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Report finds hate against South Asians in U.S. rising
A new report published by Stop AAPI Hate shows a recent rise in hate and discrimination against South Asian Americans. The nonprofit organization found that 75% of anti-Asian online threats in ...Top stories - CBS News - October 18 -
South Asian Americans feel grief and lasting pride as they contend with Harris' loss
After feeling like they were on the precipice of history, many South Asian Americans say they’re heartbroken following Vice President Kamala Harris’ loss in the 2024 presidential race, but are ...Top stories - NBC News - 2 days ago -
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Diwali celebrations go mainstream across the U.S. as South Asians mark the Festival of Lights
The Indian Festival of Lights is now celebrated at the White House and in schools across 26 states. Shanelle Kaul shows how a new generation of South Asian Americans is spotlighting Diwali.Top stories - CBS News - October 30 -
Has America lost its shame?
The brazenness of US politicians in the face of scandals is a defining feature of the eraBusiness - Financial Times - October 16 -
Musk gives $75mn boost to Trump’s presidential run
World’s richest man aims to sway outcome of November election with donationBusiness - Financial Times - October 16 -
Pound falls as UK inflation declines more than expected to 1.7%
First reading below Bank of England’s target in 3 years opens door to more rate cuts this yearBusiness - Financial Times - October 16 -
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Trump focuses on Latino, Asian voters in appearance at Nevada
Former President Donald Trump is in Clark County, Nevada, to encourage early voting for Asian and Latino voters. NBC News' David Noriega reports on how the Trump campaign plans to reach key ...Politics - NBC News - October 25 -
Lung cancer on the rise in nonsmoking Asian women
While lung cancer rates have been declining for decades, it's still the deadliest form of cancer. Each year, more people die of lung cancer than of colon, breast and prostate cancers combined. ...Top stories - CBS News - October 28 -
Violence-hit Pakistan locks down its capital for an Asian security meeting
Pakistani authorities have locked down the capital in a major security move as senior officials from several nations arrive for an Asian security group meetingWorld - ABC News - October 15 -
Harris rolls out economic ads for Asian American voters
The Harris campaign is rolling out an ad featuring Asian American voters in Nevada supporting Vice President Harris's economic platform. The ad is seen as a concerted effort to mobilize the key ...Politics - The Hill - October 15 -
Moscow and Beijing announce further cooperation during international group meeting in Pakistan
Leaders and top officials from an international group founded to counter Western alliances have met in Pakistan’s capital, with Moscow and Beijing announcing they will boost cooperationWorld - ABC News - October 16 -
Asian American evangelicals’ theology is conservative. But that doesn’t mean they vote that way.
Pastors and leaders in the Asian American Christian community say younger evangelicals are moving away from their parents’ and grandparents’ loyalty to the Republican Party.Top stories - NBC News - October 17 -
Trump to headline event targeting Asian American voters in Nevada
As part of his efforts leading up to Election Day, on Thursday former President Donald Trump will be addressing the AAPI community at a Nevada event with Vivek Ramaswami and Tulsi GabbardTop stories - NBC News - October 23 -
Harris zeroes in on Asian American voters in campaign's final stretch
Vice President Harris is zeroing in on specific communities of Asian American voters in key swing states as she looks to turn out every voter she can in what is expected to be an incredibly close ...Politics - The Hill - October 26 -
Central Asians edge into a brave new world on Russia’s doorstep
The region’s five states are increasingly standing up for themselves on matters of language, history and identityWorld - Financial Times - October 27 -
Push for black and Asian soldiers’ input in world wars to be taught in UK schools
Exclusive: Awareness of contribution of black and Asian soldiers could help tackle racism, say leading minority ethnic voices. Politicians and community leaders are calling for the history of ...World - The Guardian - October 30 -
Trump wins South Carolina
Former President Trump will win South Carolina’s presidential contest, according to a projection from Decision Desk HQ, positioning him to claim the state’s nine electoral votes. Trump’s win ...Politics - The Hill - 3 days ago -
Trump wins South Dakota
Former President Trump has won South Dakota in the 2024 presidential election, according to a projection from Decision Desk HQ. A ruby-red state, South Dakota turned out in support of the ...Politics - The Hill - 3 days ago -
Asian semiconductor stocks rise after shares of AI chip darling Nvidia hit a record high
Nvidia's gains in share price lifted its market value to top $3.4 trillion, unseating Microsoft as the second most valuable company on Wall Street.Business - CNBC - October 15 -
How a communist from the Tata family became one of Britain's first Asian MPs
Shapurji Saklatvala, who was a communist, fought for India's freedom in the UK in the 1900s.Top stories - BBC News - October 20 -
Younger Asian American women had the second-lowest breast cancer rate. Why they’re now No. 1.
Since 2000, breast cancer among AAPI women under 50 has increased by 50%, more than 2% every year since 2012, according to a new report from the American Cancer Society.Top stories - NBC News - October 20 -
Asian American boba brand finds opportunity after Simu Liu sparks cultural appropriation debate
The owners of boba milk tea brand Twrl have a chance to pitch a pretty well-known investor, actor Simu LiuEntertainment - ABC News - October 22 -
Here’s Why Simu Liu Might Back an Asian American Boba Tea Brand
The founders of Twrl failed to get on ‘Shark Tank’ three times, but got the actor-investor’s attention with a TikTok supporting his views on cultural appropriation.Business - Inc. - October 22 -
Trump invokes economy, public safety and 'China virus' during Asian American rally in Vegas
At his first campaign rally targeting the Asian American and Pacific Islander community this election cycle, former President Donald Trump took the stage Thursday evening in Las Vegas with a speech ...Top stories - NBC News - October 25 -
Rising lung cancer rates in Asian women who don't smoke worry experts
Of the Asian women diagnosed with lung cancer, 57% are nonsmokers, according to a study. For all others, only 15% of the women diagnosed had no history of smoking.Top stories - CBS News - October 28 -
Andy Kim hopes for a 'new era' as N.J.'s first Asian American senator
Democratic Rep. Andy Kim has defeated challenger Curtis Bashaw after a historic New Jersey Senate race. The win makes Kim the state’s first Asian American senator.Top stories - NBC News - 3 days ago -
Trump Flipped Hispanic South Texas
Donald J. Trump’s biggest gains were along the Texas border, a Democratic stronghold where most voters are Hispanic. He won 12 of the region’s 14 counties, up from five in 2016.Top stories - The New York Times - Yesterday -
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South Africa’s ‘second miracle’ coalition fights to endure
Unity government led by ANC and Democratic Alliance works to resolve tensions as it passes 100-day milestoneBusiness - Financial Times - October 16 -
"South Pacific" star Mitzi Gaynor dead at 93
The singer, dancer and actress wowed audiences in movies, on TV, and in Vegas for nearly eight decades.Top stories - CBS News - October 17
