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UP alum Raymond Lauchengco performs in Houston
Jul 11, 2018HOUSTON, TX — Fil-Ams gathered in Houston last Saturday for a concert sponsored by the University of the Philippines alumni, with Raymond Lauchengco as the featured performer of the night. Lauchengco is an accomplished concert and recording artist,... -
Pinoy couple completes year-long visit to all 59 US national parks
Jun 22, 2018HOUSTON, TX — Husband and wife team, Victorina and Irwin Casiano, quit their 9-5 jobs to travel around the country visiting all 59 national parks, from Alaska to American Samoa, in just one year. They say it... -
Filipino-led organization provides assistance to Hurricane Harvey victims
May 30, 2018HOUSTON, TX — Hurricane Harvey left a permanent mark on Houston. Hundreds of families are in recovery mode. Local Fil-Am organizations continue to support those in need. With hurricane season already starting — and threats of destruction... -
Leyte Dance Theater promotes Philippine culture, representation in the arts
May 30, 2018AUSTIN, TX — On the road since April, the Leyte Dance Theater completed its 10-state US tour of “Salida – Simbolo at Kultura:” a showcase of the company’s artistic creativity. “I feel like Filipino culture in general... -
Fil-Am Gina Ortiz Jones wins Democratic runoff in Texas
May 23, 2018Gina Ortiz Jones is one step closer to making history in various ways. The Filipina American won the Democratic nomination for Texas’ 23rd House district, defeating former high school teacher Rick Trevino 68 percent to 32... -
Fil-Am Texas students express concerns of gun violence, lack of action
May 21, 2018SANTA FE, TX — An exchange student and two substitute teachers were among the 10 people killed during the shooting at Santa Fe High School in Galveston County, Texas. 13 people were also injured Friday in what... -
Texans react to high school shooting in Santa Fe, suspect in custody
May 19, 2018SANTA FE, TX — At least ten people were killed and several others injured in a shooting Friday morning at Santa Fe High School, about 20 miles outside of Galveston. Gunfire erupted not long after classes started... -
Pinay teen turns heads after wearing traditional Filipiniana gown to prom
May 17, 2018HOUSTON — For high school juniors and seniors, Prom Night is a big event in their lives, and deciding what to wear is a major decision. But for one young Filipina-American, cultural dress was the only way... -
Tourism officials promote world’s tallest Virgin Mary statue in Batangas
May 10, 2018HOUSTON, TX — Many economists say that tourism is the world’s leading money-making industry. The Philippines ranks sixth in tourist visits and dollar earnings in South Asia behind Malaysia, Thailand, Singapore, Indonesia, and Vietnam respectively. Tourism sector... -
Pres. Trump in Texas for NRA convention
May 3, 2018President Donald Trump is set to address the National Rifle Association at their annual convention this Friday in Dallas. The four-day event, which starts on Thursday, will also include speeches from vice president Mike Pence. Trump...
