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Hospitals fear higher visa fees will deepen nurse shortage

Supreme Court allows Sandiganbayan to proceed with Estrada graft case

Charlie Kirk murder suspect cleared to wear civilian clothes in court while still restrained

TikTok transaction scheduled for Thursday, Bessent announces

N.Y. Attorney General Letitia James to enter not guilty plea in fraud case

Houston could finally see real rain — but with a weekend flood threat

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Houston Council greenlights $16 million homeless center amid neighborhood opposition

The Houston City Council has greenlit a $16 million homeless “superhub” in East Downtown, drawing praise from officials and criticism from local residents. The facility will repurpose a former shelter to provide resources for the homeless, with plans to open by early 2026.

Marcos mandates reduced spending on road, hospital projects

President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. has ordered government agencies to lower construction costs for infrastructure projects, including classrooms, hospitals, and farm-to-market roads, to curb corruption and improve resource management. The initiative aims for cost reductions by 2026 while ensuring quality and efficiency in public spending.

PACCTX gala shines spotlight on Filipino American excellence

Filipino American community leaders, business professionals, and public officials gathered Friday night at the Kalahari Resorts & Conventions in Round Rock for the highly anticipated Philippine American Chamber of Commerce of Texas (PACCTX) “Legends and Leaders Gala” — a formal celebration highlighting the achievements and contributions of Filipino Americans across Texas.

PH Consulate joins PACCTX Annual Gala, reaffirms support for Fil-Am businesses

The Philippine Consulate General was officially represented at the Philippine-American Chamber of Commerce of Texas (PACCTX) Annual Gala and Leadership Conference through Vice Consul Tanya Gaurano.

Supreme Court orders DepEd to vacate Cagayan property, favors original landowner

The Supreme Court has directed the Department of Education to vacate a Cagayan lot, affirming the legal claim of Princess Joama Caleda. Despite the DepEd’s arguments about public use and eminent domain, the court sided with Caleda, highlighting a lack of evidence for ownership transfer. The decision underscores the legal processes surrounding land …

Marcos mandates reduced spending on road, hospital projects

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Community Lens by Orly Dizon, Esq.

A cautionary tale for business owners: businessman convicted of Tax Evasion and filing false Tax Returns

by Orlando R. Dizon, LAWIN.news

Concealing income is never a sustainable solution and can lead to life-altering consequences. Responsible tax compliance protects your business’s reputation and future. If you have …

Legal Treats with Atty. Aileen Dizon

Your sponsor passed away, what happens to your petition now?

by Aileen Ligot Dizon, LAWIN.news

When a U.S. petitioner dies, the beneficiary’s immigration route can suddenly collapse. The law automatically revokes the immigrant petition at the petitioner’s death, stopping a …

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Be Bold Spotlight: Mary An Rivera — grace, grit, and the miracle of motherhood

by MJ Concepcion, LAWIN.news

Now, representing Texas in the prestigious Ginang Filipinas America National Pageant 2025, Mary An is redefining what pageantry truly means. For her, it’s not just …