World economy to top $136 trillion in 2022 for first time: Report, Money News,LONDON – The world's economic output will exceed $100 trillion (S$136 trillion) for the first time next year and it will take China a little longer than previously thought to overtake the United States as the No.1 eco
Jacqueline Wong apologises for cheating on Kenneth Ma with Andy Hui; doesn't mention Sammi Cheng, Entertainment News,A day after she was caught cheating with Andy Hui, Jacqueline Wong said she \”has made a great mistake and is full of regret\”. She is \”sorry to her family, company, and boyfriend
Dengue suspected of killing dozens as Indian state suffers worst outbreak in years, Asia News,NEW DELHI – An outbreak of dengue fever is suspected of killing dozens of people in India's northern state of Uttar Pradesh since the start of September, and authorities have launched a campaign to des
Fake news: Natural viruses require natural cures, not vaccines, Lifestyle News,Shared widely on Facebook, posts are claiming that “Any virus that originated from nature has its remedy & cure from nature. ONLY VIRUSES made in laboratories require vaccines.” (here, here) This claim is false. For t
Church 'not afraid of history': Pope Francis to open secret Pius XII archives, World News,VATICAN CITY – Saying the \”Church is not afraid of history\”, Pope Francis announced on Monday he plans to open fully the Vatican's secret archives on the wartime pontificate of Pope Pius XII, a h
11 Singapore Twitch streamers to check out in 2021, Digital News,While video game streaming, or streaming in general, has been around for some time now, 2020 was the year it felt like the format really hit its stride. As folks find new ways to entertain themselves services, like Twitch, help users d
From film reels to hard drives: He has kept movie lovers happy for more than three decades, Lifestyle News,It's usually never good news when the police turn up at your workplace looking for you. But in Bilal Sapuan's case, it was one of those rare times that it was a much welcomed visit –
Japan abuzz over wedding bells for telegenic son of former PM Koizumi, Asia News,TOKYO – The son of Japan's former leader Junichiro Koizumi and a popular choice for prime minister in his own right set the country afire on Wednesday (Aug 7) with news that he will marry and soon become a father.
Woman fatally stabbed husband in front of daughter before taking her own life: State Coroner, Singapore News,SINGAPORE – A woman armed herself with two knives and attacked her husband with them in front of their 14-year-old daughter. The 35-year-old woman managed to stab her husband in the abdomen b
Chinese superstars Faye Wong and Na Ying steal new year show with first duet in 20 years , Entertainment News,BEIJING: Two of China's most famous and well-loved pop stars stole the show at state television's annual glitzy, often much mocked marathon show welcoming in the lunar new year on
Hideo Kojima's Silent Hills rumoured to return as PS5 exclusive, Digital News,Sony is reportedly working together with Konami on two Silent Hill games, one being a soft reboot of the series and another a revival of Hideo Kojima's cancelled Silent Hills game. The rumours were reported by Re
King Charles greets public outside Buckingham as crowds gather to mourn Queen Elizabeth, World News,LONDON – Britain’s King Charles shook hands with dozens of members of the public outside Buckingham Palace on Friday, as emotional well-wishers snapped pictures and greeted the new monarch following t
Surgery restores arm function in some paralysed patients: Study, World News,PARIS – Surgeons in Australia have managed to restore arm function in paralysed patients, allowing them to feed themselves, use tools and handle electronic devices, according to the results of a groundbreaking study released
Singapore Airlines expects to inch closer to pre-pandemic capacity by 2022-end, Money News,Singapore Airlines Ltd (SIA) said it expects passenger capacity to reach about 81 per cent of pre-pandemic levels by December as flyers rush to the skies after the easing of Covid-19 curbs. The upbeat forecast
Chinese snap up ailing French fashion label Lanvin , Business Wires News,Paris – Chinese conglomerate Fosun snapped up the ailing French fashion label Lanvin Thursday and promised to help revive its fortunes. Lanvin, the oldest French luxury house still in existence, has been in turmoil since the sh
Police investigate 115 scammers after five-day operation, Singapore News,SINGAPORE – The police are investigating 115 people for their suspected involvement in scams after a five-day operation last week. The suspects are believed to be involved in 214 cases of scams, mostly in the area of e-commerce
14 condos you can get with $1.5m within 1km of popular primary school in the North-East, Money News,There’s no two ways about it – education is a big part of Singapore. As much as other cultures like to joke about Asian parents and their fascination with their kids becoming lawyers and doctors, ther
Volocopter eyes launch of its electric helicopter taxis in Singapore, Digital News,German startup Volocopter said Singapore is emerging as one of the most likely destinations for the commercial launch of its electric helicopters, where it hopes to offer short-hop flights for the price of a limousine
The Predator lives to hunt in Prey trailer, prequel film out in August, Entertainment News,The first full trailer for Prey leaked online (without audio) a couple of days ago, and now 20th Century Studios has officially released the two-minute trailer. The new film is directed by Dan Trachtenberg (Th
Car sharing platforms in Singapore: A price comparison, Lifestyle News,As the government eases social distancing measures, more people will begin leaving their homes to get to work and get errands done. If you don't have your own car, utilising the many car sharing platforms could be a good opt
Manchester suicide bomber was rescued by British navy in 2014 from Libya, World News,LONDON – A British man who killed 22 people in an attack in Manchester at the end of a show by US singer Ariana Grande was rescued from the civil war in Libya three years before by the British navy, the Daily Mail r
Mick Jagger said to be bisexual as new book alleges he had flings with 2 Rolling Stones members, Entertainment News,Sir Mick Jagger has been branded bisexual in a new book that alleges he had flings with two members of The Rolling Stones. Writer Lesley-Ann Jones says in her new book The Stone Age he
'TP wannabe': Motorcyclist shares nifty 'hack' to get drivers to give way, Singapore News,Getting stuck in traffic is a bummer, but one motorcyclist might have just found a clever hack to save himself some time on the road. His solution? Sticking red and blue decals on his white
Former AOA member Kwon Mina attempted suicide, now unconscious: Reports, Entertainment News,South Korean media reported earlier this afternoon (July 29) that K-pop singer Kwon Mina has attempted suicide. A friend was unable to contact Mina on the phone and went to her home to check on her this morni
