Mindanao Daily News (June 8, 2023)

Bangsamoro showcases colorful culture in New York

for PH Independence Day celebration

By FERDINANDH B. CABRERA

COTABATO CITY

(MindaNews /)—

Bangsamoro performers wowed the New York City crowd as they showcased the region’s colorful arts and culture, bannered by Sagayan warrior dancers and kulintang musicians as they joined the float parade along Madison Avenue on Sunday at the start of the 125th Philippine Independence Day celebrations.

A press statement from the Bangsamoro Information Office said it was the first time the region was invited to participate in the celebration, which was organized by the Philippine Independence Day Council Inc. (PIDCI) in New York City.

A float with traditional

the 125th Independence

Postwar veterans, AFP retirees can now become stockholders of Veterans Bank

THE Philippine Veterans Bank, in its new Charter, after the passage of Republic Act 11597, or the Philippine Veterans Bank Act, of December 2021, has allowed other veterans (Postwar veterans and AFP retirees) to become its stockholders.

Veterans Bank which is now known as a private bank

was then owned exclusively by over 385,000 World War II veterans and their compulsory heirs.

Ownership of Veterans Bank has been extended to post-war II veterans, AFP Retirees and their families. in its effort to raise more capital.

The new shareholders

includes Korean and Vietnam War veterans and their widows and descendants, as well as retirees of the Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP) and their immediate family members.

The same law, also authorized the increase of capital of the Bank from P100 million to P10 billion.

The Bank already held talks with AFP retirees’ groups for this “expanded definition of veterans”, Veterans Bank has already started developing and presenting a shareholder campaign entitled “Invest in Heroism, Invest in PVB” to invite retired military per-

The annual program, now in its 33rd year, started last Sunday with a solemn flag-raising ceremony held at the Philippine Consulate in New York honoring the sacrifices made by the Filipino heroes who fought for independence.

Tindig Sindaw, a cultural performing group from the Bangsamoro region, has captivated the audience with their traditional dances and indigenous musical instruments where they showcased the vibrant culture and traditions of the region, said the press statement.

The grand parade, it added, featured the diverse cultures and traditions of provinces, cities, regions, and Filipino organizations across the United States.

“Finally my dream comes

Heavy rains inundate parts of Davao City

By ANTONIO L. COLINA IV

DAVAO CITY (MindaNews

) Various agencies of the local government here will join forces to reassess the areas frequently affected by flooding after a heavy rainfall on Monday evening inundated some parts of this city, the chief of the

Davao City Disaster and Risk Reduction Management Office (CDRRMO) said on Tuesday.

Retired PCol. Alfredo Baloran, in an interview over Davao City Disaster Radio (DCDR 87.5), said that his agency is coordinating with the Ancillary Services Unit

Bangsamoro dancers cruises along Madison Avenue in New York City for

Day celebration. Photo courtesy of Bangsamoro Information Office

The flood along Angliongto Road in Lanang, Davao City. MindaNews photo

PBBM swears in Teodoro, Herbosa as DND, DOH secretaries

By Ruth Abbey Gita-Carlos and Ma. Teresa Montemayor

MANILA – President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. on Tuesday administered the oath of office to Gilberto Teodoro Jr. and Teodoro Herbosa as Defense and Health secretaries.

Teodoro and Herbosa took oath in separate ceremonies at Malacañan Palace in Manila.

The oath-taking rites were held a day after Malacañang announced the appointments of the two new secretaries.

Marcos met with Teodoro and Defense Senior Undersecretary Carlito Galvez Jr. and Herbosa and Health Undersecretary Ma. Rosario Vergeire in separate

meetings at Malacañan on Monday afternoon.

Teodoro also served as the secretary of the Department of National Defense during the administration of President Gloria MacapagalArroyo.

He was also the chairperson of the National Disaster Coordinating Council during his tenure as DND chief.

Teodoro also became congressman of the First District of Tarlac.

He completed his law degree, graduated at the top of his class at the University of the Philippines (UP), and achieved the top rank in the 1989 Philippine Bar Examinations.

He also has a Master of Laws degree from Harvard

University.

Teodoro was also recognized as a Leadership Awardee and Seminar Academic Excellence Awardee during his time at the Air Command and Staff College, Air Education and Training Command Philippine Air Force Command and Staff Course in 2001.

In 2003, he attended the Joint and Combined Staff Officers Course, Class No. 1, JCSC in Camp Aguinaldo, where he was honored as a Leadership Awardee.

In a post on its official Facebook page, the Department of Health (DOH) welcomed Herbosa’s appointment.

“The DOH family welcomes this development, as

Galvez thanks PBBM for chance to lead DND

By Priam Nepomuceno

MANILA – Outgoing

Department of National Defense (DND) officer-incharge Senior Undersecretary Carlito Galvez Jr. on Tuesday thanked President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. for giving him the opportunity to lead the agency even just for a few months.

This came after Marcos named lawyer Gilberto “Gibo” Teodoro Jr. as the country’s new Defense Secretary on Monday.

“I would like to express my deepest gratitude to the President and Commanderin-Chief, His Excellency Ferdinand R. Marcos, Jr., for entrusting me to lead the Department over the last few months. I also thank the entire One Defense Team, including the Armed Forces

R.A 10172 Form No. 10.1 (LCRO)

Outgoing DND officer-in-charge Senior Undersecretary Carlito Galvez Jr. (File photo) of the Philippines (AFP) and our civilian bureaus, for their support during my tenure as the officer-in-charge of the Department,” Galvez said.

Galvez was named DND officer-in-charge last Jan. 9 following the resignation of his predecessor, retired AFP chief Gen. Jose Faustino Jr. earlier that month.

Galvez is a member of the Philippine Military Academy Class of 1985 and served as the 50th AFP chief from April 18 to December 11, 2018.

“The DND welcomes the appointment of Atty. Gilberto C. Teodoro, Jr. as the new Secretary of National

Republic of the Philippines

Local Civil Registry Office City of Iligan

NOTICE FOR PUBLICATION

In compliance with Section 7 of R.A. 10172 , a notice is hereby served to the public that FLORENCIO C. CUIZON JR. has filed with this Office a Petition for Correction of Clerical Error particularly DATE OF BIRTH from FEB. 7, 1973 to

FEBRUARY 1, 1973 in the Certificate of Live Birth of FLORENCIO CABATINGAN

CUIZON JR. who was born on FEBRUARY 1, 1973 at Iligan City, Lanao del Norte and whose parents are MAMERTA B. CABATINGAN and FLORENCIA

G. CUIZON SR.

Any person adversely affected by said petition may file his written opposition with this office not later than JUNE 2023.

(SGD) ATTY. YUSSIF DON JUSTIN F. MARTIL City Civil Registrar

Defense,” Galvez said.

Teodoro also served as DND chief from August 2007 to November 2009 in the administration of then president Gloria MacapagalArroyo. He was also the former congressman of Tarlac (1st District).

Teodoro also served as the chairperson of the National Disaster Coordinating Council during his tenure as DND chief. He has a Bachelor’s Degree in Commerce, majoring in Financial Institutions from the De La Salle UniversityManila.

Teodoro completed his law degree, graduated at the top of his class at the University of the Philippines, and was the topnotcher in the 1989 Philippine Bar Examinations.

Teodoro also has a Mas-

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ters of Law degree from Harvard University and is a licensed commercial pilot.

He was recognized as a Leadership Awardee and Seminar Academic Excellence Awardee during his time at the Air Command and Staff College, Air Education and Training Command Philippine Air Force Command and Staff Course in 2001.

In 2003, he attended the Joint and Combined Staff Officers Course, Class No. 1, JCSC in Camp Aguinaldo, Quezon City where he was honored as a Leadership Awardee.

“We have achieved great strides in our priority programs on internal security, territorial defense, disaster preparedness, and the continued development of the defense organization. Rest

assured that the DND has my unequivocal support as we all work together in the pursuit of our vision of a peaceful, stable, and prosperous Philippines,” Galvez added.

AFP welcomes new DND chief

As this developed, the AFP on Tuesday said it welcomes Teodoro’s appointment as the new DND chief.

“The AFP welcomes the appointment of Atty. Gilbert Teodoro(Jr.) as the new Secretary of National Defense and commits its all-out support to the new leadership of the One Defense Team,” AFP spokesperson Col. Medel Aguilar said in a statement.

He also added that Teodoro’s decisive leadership,

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OATH-TAKING. President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. on Tuesday (June 6, 2023) administers the oath-taking of newly-appointed Defense Secretary Gilbert Teodoro at Malacañan Palace in Manila. Teodoro was also Defense secretary during the administration of former Pres. Gloria Macapagal-Arroyo. (Photo courtesy of Presidential Photojournalists Association)

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Apayao livestock farmers attend schooling on ruminant production

By Leilanie Adriano

LAOAG CITY–The province of Apayao is training livestock farmers to enhance their knowledge and skills in raising healthy cattle and carabao for meat and milk production.

Starting this June, more than 40 farmers are currently enrolled in a Farmer Livestock School (FLS).

Spearheaded by the Apayao Provincial Veterinary Office (PVO), the schooling will span for seven months at the Apayao Ecotourism Sports Complex Clubhouse in Luna town, Apayao where the participants will be required to attend weekly meetings.

As part of the training module, the farmer participants are expected to gain comprehensive knowledge and practical skills related to large ruminant production, including cattle and carabao farming.

Specifically, they will receive expert guidance and training in areas such as breeding, nutrition, health management, and proper handling techniques.

“We want to equip them with the right techniques and information, and by empowering our farmers with necessary skills and

Ilocos Norte, JobStart PH to boost employment of OSYs

By Leilanie Adriano

LAOAG CITY – The Ilocos

Norte government is partnering with the Department of Labor and Employment (DOLE) for the implementation of the JobStart Philippines program to boost the employability of out-of-school youth in the province.

Atuan, manager of the Public Employment Service Office, said on Tuesday they are currently in close coordination with the concerned government agencies to facilitate the screening and registration of would-be beneficiaries.

Apayao province is among the top raisers of buffalo in the Cordillera Region with 18,175 heads as of July 2022 based on the latest livestock survey of the Philippine Statistics

Authority.

Seen to alleviate poverty and address food security and malnutrition in the province, the Apayao government has initially allocated PHP3 million for the program.

The program will follow a structured curriculum that covers various topics starting from the basics of large ruminant management to more advanced subjects such as artificial insemination and disease prevention.

The farmers will also have the opportunity to engage in hands-on activities, attend lectures, and interact with experienced veterinarians and livestock experts.

A carabao gets vaccinated in this undated photo. Currently, some Apayao farmers are engaged in farmer livestock schooling to boost their livelihood. (Photo courtesy of the Provincial Government of Apayao) knowledge to improve their livestock production, we hope to enhance their livelihoods and contribute to the development of the agricultural sector in the province,” said provincial veterinarian Dr. Ralph Verzon in a statement on Tuesday.

