Bonta authors plan to end child poverty

 General
Feb 282016
 
Bonta authors plan to end child poverty

Bill to identify, prevent, and heal childhood trauma receives strong support from CDF Assemblymember Rob Bonta (Sacramento, CA) – At the State Capitol, the Children’s Defense Fund of California (CDF) released its 2016 plan to end child poverty, ensure educational equity, provide access to health care, and transform justice systems for youth. Assemblymember Rob Bonta (D-Oakland) authored a key part of the plan with his AB 1644 which helps schools identify, prevent, and heal the impacts of violence and trauma on children and youth. The bill is sponsored by the Office of the Attorney General, Children Now, and Time for Kids. “AB 1644 will help combat one of the greatest public health crises of our time: adverse childhood experiences and trauma,” explained Bonta. “Childhood exposure to abuse, neglect, and other traumatic experiences has lifelong health impacts. Adverse Childhood Experiences, or ACES, expose children to toxic stress, keeping them in a constant state of fight-or-flight, taking years off their lives and damaging their health. The earlier we address the impacts of ACES on children, the more likely they are to succeed in school and in to adulthood. “To help children exposed to abuse, neglect, and other traumatic experiences, including gun violence, we need to build systems instead of silos. We can do this through a more complete integration of educational, criminal justice, healthcare, mental health, and public health services as well as private sector solutions.” Bonta concluded, “I’m proud to author AB 1644 with the support of Attorney General Kamala Harris Read More …

BEPS Action Plan 3: Designing effective controlled foreign company rules

 Economy
Feb 282016
 

A “controlled foreign company” (CFC) is, as the name implies, a foreign company or subsidiary owned by a parent company which is situated in a country different from the parent company’s country of residence. The tax laws of many countries, including the Philippines, do not tax the CFC’s parent company on the CFC’s net income after tax (NIAT) unless the NIAT is distributed as dividends. CFC rules and other anti-deferral rules combat opportunities for profit shifting and long-term deferral of taxation by enabling jurisdictions to tax income earned by foreign subsidiaries where certain conditions are met.

‘Bamboo Flowers’ charms US audiences at 8TH Bridges to the World Film Fest

 Entertainment
Feb 262016
 
‘Bamboo Flowers’ charms US audiences at 8TH Bridges to the World Film Fest

Washington, D.C. – “Bamboo Flowers,” a critically acclaimed film by multi-awarded director Maryo J. delos Reyes, charmed audiences during the 8th Bridges to the World Film Festival held at six separate venues in Maryland. The Bridges to the World Film Festival is an annual flagship event organized by the World Artists Experiences (WAE), a non-profit organization with the mission to bridge international understanding through cultural and citizen diplomacy. “World Artists Experiences (WAE) looks forward to presenting the film, Bamboo Flowers, in partnership with the Embassy of the Philippines, as way to bridge our people and countries. The film is a wonderful means of people being taken to the Philippines and better understanding the spirit of the people, the culture, and the country through the arts,” WAE President and founder Betty McGinnis said. “We celebrate the Philippines-US relations for over seventy years. Our hope is that WAE can continue to build bridges between the people of the Philippines and the US,” she added. “Bamboo Flowers” is a 2013 production that tells the stories of diverse characters experiencing major changes to their otherwise idyllic lives in the Philippine province of Bohol. It takes on themes such as school bullying, urban migration and vice versa, the problematic path of establishing careers and making ends meet in a limited economic environment. “The Philippines has so much to offer in terms of culture and heritage. ‘Bamboo Flowers’ is only one of the many Philippine films that have been able to successfully combine exposition of local Read More …

