Russian President Vladimir Putin called the Philippines a “very important partner of Russia” during the bilateral meeting with President Rodrigo Duterte in Sochi on Thursday, October 3. “I would like to highlight that the Philippines is a very important partner of Russia in Asia. Our bilateral cooperation is constructive and mutually beneficial but our friendly…
ELECTED officials, U.S. Bank representatives and many community members gathered on Wednesday, October 2 to announce the upcoming 20th Annual Asian Small Business Expo. The Asian Pacific Islander Small Business Program (API SBP) is hosting the Expo, which will be held on Saturday, October 19, from 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. at the Quiet Cannon…
HIV in the Philippines is spreading faster than any other country in the world, and health advocates are saying that dating apps — along with the lack of education — may be part of the problem. Citing numbers by the United Nations’ AIDS agency, the Wall Street Journal (WSJ) reported that the estimated number of…
A LOCAL family is urging the public to share any information on the whereabouts of a Filipina American mother who has been missing for over a week. Cherrylyn Tolentino Arellano was last seen in Long Beach, California on Wednesday, September 25 and has not been in contact with anyone, according to the family. Arellano, 38,…
The Philippine Commission on Human Rights (CHR) on Friday, October 4, called for the implementation of the 2018 Anti-Hazing Act so “cruel and inhumane” hazing-related incidents would end. “It is clear that the longer strict criminalization is delayed the more danger our students are in,” lawyer Jacqueline de Guia, CHR spokesperson, said. Initiation rites drew…
THE Japanese created Godzilla a long time ago. It’s a gigantic T-Rex on steroids that destroys Tokyo and the rest of Japan until someone comes to the rescue and kills it with nukes. Mr. Honda, the author, created the concept of Godzilla as a metaphor for the atomic bombs in 1954 when Hiroshima and Nagasaki, which were the recipients of…
I believe that good is manifested from every experience that comes into our lives. Cancer is not a death sentence and I’ve been battling it for ten years, six months and twenty-nine days in the only way I know— living one day at a time. It was supposed to be a quick scene, a satisfying…
NICHELLE Duffey worked as an in-home caregiver for Tender Heart Home Care Agency, LLC, a placement agency for caregivers. Duffey signed an agreement with Tender Heart stating that she is an “independent contractor” and “is in the business of providing care giving services in dwellings…” Rate sheets attached to the contract between Duffey and Tender…
Having recently launched my book, “Confusions of a Communications Man” (recounting my experiences in over half a century as a communications practitioner) I was invited to speak before students of Mass Communications at St. Scholastica College in Manila. Before my talk, the students shared their perceptions of the media and communications profession. Their comments were liberally sprinkled…
THE purpose of spousal support is not defined by the legislature in that its purpose varies according to the facts and circumstances of each case. The facts and circumstances of a particular case may be such which call for no spousal support, or for support for a very limited period of time, with the purpose…
“You claim his lordship and power over your life. You know that you are nothing without God!” DID you wake up this morning saying to yourself, “I will do everything for the greater glory of God”! If so, then you are on the right track. You recognize that all that you are and have and…
DEAR Attorney Tan, I recently married a US Citizen, who is my second husband. He has filed an immigrant visa petition and green card application for me. My husband recently received from USCIS a Notice of Intent to Deny the petition that he filed on my behalf. The Notice indicated that the immigrant visa petition…
ANG green card ay maaaring makuha sa pamamagitan ng petition ng isang asawanag US citizen (USC). Subalit may mga pagkakataon na may karahasan na ginagawa ang USC sa kanyang asawang dayuhan at ang dayuhan ay nagtitiis at nananatili sa kasal dahil sa kanyang immigration status. Ang petition sa ilalim ng Violence Against Women Act o…
ARE your growing debts starting to cause you sleepless nights? Are you trying hard to pay what you can every month but feel like you’re just running on a treadmill and not getting anywhere? Do you worry about your finances all the time and never have enough no matter how hard you work? If it’s…
The Philippine Department of Justice on Wednesday, October 2, said the United States has cancelled the visa of alleged drug queen Guia Gomez-Castro. “Upon the request of the Department of Justice (DOJ), the U.S. visa granted to alleged drug queen Guia Castro has been cancelled,” said Justice Undersecretary and DOJ Spokesperson Markk Perete. Earlier, National…
THE Philippine Department of the Interior and Local Government (DILG) on Thursday, October 3, said it is preparing the suspension and dismissal papers of Guia Gomez Castro, a former barangay official who is allegedly tied to illegal drugs. “Since technically she is a barangay official, the DILG is now preparing for her suspension and dismissal…
TENS of thousands of California child care workers are celebrating after California Governor Gavin Newsom signed a new law this week that will allow them to unionize and bargain for better wages and health benefits. The new law, AB387, was signed by Newsom on Monday, September 30 and will impact roughly 40,000 child care workers….
President Rodrigo Duterte on Tuesday, October 1, said that it is impossible to stop hazing, advising those who are in fraternities to “just don’t overdo it.” “To be frank about it, you cannot eliminate [hazing]. Just don’t overdo it,” he said during a press conference before leaving for Russia on Tuesday evening. “I really can’t…
Disney and Pixar veteran Josie Trinidad one of four filmmakers appointed to work on upcoming original features ON Tuesday, October 1, Walt Disney Animation Studios named four new directors to helm upcoming original theatrical features for the studio, including Filipina American filmmaker Josie Trinidad. Trinidad began as a Story Trainee at Walt Disney Animation Studios…
LAS VEGAS — The United States Professional Tennis Association held its Awards Lunch this past Wednesday during the 2019 USPTA World Conference presented by Havana Bob’s at the Westgate Las Vegas Resort & Casino. Alex Marcial of West Covina, Calif., was presented with the 2019 USPTA Star Award. The USPTA Star Award is presented annually…
THE Bureau of Fire Protection on Wednesday, October 2, said the fire that hit the Star City amusement park in Pasay City may have been caused by electrical overload or arson. Pasay City Fire Marshall Superintendent Paul Pili also said firefighters are wondering why different areas of the amusement park seemed to have caught fire…
THE House of Representatives on Tuesday, October 1, transmitted the proposed P4.1-trillion national budget for 2020 to the Senate ahead of the month-long break beginning Oct. 4 for its consideration and approval. According to Deputy Speaker Neptali M. Gonzales II of Mandaluyong City, the spending plan is “pork-free,” inviting the Senate to “see for themselves.”…
Conscious brushing Oro-dental health parallels cardiac health. Poor oral hygiene from neglect or improper oral care does not only lead to disgusting halitosis (bad breath) and dental carries/gingivitis, but also to increased risk for heart attack and stroke. The correlation between oral health and cardiovascular health is well established. Performing what I term conscious brushing…
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)…
“If your priority date is already current, but you have received no notices or forms from NVC, you may want to take immediate action to find out the status of your case.” IN a previous article I discussed some tips, strategy, and suggestions to safeguard your family-based petition. Here are more suggestions and observations: 7….
