[COLUMN] Let’s pray for peace
THE conflict in the Middle East is escalating and people around the world are anxious and fearful that this could accidentally lead to World War III, which could literally annihilate…
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Inaugural FilAm creative film festival to light up Los Angeles
Los Angeles – The City of Angels is about to witness cinematic history as the inaugural FilAm Creative Film Festival (FACFF) takes center stage. Scheduled for November 3rd, 2023,this red…
BeBalanced: Your journey towards balanced health
Living a balanced life not only deals with how we spend our time or what lifestyles we choose to follow, but balance is also important within our health. BeBalanced is…
[COLUMN] Reinstating a deceased petitioner’s family based petition
It is very common for beneficiaries of family based petition to wait many years before their petition’s priority date becomes current. This is usually the case with U.S. Citizen parent…
Doubts abound about a new Alzheimer’s blood test
For the first time, people worried about their risk of Alzheimer’s disease can go online, order a blood test, and receive results in the privacy of their homes. This might…
PH Launches Enhanced Travel App, Your Digital Guide to Rediscovering the Philippines
The Department of Tourism (DOT) and the Tourism Promotions Board (TPB) Philippines are thrilled to announce the release of the upgraded Travel Philippines app. This enhanced digital platform is the…
Asian Pacific Islander business council thrives with successful events and ongoing engagement
THE Asian Pacific Islander (API) Business Council of the Santa Clarita Chamber of Commerce has been making waves since its successful launch that took place at Seafood City on March…
FABAG celebrates Fil-Am History Month in Glendale
GLENDALE — October is Filipino American History Month, celebrated all over the United States. A very successful Filipino American celebration, “Making a Difference Day,” was hosted by the Filipino American…
[COLUMN] Keeping your job despite the limitations of injury or sickness: What is the interactive process at work?
Q: I WAS recently diagnosed with an illness that will require surgery and weeks of recovery. I’m worried about my job and someone suggested I should inform my employer and…
[COLUMN] Writ of mandamus relief for unreasonable delay in pending immigration filings
A common question that is asked by a person who has a pending immigration petition or application is “how much longer until USCIS makes a decision?” The question is understandable,…
[COLUMN] On loving one’s neighbor
Elizabeth Barrett Browning (1806-1861) wrote the iconic lines that begin with “How do I love thee? Let me count the ways.” These words resonate with many people, as love is…
[COLUMN] Reinstating a deceased petitioner’s family based petition
It is very common for beneficiaries of family based petition to wait many years before their petition’s priority date becomes current. This is usually the case with U.S. Citizen parent…
Need help with immigration? Enroll in community college
New California program helps students navigate immigration system, for free and regardless of status Californians who need trustworthy legal help to get through the lengthy and complicated U.S. immigration process…
California expands paid sick days and boosts health worker wages
SACRAMENTO — California continues to burnish its reputation as a progressive state for health policy as Gov. Gavin Newsom signed bills expanding paid sick leave, adding bereavement leave for miscarriages,…
“Magsinadya Like A Panda” by foodpanda Masskara Festival 2023
Following the resounding success of last year’s “Balik Yuhum”, Bacolod City was once again aglow with brilliant masks and captivating rhythms during the celebrated return of the Masskara Festival. In…
Braille for the Seeing: Filipino Contemporary Artists on Photography
In an era marked by the pervasive influence of screens and digital encounters, our perception of art has undergone a dramatic shift, further aggravated by the pandemic. Online exhibitions, the…
𝗟𝗢𝗢𝗞: The new and enhanced Travel Philippines App is now officially available for download!
Designed to be the ultimate digital companion for exploring the country, Travel Philippines is developed by the Tourism Promotions Board Philippines, the marketing arm of the Department of Tourism…
Why is finding COVID shots for young children still so hard?
On Sept. 12, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention recommended the next round of covid shots for everyone 6 months and older. The shots were expected to be available…
Agriculture flourishes in new crop report, nears $1.8B
SAN Diego’s new Crop Report covering the County’s 2022 growing season shows production was higher than last year at $1.78 billion in value, making it the seventh year in the past 10…
Award-winning county buildings – Functional and beautiful by design
OCTOBER is a big month for architects. World Architecture Day was Oct. 2, and some cities celebrate good design all month with Archtober. The San Diego Architectural Foundation honors buildings,…
Groundbreaking study reveals $1.1B impact of City of San Diego’s nonprofit arts and culture sector
Economic activity supported 16,900 jobs and generated $276 million in tax revenue SAN DIEGO – A new study by the Americans for the Arts shows that San Diego’s nonprofit arts…
City of San Diego, Cal Coast Credit Union award $70,500 in grants to nonprofits
Grantees work to improve quality of life within federally designated Promise Zone SAN DIEGO – With a goal of increasing access to economic growth and opportunity, the City of San…
District Car Boot Sale Sports & Celebrity Edition: Where Stars and Bargains Align!
Get ready for another exciting event! The highly anticipated District Car Boot Sale Sports & Celebrity Edition is set to take place from October 27 to 29, bringing a delightful…
DOT’s Alternative Livelihood Training Program signals hope and recovery as Oriental Mindoro’s tourism industry bounces back after oil spill woes
Calapan City, Oriental Mindoro—Department of Tourism (DOT) Secretary Christina Garcia Frasco led the culmination of the “Bayanihan sa Bukas na may Pag-Asa sa Turismo (BBMT)” Alternative Livelihood Training program on…
Morris Jamlang at the New York Comic Con: Crafting Modular Bags, Celebrating Baybayin
Baybayin, the ancient writing system of the Philippines, is experiencing a resurgence driven by government organizations, cultural groups, and dedicated artists across the Filipino diaspora. Derived from the Tagalog root…
San Lorenzo Ruiz finds permanent home at St. Patrick’s Cathedral
A significant event for Filipinos took place on Wednesday, Oct. 25 as a three-foot bronze statue of the first Filipino Saint San Lorenzo Ruiz was permanently enthroned at Saint Patrick’s…
PH Consulate Attends FANHS East Bay Chapter’s Celebration Filipino American History Month
The Philippine Consulate General in San Francisco joined the Filipino American National Historical Society (FANHS) East Bay Chapter in its celebration of Filipino American History Month at the Itliong-Vera Cruz…
Mayor Breed recognizes Graton Resort & Casino as premier sponsor of APEC leaders’ conference in SF
The premier sponsorship serves as a testament to he organization’s ongoing dedication to San Francisco’s growth, development and success SAN FRANCISCO – On Tuesday, October 24, Mayor London N. Breed…
From fraud to green card: Watch this inspiring success story on Citizen Pinoy this Sunday
IT started in June 1998, when Reggie entered the U.S. under an assumed name. Since then, he obtained a fake entry stamp to the Philippines to make it appear he…