California’s Population Rises Again, Debunking the Myth of Decline
State Adds 108,000 Residents in 2024, Reaching 39.5 Million Sacramento – California’s population grew by 108,000 people in 2024, reaching 39,529,000 residents as of January 1, 2025, according to the…
Apl.de.ap Speaks Out After Vancouver Festival Attack: “We Are Devastated, But We Are Not Alone”
apl.de.ap | File photos Filipino-American artist mourns victims of the Vancouver tragedy and calls for unity within the Filipino community Filipino-American artist Apl.de.ap of the Black Eyed Peas has broken…
Bob Filner, Former San Diego Mayor, Filipino Veterans Advocate, Dies at 82
Bob Filner Source: Wikimedia Commons License: U.S. government public domain Known for championing Filipino WWII veterans’ compensation, Filner’s legacy is marked by both achievement and controversy. San Diego, CA –…
Plating Grace: How Fr. Leo Patalinghug Turned Filipino Roots, Faith, and Food into a Global Ministry
From the kitchen to the altar, the Filipino American priest and celebrity chef inspires people worldwide with a unique blend of spiritual nourishment and culinary passion—empowering lives through faith, food,…
ASIAN AMERICAN ADVERTISING FEDERATION (3AF) RELEASES 3AF IMPACT 50 –THE MOST IMPACTFUL ADVERTISERS REACHING ASIAN AMERICAN CONSUMERS
Los Angeles, CA – In celebration of Asian Pacific Islander American Heritage Month, the Asian American Advertising Federation (3AF) announces the 3AF Impact 50, recognizing outstanding companies marketing to Asian…
Ricky Davao, Celebrated Actor and Director, Dies at 63
Photo credit : Aradavao Instagram page Philippine film, TV, and theater lose one of their most respected talents MANILA – Ricky Davao, the acclaimed Filipino actor and director known for…
Mayor Bass Proposes Layoffs to Address $1 Billion Budget Deficit
More Than 1,600 City Workers at Risk as LA Faces Deep Cuts; Public Hearings Begin LOS ANGELES – Confronting a nearly $1 billion shortfall, Mayor Karen Bass has introduced a…
Janice Israel Delima: ‘Being a mother is a responsibility, not ownership’
Janice Israel Delima with her children (from left) Saviona, Karl and Noah. Photos compiled by Rogelio Medina AS we celebrate Mother’s Day on May 11, allow me to honor mothers…
LPGA stars compete in annual pro-am at Journey at Pechanga
Fil-Am golfers Abegail Arevalo, Tisha Alyn and Amari Avery participated in the 12th Pechanga Pro-Am held in Temecula, CA on April 8, 2025. Photos by Joseph Peralta/AJ Press TOP Ladies…
My personal encounter with Cardinal Luis Antonio Tagle
Cardinal Luis Antonio Tagle (left) with AJ columnist Rogelio Constantino Medina. Photo courtesy of Rogelio Medina I vividly remember I asked Cardinal Luis Antonio Tagle why St. Andrew’s School (SAS)…
The Sign of the Cross
Today is Sunday, the Day of the Lord. While all days of the week belong to the Lord, Sunday is the special day that God has given us to rest…
A Healthy Community Is a Clean Community: Working Together, We Can Clean Up California and Help It Shine Bright
By: Rejie Baloyos, Community Advocate and Executive Director at ARI California has long been the place where dreams come to life—a land of hope and possibility for people from every…
Vancouver Tragedy: Filipino Community Mourns as Global Leaders Express Solidarity
Photo from Inquirer.net VANCOUVER, Canada— A vibrant celebration of Filipino culture turned into a day of grief and tragedy after a devastating vehicle attack at the Lapu-Lapu Day Festival in…
California Defies Trump’s Renewed Crackdown on Sanctuary Cities
A federal judge blocks Trump’s attempt to cut funding to sanctuary cities as California vows to defend its immigrant protections. LOS ANGELES, CA – California is once again on a…
MARRIOTT INTERNATIONAL AND CG HOSPITALITY ANNOUNCE AGREEMENT TO LAUNCH THE FARM AT SAN BENITO, AUTOGRAPH COLLECTION IN THE PHILIPPINES
(From Left To Right:) Mr. Rajan Uttamchandani, Director, The Farm at San Benito; Mr. Rahul Chaudhary, Managing Director, CG Corp Global and CG Hospitality Global; Dr. Binod Chaudhary, Chairman of…
Wellness Leaders Gather for Landmark In-Person Assembly at Okada Manila
