Trust in God’s Timing
After last month’s article on sowing and reaping, I heard from several readers who shared their stories and asked an honest question: “I’ve sown, I’ve given, I’ve done my best…
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A Life Defined By Matters of the Heart
Have you seen street robots delivering food? What about those driverless cars? Have you taken a ride in one? Friends, we live in an era of robots, artificial intelligence, and…
Sheraton Manila Kicks Off September Soiree with Makers Meet
Sheraton Manila Hotel at Newport World Resorts kicks-off the longest holiday season in the world, the Philippine “ber months” with its annual Sheraton September Soirée, featuring an array of exclusive…
Building a Brighter Future: The Story of Balud Enterprise for Sustainable Transformation and Founder Leo Abelita
Growing up in Balud, a remote town in Masbate, Philippines, Leo Abelita knew what it meant to live without the most basic necessities. His childhood unfolded in a community with…
Local Volunteers Needed for Celebration of 41st Annual California Coastal Cleanup Day at Ocean Beach in San Francisco
Caltrans in partnership with Refuse Refuse San Francisco are set to hold a cleanup event at Ocean Beach in San Francisco on Sept. 20 in celebration of the 41st Annual…
MARVIN AGUSTIN: From Matinee Idol to Master of the Kitchen
From Kitchen Experiments to Culinary Signatures What began as lockdown trial-and-error in Marvin’s own kitchen has grown into the centerpiece of his new wave of ventures—COCHI and Marvin’s Kitchen—anchored on the cochinillo…
Primm’s Buffalo Bill’s Joins Growing List of Shuttered Roadside Casinos to Las Vegas
Buffalo Bill’s in Primm, Nevada, will close for two years while hosting occasional events to maintain its gaming license. Primm Valley Resort remains the town’s sole daily operator. PRIMM/JEAN,…
Rebuilding Trust Through Transparency: How Lifestyle Audits Can Transform Public Leadership
Malacañang Palace, the seat of the Philippine presidency. President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. has ordered lifestyle audits across all government agencies as part of a broader push for transparency and accountability,…
Graton Resort & Casino Welcomes Autumn Moon Festival with new promotions and entertainment
The month-long celebration features a luxury car sweepstakes and a series of must-see live performances Win a 2025 Lexus LX! Join the Over $4 Million Drive Away In Luxury Giveaway…
Mesmerizing voice of Joice Espinoza of Olongapo City
At Gerry’s restaurant, I was greeted by the golden voice of 18-year-old Joice Espinoza, dressed in a vibrant green outfit. The young singer instantly mesmerized me with her talent. Alongside…
SKY RIVER CASINO PRESENTS SEPTEMBER SPECTACULAR
Third Anniversary Celebration Features $500,000 Jackpot Win Elk Grove, CA – Sky River Casino celebrates its third anniversary milestone with an unprecedented September lineup, headlined by the $400,000 Touchdown for…
COVID-19 vax confusion
In the United States, the new changes in the policies for COVID-19 vaccines brought on by Health Secretary Robert J. Kennedy, Jr., have created misunderstanding and confusion among the American people and even…
Discaya Flood-Control Kickback Scandal Widens; Lawmakers Issue Denials
Contractors Sarah and Pacifico ‘Curlee’ Discaya II testify before the Senate Blue Ribbon Committee on Sept. 8, 2025, where they accused several lawmakers and Department of Public Works and Highways…
Family Style Food Festival returns to LA on Sept. 13
Family Style Food Festival, the cultural event that brings together the worlds of food, fashion, and community, returns home to Los Angeles on Saturday, September 13 at The Los Angeles State…
Aqwire, the first to introduce Google Pay & Apple Pay to the Philippines
Aqwire, a leading fintech innovator in cross-border and local payments, has officially become the first payments company in the Philippines to process transactions via Google Pay and Apple Pay for…
