Remembering Carlos Bulosan this September
CARLOS BULOSAN and his book, “America is in the Heart.” Even in his death echoes telling and timely messages By Claire Morales True LOS ANGELES – This September, the death…
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Cal State LA to host 2025 FilAm Creative Film Festival, spotlighting Filipino American filmmakers and global voices in cinema
Photo: Panelists share insights with attendees during last year’s FilAm Creative Film Festival’s “The Director & DP Dynamic” session held at Cal State LA. (Courtesy: FilAm Creative) Cal State LA…
Amazing Jigo Postolero of DWAR Abante Radyo
It was not my first time to be invited as a guest on DWAR Abante Radyo’s Jigo Live with my cousin, photographer-entrepreneur Jamin Constantino Lim. Returning to the Bilyonaryo News Channel compound…
Palace keeps distance as ICC case against Duterte is postponed
MANILA — Malacañang on Wednesday, September 24, reiterated that it has “no reaction” to the International Criminal Court’s (ICC) charges against former President Rodrigo Roa Duterte, emphasizing that the Philippine government is…
Jessica Sanchez is AGT Season 20 champion
From prodigy to champion: Jessica Sanchez first appeared on America’s Got Talent as an 11-year-old in 2006 (left), rose to fame as the runner-up of American Idol Season 11 in 2012 (center), and returned…
Discayas, ex-DPWH engineers placed under DOJ protection in flood-control scandal
Contractors Cezarah Rowena “Sarah” Discaya and Pacifico “Curlee” Discaya (left), along with former DPWH officials Henry C. Alcantara, Brice Ericson P. Hernandez, and Jaypee Mendoza (right, top to bottom), are…
AB 1400 Offers a Lifeline to California’s Aspiring Nurses and Helps Diversify the Workforce
By: Xong Her, Registered Nurse, Sacramento City College Graduate California is facing a serious nursing shortage, and our communities feel the strain every day. Fewer qualified, diverse nurses mean…
Our past is our passport: Filipino tourism beyond the beach
The proposed “pipe dream” by property consultant David Leechiu of welcoming 50 million tourists to the Philippines by 2050 is not just a logistical ambition—it’s a narrative challenge. Because no…
Charges pile up as Zaldy Co, Villanueva, Estrada, and Revilla face flood-control controversy
Rep. Elizaldy “Zaldy” Co of Ako Bicol Party-list, implicated in Senate hearings and DOJ–NBI findings on alleged flood-control anomalies involving billions in public works contracts. (House of Representatives photo) The…
SKY RIVER CASINO CELEBRATES EXPANSION WITH “TOPPING OFF” CEREMONY FOR PARKING GARAGE
Project is on track to add hotel, day spa, pool, event space, and 300 slot machines by 2027 to complement existing gaming, entertainment, restaurants and bars ELK GROVE, Calif. (September…
“Liquid Candy”: Unhealthy
In previous columns, we wrote that soft drinks (which I call “liquid candy”), cola or uncola, diet or regular, or in any other form, are, by and large, unhealthy, especially…
From Guest Appearances to Lucky Wins: A Week of Media, Diplomacy, and Community
It will be an honor to guest this coming September 25 on Wej A Minute, the program of Wej Cudiamat, who will be honored as Best Male News Anchor in the Philippines at…
September 21 rallies press Marcos government on corruption probe
Thousands of Filipinos called for accountability over anomalous flood-control projects. The day began with a Mass at the EDSA Shrine led by Fr. Jerome Secillano, followed by a march to…
ICI slams tampering of DPWH records in flood control probe
DPWH Secretary Vince Dizon orders the suspension of Baguio City District Engineer Rene Zarate for allegedly refusing to cooperate in the government’s probe of flood-control projects. Dizon is shown speaking…
Cerritos recommits to economic growth with business-friendly policies
Cerritos Mayor Frank Aurelio Yokoyama (Photo courtesy City of Cerritos social media account) Cerritos Mayor Frank Aurelio Yokoyama highlights the city’s pro-business policies, as longtime firms expand and new food businesses open…
