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CHINA PREPARING FOR WAR? Beijing deploys missiles on disputed island: Taiwan

By Ben Dooley

Beijing, China | AFP | Wednesday 2/17/2016 – China has deployed surface-to-air missiles on a disputed island in the South China Sea, Taiwan said Wednesday, as Beijing insisted it had a right to build “self-defence” systems in the strategic region.

“The defense ministry has Taiwan’s learned of an air defense missile defense system deployed by the Chinese ministry confirmed communists on Yongxing Island,” t h e f a c i l - a Taiwan defense ministry i t y ’ s e x i s - spokesman told AFP. tence after Fox News reported missile launchers had arrived on Woody Island, See PREPARING, page 11

(RANCHO MIRAGE, California) President Benigno S. Aquino III is welcomed by United States President Barack Obama at the Sunnylands Garden and Center in Rancho Mirage, the venue of the Special US-ASEAN Summit hosted by the United States of America (USA). The summit was a follow-up to the elevation of US-ASEAN dialogue relations into a Strategic Partnership last November in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. The discussions focused on trade, security, peace and stability in the region, including the issue on West Philippine Sea, and countering violent extremism. (MNS photo)

South China Sea islands: Facts on a decades-long dispute Beijing, China | AFP | Wednesday 2/17/2016 – A decades-long, multipronged dispute over territory in the South China Sea escalated this week with the claim that Beijing has put missile batteries on a contested island in the region.

Commentators say the 3 million square kilometres (1.16 million square miles) of water is a potential flashpoint for regional conflict.

Here are five key questions about the sea and the issues around it.

What’s there and who’s disputing it?

Pacquiao urged: Postpone match or face disqualification MANILA, Feb 18 (Mabuhay) – After losing a Nike endorsement deal over his anti-LGBT remarks, senatorial candidate and world boxing champion Manny Pacquiao is facing another challenge: possible disqualification in the 2016 race because of his megabout with Timothy Bradley.

See POSTPONE, page 11

It’s mostly empty, and hundreds of the small islands, islets and rocks are not naturally able to support human settlement. Significant chains include the Paracels in the north, and the Spratlys in the south.

But everyone surrounding the sea – Vietnam, Malaysia, the Philippines, tiny Brunei, Taiwan and, most significantly, China – lay claim to some part of it. Beijing says it has sovereignty over almost the whole area, citing an ill-defined “nine-dash line” originating See DISPUTE, page 11

PHL orders $1.85-B worth of planes from Airbus Singapore, Singapore | AFP | Wednesday 2/17/2016 – European plane-maker Airbus said Wednesday it had won a $1.85 billion deal for the purchase of six A350-900s

by Philippine Airlines (PAL), flag-carrier of one of Asia’s fastest growing economies.

PAL also has the option to purchase an addiSee AIRBUS, page 11

Nike axes Pacquiao over gay slurs

Los Angeles, United States | AFP | Wednesday 2/17/2016 – US sports equipment giant Nike on Wednesday axed Manny Pacquiao after he described gay couples as “worse than animals”, slamming the Filipino boxer’s remarks as “abhorrent.”

A Nike statement said the company had severed its ties with Pacquiao, who triggered a firestorm of controversy with his comments to a Filipino broadcaster earlier this week.

“We find Manny Pacquiao’s comments abhorrent,” a Nike statement

said.

“Nike strongly opposes discrimination of any kind and has a long history of supporting and standing up for the rights of the LGBT community... we no longer have a relationship with Manny Pacquiao.”

Devout Christian Pacquiao, 37, had issued an apology soon after the controversy erupted.

“I’m sorry for comparing homosexuals to animals. Please forgive me for those I’ve hurt,” Pacquiao said in See NIKE AXES, page 11

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12 reasons to contact a bankruptcy attorney The first step to overcoming a debt problem is recognizing it. If worries about your credit cards or a pending foreclosure are keeping you awake at night, you probably already know you’re in over your head. Just cruising along, juggling credit cards, taking from one to pay the other is not the answer. If this describes your situation, then doing nothing just makes the hole bigger and your position more desperate.

Here are 12 signs that that could indicate financial stress: •You routinely spend more than you earn.

•You make only the minimum payment required on your credit cards.

•Your credit limit is maxed on most of your cards.

•You’re unsure about how much you owe or what may be on your credit report.

•You skip payments on some bills in order to pay others, or use cash advances on one credit card to pay off another.

•You find yourself arguing with your spouse about money.

•You’ve recently been turned down for credit or a loan.

•You panic when faced with an unexpected expense, such as a car repair.

•You owe more on your car than it’s worth.

•There’s no more equity in your house.

•Creditors are calling you about overdue bills.

•You’re thinking lately about filing for bankruptcy.

Though it is a common enough word, what exactly does bankruptcy mean? And what are its implications? As is to be expected, filing for bankruptcy is a complicated process but before such a step is taken it is essential to understand exactly what it is all about.

Simply put, bankruptcy can be defined as the legal process thorough which individuals or businesses in financial trouble are able to work out their debts and pay them out under the protection of the bankruptcy court. Often “liquidations” or “reorganizations” are the words that are used to sum up the process that unfolds when you file for bankruptcy.

The two kinds of bankruptcy that you can file for are Chapter 7 and Chapter 13. There are various factors that would determine whether you should opt for Chapter 7 or Chapter 13. Through Chapter 7 Bankruptcy you liquidate all unsecured debt, providing any assets you may have are exempt under bankruptcy rules.

Most people never lose anything, because they don’t have any non-exempt assets. In the event debtor is making too much money, they choose Chapter 13 Bankruptcy, which is the reorganization type of bankruptcy.

The debtor is allowed three to five years over which to pay back a portion of the debts, based on disposable income. Say that you have $100.00 in disposable income. You would have to pay that into a plan for 60 months. After 60 months, the balance of your debts would be discharged in full, even if they are far from being paid off.

One should keep in mind that there are intricate details to this legal process that need to be taken into consideration before decisions are made to file for bankruptcy. Who qualifies? Which kind would apply to you? Will you be able to keep all of your property? There are many such questions that arise in such a situation. In this situation, you need to consult with an experienced bankruptcy law firm that can guide you through these complicated decisions and procedures.

Filing for bankruptcy may not be the solution to all your financial problems though. In fact, bankruptcy does not cover all debts. For example, debts related to child and spouse support, or taxes are not covered in bankruptcy.

Do you have a Co-signer?

Before filing for bankruptcy it is important to know that your co-signer might be held liable for the co-signed debt. However, a Chapter 13 bankruptcy may protect your co-signer, since it offers a partial repayment plan.

With a Chapter 7 bankruptcy, only the debtor is protected and the co-signer would be liable for the debt.

In this case, the creditors have the right to demand that your co-signer pay off the outstanding payments.

Under chapter 13 bankruptcy, as long as the bankruptcy plan is active the co-signers will receive a stay for the duration of the debtors payment plan. At the end of the plan, a co-signer could once again liable to pay any outstanding payments, even though the debt is discharged in favor of the bankruptcy debtor.

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LA Fil-Ams set aside politics, give Pnoy rousing send-off

By Abner Galino

FILIPINO-Americans in Los Angeles, in an exemplary display of political maturity, set aside partisan politics and gave President Benigno Aquino III a rousing send-off at a Hilton hotel here near the Tom Bradley International Airport shortly before he flew back home on Wednesday night.

President Aquino, who seemed unaware that the congregation before him was composed of people who belong to different political persuasions, gave a speech that briefly assailed corruption during the Marcos regime, took swipes at a presidential contender and a senatorial candidate and culminated in the endorsement of administration’s presidential bet Mar Roxas.

Surprisingly, tension did not build up throughout the president’s speech despite the fact that many of those

present were prominent leaders of organizations campaigning for presidential and vice presidential candidates in the upcoming Philippine elections.

Among those who were present were leaders of the Grace Poe for President Movement, Bongbong Marcos Movement and prominent supporters of Senator Francis Escudero. Expectedly, the supporters of Mar Roxas and Leni Robredo got the biggest slice of the political divide.

The political leaders did not formally represent their respective organizations during the event.

The president’s well-wishers also included some elected Filipino-American leaders, notably; Carson City Mayor pro tempore Elito Santarina and Cerritos Mayor Mark Pulido.

Close to a thousand select Filipino-Americans filled the ballroom of the hotel. They politely listened to

Aquino, Obama talk about retirement MANILA, Feb 18 (Mabuhay – Life after the presidency was a common topic of conversation between President Benigno Aquino III and US President Barack Obama with both leaders about to bow out of office soon. Aquino said this in a media interview during his working visit to Los Angeles, California.

Before proceeding to Los Angeles, Aquino and other leaders of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) attended the US-ASEAN Summit hosted by President Obama.

“So, sa totoo lang ‘yung mga times na nagkausap kami, hindi na ‘yung related topic… For instance, iyong huli kong binanggit sa kanya: ‘Sa Agosto, susulatan kita kung ano ang

buhay ng kalayaan o ‘yung pagiging normal na mamamayan.’ Sabi niya: ‘Hihintayin ko ‘yan’,” Aquino said.

Aquino is to step down from office in June this year while Obama’s term will end on January 2017.

Aquino said President Obama had asked him if he was happy not having to participate in the national elections.

“Sabi niya: ‘hindi ka ba natutuwa may eleksyon hindi ka kasali?’ Sabi ko, ‘palagay ko pareho mo’.”

Asked whether he talked about the Enhanced Defense Cooperation Agreement (EDCA) with Obama on the sidelines of the summit, Aquino said he did not t find it necessary having talked about the said agreement in previous discussions.

Members of Filipino-American nationalist organizations brave the rain to protest President Benigno Aquino III alleged human rights violation in front of a hotel in Los Angeles where the Chief Executive spoke on Wednesday. Photo: Abner Galino

President Aquino’s speech, which was almost entirely delivered in Filipino, and gamely laughed at his jokes and swipes at some political opponents of his administration.

The speech was almost a miniState of the Nation Address (SONA) wherein he highlighted his administration’s achievements, which he said, included the supposed massive expansion of the Pantawid Pamilyang Pilipino Program (conditional cash transfer program), the strengthening of the Philippine Health Insurance Corporation (popularly known as Philhealth), the adoption of K-12 in public education, meeting the government’s deficit in school room construction, road and infrastructure projects all over the country, the continuing economic growth and burgeoning international reputation of the country as investors’ haven.

President Aquino credited all these gains to his administration’s “Daang Matuwid” tenet.

In the same speech, Aquino took a swipe at the Marcoses by talking about the building of azucareras in Mindanao by the cronies of the former dictator which used public funds.

The behest loans, he said, were later paid for by the Filipino people.

As Aquino explained to the audience why he vetoed the bill that would have increased the pension of Social Security System members, he took potshots at Vice President Jejomar Binay, a 2016 elections presidential candidate, and party-list Rep. Neri Colmenares, a senatorial candidate.

