Scalpers selling tickets to Avengers: Endgame for up to $888 on Carousell, Singapore News,Scalpers are already selling tickets for the much-anticipated movie, Avengers: Endgame on the same day tickets went on sale. Local cinema chains started selling tickets to the movie on Wednesday morning (Apr 10
You can soon hide your online status on WhatsApp, Digital News,Besides working on a feature to edit messages, WhatsApp is developing another much-sought after option. WABetaInfo shares a screenshot which reveals an option within the last seen settings where users can opt to hide their online status.
Mooncake Festival 2022: Raffles Hotel, Goodwood Park, Peony Jade mooncake prices, Lifestyle News,Every Mid-Autumn Festival is always an interesting event, especially for folks with a sweet tooth or adventurous taste buds. Mooncakes are as tasty as they are sinful, but they’re also generally pricey,
The PS5 DualSense Wireless Controller will set you back $110, Digital News,Finally, with Sony’s recent stream reveal of the PlayStation 5 console and a slew of upcoming games, we finally know what the highly anticipated next-gen console will look like. All that’s left to know now is the golden quest
'We acted until we were exhausted': Xiang Yun's new drama character has schizophrenia and dementia, Entertainment News,In her new drama Your World In Mine, veteran actress Xiang Yun plays a woman who has both schizophrenia and dementia, and one scene in particular left her depleted. R
New York street artist Futura wears SAF uniform in photoshoot, triggers netizens, Digital News,Can the Singapore Armed Forces (SAF) uniform be worn casually as a jacket or fashion statement? Definitely not, if we’re going by the Decorations and Uniforms Act. Anyone caught for the unauthorised use of
Korean fashion brands made famous by K-stars like Son Ye-jin & Park Min-young, Lifestyle News,Recent hit K-dramas have cast the spotlight on a number of Korean fashion labels, with stars like Son Ye-jin (Crash Landing on You) and Kim Go-eun (Goblin) proudly rocking home-grown brands in their respect
Singapore ends Covid-19 circuit breaker: How does it affect you from June 2, Singapore News,Monday (June 1) will be the last day of Singapore's eight-week Covid-19 circuit breaker shutdown. Restrictions will be progressively eased in three phases. Here's a list of what is allowed under Pha
Space cadet: A Chinese father innovates to ward off coronavirus, China News,SHANGHAI (Reuters) – As the spread of coronavirus eases in China, Cao Junjie and his family are making the most of the sunny days at a Shanghai amusement park – with one important twist. Cao's son is wearing an inflatab
Clips of Demon Slayer movie have been leaked online by a culprit in Singapore, film distributor says, Digital News,For many anime lovers in Singapore, the Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba the Movie: Mugen Train (that’s a lot of colons) screening in cinemas here has been a bright spot in a distressing
Japan reality show Terrace House halts production after star's death, Entertainment News,TOKYO – Japanese reality TV show Terrace House has suspended its production for the 2019-2020 season after the sudden death of a 22-year-old cast member, it said on its website. Hana Kimura, a professional
What does a post-Covid world mean for the home?, Lifestyle News,Are you one of the eight in 10 employees who want to work from home after the Covid-19 situation is over? Well, I can’t say I’m surprised by the numbers. Working from home – and in fact exercising and socialising at home as well – has b
Constipated woman loses 10 years of her memory after over-exerting herself on the toilet, China News,When our pipes are backed up internally, it can cause more than just pain and discomfort. Just ask one Hong Kong woman who temporarily lost 10 years of her memory, after overstraining herself while d
Fernvale Hawker Centre is finally open – here are some notable stalls to check out, Lifestyle News,What dish to order — that's the perennial issue whenever one is at a hawker centre. With the opening of Fernvale Hawker Centre on Monday (July 25), it looks like nearby residents will be facing th
Hawker Chan responds to criticism after losing Michelin star, Lifestyle News,2016 was a momentous year for Hawker Chan as the soya sauce chicken specialist in Chinatown became the world's first and cheapest Michelin-starred street food stall. However, just last Wednesday (Sept 1), it was announ
