Celebrating Unity: Filipino American Friendship Monument Marks 3 Years in Glendale
photos courtesy of Editha Maniquis Fuentes FABAG-GLAC honors legacy, leadership, and cultural pride at 3rd anniversary of historic community landmark GLENDALE, CA — The Filipino American Business Association of…
Tennis: Alex Eala Ousts Dutch Foe, Advances to Round-of-16 in Portugal
LISBON, PORTUGAL – April 16, 2025 – Filipina tennis sensation Alex Eala continues her strong run on the international stage, securing a spot in the Round-of-16 at the prestigious WTA 125…
IN THE MIX BY MIC DIAZ: JOLLY BOX GLOBAL TO HOLD ITS FUNDRAISER GALA IN NORWALK
The Filipino-American community in Los Angeles is brimming with all kinds of events every week, and there’s certainly one for everyone to attend. As the saying goes, “Get in where…
Full Steam Ahead: ADB Approves Final $1.45B Tranche for Malolos–Clark Railway Project
The ADB’s latest funding marks a major milestone for the Malolos–Clark Railway Project, reinforcing the Philippines’ commitment to modern infrastructure development. MANILA, Philippines (April 16, 2025) — The Asian Development…
Rodent Infestation Alert: Hantavirus Case Raises Concerns Over Household Safety
What You Need to Know About Hantavirus, Prevention Tips, and How to Keep Pests Away LOS ANGELES—A recent high-profile hantavirus case has thrust this rare but deadly disease back into…
Celebrating Unity: Filipino American Friendship Monument Marks 3 Years in Glendale
FABAG-GLAC honors legacy, leadership, and cultural pride at 3rd anniversary of historic community landmark GLENDALE, CA — The Filipino American Business Association of Glendale (FABAG-GLAC) proudly celebrated the 3rd anniversary…
Nora Aunor, Philippines’ Beloved Superstar and National Artist, Passes Away at 71
The Philippines mourns the loss of its beloved Superstar and National Artist for Film and Broadcast Arts, Nora Aunor. With a career spanning over six decades, Nora’s impact on Philippine entertainment…
Sky River Casino announces exciting spring promotions
ELK GROVE – Sky River Casino invites guests to embark on an exciting journey with two spectacular promotions launching this April. The “$500,000 Travel Around the World Giveaway” and “$130,000…
Graton Resort & Casino hosts ‘Topping Off’ ceremony to celebrate expansion milestone
Federated Indians of Graton Rancheria Chairman Greg Sarris signs the beam prior to lift off. Photos by Joseph Peralta/AJ Press ROHNERT PARK – Graton Resort & Casino (GRC) celebrated an…
Philippine Airlines Unveils First e-Wallet
Philippine Airlines (PAL) has unveiled its first-ever e-Wallet that allows passengers to store multiple PAL e-Cards in a single account. PAL e-Cards such as the PAL e-Gift Card, Dear PAL…
FIFA World Cup 26: Filipino American creatives take the spotlight
Rich Tu breaks down the vibrant symbolism behind his FIFA World Cup 26 NYNJ Official Poster, starting with the patchwork soccer ball at the center—representing the global fandom of the…
Mood-changing food
FOOD we eat can lift our mood and support our mental health. Eating chocolates or our favorite sweets induces the secretion of happy hormones in us. Those hormones include endorphins,…
Clark County approves Filipino Town cultural district in Las Vegas
Filipino community members celebrate after the Clark County Commission voted to approve the creation of the Filipino Town district along Maryland Parkway. IN a landmark move recognizing the vibrant Filipino community…
EARTHQUAKE RATTLES SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA, CENTERED NEAR JULIAN
A magnitude 5.2 earthquake struck near Julian, a historic town in Southern California, on April 14, 2025. Centered just south of the town, the tremor was felt across a wide…
Alex Eala’s Top-Seeded Debut at Oeiras Ladies Open Suspended by Rain
Photo from Alex Eala’s Facebook Account April 14, 2025 – Oeiras, Portugal – Filipina tennis star Alexandra “Alex” Eala’s historic debut as the No. 1 seed at the 2025 Oeiras…
OVERSEAS VOTING BEGINS FOR 2025 PHILIPPINE MIDTERM ELECTIONS
