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Davao Light assures no power interruption during elections

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AVAO Light and Power Company will do its best to avoid any power interruption within its franchise area – in the cities of Davao and Panabo and in the Davao del Norte areas of Carmen, Dujali and Sto. Tomas during the 2013 Barangay Election period.

Ross Luga, the power firm’s Corporate Communications Officer, assured that it will not implement any scheduled power interruption related to maintenance works. However, the company has prepared for contingency plans should there be unscheduled or unforeseen service interruptions.

Man gets life for kidnapping Rescue leads to killing of cop, ex-Army soldier

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member of a crime syndicate was sentenced to life imprisonment after admitting his role in the failed kidnapping of a Davao City businessman whose rescue resulted in the killing of a responding police officer and a former Philippine Army soldier six years ago.

Meted reclusion perpetua, equivalent to 40 years in jail, was one Marvin Booc, said to be a member of the Balbacua kidnap-for-ransom gang.

Booc was sentenced by Judge Retrina E. Fuentes, presiding judge of Branch 10 of the Regional Trial Court in the Davao judicial rregion.

Booc pleaded guilty of his role in the abduction of

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He said that Davao Light is taking precautions in view of the current power situation in Mindanao, wherein, other areas in the island are experiencing rotating power interruptions.

However, Luga added the demand for power on the election day is expected to be low as commercial establishments and industrial companies will be closed since it is a holiday.

He said that part of Davao Light’s contingency plans includes optimizing its embedded power plants - Hedcor Inc. Sibulan and Talomo hydro power plants; and the Bajada power plant. It can also dispatch

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ADIOS. Outgoing Davao City Police Office (DCPO) director Ronald dela Rosa salutes Mayor Rodrigo R. Duterte (2nd from right) and Philippine National Police (PNP) officials before delivering his final message as the city’s police director during turnover ceremonies at Camp Domingo Leonor in Davao City

Friday afternoon. Dela Rosa, who will hold the chief of staff position of the Police Training Service in Camp Crame, was replaced by P/SSupt. Vicente Danao Jr. Lean Daval Jr.

Danao ‘hates’ bad cops, lousy commanders Orders investigation into reports that some rob gang members are actually policemen

By EMILORD P. CASTROMAYOR

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OU shape up or we will break up.”

This was the terse statement of Sr. Supt. Vicente Danao Jr., newly installed Davao City Police Office director, after outgoing chief Sr. Supt. Ronald dela Rosa turned over the DCPO command in

appropriate ceremony on Friday.

Danao’s statement was believed to be addressed to non-performing police officers, specially station commanders, after observing an increase in number of crimes like robbery and killing incidents.

Danao,46, is former chief of the Philippine National Police (PNP) Regional Logistics and Research Development Division in Davao Region.

He is a native of Bayombong, Nueva Vizcaya who had served as commander of different police stations for several years,

aside from being chief of the Regional Public Safety Battalion.

Danao said station commanders should maintain if not improve their performance and check of crime incidents in their areas of responsibility in a month’s time.

Oplan Litis

Danao’s first marching order is to implement Oplan Litis (Linisin ang mga Tamad, Tiwali at Iskalawag na miyembro ng kapulisan) as he explained that law enforcers should be the exemplars of citizens who are law-abiding and always

forms of “pork barrel,” will be removed.

This was bared by Ga-

briela party-list Rep. Luzviminda C. Ilagan during a forum on the advocacy against the pork barrel system and a “People’s Initiative” held Friday afternoon at the Davao Medical Society building inside the premises of the Brokenshire Memorial Hospital and Health Ministries at Madapo Hills.

In the forum, Ilagan quoted former Chief Justice Reynato Puno, saying, “it’s about time that the people make their move (against Pork Barrel through the People’s Initiative).”

Ilagan bared that the 1987 Constitution and RA 6735 states that 10 percent of the national registered voters and 3 percent of each legislative district should compile their signatures “to directly propose, enact, approve or reject, in whole or in part, the Constitution, laws, ordinances, or resolutions passed by any legislative body upon compliance with the requirements of

this Act.” According to the latest statistics from the Commission on Elections (Comelec), there are some 52 million voters nationwide, which means, it would only take 5.2 million signatures to abolish the “Pork Barrel.” It will also be the Comelec’s responsibility to affirm the authenticity of the signatories.

Through the People’s Initiative, the “Pork Barrel” System can be declared illegal and abolish it, conduct rechanneling of funds, hold violators accountable, Ilagan said, adding that, they are still discussing in Manila, on which issues should be included in this massive signature campaign.

She said, “This process would take a longer period of time, which is an advantage, because, along the way, more people will be informed about it and awareness will be raised.”

This massive signa-

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Ilagan ask Dabawenyos: Support pork abolition, people’s initiative 5.2 M votes can abolish pork

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PRACTICE MAKES PERFECT. A fourth year student of the Holy Cross of Davao College spends hours practicing various bartending routines at Mag-

its abolition, the Priority Development Assistance Fund (PDAF) and other

saysay Park in Davao City ahead of the school’s examination when students need to demonstrate their bartending skills. Lean Daval Jr.

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Biking together to save the Philippine Eagle

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HE sun had barely emerged over the Philippine Eagle Center in Malagos, Davao City when the participants of Globe Arakan XC2 started trickling in with their bikes in tow. Many were from Davao City, but many others had come from Cagayan de Oro, General Santos, and even Manila in anticipation of the ultimate bike challenge of the season.

Globe Arakan XC2 wasn’t any ordinary bike challenge. As a fundraiser to save the home of the Philippine Eagle, the challenge sought to support the Philippine Eagle Foundation’s Forest Corridor Development Initiative (FCDI). The FCDI aims to provide educational and livelihood support, as well as Paralegal and Raptor Management Training to the communities that act as stewards of the forest in the Arakan Valley in North Cotabato.

Globe employee Ronald Rivera had caught a bus from General Santos the night before, arriving shortly before midnight just to make it to the event.

He was hoping for a challenging ride and wasn’t disappointed. “I really looked forward to this because I heard a lot about this last year.

Hindi ko inexpect na ganun kahirap yung(I wasn’t expecting the trail to be that hard)trail but it was very enjoyable.”

A total of 75 bikers stepped up to the challenge of taking on the 60-kilometer loop from the Philippine Eagle Center to Salaysay and back. The trail was a mix of road of and rugged terrain, with many parts involving a steep uphill climb.

Composed of both seasoned athletes and recreational bikers, participants ranged from teenagers to those in their mid-fifties.

Many had come with their friends, others came alone.

Despite their different backgrounds and experience levels, they all came together as one to show their support for the cause.

Salome Zamora, one of the two female bikers, had come all the way from Sultan Kudarat. She says, “I heard it would help indigenous communities in Arakan so I joined.”

One of the oldest participants, 55-year-old retired colonel Rodrigo Turno says, “I wanted to give support to the Philippine Eagle Foundation para makatulong ako kahi tpaano(to help somehow).

Ito yung isa sa pinakasikat na kayamanan natin(It’s

Top finisher Jean Patrick Serreno (center) holds up his Huawei media tablet one of our most important treasures), the Philippine Eagle of Davao.” He also adds, “Sa pagsali, tulong na rin, naka exercise pa.”

(By joining, I’m able to help and exercise at the same time.)

Although Globe Arakan XC2 wasn’t a race,

Globe recognized the top finishers. The top 10 guest bikers were presented with limited edition jerseys, the fourth to seventh registered finishers were given Huawei phones, and the top three registered finishers were awarded Huawei tablets.

Triathlete Jean Patrick Serreno was the first to cross the finish line at 2 hours, 14 minutes, and 52 seconds. The 29-yearold admitted to having difficulty at some parts, but says, “Hindi talaga nag-cross sa isip ko na mag-stop. Inisip ko lang

continue, continue hanggang sa dulo.” (I didn’t consider stopping. I just kept thinking I should continue until the end.)

For Jean, the adventure doesn’t end here. He says, “Aabangan namin ‘yung sunod!” (We’ll wait for the next!)

