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E-PRESYO A LAM mo bang pwede mo ng ikumpara ang presyo ng mga pangunahing bilihin sa E-Presyo ng Department of Trade and Industry 0 DTI nang walang kapagod-pagod?

Sa pamamagitan ng E-Presyo maaari nang i-check ng consumers sa internet ang Suggested Retail Prices (SRP) ng mga pangunahing produkto na itinitinda sa pangunahing palengke at groceries na matatagpuan sa pangunahing lugar sa 4 na lalawigan at rehiyon.

Kailangan lang ng internet connections, computer o mobile phones, makikita ninyo na ang mga presyo ng pangunahing bilihin na minomonitor ng DTI ayon kay Atty. Rolando Lay-at, Chief of Consumer Protection Division, DTI Regional Office.

Sa pamamagitan ng E-Presyo, maikukumpara ng consumers ang mga presyo

at makikita rito ang mga establisimento na nag-aalok ng mababang presyo at maibudget ng mabuti ang inyong pinaghirapang pera.

Ang E-Presyo ay maaaring i-access sa pamamagitan ng mobile application na nakadownload na sa Google Playstore para sa Android users. Ang IOS-compatible application ay susunod na.

“While for computer and laptop internet access, consumers may log on to www.epresyo.dti.gov.ph (E-Presyo).”

Hinihikayat ng DTI Region 1 ang consumers na i-report ang anumang pagmamalabis sa

presyo o unscrupulous activities na kanilang mae- encounter.

Ang isang establisimento na nagbebenta ng higit pa sa itinalagang presyo o mahigit sa 10% ng actuwal na SRP ay maaaring parusahan.

Kabilang sa pangunahing bilihin kasama sa E-Presyo monitoring ay : bottled water, canned goods (corned beef, beef and meat loaf, sardines), bread, instant noodles, kape at ilang construction materials.

Samantala, upang matiyak ang maayos na implementasyon ng programa, lahat nang Consumer Protection Division staff mula sa rehiyon ay sumailalim sa 2-araw na training sa OPMS at Rosales, Pangasinan.

Ayon kay Regional Director Florante O. Leal na ang E-Presyo Program ng DTI ay makapagkokontribute sa maayos at mabilis na collection ng data.

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Nasaan ang libo-libong users at pushers na sumuko?

ARITO tayo ngayon sa henerasyon at panahon na mas marami ang nag-iisip ng problema kaysa nag-iisip kung ano ang solusyon.

MEGA DRUG REHAB CENTER UMAALOG SA 127 PASYENTE

BULABUGIN NATIN

Lahat ba ng mga problemang susulpot diyan sa MDATRC, ipapasa muna nila kay Pangulong Digong bago sila mag-isip ng resolusyon?

NI JERRY YAP Nasaan na ‘yung mga taga-DOH at DDB na laging pinadadalo sa kung anoPara sa mga reaksiyon, suhestiyon, reklamo anong seminar at studies sa ibang bansa at sumbong, magtext sa 0927.590.9127 o mag-email sa jerryap888@yahoo.com. kaugnay ng illegal drug abuse?!

Nang simulan ni Pangulong Bakit hindi sila ilagay diyan sa Rodrigo “Digong” Duterte ang MDATRC? kanyang giyera kontra ilegal na droga, Si Pangulong Digong na naman ba ang mag-iisip kung paano marami ang nagtanong, saan dadalhin ang mga sumukong drug users at drug addicts gayong kulang na kulang umano sa drug rehabilitation reresolbahin ang problemang ‘yan?!

Kaya mo ba talaga ang trabaho diyan sa MDATRC, Secretary facilities ang gobyerno.

Nagkaroon ng solusyon si Pangulong Digong nang ipatayo ang Ubial?

Aba, magdeklara ka nang maaga habang may pondo pa. Baka Mega Drug Abuse Treatment and Rehabilitation Center (MDATRC) sa Fort Magsaysay, Nueva Ecija sa tulong ng isang Chinese philantropist. naman itaas mo ang iyong kamay kapag wala nang pondo saka ka Pero hindi talaga nawawalan ng pintas o puna ang ayaw maniwala sa sisigaw ng “Suko na ako!”

Remember, Madam Secretary, ‘centerpiece’ program ni programa ng Pangulo na itutumba ang sindikato ng ilegal na droga sa bansa.

Bago tanggalin ni Pangulong Digong ang Oplan Tokhang sa Pangulong Digong ‘yan.

Uulitin ko lang po, Madam Secretary, kaya mo ba ang trabaho kamay ng Philippine National Police (PNP) at National Bureau of Investigation (NBI) marami nang nagrereklamo sa ginagawang pang- riyan sa MDATRC o hindi?! aabuso ng ibang galamay ng pulisya.

HAPPY VALENTINE’S Anila ang mga pumapatay sa pinaghihinalaang mga adik at tulak ng ilegal na droga ay mga galamay ng sindikato.

SA INYONG LAHAT! Sa kabuuang bilang umabot na sa 1,189,462 ang sumuko batay sa Ngayong araw, lamigan po ninyo ang inyong mga ulo, dahil tiyak, ulat ng Rappler. Ang mga adik na sumuko ay umabot na 1,110,113 grabe ang magiging traffic lalo sa Metro Manila. habang ang mga tulak ay 79,349.

‘Yung mga kapos ang budget, huwag na huwag magso-short time Dahil hindi kasing-bilis ni Digong mag-isip at kumilos ang kanyang sa Maynila dahil BAWAL daw.

Kaya umiba kayo ng mga lugar ninyo. mga Gabinete, heto na naman Malamang ganoon din sa mga mga lugar na dinarayo for a dinner date. ang bagong problema sa operasyon ng MDATRC sa ilalim ng Mas mainam siguro kung mag-stroll na lang ang mga lovers para Department of Health (DoH) na pinamumunuan ni Secretary Paulyn mabawasan din ang mga sasakyan sa kalsada.

Jean Rosell-Ubial.

Anyway, ano man ang gusto ninyong paraan ng pagdiriwang ng Halos 127 pasyente pa lang mula sa Bulacan at Nueva Ecija ang ginagamot at inaalagan nila sa MDATRC na ang sabi ay may kapasidad puso, be safe and be happy!

Happy Valentine’s po sa inyong lahat! na 10,000 pasyente.

Nagbukas ang MDATRC noong 30 Nobyembre 2016. Pero SECRETARY JESUS DUREZA hanggang ngayon 127 pa lang ang mga sumasailalim sa rehabilitasyon.

