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BUS DRIVERS and conductors submit themselves to a drug test conducted by the Philippine Drug Enforcement Agency in coordination with other government agencies in line with the Oplan Harabas for safe travel during the Holy Week at the Davao City Overland Transport Terminal on Tuesday, April 4. Some 500 bus and van drivers were targeted as the activity was also simultaneously held in terminals in the cities of Digos and Tagum.
PERSONNEL of the Davao City Jail seized about P130,000 in contrabands from three newly committed persons deprived of liberty (PDL).
Jail Senior Inspector Ellen Rose Saragena, chief of the Civil Relations Service of the jail, said the contrabands- shabu, ecstasy and tobacco- were discovered as the three were undergoing
The pre-commitment protocol of drug testing and suppository administered
by the nurses of the facility.
This protocol is established to ensure that every committed PDL is free from contraband.
"The male Dormitory has established a pre-commitment protocol of drug testing and suppository administered by Personnel Nurses to ensure that every
committed Persons Deprived of Liberty is free from contraband," said Saragena.
The discovery was made by the duty nurse who discovered two sachets of shabu, ten tablets of sussim cards, and two pieces of dried rolled tobacco leaves. These items were all
sealed inside a cellophane and condom inserted in the anus of the three suspects.
The BJMP immediately informed the Philippine Drug Enforcement Agency, Philippine National Police, media members, and Ba-
tion, tagging, and turnover of custody of the suspected contraband. Furthermore,
the BJMP will conduct further inquiries regarding the incident, and the newly committed individuals implicated will face the proper charges.
In a statement, the BJMP assured the public that it will continue to implement strict security measures to prevent the entry of contraband into the facility.
"The BJMP will continue to implement strict security measures, however creative contraband sneaking will be in the future, rest assured that the BJMP will adapt its policies and protocol to prevent the entry of contraband into our jail facilities and ensure the safety and reformation of all PDL under our scrutinizing watch," it added.
LAW ENFORCERS collared a bus driver and a conductor for failing a Philippine Drug Enforcement Agency (PDEA) XI-initiated drug test on Tuesday.
The driver was handcuffed at the business terminal in Tagum City, while the conductor was arrested in Digos City, Davao Sur.
The two were among the 500 drivers and conductors who underwent the drug test, part of the Oplan Harabas campaign, simultaneously conducted in the two nearby cities as well as at the Davao Overland Transport Terminal.
Nephi Noli Dimaandal, PDEA XI said the
two, who were not identified, will face criminal complaints for violating Republic Act 9165, also known as the Comprehensive Dangerous Drugs Act of 2002.
Dimaandal emphasized that the operation was aimed to ensure the safety and security of the passengers from reckless drivers who might ferry them to their respective destinations of drugs.
DAVAO Light and Power Co., Inc. will conduct a series of switching power interruptions on April 6, 9, 10, and 11, Thursday, Sunday, Monday, and Tuesday, affecting customers in different parts of Davao City and Davao del Norte.
interruptions will be on April 6, Thursday, to isolate ERA Substation for stringing of a new 138kV Line along JP
He added that "Oplan Harabas" was joined by the local government units of Davao City, Digos City, and Tagum City; Policeway Patrol Group XI; Land XI; LTFRB XI, Department of Health (DOH) XI; Management Office; and Davao City Public Safety and Security Command Center.
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THE Davao City Police Office (DCPO) has reminded the public not to be complacent during Holy Week as COVID-19 still poses a threat.
Although there are public gatherings, precautions should still be taken to prevent the spread of the virus, said Maj Catherine
Dela Rey, DCPO spokesperson, Dela Rey emphasized the importance of being vigilant and taking necessary precautions to protect oneself from the virus.
"“Kay wala pa man gideclare nga wala na ang threat, kita nalang mismo sa atong kaugalingon magbantay. As much as possi-
ble, wear a mask kung dili ta gusto ma expose gyud sa virus," she said.
Dela Rey urged the public to wear face masks and practice social distancing, especially in crowded places such as churches. She also advised carrying face masks in public as some establishments still
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Laurel Avenue and to conduct maintenance works in the said substation.
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terruptions will be for 1 hour anytime between 12:00 a.m. to 2:00 a.m. on April 6, Thursday to facilitate the transfer of loads to nearby substations. Meanwhile, the normalization or return of loads back to their normal set-up will be for another 1 hour, anytime between ( /POWER/4)
MANILA – Department of the Interior and Local Government (DILG) Secretary Benjamin Abalos Jr. said he will recommend a sole name to President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. to be the next chief of the Philippine National Police (PNP).
Current top cop Gen. Rodolfo Azurin Jr. will retire from the service upon reaching the mandatory age of 56 on April 24.
“Ako ay may personal rekomendasyon. Talagang nasubukan ko siya ever since maski na ito last ng PHP4 billion na drugs at ‘yung mga nauna pang PHP9 billion. Magaling itong taong ito pero
for courtesy or delicadeza hindi ko muna sasabihin (I have a personal recommendation. I have already worked with him ever since, especially this last big haul of PHP4 billion in illegal drugs and the past operations where PHP9 billion worth of drugs were seized. This is a good one but for courtesy, I won't disclose who he is),” Abalos told the Philippine News Agency at Camp Crame on Monday. Abalos has yet to submit his recommendation to the President.
"Well ako, personally, isa lang ang gusto ko although ito inuulit ko, maraming magaga-
ling, but this person I really trust him at nakita ko yung kanyang actions. Hindi ko pa naipapasa (to the President) (Personally, I only like one although I admit there are a person, I really trust him and I saw his actions. I have yet to submit this to the President),” he added.
The submission of a list of recommendations for the next PNP chief to the President is done only at the level of the Interior Secretary, who is also the chairperson of the National Police Commission.
Azurin, a member of the Philippine Military Academy
“Makatao” Class of 1989, was appointed by Marcos as the country's 28th top cop in August last year.
Azurin, who has been in the police service for over 38 of the Marcos administration. Among the possible contenders for PNP chief are themand group -- deputy chief for administration Lt. Gen. Rhodel Sermonia, deputy chief for operations Maj. Gen. Jonnel Estomo and Lt. Gen. Michael John Dubria, chief of the directorial staff.
Other contenders are Directorate for Intelligence chief ( /PNP/4)
MANILA – An economist has cited the immediate need for additional tax reform measures to boost government revenues, which contracted in February.
Data released by the Bureau of the Treasury on Monday showed that government revenues went down by 0.25 percent in the second month this year to PHP211.9 billion party due to the 5.29 percent year-on-year drop to PHP192.3 billion in the Bureau of Internal Revenue collections.
Revenues of the Bureau of Customs rose by 5.83 per-
cent to PHP62.9 billion, which boosted state tax collections for the month, Rizal Commercial Banking Corporation chief economist Michael Ricafort said.
On the other hand, government spending was little changed after rising by 0.01 percent to PHP318.2 billion in February.
This resulted in a budget gap of PHP106.4 billion in the
second month this year, 0.54 percent higher than PHP105.8 billion last year.
this year, government revenues inched up by 14.18 percent annually to PHP490.5 billion, higher than the 0.16-percent rise in expenditures to PHP620.7 billion.
February this year contracted
GLOBE, the leader in Mobile, formally received recognition from Opensignal’s Mobile Experience Awards for 5G Video Experience, 5G Upload Speed and Core Consistent Quality in the Philippines* on the sidelines of the 2023 Mobile World Congress in Barcelona last March 1.
Globe’s top leadership,
NGCP warns the public of the possibility of intermittent power interruptions as the Energy Regulatory Commission (ERC) denies its request for month on month extensions on ancillary services agreements, while the competitive selection process is being undertaken.
