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Asian American and Pacific Islander Horror Authors

Asian American and Pacific Islander Horror Authors

Published by Jenni Sidey

It’s Asian American and Pacific Islander (AAPI) Heritage Month, which means now is a great opportunity to discover your new favorite AAPI horror authors. Perhaps this is when you can dive into more books by Asian American and Pacific Islander horror authors you already know and love. Here are AAPI horror authors you definitely should be reading, along with the books you don’t want to miss! Alma Katsu This author is well-known for her creepy historical horror novels. Her 2018 novel The Hunger reimagines the Donner Party, infusing it with supernatural elements that drive the travelers to madness and cannibalism. Katsu followed that up with 2020’s The Deep, a ghost story about the Titanic. The Fervor takes inspiration from Japanese yokai and the real-life horrors of Japanese American incarceration camps during World War II. For her latest novel, Fiend, Katsu goes contemporary to tell the story of a powerful family that is entangled with ancient evil forces. Monika Kim The Eyes Are the Best Part had the horror world abuzz in 2024, especially with that …

Al Brikan strikes in extra time as Al-Ahli retain Asian Champions League title

Al Brikan strikes in extra time as Al-Ahli retain Asian Champions League title

Published by Sam Flores

JEDDAH, April 25 : Ten-man Al-Ahli retained the Asian Champions League Elite title on Saturday as Feras Al-Brikan’s extra-time strike earned the Saudi Pro League side a 1-0 win over Japan’s Machida Zelvia at the King Abdullah Sports City Stadium. Matthias Jaissle’s side became only the second team to retain the trophy in the Asian Champions League era after cross-Jeddah rivals Al-Ittihad in 2005, having seen Zakaria Hawsawi sent off in the 68th minute. Al-Ahli held out despite being outnumbered to take the match into an additional 30 minutes and substitute Al-Brikan struck from close range after a Riyad Mahrez cross to give his team back-to-back titles. “It’s amazing. We’re so happy. It was difficult for us again. We like to make it difficult for ourselves. Ten against 11 is nearly impossible, I don’t know how we found the strength and the energy but we’ve done it and we’re happy,” Mahrez said. “After the red card we stuck together, we fought more, we ran more until we scored.” The win came in front of the …

Asian stocks mixed as investors weigh Mideast ceasefire doubts, fallout worries

Asian stocks mixed as investors weigh Mideast ceasefire doubts, fallout worries

Published by Sam Flores

Markets digested the latest developments, weighing the long-term implications of already lost crude supply and the ongoing closure of the Strait of Hormuz on emerging, energy-importing countries in Asia. “The conflict appears to have moved into a prolonged standoff rather than towards a swift or durable resolution,” MUFG analysts wrote in a note. “For markets, this environment implies continued disruption to energy flows through the Strait of Hormuz.” Asian currencies also came under pressure: the Indonesian rupiah weakened to 17,185 a dollar, within striking distance of its all-time low of 17,193 a piece.  The rupiah has been under sustained pressure since the Middle East war broke out in late February, losing over 2 per cent to become one of the worst-hit regional currencies. All eyes are on Bank Indonesia’s monetary policy meeting later in the day, where the central bank is expected to keep rates unchanged. “BI is not expected to face immediate pressure to tighten policy, instead prioritising financial market stability in the near term,” said Radhika Rao, senior economist at DBS Bank. “Potential …

Asian Cup 2027 draw in Saudi Arabia moved to May 9 over Iran war | Football News

Asian Cup 2027 draw in Saudi Arabia moved to May 9 over Iran war | Football News

Published by Sam Flores

Draw for the 24-team 2027 AFC Asian Cup, originally set for Saturday, moved to May 9. Published On 15 Apr 202615 Apr 2026 The draw for the 2027 ⁠Asian Cup ⁠in Saudi Arabia has been rescheduled for May 9 in Riyadh as the ⁠United States-Israel war on Iran disrupts regional sporting events. The draw, originally scheduled for last Saturday, will be held at the historic At-Turaif District in Diriyah. The Asian Football Confederation (AFC) said ⁠on Wednesday that the postponement was ‌made to ensure the full participation of all key stakeholders and member associations. Recommended Stories list of 4 itemsend of list A number of sporting events across the region have been postponed or cancelled due to the war, which began on February 28. Saudi Arabia is set to ⁠host the 24-team, quadrennial continental championship for the first time from January 7 to February 5. With 23 of the ⁠24 teams already confirmed, the draw will divide the qualified ⁠nations into six groups of ⁠four. The final qualification place will be decided on June 4 …

