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President Benigno S. Aquino III, accompanied by Public Works and Highways Secretary Rogelio Singson, views the photo exhibit on DPWH infrastructure projects after gracing the 115thAnniversary of the Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) at the DPWH Quadrangle, Central Office in Bonifacio Drive Port Area, Manila City on Thursday (June 20, 2013)(MNS photo)

MANILA, July 25, 2013 (AFP) – Moody’s Investors Service signaled Thursday it was likely to elevate the Philippine government’s debt rating to investment-grade, citing the former basket-case nation’s robust economic growth and political stability. Two other major credit rating agencies, Standard and Poor’s and Fitch, have already upgraded Philippine government securities to investment-grade earlier this year. “Moody’s Investors Service has placed the Ba1 foreign and local currency long-term issuer and bond ratings of the Government of the Philippines on review for upgrade,” the US ratings agency said in a statement. The next-highest rating on its scale is “Baa3”, considered the

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Hundreds protest China’s ‘bullying’ of PHL MANILA, July 24, 2013 (AFP) – Hundreds of Philippine activists on Wednesday accused China of “gunboat diplomacy”, demonstrating at a noisy Manila protest against the Asian giant’s moves to stake its claims in the South China Sea. Riot police cordoned off the entrance to an office building housing the Chinese consulate as an estimated one thousand demonstrators took Beijing to task for “bullying” the Philippines. The protest, which ended peacefully two hours later, came amid festering tensions between the two neighbors over Scarborough Shoal, a Philippineclaimed outcrop seized by China after a two-month naval stand-off last year. “Our simple message for China today is to

stop your intrusions, and stop your bullying of other claimant countries,” Risa Hontiveros, a former member of parliament and one of the protest leaders, told AFP. The demonstrators, who included politicians, former military officers and church officials, accused China in a statement handed out at the protest of implementing “gunboat diplomacy in the region”. They put up a portable stage on the street, snarling traffic as they sang patriotic songs, blew horns, danced and hoisted anti-Chinese slogans. China claims nearly all of the strategically vital South China Sea, even waters close to the shores of its smaller neighbors. Apart from Scarborough, the Philippines has See BULLYING, page 12

$315-M U.S. aid to save PHL forests MANILA, July 25, 2013 (AFP) – The United States will help preserve the Philippines’ rapidly vanishing tropical rainforests under an $31.8-million debt-to-aid conversion signed in Manila on Thursday, the two governments said. Payments on debt owed by the Philippines to the US Agency for International Development will be redirected to starting a tropical forest conservation fund, a joint statement said. See U.S. AID, page 12

Cutting-up China’s Bogus Claim: Filipino American WWII veteran Celestino Almeda, 96, cuts out the South China’s Sea 200-mile exclusive economic zone from the map of the West Philippine Sea and Vietnam Sea under the United Nation’s Convention of Laws of the Seas during a protest in front of the Washington DC China’s Embassy, July 24, 2013. Photo: Eric Lachica

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A monkey lurks amongst the tree branches before escaping back to the forest in the mountains of Subic. Philippine macaques are abundant in the Philippines, but continued denudation has ravaged much of the country’s forest cover. A multi-million dollar aid has just been approved by the U.S. to arrest the destruction of forests in the country. Photo: Rhony Laigo

MANILA, July 24 (Mabuhay) – Why is Danny Lim resigning from the Bureau of Customs? Simply put, there are too many “powerful forces” that are affecting his mandate to capture smugglers and institute reforms in the bureau. “Alam ninyo sa bureau, talagang napakaraming mga pwersa. Powerful forces na sumasawsaw diyan at nakikialam. Ang sabi ko kay [Executive Secretary Jojo] Ochoa, if you can give me an agency kahit na maliit lang basta ako yung may control, I will deliver,” Lim, Customs Deputy Commissioner for Intelligence, said. Lim tendered his resignation to President Benigno Aquino III on Tuesday, a day after the President scored corrupt Customs officials for allowing the entry of illegal drugs and firearms into the country. In his resignation letter, Lim, a former brigadier general who fought against the Arroyo administration, said he is resigning because See POWERFUL FORCES, page 12

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Six dead in Cagayan de Oro blast MANILA, July 27, 2013 (AFP) – Six people were killed and more than two dozen wounded when a bomb exploded at a restaurant in the southern Philippines, police and local officials said Saturday. Police said the improvised explosive device went off around midnight (1600 GMT Friday) at a popular restaurant in the southern port city of Cagayan de Oro. The motive for the blast was not immediately clear, Cagayan de Oro police chief Graciano Mijares said. “We will have to wait for the results of the investigation,” he added. Cagayan de Oro is located on the main southern island of Mindanao, which has been blighted by a decades-old rebellion by elements of the large Muslim minority in the mainly Catholic Asian nation. Local businessman Noel Arcenas, who owns an electronics shop at the shopping complex where the restaurant

is located, said at least 100 people were inside the popular establishment when the explosion occurred. “I felt then heard the blast,” said Arcenas, who added he was standing about 15 meters (49 feet) away. “I looked around and saw this ball of white smoke. People were running away bloodied and survivors were dragging at least seven or eight people away from the blast site.” The powerful explosion broke glass panels, upturned tables and chairs, and damaged cars parked up to 30 metres away, reporters at the scene said. The six dead included local politician Roldan Lagbas, a member of the provincial executive board of Misamis Oriental province, police said. Twenty-eight people were wounded, many of them representatives of pharmaceutical companies who were having a party at the restaurant, police added.

PDEA destroys P965-M worth illegal drugs MANILA, July 25 (Mabuhay) – The Philippine Drug Enforcement Agency Thursday destroyed over 700 grams of different illegal drugs worth P964.94 million. Undersecretary Arturo G. Cacdac, Jr., PDEA Director General, said the agency destroyed 722,446.5 grams (722.4 kilograms) of assorted pieces of drug evidence composed of methamphetamine hydrochloride, or shabu, cocaine, ephedrine, pseudoephedrine, marijuana, ecstasy, valium, expired medicines, and 4,300 milliliters (4.3 liters) of liquid dangerous drugs. “Based on the record and consolidated report of the PDEA Laboratory Service, these considerable volume of dangerous drugs and expired medicines were properly turned-over and endorsed with corresponding documentation to PDEA by other law enforcement agencies like the National Bureau of Investigation, PDEA Regional Offices, and various Regional Trial Courts ready for destruction,” said Cacdac.

