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MANILA, 7/14/2013 —Presi- in the United States’ remov- Inspired by a True Story .... dent Aquino ing the Philip- The Department of Tour- on Wednesday pines from its ism said on Wednesday that a signed the ex- anti-traffi cking total of 4,272,811 visitors ar- panded Anti- watchlist. Chapter 30. Dried Mangoes rived in the country last year, Traffi cking in “This is a 9.07 percent higher than the Persons Act, or concern and a 3,917,454 posted in 2011. Republic Act priority of our Leading the list of the 10364, which President and country’s top visitors are provides for this measure South Koreans, who supplied strengthened prosecution of will be enforced by the differ- a total of 1,031,155 visitors those who engage or attempt ent agencies, especially by the or 24.13 percent of the total to engage in human traffi ck- Department of Justice as well “Remember the time you took two boat trips, two plane rides, volume. South Korea was the ing, as well as protection to and a bus trip to buy me a single bag of dried mangoes?” Dr. fi rst to supply more than a traffi cked victims. (Continued on page 2) million visitors to the country, Delima said it with a straight face. refl ecting an 11.45 percent growth from 2011 fi gures. New York Times picks PHL in its “46 Gusi laughed out loud. Oh, the throbbing pain in his leg shot through This was followed by the his body, taking his breath away for a few seconds. But it was good to United States, which account- Places to Go in 2013″ laugh. Julio’s anguished face, pleading for forgiveness when he left him ed for 625,626 visitors or a to die at the hands of the executioners, had been haunting him day and 15.27 percent share. Japan Good News Pilipinas | night. MANILA, 1/3/2013 -- The ranked third with 412,474 visitors or 9.65 percent of the Philippines has made it again “Doc, is the wound serious?” total inbound traffi c, DOT into the top picks list of he asked once more. another major global publica- said. Rounding out the list are tion. “If I can get more potent are China with 250,883 ar- The New York Times antibiotics, you should be fi ne.” rivals (5.87 percent), Taiwan placed the country at number Dr. Delima reassured him. 17 on its list of “46 Places to with 216,511 (5.07 percent), Australia with 191,150 (4.47 Go in 2013,” ahead of Bang- Times said. “But, you can’t risk mov- percent), Singapore with kok, Paris and Casablanca. “Now in addition to the ing out of the base, Doc.” They 148,215 (3.47 percent), Cana- “A surfi ng and beach des- more upscale choices crop- were now situated deep in the da with 123,699 (2.9 percent), tination goes luxe … Idyllic ping up in former backpack- jungle, a very secure guerrilla Hong Kong with 118,666 white sand beaches, secluded, ing enclaves like Boracay, base. But the military was on (2.78 percent), Malaysia little-known surf towns and there is a new generation of high alert. If Dr. Delima risked pristine reefs are among the luxury hotels opening even with 114,513 (2.68 percent), natural draws of this country further afi eld,” it added. (Continued on page 10) United Kingdom with 113,282 made up of over 7,000 tropi- (2.65 percent) and Germany cal islands,” The New York (Continued on page 17) with 67,023 (1.57 percent). Overseas Filipinos, mean- while, supplied 5.05 percent Filipinos are biggest Asian group in to the total tourist traffi c with Activist priest pushes ‘131313’ 215,943 arrivals, posting a California—new study growth rate of 4.24 percent. movement for clean elections Inquirer.net | 2/7/2013 -- Asian Americans and Native eral federal and state agencies “Crossing the 4-mil- By Desiree Caluza, In- SAN FRANCISCO–Filipinos Hawaiian and Pacifi c Island- on the decade spanning 2000 lion mark is a feat in itself quirer.net | BAGUIO CITY, are the largest Asian minority ers, 2013,” by the Asian to 2010, the fi ndings present a and puts us well on track to 2/14/2013—Activist priest group in California today. American Center for Advanc- detailed look into each of the achieve our ultimate goal of Fr. Robert Reyes received his They also rank second only ing Justice, a coalition of sev- 23 distinct Asian ethnicities 10 million visitor arrivals by cross of ash on Wednesday, to Indians for having the least eral Asian American advocacy concentrated in California. 2016,” Tourism Secretary the start of Lent, before pre- poor and least low-income groups. Ramon Jimenez said. paring to pray for 13 minutes community members among One of the study’s aims is Fast growth DOT added that Japan, at 1 p.m. all Asians in the state. But to “debunk the model minor- Taiwan and Russia surpassed The moment also set off they also have the lowest ad- ity myth” by showing the Filipinos are the largest their respective target arrivals. Reyes’ campaign, dubbed However, the country was not able Fr. Robert Reyes mission rates in the University complexities within the Asian ethnic group in California “131313 Puliti-Kalinisan,” of California system. population as well as the at 1.5 million, followed by to reach its 4,556,582 visitor arrival which aims to encourage The movement was These are some of the fi nd- diverse economic and health Chinese at 1.4 million. The target for the year, citing economic voters and candidates to stop and political pressures from tra- launched on Ash Wednesday ings of a comprehensive new realities experienced by each Filipino population grew 34 ditional markets such as the US, and refl ect on the 13th hour of in Manila by an ecumenical study of the Asian American ethnic group. percent during the decade, each day for 13 minutes until Europe and China. community in California, “A Crunched from Census (Continued on page 4) May 13, Election Day. (Continued on page 17) Community of Contrasts: data and statistics from sev- (Continued on page 4)

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©2013 San Diego Gas & Electric Company. Trademarks are the property of their respective owners. All rights reserved. Page 2 Asian Journal - (619) 474-0588 Visit our website at http://www.asianjournalusa.com February 15-21, 2013 Legal Buzz Aquino signs Man sentenced to 12 years for child (Continued from page 1) sex trafficking by Atty. Jean Tinsay, Esq. Teenage girl prostituted in South- was ordered to pay a $1 million fine under a false name and posted online as our police agencies,” said Law Offices of Chua Tinsay & Vega and register as a sex offender under prostitution ads for her services. presidential spokesman Edwin ern California hotels and motels www.ctvattys.com SAN DIEGO, 2/12/2013 – A U.S. the Sex Offender Registration and HSI special agents arrested Ballard Lacierda. District Court judge sentenced a Notification Act. and rescued the victim in May 2012 Read Atty. Jean Tinsay’s previous articles by visiting "Child sex trafficking is an un- during an undercover sting at a Los our website at www.asianjournalusa.com According to the Mala- San Diego man Monday to serve cañang, the new law is an 150 months in federal prison for the merciful crime," said Derek Benner, Angeles-area hotel. expanded and strengthened trafficking of a 14-year-old girl he special agent in charge for HSI San U.S. Immigration and Customs Diego. "HSI special agents are com- version of the Anti-Traffick- prostituted over the course of several Enforcement (ICE) is the largest A Tale Of Two Friends days at various motels and hotels in mitted to fully pursuing those who investigative arm of the Department ing Law, and now covers take advantage of our most valuable of Homeland Security. ICE is a 21st attempted trafficking. It also Southern California. by Jean S. Tinsay, Esq. , the parties must be married. Randy Martell Ballard, 28, pleaded resource – the young and vulnerable century law enforcement agency January 21, 2013 has accessory liability as it guilty in November 2012 to child children who fall victim to these with broad responsibilities for a While Burt is a U.S. citizen, he has covers more related acts and sex trafficking following an in- intolerable acts." number of key homeland security not personally met Vida within the individuals. vestigation by U.S. Immigration According to the case special priorities. For more information, This is a story of two friends and last two (2) years. Hence, he is not Under RA 10364, recruitment in and Customs Enforcement's (ICE) agents, after Ballard recruited the visit www.ICE.gov. To report suspi- the different ways for them to bring eligible to file a K-1 fiancé(e) peti- the guise of domestic or overseas Homeland Security Investigations victim in El Paso, Texas, he pur- cious activity, call 1-866-347-2423 their love ones to the United States. tion for her. For Burt to be able to employment for sexual exploitation, (HSI) with assistance from the chased a one-way Greyhound bus or complete our tip form at: bring Vida to the United States, they forced labor or involuntary debt National City Police Department. In ticket for the two of them to Los http://www.ice.gov/exec/forms/ Burt and Ernie were inseparable have to get married. Once married, bondage, can now be considered hu- addition to the prison term, Ballard Angeles. He then prostituted the girl hsi-tips/tips.asp friends. Their parents were recruited he can then file a family-based im- man trafficking. from the Philippines to work as migrant petition for Vida. Immi- Also considered as human traffick- registered nurses in a remote nurs- grant visas are immediately avail- ing are these acts: recruitment of any ing facility in Stockton, California. able to the spouses of U.S. citizens Filipino woman to marry a foreigner, When their families first arrived and barring any complications it engagement in sex tourism, recruit- in the United States, their parents now takes less than a year to process ment for organ removal, and recruit- would take turns babysitting them the immigrant petition for Vida. ment of a child to engage in armed in between their shifts. Thus, Burt The Service has also made avail- activities abroad. and Ernie became the best of friends. able the K classification (K-3) for Penalties range from six months’ They went to the same schools, spouses of U.S. citizens which in community service to 20 years im- played the same sports and after years past is a relatively quicker prisonment, and a maximum fine of graduating from college shared an process than the family-based im- not less than P2 million. apartment. migrant petitions for spouses. Thus, Lacierda said that the Philippines Burt met Vida, a young lass from Burt after his marriage to Vida can was making progress in cutting Cebu on the internet. Since his opt to file a K-3 spouse petition for down human trafficking. family originally hailed Cebu, he Vida. If Burt opts to proceed with “Over a year ago we were taken quickly developed a connection with a K-3 spouse petition for Vida, she out of that category—Tier 2. [But] her. After months of corresponding will have to file an adjustment of sta- we’re still in the watchlist. We daily with Vida through text, skpe tus application upon arriving in the would like to improve our stand- and email, Burt asked Vida to marry United States to obtain U.S. perma- ing in the watchlist and we hope him and she accepted. nent residence status. that, with this expanded coverage of Ernie recently took a leave from As to Ernie, since he is a U.S. citi- anti-trafficking, we will be able to his work to accompany his parents zen and has personally met Liway- remove ourselves from the watch- who decided to retire early and way within the last two (2) years, he list,” he told a Palace briefing. return to the Philippines. While is eligible to file a fiancé(e) petition In 2011, the Philippines was scouting the local area for a retire- for her. Once Liwayway is admitted upgraded from Tier 3 to Tier 2 in the ment home for his parents, Ernie met to the United States, she has ninety Watchlist of the Trafficking in Per- Liwayway, the sales manager of a (90) days to marry Ernie and apply sons Report of the US State Depart- housing development in Tagaytay. It for adjustment of status in order to ment. This meant that the country was love at first sight for the two and obtain U.S. permanent residence was making serious efforts to deal they quickly got engaged. status. Moreover, if Ernie decides with human trafficking although it Upon Ernie’s return to the United to marry Liwayway, Ernie like Burt had not fully met the standards im- States, he shared the good news to can file a family-based immigrant posed by the internationally recog- Burt who also had his own good petition for Liwayway or also opt to nized Trafficking Victims Protection news to share. They are eager to proceed with a K-3 spouse petition Act. find out how to bring their respec- for her. Former US Secretary of State tive sweethearts to the United States. Hillary Clinton had cited the Philip- Both Ernie and Burt are U.S. Atty. Jean S. Tinsay is a partner in pines as “among the countries that citizens. The Law Firm of Chua Tinsay and have made a lot of progress” in the U.S. citizens can file a K-1 Vega (CTV) - a full service law firm global campaign against human traf- fiancé(e) petition, a K-3 spouse with offices in San Francisco, San ficking. petition or a family-based immigrant Diego, Sacramento and Manila. The Sen. Loren Legarda, the princi- petition. information presented in this article There are two main requirements is for general information only and for filing of a fiancé(e) petition: is not, nor intended to be, formal the petitioner must be a U.S. citi- legal advice nor the formation of an Follow Asian Journal on zen; and attorney-client relationship. 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That’s Asian American growth rate. by Zena Sultana Babao But we know that Filipinos are the Director in San Diego, CA according to a rule from the U.S. Indeed, while Latinos are projected biggest believers of our slogan, With the addition of 35 new Department of the Treasury. to be the majority population in Cal- For years, Social Security has Read Zena Babao’s previous articles by visiting our website at It’s more fun in the Philippines. Compassionate Allowances condi- ifornia by 2014, Asians have a faster www.asianjournalusa.com We remain confident and will tions involving cancers and rare stressed the convenience, security, growth rate of 34 percent compared continue to build on the positive diseases, there are now a total of 200 and safety of getting benefit pay- with Latinos at 28 percent. Whites, energies in order to cross the 5-mil- disabling conditions that qualify for ments electronically, offering peace meanwhile, declined by five percent. lion milestone in 2013,” Jimenez Social Security’s expedited disability of mind that your payment will Up to 55 percent of Filipinos Presidents Day 2013 said, adding that DOT will focus on process. The Compassionate Allow- arrive on time, even in the event of were born in the Philippines, and market development this year. ances initiative fast-tracks disability natural disasters or being away from they represent the highest number (Story courtesy of Jovan Cerda of decisions to ensure that Americans home when the check is in the mail. By Zena Sultana Babao ton’s Birthday” of immigrants among Asians who the Philippine Star) with the most serious disabilities Electronic payments (direct acquired permanent residence in ten As the first President, Washington receive their benefit decisions within deposit or Direct Express) are not Washington’s Birthday, or Presi- determined in large measure what years—255,987. days instead of months or years. only the best way to receive federal As a result, Tagalog is next only to dents Day, officially honors the life the job of the President would be; a number of electors equal to the In addition to increasing the list of benefit payments — for most people, and work of the first president of the who can be president; how is the number of senators and representa- Chinese as the most spoken among eligible conditions, the agency has starting in March, they are the only Asian languages. But reflective of United States, George Washington. president elected and for how long; tives they have in Congress. The achieved another milestone. Since way. George Washington’s birthday is and when does the president take Electoral College, which is made up diverse ages and educational and October 2008, nearly 200,000 people The truth is, for most people social backgrounds, 19 percent of February 22, and his birthday was office. of the electors from every state, then with severe disabilities nationwide getting monthly benefits, this isn’t first celebrated as a holiday in Wash- Who can be President? Any chooses the President by major- Filipinos over five years old have have been quickly approved using really a change at all. That’s because limited English proficiency. ington D.C. in 1880. It was made a natural-born citizen of the United ity vote. The electors usually vote the expedited process. more than 9 out of ten individuals federal holiday in 1885, but in 1971 States who is over the age of 35 and for the candidate supported by the Filipinos are also intermarrying Compassionate Allowances allow who receive benefits from Social and having offspring with other this holiday was moved to the third has lived in the United States for 14 voters of their state. When there are us to quickly identify diseases and Security already receive payments Monday of February. years or more can be President. two or more presidential candidates ethnic and racial groups–16 percent other medical conditions that, by electronically. are multiracial. The day also commemorates What does the President do? The and none gets a clear majority, Con- definition, meet Social Security’s If you get your payments the old- another past president of the United President is the chief executive of gress selects the presidential candi- standards for disability benefits. fashioned way and electronic pay- Lower Earning States, Abraham Lincoln, whose the United States. According to the date who received the most votes. These conditions primarily include ments are new to you, here are some birthday is also in mid-February. Constitution, he “shall take care that How long is the President in certain cancers, adult brain disor- things you may want to know about George Washington was the first the laws be faithfully executed.” office? The President is elected to Filipinos are relatively well edu- ders, and a number of rare disorders your future payments. cated. Up to 93 percent of Filipinos president of the United States of From time to time, he