I was writing this piece when I heard that it was officially the summer season. And boy, that couldn’t have been any more precise these past couple of days (hello, 109 degrees!). Speaking of summer, I am pretty sure everybody’s got their summer trips planned — some even saved up through the whole year for…
They are daughters of dramatic journeys and fantastic tales. Proudly carrying their heritage and stories like treasures, they came to America amid colonial romance, hope, despair and misfortune. But they were led by hope. As they laid down shadows of stunning proportions — shaped both by the drama of the past and sparkle of the…
“For destiny is untold…unmeasured…uncertain… and even the sun in its tireless wander might find a way to caress the moon…yet your fate is nobody’s and your own destiny will always find a way since it was meant to be…there are no coincidences in life…everything was born with you…” – From Echoes of Frustration. Whether or…
99 RANCH Market’s Las Vegas location on S. Maryland Pkwy. held the Agro-Fisheries Trade (AT) Korean Show on June 25 and 26 to spread the word about the Korean items they sell. The food show was intended to “promote product awareness,” which will “go hand-in-hand in assisting a boosting sales of Korean items,” the market…
MINI robot retriever In the United States alone, more than 3,500 persons accidentally swallow button batteries, which are used in toys, watches and hearing aids. In most cases, they are passed out with stools but in some cases, the battery is lodged in the esophagus or stomach. This usually requires an endoscopy, where a tube…
In 2008, Wall Street recklessness causes the financial crisis that left eight million Americans unemployed and millions more with mortgages and retirement savings run into the ground. Businesses shut their doors and new graduates faced uneasy, unrelenting unemployment. In 2010, we passed reforms to make sure that Wall Street could never crash our economy again….
Susan Roces, the original Queen of Philippine Movies, heads the list of July birthday celebrants. “Inday Susan,” as she is called by family and close friends, will celebrate her 76th natal day on Thursday, July 28. She is also the widow of the late undisputed King of Philippine Movies, Fernando Poe Jr. Other July birthday…
ORDINARILY, there is no appeal process for visa refusals. Under the doctrine of “consular non- reviewability”, a person cannot even sue or appeal their visa refusals in US federal courts. The US Supreme Court ruled last year that the Embassy is not even required to provide a “detailed explanation” of the reason for the visa…
INDIVIDUALS may be put in removal (deportation) proceedings for a number of reasons. Some of them may have been put in removal proceedings for committing certain crimes. Others are in removal proceedings because they may have filed applications with the US Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) and have had their applications denied by the…
1. DON’T be late. Always remember first good impression will get your audit off on the right foot. 2. Don’t walk in without records. Be prepared with complete and organized records. 3. Don’t dump a paper bag in the auditor’s face. Do not have the auditor sort through paper bags of cluttered documents. A happy…
[Editor’s note: This column is one in a series written by University of California President Janet Napolitano as part of a partnership with New America Media, whose members include this publication.] EARLIER this summer, University of California campuses granted bachelor’s and advanced degrees to 67,000 individuals, each with stories of personal aspiration and accomplishment. For…
IF there is a singular issue that makes many kababayans gravitate toward the Republican Party, it’s the issue of the right of women to have an abortion — a right traditionally fought for by Democrats and opposed by Republicans. On Monday, June 27, the Supreme Court (SC) upheld such right of women by striking down…
A FAVORABLE decision is expected soon from the Permanent Court of Arbitration in The Hague to strengthen the Philippines’ maritime case against China over its expansive claim in the disputed water of the South China Sea. The international court is expected to rule over the decades-long conflict soon. Citing peaceful resolution on the jurisdiction over…
It is said that no people on earth are more fearful and anxious when written about, than the members of the press. Think about why doctors are known to be impossible patients, or when pilots panic when they’re passengers, flown by others. Journalists spend their lifetime extracting information from other people, so when the tables…
The Asian Journal Media Group made a courtesy call to the newly elected Zambales governor at his residence in Botolan, Zambales. The team is composed of (L-R) Business Development Officer, Greg Trinidad, Asian Journal Publisher, Roger Oriel, Office of the Governor Chief of staff, Ed Daos , Iba Barangay Captain, Nani Cortez and VP for Marketing…
Fashion Fundraiser for Bantay Bata on July 28 HOLLYWOOD—When Queen of Latin Pop Paulina Rubio tweeted about “Rock The Runway”—avant-garde Filipino designer Rocky Gathercole’s benefit fashion show for Bantay Bata (Child Watch), a program addressing the needs of abused kids in the Philippines—it showed how the event has reached the awareness of international celebrities. Gathercole,…
TWO young brothers in their 20s joined me during one of my pilgrimages to the Holy Land at the encouragement of their parents. Being young, they had many questions about their Catholic faith. And so, after supper during that pilgrimage, we would still spend long hours together engaging in deep thoughts about life and faith….
