Scrip dividend scheme: Why getting paid in shares is one wise investment move, Money News,Cash or shares — which would you pick for your dividends? Here’s what scrip dividends are and reasons for investors to choose either option. What’s the scrip dividend scheme? Some companies give out dividends t
Second booster shields elderly from Covid-19 but protection wanes quickly: Study, World News,A fourth dose of the Pfizer/BioNTech vaccine lowered rates of Covid-19 among the elderly but the protection against infection appeared short-lived, a large study in Israel has found. The second booster'
In wink to Ukraine, Britain, Macron suggests new European entity, World News,PARIS – French President Emmanuel Macron said on Monday (May 9) that he was in favour of a new type of \”political European community\” that would allow countries outside the European Union, including Ukraine and Britain, to
Personal loan promotions in Singapore 2021, Money News,Different banks have different names for it but the personal instalment loan is one of the most common loans you can find on the market. The principle is the same: you borrow a specific sum, pay a one-time processing fee (which is sometimes waiv
Air travel bubble: Some Singapore-Hong Kong first flights sold out, air tickets hit $1,000, Singapore News,SYDNEY – The opening of Asia's first \”travel bubble\” allowing tourism without quarantines since the coronavirus pandemic hit has sparked a surge in searches and bookings for travel between
Eating super-hot chili could give you a 'thunderclap' headache, Health News,Eating super-hot chili peppers can have painful effects that extend beyond a blazing mouth, doctors warn. After downing a \”Carolina Reaper,\” billed as the world's hottest chili pepper at the time, a 34-year-ol
Fortune favours the bold: 10 SMEs that rose above the Covid pandemic, Money News,Even as Covid-19 continues to batter Singapore’s economy, some homegrown companies have bloomed in the adversity. Ten towkays talk about how their firms navigated the crisis with a combination of luck, persistence and f
North Korea fires suspected missile as South Korea breaks ground for 'peace' railway, Asia News,SEOUL – North Korea fired a suspected ballistic missile off its east coast on Wednesday (Jan 5), just hours before South Korean President Moon Jae-in attended a groundbreaking ceremony for a rai
Doctors probe whether Covid-19 is causing diabetes, World News,Mario Buelna, a healthy 28-year-old father, caught a fever and started having trouble breathing in June. He soon tested positive for Covid-19. Weeks later, after what had seemed like a recovery, he felt weak and started vomiting. At 3am
Why methane emissions are threatening climate stability, 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. Methane emissions have emerged as a top threat to the global climate,
Benjamin Glynn released from prison, to be deported, Singapore News,SINGAPORE – Briton Benjamin Glynn is preparing to get deported after he was released from prison on Wednesday (Aug 18). The 40-year-old former recruitment consultant was sentenced to six weeks' jail on Wednesday after he was co
Here's why the Basic Retirement Sum isn't something Singaporeans should be worrying about, Money News,Depending on who you believe, you may think our CPF savings are like Russia. You know it's there, I know it's there. But very few Singaporeans have actually travelled there and e
Hong Kong democracy leader Joshua Wong jailed a second time for 2014 protest, Asia News,HONG KONG – Hong Kong democracy activist Joshua Wong, 21, was sentenced to a second jail term of three months on Wednesday (Jan 17) for his role in the 2014 pro-democracy \”Umbrella Movement\” street occupations. W
Chinese actor Jiang Jinfu turns himself in to Japanese police over girlfriend's assault, Asia News,TOKYO – A week after his girlfriend said he had physically assaulted her, Chinese actor Jiang Jinfu turned himself in to the authorities. The 27-year-old, who was wearing a face mask and hat, was
Cop's wife admits starving maid to 24kg, torturing her to death, Singapore News,SINGAPORE – Chilling footage of an emaciated domestic worker being grabbed by the hair and shaken like a rag doll was played in court on Tuesday (Feb 23). Her Singaporean employer, the wife of a police officer, admi
5 reasons why booking your post Covid-19 vacation today is a bad idea, Lifestyle News,For those who are used to travelling or had travel plans disrupted due to Covid-19 might be hit with a particularly strong case of wanderlust. As you stay home, you might come across several travel promotions that
Virtual reality workouts are set to trend in 2021, Digital News,One of the best things that came out of 2020 has been the rise in participation of at-home fitness classes, and the realisation that there are truly no limits when it comes to keeping fit. (Translation: No excuses.) While there’s no sho
Joey Wong, 52, stuns fans with Instagram photos where she looks half her age, Entertainment News,Joey Wong seems to have found the fountain of youth. The former actress, best known for her role as Nie Xiaoqian in 1987's A Chinese Ghost Story, recently resurfaced on Instagram to wish her fans a
