Watch: Sandra Oh reenacts her iconic ‘Princess Diaries’ scene for Anne Hathaway
Sandra Oh reenacted her iconic scene from “The Princess Diaries” on “The Kelly Clarkson Show” to introduce the 2001 comedy film’s lead actor...
New York authorities return 30 looted artifacts to Cambodia, Indonesia
New York authorities have facilitated the return of 30 looted artifacts to Cambodia and Indonesia. Key points: ...
Gov. Gavin Newsom proclaims May as AAPI Heritage Month in California
California Governor Gavin Newsom officially proclaimed May as Asian American and Pacific Islander (AAPI) Heritage Month in the state. Key po...
Interview: Monsta X’s I.M announces first solo world tour
Rapper and vocalist I.M of the K-pop group Monsta X will be embarking on his first-ever solo headlining world tour following the release of ...
California doctor who drove family off cliff had psychotic break, therapist says
A psychologist has testified that Dharmesh Patel, the California radiologist accused of intentionally driving his family off a cliff, was ex...
‘Naruto’ studio president: Censorship of anime weakens its global popularity
The president of the anime studio behind “Naruto” and “Bleach” believes that self-censoring anime to appeal to overs...
Chinese man, 86, marries college sweetheart, 81, decades later
Two octogenarians, who were college sweethearts in their youth, recently tied the knot decades after they parted ways. Key points: ...
SoCal Asians admitting ‘superiority complex’ sparks debate on TikTok
A clip of a discussion about whether Asian Americans from Southern California exhibit a superiority complex has sparked a debate among TikTo...
‘The Boy and the Heron’ will be Studio Ghibli’s first film released in 4K
Oscar-winner “The Boy and the Heron” is set to become Studio Ghibli’s first movie to be released in 4K Ultra HD (UHD) as distributors unveil...
NorCal Pho chain owner ordered to pay $245K for denying cooks OT pay
A Northern California Vietnamese restaurant owner has been ordered to pay over $245,000 in back wages and damages for reportedly violating f...
Seventeen releases first compilation album, drops ‘Maestro’ MV
K-pop group Seventeen released their first compilation album, filled with their greatest hits, and a new music video for its single on the s...
Williams-Sonoma admits labeling China products ‘Made in USA’ in $3.2M case
Home products giant Williams-Sonoma has been fined a record $3.175 million for falsely advertising some of its products as “Made in USA” whe...
Japan Airlines flight canceled after pilot gets drunk in Dallas
A Japan Airlines flight from Dallas to Tokyo was canceled after the captain reportedly became intoxicated at a hotel bar and was warned by p...
‘What kind of American are you?’ Nelson Lee says ‘Civil War’ scene is jarring echo of his career
Actor Nelson Lee, star of the new A24 film “Civil War,” says a scene in the movie reminded him of the racism he’s faced th...
Laos-born immigrant battling cancer wins $1.3 billion lottery jackpot
An immigrant from Laos who has been battling cancer for nearly a decade won the historic Powerball jackpot this month. Key points: ...
Ghibli Park is now selling ‘grilled frogs’ at Valley of Witches
In an enchanting addition to its menu, Japan’s Ghibli Park has begun offering “grilled frogs” at its recently opened Valley of W...
NewJeans drops hit music video amid public Hybe-Ador feud
K-pop girl group NewJeans has pushed through with a successful music video release, despite the ongoing public feud between label Hybe and i...
Scientists create material that catches greenhouse gases faster than trees
Researchers from the U.K. and China have developed a material capable of storing greenhouse gases, offering a new and innovative tool agains...
TikToker dragged for filming himself swimming at museum in Tokyo
A TikTok user is facing backlash more than two months after posting a video of himself swimming at TeamLab, a museum in Tokyo known for its ...
Watch: Viral video showcases ease of becoming someone else via AI technology
A viral video on Chinese social media showcases the power of AI-driven deepfake technology, demonstrating how easily individuals can be tran...
‘Arsonist’ cat becomes viral star after burning down owner’s apartment
A cat in China has found viral fame after accidentally setting its owner’s home ablaze and causing thousands of dollars in damage. Key poin...
Ive drops ‘Heya’ MV, second EP ‘Ive Switch’
Editor’s Note: This article has been corrected to indicate that Ive will resume their world tour in June, not May. K-pop girl group Iv...
‘Godzilla’ destroys Tokyo government building in celebration of 70th anniversary
A 100-meter (328-foot) “Godzilla” was projected “destroying” a government building in Tokyo over the weekend, as the long-runnin...
‘The Contestant’ doc reveals true story of unwitting Japanese reality star isolated in a room for over a year
“The Contestant,” which tells the true story of a Japanese reality television star who endured over a year of isolation in a room while stri...
Bay Area Costco evacuates 1,000 after chemical leak
Around 1,000 people were evacuated amid a major refrigerant leak at a Costco in Concord, California, on Friday afternoon. Key points: ...
Chinese startup aims to surpass Sora with new AI video generator
A Chinese startup is taking on OpenAI’s groundbreaking Sora with its own generative artificial intelligence (AI) model that creates vi...
Ryan Reynolds, Hugh Jackman mourn death of ‘Deadpool and Wolverine’ art director
Ryan Reynolds and Hugh Jackman are mourning the sudden death of Raymond Chan, the art director for the upcoming film “Deadpool and Wol...
4 men arrested for 43 burglaries targeting South Asians across Massachusetts
Four men from Rhode Island have been arrested for their involvement in 43 burglaries that targeted people of South Asian descent across 25 t...
‘Godzilla x Kong,’ ‘Kung Fu Panda 4’ pass $500 million mark worldwide
“Godzilla x Kong: The New Empire” and “Kung Fu Panda 4” each surpassed the half-a-billion-dollar mark at the global box office over the week...
Sony adjusts ‘Karate Kid’ movie release to follow ‘Cobra Kai’ finale
Sony has delayed the new “Karate Kid” movie to summer 2025 to have it premiere after the final season of “Cobra Kai.”...
The Smashing Pumpkins announce new guitarist Kiki Wong after nationwide search
The Smashing Pumpkins recently announced Kiki Wong as their new guitarist after a rigorous nationwide search. Key points: ...
Shohei Ohtani hits his hardest swing ever during Dodgers win
Baseball superstar Shohei Ohtani made history once again over the weekend by recording the hardest swing of his career and the hardest hit i...
Why Southeast Asia is drowning in imported plastic waste
Southeast Asia faces a severe environmental crisis as imported plastic waste accumulates across its beaches and towns, disrupting local ecos...
VinFast’s billionaire founder to pump in another $1 billion to reach EV dreams
Vietnamese billionaire Pham Nhat Vuong is doubling down on his investment in electric vehicle maker VinFast. Key points: ...
‘Do What I Want’ spin-off doc depicts struggles of up-and-coming Asian American DJs
Driven by his immersion in the nightlife scene and the compelling stories of aspiring Asian American DJs, Filipino director Justin Ferrer ha...
USC cancels graduation ceremony amid valedictorian controversy, protests
The University of Southern California (USC) has cancelled its main commencement ceremony on May 10 amid continued protests regarding the Isr...
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