MINDANAO TIMES, May 5-7, 2023

BY VIC N. SUMALINOG

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Clear dikes

BY RHODA GRACE B. SARON

THE River Patrol Monitoring Team tasked with surveillance, monitoring and demolition of illegal structures in the city reported that most of the demolished structures were on top of dikes and under the bridges in the city.

Angel Sumagaysay, head of the Public Safety

these are mostly located in Talomo, SIR Matina, Davao river, Panacan and in Bago Gallera. Most of these structures were already

demolished.

Sumagaysay said that most are made of light materials and a few are made of concrete, which is why it took them sometime to demolish some of them. These structures are usu-

ally extensions of houses, toilets, kitchen and cages of animals. While others build apartments.

He said that as other informal settlers have already settled in these areas for two decades or more,

demolition takes time as they need to find areas to stay. They are usually accommodated by family members living nearby.

The team coordinated with the City Social Welfare and Development Offorms of support to settlers who have to leave their

homes.

“Usahay mangayo sila'g time makapangita og lugar so dili man pud dayon namo gina-diretso og demolish, muingon kami nga one week, after one week dire-diretso na na (Sometimes they ask for time so we cannot directly demolish and we suggest that we

will conduct the demolition after one week and when that time comes the demolition pushes through),” he said.

Sumagaysay said that the demolition of structures on top of dikes and under bridges came as a verbal order by the former Davao

HEALTH workers of Toril Health Center conduct vaccination of measles and rubella as part of the Chikiting Ligtas, a nationwide supplemental immunization campaign to children 0-59 months old spearheaded by the Department of Health BING GONZALES

NBI cautions public on OTP scam

CHO highlights

BY DONNA AGCAMBOT AND PRINCESS LACORTE

free services offered by the 20 years old and above and service is also free and available in all 18 district health centers in Davao

with reactions to the acid will be referred to gynecol vaccines are intended for

BY RHODA GRACE B. SARON

The National Bureau of Investigation- South Eastern

Lawyer Archie Albao, Regional Director of NBI for the transaction once the

National Library of

She said she and her

Wednesday declared she reelected as governor

ences and wishes to settle

can reach to an agree was referring to the recent

are celebrating the National story we will be telling is the wrote this story we are tell National Library to write a

ed a storytelling activity for

awareness orientation for With these activities, the love of reading and love of

is an advantage for the

said this is what leaders who cast their ballots in

CHONA Dazon, RN, MPH, talks about CHO’s cervical cancer prevention advocacy during iSPEAK media forum. Photo Credits: Gabrielle Aguilar

THERE will be enough rice supply in the region despite the looming El Nino, the Department of Agriculture (DA) – XI said.

Abel James I. Monteagudo, Regional Executive Director of DA XI, stated that crops were harvested prior to the dry cropping season which for public demand.

“So tungod nahumana

BY MYQUE ROLLON

nata og harvest, wala ni siya maapektuhi kaayo na muingon nga gamay ang harvest tungod naabtan siya sa huwaw or nadaot ang humay… so wala, kay wala paman niabot ang huwaw naka-harvest nata (So since we are done with the harvest, it [supply] is not that affected for us to say that the small amount of harvest is due to drought or damaged crops. So no, since we already have

harvested the crops before the looming El Niño),” Monteagudo said.

He reiterated that the National Food Authority (NFA) continues to monitor the in-and-out data of rice supply in the market.

“According to them [NFA], kung dili lang gyud ni nga mu full-blown nga huwaw or dry spell… Kaya ra, kaya ra sa existing nga supply (According to them ( /DA/7)

NOTICE OF AUCTION SALE

M. LHUILLIER PAWNSHOPS will sell at the Public Auction on MAY 17, 18 & 19, 2023, all overdue pledges left in the same in all the branches below up to NOVEMBER, 2023. Patrons are enjoined to verify their receipts.

Ang M. LHUILLIER PAWNSHOPS mag subasta karong MAYO 17, 18 & 19, 2023 sa tanang butang na naremati diri sa tagsa-tagsa ka buhatan gihinganlan sa ubos. Tanang butang nga giprenda hangtud sa NOBYEMBRE, 2023 nga wala malukat/maapil sa subasta. Giawhag ang tanang suki sa pagsusi sa ilang resibo.

