Dangerous to convert e-scooters into personal mobility aids; vendors will be dealt with: LTA, Singapore News,SINGAPORE – Vendors that modify electric scooters into personal mobility aids (PMAs), by adding a third wheel and reducing the maximum speed of the device to 10kmh, will be taken to task, the
BigBang's agency YG Entertainment terminates Seungri's contract, apologises for not disciplining artists well, Asia News,South Korean artiste management agency YG Entertainment made an official announcement today (March 13) that they would be terminating their contract with Seungri, a memb
Woman molested 3 times in 1 day by colleague, Singapore News,A man molested his female colleague on three separate occasions on Sept 17, 2019, but she told the police about her ordeal only 10 months later. The court heard that the victim had initially chosen to remain silent as she was afraid of cau
Just 0.3 per cent of Covid-19 cases in Singapore admitted to ICU, Singapore News,While Covid-19 cases in Singapore have surged past 50,000, only a tiny fraction of those who fell ill – just 128, or 0.3 per cent – have been admitted to the intensive care unit (ICU) as of Monday. Experts said years of
Coronavirus: More will die in S'pore if people keep flouting circuit breaker measures, says NCID, Singapore News,SINGAPORE – More people will die if those here continue to flout the circuit breaker measures intended to counter the coronavirus, said the National Centre for Infectious Diseases&#x
Smart SMEs: When training taps on tech to overcome Covid-19, Business Wires News,Smart SMEs is a series of videos that looks into how companies are making use of the disruption brought on by Covid-19 to leverage technology and business trends to make it through this time of economic pain. Public Spe
Tranquil Thailand's gun culture in spotlight after shooting sprees, Asia News,BANGKOK – Normally serene Thailand has been on edge since a rogue soldier went on the rampage in a northeastern city this month, killing 29 people in a shooting spree that ended in a standoff with police at a shopping
Coronavirus: Can touching a doorknob lead to infection? Experts weigh in on this and other questions, Singapore News,The coronavirus, which originated in Wuhan, has affected more than 20,000 people in China and killed at least 425 people. In Singapore, there is now local transmission, as four of the
Community Covid-19 cases drop to 454, new cluster at DHL, Singapore News,SINGAPORE – The number of serious Covid-19 cases requiring oxygen supplementation in hospitals has increased from 35 to 54 cases in a day. Of these, 44 are seniors above 60 years old. The Ministry of Health (MOH) also reported
Man jailed 3 months for attempting to pay for sex with minor, Singapore News,SINGAPORE – Looking for a sugar daddy, a 16-year-old girl offered sexual services on online classified advertisement network Locanto and a contractor offered her $500 in exchange for sexual intercourse. The teenager did not
GE2020: How to check where your polling station is and the time slot you're supposed to vote, Digital News,With Nomination Day hullaballoo done and dusted this afternoon (June 30), Singaporeans should already know exactly which political parties and which candidates are contesting in their area
Maid jailed for mixing bodily fluids into family's food, stealing over $17,000, Singapore News,An Indonesian domestic helper was jailed for six months and seven weeks after she admitted to mixing her bodily fluids into some food and drink and serving them to her employer's family. Diana, 3
Man drives off with husband of alleged lover on windscreen, Singapore News,Suspecting his wife was having an affair, the husband camped outside a hotel in the hope of catching her with her lover. When he saw them entering a car, the man demanded they alight. But Desmond Koh Wee Boon drove off instea
2 KTV lounges in Parklane mall closed due to likely Covid-19 spread; KTV cluster grows to 88 cases, Singapore News,SINGAPORE – Two KTV lounges at Parklane Shopping Mall in Selegie will be closed from Friday (July 16) to July 30, said the Ministry of Health (MOH) on Thursday night. The lounges are La
Paralegal who fractured maid's fingers jailed for 10 months, Singapore News,SINGAPORE – A paralegal was so angry that her Indonesian domestic helper gave her mother pills which had spilled onto the floor that she repeatedly struck her with a wooden scratcher, causing injuries including two frac
