This Treasure Hunt Will Have You Running Around Singapore In A Search For Gift Cards
Singaporeans are the ultimate consumers. From giveaways to 1-for-1 promotions, we will participate in any lucky draw or easter egg hunt regardless of the prize.
Tapping on this behaviour, igloohome is having The igloohome Hunt on 31 March 2018 where they will be giving away home products and a whole lot more!
[caption id="attachment_33643" align="aligncenter" width="872"] Image Credit: igloohome[/caption]Here’s how it works.
[caption id="attachment_33641" align="aligncenter" width="1190"] Image Credit: igloohome[/caption]Gift cards with exciting prizes will be hidden in igloohome keyboxes, and then planted at a secret location. The keyboxes can only be unlocked with a secret PIN code which will be sent via email to participants.
The PIN code that you receive might be able to unlock the keybox you find. Or it may not. So you will have to keep searching for the keybox that corresponds to your PIN!
The locations will be revealed at a later date so keep checking their website!
Registration is free and from now till 29 March 2018, you can register with your email address here. The first 200 to do so get free AXA home insurance.
Share the event on Facebook and Instagram and tag @igloohomeco and stand to win prizes! The winner will be picked on 9 April 2018.
Are you ready for The igloohome Hunt?
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Beat The Heat: Swensen’s Is Offering 1-For-1 Promos On Their Sundaes This Week
Swensen’s has always been a special place for me. As a child, it was one of the first few places with good Western food.
The best part was their sundaes. Swensen’s always had the prettiest-looking sundaes but I was always limited to the single scoop chocolate ice cream because “too much sugar is not good for children” (Thanks Mum).
If you love Swensen’s sundaes as much as I do or you’re just looking for a brief respite from this crazy tropical heat, then I’ve got great news for you.
App-Exclusive 1-FOR-1 Sundaes And Crunchie Cone
From 19 to 23 March 2018, Swensen’s will be having a 1-for-1 Sundae promotion at all Swensen’s outlets islandwide.
[caption id="attachment_33620" align="aligncenter" width="883"] Image Credit: Swensen’s App[/caption]Download the Swensen’s mobile app and flash the promo at any outlet to enjoy your 1-for-1 promotion. Note that the promotion is limited to 1 redemption per mobile.
That’s not all. From 26 to 30 March 2018, Swensen’s will be having a 1-for-1 Crunchie Cones promotion.
[caption id="attachment_33621" align="aligncenter" width="882"] Image Credit: Swensen’s App[/caption]With the weather in Singapore soaring to 35 degrees Celsius, there’s no better time for ice cream.
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There’s A Job That Lets You Fly Around The World To Sleep On Hotel Beds – And It’s Hiring
We’ve heard of the “Best Job In The World”.
Now, leading e-commerce travel platform ZUJI is going to challenge that title with their own position.
[caption id="attachment_33615" align="aligncenter" width="4480"] Image Credit: Unsplash[/caption]That’s right. ZUJI Singapore is looking for an individual to be their “Hospitality Curator” (nicknamed Bed Tester) who will be responsible for trying all of the beds available to customers, ensuring that the beds have the ZUJI seal of approval before being sold.
[caption id="attachment_33613" align="aligncenter" width="1000"] Image Credit: ZUJI[/caption] [caption id="attachment_33614" align="aligncenter" width="1000"] Image Credit: ZUJI[/caption]Applicants will need to have a thirst for travel and appreciation for culture across the globe.
If hired, the official “Bed Tester” will be flown in business class at all times, and will be encouraged to spend time in each destination, getting to know the local cultural background.
Application for the “Bed Tester” position is now open. Interested parties can read up on the job requirements and apply here.
Shortlisted candidates will be notified by email on 1 April 2018.
We tried to apply but they were asking for our resumé. Can’t have our bosses seeing that. Everything sounds too good to be true.
Will you apply?
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The Ultimate Concert Guide: 2018 Edition
Singaporeans are definitely spoilt for choice when it comes to concerts. There are so many artists and performers who make Singapore a stop in their world tour, or even as part of a music festival.
It can be hard to keep track of upcoming concerts, so we’ve come up with a definitive guide that will be constantly updated.