Mum of 4 shares how young families can reach their financial goals, Money News,When you start a new family, you are excited to plan everything you want to do together. You must already be occupied with thinking about places you’re going to live, or where your kids will go to school, or the family ac
17 cheapest and newest BTO flats that have MOP-ed in 2022, Money News,2022 has seen a bumper crop of flats reach their MOP; around 31,000+ flats to be precise. Good news for home buyers who can’t wait for four to five years for a BTO flat, but there’s one problem: Many of these newer flats are at a
mm2 Asia partnering SPH to build lifestyle, entertainment and news portal under AsiaOne brand, Singapore News,SINGAPORE – Entertainment company mm2 Asia is tying up with Singapore Press Holdings (SPH) to build a lifestyle, entertainment and news portal. mm2 said on Wednesday (March 28) that it has e
Tencent doubles stake in Ubisoft with $421 million investment, stabilises developer’s future, Digital News,The march of Tencent to become a bigger player in the gaming space continues, as Ubisoft has announced a €300 million (S$421 million) investment by the Chinese giants into the publisher of Assa
China's Communist Party Congress closes, cementing Xi's status as 'core', China News,BEIJING – China's Communist Party on Saturday approved amendments to its constitution aimed at cementing the core status of Xi Jinping and the guiding role of his political thought within th
5 types of people who should get an endowment plan, Money News,Are you part of the endowment target audience? Find out if you are in need of an endowment plan and how they could help you achieve your financial goal. Endowment plans — like a lot of investment products out there — appeal to certain ty
Do you have these 2 financial parachutes ready before you invest?, Money News,Have you ever skydived before? From what I hear from friends who've done it, skydiving is an exhilarating, once-in-a-lifetime experience. They talk about the excitement and anticipation you feel when you first board t
GE2020: Former ministers Lim Hng Kiang, Lim Swee Say step down as MPs, Singapore News,With the nomination of candidates at this year's general election done and dusted, former ministers Lim Hng Kiang and Lim Swee Say have in principle retired from politics, stepping down as MPs. The pair were n
Lotte takes over duty-free liquor and tobacco stores at Changi Airport, offering 7 per cent discount on selected items from June 12, Lifestyle News,Following the departure of DFS on June 8, Changi Airport Group welcomed South Korean travel retailer Lotte Duty Free as Changi Airport’s new liquor and
4 important lessons we learned investing in 2019, Money News,2019 has gone by in a blink of an eye. It has been a tumultuous year in the market, filled with the uncertainties of geopolitical events such as the US-China trade war, the UK (still) leaving the EU, and the now-withdrawn extradition bill
How Support Groups Help in Long-Term Sobriety – TIME BUSINESS NEWS,Introduction Long-term sobriety is rarely a solo endeavor. After the initial detox and structured treatment phase, the true test begins — navigating daily life without returning to substance use. This phase is often more daunting, no
Watch out: Carousell user pays $2,600 deposit for Rolex watch that never got delivered, Singapore News,A 37-year-old man was arrested on Tuesday (Sept 6) for allegedly cheating a Carousell user into paying a $2,600 deposit for a Rolex watch that he then failed to deliver. The police said they receiv
5 well-known Singapore stocks I'd avoid in 2021, Money News,We recently featured several Singapore-listed companies to consider buying for the new year . They were hand-picked from a universe of stocks listed here and in the US as they have certain characteristics that I like. Flipping that log
Myanmar's ousted leader Aung San Suu Kyi appears in prison uniform for first time in court, Asia News,YANGON – Myanmar's ousted leader Aung San Suu Kyi appeared in court on Friday (Dec 17) wearing a white top and a brown wraparound longyi that is the typical uniform for prisoners in the So
SM Teo Chee Hean to be acting prime minister in PM Lee's absence until 4G finds a new leader, Singapore News,SINGAPORE – Senior Minister Teo Chee Hean will be acting prime minister whenever Prime Minister Lee Hsien Loong is absent, an arrangement that will continue until the fourth generation (
A next-generation Bioshock game is being developed by 2K Games, Digital News,Bioshock games have always been some of the most thoughtful and narrative-driven first-person shooters around. They have also been highly successful, so it's not a huge surprise that publisher 2K Games has another Bios
Women more likely to die of heart attack if doctor is male: Study, Health News,TAMPA – Women suffering heart attacks in hospital emergency rooms in the United States are more likely to die if their doctor is a man than a woman, warned a study on Monday (Aug 6). The study was based on more than 500,0
3 key things to take note for dividend stocks, Money News,In Singapore, many of us dream of being financially free and the ability to retire with a stable, passive income. Investing in dividend-paying stocks has become one of the popular ways to achieve this goal. Imagine receiving a regular dividen
