How much do you know about the diversity of faiths in Singapore? In a new series, Yahoo News Singapore explores the lesser-known rituals and branches of religions in the country. Firewalking, an act of penance or thanksgiving, is a ritual typically ... ( read original story ...)
Singapore scientists reveal origins of durian’s pungent aroma
One of nature's smelliest secrets may have been revealed, thanks to a dedicated team of durian-loving scientists in Singapore. Researchers have found an odour gene which gives the thorny fruit its notoriously pungent scent. The discovery meant the ... ( read original story ...)
Singapore troops gain valuable experience in military exercise in Shoalwater, with training set to expand
The Singapore military's largest training activity is underway ... The A-League kicked off, Bathurst was run and won, and there was some news ahead of the Ashes, but were you keeping track of developments in sport? Find out in our quiz. ( read original story ...)
Singapore: 50% Port Dues Concession for Double Hulled Bunker Tankers to End
A 50% port dues concession in Singapore for MARPOL compliant double hulled (MCDH) port limit bunker tankers will be withdrawn from January 1, 2018, the The Maritime and Port Authority of Singapore (MPA) noted in a circular Monday. MPA has granted the 50% ... ( read original story ...)
Singapore scientists crack the durian genome
2 related media assets (image or videos) available. Click to see the gallery. SINGAPORE: For Professor Teh Bin Tean, the deputy director of the National Cancer Centre, the endeavour to map the complete genetic blueprint of durian began with a love for the ... ( read original story ...)
Would you get a massage from a ROBOT? Singapore’s robo-masseuse ‘Emma’ begins work to treat back and knee pain
Named Emma, short for Expert Manipulative Massage Automation, it mimics the human palm and thumb to replicate therapeutic massages such as shiatsu and physiotherapy. The company's technology aims to address workforce shortages and challenges with quality ... ( read original story ...)
Johanna Konta remains in race for Singapore after Caroline Garcia pulls out of Tianjin
Johanna Konta may have slipped back in the race to reach the WTA Finals in Singapore, but at least she knows what she needs to do. A place in the final of next week’s Kremlin Cup in Moscow will move her back ahead of Caroline Garcia and into eighth and ... ( read original story ...