Deal alert: The Black Friday 2021 edition, Digital News,Black Friday and Cyber Monday (BFCM) marks the shopping period in between Thanksgiving and Christmas, where savvy shoppers would snag the best buys at crazy discounts and have the items ready before the gift-giving season. In its modern incarna
Selena Gomez hospitalised for anxiety: What you need to know about the condition, Health News,Recently, 26-year-old pop star Selena Gomez had been reportedly seeking mental health treatment at a US facility after going through an \”emotional breakdown.\” Selena was hospitalised twice in the past few w
9 simple, random acts of kindness to celebrate World Kindness Day, Lifestyle News,Nov 13 marks the annual World Kindness Day, a global 24-hour celebration dedicated to paying it forward and spreading positive vibes. Kindness begets kindness and everyone can help in making the world a kinder and bett
Some 30% of global tree species at risk of extinction: Report, World News,AsiaOne has launched EarthOne, a new section dedicated to environmental issues — because we love the planet and we believe science. Find articles like this there. Sept 1 – Almost a third of the world's tree species are at
Rebates for clean cars and penalties for pollutive cars to increase next year, Singapore News,SINGAPORE – Rebates on the purchase of cleaner cars will be increased by $5,000 from Jan 1 next year to Dec 31, 2022 under the Vehicular Emissions Scheme (VES). Cleaner taxis will have their rebates increas
North Korea's Kim getting treatment after cardiovascular procedure: Report, Asia News,SEOUL – South Korean and Chinese officials on Tuesday cast doubt on reports North Korean leader Kim Jong Un was ill after media outlets said he had undergone a cardiovascular procedure and was in \”grave danger
Most Japanese don't want foreign fans to attend Olympics: Poll, Asia News,TOKYO – Most Japanese do not want international spectators to attend the Tokyo Games this summer amid fears a large influx of visitors could spark a resurgence in new coronavirus infections, a Yomiuri newspaper poll showe
East Coast plan meme gets turned into $2 stickers for donation drive, raises $1,000 for charity, Digital News,Exactly two weeks ago, the nation watched one of the funniest occurrences of GE2020 on TV: Deputy Prime Minister Heng Swee Keat’s all-encompassing plan for East Coast GRC on Nomination Day.
Where's the beef? McDonald's, Wendy's are sued over burger sizes, World News,NEW YORK — Justin Chimienti thought the Big Mac he bought at McDonald's and the Bourbon Bacon Cheeseburger he bought at Wendy's would be as big and juicy as advertised. He says they were not, and no
Kylie Jenner 'wants to expand brood', Entertainment News,Kylie Jenner is reportedly keen to give her daughter Stormi Webster a sibling soon. The 'Keeping Up with the Kardashians' star welcomed her first child with rapper boyfriend Travis Scott, Stormi Webster, in February, and an
Singaporeans should work hard to change attitudes of race bias for PM: Lawrence Wong, Singapore News,SINGAPORE – A Singaporean of a minority race who wants to be prime minister should be aware of attitudes and realities on the ground — that a significant proportion of Singaporeans are more comfortab
Macau gambling king Stanley Ho dies aged 98, China News,HONG KONG – Macau gambling king Stanley Ho, who built a business empire from scratch in the former Portuguese colony and became one of Asia's richest men, died on Tuesday at the age of 98, state broadcaster China Central Television (CCTV)
US social media firms say they are removing violent content faster, Digital News,Major US social media firms told a Senate panel Wednesday they are doing more to prevent violent or extremist content from online platforms in the wake of several high-profile incidents, focusing on using more technolog
No more nut rage: Activist fund takes on family-controlled Korean Air, Asia News,SEOUL – Days after photographs of broken windows and smashed china hit the newsstands revealing a Christmas Day family squabble in the home of Korean Air's late patriarch, an activist fund received an unsolicited o
Sanofi, GSK variant-specific Covid-19 shot found effective against Omicron, World News,PARIS/LONDON — Late-stage data on an experimental Covid-19 vaccine from Sanofi and GSK shows the shot confers protection against the Omicron variant of the virus, the companies said on Friday (June 24). The bivale
Chip designer ARM's supply halt, Panasonic disengagement deal fresh blow to Huawei, Digital News,LONDON – British chip designer ARM halted relations with Huawei to comply with a United States blockade of the company, potentially crippling the Chinese telecom company's ability to make new c
Lighted fishing nets may save sharks, sea turtles from accidental entrapment, World News,AsiaOne has launched EarthOne, a new section dedicated to environmental issues — because we love the planet and we believe science. Find articles like this there. Fishing nets that glow green with LED lights may
Sonos customers up in arms over move to stop updates for older speakers, Digital News,Sonos Inc is facing a social media firestorm after the wireless speaker pioneer decided to stop software updates for some of its older products. Hours after the company made the announcement here on Tuesday, custom
