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Maria Lourdes Sulit | Facebook In the span of just two days, Maria Lourdes Sulit experienced the worst tragedy and one of the proudest moments of her life. On June 4, her husband, Marvin, died from a brain hematoma after the family was reportedly unable to secure the funds needed for a life-saving operation. The following day, their daughter graduated from college. "I do not know whether to smile because of her achievement or cry because of the devastating loss of her father,

Woodside, NY - A festive atmosphere filled Woodside on June 13 as community leaders, diplomats, and residents gathered for the formal opening of Little Manila Park, the first Filipino-themed park in New York City. The small parcel of land on 70th Street, once an unused and neglected space, has been transformed into a community landmark honoring the contributions of Filipino nurses, caregivers, and the spirit of bayanihan. The project was spearheaded by Architect Noel Gamboa a

A Filipino-born naturalized U.S. citizen is among 17 individuals targeted in a series of lawsuits filed by the Trump administration seeking to revoke citizenship from people accused of obtaining naturalization through fraud, misrepresentation, or concealment of material facts. The U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) and the U.S. Attorney's Office for the District of Maryland last week filed a civil denaturalization complaint against Jheromell Obejera Arcilla, 39, a native of the

Members of the U.S. House of Representatives have introduced a resolution recognizing the 120th anniversary of Filipino immigration to Hawaiʻi and honoring the enduring legacy of the pioneering Filipino plantation workers known as the Sakadas. House Resolution 1330, introduced on May 29, 2026, commemorates the arrival of the first 15 Filipino laborers to Hawaiʻi in 1906. Their journey marked the beginning of sustained Filipino immigration to the United States and laid the fou

Dr. Marivir Montebon Photo New York - Chef Anton Dayrit transported us all close to the Philippines, gastronomically that is, with a sumptuous array of Filipino coconut-infused dishes, in celebration of the 128th Philippine Independence Day here in the Big Apple. While anticipating the third game of the New York Knicks (who won by a miraculously perfect one point) that evening on June 10, we enjoyed a fine dining experience with coconut-centered cuisine. It was tendered by

The Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) is warning the public about an emerging hospice fraud scheme that targets vulnerable Medicare beneficiaries, including individuals who do not require hospice care. According to the FBI, scammers are fraudulently enrolling Medicare recipients in hospice programs for services they do not need, services that are never provided, or, in some cases, without the patient's knowledge or consent. Authorities said some fraudulent operators use a

A Filipino national convicted of committing a sex crime against a child has been sentenced to eight years in state prison and is expected to face deportation proceedings after completing his sentence. Victor Vincent Asuncion, 40, a native of the Philippines, was sentenced on April 3 after pleading guilty to a forcible lewd act upon a child, according to court records. Authorities said Asuncion was arrested by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) in San Francisco and

A 49-year-old former teacher sensationally landed behind bars after pleading guilty to sexually abusing students in his own classroom. Francisco Misajon, a Philippines native, was handed a two-to-five-year prison term by District Judge Mary Kay Holthus. He admitted to two counts of sexual conduct between a school employee and a student, each tied to a different child. Court records reveal Misajon’s shocking abuse of trust at Innovations International Charter School in central

The Maui Police Department is seeking the public’s assistance in locating a 15-year-old girl who was reported missing after leaving her residence in Kahului on Tuesday evening. According to police, Skylee Merino was reported missing by a concerned family member on June 9, 2026. Authorities said she left her home at approximately 7:30 p.m. carrying a black carry-on-sized suitcase and a black backpack featuring an “open mouth shark” design. Police noted that Merino does not hav

The United Nations in the Philippines on Monday pledged its support for communities devastated by the powerful magnitude 7.8 earthquake that struck Mindanao, saying it is working closely with government authorities and humanitarian partners to assess the full extent of the disaster and coordinate recovery efforts. In a statement, the U.N. expressed solidarity with victims and families affected by the earthquake, which caused widespread destruction to homes, buildings, and cri

New York, NY - The Philippine Independence Day Council, Inc. (PIDCI) proudly commemorates the 128th in Anniversary of Philippine Independence with what is recognized as the largest Philippine Independence Day celebration outside the Philippines on June 7th 2026. This year’s festivities officially kicked off with a vibrant Meet and Greet event featuring distinguished guest celebrities and delegates from the Philippines, all united in promoting Philippine tourism and cultural p

A Filipino-American convicted in a massive $34 million fraud scheme is now being hunted by the FBI after allegedly disappearing during a court-approved trip to the Philippines. Federal authorities say Michael Lizaso Marasigan, 48, a dual U.S.-Philippine citizen, failed to return to Guam after being allowed to travel overseas while awaiting further court proceedings. The FBI has placed Marasigan on its fugitive list and is seeking information on his whereabouts. According to p

