Wage arrears a bane for RMG protesters in Bangladesh
Officials have said the financial condition of the garment workers is rather bad because of high inflation and because they are not paid timely by the factory owners. Since the…
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Bitcoin rallies past $82,000 for first time amid Donald Trump’s victory
On Monday, as of 10:21 a.m. in London, Bitcoin extended gains to hit an unprecedented $82,300 while on Sunday, the largest token climbed as much as 6.1%.
LG Display unveils world’s most stretchable display
LG's new prototype features a 12-inch screen that stretches up to 18 inches while delivering a high resolution of 100 pixels per inch and full red, green and blue color.
Nike finds inspiration from Shanghai’s night runners
From seven-year-olds to 70-somethings, runners of all ages and backgrounds gathered in the city's iconic nongtangs (alleyways) to run under the evening lights, a proof of the…
Changi Airport to raise passenger and airline fees over six years to fund $3b improvement plans
Departing passengers who start their trips at Changi Airport will continue to pay a total of $65.20 in fees for the next two years. But this will go up in stages from April 2027,…
Decision to amend Singapore’s Insurance Act to halt Allianz-Income deal made by PM with Cabinet
Law and Home Affairs Minister K. Shanmugam clarified this in a Facebook post on Nov 6 after former NTUC Income chief executive Tan Suee Chieh, in his own Facebook post, said he…
China’s first large quake research facility goes into operation
The facility can provide extreme research methods for engineering projects to withstand natural disasters and reduce disaster risks, and offer technical support to ensure the…
Japan business circle calls for China resuming visa-free travel
On Friday, the Chinese Foreign Ministry added nine countries, including South Korea and Norway, to the list of countries eligible for visa exemptions, but Japan was not included.
After SpaceX’s requests, Taiwanese suppliers move manufacturing abroad, sources say
SpaceX’s requests place a renewed focus on the contentious relationship Mr Musk has had with Taiwan, especially after he said in 2023 it is an “integral part” of China,…
Up to ‘10 times cheaper’: More Hong Kongers seek healthcare in mainland China
But it is not just malls and eateries that Hong Kongers are frequenting. A growing number are “heading north” to the tech hub for healthcare services ranging from dental and…