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Zero shadow at 1.11pm on March 23 in Singapore: The effect is expected to last for just a few minutes.
straitstimes.com/singapore/zero-shadow-at-111pm-on-march-23-in-singapore
Singaporean doctor in Britain receives honorary knighthood for role in fight against Covid-19
straitstimes.com/singapore/singaporean-doctor-in-britain-receives-honorary-knighthood-for-role-in-fight-against-covid-19
Students at Singapore universities allowed to use AI tools for assignments but cannot flout rules
asiaone.com/singapore/students-singapore-universities-allowed-use-ai-tools-assignments-cannot-flout-rules
Quick Glance: UN adopts groundbreaking global AI resolution
- The resolution underscores the need for guidelines for safe, trustworthy AI systems and excludes military AI.
- It promotes the positive potentials of AI, calls for bridging digital divides and ensuring equitable access to achieve UN Sustainable Development Goals.
- The resolution was a step forward to address the promises and risks of AI, aiming to support developing countries.
- Concerns regarding negative impacts of AI on human rights and data protection are highlighted, emphasizing the need for responsible regulation of the technology.
Record hot temperatures, unusual monsoon surges: 5 takeaways from Singapore's 2023 climate report
channelnewsasia.com/singapore/record-hot-temperatures-unusual-monsoon-surges-singapore-2023-climate-report-takeaway-4216881
NUS removes posters related to Israel-Palestine conflict that were put up without approval
straitstimes.com/singapore/nus-removes-posters-related-to-israel-palestine-conflict-that-were-put-up-without-approval
Baltimore bridge collapse reignites calls for fixes to America's aging bridges: The collision caused Baltimore's Francis Scott Key Bridge to collapse within ...
usatoday.com/story/news/nation/2024/03/27/baltimore-bridge-collapse-how-safe-are-americas-bridges/73113103007/
Quick Glance: Tragedy in Baltimore: Fatal Bridge Collapse and Intensive Investigations
- A cargo ship that lost control and crashed into a bridge in Baltimore had previously undergone engine maintenance in the port, according to the US Coast Guard. Divers retrieved the bodies of two of the six workers who fell into the water, while the search for the others was deemed unsuccessful.
- Investigators commenced gathering evidence from the cargo ship involved in striking the Francis Scott Key Bridge. The victims were from Mexico, Guatemala, Honduras, and El Salvador, with authorities suspecting that the other vehicles with victims were trapped.
CNA Explains: Reddit's gone public. What does it mean for users?: The platform occupies a unique niche online – including in Singapore. An IPO and any moves ...
channelnewsasia.com/business/reddit-ipo-redditors-internet-forum-culture-cna-explains-4214391
Does Preventative Botox Really Work?: Preventative Botox and other injections may prevent wrinkles by helping train your muscles out of frowning ...
health.clevelandclinic.org/preventative-botox
Duo discovers bird-dropping spider new to Singapore: It is the third such species of the spider spotted in Singapore.
straitstimes.com/singapore/environment/duo-discovers-bird-dropping-spider-new-to-singapore
Hong Kong must fight blowback after passing Article 23 law: Analysts: Hong Kong will have to “bite the bullet” and confront “unavoidable” repercussions from ...
scmp.com/news/hong-kong/politics/article/3255996/hong-kong-must-be-ready-bite-bullet-and-take-potshots-after-passing-article-23-bill-its-stride-and
Quick Glance: Australia and Britain Condemn China's Actions in Hong Kong and South China Sea
- Australia and Britain criticized China for its actions in Hong Kong and the South China Sea, as well as its support of Russia.
- In a statement following a meeting where London and Canberra deepened their security ties, the two countries expressed concerns about security and rights in Hong Kong, as well as human rights abuses in China.
- The ministers also strongly criticized Russia's invasion of Ukraine and called on China to play a role in ending the conflict.
- They also warned of the potentially severe consequences of an Israeli ground invasion of Rafah in the Gaza Strip.
