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PERSONAL REFLECTIONS FOOD & LEISURE LEGAL NOTES tHe Melodies of Holiday Menu WHat you need CHristMas: Missing for a HealtHy to KnoW about CHristMas in Pinas Heart dePortation
PRESORTED HAWAII FILIPINO CHRONICLE STANDARD 94-356 WAIPAHU DEPOT RD., 2ND FLR. U.S. POSTAGE WAIPAHU, HI 96797 PAID HONOLULU, HI PERMIT NO. 9661 2 HaWaii filiPino CHroniCle deCeMber 17, 2016 EDITORIALS FROM THE PUBLISHER Publisher & Executive Editor hristmas and the New Year are Charlie Y. Sonido, M.D. Why Christmas both fast approaching! Hectic Publisher & Managing Editor though it may be, let’s try to Chona A. Montesines-Sonido Matters to Filipinos slow it down a bit, savor this Associate Editors Dennis Galolo | Edwin Quinabo ther than the Philippines, it's hard to think of any C magical time of the year and Contributing Editor country that plays Yuletide music as early as really enjoy the sights and Belinda Aquino, Ph.D. September—the first of the “ber” months. By sounds of Christmas. At the same time, Creative Designer Junggoi Peralta early September, streets begin to brighten as let’s also not forget the real “reason for the vendors sell their numerous Holiday Season Photography O season”—the birth of our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. Tim Llena decorations, malls put up their Christmas dis- The cover story for this issue is about authentic Filipino- Administrative Assistant Shalimar Pagulayan plays and radio stations begin playing Christmas carols. style Christmas celebrations here in Hawaii and in the Columnists Things really start to heat up by November and early Decem- Philippines. Two local events have become beloved Christ- Carlota Hufana Ader ber as rush hour traffic becomes heavier and malls more mas traditions for Filipino families. The first is the dazzling Emil Guillermo Ruth Elynia Mabanglo, Ph.D. crowded. In business districts and more affluent neighbor- City Lights Celebration and Electric Light Parade at Hon- Ron Menor hoods, the streets and individual homes are lit up with Christ- olulu Hale, while the second is Pasko! sa FilCom which was J.P. Orias Pacita Saludes mas decorations, garlands, colorful lights and parols held earlier this month. Hundreds attended the 10th version Reuben S. Seguritan, Esq. (lanterns). Carolers go from house-to-house where they re- of this favorite event at the FilCom Center in Waipahu. To Charlie Sonido, M.D. Cong. Mark Takai ceive either money or candies for their singing. read more about these and other timeless and uniquely Fil- Emmanuel S. Tipon, Esq. Many Christmas traditions in the Philippines are deeply in- ipino Christmas traditions, turn to page 4. Felino S. Tubera Sylvia Yuen, Ph.D. fluenced by Spanish colonizers. As the only Christian nation In other news, the November General Election was just Contributing Writers in Asia, Christmas in the Philippines is a religious holiday that a few weeks ago, but the City’s Neighborhood Board system Clement Bautista Filipinos, the majority of whom are Roman Catholics, have is already preparing for another election. Applications are Teresita Bernales, Ed.D eagerly embraced. Some even joke that the Philippines basi- being accepted from residents who may be interested in run- Rose Churma Serafin Colmenares, Jr., Ph.D. cally has three seasons—the dry, rainy and Christmas seasons. ning for a seat on their respective neighborhood board. If Julia Crowley From the Simbang Gabi or Misa de Gallo—nine consecutive you’ve always wanted to participate in the government Linda Dela Cruz Fiedes Doctor days of masses that culminate on Christmas Eve to the belen process and to make a difference in your community, now Danny De Gracia, II, MA (nativity scene), the Panunuluyan (re-enactment of Joseph and may be your chance. Please turn to page 7 for more details Carolyn Weygan-Hildebrand Amelia Jacang, M.D. Mary's search for shelter), the Noche Buena (Christmas Eve on eligibility requirements and the neighborhood board sys- Caroline Julian dinner)—Filipinos have numerous references to cherished tem. Raymund Ll. Liongson, Ph.D. Federico Magdalena, Ph.D. Christmas customs, habits and traditions. In closing, we reported in our last issue the efforts of the Deborah T. Manog It's no secret that family is everything when it comes to Ohana Medical Mission and the preparations being under- Maita Milallos Paul Melvin Palalay, M.D. Christmas in the Philippines. Families large and small plan taken for its 10th mission to the Philippines. The team is Renelaine Bontol-Pfister their reunions around Christmas, when there is a lot of food, scheduled to leave for Manila in the next few days, so please Seneca Moraleda-Puguan Lilia Q. Santiago, Ph.D. endless talking and videoke. Some families open gifts at mid- keep them in your thoughts and prayers. We wish them a Jay Valdez, Psy.D. night, while others prefer to wait until morning. Balikbayans safe and successful journey! Glenn Wakai Amado Yoro are often tempted to extend their vacation during Christmas This issue also marks our very last for 2016, so on behalf Philippine Correspondent: because of the happy vibes and completeness of the family, of the Hawaii Filipino Chronicle, I’d like to wish all of you Greg Garcia which basically shows the tight-knit closeness of a typical a very Merry Christmas and a safe and Happy New Year. We Neighbor Island Correspondents: Filipino family. For hard-working Overseas Foreign Workers are deeply grateful for your faithful support of our paper. Big Island (Hilo and Kona) (OFW)s, spending Christmas with family can ease the strug- Grace Larson | Ditas Udani Until our first issue in 2017…aloha and mabuhay! Kauai gles and loneliness of working abroad. Millicent Wellington In short, Christmas is the most beautiful time of the year Maui for many Filipinos because it is a festive season into which Christine Sabado Big Island Distributor love, generosity and acceptance are woven as timeless (where an individual’s one vote equals to one vote) but not be Grace Larson | Ditas Udani virtues. Christmas becomes even more meaningful when cel- elected if the candidate loses in electoral votes. In the 2000 Kauai Distributor ebrated with those whom we cherish the most—our family Bush vs. Gore election, Bush was elected president for winning Amylou Aguinaldo Nestor Aguinaldo and friends. Above all, Christmas is the time for Filipinos to the electoral votes, but lost the popular vote. Once again, De- Jimmy Iloreta celebrate the birth of Christ, which is a reminder to love, give mocrats find themselves on the losing side of this archaic sys- Maui Distributor and share with others during this special season. Merry tem, as Hilary Clinton won the popular vote by more than 2 Cecile Piros Christmas to all! million over Donald Trump but we all know who is occupying Molokai Distributor Maria Watanabe the White House due to our electoral system. Oahu Distributor To further demonstrate in real numbers how unfair the sys- Yoshimasa Kaneko Update or Abolish the tem is—Trump beat Clinton in the swing states of Michigan, Jonathan Pagulayan Advertising/Marketing Director Wisconsin and Pennsylvania which helped to put him over the Chona A. Montesines-Sonido Electoral System top of the required 270 electoral votes to win the presidency. Account Executives ven something as definitive and absolute as math When adding the popular or individual vote collectively in all Carlota Hufana Ader J.P. Orias can be reduced to mean something else when pol- three of these states, Trump beat Clinton by a little over 100,000 The Hawaii Filipino Chronicle is published itics get in the way. For example, the average votes. Clinton’s popular vote aggregate of over 2 million plus weekly by The Hawaii Filipino Chronicle Inc. and is located at 94-356 Waipahu Depot, American believes one person’s vote equals to votes ahead of Trump is basically cancelled out by the measly Waipahu, HI 96797. Telephone (808) 678- 8930 Facsimile (808) 678-1829. E-mail fil- one vote. Common sense tells us this is correct. 