Apple doubles down on blocking sideloading of apps in latest report, Digital News,The fight against the sideloading of apps continues, as Apple double downs on its stance against opening up its ecosystem in a new report, which pushes back against critics and regulatory pressure to open up its popula
It took me almost 10 years to be diagnosed with endometriosis, Lifestyle News,For years, I experienced excruciating pain whenever I had my period. I’d always thought that the cramps and backaches were “normal” and part of womanhood, even when they turned debilitating and left me unable to walk at ti
Cafe community: What's with all the java, Joo Chiat?, Lifestyle News,If you find yourself parched and in dire need of caffeine, you'll want to head straight to Joo Chiat Road. This 1.6km stretch of now very crowded road is packed with more cafes than the heritage enclave has ever seen. Eac
How reviewing contact lenses made me discover I've been living with damaged corneas, Lifestyle News,I recently found out my corneas are damaged due to a decade of irresponsible contact lens usage and I'm the first to admit it's 100 per cent my fault. Here's how it unfolded: I
What is chloroquine and could it cure the coronavirus?, Lifestyle News,WASHINGTON – Could a pair of decades-old, relatively inexpensive drugs be the solution to the novel coronavirus pandemic? Around the world, countries are expanding access to hydroxychloroquine (HCQ) and chloroquine (CQ), related
Ikea store in Italy draws praise for opening its doors to stray dogs, World News,Animal lovers have taken to social media to praise an Ikea store in Italy for opening its doors to stray dogs, with many posts showing the canines happily lounging among furniture displays. Ms Martine Taccia posted a vi
How this young mum is making reproductive health screening a routine for every woman in Singapore, Lifestyle News,When Maria Wang-Faulkner’s first pregnancy ended abruptly in a miscarriage at seven weeks she was in a state of shock. “I had no dedicated care provider at the time because OBGYNs (obste
Distancing and masks cut Covid-19 risk, says largest review of evidence, World News,LONDON – Keeping at least one metre apart and wearing face masks and eye protection are the best ways to cut the risk of Covid-19 infection, according to the largest review to date of studies on coronavirus disease t
So, you've gotten into a car accident. Here's how it will affect your insurance policy, Lifestyle News,Getting into a car accident can be a physically and emotionally traumatizing event. Besides this heavy toll, it can also be damaging to your finances. This is because a car accident is no
Elon Musk's SpaceX poised to become most valuable US start-up, Money News,NEW YORK — Billionaire Elon Musk's SpaceX is poised to become the most valuable US start-up as its valuation rose to over US$125 billion (S$173 billion) in an ongoing share sale in the secondary market, sources famil
Hundreds protest Hong Kong student's expulsion from university in row over free speech, Asia News,HONG KONG – More than 200 protesters gathered on Thursday (March 7) at a Hong Kong university to condemn the expulsion of a student defending free speech, in what was seen as another incremental si
10 bakeries that still sell traditional Chinese pastries and sweets , Lifestyle News,Raise your hands if you grew up eating traditional Chinese pastries and sweets such as tau sar piah (mung bean paste pastry) and lao po bing (wife cake or winter melon pastry) fed to you by your grandparents or well
How to tell if you're ready for an open relationship, Lifestyle News,Been wanting to explore an open relationship? Whatever your reasons — whether you and your partner have mismatched libidos or you just want meaningful connections with more people — you shouldn’t worry that you’d be cheating.
