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Time of India
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Rain, tea, and Thai dramas to binge-watch: Slice-of-life romances to melt into
Rainy days call for cozy corners, steaming cups of tea, and the kind of Thai dramas that tug at your heartstrings. Whether it's a slow-burn romance, a story of tender friendship, or a quiet emotional journey, these slice-of-life series offer the perfect escape. Many of these shows fall under the "BL" (Boys' Love) genre - a popular form of storytelling in Asian dramas that centers on romantic relationships between male characters, celebrated for its emotional depth and heartfelt narratives. Love by Chance Release date: 3 August 2018 3 August 2018 Genres: Romance, Life, Youth Romance, Life, Youth Where to watch: Viki This fan-favorite BL series is known for its sweet, heartfelt story. It follows Pete, a shy and wealthy university student who hides his sexuality due to past betrayal. One day, he's accidentally knocked over by Ae, a kind-hearted boy who quickly becomes his protector. As Ae shields Pete from fake friends and offers genuine care, a quiet bond forms. Ae starts falling for Pete, unaware that Pete is falling too — but is afraid to admit it, fearing the pain that love between two men can bring. Their love begins with a crash but grows into something deep and real. You & Me & Me Release date: 9 February 2023 9 February 2023 Genres: Romance, Youth, Drama Romance, Youth, Drama Where to watch: Netflix In the final days of the 20th century, as the world braces for Y2K, identical twins You and Me face a much more personal uncertainty — their first brush with love. Having spent their entire lives in sync, sharing everything from secrets to dreams, the arrival of a boy named Mark changes everything. When love enters the picture — a kind of love that can't be divided — the bond between the sisters is tested for the first time. What unfolds is a quiet, emotional coming-of-age story about growing apart to grow up, and learning that even the deepest connections must evolve. Cutie Pie Release date: 19 February 2022 19 February 2022 Genres: Business, Comedy, Romance, Drama Business, Comedy, Romance, Drama Where to watch: Viki This BL drama tells the story of a wealthy heir and a spirited young musician brought together by an arranged engagement. Lian Kilen Wang, a composed and emotionally distant businessman, is bound by a promise made to his grandfather. Kuea 'Kirin' Keerati, who works at Lian's family company, dreams of a love that's real - not just an obligation. When Lian dismisses any romantic feelings, Kuea suggests breaking off the engagement. But Lian refuses to let go. As he tries to mend what's broken, Lian begins to warm to Kuea's sincerity, slowly confronting a truth he can't ignore: maybe he didn't fall in love - maybe he was always in love. I Told Sunset About You Release date: 22 October 2020 22 October 2020 Genres: Romance, Youth, Drama Romance, Youth, Drama Where to watch: Viki, Netflix Teh and Oh-aew were once inseparable childhood friends — until a moment of youthful pride turned them into rivals. Years later, fate brings them back together in a Chinese language class as they prepare for university entrance exams, both aiming to study Communication Arts. Their unexpected reunion stirs up memories and emotions neither of them fully understands. As old wounds resurface and new feelings begin to emerge, Teh and Oh-aew find themselves caught between friendship, rivalry, and something far more complicated. Love in the Air Release date: 18 August 2022 18 August 2022 Genres: Comedy, Romance, Life, Drama Comedy, Romance, Life, Drama Where to watch: Viki This BL drama follows the intertwined journeys of two couples, blending themes of love, timing, and emotional growth. Rain and Sky, two close friends facing personal struggles, meet Payu and Prapai — mysterious men who bring both comfort and chaos into their lives. As the seasons shift from spring to winter, so do their relationships — full of warmth, intensity, and uncertainty. What starts as an unexpected connection slowly transforms into a deeper emotional storm, leaving their hearts to follow where love leads. 2gether: The Series Release date: 21 February 2020 21 February 2020 Genres: Music, Comedy, Romance, Drama Music, Comedy, Romance, Drama Where to watch: Viki What begins as a harmless plan quickly turns into something far more complicated. Tine, a confident college cheerleader, finds himself the target of persistent affection from Green. Desperate to shake him off, Tine ropes in Sarawat — the campus star known for his cool demeanor and musical charm — to pose as his fake boyfriend. At first, it's all just strategy. But the longer they pretend, the more tangled their emotions become. Pretend glances turn genuine, and the fake relationship starts to feel all too real. In time, both are forced to confront a simple truth: they're not faking it anymore — and maybe, they never were.
