MINDANAO TIMES, April 17-18, 2023

friends in an unlikely place

BY VIC N. SUMALINOG

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New health facility

BY RHODA GRACE B. SARON

THERE will be a new health facility for children starting tomorrow which will provide them with daily consultation and immunization services, as well as psychosocial counseling and a malnutrition program.

“It will be a new facility for Davao City and we will soon be making available our psychosocial counseling and weighing

for our malnutrition program,” said Dr. Marjorie acting head, last week.

Culas said the health

facility will play a key role in preventing measlesrubella and polio, two of the most prevalent diseases among children, especially

during summer even as she cautioned that measles-rubella could cause severe complications such as diarrhea, pneumonia, tuberculosis, weak immune system, and night blindness. She said that “if not

prevented could result in death as the worst-case scenario.”

To safeguard more children from these dishold city-wide Measles

Rubella and Oral Poliovirus

Vaccine Supplemental Immunization activities next month.

The aim is to vaccinate 160,000 children aged 0-59 months for polio and 9-59 months for measles and rubella

FORMER seminarians and members of the business sector join forcers to protect the environment by planting trees. Among the members of the group are Roderick Gemarino of the Regional Major Seminary, Ed Fernandez of the Brother of Sacred Heart, Edmund Osora of the St. Vianney Seminary, Bro. Noelvic Deloria, the president of Holy Cross of Davao College. Also with them are Councilor Temujin Ocampo, the city council environment committee chair, faculty members of the Ateneo de Davao University, and other individuals. The activity takes place at the GMS Autocare Center on Saturday, April 15. Photo by BING GONZALES.

Bato challenges Azurin to tell about P6.7-B shabu ‘cover-up’

MANILA – Senator Ronald Dela Rosa on Sunday urged Philippine National Police (PNP) chief Gen. Rodolfo Azurin Jr. to disclose everything he knows regarding

“Sana sabihin niya (Gen. Azurin) ang lahat ng nalalaman niya tungkol sa halos isang toneladang shabu (I hope he would tell all what he knows about the almost one ton of shabu),” Dela Rosa said in a radio interview over DZBB.

“Ang advice ko sa kan-

ya is humarap sa media, ilahad niya ang lahat ng kanyang nalalaman and that will put everything to rest. At ‘yung mga haka-haka, speculation about coverup, mahihinto ‘yan pag siya nagsalita. Because hetion na ‘yan, siya ang head

30 reservists awarded

THE military recognized 30 reservists from the 1102nd Ready Reserve Infantry Battalion, 1102nd CDC, Regional Community Defense Group, Reserve Command for their service at a ceremony held at Campsite in Apokon, Tagum City, Davao del Norte, on April 16.

Colonel Ronnie Babac, 1001st Brigade command-

er, presided over the event and pinned the rank to 17 newly promoted sergeants, nine corporals, and four

He also awarded the Gawad sa Kaunlaran and Military Commendation Medal to the reservists. Babac praised the reservists for their spirit of volunteerism and their role

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…as another senator push for body cams during drug bust

ng ahensiya, so dapat na siyang magsalita para malaman ng lahat, para matapos na ang lahat ng ispekulasyon (My advice to him is to face the media, reveal everything he knows and that will put everything to ( /BATO/7)

MANILA – House Deputy Speaker and Batangas 6th District Rep. Ralph Recto on Sunday called on authorities to stop relying on “lamppost CCTVs” in piecing post operation evidence and instead source the foot-

age from the equipment they carry before, during and after drug operations.

Recto said police officers should wear body cameras (bodycams) during drug busts so that a video recording of the operation

can aid in prosecuting suspects, commend deserving officers and deter those caught and their coddlers from bribing their way to freedom.

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DILG: LGUs can craft policies to prevent spike in COVID-19 cases

DAVAO CITY (MindaNews) – Local government units (LGUs) can craft their own policies to prevent a spike in the number of coronavirus disease (COVID-19) cases in their areas, the Department of Interior and Local Government (DILG)-Davao Region said.

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tor Alex Roldan told the Kapehan sa Philippine Information Agency (PIA) on Friday that local government officials have been directed to implement some measures, including encouraging their constituents to wear face masks and practice physical distancing in crowded places, to prevent the spread of

the disease and abate the increasing trend of COVID-19 cases in the region.

He said the government would no longer reimpose the strict COVID-19 measures enforced at the height of the pandemic but LGUs are encouraged to take appropriate actions to immediately control the spread of the

disease.

