Sophia Cheung death: Hong Kong influencer dies after falling while taking photo at edge of waterfall

Thai masseuse tells her side of story after singer’s death linked to ‘neck-twisting’ massage

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Death of singer, 20, sparks warnings against ‘neck-twisting’ massages in Thailand

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Death of singer, 20, sparks warnings against ‘neck-twisting’ massages in Thailand

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3 weeks ago

Taiwan romance novelist Chiung Yao dies in apparent suicide

New Indian Express

Taipei, Taiwan: Taiwanese writer Chiung Yao, whose romance novels were wildly popular in the Chinese-speaking world, has died, authorities said Wednesday. The body of Chiung Yao, which was the pen name used by Chen Che, was found at her home in New Taipei City, the local fire department told AFP. "In the drawers of every literary young girl in 1950s, …

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3 weeks ago

Russian tourist reportedly died whilst doing yoga at a Thailand viewpoint

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24-year-old Russian actress Kamilla Belyatskaya’s final moment before being swept to death caught on cam

Hindustan Times

In a tragic incident, an aspiring actress from Russia lost her life while performing yoga at a popular tourist spot. The tragic incident: According to local publication Khaosod English, the police reviewed CCTV footage and determined that she arrived at the location in a red car. “Kamilla Belyatskaya, 24, was swept away from the spot on Koh Sumui just moments …

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3 weeks, 1 day ago

Russian tourist swept to her death by massive wave at Thai island viewpoint

CNN

Bangkok, Thailand CNN — A Russian tourist has died in Thailand after a huge wave swept her off a rock at a popular cliffside viewpoint, according to authorities in the Southeast Asian country. Kamilla Belyatskaya, 24, was last seen by witnesses Friday as she sat on a yoga mat at the coastal beauty spot, before she was engulfed by the …

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3 weeks, 1 day ago

Pictured: 'Beautiful' woman in her 20s who died at Belfast nightclub - as 'her pal' remains in hospital fighting for her life

Daily Mail

Tributes have poured in for a 'beautiful' young woman who died suddenly at a nightclub in Belfast over the weekend. The beauty technician, who has been named locally as Chloe Ferris, tragically died in the early hours of Sunday after an incident at Lux nightclub. Chloe Ferris tragically died in the early hours of Sunday after an incident at Lux …

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3 weeks, 6 days ago

Chinese acrobat who lost his wife in terrifying on-stage fall seriously injured in second performance incident

CNN

Hong Kong CNN — A Chinese acrobat who lost his wife and performance partner to a terrifying fall on stage last year was seriously injured in another show this week, state media reported. Zhang’s late wife, surnamed Sun, fell to her death during an aerial silks performance with her husband in a village in Anhui province in April last year, …

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4 weeks ago

Father of missing Maui woman Hannah Kobayashi died ‘of a broken heart,’ says family

The Independent

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4 weeks ago

Harrowing final post of 28-year-old beauty influencer swept to her death in flash flood: ‘I’m going to…'

Hindustan Times

A harrowing incident of a beauty influencer being swept to her death in a flash flood was captured on camera. Beauty influencer Jeniffer Soares Martins who was swept to her death in a flood in Brazil. Reportedly, moments before the flood, she took to social media to share a video of her captioned, “I'm going to be young again.” Dailymail …

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4 weeks, 1 day ago

Father of missing Maui woman Hannah Kobayashi found dead in LA as search continues

The Independent

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1 month ago

Missing British tourist, 37, found dead in Thai storm drain

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1 month, 2 weeks ago

Tragic life of the migrant maid 'lover murdered' by British businessman in Hong Kong: Fury at fate of Indonesian mum who toiled to send a pittance home

Daily Mail

The migrant maid who was allegedly murdered by her British businessman lover in Hong Kong toiled away to send a pittance to her family in Indonesia, who she was due to see shortly before her death. Married entrepreneur Jamie Chapman, 34, is in custody in Hong Kong accused of killing his alleged lover Mevi Novitasari, 25, after a night-time assignation …

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1 month, 3 weeks ago

British man charged with murder of housekeeper found floating under waterfall in Hong Kong

The Telegraph

A British businessman has been charged with murder in Hong Kong after an Indonesian housekeeper was found dead at the bottom of a waterfall. According to police, he went to Waterfall Bay Park in Pok Fu Lam with the victim late on Sunday evening, but was seen 40 minutes later getting into a taxi alone. He then immediately left Hong …

