Community members ‘Fill the Pantry’ during RMHC’s annual food drive
RMHC takes care of families’ basic needs so they can focus on the recovery of their child LAS VEGAS — It will now be easier for The Ronald McDonald House…
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Fil-Ams in music industry come together for pre-Grammy celebration
A recent luncheon hosted by Myx before the Grammys honored three Filipino Americans representing various facets of the music industry. Those recognized on Friday, January 24 were Grammy nominated rapper…
More Than Pink Walk™: 23rd annual Susan G. Komen Los Angeles County event
SUSAN G. Komen Los Angeles County will hold its 23rd annual event at Dodger Stadium on Saturday, February 29, its MORE THAN PINK Walk™. Known for raising significant monies to…
Sariling Himig Choir performs on February 22
Twelve parishes unite in the concert “Colours of Love” THE Sariling H.I.M.I.G. Choir, a registered non-profit organization, is collaborating with the dynamic Fr. Art Mateo in its very first-ever concert,…
Princesses and seasoned stars in ‘Anak Ni Waray Vs Anak Ni Biday’ remake
THIS week saw the much-talked about TV adaptation of Regal Film’s 1984 blockbuster “Anak Ni Waray Vs. Anak Ni Biday” from the creative team of GMA Network. Headlining this story…
Crohn’s & Colitis Foundation hosts inaugural Courage Ball, raises over $650,000
Special gala honored Nevada Governor and First Lady LAS VEGAS (January 27, 2020) – The Crohn’s & Colitis Foundation is proud to announce a successful culmination to the inaugural Courage…
From Magic Johnson to Terrell Owens: How a Filipina American designer makes custom looks for athletes’ big events
WITH the commercials, halftime show and the game itself, Super Bowl LIV this Sunday will provide much to watch and talk about. But not to miss are the suits the…
How Kobe Bryant inspired a global community of Filipinos, on and off the court
Filipino-Americans recall the Black Mamba and what made him a standout superstar, philanthropist and ally The air in Los Angeles was still on Sunday, January 26. TMZ first broke the…
Filipina American basketball coach among victims of Kobe Bryant helicopter crash
A Filipina American coach was one of nine passengers, along with basketball icon Kobe Bryant and his 13-year-old daughter Gianna, killed in the helicopter that crashed outside Los Angeles on…
Lunar New Year: Are you ready? Celebrating the Year of the Rat
READY to ring in the Lunar New Year with fun and entertaining event ideas? Take your Lunar New Year Celebration and spruce it up in time for the 2020 Year…
More Than Pink Walk™: 23rd annual Susan G. Komen Los Angeles County event
SUSAN G. Komen Los Angeles County will hold its 23rd annual event at Dodger Stadium on Saturday, February 29, its MORE THAN PINK Walk™. Known for raising significant monies to…
WHAT TO WATCH: Critically Acclaimed Film ‘Quezon’s Game’ showing in U.S. theaters this week
Largely Forgotten, True Story of Holocaust Heroism Saved 1,200+ Jewish Refugees; Film’s Release Marks 75th Anniversary of the Liberation of Auschwitz (Jan. 27) JUST in time to commemorate the landmark…
‘Aswang’, ‘Overseas’ to screen at Doc Fortnight 2020: MoMA’s International Festival of Nonfiction Film and Media
ONE is a documentary about the war on drugs in the Philippines, focusing on the lives of a group of people who has been caught up in these events, and…
Governor Sisolak meets with AAPI community in Las Vegas
NEVADA Governor Steve Sisolak recently met with AAPI community leaders during a tour of businesses in Chinatown’s Shanghai Plaza. Among the businesses visited were 85C Bakery, Weera Thai, Tea Maison,…
The Americana at Brand ushers in the Year of the Metal Rat
WITH the Year of the Metal Rat upon us, celebrations are underway across Southern California. One highly anticipated event to mark the new year is the annual festivities at The…
‘Taal-Ong Tayo’: West Ranch HS students, alums call for donations for Taal Volcano victims
THE recent eruption of Taal Volcano in the Philippines last January 12 has forced many Filipino to flee their homes and move to evacuation centers. Those most affected are villagers…
Fil-Am Chamber of Commerce’s fundraising gala a dazzling success
Attendees enjoyed impressive performances, inspiring awardees, and valuable prizes THE ballroom sparkled with enthusiastic members, VIP guests, friends and family of the Filipino American Chamber of Commerce of Greater Los…
Fil-Am Chamber of Commerce of Hollywood presents Laurel Night
2020 officers and board of directors to be installed Filipino American Chamber of Commerce of Hollywood (FACCHO) presents its Laurel Night 2020 on Thursday, January 23 from 6 p.m. to…
Why Do Asian Players Struggle to Impact the English Premier League?
