Woman nabbed for failing to stop for immigration clearance at Woodlands Checkpoint, Singapore News,SINGAPORE – A 24-year-old woman was arrested on Friday (June 7) for failing to stop for immigration clearance at Woodlands Checkpoint. In a statement on Friday, the police and the Immigration and Check
BTO or resale HDB flat: First-timer dilemma, Lifestyle News,The classic BTO story goes like this: Why three to five years? Because that’s how long it usually takes for a bunch of flats to be built and be liveable. Conventional wisdom says: get engaged, live with your parents, and when your flat is a
Asia's pollution exodus: Firms struggle to woo top talent, Asia News,From smog breaks to pollution bonuses, Asia's businesses are promising increasingly inventive perks in a desperate bid to lure executives to a region where toxic air engulfs major cities for much of the year. Health conce
What to do this weekend (Nov 19 to 21) – stay safe!, Lifestyle News,For a full Covid-19 Phase Advisory during this \”Stabilisation Phase of Transition to Covid-19 Resilience\”, click here. Ready for the weekend? Here's what you can look forward to this week. 1. Pop-Up Disney! A Mickey celebration
Sharon Au reluctant to leave 'little cocoon' after stay-home notice cut short, Entertainment News,With only a few more days left to her 21-day stay-home notice (SHN), Sharon Au was comfortably ensconced in her hotel room and had yet to feel sick of the isolation. The former actress-host ev
Long-lost animated series Star Wars: Detours will reportedly debut on Disney+, Digital News,This thing still exists? Right before Disney purchased Lucasfilm for a hefty sum in 2012, George Lucas had created an animated comedy series set in the Star Wars universe. This show was called Star Wars: Deto
SBS Transit apologises for outdated Hari Raya greetings on MRT train after passenger asks 'seriously, Aidilfitri?', Singapore News,SINGAPORE – SBS Transit has apologised for having outdated decorations saying \”Hari Raya Aidilfitri\” on one of its North-East Line trains two months after the
1,700km to Hat Yai and back in an Audi, Lifestyle News,What is necessary for a fuel efficiency challenge besides a heavy foot and a steely mind? Well, after participating in Audi's Fuel Efficiency Challenge, all I can say is a strong bladder and a banging music playlist is what you need. The go
12 staycations under $300 that you can use your SingapoRediscovers vouchers on, Lifestyle News,Here are 12 best Singapore staycation deals that are under $300 a night and eligible for SingapoRediscovers vouchers redemption. Plus, an extra 5 per cent off! If you’re looking to use your SingapoRediscov
'No one was willing to help': Woman who helped collapsed man told off by passers-by for being nosy, Singapore News,A motionless body laid sprawled across the bus stop, but no one paid any heed to him. It wasn't until Lily Ng came across the unconscious man was help finally administere
Animal abuse? Horse dies after stunt goes wrong in K-drama The King of Tears, Lee Bang-won, Entertainment News,Was it a case of animal abuse or simply a tragic accident? On a recent episode of the South Korean historical drama The King of Tears, Lee Bang-won, a scene showed a man thrown off the hors
North Korea declares emergency in border town over first suspected Covid-19 case, Asia News,North Korean leader Kim Jong Un declared an emergency and a lockdown in a border town after a person suspected of being infected with the novel coronavirus returned from South Korea after illegally crossing t
Japan PM Abe enters hospital for examination, Asia News,TOKYO – Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe entered a Tokyo hospital on Monday (Aug 17) for an examination but a detailed reason for the visit was not immediately known, local media reported. Government sources said it was not a worrying situati
$49 left in bank account: Cleaner loses $330k of life savings to 'China police' scammers, Singapore News,It took several letters and a phone call from a 'Shanghai police officer' to convince Zhang Han Cheng that he was in serious trouble with the law — even though he had never be
Lights up! The Singapore Night Festival promises some bright sparks in the dark, Lifestyle News,After two years of darkness, the return of the Singapore Night Festival (SNF) from Aug 19 to 27 is the light at the end of the tunnel for culture connoisseurs dying to get out and about. This year's
I lost my phone. What can I do now?, Digital News,You pat your pockets and, \”Where's my phone?\”. You look inside your bag and, \”I swear it was just here.\” You search your surroundings and no signs of your mobile phone. Tough luck! Getting a phone lost or stolen is bothersome but, when it happen
I won't save $100k before 30 and that's okay, Money News,I know what you’re thinking… Another article about saving $100,000 before you hit the big three-zero? Before you click away, hear me out. I am sure you would have come across or heard about people who have managed to hit this impress
Covid-19 vaccination status at hawker centres, coffee shops to be checked by hawkers, Singapore News,SINGAPORE – A pragmatic approach in implementing vaccination-differentiation rules in hawker centres and coffee shops will be adopted from Wednesday (Oct 13). There is no need for hawker centres to i
Coronavirus stokes Asian discrimination fears in Canada's biggest city, World News,TORONTO – Canada has identified only three cases of the new coronavirus so far, but there are fears a more serious outbreak could stoke anti-Asian sentiment in scenes reminiscent of the SARS epidemic that killed
Best personal loans for foreigners in Singapore, Money News,What are your options as a foreigner living in Singapore if you need to apply for a personal loan? We break it down for you. Editor’s note: Personal loan and bank rates are subject to change. The information reflected here is accurate as of
