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AsiaOne
2 days ago
- AsiaOne
Daily roundup: Police test ride-hailing robot to patrol Changi Airport T4 — and other top stories today
Stay in the know with a recap of our top stories today. 1. Police test ride-hailing robot to patrol Changi Airport T4 The Singapore Police Force's Airport Police Division (APD) and Home Team Science and Technology Agency (HTX) have been piloting a new police patrol robot named Gibson since early July. This indoor robot, which was built to enhance police presence and improve officers' mobility, can also be used as a means of transport... » READ MORE 2. Pre-trial conference for Ong Beng Seng rescheduled to July 28 A pre-trial conference for billionaire and hotelier Ong Beng Seng set for July 23 has been rescheduled to next week. Ong, 79, was charged with two offences in October 2024. Both of his charges are in relation to former transport minister S Iswaran, who was sentenced to 12 months' jail last October... » READ MORE 3. From Paris to Raffles Place: Singaporean-founded deli Nonette opens pop-up, here's what you should try You would've had to travel all the way to Paris to try the Asian-style French doughnuts and banh mi by Singaporean-founded sandwich deli Nonette. Now, diners can savour its popular bites at its pop-up at Rasa Space in Republic Plaza from now until Oct 4... » READ MORE 4. Bukit Panjang LRT outage: Fault linked to newly installed power system, says SMRT The power fault which crippled services across the Bukit Panjang LRT line twice in July have been linked to a newly installed power distribution system, said rail operator SMRT. The first incident on July 3 saw no service at all stations on the LRT line for about three hours. In the second incident on Saturday (July 19), the disruption lasted for about two hours... » READ MORE editor@
AsiaOne
2 days ago
- AsiaOne
Daily roundup: Police test ride-hailing robot to patrol Changi Airport T4 — and other top stories today, World News
Stay in the know with a recap of our top stories today. 1. Police test ride-hailing robot to patrol Changi Airport T4 The Singapore Police Force's Airport Police Division (APD) and Home Team Science and Technology Agency (HTX) have been piloting a new police patrol robot named Gibson since early July. This indoor robot, which was built to enhance police presence and improve officers' mobility, can also be used as a means of transport... » READ MORE 2. Pre-trial conference for Ong Beng Seng rescheduled to July 28 A pre-trial conference for billionaire and hotelier Ong Beng Seng set for July 23 has been rescheduled to next week. Ong, 79, was charged with two offences in October 2024. Both of his charges are in relation to former transport minister S Iswaran, who was sentenced to 12 months' jail last October... » READ MORE 3. From Paris to Raffles Place: Singaporean-founded deli Nonette opens pop-up, here's what you should try You would've had to travel all the way to Paris to try the Asian-style French doughnuts and banh mi by Singaporean-founded sandwich deli Nonette. Now, diners can savour its popular bites at its pop-up at Rasa Space in Republic Plaza from now until Oct 4... » READ MORE 4. Bukit Panjang LRT outage: Fault linked to newly installed power system, says SMRT The power fault which crippled services across the Bukit Panjang LRT line twice in July have been linked to a newly installed power distribution system, said rail operator SMRT. The first incident on July 3 saw no service at all stations on the LRT line for about three hours. In the second incident on Saturday (July 19), the disruption lasted for about two hours... » READ MORE editor@
Business Insider
12-07-2025
- Lifestyle
- Business Insider
I've lost 30 pounds and rely on these 11 products from Aldi to help me keep the weight off
Over the past year, I've lost 30 pounds and relied on some Aldi products to keep the weight off. I love snacking on things like cheese, blueberries, sliced turkey, and dill-pickle chips. Fresh ground turkey and rotisserie-style pulled chicken are my go-to sources of protein. After adopting a largely low-carb lifestyle last summer, I've lost 30 pounds. Early in the process, Aldi quickly became my go-to grocery store for stocking my refrigerator and pantry. From proteins to fresh fruits and vegetables, these are the 11 products that have been a mainstay and help me keep the weight off. The Kirkwood fresh ground turkey is my go-to source of protein. Fresh ground turkey is my favorite way to get my protein in because it's versatile