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Bridging the political divide in U.S. immigration through Transformative Journalism Part 4
By Marivir Montebon This concludes the 4-part dissertation series of Dr. Marivir Montebon which examines the role of Transformative Journalism in immigration reporting. “We welcome the stranger, yes. But we must have a sound immigration system,” said the head of the church-based legal immigration assistance center who batted for empathy for people migrating to the […]
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Calendar from May
–Ongoing until September 30, 2027 iRehistro Overseas Voter Registration Visit website for details: https://irehistro.comelec.gov.ph/ovf1. –Ongoing until May 29, 2026 Nominations for the 2026 Presidential Awards For Filipino Individuals and Organizations Overseas Download: https://presidentialawards.cfo.gov.ph/forms-and-guide/ –May 7 to June 4 Spring 2026 Adult Conversational Filipino, Beginner 1 (with teacher Agnes ‘Bing’ Magtoto) Tuition for the 5-week course […]
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‘A Spoonful of Sugar:’ The comedian in uncertain times
By Selen Ozturk When the world is most uncertain is precisely when jokes are most needed, and most dangerous. That power is also why comedians so often become targets of political backlash. “Humor is always a part of our culture,” said Herbert Siguenza, founding member of the performance troupe Culture Clash. Speaking during an ACoM virtual […]
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Grace Brucal brings Filipino heritage to NYFW runway
By Catherine Espejo Participating in New York Fashion Week (NYFW)—one of the world’s most prestigious fashion events—was more than just a career milestone for Grace Brucal. It was a celebration of culture, craftsmanship, and community. Brucal grew up in Matacon, Polangui, Albay, a small town in the Philippines that deeply influenced her love for fashion. […]
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Aubrey and Arnel Parreno: A family business grows in Queens
By Maricar CP Hampton In the heart of Queens, New York, an entrepreneurial couple with a shared background in military service has built a business they vow is rooted in “love for family, fashion, and community.” Meet Aubrey (née Tolentino) and Arnel Parreno, the achievers behind NYCLUXE and Gabriella Aubrey Jewelry, two thriving brands offering […]
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Nora Aunor: How she aspired for artistry
By Joel David In terms of her health issues, Nora Aunor was only revived once after her vital signs had stopped last year, ironically on the day when she was supposed to find out she’d been finally declared National Artist. This meant that she could attend the awards ceremony under the new President, whom she […]
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Carlos Conde: Philippine elections highlight political dynasties, celebrities and ‘ordinary people are embracing them’
By Marivir Montebon & Cristina DC Pastor In this episode of Women and Media, guest Carlos Conde, senior researcher of Human Rights Watch Asia, examines the political fever in the Philippines following the arrest and detention of former President Rodrigo Duterte at The Hague. Conde acknowledges the deep political loyalties of Filipinos based on ethnicity […]
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Marieta Lamar: Finding fulfillment on her own terms
By Cristina DC Pastor Marieta Lamar, the exiting president of the Pan American Concerned Citizens Action League (PACCAL), is ending her term on a high note. While modest about her accomplishments, she said her presidency followed through on the PACCAL mandate of assisting seniors, veterans and indigent Filipinos with services as envisioned by its founders […]
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Major Floren Herrera is West Point’s Nininger Award honoree for courage
By Cheryl Quinio-Blodgett In a landmark moment in military history, Philippine Army officer Maj. Floren Herrera became the first non-American to receive the prestigious Alexander R. Nininger Award for Valor at Arms from the U.S. Military Academy (USMA) at West Point. A 2013 West Point graduate, Herrera was honored for his courageous leadership during the […]