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AsiaOne
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- AsiaOne
Ex-Mediacorp actress Le Yao makes introspective post after Ian Fang's conviction, Entertainment News
Former Mediacorp actress Le Yao has made an introspective post after Ian Fang was sentenced to jail for sexual offences against a minor. In an Instagram post today (May 20), the 42-year-old, also known as Zully Le, wrote that celebrity status is a "double-edged sword". "You want to enjoy the benefits from the limelight but don't set strict standards for yourself? You want to have social influence and make a lot of money, but don't obey the law and be a good citizen?" she added. "It's impossible to be so greedy as to 'have it all'." Le Yao wrote that she had recently read some local news that made her emotional. Though she did not mention Ian by name in her post, she later told 8World that it was because of his conviction. The 35-year-old former Mediacorp actor pleaded guilty to three charges of sexual penetration of a girl under 16. Three similar charges were taken into consideration for sentencing, along with one count of obstructing justice and one count of stalking. He received 40 months' jail on May 19, with his sentence expected to start in June. Ian was an acting teacher with a modelling school during the time of his offences, where he was teaching children aged four to 14. "Every adult is a role model and mentor for the younger generation. Children will look at things naively and believe in their teachers," Le Yao wrote. "Parents also teach them this way: Listen to teachers. "So as a practitioner in the education industry and a mother, I firmly resist people with bad morals entering the education industry. " Le Yao pursued a diploma in the Teaching Chinese Language course at Nanyang Technological University (NTU) in 2010 and currently teaches at a speech and drama centre. She added that people may firstly "not have the professional knowledge to teach" but secondly, if they have "bad conduct", they should avoid the industry to "not bring irreparable harm to the new generation of young people". [embed] Le Yao started her showbiz career with Mediacorp after placing as a finalist in Star Search 2001. Her acting credits include The Unbeatables III (2002), Holland V (2003), The Oath (2011) and My Friends from Afar (2017). This article has been edited for clarity. [[nid:717963]] drimac@
New Paper
5 days ago
- Entertainment
- New Paper
Singapore content creator Annette Lee to write and direct first feature film
Singaporean singer-songwriter, scriptwriter and social media personality Annette Lee will make her debut as a feature film director with the drama-comedy Dream Stall. The 32-year-old content creator is writing the screenplay and will work with entertainment company mm2 Entertainment to produce and distribute the movie. Principal photography is expected to start later in 2025. The production is holding a casting call for actors fitting four categories: female, aged between 23 and 28; male, aged 23 to 28; female, aged 10 to 12; and male, aged 15 to 16. Some acting experience is preferred and responses must come in by June 18. More information about the casting call can be found on Lee's Instagram page (@annettelee), which has 245,000 followers. Dream Stall, which will be in Mandarin and English, is about a fresh university graduate named Enya (played by Lee) who takes over her father's bak kut teh hawker business. He disapproves of her decision, but she is determined to fulfil her dream of becoming a chef. In a press statement, Lee says: "I want to explore a story that delves into the modern Singaporean dream and examines what it truly means to achieve success in a highly pragmatic society like Singapore." The popular influencer and comedienne, who studied digital film-making at Nanyang Technological University, graduated in 2015. Her short films Graduation (2014) and Keep Mum (2015) have earned awards and nominations, including at the Singapore Short Film Awards and National Youth Film Awards. In 2016, she joined home-grown social media platform SGAG, becoming a pioneer in its video team, creating sketches and web series for brands. She went independent in 2020 and now writes, directs and acts in her own videos. Lee released her debut EP, All Our Achilles Heels, in 2017, and followed up with a second EP, Song For The Underdog, in 2020. She held her first major live show, Annette Lee: All-In-One, at the Esplanade Theatre in 2022, featuring her comedy and music. Mr Gary Goh, managing director of mm2 Entertainment Singapore, says the company "is deeply committed to nurturing the next generation of storytellers, primarily through our Y2Y (Youth to Youth) programme". "Dream Stall exemplifies our belief in empowering young voices to share their unique perspectives and lived experiences. Annette's journey from content creator to feature film director is a powerful inspiration for aspiring film-makers across Singapore and the region. We hope her courage to tell an authentic story will encourage more young talents to pursue their dreams and contribute to our local film industry."
