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Published on Jun 18, 2021

Reel Affirmations toasts Pride and queer filmmakers with a special festival offshoot

Boy Meets Boy Roughly two decades ago, Reel Affirmations presented an annual mini-festival of films to help kick-off Capital Pride. This year, Kimberley Bush, who served as the volunteer co-director of the festival during that earlier era, decided to …

Source: Metro Weekly - Left-wing
Published on Jun 18, 2021

Pride Party+ is back

Dezi 5 The Arts District celebrates Pride with three days of programming DAVID TAFFET | Senior Staff Writer taffet@dallasvoice.com What’s expected to be one of the largest Pride celebrations in North Texas this year takes place in the Arts District this …

Source: Dallas Voice - Texas - Left-wing
Published on Jun 17, 2021

For Oklahoma author, stories 'help us understand the human condition'

As a Native American, teacher and former social worker, Brandon Hobson is aware that the concept of home is often less sweet and more complicated. "One of the questions that I address in a lot of my work is the idea of 'what is home?' — …

Source: Oklahoma State News.Net - Neutral
Published on May 27, 2021

Calling all film buffs! NJ International Film Festival returns in June

Looking for something new? More than 20 films will have their area debuts during the 2021 New Jersey International Film Festival in June. The Rutgers Film Co-op/New Jersey Media Arts Center, in association with the Rutgers University Program in Cinema …

Source: Asbury Park Press - New Jersey - Neutral
Published on May 19, 2021

Women in Film and Media Pittsburgh seeking submissions for short film festival

The representation of women in the film and television industries still lags, even as increased attention has been paid to the issue. To help fill in the gap, Women in Film and Media Pittsburgh, a nonprofit organization set on improving the status and …

Source: Pittsburgh City Paper - Uncategorized
Published on May 18, 2021

U.S. Bank supports Asian American Pacific Islander Heritage Month

Asian American Pacific Islander Heritage Month is a recognition of Asian American and Pacific Islander heritage celebrated during the month of May. It is an opportunity to reflect on who we are as individuals, as a community, as a country. This year, this …

Source: News India Times - Uncategorized
Published on May 16, 2021

New York filmmaker showcases challenges facing Asian Americans

The rise in Asian hate crimes is also catching the eyes of filmmakers. One based here in the city has his sights set on the New York Film festival, where he hopes to put the issue front and center. It's a movie, about a movie, about hate. In Duke of …

Source: Spectrum News NY1 - New York - Neutral
Published on May 13, 2021

On-campus organizations celebrate Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month

UC Davis’s AAPI community continues to celebrate its history and culture amid lockdown restrictions and anti-Asian racialization of COVID-19 Asian American and Pacific Islander (AAPI) Heritage Month in May is a time for celebration of AAPI culture and …

Source: California Aggie - Neutral
Published on May 9, 2021

Milwaukee Film Festival now streaming hundreds of films

Milwaukee Film Festival now streaming hundreds of films The festival runs through May 20. Copy Link Copy {copyShortcut} to copy Link copied! Updated: 8:26 AM CDT May 9, 2021 Hide Transcript Show Transcript CARA. >> GOOD MORNING. CHERNEY: I UNDERSTAND …

Source: WISN 12 - Wisconsin - Neutral
Published on May 7, 2021

Resources to help the Asian American and Pacific Islander community

SAN FRANCISCO (KGO) -- To help the members of our Asian American and Pacific Islander communities, we have gathered resources from across the Bay Area, as well as national resources. You can find help and how to help others in the lists below. Help Track …

Source: ABC7 News - California - Neutral
Published on May 4, 2021

Resources, organizations that support Asian Americans, Pacific Islanders

NEW YORK (WABC) -- Here are the organizations that are working to support Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders in our community and throughout the nation. LOCAL RESOURCES Apex for Youth: Delivers possibilities to underserved Asian and immigrant youth from …

Source: ABC 7 - New York - Neutral
Published on Apr 23, 2021

“Summertime” Brings Poetry to the Big Screen at the Ashland Independent Film Festival

Photo courtesy of Good Deed Entertainment “And you’ll say it’s because I was raised the ‘Asian way’, well you’re dead wrong. It’s because I studied instead of sleeping, my parent’s palms they kept on bleeding, just so I could keep on eating and I still …

Source: The Siskiyou - Oregon - Neutral
Published on Apr 20, 2021

Virtual event revisits slaying of Detroit's Vincent Chin amid surge of violence against Asian Americans

