[COLUMN] Food as medicine

TODAY’S column on food contains some data contributed by my classmate and wife, Farida I. Chua, MD, a retired Northwest Indiana pediatrician, an avid reader/researcher, and a fellow in our annual medical missionary in the rural areas of the Philippines. As I have written in this column in the past, unless we eat food as…

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InLife receives 4-Golden Arrow Award for good corporate governance

Insular Life (InLife), the country’s first and largest Filipino life insurer recently received the Four Golden Arrow Award during the ASEAN Corporate Governance Scorecard (ACGS) and Corporate Governance Scorecard (CGS) Golden Arrow Recognition Ceremony. This is the sixth consecutive year that the Awards organizers, Institute of Corporate Directors, has recognized InLife for its good corporate…

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TPB Celebrates Back-to-Back Successes at IT&CMA 2023 in Bangkok

The Tourism Promotions Board (TPB) Philippines announces its triumphant participation in the Incentive Travel & Conventions, Meetings Asia (IT&CMA) 2023, held from September 24 to 29 in Bangkok, Thailand. This event is renowned as one of the most influential MICE (Meetings, Incentives, Conventions, and Exhibitions) trade shows in the Asia-Pacific region, providing a vibrant platform…

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Marian Celebration in October

The Federation of Filipino Rosary Groups, 2000 Hail Mary and Knights of Columbus will host the Rosary Rally at Incarnation Church, 1001 Brand Avenue, Glendale on Sunday, October 15th , 2023. A Eucharistic celebration honoring the Blessed Virgin Mary will start with a procession at 1:15 pm followed by praying the rosary. Mass in Tagalog…

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Pechanga presents APO Hiking Society on Nov. 3-4

PECHANGA Resort Casino proudly presents the APO Hiking Society 50 Years USA Concert Tour 2023 that will be held on Friday, November 3, and Saturday, November 4, 2023 at 8 p.m., at the Pechanga Theater. APO Hiking Society is one of the pillars and icons of Original Pilipino Music (OPM). Formed in 1969, the group…

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How is California beating the heat?

by Selen Ozturk Ethnic Media Services Though summer is ending in California, extreme heat is still worsening long-term. At a Sept. 26 EMS briefing, state and community organizations shared how they were adapting on the community level. Climate change is climate chaos Braden Kay, Extreme Heat and Community Resilience Program Manager of the California Governor’s…

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Tourism industry generates Php344 Billion in int’l visitor receipts in 9 months; Frasco seeks Senators’ support to usher in the “Golden Era” of Philippine tourism

During the public hearing of the Senate Committee on Finance Subcommittee “J” to deliberate on the proposed 2024 budget of the Department of Tourism (DOT) on Tuesday (Oct. 3), Secretary Christina Garcia Frasco reported the resurgence of the Philippine tourism industry as it records Php 344 Billion in foreign visitor receipts in just the first…

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TPB wins “Best NTO” in TTG Travel Awards 2023

The Tourism Promotions Board (TPB) Philippines, the marketing and promotions arm of the Department of Tourism (DOT), was recognized as the Best National Tourism Organization (NTO) during the 32nd TTG Travel Awards ceremony and gala dinner in Bangkok, Thailand last 28 September 2023. In accepting the award, TPB’s Chief Operating Officer (COO), Maria Margarita Montemayor…

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DOT launches Tourist Assistance Call Center

Manila, Philippines—Tourism Secretary Christina Garcia Frasco herself made the first call to the first-ever centralized and multi-platform Tourist Assistance Call Center launched on Monday (Oct. 2) at the Department of Tourism (DOT) Central Office in Makati City.   The newest tourism innovation of is in line with the Marcos administration’s thrust to revitalize the tourism industry…

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Art Cove at Park Inn by Radisson Bacolod Transforms with “Festive Faces” by Jojo Vito: A Vibrant Tribute to the Masskara Festival