Philippine Eagle Foundation Executive Director Dennis Salvador (left), OIC for Globe Corporate Social Responsibility Fernando Esguerra (center), and Alex Sam (right) from event organizer Leadpack with the bikers prior to the gun start

Salome Zamora (right), one of the two female bikers, receives a limited edition jersey for being one of the top 10 guest bikers

Globe volunteer biker Ronald Rivera traveled to Davao from General Santos to join the challenge

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6 THE ECONOMY EDGEDAVAO

Stat Watch

1. Gross National Income Growth Rate (At Constant 2000 Prices)

7.1 1st Qtr 2013

2. Gross Domestic Product Growth Rate (At Constant 2000 Prices)

7.8 1st Qtr 2013

3. Exports 1/ 4. Imports 1/ 5. Trade Balance 6. Balance of Payments 2/ 7. Broad Money Liabilities

USD 3,741 million Feb 2013 USD 4,708 million Feb 2013 USD -967 million Feb 2013 USD -640 million Dec 2012 P 4,964,560 million Feb 2013

8. Interest Rates 4/

2.4 % Mar 2013 P113,609 million Mar 2013 P 5,281 billion Mar 2013

9. National Government Revenues 10. National government outstanding debt 11. Peso per US $ 5/

P 41.14 Apr 2013

12. Stocks Composite Index 6/

6,847.5 Mar 2013

13. Consumer Price Index 2006=100

132.8 Apr 2013

14. Headline Inflation Rate 2006=100

2.6 Apr 2013

15. Core Inflation Rate 2006=100

3.1 Apr 2013

16. Visitor Arrivals

418,108 Feb 2013

17. Underemployment Rate 7/

20.9% Jan 2013

18. Unemployment Rate 7/

7.1% Jan 2013

MONTHLY AVERAGE EXCHANGE RATE (January 2012-April 2013) Month Average December November October September August July June May April March February January

2013

2012

2011

40.67 40.73

42.23 41.01 41.12 41.45 41.75 42.04 41.91 42.78 42.85 42.70 42.86 42.66 43.62

43.31 43.64 43.27 43.45 43.02 42.42 42.81 43.37 43.13 43.24 43.52 43.70 44.17

It figures

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Huge opportunities await the country’s hotel sector

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OURISM remains to be the next big thing in the country’s real estate market, says David Leechiu, Country Head of Jones Lang LaSalle Philippines, pointing to the huge tourism market waiting to be tapped by the hotel sector.

Leechiu, speaking in a briefing on the outlook of the country’s real estate market, noted that of the total international tourism receipts of USD1.075 trillion in 2012, the Philippines’ share was a mere $3.82 billion. Similarly, the country’s total tourist arrivals in 2012 was only 4.2 million, less than 1 percent of the total tourist arrivals of 1.035 billion worldwide.

The briefing, organized by BPItrade.com, was held Tuesday night at the Bank of the Philippine Islands head office in Makati City.

Leechiu, talking to clients of BPItrade.com, said, “The hotel sector is undergoing rapid evolution, very rapid. There are about 15,000 hotel rooms today, we are going to double that in the next three years.”

About 12,400 rooms are currently in the pipeline, from 20132017, about half of which will come from the Entertainment City complex in Paranaque City. The rest will come from properties located in Makati City, Ortigas Center in Pasig, Bonifacio Global City in Taguig, and Newport City in Pasay, among others.

The JLL head particularly stressed the need for two- and three-star hotels in the growth corridor spanning Quezon City (where there is a dearth of business hotels) in Metro Manila all the way to Laoag, Ilocos Norte in northern Luzon.

PAPERLESS RECORDING. A latest electronic gadget enables this sales representative of a softdrinks firm to record their clients’ orders using a paper. Lean Daval Jr. Three segments in the stretch to northern Luzon-from Ortigas Center in Pasig to Clark, Pampanga; from Clark to Baguio City; and from Baguio to Laoag-are particularly in need of such hotels, he said.

Aside from the hotel sector, Leechiu took note of the growth expected in the office market, with 8.5 million sq m in supply from now till 2016 across the various business districts in Metro Manila.

In terms of future supply, Bonifacio Global City has the biggest

area, at 900,000 sq m.

“Assuming that the Philippines posts a stable fiscal position and good credit standing by 2013/2014, we may expect other demand drivers (e.g. financial services, insurance companies, etc.) to create an additional demand of anywhere from 20,000 sq m to as much as 100,000 sq m of office space from non-BPO (business process outsourcing)/ traditional offices,” he said.

Tuesday’s briefing is only one

of several special events organized by BPItrade.com to “provide an additional service to clients so that they broaden their outlook on investments,” says Ricky Liboro, Director of BPItrade.com. “There is more about the stock market than conglomerates and consumer stocks. There are other sectors, too. We want to see if there are opportunities in these other sectors.”

BPItrade.com is the online stock brokerage subsidiary of the Bank of the Philippine Islands.

Investment goods top imports in August 2013 M ERCHANDISE imports grew by 6.9 percent in August 2013 from the same period last year, according to the National Economic and Development Authority (NEDA).

“For this period, 44.7 percent of the country’s inward shipments from the top ten import sources can be classified as “investment goods” or goods with productive uses,” said NEDA officer-in-charge (OIC) and Deputy Director General Emmanuel F. Esguerra.

“This shows buoyant economic activity for the second half of the year the NEDA official added.

In terms of value, imports increased to US$5.5 billion in August

Trust approval rating of President Benigno S. Aquino III, according to a survey conducted by Pulse Asia on September 14 to 27, 2013. The President’s performance approval rating climbed from 73 to 79 percent, representing a 6-point increase, while his trust rating remains high at 76 percent.

2013 from US$5.2 billion in the same period in 2012.

“Spending for imported mineral fuels and lubricants (26.5%), capital goods (11.0%), and consumer goods (2.3%) mainly backed the growth in imports for the period,” Esguerra said.

The growth in imported mineral fuels and lubricants was due to higher spending for petroleum crude (54.3%) and other mineral fuels and lubricants (0.4%).

“Volume expansion of imported petroleum crude (50.9%) and other mineral fuels and lubricants (5.4%) led to high values for these products even as the price of

crude in the international market declined,” said Esguerra.

Meanwhile, the growth of imported capital goods was mainly supported by year-onyear gains in payments for aircraft, ships and boats (778.9%) and power generating and specialized machines (23.2%).

“This was largely due to the delivery of Philippine Airlines’ brand-new Airbus A321-200 as part of its comprehensive fleet renewal program,” he said.

Esguerra added that overall, the robust purchases of capital goods during the period may be accounted for by the continuing positive out-

4,730

New furnished classrooms to be built in 1,735 schools in Regions I, II, III, CAR, X, and Caraga. Secretary of Education Armin Luistro makes this possible through the signing of a Build-Transfer agreement with representatives of Megawide Construction Corp. and the BSP and Co. Inc. and Vicente T. Lao Construction Joint Venture.

This agreement is under the second phase of the Public-Private Partnership (PPP) for School Infrastructure Project (PSIP 2)

look of businesses in the third quarter of 2013 “This outlook can be seen specifically in the number of firms with intentions to expand operations in the current and the next quarter of the year, which has remained at favorable levels,” he said.

Meanwhile, total trade-in-goods deficit narrowed to US$5.6 billion in January to August 2013 from US$5.7 billion in the comparable period in 2012. But the total value of merchandise imports decreased slightly by 0.9 percent from US$41.0 billion in the same period last year to US$40.6 billion.

In terms of imports source, the People’s Re-

public of China was the top market for the fourth consecutive period since May 2013, with 13.1 percent share in the total value of inward shipments.

USA was the second top source of imported goods in August 2013, recording a 9.5 percent share of imports followed by Taiwan (8.6%), Japan (8.3%), and Saudi Arabia (8.2%).

Esguerra, who is Deputy Director-General for Planning and Policy, is OIC of NEDA from October 22 to 27, 2013, while Socioeconomic Planning Secretary and NEDA Director-General Arsenio M. Balisacan is on official business abroad.

38.5%

Percent increase in expenditures for infrastructure and capital outlay as of end-August. This is consistent with the Aquino administration’s goal of ramping up infrastructure spending this year by rolling out and implementing key projects to spur economic expansion.

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Globe Business asserts ICT industry leadership

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LOBE Business gathered important business leaders, executives and “captains of industries” anew as it presented the fourth Enterprise Innovation Forum (EIF) last October 23 at the Makati Shangri-La, living up to its billing as the “most awaited and exclusive business event of the year.” The event provided them strategies and ideas to maximize and instill innovation as a key value in their respective organizations, as the company continues to play an important role in the growth of ICT in the country with the EIF. “This year’s theme, ‘Transcending Business Boundaries,’ was a natural progression from the initial stagings of the EIF: from ‘shaping the future business landscape’ four years ago, then ‘transforming the future of businesses’ in 2011.

