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Exploring Popular Bookstore Bookfest 2019

I chanced upon Popular bookstore Bookfest Singapore 2019 when I was around Suntec City over the weekend. It came pretty much of a pleasant surprise considering that it’s quite a hidden delightful event. Let's check it out with a walk through. Reading up on the event history, since its inauguration in 2006, Popular Bookfest @Singapore touts establishing itself as Singapore's...

Changi Jewel Magical Frozen Christmas

For this festive period, the Jewel Changi is now a Frozen-Themed Wonderland with several interesting new festives for the occasion. Called the Sparkling Wonders of Christmas, the establishment sees a Christmas market, performances and a snow-themed canopy park. Let’s see what a Magical Frozen Christmas at Changi Jewel have to offer. Christmas festive and light up The highlight of the jewel...

Smart Nation & U Downtown East

Smart Nation & U Downtown East is a short 2 day event held over this weekend at the Pasir Ris estate, Singapore. The tech event is organised by the Smart Nation and Digital Government Office, with support from IMDA, GovTech and NTUC. Let's check out the event. Main stage at the Live Zone The event is spread over 3 main sections....

Micro Auto Gasification in Singapore

I had the opportunity to be invited to view some new Green technology initiatives in Singapore. The concept is to use a localised Micro Auto Gasification System (MAGS) by Singapore Power at Gardens By the Bay. It addresses the growing trash problem in Singapore. Let’s check out the system in the flesh. A solution to Singapore trash issues In a nutshell,...

World Press Photos 2019

The World Press photos exhibition is an annual showcase of the best of press photography. Featured is a compilation of photos taken within the past year. The exhibition runs annually in Singapore. Also, it had been held at the National Museum galleries for the past few years. Like check out what the World Press Photos 2019 has to offer. Furthermore,...

Wirecard Labs Innovation showcase

Wirecard hosted a sharing and innovation day. It comprises of sharing and discussion sessions together with technology showcases. Wirecard is one of the world’s fastest growing digital platforms in the area of financial commerce. They provide both business customers and consumers with a constantly expanding ecosystem of real-time value-added services. Let's check out what is in store at the...

Singapore Bicentennial Pathfinder Outdoor Exhibits

The Singapore Bicentennial experience is an exhibition and visual showcase marking 200 years of Singapore’s history, from Singapore to Singaporean. In addition to my previous post on the Fort Canning Bicentennial Experience indoor shows, another large aspect of the Fort Canning exhibition is an outdoor display area. It is called the Singapore Bicentennial Pathfinder. Call the Pathfinder, it is essentially...

Singapore Bicentennial Experience Fort Canning

From Singapore to Singaporean. The Singapore Bicentennial is a government-funded informative temporary installation at the top of Fort Canning park. It was conceived in appreciation of the country’s historical timeline coverage of 200 years and is free to attend. In a nutshell, the Singapore Bicentennial Experience comprises of 5 acts as part of the Time Traveller series. These are...

Attending and surviving Defcon hacker convention

DEFCON hacker convention is one of the world's largest and most notable hacker conventions, held in Las Vegas, Nevada. This year, they are up for their 27th incarnation. So what happens at a hacker convention and what does it take to survive one? Let's check out DEFCON 27 in Vegas in the flesh and recommendations from my own survival...

Attending and surviving Blackhat USA

Blackhat USA is a global security convention and possibly the largest in the world. Since its inception in 1997, the convention runs in several countries, with this USA hacker convention right here in Las Vegas being the largest and most popular globally. The weekend event was held at the Mandalay bay resort and casino. It saw around 19,000 security...

Fruitfulness of Forgetting Closing reception at Eden Hall

Fruitfulness of Forgetting is an art exhibition featuring works of art from British artist Chloë Manasseh. The event closing reception was held at the Eden Hall along Nassim Road in Singapore. The bungalow is located along Nassim road. It is the residence to the British High Commissioner to Singapore, HE Scott Wightman, and Mrs Anne Wightman. Moreover, Chloë Manasseh’s exhibition...

World Press Photo Exhibition 2018

The World Press Photo Exhibition 2018 is back this year in the National Museum of Singapore. The photographic exhibition in Singapore is conceived in collaboration with worldwide photography partner Canon and presented by the Singapore Straits Times. The exhibition venue is supported by the National Museum of Singapore for the last 3 years of the exhibition. Furthermore, the exhibitions span...

Singapore Toy Gaming Comic Convention STGCC 2018 celebrities and cosplay

Following the first part of my exploration of the Singapore Toy Gaming Comic Convention (STGCC) 2018 covering toys and merchandise, my next part looks at the human aspects of the convention. Let's check out STGCC 2018 celebrities and cosplay. Comic and creative personalities I had the chance to meet in person renowned comic stars and artists in the industry.During the in-show...

Singapore Toy Gaming Comic Convention (STGCC) 2018 Toys and Merchandise

The Singapore Toy Gaming Comic Convention (STGCC) 2018 is on this week at the Marina Bay Sands Convention center. The show is one of the main staple comic and cosplay event. It is held no where better in the heart of the Marina Bay district. You may recognize the iconic reservoir lake from scene in Formula 1 Singapore grand...

Fun and coding at Singapore Maker Faire 2018 with Microbit

The thing which defines every Maker Faire is the open sharing by the exhibitors. Following my previous post on my walkthrough of the 2018 Maker Faire grounds, this second part wraps up the Fun and coding at Singapore Maker Faire 2018 with Microbit. The participants enthusiasm are contagious! Also, I shall also cover on how you can obtain a...

Maker Faire Singapore 2018 Our Tampines Hub

Maker Faire Singapore 2018, the playground of all DIY and Inventorship was held at Our Tampines Hub. I previously introduced it on my blog a couple of weeks back to drum up interest. It is held a spanking new venue in the eastern part of Singapore for this year. Welcome to the Tampines Hub Hall. The hub comprises of...

A visit to WeWork 71 Robinson Hipster Offices

I was fortunate to be invited to the new offices of WeWork to view their newest and largest space in Singapore at 71 Robinson Road, as well as to meet up with a couple of industry experts. WeWork 71 Robinson is not a stranger to this space. The American company was founded in 2010 and headquartered in New York...

Marvel Studios Ten Years of Heroes exhibition Art Science Museum

The heroes are in town! Brewing in the depths of the Singapore Art Science Museum is an entire awesome collection of the Marvel Cinematic Universe. Called the Marvel Studios Ten Years of Heroes. The exhibition showcases 10 years of Marvel movies. The show runs from 9 June till 30 September 2018. In addition to my write-up about the exhibition, check...

CUBE & My Urban Backyard Exhibition

CUBE and My Urban Backyard Exhibition is a small Urban and Built Environment showcase organized by the URA as part of the Challenge for the Urban and Built Environment (CUBE). Held at the City Galley URA building. The exhibition aims to showcase built environment ideas portrayed through school projects. The event is jointly produced during the CUBE workshop for...

Marveling at the i Light show displays at Marina Bay

Singapore is often renowned for her fantastic modern skyline which defines the city and stays lit throughout the night. Blending that urban lighting sprawl together with the love for arts is the i Light show which runs at the Marina promenade for this month. Show Details For a limited time, the show runs from 9th March to the 1st April 2018...

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