DOT eyes BINI as possible tourism ambassadors
The tourism department says it has reached out to the P-pop group’s camp, but no formal appointment has been announced MANILA — Tourism Secretary Dita Angara-Mathay said the Department of Tourism…
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Mark Pulido named Grand Marshal of Carson’s 128th Philippine Independence Day Celebration
CARSON, Calif. — Mark Pulido, a longtime Cerritos public servant and one of Southern California’s most visible Filipino American civic leaders, has been named Grand Marshal of the 128th Annual…
House expels Cavite Rep. Kiko Barzaga after months of disciplinary clashes
Comelec says removal does not automatically bar him from running again, leaving open the possibility of a special election in Dasmariñas MANILA — The House of Representatives has expelled Cavite 4th…
Message on the Solemnity of The Body and Blood of Jesus
As I always emphasize in my homilies, what we primarily celebrate during Mass is the Memorial Sacrifice of Jesus on the Cross—His dying and rising, which we refer to as…
Bytes: Your Gateway to Manila, One Dish at a Time | Lanson Place Mall of Asia.
Manila, Philippines — 02 June 2026 — This season, Lanson Place Mall of Asia invites guests to rediscover the Philippines through its most compelling language: food. At Bytes, the hotel’s…
California primary narrows field for November as ballot counting continues
Filipino American candidates posted notable results across statewide, legislative, congressional and Los Angeles city races as California’s top-two system and local majority rules shaped the June 2 primary. LOS ANGELES…
UST Medical Alumni Association Marks 32nd Anniversary and 16th Biennial Ball with Grand Celebration
The UST Medical Alumni Association of Southern CA commemorated a landmark evening as it celebrated its 32nd Anniversary and 16th Biennial Ball, a gathering that brought together generations of Thomasian…
SOUTH LA WOMAN LIVING IN 500-SQUARE FOOT CONVERTED GARAGE WINS $2.2 MILLION IRVINE,CA HOME – COURTESY OF PECHANGA
Home Sweet Win! host, Ty Pennington with winner Anahy M. and promotional model TEMECULA, Calif. – A South Los Angeles medical student living in a 500 square foot converted garage…
The next frontier in beauty? The rise of scalp health and hair wellness
VT Cosmetics’ hair line features a scalp shampoo, serum and ampoules that use the PDRN needle shot innovation. As Korean beauty continues to evolve beyond skincare, one category quietly…
V&C Foods: How a Bay Area Distributor Built Leadership Across Three Generations
In 1945 in San Francisco, Victor and Charlotte Cortesi started V&C Foods with fresh eggs and a distributor’s vision. What makes the business distinctive isn’t just that it endured. It’s…
Your home is an investment –How to create generational wealth
d3sign/Moment, with Getty Images. Sponsored by JPMorganChase For most Americans, owning a home has long been considered a cornerstone to building and preserving generational wealth. A home purchase often symbolizes…
USCIS Signals Leaner Times for Green Card Adjustments
In a newly released policy memorandum (PM-602-0199), U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) has sent a clear message to applicants that adjusting status within the United States is an “extraordinary…
Graton Resort & Casino’s $8,000,000 World Apart giveaway continues with Lamborghini Urus grand prize and summer entertainment lineup
This Summer, guests can take part in Graton Resort & Casino’s $8,000,000 World Apart Giveaway, happening Saturdays now through June 27. Drawings take place every hour from 7PM to 11PM,…
Sky River Casino kicks off summer promotions, continues $550,000 treasure hunt cash giveaway
ELK GROVE, Calif. (June, XX, 2026) — Sky River Casino welcomes the start of summer with an exciting lineup of promotions and giveaways throughout June, highlighted by the continuation of…
Zubiri apologizes after Inday Badiday remark in Senate dispute over Imee Marcos video
The late broadcaster’s grandson, IC Mendoza, said the family accepted the senator’s apology but objected to seeing her name invoked in a political exchange MANILA — Sen. Juan Miguel “Migz” Zubiri…