The ERC’s refusal came after NGCP concluded the acceptance and opening of bids for Ancillary Services (AS) on 14, 15, and 16 March 2023
for Luzon, Visayas, and Mindanao, respectively. NGCP is currently evaluating the bids and expects to formally award contracts to winning bidders no later than 18 April 2023. Ancillary Services Procurement Agreements resulting from this competitive selection process (CSP) shall still be subjected to the approval of the ERC. With the regulatory processes that applications of this nature need to undergo, a provisional approval for the
NEXTPAY -
nancial technology startup out of Y Combinator Winter 2021, has achieved a significant milestone of processing P3.2 billion in digital transactions in 2022 since its 2020 launch.
The said milestone has a record-high increase of 200+% in user transactions in 2022 versus the previous year and has served 3,800 growing businesses in the platform with more than 32,000 employees and over 10,000 suppliers recorded.
Don Pansacola, Cofounder and Chief Executive Officer, NextPay said, “We take great pride in achieving this significant milestone, which not only showcases NextPay's remarkable success but also underscores the success of SMEs in the Philippines. Our optimism regarding the continuous expansion of digital banking solutions in the Philippines remains unwavering."
As NextPay continues to break records, it is seeking to invite more strategic partners to further its mission
of providing accessible and to underserved markets.
“Our growth momentum has not only solidified our position in the market but has paved the way for a promising Series A funding round in the second half of 2023, indicating a bright future ahead for NextPay,” Pansacola explained.
With over 4,200 active users from fast-growing enterprises, NextPay is a simple and straightforward platform where enterprises can do ancial operations—collecting money, sending money, and managing money in a more way. In early 2023, customers are now able to enjoy their latest referral program product feature, allowing them to earn points, and reduce transaction fees. In addition, NextPay has also adjusted their payout period from 1x a week to 3x a week, making the processes much easier and better for NextPay merchants.
new ASPAs resulting from the AS CSP may not be expected earlier than June 2023.
“Many of NGCP’s AS agreements have expired. We have resorted to month to month extensions of our existing agreements to ensure the the procurement process is ongoing. With ERC’s denial of this interim arrangement, our hands are tied. The Philippine Transmission Grid shall be vulnerable to power
interruptions resulting from an an existing ASPA, NGCP cannot nominate power plants to provide the critical services,” explained NGCP. Ancillary services support the transmission of power from generators to consumers to maintain reliable operations. These are necessary fortuations to ensure the quality -
led by President and CEO Ernest Cu, Chief Transformation and Customer Experience OfHead of Network Planning and Engineering Joel Agustin, and Chief Technical Advisor Yoke Kong Seow received the award from Opensignal’s President for Market Impact Barry Graham in
Barcelona.
“It was great to have the opportunity to receive the Opensignal award in person on the sidelines of our hectic week attending the Mobile World Congress in Barcelona. We are very happy that the improvements we are doing
CEBU
the Philippines’ leading airline, is giving its passengers one last surprise on its anniversary month as it brings back its much-loved travel voucher -- the CEB Super Pass. From 10AM to 8 PM of March 31, customers can purchase as many CEB Super Pass as they want, with each voucher for only PHP 99 one-way base fare, exclusive of surcharges and other fees. These vouchers will allow -
est domestic network, whether The travel period is from April 7, 2023 to April 30, 2024. The vouchers can be redeemed seven (7) days before March 31, 2023.
With CEB’s low fares now made more affordable with the CEB Super Pass, you can spend your summer on the beaches of Davao and Puerto Princesa, go on a water rafting adventure in Cagayan De Oro, and savor the delicious
PLDT and its wireless arm Smart Communications, Inc. (Smart) have teamed up with the provincial government of Davao de Oro in creating a more disaster-resilient community for Davaoeños.
Earlier this month, a series of earthquakes rocked the province, displacing residents and damaging property. “The recent turn of events has heightened our understanding of the importance of fostering communities that are more resistant to natural disasters,” said Davao de Oro Governor Dorothy P. Montejo-Gonzaga.
“Your generous donation of a Ligtas Kit will facilitate emergency communications, allowing for prompt responses and aid to the residents of Davao de Oro Province during disasters. This is a huge contribution towards establishing disaster-resilient communities,” she added.
Through the PLDTSmart Ligtas Kit – an all-inone emergency communications package - the PLDT Group aims to supplement the emergency response
efforts of Davao de Oro's Provincial Disaster Risk Reduc(PDRRMO).
PDRRMO Head Joseph Randy Loy shared, "Apart from the series of earthquakes, also been happening here in the province, so we have mo-
bilized our teams to strengthen communication lines with various stakeholders."
Packed in a protective hard case, the PLDT-Smart Ligtas Kit contains a power station, solar panel, rechargeable megaphone, crank radio, also includes essential com-
munication devices such as a satellite phone (SmartSAT), a smartphone, and a Smart LTE pocket Wi-Fi unit. With the Ligtas Kit, the PDRRMO will also be able to conduct Libreng Tawag or free calls to evacuees with support from the telcos.
12:00 a.m. to 2:00 a.m. on April 11, Tuesday.
tomers from Roxas Ave., C.M. Recto Ave., Jacinto St., Guerrero St., Guzman St., a portion of Villa Abrille St., parts of Monteverde St., R. Magsaysay Ave., Sta. Ana Ave. and neighboring areas; as well as those in GMall Bajada, and neighboring areas.
Also affected are customers
goy Sr. St. going to Rizal St., Bonifacio St., J. Palma Gil St., San Pedro St., and A. Pichon St., including Crooked Road, Rizal Ext., Bolton St., Iñigo St., Pelayo St., Ilustre Ext. and neighboring areas; as well as those from Teodoro Palma Gil Elem. School along Quirino Ave. going to Matina Town Square, including J.Camus St., J. Abad Santos St., Mabini St., F. Torres St., Tionko Ave., Lopez Jaena St., Ilustre St., Legaspi St., Gov. Duterte St., Gen. Luna St., Gen. Malvar St., Mt. Apo St., Pag-asa St., Mt. Mayon St., San Pedro Ext., Bankerohan Public Market, Marfori St., Gravahan Matina, SIR area, Sandawa, and neighboring areas.
Customers from F. Torres St., from DepEd Region XI to corner Lopez Jaena St, including RMC Gymnasium and neighboring areas; as well as those from J.Camus Ext., from Barangay 9-A Hall to corner F. Torres St., and neighboring areas will also be affected by these service interruptions.
Also affected are customers in Arellano Extension near Central Bank, Mt.Apo St. up to Davao Doctors Hospital, part of Gen. Luna up to Limso Hospital, Part of Mabini St. up to Circumferential Rd. up to Brokenshire Hospital, DCWD warehouse (F.Selga St.); including Mother Ignacia Village, Ipil-Ipil Alley at Madapo Hills, Davao Doctors Hospital, Brokenshire Hospital, Limso Hospital, Central Bank and its neighboring areas.
Customers in Guzman Street, from San Pedro Hospital to Holy Cross of Davao College, including San Pedro Hospital; as well as those from Davao-Digos Road, from Bago Bridge to Malta Medical Center to Japan Surplus, and neighboring areas will also be affected by these service interruptions.
Also affected are customers in Ideal Subdivision, Bago Aplaya
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Landless Association, Divino Compound Bago Aplaya, Bliss Project, Villa Mercedita Bago Aplaya, Balai Bago Aplaya, D'Garden Bago Aplaya, Sto. Rosario Village, Dusnai Subd, Greenland Subdivision, Hinundayan Homes Dumoy Toril, Sison Subdivision, Dacoville Subdivision, Don Lorenzo Homes, DLF Village, Toril Country Homes, Jose Bastida Elem School, Magsaysay Elementary School, Juan dela Cruz Elementary School, Davao Central College, Dona Carmen Denia City High School, Dr. P Ocampo College, Davao Doctors Hospital Dumoy, Mergrande Resort, Paraiso Beach, Dumoy Beach Resort, Mervillas, Waterworld Resort, and neighboring areas.
