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Desmond Tan Gained Over 10kg for ‘Pace’ — But Getting His Six-Pack Back Was Only Half the Transformation

Desmond Tan Gained Over 10kg for ‘Pace’ — But Getting His Six-Pack Back Was Only Half the Transformation

Singapore actor Desmond Tan has spent years being associated with a lean, athletic physique. For his upcoming local film Pace, however, the 40-year-old deliberately went in the opposite direction — gaining at least 10kg, developing a noticeable belly and eventually reaching a point where he said he barely recognised

BIR Destroys 240,550 Illegal Vapes With ₱1.539-B Tax Liability — But the Bigger Crackdown May Be Just Beginning

BIR Destroys 240,550 Illegal Vapes With ₱1.539-B Tax Liability — But the Bigger Crackdown May Be Just Beginning

MANILA, Philippines — More than 240,000 illicit vape products carrying an estimated ₱1.539 billion in tax liability have been permanently destroyed as the Bureau of Internal Revenue intensifies a crackdown that is increasingly moving beyond small retailers and into warehouses and major distribution networks. The Bureau of Internal Revenue’

Taipei Night Markets vs Your Sleep: The 4-Night Reset That Still Lets You Eat

Taipei Night Markets vs Your Sleep: The 4-Night Reset That Still Lets You Eat

A four-night Taipei reset that keeps Raohe and Shilin in the week without wrecking a 9 a.m. in Xinyi.

The Capsule Wardrobe Bangkok Office Workers Actually Wear in This Heat

The Capsule Wardrobe Bangkok Office Workers Actually Wear in This Heat

Five fast-dry tops, three sit-all-day bottoms, a bag layer for the aircon — the Bangkok office capsule that survives BTS heat.

Kuala Lumpur’s 6pm Golden-Hour Walk Is Becoming a Thing — Here’s Why It Works

Kuala Lumpur’s 6pm Golden-Hour Walk Is Becoming a Thing — Here’s Why It Works

A 6pm KLCC-park walk beats the gym plan you will not attend — if you start from the office and keep the loop stupid.

What Cebu Remote Workers Changed in Their Homes — And the One Thing They All Regret

What Cebu Remote Workers Changed in Their Homes — And the One Thing They All Regret

Cebu remote workers who lasted past year two changed five things at home — and almost all regret the guest-corner office.

The 8 HDB Tweaks That Make a 3-Room Flat in Tampines Feel Twice as Big

The 8 HDB Tweaks That Make a 3-Room Flat in Tampines Feel Twice as Big

Eight low-cost Tampines 3-room tweaks that actually last — and the carpentry quote you should postpone through one rainy season.

Before You Pay Your Renovation Deposit: The 5 Checks Singapore Homeowners Should Never Skip

Before You Pay Your Renovation Deposit: The 5 Checks Singapore Homeowners Should Never Skip

SINGAPORE — A dream home renovation can quickly turn into a financial nightmare when a contractor disappears after collecting payments, repeatedly delays work or leaves a property half-finished. The good news? Homeowners can carry out several checks before signing on the dotted line. But there is one important fact many

From Atlantic Waves to Ancient Souks: Why Morocco Could Be Your Family’s Most Unforgettable Summer Escape Yet

From Atlantic Waves to Ancient Souks: Why Morocco Could Be Your Family’s Most Unforgettable Summer Escape Yet

MOROCCO — Imagine starting the morning on a sun-drenched Atlantic beach, spending the afternoon wandering through centuries-old streets, and ending the day with a traditional Moroccan meal under the stars. For families looking for a holiday that offers more than just a change of scenery, Morocco is emerging as

DOH Sounds Alarm Over Leptospirosis Risk After Habagat Floods: What Filipinos Need to Know

DOH Sounds Alarm Over Leptospirosis Risk After Habagat Floods: What Filipinos Need to Know

MANILA, Philippines — The Department of Health (DOH) has renewed its warning against leptospirosis as widespread flooding caused by the southwest monsoon, or Habagat, continues to expose communities to potentially contaminated floodwaters. While the country has recorded fewer leptospirosis cases so far this year compared with the same period in 2025,

India’s Push for Food Warning Labels Faces Big-Food Fight as Supreme Court Demands Answers

India’s Push for Food Warning Labels Faces Big-Food Fight as Supreme Court Demands Answers

India’s plan to put prominent health warnings on popular packaged foods—including chips, sugary drinks and other products high in sugar, salt and saturated fat—has become the center of a growing battle between public-health advocates, regulators and some of the world’s biggest food companies. The controversy

Shein Is Going Public With a $27 Billion Valuation — But Its Biggest Problem Isn’t the Stock Market

Shein Is Going Public With a $27 Billion Valuation — But Its Biggest Problem Isn’t the Stock Market

Shein is finally heading to the public markets — but its long-awaited Hong Kong IPO may not be enough to silence the questions that have followed the fast-fashion giant for years. The Singapore-headquartered, China-founded online fashion retailer is preparing to list in Hong Kong on September 1,

PH Has 47 Days of Fuel Supply Left—But the Bigger Threat to Drivers May Already Be at the Pump

PH Has 47 Days of Fuel Supply Left—But the Bigger Threat to Drivers May Already Be at the Pump

MANILA, Philippines — The Philippines still has enough fuel to cover roughly 47 days of average consumption, according to the Department of Energy (DOE), easing immediate fears of a domestic fuel shortage even as renewed tensions in the Middle East continue to push global oil prices higher. DOE data showed that

Northern Thailand’s Food-Security Role Is Bigger Than You Think — and the World Is Starting to Take Notice

Northern Thailand’s Food-Security Role Is Bigger Than You Think — and the World Is Starting to Take Notice

