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The Weird, Twisting Tale of How China Spied on Alysa Liu and Her Dad

The Weird, Twisting Tale of How China Spied on Alysa Liu and Her Dad

Published by skeptic

On November 16, 2021, Matthew Ziburis sat in his car in a residential neighborhood in the Bay Area stalking an “enemy,” as he put it. A veteran of both the US Army and Marine Corps, Ziburis had previously served in Iraq. But on this mission, he was working at the behest of China’s government. The targets that autumn day were American citizens: Arthur Liu and his teenage daughter, Alysa. Arthur’s personal story was an exemplar of the American Dream. As a university student, he took part in the 1989 pro-democracy movement in China. After the crackdown at Tiananmen Square that year, he fled to the United States, settling in California. Arthur poured a small fortune and an equal amount of energy into molding Alysa into a figure skating phenom. As a national champion at age 13, she bantered along with Jimmy Fallon on The Tonight Show, and was at the time on track to represent America at the Winter Olympics the following year in Beijing. Ziburis was surveilling the Liu home when he called Arthur, …

Alysa Liu surprises in orange minidress and knee-high boots in new dance video with famous singer

Alysa Liu surprises in orange minidress and knee-high boots in new dance video with famous singer

Published by Daniella Wilson

Alysa Liu looked worlds away from her usual alt-grunge look when she stepped out with Icelandic singer Laufey in a ’60s-inspired aesthetic, with the pair wearing matching outfits. The Olympic champion donned an orange minidress and knee-high brown boots for the occasion, before adding an orange headband, chunky orange bangles and a white beaded necklace to complete the look. Meanwhile, Laufey sported a white crocheted minidress with white knee-high boots, a white headband, chunky white bangles and eye-catching white earrings. The dynamic duo did the opening dance to PinkPantheress’ “Stateside”, which Alysa skated to at the Winter Olympics in February. “Welcome to the party,” Laufey wrote in the Instagram caption, prompting an outpouring of excitement from fans over their unexpected collaboration. “OKAAAYYYY,” wrote PinkPantheress in the comment section, while the official US Figure Skating account added: “You have our attention.” © InstagramAlysa wowed in the ’60s-inspired look “Madwoman let’s gooo,” Alysa wrote in her own Instagram post. The figure skating star has been vocal about her love of Laufey and PinkPantheress, whose songs she skated …

Simu Liu, Melissa Barrera’s ‘The Copenhagen Test’ to Air on Channel 4

Simu Liu, Melissa Barrera’s ‘The Copenhagen Test’ to Air on Channel 4

Published by Daniella Wilson

Brits will be able to watch Simu Liu‘s new hacker thriller on Channel 4. The Copenhagen Test will launch April 8, the network unveiled on Wednesday, alongside the release of the show’s trailer. The series follows first-generation Chinese-American intelligence analyst Alexander Hale (Liu), who realizes his brain has been hacked, giving the perpetrators access to everything he sees and hears. “Caught between his shadowy agency and the unknown hackers,” a plot synopsis reads, “he must maintain a performance 24/7 to flush out who’s responsible and prove where his allegiance lies.” Melissa Barrera, Sinclair Daniel, Brian d’Arcy James, Mark O’Brien, and Kathleen Chalfant also star in the Peacock Original. Its lead, Liu, is best known for his roles in the MCU’s Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings, as well as Greta Gerwig’s Barbie. The series is produced by UCP, a division of Universal Studio Group. Thomas Brandon is the creator and serves as executive producer, writer and co-showrunner. Jennifer Yale is co-showrunner, writer and executive producer. Executive producers include James Wan, Michael Clear and …

Star Awards 2026 to feature international stars Julian Cheung, Ada Choi, Kevin Tsai, Bowie Lam and Jasper Liu

Star Awards 2026 to feature international stars Julian Cheung, Ada Choi, Kevin Tsai, Bowie Lam and Jasper Liu

Published by Sam Flores

Closer to home, Guo Liang will be clocking his 17th time hosting the Star Awards and will be joined by Mediacorp actors Zhang Ze Tong, and Cheryl Chou. Mediacorp veterans Chen Shucheng, Richard Low, and Zhu Houren, also known as the OG Gang, are set to appear. Their combined body of work spans generations of local storytelling. The Walk of Fame also returns with hosts Jeremy Chan, Lee Teng, Hazelle Teo, and 987 DJ Germaine Tan, promising fashion commentary. For an unfiltered view of the proceedings, the Backstage Live marathon, hosted by YES 933 DJs including Jeff Goh and Chen Ning, will be livestreamed on TikTok. If Apr 19 feels too far away, fans can check out a pre-event day rave that will be happening this Sunday (Apr 5) at KADA Maxwell. Admission is free. DJ sets that will weave together songs in contention for the Star Awards 2026 Best Original Song award with other iconic hits, alongside a slate of interactive activations: A touchscreen quiz that reveals which drama character type you are, An …