He added that the destruction was held at the Clean Leaf International Corporation at 397 M. H. Del Pilar St., Barangay Maysilo, Malabon City.Cacdac said the thermal decomposition is the process by which various compounds are broken down into single units by the application of heat wherein reconstruction of the substances is impossible. “In today’s activity, we are informing the public and inculcating in the minds of the Filipino people that the dangerous drugs seized by authorities are not being reused, recycled or sold back in the streets”, Cacdac added. “These illegal drugs and substances are no longer needed as evidence in court,” PDEA chief added. The destruction of the dangerous drugs complies with the guidelines set on the custody and disposition of seized dangerous drugs required in Section 21, Article II of Republic Act 9165, or the Comprehensive Dangerous Drugs Act of 2002, and DDB Regulation No. 1, series of 2002. (MNS)

Cagayan de Oro Mayor Oscar Moreno told ABS-CBN television network that at least two of the wounded were in critical condition. “Doctors have been attending to them and we hope their situation will stabilise soon,” Moreno told the station. Asked who he thought was responsible for the attack, he said: “It’s hard to speculate at this time.” Muslim groups including the Moro Islamic Liberation Front (MILF) have waged a guerrilla war for a separate Islamic state in Mindanao since the 1970s, a conflict that has claimed an estimated 150,000 lives. President Benigno Aquino’s government and the MILF signed a preliminary deal in October last year outlining the broad terms for a peace treaty that is expected to be signed before he ends his six-year term in 2016. This is the second agreement that the government has had to forge with a Muslim insurgent group since the 70s.

Senate bill seeks to scrap ‘useless’ cedulas MANILA, July 24 (Mabuhay) – A bill was filed in the Senate on Wednesday seeking to stop the use of community tax certificates, commonly known as “cedulas.” In filing Senate Bill 1082, Sen. Francis Escudero proposed the scrapping of “cedulas” since there are “more competent” proofs of identification available to the public such as passports and drivers’ licenses. “The cedula now proves to be an unnecessary burden imposed on our people who are required to present it when doing public transactions. It was deemed useless by our forebears during the colonial times, it is more so today,” Escudero said in a statement. The measure seeks to repeal provisions of Republic Act No. 7160, the Local Government Code of 1991, which authorizes local government units to impose residence tax. The “cedula” currently serves as proof that a resident paid community tax. Escudero said these Spanish-era documents only serve as “a relic of our colonial past.” “The cedula is a thing of the past that should already be buried for its obsolescence,” he said. Last April, Internal Revenue chief Kim Henares also proposed the scrapping of “cedulas,” saying the government spends on printing and distributing these documents but gains no earnings in return. (MNS)

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Before entering Subic Bay, a PN ship will head out to sea to escort the Filipino frigate for the traditional meeting point tradition. Fabic declined to reveal the exact location where this ceremony will take place for security reasons. He added Alcaraz, upon commissioning in the second week of October, will be deployed to help other PN ships in protecting the countryâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s exclusive economic zone. Fabic declined to give specifics, citing operational security. He added the ship will be dry-docked in Subic Bay where its white paint will be painted traditional haze gray. â&#x20AC;&#x153;The morale of the PN is very high with the arrival of the BRP Ramon Alcaraz as (it) will greatly boost the capabilities of our fleet,â&#x20AC;? Fabic stressed. (MNS)

Bill filed to allow foreign vessels greater flexibility in PHL waters MANILA, July 24 (Mabuhay) â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Rep. Rufus Rodriguez of the second district of Cagayan de Oro on Wednesday filed a bill that will remove restrictions on foreign vessels entering the country. â&#x20AC;&#x153;[Should it be passed,] this bill will bring goods here. It will remove all limitations, and will allow foreign vessels to travel port by port,â&#x20AC;? Rodriguez said. House Bill 1789, or â&#x20AC;&#x153;An Act Allowing Foreign Vessels to Engage in Coastwise Trade in the Country and for other purposes,â&#x20AC;? otherwise known as the â&#x20AC;&#x153;Coastwise Trade Act of 2013,â&#x20AC;? repeals the Cabotage law. In his State of the Nation Address, President Benigno Aquino III also mentioned that he wants to see Congress amend the law. The Cabotage Law prohibits foreign vessels from serving domestic shipment routes, but Aquino said amendments will increase competition and strengthen industries. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Mapapalakas po nito ang kompetisyon,â&#x20AC;? he said. Rodriguez explained that with the passage of the Coastwise Trade Act of 2013, foreign vessels will be allowed more flexibility in Philippine waters, thereby ending the practice of foreign ships of using other

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LGUs surrounding Subic Freeport to receive P74.5-million from SBMA MANILA, July 25 (Mabuhay) â&#x20AC;&#x201C; The Subic Bay Metropolitan Authority (SBMA) yesterday said it will remit to surrounding local government units (LGUs) P74.5 million, representing their share in the agencyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s revenues. In a statement, SBMA chairman and administrator Roberto Garcia said the total amount includes P67.2-million for the first six months of this year, plus P7.3-million, which pertains to the 10 percent of the first-half 2011 revenues withheld from the LGUs. Garcia said the funds set for release are intended to supplement health, education, peace and order, and livelihood generation projects of LGUs surrounding the Subic Bay Freeport. â&#x20AC;&#x153;The SBMA is continuing with its task of attracting more investments. The more investments we generate, the more revenue share we can collect from corporate taxes. And these will be forwarded to neighboring communities of the Subic Bay Freeport,â&#x20AC;? Garcia said.

