A night on Arthur Ashe puts Alex Eala’s journey to the Top 20 in perspective
Her US Open run ended in the third round, but the larger measure of Alex Eala’s season lies in the distance traveled: from No. 140 at Miami 17 months ago…
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Fernandez bows out of US Open after three-set loss to Pegula
Leylah Fernandez social media account Canadian with Filipino roots takes opening set before third-seeded American rallies; doubles run also ends in second round NEW YORK — Leylah Fernandez’s US Open singles…
Krawczyk, Hunter reach US Open Round of 16
Photo licensed under CC BY-SA 2.0 Filipino-American doubles specialist and Australian partner draw top-seeded Siniakova-Townsend next NEW YORK — Desirae Krawczyk and Australian partner Storm Hunter advanced to the Round of…
Cecile Azarcon honored with new tribute song
Cheska CK with Cecile Azarcon Photo from Facebook/@BaleKuCafe ‘The Songs Came Home’ celebrates the veteran songwriter behind enduring OPM favorites Veteran Filipino songwriter Cecile Azarcon-Inocentes is…
Elijah Canlas confirms split from Miles Ocampo, denies cheating allegations
Photo from Facebook/@notelijahcanlas MANILA — Elijah Canlas has confirmed that he and actress and television host Miles Ocampo have ended their relationship again, while denying allegations that infidelity or another…
Sampaguita Pictures actress Jean Lopez dies at 86
Photo from Instagram/@ barbicastelvi Veteran performer worked alongside many of Philippine cinema’s leading stars during the 1960s Veteran Sampaguita Pictures actress Jean Lopez, who appeared alongside some of Philippine cinema’s…
Jose Mari Chan, a man for all seasons
Photo Courtesy Jose Mari Chan/Jojo Guingona The “ber” months may have made him the enduring face of Philippine Christmas, but at 81, the singer-songwriter’s life continues well beyond the holidays…
Mike Talplacido’s ‘In This Moment’ continues U.S. festival run
Photos from Instagram/@kissmymike_official Filipino American filmmaker Mike Talplacido’s feature directorial debut, In This Moment, is continuing its U.S. festival run after premiering Aug. 23 at the Roxie Theater during the San…
Olivia Rodrigo’s Daisy Chain Fields generates $20 million for groups supporting women and girls
Photo from Intagram/@oliviarodrigo Filipino American singer’s inaugural Irvine festival raises $10 million, followed by an equal commitment from Melinda French Gates’ Pivotal IRVINE — Olivia Rodrigo’s inaugural Daisy Chain Fields…
MIFF to honor Nora Aunor, Pilita Corrales at 2026 closing gala
Janine Gutierrez is scheduled to accept posthumous awards for her grandmothers LOS ANGELES — National Artist Nora Aunor and singer-actress Pilita Corrales will be honored posthumously as the Manila International Film…
Consul General promotes the 2027 VIP tour in Des Moines, Iowa
Consul General Diano and Consul Almonguera posing with the leaders and members of the Filipino-American Association of Iowa (Chicago PCG photo) Consul General Diano and Consul Almonguera posing with the…
Consul General promotes stronger ties in call with Iowa Secretary of State Pate
Consul General Diano presenting a miniature jeepney token to Secretary of State Pate (Chicago PCG photo) CHICAGO 26 August 2026- Consul General Melanie Rita B. Diano called on Iowa Secretary…
PH Embassy urges Filipinos to check immigration status as U.S. reviews visitor visas
WASHINGTON, D.C. – The Philippine Embassy is urging Filipinos in the United States to stay informed about changes in U.S. immigration policy as federal authorities review business and tourist visas held…
Consulate General joins 30th Anniversary of Santo Niño De Agosto
The Philippine Consulate General in Chicago, represented by Consul Melvin Almonguera, attended the celebration of the 30th Anniversary of the Santo Niño de Agosto on 22 August 2026 at St….
