This Week Inside The Asian Journal
The city of Los Angeles, mindful of the disproportionate toll extreme heat takes on its communities of color and low-income residents, on May 24 kicked off its Heat Relief 4 LA campaign.…
In this Part 2 of the series on the COVID-19 misinformation’s impact on the Filipino American community in Los Angeles County, the Asian Journal talks with health and academic experts to explore solutions to…
CALIFORNIA Attorney General Rob Bonta has vowed to pursue broader and concrete measures to improve reporting system on racial-related hate crimes. Bonta recently hosted a roundtable with Asian American and Pacific Islander…
Liloan, Cebu – The enchanting Rosquillos Festival culminated on a high note on Saturday (May 27) with the annual extravaganza not only tantalizing taste buds with its famous Rosquillos delicacy, but also…
𝘔𝘈𝘒𝘈𝘛𝘐 𝘊𝘐𝘛𝘠— The first ever Philippine hop-on hop-off bus tours was launched by the Department of Tourism (DOT) as it gathered industry stakeholders for kick-off of the tours on Sunday (May 28).…
DESPITE having arguably the highest number of health workers per capita in the community, Filipino Americans rank below other Asian populations in terms of vaccination rates. There are three possible contributing factors…
by PETER SCHURMANN Ethnic Media Services HATE crimes and hate[1]related incidents are on the rise nationwide and they are growing more violent, though prosecutions remain stubbornly low. That was one of the…
The Los Angeles County Board of Supervisors proclaimed June 12, 2023 as “Philippine Independence Day” in the county. The motion, authored by Chair of the Board Janice Hahn and coauthored by Supervisor…
Carson City, California – The South Bay community saw what was a well-attended event celebrating caregivers at Mayfest this past Sunday, May 7. Award-winning Filipino pop rock band Introvoys headlined the Main…
Plan focuses on innovation, sustainability, neighborhoods, trade and more SAN DIEGO – To plan for a prosperous future, the City of San Diego adopted a new three-year Economic Development Strategy (EDS) this…
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Dateline USA
As discrimination divides us, people and groups need to work together to counteract hate, says a panel of experts. The Act Against Hate Alliance on May 17 hosted a virtual discussion titled…
STANFORD — The Asian American community is one of the oldest in the U.S., yet still are viewed as “foreigners” by many Americans. “Discrimination has always shaped us. We have always been…
by April Dembosky, KQED and Amelia Templeton, Oregon Public Broadcasting and Carrie Feibel, KFF Health News Many of the unhoused people in Portland, Oregon, live in tents pitched on sidewalks or in…
Among developed nations the United States stands unique in the centrality of religion for millions of Americans. And as the population becomes more diverse, interfaith collaborations could be key to reversing the…
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Dateline Philippines
A California state senator has introduced a resolution to establish a sister state relationship with the Philippine province of Bulacan. Senator Anthony J. Portantino (D – Burbank), authored Senate Concurrent Resolution 57…
TAYABAS CITY – Nayong Pilipino Foundation’s (NPF) over 150 artifacts are on display at the Casa Comunidad de Tayabas in Quezon Province. Occupying the historical building is the collection of ethnographic artifacts…
CLARK FREEPORT — Having won the bid to host the MICECON 2024 at the Clark Freeport Zone in Pampanga, Clark Development Corporation (CDC) formally sealed its partnership with the Tourism Promotions Board…
MANILA – The Nayong Pilipino Foundation (NPF), in partnership with the Disc Golf Association of the Philippines (DGAP), officially launched the Nayong Pilipino Disc Golf Course with an inaugural tournament on Saturday…
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Business
PECHANGA Resort Casino has officially partnered with professional golfer Gabriella Then to act as their Ambassador to the Ladies Professional Golf Association (LPGA). Bill Anderson, Pechanga Resort Casino’s Chief Marketing Officer, announced…
SAN FRANCISCO – Consul General Neil Ferrer encouraged Filipino Americans to consider the Philippines as a launchpad for their startups in the event called “Balik*Bayan San Francisco: Come Back, Give Back.” The…
IF you got an email that seems to be from MetaMask or PayPal, stop. They’re phishing scams. The MetaMask fake says your cryptocurrencywallet is blocked. And, if you don’t act fast, click a…
AS I walked into the church auditorium, I was immediately welcomed by a half-dozen Titas. After I made my rounds saying hello and giving hugs, I sat next to my friend Jennifer,…
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Entertainment
After 10 years of being away from the Broadway stage, actor Paolo Montalban is back in the limelight on the musical Funny Girl. A veteran known for his captivating performances on stage…
