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Award-Winning Newspaper • Your No. 1 Source of News and Information on Filipinos November 6 -12, 2010 www. lipinopress.com loce al n ws ELECTION 2010 PACQUIAO VS. MARGARITO Consulate SATURDAY, NOV. 13 • COWBOYS STADIUM • DALLAS Fil-Am becomes outreach postponed California’s top National City program visit rescheduled for Nov. 13-14 court justice

LOS ANGELES — Because electronic passports will be is- Fil-Ams win seats locally, statewide sued instead of the machine readable passports formerly is- sued, the Philippine Consular as familiar faces return to positions Outreach Program in Nation- al City originally scheduled for in National City and Congress Nov. 6 has been postponed to Nov. 13-14 from 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. and 2:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. Compiled from news reports Valencia to reclaim Seat 5 on at the Council of the Philippine the Sweetwater Union High American Organizations of San Filipino-Americans and local School District School Board. Diego County Center, 832 E Av- candidates faired well in elec- In National City (with not enue. tions locally, statewide and na- all absentee and provisional The following consular servic- WBC World Super Welterweight title tionally in the outcome of the votes counted) it appears Ron es will be offered: Nov. 2 midterm elections. Morrison has been returned to Applications for electron- In California, voters ap- the mayor’s office with a sub- ic passport (ePassport) (Cost: on the line as fighters set to duke it out in Dallas proved of stantial majority of votes over $60)to be returned to the ap- Gov. Arnold his closest competitor, Council- plicant by mail at an addition- S c h w a r - member and Vice Mayor Alejan- al cost of $6. z e n n e g - dra Soteleo-Solis. Applications for the retention er’s choice Mona Alvarado-Rios and Luis and re-acquisition of Philippine of Fil- Natividad seem likely to pre- citizenship pursuant to Republic TEXAS TORNADO Am Tani vail in a tight race that includ- Act 9225 or Dual Citizenship Law C a n t i l - ed Ditas Yamane and Frank Lo- (Cost: $50) Oath-taking will be Pacquiao allays fears, Margarito: Training, not S a k a u y e pez for the two open city council scheduled on the same day for to fight at 150 lbs. height, reach key to victory to become seat in National City. qualified applicants. the state’s In the 51st Congressional Applications for Report of Mar- By Lito Gutierrez By Nick Giongco Tani Cantil-Sakauye first non- District, Democrat Bob Filner riage & Birth (Cost: $25) will be and Gerard L. Estrella white and was returned to office, fending accepted but will be processed in reparation, not Antonio only the off Republican challenger Nick Los Angeles and returned to the anny Pacquiao last week Margarito’s advantage in second fe- Popaditch. applicant by mail at an addition- sought to allay fears that Pheight and reach nor Man- male chief Three other Fil-Ams in the al cost of $6. Mhis political career and ny Pacquiao’s edge in speed will justice of state were re-elected mayor — Notarization of documents skipping training camp were jeop- determine the winner of the much- the state Cristopher Cabaldon of West (Cost: $25) will be accepted but ardizing his chances of winning awaited Nov. 13 duel in Dallas. s u p r e m e Sacramento, Pete Sanchez of will be processed in Los Angeles the WBC super welterweight fight Margarito, who has been train- court. Suisun City in Solano County and returned to the applicant by on Nov. 13 against Antonio Mar- ing like hell the last nine weeks C a n t i l - and Jose Esteves of Milpitas. mail at an additional cost of $6. garito in Dallas. under the tutelage of Robert Gar- S a k a u y e , Elsewhere, Mike Guingona, By appointment only Pacquiao, the seven-division ti- cia, said in his diary on ESPN that Arlie Ricasa d a u g h t e r Rob Bonta and Pat Gacoscos The following services will tle holder also known as the “Pac- training will be the key in the of a Filipi- topped the city council elections be offered by appointment only. man,” told a roaring crowd at San- scheduled 12-round super-welter- na farm worker and a Filipino- in Daly City, Alameda City and No walk-in applicants will be ta Monica Place, a mall in this weight title fight, hinting that it is Portuguese plantation worker, Union City, respectively. Hydra accepted. swanky oceanside city, that he himself, and not the Filipino, who made history as the first Asian- Mendoza was No. 1 in the race Appointment Scheduling Steps had been diligently training and is more prepared. American, and also the young- for the San Francisco School for ePassport Applicants est jurist, to hold the highest Board. • Visit the Philippine Con- See pacquiao on 19 See margarito on 19 position in any state judiciary Myrna de Vera won a seat in sulate website (www.philippine- in the United States. She will the Hercules City council, while consulatela.org) and download serve a 12-year term. Joanne del Rosario was reelect- and complete the ePassport ap- Arlie Ricasa, San Diego’s only ed to the Colma town council. plication form; WHERE TO WATCH INSIDE Fil-Am serving in an elective of- • No later than Nov. 8 or un- TV: The fight will be broadcast Sorts‘ p : no mercy’ fice, topped challenger Andrew til we receive 160 applications, live on DIRECTV and Cox Mercito “No Mercy” Gesta whichever comes first, send an Digital Cable on HBO PPV. recaps his Oct. 22 fight and advance copy of the completed PALA PARTY: The fight will be talks about what he sees in his NATIONAL CITY ePassport application form and shown casino-wide including future. The undefeated boxer is MAYOR & COUNCIL data page (bearing the name and the Center Bar Stage. 6 p.m. well on his way to conquering a photo) of the expired or expiring Admission is free. world title. ELECTION RESULTS* passport to the consulate by fax ONLINE: Visit TopRank.com or By Brandi Perez Mayor: Ron Morrision (right) HBO.com for fight updates. PAGE 16 See OUTRC EA H on 18 Council: Mona Rios & Luis Natividad

Photos: Pacquiao vs. Margarito courtesy DIRECTV/Mercito Gesta by Paul Gallegos * Likely outcome with not all votes counted. Lincecum joins ranks of Fil-Am sports heroes

San Francisco Giants arely two weeks before Manny Lincecum, 25, was modest in victory. full seasons. He is also the only pitch- pitcher Tim Lincecum Pacquiao goes for another record, “We did it as a team. We put it togeth- er to strike out more than 260 hitters in was a key player in the an eighth title in as many weight er and that’s how we won it,” Lincecum each of those two seasons. team’s World Series B division, at the Cowboys Stadium in Ar- said. In February, Lincecum became victory over the Texas Rangers on Nov. 1. lington, Texas, a Fil-Am hurler made It was a big win indeed for the highest-paid pitcher in the his own mark at the Texas Rangers di- the 5-11, 172-pounder, who Gi- MLB in his first year of eligibil- amond. ants manager Bruce Bochy calls ity in after signing a $23 million Tim Lincecum, with a diminutive the “Freak.” two-year deal with the San Fran- stature and lanky frame, helped make After being picked to start cisco Giants. things happen for San Francisco, hold- against Texas’ Cliff Lee in Game 1, The deal was reported to surpass ing the Rangers to only three hits over Lincecum has gained a popular Filipino the record set by Boston closer Jonathan eight innings and keying the Giants’ 3-1 following. Papelbon who signed for $6.25 million in Illustration: Tony Robles victory and a World Series’ clinching 4-1 He is the first pitcher in Major League 2009. http://tonypsd.blogspot.com romp Monday, Nov. 1. Baseball history to win the prestigious Facebook | Tony.psd But in a typical Filipino manner, Cy Young Award in each of his first two See linc ecum on 18 2 THE FILIPINO PRESS November 6 -12, 2010

RP makes big strides in meeting MDGs MANILA, Philippines — The Philippines made considerable strides in meeting the Millennium Development Goals (MDGs) but chal- lenges remained to be hurdled in other areas. NEDA Director General Dr. Cayetano W. Paderanga reported during the Millennium Development Goals (MDG) Congress that the Philip- pines has made considerable progress in meeting the MDGs, includ- ing the reduction of mortality rate among children aged five years and below, reversing the incidence and death rate associated with malaria, increasing tuberculosis treatment success rate, expanding access to sanitation, and providing equal opportunities for girls in the area of education. “However, it was also revealed that challenges remained to be hurdled in the area of universal access to elementary education, maternal mortality ratio, the rate of HIV cases, and environmental sustainability. The 2010 Philippine Progress Report on the MDGs in- dicated that poverty incidence among the population has gone up from 30.0 percent in 2003 to 32.9 percent in 2006,” Paderanga said. The increase in the poverty incidence, he said, is due to the conse- quences of the global economic and energy crises as well as natural disasters that hit the country. Paderanga noted that the next medium-term Philippine De- velopment Plan 2010-2016 will prioritize the outcome of this MDG Congress. National and local government officials, together with develop- Aquino downplays ment partners from the United Nations, the international donor community and civil society, discussed breakthrough strategies and put forward their commitments to speed up implementa- tion of efforts at the first ever MDG Congress as a national follow through on its commitment to achieve the Millennium Develop- ment Goals (MDGs) by 2015. Republican win in U.S. The event, organized jointly by the Department of Foreign Af- fairs (DFA) and the National Economic and Development Author- Photo: Jay Morales/Malacañang Photo Bureau ity (NEDA), in cooperation with the United Nations Country Team Philippines President Benigno Aquino shakes hand with U.S. President Barack Obama on Sept. 25 on the sidelines of the Association of (UNCT), presented the government’s “breakthrough plans” which Southeast Asian Nations at the Waldorf-Astoria Hotel in New York during Aquino’s first official visit to the United States. On Nov. 4, Aquino will pave the way to ensuring that the Philippines achieves its said Republican during the midterm elections should have no effect on U.S. involvement in Southeast Asia. MDG targets. Foreign Affairs Secretary Alberto Romulo said that while there have MANILA, Philippines — will be no major changes as far “Democrats are general- and elsewhere,” he said. been successes in achieving some of the MDGs, there have been President Benigno Aquino as their involvement in South- ly more receptive of immi- Evardone said efforts to rein some obstacles, which should be looked at as opportunities. III said on Thursday, Nov. east Asia are concerned.” gration reforms that would in the outsourcing of jobs would 4, the Republicans’ capture Rep. Ben Evardone of East- set the path toward the le- be frustrated by the Republi- “While the Philippines still faces considerable obstacles in attain- of the majority in the U.S. ern Samar said that tighter galization of illegal immi- cans because of their pro-busi- ing the MDGs, we are also considered as having pockets of ‘good House of Representatives immigration rules would be grants, Filipino TNTs includ- ness orientation and their ba- practices’ that are worthy of emulation, such as in malaria control should have no major impact the “downside” of the Repub- ed,” Evardone said. sic philosophy of staying out of and on water management use,” Romulo said. on American involvement in licans again taking control However, there’s also a sil- the affairs of private business. “As the country’s eyes, ears and mouthpieces on global discussions Southeast Asia. of the House, and it was bad ver lining, Evardone said. “The Republican gains regarding development assistance in the various office around the Commenting on the re- news for undocumented Fili- “The significant [Republi- would put the brakes on the world, the DFA plays a vital role as the country’s first line of contact sults of the U.S. midterm elec- pinos or “TNTs.” can] electoral gains … would growing calls within the U.S. with our international development partner. We are committed to tions, Aquino said the Ameri- In a text message, Evardone impact on two issues of vi- to limit the outsourcing of continue that said cooperation,” he added. (philstar.com) cans had a resilient economy said Republicans had cam- tal importance to the Philip- jobs,” he said. “There is a and their democratic process- paigned partly for tighter immi- pines — immigration and downside and an upside from es “have [been] firmly institu- gration rules to ward off people offshore jobs that U.S. compa- the Republican Party’s elector- Japan OKs P21.4-B loan assistance for PHL road projects tionalized so we believe there sneaking into United States. nies outsource to our country al gains.” (inquirer.net) MANILA, Philippines — Japan has approved a P21.4-billion loan assistance to the Philippines for the maintenance and improvement of the country’s roads, Malacañang said. Presidential Communications Development and Strategic Planning secretary Ramon Carandang said Japanese Prime Minister Naoto Binay to hold Kan recently relayed this to President Benigno Aquino III. Aquino urges medical field to Government-run dzRB radio reported the approval came quickly, as the Philippines had completed the requirements for the loan consultations assistance only. help eradicate poverty in RP The dzRB report also said Japan assured Aquino of help for MANILA, Philippines — Philippine health workers seeking work in Japan, particularly in Vice President Jejomar Binay MANILA, Philippines – Presi- lessening the burden for medi- “The more you engage in charity, language training. will be holding consultations dent Benigno S. Aquino III called cal expenses for the less unfor- the more we can reduce out-of-pock- Philippine health workers had cited problems adjusting in Japan with several government agen- on the medical practitioners to tunate Filipinos. et expenses for the poor,” he added. due to the language barrier. cies and other groups in con- become partners in the govern- It would also augment the gov- “Of course, I am not asking you to nection with his new post as ment’s fight to eradicate poverty, ernment’s anti-poverty programs impoverish yourselves, but merely On the other hand, the dzRB report said Aquino appeared excited presidential adviser on over- which he described as the most such as the Conditional Cash to try and give more for your coun- after bilateral talks, even interrupting Carandang’s briefing to seas Filipino worker concerns, recognizable cancer that afflicts Transfer Program, which aims to trymen and your country.” Manila-based reporters covering the president’s visit. his spokesman said recently. our society, by taking time to “do fight poverty by giving stipends The President also exhorted the “Secretary, why won’t you share the good news with them," it Spokesman Joey Salga- more charity work.” and food to the poorest families if delegates “to find a way to offer quoted Aquino as telling Carandang. (MNS) do said Binay will be hold- The Chief Executive made his they meet certain requirements, their service and expertise to poor ing consultations with the De- appeal during his keynote ad- such as sending their children to families in the Philippines, espe- partment of Foreign Affairs, dress at the joint opening ceremo- school regularly, or getting their cially those in the far flung areas.” FMIC income rises 63% to P1.3 billion in first half the Department of Labor and nies of the International Federa- babies vaccinated. He expressed hope that this MANILA, Philippines — The solid performance of the Philippine Employment, and non-gov- tion of Head and Neck Oncologic “I am sure you have devoted “event will serve as an impetus economy and the numerous capital-raising activities of corporates ernment organizations "at the Societies (IFHNOS) and the Phil- much time and effort to practice propelling your organizations and financial institutions boosted the consolidated net income of soonest time possible" to deter- ippine Societies of Otolaryngol- your profession. But let me make and the whole medical society First Metro Investment Corp. (FMIC) by 63 percent to P1.3 billion in mine the issues and concerns ogy-Head and Neck Surgery this request: please find the time in achieving your pursuit to the first half of this year. of OFWs. (PSO-HNS) conventions. to engage in more charity work. provide quality, equitable and Total assets at the end of the first semester reached P60.7 billion, He said the consultations The President said that the I know that many of you already sustainable healthcare, not just two percent higher than the end-2009 level, while capital funds will provide inputs for the rec- charity work of health practi- do this,” said the President. “Can for the Filipinos, but for the rest rose eight percent to P9.3 billion, which translates to a healthy capi- ommendations to be made by tioners would greatly help in I ask that you give until it hurts?” of the world.” (MNS) tal adequacy ratio (CAR) of 20.76 percent. the vice president to President Benigno Aquino III concerning FMIC president Francisco Sebastian said the weakening European the country's overseas workers. psychological examinations and credit markets, the low employment numbers in the US and slump- "The vice president recog- other standards and qualifica- ing Chinese stocks contrasted with the strong performance of nizes that our economy has Senate bill seeks to create tions that may be set by the board. emerging markets, including the Philippines. been largely sustained by the The proposed measure likewise “The operating environment buoyed our business with the solid eco- remittances of OFWs. He be- states that a boxing road show in nomic performance of the Philippine and Asian economies,” he said. lieves that it is only fair and PHL boxing academy the form of a tournament shall be As expected, FMIC’s investment banking group (treasury) took the just that they receive more conducted yearly in various prov- lead in domestic fund-raising for both government and private sec- from their government in MANILA, Philippines — Not- mentals and providing them with inces to help identify local poten- tor, generating high fees of P363.2 million, a 24 percent expansion. terms of welfare assistance ing that local boxers have always scientific boxing training pro- tial talents who may be recruited and pro-active policies. This is brought acclaim to the country, grams," Lapid said in his bill. as scholars to the academy. FMIC director and investment bank group head Roberto Juanchito the commitment of the Presi- Senator Lito Lapid has filed a bill Lapid is the chairman of the The bill says that a monthly Dispo said the group’s strong performance was characterized by a dent and is shared by the vice that would establish the Philippine Senate committee on games, stipend, to be determined by the reduction of interest costs, realized gains from government securi- president," Salgado said. Boxing Academy or the Philbaca. amusement, and sports. Office of the President upon the ties trading, and effective distribution of fixed income securities. Salgado said Binay like- Senate Bill 2508 or the Box- SB 2508 says that to be eligi- recommendation of the acade- ”Gross earnings rose 27 percent to P2.4 billion,” Dispo added. wise thanked Aquino for giv- ing Academy Act of 2010 seeks to ble for admission to the Philbaca, my's board, and living quarters The investment arm of the Metrobank Group of Companies expects ing him the post, which was create the Philbaca which is ex- the candidate must be: shall be extended to all student- its total earnings to stay within its record level for the rest of the previously held by his prede- pected to recruit, train, and as- • At least 12 but not more scholars during the duration of year, and possibly sustain next year. cessor former Vice President sist talented boxers and other than 35 years old; their stay at Philbaca. Officials said banks are still expected to raise capital in anticipation Noli De Castro. boxing personnel. • A natural-born citizen of the The bill also requires the De- of new risk measures of Basel III, private firms will still take advan- "Vice President Binay ex- "Given the continuing patron- Philippines; partment of Education to include tage of the low interest environment over initial public offers, and tends his appreciation to Pres- age and desire of more young ath- • In possession of the skills boxing fundamentals as an elec- government will likely restructure debts to long-term ones. ident Aquino for appointing letes to get into boxing, the govern- and talent of "a potential world tive subject in the physical ed- him as presidential adviser ment should provide the necessary caliber athlete" as determined by ucation curriculum of all pub- FMIC is looking at developing new competencies and new markets on OFW concerns," he said. support to our aspiring boxers by the board; and lic schools and state universities in the face of a new Philippines and the Asian markets, which has (MNS) teaching them the proper funda- • Able to pass the physical and and colleges. 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California McMillin mortgage defaults rose New home hires REO in 3rd quarter and short sales stuck at sale expert By Nadja Brandt

