Nieman Lab Predictions for 2024 - Dec. 2023

Journalists will look for answers outside the news industry

“Attend that academic conference, that legal convention, or that public health convening where you don’t know anyone.”

Nieman Lab Predictions for 2023 - Nov. 2022

Community partnerships drive better reporting

“It shows the power behind diverse teams who bring their shared life experiences to the table. It confirms that this work can’t be locked inside in newsroom silos.”

Positively Filipino - June 8, 2022

Life and Debt (of Gratitude)

This is my journey in redefining utang na loob and debt.

The Points Guy - April 26, 2022

Guam: How I booked a trip to where America’s day begins with points and miles

I decided to check out this island that straddles days like no other place in America.

The Points Guy - April 15, 2022

Why Guam should be your next destination rather than a layover

Here's why Guam is more than just a spot for a layover between Hawaii and Asia — it's a destination you should consider planning your entire trip around.

The Points Guy - Jan. 15, 2022

Outdoor dining: a pandemic lifeline for restaurants

From simple tents to elaborate custom-built outdoor enclosures, restaurants got creative and added a unique layer to the experience.

The Points Guy - Dec. 28, 2021

A classic getaway: Revisiting the Las Vegas of my childhood to love it even more

Would the Las Vegas of now ruin my memories of the Las Vegas I grew up with? I decided to find out.

The Points Guy - Dec. 2, 2021

Aloha in the desert: Las Vegas as Hawaii's 'ninth island'

Las Vegas is home to one of largest population of Native Hawaiians outside of Hawaii.

The Points Guy - Nov. 29, 2021

This $1,000-per-night Las Vegas suite takes you back to the 1980s

You don't need Marty McFly's DeLorean to travel back in time to the 1980s. You just need to book a stay at the El Cortez hotel's Jackie Gaughan suite – a $1,000-per-night space that's frozen in time.

The Points Guy - Oct. 28, 2021

Armless pilot Jessica Cox on inclusive globe trotting and how points and miles helps her travel

For Cox, travel has always required some innovation and creativity.

The Points Guy - Oct. 21, 2021

Hand tapping into history: A sacred Filipino practice with travel roots is alive in Las Vegas

Just a few miles away from the world-famous strip, a sacred tattooing practice is alive thanks to Filipino cultural practitioner and scholar Lane Wilcken.

The Points Guy - Oct. 19, 2021

Hospitality, innovation and feeding the soul: Meet the Filipino Americans of travel

Filipinos are the third-largest Asian American group in the nation, and there are more than 4 million Filipino Americans living in the U.S., many of whom work in the hospitality industry.

The Points Guy - Oct. 6, 2021

From the Bay to the Bayou: 10 places that are steeped in Filipino American history

As you travel around the United States, here are 10 places you probably didn't know were steeped in Filipino American history.

HuffPost - August 1, 2020

Bar Axing Name Over Cultural Appropriation, But Filipino Community Says Issue Runs Deeper

Members of D.C.'s Filipino community argue the four white men who opened Barkada did a disservice to the word's roots.

HuffPost - June 26, 2020

‘A Thousand Cuts’ To Democracy: Documentary Looks At The Battle for Press Freedom

The film chronicles Filipino journalist Maria Ressa’s fight to hold those in power accountable.

HuffPost - January 29, 2020

HuffPost - January 29, 2020

How the Filipino Community is fighting medical invisibility

Asian Americans are often put under one medical umbrella, affecting available research and more. That's dangerous for their health.

MPR - September 4, 2018

MPR - September 4, 2018

Crookston grad's app links old-world banking, new-world tech

Paying for college can be a daunting task for anyone, but it's doubly difficult navigating those money issues when you're a young adult new to the country.

AP Photo Used - July 14, 2019

AP Photo Used - July 14, 2019

No lights, big city: Power outage KOs Broadway, Times Square

I filed photos and videos to the AP’s overall coverage. The photo above made the wire and I filed an insert that made the mainbar story above.

