Jay Chou: The Mandopop King and His Sprawling Business Empire
In the glittering world of Asian entertainment, few figures shine as brightly as Jay Chou. Born on January 18, 1979, in Linkou, Taiwan, Chou rose from a musically gifted child of divorced teachers to become the undisputed "King of Mandopop." With a career spanning over two decades, he has sold more than 30 million albums worldwide, blending R&B, hip-hop, and traditional Chinese elements into a signature sound that has earned him 15 Golden Melody Awards and global acclaim.
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Rage Over Maybank Signage on Merdeka 118: A Clash Between National Pride and Corporate Branding
By CS Team News Desk | 19 September 2025
KUALA LUMPUR – As Malaysia's towering symbol of independence, Merdeka 118, finally pierces the skyline after years of anticipation, a new controversy has emerged: the prominent "Maybank" signage emblazoned at its pinnacle. What was meant to be a beacon of national achievement has sparked online fury, with critics decrying the corporate branding as a "marring" of the tower's majestic, patriotic silhouette.