KFC to be the first fast food chain in Singapore to ditch plastic caps and straws, Singapore News,There's been a ramping up of anti-plastic waste measures by huge companies recently. For example, furniture megachain IKEA announced at the start of June that it was working to \”stop selling single
Australian firefighters spend Christmas Day containing blazes; temperatures to soar, World News,MELBOURNE – Australian firefighters used cooler conditions on Christmas Day to try and contain bush fires ahead of hot, dry weather later in the week, as leaders and communities thanked them for sacrifici
Japan's Fujitsu brings hand washing AI to Covid-19 fight, Digital News,TOKYO – Three months after the World Health Organisation recommended singing Happy Birthday twice during hand washing to fight the coronavirus, Japan's Fujitsu Ltd has developed an artificial intelligence monitor it say
Life lessons every recruit will learn from field camp, Lifestyle News,Field camp is easily the highlight of any Basic Military Training (BMT). While it might initially sound daunting to you as a fresh-faced recruit, it can actually be a memorable experience that will stick with you for a lifetime. W
'Cheating' gorillas show clever puzzle-solving, World News,BRISTOL, England – Gorillas at a zoo in England have demonstrated a distinctly human trait while attempting to solve a new puzzle game – cheating. The gorillas were presented with a wall-mounted device where the aim is to guide a p
Korean man arrested for 3-hour-long assault on Vietnamese wife as toddler son watches , Asia News,Police have arrested a 36-year-old South Korean man on Saturday (July 6) after he was caught on video brutally assaulting his 30-year-old Vietnamese wife. The man, surnamed Kim, was arrested without a w
Jio your female friends and get up to 50% off at this Chinatown Point hotpot restaurant, Lifestyle News,Looking for a reason to ask your crush for a hotpot first date? Or are you dying for a hotpot get-together with your girl squad? Hotpot joint Taikoo Lane Hotpot might be the answer. The Chinatown
Thai police admit 'giant' drug bust barely found a gram of ketamine, Asia News,BANGKOK – Thai authorities said on Tuesday that barely more than one gram of ketamine had been found in a seizure that police had initially believed contained over 12 tonnes of the drug worth almost US$1 billion
Economical beehoon? $8.10 meal at Geylang coffee shop goes viral, Singapore News,A diner was shocked to be charged $8.10 for his brunch at a coffee shop in Geylang. Stomp contributor John said he visited the mixed vegetables rice stall at Aljunied 119 Food House on Sunday (Nov 7), at around 10am. Th
'My son replaced me when I got Covid-19', Lifestyle News,I tested positive for Covid-19 on Feb 8, 2022. About three weeks from my third (booster) vaccine shot, the unimaginable happened. I started off having a sore throat and I initially blamed it on eating too many pineapple tarts during
Belgium says investigating 'significant' meat fraud, World News,Belgium on Monday said at least three nations had received falsely labelled meat products from an abattoir in the south of the country in what it called a \”significant\” food fraud operation. The Belgian food security authority
Level up and upgrade skills to avoid digital divide: DPM Heng Swee Keat, Digital News,More efforts are being made to get Singaporeans on board the Smart Nation journey, and this includes a tie-up between the Government and the National Trades Union Congress to equip workers with the skills and knowl
Free activities in Singapore this weekend: Magical Shores light display at Sentosa, Chingay Carnival & more, Lifestyle News,The weekend is finally here! Don't waste it away by spending it at home because there are lots of activities happening around the island to enjoy with your friends and fam
The real cost of returning to office, Money News,The convenience and absolute joy of getting out of bed at 8:50am to attend 9am Zoom meetings at your dining table, dressed in an office shirt and sport shorts, is sadly coming to an end. In a recent announcement made by Lawrence Wong, co-chair of the
Shanghai lets some residents leave home, cautiously eases Covid-19 curbs, China News,SHANGHAI — Some residents of Shanghai stepped out of their homes for the first time in more than two weeks on Tuesday (April 12), as the city took tentative steps towards easing a Covid-19 lockdown amid mounting wor
