Lasalle students winners of igloohome design challenge with smart living products, Digital News,Igloohome, a local smart access startup, organised its very first design challenge named the igloohome Design Challenge: Circuit Disrupt. The competition received over 130 submissions over a span of 4 wee
'What can I give in return?' Quan Yi Fong cries as she feels the pressure after Best Programme Host win at Star Awards 2022 , Entertainment News,She was composed as she delivered her acceptance speech for her Best Programme Host award at Star Awards 2022 last night (April 24). Predictably,
Bangladesh police say they rescued dozens of Rohingya being trafficked to Malaysia, Asia News,COX'S BAZAR, BANGLADESH – Bangladeshi police prevented dozens of Rohingya Muslims, most of them women, about to be trafficked to Malaysia by boat, the authorities said on Tuesday (May 14). Traffickers
People may be barred from leaving: Hong Kong details new powers under controversial China law, Asia News,HONG KONG – Hong Kong released additional details of China's sweeping new national security law for the former British colony on Monday (July 6), saying security forces had overriding author
Search for MH370 to end on May 29: Malaysia transport ministry, Malaysia News,KUALA LUMPUR – The search for Malaysia Airlines flight MH370 will end on May 29, said Transport Minister Anthony Loke on Wednesday (May 23). Flight MH370, carrying 239 people, disappeared en route from Kuala Lumpur to Beij
North Korea denuclearisation in a year not likely: US intelligence chief Dan Coats, World News,WASHINGTON – US Director of National Intelligence Dan Coats said on Thursday it was technically possible for North Korea to eliminate its nuclear weapons programme within a year, but added that it was not
Russia warns 'serious' nuclear war risks should not be underestimated, World News,LVIV, Ukraine/KYIV – Russia told the world not to underestimate the considerable risks of nuclear war that it said it wanted to reduce and warned that conventional Western weapons were legitimate targets in U
Tired of waiting for asylum, migrants from caravan breach US border, World News,TIJUANA, Mexico – Central American migrants stuck on the threshold of the United States in Mexico breached the border fence on Monday (Dec 3), risking almost certain detention by US authorities but hoping the illegal ent
New Covid-19 cases below 1,000 for first time since Sept 20, Singapore News,SINGAPORE – New Covid-19 infections stood at 747 cases on Sunday (Nov 28), down from 1,761 on Saturday and falling below the 1,000 mark for the first time since Sept 20. The Covid-19 weekly infection growth rate was at 0.69,
Conjunctivitis could be rare symptom of Covid-19, says study, Lifestyle News,It would seem as though with each passing day, the world is exposed to yet another new facet of this global pandemic that is sweeping through countries and causing worldwide devastation. In the latest news regarding this in
Tencent buys Malaysian streaming platform Iflix in Southeast Asia push, Digital News,Tencent said on Thursday it had purchased Malaysian video streaming platform Iflix’s “content, technology, and resources” in a bid to grow its presence in Southeast Asia. The Chinese tech giant said in a statement t
Parti Liyani case: WP's Sylvia Lim calls for reforms to address shortcomings in criminal justice system, Singapore News,SINGAPORE – Workers' Party (WP) chairman Sylvia Lim (Aljunied GRC) has called on the Government to adopt a two-prong approach to tackle shortcomings in Singapore's c
US top diplomat Blinken to court South-east Asia in virtual meetings next week, World News,WASHINGTON – US Secretary of State Antony Blinken will meet virtually with Southeast Asian officials every day next week, a senior state department official said on Saturday (July 31), as Washington seeks to s
5 Singapore couples share how Covid-19 has impacted parenting, Lifestyle News,Earlier last month, a first-of-its-kind study called The Parenting Index gave us all a peek into global post-pandemic parenting experiences. According to the study, a third of new parents globally felt lonely, despite livi
At least 18 dead in China hotel fire, China News,BEIJING – A fire early on Saturday (Aug 25) morning at a hot springs hotel in the far north-eastern Chinese city of Harbin killed 18 people, with 19 injured, the authorities in the city said. The cause of the blaze was under investigation, the Harbin
Twitter will explore letting users receive payments from followers, Digital News,Twitter Inc Chief Executive Jack Dorsey said Wednesday the company is exploring allowing its users to receive tips, or digital payments, from their followers. Dorsey said the feature would help the social media platform
Patrick Dempsey thinks his Grey's Anatomy return was a 'beautiful way' to leave the show, Entertainment News,Patrick Dempsey thinks his Grey's Anatomy return was a \”beautiful way\” to leave the show. The 55-year-old actor – who played Derek 'McDreamy' Shepherd in the hit
Singapore black metal band Devouror's concert in Malaysia on Easter cancelled, Malaysia News,KUALA LUMPUR – A concert by Singapore-based black metal band Devouror in Malaysia has been cancelled after the Council of Churches of Malaysia (CCM) raised concerns over the gig that was to take place o
Google is starting to tell you how it found Search results, Digital News,Alphabet's Google will now show its search engine users more information about why it found the results they are shown, the company said on Thursday (July 22) It said people googling queries will now be able to click into
'Inflation? What inflation?' asks Cars@Expo visitor after seeing long lines for car show, travel fair at Singapore Expo, Singapore News,With prices going up and up, you would expect people to be tightening their belts. But to Stomp contributor Francis, that is not the case, judging by the
China lowers age of criminal responsibility to 12 for 'abominable' crimes, China News,SHANGHAI – China has lowered the age of criminal responsibility to 12 years old for “abominable” crimes such as murder or causing injury that leads to death or severe disabilities by extremely cruel means
Prince Louis' behaviour at queen's jubilee sparks debate, Lifestyle News,If you tuned into Queen Elizabeth’s Jubilee celebrations, you probably noticed Prince Louis’ behaviour and antics. His adorable reaction to his mum’s supposed scolding sparked an online debate. Some say the young prin
Malaysia lifts more Covid-19 restrictions: No masks required outdoors, tests for fully-vaccinated travellers removed, Malaysia News,KUALA LUMPUR – Malaysia will ease more Covid-19 curbs from the start of next month, including lifting restrictions on those who are not vaccinated against the coronavir
'Our jobs are coming to an end; it's bittersweet': Concierge supervisor who became swabber reflects on his journey, Singapore News,SINGAPORE – Mr Muhammad Shafiq Romaino, 28, is a swabber with the Ministry of Health. He was in the hospitality industry for five years and was a concierg
Multiple people reported hurt in Syracuse, New York shooting, World News,Police in Syracuse, New York said on Thursday they were responding to reports of a shooting with as many as five victims. A spokesman for the Syracuse Police Department said no other information was immediately available on the
Indonesian quake survivor's 'blessing': Baby born in a tent, Asia News,CIANJUR, Indonesia – A couple of days after Indonesia's deadly earthquake, heavily pregnant Rohmat Kartini began experiencing contractions. Having narrowly escaped Monday's (Nov 21) quake with her husband
Facing Ramadan like never before: How SG Muslims cope, Lifestyle News,Muslims around the world are experiencing a different kind of Ramadan amid the Covid-19 pandemic. Here in Singapore, the extended circuit breaker measures will carry over the fasting month, which started last Friday. With all plac
UK court says Meghan can keep friends secret for 'time being' in tabloid lawsuit, Entertainment News,Meghan, the Duchess of Sussex, won a court battle on Wednesday to keep the names of five of her friends private for the time being as part of her legal action against a British tabloid whic
Possible virus vulnerability discovered; about 20% of people with Covid-19 remain asymptomatic, World News,The following is a roundup of some of the latest scientific studies on the novel coronavirus and efforts to find treatments and vaccines for Covid-19, the illness caused by the virus. “Pocket”
First in S'pore: They are brothers – and they both donated organs to complete strangers, Singapore News,SINGAPORE – Donating one's organ to a stranger is an extraordinary act of generosity, but two brothers who did so think nothing of it. Mr Lin Hanwei, 35, and his younger brother Dilun ar
5 interior design trends that are shaping homes in Singapore, Lifestyle News,Every decade ushers in a different interior design trend in Singapore. In the 1970s terrazzo flooring was all the rage. In the 1980s bold colours made a statement in many homes. And by the 1990s young couples began using co
Windsor gears up for its second British royal wedding of the year, World News,WINDSOR, ENGLAND – Final preparations were being made in the English town of Windsor on Thursday (Oct 11) for Britain's second major royal wedding this year, this time involving Queen Elizabeth's granddaughter Pr
Do blisters on your lips or around your mouth mean you have herpes?, Lifestyle News,Got cold sores? Yes, it pretty much means that you have herpes, which is caused by the Herpes Simplex Virus. But don't freak out just yet. First things first: cold sores are small, painful, fluid-filled blisters
Tonga's volcanic eruption may harm environment for years, scientists say, World 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. Tonga's massive underwater volcanic erupti
2018 Chinese zodiac forecast for Year of the Tiger, Entertainment News,In 2018, the Tiger is one of the lowest ranking sign in terms of opportunities as there is only one auspicious star in its chart this year. If you have Tiger anywhere in your destiny chart, you can make use of the positive opport
John Cho jokes he lost '49kg' for Cowboy Bebop – and other things to know about Netflix's live-action adaptation, Entertainment News,The worlds of pop culture and geek culture have mostly been separate for the longest time but that's changing as Hollywood is tapping on the latter
What went on the last time COE prices were at record highs?, Lifestyle News,COE prices are seemingly at their all-time highs. Category B and E COEs now north of $90,000, with even motorbike COEs well into five digit territory. Which got us wondering – in what other instances did the most expensive C
