SACRAMENTO – On Tuesday, June 4, Governor Gavin Newsom announced that the California Department of Social Services (CDSS) is launching SUN Bucks in California, a new federal food program designed to ensure that children in families with low incomes have adequate nutrition while school is out for the summer. This comes as 14 Republican-led states, often claiming to…
The Philippine Consulate General in San Francisco, represented by Consul Jed Llona and Consul Vanessa Bago-Llona, joined the 27th Annual Filipino Fiesta of Sacramento, held in celebration of the 126th Anniversary of the Proclamation of Philippine Independence at the Jose Rizal Community Center in Sacramento, California on June 2, 2024. In his message that was…
The Philippine Consulate General in San Francisco joined the 26th annual Flores de Mayo and Santacruzan of the Canon Kip Senior Center, held in partnership with SOMA Pilipinas at the Yerba Buena Center for the Arts on May 31, 2024. In his message that was read by Consul Rowena Pangilinan-Daquipil, Consul General Neil Ferrer recognized the role…
SAN FRANCISCO – The Philippine Consulate General in San Francisco wrapped up its celebration of Asian American and Pacific Islander (AAPI) Heritage Month in the United States with the closing of “Bagong Liwanag 2: Baybayin Tattoos,” an exhibit that showcased the Philippine heritage customs of baybayin writing and body tattooing. Following a three-week run at the consulate, the “B agong…
LEADING U.S. Immigration Attorney and community advocate, Michael J. Gurfinkel, actively participated in the Philippine Independence Day Celebration in New York, organized by the Philippine Independence Day Council, Inc. (PIDCI) this past Sunday, June 2. The event, which marked the 126th anniversary of Philippine independence, brought together a vibrant and diverse gathering of Filipinos and…
THE East Bay Regional Park District is the largest regional park system in the nation, comprising 73 parks, 55 miles of shoreline, and over 1,330 miles of trails for hiking, biking, horseback riding, and environmental education. The Park District receives an estimated 30 million visits annually throughout Alameda and Contra Costa counties in the San Francisco Bay…
A new poll released for the Building Decarbonization Coalition (BDC) finds that a healthy 62% majority of California voters would support a pilot program to upgrade their neighborhoods to run on 100% clean electricity. A neighborhood-scale pilot program could upgrade entire blocks of homes and businesses at once to be fully powered by clean, renewable…
There is never the perfect time to think about who you would like to inherit from your estate in case you pass away or at least who among your closest friends (BFFs) and family members are even deserving of inheriting from your estate. In doing so, you should also think about which vehicle you plan…
The Filipino American Seniors Association of Chino Hills will have its 2024 Kalayaan in celebration of Philippine Independence Day on Monday, June 10. The annual event will be held from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Chino Hills Community Center located at 14250 Peyton Drive, Chino Hills, CA 91709. The attire is Filipinana with…
by Sunita Sohrabji Ethnic Media Services The next major pandemic of Covid-like proportions will likely be avian flu, a respiratory disease already killing millions of poultry and waterfowl, and infecting thousands of cattle. Currently, there is a version of H5N1 — the avian flu virus — on six continents, an unprecedented event, said Dr. Maurice…
The new KP.2 subvariant shows an amazing ability to evade immunity, and will likely spur on a summer surge of COVID-19 infections. “This is one of the more aggressive versions of the virus that we have ever seen,” said virologist Dr. Benjamin Neuman, professor of biology at Texas A&M University. “This is at the top…
The $10 million grant program will fund 46 local organizations fighting food inequity COMPTON, Calif. — To tackle the widespread food crisis in the Southland, Los Angeles County has unveiled a new $9.6 million grant program that will help fund food-based community organizations dedicated to providing affordable, healthy food to struggling families. The program is…
AS we come together this Sunday, June 2 to commemorate the Solemnity of the Body and Blood of Christ, we affirm our unwavering belief in the true presence of Christ in the Eucharist, distinguishing us from other Christian faith traditions and religions. The bread and wine, once part of the Eucharistic celebration, undergo a profound…
There is never the perfect time to think about who you would like to inherit from your estate in case you pass away or at least who among your closest friends (BFFs) and family members are even deserving of inheriting from your estate. In doing so, you should also think about which vehicle you plan…