Lamborghini launches its new 2021 kidswear autumn collection, Lifestyle News,Lamborghini has presented its new children's autumn/winter 2021 collection, developed in collaboration with Danish apparel firm Kabooki. The new clothing range is said to reflect Lamborghini's DNA with garments th
Hong Kong unveils further steps to curb Covid-19 spread, boost vaccinations, China News,HONG KONG – Hong Kong will shut kindergartens and primary schools and start offering Covid-19 vaccines for children from the age of five, the city's leader said on Tuesday (Jan 11), as the financial hub grap
Google takes on Apple Arcade with mobile game service, Digital News,Google on Monday unveiled a subscription service for games and apps on Android-powered mobile devices in a direct challenge to Apple Arcade. Google Play Pass promised access to hundreds of \”awesome\” games free of ads or hawked virtu
Ex-U.S. marine jailed in Russia for spying was misled: lawyer, World News,MOSCOW – The lawyer for a former US marine accused of spying by Russia said on Tuesday that his client had been misled before his arrest and believed that a thumb drive handed to him in a hotel room had contained holiday snaps
Watch for free a new series of shorts starring Frozen's Olaf, Entertainment News,Disney has created At Home With Olaf, a new series of shorts starring the Frozen movie character. The series has been developed by Disney animator Hyrum Osmond – the supervising animator of Olaf from the first Froz
Peek into an Aussie-inspired HDB, complete with local twists, Lifestyle News,Forget East meets West, it's all about fusing Aussie elements with local accents in this family home. How would you go about reimagining your space? For couple Mitch and Karen, it was all about building a space that is
Taiwan condemns Qatar for 'politicising' World Cup amid China spat, Asia News,TAIPEI – Taiwan's Foreign Ministry condemned organisers of the World Cup in Qatar on Wednesday (June 15) for saying Taiwanese fans may be listed as being from China, and demanded organisers not allow \”improp
New Zealand police kill 'extremist' who stabbed 6 people in supermarket, World News,WELLINGTON – New Zealand police on Friday (Sept 3) shot and killed a knife-wielding \”extremist\” who was known to authorities, Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern said, after he stabbed and wounded at least six pe
3 women rally help for workers at Westlite dorm affected by Covid-19, pool over $10,000 worth of supplies overnight, Singapore News,Rome may not have been built in a day, but much good can still be done within a short span of time through the kind actions of others. More than 300 people banded toget
Transgender contestant a first for Miss Universe pageant , World News,BANGKOK – Like many other contestants at the Miss Universe beauty pageant, Ms Angela Ponce grew up watching the glitzy spectacle on television, dreaming of representing her country one day. This year, her wish has come true, with
'How much was your mum?': Driving school apologises for instructor’s offensive comments , Singapore News,All one student wanted was to learn how to drive. But the lesson went way off track when his instructor from Soon Tien Driving School allegedly questioned his nationality, demeaned Burm
K-drama idol Ji Soo of River Where the Moon Rises appears to admit to accusations of sexual assault and bullying , Entertainment News,[UPDATED: MAR 5] The production team for the drama series River Where the Moon Rises has announced that they have dropped Ji Soo from the show. Details such as when h
HSBC personal loan review: Interest rates, calculator and approval time, Lifestyle News,Ever since Singapore did away with the VTLs and opened the travel floodgates, Singaporeans have been flocking overseas after two holiday-free years. And by a strange coincidence, there’s also been an uptick in se
Grab launches GrabPay Card – the region's first numberless payments card, Money News,Grab, the company behind the ubiquitous Grab app, today announced the launch of GrabPay Card – the region's first numberless payments card – powered by Mastercard. Users will be able to make purchases at s
Fight breaks out at Jewel Changi Airport; 2 men arrested, Singapore News,SINGAPORE – Two men were arrested by the police after a brawl at Jewel Changi Airport on Sunday (Dec 8). The police were alerted to the fight at around 11am. \”Two men, aged 43 and 55, were arrested for affray,\” a police spokesm