Taiwan clears AstraZeneca vaccines, shots may start next week, Asia News,TAIPEI – Taiwan has completed checks on its first batch of AstraZeneca Plc Covid-19 vaccines and the first shots may start being administered from Monday, Health Minister Chen Shih-chung said. Taiwan’s first vaccines – 117,000
South Korea Covid-19 count spikes amid vacations, spread of new variants, Asia News,SEOUL – South Korea posted a sharp increase in its coronavirus cases on Wednesday (Aug 4) as it struggled to tame its fourth wave of infections amid the spread of new virus variant strains. The Korea Disease Control
Human remains found in landing gear of military flight from Kabul, says US Air Force, World News,WASHINGTON – The US Air Force said on Tuesday (Aug 17) that it was investigating the circumstances surrounding human remains that were found in the wheel well of one of its C-17s that flew out of Kabul a
'Absurd and pointless' lawsuit over Yishun Hindu temple dismissed by High Court, Singapore News,SINGAPORE – A spat between two factions tussling for control of a Hindu temple in Yishun ended up in what a High Court judge called \”one of the most absurd and pointless actions to have been fil
New York's Times Square New Year's Eve celebration to go virtual, Digital News,New York's Times Square will bid farewell to 2020 without the usual huddled masses jamming the streets on New Year's Eve, as celebration organizers on Wednesday responded to the global pandemic with pl
World Food Programme wins 2020 Nobel Peace Prize, World News,OSLO – The United Nations food agency, the World Food Programme (WFP), won the Nobel Peace Prize on Friday for its efforts to combat hunger and improve conditions for peace in conflict-affected areas. The Rome-based organisation says it he
Air travel bubble: Some Singapore-Hong Kong first flights sold out, air tickets hit $1,000, Singapore News,SYDNEY – The opening of Asia's first \”travel bubble\” allowing tourism without quarantines since the coronavirus pandemic hit has sparked a surge in searches and bookings for travel between
'He's probably at home nagging': Xiang Yun thought she won't win at Star Awards 2022, told husband Edmund Chen not to come, Entertainment News,Were you surprised to see Xiang Yun walking down the red carpet with son Chen Xi instead of husband Edmund Chen earlier this evening? The
One of John McCain's final wishes was that Donald Trump not attend his funeral, World News,WASHINGTON – One of John McCain's final wishes as he struggled against a devastating brain cancer could not have been more clear: He did not want Donald Trump to attend his funeral. The two men never
Elderly man gets stuck on walkway shelter in Bishan after failing to retrieve grandson's toy plane, Singapore News,In an attempt to retrieve his grandson's toy plane, an elderly man found himself stuck on a walkway shelter at Block 109 Bishan Street 12 on Tuesday afternoon (Mar 26). Stomp
Facebook seeks tab to promote 'high quality news', World News,Facebook is working on a \”news tab\” that could be used to financially support \”high quality and trustworthy\” journalism, chief executive Mark Zuckerberg said Monday. Zuckerberg made the comments in a video conversation about the
As streaming wars rage, social networks create own TV series, Digital News,NEW YORK – Even as Disney, HBO and Apple lavish billions on content to gatecrash TV streaming wars, social networks like Facebook, YouTube and Snapchat are creating their own original shows to get their piece of the advertisi
'Darknet' sellers tout face masks for bitcoin, researchers say, Digital News,LONDON – \”Darknet\” trading platforms where contraband from drugs to stolen credit cards usually change hands are offering face masks and other coronavirus-related gear in return for Bitcoin, researchers said on Ma
Study predicts surge in HIV, TB and malaria deaths amid Covid-19 pandemic, World News,Deaths from HIV, tuberculosis and malaria could surge in poor and middle-income countries as already weak health systems grapple with severe disruptions from the Covid-19 pandemic, according to a predictive study p
Tips To Boost The Immunity Of A Person – TIME BUSINESS NEWS,People take health insurance in Calgary for their safety, as nobody knows when a person may face any problem in life. Health insurance provides financial support to the person so that they can receive treatment for diseases that are expens
Twitter to introduce 'Official' label for some verified accounts, Digital News,Billionaire Elon Musk's social media platform Twitter will introduce an \”Official\” label for select verified accounts including major media outlets and governments when it launches its new US$8 (S$11) premi
In the passenger seat: He has 2 Mitsubishi Evos, 1 for day and 1 for night, Lifestyle News,Mitsubishi Lancer Evolutions are classic JDMs and they are pretty hard to obtain in Singapore. In this episode of \”In The Passenger Seat\”, we have Jong Yang, who owns not one, but two Evos. Jong Yang is a funn
Ship hired to find MH370 arrives in search zone, World News,SYDNEY – A vessel hired to search for Malaysia Airlines Flight MH370 and solve one of the world's greatest aviation mysteries has reached the remote spot in the Indian Ocean where Australian scientists believe the plane went down, Reut
Marilyn Manson turns himself in for alleged 2019 spitting incident, Entertainment News,Marilyn Manson has turned himself into police for an alleged spitting incident which took place in 2019. The 52-year-old rocker was wanted for arrest by New Hampshire police in May after he allegedly spat at a fem
PM Lee goes on leave till June 19, Lawrence Wong to stand in as Acting PM , Singapore News,SINGAPORE – Deputy Prime Minister Lawrence Wong will be Acting Prime Minister this week when Prime Minister Lee Hsien Loong goes on leave, the Prime Minister's Office announced on Sunday (June 12). PM Lee
Asus' revamped online store fuses brick-and-mortar retail with digital conveniences, Digital News,These days, most of us are generally okay with picking stuff up off online marketplaces, be it groceries, collectibles, or even custom-built PCs. Of course, this doesn't mean we aren't wa
With 2,300-word letter, French President Macron launches debate to quell 'yellow vest' unrest, World News,PARIS – President Emmanuel Macron on Sunday (Jan 13) kicked off a three-month national debate he hopes can quell the \”yellow vest\” unrest with a letter to the French in which he pledge
Rescue workers recover 11th victim in Florida building collapse: Mayor, World News,MIAMI, FLORIDA – Another body was recovered on Monday (June 28) from the rubble of a collapsed Florida condominium tower, the county mayor said, bringing the death toll to 11. Miami-Dade County Mayor Daniella Levine C
Why you want an ex back even when you know he's no good for you, Lifestyle News,So you're fresh out of a relationship where you were constantly controlled, stonewalled or even demeaned. But you miss your ex, however big a prick he was. That's understandable – he was a big part of your
Spanish toddler dies after being hit by giant hailstone, World News,MADRID – A 20-month-old girl died after being struck on the head during a violent hailstorm that caused havoc in Catalonia, northeastern Spain, authorities said on Wednesday (Aug 31). Fist-sized hailstones up to 10 centimetres in di
Naked 'bunny girl' freezes tail off in Olympic fur protest, Asia News,Pyeongchang, South Korea – A half-naked activist sporting bunny ears and a fluffy tail braved the Olympic chill in Pyeongchang to protest the fur trade Tuesday but, shivering on high heels, side-stepped the thorny issue
Kremlin dismisses speculation Putin to declare war on Ukraine on May 9, World News,LONDON – The Kremlin on Wednesday (May 4) dismissed speculation that President Vladimir Putin planned to declare war against Ukraine and declare a national mobilisation on May 9 when Russia commemorates the Soviet Uni
2 wild boars get VIP treatment as police escort them away from Yew Tee HDB blocks, Singapore News,Two wild boars that wandered outside a HDB block were given the VIP treatment back to their natural habitat – by police officers. The incident happened on Sunday (May 8) evening along Choa Chu Kang Stre
Malaysia will hold an election after coronavirus is over: PM, Malaysia News,KUALA LUMPUR – Malaysia will hold a general election when the novel coronavirus pandemic is over, Prime Minister Muhyiddin Yassin said on Saturday, shortly after he averted a showdown by winning parliamentary support for his
British Covid-19 trial deliberately infecting young adults found to be safe, World News,LONDON – The world's first \”human challenge\” trial in which volunteers were deliberately exposed to Covid-19 to advance research into the disease was found to be safe in healthy young adults, leaders of the
Indonesia reports 375 new coronavirus infections, 26 deaths, Asia News,JAKARTA – Indonesia reported 375 new coronavirus infections on Tuesday (April 21), taking the total in the South-east Asian country to 7,135. Health ministry official Achmad Yurianto reported 26 new coronavirus deaths, taking the
11-day chicken rice feast? Hawker receives suspicious order from 'big boss' for $2,300 worth of food, Singapore News,Chicken rice and red wine may seem like an odd combination, but that's exactly what a \”big boss\” tried to order from a Hainanese Boneless Chicken Rice stall at Golden M
Singaporean hits the gas in JB after allegedly beating Malaysian's face with wrench, Singapore News,A 24-year-old Malaysian man was hit with a wrench by a Singaporean man in his 20s in Johor Bahru, said the police there. The incident happened outside an entertainment venue in Taman Mount Austin
Britain's Prince William will be brother Harry's best man at wedding, World News,LONDON – Britain's Prince Harry has asked his elder brother Prince William to be best man at his wedding to US actress Meghan Markle next month, his office said. Harry was William's best man at Willi
Myanmar military, coup opponents trade blame after deadly bus stop blast, Asia News,YANGON – State media in Myanmar on Wednesday (June 1) blamed \”terrorists\” opposed to military rule for a deadly bomb blast at a bus stop in its biggest city of Yangon, an accusation denied by members of an exiled sha
Facebook hiring journalists to curate its new News Tab, Digital News,Facebook on Aug 20 confirmed plans for a News Tab that will be edited by seasoned journalists, in a departure from its longstanding practise of letting algorithms dictate a user's experience. A human team will select relevant,
