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Straits Times
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- Straits Times
Love And Deepspace pop-up exhibition to be held at Resorts World Sentosa from July 18-31
Sign up now: Get ST's newsletters delivered to your inbox The ticket-free exhibition will feature five themed installations inspired by key moments in the game's latest update. SINGAPORE - Love-struck fans of the popular 3D romance game Love And Deepspace are in for a treat at Resorts World Sentosa (RWS) this July. A collaboration exhibition between Infold Games - the global brand of the game's developer Papergames - and RWS, has been announced. It coincides with the game's latest update, Love And Deepspace 4.0 (Witnessed By Deepspace). It will also be South-east Asia's first and only pop-up exhibition dedicated to the mobile game since its release in January 2024 . In a statement on July 11, Infold Games said that the ticket-free pop-up exhibition will feature five themed installations inspired by key moments in the latest update - one for each of the love interests in the game, along with their life-size standees that fans can pose with for photos. The installations will be at ave8 at RWS from July 18 to 31. Entry to the pop-up exhibition will only be available between Fridays and Sundays (July 18-20 and July 25-27), from 11am to 7pm. Event-goers will also stand a chance to be among 50 lucky winners of an exclusive official merchandise set via a lucky draw after completing the designated event activity. The grand prize offers a one-night stay at Hotel Ora - a five-star hotel located in RWS. Business analyst Yuka, who is among a group of fans running the Deepspacebb_and_me Instagram account dedicated to the game, said that she has been anticipating the event since its announcement online. Top stories Swipe. Select. Stay informed. Singapore S'pore boosts nuclear viability, safety research with new institute and $66m in additional funding Singapore Man who killed 5-year-old daughter gets life sentence after he appeals against 35-year jail term Singapore More than 14,300 people checked during 7-week-long anti-crime ops Singapore More than 150 e-bikes and other non-compliant mobility devices impounded in last 2 months: LTA Life Anti-smoking advisory in new plaque for controversial samsui woman mural Singapore Over 12,000 lower-income households to receive $60 in transport vouchers by end-July Business CEO salaries: At Singapore's top companies, whose pay went up and whose saw a drop? Singapore NDP 2025: Leopard tank transmission fault identified, vehicle to resume role in mobile column 'I cheered along with my friends in excitement when we saw it... I'm looking forward to the decorations and meeting fans in the event,' the 28-year-old excitedly told ST. 'This event means a lot to the community,' said 36-year-old Faustine, an admin executive who asked to be known only by her first name and started playing the game just one week after its launch. 'I'm really glad that Singapore is finally hosting large-scale exhibits like the ones I used to only see on social media.' In this free-to-play 3D simulator mobile game launched by Chinese developer Papergames, players take on the female lead's perspective and navigate a sci-fi fantasy world - battling monsters, clearing tasks, and romancing any of the five virtual eligible bachelors. Unlike its predecessors in the genre of otome games ('maiden' in Japanese), Love And Deepspace is known for its unique features including an in-built menstruation cycle tracker, real-time reminders, and a tete-a-tete function that allows players to have more personal conversations with the love interests. A popular feature in the game's latest update lets players toggle an augmented reality filter for various functions - including 'workout' and 'sleep' - making it appear as if the love interests are performing these actions in real-world environments. Since its launch, Love And Deepspace has earned more than US$500 million (S$667.5 million) worldwide on the Google Play Store and Apple's App Store, reported AFP. The game boasts some 50 million users worldwide, with a growing number of fans locally.
Hans India
6 days ago
- Business
- Hans India
Protected drinking water scheme inaugurated in Uravakonda
Uravakonda: Finance Minister Payyavula Keshav inaugurated Uravakonda protected drinking water scheme on Monday at RWS (Rural Water Supply) office in Uravakonda constituency headquarters. As part of the efforts to provide safe drinking water to every household in the town, the scheme was launched under Jal Jeevan Mission with a total project cost of Rs 22 crore. A major component of the project, pipeline networkd worth Rs 16.35 crore from Udiripikonda in Gooty mandal to Uravakonda, was officially inaugurated by the Minister. RWS SE Suresh, DE Saprin, AEs Aijayya and Divya, Tahsildar Mahabub Basha, MPDO Ramiprasad, and local leaders and officials were present.
