The national tour of Disney’s “Frozen” has been warming the hearts of theatergoers since it landed at the Hollywood Pantages Theatre in December. There’s still an opportunity to catch it before it leaves on Feb. 2. Starring Caroline Bowman as Elsa and Caroline Innerbichler as Anna, this production of “Frozen” brings magic to life through…
TAAL Volcano – a volcano within a lake within a volcano. This spectacular dreamy view of Taal from Tagaytay is perhaps one of the most memorable sights of the Motherland that we Filipinos already living abroad always go back to. Being only 31 miles away from the nation’s capital, this picturesque destination is part of…
LAS VEGAS — With Census Day approaching on April 1, local Asian American and Pacific Islander (AAPI) organizations are beginning to encourage community members to fill out the questionnaire. The 2020 Census will mark the first time U.S. residents can respond online in addition to the traditional phone or mail options. During a roundtable hosted…
On Monday, January 13, NV Dems and the Asian American Pacific Islander (AAPI) Democratic Caucus hosted a mock caucus to prepare Nevada Democrats. With less than 40 days before NV Dems’ 2020 First in the West Caucus, mock caucuses provide caucus-goers and volunteers with valuable hands-on experience. In 2020, Asian American voters in Nevada will…
Fremont campus graduate shares his experience Finding the right aviation school is not easy, as they come in all shapes and sizes. However, the perfect school should inspire confidence that your success is their highest priority. Aviation Institute of Maintenance (AIM) is ready to help aspiring students to reach their goals of having an exciting…
DEAR Atty. Gurfinkel: I petitioned my married son in 1998 while he was still in the Philippines. He later came to the U.S. on a visitor’s visa and overstayed. We are now receiving notices from the National Visa Center (NVC) advising his priority date is current, his visa is available, and he needs to apply…
Cracks have rendered this road in Talisay, Batangas unpassable. Volcanologists have warned that ground fissures and tremors are signs of a looming eruption | ManilaTimes.net photo by Gerard Seguia The Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology (Phivolcs) on Wednesday, January 15, said it has observed more fissures or cracks near the Taal Volcano amid its…
The plan affirms the governor’s long-promised goals on public schools, health care and homelessness among other progressive reforms DELIVERING on his promises of a more liberal Golden State, California Governor Gavin Newsom unveiled a new $222.2 billion plan that bulks up funding to address some of the state’s most pressing matters including homelessness, public schools,…
THE city of Oxnard, California now has its first Filipino American police commander. Marc Amon, who has been with the Oxnard Police Department for the past 24 years, moved up the ranks on Saturday, January 11. He will be in charge of the East District of the city. He oversaw the department’s crime reduction unit…
by Pilar Marrero (Ethnic Media Services/La Opinion) In this issue, we continue with our occasional series meant to answer the most frequently asked questions regarding the census. If you have a question or doubt about the census, please write to [email protected] and we will consult the experts to get the answers. These questions were gathered…
THE Lunar New Year signifies not only the beginning of a new year in the Chinese calendar, but also the start of the Spring season. Unlike the fixed new year of the Gregorian calendar commonly celebrated on January 1st, the date of the Lunar New Year varies, determined by the appearance of the new moon…
Philippine Vice President Leni Robredo defended the drug war report based on her findings as former co-chair of the Inter-Agency Committee on Anti-Illegal Drugs (ICAD) after receiving flak from administration allies. “If they dismiss it as a mere political [attack], it just means they did not read the report,” she said on her radio show…
“I’ve noticed that everyone who is for abortion has already been born.” —Ronald Reagan I staunchly believe that the gift of life is from God and that life begins at the moment of conception. For me, there can be no equivocation on this issue. That is why, the decision by the state of Virginia to…
SLEEPLESS nights… Stressed out… Worried about the future… Always broke no matter how hard they work…Feeling hopeless about their situation. This is what most people are going through when they are considering bankruptcy in order to get out of debt. The word “bankruptcy” often produces negative feelings because some people equate it with failure. They…
The Philippine Coast Guard on Tuesday, January 14, welcomed China Coast Guard Vessel 5204 as it undergoes a port call to the country. The two coast guards will hold a bilateral meeting to discuss issues such as hotlines of communication and search and rescue operation. They will also be discussing the possibility of conducting joint…
The Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology (Phivolcs) on Tuesday, January 14, said the Taal Volcano shows no signs of slowing down, with its ongoing ash eruptions continuing to trigger volcanic earthquakes. “As we speak, there are still earthquake events so we expect more activities in the next few days,” said Philvocs chief Renato Solidum….
