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· Ranier Maningding
Jordan Peele Might Direct The Live-Adaptation of Akira. Here’s Why I’m HYPED
Editor’s Note: Ranier Maningding is a copywriter and mastermind behind the social justice page “The Love Life of an Asian Guy“. The opinions expressed in this piece are solely his own. After years of unapologetic whitewashing from Hollywood, I was beginning to think that the…
· Khier Casino
Japanese Hot Spring With Sexy Men is An Absolute Thirst Trap
The men of Ibaraki Prefecture in Japan are apparently just as steamy as the hot springs found in the region. Located on the far eastern coast of the island of Honshu, Ibakira TV has released promotional videos of the prefecture’s various onsen, the bathing facilities and small…
· Khier Casino
Scarlett Johannson and Tilda Swinton Are Embroiled in Yet Another ‘Whitewashing’ Controversy
Wes Anderson’s next film, “Isle of Dogs”, is set for release in April 2018, but it’s already catching flak for some of its casting choices within the seemingly Asian-themed plot after the first movie poster was released on Tuesday. Big names are attached to the project,…
· Khier Casino
Queer Asian Chef Shuts Down Writer Asking for an Interview With IvankaTrump.com
Angela Dimayuga, the executive chef at Mission Chinese Food, turned down a freelance writer who slid into her DMs to offer her an interview with Ivanka Trump’s website. Dimayuga shared screen grabs of the conversation on her Instagram account:
· Ryan General
Veteran Anime Artist Allegedly Dies of Overwork in Japan
The anime world recently suffered a great loss upon the passing of a talented animator who has worked on multiple beloved titles such as Bleach and Naruto. Veteran artist and storyboard art director Kazunori Mizuno reportedly passed away on March 19th, but the news of his death…
· Editorial Staff
391-Year-Old Bonsai Tree That Survived the Hiroshima Atomic Bomb is Gangsta AF
The struggle to keep a plant alive is real, but this extraordinary bonsai tree has been alive for 391 years. As if that wasn’t impressive enough, the 391-year-old tree, which was planted in 1625, has survived the Hiroshima atomic bomb attack of 1945 that left 140,000 people dead.
· Ryan General
Marriott Opens Luxury Hotel in Singapore With a Floor Just for Women
Singapore has something special for female travelers: a luxurious accommodation exclusively available for ladies only. International luxury hotel brand JW Marriott Hotels & Resorts is launching the spanking new JW Marriott Hotel Singapore South Beach today (Dec. 15), reports…
· King Malleta
Serial Foot-Licker in Japan Attacks Woman, Licks Her Feet For 30 Minutes
Kyoto police arrested a man charged for a crime so bizarre that you are bound to go “WTF?” Japan Times reported that 56-year-old Akira Nishiyama, a part time worker from Kyoto, was arrested by the police after he was identified as the notorious “foot-licking man.” Yes, you read…
· Ryan General
Dragon Ball Just Revealed Goku’s Biggest Secret
Son Goku’s latest adventures, which are currently chronicled via Dragon Ball Super, is gearing toward an interesting twist. “Super” which was conceptualized and designed by original Dragon Ball creator Akira Toriyama, is a new series that takes place after the events of Dragon…
· Riley Schatzle
Woman Has Epic Rage on the Hong Kong Subway When Her Phone Dies
Just about everyone has seen that one kid in the toy store screaming bloody murder while their parent marches down the aisle fuming and swearing underneath his breath. Of course, after learning that no one cares for other people’s erratic meltdowns, those children learn soon…
· Max Chang
Mark Zuckerberg Reveals How Many Hours He Actually Works at Facebook
On Tuesday this week, we witnessed another Q&A episode in the Facebook melodrama that is Mark Zuckerberg’s life. In past Q&A’s, Zuckerberg has revealed the truth behind his success, discussed the possibility of a “dislike” button and explained how he decides to hire people at…