Inamin ni Secretary Ubial na sila man ay “caught flat-footed, AT SECRETARY BEBOT BELLO unprepared and surprised” dahil sa bilis ng operasyon at sa dami ng SA KAPIHAN SA MANILA BAY sumukong adik at tulak. Pero itinuturing niyang ang drug epidemic sa Bukas, muling uusok ang talakayan tungkol sa ibinasurang bansa ay isang “health problem.” usapang pangkapayapaan ng Government of the Republic of the Sabi nga niya, “Abusers are mental health patients who need to Philippines (GRP) at National Democratic Front of the Philippines (be) cured.” sa nangungunang news forum na Kapihan sa Manila Bay sa Café ‘E ‘yun naman pala, e bakit hindi bilisan ng DoH ang pagpoproseso Adriatico, Malate, Manila. para mailagay na riyan sa MDATRC ang mga sumukong adik at tulak!?

Magiging panauhin bilang tagapagsalita sina Presidential Adviser ‘Yung sinasabing bilyon-bilyong pondo, bakit hindi gamitin para on the Peace Process Jesus Dureza at Labor Secretary Silvestre kumuha ng mga doktor, nurses, psychologists, social workers at therapists?! “Bebot” Bello III.

NAGTAYO ng malalaking puso sa daraanan papasok ng Luneta Park sa Maynila ang mga tauhan ng National Parks Development Committee bilang palamuti sa pagdiriwang ng Valentine’s Day ngayon na inaasahang dadagsain ng couples at magkakapamilya.

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Commissioner Nicanor Faeldon and Deputy Commissioner for RCMG Natalio Ecarma awarded the plaque of recognition to Special Agent 1 Reden Tortoles of Team ESS for winning the Championship of the Standard Division (Aggregate) of the Bureau of Customs Anniversary Shoot held at the Villamor Air Base shooting range. DEXTER GATOC

DOLE: Benepisyo sa SSS, Philhealth, at Pag-Ibig, ipatupad MULING nagpaalala ang Department of Labor and Employment sa mga employer na tuwirang ipatupad ang pagbibigay ng benepisyo sa kanilang mga manggagawa sa pamamagitan ng pag-enroll sa kanilang mga empleyado sa SSS, Philhealth, at Pag-Ibig at pagremit ng kanilang kontribusyon sa nasabing social benefits.

Ang paalala ay kasunod ng samu’tsaring mga reklamong natatanggap ng DOLE kaugnay ng hindi pagsunod ng mga employer sa nasabing panuntunan nitong mga nakaraang buwan.

Ayon kay Labor Secretary Silvestre H. Bello III, ang DOLE ay may mandato na sigurihin na lahat ng kumpanya at employer ay mahigpit na sumusunod sa pagbibigay ng mga tinatawag na labor laws-mandated social benefits sa mga manggagawa.

“Isa lamang ito sa paraan upang tiyakin na nababantayan at napoprotektahan ang karapatan ng mga manggagawa. Ito rin ang legal at moral na responsibilidad ng mga employer sa kanilang mga tauhan,” wika ni Bello.

Dagdag pa niya, ang DOLE ay nakikipag-ugnayan na rin sa SSS, Philhealth, at Pag-Ibig, upang mabantayan ang iba’t ibang kumpanya at establisyimento sa kanilang pagsunod sa general labor standards.

Lumalabas naman sa ulat ng Bureau of Working Conditions (BWC) na may 44,524 establisyimento ang na-monitor noong 2015, at 86.24% ang nakasunod sa SSS contribution at remittance requirements. Noong nakaraang taon naman ay tumaas ito sa 60,376, ngunit bumagsak ang compliance rate nito sa 84.69% porsiyento.

Sa Labor Laws Compliance System na pinamamahalaan ng BWC ay nakapagtala rin ng 84.20 porsiyentong compliance rate para sa Pag-Ibig noong 2015. Sa nasabing datos rin ay bumagsak ang compliance rate sa 83.14 porsiyento noong nakaraang taon.

Para naman sa Philhealth compliance, ang 44,524 na sakop na establisyimento noong 2015 ay nakapagtala ng 85.94 porsiyentong compliance, habang ang 60,376 na establisyimento naman noong 2016 ay nakapagtala rin ng mababang compliance rate na 83.14 porsiyento.

Sinabi ni Bello na ang DOLE ay nakatatanggap ng maraming reklamo mula sa mga manggagawa hinggil sa hindi pagsunod ng kanilang mga employer sa pag-reremit ng kanilang kontribusyon sa SSS, Philhealth, at Pag-Ibig na nagreresulta sa pagkakadeny nila sa mga loan applications.

Ang ganitong mga sitwasyon ang nag-uudyok sa labor department upang palakasin pa ang koordinasyon nito sa mga nasabing ahesya at palakasin ang pagpapalawig ng information sharing at data monitoring ng pag-remit ng kontribusyon ng mga employer. #PAUL ANG

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The last ‘magnificent’ gunfighter

ERTAIN towns and cities abroad are resorting to an iron-fisted policy to rid their streets of motor vehicles and the deadly pollution they bring, not to mention the horrendous daily traffic jams caused, in order to improve the quality of life of residents.

Barcelona - which is Spain’s secondlargest population center as well as a noted tourism, culture and sports hub that draws an estimated 8 million tourists annually – is one such place now using an out-of-the-box approach to address the deleterious effects of this urban blight.

(The Japan International Cooperation Agency has estimated that Metro Manila’s traffic gridlock is presently costing the Philippine economy some P2.4 billion daily, and could reach P6 billion per day in 2030 if it isn’t addressed.)

Starting last September, according to an article that appeared in The New York Times, Barcelona officials have created a system of “superblocks” all throughout the city to severely limit the movement of cars so as to reduce traffic and air pollution, use public space more efficiently and make neighborhoods more pleasant to all concerned.

They said that the general idea is to “win back the streets for the people.”

