Frankie Lantican
frankie.lantican@vice.comWhy Do People Keep Their Empty Apple Boxes?
Across the world, people are posting photos of the iPhone, iPod, and MacBook packaging they’ve kept through the years.
This Designer Turns Iconic Asian Snacks Into Rugs
The collection includes Calbee Shrimp Chips, Yakult, Spam, and White Rabbit candy.
Rare White Kiwi Bird That Inspired Children’s Book Dies After Surgery
Manukura was adored during her lifetime and her death prompted an outpouring of grief.
2020 in Weird Conspiracy Theories
Apparently, robots are spying on us, aliens are about to take over, and Kim Jong Un has a body double.
I Interviewed My Mom About Her Life as a Teenage Fangirl
I’m a massive fangirl but was shocked to find out that serious stanning runs in the family.
Japan Plans to Invest in AI Matchmaking to Boost Its Declining Birth Rate
The government will allocate over $19 million to local authorities that run matchmaking services.
These Were Netflix’s Most Popular K-Dramas of 2020
Across Asia, Netflix saw a nearly 150 percent average rise in K-drama viewing after countries enforced quarantine measures.
2020, the Year We Turned to K-Dramas, Anime, and Reality TV
Here's a pop culture time capsule for Asia, based on your Netflix binge-watching.
We Asked People About the Weirdest Christmas Gifts They’ve Ever Received
Is it truly the thought that counts?
A TikTok Trend Has People Sharing Traumatic Experiences to a Pop Song
Users say sharing their stories helps process trauma, but some worry the videos could be triggering for those who don't expect to see them.
Fully Driverless Taxis Are Now Roaming This City in China
In one video, a dog test-rides an unmanned RoboTaxi in downtown Shenzhen.