Social media reacts to 'Me Too' movement: A collective catharsis of sexual abuse

It all started with the Harvey Weinstein scandal, when multiple women accused the Hollywood producer of rape and sexual assault.

Oct 17, 2017

Singapore: Norwegian tourist jailed for beating, punching 2 taxi-drivers near Orchard Towers

43-year-old Tore Robech was sentenced to a six weeks' jail term on Monday, after he pleaded guilty to two counts of 'voluntarily causing hurt,' among which one count was taken into account.

Oct 17, 2017

Hollywood comedian James Corden shamed for insensitive jokes on Weinstein's deeds

Hollywood comedian James Corden trolled for his insensitive jokes on Weinstein at a charity event on Friday night in Los Angeles.

Oct 16, 2017

Singapore: Mentally unstable man given 2 years' jail term for stabbing wife to death

Kong Peng Yee, the accused, might be released from prison on the same day of trial as his jail term was backdated to March 13, 2016, the day of his remand.

Oct 16, 2017

Singaporean woman jailed for 6 weeks after stabbing husband over his extra-marital affair

The assault took place in the couple's bedroom when Yasser received a message saying "I love you" from his girlfriend, whom he had met in the Philippines.

Oct 16, 2017

Craving for your favourite McDonald's offerings? Samurai Burger is back, with special accompaniments

The popular McDonald's samurai burger is returning to menus on Friday, October 13.

Oct 12, 2017

Hungry for cool themes? Check out top 5 themed restaurants in Singapore

Singapore, popularly known as the "food nation", offers a wide variety of food choices for people of all kinds of taste.

Oct 11, 2017

Ancient computer found in shipwreck, reveals Greek treasure [PHOTOS]

The discovery of a Greek shipwreck in 1900, near the tiny Mediterranean island of Antikythera, had uncovered various treasures, including bronze and marble statues. Among them was an intricate bronze machine which initially looked like a corroded bronze lump with rusted gear wheels on its surface.

Oct 11, 2017

Singapore seizes meat containing instant hotpots, says not safe for consumption

Self-heating hotpots containing meat have been seized by the Agri-Food and Veterinary Authority (AVA) on Monday, October 9.

Oct 9, 2017

7 Johor policemen spotted enjoying at nightclub, transferred immediately by PDRM

A Royal Malaysian Police (PDRM) officer, along with six personnel, has been abruptly transferred to other departments without a notice for being seen partying at a nightclub.

Oct 9, 2017

Regular sauna visits may cure hypertension, says study

A new study, published in the American Journal of Hypertension, says that sauna visits can reduce the risk of high blood pressure.

Oct 8, 2017

Flood water disrupts train services, weather woes expected to continue

An update from Singapore Mass Rapid Transit (SMRT), on Sunday morning, stated that the water has almost been cleared by its efforts, in collaboration with the Singapore Civil Defence Force, PUB, and Land Transport Authority.

Oct 8, 2017

Winter is coming: Make your skin glow with these top 6 healthy vegetables

Here is a list of the top six vegetables that will keep your skin and hair healthy this winter.

Oct 7, 2017

Ireland: Dental clinic shuts down after drain cleaner gets mixed with treatment water

43 children were affected by the incident in the clinic, which is located at Bindon Street in Ennis, County Clare.

Oct 7, 2017

Singapore: Popular Kovan food court faces one-day suspension for not having toilet soap

The popular Kovan food court at Upper Serangoon Road was handed a one-day suspension notice for Friday, October 6, as it failed to provide soap in its toilet.

Oct 7, 2017

Singapore: Water heater explodes in Marine Parade house, almost blows up bedroom and bathroom

The electric water heater, which had exploded, was placed in the en-suite bathroom, and the damage was severe in the master bedroom as well.

Oct 4, 2017

Super plant Moringa: Check out its health benefits and medicinal qualities

The Moringa tree can also be treated as a food item, medicine, purifying agent and component in herbal products.

Oct 3, 2017

Ghost of 'Governess' photographed at pub, Halloween begins early

The Griffin Inn, which was converted to a pub in the early 19th century, has a record of several haunting incidents, including an old man's spirit sitting by the fire, and a lady, who has been christened "The Governess."

Oct 3, 2017

Singapore river turns bright green overnight, tiny organisms to blame

Workers near the Singapore river have said that they have been noticing a green tinge of algal bloom and a pungent smell from the river for the past two days.

Oct 3, 2017

Mid-Autumn Festival: All you need to know about legends surrounding the Chinese harvest festival

Originally a Chinese festival, the Mid-Autumn Festival or the Moon Festival falls on the 5th day of the eighth lunar month, coinciding with the autumn equinox.

Oct 1, 2017