Hong Kong Left Hong

1 month, 3 weeks ago

Couple arrested after woman found dead near waterfall in Hong Kong

The Independent

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3 months ago

Investigation of suspicious death of Changsha woman ongoing

China Daily

The 58-year-old woman who has been murdered in Changsha, Hunan province on Saturday has no prior connection with the two suspects, who also died, according to local police. The victim is surnamed Liu and lives in Changsha, while the two suspects, both surnamed Jiang and in their 30s are from Pingjiang county, Hunan, the police said. The two suspects went …

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4 months, 2 weeks ago

Former YouTube CEO Susan Wojcicki dies after cancer battle, Sundar Pichai leads tributes: 'Unbelievably saddened’

Hindustan Times

Former YouTube CEO Susan Wojcicki died after her battle with cancer. Sundar Pichai paid his tribute to former YouTube CEO Susan Wojcicki on X. Susan Wojcicki’s husband, Dennis Troper, broke the news of her demise with a Facebook post. People took to X to express their respect for Susan Wojcicki, and many wrote, “RIP.” One individual wrote, “Oh wow, what …

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4 months, 2 weeks ago

Former YouTube CEO Susan Wojcicki dies after cancer battle, Sundar Pichai leads tributes: 'Unbelievably saddened’

Hindustan Times

Former YouTube CEO Susan Wojcicki died after her battle with cancer. Sundar Pichai paid his tribute to former YouTube CEO Susan Wojcicki on X. Susan Wojcicki’s husband, Dennis Troper, broke the news of her demise with a Facebook post. People took to X to express their respect for Susan Wojcicki, and many wrote, “RIP.” One individual wrote, “Oh wow, what …

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4 months, 2 weeks ago

Pune selfie: Woman falls into 100-feet gorge while taking selfie, rescued

Hindustan Times

A 29-year-old woman was rescued after she accidentally fell into a gorge while taking a selfie in Satara district, police officials said on Sunday. The woman was visiting Borne Ghat in Satara with friends from Pune when she fell into a 100-foot gorge near the Thoseghar waterfalls on Saturday. Joint rescue efforts by a Home Guard and fellow mountaineers brought …

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5 months, 1 week ago

Chinese tourist rescued 36 hours after being swept out to sea while swimming in Japan

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5 months, 2 weeks ago

How Malaysian TikTok influencer’s death has shed light on cyberbullying

Firstpost

Rajeswary Appahu, who went by Esha on social media, allegedly died by suicide on July 5. I can’t understand why this happened.’’ According to a CNA report, the social media influencer had filed a police report at the Dang Wangi police station in Kuala Lumpur a day before her demise. Cabinet to discuss cyberbullying Malaysia’s communications minister Fahmi Fadzil has …

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5 months, 3 weeks ago

In a group of over 100 hikers, she vanished and died. What happened to Diem Le Nguyen?

LA Times

Diem Le Nguyen, 50, went missing during a group hike on Black Mountain in San Diego County. Diem Le Nguyen smiled and posed next to the Black Mountain peak elevation sign in San Diego County, holding up a peace sign, her hat and sunglasses shielding her from the morning sun. “We knew that she made it to the top with …

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6 months ago

Beauty influencer, 36, dies after suffering heart attack on yacht holiday in Malta

Hindustan Times

A Tunisian beauty influencer died following a suspected heart attack while onboard a yacht during her holiday in Malta. In the previous post from Italy, she wrote, “I can spend my life eating spaghetti alle vongole o al pomodoro, drinking prosecco, wearing Prada and singing Eros Ramazzoti's songs.” Take a look at her last Instagram post: Friends, fans shocked at …

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6 months, 1 week ago

Kerala student and social media influencer dies by suicide following cyber attack

New Indian Express

THIRUVANANTHAPURAM: A plus two student, who's a social media influencer, allegedly died by suicide following cyber attack. Aditya, 18, resident of Thrikkannapuram in the state capital attempted suicide on June 10 and was under treatment at Thiruvananthapuram Medical College, where she eventually died on Monday night. It's suspected that the cyber attacks led to the student taking the extreme step. …

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6 months, 2 weeks ago

Silence and heavy security in China and Hong Kong mark 35th anniversary of the Tiananmen crackdown

Associated Press

BEIJING — Beijing’s Tiananmen Square had checkpoints and police vehicles Tuesday as China tried to silence the 35th anniversary of a bloody crackdown on pro-democracy protests. Asked about Western government statements on the anniversary, she added, “We are firmly opposed to anyone using this as a pretext to attack and smear China and interfere in China’s internal affairs.” Tiananmen Mothers, …