BRANCHES

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

AUCTION SALE

MAY 17, 18 & 19, 2023 @ 9:00 A.M.

DA-XI James Monetagudo said providing horses to remote farming communities in the region can address farm to market transportation of farmers. (Myque Rollon/UM Intern)

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Pareidolia Blues!

all of a sudden? Are they similar to those

and reality are not opposites, but merely-

WE are certain that Davaoeno Senator Christopher Lawrence “Bong” Go is aiming high in the level of his public service. This can easily be gleaned by every consistent observer of the way he comports himself in the performance of his duties as senator. This can also be observed from his choicecance and of importance to the masses with which to react.

And he has chosen to espouse and implement a program that endears him to the millions of disadvantaged Filipinos – the institutionalization of the Malasakit Centers in various parts of the country.

Everybody is well aware of the fact that when one is has to confront is the lack or even absence of money to pay for hospitalization and other related expenses. Senator Go, perhaps learning from his experience when he was man Friday of then Davao City Mayor and former Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte, replicated the Davao-originated hospitalization aid program at the national level.

Malasakit Centers are already operational. These are facilities where those who are hospitalized and have no one to turn to for help defray medicine and services expenses can approach for assistance. The operation of these centers is funded through the Senator’s initiative.

On the other hand, Go seems to know what issue of nagive his reaction. One example is the controversial proposal pension scheme for the men and women in the uniformed service.

His stand on the issue is to retain the present system, and that if to have the men in uniform contribute to the fund build-up for the pension, it should only apply to new entrants, was widely acceptable to those who stand to be affected.

And for now Senator Go is the most visible among the

Without doubt these things that the senator from Davao City is currently doing are political investments that willtion. Thus, when the right time comes Bong Go will surely have his “return-on-investment.”

portends of doom and, more popularly, as manifes-

EDITORS’ NOTE:

But of course we know that it will not be for the immediate. He will surely not attempt to go against sure Presidential candidate in 2025 Vice President Sara Duterte-Carpio, the daughter of his mentor. Go would probably not even consider running for Vice President as the VP’s tandem. It would not look good for an all-Davao team-up.

The senator of course is young and he has many more years ahead of him as a public servant. Therefore, he can look forward to the election in 2031.

Meanwhile Go can continue to level up his services And he must be extremely cautious in all dealing he will do destroy the foundation he as painstakingly started building for his political career.

We would like to extend our appreciation to the men whole-hearted efforts to implement in the city the Health Department’s program to vaccinate the children against diseases normally prevalent in their young age like rubella, dengue, pneumonia, and others.

rangays, even in the remotest of areas in the second and third districts. The teams have even utilized the barangay health the schedules of vaccination. Some of the BHWs even go to the extent of making house-to-house visits to inform parents and convince those hesitant ones to bring their children to the barangay health centers for immunization.

medical teams. But having personally observed their work; their travelling to places quite far from their stations on board “habal-habals” or single motorbikes are activities that should not be left unrecognized.

Keep up the good work. After all you are helping mold healthy lives of the “hope of our fatherland,” the children of today.

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The power of soft words

ZAMBOANGA CITY (MindaNews / 04 May) – I still vividly recall my experience with an ace writer. Fresh out of college, I attempted to write an essay for a local paper. However, the words that came out of the ace writer and the way they were spoken left me with the notion that writing was not for me. I thought it was an unachievable goal better left in the backyard of dreams, maybe to be pursued in another lifetime, but not in my current one.

While I can write a decent essay or two, I have no illusions of being a professional writer. In the hands of an expert wordsmith, my writing could easily end up in the trash. However, I believe that spoken words and actions can be just as sharp as the traditional weapons used by fearless warriors like the Tausug or Sama Bangingi’. A critic's sharp critique can cut through a topic like a barongment can pierce through someone's heart like a kampilan leaving no hope for change. And so, I grew up knowing words can be sharper than these traditional blades.