Taiwanese host Alien Huang's cause of death revealed, Entertainment News,TAIPEI – An autopsy has revealed that Taiwanese singer-actor-host Alien Huang died of cardiovascular complications. On Friday (Sept 18), Huang's autopsy was completed and his manager explained to reporters that findin
Facebook brings AR experiences to video calls on Messenger , Digital News,Facebook just announced Group Effects for Messenger video calls and Messenger Rooms. Group Effects are new AR experiences that allow you to have multiplayer interactions with friends at the same time. You can choose from a lib
6 things you didn't know about tea in Singapore, Lifestyle News,Teh is a serious culture in Singapore with deep roots in history, no matter what ethnic background you come from. For instance, did you know that teh tarik originated from the time of Indian-Muslim immigrants who set up drinks stan
Visit the top cultural landmarks and wonders of the world while avoiding the crowds, Lifestyle News,From the Louvre to Grand Canyon to Machu Picchu, there's a long list of world's top wonders and cultural landmarks we all hope to visit one day. But at the same time, we shudder at the thoug
Disabled Thai dog hailed for rescuing newborn buried alive by teenage mom, Asia News,NAKHON RATCHASIMA – A disabled village dog in north-eastern Thailand has been hailed a hero for rescuing a newborn who was buried in a field where he was left to die. Ping Pong the black mutt, which has only three w
Are you really ready to keep 1 of these as a pet? , Lifestyle News,Sold at pet stores for a relatively low price, this familiar terrapin is called a Red-Eared Slider. It’s a small creature, and that’s why many who want to keep a Red-Eared Slider as a pet often underestimate how much it costs for an
Flights suspended at Britain's Gatwick airport after reports of drones, World News,(Reuters) – Flights at London's Gatwick airport remained suspended early on Thursday, five hours after the UK'S second-busiest airport halted them to investigate reports of two drones flying over its ai
Beauty in a pot: Flowering plants to grow at home in Singapore, Lifestyle News,Last year’s circuit breaker saw many of us turn to gardening for a way to pass the time. Thinking of livening up your home during half-lockdown? Here are some easy flowering plants that thrive in Singapore’s tropical weat
Janice Wong is unveiling a whimsical new ice cream concept this August, Lifestyle News,Keto-friendly desserts, plant-based bake boxes, and Minions-themed afternoon tea… What’s next for homegrown pastry and dessert whizz Janice Wong? A new ice cream store that’ll be opening its doors at Great World t
Japan rescue work continues after deadly landslides, 20 missing, Asia News,TOKYO, July 4 – Rain hampered Japanese rescuers seeking 20 missing people on Sunday after landslides triggered by torrential rains hit the central city of Atami, killing two women, a local city official said on Sunday. A tota
Student and the internet get shock of their lives after mistaking hanging laundry for hanged person , China News,Safe to say the internet was collectively startled recently, when users came across a photo of what looked like a hanged body in the corridor of a building. Twitter user melontyea posted
Man stuck in Ho Chi Minh for 2 days after being denied from boarding Scoot flight at airport, Singapore News,Stomp contributor Dennis and his elderly wheelchair-bound mother had to spend an extra two days in Ho Chi Minh after he was denied from boarding the Scoot flight that he had booked and paid f
Chinese girl, 7, experiences early puberty after sleeping with the lights on for 3 years, China News,More often than not, if your kid suddenly shoots up by 10cm, that's a cause for celebration. Though that's provided if your child has already reached the age for puberty. Unfortunately for
10 best home insurance plans in Singapore for HDB and private property (2023), Money News,Your home is probably the most expensive thing you own right now. (Not to be presumptuous, but I'm assuming you don't have a $3 million supercar or yacht.) So it makes sense to protect it. And in this
Baby doesn't want to take medicine: What every parent should do, Lifestyle News,Your baby is sick and won’t take her medication. What should you do? Try not to force-feed her as this makes your baby more agitated and increases the chances of her vomiting afterwards, says Dr Natalie Epton, a spe
5 style lessons to cop from Fann Wong, Lifestyle News,When it comes to the local entertainment scene, we dare say there’s a star that shines brighter than the rest. The one that has bedazzled countless television viewers in Singapore as well as the rest of Asia (and even Hollywood!). We’re talking a
Healthy swaps to replace protein from chicken, Lifestyle News,Worried about the ongoing chicken sitch and the rising prices when it is available? Don’t be. Although there’s no denying this (usually) economic and versatile protein is a national favourite, there are several healthy swaps that you can
We test out a new tool that tells you what your HDB flat is worth – here's how it works, Money News,It’s the most common query anyone has when it comes to buying an HDB – how much is the flat worth? Naturally, that’s a tough question to answer. While the majority of HDB flats do have the same l
How to tell if your airline is safe?, Travel News,Air travel is becoming increasingly common these days, as we see the addition of more new airlines and travel destinations. Life on the little red dot can get stressful at times, so it is not surprising we yearn to recharge with a quick getaway abroa
'Worst part of this worst date is me': This actress burst into tears on first ever Tinder date, Entertainment News,Emily Hampshire burst into tears during a night out with a Tinder date. The 39-year-old actress has revealed she turned to the dating app after splitting from her husband Matt
