Premium credit cards: Which gives high income earners the best value?, Money News,Premium credit cards come with premium price tags and perks. But are they worth your hard-earned money? Premium credit cards are fancy: they come with perks, benefits and all the bells and whistles that regular credit
'Miss you so much': Fans leave messages for Aloysius Pang on third death anniversary, Entertainment News,Yesterday (Jan 23) was the third anniversary of Aloysius Pang's death, and his friends and supporters have shown he is not forgotten. Fans are leaving messages for Aloysius in the
'I gave them a scolding the first time': Ang Mo Kio residents on HDB officers doing door-to-door visits regarding Sers, Singapore News,When Housing and Development Board (HDB) officers first paid a visit to her three-room unit in April, Tan admitted that it turned into a one-sided shouting
Daily roundup: Fire breaks out in Aljunied flat 'due to lit candle', 13 people evacuated from the block — and other top stories today, Asia News,Stay in the know with a recap of our top stories today. 1. Fire breaks out in Aljunied flat 'due to lit candle': 13 people evacuated fr
Daily roundup: Netizens laud 'kind angmo' who helped clean up incontinent elderly man in Geylang – and other top stories today , Singapore News,Stay in the know with a recap of our top stories today. 1. Netizens laud 'kind angmo' who helped clean up incontinent elderly man in Gey
5 things to do in Singapore this week: 4th to 10th March 2019, Singapore News,Dive into a new month with a series of parties at TUFF CLUB, Fort Canning Park, and even … Bukit Pasoh Road? If you're all about fitness, sweat it up with WeBarre at habitat by honestbee, then give your liver a workou
Okamoto condoms are now a battle anime series, Digital News,If you want to properly promote safe sex, you’ve got to take your audience by the balls and do a god job at it. In this case, why not make a full-on battle anime to spread the word? Okamoto Industries, the Japanese company best known for ma
Tips on being super productive at co-working spaces right here in Singapore, Lifestyle News,Co-working spaces have become the go-to for workers on the move and for rising entrepreneurs. Spaces have become even more useful, practical and curated. Co-working spaces may be convenient but not everyone c
Daily roundup: Playing bumper cars? Couple struggles to drive out of Bukit Timah carpark – and other top stories today, Singapore News,1. Playing bumper cars? Couple struggles to drive out of Bukit Timah carpark Time to go back to driving school? A couple were caught on video taking turns trying to
UK PM Johnson will face contempt probe, reigniting leadership doubts, World News,LONDON – British Prime Minister Boris Johnson suffered a blow to his authority on Thursday (April 21) when lawmakers triggered an investigation into whether he had misled parliament and an influential former ally called
Floor tiles suddenly pop at Bedok North coffee shop, Singapore News,Stomp contributor Anonymous and his wife were having their lunch at a coffee shop at Block 416 Bedok North Avenue 2 when all of a sudden, the tiles on the floor started popping up. The Stomp contributor was shocked when he saw this
Monkey with human-like face becomes internet sensation, China News,No, that's not a human being in a monkey suit. Photos and videos of this monkey with a human-looking face have gone viral in China. The 18-year-old resident of the Tianjin Zoo has become an internet sensation for its permanently
Lenovo wants to turn its tablets into smart displays for your smart home integration, Digital News,At Lenovo's Tech Life event during IFA 2019 in Berlin, Lenovo low-key announced some tablet updates. I say low-key because these aren't your typical flagship devices meant for mobile gaming o
Daily roundup: Ukrainian musicians in Seoul orchestra swap instruments for weapons and head home — and other top stories today, World News,Stay in the know with a recap of our top stories today. 1. Russian invasion: Ukrainian musicians in Seoul orchestra swap instruments for weapons and head home “I
Jeanette Aw breaks the internet, bakery website crashes before official launch, Lifestyle News,[UPDATE: May 27] Once Upon a Time’s bakes are sold out for the month of June, Jeanette shared in an Instagram update on Wednesday (May 26). “Also, a big thank you to all out there who tried to access my we
Student studying in Singapore scammed into staging own kidnapping by fake China policeman, Singapore News,SINGAPORE – A 15-year-old student was scammed into staging his own kidnapping on May 1, leading to his parents transferring 20,000 yuan (S$4,045) to a bank account in China. In a press statement
5 things to consider before skipping the property agent, Lifestyle News,Whilst it's common practice to engage a licensed agent for your property-related transactions, it's technically not a must-do in Singapore. In fact, there's a growing number of savvy homeowners or landlords who ha
Daily roundup: We put $2 Daiso makeup products to the test to see if it works – and other top stories today, Asia News,Stay in the know with a recap of our top stories today. 1. Feeling Fab: I put $2 Daiso makeup products to the test to see if it works Watch to find out which makeup product is worth
Liverpool in Singapore: Fans wait 8 hours to catch glimpse of football team at Ritz-Carlton Hotel, Singapore News,SINGAPORE – Eight hours. So highly anticipated was Liverpool's return to the Republic that fans started gathering outside the Ritz-Carlton Hotel at 10am, eight hours before their es
'Love doesn't know math': Cher reflects on relationship with boyfriend 40 years younger, Entertainment News,Cher has insisted \”love doesn't know math\” as she reflects on her relationship with Alexander Edwards. The singer recently confirmed she is in a relationship with her 36-ye
GE2020: RP's Charles Yeo declines Tan Min-Liang's offer of free Razer gear out of principle , Digital News,Charles Yeo’s time in the spotlight may be over, now that the general election’s done and dusted, but the 30-year-old Reform Party member still has fans rooting for him. The criminal
Tech entrepreneur Wendy Chen is a woman with a game plan, Digital News,At six years old, when other children were perfecting their ABCs, Wendy Chen was learning about data structures from her father. He wasn't intentionally grooming her into a tech wunderkind. Rather, it was his creative soluti
Daily roundup: Judge rejects man's claim that baby fell head-first, convicts him of murder — and other top stories today, Asia News,Stay in the know with a recap of our top stories today. 1. Judge rejects man's claim that baby fell head-first, convicts him of murder Justice Chionh found th
9 kitchen hacks that will help you waste literally less of everything, Lifestyle News,Make food last much longer with these easy kitchen hacks and make a big impact on how much you waste, how much you throw away and lower your grocery bills at the same time. 1. Start at the source One of the biggest
Daily roundup: GrabShoes? Man delivers food and steals customer's sneakers right after – and other top stories today, World News,Stay in the know with a recap of our top stories today. 1. GrabShoes? Man delivers food and steals customer's sneakers right after The thief was caught in the a
Jennifer Lopez closes Versace Milan show in that jungle dress, Entertainment News,MILAN – Pop star and actress Jennifer Lopez strutted down the Milan catwalk on Friday, closing the Versace fashion show in a recreation of the plunging jungle-themed gown she wore to the Grammy Awards nearly 20 years a
Singapore launches Covid-19 online symptom checker, Singapore News,An automated resource website specifically created to help people living in Singapore spot Coronavirus symptoms, and help them decide on what their next step should be based on the severity of their symptoms, the Singapore Covid-19 s
This ‘gaming’ hand massager is the most frivolous purchase one can add to their desk, Digital News,Bauhutte, the Japanese gaming furniture brand, has released another quirky and unexpected product — a gaming hand massager called the Hand Massager. Following the gaming bed and gaming onesie, the Hand
Aftershock upgrades its best-selling ultra-slim Vapor series with 17-inch Pro model, Digital News,Singapore-based PC manufacturer Aftershock PC is back with two new additions to its ultra-slim Vapor gaming laptops, following the success of last year's Aftershock Vapor 15 Pro. The first of the t
From hijabs to cosplay, Indonesian finds calling in cat fashion makeovers, Lifestyle News,BOGOR, Indonesia – It may not be haute couture, but former Indonesian school teacher-turned-tailor Fredi Lugina Priadi has found a lucrative market for his cat fashions, creating unique costumes and cosplay out
India reports more than 2,000 Covid-19 deaths in single day, Asia News,India reported more than 2,000 deaths from Covid-19 over the last 24 hours, the highest single-day tally for the country so far, health ministry data showed on Wednesday (April 21). Coronavirus infections also rose by a record, i
Realistic reasons why you should buy life insurance in your 20s (not 40s), Money News,The mid-20s is the age when the majority, if not all, Singaporeans start to be financially independent. It is this period when you have minimal savings, and have to start paying for your bills. Given that you’re pr
How to tell if you have scalpne and what to do about it, Lifestyle News,Just like the skin on your face and body, your scalp has pores that can get clogged and result in acne. These bumps can make even simple tasks like washing and combing your hair excruciatingly painful. There’s even a term for it
Stung by criticism over Diana, Britain's royals show common touch, World News,LONDON/EDINBURGH – The day after his mother, Britain's longest serving monarch, died, King Charles and his wife Camilla surprised well-wishers gathered outside Buckingham Palace in London by getting out of their
New year, new bod: 5 fitness trends that will shape 2020, Lifestyle News,Mirror, mirror on the wall, who'll be the fittest of them all? Your 2020 self, with any luck. As you kickstart a new year and work out your fitness resolutions (you know, the ones you forgot about last February), it's
Worrying sight: Large cracks on pillars and falling concrete appear at Tampines HDB block, Singapore News,SINGAPORE – Concrete has fallen off two pillars and exposed the reinforcing steel beams along the fourth floor corridor of Block 915 Tampines Street 91, causing worry among residents that the fa
Daily roundup: Singapore's ISD is monitoring gaming platforms for 'insidious activities' – and other top stories today, Singapore News,Stay in the know with a recap of our top stories today. 1. Singapore's ISD is monitoring gaming platforms for 'insidious activities' Si
How to take a like-worthy food photo for Instagram, Lifestyle News,Whether you’re a foodie or not, you’d surely have seen food photos on your Instagram feed as you scroll through the social media platform. Some look so pro that you suddenly find yourself craving for the food. Want to take such like-
Over 10,000 species risk extinction in Amazon, says landmark report, 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. SAO PAULO/BOGOTA – More than 10,000 species of plants and
How to protect my child on the internet: 5 tips to keep your child safe, Lifestyle News,It is no longer a rare sight to see children playing with an iPhone or an iPad and expertly using mobile apps like YouTube or Instagram. They are, after all, generation Z-the most technologically savvy age group.
