Dress up your table with these 4 designer dinnerware collections, Lifestyle News,1. Louis Vuitton These Louis Vuitton plates take inspiration from its house motifs – the one below draws on its textile patterns while the one above depicts the brand’s Vivienne mascot on a worldly jaunt. The best part:
Coronavirus fails to dampen South Korea's fever for exam success, Asia News,SEOUL – Choi Young-eun is so concerned about her teenagers' education as South Korea's schools stay shut that she has been sending them to a private tuition centre to make sure they don't miss out. Choi,
Malaysia arrests foreign cosplayers in festival raid, Malaysia News,KUALA LUMPUR – Three Japanese women and a Spanish man have been arrested in a raid on a Malaysian cosplay festival for participating without the proper permits, immigration authorities said Tuesday (July 2). The role-playing craze –
Switzerland projects Singapore flag onto iconic mountain peak as a message of solidarity, Digital News,Initially praised for its handling of the coronavirus crisis and getting infection numbers under control, Singapore is currently being rocked by an alarming surge in cases — mostly within its commu
Tokyo hospital trainees test positive for coronavirus after party, Asia News,TOKYO – One of Japan's most prestigious hospitals apologised for an \”unforgivable blunder\” after 40 trainee doctors attended a drinking party and 18 subsequently tested positive for the coronavirus. Keio University Hos
Expect bigger Toto winnings now that Singapore Pools returned to old rules, Singapore News,SINGAPORE – Larger Toto jackpots are set to make a comeback now that Singapore Pools once again allows prize monies that are not won to snowball over up to four consecutive draws. The rules were amended in May
3 insights from the recently announced Phase 2 Cross Island Line MRT stations you might have missed, Money News,Six new MRT stations, set to be completed by 2032, have been announced as part of Phase 2 of the Cross Island Line (CRL). They are Turf City, King Albert Park, Maju, Clementi, West Coast a
Lorde: Giving up social media was ‘horribly difficult’ and ‘the hardest thing’, Entertainment News,Lorde says ditching social media was “the hardest thing” she’s ever done. The Solar Power hitmaker no longer uses sites like Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, and even YouTube, and has said giving up socia
GoJek vs Grab vs Comfort Taxis in Singapore – which is the cheapest?, Lifestyle News,Ride-hailing is a very lucrative business in Singapore. And although there've been many players who've tried to join the fray, few of them ever had a chance against Grab and ComfortDelGro. Could GoJek – th
We try Fann Wong's sold-out $75 yuzu cake to see if it's worth the hype, Lifestyle News,Veteran actress and avid baker Fann Wong is back with a new sweet treat for fans and foodies alike. The 51-year-old's online pastry store Fanntasy, which sold 1,000 tarts in 30 minutes last year, h
Mastercard brings Click To Pay to Singapore as online shopping takes off, Digital News,As more Singaporeans transact online, MasterCard is launching the next generation of online payment solutions with a seamless checkout solution that eliminates passwords, protects data with smart security and make
Say no to Virgos? Heather Morris claims Jennifer Lopez cut dancers because of horoscope, Entertainment News,Heather Morris says Jennifer Lopez cut dancers because they were Virgos. The former Glee star heard a rumour that the Hustlers star – who recently had a star-studded wedding to marry Ben Affle
Stuck at a crossroads? You can invest in your future with a postgraduate degree , Singapore News,Decisions, decisions. With the way the coronavirus pandemic has steamrolled through all of our grand plans for 2020, it's high time we rethink what we're going to do with 2021. Going back to sc
Just purchased a new Apple Watch? Join LumiHealth and get a free $40 Apple Retail gift card, Digital News,To encourage more users to join LumiHealth, starting today until Aug 14, those who just purchased an Apple Watch and are joining the LumiHealth program for the first time will be entitled to a f
Katy Perry and Orlando Bloom hint at engagement with ring picture, Entertainment News,LONDON – Pop star Katy Perry and her Hollywood actor boyfriend Orlando Bloom have hinted they are engaged, posting a picture of the American singer sporting a large diamond-encrusted ring. Perry and Bloom began dat
Prince Harry's lawyer says royal officials should have stayed out of protection decision, World News,LONDON — A lawyer for Prince Harry argued in court on Thursday (July 7) that the royal household should not have been involved in a UK government decision to deny him police protection while in
Chinese court sentences Canadian drug suspect to death, China News,A Chinese court sentenced a Canadian man to death on drug trafficking charges on Monday after his previous 15-year prison sentence was deemed too lenient, deepening a diplomatic rift as Canadian premier Justin Trudeau accused Beijing
Avid Singapore Airlines fan puts personal collection of 2,000 pieces of memorabilia on show, opens home to visitors, Singapore News,SINGAPORE – It was the crackers and cheese served on board his first Singapore Airlines (SIA) flight in the 1980s that sparked Mr Jason Ang's interest in the natio
A coronavirus vaccine that wouldn't require a shot, Lifestyle News,As labs around the world race to develop a vaccine, my colleagues and I are trying to find a better way to deliver it than the standard, cringe-inducing shot. I am an immunologist and dermatologist, and my colleagues and I have
Ki Residences review: Unblocked views, privacy, but you need a car (for now), Money News,Stacked rating: 74 per cent Unit Efficiency 4/5 Unit Size 3.5/5 Quality of Fittings 4/5 Design 4/5 Variety of Facilities 4.5/5 Quality of Facilities 4/5 Surrounding Amenities 3/5 Developer 4/5 Transport Links 2.