SAN DIEGO, Calif. — Cali- Long-time Chula Vista res- fornia home-mortgage defaults rock-bottom ident and REO and short sale climbed 19 percent in the specialist Jorge Garcia has third quarter from the previ- been hired by McMillin Realty. ous three months as the state's Garcia has worked in real es- unemployment rate lingered tate for 12 years and, in 2006, close to a three-decade high, recognized that the market MDA DataQuick said. was changing and he had to Homeowners in the most- learn new skills to help his cli- populous state received ents. With the guidance of Har- 83,261 default notices, up ris Real Estate University, he from 70,051 in the second learned how to negotiate short quarter, the San Diego-based sales and has since become research company said Tues- a leader in the area and has day in a statement. even co-authored a book on the Defaults fell 26 percent subject to guide homeowners from a year earlier. through the short-sale process. California's unemployment According to Garcia, he is rate was 12.4 percent in Sep- dedicated to continually im- tember, the U.S. Labor De- proving his real estate knowl- partment said recently. edge and skills and utilizing That's close to the 12.6 per- new and exciting methods, cent record reached in March, programs, systems, and ser- according to agency, whose data vices to protect his clients' as- goes back to 1976. The U.S. job- sets and sell their properties less rate held at 9.6 percent. in the shortest time possible. Mortgage defaults were high- By Dawn Wotapka September’s new-home sales Indeed, shares of home headwinds including elevat- This philosophy is centered er in California's less expensive climbed 6.6% from a month builders fell following the news. ed unemployment — a figure on REO-listing maintenance, areas. Neighborhoods with me- While new-home sales rose earlier to a seasonally adjust- Lennar Corp. recently declined some expect to climb into the maintaining relationships dian home prices of less than from a depressed level in Septem- ed annual rate of 307,000 the 2.28%, while Hovnanian En- new year — and depressed with lenders and identifying $200,000 had 14.4 defaults for ber, they’re still really, really low. Commerce Department said terprises Inc. lost 1.9%. housing values. Home pric- and making property repairs every 1,000 homes, compared And home builders continue Wednesday. When compared The report wasn’t entirely es, already down dramati- to facilitate the quickest sale. with 2.7 defaults per 1,000 in struggling. What a change from to a year earlier, the rate tum- negative. The median price cally from the peak, slipped areas with prices of at least earlier this year, when builders bled 21.5%. September saw the came in at $223,800, up 3.3% in August, according to the $800,000, MDA DataQuick said. were snapping up land in prep- fourth-worst monthly reading from a year earlier. The num- S&P Case-Shiller home- Defaults reached a peak in aration for a recovery expect- since 1963, though these sta- ber of unsold new homes price indexes covering major California in the first quarter ed by year end. But those sales tistics are notoriously prone to fell to the lowest level since metro areas. of 2009, when 135,431 notices gains came as the government later revisions. 1968: September’s supply Meanwhile, some banks were filed, said the data pro- offered buyers a tax credit of Regardless, sales “re- registered 8 months, down have suspended the foreclo- vider, a unit of Richmond, Brit- up to $8,000. Since that offer’s mained stuck at near rock- from 8.6 a month earlier. Six sure process in recent weeks, ish Columbia-based MacDon- April 30 expiration, builders bottom levels,” said Patrick months typically indicates a which threatens to keep the have struggled to find stability Newport, an economist with healthy balance. See d efaults on 5 without government support. IHS Global Insight. Builders face continued See hm o e sales on 5

Jorge Garcia

“Understanding my clients’ needs is the most important step in helping them to achieve their real estate goals,” said Garcia. “I work hard to keep my clients informed through every step of the process so that they can make the best decision for their families.” Bilingual in English and Spanish, he is affiliated with such industry organizations as National Association of Real- tors, California Association of Realtors and San Diego Asso- ciation of Realtors. Find Gar- cia's short-sale book, “Should I Short Sale My Home,” at is- suu.com/mcmillinrealty/docs where it can be read or down- loaded for free. McMillin Realty is a full- service real estate company serving all of San Diego with a focus in South County. For more information, visit www. mcmillinrealty.com. November 6 -12, 2010 THE FILIPINO PRESS 5 home sales defaults Continued from p­­­­­age 4 Continued from p­­­­­age 4 California home-mortgage defaults climbed glut of foreclosed homes on ald, Dettwiler & Associates Ltd. 19 percent in the third quarter from the pre- the market and further de- The third-quarter data pre- lay recovery. cedes the impact, if any, of fore- vious three months as the state's unemploy- Some industry watchers closure suspensions by loan ment rate lingered close to a three-decade high. say the situation could even- servicers such as Bank of Amer- tually help builders, but ica Corp., Ally Financial Inc. and that hasn’t happened yet. JPMorgan Chase & Co. after al- Default notices, filed at coun- (NYSE: BFW); Wells Fargo; “So many buyers have legations they used "robo-signers" ty recorders' offices, are the first and Washington Mutual (Pink: been burned so badly that to push through repossessions step in foreclosing on a home. WAMUQ), acquired by JPMor- housing demand is likely to without verifying documentation. A homeowner can halt a gan (NYSE: JPM) in 2008. remain depressed for years,” "Over the past year, with foreclosure by catching up on Those lenders were the most wrote Mike Larson, a re- some minor ups and downs, fi- payments, refinancing or sell- active in 2006, according to the al-estate and interest-rate nancial institutions and their ing the property. data company. analyst at Weiss Research. servicers have been processing a Countrywide Financial The median origination date “Competition from cheap, fairly steady number of defaults Corp., now owned by Bank of for the third quarter's default- distressed, used homes is each quarter," MDA DataQuick America (NYSE: BAC), origi- ed loans was August 2006. also working against the President John Walsh said. nated the most California loans MDA DataQuick compiles its home builders.” "That probably has more to that went into default in the surveys using county records do with their capacity to pro- quarter, MDA DataQuick said. and supplies real-estate infor- cess defaults than with higher It was followed by Bank of mation to customers including Builders face or lower levels of incoming dis- America; World Savings, now public agencies, lenders and ti- tress," he said. part of Wells Fargo & Co. tle companies. (sddt.com) continued headwinds including elevated unemployment — a figure some expect to climb into the new year — and depressed housing values.

The sector’s turmoil is apparent in builder’s quar- terly results. Late Tuesday, Standard Pacific Corp. said it made a profit of $0.02 per share in its third quar- ter, an improvement from a loss of $0.10 a year earlier. But closings fell by a third and orders plunged near- ly 40%. The Ryland Group, which reports results late Wednesday, is expected to show similar declines. “It appears that the na- tion’s economic recovery may take longer than many anticipated,” Ken Camp- bell, Standard Pacific’s chief executive, said in the release. (wsj.com) 6 THE FILIPINO PRESS November 6 -12, 2010

battles we face. As much as we want to enjoy the sweetness of victory, it is the pain that also teaches us some deep and meaningful lessons and actu- ally may make the feeling of victory that much sweeter. This further reminds me of when I was much younger and facing some personal disap- pointments. A friend once told me, “Susan, you have to learn how to roll with life’s punch- es.” If you don’t learn how to ‘Sports Lang’ be flexible in dealing with things, situations and people — discerning what is within his week‘s edition hap- sion of those people engag- and out of your control — then pens to be a sports-filled ing in contact- and non-con- you will have difficulties in ad- Tissue, with special fo- tact sports — “Sports Lang,” justing in life. cus — obviously — on boxing. which means one should not What is important is to With the much-awaited fight take offense or feel slighted if keep your values intact and of Pacquiao vs. Margarito on one happens to lose or there is know what is negotiable and Nov. 13, the Filipino communi- an accidental blow or hurt in- non-negotiable. As for every- ty will again hit center stage curred, as there was no mal- thing else, whether you lose globally. Locally, boxer Merci- ice or the hurt was not inten- or fall down, then just get up, to Gesta is a rising star with tional. It just comes with the think “Sports Lang,” and move his eye on titles of his own, as territory. As we all know, ev- ahead with the lessons you’ve Assistant Editor Brandi Perez ery sports activity has inher- learned so you can employ new writes in our Sports & Enter- ent danger or hazards associ- winning strategies. tainment section. ated with it. For comments and sugges- As I mulled the idea of sports I guess just like in life, tions, e-mail me at susands4@ as entertainment, I happened sometimes we win and some- yahoo.com or visit us at www. to remember a favorite expres- times we lose in challenges or filipinopress.com.

