Our longings and prayers for the Philippines
“BEHOLD, God’s dwelling is with the human race. He will dwell with them and they will be his people and God himself will always be with them as their God….
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A new Miss Universe Philippines is crowned, Pia Wurtzbach takes her bow
A 25-year-old beauty from Quezon was crowned as the new Binibining Pilipinas-Universe last Sunday, April 17 at the Smart-Araneta Coliseum. Maria Mika Maxine Medina bested 40 other candidates to win…
Supreme court hears oral arguments on Obama’s DAPA/DACA executive action; decision expected by June 2016
ON April 18, 2016, the US Supreme Court heard oral arguments from Texas and other states, as well as the Obama administration, concerning President Obama’s November 2014 Executive Action for…
What makes you deportable
THE power to give, take away, and deport. The United States does not welcome you with open arms. It allows non-citizens entry into the United States, under certain conditions. When…
Human rights abuses under Cory as bad as dictator’s record, according to Marcos critics’ own data
That conclusion is based on statistics on human rights abuses during the Ferdinand Marcos and Corazon Aquino regimes, presented in Richard Kessler’s book Rebellion and Repression in the Philippines (1989:…
Deadly pancreatic cancer
Around 50,000 people in the United States will be diagnosed with pancreatic cancer this year alone. About 49,000 others who already have this malignancy are projected to die. That’s how…
Probate, will, living trusts
(Part 2 – Basics) ESTATE planning is simply how you want your assets distributed to your heirs after you die with as little time and expense as possible. This can…
Does anybody still believe in the surveys?
THE way the spate of public opinion polls on the forthcoming elections have been tarred and feathered in mainstream and social media should alarm the research companies that have been…
Fil-Am leader sues Comelec for violating overseas Filipino voters’ rights
KUDOS to Fil-Am community leader Loida Nicolas Lewis for calling out the Philippine Commission on Elections (Comelec) over a resolution that she says is a violation of the Fil-Ams and…
Fundamental right
SINCE freeing itself from an authoritarian rule three decades ago, the Philippines has enjoyed the restoration of democracy and freedom. However, human rights issues remain prevalent in the country, challenging…
A glorious celebration: FACLA 71
Call it FACLA’s coming of age, as this Sunday, April 24, will be an unbridled polished affair of sight, sound and scene that will collide with the Filipino American’s Community of…
Accomplished Fil-Ams share secrets to success
WHILE Los Angeles Lakers shooting guard Kobe Bryant cruised to victory in the final game of his career last week, dozens of individuals gathered that same day at the Muzeo…
Supreme Court appears divided on arguments over Obama’s immigration orders
THE nation’s top court on Monday, April 18, heard oral arguments for the case United States v. Texas, which challenges President Barack Obama’s executive actions to grant reprieve to millions…
What immigration benefits are available to same-sex marriages post DOMA?
“In the area of immigrant visas, a same sex US Citizen spouse or legal permanent resident spouse may now petition for an immigrant visa for their spouse as long as…
Beauty advice 411
In this current economy, I do understand that a lot of us have had to give up on some things we were used to when financial times were better. But…
On politics and service
We often hear that “politics” exists not only in governments but also in corporations, schools, civic organizations, and even in churches. We find this contention to be true when we…
Should you postpone filing your tax returns?
Surely as April 15 comes along, some of you will procrastinate in filing tax returns. It can be habit forming as I see the same taxpayers come after April 15…
Giving reasonable accommodation at work to a non-disabled employee
Luis Castro-Ramirez was hired to work as a truck driver by Dependable Highway Express (DHE) in 2010. During his hiring, he told DHE that he had a disabled son who…
Do you feel paralyzed by your debt problems?
Are you feeling stuck and unable to move because of lingering debt problems in your life? Considering bankruptcy but not sure if it’s the right solution for you? For those…
Filipina former Broadway actress joins the cast of ‘Sister Act’
At the Carpenter Performing Arts Center in Long Beach FILIPINA-Canadian actress and comedienne J. Elaine Marcos is back on stage at the Carpenter Performing Arts Center in Long Beach, California,…
POLL RESULT: Bongbong, Leni top Fil-Am votes for VP
After the televised vice presidential debate in the Philippines, The Filipino Channel’s daily newscast “Balitang America” asked its viewers in an online poll: “If the elections were held today, whom…
Kobe scores 60 points in farewell game
After an achievement-filled 20-year career, Los Angeles Lakers shooting guard Kobe Bryant stepped foot into the Staples Center on Wednesday, April 13 for the final basketball game of his professional…
Is this really Pacquiao’s farewell?
LAS VEGAS—In boxing, there’s that thing called “The End.” It always seems like a good idea—until the next fight. On the morning of his fight, after the Bible study, we…
Cleaner SoCal air linked to drop in lung problems in kids
Air in Southern California is cleaner than it was two decades ago, and a new study suggests children may be experiencing less respiratory problems because of it. The study, published…
CAUSE encourages leadership among API women, communities
As part of the official Women’s History Month in March, the Center for Asian Americans United for Self-Empowerment (CAUSE) hosted Women in Power: Leadership in Law and Justice, at the…
Remembering Eddie Peregrina, the original Jukebox king
The gift of music has consistently been one of the most valued innate properties a man possesses and the same remains to be the best enduring legacy one bequeaths behind…
Garcetti delivers 3rd State of the City
In his State of the City address, Los Angeles Mayor Garcetti portrayed the city as “not only strong, it’s getting stronger every day.” The address was the third by Garcetti…
Cleaner SoCal air linked to drop in lung problems in kids
Air in Southern California is cleaner than it was two decades ago, and a new study suggests children may be experiencing less respiratory problems because of it. The study, published…
Marian Rivera says everything’s forgiven on past rift with Heart Evangelista
Primetime Queen Marian Rivera has always remained mum about the past feud she had with actress Heart Evangelista. It could be remembered that the friction happened sometime in 2011, while…
Tips for eating healthy lunches your teeth will like
WE believe in preventive and yes, much of that depends on you! Cleaning your teeth after you eat is important, but the effects of good habits also have a lot to…