Singapore's latest electric buses get tram-style pantograph charging , Singapore News,The LTA has announced that it has purchased an additional 20 single-deck electric buses from ST Engineering Mobility Services (STEMoS). The buses will be progressively deployed starting on Aug 25, 2021, on ser
Fight Club Singapore? Students in boxing gloves seen sparring at Serangoon HDB void deck as crowd watches on, Singapore News,We all know the number one rule of fight club – you do not talk about fight club. But what happens when word gets out about fight club? A group of students, allegedly from the
1-for-1 bubble tea and ice cream at HeyTea's newest outlet at VivoCity, Lifestyle News,Bubble tea chain HeyTea Singapore is opening their fourth Singapore outlet at VivoCity on Jan 9 and to mark the occasion, there's a 1-for-1 deal on all their menu items from Jan 9 to 11. In addition to t
Egypt unveils 3000-year-old coffins in latest archaeological discovery, World News,CAIRO – Egypt has unveiled a significant new archaeological discovery at the Saqqara necropolis south of Cairo, including 54 wooden coffins, many of which can be traced back 3000 years to the New Kingdom period. The f
Okamoto condoms are now a battle anime series, Digital News,If you want to properly promote safe sex, you’ve got to take your audience by the balls and do a god job at it. In this case, why not make a full-on battle anime to spread the word? Okamoto Industries, the Japanese company best known for ma
Budget 2022 property tax: How much more it'll cost you and how it'll affect the market, Money News,In the recent budget 2022 announcement, the government said it would raise property taxes starting next year. While the increment isn’t significant for most homeowners, it adds to a series of
Uniqlo's Ang Mo Kio store opens this week. Here are 5 things you can look forward to, Lifestyle News,Last month, Uniqlo announced that a new store will open in the neighbourhood of 51 @ Ang Mo Kio on March 25, 2022, a standalone building located right opposite AMK Hub. Closer to the date of its
Gifting dos and don'ts in each culture in Singapore, Lifestyle News,Because each culture in Singapore has its own set of rules and taboos when it comes to gifting. Follow this handy guide to prevent a faux pas! Chinese Culture Do: Flowers make great gifts, but be careful with the type of flower
Work pass holders, dependants from higher-risk countries can enter Singapore from Aug 10 if fully vaccinated, Singapore News,SINGAPORE – Work pass holders and their dependants will be allowed to enter Singapore from higher-risk countries or regions from next Tuesday (Aug 10), provided they are fully
2020 checklist: Dun bluff, did you do these 20 things not?, Singapore News,The most bizarre year you’ve ever known – besides that Incredible Tales year when your teacher actually gave you an A for your General Paper – is coming to an end soon. And what better way to pay homage to it (or curse it) th
Daily roundup: 19 million-dollar flats sold as HDB resale prices rise in June — and other top stories today, Singapore News,Stay in the know with a recap of our top stories today. 1. 19 million-dollar flats sold as HDB resale prices rise in June HDB resale prices rose for the 12th straight month, ad
Death Stranding & Lost Judgment lead the way for 10 PlayStation State of Play reveals, Digital News,At the latest PlayStation State of Play, we got a slew of updates about already-revealed games and of course, some smashing new reveals as well. With Deathloop taking centre stage, there was still spa
PSA: Increasing amount of malware targeting Discord's chat platform, Digital News,Popular community creation app Discord is becoming another platform for cybercriminals to reach out to new victims with malware. Discord uses VoIP, instant messaging, and digital content distribution to allow user
This ‘gaming’ hand massager is the most frivolous purchase one can add to their desk, Digital News,Bauhutte, the Japanese gaming furniture brand, has released another quirky and unexpected product — a gaming hand massager called the Hand Massager. Following the gaming bed and gaming onesie, the Hand
Daily roundup: Eric Chou engaged to former news anchor 6 years his senior — and other top stories today, Asia News,Stay in the know with a recap of our top stories today. 1. Eric Chou engaged to former news anchor 6 years his senior He may be dubbed “king of the lovelorn people” by the media but Tai
Daily roundup: Judge rejects man's claim that baby fell head-first, convicts him of murder — and other top stories today, Asia News,Stay in the know with a recap of our top stories today. 1. Judge rejects man's claim that baby fell head-first, convicts him of murder Justice Chionh found th
Daily roundup: GrabShoes? Man delivers food and steals customer's sneakers right after – and other top stories today, World News,Stay in the know with a recap of our top stories today. 1. GrabShoes? Man delivers food and steals customer's sneakers right after The thief was caught in the a
Viral Ghana dancing pallbearers are now immortalised as miniature figurines, Digital News,Remember the viral meme sensation back in 2017 when a troop of pallbearers lifted the mood at funerals in Ghana with flamboyant coffin-carrying dances? Here's a video to remind you of the awesomeness: [emb
Beijing extends work-from-home 'requirement' for millions as Covid-19 spreads, China News,BEIJING/SHANGHAI – The Chinese capital extended its work-from-home requirement for many of its 22 million residents to stem a Covid-19 outbreak, while Shanghai deployed more testing and curbs to hold
How to tell if you have scalpne and what to do about it, Lifestyle News,Just like the skin on your face and body, your scalp has pores that can get clogged and result in acne. These bumps can make even simple tasks like washing and combing your hair excruciatingly painful. There’s even a term for it
Daily roundup: Li Nanxing, managed by Vicki Zhao in China, says he's not affected by her being blacklisted – and other top stories today, Entertainment News,Stay in the know with a recap of our top stories today. 1. Li Nanxing, managed by Vicki Zhao in China, says he's not affected by her
