Alaska in Winter: A Playground of Ice and Snow
Juneau, a popular cruise port in summer, becomes a deal-seeker’s base for skiing, skating, hiking and glacier-gazing in winter. Source link
Guarantor’s rights and obligations | The Manila Times

Dear PAO, I am currently burdened with numerous bills, so I am contemplating obtaining a loan from my officemate’s lending business, payable at a certain date. I have a house and lot, and I am considering constituting it as a real estate mortgage to serve as collateral for the payment of my loan. Upon learning […]
Encountering Italy and Germany on a Road Trip Through Southern Brazil
A road trip through Brazil’s Rio Grande do Sul state leads to German and Italian cuisine, dialects and a surprising number of music festivals. Source link
Twin notice rule in terminating an employee

Dear PAO, For several months, I noticed a discrepancy in our inventory and store sales. This prompted me to install a CCTV in my store. While reviewing the CCTV footage, I noticed one of my employees entering the store premises at night, taking several boxes from our supply section. Because of my dismay, I immediately […]
‘The Interview’: Rick Steves Refuses to Get Cynical About the World
The guidebook writer and television personality reflects on his cancer diagnosis, social media’s corrosive effect on tourism and the transformative power of travel. Source link
Gender-Based Streets and Public Spaces Sexual Harassment

Dear PAO, Last week, while I was walking alone along Timog Avenue, Quezon City, a man who was seated alone on a bench whistled at me, called my attention, and said, while staring at my chest, “Miss sexy, that is gorgeously big and heavy.” As I walked past him, I was astounded when he suddenly […]
The Under-the-Radar Filipino Island That Evokes 1970s Bali
A guide to Siargao, a surf spot turned luxury escape, with insider tips on where to find powdery beaches and coconut slushies. Source link
Independent civil action not affected by dismissal of criminal case

Dear PAO, My son was hit by a car, and he was admitted to a hospital because of the serious injuries he sustained. A corresponding criminal case was filed against the car driver. Unfortunately, the accused was acquitted. The court found that the accused did not commit the offense charged. A friend convinced me to […]
Read Your Way Around Chicago
Chicago is a city of bookish abundance, home to countless literary giants past and present. The author Rebecca Makkai recommends works that capture its spirit. Source link
Nuances on the IRR regarding service charges

Dear PAO, I am a massage therapist, but I stopped working for about two years to take care of my now two-year-old son. It was only recently that I was hired by an agency, and I am assigned to work at a massage clinic in our province. According to my co-therapists, the clinic stopped hiring […]