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Doctors, scientists, computer specialists, and...ninjas. No, these aren't the new contenders of American Idol, but these are the usual roles Asians play on the big screen. But what happens if an Asian actor tries to break the mold? Read here and find out.

A look at how Asians were portrayerd in movies and currently, on TV and in other media outlets.

A discussion of discrimination against Asians

To many Americans "Asians" are either those employed in restaurants, offering sushi or Chow Mein or smoked eel, or they are like the movies' Charlie Chan, clever and always with a philosophical message.

An Asian Peace Corps Volunteer in Ukraine goes to Ireland for spring break.

In the western world, eating pussy cats is taboo. Cats are pets and as such are not a food source. In Southeast Asian countries cats are raised as a food source in some areas. The thought of eating cat will freak out most westerners.

Structural racism is a continuous factor in today's society as it has been throughout history. These narratives trace personal experiences and demonstrates the devastating effects of racism.

This research paper covers a variety of stereotypes that Asians have portrayed throughout the history of film. Often, these portrayals stray away from the truth; however, directors have stuck with them in order to "give the audience what it wants."

A case of eczema taught me that skin care for Asians is really important - here's why.

A recent article of mine generated plenty of hate mail. I felt compelled to write this article, setting people straight once and for all.

In 1922, there was a famous case involving a Japanese man by the name of Takao Ozawa and his ineligibility based on grounds that Asians were considered not White.

Vincent Chin was murdered because he was Asian. Yet, the murderers got bascially got away with it. Asian Americans must remember the injustice of his murder.

Medical tourism dates back to the times when wealthy Europeans and Asians would travel within their continent or to other continents to seek health related treatments.

With Hispanics and Asians poised to become the dominant race in America in the middle of our new century, will there be a disparity in providing them all with good educations in our nation's prestigious universities?

My topic is about the differences in obesity rates between Asia (specifically East Asia) and Western societies, such as America. This topic is worth investigating, because obesity is becoming a worldwide problem.

Lifestyle of Asians is very diverse. When people mention Asians they don't understand thier daily routines but the first thought that comes to thier minds is terrorism. This arcticle deals with the clearity of the mis-understanding.

This article describes the complexes that Asians have been so overwhelmed with and my opinions on them to tackle them.

A lot of foods containing silica like rice, are a large part of Asian diets and Asians don't suffer from hair loss that much and tend to have the strongest and healthiest hair in the world.

Kenneth Eng, you're an idiot. You're not an idiot for just hating people of African decent; you're an idiot for all the misinformed reasons you've given of why you hate blacks. I can't believe you are trying to spread your message to other Asians;

How the different educational systems, cultures, languages, even ancient philosophers such as Confucius vs. Aristotle have resulted in different thinking, perspectives and worldviews in the East and West.

After today's announcement that the next season will feature four tribes divided by race (whites, blacks, Asians, and Hispanics) I can say for sure that I will not be watching it.

While melanoma is uncommon in African-Americans, Latinos, and Asians, it is most deadly for these populations because it is more likely to develop undetected.

Have you ever wondered why Asians love Hello Kitty? Well, I don't know. And Kim Wong Keltner didn't answer the question, either. But, I do think this is a cute book. Or maybe that's not the exact word I'm looking for... let me explain.

Researchers have discovered that Latinos and African Americans who have Alzheimer's disease live longer than any other ethnicity.

What causes myopia? Is it genetic or environmental? How can parents help their children prevent myopia or its progression? Why do more Asians wear eyeglasses? Will breastfeeding help? Should kids study less?

A recent study indicates that Asians in general may have a lower mortality rate than Caucasians from prostate cancer.

The Habermasian concept of public sphere in the construction of Asian identity in the Internet is explored. It looks at the experience of RiceBowlJournals.com, a collection of weblogs by Asians from and outside the continent, in promoting Asian presence in cyberspace.

All the world loves superstar golfer Tiger Woods! However, certain people are not allowed to play on many of the courses Woods has graced because of race, creed or religion. It's the golfing circuit's diirty little secret,

Are you a collector of Baby Face Dolls? If you are, then your collection may well be worth a fortune! Read this informative article today and find out the story behind these cuties and why they were killed off!

The average individual, even after 8 hours of sleep, struggles with maintaining alertness and productivity in the work place. It's not about how much rest the individual is getting, but about what they are doing with the rest they have.