Over the course of seven months, the PVO will conduct weekly meetings to ensure regular interaction and knowledge sharing among the farmers.

This collaborative environment will enable farmers to learn from each other’s experiences, exchange best

DOLE’s JobStart Philippines aims to provide life skills training with oneon-one coaching, technical training, and internship for unemployed out-of-school youth aged 18 to 24 years old.

The program implementation is in collaboration with the local government units here, the Technical Education and Skills Development Authority, the Department of Education, the Commission on Higher Education, and other stakeholders.

“This initiative is designed to empower the youth by providing them with proper training in the actual workforce,” she said in an interview.

To qualify for the program, a JobStart trainee must be a Filipino citizen; 18 to 24 years old, have reached at least high school level; and not in education, employment, or training at the time of the registration.

Qualified applicants shall receive an allowance for the duration of life skills training and technical skills training and shall undertake

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Our country is oozing with ecological resources. Prior to the vanishment of the 17 million hectares of our dipterocarp forest, the Philippines was home to billions of flora and fauna that are endemically found only in our country. In fact, the number of flora and fauna found in a 5,000-hectare Mt. Kitanglad is far greater compared to those found in on billion-hectare continent of North America. But the ecological wealth is not just found above the ground; beneath are 72 kinds of minerals only found in Mindanao alone. But the wealth does not stop at the shorelines. Our archipelago has been described as the “center of the center” of marine life on earth. Paradoxically, amidst the bounty lies so much poverty. Why? Because the Filipino people are so powerless to benefit from these resources.

We can categorically answer that in the Philippines, it is never the people but only a few elites, the ruling class, the landlords, the TNCs, the cartels, the conglomerates, the monopolies through the growth-at-allcost development strategy called extractive economy or corporate globalization. Poverty is rooted, not in the lack of resources but in the powerlessness of people to have access and control over their resources which are fast slipping through their fingers. That’s what development experts say. That’s what the people perceive

now in the light of massive destruction of our ecological systems through massive extractions. In Cagayan de Oro alone, it is so shocking to know that its top quality gold are extracted by illegal Chinese miners carrying only tourist visa through open-pit mining using backhoes and heavy equipment that have tremendously destroyed our rivers and Macajalar bay though massive siltation, to the detriment of the coastal communities who are now living in hunger and extreme poverty.

Look at Mindanao, so rich yet so poor. While the island oozes with ecological resources, poverty is glaring in the life of the peasants who must till the land not their own. And if they do, they are victims to a mode of production and marketing system that they do not control. The farmers have been “robbed” of farming, using seeds and technologies which are not within their control but by big agri-business corporations.

Feel the pains of our indigenous people. They have lived sustainably in the forest ecosystem for thousands of years but now the 17 million hectares of dipterocarp forest are almost gone and so are their “pharmacies,” their “marketplace,” notwithstanding that the forests are our invisible water dams, soil protector, climate regulator, carbon sink and “homes” to billions of flora and fauna many of

which are found only in the Philippines. Now what we have are ecological disasters for massacring the trees and all life forms (the megadiversity) that once dwelt in the forest.

After losing the forest, there is now a tremendous pressure on land as these are now heavily “commercialized” by new entrants TNCs converting the land into massive plantations, to the detriment of our “lumads” who all these years are rendered powerless.

Indeed, “Agaw Lupa, Agaw Buhay” as our Indigenous Peoples who were once the masters of the land that they wonderfully made productive following the culture of sustainability are now illegally deprived of their ancestral domains and if they resist, they are being erased from the face of the earth. In the last 7 years, some 101 IP leaders have been killed for standingup to protect their land rights. In Butong, Quezon, more than 1,000 families belonging to the Manobo Pulangiyon Tribe are living in the last 6 years along the hi-way living under shattered tents and are just eating “Kamote” once a day, having been illegally ousted from their 1,111-hectare ancestral domain by a pow-

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Solar is the Future of Mindanao–Solar Week 2023 begins with clear message

Solar Week Mindanao

2023, a week-long knowledge and information extravaganza about Solar for Mindanaoans, begins Monday, World Environment Day, June 5, 2023.

Solar Week is the flagship event of the Mindanao Goes Solar movement (MGSM) and features a local exhibit of solar suppliers in both Davao City and Cagayan de Oro in 2023, while continuing its tradition of an online broadcast of discussions and interviews on important solar information.

Mindanao, which is yet to achieve 100% electrification, is best to benefit from solar and other renewable energy

technologies to bring power to its unelectrified communities. This move will also help the country in achieving climate adaptation and mitigation goals, plus inclusive and sustainable development not only for Mindanaons but the entire country. Last year, Solar Week, was purely online due to pandemic restrictions but was participated by distinguished guests discussing important topics, including Mindanao Development Authority (MinDA) Deputy Executive Director, Assistant Secretary Romeo Montenegro who shared about the Mindanao Energy Plan which the agency

intends as a reference for renewable energy projects in the region, including for solar.

“It is projected that several hundred gigawatts of electricity is going to be derived from solar in the next 50 years. The question is, where is Mindanao and where is the Philippines in that very important contribution?” asks Montenegro at his keynote in 2022. “There’s going to be bumps and humps along the way but our march towards a full transition to clean energy is going to be possible if altogether we work as one,” Montenegro adds.

It is with this message of collaboration that the

Mindanao Goes Solar movement designed its Solar Week programming in 2023. Viewers of the knowledge event online broadcast will get to know the Mindanao Renewable Energy Advocacy and Coordination Hub (MinREACH) which is a new alliance between the government, private sector, academe and non-profit organizations working on renewable energy. This happens during Mindanao Monday. Technical Tuesday serves as a learning session with several Mindanao-centered citizens of the Netherlands. This country is currently Europe’s leader in solar. Woke Wednesday features

an innovative partnership seeking to accomplish renewable energy planning at the sub-national level courtesy of the world’s largest conservation organization, the Worldwide Fund for Nature (WWF).

Thrifty Thursday will showcase one of the most sought-after topics of MGSM followers: Solar Financing. On this day, representatives from the Pag-ibig home development loan will discuss its Home Improvement loan which now allows for solar installations for Filipino homeowners. On Feel-good Friday, viewers will witness parts of the local event of international organization

New Energy Nexus for their goal of 100% clean energy for 100% of the population in the shortest time possible. It is doing so in Cagayan de Oro by connecting with partners able to augment the local solar industry. Watch the live broadcast on Facebook and YouTube and visit the exhibits in Ayala Abreeza mall in Davao and Ayala Centrio in Cagayan de Oro. The exhibit runs on mall hours also from June 5-9, 2023 while the broadcast starts at 3pm each day from June 5-9 and will continue to be available over social media channels of the movement.

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Cebu Landmasters launches new tower of beachtown residences in Panglao Island

Leading developer in VisMin Cebu Landmasters, Inc. launches the third and final tower of the P5.3-billion Costa Mira Beachtown Panglao, with its first two towers 80% sold out.

Costa Mira Beachtown Panglao is the second project of CLI’s beachtown brand, following sold out Costa Mira Beachtown Mactan, which won “Best Waterfront Condo Development” at the PropertyGuru Philippines Property Awards 2022.

Costa Mira Beachtown Panglao presents a total of 1,056 units ranging from P2.8M to P8M. Leading developer in VisMin Cebu Landmasters, Inc. (CLI) through CLI-Lite Panglao, Inc., the company’s joint venture with Lite Properties Corporation, announced the opening of the third tower of Costa Mira Beachtown Panglao.

Lite Properties Corporation is an affiliate company of Lite Shipping Corporation of the Lim family of Bohol that operates a fleet of roro ferries in Luzon, Visayas and Mindanao.

The first two towers of Cebu Landmasters’ beachtown residences in Panglao island in Bohol, are now 80% sold since market introduction a few months ago.

Costa Mira Beachtown

Panglao is a P5.3-billion tropical beach community located on a 4.05-hectare lot at Totolan town in Dauis, Panglao Island, Bohol, which is known for its lush

greenery and clear waters. Strategically located near Dauis Bridge that leads to the provincial capital Tagbilaran City, the development connects residents to modern conveniences while being surrounded by natural wonders, including having convenient access to Bohol’s top dive spots.

“Costa Mira Beachtown Panglao was designed with the idea of tropical paradise in mind, one that showcases Bohol’s rich culture and beautiful natural resources while standing out as signature CLI development,” CLI chairman and CEO Jose Soberano III said. “We take pride in the success of Costa Mira Beachtown Panglao with our partner LiTe Properties Corporation as we launch its third tower to accommodate more residents aspiring for an

Cebu Landmasters’ P5.3 billion Costa Mira Beachtown Panglao is the second project of the company’s beachtown residences. It is located in a 4.05-hectare-lot at Totolan town in Dauis, Panglao Island, Bohol, which is known for its lush greenery and clear waters. The property has a total of 1,056 combined studio, 1-BR and 2-BR units.

Top listed firms may lose P6.15-B to cyber attacks

By Kris Crismundo

CEBU CITY – Top listed companies operating critical information infrastructure (CII) may lose PHP6.15 billion in revenues per day due to cyber attacks, an information and communications technology (ICT) advocacy group estimated.

knows. [There are] so many things are possible in these days,” she told reporters on the sidelines of the event.

CYBER THREATS. Secure Connections ICT policy analyst and Better Internet PH lead advocate Mary Grace Mirandilla-Santos discusses the importance of securing critical information infrastructure across the country during the 15th media seminar hosted by the United States Embassy at Radisson Blu Hotel, Cebu City Wednesday (June 6, 2023). The information and communications technology advocacy group estimated that top listed companies operating critical information infrastructure may lose PHP6.15 billion in revenues per day due to cyber attacks. (PNA photo by Kris Crismundo)

In a media seminar hosted by the United States Embassy here, Secure Connections ICT policy analyst Mary Grace MirandillaSantos said the number is based on the assumption that these CII companies are compromised at the same time.

“It’s unlikely, but who

Largest losses per day are in the energy sector with potential daily losses of PHP2.8 billion, followed by banks at PHP1.5 billion, telecommunications at PHP1.06 billion, transportation at PHP631 million, water at PHP115 million and healthcare at PHP40 million.

Aside from these sectors, CII operators are also in business process outsourcing (BPO), broadcast media, emergency services and disaster response and government.

Mirandilla-Santos said this figure is only a fraction of the potential damage to the economy due to cyber attacks, as the number only counted firms listed with the Philippine Stock Exchange (PSE).

She said cybersecurity incidents have cascading effects that also compromise and cause damages to other sectors depending on CII operators.

