CHICAGO – McDonald’s is known for serving up delicious, craveable cheeseburgers every day. In honor of National Cheeseburger Day on Sept. 18, the Golden Arches is celebrating with double the goodness. For one day only, fans can snag a Double Cheeseburger for only $0.50 from any participating location nationwide when they order exclusively through the…
We’re not all “finished products”; we’re all in the process of growing in maturity. Everyone struggles with a “shadow” — the unconscious, repressed, and often darker aspects of one’s personality that we consciously or unconsciously reject. This “shadow” can often result in a wide range of emotions, impulses, and traits that may include aggression, selfishness,…
IN a recently-concluded federal case an employer’s retaliatory conduct in Georgia, turned an unpaid wage bill of $915 into approximately $40,000 in liability, illustrating precisely what an employer should not do in the face of the anti-retaliation protections for employees in our employment laws. After Andreas Flaten resigned from his job at 811 Autoworks LLC,…
When a married couple decides to divorce in California, one of the most significant issues they will face is dividing their assets and debts. If the couple owns a business together, this can be particularly complicated whether it is operated by only one spouse or both spouses jointly. In this article, we will discuss how…
LOS ANGELES – Underscoring the depth and breadth of support rallying around her bid to represent California State Assembly District 52, lifelong public servant and community organizer Jessica Caloza on Wednesday, September 13 earned a high-powered endorsement from the California Federation of Teachers (CFT). Representing 147 Local unions chartered by the umbrella organization, the American…
Savoring wellness: ‘We Cook Filipino’ puts heart health on the menu Heart disease, a pervasive concern in Filipino-American communities, serves as the poignant backdrop to Jacqueline Chio-Lauri’s culinary odyssey. Her upcoming book, “We Cook Filipino: Heart-healthy Recipes and Inspiring Stories from 36 Filipino Food Personalities and Award-winning Chefs,” was born from a deeply personal place….
This recipe combines elements of pinais (cooking in a pouch) and pinaputok (filling the cavity of a whole fish with stuffing). PREPARATION TIME 30 minutes YIELD 4 servings Ingredients: ¾ teaspoon sea salt 1 teaspoon garlic powder 1 teaspoon onion powder 1 teaspoon freshly ground pepper 4 sea bass fillets 2 Asian eggplants, roasted, see…
Some believe that Bicol Express, a creamy, fiery pork stew, has its origins in a Bicolano vegetable dish called gulay na lada (vegetable with chili peppers). Legend has it, however, that the birthplace of Bicol Express is actually Manila, and that it is named after the train that plies the tracks between the nation’s capital…
by Annie Walters Social Security Public Affairs Specialist in Nevada Elder abuse is the intentional mistreatment or harming of an older person. An older person is defined by the Social Security Act as someone over age 60. This abuse takes many forms – including physical, emotional, and sexual harm, neglect, and financial exploitation. More than…
We continue to make it easier for you to access our programs and benefits. Our website offers a convenient way to apply for benefits online. Here are 5 ways you can apply for benefits using ssa.gov. Retirement or Spouse’s Benefits – You must be at least 61 years and 9 months and want your benefits…
SAN FRANCISCO – September 1st marked the beginning of Coastal Cleanup Month in California. Cleanups will be held throughout the state during the month with the highlight being the 39th Annual California Coastal Cleanup Day on Saturday, September 23. More than 50,000 volunteers are expected to gather at locations across California during the month, where they will help…
More than 1,000 tons of trash removed from city streets and sidewalks SAN DIEGO – In less than a year since its launch, the City of San Diego’s Enhanced Hot Spot Program has reached a significant milestone: Hot Spot crews have removed more than 1,000 tons of waste from areas near and around homeless encampments….