North Korea slams US for 'evil' sanctions push, Asia News,SEOUL – North Korean state media on Tuesday (Oct 16) slammed the United States for an \”evil\” attempt to maintain sanctions against Pyongyang, accusing President Donald Trump of blocking progress in inter-Korean relations. The declar
Chrissy Teigen breaks silence on bullying allegations by fashion designer Michael Costello, Entertainment News,Chrissy Teigen has broken her silence on the allegations of bullying made by fashion designer Michael Costello. Michael claimed this week that Chrissy tried to blacklist him from the fashio
Best coffee cocktails in Singapore to perk up at your favourite bars, Lifestyle News,They say the best things in life come in pairs, and coffee cocktails certainly seem to be proof. After cocktail legend Dick Bradsell shook up the first Espresso Martini, the world’s been enjoying this double kick of
Singaporean woman charged with molesting brother-in-law, Singapore News,SINGAPORE – In a rare case, a woman has been accused of offences including molesting her 31-year-old brother-in-law. The 33-year-old Singaporean woman, whose case was mentioned in a district court on Tuesday (Oct 12), now faces
Actress Cicely Tyson, groundbreaking Emmy and Tony winner, dies at age 96, Entertainment News,Actress Cicely Tyson, who specialised in portraying strong Black women caught up in life’s struggles during a 60-year career that earned her three Emmys and a Tony Award, died on Thursday at age 96, her man
Twitter expands feature allowing users to flag misleading tweets, Digital News,Twitter Inc said on Monday (Jan 17) it will expand its test feature which allows users to flag misleading content on its social media platform to Brazil, Spain and the Philippines. The company had introduced the pilot tes
BMW i Pavilion set to electrify Orchard Road with its latest range of i cars, Lifestyle News,SINGAPORE – BMW Asia is set to electrify Orchard Road with its first-ever BMW i Pavilion, which will be held at the outdoor atrium of Ion Orchard from Aug 27 to Sept 18. The event, which will be held from 10
Let's go paktor: Adventurous date ideas to step out of your comfort zone, Lifestyle News,While Netflix and chill is always fun, sometimes you just have to take a leap of faith and try something new. And who better to take that journey with than bae? Here are some unorthodox date ideas to spice
Sea of white: 'Hundreds of thousands' of fish dead in Australia, World News,SYDNEY – \”Hundreds of thousands\” of fish have died in drought-stricken Australia in the last few days and more mass deaths are likely to occur, the authorities warned on Tuesday (Jan 29). Locals around the Darling
Haze in Singapore: PSI enters unhealthy range across island, with the west recording 124 at 8am, Singapore News,SINGAPORE – The air quality in Singapore worsened on Sunday (Sept 15) morning as Pollutant Standards Index (PSI) readings crossed the unhealthy level in all parts of the island. The 24-hou
Unlinked Covid-19 cases highest since June 12, Bukit Merah View cluster continues to grow, Singapore News,SINGAPORE – Eleven new Covid-19 cases were confirmed on Sunday (June 20), including five unlinked community cases that consist of a financial consultant, a dental assistant, a Housing Board engi
Hong Kong court denies bail to democracy activist, China News,HONG KONG – A Hong Kong court denied bail on Friday (July 2) to pro-democracy activist Chow Hang Tung, who was re-arrested on the eve of the anniversary of the former British colony's handover to Beijing and the centenary of the Chin
Several feared trapped after building collapses in Mumbai, Asia News,MUMBAI – Several people are feared to be trapped under debris after a multi-storey building in India's financial capital, Mumbai, collapsed on Thursday evening (July 16) amid heavy rains in the city. A dilapidated ground plus
New NSmen base pay set at $1,600 per month, further $2,000 in cash given to those who complete NS milestones, Singapore News,SINGAPORE – Fewer operationally ready national servicemen (NSmen) will have to submit claims for lost income during reservist activities, with make-up pay to be automated and
Here's why you definitely shouldn't speed in a Tesla, Lifestyle News,Los Angeles – Wise men don’t learn from their own mistakes — they learn from the mistakes of others. In this case, a not-very-wise Tesla driver shows you why speeding and doing extreme manoeuvres in an electric vehicle ca
