Russia's Lavrov says West tried to 'politicise' G20 declaration, World News,NUSA DUA – Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov said on Tuesday (Nov 15) that Western countries had tried to \”politicise\” a joint declaration at the Group of 20 (G20) summit, accusing them pushing to include
7 detained over east China chemical spill, China News,BEIJING – Seven people have been detained over the spilling of tonnes of toxic chemicals into seas off eastern China's Fujian province that left 52 ill, local authorities said. The incident happened in the early hours of Nov 4 when a tube tr
Coronavirus: More will die in S'pore if people keep flouting circuit breaker measures, says NCID, Singapore News,SINGAPORE – More people will die if those here continue to flout the circuit breaker measures intended to counter the coronavirus, said the National Centre for Infectious Diseases&#x
Repeat test of 6 infected students, staff for Covid-19 finds all negative, have recovered: MOH, Singapore News,SINGAPORE – The five students and one non-teaching staff member who were confirmed to have Covid-19 on Sunday (June 7) have all recovered, the Ministry of Health (MOH) said on Wednesday (Ju
6 credit cards which give free access to airport lounges, Lifestyle News,Find out which travel credit cards in Singapore give free access to Priority Pass and Plaza Premium airport lounges around the world. Many Singaporeans think that access to VIP airport lounges is a privilege reserved for busine
Netflix's ad-supported plan may not have the full content catalogue, Digital News,Netflix's upcoming ad-supported plan may not offer the full content catalogue. According to Deadline, Netflix co-CEO Ted Sarandos shared the ad-supported plan will not come with the full catalogue of licensed
US sex cult founder Keith Raniere was a 'predator' who preyed on young women but 'compared himself to Einstein and Gandhi', World News,Former self-help guru Keith Raniere was a \”predator\” who preyed on young women, including a 15-year-old girl, and turned them into sex slaves as
Latest local Covid-19 case visited Southern Islands in large group, Singapore News,SINGAPORE – The sole locally-transmitted Covid-19 case on Monday (Dec 21) was a Singaporean woman who tested positive before a scheduled cruise trip, said the Ministry of Health (MOH). The ministry added that on Dec 1
'I'm not a man who gets scared easily': Man who stopped Buangkok sword attacker receives award, Singapore News,Mr Amila Chinthana, 35, was waiting at a traffic junction in Buangkok Crescent on Monday afternoon (March 14) when a man armed with a samurai sword attacked him. \”He just ran
HBO Max's Wonder Twins movie deactivated by new Warner Bros Discovery head, Entertainment News,It was on the way. The cast was confirmed. And now, like magic, it’s gone. HBO Max’s Wonder Twins movie has been cancelled after the Warner Bros and Discovery merger was completed last month, reported
World Wide Web inventor Tim Berners-Lee launches plan to stop internet abuse, Digital News,World Wide Web inventor Tim Berners-Lee on Monday unveiled a \”Contract for the Web\” to halt \”misuse\” by governments, companies and individuals, bringing several capitals and tech titans such as Google aboard.
Parliament: MPs will lose their seat if fined at least $10k, Singapore News,SINGAPORE – MPs who are convicted and fined for an offence will now lose their seat only if the fine amount is at least $10,000, after Parliament on Monday (May 9) unanimously approved amendments to the Constitution to updat
British royals appeal for online kindness after trolling of Kate and Meghan, World News,LONDON – Britain's royals unveiled a new protocol on Monday for users of their social media channels, asking for kindness and warning of possible police action following a rise in abusive comments, often aim
Kobe Bryant widow awarded $22 million over crash site photos, World News,LOS ANGELES – The widow of the late basketball star Kobe Bryant was awarded $16 million (S$22 million) by a jury on Wednesday (Aug 24) over the sharing of photos of human remains at the helicopter crash site where her husband,
Wanted: New K-Pop band, American style, Entertainment News,The company behind South Korean boy band BTS on Wednesday (Feb 17) announced a project to find the next K-Pop sensation, through a global audition program that is expected air in the United States in 2022. Big Hit Entertainment said it was t
Hotels in Singapore to stay in (at discounted rates) if you are issued a stay-home notice, Lifestyle News,By now you should be familiar with a couple of coronavirus-related lingo, such as social distancing, quarantine order and stay-home notice (SHN). From March 27, travellers arriving in Singapore
'The group will remain active as a team': BTS' management clarifies hiatus remarks, Entertainment News,BTS' management team have clarified the group are not going on hiatus. It was reported earlier this week that the K-pop sensations — which included Jin, Suga, V, RM, Jimin, Jung
