Daily roundup: Gillian Chung's egg freezing procedure made her gain 9 kilos – and other top stories today, World News,Stay in the know with a recap of our top stories today. 1. Gillian Chung's egg freezing procedure made her gain 9 kilos In 2016, the Cantopop star made a choice to go thro
Glassdoor launches operations in Singapore, Singapore News,When US-headquartered job search and review platform Glassdoor burst onto the scene in 2008, it addressed a key issue that many job-seekers faced. That is the provision of an \”inside scoop\” through company reviews by current and former emplo
EU risks 'trade war' with Malaysia over palm oil: PM Mahathir Mohamad, Malaysia News,LANGKAWI – The European Union risks opening up a trade war with Malaysia over its \”grossly unfair\” policies aimed at reducing the use of palm oil, Prime Minister Mahathir Mohamad said on Thursday (March 28
Watsons and Guardian sold out? Here are 5 alternatives to buy surgical masks in Singapore, Lifestyle News,The “Wuhan virus” (2019-nCoV) is giving me major 2003-SARS deja vu vibes, and I don’t like it. And as if it isn’t enough that there’s the new pneumonia coronavirus going around, people are sprea
Day in the life of an air stewardess mum: Morning laundry, pre-flight spin class and a 12-hour shift, Lifestyle News,It is common knowledge that being a working mum comes with challenges aplenty. For Sharon Nadine, those challenges are presumably more complicated as she's currently working as a
Six dead in rail accident on wind-battered Danish bridge, World News,Six people were killed Wednesday after debris apparently from a cargo train smashed into a passenger train in high winds on a bridge connecting two islands in Denmark, the rail operator and officials said. The passenger train appea
Honestbee to stop food delivery in Singapore, suspend laundry service from May 20, Singapore News,SINGAPORE – Struggling food delivery start-up Honestbee is halting its food delivery business in Singapore and suspending its laundry service with effect from next Monday (May 20), affecting some 400 fr
Michelle Obama tops Hillary Clinton as America's most admired woman, World News,WASHINGTON – Former first lady Hillary Clinton's 17-year run as the woman Americans admire most is over. Another former first lady, Mrs Michelle Obama, has deposed Mrs Clinton as America's most admired wom
7 potentially undervalued Singapore blue-chip stocks, Money News,After being a major laggard in 2020, the Straits Times Index (STI) is finally waking up from its slumber. Year-to-date (as of March 26), the benchmark index for the Singapore stock market is up 11.1 per cent, outpacing all the major wo
In Thai election, new 'war room' polices social media, Asia News,BANGKOK – In Thailand's election \”war room\”, authorities scroll through thousands of social media posts, looking for violations of laws restricting political parties' campaigning on social media that activists say a
Buying a bridal gown package? Here are the essential things to know, Women News,For a bride-to-be navigating her way through the many rental packages available, here are some points to note: Most bridal salons that specialise in renting of gowns usually offer with photography and makeup services the
Tesla sued by former employees over 'mass layoff', World News,BENGALURU/SAN FRANCISCO – Former Tesla employees have filed a lawsuit against the US electric car company alleging its decision to carry out a \”mass layoff\” violated federal law as the company did not provide advance notice of t
Trump says South Korea will not lift North Korea sanctions without US approval, World News,SEOUL/WASHINGTON – US President Donald Trump said on Wednesday South Korea will not lift sanctions on Pyongyang without US approval, after the South Korean foreign minister softened earlier comments that some
Vaccine could virtually eliminate cervical cancer: Study, Health News,PARIS – The rapid scale-up of the human papillomavirus (HPV) vaccine could virtually eliminate cervical cancer in a handful of rich countries within three decades, and in most other nations by century's end, researchers said
Running in the Indian election? Get an armoured car, Asia News,JALANDHAR – The mechanics retrofitting cars with blast-resistant doors and bulletproof windshields in a Punjab garage have been flat out of late – elections are looming, and politics can be a dangerous game in India. In the past, prime m
Vivifi's new Share plan comes with 180GB data for up to 9 other users, Digital News,Need a big mobile plan for sharing with others? Vivifi now has a new Share plan, packing in 180GB mobile data, 1,000 minutes of talk time, and 100 SMSes at $40/month. This plan can be shared with up to nine othe
Actor Shane Pow assaulted at Marina Bay Sands nightclub, Entertainment News,Local actor Shane Pow was hospitalised after he was assaulted at Marquee Singapore, a new nightclub which opened at Marina Bay Sands last Friday (April 12). Channel 8 News reported that the 28-year-old, who is managed by bro
NUS student arrested for outrage of modesty on train, Singapore News,A student from the National University of Singapore has been arrested on suspicion of molesting a woman at Serangoon MRT Station last Wednesday. The 23-year-old suspect allegedly started targeting the 28-year-old woman on board a c
EU ministers agree terms of 'painful' Brexit divorce, World News,European ministers signed off on Britain's draft divorce deal on Monday as they launched a \”painful\” final week of negotiations on future cross-Channel ties. Brexit negotiator Michel Barnier and the Union's Austrian
Don't say bo jio, here are the shows and films to watch this long CNY weekend, Entertainment News,[UPDATE, Jan 23, 4.30pm]: An earlier version of this article listed the Chinese movies Vanguard, Detective Chinatown 3, and Jiang Zi Ya: Legend of Deification as opening on Jan 25. They have been r
Virtual hustings for a Covid-19 Singapore General Election, Digital News,For the first time in the history of the nation's elections, the battle for Singaporeans' votes is likely not to be waged at rallies on grassy fields, but in a virtual arena. MPs have already increased their digital o
This is the $300k heirloom Jamie Chua will give her daughter, Women News,While the Singaporean socialite is well-known for her extravagant lifestyle, Jamie Chua also harbours a sentimental side that belies what you see on Instagram. Though she greets us while impeccably primped and polished, Jamie l
Egypt jails 5 women influencers over 'immoral' TikTok posts, Digital News,An Egyptian court sentenced five women influencers to two years each in prison on Monday after finding them guilty of promoting immorality and human trafficking by encouraging women to make money building social medi
6 girls share one-night stand horror stories, Lifestyle News,You meet a guy at a bar and the two of you get on like a house on fire. Before you know it, you guys are tearing each other's clothes off and slipping under the sheets, and in a perfect world, you'll be texting your girlfriends a
'Food for the spirit': French 106-year-old pianist to release sixth album, Lifestyle News,PARIS – Colette Maze says she began playing the piano when she was four years old to find in music the warmth absent in her strict upbringing. Today, at the age of 106, her playing still exudes great
Daily roundup: 1MDB trial stalled as Najib a no-show – and other top stories today, World News,Stay in the know with a recap of our top stories today. 1. 1MDB trial stalled as Najib a no-show Najib was initially slated to be in Parliament in the morning and appear before the court for his trial yes
Bilahari rebuts criticisms of Singapore by Mahathir's party strategist Rais Hussin, Singapore News,Criticisms of Singapore's stance on the maritime border dispute from a senior member of Malaysian Prime Minister Mahathir Mohamad's political party are \”very typical\”, reflecting how Mal
Alibaba's Jack Ma to step down in Sept 2019, Daniel Zhang to become chairman, Business Wires News,BEIJING – Jack Ma, the charismatic co-founder of China's largest e-commerce firm Alibaba Group Holding Ltd, will step down as chairman in exactly one year on Sept. 10, 2019, the company said.
