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In 2012, a quiet 29-year-old Malaysian quality assurance engineer working at a Singapore tech firm was arrested in his rented flat in Yishun. What police found on his laptop would make his case one of the most disturbing child sex crime prosecutions in Singapore’s history — and a cautionary tale that still resonates for parents…
At just 28 years old, Nick Leeson single-handedly brought down Barings Bank, Britain’s oldest merchant bank, with reckless and unauthorized trading that led to $2.2 billion in losses. His actions not only caused the bank’s collapse but also triggered a worldwide financial scandal that sent shockwaves through the industry. Rise of a Financial Star Leeson…
Craving something shiok but don’t want the hassle of dining out? The QianHu Mala Lobster Tail brings that rich, restaurant-quality indulgence straight to your table. Infused with bold mala spices, every bite delivers that addictive numbing heat and deep savoury flavour Singaporeans love 🔥🦞 What makes this a standout? It’s not just lobster, it’s premium-grade,…
Upgrade your workspace anytime, anywhere with this ultra-slim LionShield Wireless Keyboard + Mouse Set ✨ Designed for modern lifestyles, it’s perfect for work, study, travel, or even your favourite café setup. Whether you’re replying emails on your tablet, attending Zoom calls on your laptop, or working on the go, this compact combo keeps everything smooth…
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Wah, Malaysia is leading the game in addressing workplace bullying! Since July 2025, workplace bullying has become a criminal offence there – with real jail time and serious consequences for both bosses and employees. No more just “let HR handle it” kind of thing. This news went viral after a TikTok video by HR Update…
In 2019, a ComfortDelgro cabby was captured on his knees, begging officers for mercy after being slapped with a $200 fine by the National Environment Agency for smoking in his own taxi, a moment that laid bare the precarious existence of Singapore’s taxi drivers. Under the Smoking (Prohibition in Certain Places) Act, anyone caught smoking…
Wah, Singaporeans’ credit card debt hit a 10-year high already! The total unpaid balance reached S$9.07 billion in the third quarter of 2025 – last time we saw this kind of number was back in 2014 leh. The Singapore Department of Statistics (SingStat) data shows that rollover balances – that’s the amount people never pay…
Cathie Wood, head of Ark Investment Management, is known for buying stocks when they dip and selling after strong runs—and she just unloaded about $40 million of one of Ark’s top holdings as investors grow increasingly jittery about a possible tech bubble. Wood made a name for herself after the Ark Innovation ETF delivered a…
SGX Set for Strong Growth as Market Reforms and IPO Boom Take Hold The Singapore Exchange Group (SGX) is riding high after the bellwether Straits Times Index (STI) climbed 2.2% month-on-month in November, pushing year-to-date calendar gains to 19% and total returns to a healthy 25%. Total traded value for securities jumped 17.8% year-on-year, while…