“If there is no alternative to critical infrastructure, then it makes the cost much bigger,” she added.

Mirandilla-Santos cited some gaps in protecting CIIs in the country, including

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Gov’t-funded muscovado plant in NegOcc to benefit 382 households

By Nanette Guadalquiver

BACOLOD CITY – A government-funded muscovado production and marketing enterprise facility will benefit 382 household-beneficiaries, who are members of proponent group Kalibutan Society Inc. (KSI) based in Kabankalan City, Negros Occidental.

The building located in Barangay Oringao costs almost PHP26 million and was implemented as a subproject under the Department of Agriculture-Philippine Rural Development Project (DA-PRDP).

The infrastructure component amounted to PHP12.176 million while

the enterprise component is worth PHP13.801 million.

Muscovado is unrefined cane sugar with a rich brown color.

As of Tuesday, the construction of an PHP8million concrete road from the highway going to the muscovado production building has already been approved.

“There is a budget for it. I have already signed the notice of award. It will make the transport of their produce easier for the farmers,” Mayor Benjie Miranda said in a statement.

KSI president Antonio Castillo said with the new facility, they can now transition to organic muscovado production, which

has a high demand in the consumer market.

The turnover of the project, which was jointly funded by the DA, World Bank, and Negros Occidental provincial government, was led by Governor Eugenio Jose Lacson and DA OIC-Regional Executive Director Jose Albert Barrogo.

“It is a hub where farmers can refine their craft, where modern technologies can be embraced to enhance productivity, and where the legacy of muscovado production can be passed down to future generations,” Lacson said during the turnover on June 1.

“By investing in the

MUSCOVADO PRODUCTION. Making of muscovado or unrefined cane sugar at the newly inaugurated plant of Kalibutan Society Inc. in Kabankalan City, Negros Occidental. The almost PHP26-million facility was implemented as a sub-project under the Department of Agriculture-Philippine Rural Development Project. (Photo courtesy of Negros Occidental-PIO)

5-day festival to showcase beauty, abundance of Leyte town

By Sarwell Meniano

TACLOBAN CITY – The town of Kananga, Leyte will stage its five-day Kaanyag (beauty) Festival on June 7 to 11, showcasing events highlighting local “fragrance, flavor, beauty, and abundance.”

In a statement on Tuesday, Mayor Matt Torres said the festivity will feature the best of Kananga’s heritage and local talent.

“The Kananga Kaanyag Festival is a celebration of the fragrance, flavor, beauty,

FESTIVE. Kananga Mayor Matt Torres in this undated photo greets dancers during a photoshoot in preparation for the five-day festival. The town of Kananga, Leyte will stage its Kaanyag (beauty) Festival on June 7 to 11, showcasing events highlighting local “fragrance, flavor, beauty, and abundance.”

IN RE: JOINT PETITION TO APPROVE CIVIL CASE NO.2023-072 AND REGISTER THE DIVORCE OF SPOUSES RODEL CORTES ERMAC AND ROSEMARIE VILLAMOR SORELA, RODEL CORTES ERMAC AND ROSEMARIE VILLAMOR SORELA, Petitioners.

Before this Court verified joint petition for the approval and registration of the Divorce filed by petitioners and alledging among others. That petitioners are husband and wife respectively in a marriage performed under Civil rite on June 27, 2003 at Cebu City, Cebu, both petitioners had been converted to Muslim and thereby embraced Islam Religion as their new found faith, by virtue of their respective intellectual choices which were duly registered with this Court, both of them can be served summons and other legal processes relative to this case at their resident at Purok Orchids, Lambaguhon, Brgy. San Roque, Iligan City and Sitio Luton, Brgy. Mabini, Cebu City, respectively;

That said marriage did not last long due to lack of love and affection until the relationship manifested incompatibility and sustained misunderstanding between petitioners and reached the point of irreconcilability and they separated for each other for some reason of which both petitioner finally decided to legally break or severe their marriage bond for more than nineteen (19) years, they decided to separate live physically in bed and board, thereby, executed Memorandum of Agreement in order to formalize their separation. Since their separation, they had never been communicating or supporting either financially or emotionally to each other, neither minding each other affair’s; petitioner seek judicial decree of divorce, thereby, severing their marriage bond on June 27, 2003 so that they will have free hand to do what a single man or woman could do without marital burdens. Reconciliation between them had already been diligently employed but all proved futile.

WHEREFORE, finding this petition to be sufficient in form and substance, set the initial hearing of this case on June 16, 2023 at 9:00 a.m. at which time, date and place. Any interested party may appear and show why the petition should not be granted. Let copy of this Order be published in newspaper of General Circulation in the City of Iligan once a week for three (3) consecutive weeks at the expense of the petitioners.

SO ORDERED. Iligan City, Philippines, this 22nd of May, 2023.

MDN: May 25, Jun 1 & 8, 2023

(SGD) Hon. OSOP M. ALI

Presiding Judge

and abundance that our beloved town embodies. We cordially invite everyone to join us in this grand launch and immerse themselves in the vibrant culture and rich traditions that make Kananga truly unique,” Torres said.

The event will kick off with a mass and the enthralling presentation of festival queens.

On June 8, there will be a Grand Ylang Ylang tree planting. The essential oil that can be extracted from the flower of the tree finds

Republic of the Philippines SUPREME COURT 4th Shari’a Circuit Court 4th Shari’a Judicial District Iligan City

IN RE: JOINT PETITION TO APPROVE CIVIL CASE N0. 2023-044 AND REGISTER THE DIVORCE OF SPOUSES FLORO M. TANEO AND DIANA G. DUMANJUG-TANEO, FLORO M. TANEO AND DIANA G. DUMANJUG-TANEO, Petitioners.

ORDER

Before this Court verified joint petition for the approval and registration of the Divorce filed by petitioners and alledging among others. That petitioners are husband and wife respectively in a marriage performed under Civil rite on August 8, 1996 at Iligan City, both petitioners had been converted to Muslim and thereby embraced Islam Religion as their new found faith, by virtue of their respective intellectual choices which were duly registered with this Court, both of them can be served summons and other legal processes relative to this case at their resident at Block 10, Lot 55-57, Camella Homes, Cagayan de Oro City and Barangay San Roque, Canaway, Tibanga, Iligan City, respectively; That said marriage did not last long due to lack of love and affection until the relationship manifested incompatibility and sustained misunderstanding between petitioners and reached the point of irreconcilability and they separated for each other for some reason of which both petitioner finally decided to legally break or severe their marriage bond for twenty (20) years, they decided to separate live physically in bed and board, thereby, executed Memorandum of Agreement in order to formalize their separation. Since their separation, they had never been communicating or supporting either financially or emotionally to each other, neither minding each other affair’s; petitioner seek judicial decree of divorce, thereby, severing their marriage bond on August 8, 1996 so that they will have free hand to do what a single man or woman could do without marital burdens. Reconciliation between them had already been diligently employed but all proved futile.

WHEREFORE, finding this petition to be sufficient in form and substance, set the initial hearing of this case on June 16, 2023 at 9:00 a.m. at which time, date and place. Any interested party may appear and show why the petition should not be granted. Let copy of this Order be published in newspaper of General Circulation in the City of Iligan once a week for three (3) consecutive weeks at the expense of the petitioners.

SO ORDERED.

Iligan City, Philippines, this 22nd of May, 2023.

MDN: May 25, Jun 1 & 8, 2023

application in many industries, especially in medicine and perfumery.

The less potent essential oils can be used as mediumto-base notes in perfumes and to make such products as cologne, lotion, food flavoring, and soap.

“The planting is a symbolic homage to the splendor and significance of the ylang-ylang flower within the municipality. By participating in this event, you will not only contribute to the preservation of this cherished plant but also

gain valuable insights into its cultural and historical importance,” Kananga town tourism officer April Tanhueco said in a phone interview.

On June 9, there will be a beauty and personality workshop where participants can acquire valuable tips and techniques. It will be followed by a grand Kaanyag zumba session.

“Dance the night away on June 10th at the Music and Disco Wonderland. This dynamic affair will

Republic of the Philippines SUPREME COURT 4th Shari’a Circuit Court 4th Shari’a Judicial District Iligan City

IN RE: JOINT PETITION TO APPROVE CIVIL CASE NO.2023-073 AND REGISTER THE DIVORCE OF SPOUSES JOEL BARING ABAD AND REMEDIOS SORDILLA ABAD, JOEL BARING ABAD AND REMEDIOS SORDILLA ABAD, Petitioners.

-VERSUSOFFICE OF THE LOCAL CIVIL REGISTRAR OF PAGADIAN CITY, ZAMBOANGA DEL SUR x -

/ ORDER

Before this Court verified joint petition for the approval and registration of the Divorce filed by petitioners and alledging among others. That petitioners are husband and wife respectively in a marriage performed under Civil rite on April 17, 2008 at Pagadian City, both petitioners had been converted to Muslim and thereby embraced Islam Religion as their new found faith, by virtue of their respective intellectual choices which were duly registered with this Court, both of them can be served summons and other legal processes relative to this case at their resident at Brgy. Bagong Oroquieta, Guipos, Zamboanga del Sur, respectively;

That said marriage did not last long due to lack of love and affection until the relationship manifested incompatibility and sustained misunderstanding between petitioners and reached the point of irreconcilability and they separated for each other for some reason of which both petitioner finally decided to legally break or severe their marriage bond for four (4) years, they decided to separate live physically in bed and board, thereby, executed Memorandum of Agreement in order to formalize their separation. Since their separation, they had never been communicating or supporting either financially or emotionally to each other, neither minding each other affair’s; petitioner seek judicial decree of divorce, thereby, severing their marriage bond on April 17, 2008 so that they will have free hand to do what a single man or woman could do without marital burdens. Reconciliation between them had already been diligently employed but all proved futile.

WHEREFORE, finding this petition to be sufficient in form and substance, set the initial hearing of this case on June 16, 2023 at 9:00 a.m. at which time, date and place. Any interested party may appear and show why the petition should not be granted. Let copy of this Order be published in newspaper of General Circulation in the City of Iligan once a week for three (3) consecutive weeks at the expense of the petitioners. SO ORDERED. Iligan City, Philippines, this 22nd of May, 2023.

(SGD) Hon. OSOP M. ALI Presiding Judge

MDN: May 25, Jun 1 & 8, 2023

(SGD) Hon. OSOP M. ALI

Presiding Judge

District Iligan City

IN RE: JOINT PETITION TO APPROVE CIVIL CASE NO.2023-081 AND REGISTER THE DIVORCE OF SPOUSES PORFERIO L. TORAJA, JR. AND ODETTE C. PLAZA-TORAJA, PORFERIO L. TORAJA, JR. AND ODETTE C. PLAZA-TORAJA, Petitioners.

