Squatting in skinny jeans lands woman in hospital
Skinny jeans may be a staple in women’s wardrobes, but a new case study suggests that squatting while wearing them could result in serious nerve damage in the lower legs….
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Health insurance merger: Anthem presses for Cigna takeover
HEALTH insurance corporate giant Anthem Inc. reiterated the merits of its $54-billion offer for rival Cigna Corp. as shares of both companies rose during trading on Monday, June 22. Joseph…
10 college students seek to impact APA community through summer internships
THIS summer, 10 rising college students will embark on a nine-week internship at a legislative or public office to acquire skills vital to careers in public office, public service and…
10 college students seek to impact APA community through summer internships
THIS summer, 10 rising college students will embark on a nine-week internship at a legislative or public office to acquire skills vital to careers in public office, public service and…
Filipino with blood disease in urgent need of bone marrow transplant
A CEILING fan whirs quietly inside Rory Lacson’s Lakewood, Calif. home. In the early afternoon, Southern California can be scorching. But inside Lacson’s home, the temperature is cool and provides…
Mayor Garcetti signs minimum wage hike into law
LA is largest US city with $15 min. wage AFTER a crucial vote on Saturday, June 13, Los Angeles Mayor Eric Garcetti signed a measure gradually raising the minimum wage…
Mayor Garcetti signs minimum wage hike into law
LA is largest US city with $15 min. wage AFTER a crucial vote on Saturday, June 13, Los Angeles Mayor Eric Garcetti signed a measure gradually raising the minimum wage…
Final vote needed for LA minimum wage hike
THE Los Angeles City Council tentatively approved a measure on Wednesday, June 3, to raise the minimum wage to $15 an hour by 2020, making it the biggest city in…
Final vote needed for LA minimum wage hike
THE Los Angeles City Council tentatively approved a measure on Wednesday, June 3, to raise the minimum wage to $15 an hour by 2020, making it the biggest city in…
Filipino math teacher in Barstow recognized for teaching methods
A FILIPINO math teacher at Barstow High School in Barstow, Calif. received multiple awards this year in recognition of a flipped classroom teaching style that incorporates digital presentations so students…
Filipino math teacher in Barstow recognized for teaching methods
A FILIPINO math teacher at Barstow High School in Barstow, Calif. received multiple awards this year in recognition of a flipped classroom teaching style that incorporates digital presentations so students…
Senators criticize Santa Barbara oil spill response: ‘slow, insufficient’
THREE US senators are raising concerns about a Texas-based oil company’s “insufficient” response to a pipeline failure last week that released thousands of gallons of crude into the ocean, fouling…
California farmers to voluntarily conserve water by 25 percent
MORE than 100 farmers in California have submitted plans to achieve voluntary water conservation targets by planting less water-intensive crops and leaving some fields unplanted amid the Golden State’s continuing…
Calif. Senate clears measure to allow healthcare coverage for undocumented immigrants
THE California State Senate on Tuesday, June 2, approved in a 28-11 vote a hotly debated proposal that would expand health care coverage to undocumented immigrants. The measure, Senate Bill…
Study: California potentially at risk of small-scale tsunami
CALIFORNIA could be at risk of a small-scale tsunami due to two fault lines off the state’s coast that could shake Los Angeles, a new study says. The new information…
Orange County conference spotlights power of women, hurdles in business and leadership
TO be a good leader, Filipino American Loretta Adrian, president of Coastline Community College in Orange County, says one must be open to criticism, be a good listener, and love…
Orange County conference spotlights power of women, hurdles in business and leadership
TO be a good leader, Filipino American Loretta Adrian, president of Coastline Community College in Orange County, says one must be open to criticism, be a good listener, and love…
Farmers Insurance to provide protection for Uber, Lyft drivers
With emerging smartphone app technology, the demand for ride-hailing services around the country has continued to increase for business and personal travel. In California, many of these ride-sharing services, such…
Metro partners with Zipcar for more car-sharing locations on transit lines
IN an effort to help enhance mobility and provide Los Angeles commuters with more transportation options, Zipcar, the world’s leading car sharing network, and the Los Angeles County Metropolitan Transportation…
Metro partners with Zipcar for more car-sharing locations on transit lines
IN an effort to help enhance mobility and provide Los Angeles commuters with more transportation options, Zipcar, the world’s leading car sharing network, and the Los Angeles County Metropolitan Transportation…
Calif. state assembly unanimously advances bill to legalize paid carpooling
THE California Assembly approved 69-0 a bill that allows companies like Uber, Lyft and Sidecar to offer shared rides to passengers with similar pickup and drop-off locations. However, each person’s…
San Diego committee reveals plans for new $1.1-billion NFL stadium
Attempting to persuade the Chargers to stay in San Diego, a mayoral committee proposed a financial plan this week for building an approximately $1.1-billion new NFL stadium. The plan includes…
Orange County ranked as one of the most expensive counties for renters in the nation
According to a new report, the average worker needs to earn at least $30.92 an hour to afford the rent for a typical two-bedroom apartment in Orange County. The “Out…
Orange County ranked as one of the most expensive counties for renters in the nation
According to a new report, the average worker needs to earn at least $30.92 an hour to afford the rent for a typical two-bedroom apartment in Orange County. The “Out…
San Diego committee reveals plans for new $1.1-billion NFL stadium
Attempting to persuade the Chargers to stay in San Diego, a mayoral committee proposed a financial plan this week for building an approximately $1.1-billion new NFL stadium. The plan includes…
Orange County ranked as one of the most expensive counties for renters in the nation
According to a new report, the average worker needs to earn at least $30.92 an hour to afford the rent for a typical two-bedroom apartment in Orange County. The “Out…
Businesses, community groups react to $15 minimum wage hike
THE Los Angeles City Council approved a long-awaited plan to increase the city’s minimum wage to $15 an hour. Under the plan, which passed on Tuesday, May 19, LA will…
Businesses, community groups react to $15 minimum wage hike
THE Los Angeles City Council approved a long-awaited plan to increase the city’s minimum wage to $15 an hour. Under the plan, which passed on Tuesday, May 19, LA will…
Statewide campaign launched to prepare immigrant communities
Ready California looks to assist undocumented for DAPA, expanded DACA Immigrants’ rights advocates on Tuesday, May 19, launched a statewide campaign to prepare California’s immigrants communities for the executive action…
Statewide campaign launched to prepare immigrant communities
Ready California looks to assist undocumented for DAPA, expanded DACA Immigrants’ rights advocates on Tuesday, May 19, launched a statewide campaign to prepare California’s immigrants communities for the executive action…