Fil-Spanish Soccer Player Getting Attention at FC Barcelona

Pedro “Dro” Fernández Sarmiento is already turning heads at FC Barcelona, making a strong impression even in his very first appearance with the senior squad (See Republicasia for story).

Tiny PH Island Gets Prestigious ASEAN Sustainable Tourism Award

Suyac Island (Source: Sagay City Information and Tourism Office/Rappler)

Suyac Island, a 15.6-hectare gem within the 32,000-hectare, 29-year-old Sagay Marine Reserve in Barangay Taba-ao, earned the prestigious Association of Southeast Asian Nations’ sustainable community-based tourism award (See Rappler for story).

Fil-Am High School Football Player Catches Sports Illustrated's Attention

Gatsbee Gumban, a Filipino American junior football player of Covina High School was named the Sports Illustrated’s National High School Boys Athlete of the Week, a recognition that highlights his extraordinary performance in a sport rarely associated with Filipinos (See Inquirer.net for story).

Fil-Am Dylan Harper Is Second Overall in NBA Draft '25

Filipino American basketball prodigy Dylan Harper,the 19-year-old point guard with the San Antonio Spurs, was chosen second overall in the 2025 NBA Draft (See Inquirer.net for story).

Manila Tennis Open with Alex Eala in the Works for Jan. '26

Philippine Sports Commission Chairman Pato Gregorio revealed plans for the Manila or Philippine Open in January 2026, featuring Alex Eala. PSC and PHILTA are in talks with the WTA to upgrade the courts at Rizal Memorial Sports Complex for the 125-level tourney (See Philstar for story).

Dillion Gabriel Is 2nd Fil-Am Starting QB in NFL History

Dillon Gabriel will join the great Roman Gabriel as the only two Filipino American starting QBs in NFL history (See Instagram).

First Fil-Am Wisconsin State Senator Kicks Off Fil-Am History Month

Wisconsin State Rep. Angelito Tenorio kicked off Filipino American History Month this week, honoring Fil-Ams’ contributions in education, healthcare, public service, business and the arts (See Inquirer for story).

Filipino Designer Wins 21st Season of 'Project Runway'

Veejay Floresca (Source: Out Magazine/ Photo by Spencer Pazer Disney)

Filipino designer Veejay Floresca made history as the first trans woman to win the 21st season of 'Project Runway” (See Manila Times for story).