Philippine press group calls out Richard Gomez for tagging reporters’ queries as “media spin”
Leyte Rep. Richard Gomez on Sept. 2 apologized to reporters after posting their names and phone numbers in a Facebook post about the Matag-ob flood-control issue. The sensitive images were…
Tito Sotto Returns as PH Senate President, Replacing Chiz Escudero
Senator Vicente “Tito” Sotto III was sworn in as Senate President, replacing Chiz Escudero in a smooth, unopposed leadership transition. MANILA, PHILIPPINES — Senator Vicente “Tito” Sotto III returned as President…
Geeks on a Beach 2025 Launches AI-Focused Tracks for Businesses and Tech Teams
Geeks on a Beach (GOAB), the Philippines’ premier international tech and startup conference, is introducing new Artificial Intelligence (AI) tracks designed to help businesses and technology teams move from hype…
ICC bars Duterte family from disclosing visit details
Duterte siblings visit former President Rodrigo Duterte at the ICC Detention Centre in The Hague. (Photo courtesy of Congressman Paolo “Pulong” Duterte Facebook page) Vice President Sara Duterte confirmed the ICC barred…
Alex Eala Makes History with First WTA Title at Guadalajara 125 Open
GUADALAJARA, Mexico — Filipina tennis sensation Alex Eala captured her first WTA singles crown on September 7, 2025, after outlasting Hungary’s Panna Udvardy in a dramatic three-set final at the…
Campaign Donations, Flood-Control Contracts, and Senate Arrest Orders: Contractors Under Dual Scrutiny
Senate Blue Ribbon Committee’s hearing on anomalous flood control projects – Photo source : Senate of the Philippines MANILA, Philippines — Government contractors are facing intensified scrutiny on two fronts: their…
Uber riders can now pay with cash as option expands
Uber is introducing a new way to pay in select U.S. cities: cash. Verified riders can now hand fares directly to drivers, a shift for a platform long built on…
Metro Pacific Tollways appoints ex-Philippine Airlines chief Gilbert Santa Maria as CEO
Metro Pacific Tollways Corp., the Philippines’ largest toll road operator, has named ex-Philippine Airlines president Gilbert Santa Maria as CEO, marking its third leadership shakeup in a year. MANILA — Metro…
Why a Filipino-Centered Identity for Our Nation Is a Competitive Advantage
At the heart of Eliseo Art Silva’s 7′ x 11′ oil and acrylic mural “Over The Rainbow” (2025)—a tribute to Uncle Bob Santos in Seattle—the Dap-ay stands as a sacred…
Sotto Urges Calm as Public Outcry Grows Over Discaya Construction Allegations
About 100 members of the Akbayan group peacefully dispersed at 10:22 a.m. on Friday, Sept. 5, 2025, following a rally at the gates of the Discaya-owned St. Gerrard Construction compound…
Valiant Voices: How a Non-Auditioned Choir Brings St. Genevieve to the World
Inside the teaching, travels, and transformation of students whose harmony reflects community and humanity. (Editor’s Note: This is Part Two of Rhizomes’ special feature on St. Genevieve School. Part One…
CITY OF CARSON BREAKS GROUND ON NEXT-GENERATION FIBER OPTIC NETWORK
$27M City-funded project expands connectivity, closes digital gaps, and positions Carson as a South Bay smart city leader Carson, CA – The City of Carson on Wednesday, September 3, broke ground on its…
Venus Williams and Leylah Fernandez bow out of US Open doubles
The unlikely but spirited pairing of Venus Williams and Leylah Fernandez drew fans’ attention at the 2025 US Open. A cross-generational duo, 45-year-old Williams and 23-year-old Fernandez teamed up for…
‘Love the Philippines’ campaign continues to promote destinations in Los Angeles
Officials from PCGLA, PDOT, local travel agencies, community leaders, Miss and Mister Philippines USA 2025 winners and organizers, and special guests pose with the “Love the Philippines” Bus at Hollywood…
Air Travel: Medical Tips
Common problems among air travelers More than 17.5 million Americans traveled by air during the Labor Day weekend. Worldwide, the average number of people flying is about 13.2 million a day, or around 4.8…