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News headlines from the Asian American and Pacific Island communities
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31 year old aims to make history in state of Wisconsin – AsAmNews
Yee Leng Xiong launches his bid for Wisconsin Treasurer, aiming to become the state’s first Hmong American elected to statewide office.
https://asamnews.com/2026/01/08/yee-leng-xiong-wisconsin-treasurer-campaign/
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Case of Filipina grandma raises alarms about prison conditions – AsAmNews
Deportation of elderly Filipina green card holder halted, raising urgent concerns about detainee healthcare and immigrant rights.
https://asamnews.com/2026/01/08/medical-neglect-claims-ice-detention/
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Girl makes invisible AAPI stories seen – AsAmNews
Meet the 13-year-old writer who launched Mindful Reading, donated 5,000 books, and is inspiring kids across the country to tell their own stories.
https://asamnews.com/2026/01/08/teen-author-mindful-reading-nonprofit/
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Young Chinese film director dies at 23 – AsAmNews
Rising filmmaker Lai Yuqing, 23, dies in Cambodia after a mysterious fall. Family and police investigate as tributes pour in from the film world.
https://asamnews.com/2026/01/07/whisperings-of-the-moon-director-dead-at-23-lai-yuqing/
about 24 hours ago
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Ice dancing siblings Maia and Alex Shibutani are continuing to aim for the Olympics after returning to the ice.
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The Shib sibs return to the ice – AsAmNews
Ice dancing siblings Maia and Alex Shibutani are continuing to aim for the Olympics after leaving the ice for nearly seven years.
https://asamnews.com/2026/01/07/maia-alex-shibutani-comeback-ice-dancing-olympics/
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Ohio’s 2026 race heats up as Vivek Ramaswamy selects Senate President Rob McColley as his running mate. What McColley brings to the campaign.
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Ramaswamy names running mate as 2026 Ohio race tightens – AsAmNews
Ohio’s 2026 race heats up as Vivek Ramaswamy selects Senate President Rob McColley as his running mate. What McColley brings to the campaign.
https://asamnews.com/2026/01/07/ohio-2026-ramaswamy-mccolley-ticket-announced/
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Defeat looms for China Initiative revival. Congress strips language – AsAmNews
Congress expected to finalize removal of China Initiative language, marking a major win for Asian Americans fighting racial profiling.
https://asamnews.com/2026/01/07/congress-removes-china-initiative-language/
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New recommendations for the Hepatitis B vaccine from the CDC could deepen already existing health disparities for Asian Americans.
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New Hepatitis B guidance could deepen health disparities – AsAmNews
Babies from East and South Asian American communities and African immigrants are most vulnerable to hepatitis B infections.
https://asamnews.com/2026/01/06/hepatitis-b-vaccine-guidelines-health-issues-disparity/
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"Lone Samurai" asks what it means to be alive.
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Film "Lone Samurai" exudes heroism with male vulnerabilities – AsAmNews
Film Lone Samurai questions life and what it means to be alive and showing your true feelings and emotions.
https://asamnews.com/2026/01/06/film-lone-samurai-exudes-heroism-with-male-vulnerabilities/
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San Jose Buddhist temple ravaged by second major fire – AsAmNews
A massive early‑morning fire leveled the Chua Duyen Giac temple in San Jose, still recovering from a 2024 blaze. Firefighters saved homes; no injuries.
https://asamnews.com/2026/01/06/san-jose-vietnamese-temple-three-alarm-fire/
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Netflix has renewed the hit show "Emily in Paris," featuring Ashley Park, for a sixth season.
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'Emily in Paris' renewed for season 6 – AsAmNews
Netflix has renewed the hit show Emily in Paris, featuring Ashley Park, for a sixth season.
https://asamnews.com/2026/01/06/netflix-series-ashley-park-season-6/
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Global food wars: Jollibee to split off U.S. restaurants – AsAmNews
Jollibee’s 2027 restructuring aims to sharpen its global strategy and challenge McDonald’s dominance, sending shares up 14.5%.
https://asamnews.com/2026/01/06/jollibee-global-spinoff-plan-2027/
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One of Korea’s most renowned actors, Ahn Sung-ki, passed away on Jan. 5 at the age of 74.
