What to Know About Flights to Venezuela After Devastating Earthquakes
Six days after powerful back-to-back earthquakes, air travel in and out of the country remains severely restricted. Source link
Is it legal to impose forced leaves on employees?
Dear PAO, I am employed as a factory worker at a manufacturing plant located in Balagtas, Bulacan. Last month, all employees were informed of management’s decision to streamline the company’s operation due to low market demand. We were told that some of us would be placed on forced leave and a work rotation for two […]
Bed-and-Breakfasts Vs. Airbnb
Traditional bed-and-breakfast inns are doubling down on unique décor, personalized service and flexible policies, as they seek to distinguish themselves from vacation rentals. Source link
Mere presence in casinos a ground for disciplinary action against government employees?
Dear PAO, I am a local government employee. My cousin, who is getting married next month, wants to hold his bachelor party at one of Manila’s top casinos. I am aware of the prohibition against gambling by government officials and employees, and I am just wondering whether the prohibition still applies even if I merely […]
The Ancient Uzbeki City That’s New Again
Once a trade hub on the Silk Roads, Bukhara is now known for its medieval Islamic architecture — and increasingly as a place for contemporary art and culture. Source link
How Much Have Airfares Risen With High Jet Fuel Costs?
While prices are up overall, there’s a surprising pattern depending on your destination. Source link
White House Releases Images of the Trump ‘Patriot Passport’
The State Department said it planned to release 40,000 U.S. passports featuring an image of the president to commemorate the United States’ 250th anniversary. Source link
The right of the accused to examine supporting documents of a search warrant
Dear PAO, My father was arrested based on a search warrant, but the court refused to give us copies of the documents and evidence that were used to get the warrant to protect the identities of the confidential informants and police witnesses. Doesn’t my father have the right to see those documents so he can […]
6 Travel Podcasts to Inspire Your Next Trip
These shows offer a mix of evocative travelogues, practical tips, and expert recommendations for destinations across the globe. Source link
Can an imprisoned lawyer continue to practice law?
Dear PAO, My lawyer-cousin is handling my case pro bono. However, he was imprisoned because he is an accused in a criminal case. I cannot afford to hire a lawyer. Can I ask the court to temporarily release him during the scheduled trial dates? Mayach Dear Mayach, No, you cannot ask the court to temporarily […]