[COLUMN] What is the purpose of bankruptcy law?
THE highest profile cases of bankruptcy filings are Walt Disney, Milton Hershey, Orange County, a certain Catholic diocese in the USA that was hit by the child molestation cases, the bankruptcy filings of the Trump companies during the 90s wiping out billions of debt, Toys R Us, Hertz car rentals, among many others. A distinction…
7’s Football League to host international tournament in the Philippines
The 7’s Football League (7s FL), headed by Filipino American football icon Anton del Rosario, is kicking off two major first-of-its kind seven-a-side football tournaments. Del Rosario, in an interview with the Asian Journal, said the league will hold its first international tournament in the Philippines from April 21-23, 2023, with title sponsor BPI AIA Life…
Plan for your future during Financial Literacy Month
by Annie Walters Social Security Public Affairs Specialist in Nevada April is Financial Literacy Month. Social Security is a vital part of any financial plan. . Our online tools can help you understand your potential Social Security benefits and how they fit into your financial future. You should periodically review your Social Security Statement (Statement)…
For uninsured people with cancer, securing care can be like spinning a roulette wheel
by Charlotte Huff, Kaiser Health News Eighteen months after April Adcox learned she had skin cancer, she finally returned to Charleston’s Medical University of South Carolina last May to seek treatment. By then, the reddish area along her hairline had grown from a 2-inch circle to cover nearly her entire forehead. It oozed fluid and…
Most Americans say they or a family member has experienced gun violence
A majority of Americans say they or a family member has experienced gun violence, such as witnessing a shooting, being threatened by a person with a gun, or being shot, according to a sweeping new survey. The national survey of 1,271 adults conducted by KFF revealed the severe physical and psychological harm exacted by firearm…
Millions available to support housing projects in San Diego County
CONTINUING its efforts to expand the supply of affordable housing, the San Diego County Board of Supervisors has made $25 million available for affordable housing developments. In addition to these funds, Project Based Housing Choice vouchers and Project Based Veterans Affairs Supportive Housing vouchers are also available. The latest round of funding available is through…
Las Vegas Science and Technology Festival invites local families to discover STEM throughout our community
Las Vegas – The Las Vegas Science and Technology Festival returns to the Las Vegas Valley with nine days of FREE educational events for the whole family. Kicking-off April 28, the festival features over 40 events and concludes with a Giant Science and Technology Expo at the World Market Center on May 6. The annual…
[COLUMN] Rights of injured or sick employees in the workplace
Q: WHILE driving back to the office from a work errand for my Manager, my car was rear ended. I sustained injuries as a result of which I underwent surgeries. I missed work for weeks but will need more time off for treatments. I am afraid to tell my employer about my need for more…
[COLUMN] The church is alive!
Greetings! We’re still in Easter! But Easter is not just a one-day celebration. It goes on until the day of Pentecost when we celebrate the full impact of salvation on the world and the outpouring of God’s life. And so, we still greet one another with Happy Easter! What amazed me last Sunday (April 9)…
[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…
Senate Minority Leader Brian Jones’ bipartisan measure to prevent sexually violent predators from being dumped in unsuspecting communities stalled in Senate Committee
SACRAMENTO – Bipartisan legislation by Senate Minority Leader Brian W. Jones (R-San Diego), Senator Marie Alvarado-Gil (D-Jackson), Senator Shannon Grove (R-Bakersfield), Assembly Republican Leader James Gallagher (R-Yuba City), and Assemblymember Megan Dahle (R-Bieber), which aimed at preventing the state from continuing to secretly dump Sexually Violent Predators (SVPs) in unsuspecting communities, was stalled on Tuesday,…
City of San Diego launches annual stormwater maintenance survey
SAN DIEGO – In the continuing effort to maintain an aging storm drain system, the City of San Diego is launching its annual Stormwater Maintenance Prioritization Public Survey, seeking input from San Diegans about which stormwater facilities to prioritize for future maintenance. The city’s storm drain system is composed of channels, pipes, levees, basins and…
San Diego Public Library now open on Sundays