Singer Kylie Minogue invites politics-weary Brits to 'call on your friends in Australia', Entertainment News,Australian popstar Kylie Minogue has invited weary Britons to forget politics and \”call on your friends in Australia\” in a tourism campaign launched in Britain on Christmas Day (Dec
Spacesuit so heavy, 1 boot weighs 4.5kg: Bae Doona, Lee Joon on new Netflix K-drama The Silent Sea that stars Gong Yoo, Entertainment News,A long slate of Korean dramas and films are in the pipeline at Netflix, and one series that piqued our interest stars hunky dreamboat Gong Yoo. But that's t
Maserati unveils the new GranTurismo, its first fully-electric model, Lifestyle News,Maserati, the luxury brand of carmaker Stellantis, unveiled on Monday its new GranTurismo model ahead of an official launch scheduled next year for the brand's first car available in a fully-electric version. M
Singtel brings familial care to Apple Watch users with Apple's Family Setup, Digital News,Singtel has just announced plans to launch Apple’s Family Setup in Singapore tomorrow. With this service, families can remain connected through their Apple Watches. Singtel customers can use their iPhone t
Designs on Asia: Living with rose-tinted glasses in a 3-room flat in Bidadari, Lifestyle News,With HDB blocks sprouting up thick and fast, Singapore’s concrete jungle gets denser by the year. One consequence of this is the lack of views from most HDB homes (unless you count gazing directly into the
'We felt safe at all times': 5,000 music fans attend non-distanced concert in Barcelona after Covid-19 tests, World News,BARCELONA – Music fans in Barcelona hugged, danced and sang along at a sold-out rock concert on Saturday (March 27) night after taking rapid Covid-19 tests in a trial th
Dutch scientists train bees to detect coronavirus infections – providing results immediately, World News,Dutch researchers have trained bees, which have an unusually keen sense of smell, to identify samples infected with Covid-19, a finding they said could cut waiting times for test results to just
What to look for in a preschool: Decoding the jargon, Lifestyle News,If you are looking for a preschool in Singapore for your child, you may encounter early childhood jargon like \”learning centres\”, \”Reggio Emilia\”, \”Montessori\” and so on. What do these terms really mean? We decode them for you. Age
Pritam Singh told Raeesah Khan's father in October that she had to 'take ownership and responsibility' of her lie , Singapore News,SINGAPORE – Workers' Party chief and Leader of the Opposition Pritam Singh told a parliamentary committee that he had told Ms Raeesah Khan's fat
North Korea slams sex abuse report by Human Rights Watch, Asia News,SEOUL – North Korea Sunday (Nov 4) slammed a report by Human Rights Watch (HRW) which said sexual abuse of women was rampant in the isolated nation. In its report released on Thursday, the US-based rights group said North Korean pol
Japanese horseradish farmers fear for future amid climate change, Asia 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. TOKYO – Masahiro Hoshina, a Japanese farmer, starts worrying
Google restricts ad targeting of under-18s, Digital News,SAN FRANCISCO – Alphabet Inc's Google is blocking ad targeting based on the age, gender or interests of people under 18, the company said on Tuesday (Aug 10). It also said it would turn off its \”location history\” feature, which tracks loc
Gary Chaw's new album is credited to his alter ego Cao Xiaoge, Entertainment News,SINGAPORE – Meet Cao Xiaoge, an energetic, laid-back newcomer to the music scene, eternally 18 years old, with a penchant for gold chains and fist bumps. He is the alter ego of Malaysian singer Gary Chaw, 39, who
The ultimate design brief for your interior designer in 7 steps (sample template included), Lifestyle News,Renovations are prime grounds for a misunderstanding; because some concepts are tough to put into words. To avoid wasting both time and money, it’s important to know how to express exactly what
YouTube video keeps Japan's seniors in shape in coronavirus confinement, Digital News,The coronavirus epidemic may be keeping people at home to avoid exposure to the disease but Japan's senior citizens are still able to do their workouts thanks to a YouTube video that they can exercise alo
Get Christmas gifts for foodies at this hyper-local bazaar, Lifestyle News,Joined by their goal in championing local F&B businesses in Singapore, Food Culture Singapore and The Refectory will hold a Christmas-themed retail fair on the weekend of Dec 18 and 19. Named An Artisan's Christmas S