'Return our money!' Evergrande investors protest at office of Chinese developer, China News,GUANGZHOU – Investors in financial products issued by China Evergrande Group protested outside the cash-strapped company's offices in Guangzhou on Tuesday (Jan 4), with many worried that their
Thailand hopes to welcome tourists to Bangkok, top cities next month, Asia News,BANGKOK – Thailand plans to reopen Bangkok and other key destinations to foreign tourists next month, officials said on Thursday (Sept 9), aiming to revive its battered travel industry after indications the number of new
Shanghai residents rush to stock up as second stage of lockdown looms, China News,SHANGHAI – Residents in the western districts of Shanghai rushed to stock up on groceries on Thursday (March 31) as they braced to go under lockdown, as the city's authorities issued an appeal for continued cooper
How much does it cost to renew your car in Singapore?, Lifestyle News,Car prices in Singapore seem to be heading only in one direction these days – upwards, prompting car owners to seek alternative ways to moderate the cost of owning a car. One option is to continue driving your car for as long as i
Malaysian lawmakers call for probe after teen reportedly jumped to death after Instagram poll, Malaysia News,KUALA LUMPUR – Malaysian lawmakers on Wednesday (May 15) called on the authorities to investigate reports of a teenager who allegedly jumped to her death after asking her social media followe
Moderna's new booster produces stronger response against Omicron, World News,Moderna Inc said on Wednesday (June 8) a new version of its coronavirus vaccine produced a better immune response against Omicron than the original shot, as the drugmaker pursues a booster against a surge in infections
What you need to know about passing on your wealth through property, Money News,Maybe you own a condominium or an HDB flat and you want to think about how you're going to leave that property to the next generation. Will you need a will, a family trust or life estate? Maybe you're a foreign
Mercedes-Benz's Vision EQXX exceeds target of driving 1,000km with single charge on first try, Lifestyle News,Unveiled at CES 2022 earlier this year, the Mercedes-Benz Vision EQXX has just completed its first shakedown on public roads. When it was announced, Mercedes-Benz said the Vision EQXX w
Japan to double daily foreign arrivals in June; most exempt from Covid-19 testing, Asia News,TOKYO – Japan plans to double its daily number of foreigners entering the country up to 20,000 from next month, the top government spokesman said on Friday (May 20). Chief Cabinet Secretary Hirokazu Matsuno
Singapore's Shopee changes the game in Brazil's e-commerce sector, Money News,Sea Ltd's Shopee took just two years to become Brazil's most-downloaded shopping app, winning users to its low-cost marketplace with its game-changing approach to e-commerce: in-app mini-games offering
200,000 migrant workers get special Hari Raya Puasa meal, Singapore News,SINGAPORE – Some 200,000 migrant workers living in dormitories were given a special lunch menu, including mutton biryani and chicken chop rice, to celebrate Hari Raya Puasa on Sunday (May 24). Workers in 58 places across the is
Tightening in focus as Singapore's August inflation stays elevated, Money News,SINGAPORE – Singapore's key consumer price gauge rose again in August at its fastest pace in more than 13 years, official data showed on Friday, driving market expectations the central bank will consider another
Telehealth apps see post-Covid focus on mental wellbeing, Digital News,LISBON – Demand for online mental health care will be a priority in the post-Covid world, bosses of telehealth apps say, after lockdowns took a toll on people's wellbeing and requests for virtual appointments skyrocketed. \”T
Colorado study underlines dangers of edible marijuana, Health News,The number of emergency-room visits linked to cannabis in one hospital in the first US state to completely legalise its use tripled within a few years, according to a study that points to the dangers of ingesting the drug. Colorado l
Alcohol responsible for 1 in 20 deaths worldwide: WHO, Health News,Alcohol kills three million people worldwide each year — more than AIDS, violence and road accidents combined, the World Health Organisation said Friday, adding that men are particularly at risk. The UN health agency's latest r
How much savings do you need to retire in Singapore?, Money News,I’ll start this article by saying there’s probably no correct answer as to the amount “the average person” needs to retire in Singapore. We are not all robots living identical lives. Some people are happy with just hitting the CPF basi
Hackers leak 37GB of data allegedly containing the source code for Bing, Cortana, and other Microsoft projects, Digital News,The Lapsus$ hacking group is at it again. Just weeks after claiming to be behind the 190GB leak of data allegedly from Samsung, they are now claiming to be responsible for a 3
GE2020 results: PAP's Sitoh Yih Pin wins Potong Pasir SMC with 60.69% of votes over SPP's Jose Raymond , Singapore News,[UPDATED: July 11, 1.35am] Results for Potong Pasir SMC for GE2020 Sitoh Yih Pin (PAP) 60.69% Jose Raymond (SPP) 39.31% PAP'S Sitoh Yih Pin has won Potong Pasir SMC
