End of internet subsidies for low-income households threatens telehealth access
by Sarah Jane Tribble KFF Health News For Cindy Westman, $30 buys a week’s worth of gas to drive to medical appointments and run errands. It’s also how much she…
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First-ever Listas campaign helps women prepare for emergencies
Women are among the leading groups primed for disaster preparation, according to the California Office of Emergency Services (CalOES). As a result, CalOES is launching Listas, a first-of-its-kind campaign to…
‘Love is with me’ – 2nd Gen Asian Americans share challenges of care giving for elderly immigrant parents
The tradition of caring for one’s aging parents is embedded in Asian culture. But 2nd generation AAPIs face multiple challenges in caring for their immigrant parents, including a lack of support,…
Judge Rohanee Zapanta, DEI VP Bianca Nicole Nepales inspire and empower at FWN event
JUDGE Rohanee Zapanta, the second Filipina to be appointed to the San Diego Superior Court, and Bianca Nicole Nepales, the vice president of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI) at Lionsgate,…
Cecile & Mighty and Junior New System performed at a jam-packed 1810 Studio
LONGTIME singing and magic duo Cecile & Mighty with special guest world-renowned hip hop dance group Junior New System staged an unforgettable magic show for parents and relatives of their…
Heat protections for California workers are in limbo after Newsom abandons rules
by Angela Hart and Samantha Young KFF Health News SACRAMENTO — California Gov. Gavin Newsom’s administration has abandoned proposed protections for millions of California workers toiling in sweltering warehouses, steamy…
End of internet subsidies for low-income households threatens telehealth access
by Sarah Jane Tribble KFF Health News For Cindy Westman, $30 buys a week’s worth of gas to drive to medical appointments and run errands. It’s also how much she…
Breaking cultural stigmas around Alzheimer’s
Stigma around Alzheimer’s disease — the second-leading cause of death in California — prevents many communities from getting help. In response, the California Department of Public Health (CDPH) is launching…
NaFFAA NV celebrates Women’s History Month
This year’s national theme for Women’s History Month is “Women who advocate for equity, diversity and inclusion!” This aligns closely with the values NaFFAA NV upholds. “Come Sunday, April 7,…
Las Vegas-Clark County Library District partners with Illuminarium and Meow Wolf for free interactive & immersive storytime experiences starting April 14
LAS VEGAS – The Las Vegas-Clark County Library District is joining with Illuminarium and Meow Wolf to bring stories, art and imagination to life for children and their families through…
Southwest Las Vegas rallies for Team Biden-Harris and Democrats at coordinated campaign office opening
Team Biden-Harris and the Nevada State Democratic Party celebrated the official opening of the southwest Las Vegas coordinated campaign office dedicated to reelecting President Biden, Vice President Harris, and Democrats…
Bee safe this spring, don’t get stung
DURING springtime, the flowers bloom and the bees are busy. Here are some simple tips to make sure you don’t get stung. The biggest one is — do not disturb…
Celebrate Earth Month with the county
THE County is transforming Earth Day into Earth Month by holding a series of events highlighting sustainable activities that will span through the month of April to raise awareness about…
County blood drive celebrates 40 years of saving lives
ON Tuesday, April 2 the county kicked off its 40th annual blood drive, an event that has grown to become one of the largest donor events of its kind in…
City of San Diego receives national award for commitment to energy efficiency
US Department of Energy honor bestowed at 2024 summit SAN DIEGO – With a goal of removing natural gas from all city facilities by 2035, the City of San Diego…
PH consul general attends Daly City state of the city address
DALY CITY – Mayor Juslyn C. Manalo delivered a compelling State of the City Address on March 18, 2024, showcasing Daly City’s accomplishments and outlining ambitious plans for the future….
Governor Newsom unveils water plan to capture more water and defend against extreme weather
PHILLIPS STATION — In the face of the climate crisis, the Newsom Administration is continuing to take action to protect water supplies when it’s dry and to capture more water…
PH judiciary officials visit Seattle and Northern California
MOUNTAIN VIEW – Philippine Judiciary officials led by Supreme Court Chief Justice Alexander G. Gesmundo attended executive briefings on digital transformation at Amazon Web Services in Seattle, Washington and at Google Bayview Campus in Mountain…
PH Consulate in SF delivers 1,289 consular services to Filipinos in Washington, nearby states
SAN FRANCISCO – In partnership with volunteers from various Filipino American community organizations in Tacoma, Washington, an 11-member team from the Philippine Consulate in San Francisco led by Deputy Consul…
[COLUMN] New COVID vaccines
SINCE new strains of COVID-19, XBB.1.5, and the variant before it, JN.1, are the dominant strains infecting people, the CDC recommends that people ages 12 and older get the latest…
Same-sex success story shows how love found a way, on a brand-new episode of Citizen Pinoy this Sunday
AYIE and Doc Feb are a same-sex couple, who love each other and wanted to spend the rest of their days together. Since Ayie, the petitioner, was only a recent…
Fil-Ams, Indian Americans have lowest poverty rates among Asians in US
Study shows that 1 in 10 Asian Americans live at or below the poverty line, but poverty rates vary widely depending on the country of origin LOS ANGELES – The…
EDD online application now available in top eight languages
SACRAMENTO – On Thursday, March 28, the Employment Development Department (EDD) announced that it has further expanded language access options in its myEDD online portal and UI Online for individuals to apply for unemployment…
SELLabrate™: A sales guide for those who hate to lose
MELODY Avecilla is a passionate entrepreneur, multiple business owner, and investor, and has condensed her decades of sales, business, and leadership experience into a powerful customer-centric sales system that works….
Your doctor or your insurer? Little-known rules may ease the choice in Medicare Advantage
Bart Klion, 95, and his wife, Barbara, faced a tough choice in January: The upstate New York couple learned that this year they could keep either their private, Medicare Advantage…
Dive into Summer Bliss with I’M Hotel and I’M Onsen Spa’s 4.4 Deals!
I’M Hotel and I’M Onsen Spa are thrilled to unveil their exclusive 4.4 deals, tailored for those seeking the ultimate summer escape within the city. Dive into a collection of…
Bridging the Future with MIAS 2024: NOW OPEN!
The Philippines’ premier automotive event is back, even bigger and bolder than ever! The Manila International Auto Show 2024 (MIAS) returns to showcase the best of the automotive industry and…
[COLUMN] The E-visa classification as an immigration option for foreign investors
Foreigners that have either a business in their home country or have the capital or can raise the capital to establish a business in the U.S., there is an option…
[OPINION] Navigating US and Philippine estate laws: A guide for Filipino Americans
By: Atty. Marivel Zialcita For Filipino-Americans, estate planning encompasses more than just deciding how assets should be distributed upon death. It’s about understanding and navigating the complexities of estate laws…
White House announces big changes for race and ethnicity data collection
by Sunita Sohrabji Ethnic Media Services The White House March 28 morning rolled out new standards for race and ethnicity data collection, including for the first time Middle Easterners and…