Myanmar says 8 coronavirus cases among returnees from Malaysia, Asia News,YANGON – Myanmar authorities said on Tuesday said they have found eight coronavirus cases among scores of people who returned from Malaysia, where the authorities have recently been detaining undocumented migrants. Myanmar off
Melbourne, hit by Covid-19, makes mask-wearing compulsory, World News,MELBOURNE – People in Melbourne must now wear masks when leaving their homes as Victoria, Australia's second most-populous state, marked two weeks of triple-digit increases in new coronavirus infections on Sunday. Melbournian
Neymar, sponsors suspend some ad campaigns after rape allegation, World News,SAO PAULO – Brazilian football star Neymar's agents said on Friday (June 7) that he and some of his sponsors had agreed to suspend some advertising campaigns following an allegation that he raped a woman in Paris last
Czech chimps go wild for zoo Zoom, World News,DVUR KRALOVE, Czech Republic – We humans may be tiring of video calls, Zoom birthdays and streamed performances, but the chimps at two Czech zoos are just starting to enjoy their new live online linkup. To make up for the lack of interaction with visitor
Court of Appeal throws out blogger Leong Sze Hian's counterclaim against PM Lee, Singapore News,SINGAPORE – Blogger Leong Sze Hian has lost an appeal to make a counterclaim in a libel suit brought against him by Prime Minister Lee Hsien Loong. Mr Leong had filed a defence and countersuit agains
From PM to prison: Malaysia's Najib feels alone and overwhelmed by 'betrayal', Malaysia News,KUALA LUMPUR – Having played golf with US presidents Donald Trump and Barack Obama, former Malaysian prime minister Najib Razak will now count convicted murderers and drug traffickers as neigh
Circuit Breaker Survival Guide: We can get through this together, Lifestyle News,With the extended circuit breaker period, tightened measures, and big daily Covid-19 numbers, things may seem bleak. But let's not forget those who are on the frontlines trying their best to protect Singapore. It m
Thais seek to restore fortunes with mock funerals, Asia News,BANGKOK – In a temple on the outskirts of Bangkok, participants at a daily ritual clutch a bunch of flowers and lie down in a coffin with a sheet pulled over them as monks chant. The Wat Bangna Nai temple in the Thai capital draws more tha
Adjunct teacher jailed for assaulting boy, 10, whom he accused of bullying his son, Singapore News,SINGAPORE – A secondary school adjunct teacher confronted a 10-year-old boy whom he accused of bullying his son, and shoved him against a wall. The boy complained of chest pain, and a small fracture to
We tried convenience store bubble tea and it was a waste of money, Lifestyle News,In 2019 alone, we've seen KFC launch boba tea tarts, dipped beef into bubble tea (BBT) hotpot and played around in a BBT-themed pop-up to experience the drink with our entire bodies. Suffice to say, we're a n
Allan Wu talks about parenting and how he is helping his daughter get into an Ivy League school, Entertainment News,Allan Wu juggles many roles at once. He is one of the busiest actors in Singapore, a much sought-after host, a popular VJ, and a fitness guru in his own right. But perhaps Allan's
Acer Triton 300 SE: Gaming laptop masquerading as a portable workhorse , Digital News,The Acer Triton 300 SE is a pretty likeable laptop in many ways. And that's not even taking into consideration the fact the Triton is ultimately a gaming laptop. Decepticons-like logo conspicuously but discree
Lazada data breach: Personal data of 1.1 million RedMart accounts stolen and put up for sale, Singapore News,SINGAPORE – The personal information of 1.1 million RedMart user accounts was stolen from a customer database and put up for sale on an online forum. A spokesman from e-commerce giant Lazada,
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
Mariah Carey never set out to make Christmas 'her holiday', Entertainment News,Mariah Carey never set out to make Christmas \”her holiday\”. The All I Want For Christmas Is You hitmaker admitted while she's become synonymous with the festive season, she was never trying to capitalise on
'For your grit, determination and courage': Ong Ye Kung and other prominent figures on breaking the bias this International Women's Day, Singapore News,Today (March 8) marks International Women's Day (IWD), a day for celebrating the social, economic and political achievement of w
