City of Aurora Honors Filipino Americans on History Month

November 1, 2024

Press Release

Kayla and Pressian Tejero with Dean Baron and Wife of PNAI. Kayla and Pressian with Telly Cindy and Anna. With Lynda White. Telly and Kayla with Leilani Asian Fusion Chefs. Kayla with Clayton Muhammad, organizer of the event. Kayla with Abby, owner of Leilani Asian Fusion. Veronica with Kayla, Nancy and Lou. Group photo at […]

20th year Anniversary Governor’s Night Presentation of new officers 2024 – 2025 and induction of new members

November 1, 2024

Press Release

Evelyn Francia launching of first solo single, “Open Our Hearts

November 1, 2024

About Our Cover

Born and raised in Murphy, Quezon City, Philippines, a passion for music bloomed within Evelyn O. Francia from a young age. By the age of three, she could already sing along to songs like “Hang Down Your Head, Tom Dooley” by the Kingston Trio, demonstrating a natural inclination towards performance. The high stairs of the […]

HealthCare.gov Open Enrollment is Here: Enroll in Coverage Today

November 1, 2024

Headliner News

Everyone deserves access to quality health care at an affordable price. The Health Insurance Marketplace ® Open Enrollment Period at HealthCare.gov started on November 1, 2024 and allows people to enroll in 2025 health insurance coverage that meets their needs. Enroll by December 15, 2024 for coverage starting January 1, 2025. Does HealthCare.gov offer affordable […]

Killing Me Softly

November 1, 2024

James DC

By: James DC   Anak: Tay, anong inglish ng utot? Tatay: Wind of change. Anak: Eh yung utot na mahina? Tatay: The sound of silence. Anak: Eh yung utot na may kasama? Tatay: Dust in the wind. Anak: Eh yung utot na hindi sinasadya? Tatay: Careless whisper. Anak: Eh yung utot na naipit? Tatay: Please […]

Then and Now

November 1, 2024

Then and Now

By: Faye Mendiola   Dr. Greg Tolentino President, PMAC Medical Foundation THEN: A Pepsi lover since 1950, Dr Greg Tolentino in crocheted onesie taken in Sampaloc Manila. (Photo actually saved from their burning house in 1963). NOW: Drs Greg & Melinda Tolentino when they celebrated their 45th wedding anniversary- July 1, 2018 held at Peninsula […]

Event Chairperson & Past President Adeline Fajardo with the Fajardo Clan.

November 1, 2024

Bata Korner

By: Boom Boom Cabalona, “X” Divinagracia, Christopher Miranda   No-Cost Event Offers Speakers, Workshops, and Peer Connections Celebrating and Fostering the Power of Girls and Their Future Leadership Potential     SAINT PAUL, Minn. (October 4, 2024) – The Ann Bancroft Foundation will host its first-ever Girlhood Summit 2024 on Saturday, November 2 from 8:45am-3:30pm […]

American Residential

November 1, 2024

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Thanksgiving Is A Prelude to Christmas

November 1, 2024

Publisher's Notes

By: Veronica Leighton   Thanksgiving, a prelude to Christmas, is another traditional holiday that involves families and friends for the memorable celebrations in partaking specialty treats and thankful for all the blessings. Thanksgiving is a holiday that celebrates gratitude, too. As you can learn from our editorial on Thanksgiving, same page, Thanksgiving is not only […]

Postscripts: Food Trip Ilonggo Dishes (Part 1)

November 1, 2024

Fun Baking and Cooking

By: Sarah   My hometown Iloilo City has come a long way and really changed…a lot! I don’t really care much about the modernization, about the Megaworld and the SM City. I always focus on the irresistible Ilonggo Cuisine — remembering the deliciousness of favorites I ate growing up like BATCHOY (Egg Noodle Soup with […]

Trinidad De Castro Apuli January 16, 1924 ~ October 23, 2024 (age 100)

November 1, 2024

Obituaries

Trinidad De Castro Apuli passed away peacefully surrounded by her loving family Wednesday, October 23, 2024 at the Golden Age of 100. Beloved Wife of the late Enrique Apuli. Devoted Mother of Imelda (the late Domingo) Abella, Oscar (the late Victor) Apuli, Jesus (Josefina) Apuli, Arthur (Lourdes) Apuli, Carlito (Reminita) Apuli, the late Ramon (Carol) […]