59 food poisoning cases at 2 welfare homes in Pelangi Village; MOH, SFA investigating, Singapore News,SINGAPORE – The authorities are investigating after 59 people fell ill from eating food at two homes at Pelangi Village, a social welfare complex in Buangkok. In a joint reply on Wednesday (May 22),
Ex-bank employee jailed nine years for cheating former colleague of nearly $4 million, Singapore News,SINGAPORE – A man cheated his former colleague of almost $4 million by getting him to put money into a so-called investment scheme with guaranteed returns. To support his lies, Cheong Eh Meng forged
Newspapers and cement bags used as wall filling at Ubi industrial block, Singapore News,Running an errand, Mr Benedict Francis went to Block 3016, Ubi Road 1 on Nov 30, where he was in for a shock. He saw cement bags used as a filler in the wall of the cargo lift landing at the third storey of the i
Taiwanese woman who survived 2015 water park blaze bravely shows off her scars, earning netizens' praise, Asia News,A Taiwanese woman who has undergone 21 operations in the past three years after she survived the 2015 blaze that ripped through Taipei's Formosa Fun Coast water park has earn
3 famous stock frauds you may have never heard of… and key lessons for investors, Money News,The Enron scandal has become the face of financial fraud in the world, surpassing all of history’s accounting fraud cases in terms of corporate malfeasance and auditing failures. Enron’s malice, together wit
Two empty coffins found floating in Kallang River to residents' surprise, Singapore News,SINGAPORE – Two coffins, which are believed to have been used to repatriate bodies into Singapore, were found floating in the Kallang River on Wednesday morning (May 8). A photo of the two open coffins was
'Hero' saves child in spectacular Paris rescue, World News,PARIS – A young Malian man was hailed a hero on Sunday (May 27) after he sprang into action to save a four-year-old child hanging from a fourth-floor balcony by single-handedly scaling the facade of the building and hauling the you
Philippines releases journalist on bail after arrest sparks global outcry, Asia News,MANILA – The head of a Philippine news website that has locked horns with President Rodrigo Duterte was freed on bail on Thursday, a day after her widely condemned arrest on libel charges that critics say is a gover
Scoot flight from Singapore to Taipei experiences drop in cabin pressure, oxygen masks activated, Singapore News,A Scoot flight from Singapore to Taipei on Sunday (March 24) experienced abnormal cabin pressure during the plane's descent, resulting in the activation of oxygen masks. Flight TR996
Murder suspect allegedly hacked boss to death after being fired twice, Singapore News,His boss fired him on Monday morning for allegedly having a poor work attitude. Mr Lin Xinjie, 30, one of three directors at online retail company Jiji Singapore, told Yee Jing Man, 23, a packer, that he was being
Showrunner Ashley Edward Miller had free creative rein for Netflix's DOTA: Dragon's Blood from Valve, Entertainment News,The collaboration between Netflix and Valve has granted the absolute one wish that any DOTA fans could ever ask for – a full-fledged animation based on the hit game seri
Bangladesh cricketers arrive home after Christchurch massacre, World News,The Bangladesh cricket team arrived home in Dhaka on Saturday (March 16), a day after narrowly escaping the mosque attack that killed 49 people in New Zealand. At least 17 members of the Bangladesh cricket team drove up to Chr
10 suspected suicide attack plotters to appear in Indian court , Asia News,NEW DELHI – Ten people suspected of planning imminent suicide attacks in the New Delhi region will appear in court in the capital on Thursday, India's federal counter-terrorism agency said. Members of the three-month old
Ezbuy Prime vs Taobao: Which is cheaper?, Lifestyle News,Is it worth getting an ezbuy Prime membership or should you just stick to buying directly from Taobao? Read on to find out how they fare against each other! Xinman, our YouTrip Ambassador, shares her ezbuy Prime and Taobao experience! We all p
Hong Kong leader presses on with extradition Bill undeterred by critics, China News,HONG KONG – Hong Kong's leader said on Tuesday (May 21) her administration was determined to push through an extradition Bill that could see individuals sent back to mainland China for trial, despite mounting op
Indonesian quake death toll jumps to 832 as rescuers struggle, Asia News,PALU, Indonesia – The toll from an earthquake and tsunami in Indonesia soared on Sunday to 832 confirmed dead, with authorities fearing it will only climb as rescuers struggle to reach outlying communities cut off from communic
Instagram tightens rules on self-injury images, World News,SAN FRANCISCO – Instagram late Thursday (Feb 7) announced it is clamping down on images related to self-injury such as cutting. The move came after British Health Secretary Matt Hancock met with social media companies about doing more to saf
Best pole dancing studios in Singapore to flip, twirl, and spin your way to sexy, Lifestyle News,Have you ever seen a pole dancer do some amazing flips and spins, and wished you could do the same? Well, Singapore has a number of pole studios for you to be the dancing queen of your dreams. And you’ll
Suu Kyi tries to save face with Myanmar reporters' release, World News,YANGON – After relentless diplomatic pressure and global outrage, fallen democracy icon Aung San Suu Kyi finally decided that a pardon for two Myanmar journalists jailed for reporting on a Rohingya massacre was the only way
Daily roundup: Fann Wong says no to second child with hubby Christopher Lee – and other top stories today, World News,Stay in the know with a recap of our top stories today. 1. Fann Wong says no to second child with hubby Christopher Lee Fann Wong came bearing news, but it wasn't about a bundl
James McAvoy confirms he got married recently, Entertainment News,James McAvoy has confirmed he and Lisa Liberati are married. The Atonement actor was rumoured to have wed the personal assistant — who he started dating in 2018 after meeting on the set of Split — in 2019 but had never confirmed the s
US actors accuse Oscar body of intimidation over awards presenters, Entertainment News,LOS ANGELES – The largest actors union in the United States on Monday accused the organizers of the Oscars of trying to intimidate celebrities not to present at rival award shows. In an unprecedented statement, th
Mirror test hints at surprising cognitive abilities in fish, World News,WASHINGTON – A small tropical reef fish was able to recognise itself in a mirror, scientists said on Thursday in a finding that raises provocative questions about assessing self-awareness and cognitive abilities in animals. The
OMG, Vera Wang has a collaborative collection with Starbucks, Lifestyle News,Every time Starbucks launches a collaborative collection, we get super excited because they're always SO PRETTY. Their latest collab is with Vera Wang, in conjunction with International Women's Day. The designer,
3 things to know about MediShield Life premiums & coverage changes in 2021, Money News,A lot has changed in the past year, but the upcoming changes to the government’s health insurance scheme, MediShield Life, might have gotten lost in the noise. While the system has undergone little tweaks every no
