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
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
'I'll walk with you': Christchurch mosque shootings prompts flood of support, World News,CHRISTCHURCH – New Zealanders have responded to the Christchurch mosque massacres with an outpouring of interfaith solidarity – crowdfunding millions of dollars, donating halal food and even offer
Want to elevate your property investing knowledge? Here are 7 terms you should know, Money News,From enjoying food to queuing, Singaporeans have many common love interests. At the very top of Singaporeans’ love interests is our love affair with property. If given a chance, every Singaporean wants to
Covid-19 cases in Asia surpass 100 million: Reuters tally, World News,Coronavirus infections in Asia passed 100 million on Wednesday (March 30), according to a Reuters tally, as the region records a resurgence in cases, dominated by the BA.2 Omicron sub-variant. The region is reporting over one mill
Junior SG Adventures EP1: Loyang Tua Pek Kong Temple, Singapore News,In this episode, Thumbs up and our junior hosts will be exploring Loyang Tua Pek Kong Temple. This temple is one of the few places of worship that pays respect to a Taoist Deity, a Hindu God and a Malay Deity, reflecting religious
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
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
Kylie Jenner 'wants to expand brood', Entertainment News,Kylie Jenner is reportedly keen to give her daughter Stormi Webster a sibling soon. The 'Keeping Up with the Kardashians' star welcomed her first child with rapper boyfriend Travis Scott, Stormi Webster, in February, and an
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
Water raining down on several levels of Jewel Changi Airport due to activated sprinkler, Singapore News,SINGAPORE – A sprinkler was activated in Jewel Changi Airport at about 1am on Friday (April 26), causing \”water leakage\” at several levels of the development. Facebook user Loh Boon Kwang uploaded
Trump to fire Homeland Security boss, replace chief of staff: Source, World News,WASHINGTON – US President Donald Trump is expected to remove Department of Homeland Security chief Kirstjen Nielsen and is considering replacing chief of staff John Kelly in another shakeup of his administration, a sour
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
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
Muslim man killed in new suspected India 'cow lynching', Asia News,SRINAGAR, INDIA – Indian police said on Thursday (May 16) they are investigating a case of a Muslim man suspected to have been killed by so-called Hindu cow vigilantes. Cows are revered by Hindus and according to Human Righ
Defiant Australian paper reprints 'racist' Serena Williams cartoon, World News,An Australian newspaper defiantly republished a controversial cartoon of tennis star Serena Williams on its front-page Wednesday, slapping aside \”politically correct\” accusations that the drawing was racist and
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.
E3 2021: The complete schedule guide for all press conferences & shows, Digital News,This week will finally see E3 2021descend upon us. The limitations of reality have forced the annual convention of all things gaming to move into the digital space, but that will hardly dampen the excitement fans wo
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),
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
Singapore's yearly waste weighs the same as 530,000 double-decker buses, and that's not sustainable, Singapore News,Singapore generated 7.7 million tonnes of waste last year, equivalent to the weight of 530,000 double-decker buses. It is an amount that is not sustainable in the long run, s
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
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
Pakistan says will free Indian pilot as 'peace gesture', Asia News,Pakistan said Thursday it will release a captured Indian pilot in a \”peace gesture\”, taking a step towards rapprochement as clashes between the nuclear-armed rivals ignited fears of a disastrous conflict. The pilot, Wing Co
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
Employer of 2 maids who climbed onto window ledge cleared of any wrongdoing, Singapore News,After two incidents of maids desperately clinging onto the clothes rack outside the fourth-storey kitchen window of the same address at Block 38A Bendemeer Road, a red flag was raised at the Ministry of Manpo
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
What to do this weekend (June 17 to 19), Lifestyle News,Ready for the weekend? Here's what you can look forward to this week. 1. Otah & Friends: The Great Kueh Hunt View this post on Instagram A post shared by Otah & Friends (@otahandfriends) Put your sleuthing skills to the test with O
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
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
Oscars: The show must go on… without a host, Entertainment News,LOS ANGELES – Hollywood's biggest night – the Oscars – is set to take place next month without a host for the first time in 30 years, after comedian Kevin Hart pulled out of the gig and no suitable replacement was found. Though o
Thief who stole car with $23.5k worth of valuables from East Coast Park nabbed three days later in Geylang, Singapore News,SINGAPORE – A car containing valuables worth about $23,500 was stolen from an East Coast Park carpark on Sunday evening (April 7). The 31-year-old alleged thief was arrested thr
At least 134 Fulani herders killed in central Mali's worst violence yet, World News,BAMAKO – Gunmen killed at least 134 Fulani herders in central Mali on Saturday, a local mayor said, the deadliest such attack of recent times in a region reeling from worsening ethnic and jihadist violence. The
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,
Woman allegedly duped victim of $130k, claiming money needed for Lee Kuan Yew, Singapore News,SINGAPORE – A dishwasher allegedly duped a man of at least $130,000, claiming that the payments were needed for a Mr Lee Kuan Yew. Tan Hwee Ngo, 69, allegedly committed the offences between 1999 and 2013. O
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
Former Belgian king faces fines if refuses paternity test, World News,BRUSSELS – The former King Albert II of the Belgians has been ordered by a court to submit to a DNA test or face daily fines of 5,000 euros (S$7,665) lawyers said Thursday (May 16). The order was the latest twist in a Belgian'
