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SINGAPORE - Researchers looking at ways to reduce the risk of Covid-19 transmission have found that plants, natural fibre ionisers and air filters are effective in reducing aerosol concentrations in the air, and can take safe management to the next level. The Agency for Science, Technology and Research (A*Star) and Temasek Foundation, working with research agencies here, have come up with a new handbook of measures that individuals, families and companies can take, as the nation opens up further. These solutions are now being offered to businesses, organisations, as well as families and individuals to explore what best fit their needs and circumstances, said the agencies in a release on Thursday (Feb 25). Aside from air filters in homes and offices to reduce the spread of small respiratory droplets, or aerosols, researchers have looked at other solutions including table-top dividers in food court settings. "Temasek Foundation, the Agency for Science, Technology and Research ... » Learn More about Plants, natural fibre ionisers effective in reducing Covid-19 droplets transmission: Study

Los Angeles Clippers’ LeBron James kneels during the national anthem prior to the NBA basketball game against the Oklahoma City Thunder Wednesday, Aug. 5, 2020, in Lake Buena Vista, Fla. (Kevin C. Cox/Pool Photo via AP) Los Angeles Lakers superstar LeBron James hit back at Donald Trump on Wednesday after the US President branded NBA stars who kneel during the national anthem “disgraceful.” The two-time Olympic gold medalist and four-time NBA Most Valuable Player rebuked Trump’s comments in the aftermath of a 105-86 loss to Oklahoma City in the Orlando bubble as the league restarts following a four-month COVID-19 shutdown. James smiled when asked about Trump’s comments that he did more for the black community than any president except maybe Abraham Lincoln, who freed slaves in the 19th Century. “Trying to make me laugh right now? I appreciate that,” James said. Trump told Fox News he turns away when he sees players kneel during the anthem, although players have said the ... » Learn More about LeBron brushes off Trump blast: ‘We could care less’

Carey Mulligan as Daisy Buchanan (L) and Leonardo DiCaprio as Jay Gatsby in a scene from Baz Luhrmann’s 2016 film adaptation of “The Great Gatsby.” Image: AP/Warner Bros. Pictures/Daniel Smith An animated film adaptation of the F. Scott Fitzgerald 1925 novel “The Great Gatsby” is now in development by the animation studio that worked on Christopher Nolan’s “Tenet.” DNEG Feature Animation is now working with award-winning director William Joyce for the anticipated feature, the visual effects studio stated earlier today, Feb. 23. Joyce, who won an Academy Award in 2011 for his short film “The Fantastic Flying Books of Mr. Morris Lessmore,” will be joined by producers Michael Siegel and DNEG senior vice president of creative production David Prescott. Author Brian Selznick meanwhile will pen the adaptation of the classic novel. Selznick’s book, “The Invention of Hugo Cabret,” was adapted by Martin Scorsese for the film “Hugo” in 2011. “‘Gatsby’ continues to cast a powerful ... » Learn More about ‘The Great Gatsby’ to become animated film

SINGAPORE - A German radio station has apologised after one of its hosts likened South Korean boyband BTS to the coronavirus during a live show on Wednesday (Feb 24). Bayern3 said in a statement on Thursday that Mr Matthias Matuschik's choice of words had gone too far, though it was in no way meant to be hurtful or racist. "We apologise for this in every way possible," the station said, adding that it will work with Mr Matuschik and the team "in detail again in the next few days". The station's apology came after Mr Matuschik called a BTS cover of Coldplay's Fix You blasphemous and described the boyband as "some crappy virus that hopefully there will be a vaccine for soon as well". He added: "I have nothing against South Korea. You can't accuse me of xenophobia only because this boyband is from South Korea... I have a car from South Korea. I have the coolest car around." He then said BTS "will be vacationing in North Korea for the next 20 years" as penance for its cover of ... » Learn More about German radio station apologises after host calls K-pop boyband BTS a ‘crappy virus’

Manny Pacquiao (left) and Terrence Crawford could fight outside the US, if talks go on as planned. AP FILE PHOTOS MANILA, Philippines — The next several days will be crucial whether a showdown between Manny Pacquiao and Terence Crawford will materialize, as per Top Rank chief Bob Arum. Arum said Pacquiao is on top of Crawford’s wish list for his next fight while former welterweight champion Shawn Porter is another option. “[Shawn’s father and trainer Kenny Porter] came to our office two weeks ago to talk about a Crawford–Porter fight, and then out of nowhere the idea of a tremendous site fee, a possibility of doing Pacquiao-Crawford came up,” Arum told Barbershop Conversations. “Obviously, it’s more money for Terence. Terence would prefer a Pacquiao fight than anyone else.” “Yeah, we’re going to see what happens, and we’ll know this week whether Pacquiao-Crawford can happen,” he added. “If it doesn’t happen, since (Errol) Spence clearly doesn’t want to fight Crawford, I ... » Learn More about Arum: We’ll know this week whether Pacquiao-Crawford can happen

