Asian Journal

Asian Journal The Filipino Community Newspaper since 1991. LA. OC. SF. SD. LV. NY. NJ. Manila.

The Asian Journal mirrors the phenomenal growth of the Filipino American (FilAm) community in the United States. From a small staff and humble beginnings, it has grown into one of the biggest FilAm publishing firms in America. Presently, top caliber writers, artists and creative people come together to give FilAms well-balanced, relevant and informative editions weekly.

Full circle moment for Jessica Sanchez!From an 11-year-old contestant on America’s Got Talent, to runner-up on American ...
09/25/2025

Full circle moment for Jessica Sanchez!

From an 11-year-old contestant on America’s Got Talent, to runner-up on American Idol, and now crowned AGT Season 20 champion while nine months pregnant, Jessica’s journey is nothing short of inspiring.

Read her story in the comments section.

$100,000 price tag on H-1B visas Starting Sept. 21, U.S. employers must pay a $100,000 fee for H-1B visa entries under a...
09/21/2025

$100,000 price tag on H-1B visas

Starting Sept. 21, U.S. employers must pay a $100,000 fee for H-1B visa entries under a proclamation signed by President Donald Trump. The administration says the rule addresses program abuse in tech and STEM fields.

Applies to workers outside the U.S. seeking entry after the deadline. Officials clarified that current H-1B holders in the U.S. are exempt, but travel abroad could complicate reentry.

Read the full Asian Journal news report on the $100,000 H-1B rule and its impact in the comments section.

In Philippine folklore, the Kapre is feared as a dark, tobacco-smoking giant in the trees.But history suggests he may ha...
09/20/2025

In Philippine folklore, the Kapre is feared as a dark, tobacco-smoking giant in the trees.

But history suggests he may have been no monster at all, but enslaved men brought to Manila’s Parian slave market during Spanish rule. Many escaped into the forests, where Spaniards and friars branded them cafres, a term that later evolved into Kapre.

The Kapre stands as a metaphor for how suppressed truths were transformed into fear, just as today’s myths about corruption such as “wala namang mangyayari” and “the system will crush you” keep citizens from confronting abuse.

Read the full OpEd essay by columnist Eliseo Silva in the comments section.

Armed with a laptop and a smartphone, people everywhere have become citizen journalists, capturing and shaping the news ...
09/20/2025

Armed with a laptop and a smartphone, people everywhere have become citizen journalists, capturing and shaping the news as it unfolds.

In an age when every voice can be amplified online, the responsibilities of truth and decency rest with all of us. The timeless principles of journalism : accuracy, fairness, independence, accountability, and humanity were once the domain of newsrooms. Today, they are vital lessons for everyone who shares a story.

Read our editorial on why these values matter now more than ever in the comments section.

From matinee idol to master of the kitchen Marvin Agustin has found his second act beyond the spotlight. Rising to fame ...
09/16/2025

From matinee idol to master of the kitchen

Marvin Agustin has found his second act beyond the spotlight. Rising to fame in the 1990s, he now thrives as a chefpreneur, leading culinary ventures such as Cochi Bistro, Marvin’s Kitchen, among others. His story is one of grit, passion, and reinvention, proof that true purpose can be found in unexpected places.

Read the full feature in the comments section.

Editorial: The Senate Saga on Corruption A garage of 40 cars. A Rolls-Royce bought for its built-in umbrella. A Ferrari ...
09/14/2025

Editorial: The Senate Saga on Corruption

A garage of 40 cars. A Rolls-Royce bought for its built-in umbrella. A Ferrari in flood-prone Bulacan.

These are not symbols of progress. They are symbols of corruption, excess, and betrayal - paid for at the expense of ordinary Filipinos who wade through floodwaters and risk disease because promised projects were never delivered.

Read our full editorial, found in the comments section, on why these displays of wealth mock public trust.

From the silver screen to the grill, veteran actor Joel Torre proves that real success is built on values that last.Thro...
09/01/2025

From the silver screen to the grill, veteran actor Joel Torre proves that real success is built on values that last.

Through JT’s Manukan Grille, his Bacolod-style chicken inasal restaurant that has grown to 40+ branches in the Philippines and abroad, Torre shows how faith, prudence, and authenticity can turn artistry into a lasting enterprise.

Read full story in the comments section: Joel Torre: artistry, faith, and life beyond showbiz

As Buwan ng Wika comes to a close, we remember the legacy of President Manuel L. Quezon, the Father of the National Lang...
08/31/2025

As Buwan ng Wika comes to a close, we remember the legacy of President Manuel L. Quezon, the Father of the National Language, who believed that a shared language could unite a divided nation.

Filipino is the official national language of the Philippines, based on Tagalog but enriched by other local dialects and foreign influences.

It is the living voice of our identity at home and across the world.

Full text found in the comments section.

Did you know Filipinos have been stepping onto Wimbledon and Roland Garros long before Alexandra Eala’s historic U.S. Op...
08/26/2025

Did you know Filipinos have been stepping onto Wimbledon and Roland Garros long before Alexandra Eala’s historic U.S. Open win?

From the Mighty Mite who stunned Paris in the 1950s and other tennis heroes, Filipinos have battled on the sport's biggest courts for nearly a century.

Learn about the trailblazers, the modern champions, and the new generation rewriting history.

Nearly a Century on Court: Filipino Trailblazers Who Took on Tennis’ Biggest Stage | Read now in the comments section.

A Major Studio Role for Filipino Canadian actor Manny JacintoManny Jacinto steps into the spotlight in Freakier Friday, ...
08/23/2025

A Major Studio Role for Filipino Canadian actor Manny Jacinto

Manny Jacinto steps into the spotlight in Freakier Friday, the long-awaited sequel to the 2003 hit, where he plays the love interest of Lindsay Lohan’s character, Anna Coleman.

Taking on one of his biggest roles yet, Jacinto described the opportunity to bring his Filipino heritage to the Hollywood’s stage as “a milestone that means the world.”

Freakier Friday is now showing in theaters.
Read more about Jacinto’s journey in the Asian Journal. Full story in the comments section.

Golf in the Philippines has always been more than a sport. On its most exclusive fairways, trust is built, alliances are...
08/22/2025

Golf in the Philippines has always been more than a sport. On its most exclusive fairways, trust is built, alliances are sealed, and legacies are passed from one generation to the next.

At Manila Golf & Country Club, entry does not come with an application. It comes with a share so rare that in June 2024 one sold for ₱200 million (US $3.6 million), the highest in Philippine golf history.

Membership is tightly capped, newcomers are rarely admitted, and going rates now hover within that rarefied range. For the nation’s elite, golf is more than a game, it is the quiet language of power.

Read the full feature in the Asian Journal, found in the comment section.

When Filipino pastry chef Nouel Catis Omamalin helped create the pistachio-knafeh “Dubai chocolate,” it was TikTok that ...
08/18/2025

When Filipino pastry chef Nouel Catis Omamalin helped create the pistachio-knafeh “Dubai chocolate,” it was TikTok that catapulted it into global fame - millions of views, endless cravings, and long lines just to grab a bite.

The viral buzz sparked countless copycats and remakes, with bakers and brands around the world racing to recreate the magic. Yet behind the trend was the original artistry: a Filipino chef whose creativity proved that one inspired recipe could set off a worldwide wave.

Today, Chef Nouel continues that momentum with his own line of sweets and a new book, showing that what began as a viral moment has left a lasting lesson in innovation, passion, and the power of food to inspire.

Full story in comment section.

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