The Philippine Franchise Association (PFA) is proud to announce the holding of their biggest regional franchise show, “Franchise Negosyo Para sa Region VII (Cebu),” a premier event designed to empower…
Consul General Adelio Angelito S. Cruz administers the oath of office to Ms. Jenny Lynn M. Ho-Vijungco as the first Philippine Honorary Consul in Arizona. LOS ANGELES, CA – In…
A rendering of the Brightline West high-speed train, designed to reach speeds of up to 200 mph and connect Las Vegas to Southern California by 2028. – Image courtesy of…
Photo from Esther Lin/Premier Boxing Champions LAS VEGAS – Boxing icon Manny Pacquiao is expected to take home as much as $20 million from his July 19, 2025 bout against…
Photo provided by the Presidential Communications Office. WASHINGTON, D.C. – President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. arrived at Joint Base Andrews on Sunday, July 20, 2025, beginning his official visit to…
New York Governor Kathy Hochul (www.governor.ny.gov) ALBANY, NY — New York Governor Kathy Hochul convened an emergency cabinet meeting this week to assess the projected impact of the recently enacted federal…
NEW YORK, NY — New York City public schools are preparing for a major policy shift this September as a statewide cellphone ban—backed by Governor Kathy Hochul and NYC Chancellor Melissa…
Todd M. Lyons, Acting Director of U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) Photo source : ICE / DHS Immigrant rights groups warn of sweeping arrests and legal overreach, as ICE…
Alex Eala at Wimbledon from @alex.eala instagram page Filipina tennis ace Alex Eala is gearing up for an ambitious stretch of tournaments as she builds toward a strong showing at…
Newsom says funding revocation “illegal” as state takes battle to federal court SACRAMENTO / WASHINGTON — California filed a federal lawsuit this week challenging the Trump administration’s decision to revoke…
Kathy Current, trauma-informed financial coach For anyone who’s ever whispered, “God, I can’t do this anymore,” Filipino American coach Kathy Current offers faith-based healing from debt, divorce, and shame in Heal Your…
Remaining troops face growing criticism, court challenges, and pressure from state leaders to end the federal crackdown on immigrant communities. LOS ANGELES — The U.S. Department of Defense has ordered…
Passengers queue at Terminal 3 of Ninoy Aquino International Airport, where immigration and airline check-in procedures are conducted for outbound international flights. – Photo via Wikimedia Commons / Mattun0211 & Sky Harbor…
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…
