Faith Across Generations: A Holy Week Remembered
For many Filipinos who grew up in the Philippines during the 1970s through the early 2000s, Holy Week was more than just a time for churchgoing—it was a sacred rhythm…
Alex Eala Eyes French Open Debut After Portugal Exit: Full Clay Season Schedule Revealed
Photo credit: Alex Eala/Facebook After a hard-fought loss at the Oeiras Ladies Open, Filipina tennis star Alex Eala gears up for the European clay season — with Madrid, Rome, and…
Health Horizons Summit: Celebrating health, business, and the bayanihan spirit
MEETING OF THE MINDS. Co-hosts of the upcoming Health Horizons Summit gather to finalize event plans. Photo above shows (from left) Shan Serran, vice president, SFFACC; Tim Schulze, Associate COO,…
Janine Gutierrez Mourns the Loss of Grandmothers Nora Aunor and Pilita Corrales Just Days Apart
Janine Gutierrez with her Grandmas – Asian’s Queen of Songs, Ms.Pilita Corrales and Philippine “Superstar” and National Artist, Nora Aunor. – Photo Courtesy of Janine Gutierrez, Nora Aunor and Pilita…
Martin Nievera Named Grand Marshal for Carson’s 2025 Philippine Independence Day
Martin Nievera will be the Grand Marshall and Headliner for the June 7, 2025 Philippine independence day Celebration in Carson City. Photo by Nicanor B. Arriola Martin Nievera will lead…
Social Security Administration Backs Trump Memorandum to Prevent Illegal Aliens from Receiving Benefits
Agency outlines measures to protect $1.5 trillion in annual benefit programs, stepping up enforcement of President Trump’s directive to block undocumented immigrants from receiving Social Security benefits amid growing scrutiny…
California Sues Trump Administration Over “Unlawful” Tariffs Threatening State’s Economy
Governor Gavin Newsom of CA California has filed a lawsuit against the Trump administration, challenging sweeping tariffs imposed without congressional approval. The state says the tariffs threaten businesses, jobs, and…
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…