In doing so, the superblocks were placed on top of the existing grid, each

********** one consisting of as many Veteran Hollywood actor as nine contiguous blocks, Robert Vaughn, 83, was which have resulted in several reported to have passed away streets and intersections late last year after a bout with being transformed into leukemia. plazas, playgrounds and Those of you already gardens. awake in the ‘60s will best The NYT said the strategy remember Vaughn, who has propelled Barcelona, started off studying to be a a city better known for its journalist in Minneapolis, as soccer team, to the forefront the man who put on the map of urban transportation the TV show The Man From experimentation and U.N.C.L.E. attracted the interest of other LOUIE LOGARTA Vaughn, who had cities paralyzed by gridlock. previously gained The plan won’t totally recognition in 1959 when ban all vehicles. What happens is that cars, buses and he was honored with Oscar and Golden commercial vehicles are redirected Globe nominations for his work in the to streets along the perimeter of each legal drama The Young Philadelphians superblock, though residents will still alongside Paul Newman, sashayed into allowed to drive their cars within the living rooms of literally hundreds at greatly reduced speeds and park of millions of television viewers (and in designated areas. Deliveries are international stardom) in the role of suave secret agent Napoleon Solo permitted at less congested hours.

However this is easier said than done. together with sidekick Ilya Kuryakin And here in Manila – where the MMDA who was played by Scotsman David cannot even get rid of the thousands of McCallum.

I myself wish to remember Vaughn number-coding violators and colorum buses that clog EDSA on a daily basis as the last surviving link to the gang of - this is but a pipe dream due to the hardy gunslingers, led by Oscar best actor numerous business and political interests Yul Brynner, in the monster 1960 hit The Magnificent Seven, which was based on at play.

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Cayetano sa CPP-NDF: ‘Wag nating sayangin ang pagkakataon sa pagpapabago’ UMAPILA ang isang solon sa liderato ng CPP-NDF na sumama na sa “peaceful revolution” at manindigan laban kontra droga alang-alang sa mga Pilipino.

Aniya, pinakamagandang pagkakataon para sa makahulugang pagbababago ang Duterte administration at mapayapang rebolusyon.

“The CPP-NDF group should understand and give more since the administration has met them more than halfway already,” paliwanag ni Sen. Alan Peter Cayetano.

Tinukoy nito ang paghahangad ng administrasyon ng pagbabago upang maresolba ang problema ng di pagkakasundo at kahirapan sa bansa , pagbubukas sa mga posisyon ng gabinete at lahat ng linya ng komunikasyon at dialogo sa mga kaliwa.

Umaasa si Cayetano na ang peace negotiations sa pagitan ng gobyerno at communist rebels ay masisimulan bagama’t ipinag-utos ng Pangulong Rodrigo Duterte ang kanselasyon ng panilang pag-uusap.

“The government’s peace talks with the communists or the left collapsed. But we are all hoping it is not permanent,” pahayag ng senador sa isang press briefing kasama ang Philippine-American press sa New York City noong Huwebes. (PH time).

Magugunita na inanunsiyo ni Duterte ang suspensiyon ng peace negotiations, dahil maraming sundalo ang namatay sa

kabila ng unilateral ceasefire sa pagitan ng gobyerno at communist group.

Nauunawaan aniya niya na kailangang manindigan ang Pangulo sa isyu, pero babalik ang dalawa para muling pagusapan ang isyu ng pangkapayapaan.

“Quoting Former Israeli President Shimon Peres, in peace negotiations, if you give too much, you lose your base. If you give too little, you lose the other side.

Thus, there has to be pressure from all of us Filipinos to get these two sides to give more and accept less,” aniya.

Giit pa nito na walang administrasyon ang nagseryoso sa usapin maliban sa Duterte administration.

“From the communists’ side, they think we are giving too little. But on the side of the government, we feel we have already given them so much. But no other President has given this much this soon,” aniya.

Binigyang diin pa nito na laging bukas ang gobyerno sa mga kasapi ng leftist groups na nais maghayag ng kanilang sentimiyento sa mapayapang pamamaraan.

Appointed na rin ang ilang kilalang miyembro ng leftist group sa ilang cabinet positions sa ilalim ng Duterte government.

“Those who have chosen a parliamentary rather than an armed struggle are always welcome and are part of a healthy dialogue with the government,” pahayag pa ni Cayetano.

the 1954 screen masterpiece The Seven Samurai by famed Japanese director Akira Kurosawa.

The film’s title song which was used to promote Marlboro brand cigarettes worldwide.

It was directed by John Sturges (Gunfight at the O.K. Corral, Ice Station Zebra and The Great Escape) and scored

by Oscar winner Elmer Bernstein (who also did The Ten Commandments and To Kill a Mockingbird), and in 2013 was selected for preservation in the US National Film Registry by the Library of Congress as “culturally and aesthetically significant.”

The other members of the film’s original group of gunfighters who preceded Vaughn in the hereafter were Brynner (The Ten Commandments and The King and I), Steve McQueen (Bullitt, The Sand Pebbles, The Thomas Crown Affair and The Great Escape), Charles Bronson (Death Wish series), James Coburn (Charade and Our Man Flint), Horst Buchholz (Fanny) and Brad Dexter (The Asphalt Jungle).

The villain was New Yorker Eli Wallach (The Good, the Bad and the Ugly, Baby Doll and The Godfather III), a multiawarded stage and movie actor. Except for probably German-born Buchholz and Dexter, the rest have achieved icon status.

Green jobs law, magbibigay ng trabaho sa displaced miners MALAKI ang maitutulong ng Green Jobs Law na pinagtibay noong isang taon upang mapunan ang kawalang trabaho ng mga manggagawang mula sa 23 higanteng minahan na ipinasara ng gobyerno kamakailan.

Ito ang sinabi ni Sen. Sonny Angara, awtor ng naturang batas na nilagdaan ni dating Pangulong Aquino, noong Mayo 2016.

Sa pagdinig ng senate labor committee nitong Miyerkules, sinabi ni DENR Sec. Gina Lopez na handa niyang hulmahin bilang ecological zones ang mga ipinasarang minahan na tiyak na makalilikha ng mga panibagong trabaho.

Ayon sa kalihim, kukunin ang serbisyo ng displaced mine workers para sa rehabilitasyon ng mga nasabing lugar at sila rin ang tutulong para sa reforestation activities ng kawanihan.

Sinabi naman ni Angara na ang mga naturang

trabaho ay pawang nakalahad sa Republic Act 10771 o ang Philippine Green Jobs Act na naglalayong pangalagaan ang kalikasan.

“Sa pamamagitan ng batas na ito, muling makakapaghanapbuhay ang mga minerong mawawalan ng trabaho. Bukod sa nasisiguro natin ang kapakanan ng mga manggagawa, nakatutulong pa tayo sa rehabilitasyon ng kalikasan,” ani Angara.

