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· King Malleta
Why Japanese People Love Wearing Surgical Masks in Public
If you’ve ever been to Japan, you might notice the Japanese affinity for surgical masks. Aside from hygienic purposes and to avoid pollen allergies during the to spring season, there are other reasons why a lot of Japanese people can’t leave the house without wearing their masks.
· Ryan General
White People in the U.K. Get Scared When Japanese Tourists Wear Flu Masks
For more than a decade now, many Japanese have become accustomed to wearing flu masks whenever they step outside. While some wear them as protection from airborne diseases, dust, or the cold breeze, others wear them mostly as a fashion accessory.
· admin
Inside a Chinese Factory that Makes the Insanely Popular Donald Trump Masks
America’s Election Day ended last week but the series of protests from anti-Trump supporters is just starting. Whether you are a Donald Trump supporter or not, the whole world is truly affected by his surprising win. One Shenzhen factory received an overload of requests for…
· Ryan General
Donald Trump Masks Are Selling Like Hot Cakes in Japan and No One Knows Why
Creepy Donald Trump masks are now a huge hit in Japan with the most popular line of rubber masks having been sold out in just one day after Trump’s victory in the U.S. election. The masks were created by Ogawa Studios, one of the country’s most popular mask manufacturers.…
· Editorial Staff
Chewbacca Masks Are Fetching Up to $1,000 Online Because of This Woman
Last week, the following video became by Candace Payne became the most popular Facebook Live video of all-time — beating Buzzfeed’s famous watermelon video by a landslide. It’s the simple joys in life….
· Laura Dang
Artist Reveals Who is Really Under the Masks of Famous Characters
Alex Solis, an artist living in Chicago, created a series of witty illustrations called “Icons Unmasked” that unveil the surprising and some not-so-surprising characters that disguise themselves as other pop culture icons. The artist took on famous characters such as Grumpy Cat,…
· Khier Casino
Indonesian Company Admits to Causing Oil Spill the Size of Paris in Borneo
A March 31 oil spill in Borneo that stemmed from a pipeline run by state-owned company Pertamina is now the size of the city of Paris. Pertamina tried to be slick by denying responsibility for the disaster. But a report released on April 4 by the Ministry of Environment and…
· Carl Samson
Malaysia Makes Chinese Rapper Regret ‘Threatening Peace’ in Music Video
Malaysian authorities detained a famous ethnic Chinese rapper on Thursday after hearing complaints that his new music video insulted Islam and threatened peace. Wee Meng Chee, more commonly known as Namewee, released a new song titled “Like a Dog” in time for the Lunar New Year.
· Ryan General
North Korean Cheerleaders Set New Standards for #SquadGoals at the Olympics
The North Korean cheer squad is definitely a sight to behold at this year’s Winter Games in Pyeongchang. At the women’s ice hockey at the PyeongChang Winter Olympics, North Koreans cheer: Go for it, go for it, our players, go for it! pic.twitter.com/ELTt4T7VXn — Anna Fifield…
· Ryan General
Malaysian Couple Takes Breathtaking Wedding Photos Inside an Active Volcano
Against the backdrop of smoke and ashen rocks, an Asian couple’s wedding photoshoot inside an actual volcano has turned out to be nothing short of magical. With the expertise of renowned Malaysian photographer Keow Wee Loong, couple Danny Ong and Krystle Tee pulled off some…
· Kyle Encina
Make-Up Artist Reveals How to Get ‘Glass Skin’ in Viral Skin-care Routine
Aspiring Asian-American make-up artist Ellie Choi’s cosmetic tips are going viral after she showcased her secrets to getting a clear and pore-less face that netizens are describing as “glass skin.” The Los Angeles local has been getting a lot of attention on her Instagram…
· Kyle Encina
Air Pollution in San Francisco is Now as Bad as Beijing
The San Francisco Bay Area is being engulfed in hazardous levels of air pollution as meteorologists predicted that it’s only going to get worse on Friday and Saturday after the wildfires that started in Napa and Sonoma, California. The pollution in the region is being described…
· Carl Samson
Japanese Beauty Ad Angers Netizens For ‘Ugly Shaming’ Asian Man
One Japanese beauty ad is drawing flak for its merciless take on what happens to the “unattractive”. Released earlier in September, the ad endorses Lohas Pharmaceutical Company’s Alface line of facial masks, which apparently promises instant beauty.
· Kyle Encina
Popular Korean Skincare Brand Opens First Store in the U.S. and Sephora Better Recognize
Korea’s popular skincare brand Innisfree just opened its first U.S. branch on September 15, and it’s bringing along its massive 900 item selection to Union Square in New York City. Innisfree is known for its extensive range of beauty products at extremely affordable prices.
· Kyle Encina
‘Hair Nails’ is Now a Thing and We Are At Peak 2017
Seeing nails painted with faces might sound creepy, but South Korean illusion artist Dain Yoon’s latest artistic display just took that idea to the next level by adding hair. Matildain 🕊
· Ryan General
Japan Has the Most Epic Baby Shower Gift Called Diaper Sushi
Diaper Sushi, a special nappy which takes the form of everyone’s favorite Japanese dish, has become a massive hit in Japan since making its debut back in 2012. The product, which has become the ultimate baby shower gift in Japan, consists of a variety of “ingredients” too, much…
· Ryan General
Pakistani-American Invents Board Game About Arranged Marriages
A new board game aims to shed light on how families in some cultures still pressure young people into the age-old tradition of arranged marriages. Taking inspiration from her own life experience, Pakistani-American designer Nashra Balagamwala created “Arranged!”.
· Jenny Shay
How Rich FOBs and Asian Yuppies Are Gentrifying Chinatown
Born in China and raised in middle-of-nowhere Pleasanton, California, making the trek to San Francisco had always been a privilege that expanded my young mind and helped me reconnect with my cultural roots. Beyond visits to the California Academy of Sciences and Fisherman’s…
· Naomi Lee
Korean Skin Care and The Insidious Quest For Pale Skin
Chances are, you’ve heard about the Korean beauty industry. Maybe your favorite beauty vloggers tried out the infamous Korean 10 step skin care method, or perhaps you’ve noticed Sephora’s expanding Korean beauty section. Ingredients that I like to call, “So Weird They Must Work,…
· Kyle Encina
Japanese Restaurant Unveils Bizarre ‘Idol Sweat-Flavored’ Chicken Meal
A Japanese restaurant chain came up with a very unusual chicken meal that’s seasoned with “girl sweat”. Take-out restaurant Tenka Torimasu is well-known for their karaage, which is a Japanese meal involving breaded chicken fillet.