Entertainment

Thai actor Ray MacDonald dies at 49

Reports of the 49-year-old actor's death emerged on Wednesday morning (Aug 19), after he was found dead at his home in Bangkok's Pattanakarn area.

Living

Heart And Soul: A retired teacher looks back on 33 years in the classroom

After 33 years in the classroom, a retired teacher reflects on the students, lessons and memories that have stayed with her.

Asia & Oceania

Gear up for Formula 1 fun at these watch parties in Singapore

Also, take advantage of the enhanced Singapore Grab Travel Pass to go on after-dark explorations of the city-state.

Entertainment

Julie Andrews, 90, will not reprise role in ‘Princess Diaries 3,’ says she’s retired

The actress confirmed this in a recent interview with Today and InStyle, saying it was hard for her to say no but felt it was "necessary." 

Animals

The last three elephants still in South African zoo await a new fate

Elephants at this traditional South African zoo may finally be released into a sanctuary.

Fashion

Guess which celebrity helped make gladiator shoes fashionable again

Zendaya may have sparked the gladiator shoe revival, but Jessica Chastain, Serena Williams and Michelle Obama have also embraced the Grecian-inspired style in recent years.

Entertainment

Philippine singer Vanessa Blanca dies at 30 after accidental fall in bathroom

Blanca was a former member of Philippine musical group Sugarpop.

Arts

Vermeer's 'Girl With A Pearl Earring' in Japan, perhaps for the last time

Vermeer's masterpiece will be displayed at the Nakanoshima Museum of Art in Osaka while its home museum, the Mauritshuis in The Hague, closes until Sept 20 for maintenance

World

Prince Harry to learn how much failed Daily Mail lawsuit will cost

LONDON, Aug 21 (Reuters) - Days after ⁠it was revealed he will return to Britain, Prince Harry will learn on Friday how many millions of ⁠pounds he might have to pay towards the legal costs of the Daily Mail publisher after ‌losing a high-profile privacy lawsuit.

Entertainment

'Wednesday' actress Jenna Ortega would go all day without food or water on set as child star

Ortega has revealed the lengths she went to as a child actor to avoid being a burden for fear of derailing her fledgling career while on set.

Entertainment

Hayden Panettiere's mum blames ex Brian Hickerson as history of abuse faces closer scrutiny

Panettiere's mother, Lesley Vogel, whom the star had a strained relationship with, pointed blame for the actor's death toward an unnamed individual, but earlier this week she outright named Hickerson.

Living

Once shaped by court rituals, China's imperial cuisine lives on today

Centuries-old recipes and techniques preserve the rituals, artistry and history of Qing palace cuisine.

Asia & Oceania

China’s big push to attract more tourists after Covid-19 is paying off

Trends like 'Chinamaxxing', where Western citizens adopt habits from China, are viral on social media.

Positive Parenting

Nurturing healthy hygiene habits in your kids

Inculcating the practice of being clean and hygienic in children is crucial for their health and well-being.

Living

Malaysian crafters turn old jeans, waste paper and corn husks into paper sheets

The graphic design graduates love the process, craftsmanship and the endless possibilities of paper made from these materials.

Arts

Weekend for the arts: 'Mimpi Jernang' exhibition, Joni Mustaf showcase

A list of arts and culture events to check out in the Klang Valley this weekend and beyond

Entertainment

Former HK actor Lo Hoi Pang, 84, thanks Chow Yun Fat for motivating him to stay active

Lo says he no longer has high blood pressure, high blood sugar and high cholesterol.

Entertainment

Former Miss HK Shirley Yeung live streams up to 10 hours a day to support family

Reports suggest that some sessions stretch from late at night into the early hours of the morning.

Nutrition

More protein unhealthy for the less active 

Those who led a more sedentary lifestyle should not consume too much protein as it may have negative effects.

Entertainment

Singaporean celebs Elvin Ng and Lee Teng post painful goodbyes to their late dogs

Ng and Lee Teng both reflected on years of companionship and the difficult circumstances surrounding the deaths.