The value of being legal and legal services
“Legal status enables a person to work at a well-paying job equal to their education or experience. If a person is out of status, they may have to accept any…
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Trump’s new order for Medicare packs potential rise in patients’ costs
by Julie Appleby Vowing to protect Medicare with “every ounce of strength,” President Donald Trump last week spoke to a cheering crowd in Florida. But his executive order released shortly…
Which diet is best?
With the various diets flooding the market out there, each claiming to be “the right one” or “the best diet” for health, the public and some healthcare providers themselves are…
Angels among us
“Every time a bell rings, an angel gets his wings.” — From Frank Capra’s film “It’s a Wonderful Life” (Continued from last week …) The belief in the presence and…
Pinay visionaries: A spotlight on Filipina American elected and appointed officials
Interviews by Malou Liwanag-Bledsoe, Joseph Peralta and Christina M. Oriel /AJPress THE late Thelma Buchholdt paved the way for Filipino Americans to serve in public office, when she was elected…
Chirac and the Muslim mosque in the south; brief Qatar visit and tension in Persian Gulf
(Part 1 of 2) We were in Paris with wife Gina when former French President Jacques Chirac passed away. He was 86 years old. World leaders including German Chancellor Angela…
Tipping point?: A majority of Americans now support opening of impeachment inquiry of President Donald Trump
DESPITE impeachment fatigue reflected in previous polls, it looks like the recent Ukraine scandal has pushed the American people to a tipping point. President Donald Trump effectively confessed to the…
Gov. Gavin Newsom signs legislation banning ‘Pay for Delay’ to fight runaway prescription drug costs
SACRAMENTO – Building on the state’s first-in-the-nation investments in the California budget and the Governor’s executive actions to lower prescription drug costs, Governor Gavin Newsom on Monday, October 7, signed…
Immigrants who can’t afford health care may be denied visas
New Trump rule set to take effect Nov. 3 IN a new controversy that combines two of the hottest-button issues — immigration and healthcare — President Donald Trump on Friday,…
Artisanal ice cream Wanderlust Creamery returns with 11 Filipino flavors for Fil-Am History Month
WITH October as Filipino American History Month, you’ll find dozens of events commemorating the history and contributions of Fil-Ams across industries. The food scene, of course, takes part in this…
Part III: One mistake erases all the good one has done
A sad reality on being judgmental and unforgiving Erratum: Pinoy Vibes was aired on Sept 16, 2007, instead of Sept. 16, 2017 As shared with you in the last article…
Why impeach Trump? Let the Founding Fathers and framers of the US Constitution count the whys and the ways
AS NEWS HEADLINES banner the contentious dealings President Donald Trump had with foreign countries to dig dirt against his political opponents for his personal gains just to win elections and…
Basics of Exchange-Traded Funds (ETF)
WHAT is an ETF? An ETF is a basket of securities that you can buy or sell through a brokerage firm on a stock exchange. Just like a stock, an…
Putin: PH a ‘very important partner’ to Russia
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…
20th annual Asian Small Business Expo returns on October 19
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…
Report: HIV cases rise in the Philippines, as more people turn to dating apps
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 —…
Family searching for missing Fil-Am mother in Long Beach
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…
CHR calls for prompt release of anti-hazing law guidelines
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…
Does Godzilla live in your house?
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…
Tomorrow is another day
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…
Signing contract with independent contractor label does not make you one and you may be entitled to more wages
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…
The power, privileges and accountability of a communications man
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…
What factors will the court look at in awarding spousal support?
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…
On giving from a place of gratitude
“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…
Can I get a green card if I had a previous marriage denied based on fraud?
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…
VAWA 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…
Here’s why some people will remain stuck in debt forever
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…