No joke: Motorcycle babe in Japan stuns fans after taking off helmet, Asia News,A beautiful young woman with a passion for motorcycles may be just every biker's dream. But many following Japanese motorcycle babe Azusagakuyuki on Twitter were shocked to learn that 'she' is actually a &
'A moment of weakness': Joseph Schooling admits to consuming cannabis overseas, Singapore News,SINGAPORE – National swimmer Joseph Schooling has apologised for consuming cannabis after he confessed to taking the drug overseas in May, when he was on short-term disruption from full-time nati
Did Raymond Lam just propose to his girlfriend?, Entertainment News,Another popular celebrity might be off the market soon. Raymond Lam has reportedly proposed to girlfriend Carina Zhang on June 1 and plans to marry on Dec 8, his 40th birthday. According to Hong Kong media, the actor was filming the
Video exposes horrifying conditions in China mooncake factories, China News,It's Mid-Autumn season — the moon is out, the lanterns are bright and the mooncakes are aplenty. Mooncakes are a staple for Chinese families this time of the year, but do we know where they really come from? If you have
Winning in life? Japanese man, 47, marries his favourite idol, 20, Asia News,They say age is just a number, and love has no boundaries. All of the above seem to ring true for a couple in Japan, where a 27-year age gap proved no obstacle for a former idol in marrying a much-older fan. Singer Yuki Tom
Final Fantasy VII Remake Deluxe Edition and 1st Class Edition confirmed for release in Singapore, Digital News,Rejoice, Final Fantasy VII fans in Singapore! Square Enix has confirmed the release of all physical editions of the Final Fantasy VII Remake, including the Deluxe Edition and 1st Class Edit
Instagram to fight misinformation with fact-check allies, Digital News,Instagram on Monday went global in its fight against misinformation, making alliances with fact-checkers around the world to expose deception in shared photos or videos. The Facebook-owned social platform launched a fact-checking
WP's Terence Tan pays a visit to Pulau Ubin voters, catches netizen by surprise, Singapore News,For those who may not know, the islands of Singapore belong to constituencies too. And Pulau Ubin belongs to East Coast GRC, which Workers' Party (WP) member Terence Tan is contesting in. Tan ma
The WhatsApp policy change fiasco and does it really affect you?, Digital News,2021 seemed to start full of hope. We seemed to be getting the better of Covid-19, vaccines were being rolled out, we were into Phase 3, and there was even talk of being able to travel again through new travel bubble arra
Daily roundup: I had to help, says nurse who attended to Clarke Quay brawl victim — and other top stories today, Asia News,Stay in the know with a recap of our top stories today. 1. I had to help, says nurse who attended to Clarke Quay brawl victim When she heard a scream and saw blood on the walkwa
I dress up in my work outfits while WFH to see if it'll increase my productivity , Lifestyle News,\”Nothing brings to life again a forgotten memory like fragrance,\” so goes a quote by contemporary American poet-musician Christopher Poindexter. In my case, my senses were jolted in a sudden rude a
Telegram adds video call support to Android and iOS apps, Digital News,To celebrate its 7th anniversary, Telegram announced that its Android and iOS apps are able to support video calls. Available as an alpha version, video call can be initiated from a contact's profile page and can be switched
'Free money' for banks as investors pile into fractured gold market, Money News,LONDON – Banks are making huge profits from gold as investors flood into a market fractured by the coronavirus crisis. The world’s largest 50 investment banks are on track to double their income from precious m
Do 5G-ready smartphones matter in 2020?, Digital News,There's been a consistent wave of 5G-ready smartphones arriving on the shores of Singapore. We have Samsung, which brought the 5G-capable Galaxy S20 Ultra despite it not being the first 5G-capable phone in their stable. Huawei has their P40
Daily roundup: 2 pregnant women in Hong Kong who received BioNTech vaccine suffer miscarriages, but no link to jab confirmed as yet — and other top stories today, Asia News,Stay in the know with a recap of our top stories today. 1. 2 pregnant women in Hong Kong who received BioNTech vaccine suffer m
Astell & Kern offers its take on true wireless earbuds with the UW100, Digital News,Astell & Kern’s (AK) UW100 is another attempt to show that true wireless earbuds have a place amongst those who value audio quality. With its recognisable ‘light and shadow’ deco motif on a pentagonal shaped hous
What to expect at the Hermes Kellymorphose exhibition in Singapore, Lifestyle News,The Hermès Kellymorphose collection is whimsical, thoughtful and simply divine. Designed by Pierre Hardy, this collection reimagines emblematic features of the maison’s iconic Kelly bag into highly covetable, artistic
'Focus, everything else is noise': Jackson Wang responds to prostitution rumours with cryptic tweets, Entertainment News,Rumours are circulating on the internet of Jackson Wang's involvement in Chinese actor Li Yifeng's sex scandal, which saw the latter detained by Beijing police
Feeling Fab: I try on workout clothes from Taobao, Lifestyle News,Feeling Fab is a series where we follow model and content creator Rachell Ng as she embarks on a journey towards a better her. She doesn't claim to be an expert, but the fitness and beauty junkie is up for anything that will make
DBS/POSB and MOE to expand digital payments access in schools, Digital News,By 2025, all Singaporean primary and secondary schools, junior colleges, and Millennia Institute will have access to contactless and digital payments. That's because DBS/POSB and the Ministry of Education (MOE) today an
Prince Andrew sex abuse suit dismissed; UK says no public funds in settlement, World News,A US judge on Tuesday (March 8) ordered the dismissal of Virginia Giuffre’s lawsuit accusing Britain’s Prince Andrew of sexually abusing her when she was underage, as Britain’s finance ministry confirmed that n
Daily roundup: Study suggests even moderate alcohol consumption shrinks your brain — and other top stories today, Singapore News,Stay in the know with a recap of our top stories today. 1. Even moderate alcohol consumption shrinks your brain, study suggests Those of you who gave up alcohol – or tried
Wife of local actor Benjamin Heng dies, Entertainment News,SINGAPORE – The wife of Singaporean actor Benjamin Heng, Michelle Ng, died in her sleep last Saturday. She was in her early 40s. She was cremated on Tuesday at Mandai Crematorium. Heng, who is in his early 40s, announced her death on Faceboo
Leon Jay Williams’ 7-year-old daughter called ugly. He bites back, Entertainment News,No parent would want to see their child being insulted. So, it isn't surprising that Leon Jay Williams' fatherly instincts kicked in after he found out that a Chinese article had called his seven-year-old
Daily roundup: Taiwanese actor Will Liu faced ban from Douyin because his chest was 'mistaken' for women's breasts – and other top stories today, Asia News,Stay in the know with a recap of our top stories today. 1. Chest 'mistaken' for women's breasts: Taiwanese actor W
Stefanie Sun apologises after son sits on public statue, gets slammed for 'lack of class', Entertainment News,Singer Stefanie Sun has apologised for her son after posting a photo of him sitting on a statue at a public park. The photo had been criticised by some netizens for the boy’s appar
Daily roundup: What derailed the Singapore-Malaysia high-speed link? — and other top stories today, World News,Stay in the know with a recap of our top stories today. 1. What derailed the Singapore-Malaysia high-speed link, and where now for neighbours' troubled relationship? With the Singapore
Daily roundup: R.chord Hsieh says ex-wife Keanna Taiyh cheated on her boyfriend with me – and other top stories today, Asia News,Stay in the know with a recap of our top stories today. 1. R.chord Hsieh spills more tea: Ex-wife Keanna Taiyh cheated on her boyfriend with me It's been quiet the la
Daily roundup: 24 auspicious plants to buy for Chinese New Year — and other top stories today, Singapore News,Stay in the know with a recap of our top stories today. 1. 24 auspicious plants to buy for Chinese New Year Flower blossoms are believed to bring fortune, according to a popular Chinese sayi
August birthstone: Peridot jewellery to get for your birth month, Lifestyle News,This birthstone may not be as common as your usual diamonds and rubies, but it definitely makes for a rare piece to add to your collection. For those who are born in August, you'll be glad to know that the month ha
Australian 'megablaze' brought under control, World News,Exhausted firefighters said they had finally brought Australia's largest \”megablaze\” under control Monday, as wet weather promised to deliver much-needed respite for countryside ravaged by bushfires. New South Wales firefighters
More Russian men look to avoid military service, some lawyers and rights groups say, World News,LONDON – Danila Davydov said he left Russia within weeks of the Kremlin sending troops into Ukraine because he feared having to fight in a war he doesn't support. The 22-year-old digital artist who h
Video game giant Embracer Group buys floundering Dark Horse Comics, Digital News,Embracer Group has been on a shopping spree lately, and the latest of their purchases include comic book publisher, Dark Horse Comics. The indie comics publisher has published classics such as Hellboy, 300, and The Umbr
NZ troops land on volcano in daring body retrieval mission, World News,A team of elite New Zealand soldiers landed on the volatile White Island volcano Friday, on a perilous mission to retrieve bodies left when an eruption hit visiting tour groups earlier this week, police said. AFP witnessed two mi
That viral shot of Lamborghini cars in Punggol? They're fund-raising for Children's Day, Digital News,The deep engine roars and flashy chassis of Lamborghini sports cars — over 40 of ‘em, even — would’ve looked awfully out of place in the HDB heartlands of Punggol, but it’s an annual affai
Daily roundup: Accessories to make mask-wearing more comfortable and stylish – and other top stories today, Singapore News,Stay in the know with a recap of our top stories today. 1. Up your face mask game: 'Lanyards' and other accessories to make mask-wearing more comfortable and stylish W
Konami rebrands PES as eFootball, makes it digital-only free-to-play game, Digital News,Konami has officially renamed their Pro Evolution Soccer series to eFootball, which will be completely revamped with new modes and cross-platform play, in addition to being digital-only and free to play. Formerly
Christopher Lee, Fann Wong mark wedding anniversary on social media, Entertainment News,SINGAPORE – Local power couple Fann Wong and Christopher Lee celebrated their 11th wedding anniversary with flowers and kisses. The couple, both 49, married on Sept 29, 2009 in a glitzy ceremony at the Shangri-La
I tried fixing my home's wonky internet connection. Here's how it turned out with Google Nest Wifi, Digital News,Working from home would be a lot better if it didn't coincide with the closure of schools, but otherwise, things have been pretty smooth. Aside from the minor tech hiccups,
