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Global C-pop Star Tia Lee Chooses Teen’s Key as Beneficiary to #EmpowerHer Campaign Following Successful “Goodbye Princess” MV

TAIPEI, TAIWAN – Media OutReach – 3 January 2023 – Global c-pop star Tia Lee Yu Fen announced earlier that Hong Kong women’s charity Teen’s Key will be the first beneficiary of her global #EmpowerHer philanthropic campaign.

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Tia Lee‘s “Goodbye Princess” music video release was tremendously successful, garnering a record-breaking 100 million views in just 19 days after its global premiere. The song and its theme of female empowerment appear to have resonated strongly with fans, and the music video’s popularity is giving great momentum to Tia Lee’s #EmpowerHer campaign. The campaign donates to selected beneficiaries for every YouTube viewing benchmark passed by the “Goodbye Princess” music video. If viewing figures continue to grow, donations could ramp up to a total of HKD3.8 million. This figure was chosen to pay tribute to International Women’s Day, which is coming shortly, on March 8th, 2023.

Teen’s Key, are a women’s charity operating in Hong Kong. They were chosen as the first beneficiary after Tia Lee personally pledged to support the empowerment of women worldwide.

Speaking about the #EmpowerHer campaign, Rachel Chow, Resource Development Manager at Teen’s Key, said: “We are proud and thankful to be the first recipient of the #EmpowerHer campaign, which represents everything that we believe in and fight for here at Teen’s Key – empowering young women to follow their own dreams. These funds will go a long way to supporting our work and enabling us to help more young women and girls. More importantly, we hope that the campaign’s message will spread throughout the world and inspire everyone to believe in themselves.”

As views continue to pour in for Tia Lee’s “Goodbye Princess” music video, other selected charities will also benefit from the #EmpowerHer campaign. Daughters Of Tomorrow, an organisation that supports women from low-income families in Singapore, and Women in Music, a global non-profit organization committed to advancing equality for women in the musical arts, are all amongst the organisations that will receive support.

#EmpowerHer is one of the largest ongoing global initiatives supporting female empowerment. It’s influence and impact will continue to grow as more organizations like Teen’s Key start to receive support.

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Global C-pop Star Tia Lee Supports Teen’s Key in HK with #EmpowerHer Campaign

SINGAPORE – Media OutReach – 3 January 2023 – Global c-pop star Tia Lee Yu Fen recently released her Goodbye Princess” music video – and broke records with 100 million views on YouTube in just 19 days. Tia has chosen Teen’s Key in Hong Kong as the first charity to benefit from her global #EmpowerHer campaign.

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Teen’s Key Hong Kong will be the first of many organisations around the world to receive support from Tia Lee’s #EmpowerHer campaign. Teen’s Key address young women’s sexual and reproductive health needs as well as providing aid for young women in crisis. They will receive funds for operational use, to strengthen their support for young women in the coming year.

“We are proud and thankful to be the first recipient of the #EmpowerHer campaign, which represents everything that we believe in and fight for here at Teen’s Key – empowering young women to follow their own dreams,” said Rachel Chow, Resource Development Manager, Teen’s Key Hong Kong. “These funds will go a long way to supporting our work and enabling us to help more young women and girls.”

In addition to Teen’s Key, Tia Lee’s #EmpowerHer campaign will soon benefit other female-centric charity organisations – as the global c-pop star continues to support women’s empowerment around the world. Beneficiaries include Daughters of Tomorrow, an organisation that supports women from low-income families in Singapore as well as Beats by Girlz and Women in Music, both driving equality for women in the music industry.

“It takes a joint effort to achieve a truly inclusive and empowered world for all, which is why it’s so important that we all do our part to support charities and organisations like Teen’s Key in Hong Kong, who are doing incredible work in helping girls and women in need,” said Tia Lee.

The #EmpowerHer campaign will continue to donate to selected charitable organisations as Tia Lee’s “Goodbye Princess” music video passes new viewing benchmarks. If views continue to rise, the campaign could donate up to HKD3.8 million, a symbolic figure that resonates with the date of the upcoming International Women’s Day on March 8th, 2023.

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Global C-pop Star Tia Lee Names Teen’s Key in HK as First Beneficiary Organisation of #EmpowerHer Campaign

CANBERRA, AUSTRALIA – Media OutReach – 3 January 2023 – Tia Lee Yu Fen, a global c-pop singer, actress, and fashion icon has named Hong Kong-based charity Teen’s Key as the first organisation to benefit from her global #EmpowerHer charitable campaign.

