Santa Ana Winds Forecast Throughout Southland This Weekend
SCE has crews on standby and reminds its customers to never approach or touch downed power lines With strong Santa Ana winds, sometimes up to 70 mph, forecast throughout the Southland this…
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Port of LA, Long Beach officials highlight air and water quality improvements
In the past 10 years, the Ports of Los Angeles and Long Beach have successfully implemented various strategies to improve air and water quality. That’s according to Richard Cameron, managing…
In sixth State of the Union address, Pres. Obama looks to ‘turn the page’
More progressive policies outlined for his last two years in office “TONIGHT, we turn the page.” President Barack Obama addressed the joint Congress and the entire nation on Tuesday, Jan. 20, at…
With DAPA, you don’t have to wait until your child is 21 years old
Over the course of my practice, I have had people come to me for consultation on their immigration situation. They may have been out of status, were not “grandfathered” under…
Miss Philippines Mary Jean ‘MJ’ Lastimosa: Ready for the 63rd Miss Universe pageant
Mary Jane “MJ” Lastimosa, the Philippine representative to this year’s Miss Universe pageant in Miami, Florida, has been getting a lot of positive feedbacks online from fans and pageant experts….
Female breast enlarger
What makes up the breasts? Breast tissues in either female or male are practically nothing but adipose (fat) tissues. The size, shape, appearance and physiology, just like the rest of…
Like, Share and Tweet: Expanding your business by getting social
It’s the New Year and if you’re like most, you’re thinking about what your resolutions will be this year. You might be thinking of getting into shape and losing some…
5 Disney employees contract measles
Outbreak grows to 70 cases Following a recent measles outbreak originating from “The Happiest Place on Earth,” five Disneyland employees tested positive for the disease. “There is evidence of ongoing…
State of the Union: Obama addresses global and national issues
Promises to work with GOP-led Congress “TONIGHT, we turn the page.” On Tuesday night, Jan. 20, President Barack Obama addressed the joint Congress and the entire nation at the annual…
Man settles chokehold case with NYC for $75,000
A Brooklyn man claiming New York police put him in a chokehold has settled a lawsuit against the city for $75,000. The settlement was approved by a federal judge last…
New York man sentenced to prison for aiding Al Qaeda
A Brooklyn-born man accused of helping Al Qaeda conduct surveillance of the New York Stock Exchange for a possible terrorist attack was sentenced to 15 years in prison on Tuesday,…
Of faith and resilience
During the recent papal visit in the Philippines, Filipino Catholics have once again displayed its religious devotion. According to previous reports, Asia is recognized as “one of the great frontiers”…
Fight for civil rights continues with nationwide marches honoring MLK
The renowned “I Have a Dream” speaker and civil rights activist’s legacy continues, more than 50 years after the famous speech was given on the steps of the Lincoln Memorial….
15 community colleges in California selected to offer four-year degree programs
In a new push towards education reform, 15 community colleges in California have been chosen by state officials to offer four-year degree programs starting as soon as next year. Officials…
Ford Mustang goes global, first shipment to China
For the first time in its 50-year history as a North America-only vehicle, the Ford Mustang has officially gone global. Its first international shipment was en route to China as…
Unsung heroes
IN his visit to the Philippines, Pope Francis has generated positivity and raised hopes among the Church’s followers. Throughout his sojourn, the high prelate captured wide audiences and sympathies for…
President Obama’s rising approval rating ahead of the State of the Union Address
PRESIDENT Barack Obama must be feeling upbeat and positive ahead of his State of the Union Address (SOTU) on Jan. 20, 2015. After a dip in the polls following major…
The perils of the Papacy
BY the grace of God, Pope Francis is back safe in the Vatican. But could 25,000 policemen and soldiers posted at various public venues have ensured the safety of His…
When they grow too old to dream
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….
Jury selection begins for Colorado movie theater shooting trial
In his first public outing since the 2012 movie theater massacre in the town of Aurora, Colo., defendant James Holmes sat quietly and leaned back in his chair in court…
Walmart to offer cash tax refunds
This year, taxpayers have the option of receiving their tax refunds in cash at all Walmart stores, the retail giant said Tuesday, Jan. 20. The Internal Revenue Service (IRS) reported…
Kaiser, nurses reach tentative contract agreement, cancel strike
AFTER coming to a tentative contract agreement, approximately 18,000 nurses and nurse practitioners at more than 80 Kaiser Permanente hospitals and clinics canceled a strike planned for Wednesday and Thursday,…
Pope to Catholics: Practice responsible parenting, don’t breed ‘like rabbits’
SPEAKING from the papal plane on his way back to Rome from a four-day visit in the Philippines, Pope Francis told reporters on Monday, Jan. 19 that Catholics should not…
Republicans push back against Obama’s latest tax proposals
REPUBLICAN lawmakers, who took over both chambers of Congress starting this year, are already signaling that they will do what they can to block President Barack Obama’s proposal for tax…
BP in troubled waters after pollution fine for massive gulf spill
THE legal fallout from the worst offshore oil spill in US history is scheduled to resume in federal court this week in New Orleans, with a civil trial to determine…
Pope Francis’ challenge to bishops, priests and the religious
POPE Francis spoke as a revolutionary reformer in his homily when he celebrated his first Mass in the Philippines at the Manila Cathedral on Friday, Jan 16. Tender but challenging…
Non-profit makes affordable art classes available in La Habra
A NON-PROFIT organization is bringing low-cost visual and performing arts workshops to the city of La Habra, Calif. Oasis Center International, kicked off the 2015 La Habra Community Arts Program…
Year of the poor
MILLIONS of Filipinos lined up the streets of Roxas Boulevard in Manila with their desire to have, at least, a glimpse of Pope Francis, when he arrived in the country…
Fil-Ams join Kababayans : Viva Pope Francis! Welcome to the Philippines!
WE may be thousands of miles and an ocean away from the Philippines, but many Filipinos in America share the excitement and the blessedness as the beloved Leader of the…
Upgrade your health, wealth, & wellness in 2015
“The best way to predict the future is to create it.” –Abraham Lincoln As the Small Business Specialist/Coach at SIPA, I work with clients aspiring to be entrepreneurs. They come…