[COLUMN] Once upon a time series: Charisse’s confection
Stories have the power and influence to touch the heart that a cut and dried essay or a report does not have. Somehow the lessons and insights we learn from…
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[COLUMN] How bankruptcy debt relief can get rid of your financial stress
ARE you having problems paying your debts? Are creditors calling you day and night threatening you with a wage garnishment, repossession, or foreclosure? Are you starting to feel hopeless and…
PH Consulate General in Los Angeles joins forces with Island Pacific, Seafood City and Mama Sita’s to celebrate Filipino Food Month in April
The Philippine Consulate General in Los Angeles has joined forces with the leading Filipino supermarkets in Southern California, Island Pacific Seafood Market and Seafood City Supermarket, in holding “Filipino Food:…
Olivia Rodrigo, Bruno Mars, H.E.R.: Fil-Am artists win big at the 2022 Grammy Awards
Between Rodrigo, Mars, H.E.R. and Saweetie, the 64th Grammys were quite possibly the most Filipino Grammy awards NO matter what part of the world they’re from, Filipinos everywhere know the…
Patients’ perilous months-long waiting for Medicaid coverage is a sign of what’s to come
By Bram Sable-Smith and Rachana Pradhan/Kaiser Health News Korra Elliott has tried to avoid seeing a doctor while waiting to get on Medicaid. She worries she can’t afford more bills without any insurance…
[OPINION] Kiko Pangilinan is my vice president to my President Leni Robredo and here are the personal reasons why
KIKO Pangilinan was a tall skinny student when I first saw him as Chairperson of the UP Student Council. I was ahead of him by one year at the University…
Filipino WWII veterans leader Celestino Almeda dies at 104
Celestino Gonzales Almeda, a prominent leader of the Filipino World War II veterans’ fight for U.S. government recognition, died at 104 on March 27 in Gaithersburg, Maryland. Almeda, born on…
Gary V joins over 100 Robredo supporters for pink caravan in LA’s Historic Filipinotown
A WAVE of pink descended upon Los Angeles’ Historic Filipinotown on Sunday, March 27 as Filipino American supporters of Vice President Leni Robredo and Senator Francis “Kiko” Pangilinan rallied together…
[COLUMN] Being sifted like wheat
IN his book, “Let Us Dream, The Path to a Better Future” Pope Francis acknowledges the challenging realities of our times. He states: “Sometimes, when I think about the challenges…
[COLUMN] Some informational tips for 2022 tax season
THE 2022 Tax Season is very much underway for tax year 2021. Due to the pandemic, there are new tax laws that were enacted like the American Rescue Plan to…
[COLUMN] Sexual assault and sexual harassment survivors cannot be forced into arbitration
Arbitration is a procedure to resolve disputes without filing a complaint in court. By signing an employment arbitration agreement, the employee agrees to adjudicate any claim against the employer before…
[COLUMN] Which is better? Chapter 7 or 13 vs. debt consolidation and debt settlement
I’VE recently gotten a couple of clients who have been on debt consolidation and are now ready to jump into Chapter 7 or Chapter 13. First, let’s distinguish debt consolidation…
[COLUMN] Preparing your estate for the COVID-19 pandemic
THE COVID-19 Pandemic is a scary reality which affects everyone globally and has shut down the global economy. Individuals over 65 are more at risk of having serious complications with…
There are many things to do in Pahrump, NV
Racing, biking, shooting among recreational activities for residents, visitors THERE are times when the question of “What activities can we do in that place?” becomes one of the main questions…
‘Our Guiding Star’: Cultural gateway installed in LA’s Historic Filipinotown
THE next time you drive through Los Angeles’ Historic Filipinotown, there’s a new landmark to see as the long-awaited gateway was installed on Friday, April 1. The eastern entrance of…
Two Filipinos attacked in NYC as community leaders stage #FilipinosRiseUp rally
TWO Filipinos in New York City were added to the growing list of community members who have been victims of brutal, unprovoked attacks. Both incidents happened in midtown Manhattan a…
[COLUMN] Atty. Gurfinkel answers more immigration questions and concerns in part 2 of episode featuring the SoCal Pinoys
ON a previous episode of Citizen Pinoy, leading U.S. Immigration Attorney Michael J. Gurfinkel met with members of SoCal Pinoys, where they talked about the group’s goals and accomplishments, and…
Meet the long-time Filipina professor who’s taking social justice education beyond academia
Dr. Robyn Rodriguez, who has more than two decades of experience as a professor at UC Davis, is taking her expertise into the world of entrepreneurship The world of academia…
Fil-Am Nani Coloretti makes history in Biden’s administration
Nani Coloretti is now the highest ranking Filipino American in the Biden Administration as the U.S. Senate voted Tuesday, March 29 to confirm her nomination as deputy director of the Office…
FDA allows second COVID boosters for 50 and older
ELIGIBLE adults can start getting a second booster dose of a COVID-19 vaccine following the United States Food and Drug Administration’s authorization this week. The FDA on Tuesday, March 29…
The Cleaning Lady’s Elodie Yung on how playing someone who struggles is a privilege
THE new Fox series “The Cleaning Lady” wrapped up its successful first season and now fans are waiting for the good news. The series ended its last episode with a…
[COLUMN] Unhealthy drinks
WATER is vital to life. Without water, there won’t be life as we know it on earth. Our body is 50-75 percent water, averaging around 57 to 65 percent. Infants…
[COLUMN] Lea Salonga: ‘Some artists take time to ripen’
MULTI-awarded theater performer Lea Salonga will be a judge, along with singer-songwriter Michael Buble, in a new all-digital international singing competition called “Sing For The Stars” which is presented by…
PCGSF presents ‘Remember Bataan: 80th anniversary of the Fall of Bataan’
SAN FRANCISCO – In commemoration of the Battle of Bataan, the Philippine Consulate General in San Francisco, in partnership with the Filipino American Arts Exposition, Bataan Legacy Historical Society and…
Graton Resort & Casino is first US property to unveil new Kascada® Dual Screen gaming experience
ROHNERT PARK – Graton Resort & Casino unveiled the Light & Wonder™’s new Kascada Dual Screen slot cabinet on March 15, 2022 at 7:30 p.m. The advanced-tech games are first…