Dean of the U.P. College of cross-purposes. This would be of the Supreme Court, to wit: Last October 15, 2010, the Cmntom e ary Law, learned from a student of ironic since the article was writ- “It is within this frame that Supreme Court -- on a 10-2 de- international law that Del Cas- ten precisely to argue for the the Faculty of the Universi- cision -- absolved Del Castillo tillo lifted quotes and footnotes appropriate legal remedy for ty of the Philippines College of plagiarism for “lack of mer- – without crediting the au- victims of war crimes, genocide, of Law views the charge that it.” The two justices who voted Judicial Voodoo thors -- from three internation- and crimes against humanity.” an Associate Justice of the Su- against the ruling were Conchi- ally published articles. Conse- Pretty soon, calls for disci- preme Court committed pla- ta Carpio-Morales and Maria quently, lawyers Harry Roque pline against the 10 justices giarism and misrepresentation Lourdes Sereno. Justices An- vs. Rule of Law and Romel Bagares submitted -- including the ponente, Del in Vinuya v. Executive Secre- tonio Carpio and Diosdado Per- a motion for reconsideration on Castillo -- snowballed. Chief tary. The plagiarism and mis- alta were on official leave while the comfort women’s petition Justice Renato Corona creat- representation are not only af- Del Castillo did not participate By Perry Diaz It all began in April 2010 and also accused Del Castillo ed a five-member committee on fronts to the individual scholars in the proceedings. when the Supreme Court dis- of plagiarism. Ethics and Ethical Standards, whose work have been appro- Judicial voodoo h e r e c e n t S u p r e m e missed the petition of 70 Fili- Meanwhile, Dr. Mark El- headed by him, to investigate priated without correct attribu- In the ruling, the majority Court decision absolv- pino “comfort women” (Vinuya lis, one of the authors whose the complaint of plagiarism. tion, but also a serious threat said that Del Castillo couldn’t Ting Justice Mariano del vs. Romulo, G.R. No. 162230) work was plagiarized, sent an The problem is that all five jus- to the integrity and credibility be faulted because the alleged Castillo of plagiarism stirred to compel the Philippine gov- email to the justices, which tices assigned to the commit- of the Philippine Judicial Sys- plagiarized material was “acci- a hornet’s nest in the interna- ernment to get a public apolo- says: “In particular, I am con- tee had concurred with the po- tem.” They deplored the act of dentally deleted” by Del Castil- tional legal community. And, gy from the Japanese govern- cerned about a large part of nencia in question; therefore, plagiarism as “unacceptable, lo’s court researcher. They also at home, the high court’s sub- ment including reparation to the extensive discussion in if they recommended disciplin- unethical and in breach of the said that Del Castillo and his sequent action, which threat- victims of sexual abuse by the footnote 65, pp. 27-28 of the ary action, they would be in- high standards of moral con- researcher could not be held li- ened to sanction 37 faculty Japanese Imperial Army dur- said Judgment of your es- criminating themselves. duct and judicial and profes- able for plagiary because Micro- members of the University of ing World War II. Justice Del teemed Court. I am also con- Consequently, the 37 U.P. sional competence expected of soft Word, the software used in the Philippines College of Law, Castillo penned the ponencia. cerned that your esteemed College of Law faculty mem- the Supreme Court,” and de- writing the ponencia, could not ignited a firestorm of contro- Plagiarism Court may have misread the bers issued a public statement manded the resignation of Del detect “copied” material with- versy that questions the infal- That would have been the arguments I made in the ar- on the allegations of plagia- Castillo to save the “honor and libility of the Supreme Court. end of it. But Marvic Leonen, ticle and employed them for rism and misrepresentation dignity” of the Supreme Court. See diaz on 7

I remembered this beau- tatives and the loosening of his resulting in heavy losses in the Obama’s ratings have consis- tiful song as I pondered on grip over the Senate. congressional and senate races tently dropped since he took the eve of the midterm elec- In the presidential cam- for their respective parties. But office nearly two years ago, tions in the U.S., thinking paign of 2008, Obama and the both recovered fast enough to Aquino’s approval rating has how a campaign for change Democrats only had to utter win re-election. remained in the high 70s. But that raised the hopes of mil- the magic word “change” and at the rate he and his Cabinet lions of Americans has turned the crowds would erupt into “The trouble with have been fumbling and mak- into disappointment for many, cheers and applause. Now, the ing moves that make it look thus raising the very distinct word seems to have lost its lus- hello is goodbye. The like the Philippine government possibility of the Democrats, ter, with the president having is back to “business as usu- who rode the waves of change to appeal to the American peo- trouble with hope is al,” it’s not difficult to imagine to victory in the presiden- ple, grown impatient by the disappointment." Aquino suffering the same im- tial elections of 2008, being prolonged economic crisis and age problem in the near future drowned by the backlash of angered by the unending polit- as Obama is facing now. the waves of disappointment. ical rumblings in Washington, The troubles of Obama One thing going for Aqui- The trouble President Barack Obama, to give him and his party more should serve as a reminder to no, however, is the fact that whose constant calls for change time to steer the ship back on Philippine President Noynoy the country does not have a rallied the young, the indepen- its course, while continuing to Aquino, who rose to the presi- strong political party system with hope dents and the apolitical be- blame former President George dency on the same message of and, therefore, does not have hind him and the Democrats, W. Bush and the Republicans hope and change, that he has to worry much about the mid- he trouble with hello title popularized by Shirley now faces the prospect of los- for the current state of affairs. to deliver on his promises, or term elections in 2013, when i s g o o d b y e , ” s a y s Bassey and Sergio Mendez in ing control of the Democratic- In its Oct. 14-17 surveys, at least show clear signs to the the people elect local officials “Tthe song of the same the mid-1970s. controlled House of Represen- the Gallup Poll reported that Filipino people that he is doing and congressmen. All he has to Obama’s job approval rat- his best to institute the changes do, as all presidents have done ing average of 44.7 percent that he had promised. before him, is dangle the pork for the seventh quarter of Like Obama, he raised the barrel before congressmen and The his presidency marked a new bar high and he has to show public-work funds before gov- low, with a majority of those even in the early stages of his ernors and mayors, and his polled saying he does not de- presidency that he can hur- Liberal Party will be much serve to be re-elected. dle that bar. So far, he has not stronger than it had been in Email Address: [email protected] • Mailing Address: P.O. Box 2226, NationaI City, CA 91950 Office:600 E. 8th St. Ste. #3, National City, CA 91950 • Telephone: (619) 477-0940 • Fax: (619) 477-1024 But Obama can look back to shown signs that he can bring last May’s election. Website: www.filipinopress.com • Email: [email protected] for sending ad materials recent history for relief. Both about the change that the peo- And that’s what he has ob- Presidents Bill Clinton and ple expect from him. viously been doing in the last Editor-in-Chief Emeritus ERNIE FLORES, JR. • Executive Marketing Director SUSAN DELOS SANTOS Ronald Reagan reached their Fortunately for Aquino, the few weeks. Instead of remov- Managing Editor: bill ramsey • Assistant Editor: Brandi Perez lowest job approval ratings in Filipino people are not as impa- StaffWriters: JENNIFER ANARETA-BURMAN • FE SELIGMAN • ALICIA TORRES DE LEON the middle of their first terms, tient as the Americans. While See ab elgas on 7 FRANCINE MAIGUE • Valerie Farnal

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does he look? Happy? Bored? at scattered sites here on the odd-ball love triangle who is Tondo had become too small for Perplexed? I think he looks West Coast is a cultural diver- engaged to two women — his a big city girl like her (with an bored, I’m going to kill myself sion of farcical innocence and singing voice and quite hand- attitude to go around). now) — lurking in the dark and bilingual punch — if you know some features worked well I spoke with my schoolmate hunkered over their little pads, Tagalog. Certainly it is broaden- for his part. Joji after the show. When I judging, probably hating … ing the meaning of Asian-Pacif- The four childhood friends in asked him how this kind of play God, why we do even need them ic theatre. The playing style is the play — Tony, Kikay, Totoy is successfully achieved, he at all Seriously, why do we even extensive and somehow quaint and Nena — were the closest of modestly replied, “What’s fun- invite them? This piece is about at the same time. For any non- friends in Tondo up until life’s ny to me is something that’s the art. The art, I say again! Filipino reviewer, I say the ex- circumstances took them out of truthful. I always see come- Well, it is so past due for us perience would be alternately the slums. Tony became an en- dy in any play. So there’s not to get over this. It’s time to get charming and over-baked. gineer and goes wherever his much of a difference. Think real perspective on these peo- The show that my wife and I job takes him, while his child- about real life, your family and ple and what they are doing. watched in Daly City on Oct. 16 hood sweetheart, Kikay, wanted friends thing. There are always All the world’s It’s time to talk to them — to was absolutely a satiric delight to expand her own horizons, so very funny things that happen. engage them. Professional crit- and raucously hit home in the as- off she goes to the “land of oppor- In the middle of a fight, all the icism is not a one-way street; sorted moments when the char- tunity” that was America — spe- sudden a ham will fall down. I it’s one half of a conversation acters used Tagalog, the national cifically to New York City. After just think that’s kind of like life, a stage: A Fil-Am that you start with any play. language of the Philippines. a year in the Big Apple, Kikay don’t you think so?” We need them. We really do, if “New Yorker in Tondo” is returns unexpectedly to Tondo, By the way, my buddy Joji we ever want to make money a story about a Filipina who much to the delight and dilem- (before migrating to the U.S.) through theatre work, anyway. used to live in Tondo (a squat- ma of her mother, Aling Atang. was very active in Philippine perspective Oh, what a feeling! ters area in Manila) and had The play begins with Tony, radio, television, film and stage. On stage at the Serramonte an opportunity to stay in New Totoy and Nena all getting to- Filipino movie-goers back in think that acting is one of tion has just emerged has made Del Rey School Theatre in Daly York City. After spending some gether in Aling Atang’s house in the old homeland are very fa- the best career choices of- me a very happy camper. City, Calif., under blinding hot time of her life in the Big Ap- Tondo to welcome their dear old miliar with Joji, as he has ap- I fered to anyone. Whether I do believe that the theatre’s stage lights, applause thunder- ple, she went back to visit her friend Kikay back home. peared in at least 40 films back on stage or in front of the cam- mandate reads as follows: To ing, it was time to take a bow old hometown and by then, she My high school buddy, Joji home, mostly in comedy. era, it is a tremendously effec- encourage intelligent, critical for my old high schoolmate Joji no longer knew how to speak Isla, was in his element as he On TV, he played differ- tive means by which to learn dialogue among arts enthusi- Isla, who’s playing in “New the native tongue because of played Totoy, a lifelong friend ent characters in IBC 13’s fun- and grow; it is well balanced asts and people working in the Yorker in Tondo.” This is a so-called “acculturation.” who had a crush on one of ny political satire “Sic O’clock as an art, a business, and a cultural sector. I say, too, it is wonderful Palanca Award-win- The five-member cast of Tony’s fiancée, Nena played by News” and was aide-de-camp to calling; and last, but not least, also to increase media cover- ning stage play written by Nar- “New Yorker in Tondo” fit- Jackie Castillejo-Guingona. Congressman Tengco in the hit it’s a blast! age of the performing arts, giv- celino Agana Jr. that my wife ted well in their roles and Castillejo’s “Nena” was rem- sitcom “Abangan ang Susunod I’m a theatre fan. Putting ing culture the conversational and I have just seen when we kept the audience entertained iniscent of the American co- na Kabanata.” His stage credits modesty aside, I can certainly space it deserves. went to the Bay Area a couple throughout the one-act play. medienne Lucille Ball, as she include “Kenkoy Loves Rosing,” write about it. It’s something I I know, I know, we’ve still got of weeks ago for a high school Cris Gosalvez set the tone as worked the stage with an in- “Pilipinas Circa 1907,” “Bong- do simply because I want peo- a real love/hate thing going on alumni gathering. I know I Aling Atang, the mother of Ki- credible sense of slapstick and bong at Kris,” “Scapino,” the op- ple to talk more about this with some of the critics. Don’t should not have put off writing kay, her daughter who just got facial expression. era “Rizal: Mga Huling Araw” thing that I’m in love with, so we all? It is terrifying having about it for so long. back to Tondo after a year of Richgail Enriquez stars as and “Walang Sugat” including that more folks make and see them somewhere out there in A comedy from the old home- studying in New York. Kikay, the girl whose friends all its Indonesian tour. theatre. So the fact that a fairly the house — (Is that him? Is he land is certainly a novelty, and Lee Robin Salazar played came to welcome her back home new Filipino-American produc- that one in the back row?) How “New Yorker in Tondo,” playing Tony, the centerpiece of an to Tondo only to find out that See reyes on 14

