The World’s Smallest Whale Shark

The town of Donsol in the waters off Pilar in the eastern Philippines was the site of a recent remarkable discovery when a local whale shark “interaction officer” representing the international co…

Olive in Your Cocktail? Try a Toad Instead

Despite the name, no one’s ever found a filet mignon in a bottle of Beefeater gin. Likewise, you can swig Wild Turkey all day and never run the risk of choking on a wishbone. In fact, it’s fair to…

Was This the Last Appetizer of Its Kind?

Stop me if you’ve heard this one: A guy walks into a restaurant in the Philippines and orders roast fowl. “How would you like it?” asks the waiter. “Rare,” he says... Well, they don’t g…

Vietnam Plans to Outlaw Dancing in Karaoke Clubs

Busting a move in a karaoke club may soon get you busted in Vietnam. Government officials are currently pushing for a ban on dancing in the country’s increasingly popular singing establishments. …

Taiwan’s Dragon Stadium Turns Sunshine into Power

Dragons show up everywhere in traditional Chinese culture. There are dragon robes and dragon boats; fengshui practitioners tell of dragons that nestle in the earth and influence the flow of energy. Th…

Singapore Woman Bites Off Boss’ Penis…

But Not on Purpose… Singapore is known for its cultural centers, Esplanade, and beautiful skyline. But it’s certainly not known for its oral circumcisions… that is – until now. A 30 year…

A Sign of Progress for Thai “Ladyboys”

Picture trying to wedge a 51st star into the American flag, and you’ll get an idea of the task that may soon face sign makers worldwide, thanks to a new policy at a rural high school in Thailand. …

Taiwanese Whale Explosion… Literally

A whale intended for research exploded on a Taiwanese street, soaking passersby in blood and guts. The sperm whale, which had died on the beach and was being transported back in 2004 through Ta…

Fisherman Sells Dinosaur to Restaurant

A dinosaur-era fish would seem like a rare gift to most treasure-hunters. Surviving instances of such legendary creatures would make an ordinary fisherman rush to his local university to make sure tha…

Thai Monks Find the Path to “Beervana”

When life gives you lemons, so the saying goes, make lemonade. And when it gives you beer? Well, it doesn’t take a genius to find a use for the beverage itself, but then there’s the question of al…

Father Throws 10 Month-Old in Boiling Water on a Dare

A 10 month-old Taiwanese girl was severely burned at the hand of her father last week in Taiwan. Mr. Huang, a 47 year-old alcoholic noodle factory owner, had been out all night drinking with so…

Buying Votes in Bangkok… With Viagra

Politics in Thailand and buying votes are nothing new, but creative ways to garner favor among the populace is a challenge for even the most resourceful candidates. In lieu of cash, one Bangkok can…

Arme Tsering, The Oldest Living Person, Turns 118

With all the advancements in science, health, and general living conditions around the world, it is no surprise that people are living better and longer. Still, it never stops being amazing when we ta…

Malaysian Woman Jailed For Worshipping Tea Pot

I have heard of some pretty weird cults in my time, but this... well this one might just be my cup of tea. Seriously, although the Malaysia constitution guarantees freedom of religion, a woman was …