100,000 votes Trump received over Clinton in these three states. [email protected]. Website: E www.thefilipinochronicle.com. Opinions But under the Electoral College—our system that Why? Because the entire electoral votes of Michigan, Wisconsin expressed by the columnists and contribu- tors do not necessarily reflect those of the we rely on to elect a U.S. president—an individual citizen’s and Pennsylvania went to Trump and tilted the national election. Hawaii Filipino Chronicle management. Re- production of the contents in whole or in part vote in one state could be equal to two, three, or even four In more simpler terms—the 100,000 Trump votes in these swing is prohibited without written permission from states was given more numeric weight than over 2 million Clin- the management. All rights reserved. times the vote in another state. In Wyoming, the weight in elec- Printed in the U.S.A. ton votes nationally. Imagine that. Deconstruct the entire election toral votes is quadruple to an individual in California. U.S. SBA SmAll BUSineSS JoUrnAliSt AwArdee The net result is what most people already know—a pres- mathematically and this is what you get. memBer, Society of ProfeSSionAl idential candidate can receive more direct or popular votes (continued on page 3) JoUrnAliStS deCeMber 17, 2016 HaWaii filiPino CHroniCle 3 CANDID PERSPECTIVES Trump Plays It Loose, Filipino Partners Selling Condos Play It Looser tices that can sometimes go named the Philippines’ special As chair of the Century Juvenal Castro knows how An- over the line. envoy to Washington for trade, Properties Group, he’s building tonio conducts business. By Emil Guillermo And that has some in Cali- investment and economic af- the $150 million, 57-story high fornia wondering if real estate fairs. rise on the edge of Manila’s Improper Sales? ilipinos in Hawaii transactions in the state, initi- Antonio also happens to be Makati district, so tall it can be Castro, 77, is a retired have the best of ated by Filipinos on tourist a “ginormous” Asian F.O.T. seen for miles around by the Navy officer who lives in Cal- both worlds. visas selling retirement condos That would be “Friend of predominantly poor masses of ifornia. Last year, Castro You’re already in in Manila, were done so with- Trump” but he’s actually more the city. helped a distant relative and F paradise. Why out being properly licensed so- than that. And the symbol of capital- three others who were visiting would you want to licitors. istic opulence is called Trump on tourist visas from Manila. go back to the Philippines One advocate even says it Trump’s Manila Partner Tower Century City, of course, The visas were for cultural when you have all the U.S. has may even be a case of human A recent New York Times where you can “live above it dance performances to take to offer and fresh malasadas? trafficking. The story is impor- top story headlined “World of all.” The ongoing questions of place in September and Octo- But that’s not the case for tant because of the man whose Potential Conflict For a Devel- conflict of interest may be re- ber throughout California’s Fil- Filipinos in California who can properties are being sold. oper President: Many Trump solved soon, as Trump has ipino communities. be lured by nostalgia to buy a They belong to Jose E.B. Partners Have Ties to Foreign tweeted that he’s leaving his The performances took place back “home.” It makes Antonio, one of the richest men Governments as Work Spans business, with a major an- place. But the dancers’ main immigrant Filipinos a good tar- in the Philippines and prior to Globe” actually put Antonio in nouncement to come. job wasn’t to move to the get for aggressive sales prac- the election of Donald Trump, the lead. “Hence, legal documents music. It was to move Anto- are being crafted which take nio’s real estate, in an aggres- EDITORIALS me completely out of business sive sales push, a violation of (from page 2, UPDATE...) operations. The Presidency is a their visa. far more important task!” “Oh yeah, they try to sell The framers of our Con- framers of the Constitution system. One remedy is to abol- Trump tweeted. me too,” Castro told me, though stitution devised the Electoral intended. But is this accept- ish the Electoral College and We’ll see how he’s going he didn’t buy. “(The dancing) College to entice smaller able in this modern age? implement direct vote. The to do all that. Now what about looks like a smokescreen. They states to join the Republic. Smaller swing states (mean- candidate who receives the Antonio? He’s still the envoy were (here) selling properties in Each state receives one elec- ing states that can go either most popular votes should be on business and trade to the the Philippines.” toral vote equal to the number Democrat or Republican by the victor. This ensures that U.S. for the Philippines. And (continued on page 15) of member-representatives of the margin) in the Midwest, one individual vote counts that state to the U.S. House, Southwest and Florida will only as one vote, and not PHILIPPINE CONSULATE TO CLOSE plus two electoral votes repre- dictate who becomes presi- weighted in, deviously, as FOR HOLIDAyS sentative of the two senators dent. It is conceivable for a some bad political concoction. The Philippine Consulate General in Honolulu will be from each state. While the presidential candidate to win The second remedy two is closed to the public for the upcoming holiday season. The number of U.S. representa- enough electoral votes from to make electoral votes in Consulate will be closed on Monday, December 26, 2016 (continued on page
By Dennis Galolo
ew events during the year elicit a joyful re- sponse in Filipinos as much as Christmas can. The Yuletide Season is the favorite time of the year for many Filipinos who see it as an occa- F sion to get together with friends, reconnect with family members and celebrate the birth of Jesus.
In Hawaii, Christmas dis- Christmas Eve during tree and decorating the house plays can be seen at stores like Acacio’s childhood years was is something that the entire Macy’s or Costco a week or so a festive time. Her parents family does together. before Halloween. But in the would typically wake her up at “For our family, Christmas Philippines, Christmas promo- 11:45 pm in time for the big is a very special time,” Ruffa- tions begin much sooner— celebration. She and her sib- lyn Villanueva says. “We re- sometimes as early as lings would light sparklers and member the birth of Jesus and September—and last all the watch their neighbors set off celebrate it together as a fam- way through the first Sunday fireworks. A few minutes be- ily.” in January, otherwise known fore midnight, the children The Villanuevas typically as Three Kings’ Day. would open their gifts and at attend a midnight mass at St. For Kidapawan City resi- midnight, the family would sit Joseph Church in Waipahu when a student of her mom celebration that Emily, a re- dent Charisse Acacio, the down to enjoy the Noche then return home for the slept over during Simbang cent graduate of Farrington Christmas decorations and dis- Buena, or Christmas Eve Noche Buena meal. Bright and Gabi. The student said her High School, was a part of. plays were up at the shopping meal. For the Acacio family, it early the following morning, mom attended all nine morn- “I’ve always wanted to malls the day after Halloween. was usually barbecue, they are back in church for the ing masses and at the conclu- come to this event but was Kidapawan City is the capital spaghetti and fruits. On Christ- Christmas Day mass, then go sion wished for her sister and scared off by the crowds and of Cotabato Province on Min- mas Day, the Acacios would home to open presents. boyfriend to break up their re- not knowing where to park but danao and located about a attend church and thank God lationship. this year we finally decided to two-hour drive away from for His many blessings during Simbang Gabi “That student’s sister later stop making excuses,” she Davao City. the year. A uniquely Filipino broke up with her boyfriend says. “I’m glad we came be- “People are already saying Thousands of miles away Christmas tradition is Simbang after New Year’s,” Acacio cause we really enjoyed it. I ‘Merry Christmas’ to each on Oahu, the Villanueva fam- Gabi, a series of pre-dawn says. “So their family is claim- think if you live in Hawaii, other at the beginning of the ily of Waipahu put the finish- masses held over nine consec- ing that it’s really true.” you should at least come once ‘ber’ months,” she says. “For ing touches on their Christmas utive mornings starting De- to this event and visit the us, that signals the start of the tree and lights on December cember 16 and culminating on Honolulu City Lights courtyard in Honolulu Hale Christmas season.” 1st. Trimming the Christmas Christmas Eve. The masses Despite rainy weather for and take a look at the Christ- are usually held at 4 am, thus most of Saturday, December 3, mas trees and other displays.” the name “Misa de Gallo,” or 2016, thousands of residents Among the activities was Mass of the Rooster, since the and visitors alike flocked to the announcement of winners rooster crows at the break of Honolulu Hale for the City’s of the 31st Annual Holiday dawn. Tree Topping Ceremony that Wreath Contest. Some 63 Acacio remembers her officially kicked off Hon- wreaths were entered for the parish filled with people on olulu’s Christmas Season and contest which was themed “A the first day of Simbang Gabi. Honolulu City Lights Display. Neighborhood Christmas.” The people are excited with The festive evening was Winners were recognized some arriving as early as 3 am awash with bright lights from for several categories, includ- to reserve their seats. Part of the numerous displays, live ing adult, youth and theme. the reason, she says, is an old music from the civic center The Mayor’s Holly Award for folks’ saying that those who grounds and at dusk, the long the best-in-show wreath was attend all nine morning masses awaited Electric Light Parade presented to Wendy Kamai for can wish for whatever they de- that traveled from Chinatown her wreath entitled “Kaiaulu sire and it will come true. along King Street. The parade Ohana” or “neighborhood “I tried it but it’s hard to included several high school family.” Her wreath of needle- wake up so early,” Acacio marching bands and brightly- felted wool over a wire arma- says. “A lot of people are there decorated vehicles. ture depicts a large flower early on the first morning but Kalihi resident Emily, who with several endemic Hawai- the challenge is whether you only gave her first name, and ian birds. can still get up on day two and her boyfriend were among the The wreaths and other on the succeeding days.” thousands at the event. It was decorations will be on display Acacio recalls a time the first Honolulu City Lights (continued on page 5) deCeMber 17, 2016 HaWaii filiPino CHroniCle 5 COVER STORY
