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G-Dragon Rumoured To Be Dating 18yo IVE’s Jang Wonyoung

G-Dragon (지드래곤) is currently trending on social media due to a love interest! This time, it is rumoured that the BIGBANG leader is in a romantic relationship with Jang Wonyoung (장원영), a member of the rookie girl group IVE. For those who are curious, the rumour was first brought to light by the infamous YouTuber...

Did China ruin Richard Gere’s career after 1997 film Red Corner?

It may be hard to imagine today, but in the mid-1990s Hollywood made a series of high-profile films criticising China, rather than pandering to the country to maximise worldwide box-office profits. Released with varying degrees of fanfare in 1997, Martin Scorsese’s Kundun, Jean-Jacques Annaud’s Seven Years in Tibet and Jon Avnet’s Red Corner are scarcely talked...

Malaysia PM Ismail raises prospect of early election

Malaysian Prime Minister Ismail Sabri Yaakob said he could propose a date for the dissolution of parliament in a Thursday (Oct 6) meeting with the country's monarch, though the palace played down the meeting as a regular weekly discussion. The palace said the two held a "routine" meeting to discuss government matters. Its statement did not...

Chinese education authorities back lessons in love for students

The Chinese education ministry has expressed support for classes to teach students the "correct view of love" and "vast and enthusiastic" activities on campus to promote the correct view of family life. The ministry made the comments in August in response to a National People Congress deputy's recommendation that family education should be made a compulsory...

Covid-19 wave looms in Europe as booster campaign makes slow start

A new Covid-19 wave appears to be brewing in Europe as cooler weather arrives, with public health experts warning that vaccine fatigue and confusion over types of available vaccines will likely limit booster uptake. Omicron subvariants BA.4/5 that dominated this summer are still behind the majority of infections, but newer Omicron subvariants are gaining ground. Hundreds...

NCT’s Jeno Showcases His True Personality As He Shares The Most Wholesome Interactions With His Staff

“Noonas’ reactions every time they take pics of Jeno is so cute.” NCT‘s Jeno became a fashion sensation when he made his runway debut at New York Fashion Week, and now he has NCTzens feeling soft over his interactions with staff behind the scenes. Jeno is officially the first K-Pop idol to open a show at New York Fashion Week. He opened for designer Peter...

Cynthia Erivo, Justin Theroux, & Gemma Chan Attend Louis Vuitton X British Vogue Dinner in London

The stars are stepping out for a special fashion event! British Vogue Editor-in-Chief Edward Enninful and Louis Vuitton Creative Director Nicolas Ghesquière hosted an intimate dinner at the Louis Vuitton New Bond Street Apartment on Thursday night (October 6) in London, England. Guests in attendance included Justin Theroux, Cynthia Erivo, longtime couple Gemma Chan and Dominic Cooper, Naomi Campbell, Haim sisters Alana, Danielle, and Este, Jaden Smith, Black Panther: Wakanda Forever newcomer Michaela Coel, fashion editor Derek Blasberg, Bridgerton actress Phoebe Dynevor, and fashion blogger Alexa...

Kristen Wiig Wears Yellow Dress & Hat While Filming ‘Mrs. American Pie’ with Ricky Martin

San Pedro, CA - Kristen Wiig and Ricky Martin work on scenes for their comedy series 'Mrs. American Pie' in San Pedro, CA. Kristen Wiig can be seen coaching Ricky after filming a scene as they move on to another with a life-size fake whale.Pictured: Kristen Wiig, Ricky MartinBACKGRID USA 6 OCTOBER 2022USA: +1 310...

“Warriors of Future” Breaks Box Office Records

Louis Koo’s (古天樂) Warriors of Future <明日戰記> broke many firsts in Hong Kong film history. As Hong Kong’s first major sci-fi action movie, it surpassed HK$66.56 million, becoming the all-time top grossing Chinese-language film in local theaters. Heavily promoting the film since its release, Louis said, “I’m very happy and moved. This film took a long time to...

Angelababy Admits to Feeling Lonely

Angelababy (楊穎) has been very busy since her divorce, accepting two dramas and filming for variety shows. In September, she attended numerous brand events and magazine fashion photo shoots. Despite her work-filled schedule, Angelababy admitted she would feel lonely. A regular guest on reality dating show Heart Signal 5 <心動的信號5>, Angelababy shared what makes her feel truly lonely, “I...