To stand firm in defense of our democracy
The late President Noynoy Aquino. Photos compiled by Rogelio Medina DURING last Independence Day celebration, I was reminded of the call of my friend, the late President Noynoy Aquino, to…
Fil-Am community welcomes Bahai Deals, the largest direct-to-developer property listing for Filipinos in North America
From left: Talino Ventures Studios President and CEO Winston Damarillo; DTI Trade Service Officer Eric C. Elnar; Philippine Consulate General of Los Angeles Consul General Adelio Angelito S. Cruz; and…
My encounter with Max Soliven
Max Soliven (seated, 3rd from left) with boxer Gabriel “Flash” Elorde (1st from left) and journalist-politician Ninoy Aquino (2nd from left). Photo courtesy of Rogelio Medina MY personal encounter with…
The Birth of the Filipino Nation
This photo shows a cultural heritage property in the Philippines (ID: PH-40-0023) taken on 28 September 2012. Photo by Mark Kevin. Why June 12 is celebrated as Philippine Independence Day…
P-pop kings SB19 bring ‘Simula at Wakas’ world tour to Pechanga Resort Casino
TEMECULA – Get ready for an unforgettable evening of music and entertainment as SB19, one of the Philippines’ most electrifying pop sensations, takes the stage at Pechanga Resort Casino on…
Janet Napoles Once Again Convicted in New Graft Case; Other Legal Outcomes Mixed
Janet Napoles is currently detained at the Correctional Institution for Women in Mandaluyong, where she is serving multiple prison terms—including a life sentence for plunder and additional convictions for graft,…
Filipino Among 11 Immigrants With Serious Criminal Records Arrested in ICE Raid
Photo source U.S Immigration and Customs Enforcement LOS ANGELES — A 55-year-old undocumented Filipino immigrant was among 11 individuals apprehended in recent immigration enforcement operations by U.S. Immigration and Customs…
Senate Confirms Duterte Impeachment Trial Will Resume Under 20th Congress
With the 19th Congress adjournment on June 13, the impeachment proceedings are now in recess. The chamber will reconvene as an impeachment court to hear the case against Vice President Sara…
Fil-Am families seek immigration advice in part 1 of picnic at the park in this Sunday’s brand-new episode of Citizen Pinoy
Rowena with Atty. Gurfinkel THIS Sunday, “Citizen Pinoy” presents another inspiring edition of “Your Tanong, My Sagot” — this time from a lively Memorial Day picnic hosted by the Philippine-American…
Beans in Spain
DURING our recent 13-day cruise in Madeira (Portugal), and Bilbao (Spain, where a Guggenheim Museum is), and the autonomous Canary Islands of Tenerife and Lanzarote (Spain), via the Port in…
Hotel Sogo and Hikari Skin Essentials Launch “Glow More & Stay More” Self-Care Campaign
MANILA, Philippines – Hotel Sogo and local skincare brand Hikari Skin Essentials have teamed up to promote simple and affordable self-care, rest, and wellness. Their new campaign, “Glow More &…
Manny Pacquiao Inducted into International Boxing Hall of Fame
Manny Pacquiao Social Media Account Eight-Division Champion Honored for a Storied Career That Transcended the Sport CANASTOTA, NY — Boxing icon and former Philippine senator Manny “PacMan” Pacquiao was officially…
California and Trump Escalate Battle Over National Guard Deployment
GOVERNOR GAVIN NEWSOM Source : Office of the Governor of California LOS ANGELES — The legal and political confrontation between California and President Donald Trump escalated sharply on Tuesday, as…
SENATE RETURNS IMPEACHMENT COMPLAINT VS. VP SARA DUTERTE TO HOUSE FOR REVIEW
Members of the 19th Congress of the Philippines at the Senate Session Hall. (Courtesy of the Senate of the Philippines) Standing, from left: Senators Ronald “Bato” Dela Rosa, Christopher “Bong” Go, Mark Villar, Lito Lapid,…
Travel and Lifestyle Expo 2025 to Ignite Global Passions with the Theme: “Travel. Explore. Discover. Roam.”