'I'm very angry': Man refuses to put on mask, yells at others in Sembawang coffee shop, Singapore News,Patrons at a coffee shop in Sembawang were shocked when a customer began yelling angrily at a drink stall on Tuesday (July 6). The incident occured at 2.30pm at Block 406 near Sembaw
Who to blame for Taliban takeover? Former Afghan envoy points finger at Kabul, World News,WASHINGTON – Roya Rahmani, Afghanistan's first female ambassador to the United States who left her post in July, is clearly horrified by the Taliban takeover of her country. But she is not surprised. In an
Chinatown Complex shop owner and son among 3 new Covid-19 community cases on Feb 11, Singapore News,SINGAPORE – A 66-year-old sundry shop owner who works at Chinatown Complex was among the three coronavirus cases in the community announced on Thursday (Feb 11). The man and his son, who tested positi
Singapore ups bail of alleged billion-dollar fraudster over escape fears, Singapore News,SINGAPORE, July 6 – A Singapore court has tightened bail conditions for a businessman accused of involvement in a bogus, billion-dollar nickel trading scheme after the prosecution said plans were afoot to help h
Coronavirus: Mission impossible for disabled Hong Kongers hunting face masks, Asia News,HONG KONG – Hong Kong's disabled residents and their carers say they feel increasingly trapped in their apartments and abandoned by the authorities as the coronavirus-struck city is engulfed with panic-buyin
Around the world, people likelier to return wallets with more cash, Lifestyle News,Does the amount of cash in a lost wallet impact how likely a person is to return it? Classical economic theories suggest that the greater the temptation, the less likely we are to be honest — but a new study turns th
Overwatch 2 unveils first look at Ramattra, a tank hero that can change forms in battle, Digital News,As Overwatch 2 heads into its second month, it's time for Season Two to gear up behind the scenes. The first season welcomed Kiriko, a support hero with great mobility and offensive abilities,
Japan approves restart for nuclear reactor closest to epicentre of 2011 quake, Asia News,TOKYO – Japan's Tohoku Electric Power said on Wednesday it has won initial regulatory approval to restart a reactor at its Onagawa power plant, more than 8 years after it was damaged in the earthquake and t
10 more seniors die from Covid-19 in Singapore on Oct 11, Singapore News,SINGAPORE – Ten seniors aged between 73 and 93 died from complications linked to Covid-19, the Ministry of Health (MOH) said on Monday (Oct 11). This takes Singapore's death toll to 172. Of the seven men and three women, f
Omicron thrives in airways, not lungs; new data on asymptomatic Covid-19 cases, World News,The following is a summary of some recent studies on Covid-19. They include research that warrants further study to corroborate the findings and that has yet to be certified by peer review. Omicron multiplies
Bollywood greats Bachchan, Kapoor reunite after 27 years, Entertainment News,Two of Bollywood's greatest stars, Amitabh Bachchan and Rishi Kapoor, will share a screen together for the first time in almost three decades when comedy \”102 Not Out\” is released Friday. The movie, directed by Umesh S
Woman stranded on kitchen ledge after fire broke out in Jurong West flat, Singapore News,After a fire broke out in a fifth-storey flat, a woman, desperate to escape, climbed out of the kitchen window. Slowly lowering herself onto a narrow ledge, she steadied herself with both hands and squatted ther
'Usual post-weekend surge in cases,' MOH says of 3,994 new Covid-19 infections, 7 deaths, Singapore News,SINGAPORE – The number of Covid-19 patients in the intensive care unit (ICU) continues to rise, putting hospitals under significant pressure and strain, the Ministry of Health (MOH) sai
South Korea closes most schools in Seoul area to battle resurgent coronavirus, Asia News,SEOUL – South Korea on Tuesday ordered most schools in Seoul and surrounding areas to close and move classes back online, the latest in a series of precautionary measures aimed at heading off a resurgence in cor
Workers from home beware – pay cuts might be the price of freedom, World News,LONDON – Dreaming of working remotely from that cottage in the hills? There is a good chance you will get paid less, according to a survey of human resources executives published on Thursday (Feb 18). Employees who move to
Notre-Dame on track to re-open in 2024: French culture minister, Lifestyle News,PARIS – Notre-Dame cathedral in Paris is on track to reopen to worshippers and the public in 2024, Culture Minister Rima Abdul Malak said on Thursday (July 28), more than three years after its roof was destroyed in a mas
You can now vote for the MAMA 2021 Worldwide Fans' Choice Top 10 Playlist via Apple Music, Entertainment News,Hey, we get it – MAMA isn't exactly the sassiest name for an annual K-pop music award, but surely the nominees are far more important than the nomenclature. Amusing acronym aside,
Ariana Grande was sick with bronchitis for 4 months of her Sweetener World Tour, Entertainment News,Ariana Grande was sick with bronchitis for four months of her Sweetener World Tour. The Thank U, Next hitmaker embarked on the extensive global jaunt in 2019, and has now revealed she was suffering fr
White House says Biden, Xi discussed origins of Covid probe, World News,WASHINGTON – US President Joe Biden discussed the investigation into the origins of Covid-19 during a call on Thursday (Sept 9) with his Chinese counterpart Xi Jinping, according to the White House. \”They did discuss a range of
Boeing to make $68m in payments to 737 MAX crash victims' families, World News,WASHINGTON – Boeing Co said on Wednesday it will dedicate half of a US$100 million (S$136 million) fund it created after two crashes of its 737 MAX planes to provide payments to families of those killed, with veteran
Ticket sales for VTL flights and buses for travel into Singapore to be suspended, Singapore News,SINGAPORE – Airlines will no longer be allowed to sell new vaccinated travel lane (VTL) flight tickets from Thursday (Dec 23) until Jan 20, as Singapore tightens its borders amid a rising number of impor
Tongans deafened by volcanic blast as they fled for safety, World News,NUKU'ALOFA, TONGA – When Tonga's Hunga Tonga-Hunga Ha'apai volcano violently erupted, sending shockwaves and tsunami across the Pacific, the blast in the small island nation was so deafening that fleeing families c
Australian police charge 2 Sydney women over toilet paper feud, World News,SYDNEY – Australian state police on Sunday (March 8) charged two Sydney women involved in a violent brawl over toilet rolls as major grocers in the country restrict supplies to one pack per person amid panic buying by residen
Thailand reports 38 new coronavirus infections, 1 death, Asia News,BANGKOK – Thailand reported 38 new coronavirus infections and the death of a 54-year-old man on Tuesday (April 7), a spokesman for a government agency said. In addition to 16 new cases, including imported ones, there are 17 patients
Myanmar junta says Suu Kyi accepted illegal payments of $804k, plus gold, Asia News,Myanmar’s ousted leader Aung San Suu Kyi accepted illegal payment worth $600,000 (S$804,400) plus gold while in government, a junta spokesman said, adding that the information had been verified and many people were b
Wikipedia blocked in China ahead of Tiananmen Square anniversary, Digital News,Authorities in mainland China have blocked Wikipedia, its owner said on Wednesday. \”In April, the Wikimedia Foundation determined that Wikipedia was no longer accessible in China,\” Samantha Lien, spokeswoman for the found
Hong Kong protesters weaponising spending power as they dig in for long fight, Asia News,HONG KONG – The Hong Kong protesters formed a line, patiently waiting their turn to buy sweet milk and tea drinks from a store that advertised ardent support for their cause with a banner declaring, \”If you set
'I feel chaotic when I listen to them': Madonna is confused by modern pop music, Entertainment News,Madonna feels \”confused\” by modern pop music. The 64-year-old singer – who is one of the best-selling artists of all time – feels the music industry has changed markedly since her pop heyday
Japan bans new entries of foreigners after virus variant arrives, Asia News,TOKYO – Japan on Saturday said it would temporarily ban non-resident foreign nationals from entering the country as it tightens its borders following the detection of a new, highly infectious variant of the coronavirus. The
S Korea eases some social distancing rules as coronavirus cases fall, Asia News,SEOUL – South Korea extended its social distancing policy for another 16 days yesterday but offered some relief for churches and sporting fixtures, as it reported just eight new coronavirus infections, the lowest in two
Braving Covid-19 risks, Indian volunteers tend to the sick and the dead, Asia News,Every day after he wraps up the online classes he teaches at a Bengaluru college, Akshay Mandlik puts on his mask, gloves and overalls and heads out to help bury the Covid-19 dead. The 37-year-old professor of social
Elisabeth Moss thinks scientology is 'misunderstood', Entertainment News,Elisabeth Moss thinks that scientology is \”misunderstood\”. The 39-year-old actress was raised in the cult religion – which follows the belief that a human is an immortal and that a spiritual being resides in a physica
GE2020: Lee Hsien Yang joins Tan Cheng Bock's Progress Singapore Party but mum on whether will contest July 10 election, Singapore News,SINGAPORE – Mr Lee Hsien Yang, estranged brother of Prime Minister Lee Hsien Loong, has joined Dr Tan Cheng Bock's Progress Singapore Party (PSP), the par
Powerful Typhoon Trami batters Okinawa, churns to Japan mainland, Asia News,A powerful typhoon pummelled Japan's southern island of Okinawa Saturday, injuring at least five, as weather officials warned the storm would rip through the Japanese archipelago over the weekend. Typhoon Trami, packing
Chloe Grace Moretz says older men in movie industry infantilised her during teenage years, Entertainment News,Chloe Grace Moretz felt \”infantilised\” by older men in the movie industry during her teens. The 25-year-old actress recalled being \”shot down\” by movie bosses whenever she presented an idea
YouTuber Preetipls and brother Subhas Nair issue 'apology' mimicking statement by Mediacorp and Havas Worldwide, Singapore News,SINGAPORE – Local YouTube star Preeti Nair and her brother, rapper Subhas Nair, on Friday (Aug 2) issued a statement ostensibly apologising \”for any hurt that was
