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The much talked about Singapore Philatelic Museum will be officially opened on 19 Aug 95. Visitors will see for the first time a large and valuable collection of postage stamps and philatelic archival materials, which up to now, were stored in stamp vaults away from public view.

Marine fishes have captivated many of us since our first visit to the public aquarium. Watching the marine fishes darting in and out the coral reefs, a kaleidoscope of colours, one can only be enthralled with the wonders of the sea.

Pets are living creatures that you bring into your home, your life, and for some, as part of your family. Pets also make great friends, George Elliot once said "Animals are such agreeable friends - they ask no questions, they pass no criticisms."

For the people of the six member countries of ASEAN, 1992 is a special year. For the millions of visitors who will be visiting the ASEAN countries, 1992 will be equally memorable. They would find the "World's Only 6-in-1 Tropical Paradise" all geared up to welcome them.

Year 2002 is the year of the Horse, the seventh zodiac animal in the cycle. It is said that the year of the Horse will be lively and high-spirited, when decisions and projects will be incorporated at high speed and efficiency.

The Rabbit is the fourth zodiac animal in the cycle, to be featured in this stamp series. The Year of the Rabbit is said to be peaceful and congenial after the ferocious Tiger year. The set of two stamps depicting graphic designs of the loveable Rabbit would be released on 15 Jan 99.

Ardent Collectors can look forward to a series of Zodiac animal stamps issued by the Singapore Philatelic Bureau. The Rat, the first animal in the 12-year cycle will make its debut on 9 Feb 96. This issue comprises two graphically designed rats valued at 22c (No-Value Indicator) and $2.

Coming into the Singapore harbour, one will be awed by the inspiring skyscrapers reaching for the skies. The modern city skyline was not there overnight, rather it has been evolving over the years.

Following a warm reception of the debut issue of the Zodiac Series featuring the Rat, collectors can now expect the second zodiac animal - the Ox to be released soon!

The range of festivals and events in Singapore is truly remarkable. This is not surprising as Singapore is a multi-racial country with people of different faiths and religions.

Conservation has become an integral part of Singapore's city planning. With rapid urban and economic development, Singapore has been radically transformed into a highly modern city state. In the midst of such relentless transformation, historical buildings and areas could not have escaped the "death knell". Many of them were demolished to make way for new developments.

For a relatively small island, Singapore has a surprisingly high number species of native amphibians and reptiles.