Filipinos abroad start casting ballots for senators and party-list groups LOS ANGELES – Overseas voting for the 2025 Philippine midterm elections officially began on Saturday, April 13, giving more than…
Eliminate Clutter from Your Life: The Transformative Power of an Organized Lifestyle
In a world overflowing with distractions, chaos often disguises itself as normal. We accumulate things—physical, emotional, digital—without realizing how much they weigh us down. But imagine a life where clarity…
President Trump Begins Stripping Funds from Sanctuary Cities, Ignites Legal Firestorm
WASHINGTON, D.C. — President Donald J. Trump has signed an executive directive ordering the Department of Justice and other federal agencies to begin cutting discretionary funding to sanctuary jurisdictions—reviving one…
Robin Padilla Endorses Imee Marcos in 2025 Senate Race Amid Rift with Administration
Senator Robin Padilla throws support behind Imee Marcos’ independent reelection bid, days after she left the administration coalition over Duterte’s arrest and ICC extradition. MANILA — Senator Robin Padilla,…
Don’t Miss Your Flight: REAL ID Required at Airports Starting May 7, 2025
Beginning May 7, 2025, the Transportation Security Administration (TSA) will no longer accept standard state-issued driver’s licenses for domestic air travel unless they are REAL ID-compliant. With the enforcement date…
PH EMBASSY COMPLETES FINAL LOCKDOWN AND SEALING OF ONLINE VOTING AND COUNTING SYSTEM
Consul General Donna Rodriguez (center), chairperson of the Embassy’s Special Board of Election Inspectors (SBEI) looks on as the status report from the Online Voting and Counting System (OVCS) is…
A Million Thanks, Pilita: Asia’s Queen of Songs Takes Her Final Bow at 85
She was more than just a voice—she was an era. From Cebu to global acclaim, Pilita Corrales captivated hearts across generations. Her music transcended language and borders, becoming a timeless…
Trump Administration Invalidates Immigrants’ Social Security Numbers to Encourage Self-Deportation
Trump Administration Invalidates Immigrants’ Social Security Numbers to Encourage Self-Deportation WASHINGTON, D.C. — In a move that has drawn widespread criticism and legal challenges, the Trump administration has reportedly invalidated…
Philippine Airlines Relaunches PAL Aviation School, Partners with Airways Aviation
Senior executives of Philippine Airlines and Airways Aviation headed by (seated from left) Airways Aviation Group CEO Australasia and Pacific Janet Dalby, PAL OIC Executive Vice President Atty. Carlos Luis…
CA Attorney General Bonta to the U.S. House of Representatives: Protect American Consumers from Predatory Overdraft Fees
“Why would we help the big banks at the expense of working people? “ Attorney General Bonta to the U.S. House of Representatives:… OAKLAND — California Attorney General Rob Bonta on April…
NAPCA: Awareness About Osteoporosis
In this column, we will aim to raise awareness about osteoporosis, highlighting the importance of early screening and timely diagnosis, with a special focus on older women in the Asian…
U.S. Postal Service Recommends New Prices for July
WASHINGTON, DC — The U.S. Postal Service today filed notice with the Postal Regulatory Commission (PRC) of mailing services price changes to take effect July 13. The new rates include…
Kay Sibal’s Broadway dream comes true in SIX
Kay Sibal | Photo from Instagram/@KaySibal For Kay Sibal, stepping onto a Broadway stage for the first time in SIX is nothing short of a dream come true. As she made her…
My encounters with Philippine presidents
AJ columnist Rogelio Medina with a piece of artwork by the late Pres. Cory Aquino. Photos compiled by Rogelio Medina I AM fortunate to have had personal encounters with presidents…
Celebrating 20 YEARS of Legacy: MIAS DRIVEN BY CONNECTIONS
Get ready to shift gears and turn on the ignition, because the Manila International Auto Show (MIAS) 2025 is now officially open, celebrating its 20th year since its first inception…