As Heung-Min Son tucked home his second goal in Tottenham Hotspur’s recent Champions League win against Red Star Belgrade, he reaffirmed his position as one of the top players in…
FACCGLA gala on January 12 features performing artists and entrepreneurs
THE ballroom will be decked in shining, shimmering splendor as guests are invited to come in their dazzling best to the annual fundraiser of the Filipino American Chamber of Commerce…
The Feast of Santo Niño on January 19 in Los Angeles
SANTO Niño Cruzada USA is inviting all devotees of Santo Niño to come and join us in the 33rd year anniversary mass celebration of the Feast of Santo Nino, the…
FilAm Arts presents GANAP Singers in concert on January 4
Performance raises funds for the Festival of Philippine Arts and Culture 2020 and GANAP Scholars AFTER a year hiatus, the Festival of Philippine Arts and Culture will be relaunched in…
Las Vegas Lunar New Year: Celebrate the Year of the Rat
LAS VEGAS — Chinese New Year in the Desert/Spring Festival proudly returns to Las Vegas for the 9th consecutive year on Jan. 25 and 26, 2020. Chinese New Year in…
FilAm Arts presents GANAP Singers in North Hollywood
Show on January 4 benefits of the Festival of Philippine Arts and Culture A STORY of hope accompanies the GANAP Singers as it embarks on its “Lingkod” Tour. The singers…
Asian Community Development Council and UNLV ROAR host GraduAsian fall 2019 ceremony
LAS VEGAS — The Asian Community Development Council (ACDC) and UNLV Raising Our Asian Rights (ROAR) hosted the GraduAsian Fall 2019 ceremony at the Foundations Building at the University of…
Now at the Pantages, the ‘Frozen’ musical doesn’t fail to warm hearts
EVER since the Disney movie “Frozen” came out in 2013, everyone has sung along and learned the words to songs like “Let it Go” or “Do You Want To Build…
Acclaimed film ‘Quezon’s Game’ to be screened in LA Dec. 16-22
Critically acclaimed during its multi-award-winning festival run and successful May 2019 theatrical release in the Philippines, “Quezon’s Game” will have sneak peek screenings Dec. 16-22 in Los Angeles. There will be…
Simbang Gabi 2019: ‘Come and celebrate as we encounter Christ; For we are one body’
LOS ANGELES: The Filipino Ministry of the Archdiocese of Los Angeles is now preparing for its annual Simbang Gabi celebration, which will be held on Sunday, December 15, 2019 at…
Dec. 16 is deadline to apply for $1.2 million in scholarships from Edison Scholars Program
ROSEMEAD, Calif. — There’s still time for high school seniors whose dreams are to power the future and make a difference through the study of science, technology, engineering or math…
Hello Panda Festival Lights Up the NYC Holiday Season with Radiant Displays of Color, Culture and Craftsmanship
Featuring over 120 Instagrammable displays utilizing more than ten million individual lights, the first-time event now open at Citi Field through January 26, 2020 FROM New York to Los Angeles, lantern festivals –…