Singapore private plane lands on Johor expressway, Singapore News,SINGAPORE – Two Singaporean pilots flying a small private plane were forced into an emergency landing on the North-South Expressway in Johor on Sunday morning (Nov 22), after their plane experienced technical difficulties. The Civil A
Moldova hosts 10 km race in world's largest wine cellar, World News,MILESTII MICI, Moldova – Hundreds of runners competed in a 10 km (6 mile) race in the world's largest wine cellar on Sunday, navigating by the light of headlamps as they hurtled through dark limestone caves that stretch so
Sony XF-1000XM4: Is this series still the go-to for high-tech true wireless?, Digital News,Short answer: Yes. Long answer: Yes, but if you have the XM3, it’s not a major upgrade unless you like the new sound profile. For the benefit of those who aren’t familiar with earphones, Sony’s vaunted XM and
6 common mistakes to avoid right-sizing to HDB flats, Money News,With private property prices at a peak, some Singaporeans may decide this is the time to right-size and make a big contribution to other financial goals. While it’s not a bad idea in 2022, do make sure you’re up to date on all the rule
Jodie Whittaker to leave sci-fi series Dr Who in 2022, Entertainment News,LONDON – Jodie Whittaker, the first woman to take on the lead role in the sci-fi series Doctor Who, will be leaving the television show next year, Britain's BBC said on Thursday (July 29). The British actress has portraye
How did this Singaporean make $24b during Covid-19?, Money News,The answer is more obvious than you might think When the rest of the world is financially suffering from the ripples of Covid-19, this Singaporean entrepreneur is facing quite a different balance sheet. As the virus hit, the two things
5 cars in Singapore that are worth renewing COE for, Lifestyle News,Yes, we had an article that explained how renewing the COE of your car might be a fatal mistake. However, if you have read the article, you would have known that it doesn't apply to all cars in the market, as with all kinds of
Bots vs bodies: Are Singaporeans ready to go fully digital for insurance?, Money News,Compared to banking, retail, and even F&B, the insurance industry has been rather slow to embrace digitisation. That said, Covid-19 was probably the kick in the butt insurers needed to get up to speed. These da
Amber Heard details death threats as testimony ends in Johnny Depp defamation case, Entertainment News,Aquaman actor Amber Heard delivered the final testimony in the multimillion-dollar defamation battle with ex-husband Johnny Depp on Thursday (May 26), telling jurors she has faced daily harassment
New Mercedes-AMG C43 revealed, gets mild-hybrid 4-pot turbo, Lifestyle News,Mercedes-Benz has revealed the all-new C 43 AMG, which will feature a 2.0-litre four-cylinder turbocharged powerplant, a major departure from the previous generation version which used a 3.0-litre twin-turbo V6. The new engi
Twitter opens applications to test new content subscription features, Digital News,June 22 – Twitter Inc said Tuesday (June 22) it will seek applications from users who want to be the first to test new content subscription and ticketing features, as the social platform works to build more ways for u
Olivia Wilde shares salad dressing recipe after ex-nanny's allegations, Entertainment News,Olivia Wilde has shared a recipe for salad dressing after the concoction was said to have sparked a row between the actress and her ex-husband Jason Sudeikis. The Don't Worry Darling director, 38, po
Trump sues CNN claiming defamation, seeks $680 million in punitive damages, World News,Former US president Donald Trump sued CNN for defamation on Monday (Oct 3), seeking $475 million (S$680 million) in punitive damages and claiming the network had carried out a \”campaign of libel and slander\” again
Sonny Liew nominated for two Eisners for Eternity Girl, Singapore News,SINGAPORE – Singaporean cartoonist Sonny Liew has scored two nominations for this year's Will Eisner Comic Industry Awards for the limited series Eternity Girl (2018), which he illustrated. The prestigious Eisner Awards, the
Malaysian actor Hero Tai causes stir with explicit photo 'evidence' of 18cm penis, gets call from father, Entertainment News,Social media 'brags' should always be taken with a pinch of salt, but Taiwan-based Malaysian actor Hero Tai caused a stir online by going all out to prove
