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Senate OKs bill to fight hate crimes against Asian Americans

WASHINGTON (AP) — The Senate on Thursday passed a bill that would help combat the rise of hate crimes against Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders, a bipartisan denunciation of such violence during the coronavirus pandemic and a modest step toward …

Split decision for Trump-backed candidates in Georgia. Updates

10:29 pm CT June 16, 2026Share this update Oklahoma minimum wage raise initiative defeated James Powel Oklahoma State Question 832, which would have raised the minimum wage in the state, was defeated at the polls. Decision Desk HQ called the defeat at 9:23 …

Split decision for Trump-backed candidates in Georgia: Election updates

10:41 pm ETShare this update Trump-backed Moore beats Hudson in Alabama GOP Senate runoff Terry Collins Alabama U.S. Rep. Barry Moore has beaten Jared Hudson in a GOP Senate runoff race that very well likely will decide Alabama’s next senator, the …

Split decision for Trump-backed candidates in Georgia

11:29 pm ET June 16, 2026Share this update Oklahoma minimum wage raise initiative defeated James Powel Oklahoma State Question 832, which would have raised the minimum wage in the state, was defeated at the polls. Decision Desk HQ called the defeat at 9:23 …

Split decision for Trump-backed candidates in Georgia

10:29 pm CT June 16, 2026Share this update Oklahoma minimum wage raise initiative defeated James Powel Oklahoma State Question 832, which would have raised the minimum wage in the state, was defeated at the polls. Decision Desk HQ called the defeat at 9:23 …

Split decision for Trump-backed candidates in Georgia

11:29 pm ET June 16, 2026Share this update Oklahoma minimum wage raise initiative defeated James Powel Oklahoma State Question 832, which would have raised the minimum wage in the state, was defeated at the polls. Decision Desk HQ called the defeat at 9:23 …

Nirav Shah Leads Maine Democratic Primary For Governor

Originally published on AsAmNews. Nirav Shah is in a ranked-choice runoff for the Democratic nomination for governor in Maine. With 86% of the vote counted, the former director of the Maine Center for Disease Control and Prevention leads 26.9% – 23.2% over …

Houston Shines at James Beard Awards 2026

Houston sent some of its best chefs and restaurateurs to Chicago last night for the James Beard Awards 2026 at the Lyric Opera. The annual event shines a light on the hospitality industry’s best professionals. Named for chef and cookbook author, the late …

With “Bound,” Opera Maine celebrates Maine’s Asian-American community and culture

AANHPI Heritage Month: Celebrating Asian Americans, Native Hawaiians and Pacific Islanders

AANHPI Heritage Month: Celebrating Asian Americans, Native Hawaiians and Pacific Islanders OTHER CULTURES. NEWS EIGHT’S MICHAEL FULLER TAKES US TO CHINESE CULTURE CLUB. YEAH, JERRY AND LORI ORIGINALLY STARTED FOUR YEARS AGO TO GIVE STUDENTS WITH ASIAN …

Asian Americans in Maine

The Asian American and Pacific Islander (AAPI) population in Maine is currently more than 26,000 and growing. People in Maine who were born in Asia are the largest racial immigrant population in Maine. For AAPI Heritage Month, we learn about the different …

5 Indian-origin people in race for key US offices—LA Mayor to Maine Governor

New Delhi: From a Kerala-born city councillor bidding to lead Los Angeles to a Bengali-American challenger hoping to inherit Nancy Pelosi’s congressional seat, Indian-Americans are mounting some of the most ambitious electoral campaigns in the US this year …

Breaking Bread, Building Bridges: Portland event fosters Jewish-Asian solidarity

By Elias Taye Inside the bustling hall of the Jewish Community Alliance (JCA) of Southern Maine, the atmosphere on May 28 was electric with warmth, shared stories, and deep community kinship. More than 150 people gathered in Portland for the second annual …

