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LEARN ABOUT THE REPUBLICANS' ANTI-IMMIGRATION PLATFORM

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The first promise of the Republicans is to close the border with Mexico, as Trump himself recently offered when he assured that it would be one of the first actions if he wins the November 5 elections and becomes “dictator for a day”.

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n vísperas de su Convención Nacional que tendrá lugar del 15 al 18 de julio en Milwaukee, el Partido Republicano develó una de las plataformas más antimigratoria de la historia del país.

Secondly, Republicans promise to implement the largest deportation operation in the history of the United States, in order to stop what they describe as the “invasion” of undocumented immigrants into the country.

La lista de promesas contra los migrantes refleja con claridad el pensamiento político de Donald Trump y confirma el eje central de su campaña a la presidencia: el ataque visceral contra los migrantes.

La primera promesa de los republicanos es cerrar la frontera con México, tal como lo ofreció recientemente el propio Trump cuando aseguró que sería una de las primeras acciones si gana las elecciones del 5 de noviembre y se convierte en “dictador” por un día.

En segundo lugar, los republicanos prometen implementar el más grande operativo de deportaciones en la historia de los Estados Unidos, a fin de detener lo que califican como la invasión de indocumentados al país.

Para lograr su objetivo, los republicanos proponen restablecer el polémico Título 42 que permitió la expulsión de cientos de miles de personas durante la pandemia, así como revivir la política “Quédate en México”.

Pero incluso van más allá. Proponen retirar a los soldados de otras partes del mundo y enviarlos a la frontera con México, además de llevar a cabo un inédito bloqueo marítimo total en la región para frenar el ingreso de fentanilo y precursores químicos.

Finalmente, se comprometen a llevar a cabo uno de los principales sueños de Trump: completar el muro en la frontera con México, para lograr su meta de sellar la frontera a los migrantes.

La lógica detrás de todas estas propuestas se basa en la idea de qué los migrantes vienen Estados Unidos a cometer delitos, a desplazar a trabajadores estadounidenses y hacer una carga desproporcionada para la economía de este país.

Todos sabemos que esas premisas son falsas. Los migrantes no cometen crímenes en tasas mayores que los estadounidenses realizan trabajos que la mano de obra local rechaza y su beneficio neto para la economía de Estados Unidos es positivo, como quedó demostrado durante la pandemia.

La realidad es que una plataforma electoral basada en políticas antimigratorias no solo es moralmente cuestionable, sino también ineficaz y contraproducente.

Las soluciones reales a los problemas económicos y de seguridad no se encuentran en la exclusión y la represión, sino en la inclusión y la integración.

Los políticos que realmente desean servir a sus comunidades deben buscar políticas que reconozcan y valoren las contribuciones de los migrantes, y que promuevan una sociedad más justa y equitativa para todos.

Donald Trump presume que tiene en la bolsa a más votantes latinos que otros

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candidatos presidenciales e incluso se ha acercado a las minorías de color para cortejar su voto. Algunas encuestas sugieren que sus avances están teniendo parcialmente éxito. Pero el veredicto de las políticas migratorias, económicas, educativas y de derechos reproductivos de Trump y de los republicanos será emitido el 5 de noviembre.

Porque la belleza de la democracia es que nada está escrito y el capítulo final lo escriben quienes votan. Tu voto es tu voz, pero también es la voz de millones de migrantes que no son elegibles para votar.

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To achieve their goal, Republicans propose reestablishing the controversial Title 42 that allowed the expulsion of hundreds of thousands of people during the pandemic, as well as reviving the “Remain in Mexico” policy.

n the eve of the National Convention that will take place from July 15 to 18 in Milwaukee, the Republican Party unveiled one of the most anti-immigration platforms in the history of the country.

But they even go further. They propose withdrawing soldiers from other parts of the world and sending them to the border with Mexico, in addition to carrying out an unprecedented total maritime blockade in the region to stop the entry of fentanyl and chemical precursors.

The list of promises against migrants clearly reflects Donald Trump's political thinking and confirms the central axis of his campaign for the presidency: the visceral attack against migrants.

Finally, they commit to carrying out one of Trump's main dreams: completing the wall on the border with Mexico, to achieve his goal of sealing the border to migrants.

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The logic behind all of these proposals is based on the idea that migrants come to the United States to commit crimes, displace American workers, and place a disproportionate burden on the American economy.

We all know that these premises are false. Migrants do not commit crimes at higher rates than Americans do, they do jobs that the local workforce rejects, and their net benefit to the U.S. economy is positive, as demonstrated during the pandemic.

The reality is that an electoral platform based on anti-immigration policies is not only morally questionable, but also ineffective and counterproductive.

The real solutions to economic and security problems are not found in exclusion and repression, but in inclusion and integration.

Politicians who truly want to serve their communities must pursue policies that recognize and value the contributions of migrants, and that promote a more just and equitable society for all.

Donald Trump boasts that he has more Latino voters in his bag than other presidential candidates and has even reached out to minorities of color to court his vote. Some polls suggest that his advances are partially successful.

But the verdict on Trump and the Republicans' immigration, economic, educational and reproductive rights policies will be delivered on November 5. Because the beauty of democracy is that nothing is written in stone, but the final chapter is written by those who vote. Your vote is your voice, but it is also the voice of millions of migrants who are not eligible to vote.

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3 WAYS TO LOOK AND FEEL YOUR BEST IN SUMMER

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actividades de verano y las decisiones de moda pueden verse asociadas a una serie de problemas de cuidado de la piel.

Después de las sesiones de natación, dese un regaderazo rápido para enjuagar el cloro y evitar la sensibilidad y la sequedad.

Ya sea que salga a correr o juegue pickleball, no se quede sentada por ahí después con su ropa de entrenamiento. Ducharse después de sesiones de sudor de todo tipo puede ayudar a mantener la piel libre de imperfecciones.

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he hottest days of the year can create a number of seasonal beauty challenges. Here’s a head-to-toe guide to looking and feeling your best in summer: Hair Both dry heat and humidity can cause hair problems, like drying and frizzing.

Whether you’re hitting the beach or pool or just enjoying the warm weather, it’s essential to give your hair the care it deserves to stay both hydrated and frizzfree.

When enjoying the sun, try protective hairstyles such as buns, braids and ponytails. This will reduce frizz while preventing damage from wind and humidity. One bonus benefit to these ‘dos is that getting your tresses off your neck will also help keep you nice and cool.

After swim sessions, take a quick shower to rinse off chlorine and prevent sensitivity and dryness. Whether you go for a run or play pickleball, don’t sit around in your workout clothes afterwards. Showering after sweat sessions of all kinds can help keep your skin clear of blemishes.

You may also be shaving more frequently in summer. Prevent razor burn with exfoliation and by using after care products that soothe skin.

Finally, when it comes to your long-term beauty and wellness, it’s essential to protect your skin with a broad spectrum SPF. Doing so is not only good for you, but it can also help prevent the appearance of aging.

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Nails If you’ll be wearing sandals regularly this summer, you’ll want to treat your feet to regular pedicures so they look their best. Start any at-home pedicure session by soaking your feet in a bath prepared with Epsom salt or essential oils. Dry your feet then use a pumice stone to gently remove dried skin and calluses.

After clipping and shaping your nails, consider painting them with clear nail polish for a finished look, or go bold with a bright summer color.

With a few tweaks to your beauty regimen, you can wholly embrace the season while looking and feeling your best.

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os días más calurosos del año pueden crear una serie de desafíos estacionales de belleza. Aquí le ofrecemos una guía completa para verse y sentirse lo mejor posible en verano: Cabello

Tanto el calor seco como la humedad pueden causar problemas en el cabello, como resecarlo y encresparlo. Ya sea que vaya a la playa o a la piscina, o que simplemente disfrute del clima cálido, es esencial darle a su cabello el cuidado que merece para mantenerse hidratado y sin encrespamiento.

Cuando disfrute del sol, pruebe peinados protectores como chongos,

trenzas y colas de caballo.

Esto reducirá el encrespamiento y evitará los daños que causan el viento y la humedad. Un beneficio adicional de estos peinados es que quitarse el cabello del cuello también le ayudará a mantenerse cómoda y fresca.

Recuerde que, al igual que beber agua hidrata su cuerpo, usar el champú y el acondicionador adecuados puede reponer y proteger los cabellos deshidratados. Su champú y acondicionador deben limpiar profundamente, reponer, suavizar y acondicionar para combatir el encrespamiento, y retener el equilibrio adecuado de humedad.

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Remember that just like drinking water hydrates your body, using the right shampoo and conditioner can both replenish and protect dehydrated strands.

Your shampoo and conditioner should clean well, replenish, and smooth and condition to fight frizz and lock in the right balance of moisture.

También es posible que se afeite con más frecuencia en verano. Evite las quemaduras del afeitado con exfoliación y usando productos para después del cuidado que calmen la piel.

Por último, cuando se trata de su belleza y bienestar a largo plazo, es esencial que proteja su piel con un FPS de amplio espectro.

Hacerlo no solo es bueno para usted, sino que puede ayudar a prevenir el aspecto de envejecimiento.

Uñas Si piensa usar sandalias continuamente este verano, le conviene tratarse los pies con pedicuras regulares para que tengan su mejor aspecto posible. Comience cualquier sesión de pedicura en el hogar sumergiendo los pies en un baño preparado con sales de Epsom o aceites esenciales.

Séquese los pies y, a continuación, use una piedra pómez para eliminar con suavidad la piel seca y los callos. Después de cortarse las uñas y darles forma, plantéese pintarlas con un esmalte de uñas transparente para darles un aspecto terminado, o atrévase con un brillante color de verano.

Con algunos ajustes en su régimen de belleza, puede entregarse por completo a la temporada al tiempo que se ve y se siente lo mejor posible.

Skin Unfortunately, summer activities and fashion choices can be associated with a number of skin care woes.

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EVERYDAY WAYS TO NURTURE YOUR SKIN THIS SUMMER

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4 simple habits to support healthy skin

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ood skin care doesn’t have to mean intensive routines or expensive moisturizers – it can be as easy as adopting everyday habits that nurture your skin from the inside out.

Keeping your skin healthy and glowing begins with protecting it from harmful ultraviolet (UV) rays and eating and drinking healthy foods and beverages.

With an important role in maintaining overall well-being, it’s reassuring to know skin health may be supported with healthy, everyday foods including fresh, juicy grapes. In fact, emerging research suggests consuming grapes may help protect healthy skin even when exposed to UV light, which is known to be damaging. A study published in the journal “Antioxidants,” in which people consumed 2 1/4 cups of grapes every day for two weeks, showed increased resistance to sunburn and reduced markers of UV damage at the cellular level.

This study reinforced previous and similar findings published in the “Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology.”

Grapes are also a hydrating food with 82% water content; hydration is essential to healthy skin.

Consider these everyday ways you can protect your skin.

Keep the Sun at Bay Protecting skin from the sun is crucial. A lifetime of sun exposure can lead to wrinkles, age spots and other health problems, including an increased risk of skin cancer. When you’re out enjoying some sunshine, generously apply sunscreen of at least 30 SPF every 1-2 hours. Covering skin with lightweight, long-sleeve shirts, wide-brimmed hats and other sun-protective clothing can also help block UV rays. Another heat-wave hack: Take to the shade during the hottest parts of the day, usually from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., to avoid the sun’s rays when they’re at their strongest.

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like fresh, juicy grapes. For a cool, hydrating snack, try freezing grapes: simply rinse, pat dry, remove from the stems and freeze for 2 hours in a single layer on a sheet pan for flavorful ice cube replacements.

For an easy, refreshing way to add grapes to your menu and stay hydrated on warm days, try these Frozen Grape Lemonade Ice Pops for a sweet, delicious dessert the entire family can enjoy.

Fight Back Against Stress Stress can negatively impact skin in a variety of ways, including making it more sensitive or reactive. Be mindful of the effects stress can have on your skin and practice stress-relieving techniques like getting enough sleep, exercise and perhaps exploring meditation, deep breathing or yoga.

Visit GrapesFromCalifornia.com for more delicious recipes and information on grapes and health.

Nutritious foods, including fruits and vegetables, can play an important role in achieving an overall balanced diet with adequate hydration. Enjoying the goodness of fresh or frozen Grapes from California can provide extra hydration and a boost of beneficial antioxidants and other polyphenols that help protect the health and function of the body’s cells, including those in the skin.

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n buen cuidado de la piel no tiene por qué significar rutinas intensivas o cremas humectantes costosas; puede ser tan fácil como adoptar hábitos cotidianos que nutran la piel desde el interior. Mantener su piel sana y brillante comienza con protegerla de los dañinos rayos ultravioleta (UV) y comer y beber alimentos y bebidas saludables.

Dado que desempeña un papel importante en el mantenimiento del bienestar general, es reconfortante saber que la salud de la piel puede mejorarse con alimentos saludables y cotidianos, como uvas frescas y jugosas. De hecho, nuevas investigaciones sugieren que el consumo de uvas puede ayudar a proteger la piel sana incluso cuando se expone a la luz ultravioleta, que se sabe que es dañina. Un estudio publicado en la revista “Antioxidants”, en el que las personas consumieron 2 1/4 tazas de uvas todos los días durante dos semanas, mostró una mayor resistencia a las quemaduras solares y una reducción de los marcadores de daño causado por los rayos UV a nivel celular.

Este estudio reforzó hallazgos anteriores y similares publicados en el “Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology”. Las uvas también son un alimento hidratante con un 82 % de contenido de agua; la hidratación es esencial para una piel sana.

Considere estas formas cotidianas en las que puede proteger su piel.

Llene su plato con alimentos saludables Los alimentos nutritivos, como las frutas y verduras, pueden desempeñar un papel importante para lograr una dieta general equilibrada con una hidratación adecuada. Disfrutar de las bondades de las uvas frescas o congeladas de California puede proporcionar una hidratación adicional y un aporte de antioxidantes beneficiosos y otros polifenoles que ayudan a proteger la salud y el funcionamiento de las células del cuerpo, incluidas las de la piel.

Manténgase hidratado Beba agua durante todo el día y, para darle más sabor, incorpore frutas hidratantes como uvas frescas y jugosas. Para un refrigerio fresco e hidratante, intente congelar uvas: solo las tiene que enjuagar, secar, retirar de los tallos y congelar durante 2 horas en una sola capa sobre una

bandeja para hornear para obtener sabrosos sustitutos de los cubitos de hielo.

Para una manera fácil y refrescante de agregar uvas a su menú y mantenerse hidratado en los días calurosos, pruebe estas paletas heladas de limonada y uvas congeladas para obtener un postre dulce y delicioso que toda la familia puede disfrutar.

Mantenga el sol a raya Proteger la piel del sol es fundamental. Toda una vida de exposición al sol puede provocar arrugas, manchas de la edad y otros problemas de salud, incluyendo un mayor riesgo de cáncer de piel. Cuando salga a disfrutar del sol, aplíquese generosamente protector solar de al menos 30 SPF cada 1 o 2 horas. Cubrirse la piel con camisas ligeras de manga larga, sombreros de ala ancha y otras prendas de protección solar también puede ayudar a bloquear los rayos UV. Otro truco para las olas de calor: Busque la sombra durante las horas más calurosas del día, generalmente entre las 10 a. m. y las 4 p. m., para evitar los rayos del sol cuando son más intensos.

Lucha contra el estrés El estrés puede afectar negativamente a la piel de diversas formas, incluso haciéndola más sensible o reactiva. Sea consciente de los efectos que el estrés puede causar en su piel y practique técnicas para aliviarlo, como dormir lo suficiente, hacer ejercicio y tal vez explorar la meditación, la respiración profunda o el yoga.

Visite GrapesFromCalifornia.com para obtener más recetas deliciosas e información sobre las uvas y la salud.

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Vierta la limonada hasta cubrir la fruta. Inserte los mangos de los palitos de helado.

Congele al menos 3 horas hasta que esté congelado.

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Consumer advocates explain how to avoid financial abuse

FEDS MULTAN BANCO CON 20 MILLONES POR PRÁCTICAS ILEGALES EN SEGUROS DE AUTOS

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FEDS FINE BANK $20 MILLION FOR ILLEGAL CAR INSURANCE PRACTICES

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ifth Third Bank just agreed to pay a $20 million fine to settle charges it forced car buyers to purchase unnecessary insurance and created fake accounts in customers' names.

The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau said the bank required customers with car loans to buy insurance, even if they already had coverage or got their own within 30 days.

Rosemary Shahan, president of Consumers for Auto Reliability and Safety, said some customers then could not afford the payments.

"There were about 1,000 consumers who had their cars repossessed," Shahan recounted. "Most people rely on their car to get to and from work, and get their kids to school, and get to medical appointments.

So that is really devastating when they lose their car."

In a statement, Fifth Third Bank said it shut down the protection insurance program in 2019 and is taking action to set things right. The money from the fine will go to a fund to reimburse 35,000 customers who were harmed. The court order also bans the company from setting employee sales goals incentivizing fraudulently opening accounts.

Shahan pointed out car dealers sometimes make verbal promises differing from the written contract or fail to even print out the financing paperwork. She wants people to know they cannot be required to buy insurance if they already have coverage.

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ifth Third Bank acaba de aceptar pagar una multa de $20 millones para resolver los cargos por obligar a los compradores de automóviles a adquirir seguros innecesarios y crear cuentas falsas a nombre de los clientes. El Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (Oficina de Proteccion Financiera del Consumidor) dijo que el banco exigía a los clientes con préstamos para automóviles que compraran un seguro, incluso si ya tenían cobertura o habían obtenido la suya propia dentro de los 30 días. Rosemary Shahan, de Consumers for Auto Reliability and Safety, dice que algunos clientes no podían afrontar los pagos.

"Alrededor de 1.000 consumidores perdieron sus automóviles. La mayoría de las personas dependen de su automóvil para ir y regresar del trabajo, llevar a sus hijos a la escuela y acudir a sus citas médicas. Entonces es realmente devastador cuando pierden su automóvil," insistió también Shahan.

En un comunicado, Fifth Third Bank dijo que cerro el programa de seguro de protección en 2019 y está tomando medidas para arreglar las cosas. El dinero de la multa se destinará a un fondo para reembolsar a 35.000 clientes perjudicados. La orden judicial también prohíbe a la empresa establecer objetivos de ventas para los empleados que incentiven la apertura de cuentas de manera fraudulenta.

Shahan agrega que los concesionarios de automóviles a veces hacen promesas verbales que difieren del contrato o ni siquiera imprimen la documentación financiera. Quiere que la gente sepa que no se les puede exigir que compren un seguro si ya tienen cobertura.

"The best way to avoid all these scams is join a credit union, get your own financing, and deal with a reputable bank," Shahan recommended. "Don't let the dealer get financing for you."

"La mejor manera de evitar todas estas estafas es unirse a un credit union, obtener su propio financiamiento y tratar con un banco acreditado, y no permitir que el concesionario obtenga financiamiento por usted," explico además Shahan.

In 2015, Fifth Third Bank was ordered to pay more than $21 million in fines for discriminatory auto loan pricing and for illegal credit card practices.

En 2015, se ordenó a Fifth Third Bank pagar más de 21 millones en multas por precios discriminatorios de préstamos para automóviles y por prácticas ilegales con tarjetas de credito.

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ADVOCATES FOR DETAINED IMMIGRANTS DECRY LOSS OF FREE PHONE CALLS ENGLISH

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roups advocating for people detained in immigration facilities are calling for the reinstatement of a program which allowed 500 free minutes of phone calls per month.

In recent weeks, Immigration and Customs Enforcement cut off the free domestic and international calls, telling advocates pandemic-era funding has run out.

Rosa Santana, interim co-executive director of the Envision Freedom Fund, said families of the detainees often struggle to afford the calls, which can cost up to $3 for 15 minutes.

"Usually the person who is in detention is the breadwinner and now families have to be able to figure out how they could bring food and everything that the breadwinner used to bring, pay rent," Santana pointed out. "And on top of that now, it's having to pay for phone calls."

Immigration and Customs Enforcement did not respond to a request for comment.

People in at least 16 ICE detention centers across the country have reported losing access to the free calls, including three sites in California: Golden State Annex, Mesa Verde Processing Center and Otay Mesa Deten-

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tion Center.

