In a startling revelation, Singapore has emerged as one of the least exciting among 32 cities from around the world, according to the latest survey of Time Out’s Life Index 2018.
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NTU scientists create customisable, fabric-like “battery” that is rechargeable
Scientists at NTU Singapore have created a customisable, fabric-like “battery” that can be cut, folded or stretched without losing its function.
Indian government cancels plan for orange coloured ECR passports
Facing stiff criticism from the Opposition, the Indian Ministry of External Affairs in a complete volte-face decided to drop the plan to issue separate orange-coloured passports to citizens with Emigration Check Required (ECR), that is mostly required by less-skilled workers.
NUS pilots new Career Catalyst programme to help students be future-ready
The Centre for Future-ready Graduates (CFG) at NUS has introduced a pilot programme to prepare students for the future economy.
NUS researchers develop wireless light switch for targeted cancer treatment
A team of scientists from the National University of Singapore (NUS) developed a novel technology to wirelessly deliver light into deep regions of the body to activate light-sensitive drugs.
Four Indian nationals arrested for dealing with duty-unpaid cigarettes at Woodlands Checkpoint
Three Indian nationals were arrested at the Woodlands Checkpoint during the wee hours of Jan 28, 2018, for dealing with more than 4,500 cartons of duty-unpaid cigarettes.
Indian teacher wins AED1 million in Dubai draw
An Indian teacher has become the latest millionaire in the United Arab Emirates (UAE) as she won AED1 million in Commercial Bank International’s annual draw.
Fake news, terrorism among challenges disrupting Asia-Pacific progress: Ong
Rise of terrorism, deliberate spread of online falsehoods are among the challenges that threaten to disrupt Asia-Pacific’s progress, said Second Minister for Defence Ong Ye Kung.
Viral video labels Indian-origin principal as ‘Hitler’ over hijab controversy
An Indian-origin principal at one of the UK’s leading state-funded schools was branded as ‘Hitler’ on social media over her efforts to ban the ‘hijab’ for very young students.
Nikki Haley slams the Grammys for bringing politics to music
Indian-American US Ambassador to the UN Nikki Haley has slammed the Grammys for mixing politics with music.
