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As attorney Paul W. Lee receives honorary degree this month, he reflects on his pioneering career

As attorney Paul W. Lee receives honorary degree this month, he reflects on his pioneering career

A Path Toward Justice

As attorney Paul W. Lee receives honorary degree this month, he reflects on his pioneering career

21 hours ago

Reggie Wong Park Updates Would 'Serve' Everyone, Advocates Say

Reggie Wong Park Updates Would 'Serve' Everyone, Advocates Say

Reggie Wong Park Updates Would 'Serve' Everyone, Advocates Say

A grassroots community effort and millions in potential funding promise to turn Reggie Wong Memorial Park into a destination where sports teams practice and Chinatown residents find refuge from heat and the bustling city.

Darby Meiran Yang

May 26

Professionals Tell 'HerStory' at Quincy School

Professionals Tell 'HerStory' at Quincy School

Professionals Tell 'HerStory' at Quincy School

A state superior court judge, a deputy fire department commissioner, an international affairs leader, and a journalist were among the women who shared their stories at the student-led “HerStory” exhibition on May 12 at the Josiah Quincy Upper School’s black box theater. The event’s aim: To showcase the history, experiences, and achievements of Chinese American and Asian American women in the workplace and public life.

May 24

Greater Boston

Greater Boston

Why Housing in Hub Is Too Pricey

UMass-Boston economics prof. Keren Horn talks with Sampan about the supply problem and why it's keeping prices too high.

May 20

‘We Want People to Feel Welcome’

‘We Want People to Feel Welcome’

‘We Want People to Feel Welcome’

Sen. Nick Collins chats with Sampan about Chinatown, housing, homelessness, more

Daria Mohan Zhang

May 18

Vikiana Petit-Homme poses with a copy of Geurrilla Mag in Dorchester earlier this May 2026.

Vikiana Petit-Homme poses with a copy of Geurrilla Mag in Dorchester earlier this May 2026.

Power in Print

Sampan sits down with the editor of Guerrilla Mag.

May 15

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Boston

As attorney Paul W. Lee receives honorary degree this month, he reflects on his pioneering career

As attorney Paul W. Lee receives honorary degree this month, he reflects on his pioneering career

A Path Toward Justice

As attorney Paul W. Lee receives honorary degree this month, he reflects on his pioneering career

21 hours ago

Professionals Tell 'HerStory' at Quincy School

Professionals Tell 'HerStory' at Quincy School

Professionals Tell 'HerStory' at Quincy School

A state superior court judge, a deputy fire department commissioner, an international affairs leader, and a journalist were among the women who shared their stories at the student-led “HerStory” exhibition on May 12 at the Josiah Quincy Upper School’s black box theater. The event’s aim: To showcase the history, experiences, and achievements of Chinese American and Asian American women in the workplace and public life.

May 24

Greater Boston

Greater Boston

Why Housing in Hub Is Too Pricey

UMass-Boston economics prof. Keren Horn talks with Sampan about the supply problem and why it's keeping prices too high.

May 20

Metro

As attorney Paul W. Lee receives honorary degree this month, he reflects on his pioneering career

As attorney Paul W. Lee receives honorary degree this month, he reflects on his pioneering career

A Path Toward Justice

As attorney Paul W. Lee receives honorary degree this month, he reflects on his pioneering career

21 hours ago

Reggie Wong Park Updates Would 'Serve' Everyone, Advocates Say

Reggie Wong Park Updates Would 'Serve' Everyone, Advocates Say

Reggie Wong Park Updates Would 'Serve' Everyone, Advocates Say

A grassroots community effort and millions in potential funding promise to turn Reggie Wong Memorial Park into a destination where sports teams practice and Chinatown residents find refuge from heat and the bustling city.

Darby Meiran Yang

May 26

Greater Boston

Greater Boston

Why Housing in Hub Is Too Pricey

UMass-Boston economics prof. Keren Horn talks with Sampan about the supply problem and why it's keeping prices too high.