Now there’s no need for multiple tabs and searching.
March
1. James Blunt The Afterlove World Tour Singapore 2018
Ladies and gentlemen, our favourite English Twitter troll and singer-songwriter James Blunt is bringing The Afterlove Tour to Singapore on 23 March 2018!
[caption id="attachment_33235" align="aligncenter" width="1280"] Image Credit: James Blunt The Afterlove Tour Singapore 2018Venue: The MAX Pavillion @ The Singapore Expo
Date: 23 Mar 2018
Price: $98 – $188
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3. SING JAZZ 2018
The annual Singapore International Jazz Festival (SING JAZZ) returns for its 5th edition at Marina Bay Sands Singapore from 6 – 8 April 2018!
[caption id="attachment_33579" align="aligncenter" width="1200"] Image Credit: SING JAZZ 2018[/caption]This year promises to be bigger and better than ever!
Featuring headliners such as Ms. Lauryn Hill, Jamie Cullum, Lalah Hathaway, Parov Stellar, visionary French artist Sebastian Tellier, Brazilian guitar legend Paulinho Garcia, as well as internationally renowned DJs, Sasha and Ferry Corsten!
That’s not all, this year’s Jazz Festival has a brand new addition in the form of the SING JAZZ Festival Villageat the Event Square on the Ebenex Stage by the Marina Bay waterfront.
From 4 – 8 April 2018, the Festival Village will showcase 16 local and regional bands. Pop by from 2pm to 10.30pm on any of the 5 days and catch these live performances free of charge!
What’s more, each day will feature a different music style. Wednesday is Swing Jazz Night. Thursday is a Latin Fiesta. Friday showcases Regional Jazz Stars. Saturday and Sunday will focus on Jazz, Soul, Funk, R&B and Blues.
Ticket prices go from $138 to $488. Group VIP Passes go from $1,488 to $9,888.
Tickets can be purchased Website
4. Zedd
Russian-German producer and DJ, Zedd, will be back at Zouk on 7 April 2018 for a one night only performance!
[caption id="attachment_33602" align="aligncenter" width="960"] Image Credit: Zedd Facebook[/caption]The DJ-producer was last in Singapore for ZoukOut 2017. This time, he’s bringing back his signature tracks as well as new hits and high-octane remixes.
Well known for his amazing collaborations with the likes of Troye Sivan, Alessia Cara and Ariana Grande, fans can expect to hear his latest and greatest hits such as “Clarity”, “The Middle” and “Stay”.
Ticket prices go from $70 to $75 and can be purchased at the door. Pre-sale tickets are sold out.
EP!C Presents Zedd
Venue: Zouk, 3C River Valley Road, The Cannery, Singapore, 179022
Date: 7 Apr 2018
Price: $70 – $75
Website
5. Perry’s Witness: The Tour
KatyCats, Katy Perry will be gracing us with her presence come 8 April 2018.
[caption id="attachment_32574" align="aligncenter" width="1500"] Image Credit: 6. The Script Live In SingaporeIrish rock band The Script will be taking the stage at the Singapore Indoor Stadium for just one night on 12 April 2018.
[caption id="attachment_32575" align="aligncenter" width="2521"] Image Credit: 7. Johnny Hates JazzBritish band Johnny Hates Jazz is turning back the clock on their phenomenal 30th anniversary.
[caption id="attachment_33604" align="aligncenter" width="1920"] Image Credit: Youtube[/caption]
They will be bringing their classic hits such as “Shattered Dreams”, “I Don’t Wanna Be A Hero”, and “Turn Back The Clock” to the MES Theatre at Mediacorp for one night only!
Ticket prices go from $98 to $178 and can be purchased here.
Johnny Hates Jazz “Turn Back The Clock” 30th Anniversary Tour Singapore
Venue: The MES Theatre at Mediacorp, 1 Stars Avenue, Singapore, 138507
Date: 14 Apr 2018
Price: $98 – $178
Website
8. OneRepublic Live In Singapore
OneRepublic will be returning to Singapore on 23 April 2018 for a one night only concert at The Star Theatre @ The Star Performing Arts Centre!
