Edge Davao 7 Issue 22

VOL. 7 ISSUE 22 • TUESDAY, APRIL 15, 2014

www.edgedavao.net

P 15.00 • 20 PAGES

EDGEDAVAO Serving a seamless society

ROAD WORTHINESS A motorcycle owner checks his bike before taking it to the road.

This scene will be repeated in most areas of the country this Holy Week as Filipinos troop to the provinces on motorcycles, cars and public transport vehicles. The regional office of the Land Transportation Office (LTO) has issued a checklist to all motorists planning to travel during the Lenten break. Lean Daval Jr.

TRUCK DRIVER CHARGED TMC sets up check point at accident-prone section of Maa road By aRManDo B. FeneQUITo JR.

L

abf@edgedavao.net

oCal law enforcers filed charges yesterday against the truck driver who figured in a road mishap that killed eight people near Gap Farm along diversion road Ma-a last Saturday night.

The Talomo Police Precinct submitted driver Kim P. Canque of Sto. Niño, Carmen, Davao del Norte, for inquest procedure before the City Prosecution Office for reckless

imprudence resulting to multiple homicides, physical injuries and damaged to property.

Based on initial investigation, five vehicles were travers-

FTRUCK, 10

Checkpoint explained

By Cheneen R. Capon

T

crc@edgedavao.net

he road accident that resulted in the death of eight people at Maa Diversion road last Saturday night prompted the Traffic Management Center of Davao City to install a traffic detachment on the highest point of the highway at the Junction of Carlos P. Garcia (Diversion Road) and Cross-

ing Barangay Langub yesterday.

The checkpoint, installed as of 3 p.m. yesterday, is mandated to require drivers of big trucks to check their brakes before continuing their way to Matina or Maa , thus preventing the occurrence of future accidents

FROAD, 10

WHEELCHAIRS FOR PWD. A young recipient smiles as she receives a wheelchair from the Ateneo de Davao University (ADDU) Community Engagement and Advocacy Council through the School of Nursing and Social Work Department and the Knights of Columbus and the American Wheelchair Mission at Finster Hall yesterday. A total of 280 wheelchairs, walkers, canes, and crutches were distributed to beneficiaries. Lean Daval Jr.

2 THE BIG NEWS EDGEDAVAO

VOL. 7 ISSUE 22 • TUESDAY, APRIL 15, 2014 DELIVERY. A delivery man hauls a huge cart full of snack food along E. Quirino Avenue in Davao City yesterday. Lean Daval Jr.

Total lunar eclipse Tax payment deadline today visible on Tuesday

By Cheneen R. Capon

a

TOTaL lunar eclipse will occur in the country on Tuesday, the Philippine atmospheric, Geophysical and astronomical Services administration (PaGaSa) said.

In an interview, Mario Raymundo, said the eclipse will begin at Tuesday 12:53 p.m.

Philippine Standard Time (PST) and will end at 6:37 p.m. PST. however, Raymundo said it will be visible in the Philippines as penumbral eclipse or partial illumination during the last stage of the event. he added that in Manila, the moon will rise at 6:12 p.m.

on april 15 and will set at 5:26 a.m. on april 16. Therefore, the penumbral eclipse will be observed for about 25 minutes from 6:12 p.m. to 6:37 p.m. this april 15. ”Reminded the sky watchers not to expect anything spectacular during the total lunar eclipse as the entire event will be seen from western africa, western europe, the americas, australia and eastern asia,” Raymundo told the Philippines News agency (PNa).

Raymundo also said that an annular eclipse of the sun will

FTOTAL, 10

WEATHER FORECAST

T

crc@edgedavao.net

axPayeRS in the region who cannot file their income tax before the 5 p.m. deadline today will be charged with penalties and interest after Bureau of Internal Revenue regional director Glen Geraldino declared yesterday that the operation of the office will stop by 5 p.m.

The warning was reiterated by the BIR 11 assistant chief for assessment division Susan D. Tusoy who announced the deadline of tax filing today (april 15) in yesterday’s edition of Kapehan sa Dabaw at SM City annex.

“Our system will automatically close by 5 p.m as

well as the office itself, so I advice tax filers to come early,” Tusoy said. Late filers will be charged with 25 percent surcharge along with 20 percent interest and corresponding compromised penalty.

“They can go by the next day but they will not be accommodated in the regular manner without penalty,” she stressed.

“Our tax filers need to be disciplined,” she bared.

Tusoy said that about 10,000 deadline beaters are expected to file today at BIR regional office, district offices and satellite offices. These will be coming from Mati, Digos City, Tagum City, east and

West District Offices of BIR 11 in Davao City. each municipality in the region will be also receiving tax filers via their collection office.

“We dont have file center in malls for this year but they can still file on our partnered banks,” she said. BIR 11 has accredited 20 banks for the filing process. “about 70 percent of the 30,000 tax payers in the region have already filed before the deadline,” she said, adding that of this figure, 20 percent filed online using the electronic Register File Pay System (e-RFPS). It also include those who filed in the banks.

The e-RFPS, is part of the campaign of the revenue agency to lessen the number of tax evaders in Davao Region.

The bureau launched the “Register, File, Pay (RFP) 2014” tax campaign last March which has been instrumental in the improvement in tax registration, Susan said.

“Dati konti lang umaattend ng mga seminars and workshops namin on tax but now it doubled,” she cited.

With the RFP 2014 campaign, the bureau is expecting lesser number of late filers .

BIR 11 is targeting to collect a total P13. 4 billion this year.

and van terminals in the city to ensure the road worthiness of the public transport vehicles that will travel going to the provinces. he said that the monitoring will last up to april 21. “at least, kung makita na opaw ang ligid di gyud nato pa biyaheon. Kung buak ang salamin, walay wiper, walay mga suga dili nato pabiyaheon,” Gonzaga said.

Gonzaga also urged the public to report if they will see some violations of the vehicles committed so that they can act immediately. “kung tan-aw ninyo sa sakyanan, sa hitsura niya na medyo kagang-kagang naay

problema isumbong dayon ninyo sa amoa or reklamo sa driver para ma call ilang attention labi na ang mga abusado nga drivers,” he stressed.

Gonzaga said that aside from the inspection of public vehicles in the terminal, they will also conduct a ‘road-side’ inspection in the highways of the city. he said that they will also give attention on the vehicles traversing Diversion Road since this highway is an accident prone road. he also said that the speed-limit apprehension still continues as this was the mandate of Davao City Mayor Rodrigo R. Duterte.

LTO tells operators to make buses road worthy By aRManDo B. FeneQUITo JR.

T

abf@edgedavao.net

he Land Transportation Office 11 obliged bus and van owners this holy Week to ensure the road worthiness of their vehicles before they will solicit passengers in the terminals.

LTO 11 assistant regional director Macario Gonzaga told edge Davao in an interview that they should check first all parts of their vehicles such as tires, brakes, windshields and lights as well as their documents before they will go to the streets.

Gonzaga said that they will give a checklist that need to be complied by the owners before they will allow the vehicles to travel. he said that

the LTO enforcers checked some parts of the vehicles if they were really able to convey passengers going to their destination safely.

“Sigurohon nila pati ilang dokumento, rehistrado ilang sakyanan, current ilang prankisa kay for hire man sila. Para in kaso na dili gyud mapugngan ang disgrasya protektado ang atong mga passesngers, mga insurances. Of course, kanang mga disgrasya na gapugngan at least nakita nato na road worthy imong sakyanan dili kagang-kagang,” said Gonzaga.

Gonzaga said that starting yesterday they already conducted an inspection in bus

NEWS 3

VOL. 7 ISSUE 22 • TUESDAY, APRIL 15, 2014

Real estate board exam passers invited to join DBR foundation

T

he Davao Board of Realtors Foundation, Inc. (DBRFI) is inviting passers of the recent real estate board examination to be members of the foundation.

This was announced by Roy C. Rabor, DBRFI president, who said the foundation held a victory party at World Palace Ballroom Function hall last March 29, 2014 to honor the real estate board examination passers.

The examination supervised by the Professional Regulation Commission (PRC) was held last March 16 at the University of Mindanao- Matina Campus in Davao City. Simultaneous exams were also held in the cities of Metro Manila, Baguio, Legaspi, Lucena, Iloilo, Cebu and Cagayan de Oro. PRC released the results after five days saying that 2,048 passed, or a national

passing rate of 58 percent, out of a total 3,535 who took the test.

In Davao City, seven passers placed in the Top Ten. They are atty. Jerry M. Catague- 3rd; Janelle amistoso-4th; aldrin C. Oliva-7th; Wyna L. Lumanag8th; Lilibeth D. Maquilan-8th ;atty. Cyril L. Cole-9th and Jolla angelica a. Soriaga-9th. among those who review in DBRFI, 164 out of 280 passed or 60% as its passing rate.

DBRFI President Rabor encouraged the passers to join DBRFI and work together for more successes in their new journey in the real estate practice.

Since the passage of Real estate Service act (ReSa) under R.a.9646 which took effect on July 30, 2009, the PRC supervises the annual real estate exam-

FREAL, 10 BOARD EXAM PASSERS. 1ST row—Lilibeth Maquilan-8th; Janelle Amistoso-4th; Atty. Gerry Catague-3rd; Wyna Lumanag; and Atty. Cyril Cole-9th 2nd row-

Philippine pharmacists MAyOR RODy: not globally competitive Include mosques in subdivision plan

IPP Jovencio Cainong; PP Liza Parreno; Pres. Roy Rabor; PAREB Pres, Leonora Gutierrez; PP Aileen Sugano; Gemma Asumna Lagria (partially hidden); Monaliza Alviso; Stella Aguiluz;

By Cheneen R. Capon

T

crc@edgedavao.net

he Philippines may be capable of producing competitive licensed pharmacists but not qualified enough to the global standard, Philippine Pharmacist association- Davao City chapter business manager Sheldon Jay S. Silva bared.

“We need to integrate our education system for pharmacy because in Singapore, it take five years to be licensed pharmacist while we have four years,” Silva said during his guesting at Monday’s Kapehan sa Dabaw at SM City annex.