In 1982, just eight days before Chinese-American automotive engineer Vincent Chin was to be married, two white men brutally beat him outside of the Highland Park strip club where he was celebrating his bachelor party. Chin, 27, died four days later as a …

Source: Detroit Metro Times - Michigan - Left-wing
Published on Apr 20, 2021

With attacks on Asian Americans rising, virtual event will revisit the killing of Vincent Chin

Hate crimes against Asian Americans have soared during the COVID-19 pandemic. Such attacks have a long, tragic history in America, with one of the most infamous incidents happening in Detroit nearly 40 years ago. The 1982 killing of Vincent Chin will be …

Source: Detroit Free Press - Michigan - Neutral
Published on Jun 12, 2021

Asians in U.S. share reasons they're now looking at opportunities abroad

After Donald Trump was elected president of the United States, KEFF, a Taiwanese American artist, started thinking he might never be perceived as “American enough,” despite his U.S. passport, living in the country for nearly two decades and English being …

Source: MSNBC - Left-wing
Published on Jun 11, 2021

“FOR THE CULTURE!”: THE MOMENT ARRIVES FOR “IN THE HEIGHTS”

NEW YORK (AP) — As a student at Wesleyan, Lin-Manuel Miranda began writing what would become “In the Heights,” the musical that would launch him as a playwright and performer and that would lead, two decades later, to Jon M. Chu’s upcoming lavish big- …

Source: La Prensa Latina - Tennessee - Neutral
Published on Jun 11, 2021

Liam’s List June 11: PRIDE Movie Nights, Stern Grove & Ben Fong-Torres Rock Doc

KCBS reporter Liam Mayclem will be providing KPIX 5 users with a weekly weekend tip list of Bay Area entertainment, music, film and online entertainment. MOVIE: IN THE HEIGHTS Friday 6:30pm, Oracle Park This explosion of music & dance & unbridled …

Source: KPIX CBS San Francisco - California - Neutral
Published on Jun 10, 2021

A new film, SEAxSEA — What local filmmaker Long Tran has been up to

By Kai Curry Northwest Asian Weekly Long Tran (Photo provided by Long Tran) The short film “With Whom Shall We Live?” by Long Tran combines footage of Martin Luther King, Jr. and sound bites from Hồ Chí Minh relating to the Vietnam War, along with …

Source: Northwest Asian Weekly - Neutral
Published on Apr 3, 2021

Meet the Seattle International Film Festival Asian Crossroads committee

SIFF Asian Crossroads Committee. Mayumi Tsutakawa. Photo courtesy of Mayumi Tsutakawa. SuJ'n Chon. Photo courtesy of SIFF. Laila Kazmi. Photo courtesy of SIFF. Rita Meher. Photo courtesy of SIFF. For the past 47 years, Seattle International Film …

Source: International Examiner - Washington State - Uncategorized

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Published on June 17, 2021 - 13:53 GMT

HHS Announces $80 million in American Rescue Plan Funding to Strengthen U.S. Public Health IT, Improve COVID-19 Data ...

Today, thanks to the American Rescue Plan, the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services’ (HHS) Office of the National Coordinator for Health Information Technology (ONC) is announcing the establishment of an $80 million Public Health Informatics & …

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Published on June 1, 2021 - 20:52 GMT

Andrew Kung’s ‘Perpetual Foreigner’ photographs discover Asian American belonging

Written by Dan Q. Tham, CNN This feature is part of CNN Style’s new series Hyphenated, which explores the complex issue of identity among minorities in the United States. Andrew Kung was a teenager visiting New York when he was first called a racial slur. …

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Published on May 27, 2021 - 18:29 GMT

Dunlap Bennett & Ludwig Honored as Business of the Year by The Asian American Chamber of Commerce (AACC)

AACC recognizes business leaders who have made outstanding contributions to the Metropolitan Washington, D.C. business community and economy. WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, May 27, 2021 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Dunlap Bennett & Ludwig, a …

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Published on June 16, 2021 - 16:17 GMT

Statement by Miguel Cardona Secretary of Education on the U.S. Department of Education Fiscal Year 2022 Budget Request

Good morning Chairwoman Murray and Ranking Member Blunt. I am pleased to join you today, and I am proud to testify on behalf of President Biden's fiscal year 2022 Budget Request for the Department of Education. The full fiscal year 2022 Budget Request, …

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Published on May 20, 2021 - 16:47 GMT

Utah Attorney General Sean Reyes Recounts Asian American Pacific Islander Contributions and Sacrifice on behalf of the ...

