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PH’s Shirley Temple A book titled “The Legend of Tessie Agana: Beloved Child Star of the Philippines – An Intimate Portrait of My Mother,” is the debut book written by her…
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Tubô Cebu Art Fair 2023: Embracing Artistic Contrasts and Similarities
CEBU CITY – The vibrant world of Visayan art is set to unfold once more at the Tubô Cebu Art Fair 2023, taking place from September 15-17 at the Ayala…
Tourism Department welcomes FIBA Basketball World Cup 2023 to the world-renowned Filipino hospitality
Statement of Tourism Secretary Christina Garcia Frasco on the Opening Day of the FIBA Basketball World Cup 2023 The Department of Tourism joins the entire nation in extending a warm…
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Sen. Cortez Masto shows support for Las Vegas AAPI small business leaders
U.S. Senator Catherine Cortez Masto (D-Nevada) met with over a dozen Asian American and Pacific Islander (AAPI) small business owners and community leaders in Las Vegas to discuss federal resources…
Filipino Sensation Vina Morales To Make Broadway Debut in Here Lies Love: Morales steps into role of ‘Aurora Aquino’ on a one-month limited guest engagement
The producers of Here Lies Love, the groundbreaking musical from David Byrne and Fatboy Slim, are pleased to announce the upcoming Broadway debut of popular Filipino actress Vina Morales, who will join the show performing as…
Tribeca Festival features Fil-Am director’s film ‘Mahal’
Michaela Ternasky-Holland: A journey of love, grief, and immersive storytelling In a world where storytelling takes on new dimensions through emerging technologies, Filipino American director and producer Michaela Ternasky-Holland stands…
Cebu City Mayor Michael Rama meets with Fil-Am community in Los Angeles
LOS ANGELES — Incumbent Cebu City Mayor Michael Rama urged Filipino Americans to support the Philippine government’s initiatives in uplifting the lives of fellow Filipinos. A meet and greet event…
Experience a weekend of artistry, nostalgia, and cultural fusion at the 29th Festival of Philippine Arts and Culture (FPAC) in Los Angeles
Los Angeles, CA –Get ready for a cultural extravaganza that promises to captivate your senses and celebrate the vibrant heritage of the Philippines. FilAm Arts, in partnership with the Levitt…
[COLUMN] A house of prayer for all people
Our First Reading from the Book of Isaiah (Isaiah 56:1, 6-7) states: “My house shall be a house of prayer for all people.” These words are placed at the front…
[COLUMN] Proposed new law would finally extend workplace health and safety protections to domestic workers
Many reading this may be surprised to learn that domestic workers are not protected by the important workplace health and safety laws applicable to other California employees. A new law…
[COLUMN] Five benefits of establishing a revocable living trust
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…
Health officials, CBOs detail efforts to protect healthcare for 15.5 million Californians
AT a briefing held by EMS and California Black Media, state health directors and leaders from community-based organizations (CBOs) explained how they are ensuring that Californians maintain continuous coverage and…
New Makati office building reiterates commitment to green and sustainable development
An independent assessment of the Makati Commerce Tower found that building achieves 22% lower electricity consumption and 58% lower water consumption from its operations compared to a similar non-green commercial…
Cebu Pacific Launches Manila – Da Nang Flight with Piso Sale
Cebu Pacific (PSE: CEB), the Philippines’ leading airline, is launching its newest destination—Da Nang, Vietnam—with its signature Piso Sale. Starting December 7, 2023, CEB’s Manila to Da Nang flights will…
SOHO International Film Festival opens Sept. 14 with record 95-plus World and US premieres
The 2023 SOHO International Film Festival (SIFFNYC), which opens on September 14, will have record 35 world premieres, 6 US premieres, 32 Northeast premieres and 29 New York premieres. The…
PH’s hot air balloon festival to stage a comeback in New Clark City in 2024
MANILA, Philippines (August 22, 2023) – The Philippine International Hot Air Balloon Fiesta (PIHABF), the country’s only airshow experience, will officially be back in the skies from February 16-18, 2024 (Friday-Sunday). The three-day event will…
Cultural Center of the Philippines out of the box series: Figaro! Figaro!! Presents tagalized abridged operas
Back-to-back abridged versions of Gioachino Rossini’s The Barber of Seville and Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart’s The Marriage of Figaro take the centerstage in the second installment of the CCP Out-Of-The-Box Series, the newest program of…
InLife Negosyo Challenge winners share stories of progress
Four women-led enterprises are all set to chart their transformative journeys to further their social causes, thanks to the cash grant and mentoring support from the InLife Negosyo Challenge. The…
DOT, NCIP ink partnership to empower indigenous peoples, protect and promote cultural heritage through tourism
The Department of Tourism (DOT) and the National Commission on Indigenous Peoples (NCIP) forged a formal agreement Wednesday (Aug. 16) in a bid to create a strategic partnership between the…
Manay Gina Perez de Venecia: Lessons in Life
Gina de Venecia, more known as “Manay Gina” to friends and supporters, was thrust into the spotlight when her husband, Jose De Venecia, became Speaker of the House of Representatives….
Experience FairPrice’s Singapore-quality products at Singaporium 2023
More Filipinos will soon have a taste of Singapore-quality products. FairPrice, a well-established and respected brand in Singapore, is making its first stop in the Philippines with the launch of…
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Ely Buendia Live to Headline Tanduay Bacolod Rum Festival Concert
Bacolod City, Philippines – Music enthusiasts are in for an electrifying and nostalgic experience as Ely Buendia Live takes the spotlight at the Tanduay Rum Festival concert on August 19….
Matea Mahal Smith Wins Miss Filipina International, Becomes First Winner of Filipino and Black Descent in Pageant’s 10-Year History
Matea Mahal Smith, who was born in Coral Springs, Florida with family roots in Pililla, Rizal, Philippines, won the Miss Filipina International 2023 title in a glamorous, top-tier show in…
From nutraceuticals to cannabis: Howard Hoffman’s journey of innovation and opportunity
Pioneering Filipino-American entrepreneur makes waves in the cannabis industry IN a fascinating entrepreneurial journey spanning over a decade, Filipino American entrepreneur Howard Hoffman has ventured into various industries, ultimately finding…
Philtoa’s 4th General Membership Meeting Celebrates Love for the Philippines
The tour operators association welcomes new members as it prepares for the 34th Philippine Travel Mart, the largest travel fair in the country 10 August 2023–Lauding efforts by the country’s…
California schools get $117-M to turn pavement into green space
by Selen Ozturk Ethnic Media Services As extreme heat scorches California, schools preparing to reopen across the Bay Area are also preparing to use the first $47 million of a…
White House seeks greater investment in AAPI mental health care
AFTER anti-Asian hate and violence escalated during the COVID-19 pandemic, leaders of the Asian American and Pacific Islander (AAPI) have spent the last few years rallying for greater investment in…
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