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Ever wondered what CEOs and founders are like? Are they all work and no play? Do they have a nurturing or intimidating personality? In Employee No. 1, catch a glimpse of what it is like being a homegrown boss under 40. Take an inside look into their day, how they run their successful companies, and learn what it takes to be employee number one. Mention the name Aftershock PC and many would recognise it as one of the top brands in Singapore to get a fully customisable personal computer (PC). In fact, some of you may even be proud owners of their products. The boutique PC builder is owned by fraternal twin brothers Marcus and Joe Wee, 37, where Marcus is the company's managing director and Joe is the creative director. While Marcus may come off as soft-spoken to many, his eyes lit up while chatting with AsiaOne about Aftershock PC. And from our short session alone, we could see why he is the best man to represent and helm this brand because he lives, eats, sleeps and breathes ... » Learn More about All work, all play: Aftershock PC founder games with his staff after office hours; proud of their work-life balance

The US-ASEAN Trade and Investment Facilitation Agreement (TIFA) is a framework that defines economic engagement between the two parties. While short on specifics, the TIFA — which was signed in 2006 — sets forth broad goals and principles for the US and ASEAN to cooperatively work toward strengthening trade and investment. ASEAN is currently the US’ fourth-largest trading partner, accounting for over US$354 billion in trade in 2019. As of 2020, the US was the largest source of foreign direct investment in ASEAN, responsible for over US$328.5 billion in investments. Close to 42,000 US companies export to ASEAN, supporting over 625,000 American jobs. As trade tensions with China persist, deepening economic relations with ASEAN has become a higher strategic priority for the US. The TIFA, as an overarching framework, provides a useful guide for how the US and ASEAN will increase their economic integration. Strengthening the relationship The TIFA contains several references to ... » Learn More about The US-ASEAN Trade and Investment Facilitation Agreement Explained

PUTRAJAYA: Interstate travel will likely be allowed during the first half of October, says National Recovery Council chairman Tan Sri Muhyiddin Yassin. Muhyiddin said the issue was one of the things discussed during the council’s meeting on Monday (Sept 27), which included several other Cabinet ministers. “During the meeting, the council was told that interstate travel could be allowed early October or latest, the middle of the month. “So, you can start making plans to travel the country after this. But at the same time, do not forget to practise Covid-19 SOPs (standard operating procedure),” said Muhyiddin at a press conference after the meeting. Muhyiddin said the council also discussed the reopening of the country’s borders to tourists and business travellers. “The reopening of the country’s borders was also discussed. This will be deliberated by the ministers involved within this week. “They will be looking into whether to allow fully vaccinated Malaysians to travel ... » Learn More about Interstate travel likely to be allowed by first half of October, says NRC chairman Muhyiddin

FILE PHOTO: An AirAsia X Airbus A340 passenger jet arrives on its inaugural flight from Kuala Lumpur to Paris Orly Airport on Feb 14, 2011. (Reuters) KUALA LUMPUR: Malaysia's AirAsia X Bhd on Monday posted a record quarterly loss of $5.9 billion, eight times more than a year ago, as a multi-billion-dollar provision to cover debts drove operating costs higher. It was the ninth loss in succession for the airline, an affiliate of AirAsia Group Bhd. The net loss for the April-June period widened to 24.6 billion ringgit (196.7 billion baht), from a 305.2 million ringgit loss a year ago. The airline said it made an accounting provision of 23.8 billion ringgit to its creditors during the quarter as it is in default under the contract terms. Revenue dropped 20.9% to 72.3 million ringgit, versus 91.4 million ringgit. In a stock exchange filing, it said the impact of the provision should be temporary. "The contractual liabilities for which the provision is made will be waived upon ... » Learn More about Malaysia’s AirAsia X reports record quarterly loss of $5.9bn

Follow us on Telegram for the latest updates: https://t.me/mothershipsg Previously on Squid Game, its showrunners mistakenly placed an actual phone number on their show: A woman (initial reports had mistakenly identified her as a man), who has absolutely nothing to do with Squid Game, has been fielding thousands of calls after her phone number was flashed on screen during the hit Netflix series. The number belonged to a character played by Korean star Gong Yoo in the show. Netflix, upon hearing of her plight, said they would reach out to the owner to settle this. Case closed. Backlash over offer to solve it Case open. The woman was reportedly told there was only one option to solve the issue. Change her number. Koreaboo , citing SBS News , reported this turn of events. But the option wasn't a great solution for the lady. Not only has she used the number for 20 years, that was also the number of her small business. Imagine having to sieve ... » Learn More about ‘Change your number’: Netflix still trying to resolve ‘Squid Game’ phone number issue with owner

