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Death Toll Hits 240 in Philippine Flooding

New York Times - Sep 29, 2009‎
The tropical storm arrived in the Philippines over the weekend, releasing the largest amount of rainfall in nearly half a century and flooding 80 percent of Greater Manila before moving on to Vietnam...full article

Philippine Madrigal Singers Concert | Sep 27

Heinz Chapel, University of Pittsburgh
Pittsburgh, PA
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Flooding in Philippines Leaves Dozens Dead

RP architect leads in US art shelter contest

Inquirer.net - Sep 23, 2009
MANILA, Philippines—Filipino Architect Gonzalo “Jun” Raymundo Jr. is one of the top 10 finalists in the prestigious Guggenheim Art Shelter. At press time, he is leading the online voting poll for the award, the Philippine Embassy in Washington reported on Tuesday. ...full article  | Vote

Filipinos celebrate Penafrancia in London

ABS CBN News - Sep 23, 2009‎
Filipinos from all over England gathered along the River Thames in London to celebrate the anniversary of Our Lady of Penafrancia. The religious festival is centered around the Penafrancia Fluvial Parade, which took place on the 13th of September from Westminster Pier. ...full article

Fil-Am officer receives Medal of Valor in Los Angeles

GMA news.tv - Sep 15, 2009
After exemplifying courage beyond the call of duty, a Filipino-American law enforcement officer has been awarded the Medal of Valor – the highest honor a member of the Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department (LASD) can receive. ...full article

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Film on poor Filipino grannies wins fans in Venice

Reuters - ‎Sep 11, 2009‎
VENICE (Reuters) - Two Filipino grandmothers scraping a living to get by in Manila's slums are at the center of Brillante Mendoza's new film "Lola," a story about the resourcefulness of people living in abject poverty. ...full article

California Declares October as Filipino American History Month

Press Release - Sep 09, 2009
SACRAMENTO – The California State Legislature has unanimously approved legislation to officially recognize the accomplishments of Filipino Americans.  Senate Concurrent Resolution 48, authored by Senator Leland Yee (D-San Francisco/San Mateo), declares October as Filipino American History Month. ...full article

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