Klaudia Kovács’ Cannes awards-winning film, BROWN PAPER BAG, will have its next festival screening at the California International Children’s Film Festival this April.
The short won the “Best Directing” award at the International Cell
Phone Cinema Showcase in Cannes, France, and also received the “Jury’s Special Mention” at the Artisan Festival International Peace Initiative Cannes in 2022.
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Enter the Worlds of Tomorrow: Exploring the Booming Genre of Sci-Fi Writing and Imagining Alternative Realities
A growing number of diverse writers around the world, including in the United States, are using fiction genres such as speculative, science, and fantasy to explore complex issues such as climate change, colonialism, globalization, violence against women, inequality, and other pressing concerns.
A ‘nation of immigrants’ should identify with migrants’ plight and human dignity, says Boston cardinal
A political climate hostile to the needs and existence of immigrants is not only morally wrong, it also weakens the structures of democratic governments, said Cardinal Seán P. O’Malley of Boston.
“As a nation of immigrants, we should seek a sense of identification with other immigrants trying to enter the country,” Cardinal O’Malley reminded his audience March 22 in delivering the James H. Provost Lecture at The Catholic University of America in Washington.
President’s Budget Proposal: A Closer Look at Investments in Health, Education, and Social Security and Key Issues at Stake in Looming Budget Wars
President Biden’s proposed budget has set the stage for a political showdown between Democrats and Republicans in the lead-up to the 2024 Presidential elections. The budget includes ambitious spending plans, such as repealing Trump’s tax cuts for the wealthy, increasing corporate tax rates to fund Medicaid and Medicare, and other programs focusing on the environment, education, and deficit reduction.
Two years after Atlanta spa shootings, Stop AAPI Hate demands action against rising anti-Asian hate
On the second anniversary of the Atlanta Spa Shootings, Stop AAPI Hate, a coalition fighting against anti-Asian hate, has issued a statement expressing their deep concern over the alarming levels of anti-Asian hate that still exist in the country. The co-founder of Stop AAPI Hate, Cynthia Choi, recalled the fear and danger that their communities, families, and loved ones were in when they first heard the news of the shootings.
How St. Patrick’s Day Unites America: From Obama’s Irish Roots to Irish-American Contributions
St. Patrick’s Day is a globally celebrated holiday that has significant cultural and social importance in the United States. It is an occasion to celebrate Irish heritage and culture, featuring parades, festivals, and other exciting events. One remarkable aspect of St. Patrick’s Day’s relevance in America is that it serves as a reminder of the shared humanity that unites us, regardless of our color or race. This is evident in the fact that even the first black president of the United States, Barack Obama, has Irish ancestry.
Breaking Barriers: How ‘Everything Everywhere All at Once’ Paved the Way for Asian Representation in Hollywood
The impact of Asian representation at the 95th Oscars was significant for the Asian-American community both nationally and in Minnesota. The success of “Everything Everywhere All at Once” and the recognition of Asian actors, such as Ke Huy Quan and Michelle Yeoh, marked a significant advancement in Asian representation in Hollywood.
FTC Report: Scammers Cost Americans $8.8 Billion in 2022, with Immigrants Being a Major Target – Tips for Self-Protection
The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) recently released its annual report on consumer fraud in 2022. The report highlights significant increases in the amount of money lost to scams, particularly in the areas of investment and business fraud. Bank transfers and cryptocurrency payments were commonly used to perpetrate these scams. Interestingly, the report also shows that phone-based scams continue to be prevalent, despite the growing popularity of social media. Additionally, the FTC has launched a new multi-lingual platform to assist consumers in overcoming language barriers and reporting scams.
Transforming Lives: California’s College Corps Program Helps Students Achieve Goals Through Community Service Work
Governor Gavin Newsom’s #CaliforniansForAll College Corps program launched a year ago, provides more than 3,000 college students with the opportunity to earn up to $10,000 towards their education in exchange for community service work. The program has been transformative for both students and the organizations where they work. Students report that finding purpose is a powerful motivator during a time of rising rates of depression, anxiety, financial stress, and uncertainty.
Experts Discuss Severe Storms in California and Essential Preparations for Vulnerable Populations
Ethnic Media Services and California Black Media, in partnership with Listos California, are holding a series of statewide ethnic media briefings to keep California’s vulnerable populations informed about the severe storms forecasted across the state. The briefings will provide essential information and resources to ensure the safety of Californians and direct disaster survivors to find support.