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This year-ender issue, The Global 50: Stories of Filipino Excellence Across Continents, maps that journey. It honors Filipinos who chose uncertainty over familiarity, growth over comfort, and reinvention over standing still. Across continents and industries, they learned new languages without losing old prayers, navigated foreign systems while carrying values shaped by family, memory, and resilience. They adapted without disappearing. They evolved without forgetting.

attoo Ink Master isn’t just another tattoo shop in Milan. It’s a living testament to raw talent and artistic vision. At its core is Augil Quiambao, a Filipino tattoo artist whose technical mastery and creative depth have redefined what high-end tattooing can look like in one of the world’s most fashion-conscious cities.

The Filipina Chef  Redefining Fusion on Her Own Terms

Daniel Sorza, a Filipino street photographer walks the streets capturing candid, unguarded moments of public servants with heartfelt thank-you notes—from carabinieri and local police to Red Cross volunteers and members of the armed forces.

Like many overseas Filipino workers, Cheryl and Ryan left the Philippines with aspirations of building a better life. Navigating a foreign country with its own culture, language, and competitive market was not easy.  In a city celebrated for fashion, finesse, and fine taste, these two Filipino dreamers dared to carve a space where no one expected them to thrive—among Milan’s elite event stylists.

The first Augustinian Pope, Leo XIV is the second Roman Pontiff - after Pope Francis - from the Americas.

How festivals like Ubeland give platform to the Filipino food community, democratize access to culture, and its broader mission to uplift Filipino culture through inclusive, street-level culinary celebrations.

Tucked away in Switzerland’s natural beauty, this humble spot brings the unmistakable soul of the carinderia—that vibrant, no-frills eatery known across the Philippines—straight to Europe.

Dittz De Jesus holds onto hope, yearning for the son who vanished without a trace, lost in uncertainty but never forgotten.

From Nurses to Visionary Entrepreneurs, Transforming Lives Through Purpose-Driven Ventures

No boundaries, only love—celebrating the most beautiful LGBTQIA+ weddings, where love shines freely and authentically.

Today’s generation is driven by a sense of purpose, choosing paths that uplift their personal goals but also create a positive impact.

Adobros offers more than just a meal—they offer a story, a journey, and a deeper connection to Filipino culture.