Asia Travel S$54,000 raised for rower Joan Poh’s World Champs bid; funding remains hurdle for Singapore athletes August 20, 2026 Jet Lee The S$54,000 windfall is crucial, directly addressing a substantial portion of the expenses associated with high-level international competition. These funds are earmarked not only for Poh’s living expenses and her…
Asia Travel Amazon to Expand Drone Delivery Service to Hundreds of U.S. Cities by Year End August 19, 2026 Jet Lee SAN FRANCISCO, August 19 – Amazon announced on Wednesday its ambitious plan to dramatically expand its drone delivery service, Prime Air, aiming to reach hundreds of U.S. cities and towns…
Asia Travel Former Australia batter Warner convicted, fined for drink-driving August 18, 2026 Jet Lee The incident that led to Warner’s conviction occurred on the Easter weekend when he was apprehended in Sydney’s eastern suburbs. The 39-year-old was driving his family home after attending a…
Asia Travel Russia summons Japan ambassador over disputed islands row August 18, 2026 Jet Lee The Russian Foreign Ministry’s decision to summon Ambassador Muto came swiftly after Japan had lodged its own protest, summoning Russia’s ambassador in Tokyo to express its displeasure over President Putin’s…
Asia Travel Former Chelsea striker Batshuayi joins Abha August 17, 2026 Jet Lee This high-profile transfer underscores the relentless ambition of the Saudi Pro League (SPL) to attract top-tier international talent, with Batshuayi becoming the latest European football luminary to embark on a…
Asia Travel AI Powerhouse Higgsfield Quadruples Valuation to $5.4 Billion Amid Soaring Demand for Generative Content August 17, 2026 Jet Lee Higgsfield, a burgeoning AI startup at the forefront of generative media, has seen its valuation skyrocket to an astonishing $5.4 billion, marking a nearly fourfold increase in just about six…
Asia Travel MPA, Ocean Infinity to trial autonomous and remote marine operations in Singapore port waters August 17, 2026 Jet Lee This landmark agreement marks a significant step forward in Singapore’s ambition to embrace cutting-edge maritime technologies, positioning itself at the forefront of the global movement towards smarter, safer, and more…
Asia Travel It’s 2026 – why are brands still objectifying women to sell e-bikes, air-conditioners and more? August 17, 2026 Jet Lee Despite significant strides in gender equality and heightened public awareness, the year 2026 continues to witness a disheartening prevalence of sexually objectifying advertisements across various industries. From Chinese electric two-wheelers…
Asia Travel Arsenal humble Man City to win Community Shield August 16, 2026 Jet Lee The Community Shield, often dismissed by some as merely a glorified friendly, holds significant symbolic weight, pitting the reigning Premier League champions against the FA Cup holders. While not a…
Asia Travel SINGAPORE: A 67-year-old man died after a fire broke out in a Jurong East flat in the early hours of Sunday (Aug 16). August 16, 2026 Jet Lee The tragic incident unfolded at approximately 3:55 am, plunging the usually serene residential block into chaos and grief. The Singapore Civil Defence Force (SCDF) was alerted to the blaze at…
