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From New York to Las Vegas: Filipino Food Month lineup of events unveiled
The month of April heralds the arrival of Filipino Food Month, promising a series of festivities that celebrate the rich tapestry of flavors and the vibrant cultural heritage of the…
Four years after shelter-in-place, COVID-19 misinformation persists
From spring break parties to Mardi Gras, many people remember the last major “normal” thing they did before the novel coronavirus pandemic dawned, forcing governments worldwide to issue stay-at-home advisories…
Philippine Airlines to launch Seattle-Manila route in October 2024
Philippine Airlines (PAL) is the first carrier to link the Philippines and the U.S. Pacific Northwest with nonstop flights between Manila and Seattle. Seattle is PAL’s sixth destination in the…
Your doctor or your insurer? Little-known rules may ease the choice in Medicare advantage
by Susan Jaffe KFF Health News BART Klion, 95, and his wife, Barbara, faced a tough choice in January: The upstate New York couple learned that this year they could…
[COLUMN] Easter message
“We belong to God and to one another.” This has been Pope Francis’ message to the world, as Austen Ivereigh conveys in his new book, “First Belong to God, On…
[COLUMN] Latest on COVID
VARIOUS clinical studies around the world regarding the COVID-19 pandemic reveal the following, among others: (1) “Even for people in the highest-risk demographic for mRNA COVID-19 vaccine-associated myocarditis, receiving the…
PH Consulate General in LA launches 2024 VIP Tour
LOS ANGELES – The Philippine Consulate General in Los Angeles launched the 2024 Very Important Pinoy (VIP) Tour on February 1, 2024 before an audience composed of members of the…
Luxury Lenten Retreats: I’M Hotel Offers Serene Holy Week Packages in Makati
I’M Hotel, a renowned 5-star hotel in Makati, proudly unveils its exclusive Lenten Packages tailored for a serene and meaningful Holy Week experience within the city. From tranquil staycation deals…
[COLUMN] Hosanna to our King!
Friends, we’ve journeyed through Lent, and now we are approaching Holy Week. I hope that your Lenten journey has uplifted and inspired you to draw closer to God and that…
Fil-Am artists present diverse perspectives on Filipino culture
The Forest Lawn Museum exhibit showcases Filipino heritage and its influence on California’s cultural tapestry GLENDALE — Seven Filipino American contemporary artists are set to showcase Philippine heritage and its…
Move to protect CA’s indoor workers from heat upended by cost questions
SACRAMENTO — Gov. Gavin Newsom’s administration unexpectedly yanked its support from a sweeping proposal that would have protected millions of California’s indoor workers from dangerous heat, saying it can’t endorse…
Preserving tradition: The journey of Asín Tibuok from Bohol’s shores to the world
IN the quiet town of Alburquerque, Bohol, 11 miles from the nearby capital of Tagbilaran City, a cherished tradition lives on. Here, amidst the soothing sounds of the sea and…
[COLUMN] The healthiest…
…AND wisest thing to do with the present scary global and domestic outbreaks of measles is to be vaccinated soonest, if your vaccine is not current. Measles could lead to…
COVID and Medicare payments spark remote patient monitoring boom
by Phil Galewitz and Holly K. Hacker KFF Health News Billy Abbott, a retired Army medic, wakes at 6 every morning, steps on the bathroom scale, and uses a cuff…
[COLUMN] God’s voice in our hearts
“I will place my law within them and write it upon their hearts; I will be their God, and they shall be my people.” (Jeremiah 31:33-34) What messages has Jesus placed…
Get set for spring & summer! Pechanga Resort Casino announces its 4.5-acre pool oasis has opened for the season
Guests can make a splash at The Cove, Pechanga’s pool complex, the size of 5 football fields JUST in time for Spring Break this March, one of the largest resort…
Concerns grow over quality of care as investor groups buy not-for-profit nursing homes
by Harris Meyer KFF Health News Shelly Olson’s mother, who has dementia, has lived at the Scandia Village nursing home in rural Sister Bay, Wisconsin, for almost five years. At…
How the anti-vaccine movement pits parental rights against public health
by Amy Maxmen KFF Health News Gayle Borne has fostered more than 300 children in Springfield, Tennessee. She’s cared for kids who have rarely seen a doctor — kids so…
California attorney general boosts bill banning medical debt from credit reports
California Attorney General Rob Bonta announced Monday, March 11 that he is throwing his weight behind legislation to bar medical debt from showing up on consumer credit reports, a Democratic-led…
Staycation Secret Sale: 1 Day Only
I’M Hotel, a premier 5-star hotel in Manila, invites you to dive into luxury and indulge in the ultimate relaxation with its exclusive one-day Secret Summer Sale, available only on…
[COLUMN] Filipino diet: Healthy?
TODAY, more than ever, people are more health conscious, and since food greatly impacts our health, we are interested to know if the food we eat is healthy and how…
California pushes to expand the universe of abortion care providers
by Laurie Udesky KFF Health News California’s efforts to expand access to abortion care are enabling more types of medical practitioners to perform certain abortion procedures — potentially a boon…
California attorney general boosts bill banning medical debt from credit reports
California Attorney General Rob Bonta announced Monday, March 11 that he is throwing his weight behind legislation to bar medical debt from showing up on consumer credit reports, a Democratic-led…
[COLUMN] A faith that is shared is a faith that endures
The reading from St. Paul to the Ephesians, 2:4-10, presents to us a beautiful verse: “For by grace you have been saved through faith, and this is not from you;…
Biden said State of the Union is strong and made clear his campaign is off and running
President Joe Biden touted his administration’s accomplishments in health care in a wide-ranging State of the Union address on Thursday evening that touched on subjects such as immigration, the economy,…
Spring into luck at Graton Resort & Casino this March: A chance to win $1M cash!
ROHNERT PARK – Come to Graton Resort & Casino in March for luxury and entertainment. Don’t miss your chance to win big at the Net Big Cash Giveaway, Gold Rush…
[COLUMN] Party Party People celebrates 2nd anniversary
FRIDAY, February 25 saw a packed hotspot at The Noypitz in Downtown Los Angeles for Party Party People’s 2nd Anniversary. Longtime DJ Jerome Sto. Domingo with special guest DJ Garth…
America worries about health costs — and voters want to hear from Biden and Republicans
President Joe Biden is counting on outrage over abortion restrictions to help drive turnout for his reelection. Former President Donald Trump is promising to take another swing at repealing Obamacare….
[COLUMN] The freedom that the law provides
Imagine a world without laws or rules governing behavior and moral conduct; it would descend into chaos. In a world where everyone acts solely in their own interests, we would…