The Star
14-06-2025
- Business
- The Star
Singapore's Loyang Valley condo makes third bid at collective sale with lower reserve price of S$880 million
SINGAPORE: Loyang Valley condominium in Changi will be making a third attempt at a collective sale, with a reduced reserve price of S$880 million. The lower reserve price, which is $100 million less than its last tender in 2022, 'reflects a realistic and achievable figure given current market conditions', said Terence Lian, head of investment sales for the appointed marketing agent, Huttons Asia. In 2022, the collective sale committee initially proposed a reserve price of $880 million but raised it to $980 million after some owners sought higher returns. No bids were received when the tender closed on Dec 15 that year. In May 2025, Lian and his team of property salespeople successfully obtained the requisite 80 per cent mandate to proceed with the collective sale. The public tender for Loyang Valley is expected to launch on July 8 and close on Aug 26. The 362-unit condominium in Changi, built in 1985, is a sprawling resort-style estate spanning 840,648 sq ft, with 56 years remaining on its 99-year lease. This round marks a significant shift in seller expectations, noted Lian. 'Several factors have motivated owners to support the collective sale, including lease decay, ongoing maintenance issues associated with the ageing property, the opportunity to unlock asset value with a premium, and considerations related to legacy planning,' he said. 'The confirmed Cross Island Line's Loyang MRT station was factored into our analysis and positively influenced the site's future potential.' At $880 million, the owner of the smallest two-bedroom unit of 1,001 sq ft stands to receive about $1.67 million, while the owner of the largest four-bedroom unit can get about $3.9 million, he said. One owner, who has been living in Loyang Valley since 1985, told The Straits Times that he expects to get more than $2 million for his 1,500 sq ft unit. The retiree, who asked not to be named, had paid less than $300,000 for his unit. He said he plans to use the proceeds to buy a four-room Housing Board flat in the vicinity, go on holidays and save the rest. 'I have a feeling the sale will go through this time, after the Government announced that it will lift the height restrictions for buildings around this area,' he said. Alan Cheong, executive director of research and consultancy at Savills Singapore, said that while there has been talk of easing height restrictions near Changi Airport, the specifics have yet to be confirmed. On June 25, the Urban Redevelopment Authority will be unveiling the Draft Master Plan 2025, which will provide clarity on the gross plot ratio and updated zoning for the site. Under the 2019 Master Plan, the site is zoned for residential use and has a gross plot ratio of 1.6. It can yield approximately 1.35 million sq ft of gross floor area upon redevelopment. A new development on the site can accommodate up to 1,249 residential units, averaging 1,076 sq ft each, subject to planning approval. Cheong said the $880 million price tag is reasonable given the land size, though developers will have to assess the risk of launching a project with more than 1,200 units. 'Still, two factors are in their favour,' he noted. 'One – by the time (the new development) is launched for sale by the developer, probably in 2027, there would have been a lack of new condominium launches in the Loyang area for over three years. This would have created pent-up demand to be discharged into this project,' said Cheong. 'Second, if the sale is successful, by the time the new development is completed, the Loyang MRT station serving the Cross Island Line would be completed and located just adjacent to the site. The developer could then hype his project using this unique selling point. Then, a higher selling price, even with over 1,200 units, would be palatable.' Lian said: 'While developer appetite for large leasehold sites in the eastern region remains measured, interest is gradually picking up as infrastructure and surrounding industrial developments evolve.' He explained that the failed 2022 tender came amid a slew of headwinds such as interest rate hikes, construction cost inflation, additional buyer's stamp duty risks, and increased land and development charges. Market conditions have since improved. Interest rates are starting to ease, and major infrastructure projects in the east, like Changi Airport's Terminal 5, are boosting the site's long-term growth potential and appeal to developers and investors alike, said Lian. Loyang Valley first attempted a collective sale in 2018 at $750 million, but failed to gather sufficient support. Its 2022 exercise saw stronger backing, spurred by confirmation of the Cross Island Line and growing awareness of the redevelopment potential. But the high reserve price proved a stumbling block. Now, with momentum on their side, home owners ST spoke to believe the third time is the charm. - The Straits Times/ANN
Straits Times
14-06-2025
- Business
- Straits Times
Loyang Valley condo makes third bid at collective sale with lower reserve price of $880 million
