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This Week Inside The Asian Journal
THE holiday season means it’s time to ship gifts to faraway friends and family, or maybe even travel to deliver them in person and bring gifts back home in return. Whatever you…
YOUNG Filipina American Trinity Mijares knew she wanted to become a ballerina at the age of 3 after watching her first live performance of “The Nutcracker.” Last year, she performed with the…
Daphne Palasi Andreades was a second-year graduate student pursuing an MFA in fiction writing at Columbia University when she first heard a quote by the author Toni Morrison: “If there is a…
Last week, the Asian Journal reported which Filipino candidates in races across Southern California would win their races in the 2022 midterm election. With nearly all the results accounted for, several races…
This spring, Chevron workers testified that the company revoked health coverage for hundreds of members of the United Steelworkers Local 5 at the Richmond, California, refinery during a strike that ultimately lasted…
In February of 2020, Covid-19 had not yet hit American shores. But even before the pandemic emerged in the U.S., Manju Kulkarni, executive director of the AAPI Equity Alliance, noticed a menacing trend:…
SAN FRANCISCO – The Philippine Consulate General in San Francisco threw a warm reception to global Pinoy Pop (P-Pop) sensation SB19 during their visit on Thursday, November 17, ahead of their concert…
THE Philippines’ Consul General to San Francisco Neil Frank Ferrer paid a courtesy call on Vallejo City Mayor Robert H. McConnell on October 26. During the meeting, the Consul General held discussions…
IT’S never an easy decision to stay away from the limelight, especially when you have experienced success on a grand scale. Concert Queen Pops Fernandez and Megastar Sharon Cuneta in recent weeks…
San Diego ranked first among major US cities in 2022 Digital Cities Survey by the Center for Digital Government SAN DIEGO – The City of San Diego on Thursday, November 10 won…
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Entertainment
SAN FRANCISCO – The Philippine Consulate General in San Francisco threw a warm reception to global Pinoy Pop (P-Pop) sensation SB19 during their visit on Thursday, November 17, ahead of their concert…
Read More → IT’S never an easy decision to stay away from the limelight, especially when you have experienced success on a grand scale. Concert Queen Pops Fernandez and Megastar Sharon Cuneta in recent weeks…
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THE Deal (currently streaming on The Roku Channel) is a dystopian film that deals with the universal theme of a mother-and-daughter relationship. Fil-Am actress Sumalee Montano, who created and co-produced the movie…
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FILIPINO dancer, singer, actor and TV host Billy Crawford was adjudged the season 12 champion of the French edition of “Dancing with The Stars” on Friday, November 11, along with dancing partner…
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U.S. News
In February of 2020, Covid-19 had not yet hit American shores. But even before the pandemic emerged in the U.S., Manju Kulkarni, executive director of the AAPI Equity Alliance, noticed a menacing trend:…
Despite new laws to keep people from voting and gerrymandering election districts to take away the power of minority communities, the Republican “red wave” that pollsters predicted ahead of last week’s midterms…
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The Philippines
ON Monday, Nov. 21, United States Vice President Kamala Harris is scheduled to meet with Philippine President Bongbong Marcos and Vice President Sara Duterte-Carpio. According to a White House senior official, Harris…
President Ferdinand Marcos, Jr. is looking forward to a strengthened relationship with the United States and emphasized that this is necessary in a time of global economic and geopolitical crisis. “It is…
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Business
Sponsored content from JPMorgan Chase & Co. By Eileen Viray Alcones / San Leandro Community Manager Improving your credit score starts with understanding how all of the pieces work together and continues with…
The Filipino Young Leaders Program (FYLPRO), a joint initiative of the Philippine Embassy, Consulates General in the United States, and the Ayala Foundation, Inc. (AFI), announced the 2022 FYLPRO Delegates. This year’s…
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Immigration
10 nonprofits to receive first round of grants to strengthen their capacity to serve the County’s immigrant communities Los Angeles – The Los Angeles County Office of Immigrant Affairs (OIA), in the…
MANY are familiar with the word “consulate” and many Filipinos in the U.S. know that there could be a Philippine Consulate General near their area. But does the community really know what…
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California State
This spring, Chevron workers testified that the company revoked health coverage for hundreds of members of the United Steelworkers Local 5 at the Richmond, California, refinery during a strike that ultimately lasted…
By Mark Kreidler/Kaiser Health News SACRAMENTO — California Attorney General Rob Bonta sailed to victory in the Nov. 8 election, riding his progressive record on reproductive rights, gun control, and social justice reform.…
FILIPINO American Rob Bonta has won a full term as California State Attorney General. As of Thursday, November 10, Bonta, a Democrat and the current state attorney general, held a big lead…
Pechanga also picks up awards for Best Golf Course, Best Breakfast, Best Brunch AWARDS season is upon us, but we’re not talking staged awards shows in a Los Angeles theater. These awards…
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Los Angeles County
Last week, the Asian Journal reported which Filipino candidates in races across Southern California would win their races in the 2022 midterm election. With nearly all the results accounted for, several races…
WITH the 2022 midterm election come and gone, local governments across California are closer to being a lot more Pinoy. This year, significant races from Los Angeles city controller to multiple city…
KENNETH Mejia made history with his victory in the Los Angeles City Controller race in the Tuesday, Nov. 8 mid-term elections, becoming the first Filipino American elected in the city and the…
LOS Angeles County voters can head to the polls over the weekend ahead of the midterm election on Tuesday, November 8. Over 500 additional voting centers will open across the county starting…