Will the stock market crash again with a second wave of Covid-19 outbreaks?, Money News,As countries are opening up after months of Covid-19 lockdown, cases of infection started to rise again. As of 22 July 2020, there are 15 million cases as compared to 7.5 million one month ago. This wave of infec
Singapore reports 942 Covid-19 cases in new high, 38 more cases discharged, Singapore News,[UPDATED, 11:33pm] The Ministry of Health (MOH) confirmed 942 new coronavirus cases in Singapore today (April 18). Out of these, there are 22 cases in the community, 27 cases involving work permit holders resi
Monkeypox symptoms differ from previous outbreaks: UK study, World News,LONDON — Patients with monkeypox in the UK have noticeably different symptoms from those seen in previous outbreaks, according to researchers in London, raising concerns cases are being missed. Patients reported less fever and t
Belgium celebrates the Smurfs' 60th birthday, Entertainment News,BRUSSELS – Belgium is celebrating the 60th birthday of the Smurfs by giving fans the chance to experience living in their village and take a virtual reality ride through mystical forests and caves. Cartoonist Pierre Culliford, who
Daily roundup: SMU student arrested for aggravated outrage of modesty on campus – and other top stories today, World News,Stay in the know with a recap of our top stories today. 1. SMU student arrested for aggravated outrage of modesty on campus A student from Singapore Management University (SMU) w
'He's let us down badly': Bus drivers discharge M. Ravi from SBS Transit lawsuit, Singapore News,SINGAPORE – The 13 bus drivers suing transport operator SBS Transit have discharged their lawyer M. Ravi and are seeking a refund of balance fees they had paid him using crowdfunding. In a
Wave of promising study results raise hopes for coronavirus vaccines, World News,CHICAGO – Early data from trials of three potential Covid-19 vaccines released on Monday, including a closely-watched candidate from Oxford University, increased confidence that a vaccine can train the immune system to
Tokyo's new see-through toilets aim to enhance public spaces, Asia News,TOKYO – Public toilets are usually a welcome sight to anyone who has had too much to drink, but some might do a double take when they come across the ones that have just opened in a Tokyo park. Made of special glass, the cu
After days of restraint, Trump mocks Kavanaugh accuser, World News,President Donald Trump on Tuesday openly mocked the university professor who has accused his Supreme Court nominee of sexual assault, joking about her inability to remember details surrounding the night of the alleged attack. It mark
Temasek abandons $4 billion bid for Keppel after conglomerate's loss, Singapore News,SINGAPORE – Singapore’s Temasek Holdings is terminating its $4 billion conditional offer for conglomerate Keppel Corp by invoking a material adverse change (MAC) clause following the company’s poor financial re
Voter rolls updated, open for public inspection until March 11: Elections Department, Singapore News,SINGAPORE – The voter rolls have been updated and Singaporeans will be able to check their particulars in them from Tuesday (Feb 26), said the Elections Department in a statement on Monday. Those who
Cool runnings too as Malaysia, Singapore take up Winter Olympics, Singapore News,In tropical Malaysia and Singapore, Winter Olympics medals are rarer than snowflakes — but a dedicated group of athletes are hoping to change that as they make their countries' debut Games appearances. A Singapore
Covid-19 tests: Over-the-counter test, breathalyser, antigen rapid test – what's the difference?, Lifestyle News,SINGAPORE – A variety of Covid-19 tests – with the latest being over-the-counter test kits – are now under Singapore’s belt, allowing fast, extensive, easy and accurate tests to be c
Daily roundup: 7 affordable 4-bedroom condos for bigger families going for $1.1m or cheaper – and other top stories today, Singapore News,Stay in the know with a recap of our top stories today. 1. 7 affordable 4-bedroom condos for $1.1m or cheaper (for bigger families) As many homeowners know, the t
Saviour in the sky: Meet the RSAF's A330 MRTT, Singapore News,Let's face it – many of us often take the roar of our RSAF jets for granted, even grumbling about them. So Singaporean, right? Tsk. Deep down inside, however, we all recognise and appreciate how the guardians of our skies not on
Thai protesters plan big march to PM's office next week, Asia News,BANGKOK – Thai anti-government activists on Wednesday (Sept 9) announced plans to hold an overnight protest and to rally up to 100,000 people to march on Government House next week, piling more pressure on the military-backed ad