“Hindi naman ako katulad ng dalawa diyan na gusto lang magpa-pogi,” Aquino said which drew laughter from the gallery.

Increasing pensions for SSS retirees is one of Binay’s campaign promises. The bill that sought to achieve that was authored by Colmenares.

The president said SSS would be driven to bankruptcy if he has signed the bill into law. The bill sought P2,000 pension hike.

In passing, Aquino also took a swipe at Senator Bongbong Marcos who is supposedly photoshopping his pictures to hide his gray hairs from the public.

“Ako po humaharap sa inyo ngayon, ipapadaya ko pa po ba sa photoshop ang buhok ko? Talaga naman pong kasama sa trabaho ang pagnipis niyan. Ang sa akin po, doon na lang ako sa totoo,” Aquino jested which also drew laughter from the crowd.

Meanwhile, Carson City Mayor pro tempore Elito Santarina called President Aquino’s visit as a “big blessing.”

He added that he thought that the Philippine president was able to

convince Filipino-Americans about the gains made by the Aquino administration.

Santarina echoed Aquino’s call for unity amid differences in political affiliations.

A leader of the Bongbong Marcos movement, Fernandico Gonong, also empathized with Aquino’s call for unity.

“Ang pulitika parang relihiyon din ‘yan. Hindi ibig sabihin na magkaiba tayo ng pulitika o magkaiba tayo ng relihiyon ay magka-away na tayo.

Pwede pa rin tayong magsama-sama na hindi na natin kailangan pag-usapan ang ating pulitika o relihiyon,” Gonong explained.

Another community leader, Art Garcia, lamented that President Aquino failed to bring up to US President Barack Obama the issues of Filipino World War II veterans.

Garcia’s sentiment was echoed WWII veteran Franco Arcebal who even attempted to speak with President Aquino after his speech but to no avail.

Outside the Hilton hotel, people belonging to community organizations such Bayan and Gabriela braved the rain to protest the alleged human rights violation of the Aquino administration. They carried flags and placards and exhorted passersby and motorists to show approval to their demonstration.

Singer and composer Noel Cabangon performed a solo concert as he entertained the Fil-Am audience while waiting for President Aquino.

Prior to his speech, President Aquino conferred the Order of Sikatuna, with the rank of Grand Cross, to Philippine Ambassador to the US Jose Cuisia Jr. The Order of Sikatuna is an order of diplomatic merit given to individuals who have rendered exceptional and meritorious services to the Republic of the Philippines.

President Benigno S. Aquino III arrived in Los Angeles, California, USA on Monday, February 15, and attended a two-day Asean-US summit participated by leaders from Brunei Darussalam, Cambodia, Indonesia, Laos, Malaysia, Myanmar, Singapore, Thailand, and Vietnam.

The initiative aims to commit participating governments in the promotion of transparency, fighting corruption, empowering citizens, and utilizing modern technologies to make governments accountable and effective.

US President Obama said the ASEAN-US Special Summit aims to strengthen “strategic partnership for the promotion of durable peace, stability, and prosperity for the future benefits of our nations and peoples.”

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Vitangcol links Roxas, Abaya, et al to MRT deal MANILA, Feb 18 (Mabuhay) – Former Metro Rail Transit 3 (MRT 3) General Manager Al Vitangcol is urging the Supreme Court to halt the proceedings before the Sandiganbayan against him on charges of graft over an allegedly anomalous $12 million maintenance deal for the rail system.

In a 4-page motion filed with the SC, Vitangcol also urged the high court to implead the Sandiganbayan Third Division in his pending case before the high court, and admit as part of the records of the case an affidavit that contains a “full account of his knowledge and participation in all transactions concerning the [MRT 3],� dated February 15, 2016. “Petitioner hopes that this disclosure will help the honorable court arrive at a fair and impartial resolution of his motion for reconsideration (MR) and application for a [temporary restraining order] and injunction,� Vitangcol’s motion read.

Vitangcol filed a petition before the high court on September 4, 2015 that sought the junking of his graft charge. The SC dismissed his petition on October 22 of the same year, causing Vitangcol to file an MR. The MR remains pending to this date.

Vitangcol asked that the Sandiganbayan be impleaded in the case because he was already arraigned before the anti-graft court last January 21, 2016 despite his refusal to be arraigned.

“[T]he Sandiganbayan Third Division must also be temporarily, preliminarily and, after due proceedings, be permanently restrained/enjoined from proceeding with the preliminary conference, pre-trial and/or trial in the case,� the motion read.

In his 23-page affidavit, Vitangcol lamented how he had been “singled-out by the Office of the Ombudsman in connection with the procurement of the interim maintenance services for the [MRT 3], a Project Management Office (PMO) under the Department of Transportation and Communications (DOTC).� “I am the only DOTC official charged by the Ombudsman despite the unmistakable knowledge, involvement, participation and instruction of my superiors in the DOTC headed by former Secretary Manuel ‘Mar’ A. Roxas II, current Secretary Joseph Emilio ‘Jun’ A. Abaya, Undersecretary for Legal Affairs Atty. Jose Perpetuo M. Lotilla and Undersecretary Rene K. Limcaoco, who should have been the ones brought to justice for gross and inexcusable inaction if not willful and deliberate manipulation of the events and processes related to the maintenance of MRT 3,�

Vitangcol’s affidavit read.

Vitangcol narrated that as early as December 10, 1997, the Metro Rail Transit Corporation (MRTC) entered into a Maintenance Agreement with Sumitomo Corporation (as maintenance provider).

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Young client seeks Chapter 7 relief for $70K credit card debt Clients are spouses who own and run a business together. They own an S-corporation that has been in business for 20 years.

They have 10 employees. An S-corporation, as distinguished from a C-corporation, is one where the profits of the business â&#x20AC;&#x153;flows throughâ&#x20AC;? to the 1040 of the individuals, unlike a C-corporation that pays its own income tax based on corporate profits. For instance, if the S-corporation business makes a net profit of $100K for 2015, that net profit is added to the gross income of the stockholders of the S-corporation. If you own 20% of that S-corporation, you will have to add $20K to your gross income for 2015 in addition to your income from all other sources. Whereas if that were a C-corporation, the corporation would pay income tax by itself on the $100K profit for 2015, and either keep the net profit after tax in the coffers of the corporation as retained earnings, or distribute the net profit to the stockholders, in which case, the profit distribution becomes a dividend to the stockholder which the stockholders declares as dividend income in his individual tax return. Other than this differentiation in the treatment of corporate profit, both S and C-corporations have all the same benefits that a corporation

provides.

Both S and C corporations are legally separate entities from their stockholders. Liabilities of the S and C corporations and deemed liabilities of the corporations themselves and do not transfer to the individual stockholders.

This is called the â&#x20AC;&#x153;corporate shieldâ&#x20AC;? given to stockholders. For all intents and purposes by law, the corporation is treated as a separate and distinct â&#x20AC;&#x153;legal personâ&#x20AC;? from the individual stockholders. For example, Volkswagen was recently found cheating on emissions. The company programmed the computers in their diesel cars to act in a way that it appeared that emission standards were being complied with. In fact, they were not. In other words, Volkswagen, the corporation told a bold

face lie. When it was found out, there was a big scandal and its stock tanked. Massive penalties for fraud soon followed levied by the Feds in the billions. There were multiple lawsuits filed against Volkswagen. Buyers wanted to return what they bought. If you were a stockholder of Volkswagen, can you be sued for this corporate fraud with millions of victims worldwide? If you were a stockholder of Volkswagen, do you have to worry about being sued by the victims because you own shares in Volkswagen, certainly not. Because the fact that Volkswagen is a corporation means that the company is legally a separate and distinct entity from you as a shareholder.

Therefore, you cannot be sued as a stockholder of Volkswagen for the corporate wrongdoing of the company. This is called â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;corporate legal fictionâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; which is actually quite a brilliant idea that allows free enterprise to prosper. Without this â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;corporate shield and legal fictionâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; people will be afraid to invest in businesses for fear of having their individual assets exposed to liability for anything that goes wrong with the corporation that causes damage In clientsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; case, their business was doing well for 17 years. But the last 3 years was bad.

Clients had to refinance their house to put in another $80K in the corporation to finance the loss of the last 3 years.

Refinancing their house was actually making a bad situation worse. Why suck out the equity in your house causing you to pay a higher mortgage to keep a business that is hemorrhaging to keep it afloat? Youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re letting the business loss drag your house down too.

The corporation is supposed to be separate from your personal assets, but by refinancing your house, you combine the two together. In other words, if the business is sinking, why let your house sink with it too? You business can sink and die, that happens many, many times in the world of business. But to link your house to the business, thatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s the same as getting a gun and shooting yourself in the leg.

Clientsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; S-corporation owes $120K of bank loans and suppliers credit, which it can no longer pay. Clients decided to discontinue the business because of mounting losses. I ask them if they want to continue the business with a Chapter 11 and perhaps get away without paying any of the $120K. They decide for a Chapter 7 because too much competition has made the future of the business very bleak. Will the S-corporation Chapter 7 affect the stockholders as individuals, of course it will not. The stockholders keep their good credit and everything else. They are not affected by the bankruptcy of the S-corporation, because after all, even an S-corporation is a legally separate and distinct entity under the law, therefore, it can file a bankruptcy by itself

without affecting the individual stockholders.

YOUNG CLIENT SEEKS CHAPTER 7 RELIEF FOR $70K CREDIT CARDS Client is 33, and recently married. He also dabbled into business, using his credit cards to fund the business.

The business never turned a profit. He maxed out his credit cards at $70K. One credit card sued him to collect $14K of credit card debt. At that time, he was still optimistic that his business would turn around and become profitable. But that was not to be. He entered into a stipulated judgment agreeing to pay $200 a 1BUSINESS OWNER FILES FOR CHAPTER 7 AS LOSSES MOUNT; YOUNG CLIENT SEEKS CHAPTER 7 RELIEF FOR $70K CREDIT CARDS_lvmonth until the $14K was fully paid off. He just got married and wants a fresh start without debt, and opts for Chapter 7 relief. This will wipe out the $70K of credit card debt including the $14K stipulated judgment.

Without debilitating debt, client can look forward to a fresh, new and productive life, and can even start another business that has a better chance of being successful from all the mistakes he learned from his failed business.

This is what happened to Mr. Walt Disney who also sought Chapter 7 relief twice before his Disneyland business became successful.

From two bankruptcies, Disney is now a global multi-billion dollar business with the new $6.0 billion theme park opening in Shanghai this June. Who knows, my young client may be another Disney in the making, learning from his previous mistakes. Maybe 10 years from now, client may become a business tycoon.

Further, clientâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s decision to seek chapter 7 relief is completely confidential.

