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· Grace Kim
Interview: Choi Min-sik of ‘Big Bet,’ ‘Oldboy’ urges preservation of Korean culture in films as global demand surges
The demand for South Korean entertainment shows no signs of slowing down anytime soon. Korean culture has become a global phenomenon, with BTS‘ ARMY and other K-pop fandoms driving explosive growth and shows like Netflix’s “Squid Game” setting unprecedented viewership records.
· Michelle De Pacina
Protestors gather at Chinese ‘police station’ in NYC to demand CCP stop spying on Chinese diaspora
Dozens of protesters gathered outside an informal Chinese police station in Chinatown on Saturday to demand the Chinese Communist Party (CCP) stop spying on the Chinese community in New York City. More than 60 protestors rallied outside ChangLe Association Inc. on 107 East…
· Ryan General
Sony loses millions after rejecting China’s demand to remove Statue of Liberty from new ‘Spider-Man’ film
Sony reportedly walked away from a potential $170 million-$340 million in sales after rejecting China’s request to delete scenes featuring the Statue of Liberty. The China Film Administration wanted Sony and Marvel Studios to take out the American landmark, which is prominently…
· Ryan General
‘White Savior’?: Lawyer of all-girls Afghan robotics team demands Oklahoma woman stop taking credit for their rescue
A lawyer representing an all-girls robotics team who fled Afghanistan has sent a formal cease-and-desist letter to an Oklahoma woman to stop her from taking credit for their rescue. Tragedy for personal gain: Digital Citizen Fund (DCF), the parent organization that oversaw the…
· Ryan General
‘Chinese Backstreet Boys’: BTS fans demand apology from Dominican radio show over racist comments
Hosts of a radio show in the Dominican Republic are under fire for ignorant remarks made on-air about members of Korean supergroup BTS. A barrage of insults: Program “Esto No Es Radio” has earned the wrath of many BTS fans (AKA the ARMY) after ridiculing the popular boyband and…
· Bryan Ke
U.S. House of Representatives Passes Uyghur Bill Demanding Sanctions on Chinese Officials
A bill that would require the Trump administration to toughen its stance on China’s crackdown against Uyghur Muslims in Xinjiang has been approved by the U.S. House of Representatives on Tuesday. The bill, called the Uyghur Act of 2019, calls for President Donald Trump to impose…
· Editorial Staff
At Least 25 Global Brands Have Apologized to China Since 2017
Less than two weeks into October, over half a dozen U.S. organizations have kowtowed to political pressure from China, acknowledging the purchasing power of the world’s largest population and second-largest economy. The controversy involving the NBA has effectively stung a…
· Carl Samson
U.S. Airlines Cave on China’s Demands to Rename Taiwan on Websites
Four U.S. airlines renamed “Taiwan” in compliance with China’s mandate to reflect its rule over the island or risk unpleasant repercussions. The affected carriers reportedly include American Airlines, Delta Air Lines, United Airlines and Hawaiian Airlines.
· Jane Nam
Takashi Murakami releases new NFTs a week after apologizing to his previous NFT investors for crashing prices
Famed Japanese artist Takashi Murakami released his newest collection of NFTS called “Lucky Cat Coin Bank” on June 14 despite apologizing to his crypto investors earlier this month for “stagnant” prices. The newest drop features pixelated versions of the iconic Japanese…
· Carl Samson
Over 50,000 petition to bar Donnie Yen as Oscar presenter over his support for CCP
Over 50,000 people have signed a petition demanding the Academy Awards Committee to withdraw its invitation to Donnie Yen to present an Oscar due to his support for the Chinese government. Yen, 59, was among those named last week as a presenter for the 95th Academy Awards, which…
· Michelle De Pacina
Japan’s birth rate plunges to new record low; politician blames citizens’ lack of ‘romantic ability’
Japan’s birth rate has plunged to a new record low, undermining the country’s initiatives to remedy its aging population. According to Japan’s health ministry, the total number of births declined to 799,728 in 2022, which is down 5.1% from a year earlier. The birth rate is the…
· Michelle De Pacina
Texas lawmaker doubles down on attack questioning Rep. Judy Chu’s loyalty to US
Texas Republican Rep. Lance Gooden (R, TX-5) has doubled down on his attack against Rep. Judy Chu (D, CA-27) amid the denouncement of his “racist” remarks that questioned the loyalty of Chu to the U.S. by leaders of a House select committee on China. On Sunday, Gooden tweeted…
· Michelle De Pacina
Texas lawmaker denounced over ‘racist’ remarks questioning Rep. Judy Chu’s loyalty to US
House Democrats are demanding an apology from Rep. Lance Gooden (R, TX-5) over his “racist” remarks that questioned the loyalty of Rep. Judy Chu (D, CA-27) to the U.S. In an appearance on Fox News’ “Jesse Watters Primetime” on Wednesday, Gooden said that Chu, the first Chinese…
· Ryan General
Nigel Ng signs multi-platform deal with FilmRise to bring ‘Uncle Roger’ to wider audience
Uncle Roger is set to hit the mainstream by going multi-platform. Comedian Nigel Ng, known for his viral middle-aged Asian online persona, has inked a partnership with TV and streaming network FilmRise to turn his “Uncle Roger” online series into an episodic format show.
· Bryan Ke
Chinese drama apologizes for using photo of BLACKPINK’s Rosé to depict sex worker
The production team behind the Chinese drama “Justice in the Dark” has apologized for using a picture of BLACKPINK’s Rosé to depict a sex worker. The apology came after a screenshot of the photo used in a “Justice in the Dark” episode began circulating online, igniting outrage…
· Michelle De Pacina
Elon Musk says Tesla’s Chinese rivals ‘work hardest, smartest’
Elon Musk said that Tesla’s closest competitor is likely a Chinese company as they “work the hardest and the smartest.” On Tesla’s earnings call on Wednesday, Musk said that Tesla’s recent price cuts were stimulating demand in China and that the company will continue to cut…
· Iris Jung
Michelle Yeoh in Palm Springs Film Festival acceptance speech: ‘Representation matters’
Actress Michelle Yeoh spoke on representation during her acceptance speech at the 2023 Palm Springs International Film Festival (PSIFF) on Thursday. The renowned actress — who wore Schiaparelli’s Fall 2022 couture collection — was the recipient of the International Star Award…
· Iris Jung
Sony says the PlayStation 5 shortage is over
Sony Interactive Entertainment CEO Jim Ryan has announced the PlayStation 5 (PS5) shortage is over. During their annual CES press conference, which was streamed on Wednesday, Ryan thanked those who have been waiting for a PS5.
· Bryan Ke
Taraneh Alidoosti: Iran releases actor jailed for condemning execution of protestor
Prominent Iranian actor Taraneh Alidoosti was recently released on bail after being detained for criticizing the Iranian government, her lawyer announced. The news of Alidoosti’s release was reportedly shared in an Instagram Story by her mother, Nadereh Hakim Elahi, on Wednesday.
· Ines Shin
Videos show bodies in China being burned on the streets as crematoriums fill up due to COVID surge
Before you read: China’s lack of transparency on COVID outbreak sparks international concern US announces negative COVID test requirement for travelers from China COVID cases skyrocket in China following easing of zero-COVID policy Families in China are resorting to unauthorized…
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