BTS Jin to return from military next month

Korean idol Jin of the global group BTS counts down the remaining days before he finishes his military enlistment next month. In a clip posted on BTS’ channel, Bangtan TV, Jin shared a pre-recorded message for their fans, ARMYs, stating he’ll be discharged from the military soon.  “Hi, everyone, it’s …

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AC Bonifacio buys van as 1st ‘big girl purchase’

AC Bonifacio and her new van (AC Bonifacio via Facebook) MANILA, Philippines — Dancer-actress AC Bonifacio bought herself a van as her first major purchase. AC posted on her social media accounts photos of the brand new black van she bought from a car manufacturer branch in Quezon City. “My …

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World Laughter Day

Regardless of one’s language, sharing a laugh is something that people enjoy doing with others Tickling the funny bone online, Asian style Laughter, they say, is the best medicine. But in the digital age, expressing amusement online can be a challenge. This World Laughter Day, we explore how Asians are …

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Stunts, romance and karaoke

“The Fall Guy” was a popular TV series back in the ’80s. The ABC show ran for five seasons from 1981 to 1986 and starred Lee Majors who was best known as “The Six Million Dollar Man.” This was back when people would still be watching the same shows. Even …

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Technology can detect wildfires. Do humans still have to?

If it takes humans out of towers, advanced technology like drones could eliminate the risk and cost of the job. But lookouts like Trina Moyles argue that technology can’t entirely replace them, and the focus on the tech means they aren’t getting the support they need.  New technology and human …

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