[caption id="attachment_32909" align="aligncenter" width="1568"] Image Credit: Live Nation SG Facebook[/caption]Following the release of their latest album, “Oh My My”, OneRepublic is finally bringing their music back to Singapore.
Fans can expect to hear OneRepublic’s classic songs such as “Counting Stars”, “I Lived”, “Secrets” as well as their more recent hits such as “Wherever I Go” and “No Vacancy”.
Live Nation members will be able to purchase their tickets ahead of the general public during the pre-sale on 25 January 2018.
General ticket sales are live and they can be purchased at Website
9. Yiruma Live In Singapore
What do the Twilight Saga and famous K-drama, Winter Sonata, have in common?
Both had soundtracks featuring songs composed by well-known Korean classical composer and pianist, Yiruma.
[caption id="attachment_32576" align="aligncenter" width="800"] Image Credit: Sistic[/caption]Following his sold out concerts in 2015, 2016 and 2017, Yiruma will be returning to Singapore on 28 April 2018 for a one night only performance at The Star Theatre.
Fans can expect to watch Yiruma play his greatest hits such as “The River Flows In You”, “Kiss The Rain”, “May Be”, and “Love Me”, as well as pieces from his latest album, “f r a m e”.
Yiruma Live In Singapore
Venue: The Star Theatres
Date: 28 Apr 2018
Time: 8pm
Tickets: $98 – $288. Get your tickets here.
10. Jake Bugg ‘Solo Acoustic Tour’ Live In Singapore
English singer and songwriter, Jake Bugg, is bringing his solo acoustic tour to Singapore this April!
[caption id="attachment_33603" align="aligncenter" width="625"] Image Credit: here.Jake Bugg ‘Solo Acoustic Tour’ Live In Singapore
Venue: *SCAPE The Ground Theatre
Date: 28 Apr 2018
Price: $68
Website
11. Fall Out Boy Mania Tour
We can already tell 30 April 2018 is going to be a good day because rock superstars, Fall Out Boy, will be performing in Singapore at Zepp @ BigBox Singapore.
[caption id="attachment_32577" align="aligncenter" width="1548"] Image Credit: Billboard[/caption]Here as part of their M A N I A tour, we cannot wait for the boys to perform tracks from their latest album like “HOLD ME TIGHT OR DON’T” and “The Last Of The Real Ones”, and also revisit their breakout hits like “Sugar We’re Goin Down” and “Dance Dance”.
Fall Out Boy Mania Tour
Venue: Zepp @ BigBox Singapore
Date: 30 Apr 2018
Time: 8pm
Tickets: $148. Get your tickets here.
May
12. 5 Seconds Of Summer Live In Singapore 2018
5 Seconds Of Summer (5SOS) are back and they’re bringing their 5S0S3 tour to Singapore – their ONLY stop in Asia.
[caption id="attachment_33295" align="aligncenter" width="1280"] Image Credit: Odyssey[/caption]They will be performing at the Capitol Theatre for ONE NIGHT ONLY on 2 May 2018!
It’s been almost 2 years since we’ve heard any new music from the 4-man Australian rock band.
And now with the announcement of their 5SOS3 concert and tour dates, they’ve released their newest single, “Want You Back”!
Fans who will be attending the concert will get to hear new music from the band, and maybe even get to hear some of their famous hits such as the evergreen bop “She Looks So Perfect” and the heartfelt “Amnesia”.
Ticket prices go from $108 to $128 and can be purchased 13. Harry Styles Live In Concert
On 3 May 2018, the One Direction member with arguably the best hair will be here in Singapore to perform at the Singapore Indoor Stadium. Our multi-talented queen, Dua Lipa, will be performing for ONE NIGHT ONLY at The Star Theatre on 4 May 2018! [caption id="attachment_33538" align="aligncenter" width="960"] Image Credit: Live Nation SG[/caption]
Only 22 years of age, Dua Lipa has been churning hit after hit, from “Blow Your Mind (Mwah)” to the viral “New Rules” and the latest single “IDGAF”, empowering girls and (gay) men worldwide. Ticket prices range from $88 to $168 and can be purchased at Website If you were lucky enough to get tickets to see Bruno Mars before they were all sold out, this is a big one to look forward to.15. Bruno Mars 24K Magic World Tour 2018
The classic hit-making duo has been breaking cultural and language barriers throughout their 43-year career, and they continue to play more than 150 shows a year worldwide.
