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The Hotel Sales and Marketing Association Philippines launches its largest online travel fair to date The September Online Sale (2023) is back this year with its biggest edition ever—a month-long…
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Covering the week’s most noteworthy life & style news stories impacting the Filipino-American and Global Filipino community.
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[COLUMN] On shared christian leadership
Seeing parents bring their children back to our parish school last Tuesday filled me with joy. It was delightful to witness new parents and students becoming part of our school…
PH Consulate attends launch of the Hinabi Project’s Exhibit on Mindanao Textile Arts
The Philippine Consulate General in San Francisco, represented by Vice Consul Adrian Baccay attended the launch of “Weaving Peace and Dreams: Textile Arts of Mindanao,” an exhibit by the Filipino…
[COLUMN] Chicago born and raised Fil-Am makes his mark in BGC as The Savvy Expat
Don’t let his youthful good looks fool you. Or, even his youth for that matter. Nineteen-year-old Evan Lorezca a.k.a. The Savvy Expat, more than lives up to his moniker as…
[COLUMN] Inspiring data
PH’s Shirley Temple A book titled “The Legend of Tessie Agana: Beloved Child Star of the Philippines – An Intimate Portrait of My Mother,” is the debut book written by her…
Tubô Cebu Art Fair 2023: Embracing Artistic Contrasts and Similarities
CEBU CITY – The vibrant world of Visayan art is set to unfold once more at the Tubô Cebu Art Fair 2023, taking place from September 15-17 at the Ayala…
Rainy Days Promo
Dear Valued Guest, Pleasant Day from The Lake Hotel Tagaytay! Keep warm on bed weather days! Book now for up to 50% off with our Rainy Day offer using promo…
Experience a weekend of artistry, nostalgia, and cultural fusion at the 29th Festival of Philippine Arts and Culture (FPAC) in Los Angeles
Los Angeles, CA –Get ready for a cultural extravaganza that promises to captivate your senses and celebrate the vibrant heritage of the Philippines. FilAm Arts, in partnership with the Levitt…
[COLUMN] A house of prayer for all people
Our First Reading from the Book of Isaiah (Isaiah 56:1, 6-7) states: “My house shall be a house of prayer for all people.” These words are placed at the front…
Cebu Pacific Launches Manila – Da Nang Flight with Piso Sale
Cebu Pacific (PSE: CEB), the Philippines’ leading airline, is launching its newest destination—Da Nang, Vietnam—with its signature Piso Sale. Starting December 7, 2023, CEB’s Manila to Da Nang flights will…
SOHO International Film Festival opens Sept. 14 with record 95-plus World and US premieres
The 2023 SOHO International Film Festival (SIFFNYC), which opens on September 14, will have record 35 world premieres, 6 US premieres, 32 Northeast premieres and 29 New York premieres. The…
Cultural Center of the Philippines out of the box series: Figaro! Figaro!! Presents tagalized abridged operas
Back-to-back abridged versions of Gioachino Rossini’s The Barber of Seville and Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart’s The Marriage of Figaro take the centerstage in the second installment of the CCP Out-Of-The-Box Series, the newest program of…
DOT, NCIP ink partnership to empower indigenous peoples, protect and promote cultural heritage through tourism
The Department of Tourism (DOT) and the National Commission on Indigenous Peoples (NCIP) forged a formal agreement Wednesday (Aug. 16) in a bid to create a strategic partnership between the…
Experience FairPrice’s Singapore-quality products at Singaporium 2023
More Filipinos will soon have a taste of Singapore-quality products. FairPrice, a well-established and respected brand in Singapore, is making its first stop in the Philippines with the launch of…
Rainy Day Bliss Room Promo
Embrace the Rainy Day Bliss and book with comfort when you stay with us. Php 5,500 nett – Deluxe Room Php 6,800 nett – Executive Room Inclusions: •Buffet Breakfast…
Ely Buendia Live to Headline Tanduay Bacolod Rum Festival Concert
Bacolod City, Philippines – Music enthusiasts are in for an electrifying and nostalgic experience as Ely Buendia Live takes the spotlight at the Tanduay Rum Festival concert on August 19….
Philtoa’s 4th General Membership Meeting Celebrates Love for the Philippines
The tour operators association welcomes new members as it prepares for the 34th Philippine Travel Mart, the largest travel fair in the country 10 August 2023–Lauding efforts by the country’s…
Book Direct Freebies at Midas Hotel And Casino
Book directly on best available rates at our Midas website and get a FREE Signature Orange Umbrella per booking. (Until supplies last) Booking & Stay Dates: August 1, 2023…
Anika Braganza shines bright in ‘The Great Gatsby – The Immersive Show’
Anika Braganza, a talented Filipino-American actress and singer, has made her off-Broadway debut in “The Great Gatsby – The Immersive Show.” Her journey into the world of immersive theater was…
Rising star Jillian Abaya takes audiences on a captivating journey in ‘The Great Gatsby – The Immersive Show ‘
Step into the Jazz Age wonderland of “The Great Gatsby” and get enchanted by the stellar performance of Jillian Anne Abaya. As the talented Filipino-American actor graces the immersive off-Broadway…
DOT inaugurates first Tourist Rest Area in Mindanao; Frasco bares plan to build 15 more TRAs across the country
MANOLO FORTICH, Bukidnon—In a move to further spur tourism development in Mindanao, the Department of Tourism (DOT), led by Secretary Christina Garcia Frasco, has formally inaugurated the first Tourist Rest…
All Filipino cast makes Broadway history with ‘Here Lies Love’
‘Here Lies Love’ stirs emotions, controversy IN a groundbreaking and historic feat, Broadway is witnessing the rise of “Here Lies Love,” an immersive theater spectacle that boldly shatters boundaries with…
Filipino American art exhibition celebrates rich cultural heritage and diversity
Los Angeles, California – We are thrilled to announce the opening of a groundbreaking Filipino American Art Exhibition, showcasing the vibrant and diverse artistic expressions of the Filipino American community….
[COLUMN] Exion RF microneedling: iSkin introduces its newest age-defying innovation
Heads up! THIS is HUGE. ISkin has a “new swag” and it is making waves (pun-intended) for all the right reasons. Introducing: The EXION RF Microneedling! BTL Aesthetics coined it…
[COLUMN] Metabolic syndrome
THE epidemic of childhood obesity, which obviously parallels the incidence among adults, has contributed to the explosion of metabolic syndrome, the most common cause of major illnesses our society faces…
In older adults, a little excess weight isn’t such a bad thing
by Judith Graham KFF Health News MILLIONS of people enter later life carrying an extra 10 to 15 pounds, weight they’ve gained after having children, developing joint problems, becoming less…
[COLUMN] An understanding heart
“Give your servant, therefore, an understanding heart to judge your people and to distinguish right from wrong. For who is able to govern this vast people of yours?” These are…
[COLUMN] The epidemic of loneliness in America
December 31, 2015. I was visiting the Philippines with my parents and twin daughters, who just graduated from university. It was New Year’s Eve, one of the most festive times…
Elevating the voices of invisible people
by Sunita Sohrabji Ethnic Media Services BURBANK — The SCAN Foundation held its first summit here July 19 for the organization’s new initiative: Advancing Health Equity in Aging. The foundation…
[COLUMN] On patience, resilience and hope
Incarnation is blessed! Our parish is vibrant, faith-filled, and active. Many people have returned to in-person Mass after the pandemic. New ministries have sprung up; old ministries have blossomed. Our…