BEIJING (SCMP): A Chinese doctor has been condemned online after he tried to treat his girlfriend’s insomnia by administering anaesthesia more than 20 times in six hours, a move which tragically resulted in her death. The medic, identified only by the surname Qu, is an anesthesiologist at an unnamed hospital in Jiajiang county, Leshan, Sichuan province,...
A coalition of 21 human rights organisations and activists – collectively known as the End Child Detention Network (EDN) – raises concern that children at the Baitul Mahabbah immigration detention centre are still being detained a year after its launch, and urges that they are released to community-based alternatives. They say that what was intended as...
PUTRAJAYA: There is a need for healthy activities among civil servants due to a significant obesity rate, says Chief Secretary to the Government Tan Sri Mohd Zuki Ali. He said this is crucial given that obesity rates have surpassed 50% of the population, with a significant number being civil servants in Putrajaya. ALSO READ: Putrajaya’s six-year plan...
Dodge is pushing muscle cars into a new era — with the unveiling of the world's first and only electric muscle car to date. The Dodge Charger is not just the world's first electric muscle car, but also what the brand is calling its first "multi-energy muscle car". The term refers to the fact that the Charger...
Last week, homemade friendship bracelets were the talk of the town, thanks to Taylor Swift. This time around, a bracelet of a different kind has set tongues wagging on social media. Made by luxury fashion house Balenciaga, this accessory might make one do a double take, as it resembles a Scotch tape from your local hardware store. The item is from the...
Released in March 2024 to mark International Women's Day and Women's History Month, the three Bentaygas have special specifications to celebrate the famous 'Bentley Girls' — Mary Petre Bruce, Dorothy Paget and Diana Barnato Walker. Naturally, the commemorative Bentley SUVs were designed by two of the automaker's female designers — Emma Carruthers and Georgia Gough. The unique design cues...
While the visual benefits of a toned physique are often the primary motivation for most people’s fitness endeavors, the journey itself brings about significant improvements in strength, endurance, and overall well-being. Toning involves a combination of building lean muscle and reducing excess body fat. Whether you’re a fitness newbie or a seasoned gym-goer, this article...
As we usher in the promising year of 2024, many of us are contemplating resolutions that will set the tone for a healthier and more fulfilling life. If prioritizing your well-being is at the top of your list, consider adopting these New Year resolutions for a robust and vibrant 2024. 1. Mindful Nutrition: Start the year...
A few zodiac signs often tend to be nostalgic and dwell on their past relationships. They consider memories of their ex-boo as books they can read repeatedly. People who have loved and then moved on understand that nostalgia can be a powerful influence in molding our impressions of reality. What feels like wistful affection for an...
Individuals born under a few star signs might be more likely to harbor dreams of becoming famous. In their hearts, there burns a deep desire for appreciation. In the age of social media and the relentless pursuit of recognition, some star signs find themselves immersed in the contemplations of the day when they hope to achieve...
