A woman who lived to 105 climbed seven floors and ate garlic daily, her family said after the centenarian died on Monday (Feb 6). Madam Chen Zhen was an independent woman, her third son Ye Jinxi, a 70-year-old factory worker,...
It has yet to open to the public but the new name of the revamped museum at the former Ford Factory - Syonan Gallery - has already raised a eyebrows. Some ask if it is an appropriate name, saying that...
Bank robbery suspect David James Roach, 27, is being investigated by the police in Thailand for failing to report to Thai customs that he was carrying more than US$20,000 (S$28,300) when he entered the country last July (2016). Travellers going...
SINGAPORE - A businessman who is accused of driving against the flow of traffic along the Ayer Rajah Expressway (AYE) on Dec 19 and caused a fatal accident, was offered a bail of $50,000 on Thursday (Feb 9). On Jan...
Two cats were found dead in Yishun today (Feb 9), with both having mutilated carcasses. In the first incident, a feline that had its throat slit was found on a road divider near Yishun MRT Station, according to a post...
KUALA LUMPUR/SINGAPORE - Men carrying decorated structures called "kavadi" dance in circles to the beat of drums, as others with their cheeks pierced with skewers pull chariots using cords attached to hooks on their backs during a grand procession. Hindu...
SINGAPORE - For many Malaysians who cross the border to Singapore every day, Woodlands Town Centre is a convenient stop. Those passing through would stop for breakfast, go to the money changers and do some shopping before heading to work. Hours...
SINGAPORE - Adopting a pet is a big commitment. Before you take that step, here are some things you should consider. In this episode of askST, environment reporter Audrey Tan answers readers' questions about adopting a pet. When deciding which pet to...
Singapore has planted a fresh flag to promote global trade - in stark contrast to what it sees as a "dark shift" toward protectionism in other developed markets. The city-state's Committee on the Future Economy (CFE) on Thursday released its...
The Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (SPCA) is on a manhunt for culprits behind two suspected cases of cruelty towards mynahs in the River Valley area. Two mynahs on the road in Singapore.Photo: The Straits TimesIn the...