According to the SBMA, the recipients and their respective shares are as follows: Olongapo City, P18.12 million; Subic, Zambales, P11.05 million; Dinalupihan, Bataan, P9.35 million; San Marcelino, Zambales, P9.02 million; Hermosa, Bataan, P7.6 million; San Antonio, Zambales, P6.57 million; Morong, Bataan, P6.44 million; and Castillejos, Zambales, P6.36 million. The LGUsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; share is derived from their five-percent in corporate taxes paid by Subic Bay Freeport-registered businesses. LGUs get two percent of the total taxes collected, with the remaining three percent remitted to the national government. SBMA started releasing the revenue share of LGUs after it implemented a new tax collection scheme in August 2010. The LGU share is determined according to population (50 percent), land area (50 percent), and equal sharing (25 percent). (MNS)

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The fund would provide grants to conserve, maintain and restore still substantial forest lands in five regions of the archipelago. â&#x20AC;&#x153;In addition to helping to preserve the Philippinesâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; extraordinary terrestrial biodiversity, the fund will contribute to international climate change mitigation efforts,â&#x20AC;? the statement said. US-based environment group Conservation International lists the Philippines as one of 17 â&#x20AC;&#x153;mega-diversityâ&#x20AC;? countries that together have more than two-thirds of earthâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s plant and animal species. However the Philippines is also considered a biodiversity hotspot due to rapid harvesting or conversion of its forests to farms or other uses. The Philippine government says the country lost half its forest cover over the past 100 years, and is down to 7.6 million hectares (18.78 million acres).

also protested the presence of Chinese navy vessels near Philippine-held Second Thomas Shoal in the Spratly Islands. The islands have been a source of regional tension for decades, with China and Vietnam fighting battles in 1974 and 1988 for control of some outcrops in which dozens of Vietnamese soldiers died. Japan has also recently expressed concerns over Chinaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s actions in the South China Sea. Wednesdayâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s protest in Manila was

launched exactly a year after Beijing created a new administrative region in a Chinese-held island in the Paracels to oversee areas of the South China Sea that it claims. At the demonstration, former interior secretary Rafael Alunan said Filipinos would not back down despite the Philippinesâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; weak armed forces. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We have a long history of resistance and China is best forewarned,â&#x20AC;? he told his fellow demonstrators.

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he is â&#x20AC;&#x153;privy to the truths that ring outâ&#x20AC;? in Aquinoâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s State of the Nation Address. He told radio dzMM that he asked Ochoa at least 6 times to transfer him to a different agency because of the difficulties he is facing in his work. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Unang-una, talagang hindi naman sa nag-gi-give up tayo or hindi natin kaya pero mahirap talaga magtrabaho lalonglalo na kung hindi mo kontrolado yung sitwasyon,â&#x20AC;? he said. Lim said powerful forces would sometimes intervene even before the Customs bureau can make a move. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Example, meron tayong gagawin, meron tayong i-a -alert, meron tayong huhulihin. Kaaalis mo pa lang andami nang tumatawag, nakikiusap, nag rerequest. Yung mga ganyan...so hindi nakakatulong,â&#x20AC;? he said. He said that some of the requests involve the entry of contraband goods. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Nahihirapan ako sa ganyan,â&#x20AC;? he said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Hindi sa hindi maaaring pagbigyan pero alam ninyo, puro napipilitan tayo na

kung minsan nagbabalancing act ka diyan e. Kung minsan pag hindi mo pagbibigyan, maaaring sasama ang loob. Magtatampo,â&#x20AC;? he added. Even worse, he said nasty rumors are being spread against him to cover up the wrongdoing in the bureau. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Ngayon, dahil may mga tinatamaan, kung minsan iniiba na yung kwento lumalabas, na ikinakalat. Baligtad na. Ikaw na yung may kalokohan. Ganyan sa bureau,â&#x20AC;? he said. Lim refused to name the â&#x20AC;&#x153;powerful forcesâ&#x20AC;? that influence the bureau. He said that in the case of a smuggled rice shipment in Cebu, the bureau is still investigating alleged links between the smugglers and Customs officials. He also said his health has deteriorated after joining Customs and that he is now taking maintenance medication for his blood pressure. Lim said that despite the problems, he and Commissioner Ruffy Biazon have accomplished much to clean up the bureau. He said he is still waiting for MalacaĂąangâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s response to his resignation letter.

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MANILA, July 25 (Mabuhay) -- President Benigno Aquino III managed to get passing grades on issues ranging from managing the economy to poverty reduction, based on the latest Pulse Asia survey. Those grades were barely unchanged compared to when he took office in 2010. “On a scale of 0 to 100, with 75 as the passing grade, President Aquino’s average or mean grades range from 75 (or “barely passing”) on poverty reduction to 80 (or “good”) on the management of the economy and delivery of basic services to Filipinos in need. On the other hand, the President scores a median grade of 80 on all 11 issues on which he is performance-rated in this survey,” Pulse Asia said. On management of economy, he got a mean or average grade of 80 and a median grade of 80. In terms of strengthening political institutions such as the electoral system, he got a mean grade of 79 and a median grade of 80. On the issue of increasing peace in the country, he got a mean grade of 79 and a median age of 80. On ensuring delivery of basic services, he separately got mean and median grades of 80. On enforcing the law on both influential and ordinary people, Aquino got 78 mean and 80 median. On reducing poverty, Aquino got a barely passing average score of 75. His median grade was at 80. On strengthening relations with other countries, he got 79 mean and 80 median. On fighting graft and corruption, he got 79 mean and 80 median. On fighting criminality on the other hand, Aquino managed an average of 78 and a median grade of 80. In terms of fighting for the environment, he got an average of 78 and a median of 80. In controlling fast population growth, he got an average of 77 and a median grade of 80. The survey fieldwork was done between June 20 to July 4, during which happened several issues such as the continuing tension between the country and China and Taiwan, the sex for flight scandal, the resignation of key government officials such as PAGASA administrator Nathaniel Servando, the delay in the peace process with the MILF, the death of a drug mule in China, the crash of the stock market after a record-making performance, etc.(MNS)

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(Part I) In our growing years, our parents have helped us go through life’s challenges. As they age, it is our turn to return the favor and apply the 70-40 rule. This rule occurs when your parents reach the age of 70 or older, while you are in your 40’s or older. Though it seems difficult to start a conversation with your parents about aging, it is better discussed earlier when they’re still in good health, rather than later when crisis occurs. Subject of conversations such as aging, needing help or planning to move to a retirement community or assisted living is sometimes left unsaid, as some of our parents might be in denial about their aging process and they might not have planned for their future. There are times when crisis hit and you become guilty of not having addressed the subject earlier. The emotional stress can be avoided when crisis arise. As adult children, we have to realize that currently, our parents live longer, but now they live with impairments which you are unable to recognize. Starting a shared conversation on sensitive topics such as planning for their future or asking them for their opinion on how they wish to live the rest of their lives would

