The Batman ignites with $338 million global box-office and second biggest opening during pandemic, Entertainment News,The Batman swooped into theatres this weekend, earning US$128.5 million (S$175 million) in its domestic box office debut. The detective DC film starring Robert Pattinson as the brood
NBA 2K23 Arcade Edition and Football Manager 2023 Touch are coming to the Apple Arcade, Digital News,Although my hands will always be more accustomed to the WASD keys than a basketball, I'm aware that October is going to be a pretty exciting time for basketball fans seeing as the new National B
Katie Leung says Harry Potter publicists told her to deny racist attacks, Entertainment News,Scottish actress Katie Leung, who appeared in five of the Harry Potter movies, has opened up about the racist attacks she endured when she was 16. On the Chinese Chippy Girl podcast on Monday (March 8), the
8 primary and 10 secondary schools to merge over next 3 years, Singapore News,SINGAPORE – Eight primary and 10 secondary schools will merge over the next three years, including schools with long histories like Telok Kurau Primary and Tanglin Secondary. The mergers are in response to falling birth ra
Chinese official in Hong Kong says some protest acts 'terrorist in nature', China News,HONG KONG – China’s foreign ministry office in Hong Kong said on Monday (May 25) some actions during last year’s pro-democracy protests were “terrorist in nature” and “troublemakers” colluded with foreig
Beijing steps up Covid-19 measures as cases quadruple, China News,BEIJING – China’s capital Beijing has dialled up measures to stop Covid-19, strengthening public checks and locking down some residential compounds after a quadrupling of its case load in recent weeks, just as a key Communist Party co
Carousell data breach: Info from 2.6 million accounts allegedly sold on Dark Web, hacking forums, Singapore News,SINGAPORE – A database of user accounts believed to have been stolen from online marketplace Carousell is being sold on the Dark Web and hacking forums, checks by The Sunday Times found.
US F-35 fighters arrive in South Korea as joint military drills ramp up, Asia News,SEOUL – US Air Force F-35A stealth fighters arrived in South Korea on Tuesday (June 5) on their first publicly announced visit since 2017 as the allies and nuclear-armed North Korean engage in an escalating cycle of d
Must-try short trips: Destinations for an escape during a long weekend, Travel News,Sometimes a short weekend getaway is the perfect remedy for a tired soul. The upcoming long weekend (thank you public holidays!) is just the right time to reward yourself with a quick trip to some beautiful places ne
Give e-cash instead of physical red packets this Chinese New Year to support the environment, says MAS, Singapore News,SINGAPORE – Members of the public are strongly encouraged to give e-cash during Chinese New Year (CNY) in February 2022, as this will support the environment and reduce queues at ba
Japanese researchers confirm coronavirus testing in sewers as possible outbreak warning system, Asia News,TOKYO – Japanese researchers confirmed the presence of the coronavirus in wastewater plants, a finding that could serve as a signal for future outbreaks. The study tested water from four treatme
'Once again, empty tables': Eatery with differently-abled staff appeals for help online, Lifestyle News,The many rounds of Covid-19 restrictions have left most of us feeling exhausted and one of the hardest-hit sectors is the F&B industry. Dignity Kitchen, a food court at Boon Keng tha
No shows to film? Chen Xiuhuan turns to creating YouTube videos instead , Entertainment News,The coronavirus pandemic has seen many job opportunities go up in smoke, and veteran actress Chen Xiuhuan isn't spared either. It's been more than a year since her last acting project, and she'
Martin Nguyen is still looking to battle on three fronts in 2018, Asia News,To say ONE Championship star Martin “The Situ-Asian” Nguyen is an active athlete would be a massive understatement. The 10-2 two-weight ONE World Champion captured both his titles last year, and came within inches of adding
6 more Covid-19 deaths and 3,598 new infections in Singapore, Singapore News,SINGAPORE – Six more people between the ages of 61 and 91 have died from complications linked to Covid-19. Four of them were unvaccinated against the virus, while two of them were vaccinated. All of them were Singaporeans o
Factbox: Thai king's elaborate coronation by the numbers, Asia News,BANGKOK – Thailand's coronation ceremonies for King Maha Vajiralongkorn on May 4-6 will be the first the Southeast Asian nation has seen in 69 years, when the late King Bhumibol Adulyadej was crowned in 1950. A monarch
