An open letter to Filipino-Americans
by Atty. José Y. Lauchengco, Jr. Mga magiliw na kapatid, kapwa Pilipino: We cannot sit idly by while one person singularly misrepresents the feelings of the people of the Philippines…
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Criminal convictions and consequences
(Part 1 of 2) Criminal convictions in immigration are definitely ‘dealbreakers’. Even just one can cause regrets about the incident which led to it. Not a lot of aliens definitively…
Is your heart failing?
How do we know when our heart is failing? This condition could be in its early stage that the individual may not even have enough symptoms to know he/she has…
The AAPI voice unites for Trump and the Republican Party
by Lisa Melanie Noeth On October 18, 2016, many members of the Asian American and Pacific Islander Republicans throughout the nation were invited to attend the AAPI Advisory Committee meeting with…
Democrats would help small businesses flourish
by Ian Amarento I didn’t knowingly choose to become a business owner – I fell into it because I was caring for my parents, and over time I realized that many…
Women can stop Trump and Heck
by Christine Ko The constant barrage of misogynist remarks made from presidential nominee Donald Trump became too much for me to bear. From saying women should only be young and…
Tips to keep the IRS away
KEEP a low audit profile. It reduces risk of an audit. Here are some tips to keep the IRS from auditing your tax returns: • Make sure that social security…
Pres. Trump or Pres. Clinton? We’ll know in less than 2 weeks
IN less than two weeks, we know who will be the 45th President of the United States. Have you mailed out your ballots? Are you voting in precincts near you?…
Bad apples
AS the saying goes, it only takes one rotten apple to ruin the whole bunch because the decay can quickly spread to the good ones. Such is the case of…
SFPD-PNP exchange training program terminated due to drug war deaths
THE San Francisco Police District (SFPD) in California has put an end to its 16 year-long exchange training program with the Philippine National Police (PNP). According to reports from California…
A river runs through: Saving the waterways of Pasig, City of Los Angeles
Tears streamed down the face of the Pasig River Rehabilitation Commission’s (PRRC) Executive Director, Ramil Tan, as he recalled the neglected and polluted state of the waterway the Philippine government…
Time out for the grandchildren
“If you want to civilize a man, begin with his grandmother.” – Victor Hugo So, one moment you’re just a mother, and luckily, you’re done being tied down with your children’s…
The prayer of the humble
“ In our personal practices of prayer, do we show a spirit of humility? Do we come to Mass having an attitude that we’re in church not only to ask…
Clinton or Trump? How to vote on November 8
Filipinos in America are more driven than ever to cast their votes that will decide who will be the next president of the United States. As in the general American…
Young senior loses job and converts Chapter 13 to Chapter 7
Senior files same to discharge $70k credit cards When I say young senior, I mean 60. She’s a single mom with two adult daughters who are over the age of 21….
Why you should keep your I-94, arrival and departure record
Prior to April 30, 2013, all aliens admitted to the US in a non-immigrant visa status were required to fill-up a form, Form I-94, Arrival and Departure Record, and present…
Honoring the courage of a Fil-Am hero who fought for just wages
“ Larry Itliong, his struggles, and his legacy continue to be relevant to the workers of today, particularly immigrant workers who face similar challenges in the workplace. For example, present-day…
Will a domestic violence finding affect my claim for sole or joint custody of our children?
“ California Family Code Section 3044 (a) provides “Upon a finding by the court that a party seeking custody of a child has perpetrated domestic violence against the other party…
States with the lowest and highest tax rates
Individuals and businesses in all 50 states pay federal income tax. Residents in 41 states also pay state income tax while nine states have no state income taxes. Here are…
Bankruptcy: Why suffer needlessly if you seriously need help?
“ The legislative intent of Congress in passing our bankruptcy laws is to allow a fresh start to those honest individuals who have found it impossible to cope with debt…
Charles Simbulan: living a life of inspiration
With a firm hand he shakes my hand, his face seasoned by storm and values. Charles Simbulan smiles kindly, almost trying to disguise shyness. His voice is light hearted, his…
Travelogue: Israel sojourn, the Holy Land Diary
(Part 3 of 3) Knowing that our days were numbered and the overwhelming thrill would soon subside, we struggled to make the most out of every single moment and enjoyed…
Zsa Zsa Padilla and Conrad Onglao back in each other’s arms
Barely five months after they broke up, the Divine Diva Zsa Zsa Padilla and architect Conrad Onglao are together again. People were taken aback when the news came out that…
United States citizenship
Mario, was admitted to the United States as a lawful permanent resident (green card holder) when he was 18 years old. Now he wants to apply for citizenship, but the…
Exercise lowers health risks
Is exercise really essential to health? Yes, very much so, especially in lowering the risk for diseases, as shown in the recently published studies discussed below. To illustrate a point,…
Fil-Am voters in Nevada face two very different visions for our future
By: Luisa Blue, BSN As a nurse, I have had the privilege to care for patients and help them get better. Few things are more rewarding, which is why so many…
Should US workers abroad pay self-employment tax?
You may be liable for U.S. self-employment taxes if you have become an independent contractor either for a new employer or a foreign employer with no ties to the U.S….
The Philippine political circus
Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey should add a new act to its circus lineup, considering how Cirque de Soleil appears to have outdone the veteran big top masters in…
Watch The Filipino Channel’s ‘The Fil-Am Vote 2016’ on Oct. 30 before choosing the next president of the US
IN less than three weeks, on November 8, the American people will elect the 45th President of the United States, along with the VP and other public officials. Filipinos in…
Reciprocated
ON Monday, Oct. 17, the Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP) reported that money sent home by Filipinos living and working abroad reached $2.319 billion—growing at its fastest pace in over…