By Jocelyn Moore Northwest Asian Weekly When 10-year-old Ming Zhang first saw the 24-story Shanghai Park Hotel in 1973, the tallest building in China at that time, he was amazed by its height and architecture. For the next few decades, Zhang held onto that moment of inspiration. Fast-forward to early this year—Zhang ventured from being […]
BLOG: We raise! — Keiro’s successful auction represents a united Japanese community
By Assunta Ng You don’t see Asian donors fighting to give money, fast and big, often. But it happened at Keiro Northwest’s 40th anniversary dinner on Oct. 24 at the Seattle Sheraton Hotel. Keiro Northwest (formerly Nikkei Concerns), which specializes in elderly programs with assisted living and nursing homes, was able to galvanize its fans […]
Korla Pandit — Disguising identity: From Black to Indian
By Andrew Hamlin Northwest Asian Weekly Two hands hold a large censer. A voice speaks of wisdom and rubies. A deep, slightly scraggly voice. The action fades-in to a man in a turban with a jewel mounted between his eyes. Fixing his eyes upon the camera, Korla Pandit begins his act. And his act was […]
Cambodian opposition senator on trial over Facebook comments
By Sopheng Cheang Associated Press PHNOM PENH, Cambodia (AP) — A Cambodian opposition senator was denied bail and went on trial Friday over comments he posted on Facebook criticizing a 36-year-old border agreement with Vietnam. Hong Sok Hour faces up to 17 years in prison. His arrest on Aug. 15 was one of a series […]
VISIONARY — APCC: Serving the community and as a cultural crossroads
By Staff Northwest Asian Weekly Asia Pacific Cultural Center (APCC) serves as an interactive cultural crossroads between local and international communities. Led by Patsy O’Connell, APCC is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization was formed in November 1996 from the vision of a small group of citizens representing three generations of Americans from Asian and Pacific Islanders heritage. […]
Fortune cookie says: Good luck and longevity
By Assunta Ng Northwest Asian Weekly The oldest noodle factory in Washington state, Tsue Chong Co. will celebrate its 100th anniversary next year. It produces 80,000 fortune cookies a day. Yet, none of the millions of fortunes in these cookies could predict that the past three generations of owners have lived and continue to live […]
VISIONARY: Patsy O’Connell knows a bit about diversity
By Zachariah Bryan Northwest Asian Weekly As board president and founder of the Asia Pacific Cultural Center (APCC) in Tacoma, Patsy O’Connell sees diversity every day. The APCC, founded in November of 1996, is the only Asian and Pacific Islander cultural center located in Pierce County, representing an impressive 47 countries. Moreover, it’s brimming with […]
Trial set for officer charged with abusing Indian man
By Jay Reeves Associated Press HUNTSVILLE, Ala. (AP) — An Alabama police officer went on trial Sept. 1 on a federal charge of using excessive force against an Indian man who was thrown down and partially paralyzed during a confrontation in a suburban neighborhood. Madison police officer Eric Sloan Parker, 26 is charged with violating […]
Still battling for feminism after 200 years
By Nesta Lu Summer Youth Leadership Program In 1792, Mary Wollenscroft(1759-1797) wrote A Vindication of the Rights of Women and composed one of her famous quotes: “I do not wish them [women] to have power over men; but over themselves.” Wollenscroft was one of the first and foremost famous feminists who saw the limited rights […]
Back to school — “A Fresh Start”
Congressman Adam Smith 9th District “The beginning of each new school year represents an opportunity to move forward toward achieving your goals. Focusing on your education is one of the most important ways you can help create a fresh start and a better world for yourself, your family, and our community.” Hsiao-Lin Wang Owner […]
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