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Technology and Gadgets
Are IT Shows Still Worth Going To? Why the Crowds Don't Cancel Out the Benefits
Singapore's IT shows are free to enter, packed on weekends and full of deals. We look at what you genuinely gain by going in person, what to watch out for, and how to beat the crowds.
The Tech Show runs 13 to 15 November at Suntec Singapore with free admission, show deals and a gaming finale. Here is what to expect, how to get there and how to shop smart.
Shopping for a laptop, PC parts or a gadget? We compare Funan and Sim Lim Square on shops, prices, bargaining, service and ease of getting there, so you can pick the right mall for your list.
From about $99 a month at a 24-hour neighbourhood gym to premium clubs at $200 and above, here is a side-by-side look at what the main paid gyms charge, what the contracts look like, and what to check before you sign.
Looking for a bargain paperback or a travel souvenir that fits in your bag? Here is where visitors can hunt for affordable new and second-hand books in Singapore, from Bras Basah Complex to library giveaways.
Free water play, a four-storey play tower, treehouses and library play zones: here are child-friendly spots for the weekend, with opening hours and the closing days to watch out for.
The 20th Great Eastern Women's Run, planned for 1 November, was called off because of haze. Here is a practical summary of refunds, medals, the charity donation and how to keep training safely.
Construction began in January 2025 on a 12-hectare hub with a 10,000-seat stadium, an aquatic centre, a polyclinic, a new library and a rejuvenated town park, due by 2030. Here is the refreshed picture.
A $1 swim, a $2.50 gym session, free MOVE IT classes and parkrun on Saturdays: here is a practical guide to exercising on a budget in Singapore, including a credits deadline worth checking before 31 December.
The marathon weekend runs 4 to 6 December with a new route, a National Stadium finish and free early MRT rides on race morning. Here is what is confirmed for supporters and what is still to come.
From free ActiveSG pools and gyms to Active Ageing Centres, library digital sessions and Live Well, Age Well classes, here is a practical guide to staying active on a budget, with the eligibility rules spelled out.
Chinese New Year 2027 falls on 6 and 7 February, with a 3-day weekend and a school day off. Here's an early planner using last year's events as a guide, with what's confirmed and what isn't.
The 2027 programme isn't announced yet, but last year's Marina Bay Countdown shows what to expect: a 30-minute fireworks show, free Esplanade performances and crowd rules. Plan early with this guide.
Curved balconies, spiral staircases, a market with a hawker centre upstairs and bakeries around the corner. Here is an easy self-guided morning in Tiong Bahru, with the story behind its 1930s flats.
You do not need to hike all 10km. Here are easy Southern Ridges segments of one to three hours, with transport, accessibility, lighting times and the closures to check before you go.
From Haji Lane's pop colours to Little India's heritage murals, two of Singapore's most colourful neighbourhoods double as free open-air galleries. Here is how to walk them, with tips on crowds and changing artworks.
Haw Par Villa has over 1,000 statues and 150 dioramas, free park entry and an MRT station right next door. Here is the story behind Tiger Balm Gardens and how to plan a visit for different ages.
Just beyond Kranji MRT lies a little pocket of Singapore with working farms, a goat dairy, a freshwater marsh and farm-to-table meals. Here is how to plan an easy, family-friendly day out.
The year-end school holidays run from 21 November to 31 December 2026. Here are free and low-cost outings, from playgrounds and nature walks to library programmes and festive light-ups, to keep the kids busy without overspending.
Deepavali falls on Sunday, 8 November 2026. Here is how to enjoy the Little India light-up, the Campbell Lane Festival Village, the Indian Heritage Centre and festive food, with respect and a bit of planning.
Chapter 5 of Spring Sprang Sprung brings 70+ independent watch brands to the Glass Dome on China Street on 14–15 November. Here's what it is, who's exhibiting, how to register for free, and where to eat nearby.
Part 2 of our series. From adobo and sisig to halo-halo and ube treats, here is a friendly guide to enjoying Filipino food and everyday shops in Singapore, with tips on halal options and what to check before you go.
Part 3 of our series. From smashed fried chicken and nasi padang to Kampong Glam's heritage streets, here is a friendly guide to enjoying Indonesian food and culture in Singapore, with halal tips and what to check first.
The final part of our series: where to find European groceries and delis, a look at Singapore's Eurasian heritage, and how to join community events, whatever corner of Europe you call home.
Part 6 of our series: after "Little Thailand" moved from Golden Mile Complex, here is where to find Thai groceries, food and a uniquely Singaporean Thai temple today.
Part 4 of our series: a friendly guide to Japanese food, supermarkets, department stores and cultural events in Singapore, plus a peek at the Japanese community's long history here.
