Wuhan virus: 2 new confirmed cases in Singapore, bringing total to 7; no entry or transit for new visitors from Hubei, Singapore News,SINGAPORE – Two new cases of Wuhan virus have been confirmed in Singapore, bringing the total number of infected people here to seven, the Health Ministry said on Tue
Man suspected of killing wife, 3 children in Australia car fire, World News,SYDNEY – An ex-rugby league player is suspected of killing his three children and estranged wife by setting fire to their car, in what Australian police described as one of the most horrific incidents they have encountered.
Singapore growth to moderate further next year, global inflation seen easing: MAS, Money News,SINGAPORE – Singapore's economic growth is expected to moderate further next year, tracking a slowdown in its major trading partners, while global inflation is expected to ease in 2023, the head of the
Wuhan virus: Public hospitals in Singapore in 'outbreak response mode', Singapore News,SINGAPORE – All public hospital emergency departments here are on \”outbreak response mode\” as Singapore raises its defences against a mysterious virus that is spreading in China. \”We cannot rule out the
Antibodies induced by mRNA shots improve for months; blood cells damaged by Covid-19 cause blood vessel problems, World News,The following is a summary of some recent studies on Covid-19. They include research that warrants further study to corroborate the findings and that has yet to be certified b
Many babies of mRNA-vaccinated mums have antibodies at 6 months; moderate Covid-19 tied to higher childbirth risks, World News,The following is a summary of some recent studies on Covid-19. They include research that warrants further study to corroborate the findings and that has yet to be certified
In parched central India, no water means no wife, Asia News,Mr Ram Hetu was sure his 16th proposal would finally secure him a wife, but it didn't – just like all his other attempts to find a partner in central India's Bundelkhand region, where years of drought and water scarcity are keepin
Malaysian motorcyclist in coma after collision with truck in Mandai Avenue, Singapore News,SINGAPORE – A male motorcyclist suffered serious head injuries and went into a coma after a collision with a truck in Mandai on Sunday morning (April 7). The police said that they were alerted to the accident
WHO cautious on Covid-19 plasma as US issues emergency authorisation, World News,The World Health Organisation on Monday was cautious about endorsing the use of recovered Covid-19 patients’ plasma to treat those who are ill, saying evidence it works remains “low quality” even as the United States is
Out of ICU: Woman who tried to save boyfriend from fiery Tanjong Pagar crash, Singapore News,SINGAPORE – The woman who tried to save her boyfriend in the fiery Tanjong Pagar crash is out of intensive care and stable, said the Singapore General Hospital (SGH) in an update on Tuesday (Feb 23). Ms Rayb
Omicron poses 'very high' risk but data on severity limited, World News,GENEVA — The Omicron coronavirus variant, reported in more than 60 countries, poses a \”very high\” global risk, with some evidence that it evades vaccine protection but clinical data on its severity is limited, the Worl
R. Kelly sues Brooklyn jail for putting him on suicide watch, Entertainment News,NEW YORK — R. Kelly on Friday (July 1) sued the Brooklyn jail that has housed him since his racketeering and sex crimes conviction, saying it wrongly put him on suicide watch after he received a 30-year prison sentence
3 new Covid-19 clusters detected locally, including Bishan and Sengkang bus interchanges, Singapore News,SINGAPORE – Two of the three new Covid-19 clusters announced yesterday involve 22 people, including 16 staff, at the Bishan and Sengkang bus interchanges, said the Ministry of Health (MOH). There
Indonesia's health system on the brink as coronavirus surge looms, Asia News,Indonesia has a significant deficit in hospital beds, medical staff and intensive care facilities as health experts warn that it is primed to become a new epicentre of the coronavirus pandemic, according to data review
Greta Thunberg says she 'likely' had new coronavirus, World News,Swedish climate activist Greta Thunberg said Tuesday that it was \”extremely likely\” that she had contracted the new coronavirus, after experiencing several symptoms following a trip to central Europe. \”Around ten days ago I s
4 Common Illnesses You Can Catch on Holiday | Health Plus, Health News,Holidays are great, but only if no one falls sick or has to struggle to enjoy a party! In case you are starting to fret, here are some information and useful tips from specialists on common illnesses contracted during the holiday
13 businesses you didn't know are run by local celebrities, Entertainment News,These Singaporean celebs may be familiar faces on the small screens, but did you know that they are also entrepreneurs? From F&B establishments to skincare products, here are some local celebrities who are bosses
Thailand welcomes tourists back as Bangkok protests heat up, Asia News,BANGKOK – Thailand received a group of tourists from China on Tuesday (Oct 20), its first such arrivals since commercial flights were banned in April to combat the coronavirus pandemic, the visitors seemingly undeterred by escala
Kindergarten teacher in China arrested for 'poisoning 23 pupils' , China News,Twenty-three pupils at a kindergarten in central China were taken to hospital last week after a teacher allegedly poisoned their morning porridge, state-run reported Monday. The teacher at the school in Jiaozuo c
Hoping to catch Covid-19 and 'get it over with'? You should think again, Singapore News,SINGAPORE – If you are thinking of dropping your guard and hoping to catch Covid-19 just to \”get it over with\” and \”enjoy\” the resultant immunity, you should think again, say experts. After multiple wav