Karim Golding, organizer for the nonprofit Freedom to Thrive, said the phone calls are a lifeline for people in detention; a connection to family that keeps their spirits up.

In addition, human rights groups worry it could make it harder to monitor conditions on the inside.

"Absent the phones, how would we know that rights are being violated?" Golding asked. "How would we know if nobody has the ability to communicate?"

People in detention do still have access to work programs where they can earn about $1 for eight hours of work to spend on calls or items at the commissary.

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rupos que defienden a las personas detenidas en centros de inmigración exigen el restablecimiento de un programa que permitía 500 minutos gratuitos de llamadas telefónicas al mes.

En las últimas semanas, el Servicio de Inmigración y Control de Aduanas cortó las llamadas nacionales e internacionales gratuitas, diciendo a los defensores que los fondos de la era de la pandemia se habían agotado.

Rosa Santana, codirectora ejecutiva interina de Envision Freedom Fund, dijo que las familias de los detenidos a menudo tienen dificultades para pagar las llamadas, que pueden costar hasta 3 dólares por 15 minutos.

"Normalmente el que está detenido es el proveedor y ahora las familias tienen que poder ingeniárselas para poder llevar la comida y todo lo que antes traía el proveedor, pagar la renta", puntualizó Santana." Y además ahora hay que pagar por las llamadas telefónicas."

El Servicio de Inmigración y Control de Aduanas no respondió a una solicitud de comentarios. Personas en al menos 16 centros de detención de ICE en todo el país han informado que han perdido el acceso a las llamadas gratuitas, incluidos tres sitios en California: Golden State Anexo, Centro de Procesamiento de Mesa Verde y Centro de

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Detención de Otay Mesa.

Karim Golding, organizador de la organización sin fines de lucro Freedom to Thrive, dijo que las llamadas telefónicas son un salvavidas para las personas detenidas; una conexión con la familia que mantiene el ánimo en alto. Además, los grupos de derechos humanos temen que esto pueda dificultar el seguimiento de las condiciones en el interior.

"Sin los teléfonos, ¿cómo sabríamos que se están violando derechos?" -Preguntó Golding. "¿Cómo sabríamos si nadie tiene la capacidad de comunicarse?"

Las personas detenidas todavía tienen acceso a programas de trabajo donde pueden ganar alrededor de 1 dólar por ocho horas de trabajo para gastar en llamadas o artículos en la comisaría.

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l paso por College Corps de Jacob Jauregui, que está en su cuarto año de UC Riverside, le ha inspirado a ayudar a las personas más vulnerables al cambio climático siguiendo una carrera en botánica.

“Este es mi segundo año con el programa”, dijo Jauregui, estudiante de biología molecular y celular. El año pasado, daba clases particulares a alumnos de primaria en un programa extraescolar en el Centro Comunitario Ruth H. Lewis en Riverside, “lo cual suena muy diferente a acción climática, que es lo que hago ahora, pero la paciencia y gratificación que implicaba ayudar a estos alumnos a crecer era muy parecido”.

“Lo que saqué de ello para utilizarlo en mi trabajo de jardinería era lo mucho que realmente importa dedicar un poco más de tiempo y atención a cada estudiante”, continuó. “Por ejemplo, había un alumno que adoraba las carreras y competiciones, así que le ayudé a hacer sus tareas de matemáticas como una especie de carrera conmigo. A otro le encantaba cantar, así que le ayudé a aprender vocabulario así. Conocer el estilo de aprendizaje de un alumno parece muy básico, pero es menos común de lo que crees”.

Mediante #CalifornianForAll College Corps, cada año más de 3,000 estudiantes como Jauregui reducen la deuda universitaria y ayudan a sus comunidades mientras ganan hasta $10,000 por desempeñar tareas durante 450 horas en organizaciones centradas en la educación K-12, la acción climática o la inestabilidad alimentaria.

California fue el primer estado en crear un cuerpo de servicio basado en la universidad como este; desde entonces, Iowa y Minnesota han lanzado un programa parecido de

un año de duración que acabará en agosto, mientras en Nueva York la gobernadora Hochul anunció el pasado enero la creación del Cuerpo de Servicio Empire State.

Este año, Jauregui acabará su servicio como becario de College Corps de UC Riverside centrado en la acción climática, principalmente “limpiando, desmalezando y plantando para hacer nuevos jardines y restaurar los viejos en todo el campus para hacerlos más ecológicos; por ejemplo, con más hierbas autóctonas y herramientas de ahorro de agua”, explicó.

“En cuanto a mi carrera profesional, quiero ser botánico, pero ahora se ha convertido en una misión mucho más personal”, dijo Jauregui.

“Me gustaría hacer investigaciones como profesor”, explicó. “Mientras me preparo ahora para postularme para el posgrado, estoy trabajando en un laboratorio en el campus extrayendo ADN vegetal de las mismas hierbas que trato en la jardinería, y en el laboratorio realizo pruebas en compuestos para protegerlas de plagas y enfermedades… Ahora mis metas se solapan claramente como becario de la acción climática, tanto para poder alimentar a la gente como para facultarla para que cultive sus propios alimentos”.

“Al terminar este verano también estoy a punto de graduarme”, agregó, “y estoy pensando en cómo, cuando yo crecía como mexicano-americano, muchas de las personas más vulnerables al cambio climático eran también las más invisibles entre quienes tomaban medidas contra el cambio climático”. Es lo que me motivó a seguir la educación superior, y ahora tengo mucho más claro que la botánica puede ser el camino para ayudar a esas personas necesitadas, para ayudar a las personas que no han sido escuchadas”.

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Tiffani Scott, CEO of Paratransit, said her organization received a $134,000 grant to improve mobility van service in Sacramento.

"So, we use a very robust scheduling software, so that we can maximize the number of trips we can do and be extremely efficient. And so, the cost per trip that's being subsidized is a fraction of what it would be if they were on a public transit service," she explained.

The infrastructure law also funds the federal program known as "RAISE," which stands for "Rebuilding American Infrastructure with Sustainability and Equity." This year's RAISE grants include $25 million each for a rail project in Santa Ana and road improvements in Rancho Cordova; plus $5 million each to improve rail lines in Escondido and near the Port of San Diego.

Scott added she applauds the Biden administration's focus on transportation as a way to improve low-income communities.

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lessness, food insecurity - access is people can get to things. If you can't get there, a lot of times it's as if they're invisible." she continued.

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recientemente casi $8 millones para 17 proyectos destinados a mejorar el transporte público para personas con discapacidades, adultos mayores y familias de bajos ingresos.

Tiffani Scott, directora ejecutiva de Paratransit, dijo que su organización recibió una subvención de $134,000 para mejorar el servicio de camionetas de movilidad en Sacramento.

"Por lo tanto, utilizamos un software de programación muy sólido, para que podamos maximizar la cantidad de viajes que podemos hacer y ser extremadamente eficientes. Entonces, el costo por viaje que está subsidiado es una fracción de lo que sería si fueran en un servicio de transporte público", explicó.

La ley de infraestructura también financia el programa federal conocido como "RAISE", que significa "Reconstrucción de la infraestructura estadounidense con sostenibilidad y equidad" (por sus siglas en inglés). Las subvenciones RAISE de este año incluyen $25 millones cada una para un proyecto ferroviario en Santa Ana y mejoras viales en Rancho Cordova; más $5 millones cada uno para mejorar las líneas ferroviarias en Escondido y cerca del Puerto de San Diego.

Scott agregó que aplaude el enfoque de la administración Biden en el transporte como una forma de mejorar las comunidades de bajos ingresos.

"Si intentamos resolver problemas -como la inseguridad laboral, la educación, la fuerza laboral, la falta de vivienda, la inseguridad alimentaria- el acceso es uno de los mayores determinantes de cómo las personas pueden acceder a las cosas. Si no puedes llegar allá, muchas veces es como si fueran invisibles", continuó.

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el ocho por ciento de las personas que murieron habían sido diagnosticadas con esquizofrenia, mientras que solo el uno por ciento de la población general de la provincia padece la enfermedad.

"Mi cerebro simplemente no puede funcionar", dice Ubaldo, una activista climática que está estudiando una maestría en gestión ambiental en la Universidad de Duke en Carolina del Norte. "Esto desencadena mi trauma y todos los recuerdos del pasado simplemente vienen a mí".

más pacientes con enfermedades pulmonares crónicas acudir a su consultorio en New Hampshire en los meses cálidos, cuando los recuentos de polen eran altos. En las últimas décadas, el cambio climático ha provocado temporadas de alergia al polen más largas. Estas condiciones de salud subyacentes están relacionadas con el bienestar mental, dice Dewey. "Cuando tienes problemas para respirar es muy fácil entrar en pánico", dice. "Es extremadamente aterrador saber que eres vulnerable a este tipo de situación".

parecen sentirse más aislados y pesimistas. Mientras tanto, las personas que participan en la acción climática parecen sentir un sentido de comunidad y conexión.

"Tienen una conciencia extrema sobre el clima, lo que les genera mucho miedo y mucha ansiedad", dice Does. "Al mismo tiempo, tienen mucho más optimismo y mucha más esperanza que aquellas personas que no están involucradas en el trabajo climático".

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Hace una década, cuando Ubaldo estaba en su último año de escuela secundaria, su aldea en las Filipinas fue azotada por el súper tifón Haiyan. La comunidad de la costa que mira al Pacífico había experimentado muchos tifones. Durante la infancia de Ubaldo, preparar la casa de su familia frente al mar para las tormentas era una parte habitual de su vida. A medida que Haiyan se acercaba, Ubaldo esperaba la misma rutina de tormenta. Pero este tifón con vientos que alcanzaron 195 mph era equivalente a un huracán de categoría 5, mucho más fuerte que las tormentas a las que la comunidad estaba acostumbrada.

Desde un centro de evacuación en el edificio donde había asistido a la guardería, observó cómo la tormenta devastaba la ciudad. El techo del gimnasio flotaba con el viento como papel, recuerda. Una ola arrastró a un bebé de los brazos de su madre. La casa de su familia quedó destruida. Y en los días siguientes, antes de que les llegara la ayuda exterior, ella y otros miembros de su comunidad simplemente intentaron sobrevivir.

Para Ubaldo, la tormenta no solo le dejó recuerdos traumáticos. También profundizó su ansiedad por los impactos del cambio climático, un sentimiento que, según ella, es común entre sus pares. "Es abrumador no saber si tienes futuro", dice Ubaldo. "No sabes si tu familia seguirá ahí el próximo mes... porque nuestro futuro es muy impredecible debido al cambio climático".

A medida que el clima de la Tierra se altera, regiones de todo el mundo enfrentan tormentas, incendios forestales, inundaciones, calor extremo y otros fenómenos más intensos. De manera menos visible, los efectos multifacéticos de la crisis climática tienen enormes implicaciones para la salud mental. En varias encuestas, la gente dice que el cambio climático les causa estrés, preocupación o miedo. Y muchos, como Ubaldo, ya están lidiando con sentimientos de ansiedad y traumas por sus impactos en la actualidad.

Décadas de investigación sobre los efectos del cambio climático se han centrado con mayor frecuencia en el medio ambiente. Pero en 2022, por primera vez, un informe de evaluación publicado por el brazo científico del cambio climático de las Naciones Unidas destacó el impacto de los cambios ambientales en la salud mental y el bienestar.

El cambio climático también tiene efectos físicos, que a su

En general, los cambios ambientales están agravando los problemas que enfrentan las personas más vulnerables.

"El cambio climático es esencialmente un multiplicador de riesgos", dice Lawrance.

Mientras tanto, el estrés y la ansiedad por el clima -a menudo llamados ecoansiedad o angustia climáticaestán pasando factura a algunos. En un estudio que encuestó a 10.000 jóvenes en 10 países, el 45 por ciento dijo que los sentimientos sobre el cambio climático "afectaban negativamente su vida diaria y funcionamiento".

Según Google, las búsquedas en inglés relacionadas con "ansiedad climática" fueron 27 veces mayores en los primeros 10 meses de 2023 en comparación con el mismo período seis años antes.

Según Lawrance, la angustia por el medio ambiente y el clima no es necesariamente una condición de salud mental en sí misma. "Pero puede ser un factor estresante continuo que, sin apoyo, puede empeorar el bienestar mental de las personas, alterar su sueño y alterar su vida diaria".

Finn Does solía sentirse paralizado por las malas noticias sobre la crisis climática. Este joven de 18 años del Área de la Bahía de San Francisco dice que a menudo lee titulares y ve publicaciones en las redes sociales sobre desastres ambientales y estudios alarmantes. "Quedé atrapado en

este torbellino de todas estas noticias sobre el cambio climático y la crisis climática", dice.

Para Does, la ansiedad en torno al cambio climático generó sentimientos de desesperación, culpa, pena, desesperanza y miedo. Entonces, un día, mientras ardían incendios forestales en California, el cielo en el Área de la Bahía se volvió naranja. La escena era "apocalíptica", recuerda. Describe ese día como una llamada de atención que lo impulsó a actuar. "Estaba pensando: 'Vaya, tengo toda una vida por delante'", dice Does. "Si esto está sucediendo ahora a una edad tan temprana, ¿qué me pasará dentro de 10, 20, 30, 40 años?"

Does, que ahora cursa el último año de la escuela secundaria, es copresidente de la Cumbre Climática Juvenil del Área de la Bahía, una red de activismo por la justicia ambiental. También participa en un proyecto que investiga las emociones relacionadas con el cambio climático entre los jóvenes de California. A través de sus investigaciones y conversaciones con otros jóvenes, su impresión es que aquellos que no participan en el trabajo climático

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Estos impactos tienen un precio significativo. Los investigadores estiman que los efectos sobre la salud mental relacionados con el cambio climático tendrán un costo social total de 23 mil millones de dólares en 2030 y aumentarán a 245 mil millones de dólares en 2050. "Básicamente, debemos asegurarnos de que se tengan en cuenta los costos del cambio climático en la salud mental y que se tengan en cuenta y se responda a los beneficios de la acción climática para la salud mental", dice Emma Lawrance, quien dirige el Centro Climate Cares del Instituto de Innovación en salud global en el Imperial College de Londres.

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El cambio climático afecta la salud mental de diversas maneras, según Lawrance, quien está ayudando a liderar un proyecto de investigación global, Connecting Climate Minds, en el que han participado más de 500 personas en unos 80 países. Los desastres naturales pueden afectar directamente el bienestar de las personas, al igual que cambios a largo plazo como el aumento del nivel del mar, los cambios en los patrones climáticos, la erosión costera y la salinización. Estos fenómenos pueden provocar la pérdida de medios de vida, migración desde las comunidades de origen, inseguridad alimentaria e hídrica y la muerte de seres queridos, explica Lawrance. "Es comprensible que esto pueda ser un trauma y un estrés continuo que puede llevar, lamentablemente, a más casos de ansiedad, depresión, trastorno de estrés postraumático, abuso de sustancias e incluso muerte por suicidio", dice.

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Las investigaciones están encontrando vínculos entre estos cambios relacionados con el clima y el bienestar mental de las personas, particularmente con el calor extremo.

Un estudio encontró que por cada aumento de un grado Celsius en la temperatura promedio mensual, las tasas de suicidio aumentaron un 0,7 por ciento en los condados de Estados Unidos y un 2,1 por ciento en los municipios mexicanos. Los investigadores estiman que para 2050, el aumento de las temperaturas podría provocar entre 9.000 y 40.000 suicidios adicionales en los dos países. Las altas temperaturas también pueden aumentar los riesgos para las personas que ya tienen problemas de salud mental.

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En ese sentido, participar en acciones colectivas relacionadas con el clima puede ayudar a aliviar la ansiedad ecológica, sugiere un estudio dirigido por la Escuela de Salud Pública de Yale publicado en 2022. Robert Feder, psiquiatra jubilado y miembro de Climate Psychiatry Alliance y NH Healthcare Workers for Climate Action, dice que para los profesionales de la salud mental, tratar la ecoansiedad implica tratar de ayudar a las personas a fortalecer sus respuestas al estrés. Además de las herramientas generales para la resiliencia, como comer bien, hacer ejercicio y técnicas de atención plena, es importante desarrollar conexiones sociales, afirma. Involucrarse en el trabajo climático puede ayudar a las personas a encontrar apoyo social y abordar el estrés relacionado con el cambio climático. "No sólo sentarse y preocuparse por ello y sentirse angustiado por ello, sino hacer algo al respecto es realmente lo más útil para lidiar con la ansiedad que causa", dice Feder.

Los expertos dicen que la acción climática puede adoptar muchas formas diferentes. Algunas personas pueden disfrutar manifestándose en las calles, pero otras pueden encontrar grupos con mentalidad ambiental que se adapten a sus intereses particulares.

Cuando el Club Rotario de Orleans, Ontario, lanzó un proyecto en 2023 para trabajar con estudiantes de secundaria para plantar 1000 árboles en las afueras de Ottawa, parte del objetivo era crear una oportunidad para que los jóvenes abordaran los sentimientos de ansiedad ecológica interactuando con el medio ambiente, según Phil McNeely, que preside el comité de sostenibilidad medioambiental del club. Un día lluvioso de mayo de 2023, 70 adolescentes salieron a plantar árboles en tierras de cultivo. A partir de esta iniciativa, el club está trabajando ahora con otros clubes rotarios locales para crear el Bosque Rotario Juvenil de Ottawa, un proyecto de reforestación que involucrará a estudiantes de escuelas de la zona en la plantación y el cuidado de árboles. "Creo que obtendrán una salida para sus frustraciones sobre el cambio climático", dice McNeely.

También hay grupos que se reúnen específicamente con el objetivo de hablar de emociones relacionadas con la crisis climática. Does, por ejemplo, ha dirigido "cafés climáticos". Estas conversaciones facilitadas crean una oportunidad para que las personas discutan sus sentimientos sobre las amenazas del cambio climático al mundo, dice Wendy Greenspun, psicóloga radicada en la ciudad de Nueva York y miembro de la Alianza de Psicología Climática de América del Norte, quien dirige capacitaciones sobre el clima en cafeterías. "La gente a menudo se siente bastante aislada. No es un tema que a menudo se nos ocurra plantear en una cena", dice Greenspun. "Así que crear un espacio que esté fuera de nuestro estrés cotidiano y de nuestras formas de ser social en sí mismo ya proporciona algo".

Para algunas personas, las discusiones en grupo pueden no ser suficiente apoyo - Greenspun y otros psicólogos también tratan a personas que se benefician de la terapia individual. Pero para muchos, dice, el entorno grupal proporciona una vía para expresar emociones negativas.

A través del proceso, las personas comienzan a sentirse validadas y menos solas. "Yo lo llamo compostar nuestras emociones", dice Greenspun. "Pueden empezar a surgir y crecer nuevos sentimientos, como una sensación de emoción de que 'tal vez pueda hacer algo', una sensación de profundo significado y conexión con los demás, una sensación de solidaridad, una sensación de valentía".

En todo el mundo están aumentando los enfoques para ayudar a las personas, en particular a los jóvenes, a afrontar las dificultades climáticas. Por ejemplo, SustyVibes, una organización con sede en Nigeria, está creando oportunidades en línea y en persona para discutir la ansiedad ecológica entre los africanos. Good Grief Network, con sede en EE. UU., se centra en desarrollar la resiliencia.

El Resilience Project, con sede en el Reino Unido, capacita a líderes de "círculos de resiliencia" donde los pares pueden apoyarse mutuamente. El Climate Cares Centre, que dirige Lawrance, lanzó una revista guiada para ayudar a los jóvenes a gestionar la ansiedad ecológica y transformar los sentimientos negativos en acciones positivas.

Pero la acción climática no aborda completamente la carga de salud mental. Entre los jóvenes activistas existe el riesgo de agotamiento. Y aunque los jóvenes discuten cada vez más entre ellos sobre estas emociones relacionadas con el clima, también es necesario que las personas mayores apoyen a los jóvenes que experimentan ansiedad ecológica, dice Lawrance. "Vemos una gran necesidad de equipar a los maestros y padres y capacitar a los profesionales médicos y de salud mental para que validen estas experiencias de angustia", dice.

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que hay una gran necesidad por las conversaciones que tengo con los miembros de la comunidad cada vez que hago un informe después de un desastre", dice Ubaldo.