Food delivery rider claims he made $8,500 in one month – is that even possible?, Singapore News,A photo of a food delivery rider's calculation of his alleged monthly earnings, at an eye-popping $8,500 in March 2022 has raised some eyebrows of late. As a rough comparison, the average NTU Medicin
Jogger screams for help as otters chase after her at West Coast Park, Singapore News,They heard her screams for help, but those who visited West Coast Park last Friday (July 22) evening could only watch on helplessly while a woman was chased by a bevy of angry otters. In an interview with Shin Min D
Daily roundup: Money Heist Korea — Joint Economic Area's Park Hae-soo says he's like a traffic light — and other top stories today, World News,Stay in the know with a recap of our top stories today. 1. Money Heist: Korea —Joint Economic Area's Park Hae-soo says he's like a traffi
Stripping naked for masks: German doctors protest lack of protective gear, World News,BERLIN – German doctors have posed naked online to protest a shortage of protective masks and gowns, which they say puts them at greater risk of catching the coronavirus. The health workers' nude pictures, wit
Xbox Game Pass Ultimate for Singapore drops to $13.99 per month from April, Digital News,We’re said before back in 2020 that the Xbox Game Pass is the “Netflix for Video Games” and it still remains as such till now. Wondering how the Xbox Game Pass compares to PlayStation Plus and which one gives be
Daily roundup: 'Breathe the fresh air, my friend'; Singaporeans celebrate further easing of Covid-19 rules — and other top stories today, Singapore News,Stay in the know with a recap of our top stories today. 1. 'Breathe the fresh air, my friend': Singaporeans celebrate further e
Daily roundup: Aloysius Pang's final film The Antique Shop gets Dec 1 release date — and other top stories today, Singapore News,1. Aloysius Pang’s final film The Antique Shop gets Dec 1 release date Horror movie The Antique Shop finally has a Singapore release date. Fans can watch Aloysius Pan
It's possible to drill a hole through AirTags to attach your own keyring, Digital News,The good folks at iFixit have gotten hold of an AirTag and have promptly experimented on it. Apart from the usual X-rays and teardown, they also attempted to drill a hole through to it to make it easier to ha
Singtel launches its 5G trial with 1Gbps+ speeds, Digital News,Shortly after StarHub launched its 5G trial network, Singtel is also here with its trial 5G. In Singtel's version, they're offering up to 1Gbps real-world speeds and higher in just several areas in Singapore such as Harbourfron
Replay retro 90s Sonic, X-Men and Transformers Tiger LCD games from Hasbro, Digital News,Its time to take a stroll down memory lane with a game in hand as Hasbro has announced that it will be bringing back four new versions of its classic Tiger Electronics LCD handheld games from the '90s. Much
OCS shorts for CNY? Man confused by SAF apparel advertised for Shopee's CNY sale, Singapore News,With Chinese New Year around the corner, many of us would be busy deciding what to wear when we visit our relatives (within the five-pax limit, of course). TikTok user Pale.nerves, however, came acr
Touring Pasir Ris: By the sea 'freehold' condominiums for under $2 million (and above 2,000 sq ft), Money News,A while back, I wrote about freehold waterfront condos at Balestier (most waterfront properties in Singapore are 99-years leasehold in nature). The feedback from my Mom, who grew
Gossip mill: Xu Bin felt pressure replacing late Aloysius Pang in drama – and other entertainment news this week, Entertainment News,XU BIN FELT PRESSURE WHEN REPLACING LATE BUDDY ALOYSIUS PANG IN DRAMA When filming his latest drama, Victory Lap, Singapore actor Xu Bin has had to compete with the mu
Daily roundup: Singaporean arrested after dancing naked on streets in Thailand – and other top stories today, Singapore News,Stay in the know with a recap of our top stories today. 1. Singaporean arrested after dancing naked on streets in Thailand When he went out drinking on Sunday (Oct 4) night, h
Subaru debuts the all-new 2022 WRX, Lifestyle News,The fifth-generation rally-bred icon features a 2.4-litre turbocharged boxer engine producing 271hp, and all-new styling. Subaru has announced their all-new 2022 WRX, which is touted to have the most advanced features, design, and performance in the
Tired of food delivery? Try these 6 simple tricks to enjoy cooking again, Lifestyle News,We all want good, healthy food that’s easy to get our hands on. Hence the popularity of food delivery, not to mention the wide variety available at just a click of a button. But it’s no secret that home-cooked f
These are the long weekends in 2021, Lifestyle News,No one can say for sure if there will be as many travel restrictions next year but that doesn’t mean we shouldn’t still bother to maximise our leave days, particularly when the minimum legal requirement of annual leave entitlement for employees in
48-year-old man dies after getting caught in fire at Jurong East flat, Singapore News,SINGAPORE – A 48-year-old man has died after a flat in Jurong East caught fire in the early hours of Tuesday morning (Aug 16). Firefighters arrived at the flat at about 2.50am, and forced their way into the smoke-f
Daily roundup: Rogue car spotted in Terengganu airport – and other top stories today, Asia News,Stay in the know with a recap of our top stories today. 1. Just landed? Rogue car spotted in Terengganu airport Flying cars may not be a thing yet, but that certainly didn't stop one woman in Malaysi
Back to school: Immunity boosting foods and herbs for young children, Lifestyle News,In the face of the coronavirus, many of us worry about our elderly parents and young children as they belong to the more vulnerable groups. And now that the kids are heading back to school with Phase 1 of post-circu
Daily roundup: Can't finish your fries? Turn your carton into a spill-proof box with this simple TikTok hack — and other top stories today, World News,Stay in the know with a recap of our top stories today. 1. Can't finish your fries? Turn your carton into a spill-proof box with this simpl
Daily roundup: Bus passengers pull down masks to eat ice cream and taunt driver – and other top stories today, Singapore News,Stay in the know with a recap of our top stories today. 1. 'Drive carefully can or not?' Bus passengers pull down masks to eat ice cream, taunt driver One of the wo
Dell's new Precision 5470 is a ultraportable workstation with a Core i9 processor and Nvidia RTX A1000 graphics, Digital News,Dell has just unveiled its new Precision 5000 series of mobile workstations. These notebooks feature Intel's new 12th-generation \”Alder Lake\” Core processors and sl
Daily roundup: Indonesian man threatens construction worker with airsoft gun for disturbing Zoom meeting — and other top stories today, Asia News,Stay in the know with a recap of our top stories today. 1. Indonesian man threatens construction worker with airsoft gun for disturbing Zoom meeting Frust
Daily roundup: BTS' Jin seems to confirm military enlistment date after leak – and other top stories today, Singapore News,Stay in the know with a recap of our top stories today. 1. 'You shouldn't go to the training centre': BTS' Jin seems to confirm military enlistment date
Audio-driven puzzle game OPUS: Echo of Starsong is a visual and aural magnum opus, Digital News,Makers of OPUS: Rocket of Whispers and OPUS: The Day We Found Earth, SIGONO, is releasing their all-new audio and story-driven puzzle game in the form of OPUS: Echo of Starsong. OPUS: Echo of Starsong fol
AGC refers case of possible misconduct by lawyer Lee Suet Fern to Law Society, Singapore News,SINGAPORE – The Attorney-General's Chambers (AGC) has referred a case to the Law Society over possible misconduct by Mrs Lee Suet Fern, the daughter-in-law of founding prime minister Lee Kuan Yew, in p
Beating, homesickness: Tough path to the top for Georgian sumo star, World News,The sumo champion hauls his giant frame from the ground, sand and clay caking his sweaty back and fury flashing from his eyes as he chastises himself for his defeat. His 178-kilogramme (392-pound) body and white mawashi,
Zhang Ziyi delivers a healthy baby boy, Entertainment News,Is it a boy? Is it a girl? The million-dollar question surrounding Zhang Ziyi's second pregnancy has finally gotten an answer after she announces the birth of her second child in a Weibo post last Friday (Jan 3). \”On Jan 1, 2020, my lif
Mum and co-founder of Lunch Actually Singapore tested positive for Covid-19, Singapore News,\”I am case 667. No, this is not a belated April's Fool joke,\” was what Violet Lim, Co-founder of Lunch Actually-one of Asia's leading online dating services-started off in her recent Facebook post,
Netflix's The Queen's Gambit not returning for season 2, Entertainment News,Checkmate. Netflix's hit series The Queen's Gambit has taken home 11 Emmys, including Outstanding Limited of Anthology Series, but it won't be bringing back a second season. Much to fans' dismay
Meet the man who chartered SIA jets for sky-high joyrides in the 80s, Lifestyle News,SINGAPORE – Mr Albert See, 81, loves flights to nowhere. These no-destination jaunts are now capturing the imagination, but the tour agency veteran was a proponent long before the pandemic. He chartered new jumbo je
Chen Hanwei 'stunned like vegetable' by messy homeowners on new reality show, Entertainment News,Chen Hanwei ain't Marie Kondo and he clearly isn't trying to imitate the decluttering guru on the new Channel 8 variety show, House Everything. House Everything is a home-improvement
Daily roundup: From dragon boating to skating on stage, Temasek Polytechnic graduates find creative ways to say their goodbyes – and other top stories today, Asia News,Stay in the know with a recap of our top stories today. 1. From dragon boating to skating on stage, Temasek Polytechnic graduates fi
China races against the clock to build virus hospitals, China News,Hundreds of workers are toiling around the clock at the site of a field hospital that China is racing to build within days to treat a rapidly growing number of patients stricken by a deadly virus. The outline of a floor began to take
Daily roundup: Work out using toilet rolls if you want to avoid the gym – and other top stories today, Singapore News,Stay in the know with a recap of our top stories today. 1. Work out using toilet rolls and other items from home if you want to avoid the gym during this coronavirus outbreak Here ar
Daily roundup: Love, Bonito releases limited-edition pastel mahjong set – and other top stories today, Singapore News,Stay in the know with a recap of our top stories today. 1. Love, Bonito releases limited-edition pastel mahjong set; only 150 sets available islandwide The Lunar New Year is just a f
It's a boy for Shawn Yue and wife, Entertainment News,Hong Kong actor Shawn Yue and his wife Sarah Wang have welcomed a bouncing baby boy. Wang, 29, delivered the 3.2kg baby via Caesarean section in a Hong Kong private hospital on Thursday (May 10) afternoon, Apple Daily reported. The excited a
Daily roundup: I try $2 Daiso beauty products – and other top stories today, Asia News,Stay in the know with a recap of our top stories today. 1. I try $2 Daiso beauty products and these items are definitely going into my makeup stash To find out if there's a difference between expensive versus
This Singaporean is a billionaire thanks to mobile video games and online shopping, Digital News,For many kids who spent the majority of their childhood with a game controller in their hands, getting paid to play video games definitely sounds like a pipe dream. Not all of those dreams come true, eve
