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Calendar from January 2026
January 3 PIDCI Grand Soiree EQX 45 Rockefeller Plaza Equinox entrance between 50th and 51st streets January 4 Sinulog 2026 by the Filipino Apostolate, Archdiocese of Newark Cathedral Basilica of the Sacred Heart of Jesus 89 Ridge Street Newark NJ January 15 Edaya Star literary contest call for submissions Theme: ‘Dreams from sub-Saharan Mindanao’ Send […]
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NJ mall filled with the spirit of Filipino Christmas
Pasko in America, the Northeast’s biggest indoor Filipino Christmas celebration, drew about 6,000 families and multicultural holiday shoppers across three levels of the American Dream in East Rutherford, New Jersey. The event, presented by Philippine Fiesta USA, Inc., transformed the mall into a vibrant Filipino Christmas village featuring Parols, performances, community organizations, and diaspora-centered holiday […]
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Calendar from December
December 1 to 9 Franciscan Spirit Tours Contact Fr. Julian Jagudilla 917-880-7053 December 4 to 12 37th Simbang Gabi sa Konsulado Kalayaan Hall, Philippine Center 556 5th Avenue NYC December 5 Karafund for Cares Island Central Restaurant329 Central Avenue Jersey City NJ December 6 Simbang Gabi sa Katedral and Parol Procession St. Patrick’s Cathedral Fifth Avenue, […]
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Rosalinda Medina Rupel: The accidental actress
By Cristina DC Pastor For Rosalinda “Linda” Rupel, life has never followed a straight path. It has always been one that meanders through complicated twists and turns but always driven by purpose and sometimes pain. From her early years in the Philippines to her professional journey in librarianship and international multilateral organizations, Linda’s story is […]
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Ladies for Rizal’s Filipiniana Night honors the spirit of national hero
By Aimee Sansait-Termulo The Ladies for Rizal New York Inc., in collaboration with Eagle Eye Charities, Inc., hosted an elegant and inspiring Filipiniana Night at The Players in Manhattan, New York — a celebration of Filipino heritage, leadership, and service to community. The evening’s highlights included the “Diwa ni Rizal” Awards, the induction of new […]
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Bessie Besana: ‘Filipino designers are getting seats at the table in Milan, Paris, New York’
By Ferlie Andong Bessie Besana did not enter the world of fashion straightaway. For nine years, he practiced civil engineering before finally taking a leap of faith and changing careers. “You can say that fashion is a calling for me,” Besana shared. Even his brand name, Bessie Besana, carries a personal touch. In college, classmates […]
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Calendar from November
November 3 NBC hit comedy ‘St. Denis Medical’ returns for Season 2. Mockumentary-style comedy follows dedicated doctors and nurses doing their best to treat patients while keeping themselves sane. November 9 Consular outreach in Attleboro, Massachusetts Our Lady of La Salette 947 Park Street Attleboro, MA November 18 Diplomacy and Human Rights Gala Black tie event […]
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Whatever happened in Vegas echoed beyond Vegas: TOFA at 15
By Rasmin Diaz LAS VEGAS — The Orleans Showroom pulsed with pride and pageantry as the 15th annual The Outstanding Filipino Awards (TOFA) honored 100 of the world’s most influential Filipinos on October 24, a three-hour celebration of culture, excellence, and identity at the heart of the “Entertainment Capital of the World.” Hosted once again […]
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FilAms who fish: A brotherhood by the sea
By Cristina DC Pastor For 35 years Andres “Ding” Amado ran an auto shop in Jersey City. Today at 73 and newly retired, he spends his days chasing tuna and tilefish instead of fixing engines. “I worked at that shop for 35 years,” he said with quiet pride. “Now, I can finally fish whenever I […]