Nobody needs to know unless he discloses it himself. His new wife is totally not affected even if she has her own assets. Those are her sole and separate assets. â&#x20AC;&#x153;A FAITH AND KNOWLEDGE RESTING ON THE HOPE OF ETERNAL LIFE, WHICH GOD (ADONAI/YAHWEH), WHO DOES NOT LIE, PROMISED BEFORE, THE BEGINNING OF TIME.â&#x20AC;? TITUS 1:2 Lawrence Bautista Yang is a graduate of Georgetown University Law Center and has been in Law practice for thirty years.

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PHL’s transformation highlighted by Aquino in Los Angeles World Affairs Council LOS ANGELES, CA – President Benigno S. Aquino III, in his address to the Los Angeles World Affairs Council (LAWAC) on Tuesday, 16 February, highlighted the Philippines’ transformation into a nation that is able and willing to be more involved in international affairs.

In the forum entitled, “The Philippines and Security in East Asia,” the President asserted that the Administration’s reforms, such as the introduction of the zero-budgeting system, expansion of health insurance coverage, strengthening of technical and vocational education, and the conditional cash transfer program, are beginning to bear fruit and promising a better quality of life for Filipinos in the long-term.

He also cited the Government’s anti-corruption drive, which comes with a “guarantee of justice,” ensuring “that public servants who place their own interests above that of the people will be held accountable.”

These initiatives have created the conditions for the Philippines to play a more active role on the world stage.

“Our progress, naturally, has afforded us greater capacity to look outward and to take a closer look at our role in the global community.

More and more, the Philippines sees itself in a better position to make a contribution,” said the President.

He emphasized the need for solidarity and concerted action in order to effectively address the risks posed by climate change, the threats of pandemics and extremism, and the massive displacement of people caused by violent conflicts in Syria and Iraq.

The President also talked about the maritime dispute in the South China Sea, stressing that the Philippines will abide by the decision of the Arbitral Tribunal and expressing the hope that China will do the same.

President Aquino told the group that despite the difficulties of coming together on specific issues, he remains optimistic that forging harmonious and synergetic international relations is possible, especially when it is geared towards achieving a common purpose.

LAWAC President and CEO Terry McCarthy said, “It’s quite clear that the Philippines is spreading its wings more and I think we welcome that.” He added that “the United States welcomes all countries that are friendly to the US to help in resolving the various issues around the world.”

After his speech, the President fielded questions on the South China Sea, the local jobs situation, gender equality, K-12 program, and the outcomes of the special ASEAN-US Summit in Sunnylands, California.

More than 220 people, including high school and college students, attended the forum. Mr. McCarthy said that the event was a unique opportunity for the students to hear from President Aquino whose steadfast commitment to good governance reforms continues to generate international public interest.

Composed of diverse and prominent members, the Los Angeles World Affairs Council hosts authoritative and influential figures in world affairs and provides them a venue to air their views.

President Benigno S. Aquino III delivers his speech during a Speaking Engagement with the Los Angeles World Affairs Council at the Grand Ballroom of the Intercontinental Hotel during his Working Visit to Los Angeles, California, United States of America. (MNS photo)

Aquino in Los Angeles for a working visit LOS ANGELES, California, Feb 17 (Mabuhay) – President Benigno S. Aquino III arrived in Los Angeles International Airport on Tuesday afternoon for a two-day working visit following his participation to the US-ASEAN Leaders Summit.

President Aquino left Palm Springs International Airport after attending the special summit hosted by US President Barack Obama with leaders from the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) at the Sunnyland’s Estate in Rancho Mirage.

On Tuesday morning (February 16), the President attended the second retreat session themed “Protecting Peace, Prosperity, and Security in the Asia-Pacific.” He also joined a family photo opportunity with other world leaders. (California is 16 hours behind Manila) While in Los Angeles, President Aquino will participate in a series of business meetings with the top executives of Walt Disney International, Western Digital Corporation,

and AECOM’s Enterprise Growth Solutions.

After the meetings, the President will deliver a speech before the Los Angeles World Affairs Council (LAWAC) to discuss “the growing tension between the Philippines and China over sovereignty issues in the South China Sea.” The Chief Executive will also speak about “the new defense agreement between Manila and Washington, security in East Asia, and the future for economic growth in the Philippines and its neighbors in South East Asia.”

Founded in 1953, the LAWAC is a non-partisan and non-profit organization that seeks to promote greater understanding of current global issues by inviting authoritative and influential speakers.

Tomorrow (February 17), President Aquino will meet and greet the members of the Filipino community in Los Angeles. The Chief Executive will return to Manila after his meeting with the Filipino community.

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The mystery of Medical Marijuana: Is it safe to use as a remedy for pain?

Most recently, a longtime friend of this author wrote that he no longer has diabetes problems and claims that Medical Marijuana has helped him fight the disease. He currently promotes its use openly in the State where he lives, where the medicinal plant has been approved for use particularly by people like him who have debilitating diseases.

Some claim that the definition of Medical Marijuana “refers to the use of Cannabis extracts and its cannabinoids to treat diseases or help improve patients’ quality of life. Others however claim that Cannabis, used as medicine has actually not been rigorously and scientifically tested, often due to some government regulatory restrictions.”

According to some historical accounts, Cannabis called “ma,” (meaning “hemp” or ‘numbness” in Chinese), was used in Taiwan as an alternative to fiber, some 10,000 years ago. Around 2737 BC, Emperor Shen - Nung, a pharmacologist by profession, wrote a book on treatment methods , which included the “medical benefits of Cannabis.

He recommended the substance for many treatment uses such as: constipation, gout, rheumatism and absent-mindedness. During the same time period, some Chinese considered Cannabis as one of the 50 “fundamental” herbs in traditional Chinese medicine. “ The “Cannabis” plant has a history of medicinal use dating back thousands of years across many cultures. However, its current use is quite controversial. The Ameri-

can Medical Association, as well as The American Society of Addictive Medicine and other medical organizations have issued separate statements opposing its use for medical purposes.

Following is a background of various cultures worldwide that used Cannabis for medicinal purposes: In Ancient Egypt (around ca.

1550) the Ebers Papyrus described Medical Cannabis as the substance used in lieu of suppositories to relieve the pain of hemorrhoids.

But, in Asian countries such as Ancient India, Cannabis was used to treat a variety of illnesses such as: insomnia, headaches, gastrointestinal disorders and pain including women’s childbirth.

Likewise, in Ancient Greece, they used Cannabis to dress wounds and sores on their horses, while with humans, they used dried leaves of Cannabis to treat nosebleeds.

During the Medieval Islamic period, (from the 8th to the18th century), Arabic physicians used Canabis as diuretics, antiemetics, antiepileptic, analgesic, anti-inflammatory and antipyretic treatments on various ailments.

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From exorbitant long distance calls to free Facetime Migrant workers: Connecting to home through the years

By Abner Galino

(2nd of two parts) Migrant workers fell in love with “voice taping” because recording a monologue was way easier than writing one’s thoughts. And most important of all, the process naturally brings out the exact emotions that the sender wants to convey.

I had a kababata whose father was a welder in Saudi Arabia. In one instance, we were invited to listen to his father’s voice tape. My friend’s father talked about how food was so abundant in one of their employer’s houses. He worked for a member of the Saudi royal family. He talked about the crazy weather in Saudi Arabia and how big were the fish that he and his co-workers had caught during one of their days off.

We laughed when some of our names were mentioned in the voice tape, including some funny crazy moments that were all known to us. There was a roller coaster of emotions as the voice tape rolled on.

He never complained about anything but somehow we all got the sense that working abroad was a hard and lonely endeavor. We knew that it was hard to be away from home. At the end of the playback, my friend, his siblings and his mother were all in tears.

If it was that hard for those who remained to cope with the absence of a family member, you could just imagine how much harder it was for the person who went away. And to think that we lived in a relatively happy neighborhood.

The next craze that came around was the Betamax (videocasette magnetic tape). I couldn’t recall anyone of my neighbors who came home from abroad who did not buy a Betamax machine. Some bought their Betamax from where they came from and bought them locally as soon as they got home.

The Betamax was like a trophy for the returning Saudi Boys (we referred to the whole Middle East as Saudi during that time).

Probably very few migrant workers were able to record their narratives into the Betamax tapes. You would need a camcorder to do that and they were not cheap.

We Pinoys have this penchant to turn brand names or an object’s name into a verb that takes the action of what that object is used for. For example, Kodak , a camera brand, is used this way: “Kodakan mo ako” which means “take a picture of me.” It was in the same way that Betamax became another Filipino verb. “I-betamax natin yan. (Meaning, let’s put that in a video.),” people would say then.

It didn’t take long for betamax to evolve into other meanings such as sleazy, scandalous, vulgar, sex video, porn etc. So, when a friend tells you: “Pare may betamax ako ni …… at ni …..” that means, the gang is coming together to watch the video.

Well, between then and now, the difference would be: you hear about it or tipped off and then you search for the video on the Internet.

Ok, let’s keep walking down the memory lane.

Later on, camcorders evolved into smaller versions that were known as handycams. It was at this stage when they also became another overseas workers’ “thing.” I mean, it became something that they would acquire if they can afford it just like those distinctive “enormous” Saudi gold rings, bracelets and necklaces − the so-called katas ng Saudi.

It was probably the middle of 1980s, when home videos became a popular pastime for those who can afford a handycam. However, the craze was not able to duplicate the popularity

and usefulness that the cassette tapes achieved with regard to migrant workers’ efforts to connect to home.

For a while, prepaid phone cards or just simply called phone cards sold like hot cakes among overseas workers and expatriates. With the Internet and the digital technology still in its infancy, the phone cards allowed migrant workers to dial home anywhere and anytime.

When my wife and I came to the US in 2005, we spent around $100 to $300 a month to be able to connect to home on a regular basis. That was, of course, big money relative to what we were earning. But migrant workers would spend their last penny just to keep in touch with family and friends.

Instant messaging and chat rooms were already available for free through Yahoo Messenger, but they were not enough. The yearning was simply insatiable.

Certain technologies have been around but did not become available to the general public because they were too expensive, and therefore not marketable, or restricted for government use. For example, video conferencing have been around since the early 1990s.

Although it was not the Internet-based video calling that we now use, it practically was the same concept.

The big break came when these geniuses got it right with the webcam.

Not only did they simplify the webcam, they also managed to make it marketable (read: Affordable). And later on, they were able to build it in the gadgets themselves.

Arguably, the next big break was the smart phone. It literally and figuratively put everything into an individual’s grasp. Everything is within the reach of the fingers: Google, social media, games, radio, TV, and best of all, the capability to be in real-time with friends

loved ones. Regular people, though they may find it to be an amazing technological leap, usually just take this for granted. There are few reasons for them to be excited about it. For migrant workers, real time is simply precious.

It is not perfect, but the only thing that possibly could thump it out from its prime spot in a migrant worker’s heart is when technology would someday allow us to “teleport.” You know, just like how they were doing in the Star Trek.