(from page 4, CELEBRATING ...) at Honolulu Hale daily from 8 provide the community a am to 11 pm and will run glimpse of how an authentic through January 1, 2017, in- Christmas is celebrated in the cluding the Christmas and Philippines,” Juan says. New Year’s holidays. Juan’s earliest memory as a child was a family tradition Pasko! sa FilCom in which the youngsters would Another favorite local Fil- embark on a treasure hunt or- ipino Christmas tradition is ganized by “Santa.” They Pasko! sa FilCom which was were guided by clues placed held on Sunday, December 4, throughout the house. Clues 2016 at the Filipino Commu- that were successfully solved nity Center (FilCom) in led to the next of directions. At Waipahu from 3 pm to 7 pm. the very end, the children al- The sights and sounds of a tra- ways found the gifts they ditional Filipino Christmas searched for. filled the FilCom’s hallways “My parents were born in and greeted the attendees. the Philippines and immi- The theme for this year's grated here, so I’m not sure 10th annual Pasko! sa FilCom and several contests involving very well.” Hawaii-Manoa, Leeward where we got the idea from was “Paskong Pinoy: Pinaka- a choral competition, Christ- Rebolido thanked the Community College, Waipahu because it’s a very non-tradi- masaya Kaya Sama Na!” or mas tree tabletop contest, Philippine Cultural Founda- High School and Waipahu In- tional thing to do for a Filipino “Filipino Christmas: the Hap- parol making contest and tion of Hawaii, Philippine termediate. family,” Juan says. “But we piest So Join In!” The celebra- Krismas Karaoke Contest. Nurses Association of Hawaii, FilCom Donnie Juan ex- loved it.” tion drew about 500 attendees, A few years ago, FilCom University of the Philippines ecutive director says it’s im- Memories such as that, the estimates Arceli Rebolido, Fil- officials decided to hold the Alumni Association of Hawaii portant for the Center, as the experts say, make a positive Com’s program director. event on the first Sunday of and many other community gathering place for all Fil- impact in the lives of children Highlights of the 10th an- every December. organizations for pitching in ipinos in Hawaii, to showcase and draw families closer to- nual Pasko! sa FilCom in- “We wanted to be the first their time and resources for Filipino Christmas customs gether during this Holiday c l u d e d c o o k i n g ones to celebrate Pasko,” Re- Pasko! There were also and traditions. Season. After all, that’s what demonstrations, sampling of bolido says. “This year’s event dozens of youth volunteers “For the FilCom Center, Christmas is really truly all Filipino food and delicacies, was a big success and went from the University of we need to take the lead and about. HAWAII-FILIPINO NEWS
Hawaiians Could Get Financial Help exactly the same as in 2016. for quality, affordable health That’s because the 27-year old plans. More than 71 percent of Buying 2017 Health Coverage will, on average, get a $171 current Hawaii Marketplace bout 8.8 million rently pay full price for in- health insurance. tax credit—80 percent higher consumers will find plans for A m e r i c a n s a n d dividual coverage off- The Marketplace’s tax than in 2016. less than $75 per month, and A1 0 , 9 5 8 N a t i v e Marketplace could be credits are designed to keep U.S. Department of Health the vast majority can save by Hawaiians who buy health in- eligible for tax credits if pace with premium increases. & Human Services officials coming back to actively shop s u r a n c e t h r o u g h they purchase a 2017 plan This means that for many con- encourage you to visit Health- instead of waiting to be re-en- HealthCare.gov receive tax through HealthCare.gov sumers already receiving tax Care.gov to browse and shop rolled in their current plan. credits that help make cover- instead. credits, the value of that finan- age more affordable. But • The remaining uninsured: cial assistance will increase about 12 million more Ameri- About 5,000 uninsured this year to keep pace with the cans, including 12,600 Hawai- Hawaiians earn incomes cost of coverage in their area. ians, may also be eligible for indicating they could be el- It also means that more indi- help during this open enroll- igible for financial assis- viduals may qualify for tax ment period, but not know it. tance. Nationwide, 84 credits as premiums rise. This group includes: percent of Marketplace-el- For those eligible for fi- • Current HealthCare.gov igible uninsured Ameri- nancial assistance, the Afford- consumers: 600 Hawaii cans have incomes able Care Act (ACA) specifies consumers who didn’t get suggesting they are tax the share of income the con- tax credits last year could credit eligible. sumer is expected to con- be eligible for tax credits tribute toward health in 2017, even if their in- In Hawaii, 4,726 people coverage. The tax credits come remains the same, have already signed up for make up the difference be- because financial assis- coverage in the first month of tween that amount and the ac- tance moves along with open enrollment, more than tual cost of a consumer’s rates. That’s 24 percent of last year at this time. More benchmark (second-lowest- currently unsubsidized Hawaiians could benefit by cost silver) plan. Hawaii Marketplace con- visiting HealthCare.gov be- For example, in 2017, a sumers. fore the December 15th dead- 27-year old in Hawaii making • Off-Marketplace individ- line for coverage beginning $25,000 per year will pay ual consumers: About January 1st and checking their $117 per month to purchase 7,000 Hawaiians who cur- options for affordable, quality the benchmark plan, almost (from page 5, DONNA ...)
6 HaWaii filiPino CHroniCle deCeMber 17, 2016 COMMENTARY campaign promises to ban dependent on Russia’s oil and The U.S. is among several Muslims from emigrating. natural gas makes Europe vul- countries changing leaders this Global Uncertainty Three executives from nerable and unable to punish year. New Zealand Prime Min- By Sheryll Bonilla from the bank. ABC News re- India—Sagar Chordia, Atul Russia for its invasions of other ister John Key announced his ports that the investigations Chordia and Kalpesh Mehta— countries. Britain’s Guardian surprise resignation. Austria t’s very odd that a should now be turned over to were quoted in Indian newspa- newspaper echoes Slate on the elected anti-establishment can- Republican Con- an independent prosecutor so pers about expanding their unease among European lead- didate Alexander Van der gress that has in- that Trump will not have the partnership with Trump in ers who want to take a stronger Bellen. French Premier Manuel vestigated Hillary ability to influence the investi- India now that he has been stance against Russia but are Valls resigned. Britain's Prime Clinton numerous gations. Imagine the conflict of elected. hindered by the economic and Minister David Cameron re- I times, repeatedly a major lender offering favor- Trump met with British social repercussions of Putin’s signed after the July Brexit fi- on the same issues, without able financing to the presi- politician Nigel Farage and en- energy and financial muscle. asco. Italian Prime Minister finding any wrongdoing, has dent’s businesses if he can couraged him and his col- With Trump about to ally him- Matteo Renzi resigned. suddenly gotten quiet now that make the investigations go leagues to oppose offshore self with Putin and other dicta- CNN reports a “rising actual or potential influence away. wind farms because he believes tors and his promises to get out wave of populism spreading in peddling is going on with Want to influence Ameri- these will mar the pristine view of NATO, Europe is even more Europe.” With the wave of Hillary’s opponent. can policy? Do business with from one of his two Scottish fragile. anti-establishment sentiment Mitch McConnell and Paul the American president. One golf courses. Farage is a lead- The Wall Street Journal re- affecting elections around the Ryan could have had Congress week after the election, at his ing advocate of Brexit. ported that Trump ruffled globe, the world situation is a pass Sen. Ron Wyden’s bill to recently opened Trump Inter- One of Argentina’s most China by acknowledging the big question mark. require Trump to disclose his national Hotel in Washington, influential TV programs re- existence of Taiwan as a sepa- The scary question that tax returns after being nomi- D.C., near the White House, ported that Trump asked its rate country, not simply an- hasn’t been much asked and nated, so that the public could about 100 foreign diplomats president to support Trump’s other region of China (as should have been thought see his financial entangle- gathered to learn about the office tower project in Buenos presidents have done since about seriously is if Trump’s ments, and chose not to do so. president-elect’s business hold- Aires. Trump’s Philippine trade President Nixon established the businesses around the world Presidents’ children and busi- ings around the world, win raf- envoy, Rodrigo Duterte, is also “One China” policy). He tele- are attacked, would he send in ness associates aren’t supposed fle prizes and take home a the developer of his Trump phoned Taiwan President Tsai our military to protect his pri- to attend meetings with heads goody bag of