Tag: Asian
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Mekong Night Festival honors Southeast Asian culture
(News Release) The Hmong American Leadership & Economic Development (HALED) invites the public to the 4th Annual Mekong Night Festival, happening on Saturday, August 16, 2025, from 11:00 AM to 10:30 … Full story: https://www.weau.com/2025/08/14/interview-mekong-night-festival-honors-southeast-asian-culture/
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New Asian-American Restaurant to Launch on Thursday
Krazian Fuzian is touted as offering a “uniquely flavorful blend of Asian and American traditions.” Envisioned as not just a restaurant, Krazian Fuzian is also intended as a vibrant and welcoming … Full story: https://whbl.com/2025/07/30/new-asian-american-restaurant-to-launch-on-thursday/
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Cannabis curbs could leave farmers high and dry
When the country became the first South-East Asian nation to decriminalise cannabis, in 2022, it ignited a “green rush”, swiftly reshaping the economic landscape and challenging long-held cultural … Full story: https://www.thestar.com.my/aseanplus/aseanplus-news/2025/07/16/cannabis-curbs-could-leave-farmers-high-and-dry
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Thailand’s changing cannabis rules leave farmers in a tough spot
BANGKOK: When Thailand became the first South-East Asian nation to decriminalise cannabis, in 2022, it ignited a “green rush”, swiftly reshaping the economic landscape and challenging long-held … Full story: https://www.thestar.com.my/aseanplus/aseanplus-news/2025/07/15/thailands-changing-cannabis-rules-leave-farmers-in-a-tough-spot
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Thailand’s Changing Cannabis Rules Leave Farmers in a Tough Spot
With the Southeast Asian nation moving to recriminalize the drug after just three years, the mountainous communities that grow it are bracing for real pain. Full story: http://www.bing.com/news/apiclick.aspx?ref=FexRss&aid=&tid=6874869fa8a44e8da6f0073909c1a055&url=https%3a%2f%2fwww.bloomberg.com%2fnews%2ffeatures%2f2025-07-14%2fthailand-restricts-cannabis-to-medical-use-in-2025-hitting-farmers&c=11145432316167509848&mkt=en-us
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Protests, immigration concerns in L.A. foil Southeast Asian ‘Coachella’
Sabaidee Fest celebrating popular and traditional artists and organizations from around the world would have been this weekend. Full story: https://www.mercurynews.com/2025/07/11/sabaidee-fest-protests-immigration-la-southeast-asian-coachella/
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Foodie Friday: Fan-favorite LAX Grille bring delicious pho, BBQ, and Asian fusion to downtown
Every week for Foodie Friday, we talk in-studio with the businesspeople and culinary artisans behind outstanding restaurants, bakeries, cafes, bars, food trucks, and more. Full story: https://www.news8000.com/news/local-news/foodie-friday-fan-favorite-lax-grille-bring-delicious-pho-bbq-and-asian-fusion-to-downtown/article_e6a5e7d8-5d48-4c29-83fe-3a347d45a9c6.html
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ICE arrests 11 ‘convicted sexual predators’ in Twin Cities
ICE says all 11 men arrested last month have ties to the East Asian region, targeting what federal officials are calling ‘the worst of the worst”. Full story: https://kstp.com/kstp-news/top-news/ice-arrests-11-convicted-sexual-predators-in-twin-cities/
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Prediabetes twice as common in overweight API adolescents: study
Prediabetes is more than twice as common in overweight or obese Asian and Pacific Islander (API) adolescents compared to their white peers, according to new research from Kaiser Permanente. The study, … Full story: https://ca.news.yahoo.com/prediabetes-twice-common-overweight-api-141748459.html
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Wisconsin’s 20 Most Influential Asian American Leaders for 2025, Part 2
This is the second of a five-part series. Part one is here. Krissie Fung Krissie Fung is associate director and program manager for Zero Youth Corrections at the civic engagement and social justice … Full story: https://madison365.com/wisconsins-20-most-influential-asian-american-leaders-for-2025-part-2/
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Avalanche Team Up with Local Artist to Celebrate AAPI Heritage Month
To celebrate Asian American and Pacific Islander (AAPI) Heritage Month, the Avalanche collaborated with artist Nalye Lor to create a jersey that celebrates AAPI heritage with the theme of the Year of … Full story: https://www.nhl.com/avalanche/news/avalanche-team-up-with-local-artist-to-celebrate-aapi-heritage-month
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West Michigan family to launch line of Asian-inspired sauces in Meijer stores
The Xiongs, who own multiple restaurants across West Michigan, have created a variety of sauces based on their culinary offerings. Full story: https://www.fox17online.com/news/local-news/kent/west-michigan-family-to-launch-line-of-asian-inspired-sauces-in-meijer-stores
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Community leaders spearhead West Bend’s inaugural Global Fest celebrating AAPI cultures
Washington County’s first-ever Global Fest will celebrate AAPI heritage through food, music and art on June 28-29, bringing diverse cultural experiences to West Bend residents. Full story: https://www.tmj4.com/asian-american-heritage/community-leaders-spearhead-west-bends-inaugural-global-fest-celebrating-aapi-cultures
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Hmong textile show pops up at Walser dealerships in Minneapolis suburbs
This month, six Walser dealerships across the suburbs of Minneapolis are home to more than just sparkling new vehicles. Ten mannequins with colorful dresses, sometimes beaded, sometimes mostly indigo, … Full story: https://www.startribune.com/hmong-textile-show-for-asian-american-pacific-islander-month-pops-up-at-toyota-walser-dealerships-around-the-suburbs-of-the-twin-citiestr/601357288
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Hmong textile show pops up at Walser dealerships in Minneapolis suburbs
May is Asian American Pacific Islander Heritage Month, and Walser Automotive Group’s Asian Hmong Alliance is presenting “Threads of Tradition: A Hmong Clothing Showcase.” Wait, but why car … Full story: https://www.startribune.com/hmong-textile-show-for-asian-american-pacific-islander-month-pops-up-at-toyota-walser-dealerships-around-the-suburbs-of-the-twin-citiestr/601357288
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Tracing one Hmong family’s journey from Laos to Rhode Island
The Hmong are an ethnic group living primarily in China and Southeast Asia. There are communities of Hmong migrants across the globe. For Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month, Isabella … Full story: https://www.pbs.org/newshour/show/tracing-one-hmong-familys-journey-from-laos-to-rhode-island
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Gaskin: Reflecting on history amid AAPI Heritage Month
May marks Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month, a perfect time to reflect on the diverse experiences of various Asian American communities. Full story: https://www.bostonherald.com/2025/05/17/gaskin-reflecting-on-history-amid-aapi-heritage-month/