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? […]
Shoes Off. Laptops Out. Airport Tray Photo Shoot?
A new social media trend involves creatively arranging your TSA bins, and showing them off. Source link
Taxable income of a non-resident Filipino citizen
Dear PAO, My aunt, Shiela, has been a Filipino immigrant living in the United States of America for over 10 years. She is now retired and receives a monthly pension of $2,000. Occasionally, she returns to the Philippines for short stays. Using her pension, she purchased three condominium units in Quezon City, which she is […]
Boeing Workers Go on Strike: What to Know
Thousands of Boeing workers in Washington State and Oregon walked off the job on Friday in the first strike at the plane maker in 16 years. Source link
Islamophobia cannot justify noncompliance with Republic Act 9165
Dear PAO, My father, who is the breadwinner of the family, was arrested by the police for allegedly selling dangerous drugs. After the arrest, he was immediately brought to the barangay hall for the marking and inventory of the seized drugs. According to the police, it cannot be done at the place of arrest because […]