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MANILA — The Philippine peso fell a hair’s breadth from the 57-level to post a new all-time low amid a rallying U.S. dollar. The local unit closed at P56.999 against the greenback on Monday, September 5, surpassing the previous record-low of P56.77 posted on Friday, September 2. At one point during the trading day, the peso touched the P57-per-dollar level, the first time that the local currency sank to that territory based on a dataset that dates back to 2001.
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MANILA — The head of the Philippines’ Department of National Defense (DND) and his American counterpart reaffirmed commitments to the Mutual Defense Treaty of the two long-time allies. The commitment was made after Defense Senior Undersecretary Jose Faustino Jr. and US Secretary of Defense Lloyd Austin III
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“I would describe the trip as more productive than we had expected,” a beaming Marcos told journalists who covered his threeday foreign travel. “So far, so good,” he added. “The things that we planned to talk about with (Widodo) … and the subjects that we expected to be raised
and coal and fertilizer supply commitments from Indonesian businessmen as well as an assurance of enhanced economic and security cooperation from Indonesian President Joko Widodo, particularly in improving the country’s agriculture sector.
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‘PH should proceed with sea exploration without China’ (UNCLOS) categorically held that, “under international law, the West Philippine Sea, including Reed Bank, exclusively belongs to Filipinos, and no one else.” He stressed that under international law “Filipinos do not need China’s consent or permission to explore and develop the oil and gas in the West Philippine Sea.”
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The President noted that he was “obsessed” with the fact that the Philippines, an archipelago with one of the world’s longest coastlines, had to import galunggong (round scad), once known as the “poor man’s fish” for being inexpensive.
“There were other areas that we did not plan to talk about, but we ended up talking about,” noted the President.
“Generally, you don’t get to [that level] in a state visit,” he said. “Usually, you only talk at the ministerial level or discuss within the groups. But [Widodo] said, ‘Let’s skip that. Let’s go straight already. Let’s get something done.’”However, the president did not mention the case of Mary Jane Veloso, the convicted Filipino drug mule on death row in Indonesia since 2010. Last week, hopes of finally helping Veloso were raised by the statement from the Department of Foreign Affairs that the Filipino’s case would be part of the state visit’s agenda.
“The question, therefore, is: what is there to talk about, in terms of exploring and developing the natural resources in the West Philippine Sea, when it is clear that the West Philippine Sea exclusively belongs to Filipinos?” Del Rosario said in a Understatement.international law, China has zero claim on the West Philippine Sea, but Beijing continues to claim it by law and by force of arms. “Filipinos have every right to explore and develop the oil and gas in the West Philippine Sea, including Reed Bank, without interruption or harassment from other countries,” he added. Del Rosario, who led the country in bringing the case against China before an arbitration court, warned that negotiating with China for oil and gas exploration in the West Philippine Sea will diminish Philippine laws and rights, and that it is a crime of “Anytreason.talk by Philippine officials that will diminish our laws and the rights of Filipinos under the 2016 UNCLOS Award – would be treason in the highest order,” Del Rosario said. “Negotiating with China will diminish Philippines laws and the rights of Filipinos under the 2016 UNCLOS Award – would be treason in the highest order.” With the increasing energy prices, he said political will is needed to enforce the Philippines’ rights over the oil and gas in the West Philippine Sea, so that the country will be able to benefit from new energy sources. “The Philippines should proceed to explore and develop the oil and gas in the West Philippine Sea, despite threats and harassment from China,” Del Rosario said.
The chief executive’s bilateral meeting with Widodo, held at the Bogor Presidential Palace on Monday, September 5, “proceeded so quickly” that they were able to agree on establishing task forces to reach agreements “at the technical level.”
PAGE 1 DAY ONE IN SINGAPORE. President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. and first lady Liza Araneta-Marcos meet with officials of Temasek Foundation in Singapore on Tuesday afternoon, shortly upon arrival in the city-state following a two-day visit in Indonesia.
Fertilizer prices in the Philippines have more than doubled since last year due to a global tight supply, causing a decline in farmers’ production.
Agri support Another $822 million in investments were committed in textiles, garments, renewable energy, satellite gateway, wire global technology, and agrifood, as well as $662 million worth of coal and fertilizer supplies.
The president, who flew to Singapore before noon for the second leg of his foreign trip, said he also brought to Widodo’s attention the country’s need for coal, the major source of power in the Philippines.
The president, who was accompanied by first lady Liza Araneta-Marcos and their son Ilocos Norte Rep. Sandro Marcos, said he was optimistic that Filipinos would benefit from the agreements that his delegation secured during his trip. Marcos, also the concurrent agriculture secretary, said he sought his Indonesian counterpart’s assistance in providing urea fertilizers for Filipino farmers and in addressing the problems besetting the fishing industry in the Philippines.
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Among the Philippines’ economic sectors, agriculture has been the most beset by problems, ranging from shortages in rice, sugar, vegetables, and even salt, to declining livestock output — all of which had to be addressed by importation.
He also said that they spoke about the Regional Comprehensive Economic Partnership (RCEP), an international trade agreement involving the member states of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (Asean), China, South Korea, Japan, Australia, and New Zealand.
“I asked for help because they have a strong fisheries [industry]. So I said we can exchange delegations,” the chief executive said.
Both the Philippines and Indonesia have yet to ratify the free-trade deal, which some critics claimed would adversely impact the agriculture sector in Asean.
SEPTEMBER 9-15, 2022 • NEW YORK AND NEW JERSEY ASIAN JOURNAL http://www.asianjournal.com • (212) 655-54262 (were discussed). We even went beyond the planned“President(agenda).”Widodo’s ministers were very enthusiastic about the (business) prospects in the Philippines and they see many opportunities. So we will pursue that,” he noted.Marcos said he and his delegation, which included members of his economic team, had two separate meetings with Indonesian business groups on Monday, September 5. According to the president, the “most extensive subject matter” of the meetings centered on public-private partnership (PPP) projects, a policy that the late President Benigno Aquino III employed to entice investors to bankroll major infrastructure projects.Inasummary of the memorandums of agreement and letters of intent signed at the Jakarta Business Roundtable Meeting on Sept. 5, $7 billion was pledged in infrastructure for unsolicited PPPs such as a C-5 four-level elevated expressway.
According to the Philippine Chamber of Agriculture and Food Inc., for instance, the country imports a million tons or 93 percent of its salt needs from Australia and China, yet it has 36,000 kilometers of shoreline and needs only 6 percent of this to be self-sufficient.
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“We anticipate that these will generate at least 7,000 new jobs,” according to Press Secretary Trixie Cruz-Angeles.
“The Philippines’ ratification of RCEP … is going to be very high up on the order of business of the Senate after the (2023 national) budget is passed,” Marcos pointed out. g
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A depreciating peso is becoming a big headache for the Philippines, which is already reeling from imported inflation as the ongoing war in Ukraine pushes up global energy prices.
The Los Angeles County Department of Public Health is reminding everyone to take precautions to avoid heat-related illness. Extreme heat poses a substantial health risk, especially for young children, the elderly, people with chronic diseases, pregnant individuals, people with disabilities, and people who are socially isolated who may be especially sensitive to negative health impacts from extreme heat.
Department of National Defense OIC Usec. Jose Faustino Jr. File photo / DND Cooperation Agreement. “Secretary Austin expressed appreciation for Undersecretary Faustino’s support in advancing the bilateral defense cooperation between the Philippines and the US, particularly in spearheading the return of regular military exercises and laying the groundwork for responsive maritime security cooperation between the Philippines and the U.S.,” the agency further said.It can be recalled that some 8,900 Philippine and American military members had joined andalsoPhilippinesthe CoastAprilgames from Marchfor the Balikatan warforces28to8,2022.Some300personnelfromGuardoftheandtheUS willconductajointsearchrescueoperationonSeptember3,Saturday.
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Singapore’s Ministry of Health says 96 percent of the eligible population have been vaccinated against COVID-19, while 79 percent of their total population have already received booster shots. In contrast, only about 72.3 million Filipinos have been fully vaccinated against COVID-19, with more than 17.3 million receiving their first boost dose and more than 1.9 million having their second booster dose. (By Gabriel Pabico Lalu/Inquirer.net)
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“Gawa nga ng ‘front and center’ ang ating turismo sa pagbangon ng ekonomiya, this matter is being taken seriously,” she added.
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But Angeles also clarified that the Department of Health (DOH), being the country’s top health authority, will have a say in the decision on whether or not to drop the mask rule. She added that both DOH and DOT must arrive at a consensus before changes in the policy are“Themade.DOH will still have a major say in it. So kailangan magka-tugma ang DOH at ang ating DOT and other agencies bago tayo mag-revise ng ating mask policy,” she noted. Singapore has relaxed most of its outdoor and indoor mask requirements as the country sees its COVID-19 cases stabilize further. Currently, masks are only required in public transportation and high-risk settings like healthcare facilities.According to data from the citystate’s Ministry of Health as of Tuesday, September 6 only 241 individuals are currently hospitalized, with only 13 needing oxygen supplementation. In the last seven days, they have recorded 1,714 new cases. For the past 30 days, 73,843 have been infected with COVID-19, with 99.7 percent having mild or no symptoms at all.
