Articles by Adrita Biswas

New videos claim to spot alien spacecraft, critter on surface of Mars

The video, which was released on October 18, seems to have evoked mixed reactions from the viewers: some of them disregarding it completely and calling it ridiculous.

Oct 27, 2017

Nasa

Malaysian storekeeper jailed six months for molesting seven-year-old girl

9 Indian men arrested in Malaysia for assaulting co-worker, overstaying in country

The victim, a co-worker of the nine men, was punched, kicked and beaten, leading to injuries on lips, toes and buttocks.

Oct 27, 2017

YouTube star Vidya Vox comes to India with Kuthu Fire Tour: Get all details here to book your tickets

Global YouTube star Vidya Vox is embarking on an Indian concert tour, titled Mirchi Live with Vidya Vox -The Kuthu Fire Tour, in November 2017. Get all details here.

Oct 26, 2017

Additional security features of Singapore passport

Singapore passport gets new design, security features' makeover: Know all about it here

The new design is for the Singapore biometric passport and has additional security features that will make it hard to be forged or duplicated, ensuring a transparent immigration and travelling process.

Oct 26, 2017

Singapore gets ready for Christmas: Orchard Road to be lit up sooner

The celebrations will start from November 11, with President Halimah Yacob officiating the opening ceremony.

Oct 25, 2017

Hard disks are pictured inside a server room at a company in Bangkok

Blockchain is capable of creating new cyber security model: R&D firm

The coming year is considered very significant for companies as they adopt Blockchain, the software behind digital currency Bitcoin, to harness its immense potential in the sector of business, money, and society.

Oct 24, 2017

Artificial intelligence

A snake covers a wooden statue of Saint Domenico during a procession in Cocullo

Python spotted in Bukit Batok: Police, pest control summoned to capture it [VIDEO]

When a snake, which turned out to be a reticulated python, was spotted inside a housing complex, the police and pest control people were summoned to get rid of it.

Oct 24, 2017

Singapore Car Accident Representational Image

Horrific accident near Juru toll, Penang: 8 women dead and 33 injured

Two factory buses were involved in the mishap which occurred at KM147 of the North-South Expressway (NSE) towards north.

Oct 24, 2017

American surfer attacked by shark in Balian

Fond of sea and beaches? Beware, shark might be behind you

A professional spear fisherman had gone underwater when he got accidentally separated from his boat off Western Australia's coast on Friday.

Oct 22, 2017

People hold quilts at a press conference outside of Cathedral of Our Lady of the Angels for victims of sexual abuse

Molesters on prowl in Singapore, citizens urged to be cautious

Eight men, between ages 25 and 57, are set to be charged this week for separate molestation cases committed between January and July.

Oct 22, 2017

Singapore: 2 people injured in accident on Yishun Avenue 1

Two cars, a McLaren and a taxi, were involved in the mishap.

Oct 22, 2017

Man suffers week-long erection due to bladder cancer, gets genitals amputated

The patient said that his member felt like it was "about to explode" and the pain became severe and unbearable.

Oct 21, 2017

Singapore: Central Rail Corridor gets turns into recreational centre

The announcement stated that the Rail Corridor will be transformed into a "major community node with a strong sense of history, distinctive landscapes and ample spaces for visitors to enjoy."

Oct 21, 2017

Students of the Francisco Menendez National Institute prepare to participate in a national earthquake...

California faces earthquake threat, emergency drills in progress

The Bay Area is most likely to be hit by an earthquake as the major fault line passes through it.

Oct 19, 2017

Bruno Mars adds 2nd Singapore concert to 24K Magic Tour: Get all details here

Along with adding another show, the organisers have also added side-view seats to the first show, to be held on May 6.

Oct 19, 2017

A pool is seen in the Red Sea resort of Hurghada

Chinese woman dead in Singapore after 'unfortunate misadventure'

Fan Xiaojing, a cosmetic saleswoman by profession, reached Singapore with a friend on May 4.

Oct 18, 2017

Car bomb targeting military kills 28 in Turkey

Singapore: Car catches fire at Lornie Road, commuters asked to take alternate route

The fire in the car's engine compartment was finally extinguished with two water jets.

Oct 18, 2017

Social media reacts to 'Me Too' movement: A collective catharsis of sexual abuse

It all started with the Harvey Weinstein scandal, when multiple women accused the Hollywood producer of rape and sexual assault.

Oct 17, 2017

Singapore: Norwegian tourist jailed for beating, punching 2 taxi-drivers near Orchard Towers

43-year-old Tore Robech was sentenced to a six weeks' jail term on Monday, after he pleaded guilty to two counts of 'voluntarily causing hurt,' among which one count was taken into account.

Oct 17, 2017

Actor James Corden poses at the 2017 Creative Arts Emmy Awards in Los Angeles, California

Hollywood comedian James Corden shamed for insensitive jokes on Weinstein's deeds

Hollywood comedian James Corden trolled for his insensitive jokes on Weinstein at a charity event on Friday night in Los Angeles.

Oct 16, 2017

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