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Vietnamese cha gio has been named one of the world's best deep-fried dishes by international food magazine Taste Atlas, which notes its balance of savory fillings and golden-fried rice paper. Vietnamese fried spring rolls cha gio Ranked at number 48, the roll is the only representative from Vietnam on Taste Atlas's "100 best deep-fried dishes in the world." Known as cha gio in the south and nem ran in the north, it features a filling of minced pork and shrimp wrapped in rice

OK Lim, founder of failed oil trader Hin Leong, was taken into custody to serve his 13.5-year jail sentence after he surrendered at a hospital in Singapore. Singapore's former oil tycoon Lim Oon Kuin arrives to be sentenced at the State Court in Singapore on Nov. 18, 2024 Lim Oon Kuin, widely known as OK Lim, was supposed to surrender at the State Courts for his sentence on Wednesday before his bail was extended until 3 p.m. on Thursday. Since the 84-year-old was still not di

Chinese street food malatang, a dish with meats, vegetables and noodles simmered in a broth flavored with Sichuan peppercorns and dried chili, is gaining global popularity, with restaurants popping up across Asia and Europe. A malatang restaurant storefront According to the South China Morning Post , malatang, literally meaning "numbing, spicy and hot," originated in Sichuan Province in southwestern China. Often described as a "personal hotpot," malatang allows customers to c

Taiwanese travelers lead Asia in culinary-driven tourism, with nearly half citing food as their primary motivation for travel, according to online travel platform Agoda. People at a street food stall at Raohe night market in Taiwan Its 2026 Travel Outlook survey found that 47% of respondents from Taiwan prioritize food experiences when planning trips, placing them ahead of other Asian markets. Vietnamese travelers ranked second, with 35% highlighting a strong interest in expl

Ador, the record label behind K-pop group NewJeans, is suing its former CEO Min Hee-jin and ex-member Danielle Marsh for 43 billion won (about $30 million) in damages. Former NewJeans member Danielle Marsh The lawsuit, which follows a year-long dispute, claims mistreatment led to Danielle's departure from the group and her attempt to terminate her contract. The first hearing for the case is scheduled for March 26, 2026, at the Seoul Central District Court, according to Chosun

Members of K-pop group DKB say they have yet to earn income from their music career since debuting in 2020. K-pop group DKB According to The Chosun Daily , the group’s eight members (Yi Chan, D1, GK, Heechan, Run, Junseo, Yuku and Harry June) shared details about their daily lives in a video released March 10 on the YouTube channel Human Story. "Honestly, income is a sensitive issue for us," the members said in the video. "If we were trying to make money, I don’t think we cou

A woman alleged to have fired an assault rifle at the luxury Los Angeles home of Rihanna, while the Barbadian pop superstar and entrepreneur was inside, was being held by police on Monday. Barbadian pop superstar Rihanna Officers in the city said shots were fired towards the mansion in the middle of day on Sunday by a suspect driving a white Tesla, which had stopped across the street. Aerial footage after the attack showed bullet holes in a gate at the sprawling property, whi

Harper Seven Beckham, the daughter of David and Victoria Beckham, is preparing to launch her own beauty brand HIKU by Harper, reportedly inspired by trends in Korean skincare. English footballer David Beckham (R) and his youngest daughter Harper Seven Beckham According to Hola! magazine, the brand could make its debut as early as this summer and is aimed at Gen Z and Gen Alpha consumers. Reports say the venture is registered under a company called H7B Limited, a name derived

Australian passport, the world's most expensive, ranked the seventh most powerful globally in the latest Henley Passport Index 2026, down one place from last year and weaker than Malaysia's. The Australian passport Australia shared the position with Canada, Czechia, Latvia, New Zealand, Slovakia and Slovenia, with their holders able to enjoy visa-free access to 182 destinations out of 227 countries and territories. Malaysia's passport, which ranked 12th last year, jumped to s

A growing trend of group livestream performances featuring young dancers amid digital effects is gaining momentum in China, with some top streamers reportedly earning tens of thousands of dollars in a single session. Chinese livestream boy group Joy-X According to the South China Morning Post , the multi-performer live-streaming format surged in 2023 after regulators halted idol survival shows in 2021, and has since flourished across short-video platforms. Sixth Tone reporte