Sa ilalim ng RA 10771, ang green jobs ay uri ng trabahong may kinalaman sa pangangalaga sa kalikasan upang matiyak na makokontrol ang paglala ng polusyon at basura.

Sa nasabing pagdinig, nilinaw ni Nelia Halcon, executive vice president ng Chamber of Mines na 19,000 empleyado ang direktang matatamaan ng mga pinasarang minahan.

Ang mining firms ay matatagpuan sa Zambales, Eastern Samar, Dinagat Island at Surigado del Norte.

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ITH Valentine’s Day fast approaching, one cant help but notice that love is in the air – and it smells oh-so sweet. This special day is a time to spread love, kindness, and sweetness all around; a chance to let the special people in your life know how you feel about them through gifts, cards, flowers, and sweet treats. In fact, they say that the fastest way to someone’s heart is through their stomachs. If that’s true, then Goldilocks, the country’s number one bakeshop, has something special and exciting in store for all the lovers out there.

In addition to its already-impressive treasury of delicious treats, Goldilocks

is introducing three brand new limited edition cakes for Valentine festivities that will surely be loved by everyone.

The Strawberry Delight Cake (P540), which— believe it or not — tastes even better than it sounds, is a rich vanilla chiffon cake topped with scrumptious strawberry cream cheese frosting. This cake is perfect for celebrating with your loved ones and families. My Cupcake Heart (P450), on the other hand, is an adorable heart-shaped cake adorned with cupcake roses and garnished with fluffy marshmallow icing. Rounding out the special Valentine’s cakes is the beautiful Bunch of Blooms (P750), a mouth watering

vanilla cake topped with 13 elegant cupcake flowers.

In addition to these sure-to-be best sellers, Goldilocks is bringing back its seasonal favorite, Choco Lollipops (P25).

These chocolate lollipops come in vibrant reds and pinks with sweet messages and sayings.

Any of these sweet treats will be the perfect centrepiece for any Valentine’s celebration, and will surely make the Valentine’s season even sweeter. Follow your heart and head over to your nearest Goldilocks Bakeshop now, or join the conversation through GoldilocksPH at Facebook and Twitter.

HIDWAAN NG MAG-AMANG CESAR MONTANO AT DIEGO LOYZAGA, LUMALALA IMAGES

naglunsad ang mag-asawang siya ay may hinahawakan nang Benjie at Gloria Cuaresma ng posisyon sa gobyerno, ang pagigkanilang Blugre Durian Coffee ing Chief Operating Officer ng at sa pagkakataong ito ay sa Tourism Promotions Board.

Taytay, Rizal naman sila nag Idagdag pa ang pagkakambukas ng sangay. pi-kampi ng iba pang mga anak Dumalo sa pagtitipon si Alng aktor—ang tatlo niyang anak lan Caidic na kagagaling lang, na babae kay Sunshine Cruz ay ayon sa Marketing Manager ng panig sa sentimiyento ni Diego. kapihan na si Girlie Bayhon, sa Nag-ugat din marahil ang Amerika. saloobin na ito nang minsan Magkaibigang matalik sina ay kasuhan ni Sunshine ng Benjie at Allan at kung may inappropriate conduct si Cesar oras din lang ay pinagbibigyan kaugnay sa kanyang mga anak. niya ang mga kahilingan ng May sekswal na implikasyon ang BOY kaibigan. usapin bagamat naglaho na rin VILLASANTA Ang alkalde naman ng itong parang bula.

Taytay na si Joric Dacula ay Gayunman, away pamilya nagbigay rin ng kanyang suporito at madalas, sa kulturang Filta sa mga Cuaresma. ipino, hindi nagtatagal ang tampuhang tulad Magiging tambayan din ng mga artista nito. Sila-sila rin ang magkakasundo pagdatang Blugre Coffee Shop na ing ng araw. kauna-unahan sa Kamaynilaan *** at sa mga kanugnog na lalawigan Samantala, kung mainit ang dahil sa flavor durian nito. bangayan nina Cesar at Diego Alam ba ninyo kung bakit? ay humupa naman ang init ng Dahil ang mga teleserye sagupaan ng mga damdami ng na “Ang Probinsiyano” ni Coco mag-amang Julia Barretto at Martin ng ABS-CBN at ang Dennis Padilla.

“Alyas Robinhood” ni DingNoon ay nagpahayag si Julia dong Dantes ng GMA Network na nais na niyang alisin ang ay sa paligid lang ng kapihan apelyido ni Dennis na Baldivia ginagawa. sa kanyang pangalan. Nasaktan Katabi lang ng munisipyo ng ang komedyante sa inasal at Taytay ang Blugre at siguradong sinabi ng kanyang anak at hindi ang mga empleyado nito ang niya lubos-maisip na magagawa merkado ng kapihan. ito sa kanya. *** Pero kamakailan ay naghanap ng paraan Minsan nga raw, isang umaga, kuwento ni si Julia na makapiling ang kanyang ama sa Gigi, kumatok sa pinto ng Blugre si Dingdong isang late lunch. Isiningit ni Barretto ang dahil nais niyang magkape at magpahinga pagsasama nila ni Padilla sa isang eksklusibohabang nagti-taping. ng pananghalian.

Pero katatapos lang ng launch sa Manila Nagkita rin ang mag-ama sa isang gym at tinuruan ni Dennis ang anak kung paano lalo Bay nina Benjie at Gloria kaya hindi sila nagbukas. pang magbawas ng timbang at sumeksi na Nabigo si Dantes na makainom ng kinakailangan sa mga batang aktres na tulad kape at makapagpahinga habang nagniya. su-shooting.

All’s well that ends well.

Pati si Megan Young, madalas tumambay *** sa Blugre.

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ABANG lumalaon ay lumalala ang away ng mag-amang Cesar Montano at Diego Loyzaga kaugnay ng pagpapaalis ng ama sa kanyang anak sa bahay na tinitirhan nito kamakailan. Inakusahan ni Cesar ng paggamit ng droga si Diego, isang bagay na ikinapikon ng batang aktor. Ayon sa kanya, limang beses na siyang nagpa-drug test at negatibo lahat ang resulta ng pagsusuri sa kanya.

Binantaan pa umano ni Montano na ipapadampot niya sa mga pulis ang bagets na anak sakali at umalma ito. Dito na nagpasabog ng kanyang hinanakit si Diego.

