Boston, once defined by seafood and steakhouses, is experiencing a wave of bold Asian cuisine. Chefs like Laurence Louie of Rubato, Peter Nguyen of Lê Madeline, and Vincenzo Le of The Eaves are blending tradition with innovation, offering dishes that honor their roots while pushing boundaries. The result is a post-pandemic dining boom that’s redefining Boston’s […]

Journalist Ke “April” Xu has been awarded the AAJA-Medill Innovator Award for her pioneering work serving New York City’s Chinese immigrant community. Her work emphasizes two-way communication, letting the community guide reporting and ensuring their needs are prioritized. Xu previously reported for Sing Tao Daily and has covered topics from politics and labor to migration […]

Filipino boxing legend Manny Pacquiao, 46, has confirmed he will return to the ring in December 2025 after his July draw with WBC welterweight champion Mario Barrios. Now ranked No. 1 in the WBC welterweight division, Pacquiao is positioned for another title shot, with potential opponents including Barrios or WBA champion Rolando “Rolly” Romero. Pacquiao’s […]

Connecticut public schools are now required to teach Asian American and Pacific Islander (AAPI) studies. At Simsbury High, teacher Michelle Henry has piloted a UConn-supported course offering college credit, covering topics like Japanese incarceration and the Chinese Educational Mission. Students also research their own family histories, fostering identity and empathy. Families say the class helps […]

In Sacramento County, high school senior Samantha Yee is leading an origami-based campaign to raise awareness about lung cancer among non-smoking Asian American women—a group disproportionately affected by the disease. As part of UC Davis’s FANS study, Yee and other interns host events where participants make origami fans with information about screening and prevention. The […]

Daniel Dae Kim, a Tony-nominated actor and AAPI activist, has joined sneaker brand 1587, they celebrate Asian American and Pacific Islander (AAPI) culture and history, with its name referencing the year the first Filipinos arrived in America. Kim, a longtime fan of the brand and self-described sneakerhead, played a key role in developing the “A-Fit” […]

Sarah Segrest’s path to becoming a Team USA-qualifying triathlete began spontaneously when she signed up for a half-Ironman without training. Her first triathlon sparked a passion that led her to become the first Vietnam-born person to win a USA Triathlon Texas State Championship. Segrest, now 24, founded The Collective Tri, a triathlon community open to […]

Former NBA star Jeremy Lin has launched the JLIN NextGen Basketball Camp in his hometown of Palo Alto to mentor young Asian American college athletes. The two-day high-intensity training program reflects Lin’s shift from player to coach, aiming to inspire the next generation by sharing his experiences and wisdom. Lin remains a symbol of representation […]

The Valentine Museum in Richmond is hosting “Generations: Stories of Asian Americans in Richmond,” an exhibit created with the 1882 Project and the Asian American Society of Central Virginia. The exhibit features portraits of local Asian Americans alongside personal objects that connect them to their heritage. Stories that highlight themes of culture, memory, and identity. […]

Many Asian American families see supporting their parents in retirement as a cultural expectation, often making children their parents’ primary source of financial security. Experts emphasize the importance of open conversations about retirement, estate planning, and long-term care to help ease potential burdens. While it can be challenging at times, many children see caring for […]

Actor Conrad Ricamora has launched a scholarship called The Right to Be There for Asian American male actors pursuing BFA or MFA degrees in acting. The initiative aims to combat feelings of exclusion in the industry, emphasizing that no young actor should feel their presence is conditional. Ricamora seeded the fund with $8,000 of his […]

Ichiro Suzuki’s induction into the Baseball Hall of Fame marks a historic milestone, not only for his legendary MLB career but also for players of Asian descent who see his achievement as a symbol of recognition and inspiration. As the first Asian player inducted, Suzuki paved the way for a new generation. Known for his elite […]