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Chai o’clock: NJ Desis brew a new cafe culture

Chai o’clock: NJ Desis brew a new cafe culture

Chai cafes are cropping up around the state as the diaspora brings South Asian-style socializing to the West.

Ragini Subramanian

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May 12, 2026


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Atlantic City becomes a hub for Desi entertainment

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Essay: Riz Ahmed doesn’t just represent us, he lets us exist

Essay: Riz Ahmed doesn’t just represent us, he lets us exist

The author explains why it matters that identity isn't the plot in "BAIT."

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Chai o’clock: NJ Desis brew a new cafe culture

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May 12, 2026

Chai o’clock: NJ Desis brew a new cafe culture

Chai cafes are cropping up around the state as the diaspora brings South Asian-style socializing to the West.

Ragini Subramanian
Ragini Subramanian
The East Coast's only transitional home for South Asian survivors is in NJ

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May 5, 2026

The East Coast's only transitional home for South Asian survivors is in NJ

How Manavi is helping domestic violence survivors rebuild their lives.

Aysha Qamar
Aysha Qamar
Atlantic City becomes a hub for Desi entertainment

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Apr 28, 2026

Atlantic City becomes a hub for Desi entertainment

A Bollywood concert draws South Asian community to Atlantic City.

Navya Asopa
Navya Asopa
Essay: Riz Ahmed doesn’t just represent us, he lets us exist

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Apr 21, 2026

Essay: Riz Ahmed doesn’t just represent us, he lets us exist

The author explains why it matters that identity isn't the plot in "BAIT."

Aysha Qamar
Aysha Qamar
Video: Desi groups advocate for immigrant rights on Capitol Hill

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Apr 14, 2026

Video: Desi groups advocate for immigrant rights on Capitol Hill

Joti Rekhi was on the ground for a historic first convening of the South Asian Coalition.

Joti Rekhi
Joti Rekhi
Desi duo highlights humanity in spice trade

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Apr 7, 2026

Desi duo highlights humanity in spice trade

Philly event showcases a cookbook by South Asian women leading a culinary revolution.

Ifrah Akhtar
Ifrah Akhtar
Dr. Kani's Take: Why are my kids not talking to me anymore?

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Mar 31, 2026

Dr. Kani's Take: Why are my kids not talking to me anymore?

For Desi parents facing a rift with their children, understanding common themes of control and criticism is the first step toward healing.

Kani Ilangovan
Kani Ilangovan
Pull-ups and pakoras: How Desi Muslims navigated fitness during Ramadan

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Mar 24, 2026

Pull-ups and pakoras: How Desi Muslims navigated fitness during Ramadan

Gym-goers shared their tips on eating well and maintaining workout routines during the holy month.

Astha Lakhankar
Astha Lakhankar
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