Kindergartner helps lead advocacy for AAPI inclusion, education in Delaware
A kindergartner’s heartfelt advocacy is at the forefront of legislative efforts to support Asian American and Pacific Islander (AAPI) inclus...
Japan teen faces criminal charge for alleged high-tech cheating on exam
A teenager in Japan is facing prosecution for allegedly using high-tech glasses to cheat on a university’s entrance exams. Key points:...
North Korean defector chases K-pop stardom on idol reality show
A young man who defected from North Korea has now set his sights on becoming a K-pop idol. Key points: ...
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 passio...
Man who attacked and blamed Cincinnati student for ‘kung flu’ gets time served
A man who attacked an Asian American student near the University of Cincinnati (UC) in 2021 is now free after being sentenced to time served...
Shohei Ohtani’s bobblehead giveaway draws massive crowds at Dodger Stadium
A Shohei Ohtani bobblehead giveaway at Dodger Stadium in Los Angeles attracted thousands of fans on Thursday. Key points: ...
This pre-Studio Ghibli film of Hayao Miyazaki is making a brief return in Tokyo
Hayao Miyazaki’s classic anime “Panda! Go Panda! Rainy Day Circus” is set to return for a one-night special screening at a theater in Tokyo ...
Lee Jung-jae hints at release of ‘Squid Game’ Season 2
“Squid Game” fans may have to wait a few more months for Season 2, according to lead star Lee Jung-jae. Key points: ...
Family of California Navy vet who died after police restraint gets $7.5M settlement
The city of Antioch in California has agreed to pay $7.5 million to the family of a Filipino American veteran who died after being restraine...
Universal Studios drops official trailer for Jon M. Chu’s ‘Wicked’
Fans have been thrilled since Universal Studios released the first full trailer for Jon M. Chu’s highly anticipated “Wicked.” Key poin...
Asked to wear a suit to a wedding, man shows up in a Mobile Suit Gundam
A Japanese man donned a Mobile Suit Gundam costume to a wedding after his friend requested for him to wear a “suit” to the celeb...
Actor Charlyne Yi alleges abuse on set of Apple TV+ series ‘Time Bandits’
Actor and comedian Charlyne Yi alleges she experienced physical assault by a male scene partner during filming of the upcoming Apple TV+ ser...
Watch: YouTuber IShowSpeed confronts Korean fan over alleged use of racial slur
YouTuber IShowSpeed confronted a fan during a trip in South Korea over the latter’s alleged use of a racial slur while referring to hi...
Ali Wong gushes about Bill Hader’s persistence in hilarious stand-up set
Ali Wong has opened up about her love life with boyfriend and “Saturday Night Live” alum Bill Hader in a recent stand-up set. Ke...
Hindu community in Nevada alleges discrimination over temple construction restrictions
The Hindu community in Henderson, Nevada, is accusing the city of discrimination, citing a 2023 ordinance change that restricts religious as...
Singapore’s new PM promises change, says he’ll ‘never settle for the status quo’
Singapore’s new Prime Minister Lawrence Wong has pledged to chart a distinct course for the nation’s future while upholding the legacy...
International student allegedly maxes out $140K credit before fleeing to China
A screenshot of a post describing how an international student fled the U.S. to return to China after maxing out their credit cards has gone...
Japanese biker, 80, set to complete coast-to-coast journey across the US
A senior Japanese man has embarked on the journey of a lifetime, biking from San Diego to New York City while making friends and memories al...
Donnie Yen to reprise role from ‘John Wick: Chapter 4’ in new Lionsgate film
Donnie Yen is set to reprise his role as Caine, the blind assassin from “John Wick: Chapter 4,” in a new standalone film by Lionsgate. Key p...
TikToker’s claim that ethnically Chinese Singaporeans dislike being called Chinese sparks debate
A TikTok video of a Chinese man lamenting over ethnically Chinese Singaporeans rejecting their Chinese roots has reignited a debate about na...
Miss Hawaii takes over Miss USA crown amid organizational turmoil
The first runner-up at the 2023 Miss USA pageant, Savannah Gankiewicz of Hawaii, has taken over the crown after the previous titleholder, No...
NYC set to hold 3rd annual AAPI Heritage parade
New York City is gearing up for its third annual Asian American and Pacific Islander (AAPI) Cultural and Heritage Parade this weekend, celeb...
Chinese netizens mourn death of gamer ‘Fat Cat’
The suicide of a young Chinese gamer, known online as “Fat Cat,” has triggered an outpouring of grief and anger among netizens. ...
Young Japanese are now saying ‘I do’ without love, sex in ‘friendship marriages’
Young Japanese people are now engaging in legal unions that prioritize companionship over romance, with couples opting out of both romance a...
‘Jane Fonda Day’ to be moved amid outcry from Vietnamese community
Amid intense backlash, Los Angeles County supervisors are rescheduling “Jane Fonda Day” after setting it on April 30, a date of ...
Mother of former Miss Teen USA speaks out after daughter gives up crown
The mother of former Miss Teen USA UmaSofia Srivastava, who relinquished her crown last week, has spoken out on her behalf, expressing dissa...
Biden calls Trump ‘loser’ over border security at APAICS gala
President Joe Biden slammed former President Donald Trump as a “loser” in his speech at the Asian Pacific American Institute for Congression...
Man arrested for telephone scam targeting Asians in Toronto
Zhi Yong Wu, a 57-year-old man from Toronto, was arrested and charged in connection with a telephone scam targeting members of the local Asi...
Watch: Japan’s FamilyMart launches mobile convenience store
Japanese “konbini” chain FamilyMart is taking its convenience store business to the next level with an unmanned, self-checkout s...
Jiu-jitsu coaches tackle man accused of stealing rare Pokemon cards in Miami
A man accused of stealing $30,000 worth of coveted Pokemon cards from a Miami game store was successfully arrested after being tackled by ji...
‘Mortal Kombat 2’ gets release date, to debut fan-favorites Kitana, Noob Saibot
Warner Bros. has announced the release date and cast for “Mortal Kombat 2.” Key points: ...
New documentary remembers how incarcerated Japanese Americans lived in WWII
PBS has released a documentary film that sheds new light on the lives of Japanese Americans incarcerated during World War II, featuring firs...
COVID-19 whistleblower’s status unknown after 4-year prison term
Chinese citizen journalist Zhang Zhan was expected to be released on May 13 after spending four years behind bars for documenting the early ...
GOP senator suggests Israel follow US’ ‘right decision’ to nuke Japan to defeat Hamas
U.S. Sen. Lindsey Graham (R-South Carolina) recently compared Israel’s war on Gaza to the U.S. bombing of Japan in World War II, sugge...
5 WWII soldiers awarded posthumous Purple Heart medals 80 years after plane crash
Five Hawaiian men who served with Japanese-language linguists during World War II were posthumously awarded Purple Heart medals nearly eight...
Biden takes aim at Trump’s legacy at AANHPI Heritage Month event
President Joe Biden took shots at former President Donald Trump during a White House event commemorating Asian American, Native Hawaiian and...
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