WORLDBEX 2024
The anticipation peaks as the grand opening of WORLDBEX 2024 commences with a flourish of excitement and anticipation. Distinguished guests and industry leaders from around the world gather to witness…
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UltraPass ID spearheads decentralized digital identity adoption at scale in the Philippines
IN A significant move towards digital transformation, UltraPass ID, under the leadership of CEO and Co-Founder Eric Starr, has announced its presence in Manila as part of the Presidential Trade…
[COLUMN] Reimbursement for community contribution towards a spouse’s education and student loan during marriage
One of the biggest problem of millenials and Gen Z are educational cost and student loan debt. This eats up a large part of a households budget even among married…
California pushes to expand the universe of abortion care providers
by Laurie Udesky KFF Health News California’s efforts to expand access to abortion care are enabling more types of medical practitioners to perform certain abortion procedures — potentially a boon…
Free online training for California home health workers ending soon
by Mark Hedin Ethnic Media Services If you’re struggling to care for elderly or disabled friends or family, CalGrows has hundreds of free — and paying — online or in-person…
[COLUMN] Bankruptcy: When life doesn’t go as planned
LIFE happens. Sometimes even the best laid plans can go wrong. How do you respond when this happens to you? Do you easily give up when you’re overwhelmed? Remaining calm…
California attorney general boosts bill banning medical debt from credit reports
California Attorney General Rob Bonta announced Monday, March 11 that he is throwing his weight behind legislation to bar medical debt from showing up on consumer credit reports, a Democratic-led…
Okada Manila Celebrates Fifth Forbes 5-Star Rating; The Retreat Spa Earns Another 5-Star Recognition
Manila, Philippines – In a remarkable display of sustained excellence, Okada Manila proudly announces its fifth consecutive Forbes 5-star rating, affirming its leadership in luxury hospitality. This year’s award further…
FACC-GLA Installation MET Gala is on March 16
Modern Entrepreneurs & Trailblazer awards are the highlight of the festivities THE Filipino American Chamber of Commerce Greater Los Angeles (FACC-GLA) will be holding its fundraising gala in a night…
[COLUMN] Bankruptcy: When life doesn’t go as planned
LIFE happens. Sometimes even the best laid plans can go wrong. How do you respond when this happens to you? Do you easily give up when you’re overwhelmed? Remaining calm…
[COLUMN] A faith that is shared is a faith that endures
The reading from St. Paul to the Ephesians, 2:4-10, presents to us a beautiful verse: “For by grace you have been saved through faith, and this is not from you;…
[COLUMN] Reimbursement for community contribution towards a spouse’s education and student loan during marriage
One of the biggest problem of millenials and Gen Z are educational cost and student loan debt. This eats up a large part of a households budget even among married…
Biden said State of the Union is strong and made clear his campaign is off and running
President Joe Biden touted his administration’s accomplishments in health care in a wide-ranging State of the Union address on Thursday evening that touched on subjects such as immigration, the economy,…
How Fil-Am candidates fared in the California primary election
March 5 marked California’s primary election and several Filipino Americans ran for various state and local seats. Jessica Caloza, a women’s right advocate with extensive experience working for the federal,…
Jessica Caloza leads in primary election, one step closer to a seat in CA Assembly
LOS ANGELES — Jessica Caloza is a step closer to becoming the first Filipino American woman to get a seat in the California Legislature after garnering the highest votes in…
Revolutionizing Hospitality: Hotel Sogo Unveils First-of-its-Kind AI Tech Concept Rooms in the Philippines
Book Your Stay Now to Enjoy and Experience the Ease and Efficiency of the Sogo AI Tech Concept Rooms in selected locations of Hotel Sogo – Malate, Fairview, Pampanga and…
Sogo AI Tech Concept Rooms: The Future of Hotels
Hotel Sogo proudly presents a revolution in hospitality with the unveiling of its AI Tech concept Rooms, marking a significant milestone as the first hotel in the Philippines to embrace…
HOTEL SOGO PIONEERS IoT CONCEPT ROOMS – HOSPITALITY IN THE PHILIPPINES
Hotel Sogo, the country’s largest and fastest-growing hotel chain, is unstoppable as the leader in hotel modernization. It recently launched its Sogo AI Tech Concept rooms, in its locations in…
Global Comfort Group Corp and Hotelogix: Revolutionizing Sustainable Hotel Management
Eurotel Vivaldi, February 29, 2024 – Global Comfort Group Corporation (GCGC), the renowned hotel management company overseeing leading brands such as Hotel Sogo, Eurotel, Apo View Hotel, Hotel DreamWorld, and…
Simmons Group names new Director of Operations
LAS VEGAS – Simmons Group, headquartered in Las Vegas, announced today that Brittney Winters has been promoted to the position of Director of Operations. Winters has worked with Simmons Group…
Catarata announces run for ccsd trustees
A workhorse for Nevada’s youth, Catarata saved the Nevada Commission on Mentoring and created Micro-Grants for Nonprofits and Educators HENDERSON, NEVADA – Karl Catarata, a Nevada public servant and non-profit…
Jacky Rosen officially files for reelection, highlighting strong support for workers & bipartisan record delivering for Nevada
Senator Jacky Rosen officially filed for reelection to the United States State in the key battleground state of Nevada. Joined by Southern Nevada labor leaders and supporters at Plumbers and…
Can we fix a century of green card backlogs?
Slow-growing U.S. green card caps, delays and waste have characterized the system for a century, and are only worsening under politically polarized immigration laws. At a Friday, March 1 Ethnic…
Filipina American among appointments to key insurance-related boards, committees by Commissioner Lara
SACRAMENTO — Insurance Commissioner Ricardo Lara on Wednesday, March 6 announced several appointments to help advance the California Department of Insurance’s vision of insurance protection for all Californians. Filipina American Imelda…
San Diego works with FEMA to stand up disaster recovery center
Residents affected by Jan. 22 storm urged to apply online or in person for disaster assistance SAN DIEGO – Starting March 1, the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) will operate…
When to expect presidential primary election results
ON election night, we all want to know the results right away, but counting ballots takes time. Here are some reasons why: The county has over 1.9 million active registered…
City of San Diego celebrates Women in Construction Week
Hundreds of women play critical roles in city infrastructure projects SAN DIEGO – This week, March 3 to 9, is Women in Construction (WIC) Week and the City of San…
Flood Disaster Declaration allows impacted San Diegans to get disaster CalFresh benefits
PEOPLE impacted by the Jan. 22, 2024 storm flooding may be eligible for the Disaster CalFresh program. The program provides a one-time payment to buy food for themselves and…
Mayor Gloria named ‘Community Champion for Seniors’ by Meals on Wheels San Diego County
Mayor honored for longtime support for seniors, providing critical resources during COVID-19 pandemic SAN DIEGO – Mayor Todd Gloria on Tuesday, March 5 was named the 2024 Community Champion for…
Love and friendship of shelter pets worth more than a pot of gold
NO matter if they’re a Siberian Husky, a German Shepherd, a Chihuahua, a RussianBlue or a Siamese cat, during March, everyone’s Irish at the San Diego County Animal Shelters. Of the pets in shelter care, over 40%…