Geraldine De Leon Quipse is an accomplished entrepreneur, devoted wife, loving mother, and proud grandmother whose life reflects resilience, perseverance, and compassion. Born and raised in Manila, Philippines, she comes from a family rooted in Filipino heritage, with ties to Cabanatuan and the Bicol Region. She earned a degree in Management from Siena College, which […]

Concerned Citizen Reader Dear Veronica: It must be God’s calling that I was directed to go to Seafood City today and “STUMBLED” upon a copy of your VIATIMES where I found out about your 86th birthday. Although it has been a belated birthday greeting for you, I believe every GOOD “WISHES” and good “THOUGHTS” has […]

By: Veronica Leighton   The Philippine Consulate General’s letter addressed to me regarding the “80 for 80 Project,” was saying, ” The Philippine Consulate General in Chicago, through its Gender and Development Program, is undertaking a project called “80 for 80” to feature 80 exemplary Filipino-American women leaders in the Midwest United States, who have […]

By: Veronica Leighton   For two and a half centuries, our American Republic has stood as the crowning achievement of human history, one of the most joyous and glorious milestones of all time. This country is the home of freedom. This is the land of liberty. And this is a flag that’s the banner of […]

Mother-and-daughter team and VT family members, Kayla (VT columnist) and Mom Pressian Tejero, now both licensed R.N.’s.

Lea Agaton. Founder & Outgoing President of Chicago Health Alliance Lions Club, Lion of the Year of the Lions International District IA. Thy Nguyen. Vice President of Impact and Advocacy at Chinese American Service League. Lt. Col. Jaime B. Parent & wife Elizabeth Parent, Educator_ Families Navigating Autism. Pastor Nancy Abiera. Ministry Pastor of Point2Him […]

Fireworks have been part and parcel of U.S. Independence Day, the anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence, since its first celebration in July 1777. Fireworks on the Fourth of July symbolize the patriotic celebration of American independence, national pride, and the historic “illuminations” envisioned by founding father John Adams to celebrate the […]

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Pinoys (Filipinos) across the globe proudly celebrate the 128th Independence Day (Araw Ng Kalayaan), showcasing heritage, military parades, and national pride, such as the large Philippine Independence Day parade in New York City. Independence Day celebration includes: Official flag ceremonies, parades and cultural shows, food and festivities, patriotic decoration, and, of course, global celebrations. The […]