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· Michelle De Pacina
Zachary Noah Piser abruptly withdraws from musical about Tiananmen protests while touring China
Broadway star Zachary Noah Piser has withdrawn from the leading role in the musical “Tiananmen: A New Musical,” just weeks before its debut in Phoenix, Arizona. Piser’s withdrawal announcement: The Chinese American actor took to Instagram to announce his withdrawal last Friday…
· Michelle De Pacina
Studio Ghibli previews theme park attractions at touring exhibition in Japan
Studio Ghibli will be holding touring exhibitions in five cities across Japan ahead of its theme park’s opening in November. The exhibitions will showcase behind-the-scenes memorabilia of the theme park’s conception, including versions of the attractions inspired by the beloved…
· Carl Samson
Rich Chinese Men are Touring Russia to Find White-Skinned, Blue-Eyed Wives
With a disproportionate amount of females in their home country, affluent Chinese men have taken the liberty to visit Russia in hopes of meeting beautiful women to marry. These men reportedly pay thousands to participate in so-called “wife tours,” according to Daily Mail.
· Ryan General
After Beijing’s summit spectacle, Trump sells Xi’s image back home
U.S. President Donald Trump gushed over Chinese President Xi Jinping during a Fox News interview aired during his Beijing trip last week, where Xi welcomed him with a red-carpet arrival, military pageantry and a visit to the Temple of Heaven. “He’s tall. Very tall,” Trump told…
· Ryan General
Yue-Sai Kan: The woman who helped give color to a colorless nation
Yue-Sai Kan introduced the world to China when the country was still largely closed off. Now, she worries that understanding is slipping away. In her new memoir, “The Most Famous Woman in China,” Kan revisits the years when she helped shape the country’s global image and offers…
· Carl Samson
Former model Kaila Yu exposes the violent roots of Asian fetishization in debut memoir
Kaila Yu’s debut memoir “Fetishized: A Reckoning with Yellow Fever, Feminism, and Beauty” hit shelves Aug. 19, confronting what the former pinup model calls the most insidious stereotype plaguing Asian women today. The stereotype that kills In an exclusive interview with The…
· Carl Samson
Shaolin Temple’s ‘CEO monk’ accused of embezzlement, sexual misconduct
Authorities are investigating the abbot of China’s iconic Shaolin Temple for suspected embezzlement and improper relationships with women, reviving similar allegations from 2015. The allegations: Shi Yongxin, 59, also known as “CEO monk,” is accused of embezzling project funds…
· Bryan Ke
Behind ‘Wicked’s’ majestic hats is a Filipino milliner
Harvy Santos, a Filipino milliner based in the U.K., helped create the stunning hats worn by Glinda Upland (Ariana Grande), Elphaba Thropp (Cynthia Erivo) and other characters in Jon M. Chu’s two-part film adaptation of “Wicked.” In a Universal Studios featurette, Santos shared…
· Carl Samson
Walz admits he ‘misspoke’ about Hong Kong presence during Tiananmen Square massacre
Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz acknowledged on Tuesday night’s vice presidential debate that he “misspoke” about previously claiming to be in Hong Kong during the infamous Tiananmen Square massacre in 1989. Despite the correction, Walz maintained that he was in Hong Kong and China…
· Michelle De Pacina
North Star Boys open up about bullying, racism and mission to inspire the next generation
It’s been three years since the first Asian American content creator group North Star Boys set out on a mission to inspire the younger generation of minorities by filling the void of Asian American representation in the media. Founded in August 2021 by brothers Oliver and…
· Bryan Ke
Chinese man who lost his arm and leg travels the world on his bike
Despite losing his arm and leg in a teenage accident, a Chinese man has traveled to over a dozen countries on a bike, showing how his passion triumphs over his disability. Key points:
· Michelle De Pacina
The Smashing Pumpkins announce new guitarist Kiki Wong after nationwide search
The Smashing Pumpkins recently announced Kiki Wong as their new guitarist after a rigorous nationwide search. Key points:
· Michelle De Pacina
First all-Asian DJs label in US aims to empower Asian EDM artists
When Taiwanese American DJ Elephante first began his career 10 years ago, he felt isolated and had a profound sense of impostor syndrome due to the lack of Asian role models in the industry. Elephante, whose real name is Tim Heng Wu, struggled with self-doubt as he lacked…
· Ryan General
Hikaru Utada releases re-recording of ‘Kingdom Hearts’ song ‘Hikari’
J-pop star Hikaru Utada has surprised fans by re-recording the “Kingdom Hearts” opening song, “Hikari.” Key points:
· Bryan Ke
Gua sha explained: Origins, reported benefits and side effects
Gua sha, a traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) procedure practiced for centuries, is believed to offer many health benefits, beyond mere cosmetics suggested by recent trends. About Gua sha: Regarded as one of the oldest forms of TCM, gua sha’s recorded history reportedly dates…
· Michelle De Pacina
Interview: K-pop legend Rain to perform US concerts for 1st time in 15 years
K-pop legend Rain is making a comeback with his “STILL RAINING” tour after a seven-year hiatus from touring. Known as a pioneer of K-pop music, the 41-year-old artist and actor is gearing up to take the stage once again with stops in two U.S. cities, including Atlantic City and…
· Ryan General
Growing makeup trend transforms Asian faces to appear ‘mixed race’
The process includes enhancing the under-eye area, creating bright, radiant eyes and using eyeshadow and eyeliner for larger, almond-shaped eyes
· Michelle De Pacina
Foxconn’s billionaire founder Terry Gou announces run for Taiwan’s 2024 presidency
Foxconn founder Terry Gou announced that he would run as an independent candidate in Taiwan’s 2024 presidential elections. Gou’s bid: Gou’s independent entry into the January race comes after previous failed attempts to lead the opposition party, the Kuomintang KMT. Earlier this…
· Daniel Anderson
K-pop subunit LOVElution of tripleS releases new mini-album
LOVElution, the subunit of rookie K-pop girl group tripleS, recently released their new mini-album, “ↀ.” About the mini-album: “ↀ,” which is pronounced “muhan,” has eight tracks in total. The centerpiece of the new LOVElution project is the title track “Girls’ Capitalism,” which…
· Carl Samson
US soldier who crossed into N. Korea was facing disciplinary action over S. Korea assault
A U.S. soldier believed to be detained in North Korea has a history of assault in South Korea and was facing disciplinary action in the U.S., according to reports. What happened: Pvt. Travis King, 23, reportedly bolted into the North Korean side of the Demilitarized Zone (DMZ)…
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