Last year we inspired the delegates to consider revolutionizing their businesses. Now, we are encouraging them to go beyond the borders of their enterprises in order to remain relevant, stay agile and survive the ever-changing business landscape of today, with innovation as their impetus,” affirmed Globe Senior Vice President of Enterprise Group Nikko Acosta.

Highlight of the 2013 EIF were the keynote messages of leading innovation purveyors flown in by Globe Business who sparked inspiration with business leaders in attendance. Globally-recognized expert on innovation leadership Prof.

Luke Williams took to the stage first during the main plenary session tackling the premise, “Disrupt: Sparking Business Transformation with Innovation.” The executive director of Berkley

Center for Entrepreneurship & Innovation challenged businesses operating in mature industries to consistently make bold moves, even at the peak of their success.

Williams was followed by an equally distinguished authority on customer-focused relationship management strategies in the person of Martha Rogers, Ph.D., with her topic, “Dancing Shoes for Honeybees.”

Bringing her expertise for the first time in the country, Rogers expounded on the philosophy that “customer trust should now be part of branding strategies necessary for building a good experience as good product, fair pricing and excellent service.”

For the main plenary, Williams and Rogers were joined by distinguished top local industry leaders led by Globe pres-

WITTER is seeking a maximum valuation of $10.9 billion in its Wall Street debut, more modest than the $15 billion that some analysts had expected for the social media phenomenon.

Twitter said that it intends to sell 70 million shares priced between $17 and $20 in its hotly anticipated IPO. The company hopes to raise between $1.25 billion and $1.44 billion, according to an amended version of its prospectus filed on Thursday.

Twitter said on Thursday that there will be 544,696,816 shares of its

common stock outstanding after the offering.

“It’s conservative and likely going to be raised as they start the road show at least once if not twice,” Sam Hamadeh of PrivCo, a private company research firm, said of Twitter’s pricing.

“The size of the offering is also a bit small,” he added. “But they may only choose to raise the price once they gauge investor demand. Raising both the price and the size was Facebook’s fatal mistake.”

Twitter’s offering is the most high-profile Internet IPO since Facebook Inc’s rocky debut in May 2012,

in which the company’s shares fell below their offering price in the ensuing days.

Twitter is expected to begin its pre-IPO road show next week as it gears up for an offering expected in November.

Twitter, which has roughly 230 million active users, has said it plans to list its stock under the “TWTR” symbol on the New York Stock Exchange.

The eight-year-old company more than doubled its third-quarter revenue to $168.6 million, but net losses widened to $64.6 million in the September quarter. [Reuters]

Globe Business SVP of Enterprise Group Nikko Acosta fires up the 2013 Enterprise Innovation Forum through an augmented reality execution of his welcome address. ident and CEO Ernest Cu, Shell Philippines country chairman Edgar Chua and

Philamlife president and CEO Rex Mendoza, with seasoned international

broadcast journalist Veronica Pedrosa moderating the discussions.

OOGLE’S video-sharing arm YouTube is preparing to launch a subscription music service to allow consumers to watch videos and listen to music ad-free, industry sources said Friday.

Sources familiar with the plans told AFP the service is likely to launch sometime next year.

The new plan would still allow users free access for the vast amount of music and music videos available on YouTube but would allow an option for a paid service without ads, with some extras such as the ability to store and listen to songs offline.

A source familiar with the plan said YouTube is not setting up a “pay gate” for music and would continue to allow people to stream music on any device for free if they choose.

The move however is the latest effort to monetize YouTube, which Google bought in 2006 for $1.65 billion and which is believed to generate a modest amount of advertising revenues. YouTube recently launched a num-

ber of paid channels for television programs.

Earlier, Billboard magazine and The New York Times reported that the premium subscription designed for mobile devices would cost around $10 a month and would compete with services such as Spotify, Rdio and Rhapsody.

The reports said the deal would allow record companies to get bigger royalty payments than they currently get from free services.

Billboard said a paid service would give YouTube more flexibility in packaging and selling music with fewer restrictions. It also said a premium service could be paired with other Google products in the future, including Google Glass.

Creating a paid service would help YouTube move away from the sharing of free music videos, which often face copyright violations.

YouTube currently allows verified music publishers and other copyright holders the ability to block infringing videos or to place an ad over the vid-

eo to generate revenue.

A YouTube spokesman, contacted by AFP, declined to comment on the specific reports of the new paid service but said: “We’re always working on new and better ways for people to enjoy YouTube content across all screens, and on giving partners more opportunities to reach their fans.”

Billboard said the new paid service could allow YouTube the ability to stream full albums, which are not usually available because artists generally select one or two tracks from any single album to feature in a music video.

The music publication said YouTube is in the process of a larger redesign of the YouTube mobile app that would offer a cleaner interface for music and playlists.

Google in May introduced a paid music service for smartphones and tablets powered by its free Android software, called Google Play All Access, with a monthly subscription fee of $10.

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Twitter seeks $11 B valuation in IPO YouTube readying paid music service T G

The shadows of people holding mobile phones are cast onto a backdrop projected with the Twitter logo in this file illustration picture. [Reuters]

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EDITORIAL Solomonic resolution

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HE Commission on Elections has rejected a request of the Philippine Red Cross headed by former senator Richard “Dick” Gordon to take over the distribution of relief aid to victims of the 7.2-magnitude earthquake that hit the provinces of Bohol and Cebu.

The Comelec’s move is a reversal of its earlier ruling that “all releases in relation to the relief and rehabilitation efforts in the province of Bohol, normally or usually coursed through the Department of Social Welfare Development and any other office/department of the government performing similar functions, shall be turned over to and administered and disbursed by the PRC, subject to the supervision of the Commission on Audit.”

The change of heart, as explained by Comelec chair Sixto Brillantes Jr., is due to its admission that the election body now doubts if the PRC is capable of fully carrying out the job on its own. Brillantes now wants the PRC to administer and do its legal duties through the National Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Council, including the local risk reduction and management council, and in accordance with relief mechanism.”

In this connection, Brillantes was quoted by the Phil-

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ippine Daily Inquirer as saying “If PRC thinks it is capable, we think it is not. In the meantime, since the election period starts tomorrow (Saturday), let’s follow the (Comelec) resolution first.”

This latest resolution coming from Brillantes’s Comelec is brilliant and solomonic in solving the impasse in Maribojoc, wherein Mayor Leoncio “Jun” Evasco Jr. drove away PRC volunteers for allegedly barging into his town to do their thing without coordinating with his office in order not to create havoc in the distribution of goods to quake victims. For being impolite and for ignoring the local government leaders, who indubitably know their community and suffering people better than any outsider, Evasco had accused the Gordon-led Red Cross volunteers of being “arrogant.”

Fortunately, the Maribojoc standoff did not happen in Davao Oriental and Compostela Valley the Davao Red Cross workers were in the thick of giving succor to the typhoon Pablo victims. It is because, perhaps, Davao’s Red Cross volunteers know their job better, and were willing to use a little of elementary good manners and conduct in doing it.

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Vital training ground

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PRINGBOARD TO SOMETHING BIGGER – Monday, October 28, all roads lead to the polling precincts for the barangay elections. How important really is the barangay polls to the country and its people? Political experts have to resort to educating the electorate explaining the importance of the exercise and why in the barangay elections, many people are now showing interest in joining the political fray. For sure, many things have changed. Not surprisingly, many are keeping a moist eye on barangay positions and this can be best described in five letters: M.O.N.E.Y. Yes fellas, there’s money in it. Unlike in the yesteryears wherein the “teniente and konsehales del barrios” were only provided gifts by the government as a token of appreciation for services rendered, today’s barangay officials are fully compensated.

Aside from salaries and other benefits, barangay executives are likewise provided with transport service and travel allowances especially during an out-of-town seminars and workshops.

Most importantly is that there’s an Internal Revenue Allotment (IRA) for the barangay units and the larger the barangay, the bigger the IRA. Being the basic units and frontline services of the government structure, the barangays needed funds for infrastructure, livelihood programs, and medical and health services among others. Understandable enough, when there are projects particularly in infrastructure, there’s obviously something “set aside” for barangay officials. And anybody worth his grain of salt knows full well what I mean.

Although the nature of barangay elections is non-partisan as provided under the Omnibus Election Code, aspirants directly or indirectly relied traditionally on local officials for support. Money and patronage from local officials are crucial factors that will make a barangay aspi-

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rant wins, yet what about the pure intention to serve?

Many successful local officials started their political careers as barangay executives and it has been proven that the position of barangay chairman is a springboard for something bigger – politically.

Through the decades, barangay officials have established a great deal of clout in the country’s political spectrum. Political parties come and go, but the barangay political structures and the people that make them up endure.

