More than 30 people died while being detained by Immigration and Customs Enforcement in 2025, marking it as the deadliest year for those held in custody by the agency in two decades. At least five of ...

For many Asian Americans, a single cocktail can cause their faces to turn red. Known as the “Asian glow,” the condition can stir up mixed emotions. By Amy Qin Amy Qin is a member of the “alcohol ...

When Juleigh Chin was on the campaign trail asking voters to elect her to the Nassau County Legislature, there had never been anyone on the chamber's dais in Mineola who resembled her. She ran in a ...

An unspoken set of rules have always governed the college admissions process for many Asian families. They understand, for example, that an Indian male applying to study computer science or a Chinese ...

Many Asian American students, researchers, and parents are searching for answers amid the Trump administration’s ongoing crackdown on diversity, equity, and inclusion in higher education. Kathryn ...

Last week, 33-year-old democratic socialist Zohran Mamdani won New York City’s Democratic mayoral primary, defeating frontrunner Andrew Cuomo in spectacular fashion. For months, polls had predicted an ...

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The Joro spider, Asian long-horned beetle and spotted lanternfly have company this summer. A "sneaky" invasive species that has a potentially deadly sting continues to spread across the U.S. and can ...

An invasive species of stinging, carnivorous ants have been slowly spreading in about 20 states. Last year at least three cases of life-threatening anaphylactic reactions were reported in Georgia, ...

While Asian American make up 7% of the country, representing one of the fastest growing demographics in the United States, a study said a growing percentage of people still perceive Asian Americans as ...

David puts the Ginsu 2000 to the test -- can it really cut through a lead pipe, nail, leather shoe, and more, then slice food without sharpening like the ad claims? #knifeskills #knifecommunity ...

Throughout our history, the United States has been strengthened by the contributions of citizens from every background, united in the shared pursuit of the American Dream. As we recognize Asian ...