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Former conjoined twins return to Corpus Christi a decade after life-changing surgery

Erling Haaland channels Joker for Halloween surprise in Manchester

Flight delays worsen as air traffic controller shortage deepens during shutdown

Federal judges order Trump administration to use contingency funds to maintain SNAP payments during shutdown

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander’s home targeted in reported break-in

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New Texas laws target squatters, streamline evictions

Texas has implemented two new laws designed to stop squatters and expedite the eviction process, empowering property owners and impacting renters. These laws aim to enhance property rights while sparking discussion on tenant protections.

Senate may detain Curlee Discaya, 3 others for up to 3 years, says Lacson

Senate President Pro Tempore Panfilo Lacson announced that four individuals involved in a flood control projects scandal could face up to three years in Senate detention for alleged false testimonies. The individuals, including contractor Pacifico “Curlee” Discaya, and three former DPWH engineers, have been cited …

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.

Philippine Consulate partners with FANHSTX for Rice University discussion on migration

The Philippine Consulate General in Houston and the Filipino American National Historical Society – Houston Chapter (FANHSTX) organized a talk titled “Lakbay: Filipino American Migration in South Central America” at Rice University’s Fondren Library.

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 …

Senate may detain Curlee Discaya, 3 others for up to 3 years, says Lacson

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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 …