and easy to cook quickly. My favorite way to prepare it is with taco seasoning. I use the meat to make taco salads with vegetables or enjoy it as a taco with a low-carb tortilla. Canned beans keep me satisfied throughout the day. Although legumes tend to be high in carbohydrates, I find that incorporating them into my diet makes me feel more satiated. The Dakota's Pride kidney beans from Aldi are my favorite because they taste great in my lunchtime salads. Riced cauliflower is my favorite versatile staple. Although I haven't always enjoyed riced cauliflower from other brands, the Season's Choice garlic and herb version is seriously good. My favorite ways to prepare it include using truffle oil for an Italian-style twist on risotto or pan-frying it for Asian-style fried rice with an egg, paleo teriyaki sauce, and a protein. I love snacking on Happy Farms cheese. I'm a big snacker, and my go-to pick is always cheese. The Happy Farms cheese blocks from Aldi are budget-friendly and inexpensive. I always grab a package of Aldi's rotisserie-style pulled chicken. Another of my favorite versatile protein sources is Aldi's rotisserie-style pulled chicken. I like to use it in salads or a low-carb tortilla to make a wrap. When I'm craving pizza, I also pair it with a tortilla to create an air-fried low-sugar barbecue flatbread. Blueberries are a versatile favorite. I'm not typically a huge fan of fruit, but I love berries. Luckily, I can always count on Aldi for great blueberries with a sweet and tart flavor profile. I like to have them in the morning as a breakfast side dish, or at night as a dessert with whipped cream. Aldi's spicy guacamole is very tasty. I'm a huge fan of dips and sauces, and Aldi's spicy guacamole is surprisingly tasty for a prepackaged option. I like to pair it with a turkey taco salad or scoop it out with cucumber chips. I like to pick up a three-pack of green peppers. The deli-sliced honey turkey breast makes the perfect snack. I find it easiest to stay on track with my eating habits when I keep easy-to-grab protein sources handy. Although I prefer hand-sliced turkey from the deli counter, the pre-sliced turkey from Aldi has become a staple in my house. I often snack on it during the day or when my protein intake is low. I use the Friendly Farms vanilla almond milk to make a shaken espresso. Fancy coffee drinks can quickly pack on the calories. So, I prefer to keep it simple and make an at-home variation of an iced shaken espresso. I typically use a double shot of espresso, the Friendly Farms unsweetened vanilla almond milk, and a sugar-free syrup. This delivers on flavor with fewer carbs and calories. I love snacking on dill-pickle chips.
Hamilton Spectator
10-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Hamilton Spectator
I went to Coldplay at Rogers Stadium in Toronto — Here's everything you need to know, from merch to food and tickets for weekend shows
Coldplay has taken over the city of Toronto and its newest concert destination, Rogers Stadium. Located at the former Downsview Airport grounds, and not to be mistaken for the Rogers Centre in the downtown core, the venue experience has been met with a mixed bag of opinions, but here's my take after attending night two of the globally popular tour. Whether you're trekking from out of town or travelling from within the city, there are a number of TTC subway stations that spit you out close to the venue. I would recommend getting off at Downsview Park. From the station, it's only about a 10-minute walk to Rogers Stadium's security checkpoint and ticket scan area, and there's ample amounts of signage and staff to direct you exactly where you need to go. Fans arriving for Coldplay at the main entrance at Rogers Stadium. Before you scan your tickets, you'll notice a sizeable merch stand with an even bigger queue of a lineup, but I would advise getting into the Fan Plaza itself, where there are other opportunities for merchandise. I joined what I thought would be a lengthy wait of a line at the main merchandise hub, but waited only 15 minutes before I got my hands on the shirt that I wanted. To avoid potentially longer wait times as fans continue to pile in, I'd recommend you arrive a couple of hours early to ensure you get the size and merchandise you're hoping for. The entrance to the main merchandise hub at Rogers Stadium. Coldplay's 'Music of the Spheres' tour has an extensive selection of merchandise, from tour T-shirts (including a Toronto-specific event shirt), to hoodies, hats, tote bags, water bottles and