[COLUMN] Microbiome and Alzheimer’s
LAS Vegas is about to be lit up with the colors and sounds of this multicultural celebration! On the Sunday of Memorial Day Weekend, Downtown Container Park will be hosting…
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City of San Diego increases street sweeping during summer months in Mission Beach
Enhanced street sweeping will help prevent pollution in waterways and protect local marine life SAN DIEGO – The City of San Diego is increasing street sweeping throughout Mission Beach alleyways this summer, in…
City of San Diego recruiting pool lifeguards ahead of summer
On-the-job certification training, paid benefits and potential pay increases aim to attract new hires SAN DIEGO – Are you passionate about safety and fun? Want to spend time at the…
Assembly unanimously passes insurance accelerator legislation for clean-fuel truck fleets
Sponsored by Commissioner Lara, AB 844 would support California’s transition from diesel to help meet state’s clean air goals SACRAMENTO — Just days after California’s landmark action to phase out…
Paolo Montalban embraces new opportunities on Broadway and beyond
After 10 years of being away from the Broadway stage, actor Paolo Montalban is back in the limelight on the musical Funny Girl. A veteran known for his captivating performances…
Miss Filipina International 2023 welcomes iSkin as a sponsor
“WE are honored to sponsor the Miss Filipina International since its ideals of nurturing women who are beautiful inside and out perfectly align with iSkin’s commitment to build confidence with…
To stop hate, step out of the Silo
As discrimination divides us, people and groups need to work together to counteract hate, says a panel of experts. The Act Against Hate Alliance on May 17 hosted a virtual…
PCGSF holds human trafficking seminar with JAL
THE Philippine Consulate General in San Francisco organized and held a seminar on human trafficking for consulate personnel on May 12, 2023 at the Sentro Rizal of the Philippine Center,…
Mayor Breed celebrates grand opening of Treasure Island’s first 100% affordable housing development
Maceo May Apartments provides more than 100 units of affordable housing for formerly homeless veterans and their families SAN FRANCISCO — On Thursday, May 18, Mayor London Breed joined city officials…
California State Assembly passes landmark legislation to ban use of dangerous chemicals in food and beverages
SACRAMENTO — Recently, the California State Assembly passed a first-of-its-kind legislation that would prohibit the use of certain dangerous and toxic chemicals in processed foods and drinks. Authored by Assemblymember Jesse…
Asian American Voter Empowerment Project launched to increase voter turnout in LA
SEVERAL Asian American community and civil rights organizations recently announced the launch of the Asian American Voter Empowerment Project (AAVEP) in an effort to increase voter education and registration in Los…
Attorney General Rob Bonta ‘seriously considering’ run for California governor
COULD California see its first Filipino American governor? Attorney General Rob Bonta is “seriously considering” a run for the Golden State’s top office, according to a recent interview with the…
South Bay community celebrates caregivers at 2nd annual Mayfest in Carson
Carson – The South Bay community saw what was a well-attended event celebrating caregivers at Mayfest this past Sunday, May 7. Award-winning Filipino pop rock band Introvoys headlined the Main…
Missing Fil-Am teen found dead in Riverside County
A Filipino American teenager, who was previously reported missing in Moreno Valley, was found dead, according to police. The Riverside County Sheriff-Coroner’s Bureau announced that the remains of 16-year-old Jordan…
[COLUMN] New Chapter 13 debt limits increased to $2.75M
On June 21, 2022, Pres. Biden signed into law the Bankruptcy Threshold Adjustment Act. It increased the Chapter 13 debt limits to a total of $2.75M without secured or unsecured…
[COLUMN] Writ of Mandamus relief for unreasonable delay in pending immigration filings
A common question that is asked by a person who has a pending immigration petition or application is “how much longer until USCIS makes a decision?” The question is understandable,…
[COLUMN] Is unfair termination unlawful?
Q: I worked in a company for over 10 years. A new supervisor and I do not get along. Last week, the company terminated me without any explanation. I do…
[COLUMN] What Christ’s ascension means
“For John baptized with water, but in a few days you will be baptized with the Holy Spirit!” “You will receive power when the Holy Spirit comes upon you, and…
[COLUMN] The future of anti-aging is here: Behold, exosomes!
Aging backwards? And no, I am not talking about some “Benjamin-Button-case” sort of thing. Have you come across people, or maybe some famous personality who just look better as they…
A Covid test Medicare scam may be a trial run for further fraud
by Susan Jaffe California Healthline Medicare coverage for at-home COVID-19 tests ended last week, but the scams spawned by the temporary pandemic benefit could have lingering consequences for seniors. Medicare…
When older parents resist help or advice, use these tips to cope
It was a regrettable mistake. But Kim Sylvester thought she was doing the right thing at the time. Her 80-year-old mother, Harriet Burkel, had fallen at her home in Raleigh,…
The invisibility of Asians in America
STANFORD — The Asian American community is one of the oldest in the U.S., yet still are viewed as “foreigners” by many Americans. “Discrimination has always shaped us. We have…
An interview with Nevada’s Fil-Am assemblywoman Erica Mosca
by Isabella Calderon It was a late winter storm that greeted my sister, mother and I as we stepped outside the Reno/Tahoe airport. Strong gusts of wind shook our rental…