At this moment, there are nine Asian female golfers in the top 20 and there are seven women with the last name of Kim contending for the title.

I Draw from Several Articles on Gender Differences and Draw Some Comparisons and Criticism from It. Good Times Right?

An essay exploring the validity of ethnicity, race, and culture. The works of Joane Nagel, Michael Omi, and Howard Winant are used as supporting texts.

A look at educational assessments and whether they can accurately determine a future student's level of success.

Although robots could ultimately be beneficial to mankind, they have multiple issues that need to be ironed out. Otherwise, the end result could be social upheaval or even human extinction.

Are you planning a trip to Japan soon? My brother visited there, and he felt foolishy because he didn't know how to put on his kimono. Find out the proper way to wear a Japanese kimono by reading this instructive article today!

Hollywood's distortion of drugs, violence, beauty and race.

Lupus is a mysterious, little known disease that mostly affects women. There are three different types of lupus that affect people. There are various treatments to alleviate the flares that are associated with the disease.

The Outer Sunset District of San Francisco boasts three health food venues on Judah Street, near the beach. You can find fresh sqeazed juices, vegan ice cream, soups made from local seaweed, and stock up on organic produce, all within two blocks.

How to write a successful National Honors Society proposal letter (upon nomination by school faculty).

The Parliamentary government of England has been shaped by its rich history and government structure

Practically everyone has heard of eHarmony.com, the personal matchmaking website started by Dr. Neil Clark Warren. But did you know that eHarmony excludes all gays and lesbians from its service?

While waiting for his return flight home, a quietly depressing middle-aged man . learns the ambiguous lesson about the tree falling in the woods...is it worth trying if no one notices the effort?

As a student researching the cultural differences between Eastern Asia and the Western world, I wanted to figure out if it were possible to adopt a Zen Buddhist lifestyle in America, a country of completely different values.

Does American still accept people for who they are or has stereotyping changed that perspective?

Questions and Answers about political participation, conservatives vs. liberals, polls, and minority groups in the American political and economic sphere.

The General Education Development exam (GED) was first established in 1942 to measure the major concepts generally learned through a high school education.

Prejudices and stereotypes are a collection of principles that underlie impression formation.

Las Vegas is the hottest place in the Western Hemisphere. There hasn't been this much fuss over a city in years. And frankly, I'm sick of it.

A tongue-in-cheek look at the ramifications of "gun education" from over-zealous proponents of the administration's views, presented in conversation between a son and an American Dad - with an aside on school uniforms.

Donald J. Treiman discusses the affects of race on occupation status and income before and after the apartheid system in South Africa in his study, "Racial Differences in Occupational Status and Income in South Africa."

No-No Boy is a novel about racial identity told by Ichiro. Torn between separations of nationality and time, Ichiro demonstrates the phenomenal compliations of identity through race and nation.

A recent report in the New England Journal of Medicine documents the success of a medication known as FTY720 in controlling the progression of Multiple Sclerosis.

The experiences of white people in Kenya.

The 13th season of CBS's Survivor has a twist: contestants are divided into teams based on ethnicity. Some say this is too controversial, but the first episode revealed that it's just Survivor as usual.

Because I like to see people question the status quo, I've compiled a list of ethical questions in advertising and marketing careers. While it's not exhaustive, I hope this will encourage people in the business to reflect on what they're doing.

In fall of 2006, the TV show Survivor decided to organize teams by race in order to boost ratings. But is this gimmick all in good fun, or could it have adverse effects on society?

It's called the City of Sails and it's a stunningly pretty sight-hundreds of sailboats crowded onto port against the glass and steel sheen of Auckland's skyline-Auckland is where the Riviera meets urban chic.

Studied pros and cons for child rearing your child. This article will hit both sides of the spectrum. Gives great varieties on ways to discipline your child depending on their age. An excellent article for unsure parents when dealing with discipline.

Immigrants are losing their native languages at the same rate as they always have, by the third generation. It is not necessary to try to make English the official language of this country. People who want to do that are worrying about nothing.

Advertisements influence society and customers. Women may strive for the "model type" by having eating disorders. Advertisements also have models with one certain look. For example, Abercrombie and Fitch.

Chiang Mai is a fabulous place to visit in Thailand. You will be enthralled by the people, the animals and even the food.