posters. Any of the wide selection of tour T-shirts will cost you $60, while a tour hoodie is priced at $120, before taxes. If you're looking for a Toronto specific poster, it's priced at $45, while hats are $50, tote bags are $15 and refillable Coldplay bottles are $45. A look into pricing of merchandise for Coldplay's tour at Rogers Stadium. In the Fan Plaza, you'll find a generous amount of vendors scattered throughout the stadium grounds, with anything from burgers, to poutines, tacos, hot dogs and sausages. Prices range anywhere from $8.50 for a hot dog or veggie dog, to $18 for chicken tenders and fries. Full disclosure, there was almost no availability for anything we wanted to eat from the vendors themselves, and we arrived three hours before showtime. Other on-site food options include the Night Market, where you'll find Pan Asian quick bites, pressed paninis or a selection of Bavarian bites, which is relative in pricing and readily available. We ended up going to the food trucks by the DJ stage, where you'll find Halibut House for fish and chips (although it's on the pricier end), EsauParrilla for smash burgers and poutines, and Kongs Hot Tacos for tacos and Asian-style poutines. A selection of food truck options at Rogers Stadium. A sit-down dining lounge sponsored by Birkenstock is also available, serving anything from appetizers like spicy Korean cauliflower bites for $14, coconut shrimp for $16, charcuterie boards for $24.50 and chicken schnitzel for $26. You can also order beer, wine by the glass and bottle and cocktails, if you're looking for more of a dining experience pre-show. A dine-in lounge offered at Rogers Stadium with alternative food and drink options like appetizers, main courses, and wine by the bottle. If you're feeling snacky, a bag of chips will cost you $4.50 and a bag of candy (Twizzlers) will cost you $6.50. A can of pop ranges from $7.50 to $9, and water bottles are $7. Canned beer is also available at vendors throughout, ranging from $14.75 for a tall can to $19.50 for a king-size can. All of this can be enjoyed among the many seating areas, lounges and high-top tables scattered around the stadium grounds. A number of seating areas are available at Rogers Stadium to enjoy your food and beverages. There are a number of ways to enjoy your time before the show, whether you're looking for a more premium dining experience at the American Express Lounge, jamming to a DJ set at the Sirius XM Stage, or want to take a spin on the ferris wheel, which is available free of charge. The ferris wheel is quite the hot commodity among the fans, with long lineups up until showtime. A Coldplay-themed ferris wheel at Rogers Park on the stadium grounds. Of course, you'll want to keep in mind the timing of it all when you're enjoying any of the pre-show experiences at Rogers Stadium. Starting at 5 p.m., you can get access to your seats, whether you're at the general admission floor area or any of the stands. The first opening act, Elyanna, takes the stage at 6:35 p.m., followed by Ayra Starr, who performs at 7:30 p.m. The main event, Coldplay, is scheduled for an 8:45 p.m. start, and while they showed up a tad late on opening night, they were right on time for the second night. If you aren't seated in the floor and general admission area, I would recommend you wear comfortable shoes as the stairs are plentiful to get to the stands themselves, regardless what row you're seated at. Generally speaking, a lot of the stadium ground level area is gravel and rocky, so sandals and flip flops aren't optimal. I sat in the west stand, which luckily is not facing the sunset, but if you happen to be seated in the east stand, sunglasses and sunblock would come in handy. In the stands themselves, you'll notice quite an alarming sway when the show begins and the crowd gets into it, but it levels out once people settle into the show. A view from the seats at the west stand, with the lenses provided to fans that add hearts and stars to the setting. Who could forget what everyone really came for — Coldplay — and it was one of the most visually appealing, energetic, crowd-engaging concert experiences I have ever been a part of. The set list takes you across all of their different eras, and the production level and sound at the venue is outstanding. Lead singer Chris Martin performs during night two of Coldplay at Roger's Stadium in Toronto. Each fan receives a wristband that lights up different colours throughout the night, along with 3D-style glasses that make the setting appear with stars and