One reason why the political affiliations and party loyalties especially of clans is fluid is that they tend to go with those who can deliver the votes during elections and the barangay units have been proven to be a major factor that would elevate aspirants to their ogled glorified seats.

In many areas of the country, new political contenders mainly from the professions, academe, business, workers and peasants sectors are joining the barangay elections. This has been shown during the filing of certificates of candidacy (COC) where Comelec offices across the country are swarmed with prospective candidates. This year’s barangay elections are significant in part because it is a prelude to the 2016 presidential polls. Many candidates who will be seeking local and national positions, reelectionists or newcomers alike will most likely rely heavily on the support of barangay officials.

Interestingly enough, often, a barangay politician’s electoral organization is staffed by family members

who are loyal, hardworking and sometimes unpaid for their efforts. Family members play a key role in the innermost core of the campaign machinery during the election period. In fact, most of the important members of the barangay chairman’s staff are his or her relatives. In the country’s political structure including the barangay level, kinship is loosely defined to include relatives as well as an entire network of relations brought by marriage and rituals such as baptism and wedding rites.

That is why the family notably in the barangay is a built-in political organization and invaluable training ground as well. Our politicians have already an established norm to pass on their learning and skills to their offspring, just as businessmen instill a sense of entrepreneurship to their kin.

A family that has once contested an office, particularly if it has won it, sets an eye on that office as a permanent right. Too bad enough a political dynasty started there and then. However, during the barangay elections, voters should treat their right to suffrage as something that would matter most.

We always have to bear in mind that we have a population complaining of many years of bad government yet they repeat the mistake by electing people who are in no position to give good governance. The barangay elections is crucial because it is the basic unit of our political structure therefore voters should make their choice on the basis of the track record of candidates.

Voters should never get tired of looking forward for a transformed political landscape. We should learn from the past and avoid putting the wrong people in office. It isn’t too late to start all over again with a clean slate. Take one careful step at a time and make a big leap forward by voting wisely.

“solutions” to many problems of various industries.

One of these solutions was a computerized system that solves the perennial problems of hospital wastes in many hospitals, clinics and medical centers all over the world, “It’s attracting a lot of attention among hospitals in Manila and the US,” Matunog said.

Two of the solutions were new added features to the social network Facebook called “PageSnapp” and “LifeBit” that attracted a number of US venture capitalists who brought the young Davao innovators recently to Silicon Valley, California. It’s almost unbelievable that these young kids can come up with all kinds of future IT products that the whole world needs.

The two other IT innovations were

for a hospital information system and a software for doctors that can recognize their handwriting on a database for drugstores and hospitals.

Believe it or not, Davao can lead the way in new IT innovations only if a major overhaul of the present school curriculum takes place which allows much younger school kids to get early training in computer technology and software programming, according to Matunog “ To develop new talents, we have to change the way we think about our education system. Computer technology and the internet can be taught to children as young as first year high school.

We don’t have to wait for them to reach college for this kind of training,” Matunog stressed.

A radical change has to be done by DepEd, because the ICT industry wants to see this type of training integrated into the high school curriculum. “These school kids should start as young as possible. Right now, we’re teaching them after college which is too late for ICT training,” Matunog pointed out.

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New IT whiz kids from Davao

F YOU THINK young kids from Davao aren’t smart enough to come up with an IT product better than Facebook , Twitter, Instagram, or even software that could shame Bill Gates, think again.

More new software that solves specific problems in systems and communications will keep the ICT industry here busy in the coming years, according to industry chairman Samuel Matunog, who also heads the ICT Davao Inc association.

Matunog himself is so astounded what kids barely out of college could turn out with their computers these days.

“Everything seems to be happening here. We like to see Davao as the source of many original ICT products that attracts the attention of software engineers and venture capitalists in Silicon Valley,” Matunog told this writer.

Matunog said five ICT innovators in Davao have already gone to Silicon Valley with their winning “creative solutions” and innovations to problems bugging some industries, institutions and hospitals. Almost daily, these young kids are coming up with almost miraculous

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All Saints’ Day a festive affair SPECIAL FEATURE

BY HONOR BLANCO CABIE

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Part 1 of 2

LL Saints’ Day in Southeast Asia’s predominantly Christian country is, much like many of the other holidays in this nation of 98 million people, a memorial affair.

It is a day of remembrance and honor for saints -– and the names of these saints in the Gregorian calendar crowd each of the 365, if common, or 366, if leap year, boxes for days.

The Catholic and Protestant churches, including the Aglipayan sect -- which has its roots in Ilocos Norte, where the first Aglipayan Mass was celebrated in the hill town of Pinili in the early part of the 20th century -celebrate the day on Nov. 1.

But All Souls’ Day is also marked by the Filipino Catholics and the Aglipayans.

The Eastern Orthodox Church observes All Saints’ Day on the first Sunday after Pentecost. Both All Saints’ Day and All Hallows Eve, celebrated the day before, have roots in ancient Celtic beliefs and practices.

On Nov. 1, Filipinos, whatever their religious affiliations, do not just remember and honor the saints they have asked previously to intercede for them in seeking God’s blessings.

They also go to the graveyards –the manicured greens of private memorial parks in the metropolis or the now urbanized population centers or the often heavily crowded public town cemeteries often outside the populated municipal blocks.

One graveyard arc north of the capital has an eerie message: “Dakami ita, dakayonto no bigat.” (It’s us today, your turn tomorrow.)

Another makes a humorist smile, as the legend, at the bayside Santa town cemetery in Ilocos Sur, suggests in bold letters, in English yet: This way to heaven.

Days before the celebration of All Saints’ Day, kin of the departed troop to the graveyards and clean up the tombs or uproot wayward grasses including the “cadena de amor,” the Antigonon leptopus Hook & Arn. coral vine which is abundant in Philippine cemeteries.

On the day itself, relatives -– at least in some parts of northern Philippines –- go to the graveyards to remember their departed kin 12 years and below, with those 13 years old and above to be remembered, with candles, food and masses the day after, or the better known All Souls’ Day. In the now highly congested metropolis, where Manila lies by the placid bay, the celebration –- often complete with ferris wheels and bunches of imported and locally grown different petals -- approximates the hilarity of town fiestas marked by marching bands.

In some towns in the Central Luzon Plains, the well- heeled surviving kin gather beside tombs or mausoleums of their departed and, among themselves, play cards, scrabble or mah jong, listen to CD music while killing time overnight until sunrise on All Souls’ Day when they pack for home.

Remembering their dead, to them, had been done on All Saints’ Day.

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MINDANAO’S SIGNATURE BRAND Davao group eyes huge potentials of Arabica coffee

By LOVELY A. CARILLO

Philippines News Agency

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HE Davao City Chamber of Commerce and Industry, Inc. (DCCCII) is pushing for the development of Arabica coffee as a signature brand for Mindanao.

“We see a lot of potentials in coffee which is why we decided to focus on this as one of the golden crops for the Davao Trade Expo (DATE 2013),” said architect Daniel T. Lim, DCCCII president. DATE is the biggest annual event organized by the local chamber of commerce with the allout support of Davao Region’s biggest agro-industrial firms, mostly export companies.

However, farmers should be taught the basics of coffee plantation management to improve and increase their yield, according to Lim. One of the private or-

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ganizations that have invested their time and effort in training coffee farmers, especially those located in insurgency areas, is Coffee for Peace, Inc. Its main focus is the promotion of peace in Mindanao through coffee.

“We realized that it was difficult to teach the people about peace without addressing their basic needs first so we went on to teach them about growing coffee,” according to Coffee for Peace, Inc. marketing manager Dawn Albert Pates.

Coffee for Peace has been providing training to the tribal communities in Mt. Matutum, Polomolok in South Cotabato, Mt. Apo in Kidapawan, North Cotabato and Mt. Kitanglad in Bukidnon since 2008. They discovered that these areas are richly planted with coffee trees despite the coffee

Edgar Tiu Barroso, proprietor of a Flying V gasoline station in Barangay Panacan on July 8, 2007.

The accused claimed that he pleaded guilty for he could no longer carry in his conscience the guilt of he had done which caused him to have sleepless nights.

After snatching Barroso, the gang asked a ransom of P10,000, 000 from the family for his release.

Before money exchanged hands however, Barroso was successfully

rescued after two days by the police. However, the rescue resulted in a shootout that killed PO2 Jaime Telebangko of the Regional Mobile Group (RMG) and a certain Jessie Muit, a former enlisted Philippine Army personnel.