chocolates. Tower in Metro Manila. Ing-wen, a call arranged by for- vate businesses, saying that the of state. Presidents have always Washington Post interviews This is just four weeks mer Sen. Bob Dole, and dis- action was akin to an attack on met with foreign leaders in full with a dozen diplomats said after the election. Where are cussed China and Asia-Pacific an American embassy because of the press. Trump is bucking spending money at the hotel is the Congressmen who prom- stability. it belongs to the president and both customs that are in place an easy way to be friendly with ised that if Hillary was elected, His tweets resulted in com- bears the president’s name? to keep our government on the the new president, giving them they’d investigate everything plaints from China to the White Will our sons be sent to foreign up-and-up. a chance to compliment his re- she did and bring her govern- House, demanding to know soil to defend a businessman’s Deutsche Bank of Ger- sorts when meeting with him. ment to a standstill? Or does what Trump’s foreign policy private property all because many is Trump’s largest lender, While campaigning, ethics not apply if Trump was is—‘We don’t know’ was the that businessman happens to be loaning him more than $300 Trump registered eight compa- elected? White House’s honest re- an elected official with the million, comprising about 25 nies in Saudi Arabia, according Slate reported “Russia is sponse. power to do so? percent of his loans. The Jus- to The Washington Post. He Europe’s Gas Station…And tice Department has two long- campaigned that America that’s why you won’t see Euro- HAWAII-FILIPINO NEWS running investigations on shouldn’t depend on Saudi oil. pean leaders calling for action Deutsche Bank. One relates to Now he says he won’t object to against Putin.” After the crash Rail Plan Gets Extension predatory lending practices that selling nuclear weapons to the of Malaysia Airlines Flight 317 he Federal Transit Ad- ing costs but was informed by led to the 2008 mortgage crisis Saudis and pledged to protect and Putin’s invasions into other ministration (FTA) has the FTA that doing so would and the other is on the bank’s their kingdom, according to the nation’s territories, Europeans extended the deadline risk $1.5 billion in federal alleged illegal funneling of International Business Times. are in an awkward position. T for the City to submit its in- funding if not completed to Ala money out of Russia. The Jus- Trump’s hard stance They want to punish Putin for terim plan for the fixed rail Moana Center as agreed to tice Department has demanded against Muslims was a strong Russia’s actions, but Russia’s project until April 30, 2017. under the Full Funding Grant settlement for the mortgage point of his campaign. The investments make it difficult to The Honolulu Authority for Agreement (FFGA). fraud case, but Trump’s busi- president of Turkey, a 99.8 per- impose economic sanctions. Rapid Transportation (HART) City officials will request ness interests could be affected cent Muslim country, de- Boycotting Russia’s cash had requested an extension the 2017 State Legislature if the bank complies. manded that Trump’s name be inflow, imports and other in- until July 30, 2017. when it convenes next month Trump has in the past removed from his property in vestments would damage the “HART thanks the FTA for to extend the general excise tax sought lower repayment terms Istanbul. Trump dropped his European economy. Being so its consideration for granting (GET) surcharge. The City an extension into next year, Council at its December 1st which will now allow us more meeting adopted Resolution time to continue our work on 16-248 which reaffirms its sup- the recovery plan and to work port to extend the GET in order to with the necessary stake- to complete the route to Ala holders and partners to secure Moana. the additional funding neces- The Council is also looking sary to build the full 20 mile, into all possible funding 21 station rail transit system sources to reduce the cost of originally planned for Hon- the remaining rail construction. olulu,” says HART spokesper- Solutions include public-pri- son Bill Brennan. vate partnerships or seeking an Earlier this year, the City adjustment to the State’s fee of considered ending the rail proj- 10 percent to administer the 0.5 ect at Middle Street due to ris- percent rail surcharge. deCeMber 17, 2016 HaWaii filiPino CHroniCle 7 WHAT’S UP ATTORNEY? Clinton Recount Petition Barred By Waiver and Estoppel; Stein’s is a Stein Recount Petition is a that but for certain specified ir- Fishing Expedition fidhing expedition regularities in the election, the By Atty. Emmanuel Jill Stein filed a petition for outcome would have been dif- Samonte Tipon sively defined as a voluntary duct has induced another to act recount with the Wisconsin ferent in that such candidate illary Clinton and intentional relinquishment, in a particular manner will not Elections Commission alleging would have won. conceded the surrender, or abandonment of a be permitted to adopt an in- that there was “foreign interfer- There may be a recount in election when known existing legal right, ad- consistent position, attitude, or ence in the presidential race” a contested election “in which she called me vantage, benefit, or privilege, course of conduct and thereby and that the significant increase errors and irregularities might just prior to which except for such waiver, cause loss or injury to such in the number of absentee bal- affect the outcome of the elec- “H the victory the party would have enjoyed.” other.” Corpus Juris Secun- lots in Wisconsin “could be at- tion.” 29 Corpus Juris Secun- speech and after the results Corpus Juris Secundum, Estop- dum, Estoppel and Waiver § 1. tributed to a breach of the dum, Elections § 518. were in. Nothing will change,” pel and Waiver § 85. It is like By conceding, Clinton in- state’s electronic voter data- “A party has no right to de- tweeted President-Elect Don- pleading guilty in a criminal duced Trump “to act in a par- base.” mand a recount as a mere fish- ald Trump on November 27, proceeding where the accused ticular manner,” that is, to act https://www.dropbox.com/s ing expedition and denouncing Clinton’s joining waives his/her right to a trial. as if he had won the election. /9q5o4e3lj8uszu1/The%20Gua considerations of public policy the recount petition in Wiscon- The accused cannot later Clinton “will not be permitted rdian%20%E2%80%93%20% should influence the court to be sin initiated by Green Party change the plea if it was made to adopt an inconsistent posi- E2%80%93%20Jill%20Stein cautious before ordering a re- presidential nominee Jill Stein. knowingly, voluntarily, and in- tion, attitude, or course of con- %20Wisconsin%20Re- count.” 29 Corpus Juris Secun- In her concession speech Clin- telligently. Clinton conceded duct and thereby cause loss or count%20Petition.pdf?dl=0 dum, Elections § 513. ton told supporters that they the election knowingly, volun- injury” to Trump and to our However, Wisconsin offi- “A petition for a recount should “accept the results and tarily, and intelligently. country. cials said that their voting ma- should state sufficient facts to look to the future.” “Donald “Estoppel is a bar which Clinton said during the de- chines are not connected to the justify a right to the relief Trump is going to be our pres- precludes a person from deny- bate, after Trump indicated he internet, thus they cannot be sought, such as fraud or mis- ident. We owe him an open ing the truth of a fact which might not accept the result of hacked. It is thus clear that take, a claim that such recount mind and the chance to lead.” has in contemplation of law the elections if it was rigged, Stein’s recount petition is will change the result of the By conceding the election, become settled by the acts and that “That is not the way frivolous and is a fishing expe- election, or a prima facie show- Clinton is barred by the princi- proceedings of judicial or leg- democracy works. . . We’ve ac- dition. ing of election irregularity suf- ples of waiver and estoppel islative officers, or by the act cepted outcomes when we may In Wisconsin, Donald ficient to cast doubt on the from joining the petition for re- of the party seeking to inter- not have liked them.” Clinton’s Trump received 1,409,467 or results announced.” 29 Corpus count of Stein. pose the denial, either by con- campaign general counsel Marc 47.9% of the votes, Hillary Clin- Juris Secundum, Elections § “The rules governing ventional writing or by Erik Elias admitted that they ton received 1,382,210 or 46.9%, 522. waiver and estoppel have been express or implied representa- “had not uncovered any action- and Jill Stein received 30,980 or “Before a recount may be invoked to bar election contests tions. In short, estoppel results able evidence of hacking or out- 1.1% . http://www.wisconsin- ordered, the contestant must al- or to preclude the assertion of from something which the law side attempts to alter the voting vote.org/election-results lege and prove some factual particular claims on review of treats as so conclusive an ad- technology” How, in the name of basis or cause for their belief the actions of an electoral mission that it cannot be con- https://medium.com/@marceel- Bathala, can Stein overcome that an error in counting has oc- board.” 