Come fly with me
WHENEVER I see glossy posters of folks waving happily as they hop on a plane, I realize what a lying society we live in today. Nobody is happy, hanging 35,000…
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How IRS agents interview you during an audit
WHILE my audit tips usually focus on how you—the taxpayer—should conduct yourself, let’s look at how IRS agents are trained to conduct themselves when they interview you. Let’s change roles…
Store manager needs bankruptcy relief Separated debtor seeks Chapter 7 relief
CLIENT no. 1 is 50 years old and the manager of a big retail store. He’s been working there for 30 years. Spouse got into an accident and is now…
Who pays the cost of work uniforms?
(Why employees are suing Nike) OMRAN Hamid worked at a Nike store in San Clemente for 15 months. He filed a class action case against Nike, claiming, among other things,…
Putative spouse status as a defense to a petition for nullity of marriage
ALL property, real or personal, wherever situated, acquired by a married person during the marriage while domiciled in California is community property. Family Code 760. However, there are situations in…
Thinking of bankruptcy but afraid it might be the wrong move?
DO you have debt problems that you don’t know how to handle? Are you considering filing for bankruptcy but are afraid that it will only make your situation worse? Have…
Taxi, Uber or Lyft? What is your choice, kababayans in the US?
IN the Philippines, many Pinoys do not have a car. If they do — it is one car per family. There are jeeps, tricycles, taxis (calesas in the olden days),…
Department of Foreign Affairs to name PH envoy to US soon
President Rodrigo Duterte will soon have his highest-ranking representative in Washington to serve as the Philippine ambassador to the United States, replacing the previous envoy who stepped down from his…
$20 million donation received by Medical Center in Torrance
Providence Little Company of Mary Medical Center in Torrance, California has received a $20 million donation from philanthropists Priscilla Hunt and the late Donald G. Hunt, the hospital announced last…
Broadening family exceptions of Pres. Trump’s ‘Muslim ban’
Top court rules against Trump’s request to expand the controversial travel policy The United States Supreme Court this week ruled in favor of a lower court opinion that temporarily banned…
Despite MNLF snubbing in BBL draft, Moro leaders express optimism
SOME Mindanao leaders were in defense and even expressed their optimism despite the recent snubbing by the Moro Islamic Liberation Front (MILF) of its rival Moro group, Moro National Liberation…
Our deepest desire for God
WE have a fascinating Old Testament reading (1 Kings 3-5, 7-12) for this Sunday’s Mass. The Lord appeared to Solomon in a dream at night to tell him, “Ask something…
Sixth time’s the charm: 6th Miss Philippines USA, a roaring success
The sixth installation of the Miss Philippines USA 2017 and Miss Young Philippines 2017 held last Sunday, July 16 at the Alex Theatre in Glendale proved to be one of…
Pres. Duterte to deliver a ‘direct to the point’ 50-min speech for SONA
For his second State of the Nation Address (SONA), Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte is set to deliver a “direct to the point” speech that will run for about 50 minutes,…
Psychedelic-themed 9th People’s Ball boasts of the great 60s era
Psychedelic Information Brought to You By Tripsitter The People’s Ball, Fiesta in America’s preliminary episode and an elegantly schemed prelude to the two-day exposition and cultural indoor event, has consistently…
Psychedelic-themed 9th People’s Ball boasts of the great 60s era
Psychedelic Information Brought to You By Tripsitter The People’s Ball, Fiesta in America’s preliminary episode and an elegantly schemed prelude to the two-day exposition and cultural indoor event, has consistently…
Coldplay salutes US immigrants in new lyric video
BRITISH rock band Coldplay celebrates the contributions of immigrants to the United States in their new lyric video titled “Miracles (Someone Special),” which also features Big Sean. The video also…
Supreme Court makes it harder for unwed mothers to transmit citizenship to their children
ONE of the cornerstones of U.S. constitutional law is “equal protection”. That means people in similar situations should be treated the same. There should be no favoritism, such as on…
Grace period for non-immigrant workers
ON November 17, 2016, the U.S. Department of Homeland Security issued its final regulations entitled “Retention of EB-1, EB-2, and EB-3 Immigrant Workers and Program Improvements Affecting High Skilled Non-immigrant…
Medical pearls
Losing weight on a diet that is high in fat is dangerous for overall health. The risk of coronary heart disease has been found to be significantly higher among those…
PDP-Laban considers learning ideology, policy from China’s Communist Party
THE Philippines’ ruling political party is open to the possibility of learning new ideologies, policies — this time, from China’s sole governing party. Speaking before visiting Filipino journalists in Fujian…
Aquino indictment petty, says Aguirre
Justice Secretary Vitaliano Aguirre said on Wednesday, July 19, that the Ombudsman’s indictment against former president Benigno Aquino III over the botched Mamasapano operation in 2015 is “weak.” Last week,…
Angelina, Joey Mead King bond with Caitlyn Jenner
STAR couple Angelina and Joey Mead King of TLC Asia’s “The Kings” reunited with Caitlyn Jenner during a recent dinner date in Malibu, California. Angelina, who came out as a…
Supt. Marcos, 18 others have yet to serve suspension, says PNP chief
The alleged police-suspects for killing an accused drug lord and an inmate have not yet served their suspension orders, Philippine National Police chief Ronald Dela Rosa revealed on Monday, July…
What to do when the IRS contacts you
What you need to do when you received a call or notice from the IRS? Below are some tips that you should be aware of: • Revenue Officer (RO) observes…
Trump declares ‘let Obamacare fail’ as Trumpcare collapses again
PRESIDENT Donald Trump loves to win and he just would never give up even after his campaign promise to “repeal and replace Obamacare on Day One” has collapsed many times…
Commitment to peace
FOR decades, the Philippines has been on a quest for lasting peace. While the country is spared from being left in turmoil, the lingering process also comes with debilitating consequences…
Ombudsman Morales tells Duterte to review her statement
Ombudsman Conchita Carpio-Morales clarified that her “goading people to kill” comment was her own personal view and not something dictated by the law. “Her answer was ‘goading people to kill’…
Cheering crowds applaud the New Miss Philippines USA 2017
Winners to be sent to Top Model of the World Philippines and will tour with Foodtrients’ international launch of “The Age Beautifully Cookbook” in Philippines and around Asia Pageant contestants…
Despite criticism, Duterte still finds a role model in FVR
ON some rare occasions, President Rodrigo Duterte can be soft toward his critics and their harsh remarks. Duterte, in his speech during former president Fidel Ramos’ book launching on…