Asian Americans

Vita Vea in Tampa Bay Buccaneers uniform, smiling (© Zach Bolinger/AP)

Meet star U.S. athletes who credit their Tongan heritage

Many Tongan American athletes are making a name for themselves in pro sports and shining a light on the their culture.
Katherine Luzuriaga in lab coat and blue rubber gloves holding pipette (Courtesy of UMass Chan Medical School)

Asian American scientists who imagined a healthier world

Discoveries of Asian American researchers have contributed to advances that treat HIV/AIDS and protect millions from viruses like COVID-19.
People performing traditional Pacific Islander dance on outdoor stage (U.S. Army/Sergeant Evan Ruchotzke)

Celebrating Asian American heritage in the U.S. [photo gallery]

Each May, the U.S. honors the contributions of Asian Americans, Native Hawaiians and Pacific Islanders. Take a look at a few celebrations.
Ke Huy Quan holding Oscar award (© Rodin Eckenroth/Getty Images)

Once a refugee, now an Oscar winner

Decades after arriving in the U.S. as a refugee, Ke Huy Quan won film's highest honor. Learn more about a story that is inspiring others.
Police officers lining up to order food at food cart (© Alexi Rosenfeld/Getty Images)

Halal food sees big gains in U.S. restaurant market

In U.S. restaurants, halal food is going mainstream and being served by chefs offering diverse cuisine as well as at fast-food places.
Two women on baseball field smiling (© Joseph Guzy/Miami Marlins)

Changing the game: U.S. women in sports management

Several women are working in senior management positions for major U.S. sports franchises historically dominated by men.
Uzra Zeya speaking with several people (State Dept.)

Celebrating Losar at the State Department

The State Department's annual celebration of Losar, the Tibetian New Year, featured traditional food, music and decorations.
People in street with giant dragon puppet (© Katherine Frey/The Washington Post/Getty Images)

Americans celebrate the Lunar New Year [photo gallery]

Americans will celebrate the Lunar New Year with festivals, parades and visits to temples while also volunteering and preparing special food.
Man on his knees praying in temple as shaft of light comes in window (© Richard Vogel/AP)

Asian Americans mark Lunar New Year in new ways

Millions of Asian Americans will celebrate the Lunar New Year with an American spin but will still hold on to traditional values.