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· Carl Samson
Trump admin scales down Minnesota operation amid resounding backlash
Border czar Tom Homan announced Wednesday that 700 federal immigration officers are leaving Minnesota effective immediately, a 25% reduction in deployment prompted by growing backlash over the killing of two U.S. citizens during enforcement operations. State of play: The…
· Ryan General
Sandra Oh debuts at the Met Opera
Korean Canadian actor Sandra Oh made her Metropolitan Opera debut in New York on Oct. 17, appearing as the Duchess of Krakenthorp in Gaetano Donizetti’s “La Fille du Regiment.” The 54-year-old star joined soprano Pretty Yende and tenor Lawrence Brownlee in Laurent Pelly’s…
· Carl Samson
Over 100 Southeast Asian immigrants deported in recent operations
The Trump administration conducted deportations targeting Southeast Asian immigrants last week, breaking their families apart as they are sent to Laos and Vietnam. How it happened: One military aircraft that carried detainees from Detroit reportedly departed on Aug. 11, with…
· Ryan General
One of the world’s most prestigious opera houses has its first Asian conductor
South Korean conductor Myung-Whun Chung has been named the next music director of Milan’s famed Teatro alla Scala, becoming the first Asian and one of the first born outside Italy to hold the position in the opera house’s 247-year history. The appointment, announced on May 12,…
· Bryan Ke
Taiwanese star Vivian Hsu undergoes thyroid cancer operation
Taiwanese singer-actor Vivian Hsu recently opened up about undergoing treatment for thyroid cancer. In an Instagram post on Wednesday, the 49-year-old shared a photo and assured fans that she is “doing well right now” and that she will be healthy for her 9-year-old son, Dalton.…
· Carl Samson
Shi Pei Pu: The opera singer who faked being a woman to spy for China
A Chinese opera singer who masqueraded as a woman captivated and deceived a French diplomat in a complex tale of espionage and romance that stretched across decades. Key points:
· Michelle De Pacina
US and China announce cooperation to reduce methane, plastic pollution
The United States and China have announced a joint agreement in addressing methane and plastic pollution ahead of the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) summit. How it happened: The agreement was reached during a meeting between climate envoys John Kerry and Xie Zhenhua…
· Carl Samson
Seattle cop who laughed at woman’s death reassigned to ‘non-operational’ post
The Seattle police officer who made national and global headlines for making callous remarks about the death of an Indian woman has been reassigned to a “non-operational” position, according to his department. Driving the news: Officer Daniel Auderer, vice president of the…
· Ryan General
Malaysian mom discovers daughter running a gambling operation at school during recess
The daughter, who attends an international school, eventually revealed that she had been engaging in gambling activities during school recess, acting as a banker in games of chance
· Carl Samson
Struggling Chinatown mall under Manhattan Bridge finds hope in new operator
A languishing Chinatown mall nestled under the Manhattan Bridge in New York City is getting a new chance at life in the hands of a new operator. Background: For decades, East Broadway Mall was a bustling shopping center and community hub in the heart of Chinatown. Unfortunately,…
· Michelle De Pacina
2 men arrested for operating Chinese ‘secret police station’ in NYC
Two Chinese men have been arrested for illegally opening and operating a police station in New York City as part of a provincial branch of the Ministry of Public Security (MPS) of the People’s Republic of China (PRC). On Monday, “Harry” Lu Jianwang, 61, of the Bronx, and Chen…
· William Yuk
‘Dream come true’: Mongolian opera singer Amartuvshin Enkhbat debuts at the MET
Opera singer Amartuvshin Enkhbat’s passion for music knows no bounds; whether he’s rising from a peaceful slumber or embarking on a long-haul flight, he can’t help but sing. “I’m always thinking about the music that I’m performing, trying different techniques, trying different…
· Editorial Staff
Tokyo train operator asks commuters not to wear scary costumes on Halloween weekend
Keio Corporation, one of Tokyo’s main train operators, recently asked the city’s residents to avoid commuting in scary costumes this weekend. “When going out to celebrate Halloween, please refrain from boarding the train while wearing costumes that may make other passengers feel…
· Ryan General
Canadian police begin investigation into Chinese ‘police stations’ operating in Greater Toronto Area
Canada’s Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP) stated that it is conducting an investigation into alleged criminal activity at the Chinese police stations reportedly set up in the Greater Toronto Area. "The (force) takes threats to the security of individuals living in Canada…
· Bryan Ke
3 arrested for killing of Chinese supermarket operator in Jamaica robbery
He Jing, a 36-year-old supermarket operator, was gunned down inside his store in Just 1 Plaza in Orange Bay, Hanover Parish, Jamaica, on Wednesday. Assistant Commissioner of Police Clifford Chambers said in a statement last week that three people have been arrested. Detectives…
· Michelle De Pacina
16 families purchase land to create first Hmong-owned and operated farm in US history
Hmong farmers with the Hmong American Farmers Association (HAFA) purchased 155 acres of land in Dakota County, Minnesota. The recent purchase of the land marks the first Hmong-owned and Hmong-operated farm in U.S. history. The founder of HAFA and its supporters collected grants…
· Ryan General
‘I am Chinese and I love my motherland forever’: Hong Kong opera star apologizes for praising Queen Elizabeth II
Veteran opera star Law Kar-ying publicly apologized after sparking outrage among nationalists in China for praising Britain’s late Queen Elizabeth II. Law was heavily criticized on Weibo after posting an image on Instagram of himself at the British consulate in Hong Kong to…
· Ryan General
Report: China’s unofficial ‘police stations’ operating under the radar in London, other parts of the world
Spain-based nonprofit Safeguard Defenders released a report on Sept. 12 accusing China of setting up unofficial police stations in London and other parts of the world. According to the report, China has set up 54 “overseas police service centers” worldwide operated by Chinese…
· Michelle De Pacina
2 Vietnamese psychiatric patients sentenced to death for running drug operation out of hospital
Two men were sentenced to death on Aug. 31 for storing, facilitating, using and selling over 15 kilograms (33 pounds) of drugs at the National Mental Hospital in Hanoi, Vietnam. Eight others, including patients, nurses, technicians and the department head, were involved in the…
· Rebecca Moon
American English teacher among group arrested in Taiwan for operating an amphetamine factory
An American English teacher and three Taiwanese men have been arrested for running an amphetamine factory in eastern Taiwan. Two of the men had previously been arrested last year; however, a tip revealed that they began another operation in Taitung City after being released. The…
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