Customers from Dumoy Substation, Bago Aplaya URC to near Phoenix Gas Station Dumoy to Harvey's Kambingan, and neighboring areas; customers from URC to Lubogan Cemetery Toril, including Gallera de Oro Subdivision, Kaliraya Homes, Spring Valley Subd. Bago Gallera, JCEP Village Bago Gallera, Purok 2 Bago Gallera, Susan Homes Baliok, Bagahai Brgy Baliok and, neighboring areas; those from Dumoy Substation to UFC Dumoy, and neighboring areas; as well as customers from Gaisano Grand Mall Toril going to Binugao, including Catigan, Sirawan, Baracatan, and nearby areas will also be affected by these service interruptions.
Lastly, customers from Malta Medical Center going to Carabao statue near Gaisano Grand Toril and going to Bayabas Eden road, and nearby areas; and those fromLubogan and Tagakpan Manambulan road, and nearby areas; and from Malta Medical Center going to UFC Dumoy, Sampaguita St., and going to near MyGas Station at Saavedra St. via De Guzman St., and nearby areas will only be affected by the normalization on April 11, Tuesday.
The second set of power interruptions will be for 1 hour and 30 minutes anytime between 1:00 a.m. to 3:00 a.m. on April 6, Thursday to facilitate the transfer of loads to nearby substations. Meanwhile, the normalization or return of loads back to their normal set-up will be for another 1 hour and 30 minutes, between 10:00 p.m. to 11:59 p.m. on April 10, Monday.
Specifically affected are cus-
PDEA is also calling on the public to help the government achieve its vision of a drug-free country by reporting those who are
tomers from J.P. Laurel Ave., from Carmelite Church up to Abreeza Mall, including Carmelite Rd., Margarita Village Rd., Park Ave., Dumanlas Rd., Palm Drive, Dacudao Ave., parts of Cabaguio Avenue, and nearby areas; as well as those from J.P. Laurel Ave., from Aeon Towers to Redemptorist Church, and neighboring areas; and those in Abreeza Mall, and neighboring areas.
The third set of power interruptions will be for 1 hour and 30 minutes anytime between 2:00 a.m. to 4:00 a.m. on April 6, Thursday to facilitate the transfer of loads to nearby substations. Meanwhile, the normalization or return of loads back to their normal set-up will be for another 1 hour and 30 minutes anytime between 12:00 a.m. to 2:00 a.m. on April 11, Tuesday.tomers in the entire Barrio Obrero, N. Torres St., Villamor St., Porras St., Lapu-Lapu St., Loyola St., Cabaguio Ave., and neighboring areas; as well as those in R.Castillo St., from N. Arroyo Junction to Holy Cross Drive Junction, including Holy Cross Agdao, Jose L. Porras Elem. School, and neighboring areas.
Also affected are customers from J.P. Laurel Ave. from Abreeza Mall going to Ateneo de Davao University, including Medical School Drive, parts of Circumferential Road, a portion of F. Torres St., Jacinto Ext., V. Mapa St., T. Palma Gil St., parts of Dacudao Ave. and nearby areas; as well as those from Bacaca Road going to Diversion Road via El Rio Vista Village, Garcia Heights, and neighboring areas.
The fourth set of power interruptions will be for 1 hour anytime between 3:00 a.m. to 5:00 a.m. on April 6, Thursday to facilitate the transfer of loads to nearby substations. Meanwhile, the normalization or return of loads back to their normal set-up will be for another 1 hour, anytime between 4:00 a.m. to 6:00 a.m. on April 11, Tuesday.
tomers in the entire Cabantian, Communal, and Indangan; including
involved in illegal drug activities. The agency can be reached through its hotlines at 082-228-1603 and 09331481387.
Gaisano Grand City Gate and nearby areas; as well as those from a portion of Buhangin, along Diversion Cemetery; including Catitipan, Davao International Airport, and neighboring areas; and those along Diversion Road from Panacan Cemetery to Airport View, and neighboring areas.
Also affected are customers in the entire Panacan, Ilang and Mudiang; including Malagamot and neighboring areas; as well as those in Sto. Tomas, Dujali, including Paquibato, Manay, Tubod, Malitbog, TADECO, DAPECOL, La Libertad, Kimamon, Katipunan, Luna, and nearby areas. -
tions will be for 1 hour anytime between 4:00 a.m. to 6:00 a.m. on April 6, Thursday to facilitate the transfer of loads to nearby substations. Meanwhile, the normalization or return of loads back to their normal set-up will be conducted in different schedules for the affected areas, as follows:
One hour anytime between 3:00 a.m. to 5:00 a.m. on April 11, Tuesday for customers in the entire Panabo City, Carmen, including Panabo Wharf, New Visayas, Alejal, and nearby areas; as well as those in the entire Pampanga, Sasa, DICT, and neighboring areas. The entire Agdao and Lanang areas will experience the April 6 outage but will have a separate normalization schedule.
Thirty minutes anytime, between 10:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m. on April 10, Monday for customers in the portion of Buhangin, a portion of Mamay Road from Comus Grill up to St. Anthony Subdivision including Roseville Subdivision, Diversion Road from Floor Center to Orange Grove, and neighboring areas.
Maj. Gen. Benjamin Acorda, Directorate for Investigation and Detective Management chief Maj. Gen. Eliseo Cruz; Criminal Investigation and
N. Arroyo St., R. Castillo St. from N.Arroyo Junction to Agdao Flyover, and neighboring areas; as well as those from Leon Garcia Street, from Agdao Flyover to Asian International School of Aeronautic and Technology, and neighboring areas.
Lastly, the sixth set of power interruptions will be for 30 minutes anytime between 1:00 a.m. to 3:00 a.m. and between 4:00 a.m. to 6:00 a.m on April 6, Thursday to facilitate the transfer of loads to nearby substations; and for another 30 minutes anytime between 10:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m. on April 10, Monday; and between 4:00 a.m. to 6:00 a.m. on April 11, Tuesday for the normalization.
tomers in Mamay Road, from Comus Grill to Crossing Daang Maharlika Highway, and neighboring areas; as well as those in Daang Maharlika Highway, from Crossing Mamay Road to Orange Grove Hotel, and neighboring areas.
Also affected are customers in JP Laurel Avenue, from Davao Light Substation to Bajada Flyover, and neighboring areas; as well as those in Buhangin-Lapanday Road, from Bajada Flyover to Orange Grove Hotel, including Ladislawa Village, San Pedro Village, Camella Northpoint, Spring Valley, Sandawa Village, and Pag-asa Homes, and neighboring area; and those in Davao Light BaRegion XI, and neighboring areas.
The second series of power interruptions will be on April 9, Sunday, to relocate the 69kV Pole near Roadway Inn Bajada.
Detection Group chief Brig. Gen. Romeo Caramat Jr. and National Capital Region Police Office head Maj. Gen. Edgar Alan Okubo. (PNA)
Comus Grill to Crossing Daang Maharlika Highway, and neighboring areas; as well as those along Daang Maharlika Highway from Crossing Mamay Road to Orange Grove Hotel, and neighboring areas. Also affected are customers along Buhangin-Lapanday Road from HB3 Hardware to Samulco Buhangin, including Spring Valley, Sandawa Village, and Pag-asa Homes, and neighboring areas; as well as those along JP Laurel Avenue from Robinsons Cyber Gate Delta to Carmelite, and neighboring areas.
The second power interruption will be for 8 hours, from 12:00 a.m. to 8:00 a.m. on April 9, Sunday.
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tomers along JP Laurel Avenue, from Davao Light Substation to Bajada Flyover, and neighboring areas; as well as those along Buhangin-Lapanday Road from Bajada Flyover to HB3 Hardware, including Ladislawa Village, San Pedro Village, Camella Northpoint, and neighboring areas. Also affected are customers along JP Laurel Avenue from Davao Light Bajada to Robinsons Cyber Gate Delta, and neighboring areas. Davao Light apologizes for the inconvenience brought about by these scheduled power interruptions. But it will exert all efforts to restore electric service as scheduled or earlier. However, there may be instances where restoration may extend beyond the schedule due to unavoidable circumstances.