Yahoo
6 days ago
- Business
- Yahoo
Deutsche Bank and finaXai team up on tokenised funds servicing
Deutsche Bank has partnered with Singapore-based AI company finaXai to for AI-powered tokenised funds servicing. The partnership is a component of Project DAMA 2, a trial programme focused on 'revolutionising' the creation, dissemination, and management of tokenised funds across various blockchain platforms. The project seeks to build a unified, interoperable platform for asset managers. In this venture, Deutsche Bank is also working with Memento Blockchain and Interop Labs to develop an open-architecture platform. FinaXai, co-founded by researchers from Nanyang Technological University, Singapore and the National University of Singapore, is part of the Fincubator programme at the Asian Institute of Digital Finance. The programme supports fintech startups focused on deep technology and digital finance innovation. Deutsche Bank and finaXai's collaboration will explore integrating machine learning and large language models into asset servicing workflows. The aim is to leverage explainable AI to assist asset managers in planning and executing fund lifecycle activities with enhanced speed, transparency, and precision. Deutsche Bank head of securities services APAC & MEA and global head of sales Anand Rengarajan said: 'Through this collaboration, we unify leading research-backed solutions with industry applications to reduce complexity and boost AI's explainability and integration with DLT. 'With this work, we seek to better understand and anticipate our asset manager clients' needs as they explore the future of tokenisation.' finaXai co-founder Erik Cambria said: 'This collaboration bridges academic research with real-world applications and explores how explainable AI can converge with tokenisation to streamline processes and enhance the accessibility, adoption, and management of digital assets. 'Ultimately, this initiative lays the groundwork for synergies between trustworthy AI and asset managers, enabling faster, more precise planning and execution of digital asset and fund lifecycle activities.' Cambria is also a professor at the College of Computing and Data Science, Nanyang Technological University. Recently, Deutsche Bank obtained a financial services licence from the Financial Services Regulatory Authority in the Abu Dhabi Global Market. This licence allows the German bank to conduct various regulated activities, including arranging deals in investments and advising on investments or credit. "Deutsche Bank and finaXai team up on tokenised funds servicing " was originally created and published by Private Banker International, a GlobalData owned brand. The information on this site has been included in good faith for general informational purposes only. It is not intended to amount to advice on which you should rely, and we give no representation, warranty or guarantee, whether express or implied as to its accuracy or completeness. You must obtain professional or specialist advice before taking, or refraining from, any action on the basis of the content on our site. Error in retrieving data Sign in to access your portfolio Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data
Straits Times
6 days ago
- Entertainment
- Straits Times
Annette Lee makes directorial debut with Dream Stall, Singapore film casting call open
Social media personality Annette Lee writes, directs and acts in her own videos. PHOTO: ANNETTE LEE/INSTAGRAM SINGAPORE – Singaporean singer-songwriter, scriptwriter and social media personality Annette Lee will make her debut as a feature film director in the drama-comedy Dream Stall. The 32-year-old content creator is writing the screenplay and will work with entertainment company mm2 Entertainment to produce and distribute the movie. Principal photography is expected to start later in 2025. The production is holding a casting call for actors fitting four categories: adult female, aged between 23 and 28; adult male, aged 23 to 28; young female, aged 10 to 12; and young male, aged 15 to 16. Some acting experience is preferred and responses must come in by June 18. More information about the casting call can be found on Lee's Instagram page (@annettelee). Dream Stall, which will be mostly in Mandarin with some English, is about a fresh university graduate named Enya (played by Lee) who takes over her father's bak kut teh hawker business. He disapproves of her decision, but she is determined to fulfil her dream of becoming a chef. In a press statement, Lee says: 'I want to explore a story that delves into the modern Singaporean dream and examines what it