Hawaii’s ‘Stairway to Heaven’ being permanently removed over trespassing tourists
Honolulu has begun its permanent removal of iconic landmark Haiku Stairs, known as the Stairway to Heaven, due to safety concerns and illega...
Police arrest suspected leader of burglary ring targeting Asians in Philadelphia
Bensalem Police in Philadelphia have arrested a man suspected of being a burglary ring leader targeting Asian American business owners. Key...
Modern Japanese people descended from 3 ancient groups, study suggests
The modern Japanese people descended from three ancient groups instead of two, a new DNA study suggests. Key points: ...
George Takei releases children’s book about his childhood in WWII camp
Actor and advocate George Takei has released a children’s book detailing his experience as a child in a World War II incarceration camp in A...
SpaceX to build $14M rec center, sushi restaurant in South Texas
SpaceX is expanding its amenities in South Texas, with plans to build a sushi restaurant and a recreation center in Brownsville. Key points...
Earliest evidence of cannabis smoking found in Asia
Ancient people in western China were the first to use cannabis for its psychoactive properties, according to research. Key points: ...
Studio Ghibli to be first group recipient of Cannes’ Honorary Palme d’Or
Japanese animation firm Studio Ghibli has become the first group to ever receive the Cannes Film Festival’s prestigious Honorary Palme...
14-year-old boy suspected of setting fire to SF Chinatown robotaxi
San Francisco police have identified a 14-year-old boy suspected of setting fire to an autonomous vehicle during Lunar New Year celebrations...
‘Crazy Rich Asians’ Broadway musical being developed by Jon M. Chu
A stage musical adaption of “Crazy Rich Asians” is in development from director Jon M. Chu, who will make his Broadway directorial deb...
Park Chan-woo to remake ‘Oldboy’ for TV
South Korean filmmaker Park Chan-wook along with Lionsgate is set to adapt his cult classic film “Oldboy” for a television series. Key point...
NHLBI study seeks to address lack of accurate AANHPI health data
The National Heart, Lung and Blood Institute (NHLBI) is seeking to address the lack of information on the health of Asian American and Nativ...
How a Chinese painter turns himself ‘invisible’ to help save the planet
A Chinese painter, skilled in seamlessly blending into his surroundings using body paint, is harnessing his social media fame to promote env...
Women can achieve equal health benefits from half the exercise men do: study
A recent study found that women can achieve equivalent health benefits with about half the amount of exercise men do. Key points: ...
Suspect charged for slashing man with katana in NYC claims self-defense
One of the two brothers charged for injuring a drunk man with a katana in New York City’s Chinatown in 2020 insisted that the other group st...
USC cites safety risks in cancellation of pro-Palestinian student’s valedictory speech
The University of Southern California (USC) has canceled a student’s valedictory address, citing safety risks. Key points: ...
Kenyan marathon runner in Beijing insists they were pacers as controversy swirls
A Beijing half marathon runner from Kenya has insisted he was employed as a “pacer” for winner He Jie amid controversy over the race’s...
How Japan’s shrinking population has given rise to ‘cat islands’
In Japan, several islands have become havens for felines, with cat populations now exceeding human residents. About the “cat islands:&...
Japan sees record-breaking surge in foreign visitors
Japan welcomed a record-breaking surge in foreign visitors in March, marking the first time foreigners surpassed the 3-million mark in a sin...
How a Fendi saleswoman became Europe’s first Chinese princess
Did you know that Europe has a Chinese princess? Li Ran, who hails from southeastern China’s Guangdong province, made headlines in 2010 when...
VinFast launches $2600 electric bike for US market
Vietnamese electric vehicle maker VinFast aimed to merge Vietnamese and American cultures for its VF DrgnFly electric bike, set to launch in...
Apple CEO Tim Cook packs Hanoi visit with Vietnamese coffee and community engagement
During his two-day trip to Vietnam, Apple CEO Tim Cook immersed himself in Vietnamese coffee culture, entertainment and the local tech scene...
Kaylynne Truong becomes WNBA’s first Vietnamese player
Truong Thao Vy, also known as Kaylynne Truong, has made history by becoming the first-ever Vietnamese athlete to play in the Women’s N...
Nikki Haley lands new job after 2024 White House bid
After suspending her presidential campaign, Nikki Haley is joining the Hudson Institute, a conservative think tank in Washington, D.C., that...
How Jeremy Lin’s mom used her life savings to fund his NBA dreams
Jeremy Lin achieved his basketball dream with the help of his mother, Shirley, who used her life savings to support him for two years while ...
Watch: ‘Velma’ faces new serial killer, love triangle in Season 2 trailer
Max has released the trailer for the second season of Mindy Kaling’s “Velma,” promising a richer blend of mystery and drama. Key points: ...
Vietnamese American multimedia artist Dinh Q. Lê dies at 56
Dinh Q. Lê, a Vietnamese American artist whose work critiqued the impact of the Vietnam War, has died at the age of 56. Key points: ...
OpenAI arrives in Asia with inaugural Tokyo office
OpenAI has opened an office in Japan, marking a significant step in its global expansion efforts. Key points: ...
Meet the real-life nurse behind ‘Grey’s Anatomy’s’ longest-lasting supporting character
Nurse BokHee, the longest-lasting supporting character on “Grey’s Anatomy,” is played by Kathy C. An, a real-life medical professional...
Benson Flores, Canada’s first Filipino immigrant, finally receives gravestone
Benjamin “Benson” Flores, the first documented Filipino immigrant to Canada, is finally receiving a gravestone after years of being buried i...
Sammo Hung reflects on Donnie Yen, Bruce Lee and Jackie Chan
Martial arts film icon Sammo Hung recently shared insights on fellow industry giants in an interview with the South China Morning Post. Key ...
Dave Bautista, Eric Nam join cast of animated ‘Avatar: The Last Airbender’ film
Actor Dave Bautista and singer Eric Nam are joining the voice cast of the upcoming animated “Avatar: The Last Airbender” movie. Key points: ...
‘The Goldfinger’ star Tony Leung crowned best actor for 6th time at Hong Kong Film Awards
At the 42nd Hong Kong Film Awards, the film “The Goldfinger,” starring legendary Hong Kong actor Tony Leung, clinched six wins, while “A Gui...
Chicago’s Chinatown opens its first ‘one-stop shop’ DMV
Chicago’s Chinatown neighborhood now has its own Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) facility. Key points: ...
Watch: Los Angeles’ Giant Robot Store falls victim to art theft
A Los Angeles retail store dedicated to Asian pop culture products has exposed three individuals who allegedly stole an art piece from its g...
Henry Golding says ‘Crazy Rich Asians’ sequel is ‘never happening’
Actor Henry Golding expressed skepticism regarding a potential sequel to the 2018 romance comedy film “Crazy Rich Asians.” Key points: ...
‘Real Housewives of Beverly Hills’ star Crystal Kung Minkoff announces exit
Crystal Kung Minkoff has announced her departure from Bravo’s “The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills” ahead of Season 14, express...
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