Paper Carpenter founder Adrian Chua: 'I want to create products that improve lives', Lifestyle News,1. What’s your design style? Minimal, clean and organic, and which retains much of Mother Nature’s gifts with the scent of wood, natural stone and lots of foliage – think tropical styles. It
US recalls more than 200 million eggs over salmonella fears, Health News,Nearly 207 million eggs from a farm in North Carolina are being recalled from nine US states after 22 people fell ill, the federal Food and Drug Administration has said. It is the largest recall of eggs in the United States sin
Alleged molester 'roughed up' by woman's family after 'touching her butt', Singapore News,An alleged molester who had touched the buttocks of a woman was arrested at Block 371 along Bukit Batok Street 31 yesterday (Feb 11). Randy, an UberEATS rider, told Stomp that at around
Paris tops ranking of world's healthiest cities, World News,Paris has been named the world's healthiest city in a report that looks at everything from the number of spas and yoga studios in each city to vegan dining options and green spaces. The ranking, by holiday comparison site Travel S
Russia considers lifting IP laws against ‘unfriendly’ countries, potentially legalising movies and games piracy , Digital News,Russia is reportedly looking at removing IP protections, as retaliation against countries that have placed trade and other sanctions against it for attacking Ukraine. Since
Antonio Banderas: My heart attack changed my life, Entertainment News,Antonio Banderas' heart attack in 2017 \”changed\” his life. The 59-year-old actor was rushed to hospital back in 2017 after suffering chest pains while exercising which was later discovered to be a heart attack, and he has now
Robots to fan out across world's oceans to monitor their health, World News,AsiaOne has launched EarthOne, a new section dedicated to environmental issues — because we love the planet and we believe science. Find articles like this there. After years studying the icy waters of the Southern Ocea
Want to feel like you're in Squid Game without getting shot to death? Here's how to DIY the K-drama's honeycomb candy, Lifestyle News,Even if you haven't watched the recently released Netflix original Squid Game, you've probably heard of it or seen the memes. The exhilaratin
Teo Heng almost couldn't open in time, feared letting down throngs of eager customers, Lifestyle News,After two long years of restrictions, one might have thought that April 19 couldn't come soon enough for the folks at Teo Heng. But over at the karaoke chain, it was a mad rush to secure t
Having a bad day? Netflix and chill (literally) with these feel-good shows, Entertainment News,After a long and tough day at work, sometimes all we need to re-energise is to kick back and watch some good TV, or more simply, mindless entertainment. Instead of wallowing in sadness and indulging in tea
Paris zoo unveils the 'blob', an organism with no brain but 720 sexes, World News,PARIS – A Paris zoo showcased a mysterious new organism on Wednesday (Oct 16), dubbed the \”blob\”, a yellowish unicellular small living being which looks like a fungus but acts like an animal. This newest exhi
IMF eyes expanded access to emergency aid for food shocks, World News,LONDON/WASHINGTON – The International Monetary Fund (IMF) is looking for ways to provide emergency funding to countries facing war-induced food price shocks and will discuss measures at an executive board meeting on Monday, source
US says advanced hackers have shown ability to hijack critical infrastructure, World News,WASHINGTON — Advanced hackers have shown they can take control of an array of devices that help run power stations and manufacturing plants, the US government said in an alert on Wednesday (April 13), warning o
International supermarkets and grocers to get unique food and snacks from, Lifestyle News,One of the upsides of travelling is to experience the country’s culture through its authentic foods and snacks. Once we get home, we might hanker for these flavours or products. Besides heading to restaurants i
Indonesia apologises for 'excessive force' against deaf Papuan man, Asia News,JAKARTA – The Indonesian government has apologised for the actions of two military officers it said used \”excessive force\” to pin down the head of a deaf, indigenous Papuan man after a video of the incident was w