informs a term of four years. No President that affect children. Electronic payments are safer: America. His first term as presi- Congress in his “State of the Union” may be elected to more than two have a high school diploma or Compassionate Allowances permit there’s no risk of checks being lost higher, and 46 percent have a bach- dent was from 1789 to 1793 and his message what has been done and terms. Social Security to target the most or stolen; second term was from 1793 to 1797. what needs to be done. When does the President take of- elor’s degree or higher. clearly disabled individuals for Electronic payments are easy and But along with Laotian, Cambo- Before he became president he Although he cannot force Con- fice? The new President takes office medical approvals based on objec- reliable: there’s no need to wait for played important roles in the mili- gress to act, he can suggest a pro- at noon on January 20 of the year dian and Pakistanis, young Filipinos tive medical information that we can the mail or go to the bank to cash a have the lowest University of Cali- tary, leading the American Continen- gram for them to consider. And as following his election, on taking this obtain quickly. Using the Compas- check; tal Army to victory over the British leader of his political party, he can oath of office: “I do solemnly swear fornia (the state university system) sionate Allowances criteria, most Electronic payments are good for admission rates. in 1793. Washington is often seen as often see that the program is carried ( or affirm) that I will faithfully cases can be medically approved in the environment: they save paper the Father of the United Sates, and is out, when his party has a majority of execute the office of the President While California’s per capita in- less than two weeks. Compassionate and eliminate transportation costs; come is at $29,188 and the Asian per probably the best known American seats. He can also prevent Congress of the United States, and will, to the Allowances conditions are added as and finally; politician ever. from acting by using his presidential best of my ability, preserve, protect, capita income is $29, 841 Filipino a result of information received at Electronic payments save taxpay- per capita income lags at $26,971. The likeness and name of George veto. and defend the Constitution of the public outreach hearings, comments ers money to the tune of $120 mil- Washington can be seen in many The President plays the chief part United States.” Indians have the highest Asian per from the Social Security and Dis- lion per year: there are no costs for capita earnings at $40,303. White places in the United States. His and in shaping foreign policy. With the The Presidents and the years they ability Determination Service com- postage, paper, and printing; and three other presidents’ faces (Abra- Senate’s approval, he makes treaties have served: per capita income is $42,052. munities, input from medical and Electronic payments could save However, the Filipino community ham Lincoln, Thomas Jefferson and with other nations and appoints George Washington, 1789-1797; scientific experts, and research from you money on check-cashing and Theodore Roosevelt) are carved ambassadors. But he can also make John Adams, 1797-1801; Thomas is next only to Indians in having the National Institutes of Health. bank fees. the least poor and least low-income into the Mount Rushmore National executive agreements with other na- Jefferson, 1801-1809; James Madi- We also consider which conditions Please visit www.GoDirect.org to- Memorial in South Dakota. His tions without approval of the Senate. son, 1809-1817; James Monroe, members among Asian groups in are most likely to meet our current day to learn more about getting your the state—6 percent of Filipinos are image is also used on the one-dollar He nominates Cabinet members, 1817-1825; John Quincy Adams, definition of disability. Social Security and SSI payments bill and the quarter-dollar coin. The Supreme Court justices, and many 1825-1829; Andrew Jackson, 1829- poor and 17 percent low-income. For more information about Com- the safe, easy, inexpensive, and More than half of Filipinos in the capital of the United States, Wash- other high officials. These nomina- 1837; Martin Van Buren, 1837-1841; passionate Allowances, including green way — electronically. And rest ington D.C., Washington State, and tions must be approved by the Sen- William Henry Harrison, 1841; John state–58 percent–are homeown- a full list of qualifying conditions, assured that on payment delivery ers, while 42 percent are renters, at least three universities are named ate. However, he can fill thousands Tyler, 1841-1845; James Knox Polk, please visit www.socialsecurity.gov/ day, you won’t have to wait for your after him. of other important posts under his 1845-1849; Zachary Taylor, 1849- compared with 63 percent Chinese compassionateallowances. money; your money is already in the homeowners and 64 percent white Though our institutions such as own power. 1850; Millard Fillmore, 1850-1853; # # # bank and ready for you to use. state and local governments and pri- The President is the Commander Franklin Pierce, 1853-1857; James homeowners. vate businesses may use Presidents in Chief of the Armed Forces and Buchanan, 1857-1861. Heart disease, cancer, stroke and NEW TO ELECTRONIC PAY- ROOM FOR RENT diabetes are the leading causes of Day to refer to this holiday, it is the commissions officers in all branches Abraham Lincoln, 1861-1865; MENTS? federal government’s policy to refer of the service. Quiet Neighborhood death among Filipinos in Califor- to holidays by the name designated How is the President elected? (Continued on page 7) in National City. No nia, and 11 percent of them have no Beginning March 1, with few ex- health insurance. by the law, in this case “Washing- The voters of each state choose ceptions, all federal benefits, includ- smoking. No drugs. ing Social Security and Supplemen- 619.746.3416 February 15-21, 2013 Asian Journal - (619) 474-0588 Visit our website at http://www.asianjournalusa.com Page 5 Community Dr. Monzon is new COPAO president Filipino war vets lose appeal By Rudy D. Liporada Ed.D. Program in Post Secondary Samahan Filipino American SDSU Dr. Reynaldo I. Monzon is the Leadership. He is also the faculty Alumni Chapter and serves on the in US court new president of the Council of advisor for the Andres Bonifa- Board of Directors for COPAO, LOS ANGELES—Aging Filipino World War II and were promised Philippine American Organiza- cio Samahan Filipino American Kalusugan and FILAMEDA. veterans seeking benefi ts for their equal treatment with American vet- tions – San Diego (COPAO). His student organization on campus. Prior to accepting his current World War II services have decided erans after the war. assumption of the position comes During his tenure at SDSU, he has position at SDSU, Dr. Monzon was to take their case to the Supreme But in 1946, the US Congress at the heel of Merly Ferrer’s res- mentored second and third genera- the Chief Researcher for the San Court after a federal appeals court enacted the Rescission Act that took ignation as president last February tion Filipino American graduate Diego Community College District’s ruled against them, their lawyer said away full recognition of Filipino war 1, 2013. Dr. Monzon fi lled the students by encouraging them to Offi ce of Institutional Research and on Sunday. veterans and stripped them of their position by virtue of his being the pursue further research on Filipino Planning. He has also worked as “The fi ght continues,” said lawyer benefi ts. executive vice-president of the American issues. a Senior Educational Researcher Arnedo Valera, who received the In 2009, the US Congress ap- collaborative association of San As an educational researcher for for the City Heights Educational decision on Friday (Saturday in Ma- proved the American Recovery and Diego associations. the past 25 years, Dr. Monzon has Pilot at SDSU (1999-2000), and as nila). “Sadly, the decision highlights Reinvestment Act (Arra), a stimulus Ferrer had to resign because of conducted various studies inves- a Personnel Research Psychologist the continued discrimination against package that included one-time pay- a pending knee surgery where she tigating cross-cultural and insti- for both the County of San Diego our beloved veterans.” ments of $15,000 to Filipino veter- “felt that the process of healing tutional factors affecting college (1998-1999) and the Navy Personnel The lawsuit, fi led by the veter- ans in the United States and $9,000 and recovery will take sometime” student performance and success. Research and Development Center ans against the US Department of to those living in the Philippines. hindering her from fulfi lling the His research focuses primarily on (1984-1998). Veterans Affairs, said the benefi ts, But the lawsuit, fi led in the Ninth functions of the offi ce. Ferrer issues affecting Filipino American In addition to his Ph.D. in Higher including pensions and healthcare, US Circuit Court of Appeals in San completed two terms as president students and their families. He has Education from Claremont Graduate granted to Filipino veterans were far Francisco in October 2010, said of COPAO from 2009 to 2012. published various journal articles University, Dr. Monzon received his below those received by their Ameri- the claims of thousands of other Unopposed, her presidency spilt and book chapters in addition to Masters and Bachelor’s degrees in can counterparts. veterans were rejected since records over to the fi rst month of 2013. giving numerous presentations at More than 250,000 Filipinos (Continued on page 10) She says, “I can now resign with professional conferences and to (Continued on page 10) fought for the United States during a peace of mind that COPAO would the Director of Student Testing, As- community organizations. be in the best of hands with Dr. sessment and Research at San Diego In terms of his community Monzon at the helm.” State University (SDSU) and serves involvement, he is currently the Philippine Consulate General Signs Health Service Partnership Dr. Reynaldo Monzon is currently as a doctoral faculty member for the president of the newly formed AB With St. Vincent Medical Center For The Filipino Community Los Angeles, 05 February 2013. similar partnership agreements with Consul Charmaine Serna-Chua. Union Bank And Kpbs Honor Sixteen Local - Consul General Maria Hellen ten Consulates General in Los Ange- Photo above shows (L-R) Mr. Vit- M. Barber-De La Vega signed a torio Palado, Consul Heroes At 15th Annual Awards Celebration Memorandum of Understanding Charmaine A. Serna- SAN DIEGO (February 11, 2013) are: JiAel Brownell and Bishop Louis Frick and Laurel Moorhead with Mr. Jan N. Stein, Vice Presi- Chua, Deputy Con- – As part of its ongoing commitment Roy Dixon (Black History Month); (Disability Awareness Month); and dent and Executive Director of St. sul General Daniel to cultural diversity and respon- Michelle Houle and Dr. Doris A. Patricia A. Dixon and Leroy Elliott Vincent Medical Center (SVMC) R. Espiritu, Consul sible banking, Union Bank, N.A., Howell (Women’s History Month); (Native American Heritage Month). Foundation, at a ceremony held this General Ma. Hellen partnered with KPBS to honor “Diversity and inclusion are morning at the Conference Room of Barber De La Vega, 16 local individuals who are an important part of our Union the Philippine Consulate General in Mr. Jan. N. Stein, making a difference to enrich Bank heritage, and we are proud Los Angeles. Vice President and the lives of others. The honor- of our Local Heroes program The MOU established a broad Executive Director, ees were announced throughout in partnership with KPBS that framework for cooperation between St. Vincent Foun- 2012 as part of the Cultural celebrates cultural diversity in the two organizations in provid- dation, Ms. Lydia Diversity Partnership, which our communities,” said Union ing and improving access to health Ramirez, Director, Daughters of recognizes and pays tribute to Bank Senior Executive Vice services for Filipino immigrants and les, two of which are from ASEAN, Charity Ministry Services Corpora- local heroes from eight diverse President Pierre P. Habis, head expanding its services to the under- namely Philippines and Thailand. tion and Mr. Pedro Ramirez, Director communities, and the year-long of Community Banking. “The served Filipino community. The project is an initiative of the for Multicultural Health Awareness celebration of diversity culmi- program shines a spotlight on St. Vincent Medical Center has ATN Section of the Consulate under and Prevention Center. nated with a ceremony and recep- Dennis-Michael Broussard and Mike the accomplishments of extraordi- tion on February 5, 2013, at the San Kawamura (Asian Pacifi c American nary individuals, and we are thrilled Diego Natural History Museum. Heritage Month); Jill Borg Spitzer to honor them with the recognition Recipients were formally recognized and Gussie Zaks (Jewish American they deserve.” for their work that helps improve not Heritage Month); Larry T. Baza and The host for the evening was Kathi only their local communities, but the Jeri Dilno (LGBT Pride Month); Diamant, an award-winning actor, region, the nation and the world. Michael A.V. Cruz and Danny Guti- author, broadcaster and adjunct pro- The 2012 Local Heroes recognized errez (Hispanic Heritage Month); fessor at San Diego State University. Page 6 Asian Journal - (619) 474-0588 Visit our website at http://www.asianjournalusa.com February 15-21, 2013 Perspectives

attack has been shown to approximately women; and triglycerides under 150 mg/ double the risk of heart attack in men dl. Women with low levels of HDL are Contemporary Asian and increase the risk in women by ap- more likely than men to develop heart proximately 70%. disease and high triglyceride levels are a -History of heart attack in both parents stronger risk factor for women than for American Issues increases the risk of heart attack, espe- men. by Dr. Ofelia Dirige cially when one parent had a premature Keep track of your cholesterol and Founder, President & CEO Kalusugan heart attack. blood pressure numbers. If your num- Community Services. www.fi lamwellness.org -Sibling history of HD has been bers are off target, talk to your doctor shown to increase the odds of HD in about how to safely lower them. men and women by approximately 50%. • UNHEALTHY DIET. You can • RACE. Blacks, Hispanics and Fili- improve your heart’s condition by pinos have a higher risk of heart disease eating healthfully. Eat a balanced diet than Caucasians. emphasizing lots of fruits and vegeta- • AGE. The older you are, the more bles with a variety of grains especially Be Kind To Your Heart you are at risk for heart disease. About 4 whole-grain, low-fat or nonfat dairy products, fi sh & seafood, legumes and State Of Philippine Politics by Emma Abutin, RN, MPH, Ofelia and having signifi cant health problems out of 5 people who die of heart disease are 65 or older. other sources of protein that are low in “You can only play with the cards positions are clear violations of the spirit Dirige, DrPH, RD and Lily Fu, MPH at the time the heart attack occurs. Also, saturated fats and cholesterol such as their symptoms are not recognized early 2. Those you can change you are dealt with.” Play them under if not the letter of the law on political • SMOKING. Cigarette smoking poultry, lean meat and plant sources. Eat Casino House or Las Vegas Rules. You dynasty as interpreted by COMELEC February is National Heart Month enough, so treatment is delayed and more fi sh. The omega-3 fatty acids in and the emphasis is on the prevention they suffer more heart damage. Women greatly increases the risk of heart at- are free to play whatever way you want and the executive/enforcement agencies. tack and stroke as well as lung cancer fi sh help keep the heart beat rhythmic but subject to conditions that you do not COMELEC Chairman Sixto Brilliantes of the major killer of men and women, experience symptoms that were new or and regular, according to studies. i.e., heart disease. This article gives different a month or more before having and other serious diseases. The risk of necessarily control. himself suggested that a law should be smoking is about the same for men and • OVERWEIGHT/OBESITY. I grew up with this thought embedded passed using the People’s Initiative to simple and engaging facts to help a heart attack. Women’s symptoms are Maintain a healthy weight. People who individuals assess their personal risk of not as predictable as men’s. women. Women smokers die of heart in both my conscious and subconscious resolve this dilemma. attack caused by smoking earlier than have excess body fat are more likely to mind. This is true in politics, in econom- heart disease and outlines steps one can What can you do to help your heart? develop heart disease and stroke even if take to improve their heart health and Heart disease results from both envi- men. Women who smoke are nearly ics, in religion and in fact, with life in TEAM PNoy vs. UNA twice as likely to die of sudden cardiac they have no other risk factors. Excess general. It is a reality that we have to reduce their chances of developing heart ronmental and inherited factors. There weight puts strain on the heart and arter- disease. are so-called risk-factors, conditions death, compared to women who have recognize and face if we are to ride out As I have stated in previous columns, never smoked. The Relative risk of ies; it also infl uences blood pressure and the ups and downs of day-to-day living. it would take a whole generation to What is heart disease? or habits that increase one’s chances of blood cholesterol, and makes diabetes Coronary heart disease (CHD) or developing CHD or having it worsen. smokers to nonsmokers for developing President Benigno Aquino III is about institute socio-economic and political CVD was 25% higher in women than more likely to develop. It also increases to fi nish half of his presidential term. reforms in the Philippines. So far, PNoy simply “heart disease” is a disorder of While most women’s risk factors are the risk of congestive heart failure, the heart’s blood vessels and is the most the same as men’s, certain heart disease men. Just one year after quitting, your The country will be electing a new set and his Executive Team have given us risk of developing heart disease will gallbladder disease, arthritis, breath- of 12 Senators and installing