Jail for man who commented on Shinzo Abe’s shooting, asked for someone to ‘do the same’ to PM Lee
straitstimes.com/singapore/courts-crime/jail-for-man-who-commented-on-shinzo-abe-s-shooting-asked-for-someone-to-do-the-same-to-pm-lee
Caffeine makes fuel cells more efficient, cuts cost of energy storage: Boffins show less platinum may be needed for long-lived power source
theregister.com/2024/03/14/caffeine_fuel_cells_paper/
Analysis: China is one of the costliest places to raise a child, and it’s not all about the money
channelnewsasia.com/asia/china-childcare-costs-education-spending-children-parents-support-women-mothers-4222571
Two new studies in Singapore show promise in tackling antibiotic resistance by bacteria
straitstimes.com/singapore/health/two-new-studies-in-singapore-show-promise-in-tackling-antibiotic-resistance-by-bacteria
Feathered gardeners: How are birds helping Singapore’s forests thrive?: A research project – one of the first of its kind here – is under way to quantify the ...
straitstimes.com/multimedia/graphics/2024/03/birds-research-seeds-forests-singapore/
Fewer foreign patients in Singapore, but more coming for critical and complex care
straitstimes.com/singapore/health/fewer-foreign-patients-in-singapore-but-more-coming-for-critical-and-complex-care
Singapore-Indonesia agreements on air space management, defence and extradition enter into force
channelnewsasia.com/singapore/lee-hsien-loong-indonesia-joko-widodo-expanded-framework-agreements-relationship-4214701
New master’s programme to train mental health professionals in Singapore: It will help practitioners support patients who have mild to moderate symptoms of ...
straitstimes.com/singapore/new-master-s-programme-to-train-mental-health-professionals
Free Pap test for cervical cancer for women aged 25 to 69: The Pap test is part of 365 Cancer Prevention Society’s #My1stPapTest campaign. From now until May 31 ...
cnalifestyle.channelnewsasia.com/women/free-pap-smear-365-cancer-prevention-society-387431
Gillman Barracks tenants hope art can be part of future development plans for area
channelnewsasia.com/singapore/gillman-barracks-tenants-hope-art-can-be-part-future-development-plans-area-4219596
President Tharman, PM Lee congratulate Prabowo on Indonesia election victory: SINGAPORE: Singapore's President Tharman Shanmugaratnam and Prime Minister Lee ...
channelnewsasia.com/singapore/tharman-shanmugaratnam-lee-hsien-loong-congratulate-indonesia-president-elect-prabowo-subianto-4211271
Over half in Singapore say society, technology changing too fast, and in ways that don't benefit them: Survey
channelnewsasia.com/singapore/singapore-society-technology-change-survey-4191971
The Big Read: When home is where the hospital bed is: SINGAPORE: Ever since the stringent no-visitor rule in hospitals was temporarily imposed at the height of ...
channelnewsasia.com/singapore/big-read-hospital-bed-crunch-home-4216886
Two Sessions: China touts openness while tightening control: The two themes have run alongside each other throughout this year's National People's Congress.
bbc.com/news/world-asia-68508868
‘Insane’: Xi’s call for ethnic Chinese to tell Beijing’s story stirs anger: Millions of people of Chinese origin are nationals of countries other than China and ...
aljazeera.com/features/2024/3/23/insane-xis-call-for-ethnic-chinese-to-tell-beijings-story-stirs-anger
Extreme hot weather can affect sperm count, concentration of Singapore men: Study
channelnewsasia.com/singapore/extreme-heat-hot-weather-singapore-sperm-count-concentration-construction-sector-4205366
Extreme heat affects men’s fertility and birth outcomes: NUS study: Rising temperatures could further reduce S'pore’s fertility rate, which dipped to below 1 in ...
straitstimes.com/singapore/extreme-heat-affects-men-s-fertility-and-birth-outcomes-nus-study
55 Things You Need to Know About Nicole Shanahan: Robert F. Kennedy Jr. is expected to name the Bay Area lawyer, entrepreneur and philanthropist as his running ...
politico.com/news/magazine/2024/03/26/nicole-shanahan-rfk-jr-2024-bio-00149015
Quick Glance: RFK Jr. selects attorney Nicole Shanahan as his VP candidate
- Independent presidential hopeful, Robert F. Kennedy Jr., revealed on Tuesday that Nicole Shanahan, a wealthy attorney and entrepreneur in the San Francisco Bay Area, is joining his campaign as his vice presidential candidate.
- Shanahan has been actively contributing to Kennedy's campaign and his super PAC, solidifying her position as a potential vice presidential candidate.
