Akemi Tamanaha

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Associate Editor at ASAM News

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Two AAPI stars to watch in the NBA playoffs – AsAmNews

1 week ago | asamnews.com | Akemi Tamanaha

If you’re an Asian American basketball fan, there are two Asian American players to watch in the NBA playoffs. Jalen GreenJalen Green is a Filipino American shooting guard for the Houston Rockets. He grew up in Fresno, California and was being heavily recruited by several colleges. He instead chose to play in the G-League. In 2021, he was drafted by the Rockets. He made the NBA All-Rookie First Team for the 2021/22 season.
AAPI adults believe anti-Asian hate will increase, report finds – AsAmNews

3 weeks ago | asamnews.com | Akemi Tamanaha

by Akemi Tamanaha, Associate EditorA new report from Stop AAPI Hate revealed that most Asian American and Pacific Islander adults don’t believe the Trump administration will improve racial and economic issues. Many believe that anti-Asian hate will increase. The report includes data from a survey of AAPI adults conducted by NORC at the University of Chicago between Jan 7 – 15, 2025.
AANHPI consumers are leading the way, report says – AsAmNews

3 weeks ago | asamnews.com | Akemi Tamanaha

By Akemi Tamanaha, Associate Editor The Asian American, Native Hawaiian and Pacific Islander population is growing in the United States, and a new report from Nielsen suggests that brands should start investing in AANHPI consumers and audiences.
Asian American advocates speak out against Michigan land laws – AsAmNews

3 weeks ago | asamnews.com | Akemi Tamanaha

by Akemi Tamanaha, Associate EditorIn Michigan, lawmakers have introduced two bills designed to prevent foreign entities from owning land in the United States. They claim the bills are necessary for national security, but advocates speaking out against the bills say they are discriminatory, targeting specific groups like Chinese immigrants.
Berkeley students sue Trump admin over revoked visas – AsAmNews

3 weeks ago | asamnews.com | Akemi Tamanaha

Four international students from the University of California, Berkeley are suing the Trump administration over a revoked visa. According to NBC News Bay Area, Zhouer Chen is one month away from completing her master’s degree in architecture and already has a full-time job offer. But now, she may not be able to achieve either of those milestones. Chen, along with three other Chinese international students, had her visa revoked earlier this month.
Casey Phair makes professional debut for Angel City FC – AsAmNews

3 weeks ago | asamnews.com | Akemi Tamanaha

Korean American soccer player Casey Phair made her professional debut for Angel City FC on Friday. Phair, 17, was the youngest player to debut at the Women’s World Cup in 2023. At the time, she was just 16. She played her first professional game in the National Women’s Soccer League on Friday night against Gotham FC. She entered the game in the 76th minute. The young forward appeared in a preseason game for Angel City in February this year.
'The Joy Luck Club' cast to reunite and be honored at upcoming gala – AsAmNews

3 weeks ago | asamnews.com | Akemi Tamanaha

The cast of The Joy Luck Club will reunite at the Committee of 100’s upcoming Conference & Gala and receive the Cultural Icon Award. According to a press release from the Committee of 100, a nonprofit organization made up of prominent Chinese Americans, the gala will be held on April 25. Ming Na-Wen, Tamlyn Tomita, Rosalind Chao and Lauren Tom- who played the four daughters in the film- will all attend. Award-winning journalist Lisa Ling will lead a live discussion with the cast.
First Taiwanese American WNBA player wants to be a role model – AsAmNews

4 weeks ago | asamnews.com | Akemi Tamanaha

Just two days after being drafted, Kaitlyn Chen appeared in her first conference for the Golden State Valkyries. The Valkyries are the newest WNBA team and will play their first season this year. “I feel like for me, it’s been a lot of just taking a lot of deep breaths and sort of enjoying each moment, because this is a once in a lifetime thing that happens,” Chen said at the press conference, where she was joined by fellow rookie Shyanne Sellers and General Manager Ohemaa Nyanin.
Kaitlyn Chen drafted to Bay Area WNBA team – AsAmNews

4 weeks ago | asamnews.com | Akemi Tamanaha

University of Connecticut women’s basketball player Kaitlyn Chen is headed to the Bay Area. On Monday, Chen was selected by the Golden State Valkyries in the 2025 WNBA draft with the 30th pick. The Valkyries are the league’s latest expansion team and will play their first season his year. Chen’s UConn teammates sitting next to her in the crowd cheered loudly when her name was called. In a video posted on social media by Bleacher Report, Chen explained that she was surprised to hear her name called.
AAPI adults say they disapprove of Trump's policies – AsAmNews

1 month ago | asamnews.com | Akemi Tamanaha

by Akemi Tamanaha, Associate EditorMost Asian American and Pacific Islander adults voiced their disapproval of the current Trump administration’s policies in a recent survey. On Wednesday, AAPI Data and AP-NORC released the results of a survey examining how the AAPI community is reacting to President Trump’s agenda. Over half (55%) of AAPI adults surveyed said they felt Trump was focusing on the wrong priorities and only 18% believe he is focusing on the right priorities.