Author - Stephanie Chan

Hudson Meek’s Cause of Death: How the Teen Actor Tragically Died

Find out how the 16-year-old actor who appeared in 'Baby Driver' died and more details here. Hudson Meek, the teen actor known for his role in the hit action-crime film Baby Driver, tragically passed away in December 2024. His death was confirmed through a post on his Instagram account and an official statement from his agency, J Pervis...

Who Is the Richest Person in the World? Top Billionaires Ranked

Here's a look at the world's richest people, as Elon Musk's net worth exceeds $400 billion, fueled by a surge in SpaceX's valuation. Since Election Night, Elon Musk, who played an active role in President-elect Donald Trump‘s efforts to secure a second term in 2025, has only gained greater influence within Trump’s inner circle. In November 2024, Trump announced that...

Chinese Singer Who Studied In S’pore Criticised For Lifting Her Dog Up By Its Leash

Chinese singer Curley Gao aka Xinlinnayi Gao best known for her appearance in shows like Sing! China and Chuang 2020, has come under fire for how she treats her dog. The 26-year-old, who attended primary and secondary school in Singapore, recently took her pooch with her to a public event. In a video that has gone viral, she was seen dragging what appears to...

Singaporean killed in Italy blast: Remains found in rubble likely those of his wife

SINGAPORE: After days of searching, the remains of a woman, likely to be Makansutra food guide founder K.F. Seetoh’s sister-in-law, have been found near the villa in Italy’s Tuscany region where a deadly explosion took place just before Christmas. Seetoh’s elder brother, Seetoh Kwok Meng, 68, was also killed in the Dec 21 blast. His body...

China auntie goes viral with comedic imitations, iconic scenes from Korean dramas

BEIJING (SCMP): An elderly Chinese aunt has captured hearts online by parodying iconic scenes from classic Korean dramas with hilarious and exaggerated acting. The woman’s performances have sparked an outpouring of affection and pleas for her to continue bringing joy. In recent years, South Korean TV dramas have seen a massive surge in popularity in the West,...

Turn away from divisiveness, come celebrate festivals with my ministry, Nga tells PAS

IPOH: The recent Christmas celebration at the Housing and Local Government Ministry is a reflection of how the diversity of Malaysia's society is its strength and uniqueness, its Minister Nga Kor Ming tells PAS. On a statement by the Islamist party that the celebration attended by Muslims was not appropriate, Nga said all festivals were celebrated...

Dengue cases rise to 1,407 in ME51, two fatalities reported, says Health DG

PUTRAJAYA: The number of dengue cases nationwide rose to 1,407 in Epidemiological Week 51 (ME51) from Dec 15 to Dec 21, up from 1,384 reported the previous week. In a statement on Friday (Dec 27), Health director-general Datuk Dr Muhammad Radzi Abu Hassan confirmed two fatalities due to mosquito-borne disease complications were reported in EW51. He added...

Rembia rep Jailani now seated with opposition in Melaka assembly

MELAKA: Rembia state assemblyman Datuk Muhammad Jailani Khamis, who was previously part of the government bloc, has been moved to the opposition bloc, says Melaka State Assembly Speaker Datuk Ibrahim Durum. Ibrahim said the decision was made after reviewing several matters concerning Jailani's membership in PAS, following its secretary-general Datuk Seri Takiyuddin Hassan's announcement at a...

Public caning for khalwat offender draws crowd in Kuala Terengganu

KUALA TERENGGANU: Mohd Affendi Awang (pic), a repeat khalwat (close proximity) offender, was brought to Dewan 'Aasim at Masjid Al Muktafi Billah Shah, Jalan Sultan Mahmud, here, at 2.30pm to undergo a public caning. The 42-year-old carpenter is set to receive six strokes of the cane under Section 31(a) of the Syariah Criminal Offences (Takzir) (Terengganu)...

Muslims permitted to photograph festive decorations with conditions

GEORGE TOWN: Muslims are allowed to take photos of non-Muslim festive decorations, provided the intention is not to worship or promote another religion, says Penang Mufti Professor Datuk Dr Mohd Sukki Othman (pic). This includes greeting non-Muslims during their festive celebrations, as long as it aligns with Islamic principles. Mohd Sukki noted that while most ulamas advise...