8 lucky winners share $19.4 million Toto Hongbao jackpot, Singapore News,SINGAPORE – Eight punters shared a jackpot of $19.4 million from the annual Toto Hongbao draw by Singapore Pools this year, the results of which were announced on Friday night (Feb 11). The jackpot was $19,416,908, so each winn
Apple Education lets teachers and parents creatively enhance student learning, Digital News,Since the start of the pandemic, Mdm Shuhannah, a teacher from Madrasah Alsagoff has had to adapt in keeping tabs on her students. Since she is unable to interact with her class face to face, the Primary 4 Sc
Another world? Virtual assets insulated from cooling risk appetite, for now, Money News,LONDON – Global markets have had a rocky start to the year as the prospects of tighter monetary policy prompted investors to ditch risky assets – but the fast-growing world of \”metaverse\” investing has been runni
2,268 new Covid-19 cases on Sept 29; 8 seniors die from complications, Singapore News,SINGAPORE – Eight Singaporeans aged between 72 and 90 have died from complications due to Covid-19, the Ministry of Health (MOH) said on Wednesday (Sept 29). They comprise five Singaporean men and three Singaporean
10 wounded in shooting at New Orleans' French Quarter tourist hub, World News,WASHINGTON – Ten people were wounded in a shooting early Sunday (Dec 1) in New Orleans' French Quarter, a popular tourist hub, US police said, adding that two of the victims were in a critical condition. The shoo
Rub alcohol to make baby hair grow faster? What doctor wants you to know, Lifestyle News,Baby doesn’t have much hair. Will rubbing XO or other alcohol on her scalp help boost its growth? “Rubbing alcohol onto her scalp is unlikely to be of any benefit, and may be harmful if it gets into her eyes,” s
Internet claps back with free 'advice' after Singapore teen posts about first-world (grad trip) problems, Singapore News,If you fail to plan, you plan to fail. Someone tell that to Audrey Chong, a 19-year-old whose sentiments online are quickly gaining traction — for all the wrong reasons
In Turkey wildfire, birth of 'Miracle' goat defies deadly flames, Asia News,MANAVGAT, Turkey – When a wildfire spread to his village, Turkish farmer Sercan Bayat shouted at his cows to run from the flames and prayed for his own death rather than witness his animals perish. Seeing his anima
Over 600,000 older Japanese live in social isolation: Survey, Asia News,TOKYO – More than 600,000 Japanese people over 40 are living in complete isolation from society, staying at home for more than six months without social interaction, the government estimated on Friday (March 29). The phenomenon
Thailand reports daily record of Covid-19 cases, including jail clusters, Asia News,BANGKOK – Thailand on Monday (May 17) reported a daily record of 9,635 new coronavirus cases, including 6,853 infections among prisoners from jail clusters, as the South-east Asian country struggles with a third wave
I have been feeling anxious on Tuesdays, says Ong Ye Kung as new Covid-19 cases seem to have slowed, Singapore News,SINGAPORE – Eleven people aged between 66 and 98 died from complications linked to Covid-19, the Ministry of Health (MOH) said on Tuesday (Oct 12). Singapore also reported 2,976 new Co
Singapore reviewing timing, scope of next stage of reopening amid 'latest outbreak' of Covid-19 cases: Lawrence Wong, Singapore News,SINGAPORE – The multi-ministry task force is reviewing the timing and scope of the second stage of the economy's reopening, in the light of the emergenc
Hong Kong to offer free coronavirus testing for all residents, China News,HONG KONG – Hong Kong will offer free voluntary coronavirus testing for residents, leader Carrie Lam said on Friday, as the global financial hub races to contain a resurgence of the virus over the past month. The plan, which w
5 highest-yielding Paya Lebar condominiums under $1.4m, Money News,Paya Lebar Quarter (PLQ) has turned the area into a new commercial hub, and a major property hot spot. Unfortunately, it may be tough for a new investor to get a piece of the action now; prices in Paya Lebar have soared over the past
Wuhan virus: JJ Lin and Stefanie Sun release song paying tribute to those in frontline, Entertainment News,Some 17 years since Phua Chu Kang urged us to be \”safe, not SAR-ry\”, we've got a new virus-fighting anthem. Singaporean singers JJ Lin and Stefanie Sun dropped the song Stay With You, a mo
