Author - Stephanie Chan

Wang Ta Lu, 33, Arrested For Evading Military Service, Called A “Very Good Actor” For Faking Heart Condition

Taiwanese actor Wang Ta Lu has made the headlines for allegedly trying to evade his military service. Yesterday (Feb 18), it was reported that the 33-year-old star, alongside 10 other men were arrested for attempting to evade their compulsory military conscription. Officers from the criminal bureau conducted a search lasting over an hour at Ta Lu’s Da’an District home, and he was...

How to report potholes or claim compensation

PETALING JAYA: The sound of a loud thud from underneath their vehicles as they pass through an “unseen” pothole is a nightmare for all motorists. It usually signals a new round of repairs, with the only variation being whether it is a major or minor expense. Despite this, many motorists do not realise they can quickly report...

Utar Hospital officially launched by Sultan of Perak, features Western and traditional medicine, 350 beds

KAMPAR: Universiti Tunku Abdul Rahman Hospital here has been officially launched by Sultan of Perak, Sultan Nazrin Muizzuddin Shah. His Royal Highness was accompanied by Perak Mentri Besar Datuk Seri Saarani Mohamad, MCA president Datuk Seri Dr Wee Ka Siong, MCA vice-president Datuk Tan Teik Cheng and Berjaya Group Founder Tan Sri Vincent Tan Chee Yioun. The...

Former bank sales manager claims trial to 58 graft charges involving over RM600,000

MELAKA: A former sales manager with a bank has claimed trial to 58 charges of soliciting and accepting bribes amounting to RM600,903. The bribes were allegedly from two law firms to facilitate housing loan case referrals to the Malaysia Building Society Berhad (MBSB) Bank over the past eight years. Mohamad Faqih Mustapha pleaded not guilty to all...

Sultan Ibrahim grants audience to PM Anwar in Bahrain

KUALA LUMPUR: His Majesty Sultan Ibrahim, King of Malaysia, granted an audience to Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim in Bahrain. According to a post on the Sultan Ibrahim Sultan Iskandar Facebook page on Wednesday (Feb 19), the Prime Minister briefed His Majesty on the latest developments in Malaysia and enquired about Sultan Ibrahim’s health during the...

Negri Sembilan quarantines two villages, ecopark after one death out of nine leprosy cases

SEREMBAN: Negri Sembilan has quarantined two Orang Asli villages in Kuala Pilah after nine leprosy cases were reported in the area causing one death, says Datuk Seri Aminudin Harun. The Mentri Besar added that the Jeram Tengkek Ecopark near the two villages has also been closed indefinitely to prevent the disease from spreading. "I was shocked when...

Mat Sabu grilled by Opposition MPs over local rice supply

KUALA LUMPUR: Agriculture and Food Security Minister Datuk Seri Mohamad Sabu faced tough questions in Parliament as Opposition MPs pressed him over the local rice shortage. He defended the government’s RM150mil allocation to maintain the RM2.60 per kg price for local white rice (BPT) for six months, after which the situation would be reassessed. However, Mohamad admitted...

Where Was Bill Hader During ‘SNL50’? Find Out

Bill Hader was absent from the 50th anniversary celebration of 'Saturday Night Live.' Learn why below. The 50th anniversary of Saturday Night Live brought several Hollywood stars together in one room. Many attended to celebrate the comedy show’s success, enjoying skits, performances, and plenty of laughs. With familiar faces like Miley Cyrus, Adam Sandler, Bad Bunny, and Jimmy Fallon in attendance, one notable...

Are Martin Short & Meryl Streep Dating? The Truth Revealed

The 'Only Murders in the Building' co-stars sparked much fan speculation about them possibly being a couple when they were seated next to each other at the 'SNL50' anniversary special. Meryl Streep and Martin Short certainly have a lot of chemistry together. Whether the two of them are starring in the Hulu Series Only Murders in the Building or...

Who Is Brittany Howard? 5 Things About the Singer From ‘SNL50’

Brittany Howard performed at the 'SNL 50' anniversary special. Learn more about the musician here. Saturday Night Live’s 50th anniversary celebration was filled not only with laughs but also with memorable performances. One standout moment was Miley Cyrus and Brittany Howard’s duet of “Nothing Compares 2 U,” a song written by Prince and made famous by Sinéad O’Connor. The former Disney Channel star...