Iran has arrested Nobel Peace Prize laureate Narges Mohammadi, her supporters said Friday.
This holiday season isn’t very merry for consumers, an AP-NORC poll finds
This holiday season isn’t quite so merry for American shoppers as large shares are dipping into savings, scouring for bargains and feeling like the overall economy is stuck in a rut under President Donald Trump, a new AP-NORC poll finds.
Indian model opens Chanel show in historic first
A 25-year-old architecture graduate has become the first Indian model to open a Chanel Métiers d’Art show
37 sickened after Thanksgiving meals from Seattle restaurant
Public Health–Seattle & King County is investigating a gastrointestinal illness outbreak linked to Thanksgiving meals prepared by Kanishka Cuisine of India after 37 people reported becoming sick.
New King County Councilmember Steffanie Fain plans to improve transit for South King County, hopes to uplift future AAPI leaders
Following her win for the spot of District 5 councilmember, Steffanie Fain became the first Korean American to hold a seat on the King County Council, and the first Asian American in the post for the first time in almost four decades.
Phở: culture, history, and comfort in a bowl
Every year, National Phở Day on Dec. 12 gives us the perfect excuse to celebrate one of Vietnam’s most iconic comfort foods.
When their stories are forgotten, Filipino nurses bear the burden
The need for healthcare workers during the COVID-19 pandemic escalated to such an extent that nurse Rosary Celaya Castro-Olege came out of retirement to join the frontlines.
Locke to receive Richardson Prize
Former Washington Gov. Gary Locke has been named a 2026 recipient of the Elliot L. Richardson Prize for Excellence in Public Service, the National Academy of Public Administration announced on Wednesday.
Golden Globe nominations spotlight AAPI triumphs, misses
Golden Globe nominations delivered a mix of breakthroughs and omissions for Asian and Asian American talent this year, raising questions about how these choices may shape the path to the Oscars.
Tacoma City Council designates Kochi, India, as new Friendship City
The Tacoma City Council approved a resolution on Tuesday naming Kochi, India, as the city’s newest Friendship City, expanding Tacoma’s international partnerships and opening the door to a potential future Sister City relationship.