Viviana Acquaviva and Charles Liu Win American Astronomical Society Awards for Sharing the Wonders of the Universe
The Physics and Astrophysics professors are recognized for outstanding astronomy education and astronomical writing.
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Experts and elected officials discuss gambling addiction in Asian communities
The Jan. 19 discussion, held at City Hall, came at a time when the state is considering granting licenses to casino companies looking to open locations around the city such as in Citi Field and Coney Island. It was jointly organized by state senators and assembly members before they head to Albany, where formal decisions … Read more
Despite stereotypes, Asian voters care about more than education, poll shows
“The Asian American political agenda is much broader than some might assume,” one expert said.
Democrats urge House, Senate leadership to halt revival of Trump-era China Initiative
“It would be both a misallocation of resources and a backsliding for civil rights to restart the China Initiative,” a letter from Democratic lawmakers to congressional leadership said.
Statement from President Joe Biden Marking One Year Since Shootings in Monterey Park and Half Moon Bay
One year ago today, during Lunar New Year celebrations in Monterey Park, California, 11 innocent people were killed in a heinous act of gun violence that struck at the heart and soul of one of the largest Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander communities in our nation. In mere moments, friends and families gathering … Read more
New Report Uncovers Unmet Needs For At-Risk New York-Area AANHPI Communities From Harlem And Beyond
The report defined significant challenges based on surveys of more than 1,600 AANHPI individuals receiving social services from eight New York-area nonprofits.