Real time or as it happens. To be at the place where moments unfold.

Imagine how big is that for someone who has not been home for some time.

To be there when your daughter was blowing her birthday cake. To be there when your mother was showing you how to cook a new recipe. To be in the same place when they were changing your grandson’s diaper and personally handing out the pasalubongs when your children were opening up the balikbayan box that you just sent and they were showing you how they appreciate each of the items.

Of course, “being there” is not enough. But how much strength, how much sanity, how much courage, how much joy, how much hope, those real time moments bring into the life of a migrant worker is just immeasurable.

Friendster and Myspace, the forerunners of Facebook, deserve credit too for a starting a revolution in social media which spawned Twitter, Instagram and Youtube.

“Status update” or posting “selfies” are mostly amusement activities for the rest of us. But for a migrant worker, the “status updates” and “selfies” of loved ones, family, friends and acquaintances are bridges and passages that bring him to his cravings, his longings, his self-assurance, his out of sight identity and peace of mind.

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tional six of the aircraft, the two companies announced at the Singapore Airshow.

Separately, PAL also signed a $600-million order with Rolls-Royce for Trent XWB engines to power the six A350s, the airline said in another statement.

PAL president Jaime Bautista said the planes will be used for PAL’s non-stop, long-haul flights from the Philippines to the United States, Canada and Europe.

The Philippines’ economic growth in the past six years under President Benigno Aquino, who steps down in

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in 1940s-era maps as proof.

If there’s nothing there, why is there any dispute?

Scientists believe that the seabed could contain unexploited oil, gas and minerals, which would be a boon to any country that can establish their claims to the region’s waters, especially in resource-hungry Asia. It’s also home to abundant fisheries that feed growing populations.

But the sea’s key value is strategic.

Shipping lanes vital to world trade pass through it, carrying everything from raw materials to finished products, as well as enormous quantities of oil.

Beijing views the South China Sea as its own backyard, a place where it is entitled to free, uninterrupted rein and where its growing navy should be able to operate unhampered.

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part of the Paracels chain, in the past week.

The report came as President Barack Obama called for “tangible steps” to reduce tensions in the region.

Beijing has controlled all of the Paracels, which are also claimed by Hanoi and Taipei, since seizing several from South Vietnam in a brief, bloody battle towards the end of the Vietnam War. But tensions in the sea – through which one-third of the world’s oil passes—have mounted in recent months since China transformed contested reefs in the Spratly islands further south into artificial islands capable of supporting military facilities.

Washington says the move threatens free passage in a strategically vital area and has sent warships to sail close to the disputed islands to assert that right.

Analysts said the latest deployment could be an attempt to deter such freedom of navigation operations (FONOPs). Australian military aircraft also routinely overfly the area.

Fox News said Tuesday that images showed two batteries of eight missile launchers and a radar system had arrived on Woody Island, the Paracels’ main island.

“The defense ministry has learned of an air defense missile system deployed by the Chinese communists on Yongxing Island,” a Taiwan defense ministry spokesman told AFP. After meeting his Australian counterpart Julie Bishop, Chinese foreign minister Wang Yi described the reports as “an attempt by certain Western media to create news stories”.

June, averaged 6.2 percent, one of the strongest performances in Asia, boosting travel demand.

The Philippines also relies on a diaspora of around 10 million Filipinos, or 10 percent of the population, many of them residing in the cities targeted by PAL. The airline plays a key transportation link for millions of Filipinos who work abroad, with a route network tracing the key destinations of the labour diaspora.

“We are happy to announce that today we will commit to acquire six A350-900 series which will allow us... to fly non-stop from Manila to New York, allow us to increase our presence in the US, in San Francisco and Los Angeles, and also to Vancouver and Toronto,” Bautista told a news conference.

“This aircraft will allow us to improve our operations to Europe, (it) will be used to fly from Manila to London.”

He added that the aircraft “will really support our mission of becoming a full service five-star airline in five years.”

Delivery of the aircraft will start in 2018.

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Senatorial hopeful Walden Bello said Pacquiao must voluntarily postpone his boxing match with Bradley on April 9 or he will be liable for disqualification in the 2016 elections.

“I think that Manny is facing a number of problems, not only his remarks but he can’t have this fight on April 9. This is against the [Commission on Elections] rules,” Bello said.

“We’re asking him at this point to postpone his fight because otherwise, he’ll be disqualified,” he added.

Citing a provision in the new implementing rules and regulations of the Fair Elections Act, Bello said if Pacquiao will pursue the fight he will exceed the allowed airtime of 120 minutes in every television station and 180 minutes in every radio station. “The Comelec made these rules about the range of political advertisements including news spots, appearing in all of these different shows in which basically they said that if the candidate is the center piece of all these spots, that cannot be allowed because that should be strictly within the Comelec hour, the 120 and the 180,” he said.

a video post on Instagram, his arms crossed.

Pacquiao, who is running for a seat in his country’s Senate, said he was not condemning homosexuals but was standing by his conservative Christian faith.

“I love you all with the love of the Lord. I am praying for you.”

Pacquiao told television station TV5 earlier this week: “It’s common sense.

Do you see animals mating with the same sex? Animals are better because they can distinguish male from female.”

“If men mate with men and women mate with women, they are worse than animals.”

Pacquiao’s comments were greeted with revulsion in the United States, where same-sex marriage is enshrined in law following a historic Supreme Court ruling.

Jason Collins, the first openly gay athlete in the NBA, dismissed Pacquiao as “bigoted.”

“I lost all respect for you,” Collins wrote on Twitter. “Bigoted people like you (& yes you are one) should never hold an office in politics.”

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Canada tightening visa-free travel to its shores Ottawa, Canada | AFP | Tuesday 2/16/2016 â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Canada will tighten its rules on entering the country next month, adding a layer of security that will impact Europeans and others previously allowed to visit without a travel visa.

Formerly visa-exempt foreign nationals, including those passing through on a stopover, will have to fill out an online Electronic Travel Authorization (eTA) in advance and pay a small administrative fee (Can$7), starting March 15.

The measure is similar to one set up by the United States in 2008, and will affect people from more than 50 countries.

Americans will be exempt. Anyone caught unaware of the new reg-

ulations can expect some leniency in the beginning, said Robert Orr, deputy minister for immigration.

He said the new rules will affect more than three million travelers per year. After completing the online form, permission to travel to Canada will be sent by email and will remain in effect for five years.

The eTA is meant to help authorities better screen travelers for admissibility, Orr told AFP. He noted that Canadian security and intelligence agencies already do so but â&#x20AC;&#x153;not in a systematic way.â&#x20AC;?

The United States, followed by Britain, France and China (whose citizens require a visa) are the top sources of tourists to Canada, according to government figures.

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Currently, quite a number of this authorâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s friends who have undergone chemotherapy mentioned that they took Medical Cannabis to help them reduce nausea and vomitting during their chemotherapy sessions, plus it improved their appetite as well.

Though several States have already approved the use of Medical Matijuana,the FDA still requires further careful conducted studies to determine the benefits and risks of the medication.

So far, according to the FDA the benefits of the marijuana plant, as opposed to its cannabinoid ingredients, outweigh the risks in patients that need the treatment.

For those of you who are currently taking Medical Marijuana as an alternative treatment for your ailment or to relieve you of your pain, just remember that the real efficacy of it has really not been proven, and it will probably take more time for the FDA to finally promote it.

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to have introduced the therapeutic use of Cannabis to Western Medicine to help treat muscle spasms, stomach cramps and general pain.

By 1964, Albert Lockhart and Manley West began studying the health effects of traditional Cannabis used in Jamaican communities. They were able to develop the substance and by 1987, they gained permission to market its pharmaceutical derivative called â&#x20AC;&#x153;Canasol,â&#x20AC;? which eventually became the first Cannabis extract.

As Medical Cannabis grew in popularity around 1970â&#x20AC;&#x2122;s, a synthetic version of tetrahydrocannabinol or THC was produced and approved for use in the United States as the drug called â&#x20AC;&#x153;Marinol.â&#x20AC;?

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But, the good news is: some Medicare members enrolled on a Medicare Advantage plan enjoy dental benefits that are embedded in the plan. Some Medicare Advantage plans offer dental benefits as Optional Supplemental Benefits (OSB) that often come with a premium.

Medi-Cal beneficiaries regained their dental benefits starting in May, 2014.

Covered California plan enrollees must choose or decline to enroll in a dental plan. It does not come automatic.

Navigating enjoyment of your dental benefits can be quite challenging. I recall a client calling me last year, protesting that his dentist charged him a hefty $600 for just â&#x20AC;&#x153;cleaningâ&#x20AC;?. Wow! As a Medi-Cal beneficiary, he was entitled to â&#x20AC;&#x153;ordinary cleaningâ&#x20AC;? for free. It turned out, for one reason or another, his dentist managed to perform on him a kind of procedure his dentist defined as â&#x20AC;&#x153;deep cleaningâ&#x20AC;?. Double Wow!!

I recall another incident that happened in early 70â&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Manila. It was headlined in major dailies then that bus fares were pegged at P0.50.

When my uncle complained, upon being charged P1.00, â&#x20AC;&#x153;how come sa

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dyaryo sabi P0.50 lang ?â&#x20AC;?; the bus conductor snapped: â&#x20AC;&#x153; E, di sa dyaryo ka sumakay!!!â&#x20AC;?

The disruptions that Obamacare wrought on the healthcare landscape have been widespread. It disoriented not only the public, but health providers as well. In all these confusions created, the public must get protected. They must be assertive (of their rightful benefits), pre-emptive and pro-active. In short, before undergoing any procedure, communicate (that means, ask). If you donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t agree, confer with an advocate.

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About the author: Leo Monsalud holds CA license 0G55218 as well as a Non-Resident license for Nevada. He studied for MBA and Law at the University of the Philippines. He helps Medicare members choose the right Medicare plan for them. He is a Certified Insurance Agent for Covered California. He advises on life insurance and retirement needs.

Pacquiao apologizes for comparing gays to animals M a n i l a , P h i l i p pines | AFP | Tuesday 2/16/2016 â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Eight-time world boxing champion Manny Pacquiao apologised on Tuesday for describing homosexuals as â&#x20AC;&#x153;worse than animalsâ&#x20AC;? after his remarks sparked a firestorm of criticism in his native Philippines.

Nearing the end of a glorious decades-long boxing career, the 37-year-old is reinventing himself as a conservative Bible-bearing politician before the countryâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s May elections, when he is running for a senate seat. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;m sorry for comparing homosexuals to animals. Please forgive me for those Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve hurt,â&#x20AC;? Pacquiao said in a video post on Instagram, his arms crossed. Pacquiao said he was not condemning homosexuals but was standing by his conservative Christian faith. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I love you all with the love of the Lord. I am praying for you.â&#x20AC;?