The Weeknd reveals new album is 'coming soon', Entertainment News,The Weeknd has revealed his new album is \”coming soon\”. The 28-year-old singer may have just released a six-track EP 'My Dear Melancholy' in March this year, but he's already got big plans for the full-length
14 deaths, 3,174 new Covid-19 cases on Oct 25, Singapore News,SINGAPORE- Fourteen people between the ages of 60 and 93 have died of complications linked to Covid-19, the Ministry of Health (MOH) said on Monday (Oct 25). All of them had various underlying medical conditions, said MOH in its daily vir
Jessica Simpson was killing herself with drugs and alcohol to block out child abuse pain, Entertainment News,Jessica Simpson was \”killing [herself]\” with drugs and alcohol when trying to block out the pain of being abused as a child. The 39-year-old star was warned by doctors that her self-medicatio
Man lights up his Mini Electric to spread festive cheer and raise money for charity, Lifestyle News,A Mini Electric wrapped in 2,000 smart LED lights will be making rounds in the UK this festive season to raise money for three important charities in the UK, the MS Trust, Duchenne UK and Alzheimer&#x
Man in China kills 40-year-old intellectually-disabled man to replace another corpse for cremation , China News,A Chinese court has upheld its verdict in sentencing a man to death for killing an intellectually-disabled man with the intention to use his body as a replacement for another corpse. The \”
TikTok reinforces privacy controls for teenagers, Digital News,BRUSSELS, Aug 12 – Chinese-owned short video-sharing app TikTok on Thursday (Aug 12) announced stricter privacy controls for teenagers, seeking to address criticism that it has failed to protect children from hidden advertising and inapp
'This is ridiculous!' Lin Ching-hsia laughs off divorce rumours, Entertainment News,Is Brigitte Lin Ching-hsia single again, or is she not? The 65-year-old screen icon has finally broken her silence on rumours surrounding her 'divorce' with Michael Ying. She was back in her homet
Gary Oldman ready to retire from acting, Entertainment News,Gary Oldman is ready to retire from acting. The 64-year-old star has no plans to still be \”active\” in his career when he turns 80 and still has other interests he'd like to find the time for before it's too late, so would be \”very
Underwater World Singapore fined $105k over safety lapses found after diver's death, Singapore News,SINGAPORE – Underwater World Singapore (UWS) was fined $105,000 on Tuesday (March 23) over lapses in safety measures that investigators found after a stingray fatally stung one of its divers in 2
Covid-19 can invade nearly every major organ system in the body according to research, Lifestyle News,Since the onslaught of Covid-19 infections, health authorities and news outlets have warned about coronavirus dangers in especially the elderly, individuals with existing pre-medical conditions and
Philippines to deport American Catholic priest wanted for sex crimes, Asia News,MANILA – Philippine law enforcement agents have arrested a 77-year-old American Catholic priest on a warrant for sex crimes issued by a court in the United States, a spokeswoman for the immigration authorities said on Th
HP to cut up to 6,000 jobs over next 3 years, Money News,HP Inc said on Tuesday (Nov 22) it expects to cut up to 6,000 jobs by the end of fiscal 2025, or about 12 per cent of its global workforce, at a time when sales of personal computers and laptops are sliding as shoppers tighten budgets. The PC
Australian man gets life sentence in Philippine child sex abuse case, Asia News,MANILA – An Australian man has been sentenced to life in a Philippine prison as part of a notorious child sex abuse case in which prosecutors say he chained the victims like dogs. Peter Scully still faces another trial a
Hong Kong port slips from global top 5 for first time; Singapore stays resilient at no. 2, China News,HONG KONG – Hong Kong's port, which once vied with rival Singapore for global dominance, has slipped out of the world's top five busiest shipping container terminals for the first time, ne
2 sons of former president Ong Teng Cheong facing off in court battle over family business, Singapore News,SINGAPORE – The two sons of former Singapore president Ong Teng Cheong are facing off in court in a dispute over shareholdings in the holding company that controls the family business. Older br
Xi says at summit with Asean that China will never seek hegemony, China News,BEIJING – Chinese President Xi Jinping told leaders of the 10-country Association of Southeast Asian Nations (Asean) at a summit on Monday (Nov 22) that Beijing would not coerce its smaller regional neighbours, Chinese stat
Scarlett Johansson says Black Widow would not have happened 10 years ago, Entertainment News,Scarlett Johansson believes that Black Widow is being released at the perfect time. The character made her debut in Iron Man 2 in 2010 and is now set to get a standalone film a decade later. Scarlett has dis
Wealth tax: How it could affect Singapore’s property market, Money News,There has been growing debate in different societal circles, including within the government, about the pros and cons of a wealth tax in Singapore. This isn’t unique to us, of course. In other countries such as the US, the UK, a
Emilia Clarke thanks 'unbelievable' paramedics for saving her life, Entertainment News,Emilia Clarke is thankful for the \”unbelievable\” paramedics who helped save her life when she suffered a brain aneurysm. The 'Game of Thrones' actress has endured two health scares in 2011 and
80s Hong Kong idol Margie Tsang turns into fan girl after bumping into Chow Yun Fat, Entertainment News,Imagine going about your weekly grocery shopping in the supermarket and turning a corner only to bump into the ultimate auntie-killer in the Chinese-speaking entertainment world — Chow Yun Fat. Wh
Chris Evans named People magazine's 'sexiest man alive', Entertainment News,Captain America actor Chris Evans was named People Magazine's \”sexiest man alive\” for 2022 on Monday (Nov 8), following his Marvel co-star Paul Rudd having the title in 2021. Evans, who is 41 and single,
Kremlin critic Navalny defiant but gaunt after ending hunger strike, World News,Kremlin critic Alexei Navalny denounced Russian President Vladimir Putin as a “naked, thieving king” on Thursday, looking gaunt but defiant in a courtroom video link from prison, his first public appearance since ending
Taiwanese actress Cheryl Yang's now known as 'Mrs Chen', Entertainment News,It's the most wonderful time of the year, and love is in the air. Taiwanese actress Cheryl Yang is the latest in a line of celebrities who've announced their nuptials in recent days. The 41-year-old
Webb Space Telescope renders Pillars of Creation with new depth, clarity, World News,One of the most celebrated, awe-inspiring images of modern astronomy, revealing colossal spires of interstellar gas and dust called the Pillars of Creation, has been rendered anew with greater depth, clarity and col
Himalaya yogi ran India's top bourse as puppet master, regulator says, Asia News,MUMBAI – The former head of India's largest stock exchange shared confidential information with a yogi and sought his advice on crucial decisions, a probe by the market regulator has found, ahead of the bourse