Sick as a dog? Pets often catch Covid-19 from humans, study finds, World News,AMSTERDAM – If you think you have Covid-19, it might be best to stay away from your pets, says the author of a Dutch study that found a surprising number of dogs and cats may be getting infected. \”About one out of five pet
Taiwan prepares for earlier end of Covid quarantine rules for arrivals, Asia News,Taiwan is eyeing an earlier end to its mandatory quarantine for all arrivals and has been making relevant preparations, Premier Su Tseng-chang said on Friday (Sept 16), as the government continued to ease controls put
Accept chicken parts instead of whole chicken, urge importers, Singapore News,SINGAPORE – Chicken importers facing a Malaysian export ban that kicks in from June 1 are urging their clients to accept whatever parts – such as breast or wing – are available, rather than order the whole bird. For their
2 blue-chip companies for your retirement portfolio, Money News,When it comes to your retirement, having peace of mind is a top priority. After spending almost half a lifetime working, it’s great to be able to look forward to your golden years. Having a robust retirement portfolio can help you get t
Margot Robbie picking up French and the banjo during self-isolation, Entertainment News,Margot Robbie is to receive banjo lessons from Marcus Mumford. The Suicide Squad actress has taken up the musical instrument while quarantining at home amid the coronavirus pandemic, and after revealing her new h
Japan researchers say ozone effective in neutralising coronavirus, Asia News,TOKYO – Japanese researchers said on Wednesday (Aug 26) that low concentrations of ozone can neutralise coronavirus particles, potentially providing a way for hospitals to disinfect examination rooms and waiting areas. Scie
Millions of masks stockpiled in Canada's Ontario expired before coronavirus hit, World News,TORONTO – Millions of face masks stockpiled by Ontario in the aftermath of the SARS outbreak to protect healthcare workers during a future epidemic have expired, according to provincial officials and doc
How freelancers can manage their finances like a pro, Money News,Coffee meetings at 11am, yoga sessions in-between conference calls, attending networking/Zoom drinks daily, this is the life you imagine as a freelancer. While calling your own (work) time is a dream of many, the grass isn't alway
India to surpass China as most populous country in 2023, UN report says, Asia News,NEW DELHI — India is set to surpass China as the world's most populous country in 2023, with each counting more than 1.4 billion residents this year, a United Nations report said on Monday (July 11), warning that
The world's largest snow park is opening in Abu Dhabi, Lifestyle News,Abu Dhabi is the capital city of dreams, where authentic culture meets contemporary lifestyle. Here, visitors can expect diverse cultures, magnificent architecture and countless entertainment opportunities.Abu Dhabi's Re
I'm a Singaporean millennial: How much CPF do I need to retire?, Money News,I was recently looking through my parents’ finances as part of their year-end finances review. Being the one who is oddly interested in numbers and all things finance, I was the appointed kid to advise on their upcoming
Angelina Jolie visits Lviv, trip interrupted by sirens, World News,LVIV, Ukraine – Hollywood actress Angelina Jolie visited the Ukrainian city of Lviv on Saturday, going to the station to meet people displaced by the war with Russia before later leaving after air-raid sirens sounded. Jolie, 46, is a
E-scooters banned on footpaths: Food delivery riders meet Shanmugam to voice concerns over new rule, Singapore News,SINGAPORE – About 30 food delivery riders met Home Affairs and Law Minister K. Shanmugam on Tuesday evening (Nov 5) to voice their concerns that the ban of e-scooters from footpaths wo
Stall forgets to clean clams, diner gets mouthful of mud in 'cai fan', Singapore News,An innocuous meal of cai fan, or economy rice, turned into a stomach-churning experience for a man who was served a bunch of clams chock full of mud in his meal. The netizen, who goes by Ah Du, posted a T
WHO donors agree to fix 'rotten' funding model, World News,LONDON – World Health Organisation members formally agreed on Tuesday (May 24) to a plan to overhaul its funding model which has been described as \”fundamentally rotten\” due to its over-reliance on the whims of donors. The plan, wh
Australian firm says its nasal spray reduced coronavirus growth in animal study, World News,SYDNEY – Australian biotech company Ena Respiratory said on Monday (Sept 28) that a nasal spray it is developing to improve the human immune system to fight common cold and flu significantly reduced the growt
Nissan to slash 9% of workforce as first quarter profit nearly wiped out, Business Wires News,YOKOHAMA – Japanese car maker Nissan Motor Co said it is axing 12,500 jobs and warned a quick turnaround in its performance was not imminent after reporting its quarterly profit was nearly wiped out. The an
Stay optimistic and you might live longer, new research says, Lifestyle News,New US research has found that people who are more optimistic are more likely to live longer, possibly even achieving \”exceptional longevity,\” which is living to age 85 or older. The large-scale study by researchers from Bo
