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Finding the “American” part of my Ethiopian American identity

by Aida Solomon

Why the words that people of African descent use to self-identify matter.

Seattle’s Clipper acquired by German group; plans Cuba route

by Venice Buhain

The company that runs the Victoria Clipper has been acquired by a Germany-based ferry group and announced plans to open a Florida-Cuba route.

“Nomadic Veilia” artists unveil two sides of the Middle East

by Monica Thomas

Two Seattle artists whose families hail from the Middle East present the scandalous and traditional, the loud and the quiet, of Middle Eastern identity.

U.S. Supreme Court to take up Obama immigration action

U.S. Supreme Court will decide the legality of President Obama's action to shield more than 4 million undocumented immigrants from deportation.

Moni Tep explores hardships of queer youth in Jamaica

by Reagan Jackson

Seattle musician Moni Tep traveled to Jamaica to explore ways to help LGBTQ youth, who are often homeless and ostracized there.

Gabriel Ray Pierre (left) high fives a student at Leschi Elementary School on Friday, as part of #SeattleHigh5. The event aimed to show children of color positive images of black men and women in their community. (Photo by Jovelle Tamayo)

Proposed school policy overhaul meant to address opportunity gap

by John Stang

Among the proposed changes in the bill are cultural competence training for teachers and other staff and a change to school discipline.

Seattle MLK celebration a reminder to keep moving forward

by Sharayah Lane

Keynote speaker Marcus Green said while our nation has made progress because of King, in many ways, racism has become increasingly hidden yet pervasive.

China ties on the line as Taiwan votes for new president

If she wins, Tsai Ing-wen will have to balance the superpower interests of China and the United States with those of her freewheeling, democratic home.

International District’s Panama Hotel up for sale

by Venice Buhain

The Panama Hotel plays an important part of Seattle's Japanese American history. The current owner hopes that will be preserved.

Amanda Knox cleared of slandering Italian police

by Venice Buhain

Knox had said officers had slapped and threatened her during the interview that led to her arrest. A judge said those statements did not constitute slander.

Refugees find connections in Highline College ESL class

Finding relief and shelter in the U.S. are only the first challenges for refugees. Many also must tackle the language barrier.

Photo by Scott Hughes via Flickr.

Win a week in Whistler…just by liking the Globalist!

by Jessica Partnow

Win a 7-night stay in Whistler, BC, starting Saturday January 23, 2016.

Shenyang to make Seattle Opera debut as Mozart’s “Figaro”

Opera luminary Shenyang has spent the last 14 years earning international acclaim, from Tianjin, China, to Seattle.

A true terrorist threat: Hostility towards young Muslim Americans

by Roukhya Ouedraogo

A young Muslim American breaks down how hostility towards her peers hurts everyone.

Starvation used as weapon in Syrian town, U.N. investigators say

The tactic of starvation targets civilians — and could be in violation of international law.

Feds set 2018 deadline for REAL ID at airport security

by Venice Buhain

Proof of citizenship or U.S. residency isn't required for a standard Washington driver's license. The airport security rules will be enforced in 2018.

Yakima council gets first Latina mayor; backs state Voting Rights Act

by Venice Buhain

Avina Gutierrez, one of Yakima's first three Latina women to be elected to the city council, this week was promoted unanimously to mayor by her fellow council members.

Sheriff: Korean women freed after bust of Seattle-area sex trafficking ring

by Venice Buhain

The King County Sheriff's Office say that 12 women, mostly from South Korea, were freed from being trafficked in a prostitution ring that investigators busted this week.

Death of Hamza Warsame ruled an accident

by Venice Buhain

The King County Medical Examiner ruled that Hamza Warsame died in an unintentional fall.

Top 5 things to do in Seattle this January

by Forrest Baum

January’s here, and if you’re looking for a better way to deal with the holiday calories, we have dancing and thrilling events all over town you can run off to! This month, Americans in refugee camps, Americans discussing Syrians, Appropriation in Art… and more!