5 things to do in Singapore this week: 4th to 10th March 2019, Singapore News,Dive into a new month with a series of parties at TUFF CLUB, Fort Canning Park, and even … Bukit Pasoh Road? If you're all about fitness, sweat it up with WeBarre at habitat by honestbee, then give your liver a workou
Modi vows 'inclusive' India after landslide election win, Asia News,Hindu nationalist Prime Minister Narendra Modi vowed an \”inclusive\” future for all Indians on Thursday after a landslide election victory that crushed the Gandhi dynasty's comeback hopes once again. \”Together we grow.
Grumpy Malaysian boy trying to run away from home with a tent is the funniest thing we've seen today, Malaysia News,Raise your hands if you've ever tried to threaten your parents by running away from home. Now, raise your hands if you never had the courage to actually leave the house. Not
Junior SG Adventures EP 7 : The Bronze Elephant Statue, Singapore News,Have you ever notice of a bronze elephant statue located at The Art House at the Old Parliament? This elephant statue located at the High Street entrance marks a historic milestone in Singapore-Thailand relations and is more than
Not fully vaccinated yet? You can visit these 9 new Michelin Bib Gourmand hawker stalls for now, Lifestyle News,Are you that one friend who can't dine out at restaurants yet because you're not fully vaccinated? You don't have to feel FOMO (fear of missing out). You can instead take th
The 13 worst things to buy at Daiso Singapore: 2019 edition, Singapore News,No one has ever accused Daiso of being a pretentious shop that sells overpriced products. But unfortunately that doesn’t excuse you from using your brain when you walk in. While everything might cost only $2, some of these p
This Sengkang 4-room BTO has a casual-cool, black-and-white theme, Lifestyle News,For their design brief to interior designer Keith Low of Woodworks, the homeowners had three simple words: \”black and white\”. They left it to Keith to figure out the rest of the aesthetics of this four-room BTO flat in
Lenovo Singapore hosted its first-ever all-female esports tournament over the weekend, Digital News,Lenovo Singapore hosted its first-ever all-female esports tournament over the weekend in Lenovo's Flagship store in Funan. Christened the Legion of Valkyries (LoV), this all-female semi-pro tourn
Women-only members club taps London feminist tradition, World News,A refuge for gentlemen over centuries, British women can now enjoy private members clubs, continuing the country's tradition of female activism amid the #MeToo movement. A short walk from Oxford Street, in the heart of London&#x
Disabled man descends steep slope to save stranded kitten in Malaysia, Malaysia News,A Malaysian man has been praised for his altruism recently when a video documenting his courageous attempt to rescue a kitten was shared online. In a Facebook post on Aug 11, Abu Fathiyyaturahma Menk Abdun Mujtahid
Hacking your pizza hut experience in Singapore, Singapore News,Since its humble beginnings in 1958, Pizza Hut has made a name for themselves with the unforgettable taste of their pan pizza, which is something a lot of us grew up with – when asked, our colleagues confirmed this by sharing their earli
Daily roundup: Land transport measures during Phase 2 (Heightened Alert) period from July 22 to Aug 18 – and other top stories today, Singapore News,Stay in the know with a recap of our top stories today. 1. Land transport measures during Phase 2 (Heightened Alert) period from July 22 to Aug 18 Land
Toggle will have a dedicated channel to live-stream esports events of SEA Games 2019, Digital News,It is 2019, the year that playing video games is considered sport enough to be an official medal event at the Southeast Asian Games. Set to kick off in Manila this Saturday (Nov 30), the 30th SEA Games
The best online bookstores with delivery to Singapore, Lifestyle News,Say whatchu will, but nothing quite beats cradling an actual book in my palms. Whether it’s the feel of paper between my fingers or the musty scent of a secondhand book, there’s something romantic about the experience that a Kindl
Blow away your grey haze-filled days with these haze-inspired blues, Singapore News,It's been more than a week since a dreary grey smog blanketed our city, and to say it has made our days rather gloomy is probably a vast understatement. Especially not after the Pollutant Standards Index (PSI) r
Is Yanxi Palace actress Wu Jinyan dating her co-star?, Entertainment News,Is Yanxi Palace actress Wu Jinyan dating her co-star? According to a fan sighting, she was spotted cosying up with Hong Yao on a beach in Bali last week. Recent reports have suggested that sparks flew between the 29-year-old a
Tales of wombat ‘heroes’ have gone viral. Unfortunately, they’re not true, World News,If you’ve been following the bushfire crisis on social media and elsewhere, you may have seen reports of benevolent wombats herding other animals to shelter into their fire-proof burrows. These stories went quickly
7 Small Gifts That Show Appreciation to a Colleague,Small gifts can carry a surprisingly significant impact. They show that you notice and value the people you work with, not because of the price tag, but because you’ve chosen something just for them.