Heng Swee Keat urges govts to collaborate in tech to solve problems, Digital News,Countries around the world should collaborate to develop technologies to solve the many challenges they face, Deputy Prime Minister Heng Swee Keat said yesterday morning as he kicked off a forum on innovation. With Chi
Singapore drawing up road map to live with Covid-19, ministers say, Singapore News,SINGAPORE – Singapore is drawing up a road map on how to live more normally with Covid-19 on expectations that the virus will become endemic like influenza and as vaccination rates pick up, said ministers leading the
Financial giants tiptoe into TikTok, Money News,NEW YORK – As TikTok accounts focused on money gain huge followings, stodgy financial firms are wedging themselves into youth-oriented social media platforms for a piece of the action. Independent \”FinTok\” influencers like Mark Tilbury (@marktilbury, 7
Large group of PMD users sound sirens, blast music as they ride among throng of people at Geylang, Singapore News,A group of personal mobility device (PMD) users made a nuisance of themselves as they were riding around Geylang. A video of the riders sounding sirens and blasting loud music was posted
Co-creator of indie hit Night in the Woods dies following #metoo accusations, Digital News,Alec Holowka, Co-creator of Night in the Woods has committed suicide. This is following a series of sexual abuse allegations that came out against him, leading to him getting fired from his game studio. Holowk
At least 50 killed in train derailment in south-east DR Congo, World News,LUBUMBASHI, Dr Congo – At least 50 stowaways were killed when a freight train derailed in south-eastern Democratic Republic of Congo early on Thursday (Sept 12), the latest rail tragedy to strike the vast central African natio
South Korean President Moon Jae-in says situation 'very grave' as mass virus tests under way, Asia News,SEOUL – South Korean health authorities said on Tuesday (Feb 25) they aim to test more than 200,000 members of a church at the centre of a surge of new coronavirus cases as President Moo
Ask Jay: My mother-in-law always criticises the way I dress. What do I do?, Lifestyle News,Q: My mother-in-law always criticises the way I dress. How do I get my husband to tell her to stop? Is your mother-in-law Stella McCartney? If not, she definitely needs to take it down a notch when it comes to
Volkswagen Golf Life Plus review: Incremental improvements for an increasingly upmarket car, Lifestyle News,When I first drove the new Golf two months ago, it left me with two impressions. Firstly, it had gone upmarket. Secondly, any improvements at this point would be incremental, for the previous
China drafts law to punish parents for children's bad behaviour, China News,BEIJING – China's parliament will consider legislation to punish parents if their young children exhibit \”very bad behaviour\” or commit crimes. In the draft of the family education promotion law, guardians will be
Michael Buble gets sick of Christmas music by Boxing Day, Entertainment News,Michael Buble finds himself sick of Christmas music by Boxing Day. The 46-year-old singer – whose holiday album Christmas became one of the best-selling albums of the 21st century with worldwide sales of more than 16 millio
Attacks on Myanmar telecom towers show evolving tactics in conflict, Asia News,Around 700,000 people in Myanmar are estimated to have lost internet access after attacks on telecommunication equipment run by Mytel, the partly army-controlled company said amid reports that dozens of its towers were da
K-pop singer Park Yoo-chun could be jailed up to 15 years, says lawyer, Entertainment News,SEOUL – Park Yoo-chun could face up to 15 years in jail. This is the opinion of lawyer Kim Hee-joon now that the K-pop singer has confessed that he took drugs more often than what was originally alleged, eithe
Uganda Olympic team coach arriving in Tokyo had Delta coronavirus variant, Asia News,TOKYO, June 25 – A member of the Ugandan Olympic team who tested positive for the coronavirus upon arrival in Japan had the Delta variant, Japan's Olympics minister said on Friday (June 25), adding to concern t
Royals Harry and Meghan go barefoot on Bondi beach, World News,British royals Harry and Meghan kicked off their shoes and donned tropical garlands Friday, as they hit Sydney's famed Bondi beach for the latest stop on their Australian tour. Expectant Meghan donned a summer dress, putting aside h
South Korea sets highest daily coronavirus toll, struggles to contain latest surge, Asia News,SEOUL – South Korea's Prime Minister Chung Sye-kyun said on Friday (Dec 25) that 1,241 new coronavirus cases were reported the day before, the highest daily count recorded, with a large outbreak at a p
UK's Boris Johnson says 59% backing is a 'decisive' win, World News,LONDON — British Prime Minister Boris Johnson said on Monday (June 6) that his victory in a confidence vote, when 41 per cent of his lawmakers voted against him, was a convincing and decisive win that would enable the
Self-disinfecting coating that lasts for 3 months applied to all HDB lift buttons in Singapore, Singapore News,SINGAPORE – Residents in Housing Board flats who have been using their keys or other objects to prod lift buttons during the coronavirus outbreak can now set their minds at ease, as a self-
Zurich quarantines nearly 300 nightclub revellers after 6 people contract Covid-19, World News,VIENNA – Zurich's health authority said on Saturday (June 27) it had ordered a 10-day quarantine for almost 300 guests and staff of a nightclub after a reveller tested positive for the coronavirus and
In sickness and health: Coronavirus patient weds after recovering, Singapore News,Even before reciting her wedding vows in an hour-long ceremony before some 100 guests at the Aliwal Arts Centre on March 7, Ms Claudia Chen knew what it meant to love in sickness and in health. Just two weeks earlier,
Coronavirus: Singapore confirms 2 more cases, bringing total to 30, Singapore News,SINGAPORE – Two more cases of the coronavirus infection were confirmed by the Ministry of Health (MOH) on Thursday (Feb 6). This brings the total number of confirmed cases in Singapore to 30, of which 11 are Singapore
Japan to open to tourists after 2 years but only with masks, insurance, guides, Asia News,TOKYO — Foreign tourists visiting Japan will be required to wear masks, take out private medical insurance and be chaperoned throughout their stay, the government said on Tuesday (June 7), as it plans a gradual
Police looking into religious procession in Toh Guan industrial estate; attendees spotted singing, playing drums, Singapore News,SINGAPORE – The police are looking into an incident involving a large group of people that appear to be taking part in a religious procession in an industrial estate. In r
Symptom tracker app reveals 6 distinct types of Covid-19 infection, Digital News,British scientists analyzing data from a widely-used Covid-19 symptom-tracking app have found there are six distinct types of the disease, each distinguished by a cluster of symptoms. A King's College London team f
Australian doctors urge government to rethink mass Covid-19 vaccination hubs, World News,SYDNEY – Australian authorities should add more clinics to speed up the country's struggling Covid-19 vaccine rollout, its main medical association said on Thursday (April 15), dismissing a government plan
Hand foot mouth disease in Singapore: Cost of treating it in adults & children, Lifestyle News,If you have a toddler in daycare or childcare, you would probably know that hand, foot and mouth disease has been passing from family to family — and this time it’s pretty vicious with adults contracting H
Overpriced kway chap? Netizen who paid $20 for meal unhappy with portions, Singapore News,How expensive is too expensive for a simple bowl of kway chap? One netizen was none too pleased when a braised duck stall in Hougang served up a much smaller portion of kway chap than he was expecting on Tuesda
3 ways to save money amid rising inflation in Singapore, Money News,After being hit with a global pandemic, worldwide recession, and an ongoing international conflict, it is no wonder that Singapore is experiencing a huge rise in inflation. As of June, our core inflation (this excludes accommodation
Next James Bond will be a 'thirty-something': Producer, Entertainment News,Michael G. Wilson has hinted that the next James Bond will be a \”thirty-something\”. The 80-year-old producer, along with his half-sibling Barbara Broccoli, is in charge of casting Daniel Craig's replacement as
Oscar-nominated Godfather actor James Caan dies at 82, Entertainment News,LOS ANGELES – American actor James Caan, who starred as gangster Sonny Corleone in epic mafia film The Godfather, has died at age 82, his family said in a statement on Thursday (July 7). The statement, posted on Caan’s officia
Sri Lankan security forces raid protest camp as new leaders sworn in, Asia News,COLOMBO – Sri Lankan security forces raided and partially cleared a protest camp occupying government grounds in Colombo early on Friday (July 22), fuelling fears that President Ranil Wickremesinghe had launched a crackd
North Korea trying to protect nuclear, missile capabilities: UN report, Asia News,UNITED NATIONS – North Korea's nuclear and ballistic missile programmes remain intact and the country is working to make sure those capabilities cannot be destroyed by any military strikes, according to a confiden
Virtual Cheers! Japan's 'nomikai' goes online for coronavirus time, Digital News,TOKYO – Launched amid the mounting scare over the coronavirus, a Japanese video chat website designed for hosting virtual drinking parties has soared in popularity while bars and pubs remain shut. Nomikai
Humanoid clerk helps to cut red tape in Russia, Digital News,MOSCOW – A human-like robot designed to look and act like a female clerk has started providing services to the public at a government office in Siberia. The humanoid, with long blond hair and brown eyes, is serving customers in Perm, a cit
Rescuers search for victims after buildings collapse in Marseille, World News,MARSEILLE (AFP) – French rescue workers were searching into the night Monday (Nov 5) for possible victims under the wreckage of two dilapidated buildings that suddenly collapsed in the centre of Marseille. Officials in the
In New York, artist Maya Lin's 'Ghost Forest' warns on rising sea water, World 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. In the centre of New York City's
