VIA Times – November 2017 Issue Vital News, Vibrant VIews for Asian Americans in Chicago & Midwest

By: Nancy Abiera   “For God hath not given us the spirit of fear; but of power, and of love, and of a sound mind.” 2 Timothy 1:7 When I was younger, I used to have lots of fear in ...

By: Rowena Ortac   Many of us are familiar with the expression, “failing to plan is planning to fail.” As an Agent with New York Life, I can assure you that—when it comes to financial goals and objectives—this old adage ...

By: Christian L, ChaCha M & Xavier D   Chicago—U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) Supervisory Immigration Services Officer Maribel Cabrera will administer the Oath of Allegiance to 58 children who are now citizens during a Halloween- themed citizenship ceremony at the ...

By: Joe Mauricio   Such is the Federal government’s power to establish new governing precedents, and mere Washington twitches can jeopardize principles and institutions. It is illustrated by a seemingly small but actually momentous provisions of the Republican tax bill ...

By: Joe Mauricio   SENTRO RIZAL is named in honor of Dr. Jose P. Rizal, Philippines’ National Hero. As a means of attaining its goal, the Commission on Filipinos Overseas has made use of digital media in disseminating Filipiniana spirit ...

By: Lou Maningas Cabalona   Chicago, Kansas City, Indianapolis, even Memphis would have been more convenient a drive. But, a year ago, when I was choosing the most ideal city to watch Bruno Mars Live for my sister, Lee, and ...

By: Veronica Leighton   What an exciting November month to be meeting new and old friends when we travelled to Scottsdale, Arizona last November 10 to 12, 2017, which turned out to be a work and pleasure trip. Regarding old ...

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By: Victoria Smith   When I am gone— no songs shall be sung, nor passionate speech extol this solitary life lived for others, buried and forgotten by all. Poet’s Notes. I’m reading M.M. Kaye’s epic novel, “The Far Pavilions”, at ...

By: Veronica Leighton   We have everything to say Salamat or Thank You on this celebrated Thanksgiving Day. First and foremost, we always thank God for being there, watching us, and leading us to the right and successful path in ...