Andrea Louie's path to publication

Andrea Louie and her cousins grew up knowing that their grandmother was named U.S. Mother of the Year in 1952. But she never thought about what that term meant, except for a national award. In December 2025, Louie, a Michigan State University professor and …

After years of secrecy, R.I. makes car accident data public

Making crash data public The state Department of Transportation collects data on traffic accidents for Rhode Island’s 39 cities and towns, but for years it has refused to make that information public, claiming federal law prohibits “the discovery of crash …

9 dance events to attend this summer

This summer, step outside the routine of daily life and experience a transformation through dance. In Boston and around New England, dance troupes will stage performances that consider the world through a different lens, from an adaptation of the “Firebird …

A Campaign For Generational Change Comes To This Democratic District In California

Rep. Doris Matsui (D-Calif.) and Sacramento City Councilmember Mai Vang will advance to the November general election after placing in the top two following California’s June 2 primary elections. An 11-term incumbent who succeeded her late husband, Robert …

A SEAFest across the sea brings Mainers together 

By Raymond P. Diamond May 2 marked 2026’s annual SEAFest (Southeast Asian Heritage Festival), held at Westbrook’s Riverbank Park. Despite a rainy, downcast day, over 700 people, representing the state’s wide diversity, attended over the course of the seven …

Pride Month is really nothing to fear

Let us read it for you. Listen now. Your browser does not support the audio element. My mama always told me I came out of the womb worrying (and two weeks early, spoiling her plan for a baby in each week of January, so yeah, I'm impatient too). It …

Simones Cleaning Pty Ltd Wins 2026 Quality Business Award for Best Office Cleaning Service in Melton, VIC

MELTON, VIC, AUSTRALIA, June 18, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Quality Business Awards proudly announce that Simones Cleaning Pty Ltd has been selected as the recipient of the 2026 Quality Business Award for Best Office Cleaning Service in Melton, …

Influential Women Launches Masterclass on Communication, Leadership, and the Conversations We Avoid

Lorilyn B. Alden shares a practical framework for improving relationships, workplace culture, and organizational effectiveness. ST. PETERSBURG, FL, UNITED STATES, June 17, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Influential Women recently launched The …

Pro Sims Golf Simulation Brings Custom Indoor Golf Experiences to Homes and Entertainment Spaces Across Colorado

Castle Rock-based company helps homeowners create personalized golf simulator environments designed for practice, entertainment, and year-round play. CASTLE ROCK, CO, UNITED STATES, June 17, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Pro Sims Golf Simulation …

Brian Kastan Releases Groovy Improvisational Funk Rock Album FUN GROOVE

ASHEVILLE, NC, UNITED STATES, June 17, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Brian Kastan’s new album Fun Groove consists of 9 fun new songs. Fun Groove is an album of groove tunes with rock and funk drum grooves. The album features Dave Berger on drums and …

Manchester City’s ANTOINE SEMENYO UNVEILS AFCON-INSPIRED WORLD CUP Digital artwork TO CELEBRATE HERITAGE

Semenyo merges Kente aesthetics and AFCON street culture, bringing West African identity to the world stage LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM, June 17, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- As the group stage of the FIFA World Cup intensifies, Ghana national team …

Vanuza Henrique Model: From IMC Models Academy to Walking for Agatha Ruiz de la Prada

After training at IMC Models Academy, young Portuguese model Vanuza Henrique was selected to walk Agatha Ruiz de la Prada at The House of Fashion. CA, UNITED STATES, June 17, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Vanuza Henrique, a 10-year-old …

Concierge Auctions Announces June Auctions: Over US$130M of Marquee Properties

Top luxury markets spanning North America and Europe lead the lineup NEW YORK, NY, UNITED STATES, June 17, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Concierge Auctions presents over US$130 million in marquee properties as part of its June auction lineup. The …

American Booksellers for Free Expression (ABFE) is now a 501(c)(3) nonprofit

This nonprofit will be dedicated to protecting the right to read, promoting free expression, and supporting diversity in literature and bookselling. HARRISON, NY, UNITED STATES, June 17, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- This new nonprofit will be …

