South Korea (AP) — North Korea said Friday it has accepted a U.S. proposal to discuss recovering remains of American troops killed during the Korean War, another sign of easing tensions between Washington and Pyongyang …
Malaysia–Cambodian maids speak of abuse
In the six weeks that she worked as a maid for a Malaysian family, she says she lost 22 pounds (10 kilograms), while toiling 20 hours a day with little to eat. Often, she was slapped and punched by her employer, she says …
Macau sex fair kicks off amid growing Asian demand
Sexy lingerie, adult costumes, inflatable dolls, and much more are on display at an adult industry trade fair in the Chinese territory of Macau that shows how China’s growing influence has spread even to the bedroom …
EDITORIAL: Let’s push away petty squabbles regarding King memorial
This week, a memorial to Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., called the Stone of Hope, was finally unveiled in Washington, D.C. It was originally scheduled to be unveiled in 2008 …
Nominate your favorite API lawyer under 40
The National Asian Pacific American Bar Association (NAPABA) is accepting nominations for the Best Lawyers Under 40 Award …
Fed Way dentist offers services, with profit going to local food drive
Dr. Van Vuong is offering a significant discount on dental services in order to assist people who need dental care, in tandem with helping his community food pantry …
Asian Pacific Cultural Center looking for artists for showcase
The Asia Pacific Cultural Center (APCC) is seeking artists who identify with or incorporate into their practice the cultural arts of Asia and the Pacific Islands. The Asia Pacific Arts […]
Georgetown, Chinese basketball teams brawl
A wild brawl broke out between Georgetown and a Chinese men’s basketball team on Thursday, Aug. 18, putting an immediate end to a supposed goodwill game that coincided with U.S. Vice President Joe Biden’s visit to the country …
BLOG: Guilty Friday
By Assunta Ng What is it like to forget about eating healthy? Owner Andrea Nakata was giving out business cards for her new bakery at a party. I grabbed one […]
BLOG: Homesick Chinese officials
By Assunta Ng Do you know what high-ranking Chinese officials can’t live without when traveling to Seattle? Of course they don’t carry their luggage or buy their own coffee like […]