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A New Era Begins: Zohran Mamdani Makes History as New York City's First Muslim and South Asian Mayor
On November 4, 2025, New York City wrote a new chapter in its storied history. Zohran Mamdani, a 34-year-old democratic socialist and state assemblyman from Queens, triumphed in the mayoral election, becoming the city's first Muslim mayor, first leader of South Asian descent, and youngest chief executive in over a century. His victory over former Governor Andrew Cuomo and Republican Curtis Sliwa represents not just a political milestone, but a profound cultural moment for Ame

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Nov 66 min read


Yoshinobu Yamamoto's Historic MVP Performance: A Cultural Bridge Between Baseball's Greatest Traditions
The 2025 World Series delivered one of the most captivating championships in recent memory, culminating in the Los Angeles Dodgers' thrilling 5-4 victory over the Toronto Blue Jays in 11 innings of Game 7. At the heart of this historic achievement stood Yoshinobu Yamamoto, whose remarkable performance earned him the Willie Mays World Series Most Valuable Player Award and cemented his place in baseball lore as only the second Japanese-born player to receive this honor. Yamamo

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Nov 64 min read


Breaking Barriers: Dylan Harper and Hansen Yang Signal New Era for Asian Representation in the NBA
The 2025 NBA Draft marked a watershed moment for Asian American and Pacific Islander representation in professional basketball, as two players of Asian heritage were selected in the first round for the first time since 2016 1 2 . Dylan Harper , selected second overall by the San Antonio Spurs, and Hansen Yang , chosen 16th by the Portland Trail Blazers, represent more than individual achievements—they symbolize a potential paradigm shift in how the league values diverse tale

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Jul 48 min read


Chinese NBA Draft: Yang Hansen’s Historic Selection and Its Impact
The 2025 NBA Draft marked a significant moment for Chinese basketball, as Yang Hansen became the first player from China to be selected in nearly a decade. His surprise selection at 16th overall by the Portland Trail Blazers has generated excitement both in China and among international basketball observers, signaling a potential new era for Chinese talent in the NBA.
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Jun 283 min read


ICE Raids Target Immigrant Communities: Who Is Affected and By How Much
Recent months have seen a dramatic escalation in immigration enforcement, with Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) conducting...

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Jun 143 min read


ICE Raids on Nail Salons—The Asian Immigrant Experience
Across the United States, the nail salon industry is a cornerstone of economic opportunity for Asian immigrants, particularly those from...

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Jun 143 min read


How ICE Raids Are Devastating Asian Businesses
Across the nation, the surge in Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) raids is not only upending lives but also crippling local...

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Jun 143 min read


Why Asian Immigrants Dominate the Nail Salon Industry—and Why ICE Is Targeting Them
Across the United States, the nail salon industry is an economic and cultural stronghold for Asian immigrants—most notably Vietnamese,...

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Jun 143 min read


No Kings Protests: A Nationwide Stand Against Authoritarianism and Its Impact on Asian Immigrants
Across the United States, the “No Kings” protests have erupted as a dramatic response to what many perceive as the authoritarian...

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Jun 143 min read


How ICE Raids Affect Asian Americans
While media coverage of ICE raids often focuses on Latino communities, Asian Americans are also deeply affected by aggressive immigration...

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Jun 142 min read


Celebrating AAPI Heritage Month 2025: A Legacy of Leadership and Resilience
May marks Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander (AANHPI) Heritage Month-a time to honor the generations of Asian and Pacific Islanders whose stories, achievements, and resilience have shaped the United States.

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May 12 min read


Exploring Lunar New Year Traditions Across Cultures
The Lunar New Year, celebrated by billions worldwide, is one of the most significant holidays in many Asian cultures.

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Feb 153 min read


Chinese New Year vs. Lunar New Year: Understanding the Differences and Shared Traditions
As the world celebrates the arrival of 2025 and the Year of the Snake, many people use the terms Chinese New Year and Lunar New Year interchangeably. However, while they share similarities, these two terms are not synonymous. Understanding their distinctions is key to appreciating the diversity of cultures that celebrate the lunar calendar's new year. What is Lunar New Year? Lunar New Year is a broad term encompassing all new year celebrations based on lunar or lunisolar cale

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Feb 72 min read


The Future of DEI: Navigating Challenges and Opportunities in 2025 | 88tumble
As we enter 2025, the landscape of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) initiatives in the corporate world is undergoing significant shift

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Jan 312 min read


Andy Kim: Breaking Barriers as America's First Korean-American Senator | 88tumble
In a historic moment for American politics, Andy Kim has been elected as the first Korean-American to serve in the United States Senate.

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Nov 12, 20242 min read


Asian American voters in the 2024 Election
The 2024 U.S. presidential election saw a significant impact from Asian American voters, continuing a trend of increased political engagemen

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Nov 8, 20242 min read


Leptospirosis: A Rising Concern in the Philippines | 88tumble - The Asian American Experience
Leptospirosis: A Rising Concern in the Philippines

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Oct 24, 20242 min read


Celebrating National Noodle Day on October 6th | 88tumble - The Asian American Experience
National Noodle Day, celebrated annually on October 6 , is a delightful occasion for noodle enthusiasts around the globe. This year, as...

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Oct 6, 20242 min read


Celebrating Rosh Hashanah: A Jewish New Year with Asian Connections | 88tumble - The Asian American Experience
As the autumn leaves begin to turn and the air grows crisp, Jewish communities around the world prepare to celebrate Rosh Hashanah.

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Oct 3, 20243 min read


What are the Tiananmen Square Protests and why are they still talked about today | 88tumble - The Asian American Experience
The Tiananmen Square protests of 1989 were a pivotal moment in modern Chinese history, marking a significant clash between pro-democracy...

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Oct 2, 20242 min read
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