Forget the walk-in closet or marble kitchen island.

Derrick Yap never imagined that he would join the family business and, once he did, couldn’t have envisioned how a company making ball bearings could evolve into one leading the way in fancy tech and robots. But none of these were happy accidents. Yap embraced the grind and fought for the change we’re about to see in the world.

While some parents still gun for branded schools, here’s what you should really look out for when choosing the best primary school for your child.

What is it like to beat breast cancer? We talk to three women who battled the disease and have emerged feeling empowered, educated and enlightened.

Where your work life is concerned, you don’t always have to stay in your lane. In fact, seeking professional help just might revive your career.

Think of domestic violence and you’ll probably picture physical assault. But it can also take on other forms—like emotional, sexual and financial abuse. Two women tell us about the different types of cruelty they suffered at the hands of their loved ones.

“Quieting my monkey mind was the main thing I hoped meditation could help with,” says ZARELDA MARIE GOH.

The stork was certainly busy in 2017. ELISA CHIA rounds up some of the celebrities and influencers who gave birth last year.

Two women, two very different reactions to a break-up. Clara How swore off men for six months, while a woman Hoe I Yune spoke to went on a dating spree to get over her ex. Extreme choices, no doubt, but both women took away lessons in love.

On nights when she's not driving, Sheryl (third from left) catches up with friends over dinner.

From being the first women in their field to striking out on their own where society needs them most, these amazing eight are finding ways to make Singapore better than ever. Prepare to be inspired.

Happiness is a lot of things – a choice, a state of mind, a lifestyle… But it’s also something you can achieve by making small changes to the way you think and live. Find out how these eight women did it.

Newly-wed Sharon* couldn’t wai t to enjoy her island honeymoon, but the nightmare star ted when the couple arrived. AS TOLD TO ESTHER AU YONG

Builders across the region are creating bigger, better, faster and more luxurious vessels than ever before. By Glen Watson

These 55 women aged 20-34 dare to follow their hearts and do what they love. Here, they put their best faces forward.

Anxiety. Addiction. Shame. Going on a juice cleanse to detox your body is easy, but what happens when you try to rid your life of bigger, badder influences? Three women tell us their stories…