North Korea's Kim Jong Un to meet Putin in Russia on Thursday, World News,SEOUL – North Korean leader Kim Jong Un will soon visit Russia for a summit with President Vladimir Putin, North Korean state media said on Tuesday, with a Russian newspaper reporting they will meet on Thursday in Vladivo
Singapore Budget 2019: $1.1b Bicentennial Bonus for Singaporeans, Singapore News,SINGAPORE – To celebrate the bicentennial year, a $1.1 billion Bicentennial Bonus will be shared with Singaporeans, said Finance Minister Heng Swee Keat said on Monday (Feb18). The bonus is part of two initiatives that
Cardi B points to past 'limited options' to explain drugging, robbing men, Entertainment News,NEW YORK – Cardi B is working to quash controversy over resurfaced footage in which she admits to drugging and robbing men, pointing to \”limited options\” in her days as a stripper. Social media ba
Fans angry over 'vandalism' of late HK star Yammie Lam's cremation niche, Entertainment News,Even in death, one can get no peace. A Weibo user had fans up in arms after posting a photo of late Hong Kong actress Yammie Lam's desecrated columbarium niche. The individual had used a
Jail for Singapore woman who abused helper for doing chores slowly, Singapore News,A woman in Singapore who abused her Myanmar domestic helper by forcing her to pour hot water on herself, pulling her hair out and hitting her was jailed for three years on Monday. Singapore is home to almost 250,000 d
From airports to schools to hotels, these are the spaces scanning faces, Digital News,From speeding up boarding at airports to boosting security at malls and concerts, facial recognition technology has become increasingly pervasive, raising concerns about privacy. Britain's data protection watc
'I bought a good tuna': Japan's sushi king shells out record $4.2 million at Tokyo's new year fish auction, Food News,A Japanese sushi entrepreneur paid a record S$4.2 million for a giant tuna on Saturday as Tokyo's new fish market, which replaced the world-famous Tsukiji la
Taiwan navy adds two new warships as China tensions grow, Asia News,KAOHSIUNG, Taiwan – Taiwanese President Tsai Ing-wen vowed Thursday (Nov 8) that the island would not \”concede one step\” in defending itself as she inaugurated two frigates bought from the United States aimed at boosting Taipei'
Lamborghini unveils the Huracan Technica, Lifestyle News,Everyone expected the Lamborghini Huracán STO to be the model's swansong, but this raging bull isn't ready to be put out to pasture just yet. The Huracán's latest iteration is now the Tecnica, a rear-wheel-drive model that sits
Death of 13-year-old Thai boy inflames debate on Muay Thai's young dreamers, Asia News,BANGKOK – The death of a 13-year-old boy, knocked out during a Thai boxing match, has inflamed debate about whether children should be allowed to take part in a dangerous sport that many of them see as their
UK PM May and opposition leader agree to TV debate over Brexit, World News,LONDON – British Prime Minister Theresa May and opposition Labour leader Jeremy Corbyn agreed to a prime time television debate on Brexit ahead of a crunch parliamentary vote as she struggles to win support for the deal agree
Trump to grant Kim Jong Un's wishes after denuclearisation: South Korea president, Asia News,US President Donald Trump will grant North Korea's leader Kim Jong Un his wishes if he delivers on denuclearisation, the South Korean president said Sunday, following talks on the sidelines of the
How to save more on overseas online shopping: Exchange rate guide, Lifestyle News,Here’s why you should monitor exchange rates to score big savings on your online shopping. Find out how much you actually stand to save! Earlier in March 2020, I had an interesting conversation with my neighbour who’s
Arsonists target Michelin-starred chef who denounced 'yellow vest' violence, World News,TOULOUSE, France – A Michelin-starred chef who denounced the mindless violence of hoodlums on the fringes of France's \”yellow vest protests\” said on Wednesday he was contemplating his future after
Canada's Trudeau makes waves online with new beard, World News,TORONTO – For the second time in five months, Canadian social media users are obsessing over Justin Trudeau's face. In September, it was old pictures of the Canadian prime minister in blackface that got him in trouble during th
Woman trapped under car in Punggol accident loses left foot and has operations to save other foot, Singapore News,SINGAPORE – A woman who was trapped under a car in an accident in Punggol earlier this month has lost her left foot and undergone multiple surgical operations to save her remaining foot.
First transgender designer shows at New York Fashion Week, World News,Los Angeles designer Pierre Davis made her debut in New York this week, becoming the first openly transgender creator to present a collection at Fashion Week, further shaking up an event that had already featured trans models. The
Families splashing out on big-ticket staycays even before getting $100 SingapoRediscovers vouchers, Lifestyle News,SINGAPORE – Many hotels and serviced apartments are seeing strong demand for the year-end school holidays, with some expecting to be fully booked. This is before school formally ends ne
Kevin Hart says 2019 Oscars host job is 'opportunity of a lifetime', Entertainment News,LOS ANGELES – Comedian Kevin Hart will host next year's Oscar ceremony for the first time, the \”Ride Along\” actor said in an Instagram post on Tuesday. \”I am so happy to say that the day has finall
Safety first: Volvo to add in-car sensors to prevent drunk driving, World News,GOTHENBURG – Swedish carmaker Volvo hopes to reinforce its reputation for safety-first driving by installing cameras and sensors in its cars from the early 2020s, monitoring drivers for signs of being drunk or distracted
Body of man found floating in Lower Pierce Reservoir, Singapore News,The body of a man was discovered floating in the waters at the Lower Peirce Reservoir on Sunday morning (June 17). Stomp contributor Raymond who was jogging at the Lower Peirce Reservoir told Stomp in a call that he passed by the b
Women and money: Common myths revealed, Women News,For eons now, it has been common belief that women are bad with money and this has been time and again eternalised by marketing efforts, media and our society. And we, being slaves to the aforementioned three, have blindly believed this to be the ca
Daily roundup: Boy in Malaysia allegedly takes own life due to homework pressure – and other top stories today, World News,Stay in the know with a recap of our top stories today. 1. Boy in Malaysia allegedly takes own life due to homework pressure/a> A 13-year-old boy, said to be unable to cope wit
Here's how to pick strong dividend companies that can survive recessions, Money News,In these tumultuous times, investing in the stock market may seem daunting. With many stocks being battered down, they could be selling at enticing dividend yields, giving investors a massive headache when it c
Bus and train fares to rise by 6 cents per trip from Dec 29: PTC, Singapore News,SINGAPORE – Bus and train fares will rise by six cents per trip from Dec 29, when the latest annual revision approved by the Public Transport Council (PTC) kicks in. Single-trip train fare and adult cash bus fare will r
Concert Review: Blackpink dazzle but they need more songs of their own, Entertainment News,SINGAPORE -For now, South Korean girl group Blackpink is gold. Their song, Ddu-Du Ddu-Du (2018), was one of the most-viewed music videos for any K-pop group, with 665 million views, and they are slated to perf
