StarHub did not discuss compensation for affected customers when queried by CNA.SINGAPORE: On Monday (Aug 8), StarHub stated that initial investigations revealed its network was "not tuned to react to the sudden surge of concurrent users," following a wave of complaints from customers regarding broadcast issues during the opening weekend of the Premier League season.Frustrated …
Author: Jack Wong
Jack Wong
Discovering Insights Beyond the PlateMark Wiens, like many content creators, embodies a blend of roles. His website features an extensive narrative about his culinary journey, but I’ll distill it down to one sentence: he’s a gentle, nomadic foodie with millions of YouTube subscribers.In his videos, there’s a unique rhythm that sets him apart from typical …
New Report Highlights Need for Better Education and Sustainable SolutionsA recent report by the Singapore Environment Council (SEC) revealed that many Singaporeans believe numerous products come with excessive packaging and are open to purchasing items with more sustainable alternatives. On August 2, SEC launched the report titled “Unlocking Opportunities for Sustainable Packaging in Singapore,” which …
A 63-Storey Mixed-Use Development to Redefine the Skyline in the Central Business DistrictSINGAPORE: Alibaba, the Chinese tech giant, along with a consortium led by Singapore-based real estate firm Perennial Holdings, has received approval to construct a 63-storey mixed-use development at Shenton Way in the Central Business District.With an approved height of 305 meters, according to …
Navigating Parenthood and Intimacy: Can It Be Done?“Anyway, how’s your sex life?”It’s not a question you’d typically hear from friends. If they do, there’s an 80 percent chance they’re American filmmaker Tommy Wiseau. Yet variations of this question might echo in your mind from time to time.For those who are single and sexually active, it …
Calls for a review of CPF interest rates gain traction amid ongoing concerns over retirement adequacy.SINGAPORE: Former GIC chief economist Yeoh Lam Keong expressed his disagreement with Manpower Minister Tan See Leng's remarks regarding Central Provident Fund (CPF) interest rates during a parliamentary speech on August 2. In his Facebook post, Mr. Yeoh raised concerns …
Pioneering initiatives aim to enhance consumer experiences across various sectors.SINGAPORE: The Infocomm Media Development Authority (IMDA) announced three new 5G projects on Wednesday (Aug 3) aimed at leveraging the fifth-generation mobile network to enhance consumer experiences in Singapore.These projects, described by IMDA as the region's first in their respective fields, will apply 5G technology in …
Exploring cultural attitudes towards child autonomy in Singapore.A few months ago, Netflix aired Old Enough!, a heartwarming Japanese series that sparked varying reactions around the globe. This unscripted reality show features young toddlers completing errands unsupervised in Japanese neighborhoods, eliciting both admiration and criticism.In Singapore, Mediacorp Channel 5 adapted Old Enough! in 2019, showcasing celebrity …
A heart-wrenching tale of betrayal and resilience.Life recently dealt a devastating blow to a delivery rider when he discovered that his wife of nearly ten years had been unfaithful, and a paternity test revealed that their youngest child, a 10-month-old boy, is not biologically his.The 27-year-old rider grew suspicious when his 29-year-old wife began staying …
Defence Minister Emphasizes Equal NS Responsibilities for All Young Male CitizensSINGAPORE: Defence Minister Ng Eng Hen asserted on Tuesday (Aug 2) that all young male Singaporeans, including new citizens, are required to undergo National Service (NS), refuting recent claims made by Progress Singapore Party's Leong Mun Wai as "inaccurate and misleading."Mr. Leong, a Non-Constituency Member …
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