Posts by Liam Redmond
Gene Hackman and Wife Betsy Arakawa Suffered ‘No External Trauma’ Preliminary Autopsy Reports Reveals as Mystery into Deaths Deepen
Gene Hackman and his wife, Betsy Arakawa, suffered “no external trauma” when they were found dead in their multi-million-dollar New Mexico home, according to preliminary autopsy results. Speculation surrounding their deaths has grown this week, after reports revealed they were found in separate rooms and that Arakawa’s body was in a mummified and bloated state.…
Read MoreYeo Hiap Seng’s H2 profit up 9% on Oatly compensation, higher sales
Its board proposed a final dividend of S$0.02 per share, unchanged from the previous corresponding period HIGHER sales volumes and compensation from oat milk maker Oatly lifted the net profit of Yeo Hiap Seng (YHS) by 9 per cent to S$3.7 million, for the six months ended Dec 31, 2024. The company’s revenue for the…
Read MoreSouthern University student collapses and dies during off-campus fraternity ritual
A 20-year-old Southern University marching band member collapsed and died during a fraternity ritual, according to police. Caleb Wilson, a trumpeter in the school’s renowned Human Jukebox, died last Friday morning after an off-campus event at a local park with members of Omega Psi Phi, according to the Baton Rouge Police Department. At the event,…
Read MoreSGX sees ‘robust’ IPO pipeline as Singapore explores ‘sweet spot’ to draw listings
The Republic could also attract regional firms seeking access to international markets, says the bourse’s head of global sales and origination SINGAPORE will need to find its “sweet spot” as it seeks to attract listings from companies in the region, said Singapore Exchange’s (SGX) head of global sales and origination, Pol de Win. Competition from…
Read MoreAirAsia owner Capital A expects return to profit this year after 2024 loss
MALAYSIA’S Capital A Berhad, owner of budget airline AirAsia, swung to an annual loss in 2024 due mainly to foreign exchange fluctuations, it reported on Friday (Feb 28), but said it expects to return to profit this year. Capital A made an attributable loss of RM475.1 million (US$143.6 million) for 2024, from a profit of…
Read MoreAnthony Edwards hurls ball into stands after being ejected in loss to Lakers
Things went downhill for Timberwolves star Anthony Edwards in a 111-102 loss to the Lakers on Thursday night. The All-Star guard was visibly furious while being escorted off of the court following his second technical, which resulted in an automatic ejection in the third quarter and he whipped the ball at fans sitting in the…
Read MoreCreative Technology CEO Song Siow Hui retires
CREATIVE Technology chief executive Song Siow Hui, 70, is retiring from his role as of Friday (Feb 28), and the company is now on a “global search” for its next leader. It named its executive chairman Dr Tan Jok Tin, 73, as interim CEO. Meanwhile, the board is looking “for a dynamic and visionary leader…
Read MoreMalaysia’s palm oil giant FGV expects higher profit margins in 2025
MALAYSIAN palm oil planter FGV Holdings said on Friday (Feb 28) it expected higher profit margins in 2025, boosted by improved productivity from its estates and elevated palm prices in the first half of the year. Palm prices are expected to average between RM4,300 (S$1,299.58) and RM4,600 a tonne in the first half of 2025…
Read MoreMND Permanent Secretary Ow Foong Pheng Announces Retirement After 38 Years in Public Service
After 38 years in public service, Ow Foong Pheng, Permanent Secretary at the Ministry of National Development (MND), is all set to retire on April 1. The Public Service Division (PSD) announced in a statement on Friday, February 28, that Loh Ngai Seng, Permanent Secretary (designate) at MND, will be appointed to the position on…
Read MoreHeart disease could be prevented with this one simple test
Heart disease is the world’s leading cause of mortality, comprising 32% of all deaths. But that doesn’t mean people are powerless against the condition — there are some steps they can take to help reduce the risk. In addition to adopting healthier lifestyle habits, getting a specific screening — the coronary artery calcium (CAC) score…
Read MoreFar East Orchard H2 net profit down 29.4% on lower fair value gains, higher costs
HOSPITALITY and student housing player Far East Orchard’s net profit fell 29.4 per cent to S$40.7 million for the six months ended Dec 31, 2024, hit by lower fair value gains and higher expenses, the company said in a bourse filing on Friday (Feb 28). Revenue for the period rose 1.9 per cent to S$94.5…
Read MoreProperty Tycoon Ong Beng Seng Set to Plead Guilty Over Singapore Ex-Minister Scandal on April 2
Property magnate Ong Beng Seng is scheduled to enter a guilty plea to two counts related to the investigations of former Transport Minister S. Iswaran by the Corrupt Practices Investigation Bureau (CPIB). Ong was accused on October 4, 2024, with aiding and abetting the obstruction of justice and assisting a public worker in receiving gifts.…
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