Asia's first Legoland may be sold for $333 million, Malaysia News,KUALA LUMPUR – Fancy owning a Legoland theme park complete with 15,000 models made of millions of plastic bricks and dozens of attractions? It could all be yours for just US$245 million (S$333 million) if the owners of Malaysia L
Daughter of Hour Glass founders loses appeal, to start jail term for drug abuse next month, Singapore News,SINGAPORE – Audrey Tay May Li, 45, the daughter of the founders of luxury watch retailer Hour Glass, will start her jail sentence for drug abuse next month after her appeal was dismissed by the
Bangladesh cracks down on chemical warehouses after deadly Dhaka inferno, World News,DHAKA – Bangladesh is cracking down on chemical warehouses in an historic Dhaka district a week after a fire killed 70 people in buildings used for deodorant and plastics storage, an official said on Sunday (March 3
A week with Samsung's S21 series phones: How do they compare with the S20 FE?, Digital News,It's been roughly two weeks since the launch of the Galaxy S21 series smartphones in Singapore. So how does Samsung's latest flagship series hold up? To find out, I borrowed a few review sets f
Jason Derulo lashes out at Instagram for deleting his bulge, Entertainment News,Jason Derulo has lashed out at Instagram for taking down a photograph of his 'anaconda'. The 30-year-old singer is fuming that the photo-sharing site deleted the raunchy shot – which saw him pose in a pair of e
Otter alert at Gardens by the Bay during Standard Chartered Singapore Marathon, Singapore News,SINGAPORE – As Sunday's (Dec 9) Standard Chartered Singapore Marathon was underway, several unusual guests joined in – a group of 16 otters. Ten adult otters and six babies were seen at around 7.25am
5 ways Singaporeans can limit food waste, Lifestyle News,AsiaOne is launching a new section dedicated to environmental issues. Because we love the planet and we believe science. Starting from Earth Day 2021 (April 22), you’ll be able to find articles like this in one place. Food waste is a significa
A growing number of Americans blame Trump for shutdown, World News,NEW YORK – A growing proportion of Americans blame President Donald Trump for a partial government shutdown that will cut off paychecks to federal workers this week, though Republicans mostly support his refusal to approve a budget w
In remote Indian village, teacher turns walls into blackboards to close school gap, Asia News,PASCHIM BARDHAMAN, (INDIA) – In a small tribal village on the eastern tip of India, an enterprising teacher has turned walls into blackboards and roads into classrooms, trying to close the gap in learning b
Oppo and Xiaomi flex their respective under-display smartphone selfie cameras , Digital News,Chinese tech brands Oppo and Xiaomi managed to achieve what its Western rivals haven't been able to do — demonstrate perfectly working under-display front-facing cameras that do away with smartphone not
Unexpected but totally normal events during childbirth (like pooing during labour), Lifestyle News,Delivering a baby is no mean feat. Doctors and nurses declare that there is nothing shameful as the body is going through a high hormonal orchestra. Some embarrassing side effects like poo during labou
Lego building new brick factory in Vietnam as Asian market clicks, Asia News,COPENHAGEN – Toymaker Lego said on Wednesday (Dec 8) it plans to build a new factory in Vietnam to keep up with rapidly growing demand for its coloured plastic bricks among children across Asia. The privately-owned Danish f
Aussie cops to the roo-scue as kangaroo nearly drowns in the sea, World News,SYDNEY – A kangaroo that hopped into the sea for a dip at a Melbourne beach had to be rescued by Australian police and brought back to life with CPR, officers said on Sunday (Oct 28). Officers said they were called to Safet
WhatsApp urges users to upgrade app after report of Israeli spyware attack, Digital News,Facebook’s WhatsApp on Tuesday urged users to upgrade to the latest version of its popular messaging app following a report that users could be vulnerable to having malicious spyware installed on phones without
Investing in sneakers in Singapore: How to flip exclusive sneakers to make profits?, Business Wires News,Collecting shoes isn't the exclusive domain of Carrie Bradshaw. Thanks to sneakerhead culture and a booming sneaker resale market, limited edition sneakers for both men and women are now rak
New Zealand warns Google over naming man charged with murdering British backpacker , World News,WELLINGTON – New Zealand warned Google to \”take responsibility\” for its news content on Wednesday (Dec 19), after the Internet giant broke a court order suppressing the name of a man charged with murderin
Kylie Minogue says breast cancer ruined her chances of having children, Entertainment News,The 50-year-old star was diagnosed with the illness when she was 36 and says she often wonders how her life would have been different if she had never gotten sick. Speaking to The Sunday Times Style magazine,
Daily roundup: Cyclist punches lorry driver and rides off after alleged collision – and other top stories today, World News,Stay in the know with a recap of our top stories today. 1. Cyclist punches lorry driver and rides off after alleged collision in Eunos A video that has gone viral shows a cycli
Bus driver suspended after two SBS buses collide in Tampines; 12 taken to hospital, Singapore News,SINGAPORE – Ten passengers and two bus captains were taken to hospital after two buses collided with each other on Wednesday morning (Dec 26). The Singapore Civil Defence Force said it responded to the
Melbourne couple find needles in grapes from supermarket, World News,A couple from Melbourne, Australia, found two needles in grapes they bought from a supermarket on Tuesday (Jan 1). Mr Skender Hasa and his partner, Ms Shams Alsubaiy, were shocked by the find, reported 9 News Melbourne. Mr Hasa had
Daily roundup: Couple allegedly lived on prostitution earnings of dancer 'coaxed' to provide sexual services – and other top stories today, World News,Stay in the know with a recap of our top stories today. 1. Couple allegedly lived on prostitution earnings of dancer 'coaxed' to
Could Karl Lagerfeld's cat Choupette inherit his millions?, World News,PARIS – Karl Lagerfeld's cat Choupette was already the most famous cat in fashion. Now the white fluffy Burmese cat that the late fashion designer doted on could be about to become the richest feline on the planet. The
5 things that can ruin a first date (and your chances of getting a second date), Lifestyle News,Going on a first date can be nerve-wracking. What do you say? How should you act? You can ask your friends, or you can ask experts. But you could also look to shows like The Bachelor for tips. The show no
Trump under pressure from Melania to fire top aide, World News,WASHINGTON – President Donald Trump was under pressure from his wife, Melania, on Tuesday to fire his deputy national security adviser over what two sources close to the White House said was the way Mrs Trump's trip to Africa was ha
Body of missing 5-year-old US boy found in shallow grave, parents arrested, World News,CRYSTAL LAKE, Illinois – The body of a five-year-old boy who was reported missing from his Crystal Lake, Illinois, home last week was discovered buried in a shallow grave on Wednesday (April 24) and his parents we