Best bill & tax payment services that still earn you rewards & miles in Singapore, Money News,How does the ability to earn miles, cashback or rewards points on bills and tax payments sound? Find out the nitty gritty details about charging such payments to your credit card. As much as the truth hurts
Long Covid-19 at 12 months persists at 18 months, study shows, World News,NEW YORK – Most patients with Covid-19 who have lingering symptoms at 12 months are likely to still have symptoms at 18 months, new data suggest. The findings are drawn from a large study of 33,281 people in Scotland who teste
Shoppers feel Brexit pinch as date set for parliament vote, World News,UNITED KINGDOM – British Prime Minister Theresa May said on Monday (Dec 17) that she intended to reschedule a delayed vote in Parliament on her Brexit plan in the week starting on Jan 14. It comes as new data from Visa shows Brit
Step-family of Mustafa boss accuses him of wrongdoings, wants company to be wound up, Singapore News,SINGAPORE – The step-family of Mustafa Centre boss Mustaq Ahmad levelled serious allegations against him on Tuesday (Oct 13), accusing him of cheating his father, his stepmother and his step-siblings
Singapore provisionally approves 60-second Covid-19 breathalyser test, Singapore News,Singapore authorities have provisionally approved a Covid-19 breathalyser test that aims to show whether someone is infected with the coronavirus in under a minute, according to the local startup that developed the
Coronavirus: US deaths top 14,600, second highest in world behind Italy, Reuters tally shows, World News,WASHINGTON – US deaths due to coronavirus topped 14,600 on Wednesday (April 8), the second highest reported number in the world behind Italy, according to a Reuters tally. Italy has the most repo
National Day ceremonial parade at Marina Bay kicks off at 9am, Singapore News,SINGAPORE – A scaled-down ceremonial parade will be held at the Marina Bay floating platform on Monday (Aug 9) to mark Singapore's 56th year of independence, amid the Covid-19 pandemic. About 600 participants from the
Almost a third of people report lingering symptom 6 to 12 months after Covid-19: Study, Lifestyle News,Almost a third of people report at least one ongoing symptom between six and 12 months after their coronavirus infection, a survey of 152,000 people in Denmark has found. The study includes one of
Booster shot improves immune response of chemotherapy patients; post-Covid depression helped by widely used drugs, 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 have yet to be certified
Australia sees remote chance of jail for India travel ban offenders, World News,SYDNEY – Australia Prime Minister Scott Morrison on Tuesday (May 4) said it was \”highly unlikely\” that travellers from coronavirus-ravaged India would face the maximum penalties of five years jail and a A$66,000 (S$68,00
Moderna plans to file for authorisation of Covid-19 shot for very young kids by April end, World News,Moderna plans to submit an application to the US health regulator for emergency use authorisation (EUA) of its Covid-19 vaccine among kids between the ages of six months to five years by end of the
Over half of New Delhi population may have had Covid: Survey, Asia News,More than half of New Delhi's 20 million inhabitants may have been infected with the coronavirus, according to a government serological survey whose findings echoed earlier private-sector research. India has reported 10.8 m
Car sharing options in Singapore, Lifestyle News,Want to enjoy the convenience of a car without the financial commitment of owning a car? You’re not alone. Good thing is, with car sharing platforms on the rise, you have plenty of options to choose from. Singaporeans would unanimously agree that buyi
Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV gets larger electric motors, Lifestyle News,AsiaOne has launched EarthOne, a new section dedicated to environmental issues — because we love the planet and we believe science. Find articles like this there. Mitsubishi has premiered the plug-in hybrid variant of the new Outl
Prince Harry defends taking private jets, Entertainment News,Prince Harry has been travelling by private jet to keep his family \”safe\”. The 34-year-old royal – who has four-month-old son Archie with wife Duchess Meghan – has come under fire recently for taking four private planes this summer despite
Best SIM-only mobile plans for light, moderate, and heavy data users, Digital News,Break free from lock-in contracts with the best SIM-only plans in the market. The SIM-only, mobile plan war is now in full swing. Gone are the days when fixed mobile plan contracts by Singtel, StarHub, and M1 locked y
What you should know about ComfortDelGro Taxi's first ever full year loss, Money News,Comfortdelgro Corporation Ltd (SGX: C52), or CDG, is a land transport conglomerate with a total fleet size of 41,600 buses, taxis and rental vehicles. Yesterday, the group announced an extension to the rental
WHO says it 'cannot cut corners' in approving India's Covaxin shot, World News,BANGALORE – The World Health Organisation (WHO) on Monday (Oct 18) asked for further data from India's Bharat Biotech to consider the company's request for an emergency use listing for its Covid-1
President says 1 person infected 533 with coronavirus at Ghana fish factory, World News,ACCRA – A worker at a fish-processing factory in Ghana's Atlantic seafront city of Tema infected 533 other workers at the facility with the coronavirus, Ghana's President Nana Akufo-Addo said in a broad
