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The Star
14 hours ago
- Entertainment
- The Star
Siti Nurhaliza to debut new song at Singapore concert
Singaporean fans of Siti Nurhaliza are in for a treat, as the Malaysian pop queen will debut a new song at her Singapore Indoor Stadium concert on July 26. 'Singapore has always been special,' she tells The Straits Times in a Zoom interview conducted in Malay from her office in Kuala Lumpur on June 16. 'If you look back at my past concerts there, I've always had some exclusive performances. So, yes, I have a new song. It hasn't been released yet, and I plan to debut it exclusively at the concert.' The 46-year-old declines to reveal its title, but teases it is a ballad. The upcoming gig comes two decades after she last performed at the Singapore Indoor Stadium. She has staged concerts here multiple times, including two nights at The Star Theatre in June 2024, as well as a show with Canadian songwriter and producer David Foster, also at The Star Theatre, in 2023. The Singapore Indoor Stadium, which can accommodate up to 12,000 people, is larger than her usual Singapore venues, so fans can expect 'a big sound', says the singer behind pop hits such as Aku Cinta Padamu, Purnama Merindu and Bukan Cinta Biasa. '(The place) holds so many memories for me. It's a huge venue and that makes the responsibility even bigger. We're bringing a mini orchestra to deliver a more powerful sound. 'I'm thankful to return to Singapore for this concert. I promise fans a performance they will never forget. This time, I'll sing songs I rarely perform, and some that have never been performed live.' One of Malaysia's most decorated musicians, the Pahang-born music star was awarded the Biduanita Negara accolade in November 2024. She is the third artiste to receive the title, after late Malay singing icons Saloma and Sharifah Aini. She also holds the title of Datuk Seri in Malaysia. Siti made her debut after winning a national singing contest by television station Radio Televisyen Malaysia in 1995. The upcoming concert is part of a series of events, including an exhibition at shopping centre Pavilion Kuala Lumpur, that kicked off in March to celebrate her three decades in music. She is still one of the top singers in Malaysia and was the most streamed local artiste among Spotify listeners in the country in 2024. In March, her 2018 song Anta Permana was included in a playlist of favourite songs by British monarch King Charles III, who described her as an 'outstanding Malaysian artiste'. Her 20th full-length album, Sitism , was released in 2023. Her follow-up, she reveals, will focus on traditional Malay music, and she is in the process of gathering songs from both seasoned and new composers. 'What I'll never forget is the loyalty of my fans – that's something that can't be replaced,' she says of the highlight of her long entertainment career. 'After 30 years, if Gen Z recognises my name, that's the biggest honour for me.' She is touched when a new generation of artistes cite her as a role model and influence, but insists she also learns from her younger counterparts. Her Singapore show, for example, will feature guest singer Hael Husaini, the 37-year-old Malaysian known for pop and R&B hits such as Jampi. 'They give me fresh ideas. Experienced artistes shouldn't think we know everything, we need to collaborate.' Besides her singing career, she is also a successful entrepreneur whose business empire spans cosmetics, clothes, and food and beverage. She married businessman Khalid Mohamad Jiwa, better known as Datuk K, in 2006. The couple have a seven-year-old daughter, Siti Aafiyah, and four-year-old son, Muhammad Afwa. Juggling motherhood and work is not easy, she admits. 'I've been trained since a young age to be disciplined. It's in my blood now,' she says on how she strikes a balance. 'But I still need rest and time with my children. I also take them to every concert – they are my motivation to give my best on stage.' Show business is a tough industry, she acknowledges, which is why it is not something she would recommend for her kids. 'In my heart, I hope they don't follow the path of becoming singers, even if they have the talent.' – The Straits Times/Asia News Network
New Paper
a day ago
- Entertainment
- New Paper
'Singapore has always been special': Malaysia's Siti Nurhaliza to debut new song at concert here
Local fans of Siti Nurhaliza are in for a treat, as the Malaysian pop queen will debut a new song at her Singapore Indoor Stadium concert on July 26. "Singapore has always been special," she tells The Straits Times in a Zoom interview conducted in Malay from her office in Kuala Lumpur on June 16. "If you look back at my past concerts there, I've always had some exclusive performances. So, yes, I have a new song. It hasn't been released yet, and I plan to debut it exclusively at the concert." The 46-year-old declines to reveal its title, but teases it is a ballad. The upcoming gig comes two decades after she last performed at the Singapore Indoor Stadium. She has staged concerts here multiple times, including two nights at The Star Theatre in June 2024, as well as a show with Canadian songwriter and producer David Foster, also at The Star Theatre, in 2023. The Singapore Indoor Stadium, which can accommodate