Among Us is out now on Nintendo Switch with cross-play support, Digital News,As revealed via Nintendo’s Indie World stream today, 2020’s hit game of deception Among Us (released 2 years ago), will be hitting the Nintendo eShop today for US$5 (S$6.70), and it will support cross-play. However, you’ll
Culture Cartel 2020 to take place online as a free virtual event, Digital News,Singapore’s biggest street festival is back for its third run, only this time it’s going digital. Due to the current global health crisis, Culture Cartel will be taking place as a free-to-all virtual event on Dec 5, 2020
7 bra mistakes you might not know you're making, Lifestyle News,Comfortable lingerie definitely amongst the top 10 things that savvy office ladies should spend on. What’s next is to make sure that you’re actually caring for these delicates well, to make them worth the splurge. Unfortunately, th
China blocks websites, internet accounts in new cleanup campaign, China News,BEIJING – China launched a new campaign to clean up its internet, state media said, amid a fresh wave of apparent censorship by Beijing blocking more foreign media websites and shutting down domestic accounts on social medi
Your MasterChef favourites: Where are they now?, Lifestyle News,You’ve cheered them on as they dashed across your screens, stressed for them as they tried to beat the clock at their cooking stations, and cheered when they made it through yet another gruelling round on MasterChef Asia and MasterChef
S-hook lady goes on rant after her GrabFood drinks were not only undelivered but discarded on the ground, Singapore News,A botched GrabFood delivery may leave some disgruntled but for Lerine Yeo — better known as the S-hook lady — her delivery was handled so badly that she couldn't hold back ra
Following viral complaint, Old Chang Kee educates people about significance of dots on curry puffs, Digital News,As a thank-you to its loyal customers and a jibe at a particularly amusing interaction with a complainant, Old Chang Kee is prepping their popular curry puffs for the upcoming 11.11 sale
Dating apps and Telegram: How China protesters are defying authorities, China News,BEIJING — Opponents of China's anti-Covid-19 measures are resorting to dating apps and social media platforms blocked on the mainland to evade censors, spread the word about their defiance and strategy, in a high
Esports pull in more viewers as coronavirus halts live sports matches, Digital News,Sports fans and players across the world frustrated by canceled matches because of the coronavirus epidemic are turning to esports, with professional real-world athletes joining virtual game tournaments of football,
Singtel to team up with Grab for Singapore digital bank licence, Digital News,Singapore Telecommunications Ltd (Singtel) is partnering with Southeast Asian ride-hailing firm Grab Holdings Inc to apply for a digital full banking licence in Singapore, the two companies said on Monday. The pair in a jo
Senator McSally, an Air Force veteran, says she was raped by a superior officer, World News,WASHINGTON – US Senator Martha McSally, the first female combat pilot in the US Air Force, said on Wednesday she had been raped by a superior officer but did not report it because she blamed herself and did n
Beijing says no developing country will fall into debt trap by cooperating with China, China News,BEIJING – China's foreign ministry said on Sunday (Nov 18) that no developing country would fall into a debt trap simply because of its co-operation with Beijing. Chinese Foreign Ministry spokeswom
iPhone 15 USB-C cables rumored to have color matching,Several leaks point to Apple changing its USB-C cable to match the color of the iPhone 15 model. X leaker MajinBuOfficial posted several photos on social …
'I would wake up every morning hysterical': Bella Hadid reveals more about battle with depression and anxiety, Entertainment News,Bella Hadid cried every day for three years. The 25-year-old model has battled depression and anxiety since her teens and she admitted she spent a lot of time w
Liv Tyler is embarrassed watching dad Aerosmith frontman Steven Tyler perform, Entertainment News,The 42-year-old actress is very proud of the Aerosmith frontman and enjoys watching his gigs but can't help cringing at some of the 71-year-old rocker's raunchier moves. Speaking on Jimmy Kimm
India unveils world's biggest statue in Modi's home state of Gujarat, Asia News,SARDAR SAROVAR DAM, India – Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday (Oct 31) unveiled the world's biggest statue to mark the 143rd birth anniversary of Indian independence hero Sardar Vallabhbhai
