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Jiaqi Wan

Milkweeds and Monarch Butterflies in Plantfest

On October 11, Plantfest, organized by the Master Gardener volunteers of Orange County, was held at Blackwood Farm Park, north of Chapel Hill, NC. The various booths at Plantfest attracted many plant and animal enthusiasts. Among the numerous booths was d “Planting Milkweeds for Monarch Butterflies”,. Their project was titled “Milkweed and Monarchs X ZHAO” and was run by Xilong Zhao and his wife Jihong and supported by a Chinese

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Asian American News Network

Discovering Los Angeles’ Historic Little Tokyo

Bright lanterns hang above crowded streets while the smell of fresh ramen fills the air.  In the middle of Los Angeles lies a neighborhood filled with culture and history. This is Little Tokyo and although it covers only a few blocks it plays an important role in preserving Japanese American culture. From delicious food to historic landmarks, Little Tokyo gives visitors a chance to experience Japanese culture without leaving California. 

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Asian American Lunar New Year 2026

In 2026, Asian American communities across the United States will celebrate the Lunar New Year, beginning on February 17, 2026, ushering in the Year of the Horse in the Chinese zodiac. More than just a festive holiday, the Lunar New Year is a vibrant expression of heritage, resilience, and cultural pride for millions of Asian Americans whose roots span Asia. A Holiday with Deep Roots Lunar New Year has been celebrated for over

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Hannah Shiu

AAPI in Gaming Launches First-Ever AAPI Steam Sale to Spotlight Underrepresented Developers

From May 1–10, AAPI Heritage Month is getting a major moment in gaming with the launch of the first-ever AAPI Steam Sale, a curated event spotlighting games created by Asian American and Pacific Islander developers. Featuring titles such as Melatonin, 1000xRESIST, Venba, and Battle Chef Brigade, the sale represents both a celebration of creative talent and a broader push for visibility in an industry where AAPI developers are still too

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Colette Shiu

2025 NCAAC & ILF Young Entrepreneurship Event: An Overview

Written by Colette Shiu and Michael Stehlin Inspiring the Next Generation In August 2025, the North Carolina Asian American Coalition (NCAAC) and the International Leadership Foundation (ILF) collaborated and hosted the Young Entrepreneurship Contest and Award Ceremony. The event provided participants all across North Carolina with the opportunity to share innovative business ideas while learning what it takes to be a leader. Theme and Purpose The theme for this year’s

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National Mentoring Month in AANHPI Communities

AANHPI National Mentoring Month is a time to recognize, celebrate, and strengthen the power of mentorship within Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander communities. Across generations, cultures, and lived experiences, mentoring has long been a quiet but transformative force, one that passes down knowledge, nurtures confidence, and creates pathways to opportunity in spaces where representation and access have not always been guaranteed. The Cultural Roots of Mentorship Mentorship in

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