As of April 10, DOHDavao reported a total of 358 active cases. Out of this total, 208 were reported in Davao City, 53 in Davao de Oro, 37 in Davao Oriental, 27 in Davao del Sur, 21 in Davao del Norte, and 12 in Davao Occidental.

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PERSONNEL of the Department of Information and Communication Technology and telecommunications companies assist the elderly during the conduct of the two-day subscriber identity module (SIM) card registration for senior citizens on April 12-13 at the NCCC Mall Buhangin. The telecommunications companies reported that as of April 10, there were about 65.145 million SIMs registered so far. BING GONZALES

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Datu Michael Ong Mastura: The ‘lion’ who writes our stories

(Message of Robert Maulana Marohombsar Alonto during the launch of Datu Michael Ong Mastura’s book, The Rulers of Magindanao in Modern History 15151903: Continuity and Change in a Traditional Realm in the Southern Philippines, at the Grand Pagana Hall in Cotabato City on 13 April 2023. Alonto is Commissioner at the Bangsamoro Commission for the Preservation of Cultural Heritage of the Bangsamoro Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao)

Bismillah ar Rahman ar Rahiim

Assalamo ‘alaykom wa Rahmatullahi wa Barakatuho. Good afternoon.

When I received yesterday the invitation of Kaka Datu Mike Mastura to attend the book launching today, what immediately came to my mind was – I wouldn’t miss it for the world.

I broached to Ruh yesterday morning at breakfast in Cagayan de Oro the prospect of driving to Cotabato City to attend Kaka Mike’s book launching, and without blinking an eye his spontaneous reply was – “Let’s go!”.

I thought he wanted to make the overland trip to he told me he had to go because he wants Kaka Mike to autograph the book he purchased from the Ateneo Press. Ruh once taught history in a state university in Cagayan de Oro and he looks up to his Bapa Mike as his guro, if you will, when it comes to scholarship and Moro history.

The launching of Kaka Mike’s book, “The Rulers of Magindanao in Modern History, 1515-1903” is a muchawaited event. When Ruh made an advance purchase from Ateneo Press, he was able to get only one copy because he was told there were limited copies.

I posted the book on my Facebook page to inform both

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friends and relatives in Ranao about it, and I received so many queries by text as to how they can secure a copy. I said they should try online bookstores or the Ateneo Press. I didn’t know then that there was going to be a book launching in Cotabato until our good friend, Member of Parliament Atty. Mary Ann Arnado, told us about it in a reply to a query on Facebook.

If Kaka Mike’s book were a movie, the Hollywood producers of John Wick 4 would have a run for their money.

Indeed, for history buffs like us, Kaka Mike’s book

erence material on a subject matter very close to our hearts: Bangsamoro history. His book, “The Rulers of Magindanao,” in fact comes at a very timely moment when the Mindanao State University and the Bangsamoro Commission for the Preservation of Cultural Heritage (BCPCH) are about to operationalize their partnership in the writing of Bangsamoro history from the perspective of the Bangsamoro any time after Ramadhan.

Let me digress a bit. For your information, the writing of Bangsamoro history from the perspective of the Bangsamoro is the primary responsibility of the BCPCH. This is in the Bangsamoro Organic Law and the Bangsamoro Administrative Code, but the idea originated from the peace negotiation wherein Kaka Mike and I served as senior members of the MILF (Moro Islamic Liberation

Front) Peace Negotiating Panel.

history from the Moro perspective. Why from the Moro perspective? There is an old African saying that “Unless the lion learns to write, all stories glorify the hunter.” Writing Bangsamoro history from the perspective of thetion but for Truth.

“The Rulers of Magindanao in Modern History” is authored not just by any Moro from a Moro standpoint but by THE Michael Mastura, the Moro from the bloodline of our illustrious ancestor, Sultan Muhammad Dipatuan Qudarat, and whose inimitable erudition is an institution in Moro scholarship - the ‘lion’ who writes our stories –and is thus the pride of the Bangsamoro people.

Kaka Mike: Thank you for writing and publishing this book.

Ramadhan Mubarak.

Wassalamo ‘alaykom wa Rahmatullahi wa Barakatuho.

