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· Ryan General
‘How’s Imelda?’: Trump asks Philippine president about his mom in first call
Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. had his first phone call with U.S. President-elect Donald Trump on Tuesday. The conversation, which Marcos described as “friendly,” reportedly focused on personal connections and the longstanding alliance between the two nations. How’s…
· Bryan Ke
Owner of Kansas City’s 1st Viet coffee shop believes it was targeted in post-election vandalism
Café Cà Phê, Kansas City, Missouri’s first Vietnamese coffee shop, was vandalized early in the morning after Election Day. “Waking up to real two nightmares today, and we are not well,” the cafe shared on Facebook, alluding to the vandalism and the election result. What…
· Carl Samson
Meet the first Indian American elected to Congress from Virginia
Democrat Suhas Subramanyam made history as the first Indian American elected from Virginia, securing a seat in the U.S. House of Representatives for the 10th Congressional District. Voting results: Subramanyam, who is currently a state senator, garnered 52.1% (207,131) of the…
· Ryan General
No childbirth, no sex: Trump’s win sparks interest in Korean feminist 4B movement
Interest in the 4B movement — a feminist-driven protest in South Korea against traditional male-dominated relationships — has surged among young American women in the wake of Donald Trump’s recent re-election. The trend, which centers on a radical rejection of marriage,…
· Carl Samson
Diverse groups propelled Trump back to the White House: exit polls
Donald Trump secured victory in the 2024 presidential election by successfully mobilizing a diverse coalition of voters and improving his standing among key demographics. In doing so, he became the second president in U.S. history after Grover Cleveland in 1893 to return to…
· Ryan General
Asia reacts to Donald Trump’s second term win
Asia is bracing for the return of Donald Trump to the White House, as leaders across the region express a mix of cautious optimism and concern about his foreign policy. Observers believe Trump’s victory over Kamala Harris may escalate tensions with China, disrupt regional trade…
· Carl Samson
Donald Trump reclaims White House in stunning comeback
Donald Trump emerged victorious in the U.S. presidential election, defeating Vice President Kamala Harris in a closely contested race. This marks the former president’s unprecedented return to the White House, signaling a new chapter in American politics. How the election turned…
· Carl Samson
Ex-White House chef who cooked for 5 presidents reflects on her service, philosophy
Cristeta “Cris” Comerford, the first woman and person of color to serve as the White House executive chef, recently retired after nearly 30 years of cooking for five U.S. presidents. In a new interview with NPR’s Ari Shapiro, 61-year-old Filipino American reflected on her…
· Michelle De Pacina
Republicans, ex-Trump officials endorse Kamala Harris
On Sunday, Vice President Kamala Harris’ campaign announced a new initiative called “Republicans for Harris,” showcasing endorsements from nearly 30 former GOP members, including some from Donald Trump’s administration. This list includes Stephanie Grisham, Olivia Troye, Chuck…
· Carl Samson
Trailblazing White House executive chef retires after nearly 3 decades
Filipino American Cris Comerford, the first woman and first person of color to serve as the White House’s executive chef, retired on July 26 after 29 years of crafting menus for state dinners, luncheons and other social events for five different presidents. Background and…
· Michelle De Pacina
Ex-CIA analyst charged with espionage for South Korea
Sue Mi Terry, a former analyst of Korean affairs for the CIA who is married to Washington Post columnist Max Boot, has been charged with acting as a foreign agent for South Korea beginning in 2013. The indictment alleges that Terry, who was born in Seoul and is a naturalized…
· Ryan General
Biden takes aim at Trump’s legacy at AANHPI Heritage Month event
President Joe Biden took shots at former President Donald Trump during a White House event commemorating Asian American, Native Hawaiian and Pacific Islander Heritage (AANHPI) Month. Key points:
· Carl Samson
White House clarifies Biden’s ‘xenophobic’ remark on Japan, India
The White House has offered explanations after President Joe Biden’s controversial comments in which he labeled allies Japan and India as “xenophobic.” Key points:
· Michelle De Pacina
Indian government denies involvement in plot to kill Sikh activist in US
The Indian government, led by Hindu Prime Minister Narendra Modi, has denied allegedly orchestrating an assassination attempt targeting a Sikh separatist leader in the U.S. last year. Key points:
· Ryan General
White House appoints its first-ever Asian American Curator
Donna Hayashi Smith, a member of the White House’s Office of the Curator for over two decades, has been appointed as the new curator. Key points:
· Ryan General
Japan gifts Washington 250 new sakura trees
Japan has pledged 250 cherry trees to the U.S. to replace those uprooted during the renovation of Washington’s Tidal Basin. Key Points:
· Carl Samson
White House condemns attacks on Indian students, vows accountability
The Biden administration has condemned the recent spate of violent attacks against students of Indian descent in the U.S., calling them “unacceptable” and vowing to hold those responsible behind them into account. Driving the news: One Indian national has been murdered on U.S.…
· Editorial Staff
Satire website accused of racism for Vivek Ramaswamy ‘7-Eleven’ joke
Conservative satire website Babylon Bee has come under fire after it published a parody article about Vivek Ramaswamy being offered a position to run the Donald Trump “White House 7-Eleven.” What it said: The Babylon Bee, which promises “fake news you can trust,” ran the article…
· Ryan General
North Korea declares it will no longer seek reunification with South Korea
North Korean leader Kim Jong Un has declared that he will no longer seek reunification with South Korea, announcing plans to bolster its military arsenal in 2024. Military agenda unveiled: In a recent speech concluding five days of ruling party meetings, Kim outlined North…
· Bryan Ke
White House celebrates belated Filipino American History Month
After delays due to national and international events, the White House last week finally held a celebration for Filipino American History Month (FAHM), bringing community members together in honor of their heritage. About the event: The belated celebration was reportedly held in…