School vice-principal jailed for crashing car into market in Marine Parade and injuring three , Singapore News,SINGAPORE – A school vice-principal has been sentenced to 10 days' jail for ploughing his car into a market in Marine Parade and hurting three people. On Wednesday (Dec 26), Lim Soon W
Man raped intellectually disabled daughter due to lack of sex, jailed 23 years, Singapore News,For 16 years, a married man turned to his girlfriend for sex, but after they broke up, he targeted his adult daughter, who has mild intellectual disability. One afternoon, when he was alone at home with hi
Chinese tourist hot spot Sanya imposes Covid-19 lockdown, China News,SHANGHAI — The southern Chinese resort city of Sanya imposed a lockdown on Saturday (Aug 6) and restricted transport links to try to stem a Covid-19 outbreak that comes as some 80,000 visitors were enjoying its beaches at peak seas
3 lessons learnt from 1 painful investing mistake, Money News,I've made my share of mistakes while investing that ended up as expensive lessons. In this article, I share one particularly painful mistake and three lessons that I took from it. What happened? In October 2015, I bought shares of Ch
North Korea lifts mask mandate, distancing rules after declaring Covid-19 victory, Asia News,SEOUL – North Korea has dropped a face mask mandate and other social distancing rules as leader Kim Jong Un declared victory over Covid-19 this week, state media said on Saturday (Aug 13), three months after
IOC says it talked to China's Peng Shuai last week, China News,ATHENS – The International Olympic Committee talked with Chinese tennis player Peng Shuai last week and will meet her in Beijing during next month's Winter Olympics, it said on Wednesday (Jan 26). Peng's situation became a
Sarah Jessica Parker is offering a New York shoe shopping trip for two, Women News,She played the role of one of the most iconic shoe addicts of our times, so it is only natural that Sarah Jessica Parker wants to spread the joy. The actress, who famously portrayed the shoe-loving Carrie Bradshaw in
GE2020: PSP says they won't object repeal of Section 377A, but there's more to the 'proxy combat zone', Singapore News,The Progress Singapore Party (PSP) has issued their official stance on Section 377A of the Penal Code. A spokesperson for the party said: \”We would not object to
German tourists kicked out of Venice for brewing coffee at famous Rialto bridge, World News,ROME – A couple of German tourists were ordered to leave Venice on Friday (July 19) for brewing coffee at the foot of the famous Rialto bridge. The Berliners, 32 and 35, had stopped for a rest, downing their
Philippines steps up inflation fight with food tariff cuts, Asia News,MANILA – The Philippines said on Tuesday (June 7) it has extended until the end of 2022 an executive order that lowers the tariff rate for rice imported from outside Southeast Asia to 35 per cent from 40 per cent-50 per cent. Raci
Uber to sell Southeast Asia business to rival Grab, Business Wires News,[March 26, 10am]: This article has been updated with details from a press release issued by Grab on Monday morning. Ride-hailing firm Uber Technologies has agreed to sell its Southeast Asian business to bigger regional rival Gra
Florida joins US states banning transgender girls from female sports, World News,Florida on Tuesday (June 1) became the latest and largest US state to ban transgender girls and women from participating in female sports at schools, part of a campaign in statehouses nationwide this year assailed as di
Former HDB director guilty of filming nude men in changing rooms, Singapore News,A former director with the Housing Board loitered in communal changing rooms in gyms and public areas on multiple occasions to film nude men with his phone. The crimes came to light after Leo Norman Chee Wei Kiong, 61,
Nadow Lin appears for first time in 3 months since stroke, girlfriend says 'he wasn't himself' after surgeries, Entertainment News,After a hiatus of three months following his surgeries for cerebral haemorrhage, Taiwanese entertainer Nadow Lin has appeared for the first time. He was i
6 cases of Omicron variant identified in Scotland, World News,LONDON – Six cases of the Covid-19 Omicron variant of concern have been identified in Scotland, the Scottish government said on Monday (Nov 29), adding that public health officials were working to establish the circumstances of the cases.