(MindaViews is the opinion section of MindaNews. Robert Maulana Marohombsar Alonto was a member of the peace panel of the Moro Islamic Liberation Front that negotiated the Framework Agreement of the Bangsamoro signed in 2012 and the Comprehensive Agreement on the Bangsamoro signed in 2014. He was also a member of the Bangsamoro Transition. Commission that drafted the proposed Bangsamoro Basic Law that Congress during the Aquino administration failed to pass. Alonto is presently Commissioner for Lanao del Sur of the Bangsamoro Commission for the Preservation of Cultural Heritage of the Bangsamoro Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao. Alonto posted this piece on his FB page on 27 November 2022. MindaNews was granted permission to publish this)

Ang wakwak sa may sapa

MALAYBALAY CITY (MindaNews) — Bisan sa kaabante nas teknolohiya karong panahona, daghan pang mga Pinoy ang nahikot sa mga too-too kun superstition sa Ingles. Samot na niadtong batan-on pa ako; kanunay nakong madungog ang mga sugilanon bahin sa mga kapre, ongo, sigbin, balbal, barangan ug wakwak.

Gani, nakahinumdom ko nga adunay pipila ka lumolupyo sa among lungsod nga gitoohang mga wakwak (aswang sa Tagawog). Ang usa kanila usa intawon ka yanong lungsoranon kansang panimalay nahimutang daplin sa usa ka sapa nga napuno sa nipa. Paspas man mokuyanap ang mga tabi-tabi, busa segurado akong siya mismo ug iyang mga kabanay nasayod sa maong pasangil batok kaniya.

Matud pa, sa panahon nga sila gustong mangwakwak, mobulag ang parte sa ilang lawas gikan sa hawak pataas ug molupad aron mangitag biktima. Gawas sa dugo paborito kuno nila ang atay, ilabina ang sa mga masuso pang bata. Ang uban modugang pag-ingon nga ang mga babayeng mabdos kinahanglan usab magbantay batok sa mga wakwak kay humot sa ilang panimhot ang bata sulod sa sabakan.

“Unsaon man pagkahibalo nato nga wakwak ang usa

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rest. And the speculations about the cover-up, that will stop once he speaks.

in that organization, he is the head of the agency, so he should speak so that everyone will know. It will end all speculations),” he added.

Dela Rosa, Azurin’s upperclassman at the Philippine Military Academy the Duterte administration said they would meet when he visits Camp Crame Monday morning.

The senator will be the PNP’s guest during the Azurin promised to break his silence on the

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ka tawo?” nangutana ako kausa sa akong klasmeyt nga “eksperto” kung wakwak ug ubang nilalang sa kangitngit ang hisgutan. “Mailhan man kay magpula ang ilang mata,” tubag niya. Pastilan, Unsaon na lang kung namula imong mata tungod sa bilar unya makita sa mga tawong matootoohon. (Pasensya sa tongue twister.)

“Pero nganong wala man lagi ta nakabalita nga naay giwakwak diris atong lungsod?” nako pa. “Kanang wakwak didto man na mangitag biktima sa laing lugar,” maoy iyang tubag.

Laing “kamatuoran” sa iyang pagka “eksperto”: Nahibalo siya unsa ang pangontra sa wakwak.

“Magsul-ob kag habak (kanang basiyo sa bala nga ihikot sa hawak) aron dili sila makaduol nimo. Kung imo silang matagbo unya naa kay sundang, gikan sa wala padulong sa too ang imong tigbas aron maigo sila ug

madutlan,” matud pas akong klasmeyt nga daw lupigon si Van Helsing sa pagkasuhito.

“Kung naa kay dalang lana, mailhan nimo nga wakwak imong kaatubang kay mobukal man ang lana,” dugang niya.

Wala na ko nakasubay niadtong maong klasmeyt. Hinaut wala siya nabiktimag wakwak (hahaha).

Pagkakaron, igo na lamang kitang mopahiyom ug malingaw sa hilom kung atong madumduman ang mga sugilanon nga sama sa akong giasoy. Makaingon tingali ang pipila nga pagka-ignorante diay sa mga tawo niadtong panahona.

Apan alang kanako, ang mga too-too dili sukaranan sa pagka-ignorante; kini nagsalamin lamang sa kahimatngon nga naumol sa kasinatian ug sa palibot. Dugang pa, nahimo kining tipik sa mabulokon natong kultura ug tuboran sa pagkamamugnaon diha sa panulat, pelikula, ug ubang natad sa arte.

Busa, inay nga kataw-an ug kamenusan, atong susihon nganong nahulma ang maong kahimatngon. Sa maong paagi, mas masabtan nato ang atong mga gamot ug kasaysayan.

alleged attempt of PNP top officials to cover up the arrest of dismissed Master Sgt. Rodolfo Mayo Jr., tagged in the shabu haul in October 2022.