Idinaan niya ang kanyang mga reklamo laban sa beterenong aktor sa kanyang Instagram. Ayon kay Loyzaga, hindi niya naramdaman ang tunay na pagmamahal mula sa kanyang ama sapul nang siya ay magkaisip.

Napaplastikan din anya siya sa mga ginagawi ng kanyang ama. *** Ito ay may kaugnayan sa pagsama ni Buboy sa larawan sa Philippine National Police General Ronaldo de la Rosa, ang siyang

namumuno sa pagsugpo ng mga gumagamit ng bawal na gamot sa bansa. Parang nangingilabot si Diego na kapiling ng kanyang ama ang ganitong mga kilalang tao sa lipunan.

Ano nga kaya ang pakahulugan ni Diego sa kanyang nakita sa litrato nina Buboy at Bato?

Banas na banas si Diego sa kanyang ama at ayon sa kanya, hindi na nakakatuwa ang kanyang magulang. May nagsasabi naman na baka mula kay Teresa Loyzaga ang mga akusasyon na kalabanin ng anak ang kanyang ama. Gayunman, tikom ang bibig ni Teresa sa isyu.

Pagkatapos naman na mabulgar sa madla ang iskandalo sa pamilya ni Montano ay naglaho nang gayon na lang ang mga post ni Diego laban sa ama. Pinaghihinalaan na may nag-hack sa kanyang social media account.

Pero nailabas na ni Loyzaga ang kanyang mga sama ng loob at kumalat na sa apat na sulok ng kapuluan kaya mahirap nang mabawi. *** Masakit para sa isang ama na tulad ni Buboy ang ganitong mga paratang. Pero tikom din ang kanyang bibig lalo na ngayon na

Feel the Magic of Love at Enchanted Kingdom

THE Philippines’ premiere theme park has long been a popular date destination for couples who want to enjoy and experience a special moment that is out of the ordinary. As Valentine’s Day approaches, Enchanted Kingdom (EK) offers a twist to your romantic evenings as it offers enchanting choices of unique experiences for couples and group dates.

Enchanting Dinner in the Sky

Enjoy an enchanting dinner date on board the 130-feet tall Wheel of Fate (Ferris Wheel), where you can feel the cool fresh breeze and savor a set of flavorful menu as you enjoy a breathtaking view of the Laguna skyline.

The Couple package (P1,700) includes two Regular Day Passes, dinner for two on the Wheel of Fate,

a souvenir photo, a complimentary couple bracelet, and premiere seats for the Enchante musical show at Eldar’s tent. Group packages are at P3,300, inclusive of four regular day passes, dinner for four on the Wheel of Fate, a souvenir group shot, a complimentary handcuff bracelet, and four reserved seats at the world-class Enchante show. Those who avail of this romantic Valentine’s offering are also entitled to a 10% discount on Merchandise items as souvenirs to bring home as a reminder of their special day. This promo is valid for all weekends of February.

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P2,500 and Group packages for four start at P4,500 inclusive of a sumptuous menu that includes refreshing mocktails, special souvenir items, and a couple or group shot taken against a special scenic backdrop. The experience will also be accompanied by live performances of acoustic music to serenade the guests.

Reservations also come with tickets to enjoy the awe-inspiring sights of the Philippines as presented by Agila, the country’s first and only Flying Theater EKsperience or regular day passes at the park. Promo runs from Feb. 11-14, 2017 only. view of the sunset, Bohemian-styled on the rooftop of its latest landmark attraction, Agila giving a 360’ view of Sta. Rosa. Couple packages start at

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Valentine’s Day, a romantic holiday...

I PINAGDIRIWANG tuwing February 14 taon-taon ang Feast of Saint Valentine o mas kilala nating lahat na Valentine’s Day. Nagsimula bilang isang Western Christian liturgical feast day upang magbigay galang o pagbubunyi sa ilang mga santo na nagngangalang Valentinus gayundin ang pagkilala sa kahalagahan nito mapa-cultural man o komersyal na pagdiriwang sa maraming panig ng mundo, bagaman hindi ito isang pampublikong holiday sa ilang bansa.

May ilang kwento na nauugnay sa maraming Valentines na konektado sa February 14. Isa na dito ang tungkol kay Saint Valentine ng Rome kung saan sinasabing nakulong siya dahil sa pagsasagawa ng kasal sa mga sundalo na pinagbabawalan magpakasal gayundin ang pagtulong sa mga Kristiyano na pinahihirapan noong panahon ng Roman Empire. Ayon sa kasaysayan, napagaling ni Saint Valentine ang anak ng kanyang bastonero o bantay sa kulungan at bago ang pagbitay sa kanya,sumulat siya ng isang liham kung saan nakasulat ang mga katagang “Your Valentine” bilang pamamaalam.

Simula pa noon, umiikot na ang okasyon sa pagpapahayag ng nararamdaman ng mga magsing-irog sa pamamagitan ng pagbibigay ng bulaklak, matatamis na pagkain at greeting cards. Naging simbolo na rin ng pagdiriwang ang mga korteng puso, kalapati at cyempre ang mga cupid.

Ngunit sa paglipas ng panahon, hindi na lamang nasusukat sa bulaklak o cards ang pagdiriwang ng Valentine’s Day. Nakasanayan na rin ng marami ang ilang feelgood vibes para sa maraming couples, family at group of friends. Narito ang ilang halimbawa: 1. Gumising ng maaga at ilagay ang inyong homemade card para sa mister sa pinto upang makadagdag ng konting excitement at kilig factor. Maaari rin gawan ang mga chikiting depende sa kanilang edad.

2. Maglagay o magspray ng pabango na light lang ang amoy sa banyo, kwarto at sala

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upang makapagdulot ng sigla sa pamilya.

3. Isuot ang damit na binigay ni mister bago man ito o minsang nang nagamit. Lalong magbibigay ng magandang pakiramdam sa kabiyak kung gagamitin ang niregalo nya sa inyong anniversary. Maaaring magthrowback si mister na magiging dahilan upang patuloy na manumbalik ang inyong masasayang nakaraan.

4. Kung marunong mag-bake, ito na ang pagkakataon upang gawan ng cutie heart-shaped na cookies ang mga chikiting.

Pwede rin na magpatulong sa kanila na gumawa nito para ibigay naman sa kabiyak.

Mas personalized, mas bongga.

5. Panahon na para maglinis ng bahay at alisin ang ilan pang natitirang Christmas decors at palitan ng ilang hugis puso at cupids na mga dekorasyon. Paganahin ang artistic side at i-combine sa creativity ng mga anak upang gawing nakakakilig ang ambiance ng inyong tahanan.

