Afilias, a global domain registry, announced will launch the first “family” generic top-level domain, “.KIM.” “Kim” is an ancient Korean surname, meaning ‘gold,’” Afilias stated in a Feb. 6 press […]
Last chance to talk about Hing Hay Park
Seattle Parks and Recreation will host the third and final community meeting for the Hing Hay Park expansion project on Tuesday, Feb. 25, 6 p.m. to 7:30 p.m., at the […]
COMMENTARY: Asia’s coal markets and U.S companies will benefit from PNW ports
By Lee Kyungro In most countries, coal-fired power plants are the main source of electricity due to their safety, reliability, and cheaper operating cost. My home country of South Korea […]
North Korea rescinds invitation to U.S. envoy for Bae talks — Jesse Jackson offers to intervene
SEOUL, South Korea (AP) – North Korea has canceled for a second time its invitation for a senior U.S. envoy to visit the country to discuss a long-detained American’s possible […]
COMMENTARY: Thank you, President Obama, for promising to help free Kenneth Bae
By the Bae family Our family was delighted to hear President Obama advocate for the release of Kenneth Bae during his remarks at the National Prayer Breakfast this morning [Feb. […]
‘Dinosaur’ looks to play in NBA — Age doesn’t worry Japanese basketball player
By Jason Cruz Northwest Asian Weekly Weights, cardio, and Zumba. It’s an unusual regimen for an individual looking for a shot in the NBA. “It helps with my balance and […]
Exhibit your art in a Seattle storefront
Storefronts, a program that connects vacant storefront buildings with art and creative projects, is calling for submissions from local artists.
The Layup Drill — Yes, we are still basking in the glow of our Super Bowl champions
By Jason Cruz Northwest Asian Weekly Welcome to another edition of The Layup Drill – Championship Edition. This month, we take a look at our Super Bowl champions! We also […]
Savy sings heartfelt songs of his life
By Andrew Hamlin Northwest Asian Weekly “Ever since I was born,” remembers Cambodian American singer Sarey Savy, “my family sang in the house all the time. Whether it’s talking on […]
Kaori Nakamura: retiring dancer was truly a ‘dream come true’
By Marino Saito Northwest Asian Weekly Graceful, light, strong, and fierce — that’s how Pacific Northwest Ballet principal dancer Kaori Nakamura is described by fellow dancer Jonathan Porretta.