Can I qualify for a green card despite the Petitioner’s Death?
Consider this common factual situation. You are over 21 years old and your US citizen parent petitions you while you are inside the United States. Since this is a preference category, you have to wait many years for your priority date to be current. As the years go by, your petitioning parent dies which in…
Nurse Unseen: A Powerful Tribute to the Filipino Nurses on America’s Frontlines
Documentary shines a light on the Filipino nurses who risked it all during COVID-19 During the COVID-19 pandemic, Filipino nurses, who make up only 4% of the nursing workforce in the United States, found themselves disproportionately on the frontlines. Amid a nationwide healthcare crisis, these nurses faced not only the physical toll of fighting an…
Carnegie, Vallejo top winners in UHSF golf tourney
BURBANK – Luke Carnegie, a Geology Major student currently attending Los Angeles Valley College from Burbank, was the overall winner of the recent 4th United Specialist Healthcare Foundation’s Golf For A Cause tourney at the scenic DeBell Golf Course just below the Verdugo Mountain north of Los Angeles where herd of deer roam in wild…
Pechanga Resort Casino the only US resort/casino on Condé Nast Traveler’s 2024 Readers’ Poll
Of 169 resorts rated, Pechanga Resort Casino is the only casino on the list TEMECULA – With the polls closed and votes tallied, Pechanga Resort Casino outside of Temecula, California came away the clear winner among resort-casinos in Condé Nast Traveler’s 2024 Readers’ Poll. Pechanga Resort Casino was the only one of its kind in…
Diet is key
THE current trend in medicine when it comes to diet is extreme reduction in carbohydrate intake, like rice, bread, desserts, and sweets (candy, ice cream, etc.), and total abstinence from any and all forms of soft drinks, because they increase the risk for the development of Metabolic Syndrome, among adults, and especially children. Avoiding foods…
Abdon gears up for repeat Mabuhay Miles bid
Ryan Abdon is bracing for a tough challenge to repeat as the Philippine Airlines (PAL) 28th Mabuhay Miles Elite Invitational Golf Tournament overall champion on Thursday when a full field of 350 players answers the shotgun start of the elite tournament at the Midlands and Highlands courses in Tagaytay. “I just hope that I get…
All systems go for Geeks On A Beach 7 in Cebu: Celebrating the Philippine startup ecosystem, offering elite networking opportunities
It’s all systems go for the seventh installment of Geeks On A Beach (GOAB), the Philippines’ premier international tech startup conference, which will be held this November 13-15 at the JPark Island Resort and Waterpark in Mactan, Cebu. “Get ready for the biggest tech and startup event of the year,” says Tina Amper, GOAB’s lead…
California Department of Aging Highlights Essential, Free Resources to Support Caregivers for Older Adults and Adults with Disabilities During National Family Caregivers Month
California’s Network of Aging and Caregiving Services Offers Free Resources to Empower and Uplift Family Caregivers WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW: To support the well-being of caregivers, the state provides free, essential tools and resources through the network of Caregiver Resource Centers and Area Agencies on Aging. SACRAMENTO – The California Department of Aging (CDA) is proud…
‘To See A Landscape As It Is’ group exhibit to be shown at Silverlens Manila
IN 2014, the Santos family — husband and wife, Soler and Mona, and their three children, Luis Antonio, Carina, and Isabel — showed their work collectively at Silverlens, in their previous site, along the same road. At this point, Soler and Mona had been working on their practice for decades, while their children were newly…
Fil-Ams advance gov’t representation with election wins across the US
(L-R) San Diego Mayor Todd Gloria won his re-election bid; long-time public servant Jessica Caloza will be the first Filipina American assemblymember in California; former West Sacramento Mayor Christopher Cabaldon also makes history as the first Fil-Am in the California state Senate; and Ysabel Jurado wins her historic bid for the Los Angeles City Council….
Lost Lives, Buried Communities, and Altered Landscapes: The Aftermath of Typhoon Kristine
Typhoon Kristine has left a devastating scar on the communities around Taal Lake. Dozens of lives lost, homes buried under mud and debris, and a landscape forever altered. This tragedy is a stark reminder of the environmental degradation that has been plaguing Taal Lake for years. If we fail to act, we risk facing even…
Challenging Tagaytay layouts host 28th Mabuhay Miles golf
THE 28th edition of the Mabuhay Miles Elite Invitational Golf Tournament goes to Tagaytay on Nov. 14, Thursday, where a full field of 350 players coming from the business sector here and abroad will tee it up. Ryan Abdon will be shooting to win the event for the second straight time after triumphing at the…
‘A monumental shift in our country’: Filipino American organizers react to Trump winning the 2024 presidential election
With another election come and gone, Filipino Americans across all political walks of life are preparing for another presidency with Donald Trump. As previously reported in the Asian Journal, the Asian American electorate is the fastest-growing voting bloc in the United States, and Filipinos are the third-largest Asian group in the country. (After Chinese Americans…
Tenants rights attorney Ysabel Jurado becomes first Fil-Am elected to LA City Council
Ysabel Jurado, a tenants rights attorney, is Los Angeles’ newest councilmember after defeating incumbent councilmember Kevin de León in the race for City Council’s District 14 seat. Progressive candidate Ysabel Jurado, a tenant rights attorney, became the first-ever Filipina American Los Angeles city councilmember, unseating the incumbent Kevin de León of the city’s 14th district….