Santiago Saramago Model Selected for Paris Fashion Week Following The House of Fashion

From The House of Fashion to Paris Fashion Week, Santiago Saramago continues to establish himself as a rising talent on the international fashion stage. FLORIDA, FL, UNITED STATES, June 17, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Santiago Saramago, a young …

Body By Ravi Plastic Surgery & Aesthetics and RISE Med Spa Celebrate Successful Grand Opening at New Houston Location

HOUSTON, TX, UNITED STATES, June 17, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Body By Ravi Plastic Surgery & Aesthetics and RISE Med Spa are proud to announce the successful grand opening of their new Houston location. This marks a major milestone for the …

Move Over, Silicon Valley: Marco Antonio Soriano Unveils the Future of EV, AI, and Italian Luxury in NYC

NEW YORK, NY, UNITED STATES, June 17, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Move Over, Silicon Valley: Marco Antonio Soriano Unveils the Future of EV, AI, and Italian Luxury in NYC The tech world has a new architect of the future. Blending the relentless, …

Dr. Magdalena J. Fosse, Relationship Expert, Says Healthy Relationships Require Mutual Care, Not Emotional Burnout

Recognition of Low Vibrational Relationships is becoming more common. People must learn to recognize when a connection becomes emotionally draining, says Fosse LOS ANGELES, CA, UNITED STATES, June 17, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- As the term …

Citizens Life Group Launches Free Life Settlement Calculator for Seniors

The Orlando brokerage's new online tool gives policyholders an instant, no-obligation eligibility estimate in four questions, with no email required. ORLANDO, FL, UNITED STATES, June 17, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Citizens Life Group, a licensed …

Be Peru DMC Unveils The Top Peruvian Destinations For The Upcoming Summer Travel Season

From the misty peaks of Machu Picchu to the culinary corridors of Lima, the trusted destination management company highlights must-visit locales for mid-2026. LIMA, LIMA, PERU, June 17, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- As global travelers finalize …

RED MEAT LOVERS CLUB ANNOUNCES SUMMER 2026 EVENT SERIES

South Florida's Premier Culinary Networking Club Returns with Three Exclusive Takeover Events Benefiting Local Charities BOCA RATON, FL, UNITED STATES, June 17, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Red Meat Lovers Club (RMLC), the private dining …

NYF Announces HeimatTBWA\ Berlin, Agency of the Year, VML Agency Network of the Year, HORNBACH Awarded Brand of the Year

Spotlight on Grabarz & Partner, Winner of the LTX Competition Gold Tower, and Klick Health, Recipient of the 2026 Cristal Village Award NEW YORK, NY, UNITED STATES, June 17, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- New York Festivals Advertising Awards ( …

Garden Media Group Shares Ten Gift Ideas for Father’s Day- No Assembly Required

Thoughtful Gifts for the Earth-Loving Dad PHILADELPHIA, PA, UNITED STATES, June 17, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Turn Dad into a Plant Pro Give Dad a gift that makes him look like a houseplant pro, no experience needed! A subscription to Planta …

Arab America Foundation Announces 40 Under 40 Awardees--Class of 2026

The 2026 Class of 40 Under 40 represents the Talent, Vision, and Leadership Shaping the Future of Arab America WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, June 17, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Arab America Foundation announced today the awardees of its 40 Under 40 …

ArrowHeart Foundation Summer Program Gives Teens the Opportunity to Volunteer in the Community

RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CA, UNITED STATES, June 17, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- This summer, 16 teens have enrolled in the ArrowHeart Summer Volunteer Program, with additional participants expected throughout the season. Through the program, students gain hands …

High School Entrepreneurs at Léman Manhattan Preparatory School Use AI to Build Real-World Ventures

NEW YORK, NY, UNITED STATES, June 17, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- At Léman Manhattan Preparatory School, high school students are not waiting for the future of artificial intelligence to arrive. They are already using it to build businesses …