new local Honesty (Anti-Corruption), Humility common form of heart disease. It is a risks have more signifi cance for women. ing problems, and cancer of the breast, condition in which plaques builds up on More than 75% of women aged 40-60 drop by more than half. government offi cials nationwide. (No Wang-Wang), Honor (International • HIGH BLOOD PRESSURE. colon and others. Qualifi ed voters or democratic players Recognition) and Hope for a peaceful, the inner walls of the coronary arteries. have one or more risk factors for heart Your Body Mass Index (BMI) gauges CHD can lead to serious heart problems disease. There are risk factors that High blood pressure can lead to heart are free to choose whoever would repre- better and more prosperous Philippines. disease, stroke, congestive heart failure your weight in relation to your height. sent them subject to certain rules and to To continuously institute needed such as heart attack, heart failures, ir- you cannot change and those you can The risk for diabetes, breast and uterine regular heartbeats and sudden cardiac control. and kidney disease. It increases the the “cards dealt” to them. reforms, PNoy needs a better Legisla- heart’s workload, causing the heart to cancers starts to climb above a BMI of Strictly speaking, political dynasties tive Team to work with. It is a neces- arrest. Risk factors that are not easily 23. Ask your doctor about your BMI The buildup of plaque can narrow controlled are race, age, and a family enlarge and weaken over time. Your are prohibited by the Constitution from sary ingredient to push the “DAANG blood pressure should be less than 120 reading. Waist size is related to one’s participating as ratifi ed by the sovereign MATUWID” principles and programs the coronary arteries over time. This history of heart disease. “You cannot risk for heart disease. According to the reduces blood fl ow to the heart and can choose your parents.” Researchers have over 80 and if you have diabetes, your people or the players themselves. But in more aggressively. reading should be less than 130/90. National Institute of Health, women the same prohibition, it also states that PNoy has chosen the group that he lead to symptoms such as chest pain or now uncovered the largest set of genetic whose waist measure is more than 35 discomfort. The plaque can also sud- variations that underlie high cholesterol You can help lower high blood the law may defi ne political dynasty. trusts to help him in this endeavor not pressure by following the new DASH inches and men whose waist are larger Is there any law that basically defi nes only for the next three years but also denly rupture, causing a blood clot to and high triglycerides that are inherited than 40 inches are more likely to be at form on the plaque’s surface. This clot lipid risk factors for heart disease. eating plan (Dietary Approaches to Stop the prohibition re ensuring political or beyond. It is critical that whatever laws Hypertension) and cut down on salt risk for heart disease than their trimmer governmental power of relatives? necessary to implement the “DAANG blocks blood fl ow within the artery and Risk factors that can be easily con- counterparts. if large enough it can block blood fl ow trolled are smoking, physical inactivity, intake. The Dash Eating There are Primary and Secondary MATUWID” programs be passed for Plan emphasizes fruits, vegetables, • PHYSICAL INACTIVITY. The Authorities to support an affi rmative faster realization of PNoy’s vision for to part of the heart muscle. This is the unhealthy diet, high cholesterol, high heart is a muscle and it needs regular ex- most common cause of a heart attack. blood pressure, and being overweight. whole-grain foods, and low-fat dairy answer. the Filipino people. products. It limits ercise to stay in shape. Exercise at least Primary Authorities would include (1) There is no doubt that all the mem- Is heart disease just a men’s disease? The smartest thing you can do to prevent 30 minutes (60 minutes is much better) Did you know that the number one heart disease is to know what your risk red meats, sweets and sugar-contain- the Constitutional provision under Sec- bers of the PNoy Team are qualifi ed. ing beverages. It is rich in magnesium, on most days of the week. The good tion 13, Article VII prohibiting the ap- Depending on one’s relative criteria, it killer of women in the United States factors are and make simple lifestyle part is you can take your daily exercise and a leading cause of disability among changes to decrease this risk. The fi rst potassium and pointment of “The spouse and relatives is possible that each candidate could be calcium as well as protein and fi ber. It in increments, that is, 10 minutes in the by consanguinity or affi nity within the more or less qualifi ed than the oth- women is heart disease? It is not just a step is to see your doctor for a thorough morning, ten minutes at noon and 10 man’s disease. In fact, 1 in 3 American check-up. Then, tell your doctor you is also low in saturated fat, total fat and fourth civil degree of the President” to ers. But what is more dominant in this cholesterol. minutes in the afternoon. Exercise can certain positions in government; (2) the period of our history is for the Filipino women died of heart disease. However, want help in achieving your goal of help control blood cholesterol, diabe- breast cancer, the major cause of death heart health. To make changes, you have • HIGH BLOOD CHOLES- rule on nepotism under Administrative people to show its continued trust and TEROL. The risk of heart disease rises tes and obesity as well as lower blood Code of 1987 which prohibits appoint- confi dence on PNoy in fathoming a among Asian women in San Diego, is to understand the risk factors you can pressure on some people. Consult with still the most feared disease by many change and make efforts to reduce them. as blood cholesterol levels increase. ments in the national government made brighter tomorrow. This trust and con- Total cholesterol should be under 200 your doctor before starting an exercise in favor of relatives within the third fi dence may be manifested in a vote for women and kills 1 in 30. A.RISK FACTORS AND ACTION regimen. Heart disease is especially dangerous PLANS mg/dl; LDL (bad cholesterol) should degree of consanguinity or affi nity of the entire TEAM PNoy. Doing so would in women, because they are more likely 1. Those you cannot change be less than 100; HDL (good choles- either the appointing authority, recom- actually mean voting for TEAM PINOY to die within a year of their fi rst heart • IMPACT OF FAMILY HISTORY: terol) should be greater than 40 mg/dl (Continued on page 7) mending authority, chief of bureau or or the Filipino people and their future. attack. This is due in part to being older -Premature paternal history of a heart for men and greater than 50 mg/dl for offi ce, or persons exercising immediate supervision over the appointee; (3) the RATIONALE Local Government Code of 1991 which states that nepotism exists when an The Filipino is a social, economic, How are we supposed to get it all appointment is made within the fourth and political being. As such he always straight? How are we supposed to be degree of consanguinity or affi nity displays a rational behavior in decision- healthy when we really want to just of the appointing or recommending making. There must be a rationale At Large... authority; and (4) Philippine Jurispru- behind a particular choice in a given shove more and more fries down our dence defi ning relationships covered environment. throats? On television we are inun- under Nepotism. There is also the view by Miles Beauchamp, PhD dated with ads that create a desire for of Justice Antonio Carpio in Navarro vs. In my previous article, “Draw- more food, while at the same time we Ermita defi ning political dynasties as a ing the Battle Lines: Defi ning and know how unhealthy it is. “phenomenon that concentrates political Delivering the Message” (http:// Miles is Assistant to the Dean and Assistant Professor in the There are probably close to a mil- power and public resources within the asianjournalusa.com/drawing-the- Shirley Hufstedler School of Education at Alliant International lion studies out there proving to us control of a few families.” battle-lines-defi ning-and-delivering-the- University where he teaches new media and diverse writing courses. how unhealthy it is to over eat. We less food, and love less food. And In law, a secondary authority is an message-p12483-168.htm), I actually He has been with the Asian Journal since the 1990’s. know this. And yet. authority purporting to explain the provided possible rationale and choices yes, I know that goes against some meaning or applicability of the actual in the following Battles: There are scientists and physicians of our most basic instincts. But our with absolute proof that too much fat verbatim texts of primary authorities 1. Message: Daang Matuwid; 2. health and our kid’s health, even our such as Law review articles, comments Shepherds: PNoy over Binay, Enrile and in the diet leads to heart disease, high national health requires it. We need a and notes. Estrada; 3. Seniors: Jun Magsaysay over Super-size it! blood pressure, high cholesterol and national shout: Want less!! The Black’s Law Dictionary is the au- Maceda; 4. Military Rebels: Trillanes Do we really need that much Do we need half-pound hamburgers, more. We know this. And yet. And not only could we lose weight thority in defi nitions used in legal briefs over Honasan; 5. Magsaysay Legacy: food? huge orders of fries, or shakes the We continually see evidence all in the process, we might even save and court opinions and has even been Jun Magsaysay over Mitos Magsaysay; size of oil barrels? around us of the cost of being over some money as well. Want to be used as a secondary legal authority in an 6. Mindanao: Senator Pimentel over weight. Insurance statistics, medical abundance of U.S. Supreme Court cases. Zubiri; 7. Senatorial Brothers: Senator Americans have always had a love Probably nowhere on earth is a healthier? Want to feel better? From culture subjected to so many mixed records, government evidence and now on when you eat, order the small The Black’s Law Dictionary defi nes Cayetano over Ejercito; 8. Senatorial affair with food. Not as big of a love more prove that those who consume dynasty as a “succession of rulers from Sons: Rep. Sonny Angara over Rep. affair as the French, of course, but messages. One commercial tells us size. Get the small hamburger, the to lose weight; another tells us where too much fat, salt, and sugar, and do the same line or family.” Enrile; 9. Return of former Senators big and getting bigger. small French fries, the small soft Furthermore, using the “plain and and Ex-Presidentiables: Madrigal over to get thousand calorie soft drinks. not eat enough fruit and vegetables drink. Save the money, save the Everywhere you look anymore the die younger, much younger, than ordinary meaning” principle in consti- Gordon; 10. Political Wives: Villar over portions in restaurants are getting Weight loss clinics are springing up calories, save your waistline. tutional construction, the meaning of Cojuangco; 11. Party List Leaders on everywhere, while at the same time those who eat a healthy diet. We political dynasty is quite clear even to the Left: Risa Hontiveros over Teddy bigger, much bigger. From Burger know this. And yet. King to Mc Donald’s to any steak we are told how great it is to order Not just an American problem the plain and ordinary sovereign citizen. Casiño; and 12. Future vs. Past: Bam pounds and pounds of greasy, fried Yet, the Dealer-COMELEC has Aquino (35 years old) over Maceda house in town, the sizes of meals are But it tastes good! growing and growing and growing. food. Have you ever noticed that when checked the cards and has dealt them (77 years old). COMMON CHOICES: you look at photos of city streets to us sovereign citizens. The choices MTRCB Chief Grace Poe Llamanzares; And so is our waistline. There is an old saying that states, offered by the contending major parties/ Senator Loren Legarda; and Senator Do we really need that much food? Figuring it all out from Asia or Europe or the Mideast, if it tastes good it’s not good for you. often you’ll see a McDonald’s sign or coalitions for the national and local Chiz Escudero. Some of that is indeed true. Unfortu- The right of suffrage indeed is the most important weapon that the nately, that taste is one of the reasons very little sugar or processed foods. ASIAN JOURNAL why we so like to eat food that is sovereign citizen could exercise in a The fi rst Asian-Filipino weekly in Southern California That all changed after WW II. Just as republican and democratic state like slowly killing us. the US started opening up more Japa- the Philippines. Voters may choose to An award-winning newspaper & San Diego’s most There are other reasons, of course, widely circulated Asian-Filipino newspaper! nese restaurants, so did Japan open follow the spirit of the Anti-Dynasty for over eating. For some people up more American restaurants. provision of the Constitution using my Simeon G. Silverio, Jr. Genevieve Silverio it may be habit. Some use food to Add an increasing taste for Western explanation above. This could mean that Publisher & Editor Managing Editor relax, or to make themselves feel bet- food with ever-increasing income as the voters are getting to be wiser and ter psychologically, or they are just more mature. They could also vote for Miles Beauchamp Japan became hugely more affl uent Santi Silverio unaware of how much they are eating the entire TEAM PNoy using the ratio- Associate Publisher Associate Editor and a “perfect storm” was created (the unconscious eater). that had obesity skyrocketing. Japa- nale that I also explained above. Ashley Silverio If you are in the business of selling nese got to taste French fries and then Or they could continue what they have Assistant Editor food, you have to make it taste good, done in the past, thinking only of the got to pack on pound after pound present, and without regard to the future. be appealing, smell wonderful, be the golden arches? You’ll see signs after pound. Lucky them. In Pursuit of Excellence In which case as my Ilocano barber served in an inviting atmosphere, from any number of US fast food So where are you going to eat Eugenio “Ego” Osin, (1946 - 1994) companies now. Look at photos from would say, “Kasta yon.” (Tagalog: Joe Cabrera, (1924 - 1996) and create a need. The restaurant lunch today? What are you having Ganyan na lang kayo; English: You are Soledad Bautista, (1917-2009) industry is great at this, especially the fi fty years or more ago and you never for dinner? Are you going to eat doomed.) Dr. Rizalino “Riz” Oades, (1935-2009) fast food restaurants. And that’s one saw them. Hey, it tastes good, people French fries or rice? Are you going to of the deadly combinations: restau- want it and we export and give it to eat beef or chicken? Are you going The Asian Journal is published weekly and distributed in all Fili- rants that have to sell food to stay in them. to eat a hamburger or broiled fi sh? pino & Asian communties in San Diego County. Print publication date business coupled with people who Western style diets are fattening the What are you going to put around is every Friday of the month. Advertising deadline is Wednesday prior love or need to eat (and we all need planet. But it’s actually more than to publication date at 5 p.m. For advertising rates, rate cards, or in- your waist? What are you going to to eat – it’s just how much we need that – it’s also the reality of affl uence. make your legs and feet carry? What ROOM formation, call (619) 474-0588. Subscription by mail is available for With more money to spend – more $50 per year (56 issues). The Asian Journal is not responsible for unso- that creates the problem). are you going to pack into your arter- licited manuscripts and photographs but welcomes submissions. Entire Please do not misunderstand me; I disposable income – people eat in ies and veins? FOR RENT content is © 2012 copyrighted material by Asian Journal. Materials am not simply blaming the fast food restaurants more often, often eat I know, I know, I know. Those are Quiet Neighborhood in this publication may not be reproduced without specifi c permission industry. They are, after all, just giv- foods higher in fats and sugar, and both easy and tough questions. We in National City. No from the publisher. ing us what we demand. We need to their weight goes up in proportion. know how to do the right thing, the smoking. No drugs. learn to demand less. Japan never used to have problems healthy thing. We know what to do We as individuals and as a nation with obesity. People primarily ate and we know how to do it. And yet. 619.746.3416 need to want less food, be happy with fi sh, rice, green vegetables and ate February 15-21, 2013 Asian Journal - (619) 474-0588 Visit our website at http://www.asianjournalusa.com Page 7 Immigration 911

by Atty. Susan V. Perez