Col. Redrico Maranan, PNP spokesperson, said Azurin would give a public statement once all reports surrounding Mayo’s arrest come in.

Department of the Interior and Local Government Secretary Benhur Abaloscluding two-star generals, allegedly covering up the arrest of Mayo.

Dela Rosa likewise controversy to seek comfort from their wives.

“Ang advice ko sa kanila, puntahan nyo ang asawa nyo. Doon ninyo iiyak ang lahat ng sama ng loob Ninyo, sa asawa nyo. Ako, noon, ganon din ang sitwasyon ko. Wala akong ibang iniiyakan tuwing gabi kundi ang asawa ko. Kung wala kayong kasalanan, wala kayong dapat katakutan (My advice to them is, go see your wives. Cry all your troubles to your wives. This is what I did when I was in that same situation. I cry to no one else every night but my wife. If you did nothing wrong, then you have nothing to fear),” he said.

The senator lauded Abalos for policing the PNP and advised him to

members of the agency.

Dela Rosa said the Committee on Public Order and Dangerous Drugs that he heads would immediately conduct the investigation once Resolution No. Revilla Jr. is referred to the body.

Revilla sought a probe to uncover the truth behind Mayo’s arrest and release, allegedly with the approval

The PNP welcomed the move of Revilla as it would give them an opportunity to explain.

Swift and thorough House Speaker Martin Romualdez said the inves-

tigation into the shabu haul must be swift and thorough.

“Let the ax fall where it must because police involvement in this alleged cover-up, especially antidrug operatives, cannot and should not be tolerated,” Romualdez said in a statement on Sunday.

He expressed dismay that those accused of al -

leged involvement are “the very same people tasked to go after peddlers of illegal drugs.”

“But while an in-depth investigation to ascertain the truth is being undertaken, measures to reorganize the police force’s drug unit should be implemented,” he said. (with reports from Zaldy De Layola/PNA)

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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.

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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.

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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.

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.

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AS...(frompage2) and affordable device, which is the camera, can preserve a hard to refute documentation of drug arrests. Whether the narcotics seized weigh one kilo or one ton, a video recording is the best receipt there is,” Recto pointed out in a statement.

“Mainam kung may resibo na mahirap ipagkaila. ‘Ika nga, may bodycam sa katawan at may dashcam sa sasakyan (It’s good to have a receipt that is hard to deny. As saying goes, bodycam in the body, dashcam in the car),” he added.

The presence of bodycams, he said, would also serve as a deterrent against any attempt by suspects and their backers to buy the freedom of the one arrested.

He said the use of body cameras can also be an “anti-arbor” device, referring to the street slang of suspects going scot-free intervened for their immediate release, without going through legal process.

The Philippine National Police (PNP) launched the use of body-worn cameras in June 2021 under Gen. Guillermo Eleazar (ret.). At the time, he said they needed to purchase up to 34,000 units to cover the entire force.

As of last year, there

were 2,696 body cameras in the inventory, according to PNP chief Gen. Rodolfo Azurin Jr. during the Congressional budget hearings.

As for the Supreme Court order requiring police officers to wear the gear while serving warrants, the PNP still lacks around 5,000 units as of September 2022.

According to PNP guidelines, the bodycams may be worn during checkstops, hot pursuits, arrests, suspicious vehicle/person stops, crimes in progress, assistance, transport of victims/suspects/detainees/ evidence, any significant law enforcement activities that need audio or video evidence, and when taking statements or gathering information.

“Dapat kasama ‘yan sa ng mga pulis na sasabak sa mga operasyon laban sa droga (It should be included in the OOTD of the policemen who would participate in the drug operations),” Recto said.

He said if it is now “SOP (standard operating procedure) for police ofblanket their activities with social media reportage, then why is such an important operation be spared of such coverage?” (PNA)

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percent print in 2022.

“High domestic inflation, weak external demand, and aggressive monetary tightening undertaken by the BSP will constrain economic growth and inevitably weigh on the public coffers,” it added.

The BSP’s key rates have been hiked by a total of 425 basis points from May 2022 to March this year in a bid to help address the country’s elevated and

The report also said the impact of further lowering of tax rates of those from the lower-middle income bracket will have its effect on government revenues, growth of which is expected to expand by only around 4 percent this year from an 18 percent year-onyear growth in 2022.

The government’s bid to sustain higher infrastructure spending willcal consolidation, it said,

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“Nakita nato ang negative effect sa economy when we strictly impalement some rules (We have seen the negative effect on our economy when we strictly implemented some rules),” Roldan said.

