In a powerful display of unity and determination, hundreds of Asian American members of the Screen Actors Guild American Federation of Television and Radio Artists (SAG-AFTRA) gathered in New York on Thursday, Sept. 28 to advocate for significant reforms within the entertainment industry. The rally brought together actors, producers, and industry advocates to address critical…
PERCY Mabasa, known by his broadcast name Percy Lapid, was an unwavering radio broadcaster who dedicated 35 years of his life to exposing corruption among the powerful. Thousands of listeners tuned in to his program, drawn by his fearless opinions. A year ago, he was shot dead on his way home and his death serves…
Filipino foodies and gourmands in the tri-state area are in for a treat next weekend as New York’s most renowned culinary festival takes over the Big Apple. The much-awaited Food Network New York City Wine & Food Festival (NYCWFF) returns to celebrate 16 years this October 12-15 with more than 80 events featuring over 500 chefs from…
TODAY’S column on food contains some data contributed by my classmate and wife, Farida I. Chua, MD, a retired Northwest Indiana pediatrician, an avid reader/researcher, and a fellow in our annual medical missionary in the rural areas of the Philippines. As I have written in this column in the past, unless we eat food as…
Cellist Wen-Sinn Yang will be the featured soloist for the second concert of the Philippine Philharmonic Orchestra this concert season under the baton of Maestro Grzegorz Nowak on October 13, 2023, at the Samsung Performing Arts Theater in Circuit Makati at 7:30pm. For the second concert, dubbed “Italian Night,” the Swiss-born cellist will perform Antonin…
Insular Life (InLife), the country’s first and largest Filipino life insurer recently received the Four Golden Arrow Award during the ASEAN Corporate Governance Scorecard (ACGS) and Corporate Governance Scorecard (CGS) Golden Arrow Recognition Ceremony. This is the sixth consecutive year that the Awards organizers, Institute of Corporate Directors, has recognized InLife for its good corporate…
The Tourism Promotions Board (TPB) Philippines announces its triumphant participation in the Incentive Travel & Conventions, Meetings Asia (IT&CMA) 2023, held from September 24 to 29 in Bangkok, Thailand. This event is renowned as one of the most influential MICE (Meetings, Incentives, Conventions, and Exhibitions) trade shows in the Asia-Pacific region, providing a vibrant platform…
The Federation of Filipino Rosary Groups, 2000 Hail Mary and Knights of Columbus will host the Rosary Rally at Incarnation Church, 1001 Brand Avenue, Glendale on Sunday, October 15th , 2023. A Eucharistic celebration honoring the Blessed Virgin Mary will start with a procession at 1:15 pm followed by praying the rosary. Mass in Tagalog…
PECHANGA Resort Casino proudly presents the APO Hiking Society 50 Years USA Concert Tour 2023 that will be held on Friday, November 3, and Saturday, November 4, 2023 at 8 p.m., at the Pechanga Theater. APO Hiking Society is one of the pillars and icons of Original Pilipino Music (OPM). Formed in 1969, the group…
by Selen Ozturk Ethnic Media Services Though summer is ending in California, extreme heat is still worsening long-term. At a Sept. 26 EMS briefing, state and community organizations shared how they were adapting on the community level. Climate change is climate chaos Braden Kay, Extreme Heat and Community Resilience Program Manager of the California Governor’s…
UNITED States President Joe Biden and Vice President Kamala Harris are paying tribute to the contributions of Filipino Americans this October as the country marks the annual recognition of Filipino American History Month. The White House released a statement saying Filipinos and Filipino Americans “have helped forge the very idea of America.” The country is…
During the public hearing of the Senate Committee on Finance Subcommittee “J” to deliberate on the proposed 2024 budget of the Department of Tourism (DOT) on Tuesday (Oct. 3), Secretary Christina Garcia Frasco reported the resurgence of the Philippine tourism industry as it records Php 344 Billion in foreign visitor receipts in just the first…
The Tourism Promotions Board (TPB) Philippines, the marketing and promotions arm of the Department of Tourism (DOT), was recognized as the Best National Tourism Organization (NTO) during the 32nd TTG Travel Awards ceremony and gala dinner in Bangkok, Thailand last 28 September 2023. In accepting the award, TPB’s Chief Operating Officer (COO), Maria Margarita Montemayor…
Moving into a dormitory for college is an exciting adventure. It is a time for both independence and personal growth. At the same time, it can be quite challenging. Juggling course work and housework can be taxing. To make the transition from home to dorm life smoother and less stressful, having small appliances can be…
Manila, Philippines—Tourism Secretary Christina Garcia Frasco herself made the first call to the first-ever centralized and multi-platform Tourist Assistance Call Center launched on Monday (Oct. 2) at the Department of Tourism (DOT) Central Office in Makati City. The newest tourism innovation of is in line with the Marcos administration’s thrust to revitalize the tourism industry…
