Visual Kei: Drag or Just Pretty?

By: Stephen Diggs

Heavy metal, which is widely considered one of the most testosterone-fueled genres of music, takes an unlikely appearance for a particular group of bands in Japan.

Critics react to Bill Cheng’s “Southern Cross the Dog”

Literary critics are raving about Southern Cross the Dog, but somehow no one can brush the thought that the novel’s author, Bill Cheng, is not white.

Asian Horror Movies vs. American Remakes

Horror movies have been part of American culture since the late 1800s and, since then, technology has enhanced them to be increasingly horrific.

With special effects and studio technology available, horror films now appear more real…

Panda popularity and significance

The conservation efforts of the large black and white panda bear has over the recent years, attracted a lot of attention and popularity, and conservation efforts have not failed to trigger support and adoration in the public for these endangered animals.

“Tzu-Ching” members devoted to community service

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President Stephanie Shao writes cards to nursing home residents.
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First annual The Voice UMD entertains huge crowd

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Jason Zhang was the first contestant to perform in the “The Voice,” which took place in Hoff Theater at Stamp Student Union on Nov. 17 
Photo by: Kevin…

Striking “Taiko” performance open eyes to Japanese culture

Deep, resonating beats bounced off the walls outside Stamp’s Hoff Theatre last Monday evening as professional “Taiko” performers rehearsed their traditional Japanese style of drumming.

Hello Kitty: Too much for students?

She casts a black-eyed hollow stare filled with silent childish demeanor. She can be seen in a myriad of fashions never neglecting her trademark left-eared barrette.

Depression Haunts Many Asian College Students in U.S.

Cultural adjustments and academic pressures are cited as reasons why Asian American college students are at an increased risk for depression.

India limits use of email due to NSA tapping controversy

In light of the NSA tapping controversy, the Indian government has decided to implement a ban on the use of email services such as Gmail and Yahoo for official forms of communication. Now the country will require the use of the…