Tag Archives: New York

‘Chinese American: Exclusion/Inclusion’ Exhibition Opens in NY

Posted on October 15, 2014 by tinabot

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=awuVO7unZA4 If you want a really quick run-down of Chinese American history, you can read this article on the exhibit in New York City, brought to you by the New York Historical Society, featured in the New York Times. Entitled … Continue reading →

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Jeremy Lin’s Houston Rockets Move Angers Fans

Posted on July 19, 2012 by Edward

If you haven’t heard already from numerous sources, Jeremy Lin has officially taken the $25 million offer from Houston Rockets after his home team, the New York Knicks, refused to match the offer. If I was in his shoes, I … Continue reading →

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Fight Breaks Out Between Muslims & NY Police Over Hijabs

Posted on September 1, 2011 by Edward

August 31st marked the end of the Islamic holy month of Ramadan. For those who know the ordeal and discipline one must go through with Ramadan, it is clear to say that Eid al-Fitr is a joyous occasion worth celebrating. … Continue reading →

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From Predators to Year Zero: Interview with Louis Ozawa Changchien

Posted on May 26, 2010 by Moye

2010 is gearing up to be a big year for Louis Ozawa Changchien. The half Japanese half Taiwanese actor has a major role in Robert Rodriguez’s Predators coming out this summer and Michael Golamco’s Year Zero at New York’s Second … Continue reading →

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Runoff Election Tonight in NYC: John C. Liu Vs. David Yassky for City Comptroller

Posted on September 29, 2009 by Linda

Tonight, after I get off work, I will be casting my vote for New York City comptroller in the runoff election between city councilmen John C. Liu and David Yassky. As previously blogged about here on 8Asians, Liu received the … Continue reading →

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The Evolution of Banh Mi

Posted on April 14, 2009 by Jeff

One of my fondest memories of coaching The Daughter’s volleyball team was at a long tournament where we had a potluck lunch of tasty Filipino and Vietnamese food (the team was mostly Asian).  Not just standard fare like lumpia but … Continue reading →

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