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The famous Playboy Mansion is for sale to anyone willing to pay $200 million (P9.45 billion) The mansion is owned by 89-year-old Hugh Hefner, who also owns Playboy Enterprises One condition for prospective buyers is that they will allow Hefner to stay in the mansion until he dies LOS ANGELES, California – The Playboy Mansion is up for grabs on buyers who are willing to pay a not so little amount. The famous mansion, which was built in 1927, is owned by Hugh Hefner, who is also the owner of Playboy magazine. The mansion will be listed for sale over the next month and Playboy Enterprises is wanting, at least, $200 million (P9.45 billion) for it. An article by TMZ published on January 9 said the six-acre Holmby Hills estate has been described as a “tear-down,” with much of its value actually compared from the acreage. However, it is unlikely that the mansion will be sold at the desired price. Reports said the property has recently gone for $60 million. But given the mansion’s history, the property might increase between $80 million and $90 million. An article by Anneta Konstantinides for Mail Online published on January 9 said that the buyer of the mansion should give 89-year-old Hefner a life estate, meaning he can continue to live there until he passes away. Reports said that prospective buyer will be allowed to tour the property, however, the star’s bedroom is off limits. Photo Credit: Getty Images An article by Alistair McGeorge for The Mirror said that Playboy magazine revealed its final nude cover prints, and made the final decision to stop publishing photos of naked women. The magazine had been famous for its “bunny girls” which long-list includes huge names like Baywatch star Pamela Anderson and supermodel Kate Moss. The move to change the content of the magazine aims to make it more accessible to the public, as it enters its 63rd year. “You’re now one click away from every sex act imaginable for free. And so it’s just passe at this juncture,” said Cory Jones, the chief content office of the magazine, in an interview last year. “Don’t get me wrong. Twelve-year-old me is very disappointed in current me. But it’s the right thing to do,” he added. #RagnarokConnection

Court of Appeals Associate Justice Mariflor Punzalan-Castillo was asked by the JBC what would she tell Pia Wurtzbach if she ever meets her The CA Justice tells the JBC that she would tell Pia that bringing US bases back is unconstitutional Justice Castillo is eyeing a spot in the Supreme Court Justice Castillo tells the JBC she would rule to strike down EDCA MANILA – The Miss Universe fever has apparently reached the halls of justice in the Philippines. A Court of Appeals Justice was confronted with a question regarding Miss Universe 2015 Pia Alonzo Wurtzbach while being interviewed by the Judicial and Bar Council (JBC) for a position in the Supreme Court. Court of Appeals Associate Justice Mariflor Punzalan-Castillo was asked a question from Twitter about what would she tell the reigning Miss Universe if she ever meet her. Expanding on the question, the JBC panel asked Castillo what she would tell her in light of her answer during the Question and Answer portion of the pageant. “Our representative [in the Miss Universe pageant] was asked if, let’s say a US military presence would be restored, how would she feel about it. What would you tell her?” the JBC asked Castillo. Castillo answered that she would tell her that that bringing back US military bases is unconstitutional. It can be recalled that the Filipino-German beauty queen was asked about her thoughts on possibly bringing back military bases to the Philippines. The 26-year-old candidate answered: “I think that the US and the Philippines have always had a good relationship with each other. We’ve been colonized by the Americans and we have their culture in our traditions even up to this day. The Philippines is very welcoming with the Americans and I don’t see any problem with that at all.” Castillo, in her interview, explained that “it is stated in the Constitution that there should be no military base [in the Philippines] unless concurred by Congress or approved by the people in a plebiscite.” According to an article by Mark Merueñas of GMA News, US bases in Subic were removed in 1991 but last year Philippine and American officials signed the Enhanced Defense Cooperation Agreement, which will allow an enlarged rotational presence of American troops in the country. It was signed hours before US President Barack Obama arrived in Manila for a two-day state visit. There is currently a pending petition with the Supreme Court seeking to nullify the defense pact. When Castillo was questioned about the EDCA petition, she said she would vote to strike down the bilateral defense deal. “Strictly speaking, the Supreme Court can pass on the constitutionality of an executive agreement. I think I would declare it unconstitutional because US personnel and troops are here because of that. Structures are being built to store their weapons,” Castillo said. She confessed, however, that it would be hard to secure an undivided ruling from a collegial body like the Supreme Court, especially in the context of alleged security threats posed by China over the territorial disputes on the South China Sea, according to an article by Leonardo Postrado of the Manila Bulletin. “I think there would be no unanimous decision because China is really a bully right now,”” said Castillo, when asked if she thinks it wise to have US presence here to counter China’s military strength. According to an article by Perfecto T. Raymundo Jr. of Philippine News Agency which is posted on InterAksyon, Castillo is the head of the Court of Appeals ethics committee. She last applied for the Supreme Court in 2010 but chose to delay it until now because she wanted to clear her case backlogs first. #RagnarokConnection