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6 months, 3 weeks ago

Luxury influencers vanish from Chinese social media in wealth crackdown

The Hindu

Chinese social media censors have blocked multiple influencers known for showing off their lavish lifestyles after an official campaign to curb displays of ostentatious wealth online was announced. An error message displayed on the Chinese version of TikTok said Mr. Wang’s account had been blocked “due to violations of Douyin’s community guidelines”. China’s Internet watchdog in April launched the “Clear …

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7 months, 2 weeks ago

Chinese woman pushed off cliff by husband when pregnant returns to the scene after 5 years

Hindustan Times

A Chinese woman returned to Thailand to thank her rescuers who saved her five years ago. A Chinese woman returned to Pha Taem National Park in Thailand, where her husband tried to kill her five years ago. The woman, who uses the alias Wang Nuannuan on the Chinese social media platform, Douyin, shared that she was pushed from a 34-metre-high …

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7 months, 3 weeks ago

Family seeks answers after 28yo woman dies by suicide in Sydney's Liverpool Hospital

ABC

In short: The family of 28-year-old Florence Le, who took her own life inside Sydney's Liverpool Hospital, have called for answers after the death of the young mother and accomplished pianist. The family of 28-year-old Florence Le, who took her own life inside Sydney's Liverpool Hospital, have called for answers after the death of the young mother and accomplished pianist. …

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8 months, 2 weeks ago

Famed Taiwan author, 100, dies

China Daily

Author and scholar Chi Pang-yuan, who passed away on March 28. ZHANG LIXIN/XINHUA Chi Pang-yuan, a renowned scholar and author of The Great Flowing River: A Memoir of China, from Manchuria to Taiwan, died on March 28. She is a song of righteousness," Taiwan writer and literary critic Kenneth Pai said while discussing Chi's life. The other follows Chi's life, …

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9 months, 2 weeks ago

Porn star Sophia Leone dies at 26, homicide probe underway

Op India

Porn star Sophia Leone passed away at the age of 26 in the United States, earlier this month, as confirmed by the deceased’s family. Fourth reported death in the porn industry in a short span Sophia Leone’s demise is the fourth reported incident of death in the porn industry in the past three months. They kill you when you speak …

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9 months, 2 weeks ago

Adult film star Sophia Leone dead at 26, found unresponsive; fourth industry death in three months

Hindustan Times

Adult film star Sophia Leone was found dead in her apartment a week ago. Adult film star Sophia Leone dead at 26, Adult film star Sophia Leone passed away at age 26 Last week Sophia who hails from Miami was seen active on her social media platforms where she uploaded few posts. Fourth adult film star death in three months …

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9 months, 3 weeks ago

Woman falls to death near waterfall at Gold Coast's Lamington National Park

ABC

A woman has died after taking photographs of a waterfall during a hike with friends in the Gold Coast Hinterland. Emergency services were called to Yanbacoochie Falls in the Lamington National Park at 12:30pm on Saturday following reports a woman had fallen. A Queensland Police Service spokesperson said the woman — aged in her 20s — was with her friends …

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10 months ago

K-pop producer ‘Shinsadong Tiger’ found dead at his studio

The Independent

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10 months ago

Shaoxing mourns loss of Hong Kong benefactor

China Daily

Zhang Jie, based in Hong Kong, remains connected to Shaoxing, Zhejiang province. The community grappled with the loss of Zhang Jie, a well-known philanthropist from Hong Kong, who passed away suddenly at the age of 95 due to a heart attack. Though Zhang lived quietly among mainland entrepreneurs in Hong Kong, his impact reverberated deeply in his hometown of Shangyu. …

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10 months, 1 week ago

Swansea backpacker, 24, dies after falling into lake while kayaking in Thailand

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11 months ago

Lulu Wang on representation in Nicole Kidman’s Expats: ‘Some might be disappointed’

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11 months ago

Influencer in China faces criminal probe after faking pregnancy to find a 'rich' husband and increase followers

Firstpost

In an attempt to increase her social media following, a 32-year-old online influencer, known as Chenxiaosi on Douyin, falsely claimed to be five months pregnant and sought a husband at a matchmaking event in southwestern China’s Sichuan province. Sporting a fake baby bump, she joined a local matchmaking corner, holding a paper detailing her personal information and criteria for a …

