No EU funding for NGOs with communist links – envoy
No funding has been provided by the European Union (EU) to non-governmental organizations (NGOs) supposedly serving as fronts of the Communist Party of the Philippines (CPP), EU Ambassador to the…
Bill to help reduce landfill waste at festivals signed by California Governor
Law will allow reusable containers and food ware to be used at temporary events, concerts, fairs, and restaurants SACRAMENTO — A bill authored by Assembly member David Chiu (D-San Francisco)…
Fil-Am professor selected as Faculty Fellow for Public Good at Cal State LA
A Filipina American professor has been named one of two faculty fellows at Cal State LA. Melanie Sabado-Liwag, along with Shikha Upadhyaya, was selected as a Faculty Fellow for the…
Former DFA chief Yasay released on bail after arrest tied to bank case
Former Philippine Foreign Affairs Secretary Perfecto Yasay Jr. posted bail on Friday, August 23 after his arrest for several alleged violations in relation to the now-defunct Banco Filipino. Yasay, along…
7 Filipino fashion brands display diverse materials, outstanding craftmanship at trade show in Las Vegas
Seven Filipino brands, under the group FashionPhilippines, showcased the diversity of materials and outstanding craftsmanship during the Project Womens trade show in Las Vegas this past weekend, August 12 to…
Voting rights restoration is a step towards reintegration for the formerly incarcerated
Voting can be as quick as a pen stroke or as easy as a tap of a computer screen, yet the simple act is often taken for granted in America….
Lacson pushes treaty to help Filipino convicts abroad
‘Transfer of Sentenced Persons’ to give convicts option to serve time in their home country Senator Panfilo Lacson on Monday, August 19, called for the Department of Foreign Affairs (DFA)…
Grand Central Market’s Filipino stall Sari Sari Store to feature bao pop-up
One of Asia’s best female chefs is headed to Los Angeles with a two-day pop-up at Grand Central Market’s Filipino stall, Sari Sari Store. Hong Kong-based May Chow, who was…
Good is brewing: McCafé It Forward launches to reward good people with good coffee
Inspired by the way customers demonstrate simple acts of kindness on a daily basis at McDonald’s restaurants, McCafé announced on Tuesday, August 20 it is rewarding good people with a…
States, organizations file lawsuits against Trump admin’s ‘public charge’ rule that would affect immigrants
States and organizations around the country are reacting to the public charge rule released by the U.S. Department of Homeland Security earlier this week, which would affect immigrants who have…
National Asian group celebrates housing settlement victory at California capitol
National advocacy organizations that sought the return of $331 million to a fund for struggling homeowners attended a victory rally in Sacramento on Wednesday, August 14. The National Asian American…
Recto urges MMDA to prioritize hiring of more ‘round-the-clock’ traffic personnel
PHILIPPINE Senate President Pro Tempore Ralph Recto on Friday, August 16, said that employing more traffic management personnel is a top priority to alleviate the worsening traffic situation in Metro…
Filipino workers appeal ATM fee hike
Partido Manggagawa chair Rene Magtubo on Tuesday, August 13, said workers are appealing to the Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP) to suspend the impending increase in fees for transactions conducted…
Robredo keeps options open for 2022 presidency
Vice President Leni Robredo on Tuesday, August 13, said she is keeping her options open regarding the 2022 presidential race. In a Bloomberg article written by Andreo Calozo, Robredo said…
Largest national AAPI workers’ organization elects diverse leadership, sets bold vision for organization
15th Biennial Asian Pacific American Labor Alliance, AFL-CIO (APALA) concludes with commitment to AAPI community and worker rights LAS VEGAS — The Asian Pacific American Labor Alliance, AFL-CIO (APALA) concluded…
Palace will not meddle in de Lima’s plea
Presidential spokesperson Salvador Panelo on Monday, August 12, said Malacañang will not meddle in the request of detained Sen. Leila de Lima for the court to allow her to visit…
US Homeland Security lifts security alert on NAIA
The United States Department of Homeland Security (DHS) has rescinded the public notice it issued on the security conditions at Manila’s Ninoy Aquino International Airport (NAIA). A news release on…