Manny Pacquiao to earn up to $20 million in comeback fight vs. Barrios
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…
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Drowning in debt, finding God: How Kathy Castillo-Current turned heartbreak and financial ruin into spiritual rescue
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…
PH Bureau of Immigration warns of ‘mail-order bride’ scams; victim rescued at NAIA
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…
Pacquiao held to draw in comeback: A champion’s spirit still shines at 46
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…
Filipino fighters make strong impact on Pacquiao‑Barrios undercard
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…
FABAG President Arleen Peñaflor Passes Away, Leaving a Legacy of Leadership and Community Impact
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…
DEL MONTE FOODS files for Chapter 11 bankruptcy, seeks buyer amid debt woes and shifting consumer trends
Del Monte Foods’ brand portfolio includes household names such as Del Monte, Contadina, College Inn, S&W, Kitchen Basics, Joyba, and Take Root Organics—many of which remain staples in American and…
Between Two Flags: A Filipino American Reflection on the Fourth of July
On the Fourth of July, the United States comes together in celebration—barbecues and fireworks, parades and patriotic songs. It is a day that honors the signing of the Declaration of…
Carson honors ABC7 Fil-Am journalists on Philippine-American Friendship Day
ABC7 Eyewitness News journalists Tony Cabrera, Irene Cruz, and Denise Dador were honored with a City of Carson proclamation during the July 1, 2025, City Council meeting in celebration of…
Alex Eala secures Wimbeldon spot, makes main draw debut at Nottingham
@alex.eala instagram Filipina tennis star Alex Eala qualifies for Wimbledon 2025 main draw, making history as the first Filipina to compete in singles at the All England Club LONDON —…
SENATE RETURNS IMPEACHMENT COMPLAINT VS. VP SARA DUTERTE TO HOUSE FOR REVIEW
Members of the 19th Congress of the Philippines at the Senate Session Hall. (Courtesy of the Senate of the Philippines) Standing, from left: Senators Ronald “Bato” Dela Rosa, Christopher “Bong” Go, Mark Villar, Lito Lapid,…
A Camp Reclaimed: After Decades of Disputes, the Philippines Charts a New Course for Camp John Hay
BAGUIO CITY, PHILIPPINES — Camp John Hay, the storied mountain estate once reserved for American military rest and recreation, is undergoing another transition—this time under Philippine control and interim private sector…
Divided senate delays Duterte impeachment trial in final days of 19th congress
Senators clash over timeline, constitutional duty as House prosecutors prepare for June 11 session MANILA – Nearly four months after the House of Representatives transmitted articles of impeachment against Vice President…
Cabinet reset takes shape: Marcos finalizes who stays, who goes
Executive Secretary Lucas Bersamin serves as the point man in President Marcos’ Cabinet reshuffle. Although he tendered his resignation, the President declined it—signaling continued confidence in his leadership. (Photo credit…
FEDERAL FUNDING AT RISK: Trump Administration Moves to Withdraw $4B from California High-Speed Rail
“The State of the Future” – first 220 mph electrified high-speed train system in the US. (Photo from the California High-Speed Rail Authority) Trump administration moves to rescind federal funding…
Filipina Chef Chrissy Camba Brings Heart and Heritage to PBS’s The Grocery List
Former Top Chef contestant and fun-loving Chef Chrissy Camba is the host of this unique food adventure series celebrating cultural grocery stores and the communities they serve. (Photo from the…
Ex-Congressman Teves in NBI Custody Over Murder of Former Negros Oriental Governor Roel Degamo
Official Portrait of Representative Arnolfo Teves Jr. of the 3rd District of Negros Oriental Philippine House of Representatives MUNTINLUPA CITY, Philippines — Former Negros Oriental 3rd District Representative Arnolfo “Arnie” Teves…
Imee Marcos Explains Her Loyalty to the Dutertes
Senator Imee Marcos and Vice President Sara Duterte Photo from Facebook/@Imee Marcos While many political alliances in the Philippines have shifted with the winds of power, one pairing has endured…
“Lilo & Stitch” Live-Action Hits Record-Breaking Memorial Day Debut with Filipina Stars Among Cast
Sydney Agudong Tia Carrere Photo from IMDb …
U.S. Firm Offers PH Defense Innovation Hub in $5.6B F-16 Deal
An F-16 Block 70 fighter jet, Lockheed Martin’s most advanced multirole aircraft, is part of a $5.6 billion U.S. proposal to the Philippines. The deal includes a defense innovation hub…
Opposition Regains Ground: Hontiveros Hails Return of Allies to Senate, Partylist Wins
Sen. Risa Hontiveros Photo from Facebook/@hontiverosrisa MANILA, Philippines – Senator Risa Hontiveros, long regarded as the lone opposition voice in the Philippine Senate, welcomed what she described as the resurgence of…
COMELEC Certifies 2025 PH Senate Results: Bong Go Tops Official List
11 out of 12 newly elected senators attended the COMELEC proclamation at Manila Hotel—highlighting both dynastic continuity and the surprising return of independents and opposition voices to the Senate, setting the…
Why AAPI Heritage Month Matters—Especially Now
Each May, the United States observes Asian American and Pacific Islander (AAPI) Heritage Month, a national recognition of the generations of Asian and Pacific Islander Americans who have enriched America’s…
Filipino Cardinals Reflect on Conclave and the Election of Pope Leo XIV
Left to right: Archbishop of Manila Jose Cardinal Advincula, Pro-Prefect of the Vatican’s Dicastery for Evangelization Luis Antonio Cardinal Tagle, and Kalookan Bishop Pablo Virgilio Cardinal David ROME — Following…
Trump Signs Order to Lower Drug Prices for Americans
President Trump signs a bold new executive order to lower prescription drug prices in the U.S WASHINGTON, D.C. – In a renewed effort to tackle the high cost of prescription…
PH Delegation Showcases Investment Potential at 2025 SelectUSA Summit in Washington, D.C.
Philippine Ambassador Jose Manuel ‘Babe’ Romualdez meets with delegates at the Embassy in Washington, D.C., where he emphasized the summit as a valuable opportunity to showcase the Philippines’ investment potential…
Bob Filner, Former San Diego Mayor, Filipino Veterans Advocate, Dies at 82
Bob Filner Source: Wikimedia Commons License: U.S. government public domain Known for championing Filipino WWII veterans’ compensation, Filner’s legacy is marked by both achievement and controversy. San Diego, CA –…
Plating Grace: How Fr. Leo Patalinghug Turned Filipino Roots, Faith, and Food into a Global Ministry
From the kitchen to the altar, the Filipino American priest and celebrity chef inspires people worldwide with a unique blend of spiritual nourishment and culinary passion—empowering lives through faith, food,…
PH Consulate Joins PhilDev in Advocating for Young Filipinos in STEM
In a fireside chat, Ms. Emily Nishi of Discord and Ms. Regina Manzana-Sawhney of PhilDev discuss their experiences as Filipino American women in tech in the U.S. and how their…
Support for Filipino Citizens Impacted by the Wildfires
Philippine Consulate General In Los Angeles Support for Filipino Citizens Impacted by the Wildfires Services Included: Financial Assistance Consular services (Passports, trvel documents) Connecting with families in the Philippines Location…
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