Chinese Backstreet Boys – That Way [by ewo]

Two of the earliest Youtube celebrities, which shows the website’s power of creating instant fame out of ordinary folks…

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Youtube – best of China from YeinJee's Asian Journal

Boring sex and smelly body odour were said to be the main reasons behind the break up among young folks; thus the state is thinking of inviting cosmetic firms to introduce exotic and sensuous fragrances which can arouse sexual ardour.

Earlier last month there’s also suggestions that couples on the brink of divorce to be offered free honeymoon packages to rekindle their romance.

This is turning into an interesting series; note that Terengganu is one of the most conservative states in the country… wonder what is coming next lol.

Exotic fragrances & free honeymoon to curb divorce rate from YeinJee's Asian Journal

The aircraft made an emergency diversion to Kuala Lumpur when the mother went into labour, but the baby was smart enough to pop out before the plane landed, thanks to the great assist by Dr. Ronald who happened to be on board.

The mother will enjoy the same free flights for life as well; wonder if there’s any bonus for the doctor though… guess not.

Congrats to the mummy & baby; and a pat on the back for Dr. Ronald :)

Malaysian baby gets free AirAsia flights for life from YeinJee's Asian Journal

I think the recruitment would fare better if they feature Megan Fox instead lol.

[video via Ecafniar@Youtube]

Taiwan’s armed force use Transformers for recruitment from YeinJee's Asian Journal

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Quack… Giant duck invades Osaka from YeinJee's Asian Journal

Tetsujin 28 was created in 1956 by Kobe-born Mitsuteru Yokoyama; it was one of the earliest giant robot characters in Japanese manga. The comic was later adapted into anime series and was aired in US as well, retitled as the Gigantor.

The Tetsujin 28 statue is located at Kobe’s Wakamatsu Park. It’s similar in height with the Gundam statue, but doesn’t have moving parts like the Tokyo counterpart. The Kobe robot is built as a permanent structure though, whereas the Gundam was disassembled after two months of exhibition.

If the trend keeps going, we might be seeing dozens of giant robot models across Japan in future… pretty fitting tourist attraction for the #1 robotic nation lol.

[image from the project's official website [Jp]]

Another life-size giant robot in Japan from YeinJee's Asian Journal

The old lady from the state of Terengganu became talk of the town in 2007 when she married a 37-year-old guy. She now believes her husband might leave her after completing his drug rehabilitation programme and settlling down in Kuala Lumpur besides marrying a woman younger than her.

What can I say… everyone deserves a little companion, as bizarre as it sounds. Wonder if she’s eyeing on a Super Junior (118% pun intended) this time lol.

[via Thestar]

107-year-old Malaysian woman wants 23rd husband from YeinJee's Asian Journal

Malaysian Idol (Michael Jackson) [by liquidbuffet]

Malaysian Idol 2004 audition. Epic performance.

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Youtube – best of Malaysia & Singapore from YeinJee's Asian Journal

The 46-year-old Frenchman is famous for scaling skyscrapers and famous architectures across the world, without safety equipments.

This was Robert’s third attempt to conquer the 452m Petronas Towers, formerly the world’s tallest building. He made the first attempt in 1997, and the second a decade later; both climbs were thwarted by authorities on the 60th floor.

He was subsequently arrested and fined RM2000 (~USD567) for illegal trespassing.

French ‘Spiderman’ conquered Petronas Towers finally from YeinJee's Asian Journal

EU bans old-fashioned light bulbs [BBC]

Japan’s new first lady claims to have rode on UFO to Venus [Reuters]

Korea – Geumsan Insam (ginseng) Festival [K-popped]

Retired – World’s longest serving bartender [Neatorama]

Rickshaw service at Japanese airport [Shibuya246]

Singapore – Couple stole S$16,000 worth of toiletries [Channelnewsasia]

Weird – 12 bizarre festivals around the world [Wickedreport]

X – We are all mutants [BBC]

Offbeat roundup (September 3, 2009) from YeinJee's Asian Journal

Simple methodology… just search for the specific keyword on Youtube and embed some of the most viewed videos here; limited to one video per channel.

Obviously there will be related videos that are missed out using this method, but it’s just a compilation for infotainment, let’s no go into details too much.

Keywords “Asia” and “Asian”… 13 vids with over a million views each…

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Youtube – best of Asia from YeinJee's Asian Journal

Cats use “soliciting purrs” to manipulate their owners in order to get attention and food [BBC]

Graphene – World’s thinnest material [Geekologie]

Japan – Manga sketch auctioned for USD14,100 [Animenewsnetwork]

Largest free floating bubble created (pic) [Dailymail]

Seriously? 100 essential skills for geeks [Geekdad]

USA – Jobless graduate sues college [NYpost]

USA – Man blamed cat for downloading child p0rn [Guardian]

Vietnam – World’s biggest cave found [Nationalgeographic]

Offbeat roundup (August 12, 2009) from YeinJee's Asian Journal

Named Love-kun, the new puppy was also born in Odate, northern Japan. The pet owner must have done something good in her past-life; having a cute dog like this is quite a blessing, having two is just heaven [image via Petsugar]

Heart-marked chihuahua gets identical brother from YeinJee's Asian Journal

Malaysian Spiderman saves the ducklings from YeinJee's Asian Journal

Although harmless to human body, the magnetic field could damage electronic devices left on the floor. The train company is installing extra shielding on these trains as countermeasures for the issue.

[video via kinchangnoodle@Youtube & Pinktentacle]

Paperclips dance on train floor from YeinJee's Asian Journal

Germany – Creative commercial… life’s too short for the wrong job [Wickedreport]

Japan – Body inflation tattoo art [Japanprobe]

Korean farmer with 85 satellite dishes [NYT]

Korea – Micro-miniskirt biggest eyesore at workplace [Koreatimes]

Nathan’s – Chestnut beats Kobayashi again in hot dog eating [Imprinttalk]

Oldest bible goes online [Codexsinaiticus]

Topography – Most complete earth’s surface terrain map published [BBC]

Virtual – ‘Billions’ stolen in online robbery [BBC]

Offbeat roundup (July 7, 2009) from YeinJee's Asian Journal