29 Corpus Juris Secun- troverted by the party making ias/listening-and-responding-to- that result? A candidate chal- curred. . . A court will not, on dum, Elections § 443. it, and implies that the one calls-for-an-audit-and-recount-2 lenging the result of an election the mere suspicion and demand “A waiver is comprehen- who by his or her deed or con- a904717ea39#.tn0p4w1tp must prove, or at least allege, (continued on page 10) HAWAII-FILIPINO NEWS neighborhood Board Candidate representatives to serve on the Filing Period Opens 33 neighborhood boards. he General Election Customer Services Public In- The mission of the Neigh- was held just a few formation Center at the Mis- borhood Board system is to in- Tweeks ago, but the City sion Memorial Building, at 550 crease and ensure effective is preparing for another elec- South King Street. citizen participation in the de- tion for seats on various neigh- Candidates must be Oahu cisions of government. Neigh- borhood boards across Oahu. residents who will be at least borhood boards are the only December 1, 2016 was the 18 years of age by the applica- government–sponsored civic first day candidates could file tion deadline of February 17, engagement system in the state. to run for their respective 2017. Mailed forms must be While they are advisory, board neighborhood boards. Appli- postmarked by the deadline activities may include study cants can do so by going online date and received by February and review of capital improve- to: www2.honolulu.gov/nbe or 24, 2017. ment projects and zoning con- submit a registration form Voting begins on April 28, cerns. They may also conduct which is available at the Neigh- 2017 and ends on May 17, educational programs on gov- borhood Commission Office 2017. Elected board members ernmental decision making (NCO) at Kapalama Hale, 925 serve a two year term starting processes and establish com- Dillingham Boulevard, Suite on July 1, 2017. Voters will munity goals, objectives, and 160 and the Department of elect 437 neighborhood board priorities. 8 HaWaii filiPino CHroniCle deCeMber 17, 2016 TRAVEL & TOURISM Vitalis Villas: symphony It is heartwarming to note that at least 90 percent of the in blue and white staff are talents from neighbor- By Edu Jarque ing barangays and municipali- ties. Distinguished leaders in the hospitality, accommodation ANILA, Philip- and restaurant trade, together pines - Her fa- with food and beverage expats ther had a vision and domestic chefs from other of creating properties of the hotel chain, wonders on a passionately mentor their ap- M prentices to someday reign rocky hill in Barangay Sabangan in Ilocos over various departments of Sur. When he went on an ex- hotels and resorts – kitchens in- tended holiday in Santorini, cluded – with their impeccable Greece, he fell in love with the skills and service. area – and it all fell into place. The Vitalis Villas manage- Fortunately for Dad, Kris- ment likewise provides a whole tine Singson-Meehan had a ca- package of scholarships – plus reer change of heart, shifting ample allowances and subsi- from accounting to arts and ar- dized accommodation, trans- chitecture, and pursued further portation, food and other needs studies at Les Roches Interna- – to 50 deserving students tional School of Hotel Manage- Santorini in Ilocos Sur: Luxury resort Vitalis Villas is perched on a bluff looking out over the every six months at the Candon South China Sea. ment, in the Alpine village of City Culinary Academy, under Bluche, Switzerland. There, site inspections to make certain tures of Daniel de la Cruz. 20 more suites and rooms as the auspices of the Center of she met Anthony Meehan, who everything was according to its The property is perched well as a bakery, for Filipinos Culinary Arts in Manila, where would become her partner in meticulous plan,” shares Kris- atop steep cliffs overlooking appreciate this staple in their they undergo training to even- life. tine. “And yet, we had to make the sea and the picturesque daily diet all the more. tually access gainful employ- This prepared her to take quick decisions, adjustments Santiago Cove. The signature As for Phase Four, “there ment within the conglomerate. up her role as president and and modifications along the cave-houses, with white and are on-going discussions that The dreamy seaside sanc- CEO of ArtStream Hospitality way just so we could leave na- blue rooms in distinctive Cy- have yet to be finalized, but I tuary will soon be a prime wed- Management Group Inc., as ture as intact as possible. This cladic architectural style, and assure you it will be more than ding destination, with the they now operate the Hotel was all in honor of the dream narrow cobbled streets and exciting!” Kristine teases. Capilla de la Inmaculada Con- Rembrandt in Quezon City, Le of my father.” winding paths give the vibe of Though an ideal go-to spot cepcion available for milestone Monet within Camp John Hay Situated some 360 kilome- a different country, and yet is for rest and relaxation, that’s celebrations. The Stations of in Baguio, Hotel Luna in the ters from Manila, the resort enveloped with the history, cul- not all it offers. A quick shuttle the Cross, with Filipinized at- heritage city of Vigan and the was named after Macario Vi- ture, traditions and natural ride away lies Vitalis White tire and adornments, by Guy Staylite in Candon City. talis, a Filipino painter born in warmth of the Filipino. Sands, a nearby sister property Custodio – bought years ago And with much research, the buri palm capital of San According to Kristine, which boasts of a white-sand from Dr. Joven Cuanang, art discussions with friends and as- Juan, Ilocos Sur in 1898 who, there are four different phases private hideaway and a water- patron of the Pinto Gallery – fi- sociates, Kristine – inspired by as a teenager, sailed across the in the build up of the complex. sports center. nally found its place here, and the patriarch – together with en- seas to chase his dreams, and Phase One features 23 two- Aquatic vehicles such as now adorn the walls. A painting gineer Eduard Yu, laboriously eventually settled down in Brit- bedroom suites, five of which kayaks, banana boats, jet skis, of The Last Supper will likely sculpted multi-level mountains tany, France, where he devoted have their own jacuzzis; two pedal boats and paddle boats catch your attention; do look and worked around unmovable his entire life to the arts. one-bedroom spaces; 20 supe- may be used to surf the waters, for St. John the Beloved. boulders to build Vitalis Villas, It is not surprising, then, rior deluxe rooms and three in- while holidaymakers enjoy Before leaving, I made a an immaculate white – with that Vitalis Villas is a prime finity pools. I stayed in one of popular group competitions stopover at the three touches of cobalt and navy blue artists’ colony, with the obra the two-bedroom suites, with such as Saturn Ball, where par- pasalubong shops. The first one – haven, which recently wel- maestras of Vitalis himself, Na- an extensive and impressive ticipants need to balance on a could be likened to a Vitalis comed its first guests. tional Artists BenCab and Ab- array of appliances and ameni- huge floating ringed ball, and emporium, where mugs, shirts, “We respected the sur- dulmari Asia Imao, ties. And the space, the glorious the floating volleyball court, tote bags make good mementos rounding natural environment Spain-based Guy Custodio, space, was appreciated, as I sat with a huge ball which needs to or as gifts. The second is a con- when we constructed the com- Elmer Borongan, Rene Robles, back in my veranda, overlook- be handled by the team in uni- venience store, while the final plex. We continuously held on- Fred Baldemor and the sculp- ing a spectacular panorama. son. outlet was like a market that Phase Two installed the so- For the young, an inflatable carried Ilocano items such as cial and recreational facilities, see-saw and an iceberg are tablea, balikutcha, vinegar, such as the Ionic column-lined found by the shores, ready to local tea, oils and herbs, even Parthenon Grand Ballroom and provide countless hours of fun chicharon. the stone-themed Petra Restau- under the sun. A short saunter With buckets full of mem- rant. These are located at the leads to a mini petting and ories and bags full of goodies, top area, which allows a vista feeding zoo, with camels and we whispered goodbye to the of the majestic sunrise with California zebras, as well as breathtaking vista of Vitalis morning coffee or the splendid sheep, goats and Shetland Villas, but not without witness- sunset with cocktails. ponies, with more friendly ing the lovely seaside sunset Phase Three will introduce creatures to be added. one more time. (www.philstar.com) deCeMber 17, 2016 HaWaii filiPino CHroniCle 9 10 HaWaii filiPino CHroniCle deCeMber 17, 2016 BOOK REVIEW The Battle of Ising By Rose Churma Vallejo, Marie Silva. The Battle of Ising: The Untold Story of the 130th Regiment in the Liberation of Mindanao and the Philippines 1942 - 1945. Revised Edition. Quezon City, Philippines. New Day Publishers, 2015. Softcover. 339 pp. his publication started out battle in Mindanao. as a journey for the author Saturnino Silva moved to California to know more about her fa- via Vancouver, Canada in 1929 and first ther, Lt. Col. Saturnino R. worked in California's vegetable fields. Silva, who By the 1940s he worked at T led the Battle San Francisco State Col- of Ising in Mindanao. Al- lege while earning his though the Mindanao guer- Economics degree. He rilla movement was joined the US Army as a considered the best organ- private in April 1941, and ized of the guerrilla organi- became the first genera- zations in the Philippines, tion of Filipinos with not much is known or has American citizenship due been written about this to the mass naturalization chapter of WWII. of over 2000 Filipino men The book is a compila- in 1943. Silva joined the tion of events, sources and 1st Filipino Battalion and experiences on Mindanao and the Battle was one of 500 men sent to Australia to of Ising found in libraries and collections, undergo rigorous training in radio and including personal interviews of those jungle warfare before being sent behind who participated in the war. Documents enemy lines in Mindanao. Silva as- written decades ago found in US archives sumed command of the 130th Infantry provided much of the information. These Regiment of 1,500 men in Davao and led documents were guerrilla notes, old gov- the Battle of Ising which hastened the ernment forms or anything written that liberation of Mindanao without Ameri- could be read that could shed light on the can ground support. For those interested in acquiring a copy of the book, please email Rose Churma at