Meanwhile, court rial of other accused gangmembers identified as PO2 Michael Sanz, Angelito Froilan, Wendel Asentista and Petronio Ali who are now detained, will continue. [EPC]

the Therma Marine Inc.’s oil-fired barges to supply power whenever needed. The power firm may also implement its Interruptible Load Program wherein large companies are requested to use their own generators instead of drawing power from the distribution line.

Also, Luga said that prior to the election period, its company officials have met with the Department of Education to advise them to check the electrical connections of the classrooms that will be used as polling areas.

On the day of the election, he said line crews

will be on standby in strategic areas to be able to respond immediately to problems affecting power supply while its telephone brigade will also be activated to cater to more customer calls should a power outage occur.

Lug said Davao Light encourages its customers be vigilant in reporting any of the following – nonfunctioning and always lighting streetlights, and overgrown trees and branches near power lines at 229-3572 (DLPC).

He said that those who will be flying kites are advised to stay away from overhead power lines.

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leaf rust in the 1800s which wiped out almost all coffee plantations in the world.

People behind Coffee for Peace got some samples of the coffee beans grown at Mt. Matutum and sent it for cupping to one of Canada’s biggest coffee companies whose managers were impressed and confirmed the high quality of the sample.

Aside from Arabica, there are three other major varieties of coffee. They are including Robusta, Liberica and Excelsa. The Kapeng Barako from Batangas falls under Liberica variety. Mindanaoans however refer to any coffee produced in the mountains as “native” regardless of the variety.

Majority, or 80 percent of the coffee being produced in Davao and in the country is Robusta since this is the variety being

bought by companies like Robina and Nestle for their 3in1 coffee products.

While Robusta is good for blending, she said, we are encouraging farmers to plant more Arabica since it is premium quality coffee that has less caffeine, less acidic and has a high 70 percent demand in the global market.

“We have an estimated 1,300 hectares of Arabica coffee from our trained farmers,” Ms Pates said.

Coffee for Peace now has trained close to 1,000 farmers in 27 tribal communities mostly from the B’laan tribe. The training includes coffee plantation management, peace and reconciliation and financial management.

The trainees are not allowed to graduate unless they can produce quality coffee, preferably follow-

ing the wet process as it is cleaner and more flavorful.

She said the country has not been exporting Arabica coffee for the past 27 years but they had a breakthrough last 2011 when they exported the coffee variety from Mt. Matutum to Canada.

“But Level Ground (importer) from Canada wanted 50 tons a month and we could only deliver 600 kilos,” she said.

Pates admitted that they could not even supply the local demand, much more the huge demand from the international market. They also have inquiries from Japan and Europe but they could not commit as of now until they see the first harvests beginning this year.

She said they expect

to see a good harvest late this year and by 2014 since they only started planting in 2009. Most of the farmers rejuvenated the areas already planted with coffee so that they produce better quality and yield. Following the correct process, each tree can produce 3 to 5 kilos every harvest, otherwise it could only produce less than a kilo of coffee.

“The good thing about Arabica is that it can be intercropped with strawberry and carrots so the farmers have other sources of income while waiting for the coffee trees to bear fruit,” she said.

And since the Arabica variety requires only 25 percent of sunlight, they also encourage the farmers to plant more trees and contribute to reforestation. [PNA]

have respect the rights of others.

“Huwag niyo pong hintayin na kayo pa ang gawing sampol dahil pag hindi kayo nagbago ay may kalalagyan din kayo,” he said.

Danao said his priority is the maintenance if not reduction of the current crime rate and to this he wants increased police visibility as part of this focus.

He said the newly acquired vehicles will help in maximizing police visibility and effectiveness as crime fights, referring to the 22 mobile vehicles and 35 motorcycles donated by the city local government. He said the additional vehicles will come a long way in making the presence of law enforcers even in far-flung areas of the city better felt than before.

Initial achievement

The DCPO’s first achievement under the leadership of Danao came last Thursday during an encounter with members of a armed robbery gang.

One of the members of the group called “Pichengco Gang” was killed in an encounter with policemen. The shootout reportedly occurred when a certain Tata was about to rob the Millenium Cash Finance Company, Inc at around 1:25 p.m. along Diversion Road in Buhangin. When personnel of the Intelligence Division of DCPO accosted Tata, the suspect allegedly pulled out a hand grenade from his pants’ pocket prompting the police officers to shoot him.

Danao said that they are now investigating reports that two to four remaining members of the robbery group are police

officers.

“We have received information that one or two remaining members of the group are policemen but we are yet to verify that. We are expecting more leads so that we could arrest these suspects,” Danao added.

He said that he will continue laudable anti-crime projects started

by Sr. Supt.Ronald dela Rosa especially his allout campaign against drugs and all forms of criminality.

Bato gets 9.99 rating Dela Rosa will move to Camp Crame as head of the PNP intelligence unit of the Philippine National Police. He views his present assignment as more challenging for all PNP intelligence units in the country will be reporting to him. He said that surveillance of terrorism activities is

top concern of his new office.

Davao City Mayor Rodrigo R. Duterte who was the guest of honor gave dela Rosa a 9.99-performance rating in a scale of 1 to 10.

“Conservative kasi ako so yun lang ang mabibigay ko,” Duterte said in an interview with reporters after the ceremony.

On the other hand, Chief Superintendent Wency T. Pascual, PRO Davao director, gave dela Rosa a perfect score of 10, describing him as a “well-rounded officer”.

“His commitment to serve Davao City is note worthy in solving insurgency, criminality and terrorism,” Pascual said.

He said he has high hopes for Danao as the next DCPO chief to maintain the peace and order in the city.

ture campaign has already started in certain cities in Luzon and Visayas, such as Manila and Cebu.

RA 6735, otherwise known as “The Initiative and Referendum Act,” is, “the power of the people under a system of initiative and referen-

dum to directly propose, enact, approve or reject, in whole or in part, the Constitution, laws, ordinances or resolutions, passed by any legislative body upon compliance with the requirements of this Act is hereby affirmed, recognized and

guaranteed.”

The Act state that there are three systems of initiative, namely, a.) initiative on the Constitution which refers to a petition proposing amendments to the Constitution; b.) Initiative on statutes which refers

to a petition proposing to enact a national legislation; and c.) Initiative on local legislation, which refers to a petition proposing to enact a regional, provincial, city, municipal, or barangay law, resolution or ordinance.

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A machine operator examines a barangay election candidate’s printed leaflets two days before the poll. Lean Daval Jr.

Comelec sees ‘smooth polls’ in Region 12

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T’S all systems go for the barangay elections on Monday in the entire Region 12 or the Soccsksargen Region, the Commission on Elections (Comelec) regional office said.

Lawyer Michael Abas, Comelec-12 director, said Friday they have completed all the necessary preparations for the conduct of the polls, specifically the distribution of election materials and the assignment of the teachers who will be serving as board of election tellers (BET).

He also said the security arrangements for the elections were already laid down during their final briefing with the Police Regional Office 12 and local units of the

Armed Forces of the Philippines last Wednesday.

The official said the briefing was joined by Philippine National Police Deputy Director General for Operations Felipe Rojas Jr., who reviewed the area’s overall security preparations.

“We’ve ironed out all the necessary election arrangements, especially in terms of security, and everything seems to be alright so far,” he said in an interview over Brigada News.

Comelec-12 has jurisdiction over the provinces of South Cotabato, Sultan Kudarat, Sarangani and North Cotabato and the cities of General Santos, Koronadal, Tacurong and Kidapawan.

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Police, military to serve as election tellers in ARMM

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S in previous elections, police and military personnel will serve as election tellers in the Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao (ARMM) in Monday’s barangay polls, in place of teachers who have refused to render service.

Teachers across the country normally serve as election tellers but fearing for their safety, many in the ARMM opt out of their election duties, Philippine National Police spokesperson Senior Supt. Reuben Theodore Sindac said on Thursday.

ARMM consistently has one of the highest numbers of election-related incidents in the country. Out of the 30 incidents recorded since September 28, the

start of the election period, five of them—all shooting incidents—occurred in the highly volatile region.

Among the dead are one barangay kagawad each from Jiabong, Sulu and Parang, Maguindanao.

The security situation is what prompted the Commission on Elections to request the PNP and the Armed Forces of the Philippines to take the place of public school teachers who have begged off from serving as election personnel.

