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More than 130 libraries across three states are launching the West Coast's largest book club to celebrate Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander Heritage Month. The groundbreaking collaboration brings communities together through George Takei's powerful memoir about Japanese American incarceration.
After 700 years of quarrying granite, Japan's Mount Tsukuba region is transforming its struggling stone industry into a cultural heritage experience. Creative tours and playful products are helping locals rediscover pride in the granite that built Tokyo Station.
The Obama Presidential Center welcomed hundreds to a traditional Native American dance celebration Saturday, featuring Indigenous performers from Chicago-area tribes. The hourlong cultural showcase invited the community to participate in honoring Indigenous heritage.
A family-owned Japanese sweets shop in Los Angeles has been serving handmade mochi for 123 years, making it America's oldest Japanese-American business. After surviving World War II, internment, and generations of racism, Fugetsu-Do just landed a spot at one of LA's biggest food events alongside Michelin-star chefs.
Northeastern Oklahoma A&M College celebrated 27 Native American students with a special pinning ceremony recognizing both their academic achievement and cultural heritage. The tradition honors students as they transition to their next chapter with pride in their tribal roots.
Just 18 months after launching, Sonoma State's AANHPI Student Achievement Program is already transforming campus life for Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander students. The program connects heritage with education through mentorship, weekly gatherings, and real-world learning opportunities.
Northeastern Oklahoma A&M College celebrated 27 Native American students at its annual NASA Pinning Ceremony, recognizing their academic achievement and cultural pride. The meaningful tradition marks their transition to new opportunities while honoring their tribal heritage.
American Airlines is building a 17,400-square-foot lounge in Nashville that celebrates the city's music heritage and natural beauty. The new space will triple the size of the current lounge and give travelers room to breathe in style.
An Eastern European immigrant asked Americans to explain their famous friendliness. The wholesome responses reveal what makes American culture uniquely welcoming.
Native American communities gathered in Montana to celebrate the 150th anniversary of their historic victory at the Battle of Little Bighorn. Horse rides, traditional dances, and battle reenactments brought generations together to preserve their oral history and honor their ancestors.
A 1,000-year-old Buddhist temple in southern Thailand just earned UNESCO World Heritage status, becoming the country's ninth protected site and the first in its southern region. The recognition celebrates a sacred place where cultures from India, Java, Sri Lanka, and Myanmar merged to create something extraordinary.
Uttar Pradesh Tourism launched two campaigns asking people to share photos and stories of forgotten monuments and family treasures. The initiative transforms ordinary citizens into heritage documentarians ahead of World Heritage Day.
Two new professional American football leagues are launching in Europe this spring, backed by major investors who believe local fans are finally ready for homegrown gridiron action. After decades of false starts, organizers say the secret is focusing on European players instead of importing American talent.
A California community college is bringing centuries of Japanese artistic mastery to its students and neighbors, from Hokusai's iconic Great Wave to contemporary printmakers. The rare exhibition opens a window into the evolution of Japanese woodblock printing while supporting student artists.
A new Japanese app called VoiSona is making music creation simple and affordable for bedroom composers worldwide. For less than $6 a month, users can create songs using AI-powered virtual singers with authentic Japanese aesthetics.
Ronal Longa ran the fastest 100 meters in South American history, clocking 9.85 seconds in front of his home crowd in Medellín. His stunning performance launched Colombia to a seven-medal night at the inaugural Pan American Athletics Championship.
A 19-year-old Japanese tourist attended one NFL game in Oakland in 2018, knew nothing about football, and decided on the spot to become an NFL kicker. Seven years later, after teaching himself to kick using YouTube videos and practicing alone at night in a Tokyo park, Kansei Matsuzawa just finished an All-American season at the University of Hawai'i.
A Japanese shoemaker is turning traditional green tea into footwear that naturally fights germs. The sandals combine centuries-old craftsmanship with modern science for healthier, stylish feet.
A spirited group of 40 young Japanese-Australian cheerleaders are bringing their chants and performances to support Team Japan at Saturday's Women's Asian Cup final in Sydney. Despite being vastly outnumbered by Matildas fans, the Sydney Sakura Kids Cheerleaders want their team to know they have hometown support.
A new Canadian law now recognizes potentially millions of Americans as citizens if they have Canadian grandparents. Immigration lawyers report being flooded with applications since the December law took effect.
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