Indonesia resumes domestic air travel, coronavirus cases jump, Asia News,JAKARTA – Indonesia has resumed domestic flights for all passengers provided airlines operate at 70 per cent capacity and follow strict rules brought into force on Tuesday, when the country announced its biggest daily rise in c
10 men arrested for allegedly rioting in Geylang, Singapore News,SINGAPORE – Ten men, aged between 18 and 34, were arrested last Friday (April 5) and Saturday for allegedly rioting in Geylang. The police said in a statement on Monday that they were alerted to a fight in Geylang Road at about 3am las
'I'm the b**** you know': Xiaxue addresses mistake of making tweet that garnered police reports, Digital News,It’s been weeks since Wendy Cheng — popularly known by her moniker Xiaxue — was cleared by the police over some controversial tweets she made years ago. Nonetheless, the veter
New Zealand reports record daily cases as Delta spreads, World News,WELLINGTON – New Zealand recorded on Tuesday (Oct 19) the highest number of daily cases since the pandemic began last year, as the Delta variant of the coronavirus spreads in its biggest city Auckland. The South Pacific nation repor
Trump slammed for trolling Greta Thunberg climate speech, World News,UNITED NATIONS – Teenage climate change activist Greta Thunberg responded to US President Donald Trump's mocking of her online by embracing his words on her Twitter page on Tuesday (Sept 24). Trump stirred up fresh outrage on
Indonesian researchers breed 'good' mosquitoes to combat dengue, Asia News,YOGYAKARTA – Researchers in Indonesia have found a way to fight disease-bearing mosquitoes by breeding a species of the insect which carries a kind of bacteria that prevents viruses like dengue from growing inside t
Joe Biden falls after flubbing bike dismount, but uninjured, World News,US President Joe Biden took a spill from his bike on Saturday as he stopped to greet supporters during a weekend trip to Rehoboth Beach, Delaware. He appeared to be uninjured after standing up immediately. \”I'm good,\” Biden
Moderna says Covid-19 vaccine protection wanes, makes case for booster, World News,CHICAGO – New data from Moderna's large Covid-19 vaccine trial shows that the protection it offers declines over time, supporting the case for booster doses, the company said in a news release on Wednesday (Sept
Nick Cannon might be a father again, Entertainment News,Nick Cannon is reportedly set to become a father again. Alyssa Scott has taken to social media to announce her latest pregnancy, and according to Entertainment Tonight, Nick is the father of her unborn baby. Alyssa posted a photo of her growing
French president Macron slapped in the face during walkabout, World News,A man slapped President Emmanuel Macron in the face on Tuesday (June 8) during a walkabout in southern France. Macron later said he had not feared for his safety, and that nothing would stop him carrying on with his job. In a v
Acer Vero shows eco-friendly laptops are viable , Digital News,Acer Vero started off as a laptop and expanded into a series that was designed around the concept of eco-sustainability. While there's plenty of debate about whether or not recycling plastic is actually viable, we can't deny th
Locally transmitted Covid-19 cases drop to lowest in more than a month, Singapore News,SINGAPORE – Singapore saw just one locally transmitted Covid-19 case on Sunday (July 4). This marks the lowest number of daily community cases reported in more than a month. The patient is currently unlinked to an
I'm not reckless: China courier braves coronavirus to keep city supplied, China News,BEIJING/SHANGHAI – Guo Qiang, a deliveryman, knows his family is worried that he's returned to work during the coronavirus epidemic. The 29-year-old went back to his hometown in central China's Henan
More than 500 hikers stranded on mountain after Indonesia quake, 16 killed, Asia News,LOMBOK, Indonesia – More than 500 hikers and their guides remain stranded by landslides on an active volcano on Lombok, a day after a powerful earthquake struck the Indonesian holiday island, a national park offici
Big drama in Little India as Ferrari driver is 'abducted' by 4 men, Singapore News,It was over in a matter of seconds. But what transpired in those brief moments in Little India on Sunday night left witnesses stunned and bewildered. After the driver of a red Ferrari parked his supercar in
Philips launches an Ikea-inspired, wool-blend fabric Bluetooth speaker, Digital News,Jag pratar inte svenska, but it's not exactly tough to identify an Ikea-inspired gadget whenever I see one. Enter the Philips TAJS50 Bluetooth speaker, which acts as both a home audio gadget and furnishing, all
How to avoid overeating while holing up at home, Lifestyle News,PARIS – The coronavirus has shaken the world like nothing else. But beyond the terrible toll of death, economic devastation and fear, the virus is likely to leave another lasting mark. It is going to make us all fatter. \”I don't kn
China executes man for rape and killing spree, China News,BEIJING – A serial killer who murdered six people and raped 10 women and two girls, including a 12-year-old, was executed on Tuesday (July 30), according to the country's top court. Zhao Zhihong, 47, known as the \”smiling killer\”, was se
3 ways to boost your brain power & your wallet, Money News,If you're like many Singaporeans, you may turn to nutraceuticals, vitamins, and other supplements in hopes of improving your memory and cognitive function. Unfortunately, there's a lack of robust evidence that shows that these are
Filipino maids' dragon boat team makes splash in Hong Kong, China News,HONG KONG – Filipino women are paddling for gold in this year's dragon boat races in Hong Kong, with one thing separating them from the competition – they are all maids, often taken for granted in the rich Chinese-ruled
Have high-functioning anxiety? Here's how to stop it from affecting your life, Lifestyle News,Composed on the outside, but crumbling on the inside? You probably have high-functioning anxiety, which means that while you frequently suffer from stress and fear, you're able to function reasona
Chinatown Complex closed after new Covid-19 cluster with 66 cases; 555 infections reported on Sept 11, Singapore News,Chinatown Complex will be closed to all members of the public from 3pm on Sunday (Sept 12) to 11.59pm on Wednesday, as the Ministry of Health (MOH) reported a total of 66 Covid-19 ca
Ramadan bazaar sellers turn to online platforms to clear stock and recoup losses, Digital News,SINGAPORE – For the past few weeks, Ms Roselin Khatoon's apartment has looked less like a home and more like a warehouse. Stocks of bottles of cookies, packs of chips and other Hari Raya snacks she ha
Touring The Luxurie: A rather upscale condo in Sengkang that's well located, Lifestyle News,The Luxurie first came to my attention because of its duplex penthouses which have lift access to both floors, a rarity in the Singaporean property market (if you can’t afford to drop $15 million on a fl
The Terminator insists US will help battle climate change, World News,KATOWICE, Poland – Governments must protect citizens from the killer effects of climate change, movie tough guy-turned-statesman Arnold Schwarzenegger told AFP, insisting the United States was committed to a greener future despite
Volunteer army in Indonesia helps fight coronavirus with data, web, Digital News,JAKARTA – As Indonesia’s most populous province weighed tough movement restrictions to stop the new coronavirus, it turned to a loosely-knit volunteer group of data scientists and health experts. The Kawal Covid-19 (Gua
'Trump invited us': Accused Capitol rioters blame former president in legal defence, World News,Emanuel Jackson, a 20-year-old Washington area man, was caught on video using a metal bat to strike the protective shields wielded by police officers as they tried to fend off rioters storming t
Daniel Craig vows to never join social media, Entertainment News,Daniel Craig has vowed to never join social media. The 53-year-old actor is completely uninterested in the various apps and websites, which include Instagram, Twitter and Facebook, and he will not be filling his time now he has retired
How does Kim tell North Korea he's giving up nuclear weapons?, Asia News,SEOUL – State media calls North Korea's nuclear weapons a \”treasured sword of justice\”. Pyongyang has released commemorative stamps and built monuments in honour of its ballistic missile tests, while nuclear and rocke
Facebook-backed research sees progress linking minds, machines, Digital News,Facebook-backed researchers have managed to translate brain signals into spoken words, bringing the social network's vision of linking brains and machines closer to reality. A study published this week by University of
Korean Air shareholders oust tycoon from board in landmark vote, Asia News,SEOUL – Korean Air Lines Co Ltd shareholders rejected an extension for CEO Cho Yang-ho as director in a landmark vote on Wednesday, ending his 27-year tenure on the board of South Korea's biggest carrier and sending its
Unhappy at Twitter, thousands of Saudis crash pro-Trump social network, World News,SAN FRANCISCO – A surge of about 200,000 users believed to be from Saudi Arabia who are frustrated at what they say is censorship by Twitter have helped crash the small social media network Parler, which styles itself
Four decades on, Cambodia reflects on its 'Killing Fields' nightmare, World News,PHNOM PENH – At the height of Pol Pot's genocidal Khmer Rouge \”killing fields\” regime which devastated Cambodia for more than three years from 1975-79, Srey Heng overcame her crippling hunger by catching
Scandal lovers 14 months later: Andy Hui resumes work, Jacqueline Wong spotted with a new man, Entertainment News,In one of the biggest scandals to rock the Chinese pop culture scene, singer-actor Andy Hui and former actress Jacqueline Wong's affair was exposed last year. At that time, both pa
Ed Sheeran's wife thought he was joking when he proposed, Entertainment News,Ed Sheeran's wife thought he was \”joking\” when he proposed. The Bad Habits hitmaker got down on one knee to ask Cherry Seaborn to marry him in 2017, but his then-girlfriend didn't think his proposal was genui
Heroic doctor helps yet another injured biker, this time at Lower Delta Road, Singapore News,A doctor came to the aid of a biker who was involved in an accident with a car at the junction of Jalan Bukit Merah and Lower Delta Road on Aug 24. Stomp contributor Shirlyn was driving along Lower Delta Roa
