A unique cinematic experience is coming to Philadelphia as the University of Pennsylvania’s Lauder Institute, Center for Africana Studies, and Penn Global Documentary Institute present “African Narratives,” a film series celebrating African stories and voices. Scheduled for November 13, 2024, at The Rotunda on Walnut Street, the evening will featureContinue Reading
Kurt M. Campbell, recently sworn in as the 22nd U.S. Deputy Secretary of State, will visit Philadelphia on Friday, November 1, to discuss the Biden administration’s foreign policy priorities. The one-hour event, hosted by Perry World House at the University of Pennsylvania, offers a rare opportunity to hear from aContinue Reading
Yesterday in Philadelphia, U.S. Senator Mazie Hirono and Congresswoman Judy Chu joined more than 50 Asian American small business owners and community leaders for an event hosted by Pennsylvania Democrats and Team Harris-Walz. The gathering, held at the Crane Community Center in Chinatown, highlighted Vice President Harris’ vision for supportingContinue Reading
The 7th Annual Upper Darby International Festival took place on October 5, 2024, despite being rescheduled due to rain. Mayor Ed Brown expressed his excitement on social media, emphasizing the celebration of the township’s rich cultural diversity. Upper Darby, Pennsylvania’s sixth-largest municipality, showcased its diverse community with live performances, foodContinue Reading
Last Friday morning I visited Mr. Wish’s Upper Darby branch, located on the second floor of the bustling Asian grocery supermarket ‘Hmart’. Even at this early hour, the store’s co-owner, Robert, was already busy preparing for the lunch rush. As noon approached, foot traffic increased, with customers flocking to theContinue Reading