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
More bodies found as death toll from Indonesia quake nears 2000, Asia News,Nearly 2000 bodies have been recovered from Palu since an earthquake and tsunami struck the Indonesian city, an official said Monday, warning the number would rise with thousands still missing. The death toll from the twin di
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
Trump says transgender policy seeks to 'protect the country', World News,NEW YORK/WASHINGTON – US President Donald Trump said on Monday (Oct 23) that transgender issues were in flux and he aims to protect the country after a report that his administration was considering defining gender as
Ferry capsize kills nearly 80 in Iraq's Mosul: medics, World News,MOSUL – At least 79 people died when an overloaded ferry carrying families on an outing sank in the Tigris river in Mosul in northern Iraq, medical sources told Reuters on Thursday. Most of the casualties on the ferry were women
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
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
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
Stone stackers defy gravity at European championships, World News,Expertly balancing one rock on top of another at the European Stone Stacking Championships, competitors combine skill and artistic creativity to come up with gravity-defying constructions. Now in its third year, the event takes place
Former Changi Airport unit employee charged after receiving more than $200,000 in bribes, Singapore News,SINGAPORE – A former employee of a Changi Airport unit was charged on Monday (Dec 23) after receiving bribes of more than $200,000 from a director of an information technology (IT) firm. James Li
AVA recalls frozen packets of mixed vegetables and sweet corn kernels over listeria fears, Singapore News,SINGAPORE – Consumers here have been advised not to purchase or consume Pinguin frozen mixed vegetables and sweet corn kernels, over a possible listeria contamination. According to a statement f
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
Microsoft claims it managed to fend off the biggest DDoS attack ever recorded, Digital News,Microsoft shared that it managed to fend off the biggest DDoS attack ever recorded. In a blog post, Microsoft says a 2.4 Tbps DDoS attack occurred in the last week of August and it targeted an Azure customer
Malaysian woman, 61, dies in bus accident at Woodlands Checkpoint, Singapore News,SINGAPORE – A Malaysian woman was killed in a bus accident at Woodlands Checkpoint on Monday night (May 20). In response to queries, police said they were alerted to the incident at about 11.40pm. The woman, 61, was pr
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
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
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
5 facilities that resale condo sellers should highlight to potential buyers, Lifestyle News,Most sellers of resale condo units primarily focus on the individual apartment and what the unit features. Traditionally, many owners and their property agents would post property listings by stating the spec
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
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
Instagram influencer shares what happens in seminars run by 'internet marketing gurus' in S'pore, Digital News,It’s enough to make you install an adblocker program or (gasp!) actually pay for a YouTube Premium subscription. We’re talking, of course, about all the so-called internet ma
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
Trump's DC hotel eyed for Democratic probes, World News,WASHINGTON, DC – It's a symbol of Donald Trump's success in real estate in the heart of Washington. Now the Trump International Hotel is about to become a major headache for the president. Trump already battling multiple lawsuits
Here's how you can grow your own edible home garden in sunny Singapore, Lifestyle News,Here’s how to cultivate an edible garden, no matter how limited your space. If you’re thinking about growing some fresh produce of your own, here’s the guide with just the help. From growing Thai basil to che
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
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
Owner of unusual koi tank to appeal to keep it, will try to address HDB's concerns: Baey Yam Keng, Singapore News,SINGAPORE – There might be hope yet that an unusual koi tank built on the doorsteps of a Housing Board flat could be retained, with the owner now working with the Tampines Town Coun
Old video of Whitley secondary school teacher manhandling student surfaces, Singapore News,We've seen a teacher manhandle a student in Singapore before. Now, another video of a similar incident has surfaced. A September 2018 clip of a teacher manhandling a student at Whitley secondary school we
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
Justin Bieber 'upset' over Selena Gomez hospitalisation, Entertainment News,Justin Bieber is said to be \”extremely upset\” following the news that his former flame Selena Gomez is seeking treatment for an \”emotional breakdown\”. The 26-year-old singer suffered a panic attack after being hosp
ViacomCBS teams up with Wattpad Webtoon Studios for potential fanfic romance galore on Paramount+, Entertainment News,ViacomCBS, the media and entertainment conglomerate, is teaming up with Wattpad Webtoon Studios, the haven for fanfiction, webnovels, and webtoons, to develop originals for ViacomCBS
Tell the world we exist: The intersex child on a mission to inform, World News,When Wen Long van Knippenberg wanted to tell fellow pupils about life as an intersex child in the Netherlands, the presentation was banned by her teacher as inappropriate for children. Now the nine-year-old hopes to sprea
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
Khashoggi killing: Sons ask Saudis to return his body, World News,WASHINGTON – The sons of murdered journalist Jamal Khashoggi have asked Saudi authorities to return the body of their father so the family can properly grieve, they told CNN in an interview aired on Sunday (Nov 4). Mr Khashoggi was ki
18 places to get your Korean fried chicken fix, Lifestyle News,Craving for Korean fried chicken after watching Crashing Landing on You and The King: Eternal Monarch? There’s just something about watching the North Korean soldiers tucking into this tasty dish with relish, or Lee Min-ho savouring it e