May 20

Arts

Vikiana Petit-Homme poses with a copy of Geurrilla Mag in Dorchester earlier this May 2026.

Vikiana Petit-Homme poses with a copy of Geurrilla Mag in Dorchester earlier this May 2026.

Power in Print

Sampan sits down with the editor of Guerrilla Mag.

May 15

Review: Hubris, Lack of Direction Cheapen ‘Hey Yang, Where’s My Thousand Bucks?’

Review: Hubris, Lack of Direction Cheapen ‘Hey Yang, Where’s My Thousand Bucks?’

Review: Hubris, Lack of Direction Cheapen ‘Hey Yang, Where’s My Thousand Bucks?’

Sampan reviews 'Hey Yang, Where's My Thousand Bucks?'

Christopher John Stephens

May 14

Sampan's Virginia Sun reviews the Dark Comedy ‘Dido of Idaho’.

Sampan's Virginia Sun reviews the Dark Comedy ‘Dido of Idaho’.

Review: Dark Comedy ‘Dido of Idaho’ Is Wild Fun Once You Get Past Self-Love Clichés

Sampan's Virginia Sun reviews the Dark Comedy ‘Dido of Idaho’.

Apr 24

Business

Marpheen Chann

Marpheen Chann

‘Operation Catch of the Day’ in Maine May Have Ended, but Fear and Trauma Remain

Advocates say 'Operation Catch of the Day' caused lasting trauma and fear for many in Maine's minority and immigrant communities.

Mar 12

Panethnic Pourovers: 'We Are Truly Here to Help People'

Panethnic Pourovers: 'We Are Truly Here to Help People'

Panethnic Pourovers: 'We Are Truly Here to Help People'

Part library, part cultural center and part hangout, group says it is for all A fter feeling burnt out from her job as a software engineer a few years ago, Emily Goroza decided that she needed a change. At the same time, she realized how privileged she was to work in the corporate world. Then it struck her: She wanted to find a way to work that also allowed her to give back to the community. So, in 2023, Goroza, alongside a close friend and her now fiancé, started Panethnic P

Feb 27

'Disgusted' by Inequity: Sabrina Salvati on Her New Documentary, 'Removed'

'Disgusted' by Inequity: Sabrina Salvati on Her New Documentary, 'Removed'

'Disgusted' by Inequity: Sabrina Salvati on Her New Documentary, 'Removed'

In her new documentary, “Removed: Black Erasure in Boston,” local filmmaker and podcaster Sabrina Salvati — better known as Sabby Sabs — takes viewers through the displacement of Blacks in the city.

Dec 19, 2025

Education

Professionals Tell 'HerStory' at Quincy School

Professionals Tell 'HerStory' at Quincy School

Professionals Tell 'HerStory' at Quincy School

A state superior court judge, a deputy fire department commissioner, an international affairs leader, and a journalist were among the women who shared their stories at the student-led “HerStory” exhibition on May 12 at the Josiah Quincy Upper School’s black box theater. The event’s aim: To showcase the history, experiences, and achievements of Chinese American and Asian American women in the workplace and public life.

May 24

Vikiana Petit-Homme poses with a copy of Geurrilla Mag in Dorchester earlier this May 2026.

Vikiana Petit-Homme poses with a copy of Geurrilla Mag in Dorchester earlier this May 2026.

Power in Print

Sampan sits down with the editor of Guerrilla Mag.

May 15

Review: Hubris, Lack of Direction Cheapen ‘Hey Yang, Where’s My Thousand Bucks?’

Review: Hubris, Lack of Direction Cheapen ‘Hey Yang, Where’s My Thousand Bucks?’

Review: Hubris, Lack of Direction Cheapen ‘Hey Yang, Where’s My Thousand Bucks?’

Sampan reviews 'Hey Yang, Where's My Thousand Bucks?'

