The advantage of being in the US
Birthday celebrant Henry Roxas Ayson (in shaded eyeglasses) with his family, relatives and friends after a Bible fellowship in April Joy Samantha Ayson’s home in Hiddenbrooke, Vallejo, California. Photos compiled…
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Sky River Casino announces exciting May promotions
ELK GROVE – Sky River Casino is excited to announce a lineup of thrilling promotions and special events for May, including popular giveaways. This May, the exclusive “Vanessa Williams™ Presents…
PHILSME 2025 Closes with Resounding Success, Empowering Filipino SMEs to Scale and Thrive
Full house at the 16th PHILSME Business Conference at SMX Convention Center Pasay City, Philippines – The 16th Philippine SME Business Expo (PHILSME 2025) concluded today at the SMX Convention…
Filipina-American Composer Susie Ibarra Wins 2025 Pulitzer Prize for Music
NEW YORK CITY — The 2025 Pulitzer Prize for Music has been awarded to renowned composer and percussionist Susie Ibarra for her powerful and environmentally inspired composition Sky Islands. The…
PHILSME 2025 Opens with Bold Push for Innovation, Resiliency, and Customer-Centric Growth at SMX MOA
PHILSME CEO and Managing Director Trixie Esguerra-Abrenilla welcomes over 180 international and local brands showcasing their businesses and services for SMEs. Pasay City, Philippines – The 16th Philippine SME Business…
Jay R and Mica Javier’s ‘Songs for Selina’ Strikes a Chord with Heartfelt Storytelling, Original Music, an all-Filipino cast.
Songs for Selina brings a heartfelt tale of music, friendship, and sacrifice to Amazon Prime LOS ANGELES – R&B royalty Jay R and his wife, singer-actress Mica Javier, deliver a…
Leila de Lima: Motherhood Is ‘radikal na pagmamahal’
Leila de Lima with Sr. Mary John Mananzan – Photos compiled by Rogelio Medina AS we celebrate Mother’s Day on May 11, allow me to feature mothers from all walks of…
WSI, The Philippines’ Top Expo Organizer, Powers Growth in the Mindanao Region
Davao City, Philippines — Worldbex Services International (WSI), the country’s leading event organizer for world-class expositions, proudly returns to Davao City in 2025 with three of its premier expositions: the…
May at Graton Resort & Casino: Pool parties, concert nights, and big jackpots
TREAT yourself this May at Graton Resort & Casino – with big wins, live Asian entertainment, a refreshing new Graton beer, and sun-soaked pool parties. May 3-24, join us every…
Pechanga Resort Casino welcomes global Pinoy Pop sensation BINI for world tour stop
TEMECULA – Pechanga Resort Casino, Southern California’s premier destination for world-class entertainment, is thrilled to announce an electrifying addition to its 2025 concert lineup: Filipino pop sensation BINI will headline…
Alex Eala Breaks Into WTA Top 70, Set to Debut at Italian Open
Photo credit – from Alex Eala Instagram Page ROME — Filipino tennis rising star Alex Eala has achieved a new career-high WTA singles ranking of No. 70 as of May…
Ricky Davao, Celebrated Actor and Director, Dies at 63
Photo credit : Aradavao Instagram page Philippine film, TV, and theater lose one of their most respected talents MANILA – Ricky Davao, the acclaimed Filipino actor and director known for…
Janice Israel Delima: ‘Being a mother is a responsibility, not ownership’
Janice Israel Delima with her children (from left) Saviona, Karl and Noah. Photos compiled by Rogelio Medina AS we celebrate Mother’s Day on May 11, allow me to honor mothers…
LPGA stars compete in annual pro-am at Journey at Pechanga
Fil-Am golfers Abegail Arevalo, Tisha Alyn and Amari Avery participated in the 12th Pechanga Pro-Am held in Temecula, CA on April 8, 2025. Photos by Joseph Peralta/AJ Press TOP Ladies…
Wellness Leaders Gather for Landmark In-Person Assembly at Okada Manila
MANILA — The Wellness Tourism Association of the Philippines (WeTAP) successfully hosted a landmark in-person General Membership Meeting and Pledge of Membership Ceremony on April 28, 2025, at the wellness-inspired…
