Getting the most out of a Philippine visit Part (2 of 2)
“The world is a book, and those who do not travel read only a page.” —St. Augustine (Continued from last week …) Fortunately, the dollar’s value is holding up…
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U.S. EPA celebrates WIFIA Project with groundbreaking at Orange County Water District
FOUNTAIN VALLEY, Calif. – On Friday, November 8, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and the Orange County Water District (OCWD) participated in a groundbreaking ceremony for the Groundwater Replenishment…
National Music Competitions for Young Artists: Road to Finals
National Music Competitions for Young Artists (NAMCYA) has been the home of talented young Filipino artists for almost 50 years – from learning and advancing in their craft as musicians…
Outstanding Men & Women of the Year (Philippines) awards honor trailblazers
Manila, Philippines – They are game-changers, rule breakers, and trailblazers. The country’s “Outstanding Men and Women of the Year” for 2019 were feted at a glittery gala in late November…
Philippine SME Business Expo & Conference opens its doors today, November 12
PASAY – Country’s Largest Business-2-Business Expo, Conference, and Networking Event for Small and Medium Enterprises – the Philippine SME Business Expo & Conference [PHILSME] opened once again for its 9th edition…
LG Electronics Launches The Brand-New Line Up For Single Commercial Air Conditioners
LG Pushes the Limits with its Unique Original Technology R1 CompressorTM and Smart Inverter November 07, 2019 — As the leader in the HVAC industry, LG Electronics (LG) recently held…
Are green cards for Filipino educators the answer to teacher shortages in rural America?
By Alice Sarmiento, NextDayBetter Storytelling Associate For many of us, school is like a home away from home, with our teachers acting as our parents. But in the United States,…
14th PropertyGuru Asia Property Awards Grand Final scales greater heights with expanded categories
ASIA’S LONG-RUNNING AND MOST RESPECTED REAL ESTATE HONOURS RISE TO MEET DIVERSITY AND DYNAMISM OF PROPERTY SEGMENTS New regional prizes for achievement in urban planning and sustainable development Culminating gala…
Massive outrage sparks over Spanish-produced animated feature on Magellan, Elcano
Critics accuse film of ‘inaccurate’ depiction of the Philippines, petition to ban the film in Philippine theaters gains traction Selectivity, historical bias, and cultural disrespect are among the main reasons…
Doubts about the Census: How will the first online census work and who guarantees confidentiality?
As 2020 approaches, many readers have questions about the upcoming census. If you have a question or any doubts about the Census, please write to [email protected] and we will consult…
The Asian Journal Media Group’s 3rd annual International Travel Trade & Consumer Expo set to be even bigger and better in 2020
Pasadena Convention Center will be the venue on its 3rd year The Asian Journal’s premier project is going to be one of the biggest Filipino American business events of 2020….
Filing claims does not bar employees from working for same employer
Q: I AM thinking of filing an overtime claim against my employer because I and my coworkers are doing a lot of off-the-clock work. However, I am concerned about losing…
On being a Filipino in Mexico
For sure it will take more than a day’s visit to truly understand the culture, the nature and the essence of a nation, but there is something about Mexico and…
Court ordered Trump to pay $2 million for using charity foundation to benefit his political campaign in 2016
WIN. Win. Win. No matter what the cost. No matter what the laws are. No matter what the truth is. Just to win. Win. Win. This appears to be the…
Flavor bans multiply, but menthol continues to divide
by Ana B. Ibarra AS states and communities rush to ban the sale of flavored tobacco products linked to vaping, Carol McGruder races from town to town, urging officials to…
A two-week Marian pilgrimage led by Filipino priest, Fr. Joel Bugas
We all got lucky, blessed by God’s immense grace, the Blessed Mother’s faithful intercession, and the 14 saints we visited. Even the weather was temperate for most days, pleasant to…
Client compares Chapter 13 to various alternatives for $60K credit cards
THE client is 50 and married. He owes $60,000 of credit cards. He pays $2,000 a month as minimum credit card payments to keep the $60,000 current. His wife is…
Rescinding a removal or deportation order to allow you to apply for a green card
WE have all heard the popular saying, “Timing is everything.” Unfortunately, this saying often adversely applies to those persons who have found an avenue from which to obtain a green…
God not of the dead, but of the living
OUR junior high kids in the Religious Education program were in high spirits when I visited them in their class last Sunday. Three students took turns responding to their teacher’s…
Waiver of joint petition to remove conditional permanent residency on less than 2-year-old marriage
THE Immigration Marriage Fraud Amendments of 1986 (IMFA) requires an alien obtaining a green card through a marriage less than two years old to come back at the end of…
The Child Status Protection Act (CSPA)
ANG Child Status Protection Act (CSPA) ay naging epektibo noong Agosto 2002. Ang CSPA ay isinabatas upang mapanatili ang “child status” ng ilang mga beneficiary na maaaring mag-“age out”. …
What to consider in buying Exchange-Traded Fund (ETF)
AN ETF is a basket of securities that you can buy or sell through a brokerage firm on a stock exchange. It’s called Exchange-Traded because it’s traded on an exchange…
Every morning is a day of Joy
CALL it the sickness pompous, the spell that hushed the household with desert-like stillness felt through its innermost chambers; one in a world unto herself — her own theater. A…
Filipino American dance artist gives back to his homeland
Roberto Villanueva, Founder of BalaSole Dance Company ROBERTO Villanueva, acclaimed Filipino-American dance artist, is set to embark on a mission trip to the Philippines to offer master classes, lectures and…
DOT Statement On The Inclusion Of Cebu City In The List Of UNESCO Network Of Creative Cities
The Department of Tourism (DOT) lauds the leaders, shakers and movers of Cebu City for their significant involvement and active efforts leading to the inclusion of Cebu City in the…
PH to file protest vs China’s firing flares
Malacañang on Wednesday, November 6, said the Philippine government would file a protest over China’s reported firing of warning flares against a Philippine military aircraft patrolling the West Philippine (South…
