Monthly Archives: September 2010

‘Fool for Love’ (De Mai Tinh), Vietnam’s #1 Hit of the Year, Opens in US September 10

Posted on September 9, 2010 by jozjozjoz

The biggest film in Vietnam this year Fool for Love (Để Mai tính) stars Dustin Nguyen– yes, that’s the same Dustin Nguyen of 21 Jumpstreet fame— and Kathy Uyen. One of the most successful comedies in Vietnam’s history, it is … Continue reading →

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I Heart Anime T-Shirt

Posted on September 9, 2010 by Moye

I heart anime. Literally. GET IT?? Now you can express the same sentiment with this shirt design ($9.95) which comes in a variety of styles, from t-shirts to hoodies.

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Unemployment Lasts Longer For Asian Americans

Posted on September 9, 2010 by Tim

During this recent economic downturn there have been statistics that show that Asian Americans typically have had lower unemployment rates than other racial groups. New data from the State Employment Development Department in California shows that once an Asian American … Continue reading →

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Felt Analogu Camera Case by Hine

Posted on September 8, 2010 by Moye

If you’ve always wanted that vintage photography look with today’s technology, you can either spend the money on a fancy camera or go this route. Keep your compact digital camera safe with this Analogu camera case from Hine ($54) hand … Continue reading →

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Homefront: The Face of Xenophobia & Video Games

Posted on September 8, 2010 by Edward

Several days ago, I got an audition for an internet ad campaign called “The Journey” where they needed Korean men. At first, I was extremely excited and also because the gig paid $300 a day. But then when I looked … Continue reading →

Posted in Current Events, Discrimination, Observations, Politics, Southern California, Video Games | 41 Comments

The 8Asians Writers Talk About: Dryers And Dishwashers

Posted on September 8, 2010 by Tim

Fellow blogger John, recently sent out an article to our internal mailing list on how clothes dryers are having a tough time in the Chinese marketplace. At first no one responded, maybe because most of us thought, “so what, that’s … Continue reading →

Posted in Family, Lifestyles, Observations, TalkAbout | 2 Comments

ID Film Fest at The Japanese American National Museum

Posted on September 8, 2010 by Koji Steven Sakai

Three years ago, director Quentin Lee and I started a film festival here in Los Angeles at the Japanese American National Museum. We wanted to showcase films by Asian Pacific Islander (API) filmmakers for API filmmakers. This year we have … Continue reading →

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Bear & Bunny Smile-It Fun Tab Stickers from JetPens

Posted on September 8, 2010 by Moye

If you’re a big fan of Japanese stationary and pen products, then your source for stocking up your desk is at JetPens. Not only do they carry a variety of popular paper and pen products from Asia, but they also … Continue reading →

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Skater, Scholar & Diplomat Michelle Kwan in 2010 All That Skate LA

Posted on September 8, 2010 by John

Any one who has followed me on 8Asians knows I am a fan of Michelle Kwan. This past May, I blogged about her commencement speech that she gave in Vermont. Michelle is about to start her second year at the … Continue reading →

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Decole Japan Animal Mug & Spoon Set

Posted on September 7, 2010 by Moye

You can’t drink out of a mug properly without a spoon! How else would you stir honey into your hot tea, or mix up the hot chocolate? That’s why we fully approve of these animal mug and spoon pairs from … Continue reading →

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Margaret Cho’s Cho Dependent Album Review

Posted on September 7, 2010 by Guest Writer

By Ken Margaret Cho has become the Banshee of Bawdiness, the Brad Paisley of blue jokes and a Big Bitch of Bathroom Humor. Since the beginning of her career, Cho has managed to reincarnate herself as many times as Madonna … Continue reading →

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Crack & Grow Eggling

Posted on September 7, 2010 by Moye

Crack a egg but instead of frying an omelet or whisking up a cake, why not grow an herb with the Eggling Crack & Grow pot ($11.07) from Japan. The seedling eggs come in a variety of herbs, like basil, … Continue reading →

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