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 […]
Author: Patrick Libunao
7 ways New Chinese Super-Man differs from the original
We’re only one issue into the New Super-Man, but writer Gene Luen Yang has definitely delivered in re-envisioning the classic superhero. Here are some of those differences. (Warning: Contains […]
Champion Chinese magician to perform at Pechanga
The international magician, Louis Yan, is set to amaze audiences with his magic show, “The Moment” at the Pechanga Theater in Temecula, California, on Aug. 27 and 28, as […]
Suzuki becomes first player of Asian descent to join MLB’s 3000-hit club
Ichiro Suzuki, No. 51 of the Miami Marlins, recorded his 3000th hit during Sunday’s game against the Colorado Rockies, joining 29 other players in the distinction and becoming the first […]
A Hayao Miyazaki-inspired art show is coming to LA this weekend
A tribute art show for legendary Studio Ghibli director Hayao Miyazaki will be held at the Mid-City Art House in Los Angeles on Aug. 6 and 7. “The Enchanted […]
Jayapal in the running to become the first South Asian woman in Congress
The results of Tuesday’s Washington primary have put state senator Pramila Jayapal is in the lead for the state’s 7th Congressional District seat. Jayapal, who came to the U.S. from […]
11 Asian American Olympic athletes you need to know before Rio
We have two days left until the Rio Olympic Games – and joining Team USA are several Asian American athletes. Here are the names you should look out for this year: […]
August recognized as Muslim Appreciation and Awareness Month in California
Amidst loud nationwide criticism against anti-Muslim American rhetoric, August 2016 was designated as Muslim Appreciation and Awareness Month by the California State Assembly on Monday. “Unfortunately, the Muslim community […]
Ariya Jutanugarn makes Thai golf history with Women’s British Open win
At age 11, Ariya Jutanugarn qualified for the 2007 Honda LGPA Thailand, becoming the youngest person ever to do so. Now, the 20-year-old has become the first Thai golfer […]
White House to host Singapore PM for state dinner
President Barack Obama will host Singaporean Prime Minister Lee Hsien Loong for an official visit and state dinner on Aug. 2. The visit will be the first of its […]
Momofuku debuts plant-based burger that looks and tastes like the real thing
Chef David Chang’s Momofuku Nishi restaurant in New York City debuted the Impossible Burger Wednesday, which tastes like a regular burger but is animal-free. The burger was created by […]
Priyanka Chopra to co-host Global Citizen Festival
“Quantico” star Priyanka Chopra announced Tuesday on NBC’s “Today Show” that she will co-host this year’s Global Citizen Festival. Global Citizen, an organization that brings awareness to issues around […]
Asian American groups condemn ‘racist’ campaign ads
A group of Asian American advocates in Missouri criticized what they called “xenophobic” political ads used in the state attorney general race between Sen. Kurt Schaefer and Josh Hawley. […]
Cool down with these 8 Asian summer desserts
Dying in the summer heat? Stay cool with these desserts from around Asia. (Ron Diggity / Creative Commons) 1. Halo-halo Translated as “mix-mix,” this Filipino dessert is a collection of sweets. […]
Asian American theater group to premiere new LA play
Playwright Carla Ching’s “The Two Kids That Blow S–t Up” is set to premiere at the Lounge Theatre in Los Angeles on Aug. 18. A play “about not trying […]