Do HDB flats on lower floors have poorer resale value?, Money News,With resale Housing & Development Board (HDB) flats continuing their relentless ascend to record prices in nearly a decade, it seems that owners can do no wrong, regardless of which floor their flats are located on. But did you k
K-drama Little Women partially filmed here but Singapore gets no love during media conference, still Kim Go-eun is hilarious, Entertainment News,Just last month, K-drama fans in Singapore got a glimpse of some of their favourite stars in person, going out in throngs to Robinson Road to catch the fil
Video: Walk-through of a jumbo HDB flat in Ang Mo Kio which just sold for $1.03m, Lifestyle News,Despite the Covid-19 situation, a HDB jumbo flat in Singapore has managed to trade hands at a record $1,030,000, according to a report by 99.co. The 1,916 sq ft jumbo flat, which was also featured in Hom
Investing in property in Singapore: Singapore property tax and buying guide, Money News,For most ordinary Singaporeans who aren’t CEOs, ministers, investment bankers or heart surgeons, there are two main ways to get rich quick — win the lottery, or buy Singapore property and hope its value skyrocket
Terry Crews says White Chicks sequel in the works?, Entertainment News,Terry Crews has insisted a White Chicks sequel is in the works. The 50-year-old actor – who starred as Latrell Spencer in the 2004 comedy movie – has revealed the hit film will soon be getting a sequel. Speaking on Watch What Hap
6 reasons why you may want to avoid a friend or family as a property agent , Lifestyle News,It's a common enough practice in Singapore: you have a friend or relative who is a property agent, so you'd feel bad not asking them to manage the buying or selling of your home. But what happens wh
Storylines is the residential cruise you won't want to leave, Lifestyle News,Endless travel. Sounds like a pipe dream, but it’s possible – if you’re one of the lucky few to snag a room aboard residential yachts like The World, which launched in 2002. It’s the big daddy of residential cruise lin
HDB's Proximity Housing Grant (PHG) for resale flats: All you need to know, Money News,All hail HDB’s Proximity Housing Grant (PHG) — the government’s way of encouraging Singaporeans to stay close to their families and maintain a robust intergenerational support system! Here’s the basics about
Pakistan court sentences child killer, rapist to death , Asia News,LAHORE, Pakistan – A Pakistani anti-terrorism court on Saturday sentenced a suspected serial killer to death for the rape and murder of a seven-year-old girl, a prosecutor said. The girl's murder ignited nationwide protests over
Daily roundup: Jade Rasif wears cheeky Covid-19 vaccination report T-shirt — and other top stories today, Asia News,Stay in the know with a recap of our top stories today. 1. Flex your vax: Jade Rasif wears cheeky Covid-19 vaccination report T-shirt Just to be clear, a T-shirt like this will not be
Millions left behind as diabetes drives surge in insulin demand: Study, Health News,LONDON – A global diabetes epidemic is fuelling record demand for insulin but tens of millions will not get the injections they need unless there is a dramatic improvement in access and affordability, a new study con
5-year-old boy with special needs accidentally sets fire to family's rented Choa Chu Kang home, Singapore News,While playing with a lighter in the storeroom, a five-year-old boy with special needs accidentally set fire to his family's rented HDB flat. The fire occurred on Wednesday (Oct 20
Elton John launches final world tour, Entertainment News,PENNSYLVANIA – British singer Elton John launched his final world tour in Pennsylvania on Saturday (Sept 8), which will bring to an end a career of five decades. The Farewell Yellow Brick Road tour will take the singer across five continents f
France launches nationwide probe into baby arm deformations, World News,PARIS – France has launched a nationwide probe into incidents of babies being born with either missing or malformed arms after abnormal rates of deformations were detected in several regions of the country, a top public health o
China's Xi sticks with Covid-19 stance despite anger, economic headwinds, China News,BEIJING – For many leaders, mounting public anger and a rapidly worsening economic outlook would be cause for worry and a policy rethink. But Chinese President Xi Jinping, who doubtless would prefer smoother sa
Twitter launches Super Follows paid subscription on iOS, Digital News,Twitter is rolling out Super Follows, its premium subscription feature, today. First revealed in February, Super Follows will allow users to subscribe to accounts for a monthly subscription fee in exchange for exclusive content. N
High Court awards woman bigger share of $13.8m of assets in divorce case, Singapore News,SINGAPORE – The High Court has awarded the ex-wife of a business executive more than half of their matrimonial assets worth $13.8 million, stating that she had prioritised their children over her career. In his
Exclusive breastfeeding tied to healthier cholesterol in teens, Health News,Babies who consume nothing but breast milk for their first three months of life may have healthier cholesterol levels by adolescence than infants who drink formula, a new study suggests. Pediatricians recommend that mothers
China and Australia target Pacific with coronavirus aid, World News,SYDNEY – Beijing has ramped up its diplomatic push into the Pacific, pledging coronavirus aid and medical advice, although its efforts are being impeded as islands close borders to stop the spread of the disease from hotspots includ
Counselling in Singapore – free & affordable help for mental healthcare, Lifestyle News,We’re always joking about slaving our lives away, but that’s only because it’s true — very often, living, studying and working in Singapore can feel like being a pressure cooker. According to the second Singapore
Could this be the reason for revealing the identity of Anthony Wong's illegitimate son?, Entertainment News,Over the past week, news of Hong Kong actor Anthony Wong having an illegitimate son became widespread after a woman, Joyce, told Hong Kong's Apple Daily of the 19-year-old's exi
Smog forces Bangkok schools to shut; respite in doubt due to crop burning, Asia News,BANGKOK – Thailand's capital on Tuesday (Jan 21) ordered schools closed due to unhealthy levels of air pollution, and there were doubts whether the situation would improve in the coming months as farmers burn t
Tennis: Shenzhen to host WTA Finals until 2028, China News,The southern Chinese city of Shenzhen will host the WTA Finals from 2019 for a decade with record prize money of $14 million for the season-ending event — a move welcomed by players. The elite tournament, which sees the top eight female pla
Ways to get kids to try new foods from a young age , Lifestyle News,A varied, healthy diet is crucial for a child's development, so it's important to introduce new flavours, ingredients and textures from as early as possible. But encouraging children to try new foods can be quite a challen
