Thanksgiving in Singapore
“How many Thanksgivings do you celebrate?” my Singaporean friend asked. I kind of laughed at the question because, in the US, the answer...
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Susan Williams
- Nov 17
- 3 min
A Fabulous Time Awaits: The Residence Bintan
It was ATV ride that I will never forget! My guide Henang led the way, taking me through brush fields and trees … and puddles galore....
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Lily Ong
- Nov 10
- 7 min
Historical Ebbs and Flows of US-Singapore Bilateral Relations An Interview with Ambassador Tommy
Well acquainted with his life-long service to our foreign ministry, I called on Ambassador Tommy Koh because I knew he would be just the...
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Asif R. Chowdhury
- Nov 3
- 9 min
The Magnificent Thian Hock Keng Temple
With its numerous glistening high-rises all around the island showcasing modern architecture, Singapore is globally recognized as an...
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Richard Hartung
- Oct 27
- 3 min
The New Icons of Singapore and the Loss of the Old
During a recent visit to a shop at the Singapore Design Centre, I picked up a print showing the icons of Singapore and planned to buy it...
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Meg Farrell Sine
- Oct 20
- 3 min
Singapore Botanic Gardens: History and Living Heritage
Did you know the Singapore Botanic Gardens once contained a zoo? Yes, from 1870 until 1906, there were enclosures for wild deer, lions,...
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Melinda Murphy
- Oct 19
- 2 min
Where to Buy a Thanksgiving Turkey
Looking for a Thanksgiving turkey? We've got you covered whether you want to cook yourself or have it all done for you. Cold Storage Good...
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Susan Williams
- Oct 11
- 2 min
What to Do During the October School Holidays and Halloween
Legoland’s Brick-or-Treat is back! Every Friday to Sunday from October 7 to November 6, each child (age three to 11) who comes fully...
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Jack Davis
- Oct 6
- 3 min
America's First Home in Singapore
Walking by Spring Grove Condominium, you may think it's an ordinary condo, but it has a fascinating history. In 1845, the East India...
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Melinda Murphy
- Sep 30
- 3 min
Queen Elizabeth II's Legacy in Singapore
Rarely has a person touched so many lives across the world for such an enduring time. Queen Elizabeth II’s remarkable dedication and...
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Susan Williams
- Sep 16
- 2 min
Lights Out and Away We Go!
After two years of canceled races thanks to Covid-19 restrictions, the Formula 1 Singapore Airlines Singapore Grand Prix is back for its...
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Tina Datta & Vanessa Moore
- Sep 13
- 5 min
How Americans Can Vote from Singapore
We know that the right to vote is fundamental to our democracy and our identity as Americans, regardless of political affiliation. It is...
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Nithia Devan
- Sep 2
- 3 min