Kalpana Chawla, the first woman of Indian origin to venture into space, would have celebrated her 62nd birthday on March 17 had her life not been tragically cut...
The Asian Justice Movement organized events nationwide to commemorate the deadly shooting spree at three metro Atlanta massage spas nearly three years ago.
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Six Chinese American World War II veterans were awarded Congressional Gold Medals for their service over the weekend.
Who they are: William Shih Yin Ching of th...
A Chinese American family is giving back to the Black community by donating to San Diego State University’s Black Resource Center (BRC) in honor of a family who...
Dominic Choi was sworn in as the interim chief of the Los Angeles Police Department (LAPD), making him the first Asian American to hold the position.
Appointme...
A study of Los Angeles Chinatown reveals that Chinese migrants in the late 1800s established a self-reliant economy by engaging in pig-raising and pork distribu...
While the fortune cookie — a beloved staple in Chinese American dining — is commonly linked to China, the auspicious treat surprisingly traces its roots to a co...
While Asian cuisines have significantly enriched American food culture, some dishes we think of as “traditional” actually have surprising American r...
Daniel Dae Kim, known for his diverse acting roles and advocacy for inclusivity, revealed the impact of a 1961 musical film on his life that he says is “unapolo...
One of the three historical markers commemorating Denver’s Chinatown has reportedly been missing since early December 2023.
About the marker: Nonprofit Co...
Community leaders, members and activists are mourning the passing of Alan Nishio, a pillar in the Los Angeles Japanese American community and mentor to many, at...
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