Category: Features
Three Stars and a Sun: Filipino Heritage Shines in the NBA Playoffs
by Julian Bothamley and Dylan Bothamley The 2026 NBA playoffs have seen the emergence of three promising young players whose roots trace to the great [Read More…]
BOOK REVIEW: Born of the People
by Rose Cruz Churma “Born of the People” is the 1953 autobiography of labor leader and revolutionary Luis Taruc, who led the HUKBALAHAP (Hukbong Bayan [Read More…]
“Bebot” Social Media Trend Highlights Filipina Beauty
by Edna R. Bautista, Ed.D.The “bebots” are back! Two decades after the global hip hop/dance-pop group Black Eyed Peas (BEP) released “Bebot,” a music clip [Read More…]
Embracing Whole-Person Health
To heal is to restore a person to health.
How to Choose the Right Health Insurance Plan in Hawai‘i
Choosing a health insurance plan can feel overwhelming, but most people can start by looking at four key areas: costs, medications, doctors and specialists, and travel coverage.
Let’s Do Bayanihan Disaster Response for the Flood Survivors
Practicing bayanihan after the floods means trusting affected families and farmers to decide what they need most, while we stand beside them with solidarity, not pity.
Filipino American Autumn Durald Arkapaw Wins Oscar For Best Cinematography
Dural Arkapaw’s historic Oscar win is part of Sinners’ historic run in the awards circuit.
BOOK REVIEW: In The Company of Strangers
The author is able to capture the essence of Olongapo or any urban setting in the Philippines of the late 60s and early 70s, especially in areas affected by the insidious American presence via its military bases.
Overseas Filipinos As First Responders In Fight Against Human Trafficking
The CFO’s involvement is rooted in its mission to nurture the welfare of permanent migrants and its critical role as a member-agency of the Inter-Agency Council Against Trafficking.
Made It In New York, Making It Work In Antique
Pomperada’s return to his home province of Antique marks a significant personal milestone, but it also reflects a broader strategic pivot in the Philippines’ diaspora engagement.