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H-1B Season Starts on April 1, 2013 IMMIGRATION 911 by Atty. to quit school and work full-time Susan V. Perez for his father who owns a machine shop. Through the years he gained U.S. Citizenship and Immigration expertise in industrial machine parts Services (USCIS) will begin accept- manufacturing. When Edgar came ing H-1B petitions subject to the to the United States as a visitor, he Fiscal Year (FY) 2014 cap on April met an owner of a manufacturer of 1, 2013. The congressionally man- milling products who is interested dated numerical limitation on H-1B in hiring him as a supervisor for petitions for FY 2014 is 65,000. quality control. Edgar came to me Additionally, the first 20,000 H-1B and asked if he can qualify for H-1B petitions filed on behalf of individu- visa. Since Edgar did not have any als who have earned a U.S. master’s college degree, I needed to have his degree or higher are exempt from credentials evaluated by an expert. the fiscal year cap. This is more costly than the usual The H-1B program allows employ- credential evaluation. The evalua- ers to employ foreign workers in tion was made by an assistant pro- specialty occupations that require fessor from University of Maryland theoretical or technical expertise in who has Ph.D. in aerospace engi- a specialized field and a bachelor’s neering and a recipient of several degree or its equivalent. Typical awards and honors in the field of en- H-1B occupations include architects, gineering. According to the expert engineers, computer programmers, opinion evaluation, Edgar’s 13 years accountants, doctors and college of experience in the field of mechan- professors. The H-1B nonimmigrant ical engineering was comparable to visa category is popular because of university-level training in mechani- its basic feature-- qualification in an cal engineering in the U.S. We’ve occupation that usually requires a solved one part of the problem. college degree. This can be easily The next issue to be resolved was met by a lot of foreign workers es- whether the position being offered to pecially the Filipinos. The Filipino Edgar required a bachelor’s degree. culture highly regards education as I evaluated his job duties and level an important part of life. A lot of of responsibilities. I believed they colleges in the Philippines made it were sufficiently complex that re- to the list of top universities of the quired a minimum of a baccalaureate world and Asia. In my experience, a degree in mechanical engineering. degree from a college or university After three weeks of processing, US- in the Philippines qualifies for a CIS approved Edgar’s H-1B visa ap- U.S. bachelor’s degree equivalent. plication for three (3) years. Edgar’s A foreign-educated applicant needs wife is a registered nurse, but she’s his/her credentials evaluation by not allowed to work as beneficiary an accredited evaluation agency to of Edgar’s visa. She needs to get her determine if his/her foreign degree is own H-1B visa to work. Edgar can equivalent to a U.S. degree. The law get his social security number and permits a foreign worker to qualify driver’s license by showing his new for a specialty occupation based on H-1B I-94 card. experience that is equivalent to a We welcome your feedback. If bachelor’s degree. you have any immigration questions, This case is an example of a suc- please feel welcome to email me at cessful H-1B petition that was filed [email protected] or by a U.S employer on behalf of a call 619 819 -8648 to arrange for a Filipino worker. Edgar was in his telephone consultation. Dirige second year college when he decided In Conclusion: Research shows that *** IMMIGRATION (619) 819-8648 (Continued from page 6) women can lower their heart disease GET TO GOAL PROGRAM risk by 83% simply by leading a healthy AMERICAN HEART ASSOCIATION Speak directly with an Attorney • DIABETES: Diabetes is a ma- lifestyle. 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Read Ogie Cruz’s previous articles by visiting our website Marami na kasi nag-aantay sa kanyang at www.asianjournalusa.com boses bilang singer. Isang intriga naman ang lumabas kesyo,mukha raw pulubi si Vilma Santos sa kanyang kaunaunahang indie fi lm na Concert Sa Smart Araneta: ‘Ekstra’.Kaso hindi naman pulubi ang role niya sa naturang movie ,kung hindi isa siyang extra sa mga movies. Mahina Raw Ang Tickets Sale Natawa lang si Gov. Vi sa tira sa kanya, pero mas maganda raw na Ni Jessica Sanchez!!! panoorin ito para malaman at kung bakit By Ogie Cruz nag-concert sa Pilipinas ang grupo ng mukha siyang pulubi sa mga pictures American Idol, pagkatapos isang solo ng nasabing indie fi lm. Habang sinusulat namin concert ni Jessica na parang may mali. Basta,sabi ng isang Vilma Santos writ- ito,kinabukasan pa ang Valentine’s show How true rin ang sinabi ni Jobert er ito raw ang movie na magpapaluhod kuyan. ni Jessica Sanchez sa Smart Araneta. na,paano hindi pa niya binibisita ang sa acting ability ni La Aunor. Ayon sa nakuha naming bulong o balita kanyang mga kamag-anak sa Bataan THREE’S A CROWD PINAGKAGU- sa Pilipinas. Mahina raw ang tickets sale kaya ganon ang nangyari? MADAM AURING NASA CRITI- LUHAN SA CELEBRITY CENTRE !!! ng concert ni Jessica, kesyo 50% off na Actually naisulat din ng isang movie CAL CONDITION !!! Nakakalungkot Naka-aten kami sa concert ng Three’s nga still hindi pa rin ito nabibili. reporter ang tungkol dito na mahina ang naman ang nakarating na balita sa amin A Crowd na ginawa sa Celebrity Centre tickets sale ni Ms. Sanchez, bakit kaya ng isa naming kapatid sa panulat na si dahil na rin sa invitation ni Ms. Yoly Isang indikasyon na ba ito na wala ng ?Ewan lang namin kung anu ang ma- Benny Andaya. Nasa critical na condi- Nieves Morales at ang singing champ ningning ang dating American Idol sa giging response ng mga pinoy sa actual tion na raw ang pamosong personalidad na si Alleja’s Morales.Siempre nakita concert nito sa Feb. 14. na si Madam Auring.Kailangan daw namin for the fi rst time ang matagal ng Ang kasikatan talaga,hindi pang dugo nito dahil nagkaroon raw ng wala sa limelight sa Piliopinas ang habangbuhay minsan lang nangyayari at internal bleeding at nasa delikadong ka- nagpasikat ng “ Nais Ko” na si Miguel hindi natin alam hanggang kailan lang lagayan ngayon sa Quezon City General pan na may isang programa na mala- Vera at ang dating singer na si Ms. ito tatagal.Basta,makikibalita kami kung Hospital. mang i-format na kung saan gustong Miriam Pantig na hanggang ngayon ay may himala pang mangyayari mismo Kilala nyo naman si Madam Auring, gusto na makita ng tao si Kris Aqunio sexy at maganda pa rin. sa concert ni Jessica Sanchez o isa itong isa sa mga kontrabersyal na personali- sa nasabing show. Matagal na kasi hindi nakikita ang Floptsina sa takilya. dad sa showbiz at pamoso sa linyang Ibig sabihin babaguhin ang Sun- dalawang ito magtanghal ,kaya naman “May Asim Pa Ako”, ipagdadasal po day showbiz show ng ABS-CBN, napuno ang venue sa kanilang show at Abangan…. namin ang mabilisan niyang paggal- at malamang dito papasok ang lahat ay kuntento sa napanood.Magagal- ing at alam namin kahit paano marami Kristeta,although nag-message na si ing pa rin sa kantahan sina Miguel at NORA AUNOR NASA LOS ANGE- siyang napasayang mga tao dahil sa Kris sa facebook account niya,pero Miriam,palagay namin magkakaroon LES AT VILMA SANTOS MUKHA kanyang mga kontrabersyal na intriga. hindi niya sinabi kung anung show ang pa ito ng extension ang show nila sa RAW PULUBI SA INDIE MOVIE !!! Noong nasa Pilipinas kami ang tu- babalikin niya. ibang panig ng amerika.Kasama rin Nasa Los Angeles na raw si Nora matayong PRO noon ni Madam Auring Pero isang bagay ay nakakabigla na nila sa concert si Joseph Gelito na puso ng mga pinoy, at kahit 50% off na Aunor this coming Saturday Feb.16, magmula sa kontrabersyal na pagma- isiniwalat ni Kris kamakailan siyang nagpasaya sa show at malamang still wala pa rin gaanong pumapansin sa ilang araw lang ito magtatagal sa natur- mahalan nila noon kay Victor Wood kesyo nagpaalam na raw siya kay magkakaroon ito ng solo concert sa San din sa anak niya na si Alleja’s Morales online sale nito sa internet.Ayon pa nga ang lugar pagkatapos tutungo naman ito hanggang sa may asim pa ng linya. Bimbi para makapag-asawa muli kaya Diego Soon. na umani rin ng malakas na palapak sa balita ng aming kaibigan na si Jobert ng Boston. lang ingat siya para sa lalaking pipiliin Maraming salamat Ms Yolly Mo- nang kumanta ito. Iba talaga ang timbre Sucaldito ng DZMM baka raw kasi Ang dahilan raw ng pagpunta ni Ate KRIS AQUINO,BAKA BUMALIK niya dahil alam nyo naman kung gaano rales, sinundo pa kami sa bahay para ni Alleja,may dating… nagsawa na ang mga tao dahil naunang Guy sa Amerika ay para i-renew ang NG “D BUZZ” !!! Maraming usap-usa- kayaman si Kris Aquino sa kasalu- lang isama sa nasabing show. Congrats UPCC’s Life After The 2012 International Tour BALIK-TANAW by Romy Protacio, prepare for my rehearsal with my dear PhD friend, Edna Ledesma, world renowned October 14, 2012 was the offi cial ballroom dancer, a blockpool winner. date the 2012 International Tour of the Edna and I were scheduled to present University of the Philippines Concert a special dance number at the Grand Chorus (UPCC or Korus) came to its Alumni Homecoming of my Alma fi nal close. I joined them at the Venice Mater, PCU-Union High School of Ma- International Airport in Italy that very nila on December 8, 2012. That was the day, although we were off to different start of my hectic schedule in Manila. destinations. The Korus was headed for What followed next would be gimikan Manila while I boarded another plane every night! But I made sure that my off Basel, Switzerland for an extended sked would allow for some special European tour. For the past months, we bonding moments with the Korus. made new friends from various parts of the world and while waiting for our With the UPCC in Manila fl ights, we felt certain heaviness in our Mayor Datuk Ahmad Phesai Talib. harmony and spirit before.” won three awards during the competi- be grateful for your hospitality. Thank hearts, knowing that it may take a while The Korus had another concert at The theme of the Malaysian celebra- tions they took part of - 1st Place in the you also to Delilah Pier (Jerome’s aunt The months of November before we see our new friends again. the grand ballroom of Four Points by tion was Peace and Goodwill through Folk category of the Festival Interna- who joined the Korus in Verona, Italy) and December were busy times for the Sheraton Kuching on Thursday night music. Indeed, there is no doubt the tional de Musica de Cantonigros in Vic, for inviting us to dinner at her condo. Korus. They spent time preparing for Malaysian Tour which was organized by the Kuching Korus achieved their mission through Spain, Gold Diploma and the Audience She cooked delicious food that included the Gala Concert on November 22, in Rotary Club. After the Korus sang the their songs and dances. Prize (People’s Choice Award) at the 9th sinigang, baked chicken complemented commemoration of the 50th Anniversary The Korus’ arrival in Manila on Octo- national anthems of the Philippines Cantemus International choir Festival by the superb wine and cake for dessert. of the Korus. There were other special ber 14, 2012 looked more like a lay-over and Malaysia, the Minister of Welfare, Muling Dating at Nyiregyhaza, Hungary and they were Well, it did not take long to meet the events such as the Recognition Day on for the group. On October 22, the Korus Women and Family Development also the fi rst Asian choir to be a fi nalist Korus again. On December 5, 2012, I November 22 and the Baguio Bonding left for Malaysia to sing at the Philip- Datuk Fatimah Abdulla was quoted to Finally, the Korus arrived on Philip- in Finland’s IV Herald Anderson Com- boarded the plane for Manila. Yeheyyy! on November 26 to 28. pine Embassy for Ambassador Ed Ma- have been moved to applaud the Korus pine shores --- this time for good (at petition. When I arrived in Manila on midnight They had various TV appearances laya and staff. The next day, they had a performance of ‘Negaraku’ taking into least for a while), after a successful of December 6, 2012 gimik agad with major concert dubbed, “A Celebration account that they had only spent a few international concert tour in the United Gabo, Lindo and Agoy. Barely sleeping Manila, Manila (Continued on page 14) of Peace” which was held at the Kuala days learning the song. Following is a States and Europe. Yet, these young for 3 hours, Agoy took me to my condo Lumpur Cultural Center. quote from Frances Chan’s article, “Sing talents were unstoppable. After a few When I left the Korus in Venice, in Mabini so I could take a shower and The Philippine Embassy in Malaysia me to Heaven,” published in the Borneo days, they started rehearsing again for Italy on October 14, 2012, I proceeded invited the Korus to perform in connec- Post: the homecoming concert dubbed, “Mul- to Basel, Switzerland for an extended tion with the celebration of the signing “I felt rather awkward at the grand ing Dating,” scheduled on November European tour. Nikos and Mitch of the framework peace agreement be- ballroom of Four Points by Sheraton 29, 2012 at the Philam Life Audito- Mante were my hosts. Nikos is a UPCC tween the Moro Islamic Liberation Front Kuching on Thursday Night as I stood rium. The concert, Muling Dating” is Alumni and my fi rst to host in Seattle and the Philippine government. Ambas- ramrod my chest puffed up and a lump the Korus’ way of saying, “Maraming in 2003. Nikos and Mitch joined the sador Malaya said, “It is but fi tting that building up in my throat listening to Salamat Po!” to the University of the Korus in Italy. Before they left Italy, we bring the joy to and have a celebra- a most inspiring live rendition of our Philippines offi cials, the UPCC Alumni, I was invited to visit them in Basel. I tion in Malaysia, which played a pivotal national anthem. It is only natural to the sponsors, patrons, and all supporters think “I invited myself to visit them” role in the quest for peace.” Around 300 stand a little taller with lightness in your who helped them in their 2012 Interna- would be a better description! While guests attended the concert including the throat listening to Negaraku, but when tional Tour. in Basel, I had the opportunity to visit spouse of the Malaysian Prime Minister it was sung so beautifully by a foreign The Korus has once again Geneva, Germany, and France (Too bad, Dato Sri Mohd Najib Tun Abdul Razak, choir, I could not help but wonder why brought recognition to the Philippines in I missed visiting Paris!). Maraming Datin Paduka Sen Rosman Mansor as I have never heard it sung with such the arena of international music. They salamat, Nikos and Mitch. I will always guest of honor and Kuala Lumpur City February 15-21, 2013 Asian Journal - (619) 474-0588 Visit our website at http://www.asianjournalusa.com Page 9 Business US economist Nouriel Roubini hails Philippine success story Visiting American economist Philippines, which he believed de- phisticated private sector, and strong “sound” monetary policy and com- of exporters and the business process foreign direct investment, improve Nouriel Roubini hailed the Philip- served a sovereign investment-grade governance and reform policies. mitment to infl ation—targeting, outsourcing. per capita income, address pervasive pines as an “economic success,” cit- rating for its fi scal reforms. saying that infl ation could stay at 3 Another challenge was a pro- rural poverty and be better prepared ing the country’s potential to move “There’s renewed interest among Anemic global recovery percent or below this year, aided by longed period of low interest rates for natural disasters. toward a higher growth rate of at investors, recognizing changes in a strong peso. that could lead to an asset bubble, Further institution-building is also least 7 percent a year. the policy of the country such as in His favorable view on the Philip- although he said this was not a con- deemed necessary. “The fi ght against But Roubini said more struc- fi scal policy,” said the economist, pines came amid an anemic global Strong democracy cern for now. corruption has been successful but tural reforms were needed to ensure who shot to fame as the “prophet of economic recovery. He predicted Another key challenge was the much more needs to be done,” Rou- “sustainable” and “cohesive” growth doom” who predicted the collapse of a global growth of only 3 percent, Also working in the country’s need to reduce reliance on consump- bini said, citing “oligopoly” in some beyond President Aquino’s term in the US housing market that led to a more cautious than the International favor was a strong democracy, a tion and deepen capital formation, sectors. 2016. global economic crunch in 2008- Monetary Fund’s forecast of 3.5 much-improved governance frame- the opposite of the needed economic Greater openness to foreign invest- In an investment forum organized 2009. percent. work and a popular leader, Roubini restructuring in China, Roubini said. ment, he said, was one structural by First Metro Investment Corp., Roubini said the success story of Roubini noted that the US political said. reform critical to preventing the Roubini was mostly upbeat on the the Philippines was a result of a so- system was dysfunctional and that On the other hand, Roubini enu- After 2016, what? concentration of economic power. this political gridlock would likely merated a number of constraints to “Question is what will happen af- be a continuing source of noise for growth in the Philippines, including He also acknowledged the need the economy. the potential impact of rapid peso to increase the government’s tax Filipinos more money-wise While risks of a euro zone breakup appreciation on the competitiveness take, improve the modest fl ow of (Continued on page 16) had been averted, he said there were than before – Citibank survey remaining risks on peripheral coun- tries and in the case of China, risks More Filipinos are becoming wiser general optimism on their fi nancial of hard landing could not be ruled in their fi nances, according to a future,” Citi said. out for next year. survey commissioned by Citibank Meanwhile, across Asia Pacifi c, Philippines. the survey noted that the score was Rich human capital Results of the annual Citi Fin-Q above the 50-point mark at 53.2 survey showed that among 500 Fili- points. Sixty-seven percent added As for the Philippines, he said the pino respondents, nine out of 10 said that they are optimistic about their country had the potential to achieve they create a budget on a monthly fi nancial futures. a higher growth rate given its rich basis, while 65 percent said it is In terms of savings, 44 percent human capital—a large pool of important to stick to their budget. said they set aside or save money young, literate and English-speaking Eight out of 10 also said they own every time they receive their salary citizenry from which the country insurance products or own insur- while 63 percent said they know could derive dividends. ance protection, while 63 percent how much they will need by the Roubini cited the signifi cant said they are on track with their time they retire. Fifty-seven percent amount of remittances from overseas retirement savings or had already set said they believe they have enough workers, the rising middle class and aside some savings for it. insurance for themselves and their consumer-oriented society. Citi added that among those families. He also noted the country’s rich surveyed, six out of 10 said they are ““Apart from the encouraging natural resources, which could help aware of their net worth. results of this latest survey, we are boost the agriculture sector and build The survey said more Filipinos also seeing how Filipinos are taking a manufacturing base, and ongoing now understand the value of budget- a more active role in managing their diversifi cation in economic activity. ing and planning their fi nances, as fi nances and planning