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· Carl Samson
Sydney activist sparks outrage over ‘F*ck Xi Jinping’ sign in Asian market
Drew Pavlou, a 20-year-old activist running for Queensland’s Senate, incensed crowds at a shopping area in Sydney when he showed up with a “F*ck Xi Jinping” sign on Saturday. Video from the daring stunt shows at least three people yelling expletives at Pavlou, who claimed that…
· Bryan Ke
Chinese woman in Australia filmed ripping down Tiananmen Square posters, denying Uyghur ‘camps’ claim
A Chinese woman was filmed tearing down several posters that were created to support Hong Kong’s democracy from the Lennon Wall at the University of Queensland in Brisbane, Australia. The woman allegedly dismissed the events that occurred during the 1989 Tiananmen Square…
· Ryan General
Australian Open reverses ban after outcry over confiscation of fans’ ‘Where is Peng Shuai?’ shirts
A viral Tiktok showed security officers at the Australian Open confiscating fans’ shirts and banners that expressed support to Chinese athlete Peng Shuai. After facing heavy criticism, the Australian Open organizers released a statement saying fans are not allowed to hold…
· Bryan Ke
Naomi Osaka responds to critics in latest Instagram Q&A: ‘IDGAF anymore’
Naomi Osaka, 24, slammed her critics in a recent Instagram Stories Q&A, saying "IDGAF anymore" about their comments. For her 2022 goal, Osaka plans to approach the new year with a less worrisome mindset and "find a way to enjoy the game [tennis] again." Star tennis player Naomi…
· Carl Samson
Naomi Osaka is Now the Highest-Paid Female Athlete Ever After Earning $37.4 Million
Naomi Osaka has topped Maria Sharapova to become the highest-paid female athlete in history. Over the last year, the 22-year-old tennis star reportedly earned $37.4 million in prizes and endorsements, according to Forbes.
· Bryan Ke
Naomi Osaka is Giving Up U.S. Citizenship to Compete for Japan at 2020 Olympics
Tennis superstar Naomi Osaka has officially announced that she will give up her U.S. citizenship to play for Japan in the upcoming 2020 Olympics. The 21-year-old athlete, who was born to a Japanese mother and Haitian father, says becoming a Japanese citizen and representing her…
· Carl Samson
Japanese Comedians Won’t Apologize to Naomi Osaka For Saying She ‘Needs Bleach’
A Japanese comedy duo apologized after reportedly saying that tennis star Naomi Osaka “needed some bleach.” The pair, known as “A Masso,” reportedly made the comment during a live event on Sunday, the same day Osaka won the Pan Pacific Open — her first trophy since the…
· Editorial Staff
Naomi Osaka Will Have to Choose Whether She’s American or Japanese in 9 Months
Naomi Osaka has a literal deadline on her hands of whether to be Japanese or American. A lot of attention has been given to Osaka before when it comes to her race. Her mother is Japanese and her father is Haitian, and while she was born in Japan, she has lived the majority of…
· Carl Samson
Naomi Osaka Shuts Down Reporter Who Asked Her to Speak in Japanese
Naomi Osaka politely dismissed a reporter’s request that she speak in Japanese, drawing support from thousands of Japanese netizens. The 21-year-old tennis star heard the request during an interview with Japanese TV over the weekend, just after winning this year’s Australian…
· Ryan General
Naomi Osaka Becomes The First Asian World #1 Player After Winning Australian Open
Naomi Osaka won her second straight major title via a dramatic victory over Czech Petra Kvitova at the Australian Open final on Saturday. After winning her back-to-back Grand Slam titles, the 21-year-old Japanese-Haitian tennis star became the first Asian world number one…
· Ryan General
Rising Tennis Star From Japan to Face Serena Williams in the U.S. Open Final
Naomi Osaka rose to international prominence last year after defeating U.S. Open defending champion Angelique Kerber in the very first round through a stellar upset. Now, the 20-year-old rising tennis star is shooting for the very title herself as she takes on six-time champion…
· Ryan General
He Played Tennis Because of an Eye Disorder, Now He’s the First Korean in a Grand Slam Quarter Final
There is no stopping 21-year-old Hyeon “the Professor” Chung in Melbourne, Australia. After delivering an impressive upset in defeating six-time champion Novak Djokovic during the Australian Open on Monday, South Korean Hyeon Chung went on to prove his mettle by defeating…
· Carl Samson
Japanese Tennis Star Schools Reporter Who Ignored That She’s Half Black
Tennis star Naomi Osaka, 20, kept a reporter in check after throwing her a question that neglected her Haitian roots. Upon winning the third round of the Australian Open against Ashleigh Barty (6-4, 6-2) on Jan. 20, Osaka spoke to a male reporter who wanted to know what her…