Monthly Archives: November 2011

Preventing Violence Against Young Asian American Bullying Victims In Schools

Posted on November 17, 2011 by tinabot

On December 3, 2009 at South Philadelphia High School, 26 Asian immigrant students were assaulted by classmates, the majority of them African American. Thirteen of those attacked ended up in the emergency room. The Hyphen Magazine article “Are You Picking … Continue reading →

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Japanese Bunka Knife

Posted on November 16, 2011 by sachi

The first step to a good meal is a good knife.   This Japanese Bunka Knife ($65) is a mix between a Japanese cleaver and a chef’s knife. It’s made of high carbon steel, meaning that its blade is lighter, … Continue reading →

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The Hunger Games Trailer Is Out And There Are Asians In It!

Posted on November 16, 2011 by Dino-Ray

So as many of you know, I have this unhealthy obsession for The Hunger Games. I actually think it’s a true story and I think the characters of Katniss, Peeta, and Gale are real people — just like Bella, Edward … Continue reading →

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Scott Tang’s Outsider Music Review

Posted on November 16, 2011 by Guest Writer

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1szyXO8X6RI By Russell A lot of pop music nowadays seem like it comes off an assembly line. Sure, it may be fun to dance to but once you dig into it there’s no substance. Leave it up to Scott Tang … Continue reading →

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Hello Kitty Mimobot Flash Drive

Posted on November 16, 2011 by Guest Writer

How can we say no to the Mimobot x Hello Kitty 2GB flash drive ($23)? With this new “toy,” we have a place to store all our data, and we have something cute to stare at while we save heaps … Continue reading →

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Mysterious White Structures Found In China’s Gobi Desert

Posted on November 16, 2011 by Moye

China’s been up to something and everyone wants to know what it’s about: “New photos have appeared in Google Maps showing unidentified titanic structures in the middle of the Chinese desert…It’s located in Dunhuang, Jiuquan, Gansu, north of the Shule … Continue reading →

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Asian American Commercial Watch: Harajuku Mini for Target

Posted on November 16, 2011 by John

http://youtu.be/bFv793Q9yhM American singer-songwriter and fashion designer Gwen Stefani is apparently launching a clothing line for kids called Harajuku Mini for Target, launching November 13th. I don’t know about you, but the kid below looks a bit too young to be … Continue reading →

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San Francisco’s Rose Pak Rise From Activist To Power Broker

Posted on November 15, 2011 by John

Inevitably, when discussing San Francisco politics, one will read about a behind-the-scenes “power broker” named Rose Pak. I haven’t really blogged about her because, to be honest, I did not know much about her. Pak was one of the driving … Continue reading →

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Half of China’s Millionaires Want To Leave

Posted on November 15, 2011 by Mike

…and most want to come to the US. Look, up in the air. There go our real estate valuations. (I kid, I kid.) (Sort of.) I’m sure the Chinese government is trying to keep their millionaires there, but it’s interesting … Continue reading →

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Koa Wood Box with Half Tray

Posted on November 15, 2011 by sachi

A lot of times, it seems like “art” necessarily means “something pretty to look at, but absolutely useless”. This Koa Wood with Half Tray ($650), however, is both beautiful and functional. Handcrafted by Hawaii artisan Roy Tsumoto, it will make … Continue reading →

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Where Do APA Actors Draw The Line On Derogatory Roles?

Posted on November 15, 2011 by Guest Writer

By Anonymous If you haven’t been following the You Offend Me You Offend My Family crew, then there’s a small storm of controversy brewing over an article written by Sung Kang over CBS’ travesty of a show, Two Broke Girls. … Continue reading →

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