OPINION Something DCWD people should explore BY VIC N. SUMALINOG
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POSTERS are seen hanging along strategic locations in the city, including the Agdao flyover, to announce the holding of the Kadayawan festival in an in-person setting, the first since the pandemic hit the world in March 2020. BING GONZALES
‘Disgraceful version’
• Sara lambastes Walden Bello for ‘blaming’ her for libel case BY CARMELITO Q. FRANCISCO
VICE President Sara Duterte lashed at her opponent in the 2022 elections, Dr. Walden Bello, for branding as silly the two counts of libel case filed against him by former city information officer Jefry Tupas that has resulted in his arrest. Duterte, also the secre- an insult to the Prosecutors tional educator and a hutary of Education, said that and the time and effort they man rights activist — took for Bello to call the case as put in to uphold the rule it so low and displayed silly “speaks volumes of of law.” a disgraceful version of Mr. Bello’s character — it “Mr. Bello — suppos- himself, making him the was clearly derision of and edly a respected interna- perfect poster boy of some-
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one we hope our children will not become when they grow up,” she said in a statement released by her office. She added: “Mr. Bello should focus on salvaging what remains of his dignity and self-respect, I am ask-
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ing him to stop obsessing over me — and stop blaming me for his fall from grace.” She said instead of blaming her for what has happened, “playing the victim of an imaginary case of political persecution, and
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dragging me into his legal woes, I suggest that Mr. Bello be reminded of the fact that a civilized and democratic society does not respect hubris.” “The right to freedom of speech and expression ( / DISGRACEFUL / 10) mindanaotimes
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CHRISTIAN Dave Sobosobo prepares some of the materials for the Kadayawan floral float entry of a private company. Christian and his colleagues, all visual artists, the festival is being held in a face-to-face setting as they expect to earn from it. BING GONZALES
Man missing as floods hit city, bares CDRRMO BY RHODA GRACE B. SARON
THE City Disaster Risk and Reduction Management Office (CDRRMC) reported Tuesday that a 35-year old man was missing when strong current of water carried him during a heavy downpour on Monday in Purok Acacia, Barangay Tamugan. Alfredo Baloran, CDR- was caused by a low pres- rivers. RMO chief, said that the sure area, affected several Baloran said his ofheavy rain which resulted bodies of water in the city fi ce h as co n t i n u ed t o in flooding, also displaced that resulted in floods. monitor the impact of about 200 families. Those affected were the the rains, although he Baloran said Nilo Ocat, Davao River, Lasang Riv- said the office has made 35, was trying to salvage er, Lipadas River, Talomo sure that minimum pubfalling trees when a strong River, and Matina River. lic health protocols are water current from Davao This resulted in the followed in evacuation swept him. displacement of some resi- centers due to COVID-19 The heavy rain, which dents in areas near the pandemic.
10th ID donates aircons to seniors THE 10th Infantry Agila Division donated three airconditioning units to the 71 seniors of the Home for the Aged at Visayan Village, Tagum City, Davao del Norte on August 8 The donation, which was part of the 16th founding anniversary of the division, was received by
Regional Director Vanessa B. Goc-ong of the Department of Social Welfare and Development and Venus Valenzuela, head of the center. The money used to buy the units was from the golf tournament held on July 27. Goc-ong thanked the ( / 10TH ID / 10)
Thai, 14 others to judge ‘Indak-indak’, says organizer BY RHODA GRACE B. SARON
A JUDGE from Thailand will be among the 15 that will choose the winners of the Indak-Indak sa Kadalanan, the event organizer said. Harold Quibete, the organizer, said in a story
of the city government, that the Thai and other judges have undergone an online orientation for the event even as they will still be briefed in person once they arrive. “What distinguishes
[Indak-Indak] from any other street dance competition is that sa atoa we focus on footwork and body movement because as the name itself suggests Indak-Indak. We wanted (
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Councilors acknowledge TIMES’ role in shaping Davao’s history BY JOEL ESCOVILLA
THE 20TH City Council passed a resolution on Aug. 9, commending MINDANAO TIMES on its 76th anniversary on July 29. Authored by Councilor Tek Ocampo, the resolution recognized the paper’s contribution to chronicling major events that shaped Davao City’s history after its liberation from Japanese occupation.
“Being a community newspaper, MINDANAO TIMES is cognizant of its role in giving voice to the voiceless, advocating the interests of the marginalized, improving the landscape for the underrepresented sectors, with the ultimate goal of benefitting the community at large,” the resolution reads. (
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CDO vs firm becomes permanent THE Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has made permanent the order stopping AlphanetWorld Corporation, which has been doing business under the name NWorld, from soliciting investments from the public without the necessary license. In a resolution dated that NWorld is engaged in of up to 30% for every purJuly 19, the Commission the sale of securities in the chase of NWorld products, En Banc denied for lack form of investment con- referral bonuses, and an of merit AlphanetWorld’s tract, and is in continuous additional P25,000 when motion to lift the February violation of Section 8 of they meet the 25 pairs of 23 cease and desist order the [Securities Regulation recruits. (CDO) issued against the Code],” the Commission The scheme involves company for its unauthor- En Banc held. the sale and offer of securiized solicitation, offer and/ The SEC issued the ties to the public in the form or sale of securities. CDO against Alphanet- of investment contracts, In its motion to lift World and its officials, whereby a person invests the CDO, AlphanetWorld including President Ju- his money in a common enargued that the purchase of luis Allan C. Nolasco, after terprise and is led to expect its products and packages finding that the company profits primarily from the are plain sales transactions, has been selling and/or efforts of others, according in contrast to the SEC En- offering investment pack- to the SEC. forcement and Investor ages priced from P4,750 Section 8 of Republic Protection Department’s to P19,000 in exchange Act No. 8799, or the SRC, finding that it has engaged for NWorld products and a provides that securities in the sale of securities. guaranteed monthly return shall not be sold or of“The evidence pre- of up to P127,000. Business fered for sale or distribusented by NWorld in sup- transactions are supposedly tion within the Philippines, port of its allegations and made through the compa- without a registration statearguments therein simply ny’s official webpage. ment duly filed with and failed to trounce the findM e m b e r- i n v e s t o r s approved by the SEC. ing of this Commission could also earn discounts ( / CDO / 10)
NTC asked to compel telco to pay P622-M penalty
GLOBE, the country’s leader in mobile, has asked the National Telecommunications Commission (NTC) to require DITO Telecommunity to pay for interconnect penalties amounting to P622 million. The penalties were brought about by fraudulent calls placed through
DITO's network to Globe, bypassing proper voice traffic channels. An average of 1,000 fraudulent calls– identified as international in origin but masked as local calls– are allowed to pass through DITO’s network to Globe users every day, in violation of interconnect rules.
