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“Let’s Plant” T-Shirt

“Let’s Plant” T-Shirt

Godzilla, of all monsters, should know how important it is to treat the environment well. After all, he was the byproduct of nuclear fallout and waste. It must feel bad for people to run away from you all the time, which is maybe the reason why Godzilla is helping the cities now in this “Let’s Plant” T-Shirt ($24.00) from Threadless. Instead of chaos and destruction, here we have a happy Godzilla planting trees, perhaps preventing [...] Continue »

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Feed Me

Feed Me

Secure your cash, cards, or ear buds in this crafty iPhone case. Simply slip your items in the ever-hungry smile and the soft silicone holds it in place giving you the freedom to grab it n go. The Feed Me case ($20) comes in black, grey, pink and orange and includes sticky eye decals to complete your mobile emoticon. Check out this product on our shopping blog, GASP!

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Report Suggests Asian Americans Outmarrying Less To “Preserve Their Culture”

Report Suggests Asian Americans Outmarrying Less To “Preserve Their Culture”

Via Jeff Yang at the Wall Street Journal: “Apparently, more and more Asian Americans are defying convention by… marrying Asian Americans. [...] That’s interesting in and of itself. But it’s the reason given for this fall in Asian American outmarriage rates that really caught both of our eyes. According to Times reporter Rachel Swarns, the reason why younger Asians are choosing to marry other Asians is that they’re experiencing a “resurgence of interest in language [...] Continue »

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Jiro Dreams of Sushi

Jiro Dreams of Sushi

It has been said before that we at GASP! love our sushi, and we’re not the only ones. One of the reasons it’s so loved around the world is that it just looks so much better than other food. This could definitely be seen in the beautiful camera work of Jiro Dreams of Sushi (97% fresh at Rotten Tomatoes), which follows the master sushi chef Jiro Ono, who at the age of 85 is still [...] Continue »

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Stability Vs. Independence: Expectations Of Asian Women

Stability Vs. Independence: Expectations Of Asian Women

By Hua Jing lI At times I often ponder about a life in China. Having moved to England at the age of 5, I re-started my life in a different country and culture. As a result, my understanding and opinions are drastically different from my extended family members. In particular, my lifestyle choices. Within China, conceiving a family predominantly and culturally defines success. It is often unusual for females or males to remain single for [...] Continue »

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Free Eye Exams for Asian Americans And Others

Particular minority groups are at greater risk for certain eye diseases than whites.  For example, Asian Americans are much more likely to get glaucoma than other ethnic groups.   Given that April is National Minority Health Month, Eye Care America, a foundation of American Academy of Ophthalmology, is offering free eye exams for those who qualify.  For more information on how the program works, go to www.eyecareamerica.org.

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Did Bruce Lee Have An Undescended Testicle?

Did Bruce Lee Have An Undescended Testicle?

Before I begin, I want to make it clear that I LOVE Bruce Lee. When I was a kid he made me feel like Asian American boys could be more than the awkward guy lusting after the girl (which was pretty much the only representation of Asian American men on television/film at the time). For once, the badass kinda looked like me. But when one of the 8Asians editors brought to my attention that Bruce [...] Continue »

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GOTM!: Spring Has Sprung

GOTM!: Spring Has Sprung

It’s a new month, and that means it’s time for Goodies Of The Month! (GOTM!). Now, it’s finally April and the season of Spring has sprung upon us. Not everyone celebrates Easter, but here are some seasonable goodies that we found. Read more on our shopping blog, GASP!

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According to The NY Times, My Relationship Is Fashionable

According to The NY Times, My Relationship Is Fashionable

By Daniel miscegenation: n. Cohabitation, sexual relations, marriage, or interbreeding involving persons of different races, especially in historical contexts as a transgression of the law. After reading this NY Times article, that old and (thankfully) nearly extinct word came to mind. At the same time, I thought about how it would have been illegal for my wife or I to marry outside our race until the 1920s (even here in New York City). Obviously, anti-miscegenation [...] Continue »

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Higo Pocket Knife

Higo Pocket Knife

They don’t make things like they used to… or do they? The Higo Knife ($60) by Miyamoto Manufacturing Co. has a story dating back to 1920. Originally developed by Tasaburo Murakami in 1894, this all purpose tool is still made with old-world craftsmanship and the longevity to prove its worth. The blade is forged white steel finished with a tsuchime (hand-hammered) technique. It’s roughly 4.25” when closed and 7.75” open. The length and sleek profile [...] Continue »

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“The Island Edge” by Tom Coffman

“The Island Edge” by Tom Coffman

Hawaii. Simply say the word and you’ll think of a lush green state, possibly resplendent with luaus and hula girls. But what really happened in the history of the 50th state? What role did Asian Americans play? The popular history The Island Edge ($19) by Tom Coffman gives a good introduction, though as a journalist his work skews towards a summary of public opinions. Check out this product on our shopping blog, GASP!

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Kawaii Kitchen Sponge

Kawaii Kitchen Sponge

Who would have thought scraping off last night’s dinner could look this cute? Leave it to the Japanese to combine beady eyes and an innocent smile to make anything “Kawaii” (translation: uber cute). Choose from Banana-, Apple-, or Onigiri-shaped kitchen and dish sponge ($3.25) to make cleaning just a little more fun. Check out this product on our shopping blog, GASP!

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