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Singapore creates 88,400 new jobs in 2023

Published On: March 15, 2024 11:00 AM NPT By: Agencies

SINGAPORE, March 15: Singapore's total employment grew 88,400 in 2023, including 83,500 for non-residents and 4,900 for residents, according to a labor market report released by the Ministry of Manpower Thursday.

Rapper Killer Mike taken away from Grammy Awards in handcuffs

Published On: February 5, 2024 03:00 PM NPT By: Agencies

LOS ANGELES, Feb 4, Feb 5: Rapper Killer Mike was taken away from Sunday night's Grammy Awards in handcuffs by police after sweeping up three of the music industry's biggest prizes for rap music, witnesses said.

Ranbir Kapoor-Alia Bhatt reveal daughter Raha’s face at Kapoor family Christmas lunch

Published On: December 25, 2023 03:59 PM NPT By: Agencies

Actor-couple Ranbir Kapoor and Alia Bhatt have finally revealed their daughter Raha’s face. The couple, as they reached for the Kapoor family Christmas lunch, posed with baby Raha and were all smiles.

India’s lower house suspends 33 MPs, upper house takes action against 45 MPs

Published On: December 19, 2023 07:33 AM NPT By: Agencies

KATHMANDU, Dec 19: India’s Lok Sabha, the lower house of parliament, on Monday reportedly adopted a motion to suspend 33 Members of Parliament (MPs) as the opposition continued to protest, demanding a statement by home minister Amit Shah on the December 13 security breach in the lower house.

Taylor Swift is Forbes’ 5th most powerful woman in the world

Published On: December 6, 2023 03:41 PM NPT By: Agencies

Taylor Swift is the world’s fifth most powerful woman, outpacing Beyoncé and Rihanna on Forbes‘ annual ranking, according to the report by Forbes.

Argentina's Messi named Time's Athlete of the Year for 2023

Published On: December 6, 2023 02:47 PM NPT By: Agencies

December 6: Argentina captain Lionel Messi has been named Time magazine's Athlete of the Year for 2023 after winning the Ballon d'Or for a record-extending eighth time and elevating the profile of the sport in the U.S. with his move to Inter Miami.

K-Pop band BLACKPINK receive honorary MBEs from Britain's King Charles

Published On: November 24, 2023 11:07 AM NPT By: Agencies

LONDON, Nov 24: King Charles on Wednesday presented K-Pop band BLACKPINK with honorary Member of the Order of the British Empire medals in the presence of South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol during his state visit to the United Kingdom, Buckingham Palace said.

Patrick Dempsey named People magazine's 'sexiest man alive'

Published On: November 8, 2023 04:22 PM NPT By: Agencies

"Grey's Anatomy" actor Patrick Dempsey was named People magazine's "sexiest man alive" for 2023 on Tuesday, taking over the title from 2022 honoree and Marvel star Chris Evans.

Kourtney Kardashian and Travis Barker welcome first child together, reports say

Published On: November 6, 2023 01:02 PM NPT By: Agencies

Reality TV star and entrepreneur Kourtney Kardashian welcomed her first child with musician Travis Barker, media outlets reported on Saturday.

Taylor Swift's re-recording of '1989' dominates UK music charts

Published On: November 4, 2023 02:51 PM NPT By: Agencies

LONDON, Nov 4: U.S. music star Taylor Swift topped the UK singles and albums charts on Friday with her re-recording of her award-winning hit album "1989".

From Spider-Verse to Argentina: Fans aim to break record for biggest Spider-Man gathering

Published On: October 30, 2023 01:38 PM NPT By: Agencies

BUENOS AIRES, Oct 30: Some 1,000 people gathered at a major monument in Argentina's capital on Sunday dressed as Spider-Man, aiming to break a world record for the most people dressed as the famous Marvel superhero at a single public event.

Eight former Indian Navy officers get death penalty in Qatar

Published On: October 27, 2023 01:30 PM NPT By: Agencies

INDIA, Oct 27: Eight former Indian Navy personnel, who had been employed by a company in Doha, were handed the death penalty by a local court in Doha on October 26 in an alleged case of espionage. The Indian government expressed its shock at the verdict, and said all legal options were being explored.

Rolling Stones kick off album launch in New York with guest Lady Gaga

Published On: October 20, 2023 05:17 PM NPT By: Agencies

NEW YORK, Oct 20: It was a gas, gas, gas in a club on Manhattan's West Side late on Thursday, where the Rolling Stones held a private launch party for their first new album in 18 years.

Box office hero: Taylor Swift concert film dominates at theaters

Published On: October 16, 2023 04:16 PM NPT By: Agencies

LOS ANGELES, Oct 16: Pop singer Taylor Swift ruled movie box offices over the weekend as her concert film transformed darkened theaters into dance floors and hauled in an estimated $126 million-plus around the world.

Madonna shines in 'Celebration' tour after near-fatal illness

Published On: October 15, 2023 11:29 AM NPT By: Agencies

LONDON, Oct 14: Madonna kicked off her "Celebration" tour in London on Saturday, with a performance that proved her energy, charisma and appetite for controversy were little dimmed after four decades of pop super-stardom and a brush with death earlier this year.

Taylor Swift Box Office: ‘The Eras Tour’ Heads for Record $150M-$200M Global Opening

Published On: October 11, 2023 01:15 PM NPT By: Agencies

The Swifties are getting ready to make box office history. Taylor Swift: The Eras Tour is headed for a record global opening for a concert film of $150 million to $200 million, including $100 million to $125 million in North America and $50 million to $75 million overseas, according to the report by The Hollywood Reporter.

SoFi Stadium Aims to Enhance Concerts With Its 70,000-Square-Foot Samsung Infinity Screen

Published On: October 10, 2023 04:16 PM NPT By: Agencies

Alongside the launch of Las Vegas’ Sphere, there may be a growing number of recording artists and venues looking to enhance entertainment experiences like concerts with the latest tech. That includes Inglewood’s SoFi Stadium, which is highlighted by its massive Samsung Infinity Screen.

Beyoncé Releases Trailer for ‘Renaissance’ Concert Film

Published On: October 2, 2023 12:48 PM NPT By: Agencies

Beyoncé on Sunday night released the trailer for the concert doc about her Renaissance World Tour, the singer’s highest-grossing tour to date, according to the report by the Hollywood Reporter.

North Korea frees US soldier Travis King three months after he crossed border

Published On: September 28, 2023 01:35 PM NPT By: Agencies

WASHINGTON, Sept 28: US soldier Travis King has been freed by North Korea and is heading home, nearly three months after he ran across the border from South Korea, the White House said Wednesday.

Taylor Swift's Eras concert tour film gets worldwide theater release

Published On: September 27, 2023 05:15 PM NPT By: Agencies

LOS ANGELES, Sept 27: Taylor Swift, a pop star known for shattering records, announced on Tuesday her documentary film from her billion-dollar Eras concert tour will be screening worldwide.