By Alka Kurian The Conversation (Republished with permission) Women are among the strongest opponents of two new laws in India that threaten the citizenship rights of vulnerable groups like Muslims, […]
Japanese American community shows college the 3 R’s for the future
The Japanese American community taught an invaluable lesson to the administrators of Bellevue College, considered one of wealthiest colleges in the Washington state college system. Asian American and Pacific Islander faculty, staff, and students brought Erin Shigaki’s art installation “Never Again is Now”, an 11-foot high mural of two children standing in a concentration camp to commemorate the Day of Remembrance
The Layup Drill
Welcome to another edition of The Layup Drill. This month, we write about the effects of the coronavirus and the potential issues it may have on sports, Team Philippines baseball gets a boost from the New York Mets, and the creator of the famous “Konami Code” has passed away.
Seattle Public Utilities partners with food banks to save food and life
Now, SPU is teaming up with food banks, like the one in Rainier Valley, to make sure that food thrown away from restaurants, grocery stores, and individual households does not make it into the garbage stream.
Utility bill assistance
Your household may be eligible if:
● You are the homeowner or renter
● You have a Seattle City Light and/or Seattle Public Utilities bill in your name*
● Your total household income for the past month prior to applying does not exceed the amount listed below:
Seattle Children’s Film Festival: Eye-opening delights the world over
Now in its 15th year, the annual Seattle Children’s Film Festival counts itself as “a teenager now, deciding who it wants to be when it grows up,” in the humorous terms of festival director Elizabeth Shepherd. She’s held that title since the first festival back in 2005, so she should know.
‘Fresh Off the Boat’ leaving indelible mark on TV landscape
Even before “Fresh Off the Boat’’ hit the airwaves on ABC in February 2015, the show was facing pressure that other new shows weren’t.
Proposal would allow elbow strikes in Muay Thai matches
The heavy thud of punches and kicks smacking punching bags could be heard through the walls of a gym for Muay Thai, a martial arts fighting style from Thailand.
The believer — Senior Deputy Mayor Mike Fong
Mike Fong’s great grandfather every year sent fruitcake along with a campaign contribution to Congressman Tom Foley. Foley had helped him sort out immigration issues.
Marguerite Luke Young and Maxine Loo: Best friends for 67 years
Marguerite “Marge” Luke Young and Maxine Loo were best friends for 67 years. The two met when they were assigned adjacent lockers at Washington Junior High School.
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