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Following the tremendous success of Tia Lee‘s “Goodbye Princess” music video, which garnered a record breaking 100 million views on YouTube within 19 days of its global premiere, the global c-pop star launched the #EmpowerHer campaign to support female empowerment around the world.

“I am so grateful for all the love and support for Goodbye Princess. I created it as a reminder that it is time for all of us – especially women – to embrace our strengths and rise up against the challenges that are holding us back,” said Tia Lee, who’s global #EmpowerHer campaign will donate to a selected list of female-centric beneficiaries every time the “Goodbye Princess” music video hits a new viewing benchmark on YouTube. The campaign could donate up to a maximum total of HKD3.8 million to female-centric charities as views of the video continue to grow.

“It takes a joint effort to achieve a truly inclusive and empowered world for all, which is why it’s so important that we all do our part to support charities and organisations like Teen’s Key in Hong Kong, who are doing incredible work in helping girls and women in need,” said Tia.

As views continue to pour in for “Goodbye Princess“, other partners such as Daughters of Tomorrow in Singapore, Beats by Girlz and Women in Music in the United States will benefit from #EmpowerHer campaign donations.

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About Tia Lee | Lee Yu Fen:

Tia Lee Yu Fen, born in Taipei, is a global C-pop star, film and television actress, and fashion model and icon. In addition to her acting roles and musical career, Tia appears frequently at major fashion shows. As a fashion icon and trend-setter, Tia has graced the covers of fashion, beauty and lifestyle magazines such as Vogue, Elle, Marie Claire, and shares her beauty and fashion tips through a number of Vogue’s social media channels.

Rescuers in Vietnam Race Against Time to Save 10-Year-Old Boy

Rescuers are racing against time to save a ten-year-old boy who fell into a 35-meter-deep hole at a bridge construction site in Vietnam's Dong Thap province on 1 January.
Rescuers are racing against time to save a ten-year-old boy who fell into a 35-meter-deep hole at a bridge construction site in Vietnam's Dong Thap province on 1 January.

Rescuers are racing against time to save a ten-year-old boy who fell into a 35-meter-deep hole at a bridge construction site in Vietnam’s Dong Thap province on 1 January.

Laos is One of CNN’s Best Destinations to Visit in 2023

The spectacular Kouang Si Falls in Luang Prabang.

After highlighting Pakse as one of Asia’s most underrated places in December, CNN has yet again shed a spotlight on Laos as one of the best places one should visit in 2023. 

ChainUp Group announces appointment of Deputy Chief Executive Officer cum Chief Operating Officer to accelerate business growth

SINGAPORE – News Direct – 3 January 2023 – Global blockchain technology solutions provider ChainUp Group announced today the appointment of Ms. Tan Bin Ru as its Deputy Chief Executive Officer cum Chief Operating Officer, effective 3 January 2023, as part of the company’s business growth plan. In this role, Ms. Tan will work closely with the executive team to lead various key operations within the organization.

Prior to this appointment, Ms. Tan was the CEO (International) of OneConnect Financial Technology, an associate company of Ping An Group providing technology-as-a-service for financial institutions. In her role, she was responsible for expanding OneConnect’s fintech solutions outside of China.

A Singaporean technologist veteran, Ms. Tan has over 25 years of experience driving sales and business strategies in both MNCs and start-ups. She is also the Chairwoman of Blockchain Association Singapore.

Mr. Ooi Sang Kuang, Chairman of the Board of ChainUp Group commented, “We are delighted to welcome Bin Ru into the ChainUp Group. She will strengthen the management team, reinforce our governance framework, provide strategic guidance to ChainUp’s business strategy and strengthen overall risk management. Bin Ru’s broad experience and success in leading teams in the technology and fintech sectors will catalyze ChainUp’s next phase of growth as a key technology provider for various blockchain related solutions and applications.”

Mr. Sailor Zhong, Founder & Chief Executive Officer of ChainUp Group commented, “As we enter into our next phase of growth, we are pleased to have Bin Ru onboard with us. I believe that with her remarkable experience and strong business acumen, she will be a great addition to the management team as we scale up our business in Singapore and beyond.”

Ms. Tan Bin Ru, Deputy Chief Executive Officer cum Chief Operating Officer of ChainUp Group commented, “The potential of blockchain technology is tremendous. I am impressed with what ChainUp had achieved over the past five years and excited to join the family. There are immense opportunities for regulated financial institutions to embrace Web3 and its connected ecosystem to expand its reach beyond traditional touchpoints and platforms.”

