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  CNA Explains: Why do criminals use Telegram? The Central Narcotics Bureau (CNB) has arrested more than 500 drug offenders who used Telegram for their illegal drug activities. The Telegram app logo is seen on a smartphone. (File photo: Reuters/Dado Ruvic) Lee Chong Ming 12 Oct 2023 06:00AM (Updated: 05 Feb 2024 06:29PM)

  IN FOCUS: Why is there a rise in new young drug abusers in Singapore? A young drug abuser thought it would be "just one time" but it spiralled into addiction, then months in detention. What is behind the 20 per cent rise in new drug abusers aged under 30? Latest statistics from the Central Narcotics Bureau showed that the number of new drug offenders under 30 has risen by 20 per cent in 2023 from the previous year. (Photo: iStock) The number of new drug abusers aged under 30 rose to 480 in 2023, a 20 per cent increase from 2022 Parents should create a "safe, non-judgmental and unconditionally loving space" for their child to open up about drug abuse, says a therapist

  Many teens are struggling with insomnia – experts offer tips on getting a good night’s sleep In the US, nearly a quarter of adolescents grapple with insomnia. Experts say small habit changes can make a big difference. (Art: The New York Times/Jun Cen) 18 May 2023 07:04AM With packed schedules, school days that kick off at 8am and the lure of screens, it’s little wonder that many adolescents in the United States don’t get enough sleep. National estimates suggest about six in

  Can Pokemon Sleep really help you sleep more? I tried it out for 4 weeks Well, you do advance in the game by hitting the sack early. But do you end up sleeping more? And can you cheat? Welcome to Pokemon Sleep, the only game where you snooze to play. (Screen grabs: Pokemon Sleep) Khoo Bee Khim 21 Aug 2023 07:14AM (Updated: 21 Aug 2023 11:44AM)

  Next level music store: We checked out Swee Lee Clarke Quay's vinyl stations, cafe and bar, and more Can't get enough of vinyl cafes? Homegrown music retailer Swee Lee has opened a new store at Clarke Quay, where you can sip on coffee or cocktails while listening to vinyl records, create your own music, or simply enjoy live performances –  catering to every type of music lover. Swee Lee's brand-new store at Clarke Quay features vinyl listening stations, a cafe offering an all-day brunch menu and more. (Photo: CNA/Joyee Koo) Joyee Koo

  Automakers hope for a cut as two-way EV charging becomes real 22 Apr 2024 02:07PM (Updated: 22 Apr 2024 02:31PM) LONDON : Automakers from General Motors to Volvo Cars, alongside utilities and charging app operators are calculating their financial cut as EVs that allow their owners to sell power back to grids become a more realistic prospect. Bidirectional, or vehicle-to-grid (V2G), charging lets EV owners charge at overnight off-peak rates then sell power back to grids at a profit during peak hours. For short periods, a million EVs could provide as much power as a large nuclear power plant, says Nick