San Francisco, California—Department of Tourism (DOT) Secretary Christina Garcia Frasco showcased the country’s tourism gains and recovery efforts post-pandemic, noting that the tourism industry has contributed an estimated USD 7 billion or about PHP 404.02 billion in foreign visitor receipts in the first ten months of 2023. This amount is around 190 percent higher compared…
By Melandrew T. Velasco PANGASINAN, the third largest province in the Philippines, received a major boost recently from San Miguel Corporation Infrastructure with the signing of a joint venture agreement for an expressway project costing P34 billion. Being a native son of Pangasinan, I am delighted to learn of the good news that a joint venture…
WASHINGTON – SBA Administrator Isabel Casillas Guzman, head of the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) and the voice in President Joe Biden’s Cabinet for America’s 33 million small businesses, is encouraging the nation to shop, dine, and entertain at local small businesses on November 25 in celebration of Small Business Saturday® and throughout the holiday season. Small Business…
COLMA – The Philippine Consulate General in San Francisco, led by Consul General Neil Ferrer and Madame Miriam Ferrer, joined the kumares and kumpares of the Alliance for Community Empowerment (ALLICE), a Filipino American anti-domestic violence advocacy group, in its 20th anniversary gala at the Colma Community Center on October 24, 2023. ALLICE’s 20th anniversary gala coincided with the commemoration in…
37 mayors ask Congress to support Biden Administration’s efforts to prevent overdose deaths SAN FRANCISCO — On Tuesday, November 14, San Francisco Mayor London N. Breed, Seattle Mayor Bruce Harrell, and 35 other U.S. mayors sent a letter to congressional leaders urging them to pass President Joe Biden’s supplemental funding request, which includes critical resources to…
DID you get a bill for a Small Business Administration Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) loan or COVID-19 Economic Injury Disaster Loan (EIDL) you never applied for? If the answer is yes, an identity thief probably used your personal information to get the loan. Here’s how to report this problem and start the Small Business Administration (SBA) review process to help…
LEADING U.S. Immigration Attorney Michael J. Gurfinkel returns to Kabayan Bistro at Little Manila along Roosevelt Avenue in Woodside, New York, to answer more questions from our Kapamilya. When AuroraA became a U.S. citizen, she petitioned her two sons, who were already over 21 years old. She wants to know how long they must wait…
LAS VEGAS – The Las Vegas Rescue Mission announced today it has received a generous donation from Snap Towing, which will be used toward its holiday-based funding needs. Snap Towing President Dustin Ellis said the $100,000 donation falls in line with the towing company’s mission to “give back to the community that we are serving.”…
by Annie Walters Social Security Public Affairs Specialist in Nevada Will Social Security be there when I retire? That’s the question we’re answering in the latest episode of our audio series, SSA Talks. Our Chief Actuary Steve Goss sheds light on our trust funds and how they relate to your future benefits. The 12-minute episode…
Registration also open for Dec. 18-29 Winter Break Camps The city of Las Vegas offers all-day supervised fun, recreation and enrichment for youth in kindergarten through eighth grade Wednesday, Nov. 22, when the Clark County School District has a staff development day. Hours are 7 a.m. to 6 p.m. Prices vary by location. Space is…
ADMIRAL HOTEL LAUNCHED ONCE UPON A FILIPINO CHRISTMAS MANILA, November 16, 2023 – Admiral Hotel Manila – MGallery ushers in the holiday season with a tree lighting ceremony held last November 15, 2023, at its sophisticated Filipino-Spanish-inspired lobby restaurant, El Atrio Lounge. With the theme Once Upon a Filipino Christmas, this luxury boutique hotel…
Sheraton Manila Hotel kicked off the holiday season with ‘Paskonstelasyon‘ presenting ‘Gather to Give’: A Share-a-Ton Holiday Soiree – an enchanting night promising more than just merriment. The Marriott Bonvoy Soiree Lantern cast its golden glow, illuminating the splendid Christmas tree and encapsulating the festive spirit. An Unforgettable Night of Joy, Unity, and Purpose…
Pasig City – Over 1,500 runners and their furry friends filled the streets with energy and enthusiasm as the second annual Run Ortigas 2023 kicked off. Organized by Ortigas Land in partnership with Runrio, the premier race organizer in the Philippines, the event brought together people of all ages and fitness levels from the Ortigas…
IN a vibrant intersection of culinary brilliance and social impact, ARK, the eminent social impact organization that tackles hunger in the Philippines, hosted a dazzling gala on November 2, 2023, at NYC’s Bohemian National Hall. This gala served as a testament to ARK’s remarkable achievement—ensuring the food security and income of 19,000 families and providing…