their future. respondents passed the 50-point Citi is proud to take part in this Outsourcing, tourism mark and scored 53 out of 100 in the initiative and we hope to continue survey. the conversation with consum- While outsourcing accounted for Respondent in the survey were ers through more fi nancial literacy large part of the economy, tourism scored on 11 questions about fi nan- programs this year,” Citi Country can play a bigger role, he said. cial well-being, with a maximum Offi cer Sanjiv Vohra said. possible score of 100. The survey, conducted by research The American economist said “The improved score was driven fi rm Bug Picture Qual and Quant mining could be a more signifi cant by increased awareness among re- Research in late 2012, covered 3,500 contributor to the local economy and spondents of the importance of plan- online respondents from countries a magnet for investments if more ning personal fi nances, ownership that include the Philippines, Austra- projects were allowed while being of several fi nancial products such lia, India, Indonesia, Korea, Singa- mindful of environmental issues. as investments and insurance, and a pore and Taiwan. Roubini recognized the country’s Page 10 Asian Journal - (619) 474-0588 Visit our website at http://www.asianjournalusa.com February 15-21, 2013 asked me to bring you a sleeping pill and an analgesic.” Seer pleaded for Filipino war vets Direction for She approached his bed but he prayers for the Pope Our Times Book could hardly see her in the dark. (Continued from page 5) “Shall I put on the light?” “Pray for your priests, especially for from the Philippines proving their Lent study group for Volume 5? Selection our Holy Father. Especially him who services were not accepted by US yes please! Anne has given us here “No, Rona. Thank you. I don’t needs your help very much in the times authorities. in the Irish office permission to study The Dark Nights of need a pill. And I don’t need a light.” we are living now” Medjugorje vision- The Department of Veterans Af- a few of the first pages from Volume fairs required documentation from 5 and even ask some questions if we Father Madrid She knelt down and inched ary Mirjana Dragicevic-Soldo told a a federal registry in St. Louis, Mis- have any... a historical novel by closer…He felt her warm, slender crowd in Trieste, Italy, on February souri, where records were destroyed hand rest on his bare chest. The silky in a fire. May 3, 2004 Dr. Ed Gamboa, MD softness of her hair briefly brushed 9. Two days later, Pope Benedict XVI announced his abdication. Some Filipino veterans also said against his cheek. Soft, wet, her it was unrealistic to get them to parted lips touched his, gently. Jesus the Redeemer by Jakob Marchner, Medjugorje To- file their claims before the Feb. 16, 2010, deadline. She was beautiful. day | 2/9/2013 -- Medjugorje visionary My children experience many Chapter 30. Dried Mangoes Mirjana Dragicevic-Soldo begged for They described as discriminatory a fears with regard to their worldly prayers for Pope Benedict XVI, and said provision of the law that denied ben- existence and their physical safety. As George reached out for her, he he was in special need at this time, only efits to widows and other survivors Author’s note: August 21, 1983. Exiled Senator Benigno “Ninoy” Aquino, Children, at this time I would like to knew that, for the first time in years, two days before the Pope announced his of veterans who had died before US the charismatic opposition leader, arrives at the Manila International Air- remind you that your body is only he was going to miss his early morn- resignment. President Barack Obama signed the port to a returning hero’s welcome. Escorted by government soldiers, Ninoy ing walk. But, not because his leg the temporary dwelling place of your “As your sister, and because I know Arra in February 2009. soul. Your soul is the eternal part of is summarily shot to death as he steps on the tarmac… Kumander Gusi was hurting. everything that Our Lady is preparing watches the TV coverage of the assassination while recovering from wounds us for, I beg you: Do love well. Do love you. You will not need your body for In its decision, the federal ap- sustained during an encounter with commandos of the Philippine Constabu- your priests. Help them, pray for them, very long in comparison to how long peals court upheld a federal judge’s lary. Years earlier, Gusi was the newly-ordained and affable Father George especially for our Holy Father. Espe- you will exist without it. Concen- ### dismissal of the lawsuit, saying there Madrid whose social justice work among oppressed farm workers (sacadas) cially him who needs your help very trate and prepare your soul. If you was no evidence that excluding the in the parish of Santa Lucia eventually led to his defection to the Communist much in the times we are living now: were preparing to travel to a foreign Flickr Photo credits: widows and other survivors of de- Party of the Philippines. In short order, the rebel priest had risen to the rank Our help. Our prayers. Our love. Not land, you would prepare in many judgments” Mirjana told about 2,000 ceased veterans was discriminatory. ways. You would learn some of the of commander of the dreaded New People’s Army. In this chapter, the rebel “Filipina Muang Tong Tani” by people in Church of Saint Mary Major commander risks making a trip to visit his ailing mother. language, assuming that upon your UtokBrain, software engineer from in Trieste, Italy, on February 9. The appellate court also said that Cebu, Philippines arrival and after having spent time The visionary said the Pope is not the to conserve funds, the government there you would perfect your grasp few days, he welcomed the deep only one in need of prayers at this time: could provide territorial residents of that manner of speech. You would silence of the jungle. The cicadas Dried Mangoes by Karla Caraan “Pray, pray, also for us visionaries, so (Continued from page 1) with fewer benefits than those given have some arrangements made for were chirping. And he sensed the of Tanay Rizal, Philippines. that we can do everything God wants to US citizens. the currency used in that land if it other night creatures going about from us, but in the right way, as it is traveling to a pharmacy in were different from what was used their business. Otherwise, it was as quite easy to err” Mirjana further said a zone area, it was just too But the veterans are already US in your land. You would familiarize quiet as it could get. during a Q and A session after her talk. risky. Government spies could Marco Piagentini transcribed and citizens and under the Arra they are yourself with the habits and culture spot and grab him. Or, if they translated from Italian recognized as having served the of the people who lived in that land Commander Gusi tried to rest and US Armed Forces, placing them so that it would not seem strange to were well trained, track him relish the silence. But too many on equal footing with the other US you and you would know at least back to the jungle lair. things competed for attention. His veterans, Valera said. something of what to expect. My lit- father had passed away a year ago, Dr. Monzon tle souls of this troubled world, this “So why are they not receiving the is what I am asking you to do now. (Continued from page 5) same benefits?” the lawyer asked. When you begin to feel fear, you must think of heaven. Tell yourself Psychology at SDSU. “Because there is a serious consti- that instead of feeling frightened, Other officers of COPAO in- tutional issue and challenge based you will consider what condition clude Alicia De Leon Torres, on the equal protection clause, we your soul must be in to make the vice-president for operations; Den will go to the US Supreme Court. A transition from earth to heaven. Dominguez, secretary; Devie Yu, historical injustice has been done to First, you will need some of the Life in Quotes treasurer; and Directors Rudy D. our veterans, and a historic decision language. How do We speak in heav- Liporada, Nedy Lao, Juanito Amor, by the Supreme Court can correct en? We speak of love and joy. We "Oh, the comfort, the inex- Jr. Beth Atendido, Aurora Cudal, that,” he added. speak of learning, of sacrifices made pressible comfort of feeling Rosalina Idos, Joseph Mazares, and on earth, of the divine interconnec- Crisabel Ramos. Rita Buencamino safe with a person, having Valera said the veterans were run- tion between the different and varied Andrews remains as Board of Direc- ning out of time. aspects of the universes. Look up to neither to weigh thoughts tors adviser. the heavens and admire My nor measure words, but “Our veterans are dying,” he said. stars. Did you know that each has pouring them all out, just Dr. Reynaldo Monzon “In the next few years, the last vet- a purpose in its position and life as they are, chaff and erans of World War II could perish span? Would you like to understand To celebrate the change of COPAO without seeing justice.” why that is the case? I won’t tell grain together, certain that leadership and the birthday of the you now. You will learn later. You a faithful hand will take immediate past president, Merly Quoting Felino Punsalan, 96, who will look at a stream in heaven and and sift them, keep what is Ferrer (second from right –sitted), recently wrote a letter to Obama you will learn thousands of things officers of the collaborative asso- asking him to issue an executive about that stream and what is in that but the pain lingered. There was worth keeping, and with a ciation had dinner at Onami’s last order giving full recognition to the stream. You will learn of its origin, “I can’t let you do that, a hollowness in his heart that was breath of kindness blow the February 8, 2013. New president Filipino veterans, Valera said: “As its destination, and everything that Doc.” not going to be filled easily. And Dr. Reynaldo Monzon (second from veterans, we do not beg for en- occurs in between. there was always the possibility of rest away." ~Dinah Craik left – standing) attended with his titlement. We simply ask [for] the Have you ever loved and ad- capture, torture, death...He wanted to “Tell you what, Com- wife, Glenda (to his left). Others in recognition that we earned with our mired a river? A lake? An ocean? light a cigarette, but that would not mander. You worry about the picture (standing l-r) are Joe Ellorin, sacrifice.” Would you like to experience it in a be prudent. He wanted to pray, but troops. I’ll worry about the Erwin and Marilou Sanvictores, Joe complete way? Children, this is not he couldn’t. 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comfort zone (the heavenly realm) (second temptation). Jesus did not want to put God to a test, because Resignation Lower Your he knows that his Father’s love is aftermath: powerful enough (third temptation). Balintataw Jesus’ identity has never been taken Nets away from him. He lived and died to Time for 1st by Virginia H. Ferrer by Msgr. Fernando G. Gutierrez keep it. Lent is a time to refl ect on our Asian pope? Read Virginia Ferrer’s previous articles by visiting our website Read Monsignor’s previous articles by visit- at www.asianjournalusa.com www.asianjournalusa.com identity as baptized Christians. Do ing our website at we less value our identity as God’s 1st Sun. of Lent sons and daughters and exchange Rappler.com | MANILA, Philip- it for material things, such as the pines, 2/12/2013 – In a surprise pleasures of food and drinks? Do announcement, Pope Benedict XVI Sabihin mo...... Lent: His Identity Remains we make money or people our own says he will resign on February 28, gods? Do we trust more on ourselves paving the way for the election of Sabihin mo sa akin na ako lamang ang 'yong mahal Solid than on God’s amazing grace? The a new pontiff. It also opens up the na ang mga mata mo'y sa akin lamang nakatanaw temptations are still present in our possibility of an Asian pope. na 'di mo papansinin sino mang babaeng nilalang It's shocking, but also exciting. Joke of the week: A farmer had Refl ection: With our era’s easy own “desert.” It is there where we The resignation of Pope Benedict sukdulang mahipan ka ng hangi't maduling ng tuluyan. a beautiful horse. One day he tied access to global information, height- can prove whether we are for God or XVI fuels hope for the fi rst Asian the animal outside a tavern while he ened by an age of easy credit, comes against God. pope. On Twitter, Filipinos cheer for Sabihin mong ako na'ng babaeng pinakamaganda went inside. Two thieves came and an enormous increase of a crime that their own bet – Manila Archbishop saw the steed tied to the rail. They shows the consumers’ inability to Quotation of the week: “ sa balat ng lupa isama mo pa itong si eba Luis Antonio Cardinal Tagle. briefl y formulated plans to purloin control those that have the means to Scripture does not say, ‘He will not at sa iyong paningin kawangis ko'y isang diyosa But statistics show Europeans – the animal, but since it was much an sensitive personal information and let you be tempted,’ but ‘He will tumaba man ako ng husto na tulad ni Dabiana. not Asians like Tagle – will domi- outstanding horse they planned the how it is protected. According to the not let you be tempted beyond your nate the papal elections called the following strategy. One of them un- U.S. Department of Justice Statis- strength, but with the temptation will conclave. Sabihin mong ako lamang ang nais mong makapiling tied the animal and rode out of town. tics, identity theft is now passing also provide the way of escape, that Less than a tenth of electors come sa liwanag man nitong araw at sa gabing madilim The other stood by. When the owner up drug traffi cking as the number you may be able to endure it.” St. from Asia, the 3rd fasting growing na walang sinumang makakapaghiwalay sa atin came out of the tavern and saw his one crime in the United States. One Augustine of Hippo. continent when it comes to Catholic ulan man o bagyo, at matinding hagupit ng hangin. horse gone he was about to give an in 4 US households, according to Church members. alarm. But the other thief imme- the USA Today, (9/4/03) has been a Most electors come from Europe, diately came to him and made the victim of identity theft. A Wall Street Sabihin mong hinding-hindi mo nga ako iiwanan making up over half of the whole confession: “I am your horse. Some Journal poll conducted in 1999 sa hirap at sakit dalawa tayong magdadamayan Mensahe ni group. Europe is the only continent years ago I showed maging buto't balat man ang anyo natin balang araw that saw a decrease in church mem- sinned, and that what Pope Benedict bership in 2012. magsasama tayong dalawa hanggang sa kamatayan. to atone I Americans Though he is Indian, Fr Michael was changed feared most XVI sa kaniyang Ignatius of the East Asian Pastoral into a horse. in the new Institute wants Tagle to clinch the Today my millennium Sabihin mong tayo para rin hanggang sa ating pagtanda papacy. He believes time is ripe for penalty was is invasion huling misa: buhok m'ay pumuti, kumakalog man ang mga baba an Asian pope. lifted and of privacy, sa pagtitig sa 'kin sabihin mong 'di ka magsasawa FR. MICHAEL IGNATIUS, I am again substan- Return to God kahit ang mga mata nati'y puno na ng kulaba. INDIAN PRIEST: Now Christianity a man. So tially higher DZMM, 2/13/2013 -- "May the is fully in Asia; no more, Christian- you now than terror- invitation to conversion, to 'return ity is not in Europe. For 2,000 years own me and ism, global to God with all our heart,' resonate the European have not really guided ©2013 Virginia H. Ferrer. All rights reserved. I am your warming strongly in us." the Church. Given a chance, how servant.” The farmer was devastated and overpopulation. Ito ang mensahe ni Pope Benedict will an Asian guide the Church, and About the Author: Virginia H. Ferrer is a Retired Filipino Language at the loss of his horse, but he was Personal identity is so essen- XVI sa pag-obserba ng Ash Wednes- see? And Jesus was an Asian, not a Teacher at Otay Ranch High School in Chula Vista. touched at the story. “No, I do not tial to a person that to be deprived day, ang kanyang huling misa sa St. European, for that matter. believe in slavery. You may go and or robbed of it is similar to being Peter's Basilica bilang Santo Papa Like Fr Ignatius, American nun good luck.” A few weeks later the raped and physically violated. The matapos ianunsyo ang pagbibitiw Sister Clare Lentz wants a pope farmer attended a sale at a nearby devil knows this truth very well. At epektibo pebrero 28. from outside Europe. town, and there he spied his beauti- their meeting in the desert, he asked Dagdag pa ng Santo Papa: "Ac- SR. CLARE LENTZ, AMERI- ful horse. He sidled up to the animal Christ, “Who are you? Is God really cepting his grace that makes us new CAN NUN: A Eurocentric papacy and whispered in its ear, “So – you your Father?” Throughout his life, men and women, with the surprising threatens the Church because the sinned again.” especially when his crucifi xion was news that is participating in the very approaching, Jesus wrestles with Church has moved on. We are a life of Jesus." global Church. Scriptures: First Reading: Deu- those questions. Who he is and how Karaniwang ginagawa ang taunang Sister Lentz also wants Tagle to teronomy 26: 4-10. Yahweh heard he lived, ministered and died became Ash Wednesday mass sa Basilica of lead the Catholic Church, saying she the cry of the people and saw their the pivotal point on which rests his St. Sabina sa Aventine Hill sa Roma admires his willingness to listen. misery, toil and oppression. The Ex- true identity, the Beloved Son of the ngunit dahil ito na ang huling misa SR. CLARE LENTZ, AMERI- odus-experience underlines the truth Most High, which the devil wants ng Santo Papa, napagpasyahang sa CAN NUN: I love Fr Tagle. He is that salvation is through Yahweh him to deny or give up in exchange St. Peter's Basilica na lang ito gawin. so simple. And he's going to all of alone. This experience of Yahweh’s for power, food and security. Ayon kay Pope Benedict XVI, ang those universities, and he's having graciousness leads to the people’s In contrast with the Hebrew mensaheng "return to God" ay hindi open meetings with the students, statement of faith. This is the real is- people’s temptations in the desert for lamang para sa isang indibidwal with Muslims, with everybody. And sue why all fi rst-fruits along with the forty years, Jesus’ temptations were kundi para sa buong komunidad. he asks them, "What do you think?" fi rst-born of man and animals belong no less easy. First, the Hebrew peo- "The community dimension is an What a different way to approach to Yahweh. Yahweh commanded ple were affl icted with hunger, but essential element in faith and Chris- the People of God. "What do you the Israelites to offer them to him. were fed with manna from heaven, tian life and Christ came to gather think?" Not to say, "This is what the Second Reading: Romans 10: 8-13. a bodily sustenance; still they kept the children of God who are scat- Church believes." He listens. The basic statement, “Jesus Christ is on complaining about starvation. tered into one," ayon sa 85-anyos na Tagle doesn't address calls for him Lord and you believe in your heart Second, the Hebrews feared for their Santo Papa. to become pope. that God raised him from the dead,” safety, yet even though God deliv- "The 'we' of the Church is the In a message Tuesday, he says he is the essential element on which ered them from their enemies, still community in which Jesus brings is sad Benedict XVI resigned. But he ROOM FOR RENT are based all teachings, creeds and they worshiped other gods. Third, Quiet Neighborhood in National City. us together and faith is necessarily adds, “Sadness gives way to admira- prayers. This profound and essential the Hebrews murmured at Massah ecclesial." tion for the Holy Father's humility, No smoking. No drugs. 