up to 12,000 people, is larger than her usual Singapore venues, so fans can expect "a big sound", says the singer behind pop hits such as Aku Cinta Padamu (I Love You, 1997), Purnama Merindu (Lonely Moon, 1998) and Bukan Cinta Biasa (No Ordinary Love, 2003). "(The place) holds so many memories for me. It's a huge venue and that makes the responsibility even bigger. We're bringing a mini orchestra to deliver a more powerful sound. "I'm thankful to return to Singapore for this concert. I promise fans a performance they will never forget. This time, I'll sing songs I rarely perform, and some that have never been performed live." One of Malaysia's most decorated musicians, the Pahang-born music star was awarded the Biduanita Negara (National Songstress) accolade in November 2024. She is the third artiste to receive the title, after late Malay singing icons Saloma and Sharifah Aini. She also holds the title of Dato' Sri in Malaysia. Siti made her debut after winning a national singing contest by television station Radio Televisyen Malaysia in 1995. The upcoming concert is part of a series of events, including an exhibition at shopping centre Pavilion Kuala Lumpur, that kicked off in March to celebrate her three decades in music. She is still one of the top singers in Malaysia and was the most streamed local artiste among Spotify listeners in the country in 2024. In March, her 2018 song Anta Permana was included in a playlist of favourite songs by British monarch King Charles III, who described her as an "outstanding Malaysian artiste". Her 20th full-length album, Sitism, was released in 2023. Her follow-up, she reveals, will focus on traditional Malay music, and she is in the process of gathering songs from both seasoned and new composers. "What I'll never forget is the loyalty of my fans - that's something that can't be replaced," she says of the highlight of her long entertainment career. "After 30 years, if Gen Z recognises my name, that's the biggest honour for me." She is touched when a new generation of artistes cite her as a role model and influence, but insists she also learns from her younger counterparts. Her Singapore show, for example, will feature guest singer Hael Husaini, the 37-year-old Malaysian known for pop and R&B hits such as Jampi (Incantation, 2017). Her 20th full-length album, Sitism, was released in 2023. Her follow-up, she reveals, will focus on traditional Malay music, and she is in the process of gathering songs from both seasoned and new composers. PHOTO: BIZ TRENDS "They give me fresh ideas. Experienced artistes shouldn't think we know everything, we need to collaborate." Besides her singing career, she is also a successful entrepreneur whose business empire spans cosmetics, clothes, and food and beverage. She married businessman Khalid Mohamad Jiwa, better known as Datuk K, in 2006. The couple have a seven-year-old daughter, Siti Aafiyah, and four-year-old son, Muhammad Afwa. Juggling motherhood and work is not easy, she admits. "I've been trained since a young age to be disciplined. It's in my blood now," she says on how she strikes a balance. "But I still need rest and time with my children. I also take them to every concert - they are my motivation to give my best on stage." Show business is a tough industry, she acknowledges, which is why it is not something she would recommend for her kids. "In my heart, I hope they don't follow the path of becoming singers, even if they have the talent." Book it/The Next Wave: Dato' Sri Siti Nurhaliza Live In Singapore Where: Singapore Indoor Stadium, 2 Stadium Walk When: July 26, 8pm Admission: $98 to $288 via Sistic (go to or call 6348-5555)
South Wales Argus
2 days ago
- General
- South Wales Argus
Anger over plans to remove Old Green Roundabout Newport
A petition against the proposal has gathered more than 1,000 signatures, and Facebook has been alive with debate since the results of a public consultation were published on March 18. The consultation found a majority of residents believed the changes would make "no difference" to encouraging walking, cycling or bus use. Despite this, it appears the plans are set to move forward, and many feel their voices are going unheard. One local, with the username My view is, said: "460,000 signed a petition against the 20 mph limit. "They didn't listen to the public then and Newport Council will not listen now." This view was echoed in further comments, with John Lord saying on Facebook: "No we don't want it. "It's not broke don't fix it." The main thrust of opposition centres around a belief that the roundabout works well as it is, and that the council should focus on maintaining what exists rather than making costly changes. Many also raised concerns about safety and practicality, especially for pedestrians. David Foster said: "As it stands it is easy and safe for pedestrians to cross that busy road via the subway system. "Putting in crossings and lights makes things dangerous and more time consuming. "It makes zero sense. "It had also been proven that roundabouts are more often than not safer and more efficient than traffic lights. "Roundabouts are also cheaper to maintain than traffic lights." Another echoed these concerns about road maintenance, with John Gb saying: "Start fixing what we have, start with the state of the