Monthly Archives: September 2011

Indonesian Film “The Raid” Set for Hollywood Remake

Posted on September 23, 2011 by Guest Writer

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uWlmhMSnVdM By Halls Well that was quick: Fresh from tearing it up during the international film festival circuits, Indonesian action film The Raid has been picked up for a Hollywood remake. The Hollywood Reporter reports that Screen Gems is in … Continue reading →

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How Asian American Parents Can Save Lives: Donate Cord Blood

Posted on September 23, 2011 by Jeff

Thuy Diem Tran noticed that wherever she scratched, she would instantly get a rash.  “One day I was shopping and tried on lip gloss, pressing my lips together, and the next day my lips were black with bruising.”  She was … Continue reading →

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Dan Choi To Reenlist After Don’t Ask Don’t Tell Repeal

Posted on September 23, 2011 by Jeff

After being discharged from the army after coming out, former officer and West Point grad Dan Choi says that he plans to reenlist after the repeal of Don’t Ask Don’t Tell in the US military. “Going back to the military … Continue reading →

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Mayoral Race Between Ed Lee and Leland Yee May Be First Televised Asian-on-Asian Smear Campaign

Posted on September 23, 2011 by Ernie

You know it’s 2011 in San Francisco when there’s anywhere from nine to 37 mayoral candidates running for office, at least five major candidates are Asian and pretty much all of them lean Democrat, or at least, left of political … Continue reading →

Posted in Current Events, Local, Politics, San Francisco Bay Area | 1 Comment

“Very Hungry Sushi” Tee

Posted on September 23, 2011 by sachi

As kids, reading picture books was a nightly ritual. Of particular favorite was Eric Carle’s “The Very Hungry Caterpillar”. Now, we can relive those memories in a new way with the Very Hungry Sushi Tee ($24.66) from Red Bubble. The … Continue reading →

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Random Hero Album Review

Posted on September 23, 2011 by tinabot

I’ve got a thing for female vocals, especially strong ones, so thank goodness for the album Random Hero by the Los Angeles based rock band Random Ninjas. They’re an amazing gathering of top-notch musicians and a rare female vocalist, Soozana, … Continue reading →

Posted in Entertainment, Music | 4 Comments

Hello Kitty Umbrella

Posted on September 22, 2011 by sachi

Here at GASP!, we strongly believe in acknowledging your inner child every once in a while. So why not do so on every rainy day with this Hello Kitty Umbrella ($18)? This pastel umbrella will keep your head dry as … Continue reading →

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Wanderlei Silva Replaces Vitor Belfort Against Cung Le in UFC 139

Posted on September 22, 2011 by Jeff

Vitor Belfort has been replaced by Pride and UFC icon Wanderlei Silva in the UFC 139 fight against Cung Le.  An injury has caused Belfort to withdraw, and you can see Dana White mention the change in this interview.  Silva … Continue reading →

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DUDE WTF ASIA: Thai Beautician Slaps The Pretty Into Her Clients

Posted on September 22, 2011 by Moye

http://youtu.be/5aSBsWwJ50E Per Gizmodo, women in Thailand can skip the plastic surgery and instead, get the breast size and liposuction that they’ve always dreamed of by getting the crap beaten out of them. Some say that beauty is pain but I … Continue reading →

Posted in Beauty, DUDE WTF ASIA, Lifestyles, WTF | 5 Comments

LAST CHANCE: Opening Weekend Tickets for ‘City of Life and Death’ in SF

Posted on September 22, 2011 by jozjozjoz

Hey everyone – you have just 1 hour left to enter our Giveaway to win Opening Weekend Tickets for ‘City of Life and Death’ in San Francisco, provided by 8Asians and Landmark Theatres! Read this post for more information, and … Continue reading →

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APA Spotlight: Daphne Kwok, Executive Director of Asian & Pacific Islanders with Disabilities of California

Posted on September 22, 2011 by Koji Steven Sakai

APA Spotlight is a weekly interview of Asian Pacific Islander Americans (APIA) community leaders. It is a spotlight on individuals who have dedicated their careers to issues surrounding the APIA community with the goal of bringing much deserved recognition to … Continue reading →

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The Learning: A Documentary on Four Filipina Teachers in Baltimore

Posted on September 22, 2011 by Mike

This is amazing: One hundred years ago, American teachers established the English-speaking public school system of the Philippines. Now, in a striking turnabout, American schools are recruiting Filipino teachers. Even more amazing: these Filipino teachers are leaving their families to … Continue reading →

Posted in Education, Entertainment, Movies | 6 Comments