BMW launches entry-level i4 eDrive35, Lifestyle News,BMW has announced the least-expensive, entry-level version of its electric sedan, the i4, with the new i4 eDrive35 that features a smaller battery and less power than the current cheapest i4, the eDrive40. This launch comes after the BMW i4 M50 wh
Trump says doesn't believe own government's climate warning, World News,WASHINGTON – President Donald Trump said Monday he doesn't believe his own government's report last week warning of massive economic losses if carbon emissions continue to feed climate change unchecked. \”I do
Gender equality at work more than 200 years off: WEF, World News,Women may be shouting louder than ever for equal treatment and pay, but a report out Tuesday indicates it will take centuries to achieve gender parity in workplaces around the globe. The World Economic Forum (WEF) report said there had
Daily roundup: 'I got married at 50… and it's the best decision I ever made' – and other top stories today, World News,Stay in the know with a recap of our top stories today. 1. 'I got married at 50… and it's the best decision I ever made' When I first announced to
3 selfie-crazy Indian teens crushed by train, Asia News,NEW DELHI – Three teenagers were killed while taking selfies on a railway track in India, the country which researchers say has the worst record for selfie-related deaths. A fourth youth managed to jump to safety before the accident in Panipat
Daily roundup: Family of 2-year-old girl allegedly murdered 'don't hate' dad – and other top stories today, World News,Stay in the know with a recap of our top stories today. 1. Family of 2-year-old girl allegedly murdered by dad: 'We don't hate him, he doted on her' R
Facebook says hackers did not use stolen logins on third-party sites, Digital News,NEW YORK – Facebook Inc said on Tuesday that investigators have determined that hackers did not access other sites that use the social networking site’s single sign-on in a massive cyberattack that the company disclos
Goddess of gamblers? Woman flaunts gown made from $20k worth of 4D tickets, Singapore News,It’s almost a ritual with everyone – just when you realise the winning numbers aren’t what you bought, you tear up that 4D ticket and toss the shreds in the trash. But not TikTok user lambeturahtkw. She keeps
Indonesia warns against arms race after Australian nuclear sub pact, Asia News,JAKARTA – Indonesia said on Friday (Sept 17) it was worried about an arms race in the region after neighbouring Australia announced plans to acquire nuclear-powered submarines as part of a new Indo-Pacific security allian
Daily roundup: Woman passes medical board exams while in labour – and other top stories today, World News,Stay in the know with a recap of our top stories today. 1. Woman sits through medical board exams while in labour – and passes Women are great at multitasking – juggling work, family, and many
Satisfy your sweet tooth with these local desserts that have less than 200 calories per serving, Health News,If you have a sweet tooth, having a dessert at the end of a meal is almost mandatory – right? While all know that desserts are sugar and calorie bombs that do nothing for you except to please
'Tinder for cows' matches livestock in the mood for love, World News,PETERSFIELD, England – A Tinder-inspired app is helping farmers match up potential partners for their cattle. Called \”Tudder\” – a mix of dating app Tinder and udder – it lets farmers swipe right on cattle they like the lo
Air pressure mix-up causes mass bleeding on Indian flight, Asia News,A cockpit mix-up left more than 30 passengers on an Indian plane bleeding from their ears and noses Thursday after the crew forgot to flick a switch regulating cabin air pressure. The Jet Airways flight to Jaipur had to turn back a
Jay Chou rants at Netflix Taiwan over lack of publicity for J-Style Trip, Entertainment News,Netflix recently partnered Taiwanese Mandopop star Jay Chou for a travelogue series, but while it has been a hit, he is not too happy about the streaming giant's marketing efforts. On April 3, the 41-ye
Singapore stands firm in dispute over its territorial waters, rejects KL's call to stop sending assets to area, Singapore News,SINGAPORE – Singapore has rejected Malaysia's call for both countries to stop sending assets into an area of the Republic's waters off Tuas which Kuala Lumpur
Key North Korean nuclear reactor has been shut down for months: IAEA, World News,VIENNA – The nuclear reactor that is believed to have supplied much of the plutonium for North Korea's nuclear weapons appears to have been shut down for the past three months, the UN atomic watchdog said on Monday
Cold snap with chance of falling iguanas in Florida, World News,MIAMI (AFP) – Green iguanas are considered a nuisance in Florida, where they are blamed for causing considerable damage to everything from seawalls to sidewalks – not to mention menacing endangered butterflies and snails. But the invasi
SIA dining experience while soaring through the skies now available on board a cable car, Lifestyle News,If you are one of those who missed out on the sold-out onboard dining experience on Singapore Airlines' (SIA) Restaurant A380 or you just don't fancy heating up your SIA meal at home on
What's an insurance policy loan, and when should you cash in on it?, Money News,Policy loans can provide cash in a pinch, but can impact your insurance portfolio. Here’s what you need to know before applying for one. When a sudden need for cash arises, most of us know to turn to banks for a per
Harvard student or not? Christine Fan speaks out after being accused of lying about educational background, Entertainment News,Studying in Harvard Extension School still means she was a Harvard student… right? Mandopop singer Christine Fan, or more commonly known as Fanfan, made her entrance into sh
Indonesian tsunami volcano lost two-thirds of its height, Asia News,The Indonesian volcano which caused a tsunami that killed more than 400 people last week lost more than two-thirds of its height following the eruption which triggered the killer waves. A section of Anak Krakatoa's crater colla
Huawei says its upcoming P40 series phones will set new records in mobile photography, Digital News,Huawei has announced that it will unveil its eagerly anticipated P40 series phones in an online event later this month on March 26. The teaser shows a huge camera that is rumoured to hold five cameras
Meghan Markle hounded like Diana? Hardly, British papers say, World News,LONDON – Could Meghan Markle really face the same fate as Princess Diana? Britain's newspapers on Wednesday (Feb 13) angrily challenged US actor George Clooney's claim that their treatment of Prince Harry's wife
Daily roundup: Mum of 3 Cecilia Cheung wants to continue having kids – and other top stories today, Asia News,Stay in the know with a recap of our top stories today. 1. Mum of 3 Cecilia Cheung wants to continue having kids On a recent episode of Chinese variety show Women 30+, the Hong Kong actress
Scoot flight from Gold Coast to Singapore diverted to Sydney after unruly man punches fellow passenger, Singapore News,A Scoot flight from Gold Coast to Singapore was diverted to Sydney Airport on Monday (Jan 21) due to a disruption caused by an unruly passenger on board. Flight TR7 was scheduled to
Furniture shop at Upper East Coast Road covered in flames in early morning, Singapore News,SINGAPORE – A fire engulfed a furniture shop at 135 Upper East Coast Road early Saturday morning (Feb 2). The Singapore Civil Defence Force (SCDF) said in a series of Facebook posts that it had been alerted to
