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Straits Times
08-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Straits Times
Kit Chan, Taufik Batisah and more to perform at free National Day concert at Gardens by the Bay
Sign up now: Get ST's newsletters delivered to your inbox (Clockwise from top left) Singer Kit Chan, first Singapore Idol winner Taufik Batisah, singer Tay Kewei and rapper Yung Raja will be some of the acts at the concert. SINGAPORE - The SG60 edition of the annual Gardens by the Bay and Mediacorp National Day Concert (NDC) will feature performances by a line-up of home-grown acts including Mandopop star Kit Chan, first Singapore Idol winner Taufik Batisah, rapper Yung Raja and singer-songwriter Charlie Lim. The seventh edition of the free gig will take place at The Meadow at Gardens by the Bay on Aug 3 from 4.30pm. Hosted by local personalities Gurmit Singh, Nithiya Rao, Yasminne Cheng and Zhin Sadali, the show will also feature second Singapore Idol winner Hady Mirza, who composed and is set to sing the concert's theme song, Ties That Bloom. Sisters Tay Kewei and Tay Kexin will perform together for the first time, and other on-stage family affairs will include Cultural Medallion recipient Rahimah Rahim, her sister Rozie Rahim and granddaughter Aly; singer JJ Neo and her mother, host Lucy Chow, as well as married couple Annetha Ayyavoo and Mark Sara. Other music acts include Love 972 DJ Chua Lee Lian, jazz chanteuse Alemay Fernandez, pop singer Shazza and The Purple Symphony, an orchestra comprising musicians with and without disabilities. Chan will serenade the crowd with the National Day Parade (NDP) classic Home, as well as Here We Are, her 2025 NDP theme song with Lim. President Tharman Shanmugaratnam, the event's guest of honour, and his wife Jane Ittogi will lead the audience in reciting the National Pledge. Top stories Swipe. Select. Stay informed. Singapore NDP celebrations to be held at 5 heartland sites, including Bishan and Punggol, on Aug 10 Singapore NDP 2025: Tank that bumped into traffic light lost steering and braking power due to faulty part Singapore Keep citizens at the centre of public service, Chan Chun Sing tells civil servants Singapore SIA flight from Brisbane to Singapore diverted to Perth due to technical issue Singapore New Draft Master Plan could reignite developers' interest to buy land Business Great Eastern could resume trading after delisting vote fails to pass; OCBC's second offer lapses Asia China warns Trump on tariffs, threatens retaliation on supply chain deals Multimedia 'I suspect he's cheating': She finds proof when spouses stray He says in a statement: 'This concert reflects what Singapore is about - people of all backgrounds coming together, each with something to give, something to learn, and each being uplifted. As we mark 60 years of independence, it's a reminder of how we grow stronger as a nation as we respect every contribution, blend our talents, and keep renewing the bonds that make this home.' Attendees can also enjoy local dishes such as laksa and popiah at a food street, play classic games like eraser battles and pick-up sticks, as well take part in activities such as satay keychain workshops. The concert will air on mewatch, Channel 5 and Mediacorp Entertainment on YouTube on Aug 16 at 7.30pm. Book it/ Gardens by the Bay and Mediacorp National Day Concert 2025
Yahoo
27-03-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Del Webb Opens Highly Sought-After Active Adult Community in Cleveland
Del Webb Hickory Greens Opens to Strong Demand from Those Seeking Resort Style Living CLEVELAND, March 27, 2025--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Del Webb, the nation's leading builder of active adult communities for those 55 and older, announced today the successful opening of Del Webb Hickory Greens. Located in Columbia Township just southwest of Cleveland, Del Webb Hickory Greens offers a vibrant lifestyle for active adults seeking a low-maintenance, amenity-rich community in the Midwest. Within the first 30 days of opening Del Webb Hickory Greens, 50 homes were already sold in this sought-after community. "We are thrilled with the excitement surrounding Del Webb Hickory Greens," said Paul Spenthoff, president of PulteGroup's Ohio division. "Our data have shown that a high percentage of active adults want to enjoy resort style living without having to move away from friends and family. This is proving true as evidenced by the interest in Del Webb Hickory Greens, our second Del Webb community in Ohio, and the latest addition to our portfolio of Del Webb communities in the Midwest." The 622-home community is spread across 325 acres, where residents can enjoy a variety of resort-style amenities designed to foster an active and social lifestyle. The centerpiece of the community is a 14,000 square foot amenity center featuring indoor and outdoor pools, outdoor pickleball courts, and a fitness center. Additionally, the community features a 10,000 square foot first-of-its-kind indoor Raquet Club with pickleball courts and a golf simulator to use year-round. The community also offers year-round social events, walking trails, over 170 acres of green space, a dog park, and a community garden. Del Webb Hickory Greens includes two unique collections of ranch homes designed with active adults in mind: Del Webb's popular Cottage and Retreat Series. The spacious, low-maintenance homes are built with consumer-inspired features and ample indoor and outdoor living areas. Many homesites offer scenic views overlooking a water feature or green space, creating a truly tranquil environment. Prices start in the upper $300s. The Cottage Series The Meadow, Mirage and Vista home designs in the Cottage Series at Del Webb Hickory Greens offer 2-4 bedrooms, 2-3 baths and 2-3 car garage ranch homes perfect for singles and couples alike. The homes range from 1,501 to 1,595 sq. ft. with the option to add a second floor. The Retreat Series Del Webb Hickory Greens' Retreat Series offers four distinctive open concept home designs with 2-4 bedrooms, 2-3.5 baths and 2-3 car garages. Built for those who enjoy entertaining, the homes run from 1,647 to 2,026 sq. ft. and feature spacious gathering rooms, connected kitchens and versatile flex space. Del Webb Hickory Greens is conveniently located near medical services, highway access, shopping, dining, and several golf courses. It is also just a 15-minute drive from Cleveland Hopkins International Airport and less than 30 minutes from downtown Cleveland. The community is located at 1026 Adrina Ct, Columbia Station, Ohio 44028. Interested buyers are encouraged to visit the community and tour one of its fully furnished model homes. For more information, visit In addition to Ohio, homebuyers looking for the active Del Webb lifestyle in the Midwest can also find Del Webb communities in Greater Chicago, Detroit, Indianapolis and Minneapolis markets. About Del Webb Del Webb is a national brand of PulteGroup, Inc. Del Webb is the pioneer in active adult communities and America's leading builder of new homes targeted to pre-retirement and retiring boomers. Del Webb builds consumer-inspired homes and communities for active adults ages 55+ who want to continue to explore, grow, and learn socially, physically, and intellectually as they look forward to retirement. For more information on Del Webb, visit About PulteGroup PulteGroup, Inc. (NYSE: PHM), based in Atlanta, Georgia, is one of America's largest homebuilding companies with operations in more than 45 markets throughout the country. Through its brand portfolio that includes Centex, Pulte Homes, Del Webb, DiVosta Homes, American West and John Wieland Homes and Neighborhoods, the company is one of the industry's most versatile homebuilders able to meet the needs of multiple buyer groups and respond to changing consumer demand. PulteGroup's purpose is building incredible places where people can live their dreams. For more information about PulteGroup, Inc. and PulteGroup brands, go to and Follow PulteGroup, Inc. on X: @PulteGroupNews. View source version on Contacts For Media Inquiries Ally Boyleoffice: Sign in to access your portfolio