Art Cove at Park Inn by Radisson Bacolod is thrilled to announce the successful launch of Jojo Vito’s art exhibit, “Festive Faces,” marking a remarkable transformation from his previous installation, “Gilded Expressions.” Jojo Vito, Bacolod City’s renowned mask maker, professor, entrepreneur, and blogger, has brought new life to the exhibit, captivating audiences with his fresh…

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Vincent Rodriguez III joins ‘Ultimate Performer’ Vina Morales in Here Lies Love: A Homecoming Concert On Monday, October 2 at Joe’s Pub

Proceeds To Benefit The Hawai’i Coalition for Immigrant Rights LA TI DO Productions in NYC presents Here Lies Love: A Homecoming Concert on Monday, October 2 at 9:30pm, featuring Philippine superstar and multi-awarded singer and actress, Vina Morales, who is currently playing the role of Aurora Aquino on Broadway until October 22nd, 2023. Dubbed as the…

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RevUp Rally: A must-attend event for real estate professionals

Los Angeles – The RevUp Real Estate Rally (R3-23) is touted as the most exciting real estate event of the year. It is a two-day high-energy event where real estate professionals can connect with like-minded professionals, expand their network, and connect with key decision-makers in the industry. Taking place October 13-14, 2023, RevUp Real Estate…

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[OBITUARY] Bro. Jeffrey Arroyo, the quintessential APO fraternity brother

My fraternity brothers and sisters, children Gennelle and Gilchrist, Kumare Hilda, sister of Brod Geoffrey, Oscar Jornacion. Brod Geoffrey’s favorite brother-in-law. We are here today not to mourn the untimely passing of our dear fraternity brother Geoffrey but to celebrate his life. Why do I pay tribute to him? Brother Geoffrey is the embodiment of…

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Tourism chief visits Tawi-Tawi in PHL, assures LGU, tourism stakeholders of Marcos admin’s full support

BONGAO, TAWI-TAWI — Tourism Secretary Christina Garcia Frasco assured Tawi-Tawians of the Department of Tourism’s (DOT) support, as it continually pursues its objective of equalizing tourism opportunities ensuring tourism development where “no one is left behind”. This, as the tourism chief graced the 50th Kamahardikaan sin Tawi-Tawi on Monday (Sept. 25), where she was invited…

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Sheraton Manila Hotel Introduces New Executive Chef Andrea Burzio with S Kitchen’s Pranzo & Cena: Italian Family Feasts

Sheraton Manila Hotel is proud to introduce its new Executive Chef, the culinary virtuoso Andrea Burzio, alongside the launch of Pranzo & Cena: Italian Family Feasts, a remarkable culinary journey that is set to transform the city’s dining scene.   Meet Chef Andrea Burzio: A Culinary Visionary  With over 15 years of international culinary experience,…

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Staycation Special

Book our Staycation Special and enjoy a much-needed escape from reality and treat yourself to a mini-vacation.  With our exclusive offers, you can make the most of your time and indulge in some well-deserved rest and relaxation.  Php 5,000 nett – Deluxe Room Php 6,000 nett – Executive Room   Deluxe Room Inclusions: •Welcome Drinks…

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County accepts one-year congressional grant to fund MCRT expansion

THE Mobile Crisis Response Team (MCRT) program that supports people confronting mental health struggles is getting a multi-million-dollar boost. On Tuesday, September 26 the County Board of Supervisors accepted $4.48 million in one-time Congressional Directive Spending grant funding to expand the MCRT program. The grant will fund new MCRTs to support areas with higher call…

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State awards funding to City of San Diego to resolve encampments in target area

City secures $3.2M to help unsheltered residents in corridor along interstate 15 SAN DIEGO – Working to move more San Diegans off the streets and into housing, the City of San Diego was recently awarded a $3.2 million grant from the State of California to held end people’s homelessness in a corridor along Interstate 15 in Council District 9. San Diego was one of eleven communities across the state to be awarded…

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