Ticket prices go from $88 to $178.
17. Boyce Avenue Live In Singapore 2018
American pop-rock trio and YouTube sensation Boyce Avenue will be bringing their brand new concert to Singapore on 7 June 2018 at The Star Theatre!
[caption id="attachment_33867" align="aligncenter" width="1500"] Image Credit: Boyce Avenue Live In Singapore 2018Venue: The Star Theatre, 1 Vista Exchange Green, #04-01, Singapore, 138617
Date: 7 June 2018
Price: $98 – $138
Website
18. Niall Horan Flicker World Tour 2018
On 12 June 2018, yet another member of One Direction will be putting on a show here in Singapore – Niall Horan.
[caption id="attachment_32583" align="aligncenter" width="1548"] Image Credit: Billboard[/caption]Here as part of his “Flicker World Tour”, Horan will be performing for just one night at The Star Theatre.
If you can’t get enough of “This Town” and “Slow Hands”, you’ll want to hear these hits sung live.
Niall Horan Flicker World Tour 2018 The multi-platinum rock band Daughtry is coming to Singapore on 11 July 2018 for a one night only concert at Zepp @ Big Box! [caption id="attachment_34629" align="aligncenter" width="745"] Image Credit: Website Sam Smith will be coming to Singapore on 2 October 2018 for a ONE NIGHT ONLY performance!
Venue: The Star Theatre
Date: 12 June 2018
Time: 8pm
Tickets: $88 – $148. Get your tickets Image Credit: 20. Daughtry Live In Singapore 2018
October
21. Sam Smith ‘The Thrill Of It All’ Tour Live In Singapore 2018
While ticketing details have not been released at the moment, we do know that he will be performing at the Singapore Indoor Stadium!
The tour announcement follows the release of his latest album ‘The Thrill Of It All’ back in November 2017.
Fans will be able to watch Sam Smith perform hits from the album, such as the emotional “Too Good At Goodbyes”, “One Last Song” and “Burning”.
Who knows? He might even sing some of his older songs that we’re all familiar with.
Do check back for updates on ticketing details.
In the meantime, we’re just going to spam Sam Smith songs in the office.
Sam Smith ‘The Thrill Of It All’ Tour Live In Singapore
Venue: Singapore Indoor Stadium
Date: 2 October 2018
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SING JAZZ 2018 Returns This April With The Best That Jazz Has To Offer
The annual Singapore International Jazz Festival (SING JAZZ) returns for its 5th edition at Marina Bay Sands Singapore from 6 – 8 April 2018!
[caption id="attachment_33565" align="aligncenter" width="1920"] Image Credit: Singapore International Jazz Festival Facebook[/caption]This year promises to be bigger and better than ever!
Featuring headliners such as Ms. Lauryn Hill, Jamie Cullum, Lalah Hathaway, Parov Stellar, visionary French artist Sebastian Tellier, Brazilian guitar legend Paulinho Garcia, as well as internationally renowned DJs, Sasha and Ferry Corsten!
[caption id="attachment_33566" align="aligncenter" width="1640"] Image Credit: Singapore International Jazz Festival Facebook[/caption]SING JAZZ 2018 will be expanded across the Marina Bay waterfront, with 3 stages and over 30 hours of world-class music entertainment!
The Main Stage
The Main Stage will see many big names performing over the 3 days of the festival.
Sebastian Tellier, Paulinho Garcia, Parov Stelar, Gogo Penguin and Weish take the main stage on the first day of the festival.
[caption id="attachment_33567" align="aligncenter" width="1096"] Paulinho Garcia[/caption] [caption id="attachment_33571" align="aligncenter" width="1600"] Parov Stelar[/caption]The second day sees Jamie Cullum take the stage, together with Lalah Hathaway, Tompi, and the Teng Ensemble.
