Off Tangent
Brain cells on silicon chips: The rise of ‘biological computers’
These machines could chart new paths in computing, with applications that include personalised medicine
The hunt for dark matter lands in Singapore
The city-state has joined a global network searching for an unseen substance that could unlock the mysteries of the universe
Singapore’s ‘butterfly man’ on his passion for these gentle creatures
The prominent architect spends many weekends outdoors to catch a glimpse of the city-state’s diverse butterflies
Excel e-sports: the ‘Olympics’ of spreadsheets is a fun twist on serious software
This niche gaming world comes with neon-lit arenas, fervent fans and its own ‘LeBron James’
Singapore’s feathered tourists and their economic value
Migratory birds’ ‘tourism receipts’ include ecological benefits and birdwatching dollars
The detectives who sniff out ‘superfake’ luxury bags
Imitators are getting more creative, but so are the sleuths
Quiz: Spot the fake luxury bag
Time to play detective! Each question will show you a pair of second-hand luxury bags – one is authentic, while the other is a very convincing counterfeit.
PowerPoint parties and the joy of ‘useless’ knowledge
Musings on a year of writing about the weird and wonderful
Water sommeliers: A profession that’s more than ‘still or sparkling’
Water can be rich and diverse, say those perfecting the art of hydration
Biomimicry: What architects can learn from termites and elephants
No animal is too tiny or large to provide ingenious solutions
