Advent: A Time of Reversal, Restoration, and Transformation
Dear Beloved Friends, As we gather to celebrate the Second Sunday of Advent, let us immerse ourselves in the profound themes of reversal and restoration that permeate our readings today….
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God’s Promise
God’s promise does not stem from a political system or a monarchy but from the root of David. We hear it in the First Reading (Jeremiah 33:14-16) on this First…
On Communal Discernment
We must discern the signs of the times. This is what the Gospel (Mark 13:24-32) reveals to us this Sunday when Jesus told his disciples, “Learn a lesson from the…
Lea Salonga Releases Holiday Album and brings Holiday Tour to San Diego
(New York, NY – September 3, 2024) Center Stage Records announced today the release of Lea Salonga: Sounding Joy – The Holiday Album. Her first holiday album in two decades,…
Now is the Time
Nvidia’s CEO, Jensen Huang, who leads a $2 trillion software and AI company, delivered an impactful speech at the CSPA 2023 Annual Conference. “Very few people know this,” he shared….
[EXCLUSIVE] Vice President Kamala Harris: Freedom, opportunity, and a new way forward for Filipino American families
Vice President Kamala Harris delivers remarks at a campaign rally in Las Vegas, Nevada, on August 10, 2024. (Christopher Dilts/Harris for President) For generations, people of Filipino heritage have come…
City of LA hosts annual Fil-Am History Month celebration
LOS ANGELES — The Filipino American community in the City of Los Angeles once again showed unity to commemorate this year’s Filipino American History Month (FAHM), Lighting Ceremony & Celebration…
Governor Newsom Announces Over $1.3 Billion for Public Transportation Projects
WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW: More than $1.3 billion is being awarded from the Transit and Intercity Rail Capital Program (TIRCP) to improve transit and passenger rail service in California. 27…
Venice: The world’s renowned lagoon
The author with his wife, Myrna E. Niño, aboard the gondola, the only mode of transportation in Venice. Photos by Denver Niño VENICE – Visiting Venezia, or well known by…
Former President Bill Clinton visited Las Vegas to urge Filipino-American Nevadans to vote early for Vice President Kamala Harris & Gov. Tim Walz.
This week, Former President Bill Clinton visited Las Vegas to urge Filipino-American Nevadans to vote early for Vice President Kamala Harris & Gov. Tim Walz. During a visit to Red…
MILLION TREES FOUNDATION HONORED WITH BANTAYOG NG LAWA AWARD
The Million Trees Foundation, Inc. (MTFI) was recognized with the Bantayog ng Lawa award during the 55th anniversary of the Laguna Lake Development Authority (LLDA) recently in ceremonies held in…
Monterey Park Mayor Thomas Wong Hosts AAPI Leaders Luncheon & Briefing on Proposition 5: Affordable Housing & Public Infrastructure
Monterey Park, CA — Monterey Park Mayor Thomas Wong welcomed local AAPI leaders for a special luncheon and briefing today to discuss Proposition 5, a significant ballot initiative aimed at…
Remembering piano legend Nena Del Rosario-Villanueva: A legacy of music and inspiration
The New York City concert, co-produced by Jun and Myla Villanueva (second and third from left), showcased four talented Filipino musicians—pianists Jovianney Emmanuel Cruz (left) and Rene Dalandan (second from…
Remastered classic Bona returns to the spotlight at the 62nd New York Film Festival
Among those who attended the Cannes premiere of *Bona* were (from left) Daphne Chiu of TBA Studios, Vicky Belarmino from the Cultural Center of the Philippines and Cinemalaya, Gil Quito,…
Nobel prizes for mRNA
THE Nobel Prize in Physiology-Medicine has been awarded to two scientists for their discovery of micro-RNA (mRNA), which “helps determine how cells develop and function, and malfunction.” A sample of…
On Guarding Our Thoughts
What narratives or stories do you create in your mind? Are they true or mere products of your insecurities and fears? Do they stem from childhood experiences that shape your…
Award-Winning Documentary *Nurse Unseen* Comes to Quad Cinema NYC This October
This October, the critically acclaimed documentary *Nurse Unseen* makes its New York debut at Quad Cinema, shedding light on the untold stories of Filipino American nurses who served on the…
PNB Travel Fair: Banking on Exclusive Travel Deals
The Philippine National Bank (PNB) in partnership with Ayala Malls, Mastercard, and Philippine Airlines is set to launch the first PNB Travel Fair on October 5-6, 2024 at the Activity…
Filipino American voters key to Nevada’s 2024 outcome, says Maya Harris
Maya Harris, sister of Vice President Kamala Harris, highlighted the pivotal role of Filipino American voters in Nevada during a phone-banking event organized by SEIU Local 1107 in Las Vegas….
AJSOCAL Announces Honorees, Presenters, and Performance For 41st Anniversary Gala on October 10, 2024
Event Commemorates the 25th Anniversary of Hate Crime Victim Joseph Ileto and His Family LOS ANGELES, CA — September 25, 2024 – Asian Americans Advancing Justice Southern California (AJSOCAL) announced today its…
Formation of the Wellness Tourism Association of the Philippines (WeTAP)
September 2024, Manila — The Wellness Tourism Association of the Philippines (WeTAP) proudly announces its official formation, with the goal of positioning the Philippines as a leading international destination for…
On Seeing Truths in Other Religions
Eldad and Medad were the two men who were not in the tent with the seventy elders who received the gift of prophecy when the Spirit came upon them in…
Turning the page to younger gen of Pangasinan Brotherhood-USA
Pangasinan Brotherhood-USA President Sue Ann Estrada-Tumakay confers plaques of Excellence Awards to (clockwise, from top left) Kenneth Puzon Mejia in Public Service, Emeben Baysic-Vales in Musical Theater, Eddie Caguioa Ferrer in…
Investing in Le Pont Residences: A Smart Move for Global Pinoys in the USA
Le Pont Residences at Bridgetowne Destination Estate in Pasig City (Artist’s Perspective) For Filipinos living in the USA, securing a property in the Philippines is not just about owning real…
On seeking God’s wisdom
Once again, we find relevant and powerful words in the Letter of St. James (3:16, 4:3) during these times when our world is beset by wars, conflicts, and deep divisions…
Overcoming the presumption of unenforceability of Premarital Agreements
Many spouses in California enter into a marriage thinking that having a fully executed premarital agreement is a “bullet proof” way of protecting their assets in case of a divorce…
PAMPUBLIKONG PAGDINIG NG TRANSPORTASYON NG LADOT PAGSUSURI SA EQUITY NG PAMASAHE PARA SA PAGPAPANUMBALIK NG MGA PAMASAHE
Ang Kagawaran ng Transportasyon ng Lungsod ng Los Angeles (LADOT) ay nagsasagawa ng isang hybrid na pampublikong pagdinig para ipakita ang mga natuklasan mula sa pagsusuri sa equity ng pamasahe…
NaFFAA announces Ryan Namata as new national president
DETROIT — The National Federation of Filipino American Associations (NaFFAA) proudly announces the election of Ryan Namata as the organization’s new national president, following a pivotal election held on the afternoon of Saturday,…
[OPINION] Chef Natalia Moran: On top of her game as opening chef to over 20 restaurants and counting
“Chef Natalia Moran is the epitome of Filipina ingenuity, creativity, industry, and commitment to excellence. Chef Natalia has been a consultant to many reputable restaurants in the Philippines for decades:…