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About ChainUp Group

Founded in 2017, ChainUp is a leading end-to-end blockchain technology solutions provider covering infrastructure development and ecosystem support. Built on the mission to empower businesses through blockchain technology, ChainUp’s innovative and all-around compliant solutions include digital asset exchange systems, NFT trading systems, wallet solutions, liquidity solutions, and digital assets custody and management. Headquartered in Singapore and with offices around the world, the company has served more than 1,000 clients in 30 countries, reaching over 60 million end-users.

For more information, please visit: www.chainup.com.

Spackman Media Group Artist Son Suk-Ku Wins JTBC Grand Prize At The 2022 TV Drama Acting Awards In Korea 

  • Spackman Media Group artist Son Suk-ku received the JTBC Grand Prize at the 2022 TV Drama Acting Awards held by Good Data Corporation in Korea on December 31, 2022
  • Award underscores the star power and popularity of Son Suk-ku, whose latest hit drama, BIG BET, ranked first in the Top 10 TV Shows on Disney+ Korea as of January 1, 2022
  • Looking ahead, Son Suk-ku is set to star in two upcoming highly anticipated Netflix original K-dramas, D.P. SEASON 2 and MURDEROUS TOY.

SINGAPORE – Media OutReach – 2 January 2023 – Spackman Entertainment Group Limited (the “Group“), one of Korea’s leading entertainment production groups founded in 2011 by media & technology investor Charles Spackman, wishes to announce that Son Suk-ku of the Group’s associated company, Spackman Media Group Limited (“Spackman Media Group“), was awarded the JTBC Grand Prize at the 2022 TV Drama Acting Awards held by Good Data Corporation in Korea on December 31, 2022.

Good Data Corporation is an online competitive analysis agency for K-content in Korea. The 2022 TV Drama Acting Awards is based on the results of aggregating the weekly ranking points of every actor who appeared in the 119 dramas that aired from January 1, 2022 to December 24, 2022, for each major broadcasting station. The ranking points were derived from drama-related information generated on social media and netizens’ reactions to the drama.

The JTBC Grand Prize received by Spackman Media Group artist Son Suk-ku serves as a testament to his star power and popularity in Korea. His latest hit drama, BIG BET, ranked in the Top 10 TV Shows on Disney+ Korea as of January 1, 2022.[1]

BIG BET is an 8-episode drama series, which premiered exclusively on Disney+ on December 21, 2022, and airs every Wednesday. Headlined by Spackman Media Group artist Son Suk-ku, Choi Min Shik, Heo Sung Tae, Kim Joo Ryung, Lee Dong Hwi and Jo Jae Yoon, it relates the eventful life of a man who gains success through the casino industry.

Directed by Kang Yoon Sung of the 2017 box office hit THE OUTLAWS, which was co-presented and distributed by the Group’s subsidiary, Novus Mediacorp Co., Ltd., BIG BET was produced by BA Entertainment, C-Jes Entertainment and Arc Media.

Looking ahead, Son Suk-ku is set to star in two upcoming highly anticipated Netflix original K-dramas, D.P. SEASON 2 and MURDEROUS TOY. He is represented by SBD Entertainment Inc. (“SBD Entertainment“), a wholly-owned subsidiary of Spackman Media Group that represents and manages the careers of 12 artists. In addition to Son Suk-ku, SBD Entertainment also represents one of Korea’s rapidly rising young actors, Han Ji-hyun of popular K-drama THE PENTHOUSE 3, who won the Best Rookie Female Actor in the 2021 Brand Customer Loyalty Awards in Korea and endorsed luxury brand Gucci in April 2021.


[1] FlixPatrol, https://flixpatrol.com/top10/streaming/south-korea/2023-01-01/, TOP 10 on Disney+ in South Korea on January 1, 2023

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About Spackman Entertainment Group Limited

Spackman Entertainment Group Limited (“SEGL” or the “Company“), and together with its subsidiaries, (the “Group“), is one of Korea’s leading entertainment production groups. SEGL is primarily engaged in the independent development, production, presentation, and financing of theatrical motion pictures in Korea.

The Company was founded in 2011 by renowned media and technology investor Charles Spackman who served as the Company’s Executive Chairman until 2017. For the past two decades, Mr. Charles Spackman has been a powerhouse in the Korean entertainment industry starting in the early 2000’s with the pioneering success of Sidus Pictures, the largest movie production company at the time and the first to be listed in Korea. Mr. Spackman is also the Founder, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of the global investment firm, Spackman Group. For more information, please visit and .