Marcos, Cory and Noynoy

 Entertainment
Feb 262016
 
Marcos, Cory and Noynoy

Thirty years after the EDSA Revolution, the Philippines has gone from bad to worse. Most people will say that the Edsa Revolution did not change the lives of millions of Filipinos for the better. But not the Aquinos, Cojuangcos, Oretas and their cronies. These people made a fortune by cornering all lucrative government contracts and running the “billion peso-jueteng” syndicate  in the country during the six-year presidential term of Cory Aquino. Since the ouster of former President Ferdinand Marcos  in 1986, corruption in government has become more pervasive, particularly in Congress.The pockets of lawmakers are bulging with P1000 bills, courtesy of President Aquino and Budget Secretary Florencio Abad, through the DAP and PDAF scheme. There is widespread poverty in the country, sale and distribution of illegal drugs remain unabated and the unemployment rate keeps soaring, prompting more Filipinos to seek employment overseas. Even members of the Philippine National Police (PNP) have been involved in either holdups, gun-for-hire killings and carnappings, to augment their meager earnings or support their vices in life. The only thing visible that has changed after the Edsa Revolution is the transformation of Hacienda Luisita from being an outmoded sugar mills plantation to one of the best and modern sugar mills plantation in Asia. Of course, Hacienda Luisita is owned by the family of the late former President Cory Aquino, mother of current President Aquino, who was installed as Philippine President after Marcos was ousted through a bloodless military coup in 1986. Even the roads leading to Hacienda Read More …

Marian gives advice to Maine: Just enjoy it

 Entertainment
Feb 262016
 
Marian gives advice to Maine: Just enjoy it

Marian Rivera (MNS Photo) Marian Rivera was feted by GMA7 in a solo presscon for her comeback in showbiz after giving birth to Baby Zia. “Parang naninibago ako,” she says as she sits down on the presidential table. “Hindi na ako sanay.” So how is it to be a mom? “Sobrang saya, hindi mo maikukumpara to anything else. Naging kumpleto ang pagkatao ko, ang pagkababae ko. “Hands on ako, eh. Wala kaming yaya. Breastfed siya sa’kin. ‘Pag umaalis ako, nagpa-pump ako at iniiwan ko para may madede siya. Naiiwan siya sa mommy ko at sa lola ko, o kaya sa mommy ni Dong. Mas kampante kasi ako kung kamag-anak ang napag-iiwanan ko.” And how’s Dong as a husband? “Wala akong mairereklamo. Napaka-supportive niya sa akin. Tinutulungan niya akong magpaligo. Kung may trabaho siya, kapag break time, kahit malayo, uuwi ‘yan para lang makita ang baby namin. Kung minsan, mas matagal pa ‘yung travel time niya dahil sa traffic kaysa sa time na ini-stay niya with Baby Zia. Very responsible dad.” She’ll be back in “Sunday Pinasaya” and ready to do dance numbers again. “Pero gusto ko, paghandaan munang mabuti at hindi ‘yung masabi lang nagsayaw ako ng one-two step.” ALDub Maine Mendoza and Alden Richards (MNS photo) A talk show about her experiences as wife and homemaker is also being prepared for her. “I look forward to that. Meron ding inihahandang show for us ni Dong but later pa siguro. Meantime, I agreed to do the role of Inang Reyna Read More …

PNoy: Marcos years not ‘golden age’ of PHL

 Entertainment
Feb 262016
 
PNoy: Marcos years not ‘golden age’ of PHL

A Simba armored fighting vehicle bedecked with flowers and with soldiers and a military chaplain on board was among the features of the reenactment of the famous 1986 “Salubungan” in front of the Corinthian Gardens along Epifanio Delos Santos Avenue in Quezon City during the celebration of the 30th anniversary of the EDSA People Power Revolution on Thursday (Feb. 25, 2016). (MNS photo) MANILA (Mabuhay) — President Benigno Aquino III on Thursday morning lashed out at those saying the Marcos years were the “golden age” of the Philippines. “Napapailing na lang ako, dahil may nagsasabi raw na ang panahon ni Ginoong Marcos ang siyang ‘golden age’ ng Pilipinas. Siguro golden days para sa kanya—matapos masagad ang termino, gumawa siya ng paraan na kumapit sa kapangyarihan,” he said. “Golden age nga po siguro noon para sa mga crony ni Ginoong Marcos, at sa mga dikit sa kanya,” Aquino added. Aquino, only son of popular opposition leader Senator Benigno “Ninoy” Aquino, Jr. and former President Corazon Aquino, said the government’s debt ballooned to P192.2 billion after Marcos’ term. He also cited several abuses committed by the Marcos regime against the Moro people, and the so-called brain drain during that period. “Sa nagsasabing hindi dapat sisihin si Ginoong Marcos sa mga pangyayari sa ilalim ng kanyang rehimen, ang tugon natin: Hindi ba kung sinamsam mo ang lahat ng kapangyarihan, dapat angkinin mo rin ang lahat ng responsibilidad?” he said. “Hayagan kong sinasabi ngayon, bilang bahagi ng henerasyong pinagdusa ng diktadurya: Hindi golden age Read More …

