Premature dismissal entitles employee to backwages
Dear PAO, My mom works in the government. Unfortunately, a few years back, she was subjected to unfounded charges of dishonesty. During the administrative case, she was initially found liable by the CSC Regional Office and was penalized with dismissal. During the pendency of her appeal, her office immediately removed her from her position, allegedly […]
Cruising the Mediterranean (and Saving Money) in Winter
Overtourism and summer heat have increased the allure of off-season travel in Europe, and the cruise industry is taking note with more winter itineraries. Added bonus: cheaper fares. Source link
Robbery is consummated the moment a property is unlawfully taken
Dear PAO, Is the crime of robbery still committed if the alleged robbers were not able to completely take away the property that was the subject of the supposed robbery? R was charged with robbery but, according to him, there is no crime of robbery because he was not able to really take the purse […]
Santa Fe’s Secret to Happiness: The Annual Burning of Zozobra
Every year, Santa Fe incinerates a giant puppet of Zozobra — a ritual meant to purge anxiety and promote a reset. Source link
Can bystander who stood and did nothing to help victim be charged for the crime?
Dear PAO, Can a bystander be held liable as a co-conspirator in a crime? I saw on the news that a man, Z, will also be charged for killing X. It appears that W and Y are the ones who attacked X, which caused the latter’s death. Z did not take part in the actual […]
Read Your Way Through Shanghai
Shanghai straddles the past and the future, a dizzying prism of many histories and cultures. The poet Sally Wen Mao shares books that illuminate this cosmopolitan city. Source link
After the Election, Interest in Digital Nomad Visas and Moving Abroad Is Rising
Google searches for “best countries to move to” peaked immediately after the election. Here’s what you need to know about digital nomad visas. Source link
Pets in public transportation | The Manila Times
Dear PAO, I recently purchased a puppy as a birthday present for myself. I am planning to travel to my hometown in the South using bus, and I plan to bring her with me. Am I allowed to bring my puppy on public transportation? Jayson Dear Jayson, Yes, you are allowed to bring your pet […]
A New Farm-to-Table Restaurant in Upstate New York
Plus: an Australian surf hotel, rubber sculptures and more recommendations from T Magazine. Source link
Service charge | The Manila Times
Dear PAO, We have a long-standing dispute at the restaurant where I am currently employed regarding the distribution of service charges among employees. Is there any rule on the proper distribution of the collected service charges in an establishment? Can the management legally claim a share of the service charges collected from the customers? Royale […]