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You are here: Home / Archives for VOL 36 NO 26 | JUNE 24 – JUNE 30

China approves 9 Trump trademarks previously rejected

June 24, 2017 By Northwest Asian Weekly

By ERIKA KINETZ Associated Press SHANGHAI (AP) — The Chinese government has granted preliminary approval for nine Donald Trump trademarks it had previously rejected, in whole or in part, The Associated Press found, a turn that is likely to fuel further allegations that Beijing may be giving the president’s family business special treatment. Trump’s decision […]

Filed Under: World News Tagged With: 2017, VOL 36 NO 26 | JUNE 24 - JUNE 30

A-pop! Asians, you need to stop saying the n-word in your music

June 23, 2017 By Northwest Asian Weekly

Brian Imanuel is a 17-year-old Indonesian of Chinese descent who happens to be really, really talented at rapping.

Filed Under: Arts & Entertainment, Features, Column: Pop Culture, Feature stories Tagged With: 2017, Cowboy Bebop, Kelly Marie Tran, LINDA PARK, RICH CHIGGA, SWET SHOP BOYS, VOL 36 NO 26 | JUNE 24 - JUNE 30, Vanity Fair

Summer reads for all ages

June 23, 2017 By Northwest Asian Weekly

Paul Hiroshima had it all. He was charming and good looking, known for his artistic talents and a great dancer.

Filed Under: On the Shelf, Feature stories Tagged With: 2017, CINNAMON, RICH PEOPLE PROBLEMS, THE UNFORGETTABLES, VOL 36 NO 26 | JUNE 24 - JUNE 30

What it’s like to be gay in China

June 23, 2017 By Northwest Asian Weekly

“China Queer,” an installment of Fusion TV’s “The Naked Truth” documentary series, takes the viewer inside China, China’s LGBTQ scene, and the rapidly-imploding rights of LGBTQ people to self-expression and their own identities.

Filed Under: At the Movies, Feature stories Tagged With: 2017, VOL 36 NO 26 | JUNE 24 - JUNE 30

Netflix theater debate hits S. Korea as ‘Okja’ boycott looms

June 23, 2017 By Northwest Asian Weekly

By YOUKYUNG LEE Associated Press SEOUL, South Korea (AP) — South Korean filmmaker Bong Joon-ho has an answer to where the controversy over the theatrical releases of Netflix movies started: his cinematic ambition. Bong said last week that Netflix never pushed for the theatrical release of his “Okja,” but he did so himself so people […]

Filed Under: Arts & Entertainment, Features, Profiles, World News Tagged With: 2017, BONG JOON-HO, VOL 36 NO 26 | JUNE 24 - JUNE 30

Mayoral candidate forum

June 22, 2017 By Northwest Asian Weekly

By Staff NORTHWEST ASIAN WEEKLY Candidates running for Seattle mayor have been invited to speak about issues that affect the Asian Pacific Islander (API) community. Gary Bose, Tiniell Cato, Jenny Durkan, Jessyn Farrell, Bob Hasegawa, Mike McGinn, Cary Moon, James Norton, Larry Oberto, and Nikkita Oliver have confirmed they will be present at the June […]

Filed Under: Features, Profiles, Community News, Politics Tagged With: 2017, Bob Hasegawa, Cary Moon, Gary Bose, James Norton, Jenny Durkan, Jessyn Farrell, Larry Oberto, MAYORAL CANDIDATE FORUM, Mike McGinn, Nikkita Oliver, Tiniell Cato, VOL 36 NO 26 | JUNE 24 - JUNE 30

Women of color heat up Seattle Port Commissioner race

June 22, 2017 By Northwest Asian Weekly

By Janice Nesamani NORTHWEST ASIAN WEEKLY Challenging the status quo at the Port of Seattle Commission are two women of color running for Position 1. While one is a seasoned politician, the other is a young Port of Seattle staffer. We get a look at what they hope to change if they get a seat […]

Filed Under: Features, Profiles, Community News, Politics Tagged With: 2017, Bea Querido-Rico, Claudia Kauffman, John Creighton, VOL 36 NO 26 | JUNE 24 - JUNE 30

Two sides to 14 stories — Understanding the controversy behind the SpringHill hotel development in the ID

June 22, 2017 By Northwest Asian Weekly

By Peggy Chapman Northwest Asian Weekly The controversy regarding the large-scale hotel development in Seattle’s International District (ID) has escalated this summer due to the proposed development schedule and increasing debate in the community. Opposite ends of the arguments range from the new development that will help introduce commerce and industry in a neighborhood which […]

Filed Under: Features, Profiles, Business, Community News Tagged With: 2017, SPRINGHILL, VOL 36 NO 26 | JUNE 24 - JUNE 30

Justices side with ‘The Slants,’ find offensive trademarks law unconstitutional

June 22, 2017 By Northwest Asian Weekly

By Associated Press WASHINGTON (AP) — The Supreme Court on June 19 struck down part of a law that bans offensive trademarks in a ruling that is expected to help the Washington Redskins in their legal fight over the team name. The justices ruled that the 71-year-old trademark law barring disparaging terms infringes free speech […]

Filed Under: National News Tagged With: 2017, The Slants, VOL 36 NO 26 | JUNE 24 - JUNE 30

BLOG: Seattle Chinese Voice’s reunion after 40 years — Reflecting on youthful accomplishments

June 22, 2017 By Northwest Asian Weekly

By Assunta Ng NORTHWEST ASIAN WEEKLY Do you remember what you accomplished when you were in your 20s? If you scratch your head, sigh, and think, “Absolutely nothing,” you are not alone. While some regret many missed opportunities to serve the community, it’s never too late to help others or give back. The founders and […]

Filed Under: Publisher Ng's blog Tagged With: 2017, Publisher Ng's blog, SEATTLE CHINESE VOICE, VOL 36 NO 26 | JUNE 24 - JUNE 30

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