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. […]

Breast cancer rates have increased sharply among Asian American women over the past two decades, rising by more than 3% annually in nearly every ethnic group studied. The steepest increases were found among women under 50, particularly Chinese and Vietnamese women, as well as in advanced-stage and aggressive cancers. Researchers emphasized the need to examine AANHPI populations […]

Monterey Park’s Bruggemeyer Library unveiled “Duty, Honor, Country, Courage,” a monthlong multimedia exhibit honoring Asian American military service. The exhibit features rare artifacts and stories of local veterans, including Chinese American soldiers, Filipina nurses and guerrilla fighters, and pioneering women such as World War II pilot Maggie Gee. There is hope to preserve these often-overlooked contributions and bring them to wider […]

Disney’s live-action “Moana” celebrates Polynesian culture through authentic language, music, dance, traditions and storytelling. Working closely with the film’s Cultural Trust, Polynesian consultants, artists and creatives helped ensure details, from traditional movements and Samoan pronunciation to interactions with elders, were portrayed respectfully.The filmmakers hope the movie inspires young Pacific Islanders to embrace their identities, languages and cultures. 

Gotham FC midfielder Jaedyn Shaw is preparing to make history at the Queens Classic on July 15, the first women’s professional soccer match held at Citi Field. As Gotham FC faces the Washington Spirit in a rematch of the 2025 NWSL Championship, Shaw is also embracing her influence as a role model. Proud of her African American […]

Boston hosted the final stop of the National Asian Pacific American Museum Commission’s nationwide listening tour, bringing together community leaders and residents to help shape a future museum dedicated to Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander history and culture. Participants emphasized authentic storytelling, cultural representation, education, and preserving community histories. Feedback from the tour will […]

Denver chef Penelope Wong, owner of Yuan Wonton, has won the James Beard Award for Best Chef in the Mountain region, becoming the first Asian woman from Colorado to receive the prestigious honor. A Denver native, Wong transformed her food truck into an award-winning restaurant known for its Chinese and Thai inspired cuisine rooted in […]

Filipina tennis star Alexandra Eala made history at Wimbledon by defeating defending champion Iga Świątek to advance to the fourth round, becoming the first player from the Philippines to reach the second week of a Grand Slam. Eala, who grew up practicing on makeshift courts in Quezon City, credited her resilience and experience for the milestone. She said she […]

Governor Gavin Newsom has signed legislation establishing May 17 as Bruce Lee Day in California, making Bruce Lee the first Chinese American to receive an annual statewide commemorative day. The designation honors Lee’s lasting contributions to martial arts, film, and cultural representation while recognizing his role in breaking barriers for Asian Americans and inspiring people worldwide through […]