Fintech users urged: Use credit for bills
FOLLOWING a three-year high 6.1% inflation rate in June, Filipino consumers are tightening their belts due to the rising prices of basic commodities and transport costs. With Filipino households expecting higher prices for food and utilities in the coming months, GCash, the leading e-wallet app in the country, now makes it possible for users to avoid the hassle of having their utilities cut and give them more time to pay for their bills if they don't have enough funds during the due date. As part of its broader efforts to democratize Filipinos’ access to financial services, GCash is enabling the use of GCredit, its mobile credit line, to its Pay Bills feature, allowing consumers to settle their bills even without a credit card or a bank account. The Pay Bills feature on the GCash app currently allows users to pay for their
utilities such as electricity, water, credit card and other services from over 1,600 billers using their GCash balance. Through the availability of GCredit for select billers, GCash users may now settle their bills on time when current cash on hand is limited. Multiple bill payments in one app GCash has also expanded its network of billers to over 1,600 partners, making it easier for consumers to settle multiple billers without leaving the app. Basic utilities, such as electricity, water, cable TV, internet, and telecom services, can all be paid through the app as GCash has partnered with national and regional utilities providers and cooperatives to provide Filipinos all over the country with a convenient way of paying bills. This includes Angeles Electric, Iloilo 1,2 and 3 Electric Cooperatives,
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The penalty covering one year, from July 2021 to July 2022, has ballooned with DITO's adamant refusal to compensate Globe, defying provisions of its interconnect agreement on bypass traffic. In comparison, zero or no bypass traffic has been allowed to pass from Globe to DITO due
to its advanced monitoring systems and sophisticated network protection from illegal calls. To date, reports of fraudulent calls continue to illegally pass through DITO’s network. Globe asked the NTC to authorize its temporary ( / NTC / 10)
BDO is PH’s best service provider anew BDO Unibank has been awarded as the country’s Best Service Provider in Cash Management for the 4 th straight year at The Asset Triple A Awards in Singapore. BDO Unibank has successfully managed its clients’ cash flow through the bank’s efficient payments and collections process and effective application of technology.
“This award exemplifies that we are consistently focused on our clients. We provide appropriate recommendations and optimal solutions at a faster execution time to fulfill their business objectives,” said Carlo Nazareno, Senior Vice President and head of Cash Managment Services of BDO Unibank. The Asset Triple A ( / BDO / 11)
Mindanao biz group to forge stronger ties with Singapore A BUSINESS delegation from Mindanao will visit Singapore this week for a trade and investment mis-
sion in a bid to strengthen economic linkages with the country. The group, represent-
ing 23 companies from the island-region, will be conducting site inspections in Singapore’s markets,
THE upcoming business mission in Singapore will feature agricultural products from Mindanao including raw and processed cacao. Mindanao contributes to 99% of the total cacao production in the country. Photo courtesy of the Southern Philippines Fresh Fruits Corporation.
seaports, and processing facilities to identify viable investment opportunities and benchmark on various business practices. A business forum led by the Mindanao Development Authority (MinDA) is also slated on August 10th where the Mindanao delegation and their Singaporean counterparts can explore areas for partnerships through businessto-business networking sessions. "The goal of this business mission is to jumpstart possible investments for the Mindanao business community and allow them to learn from industry standards in Singapore for a more competitive stance in the global mar(
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PCSO holds mid-year operational review, say BY: MARK LESTER F. TEJADA / PHOTOS BY: EDWIN P. LOVINO
PASIG CITY. On July 26, 2022, the Philippine Charity Sweepstakes Office (PCSO) held a one-day Mid-Year Operational Review at the Marco Polo Hotel in Ortigas, Pasig City. The event was led by the Management Services Sector headed by Assistant General Manager (AGM) Julieta F. Aseo, facilitated by Resource Speaker Mr. Audie B. Masigan, and was attended by representatives from the Agency's various sectors, namely the Executive Sector, Gaming, Product Development and Marketing Sector, Charity Sector, Administrative Sector, and Branch Operations Sector. The purpose of the said activity is to review prior period’s performance, analyzing operational driving and restraining factors and establish action plans towards the achievement of targets of the agency. The outline of the activity’s objectives were also mentioned by AGM Aseo in her message. “The fundamental purpose of this review is to assist the agency in learning how to deal with and address issues rather than simply reacting to challenges brought on by growth and change. It also demonstrates the Agency’s readiness to meet future challenges.”
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It’s back-to-school season at SM Stationary WHETHER your kids are bound to attend face to face or virtual classes, SM Stationery has all the school stuff a student needs for the back to school season. Keeping up with the times, there are digital accessories ideal for e-learning. These include a wireless mouse, keyboard, headset, tripod, and monitor riser. These will surely make virtual schooling easier and more convenient for kids. A desk lamp would be the light stuff for your home school area. And of course, there are notebooks to keep one in track with lessons and schedules. Keep your kids creative with writing pads pens, as well as sketchpads for budding artists. Fun and fashionable backpacks, totes, and carry-all bags will help keep their things organized as they head off for school. All these and more are available at SM Stationery located in all The SM Store branches nationwide. For a more convenient shopping experience, check out https://smstationery.com.ph/ or ShopSM. Follow @smstationeryph on Facebook and @smstationeryph on Instagram for more exclusive deals and updates!
Air Residences gives new meaning to luxury SINCE the beginning of time, luxury has always been about attaching symbolic significance to certain objects. By owning luxury residential real estate, for instance, people acquire a sense of distinction — improving their self-worth, creating elusive exclusivity, and making them feel more accomplished. The biggest catalyst in these outward displays of spectacle and affluence is the fact that humans are, by nature, aspirational creatures. However, a recent Forbes article said that the pandemic has introduced a new force to reckon with in luxury marketing: personal meaning. Rather than social status, people now aspire for purpose and look at what is truly important; at things that make their lives rich and fulfilling. A known trailblazer in Philippine real estate, SM Development Corporation (SMDC) remains at the forefront of the industry with master-planned, residential developments that bring together the perfect blend of artistry, comfort, and functionality. A fine example is Air Residences along Ayala
Avenue Extension, Makati City. Luxury made meaningful What makes a luxury home is its ability to offer more than just a place to live. It’s a place to create meaningful relationships, to pursue career opportunities, to bask in idyllic spaces that make you feel alive and luxurious, and all in all, to cultivate a holistic wellbeing. To make this possible, strategic location is key. PropertyGuru Philippines’ “Best Lifestyle Developer,” SMDC, took this into account upon designing Air Residences. The 59-floor, high-rise development sits in the country’s prized business and financial district amongst many renowned multinational and local corporations. This proximity not only grants residents superb convenience in swiftly getting to their workplaces, but also gives them more time and energy for the things that make them happy. While professional growth is the city’s appeal to many, Makati City is no
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REDEFINE YOUR KITCHEN KITCHEN is widely considered the heart of the home. It provides nourishment and satisfaction through our homecooked meals that can be used as a moment for families to bond. That is why every home needs a good kitchen, and it is every household’s responsibility to ensure that their kitchen is worth those moments. Bremen countertop offers a flat and balanced surface that is perfect for additional kitchen space. Whether you’re looking for a stain-resistant quartz or scratch-resistant granite, Bremen countertop has the qualities that suit your kitchen needs. Kitchen sink is where hygiene starts and ends; therefore, having the right kitchen sink is an essential factor to consider. Bremen offers a wide variety of great value kitchen sinks.