Northern Thailand is emerging as an increasingly important part of the country’s agricultural and food-security system, but the region’s future role comes with a difficult trade-off: how to produce more food and support rural livelihoods without worsening deforestation, soil degradation and seasonal air pollution. A recent

Alibaba Just Unleashed Wan3.0 After Raising $10.2 Billion for AI—But the Real Game-Changer Is What It Can Turn Into Video

Alibaba Just Unleashed Wan3.0 After Raising $10.2 Billion for AI—But the Real Game-Changer Is What It Can Turn Into Video

BEIJING — August 24, 2026 — Alibaba is turning up the pressure in the global artificial intelligence race. The Chinese technology giant has officially launched Wan3.0, its latest AI video-generation model, just one day after announcing an HK$80 billion ($10.2 billion) share placement designed to finance its expanding

Fired During Probation? This Singapore Tribunal Ruling Could Change What Employers Can — and Cannot — Do

Fired During Probation? This Singapore Tribunal Ruling Could Change What Employers Can — and Cannot — Do

A probation period may be designed to test whether a new hire is the right fit — but a recent Singapore employment case shows that it does not automatically give employers a free pass to terminate someone without properly supporting the reason for dismissal. The Singapore Employment Claims Tribunals ordered an

Shein Is About to Go Public in Hong Kong—But Its IPO Comes With a Nearly $3.5 Billion Surprise

Shein Is About to Go Public in Hong Kong—But Its IPO Comes With a Nearly $3.5 Billion Surprise

Shein's long-awaited stock-market debut is finally taking shape in Hong Kong, but the fast-fashion giant is entering the public markets under very different circumstances from just a few years ago. The company could pay up to US$3.5 billion to selected existing investors as

PH Social Media Ban for Kids Is Getting Closer — But the Rules Could Be Much Stricter Than Expected

PH Social Media Ban for Kids Is Getting Closer — But the Rules Could Be Much Stricter Than Expected

MANILA, Philippines — A sweeping new push to restrict children's access to social media and online gaming is gaining momentum in Congress, with lawmakers considering a total ban for children aged 13 and below and tighter regulation for teenagers aged 14 to 17. The proposal comes amid renewed national

86-Year-Old Philippine Immigration Law Called Outdated—Here’s What BI Wants Changed

86-Year-Old Philippine Immigration Law Called Outdated—Here’s What BI Wants Changed

MANILA, Philippines — The country’s immigration system could be heading for a major overhaul after Bureau of Immigration (BI) Commissioner Joel Anthony Viado renewed calls to replace the Philippine Immigration Act of 1940, saying the 86-year-old law can no longer fully address the realities of modern border security.

Knee Pain Isn’t Always “Just Aging”: The Warning Signs, Treatments and Simple Changes Experts Say You Shouldn’t Ignore

Knee Pain Isn’t Always “Just Aging”: The Warning Signs, Treatments and Simple Changes Experts Say You Shouldn’t Ignore

Knee pain is easy to dismiss—especially when it starts gradually. A little stiffness after waking up, discomfort while climbing stairs or an occasional ache after exercise can seem like a normal part of getting older. But experts say knee pain can have many different causes, and the right treatment

SARA DUTERTE IMPEACHMENT TRIAL MAY RUN INTO THE NIGHT—HERE’S WHY SENATORS WANT A NEW SCHEDULE

SARA DUTERTE IMPEACHMENT TRIAL MAY RUN INTO THE NIGHT—HERE’S WHY SENATORS WANT A NEW SCHEDULE

MANILA, Philippines — The Senate is considering a major change in the schedule of Vice President Sara Duterte’s impeachment trial as senator-judges seek to prevent lengthy proceedings from being cut short by regular legislative sessions. Senator Panfilo “Ping” Lacson said most members of the Senate majority bloc favor moving

Manila's Weekend Is Packed: Seafood Chefs, GMMTV Stars and Museum Secrets — Here's Where to Go

Manila's Weekend Is Packed: Seafood Chefs, GMMTV Stars and Museum Secrets — Here's Where to Go

MANILA, Philippines — Looking for something exciting to do this weekend? From a seafood cooking battle at Farmers Market to a much-anticipated Philippines-versus-Thailand celebrity showdown and curator-led museum tours, Metro Manila is packed with events on August 22 and 23, 2026. Here are some of the weekend

Love Bombing Can Feel Like a Fairytale — Until the Attention Turns Into Control

Love Bombing Can Feel Like a Fairytale — Until the Attention Turns Into Control

At first, it can feel like the relationship you have always dreamed of. The messages never stop. Your new partner tells you that you are their soulmate, showers you with compliments, sends unexpected gifts and talks about a future together almost immediately. It can be exciting. It can feel flattering.

France Warns Over Nearly 300,000 Condoms—But the Most Alarming Discovery Was Found During Laboratory Tests

France Warns Over Nearly 300,000 Condoms—But the Most Alarming Discovery Was Found During Laboratory Tests

PARIS, France — French health and consumer-protection authorities have issued a major safety warning involving nearly 300,000 condoms after inspections uncovered products that could burst, contain perforations or fail to meet European safety requirements, raising concerns over unintended pregnancies and sexually transmitted infections. The warning, issued by France'

Candaba Farmers Become Fishermen When the Rains Come—But What Their Nets Pull From the Floodwaters Shows Why This Pampanga Town Is Different

Candaba Farmers Become Fishermen When the Rains Come—But What Their Nets Pull From the Floodwaters Shows Why This Pampanga Town Is Different

CANDABA, Pampanga — In many farming communities, prolonged rain and flooding can mean damaged crops and lost income. But in the low-lying wetlands of Candaba, Pampanga, the arrival of the rainy season can also signal something very different: the moment when some rice farmers temporarily put down their farming tools