CNN - June 28, 2018

CNN - June 28, 2018

These 600 Hawaiian cats have a better life than you

Running water. Fresh food. Endless cuddles. Welcome to the Lana'i Cat Sanctuary, where nearly 600 cats of all shapes and sizes have a home in Hawaii for the rest of their lives.

CNNMoney - November 19, 2017

CNNMoney - November 19, 2017

Using 'The Simpsons' to explain how Asian Americans are overlooked

Hollywood has offered up few Asian American stars. But one of its most well-known is a cartoon: Apu from "The Simpsons."

CNNMoney - March 19, 2017

CNNMoney - March 19, 2017

What's in a Thin Mint? Well, that depends

When is a Samoa not a Samoa? It turns out that not all Girl Scout cookies are created equal. That's because there are two officially licensed bakeries in the U.S., and each has its own slightly different take on the iconic favorites.

CNNMoney - October 11, 2015

CNNMoney - October 11, 2015

Can Star Trek's world with no money work?

"Star Trek" has dared to "boldly go where no man has gone before" -- including a world without money. Through its many iterations -- including TV series and films like Enterprise, the Next Generation, and Deep Space Nine -- one thing is constant in the "Star Trek" franchise: It's set in a future world where accumulating wealth does not carry the same value as in the present day.

CNNMoney - July 7, 2015

CNNMoney - July 7, 2015

A Millennial, a mom and a mortgage: Ties that bind

Seven years ago, I became an accidental homeowner at age 25. I didn't plan it that way. And even though it means I carry the burden of paying for two homes now and have less disposable cash, I believe it was one of my best financial decisions.

CNNMoney - January 31, 2015

CNNMoney - January 31, 2015

In Football They Trust: Polynesians' Pipeline To The American Dream

There are only about 300,000 Samoans and Tongans in America but their impact in one of the most American sports of all time is huge.

VICE News - May 26, 2014

VICE News - May 26, 2014

French National Front Party's European Victory Signals Rise of the Far Right

The FN election victory reflects French voters' dissatisfaction with the European Union, amid economic strain on the country.

VICE News - April 28, 2014

VICE News - April 28, 2014

Protesters Accuse US of 'Imperialism' as Obama Rekindles Military Deal With Philippines

A new deal marks the greatest access the US has had to bases in the island nation since the early 1990s, and many Filipinos are concerned.

CBS News - June 26, 2014

CBS News - June 26, 2014

Software That Can Automatically Cut The Boring Out Of Your Videos

No one wants to watch a boring video.

Luckily, computer scientists at Carnegie Mellon University have created a program that promises to cut the "boring" out automatically.

CBS News - June 12, 2014

CBS News - June 12, 2014

“Cool” Kids Don’t Stay Popular Forever, Study Finds

Those "cool" kids who were at the top of the popularity food chain in middle school may not be so cool by time they hit adulthood -- and are more likely to face challenges with relationships and drugs, according to a new study.

CBS News - May 29, 2014

CBS News - May 29, 2014

Women With “Vocal Fry,” Creaky, Low-Pitch Voices, Less Likely To Get Hired

If you're job-seeking woman with a creaky, low-pitch voice, you may have some trouble securing a gig, according to a new study.

CBS News - May 1, 2014

CBS News - May 1, 2014

The Secret Behind How Ancient Egyptians Moved Pyramid Stones

Building a pyramid is no easy task -- especially when it comes to transporting heavy stones across the hot desert. But physicists say they've uncovered the secret behind how ancient Egyptians moved the stones -- wet sand.

CBS News - April 25, 2014

CBS News - April 25, 2014

Why Are People So Spiteful?

Celebrities locked in legal battles and parents in the middle of a nasty divorce are more prone to carry out some act of vindictiveness against the opposing party -- even if it means getting hurt themselves. So what makes a person willing to pay the price of that self-inflicted pain?

CBS News - April 24, 2014

CBS News - April 24, 2014

Dirty Money: Your Cash Is Home To Thousands Of Bacteria

Your money is dirtier than you think. The dollar bill is home to thousands of microbes -- bacteria, fungi and pathogens that can cause such illnesses as skin infections, stomach ulcers and food poisoning, according to scientists.