Editorial: Goodwin’s withdrawal is a loss for Americans
Taiwanese American Goodwin Liu, 40, withdrew from consideration for a judicial seat on the U.S. Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals in San Francisco on May 25.The post Editorial: Goodwin’s withdrawal is a...
View ArticleAsia and China savor Li Na’s French Open win
BEIJING (AP) — Li Na’s landmark French Open victory sparked celebrations and recognition throughout Asia on Sunday, while China’s state media told its athletes to learn from herThe post Asia and China...
View ArticleMcDermott a good pick for India ambassador?
The post for U.S. Ambassador to India has just opened up after the sudden resignation of former Ambassador Timothy Roemer, who was appointed by President Obama in 2009. The post McDermott a good pick...
View ArticleAsia’s sport gains new fans in the U.S.
Spring is the start of another season of bats, balls, and scoring runs. For some, it’s not baseball that’s on their minds. It’s the game of cricket. Cricket is an international sport with a rabid fan...
View ArticleA tiger enters the kitchen — Cheryl Lu-Lien Tan shows why she isn’t the...
Journalist Cheryl Lu-Lien Tan stood in front of the wok clutching her Blackberry, admittedly scared that if she diverted from the recipe, she’d make a mistake.The post A tiger enters the kitchen —...
View ArticleBlog: China’s Oprah talks about philanthropy
Last week, broadcast journalist Yang Lan, who was dubbed by CNN as China’s Oprah, visited the University of Washington to talk about The post Blog: China’s Oprah talks about philanthropy appeared first...
View ArticleTragic end for Korean anchor — A monthly column about all things Asian in...
Jeong, who currently plays the egotistical Ben Chang on the ABC sitcom “Community,” recently hosted the 2011 Billboard Music Awards (BMAs) in Las VegasThe post Tragic end for Korean anchor — A monthly...
View ArticleHost families needed for Japanese students
Japanese high school girls (ages 15–16) will be in the Seattle area for three weeks this summer, from July 21 through Aug. 10. Host families are needed to share American culture with them.The post Host...
View ArticleLatino homes in Tacoma area needed for foster care
Latino and bilingual foster parents are urgently needed for temporary and long-term care. International Foster Care of Catholic Community Services (IFCCCS) The post Latino homes in Tacoma area needed...
View ArticleWash. state Food Worker Card now available online
The Washington state required certification for food workers can now be obtained online. Individuals can take the course and test at their convenience. The post Wash. state Food Worker Card now...
View ArticleHow do Asian-born immigrants compare to other U.S. residents?
In the Spotlight, MPI’s Jeanne Batalova examines the size, distribution, demographic, and socioeconomic characteristics of immigrants from Eastern AsiaThe post How do Asian-born immigrants compare to...
View ArticleBlog: Bill Gates, the man behind the brand
Bill Gates created a spectacular foundation headquarters with a price tag of $500 million (just for the first phase, too!). The post Blog: Bill Gates, the man behind the brand appeared first on .
View ArticleMalaysia ‘obedient wives’ club says good sex is a duty
RAWANG, Malaysia (AP) — As a new bride, 22-year-old Ummu Atirah believes she knows the secret to a blissful marriage: obey her husband and ensure he is sexually satisfied. The post Malaysia ‘obedient...
View ArticleUN SG Ban Ki-moon announces he is seeking a second term
UNITED NATIONS (AP) — Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon announced Monday that he will seek a second term as head of the United NationsThe post UN SG Ban Ki-moon announces he is seeking a second term...
View ArticleEdmonds man famed for being instant ramen connoisseur
The unemployed Edmonds transplant has carved out an online niche as a prolific sampler of packaged Asian noodles, the kind you cook by adding boiling water and little else. The post Edmonds man famed...
View ArticleMay 21: ICHS holds 2011 Bloom Gala, raises $200,000
International Community Health Services (ICHS) held its annual Bloom Gala, which brought together more than 400 ICHS supporters to raise more than $200,000 for patient care.The post May 21: ICHS holds...
View ArticleMay 20: OneAmerica turns 10, celebrates with flash mob
OneAmerica celebrated its 10-year anniversary with a dinner and celebration at the Westin Hotel in Seattle. The event featured speakers and dancesThe post May 20: OneAmerica turns 10, celebrates with...
View ArticleMay 19: LIHI board elects Pearl Leung and Joe Ingram
The Low Income Housing Institute (LIHI)’s board of directors welcomed Pearl Leung and Joe Ingram as new members. Leung is the community relations manager at Vulcan Inc. IngramThe post May 19: LIHI...
View ArticleJune 2: Julie Pham, Hasegawa Dentistry, high school students, and others...
Scholarship winners from Cleveland, Franklin, Garfield, Rainier Beach, and Southlake High Schools and others were honored at the Rainier Chamber President’s Lunch at New Holly Gathering Hall.The post...
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