By Tong Chen, bostonese.com Acton, Mass., July 31, 2014, — In a US News ranking of best public high schools for STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Math) earlier this year, Acton-Boxborough Regional High School in Acton made to the top ten list. Five high schools in the Silicon Valley region of California took the fourth… Continue reading A-B High Makes US News Top Ten List for Best High Schools for STEM
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Open Letter to African American Civil Right Leaders Regarding Firing Bob Beckel
July 27, 2014 Dear African American Civil Right Leaders , I am writing on behalf of a grass-roots organization called United for a Better Community. On July 10, Bob Beckel made a string of slanderous remarks towards the Chinese community.
Minuteman@Lex Raised over $200 for LEF at 2014 N.E. Triathlon
By David Li, bostonese.com Lexington, Mass., July 28, 2014, — A group of 31 kids, age 7 to 12, from Lexington area raced at 2014 New England Triathlon at MIT on July 20. The team called Minuteman@Lex has pledged over $200 to Lexington Education Foundation (LEF) as each participate was able to raise at least… Continue reading Minuteman@Lex Raised over $200 for LEF at 2014 N.E. Triathlon
Votes Called for Jasmine Flowers on America’s Got Talent on July 29
By David Li, bostonese.com New York City, July 26, 2014, — On Tuesday, July 29, at 9 PM ET, dance group Jasmine Flowers will perform live at Radio City Music Hall to compete in the popular TV show NBC’s America’s Got Talent. The 25 female dancers, age 12 to 18, are from Atlanta area, and… Continue reading Votes Called for Jasmine Flowers on America’s Got Talent on July 29
Clay Pell Releases TV Ad as R.I. Governor Primary Approaches
By David Li, bostonese.com Boston, July 23, 2014, — R.I. Governor candidate Clay Pell recently released his first TV ad. Late Senator Pell, President Obama and Pell’s wife, six-time world figure skating champion Michelle Kwan, were featured prominently in the ad.
Mr. and Mrs. Yen and Donnie Yen Honored by Gov. Patrick, Mayors Walsh, Christenson and Boston City Council
By David Li, bostonese.com Newton, Mass., July 20, 2014, — At the Yen Family banquet last night at Boston Newton Marriott Hotel to celebrate the 52nd Wedding anniversary of Mr. Klysler Yen and Mrs. Bow Sim Mark Yen, representatives from Governor Patrick and Mayor Walsh, Malden Mayor Gary Christenson and Boston Councilor Tito Jackson honored… Continue reading Mr. and Mrs. Yen and Donnie Yen Honored by Gov. Patrick, Mayors Walsh, Christenson and Boston City Council
Gov. Patrick Signs Bilingual Ballot Bill into Law in Boston Chinatown
By David Li, bostonese.com Boston, July 17, 2014, — After years of hearings and persistent pressure by immigrant groups, including many in Boston Chinatown, Gov. Patrick signed the bilingual ballot bill (H. 4089) into law in Boston Chinatown on Tuesday with about 100 people from the community attending this historical ceremony. This law permanently provides… Continue reading Gov. Patrick Signs Bilingual Ballot Bill into Law in Boston Chinatown
Big Data — The Secret Weapon that Helped Germany Win the World Cup
Germany has taken their fourth World Cup title thanks to a 1-0 win over Argentina at the Maracanã stadium – a well-deserved crown to the team’s fantastic performance in Brazil – and thanks to technology. This goal in the 2nd half of the overtime won the World Cup (Reuters).
Gov. Patrick to Sign Bilingual Ballot Law in Boston Chinatown
By the Chinese Progressive Association Governor Deval Patrick will sign An Act Relative to the Preparation of Certain Bilingual Ballots in the City of Boston on Tuesday, July 15, 11:45 am before members of the Chinese Progressive Association, the Chinatown Resident Association, and other community members in the Metropolitan Community Room at 38 Oak Street.… Continue reading Gov. Patrick to Sign Bilingual Ballot Law in Boston Chinatown
How Immigrants Can Become True American Citizens
By Yukong Zhao, bostonese.com columnist In the last 22 years since I immigrated to the U.S., people often asked me: Why did you come to America? Like many other immigrants, I came to America for a better life. However, it is easy for us to appreciate what a better life means, but not easy for… Continue reading How Immigrants Can Become True American Citizens