Message on Pentecost Sunday
It’s Pentecost Sunday, a day we commemorate the descent of the Holy Spirit upon the apostles. This event emboldened them with faith, passion, courage, and determination to share their belief…
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Steyer brings affordability bus tour to Santa Ana, meets with AAPI media
Tom Steyer meets with members of AAPI media during a Santa Ana stop of his “A California You Can Afford” bus tour on Sunday, May 17. – Asian Journal photo…
Dr. Oscar L. Jornacion, Filipino-American media and business leader, philanthropist, dies at 74
LOS ANGELES — Dr. Oscar Lictaoa Jornacion, a Filipino-American entrepreneur, publisher, certified public accountant and philanthropist whose business and media ventures extended across the United States and the Philippines, passed away…
MAFBEX 2026 Sets the Stage for a Bigger 20th Year Celebration
Manila, Philippines — The Manila Foods and Beverages Expo (MAFBEX) 2025 once again proved why it remains one of the country’s most anticipated culinary and trade events, drawing in an…
Baryo HiFi Returns to Historic Filipinotown on Saturday, May 16 with Afro-Filipino Icon Joe Bataan and a Stacked Lineup of Food, Music, Art, and Cultural Programming
Los Angeles, CA — May 2026 — After drawing more than 17,000 attendees last year, Baryo HiFi returns to Historic Filipinotown on Saturday, May 16, 2026 for its third annual…
Bela Padilla distances herself from uncle Robin Padilla’s politics
The actress says she had no role in the senator’s casting in “Blood vs Duty,” drawing a line between family ties, professional work and personal convictions MANILA — Actress Bela Padilla…
Carlton Cares: Building communities through faith, compassion and action
For more than two decades, Carlton Cares has been rooted in a simple mission: helping people through faith, compassion and community action. Founded through the vision of Ronson Provido, Carlton…
Mylah de Leon, veteran journalist, passes away at 82
Mylah de Leon with President Fidel V. Ramos during the president’s visit to Los Angeles in November 1993. LOS ANGELES — Distinguished journalist and award-winning lifestyle columnist Mylah de Leon passed…
“INabel: Living Threads” Exhibit to Open in Carson in Celebration of U.S.-Philippine Diplomatic Relations
INabel: Living Threads exhibition to open in Carson on May 22 One-day public exhibit will showcase indigenous Ilocos Norte textiles and the work of National Living Treasure Magdalena Gamayo CARSON,…
City of Carson wins National Associate of Government Communicators Blue Pencil & Gold Screen award for first time in city history
L-R: Danielle Hasley, City of Carson PIO Analyst; Margie Revilla-Garcia, City of Carson PIO Manager; and Leslie Gervasio, NAGC President. CARSON, CA – The City of Carson’s Public Information Office…
Historic Filipinotown honors mothers and caregivers at Mother’s Day tribute
Mothers, caregivers and community leaders were recognized for service, sacrifice and contributions across generations LOS ANGELES — Mothers, caregivers and women community leaders were honored during a Mother’s Day Tribute celebration…
Rembrandt Flores on why he founded ‘Filipino Forces’ and his dream for it
Rembrandt Flores What does it mean to be Filipino in Hollywood? Does it mean one has to assimilate to be accepted? Or does it mean being proud of one’s…
Thanks to director Anton Juan for nominating me as Best Supporting Actor
THE rehearsals were exhausting, often lasting until late midnight, for Vince Tañada’s “SA” Series at the Philippine Stagers Foundation Blackbox Theater on Calabash A corner G. Tuazon streets in Balic-Balic,…
H Mart Las Vegas launches new member promotion with free welcome gift
Las Vegas, NV — H Mart Las Vegas is launching a special in-store membership promotion for first-time Smart Rewards Card members beginning May 15, 2026. Customers who newly enroll in the H…
Alcohol: No safe level
The former recommendation of “one drink for women and two drinks for men” has been shown by new studies to be unsafe. New research examined the neurological impact of alcohol…
Ruffa Gutierrez’s daughter, Lorin Bektas, graduates and follows her own path
