Monthly Archives: December 2009

On This Day

Two years ago: John discusses the merits of Pinkberry, and its corresponding American Express commercial. Two years ago: Trans-racial adoptive parents, behaving badly. Two years ago: Brian watches the uncensored version of Lust Caution – something he couldn’t do when … Continue reading

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The Art of Gift Giving

As we get fully entrenched in this holiday season, now best known for getting and giving gifts, I thought it would be appropriate to discuss the cultures that have really perfected the art of giving gifts. Asian cultures specifically of … Continue reading

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Disgrasian Gals on the Cover of Hyphen– Hotter than Olivia Munn on Maxim

Yes, Olivia Munn on the cover of Maxim is some very lovely eye candy. But candy is candy, and Jen & Diana on the cover of Hyphen is like a dessert platter for my eyes. Hell, I admit it, I’m … Continue reading

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Asian American Army Enrollment Up 80%

In Southern California, the amount of Asian Americans enlisting in the US Military are up by a staggering 80% compared to last year. Among the reasons for the spike in enrollment: military programs that offer college tuition — and for … Continue reading

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Olivia Munn on Maxim’s Jan 2010 Cover

Asian (or half Asian) women have done it again! G4 co-host and every geek’s wet dream Olivia Munn is gracing the January 2010 cover of Maxim Magazine. You can check out the full photo spread directly on their site, in … Continue reading

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Is Japan Becoming A Nation of Whiners and Complainers?

Except for Moye*, the Japanese/Japanese-American folks I know aren’t usually people who do much complaining. While that’s a pretty big generalization, we all know the stereotypes– both real and perceived– of the “quiet” Japanese men and women who don’t like … Continue reading

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Asian American Grammy Nominees: Apl.de.Ap and DJ Replay

“Kuya Ryan got nominated for a Grammy!” shouted The Daughter.   While annoyed at her shouting (“indoor voice please” I keep telling her), I was happy to hear that news and I wasn’t surprised.  “Kuya Ryan” is her cousin and my … Continue reading

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On This Day

One year ago: Xxxtine reviews Secrets of the Kung Fu Temple. Two years ago: For Chinese Americans, Schools earn the prize. Two years ago: A Chink in the Armour, a short film about Chinese Canadian stereotypes. Two years ago: Chinese … Continue reading

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Vote for Peter Pak for Wilhelmina Hot Body Model Search

Peter Pak, who has recently been selected as one of thirty female and thirty male semifinalists for the Wilhelmina Hot Body Model Search. The group of sixty will be narrowed down to ten finalists – of which, two audience favorites … Continue reading

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Manny Garcia’s GLEE Mash-Up

Oh, those kids and their YouTube: while older fogies like us are constantly lament how there are no visible Asian American entertainers on main stream radio or television, the newer generation is just creating new channels and forging their own … Continue reading

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Taiwanese Farmer Potty Trains Pigs, Saving Water and the Environment

Apparently, in Taiwan, there are 6.5 million pigs, which are a major source of river pollution. One Taiwanese farmer has potty trained his pigs to use a litter box, which apparently has conserved about 50% of the water used prior … Continue reading

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Thomas Jefferson High for Science and Technology Ranked #1 US Public High School

When I read a story on Yahoo Finance about America’s best high schools (summarizing rankings by US News and World Report), I noticed that Thomas Jefferson High School for Science and Technology was at the top of the list.  When … Continue reading

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