Four people stand tensely in a living room, looking ahead with concern. An adult stands protectively in front of two young people and one man, holding out an arm. The cozy room has a sofa, table, and stairs in the background.

Greta Lee gets trapped at home with her family in ‘The Last House’

Directed by Louis Leterrier, the film blends family drama with claustrophobic, high-stakes suspense

Three animated toy characters—a cowgirl, a space ranger, and a cowboy—stand together looking ahead with excited expressions. Other toy figures and colorful objects are visible in the background.

‘Toy Story 5’ is just fine

Greta Lee voices a villainous tablet in the latest installment of the Pixar franchise as toys battle and the film itself wrestles with what it still has to say

A man in a tan jacket and gray shirt clenches his fist and prepares to fight, facing another person holding a weapon in a rustic wooden room.

How Joe Taslim brings heart to the action genre in ‘The Furious’

As he takes on a more grounded role in the action film, he explores the blurred lines between heroism and moral responsibility

Two young women stand side by side on a bridge at night, smiling and looking down. City lights and a tall, illuminated tower are visible in the blurred background.

Queer romance ‘Ephemera’ harkens back to older, better films

Set in a dreamy Shanghai, Shan Jiang’s “Ephemera” borrows from beloved romances yet creates a unique connection of its own

A woman in a floral blouse and a man in a dark shirt sit closely, gazing at each other with affectionate expressions in a warmly lit room.

Havana Rose Liu finds meaning in music and the mess of it all

As her career accelerates, the actress is using film, music, and memory to make sense of loss and to stay connected to what she’s lost

A man sits on a red motorcycle in a dimly lit concrete hallway, while a woman sits behind him holding a crowbar, both looking serious and alert.

‘The Furious’ is the most inventive action film this year

Joe Taslim and Xie Mao star in a blazing pan-Asian production from director and stunt coordinator Kenji Tanigaki

A man in a black leather jacket, black cap, and sunglasses stands on stage in front of a microphone, with one hand in his pocket against a dark background.

Jay Taj reminds us that there is no AA+PI without Pacific Islanders

He makes art like he makes a point: across platforms and identities, and with a clear mission to make Pacific Islanders impossible to ignore

A group of actors on stage dramatize a car ride, with one person holding a steering wheel and others surrounding them, dressed in theatrical costumes with dramatic lighting and fog effects.

Stephanie Hsu and the upside of being a ‘Rocky Horror Show’ virgin

The Tony-nominated actress was new to “Rocky Horror,” and then fishnets, aliens, and audience heckling turned her into a true believer

Thirteen women in stylish outfits stand together in a circle, looking up at the camera, surrounded by burning debris and intense flames in a dramatic, fiery setting.

LE SSERAFIM, ILLIT, and KATSEYE clap back at haters with ‘ICONIC BY MISTAKE’

The diss track brings together 14 artists across three different K-pop acts for one super collaboration release

A collage-style image features American and South Korean flags, a tray with shot glasses and cocktails, and plates of fried chicken and lotus root, set against a vibrant cafe background.

Stir Fried: Irene Yoo serves up her Korean American childhood in adult beverages

At Orion Bar, cocktails come in SPAM containers, comfort food gets a creative remix, and nostalgia is served with every round

Two basketball players in action on a brightly lit court, one wearing a blue New York Knicks jersey and the other in a white San Antonio Spurs jersey, both holding basketballs with a hoop in the background.

The NBA Finals are a Fil-Am hoop dream

With the Knicks and Spurs featuring Jordan Clarkson and Dylan Harper, respectively, the Filipino diaspora is ready to cheer them on

An animated character with blond hair and wide eyes reaches out toward red, heart-shaped plants while falling, with a small white creature clinging to their shoulder. The background shows a sunset sky and blurred landscape.

‘Witch Hat Atelier’ is an enchanting watch

For anyone who has ever wanted to become a wizard, this long-awaited series about a young woman who becomes a witch is the anime for you

A person with blonde hair sits on a slide, resting their chin on their hand. They wear a blue shirt, pink pants, and colorful stickers on their face and arm, with a thoughtful expression in bright, striped sunlight.

In uncertain times, Joya asks, ‘what if it all works out?’

The indie pop artist from Hong Kong on queer love, faith, motherhood, and focusing on hope rather than cynicism

Two men, Suresh Sundas and Dante Datta, stand side by side in front of a brown background. One wears a maroon shirt and dark apron labeled DARU, while the other sports a maroon button-up. Both are smiling and facing the camera.

