Former Seattle Seahawk Doug Baldwin Jr. will address graduates as the keynote speaker for Bellevue College’s virtual commencement ceremonies that will be streamed online on June 25. Baldwin, whose grandmother […]
Puget Sound Energy invests $45K in Maneki
Puget Sound Energy has selected four small businesses, including Maneki Restaurant, in its Small Business Energy Makeover Contest to receive free energy efficiency audits and lower their energy usage. The […]
Lina Khan confirmed as FTC chair
Lina Khan was sworn-in on June 15 as chair of the Federal Trade Commission (FTC)—the Senate confirmed Khan in a 69-28 vote. “I look forward to working with my colleagues […]
Christiane Amanpour shares cancer diagnosis with viewers
CNN’s chief international anchor Christiane Amanpour told viewers on June 14 that she has been diagnosed with ovarian cancer. “I’ve had successful major surgery to remove it, and I’m now […]
Yajuan Liu named to UW Bothell Accounting Advisory Board
Yajuan Liu has been appointed to a three-year term on the University of Washington (UW)–Bothell’s Accounting Advisory Board. The board provides strategic thought leadership and community connections to the school’s […]
Washington state COVID news, updates, resources and services
If I have been infected with COVID-19, do I still need a vaccine?
Yes, the Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices (ACIP) recommends anyone who previously had COVID-19 to get the vaccine.
Wing Luke gets part of $2.7 B donation
MacKenzie Scott announced on June 15 that she is giving away $2.7 billion to 286 organizations focused on promoting equity, alleviating poverty, and promoting education and the arts. Seattle’s Wing […]
Public webinar examines accessibility disparities
By Nicholas Pasion NORTHWEST ASIAN WEEKLY The pandemic has amplified accessibility disparities for people living with disabilities. In an effort to correct inequities, the public relations firm DH hosted an […]
BLOG: Ready for reopening?
By Assunta Ng NORTHWEST ASIAN WEEKLY While I am excited for June 30, the reopening of Washington state, I have some reservations. I can’t help wondering if we are ready. […]
Wish Dragon: To be or not to be Aladdin
Wish Dragon is a Chinese American animated film directed by Chris Appelhans and produced by Jackie Chan. Is seeing Jackie Chan’s production company a foreshadowing of cool martial arts in the film?