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Life-changing medicine or beauty hack? How Ozempic came to be seen as both, and why that's risky

Life-changing medicine or beauty hack? How Ozempic came to be seen as both, and why that's risky The same drug that is helping patients manage diabetes and reduce their risk of serious complications from chronic conditions is also being discussed as a beauty hack by people hoping to lose a few kilograms. Experts say more education and awareness are needed.

Rushing from pilates to spin? Exercise doesn't have to be exhausting or pricey

Rushing from pilates to spin? Exercise doesn't have to be exhausting or pricey From packed workout schedules to expensive classes to social media pressure, some working adults are pushing themselves to the limit in the pursuit of health, which in turn causes more stress on their bodies and in their daily lives than necessary. Adulthood is not just one phase of life but comes in stages.

Whether by cane or feather duster, adults recall the fear of being caned as kids but not the lessons

Yakult Singapore drops orange flavour for peach – and the internet is divided

Yakult Singapore drops orange flavour for peach – and the internet is divided From July 2026, Yakult Singapore is making a huge change to its flavour line-up and the internet is divided. For the first time in over four decades, Yakult Singapore is making a change – one that has the internet divided. From July 2026, the familiar orange-flavoured Yakult will be phased out locally and replaced with peach instead, marking the first major flavour change since the Japanese probiotic milk beverage...

Three farms affected by Lim Chu Kang land-use changes seek lease extensions as expiry dates draw near

Three farms affected by Lim Chu Kang land-use changes seek lease extensions as expiry dates draw near Two farm owners questioned why they have to leave within the next year, when two other farms will still be operating in the same area for at least another 10 years. SINGAPORE: With less than a year to go until their leases expire, three farms in Lim Chu Kang are fighting for a chance to extend their tenures and hold on to their land. These farms – Bollywood Farms, Gan Aquarium and Gallop...

CNA Explains: What the US forced labour probe means for global trading partners

CNA Explains: What the US forced labour probe means for global trading partners Dozens of economies, including Singapore, could face a new 12.5 per cent levy if the proposed tariffs are implemented. The United States is mulling new tariffs of between 10 per cent and 12.5 per cent on dozens of economies, including Singapore, following a probe into forced labour practices. Analysts said the move is part of Washington’s effort to rebuild broad tariffs after earlier measures were struck down in...

Malaysia pushes Norway to expedite US$252 million refund, says Oslo cannot ‘wash its hands of’ missile deal

Malaysia pushes Norway to expedite US$252 million refund, says Oslo cannot ‘wash its hands of’ missile deal Malaysia’s defence minister said Norway cannot absolve itself of responsibility and should help facilitate the refund process, arguing that Oslo’s decision to revoke export licenses triggered the dispute. KUALA LUMPUR: Malaysia has urged Norway to help expedite a refund of more than RM1 billion (US$251.5 million) for a scrapped missile procurement deal, insisting that Oslo cannot...

Malaysia’s wage growth lags behind GDP as ‘top firms are not scaling’ – what gives?

Malaysia’s wage growth lags behind GDP as ‘top firms are not scaling’ – what gives? A World Bank report in May found that Malaysia’s wage growth since 2010 has lagged behind its gross domestic product (GDP) growth in part because top firms in the country are not scaling up. KUALA LUMPUR: They form the top 10 per cent of businesses in Malaysia productivity-wise.

From sketch plans to 3D scans: How could new tech change the way Singapore police solved a murder case?

From sketch plans to 3D scans: How could new tech change the way Singapore police solved a murder case? Ten years ago, police used sketches and photographs to reconstruct the crime scene in the Tanah Merah Ferry Terminal murder. But how could 3D scanners and drones have changed the way police solved the case?

As Indonesia tightens spending, Prabowo's travel-heavy diplomacy comes under scrutiny

analysis Asia As Indonesia tightens spending, Prabowo's travel-heavy diplomacy comes under scrutiny Critics question whether Indonesia President Prabowo Subianto’s overseas trips are producing measurable economic and political returns at a time when the administration is championing spending cuts and budget efficiency at home. SINGAPORE/JAKARTA: Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto's latest and fourth trip to France in late May has reignited public scrutiny over his travels, particularly...