Is Singapore's most expensive Skoda too costly – or just right?, Lifestyle News,SINGAPORE – A brand’s most expensive car is usually not relevant to the mainstream buyer, or, in simpler terms – it’s not worth the money for the Average Joe. But is this true even for Skoda, the Czech brand that’s
Israelis to be allowed into Qatar for World Cup, officials say, World News,JERUSALEM — Israelis will be able to attend 2022 World Cup games in Qatar, Israeli ministers said on Thursday (June 9), in a move they said would open \”a new door\” to a country with which Israel does not currently have formal
Many Sri Lankans flee capital as political leaders meet to seek solution to crisis, Asia News,COLOMBO — Many Sri Lankans thronged buses in the main city Colombo on Thursday (May 12) to return to their hometowns with leaders of political parties due to meet after the prime minister quit and went into
Indonesia goes hi-tech in hunt for tax assets after amnesty, Asia News,JAKARTA – Indonesia's tax office plans to spend hundreds of millions of dollars to update its outdated technology to boost low tax compliance and raise revenue collection in Southeast's largest economy, the country'
Taiwan reports no new coronavirus cases for first time in a month, Asia News,TAIPEI – Taiwan on Tuesday (April 14) reported no new cases of the coronavirus for the first time in more than a month, in the latest sign that the island's early and effective prevention methods have paid off. Taiwan
Singapore monitoring trials on Covid-19 vaccine effect on kids: Lawrence Wong, Singapore News,SINGAPORE – Singapore is closely monitoring ongoing trials on the safety and effectiveness of Covid-19 vaccines on children, and hopes to be able to certify and administer them on students here in the near
Delhi hotel fire kills at least 17, spurs safety concerns, Asia News,DELHI – A fire swept through a hotel in New Delhi early yesterday, killing 17, authorities in the Indian capital said, raising questions about safety standards in poorly regulated budget hotels. Raids by civic authorities to enforc
Wuhan virus: China death toll spikes to 80, over 2,700 cases confirmed, China News,China said on Monday that the death toll from a deadly viral outbreak spiked to 80 as the hard-hit epicentre province of Hubei suffered 24 new fatalities, while total confirmed cases nationwide rose sharply to 2,744.
24-hour emergency fees in Singapore: A&E vs clinics vs ambulance, Lifestyle News,Midnight medical emergencies are certainly stressful events – and there’s no telling when you or your loved ones might be caught up in one. Here’s our guide to what to do and where to go in the event of an unexpected me
Volcanic eruption shines spotlight on New Zealand's adventure tourism, Lifestyle News,Adventure tourism is a key part of New Zealand's international appeal but the recent White Island volcano eruption is a tragic reminder that such activities carry genuine risks that must be better explain
Hong Kong reports second coronavirus fatality, China News,HONG KONG – An elderly Hong Kong man who contracted the new coronavirus died on Wednesday (Feb 19), authorities announced, the second fatality from the outbreak in the semi-autonomous Chinese city. \”A 70-year-old male patient who was infected
South Korea to start giving fourth doses of Covid-19 vaccine by end-February, Asia News,SEOUL – South Korea will begin giving out fourth doses of Covid-19 vaccines by the end of February and supply millions of additional home test kits to ease shortages amid a surge in Omicron infections, authoritie
German toilet paper calculator takes aim at virus panic-buying, Digital News,BERLIN – The coronavirus pandemic has sent panicked shoppers across Europe into a toilet-paper buying frenzy. But how much do you really need? And what to do if the unthinkable happens and you run out? A German online calcu
Thai graft agency investigates suspected theft of funds for the poor, Asia News,BANGKOK – A Thai anti-corruption agency is investigating the suspected misappropriation of up to 85 per cent of money from a state fund for the poor in a new scandal to hit the military government, which has promised to
Ed Sheeran, Camila Cabello perform at fundraising concert for Ukraine, Entertainment News,LONDON – Chart-toppers Ed Sheeran and Camila Cabello were among music stars who took to the stage on Tuesday (March 29) night at a televised concert aiming to raise funds for a Ukrainian humanitarian appeal. Th
Joyce Cheng, daughter of late Lydia Sum, reportedly gets $10.5m inheritance 14 years after mum's death, Entertainment News,Hong Kong singer-actress Joyce Cheng turned 35 on Monday (May 30), marking a big change in her life. According to media reports, she has now inherited HK$60 million (S$10.5
No joke: Fluffy doggo delivers 'food' and smiles during Covid-19 pandemic, Asia News,Get your dose of humorous and wacky stories that happened this week. When's the delivery man — oh wait, doggo — coming? A fluffy pooch in Thailand has stolen the hearts of netizens ever since he made
Bubble tea the new holy offering? Thai temple visitors think so, Asia News,Rather than the usual fruits, flowers and incense, has bubble tea become the offering of choice for Thai Buddhist devotees? In a photo posted on Aug 18 by a food blogger known as Payunbud, various bubble teas can be seen line
Trump scraps election 'fraud' inquiry, World News,WASHINGTON – President Donald Trump on Wednesday (Jan 3) disbanded an investigation into alleged voter fraud in the 2016 election, but refused to back down on unsubstantiated allegations of massive wrongdoing at the ballot box. Facing oppos
WHO urges action as Indonesia mobility returns to pre-Covid-19 levels, Asia News,JAKARTA – The World Health Organisation has urged Indonesia to take action to stem transmission of the coronavirus, following new data showing that mobility for retail and recreation has reached pre-pandemic levels in s
Paris braces for floods as swollen Seine inches higher, World News,PARIS – Paris was on high alert Saturday (Jan 27) as the swollen Seine continued to creep higher, with forecasters warning the river could stay high throughout next week, especially if more rain is dumped on France. Leaks started to
3 reasons why HDB maisonettes will remain popular despite cooling measures, Lifestyle News,There’s been an increased interest in HDB maisonettes lately, especially since the recent headline-grabbing million-dollar-flat transactions involve such a flat type. One example is this 30-plus-year-old maiso
Police officer in Taiwan dies after train passenger stabs him, Asia News,A confrontation over a train ticket left a police officer dead in Taiwan. The 26-year-old was trying to defuse a situation onboard a train at Chiayi station on Wednesday (July 3) when an agitated passenger stabbed him with a kn
Instagram adds verified accounts to 'stop bad actors', Digital News,Instagram on Tuesday set out to thwart duplicity with an option to authenticate high-profile accounts at the Facebook-owned image or video sharing social network.Blue badges displayed at Instagram accounts will indicate ho
Philippine Airlines flight to Manila makes emergency landing in Los Angeles, Asia News,LOS ANGELES – A Philippine Airlines flight bound for Manila suffered an apparent engine failure on Thursday (Nov 21) shortly after take-off from Los Angeles and made an emergency landing, the authorities said. Pil
Man strips naked at Genting Highlands hotel lobby, Malaysia News,While most would rest and relax during family vacations, one man didn't. He stripped naked right in front of his wife and two young children at a hotel lobby in Genting Highlands on Wednesday (April 6). The 46-year-old store assis
'It's not the first time': Mookata restaurant owner's son puts out fire, warns diners not to change gas cartridges, Singapore News,We usually don't think too much while enjoying a sizzling good mookata meal, but perhaps we should after all. Eugene Goh, the son of New Udon Mo
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
Smuggled sketches offer glimpses into harsh Myanmar prison, Asia News,In one drawing, dozens of men sit crammed into a single room, hunched with their knees together, every inch of space occupied. In another, they lie back to back on the floor, their faces straining with discomfort. 14 sketches smug
Cost of dental care and the most affordable dental clinics in Singapore, Lifestyle News,Visiting a dentist can be an unpleasant experience. Besides lack of time and a fear of pain and discomfort, 89 per cent cited cost as a concern. This could be why 17 per cent of Singaporeans have not visited thei
Michael Jackson's nephew wants to make biopic about the pop icon and address sex abuse allegations, Entertainment News,Michael Jackson's nephew wants to make a biopic about the pop icon. The Billie Jean hitmaker died in June 2009, aged 50, but TJ Jackson — the son of Tito Jackson — would l
Fire engulfs 600 stilt homes in Brazil city Manaus; thousands flee, World News,SAO PAULO, Brazil – A fire raced through a neighbourhood in the Brazilian jungle city of Manaus early on Tuesday, engulfing at least 600 wooden houses built on stilts due to seasonal floods and sending thousands fleeing f
Ukraine preparing for new Russian offensive in the east, Zelenskiy says, World News,LVIV – Ukrainian forces are preparing for new Russian attacks in the east of the country as Moscow builds up its troops there after suffering setbacks near the capital Kyiv, President Volodymyr Zelenskiy said on Thur
Love, Bonito customers' data breached, credit card details exposed, watchdog investigating, Digital News,SINGAPORE – Singapore's privacy watchdog is investigating a data breach involving home-grown fashion label Love, Bonito, after it reported that its online users' data had been comp
Scoot vs Jetstar vs AirAsia vs SIA travel insurance – is it worth buying?, Lifestyle News,Booking a flight online these days is less about making sure you get what you want than making sure you opt-out of what you don’t want. Whether you’re flying with a budget airline or a high-end one like our ver
Owner's 'deep remorse' over ship stuck on Pacific reef, World News,The owner of a grounded cargo ship that is leaking oil into World Heritage-listed waters in the Solomon Islands has apologised for the environmental disaster but denied the crew were drunk when the accident happened. M
SafeEntry applications surge ahead of reopening of businesses, Digital News,Applications to implement digital check-in system SafeEntry surged over the weekend as businesses prepared to reopen from today. The Smart Nation and Digital Government Office (SNDGO) said it has received applications from h
