World Cup star Jude Bellingham drops his pants — and spikes Calvin Klein’s stock by 6%
Calvin Klein's stock shot up as Jude Bellingham's pants came down for the brand's provocative campaign.
· Faran Krentcil
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SoCal snags massive Princess Diana exhibit — including tragic never-seen ‘Final Goodbye’ dress, how to see it
The People's Princess is getting the royal treatment.
· Bianca Zalben
Miami hotels have had enough of bloody, messy BBL patients using rooms for recovery — and they’re taking drastic measures to keep clean
One traveler was stunned by a $600 incidental deposit at a Miami hotel, only to be told the hefty hold was apparently thanks to plastic surgery patients leaving behind bloody messes.
· Kyra Breslin
‘Barry Humphries pulled a funny face at me’: Laudie, 90, on 15 years working at David Jones
As the historic retailer faces collapse, former employees who devoted decades of their lives to David Jones reflect on what it means to them.
· Lauren Ironmonger
Gen Z, millennials say ‘morning debrief’ more exciting than previous night out: survey
Nearly three in four said debriefing an occasion with friends is a special bonding experience that can’t be replaced with a text or a phone call.
· SWNS
Inside 20 years of NYC’s edgiest comedy festival — and the quest to find the next Jerry Seinfeld
See 'SNL' stars — and help discover the next ones — at the 20th Anniversary of the New York Comedy Festival.
· Stuart Miller
Helicopter parents spending thousands for ‘Rent-A-Moms’ to cook, clean for helpless adult kids
Chicken soup? Check. Birthday balloons? Delivered. Laundry? Don't even think about it.
· Andrea Palladino
Popular children’s clothing chain headed for bankruptcy and closing all stores
Grab those onesies while you can — a popular children’s chain is rumored to be going bust.
· Aurielle Weiss
VMB Deer Placenta+ inks deal with 25th Miss Earth 2026 competition
V My Beauty Marketing Inc., through its premium wellness product VMB Deer Placenta+, has officially signed a sponsorship agreement with Miss Earth 2026, joining one of the world's major international beauty pageants.
· The Manila Times
‘Los Salvajes Bravos’ brings forgotten chapter of Philippine history to MMFF
A little-known chapter of Philippine history comes to the big screen as “Los Salvajes Bravos,” a historical drama about indigenous Filipinos brought to Spain and displayed as human exhibits during the 1887 Philippine Exposition, joins the official lineup of the 52nd Metro Manila Film Festival (MMFF).
· Iza Iglesias
McDonald’s rolls out low-cost ‘mix and match’ bundles — for a meal as low as $3.50
A new batch of budget-friendly value meals is hitting McDonald's menu.
· Andrea Palladino
What’s in cinemas this weekend
Moviegoers looking for something to watch this weekend have a varied lineup to choose from, with family dramas, fantasy adventures, romantic comedies, psychological thrillers and concert screenings among the latest offerings reviewed by the Movie and Television Review and Classification Board (MTRCB).
· The Manila Times
‘Wicker:’ A wonderfully weird, well-woven tale
‘Tis still the season for dark and magical little fairy tales, and “Wicker” is one that deserves our attention. It is whimsical, freaky, funny, sexy, romantic and oddly tender. It has social commentary and a little bit of horror too.
· Karen Kunawicz
GMANetwork.com Awards returns with bigger fan-driven celebration
Kapuso fans are once again getting the chance to choose their favorite stars and television programs as the GMANetwork.com Awards returns for its second year, following an inaugural edition that drew more than 250,000 votes and over 2 million website views in 2025.
· The Manila Times
Starbucks accused of ‘surveillance pricing’ as cost of coffee varies across NYC stores: ‘Loyalty rewarded with price gouging’
The Post did a deep dive on coffee prices across the five boroughs and found price discrepancies.
· Aurielle Weiss
Boy George sparks delight in Israel as rare international pop performer
TEL AVIV, Israel — When cheers erupted at a packed Tel Aviv stadium for Boy George, it was not only a sign of the 65-year-old singer's enduring fame. It was the sound of national delight at an international pop star willing to perform in an increasingly isolated Israel.
· Agence France-Presse
‘Breaking Bad’ star Dean Norris selling his California estate amid divorce, $1M bankruptcy filing
Bridget Norris, who wed the actor in 2001, quietly filed for divorce last year. The former couple share five children, two of whom are minors.