“Our licensed pharmacist here is only employed as assistant pharmacist in Singapore,” Silva said. The four-year system of taking Pharmacy is not enough to supply the global demand for pharmacist, according to Silva.

For the record, only the University of the Philippines (UP) and University of Santo Tomas (UST) adopt the five year system in Pharmacy.

“Our pharmacists are not yet accredited abroad because of our education system,” Silva said while citing the impor-

FOFFICIAL, 10

By aRManDo B. FeneQUITo JR.

D

abf@edgedavao.net

avaO City Mayor Rodrigo R. Duterte wants to include two mosques in the subdivision plan for the fire-ravaged Isla verde.

City administrator Jesus Melchor v. Quitain told reporters yesterday that Mayor Duterte instructed him that there shall be separate area where the mosques will be erected.

Quitain said that the plan submitted by the city housing and homesite division chief Roy Ryan a. Rigor need

to be reconfigured since the mosques were not included. he said that there will be portions that needs to be resurveyed and there would and the sizes of old lots will be ‘practically’ affected.

Quitain said that that he ordered City Planning and Development Office to conduct ground surveys to gather facts and will be consolidated with the aerial drone survey conducted by Public Safety and Security and Command Center last week.

he said that he ordered the task force to come up with options on what approach that could address the problems in the area which will be presented to the mayor.

Last april 8, city government issued the executive Order No. 18 creating the Task Force Isla verde aimed at providing security and maintaining peace and order in the affected areas.

The eO stipulates that the task force will likewise conduct survey and delin-

Holy Week security in IGaCoS boosted I

ROAD MISHAP. Traffic Management Center (TMC) chief Rhodelio Poliquit gives updates of the tragic road mishap in Ma-a, Davao City last Saturday which left 8 people dead and critically injured 14 others during this week’s edition of Kapehan sa Dabaw at the Annex of SM City Davao. Lean Daval Jr.

eate spaces for road drainage, identify suitable areas for housing, establishment of buffer zones and revalidation of the findings on the identities of the fire victims and actual occupants in the area.

The task force is created to provide and facilitate the delivery of assistance to the fire victims.

The eO will address the access of fire trucks and other fire-fighting equipment to ‘ingress and egress’ in fire-ravaged areas.

N anticipation of the influx of tourists, the city government of Island Garden City of Samal (IGaCOS) will assemble security forces from government agencies and non government organizations to safeguard the island during the holy Week exodus.

In an interview, Police Superintedent Roland agohob, chief of police, said that around 500 security forces from 14 different agencies will guard the perimeters of the island covering its land, sea and air during the holy Week break on april 17-21.

The forces will be coming from armed Forces of the Philippines (Naval Forces of eastern Mindanao (NFeM) and Naval Security Unit (NavSU), Tactical Operation Group xI and 1003rd Infantry Brigade); Philippine air Force; Maritime Police; Philippine Coast Guard; IGaCoS Philippine National Police; Task Group Samal; Bureau of Fire Protection; City health Office; Kabalikat Civicom; and City

Mayor’s Office-City Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Division and Public Information Division.

To harmonize the efforts of each security agency, Supt. agohob said that this year the city will activate a command center at the Peñaplata Freedom Park, following an incident command system with Mayor aniano antalan as the commander and him as the deputy. agohob said that they also met with owners of beach resorts to establish rescue centers in their area to directly address untoward incidents.

Melrose arig, city information officer here, said that a send-off ceremony is set on the morning of april 17 at the command center to properly dispatch the forces to their respective assignments. agohob added that the command center will be manned by representatives from the different agencies and can be reached through mobile phone number 0942.9319998.

[PIA 11/Michael Uy]

4

EDGEDAVAO

BIGGER PICTURE

VOL. 7 ISSUE 22 • TUESDAY, APRIL 15, 2014 Internet Photos

TB: still a health threat

By GeRRy T. eSTReRa

“I

Contributor

F the misery of the poor be caused not by the laws of nature, but by our institutions, great is our sin.”

– Charles Darwin Imagine this: 63 deaths per day but there’s no news about it. accidents are always on radio and television; no one is giving a big fuss about tuberculosis (TB) that afflicts 712 Filipinos every day.

The World health Organization (WhO) lists as the Philippines as among the four countries that account for 93 percent of the tuberculosis cases and deaths in the Western Pacific region.

“The Philippines, Cambodia, China and vietnam account for 93 percent of the estimated regional TB burden of 1.6 million cases and 110,000 deaths each year. These four countries are among the 22 high-burden countries worldwide,” said the WhO in a statement. “as a result of this high infection rate, visa applications are delayed for more than fifteen percent of Filipinos applying to immigrate to the United States,” says the US embassy in Manila. “(TB) is the number one medical-related refusal for immigrant visa applicants.”

Three years ago, Marianne received an e-mail from her mother. She was petitioned of going to the United States. The 32-year-old single teacher from Davao City was ecstatic to hear the news.

after all, she had been dreaming of going to the land of milk and honey.

Unfortunately, it has been more than a year now but her visa application is still pending.

She wondered why. It all started when, after having a medical check-up, she was found to have TB. although the incidence of TB in the country had declined in the last 21 years, many patients still died daily due to failure to seek medical treatment, health assistant Secretary Dr. eric Tayag said in a press briefing in Manila a few weeks back.

Of the 712 Filipinos afflicted with TB every day, only 632 seek treatment (of which only 577 are able to complete the entire six-month treatment).

TB has existed since at least 2000 B.C., as shown by TB tubercles found in mummified bodies. References to TB can be found in the writings of ancient Babylonia, egypt, and China . The term “tuberculosis” was first used in 1839, and it is derived from the Latin word tubercula, meaning “small lump,” referring to the small scars seen in tissues of infected individuals.

In the past, TB was considered the world’s deadliest disease. Then, in 1944, 21-year-old “Patricia” with progressive, far-advanced pulmonary TB received the first injection of streptomycin.

She improved dramatically during the ensuing

five months and was discharged in 1947. She was evaluated in 1954 and found to be healthy and the happy mother of three children.

“This injection began the age of modern anti-TB treatment and led – until recently – to dramatic reductions in TB in industrialized countries,” says the United Nations health agency based in Geneva, Switzerland.

The success of drug therapy and the declining rates of disease incidence in the middle part of the 19th century instilled a sense of confidence in public health officials that TB could be conquered.

But like phoenix that rises from ashes, TB has staged a comeback. “year after year, century after century, tuberculosis tightened its relentless grip, worsening with wars and famines that reduced people’s resistance, infecting virtually everyone but inexplicably sparing some while destroying others,” wrote Dr. Frank Ryan, author of Tuberculosis: The Greatest Story Never Told. yes, TB comes back – in a deadlier and more complicated form. “The current TB epidemic is expected to grow worse, especially in developing countries, because of the evolution of MDR (multidrug-resistant) strains and the emergence of aIDS (acquired Immune Deficiency Syndrome), which comprises human immune system and

makes them more susceptible to infectious diseases,” notes anne Platt of the Worldwatch Institute.

With every tick of the clock, someone is infected with TB somewhere. about a third of the world’s total population is currently infected with TB, the WhO points out. according to the US Center for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), there are two tests that can be used to help detect TB infection: a skin test or TB blood test. The Mantoux tuberculin skin test is performed by injecting a small amount of fluid (called tuberculin) into the skin in the lower part of the arm. a person given the tuberculin skin test must return within 48 to 72 hours to have a trained health care worker look

for a reaction on the arm.

The TB blood tests measure how the patient’s immune system reacts to the germs that cause TB. “a positive test for TB infection only tells that a person has been infected with TB germs. It does not tell whether or not the person has progressed to TB disease,” the CDC explains. “Other tests, such as a chest x-ray and a sample of sputum, are needed to see whether the person has TB disease.”

John was struck down by a chronic disease that knocked off his well-built body. The athletic guy suddenly found himself coughing constantly and feeling lethargic. his physician prescribed antibiotics, but a week later, walking along the street, he began coughing up blood

and lung tissue. his doctor arranged a chest x-ray and two weeks later John was diagnosed as having TB. “I was stunned,” said John. “It was the last thing I ever considered. I had always been perfectly fit and healthy. I’m the last person you would expect to be afflicted by this kind of illness.”

TB disease can be treated by taking several drugs for 6 to 12 months.

“It is very important that people who have TB finish the medicine and take the drugs exactly as prescribed,” the CDC reminds. “If they stop taking the drugs too soon, they can become sick again; if they do not take the drugs correctly, the germs that are still alive may become resistant to those drugs.”

5 THE ECONOMY

EDGEDAVAO VOL. 7 ISSUE 22 • TUESDAY, APRIL 15, 2014

Cash-lite societies are more disaster-resilient, says BSP T

yPhOON yolanda highlighted the larger role that mobile money solutions play in disaster response, according to the Bangko Sentral Deputy Governor Nestor a. espenilla, Jr. espenilla, who was keynote speaker at the World Continuity Congress held recently in Makati City, said there is a need for the Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP) to promote further the use of mobile money and electronic payments in general. These provide greater flexibility especially during disasters when actual cash may be difficult to get hold of.

“We must promote the use of mobile money or electronic payments to take advantage of the fact that 93 percent of the country’s population are mobile phone users and that there is 99 percent cellular coverage around the country,” espenilla said during his keynote at the conference where he spoke about lessons for business continuity management in the aftermath of yolanda.

Smart Communications, Inc. (Smart) has been working with the BSP and other financial institutions to further propagate mobile money in the Philippines. Majority of Filipinos still prefer cash transactions over electronic payments.

The scale of the devastation of yolanda was such that many of the business establishments, including banks, were temporarily closed down in the typhoon’s aftermath. Lack of commercial power also made it impossible for residents in the affected communities to withdraw cash from aTMs.