Shanghai to lift 'unreasonable' curbs on firms, Beijing eases restrictions, China News,SHANGHAI/BEIJING — Shanghai said on Sunday (May 29) \”unreasonable\” curbs on businesses will be removed from June 1 as it looks to lift its Covid-19 lockdown, while Beijing reopened parts of its public tr
Premier League managers can exploit VAR: Analyst, World News,Canny Premier League managers should be seeking to \”manipulate\” VAR technology to their advantage when it is introduced next season, according to analyst Rory Campbell. VAR (the video assistant referee system) was largely deemed a success
China's moon probe lands back on Earth: State media, China News,China’s Chang’e-5 moon probe has landed in the northern Chinese region of Inner Mongolia, the official Xinhua news agency reported, completing its return to Earth and bringing back the first lunar samples since the 1970s. The retur
From nightlife to hawkers: These 5 friends set up a stall selling minced meat noodles with abalone and ikura, Lifestyle News,When they first got to know each other over a decade ago, these five friends never imagined they would eventually be running a hawker stall together. Xu Zhen Kai, 36 and Tan S
Win Ron's Gone Wrong premiums!, Entertainment News,AsiaOne is giving away some sweet premiums to celebrate the release of Ron's Gone Wrong! [embed]https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6idM2MvlFTk[/embed] Story synopsis: Ron's Gone Wrong tells the story of Barney, a socially awkward middle-
Rapper Nicki Minaj says she is expecting first child, Entertainment News,LOS ANGELES – Rapper Nicki Minaj on Monday (July 20) announced she was expecting her first child, posting photos of her baby bump. \”#Preggers,\” wrote the Bang, Bang singer on her Instagram account, beside a photo of her wearing
‘A lot of sexual tension’: Bridgerton star Simone Ashley won’t be watching season 2 with her parents, Entertainment News,New 'Bridgerton' star Simone Ashley says there is \”a lot of sexual tension\” in Season Two of the Netflix show which is why she will not be watching it with her parents.
Dyson's new Micro 1.5kg vacuum cleaner is perfect for post-vaccination sore arms, Digital News,Dyson has just launched a new compact lightweight vacuum cleaner called the Micro 1.5kg. So-called because – you guessed it – it weighs 1.5kg, this vacuum cleaner is perfect for readers who might not
#StayHome this Hari Raya long weekend: Catch Sharon Au in performance, cook dishes from your favourite Disney movies, Lifestyle News,Being cooped up at home during the circuit breaker can be unsettling but we all have a part to play to keep Singapore safe! Not sure how to pass time during this perio
6 things you must do if your child is entering Primary 1 in 2020, Lifestyle News,Shortly after scrambling to get a place in a primary school, your next concern would be how your child will adjust to Primary 1. This is a milestone in your child's academic journey. Primary school will be the plac
Sheng Siong offering special deals including 1-for-1 on selected items till Nov 14, Lifestyle News,Need to stock up on groceries? Sheng Siong has got you covered. To mark 11.11, the supermarket chain will be having special in-store promotions till Sunday (Nov 14), where you can grab items for at the
Daily roundup: Video of boy stealing underwear along HDB corridor sparks debate — and other top stories today, Singapore News,Stay in the know with a recap of our top stories today. 1. 'He needs help': Video of boy stealing granny underwear along HDB corridor sparks debate Was this video m
Meghan Markle's wedding dress: Britain's best-kept secret, World News,Will it be white? Satin or lace? British or foreign made? The tightly-guarded secret of Meghan Markle's wedding dress will finally be revealed when she walks down the aisle to marry Prince Harry on Saturday. Anticip
Thai parents let son sit on top of moving car, say he's always been doing it, Asia News,It was a sight that made drivers' blood run cold — a boy perched on top of a moving car. The primary school pupil was on his way home when he was spotted at a busy traffic junction in Lamphun, Thailand.
Halo season 2 begins filming, adds Titans star Joseph Morgan as Colonel James Ackerson, Entertainment News,Master Chief is back in action. Paramount+ announced that the second season for its Halo series, based on the popular video game franchise of the same name, has begun filming after a successful
Daily roundup: Study suggests even moderate alcohol consumption shrinks your brain — and other top stories today, Singapore News,Stay in the know with a recap of our top stories today. 1. Even moderate alcohol consumption shrinks your brain, study suggests Those of you who gave up alcohol – or tried
Hong Kong movie Drifting clinches 2 awards at 15th FIRST International Film Festival, Entertainment News,It was a night of double wins for Drifting at the 15th FIRST International Film Festival. The film, produced by mm2 Entertainment Hong Kong, clinched the Grand Jury Prize and the Audience Award,
'Let me look for WiFi signal': Man holidaying in Boracay sends email to boss while parasailing , Asia News,While he was supposed to be working from home, a man in the Philippines sneakily went on a vacation to Boracay and sent his boss an amusing video after the latter asked him about work
George Clooney shunned by Hollywood after Batman & Robin flopped, Entertainment News,The 59-year-old actor starred alongside Arnold Schwarzenegger and Uma Thurman in the 1997 superhero movie, and he's revealed that the much-maligned project nearly ruined his film career, as Hollywood directors
14 Father's Day gift ideas for every type of dad, Lifestyle News,With Father's Day coming up soon (June 19, to be exact), it's time to show our appreciation for Dad again. If you're thinking of pampering him this year but not sure where to start looking, we've curated a list
Coronavirus: WHO lays out plan to emerge from emergency phase of pandemic, World News,The World Health Organisation on Wednesday (March 30) released an updated plan for Covid-19, laying out key strategies that, if implemented in 2022, would allow the world to end the emergency phase of the pandemic.
