New York City to Retire MetroCard After 32 Years, Ushering in Tap-and-Go Era
OMNY card readers installed at a New York City subway station. The contactless system is set to fully replace the MetroCard by the end of 2025 as part of the…
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MIAS 2025: Driven by Connections for 20 Years
Manila, Philippines—Twenty years ago, WORLDBEX Services International (WSI) held its first Manila International Auto Show (MIAS), showcasing the very best of the Philippine automotive industry. Today, MIAS continues to set…
Trump Signs Executive Order Requiring Proof of Citizenship for Federal Elections
March 25, 2025 — Washington, D.C. President Donald Trump has signed an executive order requiring voters to present documentary proof of U.S. citizenship in order to register for federal elections….
Sofronio Vasquez Joins David Foster and Katharine McPhee in Powerful Onstage Collaboration
Sofronio Vasquez joins power couple Katharine McPhee and David Foster in Arizona for a benefit event organized by Gateway for Cancer Research. SCOTTSDALE, ARIZONA – Sofronio Vasquez, the Filipino vocal…
Philippine Ambassador Urges Undocumented Filipinos in the U.S. to Voluntarily Depart to Avoid Detention and Deportation
Washington, D.C. — Philippine Ambassador to the United States, Jose Manuel “Babe” Romualdez, has reiterated his advice for undocumented Filipinos in the U.S. to consider voluntary departure to avoid the…
Foreign Tourists Can Now Get VAT Refunds in the Philippines
The Implementing Rules and Regulations (IRR) were signed by Finance Secretary Ralph G. Recto, Bureau of Customs (BOC) Commissioner Bienvenido Y. Rubio, and Bureau of Internal Revenue (BIR) Deputy Commissioner…
Congress Cracks Down on Fake News: Lawmakers Grill Vloggers, NBI Traces Online Disinformation Networks
MANILA — The Philippine government has launched a coordinated effort to confront the growing threat of fake news, targeting social media influencers, vloggers, and online content creators believed to be…
Alex Eala Advances to Quarterfinals After Badosa Withdrawal, Set to Face World No. 1 Iga Świątek
Alex Eala file photo from her Instagram page Miami, FL – March 24, 2025 — Alexandra Eala’s remarkable run at the 2025 Miami Open continues, as the 19-year-old Filipina advanced to…
Bringing the Community Together
Korean Drum Group Glendale, CA – “Bringing the Community Together” as more than 800 attendees gathered at the YMCA of Glendale to “Celebrate YOUniqueness,” a community event.On Its 3rd year,…
Alex Eala Defeats World No. 5 Madison Keys in Historic Miami Open Victory
Alex Eala – file photo from her Instagram page MIAMI, FL — March 23, 2025 — In a stunning upset that shook the tennis world, 19-year-old Filipino rising star Alexandra…
Alex Eala Breaks Through at Miami Open: A Star Rises for the Philippines
Alex Eala with Rafael Nadal From the courts of Quezon City to the international spotlight of the Miami Open, Alex Eala is proving that greatness can come from anywhere and…
Trump Orders Student Loans Transferred to SBA
Concerns rise over the future of key student loan relief programs, such as the SAVE Plan, PSLF expansions, and targeted debt cancellation. With the repeal of Biden-era policies, students and…
This Timeless Wisdom from Steve Jobs Might Hold the Key to Overcoming the Filipino ‘Pwede Na ‘Yan’ Mindset
“You’ve got to find what you love. And that is as true for your work as it is for your lovers. Your work is going to fill a large part…
George Foreman, Boxing Legend, Dies at 76; Manny Pacquiao and Filipino Fans Pay Tribute
Winning the gold metal for #TeamUSA at the 1968 Olympic Summer Games in Mexico City. Photo from George Foreman official Instagram page LOS ANGELES, CA — The world of boxing mourns…
San Miguel Overtakes Aboitiz as the Philippines’ Leading Power Producer
Ramon S. Ang, Chairman and CEO, San Miguel Corporation. His leadership drives innovation and growth across key industries—food and beverage, infrastructure, power, and investments—reinforcing his profound impact on the Philippine…
