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People

Dr. Takashi Hoshizaki Receives Japan’s Order of the Rising Sun, Silver Rays

Film & TV

‘Godzilla Minus Zero’ Has World Premiere in Hollywood, Opens Nationwide Nov. 6

Education

Consul General Murota Hosts Forum on Japanese Immersion Education Programs

Events

Blessing of the Animals at Maryknoll on Nov. 7

Vox Populi

VOX POPULI: From Little Tokyo to Adelanto and Back

Film & TV

Takei Mourns the Passing of His ‘Star Trek’ Co-star

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COMMUNITY & POLITICS

Scholars to Discuss New Research About Iconic WWII-Era Photo at Nov. 7 Symposium

GLA JACL and Faith UMC at ‘No Kings’ Rally

JACL Statement on Raid of Rep. Omar’s Home

Kouraku Festival to Be Held in Celebration of 50th Anniversary

Court of Appeal Justices Hanasono, Mori on Nov. 3 Ballot

Yamasaki Seeking Re-election to Orange Unified Board

SFVHBT to Screen Documentary on Taro Higa

JACL Commemorates the Legacy of Japanese American Redress

Stop The Hate

Dave Min Signs Defaced with Anti-Asian Hate Speech

Providing Opportunities for Seniors: The Caring Cubing Community Holds Second Class

State Attorney General Releases Hate Crime Report

Sunday Vigil Commemorates Vincent Chin’s Death

You Are Not Alone: Community Services Stand Against Hate

The Occupation and Those Left Behind

Asian Resource Hub Aims to Increase Access to Vital Services

Roque Family Seeks Justice

Encounter Hate? Report It

Walk to Support Suicide Prevention: Changing Tides’ Ripple Effect

Internment and Intersectionality: George Takei Speaks

AAPI Day Against Bullying and Hate Event at JANM

MANAA Demands Apology from Shane Gillis Ahead of His Hosting ‘SNL’

Memorial Held for Victims of the 1871 Chinese Massacre

After Decades of Struggle, Asian Americans Are Enjoying Unprecedented Media Success

Bronzeville: The Rise and Fall of Little Tokyo’s Black Community

SPORTS

WNBA Finals to Have Game 7 After Atlanta Drubs Nakase’s Valkyries

‘We Just Got Beat’: Roberts, Ohtani Give Credit to Brewers After NLCS Sweep

A Master Class on the Court

At Last, Opening Day Has Arrived

EVENTS & ENTERTAINMENT

Staged Reading of Korematsu Play at JANM

Real-Life Mother and Daughter Lead Shaw’s ‘Mrs. Warren’s Profession’ at Pacific Resident Theatre 

Documentary ‘The Volunteer’ to Be Screened at GVJCI

Jinko Gotoh Named President of WIA

COLUMNISTS

IT PAYS TO KNOW: Keeping Your Mind Sharp

RETIREMENT TIPS: Q3 Market Review

IT PAYS TO KNOW: Fear Masquerading as Kindness

THROUGH THE FIRE: Immigrants in America

KEYS TO FITNESS: Looking First for Commonalities, Then Celebrating the Differences

Obituary

Larry Hiroshi Kawahara

A funeral service for Larry Hiroshi Kawahara, 79-year-old, Los Angeles, Calif.-born Sansei who passed away on October 10, 2026 in Torrance, will be held…

11/06/2026

Mariko Kodaira

Mariko Kodaira, a longtime resident of Torrance, California, and a beloved sister, mother, auntie, and true beacon of joy and inspiration, peacefully journeyed home…

11/06/2026

Marian Sachiko Naito

November 30, 1927 – August 30, 2026 Marian Sachiko Naito (November 30, 1927 -– August 30, 2026) was the daughter of Francis Miyosaku (“Camellia…

11/06/2026

Kiyoko Sakihara

Kiyoko Sakihara, a 91-year-old issei, passed away in Los Angeles on October 28, 2026. A memorial service will be held Saturday, November 14, 2026,…

11/06/2026

Joyce Michiko Takata

Joyce Michiko Takata, 57 years old, a native and resident of Los Angeles, passed away on September 25, 2026. She is survived by her…

11/06/2026