Middle School Music (AY 26/27)

How Hong Kong’s 91-year-old Haw Par Mansion will transform into new cultural hub

Perched above the streets of Tai Hang, the 91-year-old Haw Par Mansion has stood as a watchman to Hong Kong’s evolving history. The mansion and its front garden are the only remaining sections of what was once a…

After controversy in KL, Sarawak rep says Sibu should host ‘Rain Rave’ festivals instead

SIBU, May 3 — Bawang Assan assemblyman Datuk Sri Wong Soon Koh has proposed that Sibu host an annual water music festival, saying the district is ready to embrace such initiatives amid controversy surrounding a similar…

Police impose travel ban on Japanese K-pop trainee over alleged fraud

Seoul Yeongdeungpo Police Station recently banned the trainee from leaving Korea after the group's management agency had filed a complaint over his having previously signed with another company. According to police and…

Viral clip captures moments when bystanders subdue armed woman at Rain Rave Music Festival in KL (VIDEO)

KUALA LUMPUR, May 3 — A 28-year-old woman armed with a knife was arrested on the final night of the Rain Rave Water Music Festival in Bukit Bintang yesterday, with a viral video showing members of the public bravely…

Will you watch Power Ballad, John Carney's latest tribute to music in Dublin?

Power Ballad stars US actors Paul Rudd and Nick Jonas.

Rain Rave festival debate should not be framed in extremes, says Johor DAP vice-chairman

KUCHING, May 2 — The debate over the Rain Rave Water Music Festival 2026 should not be reduced to extreme positions and must instead be approached rationally, balancing values, freedom and economic considerations,…

Apple forecast tops estimates even as Mac shortages linger

Apple Inc delivered a surprisingly strong revenue forecast for the third quarter, even as it warned that memory-chip costs will increase and that shortages of Mac computers will persist for “several months.” Sales will…

KL must stay open and modern, not be held back by ‘reckless narratives’, says Kepong MP on Rain Rave festival

KUALA LUMPUR, May 2 — The Rain Rave Water Music Festival 2026 is a lawful and well-organised event that has generated real economic activity for local traders, workers and businesses, said Kepong MP Lim Lip Eng. In a…

Songkran is cultural heritage, not water festival entertainment, says Malaysian Siam Association amid growing confusion

KUALA LUMPUR, May 1 — Persatuan Siam Malaysia (PSM) president Sam Maark Suvanphet yesterday said that there is confusion between the Songkran celebration and water-based entertainment events such as water festivals or…

Yeo Bee Yin backs Rain Rave festival, says ‘moral policing’ hurts tourism push

KUALA LUMPUR, May 2 — Former minister Yeo Bee Yin has defended the Rain Rave Water Music Festival (RRWMF) amid ongoing backlash, saying critics should not overreact and warned that excessive “moral policing” could harm…

Takaichi's musical diplomacy with Indonesia shows fresh bid for Asia partners

Chicago Public Schools marks May Day after tense debate over canceling school

Sign up for Chalkbeat Chicago’s free daily newsletter to keep up with the latest news on Chicago Public Schools. For all the intense debate and controversy over May Day in Chicago Public Schools this year, the start of…

Faculty and Staff Briefs: April 2026

Florida State University’s distinguished faculty are central to the mission of the university. Faculty excellence in scholarship, research, and creative activity is critical to the quality of student learning and makes…

La Justicia frenó la realización de eventos privados en las Cataratas del Iguazú

POSADAS.- La Cámara Federal de Posadas dictó esta semana un amparo que frenó la realización de eventos privados de hasta 60 personas en el Parque Nacional Iguazú, en respuesta a una presentación de una asociación…

How Iranian monarchists have targeted anti-war activists

How Iranian monarchists have targeted anti-war activists Submitted by Amara Sophia Elahi on Fri, 05/01/2026 - 14:47 Supporters of Reza Pahlavi, son of the last shah, have gone to extraordinary lengths to silence their…

ICSE Class 10 Results: Shimla’s identical twins score near-identical marks get over 99% each

Identical twin sisters Avisha and Sirisha Syal from Shimla have achieved top positions in the ICSE class 10 board examinations. They scored 99.4 percent and 99.2 percent respectively. The sisters attributed their…

Unseen Peter Shaffer play revealed at Trinity

Trinity College is celebrating the centenary of the birth of twin brothers Peter Shaffer (1926-2016) and Anthony Shaffer (1926-2001) who both studied at Trinity and went on to become award-winning playwrights. Peter…

Entertainment events must respect values and religious sensitivities, says Umno president

KUALA LUMPUR, May 1 — All programmes, including entertainment events, must be organised with due regard for values, decorum, religious sensitivities and local societal norms, Umno president Datuk Seri Ahmad Zahid Hamidi…

Punjab govt announces new set of rules for kite-flying for next year's Basant celebrations

LAHORE: The Punjab government on Friday announced a new set of rules and regulations for kite-flying during next year’s Basant festival . After nearly two decades, a three-day Basant festival was celebrated in Lahore in…

DPCSD: Savings from mayor’s free student bus passes could fund after-school programs at three sites

Sign up for Chalkbeat Detroit’s free newsletter to keep up with the city’s public school system and Michigan education policy. Mayor Mary Sheffield wants the Detroit Public Schools Community District to use the money it…