Monitor lizard filmed feasting on koi at Gardens by the Bay, but did it 'decimate' them?, Singapore News,[UPDATE March 31] Otters managed to find a way to the koi pond despite a recent height increase in the glass barricade, the Gardens by the Bay told AsiaOne. They did not disclose the nu
Another K-celeb couple is born: Suzy dating Goblin's Lee Dong Wook, Entertainment News,Just days after the confirmation of Park Shin Hye and Choi Tae Joon's relationship, it's been confirmed that Korean actress Suzy and Korean actor Lee Dong Wook are dating. They were reportedly spott
Kanye gives Ugandan leader sneakers, gets African name, Entertainment News,KAMPALA – Kanye West and Kim Kardashian gave Uganda's leader a pair of the rapper's sneakers on Monday and he gave them both \”Ugandan\” names, at a meeting aimed at promoting tourism in East Africa. Days after a ramb
7 travel destinations in Southeast Asia totally off the beaten path, Travel News,Travel around Southeast Asia offers more than just the usual visit to Bangkok for shopping or Bali for the beaches. Despite being an arm's length away (figuratively, of course), there is still a treasure trove of h
These life lessons from the pandemic are worth bringing into 2022, Lifestyle News,2021 was the year we all hoped would mark the end of the pandemic (spoiler alert: it didn’t). For 2022, we’re wise enough to ditch the wishful thinking and focus on what this crisis has taught us, school-of-hard-knocks
Chow Yun Fat reveals marriage secret, Entertainment News,TAIPEI – No limousine, no sweat. That is the low-key preference of Hong Kong superstar Chow Yun Fat, who was in Taipei over the weekend to promote his new movie, Project Gutenberg. Instead, he and his wife Jasmine took an MRT train to the Xiny
Man, 30, jumps from 3rd floor car park while fleeing cops at Fortune Centre, Singapore News,Fortune Centre is normally a place to work, dine and shop but patrons witnessed a tense police chase on Wednesday (April 14). The police told AsiaOne they stopped a 30-year-old man for checks along Bugis Stre
8 months' jail for man who punched and swung pet poodle in viral videos, Singapore News,SINGAPORE – A man seen in viral videos repeatedly punching his pet poodle, swinging it from its hind legs and blasting the wet dog with a standing fan was sentenced to eight months' jail on Thursday (Oc
'Completely misguided': Benjamin Glynn, Briton caught on viral video not wearing mask, given 6 weeks' jail , Singapore News,SINGAPORE – The British national seen in a video without a mask while riding in an MRT train in May has been convicted of all four of his charges following a tri
One-legged GrabFood rider sees livelihood uprooted as he loses 70% of orders due to footpath ban, Singapore News,A car accident left him crippled in one leg at the tender age of 13, and the same leg was later amputated due to a bacterial infection when he was 29. Despite all that, Saire Adnan, now 3
Changi Airport has unveiled 4 dreamy wedding locations, including a glasshouse cafe, Lifestyle News,While newlyweds-to-be used to only be able to take wedding photos at Jewel Changi Airport, they can now have its iconic HSBC Rain Vortex as the backdrop to their nuptials. Changi Airport has opened up
Shotgun wedding? Park Shin-hye pregnant and marrying boyfriend Choi Tae-joon, Entertainment News,Good news on a dreary Tuesday — popular South Korean actress Park Shin-hye announced to her supporters on her official fan cafe this morning (Nov 23) that she's ready to move on to the next stage of
Pink Dot SG's online rally attracts 11,000 views on Facebook, Singapore News,A livestream event to commemorate the annual Pink Dot SG rally broadcast on Saturday (June 27) night included short films, a music video and a documentary centred on issues affecting the lesbian, gay, bisexual, transge
Grab investigating video of driver hurling racist remarks at passenger during ride to Little India, Singapore News,Ride-hailing firm Grab is investigating an incident where a driver was caught on camera making racist remarks towards a passenger during a ride last Friday morning (July 26). The passen
10 places to celebrate Christmas with your elderly loved ones (2021), Lifestyle News,The holiday season is upon us! While this is a season of joy for many, the holiday season can be a difficult time for some, especially among the elderly. Spending quality time with our elderly loved ones during the
Haven for Taiwan graffiti artists brightening city alleys, Asia News,At the edge of a bustling shopping district, Taiwan's graffiti artists are finding a safe haven for their art at a revitalised park. More parts of the island have welcomed legal graffiti zones as Taiwan seeks to cast itself as
Touring Namly Estate: Freehold spacious landed homes near good schools in a central location, Money News,Last week, I toured Frankel Estate (as requested by a reader) and noted how it had some similarities to Sixth Avenue. This week, another reader asked for a tour of Namly Estate, so off I went to
Jail for teenage cyclist who replied to Instagram message while riding and caused a pedestrian's death, Singapore News,SINGAPORE – A part-time food delivery worker was riding his bicycle along a shared path in Tampines when he lifted both hands off the handlebar to reply to an Instagram message
Olympics: Japan's tennis star Naomi Osaka crashes out of tournament, Asia News,TOKYO – Japan's great hope for tennis gold Naomi Osaka was beaten on Tuesday (July 27) in the third round of the Tokyo 2020 Olympics tournament, saying she had not known how to cope with the pressure of the occa
Can you get loans without a bank account?, Money News,Need a loan but not sure if it’s possible without a bank account? You’re not alone. Find out more about the documents required, how loans are disbursed and whether or not you have options despite the lack of a bank account. In today’s day and age