Indonesia warns unemployment to spike due to coronavirus pandemic, Asia News,JAKARTA – Indonesia expects its unemployment rate to spike to 8.1 per cent to 9.2 per cent this year due to the economic impact of the coronavirus pandemic, from 5.28 per cent in 2019, according to presentations by cabinet
'Forgiving him was the best thing I could do for myself': Child sex abuse survivor, Singapore News,SINGAPORE – Throughout most of her childhood, Fiona (not her real name) dreaded going home because she knew her stepfather would be there. He began sexually abusing her when she was nine year
Iranian women arrive for World Cup qualifier to watch first men's match in 40 years, World News,Iranian women entered the country's national stadium in Teheran on Thursday (Oct 10) after being able to purchase tickets for a national team football game for the first time in 40 years. Women
Jung Joon-young quits as K-pop sex scandal spreads, Entertainment News,A burgeoning K-pop sex scandal claimed a second scalp as a singer who rose to fame after coming second in one of South Korea's top talent shows admitted secretly filming himself having sex and sharing the footage. Jung Joon-
Indonesia to US and China: Don't trap us in your rivalry, Asia News,JAKARTA – Indonesia's Foreign Minister Retno Marsudi cautioned the United States and China on Tuesday (Sept 8) not to entangle her country in their regional struggle for influence, telling the two superpowers: \”We don'
Golden Globes organisers approve changes on diversity and ethics, Entertainment News,The membership of the Hollywood Foreign Press Association, the group that hands out the annual Golden Globe awards for television and film, on Thursday (May 6) approved widespread changes designed to diversify its r
The dummy's guide to Singapore's political parties: The DPP edition, Singapore News,Unless you've been living under a rock, you should have some inkling of the People's Action Party (PAP) and the Workers' Party (WP). But what about RP? Or PSP? Or SDP? If these acronyms mean
First Thailand, now Myanmar: Asia protesters borrow 3-finger salute from Hunger Games, Asia News,MANDALAY, Myanmar – Wearing face masks and red ribbons on their blue protective gowns, the group of Yangon medics raised three-finger salutes in a gesture of support for Myanmar's ousted civilian le
Adulting lessons we learnt from Korean drama Crash Landing On You, Lifestyle News,It's been a month since the last episode of Korean drama Crash Landing On You was aired, and everyone is still talking about it. And we don't blame them – the drama was a breath of fresh air compared to the u
Malaysia's Anwar Ibrahim says to meet King next week to prove majority, Malaysia News,KUALA LUMPUR – Malaysian opposition leader Anwar Ibrahim on Thursday (Oct 8) said he will meet with the country's King next week to present his case for taking over the premiership from Tan Sri Muhyiddin
26 incidents of sexual offences reviewed by NUS Board of Discipline over past 3 years, no expulsions, Singapore News,SINGAPORE – Over the past three years, 26 cases of sexual offences were brought before the National University of Singapore's (NUS) disciplinary board, according to a report that
Typhoon Vamco triggers worst floods in Philippine capital in years, Asia News,MANILA – Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte on Thursday ordered government agencies to rush aid to people affected by Typhoon Vamco, after the storm killed at least two people and brought the worst flooding in the capita
CPF members can nominate their beneficiaries online, Singapore News,SINGAPORE – Those looking to make their Central Provident Fund (CPF) nominations can now do so online. In a statement on Wednesday (Jan 22), the CPF Board said that the move will bring convenience to CPF members and protect their pr
Attack at elite India university injures at least 23, Asia News,NEW DELHI – At least 23 people were hurt at a prestigious Indian university on Sunday (Jan 5) in what police said were clashes between rival student groups but which an opposition politician blamed on a student organisation linked to Pr
Indonesia rights body condemns plans for LGBT raids ordered by mayor after UK rape case, Asia News,JAKARTA – Indonesia's human rights commission on Tuesday (Jan 14) condemned plans by a mayor to launch raids targeting the LGBT community in his city after a local man was convicted in Britain of
A guide to using SingapoRediscovers vouchers for families, Lifestyle News,With the new travel restrictions, most of our plans for overseas trips have unfortunately been put on hold. And with the holiday season upon us, families might be looking at fun and productive things to do with their kids. For
Home of Twice's Tzuyu robbed by someone she knows – and guess what she stole?, Entertainment News,Jewellery, watches, cash. These are things we expect a thief to pilfer if they enter our homes. However, the person who stole from the Tainan family home of Taiwanese pop idol Tzuyu — of the popula