In the evening of May 1 holiday, I had the opportunitycial politics and religion. The purpose was to brainstorm ideas, but there was no rush for anyone to speak their mind. Rather, their presence, demeanor, eyes, and smiles conveyed everything that needed to be said. Their hearts were talking to each other in a way I am overwhelmed. I

KISSAH AND DAWAT: NOOR SAADA

cannot remember the last time I was in a gathering like this one.

Despite their knowledge about the topic, there were few verbal exchanges during our conversation. The speakers avoided attempts to impress or dominate the conversation and instead focused directly on the matter at hand. In the pauses between speaking, they exchanged soft words that conveyed empathy and understanding for each other's perspectives. These moments of spoken words and non-verbal actions epitomized the essence of empathic and dialogic conversation.

I am awestruck as I recall my research mentors, Dr. Ofelia Durante and Dr. Norma Gomez, speaking about the presence of the Holy Spirit during fruitful conversations. This feeling of blessedness is especially poignant as we have just left the holy month of Ramadan, and two or three of the participants in our discussion have already begun their optional fasts for the month of Shawwal. It is as though we are all connected in a spiritual sense, united in our pursuit of knowledge and understanding. The words of my mentors remind me that there is something special

about the way we communicate with one another, and it is not just about the words we say, but the spirit in which we say them.

tually, many of us will need to walk our talk. Some will be on the giving side of zakat (mandatory alms), sadaqat (optional charity), and awqaf (lasting endowment), while others will need to manage these resources sustainably and according to Islamic principles. I am simply in the middle, providing technical advice.

If there is one important lesson to take away from this evening's conversation, it is the power of soft words to inspire, motivate, and move us to action. May the Almighty bless our efforts and allow them to bear fruit for world for years to come.

(MindaViews is the opinion section of MindaNews. Noor Saada is a Tausug of mixed ancestry—born in Jolo, Sulu, grew up in Tawi-Tawi, studied in Zamboanga and worked in Davao, Makati and Cotabato. He is a development worker and peace advocate, former Assistant the Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao, currently working as an independent consultant and is a member of an insider-mediation group that aims to promote intraMoro dialogue.)

CHR welcomes the draft DepEd curriculum citing red-tagging and EJKs as rights violations

Commission on Human Rights (CHR) welcomes the recognise ‘red-tagging, trolling, and extrajudicial killings in its draft curriculum for Araling Panlipunan in basic education.

As the country’s independent national human rights institution, CHR has long denounced the act of red-tagging tagging only serves to stigmatise and silence individuals and groups critical of the government or advocating for social justice. More alarmingly, however, is that this practice has resulted in numerous human rights violations, including enforced disappearances, torture, and even arbitrary executions.[1][2]

In our calls to the government to uphold domestic and international human rights standards—such as right to freedom of expression, association, and assembly, the right to be free from arbitrary arrest and detention, torture, and other forms of ill-treatment, and the right to due

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City mayor.

In line with the said order, they properly explained to the public the importance of protecting dikes and bridges.

“Ang dike is para sa tubig, depensa sa mga nearby resident kay once man gud lansangan nimo ang dike, for sure ang integrity ana pag masudlan og tubig maguba gyud, worse ang mahitabo. (Dikes are built so that water will be contained and residents are protected. Once you construct over a dike or bore holes on it, its integrity weakens and it gets damaged, worse things can happen),” Sumagaysay said.

He added that many dikes, particularly in

[NFA], if it will not be a full-blown drought or dry spell… The existing supply

Bunawan, have already been damaged because of concrete structures built on top of them. This is the reason why the team is really pushing to demolish existing structures as soon as possible.

He said that they always underscore the importance

“Ang purpose ana is protection na siya sa mga flooding, pero nganong ginahimuan na ninyo og balay? Masabtan na nila basta maayo lang ang pagpasabot (The purpose of the dike is for protection from building houses there? The residents can understand as long as it is properly explained to them),” he said

DA XI also said that there is a 1-2 Pesos difference on rice market value in the various areas of the region.

BY COMMISSION ON HUMAN RIGHTS

to incorporate the recognition of red-tagging, trolling, and extrajudicial killings as human rights violations into culture of respect for human rights and the rule of law among young Filipinos.