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Beloved Korean actor Ahn Sung-ki passes away at age 74 – AsAmNews
Ahn Sung-ki, dubbed "The Nation's Actor," passed away Monday morning after a seven-year battle with blood cancer.
https://asamnews.com/2026/01/05/beloved-korean-actor-ahn-sung-ki-passes-away-at-age-74/
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Baal-Owens to lead NAPAWF at pivotal 30th anniversary moment – AsAmNews
NAPAWF names longtime organizer Christina Baal-Owens as Executive Director to lead its fight for AAPI women’s rights and racial equality.
https://asamnews.com/2026/01/05/napawf-new-executive-director-christina-baal-owens/
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First Indian American begins as mayor of Jersey township – AsAmNews
Pulkit Desai edges out incumbent to become Parsippany’s first Asian American mayor, focusing on smart growth and community investment.
https://asamnews.com/2026/01/05/pulkit-desai-first-asian-american-mayor-parsippany/
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Filipino tennis player Alex Eala opened her 2026 season with a thrilling doubles win against tennis legend Venus Williams and former world No. 3 Elina Svitolina on Monday.
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Young Filipino tennis player wins double match over two legends – AsAmNews
Young Filipino tennis player Alex Eala beat two tennis legends in a doubles match with Iva Jović at the ASB Classic Monday.
https://asamnews.com/2026/01/05/young-filipino-tennis-player-wins-double-match-over-two-legends/
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Alysa Liu opens up about her comeback in an interview with CBS News as she prepares for the Olympics.
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Alysa Liu talks comeback, upcoming Olympics – AsAmNews
Chinese American figure skater Alysa Liu has hit her stride after coming out of retirement to compete again.
https://asamnews.com/2026/01/05/alysa-liu-triple-axel-olympics-comeback/
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Come meet journalist Dion Lim and our other honorees at our awards dinner in San Francisco Chinatown on January 24. Please register here by January 17 and learn more about all our honorees and conference that day:
bit.ly/AsAmNewsDinner
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Beloved New Year mochi tradition marred by choking deaths – AsAmNews
3 people died and multiple others were hospitalized in Japan after choking on New Year mochi. Officials warn seniors as annual incidents spike.
https://asamnews.com/2026/01/05/mochi-choking-incidents-japan-seniors/
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"KPop Demon Hunters" won two awards at the Critics' Choice Awards on Sunday night: Best Song and Best Animated Feature.
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KPop Demon Hunters wins big at the Critics Choice Awards – AsAmNews
"KPop Demon Hunters" won two awards at the Critics Choice Awards on Sunday night: Best Song and Best Animated Feature.
https://asamnews.com/2026/01/04/kpop-demon-hunters-award-season-critics-choice-wins/
4 days ago
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Jeremy Lin recently had his jersey retired by the New Taipei Kings, the team he ended his professional basketball career with.
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Jeremy Lin's jersey retired in Taiwan – AsAmNews
Jeremy Lin recently had his jersey retired by the New Taipei Kings, the team he ended his professional basketball career with. Lin announced his retirement at the end of the Taiwanese league season in...
https://asamnews.com/2026/01/04/jeremy-lin-new-taipei-kings-jersey-retirment/
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First Asian & LGBTQ WA Supreme Court justice retires – AsAmNews
Trailblazer Mary Yu retired from the Washington Supreme Court on Dec. 31, after more than three decades in public service.
https://asamnews.com/2026/01/02/first-asian-lgbtq-wa-supreme-court-justice-retires/
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St. Paul's first Hmong Amercan mayor breaks barrier – AsAmNews
St. Paul swears in Kaohly Her as its first Hmong American, Asian American and woman mayor, marking a historic milestone and outlining bold plans.
https://asamnews.com/2026/01/02/st-paul-swears-in-first-woman-asian-american-mayor/
6 days ago
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Judge refuses to dismiss admissions lawsuit against UC – AsAmNews
UC faces a revived lawsuit alleging racial bias against Asians and Whites in admissions after a federal court rules the discrimination claims can proceed.
https://asamnews.com/2026/01/02/judge-allows-uc-admissions-bias-case-asians-whites-to-proceed/
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Arkai’s genre‑breaking journey lands a Grammy nomination – AsAmNews
Inside Arkai’s unexpected Grammy nomination: a genre‑blending journey shaped by identity, collaboration, and their acclaimed album Brightside.