Business Times
04-07-2025
- Business
- Business Times
Pierre Herme grows Asian footprint with mega store in Singapore's RWS
LUXURY confectioner Pierre Herme Paris – founded by its namesake French patissier famed for his Ispahan macarons – is expanding its dessert empire with a groundbreaking concept in Singapore that will serve as a test bed for its growth in Asia and the Middle East. Set to open on Aug 1 in Weave, Resorts World Sentosa's (RWS) newest dining and lifestyle enclave, the two-storey standalone boutique-restaurant is a joint venture with the integrated resort and is the 'most ambitious project we've ever opened anywhere in the world', said Herme in an exclusive interview with The Business Times. RWS also holds the sole distribution rights to Pierre Herme Paris products in Singapore. Iconic pastry chef Pierre Herme. PHOTO: PATRICK ROUGEREAU There are currently more than 90 Pierre Herme Paris stores, including in France, Japan, the Middle East, Hong Kong and now Singapore, said Herme. 'Over the next two to five years, we plan to continue our selective expansion in key international markets, with a particular focus on Asia and the Middle East, where enthusiasm for fine pastries is growing rapidly.' That said, he added: 'We are aware of the challenges facing the restaurant industry, from global economic fluctuations and changing consumer habits to increasing competition in the high-end segment. Our approach is to stay true to our identity while constantly innovating. Ultimately, our strength lies in our ability to remain agile without ever compromising on quality and creativity.' Pierre Herme's signature ispahan macarons. PHOTO: PIERRE HERME PARIS The Singapore flagship, which Herme describes as a 'cultural and gastronomic landmark', will 'set the tone for our future projects globally'. He added that Singapore's position as 'one of Asia's most dynamic crossroads' made the city a natural, 'even symbolic' choice. The flagship offers an immersive, '360-degree' experience that features several world-firsts in addition to its signature range of macarons, pastries and chocolates. They include an ice cream bar, bubble tea creations and a furoshiki – Japanese wrapping cloth – stand 'to elevate packaging to an art form'. A NEWSLETTER FOR YOU Friday, 2 pm Lifestyle Our picks of the latest dining, travel and leisure options to treat yourself. Sign Up Sign Up There will also be a full-service restaurant, La Table by Pierre Herme, its first in South-east Asia. The all-day dining eatery's menu has not been finalised, but highlights include ceviche incorporating the signature rose-lychee-raspberry flavours of ispahan; a savoury version of French toast and even a Pierre-Herme-style croque monsieur. The macarons, chocolates and ice cream will be flown in from Pierre Herme Paris's facilities in France to ensure standards, but a local production unit in Singapore will be set up to make daily items such as pastries, viennoiseries and savoury items. 'This hybrid model allows us to maintain authenticity while giving us the flexibility to develop exclusive products for our Singaporean clientele.' 'Trick the Eye' pastry is a Singapore exclusive. PHOTO: PIERRE HERME PARIS That would include reimagined bubble tea in different flavours, and a Singapore-exclusive Trick the Eye pastry – a peanut butter French toast which is 'a whimsical play on perception and taste', said Herme. 'As part of RWS' transformation into a world-class lifestyle destination, this partnership reflects our commitment to curating exceptional, elevated experiences that speak to today's sophisticated and well-travelled audiences,' said Andreas Reich, RWS' acting senior vice-president, F&B general management. Besides Pierre Herme Paris, the three-level, 20,000-square-metre biophilic Weave is home to some 40 tenants comprising restaurants, cafes, fashion & lifestyle concepts. It opened its doors on Jul 1, but only some tenants have opened, including Din Tai Fung which introduced a cocktail bar; Wewa – a casual Middle Eastern takeaway serving pitas and shawarmas; and Jumbo Premium – an elevated version of Jumbo Seafood famed for its chilli crab. Jumbo Group has also launched a premium Chinese restaurant Xing Yue Xuan that serves seafood-based Cantonese cuisine. Din Tai Fung is one of the tenants at Weave. PHOTO: RESORTS WORLD SENTOSA Due to open in stages are new-to-Singapore concepts such as an ice cream parlour Sundae Royale and French eatery Moutarde by Michelin-starred chef Paul Pairet; Beijing-based Peking Chamber which specialises in Peking duck; and famous Korean bakery Standard Bread. Retail outlets include an Adidas flagship store and a Coach boutique and dining concept. Designed by architectural firm Benoy with landscape by ICN Design, Weave has a strong sustainability focus with plenty of greenery and natural ventilation. Heat pump technology repurposes by-products from RWS' hotels' hot water generation to create cool air, while the existing ethylene tetrafluoroethylene (ETFE) roofing has been improved to deflect heat and reduce pressure on cooling systems. 'Weave represents a pivotal milestone in our RWS 2.0 transformation journey as we reimagine how guests experience luxury and leisure in one seamless environment,' said Lam Xue Ying, vice-president, Singapore Oceanarium & Destination Experience.
