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★ BA interview exclusive: Democrat candidate Pete Buttigieg on significance of Filipino community and votes
★ Alex Aclan officially ordained auxiliary bishop of Los Angeles
★ With delays from consulates, Philippine overseas votes still being tallied
★ President Trump unveils proposals for merit-based legal immigration system
★ Alabama governor signs state-wide restrictive abortion law
★ Trump to unveil new proposals on immigration, limiting family-based petitions
★ Despite obstacles, overseas absentee polls formally close and partial Halalan 2019 results pour in
★ Halalan 2019: Ronald dela Rosa leads in Canada as votes are counted
★ Halalan 2019: Cayetano, dela Rosa in the lead in New York as overseas voting period ends
★ Halalan 2019: dela Rosa, Cayetano, and Villar in the lead as overseas absentee voting period ends in West Coast

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20 May 2019

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BA interview exclusive: Democrat candidate Pete Buttigieg on significance of Filipino community and votes

by Balitang America - May 19, 2019 Democratic presidential contender Pete Buttigieg recently campaigned in Nevada, talking to Asian American and Pacific Islander voters, and pledging that he would champion for their rights, particularly when it comes to immigration. The 37-year-old South Bend, Indiana Mayor supports a comprehensive immigration reform, including a pathway to citizenship —...
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Alex Aclan officially ordained auxiliary bishop of Los Angeles

by Balitang America - May 19, 2019 LOS ANGELES — Alex Aclan is now the second Filipino bishop in the U.S. In the presence of thousands including holy men, friends, family members and many of his past parishioners, Aclan took his vows to become the second Filipino American bishop after his close friend Salt Lake City...
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With delays from consulates, Philippine overseas votes still being tallied

by Balitang America - May 17, 2019 The latest on overseas absentee voting for the Philippine midterm elections, particularly from the Philippine Consulate in San Francisco, where officials and staff are getting closer to completing the tally of 60 precincts under its jurisdiction – despite two SD cards malfunctioning. One of the two replacement SD cards...
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President Trump unveils proposals for merit-based legal immigration system

by Balitang America - May 17, 2019 President Donald Trump’s proposals, he believes, would “transform America’s immigration system into the pride of our nation and the envy of the modern world.” Trump delivered his remarks on “modernizing our immigration system for a stronger America” — unveiling proposals for a merit-based legal immigration system. The president wants...
BREAKING NEWS

Alabama governor signs state-wide restrictive abortion law

by Lenn Almadin-Thornhill - May 16, 2019 Last week, Alabama Governor Kay Ivey signed the most restrictive abortion law, House Bill 314, in the United States. The law strictly bans all abortions in the state, even in cases of rape and incest, except when the mother’s health is in danger....Read More

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Rep. TJ Cox addresses primary complaints

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CALIFORNIA — A group of constituents from the 21st congressional district filed a complaint against Fil-Am Democratic representative, Congressman TJ Cox, alleging he failed to disclose certain business interests, and misled voters. Constituents filed the...

Filipino voters protest election fraud, illeg ...

by Rommel Conclara - May 17, 2019
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Activists protest outside LA consulate, as Ha ...

by Steve Angeles - May 16, 2019
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At CAAMFest, Asian directors discuss represen ...

by Rommel Conclara - May 15, 2019
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Archdiocese invites community to Bishop Aclan ...

by Balitang America - May 15, 2019
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Entertainment

Powered by Filipinos, “Steven Universe” wins a Peabody

by Steve Angeles- May 19, 2019

One of the most critically acclaimed and popular cartoons is up for a prestigious award this week, and this show is powered by Filipinos. For the past six years, Cartoon Network’s Steven Universe has become an...
Manny the Movie Guy: “John Wick: Chapter 3 – Parabellum” vs. “A Dog’s Journey”

by Manny The Movie Guy- May 19, 2019

Two big sequels in the box office this weekend — one is the third installation in an action-packed series starring Keanu Reeves, and one an emotional journey with man’s best friend....Read More
Heather Jack makes network TV directorial debut through NBC’s Female Forward program

by Balitang America- May 16, 2019

A program by TV network giant NBC is helping women and minorities of talent in Hollywood to realize their directorial dreams and pursue careers in Hollywood. Filipina American director Heather Jack recently directed “Cloud Green,” one...
Disney on Broadway turns 25: Meet the talented Filipinos who shine on the Great White Way

by Don Tagala- May 16, 2019

Disney on Broadway turns 25 this year, and one of the ways this epic milestone is being celebrated is to put a spotlight on its Asian American Pacific Islander cast members – including the multi-talented Filipino-Americans...

LIFESTYLE

“Gongster’s Paradise” celebrates traditional and stylized Philippine kulintang music and dance

OAKLAND, CA — Different generations of kulintang players from all over the globe, celebrating Filipino traditional music and dance at the Oakland Asian Cultural Center. According to organizers, “Gongster’s Paradise” is the biggest kulintang...
Filipino Restaurant Week kicks off in New York

New York’s Filipino restaurant week is back, bigger, better and more choices for everyone’s gustatory delight. Filipino restaurant week kicked off at the high bar rooftop in New York City. But you don’t have...
Filipino community sends prayers for newly-elect Bishop Aclan

Before Alex Aclan was ordained the second Filipino bishop in the U.S., he received some special prayers and blessings. For LA’s Filipino faithful, the appointment of Aclan has a special meaning for them. While the Thursday...

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