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Japan

Japanese porn stars charging HK$150,000 for sex arrested in Hong Kong operation

Authorities bust syndicate after sharing intelligence with counterparts in Macau, Singapore and Japan.

STARPICKS

Glenfiddich Invites Malaysian Mavericks To Ask Themselves, ‘Where Next?’

Welcome to the Glenfiddich Where Next Club, which aims to celebrate and support individuals who embody the Maverick spirit.

Entertainment

Kenneth Ma and Moses Chan secure "No.1 brother" status in TVB anniversary group photo

Three hundred artistes gathered at TVB City on Nov 19 to celebrate the station’s 57th anniversary.

AseanPlus News

'This episode is totally heartbreaking' says top promoter Kharisma Music; initiates legal proceedings against singer Aishah Retno for loss of income and slander

Top local organiser Kharisma Music International is totally shocked over the episode with rising singer Aishah Retno after the top promoter had cancelled her concert which was due to take off last weekend.

Arts

Banana taped to a wall sells for US$6.2mil in New York

Chinese-born crypto founder Justin Sun forked over more than US$6mil for the fruit and its single strip of silver duct tape

Nutrition

Region-specific diets around China recommended to combat obesity

Recommended by scientists, these diets also aim to promote sustainability for planetary health.

Living

Traditional Sabahan recipes get the spotlight at Oitom by chef Raphael Peter Lee

Oitom, arguably Sabah’s first fine-dining restaurant with a local lens, has a menu that reflects Lee’s growing sense of identity in line with his Kadazan-Dusun heritage.

Entertainment

Former Miss Hong Kong Louisa Mak announces pregnancy months after honeymoon

This year has been a whirlwind for the 32-year-old.

Malaysia

Monsoon festival to take over Perhentian Island in December

Check out the vibrant music festival on the island featuring performances and cultural activities.

Entertainment

Ready for another 'APT'? Blackpink's Rose to drop new song on Nov 22

The track 'number one girl' will be one of 12 tracks from her LP 'rosie', due for release Dec 6.

Entertainment

Bee Gees drummers Dennis Bryon and Colin Petersen die within days of each other

Former Bee Gees drummers Colin 'Smiley' Petersen and Dennis Bryon, who played with the quintessential disco group in the 1960s and 1970s, respectively, have died within days of each other.

Fashion

Michelle Yeoh and stars of 'Wicked' bring fashion A-game to film's premieres

Anticipation is at an all time high for 'Wicked'. The cast has been making their rounds at premieres around the world, showcasing head-turning looks on the red carpet.

Arts

Malaysian artist Book of Lai's 'Tiny Moving Place' series is inspired by George Town heritage houses

The home on wheels – which has sparked many iterations and has evolved over the years – has become Book of Lai’s signature work

Nation

Man claims trial to fraud over Andy Lau, Jay Chou concert tickets

KUALA LUMPUR: A former employee of an entertainment company has pleaded not guilty at the Magistrate's Court here to a charge of fraud involving the purchase of 36 concert tickets for Andy Lau and Jay Chou, amounting to RM67,608, between May and September.

Entertainment

Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs’ ex-bodyguard details animal sacrifice during Shyne shooting trial

The hip hip mogul allegedly took part in an animal sacrifice ritual in Central Park to keep him being convicted in the 1999 New York nightclub shooting for which rapper Shyne served time.

Living

Sabahan pride: Malaysian chef Linn Yong champions sustainable Sabah ingredients

This self-taught chef in Sabah is working hard to drive a culinary narrative that champions the state's local cuisine and ingredients.

Entertainment

Korean star Song Joong-ki welcomes second child in Rome

The actor shared the news on his official fan cafe.

Entertainment

One Direction stars join mourners at Liam Payne's funeral

Harry Styles, Zayn Malik, Niall Horan and Louis Tomlinson joined Payne's family and friends for the private church service in Amersham, Buckinghamshire, north west of London.

Asia & Oceania

Four top things to do in Male on the island of Maldives

The best way to learn about the local Maldivian communities is by taking a tour around its city, Male.

Entertainment

Indonesian presenter embraced by Lisa Blackpink admits to not showering for 2 days

Apparently, he doesn't want to lose the pop star's 'scent'.