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Here are simple steps but important steps to stay safe: Stay cool: Those lacking air conditioning should go to a cooling center, library or public place such as a shopping mall to cool off for a few hours each day. Electric fans may provide comfort, but when the temperature is in the high 90s, they will not prevent heatrelatedTakingillnesses.acool shower or bath or moving to an air-conditioned place is a much better way to cool off. Additionally cool compresses may provide relief. Use your stove and oven less to maintain a cooler temperature in your home.
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However, several health experts feel that it is not yet the proper time to enforce such policy in the Philippines, saying that it is very dangerous as it could lead to more cases given that not many have taken booster shots after their primary COVID-19 vaccines.
Liberally apply sunscreen (at least SPF 15) 15 minutes capability programs,” the DND said in a statement released on Friday, September“Secretary2.
The peso’s continued slump could add pressure to the BSP to keep up its hawkish stance to arrest the currency’s crash.
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So far, the dollar’s bullish run has been fueled by the U.S. Federal Reserve’s aggressive rate hikes that are meant to cool down red-hot inflation stateside.
Meanwhile, there’s a robust demand for dollars at home as economic recovery from the pandemic pushes up imports.
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There have been calls for similar policies to be instituted already in the Philippines. Last Sunday, September 4 Cebu Governor Gwen Garcia backed Cebu City Mayor Michael Rama’s position that wearing face masks should be ‘nonobligatory,’ citing the same policy that Singapore has enforced.
“Nag-presenta ang DOT na in certain states na nagluwag na tungkol sa face mask, tumataas ang tourism nila,” Angeles told reporters who are covering President Ferdinand Marcos Jr.’s state visit in Singapore, after being asked whether the Philippines has any plans to copy the maskless policy.
“The peso followed the movement of major currencies against the U.S. dollar, which hit another high today,” Domini Velasquez, chief economist at China Banking Corp., said in a commentary.“Thestrength of the U.S. economy and a hawkish Fed trying to slow inflation even at the brink of inducing a recession continues to dominate the movement in currencies globally. Even at this exchange rate, we see the peso possibly falling further especially if the U.S. Fed hikes by another 75 bps in its September meeting and if the Fed increases its terminal target rate, currently at 3.5%,” she added. (with Ramon Royandoyan) for the Congregation of the Evangelization of Peoples, said people tend to be afraid of losing the chance of missing the latest gossip and care less about the words of the“KapagLord. sinimulan mo ang kwentuhan sa tanong na ‘narinig mo na?’ Sigurado maraming lilingon sa iyo at interesadong malaman ang balitang dala mo. Ang hanap nga ng iba, ay hindi naman balita kundi chismis. Pagkaraka, ay ipapasa naman ito sa iba (If you initiate storytelling through the question ‘have you heard?’ for sure, many will turn their head to you, interested to know the news you bring. Others even don’t look for news, but gossip. Immediately, the gossip will be passed on to others),” Tagle said. He added that people should also listen to the calling of God to serve others, to be honest and to care for the needs of those who have less in life, especially in these trying times brought about by the COVID-19 pandemic. For the prelate, it is sad if the people will only open their ears to gossip and turn a blind eye to the Lord, as he prayed for the healing of those who ignore him. “Have you heard of God’s call on you? The call of service, honesty, justice, compassion? Have you heard others’ call for help? If these are the calls, are we interested?” he said in Filipino.“It’s unfortunate if our ears are open to gossip, but closed to the voice of God and of reason. O, God, heal our ignorance of your voice,” heTagleadded.recently made news around the world after London-based Catholic Herald reported that he is one of the two cardinals being chosen to replace Pope Francis, along with EstergonBudapest Archbishop Péter Cardinal Erdö of Hungary. g
Austin reiterated that the US commitment to the alliance remains ironclad,” the agency also said. The MDT, signed on August 30, 1951, states that both countries would support each other if an external party attacked the Philippines or the United States.Both officials also discussed the importance of deepening cooperation under the Enhanced Defense to adopt such measures to attract more visitors.According to Press Secretary Trixie Cruz-Angeles, the Department of Tourism (DOT) gave a presentation showing that tourist volume increased in countries with less restrictive mask policies, adding that the matter is seriously being taken into consideration by the government.
If spending time outdoors, avoid physical exertion or exercising outdoors during the hottest parts of the day to avoid overheating. Get medical attention if you experience a rapid, strong pulse, feel delirious, or have a body temperature above 102 degreesReduceFahrenheit.exposureto the sun from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. when UV rays are strongest and keep physical activities to a minimum during that time. Use cool compresses or misting.When working outside, drink plenty of fluids even if you are not thirsty and take rest breaks in the shade. Wear a wide-brimmed hat to cover the face and neck and wear loose-fitting clothing to keep cool and to protect your skin from the sun and mosquitoes.Wearsunglasses that provide 100 percent UVA and UVB protection. Chronic exposure to the sun can cause cataracts, which left untreated, can lead to blindness.
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FOR the third year in a row, the government has proposed a budget cut for the Philippine General Hospital (PGH), the nation’s second largest public hospital, in spite of the persistent COVID-19 pandemic and other public health threats. This is frankly unconscionable, and we join those in Congress and the dedicated but hardpressed workers of PGH itself who are calling for a budget increase, rather than more cuts. The budget for PGH in the 2023 national budget proposal delivered to Congress by Budget Secretary Amenah Pangandaman is P5.9 billion (not P5.4 billion as initially reported), which is a reduction of P400 million from this year’s P6.3 billion. This year’s budget in turn was a P600-million reduction from the P6.9 billion allotted to PGH in 2020. We find it terribly ironic that the Department of Budget and Management (DBM) would propose another budget reduction for PGH while at the same time, arguing to Congress that the 2023 budget proposal is in line with the Marcos administration’s “8-point economic agenda.” One of those points, according to the DBM’s own statement to Congress, “prioritizes protection of individuals, households and communities from the persisting effects of the pandemic, as well as future unprecedented catastrophes through the strengthening of social services and health care, as well as the safe resumption of face-to-face education.”InDBM’s defense, however, it should not bear all the blame for a lack of awareness and compassion for the needs of PGH to deliver badly needed health care services to poor Filipinos in Metro Manila and beyond. A substantial part of the disconnection from reality can be attributed to the administration of PGH itself. In a recent statement in response to a call from the All UP Workers Union-Manila/ PGH to double the hospital’s budget to P10 billion, PGH spokesman Dr. Jonas del Rosario informed the media that PGH Director Dr. Gerardo Legaspi also agreed that the proposed allocation is “more than enough” to fund the hospital’s programs. Del Rosario pointed out that PGH had actually asked for P6.1 billion in the 2023 Editorial ManilaTimes.net photo and balances to ensure that none of the three branches of government – the Executive, the Legislative and the Judicial – would be able to abuse its jurisdiction orApowers.very important constitutional body that can perform such checks and balances is the Commission on Appointments, which has the power to approve or reject the appointees or nominees of the president for certain positions in government. Composed of 25 members coming from the Senate and the House of Representatives, the CA conducts confirmation hearings to help determine whether a nominee or appointee is suitable for the position or has the capability to undertake the responsibilities required of him or her. In past confirmation hearings, especially during President Rodrigo Duterte’s term, a couple of appointees for Cabinet secretary were rejected outright by the CA. The process is similar to what they have here in the United States where every appointee or nominee for Cabinet-level positions and even the Supreme Court is grilled by the U.S. Senate, which can confirm or reject such nominees or appointees. This is known as the “Appointments Clause” that serves as an example of the underlying principle of checks and balances in the U.S. Constitution.LastWednesday, August 31, I went through the confirmation process conducted by the CA’s Committee on Foreign ONE of the critical aspects of a democracy like ours is the existence of checks PAGE 10 PAGE 10 Asian Journal Publications, Inc. (“AJPI”) reserves the right to refuse to publish, in its sole and absolute discretion, any advertising and advertorial material submitted for publication by client. (“Client’s Material”) Submission of an advertisement or advertorial to an AJPI sales representative does not constitute a commitment by AJPI to publish a Client’s Material. AJPI has the option to correctly classify any Client’s Material and to delete objectionable words or phrases.