The PNP also announced that it will send out one out every two of its desk-bound cops and cadets in training to augment PNP and AFP personnel serving in the elections. [Vince Nonato/VERA Files]

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Perez Central Elementary School in Bunawan, Davao City, and Sto. Tomas Central Elementary School also received 150 units wooden armchairs each in addition to 3-classroom, one storey school buildings that the schools also got from the electric utility.

Davao Light’s Manager for Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) Vic N. Sumalinog turned over the chairs donation at Matina Central Elementary School. At Southern Davao he was joined in by Asst.

Vice President and Davao Light Panabo Branch Manager Engr. Reynold Felix and Community Relations Department Supervisor Fermin Edillon for the arm chairs turn-over.

These were received by the schools’ respective principals, facilities in-charge and witnessed by some teachers and students.

In his turn-over message at Southern Southern Davao National High School, Engr. Felix emphasized that the chairs are made of used wood coming from crates of imported

DONATION. Davao Light Corporate Social Responsibility Manager Vic N. Sumalinog (center in shirt jack) poses for a photo with (from right) Southern Davao National High School Principal Manuel M. Esperanza, Southern Davao Barangay Captain Jose Resurreccion, Panabo City Mayor Jose Silvosa Sr.’s executive assistant Jovito Glodo and Davao Light Panabo Branch Manager Engr. Reynold Felix. Seated in front on some of the newly turned over arm chairs are class presidents of the school. Some students are also at the background. machinery and equipment.

Engr. Felix said converting crate materials into arm chairs for students is part of the company’s advocacy for sustainable programs for the community.

He also urged the students to take care of the arm chairs so these will last long and the students who will come after them in the years to come will still be able to use the same furniture.

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ern Davao National High School principal Manuel Esperanza committed to ensure the chairs’ preservation and be spared from whatever kinds of vandalism.

The same commitment was also made by the principal and other officials of Matina Central Elementary School when they received the arm chairs from Davao Light.

They also said the 150 wooden arm chairs will

surely provide the students ease inside the classroom thus enhancing their capability to absorb the lessons taught.

On the part of the company, utilizing crates in producing arm chairs is one way of sparing several trees from being felled down for the purpose of producing seats for students. In effect, this will help reduce the pace with which the country’s forest resources are depleted.

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Southwoods masters field, seals 3-peat

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AVAO – Manila Southwoods Masters played pressure-free all day and matched rival Cebu Country Club’s closing 146 to romp away with a 22-point victory and complete a first-ever three-peat in the eighth PAL Ladies Interclub at the Rancho Palos Verdes layout here yesterday.

MiyaLegaspi fired 53 Molave points while Annika Cedo and Missy Legaspi backed her up with 47 and 46 points, respectively, for that 146 as the talent-laden Southwoods Masters duplicated its romp in the event’s revival in 2011 here and in Iloilo last year where it dominated Del Monte twice for the rare feat.

“It was nice to play without feeling any pressure at all. But we did not want to celebrate early. I just told the girls to be cautious and play steady. Everyone is happy to get our three-peat,” said Southwoods Masters team captainBeachieAbiera, who didn’t count for the second straight day with a 42.

Counting its earlier rounds of 144, 155 and 147, Southwoods Masters finished with a 592 total, keeping its over-

night 22-point lead intact as Cebu CC failed to gain any headway in the final round that virtually served as the coronation day for the Carmona, Cavite-based squad.

CCC team captain Kim Hong did come up with a strong finishing kick worth 55 points, one-under in stroke play, but Stephanie Olea and Jyra Wong could only score 47 and 44, respectively, for that 146 and a 570.

Ryoko Nagai’s 31 didn’t figure in the fourto-play, three-to-count format event sponsored

by Philippine Airlines.

Despite the loss, the Cebuanos vowed to bounce back next year with a matured, title-hungry roster.

“We will definitely be back and stronger next year. As to whether we’ll field in the same nucleus, it will be a surprise,” said CCC general manager JericHechanova, whose squad included 12-year-old JuniaGabasa, 16-year-old AlyeskaYunam, and 14-year-old Louise Kaye Go. AbegailArevalo, who started for Southwoods Masters along with Lora Roberto, Kat Gonzales and Claire Ong, also took the individual crown

in the premier division with a 106 while Roberto placed second at 103 to underscore the team’s domination.

Up by 22 points after three rounds, the Southwoods ladies never really gave their rivals a chance for a comeback with MiyaLegaspi gunning down a birdie on the opening hole. Though she stumbled with a double-bogey on the ninth and made three bogeys in a six-hole stretch from No. 7, she put on a fiery windup, birdying the last three holes in close range to salvage a one-over 53 card.

“Overall, my game was okay except for those three-putts on 10 and 13,” said MiyaLegaspi, who also rescued two pars in four times that she went out of regulation at the front.

Alabang I also coasted to a whopping 59-point victory over Southwoods Legends as it re-claimed the Founders Division crown with a 528 after a 125. Southwoods Legends scored a second straight 114 and wound up with a 469 while Valley South finished third with a 459 after a 112.

Tagaytay Highlands closed out with a 103 for

joint fourth at 417 with Mactan, which had a 108, while Ilolo finished sixth at 375 after a 99.

Apo I retained the Sportswriters Division crown with a 121 for a 506 and a 54-point win over Rancho Palos Verdes I, which had a 117 and a 452 while Pueblo de Oro pooled a 391 after a 98 for third while Eagle Ridge rallied with a 107 to place fourth at 386, edging Victorias, which had a 102 for a 382.

The Lady Eagles from Australia fired a brilliant 137 to run away with the Friendship Division crown with a 465 and a 20-point victory over Davao City, which had a 121 and a 445. Aguinaldo came in third at 413 after a 126 followed by Alabang 2 (109-406), Valley North (91-377),

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FOOD

One door, three countries FORMALLY opening its doors to the people of Davao, this 3 in 1 dining experience is a non –stop gastronomical goodness that will surely keep your palate craving for more.

Stepping inside, you will be transported to three different continents in a bite.

With only your imagination to limit you, you will most certainly have the grandest time while gradually satisfying your thirst for a flavorful adventure.

Sushi Dito A forerunner in the food industry, it has the same goodness that we have all grown to love. More than its food, its zen-like atmosphere enables you to appreciate the details that surround you.

From their minimalist color scheme to their serene fish tank, you will feel

the energy escalating as you enjoy every second inside. Oh and yes, the food is par excellence – same old Sushidito we all have grown to love!

Klasikos ng Pilipinas As the name suggests,

Klasiko is all about our great Filipino cravings.

With dishes that are authentic and rich as our culture and tradition, you will surely have a feast with its many traditionally inspired and savory dishes that are truly pinoy to the core.

From the yummy ulam cooked to perfection to its many sweet panghimagas, they have all that you need – and more. Drop by and let your past dictate what food to choose. Remember, have an adventure and eat!

Il Forno Pizzas & Pastas With the scorching flame to hint you, this is not your typical Italian restaurant. Eat, dine and wine with their extensive choices -- from pizza to breads to pasta, il forno is a definite

hub for anyone’s growling tummy.

Have always been curious of how pizza’s are made minus the industrial oven?

Well, you will be in for a treat. Il Forno opens a portion of the magnificent Co-

leseum and let’s you take a sneak peek at how pizza’s should be made – wood fired brick oven style!

So, if you are in the mood to indulgence and satisfy your gastronomical cravings, then head on

to the newest 3 in 1 dining experience that will surely get the people of Mindanao craving for more. Visit them at Hai Global Building, J.P. Laurel Avenue, Bajada, Davao City. See you there!

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Globe Telecom to launch iPhone 5s and iPhone 5c on November 15 GLOBE TELECOM today announced it will offer the iPhone 5s, the most forwardthinking smartphone in the world, and iPhone 5c, the most colorful iPhone yet, to customers beginning November 15, 2013. Customers may pre-register interest today at http:// beta.globe.com.ph/ iphone5c or http:// beta.globe.com.ph/ iphone5s. For more information, please visit https://iphone.globe. com.ph/. For more information on iPhone, please visit: www. apple.com/iphone.

Shopping, entertainment and prizes at SM Davao LAST Oct 18 to 20, SM City Davao shoppers were not only treated to amazing discounts of up to 70% off but also with great entertainment, raffle prizes and other surprises.

On its first hours of the 3 Day Sale, SM Advantage/ Prestige and BDO Rewards cardholders enjoyed additional mark discounts on top of the price markdowns at the SM affiliate stores. In the evening of October 18, The Voice Philippines finalists Thor, Radha, Eva and Kim awed their Davaoeno followers with their topcalibre performances at the Event Center.