Pacquiao told television station TV5 earlier this week: â&#x20AC;&#x153;Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s common sense. Do you see animals mating with the same sex? Animals are better because they can distinguish male from female.â&#x20AC;? â&#x20AC;&#x153;If men mate with men and women mate with women, they are worse than animals.â&#x20AC;? Gay marriage is outlawed in the Philippines due to strong opposition from the Catholic Church and 80 percent of the countryâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s 100 million people subscribe to the faith. Gay marriages are officiated at small churches but are not recognised by the mainstream church or the state.

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#PrayForMannyPacquiao to his 6.7 million followers on Twitter as he tore into the boxer. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Some people think they can judge people, like God, just because theyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve attended a prayer meeting and read the Bible,â&#x20AC;? he said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;The Senate needs experts on politics and law, not blind prophets,â&#x20AC;? Vice Ganda added. Singer Aiza Seguerra, who recently married her actress-girlfriend, called on voters to boycott Pacquiao, who is also preparing for his last boxing fight in April, calling him an â&#x20AC;&#x153;ignorant, bigoted hypocriteâ&#x20AC;?. â&#x20AC;&#x153;You might have done our country proud but with your statement, you just showed the whole country why we shouldnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t vote for you,â&#x20AC;? Seguerra said in a post on Instagram.

Pacquiao gave the television interview as part of his campaign for one of 12 seats in the nationally-elected senate.

The most recent surveys suggest he would win.

He currently represents his wifeâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s impoverished home province of Sarangani in the House of Representatives but is notorious for his chronic absences, favouring boxing training over legislation.

In one of the rare times he spoke at the legislature, Pacquiao quoted heavily from the Bible as he vigorously contested a proposed law, since passed, granting free condoms to the poor.

He credits his renewed Christian faith for transforming him from a free-spending womaniser and gambler into a devoted family man who can recite Bible verses.

General Santos, Philippines | AFP | Wednesday 2/17/2016 â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Philippine boxing great Manny Pacquiao has opened the door to a lucrative rematch with Floyd Mayweather, telling AFP he still intends to retire after his next fight but that a comeback is possible.

The 37-year-old announced in January that his upcoming bout against American Timothy Bradley would be his last so he could concentrate on Filipino politics.

However, following a high-energy training session in his hometown of General Santos, Pacquiao said he was loving the sport as much as ever and he could not rule out fighting again. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s hard to say right now,â&#x20AC;? Pacquiao, who has won world titles in an unprecedented eight weight divisions, told AFP in an interview when asked about retirement. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I made my decision already that after this fight I (will) retire. But I am not saying that, you know, boxing is closed to me. You never know.â&#x20AC;?

Pacquiao made the comments when asked if a chance to avenge his crushing loss to American nemesis Mayweather last year would lure him out of retirement.

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Aquino: PHL has no plan of arming, fortifying defense vs China

MANILA, Feb 17 (Mabuhay) – President Benigno Aquino III on Wednesday said the Philippine government has no plans of either arming itself or building deterrents against China, which is aggressively asserting its dominance in disputed areas in the South China Sea. In his speech at the Los Angeles World Affairs Council on February 16 [Feb. 17 in Manila], Aquino said: “We have zero ambitions ... of arming ourselves with our own weapons of mass destruction; we have no plans of trying to come up with some sort of deterrents against the military might of that superpower.”

He was referring to the threat of the aggressive actions of China in the disputed seas.

“As for our region in Southeast Asia, we are also witnessing very aggressive actions by our big neighbor to our West and North – the world’s second largest economy, and a nuclear power at that,” Aquino said.

Months after China completed its reclamation activities on disputed islets and atolls in the Spratlys, China has reportedly deployed an advanced surface-toair missile system to one of the disputed islands it has built up, Taiwan and US officials said on Wednesday.

In his LA speech, Aquino also stressed that he would rather like to spend the country’s limited resources on “butter” rather than trying to arm against China.

However, he said, the Philippine government would continue to assert the country’s rights through legal and peaceful means based on international law.

But he said that whatever is the outcome of the Philippine case against China in The Hague-based International Abitral Tribunal, Manila is ready to accept.

“My nation has resolved to accept whatever decision the Arbitral Tribunal makes, and we are hopeful that our neighbor – who has constantly reiterated their respect for international law – will in time do the same,” Aquino said.

China, however, has continued to decline participation in the arbitral process.

Aquino arrived at the Palm Springs International Airport early Tuesday morning (PHL Standard Time) to attend the US-ASEAN summit hosted by US President Barack Obama.

The ASEAN-US summit is expected to further strengthen and improve the Joint Strategic Partnership between ASEAN nations and America.

Aside from economic and trade concerns, which were discussed on the first day, the summit was set to tackle on the second day [Wednesday in Manila] maritime issues, including the South China Sea.(MNS)

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MANILA, Feb 17 (Mabuhay) – With the conclusion of the oral arguments on Tuesday, the Supreme Court should resolve immediately Sen. Grace Poe’s plea challenging her disqualification from the May 2016 presidential elections.

This was according to legal experts on Wednesday, who also said that should the high court uphold Poe’s disqualification by the Commission on Elections late in the campaign period, the votes she would be getting would be wasted.

Election lawyers Edgardo Carlo Vistan II and Romulo Macalintal, and former Integrated Bar of the Philippines national president Vicente Joyas all agreed that the high tribunal should already decide on Poe’s two petitions.

Vistan said in the event Poe’s disqualification is upheld by the SC but voters still end up voting for her in the May polls, those votes “cannot be credited to her as they would be considered stray votes.”

Since January 19, the high tribunal conducted a total of five rounds of oral arguments on the Poe cases.

“It is important that the Supreme Court resolve the disqualification cases against Sen. Grace Poe expeditiously,” said Vistan, adding that just because the Comelec had already started printing the 57 million ballots does not make the resolution of the Poe cases less urgent. “Even if the ballots would be printed already with Sen. Poe’s name as one of the presidential candidates, there is still an urgent need for a speedy resolution of the case so that the Comelec can make appropriate adjustments to the automated vote counting and canvassing protocols or procedures in case Sen. Poe is disqualified,” he said.

Like Vistan, Macalintal also said votes cast for Poe would be rendered worthless if the SC upholds her disqualification.

“It will be considered stray votes. Hindi bibilangin iyong [boto kay Poe]. At kahit

siya pa ang makakuha ng pinakamaraming boto, balewala iyon. Ang ipo-proclaim ay ang susunod na nakakuha ng pinakamaraming boto,” said Macalintal.

The election lawyer lamented how the high court does not seem to be treating the Poe cases with urgency.

“Kahit noon pa, sinasabi ko na na dapat na-resolba na ito ng Korte Suprema. Dapat ipinapakita ng SC ang urgency. Eh ang lumalabas sa SC, parang hindi urgent,” said Macalintal.

Both Vistan and Macalintal agreed that the SC could have resolved the cases earlier had it conducted oral arguments more often than just once a week.

Vistan said even if the oral arguments lasted six or seven rounds, the SC could still decide on the case much earlier if it had held oral arguments “twice or three times a week.”

Macalintal, meanwhile, even wanted oral arguments to be held daily.

“With due respect to the high court, dapat maging araw-araw ang oral arguments and dapat hindi na dapat ganoon katagal kasi hindi naman contested ang facts ng case.

Alam na nila ang nangyari. Si Sen. Grace Poe, sa residency, naglagay na siya ng statement [sa COC]. Walang problema sa facts of the case,” said Macalintal.

He said all that is being debated in the oral arguments are not questions of facts but legal issues which all involve questions of law.

The election lawyer went as far as to declare: “I don’t think kailangan pa nga nila mag-hold ng oral arguments dito eh,” adding that he thinks the case could be decided right away based solely on the pleadings and comments submitted.

Joyas also agreed “it is important to resolve the cases of Sen. Poe with dispatch.”

The former IBP head however said the high tribunal must also be given “reasonable time to hear and decide the cases because of the significant issues involved.”

At Mexico-US border, pope decries migrant ‘tragedy’

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Ciudad Juarez, Mexico | AFP | Wednesday 2/17/2016 – Pope Francis on Wednesday decried the human tragedy of migrants fleeing violence as he celebrated a huge mass on Mexico’s border with the United States, where many have died while crossing it.

In a highly symbolic gesture, the pope climbed a ramp facing the Rio Grande that separates Mexico’s Ciudad Juarez and El Paso, Texas, laid flowers under a cross and blessed hundreds of migrants on the American side, who waved at him.

Francis then celebrated mass with more than 300,000 Catholic faithful on the Juarez side of the border, with tens of thousands more following it on a giant screen in an El Paso stadium.

Immigration is a hot-button issue on the US presidential campaign trail and White House hopeful Donald trump criticized the pope’s decision to hold such a mass.

But Latin America’s first pontiff did not talk directly about the politics across the border, focusing instead on the plight of migrants. “We cannot deny the humanitarian crisis which in recent years has meant the migration of thousands of people, whether by train or highway or on foot, crossing hundreds of kilometers through mountains, deserts and inhospitable zones,” Francis said.

“The human tragedy that is forced migration is a global phenomenon today,” he said on the last day of a five-day trip to Mexico.

Central Americans have been leaving their poor and gang-infested countries in droves,

crossing Mexico’s porous southern border with Guatemala on their way to the United States. The trek across Mexico is filled with dangers – from gangs that steal, kill or seek to forcibly recruit them, to corrupt officials who demand bribes to let them travel.

Many others have died under the US-Mexico desert’s scorching sun.

“Injustice is radicalized in the young; they are cannon fodder, persecuted and threatened when they try to flee the spiral of violence and the hell of drugs. Then there are the many women unjustly robbed of their lives,” Francis said.

“No more death. No more exploitation.

There is still time to change, there is still a way out and a chance, time to implore the mercy of God.” ‘Political pope’ The fate of 11 million undocumented immigrants is the source of vivid debate in the United States.

Trump, who wants Mexico to pay to build a wall along the border, has called the pope a “very political person.”

“I think that he doesn’t understand the problems our country has. I don’t think he understands the danger of the open border that we have with Mexico,” the billionaire real estate tycoon told the Fox Business channel last week.

In response, Vatican spokesman Federico Lombardi said that, while the pope’s job was not politics, “one should not be surprised that his pastoral and spiritual message has political repercussions.”

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Duterte sputters, coffers empty Grace Poe gets Danding’s support

The presidential campaign of Davao city Mayor Rodrigo Duterte is apparently losing its steam or sputtering due to its inability to augment its meager campaign kitty needed to bolster its chances of winning the presidency on May 16.

Because of its limited financial resources, Mayor Duterte is unable to organize a potent political machinery needed to launch an effective presidential campaign nationwide, except perhaps in Davao city.

Up to now, there are only a handful of governors, mayors and congressmen who are supporting the presidential bid of Duterte. These politicians, as expected, are all from the Mindanao areas.

