The 5 Best BJJ Schools In Singapore, Asia News,Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (BJJ) has started to dominate the martial arts scene in recent years, offering not only an effective workout but a powerful martial art to hone skills for situations involving one-on-one self-defence. In Singapore alone, BJJ has take
Dopey tigers in Vietnam's Lunar New Year display got us chuckling, Asia News,As countries around the world prepare to celebrate Lunar New Year, this year's zodiac animal — the tiger — has popped up in many public spaces. However, a few tigers on the prowl in Phu Tho, Vietnam have got netiz
'We spent less than $5,000': TikTok user's low-budget home renovation has netizens debating, Lifestyle News,Most homeowners are aware that renovation costs can be quite brutal and five-figure sums are almost a given. So when Fairuz Almuddin mentioned that her kitchen renovation cost d
'Once again, empty tables': Eatery with differently-abled staff appeals for help online, Lifestyle News,The many rounds of Covid-19 restrictions have left most of us feeling exhausted and one of the hardest-hit sectors is the F&B industry. Dignity Kitchen, a food court at Boon Keng tha
Texas woman arrested for hate crime against Indians in viral video, World News,WASHINGTON – Police in Texas arrested a woman who they said shouted racial abuse at four Indian women in a viral video, telling them to \”Go back to India,\” in an incident brought to the attention of federal authorities. \”
Otterly cute? Otters feast on koi after sneaking into Newton condo pool, Singapore News,Otter sightings never fail to brighten up Singaporeans' days. The cute critters have made an appearance again, and this time around they had a splashin' good time in the swimming pool of a condominium i
Yeo Yann Yann once told by director 'you're not pretty, not very talented, why are you still acting?', Entertainment News,Why I Do What I Do is an original AsiaOne series where we showcase people with uncommon professions and what it takes to get there. She was just a young starlet wh
Tokyo 2020 President Mori to resign over sexist comments: Media, Asia News,TOKYO – Yoshiro Mori, president of the Tokyo 2020 Olympics organising committee, is set to step down over sexist remarks he made saying women talked too much, the Fuji News Network reported on Thursday (Feb 11). The comments,
Tap dancing lions? Dance troupe withdraws from Chingay 2021 after criticism over segment, Singapore News,SINGAPORE – Local dance troupe Dance Spectrum International (DSI), which was slated to perform a tap dance segment in Chingay 2021, has decided not to participate in the annual celebrations. This
Trump promises N. Korea's Kim can stay in power, World News,US President Donald Trump tried to put his summit with Kim Jong Un back on track Thursday, offering the North Korean leader guarantees of staying in power if he abandons nuclear weapons. As prospects for a historic summit next month be
Kingdom Hearts 4 trailer teases Star Wars crossover, Entertainment News,The eagle eyes of fans have done it again. This time, it looks like Star Wars fans have spotted a hint of an AT-ST‘s foot in the Kingdom Hearts 4 trailer, in what seems to be in a forest, which is possibly on the forest moon of
'It's so bad it's good': Singaporeans and Malaysians are lapping up these deliberately ugly portraits sold online, Singapore News,Fancy having your own customised portrait? Now you don't have to pay a hefty penny for it. Singaporeans and Malaysians have been buying cheap and
Church of England leader apologises for comparing climate change to rise of Nazis, World News,LONDON – Archbishop of Canterbury Justin Welby apologised on Monday (Nov 1) after saying world leaders who fail to act on climate change could be making a bigger mistake than their predecessors who ignored
Huawei to roll out Harmony OS to more products next year, but not phones and tablets, Digital News,Chinese tech giant Huawei Technologies plans to equip more of its products with its Harmony operating system (OS) next year, and will promote them at home and abroad, a Huawei spokesman said on Monday.
French first lady is 'truly ugly', says Brazilian minister, World News,RIO DE JANEIRO – A Brazilian government minister said on Thursday (Sept 5) that French first lady Brigitte Macron was \”truly ugly\”, only days after the country's president appeared to endorse an attack on her appea
'Patronise these silent sufferers', KF Seetoh highlights plight of tech-illiterate hawkers during Phase 2 (Heightened Alert), Singapore News,With Phase 2's (Heightened Alert) dining-in restrictions, eateries across the country are seeing a drastic decrease in footfall, and non-tech-sa
South Korea says will no longer accept unreasonable behaviour by North Korea, Asia News,SEOUL – South Korea's presidential Blue House said on Wednesday that recent North Korean criticism of President Moon Jae-in was senseless and that it will no longer accept unreasonable behaviour by the North
Instagram pushes youths to use safety initiatives, to avoid hacks, scams and cyberbullying, Digital News,Social media has become such an important part of many youth's lives. Whether they're busy keeping up with their favourite influencers and celebrities or sharing a slice of their life w
I was stunned, says Marquee clubber whose breast was groped by man in viral video, Singapore News,It was her first time going to a club and all she wanted was a good time with her friends. Unfortunately, Zara, who declined to have her real name published, got more than what she bargained for when a
Netizens crabby after House of Seafood takes crabs out on 'stroll' in Punggol, Singapore News,In Covid-19 times, heading to the park can provide a great release from the frustrations of being cooped up at home. Chances are, you'd come across others exercising or spending some quality
Man goes viral for 'hacking' Jollibee gravy recipe – here's how you can make it at home, Lifestyle News,What's fried chicken without some good ol' gravy? And if you love fast food, you'll know that no one does it quite like Jollibee. Well, thanks to one enterprising foo
