Las Casas Filipinas De Acuzar Holy Week Escape
Bagac, Bataan – Las Casas Filipinas de Acuzar in Bagac, Bataan, invites guests to an immersive Holy Week retreat from April 17 to 21, 2025. This unique experience blends spiritual…
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Senator Imee Marcos Leaves Administration Coalition Over Duterte Arrest
Photo courtesy of the Imee Marcos Official Instagram Page March 25, 2025 – Manila, Philippines Senator Imee Marcos has officially withdrawn from the administration-backed coalition Alyansa Para sa Bagong Pilipinas…
New York City to Retire MetroCard After 32 Years, Ushering in Tap-and-Go Era
OMNY card readers installed at a New York City subway station. The contactless system is set to fully replace the MetroCard by the end of 2025 as part of the…
MIAS 2025: Driven by Connections for 20 Years
Manila, Philippines—Twenty years ago, WORLDBEX Services International (WSI) held its first Manila International Auto Show (MIAS), showcasing the very best of the Philippine automotive industry. Today, MIAS continues to set…
Trump Signs Executive Order Requiring Proof of Citizenship for Federal Elections
March 25, 2025 — Washington, D.C. President Donald Trump has signed an executive order requiring voters to present documentary proof of U.S. citizenship in order to register for federal elections….
Sofronio Vasquez Joins David Foster and Katharine McPhee in Powerful Onstage Collaboration
Sofronio Vasquez joins power couple Katharine McPhee and David Foster in Arizona for a benefit event organized by Gateway for Cancer Research. SCOTTSDALE, ARIZONA – Sofronio Vasquez, the Filipino vocal…
Philippine Ambassador Urges Undocumented Filipinos in the U.S. to Voluntarily Depart to Avoid Detention and Deportation
Washington, D.C. — Philippine Ambassador to the United States, Jose Manuel “Babe” Romualdez, has reiterated his advice for undocumented Filipinos in the U.S. to consider voluntary departure to avoid the…
Foreign Tourists Can Now Get VAT Refunds in the Philippines
The Implementing Rules and Regulations (IRR) were signed by Finance Secretary Ralph G. Recto, Bureau of Customs (BOC) Commissioner Bienvenido Y. Rubio, and Bureau of Internal Revenue (BIR) Deputy Commissioner…
Congress Cracks Down on Fake News: Lawmakers Grill Vloggers, NBI Traces Online Disinformation Networks
MANILA — The Philippine government has launched a coordinated effort to confront the growing threat of fake news, targeting social media influencers, vloggers, and online content creators believed to be…
Alex Eala Advances to Quarterfinals After Badosa Withdrawal, Set to Face World No. 1 Iga Świątek
Alex Eala file photo from her Instagram page Miami, FL – March 24, 2025 — Alexandra Eala’s remarkable run at the 2025 Miami Open continues, as the 19-year-old Filipina advanced to…
Bringing the Community Together
Korean Drum Group Glendale, CA – “Bringing the Community Together” as more than 800 attendees gathered at the YMCA of Glendale to “Celebrate YOUniqueness,” a community event.On Its 3rd year,…
Alex Eala Defeats World No. 5 Madison Keys in Historic Miami Open Victory
Alex Eala – file photo from her Instagram page MIAMI, FL — March 23, 2025 — In a stunning upset that shook the tennis world, 19-year-old Filipino rising star Alexandra…
San Miguel Overtakes Aboitiz as the Philippines’ Leading Power Producer
Ramon S. Ang, Chairman and CEO, San Miguel Corporation. His leadership drives innovation and growth across key industries—food and beverage, infrastructure, power, and investments—reinforcing his profound impact on the Philippine…
HUDSON COUNTY CLERK E. JUNIOR MALDONADO AND CONGRESSMAN ROB MENENDEZ TOUT RECORD SETTING PASSPORT DAY
Hudson County, NJ- On Wednesday, March 19, 2025, at the Hudson County Plaza located at 257 Cornelison Avenue in Jersey City, New Jersey a record number of 71 applications were…
Measles Outbreaks Rise as Vaccination Rates Drop
BySunita Sohrabji University of California San Francisco infectious diseases specialist Dr. Peter Chin-Hong explains the rise in measles outbreaks, and dispels some myths about purported treatments for the infection. (Dave…
LA County Launches Help for Small Businesses After Fires, Pandemic