Christopher John Stephens

May 14

Food

Panethnic Pourovers: 'We Are Truly Here to Help People'

Panethnic Pourovers: 'We Are Truly Here to Help People'

Panethnic Pourovers: 'We Are Truly Here to Help People'

Part library, part cultural center and part hangout, group says it is for all A fter feeling burnt out from her job as a software engineer a few years ago, Emily Goroza decided that she needed a change. At the same time, she realized how privileged she was to work in the corporate world. Then it struck her: She wanted to find a way to work that also allowed her to give back to the community. So, in 2023, Goroza, alongside a close friend and her now fiancé, started Panethnic P

Feb 27

Chinese Culture Connection's New HQ Serves Malden, Beyond

Chinese Culture Connection's New HQ Serves Malden, Beyond

Chinese Culture Connection's New HQ Serves Malden, Beyond

After 40 years in operation, the Chinese Culture Connection (CCC) of Malden has recently moved to a new location to better serve the community.

Jan 12

Heal the Hood

Heal the Hood

SNAP-ing Into Action!

When funding for SNAP food and nutrition help for poor and struggling families was in jeopardy, community groups came together to help.

Jan 9

Health

Report: Obesity Is Not an Equal Opportunity Threat to Health

Report: Obesity Is Not an Equal Opportunity Threat to Health

Report: Obesity Is Not an Equal Opportunity Threat to Health

Obesity is not an equal opportunity health problem. It varies greatly by race, ethnicity, sex and where people live – and racial minorities are often hardest hit by the nation’s obesity crisis.

Apr 27

Disease Expert: Keep Watch for TB, a Growing Global Concern

Disease Expert: Keep Watch for TB, a Growing Global Concern

Disease Expert: Keep Watch for TB, a Growing Global Concern

As World Tuberculosis Day approaches on March 24, Sampan is spreading the word about this sometimes fatal disease. We recently spoke with Dr. Tine Vindenes, chief of Geographic Medicine and Infectious Diseases at Tufts Medical Center. Dr. Vindenes also co-directs the Tuberculosis Clinic at Tufts.

Mar 13

Tufts Medical Center Grants Over $1.7M to Boston Nonprofit Groups

Tufts Medical Center has awarded more than $1.7 million in grants to nine Boston-based nonprofit organizations, including several in Chinatown. The medical center says the grants will be used over three years to address “unmet” health and health access needs that were highlighted in its 2026-2028 Community Health Needs Assessment. Through the grants, the community groups will support culturally competent behavioral health, social-emotional wellness, and substance use disorder

AACA Development

Mar 13

Leisure

Review: Hubris, Lack of Direction Cheapen ‘Hey Yang, Where’s My Thousand Bucks?’

Review: Hubris, Lack of Direction Cheapen ‘Hey Yang, Where’s My Thousand Bucks?’

Review: Hubris, Lack of Direction Cheapen ‘Hey Yang, Where’s My Thousand Bucks?’

Sampan reviews 'Hey Yang, Where's My Thousand Bucks?'

Christopher John Stephens

May 14

‘It’s Not About Me Anymore’

‘It’s Not About Me Anymore’

‘It’s Not About Me Anymore’

In honor of Mother’s Day, Sampan has interviewed four moms about what they’ve learned from raising their children, how they approach parenting and what they learned about their own upbringing as children of immigrant parents.

May 6

Artist Vivian Tran's art installation at Auntie Kay & Uncle Frank Chin Park on The Greenway is slated to run from April 23 to December 2026.

Artist Vivian Tran's art installation at Auntie Kay & Uncle Frank Chin Park on The Greenway is slated to run from April 23 to December 2026.

Artist Vivian Tran Spins Through Generations in Greenway Show

Artist Vivian Tran's art installation at Auntie Kay & Uncle Frank Chin Park on The Greenway is slated to run from April 23 to December 2026.

Apr 18

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Professionals Tell 'HerStory' at Quincy School

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Why Housing in Hub Is Too Pricey

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Power in Print

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'Flying Lessons' Film Navigates Life, Autism, and Death

Daria Mohan Zhang

Apr 17

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