Above image: David Ryu celebrates his May 19 victory. by JAMES S. KIM | @james_s_kim editor@charactermedia.com Accompanied by his parents and civic leaders, David Ryu was officially sworn […]
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‘Korean Superboy’ Doo-ho Choi Withdraws From July 15 Bout
by JAMES S. KIM | @james_s_kim editor@charactermedia.com Fans of the “Korean Superboy” will have to wait a bit longer to see him back in the Octagon. Doo-ho Choi was forced out […]
Talented Snapchat User Takes Snapchat Art To Another Level
When I think of Snapchat, I think of my friends and I sending each other unattractive selfies, pictures of cute babies, envy-worthy vacations shots and, of course, food. Basically, […]
BD Wong Reprises Role From Two Decades Ago in ‘Jurassic World’
Story by Carol Park As a character actor who’s been in the business for more than 30 years, BD Wong has that sort of timeless face that is […]
Olivia Munn Shows Her Psylocke Sword-Fighting Skills
 There are countless reasons to love Audrey‘s Spring 2011 cover girl, Olivia Munn. In fact, we’ve already created a list of our Top 5 reasons, but that was […]
[VIDEO] If Women Ran Hollywood
Story by James S. Kim Margaret Cho isn’t one to shy away from conversations on any topic. If anything, she hits them straight on. In a new satirical […]
Academy Invites New Korean Members, Including Bong Joon-ho and Choi Min-sik
by REERA YOO | @reeraboo editor@charactermedia.com The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences has invited a record number of 322 individuals, with its list reflecting the Oscar-granting […]
Marriage Equality Ruling Resonates Among Korean Americans
Pictured above: The White House is lit up in rainbow colors in commemoration of the Supreme Court’s ruling to legalize same-sex marriage on Friday, June 26, 2015, in Washington. […]
Far From Being Forgotten: Learning Lessons From the Korean War
This article was published in the June 2000 issue of KoreAm Journal by then-assistant editor (and current contributing editor), Jimmy Lee. Some portions of the article have been […]
Baby of Mine
story and illustration by KAM REDLAWSK As young as age 8, I was envisioning my future child—namely, a daughter. I remember having such love for her and a strong curiosity about her. It wasn’t the typical stuff like, “What […]
[VIDEO] American vs. Koreans on a College Entrance English Exam
by REERA YOO | @reeraboo editor@charactermedia.com Can an American score higher than two South Koreans on the English-language portion of a Korean college entrance exam? American expat Dave […]
[VIDEO] If Margaret Cho Ran Hollywood
by JAMES S. KIM | @james_s_kim editor@charactermedia.com Margaret Cho isn’t one to shy away from conversations on any topic. If anything, she hits them straight on. In a […]
Runway To Street Style: Making The Fringe Trend Work For You
The major holiday weekend is just around the corner and if you’re hunting for last minute outfit ideas, check out this ’70s fashion throwback for a casual, cool feel.  While some […]
Fitness Friday: Healthier Baking Alternatives for the Avid Baker
This may be odd, but although I don’t like candy, I absolutely love pastries. Baked goods of any sort will win the way to my heart! So naturally, I do […]
Top Stories of the Week: These Asian Actresses Are So Much More Than Just Hot
1)Â Hollywood’s “20 Hottest Asian Actresses” Are So Much More Than Hot (READ HERE)Â 2)Â (Safe) Big Circles Lenses Are Finally Available in the U.S. (READ HERE)Â […]