WHAT’S UP ATTORNEY? (from page 7, CLINTON....) of a contestant or elector and without any Trump since he won the popular vote] extrinsic evidence tending to impeach the will meet on December 19, 2016 to cast regularity or integrity of the official count their votes for President. Trump has now and canvass, order a recount of the bal- 306 electoral votes including Wisconsin’s lots. The court will require a contestant 10. Even if one deducts Wisconsin’s 10, to show in advance some evidence of Trump will still have 296 electoral votes. fraud or misconduct reasonably calcu- 270 electoral votes are needed to win. lated to overcome the prima facie pre- Trump will win even without Wisconsin. sumption of the regularity and correctness of official action. 29 Corpus atty. tiPon has a Master of Laws degree Juris Secundum, Elections § 364. from Yale Law School where he specialized in Constitutional Law. He has also a Bachelor of The Wisconsin Statutes at § 9.01 Laws degree from the University of the Philip- contain a detailed procedure for a re- pines. He placed third in the Philippine Bar Ex- count. It requires notice to all candidates amination in 1956. His current practice focuses when a petition for recount is made. Pres- on immigration law and criminal defense. He writes law books for the world’s largest law book ident-elect Trump has an opportunity to publishing company and writes legal articles for challenge the petition by alleging that it newspapers. He has a radio show in Honolulu, is frivolous and a fishing expedition, that Hawaii with his son Noel, senior partner of the a recount will not affect the outcome of Bilecki & Tipon law firm, where they discuss the election, and that there is no evidence legal and political issues. Office: American Sav- ings Bank Tower, 1001 Bishop Street, Suite 2305, of fraud or misconduct to overcome the Honolulu, Hawaii, U.S.A. 96813. Tel. (808) 225- prima facie presumption of the regularity 2645. E-Mail: [email protected]. Website: and correctness of official action declar- www.bileckilawgroup.com. He was born in ing him the winner. The party who loses Laoag City, Philippines. He served as a U.S. Im- in the recount may appeal to the circuit migration Officer. He is co-author with former Judge Artemio S. Tipon of the best-seller “Win- court and if still dissatisfied to the court ning by Knowing Your Election Laws” and co- of appeals. Although there is a December author of “Immigration Law Service, 1st ed.,” 13, 2016 deadline for completion of the an 8-volume practice guide for immigration of- recount, it is doubtful that the recount can ficers and lawyers. Atty. Tipon has personally ex- be completed by then, especially if there perienced the entire immigration cycle by entering the United States on a non-immigrant is an appeal. The electors that have al- working visa to write law books, adjusting his ready been certified by the several states status to that of a lawful permanent resident, and [in Wisconsin as of now they are for becoming a naturalized United States citizen deCeMber 17, 2016 HaWaii filiPino CHroniCle 11 PERSONAL REFLECTIONS THE MELODIES OF CHRISTMAS: Missing Christmas in Pinas by Seneca Moraleda-Puguan araw ay magiging Pasko America or Europe, I pray that m Dreaming of a to their 'ninongs' and 'ninangs' Buena to prepare for. Only Fil- lagi!...” our hearts will always choose White Christ- carrying their piggy banks and ipinos stay up late to celebrate Truly, love is what makes to sing… mas…” red stockings. Aunts and uncles and wait until midnight to wel- the Christmas season meaning- are busy preparing gifts for come the birth of Christ. No ful. Whether here in South “Give love on Christmas I used to sing their nieces and nephews. caroling, no videoke until wee Korea or in the Philippines, Day!” I’ this song when I Moms and dads are consumed hours of the morning, no was younger, dreaming of what about thinking of what's the grandiose celebrations. After ADVERTISE NOW AND SEE HOW it feels to have a white Christ- menu for Noche Buena. Christmas Day, it’s back to THE FACE OF BUSINESS IS CHANGING! mas. Living in a tropical coun- Oh, Christmas in the business and life as usual. It’s No matter how small your ad, try where the possibility of a Philippines...festive, fun, truly no big deal. it gets our readers attention! white Christmas is zero, I wonderful! In South Korea, Buddhism thought it would just remain a But now all I can do is is still widely practiced though CALL 678-8930 OR GO TO OUR WEBSITE @ dream. Living in South Korea dream and imagine. All I can a large population practice www.thefilipinochronicle.com for three years now and having do is wish and remember mem- Christianity. But unlike the stayed in the United Kingdom ories of Christmas back home. Philippines, which is a predom- for a couple of years, the dream When I was younger, we inantly Christian nation, of experiencing a white Christ- would gather as a family on Christmas in South Korea is mas where the treetops glisten Christmas Eve over ‘Noche not that grandly celebrated. and children listen to hear Buena’. My grandparents, I yearn to spend the holi- sleigh bells in the snow has aunts and uncles, cousins and days with relatives and friends. been fulfilled. It’s an experi- every member of the family I really miss the joyful, loud, ence like no other. But now I’m would share a meal together. festive and long Christmas cel- dreaming of something differ- We would exchange gifts and ebration back home. Christmas ent. I’m singing a different line up to receive our envelope is definitely more fun in the tune. filled with crispy five peso bills Philippines. from our grandfather. We "Pasko na sinta ko, hanap would stay up all night as we “Let’s sing Merry Christ- hanap kita…” share stories, laugh, have mas and a Happy Holidays, games, and sing karaoke to- this season may we never for- Growing up in country gether. And the next day, we get the love we have for where Christmas carols are al- would go to other relatives, eat Jesus…” ready being played as early as and celebrate all day or even September and Christmas trees week long. It was indeed the Christmas may not be as are displayed until February, I most wonderful time of the fun, festive and splendid here couldn't help but compare the year. in South Korea or even in other celebration that we Filipinos Things changed when I countries as compared to the have during, what they say, the grew older. All of us lived sep- Philippines, but I am reminded most wonderful time of the arate lives. Many have gone that this season is neither about year. abroad. We have raised fami- the extravagant gifts we receive I can hear the voices of lies of our own. But the spirit nor the glitzy decorations that some young boys and girls car- of Christmas lived on. We have embellish our homes. Christ- oling, hoping to receive a little gained new friends and our mas is not about how loud cash. Wreaths are hung, trees family has grown bigger. Christmas songs are played or are decorated and lit, nostalgic We’ve had more parties to at- how many parties we go to. Christmas songs are being tend, more gifts to give and re- Wherever we are in the world, played all day long. Christmas ceive, more reasons to the essence of Christmas is is indeed in the air. Even the celebrate. love. It is remembering the cool breeze tells me that the But Christmas abroad is love of God by sending His one most wonderful time of the different. The silence is deafen- and only Son, Jesus Christ that year is here. ing. The gloomy winter we may be saved. Whether we Everyone is busy shopping weather can be lonely. The choose to celebrate this season and preparing gifts for friends Christmas season has become with simplicity or lavishly, and loved ones. Everyone is ordinary and just another holi- silently or joyfully, what mat- excited to attend one party to day in the calendar. ters is that we love just as we another - one with colleagues, Here in South Korea, are loved, we give just as we one with 'barkada', another though Christmas songs are are given. with college batchmates, with played in malls, there are big churchmates, with the whole Christmas trees