Prince William says BBC failed Diana with interview deceit, World News,LONDON – Britain's Prince William accused the BBC of failing his mother Princess Diana and poisoning her relationship with Prince Charles after an inquiry found a journalist for the broadcaster deceitfully obtained an interv
Singapore sports star spotlight: Shaheed Alam serves up a storm on tennis court, Lifestyle News,When it comes to tennis, Shaheed Alam is pretty hard to beat. The current Singapore Tennis Association 2022 Singles and Doubles champ has represented our colours at the Davis Cup (the world cup of tennis)
James Corden banned by owner of iconic New York restaurant, Entertainment News,James Corden has been banned by the owner of iconic Balthazar restaurant in New York. Restaurateur Keith McNally – who has a history of booting celebrities from his eateries – said he barred the Late Late Show host, 44, d
Whitney Houston, Notorious B.I.G among Rock Hall of Fame inductees, Entertainment News,NEW YORK – Pop icon Whitney Houston and rapper The Notorious B.I.G. are among this year's Rock and Roll Hall of Fame inductees, the institution announced on Wednesday (Jan 15). The late legends are joined by
3 reasons to keep investing even in a downturn, Money News,Last month, we entered into Bear market territory in record time. In less than a month, the stock market U-turn dramatically and we are back in Bull market territory, characterized by a 20 per cent appreciation from the low point. Investors
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
Myanmar activists stage 'bloody' protests against military, Asia News,Opponents of military rule in Myanmar splashed the colour red on Wednesday (April 14), the second day of the traditional new year holiday, in the latest phase of their campaign to restore democracy. Activists called for
Konami rides on NFT wave with Castlevania collection for 35th anniversary, Digital News,Non-fungible tokens, or NFTs for short, may not be the most necessary thing in the art world, but there's no denying their rising popularity in recent times. As Castlevania turns 35, Japanese gaming giant Ko
Toronto van attacker sentenced to life in prison, World News,TORONTO – A man who plowed a rented van into dozens of people on a busy Toronto street in 2018, killing 11, was sentenced to life in prison on Monday (June 13). Alek Minassian, 29, was found guilty last year of murdering 10 people and atte
Man, 32, admits to sexually abusing young godsons whom he sheltered at his flat, Singapore News,SINGAPORE – A jobless man, who was the godfather of two young brothers, offered to house the boys and their mother in his one-room flat after learning that they were staying at a crisis shelter. But durin
Global CO2 emissions to rise again, climate goals at risk, scientists say, 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. SHARM EL SHEIKH – Global carbon dioxide emissions f
Brain surgery depleted savings, mum passed away: Lawrence Wong shares career turning point in 2016, Entertainment News,The taste of success is sweet for Lawrence Wong, but many may not know that it came at a cost. In an interview with Shin Min Daily News on Monday (Nov 21), Lawrence shared how the y
Singapore GE2020: Balance in Parliament still important as Singapore fights Covid-19, says WP chief Pritam Singh, Singapore News,SINGAPORE – The balance in Parliament remains important even as Singapore fights Covid-19 together, said Workers' Party (WP) chief Pritam Singh on Saturday (June 27),
Vietnamese woman loses 30kg in 4 months after boyfriend cheats on her, Asia News,When a 21-year-old Vietnamese university student found out her boyfriend was cheating on her with her best friend, it gave her just the impetus she needed to turn her life around. Nguyễn Thị Thảo Nhi, 21, from Ho Chi Mi
Judge denies Ghislaine Maxwell new trial, will question juror on sex abuse claims, World News,A US judge on Thursday (Feb 24) will question a juror in Ghislaine Maxwell’s sex trafficking case who failed to disclose having been sexually abused as a child. US District Judge Alison Nathan in Manhattan
'Just waiting to die': Nicholas Tse shares how dad Patrick Tse is unable to manage his life, Entertainment News,Hong Kong star Nicholas Tse has revealed that his dad, former actor Patrick Tse has been unable to manage his daily life since retiring from showbiz and is at a stage where he&#x
Live-action Assassin's Creed series in the works at Netflix, Digital News,Well, no one expected this, but the world of Assassin’s Creed has snuck its way into Netflix in the form of a brand-new live-action TV series. The streamer recently announced that it will be developing a live-action TV ad
Workaholic Ya Hui drops acting for almost 6 months, discovers 'happiness is more important' through travels, Entertainment News,A good, long break is something we all need in these trying times and Ya Hui is no different. In a recent interview with Lianhe Zaobao, Ya Hui shared her reasons
The Walking Dead movie on hold due to Covid-19 but will be 'worth the wait', Entertainment News,The Walking Dead movie will be \”worth the wait\”, according to screenwriter Scott M. Gimple. Andrew Lincoln is set to return as Rick Grimes in the first movie adaptation of the hit TV series alth
Pioneer and Merdeka generations to receive up to $900 in MediSave top-ups in July, Singapore News,Singaporeans from the Pioneer and Merdeka generations will receive MediSave top-ups of between $200 and $900 next month. This year's MediSave top-ups will cost the Government $270 million, the Mini
Doctor gets 1 week in jail for car crash that injured 96-year-old woman, who died 4 days later, Singapore News,SINGAPORE – A doctor failed to keep a proper lookout while driving a car on Oct 8, 2019, and did not give way to another vehicle that had the right of way at a traffic junction. Ernest Fu W
Why is 'Superman' Henry Cavill willing to play second fiddle to a 16-year-old actress?, Entertainment News,With his chiseled jawline, rugged good looks, buff physique, and that iconic Superman curl, Henry Cavill is the perfect Man of Steel. And like that DC Comics superhero, the A-lister i
Myanmar sees 'blue shirt' protests over detentions, junta outlaws unity govt, Asia News,Myanmar anti-coup activists launched protests on Wednesday calling for the release of prisoners detained by the junta, as the military government declared a National Unity Government formed by its oppon
China's Baidu reveals its first quantum computer called Qianshi, Digital News,BEIJING – Chinese search engine giant Baidu Inc revealed its first quantum computer on Thursday (Aug 25) and is ready to make it available to external users, joining the global race to apply the technology to practica
Afghan journalists beaten in Taliban detention, editor says, Asia News,Two Afghan journalists were beaten in police custody this week after covering a protest by women in Kabul where they were detained by the Taliban, their editor said. Zaki Daryabi, founder and editor-in-chief of the Etilaat Roz ne
Rupert Grint admits filming Harry Potter series was 'quite suffocating', Entertainment News,Rupert Grint – who played Ron Weasley in the Harry Potter film franchise from 2001 to 2011 – admitted while it was \”a great experience\”, there were times when he wanted more for his life and career.
