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01/04/2026

[Partner] FOOD DELIVERY: FRESH FROM THE WEST PHILIPPINE SEA

Free Film Screening. January 11, 2026, 2 PM to 5 PM
Koret Auditorium, San Francisco Main Public Library, 100 Larkin Street, San Francisco, CA 94102

Free Film Screening. January 11, 2026, 2 PM to 5 PM Koret Auditorium, San Francisco Main Public Library, 100 Larkin Street 94102

01/04/2026

[Global Briefs] QUEENS, NY STREET NAMED 'DR. JOSE RIZAL WAY'

An intersection in Woodside, Queens, New York has been named “Dr. José Rizal Way,” an enduring recognition of the Philippine national hero’s significant influence on the Filipino and Filipino American community in an area known for its large Filipino population (See PH Consulate website for s...

01/03/2026

REVISITING BALER, A BLEND OF HERITAGE AND ADVENTURE by Rene Astudillo

Amplified by renewed interest in the Quezon story, Baler beckons not just as a destination, but as a meaningful journey into the past and present of a remarkable province.

Amplified by renewed interest in the Quezon story, Baler beckons not just as a destination, but as a meaningful journey into the past and present of a remarkable province.

01/03/2026

[Global Briefs] FILIPINO EDUCATOR HONORED BY UK'S KING CHARLES

Edison David, a Filipino education leader based in London, was awarded the prestigious Member of the Most Excellent Order of the British Empire (MBE) by His Majesty King Charles III in the 2025 New Year Honours List, in recognition of his outstanding services to education in the United Kingdom (Se

01/02/2026

FILAMS AMONG THE REMARKABLE AND FAMOUS, PART 74 by Mona Lisa Yuchengco

Role models and achievers, some of whom you may not even know are Filipino.

Role models and achievers, some of whom you may not even know are Filipino.

01/02/2026

[Global Briefs] KEEP CALM, DON'T RENOUNCE YOUR PH CITIZENSHIP - PH EMBASSY

The Philippine Embassy in Washington DC continues to monitor concerns regarding the proposed Senate bill to end dual citizenship in the United States. It is s currently just a bill and has not become law. Moreover, the U.S. Supreme Court has recognized the validity of dual citizenship. There is no c

01/01/2026

PH IN 2005: CALLS FOR URGENT REFORMS AMID CORRUPTION SCANDAL AND ECONOMIC WOES by Ernesto M. Hilario

Halfway through his six-year term, President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. faces natural calamities, a major corruption scandal, and a worrisome economic picture.

Halfway through his six-year term, President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. faces natural calamities, a major corruption scandal, and a worrisome economic picture.

01/01/2026

[Global Briefs] PASIG RIVER ESPLANADE DRAWS HOLIDAY CROWDS

MANILA, Philippines — The Pasig River Esplanade has become a sought-after tourist destination, especially during the Christmas season. With walkways, open spaces, viewing decks and stalls selling food and other items, it attracts the most visitors at nighttime (See ABS-CBN News for story).

12/31/2025

[Global Briefs] TECH VISIONARY DADO BANATAO DIES AT 79

Filipino technology pioneer Diosdado “Dado” Banatao died on Christmas Day,, his son Rey confirmed in a  Facebook post .He was 79. He died due to “complications from a neurological disorder” that emerged later in his life (See Rappler for story).

12/31/2025

[Video of the Week] Filipino Pride in Sydney

The Philippine Times (Australia) shared Channel 7’s Sunrise program segment which featured performances from Filipino cultural dancers.

https://www.positivelyfilipino.com/video-of-the-week-1

12/31/2025

This week's stories: 2025 Philippine Year-In-Review • Famous FilAms 74 • Revisiting Baler - https://www.positivelyfilipino.com/blog/masagana-at-mapayapang-bagong-taon-sa-ating-lahat

12/28/2025

[Partner] SAVE THE DATE! FOOD DELIVERY: FRESH FROM THE WEST PHILIPPINE SEA

Free Film Screening. January 11, 2026, 2 PM to 5 PM
Koret Auditorium, San Francisco Main Public Library, 100 Larkin Street 94102

Free Film Screening. January 11, 2026, 2 PM to 5 PM Koret Auditorium, San Francisco Main Public Library, 100 Larkin Street 94102