The AAPI Angle

maryland based student-run journal

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JOIN THE AAPI ANGLE!!!

Are you an Asian-American student who's passionate about journalism, civic engagement, or politics?

If so, come write for The AAPI Angle, a youth-oriented online newspaper that's devoted to providing the latest AAPI news in an unbiased lens.

You'll garner experience in storytelling, journalism, and interviewing skills, all while working with your AAPI peers.

Fill out the application form if you're interested here: https://forms.gle/kC4ihBYR37w9imTW8.

We're based in Clarksville, Maryland, but we invite anyone to apply, and to check out our website at https://theaapiangle.com/. Thank you!

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there is a LOT going on right now and also a lot of misinformation going on. if you find following the news too overwhelming but still want to keep up with what is going on, here is the first three days of the west asia conflict summarized with sources

Conflict in the Middle East: The First Three Days

This article was written by Melinda Liu. Day One, February 28 – 1:15 am ET: US Central Command announces via X (formerly Twitter) that Ameri

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i love Japanese culture, don’t you? if you also do, come read our latest article about the cyberpunk genre and why it’s so interesting. i promise you, it’s super entertaining.

Neon, Fear, and the Future: Why Cyberpunk Looks Like Japan

This article was written by Melinda Liu. The basis of the cyberpunk literary genre is oppressive megacorporations and advanced yet dystopian

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trump just recently released his administration’s national security strategy. it included his foreign policy with asia, including economic policy with china, relationships with the indo-pacific and the gulf states.

read more:

America’s 2025 National Security Strategy: Beijing, the Indo-Pacific, and the Gulf States

This article was written by Hansen Zhang. In the midst of the Trump administration’s release of the United States’ National Security Strateg

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during the recent gov shutdown everyone was talking about SNAP cuts. but no one ever talked about how they affected asian americans. too long have we been underreported.

The Hidden Hunger: How the SNAP Crisis Exposes Food Security Among Asian Americans

This article was written by Melinda Liu. Editor’s Note: This article was written during the October-November 2025 government shutdown, but f

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the Hong Kong fires recently have been so terrible and devastating. but it’s imperative during times of crisis we stay informed and look to prevent them from ever happening again. read our latest article abt the fires.

Hong Kong Ablaze: A City Confronts Chaos

The late-afternoon sky over the Tai Po neighborhood in Hong Kong blazed an ominous canvas of orange and black as fire raged through eight bl

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in need of some good news? please give our newest articles on local asian american politicians running for office a quick read

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stay informed on the ongoings of trump's cabinet with our new article about mehmet oz, current Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services administrator

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No Kings 2.0, October 18, 2025

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A Short Introduction to WeChat

In our last article on the Chinese monolith, we dived into what WeChat is about, its history, and how Chinese-Americans transcend borders to take advantage of the plethora of content, messaging services, and mini-apps on the app. But how do you actually use WeChat? Read more at our introductory guide to WeChat, found on our website: https://tinyurl.com/a-short-intro-to-wechat.

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Happy Mid-Autumn Festival! Origins and Modern Celebrations of the Mooncake Holiday

The Mid-Autumn Festival (中秋节) is a traditional Chinese holiday that is celebrated on the 15th day of the 8th month of the Chinese lunisolar calendar (colloquially known as the lunar calendar). On the Gregorian calendar, the Mid-Autumn Festival typically falls in September or October. In 2025, the Mid-Autumn Festival is today, on October 6. We wish our followers a very happy Mid-Autumn Festival to those who celebrate!

If you want to read more about the special Chinese holiday, check out the article on our website: https://tinyurl.com/happy-mid-autumn-festival.

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Episode 4: "Data, Demons, and Deep State Battles: TikTok, Nvidia, KPop Demon Hunters, and Kash Patel

We are pleased to announce the release of the fourth episode of our podcast, The AAPI Angle: On Air. It's entitled "Data, Demons, and Deep State Battles: TikTok, Nvidia, KPop Demon Hunters, and Kash Patel."

The episode touches on the relationships TikTok and Nvidia maintain with China and the US, the cultural phenomenon behind the hit film Kpop Demon Hunters, and the journey of current FBI Director Kash Patel.

It's out on all your favorite streaming platforms, and you can access the episode here on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/4Ec3ERAlRNzTsM2tWqULI8.

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Jensen Huang’s Tightrope: How Nvidia Balances Between China and the U.S.

Few companies embody the stakes of the geopolitical rivalry between Washington, D.C. and Beijing quite like Nvidia. The chipmaker, which became the world’s first public company worth $4 trillion USD in July, has seen unprecedented growth that comes with the recent rise of artificial intelligence. Nvidia’s aptitude for creating powerful performance chips for AI systems has propelled the company and its mastermind and CEO Jensen Huang to the highest echelons of Silicon Valley.

Yet, it's finding itself in the crossfire of rising technological tensions between the US and China.

Read the article here, by our journalist Hansen Zhang: https://tinyurl.com/jensen-huang-and-nvidia

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Funding Cuts and Unfair Persecution: Why the US is Seeing a Mass Exodus of Top Researchers

In a groundbreaking move that signals a new era for data science in China, renowned mathematician Liu Jun has left the halls of Harvard for the esteemed Tsinghua University.

But why has yet another skilled and renowned scientist left the US for China? Liu is not an isolated case. The last several months of President Trump’s second term have seen numerous Chinese-American scientists leaving the US to return to China.

To learn more, read the article here: tinyurl.com/usresearcherexodus

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Patel has been a deeply polarizing figure. He was confirmed by a narrow vote of 51 senators in favor and 49 against, and has attracted attention from Americans of all stripes, for better or for worse. Some have praised the Indian-American as a firebrand and fighter. In contrast, others have heaped criticism on Patel for his relative inexperience. So how did Patel get here? How did he find himself heading one of the most powerful American organizations? What has he done as FBI director? Let’s dive in. Read the story here by our journalist John Gao: https://tinyurl.com/kashpatelarticle

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TikTok, Then to Today: TikTok’s History and the Latest Deal

TikTok has become thoroughly embedded in daily life. From students filming short dances in high school locker rooms to adults scrolling videos while in public transit, the social media app is now a household name. Despite this, the app has only been around for eight years. Our journalist Eileen Wu dives into the complex relationship TikTok has with both China and the United States, and what's going to change very, very soon. Read the article here: Tiktok, Then to Today: Tiktok's History and Latest Deal

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A Golden Moment for Asian-American Pop Culture Representation: KPop Demon Hunters

With well-done visuals and stunning music, KPop Demon Hunters burst onto the movie scene a few months ago to instant fame. It has since broken the record for most watched Netflix movie with over 266 million views (https://screenrant.com/kpop-demon-hunters-266-million-viewership-milestone-streaming-charts/). The movie has beat some of Netflix’s hottest shows in view count, as well, including Squid Games and Wednesday, which both released new seasons this year. Songs from the movie have exploded in popularity, including “Golden,” which now holds the top spot on the Billboard Hot 100.

To learn more, go to: tinyurl.com/kpopdemonhuntersarticle