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6 Sinigang Seasoning Hacks You Need to Try
If you are a fan of either chicken wings, Hot Cheetos, Popcorn, Guacamole, White Chocolate, or Tequila, then this post is for you, everyone else can keep scrolling.
This Full Blood Filipino Athlete Might Be the NFL’s Next Big Story | Kamren Fabiculanan and Why He’s Built Different
Kamren Fabiculanan was born to Alex and Kathy Fabiculanan who both are originally from Paoay and Manila, Philippines, making Kamren Fabiculanan one of the only full Filipino athletes not only in all of professional football but in all of professional sports as a whole.
He is the University of Washington’s sixth year safety and team captain
How FilAm Actress Jessalyn Wanlim Went from Juilliard to Netflix’s No. 1 Show Running Point
Filipina actress Jessalyn Wanlim opens up about her role on Netflix’s hit series Running Point, her Filipino roots, motherhood, and breaking barriers in Hollywood. A must-read for Gen Z and millennial Filipino Americans.
THIS Year’s Top 20 Filipino baby names and their meanings. Did your name make the cut?
Filipino names are truly some of the most diverse names you’ll ever come across. Our last names alone can have Spanish influence, Chinese influence, and in some cases American influences due to the involvement of the U.S. during World War II.
The Filipino Genius Who Invented FaceTime Before Steve Jobs: Meet Gregorio Zara
One of the greatest inventors that the millennial and gen z generation has never heard of, Gregorio Zara and his innovations have stood the test of time and still remain useful in our world today.
Meet Kalani Pe‘a, The 4x Grammy-Winning Hawaiian Filipino Star Bringing Island Music to the World
“It is through Hawaiian music and poetry that we share our moʻolelo (stories). I want to leave hoʻoilina (legacies) for my family, my students, and the communities we serve through higher education, and through creating Hawaiian music.”
10 Filipino R&B Love Songs to Set the Mood This Valentine’s Day
Valentine’s Day is quickly approaching, which means it’s time to tick off all the boxes for a perfect night out. Reservations? check Flowers? check Outfit picked? check Music for the car ride??? Ok, we know you haven’t thought that far ahead—but let’s be real, the right soundtrack can totally set the mood and take you from the friendzone to the endzone.
Cue the Kilig: 10 of Our favorite FilAm inspired Valentine’s Day Cards
As January comes to a close, it’s about that time to dig into all your mental notes about your loved ones' likes / dislikes and start making preparations for the most romantic holiday of the year, Valentines Day!
Engkanto Brewery Is Proof That Filipino Craft Beer Is the Real Deal
San Miguel, Red Horse, and Engkanto, what do they all have in common? Yep, they’re some of the biggest names in Filipino beer! But wait… “Niko, Encanto is about Bruno, not breweries.” Oh, you’re in for a surprise!
Reviving Tagalog for the Next Generation: An Interview with Jeepney School’s Ate Cherry AITKEN
I’ve written about online courses, I’ve written about children's books, and now I’m writing about the best Tagalog educational channel on Youtube, now showing on a screen near you, Jeepney School.
10 Filipino Athletes Who Will Own the Paris 2024 Olympics and Make You Proud
We shed the spotlight on these ten inspiring individuals with Filipino heritage, who are not only set to compete but also to inspire a nation and fans worldwide.
8 Things to know about Kayla Padilla, Filipino sensation of the NCAAW aS she Says Goodbye to USC
The University of Southern California has made history by advancing to the NCAA Women’s Championship Tournament’s Elite Eight for the first time in thirty years. Something about this starting five has looked like a different beast, not only due to freshman phenom Juju Watkins but also senior Filipino starting point guard, Kayla Padilla.
6 Christian Filipino Musicians to set the tone for your Easter Sunday
God is good!! We wanted to bring you some music to reflect how good He is but specifically, music from some great Filipino Musicians. So today we are going to open our hearts to 6 Christian Filipino Musicians to set the tone for your Easter Sunday.
6 Filipino Streamers YOU should follow
Everything we know in the 21st century has moved “on the web” as my Lola would say. Shopping, TV Shows, and even a new breed of electronic athletes has emerged, and with it we are birthing new online streaming royalty. Whether your interest is in games, music, reality TV, even cosplaying, there is a new online personality on the rise.
Interview with Orange County Commissioner for Superior Court of California HON. Bryan Clavecilla
Kuya Bryan become the first Filipino male commissioner of Orange County. Court is in session as we sit down with Commissioner Clavecilla and how he got to where he is today.
10 Movies You Need to Know for The Manila International Film Festival in LA
The Manila International Film Festival (MIFF) is coming back to Los Angeles, California at the TCL Chinese Theaters and the Directors Guild of America, this January 29th to February 2nd. The screenings will comprise of the 10 film entries of the 2023 Metro Manila Film Festival (MMFF).
9 K-Pop Artists You Didn’t Know Were Filipino
K-Pop is bigger than ever, not only spreading its influence to the ears of its listeners but to their voices as well. We are now entering a generation of Filipino-Korean pop artists and I am glad to dive into a list of 9 K-Pop artists you didn’t know were Filipino.
6 Filipino Owned Breweries That You Should Know
No one likes warm beer, so no need to build anticipation for a good time, let’s dive into 6 Filipino Owned Breweries That You Should Know!
10 Things You Need To Know About The Tapales vs. Inoue
Tapales versus Inoue! Each fighter is putting their 2 world titles on the line, winner takes all 4 and leaving the ring as the undisputed champion of the world at the super bantamweight division.
Top 10 songs on our spotify from Filipino + Filam Artists Right NOW
Music truly brings all walks of life together whether you understand what they’re saying or not. Music is like painting in the air without a canvas, melodies and rhythms floating through the air to paint a story in your mind. Well here we have 10 pieces of art that are sure to leave a lasting impression on your ears, here are 10 new songs from Filipino Artists that you should add to your next playlist.