Pollution app pulled in Vietnam after coordinated campaign of abuse, Digital News,A leading air quality monitoring app was removed from Vietnam's Apple and Google stores after it said it was attacked in a \”coordinated campaign\” for posting pollution data from the country's smog-choked capi
Mostly fun, sometimes weird: 'BBC Dad' one year after video, Asia News,The Korea politics professor who became a viral sensation after his children interrupted a BBC interview says he has been pulled over by police for selfies and photographed buying milk in the year since the broadcast. R
Pink Dot SG returns to Hong Lim Park, politicians spotted at event, Singapore News,SINGAPORE – Shades of pink covered the grass patches and footpaths of Hong Lim Park on Saturday (June 18) afternoon as the annual Pink Dot SG rally returned to Speakers' Corner, which had been closed for two year
Iras warns of scam e-mail sent by 'MOF chairman' asking for account details, tax receipts, Singapore News,SINGAPORE – The Inland Revenue Authority of Singapore (Iras) issued a warning on Friday (Sept 13) regarding a scam e-mail and advised the public not to share personal or financial info
New Zealand keeps curbs until next week to beat Delta; Auckland shut for longer, World News,WELLINGTON – New Zealand on Friday (Aug 27) extended pandemic restrictions by four days after which they will be eased slightly, although businesses and schools will remain shut and the biggest city Auckland
Lower primary, lower secondary students to continue with HBL when school reopens: MOE, Singapore News,SINGAPORE – Primary 1 to 3 pupils will continue with a week of home-based learning from June 28 when Term 3 begins, said the Ministry of Education (MOE) on Monday (June 14). This is part of a move t
Police arrest female commuter after she was found walking along Yio Chu Kang MRT tracks, Singapore News,Authorities rescued a female commuter along the Yio Chu Kang MRT train tracks in an incident on Monday (Aug 2) afternoon. In a Facebook post, public transport operator SMRT said a female commuter
Games in August: The joy of world domination, time loops and… lawn mowing?, Digital News,I’ve been playing lots of Formula 1 on the PS4 recently, creating my own racing team and reliving the whole Netflix Drive to Survive drama – all while juggling Pokemon Unite on the Switch. Oh right, that game
Best things to do in Singapore: Oct 31 to Nov 6, Lifestyle News,Halloween‘s over, but before you start replacing your Jack O’ Lanterns with Santa Claus figurines, let’s take a look at what’s happening in between. Catch spectuacular performances, party the pain away, hear from the writers of our isla
Teens glued to phones risk 'modest' rise in ADHD symptoms: study, Health News,Could teenagers suffer symptoms of attention deficit hyperactivity disorder after engaging in excessive smartphone use? A new study out Tuesday says digital overload could be linked to a \”modest\” but significant
Omicron sub-variant BA.2 harder to identify, found in 5 African nations: WHO , World News,JOHANNESBURG — The BA.2 sub-variant of Omicron has been found in five African countries, a World Health Organisation scientist said on Thursday (Feb 3), adding she was concerned about the development because sa
What's on this weekend in Singapore: Dec 11 – 13, 2020, Lifestyle News,French Style Puff Pastry Workshop The workshop led by Pastry Chef Instructor Ching Nee will feature tutorials on how to make various puff pastries. The pastries covered include Wild Mushrooms Ragout Vol-au-Vent, Classic Napo
Samsung said to unveil Galaxy Note20 and Galaxy Fold 2 in the first week of Aug, Digital News,Despite the ongoing Covid-19 pandemic, Samsung is reportedly going ahead to launch its next flagship phones, the Galaxy Note20 series and the Galaxy Fold 2. Korean publication Donga claims that Samsung will
5 S. Korean women put up struggle while getting arrested for causing trouble near St Regis hotel, Singapore News,[Update June 14, 11.30am] The women who were arrested for causing trouble in Orchard Road have been repatriated to South Korea, the police said on Wednesday night (June 14). They were giv
Samsung confirms Galaxy Unpacked event on Jan 14, Digital News,Mark your calendar! Samsung will be holding its Galaxy Unpacked event on Jan 14, 11pm (SGT). Samsung Mobile Singapore is also allowing customers to register their interest for the pre-order of the next Galaxy smartphone on their website.
