k Rihanna's Latest Makeup Video Will Make You Love Her Even More By www.eonline.com Published On :: Sat, 09 May 2020 21:04:39 GMT Rihanna is a big mood. There's no denying the Fenty Beauty founder is our style, makeup and music inspiration. And on Friday night, she gave us another reason to love... Full Article
k Psalm West Turns 1! Look Back At All of His Sweetest Pics By www.eonline.com Published On :: Sat, 09 May 2020 21:23:00 GMT Happy birthday, Psalm West! Today is an especially sweet Mother's Day weekend for Kim Kardashian because her youngest is celebrating his first birthday. We can't believe... Full Article
k Katy Perry Gets Real About Crying When ''Doing Simple Tasks'' During Pregnancy By www.eonline.com Published On :: Sun, 10 May 2020 00:50:00 GMT Katy Perry is getting real about her hormonal changes and mood swings during pregnancy. On Saturday, during the SHEIN Together livestream event--a virtual festival led by the clothing... Full Article
k Would you be able to tell the difference between a rock and a meteorite? By www.abc.net.au Published On :: Sun, 10 May 2020 12:40:39 +1000 While meteorites are very rare, they are out there, and it's not impossible that you could find a piece of space rock if you know what you're looking for. Full Article Science and Technology Earth Sciences Astronomy (Space) Geology
k Little Richard dies: Bob Dylan, Mick Jagger, Michelle Obama honor pioneering rocker By www.latimes.com Published On :: Sat, 9 May 2020 13:52:35 -0400 Fellow artists, stars and political figures took to social media to reflect on the artistry and soul of Little Richard over his long career. Full Article
k 10 videos that prove Little Richard rocked harder than anyone, ever By www.latimes.com Published On :: Sat, 9 May 2020 13:52:59 -0400 Little Richard, who died on Saturday at 87, whipped audiences into frenzies from the earliest days of rock 'n' roll. Full Article
k Andre Harrell dies: Mariah Carey, John Legend, Kamala Harris mourn Uptown Records founder By www.latimes.com Published On :: Sat, 9 May 2020 15:25:09 -0400 Tributes to revered music executive Andre Harrell, who helped launch the careers of Mary J. Blige and Sean Combs, poured out on social media. Full Article
k Calendar Feedback: Season tickets support of the L.A. Phil By www.latimes.com Published On :: Sat, 9 May 2020 17:11:16 -0400 Calendar Feedback Sunday, May 10, 2020 Full Article
k Drug manufacturing must be brought to UK, NHS bosses and charities tell MPs By www.theguardian.com Published On :: 2020-05-10T06:06:17Z Coronavirus crisis reveals weakness in supply chain as medicines in export ban rise from 29 to 196 this yearCoronavirus – latest updatesSee all our coronavirus coverageNHS leaders and medical charities are calling for ministers to bring more drug manufacturing to the UK to reduce the risk of future shortages after the problems seen during the coronavirus crisis.In addition to the well documented shortages of personal protective equipment, dealing with Covid-19 has placed huge strain on supplies of intensive care medicine, over-the-counter drugs and oxygen. The NHS has been forced to put new rationing measures in place to ensure hospitals do not run out.The supply chain isn’t as good – isn’t as robust – as it could be Continue reading... Full Article Pharmaceuticals industry NHS Science Health Coronavirus outbreak Infectious diseases World news UK news
k U.K. Airlines, Airports Fear 'Devastating Impact' Of Possible Quarantine Rules By www.npr.org Published On :: Sat, 09 May 2020 12:38:56 -0400 Trade groups expect the government to roll out new coronavirus travel restrictions, including a quarantine for out-of-country arrivals, on Sunday. And they're already pushing back publicly. Full Article
k Elon Musk Says Tesla Suing California County, Moving Headquarters Out of State By www.npr.org Published On :: Sat, 09 May 2020 18:10:19 -0400 The company's CEO tweeted Saturday that the automaker is seeking legal action against Alameda County. The billionaire executive has been sharply critical of shelter-in-place orders in recent weeks. Full Article
k A Liberal East Coast Science Writer Talks to a Pro-Trump Texan Strength Coach about COVID-19 By blogs.scientificamerican.com Published On :: Sat, 09 May 2020 17:00:00 GMT A weight-lifting guru, author and podcaster calls the U.S. response to the pandemic an “exercise in hysteria" that might do more harm than good -- Read more on ScientificAmerican.com Full Article Health Public Health
