Valarie D’Elia, Travel Reporter on TV and Radio, Dies at 64
She steered vacationers and business travelers to choice destinations, talked about the best deals, and offered up savvy tips on how to avoid vexation. Source link
Illegitimate child’s birth certificate | The Manila Times
Dear PAO, The father of my children executed an affidavit acknowledging his paternity and registered their births without my knowledge and consent. As a result, the birth certificates of my children do not contain my signature. Since we are not married, can I have those birth certificates canceled? Rita Dear Rita, Article 176 of the […]
A Guide to London’s Most Distinctive Shops
Sure, you can hit Harrods. But the British capital also has small specialized shops, some centuries old and still crafting items by hand. Here, a selection of singular shopping experiences. Source link
Heirs are not liable for their parents’ debts
Dear PAO, In 2019, my mother borrowed P500,000, evidenced by a contract of loan. Unfortunately, she died before she could fully pay. She was only able to pay P100,000. She did not leave any property nor any money for us to inherit. The creditor is arguing that my sister and I should pay the remaining […]
7 Places for Autumn Foliage That Aren’t in New England
As autumn sweeps in, where will you go to get your fix of fiery golds and reds? This could be the year to try Michigan or Oregon instead of Massachusetts. Source link
Burden of proof when accident is used as defense
Dear PAO, My uncle was deeply asleep on his swing chair outside his house when a creditor arrived to demand payment. Startled and awakened by the victim’s hands that touched him, my uncle, who was a former soldier, instinctively but unconsciously threw a punch to the creditor, which caused the latter to fall to his […]
How to Plan a Knitting Vacation in Iceland
In a country with more sheep than people, a D.I.Y. wool journey — from sheep farms to yarn shops — makes perfect sense. Our writer brushes up on her knitting on a driving trip from Reykjavik. Source link
The importance of autopsy in establishing cause of death when outcome differs from intent
Dear PAO, My brother had a heated argument with our elderly neighbor over the noise from his music room. In the incident, my brother uttered words such as, “Matanda ka na pero hindi ka pa rin marunong makipagkapwa-tao.” Moreover, out of anger due to the relentless and aggressive words coming from the elderly neighbor, my […]
Stranded in the CrowdStrike Meltdown: ‘No Hotel, No Food, No Assistance’
Airlines pledged assistance, refunds and reimbursements to passengers whose travel had been disrupted by this summer’s software outage. Instead, passengers told us, they were on their own. Source link
Kasambahay pre-employment requirements | The Manila Times
Dear PAO, I am applying for a job as a kasambahay with a prospective employer. After our initial meeting, I was asked to complete pre-employment requirements, such as a medical certificate, police clearance and birth certificate. However, I am worried because I do not have the money to secure these requirements. Are these documents required? […]