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Laurene Powell Jobs takes majority stake in The Atlantic
Laurene Powell Jobs, philanthropist and widow of Apple co-founder Steve Jobs, has bought a majority stake in <i>The Atlantic</i>.<p>The Emerson Collective, a charity founded by Powell Jobs, will make the acquisition, Atlantic Media Chairman David Bradley announced Friday. Bradley and Atlantic Media will …
Lee Hsien LoongAmazon's Entry Into Singapore Marred by Delivery Problem
Amazon.com Inc.’s entry into Southeast Asia has been marred by a delivery problem.<p>After introducing its Prime Now two-hour delivery service to …
Fortune 500Burp! Singapore scientists hope for probiotic beer hit
SINGAPORE (Reuters) - It's a breakthrough worth raising a glass to.<p>Researchers in Singapore have brewed up a beer containing probiotic bacteria that can improve gut health and boost the immune system.<p>Food researcher Alcine Chan, 23, experimented for almost a year with a recipe of malt, alcohol, …
BeerAmazon made its first foray into Southeast Asia yesterday — the service now appears unusable
Amazon's first foray into the Southeast Asian market appears to have hit a roadblock.<p>The e-commerce giant launched its express, same-day delivery …
AmazonCan Singapore Steal Hong Kong’s Thunder?
<b>SINGAPORE —</b> A short drive from the buzz and blustering air con of Orchard Road’s retail strip lies Dempsey Hill's bohemian enclave of art galleries, cafés and wine bars. Nestled serenely in lush, tropical greenery, this is a shopping and dining destination with a difference. For an Asian metropolis …
Hong KongEx-MP Inderjit Singh: Some Singaporeans concerned about idea of sitting MP resigning to run for president
More<p>Former Member of Parliament Inderjit Singh said that some Singaporeans have expressed concerns on the prospects of a current MP resigning to run …
South-east AsiaShangri-La Hotel's heritage hawker fare, Paragon's free wine appreciation sessions, Gunther's set lunch and more
July 28, 2017 5:00 AM<br>The Lobby Lounge at the Shangri-la Hotel has a fabulous new hawker heritage semi-buffet lunch that I would eat again in a …
South-east AsiaWoman guilty of misappropriating more than $1 million from her company
More<p>A payroll manager has pleaded guilty to siphoning more than $1 million from her company to gamble at the casinos and pay off her gambling …
Marina Bay SandsIs Singapore's Property Slump Finally Ending?: QuickTake Q&A
Singapore home prices have ground steadily lower since reaching a record in 2013, when the government imposed the last of a slew of measures to cool …
Real EstateKhaw: MRT 3 times more reliable now
Rail reliability has improved by almost three times in the two years since he took over the Transport Ministry, said Mr Khaw Boon Wan, who wants to …
South-east AsiaAmazon Prime Now launched in Singapore, then quickly couldn't cope with demand
Just hours after it launched in Singapore to great fanfare — Amazon Prime Now is down.<p>The e-commerce giant's launch on Thursday marked its first foray into Southeast Asia.<p>But for all the initial hype and excitement it drummed up, it seems like the delivery service is unable to cope with demand.<p>The …
AmazonNUS appoints provost Tan Eng Chye as president, more places available for lifelong learning
SINGAPORE: The National University of Singapore (NUS) has named Professor Tan Eng Chye as its new president, an appointment that will take effect in …
LearningAmazon Prime Now delivery down for second day after launch
After its highly anticipated launch in Singapore on Thursday, Amazon Prime Now's delivery service continues to be unavailable.