FarmVille comes to an end after 11 years on Facebook, Digital News,You know you’re old when you’ve played FarmVille on Facebook. As it turns out, however, the curtain will finally be closing on the browser-based farming sim game by Zynga by the end of the year. In a Zynga blog update, the game which
Amy Winehouse biopic in the works, Sam Taylor-Johnson to direct, Entertainment News,LONDON – A feature film about late British singer Amy Winehouse is in the works, with Fifty Shades of Grey director Sam Taylor-Johnson at the helm of the biopic, production and distribution company Studiocanal has sa
7 people killed in crowd crush near Kabul airport on Aug 21: UK government, Asia News,LONDON – Seven people were killed on Saturday (Aug 21) in crowds near Kabul airport where people have been gathering to try to flee Afghanistan after the Taliban took control, according to Britain's Ministry o
Ho Ching to retire as Temasek CEO on Oct 1, Dilhan Pillay to take over, Money News,SINGAPORE – Temasek Holdings announced on Tuesday (Feb 9) that its chief executive officer Ho Ching will retire from the state investment firm and step down from its board on Oct 1. She will be succeeded by Temasek In
Former Olympic champion Mo Farah says he was victim of child trafficking, reveals real identity, World News,Multiple Olympic and world champion Mo Farah was brought to Britain from Djibouti at the age of nine and was forced to do housework and childcare in exchange for food, he told the BBC. The 39-
Southeast Asia's Grab launches innovation arm to develop tech start-ups, Business Wires News,SINGAPORE – Southeast Asia's Grab on Tuesday launched Grab Ventures, its innovation arm to develop technology start-ups in sectors such as transport, food services, logistics and financial services
Our Amazon: Brazilians who live in the world's biggest rainforest, World News,Cattle breeders, indigenous teachers and loggers are among the more than 20 million people living in the Amazon in northern Brazil, carving out a living from the world's largest rainforest. Three residents of Par
Dutch police arrest alleged Asian drug syndicate kingpin, World News,AMSTERDAM/SYDNEY – Dutch police have arrested the alleged leader of a large Asian drug syndicate who is listed as one of the world’s most-wanted fugitives and has been compared to Mexican drug lord Joaquin “El Chapo” Guzman. Tse Ch
Selena Gomez thinks wearing makeup as a child star affected her mental health, Entertainment News,Selena Gomez thinks that wearing makeup as a child star affected her mental health. The 29-year-old singer – who started in the industry aged seven before shooting to fame as a teenager on the Disney Ch
Will video conferencing displace business travel post Covid-19?, Digital News,Business communication in a virus hit world In 2003 when SARS first hit Asia, businesses introduced travel bans to protect staff and prevent the disease from spreading to uninfected staff. At the time the use of alternativ
Trump tax returns from 1985-94 show $1.3 billion in losses: NY Times, World News,WASHINGTON – US President Donald Trump's businesses lost a total of more than $1 billion (S$1.3 billion) from 1985 to 1994, according to the New York Times, which said it obtained printouts from Trump's offici
Bring home the bacon: A woman in Taiwan lives with four pet pigs, Asia News,TAICHUNG – Every year is the Year of the Pig in Jenny Tsai's ninth-floor apartment in Taiwan's Taichung City, which she shares with one fellow human and four pampered porcine housemates. Website designer Tsai says
North Korea grows nuclear, missiles programs, profits from cyberattacks: UN report, Asia News,UNITED NATIONS – North Korea continued to develop its nuclear and ballistic missile programs during the past year and cyberattacks on cryptocurrency exchanges were an important revenue source for Pyongyang,
Whitney Houston estate working on hologram tour, new album, Entertainment News,NEW YORK – The estate of Whitney Houston has struck a deal aiming to revive the late superstar's brand, potentially launching a touring hologram and album of unreleased music. New York-based company Primary Wave Musi
Here's why you should save your ang baos for your future home instead of spending it straightaway, Money News,As soon as the clock strikes midnight on Christmas day, gold baubles and frosty wreaths are swapped out for mandarin oranges and glaring red lanterns. Santa Claus turns into the God of
Temasek shifts president, CFO in management shuffle, Money News,Singapore's Temasek Holdings said on Wednesday (Oct 26) President Tan Chong Lee will resign to take up the role as chief executive officer at its fund management firm 65 Equity Partners. In a slew of management changes announced by
Pixar's Turning Red is a personal coming-of-age tale by Bao director Domee Shi, Entertainment News,You’ve probably seen director Domee Shi’s short film Bao before. The eight-minute short, about a precious little dumpling coming to life, and doted on by his mother, before she violently eats him
Louis Koo launching 4-member Chinese-Korean girl group Skyle, Entertainment News,HONG KONG – Actor and film producer Louis Koo has formed a four-member girl group Skyle, which will make its debut in mid-July. The members, who are from China and South Korea, have not been unveiled, although the group
Five new Macs coming next year, and a new naming strategy, Digital News,2022 looks like it could be an exciting year for Macs. The first rumour comes from Mark Gurman at Bloomberg who predicts Apple would introduce five new Macs next year. According to Gurman, Apple would announce the following Macs
Flatpack fear no more? Robot assembles IKEA chair frame, Singapore News,SINGAPORE – Robots in Singapore have completed a task many humans dread – assembling flat-packed IKEA furniture. Sifting through pages of instructions and a jumble of screws and bolts to build the low-cost Swedish furniture may
Wife of South Korea's former justice minister Cho Kuk arrested in corruption scandal, Asia News,SEOUL – South Korean authorities on Thursday (Oct 24) arrested the wife of a former justice minister who was at the centre of a graft scandal and was a close political confidant of President Moon Jae
Drug trafficker due to be hanged on Nov 10 tests positive for Covid-19, Singapore News,SINGAPORE – Malaysian Nagaenthran K. Dharmalingam, who is scheduled to be hanged on Wednesday (Nov 10) for drug trafficking, has tested positive for Covid-19. This was revealed before a packed courtroom on Tuesday
These guys performed parkour at Ang Mo Kio. Guess who was watching them?, Singapore News,It's not every day that you have the Prime Minister watching you perform parkour moves. Some parkour practitioners had the honour last Saturday (July 2) when Lee Hsien Loong himself popped by their jam sess
Australian model avoids US prison sentence after fracas on international flight, World News,LOS ANGELES – An Australian model who was found guilty of assault after a fracas on a flight from Melbourne to Los Angeles avoided prison when she was sentenced in US court on Monday. Adau Mornyang, 25, was o
Tom Holland emotional about potentially saying farewell to Spider-Man, Entertainment News,Tom Holland is \”emotional\” about potentially saying farewell to Spider-Man. The upcoming Spider-Man: No Way Home will mark the end of the latest trilogy for the web-slinging superhero and Tom admits he is uncer
'I cannot explain': Singaporean accused of killing wife in UK says he does not remember doing it, Singapore News,NEWCASTLE, ENGLAND – The 51-year-old Singaporean man accused of smothering his wife to death with a pillow accepts that he carried out the act but cannot remember doing it, a ju