Before this Court verified joint petition for the approval and registration of the Divorce filed by petitioners and alledging among others. That petitioners are husband and wife respectively in a marriage performed under Civil rite on July 30, 2002 at Iligan City, both petitioners had been converted to Muslim and thereby embraced Islam Religion as their new found faith, by virtue of their respective intellectual choices which were duly registered with this Court, both of them can be served summons and other legal processes relative to this case at their resident at Tagana-an, Surigao del Norte and Purok 1, Poblacion, Linamaon, Lanao del Notre, respectively;

That said marriage did not last long due to lack of love and affection until the relationship manifested incompatibility and sustained misunderstanding between petitioners and reached the point of irreconcilability and they separated for each other for some reason of which both petitioner finally decided to legally break or severe their marriage bond for almost twenty-one (21) years, they decided to separate live physically in bed and board, thereby, executed Memorandum of Agreement in order to formalize their separation. Since their separation, they had never been communicating or supporting either financially or emotionally to each other, neither minding each other affair’s; petitioner seek judicial decree of divorce, thereby, severing their marriage bond on July 30, 2002 so that they will have free hand to do what a single man or woman could do without marital burdens. Reconciliation between them had already been diligently employed but all proved futile.

WHEREFORE, finding this petition to be sufficient in form and substance, set the initial hearing of this case on June 30, 2023 at 9:00 a.m. at which time, date and place. Any interested party may appear and show why the petition should not be granted. Let copy of this Order be published in newspaper of General Circulation in the City of Iligan once a week for three (3) consecutive weeks at the expense of the petitioners.

SO ORDERED. Iligan City, Philippines, this 29th of May, 2023.

(SGD)

REGISTER THE DIVORCE OF SPOUSES MAURICIO, JR. A. TIBUS AND VERGIL M. FERNANDEZ-TIBUS, MAURICIO, JR. A. TIBUS AND VERGIL M. FERNANDEZ-TIBUS, Petitioners.

ORDER

Before this Court verified joint petition for the approval and registration of the Divorce filed by petitioners and alledging among others. That petitioners are husband and wife respectively in a marriage performed under Civil rite on December 21, 1998 at Malaybalay, Bukidnon, both petitioners had been converted to Muslim and thereby embraced Islam Religion as their new found faith, by virtue of their respective intellectual choices which were duly registered with this Court, both of them can be served summons and other legal processes relative to this case at their resident at Corona Drive, Macasandig, Cagayan de Oro City, Misamis Oriental and Purok 6, Laguitas, Malaybalay City, Bukidnon, respectively; That said marriage did not last long due to lack of love and affection until the relationship manifested incompatibility and sustained misunderstanding between petitioners and reached the point of irreconcilability and they separated for each other for some reason of which both petitioner finally decided to legally break or severe their marriage bond for twenty (20) years, they decided to separate live physically in bed and board, thereby, executed Memorandum of Agreement in order to formalize their separation. Since their separation, they had never been communicating or supporting either financially or emotionally to each other, neither minding each other affair’s; petitioner seek judicial decree of divorce, thereby, severing their marriage bond on December 21, 1998 so that they will have free hand to do what a single man or woman could do without marital burdens. Reconciliation between them had already been diligently employed but all proved futile.

WHEREFORE, finding this petition to be sufficient in form and substance, set the initial hearing of this case on June 30, 2023 at 9:00 a.m. at which time, date and place. Any interested party may appear and show why the petition should not be granted. Let copy of this Order be published in newspaper of General Circulation in the City of Iligan once a week for three (3) consecutive weeks at the expense of the petitioners.

SO ORDERED. Iligan City, Philippines, this 29th of May, 2023.

Republic of the Philippines SUPREME COURT 4th Shari’a Circuit Court 4th Shari’a Judicial District Iligan City

IN RE: JOINT PETITION TO APPROVE CIVIL CASE NO.2023-080 AND REGISTER THE DIVORCE OF SPOUSES LEO B. ARREGLO, JR. AND RAY-ANN L. AFABLE-ARREGLO, LEO B. ARREGLO, JR. AND RAY-ANN L. AFABLE-ARREGLO, Petitioners. x - - - - - - - - - - - - - -

ORDER

Before this Court verified joint petition for the approval and registration of the Divorce filed by petitioners and alledging among others. That petitioners are husband and wife respectively in a marriage performed under Civil rite on July 10, 2014 at Ermita, Manila, both petitioners had been converted to Muslim and thereby embraced Islam Religion as their new found faith, by virtue of their respective intellectual choices which were duly registered with this Court, both of them can be served summons and other legal processes relative to this case at their resident at Brgy. Katuparan, Taguig City and Tubod, Iligan City, respectively;

That said marriage did not last long due to lack of love and affection until the relationship manifested incompatibility and sustained misunderstanding between petitioners and reached the point of irreconcilability and they separated for each other for some reason of which both petitioner finally decided to legally break or severe their marriage bond for more than four (4) years, they decided to separate live physically in bed and board, thereby, executed Memorandum of Agreement in order to formalize their separation. Since their separation, they had never been communicating or supporting either financially or emotionally to each other, neither minding each other affair’s; petitioner seek judicial decree of divorce, thereby, severing their marriage bond on July 10, 2014 so that they will have free hand to do what a single man or woman could do without marital burdens. Reconciliation between them had already been diligently employed but all proved futile.

WHEREFORE, finding this petition to be sufficient in form and substance, set the initial hearing of this case on June 30, 2023 at 9:00 a.m. at which time, date and place. Any interested party may appear and show why the petition should not be granted. Let copy of this Order be published in newspaper of General Circulation in the City of Iligan once a week for three (3) consecutive weeks at the expense of the petitioners.

SO ORDERED. Iligan City, Philippines, this 29th of May, 2023.

Republic of the Philippines SUPREME COURT 4th Shari’a Circuit Court 4th Shari’a Judicial

(Photo courtesy of Kananga Tourism Office)

Former Sultan Kudarat Gov. Suharto Mangudadatu is new TESDA chief

By ZAKI SARMIENTO

GENERAL SANTOS CITY (MindaNews ) – A seasoned politician in Mindanao, Su-

harto “Teng” Mangudadatu, former governor and representative of Sultan Kudarat province, is now the head of the Technical Education

and Skills Development Authority (TESDA).

President Ferdinand Marcos, Jr. appointed on Tuesday Mangudadatu, whose

family lords over Sultan Kudarat province’s political scene in the last 25 years.

Mangudadatu and his family campaigned for Marcos in the 2022 presidential elections.

The Presidential Communications Office (PCO) announced the appointment of Mangudadatu as director general of TESDA, a position with a rank of Secretary.

“His tenure as governor was marked by notable achievements and initiatives aimed at improving the lives of the province’s residents,” the PCO press release said. Mangudadatu, who replaced Danilo Cruz, served as representative of the lone district of Sultan Kudarat from 2004 to 2007.

Before that, Mangudadatu was mayor of Lutayan, Sultan Kudarat for two terms from 1998 to 2004.

He became governor of Sultan Kudarat from 2007 to 2016, completing three terms in office. He then represented the province’s first district from 2016 to 2019 in the Lower House. He returned as governor from 2019 to 2022 and did not seek political office in the May 2022 elections.

Mangudadatu is the son of former Sultan Kudarat Governor Datu Pax Mangudadatu.

The elder Mangudadatu held the position from 1998 to 2007 and from 2016 to 2019. He was the province’s first district representative from 2016 to 2019.

The province is now governed by Datu Pax Ali Mangudadatu, son of Suharto and Maguindanao del Sur Governor Mariam SangkiMangudadatu.

In a Facebook post, the younger Mangudadatu congratulated his father

and thanked Marcos for appointing him as TESDA chief.

The son described the father as the “Man of the People.”

“This feat proves the impact of people-oriented service he has rendered through the years,” Datu Pax Ali said.

“The Province of Sultan Kudarat is a sole witness to his pioneering capabilities in the humble pursuit for development, which sets the standard in defining true public service – Serbisyong Tapat at Maaasahan!”

Suharto Mangudadatu pursued his college education at the South Western University in Cebu, where he obtained a Bachelor of Science degree in Physical Therapy. The Sultan Kudarat State University conferred him an honorary Doctor of Philosophy degree in recognition of his accomplishments. (Zaki Sarmiento / MindaNews)

Troops seize ASG encampment, rescue Indonesian teen

By Teofilo Garcia, Jr.

LAMITAN CITY, Basilan

– Troops have rescued an Indonesian teenager as they seized an encampment of the Abu Sayyaf Group (ASG) following a firefight in this province, military officials said Tuesday.

Col. Frederick Sales, Joint Task Force (JTF)Basilan acting commander, said the 15-year-old male teen was rescued when they clashed and overran an ASG encampment in Sitio Lobloban, Barangay Guiong, Sumisip town on Saturday.

The clash occurred while the troops were pursuing ASG bomber and Sulu-

based sub-leader Mudzrimar Sawadjaan, and Basilan-based sub-leader Pasil Bayali in the village.

Sales said Sawadjaan brought the boy with him when he recently fled from Sulu province to evade relentless combat operations launched by the Army’s 1103rd Infantry Brigade.

“Operating troops immediately brought the rescued Indonesian national to the hospital for medical checkup,” he added.

The teenager is allegedly the son of a suicide bomber couple – the late Rullie Rian Zeke alias Abbang Rullie, 35, and his wife, Ulfah Handayani Saleh, 32 – who were

Republic of the Philippines

REGIONAL ALTERNATIVE CHILD CARE OFFICE

Region X

Masterson Ave., Upper Carmen, Cagayan de Oro City Email address:racco10@nacc.gov.ph

IN RE: PETITION FOR ADOPTION OF DOMESTIC ADMIN. ADOPTION CASE

RYAN MARTINEZ BIDO TO BE NO: RACCO X-DAA-2023-0015-REL-009

KNOWN THEREAFTER AS

RYAN ISAAC BIDO

Ms. MARIA THERESA D. BIDO DATE: May 22, 2023

Petitioner x--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------x ORDER

A verified petition for the adoption of Ryan Martinez Bido filed by the petitioner through the Regional Alternative Child Care Office (RACCO) praying that after due notice, publication and appearances, a judgement be rendered to the effect that the minor Ryan Martinez Bido be declared for all legal intents and purposes the legitimate child of the petitioner and that the name of the child be changed particularly to appear as Ryan Isaac Bido.

Finding the said Petition to be sufficient in form and substance, let the same be set for Mandatory Appearance on July 5, 2023, 1:30 PM to be held at RACCO X, Masterson Ave., Upper Carmen, Cagayan de Oro City . Any interested party may appear and may file an opposite/complaint supported by evidence to the National Authority for Child Care (NACC), through the RACCO where the Petition was filed. The complaint will be subjected for verification and further investigation.

