Whenever I am permitted to bask in the light for imagination, I turn to Leo Tolstoy for some fragments of drama and splinters of euphoria. There is something about his characters even when they strike us as unwholesome or exasperating, or enervated if not perverse. They make us feel his patience, clarity and meticulous harmony…
Facing west to the South China Sea and bordered by the vast sierra mountains of the Cordillera Region, the province of Ilocos is by far one of the must-see places in the Philippines – from its profound natural beauty to great historical riches. Pack your bags and take on an exciting road trip to Ilocos…
Senators Juan Ponce Enrile, Ramon “Bong” Revilla Jr. and Jinggoy Estrada. They are but three among lawmakers recommended to be charged for plunder, after the National Bureau of Investigation (NBI) compiled evidence which proved that some legislators received kickbacks in the P10-billion pork barrel scam, devised and orchestrated by Napoles. In all, Department of Justice…
WHILE the standoff between Philippine military forces and Moro National Liberation Front (MNLF) continues in Zamboanga City, Vice President Jejomar Binay took his share of the spotlight, after his failed attempt to negotiate for a ceasefire. ate a peaceful settlement (through his connection with former MNLF chairman Nur Misuari), and to free the hostages. However,…
LOS ANGELES – Search to Involve Pilipino Americans (SIPA), Filipino American Service Group, Inc. (FASGI), Asian Americans Advancing Justice-Los Angeles and the Organization of Chinese American-Greater Los Angeles hosted “Affordable Healthcare & You” — a free educational forum for the community about the Affordable Healthcare Act. The forum began with a press conference, led by…
ON September 13, 2013, California state lawmakers passed a bill to allow undocumented immigrants to obtain legal driver’s licenses. AB 60, introduced by Assemblyman Luis Alejo (D-Watsonville) will defer to the DMV as to what documentation is required to obtain a license. Governor Jerry Brown is expected to sign the bill presently and expressed his…
50 Pinoy businesses expected to attend LOS ANGELES – Around 50 Filipino businesses are expected to join the 14th Annual Asian Small Business Expo on September 21, Saturday, at the Almansor Court Conference Center in Alhambra. This was confirmed to the Asian Journal by Search to Involve Pilipino Americans (SIPA) executive director Joel Jacinto on…
To keep up with everything going on with the Fil-Am community, I read the Asian Journal and my Bible everyday so that I know what each side is doing. People, not only in the past, present and future have done so many things to make one’s deadline easier to meet, without discarding sordid politics back home (the…
“Our ideals and principles, as well as our national security, are at stake in Syria, along with our leadership of a world where we seek to ensure that the worst weapons will never be used,” President Obama told the American people in a primetime televised speech last Tuesday. “America is not the world’s policeman. Terrible…
Starting October 1, open-access markets for subsidized coverage under Pres. Barack Obama’s healthcare overhaul may change your health insurance — and not necessarily for the better. According to the Associated Press (AP), there is a new “wild card” which could affect your coverage — your home address. This is because of “entrenched political divisions” over…
(Part 2) LAST week, we talked about the tower of Babel which is located 30 miles from the modern city of Baghdad in Iraq. We destroyed the tower with cruise missiles when we attacked Iraq because we thought that the tower contained Saddam’s weapons of mass destruction. Now, we know that chemical weapons, at least,…
SOME business establishments pay cash wages “under the table.” Why? Is it worth it? What are the risks? What does paying cash wages ‘under the table’ mean? This common phrase means the payment of wages to employees by cash. It also includes payments of wages by checks that are disguised to look like other types…
Finding other sources of payment for the seriously injured LINDA and David Kubert were riding on their motorcycle when eighteen-year-old Kyle Best, who was driving and texting, crossed the center-line of the road, and collided with them. The Kuberts each lost a leg as a result of the accident. They sued Best. They also sued…
SAN DIEGO – A San Diego jury found a Filipino-American gang member guilty of second-degree murder in the death of a San Diego police officer. On Aug. 23, the jury sided with the prosecution that 29-year-old Alex Charfauros lied to police, which led to the death of San Diego police officer Chris Wilson during a…
WE get a treat of three parables in this Sunday’s Mass. The first and second parables are preparatory to the third one, a much longer parable. The first one is about a shepherd who has one hundred sheep. Upon realizing that one is missing, he leaves the ninety nine sheep to search for the lost…