Ho Ching and Calvin Cheng take on Pritam Singh's donation declaration; netizens respond, Digital News,Getting appointed as the Leader of Opposition (LO) comes with bigger responsibilities and with that, better perks — like having one’s salary as an elected MP doubled. As such Workers' Part
English study suggests T cells could be sufficient to protect from Covid-19, World News,LONDON – High levels of so-called \”T cells\” that respond to the coronavirus could be sufficient to offer protection against infection, an English study said on Tuesday (Nov 10), adding to the evidence of the cruc
At least 3 people dead after explosion brings down building in central Madrid, World News,A powerful explosion apparently caused by a gas leak ripped the facade off a residential building in central Madrid on Wednesday (Jan 20), killing three people and injuring at least 11 more, according to the ci
Starbucks shuts 2 China outlets after reports they used expired ingredients, China News,BEIJING – US coffee chain Starbucks said on Monday (Dec 13) it had shut two outlets in China and was conducting an investigation after a state-backed newspaper reported that they used expired ingredients to make
Starhub partners with NYP to showcase 5G industrial solutions, Digital News,In a move to increase interest and awareness of the potential of 5G, Nanyang Polytechnic (NYP) and StarHub have partnered to launch a new NYP-StarHub Application & Experience Centre for 5G (APEX 5G) today. The APEX 5G Ce
'Suspicious man' accused of killing dogs in Woodlands just a feeder: AVS, Singapore News,[Update: Dec 30] There is no evidence to suggest that the man accused of killing and harvesting dog meat in Woodlands has harmed any animals, Jessica Kwok, the Animal & Veterinary Service's (A
Fan Bingbing's error-ridden apology note turned into classroom example of Chinese language mistakes to avoid, Entertainment News,As if beleaguered Chinese actress Fan Bingbing doesn't have enough problems of her own, the country's highest-paid celebrity has just been accused of yet an
New UK prime minister to face staff walkout on first day in office, union says, World News,LONDON – Staff working at Britain's business and energy department building will begin a strike on the same day as the country's new prime minister is named next week, the public service trade union
On Japan's stretched frontline, doctors and nurses DIY a coronavirus response, Singapore News,TOKYO – At any given time, seven out of eight beds in the intensive care unit of St Luke's International Hospital in Tokyo are taken up by critically ill coronavirus patients. \”If we max out eight
Residents displaying Singapore flag after Sept 30 risk $1,000 fine, Singapore News,SINGAPORE – In a few more days, residents will have to stop displaying the national flag outside their homes. After Wednesday (Sept 30), those who continue to display the flag will risk being fined up to $1,000 under
This spot near Keppel Bay has the best views, but it'll be closing this year, Lifestyle News,A quiet corner of Keppel Club has become the latest trending spot on TikTok thanks to its picturesque mangrove views. But would-be visitors will have to head down sooner rather than later, as the clubho
British royals 'very concerned' about reports Meghan Markle bullied staff, World News,LONDON – Buckingham Palace said it was “very concerned” about reports in the Times newspaper on Wednesday (March 3) that assistants working for Meghan, the Duchess of Sussex, had been bullied by her. The
Leedon Green vs Hyll on Holland: Which should you pick?, Lifestyle News,Despite how property prices are climbing everywhere else and demand seems to be insatiable, there’s an area in Singapore that seems to be bucking that trend – Holland Village. In fact, competition is intense enough that – despit
Malaysia reports first case of Indian Covid-19 variant, Malaysia News,KUALA LUMPUR – Malaysia has detected its first case of a highly infectious coronavirus variant first identified in India, Health Minister Adham Baba said on Sunday (May 2), days after imposing a ban on flights from India. The vari
Govt proposes new law to restrict use of contact tracing data to serious crimes, Singapore News,SINGAPORE – Proposed changes to the law to restrict the use of contact tracing data in criminal investigations to serious crimes will override all other laws. This means that public agencies cannot cite o
12 years later, construction for Jurong East integrated transport hub to begin, Singapore News,SINGAPORE – The contract for the design and building of Jurong East integrated transport hub has finally been awarded, 12 years after it was first mentioned by then Transport Minister Raymond Lim. The Land