Kuh Ledesma releases new single on love losing its spark
OPM veteran Kuh Ledesma has released “Ano Ba’ng Nangyari sa Atin,” a new single about a relationship that has begun to lose its warmth. The song looks at the quiet distance that can grow…
H Mart Partners with InComm Healthcare to Enable OTC Network® Card Acceptance
Lyndhurst, NJ – H Mart, the largest Asian supermarket chain in the United States, is proud to announce a new integration with InComm Healthcare, a business unit of payments technology…
Estrada detained at Quezon City jail as plunder case proceeds
Senator Jinggoy Estrada (PNA photo by Avito Dalan) Senator JV Ejercito says he is saddened by his brother’s arrest, while jail authorities place Estrada and three co-accused with the general…
Tiny island, immense capital: Singapore leads ASEAN’s billionaire wealth map
Singapore’s Marina Bay skyline at dusk. The city-state’s small physical footprint has not limited its financial reach. Singapore has become one of Southeast Asia’s most concentrated centers of private capital,…
Loan rule could put low-earning college programs at risk
A proposed U.S. Department of Education rule could affect federal loan eligibility for programs whose graduates repeatedly fall below earnings benchmarks. Religious colleges, trade schools and arts programs are among…
A Pet as a Stress Reliever and Real Friend Part 2
Interacting with animals can significantly lower cortisol, the primary stress hormone, and decrease blood pressure. Just 10 minutes of petting a dog or cat can trigger the release of “happy…
Fil-Am designer R’Bonney Gabriel joins ‘Project Runway’ season 22
Filipina American fashion designer and Miss Universe 2022 R’Bonney Gabriel, also known professionally as R’Bonney Nola, is among the 22 designers competing in “Project Runway” season 22. – Photos from…
Filipino-Chinese mezzo-soprano Michelle Mariposa wins top U.S. voice prize
Filipino-Chinese mezzo-soprano Michelle Mariposa won the $10,000 first prize at the 2026 Washington International Competition for Voice, adding to earlier recognition as a 2025 Metropolitan Opera Eric and Dominique Laffont…
Jollibee named to TIME100 Most Influential Companies list
Photo courtesy of Jollibee Group The Philippine-born restaurant group was recognized under TIME’s “Disrupters” category as it expands its global store network and pushes deeper into international markets. MANILA — Jollibee…
Trump administration clarifies green-card policy after confusion over who must apply abroad
GAO file photo DHS says qualified applicants will not be barred from permanent residence, but immigration lawyers warn the new guidance could still bring greater scrutiny and delays LOS ANGELES…
Oklahoma lost its Thunder as Spurs return to NBA Finals
From left: Dylan Harper of the Western Conference champion San Antonio Spurs, Jordan Clarkson of the Eastern Conference champion New York Knicks, and Jared McCain of the Oklahoma City Thunder. Harper and Clarkson will face each…
June 2 primary puts California’s top-two system before voters
For voter-nominated state and congressional races, voters may choose any candidate regardless of party preference. The two highest vote-getters advance to November, even if they are from the same party….
Nevada primary gives party voters first say in November races
The June 9 election will determine which Democratic, Republican and nonpartisan candidates move forward, with party registration shaping who may vote in partisan contests. LAS VEGAS — Nevada voters will cast…
Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander Heritage Month: recognition, reality, and the unfinished American narrative
This year’s theme, established by the Federal Asian Pacific American Council (FAPAC), highlights the importance of collective power, storytelling, and bridge-building within AAPI communities. It emphasizes the strength that comes…
Sandiganbayan issues arrest warrant, HDO vs. Jinggoy Estrada in graft case
Senator posts P90,000 bail in one graft case tied to alleged flood-control project irregularities; separate plunder case remains pending before another court division MANILA — Sen. Jinggoy Estrada personally appeared before…