truly means to achieve success in a highly pragmatic society like Singapore.' The popular influencer and comedienne, who studied digital film-making at Nanyang Technological University, graduated in 2015. Her short films Graduation (2014) and Keep Mum (2015) have earned awards and nominations, including at the Singapore Short Film Awards and National Youth Film Awards. In 2016, she joined home-grown social media platform SGAG, becoming a pioneer on its video team, creating sketches and web series for brands. She became independent in 2020 and now writes, directs and acts in her own videos. Lee released her debut EP, All Our Achilles Heels, in 2017, and followed up with a second EP, Song For The Underdog, in 2020. She held her first major live show, Annette Lee: All-in-One, at the Esplanade Theatre in 2022, featuring her comedy and music. Mr Gary Goh, managing director of mm2 Entertainment Singapore, says the company 'is deeply committed to nurturing the next generation of storytellers, primarily through our Y2Y (Youth to Youth) programme'. 'Dream Stall exemplifies our belief in empowering young voices to share their unique perspectives and lived experiences. Annette's journey from content creator to feature film director is a powerful inspiration for aspiring film-makers across Singapore and the region. We hope her courage to tell an authentic story will encourage more young talents to pursue their dreams and contribute to our local film industry.' Join ST's Telegram channel and get the latest breaking news delivered to you.
NDTV
7 days ago
- NDTV
Planning To Study In Singapore? Here's What You Need To Know
Singapore is becoming a popular choice for Indian students due to its quality education and safe environment. The country offers a mix of academic excellence, cultural diversity, and career opportunities, making it an attractive destination for those looking to study abroad From world-class universities to research opportunities, career prospects, and a great quality of life, Singapore has something to offer for students from diverse backgrounds and interests. If you're considering studying in Singapore, here's a simple guide to help you get started - from top universities to important planning tips. Top Universities in Singapore (as per QS World Rankings 2025) 1. National University of Singapore (NUS) 2. Nanyang Technological University (NTU) 3. Singapore University of Technology and Design (SUTD) 4. Singapore Management University (SMU) These universities are globally recognised and offer courses aligned with industry needs. Key Things to Consider When Planning to Study Abroad in Singapore Choose the Right Course and University Only apply through official university websites (usually ending in .sg for Singapore). Make sure the university and course are recognized and suited to your career goals. Also, check if the course requires English or any other language proficiency. Understand the Application Process Review admission requirements carefully - including eligibility, deadlines, and language skills. Some universities have separate deadlines for scholarships. Also, check refund policies before applying. Explore Scholarships Singapore offers several scholarships to international students. Look for options that cover tuition, accommodation, and living expenses. Keep in mind that some scholarships can't be combined. Take an English Proficiency Test For most courses, you'll need IELTS or TOEFL scores. These tests assess your ability to read, write, speak, and understand English. Each university has its own minimum score requirement. Get Your Visa Documents Ready Start your visa process early. You'll need documents like your admission letter, proof of funds, health insurance, and passport. Make sure everything is valid for your full stay. Plan Your Accommodation Check if your university offers student housing or look for nearby rentals. Consider the cost of living and how far the accommodation is from your campus. Book Travel in Advance Reserve your flight tickets early to save money. Decide whether to buy a one-way or round-trip ticket based on your plans. Stay Safe and Informed Register with the Indian Embassy in Singapore. Learn about local rules, transport, healthcare, and part-time job regulations. Get Medical Insurance Most students need health insurance for visa approval. Make sure your plan covers emergency care, hospital visits, and evacuation if needed. Budget Smartly Plan your finances ahead of time. Use trusted currency exchange services, and consider using debit or credit cards. Research the average cost of living in Singapore to manage your monthly expenses.