En Filipinas, Ubaldo ve la influencia que tiene sobre sus pares, muchos de los cuales se preocupan por su seguridad y la de sus familias y se preguntan si quieren tener hijos debido al entorno cambiante. Filipinas se encuentra entre los países más vulnerables al cambio climático. En una encuesta realizada entre jóvenes de 10 países, los filipinos informaron los niveles más altos de ansiedad climática.

En todo el mundo, se están trabajando iniciativas para desarrollar servicios de tratamiento de salud mental en regiones que son particularmente vulnerables al cambio climático. Los socios de Rotary en el sureste de Australia, por ejemplo, ayudaron a iniciar Trauma Recovery Network Australia para capacitar a profesionales de la salud en áreas rurales para que las comunidades estén mejor posicionadas para contrarrestar los posibles daños a la salud mental causados por los desastres. "Para la salud mental, se necesita gente presente y de forma continua", dice Pam Brown, psicóloga y socia del Club Rotario de Gisborne, que dirigió la creación de la red.

Reducir el estigma en torno a la salud mental y aumentar el acceso a los servicios es importante para apoyar a las comunidades afectadas por los desastres climáticos, dice Ubaldo. Incorporar la salud mental en la respuesta a desastres podría ayudar a las personas a hablar sobre sus sentimientos y seguir adelante. "Tenemos que asegurarnos de que estas experiencias se procesen o aborden antes de que experimentemos otro súper tifón, porque realmente aumenta nuestra capacidad si sabemos que lo que estamos experimentando o lo que sentimos es válido", dice.

Ubaldo es una trabajadora social registrada en Filipinas y, como voluntaria, ha trabajado con personas que han experimentado desastres. Pero dice que es necesario que el gobierno apoye dichos servicios de ayuda y que haya más capacidad para gestionar los efectos en la salud mental de un desastre relacionado con el clima. "Sé

La iniciativa, que comenzó en 2020, realiza talleres en regiones afectadas por incendios forestales. A menudo, las áreas que son vulnerables a los incendios también lo son a otros impactos del cambio climático, como la erosión costera o los cambios climáticos que afectan la agricultura. En las zonas rurales, los profesionales de la salud mental pueden tener menos oportunidades de capacitación en tratamiento de traumas y los miembros de la comunidad no tienen fácil acceso al apoyo local, explica Brown.

Después de los incendios forestales de 2019 y 2020, la red australiana comenzó a capacitar a grupos de trabajadores sociales, psicólogos, consejeros y otros expertos

en salud mental sobre cómo tratar a las personas utilizando una técnica llamada desensibilización y reprocesamiento por movimientos oculares. En el tratamiento, las personas evocan un recuerdo traumático y al mismo tiempo realizan una "estimulación bilateral", algo así como mover los ojos de un lado a otro o dar golpecitos con las manos en un patrón alternante. El enfoque ha sido respaldado como tratamiento para el trauma por la Organización Mundial de la Salud, la Asociación Estadounidense de Psicología y la Sociedad Australiana de Psicología, entre otras. Los estudios encuentran que el tratamiento reduce los síntomas del trastorno de estrés postraumático y otras angustias entre los sobrevivientes de desastres, incluidos terremotos, huracanes e inundaciones.

Mientras tanto, las repercusiones de los incendios forestales en Australia persisten en la salud mental. Una encuesta de personas afectadas por los incendios entre 12 y 18 meses después encontró altos niveles de angustia, incluidas ansiedad y depresión. Más del 60 por ciento de los casi 100 profesionales de la salud mental que participaron en las capacitaciones de Trauma Recovery Network Australia han completado los requisitos necesarios para unirse a la asociación nacional de practicantes de desensibilización y reprocesamiento del movimiento ocular, y aún más han utilizado el tratamiento en su práctica, Brown dice. "Está ayudando a los terapeutas a no sentirse tan indefensos", dice.

Apoyar la salud mental frente al cambio climático no se trata sólo de responder. El desarrollo de la resiliencia psicológica también puede incorporarse a los esfuerzos de adaptación climática, afirma Lawrance. Fortalecer las conexiones sociales y estar preparado para los eventos climáticos puede amortiguar las tensiones en la salud mental. "Sabemos que cuando ocurre un desastre, las comunidades que tienen vínculos sociales más fuertes tienden a ser las que se ven menos afectadas psicológicamente y más capaces de responder en la práctica que aquellas que tienen vínculos sociales más débiles", dice Lawrance.

A medida que la conexión entre la salud mental y el clima sale a la luz, uno de los desafíos es comprender el alcance total de esta intersección. Es difícil recopilar datos porque hay muchas maneras en que el clima podría entrelazarse con el bienestar. Pero la investigación está aumentando, al igual que los enfoques para apoyar la salud mental contra los factores estresantes del cambio climático. "Existen estos círculos viciosos de desafíos agravados, pero también significa que hay oportunidades agravadas cuando tomamos medidas", dice Lawrance. "Hay un futuro mejor por el que trabajar, mejor para el clima y también para nuestras mentes".

Elizabeth Hewitt escribió este artículo para Reasons to be Cheerful.

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'COMPOSTING' OUR EMOTIONS: HOW CLIMATE ACTION CULTIVATES WELL-BEING Elizabeth Hewitt California News Service / Reasons to be Cheerful

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arinel Ubaldo freezes when she hears heavy rain or intense wind.

"My brain just cannot function," says Ubaldo, a climate activist who is studying for her master's degree in environmental management at Duke University in North Carolina. "It triggers my trauma, and all the memories from the past just come rushing to me."

A decade ago, when Ubaldo was in her last year of high school, her village in the Philippines was hit by Super Typhoon Haiyan. The community on the Pacific-facing shore had experienced many typhoons. Through Ubaldo's childhood, prepping her family's oceanfront home for storms was a regular part of life. As Haiyan approached, Ubaldo expected the same storm routine. But this typhoon with winds that reached 195 mph was equivalent to a Category 5 hurricane - much stronger than the storms the community was used to.

From an evacuation center in the building where she'd attended day care, she watched the storm devastate the town. The gymnasium roof floated in the wind like paper, she recalls. A wave washed a baby from the mother's arms. Her family's home was destroyed. And in the days after, before outside aid reached them, she and other members of her community just tried to survive.

For Ubaldo, the storm didn't just leave her with traumatic memories. It also deepened her anxiety about the impacts of climate change, a feeling she says is common among her peers. "It's overwhelming that you don't know if you have a future," Ubaldo says. "You don't know if your family will still be there next month ... because our future is so unpredictable because of climate change."

As the Earth's climate alters, regions around the world are facing more intense storms, wildfires, floods, extreme heat, and other phenomena.

Less visibly, the multilayered effects of the climate crisis have huge implications for mental health. In a number of surveys, people say climate change causes them stress, worry, or fear. And many, like Ubaldo, are already dealing with anxious feelings and trauma from its impacts today.

Decades of research on the effects of the changing climate have most often focused on the environment. But in 2022, for the first time, an assessment report published by the United Nations' climate change science arm highlighted the impact of environmental changes on mental health and well-being.

These impacts come with a significant price. Researchers estimate that mental health effects related to climate change will have a total societal cost of $23 billion in 2030, and rise to $245 billion by 2050. "Fundamentally we need to make sure the costs of climate change on mental health are accounted for, and the benefits of climate action to mental health are accounted for and responded to," says Emma Lawrance, who leads the Climate Cares Centre at the Institute of Global Health Innovation at Imperial College London.

Climate change affects mental health in a range of ways, according to Lawrance, who is helping to lead a global research project, Connecting Climate Minds, that has involved more than 500 people across some 80 countries. Natural disasters can directly affect people's well-being, as can longer-term shifts like rising sea levels, changing weather patterns, coastal erosion and salinization. These phenomena can lead to loss of livelihoods, migration from home communities, food and water insecurity, and the deaths of loved ones, Lawrance explains. "Understandably, that can be a trauma and an ongoing stress that

can lead to, sadly, more cases of anxiety, depression, post-traumatic stress disorder, substance misuse and even death by suicide," she says.

Distress about the environment and climate is not necessarily a mental health condition on its own, according to Lawrance. "But it can be an ongoing stressor that without support can worsen people's mental well-being, disrupt their sleep, disrupt their daily life."

Research is finding links between these climaterelated changes and people's mental well-being, particularly with extreme heat. A study found that for every one degree Celsius rise in monthly average temperature, suicide rates increased by 0.7 percent in U.S. counties and 2.1 percent in Mexican municipalities. The researchers estimate that by 2050, rising temperatures could lead to between 9,000 and 40,000 additional suicides in the two countries. High temperatures also may raise risks for people who already have mental health challenges. During a 2021 heat wave in British Columbia, eight percent of people who died had been diagnosed with schizophrenia, while only one percent of the province's general population has the condition.

There are physical effects of climate change, too, which in turn can have implications for mental well-being. During his career in cardiology, Bob Dewey saw more patients with chronic lung disease come into his office in New Hampshire in warm months when pollen counts were high.

Over recent decades, climate change has resulted in longer pollen allergy seasons. These underlying health conditions are connected to mental well-being, says Dewey. "When you have trouble breathing it's very easy to panic," he says.

"It's just an extremely scary thing to know that you're vulnerable to this kind of situation."

In general, environmental changes are compounding issues faced by people who are more vulnerable. "Climate change is essentially a risk multiplier," Lawrance says.

Meanwhile, stress and anxiety about the climate -

Finn Does used to feel paralyzed by bad news about the climate crisis. The San Francisco Bay Area 18-year-old says he often read headlines and saw social media posts about environmental disasters and alarming studies. "I was caught in this whirlpool of all this news about climate change and the climate crisis," he says.

For Does, anxiety around climate change led to feelings of despair, guilt, grief, hopelessness and fear. Then one day, as wildfires blazed in California, the sky in the Bay Area turned orange.

The scene was "apocalyptic," he recalls. He describes that day as a wake-up call that spurred him to take action. "I was just thinking about, 'Wow, I have a whole life ahead of me,'" Does says. "If this is happening right now at such a young age, what's going to be happening to me 10, 20, 30, 40 years from now?"

Finn Does (center), summit co-chair, and other youth participants at the 2023 Bay Area Youth Climate Summit in San Francisco. Photo Credit: Finn Does

often called eco-anxiety or climate distress - are taking a toll on some. In a study that surveyed 10,000 young people in 10 countries, 45 percent said that feelings about climate change "negatively affected their daily life and functioning." According to Google, English-language searches related to "climate anxiety" were 27 times higher in the first 10 months of 2023 compared with the same period six years earlier.

Now a senior in high school, Does is co-chair of the Bay Area Youth Climate Summit, an environmental justice activism network. He's also involved in a project researching emotions related to climate change among young people across California. Through his research and conversations with other young people, his impression is that those who aren't involved in climate work seem to feel more isolated and pessimistic.

Meanwhile, people who participate in climate action seem to feel a sense of community and connection. "They have an extreme amount of awareness about climate, which gives them a lot of fear and a lot of anxiety," Does says. "At the same time, they have way more optimism and way more hope than those folks that aren't involved in climate work."

Along those lines, taking part in collective action related to the climate may help relieve eco-anxiety, suggests a study led by the Yale School of Public Health published in 2022. Robert Feder, a retired psychiatrist and member of the Climate Psychiatry Alliance and NH Healthcare Workers for Climate Action, says that for mental health professionals, treating eco-anxiety involves trying to help people strengthen their responses to stress. Alongside general tools for resilience - like eating well, exercising and mindfulness techniques - building up social connections is important, he says. Getting involved with climate work can help people find social supports and address stress linked to climate change. "Not just sitting and worrying about it and feeling distressed about it but doing something about it is really the most helpful thing to deal with the anxiety that it causes," says Feder.

Experts say climate action can take many different forms. Some people might enjoy demonstrating in the streets, but others may find environmentally minded groups that suit their particular interests.

When the Rotary Club of Orleans, Ontario, launched a project in 2023 to work with high school students to plant 1,000 trees outside of Ottawa, part of the goal was to create an opportunity for young people to address feelings of eco-anxiety by engaging with the environment, according to Phil McNeely, who chairs the club's environmental sustainability committee. One rainy day in May 2023, 70 teenagers came out to plant trees on farmland. Based on this initiative, the club is now working with other local Rotary clubs to create the Ottawa Rotary Youth Forest, a reforestation project that will involve students from area schools in planting and caring for trees. "They'll get an outlet, I think, for their frustrations about climate change," says McNeely.

There are also groups that convene specifically with the aim of talking about emotions related to the climate crisis. Does, for instance,

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has led "climate cafes." These facilitated conversations create an opening for people to discuss their feelings about climate change's threats to the world, says Wendy Greenspun, a New York City-based psychologist and a member of the Climate Psychology Alliance North America, who leads climate cafe trainings.

"People often feel quite isolated. It's not a topic that we often think of bringing up at a dinner party," Greenspun says. "So creating a space that's outside of our usual hustle and bustle and ways of being social in itself already provides something."

For some people, group discussions may not be enough support Greenspun and other psychologists also treat people who benefit from individual therapy. But for many, she says, the group setting provides an avenue to air negative emotions. Through the process people begin to feel validated and less alone. "I call it composting our emotions," says Greenspun. "New feelings can start to emerge and grow, like a sense of excitement that 'maybe I can do something,' a sense of deep meaning and connection with others, a sense of solidarity, a sense of courage."

Approaches to help people, particularly young people, cope with climate distress are growing around the world. For instance, SustyVibes, an organization based in Nigeria, is creating online and in-person opportunities to discuss eco-anxiety among Africans.

The Good Grief Network, based in the US, focuses on building resilience. The UK-based Resilience Project trains leaders of "resilience circles" where peers can support each other. The Climate Cares Centre, which Lawrance leads, launched a guided journal to help young people manage eco-anxiety and transform negative feelings into positive actions.

But climate action doesn't completely address the mental health burden. Among young activists, there's a risk of burnout. And while young people are increasingly discussing these climate-related emotions among themselves, there's also a need for older people to support young people experiencing eco-anxiety, Lawrance says. "We see a big need to equip teachers and parents and train medical professionals and mental health professionals so they're validating these experiences of distress," she says.

Meanwhile, many communities are already dealing with the effects of climate change - including on mental health.

In the Philippines, Ubaldo sees the influence it has on her peers, many of whom worry for the safety of themselves and their families and question whether they want to have children because of

the changing environment. The Philippines is among the countries most vulnerable to climate change. In a survey of young people in 10 countries, Filipinos reported the highest levels of climate anxiety.

Reducing stigma around mental health and increasing access to services is important to support communities hurt by climate disasters, Ubaldo says. Incorporating mental health into disaster response could help people talk about their feelings and move forward. "We have to ensure that these experiences are processed or addressed before we experience another super typhoon, because it really adds to our capacity if we know that what we are experiencing or what we are feeling is valid," she says.

Ubaldo is a registered social worker in the Philippines, and as a volunteer, she's worked with people who have experienced disasters. But she says there's a need for government support of such relief services and for more capacity to manage the mental health effects of a climate-related disaster. "I know that there is a great need from the conversations that I have with the community members whenever I'm doing a debriefing after a disaster," Ubaldo says.

Around the world, initiatives are working to build up mental health treatment services in regions that are particularly vulnerable to climate change. Rotary members in southeastern Australia, for example, helped start Trauma Recovery Network Australia to train health care professionals in rural areas so that communities are better positioned to counter possible mental health harms of disasters. "For mental health, you need people there, and continuously," says Pam Brown, a psychologist and a member of the Rotary Club of Gisborne who led the creation of the network.

The initiative, which began in 2020, holds workshops in regions hit by wildfires. Often areas that are vulnerable to fires are also susceptible to other climate change impacts, like coastal erosion or weather changes that affect farming. In rural areas, mental health professionals may have fewer opportunities for trauma treatment training, and community members don't have easy access to local support, Brown explains.

After bushfires in 2019 and 2020, the Australian network began training groups of social workers, psychologists, counselors, and other mental health experts on how to treat people using a technique called eye movement desensitization and reprocessing. In the treatment, people bring up a traumatic memory while simultaneously engaging in "bilateral stimulation," something like shifting

their eyes from one side to the other or tapping their hands in an alternating pattern. The approach has been endorsed as a treatment for trauma by the World Health Organization, the American Psychological Association, and the Australian Psychological Society, among others. Studies find that the treatment reduces symptoms of PTSD and other distress among survivors of disasters including earthquakes, hurricanes and floods.

Meanwhile, the mental health reverberations of Australia's bushfires linger. A survey of people affected by the fires 12 to 18 months later found high levels of distress, including anxiety and depression. Over 60 percent of the nearly 100 mental health professionals who participated in the Trauma Recovery Network Australia trainings have completed the requirements needed to join the national association for practitioners of eye movement desensitization and reprocessing, and even more have used the treatment in their practice, Brown says. "It's helping therapists not feel so helpless," she says.

Supporting mental health in the face of climate change is not only about responding. Building psychological resilience can also be incorporated into climate adaptation efforts, Lawrance says.

Strengthening social connections and being prepared for climate events can buffer against mental health strains. "We know that when a disaster hits, the communities that have stronger social bonds tend to be the ones who are less affected psychologically and more able to respond practically than those that have weaker social ties," Lawrance says.

As the connection between mental health and climate comes into the spotlight, one of the challenges is understanding the full extent of this intersection. Data is hard to gather because there are so many ways that climate could intertwine with well-being.

But research is growing, as are approaches to supporting mental health against climate change stressors. "There are these vicious cycles of compounding challenges, but it also means that there are compounding opportunities when we take action," Lawrance says. "There is a brighter future to be working toward that is better for the climate and also better for our minds."

Elizabeth Hewitt wrote this article for Reasons to be Cheerful.

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CALIFORNIA NOW HAS MANDATORY WATER CONSERVATION IN URBAN AREAS: HOW WILL THE NEW RULES AFFECT YOUR SUPPLIER? The measures are substantially weaker than a previous proposal after an onslaught of criticism.

But they will still save enough water through 2050 to supply the state’s entire population for a year, at a cost of $4.7 billion.

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to buy less water or scrounge for expensive new supplies were tallied around $15.6 billion.

espite California’s perpetual struggles with water shortages, state regulators this week adopted mandatory conservation measures that are substantially weaker and save less water than they originally planned.

At the time, the state’s Legislative Analyst questioned whether the costs were truly worth the benefits. “These doubts are particularly worrisome given we find that suppliers will face notable challenges complying with these requirements,” a January report said.

The rules also provide alternatives for the water suppliers that must make substantial cuts.

Those required to reduce use by more than 20%, and who serve communities with household incomes below the state median, could cut use by only 1% per year and still comply, provided they meet other requirements. Those facing cuts of more than 30% could cut use by only 2% per year.

The rules, years in the making, were mandated by a package of laws that tasked state agencies with making “water conservation a California way of life.” They force 405 cities and other urban water suppliers serving about 95% of Californians to meet individualized water budgets that decline over time.

But water board staff told CalMatters that the staggering costs and elevated benefits were in part due to an accounting error. Combined with policy changes and new data, the latest cost estimate is about $4.7 billion, while the benefits will drop to about $6.2 billion.

More than a third of suppliers serving about 42% of the state’s population will not need to change their water use to meet the 2035 standards — up from 18% under a previous version, according to state data. And 31% serving about 12.5 million people will be able to continue their current practices through 2040.

“Failing to prepare is preparing to fail…

While surface reservoirs are full now, I think there’s a tendency to forget about water scarcity and drought.”

-HEATHER COOLEY, THE PACIFIC INSTITUTE

Gov. Gavin Newsom has called for Californians in cities and towns to cut water use by about 500,000 acre-feet a year starting by 2030. Under the new rules, Californians are expected to be saving about 235,000 acre-feet of water a year 20 years later, in 2050.

Water regulators revised the proposal to delay enforcement of the conservation targets by two years, until 2027, and extend the deadline for ramping down outdoor water use by five years, starting in 2035.

But a water board analysis reported that, combined with current conservation levels and other efforts, the new rules are “estimated to save levels of water consistent with (Newsom’s) goal.”

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The regulations, adopted unanimously by the State Water Resources Control Board last week, usher in a new phase of mandatory conservation for California. They set long-term targets for water use that aim to account for myriad regional differences, from climate to ownership of llamas and other livestock.

