Government program supporting young musical artists
Dear PAO, I am a senior citizen and former public servant retiring here in the Philippines after years of being abroad. Since my return, I’ve noticed the diversity and immense talent in the local music scene, especially among the younger generation, like that of my grandson. Seeing their talent and potential, I wonder if there […]
A Pioneer in Metal Furniture Gets a New Exhibition
Plus: a seaside hotel in France, a book celebrating Atelier Vime and more recommendations from T Magazine. Source link
DNA testing as a way of determining paternity
Dear PAO, The biological father of my child refuses to recognize our child as his own. He, likewise, refuses to provide for support despite repeated demands. I challenged him to undergo a DNA testing to determine whether he is the father of my child or not, but he refuses arguing that he cannot be compelled […]
Big Sur Weighs Tourism Against Its Environmental Impact
Some 90 percent of the economy in this coastal California region relies on visitors. But overtourism, the high cost of living and most worrisome, the effects of global warming, create a future of uncertainty. Source link
Guidelines in the conduct of physical inventory of seized drugs
Dear PAO,My friend Jess was arrested in the act of selling prohibited drugs. One bystander who saw the incident relayed to me that when Jess was placed under arrest, the arresting officer took the prohibited drugs from the hand of Jess and immediately placed them inside his pocket. The other officer at the scene handcuffed […]
A New Age Skeptic Visits Sedona
On a trip to the Arizona town a writer tries to understand her mystically inclined mother’s beliefs with the help of crystals, meditation and visits to the area’s supposed celestial portals. Source link
Interest on loan should be in writing
Dear PAO, I loaned my neighbor P200,000, payable within six months. We also verbally agreed that there would be an interest of 1 percent per month. After six months, I demanded payment of both the principal loan and the interest that we agreed upon. However, she refused to pay the interest, saying she would only […]
Fear of Flying? Here’s How to Make Plane Rides Less Scary.
Fear of flying affects more than 25 million Americans. If you are among them, these tools and expert tips could help make your next plane ride easier. Source link
Environmental Compliance Certificate is not a permit to operate
Dear PAO, My sister, an overseas Filipino worker, is planning to build a resort on her property. She is aware of the various environmental regulations and permits we need to secure. One important requirement relayed to us is the Environmental Compliance Certificate (ECC), which we are willing to comply. Since my sister will be investing […]
Lufthansa Fined $4 Million for Stopping Jewish Passengers From Boarding Plane
The Transportation Department handed out a record fine after the airline prevented 128 travelers from making a connecting flight in 2022. Source link