K-pop groups fade from charts — are solo artists the new trend?
The rise of solo artists reflects shifting tastes, diversified platforms and the waning impact of idol group comebacks.
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Runway stars dazzle at Phnom Penh Designers Week
The concept encouraged designers to foreground heritage within their fashion narratives, acting as a counter-movement against the increasing homogenisation of global fashion…
‘Singapore-exclusive’ concerts are the way forward, while country still has the upper hand
After 2024’s sold-out shows by Taylor Swift and 2025’s run of shows by Lady Gaga, perhaps Singapore should angle for its next big fish in 2026.
Even amidst rain: Fur babies shine at ‘Pets de Mayo’ parade in Pasig, Metro Manila
In an interview, Bianca Lagman, one of the organisers of the event who is a marketing officer of the Ortigas Land, said that it’s their first time to conduct the “Pets de…
Thai beauty queen Suchata “Opal” Chuangsri crowned Miss World 2025
The competition's final rankings saw Hasset Dereje Admassu of Ethiopia as the first runner-up, Maja Klajda of Poland as the second runner-up, and Aurelie Joachim of Martinique as…
Hybe chairman under investigation for alleged fraudulent trading: Will it affect BTS’ comeback?
The seven-member act is on track to reunite possibly later this year, with all members set to have completed their mandatory military service by June 21 — the date of Suga’s…
Malaysia’s own neo-psychedelic band Ramayan going mainstream with new experimental album
A bold collaboration between two prominent forces in the Malaysian music industry — Luncai Emas and Sony Music Malaysia — this album marks a powerful shift in Ramayan’s…
Indian actor Naseeruddin Shah to embody Salman Rushdie in ‘Twenty Nine Seconds’
"Twenty Nine Seconds" unpacks the harrowing 2022 incident in which Rushdie was attacked onstage in New York, losing vision in one eye and nearly losing his life. It also traces…
How South Korean shows like ‘Tastefully Yours’ reflect shifting content landscape
Increasingly, content is experiencing a divide between streaming success and traditional broadcast viewership.
Filipino pop group SB19 among featured artistes for collab with ‘Fatal Fury: City of the Wolves’
The game, published by SNK Corporation, is the seventh installment in the “Fatal Fury” series, introducing new features like the “Rev” system that allows for special moves…