Germans start 'hamstering' toilet paper again as Covid-19 cases surge, World News,BERLIN – Sales of toilet paper and disinfectants are on the rise again in Germany, the country’s statistics office said on Thursday, as Europe’s largest economy struggles with a second coronavirus wave. “Hams
Property market update: Private home sales dip while prices keep climbing, Money News,2021 continues to be an interesting year. First-time homeowners continue to keep their fingers crossed, hoping for a break; while at the same time sellers wonder if now’s the time to sell (if you sell high, you mig
Toxic substances found in nappies in France: government agency, World News,PARIS – A variety of potentially toxic substances, including glyphosate, has been found in babies' nappies in France, according to a study published on Wednesday by the French environment agency ANSES. \”Following studies
Indonesian authorities call for calm after radiation found at housing complex near Jakarta, Asia News,JAKARTA – Indonesia's nuclear authorities said on Monday (Feb 17) they would investigate the radioactive contamination of a patch of land in a housing complex outside Jakarta, and called for ca
Exodus of 15 hawker stalls at Amoy Street Food Centre, high rental bids cited as main reason , Lifestyle News,Amoy Street Food Centre, home to a wide variety of affordable hawker eats. A firm favourite with the Central Business District crowd, it is regarded as the default dining spot for most offic
Doctor runs 35km with face mask on to prove it doesn't interfere with breathing, Lifestyle News,The circuit breaker period not only turned many of us in Singapore into talented bakers, it also got people pounding the pavement in droves. Running has probably become Singaporeans’ favourite pastim
Children aged 6 months to 4 years can get Covid-19 vaccine from Oct 25, Singapore News,SINGAPORE – Young children aged six months to four years will be able to receive their primary Covid-19 vaccination with the Moderna Spikevax vaccine from Oct 25. Children aged five to 11 will also be able to rece
Trapped Thai team gets dive lessons as rescuers plan for extraction, Asia News,CHIANG RAI, Thailand – Rescue teams in northern Thailand were giving crash courses in swimming and diving on Wednesday as part of preparations to extract a young football squad trapped in a cave and keen to end a harrowin
Eat less saturated, trans fats to curb heart disease: WHO, Health News,GENEVA – Adults and children should consume a maximum of 10 per cent of their daily calories in the form of saturated fat such as meat and butter and one per cent from trans fats to reduce the risk of heart disease, the World Hea
Natura Loft DBSS review: A condo-looking HDB flat with excellent amenities, Money News,Project: Natura Loft HDB Town Bishan Address: 273A-B, 275A Bishan Street 24 Lease Start Date: Aug 2011 No. of Units: 480 If Natura Loft sounds familiar to you, it could be because it has been making headlines for
Keep your home mosquito-free, especially during the rainy season, Lifestyle News,Especially during the rainy season, you may notice an uptick in mosquitoes. Here are the things to look out for, especially during the onslaught of wet weather and with the rise of dengue cases. #1 Check for standing wa
Food of the future: London air raid shelter to underground farm, World News,LONDON – In an underground World War Two air raid shelter where London tube trains can be heard rattling overhead, aromatic coriander leaves tilt towards the pink glow of LED bulbs – a vision of how farms could look in the f
Podcast: Health Check – How to control blood sugar levels when eating out and tweak your favourite kaya toast breakfast set, Health News,Episode 2 Duration: 11 mins Synopsis: In this new podcast series for 2018, The Straits Times tackles health tips and the impact of national policies with expert gu
Updated Mercedes-Benz E-Class officially debuts in Singapore, Lifestyle News,The latest Mercedes-Benz E-Class has been officially launched in Singapore. Globally, the sedan is the best-selling model in the brand’s history. The Mercedes-Benz E-Class is currently available as the E200. Three variants
Easy Ways to Naturally Lower Cortisol Levels,Regulating your cortisol levels doesn’t require a radical lifestyle overhaul. See how to Balance Your Body’s Stress Hormone.
Habits that may be slowing down your metabolism, Health News,When it comes to losing weight, we are all aware that healthy eating and exercising regularly play a role in optimal weight loss. However, while these things are relatively easy to control, certain factors like genetics and metabolic rates
