[COLUMN] Five benefits of establishing a revocable living trust
There is never the perfect time to think about who you would like to inherit from your estate in case you pass away or at least who among your closest…
[COLUMN] Is bankruptcy the solution to your debt problems?
Are you being harassed by your creditors all the time due to unpaid bills? If you are, you know how stressful that can be. You may feel scared, angry, or…
Have I told you lately that I love you — and how to avoid scams?
VALENTINE’S Day just passed. Maybe you sent a card to your grandmother, grandfather, or the older adult in your life. But if you haven’t told them lately that you love…
Making public transit safer: A ‘massive intersection of crises’
The rash of hate crimes, growing numbers of homeless and mentally ill, and a lack of trust in law enforcement have led to more unsafe conditions on public transit.People don’t…
UERM-MAASC performs humanitarian medical missions in Bangued, Abra
After two devastating earthquakes centered in the region of Abra, residents needed some relief. About forty doctors, nurses, and paramedical personnel mostly from Los Angeles, California and belonging mostly to…
US senators say health worker shortages ripe for bipartisan compromise
Senators are eying the growing shortage of health care workers in the United States as one of the few problems where there is room for bipartisan solutions, even in a…
Atty. Gurfinkel answers immigration questions from Kapamilya in Las Vegas on Citizen Pinoy
IN this encore episode, leading U.S. Immigration Atty. Michael J. Gurfinkel and the Citizen Pinoy team went to Radiant Beauty Skincare Med Spa, a skincare clinic co-founded by husband-and-wife team…
Consulate welcomes Fil-Am community at General Assembly
The Philippine Consulate General in New York hosted its 9th Filipino-American Community General Assembly on Saturday, February 18, 2023 at the Kalayaan Hall of the Philippine Center. The General Assembly is…
[COLUMN] Growing old is a privilege
QUITE often, people complain about growing old. They say they hate getting up there in age and living with wrinkles all over, deformed fingers, with the aches and pain of…
ConGen Ferrer calls on San Francisco’s new Chief of Protocol
SAN FRANCISCO – Philippine Consul General in San Francisco Neil Ferrer paid a courtesy call on San Francisco’s new Chief of Protocol Maryam Muduroglu at the San Francisco City Hall…
In California, Democrats propose $25 minimum wage for health workers
SACRAMENTO — Union-aligned Democrats were set to introduce legislation on Wednesday, February 15 mandating a statewide $25 minimum wage for health workers and support staffers, likely setting up a pitched…
Combatting lasting COVID-19 disinformation
Los Angeles — Bridging information gaps through setting up effective digital media monitoring platforms for journalists is crucial in minimizing if not eradicating the spread of mis- and disinformation on…
‘Love… in Other Words’: Legendary Filipino crooner Jose Mari Chan and The CompanY return to Los Angeles
VALENTINE’S Day has come and gone…but love is here to stay. Lovers all across Southern California now have the opportunity to see world-renowned Filipino singer and entertainer Jose Mari Chan…
1,500 see action in Philippine Airlines Interclub
More than 1,500 players representing 178 squads will converge next week for the 74th Philippine Airlines Interclub golf team championships in Cebu City. National flag carrier Philippine Airlines is the…
[COLUMN] Misclassification as independent contractors can be costly to employees and employers
$75 million employer payout for class of insurance agents Irene Parry and Jeanette O’Sullivan worked as captive insurance agents for Farmers. They sold insurance products in California on behalf of…
[COLUMN] Debtor with $70K credit cards but good income needs Chapter 13 relief
THE debtor who is 50 has accumulated credit card debt at the rate of $6,000 a year for the last 20 years. Now, he owes $70,000 in credit cards. He…
Marco Polo Cebu Introduces new Hai Shin Lou Chef
Marco Polo Plaza Cebu is proud to welcome Chef Kenny Yong Tze Hin as their newly appointed Chinese Executive Chef. Coming from over 20 years of experience at the helm…
‘The country is watching’: California homeless crisis looms as Governor Newsom eyes political future
SACRAMENTO — Driving through the industrial outskirts of Sacramento, a stretch of warehouses, wholesale suppliers, truck centers, and auto repair shops northeast of downtown, it’s hard to square California’s $18…
County to fund millions toward affordable housing
ON February 7, the San Diego County Board of Supervisors unanimously approved recommendations that will allow the county’s Housing and Community Development Services (HCDS) to leverage millions of dollars in…
San Diego invites residents to share opinions on housing policy reforms
Mayor Gloria’s second housing action package aims to produce more homes that all San Diegans can afford SAN DIEGO – To continue creating opportunities to build more homes for all…
City of San Diego creates more opportunities for new home construction
Sustainable development areas will redefine geographic boundaries for some local housing incentive programs SAN DIEGO – On Tuesday, February 14 the San Diego City Council adopted updates to the city’s…
City of San Diego offers grant funding for artists to help increase awareness of regional issues
Program funds available for artists and cultural practitioners throughout San Diego and Imperial counties SAN DIEGO – The City of San Diego and its regional partners have released a new grant opportunity…
882 soccer teams to participate in 2023 Las Vegas Mayor’s Cup International Soccer Showcase
Public welcome to attend games, free spectator admission The Las Vegas Mayor’s Cup International Showcase is back for the 15th year as one of the largest international youth soccer tournaments….
Find your new sweetheart at the county shelter
VALENTINE’S Day is not just about romantic love, it’s also about sharing affection and showing how you care for others. So, who’s to say your sweetheart can’t be furry? The…
