DOT relaunches PH tourism campaign
THE country’s “It’s More Fun in the Philippines” tourism campaign was relaunched on Monday, February 18, by the Department of Tourism (DOT). The repurposed campaign, which would now use crowd-sourcing…
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The measles success story in California is showing signs of fading
by Harriet Blair Rowan A rash of recent measles outbreaks in New York, Texas and Washington state shines a light on California’s largely successful effort in recent years to suppress…
The bucket list: The art of “staycation” (8th of a series)
”When you clear your mechanism and tune out the noise that invades your being, you may come to a rare state of grace — that state when you are thoroughly convinced …
Sandiganbayan commences plunder case trial for Enrile
THE Sandiganbayan Third Division began the trial of former Senate President on Tuesday, February 19, for the plunder and graft case against him due to his alleged involvement in the…
PH move to delist Desaparecidos: ‘An extension of grave injustice’
Local human rights group Karapatan on Monday, February 18, criticized the government’s move to delist over 600 cases of enforced and involuntary disappearances in the Philippines, calling it “an extension…
Rebuilding new roads to peace, security and human development (Part 2)
Part 2 of 3 (Remarks of former Philippine speaker Jose de Venecia – founding chairman, International Conference of Asian Political Parties (ICAPP); co-chairman, International Association of Parliamentarians for Peace (IAPP);…
Removing President Donald Trump from office through the 25th Amendment of the US Constitution
TWO YEARS into President Donald Trump’s presidency and a lot of Americans ask, “How did we get here?” After a scandal-free Obama presidency, America now is being “led” by a…
I will kill anyone who asks for a birth certificate —Locsin
Department of Foreign Affairs (DFA) Secretary Teodoro Locsin Jr. on Tuesday, February 19, warned that he will “kill” anyone who asks applicants for a birth certificate as a requirement for…
The Next Wave Of The World’s Best Athletes
The sports world is in an era in which aging stars are finding incredible ways to hold onto power. Roger Federer and Serena Williams remain near the top of the…
LG powers up Netflix’s The Umbrella Academy with the Seven Super Rooms
Technology game changer LG Philippines partnered up with global content provider Netflix in bringing an immersive experience at the Seven Super Rooms, last February 16 at the Shooting Gallery Studios,…
Former Fil-Am MTV VJ and son experience racist rants during coffee run in LA
When former Filipina-American MTV personality and model Belinda Panelo went out for a regular coffee run with her son, she didn’t expect them to be the target of a racist…
Rappler chief Maria Ressa released on bail after arrest
Arrest of 2018 TIME Person of the Year sparks international outrage, questions about press freedom ONE day after her arrest for “cyber libel” charges, Filipina journalist Maria Ressa of Rappler…
11-year-old Fil-Am Angelica Hale on overcoming obstacles to become viral singing sensation
Young ‘America’s Got Talent: The Champions’ finalist on her continuous ascent in the music industry “OH, my gosh, it’s all just so exciting!” In a recent interview, 11-year-old Angelica Hale…
Palace: Renaming PH to ‘Maharlika’ needs congressional action
In response to President Rodrigo Duterte floating the idea of renaming the Philippines to “Maharlika,” Malacañang said that the name change would require a new law and the public’s approval…
“Isn’t It Romantic” stars Priyanka Chopra, Adam Devine talk about new rom-com satire
LOOKING for a movie to watch with your significant other, group of friends, or even alone this Valentine’s weekend? Romantic comedy “Isn’t It Romantic,” which hit theaters on Valentine’s Day,…
Fil-Am ‘McDonald’s pranksters’ showcase the brand’s commitment to inclusion
‘MCDONALD’S pranksters’ Jevh Maravilla and Christian Toledo and YouTube star Mike Bow discussed the importance of diversity in marketing at this past weekend’s East Coast Asian American Student Union (ECAASU)…
Filipina hitmakers lead much-awaited concert on March 9
The “Grandmother of All Shows” goes onstage at the Aratani Theatre WHAT do you do when you are friends with legendary female icons of the Philippine Music Industry? Comedienne Fe…
Four basic tax changes for individuals
1. Tax rates The Tax Cuts and Jobs Act (Act) reduces tax rates to seven lower tax brackets: 10%, 12%, 22%, 24%, 32%, 35%, and 37%. The top rate was…
Defrauded seniors left with $100K debts need Chapter 7 relief
SENIOR No. 1 and senior No. 2 are in the same boat. They each have car repossession deficiencies of over $100,000, and business credit card debt of $50,000. Just by…
Writ of Mandamus relief for unreasonable delay in pending immigration filings
“ While an immigration filing is pending, the typical response by USCIS upon inquiry is that further time (usually 90 or 180 days) is needed to make a decision.” A…
Work-life balance & preventing pregnancy discrimination
SIX attorneys sued their employer, Morrison & Foerster, one of the largest law firms in the country, claiming that their employer discriminated against them by holding them back in their…
Blessed are those who follow Jesus!
AT first glance, we may think that Jesus was speaking to a general audience when he was proclaiming the Beatitudes. But after reading this Gospel scene (Luke 6:17, 20-16) thoroughly,…
Consequences of failing to disclose material assets, income, facts and information in a divorce case
THERE is a natural tendency among divorcing parties to hide their assets from their spouse and understate income. This is a common problem that I have observed from practicing law…
How did your debt problems start?
ARE you currently struggling with debt problems and don’t know what to do? To most people, finding themselves in that situation is pretty scary. They constantly worry about their finances…
Radiofrequency (RF) treatment: V-shaped face without the blade
HAVING a V-shaped visage or oval face — as what most Filipino, Korean and Japanese celebrities have — accentuates a person’s facial features and gives a sculpted youthful appearance. This…
Post-Valentine combustion
“It is a commitment, as each day we each rediscover who we are and how much love our love is capable of giving.” PERHAPS the heart is not just something…
Arjo Atayde and Maine Mendoza: Love under scrutiny
LOVE in a time of social media bashing is one of the most challenging obstacles that celebrity-lovers face. It’s one thing to be caught in a ‘bad romance’ and get…
On running for senator
HOW does one win in a senatorial election where 63 candidates are fighting over 12 seats? The advertising geniuses at the watering holes in Makati insist that name recognition is…