By: Jan Paul C. Ferrer   When the market is volatile, almost everyone thinks about their financial future and the potential impact such fluctuations may have on their retirement accounts. However, it is during these turbulent times that it’s important to remember certain basic, time-tested principles of investing. Continue Contributions It may not seem intuitive, […]

By: Boom Boom Cabalona, Kenzo Pascual Wildoer, Christopher Miranda   From a farming family in Maguindanao del Norte to graduating cum laude at Yale University, Nathan Wayne Ariston proves that determination and hard work can open doors to extraordinary opportunities. The proud Teduray achiever also hopes to use his expertise in STEM to give back […]

By: Veronica Leighton   Philippine Consul General Melanie Rita B. Diano and her staff held a reception for the occasion of the 128th anniversary of the Philippine Independence and the 80th anniversary of the establishment of the Philippines-United States Diplomatic Relations. In attendance were Filipino community leaders from Chicago and other Midwestern states and some […]

By: Ryan Tejero   Founded in 1984, the University of the Philippines Alumni Association of Michigan (UPAAM) was formed by alumni residing in Michigan to preserve their connection to their alma mater and build a strong network of fellow graduates in the state. Its mission was to uphold the University of the Philippines’ (UP) proud […]

By: Nancy Abiera   “Consider it pure joy, my brothers and sisters, whenever you face trials of many kinds, because you know that the testing of your faith produces perseverance. Let perseverance finish its work so that you may be mature and complete, not lacking anything. If any of you lacks wisdom, you should ask […]

By: Maria Girlie Pascual   Stress is a killer. Everyone knows it, but it is hard to control especially when life happens. In my case, I learned about the American invasion of Iran two weeks after I just came back from a two-month winter break in Manila. But, what a terrible feeling that was. Are […]

By: Faye Mendiola   Ginalene Lopez Past President of Philippine Nurses Association of Greater Chicago Former Chicago Filipino Asian American Hall of Fame of Via Times/CPRTV THEN: A baby born with lots of charm in her eyes. NOW: Mrs. Philippines PIWC 2015 and multi-awarded community leader in Chicagoland.   Nenita (Nenen) Maghanoy from Mandaue City, […]

By: Lourdes G. Mon   I was under the weather, so unfortunately, Francis and I were not able to attend Veronica’s birthday party. Following was supposed to be my message. “Hi Veronica. Years ago, you had Via Times advertisers who were selling properties in Florida, and you said to me, ‘Lourdes, buy a lot in […]

By: Janice Dantes   Being served with legal papers can feel overwhelming, stressful, and even intimidating. Whether the documents involve a divorce, custody matter, lawsuit, restraining order, or another legal issue, it’s important to remember that being “served” does not automatically mean you have lost your case. It simply means that a legal action has […]

By: Melody Rabor-Dizon   Last week, I took a quick trip to Destin with our lovable birthday girl, the ever gorgeous Tita V and Pastor Nancy Abiera. Nothing elaborate. No grand itinerary. No life-changing agenda. Just a few days away. And yet — somewhere between the white sand, the slower mornings, the sound of water, […]

By: Sarah   Kapatid, turuan mo ‘kong magbake ng Chiffon Cake, Moist Chocolate Cake and Cheesecake.” That was one big assignment from new coffee shop owner Jheune, It was one daunting task but of course, conquerable. I’ve done these cakes many times and breaking the challenge down into easy, stress-free (without getting overwhelmed) steps is […]

By: Shahzaib (Shazz) Shakeel   Olivia and Liam were America’s most popular baby names for 2025 – the seventh consecutive year both names have held the top spot. The baby names are drawn from Social Security card applications submitted at birth, making SSA the nation’s authoritative source for baby naming trends. Last year, America’s most […]

By: Nirmla Johnson   June is here, and with it comes the vibrant celebration of Philippine Independence Month in Chicagoland! It’s a time when our community truly comes alive, showcasing the rich tapestry of our culture, from parades to pageants, and of course, the grand Philippine Independence Week Gala. Ah, the Gala! More than just […]

By: Kyla Tejero   My birthday month is here! Happy June! Finally we are in the lovely season of summer. It’s so refreshing to have long, sunny, and warm days. I love waking up to the sun rising and still seeing the sun when I look out for work in the evening. Feeling the warm […]

By: James DC   3 Communists walk into a bar, one orders a $15 mixed drink, one a $10 Martini, and the other a $6 beer. When the bill comes, based on their mantra, they are forced to split the bill equally. Next week, the three, once again, return to the bar, but this time, […]