With frozen food clampdown, China points overseas as source of coronavirus, China News,SHANGHAI – As global Covid-19 infections surge, China is pushing a narrative via state media that the virus existed abroad before it was discovered late last year in the central city of Wuhan, where it was traced
4-metre king cobra wrestled from sewer in Thailand, Asia News,A feisty four-metre (13-foot) king cobra was pulled from a sewer in southern Thailand in an hour-long operation, a rescue foundation said Tuesday, describing the reptile as one of the largest they had ever captured. Footage of the daring
Where to buy pretty activewear in Singapore (besides Lululemon), Lifestyle News,These fancy activewear are giving Lululemon a run for their money Whether you're doing yoga or HIIT, what you wear affects your confidence level, and subsequently, performance. A study at California State University
Healthcare system, workers under tremendous pressure: Lawrence Wong, Singapore News,SINGAPORE – Singapore's healthcare system is under tremendous pressure, and the latest Covid-19 restrictions are needed to stabilise the situation and prevent avoidable deaths, said Finance Minister Lawrence Won
Sports coaches who move from one student to another a weak link in Singapore's fight against Covid-19?, Singapore News,SINGAPORE – Last Saturday (May 22) was like any other weekend at my condominium swimming pool, perhaps too normal considering the wave of Covid-19 infections. A swim coach was
Singapore could have a Covid-19 vaccine by early 2021, Singapore News,SINGAPORE – Singapore could have a Covid-19 vaccine by early next year. The first shipments of the vaccine co-developed by Singapore researchers are expected in the first quarter. Arcturus Therapeutics, the American pharmaceutical
'See you in court' says By2's Yumi to Li Jinglei in Weibo post showing legal letter, but Wang Leehom's ex not named in suit, Entertainment News,The feud between Singaporean singer Yumi and Li Jinglei continues, over allegations that the former was involved in an affair with Li&#x
'Pandemic' chosen as word of the year, World News,NEW YORK – The 2020 prize for Merriam-Webster's Word of the Year went to an obvious choice: pandemic. The term had the most online dictionary lookups of any word, Merriam-Webster said on its website, after a year in which at least 1.4
Why are Adidas Yeezy sneakers so expensive and popular that some risk breaking the law to buy them, Lifestyle News,Raved as one of the trendiest and exclusive sneaker series, the Adidas Yeezy sneakers have been a huge target for sneaker collectors. Developed by famous rapper and designer Kanye West
Lorry driver jailed 7 weeks, banned from driving following accident with cyclist in Pasir Ris, Singapore News,SINGAPORE – A lorry driver who was seen in a viral video having an altercation with a cyclist was sentenced to seven weeks' jail and fined $500 on Tuesday (Jan 14). Teo Seng Tiong, 59,
Health experts say India missed early alarm, let deadly coronavirus variant spread, Asia News,A veteran public health expert warned top Indian officials in early March that a new variant of the coronavirus was spreading quickly in a rural district in the heart of the country and that the outbreak re
Katy Perry screamed and ran out of a studio after seeing Russell Brand lookalike, Entertainment News,Katy Perry once screamed and ran out of a studio after she saw a lookalike of Russell Brand. The 37-year-old singer was married to comedian Russell, 47, for a year from 2010 to 2011, and BBC Radio DJ
Show Lo seemingly admits to ex-girlfriend Grace Chow's debauchery claims, Entertainment News,Show Lo has (finally) published an apology to his ex-girlfriend Grace Chow. After his initial brief response to her claims yesterday, the 40-year-old Taiwanese singer took to Instagram in the wee hours
Brazil prosecutors open money-laundering probe into president's son, World News,BRASILIA – The senator son of Brazilian President Jair Bolsonaro is under investigation by federal authorities for money laundering in connection to unexplained increases in his net worth, the prosecutor general
Bedridden teen in Malaysia teary-eyed as she realises childhood dream of riding train, Malaysia News,A 17-year-old girl in Malaysia had a simple wish — to experience a train ride. \”Riding on a train is my childhood dream. All this while, I could only watch the trains passing by my village,\” said Azi
Which corporate credit card should small businesses use for their operations?, Money News,Are you a small business owner? If you are, we know that you have lots on your plate. From strategic decision-making to managing employees, there are many responsibilities that you hold. If you struggle to cont
US, Japan, South Korea prepare for possible meeting on North Korea: Report, Asia News,TOKYO, Sept 7 – The United States, South Korea and Japan are preparing for a possible meeting of officials handling North Korea next week in Tokyo, Kyodo news agency reported on Tuesday (Sept 7). Arrangements were
Coronavirus: Discipline, processes will be strengthened after MOH press release leak, says Chan Chun Sing, Singapore News,SINGAPORE – Officials should not spread information prematurely as this could cause confusion and alarm during a crisis situation, said Minister-in-charge of the Public Service C
Police officer dragged 50m by driver dodging traffic stop in Geylang, Singapore News,Having spotted a man using his mobile phone while driving, a traffic police officer stopped a car along Geylang Road on Monday (Nov 12) afternoon. During the check, however, the 35-year-old driver drove away, draggi
She's 51, still plays with bubbles and gets paid for it, 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. For many of us, the days of chasing bubbles in the playground are long gone. But this 51-ye
The new Batman interactive movie lets you decide if Robin lives or dies, Digital News,It's time to revisit Batman's greatest failure. The next DC Universe Animated Original movie has been revealed, titled Batman: Death in the Family. The movie will be based on the comicbook story of the sa
New mechanics of Magic: The Gathering's Innistrad: Crimson Vow we know so far, Digital News,The new Magic: The Gathering (MTG) is coming in a few weeks, and it is time to whet our appetites for more playable cardboard. The new set, Innistrad: Crimson Vow, continues the journey in the Gothic hor
At least 1 killed, several injured in Seattle mass shooting, World News,LOS ANGELES – At least one person was killed and five others critically injured on Wednesday (Jan 23) after gunfire broke out in downtown Seattle, near a popular tourist area, police said. Local media said at least one suspect w
Funpack got this meh? Interesting but maybe forgotten items we've received in our NDP goodie bags, Lifestyle News,The National Day Parade may be different this year, but one constant that will thrill all of us gian png freebie-hunters has thankfully remained — the funpacks, though they've
Man arrested after repeatedly slapping guy and cussing in parking lot dispute outside Nex, Singapore News,A 52-year-old man who was caught on camera assaulting another guy in a parking lot dispute has been arrested. The incident occurred at the open space parking area near Nex shopping mall on Satur
Blizzard Entertainment confirms Warcraft is coming to mobile devices this year, Digital News,A Warcraft mobile game was only a matter of time. Blizzard Entertainment has announced that it plans to launch a World of Warcraft game on mobile platforms this year. Activision Blizzard made these plans kno
Nato chief: Pelosi visit no reason for China to overreact against Taiwan, World News,UTOEYA, Norway – China should not overreact to the visit to Taiwan by US House of Representatives Speaker Nancy Pelosi, Nato Secretary-General Jens Stoltenberg said on Thursday (Aug 4). \”The visit of Nancy Pelosi is
Caffeine could boost exercise performance, Health News,Taking caffeine before exercise could improve performance during a broad range of exercise tasks, according to a new review of past research. In particular, caffeine could help speed, power, strength and endurance, researchers wrote in the Briti
Naomi Osaka and LeBron James launch new media company Hana Kuma, World News,Japanese tennis player Naomi Osaka is launching a new media company in partnership with four-times NBA champion LeBron James aimed at telling stories that cross cultural barriers, the former world number one announced on Tue
