MANILA, Philippines (AP) — A Philippine court has overturned the rape conviction of a U.S. Marine from Missouri whose case became a rallying point for activists demanding American forces leave the country.
Never too old to learn a new trick: Nonprofit helps seniors find new careers
By Evangeline Cafe Northwest Asian Weekly Lucita Principe knows how lucky she is to have a job these days. She spent most of last year unemployed after two local restaurant […]
CLASSIC.ELEGANT.KIKO. — Filipino designer dresses up brides
Growing up in the Philippines, Designer Kiko Rodriguez never thought he’d be making wedding gowns in America. However, he is currently living out his dream. (Photos provided by Kiko Rodriguez) […]
Man accused of bogus organ brokering in NY
By William Kates The Associated Press SYRACUSE, New York (AP) — A fugitive American, who claimed he was a psychiatrist, will be returned to upstate New York to face federal […]
Filipino wrecking machine set for UFC debut
That’s how Mark Munoz describes himself outside of the cage in a recent telephone interview with Northwest Asian Weekly.
Underdog Pacquiao beats De La Hoya
ANILA, Philippines (AP) — From five-star hotel lounges to army camps to Manila’s slums, Filipinos celebrated a victory by boxer Manny Pacquiao that gave this country a break from its financial worries.
For Filipino vets, the fight isn’t over yet
Seattle’s Filipino community held its annual Veterans Day dinner on Saturday, Nov. 8, to pay tribute to the men and women of the U.S. Armed Forces.
Live, Learn, Illuminate: Gloria Ysmael-Adams teaches life’s most important lessons
If Gloria Ysmael-Adams could be anywhere in the world, it would probably be inside a classroom.
Murderer dies in Aberdeen
A Filipino former union president who was serving a life sentence for murder has been found dead at Stafford Creek prison near Aberdeen, according to The Aberdeen Daily World.
Letter: An addendum to the Chinatown gate story
I would like to thank Ryan Pangilinan for his excellent article, “Hong helps Chinatown…” (in the Nov. 6-14 issue). It is the only piece that fully describes Mr. Hong’s contribution — both in money and work — to his community, a tribute to how an immigrant gives back to his community.