MANILA — The Wellness Tourism Association of the Philippines (WeTAP) successfully hosted a landmark in-person General Membership Meeting and Pledge of Membership Ceremony on April 28, 2025, at the wellness-inspired…
Federal Judge Temporarily Halts Enforcement of Nevada’s Parental Notification Abortion Law
Las Vegas, NV – A federal judge has temporarily blocked the enforcement of a decades-old Nevada law requiring parental notification for minors seeking abortions, amid ongoing legal challenges in the…
Nevada Officials Warn Seniors of Social Security Scams Amid Soaring National Fraud Losses
LAS VEGAS – Nevada officials are urging seniors to be vigilant in the face of rising fraud schemes, particularly those involving scammers impersonating Social Security Administration (SSA) representatives. This warning…
PBBM Joins World Leaders in Vatican to Bid Farewell to Pope Francis
Photo credit ; Philippine Information Agency The Philippines honors the late pontiff as President Marcos and First Lady attend historic funeral with global dignitaries and royalty VATICAN CITY — President…
Trump’s First 100 Days: Big Changes, Big Challenges
In his first 100 days, President Trump approached Washington the way he once ran his business empire— fast moving, cutting deep, challenging old structures, and betting that bold, high-risk changes…
PHILSME Business Expo Unveils Powerhouse Speaker Lineup and Exclusive Activities for 2025 Edition
MANILA, PHILIPPINES – The 16th Philippine SME Business Expo (PHILSME), happening on May 9-10, 2025, at the SMX Convention Center in Pasay City, is setting the stage for an inspiring…
Vancouver Filipino Community Mourns, Honors Victims as New Details Emerge
The day after the Vancouver Lapu-Lapu Day Festival incident, police continue to secure the scene at East 41st Avenue. Photo credit – Photo by A. Malabanan, Wikimedia Commons, CC BY-SA…
2 journalists write COVID diary based on years in China
Filipino-American journalists Rene Pastor and his wife Cristina DC Pastor did not expect the heavy knock on the door of their Beijing apartment one night in 2020. It was time…
Baryo HiFi Returns May 3 to Historic Filipinotown with Multigenerational Lineup, Expanded Marketplace, and Cultural Programming
Los Angeles, CA — April 27, 2025 — After drawing over 10,000 attendees last year, Baryo HiFi returns for its second annual celebration on Saturday, May 3, 2025, transforming Historic…
Piolo Pascual Sparks Dating Rumors After Beach Photo with Model Kim Rivera
Photo From Instagram Page of Kim Rivera Is Piolo Pascual dating again? A viral photo with model Kim Rivera has fans speculating about the actor’s love life. Here’s what we…
Three Filipino Cardinals to Vote in Historic Papal Conclave
ROME, Italy – As the bells of St. Peter’s Basilica tolled farewell to Pope Francis, a new chapter in Catholic history quietly unfolded: for the first time, three Filipino cardinals will…
Vancouver Filipino Festival Tragedy: Canadian PM Carney and Philippine President Marcos Offer Condolences
Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney Photo: Policy Exchange via Wikimedia Commons (CC BY 2.0) World leaders mourn the victims of the Vancouver Lapu-Lapu Day festival tragedy, where a deadly vehicle…
Tragedy Strikes Vancouver’s Lapu Lapu Day Festival: Multiple Fatalities After Vehicle Drives Into Crowd
VANCOUVER, BC – What began as a vibrant celebration of Filipino culture turned into tragedy Saturday evening when a vehicle drove into a crowd at Vancouver’s Lapu Lapu Day Block Party,…
Philippines Opens Doors to Digital Nomads with New Visa Program
Seeking to tap into the expanding global remote workforce, President Ferdinand “Bongbong” Marcos Jr. has signed Executive Order No. 86, officially authorizing the creation of a Digital Nomad Visa (DNV)…
Pope Francis Laid to Rest: Royals, World Leaders, and the Faithful Gather at St. Peter’s Basilica
In death as in life, Pope Francis chose simplicity: a modest casket, carried before the faithful at St. Peter’s Basilica in a final act of humility. Photo Credit : Photo:…
