The nation’s largest Filipino American book festival announces its return to San Francisco
Hosted by San Francisco Public Library, features in-person and virtual programs San Francisco – This October, Bay Area literature fans have something to celebrate: the 6th Filipino American International Book Festival (FAIBF),…
Entrepreneur Olivia Quido-Co’s beautiful journey lands in NYC
Olivia Quido-Co, CEO and founder of the Los Angeles-based O Skin Med Spa did not actually dream to become where she is right now. As a young teen growing up…
Mon Cargo celebrates 36 years, thanks clients for continued patronage
AS Mon Cargo Services Incorporated celebrates another year of success, its management and staff would first like to thank its valued customers for being an essential part of the company’s…
Enjoy ongoing October promotions at Graton Casino!
ROHNERT PARK – Where to go this coming Autumn? Come to the all-round leisure and entertainment destination – Graton Resort & Casino – to share the luck and have fun!…
[COLUMN] Atty. Gurfinkel answers immigration questions from Kapamilya in San Diego on part 1 of Citizen Pinoy’s ‘Your Tanong, My Sagot’
LEADING U.S. Immigration Atty. Michael J. Gurfinkel visited San Diego, where he answered questions of Kapamilya from “America’s Finest City” and neighboring areas. In Part 1 of “Your Tanong, My…
‘Very proud Filipina Texan’: Miss Texas R’Bonney Gabriel becomes first Filipino American to win Miss USA title
Gabriel will represent the U.S. during Miss Universe ON the third day of Filipino American History Month, Miss Texas R’Bonney Gabriel made Fil-Ams proud as she was crowned Miss USA…
Action-comedy film ‘Lumpia with a Vengeance’ rolls out in theaters nationwide
JUST in time for this year’s celebration of Filipino American History Month (FAHM), the award-winning Fil-Am indie comedy feature film, “Lumpia with a Vengeance” rolls out in major theaters across…
[COLUMN] Rewriting your own story
IF you’ve been given the chance to restart a new life after you’ve gone through some life-changing, miraculous experience, such as surviving a horrific accident when everyone else perished, or…
[COLUMN] Bankruptcy or debt settlement?
Most people are unaware that credit card companies will negotiate with you if they believe that it is in their best interest to do so. Many times, you can negotiate…
[COLUMN] Saving water & building a more resilient future
California’s climate has changed. We are experiencing more extreme weather – hotter temperatures, longer and more severe droughts, worsening wildfires and dangerous flash flooding. We’re seeing this not just in…
Unpacking California’s record-breaking $54 billion climate budget
AMID unprecedented heat waves and major wildfires, California signed off on the state’s most ambitious effort to combat climate change with a $54 billion spending package designed to cut emissions…
Updated vaccines: How to update your protection against covid this fall
“Been there, done that.” People are feeling like they’ve heard enough about COVID-19. But staying on top of the facts, vaccinations, and level of spread in the community is still…
Celebrating the ‘past, present, and future’: Filipino American History Month celebrates 30 years of honor and recognition of Fil-Am excellence
THOUGH it feels as if Filipinos only just made it to the United States in the mid-to-late 20th century, it’s worth knowing that Filipinos made their mark centuries earlier. The…
Nursing home surprise: Advantage plans may shorten stays to less time than Medicare covers
After 11 days in a St. Paul, Minnesota, skilled nursing facility recuperating from a fall, Paula Christopherson, 97, was told by her insurer that she should return home. But instead…
Biden marks Fil-Am History Month by celebrating ‘innumerable contributions’ of Fil-Ams in US
UNITED States President Joe Biden paid tribute to the strength of Filipino Americans as the country celebrates October as Filipino American History Month. The commander-in-chief took to social media to…
The Philippines’ celebrates back to back wins at Conde Naste Traveler Readers’ Choice Awards; Boracay claims spot as top island in Asia anew
The Department of Tourism (DOT) celebrates the Philippines’ back-to-back wins in the Condé Nast Traveler (CNT) 2022 Readers’ Choice Awards. The world-renowned Island of Boracay was awarded the Top Island…
In the nick of time: Young Filipino designer Chris Nick debuts at LA Fashion Week
The Philippines’ fastest-rising young designer, Chris Nick, has arrived in Los Angeles, and is debuting in one of the world’s biggest fashion events, the LA Fashion Week (LAFW) Spring Summer…
Franchise Asia Philippines Expo 2022 is Back in SMX
After a successful holding of the Franchise Asia Philippines 2022 Virtual Conference last September, the Philippine Franchise Association (PFA) is bringing back Franchise Asia Philippines Expo to SMX Convention Center-Manila…
Marga Nograles takes helm as new TPB COO
MANILA – The Tourism Promotions Board (TPB) Philippines, the marketing and promotions arm of the Department of Tourism (DOT), announces that Ms. Maria Margarita Montemayor Nograles has officially assumed the…
City of Glendale, CA proclaims Oct. as Fil-Am History Month
Glendale — Board members of the Filipino-American Business Association of Glendale (FABAG-GLAC) appeared before the regular Glendale City Council meeting of Tuesday, September 27, 2022 to receive a Proclamation declaring the month…
Home care agencies cited with misclassifying workers, must pay over $1.8M
FILIPINO home care workers are among those who have been improperly misclassified and subjected to wage theft violations, according to a citation issued by the California Labor Commissioner’s Office. Two…
Survey: 63% of older AAPI women experience workplace discrimination
National AARP poll describes connection between workplace bias, AAPI women’s mental health ASIAN American and Pacific Islander (AAPI) women continue to experience workplace discrimination based on their gender, ethnicity, and…
OCNHS Class 1972 celebrates 50th high school reunion in San Diego
UNITED States-based graduates of Olongapo City National High School (OCNHS) celebrated their 50th Reunion in San Diego on September 9-12, 2022. Over 60 classmates who live in the U.S. from California, Idaho,…
[COLUMN] ‘Lord, increase our faith’
“Have faith in God. Be strong.” It’s the advice we give to a family member or friend when they go through turmoil, serious illness, or difficulty. It’s because, often, it’s…
[COLUMN] Does job termination threaten your right to live in the US?
Q: I was petitioned by my current employer to work in a residential care facility in the U.S. While I worked 6 days a week, and often on a 10-12…