

Karla Estrada Graduates College at 48 Through ETEEAP, Proving It’s Never Too Late to Learn
Photo: Facebook Post TV host and actress earns degree in Office Administration from Philippine Christian University MANILA — Actress and television host Karla Estrada has reached a new milestone—this time, not…

Homelessness Declines in San Diego County: Regional Collaboration, Investment Drive Progress
San Diego County sees a 6.6% drop in homelessness from 2024 to 2025, with family homelessness down 72% and veteran homelessness down 25%, thanks to strategic investments and regional collaboration….

Pacquiao’s Comeback: Cheers, Caution, and the Challenge of Time
Manny Pacquiao, 46, returns to the boxing ring to challenge WBC welterweight champion Mario Barrios on July 19. As critics raise concerns over age and fairness, Pacquiao eyes legacy and…

Senate Unanimously Passes Bill Granting $25,000 Tax Break for Tipped Workers
In a rare display of bipartisan unity, the U.S. Senate on Tuesday unanimously approved the “No Tax on Tips Act,” a bill that would exempt up to $25,000 in annual…

California AG Bonta Warns Cities: Enforce Housing Law or Face Fines Under New SB 1037
SACRAMENTO — California Attorney General Rob Bonta is stepping up pressure on local governments to comply with the state’s housing laws, issuing a legal bulletin this month that warns city and…
EDD’s “Virtual Assistant” (Chatbot) Now Available in Eight Languages
By: Abraham Liu, Information Officer, EDD The Employment Development Department (EDD) has made it easier for Californians to get helpful information about EDD programs and services from the EDD website…

WAYMO’S ROBOTAXIS GET GREEN LIGHT TO ROLL INTO SAN JOSE: CPUC Approves Autonomous Ride-Hailing Expansion in Bay Area
A Waymo One rider loading the trunk of a Waymo Jaguar I-PACE . (Source: Waymo) Waymo receives CPUC approval to expand its driverless taxi services into San Jose and the…

San Francisco Is Sinking: New Study Warns of Land Subsidence Crisis Amid Rising Seas
San Francisco International Airport (SFO), built on reclaimed land over former marshes, faces heightened risks from land subsidence and sea-level rise — a growing concern as much of the Bay…

The Face on the Screen Is Smiling—From the Philippines
A customer places an order with a virtual cashier via live video at restaurant in Manhattan. The screen connects diners with remote workers based in the Philippines—part of a growing…

Celebrating AAPI Heritage Month
By Senator Catherine Cortez Masto Photo from https://www.facebook.com/catherinecortezmasto/ Nevada’s Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander communities make up an essential part of our state’s economy and our culture. As…

Measles can kill
THE current measles outbreak has targeted North Dakota, having its first case since 2011. The count went up to 1001 on May 9, 2025, more than 3 times in all…

Opposition Regains Ground: Hontiveros Hails Return of Allies to Senate, Partylist Wins
Sen. Risa Hontiveros Photo from Facebook/@hontiverosrisa MANILA, Philippines – Senator Risa Hontiveros, long regarded as the lone opposition voice in the Philippine Senate, welcomed what she described as the resurgence of…

COMELEC Certifies 2025 PH Senate Results: Bong Go Tops Official List
11 out of 12 newly elected senators attended the COMELEC proclamation at Manila Hotel—highlighting both dynastic continuity and the surprising return of independents and opposition voices to the Senate, setting the…

Why AAPI Heritage Month Matters—Especially Now
Each May, the United States observes Asian American and Pacific Islander (AAPI) Heritage Month, a national recognition of the generations of Asian and Pacific Islander Americans who have enriched America’s…

Homeownership Premiums Soar in West Coast Cities
A new Redfin report reveals that the gap between renting and owning a home has reached record highs in several major U.S. cities, especially in California and other tech-heavy regions….

Filipino Cardinals Reflect on Conclave and the Election of Pope Leo XIV
Left to right: Archbishop of Manila Jose Cardinal Advincula, Pro-Prefect of the Vatican’s Dicastery for Evangelization Luis Antonio Cardinal Tagle, and Kalookan Bishop Pablo Virgilio Cardinal David ROME — Following…

Leni Robredo Makes History as First Female Mayor of Naga City
Earning the votes of an overwhelming majority, Leni Robredo becomes the first female local chief executive of Naga City, calling it a “full circle moment.” Robredo reflects on the chance to honor and…

Trump Signs Order to Lower Drug Prices for Americans
President Trump signs a bold new executive order to lower prescription drug prices in the U.S WASHINGTON, D.C. – In a renewed effort to tackle the high cost of prescription…

Richard Gomez and Lucy Torres-Gomez Secure Reelection in Leyte
Congressman Richard Gomez and Mayor Lucy Torres-Gomez were re-elected in Leyte’s 4th District and Ormoc City, respectively. (Photo courtesy of Lucy Torres-Gomez’s official Facebook page) The power couple secured reelection…

What to expect at ISkin MedSpa in Beverly Hills and Rancho Cucamonga
If I were to describe the feeling you are bound to experience when you come to our medical spa facility Iskin in Beverly Hills and Rancho Cucamonga, I would simply…

My encounter with Bam Aquino
AJ columnist Rogelio Constantino Medina with Bam Aquino PAOLO Benigno “Bam” Aguirre Aquino IV is the youngest among the brood of three sons of Paul Aquino of Concepcion, Tarlac and…

The advantage of being in the US
Birthday celebrant Henry Roxas Ayson (in shaded eyeglasses) with his family, relatives and friends after a Bible fellowship in April Joy Samantha Ayson’s home in Hiddenbrooke, Vallejo, California. Photos compiled…

Manny Pacquiao Falls Short in Senate Bid as Son Michael Rises in GenSan Politics
Manny Pacquiao and son Michael Stephen Pacquiao. While the elder Pacquiao fell short in his Senate comeback bid, Michael secured his first term as a city councilor in General Santos…

Grateful to God for Our New Pope
As I write this message, I cannot still help but feel the joy and hope in my heart at recognizing God’s grace in giving us a new pope, Leo XIV….

Las Vegas Tourism Declines Amid ‘Trump Slump’ and Border Crackdowns
LAS VEGAS – Tourism in Las Vegas has taken a downturn in 2025, with the city reporting a 7.8% drop in visitor arrivals and a 3.9% decline in passenger traffic…

FTC’s “Junk Fee” Rule Takes Effect, Requiring Upfront Pricing for Hotels and Event Tickets
A new Federal Trade Commission (FTC) rule banning deceptive “junk fees” officially took effect on May 12, 2025, marking a significant shift in how hotels and event ticket sellers are required…

Most Dangerous Intersections in 2025 Identified by Metro Police
LAS VEGAS — The Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department (LVMPD) has released new data identifying the most crash-prone intersections in the valley for 2025, highlighting the urgent need for heightened caution…

Limited-edition t-shirt featuring “Golden Knight” image offered for free at 10 Cox retail store locations in Southern Nevada
Image created by speed-artist Revel on behalf of Cox Cox Communications has partnered with speed painter, Revel, to capture the essence of our hometown Vegas Golden Knights. Revel’s signature “Golden Knight”…

PH Delegation Showcases Investment Potential at 2025 SelectUSA Summit in Washington, D.C.
Philippine Ambassador Jose Manuel ‘Babe’ Romualdez meets with delegates at the Embassy in Washington, D.C., where he emphasized the summit as a valuable opportunity to showcase the Philippines’ investment potential…

Told she must leave, Marie was able to receive her green card in the US!
IN 2002, Marie and her three children visited the U.S. as tourists. They planned to visit family and then return home to the Philippines. However, Marie later decided to remain…