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Pup Pup Hooray For ‘Puppy Styled’
It’s a gnarly world out there, wouldn’t you agree? Sometimes all any of us need is a book filled with aww-out-loud puppies. And that’s what we get from Grace […]
Meet the Artist Behind Instagram’s Lunar New Year Stickers, Naomi Otsu
If you were on Instagram this past weekend celebrating Lunar New Year, you’ve probably seen the ox stickers featured on your friends’ Instagram stories. Behind the festive design is […]
Masala: Pinay Author Melissa de la Cruz Brings Joy to Audiences With a New Disney Studio
Disney never fails to bring the magic to life, and young adult fiction author Melissa de la Cruz has accepted an offer to create a brand-new Disney studio that […]
Even During A Pandemic, Comedian Vir Das Is Here To Humor Us
Comedian Vir Das’ voice is crystal clear over a Zoom call as he dishes on how he’s faring in quarantine—about the same as everyone else, in case you’re wondering. […]
Masala: Meet Dassy Lee Who “Popped” Onto the Dance Scene
Dancer Inyoung “Dassy” Lee has broken boundaries in the world of dance as the first Korean national to compete on Fox’s “So You Think You Can Dance.” Even as […]
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.”
Heirloom: ‘Raya and the Last Dragon”s Adele Lim Shares Her Grandmother’s Pineapple Tarts
Heirloom is a brand-new series celebrating the dishes that bring communities together. Asian American talent provide recipes of their own or from their families, showcasing the culinary foundations of […]
Character Concerts: Be a Fool for Sam Tsui
There was a time when professional-grade covers and mashups of popular songs dominated the YouTube homepage. Budding musicians showcased their abilities to an easily-accessible audience, giving someone like Sam […]
Pechanga Resort & Casino Wishes Everyone a Prosperous Year of the Ox!
As the Lunar New Year 2021 approaches, Pechanga Resort & Casino welcomes everyone to join in the celebration of the festival with a series of games and promotions this […]
Character Concerts: NISHA Finds Artistry in Their Identity
Self-identity has always been an important part of NISHA’s artistry. As a Nigerian-born Indian American immigrant and genderqueer singer-songwriter, they’ve never fit into a certain box until they began […]
The 14th Annual CM Pro-Am is Back On
Character Media’s prestigious annual golf tournament is officially returning! Set for April 5-April 6 at Journey at Pechanga at Pechanga Resort and Casino in Temecula, California, CM Pro-Am, which […]
Masala: Emmy Award Winning Costume Designer Soyon An on Taking the Road Less Traveled
From styling the A-list glitterati to working on acclaimed TV shows and films, two-time Emmy award winning costume designer, Soyon An sat down virtually to share how she got […]
Whoa … What If There Were Asian American Vending Machines?
American vending machines always have the same items: chips, candy, soda, energy drinks. The usual gas station convenience store fare. Your best bet is an overpriced bag of Fritos […]
How Los Angeles’ Theaters Are Coping With COVID-19 Fallout
The curtain has officially been dropped on Los Angeles’ theater productions. This includes the Geffen Playhouse’s run of “Man of God“ and plays put on by the historic Asian […]
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See more in CommentaryAsian Activism Goes Viral as Anti-Asian Violence Rises
While anti-Asian sentiment is nothing new, it is jarring to see just how astronomical the numbers of hate crimes have skyrocketed since the COVID-19 pandemic. Just in the past […]