The Philippines has its own version of Shangri-la in the northernmost group of islands known collectively as Batanes.
Read more: Sabtang in Batanes - our own undiscovered Shangri-La
Through colors drawn from emotional depths and brushstrokes exuding renewed confidence, they hope to share their personal journeys from pain to healing.
Read more: Artworks by abused girls tell of pain and healing in ‘Obra ni Nene’
“New York, fashion, the Nolcha Shows … what else? We are honored to be part of this year’s Nolcha Shows. This is an outstanding opportunity for young emerging designers and will mark the beginning of great success for our company DELA ÉVA,” says Ninja Evangelista, creative director of DELA ÉVA.
Read more: Fil-Austrian presents Spring/Summer 2017 collection during New York Fashion Week
WASHINGTON, D.C. -- “Since the Embassy’s last briefing in December 2015, we have had another peaceful transition of government. In the 9 May national elections, there was historic voter turnout of 81% of some 55 million registered voters.
Read more: Georgetown mid-year business briefing highlights dynamism of PH economy
“Anytime younger dancers ask me for advice, I tell them about our company member Irene,” says Laura Karlin, Artistic Director of Invertigo Dance Theatre.
Read more: Filipino dancers to take the stage at Los Angeles’ Ford Theatres
A lawyer by profession, Paul Resurreccion does not spend much of his time in courtrooms. Instead, he is always on the go to find beauty in nature.
Read more: Filipino landscape photographer in NY reaping notices
WASHINGTON, D.C. -- “It is worth noting that Philippine society has always been blessed with strong and powerful women who shape the course of our history. Filipinas are active in diverse fields, pouring their talents, skill, and passion into many areas of human endeavor.
SAN FRANCISCO – Members of the Filipino community bid a warm goodbye to outgoing Philippine Ambassador to the US Ambassador Jose L. Cuisia, Jr. at a farewell reception for him June 20 at the Kalayaan Hall, Philippince Center here.
In celebration of the 155th birth anniversary of Dr. Jose Rizal, the Knights of Rizal - United States Council honored 18 Knights from various chapters for outstanding service to the Order. In his remarks, Sir Francis D. Sison, KGOR, Regional Commander for USA, said “When people - either in the course of their jobs, or in the course of their lives - enhance the well-being of the community, it is important to acknowledge their contributions in some way.
Read more: Consul General Mario De Leon Jr., 18 others honored by the Knights of Rizal - USA Council
NEW YORK CITY – The gallery of the Philippine Center in New York was bathed in a burst of colors shaped in the delicate silhouettes of petals and leaves as Manuel Baldemor's latest exhibit "Symphony of Flowers" opened on May 16.
Read more: Manuel Baldemor’s “Symphony of Flowers” blooms at Philippine Center Gallery