PH consul general visits Meta’s Silicon Valley HQ, explores collaboration opportunities

MENLO PARK – Consul General Neil Ferrer met with executives of Facebook’s parent company Meta at its Silicon Valley headquarters in Menlo Park, California on May 15, 2024, as part of the Philippine Consulate General in San Francisco’s economic and tech diplomacy work in Silicon Valley. Meta’s Director of Public Policy Molly Montgomery, and Executive Assistant to the Vice President…

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[COLUMN] Atty. Gurfinkel answers more immigration questions on an encore episode of Citizen Pinoy

LEADING U.S. Immigration Attorney Michael J. Gurfinkel had already featured these individuals as “success stories” in earlier episodes of Citizen Pinoy. However, they all had their own immigration questions that they wanted to ask Atty. Gurfinkel. So, for a special Your Tanong, My Sagot – we are bringing these Success Story subjects back one more…

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June Pleasure: Experience All-Inclusive Promos at I’M Hotel

From the property that brought you the unique concept of blending staycation with engaging relaxation and unforgettable experiences, I’M Hotel is excited to introduce a fresh twist with three brand-new packages designed to elevate staycation with loved ones. Each package offers exclusive access to luxurious hotel facilities, alongside a variety of enticing perks and inclusions….

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[COLUMN] On the solemn Feast of the Holy Trinity

It has been three years since our parish council, staff members, and I collaborated to craft our parish’s vision and mission statements. The process of formulating them was deliberate, requiring prayerful consideration, discernment guided by the Holy Spirit, and in-depth discussions on our parish’s history, demographics, values, needs, and priorities. I am confident that we…

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Terno Elegance and Barong Brilliance: A Filipiniana Extravaganza – celebrating culture and creativity

Las Vegas – Abelardo Ramos, the creative force behind ALTA MODA, brings a fresh perspective to traditional Filipino attire, merging classic elements with contemporary flair. His stunning Ternos and Barongs will be the highlight of the much-anticipated ALTA MODA event, set to be a night of elegance and cultural celebration. The vibrant colors, intricate designs,…

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Pacita Abad’s Legacy and ‘Little Manila Queens: Mabuhay!’ : Celebrating Filipino artistry and creativity at MoMA PS1

Looking for a delightful weekend adventure? Hop aboard the 7 train and whisk yourself away to MoMA PS1 for a dose of Filipino art that will surely uplift your spirits! Start your journey with the vibrant world of Pacita Abad’s exhibition, running until September 2. Then, dive into the captivating narrative of “Little Manila Queens:…

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PH CONSULATE ATTENDS OPEN HOUSE OF THE WHITE HOUSE INITIATIVE ON ASIAN AMERICANS, NATIVE HAWAIIANS, AND PACIFIC ISLANDERS (WHIAANHPI) REGIONAL NETWORK

The Philippine Consulate General in San Francisco, represented by Consul Rowena Pangilinan-Daquipil and Assistance to Nationals Officer Leonida Longcanaya, attended the White House Initiative on Asian Americans, Native Hawaiians, and Pacific Islanders (WHIAANHPI) Region 9 Northern California Regional Network Open House on May 15, 2024 at the Phillip Burton Federal Building in San Francisco. The…

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[COLUMN] Distilled water: Unsafe!

IT is easy to understand how people in general, being more health conscious today, could mistake distilled water as the “cleanest and healthiest” water for drinking. After all, it is nothing but pure H2O. Unfortunately, this is not the case. Distilled water (neutral, pH 7) could come from distillation (tap water boiled into vapor and…

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UST Alumni Gala in America set for July 2024 in SF

San Francisco – Lumina Pandit is Latin for “Spread the Light”. Inspired by Saint Thomas Aquinas and one of the benchmark events of the University during its quadricentennial celebration in 2011, Thomasians USA, the Pontifical and Royal University of Santo Tomas Alumni Association in the United States, is staging an alumni homecoming event on July…

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[COLUMN] Atty. Gurfinkel answers more immigration questions on a brand-new episode of Citizen Pinoy

LEADING U.S. Immigration Attorney Michael J. Gurfinkel had already featured these individuals as “success stories” in earlier episodes of Citizen Pinoy. However, they all had their own immigration questions that they wanted to ask Atty. Gurfinkel. So, for a special Your Tanong, My Sagot – we are bringing these Success Story subjects back one more…

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New data: SF street homelessness hits 10-year low

Biennial homeless count finds 13% decrease in people living in tents and on the streets from 2022, hitting the lowest level since before 2015 SAN FRANCISCO – New data released as part of the city’s biennial homeless count shows that the number of people living on the streets of San Francisco has reached the lowest level…

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