Boeing jet bound for Toronto crash-lands at Guyana airport, 10 injured, World News,GEOGETOWN, GUYANA – Ten people were injured in scenes described as \”chaos\” as a Boeing airliner carrying 126 people, most of them Canadians, crash-landed in Guyana's capital Georgetown on Friday (Nov 9), skidding
Jang Ja-yeon's 2009 suicide: Actress Lee Mi-sook answers call to reveal truth, Entertainment News,SEOUL – Actress Yoon Ji-oh has long asked for artists who knew Jang Ja-yeon, who committed suicide in 2009, to speak up to bring the culprits to justice. Jang, 29, left behind a letter saying she w
Kim Jong Un wants another Trump summit to speed denuclearization: Moon Jae-In, Asia News,SEOUL – North Korea's Kim Jong Un wants a second summit with US President Donald Trump soon to hasten denuclearization, but a key goal is declaring an end this year to the 1950-53 Korean War, the South'
Is HDB's Silver Housing Bonus scheme worth considering?, Money News,As our population ages, more and more Singaporeans are approaching their golden years. By helping them leverage the value of their existing property through schemes like Silver Housing Bonus (SHB) and Lease Buyback Scheme (LBS)
Dead American told island tribe 'Jesus loves you' before he was attacked by arrows, World News,PORT BLAIR, India – An American missionary killed in a hail of arrows by an island tribe untouched by modern civilisation was bent on converting them to Christianity, it emerged Thursday. John Al
'He pushed me violently': Singaporean alleges Bangkok tuk-tuk driver turned aggressive over $6 fare, Singapore News,[UPDATE Sept 6] The Thai Tourist Police said they managed to contact the tuk-tuk driver Thongkham Cherdchai who was accused of being aggressive and rude to the Singaporean to
Wing Tai chairman sells Nassim Road bungalow property for $230 million, Business Wires News,A privately-owned company controlled by Wing Tai Holdings chairman Cheng Wai Keung and his wife, Helen, has sold a sprawling bungalow property at 33 Nassim Road for S$230 million. The price reflects S$2,721 p
FTX debacle sparks investor rethink of battered crypto market, Money News,NEW YORK/LONDON – With major cryptocurrency exchange FTX on the brink of collapse, some investors are beginning to question the viability of a sector already bruised by the bitcoin bubble bursting and closures of key market pl
$366k cheated: 13 reports of 4D lottery scams involving 'God of Fortune' between January and October, Singapore News,SINGAPORE – Victims of 4D lottery scams were cheated of about $366,000 between January and October this year, the police said in a statement on Monday (Dec 3). There were 13
'Disinfectant-flavour' bubble tea: Chinese woman suffers chemical burns, China News,Bubble tea fans, you might want to take a sniff at your drink before slurping it. A thirsty woman in Fujian, China, recently had a sip of her bubble tea and realised something was wrong. The drink had a wei
Daily roundup: Advertising firm owner charged with assaulting security supervisor at Roxy Square – and other top stories today, World News,Stay in the know with a recap of our top stories today. 1. Advertising firm owner charged with assaulting security supervisor at Roxy Square The alleged assailan
ERP rates to drop for the year-end holidays, Singapore News,ERP rates will drop by $1.00 across 11 gantries for the December school holidays, starting from Nov 22, 2021. LTA states on Twitter that the changes are being made in view of the year-end school holidays. This latest change will see 11 gant
Chinese New Year ang bao rates 2021: How much should you put in the red packets?, Money News,Red packet, or more affectionately known as Ang Bao, is a traditional monetary gift given among family and friends during Chinese New Year. In particular, CNY ang baos are given from the married to the unmar
Cost of getting a Class 2B motorcycle license in Singapore, Money News,For some, motorcycles are a symbol of freedom and empowerment. For others, they're a fuss-free, cost-effective way to travel. No matter why you want to ride, here's how much it'll cost you. The recent ban of Person
Daily roundup: Woman escapes five days of abuse, rape – and other top stories today, World News,Stay in the know with a recap of our top stories today. 1. Woman escapes five-day hell after being kidnapped, repeatedly raped, abused A 25-year-old woman was abducted, locked up in a house and raped repe
Former attorney-general Walter Woon joins Lee Suet Fern's legal defence team, Singapore News,Legal heavyweights Walter Woon and Tan Chee Meng are lined up on opposite sides in the disciplinary tribunal looking into any possible misconduct by Mrs Lee Suet Fern in preparing the last will of her l
Mother's Day gift guide: 10 fab ideas for pampering mum, Lifestyle News,Any day is a good day to show your appreciation to Mum but with Mother’s Day (May 9) (Sunday) just round the bend, we’ve sussed out great ideas and places to spoil her silly. From spas, to staycations and glorious brunches,
Take note, foodies: Singapore Food Festival is back with live masterclasses, physical workshops and lots of good food, Lifestyle News,Foodies, here is something new to look forward to: the Singapore Food Festival is back again for its 28th edition from Aug 27 to Sep 12. The theme for this year'
Paris Hilton's ex wants engagement ring back, Entertainment News,Actor Chris Zylka reportedly wants Paris Hilton's engagement ring back – even though it was a gift from celebrity jeweller Michael Greene to the DJ and socialite. The 'Leftovers' star reportedly wants his former fia
Daily roundup: Singaporean transforms from flab to fab with One Punch Man workout – and other top stories today, World News,Stay in the know with a recap of our top stories today. 1. Singaporean guy transforms from flab to fab with One Punch Man superhero workout 38-year-old Singaporean Sean Seah up
'Bong' vs 'Bongbong' election drama builds in Philippines; Duterte move expected, Asia News,MANILA – Philippine voters were bracing themselves on Sunday (Nov 14) for more drama in a presidential race that already features a \”Bong\” versus \”Bongbong\” match-up and a potential 11th-h
China calls on Canada to free Huawei CFO Meng Wanzhou or face consequences, Business Wires News,BEIJING – China warned Canada on Saturday (Dec 8) that there would be severe consequences if it did not immediately release Huawei Technologies Co Ltd's chief financial officer, calling the case \”ext
From Forbidden Palace to Yishun: HK actor Benz Hui's link to Empress Cixi, Entertainment News,Veteran Hong Kong actor Benz Hui may be a familiar face to all of us who grew up watching Hong Kong dramas. In fact, he shocked Singaporeans when it was revealed that he moved to Yishun last year. With
Cecilia Cheung clarifies a wedding is 'not going to happen' after bridal photo fools fans, Entertainment News,Cecilia Cheung's recent Instagram post has got fans wondering – did she or didn't she? Get married, that is. The actress had wiped all photos from her account and retreat
SIA 'in-flight meals' fully booked within 30 minutes, Lifestyle News,SINGAPORE – More than 900 seats that were available for Singapore Airlines' (SIA's) Restaurant A380 @ Changi dining experience were sold out within 30 minutes after bookings opened on Monday (Oct 12). Customers
Thai 'Indiana Jones' divers scour Bangkok's murky river for treasure, Asia News,Kneeling before his homemade metal scuba helmet, Bhoomin Samang prays for good fortune before he dives into the day's work — scouring the bed of Bangkok's Chao Phraya river for sunken treasure.
