Author Archives: High School Voices

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Community of high school students writing about Asian and Asian American experiences, perspectives, and topics.

Asian Heritage Athletes in America Feature: Shohei Ohtani

By Gavin Chen Shohei Ohtani, born in Oshu, Iwate, Japan on July 5, 1994, is a Japanese professional baseball player known for his ability to bat and pitch. Standing 6’4 and 210 pounds, Ohtani was a highly anticipated prospect in … Continue reading

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China’s Education Dilemma: Balancing Exams and Creativity

By Junjie Yang  China’s education system has long been driven by a singular goal: success in the Gaokao, the national college entrance examination that defines a student’s academic future. This system, known as exam-oriented education, has shaped the educational direction … Continue reading

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BYD Atto 3: A New Contender in the EV Market

  By Tsejing Lim Electric cars have rapidly emerged as a popular eco-friendly transportation option. In the past decade, they have gained significant traction, with many consumers turning to popular names like Tesla, KIA, or other major automakers that have … Continue reading

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Why Hot Pot Is The Best Meal in China

By Bing Fu Huang There are few meals in this world as amazing as hot pot. A hot pot is a communal meal where diners cook their own ingredients in a boiling broth. Chinese hot pot is especially becoming popular … Continue reading

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The Father of LoFi Hip-Hop: Nujabes Jun Seba

By Spencer Wong At the beginning of middle school, I never really thought about music, and that was mostly because I only ever listened to the radio. I didn’t really enjoy what was on the radio, so I never really … Continue reading

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Thailand’s Heat Deaths Highlight Increasing Importance of Air Conditioning in the Face of Rising Heat-Related Fatalities

By Eric Qin As reported in EFE, April and early May of this year witnessed unprecedented heat across Thailand. Temperatures soared to 44.2°C in Lampang, nearing the all-time high of 44.6°C, while Bangkok experienced temperatures approaching 40°C for several consecutive … Continue reading

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8Questions with AWW Film’s David Aure

By Julie Shen David Aure, a rising Filipino American producer and director based in Anaheim, CA, brings a unique and captivating style to the scene. Known for his work with Erick Yung, Russ Cosón, and the five-member K-pop group Nomad, … Continue reading

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FEATURE: TEDx’s Jen Fontanilla

By Sarena Yu Jen Fontanilla is a certified money coach, TEDx speaker, and author who defies conventional knowledge. Proud of her Filipino heritage, she has carved out a unique space for herself as a mentor and guide. With a remarkable … Continue reading

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Feature: AWW Film’s David Aure

  By Julie Shen David Aure is a Filipino American film producer and director from Anaheim, California. He runs his own company, AWW Films, where he primarily creates music videos for artists, social media ad campaigns, and captivating TV shows. … Continue reading

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Oscar-nominated Buzkashi Boy’s Martin Desmond Roe

By Jolene Liu   Martin Desmond Roe wrote the Oscar-nominated short, Buzkashi Boys, depicting the struggles of two boys, Ahmad and Rafi, as they try to find their way to their dreams in an extremely war-ravaged country. Ahmad and Rafi … Continue reading

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Traveling China: Zhangjiajie National Forest Park

By Bing Fu Huang   My favorite place to enjoy and relax with my family is at Zhangjiajie National Forest Park in China. This national park has three main places worth visiting: the big lake, the big forest, and the … Continue reading

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Plot Twists of Attack on Titan (Spoilers)

By Wesley Wang   Plot twists are a big part of the success of anime. Some do it well, while others try too hard to create a shock factor, making the twist unreasonable and not plausible. Popular Japanese manga and … Continue reading

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