Monthly Archives: September 2010

LA: Tonight is Audrey’s Night Out 2010

Our friends at Audrey Magazine, the nation’s premier lifestyle magazine for Asian American women by Asian American women, is hosting Audrey’s Night Out 2010, its third annual fashion show at the Petersen Automotive Museum tonight (Thursday, September 23, 2010). The … Continue reading

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Street Fighter World Map Desktop Wallpaper

Alright, so this isn’t really something you can buy but it’s free and too damn cool to not show off. GamesRadar put together a free desktop wallpaper, depicting the world according to Capcom’s Street Fighter. Download and enjoy.

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How Segregated Is Your City?

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Charice Gives ‘Glee’ a New, Cute Asian Voice

Besides Harry Shum Jr.’s abs, Filipino import pop sensation, Charice was the hot topic of the second season premiere of Glee. If we sidestep the ignorant comments (which, by the way, were cleverly executed) made by the show’s resident diva, … Continue reading

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Hello Kitty Monopoly

If you thought Monopoly was a boring board game, think again with this Sanrio twist. We’re all about this Hello Kitty Monopoly game ($28.21) on the classic Hasbro game, complete with 6 themed collectible tokens for her hometown of London.

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The 8Asians Talk About: The Asians on Glee

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oax8f4i2N50 Our internal e-mail lists have us discussing all kinds of stuff: Asian American identity, representation in the media, the experiences of activism in an academia setting and its progression as we transition to the working, adult world. And sometimes, … Continue reading

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Uni-ball Alpha Gel Ballpoint Pen from JetPens

It may not look quirky or cute, but this Uni-ball Alpha Gel Ballpoint pen ($9), available on JetPens.com, is Japanese stationary at its finest. Perfect for school or work, the pen glides with precise and smooth lines while the gel … Continue reading

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Maggie Q Learned How to Fight from White People

From an interview outtake with Maggie Q for the LA Times: “[Asians learning kung fu is] a silly stereotype. I’ve worked with Jackie (Chan)’s people … I’ve worked with so many other people in Asia. And when I got to … Continue reading

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Little Red Eco Bag & Wolf Tummy Pouch

They may be enemies in the age-old fairy tale but when it comes to being green, Little Red Riding Hood and the Big Bad Wolf are partners in crime. That’s why we love this Little Red Eco Bag & Wolf … Continue reading

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Asians Behaving Badly: Bruno Mars’ Cocaine Charge

Filipino/Puerto Rican singer Bruno Mars (real name Peter Hernandez) was arrested over the weekend in Las Vegas after being discovered with a bag of cocaine in a nightclub. An arrest report for Hernandez said a bathroom attendant told police Hernandez … Continue reading

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Petit Plume’s Juliet Headband

We’re head over heels with the one-of-a-kind hair accessories from Eugenia Chung’s Petit Plume line, and now you can get your hands on the Juliet headband ($27.99), featuring a hand embroidered band, felt leaves and pearl details. This flower band … Continue reading

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AAPI Democratic Leadership Strategy Meeting on Sept 24, 2010

For those interested and energized Democrats, you all are invited to the Asian American & Pacific Islander (AAPI) Democratic Leadership Strategy Meeting hosted by the Democratic National Committee (DNC) to discuss initiatives for the upcoming elections. Special guests include DNC … Continue reading

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