'The Upside Down': Pipe leakage in Peninsula Shopping Centre reminds netizens of Stranger Things, Singapore News,Is this the Upside Down or Peninsula Shopping Centre? Don't worry, Vecna's not coming to town. In a TikTok video posted by Febsatulapan on Monday (July 25), black liqu
Internet Explorer gravestone goes viral in South Korea, Asia News,SEOUL – For Jung Ki-young, a South Korean software engineer, Microsoft's decision to retire its Internet Explorer web browser marked the end of a quarter-century love-hate relationship with the technology. To commemorate its demi
South Americans marvel at total solar eclipse, World News,A rare total solar eclipse plunged a vast swath of Latin America's southern cone into darkness Tuesday, briefly turning day into night and enthralling huge crowds in much of Chile and Argentina. Hundreds of thousands of people — includi
Thai police arrest gunman for killing ex-wife at shopping mall, Asia News,BANGKOK – A man killed his ex-wife and wounded another person at a shopping centre in Bangkok on Tuesday, police said, just 10 days after a mass shooting at another mall in Thailand's northeast. The man had gone into a be
Daily roundup: What you need to know about GST vouchers for 2020 – and other top stories today, Asia News,Stay in the know with a recap of our top stories today. 1. How much in GST vouchers will I be getting in 2020? Eligible Singaporeans can look forward to subsidies and support given under this sc
Huawei's new Super Device feature will let its products work more closely and seamlessly with one another, Digital News,With the prevalence of different technologies like notebooks, tablets and phones in our lives, companies are attempting to seamlessly connect their products for ease of use. H
SpaceX Starship rocket prototype nails landing… then blows up, Digital News,The third time appeared to be the charm for Elon Musk’s Starship rocket – until it wasn’t. The latest heavy-duty launch vehicle prototype from SpaceX soared flawlessly into the sky in a high-altitude test blast-off on Wedn
Hong Kong shops defy ban on trade in pangolin scales, Asia News,HONG KONG – On a winding Hong Kong street where shops keep a dizzying array of dried produce, one highly valued ingredient is still being sold despite being subject to an international ban: deep-fried scales of endangered pangolins. The
Gossip mill: Squid Game villain Heo Sung-tae suffering repercussions from 17kg weight gain for hit Netflix series — and other entertainment news this week, Entertainment News,Squid Game villain Heo Sung-tae suffering repercussions from 17kg weight gain for hit Netflix series South Korean actor Heo S
Watch now: Are you and your family in this second version of the Home music video?, Entertainment News,UPDATED: 10.30pm If you and your family took part in the mass singalong, watch this second version of Home to see if you're in it! It's probably been a while since any of us had a karaoke
Unique District 10 Jalan Jelita bungalow for sale for $20.5m by private offer, Money News,A District 10 bungalow at Jalan Jelita has just been offered for sale for $20.5m. At $3,402 psf, the property is accepting private offers and sits in an extremely exclusive neighbourhood, shared Kevin Lim, Chie
Daily roundup: Malaysian man loses over 50kg on keto diet – and other top stories today, Asia News,Stay in the know with a recap of our top stories today. 1. Malaysian man loses over 50kg on keto diet and one meal a day It seemed an uphill task, but overweight musician Muhammad Helmi Shahuddin kept
How do I choose the right BTO at Bidadari? , Lifestyle News,Hi Stacked Team! As a first-timer, I have some questions about choosing the right BTO. My partner and I have been recently invited to select a flat for the Toa Payoh/Bidadari exercise and we were hoping to get some insights as to what you g
Ian Fang, Shane Pow and other young celebs we never thought would become F&B towkays , Lifestyle News,Noticed your favourite local star missing in action for a while? Or perhaps you've scrolled past an Instagram plug of their latest side-hustle. These days, celebrities in Singapore seem to wear
Daily roundup: Couple heading to wedding in Krabi make pit stop to help injured motorcyclist – and other top stories today, Asia News,Stay in the know with a recap of our top stories today. 1. Couple heading to wedding in Krabi make pit stop to help injured motorcyclist They were passing by the scen
Daily roundup: How much is your child's allowance? Parents share how much they give their kids – and other top stories today, Asia News,Stay in the know with a recap of our top stories today. 1. How much is your child's allowance? Parents share how much they give their kids Many parents se
Which is a better buy?: Frasers Centrepoint Trust vs Starhill Global REIT, Money News,The Covid-19 pandemic has negatively impacted retail REITs by varying degrees. During the circuit breaker from April to early June, malls have been forced to temporarily shut. When Phases I and II of safe reopening
This is why your foundation is pilling & how you can stop it, Lifestyle News,If you’ve experienced foundation pilling in the past (or even currently), you’ll know it’s a frustrating process. Especially if it prompts you to start over with your skincare and makeup routine to get the base right again.
Daily roundup: American YouTuber enjoys 'exotic Asian meats' at Chinatown Complex — and other top stories today, Singapore News,1. American YouTuber enjoys 'exotic Asian meats' at Chinatown Complex, Singaporeans react The food we eat every day at our hawker centres may seem nothi
British singer Ed Sheeran gets engaged to school friend, Entertainment News,LONDON – British singer/songwriter Ed Sheeran said on Saturday he is engaged to long-time friend Cherry Seaborn, whom he first met at school at the age of 11. \”Got myself a fiance just before new year,\” he wrote on an Instag
10 million population not a goal but a planning parameter: Liu Thai Ker, Singapore News,The 10 million population number was always a planning parameter and not a target for Singapore, said former chief planner Liu Thai Ker. In an interview with Chinese daily Lianhe Zaobao published on Friday (July
5 common misconceptions of home renovations, Lifestyle News,Whether you're hoping to improve your flat's aesthetics or accommodate your growing family, renovation projects can be exciting. Before you start a home renovation project, it is important to make sure you're fully prepared.
A sick couple rushed to marry in UK Covid ward. Now they have a second chance, World News,MILTON KEYNES, England – British couple Elizabeth Kerr and Simon O’Brien had been planning to marry in June. Then Covid-19 struck. Both contracted the disease and were rushed to Milton Keynes University Hospita
God of War: Ragnarok hammers in Nov 9 release date, Digital News,It is now official. Following months of speculation and seemingly no sound, Santa Monica Studio has broken the silence on God Of War: Ragnarok, setting a November 9 release date for the next adventure for Kratos and Atreus. [embed]http
Daily roundup: ‘Ownself check ownself’ is a virtue, says Ong Ye Kung – and other top stories today, Singapore News,Stay in the know with a recap of our top stories today. 1. 'Ownself check ownself' is a virtue: Ong Ye Kung on ensuring an effective state A two-party political system, such a
Amid pressure, Nestle suspends brands in Russia, including KitKat, Nesquik, World News,LONDON — Nestle said on Wednesday (March 23) it will halt several non-essential brands including KitKat chocolate and Nesquik in Russia, in an unprecedented move amid pressure on the world's top consumer good
Daily roundup: Secondary school discipline master takes upskirt videos of colleagues and students – and other top stories today, Singapore News,Stay in the know with a recap of our top stories today. 1. No self-discipline? Secondary school discipline master takes upskirt videos of colleagues and stu
Saints Row The Third Remastered free this week on Epic Games Store, Digital News,With the announcement of the Saints Row reboot, Epic Games Store is giving away Saints Row The Third Remastered for free. After all, the reboot will only be released on Feb 25, 2022. What better way to make the wait mor
IBM to acquire software company Red Hat for US$34 billion, Business Wires News,IBM Corp said on Sunday it had agreed to acquire US software company Red Hat Inc for $34 billion (S$46.9 billion), including debt, as it seeks to diversify its technology hardware and consulting business into higher-margi
Daily roundup: 2 arrested after victim told to hand $1m in cash to Chinese official impersonator – and other top stories today, Asia News,Stay in the know with a recap of our top stories today. 1. 2 women arrested after victim told to hand $1m in cash to scammer impersonating Chinese official Thinki
Actress Meixin goes from crying every day to starring alongside Elvin Ng, Entertainment News,When people tell her that they want to be a star, Meixin would ask: \”Why do you want to be a celebrity? Is it because of the fame? Is it because of the money?\” Because it's not easy to be one and she kn
BMW M135i gets tweaked suspension and bold new colours, Lifestyle News,BMW has updated its M135i performance hatchback for increased handling and more standout style. To start, the car now gets new camber values for its front wheels. These have been increased to optimise absorption of lateral forces
Hong Kong singer Gillian Chung dispels rumours her marriage is on the rocks, Entertainment News,Hong Kong singer-actress Gillian Chung and her husband, Taiwanese doctor Michael Lai, have further dispelled rumours that their marriage is on the rocks. Chung, 38, married Dr Lai officially last December
Tom Hanks announces he has coronavirus, Entertainment News,Los Angeles – Tom Hanks and his wife Rita Wilson have both tested positive for coronavirus, the US actor said Wednesday. Hanks, 63, said he and Wilson came down with a fever while in Australia, where he is reportedly filming a new movie abou
Got promoted at work? Here are 4 tips for managing your colleagues, Lifestyle News,While a promotion at work is good cause for celebration, there’s no denying that going from co-worker to superior also translates to a change in relationship dynamics with your colleagues Want to gain their support an
Freehold condo The Beaumont launched for collective sale, Money News,The Beaumont, a freehold residential development opposite TripleOne Somerset, is up for public tender from Dec 10 onwards, according to their exclusive marketing agent Savills. The development comprises 64 units spread across a fiv
Not sure if you want Huawei devices right now? These mobile phones are great alternatives, Digital News,Huawei has had highly rated phones in the past but with all the uncertainty surrounding their company after the Trump ban, you might be considering some other mobile phone options. Here is a handp
Apple celebrates MLK day with full page dedication,Apple commemorates US federal holiday Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. day with a full-page tribute to the civil rights leader. On its official Apple.com …
Beamless flats to be piloted in Tengah BTO flats, Singapore News,SINGAPORE – A beamless flat design will be trialled in two Build-To-Order (BTO) projects in Tengah which will be launched in November. This will give residents greater flexibility to configure the layout of their flat, compared with cu
