China’s two major on-demand delivery service providers, Meituan and Ele.me, have introduced new features that alert or forcibly log out couriers who work excessively long hours, aiming to prevent rider fatigue. In a similar system imposed on China’s long-haul truck drivers, Meituan has been piloting a “fatigue management” system in select cities. This system detects … Read more
Sequels are rarely better than their originals, but a South Korean blockbuster that bucks the trend, and tackles pressing social issues in thrilling fashion, is in Hong Kong cinemas this weekend. So, too, is a passionate homage to the city’s filmmaking tradition. Another solid sequel, this time animated, can be streamed, as can a Hollywood … Read more
Published By: Mohammad Haris Last Updated: September 20, 2024, 18:18 IST Consumer price index inflation came in below the Reserve Bank’s target for the second consecutive month in August, although in light of the recent experience, food price volatility remains a contingent risk. The September Bulletin says that global economic activity is slowing down while … Read more
Get a cute leather tag fitted with a tracker for your pet, a royalty-approved umbrella for the rain Super Typhoon Yagi is may dump on us, cool lifestyle goodies designed by Hong Kong creatives, and more in our shopping highlights for this weekend. 1. Zootage NFC leather pet tags Social media is full of posts … Read more
September 2024 looks set to be a very busy year for gamers, with many launches lined up. This includes several remasters of some classic games as well as a bunch of new titles. There is something for everyone this month with strategy games, shooters, action-adventure games, racing games and more. So here is a look … Read more
Shop for a worthy cause with 20 per cent of vendor sales- including drinks from Young Master Brewery and Crushed Wines – and 100 per cent of lucky draw ticket sales donated to Catherine’s Puppies. Admission is free and furry friends are welcome. Shelter puppies and older dogs up for adoption will also be on … Read more
Apple marked a return to revenue growth last quarter, lifted by the long-awaited arrival of new iPads, even as sales remained sluggish in China. Sales rose 5 per cent to US$85.8 billion in the fiscal third quarter, which ended June 29, the iPhone maker said in a statement Thursday. Analysts had predicted US$84.5 billion on … Read more
Bollywood couple Ranveer Singh and Deepika Padukone have finally confirmed their pregnancy, expecting first child in September. Deepika, currently in her second trimester, shared the news on Instagram. Earlier this year, she made a stunning appearance at the 77th BAFTA red carpet in a glittering gold saree and sparked buzz about her pregnancy. Read original … Read more
