“I just love singing,” enthused Korean soprano Yeonji Lee, making her debut with Seattle Opera in the new production, “An American Dream.” “Singing makes me feel alive. Singing makes my heart beat. Particularly, I like singing because I’m using my whole body to create music.”
Ali Wong and Randall Park are gonna make out with each other (onscreen, and I am into it)
By Stacy Nguyen Northwest Asian Weekly Haikus With Hotties, a website and Twitter feed that brings you poetry you can read in two seconds from scorching Asian men, declared August […]
‘Birth of the Dragon,’ cool idea, terrible movie
After watching the movie, I am in consensus with Shannon Lee, daughter and CEO of Bruce Lee Company, who stated, “I think this film is a step backward for Asians in film, not to mention that the portrayal of Bruce Lee is inaccurate and insulting.
Gamers clash in Dota 2 eSports grand slam
No, it’s not football or basketball. It’s Dota 2 (Defenders of the Ancient 2), The International, one of the “grand slams” for video game connoisseurs. Gamers, or esports as it is becoming more acceptable to call, made its annual stop in Seattle at KeyArena from Aug. 6–12.
Bloodworks teams up with Chinese community
Each year, Bloodworks Northwest helps over 55,000 patients receive life-saving blood transfusions. And the organization needs donations from people of diverse ethnic backgrounds. Last month, it met with Chinese community leaders from the greater Seattle area to discuss ways to boost community engagement.
To Airbnb or not to Airbnb?
Let’s face it — most of us are creatures of habit. So when my husband suggested we stay at an Airbnb for a recent and unexpected trip to Asia, I was more than a little hesitant. Who would want to give up fresh towels, concierge services, and those free little bottles of …
Indian company regrets leak of ‘Game of Thrones’ episode
An India-based media technology company said it regrets the recent leak of an episode of the popular HBO series “Game of Thrones” by four of its current and former employees.
Tried and true Eastsider Phil Yin offers diversity and balance to Bellevue City Council
Yin calls himself a “regular Bellevue city resident,” and says regular residents like him can still positively impact the city.
Malaysian princess marries Dutchman
The daughter of one of Malaysia’s most powerful sultans married her Dutch fiance on Aug. 14 in a tradition-filled ceremony during a day of lavish celebrations witnessed by crowds of […]
The Layup Drill — MMA visits Everett, a young tennis star, and a new Jeremy Lin
By Jason Cruz Northwest Asian Weekly Welcome to another edition of The Layup Drill. As the summer continues, we write about two up-and-coming athletes, as well as looking at a […]
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