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Ariana Grande dated Ricky Alvarez in 2015; the pair have been spotted together recently. Photos: @arianagrande, @rickyrozay/Instagram
Ariana Grande

Is Wicked star Ariana Grande back with her ex Ricky Alvarez?

Grande was spotted on her birthday with her ex Ricky, who was mentioned in ‘Thank You, Next’ – and she’s updated the lyrics to give him a positive shout-out.

Hollywood

Meet Lexi Minetree, who plays Elle in the Legally Blonde prequel

Obituaries

Penelope Keith, star of classic British sitcom The Good Life, dies at 86

Hong Kong

Video | Anti-drug video pulled over claims it promotes drug use

Internet users have been posting selfies, sticker packs and song parodies mocking the video’s AI-generated K-pop girl band.

Internet users have been posting selfies, sticker packs and song parodies mocking the video’s AI-generated K-pop girl band
Hong Kong

Will Fosun’s luxury project revive Hong Kong’s Movietown magic?

Fosun Group begins HK$10 billion transformation of legendary studio, signalling confidence in Hong Kong’s property recovery.

Hollywood

Meet Nick Robinson, who plays Wes in Voicemails for Isabelle

The actor made his on-screen debut in a TV movie alongside Zendaya and played Margaret Qualley’s ex in Maid; he was last dating musician Samantha Urbani IRL.

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K-drama news

10 of the best new K-dramas to watch in July 2026

July’s K-drama drop includes Kim Myung-soo and Kang Min-ah starring in Love in Sync, and Nam Joo-hyuk leading Netflix’s The East Palace.

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Nam Joo-hyuk in a still from The East Palace, one of 10 new K-dramas we recommend to look out for in July 2026. Photo: Garage Lab/Netflix
Music

Raye on her uncompromising rise to stardom – interview

The British singer-songwriter has hit albums, billions of Spotify streams, and gigs at Glastonbury and Montreux Jazz Festival to show for years of hard work.

TV shows and streaming video

Review | Human Vapor: Shun Oguri, Yu Aoi anchor Netflix’s bold sci-fi thriller reboot

This exciting tale of a mysterious serial killer who can turn into a murderous cloud of gas is a reimagining of a classic Japanese thriller.

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Royalty

Princess Kate climbs UK’s highest peaks for cancer charity

Marking a milestone after her own cancer battle, the British royal completes a 24-hour trek challenge.

⁠Kate Middleton at the summit of Ben Nevis in Scotland. Photo: @KensingtonRoyal via X
Asian cinema: Hong Kong film

How Running on Karma with Andy Lau hid a Buddhist tragedy behind muscles

Lau played a muscular monk-turned-stripper with karmic visions opposite Cecilia Cheung in this film that began light and then got grim.

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Andy Lau in a still from Running on Karma (2003). Johnnie To and Wai Ka-fai teamed up to make this dark Buddhist tragedy packaged as a comedy that received a positive reception despite catching viewers off guard.
Celebrity children

Meet James Marsden’s model-musician son, Jack Marsden

The 25-year-old son of the X-Men actor has gone from the runway to record production – and now, a brand campaign for The Macallan alongside his dad.

Charles Leclerc

Formula One’s Charles Leclerc and 4 of his most expensive watches

The recently married Ferrari driver loves a pricey watch – though he’s had one of his limited edition RMs stolen off his wrist while signing autographs.

TV shows and streaming video

How to get Marvel and Wonder Man star Ben Kingsley to be in your film

Ben Kingsley, who reprised his role of Trevor Slattery for Disney+’s Wonder Man this year, talks about auditions, parenthood and Ghandi.

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Ben Kingsley is interviewed at a screening of Disney+’s Wonder Man at the Television Academy in Los Angeles on June 7, 2026. Photo: TNS
Hong Kong transport

Cathay Pacific says sorry to actor Wu Chun over 3-day luggage delay ordeal

Online posts by the Mandopop star, who was earlier featured in the airline’s promotional campaign, trigger backlash against carrier.

