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[COLUMN] RA 12001: Essential information for overseas Filipinos

by: Sharon Ann Bathan-San Pedro What overseas Filipinos need to know about the Real Property Valuation and Assessment Reform Act (RPVARA) UNDERSTANDING RA 12001 On June 13, 2024, President Marcos signed Republic Act No. 12001, commonly known as the Real Property Valuation and Assessment Reform Act (RPVARA). This landmark legislation aims to overhaul the outdated…

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GIGIL bags Silver Cannes Lion, delivering Grab its first win in the world’s top advertising honor

Philippine agency’s win showcases creative excellence with business impact PHILIPPINE creative powerhouse GIGIL clinched its third Cannes Lion in four years, winning its first Silver in Film at the 2024 Festival of Creativity, home of the world’s most prestigious advertising awards. The award reaffirms the agency’s position as a leading independent agency and marks a…

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PH consul general engages stakeholders in AI workshop

MAKATI CITY — Philippine Consul General in San Francisco Neil Ferrer recently participated in a workshop aimed at advancing artificial intelligence (AI) initiatives in the Philippines. The discussions highlighted developments and strategic collaborations in the AI sector, crucial for enhancing economic growth and improving quality of life for Filipinos. A highlight of the workshop was…

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Towering Filipino middleweight Blazen Rocilli signs agreement with Boxing VIP

Public online and flexible schedule charter high school that mentors at-risk students opens fall in Las Vegas LAS VEGAS – Filipino boxer Blazen Rocilli (6-0, 5 KOs), a promising 21-year-old middleweight from Waipahu, Hawaii, now training in Las Vegas, NV, has officially signed a managerial agreement with Andrew Bocanegra, president of Boxing VIP. Rocilli, standing at an impressive 6’3” and fighting…

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Applicants needed for Citizens’ Law Enforcement Review Board

THE County’s Citizens’ Law Enforcement Review Board is taking applications to fill an opening on its board. CLERB was established in 1990 to investigate citizen complaints against San Diego County Sheriff’s deputies and probation officers. The vacancy is in Supervisorial District 1 which means volunteers must live in that district. The area includes the Cities of…

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Father and son duo light up the stage at The Cosmopolitan, Las Vegas

Las Vegas – A heartwarming scene unfolded at The Cosmopolitan Hotel and Casino as Nonoy Zuniga, the celebrated King of Pop Ballads from the Philippines, and his son, Ziggy Zuniga, delivered an impromptu performance at The Barbershop. The emotional moment resonated deeply with the audience as the duo performed the timeless tune, “It’s not time…

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Las Vegas-Clark County Library District to host launch of National ‘Check Out Your Library’ initiative

Las Vegas stops feature appearance by award-winning author Julia Whelan, interactive library vehicle, and more Las Vegas  – This week, the leading brands in digital content for libraries and schools, including Libby, Sora, and Kanopy, announced the launch of “Check Out Your Library,” a multi-year effort that aims to reconnect millions of Americans with the invaluable resources and stories…

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Stay cool, have fun, explore summer at your library

SCHOOL’S out for summer and wait… the kids are bored already? Check out Summer at Your (County) Library. The County Library is offering a wide array of fun things to do. The programs cater to grade schoolers, high school kids and even little ones. Grownups will find classes designed just for them, too. Basically, the Library…

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Muni receives highest customer rating in over 20 years

SAN FRANCISCO – Recently, Mayor London N. Breed and San Francisco Municipal Transportation Agency (SFMTA) officials announced that Muni received its highest customer rating in over 20 years. The survey found that 72% of Muni riders rated service as good or excellent, an increase from 66% last year and the highest rating since annual customer surveys…

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PH Consulate meets with Global Maharlika Foundation to discuss community initiatives

SAN FRANCISCO – Philippine Consul General Neil Frank R. Ferrer met with Don Orozco, executive director of nonprofit Global Maharlika Foundation, Inc. (GMF), to explore collaborative efforts aimed at empowering the Filipino community. Mr. Orozco presented GMF’s upcoming projects that aim to promote Philippine culture and talent, especially of the Filipino American diaspora in California….

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[OPINION] Maximum restraint and diplomacy

By: Babe Romualdez  I was surprised, but actually more like shocked, about the information passed on to Senator Imee – most likely coming from a rumor-mongering individual – that the Chinese are planning missile attacks on 25 sites all over the Philippines. It’s really unfortunate that this type of fear-mongering or even warmongering could add…

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Creating confident smiles as kids head back to school

The Ronald McDonald Care mobile hosts the 10th annual Smarts & Smiles Back To School dental care fair Who: Ronald McDonald Care Mobile & Nevada Health Centers What: 10th Annual Smarts & Smiles Back to School Dental Care Fair When: Monday, July 8 through Friday, July 12; Appointments required – call 800.787.2568 Where: Ronald McDonald…

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