At 63, singer-producer Kuo Chu-kuan hosted a birthday banquet, her 23-year-old adopted son, orphaned at birth when mother Pauline Chan died, stood by the cake. Kuo raised him away from rumors, and he now lives a sound life. On the day Qiu Likuan hosted her…
Jiang Wenli, verifying her rumored Jewish ancestry, went to Kaifeng. She found she fit local old Jews’ features at the old Jewish stele, learning the fading local Jewish history. The moment Jiang Wenli looked up while crouching before the weathered Jewish monument in Kaifeng’s Old…
In 2015, Hong Kong celebrities Patrick Tse and Kenneth Tsang clashed publicly. Veteran actor Jimmy Wang Yu mediated discreetly, resolving their rift without public drama to preserve their reputations. News of Bruce Lee’s sudden death at Ting Pui’s residence in 1973 spread throughout Hong Kong…
Retired boxing champion Zou Shiming faced family conflicts with his mother-in-law, business losses, and had to sell property to cover debts, worrying many netizens. News that Zou Shiming, a former professional boxer who once achieved a career Grand Slam, was publicly rebuked by his mother-in-law…
In the studio of the 1985 Spring Festival Gala, as soon as Zhou Feng finished singing the final line of his song, a wave of applause surged from the audience, nearly lifting the roof off the studio.No one could have predicted that the once-popular singer,…
Hao Shuai, a Chinese table tennis player, had early success but a 2009 setback sidelined him from core squads. He stayed committed for 21 years, retired in 2024, and returned for the 2025 National Games. At the 2009 World Team Table Tennis Championships, Hao Shuai…
On July 24, veteran Hong Kong artist Patrick Tse passed away, while 94-year-old Fung Woo held a Red Hall concert. The two iconic industry veterans represent distinct spirits of the golden Hong Kong film era. In July, two veteran figures in Hong Kong’s entertainment industry…
Zhu Zhiwen, a rural-born singer, sticks to a plain life and agricultural routines despite heavy scheduled commercial shows till late 2026, never being arrogant or chasing unnecessary fame. Rumors that CBA legend Zhu Fangyu is worth over 100 million have been circulating widely among basketball…
Zhang Xiaofei gave up steady fixed pay, chose revenue-sharing after a decade of skill polishing, which brought huge returns, showing bold choice for long-term career growth. In the film and television industry’s payment system, there has always been a safe option: accepting a fixed fee,…
After Patrick Tse’s 2025 notarized will was publicized, his over HK$100 million estate allocation fully debunked years of rumors about Cecilia Cheung’s third child being his grandchild. Following Xie Xian’s passing, the contents of his will were made public, instantly sparking heated debate in Hong…
Yao Ming opposed his teen daughter’s possible pro basketball career due to injury risks and her right to choose her own path, sparking mixed online debate. Yao Ming’s daughter is only 16 years old, yet she’s already nearly 1.9 meters tall—standing next to her father,…
Kung Fu Female Football is a surprise box office hit in China’s sluggish market. Made without stars or fancy marketing by Stephen Chow, it gains 1.91B yuan in half a month. Just 27 minutes into thefilm, box office receipts had already surpassed the 100 million…
LeBron James rejected Lakers’ 52.62M max contract, signed 2-year $8M with 76ers. The star quartet faces cohesion and ball-sharing concerns. I’ve beenwatching the NBA for most of my life, and I’ve always seen players compete to secure the highest possible contracts. Who’s ever seen a…
In 2015, Hong Kong celebrities Patrick Tse and Kenneth Tsang clashed publicly. Veteran actor Jimmy Wang Yu mediated discreetly, resolving their rift without public drama to preserve their reputations. At a public event in the Hong Kong entertainment圈 in 2015, Xie Xian suddenly raised his…
Zhu Fangyu, long-time GM of Guangdong Men’s Basketball Team, recently left post after 9 years. The team now faces transition with new leadership and restructuring rumors. Breaking news has emerged regarding the Guangdong men’s basketball team: General Manager Zhu Fangyu, who has served in the…