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to resolve everything at once.” With this approach, you have the time “to build slowly and your discussions will center on the area of their life and health without panic or pressure.” In order to achieve a series of respectful conversations, you have to allow “a lot of time and patience.” It is particularly important that you create a “safe space” when you start these conversations. Holidays at the dinner table are usually not the right time to discuss sensitive issues with elderly parents. In order to create a “safe space,” you can probably invite them to a neutral site such as a quiet restaurant or their house, where you can invite family or friends whom they feel comfortable with. Finally, during your series of conversations, make sure you “ask open-ended questions, listen and encourage your parents to share their feelings.” The method of starting these conversations with your parents is a respectful way of “honoring them where they can maintain their dignity” and they can look forward to a smooth transition in their aging process. (To be continued next issue - Part II: Recognizing your parents’ need for elderly care and other options)

In Rio slum, pope defends poor and slams corruption BY GÉRARD AZIAKOU

RIO DE JANEIRO, July 25, 2013 (AFP) – Pope Francis waded into Brazil’s ramshackle slums and onto the front line of its fierce national battle over poverty and corruption on Thursday, borne along by adoring crowds. The Argentine pontiff urged young Brazilians not to be discouraged in their fight against exploitation and appealed for greater social inclusion during a visit to a Rio shantytown. And, on the fourth day of his visit to Brazil, he was confronted with starkly contrasting images of life in the dramatic tropical metropolis. To the obvious discomfort of his security detail, the pope traveled to Rio’s northern slums in an open-sided vehicle, before walking the streets, glad-handing crowds and kissing proffered babies. He then headed towards the opulence of its iconic beachfront area, where he was to be welcomed by hundreds of thousands of Catholic youths. “Dear young friends, you have a particular sensitivity towards injustice, but you are often disappointed by facts that speak of corruption on the part of people who put their own interests before the common good,” he said. “To you and to all, I repeat: never yield to discouragement, do not lose trust, do not allow your hope to be extinguished. Situations can change, people can change,” he told thousands gathered under pelting rain on a soccer field in the Varginha slum. Brazil was rocked by huge street protests last month, when more than a million people took to the streets to condemn corruption, poor public services and the cost of hosting the 2014 World Cup. The 1,000-resident Varginha slum is one of a dozen favelas where police have evicted drug gangs and restored security ahead of next year’s World Cup and the 2016 Olympic Games. The pope, referring to the police drive to restore security in the city’s violence-wracked favelas, said “pacification” was not in itself enough to combat poverty. “No amount of pacification will be able to last, nor will harmony and happiness be attained in a society that ignores, pushes to the margins or excludes a part of itself,” he said. “A society of that kind simply impoverishes itself, it loses something essential. Let us always

remember this: only when we are able to share do we become truly rich; everything that is shared is multiplied,” he added. The pope was greeted to the worn-down slum with banners, flags and two two-meter (six-foot) statues representing the pontiff and the venerated Black Virgin of Aparecida. Protected by a watchful security team, he walked through the streets, stopping to chat with delighted residents and accepting a flower lei around his neck. And the first Latin American pope entered the humble house of a seven-member family. “This is going to change my life for the better,” said 59-year-old Carmen Mendoca shortly before the pontiff dropped in. “I am waiting for him with cake and coffee.” He then went on to bless the altar of the tiny, 62-seat Sao Jeromino Emiliani church. “I would have liked to knock on every door, to say good morning, to ask for a glass of water, to take a coffee, but not cachaca,” he told the crowd, referring to the favored local liquor. Its residents are divided roughly equally between Catholics and Evangelical protestants. Vatican officials have made no secret of the fact that the pope’s first trip abroad since his election aims to re-energize his flock, at a time when Evangelical churches are gaining strength in Brazil. In the morning, the pope met with athletes, received the keys to the city and blessed the Olympic flag at the mayor’s official mansion. He then addressed thousands of fellow Argentines in Rio’s modernistic, cone-shaped Cathedral. Later, Pope Francis was to be officially welcomed by mammoth crowds of young Catholics attending World Youth Day on famous Copacabana beach. On Tuesday night, more than 500,000 wellwishers flooded the beach for a mass led by Rio Archbishop Orani Tempesta, amid scenes of chaos as the city’s transportation system was overwhelmed. That came a day after crowds of pilgrims were able to stop the pope’s convoy and reach their hands inside his car’s open window, after the driver made a wrong turn as he made his way into Rio from the airport. Rio Mayor Eduardo Paes said steps were being taken to avoid a repeat of such “deplorable incidents.”

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and Cosmetics Center founded by Dr Tess in 2004, along with M Beauty by Dr. Tess clinics in Southern California. On August 18, Patricia Javier will be personally performing Hydrafacial treatments to lucky patients at the M Beauty by Dr. Tess clinic in Glendale. Since this is a limited engagement, spots are going fast. Call (818) 244-5705 for an appointment. San Diego residents may call (858) 689-4990 to book their appointment with Patricia Javier. As a bonus, Patricia will pose for photos with clients after their Hydrafacial. Patricia said she is “very excited” to meet clients, take care of their skin, and share her beauty secrets. It doesn’t get better than this. Dr Tess is a world expert in Hydrafacial technology having educated physicians on this technology. She collaborates with Edge Corporation, makers of Hydrafacial to help develop educational and marketing opportunities which makes M Beauty the leaders and experts in Hydrafacial. Dr. Tess points out, “Hydrafacial is more effective and gentle compared to traditional microdermabrasion. It’s perfect for those with acne, dark spots, dull and sensitive skin and can be used on the face and body. You will get exfoliation, extraction, light chemical peel and infusion of products all in one!” And the bonus is that until July 31, Hydrafacials at any M Beauty by Dr Tess is $1200 for a package of 12! Dr Tess wants to make the treatments affordable so she can share the gift of beauty to everyone not just her celebrity clients. Dr. Tess gives credit to Patricia for being an effective spokesperson for continuing improvements in her career and in taking care of her body by undergoing Dr Tess’ Mommy Makeover using Tickle Lipo. “Patricia inspires women to be fabulous at any age! With today’s technology we can always get our sexy back!” Dr. Tess said. Patricia tried out Dr. Tess’ Mommy Makeover treatment and loved her result – she has inspired the TV audiences who watched her talk about the experience and show off her new youthful figure despite having two kids. Hydrafacial and Mommy Makeover are just two of several hi-tech non-invasive treatments innovated or popularized by Dr Tess in her acclaimed practice. Dr Tess remains on the cutting edge of innovation in her field. She has also successfully combined stem cell technology into her Lifeline skin treatment that yields medical-grade results. “We are utilizing our expertise and most advanced technologies not yet available to most practices and customizing our treatment to fit the needs of each patient and provide the best results,” she said. “We provide so much more than what spas and nondermatologists can offer. That is why M Beauty is truly the one-stop shop for beauty, skin care and body shaping and we are making treatments affordable to fit everyone’s budget. Why go anywhere else?” Dr. Tess has also partnered with International Stem Cell Corporation, a respected U.S. biotech company, to introduce Lifeline human stem cell skin care – literally, stem cell in a bottle. Lifeline, named by Prevention Magazine as one of the best anti-aging skin creams, can renew, regenerate and repair old skin and make new skin cells. Save 15 percent when you order Lifeline from www.lifelineskincare.com Coupon code: DRTESSBMN Free samples of the Lifeline Night Recovery Serum are available at www.mbeautyclinic.com. Visit M Beauty Clinics in Glendale, San Diego, Del Mar or National City. For an appointment, call (866) 717-9844. Visit www.mbeautyclinic.com to learn more.

