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Matthieu Blazy’s viral Chanel hits stores this week. What goes on in the workshops that make them?

Set up in 2021, le19M in Paris brings together 11 maisons d’art and almost 700 artisans.

Inside the Lesage tweed atelier in le19M, where Chanel makes most of its iconic tweed creations.

i Light Singapore 2026: Illuminating the city

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Actress Rebecca Lim catches Pursuit Of Jade fever during maternity leave, watches it while pumping

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Marjane Satrapi, author of graphic novel Persepolis, has died of ‘sadness’

Unexpected places you should be wearing sunscreen in Singapore’s extreme UV heat

Who makes Chanel’s iconic tweed? Take a peek inside Lesage, Paris’ premier embroidery house

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Chow Yun Fat reunites with child actor from God Of Gamblers Returns after 32 years

The reunion took place while Xie Miao was in Hong Kong promoting his latest movie, The Furious.

Chow Yun Fat reunited with his God Of Gamblers Returns co-star Xie Miao in 2026.

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K-pop stars Minnie and Mingi to make Singapore appearances at Owndays and MCM pop-ups

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By the power of great skills: Nicholas Galitzine on He-Man transformation for Masters Of The Universe

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Travel

Book these family-friendly staycation deals for the June school holidays

June holiday staycation promotions include perks like attraction tickets, themed amenities and meals.

Grand Copthorne Waterfront Hotel Singapore's ‘Glamping Under the Stars Experience’ has an indoor camping setup complete with a children’s tent.

Japan’s Shimanami Kaido is a stunning cycling route with surprisingly good food 

Travel News

The cheapest week to fly in summer 2026 is Aug 10 to 16, says Skyscanner

Travel News

S’porean named finalist in Icelandair’s global campaign for a ‘really bad photographer’ 

Food
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Oreo and BTS to release limited-edition purple hotteok-inspired Oreo cookie from June 8

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More restaurant closures: Encore by Rhubarb shutters

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What do rising pistachio prices mean for the Dubai Chocolate trend?

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Beat the heat in Singapore: How to kimchi (almost) any fruit

Design & Living

Escape Singapore: Enter cave-like eateries, an OTT Peranakan restaurant and a train to ‘Osaka’

Going beyond good food and drink, a growing number of eateries transport diners to another world.

Escape Singapore into (clockwise from top left) The Peranakan Club, Tonkatsu Daiki, Drim Gold and Food Republic at Mandai Wildlife East.

The Chic Home

Dramatic look for dual-key apartment in Jalan Rajah

Switched On

No more dumbbells or weight plates: Could a digital home gym replace your gym membership?

Singapore brand Delugs to launch wrist strap for Audemars Piguet x Swatch Royal Pop watch

Living well

How to evacuate when a medical emergency strikes overseas

Demand is rising for medical evacuation and repatriation as more seniors travel and more tourists seek adventure.

An increasing number of patients need ventilators or ICU-level care during medical evacuation.

What to know about using creatine to cope with menopause

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Can shocking your vagus nerve really improve your health?

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Smart parenting
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With 10 weeks left to the PSLE English oral, use revision strategies that will make a difference

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PSLE Companion: Read more

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Making memories that matter during the June school holidays

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First look at Gardens by the Bay’s free Children’s Festival featuring Disney’s Winnie the Pooh

Motoring

Car review

BYD Seal 6 DM-i a fun-to-drive range champ

The plug-in hybrid can take you to Penang and back on a full tank if its battery is kept charged.

Seal deal: Electric drive with engine and large fuel tank for ultra-long range.

Car review

Two-in-one: The Mercedes-Benz CLA250+ as the flagship CLA and gateway to the brand’s electric range

Car review

Call of two humpback SUVs: Comparing the Tesla Model Y and Hyptec HT

Fast Lane

First EV fast-charging hub in HDB carpark in Tengah; most powerful Porsche 911 yet for $1.27m

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Marjane Satrapi, author of graphic novel Persepolis, has died of ‘sadness’

Franco-Iranian artist Marjane Satrapi died of sadness a little over a year after the death of her husband.
Franco-Iranian artist Marjane Satrapi died of sadness a little over a year after the death of her husband.

Actress Rebecca Lim catches Pursuit Of Jade fever during maternity leave, watches it while pumping

Actress Rebecca Lim (right) shared on her Instagram that she has caught the Pursuit Of Jade fever.
Actress Rebecca Lim (right) shared on her Instagram that she has caught the Pursuit Of Jade fever.

Style News

K-pop stars Minnie and Mingi to make Singapore appearances at Owndays and MCM pop-ups

Minnie from I-dle (left) will be in town with her bandmates for their June 13 concert, while Mingi of Ateez will make his appearance at MCM's 50th anniversary pop-up.
Minnie from I-dle (left) will be in town with her bandmates for their June 13 concert, while Mingi of Ateez will make his appearance at MCM's 50th anniversary pop-up.

Chow Yun Fat reunites with child actor from God Of Gamblers Returns after 32 years

Chow Yun Fat reunited with his God Of Gamblers Returns co-star Xie Miao in 2026.
Chow Yun Fat reunited with his God Of Gamblers Returns co-star Xie Miao in 2026.

Matthieu Blazy’s viral Chanel hits stores this week. What goes on in the workshops that make them?

Inside the Lesage tweed atelier in le19M, where Chanel makes most of its iconic tweed creations.
Inside the Lesage tweed atelier in le19M, where Chanel makes most of its iconic tweed creations.

Who makes Chanel’s iconic tweed? Take a peek inside Lesage, Paris’ premier embroidery house

aclesage04 - Lesage embroidery artisans at work


ST PHOTO: JORDAN LEE
aclesage04 - Lesage embroidery artisans at work


ST PHOTO: JORDAN LEE

Unexpected places you should be wearing sunscreen in Singapore’s extreme UV heat

Neglected areas like the eyelids, ears, neck, chest and back of hands are often where cumulative sun damage surfaces first.
Neglected areas like the eyelids, ears, neck, chest and back of hands are often where cumulative sun damage surfaces first.

By the power of great skills: Nicholas Galitzine on He-Man transformation for Masters Of The Universe

Nicholas Galitzine in Masters of The Universe.
Nicholas Galitzine in Masters of The Universe.

Men are spraying themselves 100 times in new fragrance frenzy

A display of Jean Paul Gaultier fragrances for sale in a store in central Madrid, Spain, on April 30, 2024.
A display of Jean Paul Gaultier fragrances for sale in a store in central Madrid, Spain, on April 30, 2024.

Skypark Sentosa to launch South-east Asia’s tallest dry slides on June 7

Skyslides by Klook is a new attraction featuring two new slides standing 44m tall – each roughly the height of a 14-storey building.
Skyslides by Klook is a new attraction featuring two new slides standing 44m tall – each roughly the height of a 14-storey building.

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