Since its founding, SEGL had produced more than 30 major motion pictures including a number of the highest grossing and award-winning films in Korea, namely #ALIVE (2020), CRAZY ROMANCE (2019), DEFAULT (2018), MASTER (2016), THE PRIESTS (2015), SNOWPIERCER (2013), COLD EYES (2013) and ALL ABOUT MY WIFE (2012).

Our films are theatrically distributed and released in Korea and overseas markets, as well as for subsequent post-theatrical worldwide release in other forms of media, including online streaming, cable TV, broadcast TV, IPTV, video-on-demand, and home video/DVD, etc. Generally, we release our motion pictures into wide-theatrical exhibition initially in Korea, and then in overseas and ancillary markets.

The Group also invests into and produces Korean television dramas. In addition to our content business, we also own equity stakes in entertainment-related companies and film funds that can financially and strategically complement our existing core operations. SEGL is listed on the Catalist of the Singapore Exchange Securities Trading Limited under the ticker 40E.

Production Labels

SEGL owns a 100% equity interest in Studio Take Co., Ltd. (“Studio Take“) which produced STONE SKIPPING (2020) and THE BOX (2021). Its latest film, A MAN OF REASON, is set to be screened theatrically and digitally in North America in the first quarter of 2023 and at theatres in Korea in the fourth quarter of 2022 or first quarter of 2023. A MAN OF REASON premiered in the US at the 42nd Hawaii International Film Festival. The film was also invited to the 47th Toronto International Film Festival, the largest film festival in North America, and the 55th Sitges Film Festival, one of the world’s top three genre film festivals. Studio Take shall also release an upcoming film, THE GUEST, in 2023 tentatively.

SEGL owns Novus Mediacorp Co., Ltd. (“Novus Mediacorp“), an investor, presenter, and/or post-theatrical distributor for a total of 80 films (59 Korean and 21 foreign) including OKAY MADAM (2020), LONG LIVE THE KING (2019), MY FIRST CLIENT (2019), ROSE OF BETRAYAL (2018), THE OUTLAWS (2017) and SECRETLY, GREATLY (2013), which was one of the biggest box office hits of 2013 starring Kim Soo-hyun of MY LOVE FROM THE STARS (2013), as well as FRIEND 2: THE GREAT LEGACY (2013). In 2012, Novus Mediacorp was also the post-theatrical rights distributor of ALL ABOUT MY WIFE (2012), a top-grossing romantic comedy produced by Zip Cinema. In 2018, THE OUTLAWS, co-presented by Novus Mediacorp broke the all-time highest Video On Demand (“VOD“) sales records in Korea. For more information, please visit

The Company owns a 100% equity interest in Greenlight Content Limited (“Greenlight Content“) which is mainly involved in the business of investing into dramas and movies, as well as providing consulting services for the production of Korean content. Through the acquisition of Greenlight Content, the Group’s first co-produced drama, MY SECRET TERRIUS, starring top Korean star, So Ji Sub, achieved #1 in drama viewership ratings for its time slot and recorded double digits for its highest viewership ratings. Greenlight Content was one of the main investors of MY SECRET TERRIUS.

The Company owns a 100% equity interest in Simplex Films Limited (“Simplex Films“) which is an early stage film production firm. The maiden film of Simplex Films, JESTERS: THE GAME CHANGERS (2019), was released in Korea on 21 August 2019. Simplex Films has several line-up of films including HURRICANE BROTHERS (working title).

The Company owns a 20% equity interest in The Makers Studio Co. Ltd., which plans to produce and release four upcoming films, the first of which will be THE ISLAND OF THE GHOST’S WAIL, a comedy horror film.

Talent Representation

The Company holds an effective shareholding interest of 43.88% in Spackman Media Group Limited (“SMGL“). SMGL, a company incorporated in Hong Kong, together with its subsidiaries, is collectively one of the largest entertainment talent agencies in Korea in terms of the number of artists under management, including some of the top names in the Korean entertainment industry. SMGL operates its talent management business through renowned agencies such as SBD Entertainment Inc. (Son Suk-ku, Han Ji-hyun, Park Keun-rok), MSteam Entertainment Co., Ltd. (Son Ye-jin, Wi Ha-jun, Lee Min-jung, Ko Sung-hee, Lee Cho-hee), UAA&CO Inc. (Kim Sang-kyung) and Play Content Co., Ltd. (Hwang-hwi). Through these full-service talent agencies in Korea, SMGL represents and guides the professional careers of a leading roster of award-winning actors/actresses in the practice areas of motion pictures, television, commercial endorsements, and branded entertainment. SMGL leverages its unparalleled portfolio of artists as a platform to develop, produce, finance and own the highest quality of entertainment content projects, including theatrical motion pictures, variety shows and TV dramas. This platform also creates and derives opportunities for SMGL to make strategic investments in development stage businesses that can collaborate with SMGL artists. SMGL is an associated company of the Company. For more information, please visit

