Federation of Philippine American Chambers of Commerce (FPACC) Marks 30 Years of Empowering Filipino American Businesses and Communities Globally Three Decades of Leadership, Collaboration, and Economic Impact to be Celebrated November 20–21, 2026, in Durham, North Carolina The Federation of Philippine American Chambers of Commerce (FPACC) proudly announces the celebration of its 30th Anniversary, a […]
By: Jan Paul C. Ferrer When you invest in a mutual fund or exchange traded fund (ETF), you’ll get information about the particular fund’s investment strategy or style. An investment strategy is simply a set of guiding principles a fund manager uses to choose the particular stock or bonds in which they’ll invest. Two […]
By: Shahzaib (Shazz) Shakeel The Social Security Administration (SSA) celebrates the 70th anniversary of the Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) program, marking the agency’s commitment to supporting Americans with disabilities. SSDI was enacted on August 1, 1956, when President Dwight D. Eisenhower signed the Social Security Amendments of 1956. Since then, SSDI has become […]
By: Veronica Leighton Chicago’s super-active Fil-Am community has shown its acts of diligence, ingenuities, and performances for the combined months of July and August, with remaining June stories addenda. As can be glimpsed from the photos we are featuring here, they are from the Philippine Independence gala celebration in June, May and June birthday […]
By: Melody Rabor-Dizon Auring is 78, takes four heart medications, and keeps a landline because “what if there is an emergency and the cell phone is charging.” Last month she mentioned that she had already talked to the nurse that week. Lovely girl, she said. Very patient. Never interrupted her once. I checked our […]
Thank you from VT Cover Boy June 2026 Issue I’m honored to have my journey featured by VIA Times. Our campaign is about restoring opportunity, making Illinois more affordable, supporting law enforcement, improving education, and bringing honest, accountable leadership back to Springfield. Thank you to everyone who has supported our campaign. This movement is growing […]
By: Boom Boom Cabalona, Kenzo Pascual Wildoer, Christopher Miranda Ten-year-old Filipina golf prodigy, Kamilla Edrianna Guerrero del Mundo, has added another historic achievement to Philippine sports after winning the Girls’ 10 division at the 2026 U.S. Kids Golf World Championship in Pinehurst, North Carolina. Del Mundo finished with an impressive 17-under-par performance to capture […]
By: Maria Girlie Pascual Lovely couple Janet and Jerry Masangcay hosted a Hawaiian-themed luau with a pig roast and a fire dancer in the beautiful garden of their newly- bought and remodeled home in the heart of Arlington Heights, IL. The stunning garden was transformed into a tropical paradise with fresh blooms, a Tiki […]
J-Force Dance Crew “Conga” performers at the Sayawit At Disenyo event of Chicago GLobal Lions Club held last July 25, 2026 at Holiday Inn Chicago-Skokie. From L to R – Dr. Maelen Pantano, Lallie Rellora, Cristy Pilar, Kennette Mendoza, Jackie Mertes, Jane Miran, Ricamae Cagas, Flora Palaia, and Elaine Asbury. J-Force Dance Crew with Jane […]
By: James DC Y’all I took my kids out yesterday and spent a little over $1,000 between their hair, nails, Thrillz, and dinner. While we were out, the guy I’ve been dating for about a month called and asked where I was. When I told him, he said he was only 10 minutes away […]
By: Lourdes G. Mon Our subject this issue is an impeccable Filipino pride in US military history. Now employed in private practice, as Director of Strategic Development for the VIPSAM Group at L3Harris Technologies, he retired as the 16th Presidential Pilot for Air Force in the United States. Every Filipino can be proud of […]
A group of alumni from the University of the Philippines Los Banos Class 1971 (UPLB Class ’71) had initiated a fundraising effort to contribute to the UP Alumni Association in America (UPAAA). When this money is ready to draw its interest, the group intends to fund scholarships, thesis support and student health services in UP. […]
By: Nancy Abiera Shame grows in secrecy and silence hiding in darkness. “We are all meant to shine, as children do… And as we let our own light shine, we unconsciously give other people permission to do the same.” — Marianne Williamson Jesus said: “You are the light of the world. A town built […]
By: Faye Mendiola Dr. Manuel Malicay Immediate Past President of the Philippine Medical Association in Chicago (PMAC) THEN: Taken during his induction as Fellow American College of Physicians with spouse Dr. Lourdes Malicay on January 20, 1998 in Philadelphia, PA. NOW: Dr. Manuel Malicay as Chairman of the Board FEUDNRSMAF; photo taken on July […]
By: Ryan Tejero Dely Villalon’s leadership in the Auxiliary of Philippine Medical Association of Chicago (PMAC) left a bounty of legacies. She has made lasting contributions and positive impacts to many people, including the members of the organization and the many community members PMAC Auxiliary had served both here in Chicago and back home […]
Fil-Am candidate for IL gubernatorial election 2026. He served as the keynote speaker at the recent gala celebration of the Philippine Independence Week Committee (PIWC) 2026.
A Leader Who Serves. A Leader Who Unites. A Leader Who Leads with Heart. “Serbisyong Totoo. Pusong Pilipino. Bayanihang Walang Iwanan.” “Hindi Lang Titulo… Tapat na Paglilingkod.” What makes Robert different is not simply what he has accomplished. It is how he accomplishes it. He builds people instead of promoting himself. He builds trust instead […]
August is officially recognized as National Wellness Month, a dedicated time to focus on self-care, manage stress, and build healthy daily habits. What is wellness? Wellness really means an active, conscious process of making choices and lifestyle habits that lead toward your full potential in holistic health, going far beyond just the absence of disease. […]
By: Edward Cortez Caleb was one of the 12 spies sent by Moses to spy the land that was promised by God to the Israelites. He and Joshua brought back good reports and urged their people to attack and take possession of the land. But the 10 other spies brought discouraging reports that caused […]