Martial law victims get special honors on 30th EDSA anniversary

 Entertainment
Feb 262016
 
Martial law victims get special honors on 30th EDSA anniversary

Human rights advocates and relatives pay respect to victims of martial law at the Bantayog ng mga Bayani, in commemoration of the 30th anniversary of the 1986 EDSA People Power Revolution, Wednesday. Amid the vice-presidential bid of Senator Bongbong Marcos, the group urged the public to be discerning and vigilant about a possible return to authoritarian rule.(MNS photo) MANILA  (Mabuhay) – Victims of martial law were given special honors on the 30th anniversary of the People Power uprising that won for the country its freedom from the dictatorial regime of the late strongman Ferdinand Marcos. During the wreath-laying ceremony at the Bantayog ng mga Bayani (Wall of Remembrance) in Quezon City, the Bantayog Foundation stressed the sacrifices of those who were killed and had died in the struggle to restore our democracy. “Dito sa Bantayog, inaalala natin ang mga taong nag-alay ng kanilang buhay alang-alang sa demokrasya na ating tinatamasa ngayon,” said Cristina Rodriguez,  Bantayog Foundation executive director. Rodriguez also said that the young should be taught about the hardships during Martial Law, and that they should be encouraged to value the victims’ sacrifices. Also, she urged people to work together to prevent the return of military rule in our country. “Layunin ng foundation ay maituro sa kabataan ang mga alala ng mga taong nag-alay ng kanilang buhay para sa kalayaan … at kumilos upang hindi na maulit ang karahasan ng martial law,” she added. According to her, the Bantayog ng mga Bayani, located at corner of EDSA and Quezon Read More …

President Aquino laments non-passage of draft Bangsamoro Law during EDSA revolt commemoration

 Entertainment
Feb 262016
 
President Aquino laments non-passage of draft Bangsamoro Law during EDSA revolt commemoration

Liberal Party (LP) chairman President Benigno S. Aquino III delivers his speech during the Meeting with Local Leaders and the Community at the PAG-ASA Gymnasium in Barangay F.E, Marcos, San Jose City, Nueva Ecija on Wednesday. (MNS photo) MANILA (Mabuhay) — President Benigno S. Aquino III on Thursday expressed his frustration over the non-passage of the Bangsamoro Basic Law (BBL), which he said was deliberately derailed by opposition senators. In his speech during the 30th anniversary celebration of the EDSA People Power Revolution, the President recalled the excesses committed by former president Ferdinand Marcos to Muslim Filipinos during Martial Law. He said Marcos and his minions seized lands and tolerated those who committed abuses. “Imbes na katarungan ang gawing tugon, o gumawa ng batas para isaayos ang sitwasyon, Philippine Constabulary at Sandatahang Lakas ang itinulak na solusyon,” he said. With regards to the Mindanao peace process, the Chief Executive said the government and the Moro Islamic Liberation Front have come up with the Framework Agreement and the Comprehensive Agreement on the Bangsamoro, and have worked hard to pass the BBlL. The President said it is regrettable that the BBL, which is expected to bring lasting peace to the region, has not been passed by Congress. “Nanghihinayang ako, dahil ang tanging batas na maghahatid ng katarungan at kapayapaan, sadya pa po talagang hinarang,” he said. “At di po ba: Ang BBL, naipit sa Senado sa kumite para sa lokal na gobyerno, na pinamumunuan ni Senador (Bongbong) Marcos? Di ba nung pinakahuling Read More …

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