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It is not just apples that keep the doctor away. Eggs do too1. According to studies conducted, consuming an egg daily can lead toward reducing risk of heart disease1. Data was collected among 461,213 participants aged 51 years on average. None of them had a prior history of suffering...

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photo: Carved pumpkin as decoration during Halloween Boo! 31 October marks the spookiest day in the world. On this date, people celebrate All Hallows’ Eve, or better known as Halloween1. The history of Halloween is traced back to the ancient Celts, who ruled over Ireland, Britain, and Northern France,...

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Food wastage is one of society’s worrying issues1. Over 1.3 billion tons of food is wasted each year and more than 800 million people are suffering from the lack of available food1. In Singapore, the battle to combat food waste is an on-going feat2. According to the National Environment...

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photo: Poster advertising the opening of Pratunam Chicken Rice stall at a neighborhood mall Strolling through a neighborhood mall in Singapore, one will not miss a swath of bright pink walls heralding the opening of a Thai-style Hainanese chicken rice restaurant in late October. Go-Ang Pratunam Chicken Rice is...

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photo: Ausca preparing omelette for a guest When the friends of Michelle Yeoh, Crazy Rich Asian actress, commented that Singapore “looks so science-fiction” in the movie, they might not be that far-off the mark. Robots have entered the Singapore job market, at least in the hospitality industry. The local hospitality...

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photo: Hainanese chicken rice risotto served at Stateland Cafe Tucked away in a little corner, just off a major tourist attraction, is a l dimly-lit bistro serving a different, yet familiar little dish: Hainanese chicken rice risotto. The lightly flavored yet tender steamed chicken sits atop creamy and gingery...

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Glitz and glamorous. Singapore is home to a series of celebrity-owned restaurants. From famous chefs such as Gordon Ramsay to local names like Violet Oon, here is a list of star-studded restaurants in the Lion City. Bread Street Kitchen The Bread Street Kitchen is owned by critically acclaimed celebrity...

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The Dragon Boat Festival, also known as the Duanwu Festival, originated from China. It is a traditional celebration that commemorates filial piety and patriotism1. The roots of this festival can be traced back to the tale of Qu Yuan which is over 2,000 years old2. The folklore stated that he was...

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