- Additionally, Shanahan has established a foundation advocating for issues such as reproductive longevity and equality, criminal justice reform, and a sustainable planet.
- Kennedy has a strong emphasis on anti-vaccine efforts and has incorporated anti-vaccine activists into his campaign team to bolster his stance on the matter.
Distance-based charging for motorists would be 'more equitable', say analysts: But the trade-offs are not straightforward, said Transport Minister Chee Hong Tat ...
channelnewsasia.com/singapore/distance-based-usage-charge-traffic-vehicle-population-4183271
I’m 70 years old — why shouldn’t my clothes convey my sexuality, and sense of style?
cnn.com/2024/03/12/style/lyn-slater-accidental-icon-how-to-be-old/
ST Explains: Does UV radiation affect heat stress?: In March, there have been 22 days of the UV index reaching extreme levels.
straitstimes.com/singapore/st-explains-does-uv-radiation-affect-heat-stress
Reversible process after birth: pregnancy causes women to age prematurely: There are many factors that cause people to age prematurely. The best known are ...
n-tv.de/wissen/Schwangerschaft-laesst-Frauen-fruehzeitig-altern-article24834705.html
An erosion of HK’s value proposition? New security law draws mixed reactions: Analysts are concerned about city’s eroding uniqueness, but others welcomed ‘real ...
straitstimes.com/asia/east-asia/an-erosion-of-hk-s-value-proposition-new-security-law-draws-mixed-reactions
Singaporeans prefer to have just one child, instead of being childless: Study: More than 22,000 people were polled in study of eight countries on their family ...
straitstimes.com/singapore/singaporeans-prefer-to-have-just-one-child-instead-of-being-childless-study
Man queues for 15 hours to get his hands on Snoopy-themed MoonSwatch: SINGAPORE — IT professional Beh Jia Wei waited 15 hours outside Ion Orchard to snag the ...
asiaone.com/singapore/man-queues-15-hours-get-his-hands-snoopy-themed-moonswatch
PM Lee hopes ex-president Tony Tan’s new book will inspire more to step up and lead S’pore
straitstimes.com/singapore/hope-that-former-president-tony-tan-s-new-book-will-inspire-more-to-step-up-and-lead-s-pore-pm-lee
Analysis: Why top PAP leaders issued reserves challenge to the opposition and will they take it up?
channelnewsasia.com/singapore/reserves-election-issue-pm-lee-dpm-wong-challenge-opposition-4180926
The Big Read: Show and shame litterbugs - would it be a step too far or just what's needed to curb the scourge?
channelnewsasia.com/singapore/big-read-show-and-shame-litterbugs-mse-nea-4183481
IN FOCUS: A 'right to disconnect' from work - do Singapore employees even want such a law?
channelnewsasia.com/singapore/right-disconnect-work-life-balance-harmony-jobs-careers-4178131
Some hospitals in Singapore offer plant-based menu options as part of sustainability drive
straitstimes.com/singapore/some-hospitals-in-singapore-offer-plant-based-menu-options-as-part-of-sustainability-drive
Lawyer struck off for not disclosing plagiarism; fellow NUS grad who came clean called to the Bar
straitstimes.com/singapore/courts-crime/lawyer-struck-off-for-not-disclosing-plagiarism-fellow-nus-grad-who-came-clean-called-to-the-bar
Commentary: Retaining nurses in Singapore’s public healthcare is about more than just monetary incentives
channelnewsasia.com/commentary/singapore-healthcare-system-become-nurse-quit-retain-4186176
Three Is Best: How China’s Family Planning Propaganda Has Changed: Faced with a shrinking and aging population, China is using propaganda channels to send the ...
nytimes.com/interactive/2024/03/09/world/asia/china-childbirth-propaganda.html
10 university degrees with the highest starting salary in Singapore (2024): A university degree in Singapore isn't cheap. For example, a bachelor's ...
asiaone.com/money/10-university-degrees-highest-starting-salary-singapore-2024
Ageing in style: Luxury retirement homes on the rise in Malaysia: These homes boast plush suites, jacuzzis and even karaoke rooms for residents.