[caption id="attachment_33572" align="aligncenter" width="1600"] Jamie Cullum[/caption]Jeremy Monteiro leads JASSO (The Jazz Association SG Orchestra) on the third day, along with the House of the Gypsies, Brand New Heavies, and Incognito, featuring Omar and Leee John.
[caption id="attachment_33573" align="aligncenter" width="1600"] (JASSO) The Jazz Association SG Orchestra led by Jeremy Monteiro[/caption]Main Stage performances start at 5pm to 10.30pm on Friday, and 4pm to 10.30pm on Saturday and Sunday.
The Late Show
No this isn’t the one with Stephen Colbert.
However, this Late Show does have a few big names too.
The first Late Show on Friday will feature Estelle, DJ Sasha, DJ Ferry Corsten, DJ Drem, Soul II Soul, and Tim De Cotta.
[caption id="attachment_33574" align="aligncenter" width="1200"] Estelle[/caption] [caption id="attachment_33575" align="aligncenter" width="1600"] DJ Sasha[/caption]The second and last Late Show will see the legendary Ms. Lauryn Hill herself, take the stage. Other performers include MAS1A, DJ Nu-Mark, and DJ Jnr Tirso.
[caption id="attachment_33576" align="aligncenter" width="1200"] Ms. Lauryn Hill[/caption] [caption id="attachment_33577" align="aligncenter" width="1154"] MAS1A[/caption]That’s not all, this year’s Jazz Festival has a brand new addition in the form of the SING JAZZ Festival Village at the Event Square on the Ebenex Stage by the Marina Bay waterfront.
From 4 – 8 April 2018, the Festival Village will showcase 16 local and regional bands. Pop by from 2pm to 10.30pm on any of the 5 days and catch these live performances free of charge!
What’s more, each day will feature a different music style. Wednesday is Swing Jazz Night. Thursday is a Latin Fiesta. Friday showcases Regional Jazz Stars. Saturday and Sunday will focus on Jazz, Soul, Funk, R&B and Blues.
Ticket prices go from $138 to $488. Group VIP Passes go from $1,488 to $9,888.
Tickets can be purchased Website
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All Aboard The Thousand Sunny! Singapore’s First Official One Piece Pop-Up Store Is Coming This April
If you’re a One Piece fan, hold on to your straw hats because we’ve got great news for you.
[caption id="attachment_33535" align="aligncenter" width="600"] Image Credit: Steemkr[/caption]This coming April, 313@Somerset Level 1 atrium will be host to Singapore’s first official One Piece Pop Up Store!
[caption id="attachment_33530" align="aligncenter" width="610"] Image Credit: Facebook User Zen Goh[/caption]From East Blue To Somerset
From 16 April to 22 April 2018, 313@Somerset Level 1 atrium will be taken over by the Straw Hat crew – Luffy, Nami, Zoro, Sanji, Usopp, Chopper, Robin and Franky.
[caption id="attachment_33534" align="aligncenter" width="1280"] Image Credit: Akiba Press[/caption]We’ve seen One Piece-themed establishments in Japan, such as The Baratie restaurant in Fuji Television headquarters. There’s also an indoor theme park located inside the Tokyo Tower, aptly named the Tokyo One Piece Tower, which also houses the Mugiwara Cafe.
And finally, we have our very own One Piece-themed establishment. For a week.
Come dressed as your favourite One Piece character and take photos with a life-size Luffy figurine! You might get an exclusive goodie bag worth $100, while stocks last.
With over 120 official One Piece merchandise available for purchase, you’re definitely going home with something. Or many things. We won’t judge.
[caption id="attachment_33536" align="aligncenter" width="800"] Image Credit: Pinterest[/caption]One Piece Pop-up Store
Venue: 313@Somerset Level 1 Atrium
Date: 16 – 22 Apr 2018
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SAFRA Is Organising An E-Sports Tournament So NSFs Can Go From Outfield To Online
Calling all gamers, SAFRA ESports Carnival is back for its second edition from 31 March to 1 April 2018!
[caption id="attachment_33521" align="aligncenter" width="614"] Image Credit: Image Credit: CNET[/caption]The Solo category matches will be held on 31 March 2018, with prizes worth up to $500 to be won. The Team category matches will be held on 1 April 2018 with $1500 worth of prizes to be won.