The water board’s initial proposal — unveiled last year and estimated to cost $13.5 billion at the time — faced an onslaught of criticism from water suppliers and state analysts who called the rules too costly and difficult to achieve. In March, the state water agency revised its proposal to delay enforcement of the conservation targets and extend the timeline for tightening the water budgets based on outdoor residential use.

Individual residents won’t be regulated — only suppliers, who must meet their conservation targets or face fines or other penalties. The costs of complying through 2050 are now estimated at $4.7 billion — which is largely expected to be passed onto ratepayers — but water agencies and their customers will also save about $6.2 billion, in large part from buying less water, according to the agency’s analysis.

Water board staff estimate that through 2040 the measures will save 1.7 million acre feet — enough to supply almost half the state’s population for a year. That’s about 73% less than the earlier proposal, which would have saved 6.3 million acre feet through 2040, staff told CalMatters. Through 2050, the savings could reach about 3.9 million acre-feet — more than a year’s supply for the state’s entire population.

Local water providers told the board that the targets will still be difficult to meet, and warned that the costs could hit low- and fixed-income members of their communities especially hard.

They urged the board to provide more technical assistance and funding. Still, many applauded the changes, which they said will soften impacts to customers and communities.

“Water suppliers will need to develop and implement new programs that require long-term customer behavior change and significant investments,” Chelsea Haines of the Association of California Water Agencies, which represents more than 450 public agencies, told CalMatters. “It’s an unprecedented approach that will require a level of commitment that we’ve never seen before.”

But environmental groups and lawmakers say the weakened rules reduce and delay the water conservation that the drought-plagued state needs.

“Failing to prepare is preparing to fail,” said Heather Cooley, director of research at the Pa-

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cific Institute, a global water think-tank. “While surface reservoirs are full now, I think there’s a tendency to forget about water scarcity and drought.”

The new rules are “an unprecedented approach that will require a level of commitment that we’ve never seen before.”

-CHELSEA HAINES, ASSOCIATION OF CALIFORNIA WATER AGENCIES The authors of the bills that required mandatory conservation rules — former state Sen. Bob Hertzberg and Assemblymember Laura Friedman from Burbank — said in a March opinion piece that the water board’s changes “trample on the hard-won work that’s been done so far by allowing water utilities until 2035 or later to implement meaningful reductions.”

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CALIFORNIA AHORA TIENE LA CONSERVACIÓN OBLIGATORIA DEL AGUA EN LAS ÁREAS URBANAS: ¿CÓMO AFECTARÁN LAS NUEVAS REGLAS A SU PROVEEDOR?

Las medidas son sustancialmente más débiles que una propuesta anterior después de una avalancha de críticas.

Pero aún así ahorrarán agua suficiente hasta 2050 para abastecer a toda la población del estado durante un año, a un costo de 4,700 millones de dólares.

Las regulaciones, adoptadas la semana pasada por unanimidad por la Junta Estatal de Control de Recursos Hídricos, marcan el comienzo de una nueva fase de conservación obligatoria para California. Establecieron objetivos a largo plazo para el uso del agua que apuntan a tener en cuenta innumerables diferencias regionales, desde el clima hasta la propiedad de llamas y otros animales.

“The State Water Resources Control Board has decided to kick the can of California’s water future down the road at a time when we can least afford such inaction,” Friedman told CalMatters after the vote, adding that California must invest more in water efficiency or be forced to spend billions on wastewater recycling and desalination.

Water board Chairman Joaquin Esquivel said “this is not a perfect regulation. We can never have a perfect regulation. But it is a significant one and moves us into a direction here into the future that we can all be proud of — and that is nation-leading.”

“The arc of conservation in this state has been an incredible one. Californians know that conservation is critical,” he said during the meeting.

“What this creates is really a floor. And importantly, it’s not a policy in isolation.”

Although the rules were changed multiple times before they came up for a vote, the fundamental concept remains the same. Each local agency’s water budget is calculated from a combination of standards for indoor and outdoor water use at residences, certain commercial landscapes and losses like leaks. Other factors, such as livestock and recycled water, are also taken into account.

Suppliers must meet targets through a combination of rebates encouraging thriftier landscapes and appliances, and rate changes penalizing thirstier water users.

A previous, more stringent version of the rule carried the hefty price tag of around $13.5 billion from lost revenues and the costs of funding rebates, infrastructure improvements and other conservation measures. Benefits from having

California ha adoptado reglas de conservación obligatorias para las agencias de agua urbanas.

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pesar de las perpetuas luchas de California con la escasez de agua, los reguladores estatales adoptaron la semana pasada medidas de conservación obligatorias que son sustancialmente más débiles y ahorran menos agua de lo que planearon originalmente.

Las reglas, que tardaron años en elaborarse, fueron dictadas por un paquete de leyes que encomendó a las agencias estatales hacer de “la conservación del agua una forma de vida en California”. Obligan a 405 ciudades y otros proveedores de agua urbana que abastecen a alrededor del 95% de los californianos a cumplir con presupuestos de agua individualizados que disminuyen con el tiempo.

La propuesta inicial de la junta de agua, presentada el año pasado y cuyo costo se estimaba en 13,500 millones de dólares en ese momento, enfrentó una avalancha de críticas por parte de proveedores de agua y analistas estatales que calificaron las reglas como demasiado costosas y difíciles de implementar. En marzo, la agencia estatal del agua revisó su propuesta para retrasar la aplicación de los objetivos de conservación y extender el cronograma para ajustar los presupuestos de agua basados en el uso residencial al aire libre.

Los residentes individuales no serán regulados, sólo los proveedores, quienes deben cumplir sus objetivos de conservación o enfrentar multas u otras sanciones. Los costos de cumplimiento hasta 2050 se estiman ahora en $4.7 mil millones, que en gran medida se espera que se transfiera a los contribuyentes, pero las agencias de agua y sus clientes también ahorrarán alrededor de $6.2 mil millones, en gran parte al comprar menos agua, según el análisis de la agencia.

El personal de la junta de agua estima que hasta 2040 las medidas ahorrarán 1.7 millones de acres-pie, suficiente para abastecer a casi la mitad de la población del estado durante un año. Eso es aproximadamente un 73% menos que la propuesta anterior, que habría ahorrado 6.3 millones de acres-pie hasta

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Los proveedores de agua locales dijeron a la junta que los objetivos seguirán siendo difíciles de cumplir y advirtieron que los costos podrían afectar especialmente a los miembros de sus comunidades de ingresos bajos y fijos. Instaron a la junta a proporcionar más asistencia técnica y financiación. Aun así, muchos aplaudieron los cambios, que, según dijeron, suavizarán el impacto en los clientes y las comunidades.

“Los proveedores de agua necesitarán desarrollar e implementar nuevos programas que requieran cambios de comportamiento de los clientes a largo plazo e inversiones significativas”, dijo a CalMatters Chelsea Haines de la Asociación de Agencias de Agua de California, que representa a más de 450 agencias públicas. “Es un enfoque sin precedentes que requerirá un nivel de compromiso que nunca antes habíamos visto”.

Pero grupos ambientalistas y legisladores dicen que las reglas debilitadas reducen y retrasan la conservación del agua que necesita el estado azotado por la sequía. ” No prepararse es prepararse para fracasar”, afirmó Heather Cooley, directora de investigación del Pacific Institute, un grupo de expertos mundial sobre el agua. “Aunque los embalses de superficie están llenos ahora, creo que hay una tendencia a olvidarse de la escasez de agua y la sequía”.

Las nuevas reglas son ‘un enfoque sin precedentes que requerirá un nivel de compromiso que nunca antes habíamos visto’.

-CHELSEA HAINES, ASOCIACIÓN DE AGENCIAS DE AGUA DE CALIFORNIA Los autores de los proyectos de ley que requerían reglas de conservación obligatorias (el ex senador estatal Bob Hertzberg y la asambleísta Laura Friedman de Burbank) dijeron en un artículo de opinión de marzo que los cambios de la junta de agua “pisotean el trabajo duramente logrado que se ha realizado hasta ahora al permitir empresas de agua hasta 2035 o más tarde para implementar reducciones significativas”.

“La Junta Estatal de Control de Recursos Hídricos ha decidido dejar de lado el futuro del agua de California en un momento en el que menos podemos permitirnos esa inacción”, dijo Friedman a CalMatters después de la votación, añadiendo que California debe invertir más en eficiencia hídrica o ser obligados a gastar miles de millones en el reciclaje y la desalinización de aguas residuales.

El presidente de la junta de agua, Joaquín Esquivel, dijo que “esta no es una regulación perfecta. Nunca podremos tener una regulación perfecta. Pero es importante y nos lleva hacia una dirección en el futuro de la que todos podemos estar orgullosos, y que es líder a nivel nacional”.

“El arco de conservación en este estado ha sido increíble. Los californianos saben que la conservación es crítica”, dijo durante la reunión.

“Lo que esto crea es realmente un piso. Y lo que es más importante, no es una política aislada”.

y exteriores en residencias, ciertos paisajes comerciales y pérdidas como fugas. También se tienen en cuenta otros factores, como el ganado y el agua reciclada.

Los proveedores deben cumplir los objetivos mediante una combinación de reembolsos que fomenten paisajes y electrodomésticos más ahorrativos, y cambios de tarifas que penalicen a los usuarios de agua más sedientos.

Una versión anterior, más estricta, de la norma conllevaba un alto precio de alrededor de 13,500 millones de dólares por la pérdida de ingresos y los costos de financiar reembolsos, mejoras de infraestructura y otras medidas de conservación. Los beneficios de tener que comprar menos agua o buscar nuevos suministros costosos ascendieron a alrededor de 15,600 millones de dólares.

-HEATHER COOLEY, INSTITUTO DEL PACÍFICO Los reguladores del agua revisaron la propuesta para retrasar la aplicación de los objetivos de conservación en dos años, hasta 2027, y extender el plazo para reducir el uso de agua al aire libre en cinco años, a partir de 2035.

Las normas también ofrecen alternativas para los proveedores de agua que deben realizar recortes sustanciales. Aquellos que deben reducir el uso en más del 20% y que prestan servicios en comunidades con ingresos familiares por debajo de la media estatal, podrían reducir el uso en solo un 1% por año y aún así cumplir, siempre que cumplan con otros requisitos.

Aquellos que enfrentan recortes de más del 30% podrían reducir el uso sólo un 2% por año.

En ese momento, el analista legislativo del estado cuestionó si los costos realmente valían la pena por los beneficios. “Estas dudas son particularmente preocupantes dado que encontramos que los proveedores enfrentarán desafíos notables para cumplir con estos requisitos”, decía un informe de enero.

Más de un tercio de los proveedores que atienden a aproximadamente el 42% de la población del estado no necesitarán cambiar su uso de agua para cumplir con los estándares de 2035, frente al 18% en una versión anterior, según datos estatales. Y el 31% que atiende a unos 12.5 millones de personas podrá continuar con sus prácticas actuales hasta 2040.

Pero el personal de la junta de agua le dijo a CalMatters que los asombrosos costos y los elevados beneficios se debían en parte a un error contable. Combinado con cambios de políticas y nuevos datos, la última estimación de costos es de unos 4,700 millones de dólares, mientras que los beneficios se reducirán a unos 6,200 millones de dólares.

El gobernador Gavin Newsom ha pedido a los californianos en ciudades y pueblos que reduzcan el uso de agua en aproximadamente 500,000 acres-pie al año a partir de 2030.

Según las nuevas reglas, se espera que los californianos ahorren alrededor de 235,000 acres-pie de agua al año durante 20 años. más tarde, en 2050.

Aunque las reglas se cambiaron varias veces “No prepararse es prepararse para fraantes de ser sometidas a votación, el concasar… Aunque los embalses de superficie cepto fundamental sigue siendo el mismo. están llenos ahora, creo que hay una tenEl presupuesto de agua de cada agencia local se calcula a partir de una combinación de T:10.37"dencia a olvidarse de la escasez de agua y la sequía”. estándares para el uso del agua en interiores

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Pero un análisis de la junta de agua informó que, combinadas con los niveles de conservación actuales y otros esfuerzos, se “estima que las nuevas reglas ahorrarán niveles de agua consistentes con el objetivo (de Newsom)”.

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Junta de Poderes Conjuntos del Corredor de la Península (PCJPB) AVISO DE AUDIENCIA Y REUNIÓN PÚBLICAS Cambios Propuestos a las Tarifas de Transporte y su Estructura El lunes 22 de julio de 2024, la Junta de Poderes Conjuntos del Corredor de la Península (PCJPB), la entidad que opera Caltrain, celebrará una audiencia pública en la reunión del Comité de Finanzas con el fin de recibir comentarios del público sobre los cambios propuestos a la estructura de las tarifas de transporte de Caltrain (los cuales se indican a continuación).

La PCJPB celebrará una audiencia pública para recibir los comentarios del público sobre los siguientes cambios en la estructura de las tarifas de transporte: - Tarifas de $1 para jóvenes en viajes sencillos (disponibles a través de todos los canales de distribución a partir del 1 de septiembre de 2024) - Pases de un día para jóvenes con una tarifa de $2 (disponible a través de las máquinas expendedoras de boletos de las estaciones y de la aplicación móvil de Caltrain a partir del 1 de septiembre de 2024) - Pase mensual para jóvenes con una tarifa de $24 (a partir de la ejecución de Clipper Next Generation) Audiencia pública La Junta de Poderes Conjuntos del Corredor de la Península (PCJPB) invita al público a dar sus comentarios sobre estos posibles cambios durante la audiencia. La gente puede participar a través de un enlace web Zoom y/o por teléfono.

Lunes, 22 de julio de 2024 a las 2:30 p.m. (o tan pronto como el asunto pueda ser considerado) Información para comunicarse por Zoom: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81843266625? pwd=aDExTGltUUJSOUc5TkNnbU1QMTRHUT09 Identificación del seminario web: 818 4326 6625 Acceso por teléfono: 1.669.4449171; Identificación de la reunión: 81843266625 Antes de la audiencia, los comentarios pueden enviarse por correo postal, por correo electrónico o por teléfono: Board Secretary Peninsula Corridor Joint Powers Board P.O. Box 3006, San Carlos, CA 94070 ‐ 1306 changes@caltrain.com 1.800.660.4287 (TTY 650.508.6448) Para solicitar servicio de traducción o interpretación, llame a Caltrain al 1.800.660.4287 al menos tres días antes de la reunión.

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7/12/24 CNS-3826724# EL OBSERVADOR FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT NO. 707606 The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: Wendy’s Little House Child Care, 13001 Water St, San Jose, CA 95111, Santa Clara County.

This business is owned by an individual. The name and residence address of the registrant(s) is (are): Olga Gladis Sanchez, 3001 Water St, San Jose, CA 95111. The registrant began transacting business under the fictitious business name(s) listed above on 07/09/2024. This filing is a refile [Change(s) in facts from previous filing] of previous file #: FBN707236. “I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct.” (A registrant who declares as true information which he or she knows to be false is guilty of a crime.) /s/ Olga Gladis Sanchez This statement was filed with the Co. ClerkRecorder of Santa Clara County on 7/09/2024.

Regina Alcomendras, County Clerk Recorder By: /s/ Patty Camarena, Deputy File No. FBN 707606 July 12, 19, 26, August 02, 2024 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

NO. 707626 The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: Q-BIT WELLNESS, 1287 Hammerwood Ave Suite B, Sunnyvale, CA 94089, Santa Clara County. This business is owned by a limited liability company. The name and residence address of the registrant(s) is (are): SKUINT PHARMACY SOLUTIONS LLC, 435 Pinehurst Ave Unit 1, Los Gatos, CA 95032. The registrant began transacting business under the fictitious business name(s) listed above on 06/04/2024. This filing is a first filing. “I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct.” (A registrant who declares as true information which he or she knows to be false is guilty of a crime.) /s/ Sreevani Singaraju SKUINT PHARMACY SOLUTIONS LLC Article/Reg#: 202121010363 Above entity was formed in the state of CA This statement was filed with the Co. ClerkRecorder of Santa Clara County on 7/09/2024.

Regina Alcomendras, County Clerk Recorder By: /s/ Elaine Fader, Deputy File No. FBN 707626 July 12, 19, 26, August 02, 2024 FICTITIOUS

BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT NO. 706974 The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: HEIDI’S JANITORIAL SERVICES, 5486 Tyhurst Walkway #1, San Jose, CA 95123, Santa Clara County. This business is owned by an individual. The name and residence address of the registrant(s) is (are): Heidi Mellin Cuevas, 5486 Tyhurst Walkway #1, San Jose, CA 95123.

The registrant began transacting business under the fictitious business name(s) listed above on 06/15/2024. This filing is a first filing. “I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct.” (A registrant who declares as true information which he or she knows to be false is guilty of a crime.) /s/ Heidi Mellin Cuevas This statement was filed with the Co. ClerkRecorder of Santa Clara County on 6/17/2024.

Regina Alcomendras, County Clerk Recorder By: /s/ Elaine Fader, Deputy File No. FBN 706974 July 12, 19, 26, August 02, 2024 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT NO. 707165 The following person(s) is (are) doing business as:

CRAFTSMAN TOUCH SERVICES, 3445 Victor St Ste #3, Santa Clara, CA 95054, Santa Clara County. This business is owned by an individual. The name and residence address of the registrant(s) is (are): Kenny J Olguin, 1090 Sunnyvale Saratoga, Sunnyvale, CA 94087.

The registrant began transacting business under the fictitious business name(s) listed above on 08/13/2019. This filing is a refile [Change(s) in facts from previous filing] of previous file #: FBN657773. “I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct.” (A registrant who declares as true information which he or she knows to be false is guilty of a crime.) /s/ Kenny J Olguin This statement was filed with the Co. ClerkRecorder of Santa Clara County on 6/24/2024.

Regina Alcomendras, County Clerk Recorder By: /s/ Elaine Fader, Deputy File No. FBN 707165 July 12, 19, 26, August 02, 2024 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT NO. 707167 The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: XTASYS BAND, 3445 Victor St, San

Jose, CA 95054, Santa Clara County. This business is owned by an individual. The name and residence address of the registrant(s) is (are): Kenny Javier Alcoreza Olguin, 3445 Victor St, San Jose, CA 95054.

The registrant began transacting business under the fictitious business name(s) listed above on 06/05/2024. This filing is a first filing. “I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct.” (A registrant who declares as true information which he or she knows to be false is guilty of a crime.) /s/ Kenny Javier Alcoreza Olguin This statement was filed with the Co. ClerkRecorder of Santa Clara County on 6/24/2024.

Regina Alcomendras, County Clerk Recorder By: /s/ Elaine Fader, Deputy File No. FBN 707167 July 12, 19, 26, August 02, 2024 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT NO. 707649 The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: MUNOZ GUILDING MAINTENANCE, 12580 Sycamore Ave, San Martin, CA 95046, Santa Clara County.

This business is owned by a limited liability company. The name and residence address of the registrant(s) is (are): MUNOZ BUILDING MAINTENANCE, 12580 Sycamore Ave, San Martin, CA 95046. The registrant began transacting business under the fictitious business name(s) listed above on 01/05/2015. This filing is a refile [Change(s) in facts from previous filing] of previous file #: FBN658931. “I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct.” (A registrant who declares as true information which he or she knows to be false is guilty of a crime.) /s/ Aurora Munoz MUNOZ BUILDING MAINTENANCE President Article/Reg#: BA20220842204 Above entity was formed in the state of CA This statement was filed with the Co. ClerkRecorder of Santa Clara County on 7/10/2024.

Regina Alcomendras, County Clerk Recorder By: /s/ Nina Khamphilath, Deputy File No. FBN 707649 July 12, 19, 26, August 02, 2024 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT NO. 707657 The following person(s) is (are) doing business as:

Colombiantaste, 335 Elan Village In Apto 309, San Jose, CA 95134, Santa Clara County.

This business is owned by an individual. The name and residence address of the registrant(s) is (are): Ana Mercedes Vargas Martinez, 335 Elan Village In Apto 309, San Jose, CA 95134.

The registrant began transacting business under the fictitious business name(s) listed above on N/A. This filing is a first filing. “I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct.” (A registrant who declares as true information which he or she knows to be false is guilty of a crime.) /s/ Ana Mercedes Vargas Martinez This statement was filed with the Co. ClerkRecorder of Santa Clara County on 7/10/2024.

