by Eleanor Yap | Jan 22, 2011 | Inspiring Figures
Pounding the pavement for a once-a-week run is usually an afterthought for most of us after a busy day at work. But to intrepid 57-year-old Jaffar bin Ahmad who works as an office assistant, running six days a week is just a piece of cake. And he takes part in...
by Eleanor Yap | Jan 20, 2011 | Reflections
A poem to convey a message of love from parents to their children BY: Geetika Chawla I dedicate this poem to all the wonderful parents who have done so much to raise their children. I would like to also give a message to the youth of today – please give time to your...
by Eleanor Yap | Jan 14, 2011 | Inspiring Figures
Protecting the environment – one man’s sacred cause. BY: Eleanor Yap He is a “25-year-old man trapped in a 61-year-old’s body” according to his wife, and he is passionate about green causes. Some would call that a powerfull mix but for Grant W Pereira, he is...
by Eleanor Yap | Jan 4, 2011 | Finance
With most women outliving their husbands who often are the ones taking care of the finances, here are some important points to note so you can be more aware of the finances. BY: Esther Seo On average, most women will outlive their husbands by as much as a decade and...
by Eleanor Yap | Jan 4, 2011 | Inspiring Figures
This tireless grandmother knows no bounds and has incredible love for her 11 grandchildren. In spite of her many roles as grandmother, she continues to look forward to being a friend to her grandchildren. BY: Eleanor Yap Zaleha Bte Akbar Ali loves children. When she...
by Eleanor Yap | Jan 2, 2011 | Products
Using too many wipes to remove your makeup? Not to worry. Kao Biore’s new Makeup Remover for Eye and Lip easily and effectively removes plenty of makeup in less wipes, and leaves your skin without an oily residue. The remover is specially formulated with a two-layer...
by Eleanor Yap | Dec 9, 2010 | Reflections
Retirement does not mean a journey downhill but a life filled with more adventure. BY: Francis Lim People look at retirement in many different ways; some perhaps even with a sense of trepidation and worry. The general perception is that once you have crossed...
by Eleanor Yap | Dec 2, 2010 | Products
Sony Ericsson has launched two new Bluetooth headsets in the Bluetooth Noise Shield Handsfree VH700 in the GreenHeart family. Both give consumers wireless freedom and are the first products launched under the Sony Ericsson Extras Talk category. Both are made from...
by Eleanor Yap | Nov 14, 2010 | Health
Dementia is not a normal part of ageing. It is an illness that affects the brain and leads to a decline in the brain’s ability to work properly. Dementia affects memory, judgment, language, planning and behaviour. BY: Sng Yan Ling Dementia happens when you...
by Eleanor Yap | Nov 7, 2010 | Reflections
Counting her blessings and remembering fondly her 84-year-old grandpa. BY: Geetika Chawla I come from India, a part of the world where many families are big. Grandparents, parents and children, all live in the same home. Such is my home, where my parents,...
by Eleanor Yap | Nov 2, 2010 | Products
Accessorise your outfit with the newest collection from Citigems. And, with the Great Singapore Sale (GSS), you can enjoy special discounts on the collection and get other pieces in the store for a bargain! New from the collection is the Rosella pendant (left). A...
by Eleanor Yap | Oct 31, 2010 | Health
Over time, our skin changes and wrinkles and fine lines appear. It is nothing to fret as this is all a natural part of ageing. However, there are things you can do to maintain the skin you have. BY: Eileen Lee There comes a time when you look in your mirror and you...
by Eleanor Yap | Oct 13, 2010 | Reflections
Former Gerontological Society of Singapore president sets up a new fund to benefit the elderly, an area that remains close to his heart. BY: Henry Lim My wife, Alice Lim (pictured above with Henry), was a midwife nurse by training. She became a full-time homemaker...
by Eleanor Yap | Oct 2, 2010 | Products
Lamisil Once distributed by Zuellig Pharma is a single application treatment for Athlete’s Foot that is said to clear the infection in more than 90 percent of patients and will see relief within 30 minutes. It puts a stop to symptoms like itching, scaling, redness and...
by Eleanor Yap | Oct 2, 2010 | Inspiring Figures
He may have lost one title but he has gained another. He doesn’t have to lick his wounds anymore. BY: Eleanor Yap Jim Then, 64, was one of the finalists for the Mr & Ms Singapore Senior 2010 pageant by the People’s Association in late August. It was his first...