These iOS devices are unlikely to be updated to iOS 16, Digital News,The next major iOS release is likely to drop as many as 8 iOS devices. A source of iPhonesoft claims Apple is planning to drop support for the iPhone 6s, iPhone 6s Plus, the first-gen iPhone SE, the iPad mini 4, iPad Air 2, iPad (5
Trying for kids? Wifi devices lower your chances, new study shows, Health News,Hong Kong – A new study has found that exposure to Wifi connections lowers male fertility rates and reduces couples' chances of having children by killing sperm, adding to mounting evidence that electromagnetic waves
Singtel CEO Chua Sock Koong becomes first woman to be appointed to Council of Presidential Advisers, Singapore News,SINGAPORE – Singtel group chief executive Chua Sock Koong has become the first woman to be appointed to the Council of Presidential Advisers (CPA). She was among the three people appoi
What do rich Singaporeans spend their money on?, Money News,Just a short drive around Singapore will show you how very wealthy this Little Red Dot really is. From the mansions on Nassim Road to the fact that Singapore has more billionaires per square capita than anywhere else in the world just shows
Spook patrol: Former police officer spills most terrifying on-the-job ghost stories, Lifestyle News,The police must endure quite a lot dealing with living, breathing people over the course of their daily job. But what will our boys in blue do when they come across the likes of ghosts and ghouls? Esp
Jennifer Lopez and Alex Rodriguez split because 'we are better as friends', Entertainment News,LOS ANGELES/NEW YORK – Singer and actress Jennifer Lopez and former New York Yankees baseball star Alex Rodriguez called off their engagement because \”we are better as friends,\” announcing the br
'Life is wild!' First Generation Z member elected to US Congress, World News,Maxwell Frost had just been elected to represent Florida in the US Congress when the 25-year-old received a call that embodied the historical moment. \”Still thinking about that 'please hold for the President&
Indonesia cancels haj pilgrimage over coronavirus concerns, Asia News,JAKARTA – Indonesia has cancelled the haj pilgrimage this year for people in the world’s largest Muslim-majority nation due to concerns over the coronavirus, the religious affairs minister said on Tuesday. Each year hundreds of th
Xi: From graft-fighting governor to president for life , China News,BEIJING – Xi Jinping has joined the pantheon of Chinese leadership two decades after bursting onto the scene as a graft-fighting governor who went on to earn comparisons with Mao Zedong in his quest for unrestricted power. The rubbe
Man who pushed 91-year-old onto London tube tracks sentenced to life, World News,LONDON – A man who pushed a 91-year-old passenger onto the tracks at a busy London Underground train station was sentenced to life imprisonment on Monday, after earlier being found guilty of two counts of attempted murd
WikiLeaks' Assange gets married in UK high-security jail, World News,LONDON – WikiLeaks founder Julian Assange married his long-term partner Stella Moris inside a British high-security prison on Wednesday (March 23) at a small ceremony attended by just four guests, two official witnesses and tw
Thailand protests over US TV show's portrayal of its monarchy, Asia News,BANGKOK – Thailand's foreign ministry on Monday said it had complained to the producers of a US television show, \”Madam Secretary\”, regarding the portrayal of the country's monarchy in an episode aired this month
Win movie passes to preview of My Love!, Entertainment News,AsiaOne is giving away 10 pairs of tickets to catch the preview screening of Mandarin romantic comedy My Love at Golden Village. Synopsis: My Love is a heartwarming film about a 15-year love story between swimming student Zhou Xiaoqi (Greg
Taiwanese actor-director Doze Niu jailed 4 years for sexual assault, Entertainment News,He was accused of sexually assaulting a female co-worker in 2018. While he reportedly reached an agreement with the woman to settle the case with a seven-figure compensation sum, the courts in Taiwan came to a ve
Australia jails three for decades over Christmas bomb plot in 2016, World News,SYDNEY – A court in Australia sentenced three men on Friday to decades in prison for plotting bomb attacks on Christmas Day in 2016 at key sites in the southeastern city of Melbourne, police said. The men were found guilt
Here's how much CPF members have in their accounts: Where do you stand?, Money News,Perhaps it’s in our Asian blood, but there’s one thing that Singaporeans love: Competition. The desire to be number one in everything has led to a classic trait found in most of us. Being kiasu (fear of losing o
$7,000 a month as a food delivery rider?, Lifestyle News,To save up for his wedding in December last year, GrabFood rider Muhammad Alif Mohd Jasmin worked seven days a week the month before. The 30-year-old says he made around $5,000 that month, clocking 30 trips a day. But while it is an achievable
China probes 1990s case of baby taken from parents that sparked outrage online, China News,HONG KONG — China has suspended two health officials in the southern region of Guangxi as authorities investigate the case of a baby boy taken from his parents by local government officials in the 1990s, an in
Singapore's top male radio DJs and what you might not have known about them, Lifestyle News,Whether you're tuning in to them for some companionship while driving, to get the latest on current affairs or to learn a thing or two about the world of finance, SPH Radio's stations offer you
Nassim Road condo up for sale en bloc at $223m reserve price, Singapore News,SINGAPORE – A prime District 10 freehold condominium, Beaufort On Nassim, has been launched for collective sale by tender at a minimum expected price of $222.68 million, real estate services firm Savills Singapore announced
Singapore flight attendants tell us the best and worst places to visit, Lifestyle News,A working Singaporean takes an average of about 14 days of paid leave a year, a number that's been ranked the fifth lowest in the world. With the limited number of leave days we get, we figured it'll be
The most anticipated games of 2021: Resident Evil 8, God of War 2 and more, Digital News,There are an eye-popping amount of games coming out in 2021, and it can be a little hard to sort through all of them. From fun co-op adventures like It Takes Two to blockbuster action titles like Gotham Knights,
China to build panda park, China News,China will create a bastion for giant pandas three times the size of Yellowstone National Park to link up and encourage breeding among existing wild populations of the notoriously slow-reproducing animal, state media reported Thursday. At least 10 billion yuan (
Jade Seah: Why should a woman's self-worth be tied to her marital status?, Lifestyle News,By the age of 28, most B women in Singapore would have gotten hitched, according to Statistics on Marriages and Divorces, 2020 by the Department of Statistics. So, if she’s not married (or planning to marr
Vivian Chow and Joe Nieh celebrate 10th wedding anniversary, 11 years after he was caught cheating, Entertainment News,SINGAPORE – Fans speculated more than once that their relationship was doomed. But Hong Kong singer-actress Vivian Chow, 51, and writer Joe Nieh, 54, have proven them wrong. The pai
Love will help Britain's Prince Harry and Meghan avoid fate of Charles and Diana, ex-butler says, World News,NEW YORK – Britain's Prince Harry and wife Meghan Markle are well placed to ride out the media storm around them and avoid the pitfalls that tore apart his parents, Charles and Dian