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Chung-dam ParkJun’s Hair Perm Trend ‘Anion Volume Nude Perm’ is back again On this Independence Day, I went to Solvang for HAIR 2days. Taking 101 freeways, passing by Camarillo and Ventura, and Santa Barbara, my destination Solvang has SOLUTIONS given me some sort of peace. Solvang fit perfectly fine during the hot days of summer with cool morning and dinner. I could at least get away from crazy hotness for even 2 short days. As I entered Solvang, I was very impressed by all the cows around the entrance. Around 5 to 6 cows were gathering around a small well, drinking water, I thought it was even more wonderful than just a scene of typical drama. Such playful and peaceful scenes of cows gave me so BY ALICE SHIN much peace and relaxation. I wondered that peaceful atmosphere of cows is the ones people should admire than celebrities’ lives. I suppose it is also a good idea to try close beach or close farm to spend this hot summer with your family. It will be so fun and relaxing to get away from the city and find your happiness, how is that? Can’t wait to get away to search the beauty of August! Under strong sun light during summer, usually many customers of ours prefer simple hair which they can easily style. The hotter it gets, whether they leave for beach or home, they seem to want easy-to-style simple hair, and even when it comes to parties or events, they want simple-yet-sexy hair. So… Let me introduce Anion Volume Nude Perm which became a huge trend 10 years ago which came back AGAIN! First: people with thin hair are just perfect for this perm. Second: it is both gorgeous for short or long hair with sexy curls. Third: this is way better than regular perm’s chemicals and made especially for each customer’s different hair condition. So think of it has customized chemicals. Anion Volume Nude perm is also great for people with damaged hair and it’s better if you do Collagen Hair Repair before the perm for healthier curls. If you want your curls to be natural yet sexy, please call us right now to consult with your hair. Only this August and September we give 20~30% discount for Anion Volume Nude Perm. We always wish you to have a lot of laughs and happiness in your family. Park Jun’s Beauty Salon can be reached at 818-757-0675/0680.

Good sleep gives you younger-looking skin (Relaxnews) – Want better, younger looking skin? Get better sleep, a new study finds. In a small study at University Hospitals Case Medical Center in Cleveland, Ohio, poor sleepers were found “to show increased signs of skin aging and slower recovery from a variety of environmental stressors,” such as ultraviolet radiation, the researchers said. The study, presented at the International Investigative Dermatology Meeting in Edinburgh, Scotland, was commissioned by Estée Lauder. “While chronic sleep deprivation has been linked to medical problems such as obesity, diabetes, cancer and immune deficiency, its effects on skin function have previously been unknown,” said head researcher Dr. Elma Baron. The study involved 60 women between the ages of 30 and 49, with half of participants falling into the poor quality sleep category. The classification was made on the basis of average duration of sleep and the Pittsburgh Sleep Quality Index, a standard questionnaire-based assessment of sleep quality. Poor quality sleepers showed increased signs of intrinsic skin aging including fine lines, uneven pigmentation and slackening of skin and reduced elasticity. The researchers found that good quality sleepers recovered more efficiently from stressors to the skin, such as sunburns. Self perception of attractiveness was also significantly better among subjects who slept well compared to those who didn’t. If you think you fall in the poor sleeper category, WebMD and the Mayo Clinic offer the following tips to boost your zzzs: Stick to a regular sleep schedule, even on weekends. Eat well, and avoid caffeine in the evenings or overeating before bedtime. Also try sleep accessories, such as a white noise machine or ear plugs, to block out distractions. Exercise during the day, which can aid sleep, and try to clear your mind from too much clutter before bedtime by writing in a journal beforehand, for example. Though you may think chronic sleep deprivation is just stress-related, it could also be caused by an underlying medical problem like sleep apnea, so it’s a good idea to talk to your doctor.

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referring to Martin’s hit fantasy series “Juan dela Cruz,” where he battles aswangs. But Quinto has obviously moved on since she admitted to be currently dating a non-showbiz guy. “Lumalabas pero hindi naman po lagi kasi medyo busy ang tao at may trabaho siya sa bangko,” Quinto said. “Ayaw ko namang isipin na kapag napanood sa TV baka ang family ay ma-turn off naman.” Quinto said the guy is a former schoolmate. “Schoolmate ko siya noong elementary ako sa Dominican school. Parang nagkaroon kami ulit ng communication sa Facebook po, Angeline Quinto and Coco Martin tapos kapag wala akong ginagawa minsan ‘Star Power’ parang kapag dating sa nag-aaya siyang lumabas. Okay naman. magdo-dyowa sa showbiz parang wala Pero ayaw ko namang masyadong ma- namang nagtatagal. Feeling ko kung ako daliin,” she said. ang magkakaroon ng dyowa sa showbiz Quinto explained it’s her decision not parang di din magtatagal,” to have a boyfriend from show business. Currently, Quinto is gearing up for her “Kasi kahit hindi pa ako nanalo sa third album under Star Records. (MNS)

Kim Chiu to critics: Say what you want Actress Kim Chiu maintained that she does not owe anyone an explanation following several rumors about her relationship with her family, especially her late mother.