You can choose from the traditional stainless steel kitchen sinks to the trendy, smooth and durable black or white quartz sink. Choosing a proper kitchen floor tile can be pretty tricky. You have to consider a few factors, such as its ability to maintain cleanliness from food residue and being least susceptible to mold development. España Ceramic floor tiles provide durable, water-resistant, easy to clean tiles ideal for kitchens. It also has a wide range of colors and designs for you to choose from. Start your wonderful journey of redefining your ideal kitchen space with a wide range of Bremen product solutions and other great value home improvement items found in CitiHardware. PR
Ilonggo Housewife Claims over P400M GrandLotto 6/55 Jackpot Prize BY: JERWIN PALO NOHAY / PHOTO BY: ERICSON L. DELOS REYES MANDALUYONG CITY. After sixteen (16) days of waiting, the 34-year-old housewife from the province of Iloilo finally decided to claim her winnings from the GrandLotto 6/55 with a total jackpot prize of Php401,186,804.80 drawn last July 9, 2022 at the PCSO Board Room, 4th floor of Sun Plaza Building, Shaw Boulevard Mandaluyong City on July 25, 2022. The lucky winner got all six (6) numbers via lucky pick (LP) with a winning combination of 02 – 18 – 49 – 07 – 19 – 47. What makes her more lucky is that she bet for one lucky pick worth Twenty Pesos Only (Php20.00). She said, “Sabi po ng asawa ko try ko daw po tumaya ng isa lang na lucky pick para maiba naman, kung swerte ka talaga mananalo ka kahit LP.” For more than six (6) years of trying, her patience finally paid off, making her an instant multi-millionaire. When asked what she feels when she found out that she won the elusive jackpot prize, she responded, “Mas nauna po yung kaba at takot ko po kesa sa tuwa dahil naisip ko yung kaligtasan namin mag-asawa kaya po inabot ng 2 weeks bago kami nag-desisyon na kuhanin ang napanalunan naming premyo. For our safety na din po.” The winner also wanted that details about her be kept confidential for her family’s safety. She expressed her gratitude to PCSO by saying “Sa PCSO, maraming-maraming salamat po sana ipagpatuloy nyo po ang pagtulong sa mga mahihirap lalo na po sa mga kababayan ko sa Iloilo.” She also convinced the public to believe in Lotto, “Kagaya ng ilan, dati hindi po ako naniniwala sa lotto, pero nandito na po ako sa PCSO ngayon kumukubra
at hawak ko na ang tseke ng napanalunan ko. Thank God, sa dami ng mananaya isa po ako sa pinagpala. Kaya para sa mga mananaya ng lotto huwag po kayong susukong tumaya. Subukan nyo din po tumaya ng tumaya baka kayo naman po ang susunod na manalo kagaya ko.” She plans to put-up her own business in Iloilo and donate part of her winnings to their church and to some charity institutions that extend help to the less fortunate people, “Bilang pasasalamat po sa Diyos dahil sa biyayang ipinagkaloob niya, magbibigay po ako sa aming simbahan at mag-donate din po ako sa mga charity centers and foundations na tumutulong sa mga kapos-palad” she uttered with teary eyes. The lotto jackpot prize can be claimed only at the PCSO main office located in Shaw Boulevard, Mandaluyong City. PCSO thoroughly validates all tickets to be claimed. The winner must present the winning ticket and two (2) valid government IDs in claiming his/her prize. Pursuant to Republic Act 1169, the lotto ticket has one (1) year validity from the date of the draw. Unclaimed prizes after one year will be forfeited. Under the Tax Reform Acceleration and Inclusion (TRAIN) Law, a 20% percent tax is automatically deducted from prizes above Php10,000.00. The GrandLotto 6/55 game is drawn every Monday, Wednesday, and Saturday via live telecast on PTV-4 at 9pm. Winning numbers and other details of PCSO games, products, and services can be viewed at the PCSO official website, the official FB page and PCSO GOV for YouTube.
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Something DCWD people should explore
Raining dogs and anarchy SOME people I know have a special label to this strange time we’re in at the moment. They term it as “After Covid”. Even though the threat of the pandemic which had wreaked havoc worldwide still exists, the desired wish that it be finally over, lives on in many. During one of our chats on “AfterCovid”, I had mentioned that if only everyone were to have themselves vaccinated, it would truly be Post-Covid era, but as that would only thicken the plot so, I would rather stick to this as a strange time, period. For one thing, the situation we are presently living in now appears to be very much like carefully tip-toeing down a darkened alley where street dogs sleeping by the road side might suddenly wake up and pounce on you. I personally know of one who had been tested positive just a few weeks ago. Bad dog. For one of my After-Covid callers, it’d be like him trudging home late one night down Balite Drive where he lives and then encountering his long-haired white lady girlfriend. Sneak-sneak. It’s also strange because lo and behold, we already have face-to-face meetings in school, workplaces and entertainment venues... In short, everywhere. Even though the signs may say, “face to face but still maintain social distancing”, the usual puzzled look and SMH seem to infer, “what does that even mean?” For all concerned, hugging a classmate, a work mate or whoever after a very long while seems to be the only thing that’s common among people these days. Even a fist bump seems dodgy these days, especially in a very crowded area. Strange time. The lull and dimming of the lights in 20-21 have likewise slowly given way to price hikes in practically all commodities including travel. While it may have been understandable to increase passenger fare during the later Correspondents:
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days of the pandemic to compensate for the drivers’ meager earnings, these days, the riding public continue to bear the burden of steadily-rising fares as dictated by some unscrupulous drivers. In one barangay, inroad tricycle transports have continually made a killing by imposing steep fares while concerned barangay officials appear to turn the other way, seemingly unconcerned. A friendly neighbor working in a big corporation has even been heard to say, “I might as well work as a tricycle driver these days, I might actually be earning more!” Overall, no matter where you turn, it’s the culture of blame rearing its ugly head again. Starting with last month’s Toril diarrhea outbreak which had affected more than two hundred residents and killing six (was it 7) people, up to the continued-flooding of the several city streets despite road improvements in many areas, finger-pointing appears to have become the current pastime, segueing after the national elections. Meanwhile, one acquaintance I recently bumped into and had a brief chat with had said all this were nothing to him. “I’m busy kicking a sardine can down the street and counting lampposts while looking for work.”
