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As Kabayan closes over Health Department violations, owner opens new location
By Cristina DC Pastor Kabayan Authentic Filipino Cuisine is addressing allegations it was closed down by the City for building and health violations. Owner Cherry Castellvi said Kabayan was temporarily closed because a ‘bakay kubo’ structure at the back of the restaurant was constructed without a building permit. Similarly, it had no permit to install […]
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Latest juvenile fiction from author Heidy Ramos
Bridgeport, N.Y. author Heidy Ramos announces the nationwide release of her new children’s book, “Whale Whale Go Away,” where she brings kids along on an adventure that teaches them about kindness and friendship. “Whale Whale Go Away” is a story of two cousins whose adventure on the beach turns into a rescue. They are both […]
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Political organizer Joe Montano, 47; Tim Kaine remembers his ‘tireless work ethic’
The Filipino American community, together with the state of Virginia, mourned the passing of political leader Joe Montano who died July 25 in his home in Falls Church. He was at 47. Born in Norfolk, Montano is survived by his parents, Lori and Jose Montano, his sister Amy Lopez and brother Ben. In a statement, […]
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‘The Pleasure of Being Served:’ The undocumented immigrant’s dilemma
By Cristina DC Pastor Time and again, one hears the archetypal narrative about the undocumented immigrant who is torn between principle and pragmatism. Michael Manese’s “The Pleasure of Being Served” is one such story. The 15-minute short film tells how undocumented housemaid Rosa must choose between continuing to work for her rakish boss and leaving. […]
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Would you pay cash to buy a home?
By Cristina DC Pastor “What are we, Russian?” The husband and I are in the market for a condo. Zillow is a delight to browse but also a surprise when we see listed houses specific on what they want: “cash sale only.” And that’s when we ask ourselves that question. Russians, Arabs, Chinese and other […]
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Loida Nicolas Lewis on meeting President Duterte: ‘He will not sell the PHL’
By Cristina DC Pastor “My impression has evolved. He’s not as bad as I thought he would be.” CEO and philanthropist Loida Nicolas Lewis shared her impression of President Rodrigo Duterte after meeting him for the first time. The chief campaigner among overseas Filipinos for former presidential candidate Mar Roxas came away from the encounter […]
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Phil Dizon: Balancing work, family life, and photography
By Cristina Dc Pastor Photography did not come to Phil Dizon in a dream. The muse he met as an exchange student in Colorado when he got hold of a borrowed camera. He pursued it all the way to UCLA where he met a Vogue photographer who would one day be his mentor. “In high […]
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Hillary Clinton and voting rights: ‘What’s there to be afraid of’
By Ludy Astraquillo Ongkeko, Ph.D. Long before she became the Democratic presidential choice, Hillary Clinton has strongly argued the importance of voting rights and how there should be no hindrance to how we exercise our right to vote. Very recent commencement speakers have scarcely touched on the forthcoming all-important November 8th elections. Basic facts and […]
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In “Ma’ Rosa,” Cannes Best Actress Jaclyn Jose plays a meth dealer with eloquence, warmth
By Joel David Brillante Ma. Mendoza’s “Ma’ Rosa” holds the distinction of being the second Filipino film to win at the Cannes Film Festival’s main competition. Even more impressive is the fact that the previous winner, “Kinatay” (2009), was also made by Mendoza, who won for direction. “Ma’ Rosa” copped a “lesser” prize (best actress […]