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· Michelle De Pacina
Rev. Amos Brown condemned over alleged threats against rapper Chino Yang
The Asian Justice Movement (AJM) condemned reported threats by Rev. Amos Brown against Chino Yang, a rapper and small business owner who released a music video criticizing Mayor London Breed for San Francisco’s crime. AJM’s claims: In an Instagram post shared on Dec. 30, the…
· Michelle De Pacina
San Francisco rapper apologizes for diss track against mayor after alleged threat
Rapper and restaurateur Chino Yang released an apology on social media just a week after his controversial diss track criticized Mayor London Breed for the rise in anti-Asian crimes in the Bay Area. About the diss track: Two weeks ago, the 35-year-old rapper, who was born in…
· Ryan General
San Francico rapper releases diss track against mayor over anti-Asian crime
Chinese American rapper Chino Yang criticizes San Francisco’s city officials through his latest English-language track, “San Francisco Our Home.” Rhyme against crime: The 35-year-old rapper, who was born in China and raised in San Francisco, released a diss track last week…
· Carl Samson
3 seasons of ‘Warrior’ picked up by Netflix after Max cancellation
Max has reportedly canceled “Warrior,” leaving the martial arts drama with three seasons that will soon head to Netflix. A new home: Based on an original concept by Bruce Lee, “Warrior” premiered on Cinemax in 2019 and continued its third season on Max. After the finale in…
· Ryan General
SF Giants secure S. Korean baseball star Jung Hoo Lee with $113 million deal
With a remarkable .340 batting average, 65 home runs, 69 stolen bases, and a disciplined approach at the plate, Lee’s prowess earned him the KBO MVP in 2022 and Rookie of the Year in 2017
· Michelle De Pacina
SF Chinatown hosts toy giveaway for SRO families moving into affordable housing
The Chinatown Community Development Center hosted an early Christmas event in San Francisco featuring a toy giveaway and celebrations for families who recently moved into affordable housing. About the event: Despite pandemic-related challenges, the event featuring food and music…
· Ryan General
Three years later, trial date to be set for Vicha Ratanapakdee’s murder
A San Francisco judge agreed to set a trial date when the hearing reconvenes in early February 2024
· Michelle De Pacina
SF candidates face stricter regulations when using Chinese names on ballots
In San Francisco, the tradition of political candidates adopting Chinese names for ballots is facing stricter regulations. Adhering to state law: Following an inquiry by Supervisor Connie Chan, the Department of Elections will adhere to a 2019 state law, which allows…
· Ryan General
Beloved pho restaurant Turtle Tower permanently closes last SF location
This comes only months after the original Larkin Street location’s closure in September
· Ryan General
The ‘Zen Mona Lisa’: 13th-century Chinese masterpiece makes rare US appearance via SF exhibit
Originating from the Song dynasty, Muqi’s artwork features six persimmons on an undefined background, painted in blue-black ink on paper
· Michelle De Pacina
Asians Are Strong org calls for help in funding self-defense program for Asian seniors
Nonprofit Asians Are Strong is calling on the public’s help in funding a self-defense program for Asian seniors with a first-of-its-kind in-language curriculum. Headquartered in San Francisco, the organization has collaborated with martial arts and self-defense experts to…
· Bryan Ke
Elected API leaders across the US gather for the first time in SF
Hundreds of elected AANHPI (Asian American, Native Hawaiian and Pacific Islander) officials, government and business leaders gathered in San Francisco for the first-ever National API Elected Officials Summit over the weekend. About the event: Happening on the heels of the 2023…
· Bryan Ke
Video of APEC protester attempting to light Chinese flag on fire goes viral
A protest against Chinese President Xi Jinping and the Chinese Communist Party (CCP) near where the Asia Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) forum was taking place in San Francisco took a comedic turn after protesters failed to light a Chinese flag on fire on video. The context:…
· Michelle De Pacina
San Francisco shows off LGBTQ+ pride amid APEC summit with ‘Gaypec’ party
Amid the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) forum in San Francisco, the city’s LGBTQ+ community held a midweek party called “Gaypec” to celebrate queerness, particularly within the Asian American and Pacific Islander (AAPI) communities. About Gaypec: The event, which drew…
· Bryan Ke
Vietnam president meets with Vietnamese community in US during APEC
Vietnamese President Vo Van Thuong met with Vietnamese diplomats and expats on Tuesday as part of his itinerary for the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) Leaders’ Week in San Francisco. What happened: Thuong, who arrived in the U.S. earlier in the day, recognized the…
· Michelle De Pacina
Philippine President Marcos meets with Filipino community in San Francisco
Philippine President Ferdinand “Bongbong” Marcos Jr. visited the Filipino community in San Francisco, expressing gratitude for the selfless service of Filipinos in the U.S. Thanking Filipino healthcare workers: On Tuesday, Marcos delivered a speech at the South San Francisco…
· Michelle De Pacina
Thousands march through San Francisco to protest APEC
Amid the ongoing Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) global trade summit in San Francisco, thousands of protesters and activists gathered in the city to oppose APEC’s free trade agenda. No to APEC: On Sunday, the No to APEC Coalition, a diverse group of over 100 grassroots…
· Ryan General
Chinese people’s hostility toward US sees significant decline: poll
In April 2022, over 80% of Chinese respondents viewed the U.S. as an enemy, but by Oct. 2023, this number had fallen to just 48%.
· Michelle De Pacina
SF supervisors criticized for taking taxpayer-funded trip to Japan to learn about math
San Francisco Board of Supervisors Hillary Ronen and Myrna Melgar are missing board meetings while on a taxpayer-funded trip to Japan to explore math educational methods at Tokyo Gakugei University. Concerns about the trip: The trip has raised questions as the supervisors have…
· Michelle De Pacina
San Francisco Chinatown prepares for neighborhood revitalization ahead of APEC summit
In preparation for the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) global trade summit in San Francisco, local businesses are organizing a series of events to engage their community and welcome APEC attendees. Revitalizing the neighborhood: San Francisco’s Chinatown, which has…