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The Cheese Stands Alone

1 month ago | thebookendsreview.com | Ayoung Kim |Jordan Blum

“Seeking a responsible housemate to join a quiet and loving couple with cats.” The advert stated that drugs and overnight guests were not allowed. I scrutinized the photo: an untouched, unfiltered picture of a middle-aged husband and wife, each cradling a calico cat. The amateur, out-of-focus shot of a nerdy cat couple set off red flags. Additionally, having an allergy to cats, I moved to delete the post.
Supramolecular Metal-Organic Framework for the High Stability of Aqueous Rechargeable Zinc Batteries

Aug 6, 2024 | dx.doi.org | Minji Lee |Inyoung Choi |Ayoung Kim |Daye Kim
Catherine Li and body positivity – Cold Tea Collective

Apr 8, 2023 | coldteacollective.com | Cecilia Huang |Ronak G. Gandhi |Ayoung Kim |Samson Chan

From Plus-size Model to Body Positivity Role ModelThe fashion industry designs creations that make us look and feel good. However, it also produces images of perfection are also responsible for perpetuating unrealistic beauty standards that can be harmful to our self-esteem and body image. This is something digital content creator and model Catherine Li can resonate with when growing up.
Dear Kiki: How can I make the best impression when I first meet my partner's traditional Asian parents? – Cold Tea Collective

Mar 27, 2023 | coldteacollective.com | Cecilia Huang |Courtney Chu |Pearl Zhou |Ayoung Kim

Dear Kiki: My partner and I have been dating for six months and will meet their parents for the first time soon. They tell me their parents are quite traditional and I should not show up empty-handed. Any tips on what I should bring as a gift and how can I make the best impression possible? – Meeting Traditional Asian ParentsCongratulations on leveling up your relationship! Meeting your partner’s parents is a significant milestone in your journey together.
Rush Hour: Buddy Cops tackle racial bias – Cold Tea Collective

Mar 3, 2023 | coldteacollective.com | Ronak G. Gandhi |Pearl Zhou |Cecilia Huang |Ayoung Kim

Two racist cops walk into a bar. They walk out a little less racist. That pattern summarizes the crux of most scenes in the Rush Hour trilogy. The two protagonists, an East Asian man and a Black man, fail to see each other. But over the course of the movies, they build a cross-cultural dialogue—and eventually, cross-racial friendship. Depicting relations between Black and Asian folks on screen remains unusual to this day.
Dear Kiki: How can I help my adoptee adapt to a new culture?

Feb 27, 2023 | coldteacollective.com | Cecilia Huang |Evan-Thomas May |Samson Chan |Ayoung Kim

Dear Kiki,We are in the process of adopting a young child from Taiwan. As a second generation Chinese and grew up speaking Cantonese. I grew up understanding the culture my family had back in China. I feel confident that I can pick up Taiwanese phrases easily and learn how to cook Taiwanese food. How else can I help my adoptee adapt to a new culture while maintaining his identity in America? –Caring new parentWelcoming your adopteeEvery adoptee’s experience is different.
Southeast Asia can be the next international soccer scene – Cold Tea Collective

Feb 7, 2023 | coldteacollective.com | Evan-Thomas May |Samson Chan |Ayoung Kim |Zeph Wong

Can Southeast Asia be the next international soccer scene? We’re so close, we really are. With Japan and South Korea defeating the likes of Germany and Portugal at the most recent FIFA World Cup, the international Asian soccer scene is perhaps gaining more attention than ever. And yes — I called it “soccer.” Sue me. Although neither country came out as champions, they forced the world’s attention towards the East.
I am planning a trip to visit my home country – Cold Tea Collective

Jan 30, 2023 | coldteacollective.com | Cecilia Huang |Ayoung Kim

Kiki gives advice on how adults returning to their home country in a long while can make the most out of their trip. I am planning a trip to visit my hom e country. This will be my first time visiting since leaving at a very young age.