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‘Cowardly and unconscionable’: Olivia Munn and Asian American women speak out after racist Zoombombing
An online gathering of Asian American women and allies aiming to tackle anti-Asian hate that was organized by the National Asian Pacific American Women’s Forum and included actress Olivia Munn was interrupted by a racist Zoombombing. Munn said the Zoombomber “momentarily…
· Carl Samson
Man arrested for shoving elderly Asian woman in unprovoked Oakland Chinatown attack
Authorities have arrested a man they say was the assailant in an unprovoked attack on an elderly Asian woman in Oakland’s Chinatown that occured on Jan. 10. The incident was caught on surveillance camera and showed the 66-year-old victim, who sustained minor scrapes, being…
· Jiselle Lee
Why we should thank our local Asian American reporters: Gia Vang, Chenue Her and Dion Lim keep marching forward in the face of racism
Asian American reporters, who have become watchdogs for the communities they serve, often receive the brunt of online anti-Asian hate. Local news anchors Gia Vang (Minneapolis), Chenue Her (Des Moines) and Dion Lim (San Francisco) spoke to NextShark about the racism and…
· Sarah Yukiko
‘It really starts with one person’: Eva Chen talks anti-Asian hate and the power of self-acceptance
Bestselling children’s book author and fashion influencer Eva Chen discusses her latest book, “I Am Golden,” which explores her Chinese identity. The experience of living through the anti-Asian hate of the COVID19 pandemic pushed Chen to write a book that she hopes inspires…
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Supreme Court to hear cases alleging Harvard, UNC admissions discriminates against Asian students
The Supreme Court agreed to hear cases on the consideration of race as a factor in college admissions at Harvard University and the University of North Carolina. The Students for Fair Admissions (SFFA) is pushing for the court to repeal its 2003 ruling in Grutter v. Bollinger,…
· Carl Samson
East Asia could be flooded by ‘rivers in the sky’ due to climate change, scientists warn
Researchers used model simulations to predict behaviors of atmospheric rivers under different climate change outcomes. A study found that an increase of 7.2 degrees Fahrenheit (4 degrees Celsius) would result in “unprecedented extreme rainfall” in East Asia. The greatest…
· Editorial Staff
Daughter of NYC elderly woman beaten in broad daylight weighs in on new anti-Asian racism film
“The Race Epidemic” documentary aims to memorialize the surge in anti-Asian hate crimes throughout the pandemic. Vilma Kari, an elderly hate crime victim, and her daughter Liz urge readers to watch the film, support it and continue speaking out against racism. The nonprofit…
· Bryan Ke
Delaware lawmaker who called Asian women ‘ch*nks’ resigns after PTSD diagnosis
State Rep. Gerald Brady (D-Del.), who sent an email containing an anti-Asian slur and sexist remark in June 2021, announced he will step down from his position as Delaware's fourth district representative effective February. Brady revealed in a statement that he was diagnosed…
· Carl Samson
‘You people killed my people’: NYC parolee charged after calling Asian man slur, blaming him for ‘virus’
Tandika Wright, 35, has been accused of hurling an anti-Asian slur and then blaming the victim for “the virus.” She has about 35 prior arrests and is currently on parole for an attempted manslaughter conviction. She has been charged with aggravated harassment based on race or…
· Ryan General
Beauty influencer apologizes for using anti-Asian slur in makeup tutorial video
A video tutorial shared by makeup brand Juvia’s Place sparked online backlash over the use of an anti-Asian slur. In the video, influencer Maggie Carrie explains that she drew her eyeliner in a certain way to give her eyes a “ch*nky look.” In response to the criticism, both…
· Carl Samson
‘Asian Lives Matter’: Protest against anti-Asian attacks erupts in NYC Chinatown after Michelle Go vigil
More than 100 protesters reportedly gathered in Chinatown to denounce the rise in anti-Asian attacks. While Michelle Go’s death is currently not being investigated as a hate crime, it has nonetheless worsened fears of violence throughout Asian American communities. Protesters…
· Bryan Ke
Penn Law moves to sanction Amy Wax, professor who said US ‘better off’ with fewer Asians
The dean of University of Pennsylvania Carey Law School, Ted Ruger, announced Tuesday he would invoke a faculty review to sanction law professor Amy Wax for her recent anti-Asian immigrant comments. “Her conduct has generated multiple complaints from members of our community…
· Carl Samson
‘No one is just one thing’: Michelle Li doubles down against racism, launches Very Asian Foundation to amplify AAPI voices
