It was inevitable that cartoon superfan Jessica Gao would transition from watching cartoons to creating them. “It’s just the next step in your Pokemon evolution,” she said. A television […]
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How Los Angeles Hearts Yaeji
By all accounts, the unassuming 25-year-old Korean American from Queens, New York, left the Yuma tent smoldering at this year’s Coachella festival, with what has become Yaeji’s signature low-burn […]
Marvel Wants to Create Asian and Asian American-Driven Superhero Franchise ‘Shang-Chi’
Marvel is reportedly on the search for an Asian or Asian American director to helm its first Asian superhero franchise in “Shang-Chi,” with Chinese American writer Dave Callaham already […]
Lyrica Okano: Behind the Scenes For December 2018 Issue
Marvel’s “Runaways” star Lyrica Okano is featured in KORE’s December 2018 issue. Check out the behind-the-scenes of our photo shoot with Okano: Read the e-magazine here, and subscribe here!
Angry Little Asian Girl Said Everything Young Me Was Too Afraid to Say
I still remember the first time I told off a boy who had gotten on my nerves. I was in sixth grade. “Shut up, or I’ll castrate you and […]
All About Lyrica Okano, the Girl-Crush Queen of Marvel’s ‘Runaways’
Every morning, Lyrica Okano wakes up at 7 a.m. She cleans, cooks a meal and gives a pep talk to her reflection in the mirror. “You can do this,” […]
Jameela Jamil Will Host TBS’ New Miserable Game Show
Misery loves company and…Jameela Jamil? “The Good Place” star, best known for portraying the narcissistic but well-meaning Tahani in the popular NBC comedy, is on board to host TBS’ […]
Everything You Need to Know About 2018 Unforgettable Gala Honorees
For the past 17 years, we’ve been celebrating achievement in the Asian American community at the Unforgettable Gala, turning the Beverly Hilton into a huge holiday party with all […]
‘To All the Boys I’ve Loved Before’ Sequel Is a Go
A sequel to “To All the Boys I’ve Loved Before” is reportedly in development at Netflix! According to the Hollywood Reporter, the streaming giant has signed a multi-picture deal […]
David Chang’s ‘Ugly Delicious’ Renewed For Season 2
Netflix has given “Ugly Delicious” the green light for a second season. The food/travel show from chef David Chang explores the culture and history behind our favorite dishes, from […]
Jason Momoa To Host ‘Saturday Night Live’
Jason Momoa, who’ll be back on the big screen soon as Aquaman, will make his “Saturday Night Live” hosting debut on Dec. 8, according to Variety, alongside musical guest […]
Review: James Syhabout Rediscovers Lao Roots In ‘Hawker Fare’ Cookbook
In 2011, James Syhabout took over the family business — his mother’s Thai restaurant in Oakland — and transformed it into his now-famed Lao/Thai eatery, Hawker Fare. Syhabout was […]
Review: Anderson .Paak Voices His P.O.V. on New Album ‘Oxnard’
Anderson .Paak displays his diverse flow and complex feelings in his latest album, “Oxnard.” From earnest political perspectives to carefree party jams, .Paak flexes his range. His funky sound is […]
Raja Kumari Isn’t Afraid of Being Labeled A Badass
Raja Kumari, née Svetha Rao, has established a name for herself in the music world over the last few years. Her work as a songwriter on Iggy Azalea’s “Change […]
Behind the Scenes of Steve Aoki’s ‘Waste It On Me’ Music Video
If Steve Aoki took away one message from the blockbuster success of “Crazy Rich Asians,” it was this: An Asian American moment is finally happening. So naturally, when it came […]