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THE following is the textblasted message from the Davao City Water District (DCWD) sent to concerned consumers at 7:18 a.m. of Sunday, August 7. Captioned “Emergency Water Service Interruption” it says: When: August 7, 2022, Sunday from 6:30 a.m. with no estimated time of resumption. Where: All areas served by Riverside Water Supply System. It adds that consumers will experience low water pressure to no water (emphasis ours). Entire Riverside, Tugbok Proper, Tacunan, Los Amigos, Biao Guianga, Biao Eskwela, Biao Cutson, Matina Biao, Balengaeng, Ula, and Talandang (where we are presently). Several nearby barangays were also mentioned to be affected. Reason cited: Temporary stop operation of Riverside PW No. 3 due to emergency power interruption. Easily, it can be noted that the announcement came almost an hour after the supposed start of the water service outage. But at the time we read the announcement water was still coming out from our faucets. So we scrambled to assemble all available containers for us to be able to stock water for our use during that Sunday. The service interruption however, did not come even up to the time we went to sleep that Sunday night. But sometime in the middle of that day we received another text message from the DCWD information unit advising customers of the water firm that the Riverside Public Well No. 3 was already operational as of 9:05, August 7, 2022. Then another message was forwarded shortly after that advising that the “Talandang PW was already operational as of 9:25 a.m., August 7, 2022. But we are not aware of any DCWD well dug in our barangay. But honestly water was never lost from our faucets on that Sunday even as we were able to store as much as two or three cubic meters to make sure we have something to use for household and other purposes on that day. And since the announced service outage was only for that day we utilized instead the water we have earlier painstaking stocked last Sunday for Monday’s water requirements. But what a misfortune for us and other residents nearby! At about 4 p.m. of that same day the water suddenly vanished with only the slowing down of pressure for a few minutes until it was totally gone serving as warning. So we were not able to save for our use. Not even a drop. As of the writing of this piece at about 11:10 a.m. yesterday there was no sign of water service being restored. In fact it was all air coming from our faucets. And by the way, because of the more than 12 hours of waterless Monday night and Tuesday morning we sent an inquiry to Miss JC Duhaylungsod, the DCWD spokesperson at about 8:00 a.m. Tuesday, hoping to be briefed on what the real score was and when the water service will be restored. Less than an hour later, we received a message coming from we do not know who or what – the word Pird in answer to ours. It says, “Good morning Sir. We will make a report po on your concern Sir and will endorse po sa concerned department.” Wow! What an information unit! It was already over twelve hours and the water firm was still clueless that something was wrong with its service delivery? We do not think that since Monday afternoon we were the only customer who reported the loss of water service. We are certain there were already several others who communicated their complaints considering the presence of several communications facilities in the rural areas like mobile phone, landlines, internet and wi-fi. Actually we are personally very happy with the communications platforms used by the water firm in reaching out to their consumers. But we will be happiest if the unit will be more consistent and certain of things and other important information they would want to communicate to their consumers. They should do it timely and with certainty. Not that they announced the interruption schedule for a particular ( / ROUGH / 10)
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MinDA initiatives on Power LAST week I presented my point that power development is crucial in establishing the macro foundations of economic expansion and propulsion for accelerated growth. Decades ago, Mindanao’s growth was imperiled due to recurring blackouts and a lack of power supply. Such a situation caused the economy’s slump, forcing some investors to leapfrog Mindanao as an investment destination. It was a firm resolve for the Mindanawons and the Philippine government to veer off from such a precarious situation by attracting power investors and promoting renewable energy development. The Mindanao Development Authority (MinDA) Mindanao Power Monitoring Committee (MPMC) was created to forge a Mindanao future with better, reliable, sustainable, and affordable Mindanao power. These are some of the most recent initiatives and interventions to drive the point. The Renewable Energy Technology for Seaweed Value-Added in Tawi-Tawi (RETS) is a project funded by the European Union and implemented by MinDA and the United Nations Industrial Development Organization (UNIDO). What is good with the project is it uses a hybrid solardiesel with battery energy storage system to make sure continued electricity generation. The power plants support the island municipalities of Sibutu and Sitangkai, Province of Tawi-Tawi. Given that the system is hybrid, the electricity produced is cheap but sustainable, making seaweed processing in the island province expand to become a thriving industry. My readers should know that a vast portion of the seaweeds comes from the Tawi-Tawi province. However, the processing falls short of its productive value owing to the lack of electricity. The seaweed farmers are losing
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sizable income because they can only produce raw dried materials. Another project implemented by MinDA is the Integration of Productive Uses of Renewable Energy for Inclusive and Sustainable Energization in Mindanao or IPure Mindanao. It is funded by European Union and implemented in partnership with NEA and electric cooperatives. The project seeks to promote productive uses of renewable energy to electrify households, lower production costs, improve productivity, and contribute to valueadding processes. The energy sources are designed to fit into the agricultural equipment, and processing facilities demanded in the target sites. The renewable energy will support coffee grind-
ers, corn shellers, rice millers, seaweed dryers, and ice-makers, all of which are expressly demanded by the communities. In the long run, incomes are raised in remote places and, at the same time, generate renewable energy to supply electricity to the underserved and unserved communities. The project operates in 10 areas including Picong, Lanao del Sur; Sibutu and Sitangkai in Tawi-Tawi; Kalamansig, Bagumbayan, Ninoy Aquino and Lebak in Sultan Kudarat; Tulunan, Arakan, Kidapawan in North Cotabato; and Glan, Sarangani. The project will benefit 5,261 households when completed. There is also another project dubbed Distributed Renewable Energy or DRE, which aims to install renewable energy sources of electricity in off-grid, isolated communities. The project eventually improves the overall quality of life by powering these communities. Communities have access to communications technologies, providing for installing and developing seaweed processing and water desalination equipment in the province of Tawi-Tawi. In all of these undertakings, what is prominent is that Mindanao remains to be a prime destination for power investment, knowing that the Mindanao economy is expanding faster as the world recovers from the pandemic. I thank James Doldolea of MinDA Power Development and Raymond Esperat of MinDA Investment Promotions Division for the details. Adrian Tamayo is the head of the Public Relations of the Mindanao Development Authority (MinDA). He teaches economics at the Graduate School of the University of Mindanao and currently on a scholarship grant for a Master of Public Safety Administration (MPSA) with the Philippine Public Safety College (PPSC).