LOS ANGELES – Supporters of a bill requiring domestic workers to receive overtime pay, meal breaks and other labor protections are hopeful that it may finally come into fruition later this year. The California State Senate voted 22-12 on Wednesday, and the Assembly voted 48-25 on Thursday, to pass the California Domestic Worker Bill of…
LOS ANGELES – St. Vincent Medical Center (SVMC) announced on Tuesday that it will be holding a free multicultural health fair on September 28, from 9am to 3pm, to address the healthcare needs of Angelenos from various ethnic communities. It will be held at the St. Vincent Ocean View Building located at 2222 Ocean View…
FROM THE PERSPECTIVE OF A PATIENT’S FAMILY (Part 2 of 2) LOS ANGELES – In June 2011, Mercury News journalist Lisa M. Krieger faced an unthinkable ordeal. She had to rush her 88-year-old father to Stanford Hospital, due to a mysterious infection. In her award-winning series entitled, The Cost of Dying (published in Mercury News),…
The northeast wind has just ushered in the “ber” month and my September calendar is already loaded with a hectic schedule and I am still trying to squeeze in a few more events that needed to be attended. Enveloped with enthusiastic anticipation for the holidays, the coming of September perks up gloomy days and gradually…
At the Wilner & O’Reilly Sacramento office, I have come across many heart-warming success stories that give strength to the need for Immigration Reform. Since 2012, there have been some extensive changes in US immigration laws. Many have benefitted, but more needs to be done. Changes have already occurred in our immigration system in the…
“I can’t believe this is happening to me. Life’s not fair. I haven’t done anything bad. Why do I feel like I’m being punished for something I didn’t do?” These are words I often hear from clients who come to me for bankruptcy advice. Some people are quick to pass judgment on people who file…
Book shares tips that women can learn from the gracefulness and graciousness two Pinays, Marie Claire Lim Moore and her mother, Lenore Lim, who are successful in the corporate and art worlds, and happy at home. The “Filipina American Sheryl Sandberg” holds “Don’t Forget the Soap” book launch and signing in New York on September…
Book shares tips that women can learn from the gracefulness and graciousness two Pinays, Marie Claire Lim Moore and her mother, Lenore Lim, who are successful in the corporate and art worlds, and happy at home. The “Filipina American Sheryl Sandberg” holds “Don’t Forget the Soap” book launch and signing in New York on September…
Greenlining-Sponsored Legislation Would Translate Proposed Ballot Initiatives and Recall Petitions Contact: Bruce Mirken, Greenlining Institute Media Relations Director, 510-926-4022; 415-846-7758 (cell) SACRAMENTO – The California Assembly has passed landmark legislation to help make sure all Californians have an equal opportunity to participate in the ballot initiative process, regardless of what language they speak. SB 654, introduced…
The northeast wind has just ushered in the “ber” month and my September calendar is already loaded with a hectic schedule and I am still trying to squeeze in a few more events that needed to be attended. Enveloped with enthusiastic anticipation for the holidays, the coming of September perks up gloomy days and gradually…
ALTHOUGH Valentine’s Day is still next year, the possibility of a romance between handsome actor Sam Milby and actress Jessy Mendiola is in the air. The young actress recently admitted that she and Sam go out, but she also explained that they always go with a group. Too early to tell, Jessy answered when asked…
The October 2013 priority dates indicate that the F-2A priority date has retrogressed (or moved backwards), but by less than one month (to September 8, 2013), which is almost the same as being “current.” Despite this minor retrogression, it is still phenomenal news for spouses and minor children of green cardholders (Category F – 2A). That…
A couple of years ago, I gave a talk before the officials and employees of Salcon Power Corporation (a government contractor in Southern Philippines) on the health hazards of smoking as a part of the company’s highly commendable campaign for a healthier lifestyle for its personnel. I would like to share with my readers the…
LAS VEGAS—There is no cheerier sound. I am proud, nowadays, of laughing, and grateful to anyone who makes me laugh. I’ve been told that it is a bad sign. When we try to determine from what minor source of mankind device we can glean the greatest pleasure in life. I agree with my colleagues that…
“WE will never forget.” These words are forever etched in the hearts and minds of people across the world, as we recall that fateful day when the World Trade twin towers crumbled into dust. Twelve years later, we are called to remember the nearly 3,000 lives that were lost on September 11, 2001. Who could…