Alysa Liu steals the show in little black dress at star studded event

Alysa Liu steals the show in little black dress at star studded event

Published by Daniella Wilson

Alysa Liu turned heads at the iHeartRadio Awards as she stepped onto the red carpet in a sleek, modern take on the classic little black dress, proving once again that her star power extends far beyond the ice. The Olympic figure skater exuded confidence as she posed on the red carpet, opting for a minimalist yet striking ensemble that perfectly balanced elegance with edge. Her fitted black gown featured a unique halter-style neckline designed to resemble a loosely draped tie, adding a contemporary twist to the timeless silhouette. © Getty Images for iHeartRadioAlysa Liu attends the 2026 iHeartRadio Music Awards The dress hugged her frame before falling into an asymmetrical hemline, revealing a glimpse of her legs and giving the look a dynamic, fashion-forward finish. She completed the outfit with pointed black heels and a structured black clutch, keeping her accessories understated to let the statement design take center stage. Alysa’s beauty look was equally captivating. Her makeup leaned into a softly glam aesthetic, featuring smoky eyes, subtle contouring, and a natural-toned lip that enhanced …

Shenzhen Express | Yi-Ling Liu

Shenzhen Express | Yi-Ling Liu

Published by José Betancourt

Shenzhen is a city that builds. In the 1980s, during China’s economic reforms, Deng Xiaoping declared the city a special economic zone, calling on migrants from across the country to move there to construct a metropolis from the ground up. They built highways, bridges, and the city’s first skyscraper, the fifty-story Guomao Building, at a rate of one floor every three days—a pace that came to be known as “Shenzhen speed.” They dredged ports, carved tunnels through bedrock, and raised glass towers on reclaimed land. They built factories that first made T-shirts, cardboard boxes, and plastic toys, then circuit boards, televisions, karaoke microphones, gaming consoles, and most of the world’s iPhones. By the late 2010s Shenzhen produced more than 90 percent of the world’s electronics, earning it the moniker “the Silicon Valley of hardware.” Today the city is home to the world’s largest makers of electric vehicles, telecommunications equipment, and consumer drones. Shenzhen serves as an example of China’s manufacturing power as well as a foil for Silicon Valley in Dan Wang’s new book, Breakneck: …

Intrinsic Motivation Helped Alysa Liu Win Gold

Intrinsic Motivation Helped Alysa Liu Win Gold

Published by Jenni Sidey

“I skated every day when I was like 13, 14…Especially as a kid, you don’t really know what you want. Skating feels more like a responsibility or a burden even. Like this is what I have to do.” –Alysa Liu, 20, 2026 Olympic gold medalist, women’s figure skating Alysa Liu has described her early skating career as fueled by extrinsic motivation, or a desire to do something based on external factors like pressure or a reward. People experience extrinsic motivation on a daily basis: An employee stays late at the office in hopes of a bonus or promotion. A student studies hard for a test to get an A and avoid disappointing their parents. This external pressure can be helpful but, when too dominant, can also drain the joy from activities people once loved. In Liu’s case, the urging of her father and coaches provided extrinsic motivation—and it worked. At age 13, she became the youngest U.S. Women’s Figure Skating Champion in history. But at 16, she quit skating abruptly to do things she wanted …

Alysa Liu welcomed back to Oakland as hometown hero

Alysa Liu welcomed back to Oakland as hometown hero

Published by Sam Flores

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Mariska Hargitay, Lucy Liu and Isla Fisher lead the best dressed at TIME Women of the Year Gala 2026

Mariska Hargitay, Lucy Liu and Isla Fisher lead the best dressed at TIME Women of the Year Gala 2026

Published by Daniella Wilson

Hollywood’s most inspiring women gathered in style this week as the TIME Women of the Year Gala returned for 2026, bringing together stars, activists and cultural leaders for an evening celebrating female influence and achievement. Held in Los Angeles, the prestigious event honoured women making a powerful impact across entertainment, politics, business and activism, while the red carpet delivered a dazzling display of fashion from some of the industry’s most stylish stars. From sculptural gowns to modern tailoring, the evening proved that glamour and purpose go hand in hand. Join HELLO! as we take a look at the best dressed.  © Getty Images for TIME Mariska Hargitay Mariska Hargitay brought classic elegance to the evening in a stunning white gown featuring long sleeves and a dramatic crystal-embellished detail running down the centre. The structured silhouette created a sleek and sophisticated look that felt perfectly suited to the occasion. Paired with metallic heels and understated jewellery, the Law & Order: SVU star delivered one of the most refined red carpet moments of the night. © Getty …

Olympians Liu and Gu Travel Very Different Paths, and China-US Relations Hang Over Their Stories

Olympians Liu and Gu Travel Very Different Paths, and China-US Relations Hang Over Their Stories

Published by Sam Flores

WASHINGTON (AP) — It is as captivating as it is divisive: the tale of two Chinese American athletic geniuses who have so much in common but make such different choices. Eileen Gu, a 22-year-old freestyle skier, and Alysa Liu, a 20-year—old figure skater, were both born to Chinese immigrants in California, and both were brought up in single-parent households. Both are elite athletes who turned in gold-medal performances at the 2026 Milan Cortina Winter Olympics last month. But public opinion diverges over their choices about the countries for which they compete. Gu chooses to represent China, while Liu waves the U.S. flag. Those decisions are generating heated debates over loyalty — an issue interwoven with money, values and politics on both sides of the Pacific Ocean. In China, many laud Gu for identifying herself as Chinese and competing for the honor of the motherland. But plenty praise Liu, too, for her free spirit and genuineness — sometimes with a subtle nod to her father’s role in the 1989 Tiananmen Square democracy protests that landed him …