Five benefits of establishing a revocable living trust
“If the trust is funded with all your assets, it is possible to administer and distribute the trust assets without any Court involvement at all .” THERE is never the…
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Hope for Change to Remove Power-Abusive Weeds in Institutions
“By ensuring that no one in government has too much power, the Constitution helps protect ordinary Americans every day against abuse of power by those in authority.” – Chief Justice…
Battles in Syria and revisiting Beirut
We journeyed to Beirut, Lebanon and then to Homs, Syria from February 25 to March 2, 2019 on invitation by my good friend Alex Fu, a business leader in Australia,…
Welcoming the Spring Season the Filipino Way
HAVING four seasons in a year is an idea that is quite foreign to Filipinos who grew up in the Philippines. Back there, we only have dry (summer) and wet…
My church in her trying times
DO you trust the Lord, especially in times of crisis and uncertainty? Do you believe in His promises of healing, salvation, and new life? Can you take the risk of…
Chapter 13: How to be debt-free in 3-5 years
“ This means that most of what you are paying goes to interest alone and you may be stuck in debt for the rest of your life.” WHEN people think…
The daughter in my mind
THE apple that fell far from the tree…one I could only dream of. A perfect newshen. God’s little pencil. I would have taught her to begin each work by having a…
Enter A World Built Bolder at WORLDBEX 2019
For its 24th year, the World Building and Construction Expo, or simply WORLDBEX 2019, is setting the benchmarks higher with another groundbreaking trade presentation. Armed with the grit to usher…
Filipino adult internet users increased by six percent – SWS
A recent Social Weather Stations survey (SWS) on Wednesday, March 13, revealed that the number of adult Filipinos who use the internet rose to 47 percent last quarter, a six-point…
Rappler to face anti-dummy charge
The Pasig City prosecutor’s office has concluded its preliminary investigation on Philippine online news platform Rappler regarding its alleged violation of the country’s anti-dummy law. In 2018, the National Bureau…
PACCAL observes the international celebration of Women’s History Month (Second of three parts)
MODERN society eventually demonstrated and recognized that women’s empowerment is achievable and that women’s innate nature of significantly investing in their family and community welfare, more than men, helps maintain…
An Evening with Distinguished Filipino Women 2019: Filipina achievers inspire, challenge the community
THIS year’s distinguished Filipino women in their own very unique ways embody courage, daring and audacity,” said Consul General Claro S. Cristobal as he introduced this year’s honorees. FOR the…
Duterte: I will be firing another set of officials
Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte on Wednesday, March 13, announced he will be firing another set of government officials over corruption issues. “I will be firing another set of officials. I’m…
Palace eyes executive order to address Metro Manila water crisis
Health Secretary Francisco Duque III on Wednesday, March 13, said Malacañang is crafting an executive order (EO) as parts of Metro Manila and Rizal province continue to struggle with the…
Philippine National Statistician Lisa Bersales Updates Fil-Am Community in US Northeast on Civil Registration and PhilSys ID
National Statistician and Civil Registrar General Dr. Lisa Grace S. Bersales apprised the Filipino-American community in the US northeast about the recent updates on civil registration in the Philippines and…
PH Participates in 25th Honolulu Festival
HONOLULU, March 14, 2019 — The Philippine Consulate General in Honolulu and the Filipino community in Hawaii participated in the 25th Honolulu Festival from 08 to 10 March 2019 at the…
Duterte withdraws marijuana legalization bid
Malacañang announced on Tuesday, March 12, that Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte will no longer push for the legalization of medical marijuana because he felt that it might go out of…
PH House and Senate fail to resolve impasse on 2019 budget
The meeting of lawmakers with Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte failed to resolve the conflict of the House of Representatives and the Senate regarding the 2019 General Appropriations Bill (GAB). Senate…
Love and deportability: Divorce, domestic violence, and immigration laws
WHAT if I do not have legal papers, and my spouse is abusive? If safety is a concern, we urge people to seek help first, particularly if there are minor…
You are supposed to have the opportunity to prove your innocence before being charged with fraud
I’VE had numerous consultations over the years with people who went for their visa interview at the U.S. Embassy, only to be told they are guilty of fraud/misrepresentation, and therefore,…
ASA, sushi, and other facts
Can aspirin prevent stroke/heart attack? Daily low-dose of aspirin (81 mg to 100 mg Acetylsalicylic Acid or ASA) is prescribed by physicians for the prevention of heart attack, stroke and…
First batch of Philippine National ID registration to start in September
The leadership of the House of Representatives on Tuesday, March 12, said the first batch of registration for the implementation of the National Identification System Law will begin in September….
Marvel to introduce first Filipina superhero
WITH the release of “Captain Marvel” — the first woman superhero to have its own major film in the film franchise, a Filipina superhero will be gracing the pages of…
Meet the Fil-Am women pushing Filipino desserts in SoCal
WITH Women’s History Month underway, the Asian Journal takes a look at the contributions Filipina-American women have made to the dessert scene across Southern California. There is an abundance of…
Changing our perception of ‘unhealthy’ Filipino food
Chef, food educator and advocate Aileen Suzara aims to promote sustainable and healthy Pinoy food practices WITH Filipino food’s presence increasing in the mainstream, it is also hard to ignore…