You may know sisig as a drinking food, or you may not know it at all – either way, here are six fresh takes on the pork dish! 1. In […]
Author: Patrick Libunao
Laser scans reveal hidden cities under Cambodian jungle
One of Cambodia’s most popular tourists attractions is Angkor Wat. But the temple complex is only a piece of the Khmer empire, as archaeologists have discovered more of the […]
SF Chinese community leader and activist Rose Pak dies at 68
A beloved community activist who helped in shaping the Asian American identity in San Francisco has died. Rose Pak, 68, died in her home early Sunday morning of natural […]
8 recipes to fix your kimchi cravings
Discover delicious new ways to eat your kimchi. 1. These kimchi-covered hot dogs (Hip Foodie Mom) No need for ketchup here! Korean kimchi, mustard, and radish is enough flavor for this […]
US to lift sanctions on Myanmar after Suu Kyi visit
President Barack Obama said Wednesday the U.S. will lift sanctions on Myanmar after a visit from the South Asian nation’s de facto leader Aung San Suu Kyi. This is […]
Yuh-Line Niou is in the running to become Manhattan’s first Asian American rep
In a six-way race, Yuh-Line Niou won the Democratic nomination Tuesday to represent New York’s lower Manhattan. The 33-year-old moved to the city almost six years ago, and is […]
People are already worried the live-action ‘Mulan’ will be whitewashed
A petition titled “Tell Disney You Don’t Want A Whitewashed Mulan!” has passed its goal of 90,000 signatures. The petition was sparked by Hollywood’s controversial casting choices in the past […]
Ryan Potter’s viral ‘Robin’ bid is a lot more than butt kickin’
Ryan Potter, the “Big Hero 6” star, has released a viral video showcasing his fighting abilities in an effort to put his name in the bid for Robin in […]
‘How to Pho’ video earns backlash from Asian community
Popular foodie magazine Bon Appétit is being criticized for a recent video and accompanying article discussing “how to eat” pho. The two-minute video – now taken down by the […]
Filipino drama wins top prize at Venice Film Festival
“Ang Babaeng Humayo” (“The Woman Who Left”), directed by Lav Diaz, won the coveted Golden Lion Saturday for best film at the 73rd Venice Film Festival, becoming the first Filipino […]
Try these 8 Asian foods next time you’re hungover
In preparation for your weekend. 1. Phở (DeaShoot / Creative Commons) What do you say to a bowl of this Vietnamese noodle soup after a hard night of drinking, with […]
Jackie Chan, Owen Wilson to return for third ‘Shanghai’ film
Back in 2000, Jackie Chan teamed up with Owen Wilson for the kung fu buddy comedy “Shanghai Noon.” In 2003, they brought the action-packed humor to a sequel, “Shanghai […]
Half-Japanese, half-Indian contestant wins Miss Japan, to mixed reactions
Japanese-Indian Priyanka Yoshikawa was crowned Miss Japan on Monday, making it the second year in a row a biracial woman has won the pageant. Her victory follows that of […]
Obama makes historic first visit to Laos
In a historic visit to Laos Tuesday, President Barack Obama and Laotian President Bounnhang Vorachith held talks in the capital city Vientiane, officially inaugurating a comprehensive partnership between the […]
Japanese cast to front film ’She’s Just A Shadow’
A Japanese cast comprising Tao Okamoto, Haruka Abe and Japanese punk band Loka lead singer Kihiro will front Adam Sherman’s new crime drama, “She’s Just A Shadow.” The in-English film, produced […]