He has no known political supporters in Metro Manila, Northern and Southern Luzon areas.

His campaign strategists are hoping that voters will ultimately choose the feisty mayor as their preferred presidential bet because of his proven track record as a crime-buster and for his honesty as a public servant for many years.

If Duterte’s bid for the presidency is hobbled by lack of adequate campaign finances, this cannot be said in the case of Senator Grace Poe Llamanzares.

By now, everybody knows that the presidential candidacy of Senator Llamanzares is being financed by billionaire businessman Danding Cojuangco, a food and beverage magnate and chairman emeritus of Nationalist People’s Coalition (NPC).

With so much campaign money being given to her to help bolster her bid for the presidency, Senator Llamanzares has no problem getting the all-out-support of governors congressmen and mayors, as well as barangay captains all over the country.

No wonder, Senator Llamanzares can afford to pay a television network close to P674 million for the airing

of her campaign informercials. Even her family must have benefitted from the unlimited cash flow coming from the Danding Cojuangco business empire.

Her eldest son, Brian, recently was criticized by hundreds of voters who saw his picture on “Facebook” wearing a Nike limited edition sneakers worth $19,999 The controversial pair of sneakers was expensive because it is a collector’s item. Brian, however claimed, that the shoes are “fake” when confronted by newsmen. He claimed he only paid P10,000 which he got from his saving.

Senator Llamanzares defended her son, saying that Brian has the right to choose what he wants to buy for himself as long as he will not steal the money to purchase something.

Like his mother, Brian is also good at lying.

With Danding Cojuangco backing up her candidacy with unlimited finances and the entire NPC political machinery working to ensure her victory in the presidential election, there is now a growing perception that Llamanzares might be the person to replace Aquino in Malacañang.

Among the five presidential candidates vying for the top post, Senator Llamanzares is the least knowledgeable and prepared to handle the difficult job of being the head of a nation, however. This is the reason why Cojuangco picked Llamanzares to be his presidential candidate. He can easily dictate on her what he wants her to do during her six-year stint

in Malacañang palace. This was the same reason “Danding” picked “Noynoy” over his own nephew, Defense Secretary Gilbert Teodoro during the 2010 presidential elections. Not only did Teodoro not get the support of “Danding,” he was not given a single centavo by his “uncle” to help him with his campaign finances.

When I went back to the Philippines in 2013 for the death of my mother, I had a lunch with an NPC northern Luzon congressman. When I asked him how come “Danding” picked “Noynoy” instead of his own nephew, the answer I got jolted me.

He said “Danding” disliked “Gilbert” because of his stance as “pro-poor” and his proven track record as an honest public servant.”Danding” also disliked his nephew for being “matigas ang ulo (hard headed).

Picking “Noynoy” over “Gilbert”,

according to “Danding,” my NPC congressman said, was a no brainer.

At least, he said, “Noynoy is “tamad” at walang utak as compared to “Gilbert” who is too intelligent to be manipulated by his uncle and “mahirap pakiusapan. “Sobrang diretso sa pamamalakad niya sa anumang bagay,” he added.

But “Danding’s financial and political backing for “Noynoy” came with a price. His permanent hold of his huge shares in the San Miguel Corporation(SMC) which is being questioned by PCGG and the controversial multibillion coconut levy fund pending for so many years in the Supreme Court, remains intact.

When “Noynoy” was elected into office, “Danding” as expected, was able to hold on to his prized SMC empire until today, as well as the coco levy fund which still has to be decided by the High Court.

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PH Disneyland? PNoy meets with Disney execs MANILA, Feb 17 (Mabuhay) -- President Aquino met with executives of Walt Disney International Wednesday morning (Manila time) during his US visit as a participant in the US-ASEAN Summit in Sunnylands, California.

Aquino discussed possible investment opportunities with Andy Bird, Walt Disney chairman, and Jim Flippatos, vice president for global public policy.

Aside from Walt Disney, the President also held meetings with executives of Western Digital Corp. and Enterprise Growth Solutions AECOM. The meetings were held at the InterContinental Los Angeles Cen-

tury City.

Aquino is in the US to attend the US-ASEAN Summit in Sunnylands, which is is said to be an informal summit organized by the US that is set to discuss the ASEAN Economic Community, transnational challenges, regional maritime issues as well as any topic that any participant may wish to raise.

The President was joined on this trip by Secretaries Rene Almendras; Herminio Coloma (Presidential Communications Operations Office); Adrian Cristobal (Department of Trade and Industry); Albert del Rosario (Department of Foreign Affairs); and Cesar Purisima (Department of Finance), among others. (MNS)

Rosanna Roces to marry lesbian partner Rosanna Roces is getting married to a lesbian, the former sexy star revealed.

“I found my match,” Roces said.

“Alam mo kung paano ako magpalit ng lalaki noon, parang nagpapalit lang ng damit. ...Parang may something missing. So ayun, nakita ko na iyong something missing.”

The 43-year-old Roces did not reveal the identity or when and where they will get married.

Roces said she and her partner first became a couple back when she was 15 years old. But their relationship hit a snag when she decided to get pregnant.

“Akala niya mahal ko iyong tatay ni Grace,” said Roces, who was referring to her eldest daughter.

“Which is not kasi ginamit ko lang talaga siya para magkaroon ng baby na palalakihin namin.”

“So naghiwalay kami. Pero after noon, wala na akong naging seryosong relasyon. Parang may kulang eh. Alam kong hindi ito,” she added.

After 27 years, Roces again met her partner. “Kapag pala tinatama mo ang buhay mo, lahat pala ng mga bisyo mo na hindi mo gusto nandiyan, kusang mawawala with the help of the Lord. God hates the sin not the sinner,” she said.

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John Lloyd breaks silence on rumors linking him to Bea For the first time, John Lloyd Cruz addressed persistent rumors that he is now in a relationship with his long-time onscreen leading lady Bea Alonzo.

Cruz just laughed it off and insisted that he and Alonzo are not a couple.

“Hindi po. Magkaibigan po kami. Wala pong [relasyon],” he said.

Rumors romantically linking the two began circulating around the same time when Zanjoe Marudo confirmed his breakup with Alonzo.

The actress, however, has remained silent about their split.

A few days after Marudo’s confirmation, it was reported that Cruz has also called it quits with actress Angelica Panganiban.

Rumors about the breakup of Cruz and Panganiban have been swirling following reports late last year that the two were spending less time together due to their busy schedules.

As of writing, Panganiban has not spoken about her supposed breakup with Cruz as well. (MNS)

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Melai, Jason share key to happy marriage Celebrity couple Melai Cantiveros and Jason Francisco shared what they believe is the key to a happy marriage.

Cantiveros and Francisco, who started their love story inside the “Pinoy Big Brother” house in 2009, celebrated their second wedding anniversary last month.

Cantiveros said they always make an effort to “give the best to each other.”

“Kasi ‘yun ang importante, ‘yung nag-aangatan kami sa isa’t isa, hindi

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Iya Villania, Drew Arellano keen on having baby in 2016 Showbiz couple Iya Villania and Drew Arellano are planning to have a baby sometime this year.

In an interview with Villania at the “Lip Sync Battle Philippines” press launch, she said they are planning to expand their family and continue their respective showbiz work.

Villania, who co-hosts the new show with comedian Michael V, is currently appearing in afternoon series “Because of You,” headlining lifestyle program “Taste Buddies” with Solenn Heussaff, and is the showbiz correspondent of Chika Minute segment of “24 Oras.”

She said Arellano has not articulated his disapproval on her busy schedule amid trying to start a family.

“For as long as nakakauwi ako sa bahay, kaya. I think kaya naman.

Gagawan ng paraan... magbibigay ng oras,” she said. “He just wants me to enjoy, to pace myself. Kapag andyan na yung baby, I’ll be aware and be more sensitive on my body.

Pag na-feel ko na delikado at hindi kaya, then I’ll say something. Pag dumating na tayo doon.”

Villania added that “Project 2016,” or having a child this year, is very much on track and they are both excited for what’s in store for them in the future.

“I don’t think anyone is really ever ready (for motherhood), but I am excited,” she said.

She also does not regret not having a baby right after their January 2014 wedding because it gave them enough time to adjust and build a foundation for a lasting marriage.

“The adjusting period e na-enjoy namin. Whether we like it or not, there’s a different stress, there are different challenges that having a baby or having a child can bring. It allowed for us to enjoy time together, to adjust with the living in together before we added that challenge of having a kid,” she said.

“You still get to stay your own person. I think it’s (work) healthy that way. There’s so much time to revolve around each other. It’s still easy to do especially if you still don’t have a family kasi pag may pamilya ka na, mag-iiba na yung priorities e.

As of now, habang kaya, go parin.

Drew is supporting me,” Villania added. As for doing more shows on GMA-7, Villania approves of everything except doing drama.

“I did it (before)... last na yun. I find it very stressful and it doesn’t come naturally for me.”

‘yung naghihilaan kami,” she said.

Francisco agreed, saying he will always be his wife’s number one fan: “Basta ako, hanggang ngumingiti ako sa iyo at hanggang napapasaya mo ako at alam ko na ako ang number one fan mo, habangbuhay yan.”

“Walang ibang makakapagpasaya sa akin, ikaw lamang, kaya kita pinakasalan,” he added.

The couple said they have become more mature because of their baby girl, Amelia Lucille.

“Para kaming nag-start sa scratch

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na grabe kaming mag-away, immature talaga. Pero ngayon, eh, thank you, Lord [hindi na],” Cantiveros said.

Cantiveros and Francisco got married on December 9, 2013 at the Holy Cross Parish in General Santos City, three months after the comedienne announced her pregnancy. (MNS) FOR MORE NEWS AND INFORMATION VISIT

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Fun and self-discovery await next-gen Filipino-Americans on 2016 tour WASHINGTON, D.C. — Filipino-Americans aged 18 to 44 have the chance to rediscover their roots while taking on an exciting adventure in the Philippines by joining the “Now Philippines Tour” or simply, NOW Tour 2016, to be held on 7-14 April 2016 in the key destinations of Manila, Dumaguete and Cebu.

“Wherever I go in the United States, I meet young Filipino-Americans who are excited to learn more about the Philippines.

Theirs is the generation that is very conscious of its uniqueness, and how that uniqueness can be a powerful driver of self-actualization, achievement and the desire to make a difference in the world. It is our hope that the next generation of Filipino-Americans who will participate in this inaugural tour will not only discover an important component of their identity while in the Philippines, but also develop a life-long desire to give back to their country of heritage,” Philippine Ambassador to the United States Jose L. Cuisia, Jr. said.

