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Good Afternoon. Today is Wednesday, January 10. We cover the Asian news, culture, and entertainment you need to know in under two minutes!

PS: Check out our Cozy Anime Winter Village video, which features 2-hours of calming piano and is the perfect backdrop for studying and relaxation.

South Korea Is Creating A Visa For Kpop and Kdrama Fans

Travel: South Korea is launching a new visa, known as the Hallyu visa or "K-culture training visa," specifically for fans of South Korean entertainment.

• The visa will permit non-Koreans enrolled at local performing arts academies to stay in the country for up to two years.

• The Ministry of Culture, Sports, and Tourism is driving this initiative, committing to support foreign artists and actors.

Trivia Time: Malaysia Edition 🇲🇾

Japan’s Elderly Are Seeking Jobs Even Past Retirement

Japan: The number of people 65 and older looking for work in Japan has more than doubled over the past decade, according to government data.

• The proportion of job seekers 65 and older was 13%, up sharply from 5% in 2014. If those ages 55 and over are included, the group accounts for a third of all job seekers.

• Elderly job seekers cite work as an opportunity to supplement their income while also staying mentally and physically active.

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Introducing the Banana Milk card in Potluck Showdown – banana-flavored creamy goodness in a every sip 🍌

Infused with the essence of ripe bananas, each glass of banana milk is a journey to childhood paradise.

This isn't just a card, it's a celebration of Asian cuisine wrapped in a game night experience.

See this card and all of the others in Potluck Showdown 

Just Introvert Things ✨ 

White Lotus: Season three of HBO hit TV series “The White Lotus” is coming to Thailand with filming scheduled to begin in February.

Ouch: Taiwan removed more than 300 kidney stones from a woman who hydrated herself only with sweetened drinks

Ghibli x Subaru: Spirited Away’s main characters starred in a Japanese car commercial, with an all-grown Chihiro explaining the car’s “Eyesight” feature.

Dental Health: Brighten your teeth with every rinse using this mouthwash – extra whitening, alcohol-free, for a dazzling smile!

Staying Warm: Say goodbye to cold ears – these soft warm earmuffs are here to bring warmth and style to your winter outings!

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