Promotions are waiting for you at Graton Casino! Don’t miss the chance – concerts are back at Graton
ROHNERT PARK – Let’s gather with relatives and friends at Graton Resort & Casino to spend great moments together! The last Friday of March, April and May, there is Lexus and Cash Giveaway promotion, where a Lexus will be guaranteed given away as well as cash prizes. Bring back with you unexpected good fortune by…
Pfizer seeking authorization for second COVID booster for adults 65 and older
OLDER people may soon be able to get a fourth COVID booster after it was announced that Pfizer and its partner, BioNTech, plan to ask the United States Food and Drug Administration (FDA) for emergency authorization for a second COVID-19 booster shot for those 65 and older. According to the Washington Post, in which this…
CA COVID 19 rent relief program still accepting applications until March 31
THE State of California COVID-19 Rent Relief program is accepting new applications and additional funds requests until March 31. Eligible renters and landlords impacted by COVID-19 may apply for financial assistance to cover rent or utilities unpaid between April 1, 2020 and March 31, 2022 as a result of financial hardships during COVID-19. As of…
[COLUMN] Atty. Gurfinkel answers more immigration questions and concerns in part 2 of episode featuring the Fil-Am South Bay Community
PREVIOUSLY, viewers watched leading U.S. Immigration Attorney Michael J. Gurfinkel meet with the Fil-Am South Bay Community of San Jose, California, where he highlighted the organization’s mission of supporting one another, especially during the challenging times of the pandemic. In this second installment, Atty. Gurfinkel answers more immigration questions from the local community, like: “Would…
[COLUMN] Calista wants to make mark in international music scene
PINOY-POP (P-pop) group Calista launched their first music video on March 8 for their song “Race Car,” written by music producer Marcus Davis. The group, whose idols include Korean-pop (K-pop) groups BTS, Black Pink and Twice, have dreams of hitting it big internationally. To jumpstart this dream, Calista’s team, according to an article in the…
Asian Americans Advancing Justice affiliates continue in-language bystander intervention training for Asian American community nationwide
THE Asian Americans Advancing Justice affiliates in Chicago, Los Angeles and Washington, DC continue to offer virtual “Bystander Intervention Training – Stop Anti-Asian and Asian American and Xenophobic Harassment” in 2022 and are now proud to offer trainings in Asian languages for limited English proficient members of the community. Washington, D.C.-based Asian Americans Advancing Justice – AAJC…
California EDD adds 15 languages, expands access to unemployment insurance
By Sunita Sohrabji/Ethnic Media Services Settling a complaint brought about by several civil rights organizations, California’s Employment Development Department will expand language access for its unemployment insurance program by translating all written materials into the 15 most-used languages in the state and adding more interpreters to its phone lines. Documents from the EDD will now…
[OPINION] Leni Robredo’s momentum goes full speed and the trapos are in panic mode to stop her
PHILIPPINE Vice President Leni Robredo’s momentum strikes like a flashing lightning with roaring thunder, gaining even more strength and velocity as she and her chosen candidate for Vice President Sen. Kiko Pangilinan weave through towns and cities in Luzon, Visayas and Mindanao with their caravans and the people’s rallies. Indeed, this is a campaign riding…
