VIA Times – October 2014 Issue Vital News, Vibrant VIews for Asian Americans in Chicago & Midwest

By: Jovie Calma   “May the 4th be with you,” that was the famous line of the day amongst the photographers, models, designers, stylists and make up-artists who collaborated together for the “Steampunk Chronicle” photo shoot that was held on ...

By: Joe Mauricio   EBOLA is an agent of death that evokes a lot of fear and can result in societal disruption. There’s a reason why it’s considered a possible bio-terrorism agent. So any time you have outbreak cases in ...

By: Sarah Lee   Why is a plant-based diet better for you? Are supplements needed? How much protein does a human need and how can you get that protein from plant sources? Michael Donaldson, Ph.D. can answer these questions. Plus, ...

By: Victoria G. Smith   Why be ashamed of your Love, my Love? Why timid in showing courage? Has not my passion filled your cup, worthy of loyalty’s merit? The warmth of my lips you enjoy at will, why turn ...

By: Bob Boyer   September was a big news month for the Philippines, reflected in two of my favorite sources, “The New York Times” and “The Philippine Inquirer” on-line edition. First came the news of an attack by Syrian insurgents ...

By: Maria Girlie Pascual   The drive to Meyer’s Castle in Dyer, Indiana was a quick one, 45 minutes from downtown Chicago. The air was a little nippy and fall was definitely not far behind. At the famous landmark where ...

By: Robert Gard   U.S. Customs and Border Protection (“CBP”) Dealing With Growing Pains, a Culture of Impunity and a Lack of Accountability U.S. Customs and Border Protection (“CBP”) has announced that it will accept applications for CBP officer positions ...

By: Veronica Leighton   Indeed it was an honor to receive the award and a humbling experience to be with such accomplished Filipino-Americans and Friends of Filipinos. This is a beginning of another journey to continue to make a difference. ...

By: Ramon Lazaro   Pretty CPRTV stars modeling elegant Akira clothes in a mini-fashion show during the program presentation, from left, Neneth Miranda, Alicia Monk, Jovie Calma, Karla Maglantay and Elsa Castillo. Sharing the Magic of the Night are fashion ...

By: James DC   Noodle!! Noodle!! Noodle!! Manny Pacquiao sa Deal or No Deal ============================================= Sa Las Vegas, Waiter: May I take your order, Madam? Aling Dionisia: Soup Waiter: Chicken, asparagus, noodle, fish or soup of the day? Aling Dionisia: ...