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🐲Asian Lantern Festival brings culture, light to Central Florida Zoo

This year, every single lantern in Central Florida’s Asian Lantern Festival is brand-new.

AAPI liaisons with sheriff’s office bring comfort, support after racist tirade at Orlando restaurant

After a racist tirade against the owners of an Orlando Asian-American restaurant went viral a couple of weeks ago, the Central Florida community responded with a wave of support, including from a brand new squad at the Orange County Sheriff's Office created to give Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders a voice.

In their own words: AAPI voters in Nevada talk economy, guns, race

The AAPI population is the fastest-growing demographic in Nevada and a rising political force. Five voters spoke to NPR about what issues are top of mind ahead of the midterm elections.

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Central Florida grassroots initiative all about amplifying AAPI voices through voting

A new grassroots initiative in Central Florida is aiming to amplify the voices of the Asian American, Pacific Islander/Native Hawaiian (AANHPI) community through voter engagement ahead of election season.

Orlando physician talks diversity among physicians during AANHPI month

Long before the COVID-19 pandemic, the number of physicians and nurses in the United States has been a concern.

Young activists create Asian American history lesson to fight racism

Mina Fedor and other Youth Rising AAPI members came up with a program to teach the contributions of Asian Americans.

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BTS to address anti-Asian hate crimes at White House next week

As Asian American Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander Heritage Month comes to an end, Grammy-nominated group BTS will return to the U.S. and meet with President Joe Biden next week to address anti-Asian hate crimes and discuss Asian inclusion.

Riff On This: DJ Chino turned passion for breakdancing into career in music

From breakdancing to deejaying to producing music, DJ Chino does it all.

Central Florida’s ‘keepers of hula’ share the history behind this native Hawaiian dance

Hawaii is known for its beaches, volcanoes, being a major producer of pineapple, and its ancient culture that includes an iconic dance—the hula.

Former Orlando hip-hop artist now helps children through basketball coaching

Rob "Southstar" Campman first rose to fame nearly 20 years ago as one half of the Orlando-based hip hop duo Smilez and Southstar.

Asian American cultural festival celebrates AANHPI heritage

For the first time since the pandemic began, festival-goers packed the Ocoee Lakeshore Center and Bill Breeze Park to attend Sunday’s Asian Cultural Festival.

Asian American cultural festival returns to Central Florida

The Asian American Heritage Council of Central Florida is back with its Asian Cultural Festival for the first time since the pandemic.

‘They’re like me:’ K-pop dance classes at Orlando studio step up representation, bring diversity

Clapping, counting, shouting and loud music fill DGBEK Studios in Orlando. But in one studio twice a week, K-pop fills the room.

Thai pop-up restaurant opening up inside Orlando supermarket

A pop-up Thai restaurant is planning to set up shop inside of an Orlando supermarket.

Explore China before Communism in dance spectacular at Dr. Phillips Center

The Dr. Phillips Center will be exploring China before communism with performances of “Shen Yun” from May 20-22.

Florida Foodie: Thai Farm Kitchen brings culinary tradition to Orlando

Traditional cuisine is very important to Jess and Elizabeth Calvo, the owners of Thai Farm Kitchen.

‘Together we’re stronger:’ How one Central Florida group is growing AAPI businesses

The Asian American Chamber of Commerce in Central Florida helps advocate, empower and grow both current and future Asian American business leaders in the area.

Hate incidents targeting Florida’s Asian American population on the rise

Hate incidents targeting Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders are on the rise across the nation and across Florida, according to data from several watchdog groups.

Notable faces you should recognize this Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month

May marks Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month, a time in which we pay tribute to the generations of people who have enriched our country’s history -- and the ones who are still growing up, who will be instrumental in future successes.

Is Asian Representation In Hollywood Finally Changing?

In celebration of APPI Heritage month, Newsy's "In The Loop" dives into the rise of AAPI representation in Hollywood and the issues that still stand.

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‘American dream:’ AAPI real estate organization helps promote Central Florida homeownership

The Asian Real Estate Association of America Greater Orlando works with community partners to help AAPI home and business owners in Central Florida achieve their dreams.

Oviedo sophomore all the buzz after bee, plant conservation project wins science center competition

The Dr. Nelson Ying Science Competition celebrates high school students who are using science and independent research to benefit humanity.

Magic, heartbreak and action: Here are the K-dramas you can watch on Netflix

As popularity grows with Korean shows and films, Netflix is releasing lots of new works each month.

‘Kaya natin:’ The philosophy behind Orlando’s newest Filipino restaurant

Two Filipino business owners are opening a new fine dining restaurant celebrating their culture and food in the Mills 50 district later this summer.

