First-Ever Online Paris Fashion Week Kicks Off Monday
The first-ever online Paris fashion week clicks off Monday with the world of glitzy runway shows thrown into an existential crisis by the coronavirus.
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Movie Streaming Sparks Fears for Bollywood Theaters Built for ‘Cinema Magic’
A Bollywood actor’s face tattooed on his arm, Sandeep Bacche’s devotion shocks few in India where stars enjoy semi-divine status. But even here the hallowed silver screen may be losing its shine to streaming services and pandemic fears.
Late K-pop Star Goo Hara’s Ex Jailed for Sex Video Blackmail
The ex-boyfriend of late K-pop star Goo Hara was jailed by an appeal court Thursday for blackmailing her over sex videos that played a part in her apparent suicide.
Pakistan Blocks Online Game PUBG Over ‘Negative’ Impact
Pakistan on Wednesday temporarily blocked the hugely popular online game PlayerUnknown’s Battlegrounds (PUBG) after receiving complaints it was addictive and following media reports linking the brutal, multiplayer shoot ’em up to suicide.
TikTok Denies Sharing Indian User Data With China
TikTok on Tuesday denied sharing users’ data with the Chinese government, after India banned the wildly popular app as ties with Beijing deteriorate sharply following a deadly border clash.
Hollywood Star Geoffrey Rush Wins ‘Largest Ever’ Australian Defamation Suit
Hollywood star Geoffrey Rush won a record multimillion-dollar payout Thursday after an appeal by a Rupert Murdoch-owned newspaper against a defamation ruling was thrown out by an Australian court.
Disney Delays ‘Mulan’ Release Again as Virus Cases Surge
Disney has delayed the release of “Mulan” again, this time until mid-August, as the coronavirus pandemic continues to threaten blockbusters that Hollywood hoped would bring audiences back to theaters after months of lockdown.
Online Disruption of Trump Rally Highlights K-Pop’s Political Hustle
Legions of K-pop fans and TikTok users are taking credit for upending Donald Trump’s weekend rally after block-reserving tickets with no intention to attend an event that was beset by an embarrassingly low turnout.
Top Asian Podcasts You Should be Listening to
Podcasts have soared in popularity over the recent years. This has made finding awesome content not as hard as it used to be. If you want to delve into this world, here are some great podcasts to start with.
RTHK Shut Down Hong Kong’s Oldest Satirical TV Show
Hong Kong’s oldest political satire show will air its final episode Friday evening, against a backdrop of pro-democracy unrest and fears that an incoming anti-subversion law will help Beijing trammel local freedoms.
The Best Asian LBGTQ Films to Watch this Pride Month
If you can’t attend Asian Pride parties and events, one of the best ways to celebrate is to check out movies that show an honest narrative about the Asian LBGTQ community.
Bollywood Actor Sushant Singh Rajput Commits Suicide at Mumbai Residence
A young Bollywood heartthrob lauded for his portrayal of cricket star M.S. Dhoni on the silver screen has died, Mumbai police said Sunday.
DMZ Music Festival Returns for it’s Third Year in the World’s Most Guarded Demilitarized Zone
If you’re up for a music adventure of a lifetime, look no further. The DMZ Peace Train Music Festival held in the demilitarized zone of North and South Korea is the best way to experience peace through your favorite artists.
Double Standards: New Zealand Eased Virus Border Controls for ‘Avatar’ Film Crew
New Zealand will ease its coronavirus border controls, the government said Friday, after a decision to let Hollywood director James Cameron into the country to film an “Avatar” sequel prompted anger over double standards.
Hello Kitty Gets New Boss After 60 Years
The founder of the firm behind Hello Kitty is stepping down aged 92 and handing the reins to his 31-year-old grandson — the first change in leadership in the company’s six-decade history.
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BTS Fans Match K-Pop Superstars’ $1M Black Lives Matter Donation
Fans of K-pop megastars BTS raised and donated $1 million to the Black Lives Matter movement, matching the septet's donation of the same amount within 24 hours, organizers said Monday.