Let a copy of this order be published at the expense of the Petitioners once a week for three (3) successive weeks in a newspaper of general circulation of the Petitioners once a week for three (3) successive weeks in a newspaper of general circulation pursuant to Section 31 of R.A. No. 11642 or the Domestic Administration Adoption and Alternative Child Care Act.

tagged as the perpetrators of the January 2019 bombing of Mount Carmel Cathedral in Jolo, Sulu province.

At least 23 people were killed and more than a hundred others were wounded during the cathedral bombing incident.

Lt. Gen. Roy Galido, Western Mindanao Command chief, has commended the JTF-Basilan troops for successfully rescuing the Indonesian teenager.

“He is still young, and we are hopeful that with proper guidance and counseling, he will be able to walk back on the right path and build a better future,” he said. (PNA)

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• Main Branch - located at N. Capistrano cor. Cruz Taal Sts., Brgy. 7

• Carmen Branch - at Ipil St., Carmen (infront of Carmen Public Market)

• Cogon Branch I - at Osmena – J.R Borja Sts., Brgy. 38, Cogon Area

• Cogon Branch II - at J.R Borja cor. S. Daumar Sts., (infront of Nat’l, Bookstore)

• Limketkai Branch – at Ground Level, Service Arcade infront of Parking area A Limketkai Center, Limketkai Mall

Will hold a Public Auction on all Past Due Loans, unrenewed and unredeemed pawn items, which expired last JANUARY 01, 2023 TO MARCH 31, 2023.

The said Public Auction will be on JUNE 15, 2023 from 9:00 in the morning to 12:00 o’clock noon at each above-mentioned place of business.

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Ang mga sangang prendahanan sa FELY’S JEWELRY & PAWNSHOP Cagayan de Oro nga ang:

• Main Branch - anaa nahimutang sa dalan N. Capistrano/ Cruz Taal

• Carmen Branch - sa dalan Ipil, atbang sa merkado sa Carmen

• Cogon Branch I - sa mga dalan Osmena – J.R Borja sa Cogon

• Cogon Branch II - anaa sa mga dalan J.R Borja ug S. Daumar sa Cogon

• Limketkai Branch – sa gawas sa Limketkai Mall atbang sa Parking Area A sa Limketkai Center Magpahigayon ug Subasta sa tanang wala mabag-o o wala malukat nga mga prenda nga milapas na sa gitakdang panahon gikan sa ENERO 01, 2023 hangtod sa MARSO 31, 2023.

Ang maong Subasta ipahigayon karong HUNYO 15, 2023 sa may alas 9:00 ang takna sa buntag hangtud sa alas dose ang takna sa udto. Kini ipahigayon didto sa ilang tagsa-tagsa ka dapit nga nahisgutan sa unang bahin ning maong pahibalo.

Google map of Sitio Lobloban, Barangay Guiong, Sumisip, Basilan province.

Former Sultan Kudarat Governor Suharto “Teng” Mangudadatu. Photo from Facebook page Governor Suharto Teng T. Mangudadatu, Ph.D

Kauswagan town in Northern Mindanao opens its 5-hectare international convention center for 6th Asia Organic Farm Congress

By Ercel Maandig

The town here opened its newly constructed Kauswagan International Organic Convention Center in of the opening of the 6th Organic Asia Congress that will kick off Tuesday.

Spanning an impressive five hectares and located right on the white sand beach, this convention center offers a scenic view of the fountain and features state-of-the-art clam shell-type venues, an administration building, a

Globe...

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Through its venture capital firm Kickstart Ventures, Globe has been supporting companies that tackle some of the world’s biggest problems, from food security to pollution, among others.

“We are very conscious of our role on this planet, of our responsibility to keep delivering lifeenabling solutions. Our hope is that by partnering with these companies, we can work towards much more ambitious goals, bigger solutions and tackling bigger problems that

cafeteria, accommodation rooms, and two helicopter pads. The shared rooms can house around 300 delegates, and the center's beautiful cafeteria is fully equipped and staffed by professional chefs.

The center will host several significant events, including the Organic Youth Forum, the 9th Asian Local Government for Organic Agriculture Summit, the 4th Global Alliance of Organic Districts, Women in Organic Agriculture in Asia, and the

perhaps on our own we won’t be able to address,” said Minette Navarrete, Kickstart President.

The bedrock of Globe’s expansion and transformation is its core telco business, where it continues to operate sustainably. Globe was the first publicly-listed Philippine-based company to commit to setting science-based targets and was recently recognized by Standard Insights as the Most SustainabilityDriven Network Operator in the Philippines. The company was also included as one of Asia Pacific’s Climate Lead -

6th Organic Asia Congress. These events will take place from June 4 to 9, attracting participants and delegates from 32 various countries and areas around the world including China, South Korea, Portugal, Maldives, and Mongolia, among others.

Municipal Mayor Rommel Arnado expressed his pride in the convention center, highlighting its significance as an exhibition of good governance. He emphasized the advocacy for organic agriculture,

ers in a list developed by the Financial Times and Global Market Research Firm, Statista.

Key to this are its efforts to green its network and supply chain, and push for greater energy efficiency across its operations. As GuevarraCabreira said: “We are working on taking our network beyond reliability to sustainability. We continue to green our network operations as part of our net zero strategy.”

Even as it expands to new business horizons, Globe is committed to creating positive societal impact. Through its flag -

IN THE MATTER OF CORRECTION OF Spl. Proc. No. 2580-2023 THE ERRONEOUS BIRTH YEAR IN THE

For: Correction of Entry CERTIFICATE OF LIVE BIRTH OF MARIE CRIS BERMOY BATUAMPAR under LCR REGISTRY NO. 96-133 AS ENTERED IN THE RECORDS OF THE LOCAL CIVIL REGISTRAR OF DITSAAN-RAMAIN, LANAO DEL SUR MARIE CRIS BERMOY BATUAMPAR Petitioner -versusTHE CIVIL REGISTRAR OF DITSAANRAMAIN, LANAO DEL SUR and THE CIVIL REGISTRAR GENERAL OF THE PHILIPPINE STATISTICS AUTHORITY, THE CIVIL SERVICE COMMISSION, GOVERNMENT SERVICE INSURANCE SYSTEM, and SOCIAL SECURITY SYSTEM, Respondents x----------------------------------------------x

ORDER

Before the Court is an Amended Petition for Correction of Entry filed by petitioner Marie Cris Bermoy Batuampar against the Civil Registrar of Ditsaan-Ramain, Lanao Del Sur and the Civil Registrar General of the Philippine Statistics Authority (PSA), the Civil Service Commission, Government Service Insurance System, and Social Security System. The Petition states, among others:

1. Petitioner is of legal age, Filipino, single, and a resident of Purok 4, Zone 2, Samburon, Linamon, Lanao del Norte where she may be served with notices and other court processes;

2. Respondent Civil Registrar of Ditsaan-Ramain, Lanao del Sur is the custodian of all records of birth in the Municipality of Ditsaan-Ramain and may be served with notices, orders and other court processes at the Municipal Hall Building, Brgy. Bago-a Ingud, Ditsaan-Ramain, Lanao Del Sur;

3. Respondent Civil Registrar General of the Philippine Statistics Authority (PSA) is the central custodian of all records of birth in the country and may be served with notices, orders, and other court processes at the PSA, NSO Building, East Avenue, Diliman, Quezon City;

4. Respondent Civil Service Commission is a government agency that is constituted by legislature to regulate the employment and working conditions of civil servants, oversee hiring and promotions, and promote the values of the public service and may be served with notices, orders and other court processes at Constitution Hills, Batasang Pambansa Complex Diliman, Quezon City;

5. Respondent Government Service Insurance System is the corporation that handles social security of the employees of the government of the Philippines and may be served with notices, orders and other court processes at GSIS, Financial Center, Pasay City Metro Manila;

6. Respondent Social Security System is a government-run social insurance program for workers in the private, professional, and informal sectors and may be served with notices, order and other court processes at SSS Building East Avenue, Diliman, Quezon City, Philippines;

7. Petitioner was born on December 5, 1969 to spouses Mangurun Bani Batuampar and Crispeniana Iglupas Bermoy in Maindig, Ditsaan-Ramain, Lanao del Sur;

8. The fact of Petitioner’s birth was belatedly registered with Respondent LCR in the year 1996 under Certificate of Live Birth (COLB) with Registry No. 96-133, attached as Annex “A”. However, the birth year was erroneously entered therein as 1967 instead of her real birth year which is 1969;

9. The Petitioner had been consistently using her correct birth date December 5, 1969 in all her records and as proof thereof, the following are hereto attached and marked

which led to the establishment of the convention center, and aims to inspire other leaders to prioritize the production of organic food.

“We spend almost P150 million, all 95% are locally financed and for us, this is all money well spent and which is also an exhibition for good governance and it is because of our advocacy on organic agriculture. And that's what triggered us to establish such a convention hub, to awaken other leaders to engage in the produc-

ship campaign, The Hapag Movement, Globe aims to address involuntary hunger through supplemental feeding and livelihood programs, leveraging a network of partners and the power of digital platforms.

With this holistic approach to driving solutions while grounded on its commitment to serve, Globe is living up to its purpose.

“This is how we will help the Philippines become a country, where family’s dreams come true, businesses flourish and the nation is admired,” said Cu.

tion of more food. Not just any food, but healthy food that is organic in nature,” he said. The construction span of the project finished in 5 months only.

Additionally, Arnado revealed plans to utilize the convention center for various events, attracting both local and foreign tourists, thus benefiting not only Kauswagan but also neighboring cities and municipalities economically.

“It could also serve as a concert venue, capable of accommodating up to

10,000 people for concerts. This facility is not limited to conventions. It is also an economic enterprise and a strategy to generate income for the municipality,” he said.

The mayor also commended the extensive security plan, a joint effort involving the Philippine National Police, Armed Forces of the Philippines, Philippine Coast Guard, and other agencies for the various events that will be held in the conversation center.

Annex “C” Certificate of Eligibility issued by Civil Service Commission

Annex “D” NBI Clearance

Annex “E” Voter’s Certificate

Annex “F” Philippine Passport (renewed)

Annex “G” Old Philippine Passport

Annex “H” GSIS UMID Card (issued when she was employed)

Annex “I” COVID 19 Vaccine Certificate

Annex “J” SSS Member Detail

Annex “K” SSS Separated Sickness Claim Information

10. Petitioner is currently unemployed and is seeking for a job in the government, and one of the requirements for her application is a Certificate of Live Birth that reflects correct entries. Hence, she is left with no recourse but to seek judicial remedy for the correction of the erroneous birth year shown in her COLB pursuant to Rule 108 of the Rules of Court;

11. This petition is filed without the slightest intention to defraud or prejudice the government or any private entity; its ultimate purpose being to correct the erroneous entry as appears in the public records of the Civil Registry and thus make it reflective of the petitioner’s correct birth date December 5, 1969 as appears in all her official records.

x x x

Finding the petition to be sufficient in form and substance, it is hereby ordered that it be set for hearing before the Court on August 3, 2023 at 8:30 in the morning.

