THE Filipino American Symphony Orchestra (FASO) presents CELEBRATION! featuring the music of Filipino singer and composer Jose Mari Chan and internationally recognized Filipino and classical suites. This concert is the orchestra’s return to in-person events since their last production in 2019, which makes this evening an extra special one not to be missed. Under the…
By Jenny Manrique/Ethnic Media Services Health experts say that even as more people are vaccinated and boosted, the corona virus is here to stay. And they warn that future variants will likely keep medical practitioners and researchers on their toes as they work to keep both infections and the severity of infections down. Their message…
Comprehensive Community Health Centers (CCHC) in partnership with LA Care, Health Net, Valley Presbyterian Hospital and Blue Shield of California invites members of the multicultural community to CCHC National Health Center Week (NHCW) – Multicultural Health Fair and Children’s Appreciation Day celebration to be held on Saturday, August 13, 2022, 9:30 a.m. at the Clinic…
ON July 30, 2022, at the legendary Bella Vista Polo Ranch in Santa Barbara, “Celebrating Life” (www.celebratinglife.la) had its extravagant debut with a flamboyant event, international guests and media. The innovative company creates global events and exclusive experiences, creating a kaleidoscopic way to unite business, entertainment, fashion, finance, music and sports. Award winning producer, Valentina…
AS part of California’s ongoing response to the monkeypox outbreak, Governor Gavin Newsom on August 1 declared a State of Emergency to bolster the state’s vaccination efforts. The proclamation supports the work underway by the California Department of Public Health and others in the administration to coordinate a whole-of-government response to monkeypox, seek additional vaccines…
A Los Angeles-based Filipino American organization is raising awareness on anti-Asian hate through cultural programing and sharing stories of community members. Pilipino Workers Center, which is located in Historic Filipinotown, launched the “Stop AAPI Hate” campaign and hosted a private in-person concert for Filipino human trafficking survivors, victims of hate and racism, and community social…
THE past two pandemic years were not particularly focused on flying or fashion events. However, given how well the Philippines’ tourism and fashion industries are currently doing and how they are both contributing to the country’s economic recovery, these have become rekindled passions. The Asia Pacific Fashion Week (APFW), which was postponed for two years…
The United States announces Dominic Ng, Chairman and CEO of East West Bank, who was appointed as a U.S. member of the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) Business Advisory Council (ABAC) on April 25, will serve as the Chair during the United States’ APEC host year in 2023. In this role, Mr. Ng will work closely…
LOS Angeles vaccination sites will start administering the Novavax vaccine beginning Wednesday, August 3. The Novavax vaccine was recommended by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) earlier this month. Unlike the Pfizer-BioNTech and Moderna vaccines, the Novavax vaccine was developed without the use of mRNA technology. The vaccine was found to be 90%…
A JUDGE in Southern California embraced a new state law allowing victims to claim coercive control, that was designed to tip the balance in favor of women seeking child custody and restraining orders. It didn’t take long for Emily Caesar to realize that her husband Trevor had to have his way on everything — how…
Oliver Tolentino received a great honor this week when the organizers of Vienna Fashion Week announced the invitation for the fashion designer to present at MQ VIENNA FASHION WEEK.22 (MQVFW.22) this coming September in Vienna, Austria. Aurum 999,9 MagBook, the luxury coffee table magazine book, will sponsor Tolentino’s show. Tolentino, who is based in Beverly…
Award-winning indie film announces multi-city national release at Comic-Con San Diego UC Culminating a remarkable film festival circuit run and at the conclusion of a packed San Diego Comic-Con panel and sold out premiere screening,, “Lumpia With a Vengeance,” the popular, award-winning, Filipino American indie comedy feature, gave its fans news that they had hoped…
A Street Food Showcase, free concerts by Original Pilipino Music (OPM) legends, and a fashion show by innovative Filipino couturiers are just some of the expected highlights of Fiesta In America’s re-launch this summer. After a two-year pause following a 22-year run, Fiesta In America will re-open on Saturday, August 20 starting at 10am in…
WASHINGTON D.C. – In commemoration of its 10th anniversary, the Filipino Young Leaders Program (FYLPRO) held a reunion dinner at the Philippine Embassy Chancery Annex last July 22. The event was attended by FYLPRO Officers, members, alumni, partners, Embassy officials, FYLPRO mentees, and other supporters. Chargé d’Affaires a.i. Jaime Ramon T. Ascalon, Jr. congratulated FYLPRO…
