HSA probing unauthorised distribution and supply of SG Diagnostics antigen rapid test kits
SINGAPORE – The Health Sciences Authority (HSA) is investigating the unauthorised distribution and supply of Singapore-based company SG Diagnostics’ antigen rapid test (ART) kits. They are meant for professional use in “healthcare settings by healthcare professionals who are trained to administer the test and validate the results”, said the HSA in response to queries from The... » read more
Football: Ronaldo return puts Solskjaer on the clock at Man United
MANCHESTER, UNITED KINGDOM (AFP) – Cristiano Ronaldo’s sensational return to Manchester United on Friday (Aug 27) capped a transfer window that has made fans quickly forget the disappointment on the field, and uprising off it, that ended last season. Just four months ago supporters stormed the Old Trafford pitch in protest at the club’s owners... » read more
Tennis: Sabalenka denies Azarenka’s top 10 return dream at Montreal
MONTREAL (AFP) – Aryna Sabalenka won a battle of Belarus on Friday (Aug 13), denying compatriot Victoria Azarenka the chance to return to the top 10 with a 6-2, 6-4 victory at the WTA Montreal Masters. Azaranka, a 32-year-old with two Australian Open titles to her credit, last ranked in the elite group five years... » read more
Pilots, cabin crew return to flying despite uncertainties
SINGAPORE – Singapore Airlines pilot Eugene Tui and his family have had to make several sacrifices after his income plunged by over 50 per cent last year, when the Covid-19 pandemic led to the mass grounding of flights. The 41-year-old’s wife returned to work as a teacher. The couple also sold their family car to... » read more
Higher demand for childcare, maids and gadgets in S’pore as more people return to workplace
SINGAPORE – When Ms Pamela Wah, 26, heard that she could return to the workplace from last Monday, she immediately ordered a portable breast pump costing $92. The accounts manager at a tech company, who has a seven-month-old child, has to return to the office for five days a week. She said the wired pump... » read more
Tennis: Federer poised for clay return in Madrid
MADRID (AFP) – Roger Federer is set to play his first match on clay in almost two years at next month’s Madrid Open, after he was confirmed for the event on Tuesday (April 6). The 39-year-old was listed among the players to have registered for the May 2-9 tournament in the Spanish capital, with Novak... » read more
Morning Briefing: Top stories from The Straits Times on March 28
Good morning! Here are our top stories to kick-start your Sunday, March 28. S’pore public servants to work 3 days in office, 2 days at home as Covid-19 rules eased Public transport ridership is expected to rise in tandem with the return of more workers to offices. READ MORE HERE Poll finds most people in... » read more
Ambitious plans for return of fans in England
LONDON • Fans could be back in English stadiums for the final weekend of the Premier League season and there are hopes that the Euro 2020 final will be played at a full Wembley under plans announced on Monday. Under a four-step road map to ease the existing coronavirus restrictions, British Prime Minister Boris Johnson... » read more
Basketball: Gasol denies reports of Barcelona return, focused on injury recovery
BARCELONA (REUTERS) – Double NBA champion Pau Gasol says he is not ready to return to playing and is focusing on recovering from injury after Spanish media reported he is set to return to boyhood club Barcelona. “After hearing the news out of Spain today, I wanted to share that I remain focused on my... » read more
Duo’s return lifts Clippers past Magic
ORLANDO • After being shorn of Kawhi Leonard and Paul George for their past two National Basketball Association games because of Covid-19 protocols, the Los Angeles Clippers were more than relieved to see the return of their two biggest stars. The team (15-5) had dropped to third in the Western Conference standings after going 1-1... » read more
Singapore welcomes United States’ announcement to rejoin Paris climate accord
SINGAPORE – The United States’ announcement to rejoin the Paris Agreement is welcomed by Singapore, and the Republic is ready to work with the US and other parties to tackle climate change. The US’ decision to return to the agreement is a positive development that provides an important boost to global efforts to address climate... » read more