Rico J. Puno: Remembering the ‘legend’
HE was known throughout the Philippines as the larger-than-life “total entertainer.” His charm, which seeps through his hit songs earned him the moniker, “Macho Gwapito.” He was loved by many,…
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2nd Annual Cinematogrofo Film Festival 2018
by AJPress with interviews by Momar G. Visaya Breaking barriers through film and story telling AFTER a successful first year, ABS-CBN’s Cinematogrofo Film Festival is back to continue to showcase…
PH Consulate General in LA Conducts Consular Outreach in Dallas
November 5, 2018 – As part of the government’s efforts to bring its various services closer to Filipinos, the Philippine Consulate General in Los Angeles conducted its 11th consular outreach mission…
LA Arboretum unveils “Moonlight Forest,” new larger-than-life lantern displays
STARTING Friday, October 26, 2018 to January 6, 2019, the Los Angeles County Arboretum and Botanical Garden will be home to “Moonlight Forest,” a dazzling evening experience of lights, art,…
Fil-Am media ‘game changers’ share stories from their careers, inspire young Fil-Am creatives to follow their passion
When Ricky Nierva was a young boy, he loved to draw. Inspired by the cartoons he would rush home to watch as a kid, he would draw pictures on his…
Star for All Seasons and Cong. Vilma Santos-Recto heads the list of November birthday celebrants
STAR for All Seasons and Congresswoman Vilma Santos-Recto heads the list of prominent personalities who will be celebrating their birthdays this month of November. She will turn another year on…
Showbiz personalities running for public seat in next year’s election
It’s a known fact that show business and politics seem to mix very well in the Philippines. One example is Joseph Ejercito Estrada, who became president in 1992 (only to…
An extraordinary evening of OPM and Pinay power at the Ford Theatres
Serenata Filipina Ver. 2 unites iconic singers and songwriters IT was a cool evening on Sunday, October 7, juxtaposed by the electric and fiery performances of the Filipino-American community’s top…
Pacquiao not interested in fighting McGregor
REIGNING World Boxing Association (WBA) welterweight champion Manny Pacquiao on Sunday, October 7, said that he has no interest in fighting Irish mixed martial artist Conor McGregor in a boxing…
Cubs’ Addison Russell suspended 40 games for domestic abuse allegations
Ex-wife of Fil-Am shortstop opens up to MLB investigators, speaks publicly for the first time since divorce filing On Wednesday, October 3, the Major League Baseball league suspended Chicago Cubs shortstop Addison…
Aklanons in Illinois Welcome PH Consul General in Chicago
CHICAGO 04 October 2018 – The Aklanons of Illinois hosted a welcome dinner in honor of Consul General in Chicago Gina A. Jamoralin and her family at the “Kusina De…
Vincent Rodriguez III and how Crazy Ex-Girlfriend changed his life
It’s a great time to be a Filipino-American (or Canadian) actor on network television these days. There’s Nico Santos who plays the role of Mateo Liwanag on Superstore; Conrad Ricamora…
Pilakula/FACINE 25: Celebrating 25 years of Filipino films
The 25th Annual Filipino International Cine Festival is celebrating its silver anniversary with Pilakula/FACINE 25 with award-winning films in competition from October 19-21 at the Roxie Theater in San Francisco….
19th Asian Small Business Expo promises to cultivate new generation of entrepreneurs
Starting your own business is always going to have risks. Maybe you’re making a career shift and decided to pursue your passion. Or maybe you want to upgrade your current…
Garcetti talks tech innovation, talents in LA at Makers Summit
Innovation in the 21st century could be summed up into one word: startup. The ubiquity of the Internet, social media and smartphones into our daily lives has established the new…
Carlo Cruz relishes his Goyo experience
New York based actor Carlo Cruz was still based in Manila late 2012 when he auditioned for Heneral Luna. He didn’t get a call back. He moved to New York…
Fil-Am footballer wins ‘Big Brother’
FILIPINO-American footballer Kaycee Clark was proclaimed the winner of the 20th season of reality TV show “Big Brother.” Winning via a 5-4 vote, Clark closely beat out fellow finalist/houseguest Tyler…
City of Carson preps for Fil-Am History Month festivities
Four free weekend events lined up for the month long celebration The City of Carson has been gearing up for a month long celebration of Filipino American history. At the…
Goyo: Ang Batang Heneral screens in NYC, New Jersey
THREE years after the highly successful run (both commercial and critical) of Heneral Luna comes the much-awaited sequel, Goyo: Ang Batang Heneral, a historical biopic that focuses on the last months…
PH ambassador engages communities in Utah
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Philippine Ambassador to the United States Jose Manuel G. Romualdez undertook an official visit to Utah on September 12-15 upon the invitation of Brigham Young University (BYU). As…
Asian American Group holds 15th Community Awards & Gala Night
On Saturday, September 22, the Asian American Group (AAG) presented Community Achievement Awards to 12 outstanding Las Vegas citizens and organizations, who have worked diligently to make a positive difference…
Fil-Am contributions take front and center during Filipino American History Month in October
DALY CITY, Calif., — October is celebrated as Filipino American History Month across the U.S. because the earliest documented Filipino presence in the U.S. was on October 18, 1587 in…
Emmy hosts call out Hollywood’s diversity problem: “Why no Filipino nurses on ER?”
We are living through the most impactful push towards minority representation in entertainment, so it’s not surprising that jabs at Hollywood’s lack of diversity made it to this year’s Emmy…
Nickelodeon reboots “Blue’s Clues” with new name and Fil-Am host
“Aladdin” alum Joshua Dela Cruz makes his leading TV debut on the Nick Jr. classic NICKELODEON is reviving the beloved children’s program “Blue’s Clues” with a new name — “Blue’s…
Lizette Cabrera, Sabrina Santamaria talk about their US Open journey
U.S. Open celebrates 50 years And just like that, the U.S. Open season is over, but not without hot issues and fanfare. This year, the Open celebrated its 50th birthday,…
Fil-Am Hannahlei Cabanilla wins ‘So You Think You Can Dance’
Season 15 of the Fox reality competition “So You Think You Can Dance” finally came to a close on Monday, September 10, naming Filipina-American Hannahlei Cabanilla as the winner. Hailing…
Lea Salonga, Eva Noblezada to star in musical film ‘Yellow Rose’
Two “Miss Saigon” alumni are set to appear in a movie musical together. Eva Noblezada is headlining her first feature film, “Yellow Rose,” alongside Lea Salonga. Directed by Diane Paragas,…
Kelsey Merritt becomes first Fil-Am to walk in Victoria’s Secret Fashion Show
Increased diversity in the fashion world welcomes inclusion of Asian models In the world of modeling, walking in the Victoria’s Secret Fashion Show is a coveted dream, a rite of…
Nietes vs Palicte fight ends in questionable split draw
The older and smaller Donnie ‘Ahas’ Nietes used his boxing craftiness to break down Aston Palicte who was on survival mode in the last round during their World Boxing Organization…
“The Hows of Us” – From hopeful dreams to unbearable misery, is love worth fighting for?
DALY CITY, Calif. — How does a relationship that started cozy and happy, and has progressed to shared fantasies of making it big in their respective careers, reach unbearable feelings…