What to make of Singapore Airlines's FY19/20 earnings results, Money News,Last week, Singapore Airlines (SGX: C6L) announced a sobering set of results for the quarter ended March 31, 2020. SIA's latest earnings showed an operating loss of $803 million on the back of a 21.9 per cent fall in
IS-linked militants kidnap 10 fishermen off Borneo, Malaysia News,Suspected Islamic State-linked militants kidnapped 10 fishermen off Borneo island Tuesday and took them to the southern Philippines, police said, the latest abductions in the strife-torn waters. The heavily armed assailants snatched t
Cruise to Malaysia: Royal Caribbean to start sailing to Penang and Klang in end-June, Lifestyle News,SINGAPORE – Singaporeans will soon have more options for travel, as Royal Caribbean cruise ships will start calling at ports in Malaysia from the end of this month, with stops at Penang and Port Klan
The top Korean dramas to watch in 2021, Entertainment News,2021 seems like it’s shaping up to be a brilliant year for a slew of exciting new Korean dramas. From those that are currently airing new episodes to ones slated to be broadcasted this year, here are the ones you don’t want to miss (watch th
Japan bracing as strong typhoon heads for Tokyo, Asia News,TOKYO – Japan is bracing for heavy rains and high winds on Wednesday as a strong typhoon is forecast to make landfall near the capital of Tokyo, the latest storm to hit Japan in recent months. Typhoon \”Shanshan\”, a Chinese girl's name,
US soldiers give SAF field rations the thumbs-up, Singapore News,Singaporean cuisine has made waves internationally in recent years, earning praise from the likes of the Michelin Guide and celebrity chefs Gordon Ramsay and the late Anthony Bourdain. Last month, however, the praise came from an unexp
Cambodian PM to give luxury watches as Asean summit souvenirs, Asia News,PHNOM PENH – Cambodian Prime Minister Hun Sen, an aficionado of luxury watches, will hand out intricate, locally made timepieces as souvenirs for world leaders at an international summit he is hosting this week. Hun Sen, who ha
Is this boutique freehold property at East Coast a good buy?, Money News,Question 1 Hi Stacked, My agent is proactively promoting 77 @ East Coast. Could I have some unbiased views on this property? Looking at the 1+1 or 2 bedders. My agent cited a good location (was looking for East side!), high ren
Dungeons & Dragons: Honor Among Thieves announced, releases March 2023, Entertainment News,Paramount Pictures’ upcoming Dungeon & Dragons film finally has a name – Dungeons & Dragons: Honor Among Thieves. Set to release on March 3, 2023, the name was revealed at the first-ever D&D Direct
4 useful tips to make laminate cabinets last longer, Lifestyle News,From cost-effectiveness to durability and low maintenance appeal, laminate finishes are the standard for kitchen cabinetry, countertops, wardrobe and interior décor pieces. Laminates are available in a wide variety of colours with d
Coronavirus: Jewel and Orchard Road malls among places visited by Covid-19 patients while they were infectious, Singapore News,SINGAPORE – Malls in Orchard Road, including Lucky Plaza, Plaza Singapura, Ion Orchard and Tang Plaza, as well as Jewel Changi Airport are among the places visited by Covid-
Jay Chou to co-star with Vin Diesel in xXx 4, Entertainment News,LOS ANGELES – Last year, xXx: The Return Of Xander Cage earned almost half its worldwide total of US$346 million (S$475 million) at the Chinese box office. That jackpot has now propelled the producers to further beef up the Asian appea
3 things you didn't know you could pay for with your CPF, Money News,For Singaporeans, getting part of their paycheck deducted into their CPF accounts is a ubiquitous part of life. However, these deductions can be used to pay for a variety of things, ranging from home purchases to medical care
2 men die in separate workplace incidents in 2 days, Singapore News,SINGAPORE – There were two workplace deaths in Singapore in the past two days. The first fatal incident occurred on Thursday (Aug 25) at a PUB work site in Kranji Road and claimed the life of a 65-year-old Singaporean, while the sec
Taika Waititi promises to show Natalie Portman's goofy side in Thor: Love and Thunder, Entertainment News,Taika Waititi has promised to show Natalie Portman's \”goofy\” side in Thor: Love and Thunder. The 40-year-old actress is reprising her role as Jane Foster, who is now Mighty Thor, in th