Regina Alcomendras, County Clerk Recorder By: /s/ Fraulein Dominguez, Deputy File No. FBN 707657 July 12, 19, 26, August 02, 2024 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT NO. 707144 The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: LA COCINA CHATITA, 1685 Marsh St, San Jose, CA 95122, Santa Clara County. This business is owned by an individual. The name and residence address of the registrant(s) is (are): Gabriela Gomez, 1685 Marsh St, San Jose, CA 95122. The registrant began transacting business under the fictitious business name(s) listed above on 09/11/2023.

This filing is a first filing. “I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct.” (A registrant who declares as true information which he or she knows to be false is guilty of a crime.) /s/ Gabriela Gomez This statement was filed with the Co. ClerkRecorder of Santa Clara County on 6/24/2024.

Regina Alcomendras, County Clerk Recorder By: /s/ Elaine Fader, Deputy File No. FBN 707144 July 12, 19, 26, August 02, 2024 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT NO. 707421 The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: NOVONUTRIENTS, 1292 Anvilwood Ct, Sunnyvale, CA 94089, Santa Clara County.

This business is owned by a corporation. The name and residence address of the registrant(s) is (are): OAKBIO INC, 1292 Anvilwood Ct, Sunnyvale, CA 94089.

JUL 12, 2024 - JUL 18, 2024 The registrant began transacting business under the fictitious business name(s) listed above on 10/01/2017. This filing is a refile [Change(s) in facts from previous filing] of previous file #: FBN634679. “I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct.” (A registrant who declares as true information which he or she knows to be false is guilty of a crime.) /s/ David Tze OAKBIO INC CEO Article/Reg#: 3284523 Above entity was formed in the state of Delaware This statement was filed with the Co. ClerkRecorder of Santa Clara County on 6/28/2024.

Regina Alcomendras, County Clerk Recorder By: /s/ Elaine Fader, Deputy File No. FBN 707421 July 12, 19, 26, August 02, 2024 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT NO. 706816 The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: Sham Restaurant, 962 W El Camino Real, Sunnyvale, CA 94087, Santa Clara County.

This business is owned by a corporation. The name and residence address of the registrant(s) is (are): SAMI & SHEIKH Inc, 620, Iris Avenue Apt 133, Sunnyvale, CA 94086. The registrant began transacting business under the fictitious business name(s) listed above on 04/30/2022.

This filing is a first filing. “I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct.” (A registrant who declares as true information which he or she knows to be false is guilty of a crime.) /s/ Marpreet Singh SAHI & SHEIKH Inc President Article/Reg#: 5053602 Above entity was formed in the state of CA This statement was filed with the Co. ClerkRecorder of Santa Clara County on 6/11/2024.

Regina Alcomendras, County Clerk Recorder By: /s/ Raymund Reyes, Deputy File No. FBN 706816 July 12, 19, 26, August 02, 2024 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT NO. 707528 The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: A&A HAULING SERVICES, 555 Leigh Ave, San Jose, CA 95128, Santa Clara County.

This business is owned by an individual. The name and residence address of the registrant(s) is (are): Alfonzo Hernandez Ramos, 555 Leigh

Ave, San Jose, CA 95128.

The registrant began transacting business under the fictitious business name(s) listed above on 06/18/2024. This filing is a first filing. “I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct.” (A registrant who declares as true information which he or she knows to be false is guilty of a crime.) /s/ Alfonzo Hernandez Ramos This statement was filed with the Co. ClerkRecorder of Santa Clara County on 7/05/2024.

Regina Alcomendras, County Clerk Recorder By: /s/ Elaine Fader, Deputy File No. FBN 707528 July 12, 19, 26, August 02, 2024 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT NO. 707477 The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: SG HANDYMAN SERVICE, 1030 E El Camino Real #184, Sunnyvale, CA 94087, Santa Clara County. This business is owned by an individual. The name and residence address of the registrant(s) is (are): Sotero Garcia, 1030 E El Camino Real #184, Sunnyvale, CA 94087.

The registrant began transacting business under the fictitious business name(s) listed above on 02/09/2018. This filing is a refile [Change(s) in facts from previous filing] of previous file #: FBN638793. “I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct.” (A registrant who declares as true information which he or she knows to be false is guilty of a crime.) /s/ Sotero Garcia This statement was filed with the Co. ClerkRecorder of Santa Clara County on 7/02/2024.

Regina Alcomendras, County Clerk Recorder By: /s/ Elaine Fader, Deputy File No. FBN 707477 July 12, 19, 26, August 02, 2024 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT NO. 706694 The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: RICOS TACOS, 2054 Edgegate Dr, San Jose, CA 95122, Santa Clara County. This business is owned by an individual. The name and residence address of the registrant(s) is (are): Mencios Mejia Herlin Catalina, 2054 Edgegate Dr, San Jose, CA 95122.

The registrant began transacting business under the fictitious business name(s) listed above on 06/02/2024. This filing is a first filing. “I declare

JUL 12, 2024 - JUL 18, 2024 that all information in this statement is true and correct.” (A registrant who declares as true information which he or she knows to be false is guilty of a crime.) /s/ Mencios Mejia Herlin Catalina This statement was filed with the Co. ClerkRecorder of Santa Clara County on 6/06/2024.

Regina Alcomendras, County Clerk Recorder By: /s/ Corinne Vasquez, Deputy File No. FBN 706694 July 12, 19, 26, August 02, 2024 ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME NO. 19CV353184 Superior Court of California, County of Santa Clara-In the matter of the application of: Henry Anthony Moreno INTERESTED PERSONS: 1. Petitioner(s) Henry Anthony Moreno has filed a petition for Change of Name with the clerk of this court for a decree changing names as follows: a. Henry Anthony Moreno to Enrique Antonio Moreno 2. THE COURT ORDERS that all persons interested in this matter appear before this court at the hearing indicated below to show cause, if any, why the petition for change of name should not be granted.

Any person objecting to the name changes described above must file written objection that includes the reasons for the objection at least two court days before the matter is scheduled to be heard and must appear at the hearing to show cause why the petition should not be granted.

If no written objection is timely filed, the court may grant the petition without a hearing. NOTICE OF HEARING: Date: 8/13/2024 at 8:45 am, Probate Dept., located at 191 N. First Street, San Jose, CA 95113. 3. A copy of the Order to Show cause shall be published at least once a week for four successive weeks prior to the date set for hearing on the petition in El Observador, a newspaper of general circulation, printed in the county of Santa Clara.

Jul 09, 2024 Le Jacqueline Duong Judge of the Superior Court July 12, 19, 26, August 02, 2024 ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME NO. 24CV442616 Superior Court of California, County of Santa Clara-In the matter of the application of: Donna Marie Dowings INTERESTED PERSONS: 1. Petitioner(s) Donna Marie Dowings

has filed a petition for Change of Name with the clerk of this court for a decree changing names as follows: a. Donna Marie Dowings to Donna Marie Devineenzi 2. THE COURT ORDERS that all persons interested in this matter appear before this court at the hearing indicated below to show cause, if any, why the petition for change of name should not be granted.

Any person objecting to the name changes described above must file written objection that includes the reasons for the objection at least two court days before the matter is scheduled to be heard and must appear at the hearing to show cause why the petition should not be granted.

If no written objection is timely filed, the court may grant the petition without a hearing. NOTICE OF HEARING: Date: 9/24/2024 at 8:45 am, Probate Dept., located at 191 N. First Street, San Jose, CA 95113. 3. A copy of the Order to Show cause shall be published at least once a week for four successive weeks prior to the date set for hearing on the petition in El Observador, a newspaper of general circulation, printed in the county of Santa Clara.

Jul 08, 2024 Le Jacqueline Duong Judge of the Superior Court July 12, 19, 26, August 02, 2024 ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME NO. 24CV442235 Superior Court of California, County of Santa Clara-In the matter of the application of: Brianna Gonzalez INTERESTED PERSONS: 1. Petitioner(s) Brianna Gonzalez has filed a petition for Change of Name with the clerk of this court for a decree changing names as follows: a. Ava Rian Gonzalez to Ava Rian Murillo 2. THE COURT ORDERS that all persons interested in this matter appear before this court at the hearing indicated below to show cause, if any, why the petition for change of name should not be granted.

Any person objecting to the name changes described above must file written objection that includes the reasons for the objection at least two court days before the matter is scheduled to be heard and must appear at the hearing to show cause why the petition should not be granted.

If no written objection is timely filed, the court may grant the petition without a hearing. NOTICE OF HEARING: Date: 9/24/2024 at 8:45 am, Probate Dept., located at 191 N. First Street, San

EL OBSERVADOR | www.el-observador.com Jose, CA 95113. 3. A copy of the Order to Show cause shall be published at least once a week for four successive weeks prior to the date set for hearing on the petition in El Observador, a newspaper of general circulation, printed in the county of Santa Clara.

Jul 02, 2024 Le Jacqueline Duong Judge of the Superior Court July 12, 19, 26, August 02, 2024 ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME NO. 24CV442440 Superior Court of California, County of Santa Clara-In the matter of the application of: Ming Hei Cheng INTERESTED PERSONS: 1. Petitioner(s) Ming Hei Cheng has filed a petition for Change of Name with the clerk of this court for a decree changing names as follows: a. Charlotte Cheng to Rachel Ka-Yee Cheng 2. THE COURT ORDERS that all persons interested in this matter appear before this court at the hearing indicated below to show cause, if any, why the petition for change of name should not be granted.

Any person objecting to the name changes described above must file written objection that includes the reasons for the objection at least two court days before the matter is scheduled to be heard and must appear at the hearing to show cause why the petition should not be granted.

If no written objection is timely filed, the court may grant the petition without a hearing. NOTICE OF HEARING: Date: 9/24/2024 at 8:45 am, Probate Dept., located at 191 N. First Street, San Jose, CA 95113. 3. A copy of the Order to Show cause shall be published at least once a week for four successive weeks prior to the date set for hearing on the petition in El Observador, a newspaper of general circulation, printed in the county of Santa Clara.

Jul 05, 2024 Le Jacqueline Duong Judge of the Superior Court July 12, 19, 26, August 02, 2024 ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME NO. 24CV441718 Superior Court of California, County of Santa Clara-In the matter of the application of: Ali Abood Mohammed Al Hashemy INTERESTED PERSONS: 1. Petitioner(s) Ali Abood Mohammed Al Hashemy has filed a petition for Change of Name with the clerk of this court for a decree changing

names as follows: a. Ali Abood Mohammed Al Hashemy to Ali Abood Alhashemy 2. THE COURT ORDERS that all persons interested in this matter appear before this court at the hearing indicated below to show cause, if any, why the petition for change of name should not be granted.

Any person objecting to the name changes described above must file written objection that includes the reasons for the objection at least two court days before the matter is scheduled to be heard and must appear at the hearing to show cause why the petition should not be granted.

If no written objection is timely filed, the court may grant the petition without a hearing. NOTICE OF HEARING: Date: 9/10/2024 at 8:45 am, Probate Dept., located at 191 N. First Street, San Jose, CA 95113. 3. A copy of the Order to Show cause shall be published at least once a week for four successive weeks prior to the date set for hearing on the petition in El Observador, a newspaper of general circulation, printed in the county of Santa Clara.

Jun 25, 2024 Le Jacqueline Duong Judge of the Superior Court July 12, 19, 26, August 02, 2024 NOTICE OF DEATH OF Donald Rolfe Johnson To all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors, contingent creditors, and persons who may otherwise be interested in the will or estate, or both of Donald Rolfe Johnson, who was a resident of Santa Clara County, State of California, and died on August 11, 2023, in the City of Santa Clara, County of Santa Clara, State of California.

IF YOU ARE A CREDITOR or a contingent creditor of the deceased, you must file your claim within four months from the date of first publication with the DERMER LAW FIRM, 5448 Thornwood Drive, Suite 200, San Jose, California 95123 (408) 395-5111 Joseph D. Dermer, Esq. DERMER LAW FIRM 5448 Thornwood Drive, Ste 200 San Jose, CA 95123 Tel (408) 395-5111 Fax (408) 354-2797 July 12, 19, 26, August 02, 2024 Notice of Petition to Administer Estate of Irene Valdez Gomez, aka Irene Valdez and Irene Varas Case No. 24PR197166 1.To all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors, contingent

creditors, and persons who may be interested in the will or estate, or both, of Irene Valdez Gomez, aka Irene Valdez and Irene Varas. 2. A Petition for Probate has been filed by Maria Ester Correa Monroy in the Superior Court of California, County of Santa Clara.

3.The Petition for Probate requests that Maria Ester Correa Monroy be appointed as personal representative to administer the estate of the decedent. 4. The petition requests the decedent’s will and codicils, if any, be admitted to probate. The will and any codicils are available for examination in the file kept by the court. 5. The petition requests authority to administer the estate under the Independent Administer of Estate Act. (This authority will allow the personal representative to take any actions without obtaining court approval. Before taking certain very important actions, however, the personal representative will be required to give notice to interested persons unless they have waived notice or consent to the proposed action.)

The independent administration authority will be granted unless an interested person Files and objection to the petition and shows good cause why the court should not grant the authority. 6. A hearing on the petition will be held in this court as follows: August 15, 2024, at 9:01am, Dept. 2, located at 191 North First Street, San Jose, CA 95113. 7. If you object to the granting of this petition, you should appear at the hearing and state your objections or file written objections with the court before the hearing. Your appearance may be in person or by your attorney. 8.

If you are a creditor or contingent creditor of the decedent, you must file your claim with the court and mail a copy to the personal representative appointed by the court within the later of either: 1) four months from the date of first issuance of letters to a general personal representative as defined in section 58(b) of the California Probate Code, or 2) 60 days from the date of mailing or personal delivery to you of a notice under section 9052 of the California Probate Code. Other California statutes and legal authority may affect your rights as a creditor. You may want to consult with an attorney knowledgeable in California law. 9. You may examine the file kept by the court. If you are a person interested in the estate, you may file with the court a Request for Special Notice (form DE-154) of the filing of an

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inventory and appraisal of estate assets or of any petition or account as provided in Probate Code section 1250. A Request for Special Notice form is available from the court clerk.

10. Attorney for Petitioner: Jeanette Martinez 1570 the Alameda, Suite 223 San Jose, CA95126 Telephone: (408)8527005

/s/ Phuong Lan Truong LOVE NAILS SALON INC President Article/Reg#: 6269711 Above entity was formed in the state of CA This statement was filed with the Co. ClerkRecorder of Santa Clara County on 6/26/2024.

Regina Alcomendras, County Clerk Recorder By: /s/ Patty Camarena, Deputy File No. FBN 707347

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FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT NO. 707346 The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: T&H CONSTRUCTION CORP, 2349 Pacheco Dr, San Jose, CA 95133, Santa Clara County. This business is owned by an corporation. The name and residence address of the registrant(s) is (are): T&H CONSTRUCTION CORP, 2349 Pacheco Dr, San Jose, CA 95133.

The registrant began transacting business under the fictitious business name(s) listed above on 06/15/2024. This filing is a first filing. “I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct.” (A registrant who declares as true information which he or she knows to be false is guilty of a crime.) /s/ Thu Duc Nguyen T&H CONSTRUCTION CORP President Article/Reg#: 6256530 Above entity was formed in the state of CA This statement was filed with the Co. ClerkRecorder of Santa Clara County on 6/26/2024.

Regina Alcomendras, County Clerk Recorder By: /s/ Patty Camarena, Deputy File No. FBN 707346 July 5, 12, 19, 26, 2024 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT NO. 707347 The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: LOVE NAILS SALON INC, 715 W Hamilton Ave Ste 1120, Campbell, CA 95008, Santa Clara County. This business is owned by a corporation. The name and residence address of the registrant(s) is (are): LOVE NAILS SALON INC, 715 W Hamilton Ave, Campbell, CA 95008.

The registrant began transacting business under the fictitious business name(s) listed above on N/A. This filing is a first filing. “I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct.” (A registrant who declares as true information which he or she knows to be false is guilty of a crime.)

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT NO. 707379 The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: JOINUS CARE, 1679 Duvall Dr, San Jose, CA 95130, Santa Clara County. This business is owned by an individual. The name and residence address of the registrant(s) is (are): OK HEE KIM, 1679 Duvall Dr, San Jose, CA 95130. The registrant began transacting business under the fictitious business name(s) listed above on N/A. This filing is a first filing. “I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct.” (A registrant who declares as true information which he or she knows to be false is guilty of a crime.) /s/ OK HEE KIM This statement was filed with the Co. ClerkRecorder of Santa Clara County on 6/27/2024.

Regina Alcomendras, County Clerk Recorder By: /s/ Elaine Fader, Deputy File No. FBN 707379 July 5, 12, 19, 26, 2024 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT NO. 707476 The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: ONE LANE TECHNOLOGIES, ANTHEON, 3679 Glen Hardy Ct, San Jose, CA 95148, Santa Clara County. This business is owned by an individual. The name and residence address of the registrant(s) is (are): Amy Nilson, 774 Brannan Place, Concord, CA 94518. The registrant began transacting business under the fictitious business name(s) listed above on 07/02/2024.

This filing is a first filing. “I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct.” (A registrant who declares as true information which he or she knows to be false is guilty of a crime.) /s/ Amy Nilson This statement was filed with the Co. ClerkRecorder of Santa Clara County on 7/02/2024.

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July 5, 12, 19, 26, 2024 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT NO. 707415 The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: MANESTATE, 2462 Booksin Ave, San Jose, CA 95125, Santa Clara County. This business is owned by an individual. The name and residence address of the registrant(s) is (are): Mikhael Lerman, 2462 Booksin Ave, San Jose, CA 95125. The registrant began transacting business under the fictitious business name(s) listed above on 04/01/1988.

This filing is a first filing. “I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct.” (A registrant who declares as true information which he or she knows to be false is guilty of a crime.) /s/ Mikhael Lerman This statement was filed with the Co. ClerkRecorder of Santa Clara County on 6/28/2024.

Regina Alcomendras, County Clerk Recorder By: /s/ Mike Louie, Deputy File No. FBN 707415 July 5, 12, 19, 26, 2024 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT NO. 707293 The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: Eclectic Elements, 1824 Dry Creek Road, San Jose, CA 95124, Santa Clara County.

This business is owned by a limited liability company. The name and residence address of the registrant(s) is (are): J&L Creative Solutions LLC, 1824 Dry Creek Road, San Jose, CA 95124.

The registrant began transacting business under the fictitious business name(s) listed above on N/A. This filing is a first filing. “I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct.” (A registrant who declares as true information which he or she knows to be false is guilty of a crime.) /s/ Laurie M. DeGange J&L Creative Solutions LLC Member Article/Reg#: 201533210016 Above entity was formed in the state of CA This statement was filed with the Co. ClerkRecorder of Santa Clara County on 6/26/2024.

Regina Alcomendras, County Clerk Recorder By: /s/ Corinne Vasquez, Deputy File No. FBN 707293 July 5, 12, 19, 26, 2024 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT NO. 696485 The following person(s)

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is (are) doing business as: VLBA CONSULTING, 165 Monroe St Apt 3, Santa Clara, CA 95050, Santa Clara County.

This business is owned by an individual. The name and residence address of the registrant(s) is (are): Veronica Carrillo, 165 Monroe Street, Apt 3, Santa Clara, CA 95050.

The registrant began transacting business under the fictitious business name(s) listed above on 06/14/2023. This filing is a first filing. “I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct.” (A registrant who declares as true information which he or she knows to be false is guilty of a crime.) /s/ Veronica Carrillo This statement was filed with the Co. ClerkRecorder of Santa Clara County on 6/14/2024.

Regina Alcomendras, County Clerk Recorder By: /s/ Ronald Nguyen, Deputy File No. FBN 696485 July 5, 12, 19, 26, 2024 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT NO. 707383 The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: CARE ONE NURSING, TRESL, 1104 E Childs Avenue, Merced, CA 95341, Santa Clara County.

This business is owned by a limited liability company. The name and residence address of the registrant(s) is (are): SV RECRUITING AGENCY LLC, 1165 Lincoln Ave 150, San Jose, CA 95125.

