TFCN News
DMW At Pamahalaan Ng Pilipinas, Lumagda Sa Joint Memorandum Para Sa Pagpapatupad Ng Seasonal Workers Program Ng Republic of Korea
MANILA—Pinangunahan ng Department of Migrant Workers (DMW) ang signing ceremony ng Joint Memorandum for the Implementation of the Seasonal Workers Program (SWP) ng Republic of Korea. Ginanap ang serem... ...more
Philippines ,Asia Pacific
November 06, 2025•2 min read
Mamdani Wins NYC Mayoral Race In Historic Upset
NEW YORK—New York City has a new mayor: Zohran Mamdani. The 34-year-old Democratic Socialist is the city’s youngest leader in over a century and its first Muslim and African-born officeholder, securin... ...more
USA
November 06, 2025•2 min read
Filipino-Canadian Stephanie Valenzuela Elected As Borough Mayor In Montreal, Canada
MONTREAL, Canada—The Commission on Filipinos Overseas (CFO) said Filipino-Canadian Stephanie Valenzuela is the newly-elected Mayor of Côte-des-Neiges-Notre-Dame-de-Grâce in Borough, Montreal in Canada... ...more
North America
November 06, 2025•1 min read
Typhoon Tino Death Toll Rises To 114 Amid Flood Infrastructure Probe
MANILA—The Philippines is grappling with widespread devastation after Typhoon Tino (international name: Kalmaegi) exited the country early Thursday morning, leaving behind a mounting death toll and un... ...more
Philippines ,Asia Pacific &TFCN Global Desk
November 06, 2025•2 min read
214 Underprivileged Children To Benefit From Free Pediatric Heart Surgeries Through Aster Volunteers’ Heart2Heart Cares
DUBAI, UAE—Aster Volunteers, the global CSR arm of Aster DM Healthcare, successfully concluded the fifth edition of ‘Heart2Heart Cares 2025’, a program spanning the GCC and India, promoting heart heal... ...more
Middle East
November 06, 2025•5 min read
New Vatican Doctrinal Note Discourages 'Co-redemptrix' Title For Mary; "Only Jesus Saves"
VATICAN City—The Vatican’s Dicastery for the Doctrine of the Faith (DDF) today released a significant Doctrinal Note, Mater Populi Fidelis ("Mother of the Faithful People of God"), which clarifies the... ...more
Europe ,TFCN Global Desk
November 04, 2025•3 min read
DFA Confirms Paris Rizal Bust Missing, Days After Initial TFCN Social Media Report
New Blog PoMANILA, Philippines—The Department of Foreign Affairs (DFA) officially confirmed today the disappearance of the bust of national hero Dr. Jose P. Rizal from its pedestal at Place Jose Rizal... ...more
Europe ,TFCN Global Desk
November 04, 2025•3 min read
Bagyong Tino, Nagdulot Nang Malawakang Pinsala Sa Kabisayaan at Mindanao
MANILA—Patuloy ang pananalasa ng Bagyong Tino (International Name: Kalmaegi) sa gitnang bahagi ng Pilipinas matapos itong mag-landfall nang maraming beses ngayong madaling araw, na nagdulot ng malawak... ...more
Philippines
November 04, 2025•2 min read
Centrist-progressive D66 Party Wins Dutch Elections; Party Leader Could Be First Openly-gay PM
THE HAGUE, Netherlands—The centrist-progressive Democrats 66 (D66) was declared the frontrunner in last week´s Dutch national elections, garnering 26 seats in parliament. Its party leader, Rob Jetten,... ...more
By: Jofelle Tesorio, TFCN The Netherlands
November 03, 2025•3 min read
British-Filipino Doctors Unite For Inspiring Annual Conference
LONDON—The future of British-Filipino medical leadership took centre stage at University College London Hospital on Saturday, 18 October 2025, as the 2nd Annual Conference of the British Association o... ...more
By: RCEM London, United Kingdom
November 03, 2025•1 min read
A Call For Accountability: The Diaspora’s Stake In Philippine Infrastructure Corruption
MANILA—The recent revelations of massive corruption surrounding crucial Philippine infrastructure projects, particularly those meant for flood control and disaster resilience, are not merely a domesti... ...more
Philippines ,TFCN Global Desk
November 03, 2025•4 min read
Los Cantantes De Manila Wagi Sa Busan Choral Festival
