Javier Lim

Jan 5, 2024 | cnalifestyle.channelnewsasia.com | Javier Lim

Women Meet the woman in charge of flowers at Marina Bay Sands in Singapore From Elton John’s orchids to a guest who requested a bouquet of 1,000 roses, MBS floral supervisor Maria Savirimuthu shares how she and her team come up with the floral arrangements you see all over Marina Bay Sands.

Nov 11, 2023 | cnalifestyle.channelnewsasia.com | Javier Lim

Women The story of Dakshaini Silks in Little India: From traditional to modern Indian fashion In 1992, Rani Kumar opened this one-stop shop that’s now become known for its saris, kurtas and more. Plus, a look at the different styles, from traditional to contemporary.

Oct 20, 2023 | channelnewsasia.com | Javier Lim |Rafael Estrada

The first phase of a seamless pedestrian and cycling route from Bishan to the city opened on Thursday (Oct 5), featuring enhanced underpasses and pedestrian crossings. We checked out the route on skates.

Oct 18, 2023 | channelnewsasia.com | Javier Lim |Michael Yong

On Oct 12, 1978, Singapore saw its worst industrial accident - an explosion and fire on the Greek oil tanker Spyros at Jurong Shipyard that killed 76 people and injured dozens more. In the ensuing days, hundreds of people responded an appeal to give blood. Among them were Cornelius Pang and Gerard Thomasz - two men who have continued donating blood hundreds of times in the 45 years since.

Oct 13, 2023 | channelnewsasia.com | Abigail Ng |Javier Lim |Syamil Sapari

SINGAPORE: Flash Coffee has shut its Singapore operations to focus on other markets, the company told CNA on Friday (Oct 13) in response to queries about its business here. The Singapore-based coffee chain had 11 outlets in Singapore, including one at Jurong Point where a sign on Thursday said employees were "on strike" over late salary payouts. "Contrary to reports, our staff in Singapore are not on 'strike’," the company said.