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Marcos thanks Pinoys in Singapore for support in polls recorded (Your performance during elections is the highest recorded by the embassy) since overseas voting began in 2004. Muli, maraming salamat po (Again, thank you very much),” he said in his speech.He also joked about “campaigning” before Filipinos in Singapore now since he did not have the chance to do so during the campaign period. “Kahit na gusto namin kayong puntahan ay hindi pa kami pinapayagan. Pero ngayon, ito na ang ating pagkakataon. Kaya nga sabi ko dito sa halalan na ito, nabaliktad ang proseso. Nauna ang boto sa kampanya, nahuli yung kampanya. Pero since kampanya ito wag nyong kalimutan iboto ninyo Bongbong at Sara, ha (Even if we wanted to visit you, we were not allowed. But now is our chance. That’s why I said that this election process was inverted. Votes came first before the campaign, the campaign came after. But since this is my chance to campaign, don’t forget to vote for Bongbong and Sara),” he said. Ambassadors of the Philippines Meanwhile, Marcos praised Filipinos for making a good impression on Singaporeans due to their skills and hard work.“Kayo lahat ay ambassador ng Pilipinas at talaga sa pagka ambassador ninyo ng Pilipinas ay ginagawa ninyo at binibigyan ninyo ng dangal ang Pilipinas (You are all ambassadors of the Philippines and by being ambassadors of the MANILA — Of the nearly 50,000 Filipino children who contracted COVID-19, there were 1,342 fatalities, the Council for the Welfare of Children (CWC) reported on Monday, September 5. According to CWC Policy, Planning and Research Division head Normina Mojica, 48,411 children aged 19 and below tested positive for COVID-19 as of February 2021. Of these pediatric cases, 1,342 died. She added that out of the 48,411 pediatric COVID cases, about 40.2 percent are aged 15-20 years old, 23.8 percent belonged to the 10-14 years old, 17.4 percent are from 5 to 9 years old and 18.5 percent are from 4 years old and below. The official also noted that 31.4 percent, or one in three minors who contracted COVID-19, was living below the poverty line.“Filipino children are vulnerable to issues such as mortality, health, education, violence and abuse, forced labor,” Mojica said during the organizational meeting
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PRESIDENT Ferdinand “Bongbong” Marcos Jr. on Tuesday, September 6 thanked Filipinos in Singapore for their overwhelming support during the last May 9 national elections.Marcos won the vote of Filipino workers in Singapore with over 36,000 votes or three times more than his closest rival, former Vice President Leni Robredo. Speaking to about 1,500 Filipinos at the Ho Bee Auditorium of the National University of Singapore, Marcos said Filipinos in Singapore make the second highest voter turnout for overseas automated voting in the Asia Pacific and the third highest in the world.
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More than 150 troops from the Philippine Army’s 1st Brigade Combat Team, First Scout Ranger Regiment and Special Forces Regiment (Airborne) and their Australian counterparts trained alongside US Marine Corps at the Robertson Barracks and Mount Bundey Training Area in trilateral exercises that bolstered participating troops’ interoperability in a complex environment.
Around 2,200 Filipino and American servicemen trained side by side in last year’s iteration of joint training events, which focused on capability development of the 1st Brigade Combat Team, the Philippine Army’s primary combined arms and rapid deployment unit.
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Trinidad said Exercise Carabaroo is part of the Australian Army’s 1st Brigade’s Exercise Predator’s Run, a multinational training activity that simulates littoral combined arms maneuvers in a large-scale force-on-force environment.
As part of his promise to give Filipinos a better life, he also vowed to provide more opportunities in their home country.
Heat Cramps. Signs of heat cramps include muscle pains and spasms triggered by heavy activity. They usually involve the stomach muscles or the legs. If a person has heat cramps: Stop physical activity and move to a cool place.
“Being in another country far away from your loved ones is not easy pero matibay ang Pilipino (but Filipinos are strong). You can withstand hardships by wearing the most beautiful of smiles,” he said.
“Training has always been a vital tool for both the Philippine Army and the United States Army Pacific to enhance defense readiness and strengthen interoperability while simultaneously bolstering bilateral relationships,” Col. Emmanuel Cabasan, Philippine Army deputy assistant chief of staff for education and training, said in his welcome remarks during the opening of the planning sessions at the Conrad Hotel in Pasay City.
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Del Rosario urged President Marcos to find the political will and explore new energy sources to support the“Wecountry.hope to see this political will in the person of our new president, Ferdinand Marcos Jr., who promised our countrymen that he will protect our country’s sovereign rights as embodied in the 2016 UNCLOS Award,” heHesaid.noted that Filipinos have every right to explore and develop the oil and gas in the West Philippine Sea, including Reed Bank, without interruption or harassment from other countries.
Heat-related illness can be one or more of the following medical conditions including: heat rash, heat cramps, fainting, heat exhaustion, and heat stroke, which can lead to death. Warning signs of heat-related illness vary and may include heavy sweating, muscle cramps, weakness, headache, nausea or vomiting, paleness, tiredness, dizziness, or disorientation or confusion.
If you are on a low-salt diet, have diabetes, high blood pressure, or other chronic conditions, talk with your doctor before drinking a sports beverage or taking salt tablets. Keep your pets hydrated: provide plenty of fresh water for your pets and leave the water in a shady area.
He cited the examples of Indonesia and Malaysia for sending their drilling ships last year in their respective waters.“Despite warnings and harassment from China, our neighbors proceeded with, and completed their drilling,” Del Rosario said.
Stay away from very sugary or alcoholic drinks—these cause you to lose more body fluid. Also avoid very cold drinks because they can cause stomach cramps.
The legitimate pathway for Chinese participation in this endeavor, Del Rosario said, is for China to acknowledge that the natural resources of the West Philippine Sea belong to Filipinos, and allow Chinese companies to submit to Philippine laws in the exploration and development of natural resources in the West Philippine Sea. g Philippines you give the country honor),” he said.
The health and safety of staff and visitors at cooling centers is priority.
Public Health notes the following for cooling centers: Staff and visitors are instructed to stay home if they do not feel well. Any person reporting or exhibiting signs of illness is advised to seek appropriate medical care.
In 2021, Singapore was the second largest source of overseas Filipino remittances worldwide amounting to USD2.20 billion. should proceed... thanks...
Warning: If your doctor limits the amount you drink or has you on water pills, ask how much you should drink while the weather is hot.
Drink water or a sports drink. Wait for cramps to go away before you do any more physical activity. Get medical help right away if: cramps last longer than 1 hour; someone is on a low-sodium diet; or someone has heart problems.
TANGLED. A telecommunications worker checks the wires on a concrete post along Pedro Gil Street in Manila on Tuesday, Sept. 6. The so-called “spaghetti wires” are a mix of electrical and telecommunication wires that are abandoned, damaged, and in use. PNA photo
He promised to prioritize the welfare and protection of Filipinos in Singapore and their families through the grant of assistance, scholarships, and healthcare by its embassy there and concerned government agencies such as the Department of Migrant Workers. Marcos recognized how difficult it must have been for Filipinos to be away from their families, lauding them for keeping a positive attitude despite hardships.
before venturing outdoors and re-apply at least every two hours – sunscreen may reduce the risk of skin cancer, the number one cancer affecting Californians. Sunscreen may also prevent premature aging. Stay hydrated: Drink plenty of water or fluids and keep hydrated throughout the day. Drink more fluids, regardless of how active you are.
“Hanggang dumating ang araw na kumpleto na ang trabaho sa Pilipinas ay meron pa tayong pagkakataon na ipakita ang galing, husay, sipag at bait ng ating mga overseas workers (Until the time comes that we have enough jobs in the Philippines, we still have a chance to show the talent, skill, hard work and kindness of our overseas workers),” he added.
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It was held in parallel with Exercise Southern Tiger participated in by Australian and Malaysian troops and Exchange Program Kartikaburra participated in by Australian and Indonesian troops. (by Michael Punongbayan/Philstar.com)
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Meanwhile, Trinidad also announced that the Philippine Army and the Australian Defense Force has completed the month-long Exercise Carabaroo held in Darwin, Australia.
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“Malaysia and Indonesia, whose waters are also claimed by China, were able to assert their sovereign rights over their waters, without the benefit of an UNCLOS Award and a mutual defense treaty with the US, like the Philippines,” he said.
Trinidad explained that Salaknib is geared toward strength ening interoperability of both armies in a spectrum of mili taryHeoperations.alsonoted that the annual exercise also enhances the individual skills of troops and unit capabilities in a range of military operations in line with the command guidance of Army Commanding General Lt. Gen. Romeo Brawner Jr.
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MANILA — The Philippine and United States armies are now preparing for even bigger Salaknib joint military exercises on defense readiness and interoperability next year.Army spokesman Col. Xerxes Trinidad announced on Tuesday, September 6 that Philippine Army and U.S. Army Pacific (USARPAC) planners have started the weeklong planning conference for the 2023 iteration of the annual combined military exercise.