“Mobile money services are easier to recover than that of aTMs since aTMs are mostly dependent on land-based communication infrastructure that can be damaged by disasters such as flood and earthquake. aTMs also require cash sourcing and loading, which can be very risky especially with what happened in Tacloban where peace and order became a

BSP Deputy Governor says mobile money is another important solution for disaster-resiliency. problem,” said espenilla.

Once mobile communications is restored, he said using mobile money would be safer than actually attempting to reopen a banking office when there are still security issues.

“In the case of yolanda, the parking areas of some banks

became temporary encampments of survivors. In the case of the Bohol earthquake, the safety and integrity of the building or office structures could not be easily assured especially if after-shocks are still occurring,” added espenilla. he cited that in cases

LANDBANK EVP Rabboni Francis B. Arjonillo highlights the importance of collaboration towards business continuity during emergency situations. where the business continuity plan would involve servicing the customers through the nearest banking office available, which may be quite a distance for the customer, using mobile money instead of actual cash would be more convenient in doing even the

most basic transaction such as buying food and other basic goods at the nearest sari-sari store.

For state-owned lender Land Bank of the Philippines, action beyond commitment is very important especially during times of disasters.

6 THE ECONOMY Stat Watch Indicator

Latest

1. Gross National Income 1. GrossRate National Income Growth Growth Rate2000 Prices) (At Constant

7.1 1st Qtr 2013 6.8

2.2.Gross GrossDomestic DomesticProduct Growth Rate Product (AtGrowth Constant 2000 Prices) Rate

7.8 1st Qtr 2013 7.5

(At Constant 2000 Prices)

(At Constant 2000 Prices)

3. Exports 1/ 3. Exports

4. Imports 1/ 4. Imports

5. Trade Balance Trade Balance 6.5.Balance of Payments 2/

7.6.Broad Money Liabilities Balance of Payments

2nd Qtr 2013

2nd Qtr 2013

USD 3,741 million 5,045 FebUSD 2013 million USD 4,708 Sep 2013 million FebUSD 2013 5,711 USD -967 million million Sep 2013 Feb 2013 USD -665 USD -640 million million Sep 2013 Dec 2012 P 4,964,560 USD 692 million million Feb Jun2013 2013 P2.45,980,938 % million Mar 2013 Aug 2013

8. Interest Rates 4/

7. Broad Money Liabilities

P113,609 2.0 % million Sep2013 2013 Mar P P5,281 127,336 billion million Mar Sep2013 2013

9. National Government 8. Revenues Interest Rate 9. National Government

10.Revenues National government outstanding debt outstanding debt

P 5,609 P 41.14 Aprbillion 2013

11.Stocks Peso per US $ 12.

Composite

Index 6/

6,847.5 P 43.83 Mar Sep2013 2013

12. Stocks Composite

6,191.8 132.8 Sep 2013 Apr 2013

13. Consumer Price Index

135.2 Oct2.62013

10.Peso National government 11. per US $ 5/

Sep 2013

13. Consumer Index Price Index 2006=100

2006=100 14.

Headline Inflation Rate 14. 2006=100 Headline Inflation

Apr 2013

15.

Core Inflation Rate 2006=100 2006=100

Apr 2013

2006=100 16.

Visitor Arrivals

418,108 Oct 2013 Feb 2013

2.9 Oct3.12013

Rate

15. Core Inflation Rate

2.5

382,022 Aug 2013 20.9%

16. Visitor Arrivals

17. Underemployment 7/ 17. Rate Underemploymen

Jan 2013 19.2%

18.

18.Unemployment UnemploymentRate Rate7/

7.1% Jan 2013 7.3%

Rate

Jul 2013 Jul 2013

MONTHLY AVERAGE EXCHANGE RATE (January 2011-September 2013) Month Average December November October September August July June May April March February January

2013

2012

2011

43.83 43.86 43.35 42.91 41.30 41.14 40.71 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

VOL. 7 ISSUE 22 • TUESDAY, APRIL 15, 2014

DOLE 11, partners prep up biggest Job Fair of the year T

he biggest and grandest job fair of the year will highlight the 112th Labor Day celebration.

This was bared yesterday by Director Joffrey M. Suyao of the Department of Labor and employment (DOLe) in Davao region as the agency is now in the thick of its preparation for the biggest Job Fair in the region.

DOLe Davao inked yesterday the Memorandum of agreement (MOa) with its major sponsor and partner of hosting the Labor Job Fair: SM City of Davao, Gaisano Mall of Davao and Gaisano Mall of Tagum, and media outfits aBS-CBN and GMa Davao.

“This is the biggest and grandest celebration Job fair of the year, as we embark to gather at least 10,000 job opening both for local and overseas employment in Davao Region,” Suyao said.

The theme of this year’s Labor Day “Sa Sipag, Tiyaga at Talino, Buong Mundo Saludo sa Manggagawang Pilipino” according to Suyao, is a fitting description of the Filipino’s brand of workmanship and attitude. “as of Friday (april 11) we already have a total of 5,345 job vacancies from the total of 118 agencies

JOB FAIR PARTNERS. DOLE Davao Region Director Joffrey M. Suyao (2nd from left) along with (front row L-R) SM City Davao Assistant Mall Manager Wareen Rey M. Bautista, Gaisano Mall Head of Marketing Dondi C. Alentajan; ABS-CBN Public Service Officer for Mindanao Ad Roel Alcober, and GMA Davao News Anchor Tek Ocampo show the inked Memorandum of Agreement for hosting the Labor Day Job Fair. With them are personnel from SM, DOLE, and PESO. [Photo by Sherwin B. Manual/DOLE 11] and employers,” Suyao said.

Of the number of employers, 88 were local companies and 30 were agencies for overseas employment. Meanwhile, the jobs for local employment totals 1,526 while for overseas employment counts 3,819.

Top 12 Jobs With the combined

job vacancies for both local and overseas employment, top 12 job with the most number applicants include Call Center agent which of press time counts at 2,235; Customer Service assistant, 162; Service Crew, 104; administrative Clerk, 100; Office Cashier, Kitchen Crew, Warehouse

helper, Non-Formal education Teacher; Carpenter (general); Insurance Salesman, Market salesperson; and accounting assistant.

“We projected to cater only about 100 companies and agencies but as of the moment we already have 118 companies and are

still counting. We are optimistic to reach our goal of 10,000 jobs by May 1,” Suyao added.

Mall Venues Gaisano Mall of Davao will hold the Job Fair on May 1-2, 2014. While SM City Davao will hold the event on May 1. [Sherwin B. Manual/DOLE 11]

BIMP-eaGa stands for Brunei Darussalam Indonesia Malaysia the Philippines east aSeaN Growth area, while the IMT-GT stands for Indonesia Malaysia Thailand Growth Triangle.

“While both growth triangles have their respective road maps, this convergence will enhance our competitiveness by turning the sub-region into a single investment area and production network, thereby accelerating economic growth in Southeast asia,” MinDa, the Philippine Coordinating Office for BIMP-eaGa, said in a

statement.

The international fair and business conference will be held at the SM Lanang Premier’s SMx Convention Center and will feature a series of sub-events designed to strengthen economic, social, and cultural relations in preparation for the aSeaN integration in 2015, the statement said.

Melaka in Malaysia hosted the first holding of the conference in December 2012.

Key exporters and producers in the aSeaN region will discuss strategies as well as the potential impact of the aSe-

aN integration on small and medium enterprises and on their participation in the supply chain, MinDa said.

The confinement will also tackle climate change adaptation, aligning the four pillars of BIMP-eaGa (connectivity, food basket, tourism, and environment), and investment programs within the Mindanao Development Corridors.

MinDa noted that the four-day activity is also a commemorative celebration of BIMP-eaGa’s 20th year.

BIMP-eaGa was launched in 1994 in

Davao City as a key strategy to accelerate social and economic development of less developed areas in participating countries.

IMT-GT was formed in 1993 with similar goals of promoting trade, investment, and tourism in less-developed states and provinces in Sumatra, Indonesia, Peninsular Malaysia, and Southern Thailand.

Both sub-regional groups aim to harness private sector leadership in initiatives to promote cross-border investments and improve connectivity. [MindaNews]

4-nation trade fair, biz gab slated in Davao T

OP business players from four countries belonging to the association of South east asian Nations will gather in Davao City from October 23-26 for an event that aims to attract foreign investments and promote regional cooperation within asia and the Pacific region.

Participants to the 2nd BIMP-eaGa and IMTGT Trade Fair and Business Leaders’ Conference 2014 will be coming from Brunei Darussalam, Indonesia, Malaysia, the Philippines, and Thailand, the Mindanao Development authority said.

as of May 2013 Cebu Pacific Daily Zest Air Daily Cebu Pacific Daily Philippine Airlines Daily Philippine Airlines Daily Cebu Pacific Daily Cebu Pacific Daily Cebu Pacific Daily Cebu Pacific Mon/Tue/Thu/Fri/Sun Philippine Airlines Daily Cebu Pacific Daily Cebu Pacific Thu

5J961 / 5J962 Z2390 / Z2390 5J593 / 5J348 PR809 / PR810 PR819 / PR820 5J394 / 5J393 5J599 / 5J594 5J347 / 5J596 5J963 / 5J964 PR811 / PR812 5J595 / 5J966 5J965 / 5J968

5:45 5:45 6:00 6:10 7:50 7:50 8:00 9:10 9:40 11:30 12:00 12:55

Manila-Davao-Manila Manila-Davao-Manila Cebu-Davao-Iloilo Manila-Davao-Manila Manila-Davao-Manila Zamboanga-Davao-Zamboanga Cebu-Davao-Cebu Iloilo-Davao-Cebu Manila-Davao-Manila Manila-Davao-Manila Cebu-Davao-Manila Manila-Davao-Manila

6:15 6:25 6:30 7:00 8:50 8:10 8:30 9:40 10:10 12:20 12:30 13:25

Cebu Pacific Tue/Wed//Sat 5J965 / 5J968 13:35 Silk Air Mon/Sat MI588 / MI588 13:35 Silk Air Wed/Sun MI566 / MI566 15:20 Silk Air Thurs MI551 / MI551 12:05 Cebu Pacific Mon/Tue/Wed/Fri 5J507 / 5J598 15:00 Philippine Airlines August 15:55 Mani2Mani 16:50 Zest Air Daily Z2524 / Z2525 16:05

Manila-Davao-Manila Davao-Singapore Davao-Singapore Davao-Singapore Cebu-Davao-Cebu

14:05 18:55 18:55 15:45 15:30

Cebu-Davao-Cebu

16:45

7 ENVIRONMENT

EDGEDAVAO VOL. 7 ISSUE 22 • TUESDAY, APRIL 15, 2014

Solving the forthcoming

fish crisis TexT anD phoToS By GeRRy T. eSTReRa

F

OR the past years, the country’s municipal and commercial catch of fish have dramatically declined. To solve the fish shortage, the government has to allow imported fish into the local market.

