Cheers to 20 Years: MAFBEX 2026 Officially Opens Its Doors
The Manila Foods and Beverages Expo (MAFBEX), the country’s premier food and beverage exposition, officially opened its doors for its landmark 20th edition on June 10, 2026, at the World…
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Terrible’s agreement gives Primm a path to avoid July 4 shutdown
PRIMM — Terrible’s has reached an agreement with the Primm family to operate hotel-casino and related properties in Primm, giving the Nevada-California border community a path to avoid a planned…
Glendale proclaims June 12 as Philippine Independence Day
GLENDALE, Calif. — The City of Glendale has proclaimed June 12, 2026, as Philippine Independence Day, joining Filipino communities around the world in marking the 128th anniversary of the proclamation…
Hawai‘i chef Rhoda Magbitang wins Top Chef Season 23
Rhoda Magbitang, executive chef of CanoeHouse in Hawai‘i and winner of Top Chef Season 23, is shown with a promotional billboard for Top Chef: Carolinas and during competition scenes in the Bravo kitchen. Magbitang…
Prosperity Begins in the Soul
For years, I thought financial freedom was mostly about numbers. Better income. Bigger savings account. Smaller debt. Simple, right? Then I spent three decades in the mortgage industry and discovered…
Asia Clean Energy Forum 2026 at ADB
The Asia Clean Energy Forum (ACEF) 2026, held June 8–11, celebrated the Asian Development Bank’s 60th anniversary while addressing pressing challenges in the clean energy transition. Reflecting ADB’s updated 2025…
Honoring Dad with Moments That Matter at Taal Vista Hotel
Celebrate Dad with a timeless getaway in Tagaytay, where meaningful stays and warm hospitality have been part of every generation since 1939. This Father’s Day, Taal Vista Hotel presents a…
Eurotel Turns Retired Hotel Linens Into Tote Bags That Give Back
In its first major sustainability drive, Eurotel upcycles old hotel blankets into eco-friendly totes — with 100% of proceeds supporting children with disabilities and their families. QUEZON CITY, Philippines —…
Three Heritage Dishes That Tell the Story of Negrense Cuisine
Manami Resort is known for its thoughtful approach to luxury, one that celebrates nature, culture, and a deep connection to the island. At the heart of the resort’s culinary experience…
“The harvest is plentiful but the laborers are few.” (Matthew 9:37)
I still vividly remember the day I was about twelve years old, praying alone inside our parish church. I thought I heard Jesus speaking to me, telling me to be…
Healthspan – Lifespan
Healthspan is the stage in life where people are practically disease-free or able to ambulate without loss of balance, feed themselves, bathe and dress without help, socialize with family, friends,…
A Filipino American museum takes root in Las Vegas
LAS VEGAS — On South Maryland Parkway, a corridor of restaurants, shops, remittance counters and community rooms has long carried the rhythms of Filipino life in Southern Nevada. This week,…
Karen Bass to face Nithya Raman in L.A. mayoral runoff
Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass, left, and City Councilmember Nithya Raman, right, will face each other in the Nov. 3 mayoral runoff. Bass led the June 2 primary in the…
Becerra advances in California governor’s race as count continues
Xavier Becerra, former U.S. secretary of Health and Human Services and former California attorney general, has advanced to the November general election in the race for California governor. Courtesy of…
Heart Evangelista says past relationship made her feel like a ‘sugar mommy’
Heart Evangelista recently opened up about dating, generosity and boundaries during an appearance on “Fast Talk with Boy Abunda.” – Photo from Heart Evangelista’s Instagram / @iamhearte Heart Evangelista is looking…
Paul Rudd and Nick Jonas talk about making John Carney’s ‘Power Ballad’
BY JANET SUSAN R. NEPALES It is a very common story in Hollywood or in the music world. You create or compose a song, and before you know it, somebody…