Hacker claims to have stolen 1 billion records of Chinese citizens from police, China News,SHANGHAI – A hacker has claimed to have procured a trove of personal information from the Shanghai police on one billion Chinese citizens, which tech experts say, if true, would be one of the biggest data brea
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
Delta most prevalent Covid-19 variant in Singapore for now, Singapore News,SINGAPORE – The rise in Covid-19 cases here in recent months could have been caused by more contagious variants of the coronavirus first found abroad. As at May 31, a total of 940 local and imported infections have involved a
IPO for label of K-pop group BTS set to be South Korea's biggest in 3 years, Money News,SEOUL – Big Hit Entertainment, the management label of hugely popular South Korean K-Pop group BTS, priced its initial public offering (IPO) at top of its range on Monday (Sept 28), in South Korea's lar
Landslide in central Colombian town kills 11, others missing, World News,BOGOTA – An overnight landslide caused by heavy rains killed 11 people, including four children, in the central Colombian town of Marquetalia, the country's disaster relief agency said on Thursday. The landslide, which occ
Robbie Williams is losing his hair, Entertainment News,The Angels hitmaker had no choice but to shave his entire head when he realised he had unsightly sparse areas recently, but he's decided to make his new look a little more eye-catching by styling his short 'do into a Mohican – just wit
Singapore confirms 675 new Covid-19 cases; new high of 958 patients discharged, Singapore News,[UPDATE: 10:16pm] The Ministry of Health (MOH) confirmed 675 new coronavirus cases in Singapore today (May 13). Out of these, there are four cases in the community and 671 cases of work permit holders resi
A guide to understanding e-wallets in Singapore, Lifestyle News,Wallets might be a thing of the past as e-wallets have taken over. Thanks to this push towards becoming a cashless society, we’ve seen a myriad of e-wallet options and other contactless payments that purport to make our retail experienc
Protein for the gains? Centipede in meal at VivoCity food court disgusts diner , Singapore News,We all love it when a generous hawker doles out a little extra food for us. However, it's a completely different story if that additional ingredient is a creepy crawly. One diner told Sgfollowsall th
Injuries pile up with e-scooter craze: survey, World News,More than 1,500 people have been treated for injuries from using battery-powered electric scooters in the United States since the craze began in late 2017, a Consumer Reports survey showed. The nonprofit consumer magazine said its tally, base
Netflix kills Resident Evil after 1 season, Entertainment News,Netflix has left Resident Evil for dead. The live-action series based on the video game franchise has been cancelled after just one season. The decision comes six weeks after the series' July 14 debut and after the streamer's r
IS 'caliphate' down to 1 per cent as final assault nears, World News,The Islamic State group's \”caliphate\” has shrunk to less than one per cent of its original size, the US-led coalition said Thursday, as a final onslaught in eastern Syria loomed. Kurdish-led forces spearheading the o
CPF interest rates: Minimum 4% on Special, MediSave, and Retirement Accounts extended till 2021, Money News,Breaking news! Since Jan 1, 2008, the Government had committed to providing a 4 per cent interest floor rate for Special, Medisave, and Retirement Account (SMRA) CPF monies for two-year period
Man takes photo of commuter on MRT hogging seat with bag, gets flamed instead, Singapore News,A man who tried to \”name and shame\” a fellow commuter got a taste of his own medicine when he was attacked online instead. A photo posted by All Singapore Stuff on June 24 showed a man in the MRT with his b
2020 Olympics could paralyse Tokyo's famed subway, study warns, Asia News,Tokyo's subway system is famed for its cleanliness and efficiency but also its carriage-busting crowds, and a crush of visitors for the 2020 Olympics could paralyse it, a new study has warned. Professor Azuma Taguchi
Apple removes thousands of game apps from China store: Research firm, Digital News,SHANGHAI – Apple Inc removed 29,800 apps from its Chinese app store on Saturday (Aug 1), including more than 26,000 games, according to data from research firm Qimai. The takedowns come amid a crackdown on unlicensed
Man tried to shave woman at Tampines East MRT station, Singapore News,A man was leaving Tampines East MRT station and shaving his chin with a disposable razor. When he later walked past a 19-year-old woman at about midnight on Nov 26 last year, he tried to shave her chin, causing a cut of about 1cm.
