enghong, Author at The Epoch Times (Singapore)

Doing Business, Confucian Style

Traditional Confucian values — “benevolence, righteousness, propriety, wisdom, and trust” — sound like rather staid notions, more suitable for a refined scholar of literature than

15 Products to Bring Home from MUJI Singapore

MUJI is a well-known Japanese retail company which offers an extensive selection of products such as household items, furniture, stationary, fashion, food and more. Their

Fancy a Well-Shaped Body and Radiant Skin? Try the ‘Banana Diet’

The Banana Diet has become a hit in Japan in recent years. Eating bananas not only helps with weight loss, but also reduces the waistline,

Who Will Dominate Singapore’s Cashless Payment Landscape?

“Hi Cindy. Can you transfer some e-angpow to my WeChat account?” My friend Tony’s message suddenly popped up on my phone screen. He went to

10-step Korean skincare routine: What is it and how to do it?

When you are watching Korean dramas, have you ever wondered why they have such flawless and youthful skin? In real life, many of them don’t

17 Japanese Experiences You Can Get in Orchard Central

Japan is one of those countries you long to return to, even if you’ve only been there once. There’s just something about its culture, the

Doctor’s Ultra-Simple ‘Tomato Diet Plan’ Helped Him Lose 11kg in a Month

Dr Cai Fengbo managed to lose 11 kilograms in a month, simply by incorporating tomatoes into his daily meals! How did he do it? Dr

9 Best Japanese Hot Pots Other Than Shabu Sai

Singaporeans like Japanese hot pot a lot. Who doesn’t? Shabu Sai may be one of the most famous places to enjoy great Japanese hot pot

10 Best Korean BBQ Buffet That Will Satisfy Your Meat Cravings

The Korean BBQ trend is growing rapidly among Singaporeans. If you don’t already know, Korean BBQ is nothing like our regular backyard BBQ, no –

Top 8 Malacca Cafes 2019

Malacca, one of the amazing UNESCO World Heritage sites, has been a top tourist spot for many Singaporeans. After exploring the famous Jonker Street, you

Mindfulness and Meditation Could Help You Thrive Despite Adversity

How Meditation Can Help You Overcome Adversity

Imagine being trapped in a cave, unsure if any help will arrive. Fear and despair have begun to well up. “Is there still hope of

The Do’s and Don’ts of Sunscreen

Most of us believe (even until now) that we only need to wear sunscreen to prevent extreme sunburn, which explains why we only apply it

14 Must Try Foods in 7-Eleven Singapore

By Vibrant Dot Staff 7-Eleven is a one stop convenience store and a go-to stop for a quick bite on a busy day or a

10 Best Snacks to buy as Souvenir in Malacca

Malacca, a food paradise for many, has been a perfect destination for those who want to have a short getaway from their busy lives, especially

Best Japanese Cosmetics You Can Find in Singapore

Japanese cosmetics are known around the world for being very high quality, coming in pretty packaging and best of all, affordable. Luckily for us, there’s

10 Must Have Makeup Tools and How To Use Them

By Vibrant Dot Staff Despite what you may think, makeup brushes are not reserved for just makeup artists and pros. In fact, you may notice

15 of the Best Vietnamese Restaurants in Singapore (Recommended by Vietnamese)

Speaking of Vietnamese cuisine, most people would think of ‘Pho’ — beef noodles with rich, super-yummy broth — or ‘Banh Mi’, a metaphorical flavour grenade packed

10 Trendy Boutique Hotels in Malacca 2019

Singaporeans like to travel for a short getaway, especially during long weekends. With Malaysia’s proximity and superb exchange rate, Malacca is a perfect option to

Learn Hokkien Words Through Hokkien Songs

Hokkien songs are known for being expressive and entertaining. Through catchy melodies, the happiness and sadness of ordinary people’s lives, as well as their dreams