‘80s heartthrob enjoys his little paradise in Batangas
GABBY Concepcion, the teen heartthrob who fluttered many girls’ hearts and who subsequently came back to star in GMA-7 teleseryes, seems to be living the ideal life in his little…
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Sugars: unhealthy
THERE is a confusing controversy, at least in the public arena, whether carbohydrates are healthy or bad for us. This will, of course, depend on what type of carbohydrates we…
No mercy or compassion with some immigration laws
SOME people hope or believe that if consuls or immigration officers hear their grave predicament, they would be filled with mercy and compassion and approve their case. If their situation…
WOCEE WIRED will define the next normal in the trade show industry this November
The digital era introduces us to a society who are always in the look-out for what’s coming-out next. In light of this rapid development, everyone has become more dependent on…
Public warned: Beware of COVID-related scams
AS the pandemic continues, individuals are advised to stay vigilant against the COVID-related scams currently spreading — from websites peddling fraudulent virus cures to calls pretending to be contract tracers…
[OPINION] Fellow Fil-Ams: Whether it’s by mail or in person, make sure to vote
by Philip Lim Nulud and Mari Bandoma Callado Former President Dwight Eisenhower once said, “[t]he future of this republic is in the hands of the American voter.” This is especially…
Social justice, activism and allyship: Filipino American History Month kicks off with calls to engage politically, culturally and socially
Unpacking the history of social justice and revolution in the Filipino American community and cultivating a more inclusive, informed future EARLIER this year, Filipino Americans from all walks of life…
Duterte receives high performance rating amid 2020 challenges
PHILIPPINE President Rodrigo Duterte’s performance rating climbed to 91% as the country continues to grapple with the coronavirus pandemic, a Pulse Asia survey revealed on Monday, October 5. The pollster’s…
Vote by mail ballots mailed out to LA County voters, early voting begins
STARTING this week, 5.6 million registered voters in Los Angeles County will begin to receive their vote by mail ballots for the November 3 presidential general election. Following an order…
Pandemic forces PAL to cut 35% of workforce
PHILIPPINE Airlines (PAL) plans to lay off 35% of its workforce, the company announced on Monday, October 5. Around 2,700 workers out of its total 7,800 workforce will be affected…
POEA allows newly-hired health care workers to leave PH
NEWLY-hired Filipino health care workers with signed contracts as of August 31, 2020 may now leave the country to work overseas, the Philippine Overseas Employment Administration (POEA) announced Tuesday, October…
Trump returns to White House to continue COVID-19 treatment
PRESIDENT Donald Trump told Americans to not “be afraid” of COVID-19 as he returned to the White House on Monday night, October 5 after a three-day stay at Walter Reed National…
More than 200,000 overseas Filipinos repatriated by DFA amid pandemic
OVER 200,000 overseas Filipinos have returned to the Philippines since the start of the coronavirus pandemic, the country’s Department of Foreign Affairs (DFA) said on Sunday, October 4. A total…
Will I have to pay spousal support if I file for divorce?
THE purpose of spousal support is not defined by the legislature in that its purpose varies according to the facts and circumstances of each case. The facts and circumstances of…
Angels among us (Part 1 of 4)
“See that you do not despise one of these little ones, for I say to you that their angels in heaven always look upon the face of my heavenly father.”…
[OPINION] Despite COVID-19 infection, Trump has not learned the lessons of empathy, truthfulness and true patriotism
PRESIDENT Donald Trump tweeted on Monday, October 5: ”I will be leaving the great Walter Reed Medical Center today at 6:30 P.M. Feeling really good!” Trump sent this tweet to…
Festival of Philippine Arts and Culture returns virtually for Filipino American History Month
FilAm ARTS (The Association for the Advancement of Filipino American Arts and Culture) announced the return of its popular Festival of Philippine Arts and Culture (FPAC), the City of Los…
‘UNDISCOVERED X’: San Francisco’s popular Filipino night market moves online
“UNDISCOVERED X,” a two-day gathering of Filipino/a/x entrepreneurs, creatives and thought leaders will be mounted online from October 17-18. With four virtual stages, four streaming hub cities, over 60 key…
#GoldOpen hosts weekend of support ahead of ‘Yellow Rose’ nationwide release
#GoldOpen, the community movement created by Gold House that successfully catapulted “Parasite,” “The Farewell,” “Crazy Rich Asians,” “Just Mercy,” and nearly two dozen multicultural films to box office success, is…
Building a Strategic Comeback for 2021
For the past several months, hundreds of companies continue to be on the defense because of the influx of unforgiving adversities presented by the pandemic. As most businesses know by…
Duterte wishes Trump a ‘speedy recovery’ from COVID-19
PHILIPPINE President Rodrigo Duterte has extended his well wishes to United States President Donald Trump and first lady Melania after they both tested positive for COVID-19, Malacañang said on Monday,…
Search to Involve Pilipino Americans hosts virtual benefit on Oct. 10 to raise funds for future headquarters, programs
AMONG the upcoming events to mark Filipino American History Month is a virtual benefit for one of the oldest and longest-running non-profit organizations serving Fil-Ams in Los Angeles. Historic Filipinotown’s…
New ruling: 2020 Census must continue until Oct. 31
A FEDERAL judge ordered that the 2020 Census counting efforts must continue through the end of the month, not October 5. This comes after the Census Bureau was found violating…
PH enters top 20 countries with most COVID-19 cases
THE Philippines is among the top 20 countries with the most number of novel coronavirus infections in the world after the Department of Health logged 2,415 additional cases on Thursday,…
Boracay reopens to local tourists
THIRTY-FIVE visitors flew to Boracay Island after the famous tourist spot reopened its doors to domestic tourists on Thursday, Philippine Tourism Secretary Bernadette Romulo–Puyat said on Friday, October 2. “There…
US plane disguised as PH aircraft may have been used to test China — Esperon
THE United States may have been testing Chinese forces when a U.S. Air Force surveillance plane disguised as a Philippine aircraft flew over the Yellow Sea last week, Philippine National…
Q4 & Beyond
By Martin Santiago This is the last quarter of 2020. Despite some challenges, the real estate market has boomed nationwide during the pandemic as people have found themselves spending more…
Newsom vetoes high school ethnic studies bill, says revisions are needed
IN an unexpected move, California Gov. Gavin Newsom on Wednesday, Sept. 30 vetoed a bill that would have required ethnic studies to be taught in all high schools. Earlier this…