The famous Playboy Mansion is for sale to anyone willing to pay $200 million (P9.45 billion) The mansion is owned by 89-year-old Hugh Hefner, who also owns Playboy Enterprises One condition for prospective buyers is that they will allow Hefner to stay in the mansion until he dies LOS ANGELES, California – The Playboy Mansion is up for grabs on buyers who are willing to pay a not so little amount. The famous mansion, which was built in 1927, is owned by Hugh Hefner, who is also the owner of Playboy magazine. The mansion will be listed for sale over the next month and Playboy Enterprises is wanting, at least, $200 million (P9.45 billion) for it. An article by TMZ published on January 9 said the six-acre Holmby Hills estate has been described as a “tear-down,” with much of its value actually compared from the acreage. However, it is unlikely that the mansion will be sold at the desired price. Reports said the property has recently gone for $60 million. But given the mansion’s history, the property might increase between $80 million and $90 million. An article by Anneta Konstantinides for Mail Online published on January 9 said that the buyer of the mansion should give 89-year-old Hefner a life estate, meaning he can continue to live there until he passes away. Reports said that prospective buyer will be allowed to tour the property, however, the star’s bedroom is off limits. Photo Credit: Getty Images An article by Alistair McGeorge for The Mirror said that Playboy magazine revealed its final nude cover prints, and made the final decision to stop publishing photos of naked women. The magazine had been famous for its “bunny girls” which long-list includes huge names like Baywatch star Pamela Anderson and supermodel Kate Moss. The move to change the content of the magazine aims to make it more accessible to the public, as it enters its 63rd year. “You’re now one click away from every sex act imaginable for free. And so it’s just passe at this juncture,” said Cory Jones, the chief content office of the magazine, in an interview last year. “Don’t get me wrong. Twelve-year-old me is very disappointed in current me. But it’s the right thing to do,” he added. #RagnarokConnection

Court of Appeals Associate Justice Mariflor Punzalan-Castillo was asked by the JBC what would she tell Pia Wurtzbach if she ever meets her The CA Justice tells the JBC that she would tell Pia that bringing US bases back is unconstitutional Justice Castillo is eyeing a spot in the Supreme Court Justice Castillo tells the JBC she would rule to strike down EDCA MANILA – The Miss Universe fever has apparently reached the halls of justice in the Philippines. A Court of Appeals Justice was confronted with a question regarding Miss Universe 2015 Pia Alonzo Wurtzbach while being interviewed by the Judicial and Bar Council (JBC) for a position in the Supreme Court. Court of Appeals Associate Justice Mariflor Punzalan-Castillo was asked a question from Twitter about what would she tell the reigning Miss Universe if she ever meet her. Expanding on the question, the JBC panel asked Castillo what she would tell her in light of her answer during the Question and Answer portion of the pageant. “Our representative [in the Miss Universe pageant] was asked if, let’s say a US military presence would be restored, how would she feel about it. What would you tell her?” the JBC asked Castillo. Castillo answered that she would tell her that that bringing back US military bases is unconstitutional. It can be recalled that the Filipino-German beauty queen was asked about her thoughts on possibly bringing back military bases to the Philippines. The 26-year-old candidate answered: “I think that the US and the Philippines have always had a good relationship with each other. We’ve been colonized by the Americans and we have their culture in our traditions even up to this day. The Philippines is very welcoming with the Americans and I don’t see any problem with that at all.” Castillo, in her interview, explained that “it is stated in the Constitution that there should be no military base [in the Philippines] unless concurred by Congress or approved by the people in a plebiscite.” According to an article by Mark Merueñas of GMA News, US bases in Subic were removed in 1991 but last year Philippine and American officials signed the Enhanced Defense Cooperation Agreement, which will allow an enlarged rotational presence of American troops in the country. It was signed hours before US President Barack Obama arrived in Manila for a two-day state visit. There is currently a pending petition with the Supreme Court seeking to nullify the defense pact. When Castillo was questioned about the EDCA petition, she said she would vote to strike down the bilateral defense deal. “Strictly speaking, the Supreme Court can pass on the constitutionality of an executive agreement. I think I would declare it unconstitutional because US personnel and troops are here because of that. Structures are being built to store their weapons,” Castillo said. She confessed, however, that it would be hard to secure an undivided ruling from a collegial body like the Supreme Court, especially in the context of alleged security threats posed by China over the territorial disputes on the South China Sea, according to an article by Leonardo Postrado of the Manila Bulletin. “I think there would be no unanimous decision because China is really a bully right now,”” said Castillo, when asked if she thinks it wise to have US presence here to counter China’s military strength. According to an article by Perfecto T. Raymundo Jr. of Philippine News Agency which is posted on InterAksyon, Castillo is the head of the Court of Appeals ethics committee. She last applied for the Supreme Court in 2010 but chose to delay it until now because she wanted to clear her case backlogs first. #RagnarokConnection