Fei Yuqing, who had already made a name for himself in Taiwan’s music scene at the time, frequently traveled back and forth between mainland China, Hong Kong, and Taiwan for performances. The miso soup that Chie Yasui prepared with her own hands made him feel…
World Cup final saw violent on-field fouls. FIFA launched a full probe per discipline rules. The conflict reminds all to never cross public rule bottom lines. Molina’s fist swept past Rodri’s shoulder; Paredes’s hand clamped around Eric García’s neck; and the dull thud of Gavi…
90yo veteran actor Niu Ben lost 66yo son Wang Kan, a diligent character actor. The pair stayed grounded, earned reputations via solid work, standing out in showbiz. When news broke that 90-year-old veteran actor Niu Ben had tragically lost his 66-year-old eldest son, many were…
Chinese homegrown brands bet on World Cup early, reaped solid overseas gains via quality products and prior accumulation, stressing solid foundation beats blind trend-chasing. The moment the final whistle blew, the Spanish team players gathered around the World Cup trophy, standing under the spotlights on…
Wei Minzhi, picked by Zhang Yimou for *Not One Less*, stayed true to herself: no hype, studied hard, went abroad, and now makes down-to-earth films for ordinary people. Forty years ago, Zhang Yimou traveled all over the Taihang Mountains to cast *Not One Less*. The…
In late spring 2026, Zou Shiming faces debt from failed sports projects, his kids lack Shanghai hukou to sign up for events, his prior 2018 hukou offer was rejected, and reapplication fails. The Boxing Champion Blocked at the Door by Workers Demanding Wages In late…
16-year-old Quan Hongchan squatted by the bed, wrapping her mom’s thin, bony hand completely in her own palm. Her mom’s hand was covered with tape and IV stickers, and her daughter’s knuckles turned white from gripping hard. Early in the morning on May 14, a…
Ma Long and Xu Xin teamed up again after five years and beat Xiang Peng and Huang Youzheng 3-0, taking the men’s doubles title at the 2026 National Table Tennis Championships. 11–4, 11–5, 11–9! Ma Long and Xu Xin won 3–0 in straight sets—they took…
On the screen was a face covered in wrinkles, with hair that was mostly white and a hunched back. If it weren’t for the familiar shadow in those eyes, who would recognize this as the “pure goddess” of that time? Gao Yuanyuan is playing an…
75岁 veteran Hong Kong film producer Shi Nansheng passed away on July 13. Ex-partner Tsui Hark returned to Hong Kong to see her off. Her estate goes to none of Tsui per her prior plan, sparking public discussion.
The amount wasn’t huge—nowhere near what top-tier celebrities earn. Yet this money was paid out continuously for 46 years, starting in the early 1980s, when she had just turned 30 and made “Shanghai Beach” a hit, and continuing until her seventies, when her temples had turned gray and she had long since faded from the public eye.
The trending topics suddenly exploded. It all started with a photo of a podium: a parrot standing on the podium holding a trophy, with Huo Siyan’s name clearly labeled next to it. Within a short time, discussions on the topic flooded social media platforms, with…
In 2001, during the construction of the Qinghai-Tibet Railway, lyricist Qu Yuan and composer Yin Qing composed the song right at the construction site. The temperature was extremely low at the time,their draft paper froze stiff, and the rough draft of a melody they had…
Footage of Yu Hewei lifting his third Magnolia Award trophy quickly went viral across the internet. Having built a steady career over the past thirty years, he has now won his third Best Actor award, with his wife Song Linjing—who has stood by his side for half his life—always by his side.
In June 2026, the court issued its final ruling: the rumors regarding the divorce of Luo Jin and Tang Yan, which had been circulating for nearly half a year, were all false. The rumor had previously spread widely online, and many brands that had collaborated…