PM Lee: Singapore has to tighten Covid-19 measures promptly if needed to curb spread, steer clear of second circuit breaker, Singapore News,SINGAPORE – Singapore will have to tighten measures against Covid-19 promptly where necessary to clamp down on the spread of new clusters, and avoid going into
Why don't you die?': Australian's fight with a spider sparks police, World News,SYDNEY – An Australian man triggered an emergency police response after a noisy exchange with a spider startled a passerby into reporting what sounded like a violent disturbance to the authorities, media r
Apple rolls out Apple Watch Series 6 service programme for blank screen issue, Digital News,Apple has rolled out a service programme for Apple Watch Series 6 with the blank screen issue. According to Apple, it is determined that the screen on a very small percentage of 40mm Apple Watch Series 6 mode
World's oldest known spider dies in Australia – of wasp sting, World News,SYDNEY – The world's oldest known spider has died at the ripe old age of 43 after being monitored for years during a long-term population study in Australia, researchers said ob Monday (April 30). The trapdoor matria
John Chau, latest in long line of American Christian missionaries , World News,John Chau, killed by members of the Sentinelese tribe on an island in the Andaman Sea, is the latest in a long line of American missionaries who voyaged to the world's most isolated regions to spread Christianity. Th
At least 7 dead as World War II plane crashes in the US: Reports, World News,At least seven people were killed when a World War II bomber carrying 13 passengers and crew crashed at an airport in the northeastern US state of Connecticut Wednesday, local media reported. The Boeing B-17 aircraft, which
Malaysia reports 7,289 coronavirus cases, record daily count, Malaysia News,KUALA LUMPUR – Malaysia on Tuesday (May 25) reported 7,289 new coronavirus infections, a record number of new daily cases The new infections bring the total number of cases in the Southeast Asian nation to 525,889
Global warming will expose millions more to floods, World News,Miami – Global warming is expected to unleash more rain, exposing millions more people to river flooding particularly in the United States and parts of Asia, Africa and central Europe, researchers said Wednesday. The study in the journal
Pig farmers pessimistic as China tries to talk down swine fever, China News,Sun Dawu sighs sadly when asked about the death of thousands of his pigs, killed by the African swine fever outbreak that has been decimating hog herds across China. \”The pig farm was completely destroyed,\” he says quietly,
$1.2 million for a freehold landed property? Here are the cheapest freehold landed estates in Singapore, Money News,Landed properties show the biggest divergence, when it comes to freehold versus leasehold. Indeed, some buyers will tell you a 99-year lease defeats the entire purpose of buying a land
If she didn't have money I'd give the fruits to her, Serangoon hawker says after woman filmed stealing, Singapore News,She thought no one was looking, but her actions were clearly recorded on camera. In CCTV footage, an elderly woman was seen pocketing several fruits from a stall at Blk 25
Creative's shares soar upon news of impending launch of Super X-Fi devices in US, Business Wires News,Shares in Creative Technology defied gravity on Monday after the company announced in the morning that it will start selling its Super X-Fi audio devices in the US this week. The counter soared
4 men with wife-sharing fantasies admit to conspiring to rape sedated wives, Singapore News,Four men involved in an unprecedented case where husbands with wife-sharing fantasies found each other online and conspired to have their own partners sedated and raped pleaded guilty to their crimes on Monda
Wannabe ninjas plague Japan town after viral mix-up, Asia News,TOKYO – A Japanese city has been left fighting off wannabe ninjas after a news report on local labour shortages that suggested it wanted to hire the traditional assassins went viral. The western city of Iga was featured in a report by Am
