The Rams star wide receiver Puka Nacua of Polynesian descent has quickly emerged as a key player. In his rookie season, he broke several NFL rookie records. In the Rams’ Week 1 win against the Houston Texans, Nacua caught 10 of 11 passes for 130 yards, even playing through a head injury that required a […]

The Trump administration’s Education Department will cut $350 million in federal funding for Minority-Serving Institutions, including programs supporting Asian American, Black, and Hispanic students. Colleges such as CUNY, City College of San Francisco and Bunker Hill Community College stand to lose crucial funds used for tutoring, advising, and student support. Advocates warn the move will […]

KCCI weekend morning anchor Nicole Tam, the station’s first Asian-American anchor, will bid farewell on September 14, 2025, after joining in March 2022. Born in Hong Kong and raised in Hawaii, Tam graduated from the University of Hawaii Mānoa with degrees in journalism and Chinese, later working at KITV in Honolulu before becoming KCCI’s first […]

Greta Lee has become a powerful force in Hollywood, breaking stereotypes and paving the way for authentic Asian-American representation. Beyond acting, she advocates for authentic storytelling, collaborating with influential creators to amplify underrepresented voices and bring fresh perspectives to mainstream media. Her commitment to inclusivity and accuracy not only strengthens her own career but also […]

The Japanese American National Museum’s Democracy Center in Little Tokyo is presenting two solo shows that explore Asian American performers’ relationships with Western art forms. Bee Vang’s Your Movie Guide to Life follows his journey through cinema, Hmong history, antiwar activism, and his role in Gran Torino. Kurt Kanazawa’s L’Opera! tells the story of a […]

Dr. Nazeera Dawood, CEO of Vendorship Inc., received the 2025 Outstanding Asian American/Small Business Leader Award from USPAACC-SE at its Business Summit in Duluth, GA. Under her leadership, Vendorship has helped over 150 clients secure $100M+ in contracts, submitted 2,000+ RFPs with a 100% acceptance rate, and launched programs supporting minority-owned businesses. The firm was […]

Adelyn Qian, a 17-year-old Woodside Priory student, published In Tune, a children’s book about two Asian-American sisters navigating parental expectations and individuality. Inspired by her own experiences with stereotypes, Qian wrote the story to give authentic representation and spark cross-cultural understanding. Within its first week, the book sold 250 copies, raising $1,000 for the Asian […]

Ne Zha II, now releasing in U.S. theaters through A24 and CMC Pictures, is the highest-grossing film of 2025 and the top-grossing animation in China, earning over $2.2 billion. Praised for its visuals and storytelling, the film is voiced in English by Michelle Yeoh, Crystal Lee, and Aleks Le. Yeoh called it a cultural bridge between […]

Boston, once defined by seafood and steakhouses, is experiencing a wave of bold Asian cuisine. Chefs like Laurence Louie of Rubato, Peter Nguyen of Lê Madeline, and Vincenzo Le of The Eaves are blending tradition with innovation, offering dishes that honor their roots while pushing boundaries. The result is a post-pandemic dining boom that’s redefining Boston’s […]

Journalist Ke “April” Xu has been awarded the AAJA-Medill Innovator Award for her pioneering work serving New York City’s Chinese immigrant community. Her work emphasizes two-way communication, letting the community guide reporting and ensuring their needs are prioritized. Xu previously reported for Sing Tao Daily and has covered topics from politics and labor to migration […]

Filipino boxing legend Manny Pacquiao, 46, has confirmed he will return to the ring in December 2025 after his July draw with WBC welterweight champion Mario Barrios. Now ranked No. 1 in the WBC welterweight division, Pacquiao is positioned for another title shot, with potential opponents including Barrios or WBA champion Rolando “Rolly” Romero. Pacquiao’s […]

Connecticut public schools are now required to teach Asian American and Pacific Islander (AAPI) studies. At Simsbury High, teacher Michelle Henry has piloted a UConn-supported course offering college credit, covering topics like Japanese incarceration and the Chinese Educational Mission. Students also research their own family histories, fostering identity and empathy. Families say the class helps […]