With so many different types of face masks now readily available in neighbourhood shops and heartland malls alike, the question becomes: How effective are they against Covid-19 and other respiratory infections? The Sunday Times selected nine types of surgical and reusable masks and put them through two tests. PARTICLE FILTRATION EFFICIENCY (PFE) TEST Working with lab experts from local testing and inspection company Setsco Services, a particle filtration efficiency (PFE) test was conducted to measure how well the masks prevent tiny respiratory droplets - at 0.1 micron or one millionth of a metre - from escaping. A good mask should have a PFE rate of at least 95 per cent. BREATHABILITY TEST A breathability test was also conducted to measure how comfortable it is to breathe through the masks. This writer tested the breathability of the six reusable masks, while the breathability of the three surgical masks, which are non-reusable, was ascertained through a differential ... » Learn More about Reusable masks put to the test: Do they really keep you safe?

Police are positioned outside Parkrose High School Parkrose High School during a lockdown after a man armed with a gun was wrestled to the ground by a staff member, Friday, May 17, 2019 in Portland, Oregon. (The Oregonian via AP) PORTLAND, Oregon — A former college football standout at the University of Oregon was credited Friday with tackling an armed student at a Portland, Oregon, high school before anyone was injured. Keanon Lowe, who is now a football and track coach and a security guard at Parkrose High School, told reporters as he was leaving a police interview late Friday that he was tired but relieved at the outcome, The Oregonian/OregonLive reported. There are no other suspects. Police declined to release the student’s name and said they were still trying to determine if he fired any shots. Police spokesman Sgt. Brad Yakots declined to confirm Lowe’s reported involvement. “I’m just happy everyone was OK,” Lowe said as he walked out of the school about four hours after ... » Learn More about Former college football star stops armed student at Oregon school

FILE PHOTO – In this Dec. 15, 2014 file photo, Saudi journalist Jamal Khashoggi speaks during a press conference in Manama, Bahrain. (AP File Photo/Hasan Jamali, File) Washington, United States — The US director of national intelligence is expected to release a damning report Friday that fingers Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman for the brutal murder and dismemberment of dissident journalist Jamal Khashoggi in October 2018. The classified report is believed to say that, based on intelligence collected by the CIA and other spy bodies, the kingdom’s de facto leader directed the assassination of the respected US-based writer in the Saudi consulate in Istanbul. The prince has steadfastly denied a part in the murder, even as some of his closest advisors have been shown to be deeply involved. Intent on strengthening relations with Riyadh, previous US president Donald Trump’s administration avoided making the report public or naming Prince Mohammed in the case. Its ... » Learn More about US to release report fingering Saudi prince in Khashoggi murder

FILE – Former Chicago Bulls center Joakim Noah. AP French international Joakim Noah announced his retirement from basketball on Monday, ending a 13-season NBA career. Noah, 36, confirmed earlier reports he planned to retire in a statement on Instagram. “It was a hell of a ride,” Noah wrote. “Thank you to all those who show me love throughout my journey.” The two-time NBA All-Star, who was named the league’s 2014 Defensive Player of the Year, eventually plans to retire as a member of the Chicago Bulls — the team that picked him in the 2007 Draft. Noah, the son of French tennis great Yannick Noah, enjoyed the best years of his career with the Bulls during nine seasons in Chicago. He joined the New York Knicks in 2016 but his appearances were limited by injury as well as a 20-game suspension for a doping violation. He joined the Memphis Grizzlies for the 2018-2019 campaign, averaging 7.1 points per game in 42 appearances. He signed a short-term contract with the Los ... » Learn More about Joakim Noah calls time on NBA career

The road to the entrance of Walt Disney World has few cars Monday, March 16, 2020, amid the COVID-19 pandemic. Image: AP/John Raoux Disney World and Disneyland Resort are donating extra food and meals as they temporarily close due to the spread of COVID-19 in the United States. The theme parks are giving the excess stocks to the Second Harvest Food Bank in California and Florida, as per separate statements on the Disney Parks blog on March 13 and 14. The tourist spots also assured that they are “closely following food safety guidelines” while handing out the surplus inventory of dairy, fruit, vegetables, packaged goods and banquet meals. The two parks began giving away the excess food yesterday, March 17, as seen in a video posted on Disney Parks’ Twitter page. Along with the food, they also included monetary donations. See how Disney Parks are supporting local communities by donating surplus food to Second Harvest Food Banks during temporary closures: ... » Learn More about Disney World, Disneyland Resort donate excess food stocks as they close amid coronavirus pandemic