Attacked for gender, not views: HK women protesters facing online troll army, Digital News,Rape threats, body-shaming and doctored photos – women supporting the protests in Hong Kong said they are being harassed online by suspected pro-Beijing trolls. Hundreds of thousands of demonstrators have take
Vietnamese flock to festival, shrugging off Covid-19 risk, Asia News,PHU THO, VIETNAM – Thousands of people scaled the steps of a mountain temple in northern Vietnam on Tuesday (April 20) to burn incense sticks and make spiritual offerings, shrugging off concerns about the Covid-19 risks as outbreak
Daily roundup: Worker saves child standing on window ledge of Hougang HDB flat — and other top stories today, Singapore News,Stay in the know with a recap of our top stories today. 1. Worker saves child standing on window ledge of Hougang HDB flat The child is seen standing on the ledge outside a fl
'Now I have no nails, no manicure and no money': Woman left disappointed after $317 manicure, Singapore News,A woman was left sorely disappointed when the manicure she received was far from her expectations. Stomp contributor Audrey shared with Stomp that she visited Nailz Haus to get a ma
Daily roundup: Man's attempt to shame overtaking driver backfires – and other top stories today, Asia News,Stay in the know with a recap of our top stories today. 1. Man's attempt to shame overtaking driver backfires as netizens blast him for road-hogging Netizens watched both clips and de
Stranger Things spin-off: Duffer Brothers looking for new creators, to be '1000% different', Entertainment News,A Stranger Things spinoff might be happening, but it won't come from the Duffer Brothers. Fresh off the release of volume two episodes of Stranger Things season four, creato
Omakase Burger opens at Toa Payoh coffeeshop with lower prices; more pop-ups in the works, Lifestyle News,Fans of homegrown burger brand Omakase Burger who live in Toa Payoh can now get their fill of burgers and fries without travelling to Orchard Road. The brand has opened a pop-up stall, Omakase B
As America counts, the world holds its breath for US election outcome, World News,LONDON/LAGOS/SARAJEVO – A day after Americans voted in a bitterly contested election, the rest of the world was none the wiser on Wednesday, with millions of votes still to count, the race too close to call and a mount
How to help your toddler get rid of pacifier habit , Lifestyle News,How do you help your toddler get rid of her pacifier habit? She’s so addicted to the pacifier that she won’t put it down, even at night. You know that she’s old enough not to need it as a comfort object, but how do you wean her off
Anyhow whack? 4 men seen harvesting rambutans using pole in Clementi, Singapore News,First durians, now rambutans. Days after people were spotted collecting durians in Mandai and Yishun, four men were seen picking rambutans in Clementi. Last Saturday (July 10), the quartet was photographed doing so
Hot pink mess: MsPuiyi crashes her Porsche, slapped with fine after police report , Lifestyle News,Is it us or do good things never last? Whether you are savouring the first few moments of a fresh-out-of-the-box iPhone or spanking new paint job on your car, it doesn't take long for that dreaded
Xiaomi eighth official store opens shop in Northpoint City, Yishun on July 17, Digital News,Good things can happen to Yishun too. Come July 17, 2021, Xiaomi will officially open its eighth official Mi store in NorthPoint City suburban shopping mall (the mall attached to Yishun MRT). According to Xia
Daily roundup: Singaporean says pickpockets stole $1,700 and credit cards from her at Bangkok's Erawan Shrine – and other top stories today, Singapore News,1. Singaporean says pickpockets stole $1,700 and credit cards from her at Bangkok's Erawan Shrine A Singaporean tourist lost $1,700 in
Buying or leasing a car: Which one is cheaper?, Singapore News,While the status quo of transportation in Singapore is public transport, cars still make up a considerable portion of travel. But cars are no affordable alternative to public transportation as purchasing a car often requires a six-figure
Daily roundup: I tried this viral TikTok 'carbonara' ramen hack, here's the instant noodle brand that tasted the best — and other top stories today, World News,Stay in the know with a recap of our top stories today. 1. I tried this viral TikTok 'carbonara' ramen hack on 4 di
Daily roundup: Taiwanese math teacher gives hardcore calculus lessons on Pornhub – and other top stories today, Singapore News,Stay in the know with a recap of our top stories today. 1. No joke: Taiwanese math teacher gives hardcore calculus lessons on Pornhub Dressed nondescriptly in a plain t-shir
Transformers 7 movie officially titled Rise of the Beasts, Entertainment News,In a virtual showcase by Paramount today, producer Lorenzo di Bonaventura and director Steven Caple Jr. revealed the title to the upcoming Transformers movie, Transformers: Rise of the Beast. Starring Anthony Ramos (In The
Family of 3 spotted on Vespa sparks concern among Singapore netizens, Singapore News,A family that spends time together, stays together, but perhaps one family might have taken that saying literally after going out for a spin on one Vespa, together. In a video uploaded on Dec 9 to Facebook page Sing
Gossip mill: Jay Chou and Hannah Quinlivan donate $589,000 to fight Wuhan virus – and other entertainment news this week, Entertainment News,JAY CHOU AND HANNAH QUINLIVAN DONATE NT$13 MILLION TO FIGHT WUHAN VIRUS Jay Chou and his wife Hannah Quinlivan are one of the latest celebrities to join the fi
Book a dome dining experience under the stars for free at Capitol Singapore and Chijmes , Lifestyle News,You may have seen igloo-like domes outside Capitol Singapore recently, with people dining or playing board games inside, and it looked like quite the Instagrammable experience to have. However, t
How to cop Blackpink Jennie's high-waisted denim looks , Lifestyle News,In fashion, everything that's old is new again. And like most trends in the 90s and 2000s, high-waisted denim jeans are currently making a comeback. Unlike its predecessors, however, the latest iteration of high-waiste
Buffets are back, but self-service still not allowed under Covid-19 measures, Singapore News,SINGAPORE – Buffets are making a comeback, with safety measures in place, more than a year after they were taken off the menu since the circuit breaker period kicked in on April 7 last year to stem the sprea
Who should be cast in the Crazy Rich Asians sequel?, Entertainment News,Crazy Rich Asians is a box-office triumph and its success has prompted producers at Warner Brothers to give the green light for a sequel. WOOHOO! The new cast is yet to be confirmed for the sequel, but if the adaptation of China
Jamie Chua cried for 4 days after losing her $30,000 Cartier earring, Lifestyle News,Singaporeans might be familiar with socialite Jamie Chua for having one of the world's largest collections of Hermes handbags, but did you know about her love for jewellery as well? Showing off her extensive co
Japan to keep foreign spectators away from Tokyo Olympics, Kyodo says, Asia News,TOKYO – Japan has decided to stage this summer’s Tokyo Olympics and Paralympics without overseas spectators due to public concern about Covid-19, Kyodo news agency said on Tuesday (March 9), citing officials with knowle
Ase Wang pregnant after first attempt at IVF, Entertainment News,Showing off her baby bump while currently vacationing in Koh Samui, Thailand, Singaporean actress-model Ase Wang is on the fast track to becoming a mother. The 38-year-old, who previously opened up to the media that she had frozen her
'Urban mining' in S.Korea pulls rare battery materials from recycled tech, Asia News,GUNSAN, South Korea – Workers at a rural South Korean factory are busy extracting some of the world's most coveted metals, used in the batteries that power electric cars. But they're not digging
These eyebrow mistakes are making you look older, Lifestyle News,A well-groomed set of eyebrows can help to frame your face and bring out your best features, but when they are too sparse, too dark, or over-dramatic, they can detract more than complement. Like the rest of your body, your brows can un
Daily roundup: Tekka Market stallholders live-streaming to sell their wares – and other top stories today, Asia News,Stay in the know with a recap of our top stories today. 1. Badly hit by circuit breaker, Tekka Market stallholders are live-streaming to sell their wares Tekka Market, the country’s o
Here's what you need to know when dyeing your hair at home, Lifestyle News,The Lunar New Year is right around the corner, and if you didn’t secure a booking with a salon or want to avoid the CNY price hike, you’ve come to the right place. Dyeing your hair at home is challenging, to say the leas
Daily roundup: Pregnant woman in China fined $99 for throwing hot soup at 'noisy' baby – and other top stories today, World News,Stay in the know with a recap of our top stories today. 1. Pregnant woman in China fined $99 for throwing hot soup at 'noisy' baby The 28-year-old'
Daily roundup: Why PM Lee Hsien Loong's Nehru comments hit a raw nerve in India — and other top stories today, Asia News,Stay in the know with a recap of our top stories today. 1. Why PM Lee Hsien Loong's Nehru comments hit a raw nerve in India “I was surprised at why he should comment at
Hugging important for children's growth and development, says study, Lifestyle News,Everyone loves a little cuddle. It seems to diffuse any issues your kids had 15 minutes ago and fills them up with warm, fuzzy feelings. There’s a good reason to keep hugging your children too, as a slew of stud
It's all about family: GE2020 candidates share heartwarming stories of family support during this campaign period, Singapore News,Campaigning is tough work. There's lots of ground to cover if they want to meet most, if not all, the residents in their constituency, so much so that some cand
'Alien-looking' Aaron Kwok in live-stream video shocks fans, Entertainment News,Aaron Kwok, is that you? The Hong Kong star's fans recently had to do a double-take while watching him in a Chinese live-stream video. In it, the 53-year-old was sporting unusually large peepers and a supe
What circuit breaker? Snaking queue outside Lucky Plaza sparks concern, Singapore News,First IKEA, now Lucky Plaza? As Singapore approaches the end of a two-month-long circuit breaker, the sight of a crowd that formed outside Lucky Plaza on Sunday (May 31) has sparked online discussions. While those
JBL's Quantum Duo gaming speakers are quite literally lit, Digital News,Renowned Bluetooth audio equipment makers JBL recently jumped into the exponentially growing industry of video games, and they’re so serious about it that their tagline is “sound is survival”. The motto applies across the b
Model-actress Jasmine Sim on the perks of being famous, Entertainment News,It's hard to tell from these pictures, or by watching her on TV – but Jasmine Sim is an introvert. And she's the first to admit she's not great at small talk. \”I'm okay with talking to people one-on-one. I
Thousands moved out for a new GM factory in the US; now it's closing, Business Wires News,WASHINGTON/DETROIT – General Motors Co on Monday pulled the plug on the Chevrolet Volt hybrid and the Detroit-Hamtramck Assembly plant that builds it, both examples of a costly gamble that is not paying of
Mercedes EQA electric compact SUV launched, Lifestyle News,Mercedes-EQ has debuted its second electric car in Singapore, the EQA. The EQA, a compact SUV, is the brand’s entry-level electric model, and can be seen as the electric version of the GLA. Its launch follows the introduction of the Mercedes
