Lifestyle
Hello Kitty and Pikachu become official ambassadors for Japan
I have to admit, I wouldn’t have been able to think of more fitting fictional characters to become Japan’s newest ambassadors.
Just a few days ago, Japan’s Minister for Foreign Affairs Taro Kono appointed Sanrio’s Hello Kitty and Pokémon’s Pikachu as the country’s ambassadors.
See the surreal moment for yourself:
I have appointed Pikachu and Hello Kitty as Ambassador to promote the City of Osaka for the 2025 Expo host city. pic.twitter.com/mCkiCl5T5j
— KONO Taro (@konotaromp) November 29, 2017
While this feels like a very Japan thing to do, the reason for this goes a little deeper than just honoring two of the country’s most iconic characters.
Japan is promoting the city of Osaka to become the host for World Expo 2025, which takes place every five years to raise awareness and find solutions for world issues. Dubai will be the host city in 2020.
The host city for 2025 will be announced in November 2018. Unless the other candidates Azerbaijan, France, and Russia have tricks like this up their sleeve, Japan should win on outlandish creativity and forward-thinking alone.
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Entertainment
KPop Demon Hunters is officially getting a sequel
Maggie Kang and Chris Applehans will return to write and direct.
This feels like a formality at this point. Netflix and Sony have officially confirmed that KPop Demon Hunters is getting a sequel.
If you feel like you’ve read this exact title before, then you’re not alone. Since its massive success last year, the hit animated film constantly spawned talks of a potential franchise. It probably helped that the title quickly became Netflix’s most-watched film of all time. From the last we’ve heard of the rumors, Netflix was reportedly eyeing a 2029 premiere for the sequel.
Now, it’s official. As posted by Netflix itself, KPop Demon Hunters will get a sequel soon. Even better, the follow-up will be written and directed by the same duo, Maggie Kang and Chris Applehans.
Kang, who celebrated the first movie’s ability to tell a Korean story, says that there’s a lot more to explore in the film’s universe. “There’s so much more to this world we have built and I’m excited to show you. This is only the beginning,” she said.
Right now, the plot’s sequel is still unknown, especially since the Saja Boys were defeated in the first film.
Given how big the original movie got, the sequel is no surprise. Besides bagging the top spot on Netflix’s charts, the film also got an eventual release in theaters. KPop Demon Hunters is up for a potential Oscars win after it was nominated for Best Animated Feature. Its hit song, “Golden,” is also nominated for Best Original Song.
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Accessories
Bringing Care-a-Lot to my daily carry
This is why my gizmos and workspace finally feel like a warm hug!
Growing up, the Care Bears taught us that sharing was a superpower and that every emotion had a color.
For many of us, the Care Bears weren’t just characters on a screen; they represented a language of kindness and colorful dreams.
Bringing the CASETiFY x Care Bears collection into my daily rotation feels like carrying a small piece of that “Care-a-Lot” magic wherever I go.
My iPhone 16 Pro now lives in the Care Bears Shake Shake Case (PhP 3,990). It’s a tactile reminder of playfulness in the middle of a busy workday.
When I’m heading out, the Share Bear Earbuds Pouch (PhP 2,990) clips onto my bag. It keeps my music close while reminding me of the value of sharing. It’s surprisingly versatile, too, fitting my Shokz OpenFit 2+ or even the bulkier case of the JBL Sense Pro.
When I switch to a different MagSafe case, the Starry Night Snappy Cardholder Stand (PhP 2,490) magnetically attaches to the back of my phone, adding a bit of celestial whimsy to my day
Even my workspace has a new glow. The Twilight Dreams Laptop Sleeve (PhP 3,090) fits my 13-inch MacBook perfectly, wrapping my most important work tool in nostalgic, soft-toned illustrations.
We often look for tech that performs, but we rarely look for accessories that hugs back. This collection does both.
It turns my everyday essentials into a canvas for positivity, proving that even in a digital world, there’s always room for a little more care.
Clips from One Piece Season 2 are circulating across TikTok, Threads, and X — and the internet has reached a very clear conclusion.
Screenshots of Zoro, Nami, Luffy, and Miss All Sunday have been circulating widely online.
This cast is aggressively attractive.
One Threads post even asked the question outright: “Why is the One Piece cast aggressively attractive?” Judging by the reactions online, plenty of fans seem more than happy to investigate.
And after watching the new season ourselves, we can confirm: yes, the viral moments making the rounds online are very real.
Zoro continues to be the internet’s favorite
good morning to roronoa zoro pic.twitter.com/VTSbFACY4I
— Netflix (@netflix) March 11, 2026
A big chunk of the viral clips revolve around Mackenyu as Zoro.
Specifically, a scene where the swordsman appears shirtless — showing off a physique that fans immediately began thirst-posting about across social media.
It’s the kind of moment that practically feels engineered for screenshots. Stoic expression. Scarred swordsman energy. Abs fully visible.
Naturally, the internet noticed.
Luffy gets his Hollywood abs moment
Iñaki Godoy as Luffy in ‘ONE PIECE’ Season 2 pic.twitter.com/34eHZjbhdp
— MEN (@MENin4K) March 10, 2026
Even Iñaki Godoy gets a similar viral moment.
One circulating clip shows Luffy wearing nothing but a towel, with his abs in full view. Fans quickly clipped the scene and began sharing it across social platforms.
Godoy himself seems aware of the moment. In one interview clip now floating around online, the actor joked that he might as well enjoy the “Hollywood abs” moment now — since his next role might just have him playing a regular guy.
Fair point.
@lyn_ching7 Have you seen shirtless LUFFY yet? Prepare for his “12 pack” ⚔️😁 @Netflix Philippines @Netflix @onepiecenetflix #onepiece #netflix #netflixph ♬ original sound – Ms. Lyn Ching
The internet also noticed Miss All Sunday
Another character generating plenty of reactions online is Miss All Sunday, also known to fans as Nico Robin.
MISS ALL SUNDAY!!!!!! pic.twitter.com/fxBehJff3S
— Netflix Brasil (@NetflixBrasil) March 10, 2026
Trailer comments posted by Netflix quickly filled up with reactions from viewers pointing out the character’s striking appearance — including jokes asking why her chest looked so prominent in the preview.
Other fans quickly pushed back, asking the obvious question: why complain?
Nami might be winning the internet
This is how I find out that the new One Piece live action season dropped today 😭 pic.twitter.com/gldmIRN2NL
— Zeus (@Promithean11) March 10, 2026
Still, the character that seems to be getting the biggest reaction online is Nami.
Clips and screenshots of Emily Rudd wearing a tiny red bra have been circulating widely, with fans praising both the character’s look and Rudd’s screen presence.
The scene is brief, but it clearly made an impression.
And judging by the number of screenshots floating around online, a lot of viewers had the exact same reaction.
Nami pic.twitter.com/vp7aU0jlxr
— 𝐎𝐧𝐞 𝐏𝐢𝐞𝐜𝐞 𝟒𝐤 (@namiarchive_) March 11, 2026
Some people tuned in out of curiosity.
Others may have tuned in after seeing those screenshots.
Honestly, fair.
Either way, the viral clips are real — and they’re all pulled directly from the new season.
One Piece Season 2 is now streaming on Netflix.
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