“The Philippines will have to import fish sooner or later due to the declining fish catch in the country,” Proceso alcala, the secretary of the Department of agriculture, told Philippine Daily Inquirer.

The Bureau of Fisheries and aquatic Resources (BFaR) reported that the population and size of small pelagic fish species such as sardines, galunggong (scad) and matambaka (oxeye scad) “are dwindling due to overfishing.”

The BFaR’s national stock assessment program showed that 10 areas of the 13 fishing grounds in the country that have been mapped are “very heavily exploited.” These heavily exploited waters are located in the visayan Sea, Lingayen Gulf, northern Zambales, Camotes Sea, honda Bay, Babuyan Channel, Lagonoy Gulf, Sorsogon Bay, hinatuan and Dinagay Bay and Davao Gulf.

“Nearly all waters within 15 kilometers of shore are considered overfished,” deplored Dr. edgardo Gomez, director of the Marine Science Institute of the University of the Philippines in Diliman, some years back. a World Bank report confirmed this: “all fisheries are showing decline in total catch and per unit effort (total number of fish caught per unit of time) despite increasing effort. Fish are harvested at a level 30% to 50% higher than the natural production capacity.”

Where have all our fish gone? “Failure to reduce the fishing activity would pose a serious threat to food security,” said the Senate Resolution 596 authored by Senator Manny villar. The proposal also underscored the need to find ways to manage fishing in these exploited areas “to ensure that Filipinos would have enough fish supply in the future while supporting employment in the fishing industry.”

Importing fish may be solve the fish crisis but for how long? One long-term solution would be aquaculture, or the farming of fish and other edible marine species. In the Philippines, fish production is estimated at 6 million metric tons a year. about 55 percent comes from aquaculture and the rest is caught from the sea. aquaculture seems to be the answer of fish shortage in the country. In China, aquaculture is an especially important economic activity. Between 1980 and 1997, the Chinese Bureau of Fisheries reports, aquaculture harvests grew at an annual rate of 16.7 percent, jumping from 1.9 million tons to nearly 23 million tons. In 2005, China accounted for 70% of world production.

Currently, aquaculture is also one of the fastest growing areas of food production in the United States. aquaculture has been practiced through the ages.

Oyster culture, for instance, thrived in ancient Rome and Gaul. The indigenous Gunditjmara people in victoria, australia may have raised eels as early as 6000 BC. There is evidence that they developed about 100

square kilometers of volcanic floodplains in the vicinity of Lake Condah into a complex of channels and dams, that they used woven traps to capture eels, and that capturing and smoking eels supported them year round. artificial hatching of fish was already known in China about 2000 B.C. It was before 475 B.C. when Fan Lei or To Chu Kung wrote his classic on the culture of the common carp. emperors yao and Sun in 2357-2205 B.C. and the kings of the Chan Dynasty in 1134-247 B.C. encouraged the people to develop fully China’s fishery resources.

In central europe, early Christian monasteries adopted Roman aquacultural practices. aquaculture spread in europe during the Middle ages, since away from the seacoasts and the big rivers, fish were either scarce or expensive. Improvements in transportation during the 19th century made fish easily available and inexpensive, even in inland areas, making aquaculture less popular.

So much for history!

In the Philippines, aquaculture has taken a new role in fisheries. among the aquaculture species produced in the country are seaweed, milkfish (bangus), tilapia, brackishwater shrimp, oysters and mussels.

Shellfish is cultivated in sheltered coastal regions that are not subject to intense typhoons. Mussels attached themselves in clusters to ropes suspended from rafts. Culture systems for other aquatic species are being developed.

Greasy grouper, seabass,

and golden snapper are raised in net cages.

One of the key benefits of aquaculture is its potential for reducing pressure on marine fisheries. yet, for carnivorous species such as shrimp, salmon, trout, bass, grouper, and yellowtail, aquaculture actually increase demands on marine production in order to provide feed for the farmed fish.

Marine scientists say the carnivores require amino acids from other fish for growth, which are provided in the form of high-protein feed pellets made from wild fish. an estimated five kilograms of oceanic fish reduced into fishmeal are required to raise one kilogram of farmed fish or shrimp, representing a large net protein loss.

In an article which appeared in Worldwatch in 1995, author anne Platt McGinn noted: “In 2010, carnivorous fish on farms could be taking all of the world’s fishmeal, using up needed protein that could otherwise be used for direct human consumption – a redistribution of marine biological wealth from the poor to the rich.”

Further pressure is placed on marine ecosystem by aquaculture’s reliance on wild stocks to supply seed. “aquaculture in the Philippines will continue to improve as needs for food and livelihood opportunities are enhanced by the growing population,” Ramon M. Macaraig, alson’s vice president for research and development, points out. “The base of any aquaculture is the ability of the country to complete the production cycle in culture. any seafood production

system that relies on wild stocks cannot be sustainable.” another ecological impact: the need for land and water. In the Philippines, lands usually converted into ponds are waterlogged areas and wetlands (marshes), cultivated ricelands or drylands. Water supply usually comes from irrigation canals or rainfed.

“The conversion of ricelands to ponds is dictated by economic use of the land,” said an expert from the BFaR. “Lands converted into tilapia ponds are more profitable than ricelands as reported. But massive conversion of irrigated ricelands into tilapia ponds may affect rice production in the future.”

Some fishponds are also built from areas that were formerly inhabited by mangroves. The coastal trees are very important to marine life, contends Dr. Laura David, a marine scientist. They serve as sanctuaries and feeding grounds for fish that nibble on detritus (fallen and decaying leaves) trapped in the vegetation, and on the bark and leaves of living trees.

Mangroves are home to 68 species of fish (including bangus, kitan, tilapia, eel, and mullet, to name a few), 54 species of crustaceans (shrimps, prawns, and crabs), and 56 species of gastropods. erosion, sedimentation, and siltation are also traced to the proliferation of fish cages and fishponds in shallow lakes and rivers.

“Clearing of land where pens and cages are established results in increased erosion, sedimentation, and siltation,” the BFaR

expert claimed. “Water quality is also affected.

Turbidity increases if fine silt is suspended in water in great amount thereby affecting growth of natural productivity.”

Moreover, extensive culture of fish in pens and cages consume large quantities of wood, usually bamboo, which rots after about two years. This demand can have positive effects (additional income, employment, stopping erosion) but may also bring localized deforestation.

On the other hand, abandoned unserviceable materials used for cages and pens poses obstruction to fishing and navigation and harbors feeds can also help in sedimentation.

In some lakes, the number of cages and other aquaculture venture exceeded the desires number. as these minimize waves and water current, eutrophication results. “When water movement is very low, supply of dissolved oxygen is affected,” the BFaR expert explained. “The bottom layers of the water can be devoid of dissolved oxygen while surface layer can be saturated.” The outcome: fish kill. escapes of domesticated farmed fish into rivers, lakes, and coastal areas have become a growing risk to already decimated stock of wild fish. yet, such escapes are not uncommon. McGinn in her article wrote: “In tropical freshwater systems, two-thirds of escaped fish species have become established.”

Now, if aquaculture is to serve its purpose in helping avert fish shortage, these ecological issues must be fully addressed.

8

EDGEDAVAO

VANTAGE

VOL. 7 ISSUE 22 • TUESDAY, APRIL 15, 2014

EDITORIAL

Manny’s biggest asset

F

OR yet another time, Congressman emmanuel Dapidran Pacquiao, or simply Manny Pacquiao, gave the Philippines something to be proud about. a convincing triumph over his former tormentor Timothy Bradley in Las vegas on Sunday catapulted the Filipino boxing pride back to his familiar place as world champion.

Manny showed the world once more that even at 35, he still possess the superior boxing skills that have made him eighttime world champion and a global sports icon. There may be debates as to his diminishing speed and punching power as he failed to knock Bradley out and missed some punches at times against a hands-down defenseless clowning foe.

But whether or not Manny has diminished skills, speed and power, that is not all that matters now. What is more admirable is the way Manny handled a very critical chapter of his life. Rewind to the day in 2012 when Manny beat up Bradley and came out losing the fight on points. after losing to Bradley, Manny did not whine. he never blamed the judges nor complained like Juan Manuel Marquez did when he lost to Manny in the second fight of their four-part series. Manny did not whine when he lost to Marquez in his next fight. a lesser man would have been reduced to a sorry loser

EDGEDAVAO

Providing solutions to a seamless global village.

ANTONIO M. AJERO Editor in Chief

NEILWIN JOSEPH L. BRAVO Managing Editor PHILIPPINE PRESS INSTITUTE

the national association of newspapers

Printed by Zion Accuprint Publishing Inc. Door 14 ALCREJ Building, Quirino Avenue, 8000, Davao City, Philippines Tel: (082) 301-6235 Telefax: (082) 221-3601 www.edgedavao.net editorial@edgedavao.net marketing@edgedavao.net

who could not pick himself up and live to reclaim his former throne.

Manny is of different genes. Manny showed the world the resilience and spirit of Filipinos. Instead of sulking in defeat, Manny patiently worked back into shape. Remember, that he was disallowed to fight for a year after that loss to Marquez where he ended up like a sleeping beauty. Manny slowly but surely worked his way up. he was rusty and sluggish and could not deck a Brandon Rios. he still could not drop a Bradley. But who needs a knockout when you can win on points.