New York - Mississippi pharmacist and Filipino American entrepreneur Ruth Avegail Capapas has earned international recognition after her innovative personal care product was named a winner at the 2026 Green Product Awards in Berlin, Germany. Capapas' invention, Bebot Simple Soap, was selected as one of only 36 winners from more than 1,200 entries submitted from 54 countries, placing the Mississippi-based product among the world's leading sustainable innovations. The Green Pro

A Filipina living on Maui is facing federal charges after authorities accused her of voting in two U.S. federal elections despite allegedly knowing that she was not an American citizen. Federal prosecutors announced that Remedios Alasaas, 66, of Kahului, Maui, was charged by Information on June 1 with unlawfully voting as an alien. According to court records, Alasaas entered the United States in or around 2014 on an immigrant visa and registered to vote shortly thereafter. Pr

QUEENS, N.Y. - The race for New York's 12th State Senate District is intensifying as Assemblymember Steven Raga and community organizer Aber Kawas showcase competing visions for Queens voters ahead of the June 23 Democratic primary. Raga recently secured endorsements from seven major labor unions, including the New York State AFL-CIO, District Council 37, New York State United Teachers, and the New York State Nurses Association, further strengthening his position as the labor

New York - Celebrating a milestone in the victorious month of May is 2nd Lieutenant Mi-ae Hope Clemente Nkulu who graduated from the United States Military Academy at West Point, NY on May 23, 2026. Nkulu is the first female of Filipino-Congolese American to become a West Pointer. This historic achievement serves as an inspiration to her family, her community, and future generations of leaders. She is the youngest of three daughters of Rhia and Noel Nkulu of Arizona. She stan

International travelers may soon have to pay an additional ₱480 on round-trip flights under a proposal by the Bureau of Immigration (BI) aimed at strengthening and modernizing the country's border security system. Under the proposed scheme, international passengers would be charged $4, or approximately ₱240, upon departure from the Philippines and another $4 upon arrival, bringing the total additional cost to about ₱480 for a round-trip journey. The proposed fee will help fun

A visa consultancy firm accused of illegally recruiting Filipinos for caregiver jobs in the United States has been shut down by the Department of Migrant Workers (DMW), with its officers and employees now facing possible illegal recruitment charges. The DMW ordered the closure of State 101 Travel Visa Consultancy after authorities discovered that the company was allegedly offering caregiving jobs in the U.S. and encouraging applicants to enter the country using tourist visas.

A Filipino national who federal authorities said orchestrated a large-scale visa fraud operation has been sentenced to 18 months in prison after hundreds of fraudulent work permit applications led to the unlawful issuance of employment documents for undocumented foreign nationals. Venerando Aquino Martin, 56, was sentenced on May 27 by the United States District Court for the Northern Mariana Islands after being convicted of visa fraud against the United States. Prosecutors s

A 59-year-old American fugitive wanted for child molestation charges in the United States was arrested by operatives of the Bureau of Immigration (BI) in Pangasinan as part of the government’s intensified #ShieldKids campaign against foreign sex offenders. Immigration Commissioner Joel Anthony Viado identified the fugitive as Matthew Cole Calhoun, a U.S. citizen who was apprehended by members of the BI Fugitive Search Unit (FSU) during an operation conducted on the evening of

The Department of Homeland Security announced a sweeping crackdown on alleged asylum fraud, warning that immigration attorneys who file false claims for illegal migrants could now face tougher enforcement actions from U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement. Under a new DHS directive, ICE attorneys are being granted expanded authority to pursue violations of federal document fraud laws, including possible penalties against lawyers accused of submitting fraudulent asylum appl

NEW YORK — Several Filipino military officers and cadets brought pride to the Philippines after earning honors and completing training in prestigious military institutions in the United States. Three Philippine Army officers received top distinctions after completing the Public Affairs Course for International Students 010-2026 conducted by the U.S. Department of Defense at the Defense Information School in Fort George G. Meade, Maryland. The international training program wa

NEW YORK - Thousands of faithful devotees gathered at St. Patrick's Cathedral on Fifth Avenue in Manhattan in prayer and thanksgiving to commemorate the Centennial Anniversary of the Canonical Coronation of Our Lady of the Rosary of Manaoag. The sacred celebration marked 100 years of deep Marian devotion, unwavering faith, and countless testimonies of grace associated with the beloved image of Our Lady of Manaoag, one of the most venerated Marian icons in the Philippines. Dev

OFFICE OF PROSECUTING ATTORNEY A 43-year-old Filipino man in Hawaii is facing multiple criminal charges following an alleged armed standoff with police in Captain Cook, Hawai‘i. According to Prosecuting Attorney Kelden Waltjen, Earl-Lewis Camacho was arrested after the incident on May 19, 2026 at a residence along Mamalahoa Highway. Authorities said officers recovered three rifles a Winchester .22 Magnum rifle, a Marlin Firearms Co. .22 caliber rifle, and a Stevens Model 325-