No senior citizen discount for travel tax
Dear PAO, My family traveled to Japan during the Holy Week. I was with my husband, our three-year-old daughter, and my parents, who are both senior citizens. Before our boarding passes were issued, the airline staff instructed me to pay the travel tax at a separate counter. I was shocked to learn that the total […]
A Georgian Feast Inspired by Niko Pirosmani’s Art
Rose Chalalai Singh traveled to Georgia to prepare a feast that called to mind the banquets depicted by Niko Pirosmani. Source link
How to Plan a Vacation With a Group (and Stay Friends)
An etiquette guide, with tips from seasoned trip organizers. Source link
A legitimated child cannot be relegated to illegitimate
Dear PAO, My daughter was born before my marriage to my wife, but she was legitimated as a consequence of our marriage. Unfortunately, as the years passed, we experienced a steep decline in our emotional connection. In one of our daily regular tiffs, she disclosed her intent to nullify our marriage. I also […]
Illegally dismissed probationary employees entitled to back wages from time compensation is withheld to actual reinstatement, or until finality of court’s decision
Dear PAO, I was a probationary employee in a call center company. On my 5th month, the Human Resource Manager (HRM) called me to her office and informed me that I will not be regularized and that my employment will be terminated. I was shocked as I was never late, and my evaluations during my […]
As Fire Videos Compete With Beach Photos, Greeks Who Rely on Tourism Are Worried
More than 1,500 people were evacuated when a fire broke out on the southeastern tip of Crete, most of them tourists. Source link
Management prerogative in transferring employees
Dear PAO, Five (5) years ago, I was assigned as a sales agent in Mandaluyong City. I was one of the top-performing sales agents in our company. However, just recently, my supervisor told me that there is a high possibility that I will be transferred to Calauan, Laguna, because the sales performance in that particular […]
Slurping Toward Nirvana on the Maine Oyster Trail
Savoring all things fresh and briny while on a mission to visit all four of Maine’s oyster regions in just one long weekend. Source link
Meet the Volunteers Who Help Keep U.S. National Parks and Public Lands Running
Here are six volunteers who make a difference at National Parks and other federal lands, from an 8-year-old who does the weeding to a retired rear admiral who keeps people — and animals — safe. Source link
Guides for the Perfect Summer: Outdoor Meals, Fashion Tips and More
A roundup of practical guides for the season, featuring tips for hosting, organizing a last-minute vacation and more. Source link