That is why boxing is called sweet science. Manny Pacquiao is an albert einstein and Isaac Newton personified. he whipped the right formula against Bradley and he reversed the law of gravity. In the end of the fight, he taught us the lesson of his journey--what comes down must go up.

In sports, never underestimate the heart of a champion.

Manny just essayed that in poetic fashion.

If there is one thing that makes a Manny Pacquiao the champion’s champion, it is his impeccable humility and his gentle compassion to the point that his biggest enemy is his own kind heart. yes, that is Manny’s biggest asset. and that is untaxable.

KENNETH IRVING K. ONG Creative Solutions

ARLENE D. PASAJE Cartoons

RAMON M. MAXEY Consultant

GREGORIO G. DELIGERO Associate Editor

LEANDRO S. DAVAL JR. JOSEPH LAWRENCE P. GARCIA Photography Contributing Photographer

ARMANDO B. FENEQUITO JR./ CHENEEN R. CAPON Reporters

Columnists: CARLOS MUNDA • MA. TERESA L. UNGSON • EDCER C. ESCUDERO • AURELIO A. PEñA • MARY ANN “ADI” C. QUISIDO • LEANDRO B. DAVAL SR., • NICASIO AGUSTIN • VIDA A. MIA VALVERDE • Economic ENRICO“ADDIE” “GICO” G. Columnists: MA. TERESA L. UNGSON • EDCER ANGELO C. ESCUDERO • AURELIO PEñA • ZHAUN ORTEGA Analysts: • BERNADETTE B. DAYANGIRANG M.QUISIDO PEREZ • Lifestyle Columnists: BAISR., FAUZIAH SINSUAT •AMBOLODTO • MEGHANN STA. INES BORBON • MARY• JONALLIER ANN “ADI” C. • LEANDRO B. DAVAL • NIKKIFATIMA GOTIANSE-TAN NICASIO ANGELO AGUSTIN • EMILY •ZEN NIKKI GOTIANSE-TAN CHUA • CARLOS MUNDA Economic Analyst: ENRICO “GICO” G. DAYANGIRANG • JONALLIER M. PEREZ

GENERAL OFFICE SANTOS CITY CAGAYAN DE ORO MARKETING OFFICE CAGAYAN DE ORO MARKETING OLIVIA D. VELASCO OLIVIA D. VELASCO RICHARDRICHARD C. EBONAC. EBONA SOLANI D. MARATAS SOLANI D. MARATAS MARKETING OFFICE | Marketing Manager General Manager General ManagerMarketingAdvertising Supervisor SpecialistFinance FinanceLEIZEL A. DELOSOLEIZEL A. DELOSO | MarketingFLORENCE ManagerS. VILLARIN

JOCELYN S. PANES Director of Sales

AQUILES Z. ZONIO Correspondent

AGUSTIN V. MIAGAN JR Circulation

Unit 6, Southbank Plaza Velez-Yacapin Sts. Unit 6, Southbank Plaza Velez-Yacapin Sts. Marketing Specialist Cagayan de Oro City c/o PZ Villarin Marketing Cagayan de Oro City Tel: (088) 852-4894

Tel: (088) 852-4894

Salvani St., Oringo Brgy. City Heights Tel: (083) 303-2215

MANILA MARKETING OFFICE

ANGELICA R. GARCIA | Marketing Manager Blk. 1, Lot 10, La Mar Townhomes, Apitong St., Marikina Heights, Marikina City Tel: (02) 942-1503

EDGEDAVAO

T

VOL. 7 ISSUE 22 • TUESDAY, APRIL 15, 2014

Prearrange appointment pattern

RaNSIeNT MUSING – Filipino boxing fanatics heave a collective sigh of relief when boxing icon Manny “Pacman” Pacquiao avenge his controversial loss two years ago to showboating World Boxing Organization (WBO) welterweight titleholder Timothy “Desert Storm” Bradley during their much-awaited rematch the other day. although Pacquiao fell short of his prediction to knockout the undefeated Bradley in the later rounds, the popular and crowd-drawer Pinoy slugger clearly won by unanimous decision.

But many ring analysts noticed that the Pacman no longer possessed the once famous “sting and killer instinct” allowing the champion to grandstand in the earlier rounds of the bout.

No ifs, not buts and no excuses for Bradley this time. Despite being a bit slower, Pacquiao convincingly intimidated Bradley with his combination of power punches. Of course, it would be another story if only Bradley didn’t lose steam midway through the fight. Fight analysts say Bradley could have won the rematch if only he was able to sustain the strength and speed he showed during the early rounds and eluding much of Pacquiao’s knockout punches. every time the Pacman steps into the ring the entire nation seemed to be in a state of suspended animation - less traffic, less accidents and less crime incidence. This early boxing aficionados already expect a Pacquiao-Bradley III. But according to analysts and magic charm experts with Mommy Dionisia around heckling and gesturing some sort of a hex and a victory sign with a big black ring believe to be an amulet, there’s no way Bradley could retain the WBO belt during the expected third encounter.

DeeP-ROOTeD CULTURe OF ‘PaDRINO’ SySTeM – In case you think that this norm or practice – or at least practice under a democratic system is new, think again. People have come to accept it as part of the political reality that even to this day under the aquino administration, the customary or long-established practice where top civil servants and military officials upon retirement or bowing out of office are offered

I

N the first part of this article, we cited some data from a paper at the University of the Philippines, the NSCB (National Statistical Coordinating Board and the MSDF (Mindanao Strategic Development Framework) 20102020, an economic development plan for Mindanao, showing that for the first 12 years of 2000 Mindanao has been constantly second to Luzon in GDP contribution and by 2012 its percentage growth showed a more robust economic development than Luzon without NCR (National Capital Region).

In this two-part article, we are presenting our view contrary to a prevailing perception that the CaB (Comprehensive agreement on Bangsamoro) must be fully supported since it is necessary for the lasting peace and economic development in Mindanao. By taking this view, we risk being labeled “inconsistent” for advocating in our MindaNews articles the establishment of the genuine autonomy for the Moros, yet, here we warn against overrating the impact of the CaB. In fact, we risk being counted among the “spoilers”. as we have advocated the establishment of genuine autonomy for the Moros, we fully support the CaB as it is about to go through the wringer – the Congress and, perhaps, the Supreme Court. The Bangsamoro must be entrenched for the Moros and fully supported by the presidents after aquino III until it is stable.

The support must be based on reality not just on perception or political windfalls.

vital government posts.

In the case of retired elected officials they are accorded cushy and high-paying jobs either in government-controlled corporations or probably private companies seeking to take advantage of their connection and influence. Let’s think about President Benigno aquino III’s recent decision appointing former Senator Panfilo Lacson to a crucial position in government – housing czar tasked to oversee the rehabilitation in yolanda-stricken areas. after serving a six-year term, Lacson together with Kiko Pangilinan eventually add to the ranks of the president’s “jobless” close political allies.

The fact that their proposed appointments are being discussed at all shows how seriously the President is in accommodating Lacson and Pangilinan later. Inside sources have already indicated that Pangilinan will also be given a cabinet portfolio but the plan remains hanging in the balance up to this moment. We have no idea whatsoever if the appointments are within the bounds and rules that would regulate appointment procedures.

If I got it right, under the civil service code retired, semi-retired government and military personnel must wait two years before accepting or get appointed in agencies they used to work or other government bodies – executive, legislative and the judiciary. But it seems the powers-that-be, customarily bypass the ruling by appointing their favorite “political pets” to juicy cabinet posts, government-controlled corporations or affiliated companies.

In Lacson’s case, I think he already passed the prescribed time. But how about the other retirees appointed by the President? What happened is that their normal sense of judg-

Impact Overrated COMMENTARY

By Patricio P. Diaz

Part 1 of 4 Tempering perception That peace – call it “stable” if “not lasting” – is necessary to economic development is not an issue related to the CaB. Is there economic development in Mindanao? What is the fact about the peace in Mindanao relevant to economic development? In our view, these are the questions that must be answered to temper perceptions about the CaB and put in focus the real reason for its being. Consider the premises: 1. The random data from the UP study, the NSCB and the MSDF 2010-2020 show the economic development in Mindanao. We are going to pitch in our observations since the late 1960s.

2. The troubles wrecked the Moro provinces. In the other parts of Mindanao, the troubles have affected peace in varying degrees according to proximity to the troubled Moro provinces. We will share our observations on the Mindanao economy to weigh the effects of the troubles. [aside: What are our credentials as an observer? From 1952 to 1996, we lived in Cotabato City with Moros as neighbors and

ment gets warped because “appointees,” as their wont, will continue to act and strut like little kings in their newfound kingdoms. So, whether their expected appointments are justified by long experience in both government and military service, the appointing authority should have at least observed a bit of delicadeza. and it is only fair for the people to raise this dominant question: “Do we lack competent, capable and credible people to handle important positions in government that the appointing power have to mainly rely on “recycled” and not so popular party mates? Or does the appointment procedure had a fixed definition or it is just merely a prerogative of the appointing authority?”

Well, such practice or prearranged scheme is not new in our political system. It brought into the open a deep-rooted culture of “padrino” system. But the conventional appointment procedure inflamed public anger because of the sheer excesses and seemingly lavish and opulent lifestyles displayed by favorite political appointees in the face of floundering economy.

One glaring example is the number of assistant secretaries (asecs) and under-secretaries (Usecs) that overcrowded the different government departments and line agencies. Many of these appointees are “do-nothing,” but they actually eat up a big chunk of the annual budget.