Video of truck crashing into 2 cars at CBD causes alarm, here's what actually happened, Singapore News,It's natural for one to panic after witnessing a road accident in broad daylight but in some circumstances, there is really no need to be alarmed. Case in point, a 13-second crash video t
Woman raises a stink after receiving rotten Mao Shan Wang, Singapore News,A woman who ordered 'Black Gold' Mao Shan Wang durians online was left with a bitter experience after receiving $100 worth of rotten fruit. Taking to Facebook on Oct 30 to voice her displeasure, Xin Ci wrote: \”So exc
Indonesian DJ faces pornography charges over Covid-19 bikini protest, Asia News,JAKARTA – Indonesian police have charged a DJ with violating the country's controversial pornography law after the 28-year-old staged a street protest against Covid-19 movement curbs dressed in a mask and a red two-
Ji Chang-wook gained 12kg while serving military, Entertainment News,South Korean actor Ji Chang-wook greeted fans on live-streaming platform V Live yesterday (May 15) to share stories from his military service. The 31-year-old actor revealed that he gained close to 12kg while serving the military b
Cyclist appears out of nowhere in CTE tunnel, stumbles in front of oncoming traffic, Singapore News,A cyclist had a brush with death after stumbling in front of oncoming traffic in the Central Expressway (CTE) tunnel. In the 69-second video clip circulating online, a man in red can be seen appearing
Gay couple ask internet if it's okay to come to Singapore – get a warm welcome, Singapore News,It's pretty common for anyone to feel pre-travel jitters, not knowing what to expect when they go to another country. As the saying goes, \”When in Rome, do as the Romans do\”, so one gay couple de
Top reactions that perfectly capture Microsoft's Activision-Blizzard acquisition, Digital News,It certainly came as a huge, huge surprise to the gaming crowd, but Microsoft is set to officially acquire Activision-Blizzard for a whopping US$68.7 billion (S$93 billion), which would go down in the
Myanmar army chief accuses government of 'unacceptable mistakes' ahead of election, Asia News,YANGON – Myanmar's army chief said on Tuesday (Nov 3) the civilian government was making \”unacceptable mistakes\” in the run-up to a pivotal general election on Sunday, the second democratic v
TransCom officers approached madrasah students to meet quota? It's fake, say police, Singapore News,SINGAPORE – Allegations that Public Transport Security Command (TransCom) officers conducting checks had approached two madrasah students because they had a quota to hit are untrue and irresponsi
Nicki Minaj suing blogger for calling her a 'cokehead', Entertainment News,Nicki Minaj is suing blogger Nosey Heaux for $75,000 (S$105,447) for calling her a \”cokehead.\” The rapper, 39, claims Nosey – real name Marley Green – shared a video Monday (Sept 12) that included allegations the si
KFC apologises for 'sexist' Australian ad, World News,CANBERRA – KFC apologised for an advertisement in Australia that shows two boys ogling a woman's breasts, after calls from a local campaign group to boycott the fast-food giant over the ad it called \”sexist\”, the Australian Associa
'At least stop the abuse': Netizens call out passer-by for laughing while woman hits senior with slippers in Hougang, Singapore News,What would you do in this situation? For this passer-by who witnessed an assault outside a shopping mall, her actions of standing on the sidelines has got so
Malaysian couple holds 'drive-thru' wedding amid Covid-19 outbreak, Lifestyle News,With the Covid-19 outbreak not letting up, many have cancelled their plans, postponed their weddings, and individuals have been encouraged to practise social distancing among other safety precautions impleme
Unreasonable? Man berates masked woman for coughing and 'spreading the disease' on MRT train, Singapore News,After two years of the pandemic and getting bogged down by various restrictions, it's understandable that plenty of anxiety has been created, especially when it comes to hygien
Online poll sexualising female Islamic religious teachers removed from social media platform, Singapore News,SINGAPORE – An online poll sexualising ustazah, or female Islamic religious teachers, with a view to commit sexual violence against them has been removed from social media platform MeWe. Mr D
Pope rules against investigating Canadian cardinal over sex assault claim, World News,VATICAN CITY – Pope Francis has decided there is not sufficient evidence to open a Church investigation into Canadian Cardinal Marc Ouellet over allegations of sexual assault, the Vatican said in a statement on Thu
'There will be dad and mum': Vladimir Putin rules out Russia legalising gay marriage, World News,MOSCOW – President Vladimir Putin said on Thursday (Feb 13) that Russia would not legalise gay marriage as long as he was in the Kremlin. He made clear he would not allow the traditional notion
$26 just for Sprite? Annoyed woman says she only got drink despite ordering meal on delivery platform, Singapore News,Nothing frustrates a hungry food delivery customer more than an incomplete order, especially after forking out a pretty penny for it. One woman got particularly upset over hers, comp
Titus Low's steamy TikTok collab with MsPuiyi leaves wife Cheryl Chin in tears , Lifestyle News,Local YouTuber Titus Low, and Malaysian influencer Siew Pui Yi (more commonly known as MsPuiyi) working together on a TikTok video. What could possibly go wrong? From Cheryl Chin's point of view
'Even army food tasted better': Man complains about food served on SIA flight, airline responds, Lifestyle News,National carrier Singapore Airlines (SIA) has responded to feedback about its in-flight menu after a man complained about the food he was served onboard. Facebook user Anderson S
'I'm Black and I don't wanna use it': African in Singapore on locals asking him if they can use the N-word, Singapore News,As an African who grew up in Singapore, a contentious topic which Alvin Philemon Makundi has had to navigate around is the N-word and who has the ‘right’ to
