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1891-1892: Thong Chai Medical Institution was built at 3 Wayang Street (now 50 Eu Tong Sen Street).

In 1867, a group of Chinese merchants established Thong Chai Medical Institution in a shophouse on Upper Pickering Street, originally named Thong Chai Yee Say (同济医社, "Thong Chai Medical Society").

The Former Thong Chai Medical Institution also served as a hub for guild meetings and political activities.

They trained at Lian Shan Shuang Lin Monastery and initially stayed at Thong Chai Medical Institution, which also served as their administrative centre.

Today we're exploring another landed estate in Bukit Timah, which consists of several Avenues all named after trees: Redwood, Elm, Oak, Fir, and Cypress.

One thing to note, however, is that the previous eateries shown are right smack in the landed estate.

They're situated at the end of the residential streets (where Cherry Avenue and Elm Avenue meet), which can result in parking/driving-through issues.

Unfortunately, during school drop-off and school pick-up hours, Bukit Timah Road can be a bit of a nightmare.

ICYDK, there's a new food pop-up right beside Kallang Riverside Park.

Say woof and meow to Gourmet Park Kampong Bugis, a pet-friendly food pop-up tucked away in lush surroundings.

The Woodleigh branch of Surrey Hills Grocer features a special pet menu for cats and dogs using human-grade ingredients.

While On Pause doesn't offer a dedicated pet menu, the place does sell gourmet pet treats from Four Paws Pantry.

These are the best fixed deposit rates in Singapore this month for various deposit amounts and commitment periods.

And for older folk who want to open a fixed deposit account in person, their minimum deposit amount shoots up to $20,000 while the fixed deposit rates drop by 0.05per cent p.a..Citibank fixed deposit rates.

If you want to put in $20,000 or more, DBS fixed deposit rates plummet to just 0.05per cent p.a..UOB fixed deposit rates.

The one advantage SBI Singapore board fixed deposit rates have is that the minimum deposit sum is low at just $5,000.

Some property buyers swear by family-sized units (i.e., three-bedders or bigger), whereas others believe in low quantum one and two-bedders.

But as far as returns go, which of these unit sizes is actually better for investment?

Notice that all the unit sizes, even the one and two-bedders, actually perform better in the OCR than in the CCR.

Also, several realtors have expressed that — profits aside — three-bedders or larger units are generally quicker to sell.

Father's Day 2024: Father's Day Feasts.

If a seafood feast is exactly what your dad needs, head down to Kiseki this Father’s Day 2024 for their Father’s Day Seafood Feast.

If your dad falls into the latter category, visit ANTI:DOTE this Father’s Day 2024 for their Father’s Day high tea.

Another buffet option this Father’s Day is Opus Bar & Grill’s Father’s Day Brunch at voco Orchard Singapore.

While the new Serena e-POWER hasn't shedded its minivan-silhouette, its completely redesigned face — less ostentatious than before — has done wonders in elevating its overall design.

In fact, the latter is exactly what you'd find on the previous generation Serena e-POWER.

Calling any minivan sexy would be far-fetched, but the Serena e-POWER is as sleek as they come nowadays.

Elsewhere, the new Serena e-POWER builds on the clever touches that gave its predecessor the extra edge in convenience.

The open-concept kitchen and dining area is highlighted by a 1.8-meter mango wood table and rattan lamp.

This room doubles as a home office with two different types of tables and an open bookshelf for showcasing books.

A niche in the shower area keeps toiletries organised, and a small closed shower area separates wet and dry spaces.

The combination of modern colonial elements, practical furniture, and personal touches makes it a comfortable and inviting space.

Venue: Chinatown Singapore Singapore 059190.

The Joo Chiat Farmers' Market happens every other weekend at Crane Joo Chiat.

One solution could be embracing ugly food — food that looks cosmetically blemished, but is perfectly edible and nutritious.

Address: Raffles Avenue, Esplanade Mall, Singapore Singapore, 039802.

He couldn't bear to see his son unable to move around like other children, so he made him a wheelchair.

Malaysian mechanical engineer Mohd Noor Syazwan Ab Patar, 36, found the idea to create a special wheelchair for his 19-month-old son Muhammad Qhalish Mohd Noor Syazwan after searching the internet for children with the same condition.

After uploading videos of Qhalish using the wheelchair, Faradila said that several people were interested in ordering the device from them.

This also gave inspiration to other parents who have special children," she said.