Harry Pottering around at home? Rowling to rescue bored kids in lockdown, Lifestyle News,LONDON – British author J. K. Rowling is hoping her much-loved Harry Potter series will work its magic on bored children stuck at home during the coronavirus lockdown. Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Sto
Luxury stores in Singapore that offer free home delivery services, Lifestyle News,Come June 19, Phase 2 starts in Singapore and retail shops will be open and Singaporeans will probably be out in full force to the malls and restaurants. Want to get your hands on your favourite luxury brands, but don’
Condo resident who verbally abused security officer apologises in private meeting, Singapore News,SINGAPORE- The condominium resident who verbally abused a security officer has \”apologised many times\” to him during a private, hour-long meeting on Wednesday (Oct 30). The Eight Riversuites resident, M
Channing Tatum reportedly using a dating app, Entertainment News,Channing Tatum has reportedly turned to a dating app in search of romance. The 39-year-old actor recently split from pop star Jessie J and is already eager to step into the dating game, creating an account on the private, membership-ba
When should you open a second bank account?, Money News,While the thought of opening a second bank account could be unnerving, the convenience and perks that you'll enjoy surely make it worth your while. For most Singaporeans, opening a second bank account is not something that comes to mind un
More newborn citizens to get free passports, Singapore News,SINGAPORE – More newborn citizens will be getting their first passports free of charge. In August, the Government announced that Singaporean babies born in or after January next year will not need to pay application fees for their first pas
Snap launches tools for parents to monitor teens' contacts, Digital News,Snap Inc, the owner of the popular messaging app Snapchat, rolled out its first parental control tools on Tuesday (Aug 9), which will allow parents to see who their teens are talking to, but not the substance of their conv
Video of PMA rider propping feet up against MRT door leads to all sorts of sentiments from netizens, Singapore News,A video of a Personal Mobility Aid (PMA) rider propping his feet up against an MRT door has sparked a heated discussion among netizens. According to Lianhe Wanbao, the video was posted
Protesters arrested in Hong Kong over proposed China extradition law, Asia News,HONG KONG – Hong Kong police on Friday (March 15) arrested five women who staged a protest inside the government's headquarters over a proposal to allow fugitives to be extradited to mainland China, stoking human ri
For Malaysian schoolgirl, homework is sewing PPE gowns to help beat coronavirus, Malaysia News,SEREMBAN, MALAYSIA – For a nine-year-old Malaysian schoolgirl, the new coronavirus was hard to fathom. But Nur Afia Qistina Zamzuri knew one thing for sure: It was dangerous. So when she heard that a local
Google building third data centre in Singapore with likely added investment of US$350m, Singapore News,SINGAPORE – US internet giant Google announced on Wednesday (Aug 1) it will be building a third data centre in Singapore, likely adding another US$350 million (S$476.6 million) to its investment he
Singapore's new Gambling Regulatory Authority will be looking into online loot boxes, Digital News,According to a report done up by The Straits Times yesterday (thanks!), Singapore has officially inaugurated its new Gambling Regulatory Authority, or GRA for short. This new government body, whic
Jackie Chan impresses ex-world snooker champion with trick shot, Entertainment News,HONG KONG – Fans know that Jackie Chan has pulled off many jaw-dropping stunts in his movies. But few know that he can also wow with trick shots at the snooker table. Even former world snooker champion Ken Doherty wa
Enjoy specialty coffee for $2.90 a cup at Foreword Coffee Roasters' new Canberra Plaza outlet, Lifestyle News,Specialty coffee joint Foreword Coffee Roasters is serving up $2.90 coffee from now till Sunday (Feb 21) at its new Canberra Plaza outlet. The promotion, meant to celebrate the outlet&#
Snapchat debuts AR shopping, AR spectacles and Pixy in Asia, Digital News,Remember when Snapchat came around in 2011 and revolutionised social media and communication with friends and families with its funky filters? And then four years later, in 2015, brought augmented reality (AR) to our phones so
Riot breaks out at Clarke Quay club, man taken to hospital, Singapore News,A 31-year-old man was taken to hospital after a riot broke out in a club at Clarke Quay in the early hours of Monday morning (Jan 27). Several Stomp contributors alerted Stomp to a video circulating online of the incident tha
