Treaty nationals
Under the North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA), Canadian and Mexican citizens (known as “Treaty Nationals” or “TNs”) can come to the United States temporarily, not to exceed one (1)…
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Understanding Form I-864
Why does the National Visa Center (NVC) require you to submit an accurate Form I-864? We hear stories of the frustration experienced by those who have to re- submit the…
Breast milk and microwave
Is it safe to warm breast milk in a microwave oven? No, it is not safe to warm breast milk in a microwave oven. Collected breast milk should never be…
MTV to launch 21st book in Iriga: Judge Angel S. Malaya and His Times
If one is to have a more perceptive, a more complete, and therefore, a much more genuine love of the Philippine nation, historian Marcelino A. Foronda Jr. noted,it is inescapable…
Clarkson OK’d to play for PH in FIBA, father says he won’t play
Fil-Am Los Angeles Lakers guard Jordan Clarkson has been cleared to play for the Philippines in the upcoming FIBA Asia Championship, but his father says he won’t be participating. “As…
Advisory committee: Airlines should decide on allowing in-flight calls
A committee under the Transportation Department on Tuesday, Sept. 1, approved a recommendation stating that airlines should possess discretion in whether to allow passengers to make phone calls during flights….
The curse of incompetence and insensitivity
THERE’S this joke about a little boy anxious to see his expectant mother give birth. She explains that it will take several months for the baby to come out. The…
The rise of anti-establishment candidates: Move over Clinton, Bush and even Trump?
THOUGH a candidate most Democrats outside of the state of Vermont have never heard of, Senator Bernie Sanders has proven a sustained upward climb in the polls, possibly threatening the…
A sanctuary at twilight
This little piece takes us, not just to a place, but into the minds and hearts of those, who are in their twilight years, in a society that glorified youth….
CSUN biology professor, students, make discovery that could improve breast cancer treatments
A TEAM of nine students and one biology professor from Cal State Northridge (CSUN) have pinpointed a gene that can cause breast cancer to spread. The new finding, published in…
Filipina receives Magsaysay Award for work to preserve ethnic dance found in Southern PH
A FILIPINA choreographer and dance historian was honored Monday, Aug. 31, for “her single-minded crusade in preserving the endangered artistic heritage of the Southern Philippines.” Ligaya Fernando-Amilbangsa, 71, was among…
Press group calls for protection of Philippine journalists
FOLLOWING the death of another Filipino journalist on Thursday, Aug. 28, the Committee to Protect Journalists called on Philippine President Benigno Aquino III on Tuesday, Sept. 1, to work toward…
CSUN biology professor, students, make discovery that could improve breast cancer treatments
A TEAM of nine students and one biology professor from Cal State Northridge (CSUN) have pinpointed a gene that can cause breast cancer to spread. The new finding, published in…
The heart of the matter
” Traditions and rituals are meant to transform our relationships, to make us relate with one another with humility, love, mercy, and compassion.” What is the heart of the matter?…
Senior with little income but large home equity seeks Chapter 13 relief
“There are special laws that allow middle class families to avoid paying thousands of dollars out of their pocket monthly for nursing home care, assisted living care and home care….
Immigration: A smart investment
Investor visas are a great option for immigrant investors and their families. These visas are available both for those that are outside of the United States, and for those that…
When immigrant workers are injured at work
National origin is not a bar to recovery Immigrants are a growing part of the labor force in the United States. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, in 2014,…
Statute of limitations 101: How long must you keep records?
How long do you have to keep tax records? How long can the IRS audit your tax returns? Let’s discuss 10 tips on statute of limitations so you can clean…
Bankruptcy: Is it the right decision for you?
Deciding if bankruptcy is right for you can be one of the most important decisions you’ll ever make in your life. As much as possible, most people try to avoid…
Is the Aquino administration ‘meddling in INC affairs’ over alleged illegal detention and corruption of its leadership?
Social media was on fire on Friday, Aug. 28 with comments and criticisms from kababayans who were caught in traffic on EDSA after thousands of members of Iglesia ni Cristo…
The gift of heritage from yesterday, today and tomorrow
THEY are the sons and daughters of dramatic journeys and fantastic tales, their stories carried like treasures as they lay down a shadow of stunning proportions, shaped both by the…
Survey says teens are more shopping sensible, like their parents
“Is this a good deal? Should I buy this?” are questions many teens of today are now asking. Gone are spending sprees and splurging for the new school year. Teens…
California Senate advances six tobacco regulation bills
The state Senate approved on Thursday, Aug. 27, six tobacco regulation measures that would raise the smoking age in California from 18 to 21 and restrict e-cigarette usage in a…
Fil-Am Julian Recana sworn in as LA County Superior Court judge
LOS ANGELES – A Filipino-American judge was sworn into the LA County Superior Court on Thursday, Aug. 27 at a ceremony held at the Stanley Mosk Courthouse in downtown. Julian…
Waiver of joint petition to remove conditional permanent residency on a marriage entered less than two years
The Immigration Marriage Fraud Amendments of 1986 (IMFA) requires an alien obtaining a green card through a marriage less than two years old to come back at the end of…
Outstanding Fil-Ams honored with Empowerment Awards at the 17th Fiesta in America
While education fuels man to strive even farther beyond and his objective inspiringly motivates him to aspire for higher goals, it is society and the community where he lives that…
What good is a straight path if traffic is not moving?
SLOWLY and inexorably, the Aquino government, by its failure to help solve the problems of daily life, is driving many of us into impossible and desperate straits. Confronted by a…
Finally oust or impeach PNoy and welcome a caretaker
LAST Wednesday, Aug. 26, as the National Transformation Council renewed its call on President B. S. Aquino III to step down and pave the way for a nonpartisan transitory council,…
Filipino teacher honored by White House, LA City Hall
LOS ANGELES – In high school, Jaime Ballesteros didn’t think he would be able to attend college because of his undocumented status. Originally from Bacolod City, Philippines, Ballesteros was 11…
Fil-Am Julian Recana sworn in as LA County Superior Court judge
LOS ANGELES – A Filipino-American judge was sworn into the LA County Superior Court on Thursday, Aug. 27 at a ceremony held at the Stanley Mosk Courthouse in downtown. Julian…