TO most people in the western world, rats have a bad reputation. They’re scrappy, dirty vermin who have been recognized as little furry vessels of disease; it was known that rats were responsible for the spread of bubonic plague in the 14th century that killed nearly half of Europe’s population. English-speaking cultures have even commandeered…
The 24-year-old beauty queen joined Miss Universe Singapore Mohana Prabha in an exclusive meet-and-greet in Chino Hills A GROUP of lucky Filipinos and pageant fans in Southern California got to meet Miss Universe Philippines 2019 Gazini Ganados this week before the beauty queen headed back to the motherland after competing in the Miss Universe pageant…
LOS ANGELES — A Filipina American this week became the first woman of color to be promoted to the rank of full professor within the University of Southern California’s English department. Karen Tongson, who was been at the university’s Dornsife College of Letters, Arts and Sciences since 2005, announced the news on her Twitter account…
THE mandatory repatriation ordered by the Philippine government will remain for Filipino workers in Iraq, but has been lifted for Iran and Lebanon as tensions between the United States and Iran ease, the Philippine Department of Labor and Employment announced on Thursday, January 9. Labor Secretary Silvestre Bello III clarified that the alert levels for…
DESPITE low ratings from individuals around the world, support for U.S. President Donald Trump remains its highest in the Philippines, according to a recent Pew Research Center survey. Results from the nonpartisan fact tank’s latest survey found that 77% of Filipinos said they are confident that Trump would do the “right thing” concerning world affairs,…
WHAT is the new minimum wage? Effective January 1, 2020, the minimum wage in California will be $12.00 per hour for employers with 25 employees or less. For employers with 26 employees or more, the minimum wage is now $13.00 per hour. Most employees in California are entitled to be paid at least the minimum…
UPANG makakuha ng employment-based green card, karaniwan ay may tatlong yugto para dito. Ang unang yugto ay ang PERM Labor Certification, kung saan ang US employer ay magpapakita sa US Department of Labor (DOL) na walang kwalipikadong US worker para sa posisyon/trabaho na inaalok sa dayuhang empleyado. Pagkatapos maaprubahan ang the PERM Labor Certification, ang…
Malacañang calls resolution ‘misguided’ THE United States Senate on Wednesday, January 8 passed a resolution officially condemning the administration of Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte for its detention of outspoken Philippine Senator Leila De Lima. U.S. Senate Resolution 142 argued that De Lima’s detainment was an infringement on the “legitimate exercise of her freedom of speech”…
• YES, taxpayers whose Individual Tax Identification Numbers (ITIN) expired and who expect to file a tax return in 2020 must submit a renewal application. • ITINs with the middle digits 83, 84, 85 or 86, 87 (For example: 9XX-83-XXXX) must be renewed even if the taxpayer used it in the last three years. •…
AFTER a productive two-year run under President Ellen Samson, the Filipino American Chamber of Commerce of Greater Los Angeles (FACCGLA) will be announcing its new officers to serve for the next two years: President and Marketing Chair Annie Nepomuceno; Vice President for Events, Lois P. Klavir; Vice President for Membership, Connie Mapue; and Secretary Evangeline…
AS an anchor/psychic of the number one radio/TV station in the Philippines, I do yearly forecasts or predictions for the country and internationally. Last year’s predictions had a batting average of 95%. My visions highlighted the church bombing, Anak Krakatoa’s eruption, the discovery of an important artifact that changes man’s early beginnings, earth splitting in…
THIS week marked the 36th year since their father left us. He left me a houseful of very young and adorable daughters with the world on their side. In the face of adversity, we are not permitted to ask “why me?” You can ask but you won’t get an answer. Through the years, I’ve learned…
Fifty-six years ago on December 24, 1963, Gigi and I exchanged marriage vows. We promised to love and honor and care for each other till death parted us. Till then, it would be the two of us facing the future and taking on life’s challenges. But we soon became more than two. Ringo was born…
DEMAGOGUE: a leader championing the cause of the common people in ancient times. This is how the Merriam-Webster dictionary defines the word, which has evolved to “a leader who makes use of popular prejudices and false claims and promises in order to gain power.” The evolution of the meaning of the term “demagogue” comes from…