The Commission believes that this proposition will not only help raise awareness among students on the dangers of red-tagging, but also on the importance of protecting the fundamental rights and freedoms of all individuals.

curriculum is consistent with their existing policy on -

the need to integrate human rights concepts, values, and

principles across all subjects and levels of education. human rights violations shows a concrete example of human rights issues. Likewise, it provides an opportunity for students to critically analyse the complex and multi-faceted nature of human rights violations, and to explore ways to address them through peaceful and lawful means.

implementation of the curriculum is consistent with the principles of human rights education, and that it provides accurate and balanced information on the issue. We also call on other branches of the government to take concrete steps to address the root causes of red-tagging and ensure that those responsible for human rights violations are held accountable.

replicated by other stakeholders and government agencies to protect and promote human rights in all aspects of Philippine society.

DOLE-9 releases P43.5-M livelihood, employment aid

ZAMBOANGA CITY –

The Department of Labor

some PHP43.5 million worth of livelihood and emergency employment assistance coinciding with the Labor Day celebration in Zamboanga Peninsula.

80 percent of the PHP43.5 million was distributed to 9,328 beneficiaries of livelihood and emergency employment assistance in this city.

The 20 percent or more than PHP8.7 million was released in the provinces of Zamboanga Sibugay, Zamboanga del Norte and

Zamboanga del Sur, and Isabela City.

Tan said that 658 of the city are workers of canning who were affected by the three-month closed season

“We provide them emergency employment through the Tulong Panghanapbuhay para sa Disadvantaged/Displaced (TUPAD) workers program,” Tan said. “They worked for 10 days and received PHP351 daily or for a total PHP3,510 each based on the minimum wage law.”

A number of TUPAD recipients, who requested anonymity, said the short them employment had

helped them a lot.

Tan said that 50 beneficiaries received PHP994,600 livelihood

Integrated Livelihood Program (DILP).

The Labor Day activity here is a job fair wherein 3,909 vacancies are available.

director, said the vacant jobs are open for individu-

als seeking local and overseas employment.

The job fair was participated by 34 employers, four of which are overseas placement agencies.

This year’s Labor Day celebration is anchored on the theme “Pabahay, Bilihing Abot-Presyo, Benepisyo ng Matatag na Trabaho para sa Manggagawang Pilipino.” (PNA)

9GEMS Pawnshop Inc.

All 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 MARCH 2023, if not renewed or redeemed will be sold to the public on MAY 16, 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 MARSO 2023. Ang tanan prenda ibaligya sa publiko karong MAYO 16, 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.

DAVAO FIRST COLOR PAWNSHOP

#47 Lao St., Toril, Davao City Tel. No. 295-2460

Egger Bldg., Matina Crossing Davao City Tel. No. (082) 285-7069

NOTICE OF AUCTION SALE

ALL PAWNED ITEMS EXPIRED ON MARCH 2023 AND GADGETS THAT EXPIRES ON APRIL 2023 WILL BE DISPLAYED IN A PUBLIC AUCTION ON MAY 16, 2023 AT 9:00AM.

NOTICE OF AUCTION SALE

Toy Bldg., Lapu-lapu St., Agdao, Davao City

NOTICE OF AUCTION SALE

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

MARCH 23, 2023 MAY 13, 2023

All pawned items that expired during the month of NOVEMBER 2022, if not renewed or redeemed will be sold to the public on MAY 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 NOBYEMBRE 2022. Ang tanan prenda ibaligya sa publiko karong MAYO 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.

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.

NOTICE OF AUCTION SALE

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.

CPB-NGI PAWNSHOP, INC.

NOTICE OF AUCTION SALE

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

(Fronting Queen Bank) Tel. No. (082) 222-1561 ; (082) 321-0128

Email: goldstandardpawnshopdavao@gmail.com

Accepts: Jewelry, wholesaler and retailer on all kinds of jewelry

NOTICE OF AUCTION SALE

All jewelry and other articles pawned from NOVEMBER 16, 2022 TO DECEMBER 15, 2022 if not redeemed or renewed on MAY 19, 2023 will be sold to the Public Auction on MAY 22-24, 2023 at our Pawnshop premises from 9:00am to 6:00pm.

NOTICE OF AUCTION SALE

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 MAY 16, 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 MAYO 16, 2023.

