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Former Philippine President Duterte is Being Tried by the ICC and Why Filipino Americans Should Care
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Former Philippine President Duterte is Being Tried by the ICC and Why Filipino Americans Should Care

Former Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte is facing an ICC investigation for crimes against humanity—but what does this mean for democracy, sovereignty, and the Philippines' global standing? For Filipino Americans, this case is more than just politics—it’s about justice, accountability, and the future of the motherland. Here’s why it matters.

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Who is Kuya Istilo? Meet The Fil-Am Fashion Enigma We Never Saw Coming
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Who is Kuya Istilo? Meet The Fil-Am Fashion Enigma We Never Saw Coming

You must be just as curious to figure out who is this man with that good hair, dripped out in all of this fashion, rocking the barong Tagalog in non-traditional ways? Or you’ve probably told yourself, “I wish I could wear that or I could never rock that outfit."

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Willem Dafoe, Platoon, and the People Power Revolution: The Hollywood-Meets-History Moment You Never Knew About
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Willem Dafoe, Platoon, and the People Power Revolution: The Hollywood-Meets-History Moment You Never Knew About

In a 2019 interview with Vanity Fair, Willem Dafoe recounted his unexpected experience during the 1986 EDSA People Power Revolution in the Philippines. "I arrived in the Philippines and my plane was the last plane in because there was a revolution,” Dafoe recalled. With production halted, he and a few others spent "three or four days... out on the streets with the people." Reflecting on the event, he described it as "an incredible feeling because it was a revolution that happened for the most part without violence."

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10 Filipino R&B Love Songs to Set the Mood This Valentine’s Day
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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.

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Hapunan: The Lo-Fi Filipino Horror Game That’s Freaking Out the Internet
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Hapunan: The Lo-Fi Filipino Horror Game That’s Freaking Out the Internet

Hapunan is the new Filipino horror game that’s creeping its way into the nightmares of Fil-Ams everywhere. With its eerie lo-fi visuals, suspenseful gameplay, and a storyline that feels too real, this indie horror hit is gaining a cult following fast. Read on to find out why players can’t stop talking about it.

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24 Filipinos Deported, With 80 More Facing Immediate Risk | What You Need to Know and Do Now
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24 Filipinos Deported, With 80 More Facing Immediate Risk | What You Need to Know and Do Now

The recent deportation of 24 Filipinos from the United States is a wake-up call for our community. While the news may feel unsettling, it’s important to approach this with a clear head. There are steps you can take to protect yourself and your loved ones, but it starts with knowing the facts.

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