Jacob Batalon, Amber Midthunder, Jack Quaid, and Ray Nicholson Filipino American actor Jacob Batalon is stepping into a new chapter of his life, both personally and professionally. The 27-year-old actor,…
Leah Cohen, the acclaimed chef behind Pig & Khao, has brought her signature Southeast Asian flavors to the Upper West Side. After more than a decade of success in the…
New York City’s First Deputy Mayor Maria Torres-Springer announced her resignation on Monday, Feb. 17, stepping down alongside Deputy Mayor for Operations Meera Joshi, Deputy Mayor for Health and Human…
Oscar winner Ke Huy Quan (Everything Everywhere All At Once) stars in his first leading role as an unlikely hero in Love Hurts, an action-packed comedy with Filipino American stunt…
Filipino migrant advocates from the Tanggol Migrante Campaign denounced the inhumane conditions in U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) detention centers and the lack of response from the Philippine government…
Several Filipino American chefs and a sommelier have earned a spot on the prestigious list of semifinalists for the 2025 James Beard Awards, one of the highest honors in the…
Consul General Senen T. Mangalile The Philippine Consulate General in New York hosted the 11th Filipino Community General Assembly at the Kalayaan Hall of the Philippine Center, gathering representatives from…
The Philippine Department of Tourism (PDOT) made a strong impression at the 2025 Travel & Adventure Show, held on January 25-26 at the Jacob Javits Convention Center, showcasing the country’s…
Consul General Senen T. Mangalile (right) shares a moment with a Georgian performer at the SoFC International Food Festival, alongside a display of Filipino dishes that brought the rich flavors…
Consul General Senen Mangalile On a milestone evening filled with reflections and aspirations, the Philippine Center in New York marked its 50th anniversary with a simple celebration, aptly titled “Fifty on…
The DOT’s “Love the Philippines” campaign continues to highlight the country’s unparalleled beauty, rich traditions, and warm hospitality, this time on a Times Square LED billboard. AJPress Photos by Momar…
Consul General Senen T. Mangalile led the ribbon untying ceremony using Filipino fabrics at the opening reception of the Habi: Discovering Possibilities for Philippine Fibers atThomas Jefferson University. He was…
Comelec conducts final tests to ensure secure and seamless online voting, empowering over a million overseas voters For the first time in Philippine history, registered overseas Filipinos will cast their…
Documentary shines a light on the Filipino nurses who risked it all during COVID-19 During the COVID-19 pandemic, Filipino nurses, who make up only 4% of the nursing workforce in…
In a symbolic gesture marking a significant investment in New York’s Filipino American community, United States Rep. Grace Meng (D-Queens) presented a $1.6 million federal grant designated to establish a…
In a historic victory, Rep. Andy Kim (D-NJ) was elected to the U.S. Senate on November 5, becoming the first Korean American to serve in the chamber. Kim’s victory, after…
Maria Torres-Springer, the recently appointed First Deputy Mayor of New York City, is a trailblazer whose Filipino heritage and personal experiences growing up have profoundly shaped her leadership capabilities. At…
The New York City Mayor’s Community Affairs Unit held the first Filipino roundtable discussion at City Hall last week, convened by Mayor Eric Adams and First Deputy Mayor Maria Torres-Springer….
Team Kabisera led by Chef Augee and her partner Joey celebrate the end of a successful three-day appearance at the NYCWFF, serving more than 6,000 pieces of pork and vegetable…
Abi’s talent has earned her a James Beard nomination, a spot in Forbes 30 Under 30 Class of 2024, and TikTok’s Creator of the Year for Food. Her culinary creativity shines…
NEW YORK – Consul General Senen Mangalile announced significant developments regarding the May 2025 Philippine National Elections during the ConGen Hour with the media last week, highlighting the Philippine government’s…
“Bravo!” exclaimed Loida Nicolas Lewis, outstanding Filipino American community leader, about the Philippine Ballet Theatre’s “Ibalon,” which she watched recently in New York, and will be presented on October 27,…
The New York City concert, co-produced by Jun and Myla Villanueva (second and third from left), showcased four talented Filipino musicians—pianists Jovianney Emmanuel Cruz (left) and Rene Dalandan (second from…
New York City Mayor Eric Adams has announced the appointment of Maria Torres-Springer as the new first deputy mayor, marking a significant leadership change in his administration. Torres-Springer, who previously…
Among those who attended the Cannes premiere of *Bona* were (from left) Daphne Chiu of TBA Studios, Vicky Belarmino from the Cultural Center of the Philippines and Cinemalaya, Gil Quito,…
Foodies and food-lovers, it’s time! The Food Network New York City Wine & Food Festival (NYCWFF) is back to celebrate its 17th year from October 17 to 20, 2024, bringing…
This October, the critically acclaimed documentary *Nurse Unseen* makes its New York debut at Quad Cinema, shedding light on the untold stories of Filipino American nurses who served on the…
Roswell Encina photo: Encina shared that his role as Chief Communications Officer has provided him with a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to work at the largest library in the world, where he…
Taste America, a nationwide initiative by the James Beard Foundation, unites chefs, special guests, and diners to celebrate local independent restaurants at the heart of their communities, while advocating for…
Filipino American Laura Dadap ignited excitement with the fiery tale of Djablo Sauce, the first locally produced, family-owned Filipino hot sauce in the United States when we met her at…