This contributes to the current problem in government’s financial capability. although there are exceptions, public sentiment does not favor the excesses and trespasses of numerous past and incumbent favored political appointees. as mounting financial scandals involving some members of Congress and enterprising political appointees unfolded, doubts remain over whether drastic reform is really on the way even if swelling complaints have already reached the highest office. Of course, promised actions have been stalled even during the time of President aquino’s predecessors. Would it remain the same during his term? Just asking, sir!

friends. as a university professor, we occasionally discussed the Mindanao Problem with our Moro students. as a journalist – 22 years as editor of The Mindanao Cross – we have covered the “troubles”, interviewed top Moro, military and rebel leaders. In brief, we have the personal knowledge and experience. after returning to General Santos to retire, we have continued our contacts and immersion in the Moro Problem. – ppd] Critical years By the late 1960s, the areas bounded by the northern boundary of the allah valley Settlement Project, the Liguasan Marsh, the Cotabato-Digos road and the present Cotabato City-Makar via Dalican road which Christian settlers opened right after World War II in late 1940s and early 1950s had become progressive communities -- now the municipalities of Isulan, esperanza, Tulunan, Mlang and Matalam and the city of Tacurong. economically, they had surpassed their mother municipalities and others which were municipal districts in 1900 or earlier.

By this time, too, the allah valley and Koronadal valley Settlement Projects of the National Land Settlement administration, as South Cotabato Province, had separated from the empire Province of Cotabato. General Santos which was created in 1957 as Buayan had already become a city – the more than four century old Moro village of Buayan just one of the barangays.

VANTAGE POINTS

9

Is ‘Matuwid na Daan’ A Mere Slogan?

WORM’S EYEVIEW

By Manny ValDehueSa

S

(Conclusion)

IMILaRLy, what good would result if every barangay community pinpoints its weaknesses, shortcomings, and gaps in terms of human capability, financial capacity, equity of its stakeholders? an economic Dynamo Suppose every Barangay assembly lists down the local opportunities that can be developed and made to work for the community’s wellbeing? Surely there are undeveloped assets, vacant or under-utilized lands, talents and skills, other prospects that can produce revenues, attract investments, and maybe create jobs, livelihood, and better quality of life.

Barangay folks must be made aware of how increasing the Gross Barangay Product can effectively expand the national economy, or the GDP/GNP. Why should economic development be relegated to macro economists, planners, and technocrats at the top? We need the bottom-up approach—pinatubo,not pinatulo!

Secure the premises No less important, how about having the barangay undertake a simple accounting of threats and potential dangers that face its neighborhoods—with the view to their mitigation or eradication using purely local techniques and resources?

Threats thrive in obscure corners, seedy slums, and neglected portions of the community. Intruders and malicious operators nest in them, away from prying eyes.

Ignore or leave them unnoticed, and you could wake one morning to discover a shabu laboratory, a drug-pushers’ den, or terrorists and gunrunners in your midst.

It can’t all be a matter for the police and military.

Citizens need to play a part in law enforcement, sensitive to goings-on and unusual movements in the neighborhood.

It pays to keep in mind that all threats originate locally and should be identified as they arise. It is when they are unrecognized or left to chance that they creep into other neighborhoods and barangays till they become generalized.

Checking periodically, sharing notes with fellow Barangay assembly members, is the way to keep small threats from growing large and unmanageable. Thus, do attend your assemblies and participate in the proceedings!

[Manny among others is former UNeSCO regional director for asia-Pacific, secretary-general of Southeast asian Publishers association, director at development academy of Philippines, member of Philippine Mission to the United Nations, vice chair of Local Government academy, member of the Cory Government’s Peace Panel, and PPI-UNICeF awardee for outstanding columnist. valdehuesa@ gmail.com]

10 NEWS

EDGEDAVAO

VOL. 7 ISSUE 22 • TUESDAY, APRIL 15, 2014

Truck...FFROM 1

DEADLINE. Bureau of Internal Revenue (BIR) Region 19 assistant chief Susan D. Tusoy reminds tax payers of the tax payment deadline to avoid penalties during yesterday’s Kapehan sa Dabaw at the Annex of SM City Davao. Lean Daval Jr.

House leaders want Pacman’s next fight in the Philippines a

FTeR a convincing victory of Sarangani Rep. Manny “Pacman” Pacquiao against bulky body Timothy Bradley in Las vegas last Saturday night (american time) before a jam pack crowd at MGM Grand hotel, house leaders on Monday said the call to hold the next bout in the country gains support.

Speaker Feliciano “Sonny” Belmonte Jr., Leyte Rep. Ferdinand Martin Romualdez, Cavite Rep. elpidio “Pidi” Barzaga Jr., Quezon City Rep. Winston “Winnie” Castelo and Paranaque City Rep. Gus Tambunting said concerned people should work hand in hand to ensure that the next fight of Pacquiao will be held in the Philippines.

Pacquiao regain his lost WBO Welterweight title to Bradley two years ago on a controversial split decision.

Bardley’s unblemished record was tainted by the eight-world division champ from Sarangani.

Belmonte assured that Pacquiao will be accorded again a new congressional recognition for his latest victory when Congress resumes ses-

sion on May 5, adding it is high time to work on ensuring that the next fight of Pacquiao be held in the country. “a proper recognition will be given to Congressman Pacquiao. holding his next fight to the country is a good idea that we should work on,” said Belmonte in a text message to house reporters.

Romualdez, for his part, said that if the country will be able to host the next fight of Congressman Pacquiao, this will make the Philippines a venue for more big international events that would surely boost the tourism industry and attract additional investments. he said Pacquiao’s victory showed the Filipinos strong determination to succeed in life despite big challenges. “aside from unifying the nation once again, the resounding triumph of Pacquiao demonstrates to the world the hard work, courage, and strength of Filipinos as trademarks in winning the battle.

Congratulations Manny for another convincing victory and thank you for inspiring us,” Romualdez said.

Like Romualdez, Barza-

ga, chairman of the house committee on games and amusement, said the country hosting the next boxing fight of Pacquiao will be a big boost to tourism and will encourage new investments.

“I just hope that Manny’s next fight will be in the Philippines. If a small country like Macau could host a Pacquiao fight, there is no reason why Philippines cannot do it. Manny fighting in our country would give his countless fans to see him fight in person not to mention it will be big boost to our tourism industry,” Barzaga pointedout, referring to Pacquiao’s earlier decisive victory over Brandon Rios at the Cotai arena at the venetian in Macau last November.

Castelo, meanwhile, said Pacquiao did not only vindicate himself from his previous loss to Bradley, but has firmed up what he described as the “healing process” from all problems besetting the nation.

“Manny’s victory over Bradley, which has happened this summer, is part of the healing process, the rebuilding activity from all those reports of corruption, scandals, disas-

ters and calamities, which took place during the rainy season,” said Castelo.

Tambunting, on the other hand, urged the house leadership to look into his house Resolution 949 asking a congressional study on making the country a place for international events.

“The home pride, Manny Pacquiao, a Filipino professional boxer and politician.

The first and only eight-division world champion in which he has won 10 world titles, as well as the first to win the lineal championship in four different weight classes,” Tambunting explained.

“I congratulate my colleague and party-mate Manny Pacquiao. you have shown the world that a Filipino is always up to the challenge and has a never say die attitude,” he said.

The neophyte solon expressed belief that the country has the capability to handle Pacquiao bouts because big events and concerts of high-caliber artists like american singer-songwriter Bruno Mars, classic jazz icon Tony Benette, and others have been hosted in the country. [PNA]

tance of amending the Republic act 5921, otherwise known as the Pharmacy Law. “The law has to be amended as soon as possible because

of the integration, we are already behind other asean countries,” he said.

Pharmacists produced in the country are well versed

and articulated but the four year education system hurdles their opportunity in the integration.

“In europe, to be a pharmacist, they need to study for six years and it is Masters in Pharmacy not just Bachelor of Science in Pharmacy,”he said. he said that the amendment of the law will integrate the standard of the profession at the same time prepare the students to the high demand of the global market but low supply of professional pharmacists.

In fact, the country is insufficient of registered phar-

macists.

Last January 2013, Davao region has only 120 new pharmacists.

Silva, meanwhile, said that about 3,000 pharmacist are expected to participate in the National Convention of the Philippine Pharmacist association on april 24, Thursday at SMx Convention Center at SM Lanang Premier.

The association invited international experts on the pharmacy practice and pharmaceutical industry to discuss issues on improving healthcare in the country by providing better services.

Official...FFROM 3

noTICe oF loSS

notice is hereby given by loyola planS ConSolIDaTeD InC. that CeRTIFICaTe oF FUll payMenT no.(s) 1002642 under loyola plan Contract no.(s) nnn111982758 issued to eDUaRDo M. lIMBaGa was lost. any transaction entered into shall be null and void.

4/15/22/29

ing in an opposite direction in President Carlos P. Garcia highway (Diversion road). a tractor head was traversing from Buhangin going to Ulas while, a motorcycle, Toyota pickup, and the Nissan drop side elf were traversing going to Buhangin.

Upon reaching the area, the elf truck hit the rear portion of the pickup and pushed it forward causing it to collide with the tractor and bump the motorcycle which fell on the right shoulder of the highway.

Due to the impact, passengers of the pickup were thrown off the vehicle while the wayward truck continued its way.

When the truck reached the Ma-a junction, the truck bumped the rear portion of the Ford escape SUv causing the driver to lose control, rammed the center island and turned up side down.

The victims were identified as Teresa T. Baogbog, 62, Liza T. Baogbog, Juanita v. Baogbog, and Jojo Sernitas were declared dead on the spot. While Rexey Dave ali, 17, Zian Kyre Roncal, sixmonth-old, and Lester Baogbog, 2, were declared dead on arrival. Mariflor a. Dollaza who was the driver of the SUv was brought to Davao Doctors hospital Other victims who sustained injuries are epifania C. alforque, 47; estrilito e. Baogbog, 60;Justine Dean B. vete, 1; Gene Rose argello, 2; Sofia Jane argello, 1; Jake elstone a. Sartaguda, 7; Reynaldo ali; Marjorie ali, 14; anthony ali,13; Rafael ali, 3; Michele Baogbog; Jeffrey Binasbas, 7; estrelleta a. Sartaguda ,34; Rochelle e. Buot, 5; Roselyn Olive e. Buot, 6; and Rowela e.

Buot, 40.

