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These mithai boxes in Singapore are putting a fresh spin on Indian sweets this Deepavali New Horse Noodles not closing after all, but only one brother staying on as hawker American burrito chain Chipotle will open at Jewel Changi Airport in 2027 Singapore’s wine scene has come a long way. The world is taking notice Travel Singapore Airlines to upgrade KrisWorld entertainment system from 2027, with bigger screens and new features Passengers can expect content from Apple TV, BBC, CNA, HBO Max, iQIYI and Paramount+, with a new interface and the ability to resume programmes across different flights. Can't postpone your Paris trip? Here's what you should know Time To Fly 2026 has round-trip flights to Bangkok, Taipei, London, Madrid and Los Angeles from S$258 After Tokyo, Osaka and Kyoto, Singaporeans are exploring Japan’s lesser-known regions Checking Mount Bromo off the bucket list while also heading off the beaten path? Here's how 8days Host Quan Yifeng says Xinjiang tour guide mocked and scolded travellers who refused to shop The 52-year-old Mediacorp host claims her tour contract promised no compulsory shopping, yet two mornings were spent visiting cotton and jade shops. Actor Thomas Ong fractures ankle during solo Japan holiday, drives himself to hospital despite pain Matsuya's first Singapore outlet serves up hearty beef bowls, cheesy curry rice, grilled eel and more New Horse Noodles not closing after all, but only one brother staying on as hawker 987 DJ Germaine Tan does Corpse Bride-inspired photoshoot a week before wedding Get bite-sized news via a newcards interface. Give it a try. Click here to return to FAST Tap here to return to FAST FAST