along the “Sa maybahay, ang aming clan and with every relation- streets and shopping sale bati, “Merry Christmas! Na ship one can think of. everywhere, there are not many mal’walhati”. Ang pag-ibig, Children are excited to go parties to go to and no Noche ‘pag siyang naghari, araw- 12 HaWaii filiPino CHroniCle deCeMber 17, 2016 FOOD & LEISURE Holiday menu for a healthy heart many doctors resign because of stress, Chua discloses. By Deni Rose M. Afinidad-Bernardo To control stress, he rec- ommends putting herbs into ANILA, Eczema, rashes or diabetes can one’s meal. Philippines - come with heart health prob- According to him, to have While malls lems due to diet. a healthy heart does not mean buzz with Besides serving pro-heart one should remove meat from C h r i s t m a s food in your Christmas table, it one’s diet and become a full- M blown vegetarian. It would be countdowns, also pays to avoid vices, says hospitals are down with body Chua. Smoking, in particular, sufficient, he says, to just add a count. can cause cramps in the mus- cup of vegetables, or about five “As we approach Christ- cles, which include your heart. leaves of veggies, in your every mas, people die left and right “Walking is the best ther- meal every day. because heart attack and stroke apy for heart health,” he de- Magnesium go up from November to Janu- clares. “The gym is not always Magnesium helps nerves ary,” warns functional medi- the best option. It’s hard to and muscles function, as well cine physician Stan Chua. maintain because it entails fees Besides serving pro-heart food in your Christmas table, it also pays as keep the heart rhythm When it comes to heart or a contract.” to avoid vices. Philstar.com/file photo steady. Magnesium, however, health, he says genetics play a Thirty minutes of walking To alleviate stress or de- used in excess, Chua warns. is the first nutrient to go down small part. “But because you every day can be simple, he pression, Chua advises increas- “Omega 3 is a blood thin- when you are stressed, Chua and your family live in the says, but it can change every- ing your endorphins or happy ner, which has twice the effect says. same house, you have the same thing, including your stress, hormones by eating more when combined with aspirin,” Thus, the doctor prescribes diet and environment, so you blood sugar and cholesterol chocolates or taking cheese he attests. “Olive oil is good, replenishing yourself with may have the same outcome,” levels. It is also the least expen- with wine. Make sure your but up to a certain extent. It is magnesium from breads, whole he explains. sive exercise with the least risk chocolates are sugar-free! Chua rich in Omega 9, which could grains, seeds, nuts, green leafy “Our genes are still the for injury. reminds that fat-free products become a blood thinner and vegetables, beans, potatoes, ba- same with Moses, except for If you are bored with just are also usually high in sugar. lead to a higher cholesterol, just nanas, kiwi, avocados, prawns, one to two types, but people walking, the doctor suggests like Omega 3.” broccoli, and chocolate. then didn’t die of heart disease. downloading exercise apps. Omega 3 and 6 fatty acids Olive oil, he says, spoils at Genes are not our destiny, ex- As for those too busy to Essential fatty acids 120 degree-Celsius. Frying, Vitamin B cept if you have a chromoso- workout, he says: “What fits (EFAs), such as Omega 3 and which usually escalates to up to According to Chua, B Vi- mal disease,” he adds. your busy schedule more, exer- 6, can be found in fish like 180 degree-Celsius, kills all tamins are essential for energy According to him, the cising for an hour a day or salmon, sardines, trout, mack- Omegas in the food and trans- production because “if you run number one best-selling drug being dead for 24 hours a erel, tuna and cod; as well as in form these into trans fat. out of it, you lose energy. You in the world is for cholesterol. day?” plants such as almonds, wheat When cooking, coconut cannot use fats and sugar as en- That drug alone, he says, earns To prevent cardiovascular germ, pecans, pumpkin seeds, oil, he says, is one of the safer ergy for exercise.” about US$ 60 billion a year, disease, Chua recommends not peanuts and sunflower seeds. ones, as it has a high heat toler- Vitamin B12, naturally which could be equivalent to to avoid food, but to pick the Natural oils rich in EFAs in- ance of 190 degree-Celsius found in fish, poultry, red meat, the Philippines’ annual budget. right ones. Since Christmas is clude evening primrose, bor- boiling point. He also vouches milk, eggs, and cheese, helps in He says, it is sad that peo- full of colors, start with a col- age, flax seed and krill. for sesame oil and chili oil as making red blood cells and in ple spend so much on heart orful plate containing the fol- EFAs promote hormonal they are “wonderful together.” proper nerve cell function. medications when they can lowing heart-friendly menu. balance and strong immune Should one would go on a Meanwhile, Folate or Vita- save a lot more by using diet as system. They aid in nerve func- diet, he recommends the Pale- min B9 from dried beans, therapy since they eat every Chocolates, cheese and wine tion and cardiac health by reg- olithic or Paleo diet, not be- green leafy vegetables, day, anyway. Based on his re- May it be anger or excite- ulating blood pressure. While cause it is all about proteins, legumes, citrus fruits, aspara- search, heart attacks usually ment, extreme emotions could these are good for the heart, but since it requires a balance gus, poultry, and fortified happen after lunch or dinner. stress the heart out. they could also be harmful if between the Omegas, particu- breads, cereals, and noodles, larly, Omega 3 and 6. helps keep brain and cardiovas- He also points out that or- cular systems healthy. ganic meat has a higher Omega Together, Vitamin B 12 3 than 6, while farm or red and Folic Acid are important meat has higher 6 than 3. So, to for hormonal balance, espe- achieve a balanced Omega 3 cially if one is menstruating or and 6, the key is to take a mix trying to get pregnant, says of both red and organic meat. Chua. Though organic meat is generally good, he says he is Vitamin D, niacin and CoQ10 not a hundred percent for it as Found in fish oils, egg it still has all the bacteria that yolks, and fortified food like can trigger allergy. milk, Vitamin D modulates neuro-muscular and immune Herbs system functions. In spite of the high pay, (continued on page 14) deCeMber 17, 2016 HaWaii filiPino CHroniCle 13 LEGAL NOTES
lief from removal. An individ- What You Need to Know About ual hearing is scheduled if the case will be heard on the mer- cases the ICE may simply its. Deportation mail the NTA to the alien’s The alien may be repre- last addresses and it would be sented by an attorney at the rity rather than expending proceedings. It is therefore im- considered valid service. master and individual hear- funding on individuals portant for them to know what If served with an NTA, the ings. However, unless pro- By Reuben S. Seguritan charged with minor crimes to do when facing deportation. alien is strongly advised to vided pro bono services by a like traffic violations. An increase in sweeps or consult an immigration lawyer volunteer attorney or by a resident-elect Don- Back in 2011, the govern- workplace raids may occur in because being placed under non-profit organization, any ald Trump has soft- ment deported a record-high the coming months. removal proceedings is a seri- legal representation will be at ened his stance on of 396,906 individuals, 90% Contrary to popular belief, ous matter. An immigration the alien’s own cost because immigration. Dur- of those removed were crimi- unless subject to expedited re- lawyer can tell him whether there is no right to govern- ing his campaign, nals and repeat immigration moval an alien is generally en- proceedings can be terminated ment-appointed counsel in im- P he vowed to deport law offenders. Fast forward to because of a problem with the titled to court proceedings migration cases. all the 11 million undocu- fiscal year 2015 and total de- before being removed. Removal NTA on its face or in the way The alien must keep the im- mented immigrants. In a re- portations declined to proceedings typically start with that it was served. The lawyer migration court updated of any cent interview however, he 235,415, according to a report the service of a notice to appear can analyze the facts of the change of address and must at- said that he would prioritize dated December 22, 2015 (NTA) upon the alien. case, explain what options tend his hearings. If he fails to the removal of the 2 to 3 mil- from the Department of The NTA specifies, among may be available, and if the notify the court of an address lion with criminal records. Homeland Security (DHS). As other things, the alleged immi- alien would be eligible for a change, and because he did not Focusing on undocu- of July 2016, ICE has com- gration violation, the charge relief from removal. Reliefs receive correspondence he fails mented immigrants with crim- pleted 168,781 deportations, a against the alien and the spe- include voluntary departure, to attend a hearing, the proceed- inal records has also been the slight decline from the same cific provision/s of the law al- asylum, adjustment of status ings may continue and may re- thrust of outgoing president point in 2015. leged to have been violated, and cancellation of removal. sult in the alien being ordered Barack Obama. In 2015, Sec- While this trend and and the time and place of the The alien must attend the removed in absentia. retary of Homeland Security Trump’s latest pronounce- hearing. An NTA may be scheduled master hearing, Pres. Rody Duterte Jeh Johnson said that the focus ments may ease the worries of served in person or by mail. which is a preliminary hearing reuben s. seguritan has of the agency’s limited re- some people, it must be noted As non-citizens are required to where the charges are read and been practicing law for over 30 sources was in combating that those who are without years. For further information, you notify the USCIS of any the alien is asked to admit or may call him at (212) 695 5281 or threats to national security, lawful immigration status may change of address within 10 contest the allegations and log on to his website at www.segu- public safety and border secu- still be placed under removal days of the change, in many whether he intends to seek re- ritan.com PHILIPPINE NEWS
