Over the weekend, the Israel Defence Forces (IDF) launched strikes on terrorists throughout the Gaza Strip. IDF released a video of what they said were armed terrorists emerging from a tunnel near Israeli troops in the Gaza Strip. It said it struck two of those terrorists. IDF also launched strikes on other terrorists throughout the
US lawmakers say the Chinese Communist Party (CCP) is waging a different kind of warfare against Taiwan during a hearing on the heels of a major U.S. arms deal. “China has the capability right now to take Taiwan without even a shot being fired,” said US lawmaker Zach Nunn. Chairman of U.S. Select Committee on
Analysts say Takaichi’s personality could revitalise a ruling party whose grip on power had been slipping Surveys this week show Japan’s Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi’s ruling coalition could be a major winner of the elections on Sunday. Polls suggest that momentum could translate into a sweeping victory for Takaichi’s party which could capture as many
95% of Singapore’s electricity is generated from imported natural gas. The price of natural gas is tied to oil prices by commercial contracts, and it depends largely on global market conditions. Hence, the electricity tariff is reviewed and revised every quarter by the EMA (Energy Market Authority). From 1 April to 30 June 2022, the
Everyday, we are using 430 million gallons of water in Singapore, which is enough to fill 782 Olympic-sized swimming pools. Last year on average, the amount of water used per person was about 154 litres. Deputy Prime Minister and Coordinating Minister for National Security Teo Chee Hean announced in 2018 that Singapore was planning to
Singapore has been in the midst of a dengue outbreak recently. There has been a surge of dengue cases and 341 dengue clusters have already been confirmed, which quadrupled the weekly cases in the last three months. That was even before reaching the usual dengue season which is from June to Oct. So how can
In this article, we want to introduce you to a mysterious character. His mind-reading skills amazed both Albert Einstein and Sigmund Freud; his accurate prediction ability made Hitler offer a reward of 200,000 marks for his head; and his hypnotism terrified Stalin. He was the supernatural master with the title of “The World’s Greatest Psychic”
We can now travel to Johor Bahru (JB) freely, much like before COVID. It’s always been a great destination to shop for groceries, get a manicure or new hairdo, watch movies and even have fun at karaoke with friends and family. Here are some tips for you to shop at JB. Local products that are
Most of us think of consciousness as a product of the brain that governs our limbs and senses. If someone said that the human consciousness has a higher level of energy, which can not only change the human body, but also the surrounding environment, and can even determine the fate of people , wouldn’t it
Anastasia, perhaps the most mysterious woman in the world, has lived with her family in the deep forests of Siberia for generations, but knows the past and present of the civilised world. They have no shelter, little clothing, and no food storage. They are descendants of the ethnic groups that have lived here for thousands
SINGAPORE—The Russian owner of Dumplings.ru is donating 10 per cent of his restaurant’s sales in deliveries for humanitarian efforts in Ukraine. Vadim Zoubovski, 51, has not lived a day without fearing for the safety of his family and relatives in Kyiv and parts of Ukraine since the war broke out in February. He is a
In 1986, the famous American magician David Copperfield came to China to perform a penetration trick across the Great Wall, entering from one side of the Badaling section of the Great Wall in full view, and exiting from the other side after about a minute and a half. For more than 30 years, countless people
You may have seen ancient and modern paintings depicting gods, Buddhas and saints in halos. In the form of light, some halos are soft and delicate, and others are bright and radiant. Most people assume halos to be artistic exaggerations to portray the greatness of divine beings, but how accurate are such assumptions? People with
By Vibrant Dot Staff Jokes and memes aside, consider this: Ever since the completion of Apollo 17’s mission and subsequent return to Earth in 1972, the United States has kept its lunar landing program on standby. Suspending all operations, mankind has not had another landing on the moon for half a century now. And as
Increasing evidence has pointed to the existence of highly intelligent beings in the center of Earth. Likely the most significant discovery of the 20th century, much evidence was covered up by governments around the world for fear of “causing panic and controversy”. How does one enter the core of the earth? Is it solid or
Using Scholastic Online Learning with Kids at Home Are you a parent in Singapore who has children at home because of the coronavirus? Are you looking for free and trusted resources online to help your child learn? Scholastic has been helping children learn for generations and has free resources for parents of children from preschool
For many entrepreneurs, conceiving and building a unique business idea from the ground up is not easy. But the restaurant Pope Jai Thai is one of those rare, up-worthy businesses that have stood the test of time. Some might know Pope Jai Thai, as one that serves good food and employs those with special needs.
By Vibrant Dot Staff No more generic mugs and stocking-stuffers for your guy friends this Christmas! We have shortlisted 10 cheap, practical and ultra-useful gifts that will make him remember your kindness and thoughtfulness, at least till Christmas next year! 1. Self-stirring mugs (for an efficient boss) The self-stirring cup tops our list this
When we think of aromatherapy, we usually think of an afternoon of massage in a spa, with scents and oils. Well, aromatherapy is more than that. It has a long history of usage in human civilization, from Egypt to Greece, and from Rome to China. And they usually have origin stories that are quite legendary.
