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Singapore's 2026 Halloween Guide for Families
A comprehensive guide details family-friendly Halloween 2026 events, costumes, crafts, and safety tips across Singapore, helping parents plan a fun and secure celebration.
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Deepavali 2026 in Singapore Offers Full Calendar of Family Events
Singapore's 2026 Deepavali celebrations, running from October to November, feature a street light-up, family workshops, and heritage activities.
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Affordable kids winter wear in Singapore: retailers and rentals
Singaporean parents can find budget-friendly winter clothing for children across major retailers like Decathlon, Uniqlo, and H&M.
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Singapore's October 2026 Family Events and New Openings
October 2026 in Singapore offers a packed calendar for families, featuring Children’s Day, the F1 Grand Prix, Halloween.
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Phuket Family Villas Offer Space, Privacy, and Pools
Families seeking spacious, private holidays in Phuket can choose from a curated selection of villas.
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Play School reboot brings slower-paced viewing to CBeebies
The BBC is reviving the classic children's show Play School for CBeebies in 2027 or 2028, part of a push for trusted, slower-paced content.
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Deepavali 2026 Brings Free Family Events to Singapore
Thirteen family-friendly events, many free, will run across Little India and other venues from October to November 2026.
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Singapore's Part-Time Helper Services for Cleaning and Babysitting
A guide to legal part-time domestic help in Singapore, covering cleaning and babysitting services, costs, and key providers for parents.
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Singapore's rules for teens taking part-time jobs
A guide for parents on the benefits and legal requirements for teenagers seeking part-time work in Singapore.
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Punggol's Family-Friendly Playgrounds and Water Parks
A guide to kid-friendly activities in Punggol, from free outdoor playgrounds and water parks to indoor play centres and new hawker food options.
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Mövenpick Bintan Offers Stress-Free Family Getaway
A family review of Mövenpick Resort and Spa Bintan Lagoon highlights its all-in-one approach.
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ESF Admissions Head Clarifies Hong Kong School Application Process
ESF's Head of Admissions, Julie Wong, answers key questions from Hong Kong parents about school preferences, waitlists.
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Singapore F1 2026 Family Guide: Kids' Activities and Safety
Families planning for the 2026 Singapore Grand Prix face high costs and noise but can access free heartland activities.
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Black Women Choose Solo Motherhood, Build Support Networks
A growing number of financially stable, educated Black women are becoming single mothers by choice via IVF and other methods.
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Adrian Chiles on the anxiety of tracking his family
Guardian columnist Adrian Chiles describes his compulsive use of location-tracking apps to monitor his adult daughters and mother during travel.
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Norwegian International School Emphasizes Outdoor Learning
The Norwegian International School in Hong Kong promotes a close-knit community and a curriculum centered on outdoor learning and forest play for children.
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NAIS Hong Kong Opens Sixth Form Centre with Three Pathways
Nord Anglia International School Hong Kong's new Hung Hom Sixth Form Centre offers students aged 16+ a choice between the IB Diploma, A Levels, and BTEC.
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Five Tips for Visiting Art Exhibitions with Kids
HoneyKidsAsia offers advice for parents to make gallery visits engaging for children, highlighting the upcoming Shaping Hearts festival.
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St Mary's Calne Hosts Hong Kong Open Day for Parents
St Mary's Calne, a UK boarding school for girls aged 11-18, is holding an admissions event in Hong Kong on October 16, 2026.
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Tested: The Best UK Lunch Boxes for Leaks and Kids
A Guardian product tester, a parent of three primary-school children, has put 40 lunch boxes through rigorous real-world trials to find the best options.
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Hong Kong Family Photographers Capture Authentic Moments
A guide to family-focused photographers and studios in Hong Kong, detailing styles from candid lifestyle shoots to formal portraits.
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Singapore's 2026 Squishy Toy Safety Guide for Parents
A guide for Singapore parents on where to buy popular squishy toys safely in 2026, detailing key retailers and essential safety checks to perform.
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New Family-Friendly Restaurants and Menus in Singapore
HoneyKids Asia highlights several new family-friendly dining options in Singapore for September.
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KL City Gallery apologises over foreign national in staff uniform
KL City Gallery apologised after a viral video showing a foreign national in staff uniform at the Sultan Abdul Samad Building sparked a public backlash.
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China-Nepal flood debris hits 19 m/s
A new Chinese study finds debris flows in last week's cross-border floods reached speeds of 19 metres per second, making them impossible to outrun.
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Hong Kong School Open Days For Parents
Hong Kong international schools are offering free open days and campus tours in September and October 2026 for parents to see facilities and curricula.
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Family-Friendly Sunday Brunches in Singapore
A guide to nine Singapore hotels and restaurants offering Sunday brunch buffets with special menus and entertainment for children.
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Roses & More Skin Alchemy Offers Custom Facial Treatments
A Singapore skin studio provides personalized, nature-powered facial treatments suitable for both teenagers with breakouts and parents seeking hydration.
