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 […]

In Portland, Oregon, older Asian adults find connection through cultural spaces like the Yat Sing Music Club and Ikoi no Kai. Founded in 1942 by Chinese immigrants, Yat Sing preserves Cantonese opera and offers seniors a place to celebrate their heritage. Similarly, Ikoi no Kai, a Japanese American senior meal program started in 1979, brings people […]

Greta Lee, a Korean American actress and writer known for Past Lives (2023), will make her directorial debut with The Eyes Are the Best Part, a psychological horror based on Monika Kim’s novel. She is also writing and producing the film, which follows Ji-won, a Korean American freshman whose life unravels amid family turmoil and […]

The Oregon Asian Celebration, which began in 1986 as a City of Eugene event for a visiting Taiwanese delegation, marked its 40th anniversary on Saturday, July 19, 2025, at Alton Baker Park. Hosted by the Asian American Council of Oregon, the free festival welcomed more than 15,000 attendees and showcased a wide array of Asian […]

Gymnast Sunisa “Suni” Lee, the first Hmong American Olympian and first Asian American woman to win Olympic all-around gold, was honored as Best Comeback Athlete at the 2025 ESPYs in Los Angeles. After a 2023 diagnosis of two rare kidney diseases that paused her career at Auburn University, Lee overcame significant health challenges to return […]

At the 2025 AANP annual conference, experts highlighted that nurse practitioners are essential in reducing health disparities for Asian American patients by providing culturally competent care. Asian Americans face higher risks for conditions such as cancer, cardiovascular disease, diabetes, hepatitis, and certain blood disorders. By delivering individualized, culturally aware care, nurse practitioners can build trust, […]

The statewide survey “Making Waves,” released by the Asian Community Fund, highlights both the vibrancy and fragility of the AAPI arts ecosystem in Massachusetts. Drawing on the perspectives of 150 artists, leaders, and community members, the report reveals deep concerns about unreliable funding, a lack of dedicated spaces, and systemic underinvestment that threaten visibility and […]

The Belly Laughs Festival in downtown Los Angeles is a two‑day celebration of AAPI culture, blending comedy and food. Featuring 30 AAPI comedians like Kumail Nanjiani, Margaret Cho, and Hasan Minhaj, plus 20 immigrant‑owned food vendors, the event highlights cultural pride and diversity in an industry that has long sidelined Asian talent. Amid immigration crackdowns, […]

Constance Wu made history by becoming the first Asian American woman in 44 years to be nominated for Best Lead Actress at the Golden Globes, recognized for her role as Rachel Chu in Crazy Rich Asians. The film also received a nomination for Best Motion Picture – Musical or Comedy. Director Jon M. Chu called […]