'It's unfair': British tourists fume as Portugal removed from safe travel list, World News,Tired of mixed messages, British sunseekers in Portugal reacted with fury and disbelief to their government's decision to reimpose a quarantine regime for travellers coming from the popular
4 things you never knew you can do with the National Library Board app, Lifestyle News,When was the last time you visited a library? If you attribute poor reading habits to having no time to borrow books, downloading the National Library Board (NLB) Mobile app will give you access to e-books for you
SDA's Desmond Lim a Datuk? Quirky facts about Singapore's politicians you probably never knew, Singapore News,Now that we're in the thick of things with GE2020 in full swing, all eyes are on the political candidates that will be running for this year's election. You may know all
Popular cafe Penny University says goodbye to East Coast after 10 years, Lifestyle News,Moving out of a place you've called home for years is a heart-wrenching affair and the folks behind Penny University can definitely relate. The cafe will be moving out of their iconic East Coast shop lot aft
This officially licensed Monster Hunter figurine is solid gold and costs over $110,000, Digital News,Have you ever wanted a solid gold figurine of your favourite character in-game? Yeah, me neither, but that's exactly what Monster Hunter fans are getting. U-Treasure, a Japanese brand known for
Star Trek: Picard season 3 trailer reunites Next Generation cast, classic villains and reveals Enterprise-F, Entertainment News,The Next Generation crew is reuniting for Star Trek: Picard season three! Joining Sir Patrick Stewart as Jean-Luc Picard on next year's galactic adventure is Jonathan
East Coast Road coffee shop up for sale for $22.8 million, Money News,Another freehold coffee shop in Singapore is up for sale for millions. This time around, it's in the east. The non-conservation freehold property at 936 East Coast Road is up for sale via an expression of interest (EOI) exerc
Your fingernails could be trying to tell you something, Lifestyle News,Trigger warning: Some may find the following images disturbing. Viewer discretion is advised. 1. Thick, crumbly and yellow Sounds like a caption for your IG post on butter cookies? Well, it also works for nails that have some for
No one likes a small phone? iPhone 12 Mini sales poorest of all new iPhones, Digital News,Apple thought people wanted a small phone and so it introduced the iPhone 12 Mini last year. It was a pocket rocket because apart from its smaller display and battery, it was identical in every other way to the
Where to find the best keto desserts in Singapore, Lifestyle News,IYDK: The ketogenic diet is marked by the consumption of low levels of carbohydrates and high amounts of fat. Adherents swear by the diet’s ability to potentially lose weight and lower unhealthy markers such as blood pressure and bloo
Apple celebrates 40 years in Singapore, Digital News,Did you know Apple has had a presence in Singapore for four decades? Neither did I. In celebration of this milestone, the company dropped a release detailing some of its history here in Singapore and some of its milestones. Now, normally this isn’
New Hogwarts Legacy trailer lifts magical veil on Slytherin, dark magic and zombies, Digital News,The Wizarding World of Harry Potter has always been filled with magical wonder, but beneath the dazzle and fantasy, it’s sometimes easy to forget that there’s a darker side to the sorcery. The newest tr
Epic Games Store giving out free games over 15 days for holiday sale 2021, Digital News,Keeping in tradition to what Epic Games Store did last year during their 2020 Holiday Sale, there will be another 15 PC games released for free from Dec 16 to 30. By the time this post is published, Epic Games ha
'Am I going to be a burden?' Despite multiple injuries, this Gambas Ave accident victim still thinks of his family first, Singapore News,“Am I going to be a burden to you all?” Those were the first few words Muhammad Alif Rykell Shah uttered to his mum in hospital, after coming out of the
Netflix tools up in Southeast Asia as Disney+ Indonesia launch sets scene for streaming battle, Digital News,SINGAPORE – US streaming giant Netflix is ramping up its mobile-only subscription plans in Southeast Asia and expanding local content, senior executives told Reuters, just as arch-rival Disne
'I can't forgive her': Employers discover maid allegedly mixing pills with baby's milk, Singapore News,Concerned that their 10-month-old son was underweight, a couple decided to review the CCTV footage in his room — only to discover that their maid had allegedly been drugging the
Should you be stocking up for the coronavirus?, Lifestyle News,As the coronavirus pandemic continues its rapid spread globally and in Singapore, a growing number of governments – including Italy, Spain, Philippines, and Malaysia – have imposed lockdowns like the ones first introduced in Wuhan. Given
Nam Seng Wanton Noodle reopens at new location, still helmed by 92-year-old owner, Lifestyle News,When Leong Yuet Meng, 92, shuttered her wanton noodle stall two years ago, foodies were left devastated. The stall, which was located at Far East Square, was a hot favourite with the Central Business Di
Daily roundup: Work out using toilet rolls if you want to avoid the gym – and other top stories today, Singapore News,Stay in the know with a recap of our top stories today. 1. Work out using toilet rolls and other items from home if you want to avoid the gym during this coronavirus outbreak Here ar
Daily roundup: From dragon boating to skating on stage, Temasek Polytechnic graduates find creative ways to say their goodbyes – and other top stories today, Asia News,Stay in the know with a recap of our top stories today. 1. From dragon boating to skating on stage, Temasek Polytechnic graduates fi
Bei Bei, Washington's eligible bachelor panda, heads to China, World News,WASHINGTON – After a month of preparations and goodbyes, Bei Bei, the Washington National Zoo's most eligible giant panda bachelor, was on his way to China on Tuesday (Nov 19), where scientists hope he will help incr
House tour: A colonial, war and death theme in this art gallery-like BTO flat in Yishun, Singapore News,This unique five-room BTO flat in Yishun belongs to a couple with an interesting art collection. The homeowner, who is in his 50s, designed the home sans an interior designer. \”I call this look Co
'We're human too': Halloween Horror Nights scare actor says visitor screamed in her face non-stop, urges others to be kind, Singapore News,It's understandable that many thrill-seekers are pumped to visit Universal Studios Singapore's (USS) Halloween Horror Nights (HHN) after
Ella Chen, Yvonne Lim and other Asian celebs who wore cute matching CNY outfits with their kids, Lifestyle News,There’s just something really cute about matching family outfits that make for aww-inducing moments, and especially so during festive seasons. From twinning with their kiddos to wearing ma
We walked with a baby T-Rex for 10 minutes and found out how tough it is to be a dinosaur, Lifestyle News,\”I get to wake up and say 'I'm a dinosaur today!\” For Matt Olver, that's the greatest perk of his job. Olver, 43, has been a suit performer for the most part of the last 10 years.