HUDSON COUNTY CLERK E. JUNIOR MALDONADO AND CONGRESSMAN ROB MENENDEZ TOUT RECORD SETTING PASSPORT DAY
Hudson County, NJ- On Wednesday, March 19, 2025, at the Hudson County Plaza located at 257 Cornelison Avenue in Jersey City, New Jersey a record number of 71 applications were…
Measles Outbreaks Rise as Vaccination Rates Drop
BySunita Sohrabji University of California San Francisco infectious diseases specialist Dr. Peter Chin-Hong explains the rise in measles outbreaks, and dispels some myths about purported treatments for the infection. (Dave…
Amid Plummeting Diversity at Medical Schools, a Warning of DEI Crackdown’s ‘Chilling Effect’
The Trump administration’s crackdown on DEI programs could exacerbate an unexpectedly steep drop in diversity among medical school students, even in states like California, where public universities have been navigating bans on…
LA County Launches Help for Small Businesses After Fires, Pandemic
BySelen Ozturk With minority-owned Los Angeles businesses taking a double-hit of the pandemic and recent fires, the county is stepping up help. With minority-owned Los Angeles businesses taking a…
Trump Sends Chilling Message to Immigrants Declaring English Official Language
BySunita Sohrabji “The message being sent to immigrant communities is that we don’t belong, and that we should have no expectation of getting assistance from the Government.” – Marita Etcubanez,…
From the Pastor’s Desk: On being pilgrims of hope
We journey in hope. This is what I learned during a Lenten retreat I attended with fellow priests this past week. As we journey, we look forward to God’s promise…
Singer Yeng Constantino’s view of women in music
Singer-songwriter Yeng Constantino Photos compiled by Rogelio Medina MARCH is the Women’s Month. I will feature women from all walks of life. I asked female respondents (1st batch): What is…
Step Into the Ring: SUMO Enters Its Final Weeks at The Public Theater
David Shih, Ahmad Kamal, Red Concepción , Scott Keiji Takeda, Michael Hisamoto, and Earl T. Kim. Photo by Emma Zordan Sumo is more than just a sport—it’s a sacred Shinto…
Cortez Masto, Local Nonprofits Address Federal Funding Uncertainty and the Impact on Critical Services
Las Vegas, Nev. – Today, U.S. Senator Catherine Cortez Masto (D-Nev.) and United Way of Southern Nevada hosted a roundtable to discuss the impact of ongoing federal funding uncertainties on critical…
Trump Signs Executive Order to Dismantle Department of Education
Promises made. Promises kept. Since assuming office, President Trump has signed a significant number of executive orders aimed at fulfilling his campaign commitments. Among his latest moves is the controversial…
Senate Investigates Duterte’s Arrest: Imee Marcos Leads Probe Into ICC’s Role
Senator Imee Marcos leads a Senate inquiry into the arrest of former President Rodrigo Duterte, questioning its legality and implications on Philippine sovereignty. As chair of the Senate Committee on Foreign…
Los Angeles Faces $1 Billion Budget Deficit: City Officials Warn of Major Staffing Cuts
Karen Bass – Photo from Instagram LOS ANGELES—With a $1 billion budget deficit looming over the 2025-2026 fiscal year, Los Angeles officials have warned that widespread staffing cuts and service…
New York’s Noncitizen Voting Law Overturned by State’s Highest Court
NEW YORK CITY, NY – In a major legal decision, the New York State Court of Appeals struck down a law that would have granted noncitizens the right to vote…
The First Woman to Earn a Degree from Harvard Law School is a Filipina
Erlinda Arce Ignacio Espiritu: A Trailblazer in Law In a world where gender often dictated destiny, Erlinda Arce Ignacio Espiritu defied expectations and forged her own path. A Filipina lawyer,…
AANHPI Advocacy Day 2025 United Community Members at Nevada Legislature to Champion Key Issues
The groups brought over 80 Nevadans to the state capital to advocate for bills affecting AANHPI communities. Carson City – One APIA Nevada and the Asian Community Development Council (ACDC)…