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Minority youth have big media appetite, according to study

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By David Aguilar The Associated Press CHICAGO (AP) — Minority youth spend more than half their day consuming media content, a rate that’s 4.5 hours greater than their white counterparts, […]

To do things the Chinese way or the Brazilian way?

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SAO PAULO (AP) — Stocking shelves in a Chinese grocery store, Thiago warned that he didn’t want to be caught chatting during working hours. Within seconds

Home, sweet Renton — A liveable city that is drawing Asian Americans

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He didn’t know it then, but his effort transformed what was formerly an open space along the trail from Seattle to what is now a thriving city of 90,927 people

One year after protests, Thailand still divided, its people suffer most

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BANGKOK (AP) — Cradling a framed portrait of her slain daughter, Payao Akkhahad approached a soldier outside a barracks in this vast Asian metropolis

Korean marriage scandal shocks fans

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In April, TIME magazine released its annual 100 most influential people in the world list, highlighting individuals for their powerful contributions or status in society.

Blog: 12 ways to celebrate APA month

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Just because there is no designated holiday doesn’t mean we should not educate our youth and ourselves to bring joy and meaning into our lives.

Blog: Why can’t Asian Americans speak their native tongue?

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A child can be bilingual if the parents speak both Asian and English languages at home. But there are unusual circumstances.

NWAW’S must-reads: stories about heritage and culture

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Her sister Regina is going away to college, leaving Lucy with a room to herself. After practicing all summer, she’s ready to show her coach her skills on the basketball court.