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Just over a year ago, most Singaporeans imagined working from home to be a dream scenario – where you can get work done from your living room (or even your bed), never need to change out of your pyjamas, and still be paid a full salary! Plus, you could look after your kids, grab snacks from the refr […]

  Some of us in Singapore would’ve heard this superstitious belief, “Never take a photo of a sleeping person”. But did you know why? According to folklore, a person’s spirit leaves their body when they sleep, and can be captured in photos. (Especially back in the day, when cameras relied heavily on […]

In romance fantasies, there’s nothing sweeter than falling asleep in your partner’s warm, loving embrace. However, for many couples, reality often paints a different picture. He snores, she steals the blankets, and both of you can never seem to agree on an ideal sleeping time. And all this, can affe […]

Have you ever wondered if your child is sleeping at the “right time” every night? Well, the answer could be hearty “yes!” or a strong “heck nah!”, depending on where you live in the world. According to studies of children’s bedtimes, there is an over 2.5-hour difference between the sleeping times of […]

According to Chinese folklore, this phenomenon occurs when a ghost is sleeping on top of you – pressing you down and not allowing you to move. In Fiji, the experience has an even more terrifying description – locals refer to it as, “kana tevoro”, or “being eaten by a demon”. Back in medieval times, […]

While sleeping naked may be a stretch for some, snoozing without underwear is common among both men and women in Singapore. And while the main reasons for going commando are usually comfort or convenience, there are proven health benefits to sleeping with one less layer of clothes. Here are some rea […]

“Having peace, happiness and healthiness is my definition of beauty. And you can’t have any of that without sleep.” – Beyoncé. Many celebrities preach the benefits of sleep and swear by it. Nonetheless, some celebrity sleep habits are stranger than others! How many hours of sleep do you get ev […]

Don’t you wish that sleeping in was an option that wasn’t exclusive to weekends? After all, what could be more heavenly than snoozing soundly for 10 hours (or more) every day? Here’s a reality check. For some people, sleeping 10 to 12 hours isn’t an option – it’s a requirement. Anything less, and th […]

Did you know that Michelle Obama and Mark Zuckerberg are polar opposites in one very important area of their lives? We’re not talking about political affiliations, but rather… their sleep patterns! One’s a night owl, while the other is an early bird. (Can you guess who?) You’re probably aware of som […]