AmazonSingapore Office Rents Drop to 7-Year Low as Vacancies Climb
Singapore office rents fell to the lowest in almost seven years as an oversupply of space saw vacancies climb to the highest in six years.<p>A gauge of …
BusinessFewer layoffs, unemployment situation improves in Q2: Manpower Ministry
SINGAPORE: Fewer workers were laid off and the unemployment situation for Singaporeans and residents showed signs of improvement in the second …
Economy25 Rooftop Pools to Dream About While You Sit in the Office
There’s nothing better than relaxing in an outdoor pool in a new destination, especially when there’s a great view.<p>Some of the best rooftop pools and …
Marina Bay SandsAmazon's new Prime Now warehouse in Singapore is absolutely massive
After years of preparation, Amazon has finally launched its same-day Prime Now delivery service in Singapore.<p>The service brings two-hour, and even one-hour deliveries, for tens of thousands of household items, from eggs and cold beer to diapers and detergent.<p>To achieve the rapid delivery times, …
Fortune 500Spectacular motorbike accident caught on camera in Singapore
Yahoo7<p>A shocking accident caught on camera on a Singapore freeway sees a motorbike rider slam into a stationary car, with his passenger sent …
South-east AsiaJalan Petaling - KL Style Hokkien Mee And Kam Heong Crabs in myVillage
Sometimes, enjoying street food in a casual setting is better than dining out in a fine dining restaurant. Travellers who visit Kuala Lumpur will …
South-east AsiaA madame's after-dark guide to Shibuya
<b>Kurando</b>, the proprietress at Shibuya ‘snack’ bar Utsubo Kazura, is an eager traveller. Originally from Saitama just north of Tokyo, she spent years …
JapanThe Best Singapore Apps for Visitors
Part of planning for a trip these days is ensuring you have all the best apps on your smartphone to help make your life easier on holiday. Here we …
Asia Travel5 Inexpensive Family-Friendly Activities in Singapore Kids 12 And Under Will Love
More<p>Singapore’s national sports of shopping and eating are great for when you’re an adult just chilling with your homies.<p>But when you’ve got kids who …
KidsChessMaster Makes its Move: A Look into the Campaign’s Cyberespionage Arsenal
<i>by Benson Sy, CH Lei, and Kawabata Kohei</i><p>From gathering intelligence, using the right social engineering lures, and exploiting vulnerabilities to …
Marina Bay SandsSingapore Is Testing Glow-In-The Dark Paths, And It’s A Really Bright Idea
Singapore is well known for being innovative. In fact, the small city state has been ranked the most innovative country in Asia several times by the …
South-east AsiaDBS launches PayLah taxi QR code payment in Singapore | ZDNet
DBS PayLah's QR code function can now be used to pay for taxi fares on all ComfortDelGro taxis in Singapore.<p>Those commuting via taxi in Singapore now …
BankingKhaw Boon Wan takes issue with press coverage of MRT resignalling project
July 27, 2017 3:02 PM<br>SINGAPORE - Transport Minister Khaw Boon Wan went off scriptin his opening address at the fourth joint forum on infrastructure …
South-east AsiaMcDonald’s have really p*ssed people off with this new burger in Singapore
McDonald’s have have been hitting the news recently, and not in a good way.<p>This airport sells takeaway kebabs for you to eat on the plane<p>A staff …
South-east AsiaAmazon officially enters Southeast Asia, launches Prime Now in Singapore
Amazon officially announced its arrival in Singapore and the Southeast Asia region on Thursday by launching Prime Now, which offers free two-hour …
AmazonAmazon reaches for millions in Southeast Asia's cyberspace
SINGAPORE (AP) — Amazon is introducing express delivery to Singapore in its first direct effort to tap into surging online shopping in fast-growing Southeast Asia.<p>The American e-commerce company announced Thursday it will begin operating a distribution facility bigger than a football field in the …
BusinessAmazon Enters Singapore With a Pitch to Big Spenders
E-commerce company is initially offering its Prime Now fast-delivery option in the city-state<p>Amazon.com Inc. is launching in Singapore with a twist: It is targeting loyal, time-strapped shoppers by starting with its more limited one- and two-hour subscription delivery option.<p>The new approach, …
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