straitstimes.com/asia/se-asia/ageing-in-style-luxury-retirement-homes-on-the-rise-in-malaysia
Vincent Cassel Is a DJ in Decline in French Netflix Film From Music Video Director So Me (First-Look Image)
hollywoodreporter.com/movies/movie-news/vincent-cassel-dj-french-netflix-film-so-me-first-look-1235861065/
The nobody who tried to buy Manchester United and Inter Milan: Thomas Zilliacus came from nowhere to make bids for two of Europe's biggest clubs yet is also a ...
theathletic.com/5371588/2024/03/28/the-nobody-who-tried-to-buy-manchester-united-and-inter-milan/
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Sign of the times in Japan as nappy company switches production to adult nappies: Oji Holdings said it would stop making children’s nappies in September amid a ...
theguardian.com/world/2024/mar/27/oji-holdings-japan-switch-adult-nappies-ageing-society
EAM Jaishankar, Singapore's trade minister discuss semiconductors, space: EAM Jaishankar also engaged in discussions with prominent corporate figures from the ...
business-standard.com/economy/news/eam-jaishankar-singapore-s-trade-minister-discuss-semiconductors-space-124032500159_1.html
Supermodel Elle Macpherson turns 60: “I’m not focusing on aging”: Despite personal challenges including struggles with alcoholism, she is now a successful ...
rundschau-online.de/red/supermodel-elle-macpherson-wird-60-ich-konzentriere-mich-nicht-aufs-altern-765903
Is Singapore really Asia’s happiest country? UN report sheds light on age divide: While the latest edition of an annual UN-sponsored report found Singapore to be ...
scmp.com/week-asia/lifestyle-culture/article/3256761/singapore-really-asias-happiest-country-un-report-sheds-light-age-divide
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Has Chanel cracked the code to anti-ageing? What exactly is the science of senescence?
cnalifestyle.channelnewsasia.com/style-beauty/chanel-beauty-senescence-anti-ageing-skincare-sublimage-387211
Aging in Bangladesh: Are we ready for more social spending?: The dependency ratio of the people who are over 65-plus years rose to 9.4 percent in 2023 from 8 ...
thedailystar.net/business/economy/news/ageing-bangladesh-are-we-ready-more-social-spending-3574911
Here’s Why Women Should Go for Regular Health Screenings Here’s why women should got for regular health screenings
elle.com.sg/beauty/health-wellness/why-women-should-get-regular-health-screenings/
Japan producing so few babies that diaper maker is pivoting to adults: With fewer babies being born in Japan and the population aging fast, a leading company is ...
businessinsider.com/japan-company-shifts-adult-diapers-due-low-birth-rates-babies-2024-3
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Defence spending plus other letters, March 27: ‘Government has been dithering over our military for decades’
theglobeandmail.com/opinion/letters/article-defence-spending-high-cost-no-update/
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Slowed, slurred speech can indicate brain health in older adults: Poor verbal fluency can help gauge if a person is exhibiting symptoms of neurodegenerative ...
scroll.in/article/1065213/slowed-slurred-speech-can-indicate-brain-health-in-older-adults
Pregnancy has some surprising effects on ageing – and it's good news: Scientists at Yale have found that pregnancy accelerates ageing by up to two years - but ...
metro.co.uk/2024/03/26/pregnancy-can-speed-ageing-reverse-even-20531218/
Chronic musculoskeletal pain may accelerate brain aging: In a study published in Nature Mental Health, scientists from China and the United States have found ...
medicalxpress.com/news/2024-03-chronic-musculoskeletal-pain-brain-aging.html
The key to a long life is avoiding the ‘poisonous 5 P’s,’ says one of the world’s top anti-aging experts
fortune.com/well/2024/03/25/key-long-life-poisonous-5-ps-worlds-top-anti-aging-experts/
Singapore university sets up AI research facility for 'public good': With IBM and Google Cloud enlisted as partners, the AI Institute pledges to ensure ...
zdnet.com/article/singapore-university-sets-up-ai-research-facility-for-public-good/
Why do we age? Scientists are working to understand the causes and whether there are ways to stop it
cnalifestyle.channelnewsasia.com/wellness/ageing-biology-dna-387321
People are living longer. Here’s how to stay current on the topic of aging: With more people living longer and with greater needs and opportunities ...
dailynews.com/2024/03/24/people-are-living-longer-heres-how-to-stay-current-on-the-topic-of-aging/
Everyone Hopes They Can Give Their Dogs the Longest Lives Possible. One Company Is Banking On It.