The registrant began transacting business under the fictitious business name(s) listed above on 01/06/2022. This filing is a first filing. “I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct.” (A registrant who declares as true information which he or she knows to be false is guilty of a crime.) /s/ Marilyn Reyes SV RECRUITING AGENCY LLC Managing Member Article/Reg#: 202201011170 Above entity was formed in the state of CA This statement was filed with the Co. ClerkRecorder of Santa Clara County on 6/27/2024.

Regina Alcomendras, County Clerk Recorder By: /s/ Patty Camarena, Deputy File No. FBN 707383 July 5, 12, 19, 26, 2024 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT NO. 707136 The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: MORA’S PAINTING INC, CUSTOM COLORS PAINTING IN/OUT, 20 Harold Ave Ste A-3, Santa Clara,

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CA 95050, Santa Clara County. This business is owned by a corporation. The name and residence address of the registrant(s) is (are): MORA’S PAINTING INC, 20 Harold Ave Ste A-3, Santa Clara, CA 95050.

The registrant began transacting business under the fictitious business name(s) listed above on 02/28/2002. This filing is a refile [Change(s) in facts from previous filing] of previous file #: . “I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct.” (A registrant who declares as true information which he or she knows to be false is guilty of a crime.) /s/ Alma Cristina Mendoza MORA’S PAINTING INC Secretary/Treasury Article/Reg#: C2981473 Above entity was formed in the state of CA This statement was filed with the Co. ClerkRecorder of Santa Clara County on 6/21/2024.

Regina Alcomendras, County Clerk Recorder By: /s/ Elaine Fader, Deputy File No. FBN 707136

NO. 707234 The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: ANGEL’S CLEANING, 1822 Darwin Way, San Jose, CA 95122, Santa Clara County. This business is owned by an individual. The name and residence address of the registrant(s) is (are): Azucena Torres, 1822 Darwin Way, San Jose, CA 95122.

The registrant began transacting business under the fictitious business name(s) listed above on N/A. This filing is a first filing. “I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct.” (A registrant who declares as true information which he or she knows to be false is guilty of a crime.) /s/ Azucena Torres Owner This statement was filed with the Co. ClerkRecorder of Santa Clara County on 6/25/2024.

Regina Alcomendras, County Clerk Recorder By: /s/ Elaine Fader, Deputy File No. FBN 707234

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FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT NO. 707441 The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: RAFI PAINTING LLC, 1745 Cheney Dr, San Jose, CA 95128, Santa Clara County.

This business is owned by a limited liability company. The name and residence address of the registrant(s) is (are): RAFI PAINTING LLC, 1745 Cheney Dr, San Jose, CA 95128. The registrant began transacting business under the fictitious business name(s) listed above on 07/01/2024.

This filing is a refile [Change(s) in facts from previous filing] of previous file #: FBN706447. “I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct.” (A registrant who declares as true information which he or she knows to be false is guilty of a crime.) /s/ J. Rafael Villafuentes Altamirano RAFI PAINTING LLC Owner Article/Reg#: 202462811919 Above entity was formed in the state of CA This statement was filed with the Co. ClerkRecorder of Santa Clara County on 7/01/2024.

Regina Alcomendras, County Clerk Recorder By: /s/ Elaine Fader, Deputy File No. FBN 707441

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT NO. 707133 The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: WESTMONT OF MORGAN HILL, WESTMONT LIVING BUS FLEET, 1160 Cochrane Road, Morgan Hill, CA 95037, Santa Clara County. This business is owned by a limited partnership. The name and residence address of the registrant(s) is (are): Andrew Plant, 3636 Nobel Drive, San Diego, CA 95122. The registrant began transacting business under the fictitious business name(s) listed above on 11/01/2014.

Michael O’Rourke, 3636 Nobel Drive, San Diego, CA 95122. This filing is a first filing. “I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct.” (A registrant who declares as true information which he or she knows to be false is guilty of a crime.) /s/ Andrew Plant MORGAN HILL SENIOR LIVING, LP General Partner Article/Reg#: 431722-95 Above entity was formed in the state of Oregon This statement was filed with the Co. ClerkRecorder of Santa Clara County on 6/21/2024.

Regina Alcomendras, County Clerk Recorder By: /s/ Patty Camarena, Deputy File No. FBN 707133 July 5, 12, 19, 26, 2024 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

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July 5, 12, 19, 26, 2024 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT NO. 707042 The following person(s) is (are) doing business

as: BLOSSOM TILE AND STONE COM, 1250 Yard Ct Ste E, San Jose, CA 95133, Santa Clara County. This business is owned by an individual. The name and residence address of the registrant(s) is (are): Gregorio E Vergara, 1250 Yard Ct Ste E, San Jose, CA 95133. The registrant began transacting business under the fictitious business name(s) listed above on 04/12/2024.

This filing is a first filing. “I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct.” (A registrant who declares as true information which he or she knows to be false is guilty of a crime.) /s/ Gregorio Vergara This statement was filed with the Co. ClerkRecorder of Santa Clara County on 6/18/2024.

Regina Alcomendras, County Clerk Recorder By: /s/ Nina Khamphilath, Deputy File No. FBN 707042 July 5, 12, 19, 26, 2024 ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME NO. 24CV441356 Superior Court of California, County of Santa Clara-In the matter of the application of: Elizabeth Gonzalez Rocha INTERESTED PERSONS: 1. Petitioner(s) Elizabeth Gonzalez Rocha has filed a petition for Change of Name with the clerk of this court for a decree changing names as follows: a. Jayden Jorge Dominguez Gonzalez to Jayden Jorge Diaz Gonzalez 2. THE COURT ORDERS that all persons interested in this matter appear before this court at the hearing indicated below to show cause, if any, why the petition for change of name should not be granted.

Any person objecting to the name changes described above must file written objection that includes the reasons for the objection at least two court days before the matter is scheduled to be heard and must appear at the hearing to show cause why the petition should not be granted.

If no written objection is timely filed, the court may grant the petition without a hearing. NOTICE OF HEARING: Date: 9/03/2024 at 8:45 am, Probate Dept., located at 191 N. First Street, San Jose, CA 95113. 3. A copy of the Order to Show cause shall be published at least once a week for four successive weeks prior to the date set for hearing on the petition in El Observador, a newspaper of general circulation, printed in the county of Santa Clara.

Jun 18, 2024 Le Jacqueline Duong Judge of the Superior Court

July 5, 12, 19, 26, 2024 ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME NO. 24CV441838 Superior Court of California, County of Santa Clara-In the matter of the application of: Liqing Wang & Weijie Li INTERESTED PERSONS: 1.

Petitioner(s) Liqing Wang & Weijie Li have filed a petition for Change of Name with the clerk of this court for a decree changing names as follows: a. Shengting Li to Andy Li 2. THE COURT ORDERS that all persons interested in this matter appear before this court at the hearing indicated below to show cause, if any, why the petition for change of name should not be granted.

Any person objecting to the name changes described above must file written objection that includes the reasons for the objection at least two court days before the matter is scheduled to be heard and must appear at the hearing to show cause why the petition should not be granted.

If no written objection is timely filed, the court may grant the petition without a hearing. NOTICE OF HEARING: Date: 9/17/2024 at 8:45 am, Probate Dept., located at 191 N. First Street, San Jose, CA 95113. 3. A copy of the Order to Show cause shall be published at least once a week for four successive weeks prior to the date set for hearing on the petition in El Observador, a newspaper of general circulation, printed in the county of Santa Clara.

Jun 26, 2024 Le Jacqueline Duong Judge of the Superior Court July 5, 12, 19, 26, 2024 ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME NO. 24CV441933 Superior Court of California, County of Santa Clara-In the matter of the application of: Gabriela Galarza Ramos, Jaime Martinez Lozano INTERESTED PERSONS: 1. Petitioner(s) Gabriela Galarza Ramos, Jaime Martinez Lozano have filed a petition for Change of Name with the clerk of this court for a decree changing names as follows: a. Jaime Emilio Martinez Galarza to Emilio Martinez Galarza 2. THE COURT ORDERS that all persons interested in this matter appear before this court at the hearing indicated below to show cause, if any, why the petition for change of name should not be granted.

Any person objecting to the name changes described above must

file written objection that includes the reasons for the objection at least two court days before the matter is scheduled to be heard and must appear at the hearing to show cause why the petition should not be granted.

If no written objection is timely filed, the court may grant the petition without a hearing. NOTICE OF HEARING: Date: 9/17/2024 at 8:45 am, Probate Dept., located at 191 N. First Street, San Jose, CA 95113. 3. A copy of the Order to Show cause shall be published at least once a week for four successive weeks prior to the date set for hearing on the petition in El Observador, a newspaper of general circulation, printed in the county of Santa Clara.

Jun 27, 2024 Le Jacqueline Duong Judge of the Superior Court July 5, 12, 19, 26, 2024 ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME NO. 24CV441815 Superior Court of California, County of Santa Clara-In the matter of the application of: Heather Ashley Miranda INTERESTED PERSONS: 1. Petitioner(s) Heather Ashley Miranda has filed a petition for Change of Name with the clerk of this court for a decree changing names as follows: a. Heather Ashley Miranda to Kit Miranda 2. THE COURT ORDERS that all persons interested in this matter appear before this court at the hearing indicated below to show cause, if any, why the petition for change of name should not be granted.

Any person objecting to the name changes described above must file written objection that includes the reasons for the objection at least two court days before the matter is scheduled to be heard and must appear at the hearing to show cause why the petition should not be granted.

If no written objection is timely filed, the court may grant the petition without a hearing. NOTICE OF HEARING: Date: 9/10/2024 at 8:45 am, Probate Dept., located at 191 N. First Street, San Jose, CA 95113. 3. A copy of the Order to Show cause shall be published at least once a week for four successive weeks prior to the date set for hearing on the petition in El Observador, a newspaper of general circulation, printed in the county of Santa Clara.

Jun 26, 2024 Le Jacqueline Duong Judge of the Superior Court July 5, 12, 19, 26, 2024

JUL 12, 2024 - JUL 18, 2024 ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME NO. 24CV442141 Superior Court of California, County of Santa Clara-In the matter of the application of: Mimi Okada & Miyuki Takeuchi INTERESTED PERSONS: 1. Petitioner(s) Mimi Okada & Miyuki Takeuchi has filed a petition for Change of Name with the clerk of this court for a decree changing names as follows: a.

Mimi Okada to Mimi Kira b. Miyuki Takeuchi to Miyuki Kira 2. THE COURT ORDERS that all persons interested in this matter appear before this court at the hearing indicated below to show cause, if any, why the petition for change of name should not be granted.

Any person objecting to the name changes described above must file written objection that includes the reasons for the objection at least two court days before the matter is scheduled to be heard and must appear at the hearing to show cause why the petition should not be granted.

If no written objection is timely filed, the court may grant the petition without a hearing. NOTICE OF HEARING: Date: 9/17/2024 at 8:45 am, Probate Dept., located at 191 N. First Street, San Jose, CA 95113. 3. A copy of the Order to Show cause shall be published at least once a week for four successive weeks prior to the date set for hearing on the petition in El Observador, a newspaper of general circulation, printed in the county of Santa Clara.

Jul 01, 2024 Le Jacqueline Duong Judge of the Superior Court July 5, 12, 19, 26, 2024 ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME NO. 24CV442309 Superior Court of California, County of Santa Clara-In the matter of the application of: Trinidad Mota Aguilera INTERESTED PERSONS: 1.

Petitioner(s) Trinidad Mota Aguilera has filed a petition for Change of Name with the clerk of this court for a decree changing names as follows: a. Trinidad Mota Aguilera to (F) J Trinidad (L) Aguilera Mota 2. THE COURT ORDERS that all persons interested in this matter appear before this court at the hearing indicated below to show cause, if any, why the petition for change of name should not be granted.

Any person objecting to the name changes described above must file written objection that includes the reasons for the objection at least two court days before the

matter is scheduled to be heard and must appear at the hearing to show cause why the petition should not be granted.

If no written objection is timely filed, the court may grant the petition without a hearing. NOTICE OF HEARING: Date: 9/24/2024 at 8:45 am, Probate Dept., located at 191 N. First Street, San Jose, CA 95113. 3. A copy of the Order to Show cause shall be published at least once a week for four successive weeks prior to the date set for hearing on the petition in El Observador, a newspaper of general circulation, printed in the county of Santa Clara.

Jul 03, 2024 Le Jacqueline Duong Judge of the Superior Court July 5, 12, 19, 26, 2024 ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME NO. 24CV442024 Superior Court of California, County of Santa Clara-In the matter of the application of: Ehsan Kourkchi INTERESTED PERSONS: 1. Petitioner(s) Ehsan Kourkchi has filed a petition for Change of Name with the clerk of this court for a decree changing names as follows: a. Ehsan (no middle name) Kourkchi to Edwin Ehsan Kay 2. THE COURT ORDERS that all persons interested in this matter appear before this court at the hearing indicated below to show cause, if any, why the petition for change of name should not be granted.

Any person objecting to the name changes described above must file written objection that includes the reasons for the objection at least two court days before the matter is scheduled to be heard and must appear at the hearing to show cause why the petition should not be granted.

If no written objection is timely filed, the court may grant the petition without a hearing. NOTICE OF HEARING: Date: 9/17/2024 at 8:45 am, Probate Dept., located at 191 N. First Street, San Jose, CA 95113. 3. A copy of the Order to Show cause shall be published at least once a week for four successive weeks prior to the date set for hearing on the petition in El Observador, a newspaper of general circulation, printed in the county of Santa Clara.

Jun 28, 2024 Le Jacqueline Duong Judge of the Superior Court July 5, 12, 19, 26, 2024 ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME NO. 24CV442203 Superior Court of Cali-

JUL 12, 2024 - JUL 18, 2024 fornia, County of Santa Clara-In the matter of the application of: Rhea Dishani Perera INTERESTED PERSONS: 1.

Petitioner(s) Rhea Dishani Perera has filed a petition for Change of Name with the clerk of this court for a decree changing names as follows: a.

Rhea Dishani Perera to Rhea Athena Pere 2. THE COURT ORDERS that all persons interested in this matter appear before this court at the hearing indicated below to show cause, if any, why the petition for change of name should not be granted.

Any person objecting to the name changes described above must file written objection that includes the reasons for the objection at least two court days before the matter is scheduled to be heard and must appear at the hearing to show cause why the petition should not be granted.

If no written objection is timely filed, the court may grant the petition without a hearing. NOTICE OF HEARING: Date: 9/17/2024 at 8:45 am, Probate Dept., located at 191 N. First Street, San Jose, CA 95113. 3. A copy of the Order to Show cause shall be published at least once a week for four successive weeks prior to the date set for hearing on the petition in El Observador, a newspaper of general circulation, printed in the county of Santa Clara.

Jul 02, 2024 Le Jacqueline Duong Judge of the Superior Court July 5, 12, 19, 26, 2024 First Amended Notice of Petition to Administer Estate of Christine Michelle Tamer, deceased Case No. 24PR197341 1.To all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors, contingent creditors, and persons who may be interested in the will or estate, or both, of Christine Michelle Tamer. 2. A Petition for Probate has been filed by Reilly Tamer in the Superior Court of California, County of Santa Clara. 3.The Petition for Probate requests that Reilly Tamer be appointed as personal representative to administer the estate of the decedent. 5. The petition requests authority to administer the estate under the Independent Administer of Estate Act. (This authority will allow the personal representative to take any actions without obtaining court approval. Before taking certain very important actions, however, the personal representative will be required to give notice to interested persons unless they have waived notice or consent to the proposed

action.) The independent administration authority will be granted unless an interested person Files and objection to the petition and shows good cause why the court should not grant the authority. 6. A hearing on the petition will be held in this court as follows: July 31, 2024, at 9:01am, Dept. 1, located at 191 North First Street, San Jose, CA 95113. 7. If you object to the granting of this petition, you should appear at the hearing and state your objections or file written objections with the court before the hearing. Your appearance may be in person or by your attorney. 8.

If you are a creditor or contingent creditor of the decedent, you must file your claim with the court and mail a copy to the personal representative appointed by the court within the later of either: 1) four months from the date of first issuance of letters to a general personal representative as defined in section 58(b) of the California Probate Code, or 2) 60 days from the date of mailing or personal delivery to you of a notice under section 9052 of the California Probate Code. Other California statutes and legal authority may affect your rights as a creditor. You may want to consult with an attorney knowledgeable in California law. 9. You may examine the file kept by the court. If you are a person interested in the estate, you may file with the court a Request for Special Notice (form DE-154) of the filing of an inventory and appraisal of estate assets or of any petition or account as provided in Probate Code section 1250. A Request for Special Notice form is available from the court clerk.

10. Attorney for Petitioner: Huma J. Ellahie 2542 S. Bascome Ave., STE 235, Campbell, CA 95008 (408)579-1282 July 5, 12, 19, 2024 Notice of Petition to Administer Estate of Jeanie Kung Case No. 24PR197485 1.To all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors, contingent creditors, and persons who may be interested in the will or estate, or both, of Christine Jeanie Kung. 2. A Petition for Probate has been filed

by Tina Kung in the Superior Court of California, County of Santa Clara.

3.The Petition for Probate requests that Tina Kung be appointed as personal representative to administer the estate of the decedent. 5. The petition requests authority to administer the estate under the Independent Administer of Estate Act.

EL OBSERVADOR | www.el-observador.com (This authority will allow the personal representative to take any actions without obtaining court approval. Before taking certain very important actions, however, the personal representative will be required to give notice to interested persons unless they have waived notice or consent to the proposed action.) The independent administration authority will be granted unless an interested person Files and objection to the petition and shows good cause why the court should not grant the authority. 6. A hearing on the petition will be held in this court as follows: Aug 23, 2024, at 9:01am, Dept. 1, located at 191 North First Street, San Jose, CA 95113. 7. If you object to the granting of this petition, you should appear at the hearing and state your objections or file written objections with the court before the hearing. Your appearance may be in person or by your attorney. 8.

If you are a creditor or contingent creditor of the decedent, you must file your claim with the court and mail a copy to the personal representative appointed by the court within the later of either: 1) four months from the date of first issuance of letters to a general personal representative as defined in section 58(b) of the California Probate Code, or 2) 60 days from the date of mailing or personal delivery to you of a notice under section 9052 of the California Probate Code. Other California statutes and legal authority may affect your rights as a creditor. You may want to consult with an attorney knowledgeable in California law. 9. You may examine the file kept by the court. If you are a person interested in the estate, you may file with the court a Request for Special Notice (form DE-154) of the filing of an inventory and appraisal of estate assets or of any petition or account as provided in Probate Code section 1250. A Request for Special Notice form is available from the court clerk.

10. Petitioner: Tina Kung 5610 Cello Way, Fremont, CA 94538 (510)376-7910

company. The name and residence address of the registrant(s) is (are): DRIVER DEALS LLC, 4701 Patrick Henry Dr Bldg 22 Suite 109, Santa Clara, CA 95054. The registrant began transacting business under the fictitious business name(s) listed above on 05/21/2024. This filing is a first filing. “I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct.” (A registrant who declares as true information which he or she knows to be false is guilty of a crime.) /s/ Tariq Osman DRIVER DEALS LLC Manager Article/Reg#: 202016310329 Above entity was formed in the state of CA This statement was filed with the Co. ClerkRecorder of Santa Clara County on 6/25/2024.

Regina Alcomendras, County Clerk Recorder By: /s/ Elaine Fader, Deputy File No. FBN 707266

July 5, 12, 19, 2024

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT NO. 707157 The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: Angel’s Comida Casera, 227 S. 19 St, San Jose, CA 95116, Santa Clara County. This business is owned by an individual. The name and residence address of the registrant(s) is (are): Jacaqueline Zamudio,

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT NO. 707266 The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: BAYAREA CAR SALES, 4701 Patrick Henry Dr Bldg 22 Suite 109, Santa Clara, CA 95054, Santa Clara County.

This business is owned by a limited liability

June 28, July 5, 12, 19, 2024 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT NO. 706873 The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: ADELETIA BEAUTY SALON, 2905 Homestead Rd Unit #B, Santa Clara, CA 95051, Santa Clara County. This business is owned by an individual. The name and residence address of the registrant(s) is (are): AERAN KIM, 2905 Homestead Rd Unit #B, Santa Clara, CA 95051.

