South Korea

K-pop agency Hybe denies seeking US help to lift chairman’s travel ban

SEOUL: K-pop agency Hybe on April 20 denied involvement in a rare US Embassy letter reportedly sent to South Korean police, seeking to lift a travel ban on chairman Bang Si-hyuk.

Wellness

Check for GMP certification when buying health products

This assures consumers that a health product meets established safety and high-quality standards.

Living

How 'fat bikes' are disrupting Amsterdam's beloved cycling culture

With the rise of e-bikes, the idyllic image of Dutch residents cruising leisurely on classic 'granny bikes' has begun to fade. As accidents increase, Amsterdam plans to crack down on super-sized fat bikes.

Singapore

‘I wasn’t afraid’: Singaporean singer in Taiwan temple chases down knife-wielding masked suspect

SINGAPORE: Singaporean singer Willis Loye's instincts kicked in when a masked person, later found to be carrying two knives, bolted from a temple celebration in Taiwan on April 18.

Entertainment

HK superstar Aaron Kwok celebrates 9th wedding anniversary with wife Moka Fang

On April 19, the couple took to social media to give fans a glimpse into their celebration, sharing pictures of themselves together along with the meal they enjoyed.

Nation

M’sian actress Fish Liew wins big at HK Film Awards

PETALING JAYA: Malaysian actress Fish Liew made the country proud after clinching the Best Actress trophy at the 44th Hong Kong Film Awards (HKFA).

Nation

‘KL Gangster’ star now prefers ‘non-contact’ roles

ACTOR Datuk Aaron Aziz says he is now more mindful of personal boundaries when accepting roles in films and television dramas, reported Harian Metro.

Nation

Andy Lau wants daughter to delay dating until 18

HONG Kong actor-singer Andy Lau wants his daughter to put off dating until she turns 18, calling himself "old-fashioned", reported China Press.

Nation

Singer Nash stable following surgery after heart attack

SHAH ALAM: Singer Datuk Nashrudin Elias, 67, or better known as Nash, is stable following surgery after suffering a heart attack.

Entertainment

Singaporean actor-artist Chen Xi and wife hold wedding in Japan

The young couple registered their marriage in Singapore in July 2025.

Fitness

Try these golf exercises to enhance your game

Resistance training is essential for golfers to increase clubhead speed, improve rotational power, and prevent common injuries

Entertainment

Victoria Beckham breaks silence on feud with son Brooklyn (sort of)

The Spice Girl-turned-fashion designer told 'WSJ. Magazine' she's a 'reformed control freak'.

Arts

Kuala Lumpur looks set to embrace its “museum moment” this year

The arrival of Muara Arts, the Merdeka Textile Museum and the new Galeri PETRONAS looks set to strengthen KL's museum landscape and cultural reach

Entertainment

Brandi Glanville needed urgent care to remove garlic stuck in ear

She learned the hard way that social media might not be the best place to turn for medical advice.

Thailand

From novice monk to Netflix lead: Thai trans model Mimi Tao stars in German series Crooks

BANGKOK: Thai transgender model Mimi Tao (Phajaranat Nobantao) is drawing international attention after stepping into a leading role in the German series 'Crooks', now streaming on Netflix worldwide.

Entertainment

NYC Mayor Zohran Mamdani is still earning rap music royalties, tax filings show

Mamdani rapped under the monikers Young Cardamom and Mr. Cardamom.

Animals

How a seabird native to Hawaii adapted to life in Honolulu's concrete jungle

They're defying the fate of many other native birds in Hawaii, where disease and predators that aren't native to the islands have caused indigenous bird numbers to collapse.

Fashion

In a world of fast fashion and the mainstream, one label thrives on rarity

London-based designer Jake Burt builds a cult following with hard-to-access pieces that turn scarcity, craftsmanship and in-person retail into a new kind of fashion luxury.

Family

The importance of building a solid foundation of financial understanding

Experts stress on the need for children to build understanding about money from family at home.

Entertainment

Ryan Reynolds reportedly wants wife Blake Lively to settle, fears having to testify

Reynolds continues to be concerned about the extent to which her ongoing litigation has damaged his Hollywood reputation.