These 2 guys started a lactation nut butter brand for breastfeeding mothers, Lifestyle News,Lactation food products like cookies and beverages have mushroomed in the market. And if you aren't yet familiar with the term, they're foods made with galactagogues or ingredients that are supposed
Tutorial: How not to artificially darken skin tones on Photoshop, Digital News,It’s 2019, and everyone with access to a computer, the internet, and some cash can easily edit various elements in digital images. The best and most prominent software to do so is none other than Adobe Photoshop CC, which
Major long-term road closures in Changi and Pasir Ris to facilitate infrastructure improvement works, Lifestyle News,Major roads in the Changi and Pasir Ris neighbourhoods will be closed to facilitate the development of extensive transport infrastructure enhancements, such as new MRT stations and th
Can parents in Singapore choose a new surname for their children?, Lifestyle News,Your surname is your first connection with your family. In keeping with Singapore’s traditions, a child’s surname represents the link with their biological father and his family, and forms a part of their identity. But
Ex-minister dies of Covid as Japan closes to foreigners, Asia News,TOKYO – Japan on Monday (Dec 28) detected a coronavirus variant found in South Africa, the government said, the first such discovery in a nation that has already identified more than a dozen cases of another variant that is spreading
No joke: This student's pet rabbit actually ate her homework, Singapore News,Pet ate your homework? Sounds like a lame reason, but for one student in Singapore, it really did happen. And this time, it wasn't the typical the-dog-ate-my-homework excuse but a rabbit that did it. The TikTok us
Cherry-picking: Woman ransacks strawberries in Malaysia supermarket, ignores staff when told to stop, Malaysia News,Pick the unblemished ones, the heavy ones, the sweet ones — that's how our mothers taught us to choose the best fruits of the batch, as long as they aren't pre-packaged. Thou
No joke: 'He asked whether I felt bad for his penis', K-pop idol's ex reveals, Entertainment News,Valentine's Day is upon us but there's a fine line between being romantic and inappropriate. Online K-pop fansite Allkpop reported that the ex-girlfriend of South Korean singer
Hebe Tien becomes latest victim of Show Luo's sex scandal: Reports, Entertainment News,Another female artiste has found herself ensnared in the web of Show Luo's sex scandal and it's none other than S.H.E's Hebe Tien. However, it's not for the reasons you think — Hebe isn&#x
Tea-rrific job: SCDF officers extinguish fire using Pokka green tea bottle, Singapore News,Someone should probably call Pokka and let it know that it might just have stumbled upon its best advertisement to date. Two officers from the Singapore Civil Defence Force (SCDF) were recently spotted taking
Be the first to 'own' a PS5 with this Instagram filter, Digital News,Can't wait to get your hands on a spanking new PlayStation 5 (PS5)? Or simply don't have the cash to splurge on a game console? Thanks to an augmented reality Instagram filter that's been making its rounds
Mediacorp pays tribute to late actor Aloysius Pang at Star Awards, Entertainment News,SINGAPORE – A tribute was paid to late actor Aloysius Pang at Sunday night's (April 14) Star Awards. At broadcaster Mediacorp's annual awards ceremony, a video featuring Pang's childhood photos, clip
Angry China stages more drills near Taiwan as US lawmakers visit, Asia News,BEIJING/TAIPEI – China's military said it carried out more exercises near Taiwan on Monday (Aug 15) as a group of US lawmakers visited the Chinese-claimed island and met President Tsai Ing-wen, in what Beijing said was
Crippled Singapore-registered ship at risk of sinking off Sri Lanka, Singapore News,A cargo ship carrying tonnes of chemicals is sinking off Sri Lanka's west coast, the country's government and navy said on Wednesday (June 2), in one of Sri Lanka's worst-ever marine disasters. The Sin
Daily roundup: Woman stunned by fares of up to $300 while booking Ride – and other top stories today, Singapore News,1. What a Ryde: Woman stunned by fares of up to $300 while booking ride from Woodlands to HarbourFront Is this a glitch of a sign of the times? A woman complained that she was quoted
Daily roundup: Canberra Plaza opens Dec 18, with A&W and Daiso – and other top stories today, Singapore News,Stay in the know with a recap of our top stories today. 1. Canberra Plaza opens Dec 18, with A&W and Daiso The highly anticipated mall, particularly by those staying up North in Singapore
All-new Subaru BRZ will reach Singapore ‘soon’, Lifestyle News,Motor Image Enterprises has indicated that the all-new Subaru BRZ is due in Singapore “soon”. The official agent has confirmed that it will sell both the 6-speed manual and 6-speed automatic versions of the car. Prices start from $120,80
Funimation's Robotech Blu-ray remaster on pre-order now, starts streaming this fall, Digital News,The popular anime series about towering mechas will soon be landing on Funimation in the United States. Japanese title Robotech is set to stream on the platform this fall, with plenty of massive ro
Daily roundup: 18-year-old jumps in front of moving truck in Indonesia for TikTok challenge — and other top stories today, Singapore News,Stay in the know with a recap of our top stories today. 1. Killed for views: 18-year-old jumps in front of moving truck in Indonesia for TikTok challenge In the a
This Japanese restaurant's 22-course omakase meal takes at least 3 hours to complete, Lifestyle News,You can be assured that you’ll be in good hands at Maetomo’s namesake restaurant. A decorated chef himself, Akihiro Maetomo paid his dues working at various restaurants (earning them Michelin st
Daily roundup: Vietnamese woman loses 30kg in 4 months after boyfriend cheats on her — and other top stories today, Asia News,Stay in the know with a recap of our top stories today. 1. Vietnamese woman loses 30kg in 4 months after boyfriend cheats on her When a 21-year-old Vietnamese university stud
NFT artwork by humanoid robot sells at auction for nearly $942k, Digital News,HONG KONG – A digital artwork by humanoid robot Sophia was sold at auction on Thursday (March 25) for US$688,888 (S$927,326) in the form of a Non-Fungible Token (NFT). NFTs, a digital signature saved on blockchain ledgers
Geely reveals new Vision Starburst concept, Lifestyle News,Geely has presented the Vision Starburst concept. The car is said to be derived from the firm's \”Expanding Cosmos\” design philosophy, and pushes the boundaries of technology and innovation in the new digital age. Space-inspired exterior
Daredevil divers plunge from Bosnian bridge in centuries-old tradition, World News,MOSTAR, Bosnia – Divers hurled themselves from a 24-metre (79-ft) high Ottoman-era bridge in the Bosnian town of Mostar on Sunday, staging a centuries-old contest even though the Covid-19 pandemic prevented many visit
WhatsApp's updated privacy policy allows your data to be shared with Facebook, World News,WhatsApp's updated terms and privacy policy allows user data to be shared with Facebook. Several WhatsApp users have received an in-app notice informing them about the new terms and privacy policy. Th
Audi SQ5 appears in Singapore as a Sportback model, Lifestyle News,Audi’s sporty SQ5 is now available in the Sportback body style for the first time in Singapore. It’s priced at $397,877, including VES and COE. The Audi SQ5 is the latest S-ified launch in its Q range of SUVs, with the SQ7 recently m
GE2020: Want your vote counted? Here's what you shouldn't do, Singapore News,With Polling Day approaching in less than a week, voters may have many questions on their minds: Who am I voting for? Where do I go to vote? What happens if I don't vote? If you're a first-timer voter, c
PUBG: New State announces November release date with new trailer, Digital News,The creators of PUBG: New State have finally announced a release date for their highly-anticipated battle royale game: Nov 11, 2021! The game will launch on iOS and Android devices in more than 200 countries following a t
Dozens of Chinese cities on heatwave alert as roofs melt, roads buckle, China News,BEIJING – Dozens of Chinese cities baked in scorching temperatures as heatwaves melted the roofs of buildings and buckled roads and sweltering weather drove people to seek the cool in raid shelters underground. As of
Thai police clash with protesters as thousands hold anti-government rally, Asia News,BANGKOK – Police in Thailand fired tear gas, water cannon and rubber bullets to disperse protesters who took to the streets of Bangkok on Tuesday (Aug 10) amid anger over the handling of the coronavirus pandemic by
Daily roundup: Shawn Mendes and Camila Cabello split after 2 years — and other top stories today, World News,Stay in the know with a recap of our top stories today. 1. Not his 'senorita' anymore: Shawn Mendes and Camila Cabello split after 2 years They even celebrated their two-year annive
Citibank Rewards Card review: Is this the best card for shopaholics?, Money News,The Citibank Rewards Card is one of the more attractive credit cards in Singapore for shopaholics, offering 10x rewards points (or $1 = four miles) when you shop online (excluding travel-related transactions). You can u
Photo of boy carrying 'assault rifle' in Yishun has Singaporeans discussing toy guns , Singapore News,[UPDATE June 8] Responding to AsiaOne's queries, the police said they were alerted to the photo circulating online on Tuesday (June 7) morning. Officers from Woodlands Police Division
Mum shocked after daughter, 5, racks up $1,500 phone bill , Singapore News,When she checked her July phone bill, a woman was shocked to find that her five-year-old daughter had racked up a $1,500 phone bill within a month. The single mum in her 30s thought she had 'child-proofed' her iPad
SFA suspends illegal Ramadan fair at Downtown East, Singapore News,SINGAPORE – A temporary Ramadan fair in Pasir Ris has been suspended by the Singapore Food Agency (SFA) after it was found to have been operating illegally. Fiesta Ramadan 2022 had been operating at E!Hub@Downtown East since last Sat
House tour: Carefully restored Onan Road shophouse hailed for heritage contribution, Lifestyle News,Dark, dingy and grim aren't usually the criteria a househunter puts on his wish list, but for married couple Chin Sing Ping and Sharon Tay, looks didn't matter in their quest to buy a shopho
This super penthouse with its own pool and a view of MBS is going for $111m, Money News,Forget GCBs. If you're house hunting and have some deep pockets, you could be living the high life – literally – in this sprawling penthouse at Marina Bay Residences. The 23,263 sq ft apartment, which is rou
Aipower's true wireless earbuds charge right on your wrist, Digital News,Yes, true wireless earbuds are coming in every shape and form now, but the one common thing they all have, is the need for a charging case that gives you extra charges on the go. And that's where Aipower's Wearbu
Ditto transforms into an adorable Pokemon sofa which you can buy, Digital News,While we already have countless Pikachu pieces for our homes and even a Metapod costume-cum-comfort cocoon, we have yet to encounter many Ditto merchandise till now. The adorable purple blob has just been turned into an a