Katips: a musical of passion DAVAO CITY (MindaNews) -- Katips is riding on a big push after winning FAMAS Best Picture to go head to head with the Marcos ``historical" film Maid in Malacañang both released theatrically on the same date of August 3. We watched the movie on Thursday night and there were about more than a dozen people at the last full show. Even if it's that few, there are people in Davao City who watched this film. Even if it's that few, we noticed before entering the cinema there were five college-age youth ahead of our queue going to the other film. But the screen monitor for that film showed fewer audiences. If one thinks this is a historical film to counter the other film, this is not quite the film to do so. But it does not pretend to be a "historically accurate" film of the Marcos years like its counterpart. Katips is an adaptation of the award-winning musical launched in 2016, directed also by Attorney Vicente Tañada who appears on both stage and film versions. It focuses on the lives of student activists where they expose Marcos' propaganda through writing, defied the Marcos' hold to power through rallies and strikes, and evade the state-imposed curfew as they run and blend in the night. That the youth's struggles are told through songs reminds us of Les Miserables, and as an adaptation from a stage musical this film is quite challenging to stage and to watch. The staging of the rally in the film's opening and later a strike scene looked more like a stage production. The camera work was dizzying, jumping from wide shots to close ups, and some angles did not capture the intensity. There was also a jarring scene as the cast transitioned from working late in UP's Philippine Collegian that segued into a 70s disco romp complete with fake afro hair and outfits. Such scenes may be effective on the musical stage, but it was an overload on the widescreen. As a musical, the story is told mostly through songs. One of its narratives revolve on budding romance of four activist couples, with a good song sequence where they interconnect with the lyrics. This is the highlight of the
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REVIEW JD FLORES middle act. But while the romance provides the kilig moments, the agit moments seem to portray activists in stereotypes. Activists here seem to be always angry. They raise their voice discussing world issues and Marcos' lust for power. They curse when police disperse and bludgeon them in rallies. They curse when comrades die. One activist is turned into comic relief because of her thick Visayan accent. These scenes do not dispel the notion from people who have biases on activism. If anyone had talked or listened to First Quarter Storm veterans, you never lose your hearing as they never shout their words of conviction. The movie barely tackles the legacy of Marcos. His name is even rarely mentioned, and is called by his nickname Apo. He becomes more of a symbol in this musical, and is compared to a mountain insurmountable. There are texts flashing like old news headlines, of policies in the New Society, and a dance number of Metro Aide, a memorable symbol of Marcos' call for discipline. If this is the movie to counter that other film, it missed such chances, and those texts seem to be intended as eyeopeners to be discussed after viewing. Who then is the enemy in this movie? It is the police who constantly appear to disperse their protests, red-tag them, scare them and brutalize them. They symbolize what Martial Law is. They are the law. The judge. The executioner. Such characterization was embodied well by Mon Confiado, whose eyes and surprising singing voice spew menace. But what perhaps connects to the viewers are grief and the grim reality of state repression. When some activists were abducted, their torture scenes seem to be
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day but implement it instead on another day and time. Our hunch is that the DCWD communications unit is not properly coordinating with other departments of the water agency as well as with other utility companies so they may be made aware of the activities of other service firms that will affect their own service. We recommend that the officials of the communica-
tions unit of the DCWD should discuss with key executives from the water agency’s other departments, as well as sit down with information groups of other utility firms to explore where they could improve this aspect of their service. We’ve been there; our similar experience taught us some lessons, learned from it.
lifted straight from testimonies of Martial Law victims. Name every method and it gets shown here. Here, the film becomes art that disturbs those who had lived in the comfort that Martial Law brought peace and order. That grief was encapsulated with the song manhid. While it symbolizes the numbness of death, and the numbness of loss, the lyrics also evoke that activists are never numb to the pain of a strongman plunging the nation into darkness. Thus, grief turns into courage. But the film jumps ahead into the present, and somehow fails to show how the activists or the movement figured in People Power. There was one scene, the funeral march for Ninoy Aquino, that was inserted and it seemed that narrative came from nowhere. The ending scene where the old activists reunite in Bantayog ng mga Bayani was filled with sentimentality, but it raises questions. Have these activists found closure? Where's the connection with the present, when the old Marcos is buried in Libingan ng mga Bayani and another Marcos has taken the presidency? Isn't history a continuing one, and not just one being displayed in museum glass pieces of newspaper clips and photos? Perhaps Katips serves best as an eye-opener, a discussion piece to other movies and documentaries depicting the peoples' struggles against the dictatorship. Even those who watched Maid in Malacañang can watch this for comparison, and vice versa. Katips the musical is a sweep of the youth in action in the 1970s, a musical that stokes the emotion of passion, of sacrifice for one's country. There is an enduring line in the last part that goes back to the insurmountable mountain of Marcos, where youth activists decide to scale other mountains, the fortress of their strength, to topple the tyrant. And that perhaps is the symbol of the struggles of our times. (MindaViews is the opinion section of MindaNews. The author, who once aspired to be an artist, watches films and reads books after work).
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does not protect anyone from defiling the name and reputation of others,” she said. On Monday, police arrested Bello in his house in Quezon City after the City Prosecution Office (CPO) approved the filing of the case against him and recommended a bail of P48,000 for every count. The Laban ng Masa defended Bello, its chair, as it condemned his arrest whom it said he “has been victimized by this highhanded police operation speaks volumes on the state of democracy and freedom in the Philippines.” It said the arrest was a warning to human rights advocates that they might suffer the same fate “while standing up for the right to express one’s views and criticize wrongdoings by the rich and powerful.” “The cyberlibel case
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against Dr. Bello is clearly a proxy harassment with no less than Vice President Sara Duterte as the real protagonist. She uses a former aide as a cover for her own vindictive behavior,” it said. The CPO approved the filing of the case against Bello on June 9 based on the complaint filed by Tupas for the statement post on Facebook, which was attributed to the losing vice presidential candidate, on March 1 claiming that Tupas and her friends were “snorting P1.5 million worth of drugs” and that he was a drug dealer” as a result of a raid conducted by the Philippine Drug Enforcement Agency in November 2021. Tupas, who resigned from his post as a result of the controversy, took exception to the allegation, claiming that it was baseless.