“atong napansin nga gamay ra ang aksidente dira sa diversion road pero upat pataas ang mangamatay, ” Traffic Management Center head Superintendent Rhodelio Poliquit said .

“Ibutang nato ang detchment dira sa accident pone area. Down hill man gud dira banda,” he explained to the local media people.

Four TMC and police personnel will man the area round-the-clock to secure that traffic will be well managed especially during the Lenten Season.

“We need to be visible to the public to let them be aware na may TMC didto dapita,” he said.

Poliquit said that traffic signage like “try your brakes, test your brakes, check your brakes” will be posted in accident-prone

areas to constantly remind drivers Poliquit said that the center recorded a total of 14 road accidents for the first quarter of the year, this is lower to last year but Poliquit said that he don’t have the data at hand yesterday during the Kapehan sa Dabaw at SM City annex.

“Masyadong kampante and mga drivers nato kapag Lenten season kay dili congested atong mga kalsada maong magviolate sila sa atong 60 kilometer per hour (kph) speed limit dira sa may diversion road,” he said.

The center will be also deploying 182 personnel to secure the traffic in about 20 churches in the city on Sunday. Some roads in the city will be closed for the celebration.

occur on april 29, but will not be visible in the Philippines. he said the eclipse will begin at 11:52 a.m. (Philippine time) and will be visible in French Southern and antarctic Islands, Wilkes Land (antarctica) and australia.

Meanwhile, Raymundo said that the Lyrids meteor shower will be observed on april 21 to april 22.

The Lyrids meteor shower has been observed for more than 2,600 years. Chinese records show that “stars fell like

rain” during the meteor shower of 687 B.C. however, in recent times, the Lyrids have generally been weak.

The shower typically generates a dozen meteors per hour under optimal conditions with a brief maximum that lasts for less than a day.

The shower’s peak this year will be in progress on april 21 to predawn of april 22. although not numerous, Lyrids are bright and fast meteors, Raymundo said. [PNA]

ination, previously conducted by the Department of Trade and Industry (DTI). DBRFI is under the tutelage of Philippine association of Real estate Boards (PaReB), the largest real estate association in the country today. DBRFI conducts its Comprehensive Real estate Seminar and (CReS) for those interested to take the real estate brokers’ exam and Continuing Professional Development (CPD) for those brokers who will renew their licenses and Real estate Salesperson Seminar (ReSS) for those working under the su-

pervision of real estate brokers.

With the recent economic progress and real estate development in the city where condominiums and subdivisions are sprouting, the public is warned against dealing with unlicensed real estate practitioners. The ReSa Law recognizes the vital role of real estate service practitioners in the social, political, economic development and progress of the country by promoting the real estate market and stimulating economic activity.

Road...FFROM 1

Total... FFROM 2

Real... FFROM 3

EDGEDAVAO

PROPERTY

VOL. 7 ISSUE 22 • TUESDAY, APRIL 15, 2014

11

Northpoint moves higher as a Vista Residences development a

S a vista Residences development, the British colonial themed condo community Northpoint, moves up higher in both value and reputation, entrenching its position as a landmark condominium development with a premier address in Davao City.

Northpoint carries with it the prestige of being a vista Residences project, joining its roster of high-end vertical developments and maintaining its distinction as the only green condo community in Davao and vista Residences first condo development in Mindanao. vista Residences is the vertical residential marketing arm of the country’s largest homebuilder, vista Land and Lifescapes. Since vista Land introduced in 2006, vista Residences has created 23 mid and high-rise condominium projects across the country, making it a major player in the multi-level, mixed-use property development industry, catering to the mid- to upper-middle and high-end income market.

Giving it a powerful presence in the industry is its prestigious portfolio of vertical projects such as the KL Mosaic, Salcedo Square, and Laureano Di Trevi in Makati; Pine Suites in Tagaytay; The Currency in Ortigas; The Symphony Towers, Wil Tower Mall, vista Residences Katipunan, Madison Place, Pine Crest, Brescia Residences, all in Quezon City.

It also includes 515 Shaw in Mandaluyong; Cerritos Residences in Pasig; Marfori and Presidio in Sucat; vista Residences Taft, 878 espana, and Crown Towers U-Belt in Ma-

C

Northpoint’s condominiums are set amid the lush environment of this Vista Residences development that is the only green condo community in Davao City.

nila; Pacific Residences, avant at the Fort, and The hudson in Taguig. vista Residences’ projects are found at the most strategic locations. In Mindanao, its mid-rise development, Northpoint, is located at the junction of Buhangin and JP Laurel avenue, Bajada, two major thoroughfares in Davao City.

Its first high-rise project

in Mindanao, The Loop, will rise along Rosario Crescent at the Limketkai Center, within the central business district of Cagayan de Oro City. vista Residences creates masterplanned developments that bear its unmistakable brand of thoughtful designs that are carefully carried out, reflecting its expertise in savvy space-planning and select-

ing the most prime locations.

It also carries with it vista Land’s expertise in residential development that spans over 30 years, building 250,000 homes in 33 provinces and 65 cities and municipalities across the country. It has earned the distinction as the only real estate company in the country that operates nationwide and caters to ev-

ery sector of the homebuyers’ market.

Northpoint is a British colonial themed condo community with currently three buildings with its fourth and tallest tower, called Liverpool, expected to start construction soon. It is the top choice for condo homes in Davao that provide the best city living experience.

most sought-after masterplanned community.

It will become the first self-sustaining community in Mintal after Camella builds a commercial development right across the subdivision, featuring the Starmall, the first mall in the area. This commercial center will house more stores, shops, restaurants, and other lifestyle offerings that will give more excitement and convenience to homeowners of Camella Cerritos and the neighboring communities.

This commercial project will stimulate growth in this part of Mintal and turn it into a self-contained area ideal for good living. homeowners

of Camella Cerritos will find there is no need for frequent trips to downtown as they can get their daily essentials at the commercial center a few steps away from their home.

This masterplanned community also offers facilities and amenities that make living fun and eventful.

Families and neighbors can frequent the new basketball court for a game or two, or jog or walk along the jogging trail, getting good exercise and enhancing community life at the same time.

Soon more options will be available to them when villa Romana--the clubhouse slated for construc-

tion within the year--is finished. It will feature a goodsized swimming pool and a multi-purpose hall that can host special gatherings and social events, further enhancing community life. at present, homeowners enjoy the nature-filled ambiance of Camella Cerritos with its pocket gardens, treelined avenues, and the tree park Parko alberto, not to mention a majestic view of Mt. apo to the south. There is also an interactive playground for kids and Forro verdi, the central open space at the heart of the subdivision that serves as the nerve center of the community. amenities include a

With vista Residences setting the new standard for urban living, Northpoint becomes the condo home of choice for families who want to live a better quality of life.

For more on Northpoint, get in touch with Camella Davao at 2/F Delgar Building, JP Laurel ave., Bajada, Davao City, telephone numbers (082) 2953973.

Living the life at Camella Cerritos

amella Cerritos, a Mediterranean-style subdivision of masterplan developer Camella Davao, is now home to hundreds of homeowners enjoying rich and vibrant living within this thriving community that shows no sign of slowing down. as more houses are built, more families move in to have a taste of the lifestyle that only Camella Cerritos offers in this part of the city.

The subdivision is sprawled over nine hectares of prime land along the national highway of Mintal, about thirty minutes away from Davao City’s hustle and bustle.

Camella Cerritos is near

enough the city proper to have short commutes and access all city conveniences, yet far enough to get a taste of tranquil living away from the stress of the hurly-burly of downtown. Its location is quite proximate to schools, terminals, shopping centers, hospitals, banks, worship places, commercial centers, and public utilities.

Mintal is known for its verdant environs, fresh air, and a laidback charm--characteristics highly favored by those looking to live a full yet unhurried lifestyle. They can do exactly that in Camella Cerritos which has an upscale appeal yet mid-price range, making it Mintal’s

round-the-clock security system that keeps residents and property safe and sound, and water system under the Davao City Water District which will also service the water needs of the expansion project of Camella Cerritos.

Camella Cerritos homes are now easier to acquire with its low down payment of only 15%. It is also offered with an extended downpayment term of up 14 months long. More detail are available at the Camella offfices at 2/F Delgar Building, J.P. Laurel ave., Davao City, or at 2953973, vismin@camella.com.ph (email) and www. camella.com.ph.

12 CLASSIFIED

VOL. 7 ISSUE 22 • TUESDAY, APRIL 15, 2014

INdulge!

VOL. 7 ISSUE 22 • TUESDAY, APRIL 15, 2014

EDGEDAVAO

TRAVEL

Dipolog’s Casa Bernedo I am such a history geek whenever I travel. I find that my heart skips a beat every time I visit a museum or a historical landmark and my brain ready to learn new things about the distant past. One such occasion was when I visited the Casa Bernedo at Dipolog City.

Casa Bernedo is a house that was built at the turn of the 20th Century by Spaniard, Justo Bernedo, and his wife Isabel macarias Bernedo where they raised nine children. The house is pri-

marily made of wood with a ground floor made of concrete masonry. Except for a minor renovation

Casa Bernedo’s main entrance is through the house’s garden.

done shortly after World War II, the house has retained its original structure. In the early years, the Bernedo ancestral House was home to several VIPs and dignitaries who visited Dipolog.

In 2008 the last of the nine Bernedo siblings

FDIPOLOG’S, A4

The ongoing photo exhibit at the house’s silong.

EDGEDAVAO

A2 INdulge! up And ABouT

Carlson Rezidor Hotel Group announces Thorsten Kirschke to assume role of president of its Asia Pacific region CARLson REzidoR HoTEL GRoup, one of the world’s largest and most dynamic hotel groups, announced that Thorsten Kirschke will assume the role of president of the group’s Asia pacific region effective immediately. For the past four years, Kirschke has led Carlson Rezidor Hotel Group as president of the Americas. Kirschke will replace simon Barlow, who resigned from his position to pursue other opportunities. He will report to david p. Berg, chief operating officer, Carlson.