AGC refers case of possible misconduct by lawyer Lee Suet Fern to Law Society, Singapore News,SINGAPORE – The Attorney-General's Chambers (AGC) has referred a case to the Law Society over possible misconduct by Mrs Lee Suet Fern, the daughter-in-law of founding prime minister Lee Kuan Yew, in p
MGS and Death Stranding creator Hideo Kojima to appear at Victoria Theatre on Nov 17, Digital News,The one and only Hideo Kojima is confirmed for an appearance in Singapore as part of a world tour for his upcoming magnum opus: Death Stranding. The legendary figure behind a bumper crop of classic vid
What you need to know about Chinese reality TV show Idol Producer, Entertainment News,If you're a fan of Chinese reality TV show or any entertainment programmes, you'd probably have heard of Idol Producer. The reality TV competition that features trainees and aspiring artists who compete t
Clashes in Athens as tens of thousands protest Macedonian name deal, World News,Clashes broke out between police and a group of masked protesters in Athens on Sunday as tens of thousands demonstrated against a name change deal with neighbouring Macedonia that the Greek parliament is due to ratify in
Thirstdays episode 2: Where we Insta-stalk pretty people, Entertainment News,We promised you 75 per cent more thirst and we are coming through for you, fam! Things are heating up in our brand, spanking new studio as Le En and Bryan have an intimate chat about starting out on Instagram and what it ta
5 pet-friendly hotels for a purrfect staycation with your furry friend, Lifestyle News,Amidst the recent Covid-19 concerns, many of our travel plans are now delayed or cancelled. But that doesn't mean you can't enjoy a relaxing pet-friendly staycation with your fur kid. If staying at home
Now we SFH and WFH, what do weekends really mean?, Lifestyle News,When Friday draws near, we usually think of TGIF and look forward to the weekends for a bit of downtime. But with SFH and WFH becoming the norm now, are the weekends still as sacred and untouched? Will emails and Zoom calls come to a
Cyclist swerves through traffic at River Valley, even takes hands off handlebar; police investigating, Singapore News,Rebellious or simply reckless? In a video uploaded on SG Road Vigilante's Facebook page on April 27, a man was captured on camera cycling through traffic on River Valley Road. I
Philippine woman wears 2.5kg worth of clothes after her overweight luggage gets rejected, Asia News,Desperate times call for desperate measures, even if it means risking looking like a fool in public. A photo shared by a woman in the Philippines recently went viral on Facebook — it showed her wearin
'Peranakan nasi lemak' that costs (at least) $12.50 sparks controversy online over culinary origins, Digital News,[UPDATE, Sept 13: Article amended to include clarification by Les Amis Group] Spicy debate over the gentrification of traditional cuisine has been raging for years since expens
10 romantic restaurants to celebrate Valentine's Day at in Singapore, Lifestyle News,Looking to treat your sweetheart right this Valentine's Day with a romantic, candlelit dinner? Then you need our guide on what's happening and where so you can amp up the love factor come Feb 14. From
'You are a waste of time': Salesperson allegedly berates potential client over $9,000 website, Singapore News,Some salespeople will spare no effort to close a deal. But one is drawing online brickbats for his unorthodox approach where he allegedly called a potential client a \”loser\” and di
Contemporary artist Cai Guoqiang paints the sky using gunpowder, Lifestyle News,Gunpowder, considered one of China’s most significant contributions to the world, has always fascinated Cai Guo-Qiang. Growing up, explosions from cannon blasts, artillery batteries firing into the air and festive firewo
Best luxury glamping spots in Southeast Asia for your nature-filled holiday, Lifestyle News,The beauty of living in Southeast Asia is the diversity of natural wonders just a short jaunt away. Breathtaking landscapes with lush, untouched jungles bordered by pristine river ways. Sprawling paddy fields
Man trolls 'sugar mummy' scammer who offered up to $7k a week, Singapore News,Hook up with an attractive older woman and get paid $7,000 a week? Instead of taking the bait on this sweet deal, hilarity ensued when one man decided to give a scammer a run for their money. Amos Heng took to Fa
High oil prices could chill Japan's traditional public baths, World News,TOKYO — The Covid-19 pandemic didn't manage to kill off Dai-ni Takara-yu, a traditional Japanese public bath on a Tokyo back street where neighbours have soaked their cares away since 1949. But for third-generation ow
