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The racist history behind Asian sex stereotypes

WHY ARE ASIAN AMERICAN WOMEN the most sought-after racial group according to online dating data, and yet Asian American men are the least favorable? Where did we get the stereotype of the “submissive, docile” Asian woman or the “non-masculine” Asian…

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Inside Cathay Pacific’s Brand New Airbus A350

This week, Cathay Pacific took delivery of its very first A350. The airline is perhaps best known for its fantastic first-class product — which unfortunately isn’t available on this latest addition to the fleet. Still, Airbus’ answer to the Boeing…

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A first-timer’s guide to visiting Petra

Despite the name, Al Khazneh, or the Treasury, was actually used as a tomb, like most of the other carved structures in Petra. Its facade is 128 feet tall and exhibits many Greek-influenced design features, along with sculptures of various…

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Maximizing Stopovers and Open Jaws on Award Tickets in 2016

If you’re reading this post, chances are you’re interested in making the most of your hard-earned points and miles. For many, this involves splurging on fantastic first-class flights or luxurious hotel rooms. However, others may be interested in traveling to…

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Dear Havana

Dear Havana,I walk through your poorly paved streets licking a cold ice cream cone that cost me three pesos, equivalent to 10 cents in USD, and I worry that I might have to pay for it later in the bathroom….

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Harambe and mother shaming

WHEN I WAS A LITTLE KID, I used to love going to clothing stores. Not because I liked the clothes, but because certain clothing racks were cylindrical, and I could slip between the clothes and hide out in a little…

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