As a communications practi- Wily political veteran that Here again is an interesting the family, the woman blunt- tioner, I have been particularly he is, Brown held his fire and similarity with the presiden- ly retorted that if that were fascinated by the dynamics of campaign expenditures until tial campaign of Villar. After true, “Why did you treat me the Brown-Whitman rivalry. after the Labor Day weekend riding high on their portray- the way you did?” Or words to Early in the campaign, Whit- in early September. By that al of Villar as a poor boy who that effect. It was public rela- man gave every indication that time, Whitman and Brown made good, his propaganda tions disaster. she would spare no expense to were already neck and neck geniuses began to exaggerate Like Whitman, Villar out- win the governorship. She lit- in the public opinion polls. their portrayal of the candi- spent all of his rivals, but the erally poured money into her But Whitman may have also date, the better to achieve the positive effect that he had campaign, spending $142 mil- peaked at that point. desired soap-opera effect. hoped for was not achieved. In lion of her own fortune, aside fact, the heavy spending gave from the millions contribut- his opponents a major talking ed by corporate and individual point in their counter-attack. donors. She has broken all re- There’s a limit to how much you can They fanned the fear that Some things cords for election spending on a twist the truth. And there are some Villar would surely get back gubernatorial campaign. what he spent and ensure But, like the campaign of things money can’t buy. In fact, too a substantial “return on in- a candidate in the last Phil- much money can boomerang on you. vestment.” Aside from the C5 money can’t buy ippine presidential elections, controversy, his association the heavy spending apparently with Gloria Macapagal-Ar- he fat lady has sung! borhoods and manning phone boomeranged on Whitman. As royo — naughtily summed up Jerry Brown, Califor- banks and voting precincts, the election day neared, the per- Villar also began to catch up What severely derailed Whit- by the nickname “Villarroyo” Tnia governor some three group raised a substantial sum ception began to develop that with Noynoy Aquino, with his man’s campaign was the revela- — eroded his poll numbers. decades ago, will return to for Brown’s coffers. Whitman was “buying her way heavy media weights. But he tion that her former housekeep- The more money he spent, the Sacramento to replace Arnold When Brown assumed office, to public office.” avoided the media that kept er, who had worked with her worse his image became. Schwarzenegger. In the face he didn’t forget his Fil-Am sup- Wasn’t this the same percep- hounding him on the C5 con- for nine long years, was an il- The other day, an editorial of a Republican tsunami all porters. He appointed more 30 tion that developed as a result troversy and, instead, sought to legal immigrant from Mexico. cartoon in the San Francisco over the U.S., Democrat Brown Fil-Ams to state boards and com- of the heavy spending of Manny neutralize that with clumsy at- Whitman said that she fired the Chronicle showed a distraught trounced former eBay CEO missions, as well as the first two Villar in his run for president? tacks against Aquino. housekeeper upon learning that Meg Whitman complaining to and Republican candidate Meg judges of Filipino descent: Mel From the outset, Whitman’s In the case of Whitman, her she was in the country illegally. her political consultants that Whitman for the post. Recana of Los Angeles and Ron campaign began to show wrin- propaganda geniuses got car- But this was a Catch-22 sit- the millions she had spent that Brown served two terms as Quidachay of San Francisco. kles. She assiduously avoid- ried away with their scorched- uation. The immigration issue were supposed to have made California governor from 1975 Brown also actively worked ed the media, except under the earth blitz against Brown. is a hot topic in U.S. politics her likeable had simply made to 1983. That tenure endeared for Filipino professionals, ac- most carefully managed condi- They began to play loose with and one has to tread very care- her “unlikeable.” him to our community because countants, doctors and other tions. Her proposed platform of the facts as they went for fully because of the power of Chorused the consultants: of the number of Fil-Ams that medical specialists to be al- government, mostly explained Brown’s jugular. the Latino vote, which is pre- “We like you!” he appointed to key state posi- lowed to practice in Califor- with motherhood verbiage, be- But as Whitman’s attack dominantly Mexican. That cartoon would have ap- tions. He is widely expected to nia. More than 300 got their gan to ring hollow. ads became more and more Whitman had been ardent- plied just as well to Manny Villar. do the same this time around. licenses in the state because of Apparently following the strident, they also began to ly wooing Latinos but was un- There should be a lesson Brown’s first gubernatorial Brown’s efforts. advice of her political consul- turn off the average voters. clear on her stand on immi- here somewhere for candi- campaign in the mid-1970s was According to Tim Dayonot, tants, she substituted substan- Worse yet, the loose facts gave gration. Unfortunately for her, dates who have become overly an opportunity for the Fil-Am who served as an aide to Brown tive information on herself and Brown a great opening for a she didn’t handle the problem dependent on their money and community to demonstrate its in those early years and was her platform with merciless at- counter-attack. with the housekeeper elegantly. on political consultants and political potency. Led by Phil- among his most ardent cam- tacks on Brown. At best, Whit- When Brown began to run Her decision to fire the woman propaganda specialists. ippine News editor-publish- paigners in this contest, "Some man gained high name recog- his TV ads, he portrayed served to depict her as a heart- There’s a limit to how much er Alex Esclamado, community politicians make empty promis- nition with her heavy media Whitman as a person of ques- less employer with no sympa- you can twist the truth. And leaders organized themselves es, but not Jerry Brown. During weights. But, ironically, her tionable integrity, having no thy for illegal immigrants. there are some things mon- into “Browns for Brown” and his tenure as California gover- continuous barrage against compunction about twisting When Whitman claimed ey can’t buy. In fact, too much actively campaigned for him. nor, his responsiveness to our Brown also served to keep his facts and playing loose with that she had treated the money can boomerang on you. Aside from working the neigh- community was extraordinary." awareness level high. the truth. housekeeper like a member of ([email protected]) abelgas scribed his predecessor, Glo- diaz “judicial voodoo” taking pre- Supreme Court tried to muf- -- and allowed then President Continued from p­­­­­age 6 ria Macapagal Arroyo. And Continued from p­­­­­age 6 cedence over the rule of law fle dissent and criticism by Gloria Macapagal Arroyo to now, he is hinting that he where the magistrates used threatening to impose sanc- appoint Justice Renato Coro- ing the pork barrel funds as would embark on more for- out the proper attributions. mumbo-jumbo reasoning. tions against the 37 faculty na as Chief Justice during the he had promised, he has even eign trips after two succes- “Microsoft Word program does In her dissenting opinion, members for their purported prohibited period was anoth- increased the lawmakers’ al- sive visits to the U.S. and not have a function that rais- Justice Sereno said, “Plagia- violation of the lawyers’ “code er process that could only be locations by at least P50 mil- Vietnam — this after he and es an alarm when original ma- rism thus does not consist sole- of ethics.” Little did the Su- construed as “judicial voodoo” lion each and has retained his his allies had criticized Ar- terials are cut up or pruned. ly of using the work of others preme Court realize that its where rule of law was debased own office’s P500-million pork royo for her numerous trips. The portions that remain sim- in one’s own work, but of the action would only provoke for the purpose of circumvent- barrel allocation. Just as Obama had raised ply blend in with the rest of the former in conjunction with the and infuriate the media and ing the constitution for the ag- He has not made any moves high hopes and has failed to manuscript, adjusting the foot- failure to attribute said work to the academia; thus, further grandizement of a few. against jueteng, saying that it meet the Americans’ equally note number and removing any its rightful owner and thereby, intensifying demands for Del Sad to say, with Corona at is not a priority in his admin- high expectations, Aquino is clue that what should stick to- as in the case of written work, Castillo’s resignation. Indeed, the helm of the Supreme Court istration. He stood his ground beginning to make Filipinos gether had just been severed,” misrepresenting the work of it’s a rude awakening for the until 2018 -- when he reaches against the Catholic church on think “pareho lang pala.” the ruling said. The majority another as one’s own.” She Supreme Court justices who mandatory age retirement -- the issue of family planning We acknowledge that it is also accepted Del Castillo’s ex- also said that claiming “lack had gotten away with contro- and the other Arroyo appoin- and birth control, but after a still too early to judge Aquino, planation that there was “no of malicious intent” would not versial decisions in the past tees holding a majority until talk with the bishops, we are but he has to at least show us malicious intent to appropriate “change the characterization of which were accepted as “in- then, the Aquino administra- not hearing about condoms be- that we are beginning to take another’s work as our own.” the act as plagiarism.” Indeed, fallible” and therefore beyond tion would be under the spell ing distributed by the Depart- a new path so that the Filipi- The Supreme Court ruling Sereno’s rebuttal exemplifies reproach. Not anymore. of “judicial voodooism” for a ment of Health anymore. no people could continue to defied conventional logic and logical rationalization predi- Quo vadis, Supreme Court? long time to come. His officials have been ac- hope for change. used convoluted rationale that cated on the rule of law. The Supreme Court’s con- Are these the signs that por- cused of being “arrogant” and The trouble with hello is could only be construed as an Desperate act troversial ruling that totally tend to the coming of the Dark he himself has been described goodbye. The trouble with aberration – or abrogation – of And in a desperate act ignored Section 15 Article VII Age in Philippine jurisprudence? as “too combative,” the same hope is disappointment. established norms and stan- to salvage what is left of its of the Constitution -- which Or, are we already in that age? unfavorable traits that de- ([email protected]) dards. 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One million Under the San Diegans influence of suffer from Yoga eases recession There are no consistent chronic disease patterns in alcohol consump- fibromyalgia tion or spending on alcohol One in three San Diego Coun- during recessions, a report ty residents has at least one released by Third District or more chronic diseases, with Board of Equalization Mem- treatment costing $4.6 billion pain ber Michelle Steel concludes. annually, according to the San The November 2010 edi- Diego County Health and Hu- tion of the BOE’s Economic man Services Agency (HHSA). Perspective newsletter looks “Unfortunately too many at alcohol consumption data county residents currently en- during the recessions of 1970, gage in unhealthy behaviors,” 1973, 1980, 1981, 1990, 2001 said Chairwoman Pam Slat- and 2008. er-Price, County of San Di- The BOE report notes sev- ego Board of Supervisors. “Im- eral ways consumers would proving our health habits will be expected to react during lead to improved quality of life recessions: First, total alco- and result in significant sav- hol consumption per capita ings to taxpayers.” may fall during the recession, HHSA’s Public Health Ser- as consumers would have less vices analyzed the prevalence of income to spend on alcohol. chronic disease among San Diego Second, consumers may sub- County residents, as well as the stitute less expensive brands cost to treat these illnesses. The of alcohol for more expen- analysis revealed that in 2007 By Bill Hendrick To participate in the study, for eight weeks in a program of and an analysis of pain-coping sive brands or less expensive nearly 11,000 people died from the women had to have been instruction and exercise. strategies that they used. ways to consume alcohol for cancer, heart disease, diabetes, Women with fibromyalgia can diagnosed with fibromyalgia Classes included 40 minutes Yoga reduces pain and other more expensive ways, such and lung disease, the four chron- reduce symptoms of the disease using the American College of of gentle stretching poses, 25 symptoms of fibromyalgia as more off-premises con- ic diseases that caused 57 percent and improve their function by Rheumatology’s criteria for at minutes of meditation, 10 min- Women assigned to the yoga sumption during recessions, of the deaths in the region. practicing the mind-body tech- least one year, and to be on a utes of breathing techniques, program showed significant- as opposed to in bars and res- The same report showed that niques of yoga, a new study said. stable regimen of prescription 20 minutes of teaching presen- ly greater improvements on taurants. Third, consumers by 2020 the number of deaths Researchers in Oregon who en- or over-the-counter medica- tations on using yoga princi- the standardized measures of may change the kind of alco- from chronic diseases is project- rolled 53 women aged 21 or older tions for at least three months. ples for coping, and 25 minutes fibromyalgia symptoms, lev- hol they drink, for example ed to increase by 36 percent if no for the study say that women who Because the prevalence of of group discussions, in which els of pain, fatigue, and mood, switching from distilled spir- changes are made in risk behav- participated in a “Yoga of Aware- fibromyalgia is much great- participants talked about prac- among other things. its to less expensive alterna- iors. Another report indicated ness” health program showed sig- er in women than in men, re- ticing yoga in their homes. Researcher James W. Car- tives such as beer. The fourth that treating people with chron- nificantly greater improvement in searchers enrolled only wom- Both groups were then as- son, PhD, of the Oregon Health response, based on psychol- ic diseases in San Diego County fibromyalgia symptoms. en, 25 of whom participated in sessed for fibromyalgia symp- & Science University, said in ogy more than economics, cost $4.6 billion in 2007, includ- Their findings are published a yoga awareness program and toms and functional deficits and a news release that the results would be that consumers ing treatment of mental health in the November issue of Pain, 28 who received standard care. overall improvement of pain. “suggested the yoga interven- “drink away their sorrows,” the journal of the International Women in the “Yoga of They also underwent physical See diss ea e on 9 Association for the Study of Pain. Awareness” class participated tests to identify “tender points” See yoga on 9 See r ecession on 9 Antioquia Dental Care BENJAMIN S. ANTIOQUIA, DDS Member of: American Dental Assoc. • Calif. Dental Assoc. • San Diego County Dental Society • Assoc. of Filipino Dentists of San Diego County • Fellow, American College of Dentists