k Germany's confirmed coronavirus cases rise by 667 to 169,218: RKI By feeds.reuters.com Published On :: Sat, 09 May 2020 22:03:03 -0400 The number of confirmed coronavirus cases in Germany increased by 667 to 169,218, data from the Robert Koch Institute (RKI) for infectious diseases showed on Sunday. Full Article healthNews
k South Korea reports 34 new coronavirus cases, highest in a month By feeds.reuters.com Published On :: Sat, 09 May 2020 23:34:47 -0400 South Korea reported 34 new coronavirus cases on Sunday, the highest daily number in a month, after a small outbreak emerged around a slew of nightclubs that a confirmed patient had visited. Full Article healthNews
k Rare syndrome tied to COVID-19 kills three children in New York, Cuomo says By feeds.reuters.com Published On :: Sun, 10 May 2020 01:38:30 -0400 Three children in New York have died from a rare inflammatory syndrome believed to be linked to the novel coronavirus, Governor Andrew Cuomo said on Saturday, a development that may augur a pandemic risk for the very young. Full Article healthNews
k Three key U.S. coronavirus officials in self-quarantine after COVID-19 exposure By feeds.reuters.com Published On :: Sun, 10 May 2020 03:07:21 -0400 Three senior officials guiding the U.S. response to the coronavirus pandemic were in self-quarantine on Saturday after coming into contact with someone who had tested positive for the disease, their agencies and spokesmen said. Full Article healthNews
k Singapore reports 876 new coronavirus cases, taking total to 23,336 By feeds.reuters.com Published On :: Sun, 10 May 2020 03:21:56 -0400 Singapore registered 876 new coronavirus infections, its health ministry said on Sunday, taking the city-state's total to 23,336 cases. Full Article healthNews
k Elon Musk threatens to move Tesla headquarters to Nevada or Texas over shutdown By www.latimes.com Published On :: Sat, 9 May 2020 14:47:33 -0400 Frustrated by state shutdown orders amid the coronavirus outbreak, Elon Musk threatens to move Tesla headquarters and manufacturing out of California. Full Article
k New York to expand coronavirus testing for minority and low-income communities By www.latimes.com Published On :: Sat, 9 May 2020 15:30:03 -0400 As states across the nation continue to reopen despite coronavirus cases climbing, the impact on minority and low-income groups become more apparent. Full Article
k L.A. County judges and other staff required to wear face masks in courts due to coronavirus By www.latimes.com Published On :: Sat, 9 May 2020 16:19:27 -0400 All L.A. County Superior Court bench officers will be required to wear face coverings while on the bench or in courthouse public areas, the court said. Full Article
k As demand for food skyrockets due to coronavirus, food banks play catch-up By www.latimes.com Published On :: Sat, 9 May 2020 19:37:09 -0400 The need for food in L.A. County has reached record levels, putting food banks under pressure to deliver even while their normal supply chains are disrupted. Full Article
k Grateful hikers return to Griffith Park: 'Like being set free' By www.latimes.com Published On :: Sat, 9 May 2020 20:06:26 -0400 'Like being set free:' Grateful hikers returning to Griffith Park Full Article
k Protesters gather outside Mayor Garcetti's Hancock Park residence to protest health restrictions By www.latimes.com Published On :: Sat, 9 May 2020 20:28:54 -0400 At least 100 protesters gathered outside the residence of Los Angeles Mayor Eric Garcetti, with marchers calling for the economy to reopen and condemning the health orders enacted in response to the coronavirus outbreak. Full Article
k Tesla's Elon Musk vows to pull 'immediately' out of California By asia.nikkei.com Published On :: Full Article
k Tokyo Disney knows fans will return but question is when By asia.nikkei.com Published On :: Full Article
k Startups in Tokyo abandon offices amid coronavirus upheaval By asia.nikkei.com Published On :: Full Article
k Thai and European innovators help medical workers fight virus By asia.nikkei.com Published On :: Full Article