Check for Updates: Check your local news for weather forecasts, extreme heat alerts, and safety tips, and to learn about any cooling centers in your area. County and City partners have planned ways to safely operate cooling centers during times of high heat. Residents who do not have access to air conditioning are encouraged to take advantage of these free cooling centers. To find a location near you, visit https://ready.lacounty.gov/ heat/ or call 211.
Replace salt and minerals: heavy sweating removes salt and minerals from the body that need to be replaced. A sports drink can replace the salt and minerals you lose in sweat.
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The Philippine Army and the USARPAC will conduct Salaknib 2023 in two phases in various sites in Central and Northern Luzon, according to Trinidad.
There are an estimated 200,000 Filipinos living and working in OfSingapore.thisfigure, 58 percent of whom are registered as professionals and skilled workers, while 42 percent are employed as household service workers.
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Heat Exhaustion. Warning signs include heavy sweating, cramps, headache, nausea or vomiting, tiredness, weakness, dizziness, and fainting. If a person has heatMoveexhaustion:toacool place. Rest, lying down. Loosen clothes. Put cool, wet cloths on body (head, neck, armpits, and groin) or take a cool shower or bath. Sip cool, nonalcoholic beverages water. Get medical help right away if someone is throwing up; symptoms get worse; or symptoms last longer than 1 hour. Heat Stroke. Heat stroke is a medical emergency. Warning signs of heat stroke include red, hot, dry skin; very high body temperature; dizziness; nausea; confusion, strange behavior, or unconsciousness; rapid pulse or throbbing headache. If a person has heat stroke:Call9-1-1 right away. Move the person to a cooler or shady place.Help lower the person’s temperature with cool wet cloths on head, neck, armpits and groin or a cool bath. Do not give the person anything to drink.Public Health offers the additional recommendations during high temperature days: Cars get very hot inside, even if the windows are ‘cracked’ or open. NEVER leave an infant, child, or pet in a car – it can take as little as 10 minutes for the temperature inside a car to rise to levels that can kill. Call 911 if you see a child or pet in a car alone.
Check on family, friends and neighbors who are at risk for heat-related illness, like those who are sick or have chronic conditions, older adults, pregnant women, children, those who live alone, pets, and outdoor workers and athletes. Call 911 right away if you see these symptoms: high body temperature (103°F or higher), vomiting, dizziness, confusion, and hot, red, dry, or damp skin. Heat stroke is a medical emergency. If you are wearing a mask, avoid strenuous workouts wearing face coverings or masks not intended for athletic purposes. Visit your power company’s website or contact them by phone to determine if you are scheduled for a rolling power outage. Stay informed
environmental issues bigger than they are, children are adversely affected by poverty in many ways.”
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pursuing programs and projects that will address social inequities and further propel the country’s progress criminalsourforceshostage(d)“slowedtheDuterte-Carpiopost-pandemic,”added.Thevicepresidentsaidcountry’sgoalsmaybedown,helduporaltogetherbymotivatedtoderailprogressoffthetrack.”“Ourpolicyagainstandterrorists and those that support and espouse their ideologies of violence should be hardline. We should show no mercy to criminals and terrorists,” sheThesaid. only way the Philippines can recover and rebuild after the pandemic is to have security concerns resolved, Duterte-Carpio said.She expressed gratitude for the security sector’s
Vice President Sara Duterte Photo from Official Facebook page of Inday Sara
Vax counseling To encourage more parents to have their children vaccinated against COVID-19, the DOH on Monday, September 5 said it would adopt “vaccination counseling” in schools.
Show ‘no mercy’ to criminals and terrorists, says government caretaker Sara Duterte professionalism, integrity, commitment, and undying love of our country and the Filipino people. In his absence, the President designated Duterte-Carpio as the government’s caretaker or orderedinstrumentalitiesdepartments,outsidetimeactrequiresmattersifbehalftaskedthetheoperationsoverseeingofficer-in-charge,“day-to-dayintheOfficeofPresidentandoverseegeneraladministrationoftheExecutiveDepartment.”Duterte-CarpiowasalsotoactforandonofthePresident,necessary,“exceptonthattheConstitutionthePresidenttoinperson,duringthethatthePresidentistheRepublicofthePhilippines.”AllactsofDuterte-CarpioforandonMarcosunderthisordershallbedeemedpresidentialunlessdisapprovedbyMarcos.Allgovernmentagencies,andarethentoassisttheVicePresident.
The official cited data from the Pediatric Infectious Disease Society of the Philippines, which were based on the records of the Department of Health (DOH).After this period, DOH records no longer contained pediatric cases of COVID-19 but its accomplishments.vaccination
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“We are always in close coordination with the Department of Education (DepEd), and included in our strategies is encouraging parents to have their kids vaccinated, as well as teachers who remain unvaccinated,” said DOH officer-in-charge Maria Rosario Vergeire at a press conference.Shesaid that these counseling sessions can be conducted one on one, or local officials can take part in convincing parents so their children can get vaccinated. As to the resumption of face-to-face classes, Vergeire said that they’ve observed that situation in schools is “so far, so good” and that health protocols are being followed. She added that there are very minimal cases of children getting sick since in-person classes started.Earlier, the DOH said vaccination of students against COVID-19 will not take place inside classrooms and can be held anywhere in the school’s premises, with mobile vaccination also an option.“Vaccination will continue. The DOH together with DepEd is just clarifying that classrooms will only be used by the students for their classes,” Vergeire said. g
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MANILA — Vice President Sara Duterte-Carpio on Monday, September 5 said the government should show “no mercy” to criminals and terrorists as it aims to enhance coordination and cooperation on national security.Thatwas her directive during the sit-down meeting with the government’s security sector as the country’s caretaker while President Ferdinand “Bongbong” Marcos Jr. is out of the country for his inaugural state visits to Indonesia and Singapore. “Our objective was to strengthen existing coordination and enhance interagency cooperation on issues concerning our national security and the country’s development,” she“Assaid.the caretaker, may I reiterate the Marcos administration’s direction towards aggressively
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like Las Vegas, North Las Vegas, Pahrump, Boulder and Henderson, while still slightly in a seller’s market, have been on a downtrend. In Pahrump, which is located 67 miles west of Las Vegas, the MAI stood at 31 as of August 31, which is still just about in the seller’s market, and dropped by a point off the previous By REALTOR FELY QUITEVIS-BATEMAN REPORTS coming from major companies like First American Title and Old Republic Title indicate less action in the real estate market and more inventory coming into the market.According to the two companies’ reports, the market action index (MAI) in cities/towns month’s index. The median list price in Pahrump stood at $432,00, with the median price of new listings pegged at $387,000. The price per square foot stood at $218. On the average, properties stood in the market around 73 days, and inventory stood at a 7-day average of 236, a slight increase over the previous’ period’s average of 232. In Las Vegas, considered as one of the entertainment and gambling hotspots in the world, the MAI decreased by six points, from 44 to 38, in the September 1 report. While still slightly in seller’s market territory, there have been more homes available and less demand from buyers resulting in lower prices. The median list price of homes has gone down to $510,000, with the median price of new listings pegged at $475,000. Price per square foot is at $263. Properties on the market sat an average of 65 days, with the inventory having a 7-day average of 5,219 (as compared to 4,964 in the previous month).
The same story has unfolded in the North Las Vegas area. While still in a seller’s zone, the MAI has fallen about eight points month-to-month, from 51 to 43. According to the report, prices have plateaued for a while, with the median list price hovering around $448,495 and new listings having a median price of $429,950. Per square foot price is at $236, with inventory increasing to a 7-day average of 962, over the previous month’s average of 851. On average, PAGE 10
The graph above shows the real-time market profile from Old Republic Title company for Pahrump, NV as of August 31, 2022.
Market cooldown continues for real estate
The First American Title real-market profile graph for Henderson as of September 1, 2022. The graphs above shows the real-time market profiles for the Las Vegas (left) and North Las Vegas (right) areas from First American Title as of September 1, 2022.
Certainly, we need to know what are foremost in the minds of our legislators because we have to work with them in terms of how we can proceed with our relationship with major countries such as the UnitedQuestionsStates.regarding our relationship with China and the United States can become a contentious issue, with concerns that the tension between these two countries could escalate and result in an outbreak of hostilities. As I told the CA, I am convinced that the United States does not want to have that conflict, and neither does the Philippines and many other countries, including our ASEAN neighbors. We are working with our ASEAN colleagues here in Washington, D.C. to pressure, to a certain extent, these two major powers to ease up the tension and prevent a potential conflict. Clearly, our relationship with these two countries is very important, but at the end of the day, we must listen to the sentiments of the Filipino people. We have had a relationship with the United States for over 75 years, and more than 70 years with the Mutual Defense Treaty in place. Our people-to-people ties have been in existence for over a hundred years, and close to 90 percent of Filipinos consider the U.S. as the most trusted nation and still our number one ally. While we want to reach out to China, engage in economic activities and have a good relationship with them, it is evident that a big majority of Filipinos are angry with what our giant neighbor in Asia is doing, particularly in the West Philippine Sea. It is not surprising therefore that most Filipinos want to remain within the realm of our friendship with the United States. It is important for us to always look at everything based on what is best for our country. Our national interest comes first, and implicit in that is the need to feel the pulse of the people and listen to their sentiments, which President Marcos himself has emphasized on many occasions.AsIsaid during the hearing, you can’t have your cake and eat it, too, when it comes to relationships. There is no such thing as a free lunch.
