Covering the week’s most noteworthy news stories in the United States for the Filipino-American and Global Filipino community.
Locations available across the city to provide relief from the heat SAN DIEGO – With the National Weather Service (NWS) issuance of an Excessive Heat Warning through 8 p.m. Tuesday,…
Discover the fun! The city of Las Vegas will offer all-day supervised fun, recreation and enrichment for youth in kindergarten through eighth grade when the Clark County School District has…
Arthur Ashe Kids’ Day, Opening Day attract record crowds as well THE USTA Billie Jean King National Tennis Center witnessed an unprecedented surge of enthusiasm during the 2023 US Open…
Philippine Consulate officials led by Deputy Consul General Raquel R. Solano welcomed Philippine Airlines (PAL) executives to the Philippine Center in San Francisco on August 17, 2023. PAL Assistant Vice…
SAN FRANCISCO – The Philippine Consulate General in San Francisco and its partner government agencies, led by Consul General Neil Ferrer, went in full force to show its support for…
SACRAMENTO – California State Treasurer Fiona Ma announced the results of $706.6 million in revenue bonds for the Regents of the University of California (Regents). Proceeds of the $586.5 million 2023 Series…
UNION CITY – Philippine Consul General to San Francisco Neil Frank Ferrer joined Union City’s 18th Annual Sister City Festival with the theme “Peace through Friendship” on August 20, 2023 at…
The Philippine Consulate and the International MoTHER Movement (IMM) jointly led the celebration of the “Buwan ng Wika” (Language Month) last Tuesday, August 22, at the community hall of the…
Philippines’ “Blue Room” by Ma-an L. Asuncion-Dagñalan Also in Lineup New York, NY – August 24, 2023 – The excitement is building as the SOHO International Film Festival (SIFFNYC) prepares…
Even with extensive caregiving experience, Patti LaFleur was unprepared for the crisis that hit in April 2021, when her mother, Linda LaTurner, fell out of a chair and broke her…
40th Anniversary of Martyrdom Reminds Community of Courage Filipino Americans from New York, New Jersey, and Connecticut came together to commemorate the 40th anniversary of Benigno “Ninoy” Aquino Jr.’s assassination…
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…
THE County of San Diego is asking residents ages 55 and older to share their thoughts in a comprehensive needs assessment survey. The state survey will be used to inform…
THE County is bringing together its partners and members of the community to raise awareness about local treatment, support and recovery resources in honor of National Recovery Month. The public…
by Sunita Sohrabji Ethnic Media Services The California Department of Aging on August 22 announced the launch of its first-ever statewide assessment for Californians aged 55 and older to share…
The United States University is eagerly anticipating the arrival of more than 500 graduates from the 2023 class in San Diego on September 16th. Established in 1997, United States University…
State legislative delegation comes through to improve quality of life in communities across city SAN DIEGO – Mayor Todd Gloria was joined on Friday, August 18 by members of San…
The Philippine Consulate General in San Francisco, represented by Vice Consul Adrian Baccay, graced the graduation rites of the Cultural Immersion Summer Camp of the University of the Philippines Alumni…
U.S. Senator Catherine Cortez Masto (D-Nevada) met with over a dozen Asian American and Pacific Islander (AAPI) small business owners and community leaders in Las Vegas to discuss federal resources…
LOS ANGELES — Incumbent Cebu City Mayor Michael Rama urged Filipino Americans to support the Philippine government’s initiatives in uplifting the lives of fellow Filipinos. A meet and greet event…
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…
AT a briefing held by EMS and California Black Media, state health directors and leaders from community-based organizations (CBOs) explained how they are ensuring that Californians maintain continuous coverage and…
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…
Pioneering Filipino-American entrepreneur makes waves in the cannabis industry IN a fascinating entrepreneurial journey spanning over a decade, Filipino American entrepreneur Howard Hoffman has ventured into various industries, ultimately finding…
by Selen Ozturk Ethnic Media Services As extreme heat scorches California, schools preparing to reopen across the Bay Area are also preparing to use the first $47 million of a…
AFTER anti-Asian hate and violence escalated during the COVID-19 pandemic, leaders of the Asian American and Pacific Islander (AAPI) have spent the last few years rallying for greater investment in…
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…
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…
Cerritos, CA – An estimated 4,000 attendees trooped to the 2nd Los Angeles County’s largest Philippine American Friendship Day celebration on July 15 at the Don Knabe Community Regional Park…
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….
