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Henry Sue, who learned kung fu in the 1950s to protect his family's restaurant from racist gangs, will become one of only a handful of level 10 grandmasters in the world. After 67 years of practice, the 83-year-old Brisbane teacher is receiving kung fu's highest possible honor.
A new action film combines ballet with combat in "Ballet-Fu," showing dancers as fierce fighters who use their training as their superpower. The movie proves ballerinas are tough enough to be action heroes without losing what makes dance beautiful.
Aotearoa hip hop pioneer Che Fu will be inducted into New Zealand's Music Hall of Fame this May, celebrating a groundbreaking career that brought conscious hip hop into the mainstream. The artist who gave us "Chains" and "Misty Frequencies" blazed a trail by weaving Māori and Pasifika culture into music that defined a generation. ---
Humanoid robots performed martial arts and traditional dances at China's most-watched television event, showcasing how far robotics has come. The annual CCTV Spring Festival gala brought cutting-edge technology to 1.3 billion viewers celebrating the new year.
A humanoid robot just ran a half marathon faster than any human ever has. The machine crossed the finish line in Beijing in 48 minutes and 19 seconds, shattering the human world record by nine minutes.
A Chinese android named Lightning just shattered the half-marathon world record, finishing in 50 minutes and 26 seconds. The bright red humanoid beat the fastest human time by more than six minutes.
Nineteen Ethiopian university students wowed judges with Chinese speeches, martial arts, and traditional songs at the 25th Chinese Bridge Competition in Addis Ababa. Two winners will now represent Ethiopia at the global finals in China.
A startup taught robots to read emotions and body language by having them work around-the-clock hotel shifts alongside human staff. These socially intelligent bots now greet guests in three U.S. hotels and handled thousands of conversations at a major tech conference.
Humanoid robots performed martial arts, comedy sketches, and synchronized dance routines on China's most-watched TV show, highlighting the country's rapid progress in robotics technology. The annual Spring Festival gala drew 79% of China's live TV viewers and showcased why the nation now leads the world in humanoid robot production.
A new profession is emerging in China where young trainers teach humanoid robots everyday tasks like making coffee and household chores through motion capture technology. The country now leads the world with 90% of humanoid robot shipments, creating thousands of new jobs in this rapidly growing field.
Two giant pandas are headed to Zoo Atlanta, rekindling a conservation partnership that brings together communities across the Pacific. The return marks a hopeful shift after diplomatic tensions paused exchanges between the nations.
Mental health experts are helping Asian Australian families navigate holiday stress with practical tips for setting boundaries and staying connected. Their advice is making celebrations more joyful for thousands preparing for the festival starting February 17.
Scientists uncovered DNA from a previously unknown human branch that lived through the end of the last ice age in northern East Asia, rewriting what we know about ancient survival. The discovery shows human diversity persisted far longer than expected, even as cultures transformed.
Scientists built penny-sized metal sensors that detect motion using only sound, no batteries required. The breakthrough could eliminate millions of batteries from smart home devices.
Hong Kong is cordoning off parts of Sharp Island's shoreline to protect precious coral reefs from 1,000 daily visitors expected during the Labour Day holiday. The move could lead to permanent marine protection for the popular tourist spot.
Hong Kong is expanding smart home technology across public housing to help seniors live safely and independently. Door sensors, fall detectors, and stair climbers are rolling out to thousands of elderly residents.
Two Asian nations just signed a groundbreaking climate deal that could unlock millions in green investment. The partnership creates a new path for funding renewable energy and sustainable projects across the region.
Despite rainy weather, nearly 1,400 nature lovers visited Hong Kong's stunning East Dam each day during the Easter holiday weekend. Conservation officials are now exploring visitor management systems to protect this beloved natural treasure for future generations.
Three Hong Kong hikers, all in their 70s, were safely located after spending a night lost in the wilderness following a 12-hour search operation. None of the trio needed medical treatment, proving that staying calm and resilient can lead to happy endings even in scary situations.
Singapore is proving that smart governance doesn't mean using every available technology. The nation is drawing clear lines on surveillance tools, prioritizing citizen privacy while still keeping communities safe.
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