Junmar Bernardo “Totoy” Jose March 31, 1981 ~ Dec. 28, 2024

January 1, 2025

Obituaries

Junmar Bernardo” Totoy” Jose peacefully joined His creator on Dec. 28,2024. He was survived by his wife, Rovelyn, and children namely RR,JR,roviel and kylo. Born on March 31,1981, he was just 43 when he succumbed to death. He was our dear errand boy,our go-to-guy,our do-it-all jack of all trades. He is a big loss to […]

New Year’s Resolutions: Make Or Break?

January 1, 2025

Veronica Leighton

By: Veronica Leighton   As I have mentioned in Publisher’s Notes on page 4 regarding New Year’s resolutions that get broken or result in unfulfillment after gyms fill up, people would stay off from booze, sugar, and eating out, after a few months into the new year, we dig up the reasons why. What are […]

Bill Clinton Lashes Out At NBC Host

January 1, 2025

Headliner News

Bill Clinton, the former U.S. President, addressed his contentious 2018 interview with NBC’s Craig Melvin in his upcoming memoir “Citizen.” The interview, which Clinton admits was not his finest moment, saw him fielding questions about his past affair with Monica Lewinsky. The 2018 interview was originally planned to promote a jointly authored book by Clinton […]

Bring Hope to Afghan Children — Join the Every Connection Heals Campaign!

January 1, 2025

Bata Korner

In Afghanistan, where families are often uprooted by conflict, hope can feel distant. Yet through the Every Connection Heals campaign, Play for Peace is helping to bring moments of joy and connection to children in need. Recently, a unique workshop connected two distant rooms—one in Herat, the other in Kabul. Through glowing screens, Afghan teachers […]

From the Readers

January 1, 2025

From the Readers

Thanks to Via Times Christmas Party Thank you for having me to the Via Times Christmas party, Ninang! Wishing you more happiness, and more Blessings in the coming years! Congratulations, Via Times! It’s an honor to be part of this amazing team! RJ Turija Dear Vero, December 29, 2024 – It was a fabulous Post […]

Three Questions About Social Security That Can Help You Plan Your Retirement

January 1, 2025

Doug Nguyen

By: Doug Nguyen   Social Security benefits are part of the retirement plan of many American workers. If you’re among the many people paying Social Security taxes, you should get an estimate of what your future benefit may be. Our retirement webpage at www.ssa.gov/retirement is a great place to start mapping out your retirement plan. […]

GOODBYE 2024…that’s a wrap!

January 1, 2025

Fun Baking and Cooking

By: Sarah   Cheers to a new year my friends, As they always remind us, new year, new beginnings, another chance for us to get things right and welcome with excitement the possibilities of a better year. My 2024 wasn’t at all bad, it was definitely both fun-filled and laden with responsibilities. So happy to […]

A Miracle For All Seasons

January 1, 2025

Lourdes G. Mon

By: Lourdes G. Mon   Ivery much believe, sincerely and personally, that prayer is an integral part of our lives. God listens to our individual predicaments. My survival and pretty quick recovery from my stroke are indicative that God is present at all times in my life. I am not a very spiritual person; however, […]

2025 Year of ‘Favor’ (Not Labor)

January 1, 2025

Nancy Abiera

By: Nancy Abiera   My children, do not forget my law, but let your heart keep my commands; for length of days and long life and peace they will add to you. Let not mercy and truth forsake you; bind them around your neck, write them on the tablet of your heart, and so find […]

Survey of best states to live places Illinois near bottom

January 1, 2025

Headliner News

A real estate company has released the results of a survey of the best states to live in and Illinois is not one of them. Clever Real Estate asked 1,000 Americans to rate the U.S. states on nine quality-of-life metrics. Each respondent answered 25 questions related to where they live, which states they prefer. Researcher […]

Ginalene Lopez, BSN, RN PNAGC President 2023 – 2024

January 1, 2025

Club President Feature/Story

By: Ryan Tejero   Philippine Nurses Association of Greater Chicago (PNAGC) is nonprofit organization composed of nurses founded in 2019. The organization comprises of licensed professional nurses in Illinois that promote diversity, unity, innovations and inspires other nurses to achieve the organization’s mission. PNAGC’s heart and soul is the scholarship program that provides financial grants […]

UST Medical Association of the Midwest New Year’s Eve Fundraising Event

January 1, 2025

Press Release

December 31, 2024 – Chicago Marriott Naperville Mrs. Evelyn Francia singing the Pambansang Awit Bayang Magiliw. Husband & wife Jon & Marilyn Hinton sang the Star Spangled Banner. Special dance waltz presentation by UST alumnus Dr. Phoebe Tan & international dancer Domas Vaitkus. Guest singer Mr. Pete Sotomil Celebrity Nick Vera Perez was the guest […]

PESO 51st Anniversary Gala, Recognition of Outstanding Engineer & Presentation of PESO Teen/Little Princesses & Princes 2024

January 1, 2025

About Our Cover

Theme: Celebrating Teamwork and the Spirit of Giving In Engineering Excellence November 23, 2024 Hyatt Regency O’Hare Rosemont, USA Pacheco & Ocampo Families Alido Family PESO Princesses & Princes 2024 L-R(FRONT) PESO Little Princesses & Princes 2024: Princess Portlynn Grace Velasquez, Prince Alfred Lim Soliman, Princess Ella Ione Regacho, Prince Kenzo Wildoer, Princess Liv Rafaela […]

Canada Braces for What’s Next Amid National Unrest

January 1, 2025

Headliner News

Canada is at a crossroads. Rising political and social tensions have left citizens uncertain about the country’s future. Recent protests have highlighted growing dissatisfaction with government policies, particularly regarding immigration and economic stagnation. Prime Minister Trudeau’s administration is under intense scrutiny, with critics calling for a shift in leadership and reforms. Observers warn that if […]

Trump celebrates special counsel’s exit before inauguration

January 1, 2025

Headliner News

President-elect Donald Trump took aim at special counsel Jack Smith once again after the prosecutor resigned days before Trump is set to re-take the nation’s highest office. Smith spent at least $35 million on two separate prosecutions of Trump. A federal judge tossed Smith’s classified documents case against Trump in July 2024 because the judge […]

Demi Moore’s Shocking Revelation at Golden Globes

January 1, 2025

Balitang Artista

At the 82nd Golden Globe Awards held in Beverly Hills, California on January 5, actress Demi Moore won her first major acting award in her 45-year career. This marked a key point in the path of the seasoned actress, who was on the verge of quitting the industry before her award-winning role. At 62, Moore […]

PESO Little & Teen Princess

January 1, 2025

Bata Korner

By: Boom Boom Cabalona, “X” Divinagracia, Christopher Miranda   PESO Little Princess 2024 LIV RAFAELA ALIDO PESO Little Princess 2024 LIV RAFAELA ALIDO PESO Little Princess 2024 ELLA IONE REGACHO PESO Little Princess 2024 PORTLYNN GRACE VELASQUEZ PESO Teen Princess 2024 AMELIA TAN EUSEBIO PESO Teen Princess 2024 LAUREN PACHECO PESO Teen Princess 2024 SOPHIEA […]