Shackled Art

Shackled Art

Prison art, which became a popular cultural activity behind bars during the martial law period, continues to thrive in the hearts and hands of Philippine political detainees today.

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From Here to Fraternity: The Gran Oriente Filipino Hotel

From Here to Fraternity: The Gran Oriente Filipino Hotel

Now worth millions, this old residential hotel holds the stories of the Filipino community in San Francisco.

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[PARTNER] Save the Gran Oriente as a Filipino Heritage Site

[PARTNER] Save the Gran Oriente as a Filipino Heritage Site

The first-ever building owned by a Filipino organization in North America, the Gran Oriente Filipino Hotel, in South Park is about to be sold, and a disabled, elderly resident is threatened with displacement.

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The Passing of a Bridge Generation Fil-Am Icon: Bob Santos

The Passing of a Bridge Generation Fil-Am Icon: Bob Santos

Without Uncle Bob Santos, the International District of Seattle would not have survived as a living, working-class, pan-Asian neighborhood with an intact culture and history and Seattle’s Filipino community would not be as enlightened.

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Opinion: Two Awakenings and a Funeral

Opinion: Two Awakenings and a Funeral

Sociologist and columnist Randy David asks: “How much violence against history must we commit to redeem the illusions of the dictator’s family?”

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Politics And Aging: Random Thoughts Part 2

Politics And Aging: Random Thoughts Part 2

On being an activist as a senior, voting as a civic responsibility and living with the elderly.

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Luisa Blue, One of the Highest-Ranking Asian American Union Officials

Luisa Blue, One of the Highest-Ranking Asian American Union Officials

When healthcare workers need to fight, they can count on Luisa Blue.

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Of Grace and Grit: Two Filipinas Bring Ballet Front and Center on the Global Stage

Of Grace and Grit: Two Filipinas Bring Ballet Front and Center on the Global Stage

With mesmerizing, impressive and highly energetic performances, these two Filipina ballet dancers have propelled Filipino creative talent onto an international stage.

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The Happy Home Cook: Vegan Meringue and Cashew Cream Deconstructed Sans Rival Cake

The Happy Home Cook: Vegan Meringue and Cashew Cream Deconstructed Sans Rival Cake

After a day of baking and tasting Aquafaba Meringues, I knew I had to try making a Vegan Version of Silvanas or Sans Rival. I decided on something in between: a dessert bigger than a cookie and smaller than a full-sized cake. I also wanted a dessert that would be more meringue and less of the loaded fats.

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Surf’s Up in Baler

Surf’s Up in Baler

Baler is an enjoyable destination for surfers and just plain beachgoers alike.

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