Tel. # 234-6367

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

PAWNS NOT REDEEMED/RENEWED WITHIN FIVE (5) DAYS AFTER EXPIRY DATES WILL BE AUCTIONED ON MAY 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.

General Lao, Toril Agton. Toril

(formerly Cabaguio Panabo

MAY 16, 2023

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MAY 16, 2023

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TEL NO.: 321-2185 / 234-4844

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.

BRANCHES AUCTION DATE TEL. NOS. SAN PEDRO MAY 16, 2023 321-2185 ILUSTRE MAY 16, 2023 234-4844

Roque Bldg., Matina Crossing, Davao City

3 more C-130 planes to boost PAF's airlift, HADR capabilities

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ditional Lockheed C-130 "Hercules" cargo aircraft that the United States will transfer to the country will greatly boost the Philippine Air Force (PAF)'s airlift and humanitarian assistance and disaster relief (HADR) capabilities.

"Any equipment/platform that can augment our great help in the transport of personnel and logistics for our focused military operations," PAF spokes -

Castillo said in a message to reporters Tuesday. She also added that these additional C-130s will also improve the PAF's HADR capabilities in "times of calamities and disasters."

As of this time, the PAF is known to operate four models of the C-130s for transport and other related missions.

time) said the US will be helping to enhance the

capabilities of the Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP) by transferring two Island-class and two Protector-class patrol vessels and three C-130H aircraft pending "applicable Conquirements".

Additionally, two Cyclone-class patrol vessels are now enroute to the Philippines after its transfer shortly after its decommisBahrain.

Tubbataha Reef search and rescue efforts

As this developed, the Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP) on Tuesday said that two sites of thewere used as staging areas to help in the search and rescue (SAR) operations for missing divers in Tubbataha Reef.

"Three US air assets stationed in Antonio Bautista Air Base, Puerto Princbeing utilized to help in

Marawi Compensation Board hears opinions on compensation law IRR

formulate the implementing rules and regulationsheld a public consultation, April 27, which was joined by experts from various community sectors and internally displaced persons (IDPs) who were affected by the war in the city in 2017.

Such an activity is intended to present the board’s initial draft and gather significant notes from the participants, which would be consolidated and taken into consideration inity rules.

damun-Latiph stressed

that they need to adopt an IRR to enforce the Compensation Act of 2022 efficiently, timely, and effectively.

"This public hearing seeks your comments, suggestions, opinions, and positions on the proper and effective implementation of the law, which will hopefully provide much-needed wisdom for the board," she said.

Latiph has stressed that no amount of money can compensate for the lost lives and the physical, emotional, and psychological destruction caused by the siege that still lingers today.

She stated that even the city here and its nearby municipalities have not

she underscored that the payment would at least

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a remarkable hotel experience.”

Seda Abreeza is the third in a continuing series of Seda Hotels by the Ayala Land Hotels and Resorts Corporation

Floirendo family of Davao. Seda, just like the luxurious fabric it was named after, represents the commitment to providing pleasurable hotel experience in all its 186 tasteKen Kapulong would say, “Seda is all about offering comfort, value and refreshing simplicity in its 10 years of patient and tranquil existence.”

It was a wonderful opportunity for the former Sedaezon City) to visit Davao again to celebrate with Davaoenos in Seda Abreeza’s “Pasasalamat” on the occasion of its 10th anniversary. “Looking back into the past 10 years, I can say that we have seen the hotel and the whole Abreeza team successfully evolved and progressed from

address their concerns and regain a measured amount of dignity and justice.

"It seeks to compensate hope no one will be left behind," said Latiph.

The board chairperson conveyed that this has been one of the events they their mandate, which is to grant payment to the siege victims.

She shared that since establishing their board, they have already started working non-stop, which has resulted in attaining some milestones according to their action plan.

Latiph reiterated that their board is an independent quasi-judicial body created under Republic Act -

tion Act of 2022, signed by

former President Rodrigo Roa Duterte a year ago, on April 30, 2022.

Looking back, she underlined that the law was really the fruit of a series of hard work and lobbying to the Congress, Senate, and President.

