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From iconic eats to cutting-edge tech, vibrant culture to hidden local gems – we bring you the best of Singapore through the eyes of those who know it best. Whether you're here to travel, work, or just soak up the vibe, Singapore Hour is your definitive guide to what's hot, what's next and what you absolutely can't miss.
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Straits Times
6 hours ago
- Straits Times
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Sign up now: Get ST's newsletters delivered to your inbox Golden has resonated with listeners for its catchy melody and impressive vocal performances. The original soundtrack Golden of Netflix's global animated hit KPop Demon Hunters soared to the top of the UK Official Singles Chart, marking the first K-pop song to reach No. 1 in over a decade. Released as part of the animated film, Golden achieved the No. 1 position in its sixth week on the chart, rising three spots from the previous week. The track, performed by the fictional girl group Huntr/x, is a part of the movie's soundtrack, which features a K-pop girl group battling evil spirits to protect the human world. The UK Official Charts Company highlighted that this is the first K-pop No. 1 on the British chart since Psy's record-breaking Gangnam Style in 2012. In a statement published on the company's website, Martin Talbot, CEO of Official Charts, called the achievement 'another landmark moment for the globally dominating South Korean genre'. Golden has resonated with listeners for its catchy melody and impressive vocal performances. The track has garnered attention for its blend of K-pop and English lyrics, with some lines including Korean phrases like 'forever unbreakable'. It has been described as a summer hit, gaining traction alongside the success of the animated film. The song, composed by Ejae, a former SM Entertainment trainee, and performed by Audrey Nuna and Rei Ami, also includes production from renowned K-pop producers Teddy and 24 of The Black Label. The film's success has helped propel Golden to new heights, moving up steadily from No. 93 to No. 4 before claiming the top spot. In addition to its success in the UK, Golden has reached No. 1 on South Korea's Melon Top 100 chart and No. 2 on the US Billboard Hot 100. Top stories Swipe. Select. Stay informed. Singapore 60 years of building Singapore World Trump deploys nuclear submarines in row with Russia Singapore Sheng Siong to open first store in Orchard by end-August Asia 'This isn't some concubine selection': Why matchmaking events for rich Chinese have drawn flak Life Tastemakers: Burnt-out serial entrepreneur cooks up $16m success with Lau Wang Claypot Delights Sport Spurs captain Son Heung-min says he is leaving the English Premier League club Life The story of you: What might Singapore look like for those born today? Singapore Man in army uniform allegedly vaping on bus released from SAF custody; investigations ongoing Other tracks from the KPop Demon Hunters soundtrack have also charted in the UK, with Your Idol at No. 10, Soda Pop at No. 11 and Takedown at No. 63. THE KOREA HERALD/ASIA NEWS NETWORK
CNA
8 hours ago
- CNA
Over 1,200 fans attended Changi Airport's SG60 Homecoming Concert which had Stefanie Sun, Kit Chan and more
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Straits Times
13 hours ago
- Straits Times
Teenager suffers severe burns when foot sinks near geyser in US' Yellowstone park
Sign up now: Get ST's newsletters delivered to your inbox WASHINGTON - A teenager who was visiting Yellowstone National Park was severely burned this week when his foot sank through the thin crust of ground in a popular geyser area, the US National Park Service said. The teenager, a 17-year-old boy, was hiking on July 28 in the thermal area near the Lone Star Geyser, which is in the same geyser basin as Old Faithful, when his foot broke through the crust, causing 'significant thermal burns to his foot and ankle area,' the park service said in a statement. He was taken to a hospital for treatment, the service said. Park officials, who did not release his name, said that the episode was under investigation. Geysers are a type of hot spring that erupts with both water and steam. Contact with the scalding water in a geyser can cause severe or even fatal burns, so boardwalks and trails have been constructed in the area to protect visitors as well as the thermal formations. Officials did not say whether the teenager was in areas deemed appropriate for tourists when he was hurt or had ventured past the boundaries, either intentionally or by accident. It was the first known thermal injury this year in connection with Yellowstone's famous hot springs, which have been popular but risky tourist attractions for years. They can reach temperatures hotter than 85 deg C, according to US Geological Survey. Top stories Swipe. Select. Stay informed. Tech Reporting suspected advanced cyber attacks will provide a defence framework: Shanmugam Business Singapore's US tariff rate stays at 10%, but the Republic is not out of the woods yet Asia Asia-Pacific economies welcome new US tariff rates, but concerns over extent of full impact remain Business ST explains: How Trump tariffs could affect Singapore SMEs, jobs and markets Asia Indonesia's Mount Lewotobi Laki-laki erupts Singapore Thundery showers expected on most days in first half of August Singapore Synapxe chief executive, MND deputy secretary to become new perm secs on Sept 1 Singapore 5 women face capital charges after they were allegedly found with nearly 27kg of cocaine in S'pore Visitors who have ventured off the boardwalks built around the geysers and broken through ground or come into contact with the hot spray have been scorched, jailed and even killed. Since the park's beginnings in 1872, 22 people have died from burns caused by entering or falling into the hot springs. Eruptions from the Lone Star Geyser shoot up about every three hours, sometimes rising as high as 13m. An asphalt trail leads to the geyser, but the last few hundred feet are unpaved. Boardwalks and trails have been constructed at Yellowstone to protect visitors as well as the thermal formations. PHOTO: REUTERS It is among about 150 geysers in the Upper Geyser Basin, including Old Faithful, one of the most popular features in the park for its predictable and frequent eruptions. The Parks Service routinely advises visitors to remain on boardwalks and trails and avoid touching thermal features or runoff. Entering the waters is prohibited. Visitors are also warned that they should leave geyser basins if they feel ill from toxic gases. NYTIMES