How Orlando’s Mills 50 district turned into thriving Asian American community

After the Vietnam war ended, hundreds of Vietnamese came to Central Florida through the catholic charities refugee program and found a new home near Mills Avenue and Colonial Drive, an area known today as the Mills 50 District.

Some Asian American and Pacific Islander women stand to lose over $1 million in their lifetimes due to the pay gap

AAPI women working full-time in the U.S. are typically paid $0.95 for every dollar paid to white men, according to the National Women’s Law Center.

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AANHPI Heritage Month: Celebrate Central Florida’s Asian American and Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander community

During Asian American and Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander Heritage Month, News 6 hopes to capture and highlight some of the contributions, achievements and stories of Central Florida’s own growing and diverse AANHPI community.

Florida Senate approves bill advocating for inclusion of AAPI history in state classrooms

A Florida bill requiring the study of Asian American Pacific Islander history in applicable classes passed unanimously on Tuesday.

Amid Anti-Asian Hate, AAPI Candidates Aim To Smash Stereotypes And The Bamboo Ceiling

Three big cities might have their first Asian American Pacific Islander mayor next year. These candidates aren't just breaking barriers, they're fighting stereotypes at the root of anti-Asian hate.

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Korean fried chicken chain moving into Orlando’s Mills 50 district

A large Korean fried chicken chain is looking to open up its first Florida location in Orlando's Mills 50 district.

Asian Americans reflect on the sacrifices of their families with letters to their loved ones

"You are the exact model I needed to see."

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After record Asian American voter turnout, AAPI leaders weigh political action and running for elected office

Amid a surge in AAPI voter turnout, Asian American leaders are asking how it can be sustained, especially with major shifts coming to the electorate.

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‘We all have a part to play:’ Orlando doctor heals community, funds local schools

Whether he’s patching up patients as a doctor who specializes in internal medicine or donating to Central Florida public schools, Dr. Sundeep Ram dives into community involvement headfirst.

‘Almost like traveling there:’ Kpoppin USA offers unique experience with Korean, Japanese items

K-pop albums, keychains, pillows, sweatshirts, anime merchandise, and monitors playing music videos are just some of the ways this Orlando store greets its customers.

WATCH LIVE: Health Cam

Orlando is home to the Asia Trend Community Learning Center, a place to embrace and learn about Asian American culture.

Miss Vietnam Florida says pageant is a ‘sense of belonging,’ way to serve Central Florida

Bi Trac says pageant helped her stay connected to her culture and give back to a larger community.

Facebook’s reversal on banning claims that covid-19 is manmade could unleash more anti-Asian sentiment

Facebook will no longer remove content saying covid-19 is manmade, a reversal based on recent revelations which give more credence to the theory that it was developed in a lab in Wuhan, China. The decisions shows the challenges of policing free speech and could unleash more anti-Asian sentiment.

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‘It’s important to have someone who looks like you’: Orange County epidemiologist shares experience on pandemic frontlines

Alvina Chu explains representation builds stronger community.

The Growing Power Of The AAPI Vote, By The Numbers

Data from the firm TargetSmart found that almost half of all Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders who cast a ballot in 2020 did not vote in 2016, and a quarter had never voted before.

npr.org

Asian Americans say dragon boat racing isn’t about winning

These days when the dragon boats take to the water, it isn’t about looking back but moving forward and discovering how this ancient craft reminds us about how much we all have in common.

AAPI women have the smallest pay gap—but that stat 'masks' big economic disparities, say experts

"You know that $0.85 number is really masking, just like the overall wage gap for women masks all the differences that we see by race."

cnbc.com

The best books to read during Asian American Pacific Islander Heritage Month

Check out books written by Asian American and Pacific Islander authors that you can read during AAPI Heritage Month and beyond.

Florida Foodie: Henry Moso went from dishwasher to nationally recognized chef

Chef Henry Moso came to the U.S. at 16 from Laos and in less than 15 years he has grown into a nationally recognized chef and restauranteur.

Asian American contributors who shape our everyday lives

These Asian Americans made major contributions that shaped the way we live in the U.S.

The Weekly: Celebrating AAPI Heritage Month

Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month celebrates the contributions of one of the fastest growing groups living in the U.S.

UCF professor gives back through ‘A Gift of Music’ program for underserved communities

A University of Central Florida professor is giving back with the sound of music.

Meet one of the engineers overseeing supply runs to NASA’s moon outpost

Sending supplies to NASA’s orbiting moon outpost will require a whole new logistical game plan but that’s where a key KSC team comes into play.

