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City of San Diego highlights safe and sustainable infrastructure during Building Safety Month

‘It starts with you’ slogan emphasizes the importance  of safe buildings and infrastructure for all SAN DIEGO – On May 16, 2023, the San Diego City Council recognized May as Building Safety Month to remind San Diegans about the critical role of building code enforcement staff and first responders in assuring safe, efficient and livable buildings for all. Building Safety Month is an international campaign, promoted by the International Code Council,…

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[COLUMN] A cruise: Like life itself

EXPLORING the world, meeting people in their native countries, learning about their history, heritage, culture, and experiencing their way of living firsthand does wonders to our mind, body, and soul. The journey reveals that we, as a species on this planet, have greater commonality and mutual interests than our selfish individual differences. The wonderful visit…

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San Diego city officials, business leaders unveil progress on Fifth Avenue ‘slow street’ plan

Newly installed bollards help create a pedestrian promenade to promote accessibility, economic development in Gaslamp Quarter SAN DIEGO – Mayor Todd Gloria, Councilmember Stephen Whitburn, and downtown business leaders have unveiled a new Slow Street on Fifth Avenue in the Gaslamp Quarter of downtown. City of San Diego Transportation Department crews completed construction of the infrastructure necessary…

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ConGen Ferrer urges Fil-Ams to explore thriving Philippine startup ecosystem

SAN FRANCISCO – Consul General Neil Ferrer encouraged Filipino Americans to consider the Philippines as a launchpad for their startups in the event called “Balik*Bayan San Francisco: Come Back, Give Back.” The event, which was organized by the global non-profit organization Endeavor Philippines, took place at Sentro Filipino in downtown San Francisco. The gathering offered opportunities…

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GDAP holds roadshow in San Francisco

SAN FRANCISCO – The Game Developers Association of the Philippines (GDAP) held a roadshow in San Francisco on May 11 at the Philippine Center’s Dynamico Space. Titled “GAME ON: Navigating the Latest Trends in the Global Video Game Industry and the Thriving Independent Development Scene in the Philippines,” the event featured some of the Philippines’…

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Filipino production set to stage a modern-day version of ‘Noli Me Tangere’ in Hollywood

LOS ANGELES, CA – The Hollywood Fringe Festival (HFF), an annual open-access, community-derived event celebrating freedom of expression and collaboration in the performing arts community, is coming back this summer for its 13th season. Each June, the arts infiltrate the Hollywood neighborhood: fully equipped theaters, parks, clubs, churches, restaurants and other unexpected places host hundreds of…

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California resolution introduced to establish sister state relationship with Philippine province of Bulacan

A California state senator has introduced a resolution to establish a sister state relationship with the Philippine province of Bulacan. Senator Anthony J. Portantino (D – Burbank), authored Senate Concurrent Resolution 57 (SCR 57), which outlines the sister state relationship and introduced it on the state Senate floor on Monday, May 15. Bulacan is located…

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Nayong Pilipino exhibit opens in Tayabas

TAYABAS CITY – Nayong Pilipino Foundation’s (NPF) over 150 artifacts are on display at the Casa Comunidad de Tayabas in Quezon Province. Occupying the historical building is the  collection of ethnographic artifacts from various ethnolinguistic groups, from textiles, farming tools, ritual items, hunting and warfare, and domestic objects, which the Foundation has treasured and cared…

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Fil-Am professor and attorney discuss importance of subpoenas

ON Wednesday, May 10th, University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA) Filipino Alumnus and Associate Professor Bobby Rimas of the American Legal Systems course at California State University, Los Angeles’ Downtown L.A. campus had a lecture regarding the importance of subpoenas and what should be done to ensure subpoena compliance.  Additionally, Mr. Rimas indicated that subpoenas…

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[COLUMN] A Mother’s Day message

“Whoever has my commandments and observes them is the one who loves me. And whoever loves me will be loved by my Father, and I will love him and reveal myself to him.” —Jn 14:21 This Gospel passage reminds me of the Funeral    Service Vigil I led for a 98-year-old mother last week. Her family…

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Friend or foe: The dawn of the AI revolution

by Peter White Ethnic Media Services A research scientist who works on the intersection of reasoning and machine learning likens the boom in artificial intelligence to the Industrial Revolution. “I wasn’t around then,” says Hector Palacios, “but back in the day people would say, ‘I’m going to buy an engine.’” After a while, nobody was…

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TPB, Clark formalize tie-up for MICECON 2024

CLARK FREEPORT — Having won the bid to host the MICECON 2024 at the Clark Freeport Zone in Pampanga, Clark Development Corporation (CDC) formally sealed its partnership with the Tourism Promotions Board (TPB) Philippines through the signing of a Memorandum of Agreement (MOA) to stage the largest gathering of Meetings, Incentive Travel, Conventions, and Exhibitions…

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Can interfaith collaborations stop hate crimes?

Among developed nations the United States stands unique in the centrality of religion for millions of Americans. And as the population becomes more diverse, interfaith collaborations could be key to reversing the alarming rise in hate-based violence. About two-thirds of Americans identify as Christians, according to a 2021 Pew Research study. About 6% of Americans…

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Philippines Fest Bring Filipino Flair, Flavor to NYC Streets: Fil Am-owned small businesses thrive as street fairs make a comeback in New York City

THE history of street fairs in New York City can be traced back to the early 20th century when immigrant communities began organizing outdoor festivals to celebrate their cultural heritage.  These events, which feature food, music, and other forms of entertainment, were often held in public spaces like parks and plazas and provided an opportunity…

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Scam the scam with Social Security

by Annie Walters Social Security Public Affairs Specialist in Nevada The Social Security Administration and its Office of the Inspector General (OIG) continued to raise public awareness about Social Security imposter scams during the fourth annual “Slam the Scam” Day held in March.  Social Security scams — where fraudsters pressure victims into making cash or…

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Cox awards $35,000 in diversity scholarships to 10 graduating seniors

Over the past decade, Cox Las Vegas has presented $350,000 in scholarships to college-bound, high school seniors in Clark County as part of its annual Cox Diversity Scholarship program, including $35,000 to 10 members of the Class of 2023. The scholarships are $3,500 each and awarded in partnership with the Public Education Foundation and Southern…

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City of Las Vegas offers additional youth summer camps

Online and in-person registration open now The city of Las Vegas is offering additional summer camps at the new Ernest & Betty Becker Family Technology Community Center. The additional camps include Drone Soccer Camp June 20-23, Esports Teen Camp June 12-16, Esports Camp featuring Minecraft and Roblox June 20-23, and 3D Print Camp June 12-16….

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Youth challenge invites submissions from artistic San Diegans

YOUNG San Diegans are invited to help raise awareness about opioid overdoses and the dangers of counterfeit and illicit opioids using their video and art skills. The County’s current Scoop from You(th) Challenge focuses on the opioid crisis and will accept submissions from San Diegans ages 12 to 25 from May 9, in recognition of National Fentanyl Awareness Day,…

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Mayor Gloria announces tentative agreements with San Diego Municipal Employees Association, AFSCME Local 127

Deal negotiated with city employees continues investment in workforce to enhance city services SAN DIEGO –  Furthering his commitment to invest in the city’s workforce, fill vacancies, and enhance services to residents, Mayor Todd Gloria on April 28 announced that the city has reached a three-year tentative agreement with the labor unions representing 62 percent of…

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