PayLah vs PayNow vs Pay Anyone – What's the difference & how to use them?, Lifestyle News,PayNow, PayLah and PayAnyone. What’s the difference? And more importantly, how do you use them? Banks have been aggressively marketing peer-to-peer payment services that let you make payments and transfer
Global crypto regulation body likely in next year, top official says, Money News,LONDON/HONG KONG – Global market regulators are likely to launch a joint body within the next year to better coordinate cryptocurrency rules, a senior watchdog official has said. Ashley Alder, Chair of the International
'It was clumsy, hurtful, insensitive': Ong Shunmugam founder sorry for saying Chinese women 'progressed faster' than others, Singapore News,Local fashion designer Priscilla Shunmugam apologised on Friday (March 25) after she was called out for making insensitive comments on women
New Creation buys Star Vista for $300m: 9 things to know about the church, Pastor Prince and the mall, Singapore News,SINGAPORE – On Wednesday (Nov 20), New Creation Church announced that it has acquired The Star Vista mall for $296 million \”to protect the interest of the church\”. While the mega chu
Johor Prince says his prediction came true amid fears over Wuhan virus, Malaysia News,KUALA LUMPUR – Malaysia's crown prince of Johor on Sunday (Jan 26) criticised the government's handling of the coronavirus outbreak, saying that what he had warned Malaysian voters about has now come true
5 fashion labels using deadstock & recycled materials to create super stylish collections, 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. Not only is fabric waste a glob
What to do during this phase 2 weekend (Oct 2-4), Lifestyle News,Halloween Horror Nights may be cancelled this year, but there's still plenty to look forward to in October. Here's what you can start with this weekend. 1. WRS Wild About Kids: Kids Enter FREE this month To celebrate Children
Microsoft, Facebook to help tame internet ahead of Canada's election, official says, Digital News,OTTAWA – Microsoft Corp and Facebook Inc have agreed to help boost the security of Canada's October election by removing fake accounts and cracking down on bots, a top government official said
R.chord Hsieh says he’s dating live streamer, divorcing pregnant wife , Entertainment News,A week after his wife reported him to the police for drug use, Taiwanese singer-songwriter R.chord Hsieh has told Taiwanese media that he will be divorcing his pregnant wife, Keanna Taiyh, after the new year.
Uber: Value stock or value trap?, Money News,Uber Technologies, Inc was once the most anticipated public listing of 2019. But since its initial public offering (IPO) last April, the ride-hailing giant has been a major letdown, with shares trading some 30 per cent below its IPO price. With that in mi
US House Speaker Nancy Pelosi criticised for thanking George Floyd for 'sacrificing your life', World News,WASHINGTON – United States House of Representatives Speaker Nancy Pelosi on Tuesday (April 20) drew criticism by thanking Mr George Floyd, a Black man who became a symbol of the strug
5 Woodlands secrets so well-hidden even Woodlanders don't know about them, Lifestyle News,Overshadowed by its flashier elder brother Thomson for its hippy vibe and badass younger sibling that is Yishun, Woodlands is kinda that poor middle child of the north that people know the name of, and not
2 women in their 20s stole 103 boxes of ART kits worth over $14,000 from Tekka test centre, Singapore News,SINGAPORE – When the police were told that antigen rapid test (ART) kits had been stolen from the Tekka quick test centre (QTC), investigations revealed that two women were allegedly behind the
Arrested: Teenage scammer who swindled Carousell sellers out of their used Apple products, Digital News,Apple products are pretty great, but they’re hella expensive. Such is the success of the tech giant's marketing sheen that drove a wayward teen into being a serial scammer just to get his han
3.4m-long crocodile caught after sighting in Sungei Kadut drain, Singapore News,SINGAPORE – A crocodile was caught after it was spotted in a drain in Sungei Kadut on Friday (June 21). In response to queries, National Parks Board director of wildlife management How Choon Beng said that NParks was ale
6 crucial things you need to do during job loss and near-unemployment, Lifestyle News,All right, so this is it. With the government mandated shutdowns, circuit breaker measures and the Solidarity Budget, we are now in a crucial turning point in our struggle against Covid-19. These are put in place t
