Wuhan aims to become China's 'valley of satellites' in space initiative, China News,BEIJING – The central Chinese city of Wuhan has vowed to create a 100 billion yuan (S$21.3 billion) space industry by 2025 and become China's \”valley of satellites\”, joining other cities tasked wi
Can you spot this 20-year-old Bishan flat's secret bathroom?, Singapore News,It goes without saying that a resale apartment – one that hasn't been renovated in 20 years – would be in dire need of a total makeover. However, that wasn't the only reason why Ken Pua, the owner of this 5-r
South Korea reports more recovered coronavirus patients testing positive again, Asia News,SEOUL – South Korea reported on Monday (April 13) that at least 116 people initially cleared of the new coronavirus had tested positive again, although officials suggested that they would soon look at easing st
After Putin's warning, Russian TV lists nuclear targets in US, World News,MOSCOW – Russian state television has listed US military facilities that Moscow would target in the event of a nuclear strike, and said that a hypersonic missile Russia is developing would be able to hit them in less than
Mandai eco-resort to offer guests behind-the-scenes animal experiences, Singapore News,SINGAPORE – Beyond snoozing in the middle of five wildlife parks, overnight guests at the future eco-resort in Mandai will be able to participate in behind-the-scenes activities that keepers undertake to help anim
Samsung rumoured to launch the first phone with a rollable display, Digital News,Following GalaxyClub's report on Samsung launching three foldable phones this year, tipster @UniverseIce claims to have knowledge on the mysterious third foldable device. @UniverseIce says the third foldable device
House Hitler was born in will become a police station, Austria says, World News,VIENNA – The house where Adolf Hitler was born will be turned into a police station, Austria's interior minister said on Tuesday (Nnov 19), after years of debate over how best to prevent it becoming a pilgrimage sit
Tom Cruise aims higher with movie shot on space station, Entertainment News,LOS ANGELES – Action star Tom Cruise is working on a movie shot in outer space, the National Aeronautics and Space Administration said on Tuesday (May 5). \”Nasa is excited to work with @TomCruise on a film aboard the @Space-
Want to build strength? Then stop buying into these 7 myths, Lifestyle News,Strength training is an important aspect of many people’s workout routines. It is important to incorporate strength training into your exercise regime, and not simply rely on cardio. But if you are still not convinced by the
Halo live-action series gets trailer featuring Master Chief and Cortana, Entertainment News,Find the Halo, win the war. Paramount+’s live-action Halo TV series has finally received a full trailer and release date. The series will launch on Paramount’s streaming service on March 24, featuring a diffe
Gossip mill: Chang Fei says he and brother Fei Yu-ching have paid $9.5mil for sister's debts – and other entertainment news this week, Entertainment News,CHANG FEI SAYS HE AND BROTHER FEI YU-CHING HAVE PAID $9.5 MILLION FOR SISTER'S DEBTS Taiwanese variety show host Chang Fei has \”had enou
'No need to pay, we treat': OK Chicken Rice is giving out free meals again — here's where to get it, Lifestyle News,Back in 2020, during the Circuit Breaker, this humble chicken rice stall made the news for generously offering free meals to hospital staff despite already making a loss
Grab, Razer, AirAsia among firms exploring bids for Malaysia digital bank licence: Sources, Digital News,SINGAPORE/KUALA LUMPUR – Ride-hailing group Grab, gaming firm Razer, AirAsia, telecoms firm Axiata and lender CIMB are among companies looking to apply for digital banking licences in Malaysia, s
Coronavirus: Work pass holders with recent China travel history must have MOM approval before returning to Singapore, Singapore News,SINGAPORE – All current work pass holders with travel history to mainland China within the last 14 days will now have to be approved by the Manpower Ministry (MOM) bef
Hit by Covid-19 outbreak, popular getaway Bintan Lagoon Resort to close after 26 years, Lifestyle News,SINGAPORE – After 26 years, the popular getaway Bintan Lagoon Resort is bidding visitors a final goodbye, a victim of the Covid-19 pandemic, which has wreaked havoc on global travel and tourism. Mr
Facebook avatars & stickers launched in Singapore, Digital News,Having avatars and stickers that look like you makes messaging your friends and family a much more engaging experience. Who could forget Snapchat’s Bitmoji in 2007? Oh and Kim Kardashian-West’s Kimoji in 2015? Apple even followed suit 2
Meta will begin laying off employees on Wednesday morning: WSJ, Digital News,Meta Platforms Inc will begin laying off employees on Wednesday (Nov 9) morning, Chief Executive Mark Zuckerberg told hundreds of executives on Tuesday, the Wall Street Journal reported. Zuckerberg appeared downcast in Tues
10 online delivery services offering hearty and healthy meals, Lifestyle News,One of the main perks of working from home is saving time on commuting. Over the past couple of years, many of us have channelled those extra hours into prioritising our health and well-being – such as by preparing healthi
12 most common interview questions in Singapore & how to answer them, Lifestyle News,You check your inbox. There it is – an email from your dream employers inviting you for an interview. After the excitement recedes, you get sucked back to reality. Now you’re wondering: “What kind of questions will
Thailand reports record number of Covid-19 cases for fourth day, Asia News,BANGKOK – Thailand reported on Monday (July 19) 11,784 new Covid-19 cases, the fourth consecutive day of record infections, as the country struggles to tackle its worst outbreak to date. The South-east Asian nation's Cov