“WE are honored to sponsor the Miss Filipina International since its ideals of nurturing women who are beautiful inside and out perfectly align with iSkin’s commitment to build confidence with services that…
IT’S a night to remember! Three seasonal top Filipino singers dubbed as ‘The Champions’ along with Joel Sebag, a renowned singer cum pianist, will perform on stage live at Pechanga Resort Casino…
Aladdin, the hit musical based on the Academy Award®-winning animated film, celebrated its 9th anniversary on Broadway last March. The hit musical opened at the New Amsterdam Theatre to critical acclaim on…
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Health
In this Part 2 of the series on the COVID-19 misinformation’s impact on the Filipino American community in Los Angeles County, the Asian Journal talks with health and academic experts to explore solutions to…
by Susan Jaffe California Healthline Medicare coverage for at-home COVID-19 tests ended last week, but the scams spawned by the temporary pandemic benefit could have lingering consequences for seniors. Medicare advocates around…
It was a regrettable mistake. But Kim Sylvester thought she was doing the right thing at the time. Her 80-year-old mother, Harriet Burkel, had fallen at her home in Raleigh, North Carolina,…
What use could health care have for someone who makes things up, can’t keep a secret, doesn’t really know anything, and, when speaking, simply fills in the next word based on what’s…
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Arts & Culture
LOS ANGELES, CA – The Hollywood Fringe Festival (HFF), an annual open-access, community-derived event celebrating freedom of expression and collaboration in the performing arts community, is coming back this summer for its…
TAYABAS CITY – Nayong Pilipino Foundation’s (NPF) over 150 artifacts are on display at the Casa Comunidad de Tayabas in Quezon Province. Occupying the historical building is the collection of ethnographic artifacts…
Oftentimes in the Filipino American community, there are conversations that are not had, specifically regarding emotions and the concept of “not being okay.” In his new book, “Is It Okay if I’m…
Caroline Garcia is a Filipino Australian who has been living in Brooklyn for five years now, exploring and rediscovering her Filipino identity through her art. Garcia’s Dancing on Axes and Spears, a four-month exhibition…
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Eat & Drink
THE history of street fairs in New York City can be traced back to the early 20th century when immigrant communities began organizing outdoor festivals to celebrate their cultural heritage. These events,…
Share the Love for Global Flavors The Philippines’ biggest international food and ingredients trade show is set to take place at the World Trade Center Metro Manila from May 26 to 28,…
EVERY Filipino household has had the delicious smell of adobo spread throughout their home, bringing a sense of warmth, happiness, and even nostalgia to those present. On April 16, attendees had the…
Marriott Hotel Manila means to bridge and continue important and heartwarming family traditions which create those winning moments with the launch of “Famsgiving Thursday” on April 20, 2023, a dining experience featuring…
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Travel
Liloan, Cebu – The enchanting Rosquillos Festival culminated on a high note on Saturday (May 27) with the annual extravaganza not only tantalizing taste buds with its famous Rosquillos delicacy, but also…
𝘔𝘈𝘒𝘈𝘛𝘐 𝘊𝘐𝘛𝘠— The first ever Philippine hop-on hop-off bus tours was launched by the Department of Tourism (DOT) as it gathered industry stakeholders for kick-off of the tours on Sunday (May 28).…
ROHNERT PARK – Excited to try your luck this blooming spring? Time to visit the Bay Area’s favorite gaming destination, Graton Resort & Casino. Join our exclusive $100,000 Bloomin’ Riches Giveaway on…
LOS ANGELES — Hundreds of Filipino American travel enthusiasts and tourism industry players recently flocked to the official launch of the Bisita, Be My Guest (BBMG) program of the Philippine Department of…
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Business Columnists
Q: Our employee handbook says we’re supposed to get meal breaks before the end of the 5th hour of our shift, but work gets so busy that I don’t have a chance…
On June 21, 2022, Pres. Biden signed into law the Bankruptcy Threshold Adjustment Act. It increased the Chapter 13 debt limits to a total of $2.75M without secured or unsecured separate categories.…
A common question that is asked by a person who has a pending immigration petition or application is “how much longer until USCIS makes a decision?” The question is understandable, in that…
Q: I worked in a company for over 10 years. A new supervisor and I do not get along. Last week, the company terminated me without any explanation. I do not have…
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Immigration Columnists
Generally, you must have resided in California for at least six months in order to file a divorce in this case. Under Family Code Section 2320, a judgment of marriage dissolution (divorce)…