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Edmund M. Silvestre

 

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Veteran succumbs awaiting lump sum payment from U.S.

 

 

VIDEO :: During World War II, over 250,000 Filipino soldiers fought side by side with American soldiers in an effort to end the war. In return, they were promised full benefits and equal veteran status just like their American counterparts. more>

Despite scandal, Filipino nurses’ world-class reputation intact

"It's actually a major concern within the Philippine Nurses Association in America (PNAA)," disclosed Wilhelmina Manzano, 48, herself a member of PNAA New York. "They're worried about what impressions people would have about the competency or integrity of Filipino nurses." more>

Filipino-American traders hit hard by blackout in Queens

Filipino restaurants and businesses lost thousands of dollars in sales during the July 17th through 24th power outage in Queens. Many owners are fuming about the fact that they are only eligible to receive up to $7,000 from Con Ed for their perishable goods. more>

Dozens cast absentee votes for Filipino president

The Philippine Commission on Elections predicts a 300,000 voter turnout of Filipinos overseas, which could provide the swing vote to decide the country’s next president. more>

Nanny may be jailed in death of ward

Filipina babysitters and the Committee Against Anti-Asian Violence are trying to solve the mystery of a Filipino nanny who was reportedly thrown in jail after the death of her ward who fell onto concrete in a Manhattan playground. Her whereabouts are still unknown. more>