The registrant began transacting business under the fictitious business name(s) listed above on 06/12/2024. This filing is a first filing. “I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct.” (A registrant who declares as true information which he or she knows to be false is guilty of a crime.) /s/ Aeran Kim This statement was filed with the Co. ClerkRecorder of Santa Clara County on 6/12/2024.

Regina Alcomendras, County Clerk Recorder By: /s/ Patty Camarena, Deputy File No. FBN 706873 June 28, July 5, 12, 19, 2024

227 S 19 St, San Jose, CA 95116. The registrant began transacting business under the fictitious business name(s) listed above on N/A. This filing is a first filing. “I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct.” (A registrant who declares as true information which he or she knows to be false is guilty of a crime.) /s/ Jacaqueline Zamudio This statement was filed with the Co. ClerkRecorder of Santa Clara County on 6/24/2024.

Regina Alcomendras, County Clerk Recorder By: /s/ Nina Khamphilath, Deputy File No. FBN 707157 June 28, July 5, 12, 19, 2024 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT NO. 707322 The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: D. A DELIVERY AND LOGISTICS, 7052 Santa Teresa Blvd #86, San Jose, CA 95139, Santa Clara County. This business is owned by an individual. The name and residence address of the registrant(s) is (are): Johnny J De Abreu, 7052 Santa Teresa Blvd #86, San Jose, CA 95139.

The registrant began transacting business under the fictitious business name(s) listed above on N/A. This filing is a first filing. “I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct.” (A registrant who declares as true information which he or she knows to be false is guilty of a crime.) /s/ Johnny De Abreu This statement was filed with the Co. ClerkRecorder of Santa Clara County on 6/26/2024.

Regina Alcomendras, County Clerk Recorder By: /s/ Nina Khamphilath, Deputy File No. FBN 707322 June 28, July 5, 12, 19, 2024 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT NO. 707275 The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: TWO MEN AND A BRUSH PAINTING, 6529 Marymonte Ct, San Jose, CA 95120, Santa Clara County. This business is owned by an individual. The name and residence address of the registrant(s) is (are): Scott Evan Cooper, 6529 Marymonte Ct, San Jose, CA 95120. The registrant began transacting business under the fictitious business name(s) listed above on 01/19/1989.

This filing is a first filing. “I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct.” (A registrant who declares

as true information which he or she knows to be false is guilty of a crime.) /s/ Scott Evan Cooper This statement was filed with the Co. ClerkRecorder of Santa Clara County on 6/26/2024.

Regina Alcomendras, County Clerk Recorder By: /s/ Elaine Fader, Deputy File No. FBN 707275 June 28, July 5, 12, 19, 2024 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT NO. 707331 The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: La Culichi, 410 N White Rd Apt #3301, San Jose, CA 95127, Santa Clara County. This business is owned by an individual. The name and residence address of the registrant(s) is (are): Celina Michelle Rocha Moya, 401 N White Rd Apt 3301, San Jose, CA 95127. The registrant began transacting business under the fictitious business name(s) listed above on N/A. This filing is a first filing. “I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct.” (A registrant who declares as true information which he or she knows to be false is guilty of a crime.) /s/ Celina M Rocha Moya This statement was filed with the Co. ClerkRecorder of Santa Clara County on 6/26/2024.

Regina Alcomendras, County Clerk Recorder By: /s/ Mike Louie, Deputy File No. FBN 707331 June 28, July 5, 12, 19, 2024 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT NO. 707096 The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: COMM MANAGEMENT CONSULTING, 3160 Via Venezia, San Jose, CA 95125, Santa Clara County. This business is owned by an individual. The name and residence address of the registrant(s) is (are): FIONA EENIURAZAY ENTZMINGER FIGUEROA, 3160 Via Venezia, San Jose, CA 95125. The registrant began transacting business under the fictitious business name(s) listed above on N/A. This filing is a first filing. “I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct.” (A registrant who declares as true information which he or she knows to be false is guilty of a crime.) /s/ Fiona Eeniurazay Entzminger Figueroa This statement was filed with the Co. ClerkRecorder of Santa Clara County on 6/21/2024.

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CLASSIFIEDS / LEGALS By: /s/ Elaine Fader, Deputy File No. FBN 707096 June 28, July 5, 12, 19, 2024 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT NO. 706926 The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: VILLAS AUTO GLASS, 677 ROUGH AND READY RD, San Jose, CA 95133, Santa Clara County. This business is owned by an individual. The name and residence address of the registrant(s) is (are): Felipe Villalavazo Mundo, P.O. BOX 32771, San Jose, CA 95152. The registrant began transacting business under the fictitious business name(s) listed above on 01/01/1998.

This filing is a first filing. “I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct.” (A registrant who declares as true information which he or she knows to be false is guilty of a crime.) /s/ Felipe Villalvazo Mundo This statement was filed with the Co. ClerkRecorder of Santa Clara County on 6/13/2024.

Regina Alcomendras, County Clerk Recorder By: /s/ Felipe Villalvazo Mundo, Deputy File No. FBN 706926 June 28, July 5, 12, 19, 2024 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT NO. 705908 The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: MICRO INK BEAUTY, 1716A Tully Road, San Jose, CA 95122, Santa Clara County. This business is owned by an individual. The name and residence address of the registrant(s) is (are): Linda Tran, 1716A Tully Road, San Jose, CA 95122. The registrant began transacting business under the fictitious business name(s) listed above on 05/09/2024. This filing is a first filing. “I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct.” (A registrant who declares as true information which he or she knows to be false is guilty of a crime.) /s/ Linda Tran This statement was filed with the Co. ClerkRecorder of Santa Clara County on 5/09/2024.

Regina Alcomendras, County Clerk Recorder By: /s/ Elaine Fader, Deputy File No. FBN 705908 June 28, July 5, 12, 19, 2024 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT NO. 707088 The following person(s)

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is (are) doing business as: NORTHSTAR AUTOMOTIVE SERVICE EQUIPMENT, BAYSIDE SHOP EQUIPMENT, GEO ENTERPRISES, 1488 Petal Way, San Jose, CA 95129, Santa Clara County. This business is owned by a corporation. The name and residence address of the registrant(s) is (are): GEO (OEM) CORP., 1472 Leaftree Circle, San Jose, CA 95129. The registrant began transacting business under the fictitious business name(s) listed above on 01/03/1997.

This filing is a first filing. “I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct.” (A registrant who declares as true information which he or she knows to be false is guilty of a crime.) /s/ Lew Hsieh GEO (OEM) CORP. CEO Article/Reg#: 1905575 Above entity was formed in the state of CA This statement was filed with the Co. ClerkRecorder of Santa Clara County on 6/20/2024.

Regina Alcomendras, County Clerk Recorder By: /s/ Nina Khamphilath, Deputy File No. FBN 707088 June 28, July 5, 12, 19, 2024 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT NO. 705907 The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: POSTAL & PURE WATER ETC, 1716A Tully Rd, San Jose, CA 95122, Santa Clara County.

This business is owned by an individual. The name and residence address of the registrant(s) is (are): PHUC VAN KIM, 1716A Tully Rd, San Jose, CA 95122. The registrant began transacting business under the fictitious business name(s) listed above on 05/09/2024.

This filing is a first filing. “I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct.” (A registrant who declares as true information which he or she knows to be false is guilty of a crime.) /s/ Phuc Van Kim This statement was filed with the Co. ClerkRecorder of Santa Clara County on 5/09/2024.

Regina Alcomendras, County Clerk Recorder By: /s/ Elaine Fader, Deputy File No. FBN 705907 June 28, July 5, 12, 19, 2024 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT NO. 707086 The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: GNC DISTRIBUTOR CALIFORNIA, 7213 Rainbow Drive Apt 14, San Jose, CA 95129,

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This business is owned by an individual. The name and residence address of the registrant(s) is (are): Jose David Rivas Dominguez, 7213 Rainbow Drive, San Jose, CA 95129. The registrant began transacting business under the fictitious business name(s) listed above on 06/20/2024.

This filing is a first filing. “I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct.” (A registrant who declares as true information which he or she knows to be false is guilty of a crime.) /s/ Jose David Rivas Dominguez This statement was filed with the Co. ClerkRecorder of Santa Clara County on 6/20/2024.

Regina Alcomendras, County Clerk Recorder By: /s/ Nina Khamphilath, Deputy File No. FBN 707086 June 28, July 5, 12, 19, 2024 STATEMENT OF ABANDONMENT OF USE OF FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME NO. 706766 The following person(s) has / have abandoned the use of the fictitious business name(s): UPcycled and FUNKtional Designs by J&L, 1824 Dry Creek Road, San Jose CA, 95124. Filed in Santa Clara County on 05/08/2023 under file no. FBN695503. J & L CREATIVE SOLUTIONS LLC, 1824 Dry Creek Road, San Jose, CA 95124. This business was conducted by: a limited liability company. “I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct.” (A registrant who declares as true information which he or she knows to be false is guilty of a crime.) /s/ Lauri M. DeGaug This statement was filed with the Co. Clerk Recorder of Santa Clara County on 6/10/2024.

Regina Alcomendras, County Clerk Recorder By: /s/ Corinne Vasquez, Deputy File No. FBN706766 June 28, July 5, 12, 19, 2024 ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME NO. 24CV441718 Superior Court of California, County of Santa Clara-In the matter of the application of: Ali Abood Mohammed Al Hashemy INTERESTED PERSONS: 1. Petitioner(s) Ali Abood Mohammed Al Hashemy has filed a petition for Change of Name with the clerk of this court for a decree changing names as follows: a. Ali Abood Mohammed Al Hashemy 2. THE COURT ORDERS that all persons interested in this matter

appear before this court at the hearing indicated below to show cause, if any, why the petition for change of name should not be granted.

Any person objecting to the name changes described above must file written objection that includes the reasons for the objection at least two court days before the matter is scheduled to be heard and must appear at the hearing to show cause why the petition should not be granted.

If no written objection is timely filed, the court may grant the petition without a hearing. NOTICE OF HEARING: Date: 9/10/2024 at 8:45 am, Probate Dept., located at 191 N. First Street, San Jose, CA 95113. 3. A copy of the Order to Show cause shall be published at least once a week for four successive weeks prior to the date set for hearing on the petition in El Observador, a newspaper of general circulation, printed in the county of Santa Clara.

Jun 25, 2024 Le Jacqueline Duong Judge of the Superior Court June 28, July 5, 12, 19, 2024 ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME NO. 24CV441834 Superior Court of California, County of Santa Clara-In the matter of the application of: Victor Rosales INTERESTED PERSONS: 1. Petitioner(s) Victor Rosales has filed a petition for Change of Name with the clerk of this court for a decree changing names as follows: a. Victor Rosales to Victor Gurcharan Singh 2. THE COURT ORDERS that all persons interested in this matter appear before this court at the hearing indicated below to show cause, if any, why the petition for change of name should not be granted.

Any person objecting to the name changes described above must file written objection that includes the reasons for the objection at least two court days before the matter is scheduled to be heard and must appear at the hearing to show cause why the petition should not be granted.

If no written objection is timely filed, the court may grant the petition without a hearing. NOTICE OF HEARING: Date: 9/17/2024 at 8:45 am, Probate Dept., located at 191 N. First Street, San Jose, CA 95113. 3. A copy of the Order to Show cause shall be published at least once a week for four successive weeks prior to the date set for hearing on the petition in El Observador, a newspaper of general

EL OBSERVADOR | www.el-observador.com circulation, printed in the county of Santa Clara.

Jun 26, 2024 Le Jacqueline Duong Judge of the Superior Court June 28, July 5, 12, 19, 2024 ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME NO. 24CV441248 Superior Court of California, County of Santa Clara-In the matter of the application of: Uyen Vu Thanh Nguyen INTERESTED PERSONS: 1. Petitioner(s) Uyen Vu Thanh Nguyen has filed a petition for Change of Name with the clerk of this court for a decree changing names as follows: a. Uyen Vu Thanh Nguyen to Charlotte Uyen Nguyen 2. THE COURT ORDERS that all persons interested in this matter appear before this court at the hearing indicated below to show cause, if any, why the petition for change of name should not be granted.

Any person objecting to the name changes described above must file written objection that includes the reasons for the objection at least two court days before the matter is scheduled to be heard and must appear at the hearing to show cause why the petition should not be granted.

If no written objection is timely filed, the court may grant the petition without a hearing. NOTICE OF HEARING: Date: 9/03/2024 at 8:45 am, Probate Dept., located at 191 N. First Street, San Jose, CA 95113. 3. A copy of the Order to Show cause shall be published at least once a week for four successive weeks prior to the date set for hearing on the petition in El Observador, a newspaper of general circulation, printed in the county of Santa Clara.

Jun 17, 2024 Le Jacqueline Duong Judge of the Superior Court June 28, July 5, 12, 19, 2024 ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME NO. 24CV441535 Superior Court of California, County of Santa Clara-In the matter of the application of: Jessica Nguyen Tieu INTERESTED PERSONS: 1. Petitioner(s) Jessica Nguyen Tieu has filed a petition for Change of Name with the clerk of this court for a decree changing names as follows: a. Jessica Nguyen Tieu to Apphia Tran 2. THE COURT ORDERS that all persons interested in this matter appear before this court at the hearing indicated below to show cause,

if any, why the petition for change of name should not be granted.

Any person objecting to the name changes described above must file written objection that includes the reasons for the objection at least two court days before the matter is scheduled to be heard and must appear at the hearing to show cause why the petition should not be granted.

If no written objection is timely filed, the court may grant the petition without a hearing. NOTICE OF HEARING: Date: 9/10/2024 at 8:45 am, Probate Dept., located at 191 N. First Street, San Jose, CA 95113. 3. A copy of the Order to Show cause shall be published at least once a week for four successive weeks prior to the date set for hearing on the petition in El Observador, a newspaper of general circulation, printed in the county of Santa Clara.

Jun 21, 2024 Le Jacqueline Duong Judge of the Superior Court June 28, July 5, 12, 19, 2024 ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME NO. 24CV440220 Superior Court of California, County of Santa Clara-In the matter of the application of: Teresa De Jesus Garcia Ayala INTERESTED PERSONS: 1. Petitioner(s) Teresa De Jesus Garcia Ayala has filed a petition for Change of Name with the clerk of this court for a decree changing names as follows: a. Airam Guadalupe Valencia Garcia to Airam Guadalupe Garcia 2. THE COURT ORDERS that all persons interested in this matter appear before this court at the hearing indicated below to show cause, if any, why the petition for change of name should not be granted.

Any person objecting to the name changes described above must file written objection that includes the reasons for the objection at least two court days before the matter is scheduled to be heard and must appear at the hearing to show cause why the petition should not be granted.

If no written objection is timely filed, the court may grant the petition without a hearing. NOTICE OF HEARING: Date: 8/13/2024 at 8:45 am, Probate Dept., located at 191 N. First Street, San Jose, CA 95113. 3. A copy of the Order to Show cause shall be published at least once a week for four successive weeks prior to the date set for hearing on the petition in El Observador, a newspaper of general circulation, printed in the

county of Santa Clara.

May 31, 2024 Le Jacqueline Duong Judge of the Superior Court June 28, July 5, 12, 19, 2024 ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME NO. 24CV438586 Superior Court of California, County of Santa Clara-In the matter of the application of: Emilena Amelia Castro-Solis INTERESTED PERSONS: 1. Petitioner(s) Emilena Amelia Castro-Solis has filed a petition for Change of Name with the clerk of this court for a decree changing names as follows: a. Emilena Amelia Castro-Solis to Emilena Amelia SolisCastro 2. THE COURT ORDERS that all persons interested in this matter appear before this court at the hearing indicated below to show cause, if any, why the petition for change of name should not be granted.

Any person objecting to the name changes described above must file written objection that includes the reasons for the objection at least two court days before the matter is scheduled to be heard and must appear at the hearing to show cause why the petition should not be granted.

If no written objection is timely filed, the court may grant the petition without a hearing. NOTICE OF HEARING: Date: 7/23/2024 at 8:45 am, Probate Dept., located at 191 N. First Street, San Jose, CA 95113. 3. A copy of the Order to Show cause shall be published at least once a week for four successive weeks prior to the date set for hearing on the petition in El Observador, a newspaper of general circulation, printed in the county of Santa Clara.

May 09, 2024 Le Jacqueline Duong Judge of the Superior Court June 28, July 5, 12, 19, 2024 ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME NO. 24CV441513 Superior Court of California, County of Santa Clara-In the matter of the application of: Illya Garashchenko INTERESTED PERSONS: 1.

Petitioner(s) Illya Garashchenko has filed a petition for Change of Name with the clerk of this court for a decree changing names as follows: a.

Illya Garashchenko to Ilya Ferguson 2. THE COURT ORDERS that all persons interested in this matter appear before this court at the hearing indicated below to show cause, if any, why the petition

for change of name should not be granted.

Any person objecting to the name changes described above must file written objection that includes the reasons for the objection at least two court days before the matter is scheduled to be heard and must appear at the hearing to show cause why the petition should not be granted.

If no written objection is timely filed, the court may grant the petition without a hearing. NOTICE OF HEARING: Date: 9/10/2024 at 8:45 am, Probate Dept., located at 191 N. First Street, San Jose, CA 95113. 3. A copy of the Order to Show cause shall be published at least once a week for four successive weeks prior to the date set for hearing on the petition in El Observador, a newspaper of general circulation, printed in the county of Santa Clara.

Jun 21, 2024 Le Jacqueline Duong Judge of the Superior Court June 28, July 5, 12, 19, 2024 ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME NO. 24CV440963 Superior Court of California, County of Santa Clara-In the matter of the application of: Ramon Cabrera III and Paula Elizabeth Escobar Rosales INTERESTED PERSONS: 1. Petitioner(s) Ramon Cabrera III and Paula Elizabeth Escobar Rosales have filed a petition for Change of Name with the clerk of this court for a decree changing names as follows: a. Sylvia Adriana Rosales to Victoria Andrea Cabrera 2. THE COURT ORDERS that all persons interested in this matter appear before this court at the hearing indicated below to show cause, if any, why the petition for change of name should not be granted.

Any person objecting to the name changes described above must file written objection that includes the reasons for the objection at least two court days before the matter is scheduled to be heard and must appear at the hearing to show cause why the petition should not be granted.

If no written objection is timely filed, the court may grant the petition without a hearing. NOTICE OF HEARING: Date: 8/27/2024 at 8:45 am, Probate Dept., located at 191 N. First Street, San Jose, CA 95113. 3. A copy of the Order to Show cause shall be published at least once a week for four successive weeks prior to the date set for hearing on the petition in El Observador, a newspaper of general

JUL 12, 2024 - JUL 18, 2024 circulation, printed in the county of Santa Clara.

Jun 12, 2024 Le Jacqueline Duong Judge of the Superior Court June 28, July 5, 12, 19, 2024 ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME NO. 24CV440716 Superior Court of California, County of Santa Clara-In the matter of the application of: Monreudy Donsawath INTERESTED PERSONS: 1. Petitioner(s) Monreudy Donsawath has filed a petition for Change of Name with the clerk of this court for a decree changing names as follows: a. Monreudy Donsawath to Melanie Donsawath 2. THE COURT ORDERS that all persons interested in this matter appear before this court at the hearing indicated below to show cause, if any, why the petition for change of name should not be granted.

Any person objecting to the name changes described above must file written objection that includes the reasons for the objection at least two court days before the matter is scheduled to be heard and must appear at the hearing to show cause why the petition should not be granted.

If no written objection is timely filed, the court may grant the petition without a hearing. NOTICE OF HEARING: Date: 8/20/2024 at 8:45 am, Probate Dept., located at 191 N. First Street, San Jose, CA 95113. 3. A copy of the Order to Show cause shall be published at least once a week for four successive weeks prior to the date set for hearing on the petition in El Observador, a newspaper of general circulation, printed in the county of Santa Clara.

Jun 07, 2024 Le Jacqueline Duong Judge of the Superior Court June 28, July 5, 12, 19, 2024 ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME NO. 24CV441537 Superior Court of California, County of Santa Clara-In the matter of the application of: Lolita Ananasova INTERESTED PERSONS: 1.

