House impeach proceedings defended

MANILA, Philippines — Batangas 2nd District Rep. Gerville Luistro defended the proceedings conducted by the Committee on Justice of the House of Representatives which found probable cause to impeach Vice President Sara Duterte. Davao City 1st District Rep. Paolo Duterte posted on Facebook about an alleged effort to make lawmakers vote for impeachment. Allegedly, their […]

WIEA Weibo International Entertainment Awards Makes Debut in Macau, Bringing Together Top Talent from China, Korea, and Thailand

MACAU, April 30, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — The inaugural WIEA Weibo International Entertainment Awards was held from April 25 to 26, 2026, at Galaxy Arena in Macau, bringing together some of the biggest names in Asian entertainment from China, South Korea, and Thailand. Hosted by Weibo, one of China’s most influential social media platforms, the highly anticipated […]

French teen charged in Singapore over a vending machine straw-licking video

KUALA LUMPUR, Malaysia — A French teen is facing mischief and public nuisance charges in Singapore after posting a video on social media of himself licking a straw from an orange juice vending machine and then putting it back. Subscribe to read this story ad-free Get unlimited access to ad-free articles and exclusive content. Didier […]

Actress Chantalle Ng is fostering a dog rescued from a South Korean dog meat factory

SINGAPORE – Home-grown actress Chantalle Ng is fostering a dog named Jeong, who was rescued from a South Korean dog meat factory just before he was about to be slaughtered. The animal lover wrote on social media on April 15: “He’s currently staying with me, and truly has the sweetest temperament. A little nervous in […]

French teen charged in Singapore over vending machine straw-licking video

 KUALA LUMPUR, Apr 30:  A French teen is facing mischief and public nuisance charges in Singapore after posting a video on social media of himself licking a straw from an orange juice vending machine and then putting it back. Didier Gaspard Owen Maximilien, 18, was charged April 24 and hasn’t entered a plea, the city-state’s […]

The Iran War Has Already Destroyed 1.6 Million Bpd in Oil Demand

The Iran War Has Already Destroyed 1.6 Million Bpd in Oil Demand | OilPrice.com Irina Slav Irina is a writer for Oilprice.com with over a decade of experience writing on the oil and gas industry. More Info Related News By Irina Slav – Apr 30, 2026, 2:00 AM CDT The war in the Middle East […]

The Japanese Idol Who Lets Fans Smell Her Armpits After Shows

Japan’s idol industry has never been shy about fan service. But Hari Matsumoto, an underground idol from Wakayama Prefecture, just totally redefined the term. After her performances, instead of the standard handshake or hug, Matsumoto has been letting fans smell her armpits. Photos and videos went viral almost immediately (obviously). In one widely circulated clip, […]

French teen charged in Singapore over a vending machine straw-licking video

KUALA LUMPUR, Malaysia (AP) — A French teen is facing mischief and public nuisance charges in Singapore after posting a video on social media of himself licking a straw from an orange juice vending machine and then putting it back. Didier Gaspard Owen Maximilien, 18, was charged April 24 and hasn’t entered a plea, the […]

F1 LIVE: Miami GP disruption fears as driver admits toll Hamilton took

Here’s how the F1 standings look after the first three events of the season… 1) Kimi Antonelli – Mercedes – 72 points 2) George Russell – Mercedes – 63 points 3) Charles Leclerc – Ferrari – 49 points 4) Lewis Hamilton – Ferrari – 41 points 5) Lando Norris – McLaren – 25 points 6) […]

French teen charged in Singapore over a vending machine straw-licking video

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Thunes Deputy CEO Chloé Mayenobe Honoured with Inspiration Award by Women in Payments EU & UK

LONDON, April 29, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Thunes, the Smart Superhighway to move money around the world, is proud to announce that Chloé Mayenobe, Deputy CEO at Thunes, has been named the winner of the Inspiration category at the 2026 Women in Payments EU & UK Awards. The prestigious award was presented during the Women in […]

MAFS Australia’s Scott reveals truth behind *that* pink neck pillow

We’ve got to the homestays week on MAFS Australia, and Gia was absolutely fuming about a pink neck pillow she found in Scott’s house. In an interview after the show, the groom has revealed how he actually got the item, and there are definitely no ex-girlfriends involved. Gia kicked off after finding the travel pillow […]

Afro Babies’ gravity-defying styles are inspiring African women to embrace their natural hair

You may not know her name, but the striking work of self-taught hair artist Elisabeth Anayes Niouky is certainly turning heads. Niouky, based in the West African country of Senegal, crafts modern African hairstyles for editorial photo shoots, fashion shows and celebrity appearances. She has worked with magazines including Dazed, and Afrique Noire, and produced […]

Teen accused of licking iJooz straw allowed to leave Singapore for school-related trip to Manila

SINGAPORE – A teenager accused of licking a straw from a vending machine before putting it back has been allowed to leave Singapore for a school-related trip to the Philippines in May. On April 29, a district court approved Didier Gaspard Owen Maximilien’s application to leave the country to go to Manila for a “field experience”. […]

