The Commission on Filipinos Overseas (CFO) and the Association of Fil-Am Teachers of America–Philippines Chapter, Inc. (AFTA-PCI) are looking to expand their partnership to support literacy, teacher development, and educational opportunities for Filipino learners in the Philippines and abroad. During a courtesy visit to the CFO, AFTA-PCI officials shared plans to broaden their teacher-training and student-support programs following the successful 2026 Balik-Turo Caravan held

A total of 868 Filipino nurses preparing to work in the United States participated in a series of special pre-departure seminars organized by the Migrant Workers Office of the Philippine Embassy in 2026. The Migrant Workers Office concluded its Special Pre-Departure Orientation Seminar (SPDOS) series on September 15, with 187 Filipino nurses bound for U.S. healthcare jobs joining the final virtual session of the year. The March 17 seminar drew 418 participants, while 263 nurs

Filipino-Canadian political representation is taking center stage in several Canadian cities as candidates seek seats on city councils and school boards in the 2026 municipal elections, including races in British Columbia and Ontario. In Surrey, British Columbia, at least three Filipino-Canadian candidates are seeking seats on City Council: Noemi Victorino, Narima Dela Cruz and Dan B. Carlos. All three appear on Surrey’s official list of council candidates for the October 17

Filipino tennis sensation Alex Eala is taking her US Open momentum from the court to the fashion capital of the world, making a high-profile appearance at New York Fashion Week just as international attention surrounding the young star continues to grow. Eala attended the prestigious Tory Burch fashion show, adding a major fashion moment to what has already been a breakthrough period for the rising Filipino athlete. But behind the cameras and fashion headlines was a personal

Police have identified a suspect in the killing of an American national and his Filipina wife inside their home in Barangay Bajumpandan, Dumaguete City, marking a major development in the investigation. Capt. Stephen Polinar, spokesperson for the Negros Oriental Police Provincial Office, said the couple’s household helper positively identified the suspect from photographs in a police rogue’s gallery. According to Polinar, the helper identified the man as the same individual w

American rising star Iva Jovic ended Alexandra “Alex” Eala’s US Open campaign after surviving a dramatic three-set battle, 7-5, 3-6, 7-5, under the lights at Arthur Ashe Stadium. The highly anticipated third-round showdown lived up to the hype as the two friends traded momentum before Jovic pulled off a late comeback to reach the fourth round. Eala refused to go quietly after dropping the opening set, storming back to take the second, 6-3, and force a deciding set. The Filipi

NEW YORK - The highly anticipated US Open showdown between Filipino tennis star Alexandra “Alex” Eala and American rising star Iva Jovic will be played on the sport’s biggest stage Arthur Ashe Stadium on Saturday, September 5. The third-round match had been expected to draw another huge crowd following the massive fan support surrounding Eala at Flushing Meadows. Arthur Ashe Stadium, which seats more than 23,000 spectators, is the largest tennis stadium in the world. The move

A growing debate over court assignments at the 2026 US Open has sparked outrage among tennis fans, with questions being raised about whether popularity and commercial appeal are beginning to influence who receives the tournament’s biggest stages. At the center of the controversy is rising Filipina star Alexandra “Alex” Eala, who was scheduled to play on the major stage of Louis Armstrong Stadium, while World No. 2 Elena Rybakina, a Grand Slam champion and one of the leading c

NEW YORK - Filipino American tennis player Andre Ilagan is getting his shot at the US Open after receiving a wild card into the men’s qualifying tournament following the strongest stretch of his professional career. The 25-year-old Honolulu native, whose parents immigrated to Hawaii from the Philippines, will compete at the USTA Billie Jean King National Tennis Center in Flushing, Queens, as he attempts to earn a place in the main draw of one of tennis’ four Grand Slam tourna

A Filipina who spent three months in immigration detention despite holding a green card has become a naturalized U.S. citizen, marking a dramatic turn in an immigration case that drew attention in Washington state. Lewelyn Dixon, 66, known to family and friends as “Aunty Lynn,” took the oath of allegiance in July after living in the United States for more than five decades. Originally from the Philippines, Dixon came to the United States when she was 14 and has worked as a la

