Gabrielle Union Wears House of Aama SS22

October 1, 2021

Fashion

Gabrielle Union Wears ‘Look 5,’ from House of Aama’s SS22 “Salt Water” Collection. This nude. long-sleeve, mesh pencil dress features the Salt Water original tattoo print, which explores the folk water deities of the diaspora. Inspiration for House of Aama’s SS22 “Salt Water” Collection dates back to the early 1900s when Black resort communities and […]

Orders of Protection Basics

October 1, 2021

Janice Dantes

By: Janice Dantes   Recently, the body of a young woman named Gabby Petito was found in the Grand Tetons National Park. It is believed that her relationship with her fiancé Brian Laundrie involved domestic violence and her death has sparked much national debate about domestic violence. Domestic violence is not ok whether the act […]

MGM to Release Sylvester Stallone’s ‘Rocky V. Drago: The Ultimate Director’s Cut’ in Theatres Nationwide for One Night only November 11th

October 1, 2021

Balitang Artista

The most triumphant sports-drama franchise in history returns to select theaters nationwide for a one night only exclusive engagement on November 11th with Sylvester Stallone’s ROCKY V. DRAGO: THE ULTIMATE DIRECTOR’S CUT. After more than 35 years, director, writer and star Sylvester Stallone masterfully reshapes ROCKY IV, delivering 40 minutes of never-before-seen footage. The fight […]

From the Readers

October 1, 2021

From The Readers

From the American Legion Dear Editor, Someone once said, “the only thing necessary for the triumph of evil is for good men to do nothing.” Well, the founders of the American Legion took note. Actually, found in the Preamble to the Constitution of The American Legion is the clause, “to combat the autocracy of both […]

Annual Wellness Screening (Part 2)

October 1, 2021

Health Matters

By: Melody Rabor-Dizon     Annual wellness screening is an important health risk assessment that must be done yearly with your physician. This tool is intended to identify, assess, diagnose, intervene and evaluate your risk factors and create a plan of care based on your results. As the term implies, annual or yearly preventive measures […]

Happy Spooky Season

October 1, 2021

Kayla Tejero

By: Kayla Tejero   Happy October! This month welcomes fall. The weather is starting to become a bit more chilly, the leaves are starting to change colors from green to red, and our wardrobes are shifting from tank tops and shorts to big, comfy sweaters. Personally, I am so excited to engage in more fall […]

Mr. Faustino Medrano July 27, 1925 – Sept. 20, 2021

October 1, 2021

Obituaries

Mr. Faustino Medrano, 96, late of Tinley Park. Beloved son of the late Pedro and Juana (nee Rodriguez). Cherished husband of Rafaela Medrano (nee Garcia). Devoted father of the late Carlos, the late Valentin, Faustino Jr. (Feliz), The late Lourdes, Lupe (Phil) Stevens, George (Lyris) and Christina (Bobby) Leighton. Loving brother to many cherished siblings. […]

Adjusting to Retirement: Your Mind’s Impact on Your Future

October 1, 2021

Financial Topics

By: Jan Paul Ferrer   Retirement, as it’s broadly defi ned, is a goal. Most people have become comfortable with the idea that they need to save and plan for their retirement. But retirement is so much more than a fi nancial portfolio…it’s one of the biggest transitions in your life. Here are a few […]

Mikee Quintos unveils her most authentic self in debut track ‘Just Enough’

October 1, 2021

Balitang Artista

Kapuso star Mikee Quintos is all set to show the world her truest self as she releases her very first single entitled ‘Just Enough’ under the new sublabel GMA Playlist last September 24. This bubblegum pop track will definitely make the listeners feel lit as Mikee sings about her definition of love in a feel […]

FAHM planned events in 2021

October 1, 2021

Pinoy News-Balita

All times below are in (CST) Central Standard Time. Oct 2, Saturday at 8pm – Songs from Larry: A New Musical about the life and legacy of Filipino American labor leader Larry Itliong. Brava Theater presents songs from Larry: A New Musical. A FREE virtual workshop reading and panel discussion. Based on the life of […]