He said the public is encouraged to get booster shots from the Department of Health (DOH).

He said the DOHDavao reported the increase in COVID-19 cases in the region is not alarming.

In Davao City, Mayor Sebastian Duterte signed Executive Order 71 on December 1 adopting Presidential Executive Order 7 of President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. allowing voluntary wearing of face masks in “indoor and outdoor settings.”

Under the order, optional or voluntary wearing of face masks does not include the following: healthcare facilities, including but not limited to, clinics, hospitals, laboratories, nursing homes, and dialysis centers; medical transport vehicles such as ambulance, and paramedic rescue vehicles; and public transportation by land, air, or sea.

Wearing of face masks are highly encouraged for elderly, individuals with comorbidities, immunocompromised individuals, pregnant women, unvaccinated individuals, and symptomatic individuals.

minimize the spread of COVID-19 in the city shall continue to be implemented consistent with the principles of shared accountability, evidencebased decision-making, socioeconomic equity, and rights-based approach.”

In a press release issued by the Davao City -

Dr. Marjorie Culas, said it is on alert for a possible post-Holy Week increase in COVID-19 cases as the Southern Philippines Medical Center (SPMC) is currently in a 100 percent fullbed capacity status.

"We are on alert. If hospital beds are full and cases are high, where would critical patients go? They would need to be admitted to receive immediate medical attention and high-tech facilities," Culas said.

She said the active cases are mostly asymptomatic and mild.

She said she will meet with representatives of private hospitals on April 18 to discuss the possibility of adding more beds to cater to patients who contract the infection.

Culas said vaccination is available from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Mondays to Fridays at the People’s Park and every Friday from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the People’s Park.

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“Each of you is the embodiment of the spirit of volunteerism which bespeaks the commitment ‘Para sa Bayan.’ Your role is an integral part that constitutes a connecting link to the regular force of the AFP and with the society,” he said.

He also urged them to sustain the peace in Davao del Norte, which is an insurgency-free province. He said, “It is indeed imperative to sustain the peace in our area of responsibility; because having peace means having an opportunity for economic growth and progress where investment and development come in.”

The ceremony was also attended by Col. Josue M. Caberto, croup director of the 11th Regional Community Defense Group, Reserve Command.

The pinning of ranks and awarding of medals are military traditions that recognize the accomplishment and responsibility of soldiers who are promoted to a higher rank or who contribute to the mission of the command.

1001st Brigade Commander Colonel Ronnie Babac pins ranks and awards to 30 recognize Reservists' exceptional service at Headquarters 2201st Ready Reserve Infantry Brigade, Campsite in Apokon, Tagum City, Davao del Norte, on April 16.

Commendation Medal to the reservist personnel of 1102nd Ready Reserve Infantry Battalion, 1102nd CDC, Regional Community Defense Group, Reserve Command Philippine Army (RCDG).

In his speech, Col. Babac recognized the role of reservist in the community, "Each of you is the embodiment of the spirit of volunteerism which bespeaks the commitment "Para sa Bayan."

"Your role is an integral part that constitutes a connecting link to the regular force of the AFP and with the society," he said.

He further emphasized that sustaining the insurgency-free Davao del Norte it has today is a shared responsibility to prevent the resurgence of insurgency.

"It is indeed imperative to sustain the peace in our area of responsibility; because having peace means having an opportunity for economic growth and progress where investment and development come in," the brigade commander further said.

as it projects the share of expenditure to domestic output to post a higher average of around 19.8 percent until 2027 from the pre-pandemic level of around 17.6 percent.

“To achieve his (President Ferdinand Marcos Jr.) goal of maintaining growth at 6.5 to 8 percent, the Marcos administration has signaled that it will maintain an accommodaout this presidential term which spans the period 2022-2028,” it said.

The report said “a better infrastructure framework will help play a vital role in Marcos’ ambitious plans to make (the) Philippines a prime destination for foreign investors.”

“Despite a wider-thanthat the budget shortfall is still on a narrowing trend, which will bode well for theity,” it added. (PNA)

Section 3 states that the minimum public health standards “intended to effectively prevent and

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The discussion included a presentation of the PNP of cases involving cybercrime and how they are constantly working together to enforce the law among these offenders. The GCash team also had a meeting with the PNP-ACG Director of Operation PCol Villamor Tuliao to discuss how GCash can collaborate further with the PNP on investigation requirements to combat perpetrators. GCash presented its joint Public Service roadmap with the PNP, through Gilda Maquilan, VP for Public Affairs and Corporate Communications, in coordination with the PNP ACG PIO (Public Informa-

Capt. Michelle Sabino, to reinforce education for all stakeholders.

