TOKYO (AP) – Japan was struck by a magnitude 8.9 earthquake off its northeastern coast Friday (Thursday night local time)
Gary Locke — The next U.S. Ambassador to China?
On March 7, reports surfaced that President Barack Obama was planning to nominate U.S. Secretary of Commerce Gary Locke as the U.S. Ambassador to China.
10 female leaders who’ve made a big difference in the last year
For International Women’s Day, we wanted to compile a list of amazing women around the globe who have made a significant impact in their countries and the world.
Wise Words from Wise Women
“Work hard. Do what you love and success will find you.”— Wendy Rosen
American Jewish Committee Regional Director
Diversity makes a difference — Part 3
Northwest Asian Weekly’s Diversity Makes a Difference scholarship program celebrates young people who are committed to reaching out across cultural lines.
Attention: Seattle Chinese Garden needs volunteers
The Seattle Chinese Garden needs additional volunteers to help with visitors as the weather gets warmer. Volunteers will answer visitor questions,
Study: Health coaches may be crucial in fighting against diabetes in Asians
Chinese Americans are diagnosed with diabetes at more than twice the rate of the general population. Fifteen percent of Chinese Americans
Immigration Services proposes electronic system
U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) has a proposal that could save U.S. businesses more than $23 million over the next 10 years.
Peacock designer duo go from Bollywood to Britney Spears
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Indian designers Falguni and Shane Peacock have busted out of Bollywood straight through to Hollywood. Their champion? Britney Spears.
Shanghai kicks out Barbie for being sexy?
The Financial Times has reported that the Barbie store in Shanghai has shut down after only two years in business. Mattel has said that the store