The leadership fallout within the Knights of Rizal’s Eastern USA Region has widened, with Sir Vicente Gesmundo, KCR, the younger brother of Philippine Chief Justice Alexander G. Gesmundo, and Sir Mariano F. Aquino Jr., KGOR, LM, resigning from their regional posts following the controversy that earlier triggered the resignation of Eastern USA Regional Commander Dr. Emmanuel Malasig. Gesmundo resigned as Eastern USA Regional Deputy Pursuivant, while Aquino stepped down, effect

NEW YORK - A leadership dispute inside the Knights of Rizal has escalated following the resignation of Eastern USA Regional Commander Dr. Emmanuel Malasig, who alleges that his digital signature was used without authorization in connection with a controversial promotion recommendation. Malasig, MD, KGOR, LM, resigned from his leadership post while remaining a member of the Order, saying he could no longer effectively exercise the authority of his office after what he describe

Catarman Doctors Hospital, Inc. (CDHI) continues to strengthen its role as a trusted private healthcare provider in Northern Samar, delivering accessible medical services while investing in technology, facilities, and professional healthcare personnel to better serve patients and families in Catarman and nearby communities. Located along Diversion Road 2 in Barangay Bangkerohan, Catarman, CDHI is a 41-bed, PhilHealth-accredited Level 1 General Hospital offering a broad range

Rising tennis star Alexandra “Alex” Eala is rapidly proving that she is more than just a promising athlete, she is becoming one of the sport’s most marketable superstars and a true box office draw. With her recent performances, Eala has demonstrated an extraordinary ability to attract fans, fill stadiums, and generate excitement wherever she competes. Watching Alex Eala’s rise in the international tennis scene, it is clear that she embodies what marketers and organizers call

MANILA, Philippines - Century Tuna Superbods is entering a bold new chapter as the country’s premier fitness competition celebrates its 20th anniversary with a renewed mission to promote holistic wellness, inclusivity and purpose-driven transformation. Dubbed the “Superbod Era,” this year’s competition moves beyond celebrating physical appearance by highlighting the personal stories, mental strength, discipline and health advocacies behind every fit body. Hundreds of hopefuls

ANYBODY can win the Mubadala DC Open, a tennis tournament, which, in terms of prestige, sits below the four Grand Slam tournaments: Wimbledon, The US Open, The French Open, The Australian Open. But not all tennis players in the world can beat truly four world class Women’s Tennis Association (WTA) behemoths en route to capturing the Mubadala DC Open, recognized as the only combined ATP 500 and WTA 500 joint event globally, held annually at the William H.G. FitzGerald Tennis C

UAAP basketball player and model Aaron Beau Davis of Albay has been chosen to represent the Philippines at the Mister World 2026 pageant, which will be held later this year. Davis bested 17 other candidates from across the Philippines and Filipino communities abroad during the national competition held at the Newport Performing Arts Theater on August 2. Despite inclement weather, families, friends and pageant enthusiasts flocked to the venue to support the contestants. Sean K

US Open Tennis Championships Photo via Facebook NEW YORK - What initially appeared to be another frustrating weather interruption may have become the turning point Alex Eala needed in the biggest match of her career. Eala struggled to find her best rhythm during the opening stages of the Mubadala DC Open women’s singles final against top-seeded American Jessica Pegula on Sunday. Pegula controlled the important points and captured the first set, 6-4. The match had already star

NEW YORK - The Association of Fil-Am Teachers of America (AFTA), recognized as the oldest Filipino American teachers’ organization in the United States, played a leading role in teaching Filipino language, history and culture to young Filipino Americans through the Paaralan sa Konsulado summer program. Organized in partnership with the Philippine Consulate General in New York, the program offered educational and cultural activities designed to strengthen students’ connection

The Philippines is aiming for a double triumph on the international pageant stage as Katrina Llegado and Felipe Marasigan officially depart for Poland to represent the country at the Miss and Mister Supranational 2026competitions. Llegado is seeking to bring home the Philippines' second Miss Supranational crown, following Mutya Datul's historic victory in 2013. She is also the final titleholder from the Miss Philippines 2025 batch to compete internationally, marking the culmi