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military unit for the donation. "Mas madalas kasi, kami sa DSWD ang nag po-provide, masyadong touching na naiisip niyo rin po yung DSWD at ang mga elders," she said. Major General Nolasco A. Mempin, division commander, said the unit hopes to continue helping its communities including those
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impacted by the armed struggle. "I hope that these air conditioner units will give comfort to the elderly here at the Home for the Aged facility. May we all remember that the 10ID will always be ready to help and support with the best of our abilities," Mempin added. By Rhoda Grace B. Saron
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The neophyte councilor also acknowledged the paper’s continued initiative to keep pace with the rapidly shifting information platforms bringing with it the values and ethical standards of a free press.” MINDANAO T I M E S is the oldest community newspaper in Davao City after its founding in 1946. Its predecessor, the Davao Times, was owned and published by the Japanese. After Davao City was
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liberated from the invaders, the Philippine Civil Affairs Unit, a component of the 24th Division of the U.S. Army, started operating Davao Times as a weekly newspaper. A group of Filipinos, led by University of Mindanao founder Atty. Guillermo E. Torres and businessman Pedro M. Lat, took over the publication in 1946. That was also the year MINDANAO TIMES was born and became a daily community newspaper.
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ket," Philippine Embassy in Singapore Chargé d'affaires a.i. Dr. Emmanuel R. Fernandez said. With Singapore being one of the major hubs for global markets, MinDA Chairperson Secretary Maria Belen S. Acosta said that the series of promotional activities intends to raise awareness and interest on Mindanao’s potential as a prime investment destination. “We want to present Mindanao’s competitive position where investments in the area yield high returns thanks to its vast
fertile lands, ideal climate for agricultural production, and skilled labor force,” she added. MinDA Deputy Executive Director Assistant Secretary Romeo Montenegro also said that the business forum aims to send a message that Mindanao is “back in business” with its robust economic performance despite the setbacks brought about by the global pandemic. “Our agriculture, forestry, and fishing sectors being able to display positive growth even during the peak periods of the
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raw dancing body movement, more on the dance and not on the props. It was cascaded to the judges na didto gyud sila mag focus sa dance,” said Quibete, pointing out that the stage for the event will be set up starting August 14. Quibete said that to facilitate the setting up of the stage, which will be located at the San Pedro Square, the road will be partially closed on the same day as it will start the installation of components. The organizer added that hauling of the materials for the satellite performance areas will start in the afternoon of August 18. Quibete said the plan is to set up an “arena-type stage” and put up light emitting diode (LED) walls in strategic areas so that anyone can view the performances. “We’ll still have the tent, atong mega tent sa Kadayawan Square, but this time gipatunga na nato ang stage,” he said, pointing out that the plan is to set up a stage similar to a boxing arena so that all sides can be seen. “Bisan asa ka mag-tanaw you will enjoy para mas ma-enjoy. Every year we
come up with something worth watching. A little bit techie among approach sa Indak-Indak, we are using 14 led walls sa atong competition this year,” Quibete said. He said that a total of 12 LED walls will be placed at San Pedro Square and two will be placed in each of the satellite performance areas, which will be on the F. Bangoy-Acacia Rotunda and the junction of Bonifacio and Pelayo streets. He added that this year’s competition will also be unique with the requirement on wearing face masks. He said that choreographers were already briefed that participants may wear two types of masks during the Indak-Indak, one for the parade on the streets and the satellite performance areas. A separate mask type will be worn by the participants at the “grand showdown at the San Pedro Square and will be judged for the “Best Mask”. Quibete said that the participating contingents should be composed of not more than 120 members, floor assistants included. Dancers should not be
less than 70 members and musicians should not be less than 20 members. He said that a total of 15 individuals were invited to judge the competition, one of them even coming from Thailand. A judges orientation has been given online and will also be done face-toface to brief the judges on what should they look for in the competition. “What distinguishes [Indak-Indak] from any other street dance competition is that sa atoa we focus on footwork and body movement because as the name itself suggests Indak-Indak. We wanted raw dancing body movement, more on the dance and not on the props. It was cascaded to the judges na didto gyud sila mag focus sa dance (What distinguishes Indak-Indak from any other dance competition is that we focus on the footwork and the body movement because as the name itself suggests, it is Indak-Indak. We wanted more of the dance and not the props. It was already cascaded to the judges that they should focus on the dance),” Quibete said. He added that choreog-
raphers have also two ways to present their contest pieces, either they do an authentic presentation or a creative presentation and adaptation. “The number one policy, if you are claiming that your presentation is an authentic presentation [of a tribe like] Bagobo it should be endorsed by the deputy mayor, but if you are doing a creative presentation and adaptation there is no need,” he said. Quibete said that the last day of registration for the Indak-Indak sa Kadayawan will be on Wednesday and they are still hoping that more participants will enlist. Currently, 11 participants have been officially listed. He added that this week, the Department of Education - which will be the city government's partner, will announce the designated billeting quarters of the participants. They also coordinated with the Public Safety and Security Command Center (PSSCC) for the safety and security of the quarters. The City Health Office personnel will also have stations in the designated billeting quarters.
disconnection of interconnection trunk lines with DITO until the latter has “taken positive and concrete steps to stop all illegal bypass operations emanating from its network” and paid all its outstanding liabilities to Globe for fraudulent calls. Globe pointed out that fraudulent traffic continues to rise despite DITO’s assurance that it has improved its Fraud Management System capability to block illegal calls. “Clearly, DITO has not only failed to compensate Globe, it also has not taken any serious actions to curtail bypass activities emanating from its network and terminating in Globe’s. Indeed, these bypass activities have not waned but have in fact continuously increased over the said period. DITO’s twin failures to check these bypass activities and pay Globe what
it is justly due have worked on a continuing serious prejudice against Globe,” Globe said in its pleading. “Moreover, these unabated illegal activities have placed the interconnection trunks at serious risk of abuse and the resultant undue congestion of the network, to the detriment of the subscribers,” it said. Globe has been patiently working through the legal route to fix the matter and ensure that customers will continue to enjoy crossnetwork interconnectivity. Globe has remained true to its interconnectivity deals with DITO, including domestic voice and SMS in November 2020, landline in March 2021, and the Cellular Mobile Telephone Systems International Gateway Facility (CMTS - IGF) in September 2021. These agreements allow local voice and text
traffic to pass between users of the two networks, and also international mobile calls through DITO’s and Globe’s international partners or via roaming service. The parties completed local interconnection for Globe-DITO mobile voice and SMS in April 2021 and the Innove/Bayan-DITO local landline and mobile interconnection in May 2022. The Innove/Bayan– DITO IGF (international) interconnection is in the works and set for completion within the year. Entering into network interconnect agreements enables good customer experience and allows for competition to thrive in the telecom sector. This enablement is aligned with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals, which underscore the roles of infrastructure and innovation as crucial drivers
of economic growth and development. The move is also part of the company’s commitment to comply with directives of the National Telecommunications Commission (NTC). Republic Act 7925 or “An act to promote and govern the development of Philippine telecommunications and the delivery of public telecommunications services” carries a provision for compulsory interconnection among all providers. The law aims to create a universally accessible and fully integrated nationwide telecom network to encourage more infrastructure investments from the private sector that would benefit consumers. Globe reiterates its commitment to comply with regulatory requirements while continuing to advocate fair business practices.
