Praying for Our New Shepherd
By the time you read this article, we may already have a new pope. We pray that his leadership will continue Pope Francis’ vision of the Church as a “field…
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CFO urges elders abroad to claim cash perks
Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. (10th from left) with other Philippine officials after signing Republic Act 11982, or the Expanded Centenarians Act. Photo courtesy of Commission on Filipinos Overseas THE…
Leila de Lima: Motherhood Is ‘radikal na pagmamahal’
Leila de Lima with Sr. Mary John Mananzan – Photos compiled by Rogelio Medina AS we celebrate Mother’s Day on May 11, allow me to feature mothers from all walks of…
Pope Leo XIV: A Pontiff Formed in Silence, Chosen in a Time of Noise
PHOTO CREDIT : By Frayjhonattan – Own work, CC BY-SA 4.0, File:Robert Prevost.jpg – Wikimedia Commons Amid fading cathedrals and fractured faith, the first American-born pontiff emerged from the margins,…
WSI, The Philippines’ Top Expo Organizer, Powers Growth in the Mindanao Region
Davao City, Philippines — Worldbex Services International (WSI), the country’s leading event organizer for world-class expositions, proudly returns to Davao City in 2025 with three of its premier expositions: the…
Las Vegas Reaffirms Compliance Amid Trump’s Sanctuary City Crackdown
Official portrait of Shelley Berkley, Mayor of Las Vegas LAS VEGAS, NV — As the Trump administration escalates its campaign against so-called sanctuary jurisdictions, officials in Las Vegas are reaffirming the…
Trump Administration Offers $1,000 to Undocumented Immigrants Who Voluntarily Leave the U.S.
Washington, D.C. – In an expansion of its immigration enforcement strategy, the Trump administration announced this week a new initiative that offers a $1,000 stipend and travel assistance to undocumented…
AI BOOM REVITALIZES SAN FRANCISCO
Photo from sf.gov San Francisco, once defined by post-pandemic uncertainty and economic stagnation, is undergoing a striking transformation—driven by the rise of artificial intelligence. At the forefront of this shift is…
REAL ID Now Required at U.S. Airports: Travelers Without Compliant IDs Face Delays
PHOTO CREDIT – Photos courtesy of tsa.gov WASHINGTON, D.C. — The Transportation Security Administration (TSA) has officially implemented full enforcement of the REAL ID Act as of today, May 7, 2025,…
Student loan collections resume after five-year pause
WASHINGTON, D.C. — The U.S. Department of Education has officially resumed collections on defaulted federal student loans as of May 5, 2025, ending a pandemic-era relief that shielded millions of…
Bong Go Leads 2025 Senatorial Surveys
Senator Christopher Lawrence “Bong” T. Go Photo credit : Senate of the Philippines, via Wikimedia Commons, CC BY-SA 3.0 Why Bong Go Is Leading the 2025 Senate Race Senator Bong Go…
PAPAL CONCLAVE 101: Everything You Need to Know About How the Catholic Church Chooses a New Pope
During a conclave, the doors of the Sistine Chapel are sealed with the declaration “extra omnes” as cardinal-electors begin the secret voting process. File photo of a Swiss Guard during…
Papal Conclave 2025: First Day Ends Without Electing New Pope
Photo credit Inquirer.net VATICAN CITY— The 2025 papal conclave began on Wednesday, May 7, with a historic 133 cardinal-electors entering the Sistine Chapel to choose the next leader of the…
A mother’s love, a sister’s sacrifice: Citizen Pinoy shares the inspiring journey of a reunited family
THIS Sunday on “Citizen Pinoy,” witness the moving story of a mother’s persistence and a sister’s sacrifice in the face of immigration challenges. Lolita, a devoted mother, petitioned both her…
Universal vaccine!
MAN’S ingenuity and cleverness are once again making a quantum leap for the betterment of mankind. And progress promotes even greater and more wonderful progress. The United States National Institute…
May at Graton Resort & Casino: Pool parties, concert nights, and big jackpots
TREAT yourself this May at Graton Resort & Casino – with big wins, live Asian entertainment, a refreshing new Graton beer, and sun-soaked pool parties. May 3-24, join us every…
SSI Recipients to Receive Two Payments in May: What to Know About the 2025 Schedule
LOS ANGELES – Millions of Americans who rely on Supplemental Security Income (SSI) will receive two checks in May 2025, part of the Social Security Administration’s (SSA) regular schedule adjustment…
LA JOLLA SECESSION EFFORT ADVANCES DESPITE CITY OPPOSITION
Mayor Todd Gloria Grassroots Movement Gains Momentum as San Diego Officials Push Back LA JOLLA — The push to make La Jolla an independent city has cleared a critical hurdle,…
St. Catherine of Siena Parish Celebrates a Vibrant Santacruzan
Reseda, CA – St. Catherine of Siena Church in Reseda joyfully held its first annual Santacruzan procession on Saturday, May 3, bringing together parishioners and the wider community in a…
Pechanga Resort Casino welcomes global Pinoy Pop sensation BINI for world tour stop
TEMECULA – Pechanga Resort Casino, Southern California’s premier destination for world-class entertainment, is thrilled to announce an electrifying addition to its 2025 concert lineup: Filipino pop sensation BINI will headline…
Tuberculosis Exposure Reported at St. Michael’s Catholic Church
By Fernanda Lopez Halvorson, County of San Diego Communications Office The County’s Tuberculosis Control Program is working with St. Michael’s Catholic Church in the Paradise Hills area of San Diego to…
Can you really earn from Airbnb in the Philippines? A reality check
SHORT-TERM rentals like Airbnb have become a popular option for overseas Filipinos wanting to generate income from their Philippine properties. The idea of earning in dollars or pesos while living…
Public Health Declares Hepatitis A Outbreak in Los Angeles County
The Los Angeles County Department of Public Health has declared a community-wide outbreak of hepatitis A following a sustained increase in clinical cases and elevated virus levels detected in local…
Treasurer Ma: Small Businesses Can Help Employees Save with CalSavers
SACRAMENTO, CA – In celebration of National Small Business Week, California State Treasurer Fiona Ma is encouraging small business owners across the state to empower their employees’ financial futures by joining CalSavers, California’s…
Alex Eala Breaks Into WTA Top 70, Set to Debut at Italian Open
Photo credit – from Alex Eala Instagram Page ROME — Filipino tennis rising star Alex Eala has achieved a new career-high WTA singles ranking of No. 70 as of May…
Grieving Together: A Filipino Tragedy in Vancouver, Felt Across the World
Across the world, wherever Filipinos have planted new roots, whether in Canada, the United States, or beyond, we bring with us not only our aspirations, but also the traditions that…
Malacañang Posthumously Awards Four Filipina Icons with Presidential Medal of Merit
President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. and First Lady Liza Marcos (center) pose with the families and representatives of the four posthumous awardees, who accepted the honors on their behalf, alongside…
As the Conclave Nears, Global Betting on the Next Pope Raises Eyebrows and Questions of Reverence
The white zucchetto—symbol of the papacy—rests quietly, awaiting its next bearer. As the world watches and prays, one question looms: Who will wear this cap next? Photo by Matthias Kabel,…
British Columbia Observes Day of Mourning After Vancouver Festival Attack
The Canadian flag were lowered at half-mast at all City buildings to honour the victims of the horrific incident at the Lapu Lapu Day festival. (Photo credit – City of…
California’s Population Rises Again, Debunking the Myth of Decline
State Adds 108,000 Residents in 2024, Reaching 39.5 Million Sacramento – California’s population grew by 108,000 people in 2024, reaching 39,529,000 residents as of January 1, 2025, according to the…
