Radio Pakistan launches special flood relief services
Radio Pakistan has launched special services to help people affected by the floods that have devastated the country.
Jeff Tan wins Mediacorp’s Star Voice contest
Jeff Tan has won The Star Voice, a six-week-long talent contest run by Singapore’s Mediacorp.
Australia’s SBS on the hunt for new podcast ideas
Public broadcaster SBS is calling out to Australian podcasters to submit ideas showcasing originality and diverse storytelling, as it looks to build on its podcast offering providing news, information and entertainment in more than 60 languages.
Sri Lanka’s SLBC backs solar power project
Sri Lanka’s public radio broadcaster SLBC says it has taken measures to provide a helping hand to promote renewable energy projects.
VOV-Vietnam and Thailand’s PRD to strengthen ties
Vietnam’s public radio broadcaster, VOV, and the Public Relations Department (PRD) of Thailand have agreed on measures to step up cooperation, the Vietnam News Agency reports.
Malaysia’s RTM airs documentary series on sporting greats
Malaysia’s national broadcaster RTM is airing a special documentary series on the country’s former sports champions to mark the 65th Independence Day on 31 August.
Andrea Teo, Singapore’s ‘Queen of Comedy’, passes away
Andrea Teo, the creative mind behind some of Singapore’s most beloved television sitcoms, died of cancer on 25 August at the age of 56, CNA reports.
Wael Jassar – Famed Lebanese star
Wael Jassar has been very known in the Arab world since 2001. In 2020, he was chosen by the Arab-European Center for Human Rights and International Law to be the ambassador of peace and goodwill in recognition of his humanitarian, social and artistic efforts. Song list: 1.
Piano Sonata No.32 by Tao Chang
Tao Chang was the first Asian to win the Vianna da Motta International Piano Competition and J. N. Hummel International Piano Competition. He has performed numerous solo and chamber recitals in Asia, Europe and the United States. Photo: rthk.hk/radio/radio4/programme/beethoven32
Chinese variety show format exported to Europe and US
‘Singing with Legends’, a variety show from Shanghai Media Group, will soon have foreign versions in Europe and the US.