Asian American Health Care Workers Battle COVID And Racism

More than a year into the pandemic, some AAPI health care workers share their struggles of saving people while also dealing with hate.

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Asian American Health Care Workers Battle COVID And Racism

More than a year into the pandemic, some AAPI health care workers share their struggles of saving people while also dealing with hate.

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Jefrë, a Filipino American craftsman, conquers Orlando Museum of Art

Much like his artwork, Filipino American and Orlando-based artist Jefrë is larger than life.

Asian-owned businesses in Central Florida are #FeedingPositivity and want you to help

Community uniting to stop Asian hate, promote positivity.

Orlando Magic honors Asian American Pacific Islander Heritage Month with virtual town hall

Team to also host in-game celebrations.

Schooling audiences, stealing hearts: Asian Pacific educator, cardiologist share their stories

FusionFest's monthly MYgration films and watch parties explore the immigration stories of Central Floridians.

Asian-owned restaurants you can support in Orlando

If you’re looking for a refreshing boba tea to sip on after you slurp down a tasty bowl of pho, there are plenty of Asian-owned restaurants in Orlando to help you meet those foodie goals.

Jhené Aiko, Saweetie to perform on AAPI advocacy TV special

TV-AAPI Special Jhené Aiko poses for a portrait in Los Angeles on Dec. 7, 2020, left, and Saweetie attends the Brandon Maxwell fashion show during Fashion Week in New York on Feb. 8, 2020. Platinum-selling performers of part-Asian descent, including R&B singer Aiko and rapper Saweetie, will perform at a TV special produced by The Asian American Foundation (TAAF), the newly formed organization launched to improve AAPI advocacy. (Photos by Chris Pizzello, left, and Charles Sykes/Invision/AP) (Uncredited)NEW YORK — (AP) — Platinum-selling performers of part-Asian descent, including R&B singer Jhené Aiko and rapper Saweetie, will perform on a TV special produced by The Asian American Foundation, the newly formed organization launched to improve AAPI advocacy. Actor Ken Jeong will host the special, which will include appearances by Daniel Dae Kim and Lisa Ling and “will feature testimonials from leading Asian American public figures, as well as individuals working to enact change on the ground,” organizers said. The TV special coincides with TAAF’s See Us Unite campaign, which launched Thursday and is designed to expand support for the AAPI community.

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‘Shoot for the moon,’ Spaceflight was once a folk tale to this NASA engineer now supporting astronaut launches

Cuong Tran, a NASA electrical engineer, moved to the U.S. at 14, overcoming adversity to land his dream job.

Nets’ Joe Tsai, Yahoo Founder Jerry Yang and More Launch $250 Million Initiative to Fight Hate

Several influential business leaders have recently started a $250 million initiative dedicated to serving 23 million Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders across the nation. Members of The Asian American Foundation (TAAF) launched the initiative on Monday. According to its organizers, the initiative is the “largest-ever philanthropic effort to support the AAPI community,” Reuters reported.

news.yahoo.com

Not your model minority: Orlando business launches fundraiser to fight Asian American hate

The fundraiser wraps up on May 9.

Here’s why officials say Asian Americans are the fastest growing population in Central Florida

As we celebrate Asian American Pacific Islander Heritage Month, we wanted to take a closer look at this growing population and why they chose to make Central Florida home.

AAPI Heritage Month: Celebrating Central Florida’s Asian American and Pacific Islander community

News 6 celebrates AAPI Heritage Month by highlighting our local AAPI community.

Marvel introduces its first Chinese superhero with ‘Shang-Chi’

Film is Marvel's first Asian-focused superhero movie.

Youn Yuh-jung wins best supporting actress Academy Award

Youn Yuh-jung, the feisty grandmother in “Minari,” has won the best supporting actress award at the Oscars.

Chloé Zhao makes history with best director Oscar win

Chloé Zhao has made history at the Academy Awards.

Senate passes hate crimes bill to address rise in attacks against Asians

Its passage comes amid an uptick in crimes targeting Asians in recent months.

cbsnews.com

Florida Foodie: Chef Mike Collantes is building a collective in Orlando’s food scene

Chef Mike Collantes is quickly growing his "Taglish Collective" despite the challenges he's faced during the pandemic.

