Porche giveaways and big Asian concerts coming to Graton Resort & Casino
More luxury cars are up for grabs this October at Graton Resort & Casino with the Over $700,000 Porsche Pursuit Giveaway. Every Saturday from 7PM-11PM, Guests can enter to win…
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MWO-OWWA CELEBRATE 2026 NATIONAL SEAFARERS’ DAY WITH FILIPINO CREW IN BALTIMORE
Representatives from the Philippine Embassy in Washington, DC, MWO-OWWA, Carnival Cruise Lines and Filipino crew members gather aboard the Carnival Pride in Baltimore, Maryland, to celebrate National Seafarers’ Day on…
Filipinnovation Forum Highlights Gaming and Animation at Philippine Creative Industries Month in New York City
Filipino-American animation, gaming, and motion graphics professionals shared their unique journeys and insights into navigating the creative industry during the panel discussion. (Photo by Nikka Arenal) NEW YORK, 29…
Philippine Fashion and Accessory Brands Showcase Craftsmanship in New York
Filipino-designed products, from jewelry, bags, to footwear, are displayed at the Accessories Council (AC) Trade Showspace in New York. (Photos by Nikka Arenal) NEW YORK CITY, 15 September 2026…
Brian Goldsmith centers Senate bid on affordability and public safety
California Senate District 24 candidate Brian Goldsmith, center right, with Ron Wong, at left of Goldsmith, founder and CEO of Imprenta Communications, and other attendees at an AAPI community gathering…
Aoanan Elected Kabalens International president ad group charts road to MHCS centennial
CHEROKEE, North Carolina — Engr. Virgilio “Virgil” Aoanan has been elected president of Kabalens International (KI) for 2026–2029, giving him the mandate to lead the organization as it prepares for…
Understanding Measure G: How Los Angeles County government is changing
Edward Yen AANHPI media roundtable examines the elected County Executive, Board expansion, ethics oversight and the years-long implementation ahead LOS ANGELES — Los Angeles County is moving through a multiyear restructuring…
PGMG, MTVi Ink Agreement for Landmark ‘Filipinos in California’ Coffee-Table Book
L-R. Photo shows Philippine Global Media Group (PGMG) officers PRO Ellen Rodriguez-Swing, Chairman Val Abelgas, President Dan Nino and Media Touchstone Ventures, Inc. (MTVi) President Melandrew Velasco. LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA — The…
Hoag Hospital Irvine Sun Family Campus Now Open, Introducing a New Model for Specialized Care in Orange County
Six-Building Expansion Brings Specialized Hospital and Outpatient Care Together on One Integrated Campus Dedicated Cancer, Women’s Health, Digestive Health and Surgical Facilities Expand Access to Advanced Care in Orange County …
Keeping Children Safe One Ride at a Time
By Helen Arbogast, DrPH, MPH Every parent, grandparent, and caregiver wants the same thing: for the children they love to be safe. This Child Passenger Safety Week (September 20 to…
WESTGATE LAS VEGAS RESORT & CASINO ANNOUNCES NEW 2027 DATES FOR BARRY MANILOW’S RECORD-BREAKING LAS VEGAS RESIDENCY
Music Icon Returns to the International Theater October 8, with A Very Barry Christmas Returning for Its Sixth Year This December 2027 Performance Dates On Sale Friday, September 18 LAS…
Gov. Newsom Could Make History for Local News Outlets Nationwide
Julian Do, Co-Director, American Community Media (ACoM) Sitting on Governor Newsom’s desk is AB 2222, the Community Newsroom Employment and Workforce Sustainability Act (Community NEWS Act). The bill seeks to put…
St. Genevieve Students Rally CA Catholic School Superintendents Behind 1 Million-Postcard Campaign
CA Catholic Superintendents zooming with St. Gen’s student leaders Students at St. Genevieve Parish Schools are taking their student-led “A Valiant Effort” campaign statewide, inviting schools throughout California to join an ambitious…
PhilConGen LA Promotes Philippine Trade, Investment and Tourism Opportunities at the International Asian American Business Expo