k Temasek leads $8m round for plant-based meat player Growthwell By www.dealstreetasia.com Published On :: Mon, 27 Apr 2020 04:54:37 +0000 Growthwell plans to use the funding to expand its alternative protein product range, among others. The post Temasek leads $8m round for plant-based meat player Growthwell appeared first on DealStreetAsia. Full Article Brandify DSG Consumer Partners Genesis Ventures Growthwell Insignia Ventures Koh boon hwee Temasek
k Singapore cashback app ShopBack acquires Rakuten-owned Ebates Korea By www.dealstreetasia.com Published On :: Tue, 28 Apr 2020 04:03:05 +0000 Ebates Korea will cease operations and its users will be directed to ShopBack Korea's beta site. The post Singapore cashback app ShopBack acquires Rakuten-owned Ebates Korea appeared first on DealStreetAsia. Full Article Ebates Korea Rakuten shopback
k Temasek’s philanthropy arm launches $7m COVID-19 assistance fund By www.dealstreetasia.com Published On :: Wed, 29 Apr 2020 06:36:21 +0000 The fund will support initiatives that respond to community needs in Singapore amidst virus outbreak. The post Temasek’s philanthropy arm launches $7m COVID-19 assistance fund appeared first on DealStreetAsia. Full Article
k SG Digest: Clifford Capital sets up holding co; Bayfront partners 15 banks By www.dealstreetasia.com Published On :: Wed, 29 Apr 2020 07:13:23 +0000 Bayfront Infrastructure Management is collaborating with 15 banks for infrastructure loan acquisitions. The post SG Digest: Clifford Capital sets up holding co; Bayfront partners 15 banks appeared first on DealStreetAsia. Full Article Bayfront Infrastructure Management Clifford Capital Pte Ltd
k SG-based healthtech firm mClinica seeks to raise $20m amid virus outbreak By www.dealstreetasia.com Published On :: Thu, 30 Apr 2020 00:33:11 +0000 The startup closed a bridge round with US-based SIG a few months ago. The post SG-based healthtech firm mClinica seeks to raise $20m amid virus outbreak appeared first on DealStreetAsia. Full Article mClinica Susquehanna International Group (SIG)
k Singapore’s Hontop Energy in talks with banks to manage debt By www.dealstreetasia.com Published On :: Thu, 30 Apr 2020 12:50:37 +0000 The company went into receivership in February after DBS appointed KPMG as the receiver. The post Singapore’s Hontop Energy in talks with banks to manage debt appeared first on DealStreetAsia. Full Article DBS hontop
k Editor’s take: The week that was – April 27-May 1 By www.dealstreetasia.com Published On :: Sun, 03 May 2020 01:30:31 +0000 Headlines this week were dominated by more companies running into trouble amid the virus crisis. The post Editor’s take: The week that was – April 27-May 1 appeared first on DealStreetAsia. Full Article
k Temasek boosts investment in agtech startup Pivot Bio By www.dealstreetasia.com Published On :: Sun, 03 May 2020 09:46:20 +0000 The $100 million Series C round was co-led by Breakthrough Energy Ventures and Temasek The post Temasek boosts investment in agtech startup Pivot Bio appeared first on DealStreetAsia. Full Article Breakthrough Energy Ventures Bunge Ventures Codon Capital Continental Grain Co. Pivot Bio Prelude Ventures Spruce Capital Partners Tekfen Ventures Temasek
k SG’s GoBear buys digital lender AsiaKredit to expand alternate consumer lending By www.dealstreetasia.com Published On :: Mon, 04 May 2020 12:26:02 +0000 AsiaKredit provides consumer finance products to underserved consumers in the Philippines. The post SG’s GoBear buys digital lender AsiaKredit to expand alternate consumer lending appeared first on DealStreetAsia. Full Article AsiaKredit GoBear
k COVID-19 spurs surge in demand for SG-based sexual wellness firm’s Smile Makers By www.dealstreetasia.com Published On :: Tue, 05 May 2020 00:34:03 +0000 Singapore-based Ramblin' Brands raised a $4.4-million round from DSG Consumer Partners in 2016. The post COVID-19 spurs surge in demand for SG-based sexual wellness firm’s Smile Makers appeared first on DealStreetAsia. Full Article DSG Consumer Partners (DSGCP) Mattias Hulting Ramblin’ Brands Smile Makers
k Singapore’s ARA, tycoon John Lim buy 52.08% stake in crowdfunding platform Minterest By www.dealstreetasia.com Published On :: Tue, 05 May 2020 06:32:55 +0000 The deal marks ARA Asset Management's entry into the fintech sector. The post Singapore’s ARA, tycoon John Lim buy 52.08% stake in crowdfunding platform Minterest appeared first on DealStreetAsia. Full Article ARA ARA Asset Management Ltd John Lim John Lim Family Office
