Medical alert
DO you snore? Between 25 to 50 percent of adults snore regularly, and occasional snoring is almost universal. If one snores and wakes up tired and feeling sleep-deprived most of…
The Women of Impact
As Women’s History Month draws to a close, the city of Las Vegas is set to celebrate with the release of a ground-breaking book, “IMPACT: Stories From Women of Las…
Las Casas Filipinas de Acuzar Unveils Exclusive Summer Promo and Loyalty Program for Global Travelers
Bagac, Bataan, Philippines—Las Casas Filipinas de Acuzar, a renowned heritage resort in the Philippines, is celebrating its 15th Anniversary by launching two exciting initiatives: the Timeless Summer and its much-awaited…
Harry Roque Seeks Asylum in the Netherlands Amid Legal Challenges in the Philippines
THE HAGUE, NETHERLANDS—Former Philippine presidential spokesperson Harry Roque has surfaced in the Netherlands, announcing his intention to seek political asylum amid mounting legal challenges in the Philippines. Roque, known for…
LA County Launches Help for Small Businesses After Fires, Pandemic
BySelen Ozturk With minority-owned Los Angeles businesses taking a double-hit of the pandemic and recent fires, the county is stepping up help. LA County houses approximately 1,397,434 small businesses, comprising nearly 99.96%…
Henry Chen Installed as 2025 President of AREAA North Los Angeles Chapter
President Henry Chen and the 2025 AREAA North Los Angeles leadership team take their oath of office, officially installed by AREAA National President Jamie Tian at a gala held at…
Trump Administration’s Birthright Citizenship Battle Reaches Supreme Court
President Trump’s Executive Order 14160 faces multiple legal challenges, with the Supreme Court’s decision poised to reshape constitutional law, immigration policy, and the rights of millions. Will the justices uphold…
USPS and DOGE Agreement: Reform or Road to Privatization
Washington, D.C. – The United States Postal Service (USPS) has entered into an agreement with Elon Musk’s Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) in a bid to modernize its operations and cut costs….
One APIA Nevada and the Asian Community Development Council to Host Advocacy Days at the Nevada Legislature
The groups plan to bring over 75 Nevadans to the state capital during the week of March 17th. Carson City – One APIA Nevada and the Asian Community Development Council (ACDC) will host…
Congress Considers $800 Billion Medicaid Cut, Putting Healthcare In Jeopardy for Millions of Working Families
BySunita Sohrabji Mar 13, 2025 “These are the worst cuts to Medicaid in the history of the program.” – Stan Dorn, director of the Health Policy Project at UnidosUS. 31…
Trump Health Care Proposal Billed as Consumer Protection but Adds Enrollment Hoops
The Trump administration issued its first major set of proposed changes to the Affordable Care Act on Monday that federal officials said are intended to crack down on fraud in…
How Will DEI Bans Affect U.S. Small Businesses?
BySelen Ozturk Mar 11, 2025 Since Trump’s termination of federal diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) initiatives, small businesses nationwide are expected to take a major hit. Since Trump’s termination of…
Huge Spike in Consumer Fraud Losses, New FTC Data Show
ByPeter Schurmann Mar 13, 2025 Of the 2.6 million reports of scams submitted to the FTC in 2024, 38% reported losing money, up from 27% in 2023. US consumers lost…
Duterte declared fit to stand trial, makes first appearance before ICC
Attorney claims the 79-year-old former PH president ‘too ill’ from ‘debilitating’ health issues AFTER landing in the Netherlands earlier this week, former Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte made his first appearance…
Pinalawig ang deadline para sa mga nakaligtas sa sunog sa LA na mag-aplay para sa Disaster Unemployment Assistance
Photo courtesy of EDD SACRAMENTO — Ang mga manggagawa, may-ari ng negosyo, at mga self-employed na tao sa Los Angeles County na naapektuhan ng mga sunog sa California ay mayroon…
Leni Robredo, an epitome of a courageous woman
Former Philippine Vice President Leni Robredo and Rogelio Constantino Medina Photos collated by Rogelio C. Medina THE first time I saw Leni Robredo was during the wake for her husband…
Overseas Filipinos Can Vote Online for the 2025 Elections
Overseas Filipinos in the U.S. and around the world can now vote online for the 2025 midterm elections, making the process more accessible and efficient. For the first time in…
Duterte in ICC Custody: A Defiant Message, Court Schedule, and Detention in The Hague
Former President Duterte breaks his silence with a defiant message on Facebook en route to The Hague: ‘I take full responsibility. This will be a long legal battle, but I…
ASIAN AMERICANS ADVANCING JUSTICE CONDEMNS GUTTING OF THE DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION
Organizations Say Trump Move Puts Equal Education at Risk WASHINGTON, D.C.––On March 12, 2025, President Trump moved forward with one of his most troubling campaign promises to dismantle the Department of…
Jacob Batalon reflects on ‘Novocaine,’ Filipino roots, and his recent engagement
Jacob Batalon, Amber Midthunder, Jack Quaid, and Ray Nicholson Filipino American actor Jacob Batalon is stepping into a new chapter of his life, both personally and professionally. The 27-year-old actor,…
Dealing with Assets Omitted in a Divorce Case
You and your spouse may have gone through a lengthy and contentious divorce proceeding. This is usually the most difficult period of a person’s life. Finally, time heals all pain. …
Food and cancer
THERE is no question that we are what we eat, and that some food items are inflammatory, causing all sorts of ailments among us. Inflammation, like imbalanced microbiome (“good and…
Reconnect with Your Roots: There’s Still Time to Join the 2025 Very Important Pinoy (VIP) Tour and VIP Next Gen Tour
The 2025 VIP Tour is more than just a vacation; it’s a chance to reconnect with your heritage, explore the beauty of the Philippines, and witness the positive transformations happening in…
Eduksine USA Brings Filipino Stories to a Global Audience with Free Indie Film Festival
LOS ANGELES, CA – Filipino independent cinema is making waves worldwide through Eduksine USA’s Online Filipino Film Festival, a free streaming event running until May 2025. This initiative, in partnership…
Former PH President Rodrigo Duterte to face ICC in The Hague
Duterte was arrested for crimes against humanity over extrajudicial drug killings Former Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte—the iron-fisted populist whose deadly anti-drug crackdowns prompted international outrage—on Tuesday, March 11 was arrested…
The International Criminal Court: Justice Without Borders
The International Criminal Court (ICC), based in The Hague, Netherlands, is the world’s first permanent tribunal dedicated to prosecuting crimes against humanity. Led by a team of judges, prosecutors, and legal…
Rodrigo Duterte Faces ICC Investigation: Global Response as Transfer to The Hague Begins
The political landscape in the Philippines has been significantly influenced by the evolving relationship between President Ferdinand “Bongbong” Marcos Jr. and former President Rodrigo Duterte. Initially allies during the 2022…
Private Screening of Filipino Indie Film What You Did Brings Spotlight to Independent Cinema and Mental Health Awareness
Los Angeles, CA – What You Did, an acclaimed psychological thriller from the Philippines, will have a private screening at the Laemmle Theatre in Glendale on March 16, bringing together film…
Rodrigo Duterte: The Rise and Fall of the Philippines’ Controversial Leader
Duterte remains an enduring figure—seen by some as a hero who brought order and by others as a leader who undermined democracy and human rights. Photo Credit : Creative Commons…
Former Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte Arrested on ICC Warrant
Rodrigo Duterte served as the 16th President of the Philippines from 2016 to 2022. Known for his tough-on-crime stance, he previously held a long tenure as mayor of Davao City….