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Sweetwater Rd. (619)477-0045 54 November 6 -12, 2010 THE FILIPINO PRESS 9 recession based on a Gallup survey re- The Economic Perspective disease Continued from p­­­­­age 8 leased in the summer of 2010, is a quarterly publication pro- Continued from p­­­­­age 8 with 67 percent of Americans duced by the BOE that looks at and increase alcohol consump- drinking alcohol economic factors of interest or disorders. Indirect costs such tion during recessions. The • Federal Health and Hu- that influence California eco- as absenteeism and lost pro- data show examples of all four man Services data show a low nomic activity. The November ductivity, which typically are kinds of responses during re- of 1.96 gallons ethanol con- edition looks exclusively at the about 80 percent of total costs, cessions. The most consistent sumption per capita in 1954 (a issue of alcohol consumption were not included in this es- response, occurring in four of recession year) and a high of during the seven recessions of timate. Full reports can be the seven recessions studied, 2.76 gallons in both 1980 and the last 40 years. found at www.SDHealthSta- was lower growth in on-prem- 1981 (both of which were re- Elected to the Board of tistics.com. ises alcohol consumption. cession years) Equalization in 2006, Mi- “Many chronic diseases can The November Econom- • The data show that Cal- chelle Steel serves as South- be prevented,” said Wilma ic Perspective also notes that ifornia alcohol consumption ern California’s elected tax- Wooten, M.D., M.P.H, Coun- in terms of national spend- has generally followed nation- payer advocate. In December ty Public Health Officer. “Not ing patterns on alcohol, prior al trends in the last 20 years. 2007, Steel discovered the smoking, healthy eating and to the 2008-09 recession total California per capita consump- Board of Equalization had de- exercising are lifestyle chang- U.S. spending rose 2.4 percent. tion, like the U. S., reached a layed the return of millions es that will make a difference.” In contrast, during the 2008- low point in 1998, then start- of dollars in security deposits To reduce the negative 09 recession, U.S. spending on ed gradually trending upward owed to California business- impact of chronic illness, alcohol declined by 1.7 percent. The report points out that es. Procedures were changed the County has embarked The Economic Perspective historical data show that when due to Steel’s decisive leader- on an initiative to improve newsletter also notes: confronted with a recession, ship. Following her investiga- the quality of life for County • Alcohol consumption na- people who drink alcohol have tion, the tax agency refunded residents and communities. tionally is at a 25-year high, responded in a variety of ways. tax security deposits to over The Health Strategy Agen- 5,500 small businesses. da: Building Better Health The five-member California aims to improve the delivery State Board of Equalization of healthcare services, sup- (BOE) is a publicly elected port healthy choices, pursue tax board. The BOE collects policy changes for a healthy more than $48 billion annual- environment, and change in- ly in taxes and fees supporting dividual behaviors. For more state and local government information on the Health services. It hears business Strategy Agenda, visit www. tax appeals, acts as the ap- sdcoundy.ca.gov/hhsa. pellate body for franchise and “This 10-year plan strives personal income tax appeals, to improve the health of chil- and serves a significant role dren and adults in our com- in the assessment and admin- munities,” said Nick Macchi- istration of property taxes. one, HHSA Director. “Our goal For more information on other is to reduce these chronic dis- taxes and fees in California, eases that impact millions of visit www.taxes.ca.gov. lives now and in the future.” yoga yoga teachers who want to build Continued from p­­­­­age 8 their skills for working with peo- ple suffering from chronic pain. tion led to a beneficial shift in Fibromyalgia is a debili- how patients cope with pain, in- tating condition that affects cluding greater use of adaptive about 11 million people in the pain-coping strategies.” Those United States and carries an strategies included engaging in annual direct cost for care of activities despite pain, accep- more than $20 billion. tance of their condition, the use The authors say drug ther- of religion as a coping mecha- apies are only 30% effective in nism, and the ability to relax. relieving the pain of fibromy- Women in the intervention algia, and 20% effective in im- group also reported feeling less proving function. 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We are convinced that Jesus Peter such a hard time because he Christ is the living Word of became afraid, began to sink and AURORA SORIANO-CUDAL God in our midst whom we DANNY HERNAEZ had to be rescued by Jesus. Yet, trust in life and death. the deeper truth is that Peter was As we open our minds and able to do he wanted to do as well hearts to the Word of God as what he was meant to do. Peter My Personal through the words of hu- From Whom All was meant to walk on water. He man beings inspired by the sinks and stumbles and falls and Testimony Holy Spirit, faith is born and Blessings Flow fails, yet Peter did things that no nourished, our understand- other disciples ever did. Jesus used ing is deepened and the pos- Peter in mighty ways because he sibilities for transforming the was willing to accept that what he world become apparent to us. wanted to do, he was meant to do. A time for renewal Our standards affirm the Bi- Walk on water Now back to the movie. Al- ble as the source of all that is n one of the all-time great disappoints him when he shares though those were not the words “necessary” and “sufficient unto sports movies, The Rookie, the advice he had received from Jim had hoped to hear from his salvation (Articles of Religion) IJim Morris (played by Den- his father: “It’s okay to think about father, he tries to rationalize that and rededication and “is to be received through nis Quaid) has lived with the un- what you want to do until it’s time maybe he’s right. Maybe staying the Holy Spirit as the true rule fulfilled dream of playing base- to do what you were meant to do.” home and giving up on his dream n Sunday, Nov. 14, my and guide for faith and prac- ball in the major leagues all of Is that your story? Is there is the more practical thing to do. church, the First Unit- “Let your light shine tice” (Confession of Faith). his adult life. A series of injuries a dream out there waiting to After all, he has responsibilities. Oed Methodist Church of As the First United Meth- and surgeries has kept him out be realized? Have you spent He has a good job offer in a ma- National City, located at 8th St. before men that they odist Church of National City of playing baseball and instead your life “thinking” about what jor city with more pay. He has and the corner of C Ave., will may see your good celebrates its 125th anniver- he finds himself teaching high you want to do? Do you live ev- a family. Maybe he should just celebrate its 125th anniversary. sary, my fervent desire is for school Chemistry and coaching ery day thinking about how you settle for what he knows is the There will be a celebratory wor- deeds and praise your all of us, the people called the high school team in a dusty would like to live and what you sure thing. Jim chooses anoth- ship service with Bishop Mary Father in heaven." Methodists, to be the light to Texas oil town where baseball would like to do, but allowing er route. He decides to take the Ann Swenson of the California- a darkened world, to be a ve- takes a distant backseat to foot- what’s practical to keep you safe- advice he had given to his play- Pacific Annual Conference as hicle of peace and love in a ball. As another dismal season ly where you are and doing what ers: Live your dream. Don’t set- our special guest. She will also Our mission statement: world full of anger and ha- begins, Coach Morris challenges you do? Is it possible that what tle. Step out. When he did, he deliver the sermon. The pro- “We are a community called tred and to translate faith and his players to do more than set- we want to do and what we are learned that what he wanted to gram committee has prepared a by God to mission and min- love into action, not only with- tle for mediocre and to strive to meant to do might be the same do, he was also meant to do. lunch to be followed by an array istry. We covenant to re- in the church but throughout follow their dreams. His players thing? Must we make the choice? What about you? Are you try- of musical entertainment. It spond to Christ’s commission our community. As John Wes- pledge to play harder and win the Matthew 14:22-33 is the sto- ing to choose between what you will indeed be a celebration and to proclaim and live the gos- ley the founder of Methodism, district if he will agree to try-out ry about one of the disciples dis- want to do and what you were the church is opening its doors pel in our personal and corpo- said, “The world is my parish.” for the majors. The team rises to covery that doing that what he meant to do? Do you find yourself to all who would like to come, rate endeavors by offering our Church anniversaries are the challenge. They do win the wanted to do and what he was wondering if you will live the life for we are the people of “Open time, talents, and resources times of thanksgiving and so district. Then they hold Coach meant to do are not impossible. of purpose you were created to Hearts, Open Minds, Open to the end that God’s reconcil- we give thanks to God for His Morris to his part of the bargain The disciples are in a boat well do? Are you standing in the boat Doors.” Everyone is welcome! ing love, peace, mercy and jus- sustenance through all these by saying, “It’s your turn, coach.” after dark when the wind and the wishing you were out on the wa- Who are the people called tice may abound among people years. May this day be a day He tries out. He impress- waves begin to get rough. They see ter with Jesus? Maybe it’s time to Methodists? Our answer is sim- and with all of God’s creation.” of renewal and rededication es the scouts and gets the invita- Jesus coming toward them walk- stop thinking about it and talk- ple. We are a dynamic commu- As written in our Book of of our lives as we continue to tion to play minor league ball with ing on the water. As he often did, ing about it and dreaming about nity of disciples of Jesus Christ Discipline, United Methodists serve God. the hope of eventually reaching Peter simply reacts to the situa- it. Maybe it’s time you let go of the — developing faith, worship- share with other Christians “Let your light shine before the majors. As he struggles with tion and says what’s in his heart, comfortable, the secure, the pre- ping God, nurturing one an- the conviction that Scripture men that they may see your the idea of staying with what he “Lord, if it’s you, tell me to come to dictable, and the mediocre. May- other and serving others. Our is the primary source and cri- good deeds and praise your knows how to do or reach for what you on the water.” Peter wanted be it’s time to realize that those church family always extends terion for Christian doctrine. Father in heaven.” (Matthew he dreams to do, he stops by his es- to be with Jesus. Jesus tells Peter, thoughts about what you want to a warm welcome to all, to join Through Scripture the living 5:16, NIV) tranged father’s house one evening “Come.” He does. Peter steps out do are really God’s words of affir- us for worship, bible study, fel- Christ meets us in the expe- Happy 125th anniversary, hoping to receive the support that of the boat and begins to walk to- mation to you that it is also what lowship and service. rience of redeeming grace. FUMC of National City. he has longed for. Again his father ward Jesus on the water. We give you were meant to do.

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Chamber of Commerce to host GET LISTED: To have your event listed in Save the Date, e-mail your information (include date, time, location, cost, and phone) to filpress@ Philippines entrepreneurs in San Diego aol.com. Keep in mind we publish on Saturdays, so ensure your event happens on the day of publication or during the following week. The Filipino Ameri- and Philippine Trade Repre- fits and strengthen economic service, ATHAG – a non-prof- can Chamber of Commerce sentative Archimedes Gomez. and business ties between the it organization that promotes Nvembero 7 (FACC) will be hosting a con- To provide a forum for the Philippines and San Diego.” traditional healing, and DAI- 9th Annual Interfaith Candlelight Vigil tingent of successful Filipino exchange of ideas and oppor- Local attendees will include LA Herbal Enterprises – a The 9th Annual Interfaith Candle Vigil will take place on Sunday, No- entrepreneurs on November tunities, FACC has organized prominent local business exec- firm manufacturing natural vember 7, with the procession starting at San Diego Rescue Mission 15, 2010 seeking to expand a conference and reception utives and community leaders. herbal products. (120 Elm Street, San Diego, 92101). trade and investment oppor- from 4:00 to 7:30 p.m. on No- The Philippine business Registration starts at 4:00 A procession to the vigil will depart from the San Diego Rescue Mission tunities between the Phil- vember 15th at the Double- delegation consists of execu- p.m. The registration fee is at 3:15 p.m. and walk approximately a mile stopping at four points in ippines and San Diego. Ac- tree Hotel in Mission Valley. tives from AgriNurture, Inc. $25.00 for members ($35.00 for the procession to the County Building. Each person in the procession companying the group are “We are pleased to take - a publicly listed agricultur- non-members), which includes will carry a pair of shoes which represents homeless individuals who Philippine Consul General the lead in putting together al company, Prople – a busi- the entire conference, food and died in the last year. The candlelight vigil program at the County Build- Mary Jo Bernardo-Aragon, this event,” said FACC Pres- ness outsourcing company, refreshments. For more de- ing begins at 4:00 p.m. The interfaith event is designed to create aware- Foreign Commercial Service ident Audie de Castro. “This Philippine Franchise Associ- tails, please contact Audie de ness for the 10,000 men, women and children living each day homeless Director Matt Anderson of the important business exchange ation, Max’s Restaurant – an Castro at (619) 702-8690 at ad- in San Diego that should not have to die on the streets. US Department of Commerce, will provide significant bene- institution in Philippine food [email protected]. Nvembero 8 Northwest Civic Association Town Hall Meeting The Northwest Civic Association Town Hall Meeting will take place on loon – Fiesta de Reyes boasts Monday, November 8, at 6:00 p.m. at the Chula Vista Civic Center Branch 16 specialty stores open dai- Library Auditorium (4th & F Streets). It is Open Mike (Microphone) Night. Free ‘Authors Under The ly from 10:00 a.m. to 9:00 Come express your opinions on Chula Vista issues. p.m. For more information call (619) 297-3100 or vis- Topics expected to include city budget, redevelopment, the recent elections, Stars’ event in Old Town it www.FiestaDeReyes.com bayfront development, etc. The event is free. Everyone is welcome. For further or text “Fiesta” to 53137 information, please call (619) 307-3460 or visit www.northwestchulavista.org. Old Town Gift Co. is offer- alongside Jack Scheffler Innis, dining establishments -- Casa to keep weekly updates on Nvembero 14 ing a unique opportunity for author of “San Diego Legends: de Reyes and Barra Barra Sa- events at Fiesta de Reyes. San Diego’s literature buffs to Events, People, and Places Celebration of 125th Anniversary of the First meet and greet with four lo- that Made History.” Jack is an United Methodist Church of National City cal authors. Authors Under award-winning local journal- Worship Service at 10:00 a.m. with Pastor J.T. Kim and featuring a The Stars is a free event in ist who has studied the histo- special message from Bishop Mary Ann Swenson. A luncheon and Old Town’s Fiesta de Reyes on ry of San Diego extensively. Blessing of the Graves entertainment program will follow after the worship service. Wednesday, Nov. 10, from 5:00 Also featured at the event to 7:00 p.m. and will showcase will be Joey Seymour, whose Nvembero 14 four local authors in the open- latest book “San Diego’s Fin- Miracle Babies 5k Walk/Run air courtyard with complemen- est Athletes: Five Exception- The second annual Miracle Babies 5K Family Walk/Run will take place tary appetizers. al Lives” profiles the lives and 10:00 a.m. on Sunday, November 14, 2010 at Mariner’s Point in Mission The Authors Under The careers of five incredible ath- Bay Park. After the walk, participants and spectators will enjoy live music, Stars event will feature the letes from San Diego such as kids’ activities, food, drinks and more! Strollers are welcomed and encour- following local authors: Bet- Padres first baseman Adrian aged. Participants may register through www.active.com or on location te Blaydes Pegas, Jack Schef- Gonzalez and Olympic diver the day of the event. fler Innis, Joey Seymour and Greg Louganis. Join with Miracle Babies, an organization that aims to lift the financial R.D. Riccoboni. Guests will get Another author attending burdens of families, so families can focus on one thing – the health of to hear these authors discuss the event is R.D. Riccoboni their newborn. For more information, please visit www.miraclebabies.org. their books in the intimate, whose art gallery is also locat- outdoor setting of the Fiesta de ed within the Fiesta de Reyes Nvembero 15 Reyes courtyard. plaza. His book “From Old Expanding Trade & Investment Opportunities The event will also fea- Town to New Town, San Diego ture a question and answer Paintings” features over 60 of with the Philippines portion and opportunities his paintings of different areas Co-organized with the Philippine Consulate General, Los Angeles, the for one-on-one conversations of San Diego such as Mission Philippine Trade & Investment Center, and a group of community leaders, with each author. San Diego de Alcala, Old Town, the event will give members an opportunity to explore opportunities to Bette Blaydes Pegas will and the historic Gaslamp. do business with other Philippine business owners, here and overseas! be speaking about her book Old Town Gift Co. is locat- There will be executives and business owners visiting from the Philippines, “Chasing a Dream in the Galá- ed within Fiesta de Reyes in speaking at the event, including representatives from: AgriNurture, Inc., pagos: A Personal Evolution,” Old Town San Diego State Prople, Philippine Franchise Association (PFA), Max’s Restaurant, ATHAG, which recently won a San Di- Historic Park at Wallace and and DAILA Herbal enterprises Community, Inc. ego Book Awards Association Calhoun streets, a one-block Guests of honor will include Hon. Mary Jo Bernardo-Aragon, Consulate Award in the “Best Travel” stroll from the Old Town Trol- General of the Philippine Consulate General in Los Angeles, Mr. Archime- category. She will be featured ley Station. In addition to two ndes C. Gomez, Philippine Trade Representative, and Mr. Matt Anderson, Director, Foreign Commercial Service, U.S. Department of Commerce.