Sometimes, we have to make a choice – one that is best for our nation, which is paramount. For me, that is the most important thing on my mind, and which is what I do here in Washington, D.C. Shortly after my confirmation hearing at the CA, I had a meeting with Assistant Secretary of State for East Asian and Pacific Affairs Daniel Kritenbrink. What he shared on Twitter summed up the attitude that the U.S. has towards the Philippines today – that our meeting reminded him of “just how fortunate the United States is to have friends, allies and partners like the Philippines.” (Philstar.com) The opinions, beliefs and viewpoints expressed by the author do not necessarily reflect the opinions, beliefs and viewpoints of the Asian Journal, its management, editorial board and staff. hearings are an...
A look at all the projects being planned in Las Vegas and neighboring communities shows continued interest in the area.
Market cooldown continues... businesses and fun seekers of every age and size, construction should be aplenty and jobs available in the coming years.
Realtor Fely Quitevis-Bateman helps those who need business financing, including loans for small businesses. For more information, call (702) 538-4948, or send email to fely@precious-properties.com or fely. precious@gmail.com.
PGH needs a budget... Confirmation
With tracts of land being sold in record prices and large companies committed to developing their own competing projects aimed at attracting tourists, travelers,
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Currently, inventory of homes has been increasing for Las Vegas and other neighborhoods. That bodes well for home buyers as they will have a number of choices to look at in their search for that dream house. Although still in a seller’s market, market conditions have dampened a bit – it has given buyers a little bit of wiggle room.
SEPTEMBER 9-15, 2022 • NEW YORK AND NEW JERSEY ASIAN JOURNAL http://www.asianjournal.com • (212) 655-542610 listings stayed in the market around 54 days.For Henderson, the MAI fell down to 37, from the previous month’s figure of 42. Similar to Las Vegas, the market has been in a cooling off period in the last several weeks, with more homes becoming available and less demand from buyers. The area is still slightly in a seller’s market. The median list price went down slightly to $598,000, with new listings having a median price of $574,950. Price per square foot is pegged at $280. Inventory in the area was at a 7-day average of 1,453, slightly up from last month’s average of 1,353. Finally, in the Boulder City area, there is a dip of 6 points in the MAI, from 36 to 30 month-to-month. The median list price is pegged at $699,000, with new listings having a median of $517,500. Inventory slightly increased to 71 (7-day average) in the area, with square footage price pegged at $318. Prices have remained relativelys table in the area, according to the reports, but it is likely that there will be downward pressure on home prices if the MAI continues to stumble and there’s a growth in inventory. As of now, the area’s MAI is almost at the border between seller’s and buyer’s markets, but still said to be slightly in seller’s market territory. Although the areas mentioned are still in said to be in seller’s market, the increase in inventory has allowed many buyers to find more properties to their liking and they are able to negotiate more with sellers, unlike last year and even early this year when some buyers had to be put on a waitlist just to take a look at a property.
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I was very pleased that the questions asked by the members coming from the majority and the minority both from the Senate and the House of Representatives – all sides of the political fence, so to speak – were very precise and incisive.
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For something as important as that – no problem at all. Apps like Zoom have become necessary for cases like mine where I am already in my host country, saving the government expenses for me having to travel to the Philippines and be physically present.
While the real estate market may adjust itself and correct itself a bit after a long period of uptick, history suggests that real estate is still a sound investment. One only has to look at price comparisons from a year ago, a decade ago, or even a couple or more decades ago to see that land and homes prices have risen on the average despite experiencing some periods of slump.Ihave been a realtor since 1988 and have seen how Las Vegas, Pahrump and other neighboring communities have grown through the years. Many of my clients who have invested in properties have seen their portfolio and wealth grow in time. Some have even taken advantage of market trends and have put their investments to good use via Airbnb, rentals and land banking.
Affairs chaired by Senator Jinggoy Estrada. I thank Senate President Migz Zubiri, who is also the chairman of the CA, for his kind consideration and concern that it was early morning in Washington, D.C. during my confirmation hearing, which I attended virtually.
These confirmation hearings are actually good for those of us who have to go through the process because we will have an idea about the kind of issues that our legislators are concerned with based on the questions they ask. I shared that my marching orders from President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. is to increase economic activities between the Philippines and the U.S. The pandemic has really upended the global economy and he believes that the U.S. can play a major role in our efforts to economically recover from the impact of the pandemic by having more investments come our way.
There are still opportunities for those who want to secure home or property in Pahrump, Las Vegas or other Nevada communities. I can help you, my kababayans, purchase your first home, or second home, or investment property and turn your dreams into reality. My company, Precious Properties, is a full-service company that has successfully helped its clientele find the best deals since 1988. You can reach me at 775-513-8447, 805-559-2476 and 702-538-4948 for more information, or send me an email at fely@ precious-properties.com or fely.precious@ gmail.com. We have investors who buy houses in California and Nevada for cash and quick escrow in as short as 7 days. (Advertising Supplement)
The real-time market profile graph from First American Title for Boulder City, NV is shown above. financial constraints. And while the staff of PGH does heroic work day in and day out to provide medical services despite the lack of resources, obviously the number of people they can help and the quality of care for those who they can serve have been severelyCagayandegraded.deOro Rep. Rufus Rodriguez expressed displeasure with the PGH’s reduced budget proposal in a hearing last week, which gives us hope that the responsible officials — either in the DBM, or in Congress, which exercises the power of the purse for the government — will come to their senses. “We should be increasing the budgetary allocations of state universities and colleges, which are the poor student’s schools of choice, and government hospitals, which are the pauper’s go-to health facilities, instead of reducing their funds,” Rodriguez said, also referring to the reduced budget for PGH’s mother institution, the University of the Philippines.Thelegislature has some power to correct the budget, but it would be better if the DBM follows Rodriguez’s recommendation, and submits an erratum to that effect to Congress. After all, it would be in keeping with President Marcos’ expressed ambition to expand and improve public health services in the country; if cuts need to be made to compensate, there are surely many far less critical areas of the budget where the money could be found. (ManilaTimes.net)
However, real estate prices in the state are still at lower levels when compared to some areas in the country, which is why more and more people are looking at living in Nevada due to more reasonable home and land Unemploymentprices. has also been trending downward in the state, which may mean more money or income for people to put into a home if they intend to purchase one.
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• Raquel of San Diego is asking if she can petition her cousin in the Philippines as her caregiver.
LEADING U.S. Immigration Atty. Michael J. Gurfinkel visited San Diego, where he answered questions of Kapamilya from the “America’s Finest City” and neighboring areas. In Part 1 of “Your Tanong, My Sagot,” viewers will hear answers to the following immigration concerns:•Kathy, of Mira Mesa, wants to know if a person can visit the U.S. even if they are under petition.
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• Edith is waiting for her green card through her U.S. citizen daughter. Her other daughter who is 15 years old, is in the U.S. on a tourist visa extension. Edith wants to know how her 15-year-old daughter can stay in the U.S. with her.
Atty. Gurfinkel answers immigration questions from Kapamilya in San Diego on part 1 of Citizen Pinoy’s ‘Your Tanong, My Sagot’ ‘YOUR TANONG, MY SAGOT’ IN SAN DIEGO, PART 1. Leading U.S. Immigration Atty. Michael J. Gurfinkel answers immigration questions from Kapamilya in San Diego, in Part 1 of Citizen Pinoy’s “Your Tanong, My Sagot.” Some of the questions Atty. Gurfinkel answers are – From Jefferson and Virginia: Virginia petitioned his son, Jefferson, as single but he got married. Is there a way to revive Mommy Virginia’s petition?; From Kathy of Mira Mesa: Can a person visit the U.S. as a tourist if they are under petition?; From Edith of National City: I am waiting for my green card through another daughter’s petition. My 15-year-old daughter is in the U.S. on a tourist visa extension. Is there a way my 15-year-old can stay in the U.S. with me? The Cruz family: Grandpa Lando, Dad Allan, and grandson Chean drop by to visit Atty. Gurfinkel who worked on their case and successfully reunited the family. Watch Part 1 of “Your Tanong, My Sagot” in San Diego on an encore episode of “Citizen Pinoy” on Sunday, September 11 at 6:30 PM PT (9:30 PM ET) through select Cable/Satellite providers, right after TV Patrol (AdvertisingLinggo.Supplement)
* * Chinese authorities have locked down Chengdu, a southwestern city with 21 million people, because of a surge in COVID-19, according to the Associated Press. Around 70 percent of the flights to and from that city have been suspended. Those with special needs (negative test) are allowed to leave the city. If China had locked down Wuhan City when the novel coronavirus was first detected there on December 8, 2019, this catastrophic pandemic that devastated the economies of 230 nations and areas around the globe (more than 610 million COVID-19 cases and greater than 6.5 million deaths worldwide; almost 97 million cases in the U.S., with higher than 1 million deaths; and, more than 3.9 million cases in the Philippines and greater than 62,000 deaths) could have been avoided. It could have been contained and kept within Wuhan, preventing COVID-19 from spreading to other parts of China and to various nations around the globe.