slate.com/technology/2024/03/dog-live-longer-supplement-pill-leap-years-research.html
Turning offices into homes could help Atlanta, but no ‘silver bullet’: Downtown has an oversupply of aging office buildings that can’t compete for tenants in a ...
ajc.com/news/business/turning-office-towers-into-homes-a-tool-to-help-downtown-but-not-a-silver-bullet/FV3VHCKB6FHBVDN5IKORVSWSAU/
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Ageing: It's possible at 81: The oldest US president in history is running again. Four peers explain why his age can be an advantage - unlike his opponent Trump.
zeit.de/2024/13/altern-joe-biden-us-wahl-praesidentschaft
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New Lexington distillery makes Lynyrd Skynyrd whiskey; the band will be there to toast it
kentucky.com/lexgoeat/bourbon/article286835065.html
EAM Jaishankar meets Singapore's PM Lee to further deepen bilateral ties: External Affairs Minister Dr S Jaishankar on Monday called on Singapore Prime Minister ...
business-standard.com/external-affairs-defence-security/news/jaishankar-meets-singapore-pm-lee-senior-ministers-to-further-deepen-bilateral-ties-124032500299_1.html
Blommer to Close Chicago Chocolate Factory: Cocoa processor Blommer Chocolate Co. will close its Chicago chocolate factory as the aging facility is no longer ...
bloomberg.com/news/articles/2024-03-22/cocoa-processor-blommer-to-close-chicago-chocolate-factory
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Texans are aging. Is the state ready to battle Alzheimer’s disease?: Nearly 12% of Texas seniors in 2020 were living with Alzheimer’s disease ...
dallasnews.com/news/public-health/2024/03/20/texans-are-aging-is-the-state-ready-to-battle-alzheimers-disease/
COVID-19 Leaves Its Mark on the Brain. Significant Drops in IQ Scores Are Noted.: Research shows that even mild COVID-19 can lead to the equivalent of seven ...
theconversation.com/mounting-research-shows-that-covid-19-leaves-its-mark-on-the-brain-including-with-significant-drops-in-iq-scores-224216
Chinese study sheds light on how proteins play a role in ageing process: Scientists have long suspected that a protein called PAPPA could play a key role in
scmp.com/news/china/science/article/3256164/chinese-study-sheds-light-how-proteins-play-role-ageing-process
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Sheryl Lee Ralph: ‘You Gotta Have Guts to Live’: “Abbott Elementary” star Sheryl Lee Ralph talks about her decades-long career, advocacy work ...
self.com/story/sheryl-lee-ralph
Swedish pharmacy to stop selling anti-aging skincare products to under-15s: A major Swedish pharmacy chain is banning sales of certain skincare products to ...
thelocal.se/20240321/swedish-pharmacy-to-stop-selling-anti-aging-skincare-products-to-under-15s
Study finds childhood trauma can lead to mental health issues among young adults: SINGAPORE — Traumatic childhood experiences like emotional neglect may lead to ...
asiaone.com/singapore/study-finds-childhood-trauma-can-lead-mental-health-issues-among-young-adults
Aging with dignity in Kirchheim: Living with support and in community: The Anna Riecker House has twelve rooms on 480 square meters. The facility is intended to ...
lkz.de/lokales/landkreis-ludwigsburg_artikel,-wuerdevolles-altern-in-kirchheim-wohnen-mit-unterstuetzung-und-in-gemeinschaft-_arid,778318.html
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Singapore minister Vivian Balakrishnan’s visit to Palestinian territories a ‘visible gesture’ by city state
scmp.com/week-asia/politics/article/3255849/singapore-minister-vivian-balakrishnans-visit-palestinian-territories-visible-gesture-city-state
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Owners of aging Teslas, this new bespoke warranty plan is for you: Amber has launched AmberCare, an EV-specific warranty program in the US for aging Tesla models ...
electrek.co/2024/03/20/owners-of-aging-teslas-this-new-bespoke-warranty-plan-is-for-you/
Fines and jail time – even Singapore can’t stop people vaping: As Australia debates legislation that would effectively outlaw vaping without a prescription ...
smh.com.au/world/asia/fines-and-jail-time-even-singapore-can-t-stop-people-vaping-20240321-p5fe8w.html
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