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Video: Restaurant’s staff sent flying into the air during powerful storm in China
Strong winds in China’s central Hubei Province sent several men soaring through the air while they desperately clinged to a restaurant’s outdoor canopy. Caught on film: The incident, which was captured on video and has since gone viral on Chinese social media, shows powerful…
· Isa Peralta
‘One Piece’ live-action adaptation gets first trailer from Netflix
Netflix has released a teaser trailer for its upcoming live-action adaptation of “One Piece.” About the teaser: On Sunday, the streaming giant took to social media platforms such as Instagram and YouTube to share the teaser.
· Bryan Ke
Mother who abandoned dead infant inside kimchi container for 3 years sentenced to 7.5 years in jail
A Korean mother arrested late last year for abandoning the dead body of her infant daughter inside a plastic kimchi container was sentenced to prison on Thursday. Key details: The 35-year-old mother, identified only by her surname Seo, was handed her sentence of seven years and…
· Daniel Anderson
Upcoming rom-com ‘Worth the Wait’ stars all-Asian cast including Lana Condor, Ross Butler
An all-Asian ensemble cast has been announced for the upcoming indie romantic comedy “Worth the Wait.” The cast: Lana Condor (“To All the Boys” franchise), Andrew Koji (“Bullet Train“), Ross Butler (“Shazam! Fury of the Gods“), Sung Kang (“Fast and Furious” franchise) and Élodie…
· Michelle De Pacina
More than 100 SRO families in SF Chinatown rally against proposed budget cuts
Single room occupancy (SRO) tenants in San Francisco’s Chinatown protested against Mayor London Breed’s proposed budget cuts on Wednesday in fear of losing the funding meant to support their families. About the budget cut: Breed said “tough choices” must be made as the city…
· Bryan Ke
Husband of woman killed in Florida parasailing crash after captain cut tether files lawsuit
The husband of a woman killed in a parasailing incident in the Florida Keys last year is suing the people he believes are to blame for her death. Key details: According to the 68-page lawsuit Srinivasrao Alaparthi filed in Monroe County Circuit Court last week, the boat’s…
· Ryan General
Taiwanese ramen shop launches ramen with whole unpeeled frog on top
A ramen shop in central Taiwan sparked intrigue and controversy after unveiling its latest culinary creation. Hopping on a trend: Yuan Ramen (圓拉麵), a popular ramen shop in Yunlin, recently shared an image on Facebook featuring a whole frog floating in a bowl of noodles.
· Daniel Anderson
Netflix drops trailer for murder mystery K-drama ‘Celebrity’ starring Park Gyu-young
Netflix has released the first trailer for its murder mystery K-drama series “Celebrity.” The plot: The upcoming Netflix K-drama original was made in collaboration with South Korea’s Studio Dragon. It will center around the journey of Seo A-ri, a self-proclaimed lowlife as she…
· Michelle De Pacina
Japanese restaurant in Taiwan to serve durian tonkotsu ramen
A Japanese restaurant in Taiwan will be serving a limited-edition durian ramen. Durian lovers: The Shan He Tang Lamian restaurant in Kaohsiung announced the new dish made for durian lovers in a Facebook post on Tuesday. The owners of the restaurant created the dish due to their…
· Isa Peralta
Pixar releases teaser trailer for sci-fi adventure film ‘Elio” featuring Jameela Jamil
Pixar released a teaser trailer for its upcoming sci-fi adventure film “Elio” on Wednesday. About “Elio”: The film follows Elio Solis, an 11-year-old boy who struggles to fit in. His life turns upside down after he makes contact with aliens and is mistaken for the intergalactic…
· Isa Peralta
Netflix releases official trailer for graphic novel adaptation ‘Nimona’ starring Riz Ahmed, Eugene Lee Yang
Netflix released the official trailer for its upcoming animated film “Nimona” on Wednesday. About “Nimona”: The film follows a shapeshifter named Nimona (voiced by Chloë Grace Moretz) and her unlikely friendship with the villainous Ballister Blackheart (voiced by Riz Ahmed).
· Bryan Ke
‘Is Taiwan Not China?’: Lionel Messi encounters passport mix-up at Beijing airport
Lionel Messi was recently stopped from entering China ahead of a friendly Thursday match in Beijing due to a passport mishap. Key details: Messi, 35, arrived at Beijing Capital Airport with friends and security personnel via a private jet on Sunday.
· Ryan General
Wisconsin teacher accused of using anti-Asian slurs against student resigns
A high school band teacher in Wisconsin has resigned following allegations of harassment and discrimination. Under investigation: Robert Perkins, a band teacher at Wausau East High School, was accused of using racial and sexually dehumanizing slurs against an openly gay Asian…
· Daniel Anderson
‘Shortcomings’ trailer: Randall Park-directed comedy stars Justin H. Min, Sherry Cola, Ally Maki
Sony Pictures Classics has released the official trailer for Randall Park’s directorial debut “Shortcomings.” About the film: The comedy film, which premiered at the Sundance Film Festival earlier this year, is based on the graphic novel of the same name by Adrian Tomine.
