A FILIPINA frontliner from Florida, Janice, was diagnosed with myelofibrosis – bone marrow cancer. She had already been receiving several treatments, including blood transfusions and medications, but none of these…
Philippine Consulate officials led by Deputy Consul General Raquel R. Solano welcomed Philippine Airlines (PAL) executives to the Philippine Center in San Francisco on August 17, 2023. PAL Assistant Vice…
SAN FRANCISCO – The Philippine Consulate General in San Francisco and its partner government agencies, led by Consul General Neil Ferrer, went in full force to show its support for…
Tanduay continued its dominance in the global rum category as it was declared the World’s Number 1 Rum anew by Drinks International Magazine. According to data collated from public company…
SACRAMENTO – California State Treasurer Fiona Ma announced the results of $706.6 million in revenue bonds for the Regents of the University of California (Regents). Proceeds of the $586.5 million 2023 Series…
UNION CITY – Philippine Consul General to San Francisco Neil Frank Ferrer joined Union City’s 18th Annual Sister City Festival with the theme “Peace through Friendship” on August 20, 2023 at…
As summer edges toward fall, thoughts turn to, well, vaccines. Yes, inevitably, it’s time to think about the usual suspects — influenza and covid-19 shots — but also the new…
THE COVID-19 pandemic is obviously not done with us – clearly far from over, as it continues to mutate to new variants. The unvaccinated and those who had lowered their…
Manila—The Nayong Pilipino Foundation (NPF) on Saturday, August 26, 2023 signed an agreement with the Rover Circle 23 of the Boy Scout of the Philippines (BSP) Manila Council as part…
THE North American tour of “Les Misérables” has returned to Southern California and among the cast are two Filipino American actors who share their passion for performing on stage. Nine-year-old…
The Philippine Consulate and the International MoTHER Movement (IMM) jointly led the celebration of the “Buwan ng Wika” (Language Month) last Tuesday, August 22, at the community hall of the…
Last 21 August 2023 the first ever wall mural painting in Majayjay, Laguna was presented to the community by Ms. Nannette Guinto Amorado, the Founder/CEO of Banahaw Artists Association Inc….
Philippines’ “Blue Room” by Ma-an L. Asuncion-Dagñalan Also in Lineup New York, NY – August 24, 2023 – The excitement is building as the SOHO International Film Festival (SIFFNYC) prepares…
The Hotel Sales and Marketing Association Philippines launches its largest online travel fair to date The September Online Sale (2023) is back this year with its biggest edition ever—a month-long…
IF you have an existing child support or spousal support obligation (court order) and your income decreases or even worst if you are laid off from your job causing a…
You may not be paid wages for all hours worked You may not notice, but some employers round down work hours and pay lesser wages for hours other than those…
Seeing parents bring their children back to our parish school last Tuesday filled me with joy. It was delightful to witness new parents and students becoming part of our school…
Several options exist for a U.S. citizen to bring his/her foreign-national fiancé(e) to the United States. One popular option is to marry the fiancé(e) in the country in which he/she…
Even with extensive caregiving experience, Patti LaFleur was unprepared for the crisis that hit in April 2021, when her mother, Linda LaTurner, fell out of a chair and broke her…
40th Anniversary of Martyrdom Reminds Community of Courage Filipino Americans from New York, New Jersey, and Connecticut came together to commemorate the 40th anniversary of Benigno “Ninoy” Aquino Jr.’s assassination…
The Philippine Consulate General in San Francisco, represented by Vice Consul Adrian Baccay attended the launch of “Weaving Peace and Dreams: Textile Arts of Mindanao,” an exhibit by the Filipino…
THE County of San Diego is asking residents ages 55 and older to share their thoughts in a comprehensive needs assessment survey. The state survey will be used to inform…
THE County is bringing together its partners and members of the community to raise awareness about local treatment, support and recovery resources in honor of National Recovery Month. The public…
by Sunita Sohrabji Ethnic Media Services The California Department of Aging on August 22 announced the launch of its first-ever statewide assessment for Californians aged 55 and older to share…
The United States University is eagerly anticipating the arrival of more than 500 graduates from the 2023 class in San Diego on September 16th. Established in 1997, United States University…
State legislative delegation comes through to improve quality of life in communities across city SAN DIEGO – Mayor Todd Gloria was joined on Friday, August 18 by members of San…
The Philippine Consulate General in San Francisco, represented by Vice Consul Adrian Baccay, graced the graduation rites of the Cultural Immersion Summer Camp of the University of the Philippines Alumni…
IN the fourth installment of Citizen Pinoy’s “Your Tanong, My Sagot” from Manila, leading U.S. Immigration Atty. Michael J. Gurfinkel answers more immigration inquiries from Kapamilya in the Philippines. Bernice’s…
THE Federal Trade Commission (FTC) charged that a business opportunity and coaching scheme bilked consumers out of tens of millions of dollars. The scheme grew on the back of baseless…
Don’t let his youthful good looks fool you. Or, even his youth for that matter. Nineteen-year-old Evan Lorezca a.k.a. The Savvy Expat, more than lives up to his moniker as…