619.746.3416 tenet of faith is the focal point of and Meribah and demanded a proof Sa naturang misa, nabigyan ng honesty, courage, and sincerity.” all catechetical instructions given that he really is true God by provid- standing ovation at masigabong In March, Tagle's largely European to all catechumens and candidates ing them with water to quench their palakpakan si Pope Benedict VXI ng group will meet in Rome to elect the for baptism. Gospel: Luke 4: 1-13. thirst. Trust in God and reliance on halos dalawang minuto. next pope. The image of the Holy Spirit lead- his word leads to serving him alone Sa Pebrero 27 gaganapin ang hul- PATERNO ESMAQUEL, RE- ing Jesus to the desert evokes the and rejecting all other gods. ing public apperance ng Santo Papa, PORTING: Does a pope's nationality ancient Hebrew’s experience in Jesus went hungry also after isang araw bago ang opisyal niyang even matter? Well, culture shapes the wilderness for forty years. The fasting for forty days, but he relied pagbibitiw. Report and photo from any leader. And the place that raised desert is a symbol where choices more on the word of God than on Catholic News Agency him, the people he met, the problems are made and where one’s fi delity mere sustenance of the body (fi rst he encountered will certainly infl u- to God is tested. Unfortunately, the temptation). Jesus on the other hand ence the Catholic Church. Paterno Hebrew people failed the test, they knows that being the Son of the Esmaquel, Rappler, Manila. murmured against God, and worst, Most High he must do God’s will – Rappler.com they worshiped the golden calf. and trust in him, no matter what it Follow Asian Journal on entails, even if it means leaving his Twitter @asianjournal Page 12 Asian Journal - (619) 474-0588 Visit our website at http://www.asianjournalusa.com February 15-21, 2013

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Apple curved glass smart watch coming soon? Tech IT GMA News | 2/11/2013 -- Dick Tracy “You can certainly make it wrap smartphones. from My Barber would never have looked this stylish. around a cylindrical object and that Epps added wearable computing may Apple Inc. is working on a smart could be someone’s wrist. Right now, be inevitable for Apple in the long run, by Benjamin Maynigo watch made out of curved glass, accord- if I tried to make something that looked saying the human body “is a rich canvas ing to a report on The New York Times like a watch, that could be done using for the computer.” citing sources familiar with the matter. this flexible glass,” Pete Bocko, the “But I’m not sure how close we are to “Such a watch would operate Apple’s chief technology officer for Corning a new piece of Apple hardware that is iOS platform, two people said, and Glass Technologies, told The New York worn on the body,” she added. stand apart from competitors based on Times. Gene Munster, an analyst at Piper Windows 8 Tablets the company’s understanding of how But Bocko added there may be other Jaffray, said technology could progress such glass can curve around the human challenges before a foldable device such that consumers have a tablet plus Every time I attend the Interna- turned out to be untrue either. Found body,” it said. can be created, saying the human body wearable computers like watches or tional CES, I never miss checking being launched and demonstrated It added such a device would trigger “moves in unpredictable ways.” glasses. the latest Tablets and Smartphones were Windows-based Tablets and speculations about its possible features, “These devices are likely to be cheap- that are being launched. other devices. such as voice-activated assistant Siri, Wearable devices er than an iPhone and could ultimately I usually compare them to the maps, text messaging, or even mobile in that area ... Apple is already in the be Apple’s best answer to addressing latest IPAD and iPhone devices that Panasonic’s 20-inch 4K Tablet payments. The NYT report cited an earlier article wearable space through its ecosystem emerging markets,” he said. came out immediately prior to the The New York Times report noted on Chinese gadget site Tech.163 the partners that make accessories that Further fueling speculation of Apple CES event. While iPAD is going smaller with Corning, which makes the Gorilla glass Apple has started developing a watch connect to the iPhone,” said Sarah going into wearable computing are the This is true for International CES its latest version, Panasonic of- in Apple’s iPhone and several other featuring Bluetooth and a 1.5-inch Rotman Epps, a Forrester analyst who patents Apple filed last year for displays smartphones, had announced bendable display. specializes in wearable computing and that can stream information to the retina. 2013. There are interesting devices fers the world’s first 4K tablet with glass, called Willow Glass. “Apple’s certainly made a lot of hiring — TJD, GMA News that I thought are worth mentioning its 20-inch Windows 8 tablet. Its to our readers. display is absolutely stunning and is mation of my flight. While waiting for Let me start with the Tablets. housed in a sleek, brushed metal and its battery life is still an issue, the fu- ography. UPCC alumna, Prof. Kitchy Valdellon-Molina, sang the solo part my flight to get confirmed, I continued There were no displays of iPADs at glass exterior. It still has to enter the ture of PC gaming tablets is unques- UPCC enjoying my stay in the Philippines. CES as expected. In fact, fully aware market, but the demonstration was tionably bright. So does Razer Edge. of Payapang Daigdig. In the spirit of Christmas, Jonathan Badon sang On December 26, 2012, Agoy and of this, I also attend the Macworld/ certainly impressive. (Continued from page 8) the solo for Pasko na Sinta Ko with I went to Baguio to join the UPCC in IWorld conference in San Francisco, I understand that with Windows Vizio’s Tegra 4 (Windows 8 in Good Morning, Philippines and Ambassador Vic Lecaros (UPCC ’70) what was called “Baguio Bonding.” We California yearly precisely to check 8, it fully operates as a P.C. compat- Tablet) Eat Bulaga, participation in the play, at the guitar. Piano accompaniments stayed at Villa Cordillera, near Baguio on the latest Apple/Mac devices. ible with all the previous Windows “Ramahari” at the Cultural Center of were provided by Prof. Agot Espino Country Club where the Korus will be Last year, Microsoft announced applications. Vizio’s new 11.6-inch tablet is the Philippines, private performances and Jesper Mercado. The UPCC Tutti performing the front act for Gary Valen- based on a complete version of Win- in wedding ceremonies, UP Lantern sang the finale, Hallelujah Chorus and ciano’s concert. It was great bonding dows 8 making it capable of running Parade, and other courtesy calls to UP Naming Mahal, conducted by Dr. time for the current batch and UPCC The Razer Edge alumni. For two consecutive nights, full desktop apps and even HD U.P. President and other government Ramon P. Santos (UP Mixed Concert officials. . Their energy and dedica- sangerf kaming lahat sa Villa. On our They are calling this device the games. It measures at just 0.4-inches Chorus Conductor in ‘60s). tion were amazing, enough for UPCC Wow! what a concert! The Gala last day in Baguio, December 28, 2012, most powerful tablet in the world. thick and weighs 1.66 pounds. It Conductor and Artistic Director, Janet we visited the Bencab Museum. At uses a 1080 p. Concert surely concluded the 50th an- This is because it has up to 8GB of Sabas-Aracama to say, “Though we niversary celebration of the UP Concert about 1:00 p.m., Eman, Jerome, Quen- The reason why I am excited about were undergoing transitions, adjust- Chorus with a bang! The opening nie, Pola, Eenna, and Gigi headed for Tablets that run the full version ments after the tour with quite hectic songs, “Battle Hymn of the Republic” the Victory Liner to catch the bus for Windows 8 is because they all can schedules ahead, you still all delivered and “Lupang Hinirang” gave me goose Manila. The rest of the Korus stayed run full PC applications including your best as true, matured members of pimples. Throughout the concert I could to have lunch at the Rose Bowl before offline search engines. This means UPCC and knowingly, will continue not help but be mesmerized by each heading for Manila on the same day. that we can now create electronic to do so.” With all the hard work of dekada singing the songs very familiar that starting International CES 2013, New Year’s Eve sa Pilipinas it would stop participating in the libraries that can be stored, indexed, the Korus, it did not come to me as to me. a surprise that they were this year’s yearly event. So, I also expected bookmarked, and retrievable offline recipient of Aliw Foundation’s ‘Lifetime Fellowship and Recognition Night For the first time, I spent my no involvement of Microsoft or Win- Achievement Award.’ New Year’s Eve outside Manila. I have dows-based devices in this year’s I was so privileged and happy that the It’s time for the UPCC to say “Thank always enjoyed celebrating New Year’s conference. Korus accepted my invitation for them you” to all its conductors, choreog- Eve in Manila with all the food galore In the case of Apple, the presence RAM, an Intel Core i5 and i7 pro- to sing in Pagsanjan, Laguna on De- raphers, tour coordinators and major served during noche Buena and the of Apple all over the exhibit areas is cessors, and Nvdia’s GT 640M LE. cember 12, 2012. Mayor Maita Ejercito UPCC supporters whom they consider kwitis and paputoks (which are all-over felt through the display of iPAD and It is actually a Windows 8 gaming (wife of Laguna Governor ER Ejercito) as part of the UPCC family. A night of Manila even though they are prohib- iPhone accessories. This has been tablet that works in four modes – of Pagsanjan requested me to invite recognition was held last December 21, ited!) Last year, I spent my Bisperas true over the last few years when tablet, PC, console and handheld. them to sing at the Plaza in connection 2012 at the Bahay ng Alumni, UP Dili- ng Bagong Taon in Santa Barbara in with the 352th Foundation of Pagsanjan man. As expected, there were lots of Baliuag, Bulacan. Alvin Hernandez and Apple captured the tablet and smart- The Edge is capable of running Eman de Leon were my great hosts. without risk of being hacked or ac- and the Feast of Our Lady of Guadal- food and booze! phone market. most current PC titles at 720p at upe. It was a memorable event even for On December 31, 2012, Fortune But in the case of Microsoft, it mid-range graphics settings. While cessed online unnecessarily. Among those recognized were the Mayor Maita who stayed and watched UPCC conductors: Ramon Tapales Balasbas, with her daughter, Selena, the Korus sing up to midnight! (posthumous), Joan P. Ramos (posthu- drove Gabo and me to Santa Barbara. mous), Ramon Santos, Flora Zarco-Ri- When we got, we just had a quick lunch The Lantern Parade vera (posthumous, Ray T. Paguio (post- and off we went shopping for beer, LAW OFFICES OF humous), and Janet Sabas-Aracama. brandy, chicharon, and other pulutan. The Lantern Parade is an annual For the choreographers, the awardees At sunset, Eman and I attended the mass event celebrated inside the UP Campus, were: Edru Abraham, Veda Banes, Tony in Santa Barbara where Alvin’s choir E.B. ALEJO and it was an amazing sight to behold! Fabella (posthumous), Rene Hofilena, was singing. After the mass, Alvin and Nakakapagod, pero ang saya-saya! I was Ernest Hojilia, and Basilio Esteban some of his choir members joined us told it was the first time a choral group Villaruz. UPCC Tour Coordinators who at Eman’s home and started “inuman.” joined this UP event. The Korus sang worked with UPCC for at least 10 years Barbecue, juicy kaldereta and later so- “20+ Years Experience” live amidst the shouts of the public and such as Celio Almeida, Nadia Ambrosio, tanghon filled our tummies as we drank Been living in San Diego since 1977 blasting speakers of the other partici- Maurizio Bonaldi, Lutz Gross, John to our heart’s delight! pants. Dot and Kay Balajadia-Ligayu Hearne, Michaela Kilian, Karl Lager- At the stroke of 12 midnight, the *Member, California State Bar took care of the rental of a 16ft truck. shausen, Jim Navarro, Mrily Ochimar fireworks were in full blasts! Nothing Licensed to practice before the US Federal District Court During the parade, binusog kami ni Gerlach, Gabrile Riva, Pierluigi and beats the fancy firework selections in Southern California and California Supreme Court Belle and Dot with free banana-Q, Beatrice Rosa, Rosario Sanchez, Eric Baliuag, Bulacan, the original place lumpiang toge, karioka, turon, and taho. Tadeo, Aurora Turla, Rozzana Verder- where most fireworks are manufactured As the truck moved along the parade Aliga, and Nicola Wallis were also and distributed. *Author,”How to Apply for the US Tourist Visa” as listed by As we welcomed 2013, I can’t help worldwide bookseller Amazon.com Bookstores route, the Korus sang Simbang Gabi, recognized. Santa Claus is Coming to Town, and I was one of the awardees for the but feel that 2012 has really been a good year for me. It was a time of travel with *Former San Diego Regional Coordinator for U.S. Immi- Battle Hymn of the Republic. I was able Major UPCC Supporters category to leave the UPCC group at kumain ako together with Ramon Acoymo, Mauricia treasured friends, and a time full of new gration Amnesty for Catholic Community Services, Catholic ng lugaw, tokwa at baboy. Ang sarap adventures! I paused for a while amidst Diocese of San Diego Borromeo, Ryan Cayabyab, Ruben De- naman! Hap Chan provided the lunch feo, Toots de Jesus McMillan, Eleanor the loud bangs of fireworks and said and dinner for all the Korus entourage. Folke-Olsen, Paz Puruganan, Lucio San quietly, “Thank you Lord for adding *Legal Advisor, Los Chabacanos of Cavite City Mam Jai said, “I am so thankful that I Pedro (posthumous) Vilma Santiago- another year in my life.” Association, Inc., San Diego, California joined the Lantern Parade. Grabe, na- Felipe (posthumous) and Alfonso The following day, Gabo and I headed kakapagod but really so much FUN!” Yuchengco. for Manila. I spent some time packing *Juris Doctor law degree, University of San Diego (1985), After the Fellowship and Recognition my things and tidying up my condo. At Diploma; Oxford Institute on International and The Gala Concert event, kanya-kanya ng gimikan. Audrey the last minute, I was able to arrange a Comparative Law (USD), Oxford, England (1984); Allison, Misha Buensuceso, Maxine dinner reception for Bea. Together with Bachelor Degree, University of Southern California (1983); After a span of UPCC’s five decades, Rodriguez, Ruel Madriaga, the Aliga Joey and Jai, I invited Bea to have din- Montgomery High School, San Diego (1979) The UPCC presented a Gala Concert boys, Nestor & Xavier, and I went to 7th ner at the Café Adriatico. We were also which capped their many activities in High in Bonifacio Global City, Makati. joined by Eenna, Jaycee, Gabo, Lindo, *Born in the Philippines (Cavite) celebration of the Korus’ 50th Anni- It is a trendy place with great aesthetics Quennie, and Tina. After dinner, we versary. Led by Dot Ramos-Balasbas and good music to chill out to and enjoy spent the rest of the evening at the Top Gangayco, Overall Chair of the UPCC the evening. I felt young all over! of the Century (TOC) of the Century For your convenience, walk-ins accepted 50th Anniversary Executive Committee, Park Hotel. We joined the TOC singer especially between 2:00pm – 8:00pm The Gala Concert, which took 2 years Pasko sa Pilipinas in singing and dancing until it was time Business days Monday to Friday to prepare, finally came to its world to go home. premier night on December 21, 2012 at Celebrating Christmas in the Philip- On January 3, 2012, I moved to So- the U.P. Theater. lanie Hotel. My friend, Angel Alfonso IMMIGRATION LAW • DIVORCE • WILLS & TRUSTS • CRIMINAL DEFENSE • BUSINESS pines is always a joyful experience. I After watching the concert, one cannot always remember the media noche helped me move my things from the LAW • CREDIT/DEBT DISPUTES and PROBLEMS • WAGE & HOUR VIOLATIONS • simply imagine how the UPCC Alumni with the Filipino food galore: hamon, condo. Since this will be my last night UNEMPLOYMENT APPEALS • WORK CONTRACTS • LANDLORD – TENANT DISPUTES • and the current Golden Batch 2012 embotido, sopas, salad and pan de sal. in the Philippines, I decided to invite BANKRUPTCY ASSISTANCE • FORECLOSURES • TAX PREPARATION were able to present such a grandiose The media noche is a Filipino tradition a few friends for dinner and drinks. I production. It would be a nightmare to that is fully embedded in my mind. This had a group of ten who joined me at the think of the hundreds upon hundreds of year, together with Ruel Madriaga, we Solanie Hotel for dinner: Gabo, Lindo, We can accept the following on a Contingency Basis hours they spent to come up with a mag- spent our Christmas Eve quietly. Ruel Fortune, Selena, Buddy, Angel, Gigi, Ray and a friend of Angel. After dinner, (CASE BY CASE BASIS): nificent celebration of 50 golden years. and I were the guests of Agoy Patacsil