South Korea develops nanotech tattoo as health monitoring device, Asia News,DAEJEON – South Koreans may soon be able to carry a device inside their own bodies in the form of a bespoke tattoo that automatically alerts them to potential health problems, if a science team's project bears fruit. Re
Man slashed woman with kitchen knife as he was stressed, wanted to feel better, Singapore News,SINGAPORE – A man with psychotic disorder thought of attacking someone so that he would feel happy and not live his life in misery. Neo Hong Wei, 23, had not taken his medication for three days prior to sl
GrabFood looking into video of delivery rider using PMD on PIE, Singapore News,SINGAPORE – Delivery service GrabFood is looking into an incident in which a rider was seen using his personal mobility device (PMD) on an expressway. In a video posted on Facebook, a man wearing a GrabFood T-shirt is see
$59 for 1-day ticket to Universal Studios Singapore, Lifestyle News,Universal Studios Singapore is offering one-day tickets priced at $59 from now till July 31. While the attraction is open from 2pm to 9pm every Thursday through Sunday, visitors may enter the park from 12pm with this ticket. Ticket
Can't travel? Live vicariously lor: Rollercoasters edition, Lifestyle News,In this Live Vicariously series, we’ll visit some of the world’s top places as seen through the eyes of other travellers and help you plan for future holidays like a true kan cheong Singaporean. “I’m so bored, there’s no
Hong Kong park shooting: Female bodyguard charged with murder, Asia News,HONG KONG – A woman was charged with murder Thursday (June 28) over the fatal shooting of two elderly relatives in a brazen daylight attack in Hong Kong, a city with a reputation for safety. The attack at Quarry Bay Park in eas
Strong winds break huge rock formation in Krabi's Koh Talu island, Asia News,Tourists are being warned to stay away from a rock in Krabi’s Koh Talu island that was split in half by strong waves. Prayoon Pongpan, chief of the Hat Noppharat Thara-Mu Ko Phi Phi National Park, inspected the area on
Sneak peek at all the Netflix original Korean dramas and films coming up in 2021 and after, Entertainment News,While you are slowly moving down that long list of K-dramas to watch — we're talking about those 11 new serials releasing in February and March — the folks at Netflix Korea are already
7 areas with waterfront HDB flats for affordable scenic views, Money News,Thanks to the stunning surge in Covid case numbers, it’s been a little trickier arranging property viewings as people are understandably wary about letting strangers in at the moment. (I’m not dying to mingle myself, at this p
Signed for his killer, 40 years on John Lennon album is up for auction, Entertainment News,NEW YORK – The album signed by John Lennon for his assassin 40 years ago is up for auction in New York, as his widow and former Beatles band mates on Tuesday paid tribute to him. The copy of “Double Fantasy” t
US 'candy bomber' back in Berlin after 70 years, World News,When in 1948 US bombers started dropping tiny, improvised parachutes loaded with sweets into Berlin during the Soviet blockade, one little German girl wrote to complain. Mercedes Wild, now 78, recalled how she protested that the c
I've lived at The Prive EC at Punggol for nearly 2 years – here's my review of what it's like to live there, Lifestyle News,Executive Condominiums (EC) are a very popular choice in Singapore, and for good reason. It comes with all the facilities that a condo would have, just at a more
Tesla opens dedicated retail store at Millenia Walk, Lifestyle News,Tesla Singapore has opened the doors of its new dedicated showroom, located at Millenia Walk shopping centre. The new retail location comes just months after the mall became the second location in Singapore to host Tesla's V3 S
I didn't expect to go viral, says man who sells lattes from his Pasir Ris HDB flat window , Lifestyle News,If you've scrolled through TikTok lately, there's every chance you've watched videos of people raving over Ground Floor Coffee. Another coffee joint opens in Singapore. Big
5 falls in a row: Cyclist raises concern on slippery bend along Changi Airport Connector, Singapore News,[UPDATE: Oct 22] Changi Airport Group (CAG) will be resurfacing some of the turns along the Changi Airport Connector to improve slip-resistance, the group told AsiaOne today (Oct 22). \”Signs warn
5 Not Safe For Kids (NSFK) shows to enjoy when the children are away, Entertainment News,The bell has rung and school is out for the June holidays! (Well, almost.) What most parents don't realise is that this is also a time for them to kick back and relax. Why? Because after months of taking ca
Buying an SUV? Here are 5 things to consider first, Lifestyle News,If you’re like many buyers, you may have considered a sports utility vehicle (SUV) as your next car, especially if you’ve never owned one. Buyers are still enamoured with these rugged-looking machines, which explains why carmakers ke
Families flock to hotels for staycations during March holidays, Singapore News,SINGAPORE – Before the pandemic, project manager Muhammad Atik, 34, and his family would travel abroad three times a year. While overseas vacations are now a pipe dream, Mr Atik and his family of four are determined to ke
How Singaporeans marked the country’s first socially distanced National Day in the heartlands, Singapore News,Scattered across the island, Singaporeans gathered in pockets of joy despite the Covid-19 pandemic to celebrate their 55th National Day, their first socially distanced one. The reduced festi
