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Music
‘First Asian woman in hip hop’ went from misfit to managing Wu-Tang members
Sophia Chang moved to New York at 21 and worked with some of the 1990s’ biggest rappers. Now 60, the Korean-Canadian’s aim is to stay strong.
18 Jan 2026 - 7:15PM
Food and Drinks
History of Macau’s iconic pork chop bun and where to eat the authentic classic
18 Jan 2026 - 12:15PM
Food and Drinks
In the heat of competition, this young chef kept a cool head
19 Jan 2026 - 11:13AM
US-China relations
Biden administration decision to scrap China Initiative flawed: White House
US top science adviser Michael Kratsios says ceasing programme aimed at combating economic espionage from Beijing ‘damaging’.
15 Jan 2026 - 6:56AM
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Asian cinema: Hong Kong film
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Finch & Midland: Anthony Wong and Patrick Tam can’t save grim diaspora drama
A strong cast is wasted in this undignified tale about Hong Kong immigrants struggling in Canada, which mistakes grimness for profundity.
14 Jan 2026 - 3:30PM
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Fame and celebrity
Meet Poppy Liu, who plays Helen on Netflix’s His & Hers
After studying theatre and women’s studies at university, they started a sex-positive production company and acted in shows like Better Call Saul – they’re also a trained doula.
12 Jan 2026 - 6:00PM
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Food and Drinks
This former restaurateur releases debut book on Singaporean food culture
Little Perfections, by a Singaporean, US-based writer and cook, examines what Singaporean food is truly worth with essays and recipes.
2 Jan 2026 - 7:15PM
Food and Drinks
C-Y Chia’s plant-based dishes from Lion Dance Cafe coming to Singapore
Chef C-Y Chia, who is returning to Singapore after 13 years in the US, has put some favourite plant-based dishes into a new recipe book.
2 Jan 2026 - 5:52PM
Chinese culture
The Chinese cowboys challenging narratives of the American Old West
Whether through art or immersion in the rancher lifestyle, these Asian men are redefining what it means to be a cowboy in the American West.
31 Dec 2025 - 5:34PM
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Food and Drinks
Michelin Guide’s arrival in Philippines brings distinction for country’s top chefs
Miko Calo’s Taquería Franco won a Bib Gourmand, while Josh Boutwood’s Helm was the only restaurant in the country to be awarded 2 Michelin stars.
30 Dec 2025 - 3:15PM
American cinema
How The Joy Luck Club opened the door for majority-Asian casts in Hollywood
The Joy Luck Club (1993) is a complex tale of intergenerational trauma focusing on four Chinese mothers and their daughters in San Francisco.
26 Dec 2025 - 7:15AM
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US-China relations
Mistrial in case of ex-top aide to New York governor charged as China agent
Linda Sun, ex-deputy chief of staff to Kathy Hochul, walked free after jury was deadlocked on all 19 counts and could not reach a verdict.
31 Dec 2025 - 7:02AM
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US-China relations
‘A risk’: wealthy Chinese appear to shun Trump’s ‘gold card’ immigration scheme
Initial excitement fizzles amid limited benefits and security concerns, immigration agents say.
18 Dec 2025 - 1:24AM
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Nordic nations
Finnish PM apologises for MPs’ ‘racist’ gestures in Miss Finland scandal
PM Petteri Orpo offers regrets to Japan, China and South Korea after MPs mimic ousted beauty queen Sarah Dzafce’s offensive squinting gesture.
17 Dec 2025 - 9:20PM
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TV shows and streaming video
How KPop Demon Hunters finally gave Arden Cho her golden moment
Years of failing to find decent acting roles nearly broke Arden Cho. Her role as Rumi in Netflix’s KPop Demon Hunters has changed everything.
16 Dec 2025 - 7:15PM
United States
How Asian-American history is reshaping classrooms in the US
Connecticut schools are enriching lessons with Asian-American stories amid rising anti-Asian sentiment.
13 Dec 2025 - 8:36AM
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Racism and other prejudice
Christine Choy, who made documentary on racist killing of Vincent Chin, dies at 73
The indie filmmaker brought attention to the 1982 slaying, a galvanising moment in the fight against anti-Asian hate in the US.
13 Dec 2025 - 7:16AM
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Chinese culture
How Boston Chinatown overcame constant threats to win its place in history
New England’s last surviving Chinatown, Boston Chinatown has long suffered hostile urban renewal but now its community is stronger than ever.
11 Dec 2025 - 7:15AM
My Life
‘Architects are always jumping in water that’s over our heads’
Billie Tsien, founding partner of Tod Williams Billie Tsien Architects, tells of designing the Asia Society Hong Kong Centre and the Obama Presidential Centre.
9 Dec 2025 - 3:18PM
Food and Drinks
Hong Kong-style cafe receives top recognition. Owner has been to the city once
Tarek Hassan fell in love with Hong Kong culture as a teen. Now his Gongfu Cafe & Bao in Ottawa, Canada, serves authentic tastes of the city.
9 Dec 2025 - 7:15AM
Fame and celebrity
Meet Hudson Williams, who’s stealing hearts as Shane Hollander in Heated Rivalry
He played basketball, aspired to reach the UFC and was a stuntman once – but what did he say about his special chemistry with co-star Connor Storrie?
7 Dec 2025 - 6:00PM
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Asian cinema: Hong Kong film
Struggles of leaving Hong Kong and returning to it depicted in short film
Moving to another country is stressful, but returning home can be just as tough. Kristie Ko’s own experience inspired her short film.
7 Dec 2025 - 3:15PM
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US-China relations
US confirms Chinese boy Yuanxin, 6, is in federal custody. But where is he?
Separated from his father during an ICE check-in, the 6-year-old never appeared in federal detainee records, leaving advocates searching.
6 Dec 2025 - 6:55AM
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Food and Drinks
Peking duck diplomacy? How a US president’s China visit made the dish famous
Richard Nixon’s televised China trip in 1972 was the first glimpse behind the ‘bamboo curtain’ for many and their first exposure to the dish.
30 Nov 2025 - 12:15PM
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Fame and celebrity
Who is Katseye’s creative director, Humberto Leon?
He worked with Kenzo, Burberry and Gap before meeting designer Carol Lim and launching Opening Ceremony, a brand once loved by Rihanna and Chloë Sevigny.
30 Nov 2025 - 6:00AM
Indonesia
Will Indonesia’s new global citizenship scheme spur diaspora to return?
The programme could attract talent with overseas work experience and boost business collaboration with locals, observers say.
28 Nov 2025 - 7:42PM
World of performing arts
Lea Salonga on Disney roles, crying at KPop Demon Hunters and discrimination
Ahead of her Hong Kong Disneyland show, the Filipino singer talks about why Mulan is still so dear to her and her wish to tell Asian stories.
27 Nov 2025 - 5:15PM
BN(O) passport
UK back-pedals on tougher English language test for Hongkongers on BN(O) pathway
Britain may also consider extending pathway to Hongkongers born after city’s return to Chinese sovereignty, who may not hold BN(O) passports.
26 Nov 2025 - 2:58AM
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