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TRAVEL

Bucket List: Air New Zealand opens door to dreamy Pacific islands
From Hawaii to Tahiti, gorgeous landscapes and rich culture abound.
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Entertainment

Actor Tom Holland defies studio with unflattering hairdo for The Crowded Room
Spider-Man star also wants to break out of superhero mould with darker roles.
Food
Cold noodles two ways: Hot weather recipes to perk up the appetite
Whip up an appetising Vietnamese-style noodle salad or chilled somen.
Sizzling in Singapore? Here is how to cool down
Five drink recipes to help you stay hydrated in the heat.
Confessions of a food critic: Closing a chapter after 39 years
Life as a food writer is not always a bed of roses, though it has its perks.
podcasts

Unpacking the Johnny & Associates sexual abuse scandal
Allegations about the prominent Japanese talent agency first date back to the 1980s.
Motoring
Trying out EVs with car-sharing services
This can be a relatively easy way to experience driving an EV without buying one.
Me And My Car: Powered by electricity
Motoring in a fuel-efficient hybrid is the preferred way for the final-year NUS mechanical engineering student.