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New model continues rollout of the 10th-generation Civic lineup and introduces new Sport and Sport Touring trims Hatchback provides appealing combination of sporty styling, efficiency, versatility and premium contentAll trims powered by 1.5-liter DOHC direct-injected turbo engine. TORRANCE, Calif. –The striking 2017 Civic Hatchback joins the 2016 Civic Sedan and Coupe as the third body style in the 10th-generation Civic lineup. Combining Euro-inspired styling and 5-door hatchback versatility with world-class driving dynamics and Honda direct-injected turbo engine technology, the Civic Hatchback is designed for buyers seeking an even more expressive, sporty and versatile Civic. The 2017 Civic Hatchback will begin to arrive at dealers Monday with a starting manufacturer’s suggested retail price of $19,7001 for the LX with 6-speed manual transmission. Built on the same world-class platform as the Civic Sedan and Coupe, the 2017 Civic Hatchback offers an appealing combination of sporty styling, efficiency, interior utility and premium features. The Civic Hatchback is available in five trims: LX, Sport, EX, EX-L Navi and a new line-topping Sport Touring4 version. All models are equipped with a 1.5-liter DOHC direct-injected and turbocharged in-line 4-cylinder engine with peak outputs of 174 horsepower2 in LX, EX and EX-L Navi trims, and 180 horsepower2 in the Sport and Sport Touring trims which feature a dual-outlet center-mounted exhaust and are designed to benefit from premium unleaded fuel. Powertrain The Civic Hatchback’s turbocharged engine can be mated to either a sporty CVT (all trims) or a quick-shifting 6-speed manual transmission (LX and Sport trims) and boasts class-leading EPA fuel economy Read More …

PIMENTEL, PACQUIAO MEET CHESS LEGEND EUGENE TORRE: Senate President Koko Pimentel (2nd from right) along with Senate Committee on Sports Chairman Senator Manny Pacquiao (2nd from left), meet Filipino chess legend Eugene Torre (right) , Asia’s first chess grandmaster, during a courtesy call on Monday, October 3, 2016. Torre won a bronze medal at board three of the 2nd World Chess Olympiad in Baku, Azerbaijan last month. Also in photo is ex-PBA cager Zaldy Realubit (left)..(MNS photo) MANILA (Mabuhay) — The Commission on Appointments (CA) on Wednesday deferred the ad interim appointment of Energy Secretary Alfonso Cusi over questions on data on barangay electrification. Senator Panfilo Lacson raised the question during the hearing, as he pointed out that Cusi’s professional background and experience are related to the logistics and transportation industry. Cusi told the CA committee on energy that electrification in barangays is now 100 percent despite the fact that not all households have access to electricity. “We cannot say barangays are 100-percent powered by electricity when a few sitios in those barangays, wala din kuryente,” Lacson said. At one point, Lacson threatened to invoke Section 20 of the CA rules, which gives any member of the commission the power to suspend the consideration of an appointment. Senate President Aquilino “Koko” Pimentel III and Senator Alan Peter Cayetano, both allies of President Rodrigo Duterte, then came to the confirmation hearing and were seen approaching Lacson. Cusi was the former vice chairman of the PDP-Laban, the political party of Duterte and Read More …

Eligible immigrants strongly urged to take the first step now to have a chance of becoming a U.S. citizen before November election Over 300,000 Asian immigrants in L.A. County currently eligible to naturalize and become a U.S. Citizen LOS ANGELES – Asian Americans Advancing Justice-Los Angeles (Advancing Justice-LA), in close partnership with community-based organizations and local government, announced an unprecedented campaign to encourage and increase the number of Asian American immigrants applying for U.S. citizenship. Community based organizations serving the Asian American community will receive additional funding and support to process citizenship applications. In addition, Asian ethnic media will be invited to join the effort as official campaign partners, to promote the benefits of citizenship. In Los Angeles County, over 300,000 Asian American immigrants are currently legal permanent residents who are eligible to naturalize and become U.S. citizens. “The United States was founded by immigrants and continues to thrive because of the contributions of immigrants,” said Stewart Kwoh, President and Executive Director of Asian Americans Advancing Justice – LA. “For many Asian Americans, the risk of leaving their native countries in pursuit of better opportunities outweighed all their fears of the unknown. Today, we are launching ‘Endless Possibilities. Citizenship Now!’ in seven Asian languages, drawing on an unprecedented partnership between nonprofits, government, and media, with the purpose of reminding immigrants that citizenship is a pathway to the many benefits and opportunities many hoped to achieve for themselves and their families by coming to America.” “More than 1 million people in Los Read More …

One of the greatest attributes of America in being a great world power is its ability to harness the multifarious talents and gifted minds of its mosaic demographics. The country is likened magnets that lure talented people from many nations of the world with its offer of unmatched opportunities abound for those willing to work hard. Creativity puts no limits anyone entering its gates to achieve their dreams. The Asian Business Association of Orange County (ABAOC) whose membership represents a tapestry of many cultures from around the world has constantly been at the forefront of a movement to harness the full potentials of its people who have come the represent California’ varied demographics. Inspiration to others: The secrets of the business success of Twin Eagles Inc., (manufacturer of high-end grilling and barbeque system) run byFilipino-American entrepreneurs Dante and Fanny Antal, and KCAL Insurance Agency of Kenny Chang, (CEO and Founder), and his daughter, Angela Chang (Chief Strategy Officer), had been shared to the attendees of Asian Business Association of Orange County-sponsored BMW-Procon Business Matchmaking and Procurement Conference at Disney’s Paradise Pier in Anaheim last Sept. 23. Founded in 1992 as a nonprofits organization to meet the needs of the growing Asian businesses in one of the most populous counties in California with its more than 3 million in 34 cities, ABAOC envisions to provide Asian Americans the opportunity to “gain access to economic advancement by way of networking, education and community representation”. For decades, ABAOC has led in successfully organizing Read More …

By Jelly F. Musico PHILIPPINE SEA (Oct. 5, 2016) US Navy personnel verify the serial number of an air-to-air missile attached to an F/A-18E Super Hornet on the flight deck of the Navy’s only forward-deployed aircraft carrier, USS Ronald Reagan. The ship is on patrol supporting security and stability in the Indo-Asia-Pacific region. (U.S. Navy photo by Petty Officer 3rd Class Nathan Burke/Released) MANILA  (PNA) — Presidential Spokesperson Ernesto Abella on Wednesday said the legal team of President Rodrigo Duterte is now reviewing the Philippines-United States’ Enhanced Defense Cooperation Agreement (EDCA). ”Regarding the EDCA needing a President’s signature, I just like to say that the President’s legal team is currently addressing the matter,” Abella said in a press briefing. During last Sunday’s 37th Maskara Festival in Bacolod City, President Duterte said the EDCA was just an executive agreement since it was not signed by former President Benigno Aquino III. President Duterte has said EDCA was signed in 2014 only by former Defense Secretary Voltaire Gazmin and US Ambassador to the Philippines Philip Goldberg. Last Monday, President Duterte said he might, under his presidency, break up ties with America and would rather establish alliances with Russia and China. ”He said that he might, okay? Let’s base in on that. He might. It is not a definite yes, it’s not a definite no. He said he might. Okay?,” Abella clarified when asked for comment. Abella also explained that President Duterte is not leaning towards Russia and China. ”It (is) just that he Read More …