SAN FRANCISCO – Philippine Consul General Neil Frank R. Ferrer convened the 2024 planning conference on January 11, 2024 with officers of the consulate and partner government agencies to coordinate plans and activities for the year. Participating in the planning session were heads of Economic, Consular, Political, Cultural, Assistance-to-Nationals, and Administrative Sections, Philippine Trade and…
As the Bay Area housing crisis deepens racial and wealth divides, how much is the system working as intended? With a two century history of race-based discrimination preventing many Bay Area communities of color from finding homes, race-conscious housing plans are needed to mend this disparity, said front-line housing policymakers and advocates at a Monday,…
INDIVIDUALS who have accumulated excessive debt are often left to ponder whether they should file bankruptcy to get out of debt. Sometimes, these people feel that somehow, they’ve lost, failed, or that they will never have a chance to rebuild their credit again. Because we are living in a society where having a lot of…
YOU and your spouse may have gone through a lengthy and contentious divorce proceeding. This is usually the most difficult period of a person’s life. Finally, time heals all pain. You and your spouse get tired of bickering and being mean to one another that you both decide to compromise each other positions and resolve…
Who will win in the first MIFF Awards? AS the Manila International Film Festival (MIFF) starts Monday, January 29, the exciting first overseas edition of the long-running Metro Manila Film Festival (MMFF) revealed its jury members and announced that more stars are confirmed to attend from the Philippines. The 2024 MIFF prizes will be given…
Several Filipino American chefs are in the running for the 2024 James Beard Awards as the James Beard Foundation announced its Restaurant and Chef Awards semifinalists on Thursday, Jan. 25. The James Beard Awards are among the nation’s most prestigious culinary honors, recognizing the outstanding and talented leaders making their mark on American food. The awards celebrate…
Clinicians at Valley-Wide Health Systems never know who will appear at their clinic in San Luis, a town of about 600 people in southern Colorado. “If someone’s in labor, they’ll show up. If someone has a laceration, they’ll show up,” said nurse practitioner Emelin Martinez, the chief medical officer for the health care system serving…
Recognizing the importance of relaxation and cherishing time spent with close friends and family, I’M Hotel is pleased to present carefully designed packages for Love Month that will allow everyone—including you—to concentrate on making new, priceless memories with their loved ones. Its offerings include enticing staycation packages, delightful dining experiences, and rejuvenating spa treatments—all within…
PRESIDENT Ferdinand Marcos Jr. on Sunday called on Filipinos to unite in the face of emerging global challenges and support the government’s efforts to bring about a “new Philippines.” Marcos made the call as he led the kick-off rally for “Bagong Pilipinas” at the Quirino Grandstand in Manila, describing it as his administration’s commitment to…
While spending a holy hour one morning last week, I felt a heavy sense of depression. I found myself questioning why I was feeling this way. Typically, during prayer, I would feel elated, consoled, inspired, and strengthened. However, that early morning experience of prayer was different. It was a time of desolation rather than consolation,…
By: Mic Diaz ABERDEEN Institute School of Nursing officially opened its doors at its Grand Opening and Ribbon Cutting on Saturday, January 13 in Van Nuys. Led by its Anthony Riccomini and Dr. Bernard Sanchez-Ricomini, Aberdeen Institute is the newest school of nursing to open in the San Fernando Valley. Centrally located in Van Nuys,…
by Annie Walters Social Security Public Affairs Specialist in Nevada Scams to steal your personal information are at an all-time high. That’s why it remains critical to safeguard important personal documents like your Social Security card. A Social Security card is not an identification document. In many situations, you only need to know your Social…
THE County Board of Supervisors unanimously ratified a countywide local emergency proclamation on Wednesday, January 24 for the Jan. 22 storm that left widespread damage across the region. The emergency proclamation was declared Monday and by government code, the Board of Supervisors must ratify it within seven days. Declaring this emergency allows the county to…
SAN Diego County District Attorney Summer Stephan is warning businesses and scammers not to take advantage of consumers by price gouging or other fraud schemes during a state of an emergency – doing so can result in prosecution and jail. As a result of the damage and devastation caused by the severe storm on Jan.22, the County…
Residents encouraged to complete county survey online for potential disaster assistance SAN DIEGO – In response to a record amount of rain that hit the San Diego region on Monday, Jan. 22, city crews are now assessing the damage and impacts of the storm that caused major flooding in several communities. According to the National…
Cebu City—Sinulog sa Sugbo, dubbed as the country’s biggest festival, is more than just a crowd-attracting event, it also allows tourists to immerse themselves “in an experience that transcends the ordinary”, according to Department of Tourism Secretary Christina Garcia Frasco. The tourism chief, who graced the event as guest of honor, also described the festival…
The Farm at San Benito proudly announces its recent attainment of Halal certification, marking a significant step towards becoming a globally recognized inclusive healing sanctuary. The Philippines’ Department of Tourism (DOT) commends The Farm at San Benito for its dedication to providing diverse and culturally sensitive experiences, creating a haven for all guests. “Having The…
Manila, Philippines — Department of Tourism (DOT) Secretary Christina Garcia Frasco will lead the Philippine tourism delegation at the 2024 ASEAN Tourism Forum (ATF) in Vientiane, Laos from January 24 to 26, 2024. Established in 1981, the ATF is a cooperative regional effort to promote the Association of Southeast Asian Nations as one tourist destination….