Singapore reports 464 new Covid-19 cases; 187 Omicron cases detected, Singapore News,Singapore reported 464 new Covid-19 cases as at noon on Monday (Jan 3), including 285 imported infections, said the Ministry of Health (MOH). Monday's case count was up from the 429 infections reported on Sunda
Grab-led GXS rolls out Singapore's first digital bank, Money News,GXS Bank, the digital bank joint venture between ride-hailing firm Grab Holdings and Singapore Telecommunications, on Wednesday (Aug 31) launched Singapore's first digital bank and bundled it with a savings account. The GXS
Philips recalls ventilators, sleep apnea machines due to health risks, World News,Dutch medical equipment company Philips has recalled some breathing devices and ventilators because of a foam part that might degrade and become toxic, potentially causing cancer, it said on Monday (June 14). Foam used
Influencer responds to business owner's accusations of her asking for freebies with 'fake' stats, Singapore News,An influencer has responded to allegations by a small business owner who accused her of \”reaping freebies with her fake likes/followers\”. The she said-she said saga started
SDP chief Chee Soon Juan to contest Bukit Batok, looks set for rematch with MP Murali Pillai, Singapore News,Singapore Democratic Party (SDP) chief Chee Soon Juan will contest Bukit Batok in the upcoming general election, setting up a likely rematch with incumbent MP Murali Pillai in the single-memb
Mobile gaming made more responsive with ROG Phone 6, Digital News,Phone too sluggish for your game? Can’t show off your lightning-fast reflexes? Time to stop flinging your phone against the wall — the new ROG Phone 6 and Phone 6 Pro looks to be crazy responsive beyond belief. On paper, at least. Wha
Best personal loans in Singapore with the lowest interest rates (2021), Money News,CIMB, OCBC and HSBC offer the lowest interest personal loans in Singapore. Find out more about these loans which you can find on SingSaver. Whether it’s due to an emergency or simple cash flow management, most of us w
5-year-old died from scald injury; cage could have caused some injuries: Forensic pathologist, Singapore News,SINGAPORE – Lacerations on the face and scalp of a five-year-old boy who was allegedly scalded to death by his parents could have been the result of him being kept in a cage meant for the fa
Omicron less severe than Delta but still poses danger for unvaccinated: WHO, World News,The highly infectious Omicron coronavirus variant causes less severe disease than the Delta strain but it remains a \”dangerous virus\”, particularly for those who are unvaccinated, the head of the World Health Org
Elon Musk $363 billion Dogecoin lawsuit expands, World News,NEW YORK — The US$258 billion (S$363 billion) racketeering lawsuit accusing Elon Musk of running a pyramid scheme to support the cryptocurrency Dogecoin has expanded, adding seven new investor plaintiffs and six new defendants including his
Saving trees, going digital: Ikea discontinues physical catalogue after 70 years, Lifestyle News,STOCKHOLM – Budget furniture giant Ikea said it has taken the emotional decision to end a seven-decade tradition and discontinue its catalogue, one of the world’s biggest annual publications, as shoppers
Singapore mulls Covid-19 boosters requirement to qualify as 'fully' vaccinated, Singapore News,SINGAPORE – Singapore is considering requiring its residents to get a booster shot to qualify as fully vaccinated against Covid-19, its health minister said on Tuesday (Dec 14), as it seeks to pr
Malaysia palm group warns of losses ahead from 'severe' labour crunch, Malaysia News,KUALA LUMPUR — Malaysia is missing a golden opportunity to capitalise on high palm oil prices and could suffer more production losses due to a \”severe\” shortage of about 120,000 workers, the Malaysian Esta
Sephora Singapore will be launching bestie boxes this week – here's what you need to know, Lifestyle News,The Sephora sale is back – and it starts this Wednesday, Mar 31, promptly at 12 midnight online. And pssst, we heard that Sephora came up with some bestie boxes this time around! Now, if yo
France to set penalties on non-recycled plastic, World News,France plans to introduce a penalty system next year that would increase the costs of consumer goods with packaging made of non-recycled plastic, part of a pledge to use only recycled plastic nationwide by 2025, an environment ministry offi
Sri Lanka orders probe into mystery cooking gas explosions, Asia News,COLOMBO – Sri Lanka's Parliament convened a special committee on Wednesday (Dec 1) to investigate dozens of unexplained cooking gas explosions and fires in kitchens around the country. Following police and media reports of ab
In unaffordable Seoul, housing is at the centre of the South Korea election, Asia News,SEOUL – Lee Jae-hong would have had no trouble buying a home in the suburb of Ilsan on the outskirts of Seoul back in 2018. With a strong credit score and a job at a blue chip company, borrowing enough for an aver
Ride-hailing giant Grab to invest $2 billion in Indonesia, Digital News,Ride-hailing giant Grab is investing $2 billion (S$2.7 billion) in Indonesia over the next five years, using funds from Japan's SoftBank Group to boost its presence in Southeast Asia's biggest economy, the firms said M
