Where to Take Your Girlfriend in SG

Posted by Editor in News Channel on Jul 19th, 2013 | 0 comments

It is time to show your girlfriend how much you love her. Taking her to a romantic dinner date may be a simple gesture to you but for your girlfriend, it means the whole world. Don’t deprive your girlfriend of a romantic date. Plan it and make it happen. You can begin by considering the following restaurants:

Desire

Desire is located in Erskine Road. If you are in the mood for some intimacy, Desire is the best place. The setting is in itself a tease. They offer menus that will surely provoke you and your girlfriend. The price ranges from S$18 to S$32. They are open from Monday-Friday (12noon to 3pm and 7pm to 10:30pm) and Saturday-Sunday (12noon to 3pm and 7pm to 11pm). For reservations, you can call (+65) 6511-3323.

The Cliff

If you want to give your girlfriend a grand romantic date, the Cliff is perfect. The Cliff is located in Sentosa Resort & Spa. Prepared to be awed by its overlooking sight of Singapore at night and hear the gentle waves of the South China Sea. They serve seafood and other international cuisines. The price ranges from S$40 to S$80. They are open daily from 6:30pm to 12pm. For reservations, you can call (+65) 6371-1425 or 6275-0331.

Flutes

Flute is located in Lewin Ter. You will appreciate Flute when you see a black and white bungalow structure. It is within city limits but when you enter this place, you will be surprised how calm and quiet it is. They serve Australian dishes. The price ranges from S$30 to S$50. They are open every Monday to Thursday (12noon to 2pm and 6:30pm to 10pm) and Friday to Saturday (12noon to 2pm and 6:30pm to 10:30pm). For reservations, you can call (+65) 63338-8770.

Your girlfriend will surely feel your love and she will love you more. When you have time, both of you should go on romantic dates or travels.

Social Star Awards: The Oscars of Social Media

Posted by Editor in News Channel on Jul 19th, 2013 | 0 comments

If modern cinema has the Academy Awards, online social media has the Social Star Awards. Expected to be a spectacular show, this awards night will give recognition to the biggest players and movers in social media sites like Facebook and Twitter, bestowing a total of 288 awards on a wide range of categories.

Award Origins

This event is organized by Starcount, a media company based in Singapore that tracks the hottest trends in popular social media sites. Following the posts, tweets and other activities of over 1.7 billion Internet users, Starcount aims to honor the biggest names and brands in the sphere of social media.

Event Line Up

The Social Start Awards gala – will be held at the Marina Bay Sands on May 23. The ceremony will run for 24 hours and can be streamed live on YouTube. This even will be followed by the 2-day Singapore Social Concerts to be held at the Meadows, Gardens by the Bay.

Who’s Expected

Befitting the grandness of the occasion, the awards show will feature performances from some of the most popular acts today: the all-Asian girl group Blush, American rock band Aerosmith, pop singer Carly Rae Jepsen, The Voice judge and soul artist CeeLo Green, and the biggest Internet sensation last year Korean pop artist Psy. Other expected attendees include DJ Seb Fontaine, rapper SkyBlue and actor George Takei.

Partner Companies

Social Star Awards 2012 is held in partnership with YouTube, YourSingapore, Portal A and Google. Starcount’s official media partners in Singapore are The Straits Times for print and HOTFM 91.3 and KISS 92FM for radio. Tickets prices start at S$150 and are available in Starcount’s official website.

Where to Take Your Boyfriend in SG

Posted by Editor in News Channel on Jul 16th, 2013 | 0 comments

Relationships should be kindled. If you are hesitant to invite your boyfriend for a romantic dinner, shove it off and ask him anyway. He will surely appreciate the effort. There are many romantic restaurants in Singapore. You just need to find the perfect one. You can start with this list:

Le Pont de Vie

If you want to dine in a French restaurant with good food, wine and view, Le Pont de Vie is the perfect place for you and your boyfriend. It is located in Kandahar Street. The price ranges from S$26 to S$39. They are open daily (except Sundays and Public Holidays) from 12noon to 2pm and 6:30pm to 10pm. For reservations, you may call (+65) 6238-8682.

