Close to 50% of Singaporean drivers are ready to go electric: BMW Asia, Lifestyle 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. According to a new survey conducted by BMW Group A
Jail, cane for Indian national in rioting case which involved more than 50 men, Singapore News,An Indian national was slapped with a stiff jail sentence for his role in a riot which saw more than 50 foreigners using makeshift weapons to cause serious injuries. The fight, which took place near the Si
Populous Chinese cities including Shenzhen ramp up Covid-19 curbs, China News,BEIJING – Several big Chinese cities escalated Covid-19 restrictions on Tuesday (Aug 30, with Shenzhen closing more businesses and Dalian locking down millions, renewing economic uncertainty and delaying the start of the s
For Hong Kongers, Canada is beaten path out of China's grip, China News,TORONTO – A second generation of Hong Kongers is heading to Canada for refuge from political uncertainty, but unlike their parents in the 1980s and 1990s, this time seems for good. Cities such as Vancouver and Toronto are a
Noisy home? Here's how to create a quieter one, Lifestyle News,Mahjong-playing neighbours? Live next to the MRT tracks or a busy expressway? Work from home and just need some peace and quiet from your own kids? Noisy home dwellers, we hear you. From investing in noise-cancelling window treatmen
Let's go paktor: Adventurous date ideas to step out of your comfort zone, Lifestyle News,While Netflix and chill is always fun, sometimes you just have to take a leap of faith and try something new. And who better to take that journey with than bae? Here are some unorthodox date ideas to spice
Man arrested for murder after woman, 34, dies from stabbing at Jurong East, Singapore News,[UPDATED Feb 17, 4.12pm] The police have arrested a man who is suspected of murdering a 34-year-old woman at Jurong East. In a press release, the police said that they were alerted to the incident at 11.55pm o
WHO seeks Covid-19 vaccines for poor nations, 'not empty promises', World News,GENEVA – The World Health Organisation (WHO) on Wednesday (Sept 8) said low-income countries were ready to run effective Covid-19 vaccination campaigns and it was now down to manufacturers and rich countries to
Chile uses hi-tech buoys to protect migrating whales, World News,CHILOE ISLAND – A smart buoy that can 'hear' the ocean and monitor climate change is part of a new effort to help endangered whales avoid ship collisions on their journey from Antarctica to the equator. The buoy was installed
The inaugural Global Esports Games in Singapore is getting some major corporate backing, Digital News,The first-ever Global Esports Games, which is scheduled to take place on Dec 18-19 at Resorts World Sentosa here in Singapore just announced its list of corporate partners earlier this morning, and
Covid-19 cases reported on Australian aid vessel sailing to virus-free Tonga, World News,About two dozen cases of Covid-19 have been recorded among the crew of an Australian warship expected to arrive in coronavirus-free Tonga on Wednesday to deliver humanitarian aid, Australian authorities said on
ASEAN nations, among worst ocean polluters, aim to curb plastic debris, Asia News,Thai zero-waste advocate Thanaboon Somboon never leaves his home without what he calls a full \”weaponry\” of reusable shopping bags, coffee tumblers and stainless steel straws for his daily battle against single-use pla
BYD Atto 3: A genuine game changer, Lifestyle News,The BYD Atto 3 is more than just another electric crossover. It promises to fundamentally revolutionise its segment, offering equipment and technology never before seen in its price bracket. Ahead of our in-depth press drive of the new BYD Atto 3, t
Apple outlines health technology strategy in new report, Digital News,Apple Inc on Wednesday (July 20) released a report outlining a two-pronged strategy in digital health markets, courting consumers with health and fitness features on one hand while engaging with traditional healthcare systems on t
Brawl with 20 people breaks out in Geylang, police investigating, Singapore News,A brawl with around 20 people broke out in Geylang in the wee hours of Thursday (April 4), just hours after another fight two streets away. In response to queries, the police confirmed on Saturday that a report was lodg
Japan's restaurants, bars welcome back drinkers as Covid-19 controls ease, Asia News,TOKYO – Typhoon winds and rain dampened what might have been a more celebratory mood in Tokyo on Friday (Oct 1), as restaurants were allowed to sell alcohol and stay open later following the lifting of the late
South Korea says for first time it is battling 'second wave' of coronavirus, Asia News,SEOUL – Health authorities in South Korea said for the first time on Monday (June 22) that it is in the midst of a “second wave” of coronavirus infections focused around its densely populated capital, st
Anti-nuke Nobel winner ICAN offers to pay for Trump-Kim summit, Singapore News,SINGAPORE – Nobel Prize winning anti-nuclear campaign group ICAN has offered to pay for the cost of the historic summit between North Korean leader Kim Jong Un and US President Donald Trump, including the hotel bill for t
Robot chef serves Chinese school dinners to lower Covid-19 risk, Digital News,SHANGHAI – A Shanghai school is using a bright yellow robot to prepare and serve dishes in its canteen in an effort to improve food safety as China strives to keep the spread of the novel coronavirus under control. The Min
