Pinoy Success Stories

Stylish Cordilleralux Fashion and Events Hosts the First Philippine Independence Day Celebration in Limburg, Belgium

On 2 May 2026, the very first Philippine Independence Day celebration held in Limburg, Belgium, brought together hundreds of Filipinos and Belgians for a historical, stylish, momentous, and meaningful celebration that created memories for everyone to cherish for a lifetime. The opening 'salvo' was the Parade of Pride & Heritage which was a vibrant display of beauty, style, culture, heritage, faith, unity, and identity - setting a joyful tone to the fullcelebration that was wi

Feds Infante Murray

Aug 23 min read

The Philippine Independence Day Celebration Mass in London

London — The Celebration of Philippine Independence Day Mass was held on 7 June 2026 at the Our Lady of Victories Church in High Street Kensington, London. It was a special mass that was attended by many religious and non-religious organisations. The Ambassador of the Philippine Embassy in the United Kingdom, H.E. Teodoro Lopez Locsin, Jr., was very delighted to attend the special mass. He stated, "The Independence Day Mass was a beautiful showcase of Filipino devotion." The

Feds Infante Murray

Aug 21 min read

Kalayaan 2026: Celebrating Filipino Roots, Strengthening Cultural and Family Bonds in Oslo

By Jubirose Grijaldo, Secretary of Kalayaan Norge On a beautiful sun-filled Saturday, May 30, 2026, the Filipino community in Norway came together in a remarkable celebration of heritage, family, and national pride during the 128th Philippine Independence Day Cultural and Family Day at Spikersuppa, Oslo. Organized by Kalayaan Norge Oslo, the event drew nearly 15,000 attendees, including Filipinos, Norwegians, and other nationalities. More than a commemoration of Philippine in

Community

Aug 23 min read

FILIPINO SANTACRUZAN FESTIVITIES

Filipino Santacruzan in Crumlin, Dublin, Republic of Ireland by Hilda Arenas A beautiful tradition, a vibrant community, and a celebration that continues to bring generations together. Established in 2010 by the Filipino Community Crumlin, the Annual Santacruzan has become a much-loved tradition celebrating faith, culture, heritage and community spirit through its colourful outdoor procession and gathering of Filipino families and friends. Sharing moments from this year’s cel

Roots and Wings

Aug 22 min read

Bahay Kubo Exotic Supermarket: Authentic Filipino Flavours for the Community

A Taste of Home: Bahay Kubo Exotic Supermarket Serves Authentic Filipino Flavours For anyone attempting to cook Filipino and Asian dishes, the search for the right ingredients can be a familiar frustration. In Vienna, that gap is now being filled by Bahay Kubo, an Asian supermarket that has become a reliable source of Filipino staples and specialty products. They don’t just sell products; they embody the spirit of bayanihan. Roots & Wings is happy to feature Bahay Kubo Exotic

Ralph Chan

Jul 195 min read

Between Worlds: The Quiet Force of Marvi Gil

In a life shaped by movement, language, and resilience, Marvi Gil has learned to exist between worlds and to build bridges where none existed before. Born Maria Victoria in Cebu, Philippines, her name was lovingly reimagined by her father into “Marvi,” a fusion that mirrors the layered identity she would later embrace. Today, she carries a name that feels as international as her journey: Filipino at heart, with an unexpected Icelandic twist - “Gil,” meaning gully in Iceland

Mildred Manuel-Vidarsson

Jul 195 min read

Filipina Scholar, Aieshah Balmori, Graduates with Honors from Charles University in Prague

In the historic halls of Charles University—one of Central Europe’s oldest and most prestigious institutions—a Filipina scholar marked a milestone that resonates far beyond academia. Aieshah Balmori graduated with top honors after completing the Václav Havel Joint Master Programme in European Politics and Society, earning distinction for her research on the complexities of labor migration—work that has drawn praise from diplomatic officials and shines a light on often-overloo

Rebecca Urbančík Garcia

Jun 305 min read

Filipino European Authors Launch Books and Hold Book Readings across European Countries

The accomplished Filipino European authors of the compelling books, 'Common Diversities' and 'Common Diversities 2 Filipino Europeans Remaking the Past, Reshaping the Future' have unequivocally and excellently risen to the challenge in sparking critical thinking in the minds of their readers. RALPH CHAN is a qualified sociologist from the University of Vienna. Through his research and personal interest, he focuses on the topic of " The Philippines / Filipinos and the Filip

Feds Infante Murray

Jun 305 min read

JET PASCUA

A Portrait of the Filipino as an Artist* by Carina Evangelista A camera with a bird’s eye view records a man resolutely stamping knee-high snow with his feet to spell out the word “SAKLOLO.” The mind that conjured this video art is Jet Pascua’s. Titled Lost in Translation, there are multiple possibilities for what is lost. The word itself. “Saklolo”–Filipino for “Help!”–is rooted in the Spanish “Soccorro.” One wonders how the original, with the vibrante alveolar múltiple pro

Roots and Wings

Jun 286 min read

ALOYSIUS

Where culture travels through fabric and meaning lingers in the seams ALOYSIUS is a global heritage fashion brand established by Filipino designer and textile artist Joseph Aloysius Montelibano. His creative process and design direction highlight anthropological approaches and artisanal techniques that yield masterful work. ALOYSIUS has produced environmentally responsible products and purposeful exhibitions in relevant cities worldwide since 2010, from runway presentations

Donna Patricia Manio

Jun 2812 min read

JOANNÉ NUGAS

When a Voice Breaks the Surface - From The Little Mermaid to Max Martin’s World of Pop Image source: Nordisk Film bio Finding her voice She is the Swedish voice of Ariel in Disney’s 2023 live-action film The Little Mermaid ( Lilla Sjöjungfrun ). She is Juliet in the Swedish production of the Broadway musical & Juliet , featuring music from the iconic Swedish producer Max Martin. The show includes global hits such as Britney Spears’ “...Baby One More Time” and Katy Perry’s “

Hanna Stenbacka Köhler

Mar 284 min read

NAYUME RIISE TAKAHASHI

Commercial Pilot (Captain), and Le Cordon Bleu Grand Meny Chef "Be the best of whatever you do in life, and be kind to one another" It is not every day that one meets a lady who is both a Commercial Pilot (Captain), and a Grand Diplôme Chef from the College of Culinary Arts, Le Cordon Bleu Paris! Both are very demanding, expensive careers, requiring years of study, dedication and training. So, who would not be mesmerized when meeting Nayume -Filipina-Japanese, who is exactl

Luz Bergersen

Mar 233 min read

David Kaufman Stone

David Kaufman Stone is a contemporary artist of Filipino-Spanish descent whose work spans abstract painting, photography, mixed media, and sculpture. Educated at De La Salle University's College of Saint Benilde in Manila and a postgraduate of the University of Oxford, he brings a rare combination of academic rigour and creative freedom to everything he makes. Beyond the canvas, Kaufman is the founder of one of the Philippines' most respected architectural stone companies — a

Maria Renker

Mar 235 min read

Art, Heart, and Heritage: Margo Calderero-Le Lain's Grand Palais Triumph

A Filipina artist brings home and hope to the heart of Paris PARIS — During Art Capital 2025, the Grand Palais witnessed something extraordinary. From February 12 to 15, amid hundreds of international artists, one Filipina stood out — not just for her art, but for her heart. Margo Calderero-Le Lain had transformed one of France's most prestigious venues into more than an exhibition. On February 13, the event began in the afternoon with a special conference at the Philippine E

Dennis Mana-ay

Mar 213 min read

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