Airlines flying from Singapore that are offering free date change or refunds for tickets due to coronavirus, Lifestyle News,With Covid-19 being officially declared a global pandemic and showing no sign of abating, it has made travelling for leisure or business extremely sketchy. Thankfully, many air
Australian billionaire to back $18.7 billion solar power supply to Singapore, Digital News,Atlassian Corp PLC co-founder Mike Cannon-Brookes has pledged to help fund an A$20 billion (S$18.7 billion) project to supply solar power from northern Australia to Singapore by a subsea cable, an Australian n
Abramovich puts Chelsea football club up for sale as clamour for sanctions grows, World News,LONDON – Russian businessman Roman Abramovich said on Wednesday (Feb 2) he would sell Chelsea Football Club, 19 years after buying it and setting the team on a path to sporting glory, and promised to donate
Hollywood red carpets look for coronavirus makeover, Entertainment News,LOS ANGELES – It could be a long while until you hear that Hollywood red carpet staple, “And who are you wearing tonight?” Red carpets, the lifeblood of movie premieres and award shows, thrive on the buzz of glamorous actors, sh
GE2020: 'Don't be taken for a ride', says PM Lee at lunchtime rally; questions opposition's ability to run Singapore, Singapore News,The stakes have hardly been higher than now due to the Covid-19 crisis, said Prime Minister Lee Hsien Loong during his lunchtime rally today (July
Twitter CEO tells employees company is in the dark over future under Musk, Digital News,Twitter Inc Chief Executive Parag Agrawal told employees on Monday (April 25) that the future of the social media firm is uncertain after the deal to be taken private under billionaire Elon Musk closes. He was sp
Buying or renting your own place in Singapore? Here's a guide to help you, Money News,So, you want to get a “bachelor pad”, which essentially, is a home for a single man to call his own. (For women, it’s usually referred to as a “bachelorette pad”, but in this article, we’ll use the former for
Trump says he's in 'no rush' for nuclear deal with North Korea's Kim, World News,WASHINGTON/SEOUL – US President Donald Trump on Tuesday (Feb 19) said he wants North Korea to end its nuclear programme, but he is in no rush and has no pressing time schedule for Pyongyang to ultima
UK PM Johnson criticised for response to photo of sick child, World News,LONDON – British Prime Minister Boris Johnson came under fire on Monday for his response to being shown a photo of a sick child lying on a hospital floor ahead of the Dec. 12 election. Johnson's Conservatives lead the oppo
Meet the Singapore entrepreneur who is turning soy waste into wine, Lifestyle News,Soya beans are big in Asian cuisine. In 2020, a HNY Research paper valued the global tofu market at over US$706 million (S$967 million), and it’s only set to get bigger with the rising popularity of meat alternatives.
UN states agree to $8b peacekeeping budget, averting shutdown, World News,NEW YORK – United Nations member states agreed on Tuesday (June 29) to a budget of some $6 billion (S$ 8 billion) for the world body's 12 peacekeeping missions for the next year, diplomats said, narrowly averting a possib
Go-Ahead suspends 5 bus services due to manpower shortage amid bus interchange Covid-19 outbreak, Singapore News,SINGAPORE – Bus operator Go-Ahead Singapore is suspending five bus services from Wednesday (Sept 15) due to manpower shortage amid the Covid-19 pandemic. The suspension is temporary and t
Britain's Princess Beatrice cancels wedding amid coronavirus: Media reports, World News,Queen Elizabeth's granddaughter Princess Beatrice and her fiance Edoardo Mapelli Mozzi have cancelled their royal wedding due to the lockdown in the United Kingdom amid the coronavirus pandemic, media r
3 key steps to prepare for before renovating, Lifestyle News,When one journey ends, another begins, so says every motivational poster with a picture of an endless highway. In late 2020, I ended a two-year journey as a solo, introverted property buyer, only to start the following year as a solo, intr
Things I enjoy most about being a youth in Singapore, Lifestyle News,Remember Youth Day in Singapore, and getting that extra school holiday? This year, it fell on July 5 and most students enjoyed a holiday on 6 July. However, did you know that there is actually an International Youth Day on Aug 12,
GE2020: Goh Meng Seng teams up with teen daughter for PPP e-rally, Singapore News,Goh Meng Seng might have organised the rally to get his message out to the masses, but it seemed like his eloquent and intelligent daughter stole the spotlight instead. The secretary-general of People's Power Part
UK's Johnson steps back from row with Prince Charles over Rwanda policy, World News,KIGALI – British Prime Minister Boris Johnson moved away from a confrontation with Prince Charles over the government's immigration deal with Rwanda after his spokesman said the matter would not likely be r
Facebook plans cryptocurrency launch next year: BBC, Digital News,Facebook has been in contact with US and British financial regulators with a view to launching its own cryptocurrency next year, the BBC reported on Friday. \”GlobalCoin\” would work with a new digital payments system in about a dozen c
EU cannot be 'held hostage' to Brexit crisis: Macron, World News,French President Emmanuel Macron on Tuesday warned that the European Union could not \”be held hostage\” to the Brexit crisis and said that a lengthy extension of the deadline for Britain to leave the bloc was \”not a certainty\”
Flight cancelled? Don't panic – here's what you can do, Lifestyle News,You might have spent hours planning the perfect trip but sometimes, things don't go to plan and you might encounter an unexpected delay or even a cancellation of your flight. When this happens, what should you do?
