MICECON 2023 lauded for successful run in Davao
Top MICE professionals and key government officials praised the successful execution of MICECON 2023 in Davao City held last March 1-3, 2023. The event was organized by the Tourism Promotions…
Miss Universe R’Bonney Gabriel pays courtesy call on NY Consul General
MISS UNIVERSE PAYS A COURTESY CALL ON THE CONSUL GENERAL. The first ever Fil-Am Miss Universe, Ms. R’Bonney Gabriel, met with Consul General Senen T. Mangalile on Monday, 06 March…
FIIRE holds conference for US delegation in Manila
FILIPINOS in Institutional Real Estate (FIIRE) held a 5-day conference in the Philippines for a delegation coming from the United States in mid-February. FIIRE initially planned an inaugural event in…
UPAAA all set to give Oblation awards
The 2023 Grand Reunion and Convention (GRC) of the University of the Philippines Alumni Association in America (UPAAA) is fast approaching. This year marks the 22nd biennial gathering of UP Alumni…
ABS-CBN Entertainment expands digital offerings
Southeast Asia’s number one YouTube channel in media and entertainment ‘YouTubeverse’ offers new international content on Kapamilya Online Live, ‘Made for YouTube’ and Superview LOS ANGELES – With over 42.7 million subscribers, ABS-CBN…
Hong Kong Welcomes International Tourists with Air Tickets Giveaway
(March 2023) – Airport Authority Hong Kong (AAHK) is launching a global air tickets giveaway campaign, “World of Winners”, which will offer 500,000 free tickets in Hong Kong’s major passenger…
UERM-MAASC performs humanitarian medical missions in Bangued, Abra
After two devastating earthquakes centered in the region of Abra, residents needed some relief. About forty doctors, nurses, and paramedical personnel mostly from Los Angeles, California and belonging mostly to…
Marco Polo Cebu Introduces new Hai Shin Lou Chef
Marco Polo Plaza Cebu is proud to welcome Chef Kenny Yong Tze Hin as their newly appointed Chinese Executive Chef. Coming from over 20 years of experience at the helm…
Sama tayo! Very Important Pinoy (VIP) Tour of the Philippines for Fil-Ams, family & friends in July
Los Angeles – The Very Important Pinoy (VIP) Tour is returning this year after a three-year hiatus. This year’s VIP Tour will take place from 16 to 24 July 2023…
Love Your Heart week of action promotes heart health with events, information & more
THIS year Love Your Heart events and no-cost blood pressure screenings will be available over the course of several days in locations throughout the county and Mexico. Knowing your blood pressure numbers…
San Diegans urged to ‘Think Blue’ and show love for clean water and clean beaches in February
Residents can join community cleanups and educational webinars to help create a more sustainable city SAN DIEGO – With Valentine’s Day approaching, Think Blue San Diego – the public education and engagement…
San Diego County’s COVID-19 emergency declarations to end; Response continues
THE county’s Board of Supervisors accepted a COVID-19 update on Tuesday, February 7 stating the county’s nearly 3-year-old coronavirus local emergency and local health emergency will end Feb. 28, matching…
City of San Diego awarded $4.75M to creatively increase awareness of local issues
New program will support artists and cultural practitioners in San Diego, Imperial counties SAN DIEGO – The City of San Diego, through the Commission for Arts and Culture, was awarded…
City of San Diego’s award-winning civic dance arts show ‘Collage’ returns to historic Casa Del Prado Theater
Professionally trained dancers of all ages perform diverse dance styles including tap, jazz, ballet and more SAN DIEGO – This month, the City of San Diego’s Civic Dance Arts has…
State declares citrus quarantine in Rancho Bernardo
THE California Department of Food and Agriculture has declared a new citrus quarantine in a 95 square-mile area of Rancho Bernardo after detecting a potentially threatening citrus tree disease during routine inspections….
The Treasures of Majayjay
Majayjay is a small town located at the foot of Mount Banahaw and stands 1,000 feet above sea level. It has a population of about 31,000 people. Hence, it is…
99 Ranch Market Celebrates Eastvale, California Grand Opening
Leading national Asian grocery store chain celebrates the opening of its 58th location at 4956 Hamner Ave, Eastvale, California. Omni channel shopping experience makes it easier than ever to shop…
Comprehensive Community Health Centers introduces Healthcare College Medical Assistant Program
LOS ANGELES – Comprehensive Community Health Centers (CCHC), a non-profit Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) has founded a Healthcare College to train individuals to become Medical Assistants. Located in Glendale,…
Humanitarian effort raises P3 million in Save Lives Campaign
FilAm Chambers of Commerce delivers cash and medical supplies to the Philippines After raising funds through a multitude of events, two non-profit business-oriented organizations fulfilled its mission to save lives…
Entravision Media Donuts Reports Strong Growth in 2022, Poised for a Solid 2023
Taguig City, Philippines – Entravision MediaDonuts, an advertising, media, commerce, and ad-tech solutions company with world-class commercial partnerships with Twitter, TikTok, Spotify, Criteo and other tech platforms in Asia-Pacific, is…
Franchise Asia Philippines Expo 2022 is Back in SMX
After a successful holding of the Franchise Asia Philippines 2022 Virtual Conference last September, the Philippine Franchise Association (PFA) is bringing back Franchise Asia Philippines Expo to SMX Convention Center-Manila…
Marco Polo Plaza, Cebu Completes Premier Rooms and Suites Refurbishment
Marco Polo Plaza, Cebu today announced the completion of its renovation of 60 Premier category rooms and suites at a total investment of PHP 100 million (nearly US$ 2 million). …
DOT-TPB resumes 50% RT-PCR test subsidy for qualified domestic tourists
The Department of Tourism (DOT) announced on Tuesday (June 2) that it would resume subsidizing the 50 percent RT-PCR testing for qualified domestic tourists, through the Tourism Promotions Board (TPB)…
Stories of ‘kagitingan’ throughout Philippine history, now available on Ayala Foundation’s YouTube channel
In celebration of its 60th year, Ayala Foundation has kicked off “Magiting+,” a YouTube video series that shows various facets of kagitingan—valor or courage—throughout Philippine History. Featuring selections from the…
In the New Normal, LG Brings Clean Air Direct to Your Home
Spending almost all of your time at home is the new normal. Google’s COVID-19 Community Mobility Report, which tracks the frequency of visits to, and length of stay in various…
Puyat affirms support for Siquijor’s reopening
SAN JUAN, SIQUIJOR — Department of Tourism (DOT) Secretary Bernadette Romulo-Puyat yesterday (24 February) traveled to Siquijor, as part of the ongoing efforts to assist in the safe reopening of…
BPI AMTC launches “Wealth Radio” podcast channel on Spotify
BPI Asset Management and Trust Corporation (AMTC), a wholly owned subsidiary of the Bank of the Philippine Islands (BPI), is hailing 2021 with the voice of financial freedom. With the…