· Daniel Anderson
Netflix pop-up restaurant in LA to be helmed by Ming Tsai, Ann Kim and Nadiya Hussain
Chefs Ming Tsai, Ann Kim and Nadiya Hussain are a few of the culinary stars set to headline Netflix’s upcoming pop-up restaurant in Los Angeles. About the event: Named Netflix Bites, diners will have the opportunity to taste epicurean creations showcased on Netflix shows such as…
· Michelle De Pacina
Japanese sushi chain sues teen for $480,000 for licking soy sauce bottle
A restaurant chain in Japan is suing a high school student for 67 million yen (approximately $480,000) for contaminating conveyor belt sushi as part of a “sushi terrorism” prank. The prank: In the now-deleted 48-second viral clip, the Japanese student can be seen at an Akindo…
· Carl Samson
California man drowns during Hawaii honeymoon, thieves steal couple’s belongings
Loved ones are mourning a California man who drowned while on his honeymoon in Hawaii earlier this month. What happened: Steven Phan, 49, drowned while snorkeling with his wife, Brittany Myers-Phan, off Electric Beach in Nanakuli on June 1. Bystanders pulled him to the shore and…
· Ryan General
Chinese airline to put flight attendants on ‘weight reduction plan’ if they exceed weight requirements
A Chinese airline is facing widespread criticism for imposing weight requirements on its flight attendants. Controversial policy: Hainan Airlines, one of the largest carriers in China, implemented a policy earlier this month that would prevent attendants from flying if their…
· Ryan General
Those who work with AI likelier to drink more, sleep less, study finds
Artificial intelligence (AI) in the workplace is taking a significant toll on employees’ physical and mental well-being, a new study has found. About the research: The study, published in the Journal of Applied Psychology on Monday, found that workers who interact with AI are…
· Editorial Staff
Malaysian student goes viral for making DIY air conditioner
A Malaysian university student has gone viral for building a DIY air conditioner using ice boxes and fans. About the makeshift air conditioner: On May 11, TikTok user Daniel (@danielltwoplus) shared a video of his innovative project.
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BTS connects to HYBE, Weverse, memberships, merch, and tickets.
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Person · Screen
Anna Sawai
Her 'Shogun' win cracked a category that had never gone to an Asian actor in 76 years of the Emmys — a ceiling break that arrived only once the industry let an Asian-led epic play in its own language.
Culture surface · Beauty
Beauty retail
Beauty retail is a culture-first entry point into the listed company behind it.
Person · Music
Dimash Qudaibergen
A Kazakh singer with a freakish multi-octave range conquered China's living rooms overnight and became Central Asia's most improbable soft-power export — a diaspora-of-one proving fandom now flows East before West.
IP · Anime
Haikyu!! films
Haikyu!! is the rare franchise that peaked commercially after its manga ended — the 2024 film cleared $100M worldwide and back-catalog sales grew ~50% post-conclusion, evidence that a well-timed theatrical event can reactivate a completed IP rather than merely close it out.
Platform · Platforms
Kakao Entertainment
Kakao Entertainment connects to Kakao and the broader platforms story around it.
Culture surface · Platforms
Kling AI
Kling AI connects to Kuaishou and the broader platforms story around it.
Culture surface · Platforms
Kuaishou
Kuaishou connects to Kuaishou and the broader platforms story around it.
Culture surface · Platforms
Kwai
Kwai connects to Kuaishou and the broader platforms story around it.
Culture surface · Retail
Lifestyle retail
Lifestyle retail connects to Miniso and the broader retail story around it.
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Culture · brand
Uniqlo
Uniqlo connects to Fast Retailing, the company behind the stores, basics, and repeat buying habit.
Culture · routine / beauty brands
K-beauty
K-beauty connects to companies built around skincare routines, hero products, and travel retail.
Culture · platform
Weverse
Weverse connects to HYBE, the platform where memberships, merch, content, and fandom access keep moving after the song.
Company · Japan · TYO:7832
Bandai Namco Holdings
Bandai Namco sits behind toys, anime IP, games, and licensing that turn fandom into everyday consumer products.
Company · China · HKEX:1024
Kuaishou
Kuaishou is China's number-two short-video platform, where livestream selling turned everyday creators into a shopping channel and rewired how goods get sold.
Company · India · NSE:ZEEL
Zee Entertainment
Zee is one of India's largest media networks — the TV channels and ZEE5 streaming that carry Bollywood and regional-language entertainment to a billion viewers and the diaspora.
Company · Japan · TYO:9983
Fast Retailing
Fast Retailing matters because Uniqlo is an everyday consumer habit, not just a stock story.
Company · Korea · KOSDAQ:035900
JYP Entertainment
JYP is tied to groups that drive albums, tours, subscriptions, merch, and international fan activity.
Company · Korea · KOSDAQ:041510
SM Entertainment
SM is tied to idol groups, tours, fan clubs, and the long-running system behind some of K-pop's most recognizable acts.
Company · Korea · KOSDAQ:122870
YG Entertainment
YG connects global K-pop attention to touring, brand deals, fan demand, and artist-centered entertainment revenue.
Company · China · NYSE:BABA
Alibaba
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.
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.
Fast Retailing · Fashion · TYO:9983
Your Uniqlo basics keep you coming back.
This shows up when you go back to Uniqlo for another pack of basics instead of treating the brand like a one-time fashion buy.
NetEase · Streaming · HKEX:9999
Your playlist depends on deals you never see.
NetEase helps explain gaming, music streaming, and online entertainment habits in Chinese consumer culture.
CJ ENM · Entertainment · KOSDAQ:035760
Before the first song drops, H//PE Princess already has a global Warner deal.
A debut deal matters less than whether the group turns into repeat listening, touring, merch, and fandom across markets.
Explainer · Sanrio
Hello Kitty is not just something you buy anymore. Sanrio wants you to play inside the world.
Sanrio shows how character fandom becomes retail, licensing, collabs, parks, and global consumer demand.
Explainer · Amorepacific
K-beauty won the Amazon cart. The real prize is your second bottle.
The first sale matters less than the repeat routine. If a product sticks, the brand can keep winning on replenishment, retail placement, and cross-market demand.