From 1G to 4G through the years: A look at how PAP selects its leaders, Singapore News,Prime Minister Lee Hsien Loong on Saturday (April 16) revealed details of how Mr Lawrence Wong was chosen as the People’s Action Party’s fourth-generation (4G) leader, and how it differed from the past. Here’s a l
Zimbabwe blames measles surge on sect gatherings after 80 children die, World News,HARARE – A measles outbreak has killed 80 children in Zimbabwe since April, the ministry of health has said, blaming church sect gatherings for the surge. In a statement seen by Reuters on Sunday (Aug 14), the ministr
Moving to Mandai: Jurong Bird Park to close on Jan 3, 2023, Lifestyle News,SINGAPORE – Jurong Bird Park's last day of operations will be on Jan 3, 2023 – the park's 52nd anniversary since it first opened its doors to visitors in 1971. The park's operator, Mandai Wildlife Group, said o
November 2022 HDB BTO review: Bukit Batok, Money News,Those looking for larger flats within walking distance of an MRT, keep your eyes peeled for the Bukit Batok BTO project in this November 2022 HDB BTO launch. Situated in the West Region of Singapore and originally dominated by pineapple and rubbe
'Political' Peng messages banned at Australian Open, China News,MELBOURNE – Australian Open organisers said the safety of Peng Shuai remains their \”primary concern\” even as security officials at the Grand Slam forced fans to remove shirts referring to the Chinese former doubles number one.
Friends star lookalike arrested in UK after manhunt goes viral, World News,British police thanked Friends star David Schwimmer on Tuesday after arresting an alleged thief whose case went viral on social media because of his uncanny resemblance to the US actor. \”Following the appeal we posted looking
Sexual harassment in the sky: Hong Kong flight attendants fight back, Asia News,Immaculate-looking flight attendants who appear unruffled by the demands of a life spent in the air are part of the slick image sold by carriers — but Hong Kong-based workers are increasingly hitting back against sexual
Daily roundup: Cristiano Ronaldo moves out of $11m new home because of sheep – and other top stories today, World News,Stay in the know with a recap of our top stories today. 1. Cristiano Ronaldo moves out of $11m new home because of sheep Cristiano Ronaldo has moved out of his new home – because sh
Man, 71, gets jail for cheating CPF Board into giving him income support for over 10 years, Singapore News,SINGAPORE – For over a decade, the elderly man duped the Central Provident Fund (CPF) Board into thinking that he and his wife were employees of a company earning $1,000 a month so they would g
3 meal services you need to avoid the queues during lunchtime, Food News,Hi, worker! Do you go out for lunch? If you do, you will be familiar with the crowds and the queuing involved when you try to grab a bite around midday. Recent studies claim that we are spending around 24 minutes a day just wai
5 easy ways to show your support for local businesses affected by circuit breaker measures, Lifestyle News,It's never easy being a small business owner, but the Covid-19 outbreak has made things even more challenging for our local businesses. Many of them have been asked to close their doors te
Australia sticks by plan to re-open border in mid-2022, World News,Australia is sticking to plans to start re-opening to the rest of the world only from the middle of next year, officials said on Sunday (May 16), resisting mounting pressure to end the closure of international borders. In March 2020,
The rise and fall of Hong Kong's Apple Daily and media magnate Jimmy Lai, China News,HONG KONG, June 21 – Hong Kong pro-democracy newspaper Apple Daily will be forced to shut “in a matter of days” after authorities froze the company’s assets under a national security law, an adviser to jailed o
Daily roundup: Chinese teacher punishes students by forcing them to eat trash – and other top stories today, World News,Stay in the know with a recap of our top stories today. 1. Chinese teacher punishes students by forcing them to eat trash Several students from Shui Quan High in Henan, China, wer
Chinese prosecutors drop case against former Alibaba employee accused of sexual assault, China News,SHANGHAI, Sept 7 – Chinese prosecutors have dropped a case against a former Alibaba Group Holding Ltd employee accused of sexually assaulting a female colleague, saying they had determined he had comm
