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SHANGHAI (Reuters) - A global shortage of chips that has rattled production lines at car companies and squeezed stockpiles at gadget makers, is now leaving home appliance makers unable to meet demand, according to the president of Whirlpool Corp in China. The U.S. based company, one of the world's largest white goods firm, is falling behind on exports to Europe and the United States from China, by as much as 25% on some months, Jason Ai told Reuters in Shanghai. "It's a perfect storm," he said on the sidelines of the Appliance and World Electronics Expo. "On the one hand we have to satisfy domestic demand for appliances, on the other hand we're facing an explosion of export orders. As far as chips go, for those of us in China, it was inevitable." The company has struggled to secure enough microcontrollers, simple processors that power over half of its products including microwaves, refrigerators, and washing machines. While the chip shortage has affected a range of ... » Learn More about Fridges, microwaves fall prey to global chip shortage

They say absence makes the heart grow fonder, and like many Singaporeans, that is how I feel about Teo Heng. The KTV studio, known for its affordable prices, is a place that many 80s and 90s kids would flock to belt out tune after tune. Unfortunately, the pandemic has been giving Teo Heng a pretty hard time and the family business has been struggling to stay afloat. In addition, the pilot programme to reopen nightclubs and karaoke outlets has been put on hold , so it unlikely that singing will be allowed in karaoke joints anytime soon. Despite these uncertainties, Teo Heng has tried to make the best out of the situation by leasing out their rooms for other uses. Starting from today (March 19), guests will be allowed to book rooms at their Causeway Point and Bedok Point outlets to, as they say, "work, dine & chill". Their third outlet at JCube is slated to reopen on a later date so Westies can keep a watch out for that. Curious to see how this will be like, I ... » Learn More about I tried working at Teo Heng for $4/hour and it was slightly disappointing — here’s why

SINGAPORE - More help is available for Singaporeans who struggle to get enough food to eat amid the Covid-19 pandemic. One of the initiatives include a vending machine at Block 813A Choa Chu Kang Avenue 7 that dispenses dry food items and bento meals for the less fortunate. The machine provides free food for 200 people, including needy residents and seniors with mobility issues so they can get their meals more conveniently. These residents are given a card each containing $50 in credit every month, which they can tap on the machine to redeem dry food items such as canned food and rice. They can also redeem ready-made packed meals. The vending machine, which offers packed meals for $3 and other food items ranging from $1 to $7, will run until the end of next year. The initiative is supported by non-profit group The Food Bank Singapore and various grassroots and social service organisations. One of the beneficiaries, 39-year-old Roziana Ramli said she is appreciative ... » Learn More about Food Bank launches vending machine with sundries, hot meals for the needy

Sunday hikers watch the lava flowing from the erupting Fagradalsfjall volcano. FAGRADALSFJALL, Iceland: Thousands of curious onlookers have flocked to an erupting volcano in Iceland to marvel at the hypnotic display of glowing red lava, the bravest of them grilling hot dogs and marshmallows over the smoldering embers. The eruption of a fissure near Mount Fagradalsfjall, which began late Friday, was the first in the same volcanic system in about 900 years. The volcano is located only about 40 kilometres (25 miles) from the capital Reykjavik and can be reached after a 90-minute hike from the nearest road. "It's absolutely breathtaking," says Ulvar Kari Johannsson, a 21-year-old engineer who spent his Sunday visiting the scene. "It smells pretty bad. For me what was surprising was the colours of the orange: much, much deeper than what one would expect," he tells AFP. The incandescent lava bubbles and spurts from a small cone in the Geldingadalur valley, piling up in the basin ... » Learn More about Thousands flock to Iceland’s erupting volcano

The Bureau of Fire Protection (BFP) lists electrical connections and open flames as two of the country’s most common causes of fires. And in the kitchen where food is cooked over fire, electrical appliances stand in every corner, and gas leaks can happen, it’s easy to see how the area can be hazardous. While the most resonating lesson growing up is that fire can be put out with water, you’re about to learn this Fire Prevention Month that this isn’t always the case. Electrical fires happen inside appliances — microwave ovens, toasters and the like. In this case, keep the appliance door closed and cut off the fuel source, which means unplug the appliance. It goes without saying that since electricity is invloved, don’t use conductors like water to extinguish the fire. Also, have the appliance checked and repaired before attempting to use it again. The fire may have damaged some parts and made it more dangerous. To prevent electrical fires, make sure that your appliances are ... » Learn More about Common causes of kitchen fires and how to stop them