The reality show Survivor sets civil rights back with its idea to divide teams according to ethnicity and have the racial groups compete against one another. This article portrays in a humorous but truthful light the ridiculous nature of this concept.

You'll never believe what the producers of Survivor have used to divide tribes this year!

Black male unemployment is still high even for those with a good education.

186 students were surveyed about their political attitudes in undergraduate Political Science classes during Spring 2004 at E.C.S.U.. The research question studied was whether there is a relationship between trust in government and political knowledge.

Are coffee shops a good location for buildling religion?

Glaucoma is a very serious condition that affects many people all over the world. To find out more on these eye problems read this informative article.

White men and their young Asian "girlfriends". What exactly goes on between relationships like these? This book explores a fictional account of Pete, an expat in Bangkok, and Joy, a woman more commonly known as a 'bargirl'.

We are long overdue in coming to a compromise to solve the illegal immigration problem. The solution might be to change immigration laws, secure the border and let the people here now get on the path to citizenship. And not get into this mess again.

On Thursday 'Survivor: Cook Islands' - the 13th season of the reality series - will premiere. For the first time since its debut, the not-so-popular-as-of-late survival show has the land all atwitter and abuzz.

Pandas need aphrodisiacs too.

Research paper on how diversity can be profitable for a company.

More and more Asian restaurants are springing up in Nashville and other Tennessee cities. Thai food is distinguished by coconut milk and lemon grass flavoring. It can be mild to moderately hot. Thai cuisine is a Must Try for those who love Asian cuisine!

A large part of the population have had inclinations to engage in sexually perverse activities, though how large is unknown.

Should the North Korean nuclear program and race to arms cause alarm for the United States? If so, should we take the same response with them as with Iraq? Yes, their program should alarm us; NO we should not take the same response as saught in Iraq!

David Robb, a Hollywood journalist, has recently released a book detailing the influence the Pentagon exerts on Hollywood. In detailing the production of many movies a pattern of censorship and propaganda emerges.

Considered the best place for a writer to volunteer their time and talent by a local newspaper, a unique program in Dallas helps encourage kids to hone their craft.

What can we possibly learn from Indian culture, which could do nothing to defend itself from a single invader that chose to plunder its people during the last 1000 or so years!

Race is dead--so why do some say "long live race"? Is a race based medicine likely to save more (especially minority) lives? At what social costs? I address these and other questions in a end of term paper written in 2002.

Proper etiquette and manners are all-important while visiting any foreign country, particularly South Korea.

There is a game being sold today that glorifies the ghetto more than any rap video you will ever see: Ghettopoly. Not only does it insult the ghetto, but the owner made it up from watching MTV - the same station that banned rap music for years.

Each of us was an �immigrant' to this country. So why are we now so dead set against those �immigrants' who want to come into our country? As Americans we are all immigrants, aren't we?

This essay discusses the importance of ritual and tradition to all aspects of Asian life and explores its influence on modern Asia.

The purpose of this study is to conclusively determine that there are racial differences in perceptions of what is considered attractive.

For hikers that hate to sleep on the ground, hut hiking is a welcomed respite for your tired body and feet. Primitive campsites all over the world have been replaced with beds and more. Find out what hut hiking is and how you can do it too.

Social inequality in America has been addressed in the past and continues to be addressed currently. Though it is indeed changing, it will continue to exist and negatively affect our society via the ascribed status of selected individuals.

It's a food craze that isn't going to be going away. Learn the history of sushi, how to serve and eat it, and decide whether or not you want to try making homemade California Roll Sushi. Recipe included.

Many people already know that diabetes has been linked to eye problems, feet trouble and other ailments but there are new studies showing that diabetes has links to many different diseases.

A profile of Brian Tong, co-host on the International Channel magazine show Stir.

When I first learned that I would have a two-week fall break that coincided with my friends wedding in San Mateo, CA my first thought was road trip. There is nothing like cruising America's highways. The more distance one travels, the more distance one pu

Is someone else's snoring ruining your life, or at least your sleeping life? Are you ready to find another bedroom and/orbed partner? Well, don't despair. There is hope at the end of the sleepless tunnel, both for you and the significant snorer in your l

Medication adherence is still an issue according to Johns Hopkins. Why is it so difficult for people to stick with a medication regimen?