No joke: Woman gets a big sss-scare at Singapore Zoo, Asia News,Get your dose of humorous and wacky stories that happened this week. It was a chance to get up close and personal with rainforest animals. The excitement (or trepidation) of two zoo visitors were palpable, as they held a snake in their
'It's a big day in my life but a big day for the country': Australia swears in new Labor PM Albanese, World News,SYDNEY – Australia's Labor Party leader Anthony Albanese was sworn in as the country's 31st prime minister on Monday (May 23), ending nearly a decade of rule by t
Public Service Medal recipient charged with corruption, Singapore News,SINGAPORE – A former executive chairman at two mosques allegedly advised a company director on the price of quotes for work done at the mosques. In return, the director allegedly rewarded him with shares in a travel company. On F
Former radio DJ Daniel Ong to tie the knot with artist girlfriend, Entertainment News,SINGAPORE – Former radio DJ turned businessman Daniel Ong is getting hitched again. The 43-year-old proposed to his girlfriend Fay Tan – an artist and founder of her own art studio Art Chamber – while on holiday in
Celebrity surgeon Dr. Oz jumps into Senate contest, World News,WASHINGTON – Celebrity heart surgeon Dr Mehmet Oz on Tuesday (Nov 30) said he would mount a Republican bid for a US Senate seat for Pennsylvania, shaking up what could be one of the most competitive races in next year's congressiona
Craft beer delivery in Singapore: Where to shop affordable brews and cult breweries online, Lifestyle News,We might be coming to the end of Singapore's circuit breaker, but with the easing of restrictions to happen in over three phases, our craft beer bars will have to remain closed until furth
Virtual reality brings France's prehistoric Lascaux caves back into view, Digital News,PARIS – Nearly six decades after France's prehistoric Lascaux caves were made off-limits, visitors will be once again be able to tour the site — only this time in virtual reality. The cave network, disco
What's behind the decision to close Yale-NUS College?, Singapore News,SINGAPORE – More than a week since the shock announcement that Yale-NUS College will close its doors in 2025, students and alumni are still wondering if they will get a more detailed explanation of the decision. On Aug 27, th
Teacher knifed to death in France after showing class cartoons of Prophet Mohammad, World News,PARIS – A middle school history teacher in France was knifed to death near the school where earlier this month he had shown his pupils cartoons of the Prophet Mohammad, considered blasphemous by Muslims, F
Nightclubs and cafes reopen in Auckland as marathon lockdown ends, World News,WELLINGTON – Aucklanders returned to nightclubs, cinemas and cafes on Friday (Dec 3) as New Zealand's biggest city exited pandemic lockdown after more than 100 days. Retailers threw open their doors to vaccinated cust
Taliban release media guidelines, ban shows with female actors, Asia News,KABUL – The Taliban administration has released a set of restrictions on Afghan media, including banning television dramas that included female actors and ordering women news presenters to wear \”Islamic hijab\”. Afghanistan
Looking for a therapist in Singapore? Here are some things to note, Lifestyle News,Everyone and their neighbour are discussing about mental health nowadays, but unfortunately, there’s still a stigma surrounding visiting therapists to seek treatments. Singapore’s competitive environment leads many to
What to do when you lose your Singapore National Registration Identity Card (NRIC), Lifestyle News,As a Singaporean citizen or Permanent Resident, you'll be issued with a pink or blue National Registration Identity Card (NRIC) respectively, and will be responsible for its safe custody and to pr
Red meat is back on the menu, if a new review of its risks is to be believed, Lifestyle News,LONDON – Cutting back on red and processed meat brings few if any health benefits, according to a review of studies involving millions of people, a finding that contradicts dietary advice of leading internat
Daily roundup: Lim Jae-hyuk works multiple part-time jobs despite All of Us Are Dead's success — and other top stories today, Asia News,Stay in the know with a recap of our top stories today. 1. Nothing special changed in my bank account: Lim Jae-hyuk works multiple part-time jobs despite All
UK to expand drone no-fly zones near airports next month, World News,LONDON – No-fly zones for drones within 5km of British airports will come into force next month, the government said on Wednesday (Feb 20), after drone sightings caused severe disruption at Heathrow and Gatwick airports. \”The enlar