COVID-19 crisis makes a strong case for Mindanao’s capacity as an investment area especially for agri-based industries,” he said. Agricultural development and food security are among the priority sectors of the Marcos administration - with focus on increasing productivity and ensuring self-
sufficiency. The four-day trade and business event is coorganized by MinDA together with the Philippine Embassy in Singapore, the Department of Trade and Industry, the Philippine Chamber of Commerce and Industry, and the Bangsamoro Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao.
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“NWorld is unlawfully engaged in the sale and/or offer of unregistered securities in the form of investment contract, because it has no license to carry out the same,” the Commission En Banc held. While AlphanetWorld is a duly registered corporation, it has never secured a secondary license from the Commission as issuer of se-
curities or broker dealer nor registered any securities for public offering pursuant to the SRC. “[T]he Commission holds that the act of NWorld in selling/offering unregistered securities operates as a fraud to the public which, if unrestrained, will likely cause grave or irreparable injury or prejudice to the investing public,” the order read.
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Cebu 2 Electric Cooperative, Inc., Davao del Sur Electric Cooperative, Davao Light, La Union Electric Cooperative, and Pampanga I and II Electric Cooperatives.. Aside from utilities and dues, Pay Bills on GCash also covers national and local government services, such as NSO and NBI, where users can settle payments for documents such as birth or marriage certificates and NBI clearance. Settling taxes with BIR, as well as paying for real estate and business taxes with select local government units, is also made possible as GCash has partnered with local government units. LGUs that accept GCash as payment method include Angeles City and San Fernando, Pampanga; Cauayan City, Isabela; Tagbilaran City, Bohol; Lapu-lapu City, Cordova and Mandaue City, Cebu; Upi, Maguindanao; Oton, Iloilo; San Miguel, Tarlac; and Tagum City, Davao. Aside from one-time payments, monthly contributions for SSS and Pag-IBIG Fund
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tinues to enhance its digital capabilities, the Company remains agile and ensures that both physical and digital payment touchpoints are available to serve their customers. “With the evolving needs of our clients, we work with them closely and carefully assess their requirements. My guiding principle is anchored on finding the best way to deliver results, help them succeed and drive meaningful customer journey,” concluded Nazareno.
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stranger to prime lifestyle establishments. From upscale shopping malls, to quaint parks, to world-class hotels and entertainment venues, to contemporary museums and cultural attractions, to the best flavors and culinary indulgences, down to iconic skyscrapers, captivating streetscapes, and eccentric art festivals that define the city’s unique character — Makati is undoubtedly home to the epicurean adventures that feed your soul. Sustainable is the new luxurious In a post-pandemic world that puts a premium on health and wellness, sustainability is made more of a core consideration than an afterthought. A luxury home, therefore, is now synonymous to greenery, open spaces, and an extensive selection of indoor and outdoor activities. Air Residences embodies this new narrative exceptionally. The two-level amenity deck at Air Residences holds a plethora of active and passive rest opportunities for residents to enjoy, thanks to the expertise of Adrian L. Norman Limited, a Hong Kong-based firm esteemed in the fields of landscape architecture, urban design, and master-planning.
payments are missed. Safe and secure transactions GCash is regulated by Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas and all billers in the Pay Bills service are verified to be legitimate. GCash also ensures it has stringent security measures in place to prevent scams from unverified payment agents. To pay for bills via GCash, users may access the Pay Bills icon through the dashboard, or find it under ‘Other Services.’ They may input the biller name on the search bar or choose from different categories under Pay Bills. Users should then input their billing details, choose their payment option and verify the transaction. GCredit is only available for fully-verified users who have enough GScore, a trust score based on a GCash user’s activity, such as maintaining a GCash balance, regular cashin and cash-out, paying bills, sending money and paying for online purchases through GCash
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Treasury, Trade, Sustainable Supply Chain and Risk Management Awards recognize companies and financial institutions for their exemplary performance in implementing initiatives on treasury, trade, sustainable supply chain and risk management. The Asset Awards judges use highly stringent criteria which include service solutions, business statistics, client feedback and information gathered during the review period. As BDO Unibank con-
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can also be done through Pay Bills feature. See the complete list of billers here: https:// www.gcash.com/partners/ billers Convenience at a fraction of the cost With minimal additional fees, GCash provides a convenient and secure way for users to settle bills without the need to visit bayad centers or multiple offices. Since GCash generates an electronic receipt through SMS and email after each Pay Bills transaction, users don’t have to worry about losing or damaging physical receipts as their proof of payment is stored safely in their mobile phone. The Pay Bills service on GCash also allows users to save their billing details so they no longer have to input their account number and contact information each time they need to settle their monthly payments. Users can also set reminders for their next payment date through the Pay Bills feature, so they can avoid penalties and interest rates that may increase when
Take a dip, do a lap, or swim languorously in the cool, blue waters that await at the vast range of pools available. There’s a pool pavilion with a sun deck too, if catching some rays is what you’re up for. For a rejuvenating mental and physical experience, there’s the sports and yoga lawn where you could break a sweat and find your balance, and a jogging trail where you could go for runs amidst the lushest of landscapes. Unlock core memories with your loved ones at the gaming alley where you could bond over billiards and table tennis. Host your next house party at the barbeque terrace and pavilions, and nourish your young ones' minds in the kids' playground. True luxury transcends mere aesthetic and extravagance alone. It's future-proofing; consciousness in leading a healthier, more rewarding lifestyle — and it all begins at Air Residences. No less exquisite While Air Residences excels in functionality, its architectural details are no less exquisite. In the same way that a luxury property is often built to possess the same aesthetic value as a
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In his opening remarks, Dr. Alexander R. Castillo, Executive Assistant VI of the Office of the Chairperson, praised the Agency's management for demonstrating integrity and enthusiasm while performing and meeting performance objectives for continuous improvement. “Be open to learning and let’s look forward and straighten the action we have succeeded in” During the session, each sector's performance for the first semester of 2022 was discussed by the AGMs and department managers. The activity also provided a chance for each sector to contribute suggestions and develop action and strategic plans. The conducted operational evaluation also provided the PCSO management with a broader picture of the Agency. work of art, Air Residences takes its inspiration from high fashion and the world-class Armani Hotel. Dark yet airy interiors encapsulate timeless sophistication. Brass abstract fixtures on the walls punctuate a streamlined design. Taupe lounge seats, bright throw pillows, and sleek box lamps with hints of gold reiterate its contemporary look and feel. Tiered drum chandeliers fall in line above you and accentuate the grandness of the space. Meanwhile, the doorman and concierge staff, along with big, white orchids and the jazz music constantly playing in the background, ensure you come home to a five-star ambiance every single day. Auspicious resilience With drastic changes in the way people live came the record-breaking resilience of the residential property market. Well-designed, strategically located homes will continue to be a precious commodity and thus, a promising investment opportunity.
