New Mr. and Miss Cardinal City royalty announced
The San Bernardino High School students who were named to the 2024–2025 Cardinal City Court celebrate with pageant founder Jaime Rios (5th from left). With Rios in photo are (from left)…
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Bobby Rimas elected to help lead UCLA Lambda alumni
Bobby Rimas elected to help lead UCLA Lambda alumni ON November 18, 2024, California State University, Los Angeles Associate Professor and UCLA Fil-Am alumnus Bobby T. Rimas was elected by…
WHY YOU MIGHT WANT TO CONSIDER APPLYING FOR US CITIZENSHIP
A presidential election may result in a new administration that is not friendly to non-US Citizens. As a legal permanent resident (Green card holder), you are still considered a foreigner…
Ysabel Jurado: A daughter of the community achieves victory to represent LA’s Council District 14
Ysabel Jurado, a tenants rights attorney and lifelong Angeleno, is the councilmember-elect for Los Angeles’ Council District 14. “Today, I proudly endorse Ysabel Jurado for LA City Council District 14;…
Success story: Lost petition is found and reinstated in a brand-new episode of Citizen Pinoy this Sunday
U.S. Immigration Attorney Michael J. Gurfinkel saves the day by finding a mother’s missing petition for her daughter and reinstating it in time. Even when she was working as a…
What Trump’s Immigration Plans Mean for the U.S.
President-elect Donald Trump has promised to launch the largest deportation program in U.S. history. This was estimated by Vice President-elect JD Vance to involve one million removals yearly. Can the…
Lemuel Balagot, Founder of LA Rose Cafe and Beloved Filipino Community Icon Passes Away at 73
Lemuel Teofilo Lorenzana Balagot, celebrated restauranteur and beloved owner of LA Rose Cafe, Hollywood’s long-running Filipino cafe, passed peacefully in his sleep surrounded by his family on October 17th, 2024….
Tatiana Yokoyama Bui: A Dedicated Advocate with Deep Community Roots
Tatiana Yokoyama Bui’s campaign for the ABC Unified School District (ABCUSD) Board of Trustees, representing Area 4, is gaining attention not only for her platform but also for her rich…
Janet R. Nepales Elected to Golden Globe Awards Advisory Board
Veteran Hollywood journalist Janet R. Nepales was recently elected to the Golden Globe Awards (GGA) Advisory Board along with her colleagues, Ramzy Malouki and Asel Sherniyazova. GGA members voted…
Turning pages: Roswell Encina’s path to the Library of Congress
Roswell Encina photo: Encina shared that his role as Chief Communications Officer has provided him with a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to work at the largest library in the world, where he…
Fiery Flavors, Big Dreams: Laura Dadap’s Djablo Sauce brings Filipino heat to the Summer Fancy Food Show
Filipino American Laura Dadap ignited excitement with the fiery tale of Djablo Sauce, the first locally produced, family-owned Filipino hot sauce in the United States when we met her at…
Solving for X: How Kyne Santos merges drag and math into one powerful equation
One of the standout moments at the first Pride Night hosted by the American Museum of Natural History in New York was a trivia show led by Filipino Canadian drag…
CACF’s ASAP Youth leaders showcase advocacy achievements at community briefing
Major campaigns focused on mental health, language access, and anti-bullying and harassment Youth Leaders from the Coalition for Asian American Children’s and Families (CACF) Asian American Student Advocacy Project…
Filipino American student wins art contest in Queens
Amber Sevilla’s “2:25 PM” to be displayed in the U.S. Capitol U.S. Rep. Grace Meng (D-NY) announced on Tuesday, June 11 that Amber Sevilla, an 11th grader from Elmhurst, Queens,…
Debbie Torres mesmerizes at Vibrato Grill Jazz with All-Star Band
WORLD renowned jazz pianist Debbie Torres delivered an unforgettable performance at Vibrato Grill Jazz, captivating the audience with her extraordinary talent and vibrant energy. Joined by the All-Star Band, the…
Celebrating selfhood: AAPI artists illuminate identity through Art at 3.1 Phillip Lim
AS AAPI Heritage Month drew to a close, DIAGEO and 3.1 Phillip Lim hosted an evening of conversation around bridging art and identity across generations moderated by Karen Wong, former…
FACCGLA celebrates trailblazing success at sold-out M.E.T. Gala
The Filipino American Chamber of Commerce Greater Los Angeles (FACCGLA) successfully hosted its Modern Entrepreneurs and Trailblazers (M.E.T.) Gala at Cicada Restaurant and Lounge, marking a significant event for the…
Two-time Emmy award winner Marc Anthony Nicolas to ‘Make his Marc’ on GMA Pinoy TV
FILIPINO American producer Marc Anthony Nicolas has no less than two Emmy awards under his belt, and on March 24, he will officially be a part of GMA Pinoy TV, the…
Philippine pride on Broadway: Red Concepcion’s ‘Chicago’ triumph
MEET Red Concepcion, a seasoned actor from the Philippines and the newest sensation under the dazzling lights of Broadway’s Great White Way. In an interview with the Asian Journal, Concepcion…
Manila mini-reunion of the Folientes of Polillo, Quezon
AS a pre-taste of a planned grand reunion in early 2025 of the Foliente clan from the island of Polillo in the province of Quezon, family members from the Los…
13 Fil-Am chefs named James Beard Awards semifinalists
Several Filipino American chefs are in the running for the 2024 James Beard Awards as the James Beard Foundation announced its Restaurant and Chef Awards semifinalists on Thursday, Jan. 25. The James…
PH tourism department presents ‘Love the Philippines’ at SF Ferry Bldg
THE Philippines Department of Tourism (DOT), in conjunction with local organizations and business, held an event at the iconic Ferry Building along the Embarcadero in San Francisco last December 30,…
Meet Chelsea Pe Benito, Philadelphia Eagles’ newest cheerleader
A spirited and fun-loving Filipino American, Chelsea Pe Benito embodies the convergence of passion, dedication, and a commitment to make a difference. Born to parents who sought the American Dream,…
Governor Mandanas and Senator Pacquiao
Ngayong araw, ika-24 ng Nobyembre 2023, ay nagkaroon din ng pagkakataon si Governor Mandanas na makausap si Former Senator Manny Pacquiao sa tahanan nito sa General Santos City. Dito ay…
Trailblazing Pinoys share their journey at ‘PH Time is Now’
Bobby Lopez stands on the threshold of a groundbreaking achievement, a feat untouched in the annals of entertainment history – a triple EGOT. With multiple Emmy, Grammy, Oscar, and Tony…
San Diego’s Most Remarkable Teens for 2023 honored
THE San Diego County Public Defender’s Office announced its list of 25 Most Remarkable Teens from around San Diego County and recognized them at a special ceremony on Thursday, November…
Award-winning Fil-Am author releases historical novel, ‘The Thomasite’
THIS is not the first time Asian Journal has featured Filipino American author Victoria Grageda-Smith, and her literary works. Back in 2016, when her novella, “Faith Healer” (Brain Mill Press,…
Hollywood fashion star Alexis Monsanto headlines the opening night of LAFW powered by Art Hearts Fashion in celebration of Filipino American History Month
LOS ANGELES, October 1, 2023 – Hollywood fashion star designer, Alexis Monsanto, will showcase his Spring-Summer ’24 collection on Thursday, October 19th 7:30 PM at The Majestic Downtown located at…
A Celebration of Faith and the Teachings of Archbishop Socrates Villegas
By: Amrylois Ferido The Filipino community is well-known for many things, such as their talent, togetherness, and pride in who they are. However, there is one more thing to add…