YouTube's Live Redirect is now Twitch's raid feature but better – or so they say, Digital News,YouTube just made available a new version of Live Redirect to streamers on its platform, which now allows channels to not only send their audience from one of their streams or Premiere videos to
Gojek driver mocks Tamil language during dispute with passenger over pickup location, Singapore News,With their Gojek ride nowhere in sight, a passenger called the driver to ask him where he was, only to be taunted with offensive remarks. The passenger, Instagram user Decibels_ilu, posted a video re
Itchy fingers: Woman says manicure gave her blisters and pus, Singapore News,After three long hours of sticking her fingers in and out of an ultraviolet (UV) lamp at a nail salon, Belicia Sun was all pumped to show off her new gel nails during the grand opening of her crystal shop, Illa Nocte. Howev
Wong He calls Taiwan healthcare worker 'murderer', calls police after PCR test leaves him bleeding, Entertainment News,Most of us would have done at least one polymerase chain reaction (PCR) test during the two-year Covid-19 pandemic. While quite uncomfortable, we are left none the worst f
Italian hospital uses CT scan to unveil secrets of Egyptian mummy, World News,BERGAMO, Italy – Ancient Egypt met modern medical technology when a mummy underwent a CT scan at an Italian hospital as part of a research project to discover its secrets. The mummy of Ankhekhonsu, an ancient Egyptian prie
Daily roundup: 5 cluster housing projects with units at $2m or under — and other top stories today, Asia News,Stay in the know with a recap of our top stories today. 1. 5 cluster housing projects with units at $2m or under Cluster housing provide the conveniences (and savings) of communal facilities
Gucci pulls polo neck after 'blackface' claims, World News,PARIS – Gucci pulled a black polo neck sweater from its shops on Thursday (Feb 7) after it sparked comparisons with racially offensive golliwog and \”blackface\” imagery. The \”balaclava jumper\” can be pulled up to the eyes with the m
Doctors scale rockslides, invoke gods to vaccinate Himalayan villages, Asia News,MALANA, India – To visit the Indian village of Malana deep in the Himalayas, a Covid-19 vaccination team scrambled over a landslide that blocked the road the day before, scaled a retaining wall and then began a three-ho
I started planning for my retirement at 25: Here's how I did it, Money News,Retirement planning is such an unsexy phrase. When I think of that, I imagine an old wrinkly person squinting at documents in front of an advisor who is nicely suited up. Yep, something like that. Being a time-starved m
5 stylish Korean actresses to steal WFH outfit ideas from, Lifestyle News,If you’re stuck in a perpetual outfit repeat while you WFH, why not try taking some style inspiration from others? For us, we’re looking at these Korean celebs, simply because they have impeccable fashion sense. Here, we show
Daily roundup: How much is your child's allowance? Parents share how much they give their kids – and other top stories today, Asia News,Stay in the know with a recap of our top stories today. 1. How much is your child's allowance? Parents share how much they give their kids Many parents se
No to Pokemon Go: Sign put up at Japanese Cemetery Park catches netizen's attention , Singapore News,Since it dropped in 2016, mobile game Pokemon Go has been a massive hit in Singapore, with players scouring the island in an attempt to catch them all. Hunting down Pokemons has led some to visi
Singapore to impose sanctions on Russia, will continue to take strong stance against invasion of Ukraine: Vivian Balakrishnan, Singapore News,SINGAPORE – Singapore will impose export controls on items that can be used directly as weapons in Ukraine to inflict harm or to subjugate the Ukrainians, For
7 killed, many injured in blast in Bangladesh, Asia News,DHAKA, June 28 – At least seven people were killed and more than 50 people were injured in an explosion in the Bangladeshi capital late on Sunday (June 27), police said. The cause of the blast, which occurred on the ground floor of a three-sto
Woman, 19, rescued after sitting on 27th-floor ledge of Sengkang HDB block for 3 hours, Singapore News,Residents in Sengkang craned their necks as they watched a rescue take place at an HDB block on Wednesday (April 7) evening. A 19-year-old woman had been sitting on the ledge of the stairwell on th
Daily roundup: A first look at Jeanette Aw's new pastry shop – and other top stories today, Asia News,Stay in the know with a recap of our top stories today. 1. A first look at Jeanette Aw's new pastry shop Behind the glass facade, there’s also what looks like a whimsical art piece of her
5 things to do this week: Nov 15 to 21, 2021, Lifestyle News,The third week of November boasts an exciting array of activities — a development we’ve been long awaiting. From exhibitions about your favourite Disney characters to pottery festivals, thought-provoking dance performances and more, let us
Editor's picks: Sunglasses for every personality, Lifestyle News,The eyes are the windows to the soul, which is why we have to protect them at all costs. The UV rays of the sun not only damage the skin but can also deal a hefty blow to our corneas. Investing in a good pair of sunnies can help p
Saints Row The Third Remastered free this week on Epic Games Store, Digital News,With the announcement of the Saints Row reboot, Epic Games Store is giving away Saints Row The Third Remastered for free. After all, the reboot will only be released on Feb 25, 2022. What better way to make the wait mor
Body mass index may not be the best indicator of our health, how can we improve it?, Lifestyle News,Body mass index or BMI has long been the standard for measuring health. The simple formula is widely used to classify whether our weight falls within a “healthy” range for our height. BMI provides an
God of War: Ragnarok hammers in Nov 9 release date, Digital News,It is now official. Following months of speculation and seemingly no sound, Santa Monica Studio has broken the silence on God Of War: Ragnarok, setting a November 9 release date for the next adventure for Kratos and Atreus. [embed]http
Entrepreneur Shaun Djie is a collector of classic watches across eras, Lifestyle News,Thanks, dad: “I first got into watches 10 years ago, when my dad got me my first automatic timepiece for my 21st birthday. He had an Omega catalogue because he likes the brand, and asked if I wanted anything from i
Argentina VP unharmed after man points gun at her in a crowd, World News,BUENOS AIRES – Argentina's Vice President Cristina Fernandez de Kirchner was unharmed on Thursday (Sept 1) when a man with a loaded gun tried to shoot her but the gun did not go off, officials said. The attack underscores
World Cup stadium stands will be alcohol-free under Qatari curbs: Source, World News,DOHA – Qatar's World Cup stadium stands are set to be alcohol-free, with beer sales outside arenas only allowed before and after some matches, a source with knowledge of plans for the football tournament said.
