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Pope Leo XIV: No tolerance for abuse in the Catholic Church

My First Visit to the Windy City

Worker shortages rise as ICE raids rattle businesses

Judge bars Texas AG from enforcing reporting rules for city prosecutors

Palace liaison to Congress among trio Marcos dismisses

U.S. welcomes foreign students back—with social media checks

Meta tried to lure OpenAI staff with $100M bonuses, says CEO Sam Altman

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Online child predators caught: 18 arrested in Texas sting

Texas law enforcement agencies have arrested 18 individuals following a sting operation targeting online child predators. The operation emphasizes the ongoing efforts to protect minors from online exploitation.

191 Filipinos in Israel express desire to return home

The Philippine Department of Foreign Affairs reports that 191 Filipinos in Israel are seeking repatriation amid rising tensions with Iran. The DFA has raised Alert Level 3 and is coordinating to ensure their safe return while advising caution to those remaining in the region.

Fil-Am community unites in Grand Prairie to honor Philippine Independence Day

Thousands of Filipino Americans and local residents gathered at Asia Times Square on Sunday, June 1, to celebrate Philippine Independence Day—marking one of the largest cultural events ever held by the North Texas Filipino community.

Houston’s Philippine Consulate celebrates 127 years of Philippine independence

The Philippine Consulate General in Houston commemorated the 127th anniversary of the proclamation of Philippine Independence by supporting and participating in a dinner reception organized in partnership with the Philippine Kalayaan Houston (PKH), led by its Chairman, Dr. Clemente Logronio, Jr.

SC: Online ‘Sweetheart’ Guilty of Rape and Qualified Trafficking for Sexual Exploitation of Minor

In a Decision written by Associate Justice Antonio T. Kho, Jr., the SC En Banc found a 68-year-old foreigner guilty of rape and qualified trafficking in persons for sexually exploiting a minor. The SC held that the foreigner forced the victim to go to his apartment to engage in sexual acts in exchange for money …

191 Filipinos in Israel express desire to return home

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Community Lens by Orly Dizon, Esq.

Mailing Tax Returns by Due Date Isn’t Enough to Avoid Penalties, Tax Court Decision in Zaimes v. Commissioner of IRS

by Orlando R. Dizon, LAWIN.news

Zaimes v. Commissioner of IRS underscores the importance of understanding IRS mailing rules and deadlines to avoid unexpected penalties.

Legal Treats with Atty. Aileen Dizon

My First Visit to the Windy City

by Aileen Ligot Dizon, LAWIN.news

Last weekend, I had the chance to visit downtown Chicago for the first time. As a lawyer who usually spends most days buried in case …

Be Bold Corner with MJ Concepcion

Leading with Passion: The Inspiring Journey of Consul Gilbert Segarra

by MJ Concepcion, LAWIN.news

In this inspiring conversation, ‘Be Bold. Why Not?’, hosted by MJ Concepcion, delved into the stories and insights of remarkable leaders who embody the ethos …

Movers & Shakers by Neska Centina

A leap of love from Southeast Asia to Southeast Texas—creating opportunities, connecting communities

by Neska Centina, LAWIN.news

Meet Vincent Jasper Cauilan — or simply “Japs” to those who know him. A registered nurse by education, a sales and digital marketing professional by …