Let a copy of this Order be published at the expense of the petitioner in a newspaper of general circulation in Lanao del Sur or Marawi City for three (3) consecutive weeks.

The Civil Registrar of Ditsaan-Ramain, Lanao del Sur and the Civil Registrar General of the PSA may file their opposition thereto within fifteen (15) days from notice of this petition or from the last day of publication of this Order.

Further, let this Order be posted for fifteen (15) days prior to the date of hearing in the Bulletin Board of the Civil Registrar of Ditsaan-Ramain, Lanao del Sur and the Bulletin Board of the Court, also at the expense of the petitioner.

Furnish copy of this Order, together with a copy of the petition to the Civil Registrar of Ditsaan-Ramain, Lanao del Sur and the Civil Registrar General of the PSA.

SO ORDERED. May 3, 2023, Marawi City, Lanao del Sur, Philippines.

(SGD) SAMINA S. MACABANDO-USMAN Presiding Judge

8th Hudyaka sa Brgy 17 activities slated

By MARK FRANCISCO

THE council of Barangay 17 in Cagayan de Oro City led by chairman Jerico Goldmar Ebabacol has outlined a number of activities for its yearly fiesta celebration.

The monthlong festivity, dubbed as the 8th Hudyaka sa Brgy 17, kicked off with the opening of the Barangay 17 food bazaar which will be held every Friday and Saturday of the month at the Zone 2 vacant lot.

On June 23, there will be a medical mission at the barangay multipurpose hall in the morning that will last until 3:00 p.m. By evening, there will be a dance competition back to back with the Hot Mama ng Brgy 17 talent night at the closed-off Abellanosa Street.

On June 24, four activi -

EXTRAJUDICIAL SETTLEMENT OF ESTATE

KNOW ALL MEN BY THESE PRESENTS:

That we, the HEIRS OF FELIMON TABURADA and FELICIDAD ARDON , namely:

TERESITA T. PATAGOC, Filipino, of legal age, widow and a resident of Barangay Maloro, Tangub City, Misamis Occidental; and ROGELIO A. TABURADA

Filipino, of legal age, married and a resident of Barangay Sta. Maria, Tangub City, Misamis Occidental;

NORMA T. ALIA , Filipino, of legal age, widow and a resident of Barangay Sta. Maria, Tangub City, Misamis Occidental;

CESAR A. TABURADA, Filipino, of legal age, married and a resident of Barangay Sta. Maria, Tangub City, Misamis Occidental;

ELSA A. TABURADA , Filipino, of legal age, single and a resident of Barangay Maloro, Tangub City, Misamis Occidental; respectively on our own volition, declare as follows:

WITNESSETH:

WHEREAS, that the abovenamed parties are the children and sole legal heirs of the late FELIMON TABURADA who died intestate on December 27, 1984 at Barangay Sta. Maria, Tangub City, Misamis Occidental (the “Deceased”) and FELICIDAD ARDON who died intestate on July 1, 2007 at Barangay Sta. Maria, Tangub City, Misamis Occidental (the “Deceased”);

WHEREAS, that the abovenamed Deceased died intestate, without any Last Will or Testament;

WHEREAS, that the deceased left the following property at the time of their death, to wit;

A parcel of land , known as Lot No. 325, Pls-250, situated in Racak Tiniguangan, Dimataling, Zamboanga del Sur. Bounded on the Ne., by Lot 324, Dimataling Pls-250 and Sambolawan bay and Lot 232, Dimataling Pls-250; on the SW., by Sambolawan bay. Containing an area of NINETY-EIGHT THOUSAND FIVE HUNDRED TWENTY-THREE (98, 523) sq. m., more or less. Registered under Original Certificate of Title No. P-1,863 in the Registry of Deeds for Dimataling, Zamboanga del Sur and covered by Tax Declaration No. 16-03-022-00010 in the Assessor’s Office of Dimataling, Zamboanga de Sur.”

NOW THEREFORE, PURSUANT

TO Sec. 1, Rule 74 of the Revised Rules of Court of the Philippines, and the parties herein being all of age, they have agreed to divide as they do hereby divide and adjudicated the real property above-described, in EQUAL HARE

That we execute this agreement freely and spontaneously without the intention of defrauding any party or parties, but solely for all legal intents and purposes this may serve us best.

Is the subject of EXTRAJUDICIAL SETTLEMENT OF ESTATE under the Notarial REGISTRY OF atty. JOEL

ALIMA , Notary Public per

No.

Page No. 16;

of 2023.

ties are slated: a presentation by the CDO Band followed by a magic show, an ML online game tournament and the reunion of Mga Batang Tulay, with Barangay 17 just adjacent to Marcos bridge in Cagayan de Oro City.

On June 25 will be the second night of the ML online game tournament along with the back to back comedy show of Team Hamloy and La Comediante.

On June 26 will be the grand parade, Gabi ng Parangal, the third night of the ML online game tournament, the Hot Mama of Brgy 17 grand coronation night and a fireworks display.

By June 27, there will be a Mass at 6:30 a.m. and in the afternoon will be the dress up your own trisikad, magic show, Disney parade, street foam party and the grand finals of the ML online game tournament at the corner of Burgos and del Pilar streets.

EXTRAJUDICIAL SETTLEMENT OF THE ESTATE OF THE LATE ABDULGANI R. MACONDARA and LATE WIFE FATIMA G. MACONDARA WITH DEED ABSOLUTE SALE OF REAL PROPERTY

Notice is hereby given that the intestate estate of the late ABDULGANI R. MACONDARA married to late H. FATIMA G. MACONDARA , who were died on Feb. 3, 2018 and Sept. 11, 2019 in Marawi City and Marawi City respectively. That at the time of their death, they left a parcel of land containing an area of FOURTY FOUR THOUSAND NINE HUNDRED FIFTY SEVEN (44,957) SQUARE METERS , more or less, situated at Barangay Raya, Guimba, Marawi City, Lanao del Sur, and covered by KATIBAYAN ORIHINAL NA TITULO Bld. P-1129 . Is the Subject of EXTRAJUDICIAL SETTLEMENT OF THE ESTATE OF THE LATE ABDULGANI R. MACONDARA and LATE WIFE FATIMA G. MACONDARA WITH DEED ABSOLUTE SALE OF REAL PROPERTY , executed and entered into by and between:

HEIRS OF THE LATE ABDULGANI

R. MACONDARA married to late

H. FATIMA G. MACONDARA are namely: ABON G. MACONDARA, OMAR G. MACONDARA, AYOBKHAN G. MACONDARA, ANISHA

G. MACONDARA , and HASSAN G. MACONDARA , all are of legal ages, Filipinos, married and residents of Barangay Guimba, Marawi City, Lanao del Sur, Philippines, by these presents, do hereby freely and voluntarily state and declare as follows. That we are the only heirs of the decedents entiled to succeed the above said estate, they being their surviving heirs. That for and in consideration of the agreed purchase price of ONE HUNDRED EIGHTY THOUSAND PESOS(180,000.00) , Philippine currency, WE ABON G. MACONDARA, OMAR G. MACONDARA, AYOBKHAN G. MACONDARA, ANISHA

G. MACONDARA , and HASSAN G. MACONDARA, hereinafter known as the VENDORS, said sum in hand paid by the VENDEES, ALEXANDRO N. GARANGAN and wife SAHRIA L. GARANGAN , both of legal ages, Filipinos, and a resident of #2, 6th Street, Doña Juana Subdivision, 542 Village, Palao, Iligan City, hereinafter referred to as the VENDEES, receipt of said sum in full is hereby acknowledge to the former’s satisfaction the VENDORS, do hereby these present SELL, CEDE, TRANSFER and CONVEY absolutely unto the said VENDEES, their heirs, and assigns that portion of the above-described real property containing an area of Five Thousand (5,000) SQUARE METERS, more or less. That the VENDEES agreed and voluntary acknowledged that the ONE THOUSAND NINE (1009) square meters more or less of the aforesaid described land portion, shall be return and owned by the VENDORS. Under the Notarial Registry of ATTY. MACACUNA B.

Office of the Municipal Civil Registrar MUNICIPALITY OF MAGSAYSAY Province of Davao del Sur

OFFICE OF THE MUNICIPAL CIVIL REGISTRAR

Publication Notice R.A. 9048

June 2, 2023

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production and marketing of muscovado, we are not only preserving a timehonored tradition but also seizing the opportunity to create economic growth and sustainable livelihoods for our community.”

Barrogo said the implementation of the muscovado production and marketing enterprise facility shows that the government continues to provide assistance to the proponent group.

“KSI, you have a huge exposure in terms of government assistance. Help us in making your members understand that the local government, together with the provincial government and the national government, does not neglect you. This time, it’s the government that will rely on you to help your members,” he told the beneficiaries. (PNA)

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feature live performances from talented musicians and disc jockeys, guaran -

NOTICE TO THE PUBLIC

CCE/CFN-0001-2023 R.A. 9048

In compliance with the publication requirement and pursuant to OCRG Memorandum Circular No. 2013-1 Guidelines in the Implementation of the Administrative Order No. 1, Series of 2012 (IRR on R.A. 9048), Notice is hereby served to the public that J ESSE JAMES C. CASIMERO has filed with this Office a petition for C HANGE OF FIRST NAME (CFN) from ROSALIA to ROSANITA in the Certificate of Live Birth of ROSALIA S. CASINERO who was born on January 30, 1971 at Home, Blocon, Magsaysay, Davao del Sur and whose parents are SALVADOR R. CASIMERO and NORMANITA E. SABALNESES

Any person adversely affected by said petition may file his written opposition with this Office not later than June 26, 2023.

(SGD) JONIEPEL BING N. AMBAYAN Municipal Civil Registrar

teeing a night of infectious rhythms and jubilant revelry,” Tanhueco said.

The grand finale of the Kananga Kaanyag Festival will take place on June 11th, showcasing the town’s vibrant traditions and exceptional talents.

In the grand float parade, adorned floats will be seen on the streets, accompanied by street dance performers. There is also a coronation of the Festival Queen.

The evening will culminate through grand ritual showdown, featuring traditional performances and cultural rituals.

For more information and updates on the Kananga Kaanyag Festival 2023, please visit the Kananga tourism page on Facebook.