Hong Kong actress Charmaine Sheh was spotted visiting a durian cafe in Singapore shortly after arriving in the city-state. Hong Kong actress Charmaine Sheh According to AsiaOne , Sheh landed in Singapore on March 22. She was later seen by a netizen at 99 Old Trees Durian, a popular local cafe known for its durian desserts. She reportedly posed for photos with staff and signed an autograph for a fan. The Star reported that Sheh's visit was for the 2026 Black Pearl Restaurant

Actor Stefan Wong has turned to livestream sales to make a living after leaving broadcaster TVB in 2023. Hong Kong actor Stefan Wong C iting St Headline , reported on Tuesday that Wong drew attention after appearing at a recent event, where he shared details about his current life. Saying that livestream selling is far less glamorous than it appears, he noted that the market is highly competitive, leading to frequent difficulties and setbacks. Wong said he once hosted a lives

Indonesian search teams rescued 21 people from a raft Tuesday morning, a day after their boat sank in rough seas. In this photo released by the Indonesian National Search and Rescue Agency (BASARNAS), crew look on as a rescue ship approaches a raft to evacuate the survivors boat that sank on Monday, in the waters off Taliabu Island, Indonesia, Tuesday, March 31, 2026. Everyone on board the ship was found safely, said Muhammad Rizal, who heads the search and rescue office in P

The World Bank (WB) has approved a US$1 billion loan aimed at boosting agricultural productivity and strengthening the climate resilience of the Philippines’ food system. The Washington-based lender announced recently that its Board of Executive Directors formally green-lit the funding for the Philippines Sustainable Agricultural Transformation Project (PSAT), which aims to support sector-wide reforms in the country. A farmer carries rice stalks to a threshing machine at a ri

Leonid Radvinsky, the secretive billionaire owner of OnlyFans who reshaped the porn industry with a subscription model, has died at 43 from cancer, the company said on ‌Monday. Photo courtesy of Leonid Radvinsky The Ukrainian-American entrepreneur bought Fenix International, the parent company of OnlyFans, from the platform's British founder Tim Stokely in 2018. He served as a director on Fenix's board and was its majority shareholder. Under his ownership, OnlyFans turned fro

French President Emmanuel Macron and his spouse, Brigitte Macron, are scheduled to make a state visit to Vietnam following an invitation from State President Luong Cuong. French President Emmanuel Macron at the Elysee Palace on April 29, 2025 The visit will take place from May 25 to 27, according to a statement by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs. Macron, 47, first became president of France in May 2017 and was re-elected in April 2022. He has held several important positions,

Bang Si Hyuk, chairman of entertainment giant HYBE and widely known as the architect behind global K-pop phenomenon BTS, has secured his position as the wealthiest figure in South Korea's cultural content industry. Bang Si Hyuk (3rd, L), chairman of entertainment company HYBE, and members of the K-pop group LE SSERAFIM under HYBE According to The Korea Times , data released March 19 by the Korea CXO Institute shows that Bang holds shares valued at approximately 4.8 trillion w

SYBO has introduced a new permanent game mode, “Showdown,” in Subway Surfers, released globally on March 30. The update adds a competitive race format in which players run simultaneously against up to five others, aiming to achieve the highest score within a session. Subway Surfers Adds Permanent Competitive Mode “Showdown” The feature expands on a limited-time version previously tested during a 2025 collaboration event with Brawl Stars. That earlier iteration allowed develop

Starbucks's Sweet Milk Coffee has recorded 500,000 cups sold in South Korea within just three weeks of its launch, the company announced. A promotional image for Starbucks Korea’s newly launched Sweet Milk Coffee According to Korea JoongAng Daily , the drink, previously available only in the Japan market, had already attracted strong interest among South Korean customers ahead of its Feb. 26 debut. Sweet Milk Coffee features a smooth and mellow flavor, created by blending dri

Cristiano Jr., the eldest son of Portuguese football icon Cristiano Ronaldo, is on trial with Real Madrid's youth system and may officially join the academy in the near future. Cristiano Ronaldo Jr. trains with the Portugal U15 team According Marca , the 15-year-old participated in his first training sessions with Real Madrid's Cadete A team earlier this week. Cadete A are the highest-level youth team within the U16 age group at Real Madrid academy La Fábrica. This squad brin