Aside from strengthening its partnership with the authorities, GCash has also been introducing gamechanging security features while doubling down on its education drive to its

She expressed concern that some commuters are no longer wearing face masks in public utility vehicles. (Antonio L. Colina IV / MindaNews)

customers. Geronilla did a live demo about the DoubleSafe security feature of the app recently launched to the public in March.

With DoubleSafe, even if a user inadvertently shares their MPIN and OTP to fraudsters, their account cannot be accessed from another device without scanning the owner's face – ultimately preventing account takeovers.

“GCash is not only committed to reinforce our security measures in our app but also make sure that cybercriminals are punished according to the law while constantly reminding the public on how to safeguard their accounts,” said Atty. Adriano. “Together with authorities, other relevant government agencies and our users, we can ensure that GSafeTayo.”

Along with the launch of Doublesafe, GCash is also intensifying its GSafeTayo campaign through a series of awareness and

In a simple ceremony, Col. Babac pinned the rank to a total of 30 newly promoted reservists comprising of 17 Sergeants, 9 Corporals, and four Private First Class.

The brigade commander led the pinning of rank and awarding of Gawad sa Kaunlaran and Military

education materials that will help customers identify and avoid fake sellers, suspicious links, as well as other common forms of scams.

GCash has been in close coordination with the PNP-ACG to help protect its more than 79 million users from criminals, scammers, and fraudsters. The collaboration has led to the apprehension of suspected scammers and the blocking of suspicious accounts. The parties agreed to come up with a public service awareness campaign to appeal to the public, improve operations

share best practices to further combat cybercrimes.

GCash and the PNP continue to remind the public not to open unfamiliar links,as it is a common practice for scammers to gather personal user information. GCash has stopped

Pinning of ranks is a military tradition as a way of recognizing the accomplishment and responsibility that made a soldier promoted to a higher rank. On the other hand, the awarding of medals is a time-honored tradition in the military organization wherein personnel are being recognized for their contributions to the accomplishment of the mission of the Command.

The activity was also attended by Col. Josue M. Caberto, Group Director of 11 Regional Community Defense Group, Reserve Command Philippine Army.

sending links and SMS, emails to counter this. Secondly, never share personal information, GCash will never ask for your OTPS or MPINs and will only reach out through official channels. Lastly, they enjoin everyone to and double check before buying and check reviews for authenticity of goods transactions online to avoid being scammed.

To report scams and other suspicious activities, users can go to the the GCash Help Center via the GCash app or at https:// help.gcash.com/, Chat with Gigi, and choose “I want to report a scam.”

Through GCash’s unrelenting efforts to protect its users’ hard-earned money and the collective cooperation of its customers and partners, we can make sure that with GCash, #GSafeTayo.

PH, US forces hold amphibious raid exercise in Palawan

MANILA – Naval Forces West (NFW) has announced that joint Philippines and US forces on April 14 have successfully conducted the amphibious raid exercise of this year's "Balikatan" in Palawan.

In a statement Saturday, NFW chief Commodore

Alan M. Javier said the exercise was done at the beachhead of Barangay Samariñana in Brooke’s Point, Palawan.

"Following the arrival of the surface assets in Palawan (on April 14) an amphibious raid exercise was performed at the beachhead of Barangay Samariñana, Brooke’s Point, Palawan," he added.

This Fleet-Marine capability was showcased by different units, namely: BRP Jose Rizal (FF-150), BRP Tarlac (LD-601), amphibious assault vehicles, marine amphibious ready unit and marine Reservists.

The US forces, meanwhile, employed their force reconnaissance platoon.

"Amphibious raids are usually performed against the enemy. It is accomplished by employing a special force into an area that is controlled by enemy forces. Amphibious raids are commonly quick and swift leav-

ing minimal footprints on the ground," Javier said.

The successful conduct of the amphibious raid in the "Balikatan" 38-23 reinforces the Philippine Navy’s commitment in ensuring national sovereignty, security and stability.

This year's "Balikatan" started April 11 and is set to end on April 28.

US forces

Meanwhile, the Philippine Army (PA) said it successfully executed the Javelin anti-tank weapon system live-fire exercise with the US Army and US Marines forces as part of the introductory activities of the Balikatan 38-23 at Range 2, Fort Magsaysay, Nueva Ecija last April 13.