Dot Balasbas-Gangayco, the Executive family in Urdaneta, Pangasinan. we spent the rest of the evening at Jefz AUTO ACCIDENT or PERSONAL INJURY • WRONGFUL TER- Committee, the UPCC Alumni and the On Christmas Day, we had dinner Café, a comedy bar at the first floor of Golden Batch 2012 deserve the standing at the residence of ______, a Solanie Hotel. By midnight, it was time MINATION • SEXUAL HARASSMENT/HOSTILE WORK PLACE to rest in preparation for my flight to (Racial, Age, Gender, Disability) ovation and outpouring of love from the family friend of Agoy. It was party after • WORK DISCRIMINATION audience during the gala night. Indeed, a party in Udaneta. On December 26, Seattle the following day. musical milestone took place on Decem- 2012, Agoy, Ruel, and I went to Baguio FAIR PRICES/COURTEOUS AND FRIENDLY SERVICE ber 21, 2012! to attend the wedding of Clarisa de la Time to say Goodbye! The Gala Concert was hosted by Paz, a 2006 UPCC member. Ruel and Attorney is available daily on regular business days at the San Diego Office Chinggoy Alonzo (UPCC 1960). As I stayed at the family home of Camille Finally, it was time to say goodbye to the opening number, UPCC Tutti sang Dans Lopez together with the other all my friends in the Philippines who Also Featuring: the Battle Hymn of the Republic and 2006 Korus members who sang at the made my visit this year worth remem- Debt Negotiation Lupang Hinirang. This was followed by church and wedding reception at the bering. I boarded my plane to Seattle on Bankruptcy Assistance the UPCC dekada ’60 and ’70 start- Manor, Camp John Hay. The wedding January 4, 2013, knowing in my heart Loan Consolidation ing the concert with their songs, Soon ceremony and reception were fabulous that my journey with the UP Concert Ah will be Done, May Bukas Pa, and --- bongga! Sangerf (a term coined Chorus has not completely ended. I For free consultation Neneng, with Ed Manguiat (UPCC ’70) by the Korus to refer to “lasing”) lahat look forward to another journey with conducting. The audience simply adored kami including the newly wed couple. the Korus in many more years to come. call (619) 203-5782 the singing of each group! We came back to Manila on December Ciao! We can help you stop worrying about your legal problems. The Golden Batch 2012 performed 17, 2012. during the second part of the Gala Our stay in Manila was only for a 240 Woodlawn Avenue, Suite 11, Chula Vista, CA 91910 Concert with UPCC alumna, Prof. short while pero gabi-gabi gimikan. Convenient location and plenty of free parking; Janet Sabas-Aracama, conducting. What else would you do if you are on Follow Asian Journal on Near Chula Vista trolley station. Nagsasalita kami ng Tagalog Like all the dekadas, the Golden Batch vacation? I kept on moving my flight to Twitter @asianjournal performed with their signature chore- Seattle because I could not get a confir- February 15-21, 2013 Asian Journal - (619) 474-0588 Visit our website at http://www.asianjournalusa.com Page 15 Health and Wellness Closeness Isn’t Always Key to Chemicals in Cookware, Healthy On a Budget: 10 Romantic Bliss Carpets May Raise Arthritis Incredibly Cheap Health Foods Finding the level of emotional inti- intimacy was associated with lower Risk in Women Refreshing News Blogspot | magnesium and zinc than white rice macy that's right for both partners relationship quality and an rise in 1/23/2013 -- Our grocery stores are and is also has a lower glycemic symptoms of depression. It didn't Study looked at PFCs, found textile stain protection. so awash in cheap, unhealthy food index, making it the healthier option. is most important, study fi nds matter if the participants felt too Previous research has linked PFC that nutritious eating has almost Bananas in products from nonstick exposure to a higher risk for the close or not close enough. The nega- cookware to carpeting. started to seem like a luxury pursuit. Sweets have become too large a THURSDAY, Feb. 14 (HealthDay tive effects occurred only when the premature onset of menopause in Eating a healthy, whole food diet can part of the American diet in part be- News) -- Intimacy isn't bliss if it's women, higher levels of "bad" LDL participants didn't achieve the level THURSDAY, Feb. 14 (Health- feel like something for those who cause they've grown so cheap. But if too close for comfort. of closeness they wanted in their cholesterol in men and women, and have money to spend on organic you want a low-cost treat, you don't Or not close enough to make you Day News) -- In what researchers reduced effectiveness of routine vac- relationships. are calling a fi rst, a new analysis vegetables and free-range meat, but have to go for something unhealthy. feel special. Over the course of the study, cinations among children. tough for a family on a budget. But Bananas, which are high in potas- That's the Valentine's Day mes- suggests that the greater a woman's To explore a potential PFC-os- relationship quality improved for exposure to a type of common eating healthily does not have to be sium, vitamin B6, and vitamin C, sage from researchers at Columbia participants whose level of rela- teoarthritis connection, the authors expensive. Happily, there are plenty make a wonderful treat at less than a University, who found that your chemical compound called PFCs, looked at PFOA and PFOS exposure tionship intimacy changed to more the greater her risk for developing of nourishing, delicious foods that quarter each. signifi cant other can be emotionally closely match their expectations. In data collected between 2003 and cost next to nothing. Here are ten Carrots distant and still offer you a fulfi lling osteoarthritis. 2008 by the U.S. National Health these cases, the participants' mental Researchers did not fi nd a similar super-healthy ingredients that won’t We've all been told since relationship. The key, according to health also improved, the study and Nutrition Examination Survey. break the bank. childhood that carrots are their research, is that you should be risk among men regarding these The analysis covered more than found. Meanwhile, when the desired chemicals, which are now found in Cabbage good as close as you want to be. level of closeness was not achieved, 4,000 men and women between The humble cabbage is a thrifty "Our study found that people who everything from nonstick cookware the ages of 20 and 84 for whom couples were more likely to be un- to take-out containers and carpeting. cook's dream. A fi ve pound head will yearn for a more intimate partner- happy and break up. osteoarthritis status information was generally set you back three dollars. for ship and people who crave more dis- Osteoarthritis, the most common available. The study's authors believe dif- type of arthritis, causes pain and In spite of it's low cost, it packs a eye- tance are equally at risk for having ferences in the amount of closeness The team found "signifi cant as- nutritional punch, though. It's low sight, a problematic relationship," study stiffness and involves degeneration sociations" between osteoarthritis desired in a relationship should play of the cartilage in the joints. in calories, but loaded with vitamins which lead author David Frost, a psycholo- a role in psychotherapy for both incidence and exposure to PFOA or and minerals like Vitamins K and C, turns out to be not gist and professor of Population and And the study authors stressed that PFOS among women but not men. individuals and couples. while their investigation identifi ed iron, calcium, and potassium. exactly true. Nonetheless, they are Family Health at Columbia Uni- "It's best not to make too many Women exposed to the highest Parsley excellent for you as they are high in versity's Mailman School of Public a robust link between osteoarthritis levels of either chemical seemed to assumptions about what constitutes and exposure to two specifi c PFC Often used as vitamin A, thiamin, niacin, folate, Health, said in a news release. "If a healthy relationship," noted Frost. face up to nearly double the risk for a mere gar- vitamin B6, and a host of other you want to experience your rela- chemicals -- known as PFOA and developing osteoarthritis, compared "Rather, we need to hear from PFOS -- for now the fi nding can nish, nutrients. tionship as healthy and rewarding, people about how close they are to women exposed to the lowest parsley Rutabagas it's important that you fi nd a way to only be described as an associa- levels. in their relationships and how that tion, rather than a cause-and-effect is High in vitamins C and B6 attain your idealized level of close- compares to how close they'd ideally The osteoarthritis-PFC connection actu- and minerals like calcium, ness with your partner." relationship. also appeared to be stronger among like to be." "But we did fi nd a clear and strong ally a magnesium, and The study involved more than 700 The study was published online younger women (between 20 and nutri- phosphorous, men and women in the United States association between exposure to 49) than among older women (be- Feb. 13 and in the April issue of the [these] compounds and osteoarthri- tional dy- the rutabaga and Canada. The participants com- Personality and Social Psychology tween 50 and 84). But the team said namo, packed is a nourishing pleted online questionnaires about tis, which is a very painful chronic more follow-up research is needed to Bulletin. disease," said study lead author with antioxidants, vegetable with their relationships. Specifi cally, they confi rm the observation. and vitamins C and A. It's also a unique taste that were asked about closeness, or the Sarah Uhl, who conducted the study While the biological reason behind More information while working as a researcher at the an ingredient in traditional medi- are excellent, boiled, degree to which they identifi ed with the potential connection remains cine, with proponents who claim it's roasted, or mashed. They keep won- their partner and shared their signifi - Yale School of Forestry and Envi- unclear, the team suggested that the The American Psychological ronmental Studies in New Haven, useful in treating everything from derfully making them excellent for cant other's values, views and per- Association has more insight on chemicals may have a particularly gastrointestinal issues to menstrual buying in bulk. Conn. profound impact on hormonal bal- sonality traits. They were also asked emotional health . problems. While those claims are Canned Sardines about their relationship satisfaction, "This adds to the body of informa- ances for women. SOURCE: Columbia University, tion that we have suggesting that hard to verify, at less than a dollar a Like many fi sh, sardines are high commitment, break-up thoughts, and news release, Feb. 13, 2013 "Our hormone systems are incred- bunch, it might be worth trying. in healthy omega-3 fatty acids, but symptoms of depression. these highly persistent synthetic ibly delicate and can be thrown off Copyright © 2013 HealthDay . All chemicals are of concern when it Dried Beans unlike many larger fi sh, they are low Too much distance in the relation- rights reserved. by tiny doses of hormone-disrupting Protein is often the most expensive in mercury and PCBs. That makes ship was reported by 57 percent of comes to the public health," she said. chemicals," Uhl said. "And process- HealthDayNews articles are The new study appears in the Feb. element of a meal, but beans are one them a wonderful choice, espe- the men and women surveyed. The derived from various sources and do es like infl ammation and cartilage of the rare exceptions. You can usu- cially for women who are pregnant researchers also found 37 percent of 14 online issue of Environmental repair are associated with our hor- not refl ect federal policy. health- Health Perspectives. ally buy a one pound bag for a dollar or nursing. Even better, canned the participants were content with fi nder.gov does not endorse opin- mones, and are also associated with (or less), which is much less than sardines which can be eaten as is, the level of intimacy in their rela- Uhl noted that exposure to PFCs osteoarthritis." ions, products, or services that may is nearly universal, given their you'd pay for an equivalent amount cooked, added to a sauce, or almost tionship and 5 percent felt too close appear in news stories. For more Whatever the culprit, Uhl cau- of meat, but with much less fat and anything else you can think of, are to their signifi cant other. inclusion in a vast array of products tioned that the problem is likely to information on health topics in the to enable (among other things) the none of the cholesterol. In addition one of the most affordable fi shes on Frost's team found that a gap be- news, visit Health News on health- persist for years to come despite a to protein, beans are also high in fo- tween the amount of closeness in a grease-proofi ng of food packag- safety-driven downward trend in fi nder.gov. ing, waterproofi ng of rain gear, and late, iron, fi ber, and other nutrients. relationship and the desired level of global PFOA/PFOS use. Eggs "Once they get into the environ- Even the most expensive organic ment they just don't go away," she free-range eggs come in at less than noted. "In people, they last years. fi fty cents an egg. And for that price, So even if we were to reduce the you get an exceptional source of use of these chemicals right away, protein that is high in B vitamins and they're still going to be around and anti-oxidants. They're also incred- in our bodies for a long time," she ibly fl exible and can be worked into the market. explained. almost any dish. Sweet Potatoes "Not being exposed is not an Brown Rice Being a hardy tuber that stores option, which is frustrating," Uhl Rice provides so much energy at well makes sweet potatoes a lot added. "But as consumers, I would such low cost, it's the world's most cheaper than many other vegetables. say that one of the best things to do widely eaten staple. Brown rice, And that's great news, because they is to lead a healthy lifestyle, and get which has not had the bran and germ are also loaded with potassium, exercise and eat well. Because we're removed is higher in minerals like Vitamin A, and fi ber. fi nding that those steps can reduce susceptibility to factors that are outside our control." Commenting on the study, Dr. Jo- seph Guettler, an orthopedic surgeon and sports medicine specialist at Beaumont Hospital in Royal Oak, Mich., suggested that PFC exposure should be put in context as one of a wide number of variables that can potentially drive osteoarthritis risk. "There's genetics, weight and obesity, and previous injuries," he noted. "There are some people who are biomechanically built in a certain way that predisposes them. And then others with certain [jobs] who put a lot of wear and tear on their body," Guettler pointed out. "And now this study seems to add an environmental factor, PFCs, to the list of traditional risk factors," he continued. "The fact that they didn't fi nd this association among men surprises me," Guettler added. "They hypothe- size that this may be due to hormon- al differences, but I would expect that the main mechanism for PFCs infl uencing osteoarthritis would be through their effect on the infl am- matory process. Because PFCs have been linked to infl ammation, and we are well aware that infl ammation has a signifi cant negative impact on cartilage. So there defi nitely needs to be more research." More information For more on PFCs, visit the U.S. Environmental Protec- tion Agency. SOURCES: Sarah A. Uhl, M.S., (former) researcher, Yale School of Forestry and Environmental Studies, New Haven, Conn.; Joseph Guettler, M.D., orthopedic surgeon and sports medicine specialist, Beaumont Hospital, Royal Oak, Mich.; Feb. 14, 2013, Environmental Health Perspectives, online. Copyright © 2013 HealthDay . All rights reserved. HealthDayNews articles are derived from various sources and do not refl ect federal policy. healthfi nder.gov does not endorse opinions, products, or services that may appear in news stories. For more information on health topics in the news, visit Health News on healthfi nder.gov. Page 16 Asian Journal - (619) 474-0588 Visit our website at http://www.asianjournalusa.com February 15-21, 2013 Food for Thought Mga Tulang Street Poetry Read previous articles by visiting our website at www.asian- journalusa.com Tagalog by Michael R. Tagudin by Romeo Nicolas Read Romeo Nicolas’s previous poems by vis- iting our website at www.asianjournalusa.com Read about Michael’s upcoming book of poems “Crushed Little Girl On A Plane Violets” by visiting our website at www.asianjournalusa.com

An atheist was seated next to a little girl on an airplane and he turned to her and said, "Do you want to talk? Flights go quicker if you strike up a conversation Agwat Ng Panahon V Day with your fellow passenger." Aaanhin ko pa ang mga panahon na makilala ka, The little girl, who had just started to read her book, replied to the total Masakit tanggapin, kaunting araw na lang ang syang natitira. stranger, "What would you want to talk about?" come on man! Agwat ng panahon ng makilala ka’y hindi ko napuna, " Oh, I don't know," said the atheist. "How about why there is no God, or it's V day! no Heaven or Hell, or no life after death?" as he smiled smugly. Maiiwan ka lang na naghihinagpis kung ako’y wala na. the day of hearts! so ah...what's wrong? "OK," she said. "Those could be interesting topics Masasaktan lamang ang aking damdamin, pagdating ng araw, i tell you what's wrong! But let me ask you a question fi rst. A horse, a cow, and a Deer all eat the Na ika’y makitang labis nalulungkot na mata’y luhaan. you see a guy running same stuff - grass. with wings Yet a deer excretes little pellets, while a cow turns out a fl at patty, but a Hindi ko nanaisin na ika’y magdusa sa ‘sang pagmamahal, horse produces clumps. Why do you suppose that is? Na huling dumating, kahit naramdamang ang nais ko’y ikaw. with a bow with a couple of arrows The atheist, visibly surprised by the little girl's intelligence, thinks about it WATCH OUT! Ako’y magtitiis at sisikilin ko itong nadarama, and says, "Hmmm, I have no idea." it's not Rambo Pipilitin na lang kimkimin ang lahat na minamasdan ka. To which the little girl replies, "Do you really feel qualifi ed to discuss why it's Cupid! there is no God, or no Heaven Sa ‘yong kabataan ay magpatuloy ka sa tuwa’t ligaya, a hit man for love! Or Hell, or no life after death, when you don't know shit?" Wag na lang pansinin ang kawawang ako, sayo ay suminta. never wanted to be a...

