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· Carl Samson
US cities celebrate Mid-Autumn Festival
Mid-Autumn Festival celebrations are underway in the U.S., honoring an ancient tradition rooted in East and Southeast Asian cultures. From lantern parades to mooncake tastings, families and communities across the country are coming together to admire the season’s full moon and…
· Michelle De Pacina
Ex-aide to NY governers charged as foreign agent
Linda Sun, a former top aide in the New York state government, has been charged with acting as an illegal agent for the Chinese government, allegedly using her positions to further Beijing’s agenda for financial gain. On Tuesday, Sun was arrested along with her husband, Chris…
· Bryan Ke
Over 24,000 Indian Americans sign up for Modi’s community event
More than 24,000 Indian Americans from at least 42 states registered to attend Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s “The Modi and US Progress Together” address at the Nassau Veterans Memorial Coliseum in Uniondale, New York, on Sep. 22. The expected attendance for the one-day event…
· Michelle De Pacina
NY man charged with spying on Chinese dissidents for Beijing
Yuanjun Tang, a 67-year-old man from Queens, New York, was arrested on Wednesday and charged with acting as an illegal agent for the Chinese government, allegedly spying on pro-Democracy activists and dissidents in the U.S. between 2018 and 2023. He faces a maximum of 20 years…
· Michelle De Pacina
US officials meet with Dalai Lama in NY amid Beijing’s disapproval
On Wednesday, senior U.S. State Department and White House officials, including Uzra Zeya and Kelly Razzouk, met with the Dalai Lama in New York, reaffirming the U.S. commitment to advancing Tibetan human rights. The 89-year-old spiritual leader of Tibetan Buddhism, who fled to…
· Michelle De Pacina
Netflix to launch immersive ‘Squid Game’ experience in NYC
Squid Game: The Experience is an immersive adventure launching in New York City on Oct. 11, ahead of the second season’s Dec. 26 debut. Participants can engage in “Squid Game”-inspired activities, including the iconic Red Light, Green Light game, without the real danger depicted…
· Carl Samson
Indian American Muslim group withdraws float at NYC’s Indian Day Parade
A group of Indian American Muslims reportedly pulled its float from New York City’s India Day Parade on Sunday. The move came in response to the inclusion of a controversial float which they believe symbolizes anti-Muslim bias. What happened: The India Day Parade, now in its…
· Carl Samson
NYC India Day Parade float criticized as anti-Muslim
The India Day Parade in New York City on Sunday has sparked controversy due to its inclusion of a float that features a model of the Ram Mandir, a Hindu temple built on the ruins of a demolished mosque in India. Critics, including several South Asian American organizations and…
· Carl Samson
New York Post apologizes for misreporting Trump shooter as ‘Chinese man’
The New York Post has apologized for a July 13 article that initially falsely described the shooter in the attempted assassination of former President Donald Trump as a “Chinese man.” While the news outlet corrected the story shortly after publishing to indicate that the suspect…
· Carl Samson
Asian American, Asian leaders react to Trump assassination attempt
Asian American and Asian leaders around the world condemned the attempt to assassinate former President Donald Trump at a campaign rally in Butler, Pennsylvania, on Saturday. The incident, which resulted in the death of an attendee and injuries to Trump and others, remains under…
· Bryan Ke
Din Tai Fung begins accepting reservations for NYC opening
Famous Taiwanese restaurant chain Din Tai Fung is set to open its first Northeast U.S. branch in New York City on July 18, with reservations now available through Yelp. The upcoming branch, located at 1633 Broadway between West 50th and 51st Streets, is reportedly the company’s…
· Michelle De Pacina
13-year-old refugee from Myanmar killed by police in New York
Nyah Mway was fatally shot by a police officer in Utica, New York, following a foot chase on Friday night. Police reportedly stopped Mway and another boy based on their resemblance to suspects in a recent armed robbery in the area. In body camera footage of the incident, Mway…
· Bryan Ke
Japanese biker, 80, set to complete coast-to-coast journey across the US
A senior Japanese man has embarked on the journey of a lifetime, biking from San Diego to New York City while making friends and memories along the way. Key points:
· Michelle De Pacina
Miss Hawaii takes over Miss USA crown amid organizational turmoil
The first runner-up at the 2023 Miss USA pageant, Savannah Gankiewicz of Hawaii, has taken over the crown after the previous titleholder, Noelia Voigt, relinquished her title amid accusations of a toxic work environment in the Miss USA Organization. Key points:
· Michelle De Pacina
Mother of former Miss Teen USA speaks out after daughter gives up crown
The mother of former Miss Teen USA UmaSofia Srivastava, who relinquished her crown last week, has spoken out on her behalf, expressing dissatisfaction with the Miss USA Organization. Key points:
· Michelle De Pacina
Bangladeshi teen in Queens shot dead by police during mental health crisis
Win Rozario, a 19-year-old Bangladeshi from Queens, was fatally shot by New York City Police Department (NYPD) officers during a mental health crisis despite pleas from his mother. Key points:
· Bryan Ke
Cardi B responds to backlash for referring to Met Gala designer only as ‘Asian’
Cardi B faced online criticism after forgetting the name of her Met Gala dress designer and referring to them only as “Asian,” prompting her to release a now-deleted video defending herself against the backlash. Key points:
· Bryan Ke
Wing Luke Museum launches ‘Confronting Hate Together’ exhibit
Seattle’s Wing Luke Museum is collaborating with two other organizations for a new exhibit aimed at shining a spotlight on racism, antisemitism and bigotry that foster division and hatred within minority communities. Key points:
· Ryan General
Filipino American cinematographer makes history at AFI Awards
Matthew Libatique is the first Filipino American to receive an American Film Institute (AFI) award. Key points:
· Michelle De Pacina
Social media searches for ‘Sesame Street’ puppeteer’s stolen heirloom
Social media users are rallying behind Kathleen Kim, a performer and puppeteer for Ji-Young, the first Asian American Muppet on “Sesame Street,” after she made a heartfelt plea on TikTok regarding her mother’s stolen necklace. Key points:
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