Monthly Archives: August 2011

Asian American Senior Citizens Hit Hard By Recession

In a roller-coaster week for many American’s finances, there was even worse news for Asian American elders. We already knew that Asian Americans were hit harder by the recession, and a new study from the Greenlining Institute shows that seniors … Continue reading

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The Importance of Discussing Race in Parenting

Daddy in a Strange Land blogger Jason Sperber addresses the value of addressing issues about race and racism in parenting today: “…I know that having a biracial black man in the White House and mixed folks as a Hollywood trend … Continue reading

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Was Jesus Asian?

I recently saw a painting of Jesus. He had blue eyes and blond hair. Did the real Jesus really have blond hair and blue eyes? I started to think about some of the other images of Jesus I’ve seen.

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EVA Air’s ‘Hello Kitty’ Aircraft Flies In October

For some reason, my male cousin is really into Hello Kitty and I saw him post this article on EVA Air’s ‘Hello Kitty’ aircraft set for a comeback “EVA Airways, one of Taiwan’s major international carriers, will launch a new ‘Hello … Continue reading

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Surviving Filipino Cotillion Season

“Where are you going?” I said to The Daughter. “I’m going to the video shoot.” “Okay.  Wait, what?” I had told The Daughter that she wouldn’t be getting a Cotillion for herself (we would rather spend the money for college), … Continue reading

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SPONSORED POST: MYX TV Holding a Casting Call for Asian American Talent

“The show that revolutionized MYX TV is coming back for an epic second season, and we want you to be a part of it. We are conducting an online casting call for guest hosts, field correspondents, and bloggers to be … Continue reading

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The United States Vs. Takaichi Sakai: Postscript, Part 5 of 5

Even though my grandparents and their children were allowed to stay in the United States, it wasn’t until 1958 did they get their citizenship back. The World War II experience probably affected my grandparents in ways that I could never … Continue reading

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Aziatix Releases New Album Nocturnal

Last week, the APA group Aziatix released their second EP, Nocturnal. The album, which is a follow up to their debut self-titled AZIATIX, features 11 songs which are sure to become regulars on any R&B playlist. Take the slow, ballad-like “Slippin” … Continue reading

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A Spiritual Journey To Awaken And Empower Asian Women Around the World

By Holly T. It all began with a Spiritual Marketing Quest. I went with the intention to gain insights into my reflexology practice and instead left with an epiphany that could change the world. Like many second generation Asians, I … Continue reading

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Interim Mayor Ed Lee Officially Running for Mayor of San Francisco

Interim Mayor Ed Lee announced on Monday that he is running for the full four-year term as San Francisco mayor despite promising not to run after filling in the vacancy left by Gavin Newsom, who was elected to Lieutenant Governor last … Continue reading

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Bainbridge Island to Mark Japanese-American Wartime Internment

From the New York Times: “On Saturday, Mr. Kitamoto — along with hundreds of others, including former prisoners, their families, Bainbridge [Washington] residents and tourists — will reflect on that period, when American citizens were exiled from their homes and … Continue reading

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