15-year-old Chinese 'grandma' gets plastic surgery to look her age, China News,It's not every day that a 15-year-old undergoes extensive plastic surgery. But this Chinese teen only had one goal: to look her age. The teenager from Liaoning, identified only as Xiaofeng, first made headl
'Hopefully I'll be able to return to Singapore': Travellers in Europe, Australia and beyond share their anxiety over Omicron, Lifestyle News,When the Vaccinated Travel Lanes (VTL) were announced a few months back, Keith Lim didn't hesitate to book himself a plane ticket. But just
The costs of owning a motorcycle in Singapore, Lifestyle News,Thinking of buying your first motorcycle? There are a few things to consider when planning your finances for motorcycle ownership. Thankfully, we’re here to help guide you through the costs of owning a motorcycle in Singapore. If you’re r
Dramatic footage show foreign worker in Kaki Bukit dorm rescued by flatmates after climbing onto window ledge, Digital News,A series of suspenseful video clips surfaced online last week, depicting a migrant worker at a dormitory in Kaki Bukit standing on the window ledge outside an 8th-floor apartme
Daily roundup: Worker saves child standing on window ledge of Hougang HDB flat — and other top stories today, Singapore News,Stay in the know with a recap of our top stories today. 1. Worker saves child standing on window ledge of Hougang HDB flat The child is seen standing on the ledge outside a fl
Divorce 'on hold' with baby on the way for R.chord Hsieh and mistress-turned-wife, Entertainment News,Taiwanese singer-songwriter R.chord Hsieh is set to become a father. He made the announcement on social media on Wednesday (March 16). The news is surprising to say the least, considering
HP’s virtual showroom lets Singaporeans shop from the comfort of their own homes, Digital News,HP has a new virtual shopping experience for customers spans six countries across Southeast Asia. The company virtual showroom brings HP’s PC and print products to customers as they shop for new tech produ
Leaked Ubisoft free-to-play game reportedly combines its Tom Clancy franchises, Digital News,Splinter Cell is showing up in everything except a new Splinter Cell game. Ubisoft is reportedly combining Tom Clancy’s Splinter Cell, Ghost Recon and The Division game franchises into a single free-to-play
Daily roundup: Govt to table Bill making provisions for holding a safe election amid Covid-19 outbreak – and other top stories today, Asia News,Stay in the know with a recap of our top stories today. 1. Govt to table Bill making provisions for holding a safe election amid Covid-19 outbreak Bill will
Park Min-young a fanatic fangirl? Her fans taught her how, Entertainment News,Having been an idol for the past 13 years, Park Min-young must have found it tough on the other side of the fence, playing a fanatic fangirl in her latest drama, Her Private Life. Luckily, she had her own rabid fans to hel
You can pre-order this 24K gold PlayStation 5 for $15k, Digital News,While we don’t know the exact pricing of the PlayStation 5 yet, Microsoft has been making headlines for the recent price reveal of the Xbox Series S (though maybe not for the best of reasons). But if you’re a little too anxious to
Samsung's Lee leaves behind US$21b wealth for inheritance, Money News,SEOUL – Lee Kun-hee, South Korea’s richest person and chairman of Samsung Electronics Co, died on Sunday, leaving behind considerable assets subject to be potentially inherited by his surviving family as well as inheritance t
US senators call for intelligence probe into TikTok, Digital News,US Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer and Senator Tom Cotton on Wednesday asked intelligence officials to investigate whether the popular Chinese-owned app TikTok poses national security risks. In a letter to Joseph Maguire, acting
US condemns 'barbaric' attack on Ukraine children's hospital, World News,LVIV, Ukraine – Ukrainian's president accused Russia of carrying out genocide after officials said Russian aircraft bombed a children's hospital on Wednesday (March 9), burying patients in rubble despit
Daily roundup: Singaporean says pickpockets stole $1,700 and credit cards from her at Bangkok's Erawan Shrine – and other top stories today, Singapore News,1. Singaporean says pickpockets stole $1,700 and credit cards from her at Bangkok's Erawan Shrine A Singaporean tourist lost $1,700 in
From aerospace to photography, content creator YK shares how he finds creativity in everyday life, Lifestyle News,All it took was a little bit of curiosity and now, eight years later, content creator Lee Yik Keat has over 1.1 million followers (and growing) on Instagram. Popularly known as YK, Yik K
Omega-3 oils boost attention as much as ADHD drugs in some children, Lifestyle News,Omega-3 fish oil supplements can improve attention in children with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) just as much as drug treatments, but only in those whose blood levels of omega-3 are low, trial resu
Upper Bukit Timah twins' deaths: Father handed second murder charge, Singapore News,SINGAPORE – The father of the 11-year-old twin boys who were found dead in a canal in Upper Bukit Timah was slapped with a second murder charge on Friday morning (Feb 18). Xavier Yap Jung Houn, 48, is now also a
10 birthday deals to enjoy in Singapore to celebrate your special day, Lifestyle News,Another year older, another year wiser. About scoring the best deals, we mean. Birthdays call for a major pamper sesh, but that doesn't mean you've got to splash out. Check out these birthday deals in Sin
Grab Ratchet & Clank for free as part of PlayStation's 2021 #PlayAtHome initiative, Digital News,PlayStation is kicking off their #PlayAtHome initiative in March as thanks to the community and the world for working hard during this COVID-19 pandemic. The campaign that was first announced last y
'Ivory store' which caused outrage in Singapore is part of wildlife group WWF's campaign to raise awareness, Singapore News,SINGAPORE – A Singapore online store which claimed to sell \”vintage\” ivory has drawn outrage from hundreds online, but it has turned out to be part of a World Wi