Cartoon character food art is getting hearts’ (favorites) online One artist creates rice balls which looks like Pikachu, Doraemon, and minion, among others Another food artist uses hotdogs, buns, and veggies, among others Cartoon character food art — involving rice, buns, veggies, and hotdogs, among others — is getting hearts (favorites) online. Photo credit: Peaceloving Pax In an article published on Bored Panda, the creations of artist who uses the name “Peaceloving Pax” was shared. The food artist, who is also a doctor, creates rice balls which looks like cartoon characters Pikachu, Doraemon, and minion, among others. “Creating cute food art is my hobby. Even though my schedule is quite hectic, I always find time to do what I really love. One day I just wanted to cook lunch for myself and I saw pics of cute bento made by Asian mommies on Instagram. This inspired me to try make one by myself. I made my first character lunchbox with panda family rice balls and curry and I found out that I felt so much fun and happiness while making it, so I continued this hobby and collected the pictures of my creations,” said Peaceloving Pax, who posts her edible arts on Instagram. Her followers, aparently, like her food art. “This is so adorable!” commented @thismommymakes. “They are all so cute!” wrote @f3nnyyap. “You made them so perfectly!” @deesakuma said. Photo credit: Erin Jang Peaceloving Pax also makes “mashed potato art, toast art, steamed cake art, Japanese glutinous dumplings (shiratama) and some food art tutorials.” Meanwhile, another artist, Erin Jang, creates edible masterpieces then post it on his Instagram account, too. He uses hotdogs, buns, and vegetables, among others. “New work for @disney! Pluto, constructed out of hot dog and hamburger buns, salami, provolone cheese, black olives and dark rye bread,” he captioned one of his photos. #RagnarokConnection

Number of World War II veterans in Pangasinan is growing shorter every day From 759 veterans in 2014 there were only 498 listed by the end of 2015 Pangasinan annually holds an event that recognizes the heroism of WWII veterans in the province The number of World War II veterans in the province of Pangasinan is decreasing by the day, a veterans affairs official said adding that “a veteran dies almost every day.“ Romeo Madriaga, regional head of the Philippine Veterans Affairs Office (PVAO) in Pangasinan, disclosed in an interview by Gabriel Cardinoza of Philippine Daily Inquirer, that from 759 veterans in 2014, there were only 498 listed by the end of 2015. Madriaga stressed that this is the reason why most of them had failed to attend Pangasinan Veterans Day, an event held annually that recognizes the heroism of WWII veterans in the province. The activity coincides with the 71st anniversary of the Lingayen Gulf landings on January 9, the day in 1945 when American Gen. Douglas MacArthur and the Allied Forces landed on the shores of the Lingayen Gulf to liberate Luzon from the Japanese. According to Florence Berba, an officer at the province’s social welfare and development office, many of the veterans were already bedridden. “We visited 86 veterans last year. Some of them were in their diapers and were just seated. Three of them were dying. Many of them could no longer talk. One of them thought he was still fighting in the war and treated us as if we were his enemies,” Berba was quoted in the published article. The house-to-house visit, ordered by Gov. Amado Espino Jr., sought to validate the veterans’ situation after many of them failed to attend the Veterans Day celebration last year. Veterans who attended this year’s celebration were treated with free medical check-up and medicines. Based on PVAO records, the youngest Pangasinan WWII veteran is 85 years old while the oldest is 105. Under the law, a WWII veteran receives an old age pension of P5,000 and a total administrative disability pension of P1,700 every month. Two years ago, PVAO Administrator Ernesto Carolina disclosed that the House committee on veterans affairs approved the increase in old age pension for WWII veterans from P5,000 to P20,000. “This has been approved in Congress. We hope President Aquino signs it before his term ends,” Madriaga said. The Lingayen Gulf Landings commemorative event is an expression Pangasinan’s gratitude and thanksgiving, in honor of civilian volunteers, prisoners of war, and defenders of freedom and democracy. #RagnarokConnection

