Ana Yoo
39 articles
S. Korean singer Choi Sung-bong dies of apparent suicide at 33
South Korean singer Choi Sung-bong has died at the age of 33. What happened: Choi, a pop-opera singer known for his runner-up appearance on “Korea’s Got Talent” in 2011, was found dead by police in…
Nearly 75% of Chinese Americans experienced racial discrimination in past year, survey reveals
A recent study has revealed that nearly 75% of Chinese Americans have experienced some form of racial discrimination at least once in the past year. Around 6,500 individuals aged 18 and over across…
New York set to implement first statewide ban on gas stoves in new buildings
New York Governor Kathy Hochul announced a new budget deal on Thursday that would include a statewide ban on the use of natural gas in new constructions. New York City already passed a similar law in…
Asian lead roles have increased on Netflix, report finds
A study released Thursday by Netflix and the University of Southern California (USC) reported that 41.5% of series and 12.3% of films on the streaming platform in 2021 had an Asian lead or co-lead.…
Román Zaragoza talks representation and his fan-favorite role as a sarcastic Native American spirit on ‘Ghosts’
Román Zaragoza knows a thing or two about embodying different cultures and identities. Born in New York City to a Native American Mexican father and Japanese Taiwanese mother, Zaragoza has been…
‘Kill Boksoon’ ending and mid-credit scenes, explained: What happens to Bok-soon and Jae-young?
Both a play on the protagonist’s name, Gil Bok-soon (Jeon Do-yeon), and Quentin Tarantino’s “Kill Bill” — from which director Byun Sung-hyun drew inspiration — “Kill Boksoon” follows the double life…
Jeon Do-yeon is an assassin struggling to raise her teen daughter in Netflix’s ‘Kill Boksoon’
Acclaimed South Korean actor Jeon Do-yeon stars in Netflix’s latest thriller “Kill Boksoon,” written and directed by Byun Sung-hyun. Jeon plays a seasoned assassin working for an agency named Gil…
Donnie Yen responds to petition calling for his Oscars removal: ‘cancel culture has got to stop’
Donnie Yen has responded to a petition that called for his removal as a presenter for the 2023 Academy Awards ceremony due to his support of the Chinese Communist Party (CCP). Days before the actor…
The only student on a Japanese island for the past 9 years just graduated as a class of 1
On March 14, 15-year-old Akina Imanaka graduated from junior high school as the only student on the island of Oteshima, located off the coast of Kagawa prefecture in western Japan. Since starting…
Yoo Ah-in issues first public apology amid ongoing drug scandal
South Korean actor Yoo Ah-in issued an apology on social media a day after he was questioned by the Seoul Metropolitan Police Agency over allegations of habitual drug use. Yoo tested positive for…
S. Korean cult featured in docuseries ‘In the Name of God’ sues Netflix for $231,000
The religious group Baby Garden has filed a 300 million won (approximately $231,000) lawsuit against Netflix for damages allegedly caused by their documentary series “In the Name of God: A Holy…
MSNBC’s Katie Phang tears up during interview with James Hong
James Hong brought host Katie Phang to tears during his appearance as a guest on MSNBC’s “The Katie Phang Show” on Sunday. Following the historic Oscars sweep by “Everything Everywhere All at Once,”…
Director of Netflix’s ‘The Glory’ admits to bullying allegations
Ahn Gil-ho, the director of Netflix’s popular revenge K-drama “The Glory,” has recently admitted to bullying allegations. Season 1, Part 2 of “The Glory,” which tells the story of a woman who…
Mỹ Lai massacre: 55 years since one of the US Army’s worst atrocities of the 20th century
On March 16, 1968, more than 500 unarmed civilians were brutally killed in a mass murder committed by U.S. troops in South Vietnam during the Vietnam War. Victims of the Mỹ Lai massacre included men,…
Lifetime achievement honoree Sammo Hung says he’s open to acting in anything — even sex scenes
Sammo Hung was honored with a lifetime achievement award at the 16th Asian Film Awards in Hong Kong this past Sunday. During Hung’s nearly 60-year career, he has produced and directed numerous films,…
S. Korea considering proposal for 69-hour work week
South Korea’s President Yoon Suk-yeol is reviewing a new proposal calling to reform the work week maximum to 69 hours. In the proposal, which was set forth by the conservative labor ministry on Mar.…
Sammo Hung praises Michelle Yeoh’s Oscar win, reminisces on casting her in first role
Hong Kong film legend Sammo Hung recently commented on Michelle Yeoh winning the Best Actress award at the 95th Academy Awards on Sunday. “I’m very happy for her,” said Hung, 71, according to The…
Tesla under investigation after steering wheels come off while driving
A brand new Tesla owner was shocked when his vehicle’s steering wheel snapped off while he was driving with his family. The malfunction occurred on Jan. 29 as Prerak Patel and his wife and children…
Hong Kong tops Asia as city with most ultra-wealthy residents: report