Fans were also given the chance to have their The Voice Album signed by the four artists.

The Philippine Prince of Pop Erik Santos serenaded the SM Davao shoppers on October 19.

Erik’s show was part of his album tour and concert promotion. The Star in A Million champion is celebrating his 10th year in the industry this year. His flawless voice swooned the girls in the crowd.

On Sunday, October 20, teen sweethearts Ella Cruz and Paul Salas sent shivers to their young fans at the Annex Atrium.

There is no doubting that the fantasy series Aryana success has kept its magic alive even after the show has ended early this year. Lucky guests were able to meet and greet their idols after the show.

Topping the sale event was the 3 Day Sale raffle draw were lucky shoppers Jerrah Mei Saberon and Rules Gonzales won new Suzuki scooters.

Shopping, entertainment and surprises are all at SM City Davao!

For inquiries, call 297.6998. Like SM City Davao on Facebook or follow @smcitydavao on Twitter for event and promo updates.

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9 Works presents Grease in Manila

FROM theater veterans to equally talented newbies, the entire cast of 9 Works Theatrical’s upcoming production of Grease is sure to take you on a rockin’ ride to the 1950s for huge doses of laughter, love, great music, and lots of a-wop-bamboom!

With book, music and lyrics by Jim Jacobs and Warren Casey, Grease was originally staged on Broadway in 1972, and became one of its longest-running musicals. The movie adaptation starring John Travolta and Olivia Newton-John in 1978 has proven to be one of the highest-grossing movie musicals of all time.

Since then, there have been several revivals of the musical, and 9 Works Theatrical is proud to give you an updated version to include songs from the hit movie such as “Hopelessly Devoted to You” and “You’re the One that I Want,” which weren’t included in the original stage version.

In a small town called Rydell, the senior class students of Rydell High are all concerned about fitting in, growing up, and, of course, finding love. We meet members of the raucous T-Bird Gang led by Danny Zuko and their sassy female equivalents, the Pink Ladies. When new girl Sandy Dumbrowski arrives in town, the Pink Ladies take her under their collective wing, although unwillingly at first. The story kicks off when, at the start of the school year, we discover Danny and Sandy’s hot summer fling, and the awkwardness of the situation because of Danny’s popularity and naïve Sandy being too much of a good girl.

Leading the cast are teenage lovebirds Danny Zuko and Sandy Dumbrowski played by Gian Magdangal and Frencheska Farr, respectively. No stranger to the stage, TV star and singer Gian is sure to charm and make your hearts swoon as confident and easy-going leader of the T-Birds, Danny. He was last seen in the musical productions of Katy! and Noli Me Tangere. Past productions with 9WT include The Wedding Singer as lead Robbie Hart and all three sold out runs of RENT as Roger. He was

also part of West Side Story and Footloose by Stages and Once on this Island by Actors Actors, Inc. While Grease will be her musical theater debut, singer-actress Frencheska Farr has a lot of accomplishments under her belt, including her much raved about performance in the movie musical Emir. As the winner of the hit reality TV show Are You the Next Big Star?, she went on to be part of various soap operas of GMA, including Binoy Henyo, Bukod Kang Pinagpala and One True Love, to name a few. She is also a mainstay of GMA’s Sunday noontime variety show, Sunday All Stars.

Also returning home to 9WT is singer, actress and MYX VJ Iya Villania who is excited to be playing the role of Betty Rizzo, the outspoken and sassy leader of the Pink Ladies. Iya was last seen onstage as Julia Sullivan in The Wedding Singer.

She is also seen every week in ABS-CBN’s Sunday variety show ASAP 18.

Alternating as Betty Rizzo is Jennifer Blair-Bianco, Fil-Am actor, singer and songwriter who has been reconnecting with her Filipino roots since moving to Manila. She has enjoyed performing abroad in roles like Celia in Shakespeare’s As You Like It, Ariel in The Tempest, the Baker’s Wife and the Witch in Into the Woods, and Fritzie in Cabaret. She was last seen in Repertory Philippines’ Boeing Boeing.

Another fresh face

making his professional Philippine stage debut is Rafa Siguion-Reyna (@ rafasreyna), who plays the T-Birds’ second-in-command, Kenickie. Having taken acting and dance workshops both here and in New York City, he was part of his school’s production of Chicago and has been a featured performer in shows like Eat Bulaga, Party Pilipinas and Kris TV. He is also a recent Cosmo Bachelor.

Added to the mix of newbies making their Philippine musical theater debut is Romanian-Chinese Carla Dunareanu (@ItsCarlaD) who’ll be playing fashion conscious Marty, the beauty of the Pink Ladies.

She began her professional acting career in Singapore, starring in award-winning films like Gourmet Baby and Autograph Book, and TV shows like Kids United, First Mums, En Bloc and Kitchen Musical among others. She also has a regular radio show on Magic 89.9 and was seen in Repertory Philippines’ play Boeing Boeing.

Each show of Grease will have audience members excited to find out who the surprise guest will be to fill in the role of Teen Angel who serenades the character of Frenchie during “Beauty School Dropout.”

Expect a different Teen Angel in each show—each one a notable stage, film or TV actor!

For the artistic team, director Robbie Guevara is joined by Lorenz Martinez

as assistant director, Joseph Tolentino as musical director for instrumentation, Sweet Plantado-Tiongson as musical director for vocals, Arnold Trinidad and Francis Matheu as choreographers, Mio Infante as scenographer (set and costume designer), John Batalla as lighting designer, Chuck Ledesma as sound designer, Myrene Santos as hair and makeup designer, Twinkle Zamora for costume execution, Leo Castillo as photographer, Tin Samson as playbill editor, and Larry Palma as graphic designer.

For over 40 years, Grease has remained one of the world’s most popular and beloved musicals. Time Magazine even dubbed its 2007 Broadway revival as the “#1 Musical of the Year.”

Now Danny, Sandy, Rizzo, Kenickie, and the Rydell gang are back, ready to bop and hand-jive at the Carlos P. Romulo Auditorium, all weekends from November 9 to December 1, 2013.

Grease will have Friday, Saturday, and Sunday galas at 8pm, Saturday matinees at 330pm and Sunday matinees at 4pm.

A limited number of performances are available for fundraising and block-buying. For tickets and other inquiries, please call 586.7105 or 0917.554.5560 or email info@9workstheatrical. com. Facebook: 9workstheatrical.

Twitter: @9WTonline. Instagram: @9WTonline.

Hashtag: #GREASEManila

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Architect Shamcey Supsup steps in as host of ‘Interior Motives: Season 2’ BEAUTY QUEEN, architect, and design buff Shamcey Supsup takes on a fun new way of expressing who she is and what she does as the new host of Lifestyle Network’s newly renovated design digest show “Interior Motives” as it launches its second season.

Set to take the Philippine audience into the vibrant and constantly evolving world of interior design in the country, Shamcey Supsup will putting on a different crown, letting people see a different side of

her—the side that exposes her passion and love for her craft of appreciating and creating extraordinary spaces.

“Interior Motives: Season 2” aspires to become the country’s television go-to source for design inspirations, tackling principles and elements of what makes a beautiful space as uncovered layer by layer with Shamcey. Together with some of today’s best designers in the country, she will be presenting the opening to dive into the vibrant world of design, as she searches for interiors that keep inspiration alive.

This new sea-

son of “Interior Motives” is made up of segment after segment of exemplary design, creating a wide look into what Philippine architecture and interior design has come to be.

The show will be taking on spaces that perfectly express what Shamcey deems truly beautiful, the people behind the best local designs, and even the tools that these great creators use in their craft.

Aside from all that, the quirky Almario sisters, Cynthia and Ivy, will be working their magic in a new surprising segment “Project: Makeover,” where this design duo will be using their passion, talent and partnership to turn otherwise empty spaces into ideal places.

Bringing design inspirations, all the right information, the latest trends, and Filipino talent to the table, “Interior Motives: Season 2” will be premiering on November 7 at 9:30pm only on the Lifestyle Network. For more details, visit and like the Lifestyle Network on Facebook at www.facebook. com/LifestyleNetwork.

Jessy, torn between the Teng brothers?

BASKETBALL superstars and real-life brothers Jeric and Jeron Teng’s confession that they have a crush on on Jessy Mendiola created a buzz on social media. And it didn’t take long before news reached the Pinay Maria Mercedes.

Jessy, who met the brothers in an episode of “Kris TV,” admitted that she felt very flattered by the brothers’ admission. She said, “I just hope we won’t feel awkward when we bump into each other somewhere one of these days.”