Photo: Filipino Press Staff The event will take place on Monday, November 15 from 4:00 to 7:30 Father Bernard of Glen Abbey Memorial Park blesses a grave on p.m. at the Doubletree Hotel, 7450 Hazard Center Drive, San Diego, CA Monday, Nov. 1, during a celebration of All Saints Day Remembrance 92108. The cost is $25.00 for members and $35.00 for non-members at the park in Bonita. The ceremony included prayers, the Blessing of (appetizers includes). the Graves and a Mass Remembrance. Luminaries and priests were on hand to bless the graves of the loved ones of families in attendance. Please RSVP by November 10. For more information, please contact Glen Abbey Memorial Park is located at 3838 Bonita Road. For more Audie de Castro (619) 702-8690 or Catherine Soriano (619) 793-7443 information, call (619) 498-4600. ([email protected]).

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SAN DIEGO, Calif. — The ing to the United States. They ongoing partnership with ABA ceive the Thomas N. Fat Schol- in Old Town Asian Business Association of also founded Dutek Corp and to assist disadvantaged busi- arship. Mabeza attends Morse San Diego (ABA) announces its New East Asian Electronics in nesses in our community grow High School while Nguyen and Fiesta de Reyes, located in appearance in full dress kilts 20th anniversary, which will China. David is a goodwill am- and prosper. The airport’s role Tang both attend U.C. San Di- Old Town San Diego State His- followed by traditional Irish be celebrated on November 18, bassador between the United as an economic engine de- ego. These awards are made toric Park, is hosting an Irish- dance and song. In the Fiesta 2010, at an awards gala. An in- States and China, and advo- pends on the synergy that it possible through live auction Mexican Fiesta on Saturday, de Reyes plaza, $2 Guinness fluential organization in the cates for the rights of the local has with local businesses. The donations at the ABA’s annual Nov. 13, with the oldest frater- beers, corned beef tacos and San Diego business communi- Chinese communities with the Airport Authority has taken awards gala. nal organization in the Unit- potato flautas will be offered ty, ABA will recognize individ- purpose of integrating them a “green approach” to meet- Sponsors of this year’s An- ed States, the Friendly Sons of to the celebrants. The Friend- uals for business leadership into mainstream society. ing the current and future de- nual Awards Gala include Saint Patrick. The goal of the ly Sons of St. Patrick, will be and community service, Cor- Dr. Allen Chan will receive mands of millions of travelers SDG&E (Title Sponsor), Cox event is to eat great food, en- in attendance at the festival. porate Member and Member of the Community Service Award. each year by embarking upon Communications, US Bank, joy a drink with friends and Admission to this event is the Year awards, and scholar- He is a tireless community orga- “The Green Build”, which is Wells Fargo, Jo and Vi Jacobs raise some money for Opera- free. The event begins at noon ship winners. Recipients were nizer and the founder of Beyond largest improvement project Center, San Diego County Re- tion Caregiver who send 'com- and ends at 3:30 p.m. selected by a panel of judges Productions. It is a non-profit in the airport’s history. gional Airport Authority and fort packages' to soldiers on the Fiesta de Reyes is a plaza based on their overall contri- group composed of multi-ethnic Wendy Williams is this Union Bank of California. front lines of battle. of 18 shops and three restau- butions to the community. professionals and volunteers year’s Member of the Year. For more information about Featuring traditional Irish rants within Old Town San Di- “I am delighted to recognize for charity causes benefiting Wendy has been active with the 20th Anniversary Awards music and a blend of Mexican ego State Historic Park. Lo- those who have made such sig- victims of earthquakes in Hai- ABA since 2005. With a back- Gala, visit www.abasd.org, or call and Irish food, the celebration cated at Wallace and Calhoun nificant contributions to the ti and Sichuan China. He is co- ground in PR and marketing, (858) 277-2822, ext. 102. Media honors Saint Patrick’s Brigade, streets, Fiesta de Reyes is a Asian business community, in- founder of the Asian and Pacif- she has devoted many hours to passes are available for those who a legendary artillery unit led by one-block stroll from the Old cluding the students who have ic American Coalition (APAC), ABA, especially as a member would like to attend the gala. Irish immigrants who became a Town Trolley Station. Free overcome amazing obstacles a nonprofit organization that of the ABA Marketing Com- ABA provides a strong voice one of the Mexican Army’s most parking is available in the Cal- while continuing to excel aca- is uniting Asian and Pacific mittee. Wendy is the incoming on business, cultural and po- highly decorated brigade dur- trans parking lot all day on demically,” said Paulina Ras- Americans for fair redistrict- chair of the committee. litical issues of interest to San ing the Mexican-American War. weekends. For more informa- savong, board chair. ing of the City of San Diego’s Jomar Ebalida, Russy- Diego’s Asian and Pacific Is- Members of the world-fa- tion call (619) 297-3100 or vis- David Du will receive the ninth council district. an Mabeza, Linh Nguyen and lander community. Our mis- mous Cameron Highlanders it www.FiestaDeReyes.com or Business Leadership Award. The San Diego County Re- Mercy Tang are this year’s sion is to unite, promote and Pipe Band will make a rare text “Fiesta” to 53137. David and his family, original- gional Airport Authority will scholarships recipients. Jomar advocate on behalf of the San ly from Vietnam, started DDH receive the Corporate Mem- Ebalida, who attends Mont- Diego Asian Pacific American Enterprise in 1988, after mov- ber of the Year award for their gomery High School, will re- business community.

Photo: Courtesy photo An Irish-Mexican Fiesta will be held on Saturday, Nov. 13, with the oldest fraternal organization in the United States, the Friendly Sons of Saint Patrick.

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Where: 1441 Highland Ave., When: 7 p.m.-midnight, The 23-year-old defeated Valle in a sec- National City, (619) 474-3222 Tuesdays to Sundays ond round knockout during the main event. Where: 933 S. Harbison Ave., “I was surprised it ended so quickly,” LUCKY STAR National City Gesta said. “After all the training and the Wednesdays: Filipino Night with Phone: (619) 267-3746 planning, it’s paid off. I’m happy.” Eric de Leon He dropped Valle twice in the first Thursdays: Moonlight Serenade JASMINE round, leaving him dazed. Gesta capital- Orchestra Big Band When: 7 p.m -1 a.m. Wednesdays ized on his opponent’s weakness and took Fridays: Ballroom dancing/Karoke Where: 4609 Convoy St., San Diego him to the ropes. His speed and power was Where: 3893 54th St., San Diego, Phone: (858) 268-0888 no match. Valle’s corner waved the towel Phone: (619) 229-8228 and the fight was stopped at 26 seconds in MCDINI'S DINER & EVENTS the second round. Filipino food every Saturday “I was surprised. 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Eric de Leon one-man band Phone: (619) 477-2590 “Myself and co-manager Joel Coombs will be meeting with our matchmaker, Jorge Marron, and promoter, Don Chargin Photo: Paul Gallegos regarding Mercito's future,” Parra said. Mercito Gesta defeated Ivan “Relampago” Valle (28-10-24 KOs) of Los Mochis, Sinaloa, Mexico, on Fil-Am R&B group found Gesta said he is looking to fight in Feb- Oct. 22 in front of a sellout crowd at the Four Points Sheraton Hotel in San Diego. ruary 2011. He isn’t sure where, or who his opponent would be, but he is eagerly According to a statement released on “I'm very happy for Mercito and am very awaiting the details for his next fight. the Golden Boy website on Oct. 26, “Box- pleased with his performance,” Parra said. fame on YouTube, now they The Sólo Boxeo Tecate card, billed as ing fans viewing Friday night's TeleFu- “Next, Mercito will take a trip home to vis- “No Mercy,” was televised live on TeleFu- tura broadcast of Sólo Boxeo Tecate” sat it his family for the holidays.” tura. It was presented by Jorge Marron in the judge's seat and cast their text The Filipino boxer hasn’t gone home to sing with Justin Bieber Productions and Don Chargin Productions votes naming Mercito Gesta as the fight- the Philippines for almost three years. He in association with Golden Boy Promo- er with the most character. Gesta defeat- will be there until mid-January. tions and Bobby D. Presents. ed Ivan Valle in a second-round knockout “I’m so excited to go back home,” he said Gesta’s knockout performance earned after bringing him down twice in the first with a smile. “I haven’t been able to focus. him the honor of being crowned as the round. Boxing experts consider this victo- I miss it so much. It’s hard because I’m re- “Boxer Con Carácter,” or the fighter with ry the biggest win of Gesta's career, and ally close to my family.” the most character. 78 percent of fans who voted agreed. The WBO World Juvenile Champion’s “I’m just so thankful. It’s nice to have Launched by Tecate, cerveza con caráct- big win on Oct. 22 has brought the recog- people notice,” a humble Gesta said. “I er, the “Cinturón Tecate” award gives view- nition he deserves. hope this helps me get to the next level. I ers the chance to recognize the strength, Whether his next fight is in San Diego or think in 2011 I’ll have the chance to fight courage and determination of up-and-com- for the championship. I’m ready for that.” ing fighters featured on Sólo Boxeo Tecate.” See g esta on 17

