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6 Filipino CHRISTMAS TRENDS YOU SHOULD START ON THIS MONTH 
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6 Filipino CHRISTMAS TRENDS YOU SHOULD START ON THIS MONTH 

Would you think I was joking if I said, "Christmas is celebrated in the Philippines 4 months out of the year? And if the month ends in -ber, then it’s Christmas already!”.. Hilarious right? let’s unwrap this gift of Filipino Christmas with the 6 Biggest Christmas Filipino trends that you needed to do yesterday!

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10 Things you Probably didn't know about Filipino American History Month
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10 Things you Probably didn't know about Filipino American History Month

October is our month to wear our Filipinana’s, sing karaoke, and dance to celebrate our history as Filipinos. Our celebration of Filipino American History Month is deeper than just a generalized month to celebrate being brown, so let’s get into the core of October with 10 things you didn’t know about Filipino American History Month.

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6 Nursing Tik Toks You Need to Follow STAT!
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6 Nursing Tik Toks You Need to Follow STAT!

It’s no secret that nurses are the #1 export from the Philippines. Regardless of your connection to nursing, a few nursing pages on Tik Tok have been gaining a following through humor, information, or both, and you should follow them too! So let’s take a look at the heartbeat of nursing Tik Tok with 6 Nursing Tik Toks You Need to Follow ASAP.  

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Nostalgia Alert: The Top 10 90s Trends Making a Stylish Comeback
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Nostalgia Alert: The Top 10 90s Trends Making a Stylish Comeback

Growing up in the 90’s was a real vibe and you just had to be there, ask anyone. USA basketball was at a high, hip hop was spreading like wildfire, and every TGIF around the television was an event in itself, it was what all feel good movies highlighted at the beginning of each film. Dust off the Jordan 1s as we 2 step our way into Our Favorite Top 10 90’s Trends That are Cool Again.

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10 things to know about Rechie Valdez | FIRST Filipino-Canadian WOMAN to Serve Cabinet in Canada
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10 things to know about Rechie Valdez | FIRST Filipino-Canadian WOMAN to Serve Cabinet in Canada

We are so proud of Rechie Valdez, such a huge, significant milestone for Filipinas, taking on the role of Minister of Small Business in Prime Minister Justin Trudeau’s new Cabinet. Valdez has always been a huge advocate for her Filipino heritage, so much in fact that before reciting her oath, it was noted by the Rappler that she uttered “Mabuhay.”

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Learning Tagalog Made Easy with Joi Barrios-LeBlanc
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Learning Tagalog Made Easy with Joi Barrios-LeBlanc

If you’re like me, you’ve always wanted to learn how to speak the native tongue of the Philippines, Tagalog, but you didn’t know where to start. Lucky for us, University of California, Berkeley professor Joi Barrios has written a book for beginners to easily learn and understand Tagalog, the exact language that is spoken in Manila today.

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The Wait is Over: AJ Rafael returns to the stage with 'The Take Me Back Tour'
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The Wait is Over: AJ Rafael returns to the stage with 'The Take Me Back Tour'

in this era of ever-evolving music, as we find ourselves yearning for the golden years, a beacon of nostalgia emerges—none other than AJ Rafael. Brace yourself for the journey down memory lane you’ve been waiting for as he takes the stage once again with his long-awaited North American tour, 'The Take Me Back Tour,' breaking a 9-year hiatus.

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What to know about Philippines National Team at the FIFA Women's World Cup in New Zealand
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What to know about Philippines National Team at the FIFA Women's World Cup in New Zealand

I love our country and how the Philippines has been knocking on doors and making their way onto the champions podium, showcasing untapped talent that the world isn’t ready for. Yet again, we are back with another huge milestone, the debut of the Manila Sun on the soccer world stage, the 2023 FIFA Women’s World Cup.

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10 Things to Know About MIAMI HEAT HEAD Coach Erik Spoelstra 
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10 Things to Know About MIAMI HEAT HEAD Coach Erik Spoelstra 

Did you know, Miami Heat head coach, Erik Spolestra, traces his roots to the Philippines from his mother Elisa, a native from San Pablo, Laguna? I know we could never cut ties with our home teams but knowing that a Pinoy is leading the Miami Heat brings joy and pride to my heart, so let’s get to know Erik Spoelstra a little better with 10 facts about one of the most talented coaches in the league. 

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The Art of Glowing Up | Interview with Things We Do CEO Vanessa Lee, RN
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The Art of Glowing Up | Interview with Things We Do CEO Vanessa Lee, RN

Today we got to sit down and talk with the highly respected medical aesthetic provider and CEO of the famous beauty concept bar, Things We Do, Vanessa Lee. But before we dive into what Vanessa has been up to as of recent, let’s give a short backstory of how she began her rise to success. As early as the age of 12, Vanessa had her head in Cosmopolitan magazines, learning all the latest tricks for skin and beauty, and even preparing face masks at sleepovers for her closest friends.

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