So far, Jessy has not seen Jeron or Jeric in person since the brothers made the revelation on TV, though she exchanged tweets with the two and was able to talk to them via phone patch when she sent them words of encouragement when they played for “Minute to Win It.” When asked if she would entertain the hardcourt hotties in case either one of them courts her, Jessy quipped, “I am open to being friends with them. They seem to be really nice guys but right now I am really focused on my work and bare-

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ly have time for love.”

Before Jeron and Jeric, actor Sam Milby and “Maria Mercedes” leading man Jake Cuenca first expressed their admiration for Jessy. Just like her character as Mercedes in the soap opera remake, Jessy is being eyed by many guys in and out of showbiz.

“I guess it’s one similiarity Mercedes and I have but I think she can handle boys better than I do,” joked Jessy.

“Sometimes I really don’t know how to react whenever someone tells me that this person or that person has a crush on me.”

Jessy is far from picking one lucky guy out of the many men who adore her

but her character Mercedes seems to be fancying Luis (Jake Cuenca) more as she gets more and more closer to the young businessman.

Will they take their friendship to the next level? How will Clavio (Jason Abalos) and Misty (Nikki Gil) take Mercedes and Luis’ closeness to each other?

Don’t miss the bittersweet story of “Maria Mercedes,” weeknights, on ABS-CBN’s Primetime Bida. For updates, follow @MariaMercedesPH on Twitter and like www. facebook.com/MariaMercedesOfficial on Facebook. Tweet your thoughts about the show using the hashtag #MariaMercedes.

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Fanfare for 15th TIME does fly and just like that, the Marco Polo Davao’s crystal anniversary is just around the corner and to celebrate the iconic hotel’s milestone, the Marco Polo Davao recently unveiled their 15th Anniversary Logo with a bang at Roxas Avenue, fronting the hotel.

The street was literally transformed into a chic cocktail lounge with the floor getting a nice plush carpet and a stage that screams to everyone and anyone who was on C.M. Recto Ave. The unveiling event was attended by the Marco Polo Davao’s corporate guests as well as city officials, media friends and associates and serves as the kick-off party for the hotel’s 15th Anniversary

celebration which also includes a Fun Ride on November 10, a Fun Run on November 17, the Carlos G. Dominguez Cup on December 14, and the 15th Anniversary Celebration on December 17.

The Marco Polo Davao also introduced food and beverage treats for the holidays as well as offered an anniversary room promo for the whole month of December.

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SPORTS 15

San Mig Coffee wins PBA Governors’ Cup

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AN Mig Coffee drubbed Petron Blaze in the winner-take-all Game 7, 87-77, to clinch the PBA Governors’ Cup in front of more than 21,000 spectators at the Araneta Coliseum on Friday night.

After engaging the Boosters in three tight quarters, the Mixers unleashed a searing 9-2 run in the final three minutes to break away and secure the title.

Marc Pingris outplayed Petron’s bigman Junemar Fajardo and finished Game 7 with 19 points and 17 rebounds to go with his 5 blocks.

It was a redemption of sorts for the Gilas player, who failed to finish in their Game 6 loss to the Boosters due to a sprained ankle.

“Inisip ko talaga na laro lang talaga eh... hindi ko na iniisip yung naisprain ako nun Game 6, ang sabi ko lang samahan lang ako ni Lord, ginabayan ako’t hindi sumakit ang paa ko,” said the 6’5” forward after the game.

“Sa lahat ng mga fans, kayo po ang nagbibigay ng lakas sa amin. Maraming salamat po sa pagpunta nyo rito.”

He was eventually named PBA Finals’ Most Valuable Player.

Trailing San Mig by 2 points at the half, the Boosters stalked the Mixers in the third but could not get any closer than 5 points.

Things went awry for Petron when Marques Blakely started a 9-2 exchange via a transition play

San Mig Coffee players celebrate after winning the 2013 Governor’s Cup. PBA/Nuki Sabio with 1:47 left to play in the match the all-time best re- interview.

“I’m so humbled becord of 15 titles set by PBA fourth quarter.

In that telling run, only coaching legend Virgilio cause my idol Baby Dalupan, when I was growMark Barroca managed to “Baby” Dalupan.

“I’m just very humbled ing up here, he was the score for the Boosters, sinking both of his free throws at the moment... i think guy, he was the man we all with 21.3 seconds left in the we’re the underdogs com- watched, and watched him ing in. Petron is such a well coached Crispa and even game.

The win enabled San constructed team,” said Great Taste later on. It’s so Mig coach Tim Cone to Cone during the post-game humbling to be able to tie a

great man like that.”

San Mig Coffee also frustrated the campaign of Petron’s rookie coach Gee Abanilla, who steered the Boosters to a sensational 8-1 run in the eliminations only to lose in their bestof-7 title series versus the Mixers, 4-3.

Blakely tallied 19 points for San Mig Coffee, which also got 16 points from PJ Simon.

Elijah Millsap and Fajardo scored 25 points and 20, respectively, for Petron, which failed to get added scoring boost from the rest of its crew.

N a profound act of generosity, Telecommunications Employees Multi-Purpose Cooperative (TELEMCO) has cooperated with ALA Promotions to help reach the selfless goals of the #Bangon Sugbohol movement, a collective effort of concerned individuals, businesses, and non-profit organizations to help the victims of the Bohol earthquake on Tuesday of last week.

TELEMCO, established in October of 1959, is a credit union considered to be one of the biggest cooperatives in province of Cebu. Among its goals of providing continuing education to its members, enhancing programs and services, and being a worldclass CO-OP, TELEMCO is also

fervently dedicated to social responsibility.

As such, the cooperative embarks on community development programs like tree planting, feeding under nourished children, and assistance to typhoon victims among others. To promote good health, it also provides sponsorship to members in the different fun runs initiated by different organization.

And in the current state of affairs, TELEMCO is now offering support to the victims of the intense earthquake in Bohol.

Channeling the potential outreach of ALA Promotion’s highly-anticipated boxing event Pinoy Pride XXII: “The Revenge,” TELEMCO has agreed to purchase tickets

in bulk and, in turn, will sell them to members at only 50% of the original cost. The company will then donate 15% of all ticket sales directly to the #Bangon Sugbohol movement.

The support for #Bangon Sugbohol is supplemented by the Filipino boxers themselves, including current champs Genesis Servania and Arthur Villanueva. All of the participating boxers have each dedicated their individual challenges as a fight not for themselves but for the helpless victims in Bohol.

With all the participation in honor of the quake victims, this “Sports” event has effectively been transformed into a “Supports” event.

sold out a week before the fight.

“We sold out about 80 per cent of the tickets. Only the most expensive ones remain,” Tracy said during his visit at Pacquiao’s Wildcard Gym in General Santos City on Thursday.

“We expect the remaining tickets to be

sold out around Tuesday the fight week when the high-rollers arrive at the Casino.”

The Pacquiao-Rios bout will be staged at The Venetian Macao’s 15,000-seater Cotai Arena, which has already hosted some of Top Rank’s recent fight cards.

Pingris named MVP

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ARC Pingris was named Most Valuable Player of the PLDT Telpad Governors’ Cup finals after lifting his team to victory in Game Seven.

The San Mig Coffee defensive demon posted monster numbers of 19 points, 17 rebounds, and five blocks in the series clincher as the Mixers completed their unfinished business after losing in the title series last season.

He also set the tone for San Mig Coffee, opening the game with six straight points over 6-foot-10 Petron center June Mar Fajardo. He also took on the challenge of defending Boosters import Elijah Millsap, who finished with a series-low 25 points.

Pingris capped the 87-77 win with two free throws as San Mig Coffee fans chanted “MVP! MVP!” He acknowledged

them in an address after the match. “Kayo po ang nagbibigay ng lakas sa akin,” said Pingris, who also gave all the credit to San Mig Coffee coach Tim Cone.

“Mahal na mahal ko yung Coach ko na yan eh.

Kahit pinapagalitan ako palagi.”

It was Pingris’ second finals MVP after winning the same honors in the 2006 Philippine Cup for the Purefoods Tender Juicy Giants.

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Tickets for Pacquiao vs Rios 80% sold out

Marc Pingris wins his second MVP award after lifting San Mig Coffee to victory in Game Seven. PBA/Nuki Sabio

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IGHTY percent of the tickets for the welterweight clash between Manny Pacquiao and Brandon Rios this November 24 have already been sold.

Venetian Macao CEO Ed Tracy told Dong Secuya of Philboxing that he expects the remaining tickets to be

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