Get your hair done and eat at this hidden cafe within a salon at Orchard Road, Lifestyle News,Get Out!! is a bi-weekly video series where our hosts go out and discover new things around Singapore. This week, Le En and Kexin head to a beauty and dining concept in Orchard Road to check out a cafe that
Daily roundup: Using TCM to put out ‘liver fire’ that prevents you getting the nightly rest you need — and other top stories today, Singapore News,Stay in the know with a recap of our top stories today. 1. TCM for sleep disorders: How to put out ‘liver fire’ that prevents you getting the nightly res
These picturesque HDB interiors are total home styling #goals, Lifestyle News,You've seen plantfluencers, bookstagrammers, and home bakers, but now there's another type of influencer that's taking over millenials' Instagram accounts: Interior stylists, whose social media accounts
Daily roundup: Ukraine has started using Clearview AI's facial recognition during war – and other top stories today, World News,Stay in the know with a recap of our top stories today. 1. Ukraine has started using Clearview AI's facial recognition during war The Clearview founder said his s
'I trusted my doctor when I had preeclampsia during my twin pregnancy', Lifestyle News,Getting pregnant will never be easy. Soon-to-be mums become more and more uncomfortable as the fetus in their tummy keeps growing. However, no one could ever deny that the nine-month pregnancy journey ca
Chee Soon Juan's cafe Orange & Teal opening second outlet at Marina Square, Lifestyle News,Just a year after cafe Orange & Teal opened at Rochester Mall in Buona Vista, it seems like another outlet is in the works. Started by Singapore Democratic Party chief Dr Chee Soon Juan, 59, and his w
Daily roundup: Malaysian woman has wedding fit for a princess – and other top stories today, Asia News,Stay in the know with a recap of our top stories today. 1. Malaysian woman has wedding fit for a princess Growing up, Afza Farzana Ahmad always talked about her favourite princesses, Cinder
Back to the Hanfu-ture: Young Chinese revive ancient fashion, Women News,Dressed in a flowing long robe adorned with beaded floral embroidery from a bygone era, stylist Xiao Hang looks like she surfaced from a time machine as she strides across the bustling Beijing metro, attracting curious glances
Employer reveals how maid spilled hot soup on son, left sex aids lying around and photographed naked daughter, Singapore News,An employer said her maid spent hours in the toilet video-calling men and masturbating, and on another occasion, took a photo with the employer's naked five-year-old dau
8 common foods you might actually be allergic to and not know it, Lifestyle News,Food allergies aren't fun. If you're lucky, you might just suffer from a bout of hives or a runny nose, but if you're not, they can lead to serious health complications such as breathlessness or even deat
Valentine's Day during coronavirus outbreak: Novel date and gift ideas that don't require leaving home, Lifestyle News,SINGAPORE – With the novel coronavirus keeping people off the streets, love is not exactly in the air ahead of Valentine's Day next week. But staying in on this speci
China's economy grew at slowest pace in 28 years in 2018, China News,China's economy grew at its slowest pace in almost three decades in 2018, losing more steam in the last quarter as it battles a massive debt pile and a US trade war, official data showed Monday. The 6.6 per cent growth co
First batch of BTO flats in Tengah, Singapore's new 'forest town' set for launch , Singapore News,More than 1,040 Build-To-Order (BTO) flats in Tengah will be on sale this month as Singapore's newest town, billed as a \”forest town\”, continues to take shape. The Parc Residences @
Daily roundup: The best affordable omakase experiences under $90 in Singapore — and other top stories today, Asia News,Stay in the know with a recap of our top stories today. 1. The best affordable omakase experiences under $90 in Singapore Omakase experiences typically come with a hefty price tag.
Daily roundup: Kate Pang spends birthday in hospital after horrendous accident exposes shin bone – and other top stories today, Singapore News,Stay in the know with a recap of our top stories today. 1. Kate Pang spends birthday in hospital after horrendous accident exposes shin bone It took all of t
Thai 'floating temple' defies coastal erosion, Asia News,As sea waters slowly rose around his temple and his neighbours fled inland, Thai abbot Somnuek Atipanyo refused to budge and is today a symbol of the fight to restore the country's fast-eroding coastlines. A dangerous combinatio
Daily roundup: Tan Min-Liang to feature Singapore skyline at Razer's first-ever convention – and other top stories today, Asia News,Stay in the know with a recap of our top stories today. 1. Tan Min-Liang to feature Singapore skyline in global keynote for Razer's first ever convention The
If you were wondering, seems like that is Adam Demos' actual penis on Netflix series Sex/Life, Entertainment News,Warning: NSFW If you've never heard of the new Netflix series Sex/Life before, you would probably have after the past weekend. And that's because the internet is abuzz wit
Jay Chou enjoys atas birthday weekend, but wife never give face, Entertainment News,How do you celebrate the birthday of a rich and famous man who has practically everything? By plastering his face across buildings in different cities. Sounds incredulous, but it's true. Taiwanese superstar Jay
Watch: Kim Soo-hyun and cast talk about new Netflix K-drama It's Okay To Not Be Okay , Entertainment News,It's been two years since K-drama fans saw his handsome face, but come June 20, they can soak in Kim Soo-hyun's magnetic charisma through his new drama It's Okay To Not Be Ok
Man reunited with abducted son after 24 years: Andy Lau, who played the dad in 2015 movie, responds, Entertainment News,In 2014, superstar Andy Lau took on the lead role in a Hong Kong-Chinese movie for free. His company reportedly even forked out its own funds when the post-production work exceeded
One metre or two? The science behind social distancing, Lifestyle News,What constitutes a safe distance when it comes to the spread of Covid-19? The answer depends on where you live. China, Denmark and France recommend social distancing of one metre; Australia, Germany and Italy recommend 1.5 metres
Daily roundup: Authorities say TraceTogether data should not be used to grant or deny access to premises — and other top stories today, Asia News,Stay in the know with a recap of our top stories today. 1. TraceTogether data should not be used to grant or deny access to premises: Authorities Business
Olga Kurylenko reveals more about her secret role in Black Widow, Entertainment News,The wait for Black Widow’s release has been a painful two-year wait experience for fans of the Russian super-spy and Avenger. With the movie promising a final send-off for Natasha Romanoff (Scarlett Johansson), trai
Crispy rendang 2.0: Masterchef Australia judge slams chef's 'not crunchy' fried wonton filling, Lifestyle News,Deja vu? Another Masterchef judge has come under fire after he criticised an Asian chef's dish for not being crispy. Yes, that same critique that was given to a Malaysia
A new mirrored shipping container hotel has sprung up at one-north, Lifestyle News,Pop-up boutique hotel Shipping Container Hotel (which turns container units into living quarters) has unveiled two new container hotels at one-north. It currently has two other hotels at Haw Par Villa. Designed by awa
A former fashion PR on starting her own homeware brand The Grey House, Lifestyle News,When former fashion PR and and editor Claire Warren moved to Adam Drive in 2015, she was stumped by how impossible it was to find rugs for her new home. \”I didn't want IKEA anymore but the only other option se
Percy Jackson Disney+ series casts The Adam Project star Walker Scobell in title role, Entertainment News,Disney+ has found its Percy Jackson. Walker Scobell (The Adam Project) has landed the title role in Percy Jackson and the Olympians, a series adaptation of Rick Riordan's best-selling novel
Daily roundup: Jacqueline Wong asks Kenneth Ma to spend time with her in America – and other top stories today, World News,Stay in the know with a recap of our top stories today. 1. Jacqueline Wong asks Kenneth Ma to spend time with her in America Maybe it is not the kiss of death for TVB actress J
Saints Row (PC) preview: It's good to be back in the Boss' seat, Digital News,Gorgeous open-world? Check. Punchy, satisfying combat? Check. Brutal, reputation-melting sass? Double check with a cherry on top. With the upcoming Saints Row reboot scheduled for release on Aug 23, it's onl
Safe ways to stay social during the Covid-19 crisis, Lifestyle News,To rein in the escalating Covid-19 transmissions, the Singapore government has introduced a slew of \”Circuit Breaker\” measures meant to keep Singaporeans at home. Those who flout the rules by gathering socially, for example, will be
The Samsung Odyssey Ark is a ginormous, glorious gaming monitor and TV, Digital News,The Samsung Odyssey Ark is a peculiar hybrid of a beast. Part gaming monitor, part TV, it combines the best features of both into a massive frame that weighs over 40kg. I was almost afraid to set it on my desk. Its
Apple is no longer selling the 12-inch MacBook and MacBook Air (2018), Digital News,With the release of the new MacBook Air (2019) and 13-inch MacBook Pro, Apple has discontinued the 12-inch MacBook and the MacBook Air (2018) though you still can find some refurbished models of the 12-inch MacBook a
CPF Matched Retirement Savings Scheme: Another way to top up your parents' CPF, Money News,Topping up your parents’ CPF Retirement Account has long been a way to offer financial support to family members. Now, you might be able to get money from the government when you do it. The CPF Matched Re
The value of quality medical care, Health News,Amidst rising healthcare needs, Parkway Hospitals offer timely treatments, price transparency and more healthcare options Imagine this scenario: You wake up in the middle of the night to severe abdominal pain. What you thought was simply a harmless upse
'Stay at home': Son's urgent call after elderly dad dies from Covid-19 in London, World News,Emphasised time and again in news and media outlets, well-meaning words of advice by health professionals, fellow friends, loved ones and more, the message is clear: Stay at home. \”People need
Briton breached stay-home notice to meet fiancee in her hotel room, Singapore News,SINGAPORE – A British man pleaded guilty on Monday (Feb 15) to breaking Singapore’s strict coronavirus rules by sneaking out of his hotel room to meet his fiancée while he was undergoing two weeks of mandatory quarant
Some Google Pixel 6 owners are complaining of automatically rejected calls, Digital News,Some Pixel 6 and Pixel 6 Pro owners are complaining of a weird bug where their phones are automatically rejecting calls. According to posts on Reddit and Google's support forums, users are saying that incom
This auntie accessory is making a comeback and we're here for it, Lifestyle News,Pearl barrettes and hair clips that screamed \”WERK\” or \”QUEEN\” have had their time in the social media limelight. But if what the fash pack comprising Bella Hadid, Kendall Jenner and Hailey Bieber are wearing is an
Welcome to the club: Tampines sees first million-dollar resale flat, Money News,What do the likes of Pasir Ris, Marine Parade and Tampines have in common? They are mature estates that have joined the million-dollar Housing and Development Board (HDB) resale club this year – the latter is the latest
