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Local veteran actor Chen Tianwen, 61, shared on Capital 958’s Celeb Talk segment this morning (Jan 20) that he has been diagnosed with sleep apnea, a condition where breathing repeatedly stops and starts during sleep, leading to poor rest. Speaking to DJ Lingzhi, Tianwen revealed that his breathing pauses around 59 times per hour while…
The remains of a Singaporean man who disappeared alongside his wife following a devastating 7.4-magnitude earthquake in Taiwan’s Hualien county in April 2024 have been recovered. Mr. Sim Hwee Kok and his wife, Ms. Neo Siew Choo, were officially declared deceased by the Hualien District Court in December 2024, at the request of their family….
In today’s busy world, small acts of kindness can make a big difference. A recent social media post showed how understanding and care can help people with disabilities. The post, shared by David Tan in TADA Drivers Club, shows a conversation between a passenger and a private hire driver. The passenger, who is blind and…
A 36-year-old Indonesian man, Chandra Ahmadyani, has been charged for attempting to deposit a counterfeit $10,000 note at a bank in Singapore. According to a police statement, the incident occurred on December 23, 2024, at around 12 pm at the DBS South Bridge Branch located in Hong Lim Complex. Chandra allegedly presented the counterfeit note…
A 79-year-old driver found himself in the spotlight after his black Mercedes slammed into a pillar at Block 680C Jurong West Central on Jan 19. The late-night crash, which occurred around 9.05pm, had police scrambling to the scene. Early reports suggest the car might have self-skidded, but the drama didn’t end there. Witnesses claim a…
The upcoming TOTO Reunion Draw, scheduled for 24 January 2025 at 9:30 PM, now boasts an estimated jackpot of S$10.8 million. This significant increase follows two consecutive draws on 16 and 20 January without a Group 1 winner. To accommodate the anticipated surge in participants, Singapore Pools’ outlets and authorized retailers will extend their operating…
A Hwa Chong Institution student sparked conversation online after being seen sporting a pair of Dior sneakers valued at approximately $1,700 in a poster promoting a school scholarship. The promotional material showcased the student as an example of excellence, presumably highlighting her achievements and role as a scholarship recipient. However, attention was drawn to her…
