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Singapore's 'Aunties, Not Algorithms' Campaign Connects Singles

2/17/2026

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The Singapore Tourism Board launched the "Aunties, Not Algorithms" campaign to match US singles with local aunties for a four-night trip, aiming to promote warmth and human connection.
Atsuko Okatsuka, comedian; Tan Kheng Hua, actress; and Aliza Kelly, astrologer, will lead the campaign.
Applications are open until March 13.
Selected participants will receive round-trip flights, hotel accommodations, a cooking class with chef Malcolm Lee, and spending money.

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Story summary

The Singapore Tourism Board launched the "Aunties, Not Algorithms" campaign to match US singles with local aunties for a four-night trip, aiming to promote warmth and human connection.
Atsuko Okatsuka, comedian; Tan Kheng Hua, actress; and Aliza Kelly, astrologer, will lead the campaign.
Applications are open until March 13.
Selected participants will receive round-trip flights, hotel accommodations, a cooking class with chef Malcolm Lee, and spending money.