With gene editing now presenting such low risks that it can be used in human embryos, genetically-modified babies aren’t just the tales of science fiction. According to a newly published scientific paper, such “designer babies” are “ethically justifiable”, “highly desirable” and could become a possibility in about two years’ time. Dr Kevin Smith, a bioethicist […]
Singapore’s two leading universities—National University of Singapore (NUS) and Nanyang Technological University (NTU)—have done the country proud, after making it as the top two universities in Asia on the latest Quacquarelli Symonds (QS) university rankings. Besides snagging the top spots in the region, both institutions also tied at 11th place on the recently released (Nov 27) QS’ World […]
K-pop group Super Junior’s Choi Siwon made Chinese fans furious after he liked a tweet about the demonstrations in Hong Kong a few days ago. While Choi has since apologised and “unliked” the tweet, fans don’t easily forgive (or forget). On Nov 24, the K-pop star liked a tweet from Korean news outlet Chosun. The […]
Airline Excellence Awards by AirlineRatings.com has just announced its picks for the Top 20 Airlines for 2020. Air New Zealand was proclaimed the world’s best airline, dethroning the previous champ, Singapore Airlines (SIA). Besides being in second place worldwide, SIA has also been named “Best First Class Airline” for the third year in a row. […]
“Does it spark joy?” asks Marie Kondo on her Netflix series “Tidying Up with Marie Kondo”, holding up a tea pot, a sweater or any sundry home item. If it doesn’t “spark joy” in you, Kondo is emphatic that you get rid of it. When she was a mere student of 19, Marie Kondo launched […]
With 2020 just around the corner, it’s time to make a start on your travel plans for the next year. But where to go? Do you visit some of your all-time favourites or venture into the unknown? The more important question is—what does your budget say? Travel experts Lonely Planet recently published its official list […]
Maintaining a decent work-life balance is vital in today’s competitive and fast-paced world. Countries like Japan and Singapore are especially known for their over-achieving yet overworked ways. Microsoft Japan recently tried something that a growing number of smaller companies have been successfully implementing—adopting a four-day work week. The month-long experiment yielded great results—employees were happier […]
While the adage “the earlier, the better” holds true in other situations, travel booking site Expedia recently busted that myth when it comes to booking flights. Expedia’s expert travel tip—to book seven to 13 days before the flight date—can apparently result in up to 30 percent savings. If you think it’s too late to plan […]
Tied for first place in the race for the world’s most powerful passports, Singapore and Japan each have visa-free or visa-on-arrival access to 190 countries. Across the globe, other nations aren’t quite so lucky and have to go old school and patiently apply and pay for visas, hoping that their life’s credentials are enough to […]