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Two hours anytime between 2:00 a.m. to 5:00 a.m. on April 11, Tuesday for customers from a portion of Mamay Road from St. Anthony Subdivision to JP Laurel Junction, JP Laurel from Go Hotel Lanang up to Carmelite Church, including SM Lanang, and neighboring areas. Also affected are customers from
be for 30 minutes anytime between 12:00 a.m. to 1:00 a.m. on April 9, Sunday to facilitate the transfer of loads to nearby substations. Meanwhile, the normalization or return of loads back to their normal set-up will be for another 30 minutes anytime between 7:30 a.m. to 8:30 a.m. on the same date.
tomers along Mamay Road from
Safety is of paramount importance to the company and Davao Light reminds the public to always take extra precautions when passing by activity area/s where line repairs and maintenance are being done. Please heed and follow warning signs, especially in areas where personnel operate heavy equipment.
Please contact our 24/7 Customer Contact Service at 229-3572, 655-3572 (Panabo), 0917-864-2793 (Globe), or 0920-970-1357 (Smart) for any power interruption that will fall outside the given schedule.
M. LHUILLIER PAWNSHOPS will sell at the Public Auction on APRIL 17, 18 & 19, 2023, all overdue pledges left in the same in all the branches below up to OCTOBER, 2023. Patrons are enjoined to verify their receipts.
Ang M. LHUILLIER PAWNSHOPS mag subasta karong ABRIL 17, 18 & 19, 2023 sa tanang butang na naremati diri sa tagsa-tagsa ka buhatan gihinganlan sa ubos. Tanang butang nga giprenda hangtud sa OKTOBRE, 2023 nga wala malukat/maapil sa subasta. Giawhag ang tanang suki sa pagsusi sa ilang resibo.
ML – San Pedro ML – Bolton 1 ML – Agdao 1
ML – Abreeza Mall ML – Bolton 2 ML – Agdao 2
ML – Bajada ML – CM Recto ML – Agdao 3
ML – Buhangin 1 ML – Ilustre ML – Bunawan
ML – Buhangin 2 ML – Boulevard ML – Tibungco
ML – Buhangin 3 Nccc Mall ML – Trading ML – Panacan
ML – Cabaguio ML – Sandawa ML – Sasa
ML – Cabantian ML – Ma-a ML – Uyanguren
ML – Garcia Heights ML – Matina ML – Babak
ML – Obrero ML – Matina Crossing ML – Penaplata
ML – Mandug ML – UM Matina ML – Damosa
ML – Ulas ML – Toril 2 ML – Padada
ML – Catalunan Grande ML – Toril 3 ML – Sulop
ML – Matina Aplaya ML – Digos 1 ML – Kiblawan
ML – Bago Gallera ML – Digos 2 ML – Sta. Maria
ML – Mintal ML – G.Mall Showroom ML – Malita
ML – Calinan ML – Luna ML – Kapatagan Rizal
ML – Agton ML – Sta. Cruz ML – Bansalan
ML – 1st Crumb ML – Prk. Santan ML – Quirino Magsaysay
ML – Talomo ML – Hagonoy ML – Malalag
ML – Matanao
IT MUST have been roughly a week ago, that I noticed two kids, a boy and a girl, milling about and poking under the car, one on each side, while it was parked in front of the house. Under the car, a tiny stray cat meowed alarmingly and almost immediately, I knew their dark intention. I hollered at them to leave the poor animal alone, prompting them to run to the far end of the street.
Fun and games for them, they say. At one time, the same kids, accompanied by three other graders, spoiled my lazy and quiet Sunday afternoon when they sped past the house and noisily chased a stray dog with sticks further down the street. I could only chide as I rushed out the door, “where are your parents? Do they approve of what you’re doing? Then feeling a bit guilty afterwards at having to have their parents involved in any of this, I slowly shrunk back and closed the door behind me.
Fun and games for them. Yes, that might perhaps be a valid reason for some which therefore brands it as a harmless dismissal, such as in “boys will be boys”. But seriously, is it really? I reckon it’s as natural as other human traits. Why, there’s even an Aesop poem, The Boys and the Frogs, about children being mean to animals. This is even further touched on and immortalized into words by Joanna Russ in The Female Man. “As my mother once said: The boys throw stones at the frogs in jest. But the frogs die in earnest.”
Segueing from children to us, now grown up as adults, let us play spot the hidden Mickey. Isn’t having fun and satisfaction at the expense of others a common thing amongst us? Even the most decent and the woke in our midst cannot deny there is a bit of opportunistic
A FEW months back we complained to the Philippine Long Distance Co. (PLDT) through the prescribed normal process, about our landline that only gives us a hissing sound instead of the usual dial tone. Worse is that we cannot be called and we cannot also call through our land line.
We were not the only ones who reached out to the telephone company to complain but our daughter also made several calls as well. But when our complaint rethe problem, we decided to write about it in our column. After the item came out it took only two days for the PLDT technician to come to our house in a barangay in Tugbok district. He did the repair in so short a time.
And all the while we suspected that the defect was in the receiver, the technician later found out that what was defective was the modem. Mind you that our PLDT plan at the time we applied for connection was to have a 25 megabytes per second internet speed. And we have it.
With that MBPS the entire 1000-square meter compound that our house is located in, the net was available all over.
pleasure to be gotten at other people’s misfortunes and worst, whenever an adversary fails at something. That’s as normal as feeling elated when the opposing team loses in sports. We’re still throwing stones, only now translated in our civilized world as mean words and yes, jokes too. They be other people’s imperfections or failings, all appear as common and steady fare in everyday conversations, if only one gets to listen.
There’s actually a Visayan word for such, “merese” (roughly trans as good for you) and it speaks volumes. In Tagalog, we utter “buti nga”. Most often, after deducting what has befallen someone is some kind of retribution of sorts or a deserved punishment, the word, karma.
upon a time we were children throwing stones, those very stones remain deep in us. Worst of all, the most bitter ones have it propped squarely on their shoulders as bricks. Woe to the frogs among us.
We were enjoying this PLDT amenity until our modem was replaced as a consequence of our complaint. We do not know exactly what happened but with the new modem the net can hardly reach the part of our house compound with a distance of less than 300 meters from where the modem is installed.
In fact, the internet signal is even erratic in our computer room right inside the house. Clearly there is some diminution in the internet speed. Unfortunately, PLDT still bills us the same amount as agreed in our contract with the telecommunications company.
We are not demanding that this problem be addressed immediately as we know we are not the only customer of this giant corporation.
into our complaint and where it is convenient for their technical guys to respond to a request for assistance, please do it where it is convenient. We do not wish to be like our siblings in Cebu where all of them transferred subscription to another Telco when PLDT failed to reconnect their lines after these were cut by the wind brought by the deadly typhoon Odette more than a year back.
We are a loyal customer and we expect that with our continued patronage with PLDT for the last many years will be reciprocated accordingly. ******************************
We are not ready to believe this claim but as a matter of courtesy for some relatives of patients who went all the way to our residence in a remote barangay in the third district just to air their protestations, we have to take this up in this column hoping that this would help stop an illegal policy by a second level hospital somewhere north west of Davao City.
The patient’s relatives who came to us did not complain of the strictness of the hospital concerned in demanding the compliance of health protocols that are still in effect inside hospital buildings. They told us that it is okay with them if the one watching the patient cannot be replaced by any other unless that “other” can present the wearing of face mask, and others.
What they were protesting was the alleged asking by the gate/hospital entrance personnel of a certain amount from the visiting relatives or friends of the patient supposedly to give them the opportunity to see their patient..
Since the patient’s relatives, include the wife, were not aware of such a policy, they told us that they told the hospital entrance personnel that they did not have enough money and were ready to leave. However, the patient and his daughter watcher, upon learning that her mother was at the entrance, asked the nurse in-charge if she and her father could be the ones to get out instead. The request was granted.
