Yearly Archives: 2008

Dith Pran, ‘Killing Fields’ Photographer, Dies at 65

Posted on March 30, 2008 by John

Photo: The New York Times: “In 1979, Mr. Dith escaped over the Thai border. He returned to Cambodia in the summer of 1989, at the invitation of Prime Minister Hun Sen. At left, Mr. Dith visited a museum at Tuol … Continue reading →

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Lena Chen, NOT a Student of Virginity

Posted on March 29, 2008 by John

In this Sunday’s New York Times Magazine, there is an article “Students of Virginity,” which discusses that “In the Ivy League, abstinence is a) philosophical, b) research-based, c) an outgrowth of feminism, d) sexy and fun, e) all of the … Continue reading →

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Sun Myung Moon: It’s Not a Conspiracy… Its True

Posted on March 29, 2008 by Jun

This is the larger-than-life story of Reverend Moon, the billionaire Korean preacher behind the Washington Times, the heart of the GOP media machine… who jet-sets around the world with members of the Bush family… who literally claims to be the … Continue reading →

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San Jose: Brazen purse snatchers preying on Vietnamese women

Posted on March 29, 2008 by John

The latest crime spree in San Jose, California appears to be “Brazen purse snatchers preying on Vietnamese women.” In general, I think San Jose has dubbed itself in the past as the safest big city in America (San Jose is … Continue reading →

Posted in Current Events, Discrimination, Observations | 4 Comments

Immigrants just want to blend into the crowd

Posted on March 29, 2008 by Ben

Interesting conversation I had with a friend of mine. I had asked why he spoke American English without an accent since he was taught in the style of British proper as are pretty much all Asians that immigrate to the … Continue reading →

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Porn Fridays: Jenny, Jenny… who can I turn to?

Posted on March 28, 2008 by Brian

(Re-posted from my personal weblog site) I don’t know what to make of this. I literally sat there for the four-plus minutes with my mouth wide open; horrified but fascinated. It’s like watching my sister, or any one of my … Continue reading →

Posted in Lifestyles | 12 Comments

Books for Cooks: New TV show, book build on Yan’s passion

Posted on March 28, 2008 by John

“Books for Cooks: New TV show, book build on Yan’s passion” profiles Asian-American cook Martin Yan, a local San Francisco Bay Area resident. “Now in his 30th year on television, Yan is still cooking – and spreading the message of … Continue reading →

Posted in Food & Drink | 34 Comments

How fast can you use the Asian as the punchline???

Posted on March 27, 2008 by Jun

Apparently 1 min and 14 secs… “I roll with a clan, you look like Jackie Chan” OHHHHHHHHHHH!!!!!!! NOT EDIT: this is Lupe Fiasco and Chris Brown backstage after a show in London for those of you who may not have … Continue reading →

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Open Casting Call in Chicago: Formosa Betrayed

Posted on March 26, 2008 by John

Last year, I had the opportunity to meet the writer/producer of the film Formosa Betrayed, Will Tiao as he was trying to raise money for the film. Formosa Betrayed is based on actual events that happened in the early-80s, about … Continue reading →

Posted in Entertainment, Movies | 3 Comments

Center for Asian American Media Interactive at SFIAAFF 08

Posted on March 26, 2008 by Ernie

A week or two ago I was fortunate enough to go to the 26th Annual San Francisco International Asian American Film Festival (Okay, seriously, when the acronym is longer than most English words, that is when you need you come … Continue reading →

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San Jose City Council approves ‘Little Saigon’ banners

Posted on March 25, 2008 by John

In today’s San Jose Mercury News, the newspaper reports in “San Jose City Council approves ‘Little Saigon’ banners:” “After months of protests, rallies, even a hunger strike, the San Jose City Council on Tuesday voted to allow “Welcome to Little … Continue reading →

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If you live to 100, what do you want at your funeral?

Posted on March 25, 2008 by jozjozjoz

I guess one Taiwanese man who lived to 103 got what he wanted… a stripper at his funeral. Son Honors Dad’s Wish, Hires Stripper for Taiwan Funeral Tuesday, March 25, 2008 A man hired a stripper to perform at the … Continue reading →

Posted in Current Events, Lifestyles, WTF | 39 Comments