k SG’s biodegradable plastic maker RWDC raises $133m in Series B round By www.dealstreetasia.com Published On :: Tue, 05 May 2020 10:00:08 +0000 The funding will be used by the company to expand its production capacity. The post SG’s biodegradable plastic maker RWDC raises $133m in Series B round appeared first on DealStreetAsia. Full Article RWDC Industries
k Deutsche Bank unit DWS acquires warehouse in Singapore By www.dealstreetasia.com Published On :: Wed, 06 May 2020 04:18:06 +0000 The property benefits from a prominent location in Jurong close to the upcoming Tuas Megaport. The post Deutsche Bank unit DWS acquires warehouse in Singapore appeared first on DealStreetAsia. Full Article DWS
k Alibaba unit buys 50% stake in Singapore’s AXA Tower By www.dealstreetasia.com Published On :: Wed, 06 May 2020 08:59:08 +0000 The deal values the 50-storey office development at S$1.68 billion ($1.2 billion). The post Alibaba unit buys 50% stake in Singapore’s AXA Tower appeared first on DealStreetAsia. Full Article AXA Tower Perennial Real Estate Holdings
k M&A activity likely to make a comeback in next 12 months: EY survey By www.dealstreetasia.com Published On :: Wed, 06 May 2020 15:16:52 +0000 An EY survey shows how competition in the M&A space is likely to come in from private capital players. The post M&A activity likely to make a comeback in next 12 months: EY survey appeared first on DealStreetAsia. Full Article Ernst & Young
k KKR sees Asia portfolio as driver for growth amid virus crisis By www.dealstreetasia.com Published On :: Thu, 07 May 2020 10:17:47 +0000 KKR has about $58 billion in dry powder for new investments. The post KKR sees Asia portfolio as driver for growth amid virus crisis appeared first on DealStreetAsia. Full Article KKR Scott Nuttall
k GIC takes stake in LatAm outsourcing player Atento in debt-for-equity deal By www.dealstreetasia.com Published On :: Fri, 08 May 2020 05:58:40 +0000 Atento claims to be the largest customer relationship management and BPO player in Latin America. The post GIC takes stake in LatAm outsourcing player Atento in debt-for-equity deal appeared first on DealStreetAsia. Full Article Atento Bain Capital GIC Pte HPS Investment Partners
k Editor’s take: The week that was – May 4-8 By www.dealstreetasia.com Published On :: Sun, 10 May 2020 01:30:35 +0000 China continued to dominate the megadeal market in the week, with car trader Chehaoduo alone bagging $200 million. The post Editor’s take: The week that was – May 4-8 appeared first on DealStreetAsia. Full Article
k Coronavirus lockdown gets dealmakers, entrepreneurs jittery in Malaysia By www.dealstreetasia.com Published On :: Wed, 18 Mar 2020 23:45:57 +0000 The Malaysian government announced a nationwide lockdown from March 18 to 31 to avoid the spread of the novel coronavirus. The post Coronavirus lockdown gets dealmakers, entrepreneurs jittery in Malaysia appeared first on DealStreetAsia. Full Article COVID-19
k Malaysian payments firm iPay88 in talks to raise $25m to expand ops By www.dealstreetasia.com Published On :: Thu, 19 Mar 2020 00:04:30 +0000 The firm is in talks with a host of investors in Singapore, Thailand, Cambodia and Indonesia, apart from its home market. The post Malaysian payments firm iPay88 in talks to raise $25m to expand ops appeared first on DealStreetAsia. Full Article iPay88
k Malaysia’s EPF said to have acquired London office block for $379m By www.dealstreetasia.com Published On :: Thu, 19 Mar 2020 05:30:28 +0000 EPF has been open to increasing its overseas portfolio to diversify its investment risk. The post Malaysia’s EPF said to have acquired London office block for $379m appeared first on DealStreetAsia. Full Article EPF
k Malaysia’s latest stimulus package gets thumbs down from businesses, investors By www.dealstreetasia.com Published On :: Mon, 30 Mar 2020 08:36:09 +0000 Measures announced by the govt, such as tax and loan deferments, are unlikely to boost VC investments. The post Malaysia’s latest stimulus package gets thumbs down from businesses, investors appeared first on DealStreetAsia. Full Article
k People Digest: Malaysia PM named Khazanah chairman; Japan’s GPIF hires CIO By www.dealstreetasia.com Published On :: Thu, 02 Apr 2020 08:02:15 +0000 Japan's GPIF has appointed Goldman Sach's Eiji Ueda as its CIO and managing director. The post People Digest: Malaysia PM named Khazanah chairman; Japan’s GPIF hires CIO appeared first on DealStreetAsia. Full Article Khazanah