Covid-19: Scoot & SIA offer cash refund, bonus travel credit, Lifestyle News,Due to the cash flow crunch caused by the Covid-19 pandemic, many airlines are bending over backwards to avoid giving refunds. Just a couple of weeks ago, the US and the EU regulators had to issue statements, reiterating th
Kellan Lutz's wife has miscarriage at six months pregnant, Entertainment News,Twilight star Kellan Lutz and his wife Brittany Gonzales had been expecting a baby girl, but on Thursday (Feb 6), they made the heartbreaking announcement that they have lost their baby, six months into Brittany'
Money talks: I'm a 27-year-old researcher who only shops when there are sales, Money News,Ever wondered what your salary and shopping habits are like in comparison to your peers? Money Talks is a new column by CLEO that takes an honest look at how young Millennial and Gen Z women spend their mo
Running Man's Lee Kwang Soo suffers injury after car accident, Entertainment News,Korean actor Lee Kwang Soo, best known for being a permanent cast member of variety show Running Man, is hospitalised after suffering an injury following a car accident. According to his agency King Kong by Starsh
Thousands flock to see Olympic flame in Japan despite coronavirus fears, Singapore News,SENDAI, Japan – Tens of thousands of people flocked to a cauldron with the Olympic flame in north-eastern Japan over the weekend despite concerns about the coronavirus pandemic. The flame arrived in Japan to a sc
Cars on the Road review: Pack your bags for an adventure-packed road trip, Entertainment News,Get your kicks on route 66, for Pixar is pulling Lightning McQueen (Owen Wilson) and Sir Tow Mater (Larry the Cable Guy) out of the garage after five years in the latest Disney+ series, Cars on the Road! A
French New Wave film legend Anna Karina dies at 79, Entertainment News,PARIS – Danish-born actress Anna Karina, one of the most acclaimed luminaries of influential French New Wave cinema, has died of cancer at age 79, her agent said on Sunday. Karina, famous for her kohl-rimmed blue eyes, was the fr
Amazon takes on Spotify with ad-supported free music streaming service, Digital News,Amazon said on Monday (Nov 18) it has introduced an ad-supported free version of its music streaming service Amazon Music, taking on rival Spotify Technology which has nearly 140 million users for its free version.
Grimes and Elon Musk are semi-separated, Entertainment News,Grimes and Elon Musk are \”semi-separated\”. The 33-year-old musician — whose real name is Claire Boucher — and the billionaire entrepreneur have called time on their romance after three years together, but the pair aren't recognising th
Everything you need to know about the PlayStation 5 (so far), Digital News,The dawn of a new console generation is upon us, as Sony just officially revealed the PlayStation 5 to the world this week. After postponing its initial reveal event last week, our long and painful wait to see just what the e
North, South Korea win heritage status with joint wrestling bid: Unesco, Asia News,PARIS – North and South Korea marked a new step in their reconciliation efforts Monday (Nov 26) as Unesco accepted their joint bid for Korean wrestling to be recognised as part of the world's cultural heritage. \”
Chinese city near Myanmar border to test all residents after coronavirus cases, China News,BEIJING – The Chinese city of Ruili will test all people there after authorities reported two new coronavirus cases imported from neighbouring Myanmar, state media reported late on Monday. Ruili is part of Deh
Singapore to introduce new emissions rules for fossil-fuel power plants, Singapore 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. SINGAPORE – Singapore's energy regulator wil
To lift lockdown gloom, Israelis keep calm and carry on screaming, World News,HERZLIYA – Tired of Covid-19 confinement and seeking both communion and emotional release, some Israelis have taken to group screaming. A record vaccine rollout has done little to ease Israel’s pandemic curbs. Next month’s
India recommends homemade Bharat Biotech Covid-19 vaccine for kids aged 2 and above, Asia News,BENGALURU – India on Tuesday (Oct 12) recommended emergency use of Bharat Biotech's Covid-19 vaccine shot in children below 12 years of age, making the vaccine maker the first in the country to get su
I let an AI badly classify what I am according to its neural network (and you can too) , Digital News,While billionaire techpreneurs like Elon Musk and Bill Gates feel that cutting edge artificial intelligence might herald the end to humanity when left unchecked, it’s important to remember that toda
