City of Los Angeles celebrates Filipino American History Month
THE City of Los Angeles honored the thriving Filipino American community during its annual celebration of October as Fil-Am History Month (FAHM) with a lighting of City Hall and awards…
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Los Angeles City Hall gets bathed in the colors of the Philippine flag
AS part of the month-long celebration of Filipino-American History Month this October, the iconic Los Angeles City Hall building was bathed in the colors of the Philippine flag in the…
The Philippines vies for 4 major awards at the prestigious World Travel Awards 2023
Manila, Philippines— With four nominations under its belt this year, The Philippines is defending its back to back title as the World’s Leading Beach Destination and World’s Leading Dive Destination…
TPB’s 12th Regional Travel Fair reaches over PHP 390 million in sales
The 12th Regional Travel Fair (RTF) had a successful run, generating PHP 396 million from estimated business leads as well as PHP 1.3 million in actual sales for nationwide tourism…
The Farm at San Benito Elevates Fight Against Breast Cancer, Pioneering a Holistic Path to Wellness
While breast cancer is the leading type of cancer that affects 2.1 million women each year, it is not unbeatable. Cancer is a journey that profoundly impacts the lives of…
Christmas magic comes alive with Robinsons Department Store’s Enchanting Christmas Shop
Bring in the holiday cheer with a wide selection of Christmas décor for every design inspiration As the days grow shorter and the air turns crisper, you know the season…
What can hand-gathering 100 million kilograms of discarded plastic achieve?
In the face of mounting challenges around plastic pollution and poverty, there emerges a story of hope and transformation. Imagine over 100 million kilograms of discarded plastic— a staggering 220…
KATHA Awards winners for home, fashion, and lifestyle revealed
New pieces and designs imbued with fresh takes and unique executions took the spotlight as the Center for International Trade Expositions and Missions (CITEM) revealed, on Thursday, the winners of…
[COLUMN] Welcome Bishop Albert Bahhuth!
WE warmly welcome our newly ordained auxiliary bishop, Most Reverend Albert Bahhuth, the Episcopal Vicar of the San Fernando Region, to our parish. It brings us great joy to have him…
[COLUMN] Should you modify your child and spousal support obligation if your income decreases?
IF you have an existing child support or spousal support obligation (court order) and your income decreases or even worst if you are laid off from your job causing a…
Women’s wellness & weight loss franchise expands to Woodland Hills, CA
BeBalanced centers open first Woodland Hills area location, celebrating with a grand opening and wellness educational event on October 25 WOODLAND HILLS – BeBalanced, a nation-wide franchise that provides holistic,…
[COLUMN] Employer theft of employees’ wages: Are they more serious than mob merchandise thefts?
IF you’ve watched the news lately, you’ve probably seen the shocking videos of smash-and-grab mobs stealing merchandise from some high-end stores. The news media have been playing these eye-catching videos…
City of Carson to pay tribute to Larry Itliong during FAHM
THE City of Carson, California will be closing out Filipino American History Month with its annual tribute to Larry Itliong. On Saturday, October 28, the city will host its 13th annual Larry…
California moves ahead of the FDA in banning common candy additives
by Annie Sciacca KFF Health News Halloween candy could be in for a California makeover. Asserting that the Food and Drug Administration has not moved quickly enough on dangerous food…
Return to the Runway: Anthony Ramirez Stuns Once Again with a Nostalgic New Collection
In this era where fashion has become a continuous pre-occupation on verbal calisthenics about aesthetics and less about hands-on skill, it’s not easy to come across a designer who can…
From Golden Arches to culinary stardom: Chef Harold Villarosa’s latest culinary project is rooted in his Filipino heritage
In a heartwarming tribute to the diverse community of former and current crew members, McDonald’s rolled out its new initiative last week, aptly named “1 in 8.” The numbers say…
F&C Jewelry celebrates 50 years of elegance and introduces new ambassador, Sofia Andres
Timeless style, rich history, and exciting new possibilities come together in F&C Jewelry’s sparkling 50th anniversary. F&C Jewelry traces its roots back to October 15, 1973, when it was founded…
Kathryn Bernardo and Dolly de Leon discuss ‘A Very Good Girl’ and the rise of Filipino cinema
The black comedy revenge tale directed by Petersen Vargas is currently playing in theaters in the Philippines and the United States If there’s one thing to glean from the global…
ABS-CBN Sagip Pelikula celebrates 30 years of Filipino arts & cinema international with a tribute to Marilou Diaz-Abaya
SAN FRANCISCO – ABS-CBN Sagip Pelikula is honored to be part of the 30th anniversary of the Filipino Arts & Cinema International (FACINE), the longest-running festival of Filipino films in the diaspora….
PCGSF supports fashion show fundraiser
THE Philippine Consulate General in San Francisco, represented by Consul General Neil Frank Ferrer and Consul Jed Llona, attended the “Autumn in Motion Fashion Show” fundraiser on September 23, 2023…
From fraud to green card: Watch this inspiring success story on Citizen Pinoy this Sunday
IT started in June 1998, when Reggie entered the U.S. under an assumed name. Since then, he obtained a fake entry stamp to the Philippines to make it appear he…
PCGSF joins annual Kasayahan sa Daly City for FilAm History Month
DALY CITY – Under an uncharacteristically warm and sunny Daly City weather, the Philippine Consulate General in San Francisco joined the annual Kasayahan sa Daly City at Marchbank Park in Daly City,…
DOT chief joins high-level UNWTO Global Education Forum as panelist
SAMARKAND, Uzbekistan—Department of Tourism (DOT) Secretary Christina Garcia Frasco underscored the critical role of the Department in bridging the academe and the industry toward championing tourism education in the Philippines,…
Point-of-sale loans in the Philippines forecasted to reach value of ₱1.67 trillion by 2028, fueled by consumer spending
MANILA, PHILIPPINES – UnaCash, an in-app and in-store installment solutions provider, expects the growth of point-of-sale loans (POS) in the Philippines to reach a value of ₱1.67 trillion by 2028….
Ronald McDonald House wins ‘Nonprofit of the Year’ from Vegas Chamber
Charity has much to celebrate during 25th year of serving families in medical crisis Las Vegas – On Thursday, October 12th, the Vegas Chamber hosted its “Business of the Year”…
The new vaccines and you: Americans better armed than ever against the winter blechs
Last year’s “triple-demic” marked the beginning of what may be a new normal: a confluence of respiratory infections — RSV, influenza, and COVID-19 — will surge as the weather cools…
Take the ‘Rodeorchestral Rise’ with PPO Tricks and Musical Treats
Come in your best cowboy costumes to the Tricks and Musical Treats: A PPO Family Concert, the annual Halloween event of the Cultural Center of the Philippines and the Philippine…
California takes action to tackle homelessness
SACRAMENTO – On Tuesday, October 10, Governor Gavin Newsom announced multiple new efforts to address homelessness and provided an update on the state’s work to deliver more than 1,200 small homes…
[COLUMN] Snoring impacts brain
MY wife, Farida, and I have just been on a river cruise on the Vikings to historic Rouen, Omaha Beach, Normandy, and Paris (where the Faculty of Medicine at the…
It’s your turn – the county wants input on future infrastructure needs
IF you’d like a say on county projects like sidewalks, fire stations, Live Well centers and libraries, here’s your chance. The county is holding meetings to get your feedback on needed improvements…