Kananga is a 1st class town in Leyte province with a population of about 60,000. The bustling town near Ormoc City shares a home to Energy Development Corporation’s Tongonan geothermal power plant, one of the largest geothermal power plants in the country. (PNA)

Publication Notice R.A. 10172

MDN: Jun 8 & 15, 2023

REPUBLIC OF THE PHILIPPINES) CITY OF ____________________) S.S x-------------------------------------------------x

AFFIDAVIT OF SELF-ADJUDICATION

I, RAMIRO R. DIMAS , married, of legal age, Filipino and resident of Blk 6 Lot 1 Ruby St., Celina Homes I, Camarin, Caloocan City, after having been duly sworn to in accordance with law, depose and state;

1. That I am the Attorney-in-fact of EMETINA SAARENAS – DIMAS (a.k.a. Emeteria Cristina Saarenas – Dimas), of legal age, Filipino, married to Noel R. Dimas and a resident of 118 W. Oldis St., Rochelle Park, New Jersey, USA 07662, as evidenced by Special Power of Attorney, photocopy of which is hereto attached and marked as Annex “A” and made an integral part hereof;

2. That EMETINA SAARENAS – DIMAS (a.k.a. Emeteria Cristina Saarenas – Dimas ) is the only daughter of MARTIN W. SAARENAS and LEONCIA P. SAARENAS who died intestate, without any last will and testament, on November 2, 2011 and March 31, 1997, respectively, in New Jersey as evidenced by their Death Certificate issued by the State of New Jersey hereto attached as Annexes “B ” and “ C ” and made an integral part of this Affidavit;

3. That at the time of her parent’s death, they had no debts, liabilities or obligations to any persons, agency or institution;

4. That the only property they left is a parcel of land consisting of 2,042 square meters located in Brgy. Kauswagan, Cagayan De Oro more particularly described in TCT No. T-44982 hereto attached as Annex “D ” and made an integral part of this Affidavit;

5. That pursuant to Rule 74, Sec. 1 of the Rules of Court, she hereby adjudicates unto herself the above-described real estate by means of this Affidavit and hereby files the same with the Register of Deed of Cagayan De Oro with the request that the said adjudication be made effective without judicial proceeding as prescribed by the aforementioned provision of the rules of Court.

Republic of the Philippines

Province of Davao del Sur Municipality of MATANAO

OFFICE OF THE MUNICIPAL CIVIL REGISTRAR

NOTICE TO THE PUBLIC

Date: June 7, 2023 CCE-0009-2023 R.A. 10172

In compliance with the publication requirement and pursuant to OCRG Memorandum Circular No. 2013-1 Guidelines in the Implementation of the Administrative Order No. 1 Series of 2012 (IRR on R.A. 10172). Notice is hereby served to the public that HENDRISA VILLAR QUIAPO has filed with this Office, a petition for correction of entry in sex from “ MALE ” to “ FEMALE ” in the Certificate of Live Birth of HENDRISA ANGCOS VILLAR PADASAY who was born on NOVEMBER 12, 1964 at MATANAO, DAVAO DEL SUR and whose parents are SERGIO LIBRESA VILLAR and CORAZON TABAR ANGCOS

Any person adversely affected by said petition may file his written opposition with this Office.

(SGD) HELEN JAO-PANES Municipal Civil Registrar MDN: Jun 8 & 15, 2023

Educational technology

BY: EMMA A. ACAL, EDD Labinay National High School

Labinay, Ozamiz City

AS the workplace changes, so must education and training. Exciting experiments are under way. But are they enough?

As technology transforms the workplace, the need for innovation in learning and development is urgent. Seeking innovations in learning, we inhabitants of the Information Age reflexively turn our eyes to technology.

Rightly so, given the vast improvements technology has brought to our lives.

But an innovation is a different way of doing something that is also a better way of doing something. In education, an innovation is a deviation from the standard practice even equal or lesser amounts of time and resources. Innovation

does not always involve a mechanical, electronic or digital device.

To condense a few historical narratives, we may say that Benjamin Franklin discovered electricity. Thomas Edison invented the light bulb. John Travolta danced to innovative disco lights. Or more to our point, Alan Turing discovered computing. Steve Jobs invented the iPad. And educators made use of the iPad in blended learning. If proved more effective than the standard practice of teacher-directed, face to face instruction, blended learning is an innovation in learning. So any new device is really just an invention. The innovation is its successful use.

EBABACOL

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erful corporation that has transformed their native land into massive plantation. But such is just a “tip-of-theiceberg,” as the outpourings of the IP narratives manifest the truism how oppressed they are and are treated as just “disposable wastes.”

In Canada, no less than Pope Francis begged for apology “for the evil done by the Christians against the Canadian Indigenous People for the assimilation of the IP culture.” In Mindanao, the so-called Christians have already tortured and killed hundreds of IP leaders to instill fear as the enrichment of the Christians means the dispossession of the IPs of their native lands, yet, no apology has been done and such cruelty continues without let-up. Are we really a Christian country?

It seems Satan is winning! Let us stop the fallacies of religion in this country as religious groups seem to side with the oppressors.

The Philippine environment is a sad tale of ecological tragedy characterized by massive conspiracy perpetuated by interest groups with their cabal of vested interest who profits, who decides and who controls the resources.

Study the sad plight of the member-consumers of so-called Electric Cooperatives which carry “cooperative” as a nomenclature but have never adhered to the time-honored and universally accepted cooperative principles. It is about time to rectify a social flaw, to empower the thirteen million member-consumer-owners whose consolidated capital contributions have reached a gargantuan amount of some One trillion pesos but these capital shares are still to be recognized as such after all these years.

How about our ordinary consumers? How powerless they are as they are consuming what they are not producing! Yes, our country has become a dumping ground of finished products and cheap source of raw materials. It is a pity that everything sold in this country, from needle to tractor, passes at least five marketing layers so that a P0.35-medicine (Lipitor pill) bought in India is sold here at 85 a bag of ammonium sulfate bought in Ukraine at 50 is sold in Mindanao at 1,500.

all government authorities emanate from them.” Only then can they be unfettered from the vicious cycle of poverty and craft their own destiny. Gising na po!

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true, proudly waving the flag of Bangsamoro in a foreign land,” Mustapha Ala Jr., one of the Bangsamoro contingent who joined the delegation, was quoted as saying.

During the celebration, BARMM also showcased its unique indigenous and cultural products, providing an opportunity for attendees to explore and appreciate the vibrant arts and crafts of the region, an effort led by the Ministry of Trade, Investments and Tourism (MTIT-BARMM), according to Ameen Andrew Alonto, the information chief of the BARMM who joined the trip to New York.

Alonto said the BARMM hopes investors and entrepreneurs in New York to explore various sectors in the region and to learn about its investment prospects.

At the forum, BARMM personnel introduced valuable insights into the region’s economic landscape, potential partnerships, collaborations and celebration of the diversity and unity of the Filipino people, according MTIT-BARMM DirectorGeneral Rosslaini AlontoSinarimbo. (Ferdinandh Cabrera / MindaNews)

Veterans...

Districts. The city’s Public Safety and Security Office (formerly Public Safety and Security Command Center) posted at least eight streets suffering from knee-deep floods around midnight Monday until the wee hours of the morning of Tuesday.

Knee-deep floods were recorded in areas like Magsaysay, Lizada (near NCCC), JP Laurel, Sta. Ana, Mapa, Quirino, Gov. Duterte, and Camus Streets.

In the morning, MindaNews was able to record video of heavily flooded areas around Lanang and Mamay Road.

Portions of C.M. Recto, Roxas, C. Bangoy, and Palma Gil were also flooded, but the streets were passable during the heavy rains that started Monday night.

The PSSO advised residents to avoid the area through their Facebook Page.

The CDRRMO documented one family with seven members from New San Isidro, Barangay Buhangin Proper sought shelter at the barangay gymnasium as the water level in their house reached hip-deep, but expected to return to their when the water fully subsides.

Baloran said that one of the causes of flooding is clogged drainage and that his office is now coordinating with ASU to clear the waterways.

“Same problem as the previous years—clogged canals. Some of these waterways are silted while others are being clogged by waste materials,” he added.

Palau, Maldives, Malaysia, Pakistan, India, Bangladesh, Nepal, Vietnam, Tunisia and Thailand, making notable contributions to emergency medicine and trauma care.

Prior to his new appointment, Herbosa held a prominent position as a Professor at the College of Medicine at UP-Manila.

Herbosa previously served as undersecretary at the Department of Health from 2010 to 2015, contributing to various initiatives such as the Hospital Accreditation Commission, the modernization of the Philippine Orthopedics Center, and promoting public-private partnerships in Health.

From October 2017 to April 2021, Herbosa served as the executive vice president of the UP System.

He was also the chief of Division of Trauma at the Philippine General Hospital’s Department of Surgery; chairperson of the Board for Physicians for Peace Philippines; and 3rd Vice President of the UP Alumni Association.

his inspiring and dedicated leadership in the Defense Department. Thank you for your service, Sir!”Aguilar said. (PNA)

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practices, and develop a network of support within the local farming community.

As a graduate of FLS himself, Apayao Vice Governor Remy Albano urged ruminant farmers to take advantage of the program and apply it to improve their quality of life.

“After a period of seven months, let us help one another and share what we have learned to our constituents,” Albano said. (PNA)

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an internship with establishments for a maximum of three months with a stipend not less than 75 percent of the prevailing minimum wage in the locality.

of Panglao, while porcelain floor tiles provide a sleek and modern look.

Costa Mira Beachtown

Panglao also comes complete with exclusive amenities that residents can enjoy. Families can spend quality time at the adult & kiddie pools or kid’s playground. For those pursuing an active lifestyle, there’s a fitness gym and jogging paths as well. Meanwhile, the clubhouse and indoor & outdoor lounges provide spaces for social interactions or peaceful introspections.

Security is likewise highly valued at Costa Mira Beachtown Panglao, with 24/7 CCTV and a security/ guard house ensuring the residents’ peace of mind. The development is managed and maintained by Cebu Landmasters Property Management, or CLIPM.

How powerless our people have become, hardly benefitting from so called development, like sparrows picking on what have already passed the digestive system of “sacred cows!” Today, the people are serving notice to one and all that they have awakened. Enough is enough. They will not allow anymore poverty to reign in this beautiful, resource-rich but poverty-stricken country. They will now give credence to the constitutional mandate that “sovereignty resides in the people and

sonnel to buy PVB shares at P110/share at a minimum lot of 100 shares.

About P4.4 billion is targeted by Veterans Bank for its capital increase, PVB said funds from this endeavor would be used to further strengthen PVB’s core businesses and to enable expansions.

Veterans Bank until today stands as a very reliable banking institution with total assets of PHP 66B with P29.9B in excess liquidity as of March 2023.

