The Rise of K-Pop!
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Holi: The Festival of Colors
Many large communities in South Asia gathered to celebrate Holi, the Festival of Colors, last Monday. Deya Singh and Kirin Ingle discuss the history of this popular holiday, and some important traditions and symbols associated with the festival.
All About the Qingming Festival
Despite not being well-known, the Qingming festival is integral to Chinese culture. Find out why this holiday is so special!
Exploring the Anime Boom
“Today, thanks to expanded licensing that brought more series to American shores, anime is bigger than ever” - John-Michael Bond
Raya and the Last Dragon: The Representation We Wanted?
Raya and the Last Dragon has been a long-anticipated Asian-themed Disney movie, but has sparked a great fire of controversy in terms of proper South East Asian representation. Deya Singh and Kirin Ingle discuss both the film and its contrasting reviews.
The Cherished Tradition of Lunar New Year
Many Asian cultures celebrated the commencement of the Year of the Ox last Friday. Deya Singh and Anthony Chen explore the history behind this popular holiday, and discuss some of the traditions and legends associated with this special event.