Deadly pesticide in temple food that killed 15 in India, Asia News,NEW DELHI – A toxic pesticide that a UN agency wanted India to ban a decade ago contaminated food that killed at least 15 people at a temple last week, police said on Tuesday (Dec 18). More than 100 also had to go to hospital after d
New Zealand opposition lawmaker quits after allegedly sending sexually explicit image, World News,WELLINGTON – A lawmaker from New Zealand's main opposition party resigned on Tuesday (July 21) after being accused of sending a sexually explicit image to a young woman. It was the latest in a seri
German researchers tie cold viruses used to deliver Covid-19 vaccine to rare blood clot risk, World News,FRANKFURT – German researchers on Wednesday (May 26) said that based on laboratory research, they believed they have found the cause of the rare but serious blood-clotting events among some peopl
Gordian Quest review: A worthy successor to Slay The Spire? , Digital News,For anyone who’s into card-based roguelikes, finding a worthy successor to Slay The Spire is a challenge but in Mixed Realms’Gordian Quest, we might just have found the game that comes closest to it. Your first journey into G
Not a billionaire, but Kylie Jenner is highest-paid celebrity, Forbes says, Entertainment News,LOS ANGELES – Kylie Jenner and Kanye West on Thursday topped the annual Forbes list of the highest paid celebrities, but sports stars, including Roger Federer and Lionel Messi, dominated the top 10. Forbes
Go master Lee Se-Dol quits playing because AI 'cannot be defeated', Digital News,The only human ever to beat Google's computer algorithm at the ancient Chinese strategy game Go decided to retire because he is convinced machines \”cannot be defeated\”, according to media reports on Wedne
Residents jump from Los Angeles high-rise amid blaze, World News,LOS ANGELES – Residents jumped from a high-rise residential building in west Los Angeles on Wednesday (Jan 29) as a fire engulfed the structure, the Los Angeles Fire Department said. Officials said the blaze broke out shortly after 8.3
New Zealand announces move to enter lockdown over next 48 hours, World News,WELLINGTON – New Zealand Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern said on Monday (March 23) the country will move into its highest alert level, with all non-essential services, schools and offices to be shut over the next 48 hours. The
Cold Storage fires temperature screening staff who photographed female shoppers, Singapore News,A temperature screening staff at Cold Storage has been dismissed for distributing photos of female shoppers taken during work. The incident was brought to light when screenshots of a WhatsApp chatroom wer
Aid agencies rush to help survivors of deadly Lombok quakes, Asia News,SUGIAN, INDONESIA – Indonesian aid agencies and government officials rushed Tuesday (Aug 21) to help survivors after another series of powerful quakes rattled Lombok island, killing at least 10 people and leaving hundreds of thou
More than 600, mostly children, test positive for HIV in Pakistan, after doctor allegedly uses contaminated syringe, Asia News,Pakistan said on Sunday 600 people, most of them children, had tested HIV positive in a city in southern Sindh province. Concerns grew after hundreds of people were allegedl
Charlize Theron slams Steven Seagal for his treatment of women, Entertainment News,In a scathing new interview, the 44-year-old actress blasted the 68-year-old actor as \”incredibly overweight\” and said he's \”not very nice to women\”. Speaking to SiriusXM's Howard Stern, Charlize said: \”I ha
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
Apple Music hits 38 million paid subscribers , Digital News,CALIFORNIA – Apple Inc's streaming music service now has 38 million paid subscribers, up from 36 million last month, the company said on Monday (March 12). Apple is locked in race for subscribers with Amazon.com Inc, Alphabet Inc'
16 more Covid-19 deaths, taking Singapore's virus death toll to 280, Singapore News,SINGAPORE – Sixteen people, aged 61 to 93, have died from complications linked to Covid-19, taking Singapore's virus death toll to 280. Twelve were men and four were women, the Ministry of Health (MOH) said
F&B outlets prepare for Omicron wave amid ongoing manpower shortage, Singapore News,SINGAPORE – Most food and beverage businesses already have contingency plans in place to ensure business can continue even if more Covid-19 cases surface, said a spokesman for the Restaurant Association of Singapore