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PHL procurement policy makers exchange best practices with US counterparts WASHINGTON, D.C. − Philippine Ambassador to the United States Jose L. Cuisia, Jr. received yesterday at the Philippine Embassy a high-level delegation from the Philippine Government Procurement Policy Board (GPPB) that is in the United States in connection with the Philippines Procurement Assistance Program under the Global Procurement Initiative of the United States Trade and Development Agency (USTDA). The Philippine delegation is composed of Undersecretaries Carlo Carag (Finance),

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PHL procurement policy makers exchange best practices with US counterparts WASHINGTON, D.C. â&#x2C6;&#x2019; Philippine Ambassador to the United States Jose L. Cuisia, Jr. received yesterday at the Philippine Embassy a high-level delegation from the Philippine Government Procurement Policy Board (GPPB) that is in the United States in connection with the Philippines Procurement Assistance Program under the Global Procurement Initiative of the United States Trade and Development Agency (USTDA).

The Philippine delegation is composed of Undersecretaries Carlo Carag (Finance), Ardeliza Medenilla (Public Works and Highways), Analiza Rebuelta Teh (Environment and Natural Resources), Edwin Enrile (Interior and Local Government), Catherine Gonzales (Transportation and Communication), Raul Aguilos (Energy), Carol Yorobe (Science and Technology) and Rolando Tungpalan (NEDA); and other officials from the Departments of Budget and Management, Education, Health, Public Works and Highways, and Trade and Industry, as well as the GPPB Technical Support Office. The delegation is in Washington, DC on 6-10 February, and will then proceed to Boston (10-11 February), New York (11-14 February) and Los Angeles (14-17 February).

The study visit is a follow-up to the three-day workshop held in September 2015 in Manila

that provided training to fifty (50) public procurement officials from various Philippine government agencies with respect to incorporating life-cycle cost analysis and value for money elements into government procurement practices in order to obtain the best value for government funds and improve overall procurement outcomes.

Ambassador Cuisia expressed full support for the project and emphasized the importance of improving efficiency in government procurement during his brief remarks to the delegation. â&#x20AC;&#x153;While the Aquino Administration has implemented a menu of crucial policy reforms, the inter-agency effort to reform the public procurement process may be one of the most critical, yet relatively underemphasized, initiative in ensuring bureaucratic efficiency while the Government gears public procurement and government spending towards attaining the best value for the Filipino people,â&#x20AC;? the Ambassador remarked.

Executive Director Dennis S. Santiago of the GPPB Technical Support Office echoed the message of the Ambassador, reiterating his earlier statement during the Manila workshop that, â&#x20AC;&#x153;as the Philippine economy further accelerates, it becomes even more crucial for government to work efficiently to support the countryâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s growth.â&#x20AC;?

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Bedans of SoCal induction April 16 San Beda College Alumni Association of Southern California (SBCAASC) is having their 34th Annual Induction Ball on April 16, 2016(Saturday) to be held at Anaheim Marriott Suites located at 12015 Harbor Blvd., Garden Grove, CA 92840 from 6:00 pm to midnight.

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FACC-SLAA Induction Gala to be held on March 12th at Holiday Inn Torrance Carson, CA ---- Cynthia Tan, president of the Filipino-American Chamber of Commerce SouthBay Los Angeles Area (FACC-SLAA) announced that the induction of its Board Members will be held on Saturday, March 12 at 6 pm at the Holiday Inn Los Angeles Gateway-Torrance. Tan added that Consul General Leo Herrera-Lim from the Philippine Consulate General in Los Angeles will be the inducting officer, while Assemblymember Rob Bonta and former Assemblyman Warren Furutani will be the guest speakers in the upcoming gala.

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Andrea Lupo, Director for Global Programs at the USTDA, said, â&#x20AC;&#x153;It has been an honor for USTDA to host our partners from the Government of the Philippines to strengthen our cooperation under the Global Procurement Initiative. Such high-level representation on this visit demonstrates the Governmentâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s commitment to obtaining the greatest value for public funds and the best development outcomes for the citizens of the Philippines.â&#x20AC;?

In Washington, DC, the delegation is expected to have a briefing on Best Value for Money, Innovations and Best Practices in Government Acquisition, as well as an overview of the U.S. Procurement System. In the other cities, they are expected to meet with procurement officials and to view case studies in value-based procurement. In Boston, the delegation will also visit MITâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Concrete Sustainability Hub to hear about innovative life-cycle cost analysis models for public infrastructure projects.

The USTDA Global Procurement Initiative (GPI) aims to educate public procurement officials about the use of best value and life-cycle cost analysis in the procurement process. Through the GPI, the USTDA has partnered with world-class experts from the George Washington University Government Procurement Law Program to provide in-country workshops, orientation visits/ study tours to the United States, and in-house procurement technical advisors.

Ambassador Cuisia thanked the USTDA officials who accompanied the Philippine delegation for the Philippines Procurement Assistance Program. He said that the program will promote transparency and accountability, and contribute to the sustainability of good governance and reform in government procurement. â&#x20AC;&#x153;This program and visit of the GPPB delegation early on in the 70th year of Philippine-US diplomatic relations is also a clear manifestation of our dynamic bilateral ties, and a testament to the strength of our partnership for mutual prosperity,â&#x20AC;? the Ambassador added.

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Do you need to be living in separate residences to be considered â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;separatedâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; from your spouse under the California Family Law? Family Code 760 provides that all property acquired by the spouse during the marriage is community property. That means each spouse has a half interest on any assets that are acquired during the marriage, with certain exceptions, since it is generally characterized as community property. On the same token, Family Code 771(a) provides that earnings and accumulations of a spouse while living â&#x20AC;&#x153;separate and apartâ&#x20AC;? from the other spouse, are the separate property of the spouse. How about the situation where the couple continues to live together due to economic reasons like roommates. Is a couple living â&#x20AC;&#x153;separate and apartâ&#x20AC;? under family code 771(a) when they continue to live together in the same home even though they no longer live their lives like married couple?

The California Supreme Court, in a recent case In re Marriage of Davis, 61 Cal 4th 4th 846 (2015), held that the phrase â&#x20AC;&#x153;living separate and apartâ&#x20AC;? in the California family code refers to a situation in which spouses are living in separate residences and at least one of them has the subjective intent to end the marital relationship, abrogating In re Marriage of Johnson, 134 Cal. App.3d.

148. Prior to this decision, the date of â&#x20AC;&#x153;separationâ&#x20AC;? occurs only when the parties have come to a parting of the ways with no present intent to resume their marriage and their conduct evidences a complete and final break in the marital relationship.

The Court would consider all of the relevant evidence regarding whether the partiesâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; conduct evidences a complete and final break in the marital relationship. Living in separate

residences, although a factor to be considered, was not required for a separation.

In re Marriage of Davis involved husband and wife married in 1993.

The couple had 2 children. Couple stopped having sexual relationship in 1999. Wife moved to another bedroom in the house either in 2001 or 2004. Husband and wife attended childrenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s activities but used separate cars. On June 1, 2006 wife announced she was â&#x20AC;&#x153;throughâ&#x20AC;? with the marriage. Wife believed couple were acting simply as roommates after 2006. Wife increased her earnings after this date while husband left his job. Parties continued to live in the marital home and went on vacation together. Wife filed for divorce in 2008. Wife moves out of the marital residence on July1, 2011. Wife alleges date of separation of June 1, 2006. Husband alleges a date of separation of July 1, 2011. The trial court and the court of appeal found June1, 2006 as the date of separation. The California Supreme Court reversed the decision holding that living in separate residences â&#x20AC;&#x153;is an indispensable threshold requirement for a finding that spouses are â&#x20AC;&#x153;living separate and apartâ&#x20AC;? for purposes of section 771(a). The interpretation aligns with the common understanding of the words, the statutory history of the provision, and legitimate pub-

lic policy concerns.

The In re Marriage of Davis decision now requires the parties to be living in separate residences as a prerequisite to a separation. In IRMO Davis, the California Supreme Court looked into the plain meaning of the statute, the legislative intent and history of the statute, and the case law in interpreting the term â&#x20AC;&#x153;separate and apart.â&#x20AC;? The California Supreme Court looked into the wording and legislative intent of family code 771(a) by tracing it back to a 145 year old predecessor statute enacted in 1870 â&#x20AC;&#x153; An Act to Protect the Rights of Married Women in Certain Cases.â&#x20AC;?

Section 4 of the 1870 act provided a procedure for a wife who was â&#x20AC;&#x153;living separate and apartâ&#x20AC;? from her husband to sell her real property without joining with her husband by stating in a declaration â&#x20AC;?her own place of residence that is â&#x20AC;&#x153;separate and apart from her husbandâ&#x20AC;? which strongly suggests that the statute was directed at a situation where the spouses had physically separated and the wife in fact had her own residence.

The Supreme Court also relied on the holding in the Norviel case which held that living apart physically is an indispensable threshold requirement to separation, whether or not it is sufficient, by itself to establish separation. Although the Davis case has adopted a bright line test in determining date of separation, it also acknowledge that there may be â&#x20AC;&#x153;exceptional circumstancesâ&#x20AC;? when a couple is under one roof but still separated. This was noted in footnote 7 in Davis and the concurring opinion written by Justice Liu and joined by Justice Werdergar. Davis

has listed facts that do not qualify as exceptional circumstances. The date of separation is one of the most litigated issues in a divorce case since it directly affects the characterization and division of community property.

This case changes that analysis and may create problems in its practical application to the realities of contemporary families.

Please note that this article is not legal advice and is not intended as legal advice. The article is intended to provide only general, non-specific legal information. This article is not intended to cover all the issues related to the topic discussed. The specific facts that apply to your matter may make the outcome different than would be anticipated by you.

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Hyundai Tucson wins 2016 Motorweek Drivers’ Choice Award Redesigned model recognized for value, performance, fuel efficiency FOUNTAIN VALLEY, Calif., Feb. 16, 2016 – The 2016 Hyundai Tucson was awarded MotorWeek’s Drivers’ Choice Award for “Best Small Utility” at the 2016 Chicago Auto Show. MotorWeek, television’s longest-running automotive series, has presented the Drivers’ Choice Awards annually since 1983.

“The redesigned Hyundai Tucson is fresher and better equipped than any direct compact crossover rival. It is also a bargain for its class,” said John Davis, creator, host and executive producer, MotorWeek. “All are starring qualities that should impress the masses, keeping Hyundai’s marquee shining bright.”

MotorWeek evaluated vehicles based on what consumers value the most: price, practicality, performance and fuel efficiency.

MotorWeek’s editorial staff then selected the best models in a variety of lifestyle categories. The overall “Best of the Year” Awards were then selected from those top vehicles.

“This accolade from MotorWeek distinguishes the 2016 Tucson from a crowded CUV segment for its advanced safety and technology features, along with high value proposition,” said Brandon Ramirez, senior group manager, product planning, Hyundai Motor America. “Hyundai is committed to engineering its CUVs to be affordable while delivering performance and fuel efficiency.”

