This Week Inside The Asian Journal

City of LA celebrates Asian Pacific American Heritage Month with virtual ceremony

TO commemorate Asian Pacific American Heritage Month, Los Angeles on Thursday, May 6, recognized high-profile personalities, elected officials, community leaders and businesses who have contributed to the city and various industries. The…

Nearly half of Asian Americans in California are now fully vaccinated against COVID-19

30 million vaccine doses administered in CA AS California prepares for a total reopening of the state, the California Department of Public Health (CDPH) reported this week that hospitalizations and positive case…

Celebrate your mom this Mother’s Day, but protect her by keeping masks on

By Sunita Sohrabji / Ethnic Media Services Contributing Editor CARMELA Bernal vividly remembers “El Dia de la Madre” Mother’s Day celebrations of her childhood. “The whole family would get together in my…

Filipina teen wins New York Times’ STEM writing contest

A 16-year-old Filipina is among the 11 winners of The Learning Network’s second annual STEM Writing Contest organized by the New York Times. Natalia Araña, a Grade 11 student from the Philippine…

Rabiya Mateo apologizes for Filipinos’ racist comments directed at fellow Miss Universe candidates

MISS Universe Philippines Rabiya Mateo has apologized to Miss Universe Canada Nova Stevens and Miss Universe Thailand Amanda Obdam following some racist comments from Filipino fans. During a virtual press conference on…

New Consul General Badajos meets with Vegas’ Fil-Am community during outreach mission 

PHILIPPINE Consul General Edgar Badajos, who recently took the helm of the Consulate General in Los Angeles, led the team’s first outreach mission in Las Vegas at the beginning of May. From…

LA County approves motion to address anti-Asian hate during AAPI Heritage Month

THE Los Angeles County Board of Supervisors on Tuesday, May 4 unanimously approved a motion that will continue to address anti-Asian hate in honor of Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month,…

Mayor Gloria appoints Fil-Am community leaders to Asian Pacific Islander Advisory Group

Mayor Todd Gloria announced on Tuesday, May 4 the formation of his administration’s Asian-Pacific Islander (API) Advisory Group as a part of his commitment to ensure more diversity, inclusion, and equity in…

Campaign seeks to have first US Navy ship named after Fil-Am

BERKELEY – In celebration of Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month and in keeping with this year’s theme of “Advancing Leaders through Purpose-Driven Service,” the USS Telesforo Trinidad Campaign (USSTTC) honors…

Panda Express reinforces its commitment to uplifting communities with a $10-M pledge to diversity, equity & inclusion

Panda Express®, the largest family-owned and operated Asian dining concept in the U.S., was built on a foundation of bridging cultures—and flavors— to bring people together. Having always had deep relationships in…

Kiefer Ravena becomes first Filipino athlete signed with Jordan Brand

NLEX Road Warriors guard Kiefer Ravena has joined the iconic Jordan Brand. Ravena made the announcement on Tuesday, May 4, becoming the first Filipino athlete to become a member of the Jordan…