Art Cove at Park Inn by Radisson Bacolod is thrilled to announce the successful launch of Jojo Vito’s art exhibit, “Festive Faces,” marking a remarkable transformation from his previous installation, “Gilded Expressions.” Jojo Vito, Bacolod City’s renowned mask maker, professor, entrepreneur, and blogger, has brought new life to the exhibit, captivating audiences with his fresh…
A Two-Day Extravaganza in NYC Highlighting Lumpia and Kalamansi Over 50 Filipino small businesses are coming together to celebrate Filipino American History Month (FAHM) in New York this weekend! Get ready for an unforgettable two-day event hosted by Philippines Fest, the largest Filipino Street Fair on the East Coast. The festivities kick off on October…
Proceeds To Benefit The Hawai’i Coalition for Immigrant Rights LA TI DO Productions in NYC presents Here Lies Love: A Homecoming Concert on Monday, October 2 at 9:30pm, featuring Philippine superstar and multi-awarded singer and actress, Vina Morales, who is currently playing the role of Aurora Aquino on Broadway until October 22nd, 2023. Dubbed as the…
By Ruben Nepales Metro Manila Film Festival (MMFF), the beloved and popular annual event that celebrates Filipino cinema and its talent in the Philippines, is going Hollywood. The overseas edition of MMFF, named Manila International Film Festival (MIFF), will screen the eight 2023 MMFF entries in Los Angeles in late January 2024. MIFF will climax…
Los Angeles – The RevUp Real Estate Rally (R3-23) is touted as the most exciting real estate event of the year. It is a two-day high-energy event where real estate professionals can connect with like-minded professionals, expand their network, and connect with key decision-makers in the industry. Taking place October 13-14, 2023, RevUp Real Estate…
Focus: Rev. Pastor Adiel DePano and Legay Square in Santa Ana “The joy in loving is guaranteed by loving one another as Jesus loves us. God’s love goes round and round! His circle of Love is humankind! Thank you for giving me that kind of love. – With the love of the Lord, Fr. Camilo…
Two-week program provides financial assistance to city residents who owe back rent LOS ANGELES — In a continued effort to prevent individuals from becoming unhoused, the City of Los Angeles Measure United to House LA (ULA) launched the Emergency Renters Assistance Program. The program provides financial assistance toward back rent to low-income renters at risk…
A pending settlement in a class action filed by fitness instructors against Equinox— an operator of high-end luxury gyms in major cities throughout the United States— reminds us that employers who don’t take seriously the strict wage-and-hour laws in California likely do so at a price. A class action was filed against Equinox on behalf…
There is never the perfect time to think about who you would like to inherit from your estate in case you pass away or at least who among your closest friends (BFFs) and family members are even deserving of inheriting from your estate. In doing so, you should also think about which vehicle you plan…
My fraternity brothers and sisters, children Gennelle and Gilchrist, Kumare Hilda, sister of Brod Geoffrey, Oscar Jornacion. Brod Geoffrey’s favorite brother-in-law. We are here today not to mourn the untimely passing of our dear fraternity brother Geoffrey but to celebrate his life. Why do I pay tribute to him? Brother Geoffrey is the embodiment of…
As Medicare Advantage continues to gain popularity among seniors, three Southern California companies are pioneering new types of plans that target cultural and ethnic communities with special offerings and native-language practitioners. Clever Care Health Plan, based in Huntington Beach, and Alignment Health, based in nearby Orange, both have plans aimed at Asian Americans, with extra benefits…
Rampant inflation in all sectors of the U.S. economy is the top concern for AAPI voters, concluded the Pew Research Center in a survey released this week. The data was drawn from a survey of 7,006 Asian American voters, conducted from July 2022 to January 2023. The survey was offered in six languages: Chinese (Simplified and Traditional),…
BONGAO, TAWI-TAWI — Tourism Secretary Christina Garcia Frasco assured Tawi-Tawians of the Department of Tourism’s (DOT) support, as it continually pursues its objective of equalizing tourism opportunities ensuring tourism development where “no one is left behind”. This, as the tourism chief graced the 50th Kamahardikaan sin Tawi-Tawi on Monday (Sept. 25), where she was invited…
Sheraton Manila Hotel is proud to introduce its new Executive Chef, the culinary virtuoso Andrea Burzio, alongside the launch of Pranzo & Cena: Italian Family Feasts, a remarkable culinary journey that is set to transform the city’s dining scene. Meet Chef Andrea Burzio: A Culinary Visionary With over 15 years of international culinary experience,…
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