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Choi launches well-being campaign as Hong Kong pupils return to school
Primary students in Hong Kong returned to school on Tuesday with mixed emotions. Education chief Christine Choi Yuk-lin launched a new 'Forging Relationships, Nurturing Well-being' campaign to improve mental health support and prevent bullying.
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Chinese Students' US Visas Delayed
Extended US security checks are causing significant visa delays for Chinese students.
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Jenny Meredith on Overseas Family School
Parent Jenny Meredith shares how Overseas Family School (OFS) provides an academically-focused, inclusive environment for her daughters in Grades 3 and 5.
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Hong Kong Family Events for September 2026
Hong Kong's family-friendly September 2026 events include the CAVALLUNA equestrian show, the CATS musical, and dinosaur-themed water parks.
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Singapore's 2026 September Holiday Camps
A guide to ten holiday camps for children aged three to 18 in Singapore during the September 2026 school break.
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CityUHK Professor Rethinks Schizophrenia
Professor Sylvia Kwok advocates shifting Hong Kong's schizophrenia care from a deficit model to a strength-based approach.
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Parenting: Guiding Kids Through Grief
The transition after Norway's King Harald V's death offers a chance to discuss how families can navigate public grief and major life changes with children.
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UN Adviser: Hong Kong's Low Birth Rate a Chance to Become a 'Child Friendly City'
Former UN official Siddharth Chatterjee says Hong Kong's low birth rate is a chance to become a model 'Child Friendly City' for others.
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Diocesan Boys' School to Offer International Advanced Level Curriculum From 2027
Hong Kong's Diocesan Boys' School will offer the International Advanced Level curriculum from 2027, pending government approval.
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Singapore Teachers' Day 2026 Gifts They Love
Teachers' Day in Singapore is on Friday, 4 September 2026, and a guide based on teacher surveys recommends gifts from local businesses for every budget.
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HoneyKids Asia International School Fair
The 17th HoneyKids Asia International School Fair will be held on 19 September 2026 at Suntec Singapore. The free event features over 20 schools, expert panel discussions, and a giveaway for a restaurant voucher.
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Top Family-Friendly Riverside Restaurants in Singapore
Parenting highlights top family-friendly riverside restaurants in Singapore for weekend dining with kids.
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Singapore immersive experiences guide for families
A roundup of 18 family-friendly immersive attractions in Singapore, ranging from magic shows and anime exhibitions to dinosaur showcases and K-pop experiences.
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GARDENEast Serviced Apartments for Families
A guide to Hong Kong’s top family-friendly serviced apartments, highlighting GARDENEast, Hong Kong Parkview, Gold Coast Residences, and Sai Kung Serviced Apartment, with key features and pricing details.
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Kellett School Focuses on Resilience
Kellett School in Hong Kong is prioritising resilience and critical thinking over exam performance, offering a bespoke wellbeing curriculum, a diverse international student body, Mandarin instruction, and a new Sixth Form Centre. Parents are invited to an Open Evening on 24 September 2026 to learn more.
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Sheraton Grand Danang: Family Weekend Review
A family of five spent a long weekend at Sheraton Grand Danang Beach Resort & Spa, enjoying ocean-view rooms, a 250-metre infinity pool, award-winning dining, and nearby golf and attractions.
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Exploring Little India with Kids: A Family Guide
Little India is a vibrant and culturally rich neighborhood in Singapore that offers a wide range of activities and attractions for families with kids. From colorful street art and historic temples to delicious Indian food and bustling markets, there's something for everyone to enjoy.
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Family Fun at East Coast Park Singapore
East Coast Park in Singapore is a fantastic destination for families, offering a wide range of outdoor activities, beaches, and dining options. From cycling and skating to beach days and barbecue feasts, there's something for everyone at this popular park.
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The Unseen Pressure on Children: How Parental Stress Affects Kids
A Singaporean doctor and mother of three shares her insights on how parental stress can transfer to children, and what parents can do to manage their own stress before it affects their kids.
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Universal Studios Singapore: A Family Guide to Rides, Tickets, and Tips for 2026
Planning a family trip to Universal Studios Singapore? This guide covers ticket prices, ride height restrictions, Minion Land highlights, dining options, and practical tips to make the most of your visit.
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Learning Science through Everyday Products at Kao Kirei Store
Kao Industrial introduces the Kao Kirei Store concept at the NST Fair 2026, offering an interactive learning experience for children and families to explore science and technology through everyday products.
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SISB Schools Marks 25 Years of Educational Excellence
SISB Schools celebrates its 25th anniversary, reflecting on its growth from a small campus in Bangkok to a network of six schools across Thailand, offering a blend of Singaporean and international curricula. The institution highlights its commitment to holistic education and the achievements of its graduates, while introducing a new sister school, Marina Singapore International School, set to open in 2027.