hearts. People of all ages were featured on the screen at different points, so be ready to bring the energy, and you may even get a chance to appear on the big screen yourself. A number of lucky fans even got the opportunity to hop onto the stage and dance with lead singer Chris Martin, who also selected a lucky individual from the floor area to take a seat with him at the piano and request a song. Without spoiling too much of the show itself for future concertgoers, be prepared for a truly breathtaking evening, in what was an overall successful concert experience at Toronto's newest entertainment venue. While the first show was met with some backlash in terms of crowd congestion and the amount of time it took people to exit the stadium grounds, I'd say Live Nation and Rogers Stadium took the necessary measures to ensure it's a smoother experience going forward. One trick I noticed among attendees is slowly heading toward aisles and section exits during the encore and watching from there in an attempt to beat the rush before the concert officially ends. I decided to stay until the very last song and fireworks show, and while it was crowded, I am pleased to say I was out of there and on my way to the nearest subway station in about 10 minutes. A good bulk of the crowd walked back toward Downsview Park station and toward Wilson and the rideshare area, so to avoid crowd congestion, you may want to walk to Sheppard West instead. Lighting and signage was provided throughout, so it was fairly easy to navigate. Fortunately, following the announcement by Premier Doug Ford and Mayor Olivia Chow, transit fare is free up to 90 minutes after the show from any of these stations. Coldplay are set to perform two more shows at Rogers Stadium, on Friday, July 11 and Saturday, July 12. If you're looking for tickets on Ticketmaster for Friday, tickets are going anywhere from $658 to $1,785. For the Saturday show, which is the final show of the tour here in Toronto, the cheapest seat will cost you $644, and it goes up to $1,725. You may come across tickets for slightly cheaper on StubHub, with the cheapest ticket currently going for $552 for Friday.
AsiaOne
09-07-2025
- Business
- AsiaOne
Orh Gao Taproom, popular bar by night and kopitiam by day in Serene Centre, to shutter, Lifestyle News
Goodbyes from long-standing or popular F&B businesses can be nostalgic, some with sombre reflections even. But Orh Gao Taproom's final farewell was anything but mellow. The popular craft beer bar, which opened in Serene Centre at Botanic Gardens in 2019, announced its imminent closure via an Instagram post on June 28. Apart from bidding farewell to fans and stating its final day of operations, July 12, Orh Gao Taproom left something of a cryptic message too. The caption read: "We've been hung out to dry, for real this time." The post offered no further details on what let to the bar's closure, its future plans or a potential new location. In the meantime though, fans of the bar can enjoy a farewell perk in the form of a pint, just as long as they turn up in an Orh Gao tee. The four-storey building in which the bar is housed is currently undergoing renovations works and was sold for $105 million last April, reported CNA. A press release from one of its buyers, co-living space operator The Assembly Place, stated that Serene Centre would be refreshed with retail concepts and co-living spaces. Responding to AsiaOne's queries, Orh Gao Taproom confirmed that the building was being redeveloped for "other uses" and shared: "We got 'relocated' with no definite timeline." The bar was also candid in expressing its fondness for the location and community there. "We love the people, space and location. But the powers that be had other ideas," they added, though they did not go into detail. According to Orh Gao, talks to relocate within Serene Centre have been ongoing for the better part of a year, with no firm resolution in sight. Local craft beer enthusiasts might be familiar with the bar's unique concept of operating as a Killiney Kopitiam by day and transforming into a fully fledged taproom from 4pm onwards. So within the same space, a customer could start their morning with a kaya toast set for breakfast before returning in the evening for a curated range of craft beers with Asian-style grub such as Crab Fried Rice and Shimeji Fritters. Address: 10 Jln Serene, #01-03 Serene Centre, Singapore 258748 Opening hours: Closed on Mondays, 4pm to 11pm on Sunday, Tuesdays to Thursdays, 4pm to 12am on Fridays and Saturdays [[nid:719266]] amierul@
