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Jose Planillo, RN: The vaccinator as Piano Man
By Cristina DC Pastor During his 15-minute break, a masked gentleman in scrubs walks to an upright piano to play Chopin or a Broadway song by Sondheim. Surprised patients in the Javits Center Observation Area recognize him as the man who just gave them their jabs. Smiles and applause follow Jose Planillo, RN, as he […]
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Teen author Casey Giles publishes two fiction books
Casey Giles, the only child of a Filipina immigrant and a fifth-generation Texan, has published her first novel titled, “Indifferents,” last November of 2019, followed quickly by its sequel “Indigo Fading,” which was released on December 25, 2020. She had her book launch and signing event on March 6, 2021, in Sugarland, Texas with proceeds […]
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Could Rob Bonta be California’s 1st FilAm Attorney General?
Upon confirmation by the Legislature, Rob Bonta, 48, will be the first Filipino American to occupy this position. His predecessor, Xavier Becerra was confirmed last week as secretary of Health and Human Services for the Biden administration. In 2012, when Bonta was elected to the California Assembly, he became the first FilAm state legislator in California’s […]
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Celebrating 500 Years of Christianity in the PHL
By Marilyn Abalos A great number of Filipinos worldwide commemorated a Thanksgiving Prayer Service on Monday, March 15th (March 16th Manila time). The special service was organized by Dr. Angie Cruz, founder of the Institute for Spirituality in the Workplace, with co-hosts: Friends of the Philippines Society USA, Inc. and NaFFAA-NY. Hosted by Loida Nicolas […]
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Steven Raga joins crowded field; will it lead to a seat in District 26?
By Cristina DC Pastor Steven Raga is one of nearly 20 candidates aspiring to become council member of New York City Council District 26 — encompassing the neighborhoods of Long Island City, Dutch Kills, Astoria, Sunnyside, Woodside, and Maspeth in Queens — with a population of almost 210.000. The seat is currently held by Jimmy […]
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Family bond is the heart and soul of ‘Minari’
By Wendell Gaa Amidst the disturbing rise of hate crimes against Asian Americans, it is inspiring to know that Hollywood has given due recognition to films conveying the unique perspective of the Asian American experience and the invaluable role and wonderful contributions our communities have made to the kaleidoscopic ethnic patchwork of the world’s most […]
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From one ‘kababayan’ to another: NYPD Det. Cicero Coloma reaches out to Noel Quintana
By Cristina DC Pastor A couple of weeks after Queens resident Noel Quintana was slashed across the face while riding a train, Detective Cicero Coloma of the NYC Asian Hate Crime Task Force reached out to him. Theirs was a touching story of ‘kababayan’ extending a hand of sympathy and concern to another ‘kababayan.’ “I […]
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FYLPRO announces 2021-22 board of directors
The Filipino Young Leaders Program (FYLPRO), a nonprofit organization based in the U.S., is pleased to announce its 2021-2022 Board of Directors. The announcement comes as the organization’s elected Board of Directors and Ex-Officio Director, Joanna Duarte of Ayala Foundation, Inc. strategically appointed five new directors to fulfill its commitment to build capacity and introduce […]
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Remembering: The kind of Adobo I am
Nothing I could do at 72 mph…Brapabump! By Monica Anne Bauer This Sunday morning was heavy mist, light drizzle on my way to work. Sunday morning at 5:00 on the Deegan Expressway is smooth sailing. No trucks, few cars, lots of long bends, and long gradually sloping hills. 70+ is just nice. I came over […]