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Texas Eats: Hidden Gem in Universal City, Big Brunch Biscuits at Bobbie’s & Pan-seared Lamb Chops
Read full article: Texas Eats: Hidden Gem in Universal City, Big Brunch Biscuits at Bobbie’s & Pan-seared Lamb ChopsThis week on Texas Eats, discover a local hidden gem over in Universal City. Also, check out Bobbie's newest location on the North Side.
'K-pop Idols' documentary looks at how the K-pop industry is embracing diversity
Read full article: 'K-pop Idols' documentary looks at how the K-pop industry is embracing diversityA new Apple TV+ documentary series, “K-pop Idols,” offers an intimate look at how the K-pop industry is embracing diversity while grappling with challenges in a field that demands perfection.
Second season of 'Pachinko' explores challenges for ethnic Koreans in Japan
Read full article: Second season of 'Pachinko' explores challenges for ethnic Koreans in JapanThe second season of “Pachinko" — opening Friday — delicately captures the plight of ethnic Koreans brought to Japan during colonial rule and their descendants, exploring themes of home and identity through several generations.
After months of struggle, Korean language access advocates find their voice at a legislative hearing
Read full article: After months of struggle, Korean language access advocates find their voice at a legislative hearingIn a key step on their quest to make state services more easily available to non-English speakers, advocates from Houston’s Woori Juntos community group testified before a panel of lawmakers.
As the legislative clock ticks, Houston language advocates angle for a committee hearing
Read full article: As the legislative clock ticks, Houston language advocates angle for a committee hearingThe window is closing for Woori Juntos in its pursuit of legislation to improve language access to state health programs.
Park outside: Hyundai, Kia recall vehicles due to fire risk
Read full article: Park outside: Hyundai, Kia recall vehicles due to fire riskHyundai and Kia are telling owners of over 571,000 SUVs and minivans in the U.S. to park them outdoors because the tow hitch harnesses can catch fire while they are parked or being driven.
Behind the Kitchen Door: Short-staffed Mexican restaurant sees high scores tumble, barely pass recent inspection
Read full article: Behind the Kitchen Door: Short-staffed Mexican restaurant sees high scores tumble, barely pass recent inspectionA Mexican restaurant with a history of high scores barely passed a recent inspection and a popular Korean BBQ racked up several violations when health inspectors visited last month.
Language barriers, technology hurdles and limited transportation hurt Asian American Texans' access to vaccines
Read full article: Language barriers, technology hurdles and limited transportation hurt Asian American Texans' access to vaccinesAdThe Swindales, who are Korean and only speak limited English, couldn’t otherwise navigate the system to get registered for a vaccine. Ad“A lot of Asian folks in Austin are highly educated and wealthy, but there's a huge, huge income gap between groups in the Asian community, they're not really all a monolith,” said Hailey Easley, executive director for the Austin Asian Community Health Initiative. So far, she has vaccinated around 100 of Houston’s Korean community and hopes to start weekly vaccination drives for those remaining. “I feel frustrated because we do not speak English, but we are always overlooked,” Norman said. Easley said the city of Austin recommends people who don’t speak English call 3-1-1, but the number has long waiting times.
'Ma Rainey,' 'Minari' and Boseman lead SAG nominations
Read full article: 'Ma Rainey,' 'Minari' and Boseman lead SAG nominationsThe Screen Actors Guild has nominated the cast for a SAG Award for outstanding performance by a cast in a motion picture. But the SAG Awards, presented by SAG-AFTRA, are considered a far better barometer for the Academy Awards, where actors account for the largest percentage of the academy. Usually, the eventual Oscar best picture winner is first nominated for best ensemble by the SAG Awards, though “Green Book” and “The Shape of Water" were two recent exceptions. In 2019, he memorably a ccepted the SAG ensemble award for “Black Panther." Aside from Boseman and Oldman, the nominees for best male actor in a lead role were Riz Ahmed (“Sound of Metal”), Anthony Hopkins (“The Father”) and Steven Yeun (“Minari”).
Asia Today: South Korea mulls steps as new virus cases rise
Read full article: Asia Today: South Korea mulls steps as new virus cases rise(AP Photo/Ahn Young-joon)SEOUL – South Korea has reported 386 new cases of the coronavirus in a resurgence that could force authorities to reimpose stronger social distancing restrictions after easing them in October to spur a faltering economy. The figures released by the Korea Disease Control and Prevention Agency on Saturday raised the country's total number of confirmed cases to 30,403, including 503 deaths. South Korea has so far managed to weather the pandemic without major lockdowns, relying instead on an aggressive test-and-quarantine campaign and mask-wearing. The National Health Commission recorded seven new domestically transmitted cases Saturday, including five in Tianjin and two in Shanghai. On Saturday in the state capital of Adelaide, South Australia Premier Steven Marshall said there were no fresh cases of community transmission.
Asia Today: South Korea tightens restrictions to fight virus
Read full article: Asia Today: South Korea tightens restrictions to fight virusSouth Korea says it will tighten social distancing rules in the greater Seoul area and some parts of eastern Gangwon province to try to suppress a coronavirus resurgence there. The country has been experiencing a steady increase in virus infections since it relaxed its social distancing guidelines last month. South Korea added 230 more virus cases on Tuesday, raising the country’s total to 28,998 since the pandemic began, including 494 deaths. In other developments in the Asia-Pacific region:— India's number of new coronavirus infections in the last 24 hours dropped to 29,164 new infections, continuing a downturn. The city reported 3,797 new coronavirus cases and 99 fatalities in the past 24 hours, fewer than last week’s daily average of nearly 7,000 cases.
As seen on SA Live - Wednesday, August 26, 2020
Read full article: As seen on SA Live - Wednesday, August 26, 2020SAN ANTONIO Today at 1 p.m., SA Live goes to the dogs for National Dog Day! Plus, Wild Wednesday and yummy Korean macarons. Also, doggy daycare Camp Bow Wow is teaching us how to get our dogs ready for when we head back to work (whenever that is) and how to adjust them to our new normal. Fiona is checking out whats flying around at the San Antonio Zoo. Stream the show anytime from the KSAT TV app on Roku, Fire Stick, a smart TV or smartphone.