Participation in MRC ‘Bye Bye Mattress’ program keeps bulky items out of the landfill SAN DIEGO – Disposing of unwanted mattresses and box springs is now as easy as 1-2-3, and it’s free! As part of the City of San Diego’s participation in the Mattress Recycling Council’s (MRC) Bye Bye Mattress program, San Diegans can drop off…
At a time when the desire for better government is on the minds of people the world over, Jehovah’s Witnesses will launch an international campaign to bring attention to a universal solution. The Witnesses will feature a special edition of The Watchtower magazine, available in over 780 languages in print and online, with the theme…
With the swipe of their library card, thousands of Southern Nevadans can now get FREE Cox WiFi access through an innovative program from the Las Vegas-Clark County Library District and Cox Communications. The program, funded by a $3.8 million grant from the federal Emergency Connectivity Fund, part of the American Rescue Plan, will enable 50,000…
THE resurgence of COVID-19 in the form of its new strains, XBB.1.5, EG.5, FL.1.5.1, and the highly mutated BA.2.86 (Pirola), with 18,871 hospitalized from August 27 to September 2, 2023, and a death rate of about 700 per week in the United States, a 10.5 percent increase from prior weeks, prompted Pfizer-BioNTech and Moderna to…
Several member hotels of the Philippine Hotel Owners Association (PHOA) received awards across different categories during the World Travel Awards (WTA) Asia and Oceania Gala Ceremony 2023 held on September 6, 2023 at the GEM Center in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam. The WTA is the travel industry’s most prestigious awards programme, rewarding leaders in…
SACRAMENTO — The state’s $247 million API Equity Budget, set to expire next year, may not be renewed as California faces an unprecedented $22 billion budget deficit, said California Asian and Pacific Islander Legislative Caucus Chair Assemblyman Evan Low Sept. 8, on the sidelines of the first AAPI Leadership Summit. “I need our community to understand…
PARIS – Daily Malong, a name in the Filipino fashion industry, is proud to announce its presence at 2023 Paris Fashion Week, where it will introduce its vibrant new collection, Rooted and Current. This is in preparation for Daily Malong’s rebrand transition set to release in October 2023 reflecting the team’s commitment to celebrating and…
A small percentage of Americans got the most recent COVID-19 booster shot, and even fewer probably realize the federal government is preparing to recommend yet another shot as early as Tuesday, September 12. Until a week or two ago, William Schaffner read that indifference as a sign the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention should…
The Philippine Travel Exchange (PHITEX) 2023, the country’s premier government-organized travel trade event organized by the Tourism Promotions Board (TPB) Philippines, makes a triumphant return to Cebu City after 16 years. The event aims to present the Philippines’ finest tourism attractions, establishments, services, and products to a global audience. The theme for this year’s…
ILOILO CITY – The Nayong Pilipino Foundation (NPF) recently brought its flagship training program to Iloilo City as part of its mandate to preserve and advance cultural heritage by developing and sustaining its dedicated community. This comes on the heels of Nayon’s series of training held in major tourist destinations in the country. Around 40…
IN family enterprises, a sobering truth prevails: With each generational transition, the odds of a company’s survival diminish. This fact isn’t mere conjecture; it’s a hard-earned lesson observed in countless family businesses worldwide. In this article, we delve into the pressing importance of succession planning for family businesses, exploring its impact on longevity,…
Celebrating California’s 173rd Anniversary of Statehood California became the 31st state on September 9, 1850. Explore Census Bureau data about California using 2020 Census data, geographic profiles from data.census.gov, and other interactive data tools. Learn More 2020 Census Data on California California’s population was 39,538,223 in 2020, a 6.1% increase from 2010. The results of the 2020 Census show that:…
California Family Code section 4504 allows a noncustodial parent to be credited towards their child support obligation for the amount of federal government payments they are receiving on behalf of the child. The payments that qualify for this credit include: Social Security retirement or disability benefits Railroad Retirement benefits Department of Veterans Affairs benefits To…
Pablo, a hardworking Filipino mechanic and naturalized U.S. citizen,, worked in Los Angeles for 23 years and earned enough to retire. However, he was persuaded by an insurance agent to transfer his retirement money to a complex insurance policy known as an equity-indexed annuity. He was further induced to transfer the funds to a second…
“What’s the secret to happiness?” a friend of mine asked his Japanese friend, who is a professor of Japanese literature in Hawaii. “Ganbatte kudasai,” the professor answered, adding, “It means ‘please persevere’.” Upon hearing this insight from the Japanese professor, I realized how much sense it made. Perseverance, or not giving up, is the key…
LAS VEGAS, NV — The Philippine Consulate General in Los Angeles opened its first-ever Philippine Honorary Consulate in Las Vegas, following a commitment to make government services accessible to the Filipino community. Community leader Bella Aurora “Amie” P. Belmonte will serve as the first honorary consul in Las Vegas, under the leadership of Consul General…
by Gloria T. Caoile and Kathleen Topacio Flores AS individuals who have spent a significant portion of our lives in the realm of labor unions, we have had the honor of bearing witness to some truly exceponal leaders. Grace Vergara-Mactal is one of them. We are deeply inspired and awed by her outstanding contribuons to…