99 Ranch Market opens in Westfield Oakridge: A new shopping experience!
HAVE you ever been window shopping at Westfield Oakridge and suddenly realized that you still need to run to the grocery store to get stuff for dinner? Ugh. Now your free time has been cut short. Fortunately for you, 99 Ranch Market has everything covered. “We’re so excited for new and returning customers to see…
67-year-old Filipina in New York savagely beaten in brutal anti-Asian attack
PH Consulate urges authorities ‘to do more’ A 67-year-old Filipino woman in Yonkers, New York is now recovering in a hospital after being brutally beaten in the latest anti-Asian hate attack to rock the community. The victim was entering her apartment building in Yonkers when she was attacked from behind by the suspect. Security video…
Proposed Fil-Am Friendship Monument gets unanimous approval from Glendale City Council
THE proposed Filipino American Friendship Monument for the city of Glendale, California has advanced to the next phase. This comes after the Glendale City Council on Tuesday, March 8 unanimously approved the construction and installation of the monument. The monument is slated to be located at 201 E. Colorado Street, Glendale, California, near the Central…
US travel mask mandate extended to April 18
TSA extends the mandate as the CDC reviews new approach to travel protocol THIS week, days before the masks on transportation requirement was set to expire, U.S. officials extended the mandate through to April 18. The measure affects those who plan to travel airplanes, trains, and buses — masks will also still be required at…
[OPINION] ‘Babae lang?’ Sadly, the prejudice against women lives on among many Filipinos
THE celebration of International Women’s Day and Women’s History Month this year has been more poignant because of the crossroads we have to take as Filipinos elect a new president on May 9, 2022. Only one woman is running for the highest office — Vice President Leni Robredo — against seven men, and past surveys…
Threelogy onstage live at Pechanga Resort Casino with Erik Santos, Morrissette Amon and Christian Bautista
THREE of the most coveted and seasoned Filipino singer-entertainers are set to go onstage for a totally wholesome entertainment live on April 22, 2022, at 8p.m., at the top-rated, multi-awarded casino in Southern California — the Pechanga Resort Casino. Erik Santos, Morrissette Amon, and Christian Bautista are a “three-in-one” package performance who will render the most sought-after…
Sycuan Casino Resort’s outdoor pool venue opens for 2022 pool season on March 25
Outdoor entertainment, spa services and only poolside gaming venue in San Diego SAN DIEGO – Sycuan Casino Resort announced on Thursday, March 10 that its outdoor pool venue Retreat Pool & Cabanas will officially open on Friday, March 25 for the 2022 pool season. Retreat will be open daily from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. for hotel guests and a limited…
Mayor Gloria launches new ‘bridge to home’ program to create more affordable housing
Seven projects proposing a total of 662 apartments across city recommended for nearly $32 million in funding SAN DIEGO – As part of his efforts to produce more homes that are affordable for all San Diegans, Mayor Todd Gloria on Monday, March 7 highlighted seven proposed affordable housing projects that have been recommended for funding…
Incarnation Church celebrates 500 years of Philippine Christianity closing ceremonies
ON Sunday, March 27, Incarnation Church will celebrate the closing ceremonies of 500 years of Philippine Christianity. A Eucharistic celebration will be held at 2 p.m. to be presided by the Most Reverend Alex Aclan, Auxiliary Bishop of San Fernando Region. The Closing Ceremonies will emphasize Prayer For World Peace as Ukraine-Russia Conflict continues. The…
[COLUMN] Change
ANY change is difficult to do and accept. Yet, it’s the only way to transform hearts and minds. It’s the only way to achieve and maintain peace and justice in the world. Indeed, our world has a dire need for change. It’s more evident now, given the global events in recent weeks, particularly the war…
[COLUMN] How to know if an employment termination is ‘wrongful’
Q: I worked in a company for over 10 years. A new supervisor and I do not get along. Last week, the company let me go without any explanation. I don’t have any disciplinary record. Can the company just fire me without a good reason? A: Yes, an employer may fire an employee without a…
[COLUMN] When bankruptcy may be the best solution
I AM often asked the following questions: When does filing bankruptcy make sense? How much should I owe in order to justify a bankruptcy filing and have that on my credit record? My answer to these questions is always the same: Whether or not bankruptcy is advisable for your situation will depend on your specific…
[COLUMN] Maximizing recovery in personal injury cases
DEAR Attorney Tan, I was driving home and was at a complete stop when another driver rear ended my car. I was not feeling well after the accident, as my back seemed very tight and stiff. I took some days off from work. After a week, I contacted the other driver’s insurance to report the…
Indoor masking to be lifted at LA County schools
STARTING March 12, indoor masking at Los Angeles County schools will no longer be required. Despite the lifting of the mandate, the state and county are continuing to recommend indoor masking for students, teachers, and staff, regardless of vaccination status, until transmission is lower. School districts in LA County can continue to require masking at…
The CDC’s new guidelines on COVID risk and masking send confounding signals
WHEN the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention last month unveiled updated COVID-19 guidelines that relaxed masking recommendations, some people no doubt sighed in relief and thought it was about time. People have become increasingly comfortable being out shopping, attending live events, or meeting up with friends at restaurants. And many are ready to cast…
Getting to know Fil-Am Robert Alonzo, The Batman’s stunt coordinator and 2nd unit director
WITH nearly 30 years of stunt design experience, Filipino American Robert Alonzo is adding this week’s box-office hit The Batman into his extensive international resume. He has accumulated over 200 credits in television, commercials, music videos, and film and his broad work in front of and behind the camera includes training the likes of Dwayne Johnson, Tom…
