PAL Turns Soap Opera Into Inflight Safety Video

Philippine Airlines turned to a soap opera format to alert its passengers to inflight safety procedures (See YouTube for video).

Queens, NY Street Named 'Dr. Jose Rizal Way'

Dr. Jose P. 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 story)..

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 (See Inquirer.net for story).

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 change to the current policies on dual citizenship at this time (See PH Embassy Advisory).

Pasig River Esplanade Draws Holiday Crowds

Pasig River Esplande (Source: Philstar)

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).

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).

PH Women's Soccer Team Clinches Gold in SEA Games

The Philippine women’s football team finally got the crowning glory that has eluded them since pulling off many firsts. The Filipinas captured gold in the 33rd Southeast Asian Games with a heart-stopping 6-5 victory on penalties following a scoreless tie at the end of full time and two extra periods (See Inquirer.net for story).

Singer Michael Bublé Gives Grandpa's Home to Filipina Caregiver

Michael Buble and his grandfather’s caregiver, Minette

In a powerful display of family devotion and profound gratitude, Canadian crooner Michael Bublé honored the last wish of his late grandfather, Demetrio Santanga, by gifting his beloved Vancouver home to the grandfather’s devoted caregiver, Minette (See News.topnewsource for story).