6. Bumili ng flowers at makipagkita sa mga kaibigan. Ibigay ang mga bulaklak upang maging kakaiba at espesyal ang inyong bonding moments.

7. Dalawin ang mga kapamilya sa ibang lugar at iparamdam rin sa kanila ang good vibes na dulot V-day.

8. Kung dati rati’y si mister ang gumagawa ng effort para makapgdate kayo, panahon na para siya naman ang i-surprise ng lunch o dinner treat. Mahalaga sa pagsasama ng mag-asawa ang bonding time na wala ang mga anak. Lumabas at samantalahin ang pagkakataon upang magkasarili kasama ang kabiyak.

Musical Love Festivals

The cast of GMA Network’s Meant To Be will be holding a mini concert at the EK grounds on February 11 at 6pm,

featuring teen stars Barbie Forteza, Ken Chan, Jak Roberto, Ivan Dorschner, Addy Raj, Mika Dela Cruz, and Sef Cadayona. Special discounted rates of P700 for Regular Day Passes and Agila: The EKsperience will be available for the first 500 guests on that day.

February 12 marks the annual Hug-A-Palooza Valentine Concert in partnership with MOR 101.9 For Life, featuring live performances from Mitoy Yonting, Zeus Collins, Myrtle Sarrosa, Migz and Maya, and Kris Lawrence.

The love-fest starts at 6pm and will be held at the Agila theatre grounds and will be hosted by the popular MOR DJs. To know more about EK’s Love Month promos and events, visit www. enchantedkingdom.ph.

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DOH: “PLEASE BE CAREFUL WITH YOUR HEART, CHOOSE HEALTHY OPTIONS THIS VALENTINE’S DAY” THE Department of Health spearheads the celebration of Heart Month this February with the theme: “Gulay at Prutas Araw-Arawin, Matamis, Mamantika, at Maalat Hinay-Hinayin.” This Valentine’s Day, the public is reminded to choose a heart-healthy gift or practice a healthy lifestyle and diet to keep one healthy. Here are some heartfriendly tips from DOH: 1. Instead of buying your sweetheart an overload of cakes, sweets, and fatty foods, why not give a more permanent gift. A poem, letter or message may convey more feeling.

2. If you choose to buy chocolates, choose dark chocolate with less sugar and caramel added.

Dark chocolate should be made up of at least 60-70 percent cocoa. It has flavonoids, antioxidants, which are good for the heart and blood vessels. Eat only a moderate amount, approximately an ounce (around 30 grams) a day.

3. Be active on Valentine’s Day. Plan an outing or walk around a park or mall. Walking for 30 minutes is good for your heart.

4. Home cooking is healthier than restaurant food. Instead of an expensive restaurant date, why not cook at home and enjoy a romantic dinner for two. For example, you can eat fish like tuna, mackerel, bangus and salmon.

5. Split your meal in two. If you still want to go to a restaurant for a date, splitting your meal can cut your calorie intake in half.

6. Give fresh fruits. If you want to eat something sweet, local fresh fruits in season are the healthier choice.

7. Don’t smoke. If your sweetheart is a smoker, encourage him or her to quit smoking. Smoking can lead to a heart attack or stroke. Hence, quitting is the best Valentine’s Day gift for your loved one.

8. Be faithful to your partner. Reduce your stress and enjoy life more.

In the Philippines, deaths related to NonCommunicable Diseases are attributed to: cardiovascular diseases (33%), cancer (10%), diabetes (6%), and chronic respiratory diseases (5%) (WHO Report on NCD Country Profiles 2014). The Food and Nutrition Research Institute (FNRI) National Nutrition Survey showed that there is an increasing prevalence in the following behavioral factors from 2008 to 2013: diabetes from 4.8% to 5.4% and overweight among adults from 26.6% to 31.1% while decreasing trends for hypertension from 25.3% to 22.3% and current adult smokers from 31.0% to 25.4%.

Last 2016, the DOH launched the establishment of the DOH Hypertension and Diabetes Club.

This will be scaled-up nationwide to enhance the initiatives in addressing Non-Communicable Diseases (NCD) and will serve as a support group in communities to disseminate information and ensure that appropriate management is provided to all patients. As of February 2017, more than 600,000 patients are registered in the club.

To be part of the DOH Hypertension and Diabetes Club, the client needs to consult the nearest health center or primary health care facility to undergo assessment, screening and management using the Philippine Package of Essential NCD Intervention (PhilPEN) protocol. Once the patient is diagnosed to have hypertension and/or diabetes, he/ she will be enrolled to the club. Member can access DOH drugs for hypertension (Losartan/Amlodipine/ Metoprolol) and diabetes (Metformin). They will also benefit from activities promoting healthy lifestyle.

“Be kind to your heart. Choose healthier options this Valentine’s Day, maintain a regular diet and exercise. Gulay at Prutas Araw-Arawin, Matamis, Mamantika, at Maalat Hinay-Hinayin,” Secretary Paulyn Jean B. Rosell-Ubial concluded.

Iparamdam sa Partner Mo na Love is in The Air

PARTE na talaga ng pagiging Filipino natin na icelebrate ang Valentine’s Day. Para sa ating mga Pilipino, ito ang araw na itinakda para sa mga magkakarelasyon o magkakakasintahan. Kadalasang lumalabas para mag-date ang mga couples, kumakain sa restaurant, nagbibigayan ng regalo. Para talagang pambansang “date” ang nangyayari sa Valentine’s Day pero paano mo ba talaga maipapadama na Love is in the air?

1. Siguraduhin na naipaparamdam mo sakanila ang iyong presensya. Kailangan ay nandoon ka para sa kanila emotionally, physically at mentally.

2. Ipakita na nageexert ka ng extra effort at hindi lang tuwing Valentine’s Day ang pagiging sweet at romantic mo bilang isang lalaki.

3. Mas maging mapagbigay sa iyong partner. Hindi lang sa mga material na bagay kundi sa emosyonal at pisikal na pwede mong maibigay kagaya ng pagmamahal, oras at lambing.

Ideal siguro na ipaparamdam mo ang pagmamahal mo lalo na kung Valentine’s Day pero mas mabuti siguro kung buong taon mo ipinapakita at ipinapadama ito diba? Para sa inyong intimacy, maganda din kung mas maging adventurous ang dating mo sa pamamagitan ng mga enhancers.

