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Singaporean father-daughter duo’s ‘Aladdin’ dance wins the internet
A Singaporean father-daughter duo’s performance of “A Whole New World” from “Aladdin” has gone viral on TikTok. Jay Sng, 43, told Mothership...
Bryan Ke
TikToker discovers her Temu croissant lamp is an actual croissant
A TikToker, suspecting that their croissant-shaped lamp purchased from online retailer Temu — known for its low-priced Chinese-made goods — ...
Asian woman films herself confronting group in NYC after alleged ‘COVID’ remark
An Asian TikTok user named Isis Hong confronted a group in New York City after she claims someone said “COVID” when she coughed ...
Ryan General
Viral video shows Thai mom sending love to daughter via CCTV
A heartwarming video of a Thai mother giving her daughter virtual hugs and kisses through a CCTV camera on Aug. 27 has gone viral on TikTok,...
Food
This Filipino chef is behind TikTok’s viral Dubai chocolate
The pastry chef behind one of TikTok’s latest trends featuring content creators enjoying a chunky, crunchy and delicious-looking piece of ch...
Alameda County firefighter put on paid leave over racist tirade
A freeway collision near Stockton, California, escalated when an off-duty Alameda County firefighter went on a racist tirade, which was reco...
Michelle De Pacina
TikToker’s ‘egg flights’ trend
“Egg flight,” a meal comprised of hard-boiled eggs cut in half and topped with various garnishes such as bacon, chicken, or seas...
Suni Lee joins viral TikTok meme, pokes fun at herself
TikTok users are creating a new Olympic meme by sharing videos of their athletic mishaps, set to an instrumental remix of “The Star-Sp...
Business
Global spending on Korean products may double to $143 billion
In a recent report, TikTok and analytics company Kantar project that global spending on South Korean products may double to $143 billion by ...
Crime
Why this TikToker says getting robbed is the ‘new LA’
TikTok creator Brianna Via was shocked to learn from a real estate agent that break-ins in Los Angeles are now “the new normal” while browsi...
TikTok users worry over bill for woman’s Tokyo sushi restaurant visit
A TikTok user who visited a highly rated sushi restaurant in Tokyo that does not display prices on its menu caused concerns among viewers af...
Education
Watch: TikToker teaches how to count in Vietnamese with epic rap
A TikTok channel has gone viral for teaching viewers how to count from one to 100 in Vietnamese using a catchy rap tune. Key points: ...
Culture
TikToker’s claim that ethnically Chinese Singaporeans dislike being called Chinese sparks debate
A TikTok video of a Chinese man lamenting over ethnically Chinese Singaporeans rejecting their Chinese roots has reignited a debate about na...
TikTok sues US over potential nationwide ban
TikTok is suing the U.S. government in a last-ditch effort to block a new law that could result in its complete ban in the country. Key poin...
Animals
Watch: Falcon snatches TikToker’s sandwich at Japanese beach
A TikTok user was left in shock after a falcon swooped in to snatch his lunch while he was relaxing at a beach in central Japan. Key points:...
Malaysia
Man fulfills ill boy’s dream of Lamborghini ride after mom’s plea goes viral
Last month, a Malaysian man won the hearts of many Facebook users by fulfilling the dream of a boy with cancer to ride in a Lamborghini. Key...
Feature
Social media searches for ‘Sesame Street’ puppeteer’s stolen heirloom
Social media users are rallying behind Kathleen Kim, a performer and puppeteer for Ji-Young, the first Asian American Muppet on “Sesam...
Entertainment
TikTok highlights 17 creators for AANHPI Heritage Month
TikTok has released its 2024 AANHPI Visionary Voices list to celebrate Asian American Pacific Islander Heritage Month. Key points: ...
Videos
SoCal Asians admitting ‘superiority complex’ sparks debate on TikTok
A clip of a discussion about whether Asian Americans from Southern California exhibit a superiority complex has sparked a debate among TikTo...
Asia
TikToker dragged for filming himself swimming at museum in Tokyo
A TikTok user is facing backlash more than two months after posting a video of himself swimming at TeamLab, a museum in Tokyo known for its ...
Watch: TikTok CEO vows to fight US ban
TikTok CEO Shou Zi Chew is fighting back against a new law that could force the sale of TikTok or see the app banned in the U.S. Key points:...
Student’s heartbreaking reaction to dream school rejection goes viral
A high school senior has gone viral for her and her family’s emotional reaction to her rejection by her dream college. Key points: ...
‘Asoka makeup’: The TikTok Trend inspired by a 2001 Bollywood soundtrack
A new TikTok craze has beauty enthusiasts and content creators transforming into stunning Indian brides with Bollywood flair. Key points: ...
‘Is there an Asian American accent?’: Viral video sparks discussion
A TikTok user has sparked an online conversation about the “Asian American accent.” Key points: ...
Why TikTok users are mastering the phonetics of a Mandarin-language song
A viral Chinese song challenge has taken TikTok by storm, with users worldwide mastering the phonetics of a Mandarin song and delivering dra...
South Korea
‘Giving up on men’: South Korea’s viral ‘4B movement’ explained
The viral “4B Movement” in South Korea serves as a response to prevalent sexism in the nation. Key points: ...
Philippines
Video of Filipino college graduate sharing her battle with cancer goes viral
A brief TikTok video from a Filipino college graduate dealing with cancer has gained widespread attention for its emotional and personal nar...
Japan
Watch: Woman left by father as a child rents man to be her ‘dad’ in Japan visit
A woman abandoned by her father as a child hired a man to fill the void during a recent trip to Japan. Key points: ...
Carl Samson
Fashion
How Trader Joe’s tote bags became so fashionable in Japan
While Trader Joe’s tote bags in the U.S. have become a viral sensation due to social media, the canvas bags have long been an unexpect...
Social Media
South Koreans turn to pet rocks to deal with loneliness, burnout
An unusual trend sees South Korea purchasing rocks online and treating them like domesticated pets by dressing them up, painting faces on th...
British Airways cabin crew members fired for video mocking Asian passengers
Two British Airways cabin crew members were fired from their positions after they posted a racist video on social media mocking Asian passen...
Watch: Singaporean grandma’s ‘so cute’ reaction to automated mahjong table
A viral video showing a Singaporean grandmother being mind-blown after seeing an automated mahjong table for the first time has melted the h...
Trump treasury secretary forming investor group to buy TikTok
Former Treasury Secretary Steven Mnuchin is building an investor group to acquire TikTok, responding to ongoing legislative actions that cou...
Watch: TikToker fumes over tiny serving of Trader Joe’s instant ramen
A TikToker has gone viral for calling out Trader Joe’s over an instant ramen cup that contained a relatively small serving of noodles....
China
Rep. Ayanna Pressley warns TikTok ban may fuel anti-Asian sentiment
Congresswoman Ayanna Pressley (D, MA-7) has raised concerns that a potential nationwide TikTok ban could heighten “anti-Asian and Chin...
Michelin-starred sushi restaurant in NYC criticized for offering smaller portions to women
Sushi Noz, a two-star Michelin restaurant in New York City, has gone viral after a negative review on TikTok criticized it for offering smal...
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