'We are sad, of course': Popular old-school bakery Tiong Bahru Galicier Pastry to close by mid-2022, Lifestyle News,Bad news for folks who love the old-school bakes and kueh from Tiong Bahru Galicier Pastry — it will be closing soon. While the actual closing date is not confirmed yet, Made
Singapore Airlines ranks 4th in Skytrax's 2019 list of world's cleanest airline cabins, Lifestyle News,SINGAPORE – Have you ever had to brush crumbs, left behind by the previous passenger, off your plane seat? Or dig up crumpled napkins from your seat pocket? Just how clean are planes? Bes
Razer Fintech launches new Visa prepaid card: Are you '1337' enough for it?, Money News,Razer Fintech has partnered with Visa to launch the prepaid Razer Card, which literally lights up when you pay. How do its features and rewards compare to other cards on the market? Razer Fintech has ne
Lady Gaga leads surge in women admitted to become Oscar voters, Singapore News,LOS ANGELES – Women accounted for half of the Hollywood royalty admitted to the Oscars-awarding film academy this year, it said on Monday (July 1), with Lady Gaga among those invited. The Academy of Motion Picture Arts an
Russian doctors 'refused to help dying woman' outside hospital, World News,Russian prosecutors launched a probe Wednesday after doctors reportedly refused to help a woman dying on the pavement outside the hospital where they worked in Yekaterinburg, a World Cup host city. Prosecutors said
Mexico promises justice after metro train line collapse kills 24, World News,MEXICO CITY – Mexico will punish those responsible for an overpass collapse that killed at least 24 people and injured dozens when a train on Mexico City's newest metro line plunged onto a busy road below, the governme
'Caregiving is a full-time job': Woman with heart failure cares for schizophrenic husband and his father with dementia, Singapore News,SINGAPORE – Housewife Cityruth Cocoanna Christian was diagnosed with heart and kidney failure 10 years ago, but she grapples with the condition while takin
Being a personal trainer in Singapore — complete guide to costs, courses and certification, Lifestyle News,Gyms are full of people grinding away at the machines but not seeing the results they want. What these people need is a personal trainer to work out a personalised fitness plan for them and the
Bedraggled wallaby plucked from Sydney harbour by passing ferry, World News,Sydney – A swimming wallaby has been plucked from Sydney harbour by a passing ferry after the spooked animal was apparently chased out of its bushland home by a dog. Ferries in the beachside suburb of Manly came to a tempora
Thai PM to reshuffle cabinet by next month after economic team quits, Asia News,BANGKOK – Thailand’s prime minister said on Thursday a cabinet reshuffle will take place by next month after the resignation of members of his economic team, including the finance minister. “We have to reshuffle the cabi
Rainstorms lash northeast China, trapping cars, buses in floods, China News,BEIJING — Heavy rain battered China's northeastern rust belt on Thursday (July 7), triggering floods that trapped buses, swamped roads and disrupted commuters in cities, with more storms forecast for coming days. In She
Coronavirus: Marriage solemnisations in person allowed from June 2 and other changes to ease circuit breaker measures, Singapore News,SINGAPORE – As the country enters the final two weeks of the circuit breaker period that is slated to end on June 1, some measures will be gradually eased, with safet
HDB flats in JB? Not so far-fetched as Johor looks at modelling Singapore's HDB to develop public housing, Malaysia News,Would we be seeing a Pasir Ris or perhaps a Toa Payoh HDB-style estate in Johor soon? That may well happen if Johor's development of affordable public housing goes accor
Opera star Placido Domingo 'truly sorry' over sexual harassment, Entertainment News,MADRID – Opera star Placido Domingo, facing multiple allegations of sexual harassment, apologised for \”the hurt\” caused to his accusers on Tuesday (Feb 25), saying he accepted \”full responsibility\” for his
South Korea's Park Chan-wook leaves violence behind in new 'adult film' Decision to Leave, Entertainment News,CANNES — Celebrated South Korean filmmaker Park Chan-wook, best known for his brutal Vengeance Trilogy, is covering new ground with his latest Cannes competition entry, Decisi
What to do this weekend (Dec 17 to 19) – stay safe!, Lifestyle News,Ready for the weekend? Here's what you can look forward to this week. 1. SkyHelix Sentosa [embed]https://www.instagram.com/p/CXfpPhjNxEy/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link[/embed] Take a ride on the newly opened SkyHelix Sentosa, an
Ukraine military tells residents to brace for indiscriminate Russian shelling, World News,MARIUPOL/LVIV/KYIV, Ukraine – Ukraine's military said on Tuesday (March 22) residents should brace for more indiscriminate Russian shelling of critical infrastructure, as US President Joe Biden issued one