"The US Army, US Marines, and PA troops fired five missiles which are facilitated by the antitank trainers during the simulation of the combat scenario, a part of the 38th iteration of 'Balikatan',” Army spokesperson Col. Xerxes Trinidad said in a statement Saturday.

“The PA soldiers applied the skills they learned through lectures and simulation exercises, especially during the Subject Matter Expert Exchanges (SMEE)

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Adding to the rise of occupancy rate of Rogen Inn is the high walk-in rate, shares Bangayan. This has been the trend for the past quarters.

Whenever guests check in at Rogen Inn, the receptionists ask how they knew about Rogen Inn and why they chose to stay at the inn. Four replies are consistent. First, Rogen Inn was recommended by business associates, relatives and friends. First hand recommendation is one of the effective promotions any brand can have. Second, the affordable rates, a good

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of the recently-concluded 'Salaknib' 2023 Phase 1. The Army troops showed their tactical skills, accuracy, and confidence in using the Javelin weapon which could be one of the integral armaments of the PA’s future arsenal," he added.

Meanwhile, PA chief Lt. Gen. Romeo S. Brawner Jr., who witnessed the exercise with United States Army Pacific commander Gen. Charles A. Flynn, applauded the smooth execution of the exercise.

“By sustaining the build-up and expansion of our areas of collaboration, we can achieve our shared goal of maintaining peace and security in the region,” he added.

Brawner also stressed that the exercise allowed the PA troops to deal with the real-time experience and to observe how the weapon works and reacts in the environment, particularly in an actual warfare setting.

”What you see here with 'Balikatan' and 'Salaknib' is an expression of us trying to commit to enabling and assisting the Philippine military (in) being able to protect their national sovereignty and protect the territorial integrity of the Philippines,” Flynn noted. (PNA)

price for a new and welldesigned room that comes with free breakfast. Third, the location. Tucked in a quiet spot in the city center yet very accessible to pertinent areas guests need to be.Fourth, the select Davao favorite restaurants offering a good range of cuisine.

“It’s value for money for every guest we welcome at Rogen Inn. As travelers ourselves, whether we do it for business or leisure, this is what we look for as well,” Bangayan shares.

May 2023 marks the first year anniversary of Rogen Inn. Bangayan said

EXTRAJUDICIAL SETTLEMENT OF ESTATE AMONG HEIRS WITH SALE

Notice is hereby given that the estate of the late REYNALDO, SR. DIAS MALUD, who died intestate on August 11, 2015;

That the deceased at the time of his death left a certain parcel of land located at Dongan Pekong, Matanao, Davao del Sur, containing an area of Eighteen Thousand Four Hundred Forty (18,440) Square Meters more or less, more particularly TCT No. CARP-06864;

Rules on Court of the Philippines, the abovementioned described property has been the subject of EXTRAJUDICIAL SETTLEMENT OF ESTATE AMONG HEIRS WITH SALE made and executed by an among his heirs per Doc. No. 133; Page No. 28; Book No. XIII; Series of 2023 of the Notary Public ATTY. VINCENT ANTHONY L. SUNGCOG – Davao City.

(MT-Apr. 10, 17 & 24, 2023)

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 February 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 PAGASA PAWNSHOP; magsubasta sa tanang prenda nga naremata atong Pebrero 2023. Ang tanang prenda dungan nga ibaligya sa publiko sa mga sumusunod nga dapit og petsa:

that the favorite business inn has lined up exciting offers to make Rogen Inn still on the top of mind of every business and leisure traveler in the coming months.

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Rogen Inn, a Department of Tourism XI accredited establishment, is located at the corner of Mt. Apo & Lopez Jaena Streets, Davao City. For reservations call 0917 687 6436 or email reservations@ rogeninn.com. Rogen Inn is offering its Summer Promotion for P1,980 for two with breakfast.

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tors, each of these ICTSI clients can now pay their fees and duties through the Bank’s digital platforms --- Business Online Banking (BOB) and Personal Online Banking (POB), as well as over the counter (OTC) at any BDO branch, the network with the widest coverage in the country.

“Our partnership with ICTSI embodies our philosophy of ‘We Find Ways.’ This solution helps ICTSI customers save on port charges, as their dues are settled faster and goods are released quicker. ICTSI, on the other hand, also benefits from faster payment reconciliation and quicker turnover of goods on their ports. This solution focuses on giving the rich payment information quicker while also speeding up the movement of cash in real-time manner,” said Carlo Nazareno, Senior Vice President and head of Cash Management Services of BDO Unibank.

