A year after the Supreme Court overruled 45 years of precedent with Affirmative Action, how are colleges and universities adapting? The June 2023 decision, which prohibits public and private institutions from including race in considering applicants to admit, shook up the world of higher education. While schools saw more applications by nonwhite students than ever,…
As summer gets hotter, Californians are at higher risk of wildfires, extreme heat, power outages and water disasters. At a Tuesday, July 2 briefing conducted by state disaster readiness program Listos California, state emergency preparedness officials and frontline responders discussed the current forecast for extreme weather, and shared what Californians need to know to stay…
SACRAMENTO — Governor Gavin Newsom, Senate pro Tem Mike McGuire and Speaker of the Assembly Robert Rivas, on Monday, July 1 announced a robust ballot measure to tackle property crime and the fentanyl crisis, including through targeted reforms to Proposition 47. The proposed ballot measure would implement new penalties for repeat offenders, crack down on serial…
By: Rogelio Constantino Medina PHILIPPINE Stagers Foundation (PSF), or simply Philstagers, celebrated recently its 24th foundation’s anniversary at Luxent Hotel in Quezon City. It was graced by awardees Quezon City Mayor Joy Belmonte and Nunungan, Lanao del Norte Mayor Marcos Mamay. Also in attendance were FAMAS president and chairman of the board Francia “Cheche” Conrado,…
EMMANUEL “Manny” Ilagan has navigated an exceptional and well-rounded journey. With divergent interests: he was a community leader, a travel writer, a former choir member, a sportsman and with myriad hobbies and interests in biking, tennis, golfing, fishing, boating and target shooting. As a testament, Manny is a member of International Practical Shooting Confederation (IPSC)….
One thing is very clear about Jesus’s ministry as we read or listen to the Gospel: He desires that people be healed from all forms of illness, whether it is physical, spiritual, or emotional. He wants people to be liberated from any anxiety and fear, even the fear of death. He wants us to remain…
This is a common question among people contemplating divorce in California when the other spouse does not live in the state. The California Courts has the power to grant a divorce, annulment, or legal separation if either party is domiciled in the state. Domicile is where a person lives and intends to remain. However, there…
By Fe Koons The spectacle of the musical play, “Karim at Jasmin” is its production design. The costumes stand out. The tragedy of the love story is unfortunate. Like the themes of such Broadway plays, “Les Miserables” and “Miss Saigon,” we see on stage the conflicts of revenge, suicide, life and war. The heartfelt and emotional singing of…
by Judith Graham KFF Health News What weighs most heavily on older adults’ minds when it comes to health care? The cost of services and therapies, and their ability to pay. “It’s on our minds a whole lot because of our age and because everything keeps getting more expensive,” said Connie Colyer, 68, of Pleasureville,…
Despite an overall decrease in the number of hate crimes reported in California, bias-motivated attacks against Muslims, Jews, and the LGBTQ community are on the rise in California, according to the 2023 Annual Hate Crimes report released by Attorney General Rob Bonta. In 2023, a total of 1,970 hate crimes were reported by law enforcement…
Manila, Philippines—Shoppedia is thrilled to announce the preview of its new and innovative platform, designed to elevate your shopping experience. Backed up with research and data, Shoppedia is confident to revolutionize your shopping experience. Shoppedia is a new ecommerce platform created to be the answer to the key issues faced by Filipino consumers and small-to-medium-sized…
Manila, Philippines—A brand new ecommerce business is here to re-invent your shopping experience. Shoppedia previewed its new platform through a thrilling event entitled ‘Shoppedia: Merchant’s Preview (Re-Imagine)’ that happened last June 28, 2024 held at The Heritage Hotel located in Pasay City. The event aimed to capture the attention of Filipinos, earn the trust of…
The Ronald McDonald Care mobile hosts the 10th annual Smarts & Smiles Back To School dental care fair Who: Ronald McDonald Care Mobile & Nevada Health Centers What: 10th Annual Smarts & Smiles Back to School Dental Care Fair When: Monday, July 8 through Friday, July 12; Appointments required – call 800.787.2568 Where: Ronald McDonald…
Las Vegas – Last June 20, Ronald McDonald House Charities (RMHC) of Greater Las Vegas cut the ribbon on their brand-new, “home away from home” for families with hospitalized children. More than 200 of RMHC’s donors, volunteers, community partners, and other supporters from turned out to witness this historic milestone for the Charity. Guests marveled…
SACRAMENTO – Governor Gavin Newsom on Tuesday, July 2 announced awards to 52 California counties to provide housing and supportive services to vulnerable young Californians transitioning into adulthood. “These grants are critical for helping to connect some of the most vulnerable Californians with access to housing. Many of these young adults don’t have the support…