The all-new 2016 Hyundai Tucson comes equipped with advanced safety features, including Lane Departure Warning, Blind Spot Detection, Rear Cross-Traffic Alert, Lane Change Assist, Backup Warning Sensors and Automatic Emergency Braking (AEB).

The 2016 Tucson also earned the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety’s (IIHS’s) 2016 TOP SAFETY PICK+designation.

Meanwhile, Hyundai was named the overall brand winner in the 2016 Kelley Blue Book 5-Year Cost to Own Awards. Hyundai ranked No. 1 among mainstream brands for its lowest projected ownership costs. These awards are based on Kelley Blue Book’s 5-Year Cost to Own data for new cars for the initial five-year ownership period.

While depreciation (or loss of value) and fuel costs may be the greatest expense incurred in owning a vehicle, there are other factors that can have a significant impact on a consumer’s budget.

Kelley Blue Book 5-Year Cost to Own information takes into consideration depreciation, expected fuel costs, finance and insurance fees, maintenance and repair costs, and state fees.

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consumers choose the vehicle that best fits their needs and their long-term budget, helping save money down the road,” said Dan Ingle, vice president of vehicle valuations, industry solutions and international for Kelley Blue Book. “In addition to a low Kelley Blue Book® Fair Purchase Price and low fuel, maintenance and repair costs across its full model lineup, Hyundai also has a midrange depreciation and insurance cost, making it the 2016 5-Year Cost to Own Best Brand among all automakers.”

Kelley Blue Book Fair Purchase Price is the price shoppers typically pay a dealer for a new car, based on actual new-car transactions and adjusted regularly as market conditions change. Some of the models driving Hyundai’s success include the 2016 Accent, Elantra, Sonata, Tucson and Veloster.

“Hyundai’s mission is to make things better,” said Mike O’Brien, vice president, corporate and product planning, Hyundai Motor America. Kelley Blue Book 5-Year Cost to Own information is developed using Kelley Blue Book® Residual Values to calculate depreciation costs. Kelley Blue Book calculates total ownership costs for new vehicles by applying a sophisticated valuation methodology along with critical financial data from third-party providers.

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The redesigned Hyundai Tucson is fresher and better equipped than any direct compact crossover rival. It is also a bargain for its class,” said John Davis, creator, host and executive producer, MotorWeek. “All are starring qualities that should impress the masses, keeping Hyundai’s marquee shining bright.”

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2017 Mitsubishi Mirage: New exterior design and added performance Mitsubishi Mirage continues to deliver outstanding fuel economy

CYPRESS, Calif., November 18, 2015 – Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. (MMNA) has announced details for the fuel-efficient 2017 Mitsubishi Mirage featuring a new exterior design, improved performance and enhanced interior appeal. Despite all that is new for Mirage in 2017, a few things didn’t change at all – Mirage still offers impressive fuel economy, attractive pricing and industry leading new vehicle and powertrain warranties. The Mitsubishi Mirage hatchback will be available at dealers in spring 2016.

“Mirage has gained popularity with its affordable and practical appeal,” said Don Swearingen, executive vice president, MNNA. “Mirage owners are looking for a vehicle that does its job well and is reliable. The Mirage continues to deliver all of those attributes, and the improvements to the 2017 model year will expand the Mirage’s appeal even more.”

The changes for the 2017 model year are led with the new exterior design. Mirage receives a fresh new look with redesigned hood, grille, front and rear bumper, fog and headlamps, rear spoiler and wheels.

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Inside, Mirage receives a design update with new seat fabrics, gauge cluster, steering wheel and shift panel.

The 2017 Mirage continues to utilize a 1.2-liter 3-cylinder DOHC engine featuring the latest version of Mitsubishi Innovative Valve timing Electronic Control variable valve-timing system that maximizes fuel efficiency and power output while greatly minimizing exhaust emissions.

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In addition, bigger diameter brake discs (251 mm) are used in the front and the rear brake drums (203 mm) have increased 23 millimeters. Every 2017 Mirage comes equipped with a wide array of safety features and technologies.

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Often we see in Sunday newspapers and magazines lot of sale is being done where you can buy even fresh cars which have not run 10,000 miles. If you are well versed with the car and its make, model and running conditions then you can go ahead and make a deal. It has become a hobby for influential and rich persons to change their car frequently for sentimental reasons. Sometimes you can see brand new cars which have been

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During the initial years you need not have to change the brakes or check the battery and the exhaust system of the car. The warranties for some branded cars may go up to 3 or 4 years depending on the model.

Above all you need not spend for fresh insurance coverage since the owner had already taken one. You are more fortunate if the car has covered only less miles because some leading manufacturers give warranty for a few years or with thousands of miles. You have increased choices if you have read these details when buying a used car.

More vehicles are there with the dealers with lot of options in prices as well as accessories. Warranty can

Close end lease payment plus tax for 36 months on above average approved credit. Payment net of Lease Cash Rebate and/or Bonus Cash Rebate. $2999 cash or trade equity, plus tax, license and registration fees due at lease signing. No security deposit. 12,000 miles per year, 36k total miles with 15 cents per mile thereafter. Subject to availability and charges for excess wear and tear. Not all lessees may qualify, higher lease rates apply for lessees with lower credit ratings. Effective through Feb. 29, 2016.

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ALL NEW 2016 Honda Accord LX

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APR

on limited long term financing on select new Honda models for well qualified buyers. On approved credit.

2 at this price

1 at this price

Stk/VIN (26520/525137, 26544/524335) Starting at $20,275. $4,055 due at lease signing plus destination, tax, title & tags. 39 month lease, 12k miles/yr. 36 miles with $0.15 per excess mile. No security deposit required. On approved above average credit through American Honda Financial Services.

Orly Roque

Stk/ VIN (26601/119027) Model CR2F3GEW Starting at $23,725. $4,499 due at lease signing plus destination, tax, title & tags. 39 month lease, 12k miles/yr. 36 miles with $0.15 per excess mile. No security deposit required. On approved above average credit through American Honda Financial Services.

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Lease for only

ALL NEW 2016 Honda CRV LX

$159

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per month plus tax at 36 months

WAS $10,489

NOW

$8,989

(251628A/DN735288)

2011 HONDA CIVIC

2008 HONDA CIVIC WAS $11,091

NOW

$9,591

(92079A/8L003983)

2009 HONDA ACCORD EX-L NAVI

WAS $13,091

WAS $13,491

NOW

NOW

$11,591 (26408A/BH304538)

2013 HONDA ACCORD WAS $17,791

NOW

$16,291 (26399A/DA023491)

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of Glendale

1 at this price

2 at this price Starting at $24,645. $4,679 due at lease signing plus destination, tax, title & tags. 36 month lease, 12k miles/yr. 36 miles with $0.15 per excess mile. No security deposit required. On approved above average credit through American Honda Financial Services.

$11,991 (92070/9A122612)

2013 SCION FR-S

2006 HONDA PILOT EX-L WAS $11,391

NOW

$9,891

(92103/6B032278)

2014 CHEVROLET IMPALA WAS $14,480

NOW

$12,980 (92010A/E1105668)

2012 MAZDA CX-9 GRAND TOURING

WAS $21,991

WAS $22,091

NOW

NOW

$20,491

(92062/D1734715)

$20,591 (26093A/C0365421)

$228

per month plus tax at 36 months

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Starting at $34,255. $5,419 due at lease signing plus destination, tax, title & tags. 36 month lease, 12k miles/yr. 36 miles with $0.15 per excess mile. No security deposit required. On approved above average credit through American Honda Financial Services.

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1.9% APR

On Select Honda Models

ON APPROVED CREDIT FOR QUALIFIED BUYERS

2011 NISSAN LEAF WAS $11,491

NOW

$9,991

(25332A/BT0041143)

2012 HONDA CIVIC EX-L WAS $14,498

NOW

$12,998 (26268A/CH521653)

2012 BMW 3 SERIES 328i WAS $23,498

NOW

$21,998 (26470A/CF432610)

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NOW

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$

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399

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No security deposit required. 10k miles per year with .25c per miles on excess mileage. Expires February 23, 2016

*MSRP $41,125 at 36 month lease on approved average credit, $4,553 plus tax and license due at signing.

No security deposit required. 10k miles per year with .25c per miles on excess mileage. Expires February 23, 2016

“Available only to qualified customers at participating authorized Mercedes-Benz dealers through Mercedes-Benz Financial Services (where applicable to advertised lease) through February 23, 2016. Advertised lease rate based on a gross capitalized cost of $34,550. Includes destination charge, premium package, becker MAP PILOT® -pre-writing, becker MAP PILOT® and transpotation charge. Excludes title, taxes, registration, license fees, insurance, dealer prep. and additional options. Total monthly payments equal $12,564. Cash due at signing includes $2,499 capitalized cost reduction, $795 acquisition fee, and first month’s lease payment of $349. Total payments equal $15,858. Subject to credit approval. No security deposit required.”

“Available only to qualified customers at participating authorized Mercedes-Benz dealers through Mercedes-Benz Financial Services (where applicable to advertised lease) through February 23, 2016. Advertised lease rate based on a gross capitalized cost of $40,192. Includes destination charge, premium package, and transpotation charge. Excludes title, taxes, registration, license fees, insurance, dealer prep. and additional options. Total monthly payments equal $14,364. Cash due at signing includes $3,359 capitalized cost reduction, $795 acquisition fee, and first month’s lease payment of $399. Total payments equal $18,518. Subject to credit approval. No security deposit required.”

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509

$

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Mercedes-Benz 2016 E350 LEASE FORR

$

529

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No security deposit required. 10k miles per year with .25c per miles on excess mileage. Expires February 23, 2016

*MSRP $58,205 at 36 month lease on approved average credit, $5,073 plus tax and license due at signing.

No security deposit required. 10k miles per year with .25c per miles on excess mileage. Expires February 23, 2016

“Available only to qualified customers at participating authorized Mercedes-Benz dealers through Mercedes-Benz Financial Services (where applicable to advertised lease) through February 23, 2016. Advertised lease rate based on a gross capitalized cost of $50,446. Includes destination charge, premium package, and transpotation charge. Excludes title, taxes, registration, license fees, insurance, dealer prep. and additional options. Total monthly payments equal $18,324. Cash due at signing includes $3,165 capitalized cost reduction, $795 acquisition fee, and first month’s lease payment of $509. Total payments equal $22,284. Subject to credit approval. No security deposit required.”

“Available only to qualified customers at participating authorized Mercedes-Benz dealers through Mercedes-Benz Financial Services (where applicable to advertised lease) through February 23, 2016. Advertised lease rate based on a gross capitalized cost of $54,680. Includes destination charge, premium package, and transpotation charge. Excludes title, taxes, registration, license fees, insurance, dealer prep. and additional options. Total monthly payments equal $19,044. Cash due at signing includes $3,749 capitalized cost reduction, $795 acquisition fee, and first month’s lease payment of $529. Total payments equal $23,588. Subject to credit approval. No security deposit required.”