From Xiaohongshu to Weibo: A beginner’s guide to navigating China’s internet ecosystem and its top platforms

From Xiaohongshu to Weibo: A beginner’s guide to navigating China’s internet ecosystem and its top platforms

KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 11 — Once primarily used within China, social media and e-commerce platform Xiaoho...

November 11, 2024
Wingstop and Irvins team up to launch new 'Dangerously Addictive' flavour for limited time only

Wingstop and Irvins team up to launch new 'Dangerously Addictive' flavour for limited time only

American fast-food chain Wingstop is teaming up with popular homegrown brand Irvins to launch the ne...

November 11, 2024
King Charles leads nation in silence for war dead as Kate resumes royal duties following cancer treatment

King Charles leads nation in silence for war dead as Kate resumes royal duties following cancer treatment

LONDON, Nov 11 — King Charles III led Britain in two minutes of silence on Sunday to honour the coun...

November 11, 2024
Bali eyes two-year pause on new hotels to address over-tourism concerns amid calls to protect island’s natural beauty

Bali eyes two-year pause on new hotels to address over-tourism concerns amid calls to protect island’s natural beauty

BADUNG (Indonesia), Nov 11 — On Indonesia’s beach-fringed resort island of Bali, fed-up locals want ...

November 11, 2024
Sacred cow: Coal-reliant India eyes biogas from dung to curb carbon footprint

Sacred cow: Coal-reliant India eyes biogas from dung to curb carbon footprint

NEW DELHI, Nov 11 — Venerated as incarnations of Hindu deities, India’s sacred cows are also being t...

November 11, 2024
The best places for quiet travel when the world won't shut up

The best places for quiet travel when the world won't shut up

Lately, I've been noticing more people signing off their Friday emails with wishes for a "restful we...

November 11, 2024
Surviving AI as a full-time writer in Singapore

Surviving AI as a full-time writer in Singapore

The only thing constant is change. The phrase has resonated with me more than ever as a full-time wr...

November 11, 2024
What to do, where to stay, top tips and best deals for your next getaway

What to do, where to stay, top tips and best deals for your next getaway

Still no plans for the year-end holidays? Let November's Travel Scoop inspire you to nearby destinat...

November 11, 2024
Craving Indian food in Singapore? Here's where we get our fix

Craving Indian food in Singapore? Here's where we get our fix

Great Indian restaurants abound in Singapore, from humble hawker stalls and cafes to upscale fine di...

November 11, 2024
Making the most of paternity leave: 10 ways dads can lend a hand, bond and build memories

Making the most of paternity leave: 10 ways dads can lend a hand, bond and build memories

So, dads, you're on paternity leave. Now what? The next few weeks are a mix of excitement, sleepless...

November 11, 2024
China woman takes loan to do multiple cosmetic surgeries in 24 hours, dies

China woman takes loan to do multiple cosmetic surgeries in 24 hours, dies

BEIJING, Nov 10 — How far would you go to improve your looks? SCMP reported that a woman in China bo...

November 11, 2024
Is your child ready for the group chat era? Here's what to know

Is your child ready for the group chat era? Here's what to know

Mom-of-four Samm Davidson had barely set down the groceries when she heard it — a "ping" from her so...

November 11, 2024