Apart from granting payment to approved claimants, Latiph added that the board is a transitional justice mechanism that promotes healing and reconciliation between the national government and those impacted by the con-

"Ang tagal ng paghintay natin para makarating tayo sa punto na ito. Alhamdulillah, nakarating din tayo waiting for so long to reach this point. Alhamdulillah, we are able to arrive here)," she said. (CRG/PIA-10/ Lanao del Sur)

our humble beginnings to where we are now. It wasn’t an easy task but I am happy to say that, with the cooperation of the Seda team, the backing from our management company, and your full support, we are able to achieve

Restaurant still made it to the Tatler’s Dining Guide 2023 retaining its sixth year of being consistently included in the delightful offerings of local specialties and international

support for environmental protection by partnering with

he had while living here. He looked dapper in a formal Barong Tagalog that night as guests were requested to

four missing Filipino divers after their boat sunk in Tubbataha on April 30," AFP

Col. Jorry Baclor said.

The responsive United States-Philippines combined inter-agency operations was carried out at the request of the Philippine government.

In the early morning on -

Carlos Albert (PC-375) in an urgent response to in-

formation received about the sinking of a dive boat, said area.

Two aluminum boats ofmediately dispatched and joined the SAR operations conducted by two otherlized two of its air assets, augment the ongoing SAR operations. (PNA)

BI agents nab 2 illegal aliens in Cebu, Pasay

an Indian have been arrested for violating Philippine immigration laws on separate occasions in Cebu City and Pasay City, the Bureau of Immigration (BI) reported on Tuesday.

pects as 48-year-old US national Barry Lee Jordan and 33-year-old Indian national Harwinder Singh, 33, who were arrested by operatives of the BI intelligence division in Carcar City, Cebu and at the

respectively.

He added that both are detained at the BI warden facility in Camp Bagong Diwa, Taguig City while undergoing deportation proceedings.

According to BI intelli-

han Jr., the American was arrested at his partner’s residence in Barangay Upper Buenavista, Carcar City on April 28.

gional intelligence operations unit based in Cebu reported that Jordan had been overstaying in the country for more than seven years or since Dec.

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27, 2015, when he last arrived as a tourist.

It was learned that the foreigner could not present any travel document when confronted by the arresting team. Thus he will also be deported for being an undocumented alien.

He was also charged with undesirability after being considered a threat to his community.

This came as videos of Jordan threatening a bartender with a knife circulated on YouTube.

han also reported elements of the BI’s border control and intelligence group (BCIU) atrested Singh, who was caught with a fraudulent entry visa on his passport on April 25. Singh was about to board processed him doubted the authenticity of the Philippine entry visa pasted on his passport.

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by the BI’s forensic docuthat the Indian national's visa is counterfeit. (PNA)

many complied thus giving the feel of formality to the celebration. Surprisingly, there was a limited number of guests that evening as compared to Seda Abreeza’s more jovial celebration of its ninth anniversary last year. charming Ilongga, Pamela Joy Gonzaga-Barleta who was less than the mestizo Javier Hernandez, the President and came for the celebration namely Directors Alexis Legaspi, Rodrigo.

Congratulations, Seda Abreeza, on your tenth an -

PNP not giving up on missing sabungeros

MANILA – The Philippine National Police on Sunday night maintained it is committed to searching for the missing sabungeros and jail the suspects behind their disappearance.

"The PNP remains steadfast in their search for the missing sabungeros as suspects in the case have been issued warrants of arrest," PNP public information chief Col. Redrico Maranan said.

The case of the missing sabungeros involves the kidnapping of six victims -- James E. Baccay, Marlon E. Baccay, Rondel F. Cristorum, Mark Joseph L. Velasco, John Claude Venson Inonog and Rowel Gomez that transpired at the Manila Arena in Sta. Ana, Manila on Jan. 13, 2022.

Recently, a 15-page joint resolution was released by the Department of Justice (DOJ) disclosing that state prosecutors found probable cause to indict the

six suspects for six counts of kidnapping and serious illegal detention under Article 267 of the Revised Penal Code.

The suspects are Julie Patidongan, Gleer Codilla, Mark Carlo Zabala, Virgilio Bayog, Johnry Consolacion and Roberto Matillano Jr.