Consul General Adelio Angelito S. Cruz (third from left) joins IAABE lead organizer and COFACC President Mr. Gerry Palon (left-most), Indian Consul General Dr. K.J. Srinivasa (2nd from left), Torrance…
Consul General promotes the 2027 VIP tour in Des Moines, Iowa
Consul General Diano and Consul Almonguera posing with the leaders and members of the Filipino-American Association of Iowa (Chicago PCG photo) Consul General Diano and Consul Almonguera posing with the…
Consul General promotes stronger ties in call with Iowa Secretary of State Pate
Consul General Diano presenting a miniature jeepney token to Secretary of State Pate (Chicago PCG photo) CHICAGO 26 August 2026- Consul General Melanie Rita B. Diano called on Iowa Secretary…
PH Embassy urges Filipinos to check immigration status as U.S. reviews visitor visas
WASHINGTON, D.C. – The Philippine Embassy is urging Filipinos in the United States to stay informed about changes in U.S. immigration policy as federal authorities review business and tourist visas held…
Consulate General joins 30th Anniversary of Santo Niño De Agosto
The Philippine Consulate General in Chicago, represented by Consul Melvin Almonguera, attended the celebration of the 30th Anniversary of the Santo Niño de Agosto on 22 August 2026 at St….
Miss Earth Poland 2026 pays courtesy call on Consul General
CHICAGO, 20 August 2026 – Miss Earth Poland 2026 Ms. Izabela Cieśla paid a courtesy call on Consul General Melanie Rita B. Diano on 19 August 2026 at the Philippine…
Chicago PCG Consul General Diano launches VIP tour 2027 in Ohama, Nebraska
(Above) Consul General Melanie Rita B. Diano (seated, middle) poses with members of the Filipino American community in Omaha, Nebraska, and Consul Ma. Theresa M. Alders (seated, right) on 15…
Chicago PCG Consul General Diano visits greater Ohama chamber to explore stronger economic cooperation
(Above, left to right) Consul Ma. Theresa M. Alders, Consul General Melanie Rita B. Diano, Ms. Makayla Leiting, Senior Manager of Industry Development and Innovation, and Mr. Joe Chapuran, Senior…
VIP Tour 2027: Winter Escapade Edition Launches in New York
(Left photo) Ms. Maria Meredith Malasig shared her VIP Tour experience with the attendees of the New York launch of the VIP Tour 2027: Winter Escapade Edition. (Photos by Sherlyn…
False hospice enrollments disrupt care for California seniors as fraud crackdown widens
LOS ANGELES — False hospice enrollments are disrupting care for California Medicare beneficiaries as authorities intensify scrutiny of an industry investigators say has been vulnerable to abuse in Los Angeles County….
U.S. adjusts immigrant visa appointments worldwide during consular training
State Department training places new emphasis on public-charge screening as applicants face interview delays; other stages of immigrant visa processing remain active WASHINGTON — Immigrant visa applicants worldwide are facing postponed…
California AAPI legislative foundation offers $2,500 college scholarship
Applications for AANHPI students are due Sept. 1 SACRAMENTO — The Asian Pacific Islander Legislative Caucus Foundation is accepting applications for a $2,500 college scholarship aimed at helping Asian American, Native Hawaiian and…
California officials say invasive fruit flies are testing state defenses
ACoM briefing highlights pressure on resources, quarantine enforcement and risks to farms and home gardens California agricultural officials said this week that repeated incursions of invasive fruit flies are putting…
Chicago PCG Consul General Diano visits greater Ohama Chamber to explore stronger economic cooperation
(Above, left to right) Consul Ma. Theresa M. Alders, Consul General Melanie Rita B. Diano, Ms. Makayla Leiting, Senior Manager of Industry Development and Innovation, and Mr. Joe Chapuran, Senior…
Chicago PCG Consul General Diano pays a courtesy call on Nebraska governor Jim Pillen, Senator Sanders
(Above) Consul General Diano exchanges tokens with Nebraska Governor Pillen during her courtesy call at the Nebraska State Capitol in Lincoln on 14 August 2026. 18 August 2026, Lincoln,…