Category Archives: Health and Beauty

Model and Former Pageant Queen Maria Kang’s Controversial Fitness Photo and Message

Posted on October 16, 2013 by akrypti

The Hubby disagrees with me on this point, but of course he does. After all, he is a straight man with a pulse. Men everywhere are rushing to defend a [super hot and sexy] damsel in distress. Women, on the … Continue reading →

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Real Beauty: Feeling Beautiful and the Asian American Identity

Posted on August 28, 2013 by Guest Writer

By Joy Yun After seeing Dove’s most recent “Real Beauty” Campaign video, I was inspired to write this. I generally found the piece uplifting and agree with its message. There is truth in what they are saying: when it comes to self image, as women … Continue reading →

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An Unconventional Activist: Princess Joules

Posted on July 3, 2013 by akrypti

Julie Van Vu, better known by her YouTube vlogger handle Princess Joules, inspires me. I first stumbled upon her channel when I was searching online for eye makeup tutorials. Hers are amazing. I tried my best to replicate the above-pictured … Continue reading →

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In Language Health Care Webinars Now Available

Posted on June 28, 2013 by Tim

Back in May, 2013 I wrote about the availability of information on the New Healthcare Law that was available in 10 different Asian languages The presentation titled “The Health Care Law and You” was translated into 10 different Asian languages … Continue reading →

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New Health Care Law Information Translated Into 10 Asian Languages

Posted on May 14, 2013 by Tim

While most of us are aware there’s a new healthcare law coming, there’s probably few among the non-native speakers of English that really understand how it affects them. That’s why it’s so important the presentation titled “The Health Care Law … Continue reading →

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Miss Korea 2013: One Dream, One Face

Posted on April 26, 2013 by Xxxtine

Photo: via Reddit When I first saw the candidates of Miss Korea 2013, I had no idea they were beauty pageant contestants and just remarked how even I, as an Asian female had trouble telling them apart. The beauty pageant … Continue reading →

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Why Do So Many Asians Have Bowl Hair Cuts?

Posted on April 16, 2013 by Koji Steven Sakai

My wife and I have been discussing whether we should give our 1-year-old son a bowl haircut. Okay, discuss is not really what happened. I asked her if we should give him a bowl haircut, and she said, “No.” I … Continue reading →

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Need a Prostate Check? Call a “Small, Asian, Female Doctor,” Says Australia’s ‘First Bloke’

Posted on February 11, 2013 by William

Now, I do have to admit. I voted for Julia Gilliard at the last election. For those who don’t know, Julia Gilliard is the head of a minority government compromised of the Labour and Green parties. Traditionally, they’ve stood out … Continue reading →

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Study Concludes that Bilinguals Have Faster Brains

Posted on February 6, 2013 by Jeff

This study conducted by neuroscientist Brian Gold finds that people who have been bilingual since childhood have faster brains and suggests that this kind of bilingualism can slow the mental decline in aging.  Both seniors and younger people’s bilingual brains … Continue reading →

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Kylan Arianna Wenzel Is First Transgender Woman Allowed To Compete In Miss California Pageant

Posted on January 12, 2013 by jozjozjoz

Regardless of the outcome of the 2013 Miss California USA pageant, when Kylan Arianna Wenzel takes the stage representing Century City, she will make history as the first transgender woman to compete in the U.S. pageant since a rule change … Continue reading →

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Bee House teapot

Posted on April 20, 2012 by Guest Writer

These Bee House teapots are known for their simple aesthetic and durability. With a stainless steel hinged lid and removable mesh infuser, they take the hassle out of brewing tea. The teapots come in a wide variety of colors that … Continue reading →

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Asians Bleach Hair As Scientists Reveal Benefits To Blonde Hair

Posted on April 1, 2012 by Tim

Last week’s publication of a new report in the American Journal of Medicine outlining some of the health benefits to having blonde hair, created a rush in some pockets of Asian communities to get their hair dyed blonde. The report … Continue reading →

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