However, the complaint against Jonas A. Alingasa and Herolden Alonto was dismissed for

According to the resolution, prosecutors considered the testimonies of witnesses and CCTV footages from different barangays that showed the continuity of the forcible abduction.

The victims' cell phone conversation with their kin during the time they were abducted, the testimony of a witness who identified the suspects, CCTV footage showing a black and a gray van followed by a silver Toyota Wigo that left the Manila Arena, the short lapse of time as shown in

the CCTV footage, and the victims' disappearance since the abduction were all cited as circumstances that may prove the suspects' guilt.

The case of Inonog, Baccay brothers, Cristorum, Velasco, and Gomez is one of the eight cases handled by the Criminal Investigation and Detection Group Special Investigation Task Group (CIDGSITG) “Sabungero”.

The SITG " Sabungero" encourages everyone with information regarding the case to come forward and help in the investigation.

Meanwhile, PNP chief Gen. Benjamin Acorda Jr. reassured the victims' families and the nation that the investigation would continue until the truth is uncovered.

"We will not stop until justice is served for the victims and their families.pects and the court issued warrants of arrests against

17 evacuees from Sudan arrive in Manila

MANILA – Government

of Foreign Affairs (DFA)

Secretary Enrique Manalo, on Saturday welcomed 17 Filipino evacuees at the Ninoy Aquino International Airport.

The group arrived past 6:30 p.m. at Terminal 3 in Pasay City via Qatar Airways Flight No. QR 204.

Among the evacuees from conflict-torn Sudan are eight hotel workers.

A report from the Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) identified them as Myra Castro, Sherly Arciga, Arnel Nacion, Johnny Mariano, Humphrey Manipis, Jomel Mallari, Marben Prila and Vilma Loba.

Upon assessment, the DSWD, through its National Capital Region Fielders, provided psychosocial intervention to the repatriated Filipinos as an initial assistance.

The eight fled from Khartoum, Sudan and arrived in Greece onboard a Greek military aircraft.

They were received by Philippine Ambassador to Greece Giovanni Palec.

On Friday, the 17 re-

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AUCTION SALE!

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 March 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 Marso 2023. Ang tanang prenda dungan nga ibaligya sa publiko sa mga sumusunod nga dapit og petsa:

them. We urge the suspects to surrender peacefully and face the charges because the PNP will not stop until they are all accounted for," he added. (With a report from Priam F. Nepomuceno/ PNA)

EXTRA JUDICIAL SETTLEMENT OF ESTATE WITH DEED OF ABSOLUTE SALE

NOTICE is hereby given that the estate of the late PROCOPIO S. DAHAN who died intestate on September 1, 2018;

That the deceased at the time of his death he is the registered owner of the parcel of land located at Bangkal, City of Davao, consisting of Three Hundred Forty-Four (344) Square Meters

No. T-216813 more particularly described as follows:

A parcel of land (Lot 7, Blk. 5 of the subdivision plan (LRC) Psd-177069, being a portion of Lot 337-1-2 (LRC) Psd128813, LRC (GLRO) Rec. No. 11974) situated in the City of Davao;

ens, Greece and Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, including the eight hotel workers, after representations with the Greek government through the Philippine Embassy in Athens.

The embassy received the group in Athens on the morning of Friday and ar-

to the Philippines through the DFA Assistance-toNationals Fund.

The other nine, includKhartoum via Port Sudan where they boarded a C130 plane of the Saudi Royal Air Force bound for Jeddah.

The Overseas Workers Welfare Administration (OWWA) provided the repatriation tickets for the eight workers while the consulate arranged for the a student.

The Philippine Consulate General in Jeddah issued travel documents to those who did not have their original passports.

“The Philippine government is working roundthe-clock to assist our kababayans (countrymen) who have left Sudan,” DFA Secretary Enrique Manalo said in a statement on Sat-

urday.

The DFA said personnel from the Department of Migrant Workers, OWWA and the Department of National Defense have also been deployed to augment the evacuation efforts.

Manalo thanked the foreign governments which extended help to Filipinos streaming out of the strifetorn state.

As of posting time, 610toum, with 391 crossing to the Egyptian side of the border in buses chartered by the Philippine Embassy in Cairo and the Philippine Honorary Consulate in Sudan.