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San Francisco Bay Area
SAN FRANCISCO – The Philippine Consulate General in San Francisco threw a warm reception to global Pinoy Pop (P-Pop) sensation SB19 during their visit on Thursday, November 17, ahead of their concert…
THE Philippines’ Consul General to San Francisco Neil Frank Ferrer paid a courtesy call on Vallejo City Mayor Robert H. McConnell on October 26. During the meeting, the Consul General held discussions…
Bonta looks to win full-term as CA Atty Gen FILIPINO Americans in the Bay Area continue to make their mark in local politics. In the recently-concluded mid-term elections held Tuesday, November 8,…
ROHNERT PARK – Visit the all-round leisure and entertainment destination, Graton Resort & Casino, to celebrate the 9th anniversary together! Get your free Graton’s Collectible Anniversary Rewards Card. More exclusive rewards are…
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San Diego County
THE holiday season means it’s time to ship gifts to faraway friends and family, or maybe even travel to deliver them in person and bring gifts back home in return. Whatever you…
San Diego ranked first among major US cities in 2022 Digital Cities Survey by the Center for Digital Government SAN DIEGO – The City of San Diego on Thursday, November 10 won…
Social media campaign solicited over 300 possible names, San Diegans to choose favorite among top three finalists SAN DIEGO – To raise public awareness of the importance of street sweeping to neighborhood…
Mayor Gloria joins city’s Human Relations Commission to issue proclamation against hate in San Diego SAN DIEGO – As part of United Against Hate Week, the City of San Diego has issued…
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Nevada
BALLOTS are still being counted following the midterm elections on Tuesday, November 8, including prominent races in Nevada: governor and the U.S. Senate. In state and local races in the Silver State,…
The Society of Philippine Surgeons in America (SPSA) and its Fellows from various cities in the United States and Canada, commemorated its golden gala at Caesar’s Palace, Las Vegas, October 19-21, 2022.…
SENATOR Catherine Cortez Masto joined supporters across Northern and Southern Nevada over the weekend, hosting events with the Latino community, stopping by Seafood City for a meal with AAPI community leaders, joining…
THE North Las Vegas Planning Commission recently approved Station Casinos’ plans to build a 67-acre hotel-casino at the northwest corner of Losee Road and the 215 Beltway, it was recently reported in…
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New York & New Jersey
DEMOCRATIC incumbent Senator Catherine Cortez Masto of Nevada will keep her seat for a second term after narrowly beating Republican challenger Adam Laxalt in the 2022 midterm elections. In this closely watched…
NEW York State Assembly District 30 candidate Steven Raga has made history as the first Filipino-American elected to office in New York State. On election night, Raga won his race to serve…
NEW York City Mayor Eric Adams on Friday, Oct. 28 joined Consul General Elmer G. Cato as they raised the Philippine flag for the first time ever at Bowling Green Park along…
AS Filipino American History month drew to a close, Advancement for Rural Kids (ARK), a social impact innovator and nonprofit staged Flip the Script on Thursday, October 27 at Honeybrains New York…
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Texas
Gabriel will represent the U.S. during Miss Universe ON the third day of Filipino American History Month, Miss Texas R’Bonney Gabriel made Fil-Ams proud as she was crowned Miss USA 2022 on…
By Gus Mercado/Contributor ALL Filipino Americans in the State of Texas, especially in the DFW Metroplex, brimmed with pride when its very own Averie Danielle Bishop won the Miss Texas crown on…
HOW could an 18-year-old boy, who is not even of legal age to drink alcohol, be able to purchase a military-style assault weapon, storm into an elementary school in Uvalde, Texas, and…
Current DACA recipients will not be affected A United States federal judge on Friday, July 16 blocked new applications to the Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) program, an Obama-era initiative that…
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Washington DC
WASHINGTON, D.C. — To address the growing impact of natural and manmade disasters exacerbated by the effects of climate change, the National Federation of Filipino American Associations (NaFFAA) has piloted a program…
WASHINGTON D.C. – In commemoration of its 10th anniversary, the Filipino Young Leaders Program (FYLPRO) held a reunion dinner at the Philippine Embassy Chancery Annex last July 22. The event was attended…
SBA delivered an unprecedented level of economic aid to small businesses impacted by the pandemic WASHINGTON, DC – As the country continues to transition from a historic economic recovery to stable, steady growth…
LOS ANGELES — For Filipina American Justine Bautista, it’s her life’s work to advocate for the de-stigmatization of mental health, especially among Asian communities. And she knows it won’t be an easy…
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Health
The winter is fast approaching and bringing in colder weather, it is more important than ever to get yourself and your family vaccinated and boosted against COVID-19. For people ages 65 and…
By Sunita Sohrabji/Ethnic Media Services An estimated 4 million people in the U.S. have permanently dropped out of the workforce due to long COVID, which can include an array of symptoms that…
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Arts & Culture
YOUNG Filipina American Trinity Mijares knew she wanted to become a ballerina at the age of 3 after watching her first live performance of “The Nutcracker.” Last year, she performed with the…
Daphne Palasi Andreades was a second-year graduate student pursuing an MFA in fiction writing at Columbia University when she first heard a quote by the author Toni Morrison: “If there is a…
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Eat & Drink
Filipino foodies and gourmands in the tri-state area are in for a treat this weekend as New York’s most renowned culinary festival takes over the Big Apple. The much-awaited Food Network New…
IN the golden autumn season, the “9.9 Chinese Month” is officially here, along with the largest promotional event of the year. As a leading Asian supermarket chain in the United States, 99…
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