K Fry, KGB & Inside Scoop join Jaya Grocer’s exclusive lineup of Grab Signatures Brands
If you’re a fan of Village Park, K Fry, Inside Scoop, and KGB, you’ll be glad to know that you can now get your fix from the comfort of your own home. This is thanks to Jaya Grocer expanding its lineup of Grab Signatures Brands, which allows selected brands to sell their products at retail […]
Budget 2025: 9 quick facts that Singaporean entrepreneurs need to know
The 2025 Singapore Budget Statement has been delivered by Prime Minister and Minister for Finance Lawrence Wong today (February 18). If you missed it, not to worry, as we’ve gathered the key takeaways that entrepreneurs and startups need to know. 1. 50% corporate income tax rebate to be introduced in YA 2025 All active companies […]
Budget 2025: Here’s all the “free money” Singaporeans can expect to receive
It’s that time of the year again—the Budget 2025 speech has just been announced today (February 18). Over 200,000 Singaporeans have participated in a nationwide survey called Forward Singapore, and the feedback has helped to shape this year’s budget—including cash aid. With that, here’s all the “free money” Singaporeans can expect to receive. SG60 Vouchers […]
Not just a fad: How this entrepreneur plans to seriously grow Malaysia’s pickleball scene
[This is a sponsored article with Picklefox.] When it comes to pickleball, you’re probably in either of two camps: absolutely obsessed with it, or can’t understand the hype at all. Janet is part of the former, having gotten hooked from her very first game in April 2024. So hooked, in fact, that one month later, […]
MNL Asia & P.UP launch S’pore’s 1st EV charging lifestyle membership, here’s how it works
[This article is written in collaboration with MNL Asia.] More Singaporeans are embracing electric vehicles (EVs), but there’s no denying that there still are significant hurdles standing in the way of full-scale adoption. One of the most pressing pain points is range anxiety—with the number of EVs in the city-state outpacing available charging points over […]
How the 2nd gen leader of this 26 Y/O M’sian shoe brand is revamping the family biz
Looking at Malaysian women’s shoe and bag brand Nose’s online and offline presence, you’d hardly be able to tell that it’s actually a business founded in 1998 with three generations of expertise. Due to its modern branding, it comes across like a business born in the ecommerce era, not losing out to all the hip […]
Meta’s global layoffs hit S’pore, staff on parental and medical leave last yr among impacted
On January 14, Meta announced a 5% workforce reduction of their “lowest performing” staff, in preparation for what CEO Mark Zuckerberg described as an “intense year” for the company. Job loss notifications were scheduled to be sent out at 9 p.m. Singapore time on February 10, with workers in over a dozen countries across Europe, […]
More tenants from Parkway Parade leave amid rising rent, but is closing the only way?
Parkway Parade mall has faced a series of tenant departures since 2024. Just yesterday (February 16), British retailer Marks & Spencer closed its outlet after over two decades amid rising rental costs and concerns about decreasing foot traffic, The Straits Times reports. A spokesperson told the publication that the departure is part of an “ongoing […]
PropertyGuru lays off 174 employees & closes down three of its business units
PropertyGuru laid off 174 (or 12%) of its employees last Thursday (February 13) following its acquisition and transition to private ownership by EQT Capital. In a note published on the company’s website, PropertyGuru’s new executive chairman, Trevor Mather, said that the layoffs were part of the company’s efforts to streamline operations. Moving forward, the company […]
New to investing? Here are 7 SC-licensed apps in M’sia to take control of your finances.
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Meet the Nyonya owner behind this Peranakan restaurant in Melaka that’s stood for 25 yrs
Hailing from Melaka, I have a soft spot for Nyonya food. Although the details are lost on me whether I truly have any Peranakan heritage, my grandma grew up with the Nyonya culture and would often whip up delicious dishes like pongteh and bubur cha cha. As a home cook, there are dishes that she […]
Titan Digital Media’s parent company GCL goes public on NASDAQ
YouTuber Jianhao Tan’s media company, Titan Digital Media, a subsidiary of GCL Global Holdings, is going public on NASDAQ in the United States as part of GLC Global Holdings’ completed merger with special purpose acquisition company (SPAC) RF Acquisition Corp (RFAC). A SPAC uses proceeds from its initial public offering (IPO) to merge with a […]
Backed by a M’sian grocery chain, this halal fried chicken brand is taking on fast food giants
Walk into any fast food chain, and nine times out of 10 there’ll be fried chicken on the menu. KFC and Texas Chicken go without saying, and even Burger King, Domino’s, and our local Marrybrown have their own takes on this classic favourite. And that’s before getting into Korean fried chicken. But amidst this saturated […]
After being forced to shut down her 17 Y/O restaurant, this M’sian chef dared to try again
To understand what it took for Chef Yenni Law to get where she is today with Meat Feds, you need to go back to her childhood. Born in Taiping, she’s always found cooking to be fun. She was born into a family of great home cooks, but because of that, she never really got to […]
Some say romance & work don’t mix, but this S’porean cake shop’s 2nd-gen owners beg to differ
They say that you should never work with family or loved ones, but Zhuo Jia Yi and Chan Kai Yang are among the many couples who have debunked this saying. The duo first met after matching on Tinder in 2019, where they realised that they were polar opposites of one another. “Kai Yang is a […]
This S’porean opened Joji’s Diner that went viral in 6 mths, now has a 24-hr sandwich shop too
