California flu reports ‘high’ flu activity
STATEWIDE flu activity has reached high levels across California, which has the potential to add to an already concerning number of hospitalizations of children due to the spread of winter viruses including Respiratory Syncytial Virus (RSV), Influenza (Flu) and COVID-19. State public health leaders are reminding Californians that masking in indoor public places, among other…
REAL ID requirement delayed until 2025
THE enforcement of the REAL ID requirement for air travelers has been pushed back to another two years, the United States Department of Homeland Security (DHS) announced on Monday, Dec. 5. The date has been delayed by 24 months from May 3, 2023 to May 7, 2025, according to the agency. Under the new regulations published to…
Manny Pacquiao releases movie against Asian hate crimes
LOS ANGELES – Eight-division world champion Manny Pacquiao has xxecutive produced a movie to raise awareness of Asian hate crimes titled “Almighty Zeus”, which had a theatrical release in selected theaters starting December 2, 2022. Pacquiao said, “I hope this movie will encourage and Inspire a lot of people, not only In America but all…
Celebrate New Year’s Eve at Graton Casino!
ROHNERT PARK – Come to the all-round leisure and entertainment destination, Graton Resort & Casino, to celebrate the last month of 2022! On December 1, 8, 15, 22, 29, every Thursday, from 5 p.m. to 10 p.m., Oh What Fun Slot Tournaments will be held. 50 winners are guaranteed at each tournament. The top prize…
Pampanga giant lanterns light up the Philippine Center in New York
The Philippine Consulate General in New York, together with the Filipino-American Community, commenced the Christmas season in New York City, on the first day of December, through the first ever giant Christmas lantern lighting ceremony held at the Philippine Center. Almost a hundred people attended the historic lighting of two parols, shipped all the way…
ConGen Ferrer attends Filipino Ministry’s 10th annual gala
THE Philippine Consulate General in San Francisco, led by Consul General Neil Ferrer, attended the 10th Annual Gala of the Filipino Ministry last October, organized by the Filipino Ministry gala committee led by Ms. Estelle Oloresisimo and Vicar for Filipinos Rev. Angel Quitalig, at the Patrons’ Hall of the Cathedral of St. Mary of the Assumption…
Speier legislation to remove sexual harassment from the military chain of command included in FY23 NDAA
WASHINGTON, DC – On Wednesday, December 7, Congresswoman Jackie Speier (D-CA), Chair of the House Armed Services Subcommittee on Military Personal and Co-Chair of the Democratic Women’s Caucus, celebrated the inclusion of her provisions to finally remove the crime of sexual harassment from the military chain of command and to provide other key protections for…
PCGSF participates in reception hosted by Mill Creek city council in Washington
THE Philippine Consulate General in San Francisco participated in a reception hosted by the City Council of Mill Creek, Washington at its city hall in honor of visiting Consulate personnel and members of the Filipino community last October. The reception was held in view of the Consulate’s consular outreach mission in Mill Creek, Washington from October…
President Marcos Jr. to sign Executive Order to expedite implementation of strategic investments that will accelerate economic growth and generate jobs in PH
Manila—President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. will be signing an Executive Order (EO) providing for guidelines to expedite the processing and issuance of permits and licenses for the implementation of strategic investments in the Philippines and creation of a green lane that will translate to more quality jobs for Filipinos. In line with the President’s directive…
Graduate student strike highlights need for greater state investment in public universities
By Louis Freedberg, Ethnic Media Services The strike of academic student workers at the University of California, now in its third week, has major implications for public education, which is why it is being watched closely by educators throughout the nation. If the students get anywhere close to forcing the 10-campus university system to meet…
Philippine Embassy in Washington D.C. Adds to Philippine Collection in the U.S. Library of Congress
The Sentro Rizal of the Philippine Embassy in Washington D.C. donated Philippine history books to the Library of Congress in conjunction with the celebration of the 88th National Book Week on November 24-30, 2022 in the Philippines. Charge d’Affaires Jaime Ramon Ascalon, Jr., on behalf of Ambassador Jose Manuel Romualdez and the Philippine Embassy, donated…
Filipino Christmas crawl, art exhibit takes place December 10
HALO Halo Holidays, a Filipino Christmas crawl and art exhibit, takes place at Kapwa Gardens in the SOMA Pilipinas Filipino Heritage District on Saturday, December 10 from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Per the Kapwa Gardens website, the event is described as a “unique, socially-distanced indoor/outdoor holiday cultural experience in the heart of SOMA Pilipinas”…
PCGSF invites Fil-Am community to watch ‘Leonor Will Never Die’
THE Philippine Consulate General in San Francisco is extending the invitation of the Film Development Council of the Philippines, the main film agency of the Philippine government, for the theatrical release of the award-winning Filipino film “Leonor Will Never Die” in the following U.S. cities under the Consulate’s jurisdiction: December 2022 Eugene, Oregon – Broadway Metro…
Balboa Park transforms into a winter wonderland for City of San Diego’s December Nights festival
300,000 people expected to attend two-day event, new activities include family zone and sock donation drive SAN DIEGO – Mayor Todd Gloria and the City of San Diego invite all San Diegans to join in the holiday spirit with the 45th annual December Nights festival in Balboa Park. The park will transform into a winter wonderland…
Mayor Gloria signs executive order directing action on illicit fentanyl
With addition and overdose deaths mounting, more serious consequences warranted for dealers SAN DIEGO – Mayor Todd Gloria signed an executive order on Tuesday, November 29 directing further action and cooperation with law enforcement to address the illicit fentanyl crisis, in the hopes of stemming the addiction and overdoses that claimed the lives of more…
Officials alarmed by surge of pediatric respiratory syncytial virus
A common virus with flu-like symptoms is infecting very young children in large numbers, leading to a spike in the number of emergency room visits and hospitalizations in recent weeks. Respiratory syncytial virus, or RSV, was first identified in 1956; there is no vaccine although clinical trials are underway with pregnant women, said Dr. Priya…
Fundraiser brings the best of Fil-Am artists in Los Angeles
Raises funds for Eyes of a Mother This holiday season, Mic Diaz Presents in cooperation with Winners Insurance & Financial Services brings to you a SING & DANCE HOLIDAY PARTY with some of the best local Filipino-American artists such as Spotlight Awards Best Female Vocalist of 2022 Jane Provido, Manny Pacquiao’s former leading lady Sandra…
True Light Legal Service Group: Providing a personalized touch to every case
Searching for a law firm for your immigration, business or personal injury case? Look no further than True Light Legal Service Group, a leading law firm that specializes in those practice areas. Priding itself on maintaining high successful rates on every case, True Light Legal Service Group believes in establishing good rapport and relationships with its…
Filipino former decathlete sentenced to 17 years in jail for cannabis-related scam
A former decathlete who also competed with the Philippines national team was sentenced to 210 months in federal prison for fraudulently raising more than $45 million from investors who were told their funds would be used to finance companies marketing cannabis vape pens. On Monday, Nov. 21, David Joseph Bunevacz, 53, of Calabasas, California, was…