Marks & Spencer plans Philippine return under MAP franchise deal
Founded in the United Kingdom in 1884, M&S has grown into an international retailer with physical stores, e-commerce and franchise operations across multiple markets, including Europe, Asia and the Middle…
Former PAL chief Stanley Ng named tourism undersecretary
Newly appointed Department of Tourism Undersecretary Stanley K. Ng takes his oath before Tourism Secretary Dita Angara-Mathay in Manila. Ng, a former Philippine Airlines executive, brings aviation industry experience to…
Federal judge blocks Trump’s $100,000 H-1B visa fee
Federal court rules administration lacked congressional authority to impose six-figure charge on skilled-worker visas, setting up a likely appeal over the limits of presidential immigration powers. BOSTON — A federal…
U.S. expands use of citizenship revocation policy for naturalized Americans
The DOJ has filed civil denaturalization actions against 17 naturalized Americans as part of an expanded citizenship revocation policy. – Photo courtesy of Wikimedia Commons The Justice Department says the…
ICC seeks Filipino, Cebuano interpreters ahead of Duterte trial
The Hague-based court posted language-service openings as proceedings against the former Philippine president move toward a scheduled Nov. 30 trial. THE HAGUE — The International Criminal Court is seeking Filipino and…
San Diego Mayor Todd Gloria assumes U.S. Conference of Mayors presidency in historic first
San Diego Mayor Todd Gloria assumes the presidency of the United States Conference of Mayors during the organization’s 94th Annual Meeting in Long Beach, California. Gloria became the first mayor…
Magnitude 7.8 quake leaves deaths, damage and school disruption across Mindanao
The collapsed Malalan Barangay Hall in Jose Abad Santos, Davao Occidental, shows the force of the magnitude 7.8 earthquake that struck off Sarangani on Monday morning, June 8, 2026. House…
Alex Eala rallies to win Birmingham Open title ahead of Wimbledon
Alexandra “Alex” Eala’s Birmingham Open WTA 125 title, secured with a three-set victory over Czech player Nikola Bartunkova, gives the Filipina added momentum ahead of Wimbledon. (Photo courtesy of Alex Eala/Instagram)…
SM Hotels Appoints Janytte Siega as General Manager of Upcoming SMX Convention Center Seaside Cebu
Set to open in November 2026, SMX Convention Center Seaside Cebu will rise within the SM Seaside Cebu complex, offering over 21,000 square meters of convention and exhibition space in…
CHICAGO PCG JOINS FILIPINOS OF MARY, MOTHER OF GOD PARISH IN 39TH ANNUAL SANTACRUZAN
Photo 1) Consul Ma. Theresa Alders (fifth from right, seated) pose with officers and members of the Filipinos of Mary, Mother of God Parish, including Mr. Tom Buenvenida (past president…
CONSUL GENERAL MEETS WITH MICHIGAN GOVERNOR AND THE CONSULAR CORPS OF MICHIGAN
Consul General Melanie Rita B. Diano graced the reception hosted by Governor Gretchen Whitmer and was organized by the Michigan Economic Development Corporation (MEDC) to honor the Consular Corps of…
29 Filipino-American Graduates in the US Northeast Honored at the 13th Philippine Graduation in New York
(Left) Deputy Consul General Adrian Elmer S. Cruz lead the distribution of medals and certificates to the honorees; (Right) Mr. Jose Raymundo Mayo II addresses the audience on behalf of…
Pentagon chief cites Philippines as example of defense burden sharing
U.S. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth, shown at a “Defend Freedom” event file photo, cited the Philippines at the Shangri-La Dialogue in Singapore as an example of allied defense burden sharing,…
Sandiganbayan closes remaining claims in Marcos wealth recovery case filed in 1991
Former Philippine President Ferdinand E. Marcos and First Lady Imelda R. Marcos are shown at a public event during the Marcos administration. The Sandiganbayan recently dismissed the remaining unresolved claims…