The Embassy is currently arranging for their temporary visas and repa-ippines, while DMW and OWWA are preparing for shelter and other welfare assistance during transit.

“The Embassy and our DMW teams will make sure they will all be treated well onboard buses and in Cairo,” DMW Secretary Susan Ople said.

Ople earlier flew to Cairo to lead the distribution of welfare assistance to evacuated OFWs from Sudan. (PNA)

ZAMBOANGA CITY –

Seven New People’s Army (NPA) rebels, two already in their 60s, have withdrawn support from the communist group as they surrendered to authorities in Dumingag, Zamboanga del Sur.

The Area Police Command-Western Mindanao (APC-WM) said in a statement Saturday that the surrender of the seven NPA rebels resulted from the whole-of-nation approach launched by the Municipal Task Force to End Local (MTF-ELCAC), chaired by Dumingag Mayor Gerry Paglinawan.

The APC-WM identified the seven as Junry Apay Andata, 37; Pablito Sumampon Ayas, 55; Jemy Andata Mariano, 24; Ronel Ayas Andata, 26; Narcisa Antangig Andata, 33; Perino Sumampon Ayas, 65; and Florita Balaas Ayas, 62.

The seven yielded to Paglinawan around 1 p.m. Friday at the town hall. They will be turned over to the municipal government for community reintegration.

That pursuant to Sec. 1 Rue 74 of the Revised Rules on Court of the Philippines, the above-mentioned described property has been the subject of EXTRA JUDICIAL SETTLEMENT OF ESTATE WITH DEED OF ABSOLUTE SALE made and executed by and among his heirs per Doc. No. 351; Page No. 72; Book No. 18; Series of 2022 of the Notary Public Imelda D. Lopez-Evangelio – Davao City.

(MT-Apr. 28, May 5 & 12, 2023)

CAGAYAN DE ORO

CITY – Tourism in Northern Mindanao Region bounced back by 177 percent last year following the easing of restrictions from coronavirus disease 2019 (Covid-19) protocols, an

Mylah Faye Aurora

Cariño, the region's National Economic Development Authority (NEDA10) director, said the exceptional achievement can be attributed to "revenge travels" or the return of travelers’ influx to the region.

"The region’s annual tourist arrivals, domestic and foreign, in 2022 increased by 177% to 1.66 million from 599,000 in 2021," Cariño said in a

statement.

Cariño said the continued easing of pandemic-related mobility restrictions also led to the increased demand for travel and tourism-related services in the region.

She described the expansion of Northern Mindanao's economy last year as a sign of the region’s "further recovery from the pandemic and its resilience amid external headwinds."

The Philippine Statistics Authority-10, meanwhile, also recorded Northern Mindanao's services sector with a growth of 10.1 percent in 2022, describing it as a signal of the region’s recovery from the Covid-19 pandemic.

(PNA)

7 NPA rebels surrender in Zamboanga

Northern Mindanao’s tourism bounces back by 177% in ‘22

LifeStyle

SedaAbreeza’s“Pasasalamat”

WHEN Seda Abreeza opened its glass doors in the “Land of Promise” in May, 2013, the urban lifestyle hotel was one in celebrating Davao City’s progressiveness under the able leadership of the then Davao City Mayor Rodrigo Roa Duterte. Seda Abreeza bravely set a new standard in the burgeoning City’s hotel industry with its modern accommodation, state-of-the-art technology, personal yet unobtrusive service, and still other plus points to assure a traveler’s comfortable, convenient and seamless experience throughout his stay in the hotel. Seda, is a Spanish/Filipino word for silk, and “it is a symbol of commitment to weave together exceptional service and

DEPARTMENT Heads of Seda Abreeza with the Seda Directors from Manila

(L-R): Gene Bangayan, Michael E. Dakudao, Bang Flores, Ken Kapulong, Marissa S. Tionko

CHERRY Faye B. Al-ag, Javier Hernandez, Nichole Bian-Ledesma

AHRC President/CEO Javier Hernandez SEDA Vertis North GM Ken Kapulong SEDA Abreeza GM Pamela Joy G. Barleta ( /CULTURAL/10)