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Members of Ukulele 101 rehearse for the group's upcoming Christmas party. Ukulele 101 is a class provided by Keiro Northwest, an organization dedicated to helping older residents of Asian descent. (Photo by Alex Visser)

Ukulele classes create a community for Seattle’s older residents

by Alex Visser
For students of Keiro Northwest’s Ukulele 101 class, music is more than a form of artistic expression. It is a bridge to powerful and lasting friendships.
Nov 30, 2017

UW student detained by immigration denied bond

by Nathalie Graham
Bangally Fatty, a University of Washington student, faces deportation and is being held at the Northwest Detention Center in Tacoma.
Nov 29, 2017

Zimbabwe poised for change after Mugabe steps down

by Global Press News Service
Zimbabweans hope President Robert Mugabe's successor will bring an end to his legacy of corruption and political suppression.
Nov 28, 2017

Seattle’s coffee culture lacking ethnic diversity

by Ester Ouli Kim
Seattle's coffee culture reflects neither the diversity of its origins nor plurality of the city.
Nov 22, 2017

Stunt drivers strive for official recognition in Zimbabwe

by Global Press News Service
Otherwise known as 'spinners', the drivers who perform stunts for spectators hope government recognition will guarantee a future for their motorsport.
Nov 21, 2017

Lessons from the last days of the Cambodia Daily

by Julia-Grace Sanders
With the U.S. media landscape growing increasingly threatening for journalists, Cambodia’s crackdown on freedom of expression can serve as a warning.
Nov 20, 2017

Becoming authentically Filipino: advice for Ja Du

by Devin Israel Cabanilla
A white American claims a Filipino racial identity. So let's discuss the real racial issues faced by those Filipinos who have always been people of color.
Nov 17, 2017

Young immigrants ask Reichert to back federal DREAM act

by Nathalie Graham
Supporters say in Congressman Dave Reichert’s district there are 1,900 young immigrants enrolled in Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals.
Nov 16, 2017

Theatre’s “Dear White People” probes meaning of resistance through artists of color

by Reagan Jackson
Not to be confused with the TV series, the fourth "Dear White People" at Theatre Off Jackson centers the voices and viewpoints of theater artists of color.
Nov 15, 2017

Tukwila immigrant businesses face displacement in police station plans

by Goorish Wibneh
Businesses on the land slated for Tukwila's new police station say they weren't given much notice — and that the plan will disrupt the existing community.

Two years after Nepal quake, rescuer continues to help neighbors rebuild

by Global Press News Service
Laxmi Sundar Gainju helped rescue his neighbors in the days after the Nepal earthquake in 2015. Today, he still connects families in need with help.
Nov 14, 2017

Burien council candidates supportive of “sanctuary” policies gain lead

by Venice Buhain
A political battle over Burien's “sanctuary” law heavily influenced its city council campaigns and the candidates supporting the law made late gains.
Nov 10, 2017

Jenny Durkan wins Seattle mayoral race

by Venice Buhain
The status of other local races appeared to hold as votes were counted on Wednesday.
Nov 8, 2017

González, Mosqueda take huge leads for Seattle council seats; Durkan ahead for mayor

by Nathalie Graham
Supporters of González and Mosqueda also lauded the increased influence of people of color — especially women of color — in local politics.

Tech entrepreneurship on the rise for women in Cameroon

by Global Press News Service
Three women in Cameroon are harnessing the potential of digital tools to build entrepreneurial successes for women throughout Africa.
Nov 7, 2017

Travis Quezon named Executive Director of The Seattle Globalist

by Globalist Staff
Community leader and veteran journalist brought on as new Executive Director of The Seattle Globalist.
Nov 6, 2017

Opinion: Our Seattle School Board needs to do right by students and families

by James Hong
Data shows clear disadvantages for Seattle students of color and English language learners. Time for the Seattle School Board to step up.
Nov 5, 2017

After outcry on police accountability, does it play a role in Sheriff’s race?

by Nathalie Graham
After a summer of community outcry on police shooting accountability, where do the Sheriff's candidates stand?
Nov 2, 2017

Seattle is a UNESCO City of Literature

by Gregory Scruggs
The recognition from UNESCO comes as the United States announces that it will withdraw from the organization because of differences in policy.
Nov 1, 2017

Mexico City Day of the Dead parade honors earthquake victims, rescuers

by Global Press News Service
Hundreds of thousands of Mexicans gather in the wake of two devastating earthquakes to celebrate Día de Muertos with colorful costumes and parade floats.
Oct 31, 2017