SINGAPORE – From cell-based steaks to algae shakes, farms of the future here are developing novel foods to replace meat. First, however, these sustainable proteins must be judged safe to eat. This is the idea behind a research hub launched at Nanyang Technological University (NTU) on Tuesday (April 27). Sustainable proteins could provide the island... » read more
Toyota City, Japan, Apr 19, 2021 – (JCN Newswire via SEAPRWire.com) – Lexus held the world premiere of the new Lexus ES today. The ES is a key model in the Lexus lineup, having first appeared with the launch of the first-generation LS flagship sedan in 1989. The ES has been well received by many... » read more
Singapore / SEAPRWire / April 9, 2021 / – With nations now much more prepared in dealing with the pandemic with vaccinations, testing, and containment, Asia Pacific is slowly and surely getting its economies back to speed as safely and as expeditiously as possible. Moving masses through the veins of the cities In many of the Asia... » read more
SINGAPORE – Forty-six workers lost their hands or fingers in amputation accidents last year, mainly due to the unsafe use of machinery. Such injuries, which often have a lasting impact on the workers’ lives and livelihoods, are preventable, stressed Senior Minister of State for Manpower Zaqy Mohamad on Thursday (March 25) when he launched this... » read more
SINGAPORE – An inquiry committee will be appointed by Manpower Minister Josephine Teo following the fatal fire and explosion at Stars Engrg on Wednesday (Feb 24). Three workers died and another five are still in critical condition, said the Ministry of Manpower (MOM) on Saturday. MOM said the committee is expected to carry out a... » read more
BRYAN, OH, Feb 15, 2021 – (ACN Newswire) – ALG Health announced today that it received National Institute of Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH) Surgical N95 approval for three of its Made in the U.S.A. Patriot Masks. The approvals are for the ALG Health Foldable N95 Respirator and both sizes of their Molded N95 Respirators.... » read more
SINGAPORE – The Ministry of Education (MOE) had implemented additional protocols to enhance safety for zipline activity at all schools since January 5 after an incident involving a Primary 4 pupil in February last year. In response to queries from The Straits Times, the MOE said on Tuesday (Feb 9) that the girl from Concord Primary School in... » read more
SINGAPORE – Nearly 140 safety lapses posing fire and explosion risks were found during an enforcement blitz targeting waste recycling companies. The poor handling of flammable and toxic gases, and obstructions to fire safety were among the contraventions Ministry of Manpower (MOM) inspectors uncovered during the operation in October. More than 30 companies were inspected... » read more