Chiu said she is used to the rumors, citing her experience as a reality show contestant. The actress is the first winner of “Pinoy Big Brother: Teen Edition,” which was aired on ABS-CBN channel 2.

g naman sa “Okay lang ami silang akin [na marami si I’m a sinasabi] kasi e. But I public figure. came from a realey ity show so they know where I came from. Siguro ‘yung footage na shinare ko, that’s enough for them to k n o w, ” s h e Kim Chiu said. “You can say whatever you want to say. Ako ito eh. I don’t care about their opinion as long as I’m happy, I’m blessed, I’m thankful and I’m contented,” she added. Asked if this strong attitude is what going through a lot of ordeals has done to her, she said: “Siguro. Life goes on. You can learn from your experiences. Doon lang naman umiikot iyon eh, sa tama or mali. You just have to accept kung anong nangyayari sa buhay mo.” Kim thanks Xian Meanwhile, Chiu said she is thankful to have actor Xian Lim always by her side even through the most difficult times. Just recently, Chiu threw a surprise birthday party for the actor as her way of thanking him for everything he has done. “Siguro it’s my way of saying thank you sa lahat ng efforts niya. Kasi sa lahat ng binigay niyang gifts, effort, time, wala akong binabalik sa kanya. Nakakahiya, ang kapal ng face ko. Maalaga siya. And funny siya,” she said. While they have been persistently linked to each other, Chiu maintained that there is nothing romantic going on between them – at least for now. “Masaya lang ako kapag nandiyan si Xian, kapag kasama mo siya, tatawa ka lang nang tatawa. Sobra akong nagpapasalamat. I’m happy, grateful and contented sa kung anong meron ako ngayon,” she said.

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WASHINGTON – In response to yesterday’s House Subcommittee on Immigration and Border Security hearing entitled “Addressing the Immigration Status of Illegal Immigrants Brought to the United States as Children,” Asian Americans Advancing Justice releases the following statement: Asian Americans Advancing Justice (Advancing Justice) rejects proposals offered by Congress that would limit a pathway to citizenship only to undocumented youth, leaving out millions of other immigrants who have come to the U.S. in search of new opportunities for their families. Anything less than a comprehensive solution that includes a swift and fair path to citizenship for all of the estimated 11 million undocumented individuals in the U.S. is not enough. Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders (AAPI) have much at stake in pushing for fair and inclusive immigration reform for the entire undocumented population. An estimated 1.3 million AAPIs are undocumented and 10 percent of undocumented youth are AAPIs.

Limiting the path to citizenship to undocumented youth perpetuates the failures of our curren timmigration system and will continue to tear apart families and communities. Undocumented youth often reside in mixed-status families, where parents and siblings may be undocumented, have green cards, or be citizens. Approximately 5.5 million children in the United States, including 4.5 million U.S.born citizens, live in families where at least one parent is undocumented. Nearly 23 percent of individuals deported between July 2010 and September 2012 left behind at least one child who is a U.S. citizen. Most House GOP members have not supported undocumented youth in the past, raising questions about this sudden interest. They declined to support the Dream Act in 2010, which would have provided immigration relief to undocumented youth, and earlier this year, several members of the House GOP voted to defund Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA), a current policy that provides temporary relief to undocumented youth. If the House GOP truly supports undocumented youth, they would support legislation that provides relief not only to immigrant youth but to their families and communities. On Monday, over 30 undocumented youth with the National Immigrant Youth Alliance marched on the border asking to return to their homes and families in the United States. With no guarantee of being able to return to the U.S., the youth are challenging record levels of deportations and the separation of families. By speaking out in public, engaging in civil disobedience, and challenging unjust immigration laws, undocumented youth have fundamentally reshaped the immigration debate through profound acts of courage.

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Careers are assured in the U.S. Army While it may be natural to think that joining the U.S. Army means going to war at a time when the country is still dealing with a few adversaries, enlisting in the U.S. Army is more about acquiring mental and physical skills that result in successful careers. In its latest drive to enlist young Americans to join and serve their country, the U.S. Army would like inform the public that they are in the hunt for the â&#x20AC;&#x153;best and the brightestâ&#x20AC;? as it tries to take away the notion that it is the â&#x20AC;&#x153;last resortâ&#x20AC;? for those who canâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t go to college. In a recent TV interview with Lt. Col. Scott Peterson, who serves as Los Angelesâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; Recruiting Commander, he said that parents should know that the army is â&#x20AC;&#x153;one of the most technologically savvy and demanding occupations in the country.â&#x20AC;? Peterson also told Kababayan Today host Jannelle So that innovations are being put together daily and that when they enlist, they are provided with the things that many corporate America donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t provide.â&#x20AC;? He said these include discipline, structure, money to pay college, healthcare benefits, and other â&#x20AC;&#x153;tremendous amount of things for their families.â&#x20AC;? Peterson also said that since the army is the largest military contingent in the U.S., they handle the most advanced military hardware including helicopters and tanks that require comprehensive skills that soldiers learn. Peterson added that although soldiers indeed go to war, â&#x20AC;&#x153;there are 10 support roles for every one combat troopâ&#x20AC;? explaining that there are much more non-combative functions in the U.S. Army such as medical and communication operations. Benefits that last a lifetime According to the U.SĚś Army, the training and salary you get as a soldier are only some of the ways the Army strengthens you for tomorrow. The Army also offers money for education, comprehensive health care, generous vacation time, family services and support groups, special pay for special duties and cash allowances to cover the cost of living.

