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…
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PRA and Zamboanga City Showcase Retirement, Business and Tourism Opportunities in the Philippines to Filipino Community in New York
(Left to Right) PRA General Manager and CEO Roberto Z. Zozobrado, Zamboanga City Mayor Khrymer Adan T. Olaso,and Zamboanga City Tourism Officer Dr. Sarita Sebastian-Hernandez answer questions during the open…
Philippine Consulate General in New York Brings Consular Services Closer to Filipinos across New England States
Day 1 of the Consular Outreach Mission in Bristol, Connecticut — providing essential consular services to the Filipino community on 15-16 August 2026. (Photo by Maria Annette F. Aquino-Herrera) …
Philippine Consulate in New York Repatriates Two Nationals in Distress
New York PCG Assistance-to-Nationals (ATN) Officer Rovald Valdez assists and sees off the two repatriates prior to their departure for the Philippines at John F. Kennedy International Airport. NEW YORK –…
New York PCG and AFTA Conclude 28th Paaralan sa Konsulado
Celebrating their newfound appreciation for Filipino heritage, the children took the stage and delighted the audience with traditional Filipino dances during the culminating program of the 28th Paaralan sa Konsulado…
PH Country Team in New York Engages Fil-Am Media on Key Developments and Upcoming Programs
Consul General Senen T. Mangalile responds to questions from members of the Filipino-American Press Club of New York. (Photo by Nikka Arenal) NEW YORK CITY– The Philippine Consulate General in…
PH Embassy celebrates 110th birthday of Filipino American and D.C.’s oldest resident
The Philippine Embassy in Washington, D.C., represented by Deputy Chief of Mission Felipe Cariño III (right), joins the community in celebrating Ms. Evangeline Paredes’ 110 remarkable years of life and…
Philippines Reasserts Enduring Legal Significance of 2016 South China Sea Arbitral Award and Role of UNCLOS in Ocean Governance at Forum in New York City
Panelists share perspectives on the evolving landscape of maritime law and ocean governance with invited guests. NEW YORK CITY, 31 July 2026 – The Philippine Consulate General in New York and…
Jeremiah Abraham Named to Campaign US’s 2026 40 Over 40
NEW YORK, NY — Jeremiah Abraham, Founder and CEO of Tremendous Communications, has been named one of Campaign US’s 2026 40 Over 40, recognizing marketing leaders who are shaping the future of…
Filipinnovation Forum Opens Tech Pathways for Filipinos in New York
The panelists shared their professional journeys and personal experiences in shaping their careers, and their advice for young professionals and career shifters who want to enter or grow in the…
PH Consulate General in New York Celebrates Milestones Reaffirming PH Sovereignty, PH-US Ties, and ASEAN Cooperation
Consul General Senen T. Mangalile and Mme. Maria Fe B. Mangalile share a light moment with guests during the reception. (Photo by Mr. Michael Magsombol) NEW YORK CITY – The Philippine…
New York Lights Up with PH Flag Colors to Celebrate 128th Anniversary of PH Independence
The One World Trade Center (left) and Governor Mario M. Cuomo Bridge (right) in New York proudly display the colors of the Philippine flag. (Photos through Earthcam) NEW YORK CITY —…
Philippine Coconut Takes Center Stage at “The Filipino Table” Culinary Event in NYC
Chicken adobo (left), kinilaw (middle), and Bicol express, all infused with coconut ingredients presented during the “The Filipino Table: A Coconut Feast.” NEW YORK CITY – In celebration of the 128th…
Philippine Consulate General and Knights of Rizal Commemorate 165th Birth Anniversary of Dr. Jose Rizal
Consul General Senen T. Mangalile and officers of the Knight of Rizal offer wreaths to the bust of Dr. Jose Rizal at the Philippine Center during the commemoration of his…
H Mart Celebrates Winners of the 2026 National I Heart Children Art Contest!