4 common myths about sharks debunked, Entertainment News,With the earliest known sharks dating back over 420 million years, sharks have had it rough over the last few centuries. They not only face endangerment due to humans hunting them for their prized fins but also constantly have to deal with the
'MBS badge lady' seen without mask at Jewel Changi Airport yet again, Singapore News,For Phoon Chiu Yoke, known more popularly as the MBS Badge Lady, it’s probably gotten to a point where she feels the world is out to get – or rather film – her wherever she roams. Just a week since she was
4 sporty, family-friendly activities you can use your digital SingapoRediscovers vouchers on, Lifestyle News,If your little ones at home always seem to have boundless energy to expend, then it might be time to incorporate physical activity into their play time. The good news? There are many places i
Home-based learning: Hour-by-hour schedule to help your kids manage their time, Lifestyle News,With the announcement that all schools in Singapore are transitioning to home-based learning from May 19, parents will have their hands full at home. But don't worry, a regular daily routine for pre-s
Covid-19: 6-year-old Singaporean child among 344 new cases recorded on Monday, Singapore News,[UPDATED, 11.16pm] The Ministry of Health (MOH) has confirmed 344 new coronavirus cases in Singapore today (May 25). Out of these, there are six community cases while the remaining cases come from Work Perm
Burgers, fries and coffee: New Zealanders rush for fast food as lockdown eases, World News,WELLINGTON – New Zealanders queued for burgers, fries and coffee takeaway on Tuesday (April 28) after they were freed from a month-long lockdown, which Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern credited with eliminating d
7 smart hacks to eating healthy carbs every day, Lifestyle News,A common myth is that foods high in carbs are bad for you because they lead to weight gain and obesity. What if we told you that you could eat healthy without having to cut out carbs from your life? Contrary to popular belief, carbs the
8 stalls I recommend at Tiong Bahru Hawker Centre as a resident of the hood, Lifestyle News,While Tiong Bahru is known to be a go-to place for hipster cafe hoppers, it is also known to be a treasure trove of local dishes. And most of them are conveniently located in Tiong Bahru Hawker Centre. Being
Grab hires SATS CEO Alex Hungate as chief operating officer, Money News,Singapore-based ride-hailing and payments firm Grab on Monday (Oct 4) named Alex Hungate, the CEO of in-flight catering services firm and airport ground handler SATS, as its new chief operating officer, with effect from January
Philippines approves Merck's Covid-19 pill for at-risk patients, Asia News,MANILA – The Philippines on Thursday (Dec 23) approved emergency use of Merck & Co's Covid-19 treatment pill for adult patients at risk of developing severe illness as it tries to boost the country's arsena
Fann Wong: I have to chase after my son to get him to taste the desserts I make, Entertainment News,We imagine there would be many a fan who would love to try the bakes that local actress Fann Wong makes. Since the circuit breaker period last year, the 50-year-old has become quite the accomplished h
First Hong Kong policeman infected by virus, sparks concern of contagion among force, China News,HONG KONG – A Hong Kong police officer has been confirmed infected with the coronavirus, the authorities said on Friday (Feb 21), the first officer to test positive in the Asian financial hub as dozens o
We fend off zombies on the Train to Busan in Genting and scream till our ribcages hurt, Lifestyle News,Just when we thought Halloween season was over, the haunting season continued across the causeway, when Le En and I were invited to Genting for a two-day-one-night adventure. After a long seven-hou
Beef Bro co-founder allegedly sexually assaulted sister's friend after Christmas celebrations, Singapore News,SINGAPORE – A 24-year-old entrepreneur went on trial on Tuesday (Sept 29) for molesting and sexually assaulting his younger sister's friend, who was staying over at their family fl
Diner left with bloodied lip after walking into glass wall at Raffles City's Putien outlet, Singapore News,While leaving a restaurant to use the toilet, a diner at a Putien restaurant slammed head-first into a clearly well-cleaned glass wall, causing her lips to swell and bleed. The accident ha
