@chungfun

Asia Editor for CNN Style, @CNN @CNNI’s platform for art, architecture, design, fashion, beauty and visual culture.

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Joined October 2011
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Today I launched Hyphenated, a CNN Style series exploring the complex issue of identity for minorities in the US, beginning with a focus on Asian Americans. It’s a deeply personal project, that feels ever more urgent amid the rise in anti-Asian hate crimes cnn.com/style/article/editor…
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Kamala Harris didn’t speak much during her surprise DNC appearance, but her suit spoke volumes: cnn.com/2024/08/20/style/kam… @oscarholland #DNC2024CHICAGO #KamalaHarris

A nod to Obama? Searching for symbolism in Kamala Harris’ tan suit | CNN

When the vice president appeared on stage at the Democratic National Convention on Monday evening, it evoked one of the shade’s defining moments: Tan-gate.

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This week K-pop superstar #Jin left the military, and then was embraced (1,000 times) by another army. CNN met with some of his most loyal fans: cnn.com/2024/06/13/style/sou… #BTSArmy #BTS #방탄소년단 @ValerioCNN @yoonjung_seo @jessieyeung8

BTS member Jin hugs 1,000 fans after completing mandatory military service | CNN

The oldest member of the K-pop phenomenon BTS embraced fans, a day after finishing his mandatory military service in South Korea.

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🇰🇷🚨진과 보낸 하루! Our day covering BTS superstar, JIN! The K-pop icon hugged 1,000 of the luckiest fans on the planet, celebrating the completion of his compulsory military service with the Korean Army.
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NEW: Thrilled to see our months-long work out, which takes a deep look at the “hikikomori” phenomenon in East Asia - people who isolate themselves at home for months or years. Great team effort with @jessieyeung8, @sophieyjeong, @kuzquiano & Woojin Lee: cnn.com/interactive/2024/05/…
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Zhongnanhai is China’s equivalent to the White House and among the most secretive places in the country. But it wasn’t always that way. @jmchatwin on its many lives: cnn.com/2024/05/25/style/zho…
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Rihanna in Shanghai making jianbing makes me want jianbing edition.cnn.com/2024/05/22/s…
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Stars gathered to celebrate Asian Pacific talent at this year’s Gold Gala — and they came dressed to represent: cnn.com/2024/05/13/style/gol… @GoldHouseCo
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CNN is on the red carpet at the annual #GoldGala, celebrating the top 100 Asian Pacific leaders who have had a profound impact on culture and society. ⭐️@GoldHouseCo @prabalgurung @padmalakshmi @lucyliu @ihatejoelkim 🙌🏼@chungfun @leifcoorlim
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Steve McCurry reflects on his 2004 photograph of young Shaolin monks, during the kung fu craze that swept China. cnn.com/2024/05/03/style/ste… @amygunia

How Steve McCurry captured the incredible acrobatics of China’s Shaolin monks | CNN

The photographer reflects on a memorable shot he took back in 2004, in one of the martial arts academies that had sprung up near the Shaolin Temple.

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“To be a lion, you need power, agility and control.” 🦁🧧🐉 Lion dancing is more than a lunar new year tradition. It's a fiercely competitive year-round sport. CNN visits Yun Fook Tong, one of #HongKong's top teams, as its members train to become fearless lions. 🙌🏽 @chungfun
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Contemporary artworks and comedy are the latest target of a sweeping attack on cultural freedoms by nationalist groups in China. @Nectar_Gan cnn.com/style/article/china-…

Analysis: How the Chinese military became an untouchable symbol of Xi Jinping’s nationalism | CNN

Contemporary artworks and comedy are the latest targets of a sweeping attack on cultural freedoms by nationalist groups in China.

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In “Sowing Rice with Salt,” Kyle Lui uses archival images of immigrant parents to inspire similar shots with their adult children, who were born or raised in the US. The project explores themes of race, identity, assimilation and more. @jessieyeung8 cnn.com/style/article/kyle-l…
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The US’s decision to switch diplomatic recognition from Taipei to Beijing shocked Taiwan when it was announced in 1978. But the island found solace in an unlikely place. @whannyuanc cnn.com/style/article/dance-…

Dance that comforted Taiwan during its loneliest hour returns to the stage | CNN

The US’s decision to switch diplomatic recognition from Taipei to Beijing sent shockwaves through Taiwan when it was announced in late 1978. But the island found solace in an unlikely place.

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If you weren’t a Connie, you grew up with a Connie, or were called Connie by kids in the playground. Brilliant piece @conniewang nytimes.com/interactive/2023…
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In the age of social media and post-pandemic, this Y2K pastime has taken on a whole new life in South Korea. @JakeKwon88 cnn.com/style/article/south-…

This Y2K pastime is becoming a big hit among South Korean youth | CNN

Photo booths are cropping up all over Seoul, becoming one of the trendiest destinations among the country’s Gen Z.

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A new JR installation in Hong Kong is worrying some feng shui masters. @VivienneChow news.artnet.com/art-world/jr…
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Historic. This means so much. #EEAAO #Oscars ❤️ ❤️ ❤️
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“This is the American dream!” Ke Huy Quan on winning the Oscar for best actor in a supporting role.
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Stars are arriving to the champagne-colored carpet for the #Oscars . Check out our rolling fashion coverage here: cnn.com/style/article/oscars…
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"A reflection of a life of fantasies and yearnings learnt from cinema." 📸 See "New Romantics," an exhibition of luscious, vibrant photography by An Rong Xu/許安榮 @anrizzy. Open to the public at @fcchk until March 31. fcchk.org/event/wall-exhibit…
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