TEXT BY FRANCIS RAY RETTINGER I started driving Uber back in mid-October of 2019, after I had just moved to L.A. Uber allowed me to acquire my own car, […]
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Meet The Creative Minds Behind the Headlining Films of LAAPFF 2019
This year, Southern California’s largest Asian-centric film festival is celebrating its 35th anniversary with one of its strongest lineups ever. Since its inception in 1983, the Los Angeles Pacific […]
Getting in Character: Kore Asian Media Rebrands to Chronicle and Celebrate Diverse Asian Americans in Entertainment
Los Angeles, CA (May 1, 2019) – The publishers of Kore Asian Media, the long-running online platform and print magazine that has become the entertainment bible for Asian Americans, will […]
Does Tampopo’s Ramen-Slinging Heroine Subvert Sexist Norms Or Perpetuate Them?
By Stacie Stukin Juzo Itami’s 1985 film, Tampopo, is considered one of the best food movies ever made for good reason. Who can forget the food and sex scenes—when egg […]
Asian Americans Answer: Is A Hotdog A Sandwich?
“I heard it was a tube steak. Is that the same thing?”
Join The #OneNation Movement Against Public Charge
One Nation AAPI is leading the charge against a proposed public charge rule in support of immigrant families. The rule affects individuals who are legally in the U.S. by […]
Asian Americans Answer: People I’ve Been Mistaken For
“I had one guy who was so mad at me because he thought I was lying about who I was.”
We Asked Asian Celebs To Sing Their Go-To Karaoke Songs
“I can show you the woooorld…”
We Ask Asian Celebs: What’s Your New Year’s Resolution?
“To be more of a functional adult.”
WATCH: Cassey Ho’s Digital Influencer Award Speech at the 17th Unforgettable Gala
“Following my passion was one of the scariest things I have ever had to do.”
2018 Unforgettable Performance: Judith Hill
Judith Hill returned to Unforgettable Gala, held inside the Beverly Hilton in Los Angeles on Dec. 8, for a second year.
2018 Unforgettable Performance: Philthy Funk ft. Elliott Yamin
Philthy Funk and Elliott Yamin performed at the 17th Unforgettable Gala at the Beverly Hilton in Los Angeles.
WATCH: Ben Baller’s Culture – Lifestyle Award Speech at the 17th Unforgettable Gala
“It’s way cooler now to not be the only Asian doing it — I feel so much stronger and even more confident with all of you here with me.” […]
2018 Unforgettable Performance: The Lab
“World of Dance” winners The Lab dazzled the crowd at the 17th annual Unforgettable Gala inside the Beverly Hilton in Los Angeles.