Your new-born becomes a full-time responsibility from day one, leaving little time for yourself and other chores. Confinement caterers ensure that your nutrition needs are taken care of during these demanding times. Choosing the right kind of food is extremely important for recovering from delivery and rejuvenating yourself. With a well chalked out diet and meal plan, you will be on the right path towards recovery during your confinement. Having freshly prepared, hot and nourishing food delivered at your doorstep has never been so easy. Whether you are looking for healthy vegan options, twice-a-day meals or a complete 28-days package, these Singapore confinement food delivery caterers offer amazing services and they are the best: 1. Tian Wei Signature Adding colour and fusion to boring confinement diets, they offer 90+ varieties of vegetable and meat dishes. Their well-balanced meals include traditional and fusion cuisines like Braised Pig Trotters in Black Vinegar, ... » Learn More about 9 best confinement food delivery caterers in Singapore

PHUKET TOWN: A luxury motor yacht, which was seized when its Singaporean owner failed to pay import duty, is to be auctioned on March 20 at Phuket Customs Region 5 on Phuket Rd. The yacht’s owner kept it more than six months in Phuket without paying the crushing import duty of about 200%. The yacht, a Sealine T46 built in Britain two years ago, is 46 feet long. It is powered by two Volvo Penta engines, giving it a top speed of 31 knots. It has two double berths, each with an ensuite bathroom, two lounge areas, a galley, and controls both below deck and on the fly bridge. Additional equipment includes radar, satellite communications and navigation, two refrigerators, a TV, an ice machine and a microwave oven. Pol Maj Prasert Srikunnarat, inspector of Phuket Marine Police, told the Gazette that the yacht was seized in Chalong on November 22. “We still have seven more yachts seized since then. These will be auctioned one at a time,” he added. The reserve price for the Sealine is 5.5 ... » Learn More about Seized luxury yacht to be auctioned

SHANGHAI (Reuters) - Smartphone maker Xiaomi has joined a rush of Chinese tech companies venturing into the semiconductor sector, announcing on Wednesday a new chip to help smartphone cameras process images. Xiaomi's Surge C1 chip was developed after an earlier unsuccessful attempt at producing a smartphone processor and comes as Chinese internet giants, automakers, and even home appliance firms invest heavily in semiconductor research and development. While all remain in the early stages, their drive dovetails with Chinese government policy to boost the domestic semiconductor sector as demand for chips soars. The initiative has become ever-more critical, with a global chip shortage crimping supplies and U.S. sanctions hobbling Huawei Technologies Co Ltd, once China's top smartphone maker and for a time the only company capable of producing high-end smartphone processors. The trend is a global one, with major U.S companies including Alphabet Inc's Google, Amazon.com Inc and ... » Learn More about Chip charge: Chinese phone, car, home appliance companies join semiconductor rush

Millions of people who suffer from various body aches look for real time pain relief to ease their woes. The pain levels may vary from mild discomfort to debilitating, but it’s safe to say that if you can find a quick solution, you’d most likely take it. However, one of the most pressing concerns about these treatments is the side effects, whether short-term or long-term. While analgesic and anti-inflammatory pain medications have come a long way thanks to scientific development and medically-reviewed discoveries, no panacea would cure all types of pain. Some have found relief from using natural remedies, while others have needed stronger formulation and even prescription drugs to help. Nevertheless, this article could help you find the right real time pain relief product for you. How to Find the Best Pain Relief on Amazon? Typically associated with older individuals, joint and muscle pains are more common in the general population of adults in the United States than one ... » Learn More about Real Time Pain Relief Products on Amazon

CHOCOLATE lava cake was immensely popular in the US in the late 1980s and throughout the 1990s, when chef Jean-Georges Vongerichten claimed that he accidentally underbaked chocolate sponge cake. Although runny, he found that it had good taste and texture. However, French chocolatier Jacques Torres claimed that the dish had already existed in France. Regardless of who had invented this dessert, it has become a regular feature in many high-end restaurants all over the world. There are several versions of this dish, with slight differences in the recipe to achieve the liquid centre. The most obvious variation is molten chocolate cake, which requires a separate piece of chocolate ganache to be inserted into the batter before baking. Another similar confection is chocolate fondant, which is almost like a baked chocolate ganache that melts on the palate and not on the plate. To make sure that the cakes do not puff up and then collapse when they leave the oven, do not overbeat ... » Learn More about Perfect centre of attraction