The Company owns a 100% equity interest in Constellation Agency Pte. Ltd. (“Constellation Agency“). Constellation Agency, which owns The P Factory Co., Ltd. (“The P Factory“) and Platform Media Group Co., Ltd. (“PMG“), is primarily involved in the business of overseas agency for Korean artists venturing into the overseas market. The P Factory is an innovative marketing solutions provider specializing in event and branded content production. PMG is a talent management agency which represents and manages the careers of major artists in film, television, commercial endorsements and branded entertainment.

Strategic Businesses

The Company also operates a café-restaurant, Upper West, in the Gangnam district of Seoul and own a professional photography studio, noon pictures Co., Ltd.

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Travel in Prosperity this Lunar New Year with Bread Garden’s CNY Goodies Collection for 2023

SINGAPORE – Media OutReach – 2 January 2023 – Usher in good health, wealth and happiness in the Year of the Rabbit with Bread Garden’s collection of delectable Chinese New Year goodies for 2023!

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Featuring an ensemble cast of familiar signature items, all-time favourites and innovative new bakes, the CNY treats from Bread Garden offer pure indulgence of both classic tastes and new flavours for you and your whole family.

A much-beloved brand among lovers of Chinese New Year festive snacks, Bread Garden continues to serve up high-quality and delicious bakes that have delighted both Singaporeans and oversea fans for the past 4 decades without fail.

A Journey of Abundance with Bread Garden’s Bountiful Goodies Box

With the lifting of covid restrictions and travelling returning with aggressive fervour, Bread Garden shares in the joy of adventure with this year’s travel-themed CNY gift set, specially designed as a cute-looking mini luggage bag, so that you can bring your favourite Chinese New Year treats on the go with you during festive visitations!

Aptly named Bountiful Goodies Box, each luggage gift set packs a full suite of the six most recommended snack flavours – in exquisitely designed metal cases, symbolising blessings in the six aspects of a life filled with abundance, making this the ideal gift for family and friends this Lunar New Year.

Signature CNY Goodies, Classics and New Flavours

Celebrating traditions is an integral part of Chinese New Year, which extends to the food we indulge in during this festive period.

This year, Bread Garden has again put together a diverse collection of CNY goodies featuring a mix of best-selling favourites, old-school classics, and innovative new flavours.

Returning to the lineup are all-time favourites like the Premium Pineapple Tart, Macadamia Buttery Cookies, and Melting Peanut Cookies, which continue to be in high demand year after year.

Of course, we can’t do without the established classics like Kueh Bangkit, Old School Almond Cookies, and Spicy Shrimp Rolls which are simply a must-have for any CNY celebration.

In recent years, bakeries have been experimenting with new and interesting flavours to appeal to a younger generation of snack buyers, and Bread Garden is at the forefront of this trend, always experimenting with new recipes and ingredients to introduce even more delectable creations for all to enjoy during Chinese New Year.

This year, new flavours include Choco Peanut Lava, for those who enjoy the gooey melting sensation of peanut butter oozing at the first bite, and Almond De Coco, a fragrant and scentful treat filled with fresh coconut goodness.

Exclusive Online Promotion for CNY Goodies

Enjoy up to 15% savings on your CNY goodies order with Bread Garden’s Buy 6 Get 1 Free exclusive online promotion (conditions apply) and $8 off each Bountiful Goodies Box, available now till sold out.

The full range of Bread Garden’s Chinese New Year goodies for 2023 is now available for sale at https://www.breadgarden.com.sg/cny-chinese-new-year-goodies/.

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About Bread Garden

Bread Garden is a Singapore halal-certified bakery brand known for its popular festive goodies during Chinese New Year and the Mooncake Festival, as well as its selection of flavourful customised cakes and pastries.

Rated five stars consistently by customers on social media, Bread Garden stands out from other bakeries with its emphasis on quality over quantity, dedicating itself to producing only the best quality baked products that its customers have come to expect and love.

For more information on Bread Garden, visit .