HWONFEX 2025 attracts huge crowds in another successful run
HWONFEX 2025 partners and sponsors during the ceremonial HWONFEX Tree of Wellness Ceremony (Photo courtesy of DOT) A steady stream of visitors. Lively open forums following key conference sessions. Long…
Vegas 2.0: Redefining the Strip for a New Era
Old Las Vegas (1960s–70s Strip) – Motels, Phillips 66 signage, and vintage neon displays lined the Las Vegas Strip during the 1960s–70s era. The image captures the Strip before the rise…
Marcos Cancels UN General Assembly Trip, DFA Secretary to Represent Philippines
Foreign Affairs Secretary Ma. Theresa P. Lazaro, shown in her official 2025 portrait, will lead the Philippine delegation to the United Nations General Assembly in New York after President Ferdinand…
PH Right-of-way law seen boosting critical infrastructure projects
Photo Courtesy of DPWH / PIA New ARROW Act aims to cut delays, reduce costs, and speed up delivery of public services MANILA — A new law streamlining the acquisition of land…
Lacson flags ₱207-B DPWH awards to Discaya firms; family denies wrongdoing
Senator Panfilo “Ping” Lacson, Senate president pro tempore and chair of the Blue Ribbon Committee, leads questioning during the inquiry on alleged flood-control contract irregularities. (Senate PRIB photo) Senate hearings…
Tony Meloto faces qualified sex trafficking indictment, denies allegations
Tony Meloto, award-winning social entrepreneur and founder of Gawad Kalinga, has denied allegations in an ABS-CBN interview following his DOJ indictment. (Photo from The World Economic Forum) DOJ cites abuse…
Trump proclamation imposes $100,000 fee on H-1B visas
President Donald Trump signs Executive Orders in the Oval Office in a White House file photo. His administration frequently uses EOs to advance policies on immigration, trade, and national security…
From tradition to modernity, Filipino designers reshape the New York runway
From left: FILIPINXT Co-Founder and Fashion Designer Bessie Besana, Filipino-American Fencer Mitchell Saron, Miss Universe 2022 R’Bonney Nola Gabriel, Consul General Senen T. Mangalile, and FILIPINXT Co-Founder Rob Mallari D’Auria…
Gretchen Barretto files counter affidavit, denies role in missing sabungeros case
Gretchen Barretto waves to reporters as she arrives at the Department of Justice in Manila on Friday, September 19, 2025, to personally submit her counter-affidavit denying allegations linking her to…
The Tenets of Journalism Are No Longer Just for Journalists
Armed with a laptop and a smartphone, people everywhere have become citizen journalists, ready to capture and shape the news as it happens. In an age when every voice can…
The wisdom of the Post-It note
“Detours and mistakes often carry the seeds of our greatest discoveries.” The Post-it Note’s accidental invention by 3M scientists teaches us to see value in failures, detours, and unfinished parts of life….
Clever Care opens flagship community center in Rowland Heights
From left: San Gabriel Councilmember Tony Ding, Clever Care Director of Community Engagement and Member Retention Maria Nguyen, Chief Operations Officer Erin Ramsey, President Richard Greene, CEO Karen Walker Johnson,…
Romualdez’ exit as Speaker of the House draws renewed attention to wife in Congress
Rep. Yedda Marie Kittilsvedt Romualdez is a former beauty queen and now serves in the House of Representatives under the Tingog Party-list. – Photo credit: Tingog Party-list / Office of…
CHED chair flags English communication as Filipinos’ weakest skill
Commission on Higher Education (CHED) chairperson Shirley C. Agrupis has identified English communication as the weakest skill among Filipinos, urging higher education institutions to strengthen workforce readiness. – Photo credit:…
Volkswagen winds down operations in Philippine auto market
Volkswagen is ending car sales in the Philippines as its Ayala partnership closes this September, but aftersales and warranty services for current owners will continue. MANILA — Volkswagen is winding down…