Xin Xin and Le Le among names suggested by ST readers for first panda cub born in S’pore
SINGAPORE – Xin Xin and Le Le are among the popular names suggested by netizens for the first panda cub to be born in Singapore. The Straits Times asked on Facebook for suggestions of a name for the newborn panda, and netizens responded. Xin Xin refers to heart in Mandarin, or alludes to Singapore. Some netizens also spelt... » read more
She had Covid-19 while pregnant, baby born with antibodies to virus
A “dramatic” pregnancy brought on by getting Covid-19 when she was pregnant ended in tears of joy when Mrs Celine Ng-Chan, 31, gave birth to her second child earlier this month. To the private tutor’s relief, her son, Aldrin, was not only born free of Covid-19, he even has antibodies against the virus, according to... » read more
Down syndrome athlete sets record
MIAMI • Finishing a maiden Ironman is a huge moment for any triathlete but when 21-year-old Chris Nikic crossed the line at the weekend, he became the first athlete with Down syndrome to achieve the feat. Nearly 17 hours after embarking on the 3.86km swim, 180km bike ride and full 42km marathon, he arrived just... » read more