The Tourism Promotions Board (TPB) Philippines and the Department of Tourism (DOT) are gearing up to present the Philippines’ rich and diverse tourism offerings at the ASEAN Tourism Forum (ATF) 2024 on January 22 to 27 in Vientiane, Laos. The ATF is a cooperative regional effort to promote the Association of Southeast Asian Nations as…
SAN FRANCISCO – A group of Filipino scientists and science scholars attending the American Geophysical Union (AGU) Fall Meeting 2023 last December called on Consul General Neil Frank R. Ferrer at the Sentro Rizal at the Philippine Consulate. According to PhD researcher Joshua Dimasaka, who studies AI and environmental risks and disaster resilience at the…
GOT an email or text message about a tax refund? It’s a scam. IRS impersonators are at it again. This time, the scammers are sending messages about your “tax refund” or “tax refund e-statement.” It might look legit, but it’s an email or text fake, trying to trick you into clicking on links so they…
SAN FRANCISCO – Mayor London N. Breed and Vacant to Vibrant partner SF New Deal on Thursday, January 18 celebrated the success of the city’s Vacant to Vibrant program, which includes lease extensions for eight of the nine inaugural pop-up storefronts following a successful pilot three-month term. The city’s second cohort will be selected and announced over…
SAN FRANCISCO – The Philippine Consulate General in San Francisco approved 2,117 overseas voting (OV) applications filed from October 1, 2023 to December 31, 2023, during the hearing conducted by the Consulate’s Resident Election Registration Board (RERB) on January 16, 2024. After a full year of registering overseas voters for the 2025 elections, which began on December 9, 2022,…
An exhibit showcasing the health & wellness tourism products and services that are available in the market today – including beauty and anti-aging offerings from the country’s leading dermatology clinics and boutiques – is one of the main attractions of the Health & Wellness CONFEX 2024 that will be held on January 26-28, 2024 at…
SAN FRANCISCO – The Philippine Consulate General in San Francisco is hosting an art exhibit of Filipino visual artist and street muralist Venazir Martinez, the artist’s first solo art exhibit in San Francisco, and the first exhibition to be held at the Consulate in 2024. Held under the auspices of Sentro Rizal San Francisco and…
20 new trails for 2024 OAKLAND – For the past 31 years, the East Bay Regional Park District has encouraged the public to explore their Regional Parks through its annual Trails Challenge program. The free program connects people with nature and healthy recreation by providing 20 designated trails for each year’s challenge. The 2024 Guidebook…
by Harvey L. Sapigao IN the ’90s, Dr. Neila Cortes-Maramba of UP Manila led a team of scientists investigating ten medicinal plants in the Philippines. Two of these plants exhibited promising results — one for cough and the other for urinary tract infections. The team patented Vitex negundo (Lagundi) and Blumea balsamifera (Sambong) in syrup and tablet forms,…
by Selen Ozturk Ethnic Media Services Although inflation and unemployment rates are falling, many Americans are struggling to stay afloat with record-high costs of living. At a Friday, January 19 Ethnic Media Services briefing, experts across the financial spectrum — from housing to oil to small business — discussed how our current economy is impacting…
Delinquency date change allows more homeowners to join tens of thousands who have already taken advantage of federal funding earmarked to help Californians recover from COVID-19 SACRAMENTO – The California Mortgage Relief Program has announced an important update that will extend program eligibility to more homeowners across the state. The program has extended the delinquency…
AT the last day of our medical mission in Munoz (The Science City), Nueva Ecija, Philippines, January 17, 2024, there were news reports of the death of a 39-year-old female in Quezon City following intravenous stem cell therapy. Health Secretary Ted Herbosa has ordered an investigation of the case. A few years back, two Filipino…