Sa panahon ngayon, advanced at potent na ang mga supplements. Bukod diyan, napakadaling bilhin at affordable pa. May supplements na nakakatulong sa pag-enhance ng intimate mood, ito ay nakakapagpalakas ng katawan, at siguradong makakapagperform ka ng maayos sa lovemaking niyo ng partner niyo basta may mga sangkap na Epimedium Extract, L-Arginine, Songaria Cynomorium at Gamma Amino Butyric Acid dahil ang mga sangkap na ito ay epektibo sa men’s vigor at pagkasigasig sa lovemaking. Ayon pa sa mga pananaliksik, nakakatulong ang pinagsama samang ingredients na maka-iwas sa erectile dysfunction. Kung nahihirapan kayo makakita ng ganitong produkto, siguro magandang subukan ang Robust Dietary Suppelement. Subok na kasi ang produktong ito at napatunayan na epektibo talaga pagdating sa pag-enhance ng lovemaking mood.

Globe Telecom board approves 1Q P22.75/share cash dividend GLOBE Telecom announced that its Board of Directors approved the declaration of the fourth quarterly cash dividend of P22.75 per share for holders of its common shares. The dividend will be paid to shareholders on record as of February 21, 2017, with payment date on March 8, 2017.

“The cash dividend is a testament of the company’s commitment in creating shareholder value,” Globe Chief Finance Officer Rizza Maniego-Eala said, adding the first quarter cash dividend payment total is estimated at around P3.0 billion.

Approval of the cash dividend follows the release of the company’s financial performance report, which showed the leading telecommunications company posting fresh record revenues of close to P120.0 billion, outpacing the previous record level of P113.7 billion in 2015 by 6%.

According to Globe, the sustained revenue momentum, despite the competitive intensity in the market during the second half of 2016, was driven by the solid growth in data-related products across all segments, and robust subscriber growth for both mobile and broadband. This was likewise supported by the sustained execution excellence for the various product launches during the year, backed by its improved network performance, as Globe moves forward with its capacity and coverage enhancement initiatives intended to elevate the state of internet in the country.

IS YOUR VITAMIN C SAFE?

THE New Year gives us another chance at a fresh start. After the unhealthy lifestyle during the holidays, our immune system is just starting to recuperate and get back to normal. One sure way to speed up its recovery is to take optimum levels of Vitamin C. But did you know, that when taking Vitamin C, we have to be careful of several factors such as the type and quality of Vitamin C because not all vitamin C are the same!

The most common type of Vitamin C is ascorbic acid. This type of vitamin C has been by far, the cheapest form of Vitamin C, but did you know that when taken at higher quantities, ascorbic acid is not exempted from harmful side effects. Diarrhea, Nausea, Stomach Cramps, Headache, Hyperacidity, Hot flushes and Heartburn are just some of the symptoms of taking too much ascorbic acid.

In the recent decade, Sodium Ascorbate has given the public the safest and most effective type of vitamin C. Bewell-C (Sodium Ascorbate) is a non-acidic Vitamin C supplement that is rapidly gaining popularity among the public as a high quality and effective brand.

Bewell-C is the next generation vitamin C that provides all the benefits of vitamin C without the risk of hyperacidity.

Doctors recommend that we take 2 capsules per day of Bewell-C. Some people require a higher dose per day if they are experiencing the following:

Flu:

People suffering from Flu virus are recommended to take 6 capsules of Bewell-C per day and 4 capsules while recovering from flu.

Whereas, those who are suffering from colds and cough are recommended to take at least 6 capsules until they have recovered.

Research study also pointed out that most healthy adults get a cold two or three times a year and taking large doses of Vitamin C daily shortens the duration of colds.

Smokers and Alcohol Drinkers

Alcohol, Nicotine and other substance in cigarette causes cell damage and drains vitamins and nutrition from your body.

Smokers and those who often drink alcohol experience lower immune system and are susceptible to various diseases thus, they are required to take at least 4 capsules of Bewell-C to help maintain their health.

Post-Surgery

People who underwent surgery are recommended to take high doses of Vitamin C as much as 6 capsules Bewell-C daily to hasten wound healing. Vitamin C is essential in the formation of new connective tissue in healing wound.

For those who need both Vitamin C and Calcium, Bewell-C plus calcium is also available in the market. Just like Bewell-C, this product also uses non-acidic vitamin C paired with organic calcium fortified with Vitamin D for stronger bones and teeth.

Bewell-C and Bewell-C Plus Calcium is available in all leading drugstores nationwide and on Lazada.com.ph Online Shopping: http://www.lazada.com .ph/bewell-nutraceuticals-corporation/.

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PIMENTEL, PDP LABAN BACK BANKER FOR BSP TOP POST

SENATE President Aquilino “Koko” Pimentel III has endorsed banker Antonio Moncupa to be the next governor of the Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP).

Pimentel, who is also president of the ruling PDP Laban party, said Moncupa is the most qualified among several candidates to head the monetary authority.

“It is time for bold and innovative leadership at the BSP. It can no longer be ‘business as usual’ in government, particularly at the central bank which is the overseer of the country’s financial system,” Pimentel said in a statement.

“I believe Mr. Moncupa has all the qualities required to lead the central bank in this period of challenge and change. He is an experienced banker whose knowledge of the financial markets is matched only by his unquestionable integrity and character and passionate nationalism,” Pimentel said.

Moncupa, who is currently president of East West Bank, also heads the PDP Laban policy think-tank. He is a former activist and political detainee.

The Senate president said the party is set to formally endorse him to President Duterte, who is PDP Laban chairman.

“President Duterte has been unrelenting in his fight against criminality. We believe that the BSP will play a critical role in this fight. We need to crack down on the finances of criminal syndicates and drug cartels, and the best way to do this is to foster a more responsive and vigilant banking industry through a reinvigorated BSP,” Pimentel explained.

The December 2016 Nationwide Survey on National Administration Performance Ratings of Pulse Asia showed overwhelming support –– 84 percent of 1,200 respondents around the country –– for the government’s campaign against criminality despite criticisms of human rights abuses.

At the same time, the Senate president said Moncupa, as a veteran banker, is highly capable and knowledgeable about financial and monetary policies, which would allow him to manage inflation and keep the foreign exchange market stable.

“In this period of change, it is important to have someone at the helm of the BSP who can push the economy forward, maintain stability and continuity in terms of monetary policies, and allow business to grow,” Pimentel said.

