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PIDCI election puts spotlight on stolen club funds as community calls for transparency
By Cristina DC Pastor The case of missing funds is generating keen interest in the October 7 election of officers of the Philippine Independence Day Council, Inc. Three community leaders are running for PIDCI president, and one of them would like to see an investigation. Sixteen individuals are aspiring for the seven open board seats. […]
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As Wycoco steps down, Puertollano files candidacy for PIDCI president
Media and public relations practitioner Amado ‘Tambi’ Wycoco announced this week he has decided to abandon his bid to run for president of the Philippine Independence Day Council, Inc. In a statement, he announced he is seeking, instead, one of the seven seats in the Board of Directors of PIDCI. “Realization and reality set in,” […]
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TOFA 2017 celebrates remarkable FilAms who influence, inspire (Part 1)
By Cristina DC Pastor In celebration of Filipino American History Month, The Outstanding Filipinos in America (TOFA) presents this year’s accomplished individuals with varied talents, superb achievements, and who make service to community a meaningful part of their lives. White House Executive Chef Cristeta Comerford; pilot with missing limbs Jennifer Cox; California Assembly Member Rob […]
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How selfies heal feuds among friends
By Cristina DC Pastor I have seen it happen, the power of selfies to fix – or heal – rifts in friendships. Two people I know had a shouting match in front of my face. I was a bewildered witness to the hurtful things they’ve said about each other. Several days later, I saw them […]
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Diplomats voice hope for peace while creating beautiful Ikebana flowers
By Percival Cunanan Humble palm trees, some soil, an earthen vase, and a hushed audience. With these, Professor Noritaka Noda of NYC’s Ikenobo Society of Floral Art began to create elegant Ikebana, as diplomats around him expressed their hope for peace and the “art of bringing people together.” The event was dubbed “PEACE Is…Beautiful,” a […]
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Beauty pageant blogger Adam Genato: Life is a Red Carpet
By Wendell Gaa Beauty pageant blogger Adam Genato is living proof of how an everyday Filipino in Manila can work hard and play even harder. Genato runs his family’s real estate and construction business in the Philippines. On the side, he is a beauty pageant and entertainment blogger. His film and fashion blog, HeyAdamGenato.wordpress.com, is […]
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Tourism OIC Zeny Pallugna leaving post, cites double-digit growth in U.S. market
By Cristina DC Pastor After three years, Officer in Charge Zeny Pallugna of the Philippine Department of Tourism’s (PDOT) New York office will be returning to Manila. Zeny ends her tour of duty on August 21. She is expected in Manila by September 11, leaving her a couple of weeks to say goodbye to relatives […]
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Multimedia creative Martin Romero and his journey through fashion and fitness
By Dominic Garcia We met at Bryant Park on 42nd and Sixth. After exchanging pleasantries, we mused on how long it had been since we last saw each other while we made our way toward a Thai restaurant in Queens. “Probably during one of our friend’s birthdays,” he said. Multimedia creative Martin Romero is broad-shouldered […]
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The consulate and the Fifth Avenue crosswalk: The story behind a stunning Christmas card
By Cristina DC Pastor It has all the elements of a perfect photograph: balance, vantage point, and precise timing. The fact that this image of Philippine Consulate officers and staff was taken on frenetic Fifth Avenue during the busy Christmas season makes this photo of Cesar ‘Boyet’ Loverita one of his brilliant shots. Boyet recalled […]