Clé de Peau Beauté Pledges $8.7 Million to UNICEF
A multi-year partnership emerged from Clé de Peau Beauté and UNICEF to boost gender equality programs across the world.
Luxury Brand Dior Adding to China’s Apology List
Luxury brand Dior has become the latest company to apologise to China over a perceived insult to national sovereignty, saying Thursday it “cherishes the feelings of the Chinese people”.
Too Fast and Easy: Instant-Noodle are Harming Asian Kids
A diet heavy on cheap, modern food like instant noodles that fills bellies but lacks key nutrients has left millions of children unhealthily thin or overweight in southeast Asia, experts say.
Kim Jong-un’s Horseback Riding Signals New Policy Shift
New pictures of Kim Jong Un riding a white horse through a winter landscape to the summit of Mount Paektu, a sacred peak for North Koreans, have fuelled speculation that the young leader may be set for a major policy announcement.
China Makes Way for its Own Digital Currency After Bitcoin Crackdown
As Facebook readies to launch its answer to bitcoin, China is set to introduce its own digital currency — one that could allow the government and the central bank to see what people spend their money on, according to analysts.
Thailand to Become Asia’s Energy Trading Hub
Thailand is prioritizing energy trading in line with ASEAN’s increased volume of renewable energy generation. Soon, the country will have the first-ever Southeast Asian electricity super grid which supplies energy to its neighboring countries.
Cyber-Bullied K-Pop Star Sulli Dead from Apparent Suicide
A popular K-pop star who had long been the target of abusive online comments was found dead at her home Monday, South Korean police said.
Vietnam: Movie ‘Abominable’ Pulled Over South China Sea Map
Vietnam has pulled the animated film “Abominable” from theatres over a scene featuring a map of the South China Sea showing Beijing’s claims in the flashpoint waterway, cinemas and state media reported Monday.
Seventeen Whales Stranded in Indonesia, Ten Saved
Seven pilot whales were found dead on an eastern Indonesian beach, an official said Saturday, after 17 were stranded in the remote area.
Singapore’s ‘Fake News’ Law Takes Effect as Critics Sound Alarm
Singapore’s new law to combat “fake news” came into effect Wednesday despite criticism from tech giants and activists, who labelled the tough rules a “chilling” attempt to stifle dissent.
Vietnam Environmental Activist Sentenced to Six Years
A Vietnamese environmental activist was beaten in prison for refusing to confess his crimes, his wife told AFP Friday in the one-party communist state notorious for jailing critics.
Gay is OK: Joshua Su’s Bold Rap Towards Acceptance
Joshua Su, also known as The g3sha, is a Singaporean rapper and he has something important to say. Last July, Su stirred the pot and caused mass controversy with his latest release “I’m OK”.
The Dark Side of Thailand: Part II
Beyond the Thailand’s necessary façade to make the country look more open and welcoming to the rest of the world are the cracks and crevices where the dark and unspoken aspects of Thai culture are largely hidden from view.
Strife-Torn Hong Kong Dropped From 2020 Formula E
Strife-torn Hong Kong has been dropped from the 2019-20 Forumula E season as the city is battered by four months of violent pro-democracy protests that show no sign of abating.
Meet Awkwafina: Breakout Star Who Started from Rap & Hip-Hop
The past two years shaped up to be a busy year for comedian/actress Awkwafina. And amidst a buzzing Hollywood career, the Queens-born star still remains on top of the refreshing Asian female rappers today.
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The Truth About Asia and its Obsession with Plastic
Plastic waste has become a common sight in Asia. But why should you care?