Google-Temasek study sees US$240 billion Southeast Asia internet economy by 2025, Digital News,SINGAPORE – Southeast Asia's internet economy is expected to exceed $240 billion by 2025, a joint study by Google and Temasek Holdings showed, a fifth more than previously estimated, as more consumers
Future food: What will our fridges look like in 2030?, Lifestyle News,It's 2030. A comet has hit a large swathe of land where cattle is reared. Bruce Willis is out of commission and therefore unable to blast the asteroid before it hits Earth. The comet, thankfully small, hits a swathe of land w
Environmental friendliness cited as top reason for EV adoption in Singapore, Lifestyle News,AsiaOne has launched EarthOne, a new section dedicated to environmental issues — because we love the planet and we believe science. Find articles like this there. SINGAPORE – A survey by online research data
Adviser frets about Japan Olympics, volunteers reported quitting, Asia News,Japan's most senior medical adviser said on Wednesday (June 2) that hosting the Olympics during a pandemic was \”not normal\” while media reported thousands of volunteers quitting in advance. Most Japanese oppose holding
No more bubble tea shops and other new Covid-19 measures, Singapore News,From restricted entry at some wet markets to the closure of barber shops, Singapore rolled out more measures to curb the spread of Covid-19 on Tuesday (April 21). These measures take effect from Wednesday and will be in place t
Prada sees second-hand fashion as opportunity, weighs partnerships, World News,VALVIGNA – Italian fashion group Prada sees opportunity in the booming second-hand fashion sector which it can develop both in-house and through partnerships, marketing chief and heir designate Lorenzo Bertelli told Reute
Thai poll shows majority want PM Prayut to leave office this month, Asia News,BANGKOK – Nearly two-thirds of people in Thailand want Prime Minister Prayut Chan-o-cha to leave office this month, according to an opinion poll, which comes amid growing debate about how long the 2014 coup architect shoul
Temasek likely to report record $300b portfolio this week, Business Wires News,SINGAPORE – Singapore state investor Temasek Holdings is likely to book a record S$300 billion for the value of its portfolio, powered by gains in DBS Group Ltd and Chinese banks, while it steps up investment in tech star
Japanese doctor warns holding Games could lead to 'Olympic virus' strain, Asia News,The head of a Japanese doctors union on Thursday (May 27) warned holding the Olympic Games in Tokyo this summer, with tens of thousands of people gathering from around the world, could lead to the developme
Singapore artist's work featured in Dungeons & Dragons' Spelljammer campaign, Digital News,Singapore may be small, but local talents have the potential to make a big splash internationally. At a press briefing for Dungeons and Dragons' (D&D) upcoming Spelljammer release last month
Tips and tricks to getting a great rate when applying for a personal loan, Money News,Whether you need a personal loan for emergencies, to renovate your home, for a wedding, or for many other reasons, getting a personal loan in Singapore, consists of many different factors. There are many different
Should you buy a resale flat or new launch condo first?, Lifestyle News,Even with HDB income ceilings raised ($14,000 per month for new flats and $16,000 per month for Executive Condominiums), there’ll always be a group of sandwiched Singaporeans who’ll feel trapped. These are the ones who earn too
Jokowi's campaign chief voices concern over fake news, undecided voters, Asia News,JAKARTA – The head of Indonesian President Joko Widodo's re-election campaign said on Wednesday (Feb 27) that supporters should not be complacent about the incumbent's lead in opinion polls, given the h
India's coronavirus infections rise by highest in 3 months, Asia News,BENGALURU – India's daily coronavirus infections jumped by 28,903 on Wednesday (March 17), data from the Health Ministry showed, for the highest increase since Dec 13 and taking the nationwide tally to 11.44 million. Dea
Macau's casino hub sees boom in endangered wildlife trade: Report, Asia News,HONG KONG – Imports into Macau of endangered wildlife products more than doubled in a decade and will likely soar due to rising spending power and tourism in the Chinese territory that's the world's largest g
New South Wales leader wants to slash immigration to Sydney region, World News,SYDNEY – Sydney and its surrounds need to slash immigration by half to counter worsening congestion in Australia's most populous state, politicians said on Wednesday (Oct 10). The number of foreigners arriving in New
Touring Teacher's Housing Estate: The cheapest and most spacious freehold landed estate, Lifestyle News,In today’s short attention span world with many different things vying for your attention, those who want to stand out have to resort to certain “tactics”. So if a property ad wants to get th
Gender workplace equality 257 years away: World Economic Forum, World News,Women may have to wait more than two centuries for equality at work, according to a report on Tuesday showing gender inequality growing in workplaces worldwide despite increasing demands for equal treatment. While women appea
