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· Ryan General
Rookie Zach Edey’s stellar early play draws comparisons to Yao Ming
Memphis Grizzlies rookie Zach Edey entered the NBA’s Kia Rookie Ladder at the top spot after two weeks of play, largely due to his recent breakout performances. The 22-year-old Chinese Canadian, drafted ninth overall, is averaging 11.1 points, 6.5 rebounds and 0.9 blocks, and…
· Ryan General
7-foot-3 Chinese teen is being hyped as the next Yao Ming
Zhang Ziyu, a Chinese basketball sensation, is dominating the FIBA U18 Women’s Asia Cup with her towering presence and scoring prowess. The 17-year-old’s exceptional height and skill have drawn comparisons to NBA legend Yao Ming. Zhang Ziyu keeps the court
· Bryan Ke
Yao Ming’s 13-year-old daughter towers in height in viral photos
Yao Ming’s teenage daughter, Yao Qinlei, is all grown up now — and might even surpass her mother, Ye Li, in height. Going viral: Yao Qinlei, whose English name is Amy, 13, recently went viral on Chinese social media after she was spotted in Shanghai walking with her family. The…
· Bryan Ke
Yao Ming Takes the Blame for China’s Devastating Loss in the FIBA World Cup
Former NBA star Yao Ming is taking the blame after China’s disappointing performance at the FIBA World Cup tournament. The 38-year-old Chinese Basketball Association president immediately presented himself when reporters asked who would be responsible for China’s defeat against…
· Ryan General
NBA Legend Yao Ming Keeps Promise to Parents, Finally Graduates From College
Fulfilling a promise he made to his parents when he was younger, former NBA superstar Yao Ming finally graduated from college with a degree in economics. The 37-year-old NBA Hall of Famer received his degree along with his fellow graduates at the Antai College of Economics &…
· Bryan Ke
Yao Ming Braves The Extreme Wilderness With Bear Grylls But Couldn’t Eat Maggots
Adventurer, writer and television presenter Bear Grylls took former NBA all-star Yao Ming into the wilderness to experience what it’s like to spend hours outdoors. In the latest episode of D/Code on the Discovery Channel, the 37-year-old retired basketball player almost tried…
· Ryan General
Hayao Miyazaki is Coming Out of Retirement for One More Film
Legendary filmmaker Hayao Miyazaki is reportedly coming out of retirement to bring the story of a tiny caterpillar to life. The prolific director, who broke his legions of fans’ hearts when he announced his retirement back in 2013, confirmed his decision during a television…
· Editorial Staff
Yao Ming Becomes the First Asian Player Inducted to the Basketball Hall of Fame
After an NBA career that pioneered the path for Asian basketball players, Yao Ming is now in the Basketball Hall of Fame. Yao was honored at the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame in Springfield, Massachusetts alongside WNBA player Sheryl Swoops, Colored Basketball World…
· Editorial Staff
Fu Yuanhui and Yao Ming Will Survive in the Wilderness with Bear Grylls
Adventurer Bear Grylls has a new series coming up called “Absolute Zero,” and Chinese celebrities are set for casting. One of its biggest stars is Olympic darling Fu Yuanhui. According to Shanghaiist, the show’s production team has already confirmed the athlete’s participation.
· Ryan General
Randall Park, Ming-Na Wen lead ensemble cast for father-daughter dark comedy
Randall Park, Ming-Na Wen, Joel Kim Booster, Margaret Cho, Anirudh Pisharody and Yao will star in “Better Life,” the feature debut of writer-director Jessica Liu. Based on Liu’s proof-of-concept short that screened at Oscar-qualifying festivals, the upcoming film mixes dark…
· Ryan General
Chinese ex-NBA star warns incoming rookie Yang Hansen to expect anti-Asian bias
On June 25, Yang Hansen, a 7-foot-1 center from Qingdao, China, was selected 16th overall by the Portland Trail Blazers, becoming just the third Chinese player ever taken in the first round after Yao Ming and Yi Jianlian. As he prepares for his NBA debut, former Houston Rockets…
· Bryan Ke
Hayao Miyazaki already has concept for next film, son Goro says
Hayao Miyazaki is keeping the details of his next film so close to his chest that not even his own son, Studio Ghibli producer and director Goro Miyazaki, is privy to them. Key points:
· Michelle De Pacina
Hayao Miyazaki won’t be retiring following latest Oscar win
Hayao Miyazaki may not be retiring just yet following his recent Oscar win for “The Boy and The Heron,” despite previously declaring his intention to do so. Oscar win: Miyazaki, 83, is the oldest director to ever be nominated in the best feature animation category at the Academy…
· Bryan Ke
Studio Ghibli releases new ‘How’s Moving Castle’-inspired video from Hayao Miyazaki
Studio Ghibli has released a video to promote the much-anticipated opening of the Valley of Witches, the final area of the park that is set to welcome visitors next month. Hyping the fans: The 15-second clip uploaded to YouTube on Tuesday was created by Akihiko Yamashita, who…
· Michelle De Pacina
Hayao Miyazaki sparks excitement with hint at ‘Nausicaa’ sequel
A new documentary that chronicles Hayao Miyazaki’s development of his latest film features a series of portraits from his first animated hit “Nausicaa of the Valley of the Wind,” sparking speculation among fans about a possible sequel. The portraits: The reveal occurred in the…
· Bryan Ke
‘The Boy and the Heron’ actor reveals Hayao Miyazaki apologized for giving him ‘strange role’
Masaki Suda, the Japanese actor who voiced the titular gray heron in Studio Ghibli’s “The Boy and the Heron,” revealed that legendary director Hayao Miyazaki apologized to him for some of the odd elements in the film, including his “strange role.” The context: In the movie,…
· Michelle De Pacina
Hayao Miyazaki is working on his next film, confirms producer
Renowned filmmaker Hayao Miyazaki is working on his next movie, as confirmed by his producing partner Toshio Suzuki. Miyazaki can’t be stopped: Despite the upcoming U.S. release of Studio Ghibli’s “The Boy and the Heron,” Miyazaki is already focused on his next project. Suzuki,…
· Isa Peralta
‘The Boy and the Heron’: Studio Ghibli releases 14 new photos of Hayao Miyazaki’s final film
Studio Ghibli has released 14 photos of its new film “The Boy and the Heron.” Key details: Last week, the beloved Japanese animation studio shared the photos on its website. The 14 film stills feature different characters and colorful scenes.
· Ryan General
Hayao Miyazaki ‘worried’ over lack of publicity for his final film ‘How Do You Live?’
“I wonder if it’ll be okay without publicity. I am beginning to worry. I do believe in you, Mr. Suzuki. But I’m concerned… that’s all”
· Carl Samson
NYC man sentenced to 22 years for anti-Asian killing of Yao Pan Ma
The man who attacked and killed 61-year-old Yao Pan Ma two years ago has been sentenced to 22 years in prison, Manhattan District Attorney Alvin Bragg announced on Friday. Jarrod Powell, 51, pled guilty in January to manslaughter in the first degree as a hate crime in connection…