Whether this claim is true or not we have to be honest that we have not validated it yet. However, we have no reason to believe that the story was “made up” by the even an iota of motive that the patient’s relatives have to complain against anyone in the hospital, much more its
THERE are photos of charred bodies from the Mary Joy 3 tragedy circulating on social media. We have to be careful about this because of the emotional and psychological effects it can elicit especially from those aggrieved individuals and families.
Let us call on the @Ministry of Health - BARMM and similar government agencies to extend post-trauma psychological therapy to the aggrieved families. They can work with local ulama in Sulu and Zamboanga City to blend this with religious counseling. These agencies can start with Psychological First Aid (PFA).
Emotional distress is not as visible as physical injury,
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but it can be even more painful and debilitating. The sight or knowledge of loved one's charred body is a source of extremely high emotional stress and psychologically unsettling.
Mayor Sitti Djalia Turabin started a group intervention for her city team of responders. A more tailored interven-
tion is needed for aggrieved individuals and families.
This kind of trauma takes time to heal. Let us be confasting in the month of Ramadhan, let us include them in our du'a (supplication) at the time of breaking the fast.
In our understanding those who perished are shaheed (martyrs). But those left behind will have to make amends with their lives. And these efforts and without professional help, (will take) even years to heal or unheal.
and may He give strength and fast healing to the aggrieved parties. Ameen.
TANDAG, Surigao del Sur (MindaNews) -- Last week, I was perturbed when a pregnant Lumad teen, Tuyet, asked me what to do after she was asked accordingly by the military to go to their camp for an interrogation. All I could muster was to coach her to get legal counsel before agreeing to an interview. And she simply said, “Okay."
In hindsight, I was so embarrassed, thinking that my ready-made answer was not at all practical and that leaving everything alone would be appropriate to the many problems she is facing now. Tuyet was so young when Andap Valley. She is the youngest daughter of Mariko, her organization's thrust for self-determination. Since the pandemic, Tuyet has been separated from Mariko due to the latter's trumped-up charges.
Mariko, together with her husband, opted to run and hide in the mountains rather than surrender to the that displaced their Lumad community, Tuyet joined the witnesses at the sanctuary provided by the local church. During this time, her sister, a civilian, was killed in an ambush while her other sister remained in hiding.
Without tight monitoring at the sanctuary, she met a guy through social media who provided her with a muchneeded sense of security and joy. Such an affair ended after she realized she was pregnant already. I can imagine how she was so perplexed about where to go then. She had to leave the sanctuary out of shame for having lied about her 'escapades'. She had to face the wrath of her parents, who by any Lumad standard would have disowned her already. She had to bear the consequences of her pregnancy with bleak help from her kin. And yet, she decided to bear all these things, including the child within her, and face whatever life has brought her. Tuyet is an epitome of the inner strength of the Lumad women that I know. She exuded a power from within that could not be touched by any form of oppression or threat.
Most often, the 'bagani' (warrior) tradition of the Lumad is attributed to the males who took upon themselves the obligation to protect the tribe. Lumad men prided themselves on being hunters who provided subsistence to their respective families and communities. Typically, Lumad women are sidelined into minor community roles such as cooks, housekeepers, assistants to the 'datu', etc. Yet, Lumad women are always respected for their invaluable contribution to the community. Apart from an important task of 'baylan' (priestess), Lumad women provided
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policies if there is no such weird scheme that is clearly detrimental against the hospital and its management system.
We can only hope that the complained issue can be management has nothing to do with this apparent money making venture. **************************
This is one twist in the investigation of the Negros Oriental Governor Roel Degamo and eight others’ killings inside the compound of governor’s residence.
In an interview of former Davao de Oro governor Arturo Uy that was posted on Facebook that we saw yesterday, he told his interviewers that he was informed by highly reliable sources that a day after the Degamo massacre, a helicopter bearing the inscription Teves Cares, landed in a school ground in Mawab, Davao de Oro. Being aware of what happened the day before, former Governor Uy openly admitted the Teves-owned helicopter landing in Mawab led him to engage in a lot of speculation. He said that he called the Civil Aviation
the necessary maternal nourishment to their children and, metaphorically, to their community. Every Lumad believes that the natural environment is as nourishing as Lumad mothers.
In the often patriarchal society they are in, Lumad women do not come far behind the men. In fact, they are as capable leaders as their male counterparts. -
en are as capable as the men in the community. Lumad women are not subordinates but rather complementary to the men. In terms of leadership, recently, Lumad women time that the Lumad social movement that I studied had a female leadership. It was so because potential male leaders refused to accept leadership roles after their chair was violently killed by the paramilitary. From then on, Lumad women took turns taking on leadership roles in the negotiations, consultations, and even rallies.
Femia, a former Manobo party list representative, is one example of courage displayed in the august hall of Congress. Bai Bibya-on of Pantaron exhibited the same
The T'boli women witnesses to the massacre of Datu Danyan in Lake Sebu displayed an undeterred will to claim justice. I personally met Bae Lucy of San Luis whose voice cannot be ignored at peace negotiations. Bae Becky of Bunawan, Bae Minda of the Mamanwa tribe, tireless Matet of the Tagakulo, Subanen women leaders, are few of the respectable leaders representing their ethno-linguistic groups at different local, national, and international forums. And there are countless Lumad women still spread nourishing their communities. In them, I exactly recall the biblical women who continued to be faithful to the covenant with YHWH while the men failed.
It is timely that Lumad women's contribution to their community and to our society at large be recognized while we are still celebrating Women's Month. Lumad women showed how women can play an active role in the transformation of society. It is important that in building a community, all voices must be listened to. Their voices are as equally important as their role in child-rearing. I
Authority of the Philippines or CAAP in Davao City to check if there was any helicopter seeking permission to land in a Mawab site. The former provincial executive said the CAAP response was negative. So the former governor further narrated his speculation that the chopper could have transported the suspects in Mawab as most if not all of them are reportedly from Mindanao. Or the Degamo attack to Mawab town to have the same beyond the reach of investigators.
Former governor Uy concluded that the Negros Oriental congressman’s succeeding pronouncements, somehow gave credence to most, if not all of his speculations.
Now the Uy disclosure will surely create a new avenue for a shift in the investigation which could either derail the probe result as of this point in time.
Somehow, this Degamo slay case is one that could be the epitome of a well-planned and executed crime in the annals of police sleuthing in the Philippines.
remember when I interviewed Inda, my key informanttors and fear for their lives. And yet, she never insinuated that she would counter the violence done to them. Lumad believe that violence has no place in the building up of a better and more just society. They are willing to bear the brunt of life's adversity but not turn themselves into wisdom of not becoming one like their oppressors that they safeguard the generation of their community.
If women in general have anything to learn from these great Lumad women, I suppose it is their capacity to always put the interests of the community or tribe before their own. During 'bakwit' days, I can still recall how I was so touched by a Lumad grandmother who, due to the limited provision, refused to take her own food, but instead gave them to other children who were hungry by then. She told me later casually that she was ready to die already but can't bear to see the Lumad kids go hungry.
In the capitalist-dominated world that we have, we need Lumad women who can teach us certain kinds of altruism, reminding us that we belong to one human famothers. We can't simply survive alone. While we continue us also celebrate their worthy contributions. Celebrating women's month behooves us to acknowledge lumad women's extraordinary display of inner strength, courage amidst oppression, nourishing leadership, peculiar altruism for the next generation, and a non-violent appeal for social transformation. Not that Lumad women are better than the rest of the women, but by the prevalence of oppression and repression among their communities, they refused to give in and be cowled by the situation. Lumad women are simply women who aspire for freedom and progress amidst their adversities and, by doing so, inspire us all to do the same. (Original names are withheld for security reasons)
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Fr. Raymond Montero Ambray heads the Integral Ecology Ministry, LGBTQ+ Apostolate, Church Heritage and Historical Commission of the Diocese of Tandag. He is part of the Board of Consultors of the Bishop of Tandag.daNews was granted permission to publish this)
require these as a precaution to protect their employees.
