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Hi, how was your weekend? 

Can you believe it’s the last week of November already? It’s the perfect time to reflect on what moved us, what inspired us, and what’s next. We’ve seen huge momentum this month, from launching some daring new initiatives to securing breakthrough partnerships. 

Here’s a snapshot of the energy that’s keeping the month on a high note.

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A New Way to Date—With Help From Your Friends ✨

Be one of the first to try RedThread, the new matchmaking app that makes dating social again.

Instead of navigating the dating world alone, RedThread brings your trusted circle into the process. Your friends can browse profiles on your behalf, send you their top picks, and even vouch for you directly in the app.

📱 What Makes RedThread Different:
• Friends help scout matches
• Vouching boosts your profile
• Perfect for singles and matchmaker alike

🌟 RedThread Wants You
The team is opening spots for 1,000 early testers (yes, both singles and their friends!) to help shape the app before its full launch. Early testers will get first access to new features and help shape the future of modern matchmaking.

🎟️ How to Join the Early Access Group:
Simply sign up, invite a few friends, and you’ll be among the first to explore a fresh, community-driven approach to dating.

UPLIFTING STORY 📖

How a Street Artist Turned a Life-Altering Injury Into a Creative Mission That Forever Changed His Life

Trysen Kaneshige’s journey began on Kauaʻi, where a brain injury unexpectedly shifted his life toward art as a source of healing. What started as a personal outlet quickly grew into a mission to use creativity to reconnect with others, preserve culture, and share meaningful stories across Hawaii.

Despite migraines, depression, and a lack of resources, he pushed forward by creating small projects that helped him recover and build confidence. Each challenge strengthened his commitment to uplift his community and inspired his vision for something larger than himself.

That vision became Inspire to Create Media—a creative agency rooted in storytelling, culture, and connection. Through determination and heartfelt work, he earned local recognition while proving how art can heal, unite, and make a lasting impact far beyond the islands.

Read the full article here.

National Museum of Asian Art in Washington, D.C. Opens Moongate Cafe

The Smithsonian’s National Museum of Asian Art has opened the Moongate Cafe, welcoming visitors with Asian-inspired dishes like rice bowls and banh mi. With views of the Moongate Garden and free access, it adds a much-needed dining option to the south side of the National Mall.

Named after the Moongate Garden, the cafe ties its setting to the museum’s broader cultural themes. Led by Chef Risé Namiki, it offers dishes shaped by her global culinary background, giving guests a flavorful entry into the museum’s world.

Read the full article here.

New Moana Trailer Spotlights Pacific Islander Cast

Disney has released the first trailer for its live-action Moana remake, introducing a mix of fresh talent and familiar Pacific Islander stars. The film closely mirrors the original animated version, with 18-year-old Catherine Laga’aia stepping into the lead role while Dwayne Johnson returns as Maui.

Laga’aia shared her excitement about representing her Samoan heritage, marking a major moment for Pacific Islander visibility in Hollywood. While original Moana voice actress Auli’i Cravalho will not reprise her role, she will help shape the project as an executive producer ahead of its 2026 theatrical release.

Read the full article here.

JoySauce and Cineverse Launch New Streaming Platform for American Asian Entertainment

JoySauce and Cineverse have launched the JoySauce Network, the first free streaming channel dedicated to “American Asian” entertainment and fans of Asian pop culture. Debuting on Amazon Prime Video’s live channels, it aims to highlight culturally rich stories for a wide audience.

The launch also includes a new website and mobile apps powered by Cineverse’s Matchpoint platform. With a lineup featuring originals, exclusives, and premieres, the network plans to elevate AAPI creators while showcasing major events like the Critics’ Choice AAPI Cinema & Television Awards.

Read the full article here. 

LAST WEEK, ASIAN LEADERS DID 🎉

🚀 Khydeeja Alam was appointed as the new Executive Director of the California Commission on Asian and Pacific Islander American Affairs (CAPIAA). Her role will involve raising awareness about AAPI community concerns, advising policymakers, and driving outreach on issues of language access and equity.

🚀 Filipino Young Leaders Program (FYLPRO)’s “Tayo” initiative wins a community leadership award. Their project “Tayo,” focused on community health advocacy for Filipino Americans, won the 2025 Community Leader Award from the Asian & Pacific Islander Caucus for Public Health.

Lucy Liu Stars in “Rosemead,” a True Story of Immigrant Mothers Facing Fear and Mental Health Challenges

Lucy Liu’s new film Rosemead is already drawing strong interest ahead of its December release. Inspired by real events, it follows a mother who notices unsettling changes in her teenage son and is pulled into a deeper struggle with fear and mental health.

The story shows how quiet worries can grow inside a family when no one knows how to talk about what’s really happening. Set in a Chinese American household, it mixes cultural pressure with emotional tension, brought to life by powerful performances from Liu and newcomer Lawrence Shou.

Festival wins and early praise have helped build steady momentum for the film. Catch Rosemead in select theaters starting December 5, 2025 in New York City and December 12, 2025 in Los Angeles, with more cities opening on January 9, 2026.

Read the full article here.

Make Your Best Content Go Further by Repurposing It Across Every Channel

Customers are surrounded by nonstop updates, ads, and notifications, which makes it easy for your most important message to get overlooked. To make sure it truly connects, every brand needs consistency so the audience encounters the same idea often enough for it to stay with them.

Start by picking one message that really matters, the key point you want your audience to remember. Instead of building new content from scratch for every channel, take that single idea and turn it into four versions: a detailed Email, a short Video, a simple Graphic, and a quick Quote Card for social.

This makes your communication feel connected across social feeds, inboxes, and landing pages. When the same message shows up in a few different formats, it becomes easier for your audience to understand, remember, and respond to your content more naturally.

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