https://asamnews.com/2026/01/02/arkai-brightside-best-contemporary-instrumental/
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Diverse 5-block celebration marks Mamdani's first day – AsAmNews
Young voters, immigrant communities, and longtime New Yorkers braved the cold for Zohran Mamdani’s inauguration and a five‑block celebration downtown.
https://asamnews.com/2026/01/02/new-york-mayor-mamdani-inauguration-crowds/
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Mamdani opens term with aggressive affordability push – AsAmNews
With Bernie Sanders and AOC at his side, Zohran Mamdani opens his mayoral term with sweeping affordability plans and a call for a “new era” in NYC.
https://asamnews.com/2026/01/01/mamdani-socialist-agenda-inauguration-affordability/
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Study: Immigration raids trigger massive job losses in California – AsAmNews
New UC Merced study finds immigration raids driving major job losses in California, with impacts comparable to the Great Recession. Learn what it reveals.
https://asamnews.com/2026/01/01/california-job-losses-linked-to-immigration-raids/
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Crowds at Mamdani inauguration block party on Broadway cheer as NYC’s new mayor emerge out of taxi to City Hall.
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Kaua’i County Seeks Proposals for Homeless Services Grants – AsAmNews
Kauaʻi launches $500K grant program to expand homeless outreach, shelter, and street medicine services. Get application info and key dates.
https://asamnews.com/2025/01/01/kauai-homeless-services-grants-500k-applications/
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Japanese American seniors carry on Japanese New Years traditions – AsAmNews
In the Bay Area, senior living facilities are helping Japanese American seniors carry out beloved New Years traditions.
https://asamnews.com/2025/12/31/japanese-american-seniors-bay-area-oshogatsu/
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Filipino American behind personal computer dies of dementia – AsAmNews
Silicon Valley pioneer Diosdado “Dado” Banatao, the Filipino innovator behind the PC , has died at 79. Family, tech leaders, and fans honor his legacy.
https://asamnews.com/2025/12/31/filipino-tech-innovator-dado-banatao-passes-away/
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7 Million strong — but are South Asian seniors being left behind? – AsAmNews
Discover how America’s fast‑growing South Asian population is reshaping senior health, from rising diabetes risks to new community‑driven solutions.
https://asamnews.com/2025/12/31/punjabi-american-seniors-healthy-aging/
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Settlement nears after woman dies falling from moving sheriff’s van – AsAmNews
Wisconsin’s Outagamie County weighs a $400K settlement after a woman died falling from a moving sheriff transport van in 2022.
https://asamnews.com/2025/12/31/outagamie-county-settlement-sheriff-transport-death-wisconsin/
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Chloe Kim birthday post confirms relationship with NFL star – AsAmNews
Chloe Kim goes public with Cleveland Browns standout Myles Garrett, posting birthday messages and confirming their long‑rumored romance.
https://asamnews.com/2025/12/30/chloe-kim-celebrates-myles-garrett-birthday/
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Join us in San Francisco for an incredible night of networking and socializing on Saturday, January 24.
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Amanda Nguyen breaks silence on post-flight depression – AsAmNews
Amanda Nguyen reveals her struggle with depression following her historic Blue Origin mission—and the community that helped her reclaim joy.
https://asamnews.com/2025/12/30/amanda-nguyen-blue-origin-flight-backlash-response-depression-recovery/
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Austin Muslims targeted at family gathering in park – AsAmNews
Family potluck turned tense when Muslims in Austin park harassed; community leaders cite state political rhetoric as a driving force behind the incident.
https://asamnews.com/2025/12/30/cair-texas-rhetoric-abbott-linked-to-austin-park-incident/
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The Siskiyou County Board of Supervisors and the Siskiyou County Sheriff's Office have approved a partial settlement in a civil rights class action lawsuit that claims Asian Americans were being disproportionately subjected to traffic stops.
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County settles in traffic stop discrimination lawsuit – AsAmNews
Siskiyou County has agreed to a settlement in a traffic stop discrimination lawsuit impacting Asian Americans.
https://asamnews.com/2025/12/29/siskiyou-county-lawsuit-police-traffic-stops-hmong/
10 days ago
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Pacific Island to accept deportees in multimillion-dollar deal – AsAmNews
Palau signs a major deal to host 75 U.S. deportees, receiving financial aid to strengthen pensions, law enforcement, and its national workforce.
https://asamnews.com/2025/12/29/palau-75-us-deportees-aid-deal/
10 days ago
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Asian American seniors looking to improve their health in the New Year should eat healthier and exercise more, experts say.
