Author - Stephanie Chan

Selangor, please come play

PETALING JAYA: Johor Darul Ta’zim (JDT) have urged Selangor to reconsider their decision to pull out of the Charity Shield match at the Sultan Ibrahim in Iskandar Puteri on Friday (May 10). Responding to Selangor’s announcement a few hours ago, JDT chief executive officer Alistair Edwards said they are aware and disappointed in Selangor's decision to...

Lee presented with ‘mee siam’ cake on last day in Parliament as prime minister

SINGAPORE: Prime Minister Lee Hsien Loong was presented with a personalised 3D cake after Parliament adjourned on May 8, marking his final sitting in the house as prime minister. In a Facebook post, West Coast GRC MP Rachel Ong said: “Today being PM Lee’s last Parliament sitting as PM, we invited all members of Parliament to...

Scoot hit by multiple flight cancellations

SINGAPORE: More than 30 flights operated by budget carrier Scoot were cancelled over a recent five-day period, which the airline said was due to operational reasons. From May 2 to 6, 33 Scoot flights were cancelled, according to data from Changi Airport’s website. Some of these flights were travelling to or from Bangkok in Thailand, Kuala...

Korean YouTuber fatally stabbed while live-streaming in Busan

BUSAN: A South Korean YouTuber in his 50s was apprehended after killing another YouTuber who was live-streaming in Busan, the authorities said on Thursday (May 9). According to the Busan Metropolitan Police, the victim in his 50s was fatally stabbed while live-streaming on YouTube to his approximately 4,000 subscribers during a visit to the Busan District...

Nicholas Galitzine Admits He Has ‘Guilt’ for Portraying ‘Queer Stories’ While Identifying As Straight

'I identify as a straight man, but I have been a part of some incredible queer stories,' Nicholas said, referring to his famous roles in 'Red, White & Royal Blue' and 'Mary & George.' Nicholas Galitzine has become the internet’s latest boyfriend. After landing his breakout role in Camila Cabello‘s Cinderella, he quickly hit heartthrob status — especially now...

Shakira’s Rumored Boyfriend Lucien Laviscount Gushes Over Her ‘Beautiful’ Work Ethic

The 'Emily in Paris' actor complimented the 'Hips Don't Lie' hitmaker for her 'passion for things and how she envisions things' in a new interview. Although Shakira and Lucien Laviscount have remained tight-lipped over dating rumors, he couldn’t resist gushing over her “amazing” work ethic! During a new interview, the Emily in Paris actor, 31, admitted that he hasn’t “come to grips”...

Angela Chang To Take Legal Action Against Netizens Who Falsely Claim She Defecated On Stage During China Concert

The Taiwanese singer was actually down with a serious case of gastroenteritis, but finished her set before seeking medical attention. Taiwanese singer Angela Chang, 42, was recently in Kunshan, China, for a performance alongside other stars. Despite feeling unwell that day, Angela stayed on to complete her set, even holding an umbrella while performing to shelter herself from the rain. Following the...

Vivian Hsu, 49, Doesn’t Like Being Called “Eternal Goddess” – Here’s Why

It’s hard to believe that Taiwanese star Vivian Hsu is 49. The singer-actress, who got her start in showbiz after winning Taiwanese competition show Talented Beautiful Girl in 1990, looks like she’s barely aged since her debut. Her youthful good looks have earned her the nickname “eternal goddess” — a compliment that most women would be flattered by, just not Vivian. In fact, she hopes people would...

Kajang hit by flash flood

PETALING JAYA: The sudden rain in Klang Valley has caused flash floods and traffic congestion in Kajang. Videos and images shared on social media showed parts of Kajang inundated by waters almost at knee length, with vehicles caught in the flood waters. The flash floods also caused several main roads in Kajang to be closed, with social...

Company director, law firm owner detained over RM38mil investment case, says MACC

KUALA LUMPUR: The Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC) has arrested a company director and a law firm owner on suspicion of submitting false information related to foreign currency investments, totalling approximately RM38mil. Sources indicate that the two men, both in their 50s, are suspected of submitting false information, including investment plans, insurance protection schemes and weekly reports,...