New Federal Aid Could Help Workers Train for Better-Paying Jobs
The new Workforce Pell program broadens how federal student aid may be used, with a focus on approved training tied to in-demand occupations. – Photo courtesy of the U.S. Department…
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Jimuel Pacquiao, Carolina Pimentel marry in California ceremony
Jimuel Pacquiao and Carolina Pimentel with baby Clara, their parents and grandmothers at their Temecula, California wedding celebration. (Photo from Jinkee Pacquiao’s Instagram) The eldest son of Manny and Jinkee…
California’s post-Newsom governor’s race turns to the state’s next chapter
Xavier Becerra, left, and Steve Hilton advance to the Nov. 3 general election for California governor, shifting the race to a contest over the state’s next chapter after Gov. Gavin…
Filipino American judge appointed to Minnesota Supreme Court in historic first
Judge Reynaldo “Reggie” Aligada Jr., a Ramsey County District Court judge, has been appointed to the Minnesota Supreme Court, becoming the first Asian Pacific American justice in the court’s history….
Philippine independence and the unfinished work of freedom
The Philippine flag flies over the Aguinaldo Shrine in Kawit, Cavite, the ancestral home of Gen. Emilio Aguinaldo and one of the most important landmarks in Philippine history. It was…
In the Mix: Live! — Celebrating Community, Culture, and Connection
There are moments when an event becomes more than just entertainment. It becomes a reflection of community, creativity, and the people who continue to show up to support one another’s…
Knicks end 53-year title drought as Brunson wins Finals MVP and Jordan Clarkson makes Filipino basketball history
Karl-Anthony Towns with the Larry O’Brien Championship Trophy after the New York Knicks completed their NBA championship run. – Photo from the New York Knicks SAN ANTONIO — The New…
Sandara Park named public relations ambassador for South Korea’s Overseas Koreans Agency
Image from Instagram/@daraxxi The 2NE1 member’s appointment links her cross-border career with a government office serving Korean communities abroad. MANILA — Sandara Park, the South Korean singer and actress whose…
Iwa Moto, Pampi Lacson to Marry in 2028; Jodi Sta. Maria to Attend as Bridesmaid
Image from Instagram/@iam_iwa In a rare display of professional composure and long-term commitment, Iwa Moto and longtime partner Panfilo “Pampi” Lacson Jr. have announced plans to marry in August 2028, following the completion of Lacson’s…
Ella Pangilinan, Enrique Miranda welcome first child
Image from Instagram/@ellapangilinanx The couple announced the arrival of their son, Fernando León Miranda, months after sharing that they were expecting their first baby. MANILA — Ella Pangilinan and her…
Claudia Barretto asks court to remove father’s legal surname
Image from Instagram/@claudia The singer and content creator has filed a court petition seeking to remove Baldivia, the legal surname of her father, actor-comedian Dennis Padilla, from her name….
Atasha Muhlach Spotted With Jacob Ang at Family Wedding: Are Sparks Flying?