BUSAN, South Korea—Isang bagong karangalan na naman ang dala ng Los Cantantes de Manila (LCDM) para sa Pilipinas nang masungkit nito ang dalawang unang gantimpala at ang Best Conductor Award sa 2025 B... ...more
Philippines ,Asia Pacific &By Mye Mulingtapang TFCN Global
November 03, 2025•1 min read
Filipino Agimat Tradition Goes Global! Cavite’s Hidden Mystics Take Center Stage
DASMARIÑAS, Cavite—Filipino-Belgian anthropologist Aaron Raphael Ponce has conducted an exploratory ethnographic fieldwork on Philippine amulets (agimat/anting-anting) and the communities that produce... ...more
Philippines ,Europe
November 03, 2025•2 min read
Filipino Author Ned Legaspi Launches Book on Cultural Intelligence
SANTA MONICA, California—Filipino author and a former global media executive Ned Legaspi will launch his book on cultural intelligence (CQ) entitled “Culturally Intelligent Storytelling (CIS) of South... ...more
By: Donnabelle Gatdula-Arevalo, TFCN North America
November 03, 2025•2 min read
GCash And PAL Launch Holiday Raffle Promo
LOS ANGELES, California—GCash, the Philippines’ #1 Finance Super App and largest cashless ecosystem has partnered with Philippine Airlines (PAL), the country’s flag carrier for a “GCash Your Way Home”... ...more
By: Donnabelle Gatdula-Arevalo, TFCN North America
November 03, 2025•2 min read
Pinay Kasambahay Sa Italy Kinasuhan Sa Pagnakaw Ng €20,000 Halaga Ng Alahas
ROME, Italy—Inireklamo ang isang Filipina domestic worker sa mga awtoridad dahil umano sa pagnanakaw ng mga alahas mula sa bahay ng kanyang pinaglilingkuran sa Monte Mario, Rome. ...more
By: Mye Mulingtapang, TFCN Italy
November 03, 2025•1 min read
Saint John Henry Newman Declared 38th Doctor Of The Church
VATICAN City—In a historic moment for the Catholic Church, Saint John Henry Newman was today formally declared a Doctor of the Church by His Holiness Pope Leo XIV, bestowing the distinguished title on... ...more
Europe
November 01, 2025•4 min read
Prince No More: Prince Andrew Stripped Of Royal Titles And Honours
LONDON, United Kingdom—In a landmark move underscoring a new era of accountability within the British monarchy, His Majesty the King has formally removed Prince Andrew’s royal titles, styles, and patr... ...more
By: RCEM London, United Kingdom
October 31, 2025•2 min read
Migrant Groups Condem Dismissal Of Exploitation Case Of Filipino Cleaners Vs. Amsterdam Gym
AMSTERDAM—Migrante Netherlands, together with the Filipino migrant workers formerly employed at a luxury gym in Amsterdam have expressed outrage over the decision of the Dutch Public Prosecutor’s Offi... ...more
By: Jofelle Tesorio, TFCN The Netherlands
October 31, 2025•3 min read
Asian Film Festival Barcelona 2025 Kicks Off With A Strong Streak Of Philippine Films
BARCELONA, Spain—The Asian Film Festival Barcelona (AFFBCN) returns for its 13th edition from October 29 to November 9, 2025, once again transforming the Catalan capital into a meeting point for the b... ...more
Europe
October 31, 2025•4 min read
US-based Filipino Tourism Specialist To Receive Amerika Prestige Award
LOS ANGELES, California—Filipino-American self-made entrepreneur Rogelio “Hajjie” M. Alejandro, Jr. is grateful to be one of the recipients of the 2025 Amerika Prestige Awards (APA). ...more
By: Donnabelle Gatdula-Arevalo, TFCN North America
October 31, 2025•4 min read
Filipino Artists Showcase Artworks At Business Art Fair 2025, Paris
PARIS, France—DIWA, a collective exhibition featuring ten Filipino artists and a fashion designer from France, the Netherlands and Manila showcased Filipino art and culture in the recently concluded B... ...more
By: Cory De Jesus, TFCN Paris
October 31, 2025•1 min read
PH And UAE Enhance Collaboration On Welfare And Protection Of OFWs
MANILA (DMW)—The Department of Migrant Workers discusses the smooth migration process and the implementation of key welfare and protection policies for OFWs in the United Arab Emirates during a Joint ... ...more
Philippines ,Middle East
October 31, 2025•2 min read
If Halloween Is "Holy Evening" Then What's With The Ghosts And Ghoulies?
