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.
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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.
Lack of Diversity in International Feature Film Oscar Nominations: Examining Cultural Biases and the Film Industry
The NPR article “And the Oscar for best international film rarely goes to…” sheds light on the lack of diversity in the nominees and winners of the “international feature film” category at the Academy Awards.
USCIS Offers Comprehensive Guidance on Noncitizen Entrepreneur Pathways to Work in the United States
The U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services has recently expanded its online resources on uscis.gov to provide an overview of the temporary and permanent pathways available for noncitizen entrepreneurs seeking to work in the United States.
Department of Homeland Security Extends Temporary Protected Status for Somalia through September 2024
The Department of Homeland Security has announced that Somalia will be extended for Temporary Protected Status (TPS) for 18 months from March 18, 2023, through September 17, 2024. This means that individuals who meet the eligibility requirements for TPS may be able to stay in the United States without fear of deportation and apply for work authorization during this period.
Masks or No Masks? Are We Done With Masks?
A recent study from the Cochrane Collaboration, a highly respected independent nonprofit medical research organization, casts doubt on the efficacy of N95 masks and P2 respirators as safeguards against COVID-19 infections. According to the researchers, wearing a mask may make little to no difference in how many people catch flu-like illnesses or COVID-like illnesses, based on their review of 10 studies.
Chris Rock Labels Will Smith’s Slap as ‘Selective Outrage’: Male Chivalry or Not? An Exploration of Immigrant Perspectives
At the 94th Academy Awards, Will Smith found himself at the center of controversy when Chris Rock made a joke about Jada Pinkett Smith’s hair while she was in the audience. The joke was a reference to Pinkett Smith’s decision to shave her head due to her battle with alopecia. Will Smith, who was also in the audience, took offense to the joke and got up from his seat to approach the stage where Rock was hosting and gave him a hard slap on the jaw. Rock appeared to be taken aback by the slap but then laughed it off and continued with the show.
Sandy Close, Founder of Ethnic Media Services Honored at CNPA’s CAPCon 2023 for Advocating for Diverse Communities
At CNPA’s CapCon 2023, Alexandra Close, fondly known as Sandy, was honored with a journalism award for her tireless work as the founder of Ethnic Media Services. For decades, Sandy has been a champion for ethnic media and their crucial role in serving their communities on pressing issues such as disparities, immigration, healthcare access, and hate.