BySelen Ozturk With minority-owned Los Angeles businesses taking a double-hit of the pandemic and recent fires, the county is stepping up help. With minority-owned Los Angeles businesses taking a…
Cortez Masto, Local Nonprofits Address Federal Funding Uncertainty and the Impact on Critical Services
Las Vegas, Nev. – Today, U.S. Senator Catherine Cortez Masto (D-Nev.) and United Way of Southern Nevada hosted a roundtable to discuss the impact of ongoing federal funding uncertainties on critical…
Iconic OPM artists to perform live at Pechanga Resort Casino
TEMECULA – Pechanga Resort Casino is proud to present an extraordinary evening of classic Original Pilipino Music (OPM) featuring some of the most iconic artists in the genre’s history. On…
Kris Aquino Faces Another Heartbreak: ‘He Walked Away,’ Doctor’s Son Defends Father’s Decision
Kris Aquino, the “Queen of All Media,” has once again found herself facing heartbreak—this time with Dr. Mike Padlan, a Filipino general surgeon. In an emotional social media post, Aquino…
KALAYAAN INCORPORATED TO HOST GRAND DINNER GALA CELEBRATING 127TH PHILIPPINE INDEPENDENCE DAY WITH SENATOR SHERWIN “WIN” GATCHALIAN AS GUEST SPEAKER
Los Angeles, Universal City, California – [March 19, 2025] – Kalayaan Incorporated, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization dedicated to promoting Filipino culture and heritage, is thrilled to announce its highly anticipated Dinner…
IRS Announces Tax Relief for Californians Affected by Wildfires: What You Need to Know
In January 2025, fierce wildfires and strong winds devastated parts of California, particularly Los Angeles County, forcing families, individuals, and businesses to face the aftermath of destruction. In response to this…
World Health Day Wellness Fair
Come and join us for FREE Health Screening! You are invited to join us in celebrating World Health Day with a free community health fair! This special event is dedicated to promoting wellness…
Social Security Administration Announces In-Person Identity Verification Requirements Amid Efforts to Combat Fraud
WASHINGTON — The Social Security Administration (SSA) is tightening its security protocols in a bid to combat rising fraud, which has cost the agency over $100 million annually in direct…
The Women of Impact
As Women’s History Month draws to a close, the city of Las Vegas is set to celebrate with the release of a ground-breaking book, “IMPACT: Stories From Women of Las…
Las Casas Filipinas de Acuzar Unveils Exclusive Summer Promo and Loyalty Program for Global Travelers
Bagac, Bataan, Philippines—Las Casas Filipinas de Acuzar, a renowned heritage resort in the Philippines, is celebrating its 15th Anniversary by launching two exciting initiatives: the Timeless Summer and its much-awaited…
Harry Roque Seeks Asylum in the Netherlands Amid Legal Challenges in the Philippines
THE HAGUE, NETHERLANDS—Former Philippine presidential spokesperson Harry Roque has surfaced in the Netherlands, announcing his intention to seek political asylum amid mounting legal challenges in the Philippines. Roque, known for…
LA County Launches Help for Small Businesses After Fires, Pandemic
BySelen Ozturk With minority-owned Los Angeles businesses taking a double-hit of the pandemic and recent fires, the county is stepping up help. LA County houses approximately 1,397,434 small businesses, comprising nearly 99.96%…
Henry Chen Installed as 2025 President of AREAA North Los Angeles Chapter
President Henry Chen and the 2025 AREAA North Los Angeles leadership team take their oath of office, officially installed by AREAA National President Jamie Tian at a gala held at…
Trump Administration’s Birthright Citizenship Battle Reaches Supreme Court
President Trump’s Executive Order 14160 faces multiple legal challenges, with the Supreme Court’s decision poised to reshape constitutional law, immigration policy, and the rights of millions. Will the justices uphold…
USPS and DOGE Agreement: Reform or Road to Privatization
Washington, D.C. – The United States Postal Service (USPS) has entered into an agreement with Elon Musk’s Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) in a bid to modernize its operations and cut costs….
