Amber Sevilla’s “2:25 PM” to be displayed in the U.S. Capitol U.S. Rep. Grace Meng (D-NY) announced on Tuesday, June 11 that Amber Sevilla, an 11th grader from Elmhurst, Queens, has won her annual art contest. Sevilla, a Filipino American, earned the top spot among entries from high school students across Queens. The contest is…
The New York State Assembly adopted a resolution urging Governor Hochul to proclaim June 12th, 2024, as Philippine Independence Day in New York State on Tuesday, June 4. Sponsored by Assemblymember Kenneth Zebrowski and cosponsored by Assemblymember Steven Raga, this resolution celebrates the rich heritage and vibrant culture of the Filipino community in New York….
Labor trafficking, money laundering, national security concerns raised Senate Deputy Minority Leader Risa Hontiveros has reiterated the urgent need for President Marcos to close all Philippine Offshore Gaming Operator (POGO) hubs due to their significant impact on labor trafficking, money laundering, wage violations, and public safety. Speaking before the Filipino American Press Club of New…
SACRAMENTO — As California’s newest State Park, Dos Rios, officially opened to the public on Wednesday, June 12, Governor Gavin Newsom issued a proclamation declaring June 12-16, 2024 as California State Parks Week. Located in the San Joaquin Valley outside of Modesto, Dos Rios is the first new State Park since 2014. “Our state parks are a point of…
COLMA – Philippine Consul General in San Francisco Neil Ferrer joined the officials and residents of Colma, California on June 5, 2024 for the raising of the Philippine national flag, in what has become a yearly tradition for the Bay Area town in celebration of Philippine Independence Day. In his remarks, Consul General Ferrer expressed…
LEADING U.S. Immigration Attorney Michael J. Gurfinkel continues his interaction with the Filipino community at the 126th Philippine Independence Day Celebration in New York. Atty. Gurfinkel was able to reconnect with former clients and speak with a diverse array of Filipino community members and organizations. He answered questions from several parade attendees, including members of…
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First 100 automated license plate readers installed by SFPD already leading to arrests SAN FRANCISCO – Mayor London N. Breed on Wednesday, June 12 announced new automated license plate reader cameras being installed across San Francisco are already leading to results, with arrests for crimes including organized retail theft, carjacking, robbery, and sexual assault. These arrests…
For the 35th anniversary of West Gallery, the 12 x 9 x 35 show features nearly a thousand works from close to 300 artists What started as a daring idea by the late Mauro “Malang” Santos, West Gallery has evolved into one of the country’s trailblazing contemporary art galleries. Led by the husband-and-wife tandem of…
Two Filipino Americans have made history, securing top honors at the prestigious James Beard Foundation Awards over the weekend in Chicago. Lord Maynard Llera of Kuya Lord was named Best Chef in California, while Abi Balingit’s debut cookbook, “Mayumu: Filipino American Desserts Remixed,” won the Emerging Voice award. These accolades not only highlight their exceptional…
MCDONALD’S is revolutionizing intergenerational communication within Asian American families with its latest AI-powered initiative. This groundbreaking campaign aims to bridge the language gap between Gen Z and their non-English-speaking grandparents. Utilizing advanced voice cloning and lip sync technology, McDonald’s new AI video translation website allows users to “speak” in their grandparents’ native languages, fostering stronger family bonds and preserving cultural heritage. In…
Knee surgery in 2021 limited Elizabeth Duran’s physical activity and caused her to gain weight. Duran, 65, took pills for high blood pressure and dealt with her anxiety privately. In the fall of 2023, her doctor referred her to a county program, Recipe 4 Health, that delivers fresh produce to her house. Duran, who is…
by Yugel Losorata Ethnic Media Services A Los Angeles luncheon held to close out AAPI Heritage Month paid homage to the efforts of AAPI community leaders in Los Angeles to counter historic spikes in Asian hate since the pandemic. The luncheon The event, held in the Little Tokyo neighborhood of LA, was organized by the…
As temperatures soar into the triple digits during this summer’s first heat wave in Los Angeles, Sandra Villalobos has been going door-to-door sharing information with neighbors on how to stay cool. Her bilingual team of promotoras — community health workers with the nonprofit Visión y Compromiso — is fanning out around her Boyle Heights neighborhood…
The acquisition marks a significant development in the Philippine investment community, reflecting their growing involvement in international business transactions. TriVantage Holdings Pte Ltd., a Singapore-registered special-purpose vehicle jointly owned by mostly Philippine-based investors and former consumer brand executives, recently acquired athleticwear brand 2XU from L Capital Ironman Pte Ltd. While the terms of the transactions were not officially disclosed,…
