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Sexist, racist abuse of women candidates in Singapore GE2025 draws backlash from gender equality NGO

SINGAPORE, May 2 -- As campaigning for the Singapore general election comes to a close, the spotlight on women candidates has taken an unsettling turn - with objectifying catcalls, sexist online remar... Read More


Sudirman Cup stunner: Leong Jun Hao upsets Japan's Naraoka in Group C showdown

KUALA LUMPUR, May 1 -- Malaysia captain Leong Jun Hao pulled off a major upset at the Sudirman Cup in Xiamen, China, stunning Japan's top men's singles player Kodai Naraoka to hand Malaysia a crucial ... Read More


KL joins the K-pop party on Aug 16 as RIIZE announces debut Malaysian concert

KUALA LUMPUR, May 1 -- K-pop's breakout boy group RIIZE is finally making their long-awaited debut in Kuala Lumpur. As reported by Soompi, on May 1, RIIZE dropped the official poster for their 2025 '... Read More


In just under 24 hours, 'Papa Zola: The Movie' teaser amasses two million views across platforms

KUALA LUMPUR, May 1 -- The teaser for the anticipated animation film Papa Zola: The Movie has quickly gained traction, amassing over 2 million views across digital platforms in under 24 hours. A coll... Read More


In just under 24 hours, teaser for Monsta's 'Papa Zola: The Movie' amasses two million views across platforms (VIDEO)

KUALA LUMPUR, May 1 -- The teaser for the anticipated animation film Papa Zola: The Movie has quickly gained traction, amassing over 2 million views across digital platforms in under 24 hours. A coll... Read More


Jacky Cheung adds KL shows on Aug 22, 23 and 24 after first three concerts sell out in a flash

KUALA LUMPUR, May 1 -- Organiser StarPlanet has added three more Cantopop legend Jacky Cheung "60+ Concert Tour" shows in Kuala Lumpur after the first three sold out quickly. The new shows will take ... Read More


Sarawak to implement Cambridge-standard assessment for Dual Language Programme starting October for Year Six students

KUCHING, May 1 -- Sarawak is set to implement the Cambridge assessment for Year 6 students this coming October, said Premier Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg. The initiative, approved by the federal Mi... Read More


IU teases fans with studio selfies. and maybe new music?

SEOUL, May 1 -- IU might be cooking something up - and fans are all ears. The South Korean singer-actress sent social media into a frenzy this week after posting a carousel of 17 selfies, casually ca... Read More


Muslims in Singapore know that Islam is not about 'qabaliyyah' (tribalism) but a 'millah' (faith) that is about justice, morality, and goodness - Hafiz Hassan

Kuala Lampur, May 1 -- A mustafti is the term for a person who seeks a fatwa, or a religious opinion or ruling from a mufti who is a qualified Islamic scholar. In simple words, a mustafti is the one ... Read More


Celebrity chef Paik Jong-won faces firestorm of controversy - but the cameras keep rolling

SEOUL, May 1 -- South Korea's culinary kingpin Paik Jong-won may be battling a storm of allegations, but his TV career isn't slowing down. The celebrity chef - known for his no-nonsense kitchen perso... Read More