Refrigerator buying guide: How to choose a fridge in Singapore, Lifestyle News,Ask anyone what is the most important electrical appliance at home and chances are, they’ll say that it’s the air-con. While we don’t doubt that claim given Singapore’s never ending summer, there’s actually one really cri
New Zealand to start easing Covid-19 border restrictions, World News,WELLINGTON – New Zealand said on Thursday (Oct 28) it would ease coronavirus border restrictions that have been in place since March 2020, and move to a system of home isolation for fully vaccinated overseas arrivals from early nex
Can you spot this 20-year-old Bishan flat's secret bathroom?, Singapore News,It goes without saying that a resale apartment – one that hasn't been renovated in 20 years – would be in dire need of a total makeover. However, that wasn't the only reason why Ken Pua, the owner of this 5-r
Putin accuses Ukraine of Crimea bridge blast, calls it terrorism, World News,KYIV – Russian President Vladimir Putin accused Ukraine of orchestrating what he called a terrorist attack on a key bridge linking Russia and Crimea, as he prepared to hold a meeting of his security council on Monday (Oct 1
13 dead in Vietnam highrise apartment fire , Asia News,HANOI – Thirteen people were killed and several injured when a fire broke out at an apartment complex in Vietnam's southern commercial hub of Ho Chi Minh City early Friday (March 23), authorities said. The fire in the Carina Plaza high-rise
Indian girl, 11, raped by 17 men over weeks, Asia News,NEW DELHI – Indian police said on Tuesday (July 17) that 17 men have been arrested for allegedly raping an 11-year-old girl over several weeks, in the country's latest horrific sexual assault case. The girl, who has a hearing disability, wa
Sam Mendes' Empire of Light a love letter to movies and his mother, Entertainment News,LONDON – Oscar-winning director Sam Mendes celebrates cinema and the families we choose and that choose us with his new film Empire of Light, a star-studded drama he wrote, directed and produced. A love story
Shanghai says China's worst Covid-19 outbreak under 'effective control', China News,SHANGHAI — Shanghai said on Friday (May 6) it has brought China's worst outbreak of Covid-19 under effective control following a month-long lockdown of nearly 25 million people, with authorities v
At least 18 killed in Baghdad explosion: Source, World News,BAGHDAD – At least 18 people were killed and over 90 wounded in an explosion in Baghdad's Sadr City district on Wednesday (June 6), an Iraqi police source said. Photos from the scene showed a destroyed car and building as well as weepi
The DIY workshop directory in Singapore, Lifestyle News,How good is it to have something unique in your home and to be able to say that you made it yourself? After being sidelined by decades of rapid economic growth, the culture of making is slowly coming back to Singapore. Thanks to collaborations
Former Accenture Singapore chair Teo Lay Lim to helm SPH Media Group as CEO, Singapore News,Ms Teo Lay Lim, former chairman of IT services and consulting firm Accenture Singapore, will be the new chief executive of SPH Media Group. A statement from SPH Media Trust on Monday (Feb 7) said she will tak
Singtel remodels old payphone booths into Unboxed Lite stations with free 5G-powered Wi-Fi, Digital News,Need Wi-Fi in a pinch? Or a quick three-minute call? Perhaps you'd like to get a top-up for your Singtel prepaid cards? Singtel has all of that covered – with air-conditioning, no less – at
British police investigating reports of suspicious package near Gherkin building, World News,LONDON – British police said they were investigating reports of a suspicious package in the City of London on Friday (March 23) and had put cordons in place near the building known as the Gherkin. \”We'v
NDP 2019 fireworks – free viewing spots and cheap staycations under $300, Lifestyle News,Depending on how much you love Singapore, you might or might not really care about the National Day holiday (9 Aug). But the one thing everybody loves – regardless of race, language, religion or patriotism – is
Outrage after koala found screwed to pole in Australia, World News,SYDNEY – A dead koala has been found screwed to a pole in Australia in a \”sickening\” act that sparked outrage Thursday on social media. Koala Rescue Queensland (KRQ) responded to a report of one of the furry animals climbing a picnic
South Korea parents protest over student vaccine pass mandate, Asia News,SEOUL – Several parents associations in South Korea held protests on Thursday (Dec 9) against a vaccine pass mandate for children aimed at containing the spread of Covid-19 among teenagers. From February, those aged 12 or older
Fishy business: 'Fish drops from sky', hits car at Tampines, Singapore News,It has been raining cats and dogs in Singapore lately, but according to one motorist, it rained fish as well. A fish apparently fell from above and hit a vehicle before bouncing onto the road in Tampines on Oct 3.
