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For some FilAms, July 4 is independence day for both the U.S. and the Philippines
By Ludy Astraquillo Ongkeko, Ph.D. Patriotic displays abound in anticipation of the 4th of July, replete with the colors of red, white and blue. That vibrancy is carried proudly as the American flag, its stars and stripes forever, remind the American people that their most highly-sought federal holiday is indeed at hand and palpably so. […]
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Friends remember Robert Martirez as karaoke fan; NYPD urges witnesses to come forward
By Cristina DC Pastor Four days before he was killed in what appeared to be an unprovoked attack, Robert Martirez, 56, was chilling at a friend’s house and singing karaoke. “Walang bisyo, he just loved to sing,” said a friend from Woodside, Efren de Leon. “His favorite song is ‘Wonderful Tonight.’” Efren remembered meeting Robert […]
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Mindanao, the epic land of promise…and horses
The ceremony began with the ringing of the gong, followed by a spectacle of colorful ceremonial dances from the southern island of Mindanao. The exhibit called Mindanao: Land of Treasures opened June 18 at the Philippine Center on Fifth Avenue, transforming the Gallery Lobby into one moving tableau of color, music and Muslim pageantry. Consul […]
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Designer bag mom ventures into travel marketing
By Cristina DC Pastor Ever wondered what that “You Should Be Here” blue sign that is going viral all about? It’s all over social media and if you’re a friend of Jessy Daing-Musbeh, it’s all over her wall as well. Jessy is the first to introduce this travel concept in the Filipino American community. And […]
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Australian-born Yasmin Newman publishes book on Filipino cuisine, culture
Despite the Philippines’ location right in the middle of Southeast Asia, most people know very little about the country and even less about its cuisine. For Filipinos, food is more than sustenance; it is their cultural language. Filipinos use food to apologize, woo a woman, ask a favor, or say thank you; it fills in […]
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$2K reward offered; consul says attack on Robert Martirez may not be about race
By Cristina D.C. Pastor A $2K reward is being offered by the family of limo driver Robert Martirez, 56, who died June 24 or two days after he was attacked blocks away from his Elmhurst home. Some members of the Filipino American community also contributed to the reward fund. This was disclosed by Consul Felipe […]
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TOFA-NY at 4: The year’s best, brightest and boldest
By Cristina DC Pastor New York’s Commissioner for Small Business Services Maria Torres-Springer, bestselling author Gina Apostol, and transgender model-turned-activist Geena Rocero are among the 40 nominees to this year’s search for The Outstanding Filipino Americans in New York (TOFA-NY). Now on its fourth year, TOFA-NY was created to give recognition to organizations and individuals […]
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A National Artist we deserve
By Joel David Of whether Nora Cabaltera Villamayor, legally a senior citizen of the Philippines and permanent resident of the U.S., is an accomplished artist there can be no doubt. One might inspect the record of her multimedia accomplishments – as recording artist, television performer, stage actress, concert act, and film producer and thespian – […]
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WHERE I LIVE: Home is Cranford, N.J. with its excellent schools, small-town vibe, and abundant sidewalks
By Jen Furer Another school year has ended. As I was seated in the auditorium of Hillside Avenue School for my youngest child’s Seventh Grade Awards ceremonies, I couldn’t help reflect on how blessed I am to be living in Cranford, New Jersey. This is my 19th year in this town, and Josh would be […]