Au Jardin

If you want a luscious dining experience, it is best to choose Au Jardin. You will enjoy the food and the gardens. The setting is colonial which will give you a great ambiance. It will be a surreal romantic adventure with your boyfriend. It is located in EJH Corner House, Botanic Gardens. The price ranges from S$45 to S$200. They are open daily from 7pm to 9:30pm. For reservations, you may call (+63) 6466-8812.

IL Lido

If you want to dine in a fancy Italian restaurant, you should go to IL Lido. This restaurant is very conducive for romantic dates because of its excellent food plus a great view of the South China Sea. It is located in Sentosa Golf Club. The price ranges from S$28 to S$55. They are open daily from 11:30am to 2:30pm and 6:30pm to 11pm. For reservations, you may call (+63) 6866-1977.

Choosing a romantic restaurant can make a big difference. Have a good time!

General Practices for Treating Cramped Muscles

Posted by Editor in Health on Jul 4th, 2013 | 0 comments

If we overuse our muscles, we will suffer from cramps. Cramps are characterized by spasm-the contraction of muscles. The pain will last for a few minutes but there are cases that it will last longer (about 24 hours). The intensity of the pain really depends on the activity but it is treatable. If we feel pain or any discomfort, it is important that we get to work before it gets out of control. We can execute the following ways to treat cramped muscles:

Consider compression or massage

Applying cold compression to the affected area can lessen inflammation thereby permitting the muscle to relax. If we prefer massage, masseurs can do the trick.

Stretching exercises

If we are set for an exercise, it is crucial that we conduct warm up and cool down exercises. If we have cramps, stretching exercises can help.

Look for liniments or balms and if it can’t be helped, purchase medications

Liniments can reduce the soreness and pain we are feeling. If we are not satisfied, it is time to consider over-the-counter medications like Midol or Pamprin. If we want to make sure, we can first ask our doctor for the right medications.

Get enough rest and drink a lot of fluids

The muscles need to heal so let’s give time for rest. We also experience cramps when there’s dehydration. The best way to deal with dehydration is to drink a lot of fluids. If we can find an electrolyte drink (Pedialyte), we should drink it.

If cramps do not subside for a few days, better see the doctor

Persistent cramps may be a symptom of other illnesses. It is better to consult the doctor and listen to what they have to say.

Consumer Electronics: Making the World a Better Place

Posted by Editor in Information Technology on Jul 1st, 2013 | 0 comments

The advent of consumer electronics paved way to a better and easier life. There are some people who are heavily relying on consumer electronics that they think they cannot exist without it. That is a drawback but we should see the coming of electronics positively. Consumer electronics are devices invented and manufactured for everyday use. The market is swarming with consumer electronics these days. There are radios, televisions, refrigerator, computer, mobile phones, etc. We are fortunate to enjoy the luxuries consumer electronics bring. The least thing that we can do is to use it wisely.

If we can afford everything, we are free to purchase every consumer electronic available but if we can only afford few things, we should begin with the things we need most. We should be acquainted with the different types of consumer electronics. Here it goes:

Entertainment

If we have money, we don’t mind spending some or a bulk for fun. Let’s just make sure not to exhaust all our money for entertainment’s sake. If we have radios, high definition television sets, home theatre sets and gaming consoles, we are inspired to go home always.

Communications

Conveying our messages or keeping in touch is easier today with the help of mobile phones, telephones and internet (instant messaging and social networking sites). Communication is very important in the conduct of our everyday life. It will minimize misunderstanding and misinterpretations. We should not abuse this power because if it is abused and overused, it can cause conflict and rift.

Office

The last type of electronics is found in the workplace. We need devices like telephone, printers, fax machines, photocopiers, etc, to make our transactions or dealings faster and easier.