Tag: Asian
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Ethnic studies was supposed to start in California schools. What happened?
The ethnic studies class was meant to focus on the cultures and histories of African-Americans, Asian Americans, Native Americans and Latinos. The state’s curriculum also encourages schools to add … Full story: https://www.msn.com/en-us/money/careersandeducation/ethnic-studies-was-supposed-to-start-in-california-schools-what-happened/ar-AA1MONDx
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Minnesota lawmakers ask state officials to intervene as Hmong Minnesotans face deportation to Laos
About 100 people rallied at the East Side Freedom Library in St. Paul against the deportation of Southeast Asian and Hmong immigrants. Full story: https://www.startribune.com/minnesota-lawmakers-ask-state-officials-to-intervene-as-hmong-minnesotans-face-deportation-to-laos/601371725
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How is immigration enforcement affecting Sacramento’s Asian American, Pacific Islander communities?
Recent federal immigration raids and detentions have often targeted Latinos. But local Asian American leaders and organizations say members of their communities have also been swept up by ICE and face … Full story: https://www.capradio.org/articles/2025/08/22/how-is-immigration-enforcement-affecting-sacramentos-asian-american-pacific-islander-communities/
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As deportations of southeast Asians ramp up, community organizes response
President Donald Trump’s campaign to deport immigrants en masse has reached the southeast Asian community in East St. Paul and beyond. More than 150 southeast Asians have been deported from Minnesota … Full story: https://minnesotareformer.com/2025/08/18/deportations-southeast-asians-community-response/
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Mekong Night Festival celebrates Southeast Asian culture and cuisine.
On Saturday, the Chippewa Valley got a taste of Southeast Asian culture at the Mekong Night Festival. River Prairie Park in Altoona was filled with the sights and smells of a typical night market in … Full story: https://www.msn.com/
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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