Social Security Announces Redesigned Statement — Now Available with a my Social Security Account

October 1, 2021

Doug Nguyen

By: Doug Nguyen   Kilolo Kijakazi, Acting Commissioner of Social Security, today introduced a new look and feel to the Social Security Statement, available online through the my Social Security portal at www. socialsecurity.gov/myaccount and by mail. The Statement is one of the most effective tools people can use to learn about their earnings and […]

Double Vaccinated Emmy Award Winner Marc Pilcher Dies of Covid

October 1, 2021

Balitang Artista

Emmy award-winning hair and makeup artist Marc Pilcher, who was recently honored for his work on the series ‘Bridgerton,” has tragically died of Covid at the relatively young age of 53, despite being ‘double vaccinated.’ Pilcher, who died on Sunday, “had tested negative on several COVID-19 tests in order to make the trip to the […]

UPAAA Presents Board of Directors for 2022-2023, Distinguished Alumni and Jubilarians at the Virtual Reunion and Convention

October 1, 2021

Press Release

This year is the biggest and most unique Grand Reunion and Convention (GRC) for the University of the Philippines Alumni Association in America (UPAAA). This event will have a virtual format and alumni from all over the world are expected to participate. This year’s theme, “ARISE: Pagbangon at Parangal,” will showcase a virtual presentation of […]

Battle of the Champions

October 1, 2021

VT Advertisers

Gervin Productions LLC In cooperation with Miriam Pantig Marcelito Pomoy Mary Ann Guinto Battle of the Champions with Guest Singer Raissa G Yabes Rane Victoria Jen Vicentilla

World War Two Veteran ‘Loved the Filipino People’

October 1, 2021

Bob Boyer

By: Bob Boyer   Every year I devote my October or November column to World War Two veterans from Northeast Wisconsin who fought in the Philippines and died in the past year. This year both months will be about recently deceased veterans. This present column will be about a dear friend of many years. I […]

RUNWAY LATINx Volunteer Registration

October 1, 2021

Fashion

RUNWAY LATINx is looking for talented and driven volunteers interested in the world of fashion and design. RUNWAY LATINx (RLx, Your Fashion Week) will showcase top Latinx designers in order to expose their artistic talents and bring exquisite fashion to the Chicago stage. Top-chefs and mixologists will also be in the spotlight. Through this RLx […]

Journalists Maria Ressa of Philippines and Dmitry Muratov of Russia awarded Nobel Peace Prize

October 1, 2021

Veronica Leighton

By: Veronica Leighton   The Nobel Peace Prize has been awarded to journalists Maria Ressa and Dmitry Muratov, for their longstanding efforts to safeguard freedom of expression in the Philippines and Russia. Ressa is the CEO of Rappler, a news outlet critical of Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte’s regime, while Muratov heads the independent Russian newspaper […]

Petronilo B. Gutierrez Dec. 6, 1947 – Sept. 19, 2021

October 1, 2021

Obituaries

Beloved youngest son of deceased parents Ricardo Gutierrez, Sr and spouse Conchita B. Gutierrez, only brother of deceased Dr. Ricardo Gutierrez, Jr. Survived by grieving family members, wife Rhodora Bacatan Gutierrez, sons Ricky Gutierrez III (Roselle dela Cruz; Mauricio Gutierrez (Nova Cruz); Victor Gutierrez (Viki Ly); and only daughter Maria Christina Gutierrez (Manuel Hernandez); and […]

T.G.I.F. (Thank God I’m Filipino) on Filipino American History Month

October 1, 2021

Editorial

October is a significant month in Filipino American history because it commemorates the first recorded presence of Filipinos in the United States. According to the Filipino American National Historical Society, Filipinos first arrived in the United States aboard a Spanish ship that landed in what is now Morro Bay, California on October 18, 1597. When […]