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Antony Gormley invites us to “go inside” his new installation (Credit: Antony Gormley and Galleria Continua)

Why Antony Gormley Believes Sculpture Matters More Than Ever In The Age Of AI

From cardboard labyrinths to volcanic stone figures depicting the human body, acclaimed British artist Antony Gormley continues to reinvent sculpture as a visceral experience.

We caught up with Stephanie Lee, Judy Hunt, and Wendy Long at Monday Muse

Read The Room: Monday Muse; The Puffy Playground; Preview Of Niessing Coil Wave

Who showed up, who stood out, and who made the night.

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Karen Wee held roles at various social service agencies following a career as an auditor (Credit: Mun Kong. )

Karen Wee Wants To Shift Eldercare To A Preventive, Relationship-centred Approach

Lions Befrienders’ executive director believes that the sooner we build relationships and social connectedness around seniors, the more likely we can prevent deeper issues later on.

Hannu Lintu studied conducting with Jorma Panula at the Sibelius Academy (Credit: Chrispian Chan)

"I Want A Recognisable Sound": Hannu Lintu’s Vision For The Singapore Symphony Orchestra

Quantedge Music Director Hannu Lintu discusses his new artistic phase at Singapore Symphony Orchestra and his ambition to develop a distinctive, “recognisable sound”.

Faizal Kottikollon recently launched Tulah Clinical Wellness, a luxury wellness sanctuary that bridges traditional medicine with preventative science through highly personalised wellness and longevity programmes (Credit: Mun Kong. )

Faizal Kottikollon Charts A New Course In Preventive Wellness

The founder and chairman of the Singapore-headquartered KEF Holdings built a US$400-million foundry empire and opened the doors to a world-class hospital. Now, he optimises health before problems arise through Tulah Clinical Wellness.

Greg Tan co-founded SG Assist after a difficult caregiving experience (Credit: Mun Kong. )

Greg Tan Empowers Seniors And Caregivers Through Gerontechnology

SG Assist’s co-founder and CEO clarifies that while technology enables SG Assist to operate at scale, it is not a substitute for human connection.

Li Chen, who has exhibited in cities such as Singapore, Paris, Beijing, and Venice, uses black to convey the concept of immanence. Attracted to the hue very early on, he invented an ink-black for his sculptures (Credit: Asia Art Center)

Sculptor Li Chen On Why Art Should Be Misunderstood

Best known for his monumental bronze sculptures, Li Chen discusses slowing down, Eastern aesthetics, humour, and how misunderstanding enriches art.

It is no longer just about what children learn, but also how quickly they do so, says Tan Yueh Phern (Credit: KiteSense )

Opinion: With AI, Mistakes Don’t Have To Become Habits

Speed will define the future of AI-driven education, says Tan Yueh Phern, founder and CEO of KiteSense.

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Koh’s bookbinding efforts have been applied to numerous books, including those exhibited in countries such as Canada, the UK, Japan, and Singapore (Credit: Loewe)

Adelene Koh Started Making Tiny Books As A Child—Now She's A Loewe Foundation Craft Prize Finalist

In her entry for this year’s Loewe Foundation Craft Prize, Singaporean bookbinder Adelene Koh, based in Tainan, transformed a hidden decorative feature in a book’s spine into a meditative work of art.

Wood—lightweight, inexpensive, and globally accessible—allows Tadashi Kawamata to work anywhere (Credit: Florie Berger)

Artist Tadashi Kawamata And Ruinart Explore Nature Through Ephemeral Architecture

Paris-based Japanese artist Tadashi Kawamata’s temporary wooden constructions offer fleeting yet powerful encounters with space, nature, and community.

Julien Royer wears the Blancpain Fifty Fathoms Bathyscaphe (Credit: Odette)

Why Julien Royer Wears The Blancpain Fifty Fathoms Bathyscaphe In The Kitchen

For chef-owner Julien Royer, Blancpain’s philosophy mirrors his approach at Odette, where craftsmanship and precision are the essence of every detail.

Stephanie Chai Runs Asia-Pacific's Largest Luxury Vacation Rental Management Company

The Luxe Nomad manages 100 properties in Hokkaido, Koh Samui, Phuket and Bali, and recorded $80.2 million in gross bookings last year.

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Peter Diamandis: "Don't Die From Something Stupid"

The founder of companies like Xprize Foundation, Singularity University, and Fountain Life explains why he’s betting his last dollar on longevity and what we need to do to live longer and healthier.

Fion Phua has been running her ground-up volunteer initiative for 40 years (Credit: Mun Kong. )

Fion Phua Restores Normalcy In The Lives Of The Less Privileged

Keeping Hope Alive's founder provides aid to the homeless, and supports elderly and vulnerable residents in one- and two-room rental flats.

Victor Choy, Xander Lim, Wanling Duh, and Kenneth Chang at a+ Secret Session at K Cellars

Steal The Scene: Secret Session At K Cellars; Passion Ball 2026; Art Of Golf Charity Masters; Hair For Hope 2026

Kick up the party with style, camaraderie, and unforgettable moments.

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Firdaus D'Cruz also serves as a council member on the National Council Against Drug Abuse (Credit: Mun Kong. )

Firdaus D’Cruz Helms Education And Welfare Support

Pertapis Education and Welfare Centre’s CEO believes outcomes like family reunification are undervalued.

Royal Oak Offshore Selfwinding Chonograph 37mm in pink gold with diamonds, Audemars Piguet. Chambray shirt and trousers, both from Ralpha Lauren (Credit: Stefan Khoo. )

Stephanie Chai On How She Stays Connected And Clear-headed

The Luxe Nomad's founder discusses her non-negotiables for health and success.

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Uthpal Rao On The Emotional Connection Between Watches And Whisky

What do watches and whisky have in common? Both ask for time and give it back in the form of taste. Three watch collectors on how the years change what you buy, and why.