Free online resource uses artificial intelligence technology to help public and private organizations SAN DIEGO – The City of San Diego’s Cyber Lab now offers a new web-based resource that employs artificial intelligence (AI) technology to help public and private organizations bolster their cyber security protection. Called “My eCISO” (CISO stands for Chief Information Security…
THE county’s Drug Disposal Pilot Program has reached a milestone by distributing more than 1,200 drug deactivating pouches. The county teamed up with physicians, dentists, and pharmacists to provide the bags to patients in Central and East County who are prescribed opioids after a medical or dental procedure. Patients were instructed to put any expired…
Fiesta Island provides 90-acres of space for visitors to enjoy with their four-legged friends SAN DIEGO – San Diegans love their furry friends and on Wednesday, July 3 a City of San Diego dog park has been named the best in the nation. USA Today’s 10 Best announced that Fiesta Island received their 2024 Readers’ Choice Award for…
COUNTY Supervisors unanimously adopted a new $8.53 billion budget for Fiscal Year 2024-25 during a board meeting on Tuesday, June 25. The budget took effect on Monday, July 1. The adopted budget shows an increase of $364.5 million or 4.5% from last year. The new budget also adds 84 employees for a total of 20,471.25…
SUMMER and even the fall months in San Diego County can bring extremely high temperatures that can be dangerous to people and pets. Excessive heat can spike body temperatures that can cause heatstroke, exhaustion, dizziness, nausea, confusion, headache and even death. Children and the elderly are particularly at risk. So, here are tips that can…
Boats, canoes, kayaks and float tubes will once again be allowed at the reservoir beginning July 6 SAN DIEGO – On-water activities will be available again at the City of San Diego’s Miramar Reservoir beginning Saturday, July 6, following the successful installation of a new underwater pipeline as part of the Pure Water Program. On-water recreational activities…
The US Open’s Fan Week is set to be bigger and better than ever this year, according to Nicole Kankam, Managing Director of Pro Tennis Marketing and Entertainment at the USTA. “We are so excited about Fan Week this year,” she told the Asian Journal. “It’s going to be bigger and better than ever. We’ve…
BEER and bone health Dietary silicon, which is found in beer, helps keep bone strong by improving the bone mineral density, a new report from the University of California, Davis, stated in the Journal of the Science of Food and Agriculture. The silicon content varies from beer to beer. After testing 100 commercial beers, the…
SUMMER is here, and many Californians are headed out to enjoy the warmer weather and wonders of the outdoors with friends and family. Before recreating outside, be sure to think about your impact and do your part to keep public lands clean to protect the natural ecosystems. Caltrans, Clean California, and California State Parks recommend…
SAN FRANCISCO – The Philippine Consulate General in San Francisco, represented by Vice Consul Adrian Baccay, attended the launch of “Inabel: Weaving Traditions of Ilocos and Abra,” an exhibit by Bay Area-based Filipino American organization The Hinabi Project, at Sentro Filipino in San Francisco on June 22, 2024. In his remarks, Vice Consul Baccay noted that The…
The Legacy Filipino Martial Arts (FMA) School marked Philippine Independence Day with a cultural gathering at Westlake School for the Performing Arts in Daly City on June 22, 2024. Vice Consul Adrian Baccay joined the celebration, and thanked Legacy FMA Founder Joseph Bautista for helping Filipino Americans connect with their ancestral roots through Filipino martial…
SACRAMENTO – With temperatures set to exceed 110 degrees throughout much of the state this week, Governor Gavin Newsom is urging Californians to take extra precautions as they celebrate the Fourth of July. The Governor directed the Office of Emergency Services to activate its State Operations Center and move into Phase II of its Extreme…
IN an inspiring journey of perseverance and hope, Citizen Pinoy shares the remarkable story of a family’s quest to achieve the American Dream. This episode highlights how a son, through dedication and love, repaid his parents’ sacrifices by helping them secure their future in the United States. However, this path was fraught with challenges. The…
DALY CITY – As part of the City of Daly City’s initiatives to combat Domestic Violence and Intimate Partner Abuse, the city has partnered with the nonprofit partner Community Overcoming Relationship Abuse (CORA) to offer “Speak Up,” a program that will educate the community on the signs of abuse. “Daly City has unfortunately experienced the loss…
Sponsored by JPMorgan Chase & Co. Anyone can be a victim of scams. They happen when scammers go after individuals of all ages, using tactics like phone calls, emails and messages to reel in unsuspecting victims to get to their money and personal information. Older adults are often key targets, it is important to stay…