roads!! They are absolutely shocking!" Pot holes and faded markings were a common theme, with Ashley Keeble adding: "Perhaps maintaining the lane markings on it from time to time might be more productive. "How can you have a save spiral roundabout with illegible markings." Some, however, welcomed the proposal, arguing that change is needed to modernise the area. Mark Whitcutt said: "Personally I think that would be a vast improvement and restore the castle 'Old Green' as well. "1000 is not many people, and how many actually live in Newport?" Mark Seymour agreed, adding: "Just 1000 in a city of 160k? "And that's not how our democracy works - it's not the X Factor. "It will open the Castle Green up which is a positive." Supporters of the scheme, including Transport for Wales (TfW), believe the changes will encourage sustainable travel and improve links between bus and rail services. The proposals are part of a wider plan following the Lord Burns transport commission's recommendations, which seek to improve transport in Newport without the need for a new motorway. TfW said the new junction and improved public transport "interchange" will make it easier for people to use buses and trains, and younger people in particular showed support for the plans. For others, though, memories of earlier traffic light systems in Newport bring back frustration. Anita Roberts said: "How many people remember when we had traffic lights in the 70's - it was an absolute nightmare getting in/out of Newport. "I thought the Council wanted to encourage more visitors? "Changing the current system is definitely not going to do that." With nearly 3,000 vehicles using the roundabout during rush hour, many feel the risks of change outweigh the potential benefits. Despite Transport for Wales' assurances of "major sustainable travel improvements," it is clear many residents remain unconvinced. As Jules Mitchell summed up simply: "No no, no, no, simple, it's not broke stop trying to fix it. "There are so many other things wrong that need to be dealt with. Leave it alone."
CTV News
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- CTV News
Here's who will perform at the Hard Rock Hotel and Casino Ottawa during the opening week
The future Hard Rock Hotel and Casino in Ottawa is set to open July 3, 2025. (Kimberley Fowler/CTV News Ottawa) Avril Lavigne and David Foster and Katharine McPhee will headline the opening week of entertainment at the new Hard Rock Hotel and Casino Ottawa. The new hotel and entertainment complex with a 150-room hotel and the Hard Rock Live performance venue with a capacity for up to 2,200 people will open to the public on July 3. Hard Rock Hotel and Casino Ottawa announced Tuesday that the first show at the venue will be David Foster and Katharine McPhee on July 3. On July 5, Avril Lavigne will perform at Hard Rock Live. 'We knew opening weekend had to be unforgettable — and this lineup delivers,' Christine Crump, President of Hard Rock Hotel and Casino Ottawa said in a statement. 'Two nights. Three major artists. One venue ready to make history. This is the start of something remarkable for our nation's capital!' Hard Rock Hotel and Casino Ottawa says there will be limited public ticket availability to see Foster and McPhee. Tickets for both shows go on sale on Friday at 10 a.m. Details and updates on events are available at 'Having David Foster, Katharine McPhee and Avril Lavigne as the first acts to perform on the Hard Rock Live stage signals the level of talent this venue is built for,' Keith Sheldon, President of Entertainment and Brand Management at Hard Rock International and Seminole Gaming, said in a statement. 'This lineup is a perfect example of the world-renowned entertainment experiences we plan to bring to Hard Rock fans in Ottawa.' Construction on the $350 million new hotel, casino and performance venue began in June 2023 after years of delays. Here's what you need to know about the Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Ottawa
Daily Mail
06-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Mail
Bella and Gigi Hadid's mom Yolanda, 61, suffers heartbreak after ex-husband's secret daughter reveal
The mother of supermodels Gigi and Bella Hadid is facing a cruel summer after the end of her six-year engagement. Dutch model & reality star Yolanda Hadid and her fiancee Joseph Jingoli have decided to end their engagement, an insider told People on Thursday. This comes off the heels of the Daily Mail's exclusive confirmation that Yolanda's ex-husband Mohamed Hadid had secretly fathered a 23-year-old daughter named Aydan Nix, who met Gigi and Bella in the last two years. Aydan, who has been seen socializing with her supermodel half-sisters on multiple occasions, graduated from New York City 's Parsons School of Design last month. Gigi and Bella Hadid confirmed to Daily Mail that Aydan is their half-sister - and called her a 'cherished,' 'unexpected' and 'beautiful addition to our family.' Daily Mail has reached out to reps for Yolanda, Gigi and Bella on the topic. Yolanda was married to real estate mogul Mohamed Hadid, from 1994 until 2000. She was later wed to music producer David Foster from until 2011 until 2017. Yolanda previously appeared on The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills from 2012-2016.
