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10 API events that are shaping our lives TODAY

10 API events that are shaping our lives TODAY

During Asian Pacific Islander (API) Heritage Month, we typically focus on the past — on what has happened and the events that have shaped who we are.

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Posted in Community News, Features, Vol 30 No 20 | 5/14-5/201 Comment

Happy Mother’s Day!

Happy Mother’s Day!

To all the Moms —

You are appreciated each and every day! Happy Mother’s Day!

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Posted in Community News, Features, Vol 30 No 19 | 5/7-5/130 Comments

‘Angel of Saigon’ makes life more than a dream for Vietnamese orphans

‘Angel of Saigon’ makes life more than a dream for Vietnamese orphans

Veteran actress Shirley Jones and Betty Tisdale both understand what it’s like to be the matriarch of a musical family.

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Posted in Community News, Features, Profiles, Vol 30 No 19 | 5/7-5/130 Comments

Post office relocation and Hing Hay expansion good for ID?

Post office relocation and Hing Hay expansion good for ID?

In 2013, the lease for the building currently occupied by the International District (ID) post office on 6th Avenue and South Jackson Street will expire.

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Posted in Features, Vol 30 No 18 | 4/30-5/62 Comments

Beacon Hill: a cultural melting pot made of neighbors

Beacon Hill: a cultural melting pot made of neighbors

When residents on Beacon Hill were asked to name their favorite aspect of the neighborhood, diversity was always on top of the list.

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Posted in Business, Community News, Features, Vol 30 No 17 | 4/23-4/290 Comments

Beacon Hill district: Emerald City’s unofficial center for green thumbs

Beacon Hill district: Emerald City’s unofficial center for green thumbs

Some Asian Americans view gardening as an enjoyable hobby. For others, growing food is simply a matter of survival. Asian farmers — in China

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Posted in Business, Features, Vol 30 No 17 | 4/23-4/292 Comments

After 30 years of helping immigrants, CCA forced to declare bankruptcy

After 30 years of helping immigrants, CCA forced to declare bankruptcy

On March 31, an agency that provided education, employment, training, and career development services had to close its doors after 30 years

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Posted in Community News, Features, Vol 30 No 16 | 4/16-4/222 Comments

More services for Asians? An unexpected benefit in tolling 520

More services for Asians? An unexpected benefit in tolling 520

When the groundhog failed to see its shadow this past February, people were eager to usher in spring early. But as trees and flower begin to bloom

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Posted in Community News, Features, Vol 30 No 14 | 4/2-4/81 Comment

10 female leaders who’ve made a big difference in the last year

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.

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Posted in Community News, Features, Vol 30 No 11 | 3/12-3/18, World News0 Comments

Wise Words from Wise Women

Wise Words from Wise Women

“Work hard. Do what you love and success will find you.”— Wendy Rosen
American Jewish Committee Regional Director

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Posted in Features, Vol 30 No 11 | 3/12-3/180 Comments

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