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Stony Asian Mart reopens as Zheng's Asian Market under new ownership

Stony Asian Mart reopens as Zheng’s Asian Market under new ownership

Jenna Zaza, Managing Editor September 22, 2024

This summer, the old Stony Asian Mart reopened as Zheng’s Asian Market, anticipating a brighter, healthier future under new ownership. Frank Zheng and his wife, Jackie Chen, fulfilled their long-awaited...

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Transgender artist releases anthem of empowerment and unapologetic self-expression in latest EP

Transgender artist releases anthem of empowerment and unapologetic self-expression in latest EP

Jenna Zaza, Managing Editor June 29, 2024

Transgender artist Ellie turns the ancient myth of the Garden of Eden on its head, crafting a lush and sonically intricate extended play (EP) that is a vibrant celebration of transgender identity and...

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At the entrance of the Jeonju Hanok Village is a rock sign with the engravings "Jeonju Hanok Village" in Korean, Chinese and English. JENNA ZAZA/THE STATESMAN

How to spend a perfect day in Jeonju, South Korea

Jenna Zaza, Managing Editor June 5, 2024

This new feature in The Statesman will be written by our writers currently in Stony Brook University’s study abroad programs. It will feature their experiences and tips for studying and traveling...

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Stephen Dunbar-Johnson speaking at a podium on stage in an Ewha Woman's University lecture hall.

New York Times President, International highlights importance of free press in sustaining democracy

Jenna Zaza, Managing Editor May 31, 2024

“Neither a free press nor democracy can survive without the other,” said the President, International of The New York Times Company Stephen Dunbar-Johnson. “A free press is not a given. It is...

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The restaurant sign for Grandmother's Recipe lights up at night. Grandmother's Recipe is a homey Korean eatery that features the love woven into Korean cooking. JENNA ZAZA/THE STATESMAN

Four noteworthy pescatarian restaurants in Seoul

Jenna Zaza, Arts and Culture Editor April 10, 2024
To make your travel planning easier, here are some noteworthy pescatarian Seoul restaurants, some of which also have vegetarian dishes. 
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A photo of Oedaemun Gate, a historical landmark in central Seoul. Adapting to daily life in Seoul is much harder than a New Yorker would expect. JENNA ZAZA/THE STATESMAN

Adapting to life in Seoul after living in New York City

Jenna Zaza, Arts and Culture Editor April 9, 2024
As an exchange student from such a chaotic city, I was unprepared for the culture shocks of seemingly-minute activities of everyday life in South Korea. 
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The promotional poster for Netflix's show "Heartstopper" season three. PUBLIC DOMAIN

Lack of intersectional transgender experiences in “Heartstopper”

Jenna Zaza, Arts and Culture Editor April 4, 2024

Netflix will release the third season of its prideful series “Heartstopper” this upcoming October. As fans and critics eagerly wait to see their beloved cast on screen once more, let’s evaluate...

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Sinleedoga's picturesque Hanok courtyard beckons visitors with its tranquil ambiance and timeless charm. This photo was taken Feb. 23. In the warmer months, the courtyard overflows with vibrant greenery. JENNA ZAZA/THE STATESMAN 

Top 5 must visit cafes in Seoul, Korea that might not show up in your social media feeds

Jenna Zaza, Arts and Culture Editor March 19, 2024

This new feature in The Statesman will be written by our writers currently in Stony Brook University’s study abroad programs. It will feature their experiences and tips for studying and traveling...

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Colby Kelly works in the wardrobe department in the film industry. His pervious role was truck costumer for CBS' Equalizer season three. COURTESY OF COLBY KELLY

Film costumer Colby Kelly blends career aspirations with the quest for happiness

Jenna Zaza, Arts and Culture Editor March 3, 2024

Colby Kelly hopped on the Zoom call with a smile stretching from ear to ear. He is a truck costumer responsible for managing and organizing costumes on film sets, ensuring actors’ comfort and overseeing...

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Multimedia artist Vita Kari blends virality with authenticity in captivating art performance

Jenna Zaza, Arts and Culture Editor February 18, 2024
Cheap burger joints abound in Astor Place, mere steps away from one another. For most, these establishments are nothing more than quick bites, but for multimedia artist Vita Kari, it’s home to the beginnings of their artistic journey.
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Laughs and shivers collide in the dark comedic thrill ride that is “Sweeney Todd”

Jenna Zaza, Arts and Culture Editor February 10, 2024
As the dimly-lit stage comes to life with the haunting melodies of brass instruments and synthesizers, an eerie fog curls around the set of 19th-century London, casting a mesmerizing spell over the audience. “Sweeney Todd: The Demon Barber of Fleet Street” transports theatergoers to a world where the line between morality and madness blurs into a macabre dance.
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Muddy Paws Rescue is paving the way for happy tails and forever homes

Jenna Zaza, Arts and Culture Editor January 29, 2024
Since Muddy Paws Rescue’s formation in early 2016, they have saved more than 7,600 dogs with placements in at least 1,500 foster homes. However, the impacts of Muddy Paws Rescue’s efforts don’t stop when a foster dog is adopted.
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