Registration is free. However, do register before 29 March 2018 as there are limited slots available.
Solo players register The Challenge Zone
The Challenge Zone will see participants complete the game challenges for DOTA 2, FIFA and Street Fighter to win attractive prizes. DOTA 2 Invoker Combo Challenge, participants will have to complete an Invoker combo within the stipulated time.
If you’re a Street Fighter fan, take on the Street Fighter Challenge where 2 participants will battle each other with their favourite Street Fighter characters.
[caption id="attachment_33525" align="aligncenter" width="1600"] Image Credit: EB Games[/caption]However, to complete the challenge, participants will have to end the match with a SPECIAL ATTACK such as Hadouken.
Once participants have completed 2 out of the 3 challenges above, their final challenge is to take a photo of themselves at the Gamer’s Corner and post it on their social media platforms with the hashtag, #SAFRAESPORTS2018.
The first 100 participants to complete the challenges will receive a “Bounty Bag” with a range of mystery prizes ranging from F&B vouchers, toys, games, gaming peripherals, collectibles and more!
Time to bring your best. Are you ready to compete?
SAFRA ESports Carnival 2018
Venue: SAFRA Yishun
Date: 31 Mar – 1 Apr 2018
Time: 10am – 6pm
Website
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Singapore Already Has A MasterChef And His Instagram Is Basically Food Porn
With the drama surrounding Mediacorp’s decision to air the upcoming MasterChef Singapore on Channel 8, let me just take the time to inform everyone that technically, Singapore already has a MasterChef.
That’s right. Everyone seems to have conveniently forgot about MasterChef Asia, and that we had Singaporean contestants participating in said competition.
It gets better. The winner of MasterChef Asia is Singaporean. Meet Woo Wai Leong.
[caption id="attachment_33517" align="aligncenter" width="960"] Image Credit: Woo Wai Leong Facebook[/caption]The 30-year-old home cook won the coveted title of MasterChef back in 2015.
Food Porn By A MasterChef
If you love food like I do, then allow me to introduce the Instagram account of MasterChef Woo Wai Leong to you.
The MasterChef Asia winner uploads some of the most interesting dishes he’s tasted, as well as his wonderfully quirky and interesting creations, on Instagram and every dish is a gastronomical delight.
As someone who enjoys reading menus to see what unique food combinations chef come up with, Chef Woo’s Instagram captions are informative and interesting to me.
I mean, just look.
https://www.instagram.com/p/BWCIcL6DfHm/?hl=en&taken-by=woowaileong
He takes Instant noodles to the next level. Mascarpone and Instant noodles! Genius. This dish leaves even the best Maggi Goreng you can find in Singapore, in the dust.
https://www.instagram.com/p/BVd6g5MjCY1/?hl=en&taken-by=woowaileong
Salad You Tiao (dough fritters) meets Ngoh Hiang. And the entire You Tiao is wrapped in caul fat before it was deep fried. I am shook, honestly. I’ve never seen anyone use caul fat except maybe in a cooking anime.
https://www.instagram.com/p/BWeY3bIj1Z-/?hl=en&taken-by=woowaileong
If you’re sick of regular vegetarian pizzas, feast your eyes on this tofu pizza. Traditionally asian ingredients in an Italian staple. How is tofu butter even made? Tofu butter isn’t the only unique butter that Chef Woo makes. Check out this next dish.
https://www.instagram.com/p/BXFy03sjRAY/?hl=en&taken-by=woowaileong
Did you know that the most intense flavour of a prawn lies within the head? Chef Woo managed to bring out that flavour, turned it into prawn head butter and used it in his own rendition of Char Kway Teow.
https://www.instagram.com/p/Bdl8TzSjxyw/?hl=en&taken-by=woowaileong
Just reading the description of this literal sin on a plate is about to give me a heart attack.
https://www.instagram.com/p/Be93-T1jmoW/?hl=en&taken-by=woowaileong
Another one of Chef Woo’s Indomie creations. This one uses Shaoxing beurre blanc (reduced white butter sauce) and topped with Chinese caviar. Is that even Indomie anymore?
If you enjoy Chef Woo’s gastronomic creations, you can see more on his Instagram.