Experience the music of iconic British bands at Beerfest Asia 2018, Entertainment News,UK band Coldplay may be busy working on their latest album on the other side of the world, but their Grammy award-winning music can still be experienced through tribute band, 'Viva Coldplay', right here
Carpark grace period, raised from 10 mins to 20 during pandemic, will be reduced to 15, Singapore News,SINGAPORE – The grace period at Housing Board (HDB) and Urban Redevelopment Authority (URA) carparks will be reduced from 20 to 15 minutes from Sept 1 following the easing of safe management measur
KKH recruiting kids aged 5 to 11 for Covid-19 vaccine trial, Singapore News,SINGAPORE – A Covid-19 vaccination trial to be conducted among younger Singapore children to roll out the Pfizer vaccine has started recruiting recipients. In a Facebook post on Tuesday (Nov 16), KK Women's and Children
Can investing in the stock market make you a millionaire?, Money News,With all that’s happened in the world within the last ten years, you may be forgiven for thinking that it is tough to build your wealth. After all, we had the Global Financial Crisis back in 2008-2009 which decimated banks and fin
Taliban hang up bodies of alleged kidnappers in Afghan city, Asia News,Taliban authorities in the western Afghan city of Herat killed four alleged kidnappers and hung their bodies up in public to deter others, a local government official said on Saturday. Sher Ahmad Ammar, deputy governor of Herat,
Alien enthusiasts gather in Nevada near secretive Area 51, World News,RACHEL, United States – Scores of UFO enthusiasts converged on rural Nevada on Thursday for a pilgrimage of sorts to the US installation known as Area 51, long rumoured to house government secrets about alien life, as law enforcem
Sri Lanka's Buddhists mark sombre Vesak after Easter Sunday attacks, Asia News,COLOMBO – Buddhist Sri Lankans marked the festival of Vesak in low key celebrations on Saturday amid heightened religious tensions in the Indian Ocean nation following the deadly Easter Sunday attacks that killed mor
'A man with a big heart': Ex-Eu Yan Sang chairman Richard Eu Keng Mun dies at 99, Singapore News,SINGAPORE — A man who valued relationships, a foodie who enjoyed a variety of cuisines, and a generous leader who contributed much to charities and education. This is how Dr Richard Eu Keng Mun
Travel plans cancelled, Thomas Ong sells durians and healthy food, Entertainment News,Don't be surprised if you see Thomas Ong's handsome mug endorsing durians or even delivering them. The actor recently revealed to 8world that he's pursuing his own businesses now that his backpacking
JJ Lin, Jay Chou, Jam Hsiao and Shawn Yue meet for birthday party, Entertainment News,Mandopop superstars Jay Chou and JJ Lin and Hong Kong actor Shawn Yue got a free dinner courtesy of powerhouse Taiwanese singer Jam Hsiao. The four men shared photos of their dinner last Thursday (Dec 17) at the hi
Part-timers at Mandarin Orchard hotel events also hit by bug, Singapore News,She was working part-time as a waitress at Mandarin Orchard Hotel after completing her O- level exams, and was on duty during three banquets at the Grand Ballroom from last Friday to Sunday. Mr Henry Beh's 16-year-old
8 reasons why Changi Village is worth your travel to the far end of Singapore, Lifestyle News,We're not going to lie. Changi Village can be quite a nightmare to get to via public transport, especially if you're not coming from the east. But is it worth it to visit this far-flung corner of
6 technologies that changed Singapore in the past decade, Digital News,In less than two days, a decade comes to an end — and what a monumental shift it has been in the sphere of technology since 2010. What used to be toys of a select group of people (typically Sim Lim Square-loving dudes), gadgets t
MSF and RWS reaching out to elderly couple after they're spotted sleeping on public benches for 2 years, Singapore News,The Ministry of Social and Family Development (MSF) is working with Resorts World Sentosa (RWS) after a Stomp contributor shared that he has been seeing an elderly couple slee
Ikea recalls Troligtvis travel mugs after tests show they release above-normal levels of plastic softener, World News,SINGAPORE – Ikea is recalling its Troligtvis travel mugs marked \”Made in India\” after tests showed that a compound used in making the cups could leach into the liquids held in them.