Michelle Williams thinks a Destiny's Child reunion will happen, Entertainment News,Michelle Williams still thinks about a Destiny's Child reunion. The 42-year-old singer remains extremely close to her bandmates Beyonce Knowles and Kelly Rowland and believes that the trio will reunite in th
Ahn Bo-hyun donates over 12,000 sanitary pads, Strong Woman Do Bong-soon gets sequel, Our Blues casts actress with Down Syndrome, Entertainment News,Ahn Bo-hyun donates 12,672 sanitary napkins in honour of Menstrual Hygiene Day G-Foundation (a non-governmental organisation) revealed today (May 27) t
Missouri high school shooting leaves 3 dead, including suspect, World News,A gunman opened fire at a Saint Louis, Missouri, high school on Monday (Oct 24), killing two people and wounding six others before officers fatally shot the suspect, the city's police commissioner said. Students were fle
Ariana Grande feeling 'anxiety' after split with Pete Davidson, Entertainment News,Ariana Grande has been suffering from \”anxiety\” in the wake of her split from Pete Davidson, as she took to Instagram to tell her followers she won't let it get to her. The 25-year-old singer reportedly
Edison Chen disses Shawn Yue, calls Miriam Yeung, Eason Chan 'snakes', Entertainment News,Hong Kong celebrity Edison Chen might have toned down after fatherhood, but it seems like the 38-year-old still has it in him. The once-notorious star is back again with another controversy. A few day
Blizzard unveils the gravity-controlling Sigma as Overwatch’s latest hero, Digital News,Sigma is Overwatch's new hero. Blizzard Entertainment, developers and publishers of the popular team-based multiplayer first-person shooter game, have unveiled their 31st hero in a teaser trailer posted onli
China says US criticism of its role in Latin America is \”slanderous\”, China News,BEIJING – China condemning as \”slanderous\” criticism US Secretary of State Mike Pompeo made of Beijing's policies in South America, saying countries there would soon see who their \”true friend\” was. Pompeo on Frida
Sony to buy mobile game developer in push beyond consoles, Digital News,TOKYO – Sony Group Corp on Monday (Aug 30) said it will acquire Helsinki and Berlin-based mobile games business Savage Game Studios for an undisclosed amount as part of a major push by the Japanese conglomerate beyond console ga
What in the world is paddle tennis and pickleball?, Lifestyle News,If you find the game of tennis a little too intense — and we don’t just mean the Australian Open Novak Djokovic saga or Rafael Nadal’s heavy topspin — well, you are in luck. The world of racket sports is bigger than most people think
Where (and what) to eat if you are (pre) diabetic in Singapore?, Food News,If there is something we can't deny is that, in Singapore, we love our sweet stuff. And this has serious health repercussions. The numbers on the prevalence of diabetes are scary: 1 in 9 Singaporeans are said to be affec
3 ways the employment landscape in Singapore has changed over the years, Business Wires News,Building a career in 2018 is a whole different ballgame from how it was in 1998. There’s a reason nobody who’s looking for a job right now takes their parents advice seriously. That’s because the employment
Loan shark harasses family by sending them $800 worth of food, Singapore News,Desperate times call for desperate measures. With enhanced movement restrictions and the streets teeming with enforcement officers, one loan shark still found a way to harass his victims remotely — food delivery. The loan
5 cluster housing projects with units at $2m or under, Money News,That landed property sure looks great…until you start thinking about how hard it is to keep the façade clean. And how much it will cost to repaint the gigantic house. And how you’ll still have to drive to the club or public swimming p
'Qatar is a mistake,' says former Fifa President Sepp Blatter, World News,ZURICH – Sepp Blatter, the former president of Fifa when Qatar was awarded the 2022 World Cup hosting rights in 2010, told Swiss newspaper Tages Anzeiger \”Qatar is a mistake,\” adding that \”the choice was bad.\” The Qa
Microsoft surpasses Apple to become world's most valuable company,Under the helm of Satya Nadella, Microsoft has reached new heights in the fields of cloud computing, services, and more. Especially the company’s big bets …
Emperor penguins now a threatened species due to climate change, US says, 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. New York — Antarctica’s emperor penguin is at risk o
Kim Kardashian West shutting down KKW Beauty, Entertainment News,Kim Kardashian West is shutting down KKW Beauty. The 40-year-old star has told fans to bid farewell to her cosmetics range – which she founded in 2017 – as she's planning to relaunch the line as a \”completely new brand\” over the c
5 simple ways to keep your kitchen counter clutter free, Lifestyle News,A cluttered kitchen countertop will drastically affect your productivity and effectiveness while you are rushing to prepare and cook meals for the family. If you need help to tame your messy kitchen workstation, fret not! Here a
Serena Williams off to winning start in WTA return, World News,Serena Williams shook off the rust from a 15-month layoff due to pregnancy to win her opening match at the WTA Indian Wells event with a 7-5, 6-3 victory over Zarina Diyas. The unseeded Williams was the top-ranked player in the world whe
Indonesian barber gears up to groom during coronavirus, Asia News,BOGOR – Indonesian hair stylist Herman Maulanasyah knows that he may look comical in his makeshift protective gear but he sees that as a small price if it helps protect him and his customers from the novel coronavirus. Clad in a plast
Ronaldo 'embarrassed' by rape allegations, Entertainment News,Juventus star Cristiano Ronaldo has admitted he felt \”embarrassed\” as he tried to shield his family from allegations he raped a woman in the United States. Ronaldo was accused of sexually assaulting Kathryn Mayorga in a Las Vega
Malaysian police say 5 suspected Abu Sayyaf militants killed in raid, Malaysia News,KUALA LUMPUR – Malaysian police said on Tuesday (May 18) five suspected members of the Abu Sayyaf militant group were killed in a shootout in the state of Sabah on the Malaysian portion of Borneo, state news agency B
3 strong Singapore stocks to consider buying right now, Money News,I hear you. With more than 700 stocks listed on the Singapore stock market, it would be difficult to pick out the crème de la crème. Also, due to the uncertainties brought about by the pandemic, you might still be freaked out to inve
MP Raeesah Khan admits police station visit not true, reveals she was sexually assaulted at 18, Singapore News,The Workers' Party (WP) MP Raeesah Khan has apologised in Parliament on Monday (Nov 1), saying she \”was not present\” at the police station during the sexual assault case she alleged wa
16 more Covid-19 deaths, taking Singapore's virus death toll to 280, Singapore News,SINGAPORE – Sixteen people, aged 61 to 93, have died from complications linked to Covid-19, taking Singapore's virus death toll to 280. Twelve were men and four were women, the Ministry of Health (MOH) said
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
Car buyer's guide: Toyota Harrier Turbo, Lifestyle News,Easily identifiable with its recognisable profile and the distinctive golden emblem depicting the bird-of-prey it was named after, there’s little chance that you will be mistaking the Toyota Harrier for something else. The Harrier has been
Snoop Dogg to vote for the first time ever this year, Entertainment News,Snoop Dogg will vote for the first time ever this year. The 48-year-old rapper revealed that he previously wrongly assumed he was not eligible to vote because he has a criminal record. This year, he is determined to cast a vote