He will also be at the District Design Dialogue – Holland Village in the Locked-In-A-Room Session: Ask Me Anything, as one of the guest speakers.
Who said Singapore has no talent?
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We Tried A Chatbot That Lets You Play A Character In A Local Novel – Here’s How The Story Ended
I love reading. Though nowadays the few things I read seem to be emails, text messages and articles on social media.
Did you know that Singapore has quite an extensive collection of local literature?
To get people to read and explore local literature, the Singapore Book Council (SBC), in collaboration with DDB Singapore, has launched “Chatbooks“.
[caption id="attachment_33485" align="aligncenter" width="1649"] Image Credit: BuySingLit[/caption]As its name implies, Chatbooks is a chatbot that mimics authors messaging users, to share their stories.
This comes as part of the #BuySingLit movement – an industry-led movement created to encourage people to discover and embrace Singapore literature.
Chatbot For Bookworms
Chatbooks combines a chatbot with books by local authors. The user receives text messages that leads them to the heart of the story, and allows them to participate in the story by making decisions as the story progresses.
Intrigued, I tried Chatbooks for myself.
First up, head to the BuySingLit Facebook page, click on “Send Message”, then “Get Started”.
[caption id="attachment_33473" align="aligncenter" width="746"] Image Credit: DiscoverSG[/caption]The chatbot will prompt you to select a book to read. Currently there are 5 titles for readers to choose from. 2 in English, 1 in Mandarin, 1 in Bahasa Melayu, and 1 in Tamil.
Because I jiak kentang, I went for an English one.
[caption id="attachment_33474" align="aligncenter" width="747"] Image Credit: DiscoverSG[/caption]I’m going to be honest.
I was a little creeped out when the first message I got after selecting a book title, was an audio clip. Thank goodness it was just an annoying audio clip of an alarm clock ringing. You know, to set the mood.
If my Macbook had started laughing like Amazon’s Alexa, I would’ve tossed it out of the window.
[caption id="attachment_33483" align="aligncenter" width="244"] GIF Credit: tenor[/caption]I don’t need a haunting. Not again.
[caption id="attachment_33475" align="aligncenter" width="748"] Image Credit: DiscoverSG[/caption]None of the options had me sprinting out of bed to the office. And calling in sick was an option apparently.
“Hello boss? Yes I’m aware that the Merlion Alpha Delta satellite has crashed. But I’m having the runs. Going to see the doctor now.” *hangs up*
Moving on.
[caption id="attachment_33476" align="aligncenter" width="750"] Image Credit: DiscoverSG[/caption]Well I wasn’t thinking of butterflies. But now I am. There are 2 options. Back to bed or go for a walk. What about the 20 messages from office and the crashed satellite?
[caption id="attachment_33477" align="aligncenter" width="749"] Image Credit: DiscoverSG[/caption]Okay, to be fair, I thought going for a walk would lead me to office, so that the story could progress instead of having me lying in bed.
[caption id="attachment_33478" align="aligncenter" width="748"] Image Credit: DiscoverSG[/caption]Casual existential crisis. FINALLY, I have an option to just get to work. And BAM! Dead phone.
[caption id="attachment_33479" align="aligncenter" width="498"] GIF Credit: tenor[/caption]Just get me to the office already!!!
[caption id="attachment_33480" align="aligncenter" width="748"] Image Credit: DiscoverSG[/caption]Okay, I should’ve gone to work, since I was so eager. But I actually thought about this and decided to charge my phone because a dead phone is dead weight.
Don’t judge. I was already fully immersed and emotionally invested in this narrative. Next.
[caption id="attachment_33481" align="aligncenter" width="750"] Image Credit: DiscoverSG[/caption]This is some Cloverfield Paradox situation that we have on our hands. I was in full white-girl-in-horror-movie mode at this point.
“OMG another me behind me? Let’s reach out and touch it!”
[caption id="attachment_33482" align="aligncenter" width="750"] Image Credit: DiscoverSG[/caption]I honestly cannot even. It was getting good!
