Man arrested after slashing own wrist and neck – to win back older ex-girlfriend, Singapore News,A 23-year-old man was arrested last Thursday (May 2) after allegedly slashing his own wrist and neck during a dispute with his ex-girlfriend, who is reportedly older than him. According to Lianhe Wanbao,
Rights groups call for investigation into killings of Philippine activists, Asia News,MANILA – Human rights groups called on the Philippine government to investigate what they said was the use of “lethal force” during police raids on Sunday (March 7) that left at least nine activists dead. The raids
Amazon dismisses idea that automation will eliminate all its warehouse jobs soon, Digital News,Amazon.com Inc dismissed the idea of running a fully automated warehouse in the near future, citing the superior cognitive ability of humans and limitations of current technology. Scott Anderson, director
5 credit card fees in Singapore you should know about, Money News,Credit card fees are often talked about, yet rarely properly understood. How are these fees affecting your credit card spendings? Read on to find out! Many would consider getting a credit card as a rite of passage to the first steps o
Coronavirus: Italy's slowing infections boost case for lockdowns, World News,ROME – Italy's coronavirus infections rate slowed for a fourth successive day on Wednesday (March 25) as fresh evidence emerged that long and painful lockdowns against pandemics will work. The latest data from the
Expert Q&A: How to quit smoking for good, Lifestyle News,More often than not, smokers know the health risks associated with smoking, where if it leads to cancer or even death. In Singapore, tobacco kills approximately 2,500 smokers and 250 non-smokers each year, according to the World No Tobacco Day
China professor calls for $206k reward to boost birth rates, China News,A Chinese professor has urged the government to offer parents one million yuan (S$206,400) for each newborn child in a bid to shore up the country's declining birth rate, sparking a debate on social media about the soaring
Formula One: Vettel announces retirement, says his goals have shifted, World News,Four times world champion Sebastian Vettel announced on Thursday (July 28) his retirement from Formula One at the end of the season, saying his goals had changed and he wanted to focus more on family and interests outs
Dozens arrested around flashpoint Sabarimala temple in India, Asia News,PAMBA, INDIA – Indian police arrested 68 people taking part in protests around a controversial Hindu temple ahead of a Supreme Court ruling on Monday (Nov 19) on whether it should be given more time to let women enter. The Sabar
Elon Musk says he will find a new leader for Twitter, Digital News,Elon Musk said on Wednesday (Nov 16) he expected to reduce his time at Twitter and eventually find a new leader to run the social media company, adding that he hoped to complete an organisational restructuring this week. Musk made th
Text trap: Traffickers tap into India's digital boom to lure girls, Asia News,MUMBAI – Tanu had marvelled at her first smartphone when her Indian migrant worker husband gave it to her last November so the couple could stay connected. Before long, she was uploading pictures on Facebook and sendi
WHO says people in 20s to 40s increasingly driving coronavirus pandemic, World News,MANILA – The World Health Organisation said on Tuesday (Aug 18) it was concerned that the novel coronavirus spread was being driven by people in their 20s, 30s and 40s, many of which were unaware they were infected,
Asia's rapid urbanisation, deforestation linked to deadly viruses, Asia News,BANGKOK – The rapid pace of deforestation, urbanisation and road building are major factors in the spread of infectious diseases across Asia, including the coronavirus, health and environment experts said on Wednesday
Bullfighting in Colombia under pressure from animal rights campaign, World News,BOGOTA, COLOMBIA – With his tight trousers and boots, Luis Miguel Castrillon is dressed to kill as he prances, feints and pirouettes around a charging bull. The crowd applauds, but for animal rights campaigners in Colomb