Beyonce's mother encouraged her to take up Lion King role, Entertainment News,Beyonce's mother encouraged her to take on the role of Nala in 'The Lion King' remake. The 37-year-old singer will voice Nala in the upcoming Disney remake and Beyonce's mother, Tina Knowles Lawson
Iranian police arrest 100 protesters in capital as crackdown intensifies, World News,LONDON – Iranian police arrested 100 protesters in the capital on Monday, the deputy governor of Tehran said, as a police crackdown intensified against anti-government demonstrations that began last week. Security f
Betting on death of petrol cars, Volvo to go all electric by 2030, Digital News,LONDON – Volvo’s entire car lineup will be fully electric by 2030, the Chinese-owned company said on Tuesday (March 2), joining a growing number of carmakers planning to phase out fossil-fuel engines by the end of this d
Suspected grenade blast near Indonesia's presidential palace hurts two, Asia News,JAKARTA – A suspected smoke grenade explosion on Tuesday at Indonesia's National Monument park, near the presidential palace in central Jakarta, injured at least two military officials, the capital's top
Warren Buffett is selling. Should you sell too?, Money News,Last week, the newswires reported that Warren Buffett sold US$800 million (S$1.1 billion) in Apple shares in the fourth quarter last year. That is a huge sum of money. But context matters. While Buffett sold US$800 million in shares of the
High blood pressure driven by obesity, poverty: WHO study, World News,GENEVA, Aug 25 – Nearly 1.3 billion people globally suffer from hypertension, a silent killer often driven by obesity that increases the risk of heart disease, stroke and kidney disease, the World Health Organisation (WHO) said on
Same-sex penguin couple to raise 'genderless' chick, World News,Two female penguins are set to raise the first \”gender neutral\” chick, a London aquarium said on Wednesday, the latest same-sex penguin parents to take a furry baby under their wings. Rocky and Marama, who have been together f
The fascinating facts behind Warren Buffett's best investment, Money News,The Washington Post Company is one of the best – if not the best – investment that Warren Buffett has made in percentage terms. What can we learn from it? One of the best returns – maybe even the best – that Warren Buffet
Myanmar's Suu Kyi expected to appear in court soon: Lawyer, Asia News,Ousted Myanmar leader Aung San Suu Kyi is expected to attend her next court hearing in person, her chief lawyer said on Monday (May 10), after weeks of stalled virtual proceedings over charges her supporters say are fabricate
The underrated advantage of paying your home loan in cash, Money News,Paying in cash when you can use CPF? There must be a method to this madness. And indeed, there’s a small demographic of home buyers who service that monthly loan out of their own pocket – even if they could tap the forced savings
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
Former New Zealand PM and WTO leader Mike Moore dies, aged 71 , World News,WELLINGTON (AFP) – Mr Mike Moore, who overcame cancer and a lack of formal education to become prime minister of New Zealand and head of the World Trade Organisation (WTO), died on Sunday (Feb 2) aged 71, his wife said. Mr Mo
Dining guide to Orchard Central & Orchard Gateway: Restaurants & eateries to fuel your shopping spree, Lifestyle News,If you’ve ever been on a shopping spree in Orchard , chances are it was in Somerset . With malls connected via the rabbit warren below street level or a short crosswalk, there’s plen
Boxing fever grips Thailand's boys but doctors raise health concerns, Asia News,BURIRAM, Thailand – Loud cheers erupt as two boys trade punches at a boxing ring in Thailand's northeastern province of Buriram. After dominating five rounds, the winner is declared; 11-year-old Nanthawat Proms
Thousands sign Hiroshima petition to save A-bomb buildings, Asia News,TOKYO – Thousands of people have signed an online petition against the planned demolition of two early 20th-century buildings that remained intact after the atomic bombing of Hiroshima devastated the Japanese city. A local governm
Family helped through Timofey Nastyukin incredibly tough times, Asia News, Timofey Nastyukhin may be a fearsome competitor in the cage, but outside it, he’s a totally different individual. As is often the case when you converse with martial artists, you find the extreme nature of their competition o
Actress Kristen Stewart to play Britain's late Princess Diana in new movie, Entertainment News,LOS ANGELES – Kristen Stewart will play Britain's Princess Diana in an upcoming movie about the breakdown of her marriage to Prince Charles, Hollywood trade publication Deadline reported on Wedne
3 highlights from PM Lee's July 1 message to Singaporeans, Singapore News,Singapore has \”made it\” because generations have trusted the People's Action Party (PAP), Prime Minister Lee Hsien Loong said in a video posted on Facebook today (July 1). PM Lee, who is also PAP's secretary-gen
Henry Cavill details Black Adam cameo and playing an 'enormously joyful Superman', Entertainment News,Black Adam saw the debut of the titular anti-hero and the Justice Society of America, but that's not all DC fans are excited about. The movie's post-credits brought back Henry Ca
99-year-old dubbed Prince Harry's 'biggest fan' dies, World News,SYDNEY – A 99-year-old Australian war widow known as Prince Harry's \”biggest fan\” has died after a bout of pneumonia, her family said on Tuesday (April 2). In a statement posted on Instagram, Ms Daphne Dunne's
'Disturbing': More lapses uncovered at People's Association, external consultant appointed, Singapore News,SINGAPORE – The People's Association (PA) could have overpaid contractors by an estimated $60,000 for two construction projects, it found during an internal review. This is
Fear and adrenaline as Czechs open world's longest suspension footbridge, World News,DOLNI MORAVA, Czech Republic – Fear and adrenaline were some of the feelings as the first tourists stepped out on the world's longest suspension footbridge, spanning a mountain valley in the Czech Republic
Father arrested in Japan for using stun gun to discipline children, Asia News,TOKYO – A Japanese man was arrested on Wednesday (May 29) for using a stun gun to discipline his three children, police said, the latest in a series of child-abuse cases that have prompted legislators to seek a ban on corp
She has fostered 15 children since 2002, Lifestyle News,Fostering is often misunderstood as a burdensome task. In Mandarin, there’s a saying, “Why make trouble for yourself?” Many friends and relatives are baffled at my choice, asking me, “Why become a foster parent: when you should be enjoying your
Couple welcome their second National Day baby at stroke of midnight, Singapore News,SINGAPORE – A Singaporean couple welcomed their second National Day baby at the stroke of midnight on Thursday (Aug 9). The nation's first new citizen of the day, which commemorates Singapore's 53rd year of
How Kaci Beh started walking international runways, Lifestyle News,When Kaci Beh dropped out of her retail management course in Temasek Polytechnic and became a fashion model months later, her parents were too stunned for words. After all, the then-18-year-old had always been camera-shy and had neve
Cracking art: the Vietnam craftsman making World Cup mascots from eggshells, Asia News,Football scarves, shirts and… eggshell art? World Cup swag has taken a quirky turn in Vietnam where a retired schoolteacher is making mascot memorabilia from hollowed-out eggs, meticulously crafted by hand. Nguy