AsiaOne
03-07-2025
- Entertainment
- AsiaOne
Craving the king of fruit? These places have all-you-can-eat durian buffets, Lifestyle News
Durian season is upon us, which means that it's the best time to indulge in the king of fruit. If you want to enjoy some free-flow durian, several restaurants and supermarkets are offering all-you-can-eat buffets for not just the fruit, but unique durian dishes too like Durian Chicken Soup and Sambal Durian Roasted Chicken. Interested? Here are a few options to consider. Paradox Singapore Merchant Court Every Thursday from July 10 to Aug 7, Paradox Singapore Merchant Court will hold an event called the Royal Durian Bazaar. Here, guests can tuck into unlimited servings of durian varieties like Musang King and D24, which will be served from a riverside live stall. Mangosteens will also be available to balance out the durian's bold flavours. The Royal Durian Bazaar is available from 6pm to 8.30pm and costs $138++ for adults and $50++ for children aged six to 12 years old. For the more adventurous durian lovers, from June 2 to Aug 31, the hotel's Ellenborough Market Cafe will have buffet featuring innovative durian dishes. This includes Durian Chicken Soup, Sambal Durian Roasted Chicken, Seafood with Spicy Coconut Durian Sauce, Cauliflower Durian Gratin, Wok-fried Salted Egg Durian Pork and Clam Kuah Durian Pedas. Carb-wise, there is Bacon Durian Cream Pasta and Durian Seafood Fried Rice. For desserts, indulge in options like Durian Triple Cheesecake, Durian Hazelnut Eclair, Durian Gula Malacca Swiss Roll and Durian Pandan Waffles. For weekday lunch (12pm to 2.30pm) from Mondays to Thursdays, adults pay $68++ and kids pay $28++. For weekday dinners (6pm to 10pm), it's $88++ for adults and $38++ for children. During the weekends (Fridays to Sundays) and public holidays, only dinner service is available, with the first seating from 6pm to 8pm and the second from 8pm to 10pm. Adults pay $98++ while kids pay $42++. Address: 20 Merchant Road, Singapore 058281 Resorts World Sentosa From July 11 to 13 and July 18 to 20, Resorts World Sentosa (RWS) has an all-you-can-eat king of fruit event called All Hail The King Durian Fest. This will be located at Adventure Cove Waterpark's The Bay Restaurant from 6pm to 7.30pm. Guests will get to enjoy a buffet of durians including Mao Shan Wang, Red Prawn and D24. There will also be food from Chinese restaurant Dian Xiao Er, as well as fresh seasonal fruits like rambutans and mangosteens. Tickets cost $268 per pax and can be purchased on the RWS website. Address: 8 Sentosa Gateway, Sentosa Island, 098269 Grand Copthorne Waterfront Hotel From July 14 to Sept 14, Grand Copthorne Waterfront Hotel will hold the SG60 Durian Fiesta at its restaurant, Food Capital. There will be free-flow Musang King Durians available at the outdoor live station of Food capital. Apart from that, the durian buffet will have a spread of Asian and Western offerings, fresh seafood and durian-infused dishes. For durian-infused dishes, diners can look forward to interesting options like Durian Laksa, Kampung-style Durian Fried Rice, Roasted Chicken with Durian Glaze and Durian Quiche. End off the meal with sweet treats like Durian Sweet Potato Tartlets, Durian Panna Cotta, and Mini Durian Cream Puffs. In addition to the SG60 Durian Fiesta offerings, the hotel will also play host to new durian-inspired ice cream flavours by renowned local brand Udders. These are available at Food Capital's dessert live station on a rotational basis and there are flavours like Durian Cheesecake, Durian Pengat and Emperor Mao. Lunch from Mondays to Saturdays cost $72++ for adults and $36++ for children. Dinner from Sundays to Thursdays cost $118++ for adults and $59++ for children, while dinners from Fridays to Saturdays cost $128++ for adults and $64++ for children. Address: 392 Havelock Road, Singapore 169663 FairPrice Xtra The supermarket chain has a 60-minute all-you-can-feast durian buffet at two locations — FairPrice Xtra Jem and FairPrice Xtra VivoCity. FairPrice Xtra Jem will hold their durian event from July 25 to 27 while FairPrice Xtra VivoCity will do so from Aug 1 to 3. Buffet sessions start from 2pm. There are two options for diners to choose from. The