[COLUMN] Trust

Trust is important in any relationship, whether with God or with human beings, as it serves as the foundation and key to a healthy and harmonious connection. This principle holds true across various human endeavors, including business, politics, the church, or any organization. While individuals may collaborate towards a shared objective, without trust in each…

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City of San Diego marks one year since implementation of SUPRO

Businesses citywide are making the switch to more sustainable foodservice ware SAN DIEGO – One year into the city’s Single Use Plastic Reduction Ordinance (SUPRO), more and more businesses are saying goodbye to polystyrene foam, also known as styrofoam, and hello to more sustainable products that make San Diego a cleaner, greener community. In line with the…

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City of San Diego highlights Far South/Border North projects during arts, culture & creativity month

Program launches interactive, searchable map for creative work in San Diego, Imperial counties SAN DIEGO — Far South/Border North is in full swing during Arts, Culture & Creativity Month, with hundreds of artists and cultural practitioners in San Diego and Imperial counties implementing creative campaigns to engage communities and raise awareness of our region’s most critical issues….

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City of San Diego’s swimming pools staffing up for summer

With summer approaching, Parks and Recreation Department is recruiting pool lifeguards and managers SAN DIEGO – Summer is approaching and the City of San Diego’s 15 swimming pool facilities are working to staff up for the influx of seasonal visitors during warmer months when kids are out of school. The city’s Parks and Recreation Department…

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[COLUMN] Food and diet myths debunked

I AM writing this week’s column aboard the Icon of the Seas of Royal Caribbean Cruise Lines, the largest cruise ship, where food is massively abundant, and where the temptation to eat almost every two hours is great. Genuine medical information about food is sometimes lost and fake news and other mis- and disinformation abound…

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The Hinabi Project presents ‘Terno de Mayo’ gala, May 18

THE Philippine Consulate General in San Francisco is sharing an invitation for the Hinabi Project’s “Terno de Mayo” Couture Gala featuring the creations of Hollywood-based Filipino fashion designer Oliver Tolentino on May 18, 2024 at the Intercontinental Hotel (888 Howard Street) in downtown San Francisco. The event starts at 6 p.m. Tolentino is considered a champion…

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PH CONSUL GENERAL ATTENDS IZZY & WOOKS OPENING

Izzy & Wooks, a new Filipino American restaurant concept that specializes in classic American sandwiches with a Filipino twist, officially opened at the Metreon in San Francisco’s SOMA Pilipinas District on April 10, 2024. Philippine Consul General Neil Ferrer joined San Francisco District 6 Supervisor Matt Dorsey and SOMA Pilipinas Director Raquel Redondiez in a…

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Daly City awarded almost $2M from Congressman Mullin

ON April 2, 2024, Congressman Kevin Mullin presented the Daly City with two grant awards totaling almost $2 million. Congressman Mullin is an advocate for Daly City, and the community will benefit from these grants that will help fund two important projects: City of Daly City: Serramonte Street Resurfacing Project – $1,000,000 The Serramonte Street Resurfacing Project ($1.6…

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Be green, earn green

THE City of Santa Clara is encouraging residents to go green, especially with Earth Day (Monday, April 22) just having been celebrated. Visit the city’s website to start your landscape conversion rebate: https://www.santaclaraca.gov/our-city/departments-g-z/water-sewer-utilities/water-conservation/water-rebates. The City of Santa Clara hopes you’ll help stretch precious water resources by switching from thirsty lawn to a water wise, habitat-boosting…

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With historic targets, California will use millions of acres of land to fight the climate crisis

SACRAMENTO – California is taking unprecedented action to strategically harness the power of the equivalent of more than half of its land to fight the climate crisis. As called for by Governor Gavin Newsom’s California Climate Commitment, the state unveiled 81 targets for nature-based solutions on Monday, April 22 that will help California achieve its world-leading climate goals,…

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Nurse balances work and home by petitioning family member as household help, on a brand-new episode of Citizen Pinoy this Sunday

LANI, a dedicated nurse residing in Houston, found herself juggling multiple responsibilities between work and home. With a husband, a seven-year-old son, and a mother-in-law under her care, Lani’s days off often felt busier than workdays as she managed household chores, childcare, and caregiving duties. In a stroke of serendipity, while watching TFC, Lani (left)…

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EATS HERE! MAFBEX Returns For a Culinary Journey!

Manila, Philippines. Worldbex Services International continues to celebrate diverse industries with its premier food and beverage event, the Manila Foods and Beverage Expo (MAFBEX). Celebrating its 18th year milestones this 2024, the Manila Foods and Beverages Expo (MAFBEX) is coming back this June 12 to 16, 2024 at the World Trade Center Metro Manila, providing…

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[COLUMN] Can my children’s derivative social security benefits be offset against my monthly child support obligation?

California Family Code section 4504 allows a noncustodial parent to be credited towards their child support obligation for the amount of federal government payments they are receiving on behalf of the child. The payments that qualify for this credit include: Social Security retirement or disability benefits Railroad Retirement benefits Department of Veterans Affairs benefits To…

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LA county mobilizes regional partners, resources for workers impacted by closures of 99 Cents Only stores 

THE LA County Department of Economic Opportunity (DEO) and its regional partners held the first of several upcoming rapid response events to urgently connect soon-to-be laid off local workers, impacted by the recent bankruptcy and closure of dozens of local 99 Cents Only Stores, to critical workforce services.  The layoff information session and job fair, officially titled the…

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PAL to resume Clark – Basco flights in July

Flag carrier Philippine Airlines (PAL) will reintroduce flights between Clark and Basco, Batanes beginning July 2, 2024. With this service resumption, picturesque Basco will again be just a hop away for leisure travelers and tourists in Central and Northern Luzon. For travelers in these areas, this direct Clark – Basco – Clark service will provide…

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[COLUMN] Can my children’s derivative social security benefits be offset against my monthly child support obligation?

California Family Code section 4504 allows a noncustodial parent to be credited towards their child support obligation for the amount of federal government payments they are receiving on behalf of the child. The payments that qualify for this credit include: Social Security retirement or disability benefits Railroad Retirement benefits Department of Veterans Affairs benefits To…

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