Indonesia's Aceh province to stop whipping criminals in public: Officials, Asia News,BANDA ACEH, Indonesia – Indonesia's Aceh province will stop whipping criminals in public after a wave of international condemnation of the practice, local officials said on Thursday (April 12). The conserv
From travel insurance to flight hygiene: 5 questions about post-Covid-19 travel, Lifestyle News,It’s unfortunate the travel bug has caught the actual bug. As you use the excess time now to sketch your dream holiday, answering these 5 questions should help you navigate the tricky terrain of a post-pa
Buy-now, pay-later plans: Are they really worth it?, Money News,In Singapore, over 1.1 million people have used a Buy-Now, Pay-Later (BNPL) solution when buying something online or in stores. These plans allow you to purchase things immediately and pay off the bill in smaller, monthly instalments. W
Floods hit 7 states in Malaysia, thousands more evacuated, Malaysia News,KUALA LUMPUR – Seven states in Malaysia were hit by floods on Sunday (Jan 2) and thousands of people were evacuated, taking the total affected by heavy rain in the last two weeks to over 125,000, the National Disaster Managemen
OtterBox's new glass screen protector can kill bacteria and germs, Digital News,We have seen phone cases with anti-microbial properties, but haven't seen glass screen protectors with this feature until now. In partnership with Corning, OtterBox announces its new Amplify Glass screen protec
7 things to do to ease the maintenance of your newly-renovated abode, Lifestyle News,As most seasoned first time homeowners would tell you, keeping a new abode fresh and pristine clean is not going to be an easy affair. However, you can achieve that by doing the right thing, that is to include preem
5 salary negotiation tips for your new job, Lifestyle News,If you are reading this article, you are likely on the salary negotiation step of your job search— congratulations! Even though salary negotiations usually occur after you've already received a job offer, they can still be challenging t
Thinking of being a socially conscious consumer but not sure how? Here's a good place to start, Lifestyle News,The concept of being a ‘socially conscious’ consumer is becoming more mainstream and many recognise the benefits and want to vote with their hearts and wallets. However, a big stumblin
Should I switch electricity retailers? 5 most common questions answered, Lifestyle News,The Open Electricity Market (OEM) has been in effect ever since May 1, 2019. Everyone in Singapore can choose their preferred electricity retailer. In theory, it sounds wonderfully liberating: Yay, cheaper electr
Singaporeans to get to shape curriculum new citizens undergo before getting their ICs, Singapore News,SINGAPORE – How should a new citizen of Singapore behave? What values, norms and rights should they uphold? What are some of their obligations to the city and their fellow Singaporeans? Singaporeans
What is Osteoporosis? Symptoms, Causes, and Treatment – TIME BUSINESS NEWS,Osteoporosis is a common bone disease that affects millions of people around the world, particularly older adults. Often referred to as the “silent disease,” osteoporosis can progress without any noticeable symptoms until a f
'Extraordinary breakthrough' could lead to universal flu vaccine, Health News,Scientists said Monday they had discovered immune cells that can fight all known flu viruses in what was hailed as an \”extraordinary breakthrough\” that could lead to a universal, one-shot vaccine against the kill
What you need to know about donating breast milk in Singapore, Lifestyle News,A mother’s breast milk is the best food for her baby, so if you have extra, you can donate it to other mums who need it. Donating breast milk in Singapore is just one way you can help make a difference in the community, as
26 celebrity engagement rings that are big, bold and beautiful, Lifestyle News,One of the first things we do whenever a female celebrity gets engaged is to check out her engagement ring. And the questions pop up quickly and naturally: how big is the diamond? Is it a diamond, or another type of preci
Biden promises candour on human rights as US-China talks begin, World News,WASHINGTON – US President Joe Biden told Chinese leader Xi Jinping that he hoped to have a candid conversation about human rights and security issues as the two began a meeting meant to lower tensions between the two global s
Singaporean dad shares heartfelt comic on migrant workers to teach son empathy, Lifestyle News,'Never judge a book by its cover.' Chances are, we already know this saying by heart. But as humans, there is an unconscious bias. It is a natural thing for us to err and make prior judgements, e
Renovating your first condominium property? Here's what you need to know, Lifestyle News,Renovating a condominium is different since the process is more complicated than a typical HDB renovation. Therefore, it is inevitable that a greater degree of planning and legwork is required. Nevertheless
Social distancing and super-spreaders: Coronavirus lingo goes viral, Lifestyle News,Social distancing, fourteen-ine, super-spreader: as the novel coronavirus balloons across the globe, new vocabulary associated with the illness is taking hold. Here is some lingo — both new and old — linked to the