Atasha Muhlach and Jacob Ang spotted at a family wedding Image from Facebook/@MayorFrancisZamora Manila, Philippines — Atasha Muhlach, the 24-year-old actress and Eat Bulaga! co-host, recently caught fans’ attention…
Musk becomes first trillionaire on paper as SpaceX makes record market debut
SpaceX founder Elon Musk is seen in a file photograph. The company’s public-market debut on June 12, 2026, valued SpaceX at more than $2 trillion and elevated Musk’s estimated net…
Senate Publishes Amended Impeachment Rules Ahead of VP Duterte Trial
MANILA — The Philippine Senate has published amendments to its impeachment trial rules, giving senators the authority to elect presiding officers in cases involving officials other than a sitting president. The…
Nevada primaries set November matchups in key statewide, congressional races
Nevada Gov. Joe Lombardo, left, will face Democratic Attorney General Aaron Ford in the November governor’s race.-Photos via Wikimedia Commons Fil-Am Assemblymember Erica Mosca advances in District 14, while Maria…
David Briscoe, AP journalist who chronicled Philippines’ democratic transition, dies at 82
David Briscoe served as Associated Press bureau chief in Manila from 1980 to 1986, overseeing coverage of the political upheaval that culminated in the People Power movement. He died June…
Visa, Mastercard settlement could change what shoppers see at checkout
A proposed Visa and Mastercard settlement could give merchants more flexibility over swipe fees, surcharges and acceptance of certain premium cards, though the agreement still requires final court approval. A…
Discipline, Not Drama, Carries Knicks to Brink of NBA Title
Jalen Brunson (left) and Victor Wembanyama have emerged as the defining faces of the 2026 NBA Finals, with the Knicks now one win away from a championship after their dramatic…
California DOJ Takes Aim at Rising Costs with New Affordability Response Team
Photo from RobBonta instagram SACRAMENTO — California Attorney General Rob Bonta announced on Monday the creation of a dedicated Affordability Response Team, an enforcement unit within the state Department of Justice tasked with investigating…
Steve Hilton advances to governor’s race, giving California Republicans a statewide standard-bearer
Steve Hilton, a Republican candidate for California governor, is projected to advance to the November general election after securing a top-two finish in the state primary. He is expected to…
Vic Sotto, Ice Seguerra eye big-screen reunion for possible MMFF bid
Vic Sotto and Ice Seguerra, longtime figures in Philippine entertainment, are exploring a possible film collaboration. – Photo from Ice Seguerra/Facebook MANILA — Vic Sotto and Ice Seguerra may be…
Terrible’s agreement gives Primm a path to avoid July 4 shutdown
PRIMM — Terrible’s has reached an agreement with the Primm family to operate hotel-casino and related properties in Primm, giving the Nevada-California border community a path to avoid a planned…
Glendale proclaims June 12 as Philippine Independence Day
GLENDALE, Calif. — The City of Glendale has proclaimed June 12, 2026, as Philippine Independence Day, joining Filipino communities around the world in marking the 128th anniversary of the proclamation…
Hawai‘i chef Rhoda Magbitang wins Top Chef Season 23
Rhoda Magbitang, executive chef of CanoeHouse in Hawai‘i and winner of Top Chef Season 23, is shown with a promotional billboard for Top Chef: Carolinas and during competition scenes in the Bravo kitchen. Magbitang…
A Filipino American museum takes root in Las Vegas
LAS VEGAS — On South Maryland Parkway, a corridor of restaurants, shops, remittance counters and community rooms has long carried the rhythms of Filipino life in Southern Nevada. This week,…
Karen Bass to face Nithya Raman in L.A. mayoral runoff
Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass, left, and City Councilmember Nithya Raman, right, will face each other in the Nov. 3 mayoral runoff. Bass led the June 2 primary in the…
Becerra advances in California governor’s race as count continues
Xavier Becerra, former U.S. secretary of Health and Human Services and former California attorney general, has advanced to the November general election in the race for California governor. Courtesy of…
Heart Evangelista says past relationship made her feel like a ‘sugar mommy’
Heart Evangelista recently opened up about dating, generosity and boundaries during an appearance on “Fast Talk with Boy Abunda.” – Photo from Heart Evangelista’s Instagram / @iamhearte Heart Evangelista is looking…
Marks & Spencer plans Philippine return under MAP franchise deal
Founded in the United Kingdom in 1884, M&S has grown into an international retailer with physical stores, e-commerce and franchise operations across multiple markets, including Europe, Asia and the Middle…
Former PAL chief Stanley Ng named tourism undersecretary
Newly appointed Department of Tourism Undersecretary Stanley K. Ng takes his oath before Tourism Secretary Dita Angara-Mathay in Manila. Ng, a former Philippine Airlines executive, brings aviation industry experience to…