Cerritos – On its third year run as Los Angeles County’s largest Philippine American Friendship Day, this year’s edition will be held on July 13 (Saturday) from 10:30 am to 8 pm at the Don Knabe Community Regional Park on Bloomfield Ave., this city. Hosted by the National Federation of Filipino American Associations (NaFFAA) in…
WE have abundant blessings to celebrate in our parish this month. Forty youth and young adults received the Sacrament of Confirmation last Saturday, and twenty-six 8th-grade students graduated from our school, with the majority of them pursuing a Catholic high school education. We are also looking forward to our annual parish carnival that brings together…
You and your spouse may have gone through a lengthy and contentious divorce proceeding. This is usually the most difficult period of a person’s life. Finally, time heals all pain. You and your spouse get tired of bickering and being mean to one another that you both decide to compromise each other positions and resolve…
The Manila Foods and Beverages Expo 2024 (MAFBEX) is aiming to be bigger than ever before, delivering more flavors and tasty treats to keep its visitors coming back for more. Its organizer, Worldbex Services International, has always dedicated its time to make sure that each year, it will deliver the busiest and most satisfying food…
IN honor of Asian American Pacific Islander (AAPI) Heritage Month, community leaders and government officials of San Gabriel, California honored members and volunteers of an AAPI youth advocacy organization that seeks to foster multicultural connection. On May 28, the Asian Youth Center hosted its 2nd annual AAPI Heritage Month Recognition Ceremony where the multicultural group…
A new poll released for the Building Decarbonization Coalition (BDC) finds that a healthy 62% majority of California voters would support a pilot program to upgrade their neighborhoods to run on 100% clean electricity. A neighborhood-scale pilot program could upgrade entire blocks of homes and businesses at once to be fully powered by clean, renewable…
Cal State LA has received a $370,000 state grant to develop a new program focused on Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander (AANHPI) student achievement efforts. The award is part of a $8 million appropriation directed by Assembly Bill (AB) 190 to the California State University to enhance culturally responsive support for underserved students,…
JUNE 12 will be recognized as Philippine Independence Day in Los Angeles County, according to a proclamation from the county Board of Supervisors. The motion, authored by Supervisor Janice Hahn and coauthored by Supervisor Hilda L. Solis, reads in part “The Board of Supervisors recognizes the importance of this day to Filipino residents in Los…
To close racial and ethnic birthing outcome disparities, Medi-Cal is expanding access to maternal health services — most notably, doula care. Doulas — trained professionals who provide physical, emotional and informational support to patients before, during and after childbirth — are essential to closing these disparities for parents and infants, as doula care can help…
by Selen Ozturk Ethnic Media Services The Healing Our People Through Engagement (HOPE) program uses a “Radical Healing Framework” to help the five largest Asian communities in Los Angeles County — Cambodian, Chinese, Filipino, Japanese and Korean — respond to past and ongoing racism. The project is funded by the California Department of Social Services…
In Nevada, where nearly half a million seniors reside, the demand for home caregivers is escalating rapidly, with a projected need for 32,000 more in the next decade to adequately serve its aging population. Homecare workers help with all the daily activities that empower seniors and people with disabilities to live at home, including bathing,…
A NEW technology launched on Wednesday, May 29 that will help streamline the evacuation process during emergencies throughout the region. Evacuation zones powered by Genasys EVAC technology will help emergency managers and dispatchers send out more precise location-based alerts during an emergency evacuation. The zones were developed by a coalition of local emergency managers, law…
THE county reached a milestone in efforts to address the region’s housing crisis. Officials celebrated the grand opening of the Levant Senior Cottages in Linda Vista on Thursday, May 30. The development is the first of 11 affordable housing projects to complete construction on county excess land. The Levant Street site was once home to…
DO you like to read? Do you like to learn? How about, do you like to earn prizes? Well, this summer you can do all three. The County Library Summer Learning Challenge is back! This summer’s “Read, Learn, Create” reading challenge started Saturday, June 1 and runs through Aug 31. Anyone and everyone can take…
SONORA — The U.S. Postal Service is hosting several free hiring events to help future employees create their online profile and immediately start applying for jobs. As part our innovative 10-year-plan, Delivering for America, the Postal Service is focused on building a more stable and empowered workforce. Our employees are our greatest asset, and we…
