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WHENEVER an employer sponsors (or petitions) an alien for labor certification (or PERM), the employer must agree to offer at least the “prevailing wage” for the job position, as determined by the U.S. Department of Labor (DOL), based on the job requirements and location of employment. A prevailing wage determination from DOL is obtained by…
President Rodrigo Duterte will no longer ask Congress to extend martial law in Mindanao, presidential spokesperson Salvador Panelo said Tuesday, December 10. According to him, a security assessment showed “the weakening of the terrorist and extremist rebellion” in Mindanao through the arrest and killing of leaders of local terror groups. “The Palace is confident in…
The Philippine Coalition for the International Criminal Court on Tuesday, December 10, called for a state-sanctioned investigation into the alleged extrajudicial killings linked to the government’s war against illegal drugs — even the ones supposedly done in self-defense. “Self-defense is a valid reason to kill,” said Dr. Aurora Parong, Philippine Coalition for the ICC chairperson….
‘Crazy Rich Asians’ breakout star nominated for his acclaimed performance on NBC’s ‘Superstore’ For the second year in a row, Filipino American actor Nico Santos is nominated for a Critics Choice Award (CCA) for Best Supporting Actor in a Comedy Series for his work on the NBC sitcom “Superstore,” the Broadcast Film Critics Association announced…
Groundmaking ceremony features House Speaker Nancy Pelosi HOUSE Speaker Nancy Pelosi was a special guest at the Presidio Tunnel Tops Groundmaking Ceremony in early November which marked the beginning of a two-year construction project that will ultimately create 14 acres of new national parkland on top of highway tunnels and present dramatic, breathtaking views of…
THE Asian American Group (AAG) of Las Vegas hosted its annual holiday season party on December 4 at the Indian Mint Bistro (located at 4246 S Durango Dr., Las Vegas, Nevada). The night was full of celebration, entertainment, and camaraderie. Attendees were encouraged to bring gift cards valued at $25, which in turn will help…
The country’s two biggest water concessionaires announced Tuesday, December 10, that they are no longer seeking to collect more than P10 billion in compensation claims from the government after President Rodrigo Duterte accused them of economic sabotage and threatened to jail them. “We are willing to cooperate and negotiate with the government, and we will…
by Phil Galewitz More than $12 billion is at stake for the nation’s health insurers Tuesday, December 10, when the Supreme Court hears another Affordable Care Act case. For the federal government, the potential damages could be far greater, as its reputation as a reliable partner to private businesses is on the line. Unlike earlier…
CALIFORNIA divorce – “No Fault.” California is a no-fault divorce state. A party filing for divorce does not need the consent of the other in order to file a Petition for Dissolution (Divorce) or, in some instances, to get a judgment of divorce. What needs to happen is that the other party (your soon-to-be ex-spouse)…
Understanding MBA tools INTRO to MBA tools These Entrepreneurial Leadership STEM Articles are like taking your Masterclass in Strategic Entrepreneurship that will serve as a strong business and entrepreneurial management learning framework for you and become a Strategic Entrepreneurial Manager by understanding the 3Ps (People-Process-Profit). It aims to enable you to understand the significance and relevance…
A recently published article in the New England Journal of Medicine alluded to a study that concluded, in essence, that intensive medical treatment had the same results as interventional therapy (angioplasty with stenting, or heart bypass) for those with angina (chest pains) from ischemia (lack of blood supply to heart muscles due to arterial blockages)….
