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Thailand to ban recreational marijuana by end of 2024
Thailand, which decriminalized cannabis in 2022, is poised to reverse course and snuff out the recreational market by the end of the year. K...
Video: Violinist bullies street singer to take over her spot in Sydney
A TikTok video capturing a heated exchange between two buskers over a coveted performance spot at Pitt Street Mall in Sydney has gone viral....
Kalpana Chawla turns 62: Remembering the 1st Indian woman to fly to space
Kalpana Chawla, the first woman of Indian origin to venture into space, would have celebrated her 62nd birthday on March 17 had her life not...
Interacting with dogs boosts humans’ brain waves linked to well-being: study
A new study suggests that playing and engaging in certain activities with dogs can significantly enhance a person’s brain waves associ...
Ex-Jaguars employee gets 6.5-year sentence for $22 million theft
A former Jacksonville Jaguars employee who stole over $22 million to fuel his gambling addiction and lavish lifestyle was sentenced to 6.5 y...
Ban on same-sex marriage is unconstitutional, Japan court rules
A Japanese high court made a landmark ruling on Thursday, saying the country’s lack of legal support for same-sex marriage violates th...
Costco’s fresh sushi bars heading to more US stores
Freshly made sushi is headed to more Costco locations across the U.S. after a wildly successful test run at a Seattle-area warehouse. Key po...
Indian X users hijack negative trending topic ‘What’s wrong with India’
A trending topic on X criticizing India has been flipped on its head by Indian users, who are now highlighting flaws in Western countries an...
QVC apologizes for racist ‘longtime’ email to customers
Home shopping network QVC has issued a public apology after facing backlash for using racially insensitive language in a marketing email sub...
Study suggests air pollution increases suicide rates
A groundbreaking nationwide study in China has revealed a disturbing link between air pollution and suicide rates, particularly among elderl...
College degrees pay off financially, study finds
Earning a college degree still pays off financially, even as the return on investment varies by major and some demographic groups, a new stu...
Rep. Ayanna Pressley warns TikTok ban may fuel anti-Asian sentiment
Congresswoman Ayanna Pressley (D, MA-7) has raised concerns that a potential nationwide TikTok ban could heighten “anti-Asian and Chin...
NZ real estate agent warned for using fake Asian accent in sales pitch
An Auckland real estate agent of Asian descent has been formally warned by her employer for posting a TikTok video in which she used a fake ...
‘BBC Dad’ marks 7th anniversary of viral moment with new fam photos
The professor who saw his children crash his BBC interview in 2017 has celebrated the seventh anniversary of the viral moment by sharing new...
Differences between Japanese and Korean Shin Ramyeon noodles spark backlash
A viral video comparing Shin Ramyeon sold in South Korea and Japan has sparked outrage among Korean consumers, with many alleging “ramen dis...
Japan commemorates 13th anniversary of Fukushima nuclear disaster
Japan commemorated the 13th anniversary of the Fukushima nuclear disaster on Monday, with memorial services held across affected prefectures...
SF police reopen investigation into elderly Asian woman’s death after suspect’s new arrest
San Francisco police are reviving their investigation into the 2023 death of a 63-year-old Asian woman after the suspect in that case was re...
Trump reverses position on nationwide TikTok ban
Despite previously advocating for restrictions on TikTok, former President Donald Trump has reversed his position on bipartisan legislation ...
Vanessa Hudgens reveals pregnancy at 2024 Oscars
Vanessa Hudgens unveiled her pregnancy in stunning fashion by debuting her baby bump on the 96th Academy Awards red carpet. Red carpet mom-t...
Women are breaking barriers in Japan’s male-dominated Noh theater
Noh theater, a traditional Japanese art form with a deeply rooted male-dominated history, has seen a notable rise in female participation in...
Parents who avoid harsh punishments raise emotionally stronger kids: study
Parents who can control their emotions and avoid harsh punishments tend to raise kids who can better cope with stress and adversity, a new s...
Actor playing a beggar in China makes more money than new graduates
A professional actor in China has been making a living playing a beggar for handouts for the past 12 years. Begging as an act: Li Jingang, 3...
‘Inside Out 2’ adds new Asian voice actors
Pixar’s highly anticipated sequel to “Inside Out” adds a diverse range of new emotions, with several actors of Asian desce...
New study links regular social media use to desire for cosmetic procedures
A regular use of social media and photo editing apps is connected to an increased interest in cosmetic procedures, according to a new study....
Portland Commissioner halts odor complaints after closure of pho restaurant
A city commissioner in Portland has paused odor complaints tied to restaurants after a Vietnamese eatery was forced to close due to fines. D...
North Face offers discount to customers who complete racial inclusion course
Outdoor clothing brand The North Face is offering a 20% discount to customers who complete a course on racial inclusion aimed at promoting e...
Scientists 3D print functional human brain tissue for first time
Researchers at the University of Wisconsin–Madison have developed the world’s first 3D-printed brain tissue that mimics the growth and...
Daniel Dae Kim surprises ‘Avatar’ cast with seasons 2 and 3 announcement
Netflix has officially greenlit a second and third season of its live-action adaptation of “Avatar: The Last Airbender” – and cast members f...
Climate change is causing fish to shrink: Japanese study
A new study reveals that fish in the western North Pacific Ocean are getting smaller due to climate change-driven shifts in their food suppl...
Watch: Sydney Sweeney crushes on ‘straight’ Bowen Yang in hilarious ‘SNL’ skit
A recent “Saturday Night Live” (SNL) skit took a hilarious turn with Bowen Yang playing a closeted straight man who breaks Sydney Sweeney...
Republican senator touts anti-Asian conspiracy theory on Fox News
Senator Roger Marshall (R, KS-1) propagated unsubstantiated claims about Chinese-owned massage parlors being part of a vast conspiracy durin...
Japan expands free day care centers to all children
The Japanese government announced that it is now offering free day care to all children aged 6 months to 2 years old, regardless of parents&...
Vietnamese billiards player criticized for celebrating his world title win early
Fresh from winning the Three-Cushion World Cup, Vietnamese billiards player Tran Quyet Chien was criticized for allegedly being “unspo...
First cases of Asian elephants mourning, burying their dead documented in India
Asian elephants in India’s Bengal region have been observed mourning and burying their dead calves, a recent study by Indian scientist...
Malaysia mulls renewed search for Flight MH370 as disappearance nears 10th anniversary
Malaysia is considering resuming the search for Malaysia Airlines Flight MH370, the passenger plane that vanished nearly a decade ago. Myste...
Japanese scientist develops treatment that can help cats live up to 30 years
A Japanese scientist has developed a treatment targeting chronic kidney disease (CKD) in cats, potentially extending their lifespan to 30 ye...
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