Pasadena High School Asian Studies students are exploring historic Asian neighborhoods in Los Angeles as part of their curriculum. They are researching the cultural and historical significance of these areas and leading peer tours to share their findings. The first student led tour took place in Chinatown, as they visit the Chinese American Museum. This […]

The Dallas Asian American Art Collective hosted its first art show at the Cedars Union, showcasing a diverse range of works by established Asian American artists from North Texas. The exhibition aimed to highlight the unique experiences of Asian American and Pacific Islander artists in the U.S. It featured a variety of mediums, including printmaking, animation, […]

Auli’i Cravalho, who voiced Moana at 16, returns for the sequel “Moana 2.” Cravalho, of Native Hawaiian descent, takes pride in showcasing Pacific Island culture and celebrating Moana as a Polynesian hero. In the sequel, Moana takes on the challenge of uniting Island communities while c continuing to honor ancient arts and traditions. Cravalho highlights Moana’s influence in […]

Hoang Nguyen made history as Utah’s first Vietnamese American state legislator, winning 71% of the vote to represent District 23. Born in Vietnam and a refugee, Nguyen’s victory reflects her resilience and her community’s desire for better representation. Despite Utah’s predominantly Republican landscape, her platform resonated with voters as she advocates for greater representation for marginalized communities, […]

Democratic State Senator Dave Min has secured a significant win for his party, capturing California’s 47th Congressional District. The victory keeps the seat, previously held by Rep. Katie Porter, in Democratic hands. The district, long considered a crucial battleground, attracted national attention during this election cycle, with high-profile figures like former President Bill Clinton campaigning […]

Boeing engineer Nyle Miyamoto has been named the 2024 Asian American Engineer of the Year (AAEOY). As Senior Director of Commercial Airplanes Structures Engineering in Everett, Miyamoto has spent 33 years promoting equity, diversity, and inclusion at Boeing. His efforts have supported the development of Asian American engineers and other underrepresented groups. The AAEOY award […]

Sophia Park, a 17-year-old Korean American, became the youngest person to pass the California bar exam, breaking the record set by her brother, Peter Park, just a year earlier. The July 2024 California bar exam saw over 200 Korean Americans pass, contributing to a total of 4,458 successful candidates. Sophia Park, one of those candidates completed […]

Soprano Sangeeta Kaur and Director Bao Nguyen, two Vietnamese artists, have received 2025 Grammy nominations, marking a significant achievement for Vietnamese talent globally. Vietnamese American Soprano Sangeeta Kaur was nominated for Best Classical Compendium for her album Mythologies II. Vietnamese Director Bao Nguyen was nominated for Best Music Film for his documentary The Greatest Night […]

The 2024 election results indicate a significant rightward shift among Asian American voters, suggesting a potential long-term change favoring the Republican Party. Although Vice President Kamala Harris secured 54% of the Asian American vote, 39% supported Former President Donald Trump, highlighting the erosion of the Democratic Party’s influence over the demographic. The Republican Party’s appeal […]

Ban Tien has been appointed Chief of Police for the Metropolitan Transit Authority of Harris County (Metro) in Texas, becoming the first Asian American to lead the department. With over 20 years in law enforcement, including his recent role as Executive Assistant Chief at the Houston Police Department, Tien brings experience in public safety and […]

The Los Angeles Lakers are making history in the 2024-2025 NBA season as the first team to feature Korean letters on their jersey, thanks to their updated partnership with Bibigo, a Korean food distributor. The Bibigo patch on the jersey is placed beneath a black band featuring the No.44. This decision highlights the Lakers’ role […]

Rep. Andy Kim (D-NJ) made history as the first Korean American and the first Asian American on the East Coast to win a U.S. Senate seat, following a notable career as a reform-focused, and three-term Congressman. Election results showed Andy Kim winning with 53.4% of the vote, defeating Republican Curtis Bashaw in New Jersey’s general […]