SALT LAKE CITY — During Asian Pacific American Heritage Month, Utah Attorney General Reyes recounts his own family connection and the many contributions and sacrifices the AAPI community has bestowed on the United States of America in the following …

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Published on May 13, 2021 - 15:11 GMT

Secretary Cardona Holds Virtual Roundtable with Members of the Asian American and Pacific Islander Community

This afternoon, U.S. Education Secretary Miguel Cardona held a virtual roundtable with members of the Asian American and Pacific Islander (AAPI) community to discuss their experiences during the pandemic and ongoing challenges related to education in their …

Distribution channels: Education
Published on May 3, 2021 - 14:55 GMT

HHS and National Partners Mark Asian Pacific Heritage Month by Encouraging Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders to ...

Today, Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) Secretary Xavier Becerra kicked off Asian Pacific Heritage Month by announcing that HHS will be partnering with select, national organizations the first week in May to support and enhance outreach and …

Distribution channels: Healthcare & Pharmaceuticals Industry
Published on April 30, 2021 - 14:53 GMT

Governor Cooper Proclaims May as Asian American-Pacific Islander Heritage Month, Condemns Rise in AAPI Discrimination

Governor Roy Cooper has proclaimed May as Asian American-Pacific Islander Heritage Month to celebrate the many contributions Asian Americans have made, and continue to make, to North Carolina’s communities, schools and workforce. This year’s proclamation …

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Published on June 19, 2021 - 13:33 GMT

Celebrating 12-Year-Old NJ Girl 'Juliet' for Making a Positive Impact

Kids create fun finger dance videos, and Recruiting for Good donates $20 to a NJ Food Pantry for every submitted video. And $20 Donut Gift Card. SANTA MONICA, CALIFORNIA, UNITED STATES, June 19, 2021 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Recruiting for Good ( …

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Published on June 19, 2021 - 13:23 GMT

Celebrating 14-Year-Old NJ Girl 'Halls' for Making a Positive Impact

Kids create fun finger dance videos, and Recruiting for Good donates $20 to a NJ Food Pantry for every submitted video. And $20 Donut Gift Card. SANTA MONICA, CALIFORNIA, UNITED STATES, June 19, 2021 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Recruiting for Good ( …

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Published on June 19, 2021 - 13:08 GMT

Celebrating 7-Year-Old NJ Girl 'Meels' for Making a Positive Impact

Kids create fun finger dance videos, and Recruiting for Good donates $20 to a NJ Food Pantry for every submitted video. And $20 Donut Gift Card. SANTA MONICA, CA, UNITED STATES, June 19, 2021 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Recruiting for Good (R4G) is a …

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Published on June 19, 2021 - 12:53 GMT

Celebrating 13-Year-Old NJ Boy 'Jojo' for Making a Positive Impact

Kids create fun finger dance videos, and Recruiting for Good donates $20 to a NJ Food Pantry for every submitted video. And $20 Donut Gift Card. SANTA MONICA, CA, UNITED STATES, June 19, 2021 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Recruiting for Good (R4G) is a …

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Published on June 18, 2021 - 23:58 GMT

The Battlefield Earth Invasion Continues for Father’s Day

Alien Returns to Hollywood Blvd with Copy of the 21st Century Edition of Battlefield Earth: A Saga of the Year 3000 by L. Ron Hubbard in Time for Father’s Day LOS ANGELES, CA, UNITED STATES, June 18, 2021 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Five years ago …

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Published on June 18, 2021 - 23:19 GMT

Benshines Junk Removal Is Now Offering Office Clean Outs

ARIZONA, UNITED STATES, June 18, 2021 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Ready to relocate offices? Or is it just time to get organized again? Taking on this task can seem quite overwhelming, but we are here to help! In this blog, you will learn the best tips …

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Published on June 18, 2021 - 22:49 GMT

BlackFacts.com rolls out a Black History Educational Video Series for Juneteenth.

BlackFacts.com introduces our Educational Video Series, Highlighting Key Events, Milestones and little-known Stories in Black History. BOSTON, MASSACHUSETTS, USA, June 18, 2021 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- BlackFacts.com, the Internet’s first and …

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Published on June 18, 2021 - 22:02 GMT

Cyborggainz Announces a Brand New Concept of podcasts : Weekly Roundtable Experts Discussion Live

A Bridge between a TV Show, a Podcast, and a Radio Show; Watch Live or on demand, bringing the Best of all Worlds in the broadcasting industry MONTREAL, QC, CANADA, June 18, 2021 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Cyborggainz announced a brand new type of …

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Published on June 18, 2021 - 21:43 GMT