“Lest we forget ……… CHRIST is the reason for this season.” “REMEMBER the Wonder” was a catchy TV ad slogan for Wonder Bread, an iconic bread company that fled the woeful state of California. But the phrase can very well be used to refer to the true season of wonder — CHRISTMAS. December days and…
BEAUTY products are often considered individually beneficial as they are intended to make one look and feel good. But certain brands take it a step further and help others as well. With the season of giving in full swing, purchases from two Filipina-owned beauty and skincare brands in the United States support causes back in…
Reprinted with permission from ‘The Filipino Instant Pot Cookbook’ “NOT to be mistaken for taro, ube has been a longtime staple in Filipino desserts and has recently made its way into mainstream American culture. This yam adds a sweet and nutty flavor to desserts and is easy to identify by its deep purple color, making…
THERE are many Filipino dishes typically take a long time to cook, with nilaga, pata tim and bulalo to name a few. We can remember our mothers and grandmothers slaving it in the kitchen boiling and braising pork or beef bones. We also remember that trusted pressure cooker, which comes out to help shorten the…
by Christina M. Oriel, Klarize Medenilla & Malou Bledsoe / AJPress CHRISTMAS is just around the corner and we are all rushing to complete our shopping list. Gifting during the holidays is a tricky thing, however, as most people tend to buy what is trendy or popular. In the end, our recipients are most likely…
MALACAÑANG on Tuesday, December 10, criticized a Filipino couple for using President Rodrigo Duterte’s human rights record as a reason to seek political asylum in the United States. Last week, Rene Flores and his wife Joy were granted asylum by a San Francisco immigration judge after claiming that they might experience political persecution from the…
Cardinal Luis Antonio Tagle on Sunday, December 8, was appointed by Pope Francis as the Prefect of the Congregation for the Evangelization of Peoples, usually referred to by its historic name of Propaganda Fide. According to Catholic News Agency, the Propaganda Fide is one of the largest curial departments, with a size and scope exceeding…
Grand Park’s Winter Glow in Los Angeles is back for a free month-long event, featuring an immersive experience by multimedia artists representing the city’s diverse population. With LA’s sizable Filipino American community, the celebration wouldn’t be complete without parols, a symbol of Christmas in the Philippines. Until December 25, the free exhibit…
A sudden and severe lung illness from vaping has affected over a thousand people in the US1, becoming a public health crisis. Nearly all patients have been hospitalized, receiving treatments including medically induced coma2 3 4 breathing machines5, and advanced life support interventions.6 7 8 Lung injury patients have experienced a range of symptoms prior to being diagnosed. Doctors have…
CLARK, Pampanga — Seemingly on its way to declare its hosting of the 30th Southeast Asian (SEA) Games successful, the Philippines again got the nod to host another major sporting event next year with the signing of the staging of the 11th Asian Swimming Championships at the New Clark City Aquatics Center on Sunday, December…
MANILA — No one should feel threatened by the report on the government’s campaign against illegal drugs that Vice President Leni Robredo is expected to release next week, she said. The vice president confirmed that she will release her report on Monday, December 9. “Walang dapat matakot. Medyo nakakatawa nga na parang ‘yung anticipation nananakot…
The Office of the Ombudsman on Monday, December 9, started its investigation into the possible corruption in the organizing of the 30th Southeast Asian Games (SEA Games). “I have just created a panel to conduct a fact-finding investigation, at kapag may nakitang ebidensya (and if we find evidence) we will be forced to file a…
The Trump nominee becomes the first Filipino American to serve on a federal appeals court and second openly gay federal circuit court judge The United States Senate on Tuesday, December 10 voted to confirm a President Donald Trump-nominated Filipino American prosecutor to the largest appeals court in the country. As the first Filipino American and…
Secretary Chao to discuss innovation and the safe integration of new technologies Arlington, VA, December 9, 2019 – The Consumer Technology Association (CTA)® today announced U.S. Secretary of Transportation Elaine L. Chao will deliver a keynote address at the upcoming CES® 2020, the world’s largest and most influential tech event. Secretary Chao is scheduled to…
THE Philippines is “in the middle of a garbage crisis,” Environment Secretary Roy Cimatu warned as he urged Filipinos to start being mindful of how their actions impact the environment. “If we continue to act only for our independent interests, continue to spoil our water bodies and fail to responsibly manage our wastes, we will…
