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…
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…
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…
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….
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,…
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…
Ginebra San Miguel kicks off countdown to 190 years
Ginebra San Miguel Inc. (GSMI), the maker of Ginebra San Miguel, officially kicked off the countdown to its flagship brand’s 190 years in an event attended by stakeholders, partners, and supporters. Ginebra San Miguel, the world’s largest-selling gin and the Philippines’ oldest consumer brand still in the market today, turned 189 this month. GSMI Marketing…
A success story for crewmen: Overstayed crew member obtains immigrant visa in Manila through Obama-era provisional waiver regulation, on Citizen Pinoy this Sunday
JULIE came to the U.S. as a crew member in 2004 and overstayed, leaving her eight-year-old daughter, Jolina, back in the Philippines. The years of separation broke Julie’s heart, but she believed her sacrifice would help build a better future for her daughter. Julie had been watching “Citizen Pinoy” and she knew that the “Attorney-of-Last-Hope”…
Celebrate spring! Visit Graton Resort & Casino and enjoy incredible promotions
ROHNERT PARK – Excited to try your luck this blooming spring? Time to visit the Bay Area’s favorite gaming destination, Graton Resort & Casino. Join our exclusive $100,000 Bloomin’ Riches Giveaway on Saturday, May 27. Drawings are at 2 p.m., 4 p.m., 6 p.m., 8 p.m. and 10 p.m., with one (1) winner of $50,000…
PH Consulate in SF approves 1,118 overseas voting applications during first RERB hearing
SAN FRANCISCO – The Resident Election Registration Board (RERB) of the Philippine Consulate General in San Francisco convened on April 17, 2023 at the Romulo Hall of the Philippine Center, to hear Overseas Voting (OV) applications filed at the Consulate from 9 December 2022 to 31 March 2023. The RERB, composed of Deputy Consul General…
USF int’l business students pay courtesy visit to PH consulate
SAN FRANCISCO – A group of international business students from the University of San Francisco (USF) recently paid a courtesy visit to the Philippine Consulate on April 25 to learn about the economic and business landscape in the Philippines. Consul General Neil Ferrer welcomed the group, accompanied by Associate Director Monika Hudson, Director of Gellert…
ConGen Ferrer meets with Miriam College delegates to Model UN of the Far West
SAN FRANCISCO – A delegation of students from Miriam College in the Philippines who participated in the Model United Nations of the Far West (MUNFW) Conference called on Consul General Neil Ferrer on April 20 at the Philippine Consulate in San Francisco. The MUNFW with this year’s theme, “A Force for Good: Global Health and…
[COLUMN] On belonging, attitude
YOU and I, and the 8 billion people around the world, are social animals. Our two-legged and four-legged friends are also “social” creatures. Like us humans, these animals also value, long for, and enjoy companionship. The loners among them usually do not survive long. Most obviously, social life, a sense of belonging, a comfortable feeling…
Canepa to tobacco sellers: Break the law and face stiff fines
DALY CITY – San Mateo County Supervisor David J. Canepa made the following statement on Tuesday, Maty 9 after the Board of Supervisors passed an ordinance imposing mandatory fines and compliance checks for retailers who sell tobacco products to minors and banned and prohibited products such as e-cigarettes and flavored vape cartridges. “Big Tobacco has…
Are we out of the woods with COVID?
Omicron variants are killing 200-300 people a day but population immunity in the U.S. is higher and more stable than a year ago. The Chairman of the Department of Medicine at the University of California San Francisco says the number of new COVID-19 cases is decreasing, wastewater infectiousness is relatively low and hospitalizations are going…
Several influential Filipinos honored on Gold House’s annual A100 list of most impactful APIs
Among the honorees include Lea Salonga, Steve Lacy, and Erik Spoelstra FROM media to sports, Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders (AAPIs) continue to make an impact across all global industries. Just in time for Asian Pacific American History Month, the AAPI advocacy and fundraiser group Gold House released its 2023 A100 List, a coveted catalog…
Vice President Kamala Harris headlines White House celebration of AANHPI Heritage Month
WASHINGTON, DC — A packed auditorium stood up and cheered for a long moment as Vice President Kamala Harris took the stage May 3 at George Washington University here, during the White House celebration kicking off Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander Heritage Month. The theme of the event was “Visible Together.” AANHPIs have…
An exploration of yourself: Benson Dimaranan’s ‘Is It Okay if I’m Not Okay? And What to Do About That’
Oftentimes in the Filipino American community, there are conversations that are not had, specifically regarding emotions and the concept of “not being okay.” In his new book, “Is It Okay if I’m Not Okay? And What to Do About That,” Fil-Am author Benson Dimaranan explores this significant concept, additionally acting as a form of guidance…
Join UPAAGLA’s Spring Fling on May 20
Come and meet other U.P. Alumni and friends in the Greater LA area in this year’s Spring Fling! We have prepared fun games, great door prizes, and awesome raffle prizes as well. Let’s enjoy some chikahan and walk down memory lane. Wear your best UP Outfit and win a Prize! Bring your ka-batch and ka-orgs…
[COLUMN] Catholic Diocese of Oakland seeks bankruptcy protection after 330 lawsuits
THE Catholic of Diocese of Oakland has just filed Chapter 11 seeking bankruptcy protection from 330 lawsuits arising from sexual molestation cases that happened during the 70s and 80s. Bankruptcy will stop the lawsuits from proceeding forward in regular courts, in fact freeze them on their tracks, stop all discovery procedures to gather evidence and…
[COLUMN] When is my prenuptial agreement not enforceable?
Many people are of the perception that simply downloading a prenuptial agreement from the internet and signing it with their fiance offers them a bullet proof protection from a divorce. What many people do not know is that certain statutory requirements must be met in order for the prenuptial agreement to be valid and to…
Medi-Cal Enrollees: Here’s How to Verify Your Eligibility
If you are enrolled in Medi-Cal, as more than one-third of Californians are, make sure your county knows how to reach you, or you could lose your health coverage unnecessarily. You will likely hear and see public messages over the coming weeks urging you to update your contact information. Heed them. Then, sometime between now…
California says new cigarettes appear to violate state’s flavored tobacco ban
by Don Thompson, KFF Health News California’s attorney general is warning two tobacco companies that their new cigarettes appear to violate a state ban on most flavored tobacco products that was upheld by voters last year. Attorney General Rob Bonta sent letters to R.J. Reynolds and ITG Brands LLC, dated April 25, warning that the…
IFEX Philippines 2023 to feature the world’s best flavors from over 500 PH and int’l food exporters
Share the Love for Global Flavors The Philippines’ biggest international food and ingredients trade show is set to take place at the World Trade Center Metro Manila from May 26 to 28, 2023. The 16th IFEX Philippines focuses on the theme “Share the Love for Global Flavors” to highlight the Philippines’ top export products and…
Cebu Pacific Returns to Profitability, Posts P1.1 Billion Net Profit in Q1
Cebu Air Inc (CEB: PSE) reported a first-quarter net profit of P1.1 billion, bouncing from a P7.6 billion net loss in the same period last year, driven by its strong passenger and ancillary revenues. This is CEB’s first profitable quarter since the pandemic, as it generated total revenues of P20.9 billion, 211% higher than the…