Ecuador makes Covid-19 vaccination compulsory for ages 5 and above, World News,BOGOTA – Ecuador's government said on Thursday (Dec 23) it has made it obligatory for eligible people to be vaccinated against Covid-19, amid an increase in cases and the circulation of new variants of the disease. A
6 ways to build grit, resilience and mental strength in children, Lifestyle News,Grit, resilience and mental strength are all qualities we want to see in our children. Grit is an individual’s determination to achieve a certain goal, and a combination of self-control, resilience and ambition is more
Tomorrowland retreat in UAE: All you need to know about the desert glamping destination, Lifestyle News,Tomorrowland – the legendary dance, electronic, techno and house music festival is launching a new desert destination in UAE for all the music lovers. The music festival-inspired oasis, dubbed Ter
Will vitamin C supplements give you stronger immunity?, Lifestyle News,When it comes to vitamin C intake, is more always better? Should you take supplements? A dietitian explains. Vitamin C is thought to be essential in ensuring a healthy immune system. With vitamin C being one of the most sought-af
Canadian doctors to start prescribing museum visits, Health News,MONTREAL – A group of Canadian doctors are to begin prescribing trips to an art gallery to help patients suffering a range of ailments become a picture of health. A partnership between the Francophone Association of Doctors in Canada (
Resale HDB or condo: Comparing floor plans for young couples, Lifestyle News,Let’s get real. Purchasing a home is daunting, especially for young couples that are priced out of buying a BTO and can only “afford” to look at a resale HDB or condo. Yes, this is for the sandwiched crowd out there (or for
Singapore pre-schools struggle with work load, stringent health protocols as more children, staff infected with Covid-19, Singapore News,The nationwide surge of Covid-19 infections has left many pre-schools struggling to cope as more young children are hit by the Omicron variant. Eleven principals a
Coronavirus: Lost your sense of smell? You might be infected, say experts, Lifestyle News,From a mother unable to smell her baby's nappy to a lawmaker who suddenly could not taste food, some coronavirus patients have described a loss of olfactory senses — and experts say this might be a new wa
Singapore approves Pfizer Covid-19 vaccine for children aged 6 months to 4 years, Singapore News,SINGAPORE – Pfizer's Comirnaty Covid-19 vaccine was on Thursday authorised for use on children aged six months to four years. In a statement, the Health Sciences Authority (HSA) said it had carefull
Regular takeaway meals linked to higher body and blood fats in kids, Health News,Children who eat restaurant carry-out, or \”takeaway,\” meals once a week or more tend to have extra body fat and long-term risk factors for heart disease, suggests a UK study. In the study of 9- and 10-year-olds, the kid
She's 51, still plays with bubbles and gets paid for it, Lifestyle News,Why I Do What I Do is an original AsiaOne series where we showcase people with uncommon professions and what it takes to get there. For many of us, the days of chasing bubbles in the playground are long gone. But this 51-ye
Melbourne reopens after months of hard Covid-19 lockdown as cases ease, World News,SYDNEY – Australia's coronavirus hotspot of Victoria state reported two new Covid-19 cases on Wednesday (Oct 28) after posting no infections in the previous two days, as state capital Melbourne emerged from more
Do the 'harmless' lies parents tell children have an impact on their emotional well-being?, Lifestyle News,A study carried out by researchers at Singapore's Nanyang Technological University suggests that parents' lies may have repercussions for their children's mental health
Jamie Chua gets real and talks about the most relatable mum issue ever, Lifestyle News,One of the most common heath issues parents, as well as kids, experience are sore muscles and body aches. They can be caused by many reasons including overexertion, too much exercise, or major and minor injuries.