Want to be Danish? You'd better shake hands, World News,COPENHAGEN – Afghan-born Sakandar Khan, 30, was among the first nine new Danish citizens who shook hands with Denmark's immigration minister under a new law that makes a handshake the final step in the naturalization process. \”This is
Daily roundup: Controversial Namewee returns with pig-themed CNY video – and other top stories today, World News,Stay in the know with a recap of our top stories today. 1. Controversial Namewee returns with pig-themed Chinese New Year video Winner of a Malaysian beauty contest Haneesya Hanee has los
Trump fires US Secret Service chief in another high-level ouster, World News,WASHINGTON – President Donald Trump is removing the director of the US Secret Service, the agency that provides protection for him and other top US officials, the White House said on Monday (April 8), a day after the ouster
Daily roundup: Singer Steven Cheung admits to cheating with 4 other women – and other top stories today, World News,Stay in the know with a recap of our top stories today. 1. HK singer Steven Cheung admits to cheating on fiancee with 4 other women The 34-year-old made a public apology for his \”evil
6 in 10 S'porean households recycle regularly, though misconceptions about the process remain: Surveys, Singapore News,SINGAPORE – About six in 10 Singaporean households recycle at least once a week, with items such as paper materials and clothes among the most common items being recycled, acco
At least 19 students die in India fire: medical officer, Asia News,At least 19 students — most of them female — died Friday in a fire at an Indian building housing a college, officials said, as images showed people jumping to escape the blaze. \”The students lost their life both because of the fire
From shy student to radical polemicist, ISIS bride Hoda Muthana in US crosshairs, World News,WASHINGTON – As a shy, studious teenager in Alabama, Hoda Muthana rarely made waves. After her abrupt transformation into a fiery supporter of the Islamic State i n Iraq and Syria (ISIS), she is under the sc
14 current mega developments and how they've performed , Money News,Mega developments saw solid demand in the past two years, from Normanton Park to Parc Clematis and Treasure at Tampines. In fact, if you are looking to buy such a unit today, you’d find slim pickings as most of the mega develop
Daily roundup: Lin Chi-ling goes wild at wedding afterparty, tries to strip Akira – and other top stories today, World News,Stay in the know with a recap of our top stories today. 1. Lin Chi-ling goes wild at wedding afterparty, tries to strip Akira With her elegant and squeaky-clean image, you migh
MediShield Life vs Integrated Shield Plan: 3 things you didn’t know, Lifestyle News,Did you know that if you are a Singapore Citizen or Permanent Resident, you are covered by MediShield Life? In addition, did you know that two-thirds of Singaporeans and Permanent Residents have bought Integrated Shi
Australia PM Morrison loses control of WeChat Chinese account as election looms, World News,SYDNEY – Australia's Prime Minister Scott Morrison's Liberal Party lost access to his official WeChat social media account months ago, politicians said on Monday (Jan 24), issuing claims of censorsh
Daily roundup: Food poisoning so bad Nancy Sit thought she was going to die – and other top stories today, World News,Stay in the know with a recap of our top stories today. 1. Food poisoning so bad Nancy Sit thought she was going to die Veteran actress Nancy Sit suffered from suspected food poison
Alien will not feature Ripley or any familiar characters other than Xenomorph, Entertainment News,The Alien franchise is known for both the design of its iconic sci-fi horror and also for bringing the genre into the public's collective unconscious, so it is no surprise that a TV series for the
Kenneth Ma breaks fans' hearts with Weibo post after girlfriend's cheating scandal , Entertainment News,Several days after his girlfriend Jacqueline Wong was caught cheating with Andy Hui in the backseat of a car, TVB actor Kenneth Ma resurfaced on Weibo. \”Continue…… Working hard……\” the 45
Stars and fans show up to pay last respects to Yammie Lam, Entertainment News,A memorial service on Friday (Nov 9) for the late TVB actress Yammie Lam drew a crowd of 300 celebrities and fans to St Anne’s Church in Stanley, Hong Kong. Lam, 55, who was baptised in the church in 2013, was found dead i
5 ways to make the most of Phase 2 while still wfh, Lifestyle News,WFH has its own unique perks such as flexibility, time to exercise, avoiding peak traffic commuting, managing a healthy work-life balance, financial savings, and quality family time. And now with the island almost back to normal with
Japan Catholic church to open sex abuse probe, Asia News,TOKYO – The Catholic Church in Japan said on Tuesday (April 9) it will launch an internal probe into claims of sexual abuse against children by its clergy, after a wave of paedophilia revelations worldwide. The standing committee of the bishop
S. Korean cult leader jailed for raping followers, Asia News,A South Korean cult leader was convicted Thursday of the multiple rape of eight female followers — some of whom believed he was God — and jailed for 15 years. Pastor Lee Jaerock's victims were \”unable to resist as they were subject
Different Heroes: She's chasing her dream of becoming a K-pop star, Singapore News,Aqiyah Bte Mohmad is just like any other teenager with dreams of being star, more specifically, a K-pop star. Displaying knowledge of the hard work and training that goes into being a Korean pop idol, Aqiyah says
3 wellness clubs to rest and rejuvenate this year end, Lifestyle News,December is usually when everyone looks back on the last 12 months and considers what they want to accomplish next. Wellness clubs are a great place to do a year-end reset. These recently developed ones help to relax your body, mi
Former baggage handler admits swopping tags of 286 bags at Changi Airport Terminal 2, Singapore News,SINGAPORE – Feeling aggrieved at his company for not helping to ease his workload, a baggage handler at Changi Airport Terminal 2 decided to swop the baggage tags of 286 bags belonging to Singapore A
Subway worker jailed for molesting NUS student, Singapore News,A Subway sandwich-maker was jailed for seven months on Thursday last week for molesting a male National University of Singapore (NUS) student. Malaysian Rajakumar Arjunan, 34, was working at a Subway outlet in NUS at the time of the offe
Musk says he hasn't and won't sell any Dogecoin, Digital News,Tesla Inc Chief Executive Officer and cryptocurrency supporter Elon Musk said on Thursday (May 20) he has not and will not sell any of his dogecoin holdings. Earlier this month, he called the cryptocurrency a \”hustle\” during his
Nappy new year! Singapore welcomes first babies of 2019, Singapore News,SINGAPORE – As revellers celebrated the start of 2019 on Tuesday (Jan 1), two couples had extra reason to celebrate as the clock hit midnight. This year's first New Year's Day baby was born at exactly 12am in KK Women&
Dutch seize 90,000 bottles of vodka headed for North Korea, World News,THE HAGUE – Dutch customs agents at the port of Rotterdam seized 90,000 bottles of vodka believed to be headed for sanctions-hit North Korea, officials said. The discovery of the Russian booze on a Chinese cargo ship was announce
