Coffee and longevity
New studies revealed the potential health benefits of coffee, more specifically, on its positive effects on lowering the risk for chronic disease and on longevity. One study “suggests that consuming…
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The New Year myth : Change, repetition, and the self we carry forward
We love the idea of New Year, New Life because it flatters us. It suggests that time itself will do the hard work, that crossing an invisible line on the calendar somehow…
For overseas landowners, farm clustering offers a practical path to making Philippine farmland productive
Farmworkers harvest leafy vegetables in a Philippine upland farming community, illustrating smallholder agriculture that clustering and consolidation programs aim to organize for scale, efficiency, and improved market access. – Photo courtesy…
U.S. redefines healthy eating in updated national dietary guidelines
An illustration from federal nutrition guidance highlights a balanced eating pattern centered on vegetables and fruits, whole grains, and a range of protein sources, dairy, and healthy fats — reflecting…
STEM scholarships offer families up to $50,000 in college support as Edison Scholars deadline approaches
ROSEMEAD, Calif. – Families with high school seniors planning to pursue science, technology, engineering or mathematics (STEM) degrees have until January 22, 2026, to apply for the Edison Scholars program, according to Edison…
I Spent My New Year’s Eve in Presidential Security Command
FOR the first time since my return to the Philippines in August 2025 from Northern California, I spent my New Year’s Eve, December 31, 2025, in the Presidential Security Command…
On the Feast of the Baptism of the Lord
This Sunday, We Celebrate the Feast of the Baptism of Our Lord! As we gather to honor this special day, we’re reminded that the Baptism of Jesus marked the beginning of…
Inside the Black Nazarene procession: the Philippines’ largest annual religious gathering
Observed each year during the Feast of the Black Nazarene, the Traslación draws millions of devotees to Manila’s streets, driven by sacred vows, physical devotion, and a centuries-old tradition that…
PIOLO PASCUAL & INIGO PASCUAL: FATHER & SON CONCERT TOUR 2026 LIVE AT PECHANGA
TEMECULA, California— Imagine seeing a mirage of yourself. This is actually happening as multi-talented Filipino heartthrob Piolo Pascual and his son, Iñigo, perform a ‘Father & Son’ concert tour on…
Graton Resort & Casino celebrates the new year with luxury prizes, big prize packages, and concerts
Graton Resort & Casino is kicking off the new year with massive giveaways, offering guests chances to win everything from a luxury electric SUV to tickets to a Big Prize…
Colonoscopy: A lifesaver
The devastating statistics about deaths from colon cancer have put the spotlight on a dreaded disease, which, today, could be detected early with a relatively simple diagnostic regimen, which includes…
New Public Artwork To Be Unveiled At Las Vegas Civic Center
Unveiling Event Located At 525 S. Main St. Mayor Shelley Berkley and Councilwoman Olivia Diaz will join artist Krystal Ramirez to unveil a new piece of public art Thursday, Jan….
Sharon Cuneta at 60: Her journey from pre-teen star to cultural icon
She was barely in her teens when a novelty song made her a household name. At 60, Sharon Cuneta remains a defining figure across generations of Philippine popular culture. At…
Riding a 4×4 on Paoay Sand Dunes, catching sunsets, escaping storms, and other highlights in our 2025 homecoming
We felt like we were part of Timothee Chalamet’s movie, “Dunes,” as we rode the 4×4 in a heart-stopping, thrilling, bumpy ride in Paoay’s Sand Dunes in Ilocos Norte. It…
On Dado Banatao and the documentation of Filipino achievement
Dado Banatao, Filipino-American semiconductor engineer and Silicon Valley entrepreneur, in an image used for the Philippine commemorative stamp “My story could be your story,” honoring his contributions to science, technology, and education….
Former Miss International Melanie Marquez alleges involuntary confinement in TV interview
Melanie Marquez during her recent television interview on Fast Talk with Boy Abunda / GMA Network (left) and as Miss International 1979 (right). Photo credit: Fast Talk with Boy Abunda / GMA Network and Miss…
Filipino cardinals in Rome ahead of Pope Leo XIV’s first consistory
Filipino cardinals Luis Antonio Tagle, Orlando Quevedo, Jose Advincula, and Pablo Virgilio David at the Pontificio Collegio Filippino in Rome following the funeral Mass for Pope Francis on April 26, 2025. – File photo courtesy of pcfroma.org ROME — Three Philippine-based…
ICE announces historic manpower surge after nationwide recruitment drive
An Immigration and Customs Enforcement officer records biometric information as part of routine enforcement and processing operations conducted by ICE Enforcement and Removal Operations. Photo credit: U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement /…
Medical concerns halt deportation of elderly Filipina detained by ICE
Rebecca Pinyerd, 70, a Filipina lawful permanent resident has lived in the United States for more than four decades. Her deportation to the Philippines was temporarily halted after airline officials determined…
Marcos signs ₱6.793-trillion national budget, the largest in Philippine history
President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. signs the 2026 General Appropriations Act into law at Malacañang Palace, as members of the Cabinet and other officials look on. – Photo credit: Presidential Communications Office (PCO) The…
Philippine Airlines Named Asia-Pacific’s Most Punctual Airline for 2025
Philippine Airlines (PAL) has been named Asia-Pacific’s most on-time airline for 2025, achieving an on-time arrival performance of 83.12%, the highest in the region. The ranking is based on independently…
My Visits to Manila’s Bgy. 539 and Malacanang’s “Tara sa Palasyo”
Congratulations to barangay chairman Christopher Clark C. Quito of Barangay 539 in Sampaloc, Manila for he has done lots of good deeds for his constituents. He is recognized for fostering…
Guarding the Blessing: What Our Words Cost Us
As a new year begins, many of us reflect on our finances—how to earn more, save better, and steward what God has entrusted to us. But there’s another form of…
Celebrating the Feast of Epiphany
Dear Parish Family, As we come together to celebrate the Feast of Epiphany, we reflect on the profound meaning and significance of this special day in our Christian journey. Epiphany,…
Damage Control
The holidays may be behind us, but their physical effects, among others, will linger a while. Medically speaking, it is actually a time for “damage control” for those of us…
RTC offers free transit rides this New Year’s Eve
Riders should plan for modified holiday transit schedules and detours (Las Vegas, NV) – RTC is pleased to announce that it will once again offer free rides on all transit routes…
My first time judging a Christmas group presentation
I arrived on time for the Mass officiated by Fr. Bong Guerrero, widely known as the “Happy Priest,” one of the most dynamic preachers of the Diocese of Cubao. A…
Filipino-American technology pioneer Dado Banatao dies at 79
Diosdado “Dado” Banatao, a semiconductor engineer and entrepreneur whose behind-the-scenes innovations helped lower the cost and expand the reach of personal computers, died December 25, 2025, surrounded by family and…
Sky River Casino Kicks Off the New Year with Million-Dollar Promotion and Lunar New Year Celebrations Just Around the Corner
Elk Grove, CA – Sky River Casino kicks off 2026 with the $1,000,000 Cash Vault Challenge, an eight-week promotion running every Saturday from January 3 through February 28, offering players…
The Importance of Family
Dear friends in Christ, This Sunday, we commemorate the solemnity of the Holy Family, a sacred trio that includes Mary, Joseph, and Jesus, our Savior. I hope you all enjoyed…