MANILA—The modern name Halloween, for the celebration held annually on October 31st, is a direct linguistic contraction rooted entirely in the Christian liturgical calendar. The full original phrase i... ...more
TFCN Global Desk
October 30, 2025•2 min read
Cultural Triumphs Mark Filipino American History Month In New York
NEW YORK—The Philippine Consulate General (PCG) in New York officially launched the “Likha at Kultura: Filipino-American Fashion Creatives Gallery” on 27 October 2025, a key highlight of its Filipino ... ...more
USA
October 30, 2025•2 min read
No Filipino Casualties Reported As Hurricane Melissa Batters Jamaica
MANILA (PNA)—The Department of Foreign Affairs (DFA) said Wednesday that no Filipinos have been reported hurt as Hurricane Melissa swept across Jamaica. ...more
Philippines
October 30, 2025•1 min read
Hidden Worlds: The Secret Life Of Maps
LONDON, UK—The British Library’s major new exhibition, Secret Maps, opened on 24 October 2025, revealing how maps have long been used as instruments of power, propaganda, and protest. ...more
By: RCEM London, United Kingdom
October 29, 2025•4 min read
Duterte Appeals ICC Jurisdiction Ruling, Demands Immediate Release
THE HAGUE, Netherlands—Former Philippine President Rodrigo Roa Duterte has formally challenged the International Criminal Court's (ICC) authority to prosecute him, filing a Notice of Appeal that seeks... ...more
Europe
October 29, 2025•2 min read
Mr. Alchemy Filcom KSA 2025: Celebrating “The Alchemy of Greatness; Legacy in Motion”
RIYADH, Saudi Arabia—The Filipino community in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia gathered in celebration of culture, confidence, and camaraderie during the Mr. Alchemy Filcom KSA 2025 Coronation Night, held... ...more
By: JP Aleta TFCN Riyadh
October 29, 2025•2 min read
Dutch Prosecution: No Exploitation In Case Filed By Filipino And Indonesian Vs. Amsterdam Luxury Gym
AMSTERDAM—Dutch prosecutors have dropped a labour exploitation case filed by Filipino and Indonesian cleaners against a luxury gym in Amsterdam. ...more
By: Jofelle Tesorio, TFCN The Netherlands
October 28, 2025•4 min read
Presyo Ng Kandila At Bulaklak Ngayong Undas 2025
MANILA, Philippines—Ilang araw na lang, Undas na o Todos Los Santos. Bukod sa mga pag-aalay ng misa o mga panalangin para sa pag-alaala sa ating mga mahal na yumao, paglilinis ng mga puntod at mga iba... ...more
Philippines
October 28, 2025•2 min read
Carlos Yulo Bags Gold In Men’s Vault In Artistic Gymnastics World Championship
JAKARTA, Indonesia—Two-time Olympic Gold Medalist Carlos Yulo bagged the Bronze medal at the 53rd FIG Artistic Gymnastics World Championship 2025 in Jakarta on October 24, 2025. ...more
By: Wendy Palomo, TFCN Indonesia
October 28, 2025•1 min read
Actor Patrick Dela Rosa Passes Away
MANILA — Former actor-politician Patrick Dela Rosa passed away, the Oriental Mindoro Provincial Information Office announced on social media on Monday, October 27. ...more
By: A.I., TFCN Manila - Philippines
October 27, 2025•1 min read
Double Gold Filipino Olympian Carlos Yulo Is World Men's Vault Champion
JAKARTA, Indonesia—Two-time Olympic gold medalist Carlos Yulo shows his gold medal after bagging the gold in the Men’s Vault Final at the 53rd FIG Artistic Gymnastic World Championship with an overall... ...more
By: Wendy Palomo, TFCN Indonesia
October 27, 2025•1 min read
Las Damas De Rizal Abu Dhabi Launches Breast Cancer Awareness Season 2
ABU DHABI—Season 2 of the Breast Cancer Awareness project under Las Damas Cares of Las Damas de Rizal Abu Dhabi was launched last Oct 18,2025. ...more
By: Rachel Salinel, TFCN Dubai
October 27, 2025•1 min read
Oldest Fil-Am Employees Organization In LA Elects New officers
LOS ANGELES, California—Los Angeles County Filipino American Employees Association (LACFAEA) has elected a new set of officers for 2026. ...more
By: Donnabelle Gatdula-Arevalo, TFCN North America
October 27, 2025•1 min read
LA-based iSkin Medspa launches "Beauty Is A Lifestyle" Campaign
BEVERLY HILLS, California—iSkin MEDSPA, owned by aesthetician and entrepreneur Imee Ong-Maghanoy, has launched a new aesthetic marketing campaign dubbed as “Beauty is a Lifestyle”, in time for the 9th... ...more
By: Donnabelle Gatdula-Arevalo, TFCN North America
October 27, 2025•2 min read
Two Suspects Arrested In Daring Louvre Jewel Heist; Prosecutor Decries Leak