Italian coastguard divers struggle to free sperm whale from fishing net, World News,The Italian coastguard has been working for days to free a massive sperm whale caught in an abandoned fishing net in open sea off the Sicilian Aeolian Islands. The whale was spotted on Saturday struggling to get free
Masks, hand sanitisers subject to usual GST rules: S'pore Customs, Singapore News,There are no extra restrictions on masks and hand sanitisers, but the usual customs duty applies to the import of these items, Singapore Customs said yesterday. It issued the clarification after a picture of a sig
The odds are stacked against red-plate cars – is the OPC scheme on its last legs?, Lifestyle News,In November 1990, an announcement was made by the Minister of Communications and Information that a new car ownership scheme would soon be in place – to \”enable more Singaporeans to own cars without cau
Jordan Peele's Nope trailer is pure nightmare fuel, Entertainment News,The teaser trailer for Jordan Peele's third feature film just dropped, and it tells us a whole lot of nothing while still being incredibly creepy. With films like Get Out and Us under his belt, Peele has shown that he i
Japan's Mount Aso volcano erupts, spewing plumes of ash, Asia News,A volcano erupted in Japan on Wednesday (Oct 20), blasting ash several kilometres into the sky and prompting officials to warn against the threat of lava flows and falling rocks, but there were no reports of injuries or casualti
Oceans hold promise as climate-fighting carbon sinks: Researchers, 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. NEW YORK – The United States should study how the world
How to achieve easy and effortless hair as seen in K-drama Vincenzo, Lifestyle News,Like most Korean drama loving Singaporeans, we’ve been addicted to Netflix’s Vincenzo of late. The drama, the travel (if only we could be teleported to Italy or Korea ourselves, sigh) and the perfect good looks of st
'This is the best time': This group of international students opened a Vietnamese cafe in the CBD despite the pandemic, Lifestyle News,While most people in school would rather put all their energy and focus into their studies, these five international students from Kaplan Singapore are tak
Plant-based egg producer Eat Just to build Singapore factory, Lifestyle News,SINGAPORE – Plant-based egg substitute startup Eat Just Inc said on Tuesday it had partnered with a consortium led by Proterra Investment Partners Asia to build a plant protein production facility in Singapore to serve the
Pakistani wildlife team cradles green turtle babies from beach to sea, 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. KARACHI — A female turtle lumbers across the beach in Pa
Best anti-theft bags and why you should buy one, Lifestyle News,One of the worst nightmare possible is losing your passport, credits cards of cash whilst travelling in a foreign land. Ask anyone for travelling tips and keeping their items save is bound to be at the top of their list. Anti-theft bags
Taiwan reports first Covid-19 death in 8 months, from local cluster, Asia News,TAIPEI – Taiwan's government on Saturday (Jan 30) reported the island's first death from Covid-19 since May, as it battles a small and unusual outbreak of locally transmitted cases. A woman in her 80s with under
Skeletons unearthed in giant British train line excavation, World News,LONDON (AFP) – Tucked beside one of London's busiest railway stations, a small army of archaeologists dig through clay as they clear a burial site of 40,000 bodies to make way for a new train line. They have already unearthe
Actor Lawrence Wong reveals stunning minimalistic toilet in his new home, Entertainment News,He told AsiaOne in an interview in January that he's keeping the interior design for his new house a secret until the big reveal in the near future. Is the wait over? Yesterday (March 22), actor Lawrenc
Quarantine with 31 children? Costa Rican family's labour of love, World News,SAN JOSE – Coronavirus lockdowns present a plethora of challenges for families suddenly forced to spend weeks on end under one roof. But try hunkering down at home with 31 kids. Costa Rican couple Melba Jimenez and Vic
Chuan Park up for collective sale for the fourth time, Money News,After the previous round of treaty negotiations fell through, private condo Chuan Park is attempting another round of collective sale. Although it managed to secure the green light from more than 80 per cent of its owners in October 2
US teacher who fed live puppy to snapping turtle in front of students acquitted of animal cruelty charge, World News,A biology teacher made headlines in the United States after he fed a living puppy to a snapping turtle in front of his students. Mr Robert Crosland, who teaches at Preston Junior High
'I'm not ATM machine': Foodpanda customer and rider argue over cash-on-delivery, Singapore News,A Foodpanda customer and rider were involved in a dispute via text regarding cash-on-delivery. Stomp contributor Shamla shared with Stomp screenshots of the conversation after the duo argue
China's Ant Group launches digital bank Anext in Singapore, Money News,BEIJING — China's Ant Group, a financial technology (fintech) giant controlled by billionaire Jack Ma, on Monday (June 6) said it has launched a digital wholesale bank incorporated in Singapore, dubbed Anext Bank. Anext
Park Eun-bin customises tote bags during fanmeet for a few lucky Singapore fans, Entertainment News,Trivia games, customised tote bags and even a national day song for Singapore fans — actress Park Eun-bin pulled out all the stops for her fanmeet last Friday (Nov 11) at the Capitol Theatre. Starting
