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She went from taking photos of celebs like Tony Leung to making cycling accessories by hand

Frenchescar Lim used to shoot luxury jewellery, fashion models and cinematic icons like Takeshi Kaneshiro and Tony Leung for a major publishing house. But she fell in love with the slow pace of bikepacking so much that she learned to sew…

Tuesday, Apr 23

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Aileen Tan on winning Best Supporting Actress at Star Awards 2024

The actress also reveals why she almost didn’t show up for the event.

Monday, Apr 22

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'She was taken in such a horrible way': Family of Singapore woman killed in Spain opens up about their loss

Ms Audrey Fang's brother and cousin say they had never heard of her suspected killer Mitchell Ong.

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Mediacorp actress Tay Ying on gaining weight for a new role and dealing with fat-shaming comments

The 28-year-old actress recently shared how she gained 10kg for her role in the upcoming drama The Blockbusters.

Sunday, Apr 21

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Star Awards 2024: Kym Ng, Jeremy Chan get first best actor wins, Mark Lee receives Special Achievement Award

Meanwhile, Zhang Ze Tong bagged three awards including Best Supporting Actor; and the Top 10 Most Popular Male and Female Artistes lists had some new entries.

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Star Awards 2024: All the winners at the show, plus what you missed on the red carpet

The best and brightest in Singapore's Mandarin television will be honoured on Sunday (Apr 21) at The Theatre at Mediacorp. Red carpet arrivals start at 5pm and the awards show kicks off at 7pm.

Saturday, Apr 20

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Defunct sandwich cafe Korio makes limited-time comeback with pop-up at Zouk Group-owned Here Kitty Kitty bar

“When I heard it was closing I slid into their DMs,” said Zouk Group CEO Andrew Li, who collaborates with Korio’s owners for a three-week pop-up at the group’s speakeasy cocktail bar Here Kitty Kitty.

Friday, Apr 19

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Jesseca Liu: What were the 5 roles that defined her acting career?

The actress tells 8days about the most memorable roles in her two decade-long career just days before she receives her All-Time Favourite Artiste award at the Star Awards.

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Singaporean songwriter Tat Tong to write lyrics for Crazy Rich Asians musical

The Crazy Rich Asians musical is helmed by Jon M Chu who previously directed the 2018 movie of the same name.

Super Junior Singapore concert date confirmed: The group will perform on Jul 14

The show is part of their 2024 Super Junior Super Show Spin-off: Halftime Asia Tour.

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Star Awards 2024: Is first-time Best Actress nominee Jernelle Oh the wildcard to watch?

Will an established name like Rui En or Joanne Peh, each with a track record of wins, take home the Best Actress trophy, or does Jernelle, 29, nominated for her role as a food delivery rider with cerebral palsy in the drama Cash On…

Thursday, Apr 18

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Ann Kok: What were the 5 roles that defined her acting career?

The actress, who ascends the All-Time Favourite Artiste altar this Sunday (Apr 21) at the Star Awards, talks to 8days about her most iconic roles from her past three decades in showbusiness.

Wednesday, Apr 17

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South Korean singer IU to perform alongside students of Singapore studio at upcoming concert

Thirteen students from local performing arts studio Maddspace will be on stage, alongside IU, for the song Holssi.

Tuesday, Apr 16

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Star Awards 2024 Gala Night: All That Glitters wins Best Drama Serial, Best Director and Best Screenplay

Six Programme Awards and four Creative Achievement Awards were given out at the Star Awards 2024 Gala Night on Monday (Apr 15) ahead of the grand ceremony on Apr 21, which will present Performance and Popularity Awards.

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Ahead of Star Awards 2024, here's a look back at 12 of the wildest looks in the show's history

Gabrielle Chanel famously said that fashion fades, only style remains. Memories of these talked-about looks have all but faded.

Sunday, Apr 14

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Mark Lee and Peter Yu win awards for Wonderland at Ho Chi Minh International Film Festival

Lee won Best Actor Award, while Yu took home Best Supporting Actor Award. The local film has already picked up an award at Palm Springs International Film Festival earlier this year.

Saturday, Apr 13

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Things I would tell my younger self: CNA938 radio presenter Lance Alexander

Public figures and personalities share the lessons they’ve picked up in life in CNA Lifestyle’s Things I Would Tell My Younger Self series. In this edition, CNA938 radio presenter Lance Alexander talks about his long career in broadcasting…

Friday, Apr 12

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Man charged with forging VIP ticket, Sports Hub staff pass to enter Bruno Mars concert

The man allegedly deceived the Sports Hub into granting him entry on the first day of Bruno Mars' concert and attempted to do so again two days later.

Thursday, Apr 11

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Singaporean actor Ayden Sng to start on 2nd China drama with Story Of Yanxi Palace producer

The Mediacorp actor will star alongside Chinese actors Bai Lu and Joseph Zeng in a new xianxia drama by Chinese producer and screenwriter Yu Zheng.

Wednesday, Apr 10

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Hailing from small town Kluang, Malaysia, Jill Goh, GM of Mandarin Oriental Singapore, is passionate about fashion

Veteran hotelier Jill Goh chats about her love for fashion and her adventures in the hospitality industry – from navigating the COVID-19 pandemic to meeting Lady Gaga and the late Queen Elizabeth II.

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Singaporean actor Mathi Alagan has a role in Hollywood film Monkey Man

The actor has starred in Mediacorp dramas Tanglin and Code Of Law.

Tuesday, Apr 9

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Husband convicted of sexually assaulting wife, urging mother-in-law to get allegations dropped

This is the first such conviction since marital immunity for rape was fully repealed in January 2020.

Saturday, Apr 6

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IN FOCUS: Can Singapore produce a music icon who commands Taylor Swift's levels of success and adulation?

Taylor Swift and K-pop bands have proven that music artistes can transcend cultural and linguistic barriers. But are they the exception to the norm? How can Singapore’s music industry set artistes up for the same commercial success and…

Friday, Apr 5

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Star Awards 2024: Shinee's Onew and actress Charmaine Sheh will be presenting awards

The lineup of hosts, performers and award presenters for this year's show was unveiled on Friday (Apr 5). The Walk of Fame and Backstage LIVE marathon have also been reimagined.

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Hong Kong boy band Mirror performing in Singapore in May

The 12-member band will perform at the Singapore Indoor Stadium on May 1. Tickets go on sale on Friday (Apr 5) at 12pm.

Monday, Apr 1

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Hwasa of K-pop group Mamamoo to perform in Singapore in June

The South Korean singer will be in town for her first ever solo fan concert.

Wednesday, Mar 27

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Harry Potter: Visions Of Magic exhibition coming to Singapore in late 2024

Harry Potter: Visions Of Magic will be at Resorts World Sentosa. The immersive, indoor exhibition debuted in Germany last year.

Tuesday, Mar 26

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EXO's Doh Kyung-soo to perform first solo fan concert in Singapore in September

The singer, also known as DO, will head to 11 cities as part of his first solo Asia fan concert tour, Bloom.

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Man charged with selling illegal streaming devices at Sim Lim Square, infringing copyright of Disney, Netflix

The 36-year-old is accused of infringing on the copyright of companies like Disney, Netflix and the Football Association Premier League.