IF taxes are to be collected only by the government, then Rodrigo Duterte, incoming president of the Republic of the Philippines, actually acknowledges the existence of another government within the country: the Communist Party of the Philippines-New People’s Army. You see, the CPP-NPA also collects “taxes” from businesses and Duterte has publicly urged companies operating…
THE 4-4 vote by the Supreme Court was a big blow not only to President Barack Obama’s legacy, but to the hopes and dreams of many undocumented immigrants — including many kababayans and their families. Because it was a tie, the highest court’s ruling leaves in place an appeals court decision which ruled that Obama overstepped…
Santa Clarita—It’s time you discovered a place that rises above the ordinary. Today, Saturday, June 25, you’re invited to Day at The Heights at Five Knolls, Brookfield Residential’s newest community in Santa Clarita. Come out from 11:00 am to 2:00 pm to enjoy refreshing treats, music and fun for the kids and explore three of…
WHEN it comes to Medi-Cal , one of the concepts that our office gets the most questions about is something called Share of Cost. Share of Cost seems simple: it functions like an insurance deductible, the amount that a Medi-Cal beneficiary must pay to healthcare providers before receiving benefits from the state. Although it sounds…
Q: MY workplace installed a new time recording system where employees are required to provide our photos and fingerprints to be able to clock in and out for work. I am concerned about all the personal information my employer already has about me – my name, address, phone number, Social Security number, bank account, my…
NEITHER one, actually. You see, IRS conducts field audits where the books and records of a business are maintained. This, of course, is your home, office, warehouse, factory, or store. But I don’t like any of these locations. What I like is my own accounting office. After representing taxpayers in IRS disputes for decades, I…
IF you are delinquent on your debts, you may be able to avoid dealing with the bill collectors for a few months but sooner or later, you will still need to face the reality of your debt problems and do something to protect yourself. For example, creditors will probably wait until you are 60 days…
THINK of a spa and the immediate perception is an air of pretense and privilege that only a select few can indulge in, given the exorbitant prices. However, if you live in Los Angeles, Korean spas have sprouted up, contributing to the idea that pampering oneself and affordability are not mutually exclusive. Though the options…
While Hmart has made a name for themselves as America’s number one Asian supermarket chain, the South Bay region of Los Angeles county welcomed Hmart to Torrance for the first time on Wednesday, June 22 in Torrance, California. Shoppers packed the aisles at the grand opening, both inquisitive, yet excited to experience what the supermarket…
Just a little over two weeks ago, I had the pleasure of meeting Ms. Maxine Medina, our lovely candidate for Ms. Universe. Maxine is in LA for a short vacation and to spend some time with her family over here. We had a private party at my friends, Hydee and (her husband) Akima Abrahan’s pad….
Monet Salon is excited to announce its new location at 20113 Vanowen St. Canoga Park, CA (across Canoga Bowling). Spreading its hair care and makeover expertise, Monet Salon is thrilled to add another beauty haven for the San Fernando Valley locals. As it celebrates 30 years of making beautiful beginnings, they are proud to offer updated hairstyles…
The Southern California Filipino Dental Society (SCFDC) is a world unto itself. As the energy level started going up and up, the dentists moved, talked, laughed and think — and the brain power within the Ronald Reagan Presidential Library patio/garden became formidable, cell phones ringing as the sun went down dramatically into the evening. This…
The world as a stage has tremendously mounted incalculable players masterfully delineating varied roles as they effectually interact with the rest on the arena. While some were assigned light and moderate roles others took a load that required varied acting techniques and wide-ranging attacks. Meet would-be protagonist Shirley Escalada Capaldo, a loquaciously outspoken beauty pageant…
