Public safety at center of LA Mayor’s new budget

Los Angeles Mayor Eric Garcetti released his proposed $8.57-billion budget on Monday, April 20, for the next fiscal year, a plan that would boost anti-gang initiatives and preserve funding for at least 10,000 police officers in the Los Angeles Police Department, among other measures. In the State of the City address given last week, the…

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Facts on cancer

What is a malignant tumor? Cancer or malignant tumor is a disease entity where the cells in the tissues of an organ (like the breast, lung, prostate, liver, brain, etc.) change into a new morphology with bizarre and aggressive invasive behavior. These malignant cells grow rapidly, replicate beyond control, transforming the normal anatomy of an…

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Adjustment of status for employment based beneficiaries

If an individual is currently in status and has an employer who is willing to sponsor them, they might want to initiate the filing of an employment based immigrant petitions which involves three stages. Most employment based petitions fall under the 3rd preference employment based category.  This category includes positions which require a bachelor’s degree…

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Public safety at center of LA Mayor’s new budget

Los Angeles Mayor Eric Garcetti released his proposed $8.57-billion budget on Monday, April 20, for the next fiscal year, a plan that would boost anti-gang initiatives and preserve funding for at least 10,000 police officers in the Los Angeles Police Department, among other measures. In the State of the City address given last week, the…

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California senate panel approves mandatory vaccination bill

The California Senate Education Committee on Wednesday, April 22, approved a bill requiring that children be vaccinated before entering school. The legislation would eliminate California’s personal belief exemption, including those based on religion, and would allow only children who have been vaccinated to attend public and private schools. Wednesday’s 7-2 vote comes a week after…

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Inferior

MANY opportunities (and dangers) lie in the sea. Because the sea plays a major role in globalization, it also provides an access to actions of oppression, drug trafficking, illegal immigration, smuggling, and other illicit activities. Countries invest on their maritime forces and capabilities to man the waters not only to protect their sovereignty, but also…

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Why retire in the Philippines

IF your age is past three-fourths of a century it’s probably time to consider your retirement options. My wife and I have decided to spend most of what remains of our lives in the land of our birth. We’ve lived in America for nearly 30 years. America is a great country. The subway is efficient….

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How can INA section 245(i) benefit you?

CERTAIN aliens are barred from adjusting to legal permanent residents by virtue of having entered the United States under the following conditions: Entering the US as an alien crewman (C-1 visa/ jumpship) Accepting unauthorized employment Entering the US without inspection (No I-94 or crossing the border without a visa) Remaining in the US past the…

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Filipinos in SF win funding for Tagalog language programs

AFTER weeks of rallying to officials, the Filipino community in San Francisco finally won its battle in asking to provide funding and support for Filipino language classes in city schools.   With funds now available, the San Francisco Unified School District (SFUSD) is now ready to hire its first full-time Filipino-speaking teacher starting next school…

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Experts say earthquake fault in LA heightens tsunami risk

SCIENTISTS say the earthquake fault that runs through the coastal city of Ventura can produce “strong shaking and dangerous tsunamis,” according to new research. The fault cuts through the heart of downtown Ventura, past City Hall and the historic mission, before leading into the Pacific Ocean. For decades, seismic experts believed the fault posed only…

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Experts say earthquake fault in LA heightens tsunami risk

SCIENTISTS say the earthquake fault that runs through the coastal city of Ventura can produce “strong shaking and dangerous tsunamis,” according to new research. The fault cuts through the heart of downtown Ventura, past City Hall and the historic mission, before leading into the Pacific Ocean. For decades, seismic experts believed the fault posed only…

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Jimmy Kimmel features and sings Pacquiao’s Tagalog song on show

Late night talk show host Jimmy Kimmel on Wednesday, April 15, featured a Tagalog song that boxing sensation Manny Pacquiao is expected to use for his ring entrance on the May 2 bout against Floyd Mayweather, Jr. Pacquiao recorded “Lalaban Ako Para Sa Filipino (I will Fight for the Filipino)” and even created a music…

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Peace! Do not let yourselves be troubled

THE acolyte summoned the priests to say a prayer before Mass. He implored, “Oh, Lord, our God, thank you for the beauty of this brand new day. Thank you for bringing us together this morning to celebrate the blessings of life. Let this Eucharist renew us to be your faithful and courageous disciples, through Christ,…

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Intimidation

THE world is alarmed by China’s recent activities. Reports are continually revealing that the economic giant has been aggressively claiming the disputed South China Sea. President Benigno Aquino III warned that the ongoing reclamation and construction activities of China in the disputed territories may have damaging effects on the international trade. Seven of the world’s…

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