As ASEAn Chair, Philippines Expected mental preservation of mar- acceptable and counterproduc- itime areas that are important tive," the CSIS director added. to Put South China Sea on Table to most ASEAN members and During the ASEAN Summit relevant beyond the South in Laos last September, Presi- by Patricia Lourdes Viray program director at the Center Meanwhile, the role of the China Sea," she added. dent Rodrigo Duterte called on Friday, Dec. 9, 2016 for Strategic and International ASEAN on the South China "It's in the interest of all his fellow leaders to craft a ANILA, Philip- Studies (CSIS), said on Thurs- Sea issue is to provide rhetori- ASEAN member states that framework for a code of con- pines — As the day at the Pilipinas Conference cal support for the maritime China be convinced that bully- duct for claimants in the South MPhilippines assumes organized by Stratbase Albert rights of its member states who ing its smaller neighbors is un- China Sea. (www.philstar.com) chairmanship of the Associa- del Rosario Institute. are also claimants. tion of Southeast Asian Nations Vietnam, however, is re- "ASEAN itself would not (ASEAN) in 2017, the country assessing its options given that take a position on sovereignty is expected to take the lead role Manila has been silent on the disputes but it can and it in keeping the South China Sea issue for the part months, should defend freedom of nav- issue on the table. Searight said. igation and overflight and the Amy Searight, a Southeast The Philippines is also ex- right of claimant states to fully Asia expert at a top Washing- pected to take the lead in build- administer their territorial sov- ton think tank, said the Philip- ing support in the region for the ereignties and [exclusive eco- pines is the key to keeping the Permanent Court of Arbitra- nomic zones]," Searight said. South China Sea agenda for tion's ruling on the disputed Searight lamented that the ASEAN discussion. waters. ASEAN is not united enough The Philippines and Viet- Searight noted that the ar- to press China to negotiate bi- nam, which is also a South bitral tribunal's ruling goes way laterally and multilaterally China Sea claimant state, are beyond the claims of the with other claimant states. expected to be most vocal on Philippines although it is only "It might be worthwhile to the issue. binding on Beijing and Manila. work on a code of conduct "Other ASEAN members, "It has a potential to clarify with China regarding the dis- especially the non-claimants, to a valid extent some sea dis- puted sea but this should not will not step into the lead if putes in a useful way but it be the sole focus of the they don't see the Philippines would be nothing but a dead ASEAN," Searight said. out in the front and Vietnam letter if the Philippines will not "ASEAN should explore should not be expected to carry stand by it," the CSIS director creative policy on issues like this burden alone," Searight, a said. illegal fishing and environ- 14 HaWaii filiPino CHroniCle deCeMber 17, 2016 PHILIPPINE LANGUAGE Marambakan Ti Panagsapata Dagiti Opisyales Ti Candonians of Hawaii Galarce; Corresponding Sec atda a naynay. Susan Abad; Treasurer An- Mangited ti CANDO- Asideg Manen Ti Nagasat DAYASADAS gelita Dela Pena; Asst Treas NIANS ti SCHOLARSHIP Nga Aldaw By Pacita Saludes John Guilambo. para kadagiti colleges iti Can- Ti mamagsapat kadakuada don. They will be recognizing Naingasatan unay ti bulan ti Disyembre arongbo a sele- (Installing Officer) ket ni Con- yearly graduates kadagiti high Panagsagsaganan ti amin, sagsagut ken kablaaw brasion ti sul General Gina Jamorallin iti school ken college. Dakkel Isagsagana a di maliklikan no umadanit’ Paskua maaramid inton Phillipine Consulate. Dagitoy dayta a dur-asan ti pagillian Sumodi ken lumangto ti lagip ditoy ken sadiay Disiembre 3, manen ti mangitungpal kadag- kangrunaanna kadagiti agtutubo Samiweng nasasam-it a kankanta ti Paskua mangngegan 2016, 6:00- iti nakabuklan ti organisasion. (agad-adal) iti siudad ti Candon. n 11:00 pm a Adun dagiti naitulongda iti Kadaytoy met la a rabi ti Nadumaduma a maris silaw ti maaramat aglawlaw maikadua a ilida a Candon kangrunaanna a panangselebrar ti CANDO- Anniniwan daydi beggak naidumat raniag daras a panagtaken ni Presi- tamingenda dagiti pagadalan. NIANS ti Paskua (Christmas Nangipakdaar idadateng Berbo a Mannakabalin dente Helen Grace V. Go iti (They will be donating 2 stand- celebration). Iyawis ti Cando- Nangsalbar basbasol ti lubong nakiro a taeng CANDONIANS OF HAWAII. up electric fans each for 32 el- nians of Hawaii ti itatabuno- Tattao naparagsak ket biagdat nataltalingenngen Dagiti opisyales: Pres Helen ementary schools in Candon tayo amin a kailokanuan tapno Grace V. Go; 1st Vice Pres Fe- City iti umay a tawen 2017). masaksian ken maam-ammo- Tallo nga Ari ti nangtonton selnag daydi bituen lipe M. Pacquing II; 2nd Vice Ikkanda ti 32 a pagadalan idiay tayo amin dagiti mannaki- Nangngegan met kankanta dagiti angheles Pres Reynaldo Custodio; Candon tapno comportable gayyem nga opisyales ken tubo Ti Mesias nayanaken, dimtengen ti rabaw ti daga dagiti agad-adal ken nasalun- Recording Sec Encarnita daytoy nga ili. CONGRATU- Dagiti tallo nga ari nagrukbabda, nagruknoyda LATIONS TO ALL THE OF- Dagiti sagutda iti naiyanak a namarsua FICERS led by Mrs. Grace Go. Kasta met a ditay liplipatan Tumarnaw dinto pulos maumag dagiti nagasat a darikmat ti Christmas Celebration nga Naragsak a panawen naisangrat a panagsisinnagut iyawis ti FILCOM CENTER. Panagsisinninged, panagpipinnateg babaen sagsagut FILCOM ti kakaisuna a patakder ni Filipino a pagti- Lagip idadateng ti pannakaiyanak ti dinto malipat tipunan amin a FILIPINO iti Ni Ninio Jesus a nangispal sangalubongan. uray ania nga ikasion. Awagan FOOD & LEISURE (from page 9, HOLIDAY....) ni Aracelli Ribolledo ta amoen- tayo dagiti maar-aramid ken Niacin or Vitamin B3, on and the digestive process. aramid idiay. Telepeno 808- the other hand, is important for These are common in yogurt, 686-0451. nerve function. Its sources in- cheese, milk, sour cream, cot- clude fish, poultry, red meat, tage cheese, brine-cured olives peanuts and fortified hot or and fermented cabbage or kim- cold cereals. chi. Chua says Vitamin D, Chua specifically pre- Niacin, and CoQ10 is the best scribes probiotics to those un- combination for heart health. able to regularly include fiber Unfortunately, there is not in their diet. Fiber helps with enough of these nutrients found muscle and nervous system in food, so you need to get function. these from the sun and through “You want living, not dead, food supplements. bacteria,” he says, so keep your Vitamin C probiotics chilled to make sure Over-the-counter vitamins the good bacteria live. have very low concentrations, The probiotics and prebi- according to Chua. For Vitamin otics (the food that sustains C, however, only 10 grams a probiotics) in the milk brand day is the safe dosage, he Nido 3+ Protectus helps Zion stresses. protected from within and with Vitamin C is needed for a strong immunity against dis- healthy blood vessels, iron ab- eases, says Zion’s mom, actress sorption, and brain function. Sarah Lahbati. Kiwi, red berries, tomatoes, red “I’m more secured in let- and green capsicums, spinach, ting him explore. 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That surely doesn’t ease the ap- President Duterte has not re- But this is a case of stinky pearance of conflict between Trump and Anto- Human Trafficking? sponded. I attempted to reach both fish—it goes to the head. That nio, his tower builder in the Philippines. But it may also be a case of Antonio and Quiroz but have yet to would be Jose E.B. Antonio, who human trafficking, says Maria Eliz- hear back. While Antonio is the remains a special envoy to the U.S. eMil guillerMo is an award-winning journalist abeth Embry, a Northern California head of Century Properties in the and a big F.O.T. and commentator who writes from Northern Califor- nia. He recently won the 2015 Dr. Suzanne Ahn Award anti-human trafficking advocate. Philippines, Quiroz does appear to Maybe he’s the reason Trump for Civil Rights and Social Justice from the Asian She said the visitors’ visas arranged be a licensed real estate agent in has recently warmed to Duterte American Journalists Association California. deCeMber 17, 2016