[caption id="attachment_33484" align="aligncenter" width="748"] Image Credit: DiscoverSG[/caption]At the end of the experience, the bot even tells you a bit about the author, which is great. Because I need to know the person who brought my casual existential crisis to life.
Chatbooks is incredibly immersive. Prior to trying it out, I wasn’t even aware that it was a synopsis.
It almost felt like a game, given that I had control over the character’s decision-making process. Now I have to find the book by Tania De Rozario, to find out whether my character lives or dies or has a clone.
Though there are only 5 titles available currently, I hope that Chatbooks will continue adding to their library.
We need a zombie survival title for Chatbooks. That should be interesting.
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Inflatable Animals And Mythical Creatures Take Over Marina Bay This March
There are plenty of events happening in March but not everything caters well to children.
But not this one.
[caption id="attachment_33460" align="aligncenter" width="1920"] Image Credit: DiscoverSG[/caption] [caption id="attachment_33444" align="aligncenter" width="1920"] Art-Zoo Inflatable Park @ i Light Marina Bay 2018[/caption]The Art-Zoo Inflatable Park @ i Light Marina Bay 2018 is the coolest and largest experiential art playground in Singapore this March!
A Bouncing Good Time
From 9 March 2018 to 1 April 2018, The Art-Zoo Inflatable Park @ i Light Marina Bay 2018 welcomes visitors of all ages to embark on a colourful journey with larger-than-life animals, plants and mythical creatures.
With various themed inflatables, the Art-Zoo is not just colourful, it’s incredibly fun.
The first thing that’ll capture your attention, is the huge Unicorn, rising above the rest of the inflatables.
The most fabulous inflatable in the park, is the “Magical Rainbow” inflatable slide.
[caption id="attachment_33445" align="aligncenter" width="1600"] Image Credit: Art-Zoo Pte Ltd[/caption]Standing at 19m, this inflatable is nearly as tall as 4 and half double-deck buses stacked on top of one another!
Step into “The Beetles”, which are a cluster of inflatables resembling ladybirds. The largest ladybird is hollow and contains multiple luminous balls that make for the perfect Kodak moment.
[caption id="attachment_33457" align="aligncenter" width="1600"] Image Credit: Art-Zoo Pte Ltd[/caption] [caption id="attachment_33451" align="aligncenter" width="1920"] Image Credit: DiscoverSG[/caption] [caption id="attachment_33454" align="aligncenter" width="1920"] Image Credit: DiscoverSG[/caption] [caption id="attachment_33449" align="aligncenter" width="1748"] Image Credit: DiscoverSG[/caption] [caption id="attachment_33450" align="aligncenter" width="1920"] Image Credit: DiscoverSG[/caption]Another inflatable to look out for is the “BBB – Bubbly Bear Bath” which features the iconic Art-Zoo bear in a bath, complete with 150,000 white balls and other inflatables such as a body brush and a bar of soap!
[caption id="attachment_33453" align="aligncenter" width="1600"] Image Credit: Art-Zoo Pte Ltd[/caption] [caption id="attachment_33455" align="aligncenter" width="1280"] Image Credit: DiscoverSG[/caption] [caption id="attachment_33456" align="aligncenter" width="1600"] Image Credit: Art-Zoo Pte Ltd[/caption]This is a fun one because it’s essentially a ball pit. However, do watch out as it can get slippery.
There are many more inflatables for the kids and adults alike, to explore. Every inflatable makes for a great photo opportunity with their vibrant colours and adorable designs.
You can purchase your tickets online here for $17.80 per person.
If you purchase your tickets in a group of 4, the ticket price will be slightly cheaper at $16.80.
You can also purchase your tickets at the on-site box office for $18.
Children under 24 months get free admission with each full paying ticket.
So gather your friends, family, nephew, niece and other young children in the family, and hurry down to Art-Zoo @ i Light Marina Bay 2018!
Art-Zoo @ i Light Marina Bay 2018
Venue: The Float @ Marina Bay, 20 Raffles Ave, Singapore, 039805
Date: 9 Mar – 1 Apr 2018
Opening Hours: Mon – Thu: 5pm – 10pm, Fri – Sun, Public And School Holidays: 3pm – 10pm
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(Header Image Source: Art-Zoo Pte Ltd)