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News Globe Telecom sets up Libreng Tawag and Libreng Charging booths in Surigao City to help earthquake victims

GLOBE Telecom Libreng Tawag and Libreng Charging stations are now available in Surigao City to serve residents who needs to get in touch with their friends and relatives after a strong 6.7 magnitude earthquake shook Surigao del Norte Friday evening, causing power failure and damage to Libreng Tawag station at Luneta Park, Surigao City lives and properties.

The booths are located at the Luneta Park and the Provincial Gym in Rizal corner Gonzales Street in Surigao City and are operational daily from 8am–6pm and 9am–6pm, respectively, until electricity is restored in the area.

SCHOOL CHAIR DONATIONS. Pinasalamatan si Senator Cynthia Villar ng mga guro at mag-aaral ng Daniel Fajardo Elementary School at Manuyo Elementary School sa kanyang donasyon na school chairs. Nagbibigay ang senador, chairperson ng Senate committee on social justice, welfare and rural development, sa mga pampublikong paaralan ng matitibay na school chairs na yari sa plastic wastes. Bukod sa nakatutulong na matugunan ng pamahalaan ang suliranin nito sa kakulangan ng school chairs, nakakatutulong din ang senador na panatiliing malinis ang ating kapaligiran.

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PUP CreaTV, ipinagdiwang ang ika-apat taon Ni Mary Milorrie M. Campos IDINAOS ng mga bumubuo sa PUP CreaTV ang kanilang ika-apat na anibersaryo sa Bulwagang Balagtas, Ninoy Aquino Library and Learning Resources Center, PUP Mabini Campus nitong Huwebes.

Ang pagdiriwang na ito ay dinaluhan ng mga matataas na opisyal ng pamantasan, propesor, estudyante, at bloggers. Kabilang din sa mga dumalo si Dr. Reghis M. Romero II, ang major sponsor ng university-based online channel na ginawaran sa nasabing pagdiriwang ng plaque of appreciation para sa kanyang natatanging kontribusyon.

Pinangangasiwaan ng Communication Management Office, layunin ng CreaTV na maipakita ang mga tagumpay, kasaysayan, at kasalukuyang kaganapan sa pamantasan. Layunin din nito na linangin ang kasanayan ng mga estudyante sa multimedia productions.

Muli namang ipinakilala sa mga dumalo ang mga programa ng online channel na The Observer Flash Online, Pinakausap-usapan sa Pamantasan, LOL: Learning On-Line, V-PUPian, at State U. Inumpisahan noong taong 2013, ang PUP CreaTV ay ang itinuturing na kaunaunahang university-based online channel sa Pilipinas.

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Inland aquatic researcher receives Invention Disclosure Incentive Award

A TEAM of researchers from the College of Fisheries and Ocean Sciences-University of the Philippines Visayas (CFOS-UPV) was recognized during the 2nd Invention Disclosure Incentive (IDI) Awarding Ceremony at the UP Diliman.

Professor Valeriano L. Corre, along with his co-inventors, Prof. Victor Marco Emmanuel Ferriols, Ernesto del Rosario, Jan Michael Genesila, and Prof. Francis Dimzon, received P40,000.00 financial incentive for their invention, the Remote Op(standing, L-R) UP President Alfredo erated Automatic Bottom E. Pascual, Technology Transfer and Feeder. The said invention is Business Development Office (TTBDO) one of the research outputs Director Dr. Luis Sison, and UPV Viceof the Department of Science Chancellor for Research & Extension and Technology (DOST)Ricardo Babaran; (sitting, L-R) Ernestina UPV milkfish program, which M. Peralta of UPV, UPV Prof. Valeriano was funded by the PhilipCorre, and UPV Prof. Francis Dimzon pine Council for Agricul(Image credit: UP System Website) ture, Aquatic and Natural Resources Research and Development of the DOST (DOST-PCAARRD).

IDI award is given to inventors, researchers, faculty members, students, staff, and visiting professors undertaking research pursuant to any program, project grant, or contract under the auspices of UP. The award aims to encourage investors to disclose their inventions to the University and to help promote a culture of research and innovation.

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INASALAMATAN ni Sen. Alan Peter Cayetano ang Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) dahil sa maaga nitong paglulunsad ng Pondo sa Pagbabago at Pag-asenso (P3) program para sa mga maliliit na negosyante.

Pormal na inilunsad ng DTI ang programa nito ngayong buwan sa 3 pilot areas - Mindoro, Sarangani, at Leyte – upang mapalaki at mapalawak ang kanilang maliliit na nagosyo nang hindi umasa sa ‘5-6’.

Layunin ng programa na magkaroon ng alternatibong source ng financing para sa maliliit na negosyante, na madaling ma-access at may maximum na 2.5 percent interest na wala nang collateral requirement.

Umaasa si Cayetano na sa pamamagitan ng maunlad na karanasan, ang inisyal na pondo na P1 bilyong inilaaan sa 2017 budget para sa programa ay dadagdagan ng Kongreso sa 2018, hanggang sa umabot ito sa planong P19 billion funding para sa maliliit na negosyante sa sususnod na 5 taon.

Kilala ang senador na nagsusulong sa pag-unlad ng maliliit na negosyante mula noong 2013 kung saan inilunsad niya ang PTK (Presyo, Trabaho, Kita) platform.

Ito’y bilang tugon na malutas ang problema ng mga Pilipino na maitaguyod ang kanilang sariling ikinabubuhay.

Ang PTK ay nakapagbigay na ng financial grants sa mahigit na 190 MSME cooperatives. Ang grants ay ginamit ng cooperatives na makapagbigay ng abotkayang pautang sa kanilang mga miyembro.

“I am grateful that the administration has found a way to turn our campaign promise into reality,” ani Cayetano.

Buong-buo ang kaniyang suporta na madagdagan ang pondo ng DTI, maibigay lamang ng ahensiya ang katiyakan na mapakinabangan ito ng mahihirap.

Hinimok ng senador ang DTI na panatilihin ang mga alituntunin at gabay sa pagpapautang sa mga kooperatiba.

“I look forward to the continuous expansion of this initiative, with the expected P18 billion additional funds to be distributed to all provinces in the country,” dagdag pa ni Cayetano.

“I trust that this micro-financing initiative, which serves as an alternative to 5-6, will also be affordable enough to allow starting entrepreneurs to get access to capital without the need for laborious procedures and unreasonable interest rates,” pagtatapos nito. LB