Indonesia may reach peak of coronavirus infections in early May, says government, Asia News,JAKARTA – Indonesia may reach the peak in coronavirus infections between early May and the beginning of June, with the number of cases predicted at 95,000, said government Covid-19 task force adviser Wiku Adi
Thai King fires 6 palace officials for 'extremely evil' conduct days after dismissing consort for disloyalty, Asia News,BANGKOK – Thailand's King Maha Vajiralongkorn has dismissed six palace officials for \”extremely evil\” conduct, a palace announcement said on Wednesday (Oct 23), in a
RSAF tanker aircraft, 77 SAF soldiers off to help transport evacuees from Afghanistan, Singapore News,A tanker aircraft with the capacity to carry more than 37 tonnes left Singapore yesterday to help in efforts to airlift evacuees from Afghanistan. The Republic of Singapore Air Force's (RSAF) A
24 auspicious plants to buy for Chinese New Year, Lifestyle News,Have a blooming lunar new year Why? Flower blossoms are believed to bring fortune, according to a popular Chinese saying, which means “blossom flowers bring wealth”. While some nurseries are churning out fun animal-themed products this
Chile declines to sign U.N. pact, says migration not a human right: report, World News,SANTIAGO – Chile has become the latest country to pull out of a controversial United Nations migration pact, its interior ministry indicated, provoking fury among opposition parties who accused Sebastian Pinera&#x
Jussie Smollett out of prison after 6 days, Entertainment News,Jussie Smollett is out of prison. The 39-year-old actor was granted permission on Wednesday (March 16) to leave Cook County Jail just six days into his 150-day sentence while he appeals his conviction for lying to police over a hate crim
Uber whistleblower says current business model 'absolutely' unsustainable, World News,LISBON – Mark MacGann, the whistleblower behind the so-called Uber Files, said on Wednesday (Nov 2) that the ride-hailing company seemed to be taking steps toward improving its work culture, but that its
How China Is An Inspiration For ONE World Champion Xiong Jing Nan, Asia News,ONE Women’s Strawweight World Champion Xiong Jing Nan’s success in ONE Championship has come, in no small part, as a result of her heritage and her background. “The Panda” is a proud Chinese citizen, and her country’s cultu
Robo-advisor vs financial advisor: Which is better?, Money News,I started out as an investment and personal finance clutz when I first joined Seedly. But thankfully, with the guidance of the Seedly team and the help of some useful investment guides , I was able to kick start my investment journey du
Suicide bomber kills scores in Afghan mosque attack, Asia News,KABUL – A suicide bomber attacked a mosque in Afghanistan's northeastern Kunduz province on Friday (Oct 8), killing scores of worshippers in the country's third attack this week on a religious institution. Islamic State claimed
Thai authorities propose tighter curbs as Covid-19 deaths climb, Asia News,BANGKOK – Thailand's health ministry said on Thursday (July 8) it had proposed new travel curbs and tighter restrictions in high-risk areas to contain Covid-19 cases, as the country reported a daily record of 75 deaths f
Indonesia reports 349 new coronavirus cases, 14 new deaths, Asia News,JAKARTA – Indonesia reported 349 new coronavirus cases, taking the total number of infections in the South-east Asian country to 11,192, health ministry official Achmad Yurianto said on Sunday (May 3). Mr Achmad said 14 new corona
Chinese police detain concert pianist Li Yundi over prostitution allegations, China News,BEIJING – Concert pianist Li Yundi, one of China's most famous musicians, has been detained in Beijing for prostitution allegations, state media said on Thursday (Oct 21), prompting some incredulity and a l
Kim and Kanye donate US$500,000 to California wildfire relief efforts, Entertainment News,LOS ANGELES – Kim Kardashian and Kanye West on Wednesday (Nov 21) donated US$500,000 (S$680,000) to firefighters and victims of a massive Southern California wildfire that came close to destroying the celebrity
Dua Lipa thanks social media trolls for inspiring her to improve, Entertainment News,Dua Lipa has thanked social media trolls for inspiring her to improve. The 25-year-old singer was criticised for her stage performances early in her career and Dua thinks it ultimately made her a better dancer. Dua
5 things property agents are not required to do (but might anyway), Lifestyle News,Singaporeans expect quite a bit from their property agents, given the service fees they pay. You may be surprised, however, to learn how limited the job scope technically is; quite a number of services provided are no
UK PM's former adviser says Johnson knew about lockdown party, World News,LONDON — A former senior adviser to Britain's Boris Johnson said on Monday (Jan 17) he was willing to \”swear under oath\” that the prime minister knew a party was being held at his residence during a Covid-19 lockdown
Indonesian police investigate detention of transgender women in Aceh , Asia News,BANDA ACEH, Indonesia – Indonesia's national police chief has ordered an investigation into the detention of 12 transgender women in the province of Aceh, officials said on Friday, after reports that they were stri
Formula One: 4-time champion Vettel says he will not race in Russia, World News,Four-time Formula One champion Sebastian Vettel said he will not take part in the Russian Grand Prix even if it goes ahead as planned after Russia invaded neighbouring Ukraine on Thursday (Feb 24). Russia has held grand
At least one long-term symptom seen in 37% of Covid-19 patients: Study, World News,At least one long-term Covid-19 symptom was found in 37 per cent of patients three to six months after they were infected by the virus, a large study from Oxford University and the National Institute for Health Resear
Adult film star Stormy Daniels to publish book on Trump affair in October, World News,Adult film star Stormy Daniels said Wednesday she will publish an autobiography detailing her alleged affair with President Donald Trump in October, shortly before key US midterm elections. Daniels, who says she ha
You don't have to declare your mental illness when applying for a job, Lifestyle News,According to a study done by the Institute of Mental Health last year, one in seven people in Singapore has experienced a mental disorder in their lifetime. Yet, a 2016 study showed that more than three-quarte
Singapore granny stranded in India returns after delays and misadventures, Singapore News,Foreign Minister Vivian Balakrishnan's assurance that no Singaporean abroad would be left behind took on a deeper meaning for Madam Jasbir Kaur. The Singaporean was stranded in India for almost a month bec
Trump admits reimbursing lawyer for porn star payoff, World News,US President Donald Trump on Thursday admitted he reimbursed his lawyer for a $130,000 payment to a porn star, ending months of White House denial. Trump tweeted that his personal lawyer Michael Cohen used a retainer to pay off Stormy
Shooting at London's Kingsburg tube station leaves 3 people injured; Police says not terror-related, World News,LONDON – A shooting at London's Kingsbury tube station has left three people injured, the Sun newspaper reported on Monday night (Aug 20). \”Police and London Ambulance Service we
Kim Jong-un congratulates Xi for re-election, hopes for 'more beautiful' ties, Asia News,SEOUL – North Korea's leader Kim Jong-un sent a congratulatory letter to Xi Jinping on his re-election as China's leader, saying he hoped to further develop their ties, state news agency KCNA
Japan approves remdesivir as Covid-19 drug, Asia News,TOKYO – Japan on Thursday approved Gilead Sciences Inc's remdesivir as a treatment for Covid-19, making it the country's first officially authorised drug to tackle the coronavirus disease. Japan reached the decision just three days afte
Paris Hilton says release of sex tape will hurt her for the 'rest of her life', Entertainment News,Paris Hilton says the release of her sex tape will hurt her for the \”rest of her life\”. The 40-year-old star's ex-boyfriend Rick Salomon released the intimate video in 2004, which they h
Celine Dion misses having a partner but not ready to date, Entertainment News,Celine Dion misses being \”touched\”. The 51-year-old singer still isn't ready to date following the death of her husband Rene Angelil in January 2016 but she admitted there are certain aspects of having a partner that
Microsoft missed mobile dominance by 'tiny' margin: Gates, Digital News,Microsoft missed its chance to be the dominant firm in mobile technology because it was \”distracted\” during a lengthy antitrust battle with US authorities, company co-founder Bill Gates said Monday. Gates, speaking at
Philippine security forces capture top Maoist guerrilla leader , Asia News,MANILA – Philippine security forces arrested the head of the Communist movement's armed wing following President Rodrigo Duterte's order to target guerrilla leaders after peace talks collapsed, police and human righ
Twelve Cupcakes' former director, sister of ex-radio DJ Daniel Ong, fined $20k for allowing firm to underpay staff , Singapore News,SINGAPORE – A former director at home-grown confectionery chain Twelve Cupcakes is the latest decision maker linked to the firm to be fined over offences involving
Veteran actor Bai Yan dies aged 100, Entertainment News,Well-loved local veteran actor Bai Yan has died. He turned 100 this year. The China-born artist passed away Monday morning (Aug 19) at about 3am, Lianhe Zaobao reported. He was hospitalised for pneumonia 10 days before his death. The actor had
Ariana Grande has defended Justin Bieber's choice to sing with a backing track at Coachella festival., Entertainment News,The 'god is a woman' hitmaker thrilled fans when she brought the 'Sorry' singer on stage for her recent set at Coachella Valley Music and Arts Festival b
Lion Air crash: Indonesia military chief believes fuselage of plane located, Asia News,JAKARTA – Indonesia's military chief believes a search and rescue team has found part of the body of a Lion Air plane that crashed into the sea with 189 people on board, he told a television channel on Wednes
No prosecutions likely over London's Grenfell Tower fire until 2021: Police, World News,LONDON – British police said on Wednesday (March 7) that it was unlikely that prosecutors would consider whether anyone should face criminal charges over the deadly Grenfell Tower fire until the end of 2021.