Daily roundup: SBS bus captain helps python cross road safely – and other top stories today, Asia News,Stay in the know with a recap of our top stories today. 1. SBS bus captain helps python cross road safely Most would have stepped on the accelerator and sped away from this scene, but not Avtar – h
Daily roundup: Why PM Lee Hsien Loong's Nehru comments hit a raw nerve in India — and other top stories today, Asia News,Stay in the know with a recap of our top stories today. 1. Why PM Lee Hsien Loong's Nehru comments hit a raw nerve in India “I was surprised at why he should comment at
Baffled investors fear nothing's off limits in China regulatory crackdown, Money News,SHANGHAI/SINGAPORE, Aug 3 – Bewildered investors in China's tech sector scrambled once again from regulators on Tuesday (Aug 3), fearing that a state media story that likened internet gaming to opium sign
The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power uses practical effects and has female orcs, Entertainment News,Amazon's The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power will go back to Peter Jackson's original trilogy by relying predominantly on practical effects and prosthetics instead of computer-gen
11.11 sale in Singapore – 10 online shopping deals for Singles' Day, Lifestyle News,With the Singles Day 11.11 sales, Black Friday and Cyber Monday all falling in the same month, November is pretty much THE month to go shopping. And I don’t mean just your usual retail therapy — it’s also right
Coronavirus dampens celebrations in China's wedding gown city, China News,SUZHOU, China – Store windows in the five-storey Huqiu Wedding Dress mall in the Chinese city of Suzhou gleam with the reflection from rows and rows of elaborate gowns to entice potential buyers. But there are few shopper
Man, 73, dies after being dragged 30m by taxi along North Bridge Road, Singapore News,A man's nightly supper trip at a nearby coffee shop went awry when a taxi hit the man, and then allegedly dragged him for 30m along North Bridge Road. The 73-year-old man, who used a walking stick, was crossin
Pfizer, BioNTech say Covid-19 booster shot showed high efficacy in large study, World News,BERLIN – A booster dose of the Covid-19 vaccine developed by Pfizer Inc and German partner BioNTech SE was 95.6 per cent effective against the coronavirus when compared to a vaccinated group that did not get t
Pope freed by firemen after getting stuck in Vatican lift, World News,VATICAN CITY – Pope Francis said Sunday (Sept 1) he was late to his weekly Angelus prayer because he had been stuck in a Vatican elevator and had to be freed by firemen. He followed the tale of his rescue with a surprise announcem
Funimation's Robotech Blu-ray remaster on pre-order now, starts streaming this fall, Digital News,The popular anime series about towering mechas will soon be landing on Funimation in the United States. Japanese title Robotech is set to stream on the platform this fall, with plenty of massive ro
Jordan Chan faces jail for photo of his ballot paper, Entertainment News,When the world has gone digital, it's so instinctive for us to take out our phones and snap a picture. But that could prove to be a major faux pas for Hong Kong actor-singer Jordan Chan, who could be slapped with a fine an
Crippled Singapore-registered ship at risk of sinking off Sri Lanka, Singapore News,A cargo ship carrying tonnes of chemicals is sinking off Sri Lanka's west coast, the country's government and navy said on Wednesday (June 2), in one of Sri Lanka's worst-ever marine disasters. The Sin
GE2020: Want your vote counted? Here's what you shouldn't do, Singapore News,With Polling Day approaching in less than a week, voters may have many questions on their minds: Who am I voting for? Where do I go to vote? What happens if I don't vote? If you're a first-timer voter, c
Crypto mining rigs discovered in NUS UTown hostel, student asked to remove equipment, Singapore News,While some students take up part-time jobs such as as tutoring or waiting tables to supplement their allowance, others have found more innovative albeit riskier ways to earn that extra income. On Apr
Daily roundup: Couple overhauls 2-storey Jalan Besar penthouse – and other top stories today, Singapore News,Stay in the know with a recap of our top stories today. 1. Couple overhauls 2-storey Jalan Besar penthouse, converts master bedroom into bar with beer-on-tap IT professional Lendl Chong (47)
New Year power couple revealed: T-ara's Hyomin and football star Hwang Ui-jo, Entertainment News,T-ara's Hyomin and football star Hwang Ui-jo are the power couple of 2022 that everyone's been waiting for. However, many South Korean pop culture fans who were waiting for Dispatch's
Bezos, Branson and Musk: Who is winning the space tourism race?, World News,July 6 – Three billionaire entrepreneurs – Jeff Bezos, Elon Musk, and Richard Branson – are each vying to usher in a new era of private commercial space travel. Here is how their rival ventures compare in the race to open up
'Give them a chance': Marina One restaurant that employs youths with disabilities faces thin crowds, Lifestyle News,Malls and eateries that are as deserted as ghost towns have become quite a common sight during the pandemic. Nevertheless, the sight of one empty restaurant in Marina One man
Snag 20% Off the M2 Pro MacBook Pro,Apple’s powerhouse laptop is getting a good discount in today’s deal. The 14-inch MacBook Pro with M2 Pro chip, 16GB memory, and 1TB SSD is down to just …
Best money changers in Singapore (2020) – 13 places to go for good exchange rates, Lifestyle News,Given how “travel” seems to be everyone’s #1 pastime, Singaporeans should be really savvy when it comes to finding money changers in Singapore who offer the best exchange rates, right? Yet there are so
Students to receive free sanitiser, reusable face shields from Temasek Foundation, Singapore News,All pre-school and primary school students going back to school after the circuit breaker ends on June 2 will receive a face shield in place of face masks, Temasek Foundation announced Monday (May 25).