Americans soak up sun on beaches as coronavirus death toll nears 100,000, World News,WASHINGTON/NEW YORK (REUTERS) – Americans sunbathed on beaches, fished from boats and strolled on boardwalks this holiday weekend, but the occasional person wearing a mask was a constant reminder that the world is s
Cheaper ART kits, groups of up to 5 will be able to dine at hawker centres: New Covid-19 measures at a glance, Singapore News,SINGAPORE – New measures were announced on Monday (Nov 15) by the multi-ministry task force on Covid-19 to help Singapore live with the Covid-19 pandemic. The announcements c
New feature in Motorist app lets you chat with (or scold) drivers using their licence plate number, Digital News,For drivers in the know, Motorist is a handy app to have if you’re a vehicle owner in Singapore. The all-in-one app offers a multitude of services including but not limited to paying traf
Mainland China reports 99 new confirmed cases of coronavirus on March 6, China News,BEIJING – Mainland China had 99 new confirmed cases of coronavirus infections on Friday (March 6), the country's National Health Commission said on Saturday, down from 143 cases a day earlier. That brings the to
Rolling Stones mark first tour without Charlie Watts with video tribute, Entertainment News,The Rolling Stones kicked off the US leg of their No Filter tour on Sunday (Sept 26) with a video tribute to their late drummer Charlie Watts. The veteran British band, on their first tour since 1963 without
Japan doesn't need to reimpose state of emergency: Government, Asia News,TOKYO – Japan does not need to reimpose a state of emergency over the novel coronavirus, Chief Cabinet Secretary Yoshihide Suga said on Friday, reiterating the government’s stance amid a surge in new infections across the
Ryan Reynolds finds it \”harder and harder\” to leave the house with three children at home, Entertainment News,The 43-year-old actor and his wife Blake Lively welcomed their third daughter into the world in October, and Ryan has admitted it's a struggle for him to leave his brood – which also co
I've lived at The Trilinq for 3 months – here's my insider review of what it's really like living here, Lifestyle News,The Trilinq was one of those condos that we’ve recently identified as a slow seller, but that has worked out quite well – if you’ve bought in at the later stages. It
Army of the Dead has become one of Netflix's top 10 most-watched movies to date, Digital News,Wondering what everyone’s been watching on Netflix? Netflix is one of the few streaming services that makes its viewership numbers public – though that usually only happens whenever it scores a big hit
BTS meal mania in Indonesia forces McDonald's outlets to close over Covid-19 fears , Asia News,McDonald's had to close several outlets in Indonesia on Wednesday (June 9) as delivery riders swarmed the restaurants to pick up orders of the newly launched BTS meal. At least 13 outlets across
Duchess Meghan sought advice from senior royals before writing letter to father, World News,Meghan, Britain's Duchess of Sussex, sought advice from two senior members of the royal family before writing a letter to her father which is at the center of a privacy lawsuit against a tabloid newspape
South Korean airlines halt flights to Daegu, city with most virus cases, Asia News,SEOUL – South Korea's Korean Air Lines and Asiana Airlines said on Monday (Feb 24) they are suspending flights to Daegu, the country's fourth-largest city with the largest number of coronavirus cases, for th
Lightning strikes kill over 100 in two Indian states, Asia News,NEW DELHI – Lightning strikes killed more than 100 people in India’s eastern Bihar state and in the northern state of Uttar Pradesh, their chief ministers’ offices said on Thursday. Eighty-three people were killed in Bihar, and at least
5 must-have apps if you are driving an electric vehicle into Malaysia, Lifestyle News,Planning a trip to Johor or KL once the Singapore-Malaysia borders open? If you are driving an electric vehicle, here are five apps you can download to help you find charging stations in Malaysia. Unlike Singapore,