Tai chi walking can boost balance, strength and more

Tai chi walking has been popping up on social media recently with proponents claiming it can provide all sorts of physical and mental health benefits. And if you’re looking to add some mindfulness or balance practice to your usual walking routine, tai chi walking may be just what you’re after. Tai chi was originally developed as a […]

Tai chi walking can boost balance, strength and more

Tai chi walking has been popping up on social media recently with proponents claiming it can provide all sorts of physical and mental health benefits. And if you’re looking to add some mindfulness or balance practice to your usual walking routine, tai chi walking may be just what you’re after. Tai chi was originally developed as a […]

Japan Today Spotlight #65 | Why Japan has almost no gun crime

Japan has about 123 million people. In some years, gun deaths can be counted on one hand. In 2021, just one person was killed by a gun in the entire country. So how is that possible? The answer isn’t simply that guns are banned — because they aren’t. What Japan has built is something more […]

New on Disney+ in May 2026 – all the new shows and movies to watch

May is officially here, and Disney+ is rolling out a fresh slate of notable additions worth putting on your radar. This month’s new on Disney+ highlights include an adventurous boy band travelogue, an intense new Marvel special and a unique competition series. Whether you’re looking for a road trip through the American wilderness or a […]

Hamza Heads To Tokyo! Dhurandhar Sets Japan Release Date With Local Poster – Aims At Adding More To Worldwide Total

Hamza Ali Mazari might just utter “Konnichiwa Lyari” when Dhurandhar (Part 1) releases in Japan. The Aditya Dhar directorial, starring Ranveer Singh in the lead role, is heading to Japanese cinema halls, aiming to impress the country’s Bollywood-loving population. Hindi films have a growing market in Japan, with notable hits including 3 Idiots, English Vinglish, […]

‘Holes’ appear on town centre road 24 hours after being resurfaced

Holes have appeared on a North Wales town centre route – 24 hours after it was resurfaced. The Maes in Pwllheli saw major works this month to re-do the road through the town centre – causing widespread disruption. But a picture was shared showing holes on the newly laid surface. The photographer said they were […]

Tech Innovation to Lifestyle Brands, a New Wave of Disruptors Reshaping Multiple Industries

VMPL Advertisement New Delhi [India], April 29: India’s startup ecosystem in 2026 reflects a striking blend of innovation, ambition, and sectoral diversity, spanning deep technology, real estate, digital marketing, aviation training, consumer brands, and experiential lifestyle ventures. From AI-driven defence systems and next-generation marketing platforms to curated dining experiences and scalable consumer goods brands, a […]

Bloomberg: China pauses AV permits after Baidu disruption

Baidu’s robotaxi operations in Wuhan have been suspended, sources tell the publication. China has suspended issuing new licenses for level-four autonomous vehicles (AV) after more than 100 Baidu Apollo Go robotaxis abruptly stopped in Wuhan in late March, Bloomberg news reported. Level-four AVs do not require humans involvement to drive. The suspension will result in […]

Dietary Supplements Market Driven by Health and Nutrition

Ottawa, April 29, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Rising health awareness and increasing focus on preventive healthcare are driving the growth of the dietary supplements market. What is the Dietary Supplements Market Size in 2026? The global dietary supplements market size is valued at USD 218.88 billion in 2026 and is expected to be worth USD […]

Tata AIA Life Insurance Introduces Shubh Health Criti: Where Your Health Fund Grows With You

VMPL Advertisement Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], April 29: What if your life insurance actually helped you stay healthy and grew your money while doing it? Advertisement Most of us only think about protection or health coverage when something goes wrong. By then, it is often too late to plan. Tata AIA Life Insurance is changing that […]

Which hidden gems are mainland Chinese tourists chasing this Labour Day ‘golden week’?

Hong Kong expects about 980,000 mainland Chinese visitors over the Labour Day “golden week” holiday from May 1 to 5, a 7 per cent increase from last year. Instead of rushing through major attractions, many travellers are opting for slower, highly curated itineraries centred on exhibitions, neighbourhood walks and carefully timed photo spots – trends […]

Police, Meta expand crackdown to cover all scam networks

PUBLISHED : 29 Apr 2026 at 14:16 Police have stepped up cooperation with Meta Platforms Inc, which owns Facebook and Instagram, to broaden a crackdown on online crime beyond gambling pages to cover all forms of scam networks, including investment fraud and fake job schemes, with faster detection and takedown measures, a national police spokesman […]

Singapore seeks bids for up to 3 new power plants as electricity demand rises

SINGAPORE: The Energy Market Authority (EMA) on Wednesday (Apr 29) launched a tender for up to three new power plants to support Singapore’s growing electricity demand. Under this “request for proposal”, the private sector will build, own and operate new hydrogen-ready power plants, comprising one unit to be ready by 2031 and up to two units […]

New DeepSeek model marks AI milestone. Is China closing the gap with the US?

BEIJING – China’s AI darling DeepSeek has launched its new flagship model that uses Huawei’s chips, marking a milestone in Beijing’s efforts to seek technological self-reliance. Amid the fanfare, however, China’s leading artificial intelligence models remain mere months behind those from America, and the latest release does not appear to have altered this paradigm significantly. […]