S.J. Jung, a Democrat who is in the race against Sen. Toby Ann Stavisky for New York’s senatorial seat, is under fire for comments he made regarding the LGBT […]
Author: Patrick Libunao
Add these 5 Asian American female indie acts to your playlist
It can be difficult to discover great indie bands, so we’ve done it for you. Here are some all-female acts that have recently released fresh music: 1. Bleachbear Dream […]
Cinemax orders pilot for Bruce Lee-inspired crime drama
Cinemax ordered a pilot for “Warrior,” a crime drama based on original material written by the iconic martial artist Bruce Lee. The pilot episode will be executive produced by […]
PGA Toshiba Classic to honor military veterans
The PGA Champions Tour’s Toshiba Classic, the only event of its kind held in Orange County, will host its second annual Military Appreciation Day on Oct. 8. All former, […]
WWE Hall of Famer Mr. Fuji dies at 82
World Wrestling Entertainment wrestler and manager Harry Fujiwara, better known as Mr. Fuji, passed away Sunday morning at the age of 82. Remember the life and career of […]
US Postal Service to issue a Diwali-themed stamp
The U.S. Postal Service commemorates the Hindu festival of Diwali with a Forever Stamp. The five-day festival, also known as the Festival of Lights, celebrates the triumph of good […]
US remake of Korean ‘Grandpas Over Flowers’ makes solid debut
“Better Late Than Never,” which premiered Tuesday on NBC, posted promising numbers in its first showing, attracting over 7.35 million viewers. It scored the highest with adults aged from 18 […]
CA bill to expand ‘Asian American’ definition advances to Assembly
On Tuesday, the California Senate unanimously passed a bill that would require state agencies to collect more data on Asian American Pacific Islander subgroups, after it was revised to […]
Lakers bring Chinese star Yi Jianlian back to NBA
The Los Angeles Lakers officially announced Monday the signing of the 7-foot tall Chinese giant Yi Jianlian. Jianlian was the star player of the Chinese basketball team in the Olympic […]
Divided views on CA bill that would expand definition of ‘Asian American’
AB 1726, the Accounting for Health and Education in API Demographics (AHEAD) Act that would require California agencies to collect more data on groups under the label “Asian American,” has […]
It’s time to drink with these 6 Asian drinking games
Tired of playing beer pong? Try some of our favorite Asian alternatives. (And remember to drink responsibly.) via GIPHY 1. Titanic You’re probably not going to want to be […]
6 facts that will make you want to see ‘Kubo and the Two Strings’
If you’re not yet sold on “Kubo and the Two Strings,” which comes to theaters this weekend, here are a few facts that will make you want to join Kubo on […]
AAPI advocates recognize DACA fourth anniversary
Asian American advocate groups recognized the fourth anniversary of the Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) program this week. “It is important to recognize DACA because this program has […]
Nathan Adrian freestyles to fifth career Olympic gold
Swimmer Nathan Adrian will be leaving the Rio Olympics with two bronze medals and two golds, after winning his last race on Saturday. The Chinese American helped Michael Phelps, […]
Snapchat catches flak for ‘racist yellowface’ filter
A controversial new Snapchat filter is being accused of making a caricature of East Asians and promoting yellowface. The filter makes your cheeks fatter and narrows your eyes, and also lightens your skin […]
