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Apple changes iPad ad in South Korea after gesture interpreted as mocking men’s genital size

Several companies previously faced backlash for featuring the gesture in their promotional materials. The post Apple changes iPad ad in South Korea...

Istana Open House features inclusive employment for the first time

Live narration for the changing of guards was also featured for the first time.

New restrictions kick in as Delhi battles pollution in winter

The restrictions, which came into force on Sunday (Nov 1), include a doubling of vehicle parking charges and work-from-home arrangements aimed at c...

Motorcyclist dies after accident with car on BKE near Woodlands Checkpoint

The police said investigations are ongoing.

LTA rolls out neighbourhood collection drive to dispose of unwanted AM devices

The collection drive is also part of broader efforts to retire the older generation of blue-seal Power-Assisted Bicycles (PABs). The post LTA rolls...

Xiaomi's October EV deliveries top 50,000, hit 2026 monthly high

Winds of change: Laos looks up for renewables push

Hydroelectric dams have proliferated across Southeast Asia in recent years but experts say wind energy is now set to take off.

From Harry Potter to Snow White: S’pore MPs join in the fun with residents at Halloween events

Dr Lam Pin Min dressed up as a doctor for Halloween. The post From Harry Potter to Snow White: S’pore MPs join in the fun with residents at Hallowe...

Bangladesh forms wage board as garment protests turn violent

The wage board was formed after discussions with workers' representatives and industry leaders.

Oil patches spotted in S’pore’s southern waters off Pulau Sebarok, Pulau Semakau and Selat Pauh: MPA

MPA said it has activated its oil spill response contractors.

Heavy traffic expected at Woodlands, Tuas checkpoints during Deepavali long weekend

A single-day record of 599,000 travellers crossing the two checkpoints was set on Sept 4 during the school holidays.

Binance’s US$6b crypto heist: Five things to know about North Korea’s TraderTraitor hackers

The Oct 29 attack is believed to be the largest crypto heist in history and is latest in a string of high-profile cyber thefts linked to Pyongyang.

Trump says US looking ‘closely’ at report Nvidia CEO is target of China spy plot

US President Donald Trump voiced on Saturday (Oct 31) his support for the “brilliant” head of US chip giant Nvidia, Jensen Huang after a report tha...

Skechers Warehouse Sale is back with up to 90% off, including S$20 running shoes & S$15 tank tops

Time to refresh your everyday wardrobe and get ready for the festive season without tearing a hole in your wallet. The post Skechers Warehouse Sale...

Malaysia Airlines says customers may be affected by Amadeus breach

The incident may have affected information processed between August 2023 and September 2026, the airline said on Sunday (Nov 1).

Indian authorities tighten security ahead of big opposition march in Delhi

Protesters are set to demand the resignation of India's election chief over a controversial revision of voter lists.

Thousands join Indian opposition protest demanding poll chief’s resignation

The protest on Sunday (Nov 1) is the latest in more than a month of opposition rallies challenging Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi.

CATS in S’pore review: Calling it a ‘musical’ only scratches the surface of what this theatrical phenomenon offers

From gravity-defying acrobatics and dazzling dance numbers to playful audience interactions and powerhouse vocals, this feline spectacle offers ple...

Educate first for more constructive outcomes, says Foo Cexiang of his push for citizen participation 

He has overseen several such projects in his Tanjong Pagar-Tiong Bahru ward since becoming an MP.

A ball in your face at 60kmh: Older pickleball players more prone to eye injuries

A US study found that players over the age of 50 showed a 39% higher risk of getting such injuries.