Dela Rey noted that recent changes in weather, with extreme heat during the day and rain in the evening, have resulted in many people suffering from coughs and colds. She said it is crucial to protect oneself and others from potential infection.
Dela Rey encouraged the public to be mindful of their surroundings and to distance themselves from others if they are not with family members or close acquaintances. She also stressed the importance of not attending public gatherings if one has
a cold or a bad cough to prevent infecting others.
“Kung dikit ra kaayo mo sa simbahan, distansya nalang gyud kung dili man lang nimo pamilya imong katapad o kauban. Kung gikalintura mo o grabe ang ubo, ayaw nalang adto aron dili mo makatakod,” she added.
To ensure the safety of the city and its residents during Holy Week, DCPO hasspite this, individuals should still remain vigilant and take the necessary precautions to keep themselves and their communities safe. By Rhoda Grace
B. SaronAll pawned items that expired during the month of MAY, 2015 if not renewed or redeemed on or before JULY 14, 2015 will be sold to the public on JULY 16, 2015 at 9:00 a.m. at our pawnshop premises.
All pawned items that expired during the month of FEBRUARY 2023, if not renewed or redeemed will be sold to the public on APRIL 17, 2023 at 9:00a.m. at our pawnshop premises.
Gipahibalo ang tanan na ang FIRST COLOR PAWNSHOP magasubasta sa tanan nga nag-expired sa bulan sa PEBRERO 2023 . Ang tanan prenda ibaligya sa publiko karong ABRIL 17, 2023 sa alas 9:00 sa buntag.
Gipahibalo ang tanan na ang FIRST COLOR PAWNSHOP magasubasta sa tanan nga nag-expired sa bulan sa MAYO 2015. Ang tanan prenda ibaligya sa publiko karong HULYO 16 sa alas 9:00 sa buntag.
#47 Lao St., Toril, Davao City Tel. No. 295-2460
Egger Bldg., Matina Crossing Davao City Tel. No. (082) 285-7069
ALL PAWNED ITEMS EXPIRED ON FEBRUARY 2023 AND GADGETS THAT EXPIRES ON MARCH 2023 WILL BE DISPLAYED IN A PUBLIC AUCTION ON APRIL 18 , 2023 AT 9:00AM.
Toy Bldg., Lapu-lapu St., Agdao, Davao City
All Pawned Items that expired during the month of NOVEMBER 2022 must be renewed or redeemed Two (2) days before the Auction Schedule stated below. If not redeemed or renewed, it will be sold to the public on its respective auction schedule and premises @ 9:00 A.M.
Gibpahibalo ang tanan nga ang DIAGOLD PAWNSHOP, INC. magsubasta sa tanan nga nag expired hangtod sa bulan sa NOBYEMBRE 2022, ang tanang prenda ibaligya sa publiko sa mga petsa na nakabutang sa ubos, sa oras nga 9:00 sa buntag.
EXPIRY DATES AUCTION DATES
FEBRUARY 23, 2023 APRIL 13, 2023
All pawned items that expired during the month of SEPTEMBER 2022, if not renewed or redeemed will be sold to the public on MARCH 16, 2023 at 9:00a.m. at our pawnshop premises.
Gipahibalo ang tanan na ang AL-JOS PAWNSHOP magasubasta sa tanan nga nag-expired sa bulan sa SETYEMBRE 2022. Ang tanan prenda ibaligya sa publiko karong MARSO 16, 2023 sa alas 9:00 sa buntag.
All Pawned items that expired until the month of JUNE 2022, must be redeemed or renewed Two (2) days prior the Auction Schedule stated below. If not redeemed will be sold to the public on its respective auction schedule and premises at 9:00 A.M. Gipahibalo ang tanan nga ang GOLDVALUE PAWNSHOP, INC., maga subasata sa tanan nga nag-expired kung dili malukat ibaligya sa publiko sa alas 9:00 sa buntag.
All pawned items that expired during the month of FEBRUARY 2023, must renewed or redeemed two (2) days prior to the Auction Schedule stated below. If not renewed or redeemed, it will be sold to the public on its respective auction schedule and premises @ 9:00 a.m.
Gipahibalo ang tanan nga ang NARDING PAWNSHOP, INC., maga-subasta sa tanan nga nag-expired sa bulan sa PEBRERO 2023. Ang tanan prenda ibaligya sa publiko sa mga petsa nga nakabutang sa ubos, sa oras nga 9:00 sa buntag.
All pawned items that expired during the Months of OCTOBER 2022 (Regular Items) and NOVEMBER 2022 (Gadgets) must be redeemed or renewed two (2) days prior to the Auction date schedule as stated below. If not redeemed or renewed will be sold to the public on its respectively auction date schedule at its premises at 9:00 AM
Main – San Pedro Cor. Anda Street Davao City
Tel. Nos. (082) 221-1477; (082) 221-0355; (082)222-5039
Email us @ rosegoldpawnshopdavao@gmail.com
Highest Appraisal and Low Interest Rates at 3%
Rosegold Pawnshop Lapu-lapu Street, Agdao Davao City
Tel. No. (082) 225-3637
(Fronting Queen Bank)
Tel. No. (082) 222-1561 ; (082) 321-0128
Email: goldstandardpawnshopdavao@gmail.com
Rosegold Pawnshop Ilustre Street, Davao City (Beside NCCC Hardwaremaxx) Tel. No. (082) 295-6199
All Jewelry and other articles pawned at Rosegold Pawnshop San Pedro-Main, Rosegold Pawnshop Ilustre, Rosegold Pawnshop Bolton, Rosegold Pawnshop, Agdao and Rosegold Pawnshop Buhangin from OCTOBER 16, 2022 TO NOVEMBER 15, 2022
If not redeemed or renewed on or before APRIL 14, 2023 will be sold to the Public Auction on APRIL 1719, 2023 at Rosegold Pawnshop San Pedro-Main from 9:00am to 6:00pm.
Accepts: Jewelry, wholesaler and retailer on all kinds of jewelry
Highest Appraisal and Low Interest Rates at 3%
All jewelry and other articles pawned at Goldstandard Pawnshop San Pedro, from OCTOBER 16, 2022 TO NOVEMBER 15, 2022 if not redeemed or renewed on APRIL 14, 2023 will be sold to the Public Auction on APRIL 17-19, 2023 at our Pawnshop premises from 9:00am to 6:00pm.
All pawned items at METRO GOLDBRILL PAWNSHOP that expired if not redeemed or renewed Two (2) days before the Auction will be sold to the public on APRIL 17, 2023.
Gipahibalo and tanan na ang METRO GOLDBRILL PAWNSHOP magasubasta sa tanan nga nagexpired kung dili malukat o matubuan duha (2) ka adlaw una ang pagbaligya sa publiko karong ABRIL 17, 2023.
EURO CIRCLE PAWNSHOP
SAN PEDRO ST., DAVAO CITY - TEL. NO.: 227-0521
EURO MAIN PAWNSHOP
ILUSTRE ST., DAVAO CITY - TEL. NO.: 227-7511
MATI CITY, DAVAO ORIENTAL - TEL. NO.: 306-0665
EURO STAR PAWNSHOP
ILUSTRE ST., DAVAO CITY - TEL. NO.: 227-0667
EURO SUN PAWNSHOP
SAN PEDRO ST., DAVAO CITY - TEL. NO.: 227-3321
Roque Bldg., Matina Crossing, Davao City
Tel. # 234-6367
PAWNS NOT REDEEMED/RENEWED WITHIN FIVE (5) DAYS AFTER EXPIRY DATES WILL BE AUCTIONED ON APRIL 17, 2023 AT 10:00 A.M. AT THE RESPECTIVE PAWNSHOPS WHERE THE ITEMS WERE PAWNED.
GABBY’S BRILLIANT PAWNSHOP INC. / GABBY’S INFINITE PAWNSHOP INC.
All Pawned items at GOLDVISION PAWNSHOP, INC., that expired must be redeemed or renewed Two (2) days prior the Auction Schedule stated below. If not redeemed will be sold to the public on its respective auction schedule and premises at 9:00 A.M.
