China

‘Stranger Eyes,’ Yeo Siew Hua’s Film On Surveillance, Is Singapore’s Oscar Submission

Yeo Siew Hua’s Stranger Eyes is Singapore’s Oscars entry, a psychological drama on surveillance, identity, and grief

September 22, 2025

‘Star Trek’ actor George Takei describes President Trump as ‘reckless’ and ‘inhuman’

August 20, 2019

Ming-Na Wen to reprise ‘Mandalorian’ role in ‘Clone Wars’ spin-off ‘Star Wars: The Bad Batch’

December 24, 2020

Coldplay’s Chris Martin breaks internet by performing BTS collaboration ‘My Universe’ live in Korean

September 28, 2021

China

Sports

Snowboarder Su Yiming Wins China’s First Gold on Chinese New Year and His Birthday at Winter Olympics

As fireworks lit up Chinese New Year celebrations back home, Su Yiming was carving his own streak of gold in

February 19, 2026

Sports

“Adjacent to Treason”: Eileen Gu’s Silver Olympic Medal Marred by China Citizenship Controversy

Eileen Gu’s silver medal at Milano 2026 should have been a sporting triumph. Instead, it has once again reignited accusations

February 17, 2026

“Stealing Isn’t Innovation”: Disney, Paramount Send Cease-and-Desist Letters to China’s ByteDance

Hollywood’s AI anxiety has become open conflict. Disney has accused ByteDance of a “virtual smash-and-grab” of its IP, while Paramount

February 16, 2026

From ‘Ne Zha 2’ to Labubus – Why “Becoming Chinese” is Trending On Social Media

“Becoming Chinese” has emerged as one of the internet’s most unexpected lifestyle trends. From hot water and house slippers to

February 12, 2026

Winter Olympians Eileen Gu And Chloe Kim Speak Out After Trump Calls Hunter Hess “A Real Loser”

As politics loom over the Winter Olympics, athletes including Eileen Gu and Chloe Kim are speaking candidly about what it

February 10, 2026

Jet Li and Wu Jing Martial Arts Film ‘Blades of the Guardians’ Set for Us Release

A team of action legends

February 6, 2026

Zhang Yimou’s Spy Thriller ‘Scare Out’ Coming to UK and Ireland Cinemas

The director’s latest thriller follows a national security team on the hunt for a mole and will open in February.

February 5, 2026

Draco Malfoy Becomes Shock Lunar New Year Mascot as ‘Harry Potter’ Fans Find “Lucky” Meaning in His Name

The Harry Potter villain is appearing on front doors across China as families prepare for the Year of the Horse.

February 5, 2026

Netflix To Roll Out Seven New Chinese-language Series, Partnering With Taiwan’s Creative Community

From hospital corridors to supernatural hideouts, Netflix’s new Chinese-language lineup captures the range of contemporary storytelling in Taiwan

January 29, 2026

From ‘Kpop Demon Hunters’ to ‘Hamnet’: Here Are All the Asian Talents Dominating the 2026 Oscar Nominations

Asian filmmakers, performers, and Asian-centred stories emerged as one of the strongest throughlines of the 2026 Oscar nominations, spanning best

January 28, 2026

Sports

Why Eileen Gu Is Skiing for China Again at the 2026 Winter Olympics

The freestyle skiing superstar addresses the ongoing controversy over her citizenship and her decision to represent her mother’s homeland.

January 23, 2026

‘Kung Fu Hustle’ Star Bruce Leung Dies at 77

Bruce Leung was known as one of the "Four Dragons" of kung fu cinema.

January 18, 2026

Reviews

‘Dear You’ Review – A Quiet, Multi-Generational Chinese Masterpiece That Shuns Modern Clichés

The unexpected box office phenomenon

July 3, 2026

Anime & Manga

‘Kiki’s Delivery Service’ Kicks Off UK Imax Rollout for Ghibli Classics

Studio Ghibli classics return to UK and Ireland cinemas as Kiki’s Delivery Service launches a new IMAX rollout. Gkids brings

July 3, 2026

Politics

Kimberly Yee Condemns “Overt Racism” in Primary Ad Against Her

Arizona school superintendent candidate Kimberly Yee condemns a stereotypically Asian digital ad targeting her as “overt racism,” blaming GOP rival

July 3, 2026

Anime & Manga

AniBiz: Crunchyroll Founder Launches Global Licensing Anime B2B Hub

Crunchyroll founder Kun Gao launches AniBiz, the first dedicated B2B marketplace for global anime licensing

July 3, 2026

Lola Tung Joins Halina Reijn’s New A24 Movie ‘Please’ to Expand Star Studded Lineup

The breakout star of The Summer I Turned Pretty lands a role in the secretive thriller alongside Gracie Abrams and

July 2, 2026

New Abigail Hing Wen Film ‘The Vale Origins’ Explores Family Grief Through Animation and Live Action

The Gravity Falls and Pixar veterans join forces with Tony winner Lea Salonga for a short fantasy film tackling the

July 2, 2026

Features

Just a Pretty Face: The Shallowness of the Asian/White Trope on TV

From Shrinking to Interior Chinatown, contemporary television frequently reduces mixed-race characters to mere aesthetic window dressing. Addie Tsai explores the

July 2, 2026

Bruce Lee Day on 17 May Becomes Official, Celebrating First Chinese American Honoured by California

California designates 17 May as Bruce Lee Day, making him the first Chinese American honoured with a state day and

July 2, 2026