Game of Intimidation: The Challenges of Foreign Media in China
China’s expulsion of three Wall Street Journal reporters this week over a headline that displeased Beijing highlights the precarious status of foreign journalists working in the country.
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BTS’s ‘Map of the Soul: 7’ Breaks Records with 4M Pre-Orders
K-pop superstars BTS released their new album “Map of the Soul: 7” Friday, breaking records even before it came out as the country’s most pre-ordered album ever and its lead single making its debut on video app TikTok.
California to Formally Apologize for WWII Japanese Internment
Nearly 80 years after the US authorized the internment of Japanese-Americans during World War II, California plans to formally apologize this week for its role in one of the darkest chapters in US history.
From London to San Francisco: Chinatowns Across the World Hit Hard by Fears
Normally bustling century-old Chinatowns from Melbourne to San Francisco have fallen quiet and businesses are struggling to survive as fears over the deadly novel coronavirus outbreak ripple around the world.
‘Parasite’ Oscar Success Signals New Era of Representation
The unprecedented Oscar haul for South Korean director Bong Joon-ho black comedy “Parasite” has shattered a 92-year-old glass ceiling and opened a new era for Korean and other foreign films on the global stage.
North Korea Importing Oil, Cars, Alcohol Illegally Despite Sanctions
North Korea, which has been hit by a series of UN sanctions, is illegally importing more and more oil and continues to bring in luxury cars and alcohol, according to an annual report delivered Monday to the UN Security Council.
Four Chinese Military ‘Hackers’ Indicted for Equifax Breach
The US Justice Department on Monday announced indictments of four members of China’s People’s Liberation Army for alleged involvement in the massive 2017 hack of the database of giant US credit rating agency Equifax.
BIGBANG, Rich Brian, Peggy Gou, Among Asian Artists Performing in Coachella
Legendary music festival Coachella recently released its 2020 lineup – its most diverse ever. Take a look at all Asian artists that will take the Coachella stage by storm.
The Global Spread of the Coronavirus: Where Is It?
A virus similar to the SARS pathogen has claimed 106 lives since emerging in a market in the central Chinese city of Wuhan, and spread around the world.
Top Asian Beauty Gurus You should Subscribe to on YouTube
The best and fastest way to learn makeup trends is through YouTube. Asian beauty vloggers on the platform are on the rise, here are some of the favorites to check out.
21 Studio Ghibli Anime Films Coming to Netflix
Animated films from Japan’s Studio Ghibli, including Oscar winner “Spirited Away”, are coming to streaming giant Netflix, delighting many fans but leaving US subscribers disappointed as they will miss out.
Japanese Billionaire Seeks Girlfriend for Moon Voyage on SpaceX
A Japanese billionaire has launched an online wanted ad for a girlfriend who will fly around the Moon with him on a SpaceX rocket.
HBO to Produce Smash Hit ‘Parasite’ Miniseries
HBO has secured the rights to adapt South Korean filmmaker Bong Joon-ho’s critical smash hit “Parasite” into a miniseries, the US cable channel said Thursday.
Creator says AI-Powered ‘Artificial Humans’ are Not Deepfakes
Avatars touted as “artificial humans” created a buzz Tuesday at the Consumer Electronics Show even as debate swirled on what exactly the digital entities were.
Hyundai to Make Flying Air Taxis for UBER
Hyundai announced Monday it would mass produce flying cars for Uber’s aerial rideshare network set to deploy in 2023.
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Lifestyle of the Rich and Fluffy: Asia’s Luxury Pet Market Shows No Slowdown
If you want nothing but the best for your favorite buddy, fret no more. In Asia, your furry friend will have the time of their lives thanks to specialized luxury brands and experiences that cater specifically to their needs. Without question, it’s the ultimate way to pamper your pet.