Gipahibalo ang tanan nga ang GOLDVISION PAWNSHOP, INC., maga subasata sa tanan nga nag-expired, kung dili malukat ibaligya sa publiko sa alas 9:00 sa buntag.
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All Pawned items at GABBY’S BRILLIANT PAWNSHOP, INC. and GABBYS’S INFINITE PAWNSHOP, INC. that expired must be redeemed or renewed Two (2) days prior the Auction Schedule stated below. If not redeemed will be sold to the public on its respective auction schedule and premises at 9:00 A.M.
Gipahibalo ang tanan nga ang GABBY’S BRILLIANT PAWNSHOP, INC. and GABBYS’S INFINITE PAWNSHOP, INC. maga subasata sa tanan nga nag-expired kung dili malukat ibaligya sa publiko sa alas 9:00 sa buntag.
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by 53.07 percent to PHP60.6 billion.
“Higher prices/inflation and higher interest rates/borrowing cost may have adversely affected tax revenue collections of the government and could have also increased the government’s overall expenditures, thereby leading to wider budget deficits that could fundamentally add to the government’s overall debt,” Ricafort said.
He thus highlighted the need to introduce and implement more tax reform programs “to further boost/intensify tax revenue collections through new/higher taxes.”
tax collections from existing tax laws and a more disciplined fiscal spending will “help further improve the country’s fiscal performance and help achieve more sustainable debt management for the coming
to our network are as tangible to our customers as the awards we’ve been cited for. These awards motivate us to continue working hard with our efforts to deliver #1stWorldNetwork to our customers,” said Cu.
In Opensignal’s Philippines Mobile Network Experience Report for October 2022*, Globe received the highest rating among Philippine telcos for mobile video streaming over 5G, garnering the best score at 73.5.
It was also recognized for 5G upload speed supremacy nationwide with a score of 12.8 Mbps, besting competition with a 1.4 Mbps lead.
Globe also bagged the Core Consistent Quality award with a
years/generations.”
He said new tax measures are also expected to bring down the government’s debtto-gross domestic product ratio below the 60-percent international standards “to help sustain the country’s favorable credit ratings of 1-3 notches above the minimum investment grade.”
“For the coming months, there is still a chance for nara budget surplus during the tax collection season towards April 2023 amid further reopening of the economy towards greater normalcy with no more restrictions recently and as a policy priority going forward, thereby leading to increased sales, profits/ incomes, employment, livelihood, and other business/ economic activities that fundamentally increase the government’s tax collections,” he added. (PNA)
score of 76.9%, beating competitor scores of 76.4% and 75.6%. Core Consistent Quality measures how often users’ experience support common application requirements.
In the same report, Globe was also declared a joint winner in 5G Voice App Experience and 5G Games Experience. While Globe was the sole winner in Calabarzon and Metropolitan Manila in both categories.
Globe has been consistently cited by various globalrics, from 5G performance, consistency and reliability to its sustainability and good governance practices.
ing through its system. If not can cause damage to sensitive equipment, or even automatic load dropping (ALD) if the to pose a danger to the transmission system as a whole.
“We have always conducted the procurement of AS with good faith, with the best services for the least cost as a primary motivating factor. We have done much to improve the procurement process, but above all else, we must be able to provide
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"The PLDT-Smart Ligtas Kit will really go a long way, be able to communicate with their families during emergencies," he added.
PLDT and Smart, in partnership with the Philippine Disaster Resilience Foundation, will also conduct an emergency communications training course with local responders to fully optimize the kit and further enhance their emergency response capacity.
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SAKADAB also received P300,000 worth of a sewing business package to improve their dressmaking business. This includes four (4) sewing machines, tools, and materials. Aside from dressmaking, the graduates will soon undergo packag-
these services. With this disappointing development, this leaves us with no other option. If we sign interim extensions, we expect the ERC to issue us yet another show cause order. If we do not, we will be unnecessarily subjecting consumers connected to the grid to avoidable and damagingruptions,” explained NGCP.
NGCP has written to the Department of Energy (DOE) asking it to intervene in the issue, and avert avoidable power interruptions.
The PLDT and Smart Ligtas Kit is part of the group’s #SafeandSmart advocacy which promotes preparedness and immediate response through continuous availability of communication services, mobile solutions, and activities to help communities mitigate disaster risks. This initiative also underscores the PLDT group’s commitment to attaining the UNSDGs, particularly SDG No. 11: Sustainable Cities and Communities.
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NOTICE is hereby given that the estate of the late TEOFILO S. TRINIDAD, JR. who died intestate on March 10, 2022, in Davao City;
That the deceased at the time of his death left a parcel T-85072, situated in the Barrio of Matina, City of Davao, containing an area of Two Hundred Forty (240) Square Meters more or less;
That Pursuant to Sec. 1 Rule 74 of the Revised Rules on Court of the Philippines, the abovementioned described property has been the subject of EXTRAJUDICIAL SETTLEMENT OF THE ESTATE OF THE LATE TEOFILO S. TRINIDAD, JR. made and executed by and among his heirs per Doc. No. 380; Page No. 77; Book No. 76; Series of 2023 of the Notary Pubic Atty. Joselito D. Sevilla of Davao City.
(MT- Mar. 31, Apr. 7 & 14, 2023)
NOTICE is hereby given that the estate of the late SPOUSES FE ORTILANO BALO-SOTES and LEONARDO M. SOTES, who died intestate with no debts, on August 24, 2013 in Davao City and July 21, 2022 in Peñaplata Island Garden City of Samal, respectively;
That the deceased at the time of their respective deaths left the following properties described as follows: TRANSFER CERTIFICATE OF TITLE NO. T-172376, situated in the Barrio of Peñaplata, Island Garden City of Samal, Province of Davao del Norte, containing an area of FORTY THOUSAND ONE HUNDRED SIXTY THREE (40,163) SQUARE METERS more or less, and TRANSFER CERTIFICATE OF TITLE NO. T-1422017013936, situated in the Barangay of Peñaplata, Island Garden City of Samal, Province of Davao del Norte, containing an area of ONE THOUSAND SIX HUNDRED THRITY-0NE (1,631) SQUARE METERS more or less;
That Pursuant to Sec. 1 Rule 74 of the Revised Rules on Court of the Philippines, the above-mentioned described property has been the subject of AFFIDAVIT OF SELF ADJUDICATION OF THE INTESTATE ESTATE OF THE LATE FE ORTILANO BALO-SOTES AND LEONARDO M. SOTES, made and executed by and among theirs heirs per Doc. No. 207; Page No. 83; Book No. 5; Series of 2023 of the Notary Public ATTY. JANE KARLA BORBE of Davao City.
(MT-Mar. 29, Apr. 5 & 12, 2023)
WHEREAS, the decedents left the 1/7 share of the following properties:
TRANSFER CERTIFICATE OF TITLE NO. T-292077 situated in the Barrio of Tigatto, City of Davao, containing an area of TWELVE THOUSAND TWO HUNDRED FORTY EIGHT (12,248) SQUARE METERS more or less;
TRANSFER CERTIFICATE OF TITLE NO. T-292078 situated in the Barrio of Tigatto, City of Davao, containing an area of TEN THOUSAND (10,000) SQUARE METERS more or less;
TRANSFER CERTIFICATE OF TITLE NO. T-292079 situated in the Barrio of Tigatto, City of Davao, containing an area of TEN THOUSAND (10,000) SQUARE METERS more or less;
TRANSFER CERTIFICATE OF TITLE NO. T-178725 Beginning a point marked “1” of Lot 2, Sgs-11-000269, being N. 56-03’ W., 1323.98 m. from BLLM no. 58, Cad.-275, Sta Cruz Cadastre, thence containing an area of FORTY NINE THOUSAND NINE HUNDRED (49,900) SQUARE METERS more or less;
TRANSFER CERTIFICATE OF TITLE NO. T-178724 situated in the City of Davao, containing an area of SIX HUNDRED (600) SQUARE METERS more or less;
That Pursuant to Sec. 1 Rule 74 of the Revised Rules on Court of the Philippines, the above-mentioned described properties has been the subject of EXTRAJUDICIAL SETTLEMENT OF ESTATE OF THE LATE EMMA BAGA MATEO made and executed by and among her heirs per Doc. No. 449; Page No. 91; Book No. 92; Series of 2021 of the Notary Public Napoleon F. Sango of Davao City.