IS COVID-19 gone? No, COVID-19 is still with us. This fall, there is a rise in the number of cases and number of hospitalizations of this evolving virus. COVID-19 dangers have not ended, especially for those vulnerable seniors with health issues and those with compromised immune system. About 25 percent of Americans have not had…
Clean California, in partnership with Refuse Refuse, the San Francisco Department of Public Works, Keep America Beautiful, Keep California Beautiful and local San Francisco volunteers, came together this past Sunday, Nov. 12, to clean up Dolores Park, home to the iconic Mexico Liberty Bell. This special cleanup event brought together the entire community to preserve…
Paving the way for the Punta Fuego developer to roll out a sustained program to serve the US market LANDCO Pacific Corporation, a subsidiary of Metro Pacific Corporation (MPIC), with its Chairman Manuel V. Pangilinan, celebrated its United States launch with a glitzy affair in the heart of Hollywood on October 7 at the posh…
Generally, in California, property acquired by a spouse prior to marriage is considered separate property under family code section 770 while those acquired after marriage are considered community assets under family code section 760. How do you characterize real property purchased prior to marriage but with the mortgage principal paid down using community income or…
by Reed Abelson and Jordan Rau KFF Health News Margaret Newcomb, 69, a retired French teacher, is desperately trying to protect her retirement savings by caring for her 82-year-old husband, who has severe dementia, at home in Seattle. She used to fear his disease-induced paranoia, but now he’s so frail and confused that he wanders…
Governor Gavin Newsom on Monday, Nov. 13 provided an update on the ongoing efforts to fix the 10 Freeway in Los Angeles after a massive fire closed a portion of the freeway over the weekend. Since the incident, work crews have been on-site 24 hours a day. The state is taking an urgent all-of-government approach…
Paving the way for the Punta Fuego developer to roll out a sustained program to serve the US market LANDCO Pacific Corporation, a subsidiary of Metro Pacific Corporation (MPIC), with its Chairman Manuel V. Pangilinan, celebrated its United States launch with a glitzy affair in the heart of Hollywood on October 7 at the posh…
The Insular Foundation, the corporate social responsibility arm of Insular Life (InLife), recently celebrated its 54th anniversary by treating its scholars to an immersion of Philippine arts and culture at the Ayala Museum. It also spearheaded an art workshop and history lecture in partnership with the Ayala Foundation. “On Insular Foundation’s 54th anniversary, we want…
Manila, Philippines—The Department of Tourism (DOT) celebrates the inclusion of Clark International Airport (CRK) as one of the world’s most beautiful airports this year, earning the prestigious Prix Versailles, the World Architecture and Design Award of the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO). “This accolade not only reflects the aesthetic grandeur of…
TikTok Shop is bringing holiday shopping to a whole new level this holiday season with its 11.11 Doble Saya and 12.12 Doble Pamasko campaigns for users, sellers and creators! Catch the best of Shoppertainment with TikTok Shop ambassador Ivana Alawi through celebrity livestream sessions where users can get value-for-money deals like exclusive in-app offerings…
(Parañaque City, November 9, 2023) … It was a night of recognition and appreciation as the Hotel Sales and Marketing Association (HSMA) gathered to acknowledge the winners of the Virtus Awards, the annual peer-recognition event. Held at the City of Dreams last November 9, 2023, the 2023 Virtus Awards featured “Beyond the Bottom Line” and…
Launch Exhibit features Tony Winner Clint Ramos, Rafael Maniego and more Los Angeles — “Project Hulmahan”, a dynamic showcase of the richness and diversity of Filipino artistic expression launches on November 11 at 3pm. Hosted by the University of the Philippines Alumni Association of Greater Los Angeles (UPAAGLA), this groundbreaking project is in cooperation with…
Divorced parties are sometimes ordered to pay child support and spousal support in the divorce judgment. The support orders are generally based on the parties’ financial situation and custody arrangements at the time of the settlement or trial. However, what if your income decreases after the divorce or what if your spouse’s income increases after…
IN a bid to upgrade the existing College Seminary and House of Formation for theology students of the Marian Missionaries of the Holy Cross (MMHC) in Marikina and Silay City, the combined forces of the Holy Family Church in Artesia and St. John of God in Norwalk, are spearheading “A Joeyful Christmas, a night of…
You may not be paid wages for all hours worked You may not notice, but some employers round down work hours and pay lesser wages for hours other than those recorded. The so-called “rounding down” practice occurs when employers reduces to the nearest 5 minutes, or one-tenth of an hour, or quarter of an hour….