The lower collective sale reserve price of Changi's Loyang Valley condominium is $100 million less than its last tender in 2022. ST PHOTO: JOYCE LIM Loyang Valley condo makes third bid at collective sale with lower reserve price of $880 million SINGAPORE – Loyang Valley condominium in Changi will be making a third attempt at a collective sale, with a reduced reserve price of $880 million. The lower reserve price, which is $100 million less than its last tender in 2022, 'reflects a realistic and achievable figure given current market conditions', said Mr Terence Lian, head of investment sales for the appointed marketing agent, Huttons Asia. In 2022, the collective sale committee initially proposed a reserve price of $880 million but raised it to $980 million after some owners sought higher returns. No bids were received when the tender closed on Dec 15 that year. In May 2025, Mr Lian and his team of property salespeople successfully obtained the requisite 80 per cent mandate to proceed with the collective sale. The public tender for Loyang Valley is expected to launch on July 8 and close on Aug 26. The 362-unit condominium in Changi, built in 1985, is a sprawling resort-style estate spanning 840,648 sq ft, with 56 years remaining on its 99-year lease. This round marks a significant shift in seller expectations, noted Mr Lian. 'Several factors have motivated owners to support the collective sale, including lease decay, ongoing maintenance issues associated with the ageing property, the opportunity to unlock asset value with a premium, and considerations related to legacy planning,' he said. 'The confirmed Cross Island Line's Loyang MRT station was factored into our analysis and positively influenced the site's future potential.' At $880 million, the owner of the smallest two-bedroom unit of 1,001 sq ft stands to receive about $1.67 million, while the owner of the largest four-bedroom unit can get about $3.9 million, he said. One owner, who has been living in Loyang Valley since 1985, told The Straits Times that he expects to get more than $2 million for his 1,500 sq ft unit. The retiree, who asked not to be named, had paid less than $300,000 for his unit. He said he plans to use the proceeds to buy a four-room Housing Board flat in the vicinity, go on holidays and save the rest. 'I have a feeling the sale will go through this time, after the Government announced that it will lift the height restrictions for buildings around this area,' he said . Mr Alan Cheong, executive director of research and consultancy at Savills Singapore, said that while there has been talk of easing height restrictions near Changi Airport, the specifics have yet to be confirmed. On June 25, the Urban Redevelopment Authority will be unveiling the Draft Master Plan 2025, which will provide clarity on the gross plot ratio and updated zoning for the site. Under the 2019 Master Plan, the site is zoned for residential use and has a gross plot ratio of 1.6. It can yield approximately 1.35 million sq ft of gross floor area upon redevelopment. A new development on the site can accommodate up to 1,249 residential units, averaging 1,076 sq ft each, subject to planning approval. Mr Cheong said the $880 million price tag is reasonable given the land size, though developers will have to assess the risk of launching a project with more than 1,200 units. 'Still, two factors are in their favour,' he noted. 'One – by the time (the new development) is launched for sale by the developer, probably in 2027, there would have been a lack of new condominium launches in the Loyang area for over three years. This would have created pent-up demand to be discharged into this project,' said Mr Cheong. 'Second, if the sale is successful, by the time the new development is completed, the Loyang MRT station serving the Cross Island Line would be completed and located just adjacent to the site. The developer could then hype his project using this unique selling point. Then, a higher selling price, even with over 1,200 units, would be palatable.' Mr Lian said: 'While developer appetite for large leasehold sites in the eastern region remains measured, interest is gradually picking up as infrastructure and surrounding industrial developments evolve.' He explained that the failed 2022 tender came amid a slew of headwinds such as interest rate hikes, construction cost inflation, additional buyer's stamp duty risks, and increased land and development charges. Market conditions have since improved. Interest rates are starting to ease, and major infrastructure projects in the east, like Changi Airport's Terminal 5, are boosting the site's long-term growth potential and appeal to developers and investors alike, said Mr Lian. Loyang Valley first attempted a collective sale in 2018 at $750 million, but failed to gather sufficient support. Its 2022 exercise saw stronger backing, spurred by confirmation of the Cross Island Line and growing awareness of the redevelopment potential. But the high reserve price proved a stumbling block. Now, with momentum on their side, home owners ST spoke to believe the third time is the charm. Join ST's WhatsApp Channel and get the latest news and must-reads.