'Good indications' that Omicron wave has peaked and is starting to subside: Ong Ye Kung, Singapore News,SINGAPORE – The current Omicron wave in Singapore has peaked and the number of infections is now declining. Health Minister Ong Ye Kung said on Wednesday (March 9): \”There are now good i
From shrimp to fake eyelashes, social media sales soar in Facebook-friendly Thailand, Asia News,SATUN, Thailand – The son of a Thai fisherman, Anurak Saruethai never really took to life at sea. But seafood has been good to him. Hawking dried shrimp, squid and fish in nightly Facebook livestreams, An
Zuckerberg loses more than US$15 billion in record Facebook fall , Business Wires News,Facebook Inc Chief Executive Mark Zuckerberg's fortune took a more than US$15 billion (S$20.5 billion) hit on Thursday, as the social media company suffered the biggest one-day wipeout in US stock market hist
'Living with Covid-19': Vietnam's biggest city proposes economic restart, Asia News,HANOI – Vietnam's coronavirus epicentre Ho Chi Minh City is proposing to emerge from a strict lockdown and resume economic activities from Sept 15, shifting from its \”Zero-Covid-19\” strategy to li
Singapore musicians pay tribute to Queen of Soul, Aretha Franklin, Singapore News,SINGAPORE – American Queen Of Soul Aretha Franklinwith her iconic body of work made an impact on artists worldwide, including many in the local music industry here. Singer Alemay Fernandez says that Franklin, who died
John Wick: Chapter 4 will incorporate unused action sequences from third film, Entertainment News,John Wick: Chapter 4 will incorporate unused action sequences from the third film in the franchise. Director Chad Stahelski said some scenes were chopped from John Wick: Parabellum because he \”didn'
South Korea urges more testing over fear of holiday Covid-19 surge, Asia News,SEOUL – South Korean authorities warned people returning from a holiday to get tested even for the mildest Covid-19 type symptoms, especially before clocking in for work amid a new surge in coronavirus cases in and around
Google, Facebook, Amazon decry French digital tax as 'discriminatory', Digital News,American tech giants Amazon, Facebook and Google joined forces on Monday (Aug 19) to decry the French digital tax as retroactive and discriminatory. US President Donald Trump is considering retaliating agai
Twitter's Jack Dorsey pledges $1.4b for Covid-19 relief efforts, Digital News,Twitter Inc (TWTR.N) Chief Executive Officer Jack Dorsey on Tuesday pledged US$1 billion (S$1.4 billion) of his stake in Square Inc (SQ.N), the payments processor that he co-founded and heads, to help fund relief effo
Singapore GE2020: Don't be afraid to rock the boat, says SDP chief Chee Soon Juan, Singapore News,Singapore Democratic Party (SDP) chief Chee Soon Juan urged Singaporeans not to be afraid to \”rock the boat\” during uncertain times so that they can send a loud and clear message to the People'
Furniture-shopping for your new house? Here are 4 money-saving tips, Lifestyle News,The excitement of receiving the keys to your new apartment can quickly fade once you realise just how financially-taxing homeownership is. Between repaying your home loans and parting with large sums of money for ren
Why slow money is better than fast money, Money News,It's only February. When we rang in the new year, who could have predicted that the novel coronavirus would reach our shores. None of us knows how the stock market will look like in the coming weeks or months. In case you'd like to read
New GrabShare service with slightly cheaper fares in return for five-minutes wait time, Singapore News,SINGAPORE – Commuters will soon be able to book shared rides on ride-hailing app Grab for a slightly lower price and with a smaller chance of a sudden detour in exchange for waiting time of up to f
Are executive condominiums a better investment now with the new cooling measures?, Money News,Executive Condominiums (ECs) are more in demand than ever, given peak home prices in 2022. We’re expecting at least four EC launches before the year is out, and a big question now is how they’re impacted by
Foreign workers in Japan feel the pain of 'corona job cuts', Asia News,TSU, Japan – Eight years after arriving from Brazil, Rennan Yamashita sat in a government office in central Japan, filling out forms for unemployment insurance after losing his job for the ninth or 10th time – he has lo
Being a personal trainer in Singapore — complete guide to costs, courses and certification, Lifestyle News,Gyms are full of people grinding away at the machines but not seeing the results they want. What these people need is a personal trainer to work out a personalised fitness plan for them and the
COE premiums rise across all categories, Cat B and E reach 6-year high, Lifestyle News,CAT Premium Change Quota No. of bids A $48,000 ▲ $1,000 803 1,040 B $68,310 ▲ $5,710 772 1,189 C $39,000 ▼ $1,001 120 203 E $70,002 ▲ $5,302 198 400 In the second round of bidding for September, Certificate of Ent
AirPods Pro Lite with no noise cancelling to launch in first half of 2021, Digital News,A Lite version of the AirPods Pro is expected to launch in the first half of 2021. Korean publication TheElec claims that a South Korean material supplier is currently working on a system-in-package (SiP) with th