‘The Rainy Day Zoo’ Launches on Kickstarter

BELPER, UNITED KINGDOM, June 18, 2021 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Children’s author Kobina Mensah hopes to raise £4200 to bring ‘The Rainy Day Zoo’ to life. Ghanaian author Kobina Mensah evokes the power of the imagination in this enchanting tale, …

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Published on June 18, 2021 - 20:59 GMT

Patrick Ames Evolves Lyrically Potent Blues, Funk, Soul and Folk Sound on "The Virtualistics"

The acclaimed songwriter's new album features 8 songs written during the pandemic. It's release is accompanied by the official music video for "Help People Up". NAPA VALLEY, CALIFORNIA, UNITED STATES, June 18, 2021 /⁨EINPresswire.com …

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Published on June 18, 2021 - 20:57 GMT

Ashish Bhandari Discusses Jet Engine Maintenance Program: Value and Benefits

Ashish Bhandari, Dubai resident, Discusses Jet Engine Maintenance Program: Value and Benefits DUBAI, UNITED ARAB EMIRATES, June 18, 2021 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Without powerful jet engines, airplanes won’t be able to move forward with the great …

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Published on June 18, 2021 - 20:16 GMT

Nancy Kowalik Real Estate Group Presents the Prize to the Winner of the "Picture Yourself Down The Jersey Shore"

Congratulations to Ted Adams of West Deptford, NJ, for having the winning Beach Ball Number that has won him a trip to the Jersey Shore! MULLICA HILL, NJ, UNITED STATES, June 18, 2021 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Nancy Kowalik Real Estate Group had a …

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Published on June 18, 2021 - 20:10 GMT

Female artists Janet Scudder and Emily Mason will headline Shannon's summer online fine art auction, Thursday, June 24th

Scudder succeeded as a sculptor in a field that was dominated by men. Mason worked in the Abstract Expressionist and Color Field traditions. MILFORD, CT, UNITED STATES, June 18, 2021 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Online bidding for Shannon’s summer …

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Published on June 18, 2021 - 20:05 GMT

Three Part Exposé on the Hidden Costs of the Wind Energy Industry Set to Release June 2021

La Fenêtre Magazine will be running a three-part exposé on the corruption and hidden costs embroiled in the “sustainable” wind energy industry. LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA, UNITED STATES, June 18, 2021 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- La Fenêtre- translated …

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Published on June 18, 2021 - 19:20 GMT

Be cool: Check out Explore Authors Magazine's recommended hot new books

Summer's here! Time to curl up and cool off with glass of lemonade and a new book. Check out Explore Authors Magazine's recommended hot new book releases NEW YORK, NEW YORK, UNITED STATES, June 18, 2021 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The …

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Published on June 18, 2021 - 19:06 GMT

International Awards Associate Unveils the Monumental iLuxury Awards

iLuxury Awards is a prestigious awards program that focuses on celebrating, recognizing, and promoting the best luxury goods and services all around the globe. NEW YORK, NY, UNITED STATES, June 18, 2021 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The International …

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Published on June 18, 2021 - 18:52 GMT

New Album "UPBEAT AND ABSTRACT" by John Fulford Features Members of Fishbone and Face to Face

John Fulford's signature and soaring sound hooks fans of soulful symphonic storytelling LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA, UNITED STATES , June 18, 2021 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Notable musician John Fulford, Executive Produced "UPBEAT and ABSTRACT …

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Published on June 18, 2021 - 18:07 GMT

TIME MOVES SLOW – SORRY IT’S OVER / QUIRKY & UNIQUE MUSIC VIDEO

UNITED STATES , June 18, 2021 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Meet the hottest new Socal band, Sorry It’s Over: California based alternative pop-rock band, Sorry It’s Over, have just released their newest single and debut music video titled; “Time …

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Published on June 18, 2021 - 18:02 GMT

SmartPower: It’s Juneteenth 2021 – Message Received

SmartPower Observes Nation’s Newest Holiday ARLINGTON, VIRGINA, USA, June 18, 2021 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Two years after President Abraham Lincoln issued the Emancipation Proclamation, freeing enslaved Americans, the news finally reached …

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Published on June 18, 2021 - 17:58 GMT

Viral Internet Sensation Kemar Jewel Releases Newest Project: "SOFT: A Love Letter to Black Queer Men"

The acclaimed director and choreographer’s video premieres on YouTube on Friday, June 18. PHILADELPHIA, PA, USA, June 18, 2021 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Viral internet sensation Kemar Jewel, a Black Queer director/choreographer from Jamaica and …

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