Man arrested following gunshots at Canberra airport, World News,SYDNEY – Australian capital Canberra's airport was evacuated and a man arrested after gunshots were heard in the main terminal building, police said on Sunday. One person has been taken into custody and a firearm was recovered, the
Covid-19: Online gaming booms as virus lockdowns keep millions at home, Digital News,HONG KONG – When two Spanish footballers took to the controls of FIFA 20 after the coronavirus pandemic saw their La Liga match cancelled, a stadium-sized virtual audience watched online. The huge digital crowd last
New Delhi shuts schools, colleges again due to air pollution, Asia News,NEW DELHI – India's capital New Delhi has ordered the closure of schools and colleges until further notice from Friday (Dec 3) after the Supreme Court criticised the city government for reopening educational institutions de
Tokyo 2020 CEO says Tokyo Olympics will create model for pandemic Games, Asia News,TOKYO – The Tokyo Olympics will provide a model for hosting the Games during a pandemic after rising Covid-19 infections forced organisers to ban spectators at most events, Tokyo 2020 chief executive Toshiro Muto said
Justin Bieber suspends world tour after suffering exhaustion, Entertainment News,Justin Bieber has suspended his world tour after suffering \”exhaustion\”. The 28-year-old pop star postponed a series of concerts earlier this year after being diagnosed with Ramsay Hunt syndrome — a rare neurological co
Polio virus found in New York City wastewater, suggesting local transmission, World News,Health officials identified the virus that causes polio in New York City's wastewater, suggesting local transmission of the virus, state authorities said on Friday (Aug 12), urging unvaccinated New Yorkers
Top statistician Saw Swee Hock dies at 89, Singapore News,SINGAPORE – Leading Singaporean philanthropist and statistics expert Professor Saw Swee Hock, died on Tuesday (Feb 16) at the age of 89. During his lifetime, Prof Saw donated generously to institutes of higher learning, most notably to the Na
China's coronavirus death toll climbs to 1,110 as Hubei reports 94 new deaths, China News,BEIJING – The number of fatalities from China’s new coronavirus epidemic jumped to 1,113 nationwide on Wednesday (Feb 12) after hard-hit Hubei province reported 94 new deaths. In its daily update, Hubei’s
WHO says monkeypox remains global health emergency, World News,The monkeypox outbreak continues to represent a global health emergency, which is the World Health Organisation (WHO)'s highest level of alert, the UN agency's Emergency Committee said on Tuesday (Nov 1). The WHO label, a \”publ
South Korea constitutional court to rule on decades-old abortion ban, Asia News,SEOUL – South Korea's constitutional court is to rule on Thursday (April 11) on the legality of a decades-old abortion ban that campaigners say endangers women, in what could be a historic decision. The South is one
Dozens of Thai protesters injured after rally near king's palace, Asia News,BANGKOK – More than 30 civilians and police were injured in anti-government protests in Thailand, an emergency medical centre said on Sunday after police used water cannon, teargas and rubber bullets to disperse the ral
Man dies after falling off e-scooter in Tanah Merah Coast Road, Singapore News,SINGAPORE – A 30-year-old man died in hospital on Tuesday morning (Sept 24) after he fell off his e-scooter in Tanah Merah Coast Road. Preliminary investigations suggest that he lost control of his e-scooter, police said
Check out Chanel Coco Game Center, the super fun beauty pop-up in Singapore, Women News,If you haven't heard of Chanel's Coco Game Center, where have you been? The brand's arcade themed beauty pop-up has just arrived in Singapore. It will open its doors (at The Luxe Art Museum on Hand
I try a rubber band hack to seal up gaps found on ill-fitting masks and I won't recommend it, Lifestyle News,We may be out of the circuit breaker and into phase one of reopening Singapore, but some things haven't quite changed yet, such as the mandatory wearing of a mask whenever you head
'Nut rage' Korean Air heiress questioned for illegal maids, Asia News,A Korean Air heiress known for a \”nut rage\” tantrum that sparked national uproar was summoned for questioning Thursday for illegally hiring immigrants to work as maids, the latest scandal to engulf her billionaire family
Cocktails and hazmat suits mingle in the Beijing Olympics bubble , China News,ZHANGJIAKOU, China – A bartender in the Chinese ski resort of Zhangjiakou wears a blue and white hazmat suit as he pours a cocktail, before passing the drink to a similarly attired waiter who shuffles across the room in bl
