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Liza Wang Keeps Work Collectibles in Her Studio

With over 50 years in entertainment, the veteran actress has a special space where she keeps career-defining drama posters and opera collectibles. Filming in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia when he encountered the coronavirus outbreak, actor Law Kar Ying (羅家英) underwent a 14-day quarantine when he returned to Hong Kong. Resuming his normal life thereafter, he enjoyed his favorite Japanese...

Chinese Artistes’ Salaries Affected by Covid-19

With the Mainland Chinese television and film production taking a hit from the coronavirus pandemic, the market is facing a dire lack of finances, prolonged production timelines, and difficulties in infection control. These have led to a sharp decline in film acquisition prices and many resulting issues. The China Television Drama Production Industry Association (CTPIA),...

Jacky Cheung, Jay Chou, and G-Dragon to Perform at Regional Charity Concert?

They are part of the rumored lineup of artistes at an upcoming virtual performance. Following the “One World: Together at Home” global charity concert event led by Lady Gaga to thank frontline workers battling the Covid-19 pandemic, the China Charity Federation has announced a mega concert on May 15 to be held simultaneously in Shenzhen, Hong Kong, Seoul...

Kai Ko Continues to Party

While most have been avoiding social gatherings like the plague as a precautionary measure against Covid-19, Taiwanese star Kai Ko (柯震東), who declared his single status earlier, has kept up his vibrant nightlife and partying. Spotted at Social Events Earlier in April, the 28-year-old actor, who made his debut with youth-themed film You Are the Apple of My Eye <那些年,我們一起追的女孩>, was...

McDonald’s Decided to Close Down Until May 4 in Singapore

Following advice from the Ministry of Health, McDonald’s Singapore is set to close its doors to customers until May 4, 2020. The closure which not only affects store operations but McDelivery and Drive-thru services as well was done as a precautionary measure to protect employee and customer safety. Source: Head Topics As Singapore enters the third week of...

Iconic Animator Of ‘Tom & Jerry’ And ‘Popeye The Sailor Man’ Passes Away At Age 95

If you watched these iconic cartoons growing up, you’ll definitely feel the loss of this legend. Oscar-winning American filmmaker and animator, Gene Deitch, passed away in his home in Prague sometime between Thursday and Friday night, at the age of 95. Source: Mirror Deitch was the animator of popular childhood classics that held a special place among...

Singapore Records Shocking Jump of 1,426 New Cases In One Day, Total At 8,014

Singapore records an additional 1,426 Covid-19 cases today (20 April) bringing the total number of cases in the country to 8,014. According to CNA, most of the new cases are work permit holders staying in foreign worker dormitories. Among the new cases, 16 are Singaporeans or permanent residents. “We are still working through the details of the cases,...

JUST IN: These 8 Areas In KL Will Go Under Enhanced MCO From Today Till 3rd May

With the latest speculation surrounding circulating pictures of Kuala Lumpur Wholesale Market in Selayang protected with barbed wire and heavy armed forces, Defence Minister, Ismail Sabri Yaakob said that eight parcels in the surrounding Kuala Lumpur region will also be under the enhanced MCO from today onwards till 3rd May. Source: Malay Mail Following reports from FMT, the affected...

RTM News Bulletin Icon, Farith Ismeth Emir Passes Away At Age 66 at Assunta Hospital

Farit Ismeth Emir, former newscaster on Radio Television Malaysia, has passed away at 66 years old today (20 April), reported Free Malaysia Today. He was declared dead at Assunta Hospital in Petaling Jaya, Selangor, although the cause of death is not known at the time of writing, reported Astro Awani.   Source: Astro Awani Farit one of the most recognisable faces...

Deputy Health Minister & Other Politicians Allegedly Violated MCO, PDRM Will Take Action

A group of political party leaders, including Perikatan Nasional (PN) deputy minister and senior politicians, had allegedly violated the movement control order (MCO) as seen on an Instagram photo posted on the weekend. According to Malay Mail, Deputy Health Minister I Datuk Dr Noor Azmi Ghazali, Perak exco Razman Zakaria and their entourage were apparently distributing provisions and eating...