3 scientifically-backed ways to boost your motivation in the mornings, Lifestyle News,For those who have been working at 9-5 jobs for years, it is understandable that some work mornings might seem a little more lethargic than usual-especially after a late night out with friends. Even for newcomers,
Elon Musk leaves behind Amazon's Bezos to become world's richest person – Bloomberg News, Digital News,Tesla Inc chief and billionaire entrepreneur Elon Musk surpassed Amazon.com Inc’s top boss Jeff Bezos to become the world’s richest man, Bloomberg News reported on Thursday (Jan 7). Inclu
5 things to consider when buying a home, Singapore News,Buying a home is a multi-faceted decision. Not only does it satisfy the physical need of having a roof over your head, it is also often an emotional decision – and imagine adding the element of investment into the mix! Most buyers long to get t
Wearable TraceTogether token: 57% willing to wear it. You leh?, Digital News,Although things are slowly going back to normal with the start of Safe Reopening Phase 2 tomorrow, we're not out of the woods yet when it comes to Covid-19. To address the ongoing need for effective contact tracing, th
Casino mogul Steve Wynn accused of sexual misconduct: Report, World News,NEW YORK – Dozens of people have accused Las Vegas casino billionaire Steve Wynn of decades of sexual misconduct in which he allegedly pressured staff to perform sex acts, The Wall Street Journal reported Friday (Jan 26). The b
Huawei's side businesses keep it all in the family, Business Wires News,SHENZHEN, China – On a hot summer morning at Huawei's new European-themed campus outside of Shenzhen, a man resembling a younger version of company founder Ren Zhengfei was dressing down two subordinates. \”Use your bra
Tokyo bar uses 'fish bowl' screens to lure back virus-wary clients, Asia News,TOKYO – A bar in Tokyo’s upscale Ginza district has installed fish bowl-like screens designed to protect against coronavirus transmission, aiming to lure back clients worried about the risks of Covid-19. The Jazz
Virus forces Starbucks to close stores across China, China News,Starbucks Corp. on Tuesday became the first major US company to warn of a financial hit from the new coronavirus outbreak in China, as it closed thousands of restaurants and adjusted operating hours in its biggest growth market. The wor
Counselling in Singapore: Free and affordable help for mental healthcare, Lifestyle News,We're always joking about slaving our lives away, but that's only because it's true – very often, living, studying and working in Singapore can feel like being in a pressure cooker. According to a
More Britons opting for 3-day office week, says IWG, World News,More workers in Britain are opting for a three-day office week as they warm to a hybrid model, data from workspace provider IWG showed on Friday (June 17). The pandemic has upended the way people work, prompting several firms to encoura
What Wuhan virus? It's business as usual for globetrotter Nas Daily , Singapore News,Nuseir 'Nas' Yassin may have set up shop in Singapore a year ago but he doesn't seem to have caught the kiasi (afraid to die) bug yet. By that, we mean the 27-year-old travel vlogger and CEO of T
Japanese maker of train in deadly Taiwan crash finds design flaw, Asia News,TOKYO – The Japanese manufacturer of a train that derailed in Taiwan, killing 18 people, said it had discovered a design flaw that failed to alert the central control system that an automatic safety feature had been turned o
These limited edition dbrand skins let you see through the back of smartphones, Digital News,Dbrand is best known for its vinyl skins that let you stick a bunch of cool textures onto your phone, including ones that look like stone, leather, metal, or wood. However, its latest limited edition drop ma
India approves new emissions targets to tackle climate change, Asia News,AsiaOne has launched EarthOne, a new section dedicated to environmental issues — because we love the planet and we believe science. Find articles like this there. MUMBAI – India, the world's third largest carbon polluter,
As outbreak worsens, Indonesian airline offers vaccines to tourists, Asia News,JAKARTA – Indonesian airline Garuda started administering free coronavirus vaccinations to holidaymakers and travellers on Wednesday (June 30), as part of efforts to reduce the impact of the virus in one of Asia's wo
Dyson V15 Detect Absolute (HEPA) review: Less dust, more light, Digital News,The cleanest sucker of them all? It's no secret that Dyson makes some of the best vacuum cleaners around, with impressive suction power and a range of high-tech features and functionalities – and making an important ho
Simon Cowell forces son to wear mask to prevent coronavirus, Entertainment News,The X Factor boss is terrified of the deadly virus – which originated from Wuhan in China last year and has infected over 71,000, killing 1,770 of them – so is forcing six-year-old Eric, whom he has with his partner Laur
Malaysia's weakening ringgit not reflecting state of economy, central bank governor says, Malaysia News,KUALA LUMPUR – The weakening Malaysian ringgit, which is at its lowest since 1998, was not a reflection of the state of the nation's economy, its central bank governor said on Monday. Ba
