SINGAPORE: Formula milk manufacturers will not be able to use nutrition and health claims, as well as images that make drinking formula milk look attractive, once changes to Agri-Food and Veterinary Authority (AVA) regulations take
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Ding-dong… It’s durian at the door: King of fruits delivered fresh as more sellers go online
Durian lovers no longer need to trek to Geylang or Balestier to hunt down the best deals. The king of fruits can now be delivered fresh to your doorstep at the click of a button,
Read moreMoon Jae In poised for landslide win in South Korea election: Quick takes from analysts
SEOUL – Liberal politician Moon Jae In is posed to be sworn in as South Korea’s president on Wednesday (May 10) after securing what exit polls showed to be a landslide victory in Tuesday’s vote. Analysts say
Read moreSingapore trials LED lights on pavements:
SINGAPORE – People engrossed with their mobile phones at two pedestrian crossings in Singapore may no longer have to look up to know when to cross – thanks to new LED strips embedded in the pavements. The
Read morePop an ‘exercise pill’ GW501516 to get fit without sweating
For those who cannot exercise, the benefits of fitness training could be delivered in a tablet. Researchers believe an “exercise pill” could transform the lives of people who are unable to exercise because of obesity
Read moreDriverless trucks to start trials on Jurong Island in September
Belgian logistics group Katoen Natie will be testing 12 driverless trucks on Jurong Island, with the first slated to roll out in September. These trucks will ply a fixed route on the island via transponders
Read moreVanishing tribe of yellow-top cabbies
When 26-year-old Chamkour Singh wanted to become a cabby in 1978, he needed $30,000 – a sizeable amount considering that his Clementi flat cost $12,000 back then. With a bank loan and family support, he
Read moreSay yes to renewing the Singapore F1 Grand Prix
With the future of the Singapore F1 night race up in the air, an expert gives six reasons why Singapore should renew the contract. Singapore GP currently holds a contract to host the FIA Formula One
Read moreChinese deals in Malaysia under scrutiny
China’s growing involvement in Malaysia has been praised and panned in recent years. The Sunday Times looks at how its widening presence is drawing increasing attention in the first of a two-part series. Tomorrow, why
Read moreForeign domestic workers to be better insured against accidents under new rules starting Oct 1
SINGAPORE – Employers will have to provide better insurance coverage for their foreign domestic workers, under new rules that kick in on Oct 1. They will need to buy personal accident insurance policies with coverage
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