Fire on 50th floor of Trump Tower kills 1, injures 4, World News,NEW YORK – An elderly man died late Saturday after a blaze erupted on the 50th floor of Trump Tower in New York which also injured four firefighters, officials said. The New York Police Department said the 67-year-old man was found \”un
5 reasons why digital angbaos are the way to go this Chinese New Year, Money News,E-angbaos: Staying safe and winning free money? Count us in. With PM Lee endorsing digital angbaos with conviction — putting it out there that the process is ‘simple and fast’ no less — that’s reason enough for you to
May 2022 HDB BTO stack analysis: Bukit Merah, Queenstown, Toa Payoh, Yishun and Jurong West, Money News,The thing about going for a BTO flat is that since the flats aren't built yet, you won't be able to see the exact locations of the flats. (This is unlike opting for a resale flat, whereb
Keeping up with Kylie: Jenner is world's youngest billionaire, Entertainment News,LOS ANGELES – Kylie Jenner on Tuesday was named the youngest self-made billionaire of all time by Forbes magazine, thanks to the booming cosmetics company she founded three years ago. Jenner, 21, the half-sister o
Real-life photos of the Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra revealed, Digital News,Real-life photos of the upcoming Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra have been posted by tipster Jon Prosser. Similar to the renders by @OnLeaks and Digit, the Galaxy S22 Ultra has a similar design as the Galaxy Note series with an S Pen s
'Wich' is which? Top 10 words that students often misspell in their essays, Lifestyle News,There are a few words that can be tricky to spell, no matter how simple they may be. In fact, you’d be surprised to know that the most commonly confusing words to spell are those that we use everyday
10 places in Singapore that look right out of a sci-fi movie – 2 of which are Westworld filming locations, Lifestyle News,Singapore has come a long way since its fishing village days and when you look around you now, the buildings are starting to look like they are from the future. With how futuris
Retirement planning ads draw flak over portrayal of elderly, Singapore News,In one commercial, a young office worker has to take care of his family and meet the demands of his parents. In another, elderly commuters click their tongues in disapproval at an inconsiderate teenager on a bus. Meant to en
A year after Avicii's death, family sets up suicide prevention foundation in his memory, Entertainment News,Avicii's family will honour him with the launch of the Tim Bergling Foundation on the first anniversary of his death. The 'Levels' hitmaker – whose foundation has taken its
Kiernan Shipka's Sabrina returning for Riverdale season 6 crossover, Entertainment News,After a long wait, a Riverdale and Chilling Adventures of Sabrina crossover is finally here. Kiernan Shipka's Sabrina Spellman is reprising her role as the teenage witch in the upcoming Riverdale season
8 most useful apps which can help you save money and earn rewards, Singapore News,We don't really know how it came to be but \”giving away free money\” seems to be a viable business strategy these days. Of course, discounts, gifts and promos have always been tried and tested tools employed by mar
Tosh Zhang steps down as Pink Dot ambassador after outcry over derogatory tweets, Entertainment News,Local actor Tosh Zhang has stepped down as an ambassador for this year's Pink Dot event for the lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and queer (LGBTQ) community. Barely three days since his appoi
TPG mobile Singapore 50GB for $10 SIM only plan review (2020), Lifestyle News,For way too long, Singapore’s telecommunications industry was controlled by the Big 3. But things have been changing in the past few years, and a new mobile telco has joined the fray. TPG Mobile Singapore has launched a 50
Protests erupt in India after top judge cleared of sexual harassment, Asia News,NEW DELHI – Dozens of protesters gathered outside India's Supreme Court on Tuesday, a day after a panel of judges dismissed a sexual harassment complaint against the chief justice, carrying placards demanding a new
Man killed in new cow lynching in India, World News,Indian police said on Saturday (April 13) one man was killed and three injured in an attack by a mob while they were skinning a dead ox, in the latest case of so-called cow lynching. The animal is revered by Hindus and according to Human Rights Wat
HRW urges Japan to change transgender 'sterilisation' law, Asia News,Japan should \”urgently\” revise a law that effectively requires transgender people to be surgically sterilised if they want legal recognition of their gender identity, Human Rights Watch said Wednesday. Under rules introdu
Philippine rebels declare holiday truce; government says won't be fooled, Asia News,Maoist rebels in the Philippines declared a ceasefire on Friday for the Christmas and New Year holidays, but the government said it would not be fooled into joining the truce. Guerrillas from the Communist Party
Donald Trump helped parents shield millions from taxes, says New York Times, World News,WASHINGTON – United States President Donald Trump engaged in tax schemes that included cases of fraud in which he and his siblings helped their parents dodge taxes, the New York Times reported on Tuesday (Oct 2).
Daily roundup: 9 things every first-time HDB homeowner must know before renovating their flat – and other top stories today, World News,Stay in the know with a recap of our top stories today. 1. 9 things every first-time HDB homeowner must know before renovating their flat You may earn a fine of up
5-year-old British boy with cancer says sorry to mum before dying in her arms, World News,A young boy died last Friday (Nov 9) in England from a rare cancer, hours after apologising to his mother. \”Mummy, I'm so sorry for this,\” Charlie Proctor was quoted as saying by his mother Amber Schofield
NEA takes action against illegal hawkers at Paya Lebar, Singapore News,Action has been taken against two illegal hawkers after they sold food such as mee bakso (meatball noodles) from a field at Paya Lebar. A National Environment Agency (NEA) spokesman told The New Paper yesterday that it took enfor
Singapore Tourism Board suspends Asian Travels Network licence for breaching travel agent regulations, Singapore News,SINGAPORE – The Singapore Tourism Board (STB) has suspended the licence of local travel agent Asian Travels Network for breaching industry regulations. The suspension, which took eff
Foreign worker who had sex with 12-year-old girl gets 22 years' jail and 18 strokes of the cane, Singapore News,SINGAPORE – A construction worker gave his phone numbers to a 12-year-old girl who caught his eye on the MRT, then sexually groomed her before taking her to secluded areas for sex. On
Researchers discover how sleep helps the body fight germs, Health News,It looks like your mother was right: when you've got a cold, sleep may be the best medicine. German researchers have discovered one way sleep improves the body's ability to fight off a cold. Sleep, it seems, strengthens
