Consumers Targeted by Fraudulent Texts Claiming Unpaid Tolls In recent months, scammers have been targeting motorists with fraudulent text messages claiming they owe unpaid tolls. These deceptive messages, designed to…
As the health of Pope Francis remains a critical concern, attention in the Catholic world is shifting toward the future leadership of the Church. With the pontiff grappling with ongoing…
NaFFAA Supports the ABC Act to Empower Filipino American Caregivers Washington, D.C. – The National Federation of Filipino American Associations (NaFFAA) strongly supports the Alleviating Barriers for Caregivers (ABC) Act,…
By Selen Ozturk Three weeks into Trump’s second presidency, press freedom is in danger for newsrooms nationwide. San Francisco radio station KCBS is facing a Federal Communications Commission (FCC) investigation…
By Sunita Sohrabji The abrupt shutdown of USAID-funded projects has sent shockwaves through the global health community, with experts warning of severe consequences for disease research, vaccine development, and international…
By Selen Ozturk The three weeks since President Trump’s inauguration has brought a regular slurry of executive orders — including one ending birthright citizenship. The order, issued on the first day…
By Ethnic Media Services Alejandra Molina | Boyle Heights Beat As reports of alleged U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) sightings flood social media and new interactive mapping platforms, immigrant rights…
In recent years, rising inflation has made it harder for many seniors to pay their expenses. This month, we’ll look at programs that can help with the cost of groceries…
By Pilar Marrero Which administration helped 3.5 million people complete the citizenship process, more than any other administration in history, issuing 4.3 million green cards for permanent residency? Which administration…
By Sunita Sohrabji California’s community health clinics, which serve an estimated 7 million low-income people annually, are facing possible federal and state budget cuts in the year ahead. President-elect Donald…
By Selen Ozturk The killing of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson sparked a national debate over rising health care costs and claim denials. AI is used to deny millions of health…
Happy 40th anniversary to the most amazing couple we know Joey and Ut! Your love and commitment are an inspiration to us all. Joey is the calm , cool ,…
By Sunita Sohrabji The little-known Oropouche virus is causing concern among public health experts. More than 10,000 cases have been identified this year, mainly in South America and the Caribbean….
By Selen Ozturk As California’s wildlife crisis deepens amid forester job shortages, the state has launched a new initiative to build up its forestry ranks. California has 33 million acres…
By Selen Ozturk As state ballot measures advancing health access are advancing nationwide, so are those restricting ballot access. In 2023 alone, 75 bills were introduced in state legislatures to…
Sponsored by JPMorganChase The holidays are a time to celebrate with loved ones, not falling victim to scams that can steal your cheer. Falling for a scam can lead…
The San Bernardino High School students who were named to the 2024–2025 Cardinal City Court celebrate with pageant founder Jaime Rios (5th from left). With Rios in photo are (from left)…
Bobby Rimas elected to help lead UCLA Lambda alumni ON November 18, 2024, California State University, Los Angeles Associate Professor and UCLA Fil-Am alumnus Bobby T. Rimas was elected by…
By Selen Ozturk The presidential election has left a country questioning outcomes on political violence, women, immigrants and the environment. Through all these issues, November 5 shattered public assumptions that…
By Selen Ozturk To level the playing field for students, California’s private colleges are now banned from favoring children of donors and alumni. The new law authored by California Assemblymember…
Lemuel Teofilo Lorenzana Balagot, celebrated restauranteur and beloved owner of LA Rose Cafe, Hollywood’s long-running Filipino cafe, passed peacefully in his sleep surrounded by his family on October 17th, 2024….
THE annual Medicare Open Enrollment Period runs from October 15, 2024, to December 7, 2024. Additionally, the State Health Insurance Marketplace Open Enrollment Period takes place from November 1, 2024,…
Maria Sanchez immigrated to the Chicago area from Mexico about 30 years ago. Now 87, she’s still living in the U.S. without authorization. Like many longtime immigrants, she has worked…
When Cynthia Ruiz turns on her kitchen faucet, she hears a slight squeak before cloudy fluid bursts out of the spout. The water in her Central Valley town of East…
The Los Angeles Dodgers claimed a historic victory in the 2024 World Series, defeating the New York Yankees in five games to secure their eighth championship title. This latest triumph…
Tatiana Yokoyama Bui’s campaign for the ABC Unified School District (ABCUSD) Board of Trustees, representing Area 4, is gaining attention not only for her platform but also for her rich…
Panorama City, October 28, 2024 — The Maligayang Noche Buena dinner and dance fundraiser brought together a spirited community of supporters and distinguished guests at Bamboo Bistro for an evening…
New York, NY – In a thrilling Game 4 of the World Series, the New York Yankees clinched an impressive 11-4 victory over the Los Angeles Dodgers, with Filipino-American shortstop…
Last week, I had the honor of representing my city and state – Artesia, CA at the White House Filipino American History Month Celebration. It has been quite the honor…
