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The Month the Gates Swing Open Every year, as the lunar calendar hits its seventh month, the atmosphere in many modern cities takes on a distinctly supernatural edge. We’re talking about the Yulan Festival, or the Hungry Ghost Festival—a time when the "Gates of Hell" are believed to swing wide, releasing roaming spirits into our world for a 30-day "vacation." In 2026, the festivities run from August 13 to September 10, though these dates shift annually according to the moon.

When someone passes away, families are suddenly faced with many decisions, often while grieving. One question that frequently arises is whether embalming is necessary and what the process actually involves. Many people have only seen embalming portrayed in movies, leading to misconceptions about what really happens. In Singapore, embalming is a professional, respectful procedure carried out by trained embalmers to help preserve the deceased and allow family and friends to pay

Death is a subject many people avoid. But for Shane, it became a calling. We're proud to share that our Senior Embalmer and Operations Manager, Shane Edwards, has been featured by STOMP, where he speaks candidly about his journey into embalming, what it means to care for the departed, and even the deeply personal experience of embalming his own grandparents. His story is one of compassion, professionalism, and quiet dedication to helping families through one of life's most di