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Taiwan begins ban on single-use plastic cups nationwide
Taiwan’s ban on single-use plastic cups at drink shops took effect nationwide at the start of September in an effort to reduce plastic waste. The policy, spearheaded by the Ministry of Environment (MOENV), aims to eliminate the waste caused by the estimated 790 million…
· Ryan General
Hasan Minhaj reflects on losing ‘Daily Show’ gig after fabrication controversy
Hasan Minhaj recently revealed he was set to host Comedy Central’s “The Daily Show” until a New Yorker profile last year fact-checked the stories he has told in his stand-up specials, including ones recounting racist incidents, and sparked controversy. The resulting backlash…
· Carl Samson
Asian Americans have no bigger advocate than Trump, campaign says
Former President Donald Trump’s re-election campaign claimed on Wednesday that he is the community’s biggest advocate. The bold statement came after the release of a poll on Tuesday that showed Asian Americans overwhelmingly supporting Vice President Kamala Harris over Trump by…
· Carl Samson
Blackpink’s Jennie teases solo comeback with viral campaign
Blackpink’s Jennie has sparked hype for her solo comeback by teasing fans with an ingenious move that quickly went viral. On Wednesday, the 28-year-old idol posted a teaser video on Instagram, which showed her posting a sign that read, “calling all pretty girls,” along with…
· Michelle De Pacina
India detects first case of deadlier mpox virus strain in Kerala
India has reported its first case of the more severe Clade Ib strain of mpox, raising global concerns due to the strain’s rapid spread. The case was detected in a 38-year-old man in Kerala who had traveled from Dubai. This strain, previously confined to the Democratic Republic…
· Carl Samson
Thailand makes history as 1st SEA country to legalize same-sex marriage
Thailand has legalized same-sex marriage, becoming the first country in Southeast Asia to do so. The landmark bill, which received royal endorsement from King Maha Vajiralongkorn, will come into effect in 120 days, allowing LGBTQ-plus couples to marry starting Jan. 22, 2025.…
· Bryan Ke
Awkwafina, other celebs to voice Meta AI chatbot: report
Awkwafina will reportedly lend her voice to Meta’s artificial intelligence assistant, Meta AI. A source familiar with the matter told Reuters that the company plans to announce the successful deal with Awkwafina and four other celebrities during its Connect conference, which…
· Michelle De Pacina
More paid maternity leave improves mothers’ mental health, HK study finds
Researchers from the University of Hong Kong, Duke-NUS Medical School and the University of British Columbia found that Hong Kong’s four-week extension of its statutory paid maternity leave in 2020 significantly improved mental health among mothers. Research findings: The study,…
· Ryan General
Resurfaced video shows creator of world’s 1st AI software engineer was math prodigy
A video of Scott Wu, the founder and CEO of Cognition Labs and creator of the AI software engineer Devin, showcasing his exceptional mathematical skills at the 2010 Mathcounts competition has taken social media by storm. The clip, which resurfaced following the launch of Devin…
· Carl Samson
Taiwan recognizes same-sex marriage between Taiwanese and Chinese
Taiwan’s Mainland Affairs Council (MAC) announced on Thursday that same-sex marriages between Taiwanese and Chinese nationals can now be registered in the island. The move is seen as a step closer toward marriage equality as it allows such couples to register under the same…
· Ryan General
Jackie Chan pokes fun at his martial arts legacy in new ‘Panda Plan’ trailer
The first trailer for Jackie Chan-starring action comedy “Panda Plan” debuted on Monday. In the film, the 70-year-old star plays a fictionalized version of himself, poking fun at his legacy as a martial arts icon while using his skills to save a rare baby panda from mercenaries.…
· Michelle De Pacina
Thailand proposes new bill to regulate cannabis
Thailand has introduced a new bill to regulate its cannabis industry, focusing on medical and research uses as the government moves to curb recreational consumption. What it says: The draft legislation, published earlier this week by the Ministry of Public Health, allows…
· Michelle De Pacina
Taiwanese electronics company founder says he’s ‘a victim’ of Lebanon’s exploding pagers
A Taiwanese electronics manufacturer, Gold Apollo, has come under scrutiny after its pagers were linked to a deadly Hezbollah attack in Lebanon on Tuesday. Explosions triggered by pagers, reportedly carrying the company’s trademark, have thrust the little-known firm into the…
· Carl Samson
Hundreds march in New York to ‘keep Taiwan free’
Over 500 people marched in New York on Saturday to support Taiwan’s inclusion in the United Nations, up from last year’s 300. Beginning at the Chinese Consulate in midtown Manhattan and ending at the New York Public Library, the march coincided with the 79th U.N. General…
· Bryan Ke
Visitors to Thailand’s superstar baby hippo Moo Deng warned to behave
Khao Kheow Open Zoo, located near Pattaya, is asking its visitors to be on their best behavior when coming to see Moo Deng (“Bouncy Pig”), a 2-month-old female pygmy hippopotamus who has gained international viral fame for her size and adorable expressions. The number of…
· Ryan General
Remains of missing toddler Elijah Vue found after 7-month search
The remains of 3-year-old Elijah Vue, who went missing in February, were discovered on Sept. 7 in a wooded area near Two Rivers, Wisconsin. The discovery of the boy’s remains, made just over three miles from his home, brings a tragic end to a nearly seven-month search that…
· Ryan General
Eddie Huang takes aim at Vice in explosive documentary
Filmmaker and former Vice contributor Eddie Huang offers a scathing critique of Vice Media in his new documentary, “Vice Is Broke.” The film, which premiered at the 2024 Toronto International Film Festival last week, chronicles Vice’s meteoric rise and fall, highlighting what…
· Carl Samson
China to raise its retirement age for the first time in 7 decades amid demographic crisis
China on Friday announced plans to raise its retirement age for the first time since the 1950s, addressing its aging population and mounting pension crisis. The new policy, set to take effect in 2025, will gradually increase the retirement age for men and women over the next 15…
· Ryan General
NFL star Tua Tagovailoa urged to retire after latest concussion
Miami Dolphins quarterback Tua Tagovailoa’s latest concussion, suffered during Thursday’s game against the Buffalo Bills, has ignited a wave of concern about his long-term health and prompted calls for his retirement from football. The concussion, the third in a string of head…
· Bryan Ke
Sailor Jupiter voice actor dead at 61
Japanese voice actor Emi Shinohara has died at the age of 61, her agency, 81 Produce, announced on its website on Tuesday. Shinohara, whose real name was Emiko Watanabe, died on Sunday “while undergoing medical treatment” for an unspecified illness, according to her agency. Born…
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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.