Makati City, Philippines – JJ Events Management proudly announces the highly anticipated Travel and Lifestyle Expo 2025, set to take place on August 29, 30, and 31, 2025, at Activity…
Graduation 2025: Beyond the Cap and Gown, The Power to Shape What Comes Next
Each spring, graduation ceremonies across the United States mark the culmination of years of academic effort. As diplomas are conferred and celebratory music fills the air, graduates step into an…
PFA Joins Global Celebration of First-Ever World Franchise Day with Regional Franchise Fair in Antipolo
The Philippine Franchise Association (PFA) proudly joins the global franchising community in celebrating the inaugural World Franchise Day on June 11, 2025, a newly declared annual observance established by the…
Three Filipino-American Artists Take Center Stage at the 2025 Tony Awards
Nicole Scherzinger – Tony Awardee for Best Leading Actress in a Musical for Sunset Blvd (photo from @nicolescherzinger instagram page) Nicole Scherzinger, Darren Criss, and Marco Paguia made history at the…
Marcos’ ₱20 Rice Program Begins Bacolod Rollout, Eyes Nationwide Expansion by Yearend
The “Benteng Bigas Meron Na” program offers rice at ₱20 per kilo to eligible beneficiaries, funded by government subsidies and supported by the NFA’s above-market procurement scheme to benefit rice…
Trump Deploys National Guard to Los Angeles as Immigration Protests Escalate
Photo Credit : Army National Guard LOS ANGELES, June 8, 2025 — President Donald Trump has ordered the deployment of 2,000 National Guard troops to Los Angeles following a wave of…
‘Surfing Barbie’ in Filipiniana Sparks Pride and Controversy Ahead of Philippine Independence Day
Polish model Karolina Sankiewicz’s surfing tribute in a Filipiniana gown with the Philippine flag goes viral—drawing praise and concern over the use of national symbols. DUBAI — A video showing…
A Scholar’s Ascent: Filipino-American Biologist Michael Purugganan to Lead NYU’s Arts and Science Division
From the Philippines to the pinnacle of American academia, the evolutionary biologist takes on a new chapter of leadership at New York University NEW YORK — When Dr. Michael Purugganan walks…
A Camp Reclaimed: After Decades of Disputes, the Philippines Charts a New Course for Camp John Hay
BAGUIO CITY, PHILIPPINES — Camp John Hay, the storied mountain estate once reserved for American military rest and recreation, is undergoing another transition—this time under Philippine control and interim private sector…
Trump pushes for July 4 deadline on immigration and tax bill
President Donald Trump urges swift passage of his sweeping tax and immigration proposal—dubbed the “One Big Beautiful Bill Act”—which seeks to extend tax cuts, impose stricter immigration rules, and slash…
Border Reset: San Diego Facility Closed as Illegal Crossings Plunge 96%
The Trump administration shutters a key migrant center in San Diego following historic lows in border crossings, ramping up enforcement while critics warn of legal and humanitarian consequences. SAN DIEGO…
H Mart Expands into Bakery & Café Franchise Business
“Accelerating the Growth of ‘Ten Thousand’ & ‘L’AMI’ Brands” ‘Ten Thousand’ is a global specialty coffee brand that began in Sydney, Australia in 2020. It currently operates in the U.S.,…
HIV Cases in PH Surge 500% Among Youth, DOH Seeks National Health Emergency Declaration
Amid the silence, stigma, and vulnerability surrounding the country’s rising HIV crisis, Filipino youth face growing risks. With cases among ages 15 to 25 surging by 500%, health officials are…
Celebrating Philippine Independence: A day of culture and community at Irvine Valley College
ON Saturday, June 14, 2025, everyone is invited to join the vibrant Filipino community for the highly anticipated Philippine Independence Day celebration. This free event will take place at Irvine…
My conversations with Janice de Belen
Actress Janice de Belen (right) with AJ columnist Rogelio Medina. JANICE de Belen, having been in show business for over three decades, has matured as a self-learned person that has…
My dad Antonio Medina was an LVN actor
At the then-LVN Museum, photos of actor Joseph Estrada (upmost left), actor Antonio Medina (over the gun), producer Doña Narcisa Buencamino de Leon (on the table beside the many awards),…