TOKYO - Japan's ruling party votes on Wednesday (Sept 29) for the country's next prime minister in an election that has turned into the most unpredictable race since Shinzo Abe made a surprise comeback almost a decade ago, defeating a popular rival in a runoff. The winner of the Sept 29 contest to lead the conservative Liberal Democratic Party (LDP) is almost certain to succeed unpopular Yoshihide Suga as premier because the party has a majority in parliament's powerful lower house. Running for the top post are popular vaccine minister Taro Kono, 58, a US educated former defence and foreign minister seen as a maverick: ex-foreign minister Fumio Kishida, a consensus builder saddled with a bland image: former internal affairs minister Sanae Takaichi, 60, an ultra-conservative and Seiko Noda, 61, from the party's dwindling liberal wing. The race has introduced a rare dose of uncertainty into Japanese politics after Abe's nearly eight year tenure that made him the country's ... » Learn More about Outcome uncertain as Japan’s ruling party heads to vote on next PM

Actress Maris Racal spoke openly about the real deal between her and singer Rico Blanco. “ Kami po ni Rico. I think basing po sa post na ginawa ko po (We’re a couple. Basing on the post I made), I think it's very obvious,” said the 23-year-old actress in a media conference streamed live on social media on Monday, May 31. “Right now, we are very excited and busy din. We are preparing such beautiful music together. Kaya abangan nila 'yon soon (So watch out for that).” Maris was speaking at a media conference for Maalaala Mo Kaya , the long-running anthology series based on the real stories based on both letters sent by viewers and viral anecdotes on social media. She’s set to star in the two-part MMK Father’s Day special on June 12 and 19, alongside Cris Villanueva. Maris and Rico first made headlines after the actress greeted the former Rivermaya frontman on his birthday. For Rico’s birthday, Maris shared a video of herself and Rico singing ... » Learn More about Maris Racal confirms she’s dating Rico Blanco

AFP PREMIUM Taipei, Taiwan   ● Mon, September 27, 2021 The Royal Navy said a British warship was sailing through the Taiwan Strait on Monday, a rare voyage by a non-US military vessel through the sensitive waterway that is likely to strain ties with Beijing. "After a busy period working with partners and allies in the East China Sea, we are now en route through the Taiwan Strait to visit Vietnam and the Vietnam People's Navy," tweeted HMS Richmond, a frigate deployed with Britain's aircraft carrier strike group. HMS Richmond had been deployed in the East China Sea taking part in United Nations sanctions enforcement operations against North Korea, Reuters reported. Local media said it was the first time a British warship had transited through the narrow waterway separating Taiwan and mainland China. Chinese Foreign Ministry spokeswoman Hua Chunying did not offer the usual h... to Read Full Story SUBSCRIBE NOW Starting from IDR 55,000/month ... » Learn More about UK warship makes rare transit through Taiwan Strait

Agencies PREMIUM London, United Kingdom   ● Mon, September 27, 2021 Britain experienced further 'panic-buying' of motor fuel Monday as a shortage of lorry drivers on COVID-19 and Brexit fallout could reportedly prompt the government to use the army to make deliveries. The Petrol Retailers Association claimed that almost half of the UK's 8,000 fuel pumps had run out of petrol on Sunday, as desperate drivers formed long queues to fill up tanks. PRA chairman Brian Madderson told the BBC that shortages were down to "panic buying, pure and simple". In an emergency move, Business Secretary Kwasi Kwarteng said he had suspended oil industry competition laws to ensure suppliers "can share vital information and work together more effectively to ensure disruption is minimised". It comes as UK media widely reported that British Prime Minister Boris Johnson is considering whether to c... to Read Full Story SUBSCRIBE NOW Starting from IDR 55,000/month ... » Learn More about Fuel ‘panic-buying’ in UK could see army to rescue