When South Korea’s wealthy call themselves poor
Social media trend is prompting criticism over how irony and affluence collide online.
From a street rescue to a second chance: How one Chihuahua’s story in Seoul mobilised a community
What began as a split-second decision by a passerby has since grown into a story about how fragile and complex South Korea’s rescue system can be — and how many people it can…
South Korea’s youth mental health cases increase by 76% in 4 years
The trend appears to reflect a broader global rise in youth mental health concerns as well as a reduced reluctance towards seeking clinical mental health care in Korea.
South Koreans hunt for old LG air conditioners after logos turn out to be pure gold
After analysing the pieces, a YouTuber confirmed that they were indeed gold and offered an appraisal value of $490.
Dancing yak mascots of Tibet become online sensation
The mascots are part of a riverside cultural tourism initiative and are inspired by Tibetan yak culture, rooted in the traditional leather boat dance.
Filipino woman who saved dogs from fire in viral video sounds alarm on bogus donation drives
Ei Mei Lee Chui-Maningo, 37, clarified that she has not begged for money after surviving the fire in Barangay Guizo. She added that the GCash account information being circulated…
Nail designs, food reviews ‘not politically sensitive’: Taiwanese users rail against Xiaohongshu ban
Taiwan’s rare move on Dec 4 to block the popular app has triggered a severe backlash among users, in a democracy that prides itself on protections for freedom of expression.
Cricket, AI and soup — what Pakistanis searched for on Google in 2025
Google's Year in Search report paints an interesting picture of Pakistanis through their searches on the platform.
Young Pakistanis turn to dating apps to bypass arranged marriages but cultural impact remains uncertain
Despite some versions of various matchmaking and dating platforms having been available in the country for nearly a decade, the topic is not openly discussed.
Japan PM Takaichi’s tote bag sparks buzz, 9-month waiting list as orders surge after it goes viral
The prime minister’s favored bag is the Grace Delight Tote (US$876), the top-selling model from 145-year-old bag manufacturer Hamano Inc. in Tokyo.