Buying or leasing a car: Which one is cheaper?, Singapore News,While the status quo of transportation in Singapore is public transport, cars still make up a considerable portion of travel. But cars are no affordable alternative to public transportation as purchasing a car often requires a six-figure
8 cute bags to tote your ang pows around in, Lifestyle News,Whether you’re the one giving or doing the collecting this year, you’ll definitely need a cute purse to tote all of those red packets around. Here are eight of our favourites that made the cut. CHARLES & KEITH CROC EFFECT SCULPTURAL BAG
8 appliances you can do without in a minimalist kitchen, Lifestyle News,Due to the small footprint of the modern kitchen, many homeowners have decided to go for a minimalist kitchen. However, having a minimalist kitchen does not mean that you have to give up your ability to cook delicious meals. In
Peranakan eatery Violet Oon apologises for cultural appropriation of nasi ambeng, a Javanese dish, Singapore News,Violet Oon is a respected brand in the local F&B industry, the de facto name when it comes to opulent Peranakan cuisine. Unfortunately, their reputation got a wee bit tarnished in th
'Urban mining' in S.Korea pulls rare battery materials from recycled tech, Asia News,GUNSAN, South Korea – Workers at a rural South Korean factory are busy extracting some of the world's most coveted metals, used in the batteries that power electric cars. But they're not digging
Sulli and other Korean stars who we tragically lost to depression, Entertainment News,Depression has claimed yet another life in the K-pop world. Today (October 14), just four days after World Mental Health Day, South Korean singer and actress Choi Jin-ri (or Sulli as she was known) was found dead a
Thousands moved out for a new GM factory in the US; now it's closing, Business Wires News,WASHINGTON/DETROIT – General Motors Co on Monday pulled the plug on the Chevrolet Volt hybrid and the Detroit-Hamtramck Assembly plant that builds it, both examples of a costly gamble that is not paying of
Should I rent a car, buy one or just take taxi or public transport?, Singapore News,Buying a car is the next most expensive investment after buying a house in Singapore. Additional costs that also come with car ownership makes one think twice. When you can easily Grab from place to place, is car own
5 ways to protect your crypto wallet from hackers, Money News,You’ve seen the news. Between 2018 and 2020, Singaporeans lost around $29 million to crypto hacks. Gasp! The crypto market is the Geylang of investments. It’s eccentric, highly risky and the kicker, it’s also an unregulated marketplace. W
Upper East Coast landed property launched for sale with $26 million asking price, Business Wires News,A freehold landed residential site in Upper East Coast has gone on the market with an asking price of S$26 million, the sole marketing agent said on Monday. The land price works out to S$914 per squ
SAF sets up Inspector-General's Office to enforce safety following Aloysius Pang's case, Singapore News,SINGAPORE – An Inspector-General's Office will be set up with the full authority to scrutinise and enforce safety processes and practices at all levels of the Singapore Armed Forces
'I got high tide': Food court employee caught urinating in kitchen sink, Singapore News,The Singapore Food Agency (SFA) is investigating an incident in which a Cantine food court employee was caught urinating in the kitchen sink at his stall at Causeway Point. The stall will remain closed
10 dead in possible arson attack at Paris apartment block, World News,PARIS – At least 10 people died and 30 were injured in an overnight blaze at an apartment block in Paris that police are treating as possible arson, officials said Tuesday (Feb 5). The fire on the upper floors of the building in t
Google Maps now supports crowd predictions to make your daily commute less of a squeeze, Digital News,Google Maps has been updated to support crowd prediction (Google actually terms it as 'crowdedness predictions') as well as 'live traffic delays'. These new features will be roll
Unique colour-blocking in this Queenstown bachelor pad, Singapore News,There is no shortage of colour in this one-bedroom condominium apartment in Queenstown. The homeowner, a bachelor in his 30s, is a design enthusiast with an affinity for anything out-of-the-box. Apt for his profession as a copywr
Daily roundup: Govt announces $1.1b Covid-19 relief package for companies and workers – and other top stories today, Singapore News,Stay in the know with a recap of our top stories today. 1. Govt announces $1.1b Covid-19 relief package for companies and workers The package will be funded by realloca
6 addictive Netflix travel and food shows that let you savour the world from your couch, Entertainment News,As the world adapts to a new norm of social distancing, we may find ourselves incessantly flipping through television channels, trying to drown out our worries through cinema.But what if I tol