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1 year ago

Hong Kong journalist reported missing after trip to China

Al Jazeera

Taipei, Taiwan – A reporter with Hong Kong’s South China Morning Post has gone missing in China after a work trip, a Japanese news outlet has reported, raising fears that she has been detained by Chinese authorities. The South China Morning Post, which is owned by Chinese tech giant Alibaba, told Al Jazeera that Chan is on personal leave. “The …

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1 year, 2 months ago

Capturing memories made easier with travel photogs

China Daily

Shi Xinqi, Rui Changchang, and Fang Lingling have captured countless moments for their clients over the years. Now with the help of social media platforms like Xiaohongshu, you can easily find a "travel-along photographer" and take this worry off your list. "With social media platforms, every photographer can advertise for themselves and be seen," said Shi Xinqi, a 22-year-old part-time …

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1 year, 2 months ago

Capturing memories made easier with travel photogs

China Daily

Shi Xinqi, Rui Changchang, and Fang Lingling have captured countless moments for their clients over the years. Now with the help of social media platforms like Xiaohongshu, you can easily find a "travel-along photographer" and take this worry off your list. "With social media platforms, every photographer can advertise for themselves and be seen," said Shi Xinqi, a 22-year-old part-time …

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1 year, 3 months ago

Chinese dissident in transit at Taiwan airport pleads for help in seeking asylum

LA Times

A Chinese dissident known for posting pictures on social media commemorating the 1989 Tiananmen Square crackdown said Friday that he had fled to Taiwan and pleaded for help seeking asylum in the United States or Canada. In a video that appeared to be self-shot and posted on X, formerly known as Twitter, Cheng Siming said he was in the transit …

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1 year, 3 months ago

2 dead in Hong Kong amid extreme rain and flash floods that also struck southern China

Associated Press

HONG KONG — Heavy rain in Hong Kong and southern China overnight flooded city streets and some subway stations, with hundreds evacuated and two deaths reported in Hong Kong. Hong Kong authorities said during a joint news conference Friday that the extreme weather was expected to last until at least midnight, with widespread flooding and heavy disruptions to public transport …

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1 year, 3 months ago

Hong Kong flooded by heaviest rainfall in 140 years

The Hindu

Hong Kong was flooded by the heaviest rainfall in nearly 140 years on Friday, leaving the city’s streets and some subway stations under water and forcing its schools to close. Hong Kong was hit by a sudden deluge of heavy rainfall, resulting in widespread flooding that transformed streets into rivers and submerged dozens of vehicles https://t.co/FggsMg1pYtpic.twitter.com/TsJ5Lj6lm1 — Reuters September 8, …

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1 year, 4 months ago

Big Update: Lil Tay is alive, report quotes her as saying ‘My Instagram account was compromised’

Hindustan Times

24 hours after an Instagram post on her account announced her unfortunate demise, report now claims Lil Tay is alive. Lil Tay In a statement provided to TMZ from Tay's family, she confirmed, "I want to make it clear that my brother and I are safe and alive, but I’m completely heartbroken, and struggling to even find the right words …

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1 year, 4 months ago

Singer Coco Lee mourned by fans and family at Hong Kong funeral

Associated Press

HONG KONG — Singer and songwriter Coco Lee was being mourned by family and friends at a private ceremony Tuesday, a day after fans paid their respects at a public memorial for the Hong Kong-born entertainer who had international success. She always tried to improve and she inspired women to feel independent.” Inside the funeral hall, three pink hearts made …

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1 year, 4 months ago

Daredevil’s tragic final Instagram posts before plunging 68 floors to his death

The Independent

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1 year, 4 months ago

Remi Lucidi death: French daredevil known for skyscraper climbs plummets to death from 68th floor

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1 year, 4 months ago

Fans pay tribute to Coco Lee, Hong Kong singer who had international success

Associated Press

HONG KONG — Fans of singer and songwriter Coco Lee, who was known for her powerful voice and live performances, gathered with flowers to pay their respects to their idol at her funeral in Hong Kong on Monday. Fans of singer and songwriter Coco Lee - who was known for her powerful voice and live performances - gathered with flowers …

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1 year, 5 months ago

South Korean actor and singer Chung Lim passes away at 37

India TV News

Singer and actor Chung Lim has passed away at the age of 37. According to the report, Chung Lim passed away after battling colon cancer for a long period of time. Chung Lim was born in 1987, and pursued his passion for Korean dance, majoring in it at the Korea National University of Arts. His innocent and endearing image had …

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