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California Fires: Potential cause of LA fires discussed by police

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"Arson?"Authorities answered questions on Monday morning regarding the suspected cause of the fires burning in Los Angeles County.

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Ethnolinguistic Groups of the Philippines (With Population Estimates)

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I’m a 1.5 generation Filipino immigrant — I left the Philippines at 9 years old and grew up in the United States. Like many others who moved young, I still find myself learning more about the history and cultural richness of our homeland. One of the most fascinating and often overlooked aspects of the Philippines is just how diverse it truly is. The Philippines is home to over 175 ethnolinguistic groups , each with its own language, culture, and history. Below is a more detailed look at the major groups, including where they live and approximate population sizes. Luzon Tagalog (~28–30 million) – Central & Southern Luzon, Metro Manila, Mindoro Ilocano (~9–10 million) – Northern Luzon, Ilocos, Cordillera, migrants in Mindanao Kapampangan (~2.9 million) – Pampanga, Tarlac, parts of Bulacan, Bataan Pangasinan (~1.5–1.8 million) – Pangasinan Province Bicolano (Central Bikol) (~4–5 million) – Bicol Region Ibanag (~500,000) – Cagayan Valley Ivatan (~30,0...
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Some Important Years in Filipino American History

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A few important years in Filipino American History 1587 – First Filipino Arrival in the U.S. Filipino sailors known as “Luzones Indios” landed in Morro Bay, California aboard a Spanish galleon—making them the first Asians to arrive in North America. 1763 – First Filipino Settlement in the U.S. Filipino deserters from Spanish ships established a small settlement in Saint Malo, Louisiana, the first known Filipino American community. 1906 – Sakadas Arrive in Hawaii The first wave of Filipino migrant workers (sakadas) arrived in Hawaii to work on sugar plantations under U.S. colonial rule. 1924 – Filipino Labor Strike in California Filipino workers led major labor strikes, particularly in California's agricultural fields, fighting for better wages and conditions. 1934 – Tydings-McDuffie Act Passed Reclassified Filipinos from U.S. nationals to aliens, drastically limiting immigration and laying groundwork for Philippine independence. 1941–1945 – Fili...
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Trump & Musk: Hands Off Democracy

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National Day of Protest April 5, 2025. National Day of Action. Where were you? Tens of thousands of people took to the streets nationwide to protest President Trump and a wide range of his administration’s actions, including government downsizing, attacks on the rights of immigrants and transgender people, and tariffs. https://t.co/VGg508zHSk — Los Angeles Times (@latimes) April 6, 2025
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Melania Trump Declines White House Tea with Jill Biden?

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Checked my Twitter feed, and found Melania Trump was trending! From Brooklyn Dad Defiant:  Good morning and Happy Tuesday to everyone who agrees that Melania trump has once again exposed herself as trashy for refusing an invitation to the White House from First lady Jill Biden -- even as trump will be visiting President Biden. That's not very "Be Best," is it? From @AZ_Brittney: Melania Trump has refused an invitation to meet with Jill Biden at the White House.  First Lady Doctor Jill Biden is classier, smarter and kinder than Melania by a long shot!  Who agrees? 🖐️💙
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