SoCal bids farewell to ConGen Badajos
By: Mic Diaz VARIOUS legacy Filipino-American organizations and several local groups joined together to say au revoir to outgoing Philippine Consul General Edgar Badajos in a well-attended despedida party at…
Category: Features
Covering the week’s most noteworthy feature stories impacting the Filipino-American and Global Filipino community.
Read More
Virgelia Productions kickstarts the Year of the Dragon with Gratitude Gala
By Mic Diaz VIRGELIA Productions fired up the year with The Gratitude Party, its signature year-starter event at The QD Venue in Westminster in Orange County last Sunday,…
[COLUMN] Glitter & Gold party caps 2023 at Euphoria West Covina
By Mic Diaz GLITTER & Gold brought some of the best Pinoy DJs in town — DJ Ting Maligaya, Dee Buen, George Garcia and DJ Mouth (Arvin Aberilla)…
[OPINION] ICAPP and the ‘Asian Guru’: the One and Only JDV
By Senator Mushahid Hussain Chairman, Senate Committee on Defense, Pakistan Co-Chairman, Standing Committee, International Conference of Asian Political Parties (ICAPP) It is interesting that this time around, the birthday…
The Top Four Fil-Am Nonprofit 501 C-3 Organizations In My Book
As a tax practitioner dealing with income tax, sales tax along with two dozen Fil-Am non-profit, public benefit 501 C-3 organizations that I maintain, I have the top four in…
Women empowerment in Pangasinan Brotherhood-USA leadership
Liong Beach, CA — It appears that “Women Empowerment” in Pangasinan Brotherhood-USA’s top leadership team seems to be the mantra as the incoming board of directors elected two women to…
National Association of Filipino Priests holds historic assembly in Newark
Archbishop Caccia leads mass for 400 Filipino priests in cultural event IN a historic event, nearly 400 Filipino Catholic priests from across the United States came together in Newark for…
UPAAA’s 22nd grand reunion showcases global vision for UP’s future
IN an inspiring gathering of distinguished alumni, the 22nd Grand Reunion and Convention of the University of the Philippines Alumni Association in America (UPAAA) took center stage in New Brunswick,…
Asian Pacific Islander business council thrives with successful events and ongoing engagement
THE Asian Pacific Islander (API) Business Council of the Santa Clarita Chamber of Commerce has been making waves since its successful launch that took place at Seafood City on March…
An Evening of Grace and Generosity: St. John’s Seminary Fundraiser
“St. John’s Seminary recently hosted a remarkable fundraising event that left an indelible mark on the Catholic community. The night was a testament to the unity of purpose, with exquisite…
CA Assembly candidate Jessica Caloza endorsed by CA Federation of Teachers
LOS ANGELES – Underscoring the depth and breadth of support rallying around her bid to represent California State Assembly District 52, lifelong public servant and community organizer Jessica Caloza on…
[OPINION] Aloha Āina spurs Kanaka Maoli in diaspora to take bold climate action
87-125 Helelua Street, Wai’anae, HI, 96792. That’s the street where I was raised on for the better part of 15 years. Most of my recollections here are the many Saturday…
[COLUMN] Consul General to Los Angeles Edgar Badajos and high school batchmates provide relief assistance to Abra flood victims
LOS ANGELES – The donation drive dubbed as “Ahon Abra,” a joint project of the Divine Word College of Bangued (DWCB) High School Batch 82 and the United Specialist Healthcare…
UPAAGLA partners with BM+M to bring Project Hulmahan to Los Angeles
The University of the Philippines Alumni Association of Greater Los Angeles (UPAAGLA), a non-profit organization, partnered with Bayanihang Marikenyo at Marikenya (BM+M) of the Philippines to bring Project Hulmahan to…
Pangasinan Brotherhood-USA’s 45th anniversary and coronation night on August 5
After years of observing traditional gala nights being upended by Covid-19 pandemic, Pangasinan Brotherhood-USA’s (PB-USA) is back, celebrating its 45th Anniversary on Aug. 5 at Double Tree Hotel by Hilton,…
One APIA Nevada will continue advocating for policies that empower Nevada’s AANHPI communities
One APIA Nevada, a leading advocacy organization representing Nevada’s Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander (AANHPI) communities, reflects on the conclusion of an eventful legislative session and two special…
[OPINION] Opposing IRS’ tax preparation plan
James Yu, CPA Board Member, Las Vegas Asian Chamber of Commerce As a long-serving Certified Public Accountant in Las Vegas, I’ve worked with businesses that are incredibly diversified. They have…
[COLUMN] A tribute to my father on Father’s Day
Although Mother’s Day is more hyped in terms of celebration because of our mothers’ heroic role in raising their children, fathers’ roles should not be taken for granted for their…
[COLUMN] The benefits of learning CPR
By Joseph C. Wu, MD Close to 24 million people proudly identify as members of the diverse and valued Asian American Pacific Islander (AAPI) community in our country. They’ve played…
Join UPAAGLA’s Spring Fling on May 20
Come and meet other U.P. Alumni and friends in the Greater LA area in this year’s Spring Fling! We have prepared fun games, great door prizes, and awesome raffle prizes…
[OPINION] Celebrating AAPI Heritage Month
Nevada’s Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander communities make up an essential part of our state’s economy and our culture. As we celebrate AAPI Heritage Month, we’re recognizing the…
Hope Horizon Gala Holds Successful Gala
Hope Horizon East Palo Alto, which has been operating since 1984 and whose main mission is “to equip east-of-Bayshore youth to grow spiritually, gain life skills and develop as leaders…
ConGen Ferrer calls on Wilsonville mayor, meets Fil-Am community leaders in Oregon
WILSONVILLE, OR – Philippine Consul General in San Francisco Neil Frank Ferrer paid a courtesy call on Mayor Julie Fitzgerald of the City of Wilsonville in Oregon and met with…
Santa Clarita Valley Chamber of Commerce launches Asian Pacific Islander (API) business council
Togetherness is an important part of what makes the Filipino community continue to thrive. This can be seen in connections with each other, through family and friends, or even in…
2nd annual Mayfest event is coming to City of Carson
Carson, California – Mayfest 2023 is happening at the Carson Civic Center on Sunday May 7, at 12:00 pm to 6:00 pm. There will be two stages of amazing performances,…
NaFFAA mourns loss of Fil-Am community advocate Jesse Vizcocho
WASHINGTON, DC – The National Federation of Filipino American Associations (NaFFAA) is mourning the passing of one of the Filipino American community’s most remarkable leaders, Jesus “Jesse” Antonio Vizcocho, who passed…
UPAAA all set to give Oblation awards
The 2023 Grand Reunion and Convention (GRC) of the University of the Philippines Alumni Association in America (UPAAA) is fast approaching. This year marks the 22nd biennial gathering of UP Alumni…
National Federation of Filipino American Associations—Nevada to celebrate Women’s History Month
In the spirit of recognition and celebration of Women’s History Month, The National Federation of Filipino American Associations—Nevada (NaFFAA NV) continues to recognize outstanding women that have demonstrated exceptional achievement,…
UERM-MAASC performs humanitarian medical missions in Bangued, Abra
After two devastating earthquakes centered in the region of Abra, residents needed some relief. About forty doctors, nurses, and paramedical personnel mostly from Los Angeles, California and belonging mostly to…
Filipino American Business Association of Glendale celebrates Lunar New Year
A very successful and well-attended Lunar New Year Party by the Filipino-American Business Association of Glendale (FABAG-GLAC) was held at Wokcano Restaurant in Burbank, CA. The program included a group…