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Memorial Day conjures up images of burgers and beer and hanging out with family and friends. For some, it's the unofficial start of summer

What do you get friends who leave Singapore?

Ideas for tackling Singapore's extreme heat.

Why is Cinco de Mayo bigger in the States than South of the Border?

Americans living overseas can vote wherever they are. Find out how.

My husband and I first went to Thailand on our honeymoon, long before we ever thought of living in Asia. It was April and I distinctly...

I admit: I was more than a bit jealous when I saw my friends posting photos of their visit to sakura in Japan. There's not much more...

I absolutely love Easter egg hunts. There's something so very magical about the wide-eyed faces of little kids as they hunt for their...

Moving home should be easy, right? You came from there. You know the customs. You know the people. Heck, you may even be moving into your...

For me, one of the coolest things about living in Singapore is that the country celebrates holidays from so many religions and cultures....

I'm a big fan of Singapore. I've lived here twelve years. It's our home of choice. I obviously love it here, but this week, I'm loving it...

March is Women's History Month and, this year, we celebrate not only the history women have made, but the historical happenings that...

I'm the worst mom. I didn't get my teenage daughter Taylor Swift tickets. Gasp! I know, right? And oh, believe me, I tried. I spent hours...

My grandmother was a true lady, always perfectly dressed, often sporting pearls on an average Tuesday afternoon at the Piggly Wiggly. So...

As we are heading into the Chinese New Year celebrations here in Singapore, back home in the US, friends and family are getting ready for...

Just as the word "Christmas" conjures up certain images of brightly decorated trees and Santa, the phrase "Super Bowl" will set any...

Our 88th George Washington Ball was last night. What an amazing time we had! The entertainment! The music! The dancing! It was all truly...

Thaipusam is a vibrant and spiritually-charged event that draws devotees and spectators alike. It's a significant Hindu festival...

Martin Luther King Jr. Day (aka MLK Day) is this Monday, January 15 – an opportune moment to reflect on the life and legacy of one of the...

During various times of the year, parts of Singapore are lit up in bright lights and brilliant colors, celebrating the multicultural and...