[COLUMN] Anatomy of a medical mission

MEDICAL missions to various remote towns in the Philippines are now a regular ritual for many patriotic Filipino American organizations in the United States. Desirous of helping their  underprivileged fellowmen and obviously heeding the call from within their own hearts, these dedicated and benevolent countrymen of ours spend time, effort, personal money and some risk…

Read More

Top Filipino chefs host dinner collaboration in Las Vegas

LAS VEGAS – Istorya, a Las Vegas-based Filipino pop-up restaurant, is excited to announce a dinner collaboration that brings together the top Filipino chefs across the country. Isang Kusina, or One Kitchen, will take place in Las Vegas on Monday, Feb. 5 at Fine Company in Downtown Summerlin®. Istorya was awarded Best Pop-Up restaurant in…

Read More

Board of Supervisors approve new help for flood survivors

COUNTY supervisors took new actions on Tuesday, January 30 to help people in communities flooded by last week’s torrential rains, starting with protecting them from unfair evictions and shifting $10 million in funds to support them. The Board of Supervisors approved actions in a special meeting Tuesday called to address the flooding as more rains…

Read More

Tips to stay safe while cleaning up after a flood

IF your home or business was flooded during the Jan. 22 storm, it is important to keep yourself and your family safe when cleaning up. Before attempting to clean up after the storm, visit the recovery page at AlertSanDiego.org for safety tips, information on how to properly document damages and other available resources. Residents should only enter…

Read More

Tips to stay safe in heavy rains, flooding

WITH hundreds of San Diegans already dealing with flood recovery and more rain predicted in the future, everyone is encouraged to follow important safety and preparedness tips to deal with rain and floods. Here is a collection of handy tips from the County, the Federal Emergency Management Agency and SDG&E to prepare for and respond…

Read More

[COLUMN] When the IRS files a federal tax lien

A NOTICE of Federal Tax Lien (NFTL) is a public record filed by the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) with the County Recorder where you live. When the IRS wants to enforce delinquent taxes against you, there are various mechanisms that the government can use to achieve that goal. This is one of them. Technically, the…

Read More

[COLUMN] Leading US immigration attorney reflects on the immigration story of his parents on this Sunday’s Citizen Pinoy

  ATTORNEY Michael J. Gurfinkel has solved many immigration problems and helped countless families be reunited. Unknown to many, this leading U.S. immigration attorney also has his own immigration story to tell. Atty. Gurfinkel’s father, Sam, was a Holocaust survivor during WWII. Sam was only nine years old when Adolph Hitler’s Nazi army rounded up…

Read More

AFP chief of staff calls on SF consul general

SAN FRANCISCO – Armed Forces of the Philippines Chief of Staff General Romeo Brawner, Jr. paid a courtesy call on Consul General Neil Frank R. Ferrer on January 25, 2024. Consul General Ferrer welcomed General Brawner and his delegation to the Philippine Center in San Francisco. Members of the AFP delegation included the AFP Deputy…

Read More

PH consulate general in SF holds 2024 planning session

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…

Read More

[COLUMN] Dealing with assets omitted in a divorce case

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…

Read More

13 Fil-Am chefs named James Beard Awards semifinalists

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…

Read More

VALENTINE’S OFFERINGS 2024

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…

Read More

Marcos launches plan for ‘new PH’

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…

Read More

[COLUMN] The devil’s attack on prayer

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,…

Read More

Social Security cards are safer at home

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…

Read More

County board ratifies emergency proclamation

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…

Read More
Back To Top