James Beard nominee Suresh Sundas reimagines South Asian flavors

The first-ever Nepali nominee, alongside beverage director Dante Datta, discuss their dining journey and their restaurants, Daru and Tapori

A young man in a pink shirt stands in front of a woman, armored figures, and a green tiger, with a fantasy city featuring statues and ruins in the background under a bright sky.

‘Masters of the Universe’ can’t overcome its ugliest images

Written backwards from the popular 1980s toy line, the Mattel power fantasy caters to infantilized adult viewers

A hockey player wearing a Rangers jersey stands on the ice in front of a goal net, holding a stick and looking at the camera, with a puck and ice particles in the foreground.

442: Larry Kwong blazed the trail for Asian diasporic athletes in professional hockey

The Chinese Canadian went from skating on frozen ponds in British Columbia to breaking the color line in NHL arenas

A group of people stand smiling and talking inside an art gallery. One woman in patterned pants gestures while speaking to a man, as others watch and listen, surrounded by paintings and large windows.

Lucy Liu’s latest artwork speaks on motherhood, identity, and immigration

Her exhibition “Hard Feelings” explores family memory, and the emotional complexity of growing up in an immigrant household

Six LGBTQ Asian American books are lined up against a vibrant rainbow-colored background, including Gay-zians, On Earth We're Briefly Gorgeous, Last Night at the Telegraph Club, and more—celebrating queer stories and voices.

Six books every queer Asian American should read

Writer Ryan Quan’s personal book recommendations to immerse yourself in queer, Asian stories this Pride Month and beyond

People voting in private booths at a polling station, each booth displaying an American flag and the word VOTE. The scene is diverse, with individuals focused on casting their ballots.

Knowing your voting rights (and how they’re being kneecapped)

How a recent U.S. Supreme Court decision is resulting in the limiting of racial minorities’ voting power across the country

A person with glasses and long dark hair holds up a colorful book titled The Secret World of Briar Rose by Cindy Phan, against a red background. They wear a black sleeveless shirt and layered necklaces.

The not-so-secret world of Cindy Pham

The BookTuber’s debut YA novel, “The Secret World of Briar Rose,” flips the “Sleeping Beauty” fairy tale on its head

A man in a light gray suit stands and smiles in a stylish, wood-paneled room with modern decor and warm lighting—a setting reminiscent of the classic charm embraced by the deli boys. Another man stands in the background near a red wall with a painting.

‘Deli Boys’ cast talks season two of the Pakistani American crime comedy

Writer Kayti Burt visited the set of show earlier this year to talk with the series’ stars and new guest stars for this season

Four people in brightly colored, eccentric outfits stand in front of a red van in a parking lot, with a building and parked cars in the background. Each person wears bold patterns, fluffy textures, and vibrant accessories.

Poppy Liu brings ‘I Love Boosters’ to a global level

The actor on how music and scent help them access their role in the new Boots Riley film, Black and Asian solidarity, activism, and more

Three women in Victorian-era dresses stand outdoors on sandy terrain, surrounded by grass and bushes. One woman holds leaves, another has a feathered cape, and a young girl in a blue plaid dress stands between them, looking down.

Taratoa Stappard reconnects with his Māori heritage in ‘Mārama’

The filmmaker’s debut feature is a gothic horror following a woman who travels from New Zealand to England in 1859 to become a governess

A person in a dark, rugged Spider-Man suit crouches on a rooftop at night in a black-and-white scene, with a building and a billboard visible in the background.

The soft-boiled delights of ‘Spider-Noir’

Nicolas Cage and Li Jun Li spearhead a live action Spider-Man remix

Three well-dressed people walk confidently through a casino, with slot machines in the background. The woman in the center wears a fur coat, while the man on the right wears sunglasses and flashy jewelry.

Season two of ‘Deli Boys’ belongs to Deli Auntie

The hit Hulu series is back and the scams are messier, the family drama is louder, and Lucky finally gets lucky

A person wearing black lace lingerie, including garter belt and stockings, with their hands adjusting the straps. Only the midsection is visible.

F*ck Around and Find Out with Anna Lee: 10 signs someone’s good in bed

Because there’s nothing hotter than perfectly timed consent, genuine enthusiasm, and a well-stocked bathroom