Fil-Am war film’s U.S. premiere set for Nov. 6 Photos: Legaci By Ruben V. Nepales Irma Adlawan, John Arcilla, Spanky Man- The Filipino-American R&B band Legaci. The band was discovered by ikan, Miguel Faustmann and Joe Gruta. singer Justin Bieber’s manager on YouTube, who invited them to sing LOS ANGELES — “Amigo,” writer-di- The international cast has Chris Cooper back up for Bieber (below), who was also a YouTube sensation. rector John Sayles’ drama set in the Phil- (winner of Oscar and Golden Globe Best ippine-American War and shot in Bohol, Supporting Actor awards for “Adapta- Pop sensation Justin Bieber screens for the first time in the United tion”), Garret Dillahunt, DJ Qualls, Lucas has company on the stages he’s States at the American Film Institute Fest Neff, Bill Tangradi, Yul Vasquez, Dane De- been storming. Discovered on on Nov. 6 at the world famous Grauman’s Haan, James Parks and Stephen Taylor. YouTube just like the shaggy- Chinese Theatre in Hollywood. “It was an honor and privilege to have haired teen idol was Legaci — The film focuses on a local village an icon like Sayles shooting in the Phil- a group of four Filipino-Ameri- dealing with the U.S. invasion in 1900 ippines, definitely,” Art Acuña said when can R&B singers who are part while still recovering from the revolution we asked him about his experience work- of a wave of Pinoy talent crest- against Spain. ing with the director who also wrote and ing in America. The screening is presented by The As- edited the film. “It was already an honor Before making it to “Saturday sociation for the Advancement of Fili- that he was interested in telling this sto- Night Live” and “Ellen,” Lega- pino-American Arts and Culture (also ry in the first place.” ci could be found auditioning for known as FilAm ARTS), according to its Acuña added: “The easy collaboration talent shows everywhere. You founding board director and chair emeri- between actor, director, and the production name it, they tried it. The late their talent isn’t going unrec- tus, Winston Emano. team was unique.” 1990s found the group as part of ognized, despite being over- “We’re excited about our very first “True learning experience” a larger Filipino R&B boom in shadowed by Bieber, who is, screening of ‘Amigo’ in the United States, John also tapped Filipinos to comprise Northern California alongside of course, still in the spotlight. specifically in L.A., which has a large Fili- the film’s production staff and crew. groups like Pinay, DNH and Kai. Bieber has adjusted his set to pino population as well as a big John Say- Acuña, who is based in the U.S. where They circuited the clubs and give way for Legaci to perform les fan base,” Maggie Renzi, “Amigo’s” pro- tance, though everyone loved Rafael, Jo- he also appears in the theater, flew to the college campuses, released two one of their own songs. ducer, told us via e-mail. “AFI hooked us el’s character. Joel got a lot of attention Philippines for the movie’s shoot. “For the albums and auditioned for tele- Bieber and Legaci played to up with FilAm ARTS and Winston Ema- wherever he went. And John Sayles is character (Macario Locsin) I played, it vision talent competitions with a sold-out crowd on Oct. 30 at no, whose outreach for ‘Amigo’ is getting a worshipped in Spain.” took an expanded three weeks,” he said. open calls: “American Idol,” “The the San Diego Sports Arena, great response.” “Provocative, insightfully funny” “Expanded because there were scenes in- Sing Off,” “America’s Got Talent” now known as the Valley View Unspoken part of history We have not seen the film yet. The In- between mine that left me with an open, and MTV’s “Top Pop Group.” Casino Center. Starring Joel Torre, the film that was quirer’s Lito Zulueta, who attended the enjoyable window to explore Bohol on a Despite their obvious talent, While most of their expo- shot entirely in the Philippines depicts first composite print screening of “Amigo” motorcycle with my lady, Maritina (Romu- they weren’t getting any big sure now is shared with Bieber a part of Filipino-American history that in the Philippines last August, wrote in an lo). And the shoots were totally enjoyable breaks. So they turned to You- — many of their Twitter follow- Renzi described as "so unspoken it’s prac- article: “Brave, provocative, and insight- and a true learning experience.” Tube — which turned out to ers and YouTube subscribers are tically a secret." fully funny, ‘Amigo’ weaves a complex tale Aside from having his my wife-to-be be a good thing, because it was also Bieber fans — Legaci may Asked about the film’s journey in the that does not simplify the issues involved helping him with ideas and notes while through their YouTube video of just be making it big on their festival circuit thus far, Renzi answered: in the war and tries to give voice to the Fil- shooting, Acuña said he thought “seeing Bieber’s runaway hit “Baby” that own. A record deal with Braun is “AFI will be our fourth festival with ‘Ami- ipinos’ yearning for freedom.” Sayles in a Philippine setting seemed un- they skyrocketed to invisible already in the works. go’ and since London, we’ve really felt the Lito also wrote: “Sayles said he tried to real. The American cast was cool. They fame. The video had been post- Asian-Americans are a rar- Filipino audience discovering the movie. capture the complexity of the war in the were serious actors.” ed for just one day when Bieber’s ity on stage, but the gates to Toronto was all business — that’s what’s movie while tracing America’s conflict- He thinks “Amigo” is “a beautiful movie manager, Scooter Braun, invited the mainstream are opening happening at TIFF (Toronto Internation- ed policy in Iraq to its original imperialist with a lot of heart.” Legaci to join them. a bit wider as Legaci joins the al Film Festival) now. San Sebastian? venture in the Philippines.” Sayles and Renzi will both attend the A week after the call, Lega- ranks of Charice Pempeng- Check out johnsaylesbaryo.blogspot.com. Formerly titled “Baryo,” “Amigo” fea- Nov. 6 screening. Emano said that ad- ci found themselves rehearsing co, the Pussycat Dolls’ Nicole The historic loss of the Philippines is tures a cast of Filipino and international mission to the movie is free. Details on with Bieber in New York and Scherzinger and Allan Pine- huge in the Spanish psyche, even today. actors. Aside from Joel, the Pinoy thespi- how to get tickets are available on http:// performing live with Bieber on da — more popularly known In San Sebastian, they saw the movie to- ans include Bembol Roco, Ronnie Lazaro, filamarts.org/get-involved/presenting-la- MTV and on New York’s top pop as Apl.de.ap of the Black Eyed tally in subtitles. There was some resis- Rio Locsin, Pen Medina, Bodjie Pascua, premiere-amigo. (Inquirer.net) radio station, Z100. 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G esta 80-72, 79-73 and 78-74. Diego by way of Chicago, in the Continued from p­­­­­age 16 Amaris “Diamond Girl” eight-round main event for the Quintana (3-0-2, 0 KOs) of La California State Super Welter- GMA Network launches on the road, Gesta will definite- Mesa, Calif., defeated Gloria weight Title. ly have more eyes watching him. Salas (3-5-1) of Riverside, Ca- James “El Chocolate” Pari- “I want to make my name lif, in the four-round junior son (12-1, 3 KOs) of San Diego, Christmas campaign with bigger. Not because I want to flyweight event. After going will take on Loren “Rock” My- be famous but because I want all four rounds, Amaris took ers (7-9-1, 2 KOs) of Fresno, a chance at the champion- the win with scores of 40-36, Calif., in the six-round middle- ship,” he said. “Now that the 40-36 and 39-37. weights co-main event. real-life, inspiring stories fans saw the fight, I hope they Mark Salcer (11-0, 9 KOs) The four-round feather- like it. It’s a step up. I want the defeated Juan Carlos Diaz (1- weight event will feature Pablo This Christmas, GMA Net- of indigent patients unable to af- (director), Vince Gealogo (co-di- best and I’m not going to stop 10) in the welterweight event “Bronco” Armenta (3-0, 1 KO) of work — the broadcasting com- ford treatment. When the sur- rector), Ingrid Navarro (producer) until I’ve fought the best.” by a fourth-round decision. South San Diego, against Ron- pany behind the Philippines’ prised families of these patients and cameramen Hanniel Aguilar, Results Up next ald “Mad Man” Hurley (4-4-2, 0 top-rating programs shown inter- ask to thank him in person, they Javier Delgado and Paul Arrojado. Also on the Oct. 22 card, The next Coors Light Box- KOs) of San Jacinto, Calif. nationally via GMA Pinoy TV and are told by the hospital staff that The entire campaign was Christian Bojorquez (1-0, 0 ing Series show will be held on Emmanuel Robles (1-0, 0 GMA Life TV — recognizes the Jose has already left. spearheaded by the creative KOs) of Tijuana, Mexico, de- Thursday, Nov. 18. The card, KOs) of Imperial Beach, Ca- heart of the Filipino through a se- “These are real-life Santas,” team of GMA's program support feated Salvador Cifuentez (0-1) which is being co-promoted by lif., will face a fighter still to be ries of real-life, inspiring stories. explained director Paul Ticzon department, comprised of Regie in the 4-round featherweight Bobby D. Presents and Jorge announced in the four-round Tagged “Isang Pagkilala sa when asked what he found spe- Bautista (vice president), Armie event. Bojorquez went the dis- Marron Productions, will be lightweight event. Puso ng Pilipino Ngayong Pas- cial about this project after hav- Herrera (associate creative di- tance in his professional debut held at the Crowne Plaza Ho- Ernesto Ocon (1-0, 0 KOs) of ko,” the stories tell the real-life ing directed many of the net- rector), Caca Ko, Weng Espiri- and won with a majority vote tel in Mission Valley, located Los Angeles, will face a fight- tales of Filipinos who, by sharing work’s Christmas campaigns. tu (writers), Chris Roxas, Calvin of 38-38, 40-36 and 39-37. at 2270 Hotel Circle North in er still to be announced in the what they can, have made a dif- “These are people who go out of Anchores, Donn Dacalanio (art- Michael “Lil’ Warrior” Fran- San Diego, for the first time. four-round welterweight event. ference in the lives of many. their way to create a meaningful ists), Hasmin Marable (senior co (17-0, 11 KOs) of Riverside, The card is billed as “Show- Doors open at 6:30 p.m. with “When we came across these Christmas for others. Their sto- project manager) and Minette Calif., defeated Adolfo “El Ter- down at the Crowne — San the first bout scheduled for 7:00 stories, we immediately knew ries will hit you in the heart.” Lopez (project manager). ror” Landeros (20-16-1, 9 KOs) Diego’s Biggest Little Fight.” p.m. The event is all ages and that we had to share them with The GMA project team is com- GMA Network’s 2010 Christ- of Mexico City in the eights- Lester “El Cubanito” Gonza- there is plenty of onsite parking. our audience,” said Regie Bau- prised of multi-awarded cinema- mas plug series (shot in high-def- round featherweight co-main lez (11-0-1, 6 KOs) of San Diego Tickets start at $25 and are avail- tista, vice president of GMA pro- tographer Ding Achacoso (direc- inition digital video) premiered event. The fight went the dis- by way of Havana, Cuba, will able at the hotel gift store. For gram support department. “This tor of photography), Paul Ticzon on GMA Pinoy TV on Oct. 30. tance and Franco won by unan- face Chris “The Last Chapter” tickets or more information, call Christmas campaign reaffirms imous decision with scores of Chatman (8-1, 4 KOs) of San (619) 420-8866 or (619) 743-0698. what Filipinos should always be proud of — the inherent good- ness of their hearts.” Starring in the vignettes are three of GMA’s biggest and most renowned Kapuso stars: Ding- dong Dantes, Marian Rivera and Richard Gutierrez. Richard plays Ed, a U.S. im- migrant based in Las Vegas, Nev., whose heart remains very Filipino. With his wife, he per- sonally packs balikbayan boxes with toys and school supplies and ships these at Christmas time to children in different provinces. Marian portrays Mila, a woman who literally opens her home to the less fortunate. Mila welcomes the Season of Advent by selling Christmas decors in her garage. She uses the mon- ey she earns to prepare food and feed more than 200 fami- lies on New Year’s Eve. Meanwhile, Dingdong is cast Photo: Paul Gallegos as Jose, who spends Christmas Mercito Gesta’s knockout performance on Oct. 22 earned him the honor of being crowned as the Eve going to different hospitals Photo: Courtesy photo “Boxer Con Carácter,” the fighter with the most character. in Metro Manila, paying the bills Marian Rivera portrays Mila, a woman who opens her home to the less fortunate.

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lincecum ca (Becky) Asis is a full-blood- strong sense of family ties Continued from p­­­­­age 1 ed Filipina. Her father, Balle- from his mother. Writer Kev- Push-cart educator, CNN Hero riano, was born in Honolulu in Riley said a few days after In an earlier article, Lince- and mother Philomena Mara- Lincecum’s Filipino grandfa- cum said he owes his devel- sigan in Stockton, Calif. Bal- ther, Balleriano Asis, died in Peñaflorida visits San Diego opment to his father, Chris, a leriano’s father, Genaro, was 2007, he was distraught and parts inventory employee at born somewhere in Mindan- didn’t play up to par against Boeing in Seattle. He learned ao and mother, Albert Alcoy, the Chicago Cubs. By Aurora S. Cudal I was bullied, but I was able to of Global Link Media, advised the game at the age of 5 and in Cebu. Philomena’s father, “It was my fault, I had a lot Filipino Press Contributing Writer overcome these challenges. I him to make his trip productive developed his style from drills Leoncio, was born in Batan- of stuff in my head,” said Lince- went to school and studied com- by raising funds for his projects, and hours of watching tape gas and mother, Anastasia cum. “I’m just trying to be as fo- Efren Peñaflorida, the young puter technology then went on particularly the completion of with his father. Dominguez, in Siquijor. cused on the game as possible.” and unassuming boy who grew to pursue a degree in education, the learning center. Lincecum’s mother Rebec- Lincecum inherited his (philstar.com) up in the dumpsite of Cavite majoring in secondary educa- The Dinner Musicale fea- City, Philippines, and became tion. Reaching out to the chil- tured two outstanding singers, CNN's Hero of the Year in 2009, dren is my way of giving back.” Fresas Flores Balestreri and not be processed. plicants are posted on the web- made a whirlwind fundraising Together with other young Maripaz Alvero Vigo, who sang outreach • Oath-Taking will be sched- site schedule, all applicants visit to San Diego on Nov. 2-3. boys challenged by pover- the Philippine national anthem Continued from p­­­­­age 1 uled on the same day for quali- are required to appear person- The hurriedly coordinat- ty and street gangs, Peñaflor- and the U.S. national anthem, to (213) 639-0990. Thumbprints fied applicants. ally during their appointment ed but ultimately successful ida established the Dynamic respectively. Melanie Jiminez, and signature must be affixed • Applicants should take time for data verification, fin- events, consisting of a private Teens Company and offered a a seven-year-old singing sensa- and all pertinent data on the their oath as Dual Citizens in ger printing and photo/signa- dinner at the residence of Gemy unique out-of-school education- tion, sang “My Hero.” But the application form must be com- decent attire. The consulate ture capture and must bring all and Remy Broas and a Dinner al program as a means of entic- guest entertainer who brought pleted. Incomplete forms will will refuse oath-taking to ap- original documents. Musicale at Jasmine Seafood ing the street children to learn the house down was Bernardo not be processed. plicants wearing inappropriate The final list of all applicants Restaurant, proved to be heart- how to read and write and to go Bernardo, comedian-singer ex- • Personal appearance is outfit such as: with pre-processed applications warming as Cavitenos and back to formal schooling. They traordinaire. required in all cases (includ- • Sleeveless shirts will be posted at the consulate’s their friends came to support gathered the children as they The organizers of the event, ing applicants who are 65 and • Skimpy clothes website (www.philippinecon- his project, the completion of a pushed carts loaded with books Aurora S. Cudal, Remy Broas, above and minors who are be- • Shorts sulatela.org) by Nov. 11. learning center for the poorest and school supplies. This young and Blessie Trott, were support- low 18 years old). • Sandos All applicants are advised to of the poor children in Cavite. group of young people took ed- ed by Ed Danico, president of • Do not bring passport pic- • Slippers transact their business directly The building with a “push-cart” ucation where the children are Cavite Association, Nina Anson tures. Passport pictures are Appointment Scheduling Steps with consulate officials and not architectural design started playing, usually around the and Jean Sipriaso of Los Cha- to be taken by the consulate. for Report of Marriage (ROM) through travel agencies. with the funds awarded to Pe- dumpsite or in the cemetery of bacanos Association, and Arnel • The applicant must wear and Birth (ROB) Fees ñaflorida as last year’s CNN Cavite City. Encabo, also from Cavite and decent attire (no sleeveless • Visit the Philippine Con- Fees must be paid in per- Hero. “Our aim is to make learning treasurer of the Council of Phil- and/or collarless attire) and sulate website (www.philip- son at the scheduled appoint- The touching, heartwarm- fun so that the children will be ippine American Organizations without eyeglasses/colored pineconsulatela.org) and print ment. The consulate will only ing story of Peñaflorida carried enticed to go back to school,” Pe- of San Diego County, the fis- contact lenses. the ROM or ROB form; accept payments in cash, post- a simple message: “Embrace ed- ñaflorida said. cal agency for the fundraising • No facial piercings allowed. • Complete the ROM or ROB al money order or cashier’s ucation and it will embrace you Peñaflorida was invited to event. Dr. Allen Chan, owner of Appointment Scheduling Steps form; and, check. Personal checks will back.” come to the U.S. to attend the Jasmine Seafood City Restau- for Dual Citizenship Applicants • No later than Nov. 8, send not be accepted. “My father was a tricycle 2010 CNN Heroes Award cer- rant, presented a $1,000 check • Visit the Philippine Con- an advance copy (one set only) • ePassport: $60 processing driver and my mother was a emony in Los Angeles, howev- to Peñaflorida representing a sulate website (www.philip- of the completed form and fee plus $6 for passports to laundry woman,” said Peña- er, one of his friends and bene- portion of the proceeds from the pineconsulatela.org) and print supporting documents to the be returned to the applicant florida. “I lived in poverty and factors, Erlinda Granda-Sabah eight-course dinner. the Dual Citizenship Applica- consulate by fax (213) 639- by mail tion form; 0990. Incomplete forms will • Dual Citizenship: $50 pro- • Complete the Dual Cit- not be processed. cessing fee izenship Application form; Appointment Scheduling Steps • Civil Registry: $25 process- and, for Notarization of Documents ing fee plus $6 for documents • No later than Nov. 8, • No later than Nov. 8, to be returned to the applicant send an advance copy of the send an advance copy of the by mail completed Dual Citizenship document to be notarized to • Notarization of Documents: application form and sup- the consulate by fax (213) $25 processing fee plus $6 for porting documents to the 639-0990. documents to be returned to consulate by fax (213) 639- Information for all applicants the applicant by mail 0990. Other than the thumb- The consulate regularly up- Contact information print and photo which will dates the appointment sched- For more information call be done on site, all pertinent ule posted on its website as Eric Sierra of the consulate data on the application form they receive the completed at 1-213-637-3028 or Fred must be completed. Other- applications. Gallardo of COPAO at (619) wise, incomplete forms will Once the names of the ap- 850-0825.