Michelle Li, a news anchor with KSDK in St. Louis, received a call on New Year’s Day from a viewer who complained about her mentioning dumpling soup. The viewer called Li “very Asian,” a phrase that quickly morphed into a movement as politicians, journalists, celebrities,…
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Vancouver police seek witnesses to ‘disturbing attack’ on young Asian woman
Surveillance footage released by the Vancouver Police Department shows a 22-year-old woman strolling outside of Hotel Georgia on West Georgia Street when a man walking in the opposite direction grabs her. The young woman can be seen on camera being thrown against the wall…
· Editorial Staff
Asian American entrepreneur running for CA State Controller wants kids to learn finances starting in high school
California has long been one of the most innovative, forward-thinking states in the nation. From technology to arts and entertainment, to scientific achievements, our spirit and drive sets us apart. As Controller, I will work hard to secure a brighter future for our state,…
· Carl Samson
75-year-old Asian woman injured after being tackled to the ground from behind in unprovoked NYC assault
The victim, 75, was tackled to the concrete pavement for no apparent reason. The incident, which was caught on surveillance video, shows the suspect fleeing the scene after shoving the victim. It occurred a day before Korean American Day, when another Korean victim got robbed…
· Michelle De Pacina
Teen arrested for allegedly participating in group attack on Asian man in NYC
Jordan McNamara, an 18-year-old man from Manhattan, was arrested on Friday for allegedly participating in a group attack against a 30-year-old Asian man in New York City last year. The suspect was not charged with a hate crime. Authorities are currently seeking one of the other…
· Carl Samson
‘Because I’m God’: Man who shoved Asian woman to her death on NYC subway has decades-long rap sheet
Simon Martial, 61, allegedly shoved Michelle Alyssa Go, 40, in front of an oncoming subway train in New York City on Saturday. A second woman told police that Martial initially approached her, and she believed he would push her onto the tracks. Martial has been arrested 10 times…
· Jiselle Lee
Report: A third of Asians in San Gabriel Valley experienced anti-Asian hate during the pandemic
About a third of Asian Americans in California’s San Gabriel Valley said they or their family members have experienced anti-Asian hate during the COVID-19 pandemic, according to a survey released by Advancing Justice – Los Angeles on Wednesday. About 37% of survey respondents…
· Maina Chen
Former Subtle Asian Traits memer, now Twitch cook, goes viral for explaining the internet to Gordon Ramsay
When Twitch streamer Tricia Wang introduced herself as a contestant on the competitive reality cooking show “Next Level Chef,” Michelin-starred chef and host Gordon Ramsay responded with “What the f*ck is Twitch?” Wang went viral on the Asian Facebook group “Subtle Asian Traits”…
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Company · Japan · TYO:2801
Kikkoman
Kikkoman is how Japanese flavor went global — the soy sauce that became a default condiment on Western tables and made 'umami' a kitchen word.
Company · Singapore · NASDAQ:GRAB
Grab
Grab is the everyday super-app of Southeast Asia — rides, food, and payments in one wallet across eight countries, the way hundreds of millions actually move and eat.
Company · Singapore · NYSE:SE
Sea Ltd
Sea is Southeast Asia's culture-and-commerce giant — Garena's Free Fire defined mobile gaming for the region while Shopee reshaped how it shops.
Company · Japan · TYO:4911
Shiseido
Shiseido is the standard-bearer of J-beauty — a 150-year-old house whose skincare rituals and prestige brands shape beauty across Asia and beyond.
Company · China · HKEX:0700
Tencent
Tencent ties gaming, messaging, streaming, and social habits to one of Asia's biggest internet companies.
Company · China · NASDAQ:TCOM
Trip.com Group
Trip.com Group is Asia's largest online travel agency — the booking layer behind the region's outbound tourism boom, from Ctrip in China to Skyscanner worldwide.
Alibaba · Platforms · NYSE:BABA
The Grammys created an award for Asian pop. BTS said no.
Alibaba is China's commerce-and-entertainment backbone — Taobao and Tmall shopping habits fund Youku streaming and Alibaba Pictures, tying online spending to what China watches.
Jollibee Foods Corporation · Food · PSE:JFC
Jollibee is turning nostalgia into stores.
This shows up when a meal that feels like home is no longer just your hometown stop but the same Jollibee run you can repeat in more places across Southeast Asia.
Explainer · Jollibee Foods Corporation
If Jollibee feels like home, that feeling is spreading across Southeast Asia.
This shows up when a meal that feels like home is no longer just your hometown stop but the same Jollibee run you can repeat in more places across Southeast Asia.