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Min Jin Lee, author of ‘Pachinko,’ to receive Fitzgerald Prize for Literary Excellence

The Scott and Zelda Fitzgerald Museum announced on August 27 that Min Jin Lee, the renowned author of the novel “Pachinko,” has been selected...

Mirinae Lee is the first Korean to win William Saroyan International Prize for Writing

Mirinae Lee, author of the novel 8 Lives of a Century-Old Trickster, has become the first Korean to win the William Saroyan International Prize...

Homeless girl becomes the Supreme Court Justice, Patricia Lee recounts her life story

In 2022, a woman shook up the state of Nevada. Patricia Lee, 49, is the first Asian American woman in the state's history to...

Last living royal of Joseon Dynasty discovers father King Uichin’s anti-Japan resistance

August 15 is Gwangbokjeol in Korea, also known as National Liberation Day or translated as the “Restoration of Light Day”. In an apartment in the...

Rachel Bachar, wife of Israeli Consul General, expresses gratitude for Korean community’s support

“I am grateful for the Korean community’s concern and prayers for peace. I hope there will be more communication between our communities.” Rachel Bachar, the...

How a 75-year-old retiree landed a job at Taco Bell after 200 applications

"Just hire me for two weeks." At age 75, Kyungtaek Jang convinced the manager during a job interview. Since retiring, Jang has applied to more...

Korean-American Kyu Young Mike Paek confirmed as federal judge in New York

Another Korean-American federal judge is on the bench. Kyu Young (Mike) Paek has been confirmed as the U.S. Bankruptcy Judge for the Southern District of...

Holly Choi, first Korean-American Dudamel Fellow conductor for LA Philharmonic

Holly Hyun Choi (33) has been selected as the first Korean-American “Dudamel Fellow” conductor for the LA Philharmonic. The Dudamel Fellowship Program is designed to...

Director Julie Ha reflects on ‘Free Chol Soo Lee’ Emmy nominations and its impact on U.S. history

The prestigious Emmy Awards have recently announced their nominees, and the documentary “Free Chol Soo Lee,”" which tells the story of Lee, a Korean...

Businesswoman Michele Kang to donate $4 million to U.S. Women’s Rugby team

Michele Kang, a Korean-American businesswoman and owner of the National Women's Soccer League (NWSL) Washington Spirit, has made headlines for her generous donation to...