When Philippine President Ferdinand “Bongbong” Marcos Jr. arrives in Washington this week for a high-level state visit, the spotlight will turn to the longstanding—but increasingly complex—alliance between the United States…
LAS VEGAS – On the evening of July 19, 2025, Manny Pacquiao returned to the ring at age 46—older, wiser, and still hungry. Facing reigning WBC welterweight champion Mario Barrios at…
Mark Magnifico Photo from @Mark “Magnifico” Magsayo facebook account LAS VEGAS – Filipino boxing talent shone brightly at the MGM Grand Garden Arena on Saturday night, July 19, as two Filipino…
LOS ANGELES, CA (July 17, 2025) – The Filipino American Symphony Orchestra (FASO), a nonprofit organization known for celebrating Filipino musical heritage and developing youth music education programs, presents Ode…
When an accident strikes, navigating the legal system can feel overwhelming—especially for immigrant families unfamiliar with their rights. In the heart of Los Angeles, Attorney John C. Ye has built a personal…
GLENDALE, CA (July 18, 2025) — The Filipino American Business Association of Glendale (FABAG) is mourning the passing of its highly respected President, Arleen Peñaflor, who peacefully passed away on the evening…
Tourists gather on 42nd Street in Midtown Manhattan to capture the rare spectacle of Manhattanhenge, when the setting sun aligns precisely with the city’s grid, creating a canyon of light…
BB Gandanghari, formerly Rustom Padilla, graduates summa cum laude from Los Angeles Film School—marking a powerful chapter in her journey from matinee idol to advocate and academic achiever. LOS ANGELES,…
The job hunt is more competitive than ever—for Gen Z graduates, mid-career professionals, and older workers alike. AI-driven hiring systems, vanishing mid-level roles, and economic instability are reshaping the labor…
LOS ANGELES — The landscape of global wealth is undergoing yet another transformation, as tech titans continue to dominate the upper echelons of the financial world. The latest rankings, compiled by…
It’s easy to overlook Martha’s virtuous qualities in this Sunday’s Gospel: her honesty, frankness, diligence, thoughtfulness, caring nature, and hospitality. She is portrayed as an anxious woman worried about many…
About two thousand came for a mass at St. Andrew’s Catholic Church in Pasadena. It is a workday, at 10am. You would think few would come, but thousands did. It…
Even though I spent half of my life in government press and public information work, I had already been exposed to writing and editing jobs before daily news and feature…
Photos from Esther Lin/Premier Boxing Champions At the final press conference, two fighters from two eras meet with mutual respect, sharp focus—and everything to prove. LAS VEGAS — The cameras…
“I’m here because I love to go toe-to-toe. I want to give the fans what they want.” – Pacquiao “I’m going in there with bad intentions and power in both…
The 2024 census marks a 3.4% increase since 2020, with the data now serving as the basis for budget allocations, policy planning, and local development programs. MANILA, Philippines – The…
LAS VEGAS, NV [July 11, 2025] Ron Sumbang has been appointed as Liaison to Clark County by a unanimous vote on July 15, 2025 by the officers and board of Directors of Filipino Town…
My wife, Farida, a retired Pediatrician, sent me the alarming medical paper entitled “Why are colorectal, other GI cancers, on the rise in younger people?” The obvious first question is…
Dayanara Torres of Puerto Rico was crowned Miss Universe 1993 in Mexico City. At just 18 years old, she became the third Puerto Rican to win the international title. (Photo…
Photo: @beaalonzo instagram Actress Bea Alonzo and Puregold heir Vincent Co step into the spotlight with a quiet romance marked by thoughtful gestures, public sightings, and growing family approval. MANILA…
Overseas Filipinos may face higher remittance costs as the U.S. enacts a 1% tax on cash-based money transfers abroad starting January 2026. Learn who’s affected, what’s exempt, and how the…
WASHINGTON, D.C. — A new internal memo from U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) authorizing deportations to countries where migrants are not citizens is raising serious legal and humanitarian concerns across the country….
Nevada’s $81 million I-15 South widening project enters final phase, adding lanes and modern infrastructure ahead of a December 2025 finish. Las Vegas, NV – A major road upgrade for one…
Farmers warn of economic fallout, food supply disruptions as immigrant labor vanishes VENTURA COUNTY, Calif. – A sweeping crackdown by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) in California’s agricultural heartlands…
Actors Joshua Garcia, Anne Curtis, and Carlo Aquino pose together during the media launch of the Philippine adaptation of It’s Okay to Not Be Okay, drawing excitement for the highly anticipated…
Travelers can now keep their shoes on at TSA checkpoints as DHS ends 2006 rule. New tech enables faster, safer airport screening across the U.S. WASHINGTON, D.C. – The U.S. Department…
Dr. Gloria E. Ciriza San Diego County Office of Education Superintendent Photo source : SAN DIEGO COUNTY Office OF EDUCATION San Diego, CA – San Diego Unified School District remains in…
SAN DIEGO — Thousands of San Diego County residents are at risk of losing or seeing reductions in their food assistance benefits following federal spending cuts signed into law this…
A new DOJ memo under the Trump administration instructs federal attorneys to prioritize denaturalization. California, home to 5.6M naturalized citizens, could see the greatest impact. SAN FRANCISCO — A newly…
There was a time—not long ago—when Filipino triumphs on the global stage were treated as exceptions. A lone boxer electrifying the world. A solo singer breaking through Broadway. A startup…
