Intramuros draws 1M visitors; DOT to boost faith tourism
MANILA, PHILIPPINES – Some one million visitors, local and foreign tourists alike, traveled to the Walled City of Intramuros for the observance of the Holy Week. The Department of Tourism…
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Davao emerges as sports tourism hub
DAVAO CITY –The Philippines scored yet another tourism marketing coup with its successful hosting of the Alveo IRONMAN 70.3 triathlon on Sunday in this premier Mindanao city, the hometown of President Rodrigo…
Magic and Drama Make an Awesome April on AXN
PHILIPPINES (March 23, 2018) – This April on AXN, magic hits the streets while thrilling adventures continue to unfold. Explore the world of underground street magicians in the magic show…
The Love of Country Global Ambassadors Program Welcomes New Applicants
The Love of Country Global Ambassadors Program selects women and men that represent four different categories. Our mission is to inspire four specific age groups and generations which we believe…
Former First Lady Rosalynn Carter’s documentary debuts at the Rose Bowl Stadium
“Dear Rosalynn” narrates life of Mrs. Carter, special relationship with St. Genevieve Parish Schools Since leaving the White House, former President Jimmy Carter and First Lady Rosalynn Carter moved back…
First Annual Love of Country Global Ambassadors Program Officially Launched In The USA
“You’re never too old or too young to pursue your dreams and goals. Accomplishing great things is not impossible.” As part of their continued mission to empower Overseas Filipinos and…
Arnel Pineda electrifies Los Angeles crowd with sold-out solo concert
Arnel Pineda, the lead singer of the internationally acclaimed rock band Journey, brought down Palace Theater in Los Angeles as he sang to a sold-out crowd of over 1,000 attendees…
Miss Asia Pacific International 2017 : A Celebration of Cultural, Physical & Spiritual Diversities
Miss Asia Pacific International 2017 is on! The pioneering international beauty pageant in Asia and the Pacific officially announced the diverse beauty contenders. Together with the Philippine representative, Cebu’s…
Philippines to Host Miss Asia Pacific International 2017
After a decade of hiatus, the mother of all beauty pageants in Southeast Asia is back. Last year, the official re-launching of the pageant took place in Puerto Princesa, Palawan,…
‘Your Time With Thomas’ brings a fresh perspective on millennial life in LA
Fil-Am Thomas Orlina shares personal stories, discusses pop culture, fashion and dating in new web series We live in a world where content creation and digital storytelling is becoming more…
26 years of Festival of Philippine Arts and Culture (FPAC): LA’s largest and longest-running Fil-Am celebration crosses generations, showcases best in Filipino culture
With Filipino-American History Month underway, communities across the United States have planned events throughout October, such as parades, literary fairs and food fests, to showcase Fil-Am influence in the country….
Bruno Mars to perform in Manila in 2018
GRAMMY Award-winning artist Bruno Mars is bringing his “24K Magic World Tour” concert to Manila on May 3, 2018, at the Mall of Asia (MOA) Arena in Pasay City. Concert…
Cheering crowds applaud the New Miss Philippines USA 2017
Winners to be sent to Top Model of the World Philippines and will tour with Foodtrients’ international launch of “The Age Beautifully Cookbook” in Philippines and around Asia Pageant contestants…
Fashion Design Graduate Crowned the Winner of Sony Channel’s The Apartment: Rising Stars Edition
Aleksandra Flasz out-designed her competitors to walk away with the grand prize of $100,000 PHILIPPINES (May 25, 2017) – Without any professional background in interior design, Aleksandra Flasz, a Polish…
Journey concludes Las Vegas residency at Hard Rock Hotel & Casino’s The Joint
This month, Journey had a nine-show residency in Las Vegas at the Hard Rock Hotel & Casino’s The Joint. The famed rock band is comprised of co-founders Neal Schon (lead…
Mama Bares: “Once Upon a Playdate” encore concert
If you haven’t had a chance to go to the Hollywood Pantages to see “The King and I,” then you still have time before they leave town. The final performance…
Apl.de.Ap set to headline FPAC25
Other artists include Jabawockeez member Stahyl, Bambu, and many more Filipino-American hip-hop artist and philanthropist Apl.de.Ap is set to headline the 25th anniversary of the Festival of Philippine Arts &…
“Miss Saigon” in theaters this Thursday, Sept. 22 for one-day screening!
If there is any international theater production in the world that has had Filipinos front row and center as part of the cast, It is Cameron Macintosh’s “Miss Saigon.” And…
Erick Esteban returns to stand-up comedy
I met Erick Esteban on the set of an AFI film called “Unrest” several years ago. We have collaborated on the sketch comedy show we featured on Kababayan Today on…
Celebrities support Rocky Gathercole’s ‘Rock The Runway’
Fashion Fundraiser for Bantay Bata on July 28 HOLLYWOOD—When Queen of Latin Pop Paulina Rubio tweeted about “Rock The Runway”—avant-garde Filipino designer Rocky Gathercole’s benefit fashion show for Bantay Bata…
Jessica Sanchez makes waves for Clinton campaign
Jessica Sanchez’s latest single “Stronger Together” was a hit at this year’s Democratic National Convention, so much so that the song has become the unofficial anthem of Democratic presidential nominee…
Jaclyn Jose becomes the first Filipino to win Best Actress at Cannes
JACLYN Jose made history after winning the Best Actress award at the 69th Cannes Film Festival on Sunday, May 22. She is the first Filipino to bring home the acting…
Tribeca Film Festival Announces Here Alone And The Return As The 2016 Audience Award Winners, Powered By Infor
New York, NY [April 23, 2016] – The 2016 Tribeca Film Festival, presented by AT&T, announced tonight at the Festival wrap party the winners of the two Audience Awards, powered by…
Oscar winner wears piña by Oliver Tolentino
Fil-Am Oscar winner Ronnie del Carmen, who co-directed and co-wrote “Inside Out,” wore a piña tuxedo by Hollywood Filipino designer Oliver Tolentino at the 88th Academy Awards on Sunday, Feb….
2016 Nissan Altima: A quieter driving experience with improved fuel economy
Amid five consecutive years—and counting—of sales growth, Nissan has introduced the 2016 Altima, a quieter car with improved fuel economy and a new “energetic flow” exterior. “We can confidently say…
Model from Nueva Vizcaya crowned Miss World Philippines 2015
A Filipino-Chinese model and children’s health advocate from Nueva Vizcaya was crowned Miss World Philippines 2015 during a pageant held at the Solaire Resort Casino in Paranaque City on Sunday,…
Fil-Ams show pride through “Manny” documentary and soundtrack
In time for Saturday’s mega-fight, Ryan Moore, the Filipino-American director of “Manny,” is encouraging viewers to watch the documentary to get to know Manny Pacquiao — beyond what they see…
Catching up with Marc Anthony Nicolas
Producer receives fourth Daytime Emmy nomination for ‘The Talk’ The glitz and glamor of Hollywood can be captivating to many, but reaching that level of success is not exactly…
2015 Tribeca Film Festival Announces Award Winners
New York, NY [April 23, 2015] – The 14th annual Tribeca Film Festival, co-founded by Robert De Niro, Jane Rosenthal, and Craig Hatkoff, and presented by AT&T, announced the winners of…
Jimmy Kimmel features and sings Pacquiao’s Tagalog song on show
Late night talk show host Jimmy Kimmel on Wednesday, April 15, featured a Tagalog song that boxing sensation Manny Pacquiao is expected to use for his ring entrance on the…