Hong Kong is the Asian city with the highest number of ultra-wealthy property owners, according to a report released on Tuesday. Using a wealth intelligence database called Wealth-X, London-based…
A gas station clerk must act as a stranger’s eyes in new Blumhouse horror-thriller ‘Unseen’ [interview]
Director Yoko Okumura and the stars of Blumhouse’s “Unseen” spoke with NextShark about personal challenges and the power of friendship before the release of their horror-thriller film. Jolene Purdy…
Yoo Ah-in dropped from ‘Hellbound’ after he tests positive for cocaine, ketamine
South Korean actor Yoo Ah-in has been dropped from Netflix’s “Hellbound” and various retail brands amidst an ongoing drug investigation involving four different narcotics. Seoul police announced…
These 5 sleeping habits can add up to 5 years to your life, according to new study
Researchers have determined five healthy sleeping habits that could help you live longer. In a five-year study, researchers analyzed sleep and sleep habit data from more than 172,000 adults in the…
‘Physical: 100’ embroiled by bullying, domestic violence and intimidation claims against contestants
Three separate “Physical: 100” contestants are facing accusations of bullying, domestic violence and intimidation. The controversies come amid ongoing allegations that the show’s final competition…
‘Furies’ trailer: Veronica Ngo directs Netflix prequel to Vietnamese box office smash
Netflix has released the trailer for “Furies,” the much-anticipated prequel to the 2019 Vietnamese box office smash “Furie.” A description of the upcoming martial arts thriller by Netflix reads:…
‘Physical: 100’ runner-up speaks out on allegations finale was rigged
Netflix’s popular survival show “Physical: 100” is facing allegations of having rigged its final challenge. The show topped the charts as the world’s most-watched non-English language show for two…
Japan air force member is latest to sue state over sexual harassment in military
A member of the Japanese Air Self-Defense Force filed a lawsuit against the government Monday for allegedly failing to bring disciplinary action against a male colleague’s verbal sexual harassment…
China and Iran call on Afghanistan to end discrimination against women
China and Iran have called on Afghanistan to end restrictions on women’s work and education. The call came after Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi met Chinese President Xi Jinping in Beijing and the…
Japanese Emperor Naruhito makes first public birthday address in four years
Japanese Emperor Naruhito gave his first public birthday address since ascending the throne over four years ago. On Thursday, Naruhito celebrated his 63rd birthday and spoke from a palace balcony to…
Video captures mine collapse in China that left 5 dead, 48 missing
At least five people are dead and 48 are missing after a coal mine collapsed in northern China on Wednesday. The incident took place in the early afternoon after a mine in Inner Mongolia’s Alxa…
Biden: Japanese American incarceration camps ‘one of the most shameful periods in American history’
In a recent statement, President Joe Biden called the incarceration of Japanese Americans during World War II “one of the most shameful periods in American history.” The White House published Biden’s…
S. Korean court recognizes same-sex partner rights for first time in landmark ruling
A South Korean high court ruled on Tuesday that same-sex partners are eligible for coverage under their spouse’s government health insurance. The landmark ruling is the first legal recognition of…
Ann Coulter to GOP presidential candidate Nikki Haley: ‘Go back to your own country’
Conservative pundit Ann Coulter made a series of racist remarks about Republican presidential candidate Nikki Haley during an appearance on “The Mark Simone Show” this week. Born in South Carolina to…
‘I miss my children so much’: Why an American father is walking endlessly on a treadmill in Seoul
In various locations across South Korea’s capital, John Sichi has been walking miles on a treadmill in a desperate effort to draw attention to the abduction of his two young children, who he claims…
S. Korean victims of Japan forced labor continue to condemn Seoul’s compensation plan
A number of wartime forced labor victims continue to condemn South Korean officials’ plan to provide compensation through a domestic fund rather than seeking reparations from Japan. The victims, who…
‘Fast and Furious’ actor Sung Kang mistaken for Jackie Chan, gifted milk and snacks in return
Sung Kang, who most famously portrays Han Lue in the “Fast and Furious” franchise, recently revealed a memorable fan encounter in which he was mistaken for actor Jackie Chan. On Thursday, a…
‘Mean Girls’ star Rajiv Surendra reveals the ‘traumatic’ rejection that led him to leave Hollywood
Rajiv Surendra starred as Kevin Gnapoor, or Kevin G., the memorable Mathlete captain in the 2004 film “Mean Girls,” but disappeared from Hollywood shortly thereafter. It was never Surendra’s…