Nine injured in blast in The Hague caused by gas leak, World News,THE HAGUE, Netherlands – A gas leak led to an explosion in the Hague that injured nine people when part of their apartment building collapsed, the Dutch city's fire department said on Sunday. In a statement, the Hague fire depart
US anti-abortion film a surprise box office success, Entertainment News,A movie produced by a Christian studio about a former employee of an organisation that provides abortions who became a \”pro-life\” activist is proving to be a surprising box office hit. \”Unplanned,\” which was released in theatres
Planning to enrol your toddler in enrichment classes? Read this first, Lifestyle News,It's a competitive world out there and parents want their children to be prepared to face any obstacle, come what may. As the adage goes, preparation requires planning. You should start early to make the most
Kim Kardashian and Pete Davidson rent an entire movie theatre for a date night, Entertainment News,The Saturday Night Live star has been showing his new girlfriend his favourite places near his Staten Island home, and over the weekend, the pair enjoyed a private screening of House of Gucci at the At
US charges Proud Boys with conspiracy in Capitol assault that turned deadly, World News,WASHINGTON – A federal grand jury charged four leaders of the far-right Proud Boys with conspiring to block Congress from certifying US President Joe Biden’s election on the day of a deadly assault on the Capitol
How to listen to your loved ones with empathy when you yourself are feeling the strain of social distancing, Lifestyle News,Covid-19 has revealed a great many things about our world, including the vulnerabilities inherent in our economic, health care and educational institutions. The pandemic and th
Bombing of school in Ukraine kills 2, dozens more feared dead: Governor, World News,Two people have been killed in the Russian bombing of a school in the Ukrainian village of Bilohorivka and the 60 who remain under the debris are feared dead, Serhiy Gaidai, governor of the Luhansk region, said on Su
Netflix Games talks Ubisoft partnership as it expands gaming options for all audiences, Digital News,In the streaming world, Netflix is undoubtedly one of the biggest platforms for consumers around the world. Be it seasonal shows, movies, or limited series, there is definitely something for everyone
URA launches residential sites at Jalan Tembusu and Lentor Hills Road for sale, Money News,URA announced on Thursday Sept 30 that they have launched residential sites at Jalan Tembusu and Lentor Hills Road (Parcels A and B) for sale. All three sites have a lease period of 99 years. Location Jalan Te
Shaw Theatres Nex closes after ventilation duct falls through ceiling during Tenet screening, Singapore News,Local cinemas are open to the public once again with precautionary measures taken. But hazard arrived in another form earlier today (Aug 30) for moviegoers at Shaw Theatres Nex. Attendees wat
China 'waterfall' skyscraper hit by torrent of ridicule, China News,BEIJING: A skyscraper in southwest China that boasts what its owner calls the world's largest man-made waterfall has become the latest example of over-the-top architecture to draw national ridicule. The tower in the c
Car overturns in accident with taxi at Robinson Road, cabby taken to hospital, Singapore News,A 62-year-old cabby was taken to hospital after he was involved in an accident with a car along Robinson Road on Wednesday morning (Nov 6). Stompers alerted Stomp to the accident and shared photos that were
Britain reaffirms Asia 'tilt' as new warship makes Singapore stop, Singapore News,SINGAPORE – Britain's new aircraft carrier the HMS Queen Elizabeth made a stop in Singapore on Monday (Oct 11), part of a move to reassert itself globally and boost its military presence in Asia amid ris
Futuristic mushroom? All-glass House of Music blooms in Budapest park, Lifestyle News,BUDAPEST – With its serrated glass walls and perforated roof that allows natural light to permeate its halls, Budapest's futuristic new concert hall aims to create harmony between nature and music, giving visi