Financial minimalism: How to spend less and live more, Money News,Ever wished you had more time and money to spend on things you truly enjoy? I sure do. But in order to lead a happier life, we have to take intentional steps towards those goals. “Money doesn’t buy happiness” as they say, but having m
Ho Ching goes from 'chill' mode to poet of water, Singapore News,Ho Ching, the serial Facebook sharer who also happens to be the Prime Minister's wife, is something of a poet. From time to time, she would accompany one of her gazillion posts with her literary awakening, usually touchi
Dacia Bigster concept unveiled as no-frills SUV, Lifestyle News,Dacia has unveiled the Bigster concept as part of Renault Groupe’s “Renaulution” strategy. The new strategy will see Dacia increasing efficiencies thanks to new integrations with Lada, and rolling out three new models by 2025. There wil
Samsung brings 128GB Galaxy S21 and S21+, Mystic Navy Tab S7 series, and Rose Gold Galaxy Watch Active2 to Singapore, Digital News,If you've been holding out on getting a recent flagship Galaxy device, Samsung has you covered with even more options. We'll take you through the new additions
Trump's Truth Social app set for release on Monday in Apple App Store: Executive, Digital News,SAN FRANCISCO – Former United States president Donald Trump's new social media venture, Truth Social, appears set to launch in Apple's App Store on Monday (Feb 21), according to posts from a
Daily roundup: How much do you really need to buy your first condominium – and other top stories today, Singapore News,Stay in the know with a recap of our top stories today. 1. How much do you really need to buy your first condominium in Singapore? Here's all the information you need about tha
Chinese woman finds mites living in eyelashes due to poor makeup removal habits, China News,If you're guilty of not removing your makeup before flopping into bed, it's time you grab those cleansing oils and give your face a good scrub. Liu, a 32-year-old woman from Hubei, China, had been e
Xbox chief Phil Spencer confirms that Halo: Infinite is on track to its holiday 2021 release, Digital News,Despite being one of the most hotly anticipated next-gen console shooters of 2020, most of us can definitely recall that Halo: Infinite didn't pass its first job interview with flying colo
Malaysian designer behind swole Pokemon sees work ripped off and sold for profit, Digital News,When it comes to 3D printing and designs, the community has been able to pull off amazing custom designs simply with the will of imagination. Creating custom works based on their favourite IPs such as Poké
September school holiday activities for the family at Science Centre Singapore, Lifestyle News,This Saturday (5 Sept) marks the start of the much-awaited September school holidays! Parents who are seeking to entertain their kids, look no further as the Science Centre Singapore is bringing up a lineu
'Am I the a****** for interrupting my husband's livestream after he forgot to change our daughter's diaper?', Lifestyle News,\”Am I the a******?\” One woman recently took to Reddit for advice after scolding her husband during a livestream when she found out he had neglected their d
These nude eyeshadow palettes come with pretty, complementary colours to elevate your makeup, Lifestyle News,Nude makeup is often thought of as the quiet folks at a party – pleasant, but not terribly exciting. Well, not anymore. Going by these latest eyeshadow palettes, nude colours are no longer pu
A checklist if you plan on driving into Malaysia, Lifestyle News,On April 1, our land borders with Malaysia will finally reopen after two years. Time to reunite with friends and relatives, makan to our stomach’s content, and satiate our long-suppressed wanderlust. The best part: unlike taking flight
How much it costs to be a part of a wedding in SG, Lifestyle News,When we think about the money we spend to attend a wedding, we think about the amount we tuck inside a cash envelope. But there's a lot more costs behind attending an event like that-they're just not very explicit. So we
The New Industrial Style: 7 homes in Singapore that underwent an Industrial Revolution, Lifestyle News,Back in 2018, we started a poll to ask you guys if the industrial style was still in or it was out. Dominating our shores for a rather large number of years with a peak around 2015-16, the once-pop
US to delay China tariff increase after 'substantial progress' in trade talks: Trump, World News,WASHINGTON – The United States is delaying a planned increase of tariffs on more than US$200 billion (S$270 billion) in Chinese exports after \”substantial progress\” made in trade talks, Preside
Saints Row (PC) preview: It's good to be back in the Boss' seat, Digital News,Gorgeous open-world? Check. Punchy, satisfying combat? Check. Brutal, reputation-melting sass? Double check with a cherry on top. With the upcoming Saints Row reboot scheduled for release on Aug 23, it's onl
Couple saves elderly man who fell into sea at Changi Beach, wife breaks down after finding out why he was there, Singapore News,Sometimes, you just happen to be at the right place at the right time. What was supposed to be a relaxing day out at the beach for one couple in Singapore turned out to be
'Stay at home': Son's urgent call after elderly dad dies from Covid-19 in London, World News,Emphasised time and again in news and media outlets, well-meaning words of advice by health professionals, fellow friends, loved ones and more, the message is clear: Stay at home. \”People need
How to spot fake ads and avoid getting scammed while shopping online, Lifestyle News,If you’re a 20-something millennial who has never shopped online, wow, you’re a rare breed. Online shopping is so common nowadays because 1) we are too busy hustling to visit brick-and-mortar stores regularly, 2) it
AstraZeneca antibody drug important as preventive Covid-19 therapy: Executive, World News,FRANKFURT – An AstraZeneca senior executive said on Monday (Oct 11) the drugmaker's Covid-19 antibody cocktail would have a \”real advantage\” in preventing the coronavirus infection compared with use as a t