Actor and singer Wu Chun was a former Taiwanese boyband member. Photo: Getty Images
Athletes

Former NBA player Yao Ming on legacy and life lessons – interview

Once a player with the Houston Rockets in the NBA, now he has his non-profit Yao Foundation and was recently in Hong Kong to speak at HSBC Life’s Legacy Continuum Summit.

Fifa World Cup 2026

Meet Katie Goodland, England captain Harry Kane’s wife and childhood sweetheart

The all-time highest goalscorer for the men’s national football team is leading his country’s challenge at the 2026 World Cup – but what do you know about his wife?

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Wellness

What is a full-body scan, loved by Kim K – and should you get one?

Miranda Kerr is another celeb to post about the MRI scans, which can show early signs of potential medical issues – but can also cause unnecessary worry.

Kim Kardashian ready for her Prenuvo scan. Photo: @kimkardashian/Instagram
American cinema

How Jim Carrey took a dark turn for 1996 stalker comedy The Cable Guy

Carrey’s turn as Matthew Broderick’s pop-culture-obsessed tormentor left viewers confused in 1996. But 30 years on, it seems oddly prescient.

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TV shows and streaming video

Meet Ewan Mitchell, who plays Prince Aemond Targaryen in House of the Dragon

Before finding himself at the centre of the Game of Thrones prequel’s shocking kiss, the actor was in Saltburn with Jacob Elordi and Barry Keoghan.

Korean drama reviews

Review | Notes from the Last Row: Choi Min-sik lifts soapy academic thriller K-drama

Choi Min-sik and Choi Hyun-wook star in this exploration of the seductive power of fiction that occasionally overindulges in melodrama.

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Choi Min-sik (left) as literature professor Heo Mun-oh and Choi Hyun-wook as engineering student Lee Kang in a still from Notes from the Last Row. The new Korean drama is now streaming on Netflix. Photo: Yu Ara/Netflix
Orlando Bloom

Meet Orlando Bloom’s 28-year-old rumoured girlfriend, Luisa Laemmel

Bloom, who was married to Katy Perry, is said to be dating Laemmel, who has worked with brands like Maybelline, YSL Beauty and Calvin Klein.

Orlando Bloom is said to be seeing 28-year-old model Luisa Laemmel. Photos: @orlandobloom, @luisalaemmel/Instagram
Crime in Hong Kong

Porn star Erena So arrested in Hong Kong for promoting overseas gambling website

Police discover illegal betting website hiring local personalities as brand ambassadors to attract gamblers.

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Taylor Swift

Who is Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce’s ‘genius’ wedding planner, Mark Seed?

The power couple have reportedly tapped wedding guru Mark Seed, who’s also worked with Jack Antonoff and Margaret Qualley, and Jennifer Lawrence.

Celebrity children

Meet Caroline Jones, who performed with the Zac Brown Band at a Trump event

Jones and the Zac Brown Band performed at the UFC Freedom 250 – but why is an insult against Michelle Obama driving a wedge between the billionaire heiress and her family?

Caroline Jones is in the news for her recent performance with the Zac Brown Band at the UFC Freedom 250. Photo: @carolinejones/Instagram
Korean drama reviews

Seo In-guk, Park Ji-hyun lead breezy romcom K-drama See You at Work Tomorrow!

Seo In-guk and Park Ji-hyun put in strong performances in this typical office romcom, based on a webtoon.

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Seo In-guk as executive Kang Si-woo in a still from See You at Work Tomorrow!
Hollywood

Meet Milly Alcock, who plays Supergirl in the upcoming DC Universe film

The Australian actress rose to fame in Game of Thrones prequel House of the Dragon – but she’s also received unwelcome attention from fan communities.

Asian cinema: Korean films

What’s showing this year at Asia’s top genre film festival BiFan?

The 2026 Bucheon International Fantastic Film Festival boasts a formidable programme of horror, action, science fiction and fantasy titles.

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