Operation Smile Gala: A Luau for Hope
By Janet Susan R. Nepales It was a night to remember when stars gathered and showed up for a cause. The glitterati raised more than a hundred dollars for Operation…
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Musk becomes first trillionaire on paper as SpaceX makes record market debut
SpaceX founder Elon Musk is seen in a file photograph. The company’s public-market debut on June 12, 2026, valued SpaceX at more than $2 trillion and elevated Musk’s estimated net…
Pag-IBIG Fund Offers Payment Moratorium, Housing Loan Insurance Following Mindanao Earthquake
Pag-IBIG Fund is offering a one-month payment moratorium and reminding borrowers of their Housing Loan insurance coverage to help members recover from the devastation caused by the recent magnitude 7.8…
Senate Publishes Amended Impeachment Rules Ahead of VP Duterte Trial
MANILA — The Philippine Senate has published amendments to its impeachment trial rules, giving senators the authority to elect presiding officers in cases involving officials other than a sitting president. The…
Nevada primaries set November matchups in key statewide, congressional races
Nevada Gov. Joe Lombardo, left, will face Democratic Attorney General Aaron Ford in the November governor’s race.-Photos via Wikimedia Commons Fil-Am Assemblymember Erica Mosca advances in District 14, while Maria…
Cooking Chinese America: A Historical Analysis of the U.S.’s Chinese Restaurant Industry
Left to right: Dr. Joyce Pualani Warren, Prosy Delacruz, Daniela Rangel (author) , Dr. Kimberly Carroll and Dr. Phil Hutchinson. Dr. Tomo Hattori, Chair attended but had to go to…
David Briscoe, AP journalist who chronicled Philippines’ democratic transition, dies at 82
David Briscoe served as Associated Press bureau chief in Manila from 1980 to 1986, overseeing coverage of the political upheaval that culminated in the People Power movement. He died June…
Visa, Mastercard settlement could change what shoppers see at checkout
A proposed Visa and Mastercard settlement could give merchants more flexibility over swipe fees, surcharges and acceptance of certain premium cards, though the agreement still requires final court approval. A…
Discipline, Not Drama, Carries Knicks to Brink of NBA Title
Jalen Brunson (left) and Victor Wembanyama have emerged as the defining faces of the 2026 NBA Finals, with the Knicks now one win away from a championship after their dramatic…
ABS-CBN and FilAm Creative Launch “THE CROSSING: Finding Our Way Home Through Stories” A Global Anthology Series Celebrating Filipino Filmmakers and Stories
Los Angeles, CA — June 7, 2026 — ABS-CBN and FilAm Creative today announced THE CROSSING: Finding Our Way Home Through Stories, a new anthology series celebrating the creative vision of Filipino…
Asian Journal Joins the Ceremonial Signing of LOVEPH
Asian Journal Publications’ marketing development director Jesus Noel Godinez represented Roger Oriel, the publisher of Asian Journal Publications, Inc. and Balikbayan Magazine, during the pioneering ceremonial signing of LOVEPH last…
California DOJ Takes Aim at Rising Costs with New Affordability Response Team
Photo from RobBonta instagram SACRAMENTO — California Attorney General Rob Bonta announced on Monday the creation of a dedicated Affordability Response Team, an enforcement unit within the state Department of Justice tasked with investigating…
Steve Hilton advances to governor’s race, giving California Republicans a statewide standard-bearer
Steve Hilton, a Republican candidate for California governor, is projected to advance to the November general election after securing a top-two finish in the state primary. He is expected to…
Vic Sotto, Ice Seguerra eye big-screen reunion for possible MMFF bid
Vic Sotto and Ice Seguerra, longtime figures in Philippine entertainment, are exploring a possible film collaboration. – Photo from Ice Seguerra/Facebook MANILA — Vic Sotto and Ice Seguerra may be…
Cheers to 20 Years: MAFBEX 2026 Officially Opens Its Doors
The Manila Foods and Beverages Expo (MAFBEX), the country’s premier food and beverage exposition, officially opened its doors for its landmark 20th edition on June 10, 2026, at the World…
Terrible’s agreement gives Primm a path to avoid July 4 shutdown
PRIMM — Terrible’s has reached an agreement with the Primm family to operate hotel-casino and related properties in Primm, giving the Nevada-California border community a path to avoid a planned…
Glendale proclaims June 12 as Philippine Independence Day
GLENDALE, Calif. — The City of Glendale has proclaimed June 12, 2026, as Philippine Independence Day, joining Filipino communities around the world in marking the 128th anniversary of the proclamation…
Hawai‘i chef Rhoda Magbitang wins Top Chef Season 23
Rhoda Magbitang, executive chef of CanoeHouse in Hawai‘i and winner of Top Chef Season 23, is shown with a promotional billboard for Top Chef: Carolinas and during competition scenes in the Bravo kitchen. Magbitang…
Prosperity Begins in the Soul
For years, I thought financial freedom was mostly about numbers. Better income. Bigger savings account. Smaller debt. Simple, right? Then I spent three decades in the mortgage industry and discovered…
Asia Clean Energy Forum 2026 at ADB
The Asia Clean Energy Forum (ACEF) 2026, held June 8–11, celebrated the Asian Development Bank’s 60th anniversary while addressing pressing challenges in the clean energy transition. Reflecting ADB’s updated 2025…
Honoring Dad with Moments That Matter at Taal Vista Hotel
Celebrate Dad with a timeless getaway in Tagaytay, where meaningful stays and warm hospitality have been part of every generation since 1939. This Father’s Day, Taal Vista Hotel presents a…
Eurotel Turns Retired Hotel Linens Into Tote Bags That Give Back
In its first major sustainability drive, Eurotel upcycles old hotel blankets into eco-friendly totes — with 100% of proceeds supporting children with disabilities and their families. QUEZON CITY, Philippines —…
Three Heritage Dishes That Tell the Story of Negrense Cuisine
Manami Resort is known for its thoughtful approach to luxury, one that celebrates nature, culture, and a deep connection to the island. At the heart of the resort’s culinary experience…
“The harvest is plentiful but the laborers are few.” (Matthew 9:37)
I still vividly remember the day I was about twelve years old, praying alone inside our parish church. I thought I heard Jesus speaking to me, telling me to be…
Healthspan – Lifespan
Healthspan is the stage in life where people are practically disease-free or able to ambulate without loss of balance, feed themselves, bathe and dress without help, socialize with family, friends,…
A Filipino American museum takes root in Las Vegas
LAS VEGAS — On South Maryland Parkway, a corridor of restaurants, shops, remittance counters and community rooms has long carried the rhythms of Filipino life in Southern Nevada. This week,…
Karen Bass to face Nithya Raman in L.A. mayoral runoff
Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass, left, and City Councilmember Nithya Raman, right, will face each other in the Nov. 3 mayoral runoff. Bass led the June 2 primary in the…
Becerra advances in California governor’s race as count continues
Xavier Becerra, former U.S. secretary of Health and Human Services and former California attorney general, has advanced to the November general election in the race for California governor. Courtesy of…
Heart Evangelista says past relationship made her feel like a ‘sugar mommy’
Heart Evangelista recently opened up about dating, generosity and boundaries during an appearance on “Fast Talk with Boy Abunda.” – Photo from Heart Evangelista’s Instagram / @iamhearte Heart Evangelista is looking…
Paul Rudd and Nick Jonas talk about making John Carney’s ‘Power Ballad’
BY JANET SUSAN R. NEPALES It is a very common story in Hollywood or in the music world. You create or compose a song, and before you know it, somebody…