Breakfast is the most important meal of the day, but some people take this saying to a whole new level. For George Tang, his love for the meal started with McDonald’s all-day breakfast, but there was just one teeny tiny problem: it’s only served up to 11am. “Actually… I want to eat breakfast anytime, any […]
Ramadan buffets with early bird deals: 17 luxury hotels in the Klang Valley for iftar in 2025
If you’re looking to get a headstart on your Ramadan plans, then an early bird deal is hard to beat. To help you lock down a pick that suits you, we’ve curated a list of 4- and 5-star hotels in the Klang Valley that have an average Google review of 4.1 or higher. Here are […]
This M’sian bootcamp promises students a full-fledged tech job in 3 mths, or your money back
Despite having a stable job, Deric Yee saw an opportunity to build something transformative—an opportunity that was too powerful to ignore. While studying in the UK, Deric had immersed himself in the startup ecosystem, working closely with ambitious founders and witnessing the impact of innovative ideas. This experience showed him that technology wasn’t just a […]
At least S$36.2M has already been lost in Singapore this year due to investment scams
At least S$36.2 million has been lost to investment scams in Singapore since January 2025, with approximately 470 cases documented, according to the Singapore Police Force (SPF). Most victims were typically targeted through social media, messaging platforms, and dating apps, including Facebook, Instagram, Telegram, WhatsApp, and even Coffee Meets Bagel. In a report from the […]
This S’porean student learnt 3D printing on YouTube, now uses the skill to make & sell lamps
Have you ever picked up something that caught your eye, only to put it back down when you saw the price tag? It’s a relatable experience for most shoppers—one that Jovi Lim knows all too well. With a passion for interior design and aesthetic home decorations, he often admired unique, designer lighting, but more often […]
How this new “Magic Mike” club plans to whet the appetite of clubbers in Singapore
The nightlife scene is often described as a place of sin. While that might be true on some accounts, it has also put a sense of shame, in our opinion, onto the industry. But what’s a little fun without a bit of (f)risk? This was the mindset behind the opening of Lilibet, a club with […]
A first in 40 yrs, Sheng Siong has partnered with a delivery company to reach more S’poreans
Sheng Siong, Singapore’s third largest supermarket chain, is now available on food delivery app Deliveroo. According to an announcement on February 10, the two businesses have partnered up so that customers can order from 21 Sheng Siong stores across the island via the app. There are plans underway to expand this to 31 stores islandwide, […]
How this mum-and-daughter duo is tapping into the Pop Mart craze with their new Cheras cafe
These days, competition in Malaysia’s cafe scene can be quite fierce. And Cheras is no exception. But such hurdles mean nothing when it’s your goal to own a cafe anyways, as is the case for Sam and her mum. Described by her as accessible and reasonably priced, the duo’s W2 Concept Cafe serves a combination […]
Why Colony is closing down its Star Boulevard coworking space that cost almost RM5mil to build
Plush couches, crystalline chandeliers, and gilded décor furnish Colony’s Star Boulevard outlet. An events-centric coworking space, the space first opened at the tail end of 2019, built to the tune of almost RM5 million. I myself have visited a number of times over the years, whether that be for launch events or panel discussions. Sadly, […]
How this S’wakian went from borrowing money for a food truck to growing an F&B empire
For most 16 year olds, running a business probably isn’t the first thing on their minds. But for Avertino Phua, that was the start of his journey as an entrepreneur. What started as selling items to his peers would snowball into a desire to build something with his own two hands. And with the creation […]
S’porean consumers lost almost S$2 million in prepayments in 2024, 4x higher than 2023
Have you ever prepaid for something, only to have the company suddenly go AWOL and stop replying to your messages? This might sound a bit specific, but the Consumers Association of Singapore (CASE) saw prepayment losses of a whopping S$1,930,000 in 2024—more than four times the amount (S$476,000) reported in 2023. These came from a […]
DBS to give a one-time bonus of S$1,000 to staff after achieving record earnings for 2024
DBS Group announced today (February 10) that it will pay a special one-time bonus of S$1,000 to all staff except senior managers as the bank reported record earnings for 2024. A total of S$32 million has been set aside for this initiative. The bank reported an 11% increase in net profit in 2024 to S$11.4 […]
7 pop-up markets in KL & Selangor to satisfy your festive shopping needs for Raya 2025
The month of January has come and gone in what feels like an instant. And as the locals should know, that only means that the next big celebration is coming into view. For some, that’s going to be Ramadan and Hari Raya Aidilfitri. But celebrating or not, what all will certainly be able to enjoy […]
MICHELIN-Selected omakase spot Eat and Cook will close their Bukit Jalil restaurant in May
Four years after their establishment, Malaysian omakase spot Eat and Cook has announced their “Final Chapter.” At least, it’s the final chapter in their current Bukit Jalil restaurant. “With a heavy heart yet great anticipation, we announce that this season marks the beginning of our Final Chapter in this beloved location,” they posted to social […]
For singles ready to mingle: 5 events in Klang Valley this Valentine’s for you to get matched
So, you’ve been swiping away on the apps, but haven’t been able to make the connections you want. It might be time to put your phone down and try connecting with someone IRL. In time for Valentine’s, here are some experiences in Klang Valley for singles looking to mingle. Who knows, you might just find […]
