[COLUMN] On Christless cross and crossless Christ
SOME past homilies of priests are etched in our minds, shaping the way we think and live. In my experience, I remember two of them. One was from an American…
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Celebrate the Harvest Moon Festival at Pechanga Resort Casino and rediscover your perfection combination!
Come win a share of $100,000 in cash & EasyPlay giveaways WIN a share of $100,000 in cash and EasyPlay Join Pechanga Resort Casino in celebration of the Mid-Autumn Festival with…
[COLUMN] Albert Martinez credits good habits, discipline for youthful look
AT 60, “The Housemaid” lead star Albert Martinez looks incredibly young for his age. This was in full view during a recent press event for the film, which is the…
[COLUMN] On COVID-19, pregnancy
WORLDWIDE, as of September 7, 2021, there have been more than 222 million cases of COVID-19, with around 4.6 million deaths. In the United States, there has been 40.8 million…
Philippine Airlines files for bankruptcy, announces restructuring plan amid pandemic
Flag carrier to continue operations, eyes exit from Chapter 11 before year-end NATIONAL flag carrier Philippine Airlines (PAL) has “voluntarily” filed for restructuring under a Chapter 11 plea in the…
[COLUMN] The bucket list: Become your own style icon
While appearances may deceive, more often than not, what you are is reflected on the outside. Becoming your own style icon does not mean maxing out your credit cards just…
CDC urges individuals to be fully vaccinated before traveling
National public health officials urge unvaccinated people to stay home during Labor Day weekend AS the reported summer surge of the COVID-19 delta variant rages on, officials from the Centers…
[COLUMN] Be strong!
THIS Sunday’s First Reading from the Book of the Prophet Isaiah (35:4-7) strikes a chord in many of us: “Thus says the Lord: Say to those whose hearts are frightened:…
[COLUMN] Dina Bonnevie, Jaclyn Jose share the keys to their longevity in showbiz
SHOWBIZ is sometimes fleeting – you can be hugely popular at one time, and then considered a has-been the next. Or worse, a flash in the pan that no one…
[COLUMN] Freedom and COVID
THERE are 321 countries and territories affected by the COVID-19 pandemic. The total global number of cases as of 7:20 AM (CST), Tuesday, August 31,2021, was 218,180,175, and a death…
The bucket list: GOD has a list, too
I am suspending my idea series for a Bucket To-Do List for the time being to share a story told to me by Sister Anna. A little back story… Anna…
PH to adopt online health pass for int’l travelers starting Sept. 1
INTERNATIONAL travelers entering the Philippines will now be required to register through an online portal beginning September 1, according to Malacañang. Presidential Spokesperson Harry Roque on Friday, August 27, announced…
Filipino artist Errol C. Mendoza and his colorful visions
Errol C. Mendoza illustrates alternative visions of humanity with varied colors evocative multiple styles showing diverse images of the contemporary world. Existential tones characterize his creation: the meaning of the…
Headed away to school? Here’s what students with health issues need to know
COLLEGE is a time of transition, but for those managing chronic medical conditions, it may also be the first time they will be wholly responsible for their own health: setting…
[COLUMN] COVID brain damage
CURRENT research on the damages caused by COVID-19 infection seen among those who recovered reveal that, besides affecting the pulmonary and cardiovascular system, this serious viral infection also damages the…
[COLUMN] Matinee idol Miguel Tanfelix of GMA-7 heads September celebrity birthday celebrants
ONE of the youngest and talented actors in the Philippine entertainment world, Miguel Tanfelix of GMA Kapuso Channel 7, heads the roster of birthday celebrants for the month of September….
[SPONSORED] A doctor’s note on COVID-19 testing
A Message Sponsored by Los Angeles County By Dr. Erika Flores Uribe, Los Angeles County Department of Health Services How does COVID-19 testing help me prevent the spread of the…
Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine gets full approval from FDA
THE U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has given full approval to the Pfizer-BioNTech COVID-19, the first vaccine against the coronavirus to be licensed in the nation. The agency made…
[COLUMN] The bucket list : The art of ‘staycation’
[Select a handful of those things in your bucket list that have the highest chance of coming to fruition given your time frame. In tech speak, it means before your…
[COLUMN] On keeping our faith alive
HOW do we keep trusting in God in every mundane struggle? We meet life’s painful realities day by day, whether when it’s seeing children being harshly separated from their parents…
US recommends booster shot 8 months after last dose
THE United States has announced plans to offer booster shots to Americans starting next month to extend the effectiveness of COVID-19 vaccines amid surges in cases due to the Delta…
Popular eats at Pechanga Resort Casino with bold flavors that rock the palette
PECHANGA Resort Casino features a variety of international cuisines, from exceptional fine dining to quick and tasty selections for those on the go. You’ll find a world of culinary delights…
‘Experience a Taste of the Philippines’: Filipino Restaurant Week returns from August 18 to 27
THE Philippine Consulate General in New York announced on Monday, Aug. 16 the resumption this year of Filipino Restaurant Week, one of its flagship projects that started in 2015. Filipino…
[COLUMN] Director, producer glad for stars who joined project
A FILIPINO film recently won an award at the recent 74th Locarno Film Festival in Switzerland. “Whether the Weather is Fine (Kun Maupay Man It Panahon),” directed by Carlo Francisco…
US FDA authorizes booster shot for immunocompromised
THE U.S. Food and Drug Administration on Thursday, August 12, authorized booster shots of Pfizer-BioNTech’s and Moderna’s COVID-19 vaccines for some people with compromised immune systems. “The country has entered…
Fil-Am talents shine as ‘Pinoy’tainment presents live performances at The Ford
LXV Enterprises, LLC in association with the Los Angeles Philharmonic Association presents ‘“Pinoy”tainment,’ an evening of music, dance and comedy featuring seasoned performers and up-and-coming artists from the Filipino-American community,…
Medicare Tip #8-Q4: Benefits of having Eastern Medicare coverage
Ito ay serye ng Medicare Tips hatid ng Clever Care Health Plan, isang nangungunang tagapagbigay ng East meets West Medicare services na sensitibo sa kultura ng kanilang mga miyembro. Ang…
[COLUMN] Vaccine mandate
A FATHER’S pain A news writer expresses his fear, frustration, and anger about the current surges in the COVID-19 pandemic that infected his youngest son. I empathize with him. Here…
[COLUMN] The bucket list: Fix the Broken
[Select a handful of those things in your bucket list that have the highest chance of coming to fruition given your time frame. In tech speak, it means before your…
Save lives, donate vaccines for the Philippines
The FACC Foundation, along with the Coalition of Filipino American Chambers of Commerce (COFACC) and the Philippine Chamber of Commerce & Industry (PCCI), united and signed a Memorandum Of Understanding…