Mere mortals couldn’t care less, but for the city’s many fashionistas, the annual Singapore Fashion Festival is heaven-sent. Dubbed as one of Asia’s major fashion festivals, the event constantly draws many tai-tais, fashion buyers and the well-heeled to witness shows from local and international designers and labels. What’s striking about this year’s line-up is local labels that collaborate with major sponsors to do their thing—such as Baylene with L’Oreal Paris and Francis Cheong with Lee Hwa.

PISCES (Feb 19-Mar 20): “The fastest way to succeed is to look as if you’re playing by other people’s rules,” says novelist Michael Korda, “while quietly playing by your own.” That strategy works for many of the happiest people I know. It ain’t easy, though. You’ve got to figure out how to be honest and genuine even though you’re constantly performing; you’ve got to make your life a work of art that continually allows you to reinvent your innocent enjoyment of the game you’re playing. You Pisceans are probably better suited for this cagey approach than any other sign.

The policy flip-flops we can accept. The moves that would make Thailand less democratic we can understand. The misguided priorities we can bear. But we’re not going to sit here and let the government make journalists cry without saying something.“You big bullies!”So there.When we turn on the TV, we want entertainment; we want talking heads who enunciate clearly and with conviction; we want happy, smiling faces and bright, white teeth.

After sitting through the Golden Globe and Academy Awards, we’re awfully tired of all these award acceptance speeches. They weren’t exactly what one would call inspiring to begin with, but they’ve become so cliché. And, with the Life! Theater Awards around the corner, we thought we’d come up with a thank-you speech template to spice up these glorified pats on the back a little.“Oh, my god! Oh, my god! I can’t believe... I mean, I never dreamed..! Who would’ve thought that my simple story about _________ (a. lesbians, b. poverty, c. poor lesbians) would affect so many people?

PISCES (Feb 19-Mar 20): Molecular scientist Robert Bohannon knows a way to cram even more obscene gratification into a doughnut. He has discovered the secret to infusing pastries with a non-bitter version of caffeine. If his innovation is adopted by bakers, a doughnut would not only be able to have its usual sugary kick, but could also deliver the punch of two cups of coffee. Judging from the current astrological omens, Pisces, I’d say you’ll soon be able to find a healthy metaphorical equivalent to this pathological marvel for your own use.

Yes, ladies and gentlemen, boys and girls, our patented tests of your knowledge of current events keep March-ing on.What is the main difference between ASTV and PTV?a. Target audience.b. Target of their biased reporting.c. Quality of graphics.d. Spelling.Why was the head of a well-known tutorial school admitted to a mental hospital?a. He was seen wearing a bulletproof vest and carrying guns.b. He had a high level of ephedrine in his body.c. He planned to file for divorce from his wife.d.

The results of the Budget 2007 have been met with mixed reactions from many Singaporeans. Some are glad (the elderly and the lower income), some are lukewarm (the middle income) and some are just downright unhappy (whiners with nothing else better to bitch about).Now, we’re not suggesting that the government try the impossible and please everyone all the time–because if there’s one group of people that’s hard to please, it’s definitely Singaporeans.

PISCES (Feb 19-Mar 20): Native to Africa and Australia, baobab trees are oddly beautiful, with thick, bulbous trunks that can grow partially hollow and thus serve as shelters for people and animals. They have an enormous capacity for storing water, allowing them to survive during draughts. Humans carve and paint their fruits, making them into ornaments, and also use their leaves, fruits, and bark for food and drink. The tree’s large white flowers open only at night, and are pollinated by bats. In all these ways, you remind me of a baobab right now, Pisces.

Obsequious Underling (OU): There’s an invitation from England for you, your most attractiveness.TAFKPM (The Artist Formerly Known as PM): What’s that? Another one of Mohamed Al Fayed’s parties?OU: No, your most charmingness. It’s from the International Institute for Strategic Studies. They want you to give a speech.TAFKPM: Who? Inter… instant stubby-what?