(MT-Mar. 29, Apr. 5 & 12, 2023)
Ilustre St., Davao City
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The DAVAO ROS-VER PAWNSHOP, INC. and NEW PAG-ASA PAWNSHOP will be having its JOINT AUCTION on all unredeemed pawned items left during the month of January 2023. The said items will be sold to the public at the following VENUE AND DATE.
Gipahibalo ang publiko na ang DAVAO ROS-VER PAWNSHOP, INC. og ang NEW PAG-ASA PAWNSHOP; magsubasta sa tanang prenda nga naremata atong Enero 2023. Ang tanang prenda dungan nga ibaligya sa publiko sa mga sumusunod nga dapit og petsa:
Notice is hereby given that the estate of the late SERGIO B. MATEO who died intestate on December 19, 2017 at Howard County General Hospital, Columbia Maryland, United States of America; That the deceased at the time of his death leaving his undivided Exclusive properties located in the City of Davao, more particularly described as follows:
Portion of 1/7 Share of the Following Properties:
TRANSFER CERTIFICATE OF TITLE NO. T-292077 situated in the Barrio of Tigatto, City of Davao, containing an area of TWELVE THOUSAND TWO HUNDRED FORTY EIGHT (12,248) SQUARE METERS more or less;
TRANSFER CERTIFICATE OF TITLE NO. T-292078 situated in the Barrio of Tigatto, City of Davao, containing an area of TEN THOUSAND (10,000) SQUARE METERS more or less;
TRANSFER CERTIFICATE OF TITLE NO. T-292079 situated in the Barrio of Tigatto, City of Davao, containing an area of TEN THOUSAND (10,000) SQUARE METERS more or less;
TRANSFER CERTIFICATE OF TITLE NO. T-178725 Beginning a point marked “1” of Lot 2, Sgs-11-000269, being N. 56-03’ W., 1323.98 m. from BLLM no. 58, Cad.-275, Sta Cruz Cadastre, thence containing an area of FORTY NINE THOUSAND NINE HUNDRED (49,900) SQUARE METERS more or less;
TRANSFER CERTIFICATE OF TITLE NO. T-178724 situated in the City of Davao, containing an area of SIX HUNDRED (600) SQUARE METERS more or less;
That pursuant to Sec. 1 Rule of the Revised Rules on Court to the Philippines, the above-mentioned described property has been the subject of EXTRAJUDICIAL SETTLEMENT OF ESTATE OF THE LATE SERGIO B. MATEO, made and executed by and among her heirs per Doc. No. 446; Page No. 91; Book No. 92; Series of 2021 of the Notary Public Atty. Napoleon F. Sango of Davao City. (MT-Mar. 29, Apr. 5 & 12, 2023)
Notice is hereby given that the estate of the late MILAGROS MATEO AGPAOA who died intestate on February 19, 2020 at Los Angeles California, United States of America; That the deceased at the time of her death leaving her undivided Exclusive properties located in the City of Davao, more particularly described as follows:
Portion of 1/7 Share of the Following Properties:
TRANSFER CERTIFICATE OF TITLE NO. T-292077 situated in the Barrio of Tigatto, City of Davao, containing an area of TWELVE THOUSAND TWO HUNDRED FORTY EIGHT (12,248) SQUARE METERS more or less;
TRANSFER CERTIFICATE OF TITLE NO. T-292078 situated in the Barrio of Tigatto, City of Davao, containing an area of TEN THOUSAND (10,000) SQUARE METERS more or less;
TRANSFER CERTIFICATE OF TITLE NO. T-292079 situated in the Barrio of Tigatto, City of Davao, containing an area of TEN THOUSAND (10,000) SQUARE METERS more or less;
TRANSFER CERTIFICATE OF TITLE NO. T-178725
Beginning a point marked “1” of Lot 2, Sgs-11-000269, being N. 56-03’ W., 1323.98 m. from BLLM no. 58, Cad.-275, Sta Cruz Cadastre, thence containing an area of FORTY NINE THOUSAND NINE HUNDRED (49,900) SQUARE METERS more or less;
TRANSFER CERTIFICATE OF TITLE NO. T-178724 situated in the City of Davao, containing an area of SIX HUNDRED (600) SQUARE METERS more or less;
That pursuant to Sec. 1 Rule of the Revised Rules on Court to the Philippines, the above-mentioned described property has been the subject of EXTRAJUDICIAL SETTLEMENT OF ESTATE OF MILAGROS MATEO AGPAOA, made and executed by and among her heirs per Doc. No. 65; Page No. 14; Book No. 93; Series of 2021 of the Notary Public Atty. Napoleon F. Sango of Davao City.
(MT-Mar. 29, Apr. 5 & 12, 2023)
NOTICE is hereby given that the estate of the late ANTONIO GERONAN MENSIS who died intestate on May 3, 2007 at Davao City; That the deceased at the time of his death left the following parcels of land to wit: TRANSFER CERTIFICATE OF TITLE NO. T-239824 situated at Indangan City of Davao, containing an area of Three Hundred (300) Square Meters more or less; ORIGINAL CERTIFICATE OF TITLE NO. P-2646, situated at Indangan, City of Davao, containing an area of Seventy Thousand Two Hundred Ten (70,210) Square Meters more or less; That pursuant to Sec. 1 Rule 74 of the Revised Rules on Court of the Philippines, the above-mentioned described properties has been the subject of DEED OF EXTRAJUDICIAL SETTLEMENT made and executed by and among his heirs per Doc. No. 137; Page No. 28; Book No. 1; Series of 2007 of the Notary Public Atty. Arnolfo Ricardo B. Cabling of Davao City.
(Mar. 22, 29 & Apr. 5, 2023)
IT’S graduation season at the Gawad Kalinga community in Los Amigos, Tugbok District, Davao City as 26 members of the Samahan ng may iba’t-ibang Kakayahan sa Dabawmaking this March, after completing the training and passing the assessment conducted by the Technical Education and Skills Development Authority (TESDA) Region XI.
After a 35-day training which started in December 2022, the SAKADAB members skilled up in dressmaking to further add to their sustainable income-generating projects, aside from baking bread and pastries and selling goods.
“I don’t have any experience in sewing but still I took the challenge. This opportunity
opens many doors for us to provide sustainable income for SAKADAB and everyone who participated in this livelihood training. I plan to make my own version of the bag using rags but I will still study further to share with my group,” Marisol Labasano, the President of SAKADAB said in her speech.
The training was launched after a Memorandum of Agreement (MOA) for the Cooperative Capacity Building Project was signed by SAKADAB Consumer Cooperative, Davao Light and Power Co. Inc., and Aboitiz Foundation Inc. last October 2022.
SAKADAB members learn to take measurements and patterns during their dressmaking training.
Historically, Davao Light, an AboitizPower subsidiary, and Aboitiz Foundation have been supporting SAKADAB back when Aboitiz employees helped them build their houses in Gawad Kalinga. Since 2012, the cooperative has been a recipient of various volunteer activities and projects to build the capacity of its differently-abled members. The utility company and
its foundation also provided support to SAKADAB's business when they were severely impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic where the latter received baking materials as well as sewing supplies for their bakeshop and dressmaking businesses, respectively.
“Your success in your respective business ventures will further inspire us to help more cooperatives nationwide. It reminds us to strive harder to improve our enterprise development program,” Maribeth Marasigan, the President and Chief Operating Ofher speech during the graduation ceremony.
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