Singapore beat Bangladesh, end Asian Cup qualifying campaign unbeaten

Singapore beat Bangladesh, end Asian Cup qualifying campaign unbeaten

Published by Sam Flores

In front of a crowd of about 30,000, both sides struggled to keep sustained possession early on, with clear-cut chances proving difficult to come by. The Lions looked to rely on the flanks to provide service for striker Ikhsan Fandi and Ryhan Stewart did just that with 20 minutes played, but his cross was pushed clear by Bangladesh goalkeeper Mitul Marma. And just as it looked as if the Lions were starting to look ponderous, they got their goal. A raking cross-field switch from Irfan Fandi found Glenn Kweh and while his shot was pushed clear, the onrushing Harhys slammed home for his first international goal. But the physical away side was not without threat as loose play from Singapore saw possession lost in a dangerous area. A superb block from Safuwan Baharudin saw the first attempt saved, but there were strong calls for a penalty after he appeared to have caught a Bangladesh attacker charging onto the rebound.  Referee Benjamin Abraham however, was unmoved. Source link

Eurovision song contest launches first-ever Asian edition in Bangkok

Eurovision song contest launches first-ever Asian edition in Bangkok

Published by Daniella Wilson

Get the latest entertainment news, reviews and star-studded interviews with our Independent Culture email Get the latest entertainment news with our free Culture newsletter Get the latest entertainment news with our free Culture newsletter The iconic music spectacle Eurovision is set to launch its inaugural Asian edition in Bangkok later this year, marking a significant expansion for the long-running song contest. The Eurovision Song Contest Asia 2026 has already confirmed participants from at least 10 nations across the continent, including Thailand, South Korea, the Philippines, Vietnam, Malaysia, Cambodia, Laos, Bangladesh, Nepal, and Bhutan, with more expected to join ahead of the November finale. Martin Green, the contest’s director, highlighted the historical significance of the move in a recent announcement. “As we mark the 70th anniversary of the Eurovision Song Contest, it feels especially meaningful to open this next chapter with Asia, a region rich in culture, creativity and talent,” he stated. Bangkok has been lauded as the ideal host city, with Chuwit Sirivajjakul, a representative of the Thailand Tourism Authority, noting that it “has always …

Japan beat Australia to lift Women’s Asian Cup title | Football News

Japan beat Australia to lift Women’s Asian Cup title | Football News

Published by Sam Flores

Japan edges tournament hosts Australia 1-0 in ⁠the Women’s ⁠Asian Cup final to claim third title in four editions. Published On 21 Mar 202621 Mar 2026 Maika Hamano scored the only goal as a formidable Japan battled past Australia to clinch a third Women’s Asian Cup title in front of a record-breaking 74,357 fans in Sydney. The Tottenham star hit a stunning long-range strike in the 17th minute at Stadium Australia to break Australian hearts and add to their continental crowns from 2014 and 2018. Recommended Stories list of 4 itemsend of list Those finals were also against Australia and ended 1-0. The edge-of-the-seat decider culminated a landmark tournament with more than 350,000 fans through the turnstiles, reinforcing the growth in popularity of the women’s game. This was about six times as many as the previous tournament record set in 2010 in China, with the final setting a new attendance record for a single game in tournament history. The Asian Cup doubled as qualifying for the World Cup in Brazil next year, with Australia, Japan, …

US East Asian allies in legal quandary as Trump seeks help in the Middle East | US-Israel war on Iran News

US East Asian allies in legal quandary as Trump seeks help in the Middle East | US-Israel war on Iran News

Published by Sam Flores

South Korea and Japan are facing uncomfortable questions about their mutual defensive obligations as the United States seeks support from its allies in the war on Iran, now nearly three weeks in and escalating by the day. Earlier this week, US President Donald Trump urged the United Kingdom, China, France, Japan, and South Korea to send warships to the Strait of Hormuz, which has remained de facto closed since Washington launched its war with ally Israel on Tehran on March 28. Recommended Stories list of 4 itemsend of list The president backpedalled on his position on Tuesday – declaring on social media that “we no longer ‘need,’ or desire, the NATO Countries’ assistance – WE NEVER DID! Likewise, Japan, Australia, or South Korea” – but observers say US allies may not yet be out of the hot seat. Trump is expected to raise the issue of warships when he meets with Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi at the White House on Thursday, according to Al Jazeera correspondent Jack Barton. “People do expect him to put …

Asian Drama ‘The Season’ Set for U.S. Launch on Hulu in June

Asian Drama ‘The Season’ Set for U.S. Launch on Hulu in June

Published by Daniella Wilson

PCCW Media has locked down a June 2026 launch for The Season, its glossy Hong Kong-set limited series co-produced with SK Global, the studio behind Crazy Rich Asians. The rollout, announced at Hong Kong’s Filmart content market, will see the buzzy, rich-people-behaving-badly series stream on Hulu — and Hulu on Disney+ — in the U.S., while regional streamer Viu airs the title across markets in Asia, the Middle East and South Africa, and Now TV launches it in Hong Kong. Fremantle is leading international sales for the title in other territories with support from De Maio Entertainment. The companies are giving buyers a first look at the series during Filmart this week. The series has a buzzy, White Lotus-like premise set amidst Hong Kong high society. The official logline reads: “Set against the opulence and striking contrasts of Hong Kong, The Season follows a privileged group of friends gathering for a summer of sun-drenched luxury as boating season begins. What starts as a glamorous escape soon spirals into a web of deception, power struggles, and life-altering consequences.” ‘The Season’ …