first is the Regular Buffet, which comes with an unlimited serving of Red Prawn, D101, D13 and Kampung durians. This costs $65 per pax. The second is called the Gold Buffet and comes with unlimited Musang King, Pahang Old Tree Mao Shan Wang, Black Gold, on top of the varieties available in the Regular Buffet. This costs $85 per pax. Each buffet session also includes coconut water and up to 300g worth of mangosteen. Interested parties who reserve a spot by July 10 can enjoy $10 off their booking. Address: 50 Jurong Gateway Road, #B1-21/22 and B3-01, Singapore 608549 (Jem) 1 HabourFront Walk, #01-23 and #B2-23, Singapore 098585 (Vivocity) [[nid:719248]] melissateo@
West Australian
03-07-2025
- Business
- West Australian
WA's non-mulesed sheep proportions are the lowest in the country but growing premiums could be gamechanging
Australian farmers have not been in a rush to transition away from mulesing, especially in WA, but with growing premiums for non-mulesed wool this could be set to change. Recent AWEX data indicated the proportion of non-mulesed merino wool had increased by a mere 3 per cent during the past three years. WA had the lowest proportion of non-mulesed sheep in the country at 24 per cent for crossbred and 6 per cent for merino between June, 2024 and May, 2025. WA was followed by South Australia, with 30 per cent and 11 per cent respectively. Comparatively, Queensland and Tasmania lead with their stats almost doubling that of NSW and Victoria — which represent the majority of wool sales across the country. QLD had the highest percentage of non-mulesed crossbred sheep at 75 per cent and second highest merino at 43 per cent, while Tasmania had 60 per cent crossbred and the highest percentage of non-mulesed merino at 52 per cent. Westcoast Wool and Livestock broker Justin Haydock said the premiums available for non-mulesed sheep could encourage farmers to shift to more 'plain-bodied sheep' in the next five to 10 years. 'With the premiums available, I think the numbers will only grow,' he said. In the last auction for the 2024-25 financial year, non-mulesed RWS-certified clips maintained premiums of more than 150¢/kg, especially in 19 to 20.5 microns. Mr Haydock said the growing premium for non-mulesed wool, specifically RWS wool — an integrity qualification scheme adopted by the company — was driven by demand from European and US manufacturers. 'Many brands have said they will only buy RWS wool by 2026 and these brands sit on the board of the Textile Exchange — this is leading to the growing premium for RWS wool,' he said. Global brands — including Australian brands and retailers such as Gorman, Country Road, Myer, Target, and H&M — are reportedly no longer accepting wool from lambs that have been mulesed, while over 330 brands worldwide have committed to end mulesing by 2030. Mr Haydock said while there is a growing premium for RWS wool, mulesed wool still held value. 'China, India, Vietnam and these sorts of countries consume a lot of wool that is mulesed,' he said. According to the latest Australian Bureau of Statistics, China is the largest importer of Australian wool. In fact, more than 85 per cent of WA wool ended up in Chinese processing facilities in the 2023-24 financial year, a 1.2 per cent increase on year to date. China is followed by India with 5 per cent, Italy with 2.8 per cent and Czechia with 2.7 per cent. While markets are accessible for both mulesed and non-mulesed wool, industry continues to look for ways to reduce mulesing. An Australian Wool Innovation spokesperson said industry was committed to reducing reliance on mulesing but it would depend on the development and adoption of effective alternatives to ensure sheep welfare. 'The industry is investing in research for alternatives to reduce the incidence of flystrike, promoting the use of anaesthetics and analgesics and providing the tools for woolgrowers to work towards reducing their reliance on mulesing,' they said. Through AWI, woolgrowers and the Federal Government have invested $48.5M million in Flystrike Research, Development and Extension, designed to help woolgrowers looking to manage their flocks without mulesing and optimises animal welfare, productivity and profitability on their farms.