Sinar Daily
13-06-2025
- Politics
- Sinar Daily
IGP Razarudin conferred Singapore's Distinguished Service Order
The Singapore Police Force said in a statement on Friday that the Order, instituted in 1968, may be awarded in special circumstances to individuals who have performed acts of distinguished conduct outside Singapore. 13 Jun 2025 03:59pm The Singapore Police Force (SPF) said in a statement on Friday that the Order, instituted in 1968, may be awarded in special circumstances to individuals who have performed acts of distinguished conduct outside Singapore. - Bernama file photo SINGAPORE - Malaysia's Inspector-General of Police Tan Sri Razarudin Husain was conferred the Distinguished Service Order by Singapore President Tharman Shanmugaratnam at the Istana on Wednesday. The Singapore Police Force (SPF) said in a statement on Friday that the Order, instituted in 1968, may be awarded in special circumstances to individuals who have performed acts of distinguished conduct outside Singapore. The SPF said that Razarudin had emphasised the importance of close operational coordination between the two police forces, which had contributed to the fight against transnational crime, drug trafficking and terrorism. - Bernama file photo "Under his leadership, the bilateral relationship between the Royal Malaysia Police (RMP) and the SPF was strengthened, underpinned by close cooperation in the areas of investigation, intelligence exchanges, as well as capability building and training,' the statement said. The SPF said that Razarudin had emphasised the importance of close operational coordination between the two police forces, which had contributed to the fight against transnational crime, drug trafficking and terrorism. Singapore's Acting Commissioner of Police, Lian Ghim Hua, said the SPF deeply values its longstanding and steadfast partnership with the RMP. "This close cooperation has strengthened our response to evolving cross-border challenges. We will continue to work closely with the RMP to combat transnational crime, as well as enhance joint operational effectiveness,' Lian said in the statement. During his stay in Singapore, Razarudin also made courtesy calls on Prime Minister Lawrence Wong and Lian. - BERNAMA More Like This
The Star
13-06-2025
- Politics
- The Star
Malaysia's IGP conferred Singapore's Distinguished Service Order
– Singapore Police Force/Facebook SINGAPORE: Malaysia's Inspector-General of Police Tan Sri Razarudin Husain has been conferred the Distinguished Service Order by Singapore President Tharman Shanmugaratnam at the Istana on Wednesday (June 11). The Singapore Police Force (SPF), in a statement on Friday (June 13) said that the Order, instituted in 1968, may be awarded in special circumstances to individuals who have performed acts of distinguished conduct outside Singapore. "Under his leadership, the bilateral relationship between the Royal Malaysia Police (RMP) and the SPF was strengthened, underpinned by close cooperation in the areas of investigation, intelligence exchanges, as well as capability building and training," the statement said. The SPF said that Razarudin had emphasised the importance of close operational coordination between the two police forces, which had contributed to the fight against trans-national crime, drug trafficking and terrorism. Singapore's Acting Commissioner of Police, Lian Ghim Hua, said the SPF deeply values its longstanding and steadfast partnership with the RMP. "This close cooperation has strengthened our response to evolving cross-border challenges. We will continue to work closely with the RMP to combat transnational crime, as well as enhance joint operational effectiveness," Lian said in the statement. During his stay in Singapore, Razarudin also made courtesy calls on Prime Minister Lawrence Wong and Lian. – Bernama