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Honda factory performance package now available for Accord Coupe V6 Limited-edition HFP package enables the sportiest Accord available today TORRANCE, Calif., July 16 – The limited-edition Honda Factory Performance (HFP) package for the Honda Accord Coupe V6 goes on sale today at select Honda dealers in the United States. First shown at the 2012 SEMA Show in Las Vegas and recently performance tested by Honda’s North American racing company, Honda Performance Development, Inc. (HPD), the HFP package adds significantly enhanced vehicle dynamics and distinctive styling cues to the already-sporty Accord Coupe. To verify that the HFP package is more than just a pretty face, HPD, better known for its pinnacle racing efforts, was enlisted to conduct back-to-back track testing of the Accord Coupe V6 in stock and HFP forms. Their testing revealed that both cars are able performers, but the Accord equipped with the HFP package, utilizing a sport suspension package and 19-inch summer tires, felt more confident and stable and is capable of going around the track faster than the stock car. “The new Accord Coupe V6 is already a natural on twisty roads, but the HFP package really takes it to a new level,” said Lee Niffenegger, program senior engineer at Honda Performance Development. “With a lowered ride

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height, sport suspension and more performance-oriented tires, the HFP kit definitely provides more controlled body motions and enhanced stability.” The HFP package features 19-inch HFP alloy wheels; a decklid spoiler; HFP sport suspension (lowers height by 15mm and enhances handling); HFP front, side and rear underbody spoilers; red interior illumination; HFP floor mats and HFP badges for each side and the trunk. The HFP package, like all Honda Genuine Accessories, carries a 3-year/36,000-mile limited warranty when installed at the time of new vehicle purchase, and is engineered to be fully compatible with the vehicle.

Enhancing its exclusive appeal, only 500 examples of this limited-edition HFP package will be sold for the 2013 Accord Coupe V6. The Manufacturer’s Suggested Retail Price (MSRP) of the package, not including installation, is $4,620. By now for sure you’ve decided that your next car is a Honda. Well, what’s better that visiting Carson Honda, which has a Filipino fleet in the persons of Rohmer Manalese, Ricky Agagas, Tirso Pallen and Christian Reyes to help you which Honda vehicle is the best for you. Carson Honda is located at 1435 E. 223rd Street, Carson, CA 90745. They can be reached toll free at 1-800-503-2321.

Detroit residents accept bankruptcy as inevitable At a century-old Detroit fire station surrounded by boarded up storefronts and weed-choked lots, the Motor City’s bankruptcy filing wasn’t exactly a surprise. While his union sought a court injunction Friday to stop the proceedings and protect their retirement benefits, firefighter Frank Dombrowski resigned himself to the inevitable. “Basically we’re screwed,” Dombrowski, 48, said as he stood watch over an isolated corner of the city where thousands of abandoned buildings regularly go up in flames. The sweltering Engine 29 fire station encapsulates the city’s troubled history of boom and bust. Built in 1907 when Detroit was a hotbed of industrial innovation about to put the world on wheels, it now houses a rickety fire truck that has more than 100,000 miles (160,000 kilometers) on its odometer. “There is no central air and the basement floods,” said Dombrowski, who had shut the doors against the oppressive 96 degree Fahrenheit (36 degree Celsius) heat. Like many life-long Detroiters, Dombrowski blames

the city’s woes on decades of mismanagement, bad decisions and worse luck. “I’ll tell you what killed the city – bussing back in the 1970s,” Dombrowski, who grew up on Detroit’s east side, told AFP. Detroit was already experiencing white flight to the suburbs after the devastating 1967 race riots. The integration of public schools pushed more people out, he said. As the population and tax base shrank, city services got worse and worse and the gulf between the city and the suburbs got wider and wider. Motor City then saw its main employers go through round after round of mass layoffs as auto factories were automated or outsourced and Asian competitors siphoned away market share. Once the fourth largest US city, Detroit has seen its population shrink by more than half from 1.8 million in 1950 to 685,000 today. “The economy and Kwame Kilpatrick finished it off,” Dombrowski said, referring to the 2008 financial crisis that

sparked a lengthy downturn and Detroit’s former mayor who was recently convicted of federal bribery charges. His theory is backed up by the numbers: Detroit’s population has fallen by 28 percent since 2000. The city has been so strapped for cash that nearly half of the streetlights don’t work. A shrunken police force has been unable to clamp down on rampant crime. Just 8.7 percent of crimes are solved and the average response time is 58 minutes. Only a third of the city’s ambulances work. Frustration was evident among city employees interviewed outside the Coleman Young Municipal Building, which was built during the 1950s when the city was thriving. “The city government is very inefficient,” acknowledged one city employee, who asked not to be identified for fear of retaliation. “There’s all kinds of overlapping departments, which means you can’t get anything done.”

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(From left) Jojo Santillana, Nile Villanueva, Victor Malaiba, Sherwin Cacdac and Romeo Morales of Miller Toyota of Anaheim.

Worldwide Prius sales top 3-million mark Toyota City, Japan, July 3, 2013 – Toyota Motor Corporation (TMC) announces that as of the end of June, worldwide cumulative sales of the iconic Prius gasoline-electric hybrid vehicle passed the 3-million mark(2). In 1997, TMC launched the Prius, which was the world’s first mass-produced hybrid passenger car. The second generation followed in 2003, and the third generation in 2009. From the first to third generation, TMC greatly reduced the cost of the hybrid system by two-thirds while improving the EPA-estimated ratings for combined driving by nearly 22 percent(3). In addition, TMC applied for 1,261 patents relating to the third-generation Prius, achieving progress worthy of the Prius name (derived from a Latin word meaning “to go before”). Since the development of the first-generation Prius, TMC has positioned hybrid technology as a core technology required for the development of various types of environment-friendly vehicles and has placed emphasis on the development and production of core components such as motors, inverters, batteries and electronic control units (ECUs), giving rise to substantial investment in Japan. TMC will continue to conduct R&D and invest in facilities in Japan for the development of hybrid and other cutting-edge technologies and achieve sustainable growth by deploying these Japan-developed technologies across the globe. In the fiscal year ending March 2014, TMC expects to spend a consolidated 890 billion yen(4) (790 billion yen(5)unconsolidated) on environmental technology development, as well as on strengthening new platform and major component development. In the same period, TMC also plans to make consolidated capital expenditure investments of 910 billion yen (up seven percent year-on-year), with 4 4 0 b i l l i o n y e n i n v e s t e d i n J a p a n ( u p n i n e p e r c e n t y e a r- o n - y e a r ) . Investments in R&D infrastructure include a new R&D facility (651 hectares) and the Powertrain Development and Production Engineering Building (a 12-story structure with a total floor area of 100,000 m²) in Toyota City, Aichi Prefecture, that will serve as a next-generation powertrain development base, as well as the Aerodynamics Laboratory (capable of producing winds of 250 km/h) located in the Honsha Technical Center. Future capital investments by consolidated subsidiaries include an investment by Primearth EV Energy Co., Ltd. (PEVE) for expanding battery production capacity at its Omori Plant in Kosai City, Shizuoka Prefecture. From Prius to Camry to Sienna, to the flagship and to the ever dependable Corolla, the workhorse RAV4 and everything in between, the Miller Toyota of Anaheim lot takes the customer to a new pleasant carbuying experience not available anywhere. It is no wonder Miller Toyota of Anaheim has been named as one of the most productive Toyota car dealerships in Southern California. And maybe, just maybe, our kababayans have to do something about it. Besides, Toyota won’t be the number 1 car brand for Filipinos if that didn’t matter. The Filipino Fleet, a dynamic segment in its sales department, is composed of three professional and dependable kababayans, add a different level of confidence on the part of Fil-Am carbuyers. Guided by their no-gimmick-just greatdeal mantra, “Dahil kababayan, maayos at malinaw ang usapan,” the Filipino Fleet are a delight to deal with. They are courteous, knowledgeable, and helpful. Miller Toyota of Anaheim is located right in Anaheim at 1331 North Euclid St. just off Riverside Freeway convenient to the I-5. Getting there is easy from the I-5 Freeway. Call toll free at 1-800-920-7614 for more information and to inquire from any of our kababayans Jojo Santillana,Victor Malaiba, Nile Villanueva, Sherwin Cacdac and Romeo Morales.

