Source: Sing Tao Daily
Liu Aides Entrapped, Say Shocked Chinatown Voters
![22 February 2013 - New York, NY [New York City comptroller John Liu takes part in a mayoral candidate forum on the future of mass transit on February 22, 2013.] 02/22/13 Photograph by Brock Stoneham](http://voicesofny.org/scripts/loadCDN.php?img=389/files/2013/05/john-liu-e1367610965791-300x244.jpg "John Liu")
Many Chinese voters were jarred by yesterday's guilty verdict of Comptroller John Liu's former campaign treasurer Jenny Hou and his fundraiser Oliver Pan, reports Sing Tao Daily, which provides an intimate look into a disillusioned community.
Bird Flu’s No Reason Not to Fly, Say Doctors
The spread of bird flu in China has caused some in the local Chinese community to reconsider trips to the region, reports Sing Tao Daily. But health organizations in New York assure there's no reason to panic and provided tips for preventing infections.
Chinese Answer Call for Help After Earthquake
A round-up of Chinese newspapers on the Sichuan earthquake indicate the rapid response of local immigrants and organizations when it comes to donating money and helping with relief efforts in the western Chinese province.
Child Immigrant Turned Pulitzer Winner
Sing Tao Daily profiles InsideClimate News' Lisa Song, the 26-year-old Boston-based Pulitzer Prize winner whose celebration of the award was cut short by the bombings. A background of immigrating at 6, a science degree at MIT, and working for a small media outlet turned into the winning formula.
Permit System for Intercity Buses Backfires
The implementation of a new permit system for intercity buses is causing more and more troubles in Chinatown, pitting the community board, shop owners and bus companies, Sing Tao Daily reported in its print edition April 10.
Embattled Halloran Could Pave Way for Return of Old Rival
In 2009, Kevin Kim lost to Councilman Dan Halloran in a heated campaign fraught with accusations of racism. With Halloran now charged in a bribery scheme, Kim is considering to run again for the seat, reports Sing Tao Daily. But it won't be easy.
Divided by Affirmative Action? A Diversified Asian Community Facing New Challenge
This Dec. 26, 2012 story from Sing Tao Daily, about the pros and cons of affirmative action from an Asian American perspective, won first prize in the 2013 Ippies Journalism Awards for best story about an immigrant community.
Chinese Asylum Seekers Worried After Law Firm Raids
Sing Tao Daily follows-up on last month's FBI raids of Chinatown law firms. Clients of the firms expressed concerns on whether they would get ensnared into the raids. The article profiles a green card holder whose case is now being re-examined by the court.
Asylum Fraud Arrests Don’t Surprise Many in Chinatown
The FBI arrest of 26 people in Chinatown, among them attorneys, translators, law firm and church employees, on immigration fraud charges involving false asylum claims didn't surprise many, the Sing Dao Daily reported.
China Expats Use Rock Music to Help Needy Students Back Home
An organization started by Chinese international students in the United States holds rock concerts to raise money to send underprivileged children back home to school, reports Sing Tao Daily.