Low-key funeral for Chow Yun Fat's mother, who dies at 98, Entertainment News,Two days after Aaron Kwok held a funeral for his mother on Thursday (March 5), his Project Gutenberg (2018) co-star Chow Yun Fat also said his last farewell to his mother. Chow's mother Chan Lai Fong, who died in
5 'hidden costs' of owning a dog or cat in Singapore, Lifestyle News,Taking care of a cat or dog is nowhere near as expensive as raising a human child, but it certainly costs more than rearing Furbies or Tamagotchi. When deciding whether or not you can afford to become a \”furkid\” parent, y
Trash for rice: Bali recycling scheme gives families pandemic lifeline, Asia News,AsiaOne has launched EarthOne, a new section dedicated to environmental issues — because we love the planet and we believe science. Find articles like this there. GIANYAR – For Balinese souvenir shop owner I Kadek Rai
Eye candy: 12 hot hunks celebrating their birthday in March, Entertainment News,Besides celebrating International Women's Day (Mar 8) and St Patrick's Day (Mar 17), here's something else you can celebrate in the month of March – the birth of these sexy male celebs. The world will be a
How healthy is too healthy? EU warns about green tea supplements, Health News,BRUSSELS – Taking high doses of supplements containing green tea extracts may be associated with liver damage, according to new research from the European Food Safety Authority (EFSA). Tea infusions, as used for brewed tea
Police deploy autonomous robots in migrant workers dormitory to patrol, ensure safe distancing, Digital News,SINGAPORE – Autonomous police robots have been deployed at a foreign worker dormitory in the eastern part of Singapore to patrol the premises and ensure residents there abide by safe distanci
Overview of Feb 2022 HDB BTO: Geylang, Kallang/Whampoa, Tengah and Yishun, Money News,Now that the Nov 2021 BTO exercise has ended, let’s take a look at the projects offered in the upcoming Feb 2022 BTO. For this launch, we’ll see around 3,930 units up for grabs in Geylang, Kallang/Whampoa, Tengah a
Operation Prata Predator: Encik Kim Huat's mission will make you crave some late night grub, Singapore News,Heading out for supper is a serious matter on these shores and it seems like no one understands that better than Encik Kim Huat. He planned a complete operation and was passionately prepp
Singapore sports star spotlight: Koen Pang smashes his way to the top, Lifestyle News,How many of us can say we've experienced a meteoric rise in our careers – in our teens? One individual who can boast such a thing is national paddler Koen Pang, who turned 20 in May. Koen recently won three me
Mission:SG Episode 4: Mongolian Ambassador George Lkhagvadorj Tumur, Singapore News,Whenever Mongolia is mentioned, what comes to mind immediately might be an image of traditional Mongolian gers across an expanse of grassland. But for Ambassador George Lkhagvadorj Tumur, who's travelled widely
Can Prostate Cancer Be Cured? | Health Plus, Health News,Prostate cancer has been on the rise, particularly in most parts of the Western world. According to Dr Gerald Tan, urologist at Mount Elizabeth Novena Hospital, “Prostate cancer surpasses the prevalence of other male cancers in America, Europe
This 78-year-old organic farmer doesn't believe in retirement. Here's why, Lifestyle 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. After more than two decades of cultivating crops, we'd understa
Exploring Tiong Bahru: What makes this old estate so charming?, Lifestyle News,What makes a place feel like home? Is it that 50-metre infinity pool, the numerous dining pods, or the fact that you have an open roof top patio that overlooks an unblocked view? Sure, all that's important when it co
UN chief calls for four-day humanitarian pause in fighting in Ukraine, World News,UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres on Tuesday (April 19) called for a four-day Orthodox Easter humanitarian pause in fighting in Ukraine to allow for the safe passage of civilians to leave areas of conflict and the
Child allegedly sprays another in the eye with fire extinguisher at East Coast Park, police called, Singapore News,An outing to a Burger King outlet in East Coast Park's Coastal PlayGrove turned ugly for two families after a child allegedly sprayed another in the eyes with a fire extinguisher l
The role of industrial UPS in an IoT world, Business Wires News,As part of the fourth industrial revolution, manufacturers are transforming their traditional manufacturing environments into versatile, highly automated smart factories that can churn out products quicker and with higher efficiency tha