Toyota, Ford end hybrid partnership CHICAGO, July 23, 2013 (AFP) – Toyota and Ford have ended a partnership to jointly develop gas-electric hybrid systems for trucks and sport utility vehicles, the automakers said Tuesday. “We know what it takes to build world-class hybrids, and we now will build and leverage that expertise in-house,” said Raj Nair, Ford’s chief of global product development. “By continuing to develop a rear-wheel-drive hybrid system on our own, we can extend our advanced hybrid technologies to new vehicle segments and deliver even better fuel economy across our lineup.” Ford – the second-largest US automaker – said it is hiring more than 200 new electrification engineers and expanding its research facilities to speed development. “Toyota and Ford continue to evaluate the feasibility of working together on nextgeneration standards for telematics and will consider other areas for future collaboration as well,” Toyota said in a separate statement. The Japanese automaker said its commitment to hybrid technology is “unwavering” and that it remains on track to offer 18 new or redesigned hybrid models globally by the end of 2015. Toyota has already sold over two million hybrid vehicles in the United States – 70 percent of the nation’s hybrid sales – and over five million hybrids worldwide. It estimates that those vehicles have saved their owners more than 3 billion gallons (11.3 billion liters) of gasoline. Ford said it has invested $355 million within the past year to design, engineer and manufacture key components for its electrified vehicles. It plans to invest another $50 million to double its battery testing capabilities and speed electrified vehicle development by as much as 25 percent.

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BMW brand sales up 24.6 percent, best June ever Woodcliff Lake, NJ – July 2, 2013… The BMW Group in the U.S. (BMW and MINI combined) reported June sales of 33,645 vehicles, an increase of 21.4 percent from the 27,720 vehicles sold in the same month a year ago. Year-to-date, the BMW Group (BMW and MINI combined) is up 9.0 percent on sales of 172,787 in the first six months of 2013 compared to 158,563 in the same period in 2012. “There is nothing like an abundance of new and popular models to drive sales, resulting in new U.S. sales records for BMW, MINI and pre-owned BMW,” said Ludwig Willisch, President and CEO, BMW of North America. “We started this year with confidence and optimism; the sales results have verified our viewpoint and we are very

much looking forward to MINI USA reported the best month the second half with more ever in June with sales of 6,571 autonew models on the way mobiles, an increase of 9.6 percent from including the new X5.” the 5,995 sold in the same month a year BMW Brand Sales ago. Year-to-date, MINI sales in the Sales of BMW brand U.S. are up 0.9 percent on volume of vehicles increased 24.6 32,356 compared to 32,059 in the first percent in June for a total six months of 2012. of 27,074 compared to MINI Pre-Owned Vehicles 21,725 vehicles sold in In June, sales of MINI used automoEduardo Tiempo and Ronald Rodillas, Filipino sales, Paci c June, 2012. Year-to-date, biles (including MINI NEXT certified the BMW brand is up 11.0 percent on sales of 140,431 pre-owned and pre-owned) increased 16.3 percent to 1,877 compared to 126,504 sold in the first six months of 2012. automobiles from the 1,614 sold in June, 2012. MINI In June, best performing vehicles included the 3 NEXT had a strong month with 100 percent increase Series, up 62.6 percent to over June 2012, and 113.2 percent increase year-to-date. 10,957 units; the 6 Series, January through June, MINI used vehicle sales are up up 119.5 percent to 1,409 18.5 percent on volume of 10,324 compared to 8,710 in units; the 7 Series, up 58.6 the same period of 2012. percent to 855 units and the It’s not a mystery that BMW dominates the luxury car X3 SAV, up 5.5 percent to industry. However, if you want to own one or test drive a 2,981 units. BMW 3 Series, please call our kababayans Ed and Ronald BMW Pre-Owned Vehicles at Pacific BMW at (818) 246-5600 and come down to the In June, sales of BMW dealership located at 800 S. Brand Blvd, Glendale, CA used vehicles (including 91204 and find out why. certified pre-owned and Who knows you may be the next new BMW owner? pre-owned) increased 2.7 Or you may want to upgrade. percent to 13,859 vehicles Of course, we don’t need to mention that BMW is a compared to the 13,489 favorite brand for luxury vehicles for the Fil-Am comvehicles sold in June, 2012. munity, which is one of the car brand’s biggest consumer January through June, group in Southern California. BMW used vehicle sales are up 5.2 percent on volume of 86,559 compared to 82,282 in the same period of 2012. This has been the best first six months With a sales staff like Rjay Luna, Louis Mesquita, Al Pano and Ivan Legaspi, it is no wonder sales result for BMW PreNorm Reeves West Covina is a one of the leading Honda dealerships that many of our Owned, exceeding the prekababayans patronize in the San Gabriel Valley. Not only are they friendly, these car experts vious record year of 2010. help each and every customer select the right Honda vehicle for their everyday use. For the MINI Brand Sales – best deals in town, visit Norm Reeves West Covina at 1840 East Garvey Avenue, South West Covina, CA 91791 or call them at 1-888-342-7630. best month ever

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