Teddy Boy Locsin accepts DFA chief post
Teodoro “Teddy Boy” Locsin has accepted President Rodrigo Duterte’s offer to become the next secretary of the Department of Foreign Affairs (DFA), replacing Alan Peter Cayetano. Locsin in a tweet…
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An extraordinary evening of OPM and Pinay power at the Ford Theatres
Serenata Filipina Ver. 2 unites iconic singers and songwriters IT was a cool evening on Sunday, October 7, juxtaposed by the electric and fiery performances of the Filipino-American community’s top…
A young Fil-Am sexual assault survivor’s journey
[Writer’s note: This was published in May 2018 in the Asian Journal’s Los Angeles weekend edition, but the recently concluded, controversial associate justice confirmation hearings on Brett Kavanaugh makes this…
Seeking God’s kingdom
A YOUNG man ran up to Jesus and asked him, “Good teacher, what must I do to inherit eternal life?” Jesus answered, “Why do you call me good? No one…
USCIS policy allows waiting beneficiaries of approved I-130 filed by Filipino World War II veteran father or surviving spouse to come to U.S. ahead of their priority date
“It is important to note that the above requirements are preliminary requirements for eligibility under FWVP.” UNDER the Filipino World War II Veterans Parole (FWVP) policy, USCIS allows…
Meet Loloy, Max and Andy: A ‘few good men’ living the American dream
IT is almost cliché whenever we hear about “real men” doing unusual things. Some say “they (can) wear pink,” or that they cry (when necessary and are not ashamed of…
Bankruptcy can provide hope to the hopeless
WHEN debts spiral out of control, bankruptcy can become an invaluable financial recovery tool in getting you back on the right track. While it’s not for everyone, close to a…
How courts determine child custody in California
ONE of the most emotional aspect of a marital dissolution case is dealing with Child custody issues. Sadly enough, this is an area where most parents play games with each…
Six special audit triggers
1. DEALING in Cryptocurrencies People are not reporting transactions with Bitcoin, Ethereum, or Litecoin. The general public may not be aware that they are reportable. They may also not know…
In praise of the Los Angeles Philippine Women’s Club
THEY are daughters of dramatic journeys and fantastic tales, carrying their stories like treasures, proud of their heritage they came to America amid colonial romance, hope, despair, misfortune but are…
Misclassified workers granted more protections against fly-by-night employers
(Holding others liable for payment of wages) CALIFORNIA’S Labor Commissioner’s Office has awarded over $45 million in unlawful deductions from wages and out-of-pocket expenses to more than 400 misclassified port…
A couple considers how to tackle debt relief for wife
“It looks to me that there’s more stuff going on here, although it’s my policy not to get involved in matters that are between husband and wife.” LET…
Poll: Asian Americans overall prefer the Democratic party in the Senate race, while Fil-Ams favor the party of Trump
Views split for the House THE November 6 midterm elections are just three weeks away but many Americans have already cast their votes through early voting and mail-in ballots. Asian…
More candidates submit their COCs as filing period begins
More candidates for the senatorial, mayoral and congressional posts submitted their certificates of candidacy (COCs) at the Commission on Elections (COMELEC) headquarters in Intramuros, Manila during the second day of…
Filipino fishermen stranded in West Philippine Sea rescued by US Navy ship
FIVE Filpino fishermen who have been stranded in the West Philippine sea for five days were rescued by a United States Navy vessel on Monday, October 8. According to a…
This is how LA County is preparing for the upcoming storm season
Local officials predict “El Nino” season, seek to expand county efforts for storm season and water management projects through Measure W The temperatures are getting cooler and the days are…
Fil-Am federal prosecutor nominated by Trump to 9th Circuit
Patrick J. Bumatay to be first Fil-Am judge to serve on federal appeals court Filipino-American attorney Patrick J. Bumatay was nominated by President Donald Trump to the U.S. Court of…
Duterte names Panelo as his next spokesman
Presidential Legal Counsel Salvador Panelo on Thursday, October 11 announced that he will be President Rodrigo Duterte’s next spokesman after Malacañang spokesman Harry Roque Jr. took an indefinite leave of…
House restores VP in line of succession in draft charter
A Philippine lawmaker on Thursday, October 11, revealed that House Speaker Gloria Macapagal-Arroyo has “readily agreed” to bring back the vice president as the first successor to the presidency in…
Siargao, Boracay, Palawan top Conde Nast list
Three Philippine islands nabbed the top spots as Asia’s Best Islands voted by readers of international travel magazine Condé Nast Traveler for its 2018 Readers’ Choice Awards. Ranking first is…
Trump nominates Patrick Bumatay to the US Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit
SAN FRANCISCO — President Trump announced his intent Wednesday, October 10 to nominate Patrick J. Bumatay to the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit. If confirmed, Patrick will…
Majority of Filipinos want death penalty back
A Social Weather Stations (SWS) survey released on Wednesday, October 10, revealed that almost six in every 10 Filipinos or are in favor of the revival of capital punishment for…
New research measures how much countries could boost economic productivity by investing in people
A new World Bank research released today provides policymakers a compelling evidence that delivering better outcomes in children’s health and learning can significantly boost the incomes of people — and…
New poll finds: Majority of Filipinos claim to be poor
A survey from the Social Weather Stations (SWS) concluded that there is an increase in the number of Filipino families claiming that they are poor from the 48 percent in…
Another green card scam: Fake approval notices
Several people have consulted with me, asking whether the approval letter they received was genuine. While the notice has the opening sentence, “welcome to the United States of America,” which…