By Associated Press ORLANDO, Fla. (AP) — Universal Parks & Resorts and Nintendo are joining forces to add video game characters to the theme park company’s resorts. Company officials said […]
Archives for December 2016
The Killing Art: Filipino martial arts
Denzel Washington, Matt Damon, and Melissa McCarthy have all trained in Filipino martial arts (FMA) for action roles in movies. It’s an art that is known for self-defense techniques and the bluntness of its attacks.
A DIY approach: John Laney became a lawyer instead of hiring one
When small business owners need expert repair, be it plumbing or electrical work, if they’re skilled, they DIY, or they call in the experts — the plumber or electrician.
Creating a sense of belonging in our national parks
By Amanda Hsu National Park Service “In My Backyard” intern When I first applied for an internship with the “In My Backyard” program with the National Park Service (NPS), it […]
Seahawks help small businesses
The Ethnic Seattle Holiday Pop-up Market on Nov. 26 at Hing Hay Park featured local minority and immigrant owned businesses. Seahawks legends Steve Largent and Walter Jones signed autographs, took photos, and handed out swag.
Ringo Lam’s “Sky on Fire” majestic, but arid
“Sky on Fire” stars fast-rising Hong Kong action actor Daniel Wu (originally from California).
Disney’s Moana, first Polynesian princess, sails to the top of the box office
Moana is the first Disney film to depict Polynesian culture, and activists had been voicing their concerns for months that the movie would be an inaccurate portrayal of their culture.
Community meeting on Donnie Chin’s death focuses on accountability
By James Tabafunda Northwest Asian Weekly Still dealing with frustration and sadness over the murder of International District Emergency Center (IDEC) Executive Director Donnie Chin, more than 50 residents and […]
Trump taps Elaine Chao for transportation secretary
NEW YORK (AP) — Elaine Chao’s record at the Labor Department suggests she’d have a light hand when it comes to safety regulation as transportation secretary and would seek to […]
State representative receives lifetime achievement award
By Tim Gruver Northwest Asian Weekly Having served Washington’s district 37 for nearly 18 years, Rep. Sharon Tomiko Santos will be one of eight people to receive a lifetime achievement […]