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Healthy aging in the New Year: What AsAm seniors can learn – AsAmNews
Leading gerontologists suggest that seniors looking to improve their health should eat better and get active.
https://asamnews.com/2025/12/29/healthy-aging-diet-exercise-okinawan-mediterranean/
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Pressure mounts on UC Berkeley as faculty and students protest the suspension of Professor Peyrin Kao, raising new questions about Palestine‑related speech.
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Berkeley under fire over suspension of Professor Kao – AsAmNews
Pressure mounts on UC Berkeley as faculty and students protest the suspension of Professor Peyrin Kao, raising new questions about Palestine‑related speech.
https://asamnews.com/2025/12/29/palestine-exception-claims-in-berkeley-kao-suspension-case/
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How On Lok became a model for senior care nationwide – AsAmNews
The Bay Area’s pioneering On Lok PACE program provides Asian seniors with medical care and social services that support independence and dignity.
https://asamnews.com/2025/12/29/on-lok-pace-center-supporting-elder-independence/
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Los Angeles Rams wide receiver Puka Nacua has apologized after he received a fine for criticizing NFL officials for the first time.
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Puka Nacua apologizes for criticizing officials – AsAmNews
Los Angeles Rams wide receiver Puka Nacua has apologized after he received a fine for criticizing NFL officials for the first time.
https://asamnews.com/2025/12/28/puka-nacua-fine-nfl-refs/
11 days ago
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Emil Amok Guillermo discusses Trump's holiday antics and Jon M. Chu's appearance on "Meet the Moment."
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Op-Ed: News during the 'Dead Zone' and Jon M. Chu's 'meet the moment' – AsAmNews
by Emil Amok Guillermo When it comes to news, December used to be known as the “dead zone.” This year Donald Trump took it literally. In the silence and solace of Christmas Day, Trump took military ac...
https://asamnews.com/2025/12/28/emil-amok-guillermo-opinion-trump-jon-chu-wicked/
11 days ago
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Athens, Georgia, is mourning after a Korean American couple and their unborn child were killed in a car accident.
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Korean American family, unborn child killed in accident – AsAmNews
Athens, Georgia, is mourning after a Korean American couple and their unborn child were killed in a car accident. According to FOX 5 Atlanta, the couple was struck by a wrong-way driver just after mid...
https://asamnews.com/2025/12/28/car-accident-kills-korean-american-family/
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Henry Sakamoto, a prominent Japanese American leader who brought cherry trees to Portland’s waterfront, died at the age of 98 on Nov. 25.Â
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Civic leader behind Portland Waterfront cherry trees passes – AsAmNews
Henry Sakamoto, a prominent Japanese American leader who brought cherry trees to Portland’s waterfront, died at the age of 98 on Nov. 25.
https://asamnews.com/2025/12/27/civic-leader-behind-portland-waterfront-cherry-trees-passes/
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Investigators are currently looking into a Las Vegas Chinatown fire after the Halal Guys restaurant burned down early Friday morning.
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Las Vegas Chinatown restaurants damaged after two-alarm fire – AsAmNews
A two-alarm fire in Las Vegas Chinatown is being investigated after several restaurants were damaged early Friday morning.
https://asamnews.com/2025/12/27/las-vegas-chinatown-restaurants-damaged-after-two-alarm-fire/
12 days ago
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NYC woman, 76, found beaten to death; her son is arrested after fleeing to an upstate motel. Investigators search for answers in the disturbing case.
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Son arrested for mother's death after hotel standoff – AsAmNews
NYC woman, 76, found beaten to death; her son is arrested after fleeing to an upstate motel. Investigators search for answers in the disturbing case.
https://asamnews.com/2025/12/26/elderly-mother-killed-nyc-son-arrested-upstate/
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Japanese American history lies under Utah’s Jordanelle Resevoir – AsAmNews
Discover the forgotten story of the Keetley Colony, where 130 Japanese Americans escaped WWII incarceration and built a thriving community in Utah
https://asamnews.com/2025/12/26/keetley-farm-japanese-american-refuge/
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