Last year ( 2022), Veterans Bank reported a net income of P268M.

To learn more about the PVB Stock Subscription Offering, watch Renato Claravall (President & Acting CEO of Philippine Veterans Bank) live on Pugad Bloggers (June 6, Tuesday | 7PM to 8PM) hosted by Ms. Ethel Pineda.

You can listen via radio at DZRJ 810 AM, and read via their official FB and YT Page at DZRJ 810 AM - Radyo Bandido

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(ASU) and City Engineer’s Office (CEO) to undertake the reevaluation in the hopes of addressing the problem of flooding in different parts of the city.

The localized thunderstorm starting at 10:55 p.m. of Monday affected Tugbok, Poblacion, Agdao, Buhangin, and Bunawan

Baloran acknowledged that there is a need to address the problem immediately as the local authorities have noted that flooding is getting more severe.

“This needs immediate action. Let’s not wait for this problem to get worse. We are seeing that the flood is getting deeper already. Only minutes after a strong rain, we can see the adverse effect,” he said. (Antonio L. Colina IV, with reports from Yas D. Ocampo / MindaNews)

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this is crucial in the Department’s operations. With this transition, the DOH ensures that the healthcare services will remain unhampered,” the statement read.

Herbosa pledged to continuously usher universal health care by sustaining gains, strengthening health sector strategy interventions and introducing healthcare reforms.

Herbosa was the adviser of the National Task Force Against Covid-19 from 2020 to 2021 under the Duterte administration.

Herbosa holds a medical degree and has extensive experience in healthcare systems, public health and emergency medicine.

Herbosa served as a special adviser to the National Task Force Against Covid-19 and was also an international consultant in several countries, including

He also served on the Board of Directors for the World Association for Disaster and Emergency Medicine; medical consultant or adviser for the Australasian Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians in Melbourne, Australia; and as Regional Education Coordinator for the Hospital Preparedness and Emergencies (HOPE) Program at John Hopkins University Center for International Emergencies, Disasters and Refugee Studies.

He was also involved in the development of the STOP DEATH Program and a member of the Safe Surgery Saves Lives Global Task Force, which developed the WHO safe surgery checklist.

Herbosa served as a professor in Emergency Department at Hospital Universiti Kebangsaan in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia and at the National University of Malaysia.

He obtained his medical degree from UP-Manila and holds a bachelor’s degree in Biology from UP-Diliman.

Herbosa also obtained an International Diploma Course in Emergency and Crisis Management from the University of Geneva and Postgraduate Studies in Medicine from the Sackler Faculty of Medicine, Tel Aviv University. (PNA)

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professional competence and wealth of experience, highlighted by his previous assignment as the defense chief from 2007 to 2009, will help in furthering gains made in the defense and security of the country.

“The AFP also renders its snappiest salute to Senior Undersecretary Carlito Galvez Jr., the outgoing DND officer in charge, for

Based on the 2022 latest survey, the Philippine Statistics Authority said the unemployment rate in the Ilocos region is at 5.1 percent equivalent to 124,000 individuals, which is lower than the 137,000 unemployed in the same period of 2021.

Most of the unemployed were from the youth sector who wish to work but lack a sustainable platform to increase their employability.

In Ilocos Norte, employers of construction firms, business process outsourcing, and other emerging establishments have already expressed support to hire younger workers. (PNA)

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inspiring and relaxed life in Bohol.”

Costa Mira Beachtown Panglao figures as the second project under CLI’s beachtown residences, following the success of the Costa Mira Beachtown Mactan. The Cebu property was awarded the Best Waterfront Condo Development at the PropertyGuru Philippines Property Awards 2022.

With the launch of its third tower, the total unit inventory of Costa Mira Beachtown Panglao climbs to 1,056, spread across three categories. Studio units present a floor area from 22 sqm to 25.36 sqm with balcony. Meanwhile, 1-bedroom units offer 38.85 sqm to 45.88 sqm with balcony. Lastly, the floor area for 2-bedroom units stands at 51.40 sqm. Unit prices at Costa Mira Beachtown Panglao range from P2.8M to P8M.

Making each unit at this Bohol property special is the design inspiration that takes cues from the local culture. The masonry wall finish and ceilings are painted to reflect the relaxing beauty

CLI has more than 100 existing developments in 16 key cities in Visayas and Mindanao, with another P29.75 billion worth of projects in the pipeline. This year, the listed company will be celebrating its 20th year of providing quality homes to Filipino families in VisMin.

For more information about CLI and Costa Mira Beachtown Panglao, visit https://www.cebulandmasters.com/project/costa-mira-beachtown-panglao/.

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the lack of a national directive mandating government agencies with jurisdiction over critical infrastructure to promote information security, the poor awareness and adoption of minimum information security standards and the lack of clarity in institutional arrangements on cybersecurity.

To address these challenges, Secure Connections is urging the Office of the President to issue an executive order mandating information security standards for CIIs.

To address cyber threats on CIIs in the long-term, the group is pushing for the Critical Information Infrastructure Protection Act (CIIPA).

Five Senate bills and three House bills were already filed in the Congress on CIIPA. (PNA)

Deed of Extra-Judicial Settlement among Heirs of the Late Ermenia Edrote Abbu

KNOW ALL MEN BY THESE PRESENTS:

That the late ERMENIA EDROTE ABBU, who died intestate and without will on June 30, 2022, leaving a parcel of land with Transfer Certificate of Title No. 137-T-192877 , situated at Macasandig, Cagayan de Oro City, remaining area of Eight Hundred Fifty Eight (858) square meters more or less, and has been the subject of an Deed of Extra-Judicial Settlement among Heirs of the Late Ermenia Edrote Abbu, filed by the heirs of ERMENIA EDROTE ABBU, per DOC #05; PAGE #01; BOOK #46; Series of 2023 under the Notarial Registry of ATTY. ROLAND E. COLLADO MDN: May 25, Jun 1 & 8, 2023

Rotary Governor Go appoints Gurrea, Jr as Assistant Governor for Zone 1, RI District 3870

BY JOEL CALAMBA ESCOL, Managing Editor

CAGAYAN DE ORO CITY – Rotary International District

3870 Governor-elect Gilda

“Gigi” Go has appointed Roland Conrad C. Gurrea, Jr as new Assistant Governor for Zone 1 for RY 2023-2024.

“Meet ASSISTANT GOVERNOR ROLAND KONRAD C. GURREA JR. AG

Macky served as President for the Rotary Club of Kalayaan Cagayan de Oro in 2020. He is the Owner/Proprietor of RAMTRADE CONSTRUCTION AND SUPPLY. He will be serving as Assistant Governor for Zone 1, RI District 3870,” DGE Go said. She thanked the past president of the Rotary Club of Kalayaan, Cagayan de Oro. “Thank you AG Mack for accepting the appointment,” she adds.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

The Assistant Governor is an important role in Rotary and acts as a liaison between the district governor and the individual clubs within

the district. The primary responsibility of the Assistant Governor is to assist and support the clubs in achieving their goals and objectives while upholding the principles and values of Rotary.

One of the key duties of an Assistant Governor is to provide guidance and support to the clubs within their assigned area. This includes visiting each club at least twice a year, attending

club meetings and events, and providing feedback and advice on club activities and projects. The Assistant Governor also works closely with the club leadership to develop strategies and plans that will help the club grow and improve.

Another important responsibility of the Assistant Governor is to help the district governor with the implementation of district-wide programs and initiatives.

This includes organizing and promoting events and activities that are designed to support the Rotary Foundation, increase membership, and raise awareness about Rotary’s mission and values.

The Assistant Governor is also responsible for ensuring that the clubs within their area are following Rotary’s rules and regulations. This includes monitoring club finances, ensuring compliance with Rotary’s bylaws,

and addressing any issues or concerns that may arise.

In addition to these duties, the Assistant Governor also plays a key role in promoting Rotary’s mission and values to the wider community. This includes participating in community outreach initiatives, collaborating with other service organizations, and promoting the importance of ethical business practices and responsible citizenship.

Overall, the Assistant Governor is a vital member of the Rotary community who plays a crucial role in supporting and guiding clubs within the district. By working closely with club leadership and district officials, the Assistant Governor helps to ensure that Rotary’s mission and values are upheld and that the organization continues to make a positive impact in the world.

Globe Group shares story of purpose-led transformation in UN’s Vision 2045 documentary series

Reflecting its long-standing commitment to the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), the Globe Group is participating in the UN’s Vision 2045, a campaign that features documentary films about how businesses from around the world are taking collective action for a better global future.

In its documentary, the Globe Group’s senior leaders talk about the company’s purpose-led transformation – innovating with compassion, care, and kindness to deliver life-enabling services to Filipinos.

Globe Group President and CEO Ernest Cu looked back at how Globe transformed from telco to techco, turning the business around from a far-second player when he came in 2008 to an industry-leader and gamechanger. Behind this success is Globe’s mission to serve.

“Key to every telecom company is the quality of its network infrastructure. A good network spells a good service experience for our customers. We brought the

Filipino and introduced to the Filipino the concept of what a smartphone was. This brought about a new age of data, which in turn spelled partners and new life-changing experiences.

We then asked ourselves

‘what was next?’ We decided that we would become a purpose-led company,” said Cu.

Globe Chief Commercial Officer Issa GuevarraCabreira shared how Globe’s expansion is rooted in the company’s desire to help enrich and enable the digital life of its prepaid users, the bulk of Globe’s customer base, through greater access.

“Speaking to customers, I realized that prepaid users— the vast majority of

whom come from the lowest socio-economic brackets— had the same desire for innovation as everyone else and, arguably, an even greater need for digital enablement. Thus we began to explore how we could make it financially feasible for Filipinos to access the benefits of the internet,” Guevarra-Cabreira said.

Globe’s transformation was further accelerated by the pandemic, when many day-to-day transactions and activities swiftly shifted to online platforms. In the midst of the crisis, Globe’s platforms shone through as life savers. There’s GCash, the country’s #1 financial services app, which enabled convenient digital

payments, fund transfers, and even provided options for a savings account, investments and a credit line to those in need. KonsultaMD, the Globe Group’s telehealth app, meanwhile, provided accessible doctor consultations when Philippine hospitals and their personnel were stretched beyond capacity.

“We came into the pandemic as a company and came out as a group of companies. We are now shifting to become a digital solutions platform and have seen incredible success in bringing pioneering techenabled services that address Filipinos’ needs. Our goal is to continuously grow and fortify the Globe Group by providing more products and services that can address the daily struggles of Filipinos through digital solutions,” said Cu.

As it continues to grow, the Globe Group is on the constant lookout for startups from around the world with an aligned vision for the future and a mission to make positive change.

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