Can I travel back to the Philippines if I’m granted DAPA?
Dear Atty. Gurfinkel: I have been out of status in the US for many years. During that time, I have missed many joyous and tragic occasions in the Philippines, such…
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Absence and abandonment of US residence
Roberto and Rosalie immigrated to the United States in May 2013 through the petition of their only son Carlos, who is in the military, and who lives in North Carolina….
Queen of All Media Kris Aquino heads list of February birthday celebrants
TV host, actress and major endorser Kris Aquino heads the list of prominent personalities celebrating their birthday during the love month of February. Born Kristina Bernadette Cojuangco Aquino on February…
New California bill would ban e-cigarettes in public places
A San Francisco lawmaker introduced legislation Monday, Jan. 26, that would enforce statewide regulations on e-cigarettes. “No tobacco product should be exempt from California’s smoke-free laws simply because it’s sold…
LADWP faces lawsuits for alleged overcharges
Los Angeles Department of Water and Power (LADWP) has been sued for alleged fraud, breach of contract, unjust enrichment, and other violations, by customers claiming they were overcharged due to…
Tackle Safety Before the Big Game
Sunday’s big game will draw millions of excited viewers, who should never lose sight of the electrical hazards that come with enjoying the day. Smart decisions and precautions are the…
Boy’s death is first case of brain-eating amoeba in tap water, study says
Researchers have confirmed that the death of a 4-year-old Louisiana boy was caused by a microorganism called Naegleria fowleri, which digests neural tissues. The boy, Drake Smith Jr., spent most…
A good conscience is the best pillow
Everyday seems to be a constant struggle to decide between what is right and wrong, in small ways that nobody ever sees. You win one day and lose the next…
Federal Reserve stays ‘patient’ on low inflation rate hike
The Federal Reserve reiterated on Wednesday, Jan. 28 that it will be “patient” in raising rates from the record lows, but noted that inflation remains below its target, despite the…
Hottest neighborhoods of 2015 include two in Northern California, report says
Sorry SoCal, but Northern California neighborhoods are topping real estate this year. A report from online real estate brokerage Redfin, which calculates the “hottest” US neighborhoods for real estate activity…
Study shows dementia ‘link’ to common over-the-counter drugs
A new study from the JAMA Internal Medicine journal has linked commonly used medicines, including over-the-counter treatments for conditions such as insomnia and hay-fever, to dementia. Medical experts say that…
Neutral ground
FOLLOWING the bloodbath between the Philippine National Police-Special Action Force (PNP-SAF), elements of the Bangsamoro Islamic Freedom Fighters (BIFF), and the Moro Islamic Liberation Front (MILF) in Mamasapano, Maguindanao on…
Band-aid remedy to poverty – Philippine style
THE thought that hundreds of poor street children in Manila could have a once-in-a-lifetime experience of having a vacation at a resort — complete with comfortable lodging facilities, good food…
The Pope, the Pharisee and the Publican
ALONG with the outpouring of affection for Pope Francis came a flood of self-righteousness and hypocrisy. When the Pope called for a rejection of corruption in government and society, pretenders…
San Francisco Catholic priest bans future altar girls
A Catholic priest new to San Francisco has banned girls from becoming altar servers in the future. “We’d like to get back to an altar boy program, which is a…
Hopeful Dreamers speak out after State of the Union
At the State of the Union address in 2014, immigration activist and DREAMer Cristian Avila sat in the House of Representatives gallery as a guest of First Lady Michelle Obama….
Hottest neighborhoods of 2015 include two in Northern California, report says
Sorry SoCal, but Northern California neighborhoods are topping real estate this year. A report from online real estate brokerage Redfin, which calculates the “hottest” US neighborhoods for real estate activity…
San Francisco Catholic priest bans future altar girls
A Catholic priest new to San Francisco has banned girls from becoming altar servers in the future. “We’d like to get back to an altar boy program, which is a…
LA City Attorney’s office to hold immigration forums
THE Los Angeles City Attorney’s office is taking steps to protect immigrants who may be affected by President Barack Obama’s executive order on immigration from scam artists. “The president has…
Top court rules against union retiree health benefits
THE Supreme Court ruled unanimously on Monday, Jan. 26, that ambiguous language in union contracts should not automatically be interpreted in favor of workers. The case involved a chemical company,…
LAUSD attendance drop could cost $100 million
THE Los Angeles Unified School District (LAUSD) reported a 3.6 percent drop in student attendance during the first semester, a number that could cost it more than $100 million in…
Expedia acquires Travelocity for $280 million
TRAVEL booking website Expedia has acquired online travel agency Travelocity for $280 million from Sabre Corporation. “Travelocity is one of the most recognized travel brands in North America, offering thousands…
Mayor Garcetti seeks to cut civilian injury-leave pay
Los Angeles Mayor Eric Garcetti is seeking a roughly 25 percent cut in civilian workers’ injury-leave pay, an unusually generous benefit that some believe has contributed to increasing taxes. Along…
Mayor Garcetti seeks to cut civilian injury-leave pay
Los Angeles Mayor Eric Garcetti is seeking a roughly 25 percent cut in civilian workers’ injury-leave pay, an unusually generous benefit that some believe has contributed to increasing taxes. Along…
LAUSD attendance drop could cost $100 million
THE Los Angeles Unified School District (LAUSD) reported a 3.6 percent drop in student attendance during the first semester, a number that could cost it more than $100 million in…
LA City Attorney’s office to hold immigration forums
THE Los Angeles City Attorney’s office is taking steps to protect immigrants who may be affected by President Barack Obama’s executive order on immigration from scam artists. “The president has…
BMW, Volkswagen to install 100 electric car charging stations
Automakers BMW and Volkswagen are partnering with ChargePoint, the largest electric vehicle charging network, to install 100 express high-speed charging stations along two busy highways on the east and west coast. The…
Soybean workers suffer genetic damage from exposure to Monsanto agrochemicals
Soybean workers exposed to agrochemicals found in Monsanto biocides and herbicides experience cell damage and elevated DNA, a new study has found. The study, published in the journal Mutation Research/Genetic…
Study shows drinking coffee reduces melanoma risk
A new study published by the Journal of the National Cancer Institute suggests that drinking coffee could reduce the risk of developing melanoma, the deadliest form of skin cancer, by…
West Covina teacher suspended for alleged Facebook rant about sex case
A high school teacher in Los Angeles County was suspended for allegedly posting a rant on Facebook condoning a recent sexual encounter between teachers and students. Sean Patrick Kane, an…