EXTRAJUDICIAL SETTLEMENT WITH WAIVER OF RIGHTS

NOTICE is hereby given that the estate of the late ROGELIO F. TAGOC who died intestate on May 06, 2022 at Southern Philippines Medical Center, Davao City;

That the deceased at the time of his death left a certain motorcycle follows to wit:

MAKE/TYPE OF BODY : HONDA/MC with center Car

CR NO. : 237396950

ENGINE NO. : KYA00E028105

CHASSIS NO. : KYA00028108

MV FILE NO. : 1112-394550

COLOR : REY/YELLOW

That pursuant to Sec. 1 Rule 784 of the Revised Rules on Court of the Philippines, the above-mentioned described property has been the subject of EXTRAJUDICIAL SETTLEMENT WITH WAIVER OF RIGHTS Made and executed by and among his heirs per Doc. No. 125; Page No. 26; Book No. II; Series of 2023 of the Notary Public Atty. Eula Maye Celaine P. Arias of Davao City.

(MT- Mar. 3, 10 & 17, 2023)

BDO is the country’s largest bank in terms of total assets, loans, deposits and trust funds under management. The Bank has the country’s largest distribution network, with over 1,600 consolidated operating branches and

more than 4,600 ATMs nationwide, and has 16 inEurope, North America and the Middle East. The bank also offers extensive digital banking solutions to make banking easier, faster, and more secure for its clients.

EXTRAJUDICIAL SETTLEMENT OF THE ESTATE OF THE LATE MILAGROS BUGARIN JUNIO

Notice is hereby given that the estate of the late MILAGROS BUGARIN JUNIO who died intestate on February 27, 2023 in Davao City; That the deceased at time of her death left parcels of land, which are more particularly described as follows:

Talomo, City of Davao; containing an area of One Hundred Twenty (120) Square Meters more or less;

Caliclic, Babak, Island Garden City of Samal, containing an area of Two Hundred

Caliclic, Babak, Island Garden City of Samal, containing an area of Two Hundred Square (200) Square Meters more or less;

Caliclic, Babak, Island Garden City of Samal, containing an area of Two Hundred (200) Square Meters more or less;

Caliclic, Babak, Island Garden City of Samal, containing an area of Two Hundred

Caliclic, Babak, Island Garden City of Samal, containing an area of Two Hundred (200) Square Meters more or less;

EXTRAJUDICIAL SETTLEMENT OF ESTATE

NOTICE is hereby given that the estate of the late LASSIE A. SORROSA who died intestate on February 28, 2022 at Kalibo Aklan;

That the deceased at the time of her death left certain parcel of land, situated at Barangay Kasilak, Panabo, particularly described as follows:

TRANSFER CERTIFICATE OF TITLE NO. C-4722 “A parcel of land (Lot 8212-C, Psd-112315-040544 being a portion of Lot 8212, Cad-276, Tagum Cadastre, situated in the Barrio of Casilac; Muni. Of Panabo; Province of Davao, containing an area of THIRTY THOUSAND (30,000) 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 EXTRAJUDICIAL SETTLEMENT OF ESTATE made and executed by and among her heirs per Doc. No. 430; Page No. 87; Book No. LV; Series of 2022 of the Notary Public Atty. Fairy Faith B. Ragabo-Agustin of Davao City. (Apr. 3, 10 & 17, 2023)

Community

ROGEN INN: A choice MICE venue & more

ROGEN Inn is now marked as a choice venue for MICE and staycation by many.

March was the busiest month for the young hospitality establishment, when Rogen Inn has proven to be an excellent venue for meetings, conferences and events. The inn was a “partner hotel” of the Micecon 2023, the premier gathering of professionals in the MICE industry. In the same month, it was also one of the chosen residences for delegates of several of the biggest conventions Davao has hosted after the pandemic lockdown.

“Rogen Inn in March 2023 was at its busiest. We had the highest occupancy rate for rooms and function halls in the inn’s 11-month history. Everyday was a busy day

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ered in with full house days for Rogen Inn, as shared by the sales and marketing team. With the bookings for rooms and events, it will continue on until the end of the month.

“Large groups from national brand companies, religious congregations, educational institutes and private enterprises are scheduled for private functions at the

ballroom and meeting rooms, and residency at Rogen Inn. With more April bookingsprisingly, these bookings were done prior to Micecon 2023, one of the city’s most publicized events,” said Bangayan.

The inn conceived for business people has its share of the staycation market as well. Families with children from the city and other regions have had their staycaWeek break. The Easter Promotion which offered low room rates and access to Easter activities drew in a crowd.