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195 Pearl’s Hill Terrace founder to open new arts enclave at People’s Park in November 2026

An offshoot of independent arts enclave 195 Pearl's Hill Terrace is slated to open across 17 units and common spaces at the nearby People's Park.
An offshoot of independent arts enclave 195 Pearl's Hill Terrace is slated to open across 17 units and common spaces at the nearby People's Park.

Century-old bungalow built by ‘King of Bedok’ Haji Kahar put up for conservation

1 Bedok Avenue, also known as Villa Haji Kahar, on Jun 5, 2026.
1 Bedok Avenue, also known as Villa Haji Kahar, on Jun 5, 2026.

MPA launches regular tours to 130-year-old Sultan Shoal Lighthouse

The lighthouse was built in 1895 and began operations in 1896.
The lighthouse was built in 1895 and began operations in 1896.

Forum: Create communal marketplace at old Tanjong Pagar station

Forum: Transform Bedok Jetty into a coastal lifestyle landmark

Artefacts from 18th-century shipwreck among items on display at maritime exhibition

All artefacts at the exhibition titled Voyage Beyond: Reimagining Maritime Singapore are on public display for the first time.
All artefacts at the exhibition titled Voyage Beyond: Reimagining Maritime Singapore are on public display for the first time.

Archaeological study to be carried out at Adam Park, a WWII battlefield and prisoner-of-war camp

Facade of 7 Adam Park on April 28, 2026.
Facade of 7 Adam Park on April 28, 2026.

From street to search: New platform Tekka.sg seeks to put Indian businesses in S’pore on the map

Mr Kumaravelu P, founder and CEO of Tekka.sg said he quit a well-paying MNC job three years ago to focus on building the platform.
Mr Kumaravelu P, founder and CEO of Tekka.sg said he quit a well-paying MNC job three years ago to focus on building the platform.

Raised on ‘karung guni’ money, they take pride in carrying their dad’s business forward

kjfurniture - Ms Beaunice, Ms Brillyn and Ms Blessance Toh (left to right) of Hock Siong & Co. Photographed on March 20, 2026.

Credit: Samuel Ruby
Photos by: Samuel Ruby, Aileen Teo
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kjfurniture - Ms Beaunice, Ms Brillyn and Ms Blessance Toh (left to right) of Hock Siong & Co. Photographed on March 20, 2026.

Credit: Samuel Ruby
Photos by: Samuel Ruby, Aileen Teo
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SPH Editorial Use

Singapore HeritageFest to feature live show on bumboat celebrating nation’s maritime history

 Cruising down the Singapore River and watching a live skit is one of the over 100 activities organised in the 2026 edition of the Singapore HeritageFest.
 Cruising down the Singapore River and watching a live skit is one of the over 100 activities organised in the 2026 edition of the Singapore HeritageFest.

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MDDI (P) 046/10/2025. Published by SPH Media Limited, Co. Regn. No.202120748H. Copyright © 2026 SPH Media Limited. All rights reserved.