California Gov. Gavin Newsom signed two bills aimed at supporting AANHPI students and strengthening local journalism. AB 2374, authored by Assemblymember Mike Fong, formally recognizes colleges and universities that serve Asian American, Native Hawaiian and Pacific Islander students and is intended to help those institutions access greater recognition, resources and support. Newsom said the law […]

DreamWorks’ new animated film Forgotten Island celebrates Filipino culture and Philippine mythology through the story of childhood friends Jo and Raissa, who are transported to the mythical island of Nakali. Featuring H.E.R., Lea Salonga, and Manny Jacinto, the film incorporates creatures and traditions from Filipino folklore while exploring friendship, memory and identity. The film arrives […]

The article profiles Aaron Linjun Yu and the growth of Los Angeles-based Narval Films, which he co-founded with Jera Wang in 2018 after moving to the U.S. without an established Hollywood network. The company has evolved into a creative platform supporting Asian, AAPI, LGBTQ and other underrepresented storytellers while prioritizing distinctive, culturally specific perspectives rather […]

Filipino American runner Victoria Bossong made history with a medal-winning performance at the Asian Games, marking an important milestone for Filipino athletics and AAPI representation in international sports. Her achievement highlights the growing presence of Filipino American athletes on the world stage and serves as an inspiration for young AAPI athletes. Bossong’s success also shines […]

Maitreyi Ramakrishnan says South Asian representation in Western entertainment has made meaningful progress with characters increasingly defined by their personalities first while culture adds depth to their stories. Speaking about her new Netflix film Best of the Best Ramakrishnan also credited earlier South Asian projects and performers with creating opportunities for the next generation. The […]

Five years after Illinois passed the TEAACH Act requiring public schools to teach Asian American and Pacific Islander history progress continues across the state as educators expand curriculum resources and classroom instruction. While implementation varies by district schools and community organizations have increased teacher training and access to educational materials to help strengthen AAPI history education. Advocates […]

Comedian and writer Jenny Yang is bringing her nationwide stand-up tour to immigrant grocery stores, using comedy to connect with communities facing ongoing challenges. Through performances in culturally significant local spaces, Yang aims to raise awareness of immigrant experiences while showing how art can extend beyond the stage. The tour highlights the role comedy can […]

Japanese filmmaker Hiro Murai made Emmy history by becoming the first Asian director to win Outstanding Directing for a Comedy Series, earning the award for the Widow’s Bay premiere. Murai, who has received 11 career Emmy nominations, is also only the third Asian director to win an Emmy for directing, following Lee Sung Jin for Beef […]

USC senior Abigail Choi’s multimedia exhibition uses painting and other works to explore her Korean American identity, family history and experiences with discrimination. The exhibit addresses anti-Asian hate during and after the COVID-19 pandemic, as well as everyday microaggressions and questions of cultural belonging. Choi said the work reflects her experience of being treated as a foreigner despite […]

The Sikh Temple of Spokane donated $30,000 to the Innovia Foundation’s Spokane Complex Wildfire Response Fund to support communities affected by summer wildfires in Washington. Temple members said the contribution reflects the Sikh tradition of giving back and helping communities in need, both locally and around the world. Community leaders praised the donation as an […]

Three Seattle-area Asian American theatre-makers, Aimee Hong, Michael Wu and David Hsieh, are continuing to build careers and create opportunities despite major financial and audience challenges facing the theatre industry. Their work spans music direction, acting, education, mentorship and producing, with a strong focus on expanding Asian American representation on stage. The three are also […]

The 2026 US Open hosted its fourth annual AAPI Amplified Equity Talk, bringing together leaders from entertainment, fashion and media to discuss identity and the challenges of overcoming stereotypes. The panel featured actor Sendhil Ramamurthy, designer Kim Shui and restaurateur Simon Kim, who shared how embracing their Asian American identities shaped their careers. The event also highlighted the growing presence of […]