14 library locations add Sunday hours, offering more access to library services SAN DIEGO – In an effort to provide access to in-person library services every day of the week, the City of San Diego Public Library (SDPL) is adding Sunday hours at 14 of its 36 library locations. Starting April 16, the 14 library…
Ehrlich Ocampo’s magical Vegas awakening: The journey of a passionate leviwand artist
The spectacular stage show Awakening is making waves at Wynn Las Vegas. This mythical, magic-filled production—driven by technologically advanced effects, dazzling costumes, expressive choreography, and outstanding sound design—is proving to be a new favorite in the Las Vegas entertainment scene. The show boasts of having a creative powerhouse at its helm. Best of all, global…
Seizing the opportunity: A Fil-Am puppeteer makes her Broadway debut in Life of Pi
Nikki Calonge never imagined herself performing on Broadway, but last week, she made her debut as part of the cast of “Life of Pi.” Despite never having dreamed of this opportunity, she worked hard, auditioned, and now, has reached an achievement many aspiring actors could only wish for. “I thought I always wanted to be…
Success story reveals the benefits of hiring an immigration attorney vs doing it on your own, on Citizen Pinoy this Sunday
AFTER living in the U.S. for over 20 years, Kristan tried to obtain his green card by filing paperwork on his own, instead of hiring an immigration lawyer. In one instance, he tried to file as a minor child of an immigrant (F2A), even though he was already an adult. His application was rejected. On…
PH Consul General meets global innovation firm CEO
SAN FRANCISCO – Consul General Neil Ferrer met with Mind the Bridge (MTB) co-founder and CEO Marco Marinucci on March 20, 2023 at the MTB headquarters in San Francisco to discuss the work of MTB and possible partnerships in line with the development of the Philippine startup ecosystem. MTB is an international innovation advisory firm, which is an…
High inflation and housing costs force many Americans to delay needed care
At a health-screening event in Sarasota, Florida, people gathered in a parking lot and waited their turn for blood pressure or diabetes checks. The event was held in Sarasota’s Newtown neighborhood, a historically Black community. Local Tracy Green, 54, joined the line outside a pink-and-white bus that offered free mammograms. “It’s a blessing because some…
[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…
San Francisco to expand access to Homeward Bound program to better meet clients’ needs
SAN FRANCISCO – Recently, Mayor London N. Breed announced that the city will be expanding access to its programs to offer travel home for those experiencing homelessness. Through the Homeward Bound Program, the city provides paid travel home for people experiencing homelessness who are seeking to return to their family, friends or other support networks…
Hope Horizon Gala Holds Successful Gala
Hope Horizon East Palo Alto, which has been operating since 1984 and whose main mission is “to equip east-of-Bayshore youth to grow spiritually, gain life skills and develop as leaders so that they have hope and a future,” held a successful 2023 Gala at The Grand Bay Hotel in Redwood City, CA last March 19….
Legislation introduced to protect victims of crime from deportation
Assembly Member Miguel Santiago (D-Los Angeles) joined Los Angeles County District Attorney George Gascón, Los Angeles County Supervisor Hilda Solis, Asian Americans Advancing Justice Southern California (AJSOCAL), Koreatown Youth & Community Center (KYCC), Thai Community Development Center and Chinatown Service Center (CSC) to announce the “Immigrant Rights Act” which is legislation that will help protect immigrant…
[COLUMN] Single or joint bankruptcy filing?
THE debtor is 50. Spouse is 48. They have two children, a son aged 18, and a daughter aged 16. Son is about to go to college out of state. Daughter is about to graduate from high school and applying for college in state. They expect that once son is in college and daughter is…
[COLUMN] Can I qualify for a green card despite the petitioner’s death?
Consider this common factual situation. You are over 21 years old and your U.S. citizen parent petitions you while you are inside the United States. Since this is a preference category, you have to wait many years for your priority date to be current. As the years go by, your petitioning parent dies which in…
[COLUMN] When immigrant employees are threatened with deportation
Do threats constitute human trafficking or forced labor? Q: I WAS petitioned by my current employer to work in a residential care facility in the US. I work 6 days a week, and often on a 10-12 hour shift each day, but my employer does not pay overtime. When I asked for additional payment, my…