Congressman Andy Kim on AAPI parents having "the talk" with young children about spike in violence

As violence and hate crimes against Asian-Americans spike across the nation, many parents are debating how to have a conversation about tough subjects with their children. Congressman Andy Kim joins CBSN to discuss how he went about having "the talk" with his young son and what the nation's leaders are doing to tackle the growing problem.

cbsnews.com

"60 Minutes+" investigates violence against AAPI community

Wesley Lowery joins "CBS This Morning" to discuss his "60 Minutes+" investigation into the string of violent attacks against the AAPI community. He explains the complexity of charging suspects with hate crimes.

cbsnews.com

Following attacks on AAPI community, CBSN airs special "Asian Americans Battling Bias: Continuing Crisis" tonight

Following attacks on AAPI community, CBSN airs special "Asian Americans Battling Bias: Continuing Crisis" tonight Following the increase in violent attacks against the Asian American Pacific Islander community, the CBS News Race and Culture Unit will air a new special, "Asian Americans Battling Bias: Continuing Crisis," Wednesday tonight. President Biden has announced new actions to respond to the surge in anti-Asian hate incidents. CBS News senior White House correspondent Weijia Jiang joins "CBSN AM" to discuss the special and the latest government efforts.

cbsnews.com

Hawaii Democratic Senator Hirono on AAPI representation, countering racism and gun reform efforts

Hawaii Democratic Senator Hirono on AAPI representation, countering racism and gun reform efforts Hawaii Democratic Senator Mazie Hirono joins "CBS This Morning" to talk about Asian American and Pacific Islander representation in the Biden administration, combating racism and the renewed efforts to pass gun reform.

cbsnews.com

Growing support for Asian Americans after recent attacks

Growing support for Asian Americans after recent attacks In the wake of last week's shootings in Georgia, more communities are coming together to stand in solidarity with Asian Americans. It's been a galvanizing moment for those within the AAPI community, following a significant spike in anti-Asian racism and discrimination. Last year, the FBI warned of a potential surge in crimes against the community, as a result of the coronavirus pandemic. Anne Cheng, professor of English and American studies at Princeton University, joins CBSN's Elaine Quijano to discuss.

cbsnews.com

Asian American and Pacific Islander women stand to lose $400,000 over a 40-year career due to the pay gap

This means that the average pay gap figure that is touted for AAPI women does not fully explain the pay disparity some Asian American communities face. While AAPI women are perceived to have the smallest gender pay gap of any racial group of women, it's important to note that the pay gap varies widely among different AAPI communities. Today, more than one in four AAPI women are working a front-line job, with many of these women receiving unequal pay. In May 2020, unemployment for Asian American women peaked at 16.4%. Additionally, when looking at women's long-term unemployment, Asian women have the highest rates of all groups with 44.7% of Asian women over the age of 16 having been unemployed for six months or more in February, according to NWLC.

cnbc.com

Readout of The Department of Justice’s Efforts to Combat Hate Crimes Against Asian American and Pacific Island Communities

The Department of Justice today held a listening session with more than a dozen Asian American and Pacific Islander (AAPI) community groups as part of its continuing efforts to deter hate crimes and other unlawful acts against the AAPI community. “The Department of Justice and our component agencies are committed to bringing all of our tools to bear in supporting AAPI communities as we address the horrific rise in hate and bias incidents occurring across the country.”Today’s listening session follows a meeting Carlin had earlier this week with key U.S. The meeting was also attended by senior leaders of the Department’s Civil Rights Division, Executive Office for the U.S. Attorneys and FBI Headquarters. Additional Background

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Often overlooked, Asian American Christian voters could be key in Georgia Senate runoffs

Religious Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders, or AAPIs, in Georgia and across the country are not a monolith. Yet amid a Black-White political and religious divide, Asian American Christian communities represent untapped voter networks for political parties. But candidates on both sides of the aisle have largely overlooked the role of religion for Asian American voters who could help decide an election expected to come down to razor-thin margins. A 2012 Pew Research Center study found that a plurality of Asian Americans in the U.S., about 42%, identify as Christian. "There hasn't been the same kind of concentrated effort to Asian Americans of any religious background or Asian Americans as a whole amongst the Democrats until pretty recently."

cnbc.com

Democrats target Asian American and Latino voters in crucial Georgia Senate runoffs

A historic surge in Asian American and Latino voters helped flip the state blue for President-elect Joe Biden, according to Democratic data firm TargetSmart. Meanwhile, 62% of Georgia's Latino voters supported Biden and 63% of AAPI voters nationwide favored Biden. Historically, Asian American and Latino voter turnout has dropped off in runoff elections compared with Black and White voters. Language barriers and gaps in civic education are challenges that particularly affect Asian American and Latino voters, many of whom are first-time voters, young people or naturalized citizens. Asian American and Latino voters are not monoliths either; they span diverse ethnicities, languages and experiences between different communities.

cnbc.com
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