Cartoon character food art is getting hearts’ (favorites) online One artist creates rice balls which looks like Pikachu, Doraemon, and minion, among others Another food artist uses hotdogs, buns, and veggies, among others Cartoon character food art — involving rice, buns, veggies, and hotdogs, among others — is getting hearts (favorites) online. Photo credit: Peaceloving Pax In an article published on Bored Panda, the creations of artist who uses the name “Peaceloving Pax” was shared. The food artist, who is also a doctor, creates rice balls which looks like cartoon characters Pikachu, Doraemon, and minion, among others. “Creating cute food art is my hobby. Even though my schedule is quite hectic, I always find time to do what I really love. One day I just wanted to cook lunch for myself and I saw pics of cute bento made by Asian mommies on Instagram. This inspired me to try make one by myself. I made my first character lunchbox with panda family rice balls and curry and I found out that I felt so much fun and happiness while making it, so I continued this hobby and collected the pictures of my creations,” said Peaceloving Pax, who posts her edible arts on Instagram. Her followers, aparently, like her food art. “This is so adorable!” commented @thismommymakes. “They are all so cute!” wrote @f3nnyyap. “You made them so perfectly!” @deesakuma said. Photo credit: Erin Jang Peaceloving Pax also makes “mashed potato art, toast art, steamed cake art, Japanese glutinous dumplings (shiratama) and some food art tutorials.” Meanwhile, another artist, Erin Jang, creates edible masterpieces then post it on his Instagram account, too. He uses hotdogs, buns, and vegetables, among others. “New work for @disney! Pluto, constructed out of hot dog and hamburger buns, salami, provolone cheese, black olives and dark rye bread,” he captioned one of his photos. #RagnarokConnection

Number of World War II veterans in Pangasinan is growing shorter every day From 759 veterans in 2014 there were only 498 listed by the end of 2015 Pangasinan annually holds an event that recognizes the heroism of WWII veterans in the province The number of World War II veterans in the province of Pangasinan is decreasing by the day, a veterans affairs official said adding that “a veteran dies almost every day.“ Romeo Madriaga, regional head of the Philippine Veterans Affairs Office (PVAO) in Pangasinan, disclosed in an interview by Gabriel Cardinoza of Philippine Daily Inquirer, that from 759 veterans in 2014, there were only 498 listed by the end of 2015. Madriaga stressed that this is the reason why most of them had failed to attend Pangasinan Veterans Day, an event held annually that recognizes the heroism of WWII veterans in the province. The activity coincides with the 71st anniversary of the Lingayen Gulf landings on January 9, the day in 1945 when American Gen. Douglas MacArthur and the Allied Forces landed on the shores of the Lingayen Gulf to liberate Luzon from the Japanese. According to Florence Berba, an officer at the province’s social welfare and development office, many of the veterans were already bedridden. “We visited 86 veterans last year. Some of them were in their diapers and were just seated. Three of them were dying. Many of them could no longer talk. One of them thought he was still fighting in the war and treated us as if we were his enemies,” Berba was quoted in the published article. The house-to-house visit, ordered by Gov. Amado Espino Jr., sought to validate the veterans’ situation after many of them failed to attend the Veterans Day celebration last year. Veterans who attended this year’s celebration were treated with free medical check-up and medicines. Based on PVAO records, the youngest Pangasinan WWII veteran is 85 years old while the oldest is 105. Under the law, a WWII veteran receives an old age pension of P5,000 and a total administrative disability pension of P1,700 every month. Two years ago, PVAO Administrator Ernesto Carolina disclosed that the House committee on veterans affairs approved the increase in old age pension for WWII veterans from P5,000 to P20,000. “This has been approved in Congress. We hope President Aquino signs it before his term ends,” Madriaga said. The Lingayen Gulf Landings commemorative event is an expression Pangasinan’s gratitude and thanksgiving, in honor of civilian volunteers, prisoners of war, and defenders of freedom and democracy. #RagnarokConnection