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Aiming to demystify contemporary art, Cannonball Arts gallery opens in vacant downtown Seattle space

At times, contemporary art can occupy an awkward spot. It may be common for art neophytes to say, “I could make that,” or for...

Opinion: Understand what socialism means for some Asian immigrants

It’s something we see often here in Seattle—candidates and parties embracing socialism, particularly while riding the very valid and important movements in resistance to...

Transforming Seattle for the Better

Seattle’s population is expected to grow by at least 120,000 more people in the next 20 years. It’s important for the City to take...

Tongue-Tied: Are We Losing Our Ethnic Language?

It’s a common experience for most Asian Americans: people assuming that we can’t speak English. This misjudgment confronts us on the street—yelled angrily at...

Why is Bullying Worst For Asians?

“They were chasing me all year, and hit me in front of my house. I felt very upset and didn’t know what to do.” “When...

Teatro’s New Show Pokes Fun at Modern Culture

Ling Rui leaps, twists and soars through the air, holding onto just two thin straps hanging from the ceiling. He also acts, sings and...

Lets (Not) Talk About Sex

If stereotypical Asian parents drove cars like they doled out sex advice, you’d be experiencing some serious whiplash. “Sex just isn’t talked about. It’s shameful....

Smart, Successful and…Unhappy? Stereotypes Impact Mental Health, New Study Says

Stereotypes and unrealistic expectations may be harmful to our mental health, according to a new study by a team of Asian American researchers at...

Perspective: Social Media, Can it Work For You?

The debate over whether social media is truly effective in achieving social change, or just fosters feel-good clicking and tweeting has brought rise to...

Tips: How would you market a new cultural event?

• Attend other cultural events and take notes on what you liked, what worked and what didn’t work. Talk to the event organizer and follow...