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National Artist Alice Reyes still keeps an eye on dance talents “When I was still with Ballet Philippines, Nelson (as she fondly calls Ronelson), was one of my associate directors so I’ve seen his talent. He also worked in a premiere dance company in Taiwan and he came back around 2017. You know dancers go back and forth. If you ask what dancing means to me, I can say that it’s reinvigorating,” said Alice, who will turn 80 next month. With the support of Margie Moran Floirendo, Tats Manahan and concerned dance patrons, ARDP has been granted opportunities by the CCP to be part of its educational and production projects, including holding dance workshops wherein dancers earned by holding
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Although she has already hung up her dancing shoes, Alice never fails to keep an eye on the dancers who are all driven into creating jawdropping dance routines as well as adding flavor to classical dance pieces. Alice teaches every dance step to perfection with ARDP artistic director Ronelson Yadao. Thus, it’s not surprising to see them tirelessly rehearsing their dance routines for eight hours, from Tuesday to Saturday, inside Bulwagang Francisca Reyes-Aquino of the Cultural Center of the Philippines (CCP). Alice is all praises for Ronelson who, according to her, has tremendous vision and direction for ARDP. His years of experience in the art form can’t simply be ignored.
The Cruz family is one of the success stories featured on Citizen Pinoy. Photo above shows (from left) grandson Chean, dad Allan, and petitioner Grandpa Orlando, with leading U.S. Immigration Attorney Michael J. Gurfinkel. Virginia. However, he got married. Jefferson now asks if there is a way to revive his mother’s petition. Atty. Gurfinkel also gets a surprise visit from the Cruz family. It was nearly 10 years ago when Atty. Gurfinkel helped the grandfather, Lando Cruz, after the U.S. Embassy in Manila denied his son Allan’s visa because of a misunderstanding. The Law Offices of Michael Gurfinkel were able to help bring Allan and his son, Chean, to the U.S. It was a memorable success story featured on Citizen Pinoy. Atty. Gurfinkel answers these questions in Part 1 of “Your Tanong, My Sagot,” with Kapamilya from San Diego and adjacent areas. PAGE 11
From left: Edith, Jefferson and his mother, Virginia, and Kathy. Their questions will be answered on this episode of Citizen Pinoy.
* * The U.S. FDA has cleared the first redesigned COVID vaccines since they came out in late 2020. This reformulated bivalent vaccine booster targets Omicron (BA.4, BA.5) subvariants, the current predominant viruses. The Pfizer-made version is for persons as young as 12, and the Moderna vaccine for 18 and older. These improved vaccines may be given also to those who had booster shots
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THANKS to a beautiful conversation with National Artist for Dance Alice Reyes. The purpose of forming a new dance company called Alice Reyes Dance Philippines (ARDP), comprised of ballet dancers, who all strive to share the gift of dance to audiences in different venues around the country, has become clearer. “It’s a very nice dance company,” said Alice of ARDP, which was formed in June, 2020. “We have young dancers and then, we have mature professionals. Maganda ang balance. I think the words that can best describe them are professional and passionate.”
* * California legislators are considering a bill aimed at disciplining physicians who disseminate false information or misinform people about COVID-19 infection, vaccines, etc. While other nations have criminalized towe,that’ssentencetheypotentiallyeveryonemisinformednotpeople,mediumonCOVID-19distancing,aboutpoliticians,lawyers,misinformation,spreadingcertaindiscriminatoryphysiciansthanspreadpromotestoscientificweakvaccines,disinformationmisinformation/aboutthetheU.S.hasbeeninfightingthiswithdata,leadingvaccinehesitancythatinfection,theofthevirus,andmoreamilliondeaths.Butwhyzeroinononly?Isn’tthisagainstaprofession?Anyonefakenews,doctorsororengineers,ororlaypeople,thevaccines,masking,andtreatmentof(orotherillnesses)socialmediaoronanycouldequallykillandthevictimslessdeadthanthosebyphysicians.Thelawshouldincludeguiltyofthisdeadlycrime.Ifwanttometeaharshertoguiltyphysicians,finewithme,becausephysicians,tookanoathprotectthehealthand
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A new study showed that music therapy may improve social interactions between individuals with dementia and their caregivers, family included. It also reduces strain and distress on the part of the caregivers, whose job is tough, sometimes abused by their patients who are no longer mentally alert. Some patients with dementia/ Alzheimer’s may be belligerent, confrontational, or physically abusive, not conscious of what they are doing. Hopefully, more progress in conquering dementia peeks on the horizon.
her environment, the pain and hardship are graver for those family members and caregivers. Taking care of these unfortunate persons is much more complex and difficult than taking care of babies and Personally,infants.ifI develop severe Alzheimer’s, I would rather go fast to save my family and friends from long-term suffering and heartaches. But I am optimistic science will discover effective preventive measures and a miracle cure for this debilitating and devastating illness.
SEPTEMBER 9-15, 2022 • NEW YORK AND NEW JERSEY ASIAN JOURNAL http://www.asianjournal.com • (212) 655-542612 as long as the last shot was at least 2 months ago. Remember, refusing the vaccines and waiting for COVID-19 infection to acquire immunity is dangerous. A significant number of people doing this have died, like the five talk show hosts in the U.S. who at the last minute changed their no-vax advocacy to “hurry-and-getyour-shots,” and sincerely apologized before they died. Their misinformation had, obviously, led to countless (possibly in the millions) infections and deaths. Also, natural immunity from infection is less stable, less reliable, and not as effective as immunity conferred by the vaccines.Worldwide, 12.6 billion doses of the COVID-19 vaccines have been administered safely, 610 million of those in the United States. Almost 8.5 million doses a day are being given globally and it would take another 9 months to achieve around 75 percent vaccination rate, to usher in “normalcy.” If the more than 50 million unvaccinated people in the United States get their shots now, the COVID-19 pandemic would be contained sooner. This is actually in their hands. That’s why I said in a previous column that our best weapons to defeat COVID-19 are wisdom, love of our fellowmen and compassion, besides the vaccines, hygiene, masking, distancing, and avoiding crowds.The theimpairedolder.percentinhadamongyears.expectedworldwideaboutsinceiswithhowaarecomingseeispeoplegovernment475aroundinfectionswelcomereformulatednewly-announcedshotsaremostsinceCOVID-19stillaverages90,000infectionsanddeathseveryday.TheiswarningthewhothinkCOVID-19gonethatthecountrycould100millioncasesinthefallandwinter.Ifwehavingnearly500deathsdaynow,youcanimaginemanylivescouldbelost100millioncases.Lifeprecious.Letusprotectit,wehavenospare.***Dementiaaffected35.6millionpeoplein2010,andistodoubleevery20Around6.2millionage65andolderhaveAlzheimer’sdementia2021,andseventy-fiveamongage75orWhileaseverelymemoryrenderspersonunawareofhis/
THE average life expectancy in the United States “dropped for a second straight year from 2020 to 2021, with the COVID-19 pandemic once again playing an outsize role in the decline,” according to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. This has been the lowest since 1996, dropping from 77.0 years to 76.1. The U.S. had the largest drop since World War II, with a fall from 78.8 years in 2019 to 77 in 2020, and now down to 76.1. That’s a 2.7-year drop from 3 years ago! On the other hand, the life expectancy in The Philippines is 71.41 years in 2021, a surprising increase of 0.18 percent from 2020.
ATASHA Muhlach, daughter of celebrity couple Aga Muhlach and Charlene Gonzalez, was invited as Philippine representative at Le Bal des Debutantes, an annual event attended by prominent personalities from different countries.
With co-stars Susan Sarandon, Emma Milani, Kevin Cahoon, Adam Croasdell and Callum Kerr in their filming location in Atlanta.
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ACTOR Zeppi Borromeo is a big fan of Christopher Reeve’s “Superman,” particularly while growing up and seeing the film. But Borromeo is an even bigger fan of villains in superhero movies.“Ang weird is I lean more on contravidas. Kahit GI Joe, mas nagugustuhan
* * * Philip S. Chua, MD, FACS, FPCS, a Cardiac Surgeon Emeritus based in Northwest Indiana and Las Vegas, Nevada, is an international medical lecturer/author, Health Advocate, newspaper columnist, and Chairman of the Filipino United Network-USA, a 501(c)3 humanitarian foundation in the United States. Websites: FUN8888.com, Today.SPSAtoday.com, and philipSchua.com; Email: scalpelpen@gmail.com.