Back to the Hanfu-ture: Young Chinese revive ancient fashion, Women News,Dressed in a flowing long robe adorned with beaded floral embroidery from a bygone era, stylist Xiao Hang looks like she surfaced from a time machine as she strides across the bustling Beijing metro, attracting curious glances
Self-collect and save: A cheat sheet to F&B promotions when you collect your own food in Phase 2 (Heightened Alert), Lifestyle News,Once again, dining at eateries is prohibited due to the new restrictions that come with Phase 2 (Heightened Alert). The announcement on Friday (May 14) left F&B est
First Apple store inside an airport complex to open this Saturday at Jewel Changi Airport, Digital News,SINGAPORE – Apple's second store in Singapore at Jewel Changi Airport opens on Saturday (July 13) at 10am and shoppers can expect to be greeted by staff who, between them, can speak 11 langua
Apple is no longer selling the 12-inch MacBook and MacBook Air (2018), Digital News,With the release of the new MacBook Air (2019) and 13-inch MacBook Pro, Apple has discontinued the 12-inch MacBook and the MacBook Air (2018) though you still can find some refurbished models of the 12-inch MacBook a
Ice cream shop owner with a heart of gold goes viral for the wrong reasons, World News,Ooh la la… talk about \”cooking\” up a viral storm. Ice cream shop owner, 24-year-old Rob Huysinga, may have been making ice cream over an ice pan but oh boy, temperatures were definitely rising. In a video that H
Japan condom makers hope for 2020 Olympic lift, Asia News,TOKYO – Japanese condom makers are ramping up preparations ahead of the Tokyo 2020 Olympic Games, seeing a golden opportunity to showcase their world-record ultra-thin products. For years, hundreds of thousands of condoms have been distribute
Singapore women gain confidence after plastic surgery, Health News,She had been teased for being plump since she was a young girl, leading her to lose more than 20kg over eight years. After years of dieting, taking slimming pills, exercise and fluctuating weight, which saw her tip the scales at 68kg
No hijab allowed? Woman questions policy for Malay cuisine course , Singapore News,A month after department store Tangs drew the ire of many — including President Halimah Yacob — for asking a promoter to remove her hijab, another local company is catching some heat for its no-headgear policy. Taking
Daily roundup: Man in China allegedly killed his two children by throwing them out the window so he could start a 'new family' – and other top stories today, China News,Stay in the know with a recap of our top stories today. 1. Man in China allegedly killed his two children by throwing the
Chinese woman dies after years of eating just chilli and rice to save money, China News,Chilli, rice and the occasional steamed bun were all one woman ate for five years to save money for her brother's medical bills. But her selflessness had tragic consequences. Wu Huayan, 24, died in a hospita
Romancing in Phase 2 (Heightened Alert): The best car date spots with stunning views and free parking, Lifestyle News,Over a year into the pandemic, socially distanced dates have become the new norm — think FaceTime, Zoom calls and staying in rather than going out. But if you're getting tired o
Mystery Museum Tours: Sign up for a surprise; tickets available from $10, Lifestyle News,SINGAPORE – Sign up for a surprise with the Museum Roundtable's Mystery Museum Tours. Choose a convenient date, from Sept 4 to 26, and pick one of three themes – Fashion Confessions, Mythical Creatures or H
#Joeyjios: Over 800 Gudetama, My Melody and Hello Kitty inflatables invade Sentosa – but is it worth checking out? , Singapore News,The March holidays are just around the corner, and if you're a parent, you're probably already aware that the annual Sentosa FunFest is back for their fifth r
'Roma' wins Bafta glory in new advance for Netflix, Entertainment News,Netflix black-and-white production \”Roma\” triumphed at the Bafta film awards on Sunday, boosting Oscar hopes for the US streaming giant despite concerns its business model undermines the film industry. The cinematic lov
Make sure your Wi-Fi is secure with these simple steps, Digital News,With technology developing each day, protecting yourself when you go online is more important now than ever. Many people set up their Wi-Fi with the bare minimum settings and are unsure about the potential risks of having a comprom
Is Taiwan bubble tea chain Bobii Frutii worth the sugary hype?, Food News,It all began with two teenagers who had a fondness for bubble tea and the hipster cafe culture. Three years later, Bobii Frutii has expanded to having 5 stores, with one of them located at Clementi Mall here in Singapore. Nat
