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China Intensifies Crackdown on Celebrity Gossip and Chaotic Fan Culture

China's cyberspace regulator is intensifying its crackdown on online content, targeting celebrity gossip and the "fan circle" culture. Platforms like Weibo and Kuaishou have faced scrutiny and disciplinary actions...

US Mortgage Rates Stop Rising, Nudging Homebuyer Demand Back

US mortgage rates eased slightly this week, halting a run of increases and drawing modest homebuyer and refinance demand back into a subdued market.

Eli Lilly Sues Six Companies Over Illegal Sales of Experimental Obesity Drug

Eli Lilly has sued six companies for allegedly selling versions of retatrutide, an experimental obesity drug still under clinical development and unapprove

Tencent Beats Revenue Estimates on Games and AI Ads Despite 26% Stock Slide

Tencent topped revenue expectations on gaming and AI-driven advertising, even as shares fell 26% amid rising AI spending and fierce competition in China.

FlightAware Withdraws Lawsuit Against Kalshi Over Flight-Cancellation Betting Markets

FlightAware has dropped its lawsuit accusing prediction-market platform Kalshi of using its data without authorization to power flight-cancellation betting

Canton Disco: The Legacy of Hong Kong’s Legendary Nightclub

On March 30, 1985, Canton Disco opened in Tsim Sha Tsui, Kowloon, drawing an overwhelming crowd of 11,000 to a venue designed for just...

How to Eat Well in Japan Without Stress or Reservations

If you’re planning a trip to Japan and stressing over restaurant bookings, don’t worry—you don’t need a lineup of reservations to eat phenomenally well....

Gigi Leung: From Cantopop Sweetheart to Versatile Actress and Entrepreneur

Gigi Leung Wing-kei, born in 1976, is a Hong Kong singer and actress whose career has spanned more than three decades. Known initially as...

Tony Leung Reflects on His Acting Journey at the 2025 Far East Film Festival

It had been a while since Tony Leung Ka-fai made a high-profile appearance at a European film festival, which made his presence at the...

Helen Law’s Journey Through Colorectal Cancer: Strength, Art, and Hope

At just 38, Hong Kong artist and freelance writer Helen Law was diagnosed with stage-three colorectal cancer. Before her diagnosis, she had been feeling...

Tobacco Industry Fuels Economic Growth and Health Debate in Yuxi, China

In the hilltop city of Yuxi in China’s Yunnan province, tourists gather around a bright red pagoda overlooking a vast cigarette factory that has...

Rare 10-Carat Mediterranean Blue Diamond Expected to Fetch $20 Million at Geneva Auction

A rare 10-carat blue diamond known as the "Mediterranean Blue Diamond" is poised to be one of the star attractions at Sotheby’s upcoming high...

NYC Marathon’s Final Finishers Take Spotlight in Tribeca Festival Documentary

The New York City Marathon is shifting focus from elite athletes to the everyday heroes who embody endurance and determination at the back of...

The Who Announce Final North American Tour After Six Decades of Rock

Legendary rock band The Who has announced their final North American tour, marking the end of an extraordinary musical journey that has spanned more...

Étoile: A Ballet Drama That Dances Between Art and Passion

Ballet is often seen as beautiful, ethereal, even mysterious—but can it be cool? That’s the gamble behind Étoile, a new Amazon Prime Video series...

Chow Yun-fat Shines in Leong Po-chih’s Wartime Drama Hong Kong 1941

Directed by Leong Po-chih in 1984, Hong Kong 1941 is a haunting portrayal of survival during the Japanese invasion of Hong Kong, told through...

Met Gala 2024: Bold Menswear-Inspired Looks and Black Style Celebration Shine on Rainy Night

The 2024 Met Gala unfolded under rainy skies with a striking emphasis on menswear-inspired fashion and Black cultural heritage. Emma Chamberlain and Zuri Hall...

Exploring Darwin’s Vibrant Street and Indigenous Art Scene

Darwin, the capital of Australia’s Northern Territory, offers a vibrant artistic journey where street murals and Indigenous art intertwine to create a city alive...

Asian-American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month: Honoring History, Culture, and Resilience

Nearly 50 years ago, the United States began officially recognizing the contributions of Asian-Americans, Native Hawaiians, and Pacific Islanders. What began as a week-long...

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