Piolo Pascual Sparks Dating Rumors After Beach Photo with Model Kim Rivera
Photo From Instagram Page of Kim Rivera Is Piolo Pascual dating again? A viral photo with model Kim Rivera has fans speculating about the actor’s love life. Here’s what we…
Mother’s Day series: A salute to mothers from all walks of life
Hollywood journalist Janet Susan Rodriguez Nepales (extreme left) with her two daughters, Bianca Nicole and Rafaella Angelica. Photos compiled by Rogelio Medina AS we celebrate Mother’s Day on May 11,…
Nora Aunor Laid to Rest at Libingan ng mga Bayani with State Honors
The National Commission for Culture (NCCA) and the Arts and the Cultural Center of the Philippines (CCP) honored National Artist Nora Aunor in a necrological service held April 22, 2025,…
OPM LOSES ANOTHER ICON: HAJJI ALEJANDRO DIES AT 70
Hajji Alejandro, the “Kilabot ng mga Kolehiyala” and a pillar of Original Pilipino Music (OPM), passed away following a battle with colon cancer. His timeless hits, helped define a generation…
Nora Aunor: ‘I’m a human being’
Nora Aunor (center) with Rosita Constantino Medina (left) and Remedios Santiago Isip (right). “TAO lang ako, Diyos ko (I’m a human being, my God),” said National Artist Nora Aunor, or…
Jim Fernandez, a great Filipino comics writer
AJ columnist Rogelio Constantino Medina in New York City’s Time Square billboard. THE late Jaime M. Fernandez Jr., popularly known as Jim Fernandez, was a native of Masbate City. He…
Alex Eala Eyes French Open Debut After Portugal Exit: Full Clay Season Schedule Revealed
Photo credit: Alex Eala/Facebook After a hard-fought loss at the Oeiras Ladies Open, Filipina tennis star Alex Eala gears up for the European clay season — with Madrid, Rome, and…
Health Horizons Summit: Celebrating health, business, and the bayanihan spirit
MEETING OF THE MINDS. Co-hosts of the upcoming Health Horizons Summit gather to finalize event plans. Photo above shows (from left) Shan Serran, vice president, SFFACC; Tim Schulze, Associate COO,…
Janine Gutierrez Mourns the Loss of Grandmothers Nora Aunor and Pilita Corrales Just Days Apart
Janine Gutierrez with her Grandmas – Asian’s Queen of Songs, Ms.Pilita Corrales and Philippine “Superstar” and National Artist, Nora Aunor. – Photo Courtesy of Janine Gutierrez, Nora Aunor and Pilita…
Martin Nievera Named Grand Marshal for Carson’s 2025 Philippine Independence Day
Martin Nievera will be the Grand Marshall and Headliner for the June 7, 2025 Philippine independence day Celebration in Carson City. Photo by Nicanor B. Arriola Martin Nievera will lead…
Tennis: Alex Eala Ousts Dutch Foe, Advances to Round-of-16 in Portugal
LISBON, PORTUGAL – April 16, 2025 – Filipina tennis sensation Alex Eala continues her strong run on the international stage, securing a spot in the Round-of-16 at the prestigious WTA 125…
IN THE MIX BY MIC DIAZ: JOLLY BOX GLOBAL TO HOLD ITS FUNDRAISER GALA IN NORWALK
The Filipino-American community in Los Angeles is brimming with all kinds of events every week, and there’s certainly one for everyone to attend. As the saying goes, “Get in where…
Nora Aunor, Philippines’ Beloved Superstar and National Artist, Passes Away at 71
The Philippines mourns the loss of its beloved Superstar and National Artist for Film and Broadcast Arts, Nora Aunor. With a career spanning over six decades, Nora’s impact on Philippine entertainment…
FIFA World Cup 26: Filipino American creatives take the spotlight
Rich Tu breaks down the vibrant symbolism behind his FIFA World Cup 26 NYNJ Official Poster, starting with the patchwork soccer ball at the center—representing the global fandom of the…
Alex Eala’s Top-Seeded Debut at Oeiras Ladies Open Suspended by Rain
Photo from Alex Eala’s Facebook Account April 14, 2025 – Oeiras, Portugal – Filipina tennis star Alexandra “Alex” Eala’s historic debut as the No. 1 seed at the 2025 Oeiras…