“So happy and grateful to be given the opportunity to take part representing the Philippines in le Bal des débutantes in Paris 2022 November, to raise funds for Necker enfants Malades hospital in association for the cardiology research for fetus to adult,” she said.
Atasha announced her attendance at the ball while showing herself donning a green off-shoulder cropped top paired with a green skirt for a shoot for Tatler Philippines, via her Instagram page on Saturday, Sept 3.
“There were days on the set (when I would ask myself) na tama ba ako yung pinili, kaya ko ba ‘to? Ano ba ang pwede ko pang ibigay? But during the last day on set, after my last shot, they said, congratulations Iñigo, you are wrapped for Season 1. I was like, nagawa ko yun? Natapos ko yun? Sobrang natuwa ako kasi yung takot na andun sa simula, I was able to overcome it. And I didn’t notice na nagawa ko na pala, natapos ko. I would say, I owned it,” said Iñigo. What also gave him confidence was the support of his father, Piolo, from Day 1. g (ng isang) galing talaga sa PilipinasBesides.” the character being specifically Filipino, Iñigo said it also hit close to home because of some parallelisms between his reel and real-life persona.Acebelongs to a Texasbased showbiz dynasty, the Romans, also touted as the Iñigo with Oscar-winning actress Susan Sarandon who plays his grandmother, the country music queen Dottie Roman, in the series.
And when I learned that (Ace) was adopted from the Philippines, I was happy because I would love to portray my own country in my first (U.S.) project. Of course, I somehow was able to give my own inputs kung ano ang dapat kung maramdaman, ano ang dapat na experience
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“It’s such an honor for Atasha to be part of such a philanthropic project like [le Bal] which aims to raise funds and helps support charities that uplift and help the youth and women,’” Gonzalez stated.
Gonzalez, for her part, expressed gratitude to those who gave Atasha the opportunity to be part of the event, as per the actress-beauty queen’s Instagram page, also on Saturday, Sept 3.
Atasha chosen as PH representative to Paris debutante ball
Atasha Muhlach Photo from Instagram/@atashamuhlach_ ko ‘yung kontabida because ‘yung uniqueness nila, ‘yung hitsura nila na hindi plain,” he said during the grand mediacon for “Mars Ravelo’s Darna: The Series” last month. “It is a challenge na ganoon ang hitsura nila.” (What is weird is I lean more towards antagonists. Even in “G.I. Joe,” I like the villains more because PAGE 15 IÑIGO Pascual is definitely living his Hollywood dream. One year after the actorsinger got cast in the American television series Monarch, he is now about to see the fruit of his labor come to life on screen. The multigenerational musicaldrama about a family hailed as country music’s royalty premieres on Sept. 11 on Fox. What makes Monarch even more noteworthy is that Iñigo plays a Filipino main character, not an “ethnically ambiguous” role that is often the“Mycase.character is Ace, he is adopted from the Philippines. When I learned about that, I was happy because I was still representing the Philippines,” he told The Star and other media during an intimate roundtable interview on Friday, September 2 before flying back to the U.S. He further said, “I was happy because when I auditioned, my character’s ethnicity wasn’t specified.
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Iñigo hopes Hollywood role creates more opportunities for Pinoy actors my character because of my experience, coming into the Hollywood scene, parang ganun din pinagdadaanan ni Ace. He wants to fit into his family na kumakanta. Mga artista ang mga family members niya. Because he’s adopted, his struggles (include) saan ba ako lulugar sa pamilyang ito?” Iñigo said. “He’s very nice, he’s the favorite apo of his lolo and lola niya. He also sings. But he’s also struggling with (his choices). Like, what will he choose? His heart or what his family says about the image of the family in the public eye?”For his portrayal, Iñigo was given mentors on set: A dialect coach as he had to learn that southern drawl of an accent; an intimacy coach for his scenes with Ana Phoenix, who plays his girlfriend in the series; as well as stunt coach, especially for scenes where he had seizures. And he certainly felt like a Hollywood star with his personal trailer on set. He recalled that the moment he saw it, he cried. Despite being in Philippine showbiz since his teens, the 24-year-old admitted that being transported to the filming location in Atlanta and taking on his first-ever Hollywood project brought out a lot of self-doubt.
The actor-singer with his onscreen family — Ava Grace and Anna Friel (right) as his mom Nicky Roman. Photos from Instagram/@ “First Family of Country Music.” According to the synopsis, Ace’s grandparents are Dottie Roman and Albie Roman, played by Oscarwinning actress Susan Sarandon and real-life country music star Trace Adkins. Ace’s mom is Nicky Roman (Pushing Daisies star Anna Friel), who is determined to safeguard and carry on the family legacy while securing her own stardom. The official trailer teases about who will be the rightful heir to the family legacy, and Iñigo’s role appears to be in line as well to inherit the throne. As everyone knows, Iñigo is the son of one of the country’s biggest stars, Piolo Pascual. So, he knows the feeling of someone trying to find his own space in a world where a family member has dominated or continues to dominate.“Icanvery much relate to safety of our patients. Any physician who commits a crime is a disgrace to the medical profession. But a law must be just and fair for all. All others committing the same crime should also be commensurately punished and not be exempt from justice, and go free, simply because they are not physicians.
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The said ball, which will be held in Paris, is both a fashion and charity ball where 20 young ladies are invited to be dressed by couture houses and introduced to the society, as per the event’s official website.
Jillian Ward Actress Heart Evangelista Photo from Instagram/@iamhearte
By JAN MILO SEVERO Philstar.com
The afternoon block on local television is typically reserved for loud, overwrought melodramas. “Abot Kamay,” however, will set a different tone with its understated inspirational themes. “Afternoons are usually for loud genres, but this one is inspirational. Our dramatic scenes aren’t all out. I hope this works,” LA said.Unlike his “Prima Donnas” costars Sofia Pablo and Althea Ablan — who are headed down the love team route — Jillian seems to be taking a different path. “I started out as a child actress, and I’m used to character
Also known as “DonBelle,” the pair also co-starred in “Love Is Color Blind” and will release an upcoming film, “An Inconvenient Love,” which will mark Star Cinema’s theatrical comeback this year.
“He’s Into Her” star Belle Mariano Photo from Instagram/@belle_mariano
Belle for winning the ‘OUTSTANDING ASIAN STAR’ in the Seoul International Drama Awards,” Rise Artists said. “Rise Fam is very proud of you!” Belle’s victory comes after the back-toback wins of Kapuso stars Alden Richards and Dingdong Dantes in 2019 and 2020, respectively.Marianowill be joining the other honorees in a formal awarding in Seoul, South Korea, to be broadcast live on KBS 2TV on September 22.Belle and her “He’s Into Her” co-star Donny Pangilinan were both nominated individually for the Outstanding Asian Star cup.
by DENI ROSE M. AFINIDAD-BERNARDO Philstar.com
Sir Richard and I observed a live brain surgery with the production staff. I really learned a lot from that experience,” she related.
Belle is rst Filipina to win at Seoul International Drama Awards
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execute on local television: every detail is scrutinized, and inaccurate portrayals of medical procedures or protocols become fodder for memes on social media. And “Abot Kamay’s” director, LA Madridejos, was fully aware of this it,”correcting,sawsatisfiedtheOKImewastechnicalofalsowell.”‘Let’sLAfeltoperatingincludingneededforI’mforeignofgetMedical“It’schallenge.challenging.scenesoftenbashed,regardlesswhetherit’salocalorshow.That’swhythankfultothenetworkgivingusthetimewetoshootthescenes,theonesintheroom.Weneverthatwehadtorush,”said.“Ourmindsetwas,dothisandfinishthisAnactualneurosurgeonsupervisedthefilmingscenesthatinvolvedelements.“Thereaneurosurgeonbehindwhogivesfeedback.wouldaskhim,‘Doc,ba?’Wewouldretakescenesuntilhewaswiththem.IfheanythingthatneededhewouldcorrectLArelated.
end of the day, I’m still very grateful and as long as there’s life, there’s hope,” she added. Heart said that she’s searching for happiness right now.
As such, this show, Jillian, said may be the most challenging role she has ever accepted. “I felt a bit nervous. I always asked if what I was doing was right, if I was doing something wrong,” she said, adding that delivering medical terms while acting out emotionally charged interactions tested her mettle as an actress.
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“I have to memorize all sorts of medical or technical terms. We did a scene set in an emergency room where I had to give directions on what medicine to give and what to do with the patient. It was a fast-paced scene, so I really had to know the medical terms—all while giving the right emotions and minding my blocking,” she “Butsaid.I’m super excited,” the Kapuso star added. “Not only is the show challenging, but I also get to work with veteran actors who are all very good at what they do. I’m thankful for the opportunity.”
