Celebrating Pasifika Excellence: Q&A with Okilani Veatupu Hautau
Breaking barriers in one of the world’s most prestigious academic arenas, Okilani Veatupu Hautau, a proud Tongan and first-generation college graduate earned his Bachelor of Arts in Sociology from Columbia University, an Ivy League institution. His decision to walk away from Division I football to fully embrace academics marked a powerful shift toward purpose and […]
Inside the Room: Where Our Stories Were Heard, AANHPI Songwriting Camp with Mono Stereo Groove
In mid-May, in the heart of Los Angeles, something powerful unfolded behind studio doors, something that went far beyond beats, melodies, or even the music itself. Mono Stereo Groove, an emerging yet powerful collective of Asian creators and executives in the music industry, hosted a songwriting camp in celebration of AANHPI Month. The camp wasn’t […]
Who’s Taking Home the Trophies? AMAs 2025 Hits Tomorrow!
Sound the alarms… Aotearoa’s biggest night in music is going down tomorrow! The Aotearoa Music Awards 2025 is happening Thursday, May 29, and the energy? Immaculate. Whether you’ve got one Aotearoa artist on your playlist or a full-on essentials only collection (and we know you do), tomorrow is a celebration of the voices, vibes, and […]
Black Ferns vs USA: A Pasifika Story of Legacy, Debut & Sisterhood
Daughters of the Pacific – Vei, Sylvia, and the Game That Carries Us All On one side of the world, it’ll be Friday night under the lights. On the other, Saturday afternoon in Tāmaki Makaurau. But no matter where you are, this weekend’s clash between the Black Ferns and USA is one to circle, underline, […]
Heavy Hitters Enter the Ring: Reigns & Momoa Eye Street Fighter
New challenger(s) approaching… 👀 Reigns and Momoa might just break the game. #StreetFighter Roman Reigns + Jason Momoa = the crossover we didn’t know we needed. Deadline reports that Roman Reigns and Jason Momoa, along with Noah Centineo and Andrew Koji, are currently in talks to star in Legendary’s live-action adaptation of Street Fighter based […]
Why Frankie Luvu’s Story Hits Different for Us
A PMN+ Feature Inspired by the NFL’s Mini-Documentary – Frankie Luvu’s Journey: From American Samoa to NFL Stardom From the heart of the Pacific to the roar of packed NFL stadiums, Frankie Luvu’s journey is more than a story of athletic excellence, it’s a living testament to the power of heritage, family, faith, and purpose. […]
A Hawaiian Roller Coaster Ride of a Lifetime
When American Idol winner Iam Tongi returned to the stage for Disney Night, he didn’t come alone. Backed by a choir of talented keiki and the guiding hands of Pasifika creatives, his performance of “Hawaiian Roller Coaster Ride” became more than just a song it became a celebration of heritage, unity, and the power of […]
Pacific Nations Cup 2025: A Major Moment for Rugby in the USA… and for Pasifika Pride
World Rugby, in collaboration with USA Rugby and TEG Rugby Live, has officially unveiled the full schedule for the highly anticipated Pacific Nations Cup 2025 (PNC), the second edition of the reimagined and expanded competition that continues to cement its place in the global rugby calendar. And here’s what has us buzzing: the 2025 Finals […]
Legendary. Iconic. Trailblazing. Pioneering. Groundbreaking. Influential. Fearless. Brotherhood.
These are just a few words that come to mind when we think of Boo-Yaa T.R.I.B.E., a group that redefined hip-hop and left an indelible mark on the culture. The Boo-Yaa T.R.I.B.E. – a pioneering hip-hop group from Carson, California, consisting of Samoan-American brothers: Paul, Ted, Donald, Vincent, Roscoe, Danny, and David Devoux. Their music […]
Pasifika Power in Texas: Houston SaberCats Set for a High-Stakes International Night Showdown
Rugby may not yet be the dominant sport in America, but in the Pacific, it’s more than just a game, it’s a way of life. The physicality, passion, and brotherhood found on the rugby field are deeply ingrained in the culture of Pacific Island nations, producing some of the most formidable athletes in the world. […]