The documentary DALE profiles violist Dale Hikawa Silverman, the first Asian American woman appointed to the Los Angeles Philharmonic, tracing her rise to Acting Principal Viola and more than four decades devoted to classical music. Directed by Justin Streichman, the film also explores Silverman’s experiences with racism and sexism in the orchestra and has screened […]

The inaugural Dallas Asian American Film Festival debuted Aug. 29 at the Dallas Museum of Art with a sold-out program highlighting Asian American filmmakers and stories rooted in Texas. Organized by the Dallas Asian American Art Collective, the festival featured 10 short films and one feature, with about 70% of the lineup created by Texas […]

Olivia Rodrigo’s inaugural Daisy Chain Fields Festival brought thousands of fans to Irvine, California, for a women-led music lineup featuring Rodrigo, Stevie Nicks and other prominent female artists. The festival initially raised $10 million, which Melinda French Gates and Pivotal matched, bringing the total to $20 million for organizations supporting women and girls. Rodrigo said the festival was […]

American players Jessica Pegula and Frances Tiafoe said tennis is becoming increasingly diverse, pointing to stronger representation among Black and Asian players. Pegula highlighted the rise of Alexandra Eala of the Philippines and China’s Zheng Qinwen as examples of tennis’ growing reach in Asia, while Hong Kong’s Coleman Wong also advanced through US Open qualifying. […]

UCLA students Samantha Leong and Corina Penaia received the 2025–26 Don T. Nakanishi Award for Outstanding Engaged Scholarship in Asian American and Pacific Islander Studies. Penaia was recognized for research advancing health and data equity in Native Hawaiian and Pacific Islander communities, while Leong was honored for civic engagement and advocacy aimed at increasing Asian American representation […]

Atlanta Chinese Dance Company’s new production, Chinese American Journeys, explores the history and experiences of Chinese Americans in the U.S., particularly in the South. Choreographed by co-artistic director Kerry Lee, the company’s first fully original show blends traditional Chinese dance and martial arts with Western forms such as ballet. The production addresses women’s suffrage, Chinese […]

The Head in the Clouds festival returned to the Rose Bowl in Pasadena, celebrating Asian music, culture and community with performances from artists including Katseye, XG, Rich Brian, Dabin.kr and Japanese group Be:First. The festival also partnered with Music Will and Toyota to give Los Angeles high school students a chance to perform, expanding access to music education. Be:First made its U.S. […]

Michelle Yeoh will receive the Asian Filmmaker of the Year Award at the Busan International Film Festival on October 6. The festival is honoring the Oscar-winning actress for her contributions to Asian cinema throughout her four-decade career. Yeoh will also present a curated selection of her work, including Sandiwara, a recent short film directed by Sean Baker. 

Southeast Asian American students are graduating high school and enrolling in college at higher rates, but disparities remain across gender and ethnic groups. A new SEARAC report credits progress to community-based programs, culturally relevant education and better data collection. The organization warns that federal cuts to education, bilingual learning, college access and AANAPISI programs could threaten these gains and is calling […]

President Donald Trump signed two executive orders on August 6 seeking to further restrict birthright citizenship after the Supreme Court upheld constitutional protections earlier this year. One order broadens the categories of children who could be considered non-citizens based on their parents’ status, while the second targets “birth tourism.” Asian American and immigrant-rights advocates criticized […]

Asian American and Pacific Islander representation in Hollywood has grown, but performers still face limited leading roles, stereotypes and unequal opportunities. Despite greater visibility from films like Crazy Rich Asians, Everything Everywhere All at Once and Turning Red, AAPI artists and organizations continue pushing for more authentic stories and broader opportunities. Many performers say expanding access to […]

Alexandra Eala made history by becoming the first Filipino to win a Women’s Tennis Association (WTA) singles title, defeating Jessica Pegula 4-6, 6-4, 6-0 at the rain-delayed DC Open. The victory also extended Eala’s winning streak against top-10 opponents to five matches. She credited strong support from Filipino fans in Washington, D.C. and around the world as she celebrated the milestone. […]