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13 Asians Who Totally Nailed the #KyloRenChallenge
If you’ve seen “Star Wars: Episode VIII – The Last Jedi“, chances are you’re all-too familiar with this: The now infamous scene became an instant meme, and “Ben Swolo” was born.
· Bryan Ke
Elderly Woman to Keep Flintstones-Themed House After Settling Years-Long Battle With Town in $125K Lawsuit
Florence Fang and her family can now keep their Flintstones-themed house after settling a lawsuit with their town, which claimed the dinosaur sculptures and landscaping changes violated local code. What happened: The controversy started in 2017 when a code enforcement officer…
· Thy Nguyen
Naomi Osaka, H.E.R. and Silk Sonic Take Home Wins at 2021 BET Awards
Several stars of Black and AAPI descent, from Naomi Osaka and H.E.R. to Silk Sonic, received awards during this year’s Black Entertainment Television (BET) Awards. Nominees and winners: The award show took place at the Microsoft Theater in Los Angeles on June 27, according to…
· Bryan Ke
‘Snake Eyes’ Team Had ‘Questions’ Over Henry Golding Casting Because of Rom-Com Roles
The “G.I. Joe” team raised some “questions” about the decision to cast Henry Golding as Snake Eyes due to his romantic comedy (rom-com) past, a producer in the upcoming origins movie revealed. Movie genre past: Lorenzo di Bonaventura made the revelation in an interview with…
· Carl Samson
Man Arrested for Mugging, Assaulting Elderly Asian Lyft Driver at Gunpoint in LA County
A man accused of pistol-whipping and robbing a 67-year-old Asian Lyft driver in South El Monte, Calif., is now in custody, the Los Angeles Sheriff’s Department (LASD) announced on Wednesday. Caught on camera: Dashcam footage shows the suspect, identified as Dandre Lorenz Powell,…
· Carl Samson
Two Men Arrested After Punching Asian Couple at Ontario Mills Mall
Two men were arrested in Ontario, CA for allegedly assaulting an Asian couple after a verbal altercation about social distancing. The incident, which left the victims with visible injuries, occurred inside a Levi’s store at the Ontario Mills mall at 5:15 p.m. on April 4.
· Waylae Gregoire
Who is David Markovich and Why Did He Go Viral on Clubhouse Last Night?
On Wednesday night on the popular and exclusive platform Clubhouse, a man named David Markovich became the most hated character on the platform. I don’t know what any of this means but I think I am supposed to hate David Markovich, a person I did not know existed
· Ryan General
Chinese-American Virologist Who Helped Identify the Cause of AIDS Dies at Age 73
World-renowned scientist Dr. Flossie Wong-Staal passed away due to pneumonia at the Jacobs Medical Center in La Jolla, San Diego on July 8, La Jolla Light reported. The life of a hero: The 73-year-old Chinese American virologist and molecular biologist, who saved countless lives…
· Bryan Ke
Designer Vera Wang Appears to Have Drunk From the Fountain of Youth at 70
Bridal gown designer Vera Wang is making jaws drop for her amazingly youthful appearance.
· Carl Samson
Japanese Man Allegedly Kills Girlfriend in San Jose Airbnb
A Japanese man is facing life imprisonment over the alleged murder of his girlfriend at an Airbnb property in San Jose, California. Ryoichi Fuseya, 25, was arrested on Feb. 19, a day after his girlfriend, Yuiko Takaoka, 26, was found lifeless at the rental cottage on Mountain…
· Bryan Ke
Chinese-Italian Man Shows He’s ‘Not a Virus’ by Giving Away Free Hugs
A Chinese Italian man has gone viral for creating a touching video in response to the racism and discrimination faced by many Asians around the world amid the novel coronavirus (2019-nCoV) outbreak. In the video posted by a group called the Italian-Chinese Youth Union,…
· Jin Hyun
Meet the Real-Life Hustler Who Inspired Constance Wu’s Character Destiny
When “Hustlers” hit the big screen, all eyes were on Constance Wu and Jennifer Lopez. Audiences flocked to cinemas to see the film about the famed crew of female sex workers who devised the notorious scheme to drug and swindle Wall Street big shots out of hundreds of thousands.…
· Ernestine Siu
People are Outraged Awkwafina Got Snubbed by the Oscars for ‘The Farewell’
Only hours after the 2020 Oscar nominations were released, the internet is outraged over news that actress Awkwafina has been snubbed for a nomination. Things seem to be looking up for the Asian American community in entertainment, especially after Awkwafina made history as the…
· Carl Samson
Chinese Mom Has Heart Attack Because Her Son Couldn’t Do a Math Problem
A woman in Hubei, central China ended up fighting for her life after losing her cool at her son who struggled over a math problem. The mother, identified as Wang, got frustrated with her third-grader while trying to help him with his homework on Nov. 1, according to People’s…
· Ryan General
J-Lo Defends Constance Wu from Haters, Says She’s Definitely NOT a Diva
Jennifer Lopez has come to the defense of her “Hustlers” co-star Constance Wu, saying that she’s no diva. In the film, which is set to open this weekend, Lopez plays the role of dancer Ramona, best friend of Wu’s character Destiny.
· Jin Hyun
Constance Wu Learns to Pole Dance in Official ‘Hustlers’ Trailer
The first trailer for the highly anticipated film “Hustlers” has finally dropped, showcasing its star studded cast including Jennifer Lopez, Lili Reinhart, Keke Palmer, Cardi B, Lizzo, and Constance Wu. Set to the upbeat tune of “Money” by Cardi B, the trailer opens with Lopez’s…
· Ryan General
Police Chief Fired After Mayor of Manila Steps in Human Poop
Manila Mayor Isko Moreno has been making rounds in the Philippine capital since he took office a week ago and made an unpleasant discovery at the Bonifacio Monument. The newly-elected mayor, who has vowed to fulfill his vision of a clean, vibrant Manila, recently inspected the…
· Ryan General
Constance Wu’s Character in ‘Hustlers’ Finally Revealed
Constance Wu has unveiled a sneak peek of her character “Destiny” in the upcoming female-led heist film “Hustlers.” The 37-year-old actress revealed a few shots of her character via a short clip uploaded to her Instagram account.
· Ryan General
The Philippines Thanks Vietnam After 22 Filipino Fishermen Are Rescued at Sea
“Vietnam. Philippines. Friends.” Those were the three words that saved the 22 Filipino fishermen from certain death after their boat was sunk by a speeding Chinese ship and left on their own on June 10. According to Philippine officials, the Philippine boat was anchored in the…
· Ryan General
YouTuber Brings Walmart Employee to Tears After ‘Firing’ Her in Cruel Prank
YouTubers behind the channel “Joel and Lauren TV” have received backlash for reducing a Walmart employee to tears after pretending to “fire” her in a video. Lauren Love and her partner, Joel Ashley, whose channel has over 1.3 million subscribers, are known for posting “prank”…