Source: CNBC Andy Jassy, Amazon AWS Amazon cloud chief Andy Jassy said that during the first half of 2018, he was consistently getting requests from customers who wanted Amazon’s help not just in the cloud, but also in their own data centers. For some companies, there are regulatory concerns or privacy issues that limit their … Read more
The Senate’s confirmation vote of Judge Brett Kavanaugh to become the next Associate Justice of the Supreme Court was the most partisan in modern history. The 50-48 tally continues a trend in which confirmations have devolved into strict party-line votes. While political pundits spent months pondering over whether centrist or independent-minded Republicans–Maine’s Susan Collins, Arizona’s … Read more
Assassin’s Creed Odyssey takes place in ancient Greece during the Peloponnesian War, in which both Sparta and Athens are riven by internal political strife, even as they attempt to destroy one another. But there are moments in the game when the politics feel familiar to us in the modern world. Obviously, such scenes are all interpretative, … Read more
Main bedrooms are evolving from the standard three-by-four-metre space into master suites with premium finishes, additional living spaces and luxurious amenities. The enormous master suites on The Block reveal how main bedrooms have been re-invented into hotel-style mini-resorts complete with in-built parents’ retreats, glamorous walk-in wardrobes and top-of-the-line en suites. Tastes and expectations are constantly changing and luxurious master suites are becoming more sought-after, especially in high-end homes. Why bigger is … Read more
In 1959, accepting an Emmy Award for Outstanding Lead Actor in a Comedy Series, the Jewish comedian Jack Benny said: “I don’t deserve this award, but then I have arthritis and I don’t deserve that either.” In doing this, he summed up the experience of living in Britain as a Jew in the latter half of 2018. … Read more
With Singapore pushing towards being a Smart nation, more and more home appliances are becoming increasingly sophisticated. Such appliances have helped us reduce the burden of household chores, while providing greater convenience in our lives. Here, we picked out five high end home appliances that will change your lifestyle at home: 1. Samsung Family Hub … Read more
Internet-connected devices are known for having their fair share of security issues—especially when it comes to cameras. But here’s a new one: the BBC reported this week that a smart home security camera started sending video clips to the wrong person. The BBC first caught wind of the problem shortly after one of its employees purchased an internet-enabled … Read more
While searching for the perfect sofa, Rob Royer ran into way too many challenges. Royer set out to create the opportunity to customize a quality home piece with budget and personalization in mind. Now, as the founder of Interior Define, he’s broadening his company’s horizons. The interior-decor company started in the living room. Now, the dining room is their next … Read more
“To be strong partners of countries as they deliver the 2030 Agenda – across all SDGs [Sustainable Development Goals] – the United Nations too must change,” Amina Mohammed, Deputy Secretary-General, said Wednesday at the High-level Panel on Transformational Energy Access in LDCs in Geneva. “But together, the United Nations development system offers unapparelled expertise and global reach,” she added. Ms. Mohammed spoke … Read more
ARTFULLY WALLS, an online art retailer, has been the powerhouse behind collaborations with big retailers and well-edited niche shops alike. Founded in 2014 by CEO Cathy Glazer, the SITE aims to make art collecting accessible, chic and fun. “Galleries often feel intimidating to the novice art collector,” explains Glazer, “while sites selling huge selections were easy to get … Read more