Tag: Holidays
DOF: Profitable hotels should pay income tax
MANILA, May 22 (Mabuhay) — There is no need to grant an Income Tax Holiday (ITH) incentive to hotels and resorts in the country’s hottest tourist destinations, Finance Secretary Cesar Purisima said in response to the open letter to the president of the Philippine Hotel Federation, Inc. (PHFI). “Income tax holidays for already very profitable [...]
DOH to consider fireworks ban even as total fireworks-related injuries decreased by 33%
The Department of Health (DOH) is considering a ban on individual use of fireworks/firecrackers if injuries continue to rise during the holiday season despite its all-out efforts. From 21-26 December, there were a total of 72 fireworks-related injuries. Of this number, 71 were due to fireworks and one stray bullet case. The number of cases [...]
Balita Media announces the winners of the “Free Trip for 2 to the Philippines” raffle contest
On December 20th, Balita Media Inc. held its annual raffle contest on LA-18’s Kababayan LA, hosted by Janelle So with guest, Joy Marino from Balita Media. The raffle contest gave away ten consolation prizes and a grand prize, which includes two round-trip tickets to the Philippines courtesy of Balita Media and Philippine Airlines and a [...]
PH CONSULATE HOLIDAY NOTICE – JANUARY 2013
Los Angeles, 20 November 2012 – The Philippine Consulate General in Los Angeles will be closed on the following holidays: Date (Day) Holiday 1 January 2013 (Tuesday) New Year’s Day 21 January 2013 (Monday) Martin Luther King Day Regular consular services will resume on the next business day: 2 January 2013 and 22 January 2013, [...]
Richard, Maricar still adjusting to relationship
Crooner Richard Poon admitted that he’s still adjusting to having girlfriend, actress Maricar Reyes, as he tries to set up his priorities. Poon made the statement after he was asked how he and Reyes plan to celebrate Christmas. The singer said he might not be able to celebrate Christmas with Reyes, who is set to [...]
Holiday happenings at Eagle Rock Plaza
Los Angeles, California, November 20, 2012 – The holiday season has arrived at Eagle Rock Plaza. Shoppers are invited to celebrate the return of Santa, enjoy holiday happy hour sales and more. Santa Arrival: Friday, November 23rd, 12 pm Join us in Center Court as we welcome Santa back to the Plaza! Santa will be [...]
Stay Safe While Preparing for and Celebrating the Holidays Southern California Edison Offers Tips to Avoid Injuries and Fire Hazards
ROSEMEAD, Calif., — As store shelves fill up with holiday lights and decorations, families and friends are preparing to celebrate the festive season. And as they get together to celebrate, Southern California Edison (SCE) has a simple message: don’t let potential fire hazards such as frayed cords and unsafe conditions like broken lights ruin the festivities. “During the holiday season, it’s easy [...]
PH CONSULATE HOLIDAY NOTICE – 12, 22 & 30 NOVEMBER 2012
Los Angeles, 31 October 2012 – The Philippine Consulate General in Los Angeles will be closed on the following holidays: Date (Day) Holiday 12 November 2012 (Monday) Veterans Day (U.S. Holiday) 22 November 2012 (Thursday) Thanksgiving Day (U.S. Holiday) 30 November 2012 (Friday) Bonifacio Day (PHL Holiday) [...]