Americans React To Trump Winning the Presidency

November 1, 2024

Headliner News

At a Glance • Donald Trump won the 2024 presidential election against Kamala Harris. • Trump becomes the first former president to return to power since Grover Cleveland. • His victory speech promises to usher in a new “golden age.” • Reactions from Americans are deeply divided, with some celebrating and others unhappy. Trump’s Historic […]

Unwrapping Lumpia: Deconstructing the Filipino American Identity

November 1, 2024

Press Release

Art Exhibit from September 20 to November 8, 2024, of 38 Filipino American Artists In celebration of Filipino American Heritage Month In the Catacombs Gallery at Epiphany Center for the Arts, 201 S. Ashland Ave., Chicago, IL 60607\ Nineteen of the 38 Filipino American Artists posed for a group photo at the opening reception with […]

Real Estate Property Transfers: How to Pass Real Estate To Your Heirs

November 1, 2024

Janice Dantes

By: Janice Dantes   Real Estate is the typically single largest purchase most people make in their lifetimes. Despite this fact, many people, especially Filipinos, do not do any estate planning to effectuate a transfer to their heirs. Below are the most common ways property can be transferred at death. Joint Ownership. One way property […]

Your Guide To Healthcare And Insurance In Chicagoland: For Our Filipino Community

November 1, 2024

Health Matters

By: Melody Rabor-Dizon   Mga kababayan, alam natin na minsan nakakabigla at nakaka-overhwelm talaga ang healthcare system dito sa Amerika. Nakakalito at parang ang daming steps bago ka talaga matulungan. But don’t worry! Here’s a guide na parang kwentuhan lang—simple, friendly, at para sa ating lahat. Step 1: Explore Your Health Insurance Options. Madaming options […]

Million Reasons to be Thankful!

November 1, 2024

Kayla Tejero

By: Kayla Tejero   Happy Thanksgiving everyone! This month brings so much excitement from its first day. Of course, the first thing that comes to everyone is the anticipation of one of the most important celebrations – actually my most favorite holiday of all time – Thanksgiving. This is the time of year where the […]

Vilma Briones April 23, 1948 – October 27, 2024

November 1, 2024

Obituaries

Vilma Briones age 76. Beloved wife of Chris; loving mom of the late Justin; and J.C. (Shannon); proud Lola of Justin, Connor and Declan; dear sister of Estrella Covar, Abner (Connie) Covar, Ronald Covar, Mervin (Elsa) Covar, Sonia Covar, Arthur (Lilia) Covar and Caryl Covar; cherished sister-in-law to the Briones family; dedicated employee of Hayes […]

Philippine Nurses Association of Greater Chicago

November 1, 2024

Press Release

Allegra Banquets – October 18, 2024 Entertainers are the FAASAD dancers and PNAGC dancers for cultural presentation. PNAGC officers and board members (left – Geraldine Gaden MSN BSN RN, Jennifer Ornias BSN RN, Tina de Ocampo BSN RN, Nenita Maghanoy BSN RN CCRN, Ginalene Lopez BSNRN, Gemma Esmalla, PHD MSN RN, Cora Odes MSN BSNRN, […]

Prince Harry’s Nightmare: Trump Return

November 1, 2024

Headliner News

Prince Harry’s residency in the United States faces potential challenges following Donald Trump’s November 5, 2024 election victory as the 47th U.S. president, with questions arising about the Duke of Sussex’s immigration status and his admitted past drug use. The conservative Heritage Foundation has questioned Prince Harry’s immigration status, particularly regarding admissions in his memoir […]

AAPI Communities Commit to the Long Fight for Reproductive Justice under a Trump Presidency

November 1, 2024

Headliner News

National advocacy group condemns incoming administration’s agenda, mobilizes to defend reproductive rights and immigrant justice Washington D.C. – The National Asian Pacific American Women’s Forum (NAPAWF) stands ready to confront the challenges posed by the incoming Trump administration, whose agenda threatens reproductive rights, immigrant protections, and the well-being of communities of color. As an advocacy […]