Petitioner(s) Lolita Ananasova has filed a petition for Change of Name with the clerk of this court for a decree changing names as follows: a.

Lolita Anasova to Sophie Ananasova 2. THE COURT ORDERS that all persons interested in this matter appear before this court at the hearing indicated below to show cause, if any, why the pe-

tition for change of name should not be granted.

Any person objecting to the name changes described above must file written objection that includes the reasons for the objection at least two court days before the matter is scheduled to be heard and must appear at the hearing to show cause why the petition should not be granted.

If no written objection is timely filed, the court may grant the petition without a hearing. NOTICE OF HEARING: Date: 9/10/2024 at 8:45 am, Probate Dept., located at 191 N. First Street, San Jose, CA 95113. 3. A copy of the Order to Show cause shall be published at least once a week for four successive weeks prior to the date set for hearing on the petition in El Observador, a newspaper of general circulation, printed in the county of Santa Clara.

Jun 21, 2024 Le Jacqueline Duong Judge of the Superior Court June 28, July 5, 12, 19, 2024 Notice of Petition to Administer Estate of Asha Sharma Case No. 24PR197332 1.To all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors, contingent creditors, and persons who may be interested in the will or estate, or both, of ASHA SHARMA. 2.

A Petition for Probate has been filed by Ankur Sharma in the Superior Court of California, County of Santa Clara.

3.The Petition for Probate requests that Ankur Sharma be appointed as personal representative to administer the estate of the decedent. 6. A hearing on the petition will be held in this court as follows: August 02, 2024, at 9:00am, Dept. 1, located at 191 North First Street, San Jose, CA 95113. 7. If you object to the granting of this petition, you should appear at the hearing and state your objections or file written objections with the court before the hearing. Your appearance may be in person or by your attorney. 8.

If you are a creditor or contingent creditor of the decedent, you must file your claim with the court and mail a copy to the personal representative appointed by the court within the later of either: 1) four months from the date of first issuance of letters to a general personal representative as defined in section 58(b) of the California Probate Code, or 2) 60 days from the date of mailing or personal delivery to you of a notice under section 9052 of the California Probate Code. Other California statutes and legal authority may

JUL 12, 2024 - JUL 18, 2024 affect your rights as a creditor. You may want to consult with an attorney knowledgeable in California law. 9. You may examine the file kept by the court. If you are a person interested in the estate, you may file with the court a Request for Special Notice (form DE-154) of the filing of an inventory and appraisal of estate assets or of any petition or account as provided in Probate Code section 1250. A Request for Special Notice form is available from the court clerk.

10. Petitioner: 2010 El Camino Real #1126 Santa Clara, CA 95050 (408)350-0495 June 28, July 5, 12, 2024 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT NO. 706425 The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: TACOS GARCIA LLC, 483 Avalani Ave, San Jose, CA 95133, Santa Clara County. This business is owned by a limited liability company. The name and residence address of the registrant(s) is (are): TACOS GARCIA LLC, 483 Avalani Ave, San Jose, CA 95133. The registrant began transacting business under the fictitious business name(s) listed above on 12/07/2023. This filing is a refile [Change(s) in facts from previous filing] of previous file #: FBN701103. “I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct.” (A registrant who declares as true information which he or she knows to be false is guilty of a crime.) /s/ Josefina Benitez TACOS GARCIA LLC Owner Article/Reg#: 202462311881 Above entity was formed in the state of CA This statement was filed with the Co. ClerkRecorder of Santa Clara County on 5/30/2024.

Regina Alcomendras, County Clerk Recorder By: /s/ Corinne Vasquez, Deputy File No. FBN 706425 June 21, 28, July 5, 12, 2024 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT NO. 706393 The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: WORLD OF DREAMS LEARNING HOME, 750 Baylor Dr, Santa Clara, CA 95051, Santa Clara County. This business is owned by a limited liability company. The name and residence address of the registrant(s) is (are): WORLD OF DREAMS LEARNING HOME LLC, 750 Baylor Drive, Santa

Clara, CA 95051. The registrant began transacting business under the fictitious business name(s) listed above on 05/29/2024. This filing is a first filing. “I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct.” (A registrant who declares as true information which he or she knows to be false is guilty of a crime.) /s/ Cristhian Sanchez WORLD OF DREAMS LEARNING HOME LLC Owner Article/Reg#: 202462317053 Above entity was formed in the state of CA This statement was filed with the Co. ClerkRecorder of Santa Clara County on 5/29/2024.

Regina Alcomendras, County Clerk Recorder By: /s/ Corinne Vasquez, Deputy File No. FBN 706393 June 21, 28, July 5, 12, 2024 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT NO. 706867 The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: 99 HEALTHY WORLD, 6136 Bollinger Road, San Jose, CA 95129, Santa Clara County. This business is owned by a corporation. The name and residence address of the registrant(s) is (are): 99 HEALTHY WORLD, INC, 6163 Bollinger Road, San Jose, CA 95129. The registrant began transacting business under the fictitious business name(s) listed above on 06/07/2024. This filing is a first filing. “I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct.” (A registrant who declares as true information which he or she knows to be false is guilty of a crime.) /s/ Yuhua Jin 99 HEALTHY WORLD, INC CEO Article/Reg#: 3356040 Above entity was formed in the state of CA This statement was filed with the Co. ClerkRecorder of Santa Clara County on 6/12/2024.

Regina Alcomendras, County Clerk Recorder By: /s/ Fraulein Dominguez, Deputy File No. FBN 706867 June 21, 28, July 5, 12, 2024 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT NO. 70703865 The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: GENMOR PLUMBING COMPANY, INC, 75 Phelan Ave Ste 4, San Jose, CA 95112, Santa Clara County. This business is owned by a corporation. The name and residence address of the registrant(s) is (are):

EL OBSERVADOR | www.el-observador.com GENMOR PLUMBING, INC, 75 Phelan Ave Ste 4, San Jose, CA 95112. The registrant began transacting business under the fictitious business name(s) listed above on N/A. This filing is a refile [Change(s) in facts from previous filing] of previous file #: FBN647608. “I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct.” (A registrant who declares as true information which he or she knows to be false is guilty of a crime.) /s/ Genaro Morales GENMOR PLUMBING, INC President Article/Reg#: 3069346 Above entity was formed in the state of CA This statement was filed with the Co. ClerkRecorder of Santa Clara County on 6/18/2024.

Regina Alcomendras, County Clerk Recorder By: /s/ Patty Camarena, Deputy File No. FBN 707038 June 21, 28, July 5, 12, 2024 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT NO. 706968 The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: TOP LEVEL WINDOWS & DOORS, INC, 1725 Rogers Ave, Suite K, San Jose, CA 95112, Santa Clara County. This business is owned by a corporation. The name and residence address of the registrant(s) is (are): TOP LEVEL WINDOWS & DOORS, INC, 2512 Sleepy Hollow Lane, San Jose, CA 95116. The registrant began transacting business under the fictitious business name(s) listed above on 06/01/2024. This filing is a first filing. “I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct.” (A registrant who declares as true information which he or she knows to be false is guilty of a crime.) /s/ Isidro OlmosVelazquez TOP LEVEL WINDOWS & DOORS, INC President Article/Reg#: 6246644 Above entity was formed in the state of CA This statement was filed with the Co. ClerkRecorder of Santa Clara County on 6/17/2024.

Regina Alcomendras, County Clerk Recorder By: /s/ Elaine Fader, Deputy File No. FBN 706968 June 21, 28, July 5, 12, 2024 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT NO. 706805 The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: PARENT SOLUTIONS, 1132 McKendrie St, San Jose, CA 95126, Santa

Clara County. This business is owned by a corporation. The name and residence address of the registrant(s) is (are): Parent Solutions a Licensed Clinical Social Worker Corporation, P.O. Box 111573, Campbell, CA 95011. The registrant began transacting business under the fictitious business name(s) listed above on 4/20/2017. This filing is a refile [Change(s) in facts from previous filing] of previous file #: FBN637490. “I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct.” (A registrant who declares as true information which he or she knows to be false is guilty of a crime.) /s/ Felicia Eliazar Parent Solutions a licensed Clinical Social Worker Corporation CEO Article/Reg#: C4002435 Above entity was formed in the state of CA This statement was filed with the Co. ClerkRecorder of Santa Clara County on 6/11/2024.

Regina Alcomendras, County Clerk Recorder By: /s/ Mike Louie, Deputy File No. FBN 706805 June 21, 28, July 5, 12, 2024 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT NO. 707058 The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: HAPPY LITTLE HEARTS, 182 Rothrock Drive, San Jose, CA 95116, Santa Clara County. This business is owned by an individual. The name and residence address of the registrant(s) is (are): Ruth Abigail Villatoro Robles, 182 Rothrock Drive, San Jose, CA 95116. The registrant began transacting business under the fictitious business name(s) listed above on 6/18/2024. This is a first filing. “I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct.” (A registrant who declares as true information which he or she knows to be false is guilty of a crime.) /s/ Ruth Abigail Villatoro Robles This statement was filed with the Co. ClerkRecorder of Santa Clara County on 6/20/2024.

Regina Alcomendras, County Clerk Recorder By: /s/ Mike Louie, Deputy File No. FBN 706805 June 21, 28, July 5, 12, 2024 STATEMENT OF ABANDONMENT OF USE OF FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME NO. 706842 The following person(s) has / have abandoned the use of the fictitious business name(s): STAGED BY 3, 785

Matthew St, Santa Clara CA, 95050. Filed in Santa Clara County on 01/03/2014 under file no. FBN586546.

Mariella Cantando, 785 Matthew St, Santa Clara, CA 95050. Deborah Drljaca, 785 Matthew St, Santa Clara, CA 95050.

Ann Ridgeway, 785 Matthew St, Santa Clara, CA 95050. This business was conducted by: a corporation. “I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct.” (A registrant who declares as true information which he or she knows to be false is guilty of a crime.) /s/ Deborah Drljaca, CFO This statement was filed with the Co. Clerk Recorder of Santa Clara County on 6/12/2024.

Regina Alcomendras, County Clerk Recorder By: /s/ Patty Camarena, Deputy File No. FBN706842 June 21, 28, July 5, 12, 2024 ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME NO. 24CV441235 Superior Court of California, County of Santa Clara-In the matter of the application of: Yishan Guo INTERESTED PERSONS: 1. Petitioner(s) Yishan Guo has filed a petition for Change of Name with the clerk of this court for a decree changing names as follows: a. Chloe Xiao to Chloe Guo 2. THE COURT ORDERS that all persons interested in this matter appear before this court at the hearing indicated below to show cause, if any, why the petition for change of name should not be granted.

Any person objecting to the name changes described above must file written objection that includes the reasons for the objection at least two court days before the matter is scheduled to be heard and must appear at the hearing to show cause why the petition should not be granted.

If no written objection is timely filed, the court may grant the petition without a hearing. NOTICE OF HEARING: Date: 9/03/2024 at 8:45 am, Probate Dept., located at 191 N. First Street, San Jose, CA 95113. 3. A copy of the Order to Show cause shall be published at least once a week for four successive weeks prior to the date set for hearing on the petition in El Observador, a newspaper of general circulation, printed in the county of Santa Clara.

June 17, 2024 Le Jacqueline Duong Judge of the Superior Court June 21, 28, July 5, 12, 2024

ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME NO. 24CV438917 Superior Court of California, County of Santa Clara-In the matter of the application of: Dimiter Stafanov Panchev INTERESTED PERSONS: 1. Petitioner(s) Dimiter Stefanov Panchev has filed a petition for Change of Name with the clerk of this court for a decree changing names as follows: a. Dimiter Stefanov Panchev to Dimitar Panchev Zelenkov 2. THE COURT ORDERS that all persons interested in this matter appear before this court at the hearing indicated below to show cause, if any, why the petition for change of name should not be granted.

Any person objecting to the name changes described above must file written objection that includes the reasons for the objection at least two court days before the matter is scheduled to be heard and must appear at the hearing to show cause why the petition should not be granted.

If no written objection is timely filed, the court may grant the petition without a hearing. NOTICE OF HEARING: Date: 8/06/2024 at 8:45 am, Probate Dept., located at 191 N. First Street, San Jose, CA 95113. 3. A copy of the Order to Show cause shall be published at least once a week for four successive weeks prior to the date set for hearing on the petition in El Observador, a newspaper of general circulation, printed in the county of Santa Clara.

May 14, 2024 Le Jacqueline Duong Judge of the Superior Court June 21, 28, July 5, 12, 2024 ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME NO. 24CV440152 Superior Court of California, County of Santa Clara-In the matter of the application of: Adiam Tewelde Gebremedhn INTERESTED PERSONS: 1. Petitioner(s) Adiam Tewelde Gebremedhn has filed a petition for Change of Name with the clerk of this court for a decree changing names as follows: a. Adiam Tewelde Gebremedhn to Adiam Tewelde 2. THE COURT ORDERS that all persons interested in this matter appear before this court at the hearing indicated below to show cause, if any, why the petition for change of name should not be granted.

Any person objecting to the name changes described above must file written objection that includes the reasons for the objection at least two court days before the

CLASSIFIEDS / LEGALS matter is scheduled to be heard and must appear at the hearing to show cause why the petition should not be granted.

If no written objection is timely filed, the court may grant the petition without a hearing. NOTICE OF HEARING: Date: 8/13/2024 at 8:45 am, Probate Dept., located at 191 N. First Street, San Jose, CA 95113. 3. A copy of the Order to Show cause shall be published at least once a week for four successive weeks prior to the date set for hearing on the petition in El Observador, a newspaper of general circulation, printed in the county of Santa Clara.

May 30, 2024 Le Jacqueline Duong Judge of the Superior Court June 21, 28, July 5, 12, 2024 ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME NO. 24CV439187 Superior Court of California, County of Santa Clara-In the matter of the application of: Andre Thomas ScottWaikar INTERESTED PERSONS: 1. Petitioner(s) Andre Thomas ScottWaikar has filed a petition for Change of Name with the clerk of this court for a decree changing names as follows: a. Andre Thomas Scott-Waikar to Andre Waikar 2. THE COURT ORDERS that all persons interested in this matter appear before this court at the hearing indicated below to show cause, if any, why the petition for change of name should not be granted.

Any person objecting to the name changes described above must file written objection that includes the reasons for the objection at least two court days before the matter is scheduled to be heard and must appear at the hearing to show cause why the petition should not be granted.

If no written objection is timely filed, the court may grant the petition without a hearing. NOTICE OF HEARING: Date: 8/06/2024 at 8:45 am, Probate Dept., located at 191 N. First Street, San Jose, CA 95113. 3. A copy of the Order to Show cause shall be published at least once a week for four successive weeks prior to the date set for hearing on the petition in El Observador, a newspaper of general circulation, printed in the county of Santa Clara.

May 20, 2024 Le Jacqueline Duong Judge of the Superior Court June 21, 28, July 5, 12, 2024 ORDER TO SHOW

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CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME NO. 24CV441259 Superior Court of California, County of Santa Clara-In the matter of the application of: Liudmyla Mukhina. INTERESTED PERSONS: 1. Petitioner(s) : Liudmyla Mukhina has filed a petition for Change of Name with the clerk of this court for a decree changing names as follows: a. Liudmyla Mukhina to Liudmyla Orlova. 2. THE COURT ORDERS that all persons interested in this matter appear before this court at the hearing indicated below to show cause, if any, why the petition for change of name should not be granted.

Any person objecting to the name changes described above must file written objection that includes the reasons for the objection at least two court days before the matter is scheduled to be heard and must appear at the hearing to show cause why the petition should not be granted.

If no written objection is timely filed, the court may grant the petition without a hearing. NOTICE OF HEARING: Date: 9/03/2024 at 8:45 am, Probate Dept., located at 191 N. First Street, San Jose, CA 95113. 3. A copy of the Order to Show cause shall be published at least once a week for four successive weeks prior to the date set for hearing on the petition in El Observador, a newspaper of general circulation, printed in the county of Santa Clara.

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La Oficina de Asuntos Culturales de la Ciudad de San José presentan

Gratis Jueves 6–9 p.m.

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Vogue/Waacking

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Country Line Dancing

Circle of Palms Centro de San José

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EL KARMA Y LA MAGIA RITUAL

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Mario Jiménez Castillo El Observador l termino "Karma" proviene del sánscrito 'karman" que significa acción y reacción de la voluntad.

Toda acción buena o mala, siempre causa una reacción en la energía en donde se originó. El karma es la ley universal que ha regido al hombre desde el inicio de los tiempos, también conocida como "ley de la compensación".

Toda energía que enviamos nos es retribuida a corto o a largo plazo. Existen aquellos que piensan que el karma puede ser negativo o fatal, y por eso creen que les afectará durante toda la vida. El karma puede ser orientado hacia el bien o hacia el mal, somos nosotros mismos quienes lo programamos con la energía de nuestra propia voluntad.

EL karma es como un bumerang, si hace bien recibe bien y si hace mal recibe mal. La ley de la compensación es la ley de la causalidad y no de la casualidad, porque toda causa tiene su efecto, tanto en el plano material como en el espiritual. Para atraer un karma benéfico es necesario obrar de buena manera; con amor, con entusiasmo, compasión, generosidad y buenos deseos, de ese modo el karma se convertirá en recompensa.

Cómo prepararse para realizar rituales

de magia ritual

del balance perfecto del universo".

Si ha de efectuar un ritual de magia, lo principal es gozar de un buen estado anímico y emocional, además de contar con buenos deseos y con los propósitos correctos. Si le es posible utilice prendas de vestir de color blanco, medite por unos diez minutos, haga oración y decrete bendiciones antes de iniciar el ritual.

Para contar con buena salud y para librarse de malas vibras

Una vez iniciado el proceso, concentre toda su energía y sus deseos en el propósito por el cual se realiza la magia. Existen rituales ocasionales y otros que se realizan en varias ocasiones o en días consecutivos. La buena disposición y la constancia son factores esenciales para que un ritual cumpla con su cometido.

Cada propósito es diferente y tiene por consiguiente un día o una fecha especial para su realización, que debe tomarse en cuenta para que el resultado sea el esperado. Nunca realice un ritual de magia si se siente triste, deprimido, enfermo o de mal humor, ya que la energía en ese momento podría actuar anular el propósito del ritual.

Al finalizar el ritual se agradece a las fuerzas de la naturaleza y se recita el siguiente decreto: "Que este ritual sea en beneficio de mis semejantes, la naturaleza, el cosmos y al mismo tiempo forme parte

Rece diariamente la oración a Jesús sacramentado y la oración al Sagrado Corazón de Jesús.

Para procurar ayuda en casos de enfermedad, se recomienda ofrendar velas blancas y pedirle a los médicos celestiales; San Rafael Arcángel, San Lázaro, San Roque, San Juan de Dios, la Virgen de la Merced, Virgen del Rosario y Virgen de Lourdes. Para sanar prontamente de una enfermedad o de una cirugía, se reza una novena a la Madre Teresa de Calcuta.

Para sanar de enfermedades incurables, pídale con fe a la Virgen de Regla.

En caso de enfermedades desconocidas y padecimientos difíciles de sanar, se aconseja hacerle una novena a San Camilo de Lelis y otra al Santo Doctor José Gregorio Hernández.

Para pacientes graves, se ofrendan velas blancas a la Virgen de Lourdes, a la Virgen de los Ángeles, a la Virgen del Perpetuo Socorro, a la Virgen de Covadonga y a María Auxiliadora. Para gozar de buena salud mental o si se padecen desórdenes emocionales, rece con fe a Santa Dymphna.

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SABÍA QUE…

Usted puede donar una parte del hígado de forma segura.

El hígado se regenera en aproximadamente 2 meses.1 La donación de órganos en vida salva las vidas de miles de personas cada año mientras decenas de miles de personas siguen esperando un trasplante compatible. Stanford Health Care contribuye a educar al público con respecto a la donación de riñón, hígado y otros tejidos vivos, ya que salvar vidas comienza por entender lo que está en juego.

Para obtener más información sobre la donación de órganos en vida, consulte: stanfordhealthcare.org/livingdonor

1."Making an informed decision: Recovery from surgery," United Network for Organ Sharing, accessed April 4, 2023, https://unos.org/transplant/living-donation/