PARIS—French authorities have arrested two suspects in connection with the brazen $102 million jewelry heist at the Louvre Museum, with one of the men apprehended just before he was set to fly out of ... ...more
Europe
October 26, 2025•2 min read
Racso Jugarap’s Sculptural Language In Motion At Asia Now
PARIS, France—Rooted in craft and ever in motion, Racso Jugarap’s art finds new ground in Paris—an embodiment of this year’s Asia Now theme, “Grow.” ...more
By: Marilyn Paed-Rayray, TFCN Paris
October 25, 2025•5 min read
Thailand Mourns The Passing Of Queen Mother Sirikit at 93
BANGKOK—Thailand is officially mourning the death of Her Majesty Queen Sirikit The Queen Mother. She was a highly respected figure who was Queen Consort for over six decades and was widely known as th... ...more
Asia Pacific
October 25, 2025•2 min read
ICC Rules It Has Jurisdiction Over Duterte Case, Rejects Defense Challenge
THE HAGUE, Netherlands—The International Criminal Court (ICC) has ruled it has full authority to proceed with the case against former Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte, delivering a major blow to t... ...more
By: Jofelle Tesorio, TFCN The Netherlands ,TFCN Global Desk
October 24, 2025•2 min read
Breaking Down Prince Andrew's Royal Step Back
LONDON, UK—On 17 October, Prince Andrew formally relinquished his titles, including Duke of York, marking a significant moment in the continuing evolution of the modern monarchy. ...more
By: RCEM London, United Kingdom
October 21, 2025•2 min read
PAL To Give Out Exclusive Discounts To First 50 2026 VIP Tour Bookings
LOS ANGELES, California—Philippine Airlines (PAL), the country’s flag carrier, is offering another round of attractive and exclusive discount package for the first 50 seats that would be booked for th... ...more
By: Donnabelle Gatdula-Arevalo, TFCN North America
October 21, 2025•2 min read
Miss Philippines USA Winners Shine At Los Angeles Fashion Week
LOS ANGELES,California—Los Angeles Fashion Week presented by Art Hearts Fashion spotlighted two of Miss Philippines USA’s 2025 winners as they made their LA Fashion Week runway debut at The New Mart o... ...more
By: Donnabelle Gatdula-Arevalo, TFCN North America
October 21, 2025•2 min read
"Ahon Cebu! A Concert For A Cause" Raises Funds For Quake Victims
RIYADH, Saudi Arabia—The management and talents of Kuy's Grill and Restaurant, a Filipino restaurant in Riyadh, successfully organized recently “Ahon Cebu! A Concert for a Cause” in partnership with t... ...more
By: JP Aleta TFCN Riyadh
October 20, 2025•1 min read
Mag-asawang Pinoy, Nakita Pa ang Jewellery Exhibit Bago Ang Nakawan Sa Louvre
PARIS, France—Isang araw bago mangyari ang nakawan sa loob ng Louvre Museum sa Paris, France, nakunan pa ng litrato ng mag-asawang Filipino ang mga mamahaling antigong jewellery mula pa noong Napoleon... ...more
By: Maricel Burgonio, TFCN Italy
October 20, 2025•2 min read
ICC Appoints Expert Panel To Assess Duterte's Fitness For Trial
THE HAGUE—The International Criminal Court's (ICC) Pre-Trial Chamber I has formally appointed a panel of medical experts to evaluate the fitness of former Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte to parti... ...more
By: Jofelle Tesorio, TFCN The Netherlands ,TFCN Global Desk
October 17, 2025•2 min read
Cebu's "Chocolate Queen" To Spread Cacao Culture To The U.S.
LOS ANGELES, California—Cebu-based The Chocolate Chamber (TCC) is set to expand its operations in the United States, starting in Los Angeles, as it continues to promote the Philippine cacao heritage ... ...more
By: Donnabelle Gatdula-Arevalo, TFCN North America
October 16, 2025•2 min read
ENFID France Pinangunahan Ang Diaspora To Dialogue Conference
Tema ng conference: “Euro Pinoys in Motion -Shaping in the future through Leadership, Education, Bridging Culture and Sports in Europe” ...more
By: Cory De Jesus, TFCN Paris
October 16, 2025•2 min read
Filipino Designer Shines At Paris Runway Sans Creations
LONDON—When airline mishandling left fashion designer Mitch Desunia without her gowns, she turned disaster into defiance, proving that true elegance is how you rise when everything falls apart. ...more
By: RCEM London, United Kingdom ,By: Bong Agustinez, TFCN Paris
October 15, 2025•2 min read
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