And then she went back to reading her book. starry eyed fool... Kung saka-sakali na iyong napansing kita’y tinatangi, another Alice in wonder land! Huwag mong ipagdamot na kahit katiting suklian ng ngiti. to be pierced... then be stupid! Masaya na ako na aking mabatid sa bigay mong sukli, the effect of this stupor of a drug ‘Di ako nagkulang na hindi ‘paalam, banal na lunggati. this drug called madness... Laughing Matter making me blissfully insane... Paalam sa iyo, aking iiwanan ang binhing magmahal, Read previous articles by visiting our website at www.asian- in pain journalusa.com ‘Pagkat hindi tayo tunay magkabagay sa ating lipunan. cause cupid is running around Minahal man kita, ito’y ala-alang aking tatandaan, in rampage! Agwat ng panahon ang naging sagabal, mahalin ko’y ikaw. need to get my armor Funeral Procession one shot...two shots...over shot of a case Kathang tula ni: i feel great A woman was leaving with her to disturb you, but I've never seen Romeo Nicolas i am numb as hell! morning coffee when she noticed a a funeral like this. Whose funeral is 2/14/2013 i am ready to take cupid most unusual funeral procession ap- it?" proaching the nearby cemetery. The woman replied, "Well, that any time...any where... A long black hearse was followed fi rst hearse is for my husband," it's V day by a second hearse about 50 feet "What happened to him?" The day of hearts behind. woman replied, "My dog attacked Behind the second hearse was a and killed him." i am in a mood to get... solitary woman walking a Pit Bull She inquired further, "Well who is Prayer For Those Who Have Not Come To run over...once more! dog on a leash. in the second hearse?" to feel the asphalt tracks across my psyche... Behind her were 200 women walk- "His mistress. She tried to help Know The Love Of The Heavenly Father ing single fi le. my husband, then the dog turned on From the SpiritDaily.com mailbag: Our Lady gave fi ve wonderful CUPID...WATCH OUT! her." promises to those who pray for those "who have not come to know the The woman couldn't stand the A poignant and thoughtful moment love of the Heavenly Father." The promises are: curiosity. She respectfully ap- of silence passes between the two proached the woman walking the women. 1. "I will strengthen you." dog and said, "I am so sorry for your "Can I borrow the dog?" 2. "I will fi ll you with my graces." ©2013 Michael R. Tagudin. All rights reserved. loss, and I know now is a bad time She replied, "Get in line." 3. "With my love, I will protect you from the evil spirit." About the Author: Michael R. Tagudin Educated as an 4. "I will be with you." engineer in the Philippines, the City of Los Angeles employee 5. "With my presence, I will console you in diffi cult moments." hopes his legacy of poems will provoke a dialogue about the human condition. He is donating the proceeds from the book “Crushed Violets” to the “Coalition to Abolish Slavery AARP.org Debuts First Ever Web Page For Asian In response to Our Lady's request, please say this prayer and forward it & Traffi cking (CAST)”, a non-profi t that provides public to as many people as possible who might want to receive these extraordi- awareness and advocacy efforts against human traffi cking in Americans 50+ During Lunar New Year nary gifts from Our Lady. the City of Angels. To learn more, visit www.castla.org. To Washington, D.C. (February 14, 2013) help our members obtain discounts on help, call the CAST 24 hour hotline 888.KEY.2.FRE(EDOM) –This February, AARP.org celebrates a wide range of products, travel, and or 888.539.2373. Contact [email protected] for more "In the Name of Jesus, who said that anything we ask in His information about ordering the book “Crushed Violets.” Lunar New Year by launching its fi rst services. A trusted source for lifestyle Name will be given to those who believe, I ask that those who Asian Community web page, www. tips, news and educational information, and human capital to attract more in- aarp.org/asiancommunity. Tailored to AARP produces AARP The Magazine, have not come to know the love of the Heavenly Father will be engage the 50+ Asian audience, the web the world's largest circulation magazine; US economist vestments. He said public spending page will include news and information AARP Bulletin; www. aarp.org; AARP blessed with the knowledge that they are loved by Him beyond on healthcare and education should relevant to the Asian American com- TV & Radio; AARP Books; and AARP all human reasoning and understanding. Please grant them (Continued from page 9) increase to enhance human capital. munity on topics including caregiving, VIVA, a bilingual news source. AARP the gift to feel His love as it enfolds them to such an extent that But he said that the challenges fi nancial security, health, retirement, and does not endorse candidates for public ter 2016. People are going to be ask- were already being addressed by the social security among others. It also offi ce or make contributions to political they will be unable to resist or deny it. ing, ‘Is it just that?” Roubini said. government, and this should eventu- includes AARP Asian member stories, campaigns or candidates. The AARP May the knowledge of the Heavenly Father's infi nite love stir But the economist said there was a ally convince credit rating fi rms and Asian events from the state, local and Foundation is an affi liated charity that within their hearts the desire to return that love to Him, and good chance that in 2016, Filipinos the international investment com- national offi ces, videos highlighting p rovides security, protection, and em- to refl ect it to all others. May their lives be a pure refl ection of would vote for leaders who have munity that the positive momentum Asian AARP members and AARP Asian powerment to older persons in need with the same reform agenda as that of would be sustained. executives that are in English but also support from thousands of volunteers, His resplendent love. I ask this in the name of the Father, and the current administration given the (Story courtesy of Doris C. providing subtitled versions in Chinese donors, and sponsors. AARP has staffed and Korean along with a fi nancial edu- offi ces in all 50 states, the District of the Son, and the Holy Spirit, through the Immaculate Heart of gains being reaped currently. Dumlao, Michelle Remo of the Phil- cation column from Chinese American Columbia, Puerto Rico, and the U.S. Mary. Amen” Nonetheless, he said the country ippine Daily Inquirer) must assure potential investors of AARP executive, Jean Setzfand. Virgin Islands. Learn more at www.aarp. Please print this little prayer, distribute it, and pray it from the heart “Our goal in creating this page is to org. the sustainability of the ongoing be a trusted and user-friendly resource at your prayer meetings. Thank you for responding to this call. -- Source: reforms. ROOM FOR RENT for 50+ Americans of Asian Pacifi c Medjugorje Message Quiet Neighborhood descent, the fastest growing popula- Infrastructure in National City. No tion in America,” said Lorraine Cortes smoking. No drugs. 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Call 619.851.9547 tion on how best to serve the Asian everything and showed me the way Apostle and Martyr, community with issues important to our to reach my ideals, You, who gave great in virtue and rich in miracles, members and their families to help them me the divine gift to forgive and near kinsman of Jesus Christ, “The souls that say this chaplet will be embraced by My mercy during their lifetime and get more out of life as they age.” forget the wrong that is done to me faithful intercessor for all who especially at the hour of their death (754).” -- Words of Jesus in the Diary of St. Faustina The Hour of Great Mercy The video “AARP—Helping Asian Families Get More Out of Life” will and You who are in all instances invoke you, of my life with me, I want to thank special patron in time of need; CHAPLET OF THE DIVINE MERCY At three o’clock, implore My mercy, be one of the links available through especially for sinners; and, if only for a brief the new web page. Subtitled in both You for everything and confi rm to you I have recourse from the Chinese and Korean, the video features Using the rosary beads, recite one Our Father, one moment, immerse yourself in My Passion, once more that I never want to be depth of my heart, particularly in My abandonment at the AARP Asian executives as well as testi- separated from You no matter how and humbly beg you, Hail Mary, and one I Believe in God. monials from infl uential Asian commu- moment of agony. This is the hour of great nity leaders who discuss the importance great the material desire may be. to whom God has given such great mercy. 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Faouar to Damascus International -- For his bravery when he secured ricane Sandy disaster, in his State of nurses and doctors to carefully carry She has worked as a nurse in New Airport last Nov. 28. and kept 14 Austrian passengers out the Union address before the joint the babies down eight fl ights of York for more than 25 years, and has The convoy, consisting of 25 of danger in Syria last November, session of Congress in Washington stairs with only cell phones to light been at NYU since 2010. vehicles, came under heavy fi re by a Filipino peacekeeper received the D.C., Tuesday evening (Wednesday the way. Sanchez currently lives in New anti-government forces while on its morning, Manila time). Even as her own home was Jersey with her husband and two way to the airport. Galiza accelerated In his speech, Obama mentioned fl ooding, Sanchez thought only of children, both of whom are in col- his vehicle to secure and keep his 14 Menchu Sanchez, a nurse at New protecting the babies in her care, the lege. - With report from Rodney Austrian passengers safe and out of that devastated large parts of New York University’s Langone Medical White House said. Jaleco, ABS-CBN News danger. York and New Jersey last year. Center, as an example to all Ameri- The Peacekeeper of the Month cans. Award is granted to deserving "We were sent here to look out for soldiers in UNDOF for exemplary our fellow Americans in the same performance of duty and outstanding way they look out for one another contribution to peacekeeping. every single day, usually without “This award will refl ect on how the fanfare all across the country. We 6th Philippine Contingent to Golan should follow their example," he Heights performed well in its man- said,. dated tasks and mission. Likewise, Major General Iqbal Sing Singha, "We should follow the example this will boost the morale of the offi - UNDOF Force Commander, hands of a New York City nurse named cers, men and women of the Philip- over the Peacekeeper of the Month Menchu Sanchez. When Hurricane pine battalion,” Anquillano said. award to Technical Sergeant Herman Sandy plunged her hospital into Galiza. [DFA PISU via Philstar] darkness, she wasn't thinking about how her own home was faring. Her Get the best results for mind was on the 20 precious new- Peacekeeper of the Month Award. your CLASSIFIED AD borns in her care and the rescue plan Tech. Sgt. Herman Galiza, a mem- with our 3-in-1 PRICE offer she devised that kept them all safe," ber of the 6th Philippine contingent via online+digital+print the US president said. to Golan Heights, received the award Sanchez was seated between during the command briefi ng at the editions. Call Asian Journal 619.474.0588 First Lady Michelle Obama and Jill United Nations Disengagement Ob- Biden, wife of Vice President Joe server Force (UNDOF) headquarters Asian Journal San Diego Biden, during the State of the Union at Camp Fauoar in Syria last Jan. 9. address. Lt. Col. Nolie Anquillano, com- When President Obama mentioned manding offi cer of the Philippine Digital Edition Sanchez, the First Lady was seen contingent, said UNDOF chief Maj. nudging Sanchez and smiling at her. Gen. Iqbal Singh Singha conferred ONE million + reads Sanchez was invited by Obama for the award on Galiza, bus driver for on scribd.com/ her role in saving 20 at-risk infants the Austrian and Croatian contin- asianjournal during the Hurricane Sandy disaster Meet the Filipina nurse honored by Obama by Rodney Jaleco, ABS-CBN | She has worked as a nurse in New earning some extra cash from their WASHINGTON, D.C., 2/12/2013 - York for more than 25 years, and has summer jobs at the mall, knowing Filipina nurse Menchu Sanchez will been at NYU since 2010. that his status prevented him from get a rare vantage view of President Menchu currently lives in New those activities. Obama’s State of the Union address Jersey with her husband and two But when he heard about news before a joint session of Congress on children, both of whom are in col- that the Obama Administration was Tuesday evening (Wednesday morn- lege. going to provide Deferred Action ing, Manila time). for undocumented youth like him to Sanchez, a nurse at New York Uni- emerge from the shadows, he was versity’s Langone Medical Center, one of the fi rst to sign up, the White will sit at the balcony as one of the House said. special guests of First Lady Michelle Alan is in his second year at the Obama. College of Southern Nevada. He’s She is being hailed as one of studying to become a doctor and he the heroes of the Hurricane Sandy hopes to join the Air Force. Alan disaster that devastated large parts of is currently working at Hermandad New York and New Jersey last year. Mexicana, where he is in charge of She devised a plan to transport 20 fi nal review for DACA applications. at-risk infants at the Langone Medi- Also with the First Lady are cal Center to intensive care units Cleopatra and Nathaniel Pendleton, around the city. She organized the whose daughter Hadiya was mur- nurses and doctors to carefully carry dered on January 29, 2013, when she the babies down eight fl ights of was shot and killed in Harsh Park on stairs with only cell phones to light Chicago’s South Side. the way. Hadiya had participated in Presi- Even as Menchu’s own home dent Obama’s public inaugural cel- was fl ooding, she thought only of The other guests of the First Lady ebration on January 21, 2013. The protecting the babies in her care, the include Alan Aleman, an undocu- honor student and band majorette at White House said. mented immigrant from Mexico King College Prep High School has Menchu was born, raised, and City. become another symbol of the vic- educated in the Philippines and she In high school, Alan watched his tims of gun violence in the country. immigrated to the United States in friends come of age – driving around Mrs. Obama attended Hadiya’s the 1980s. town with their new licenses and memorial service last Saturday.