Miss Earth Poland 2026 pays courtesy call on Consul General
CHICAGO, 20 August 2026 – Miss Earth Poland 2026 Ms. Izabela Cieśla paid a courtesy call on Consul General Melanie Rita B. Diano on 19 August 2026 at the Philippine…
Chicago PCG Consul General Diano launches VIP tour 2027 in Ohama, Nebraska
(Above) Consul General Melanie Rita B. Diano (seated, middle) poses with members of the Filipino American community in Omaha, Nebraska, and Consul Ma. Theresa M. Alders (seated, right) on 15…
Chicago PCG Consul General Diano visits greater Ohama chamber to explore stronger economic cooperation
(Above, left to right) Consul Ma. Theresa M. Alders, Consul General Melanie Rita B. Diano, Ms. Makayla Leiting, Senior Manager of Industry Development and Innovation, and Mr. Joe Chapuran, Senior…
VIP Tour 2027: Winter Escapade Edition Launches in New York
(Left photo) Ms. Maria Meredith Malasig shared her VIP Tour experience with the attendees of the New York launch of the VIP Tour 2027: Winter Escapade Edition. (Photos by Sherlyn…
Philippine tourism department partners with DreamWorks’ ‘Forgotten Island,’ offers Philippines trip
DreamWorks Forgotten Island © DWA LLC / Courtesy of Philippine Department of Tourism–North America LOS ANGELES — The Philippine Department of Tourism-North America has partnered with DreamWorks Animation’s Forgotten Island, tying the…
Dela Rosa escape complaint moves toward possible DOJ preliminary probe
MANILA — The Department of Justice is evaluating a renewed police complaint over the May departure of Sen. Ronald “Bato” dela Rosa from the Senate, with prosecutors determining whether obstruction-of-justice allegations…
₱735.56 billion in proposed 2027 spending draws watchdog scrutiny
MANILA — A civil-society coalition reviewing the proposed ₱7.2-trillion national budget for 2027 has identified ₱735.56 billion in spending that it says warrants closer scrutiny because of potential political discretion and…
Ombudsman orders Legarda to submit counter-affidavit in solar probe
Senate chief says senator has serious illness; allegations remain under preliminary investigation MANILA – The Office of the Ombudsman has ordered Sen. Loren Legarda to submit a counter-affidavit in a preliminary…
Philippine ties run through US Open field with Eala, Fernandez and Krawczyk
Eala represents the Philippines, while Fernandez and Krawczyk bring Filipino heritage to New York; Ilagan’s qualifying run ended in the second round NEW YORK — Alexandra Eala enters the US Open…
False hospice enrollments disrupt care for California seniors as fraud crackdown widens
LOS ANGELES — False hospice enrollments are disrupting care for California Medicare beneficiaries as authorities intensify scrutiny of an industry investigators say has been vulnerable to abuse in Los Angeles County….
Motherhood brings a new rhythm to Lovi Poe’s daily life
MANILA — Lovi Poe says becoming a mother has changed a life once organized around carefully planned routines, giving the actress a more flexible approach as she balances caring for her…
Vice Ganda champions cross-network collaboration as free TV confronts digital shift
Photo from Instagram/@praybeytbenjamin MediaQuest partnership and the return of “Gandang Gabi Vice” on GMA extend the comedian-host’s reach across competing Philippine media platforms. Vice Ganda is backing closer collaboration among…
SB19’s Justin recounts Los Angeles airport encounter
LOS ANGELES — SB19 member Justin de Dios has recounted an encounter at Los Angeles International Airport, saying a Filipino man he described as working at the airport criticized the P-pop…
DreamWorks’ ‘Forgotten Island’ brings Filipino talent into its animated world
Image from Facebook/@dreamworks Filipino American director Januel Mercado, Philippine animators and musicians are among the creative contributors to DreamWorks’ new adventure MANILA — The making of DreamWorks Animation’s Forgotten Island extended its Filipino…
Dave Bautista takes on Kratos in Prime Video’s ‘God of War’
Photo from Instagram/@davebautista Filipino American actor and former professional wrestling champion assumes the lead role after an injury to Ryan Hurst disrupted production of the live-action PlayStation adaptation LOS ANGELES —…
Kim Chiu urges breadwinners to make room for themselves, too
Photo from facebook/@KimChiuOfficial The actress-host reflects on the responsibilities she took on as a teenager and the importance of caring for oneself while providing for others. MANILA — Kim Chiu has…