· Riley Cardoza
Diwali 2026: When and where to celebrate in the UAE | The National
From its origins and significance to traditions and festivities across the UAE, here's everything you need to know about one of Hinduism's most important occasions
· David Tusing
String duo Sol Gabetta and Patricia Kopatchinskaja impress in theatrical Hong Kong recital
Seldom is the idiom to show up “with bells on toes” taken literally, but that is exactly what Moldavian-Austrian-Swiss violinist Patricia Kopatchinskaja and Argentine cellist Sol Gabetta did at their recital at Hong Kong City Hall on November 2. Classical music boundaries have no place in the pair’s playbook, and th…
· Christopher Halls
Zuhair Murad brings couture glamour to Aldo with new capsule collection | The National
Lebanese designer teams up with Canadian brand on shoes, bags and accessories
· Sarah Maisey
Anthony Ippolito channels 'Rocky' aura to portray young Stallone
LOS ANGELES — When Anthony Ippolito learned Hollywood was planning a new 'Rocky'-related film, he rigged up a punching bag in his grandmother's basement and improvised his audition.
· Agence France-Presse
John Malkovich, a world-weary CIA man in 'Wild Horse Nine,' prefers life on the road
NEW YORK — In Martin McDonagh’s “Wild Horse Nine,” John Malkovich plays an itinerant CIA officer, Chris, weary from his travels. But Chris has got nothing on Malkovich's miles.
· Associated Press
Spain’s Asador Etxebarri tops The 50 Best Restaurants 2026, 2 Hong Kong spots in top 10
Spain’s Asador Etxebarri claimed the No 1 spot on The 50 Best Restaurants list at an awards ceremony held in Lima, Peru, on November 4. The restaurant has featured on the global edition of The 50 Best Restaurants list – formerly known as the World’s 50 Best Restaurants – for more than 15 years, hovering in the top f…
· Victoria Burrows
5 of the best things to do in Hong Kong this weekend, November 6-8
Those recovering from the Halloween weekend may need a relaxing day of meditation or curling up with a film. Others, however, might want to continue the fun with a full day of music and drinks. Regardless, there is something for everyone, whether it is a new market to visit or an exhibition to see. Here are five thi…
· Charmaine Yu
Korean traditions find new expressions at K-Lifestyle Platform Preview
Traditions meet contemporary sensibilities at the K-Lifestyle Platform Preview, where modern designs and ideas reinterpret traditional Korean culture. Organized by the Korea Craft and Design Foundation and hosted by the Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism, the exhibition brings together 69 traditional culture bu…
· Cha Min-jung
Unexpected White Flower Oil uses; how a Singaporean beat cancer: 7 Lifestyle highlights
We have selected seven Lifestyle stories from the past seven days that resonated with our readers. If you would like to see more of our reporting, please consider subscribing. 1. Cancer at 32, laid off at 50. How a Singaporean rebuilt his life after setbacks Edgar Tang was 32 and on holiday in London when a call fro…
· SCMP
Wicker hats, horse prints and a leather suit: The Oaks Day best dressed
The best fashion moments you need to see from this year’s Oaks Day.
· Gyan Yankovich
Kylie Minogue, Dom Dolla and more attend Chanel runway in Sydney
Celebrities, artists and socialites descended on Sydney’s Barangaroo for Chanel’s first runway show in Australia.
· Courtney Thompson
Dubai’s Tresind Studio is UAE's lone entry on world’s 50 best restaurants list | The National
Acclaimed Indian fine-dining restaurant is led by chef Himanshu Saini
· Evelyn Lau
Hong Kong Sinfonietta unlocks classical music’s ‘inner world’ using films
The Hong Kong Sinfonietta has spent decades trying to make classical music feel less like a members-only club. The orchestra’s CEO, Margaret Yang, says the belief that classical music concerts are exclusively formal affairs is outdated and restrictive. This is why she is taking classical music beyond the concert hal…
· Chloe Loung
Mainland Chinese fast-food chains are creeping into Hong Kong. But are they any good?
