The NCPG Singapore Problem Gambling Addiction Advertisement that Backfired
It is probably the most talked-about advertisement in the world – especially in the aftermath of Germany’s World Cup win. This particular TV advertisement, produced by the National Council of … Continue Reading →
Germany Wins Fifa World Cup Brazil 2014: Football Fever Hits Sports Hub
In the grand final of the Fifa World Cup Brazil 2014, Germany wins with a Mario Goetze goal in extra-time, after playing out a 0-0 draw with Argentina at the … Continue Reading →
Fifa World Cup Final 2014: Germany v Argentina
After a month of shocks, triumph and tragedies, Germany will meet Argentina at Brazil’s iconic Maracana – for the Fifa World Cup Final 2014. While there were plenty of surprises, … Continue Reading →
Fifa World Cup Brazil 2014 Semi-Finals: Argentina Through to Final
Brazil’s fierce rivals, Argentina, are through to their first Fifa World Cup Final since 1990. In this morning’s ‘snooze-inducing’ football match with few chances created, both Argentina and the Netherlands … Continue Reading →
Fifa World Cup Brazil 2014 Semi-Finals: The Night Samba Football Died
Brazilian samba football died last night. And now, a nation is in mourning. Selecao crushed and humiliated 7-1 In their semi-final match early this morning, the Brazilians were crushed and … Continue Reading →
How People Waste Time At Work
How are people wasting time at work? Find out more here. We all keep ourselves busy in the office, but apart from work, what are some of the other stuff … Continue Reading →
Ultra Marathon Training & Running Tips: By New Zealand Runner, Lisa Tamati
For useful ultra marathon training and running tips by Lisa Tamati, a well-respected ultra runner from New Zealand, do read on. Kiwi ultra-marathon runner Lisa Tamati has tackled some of the … Continue Reading →
Fifa World Cup 2014: Semi-Final Predictions
32 teams arrived in Brazil last month – all eager to play in the Fifa World Cup 2014. Now, only four remain. Who will be booted out next? Which two … Continue Reading →
Interesting fun facts about marathons
The 26.2mile (42.195km) marathon race is getting more popular nowadays, with one being staged somewhere in the world – almost every weekend. Here are some interesting facts about marathons. How … Continue Reading →
Singapore is Six of the Most Liveable Cities in the World
According to a PricewaterhouseCooper’s (PwC) report, which recently came out this year, Singapore is ranked sixth out of the most liveable cities in the world. Two Asian cities on list … Continue Reading →
The StanChart Marathon Singapore 2014: Runners’ Feedback On New Registration Model
This year, Standard Chartered Marathon Singapore (SCMS) has unveiled a new model for race registrations. The biggest change is that instead of having a fixed period for early-bird sign-ups, there … Continue Reading →
Great Eastern Women’s Run: Early-Bird Registrations Close Soon
Ladies, hurry up if you are still sitting on the fence about registering for the Great Eastern Women’s Run (GEWR). That’s because early-bird registrations close this Sunday, 6 July. By … Continue Reading →
Fifa World Cup Brazil 2014: Who will progress from Quarter-Finals?
Eight teams in the Brazil 2014 Fifa World Cup have taken one step closer to being crowned champions of the world. But another eight are taking early flights home – … Continue Reading →
41-Year-Old 10,000m Record Broken: How Distance Runner, Soh Rui Yong Did It
It had lasted for more than four decades, but last month, the national 10,000m record of 31 minutes and 19.0 seconds, held by P.C Suppiah since 1973, finally came tumbling … Continue Reading →
Singapore Slingers basketball players in action: At the press of a button
The date: Sunday, 29 June. The time: 12 noon. The venue: NEX shopping mall. “PRESS ME”, invited the two bright red words above the orange “basketball” button. The words were … Continue Reading →