Photo: Filipino Press Staff Push-cart educator and 2009 CNN Hero Efren Peñaflorida (center) attends a private dinner at the home of Gemy and Remy Broas while in San Diego Nov. 2-3 for a fundraising visit that included a Dinner Musicale at Jasmine Seafood Restaurant.

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$19.99 FACIAL with this coupon Expires 11/30/2010 November 6 -12, 2010 THE FILIPINO PRESS 19 pacquiao Resuming his career, on Continued from p­­­­­age 1 If Pacquiao beats May 8 this year, Margari- to won a 10-round decision had just come from a gruel- Margarito in their Nov. against Robert Garcia for the ing 12-round sparring session 13 bout, he will be the vacant WBC international with four fighters from differ- light-middleweight title. ent divisions. first man to win eight Height, reach handicap The event was sponsored by titles in as many weight Margarito stands 5 feet, 11 Nike, which was releasing a inches; Pacquiao is 5-foot 6 new line of products, ranging divisions. inches. Margarito’s reach is 73 from flipflops to hoodies to box- inches; Manny’s is 67 inches. ing shoes in its new store here. the flagging re-election bid of This will be the biggest Later in a hurried inter- Democratic Sen. Harry Reid. height and reach handicap that view, Pacquiao told the Phil- The Vegas trip has already Pacquiao will be facing, which ippine Daily Inquirer that he raised a howl here among is why he has two 6-foot boxers would be fighting at 150 lbs., Republicans. among his sparring partners. which is five more than when Roach said this training During the Nike event, the he fought and beat welter- camp was Pacquiao’s “worst host, Laila Ali, daughter of box- weight Joshua Clottey, his last ever,” which has led to specu- ing great Muhamad Ali and her- victim. The catch weight in lation among boxing fans here self a boxing champion, asked the WBC super welterweight that Roach was still upset and Pacquiao for a prediction, which division is 151 pounds. that this was the reason it was he declined to give. If Pacquiao beats Margarito conditioning coach Alex Ariza Special guests in the audi- in their Nov. 13 bout, he will be who was with the boxer during ence were Fil-Am high school the first man to win eight titles the Nike event. students from Carson City, an- in as many weight divisions. All’s well other Filipino enclave in Cal- Currently, Pacquiao shares Speaking with the media, ifornia, some of whom got to the seven-title record with Hec- however, Pacquiao said all was ask Pacquiao some questions tor “Macho” Camacho, a trou- well in Team Pacquiao, though about his career and motiva- bled Puerto Rican pugilist who he did not say why Roach was tions as a boxer. retired in 2008. Camacho nev- not with him. Pacquiao’s advice: “Finish er gained renown because some For his part, Roach, in the school, and if you want to be- Photo: Chris Farina/Top Rank of his titles were not recognized doghouseboxing.com article, come a boxer, you would need to by major boxing organizations. said he was confident that have the passion and the disci- Superstar Manny Pacquiao hits the double end bag at the Wildcard Boxing Club on Monday, Nov. 1. Pacquiao takes on Boxing pundits and aficio- Pacquiao would “be prepared” pline to succeed.” (Inquirer.net) three-time world champion Antonio Margarito on Nov. 13 at Cowboys Stadium in Arlington, Texas. nados here and in the Philip- in his fight with Margarito, a pines have expressed concern Mexican-American from Tor- that Pacquiao’s emergent polit- rance, Calif., at the ultramod- Margarito’s training, meanwhile, is ical career as the congressman ern Cowboys Stadium. margarito buzzing with confidence. from Sarangani is causing him Margarito, 32, became the Continued from p­­­­­age 1 “I only have two more weeks of train- to lose focus on his training. WBO welterweight champ on “People talk a lot about height and ing here at the gym, and on Saturday Distractions March 16, 2002, with a knock- reach, but I think the advantage in this [Nov. 6] we will fly to Dallas one week Pacquiao’s coach, Freddie out of Antonio Diaz. On Dec. fight will go to whoever prepares him- before the fight. We’re not going to train Roach, has been quoted on a 2, 2006, setting a furious clip self better in the gym for this fight, be- as intensely in Dallas; we’ll just jog a boxing website as saying he of 1,675 punches in 12 rounds, cause he has already shown that he has little bit just to stay in weight. The rest was “thrilled” that his ward had he decisioned Joshua Clottey. the power to fight in these divisions, and of the training stays the same: I hit all left the Philippines where there Two years later, on July 26, I don’t think there are any advantages to the bags, mitts and all that,” said Mar- were too many “distractions … 2008, he would TKO Miguel anyone. The fighter who prepares hard- garito who, like Pacquiao, is tapering just too much (expletive).” Cotto in the 11th round. er for this fight will win,” said Margarito, off after logging 12 rounds of sparring But since Pacquiao arrived Then on Jan. 24, 2009, he who is a 5-1 underdog. in just one day. Photo: Chris Farina/Top Rank on Oct. 23, he has skipped lost a ninth round technical Margarito was already doing his road- Even if Margarito cuts down the num- training camp twice already. knockout to Shane Mosley. work and attending afternoon sessions in Three-time world champion Antonio Margarito ber of rounds of sparring in the final He went to San Diego, about But during these fights, Mar- the gym when Pacquiao was still attend- (right) hit the mitts with trainer Robert Garcia at the three or four sparring days, he will still Robert Garcia Boxing Academy in Oxnard, Calif. an hour’s drive away south garito’s gloves were found to ing to his duties in Congress and the sub- have the likes of Ricardo Williams, Aus- from here, to coach a Filipi- have substances used to make ject of buildup will be put to a stern test Roach a lot of worries. tin Trout and Casey Martinez on call to no-American basketball team plaster of Paris. As a result, as soon as the two fighters answer the But with Pacquiao back in the familiar help him study Pacquiao’s style being he sponsors. Margarito and his trainer Ja- bell at Cowboys Stadium. confines of the Wild Card in Hollywood, southpaws themselves. He later flew to Las Vegas, vier Capetillo were suspended Pacquiao had a not-so-impressive Roach said Pacquiao is back in his element, In contrast, Pacquiao has welterweight Nev., on the request of boxing by the California State Ath- stint while spending four weeks in Ba- doing what is expected of him in this cru- Rashad Holloway and lighties David Rodela promoter Bob Arum, to support letic Commission. guio and Manila and this gave Freddie cial stage of training. and Ray Beltran at his disposal. (mb.com.ph) 20 THE FILIPINO PRESS November 6 -12, 2010 SATURDAY NOVEMBER 13

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t is believed that music ist such as Montano to put in man of Songs,” Julius Obregon, and the art of painting canvas the love of his life: Bo- and Cesar Montano. Cousin to Ishare a common vocabu- hol, the land of his boyhood a few popular Cruz’s in the in- lary as sister arts. Like mu- and now, the object of his de- dustry, namely Sheryl Cruz, sic, colors have tones and har- sire to improve the quality of Donna Cruz and Geneva Cruz, monies, the reason why both life of his home province. she showed that she had what can be referred to as composi- Cesar Montano, oil painter? it took to shine in show busi- tions. Also, paintings are com- Very few people know he paints ness, just like her cousins. pared to literature and poetry using oils and draws sub- “Sunshine is equally gifted because they often share lyr- jects from familiar sights and with a wonderful set of vocal ical qualities. Dance, drama, scenes: sabong (cockfighting), chords,” said Obregon, co-pro- even architecture have their balay(homes in the neighbor- ducer, director and conceptu- counterparts in certain types hood), isda sa suba (river fish), alist of the show. “She really is of painting. And painting has inahan (motherhood), tasa og the sunshine of Cesar’s life,” sometimes has been linked to kape (coffee cup). Among an as- Obregon said with a smile. motion pictures in works quite sorted body of some 50 works, The show will also intro- apart from the many biograph- his paintings are brightly hued, duce the singing dentist, Dr. ical epics detailing the lives Emmanuel Aguilar, propri- and loves of famous artists. etor of American Dental Clin- But nowhere is the bond be- ic in Clairemont on Mesa Blvd. tween the arts stronger than in San Diego. Dr. Noel Agui- the link between painting lar is a well-trained San Di- and music. That sums up the ego dentist providing excellent concept of “Colors of Love,” a dentistry, including dental im- unique art exhibit and con- plants, veneers, cosmetic den- cert featuring Cesar Monta- tistry and teeth-whitening. He no, Sunshine Cruz and Julius is the president of the Associa- Obregon at 7:00 p.m. on Sat- tion of Filipino Dentists of San urday, Nov. 20, at the Mar- Diego County. riott Courtyard Hotel, 895 “Colors of Love” is all about Hotel Circle South in San Di- the Panaghoy Children Founda- ego. The event’s mood will be tion, Inc., Montano’s brainchild light, lively, elaborate and yet project recognized for its efforts surprisingly impromptu, with in advocating basic education, the songs and music of Cruz, with the belif that it is the only Obregon and Montano seem- Sunshine Cruz and Cesar Montano way to be able to sustain or even ingly harmonizing with those uplift living conditions in their of the artworks of the latter, a with bold streaks and multi- respective hometowns. multi-talented actor with an ple strokes, fuzzy backgrounds The powerhouse show of- eye on Hollywood, film direc- and intense lines of silhouettes. fers an evening of arts narrated tion, and now, painting. There is much to see and imag- through songs and music as the “How could we not do this?” ine in his paintings, drawing at- expression of the colors of love asks Dr. Emmanuel Agui- tention to his eye for color, in- of three consummate artists. lar and the Rev. Julius Obre- terstices of lines and intricate Tickets are at $35 per per- gon, common friends of hus- figures, to his sense of nature son with a limited “Meet and band and wife Cesar Montano and transcendence. Greet” special seating from and Sunshine Cruz. The art- On the musical side, the al- 4:30 to 6:00 p.m. on the foy- works of Montano are irresist- luring Sunshine Cruz, who has er of the ballroom, followed by ible to behold. They draw forth starred in many movies and TB the show at 7:00 p.m. multi-layered images of home: series in her career as a teeny- For ticket and sponsorship the water, islands and people. bopper in the now defunct teen information, call (858) 750- It is the total expression and show, “That's Entertainment,” 8676 or (619) 708-8021. Group passion of a consummate art- will perform with “The Gentle- discounts available.

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We are proud to announce the opening of our new restaurant TITA’S II at 3421 East Plaza Boulevard National City, CA. 91950. TITA’S II will be the first Filipino- American fusion restaurant in the heart of National City that offers a fast-casual, Downtown contemporary touch provided at affordable dining prices. Our goal is to create a new and unique dining and entertainment experience in National City where delicious food, chic ambiance, and excellent service are provided to our customers at reasonable prices. To achieve this goal, we are looking for creative, talented, and ambitious cooks to join our team. We are looking for team members who:  Have experience in cooking authentic Filipino dishes.  Have experience in cooking NON-Filipino dishes.  Have creativity in food presentation as well as the desire to explore and develop new signature dishes.  Have an enthusiastic attitude and be organized, motivated, and a team player.  Have the passion for being a part of a team that is establishing something new, something unique built from scratch, and making it into the new “it” thing! If you have some or all of the above qualities, submit your resume at [email protected] Our target opening day is 1st week of December.