When you come from a family of well-known actors, people expect you to follow in their footsteps. But not Lorin Gabriella Gutierrez-Bektas, the eldest daughter of actress-beauty queen Ruffa Gutierrez…
SM Hotels Properties Taal Vista Hotel and Pico Sands Hotel Recognized at the Haute Grandeur Global Awards 2026
Two of SM Hotels and Conventions Corporation’s (SMHCC) premier properties, Taal Vista Hotel and Pico Sands Hotel, have earned multiple distinctions at the prestigious Haute Grandeur Global Awards 2026, reaffirming…
Graton Resort & Casino opens smoke-free gaming floor, new dining venues in expansion project
Now Open: AYA Rooftop Restaurant, Playbook Sports Bar, and SoCo Dough Co. Dessert Shop ROHNERT PARK, Calif. — Graton Resort & Casino has opened a new phase of its expansion project,…
California governor’s race 2026: A Silicon Valley mayor courts California’s immigrant communities and the state’s diverse voters
Photo courtesy of American Community Media (ACoM) In a briefing with ethnic and community media, San Jose Mayor Matt Mahan addressed immigration enforcement, housing, healthcare, artificial intelligence and public safety…
Protecting what you’ve built: Why business owners should think about their succession plan
By J.P. Morgan Wealth Management Business owners often have a million things to juggle with day-to-day operations. Have you taken the time to slow down and think about what you can be doing now to prepare yourself and your business for…
Senate places dela Rosa under protective custody after reported NBI pursuit inside chamber
RETURN TO THE SENATE. Senator Ronald “Bato” dela Rosa confers with fellow lawmakers during the Senate session on Monday, May 11, 2026, in Pasay City, marking his return to the chamber…
Alan Peter Cayetano elected Senate president in chamber leadership shift
Former foreign affairs secretary and veteran legislator replaces Vicente “Tito” Sotto III as the Senate prepares for possible impeachment proceedings involving Vice President Sara Duterte. MANILA — Alan Peter Cayetano was elected…
The heartbeat of global healthcare: The enduring legacy of Filipino nurses
As National Nurses Week is observed across the United States this May, hospitals, healthcare systems and public officials are once again recognizing the profession that stands closest to the daily realities of…
The GALA education model: The rise of a nationally recognized all-girls STEM academy
“Dr. Liz Hicks is an extraordinary leader whose vision, determination, and deep belief in the potential of every girl have created lasting, measurable change. She has built not just a…
In California Governor Race, Single-Payer Is a Litmus Test. There’s Still No Way To Pay for It.
Tom Steyer (back left, in dark suit), the billionaire climate activist running for California governor, pauses for photos with members of the California Nurses Association, a progressive union that endorsed…
Park Inn by Radisson Clark Celebrates Mother’s Day with special Japanese dining experience at HUES
This Mother’s Day, Park Inn by Radisson Clark invites families to celebrate with “A Japanese Feast, Made for Mom,” a thoughtfully curated dining experience at HUES Restaurant featuring two distinct…
Park Inn by Radisson Bacolod Celebrates Mothers with “MOMents” Staycation and Dining Experiences
This Mother’s Day, Park Inn by Radisson Bacolod invites families to celebrate the most important women in their lives with “MOMents,” a thoughtfully curated collection of staycation, dining, wellness, and…
Park Inn by Radisson Iloilo Presents a Feel-Good Mother’s Day with “To Mom with Love”
Iloilo City, Philippines — This May, Park Inn by Radisson Iloilo invites families to celebrate Mother’s Day with something more thoughtful than the usual greeting. “To Mom with Love” is…
A Sweet Celebration for Mom at Conrad Manila
A Feast of Grace, Curated for Mother at China Blue by Jereme Leung From indulgent buffets at Brasserie on 3 and an elegant Hermès-inspired afternoon tea at C Lounge, to…
Relax and Recharge Mom at Taal Vista Hotel this Mother’s Day
This Mother’s Day, Taal Vista Hotel invites families to celebrate the most important woman in their lives with a thoughtfully curated experience designed for rest, relaxation, and meaningful moments together….