On Placing Our Full Trust in God
“The jar of flour shall not go empty, nor the jug of oil run dry, until the day when the LORD sends rain upon the earth.” (1 Kings 17:14) This biblical phrase always fascinates me. It comes from the story of Elijah, who, as he met a widow at the entrance of the city of…
Courts Can Reject Non-Credible Business Deductions for Child Support Calculations pursuant to Marriage of Rodriguez
Determining guideline child support has always been a challenge when one of the parents is self-employed. Most self-employed parents will understate their real income by showing as many business deductions as possible either in their schedule C if they are a sole proprietor or in their Form 1120S if they are an S Corporation. The…
I am my brother’s keeper
I still think about my conversation with my older brother last week when I visited him. “It’s amazing that we’ve both reached this age,” I told him. “How quickly time has flown by,” I added. “I still remember our youthful years growing up together.” “Yes,” he responded, “I’m scared.” “What are you scared of?” I…
Citizen Pinoy tackles pathways for Filipino healthcare workers seeking US jobs in ‘Your Tanong, My Sagot’
IN a brand-new episode of “Citizen Pinoy” this Sunday, November 10, leading U.S. Immigration Attorney Michael J. Gurfinkel addresses the critical issues of Filipino healthcare workers eager to pursue nursing and caregiving jobs in the United States. Recently taped at Bonifacio Global City (BGC) in the Philippines, this “Your Tanong, My Sagot” episode answers some…
For journalist Chino Hansel Philyang, kindness matters
Chino Hansel Philyang A HALL of Fame awardee in journalism, Chino Hansel Philyang is an author of 18 books who started in the radio industry at age 16. Armed with a degree in broadcast communication and mass communication, he took his cultural upbringing and strong ideas to carve a path out of his own in…
$1.6M grant paves way for new Filipino American community hub in Queens
In a symbolic gesture marking a significant investment in New York’s Filipino American community, United States Rep. Grace Meng (D-Queens) presented a $1.6 million federal grant designated to establish a community center for Filipino Americans in Queens. The announcement, celebrated by local leaders, advocates, and members of the community, took place in the heart of…
Rep. Andy Kim makes history as first Korean American elected to the US Senate
In a historic victory, Rep. Andy Kim (D-NJ) was elected to the U.S. Senate on November 5, becoming the first Korean American to serve in the chamber. Kim’s victory, after a fiercely contested campaign against the Democratic establishment, is seen as a powerful call for political reform, transparency, and inclusivity. Speaking to supporters in Cherry…
Historic firsts: Caloza, Cabaldon break new ground as Filipino Americans in California Legislature
Two Fil-Ams make history and will serve in the California state Legislature following their wins in the 2024 election. Jessica Caloza (left), former Los Angeles Board of Public Works commissioner, will be the first Filipina in the state Assembly, representing District 52. Christopher Cabaldon (right), former West Sacramento Mayor, is the first Fil-Am in the…
Trump clinches US presidential victory as VP Harris concedes
DONALD Trump has clinched the United States presidency in a tightly contested election against Vice President Kamala Harris, marking a dramatic return to the White House. Trump’s key wins in critical battleground states sealed his victory. In her concession speech, Harris urged her supporters to “accept the results of this election” and emphasized the need…
15th PHILSME Business Expo To Uplift 9,000+ SMEs and Entrepreneurs
The PHILSME Business Expo is back for its 15th edition to showcase innovative business solutions for small and medium enterprises (SMEs) on November 22-23, 2024, 10 am- 6 pm at the SMX Convention Center Manila, Pasay City, Metro Manila. The country’s largest business-to-business trade show for SMEs, start-up founders, and entrepreneurs returns following its successful…
AI – friend or foe
ONE of the greatest human innovations introduced in recent times is Artificial Intelligence, which crude forms have actually been around for centuries. The recent field of AI research started in 1956 at the Darthmouth Summer Research Project. Still a controversial matter, AI, a double-edge sword, and could cut both ways. The vast benefits artificial intelligence…
Lemuel Balagot, Founder of LA Rose Cafe and Beloved Filipino Community Icon Passes Away at 73
Lemuel Teofilo Lorenzana Balagot, celebrated restauranteur and beloved owner of LA Rose Cafe, Hollywood’s long-running Filipino cafe, passed peacefully in his sleep surrounded by his family on October 17th, 2024. He was 73 years old. His death came after he endured an encephalitis infection followed by a two-year bout with myelodysplastic syndrome that resulted in…
On Nurturing a Healthy Mind, Body, and Spirit
On Nurturing a Healthy Mind, Body, and Spirit How can we shift our mindset from negative thinking to positive thinking? How do we transform our depressive thoughts into more joyful ones? How can we develop the habit of feeling worthy of love and belonging, maintaining optimism about our health and society, and recognizing goodness in…
What’s at stake: in 2024: A pivotal election for six big health issues
By Arthur Allen and Phil Galewitz and Julie Rovner and Daniel Chang, KFF Health News In the final days of the campaign, stark disagreements between Vice President Kamala Harris and former President Donald Trump over the future of American health care are on display — in particular, in sober warnings about abortion access, the specter of future cuts to the Affordable Care…
On Medicare enrollment, COVID-19 vaccination
THE annual Medicare Open Enrollment Period runs from October 15, 2024, to December 7, 2024. Additionally, the State Health Insurance Marketplace Open Enrollment Period takes place from November 1, 2024, to December 15, 2024, with some states extending it to January 15, 2025. <Q1> Why is this fall’s Medicare Open Enrollment Period especially important? Positive…
Election 2024: Voters to weigh in on 10 propositions on California ballot
California voters face a range of propositions this 2024 election season, covering issues from education and public health to housing and criminal justice reform. Here’s a guide to each proposition, the key supporters and opponents, and the arguments on both sides. Proposition 2: Authorizes Bonds for Public School and Community College Facilities Summary: Prop 2 would approve…
