What is Sir Alex Ferguson gonna do after he retires?
LONDON – SIR Alex Ferguson admits he plans to have little contact with football once he retires as Manchester United manager. The 69-year-old intends to remain with United for as long as he feels healthy enough to cope with the stresses and strains of life at Old Trafford. But Ferguson, who decided to retire and …
What is the average number of apps in a Singaporean’s phone?
Singapore – Singapore tops in a list of ten countries, when it comes to the number of apps in smartphones of the users. According to a recent survey commissioned by Nokia, about 67% of Singaporean respondents claim to own up to 30 apps in their mobile phones, while 28% report to have more than 30 …
What is the new standard for web addresses?
SAN FRANCISCO – THIRTY years after the first Internet addresses were created, the supply of addresses officially ran dry on Thursday. But don’t panic. The transition to a new version of addresses is already well under way and, for most people, should occur without even being noticed. At a special ceremony in Miami on Thursday, …
What is the Baby Bonus scheme?
SINGAPORE: The Singapore government is undertaking another review of the Baby Bonus scheme which aims to encourage married couples to have more children and help them defray part of the financial costs. A survey with some 3,000 beneficiaries is in the works. The move comes at a time when Singapore’s fertility rate is at a …
What is the Car Rental business trend during Chinese New Year?
SINGAPORE : The car rental business is up this Lunar New Year season. Industry players said that compared to the same period last year, it has gone up 25 to 30 per cent. Rental cars are a popular option to ferry family and friends this festive season. But this year’s demand has revved up much …