Grab, Uber fined a combined $13 million by competition watchdog for March merger, Singapore News,SINGAPORE – Singapore's competition watchdog on Monday (Sept 24) fined ride-hailing firms Grab and Uber a combined $13 million for their merger in March, which saw the sale of Uber's South-east
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
Institutional investors expect financial crisis within 5 years: poll, Business Wires News,A MAJORITY of institutional investors are expecting a market crisis to hit in the next one to five years, and most are worried about the systemic risk posed by passive investments, according to a poll by Natixi
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
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
7 best hotpot restaurants for your reunion dinner, Lifestyle News,For most of us, gathering around a bubbling pot of broth with our loved ones just seems to put everyone in a convivial mood. In fact, we love having some hotpot on rainy days especially when the weather is down a few degrees. Whatever
Mount Everest experiences 'traffic jam' as two more climbers die reaching summit, Asia News,KATHMANDU – A huge queue of climbers has formed near the summit of Mount Everest as expedition organisers Thursday (May 23) reported two more deaths on the world's highest mountain. More than 2
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
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
Meat grinder still attached to Giant worker's arm when rushed to NUH, Singapore News,SINGAPORE – A supermarket worker who was using a meat grinder was injured after her left arm was caught in the machine on Friday morning (March 8). The 53-year-old woman works at a 24-hour Giant Express outlet
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
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
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
WHO experts, scientists say no evidence of Covid-19 losing potency despite top Italian doctor's claim, World News,LONDON/MILAN – World Health Organisation experts and a range of other scientists said on Monday (June 1) there was no evidence to support an assertion by a high profile Italian doct
Khaw Boon Wan makes surprise visit to MGS to thank young well-wishers, Singapore News,SINGAPORE – Seven-year-old children were among the well-wishers who sent Transport Minister Khaw Boon Wan messages of encouragement when he was hospitalised for a fractured left arm. In a Facebook post on Wednesday
PM Lee Hsien Loong warns against online scam using his name to solicit bitcoin investments, Singapore News,SINGAPORE – Prime Minister Lee Hsien Loong has warned the public not to be cheated by a website using his name to solicit bitcoin investments. In a Facebook post uploaded on Saturday evening (S
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
What's up with all the intimate beauty care products?, Lifestyle News,When it comes to trying out new products or treatments, doesn't it seem like our face tends to gets the attention over our body? The stats seem to agree. In 2021, Gillette Venus, which specialises in shaving products, fo
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
US to delay China tariff increase after 'substantial progress' in trade talks: Trump, World News,WASHINGTON – The United States is delaying a planned increase of tariffs on more than US$200 billion (S$270 billion) in Chinese exports after \”substantial progress\” made in trade talks, Preside
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
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
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
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
Lorena Bobbitt, who cut off husband's penis in 1993, tells her story in documentary, World News,LOS ANGELES – Mention the name Lorena Bobbitt and the reactions are all too predictable: the knowing snigger, the grimace that indicates pain combined with a protective gesture over the crotch area.
AsiaOne takes on Universal Studios' Halloween Horror Nights 8, Entertainment News,Can you survive a walk through a 'haunted' mansion without shrieking in fear (or perverse pleasure)? That's the challenge we put AsiaOne video producers Sheryl and Livy through for this year's
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
Brazil's Tardelli gets ban for rubbing face during China anthem, China News,China's football association has handed a one-game ban to Shandong Luneng's Brazilian midfielder Diego Tardelli for rubbing his face during the Chinese national anthem before a game. The country's Communi
Results for PSLE, other national exams to be released online, handed out in smaller venues, Singapore News,Results for the 2020 Primary School Leaving Examinations (PSLE) and other national examinations will be released online and can be collected in person at smaller venues with Covid-19 safety mea
Told US security at risk, Chinese firm seeks to sell Grindr dating app, Business Wires News,NEW YORK – Chinese gaming company Beijing Kunlun Tech Co Ltd is seeking to sell Grindr LLC, the popular gay dating app it has owned since 2016, after a US government national security panel raised concerns ab
Take-Two Interactive CEO skeptical of gaming subscription services, Digital News,Strauss Zelnick is sceptical of potential subscription models for games. Zelnick — the top executive at Take-Two Interactive, the parent partner of Rockstar Games and 2K Games — has said subscription services for games
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
Christchurch shooting: Gunman published manifesto, livestreamed shooting in 17-min video, World News,CHRISTCHURCH, NEW ZEALAND – A gunman involved in attacks on New Zealand mosques on Friday (March 15) that left at least 49 people dead published a racist manifesto on Twitter beforehand then livestre
Too little sleep tied to increased heart disease risk, Health News,People who sleep less than six hours a night may be more likely to develop cardiovascular disease than those who sleep seven to eight hours, a Spanish study suggests. In the study, 3,974 bank workers wore activity trackers to measure
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
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
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
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
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
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