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“I’m not going to deny, I’ve been going through some personal struggles like I feel a lot of pressure in my life, and basically now, I’m really in a search of just being happy,” she “It’ssaid. about the simplest things in life that are very important and that really makes a person happy — that’s where I’m at now. I feel like at the end of the day, it’s really your inner strength and you being independent about what you want to do in life and not rely on anyone that matters,” she Speculationsadded. about their rumored break up began when social media users noticed that Heart changed her name on Instagram, removing Escudero as her surname.
Difficult genre Medical drama is one of the most difficult genres to
WHEN she was 5 years old, Jillian Ward dreamed about becoming an actor, singer and doctor. At 17, she has already achieved the first two. Working as a medical professional seems unlikely at the moment, but at the very least, she gets to portray one in the new afternoon drama series, “Abot Kamay na Pangarap.” “I remember my parents asking me what I wanted to be when I grew up, and I would tell them, ‘Artist, singer and doctor’—those three things, really. But now, because of my current character, I’m like, ‘It must be hard being a doctor.’ Playing one is challenging enough. What more being an actual part of the medical field?” she said in a recent virtual conference for the said GMA 7 Premieringshow.on Sept. 5, “Abot Kamay” is a “heartwarming” drama about illiterate single mother Lyneth (Carmina Villarroel), who will do everything to raise her intellectually gifted daughter Analyn (Jillian), who would later on become the Philippines’ youngest neurosurgeon. Richard Yap plays Robert, a passionate doctor who, unknown to Analyn, is her father. As part of her preparation, Jillian watched medical dramas like “The Good Doctor,” and underwent hospital immersion with the creative team. “We toured a hospital.
KAPUSO actress Heart Evangelista admitted that she’s going through a rough patch right now after rumors circulated that she and husband Chiz Escudero have broken up. In her latest vlog on her YouTube channel, Heart said that she’s still grateful and hoping that all will be well soon. “I’ve always been such a happy person and I’ve always been somebody who just goes against the tides and just let the waves crash on me. I’m not going to lie — I’ve been going through a lot of personal stuff in my mind,” she “Butsaid. you know, at the
Challenging role in medical drama series a ful llment of Jillian’s dream Heart drops ‘Escudero,’ admits ‘personal struggles’ amid split rumors with Chiz
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‘Yun ‘yung lagi kong naririnig sa mga tao sa paligid ko. I always hear that I’m the bravest person that they know,” she replied. Apart from this revelation, Janella and Bernadette also talked about motherhood and the actress’ hit portrayal of Valentina/Regina in the nightly drama, “Darna.” g
“The show is more about Analyn’s profession and her relationship with her mother.”“There are different kinds of love,” LA added.
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roles… I have never really had a steady love team,” she pointedDoesout.she prefer that to being part of a love team?
“Pa’no ba? I don’t want it to sound bad kasi pero I can rely on myself, na hindi ko kailangang humingi ng tulong sa iba. I like being independent. Siguro kasi I saw my mom growing up kung papano siya. She was able to raise us on our own. So, siguro na-embody ko rin kung paano siya. I wanted to be independent as well,” she explained.
“There’s love born out of shared duties and responsibilities; love between a mother and child. It doesn’t try to oversell the concept of love where two people need to end up together… There’s also the importance of family.”Theshow also highlights the value of family in one’s journey toward achieving his or her goals. “No matter your profession, your loved ones and the people who support you play a big role in your success,” Jillian said.Can she say that she has already achieved her dreams at this point in her career? “Yes, but I dream nonstop. Once I have ticked off items from my bucket list, I make another list of things I want to achieve in the next five or 10 years,” she said. g of their uniqueness, the way they look which is not plain. It is a challenge to look like a villain.)
candle.“Happy 11th anniversary to the best fandom anyone could ever ask for! Thank you for the 11 wonderful years, KathNiels,” she said. “Growing up with you is something that we’ll cherish forever, and reminiscing all the memories we’ve shared will always bring a smile to our “Stillfaces.”can’t believe how far we’ve come! We’ll work hard to continue making you proud,” Bernardo vowed. “Maraming salamat. Mahal namin kayo!” (Thank you so much. We love you!) Bernardo and Padilla first worked together in the 2011 youth-oriented series “Growing Up.” They then starred in the TV shows “Princess and I,” “Pangako Sa’Yo,” “La Luna Sangre” and the ongoing romanticdrama series “2 Good 2 Be True.”The two also celebrated their 10th anniversary as a couple last May by going on a trip to Thailand. g
(For you to correct your mistakes. For you to realize your shortcomings before. And when you have the power to bring back time, you will have the power to shape the future.)
Like a captain of a ship, Alice knows that ARDP must adjust to the everchanging waters, all the while maintaining open communication with her entire crew. From the very start, they are aware of the need to create programming that is young, edgy and hip to make the art form appealing to the young crowd. “We can invite them to come and watch the performances. We have something (to offer) for the young like Mamang Kutsero So, we’re actively working with the MET (Metropolitan Theater) because it is located around the university belt and by performing at the MET, it’s easy for the students to go there.”By the way, Mamang Kutsero, according to Ronelson, is a solo dance, choreographed by Edna Vida that “we are recreating for the show that we are preparing for September.”Aliceadded that they’ve been presenting their list of programs in their invitation letter to schools as well as to city mayors offering 50 percent discount on tickets. “Meron na taga Las Pinas, they bought a whole show so they can bring students. We’re also planning to write to mayors of San Juan, Pasig, Pampanga, Bulacan and other places. But we’re not sure yet if schools now are (holding) face-to-face classes regularly.”Ronelson said they are now busy prepping up for the 2022 CCP Dance Series that boasts a lineup of timeless classics and new choreographic gems, featuring ARDP and the artists of CCP’s Professional Artists Support Program (PASP).
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“I just accept what’s given to me. I trust the network and its decisions. Now I think they prefer I do solo projects. Besides, my character Analyn is so busy as a doctor and has no time for a love life,” she quipped.
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“DARNA” star Janella Salvador said being a “single mom” was the latest of her life’s hard-earned battles during her interview with “TV Patrol” news presenter Bernadette Sembrano on the latter’sSembranovlog. was making a vlog for her YouTube channel that featured Janella as their newscast’s guest Star Patroller or news presenter for the show’s entertainment segment. Janella was asked what was the most recent “battle” she fought for. “Being a single mom! Talagang ilalaban ko ‘yun. At the end of the day, alam kong kaya ko naman siya,” she replied. Janella gave birth to her son Jude on October 20, 2020. On January 5, 2021, she and her boyfriend, actor Markus
The actress is the son of actress Jenine Desiderio and singer, band vocalist Juan MiguelSembranoSalvador. then asked Janella to describe“Strong.herself.
National Artist for Dance Alice Reyes (who turns 80 next month): ‘If you ask what dancing means to me, I can say that it’s reinvigorating.’ Philstar.com photo Zeppie BorromeoPhoto from Instagram/@zeppi_borromeoKathrynBernardo
But if there is a super power that he wants to possess, it would be the power to bring back time.
“Para maitama ang mga mali. Para mapunan mo ang mga pagkukulang mo before. At kung may power ka to bring back time, magkakaroon ka ng power to shape the future,” he explained.
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video live streamed lectures and workshops during the height of the pandemic lockdown.Rubylee Gomez, one of the dancers, shared that their online lectures also resulted in having dance collaborations with different dancers from across the country.
‘Still can’t believe how far we’ve come’
“You know, things seem to have a way of falling into place. Before Chris Millado retired (as artistic director of the CCP), I requested him to take time and watch the group kasi ang gandaganda ng bagong piyesa na ginawa namin as a result of a grant from NCCA (National Commission for Culture and the Arts). So, he went down here (rehearsal hall) at nung nakita n’ya, sabi n’ya, ‘Oh my God, I will offer this group in Zamboanga del Norte because they’re looking for a piece.’ They want to make Dapitan in Zamboanga del Norte a hub for heritage and culture. He told Lana Jalosjos, ‘You got to see this because when you see this, you’ll bring them to Dapitan.’”
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“Lana came and true enough, when she saw the group performing the Visayan Suite, we went to Dapitan and launched the company. I think this can very well explain why there is a need for another (dance) company.”
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KATHRYN Bernardo has nothing but gratitude to KathNiel fans who have been supportive of her and boyfriend Daniel Padilla’s love team for 11 long years now.The couple celebrated 11 years of being onscreen partners with a cake designed with the actors’ animated characters, as seen on Bernardo’s Instagram page on Sunday, Sept. 4. Padilla’s version of “Growing Old With You” was playing in the background when the couple made a wish and blew the cake’s
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