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While You Were Sleeping: 5 stories you might have missed, Nov 15, 2026

Travellers wait in line at John F. Kennedy International Airport on Nov 14 in New York. Flight cancellations and delays continue into the weekend following a nationwide FAA groundstop.
Travellers wait in line at John F. Kennedy International Airport on Nov 14 in New York. Flight cancellations and delays continue into the weekend following a nationwide FAA groundstop.

Philippine teen wins Eurovision’s first Asia contest

Carmelle of the Philippines celebrates with the trophy after winning the grand final of the Eurovision Song Contest Asia 2026 in Bangkok, Thailand, on Nov 14.
Carmelle of the Philippines celebrates with the trophy after winning the grand final of the Eurovision Song Contest Asia 2026 in Bangkok, Thailand, on Nov 14.

‘Waiting so long’: Fans gather for Eurovision’s first Asia show

Eurovision fans hold the Philippines flag during the grand final of the Eurovision Song Contest Asia 2026 at One Bangkok Forum in Bangkok on Nov 14.
Eurovision fans hold the Philippines flag during the grand final of the Eurovision Song Contest Asia 2026 at One Bangkok Forum in Bangkok on Nov 14.

Singer Avril Lavigne welcomes baby girl with mystery partner

Canadian singer Avril Lavigne announced on social media on Nov 13 that she has welcomed a baby girl.
Canadian singer Avril Lavigne announced on social media on Nov 13 that she has welcomed a baby girl.

Paramore’s Hayley Williams announces Asia tour with stop in Singapore

Hayley Williams’ Singapore concert date is set for Feb 26, 2027.
Hayley Williams’ Singapore concert date is set for Feb 26, 2027.

Chinese singer Liu Huan secretly battled bladder cancer before his death at 63

Chinese singer Liu Huan was diagnosed with bladder cancer in 2012.
Chinese singer Liu Huan was diagnosed with bladder cancer in 2012.

K-pop and warrior suits: Asia hopefuls seek Eurovision glory

A Mongolian government adviser, a K-pop star and a Bhutanese singer are among the contestants at the Eurovision Song Contest Asia in Bangkok.
A Mongolian government adviser, a K-pop star and a Bhutanese singer are among the contestants at the Eurovision Song Contest Asia in Bangkok.

Concert review

Dang Thai Son’s recital a piano masterclass; Julius Asal displays musical maturity

Chopin competition winner Dang Thai Son (front) and competition finalist Ewa Pablocka (behind) gave a joint recital.
Chopin competition winner Dang Thai Son (front) and competition finalist Ewa Pablocka (behind) gave a joint recital.

Stand-up comedy, theatre and more at Kalaa Utsavam – Indian Festival of Arts 2026

Singapore arts guide (Nov 13 to 15): Chat with Amanda Heng’s AI avatar

Singaporean artist Amanda Heng with her artwork commission Retired Singirl (2025–2030) at the National Gallery Singapore.
Singaporean artist Amanda Heng with her artwork commission Retired Singirl (2025–2030) at the National Gallery Singapore.

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