Lyndhurst, NJ – H Mart, the largest Asian supermarket chain in the United States, is proud to announce the winners of its 2026 “I Heart Children” Art Contest. Held from…
29 Filipino-American Graduates in the US Northeast Honored at the 13th Philippine Graduation in New York
(Left) Deputy Consul General Adrian Elmer S. Cruz lead the distribution of medals and certificates to the honorees; (Right) Mr. Jose Raymundo Mayo II addresses the audience on behalf of…
New York tests city-owned grocery model as food prices remain high
Mayor Zohran Mamdani’s administration says the program will use public sites and private grocery operators to lower costs on staple goods in selected neighborhoods NEW YORK — New York City is…
New York PCG Marks Immigrant Heritage Week with Historic Walk-About in “Little Manila” Neighborhood
Consul General Senen T. Mangalile (left) and Ms. Amanda J. Reffsin, Director of Strategic Relationships, Middle East & Asia, of the Mayor’s Office for International Affairs (center) engage with one…
New York City moves closer to first Vegas-style casinos after regulatory hurdle cleared
A view of the New York City skyline at dusk. State regulatory actions have cleared the legal path for the city to be considered for full-scale, Vegas-style casino licenses. (Photo…
Fil-Am Maria Torres-Springer joins NYC’s all-women transition team
Former new York City First Deputy Mayor Maria Torres-Springer has been named one of the co-chairs of Mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani’s transition team. (Asian Journal file photo) Filipino-American leader Maria Torres-Springer…
Philippines, Rowan University Discuss Potential Linkages in Health Sciences and Medical Education
Filipino and non-Filipino food enthusiasts in New York savored a diverse buffet spread of Filipino cuisine during HANDOG SA HAPAG. NEW YORK, 21 October 2025 – The Philippine Consulate General…
From tradition to modernity, Filipino designers reshape the New York runway
From left: FILIPINXT Co-Founder and Fashion Designer Bessie Besana, Filipino-American Fencer Mitchell Saron, Miss Universe 2022 R’Bonney Nola Gabriel, Consul General Senen T. Mangalile, and FILIPINXT Co-Founder Rob Mallari D’Auria…
Venus Williams and Leylah Fernandez bow out of US Open doubles
The unlikely but spirited pairing of Venus Williams and Leylah Fernandez drew fans’ attention at the 2025 US Open. A cross-generational duo, 45-year-old Williams and 23-year-old Fernandez teamed up for…
Venus Williams and Leylah Fernandez advance to third round of US Open doubles
Photo source @leylahannietennis instagram NEW YORK — On Saturday afternoon, Venus Williams reminded the tennis world of her enduring brilliance. The 45-year-old former world No. 1, playing alongside Canadian star Leylah Fernandez,…
Leylah Fernandez teams up with Venus Williams and scores US Open doubles win
Credit: Instagram/@venuswilliams, @leylahannietenis Leylah Fernandez and Venus Williams upset the sixth seeds Kichenok and Perez in the opening round of US Open doubles. Williams later called Fernandez “the best partner…
Eala Scores Breakthrough, Fernandez Advances at US Open Day 1
Ale Eala and Leylah Fernandez | Photos from WTAtennis.com Alexandra Eala makes Open Era history with her first Grand Slam main-draw win, while Leylah Fernandez powers past Rebecca Marino at…
Filipinos Among Passengers as Fatal Bus Crash in New York Leaves Five Dead
Rescue crews and state police at the scene of a fatal charter bus crash along the New York State Thruway in Genesee County on August 22, 2025. Five people were…
H Mart Now Accepts NationsBenefits Flex Card to Promote Food-as-Medicine Access
Lyndhurst, NJ – H Mart, the largest Asian supermarket chain in the United States, is proud to announce a new integration with NationsBenefits®, a leading supplemental benefits and healthcare fintech…
Escaping to the Hamptons: How to experience a luxury summer tradition without breaking the bank
A touch of whimsy in the Hamptons. This windmill-style home in Hampton Bays captures the area’s storybook charm, offering a unique coastal retreat just a few hours from New York…
NY Governor Hochul Assembles Cabinet Amid Federal Funding Concerns
New York Governor Kathy Hochul (www.governor.ny.gov) ALBANY, NY — New York Governor Kathy Hochul convened an emergency cabinet meeting this week to assess the projected impact of the recently enacted federal…