Foods Korean women eat during pregnancy , Lifestyle News,From skincare to makeup, we’ve been obsessed with finding out how Koreans get the radiant beauty they’ve become so known for. But do you know what pregnant Korean women eat to look and be healthy and glowing? While they avoid the usual culprit
Pint-sized Mongolian menace shows dinosaurs loved the nightlife, too, World News,Under the cover of darkness in desert habitats about 70 million years ago, in what is today Mongolia and northern China, a gangly looking dinosaur employed excellent night vision and superb hearing to thrive as a menaci
Thailand arrests man amid #royalmotorcade controversy on Twitter, Digital News,Thai authorities have arrested and charged a man for posting \”inappropriate content\” online, cyber police said on Tuesday, as the man's lawyer denied reports his client had criticised the royal family. The arrest com
Cheering crowds greet Japan's new emperor in rare parade, Asia News,Tens of thousands of flag-waving spectators cheered Japan's new Emperor Naruhito on Sunday during a rare open-top car imperial parade that was rescheduled after a deadly typhoon. Some in the crowd camped overnight to nab a
Goodbye to Birkins; Malaysia's former first lady could join husband Najib in jail, Malaysia News,KUALA LUMPUR – Rosmah Mansor, the former first lady of Malaysia, amassed hundreds of expensive Hermes Birkin handbags and diamond jewellery when her husband Najib Razak was prime minister. Now, Rosm
Rolls-Royce Bespoke delivers one-of-a-kind Phantom Astrum, Lifestyle News,Rolls-Royce has delivered a one-of-a-kind Phantom model to a customer in the United Arab Emirates (UAE). Dubbed the Phantom Astrum, the limousine was created by Rolls-Royce’s Bespoke division, a collective of specialist design
Therapeutic effect: Musical medic plays to cancer patient, 10, during surgery, World News,ROME – During an operation to remove a double tumour in the spinal cord of a 10-year-old boy, doctors watching the brain activity of their patient saw a change when the music played on a piano next to him was i
Alien Huang's strong connection to Singapore: Pan Lingling shares video of Alien calling Chew Chor Meng 'Pa', Entertainment News,The sudden passing of Alien Huang has taken the entertainment industry by storm and its ripple effect can be felt even on our shores. Numerous local celebri
Think you're safe? TikTok user shows how useless locks are on some luggage bags, Lifestyle News,You're incredibly excited about your upcoming holiday plans so you've decided to pack your bags for the trip. You brought the basics – some clothes, valuables, and a couple of electronic de
Daily roundup: Man in China allegedly killed his two children by throwing them out the window so he could start a 'new family' – and other top stories today, China News,Stay in the know with a recap of our top stories today. 1. Man in China allegedly killed his two children by throwing the
TV host Janet Hsieh suffers miscarriage while filming, reveals she had to pull foetus out, Entertainment News,When asked if she was planning to have a second child, television personality Janet Hsieh had an answer that no one expected. At an event last Thursday (Aug 8), Janet, 39, who has a two-year
Viral clip shows life-changing method to close your cereal boxes, and here's one another tip, Lifestyle News,If you're one of those who resort to using rubber bands to tie up opened boxes of cereal, you're not alone. Or you may even throw out the boxes altogether, because who needs th
SIA stewardess publicly rebuts passenger who named and shamed her , Singapore News,Of all the complaints to receive, this one topped one flight stewardess' list. Ong Weiyu, an air stewardess for Singapore Airlines (SIA), found herself on the receiving end of an open complaint from an unsatisfie
Star Wars Day 2021 Singapore at the ArtScience Museum, Digital News,May the Fourth kicked it off strong and early in Singapore, with fan-led festivities at the ArtScience Museum for all to experience the Force. Held for two days (May 1 and 2), the event was filled with activities and displays for St
HPB wants you to step it up… in bed: Get at least 7 hours' sleep a day and earn up to $30 e-vouchers, Lifestyle News,Singaporeans are tired, period. Even before the pandemic gave many of us a major case of burnout, we've long been known for being workaholics. Just recently, a UK bedding ma
No Backpack Day as students here use supermarket trolley, shoeboxes and even plastic basins instead, Singapore News,You may have heard of World Kindness Day, Star Wars Day or even Opposite Day (observed on Jan 25 by the way). But how about No Backpack Day? Apparently it's a thing, one that the
Daily roundup: Off-duty police officer jumps into hotel pool to save drowning girl – and other top stories today, Singapore News,Stay in the know with a recap of our top stories today. 1. Off-duty police officer jumps into hotel pool to save drowning girl Familiar with children and water sports, the
Cyberpunk cat game Stray gets July 2022 release, free on PS Plus Extra Tier and above, Digital News,[embed]https://youtu.be/XgPRPi–F5E[/embed] When life gives you lemons, you make a wish to become a cat, and in French studio BlueTwelve’s Stray, you get to do just that. Following a delayed release,
Gear Review: JBL Link Bar is a smart soundbar that’s not that clever after all, Digital News,The JBL Link Bar really has everything going for it. It’s a TV soundbar; it’s an Android streaming box; it’s a Google Assistant speaker. On paper, it’s everything you want in a living room rolled into one de
Here are the top destinations in Europe, Travel News,A wild, rugged, mountainous region of Slovakia dotted with plunging waterfalls and lakes and hiking trails has been named the top European destination of 2019 by the travel experts at Lonely Planet. High Tatras, Slovakia takes the top spot on LP&#
Trainee Indian doctors pulled from exams to fight world's biggest Covid surge, Asia News,India postponed exams for trainee doctors and nurses on Monday (May 3), freeing them up to fight the world’s biggest surge in coronavirus infections , as the health system crumbles under the weight of new c
Daily roundup: From Singapore to Hong Kong, how many will die even after most are jabbed? — and other top stories today, Singapore News,Stay in the know with a recap of our top stories today. 1. From Singapore to Hong Kong, how many will die even after most are jabbed? Since the arrival of Covid-19
Daily roundup: Married couples in Singapore had more sex during circuit breaker – and other top stories today, Singapore News,Stay in the know with a recap of our top stories today. 1. Married couples in Singapore had more sex during circuit breaker: Study How often do married couples have sex? With
iOS 16.1 beta 2 finally nails the battery percentage indicator with one that updates dynamically, Digital News,Apple has just released iOS 16.1 beta 2 to developers and it shows they have updated the design of its battery percentage indicator once more. And it seems that they have taken user feedbac
First look at Billie Eilish's collab with Uniqlo + prices in Singapore, Lifestyle News,If you have been listening to music for the past years, you'd definitely know of Billie Eilish. The teen star took the world by storm with her laidback image and unique sound, and not only conquered char
Kindergarten teacher in China gets fired after wishing all her students get Covid-19, China News,Be careful what you post online, they always say. Tired of being mistreated by her students' parents, a kindergarten teacher in Dalian, China vented her frustrations online, only to end up being fir
The haze is back: From PSI to PM2.5, 10 questions about the haze answered, Lifestyle News,Air quality in Singapore hit unhealthy levels for the first time in three years on Saturday (Sept 14), with many parts of the island shrouded in haze. As of 7pm, the 24-hour Pollutant Standards Index (PSI) read
Woman's Chinese New Year snacks arrive destroyed, Singapore News,A woman was dismayed at the state of the cookies she had ordered on e-commerce site Shopee for Chinese New Year. Stomp contributor Sherly shared with Stomp that she had ordered four bottles of kuih kapit from Malaysia-based seller
Slippery customer: Eatery boss says Mercedes driver drove off with over $300 worth of seafood, Singapore News,Nothing in this world comes free, but one customer driving a Mercedes seemed to think so after allegedly leaving with $300 worth of unpaid live seafood from a restaurant. On Sept 19 at aroun
'He thought it's the fountain of youth': Man washes face at water feature in Jewel Changi Airport, Singapore News,The lush greenery and the nature-inspired installations at Jewel Changi Airport are designed to provide tranquillity for visitors there. But one man also decided to '
Daily roundup: Govt increases cash payouts to help S'poreans tide through Covid-19 – and other top stories today, Singapore News,Stay in the know with a recap of our top stories today. 1. Government increases cash payouts to help Singaporeans tide through Covid-19 Curious to know what other ben
Their kids aren't interested in a day trip, so Australian parents take their internet router out instead, Digital News,Wanting to spend a warm, sunny day with their three kids, a couple invited them out for a short trip to a beach town in Warrnambool in Victoria, Australia. Understandably, sinc
7,000 pull-ups in 15 hours, $10,505 raised for charity, Lifestyle News,10,000 pull-ups in 24 hours from July 30 to 31, 2022. Let's do the math: That works out to about 417 pull-ups in an hour, or seven pull-ups per minute. Sounds sibei shag? You bet. That was the goal that calisthenics trainers
Daily roundup: Landlord allegedly kicks tenant out only to list property 40% higher — and other top stories today, Singapore News,Stay in the know with a recap of our top stories today. 1. Landlord allegedly kicks tenant out only to list property 40% higher There was a possible rental loophole when
Netflix K-drama Squid Game turns childhood games into deadly challenges from Sept 17, Entertainment News,Would you risk your life playing children’s games for money? What if we told you that you have no choice but to play it anyways? Netflix‘s latest Korean series Squid Game tells an intense surviva
Apple CarPlay will now show driving data, gauges and climate controls, Lifestyle News,Apple unveiled its next-generation CarPlay system at the Worldwide Developers Conference (WWDC 2022) on Tuesday (June 7), and it promises to be much more than just a fancy reskin. At the event, the Cupertino-based
Ya Kun Kaya Toast debunks fake news saying pork dish is being sold at Singapore outlet, Food News,SINGAPORE – Home-grown food and beverage brand Ya Kun Kaya Toast has debunked news circulating online that a pork dish is being sold at one of its outlets here. In a Facebook post on Friday (Dec 28), Ya
No pain, no fame: Thai massage could get Unesco status, Asia News,At Bangkok's Reclining Buddha temple, Mr Krairath Chantrasri says he is a proud custodian of a 2,000-year-old skill – the body-folding, sharp-elbowed techniques of Thai massage, which this week could be added to Unesco's pre
'No wonder my order hasn't come': Video of man kicking parcels at Serangoon void deck infuriates netizens, Singapore News,Could this be why your online purchases sometimes end up getting delayed or worse, broken? A video shared by Facebook group Singapore Incidents on Thursday (July 2
