Loss of 1.7 million immigrants fuels United States labor shortage and inflation
Close to 15% of job openings that employ immigrant or foreign-born workers in the U.S. are still vacant, while the legal immigration system is in dire straits. From meat packing…
ConGen Neil Ferrer highlights trade, investment and business opportunities in PH at 2022 Int’l Conference of PH-US Chambers of Commerce
SEATTLE – Consul General Neil Frank R. Ferrer participated in the 2022 International Trade and Business Development Bi-Annual Conference titled, “Convergence – Technology, Convenience, Sustainability,” organized by the Federation of Philippine…
SF Supermarket West Covina, CA – now open!
SF Supermarket, which is conveniently located at 3650 Nogales Street, West Covina, CA 91792, opened its doors for the first time on September 1, 2022. The public was invited to…
Excessive heat warning extended in LA County
The Los Angeles County Health Officer has extended a heat warning as high temperatures have been forecast for the coming week. The areas include Downtown LA, LA County, Santa Clarita,…
CDC recommends updated COVID boosters targeting omicron variant
THE U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) recommended on Thursday, Sept. 1 that eligible Americans receive an updated coronavirus booster shot that would help fight the omicron variant….
Biden attacks new normal in speech on democracy
By Peter Schurmann/Ethnic Media Services What is happening today in America “is not normal.” That was the gist of President Biden’s prime-time on Thursday, September 1 delivered in front of…
Can kids safely return to school amid ongoing covid pandemic?
By Sunita Sohrabji/Ethnic Media Services As kids return to school this fall, parents have some homework to do: helping to keep their kids safe amid the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic. With…
Melette Lampino: Living a life of significance after retirement
FROM being actively involved in community affairs to spending lots of time with her loved ones, Melette Lampino has been making the most of her new-found free time. But before…
Senator Cortez Masto, AAPI community leaders discuss impact of Inflation Reduction Act on Nevadans
Las Vegas – U.S. Senator Catherine Cortez Masto (D-Nev.) hosted a roundtable on Wednesday, August 31 with Asian American and Pacific Islander community leaders in Las Vegas to discuss how the Inflation…
LA County under excessive heat warning amid record breaking temps
THE Los Angeles County Health Officer has issued a Heat Warning as high temperatures have been forecast until Monday, Sept. 5. The areas include Santa Clarita Valley, San Fernando Valley,…
Las Vegas designer Alma T debuts her first collection at Asia Pacific Fashion Week
The nurse-turned-designer had a 15-look collection from her newly launched fashion line ‘The Cages’ Last month, Filipina fashion designer Alma Tomenio – owner of her own Las Vegas-based fashion label Alma…
Los Angeles Chivalry Lions Club holds induction and installation of new members
Held August 18 at Filipino American Community Los Angeles Los Angeles Chivalry Lions Club recently held induction and installation of new members at the Filipino American Community Los Angeles (FACLA)…
KULARTS presents the world premiere of ‘Nursing These Wounds’
KULARTS presents the world premiere of SF Artistic Legacy Awardee choreographer Alleluia Panis’s “Nursing These Wounds,” a site specific, immersive dance performance investigating the impact of colonization on Pilipinx health…
Month-long LA Times Food Bowl returns, celebrates city’s top culinary talent
LOS ANGELES — The Los Angeles Times has announced details for Food Bowl, its annual festival celebrating Southern California’s dynamic food scene, taking place September 1 – 30. The monthlong festival presented by City National Bank will…
High-powered GMA Pinoy TV performers ‘together again’ at Pechanga Resort Casino live Sept. 24 & 25
SIX of the most sought-after singers, comedian, and showbiz personalities from Manila, led by famed actor Dingdong Dantes, takes centerstage at the Pechanga Resort Casino as they perform in a…
First human cases of West Nile virus reported in LA County for 2022
All residents should take precautions against mosquitoes THE Los Angeles County Department of Public Health (Public Health) has confirmed the first cases of human West Nile virus (WNV) infection in…
Commissioner Lara issues PSAs on unlicensed insurance scams, ‘vehicle warranties
Commissioner-sponsored bill for restitution for victims of insurance scams passed state legislature SACRAMENTO — Insurance Commissioner Ricardo Lara on Thursday, August 18 issued Public Service Announcements (PSAs) to warn California consumers and…
Mayor Gloria, Council President Pro Tem Montgomery Steppe welcome Valencia Park community to new La Paz Mini Park
$2.6M facility brings much-needed family-friendly park space to former site of vacant lot SAN DIEGO — In a continuing effort to provide more high-quality recreational spaces to San Diegans in…
