Coconuts Singapore

14/05/2024

Things got spicy in Bangkok last month as Kimpton Maa-Lai hosted its annual Chilli Fest, which included fiery eats by Michelin-star chefs from across Asia—some creations from Chef Haikal Johari of Avant made the trip to Bangkok for the event—and an intense chilli eating contest competition.

A special Aperol Spritz pop-up bar kept the summer vibes going and the (frankly insane) Bangkok heat in check during the hottest month of the year. Check out the party action below.



[Grove: Coconuts Brand Studio x Aperol]

25/01/2024

What do you get when you combine an unconventional bank brand and unconventional street artists? A 18x6m neon-hued, easter egg-filled Bali Lane mural that needs to be seen in person to be fully appreciated.

| Grove: Coconuts Media Brand Studio x GXS |

It is a truth universally acknowledged that setting up — and dealing with — your own bank account as a fully-fledged adult is, at best, boring, and at worst, the most stressful ordeal you’ll ever encounter. But when we heard about GXS, a recently launched Singaporean bank that aims to…

28/12/2023

The victim was found 5 kilometers from where he was last seen.

A Singaporean holidaymaker tragically died after he went missing off Desaru Coast in Johor, Malaysia on Wednesday afternoon, sending shockwaves through the popular tourist destination.

27/12/2023

Looking for a way to spice up your year-end festive dining? With One Dines Free with Mastercard, you can enjoy a complimentary main course at some of the best restaurants in Singapore and across Asia Pacific. Whether you crave French, Japanese, Spanish, or Indian cuisine, you can find it all (and dine more) with Mastercard. www.onedinesfree.com



| Grove: Coconuts Media Brand Studio x Mastercard |

27/12/2023

Campari and Centara Grand at Central World have partnered together to launch your new favorite drinks spot! Located on the 56th floor at the Red Sky Bar, the chic Sunset Lounge is the perfect place to sip and savor your favorite Italian tipple while taking in the stunning cityscape views.

| Grove: Coconuts Media Brand Studio x Campari |

22/12/2023

Red Sea turmoil reroutes shipping, but Singapore’s port remains calm.

The Port of Singapore, a major global shipping hub, remains unaffected by the recent attacks on commercial vessels in the Red Sea by Houthi militants, according to the Maritime and Port Authority of Singapore (MPA).

20/12/2023

Same-s*x acts remain sinful, Singapore Catholic Church said.

The Catholic Church in Singapore on Tuesday clarified its position on same-s*x blessings, emphasizing that the recent Vatican document does not endorse such unions but rather provides guidelines for priests on offering pastoral blessings in individual cases. "We are not blessing the unions of same-s...

19/12/2023

A photo accompanying the post showed the offending hook, described as “umbrella-shaped,” snugly lodged under the squid’s tentacles.

A Bukit Batok resident got more than she bargained for while cleaning her frozen squid purchase. Nestled amidst the tentacles, she discovered a surprise – a metal fishing hook.  The customer, who shared her experience on Complaint Singapore Facebook (post now deleted), said she bought the S$6.99 ...

18/12/2023

Authorities did not find any infestations at the outlet. So how did the roach get there?

Cue the screams, folks, because a Funan Mall McDonald's Filet-O-Fish allegedly served up something extra crunchy. And no, we're not talking pickles.

18/12/2023

The charge sheet spills the beans on Tay’s receptionist, Do Thi Tuyet Nhung, who apparently played cupid and allowed three individuals she knew to be s*x workers, to set up camp at the hotel.

The maestro of a hotel on Beach Road, Michael Tay F**k Meng, has found himself in a legal tango today. The 51-year-old Singaporean got slapped with a charge for turning his hotel into an unintended love nest for certain professionals. Mr. Tay, bestowed with the title of "hotel keeper", allegedly…

15/12/2023

Waste not, want not taken to the next level.

Prepare to have your senses invigorated and your palate tantalized come January 2024, as a revolutionary new dining experience takes root in the heart of Singapore's lush Dempsey Hill.

15/12/2023

As Tan and her daughter were disembarking, the driver abruptly closed the doors, trapping Tan’s arm and causing her to drop her luggage outside.

A trip back to Singapore from Johor Bahru turned into a nightmare for a mother and daughter after a bus driver's actions left the mum injured and both shaken up.  Candy Tan, 43, shared her ordeal in a Facebook post to Complaint Singapore, detailing a series of unsettling encounters with…

14/12/2023

The ICA officer allegedly obtained s*xual favors from six men in exchange for facilitating their visa applications.

A dark cloud hangs over the Immigration and Checkpoints Authority (ICA) following the arrest of Kannan Morice Rajagopal Jayaram, a 53-year-old inspector facing six counts of corruption. The charges stem from shocking allegations that Kannan leveraged his position to exploit vulnerable individuals se...

14/12/2023

Perhaps a touch more personal liberty and a dash less Big Brother could be the secret ingredient to unlocking true inner zen, Singapore-style.

Ah, yes, another feather in Singapore's meticulously preened cap. According to the esteemed Global Peace Index (GPI) 2023, our little red dot has clambered its way up to the prestigious sixth spot in the global peace rankings. That's a significant bump from last year's ninth-place finish, proving th...

13/12/2023

SHINee’s bringing the bling to SG! “Perfect Illumination” tour hits our shores on March 2.

Get ready to scream (and maybe shed a tear or two) because the beloved K-Pop boys, SHINee, are bringing their "SHINee World VI [Perfect Illumination]" tour to our sunny shores on March 2, 2024.

13/12/2023

How many buts do we have about the perch seats?

Forget durian explosions and hawker center dramas, the latest firestorm on Singapore's social media scene revolves around... perch seats. Yes, those weird half-seats/half-leaning contraptions that sprouted up on the new North-South and East-West Line trains.

13/12/2023

While many praised the “amazing” service, others weren’t so impressed with the parenting.

Las Vegas entrepreneur Michael Rutherford took to Instagram to share his "perfect flight" experience on SIA, complete with a heartwarming video of a flight attendant in the iconic blue batik uniform diligently spoon-feeding his five-year-old son.  The clip, which has racked up over 432,000 likes at...

12/12/2023

The woman repeatedly called the helper “stupid,” “rubbish,” and “not human”.

A Singaporean woman admitted in court yesterday to a series of physical and verbal assaults on her Indonesian domestic helper, exposing a harrowing pattern of abuse that only came to light through a neighbor's anonymous call to police. Tan Siew Mei, 41, pleaded guilty to five charges, including volu...