Earlier this year, mainland China’s biggest hotpot restaurant chain, Haidilao, made news by announcing it would enter the Western-style fast-food market with Fresh Burger, serving pizza, pasta, fried chicken and beef patties in buns. Industry observers predicted that chains such as McDonald’s, KFC and Jollibee might…
· Andrew Sun
Zack Tabudlo defends song inspired by PBB's Jeo, Gehlee
MANILA, Philippines — Singer-songwriter Zack Tabudlo has responded to accusations of clout-chasing after releasing a song inspired by the budding connection between “Pinoy Big Brother: Collab 3.0” housemates Jeo Ong and Gehlee Dangca.
· Iza Iglesias
Hollywood institution among more than a dozen California restaurants to make America’s top 100
California is home to more of America's best restaurants than any other state, according to a new nationwide ranking.
· Katie Jerkovich
California’s cost of living crisis laid bare in new national ranking — as state wins crown of shame
California seems to be the land of the disappearing dollar.
· Bianca Zalben
118 years of history: Inside Victoria’s newest over-50s community
Located less than an hour from Melbourne, GemLife New Gisborne will feature 247 energy-efficient homes designed to complement their natural surroundings.
· Jaymie Hooper
Harry and Meghan to make first public appearance since Thomas Markle allegations
Prince Harry and Meghan are set to make a joint public appearance next week in Brussels, their first since allegations against Thomas Markle emerged.
A former Ambassadors Clubhouse chef is really cooking at this thrilling Indian revamp
Passerine is a delicious, cozy counterpoint to the city's trendy, over-the-top Indian spots.
· Steve Cuozzo
Seize the day: Expert tips from the man behind top celeb events
The fella behind floral fauna fêtes.
· Christopher Cameron
Love it & leaf it: For colorful coupling, head to the Catskills in the fall
Looking for love outside the city this season? Leaf it to the pros.
· Perri Ormont Blumberg
Deep in the heart: Be rustic yet refined getting married in Texas Hill Country
Everything's bigger in Texas — including its vow venues.
· Erika Kurtz
Once upon a time: Everything old is new again in unique celebrations that look back
You could hoard vinyl records -- or, better yet, get classically married if you're super throw-back.
· Erika Kurtz
Midi range: Show a glimpse of stocking with a classy, shorter silhouette
Worship the golden calf in these classy dresses.
· Anne Chertoff
Hidden gem in Los Angeles named the best Indian restaurant in America
No Michelin stars for this trucker hangout — not yet, anyway.
· Bianca Zalben
Infuriated airport customer charged ‘employee and retention’ fee — at a self-checkout counter
The outrage erupted after an exasperated flyer posted a picture of his receipt from the Bryant Park Market inside JFK Airport’s Terminal 5 in Queens.
· Andrea Palladino
AI scammers target pet owners with fake pics and demands for ransom — or their fur baby dies
It's a different kind of cat-fishing.
· Ben Cost
Beanie Feldstein secretly welcomed first child with Bonnie Chance months ago as she opens up about postpartum health struggles
The actress and her wife walked down the aisle in New York in May 2023. The couple started dating in 2018 after meeting via Skype.
· Riley Cardoza
Diet Coke is the go-to zero calorie soda — but rival fizzy drink is climbing in popularity
A bitter rivalry is brewing across global office desks and pub tables, as Coke Zero Sugar threatens to dethrone Diet Coke as the nation’s favourite sugar-free fizz. For decades, Diet Coke has been a beloved staple of many people’s daily lives, from essential 3pm work pick-me-ups to a trusty low-calorie mixer on a Sa…
· News.com.au
Keeping quiet about your finances can put your dating life in danger: survey
The new survey of 2,000 Americans found that 59% admit to keeping some sort of financial secret.
· SWNS
Alfred Vargas calls for justice over dumped pet remains in Bulacan
MANILA, Philippines — Quezon City Councilor Alfred Vargas has joined the growing calls for justice following the discovery of dumped dog and cat remains in San Jose del Monte, Bulacan, expressing support for affected pet owners and urging authorities to hold those responsible accountable.
· The Manila Times
Buc-ee’s makes long-awaited debut in last Southern US state
This puts the now-iconic Buc-ee’s across Texas, Alabama, Arkansas, Florida, Kentucky, South Carolina, Tennessee, Missouri, Colorado, Mississippi, Virginia, Georgia and Ohio.
· Aurielle Weiss