Like many young couples, Nigel, 26, and Charlene, 25, had tried going for the BTO route for their first home ("We tried for a Tampines BTO and an SBF, both of which we did not get good numbers…") The couple, both civil servants, wanted to have their own space as soon as possible, so they started looking for a resale flat on property portals such as 99.co in June 2021. A month later, they proceeded with house viewings. The process of shortlisting the units was pretty easy for them as they were very clear on their criteria and location. The couple's must-haves were: Open kitchen Three bedrooms and two bathrooms A big living room space Located in Pasir Ris, close to Nigel's parents (they're also familiar with the amenities in the neighbourhood) Relatively not too far from the MRT A corner flat Not located on a floor that's too low so that the rubbish chute downstairs doesn't face the windows directly (like those flats on the third floor) "But at the same time, it … [Read more...] about How this couple in their 20s got their 5-room Pasir Ris resale flat without engaging a property agent
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‘Essential ingredient’ you need to consume daily to lose weight – ‘speeds up metabolism’
Viewers distracted by Matt Lucas' amazing weight loss SUBSCRIBE Invalid email We use your sign-up to provide content in ways you've consented to and to improve our understanding of you. This may include adverts from us and 3rd parties based on our understanding. You can unsubscribe at any time. More info Weight loss needn’t be the result of extreme diets, and excessive exercise, just small easy changes can see you dropping pounds in no time. Express.co.uk spoke exclusively to Laura Belshaw at MuscleFood.com about protein, and how it is an “essential ingredient” for a weight loss diet. Related articles What Letitia Dean ate to promote four-month rapid weight loss Michael Mosley: Why cutting calories 'isn't always the best method' Laura explained what someone needs to do to lose weight: “The simplest way to explain how to lose weight is to eat less and move more. “Weight loss is not about starving yourself. … [Read more...] about ‘Essential ingredient’ you need to consume daily to lose weight – ‘speeds up metabolism’
Campaigners call for legal protection of under threat ancient yew trees
Gardeners' World: Expert discusses 'biggest threat' to trees SUBSCRIBE Invalid email We use your sign-up to provide content in ways you've consented to and to improve our understanding of you. This may include adverts from us and 3rd parties based on our understanding. You can unsubscribe at any time. More info Enchanting yew trees are spread across the land, and some are over 5,000 years old. Ancient yew trees are being cut down in churchyards sold to developers (Image: Getty) But artist and yew expert Janis Fry, 72, says the "immortal giants" could disappear because the majority are in churchyards, which are increasingly being sold off to developers. Speaking after visiting a 5,000-year-old yew at Defynnog, in the Brecon Beacons National Park, she said: "This is the tree of life, terribly important for us as a symbol for our future. It's an ancient tree. It's always been here. "The church owns most of these ancient … [Read more...] about Campaigners call for legal protection of under threat ancient yew trees
Russia unveils plan for own space station after threat to abandon NASA and plunge ISS down
ISS: Former NASA astronaut responds to Russian threats SUBSCRIBE Invalid email We use your sign-up to provide content in ways you've consented to and to improve our understanding of you. This may include adverts from us and 3rd parties based on our understanding. You can unsubscribe at any time. More info The Energia Rocket and Space Corporation, which is part of Roscosmos, has revealed a model for the upcoming Russian Orbital Space Station (ROSS). This was the ambitious space project that was announced by Moscow alongside their intentions to withdraw from the International Space Station “after 2024”. The space agency head Yuri Borisov noted that Roscosmos would fulfil all its obligations towards its partners in space, which includes NASA, and proceed to leave the orbital lab. Related articles China outbreak: NEW potentially deadly virus puts officials on alert End of the world warning as humanity on the brink of … [Read more...] about Russia unveils plan for own space station after threat to abandon NASA and plunge ISS down