Twitter spy case highlights risks for big tech platforms, Digital News,The allegations of spying by former Twitter employees for Saudi Arabia underscore the risks for Silicon Valley firms holding sensitive data which make the platforms ripe for espionage. The two Saudis and one US citizen allegedly
'We needed to have a future after divorce': NOC founder Ryan Tan opens up on public split from Sylvia Chan, Singapore News,Two years on after publicly announcing his divorce, Night Owl Cinematics (NOC) founder Ryan Tan came out to shed more light on what transpired in a podcast released on
6 super useful tips to spot an 'undervalued' property in 2021 , Lifestyle News,2021 is a bit of a conundrum, to investors and homeowners alike. While home prices are rising across the board, it’s a little painful not to take advantage of super-low interest rates; or face the prospect of pr
Indonesia reports 185 new coronavirus cases, another 8 deaths, Asia News,JAKARTA – Indonesia reported on Monday (April 20) 185 new coronavirus cases, taking the total number of infections in the South-east Asian country to 6,760, health ministry official Achmad Yurianto said. Mr Yurianto said there
2 in 3 here don't have savings to last past 6 months: Survey, Singapore News,Many Singaporeans do not have enough savings to allow them to maintain their current lifestyle beyond six months if they were to lose their jobs now. An OCBC Bank survey conducted last month during the circuit breaker
Camila Cabello is 'more brave' after break up with dating guru Matthew Hussey, Entertainment News,Camila Cabello feels \”more brave\” after her break up. The 'Senorita' hitmaker – who has been romantically linked to Shawn Mendes as of late – recently split from Matthew Hussey but s
Virtual marathons to participate in to run away from your problems, Lifestyle News,Covid-19 or not, it’s not going to stop marathons from happening. Check out these exciting virtual running events in Singapore this 2021. The Covid-19 pandemic has derailed many sporting events worldwide, and the disa
All aboard the hyperloop: How your commute could be changing, World News,NEW YORK, July 19 – Think about the future of transportation, and you might envision the old animated show The Jetsons, with everyone flying around in personal spaceships. Not only did that never happen, but we are still piling
Facebook removes spoof NUS student group page accused of misquoting Shanmugam, Digital News,SINGAPORE – Facebook has taken down a page spoofing a local university group after accounts linked to it failed to meet community guidelines. The social media giant said on Saturday (Nov 23) that the page – N
Harry Potter: Wizards Unite mobile AR game coming ‘very soon’, Digital News,Niantic's Harry Potter: Wizards Unite is coming \”very soon\” assured the company's CEO and founder John Hanke. Hanke's comments arrive as he attended a 5G event with British mobile network EE this week, in an e
Hugh Jackman's wife thinks rumours about husband's sexuality are silly, Entertainment News,Hugh Jackman and his wife think rumours about the actor's sexuality are \”so silly\”. The Greatest Showman actor has been dogged by speculation he's attracted to men but his spouse Deborra-Le
Indonesia reports 415 new coronavirus cases, 27 new deaths, Asia News,JAKARTA – Indonesia reported on Tuesday 415 new confirmed cases of the novel coronavirus, bringing the total number of infections to 23,165, its health ministry said. Indonesia also confirmed 27 new deaths, bringing the total fata
Things only parents of twins understand, Lifestyle News,India loses more than a million lives each year to toxic air, various studies have shown. Many Indian cities top global pollution lists as enforcement of laws is lax. Every mother's journey is different and unique and no one knows your chi
Japan looks to extend Tokyo state of emergency to June 20, minister says, Asia News,Japan is looking to extend a state of emergency in Tokyo and other areas by about three weeks to June 20, a cabinet minister said on Friday (May 28), as the Covid-19 pandemic shows no signs of easing less than two mo
Taiwan to ease coronavirus border controls to let in some business people, Asia News,TAIPEI – Taiwan will from the start of next week ease border controls put in place to prevent the spread of the coronavirus and will allow in business travellers from some lower-risk countries, though they will have
Jack Dorsey chases crypto, fintech dream post Twitter, Money News,NEW YORK – At a packed Miami conference in June, Mr Jack Dorsey mused in front of thousands of attendees about where his real passion lay: \”If I weren't at Square or Twitter, I'd be working on Bitcoin.\” On Monday (Nov 29), M
For sale: Australian pub in the middle of nowhere, World News,One of Australia's most well-known pubs, located in the country's remote outback thousands of miles from major cities, is on the market for the first time in decades and attracting local and international interest. The 134-year-
Xiaxue and RP chairman Charles Yeo trade below-the-belt sexual insults on Instagram, Digital News,Fresh off a bout with the woman who led an online campaign to cancel her, Xiaxue is now embroiled in yet another public spat — this time with a politician who’s just as infamous as the social media infl
CNN's New York offices evacuated after bomb threat, World News,NEW YORK – CNN's New York offices were evacuated on Thursday (Dec 6) night after a bomb threat, the network said, recalling a similar evacuation in October after an explosive device was discovered. Fire alarm bells rang inside
Singapore sees 11,934 new Covid-19 cases, more than double Monday's figure, Singapore News,SINGAPORE – There were 11,934 new Covid-19 infections on Tuesday (Oct 18), more than double the 5,196 new cases on Monday. Tuesday’s new cases were slightly higher than a week ago, when Singapore recorded
Fire erupts at convention centre being built in New Zealand, World News,WELLINGTON – New Zealand fire services on Tuesday (Oct 22) were battling a massive blaze on the roof of a convention centre under construction in the city of Auckland, considered to be the country's biggest current building
Philippines to hold pilot test of localised lockdowns in capital region, Asia News,MANILA – The Philippines' capital region will shift to localised lockdowns and an alert level system starting Sept 16 to prevent the spread of coronavirus while allowing more businesses to resume operations, the
Three people killed in Grand Canyon helicopter crash, World News,ARIZONA – A tourist helicopter crashed in the United States' Grand Canyon on Saturday (Feb 10), killing three people and injuring four others, according to Hualapai Police Department on Sunday. All of the passengers were from the
South Korea scrambles to contain new coronavirus outbreak threatening Seoul, Asia News,SEOUL – South Korean officials scrambled on Monday (May 11) to contain a new coronavirus outbreak that is threatening to spread throughout the densely populated capital, leading the country to reconsider plans to
'Not here for decoration': Thai transgender MPs make history in parliament, Asia News,Smiling broadly, Tanwarin triumphantly cast her vote for prime minister as the first transgender MPs enter parliament in Thailand, where tolerance for the LGBT community is not matched by understanding or
Ask a guy: How to survive a snoring partner in bed, Lifestyle News,Wondering how to fit into your boyfriend’s group of friends, or what to do about a partner who disrupts your sleep with his snoring? Actor Jason Godfrey, who recently got married, offers some witty advice. My husband snores. He has r
Migraine and high blood pressure: Are they related?, Lifestyle News,Recurring migraine attacks can be a sign that you have high blood pressure. Here's how to know whether your migraines are related to high blood pressure. What is high blood pressure? Blood pressure is the pressure of our blood
MOH responds after caregivers of persons with special needs urge for empathy and clarity in Covid-19 testing, quarantine, Singapore News,The Ministry of Health (MOH) will improve Covid-19 testing procedures and quarantine processes for persons with special needs, after caregivers took to social medi
Sixth reported explosion in Texas: authorities, World News,CHICAGO – A sixth explosion was reported in the city of Austin, Texas late Tuesday, following a series of blasts that have so far killed two people, authorities said. Emergency officials said they were responding to a reported blast in the s
Fresh turmoil for Pakistan as Imran Khan dodges ouster, opposition vows fight, World News,ISLAMABAD – Pakistan's political turmoil deepened on Sunday (April 3), when Prime Minister Imran Khan avoided an attempt to oust him and sought fresh elections after dissolving parliament, a move the oppos
Police body-cam footage shows tense moments after Vegas shooting, World News,WASHINGTON – Police have released video footage of heavily armed officers storming the Las Vegas hotel room of the man behind the worst mass shooting in modern US history. The body-camera footage, which the Las Vegas Metrop