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It allowed management to assess, if entrusted resources or funds were used effectively, to achieve the intended operational objectives. It enabled the Agency to examine how effectively it performed with respect to objectives, how well it allocated and used its resources correctly, as well as how it completed tasks within the time frame set utilizing cost effective methods. Meanwhile, Melquiades A. Robles, PCSO's newly appointed General Manager, dropped by the event after his briefing with the Assistant General Managers on the same day at the PCSO Main Office in Mandaluyong City, and was warmly welcomed by all participants. In his message, he stressed, “Let us work together. We have to increase our revenue for us to help more.”
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Financial experts noted that property investments do not carry as much risk in comparison to stocks and bonds where volatility is inevitable. If capitalizing on the inevitable threats posed by the inflation is what you're after, property is still, without a doubt, your best bet. With high-value features such as excellent location, refined interiors, and sustainability-focused features, and proximity to key infrastructure developments such as the Makati Intra-city Subway and the PNR Commuter Railway System, end-users and investors alike are assured of an auspicious experience at Air Residences. SMDC invites more Filipinos to look at premium vertical living from a new perspective — a home that is no longer just yours to enjoy, but an asset increasingly soughtafter that you could secure your future with. To know more about Air Residences, follow SMDC on Facebook, Instagram, YouTube, and Twitter, or visit the SMDC website.
Presenter” award at the conference plenary session and acquires renewed relevance in the wake of recent community-level disruptions in her study area and continuing local government efforts to improve their DRRM system. “The prevalent risk communication system is ‘top-down’ despite local residents' awareness of their vulnerability,” she said. “In this way, communities can build or discover their own adaptive mechanisms, encourage an active response, and further strengthen the community. Their efforts can complement the traditional ‘topdown’ centralized disaster risk-reduction management (DRRM) approach,” she said. The ICMIAR conference, with the theme “Sustaining community resilience through educa-
NOTICE is hereby given that the estate of the late GLORIA C. MILAN, who died intestate on November 23, 2020 in Toril, Davao City; That the surviving husband and the sole legal of the deceased Gloria C. Milan, at the time of her death left a real estate covered by TRANSFER CERTIFICATE OF TITLE No. T-141582 more particularly described to wit: Lot No. : 2-C, Psd-11-0023413, portion of Lot 2, Pcs-11-000252, Location: Barrio of Daliao, City of Davao Boundaries: On the NE., along line 1-2 by Lot 2-F of the Subdivision plan; on the SE., along line 2-3 by Lot 2, Psd-11-005441; on the SW., along line 3-4 by Lot 2-F., on the NW, along line 4-1 by Lot 2-D, both of the subdivision plan., DONATION WITH USUFRUCT That for and in consideration of the love and affection which I have for GINA R. TEMBLOR and KRISTINE JOY G. LAGUIHON, both lf legal age, Filipinos and with address at San Jose, Daliao, Toril, Davao City and Saint Jude Village, Daliao, Toril Davao City, respectively, I, CANUTO S. MILAN, BY THESE PRESENTS, transfer and convey by way of donation inter vivos, unto said GINA R. TEMBLOR and KRISTINE JOY G. LAGUIHON, their heirs and assigns, the above-described real property with all the improvements thereon, free from all liens and encumbrances; That pursuant to Sec. 1 Rule 74 of the revised Rules of Court of the Philippines, that the above mentioned described property has been the subject of DEED OF SELF-ADJUDICATION WITH DONANTION AND USUFRUCT made and executed by her only heir CANUTO S. MILAN per Doc. No. 231; Page No. 48; Book No. V; Series of 2022 of the Notary Public ATTY. PERCIVAL M. BALUGO of Davao City. (MT-Aug. 10, 17 & 24, 2022)
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tion and research,” was organized by the Institute of Industry and Academic Research Incorporated, a registered publisher and continuing professional development provider. It also had sessions focusing on business management and accounting, education management and development studies, science, technology, engineering, and mathematics, and the humanities and the social sciences. Recently, Davao City Mayor Sebastian Duterte told barangays to consolidate similar concerns, including security and disaster response, as the local government drafts its executive-legislative agenda in the next few months. Traditionally, the local government places a large percentage of its annual budget for disaster response as a part of the Local Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Fund.
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A PAPER written by a University of the Philippines Mindanao professor urged barangay or village groups to share best practices and codify their experiences following flooding and other localized disasters in order to build up apt responses in various areas. Prof. Karen Joyce Cay- and Academic Research residents, from which comamanda, an associate pro- (ICMIAR) held online on munity mechanisms can fessor of the University of July 29-30, 2022. emerge that strengthen the the Philippines Mindanao, Cayamanda said shar- collective responses and made this recommendation ing community-based ex- increase a community’s in her paper on risk com- periences can show how resilience against future munication management community members react threats. presented at the 3rd Inter- and adapt to disasters and Prof. Cayamanda’s national Conference on stimulate risk perception paper earned her a “Best Multidisciplinary Industry and communication among ( / CITY / 11)
UP Mindanao Associate Professor Karen Joyce Cayamanda presents the results and recommendations of her research paper at the 3rd International Conference on Multidisciplinary Industry and Academic Research (ICMIAR) held online on July 29-30.