After a heated argument over his philandering, Higino punched on the head his wife Aika, who was six (6) and a half months pregnant. Because of the impact, Aika lost her balance, fell on the floor with her head hitting a hard object. Aika died and the child was expelled prematurely. After 36 hours, the child died.

(a) What crime(s) did Higino commit? Explain.

(b) Assuming that when the incident occurred, Aika was only 6 months pregnant, and when she died, the fetus inside her womb also died, will your answer be different? Explain. (2015 BAR)