I partied continuously for 45 hours on It's The Ship, because sleep is for the weak, Lifestyle News,It's no secret that I love partying. Just ask anybody who watches my Instagram stories. By extension, that means I also love music festivals. Any excuse to party, right? Which is why it came
Schooled by love: Singaporean couple returns to secondary school for wedding shoot, Lifestyle News,In life, everyone wishes that they can have do-overs. Don't you wish you can travel back in time and improve your cherished memories? Like not acting like a babbling idiot on your first date with
Japanese worker sues company president for shoving his face into boiling hotpot as a 'prank', Asia News,A former employee at a Japanese entertainment company is suing its president after suffering serious burns when he was pushed face-first into a boiling pot of soup during a company event
This auntie accessory is making a comeback and we're here for it, Lifestyle News,Pearl barrettes and hair clips that screamed \”WERK\” or \”QUEEN\” have had their time in the social media limelight. But if what the fash pack comprising Bella Hadid, Kendall Jenner and Hailey Bieber are wearing is an
Insurance agency plays along with memes after staff gets called out for getting name wrong thrice, Digital News,It can be a little infuriating when people are unable to spell or pronounce your name right. So imagine how one Facebook user felt when an employee of an insurance agency misspelt his name
Feuding princes to reunite for unveiling of Diana statue in London, World News,LONDON, June 28 – Britain's feuding princes, William and Harry, will put their differences aside on Thursday (June 24) to attend the unveiling of a statue to their late mother Princess Diana on what would have been h
Thai army chief tearfully apologises for mass shooting by soldier, Asia News,Thailand's army chief apologised on Tuesday for a rogue soldier, whose 19-hour shooting rampage killed 29 people and wounded 57 over the weekend, stunning the country. At times wiping away tears, Thai Army Chief Genera
Audi zooms past red light at Lentor Avenue, narrowly misses pedestrian, Singapore News,A woman had a narrow escape when a red Audi came within inches of hitting her at a pedestrian crossing at Lentor Avenue. The incident occurred on Thursday (Dec 30) at 3.31pm at the traffic light before Lentor Resi
Daily roundup: China reports first human case of H10N3 bird flu — and other top stories today, China News,Stay in the know with a recap of our top stories today. 1. China reports first human case of H10N3 bird flu A 41-year-old man in China's eastern province of Jiangsu has been confirmed as th
This family camp lets you relive your army days, Lifestyle News,Time to apply leave and spend some quality time with the fam! If you're looking for an option that doesn't require you to haul everyone out of Singapore, check out Camp 1N – a 2D1N family friendly experience by the Singapore D
No joke: Wedding guests in India continue eating as fire rages behind them, Asia News,Keep calm and carry on. That's exactly what these two men did as it seems like nothing will get in the way of them enjoying their wedding feast. In a Facebook video shared by Indian Fire Service on Monday (Nov
Facebook and bitcoin must face banking rules, says Trump, Digital News,WASHINGTON – US President Donald Trump on Thursday criticised Bitcoin, Facebook's proposed Libra digital coin and other cryptocurrencies and demanded that companies seek a banking charter and make themselves subject to US an
Omicron cannot escape T cells; boosters protect households from Omicron, World News,The following is a summary of some recent studies on Covid-19. They include research that warrants further study to corroborate the findings and that has yet to be certified by peer review. Omicron cannot escape body
HDB BTO launches in 2020 (for Aug and Nov), Money News,Get ready, because new HDB BTO launches are coming! This time, 8 projects, an estimated 7,820 new units, spread over 11 locations across Singapore will be up for sale in Aug 2020. The launch in August will feature 8 projects, namely Choa Chu Kan
This made my day: Migrant worker crawls inside drain to help retrieve woman's AirPods despite heavy rain, Singapore News,Replacing an AirPods Pro isn't cheap – it's $379, mind you – so Elaine Liu's heart must have sunk when one of her wireless earbuds fell into a drain when she b
'Goodbyes are not forever': Cake Spade bids farewell before its tenth anniversary, Lifestyle News,For the most part, an anniversary is a joyous occasion meant for celebration. Cake Spade was due to celebrate its tenth anniversary in April 2023. But festivities at this dessert shop located
Daily roundup: Dream Cruises' World Dream to cease operations; company currently assessing its ability to offer refunds — and other top stories today, World News,Stay in the know with a recap of our top stories today. 1. Dream Cruises' World Dream to cease operations; company currently ass
Taobao launches new ranking system to better promote young creative entrepreneurs, Digital News,Anyone who loves to partake in online shopping will be more than familiar with Chinese e-commerce platform Taobao. One can find almost anything they need there, from clothes, to makeup, to even treats for
HTC comes out of hibernation, teases June 2020 phone launch, Digital News,Remember Taiwanese smartphone and VR headset brand HTC? The last time we've looked into a phone by them was in 2017 when the HTC U11 had squeezable sides. They've followed up with a 2018 flagship refresh – the HTC U1
Can't wait for Karen's Diner? Singapore TikTokers 'audition' for rudest diner possibly coming to town, Singapore News,As soon as the news that Karen's Diner might be coming to town broke on Monday (Aug 29), some Singaporeans couldn't help but imagine what it's like
Daily roundup: Indonesian court sentences teacher to death for raping 13 students — and other top stories today, Asia News,Stay in the know with a recap of our top stories today. 1. Indonesian court sentences teacher to death for raping 13 students An Indonesian court handed down a death sentence on