$68M in financial support to be distributed to qualified landlords LOS ANGELES – As the June 4 deadline approaches, the Los Angeles County Department of Consumer and Business Affairs (DCBA) urges all qualified landlords to apply for the LA County Rent Relief Program. Applications must be submitted before the deadline of Tuesday, June 4, 2024, at 4:59…
By: Mic Diaz MULTI-talented musician and sound engineer Philip Manikan elevates his craft as musician and sound engineer to another level through his countless experiences. According to Philip, “There are a lot of opportunities available in the U.S. especially when it comes to multimedia production. There is a great demand for multimedia and post-production expertise,…
WORLD renowned jazz pianist Debbie Torres delivered an unforgettable performance at Vibrato Grill Jazz, captivating the audience with her extraordinary talent and vibrant energy. Joined by the All-Star Band, the evening was a celebration of musical brilliance and artistic synergy. The ensemble featured Sekou Bunch on bass and musical director, whose rhythmic prowess laid a…
by Andy Miller KFF Health News When Cassie Cox ended up in the emergency room in January, the Bainbridge, Georgia, resident was grateful for the Obamacare insurance policy she had recently selected for coverage in 2024. Cox, 40, qualified for an Affordable Care Act marketplace plan with no monthly premium due to her relatively low…
The new KP.2 subvariant shows an amazing ability to evade immunity, and will likely spur on a summer surge of COVID-19 infections. “This is one of the more aggressive versions of the virus that we have ever seen,” said virologist Dr. Benjamin Neuman, professor of biology at Texas A&M University. “This is at the top…
Los Angeles – The first ever search for Miss World Philippines USA is officially on, after the recent kick off event hosted by McLelland Entertainment Production, the sole franchise holder of MWP-USA. In an exclusive interview with Asian Journal on the sideline of the official launch of MWP-USA to the public last May 16 at…
Manila, Philippines. Eat’s Here! The Manila Foods and Beverages Expo (MAFBEX) is back this 2024 to bring you a more exciting food experience in the country! For the past 17 years, MAFBEX has delivered the best food experience to visitors who want to have a taste of great food and refreshing drinks. Now on its…
AS AAPI Heritage Month drew to a close, DIAGEO and 3.1 Phillip Lim hosted an evening of conversation around bridging art and identity across generations moderated by Karen Wong, former Deputy Director of the New Museum with panelists Wen Zhou, CEO and co-founder of 3.1 Phillip Lim, joined by featured artists Helena Dong, and Lena Imamura. 3.1…
AS the highly anticipated James Beard Awards draw near, Filipino talent emerges at the forefront, poised to seize the spotlight. Chefs and creators from the community have garnered nominations and acclaim, boldly waving the flag and propelling Filipino cuisine into the culinary mainstream. Four Fil-Am chefs were named finalists for the Restaurant and Chef Awards where winners…
ONE out of three adults worldwide (more than 2 billion of the 6.02 billion adults out of a total global population of 8.05 billion) have high blood pressure and about 10 million of them die each year from complications of hypertension, like heart attack and stroke, or ruptured aneurysm. In the United States, at least…
Philippine Consul General to San Francisco Neil Ferrer attended the United States Coast Guard Sector San Francisco’s Change of Command Ceremony on May 24, 2024 at Yerba Buena Island in San Francisco. The Change of Command Ceremony, a time-honored tradition, saw the relief of Captain Taylor Lam, and the assumption of Filipino-American Captain Jordan Baldueza as…
OAKLAND – The Philippine Consulate General in San Francisco, represented by Vice Consul Adrian Baccay, joined the 52nd anniversary gala of the Philippine Medical Society of Northern California (PMSNC) at the Hilton Oakland Airport Hotel in Oakland, California on May 18, 2024. In his message, Consul General Neil Ferrer recognized the PMSNC’s efforts “in elevating the…
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…
SAN FRANCISCO – On Friday, May 24, Mayor London N. Breed, Treasurer José Cisneros, and the San Francisco Human Services Agency together celebrated five years since the launch of San Francisco’s Museums for All program. Started in May 2019, the city’s Museums for All program began with the support of more than 15 museums and…
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…
Caring for older adults with dementia is stressful, especially when they become physically or verbally aggressive, wander away from home, develop paranoia or hallucinations, engage in inappropriate or repetitive behaviors, or refuse to let caregivers help them. Upward of 95% of patients experience these neuropsychiatric symptoms of dementia, which tend to fluctuate over time and…
