Common health myths and new food trends to try
Hippocrates, the father of Western medicine, once said, “let thy food be thy medicine and thy medicine be thy food.” These words still hold true today. Yet, with various opinions…
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Duterte: Drug problem can’t be solved in a single term
The drug menace in the country cannot be fixed in a single term, Philippine President Rodrigo admitted, saying that even the competent United States has been struggling against it. Duterte…
Trillanes, Faeldon clash at Senate probe on shabu smuggling
MANILA – Senator Antonio Trillanes IV and Bureau of Customs (BOC) Commissioner Nicanor Faeldon had a heated exchange during the resumption of Senate inquiry into the entry of P6.4-billion worth…
PH urges US, N. Korea to desist from actions that may escalate tensions
The Philippine government on Monday, August 14 called on the United States and North Korea to “desist from threats and military action” that may escalate nuclear tensions between countries. In…
Group eyes second impeachment complaint against Comelec chief
The Volunteers Against Crime and Corruption (VACC) is planning to file a second impeachment complaint against Philippine Commission on Elections (Comelec) Chairman Andres Bautista. Earlier this week, former Negros Oriental…
Extending malunggay shelf life by dehydrating/drying
In the U.S., Filipinos have access to fresh malunggay leaves from their backyards, Filipino/Asian groceries, or farmers markets. But in the winter, malunggay is not readily available or if you…
Teaching by example: From aesthetician to aspiring health & beauty columnist
by Imee Ong-Maghanoy “THOSE who know, do. Those that understand, teach.” – Aristotle When people ask me why I do what I do, I always tell them that my calling…
Bittersweet: The lowdown on sugar
EVEN as children, we know all too well that sugar is in our favorite chocolates, candies and other food high in glucose, which can be detrimental to our health and…
How to keep physically and mentally healthy in a busy workplace
IT is exhausting to try and break an endless cycle of unhealthy habits. Come to think of it, you work long hours on weekdays that you’re so drained by the…
Disclosure of text messages, e-mails and Facebook info of a spouse or significant other may constitute domestic violence
DOMESTIC violence is abuse perpetrated against a spouse, former spouse, cohabitant, former cohabitant, a girlfriend, a boyfriend, the mother or father of your child, your child. Family Code Section 6211. Abuse is…
Senior with $60K in credit card debt wants relief
Chapter 7 trustee stipulates to dismiss adversary against client before trial CLIENT is 70. She is a widow, her beloved husband having passed away 5 years ago at 65. She owns…
Sale of real property outside of the US
PART 1 U.S. itizens re enerally taxed on their worldwide income regardless of where the income is earned or received. Facts • US Citizen sold residential property outside of U.S. • Property is…
If Trump and Kim Jong-un unleash fire and fury
I was 5 years old when Gen. Douglas MacArthur made good on his promise to return to the Philippines. I was, therefore, old enough to remember how my family and…
Charlottesville tragedy reveals the truth in Donald Trump’s heart: Not a president for ALL AMERICANS
PRESIDENT DONALD TRUMP could have made this crisis an opportunity to seize a defining moment in his troubled presidency — to prove he is indeed the president of all Americans…
Worst-case scenario
NORTH Korea has been firing and testing missiles—18 test launches this year—at an unprecedented pace. Amid its rising tensions with the U.S., it recently announced a detailed plan to redirect…
The future of Obamacare, health care in California
EVER since President Donald Trump took office earlier this year, the future of American health care has become a central issue that has left millions of Americans uncertain of their…
Sotto calls Callamard, UN rights execs ‘helicopter experts’
SENATE Majority Leader Vicente Sotto III on Monday, August 14, took a swipe at United Nations Special Rapporteur on extrajudicial killings Agnes Callamard and two other UN executives for criticizing…
CA rejects Taguiwalo’s appointment as DSWD chief
The Philippine Commission on Appointments (CA) on Wednesday, August 16, rejected the ad interim appointment of Judy Taguiwalo as the country’s Social Welfare Secretary. Taguiwalo is President Rodrigo Duterte’s third…
DFA urges Filipinos abroad to remain vigilant amid series of terror attacks
The Philippine Department of Foreign Affairs (DFA) called on Filipinos outside the country to remain vigilant, following the recent series of terror attacks abroad. In a statement released Tuesday, August…
Palace: Duterte supports impeachment of corrupt officials
Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte is going to support any move—including impeaching any official regardless of position—that would help in ridding the government of corruption, Malacañang said on Monday, August 14….
Should you sign that severance agreement from your employer?
A SEPARATION package or a severance agreement is a contract between an employer and an employee who is about to leave the employer’s employment. In a typical severance agreement, the employer agrees…
‘My husband beat me’
Now it is possible to apply for asylum QUESTION: My husband beat me and I was afraid for my life, so I escaped to the United States. Can I apply…
Benefits and drawbacks of IRS appeals
AFTER an audit of your tax returns by the IRS, pay if you are happy with the results or don’t want to extend the agony of dealing with the IRS….
Can’t decide if filing bankruptcy is the right move for you?
DECIDING if bankruptcy is right for you is not always easy. But sometimes, the hole you’ve dug up is too deep that there is no other way out. Bill collectors…
Fil-Ams weigh in on sanctuary cities that provide a safe haven for undocumented immigrants
THE TRUMP administration has intensified its crackdown on sanctuary cities — jurisdictions that provide a safe haven for undocumented immigrants by limiting how local law enforcement can cooperate with federal…
On trusting God’s power
WE have another fascinating Gospel Reading (Matthew 14:-36) this Sunday. As the disciples were on a boat in the midst of fierce winds and waves, Jesus showed himself to them…
Amazing Southern California road trip destinations to try before summer ends
I HAD written this piece when the summer season officially began. I am sure everybody has taken a summer trip by now or has one planned before the season ends….
Pres. Trump warns N. Korea: US military is ‘locked and loaded’
Secretaries Mattis, Tillerson clarify comments, emphasize importance of diplomacy As a way to make a point to the Democratic People’s Republic Of Korea (DPRK), President Donald Trump warned North Korea…
15th annual Historic Filipinotown Festival brings summer fun for the entire family
Hundreds of Angelenos gathered at the Silver Lake Medical Center grounds last weekend for a summer celebration of Historic Filipinotown. Historic Filipinotown — colloquially known as HiFi — celebrated its…
JV Ejercito acquitted over anomalous firearms deal
MANILA — The anti-graft court Sandiganbayan has acquitted Philippine Senator Joseph Victor “JV” Ejercito of technical malversation in connection with the alleged anomalous purchase of P2.1 million-worth of firearms during…