Park Inn by Radisson Davao’s General Manager Arun Arora welcomes Mr Thorsten Kirschke, the new president of Carlson Rezidor Hotel Group in Asia Pacific.

“The Asia pacific region is a key growth market for Carlson Rezidor where we continue to expand our leadership position across emerging markets,” explained Berg. “Thorsten brings an exceptional background of leadership and management success in the hotel industry to this role. His extensive global experience includes management roles in Central Europe, scandinavia, Russia, China and the Middle East.”

Mr Thorsten Kirschke with the management team of Park Inn by Radisson Davao. during his tenure in the Americas, Kirschke’s many achievements include the articulation and successful execution of the long-term turnaround strategy under the group’s Ambition 2015 strategy. This has included brand positioning, improved operational delivery, accelerated development, creation of an effective Commercial organization as well as the formation of an executive leadership team. some of the highlights include the revitalization and repositioning of the Radisson® brand, the introduction of Radisson Blu® to the u.s., the launch of the Generation 4 Country inns & suites By CarlsonsM; substantial positive momentum in our J.d. power and Associates guest satisfaction rankings; and the re-launch of our Club CarlsonsM loyalty program. prior to joining Carlson in 2009, Kirschke was the Executive Vice president and Chief operating officer for The Rezidor Hotel Group based in Brussels, Belgium. Carlson is the main shareholder of Rezidor, which is one of the fastest growing hotel companies in the world. in the Americas, Javier Rosenberg will continue to lead Radisson® and Radisson Blu® as Chief operating officer, Radisson, Americas and Executive Vice president, owned and Managed Hotels. scott Meyer will continue to lead Country inns & suites By CarlsonsM and park inn® by Radisson as senior Vice president, Midscale Hotel Brands, Americas. phil silberstein, executive vice president, will lead development in the Americas. Rosenberg, Meyer and silberstein will now report to Berg.

Mr. Kirschke recently visited davao to check the park inn

by Radisson hotel, the 129th property in the world --- also the first in Asia pacific. He was welcomed by General Manager Arun Arora together with the rest of the management and staff.

VOL. 7 ISSUE 22 • TUESDAY, APRIL 15, 2014

EVEnT

Cellar de Oboza brings the downtown vibe back

By Kenneth Irving Ong

Davao City’s downtown area may have seen better days but thanks to the strict liquor and smoking bans, what was once a happening party scene along Rizal Street has been reduced to a few karaoke bars and dive bars.

Hopefully all this will change with the launch of Cellar de Oboza’s Stripped Down Saturdays a chill out event conceptualised and promoted by mustard Seed Productions.

Last Saturday was the first night of Stripped Down Saturdays at the Oboza compound and the garden was filled with urbanites ready to groove to an impeccably curated music track list as well as hang out around the well-manicured garden of the turn-of-the-century house which is also the address of Claude’s Cafe de Ville.

Shots of Cuervo, Johnnie Walker Red Label, Smirnof and Captain morgan were sold at only Php60 while a beer-allyou-can promo is available from four in the afternoon to seven in the evening for only Php280. as the evening progressed. The hosts started the beer pong game where guests literally had a blast trying to shoot pingpong balls into cups fled with beer and trying to get their opposing team tipsy.

Needles to say, every-

body was happy even before midnight. and with a crowd that is actually hard to impress grinning from ear-to-ear last Saturday, I am sure that I will be back next Saturday for more stripped down fun in downtown Davao.

EDGEDAVAO

INdulge! A3

VOL. 7 ISSUE 22 • TUESDAY, APRIL 15, 2014

EnTERTAinMEnT

‘Experience Daniel’ mobile Celebrity show to premiere on April 20 style pHiLippinE showbiz’s Teen King daniel padilla will treat ABs-CBnmobile subscribers with a free 30-day mobile show dubbed as “Experience daniel” that will premiere through the iWanTV application on April 20 (sunday).

Kapamilya fans will get to know more about dJ (daniel’s nickname) through the all-original, all-exclusive content that will be featured in the show including the special documentary that reveals his journey as a musician--from being a new singer who faced a lot of challenges until becoming one of star Records’ multiplatinum recording artists.

The show will also share updates about dJ’s preparation for his upcoming concert, his movie with Teen Queen

Kathryn Bernardo, and his tours abroad.

Also part of the highlights of the mobile show are the livestreaming of the d.o.s. (daniel on stage) concert at the Araneta Coliseum on April 30 (Wednesday), as well as behind-the-scene shots and exclusive interviews during the making of dJ’s newest album titled “i Heart You.” “Experience daniel” mobile show is a special offering to Kapamilya fans by star digital, the newest arm of ABs-CBn’s star Creatives Group. don’t miss the “Experience daniel” mobile show from April 20 up to May 20, every 6pM, on ABs-CBnmobile’s iWanTV app. For more information, visit starmusic. ph.

Nicki Minaj doesn’t do subtlety often—but she should!

The rapper, known for her half-naked selfies as much as her music career, turned heads at Sunday’s MTV Movie Awards when she walked the red carpet in a skintight black gown at the Nokia Theatre L.A. LIVE. Naturally, the Alexander McQueen design hugged her hourglass curves in all the right places.

Zac Efron goes shirtless, flaunts rock-hard abs at MTV Movie Awards BRAVo to Rita ora because she gave viewers exactly what they wanted. The Brit singer took the stage with fellow beauty Jessica Alba at the 2014 MTV Movie Awards to present the nominees for Best shirtless performance, and whaddya know? The winner was zac Efron.

The hunky actor, who was wearing a chambray button-down, went up to accept the prestigious award that he deserved and found himself a little speechless. “i don’t know what to say,” he told the screaming fans.

Rita ora ran up behind him and ripped off his shirt. Yes! Efron got a little shy, but then gave the audience what they wanted and just completely took off his shirt, giving everyone a good few seconds of drooling over his ridiculous muscles and amazing tan (hey, it’s true).

After he gave us some flexed poses, he walked off stage.

After he gave us some flexed poses, he walked off stage. dare we say, best acceptance speech of the night?

‘Pbb’ hosts and ex-housemates invade final auditions at Araneta Coliseum

The hosts of phenomenal reality show “pinoy Big Brother” and some of its former housemates will be present during the auditions at the Araneta Coliseum on Tuesday (April 15) to show their support for aspiring housemates.

Ex-housemates from the regular and teen editions from seasons 1 to 4 will roam around the venue to give tips and bond with the thousands of auditionees who are expected to turn up.

The event marks the final leg of auditions for the much anticipated new season called “pBB All in,” which will be hosted by Toni Gonzaga, Bianca Gonzalez, John

prats, and Robi domingo.

The auditions are open to aspiring housemates 15 to 30 years old. only the first 10,000 will be accommodated for the audition process, which starts at 7 AM. Make sure to bring your birth certificate and a valid id indi-

cating your birth date.

The registration and queuing area will be at the open parking Lot B (in front of padi’s point near the Araneta Coliseum’s Red Gate).

All aspiring housemates will be issued a ticket by the Araneta Center and a sticker

by “pBB.” only those with issued tickets and worn stickers will be allowed inside the venue, as the audition has a one ticket and one sticker per applicant policy.

The venue also has a no re-entry policy, so aspiring housemates are discouraged from leaving the Araneta Coliseum once they’re inside. if they wish to go out, they will not be allowed to enter.

Food and drinks are also not allowed inside the coliseum.

Watch out for “pinoy Big Brother All in” soon on ABsCBn. For updates, just follow @pBBabscbn on Twitter or like facebook.com/officialpinoyBigBrotherAbsCbn.

RIO 2 2D Jesse Eisenberg, Anne Hathaway GP

12:00 | 2:30 | 5:00 | 7:30 | 10:00 LFS

RIO 2 3D Jesse Eisenberg, Anne Hathaway GP

12:00 | 2:15 | 4:30 | 6:45 | 9:00 LFS

DIARY NG PANGET 2D / *SON OF GOD 2D

R-16

PG 13 / *PG13

James Reid, Nadine Lustre / *Diogo Morgado, Roma Downey 12:00 | 2:30 | 5:00 LFS / * 7:30 | 10:00 LFS

CAPTAIN AMERICA: THE WINTER SOLDIER 2D Chris Evans, Scarlett Johansson PG 13

11:20 | 2:00 | 4:40 | 7:20 | 10:00 LFS

A4 INdulge!

VOL. 7 ISSUE 22 • TUESDAY, APRIL 15, 2014

EDGEDAVAO

TRAVEL

Portraits of family members as well as hardwood furniture can be seen at the large sala.

Various religious artefacts collected by the family.

Dipolog’s...FFROM A1

Even personal belongings are lovingly kept and displayed.

The house’s dining area.

EDGEDavao Davao Partners

passed away and after a hundred years, the ancestral home finally closed its door marking the end of an era.

On July 1, 2012, Casa Beredo opens its door once more, but this time as the Center for arts and Culture of Dipolog City in commemoration of Dipolog’s Centennial Celebration.

The lower level of the house which used to be the silong or storage area is now an art gallery that hosts exhibits of contemporary arts as well as photographs of the time the house was built. I was lucky enough to be able to catch the ongoing exhibit of photographs of famous individuals from Dipolog shot by photographer George Tapan.

The upper floor which is where the Bernedo family once lived is now a museum that lovingly preserves the way of life in Dipolog.

The floors of the house is done is exquisite Philippine hardwoods while “ukit” or carved motifs surround the house, helping the wind blow through keeping the house cool in the summer months.

There were also glimpses of what the family used wear and where the children used to stay. all the furniture was original and all made also out of Philippine hardwood.

The kitchen also had a story involving Dipolog’s famous montaño sardines.

It was said that during the hot summers months, Isabel Bernedo would make Spanish-style sardines which she learned from her sister, Concepcion montaño. Spanish Chorizo, tocino, fruit preserves and other delicacies were also prepared from the busy kitchen.

Casa Bernedo is definitely a place to go whenever one visits Dipolog as it gives visitors a sneak peak at real people living ordinary lives at the turn of the 20th century.

Follow me on Instagram or on Twitter for more travel stories, foodie finds, as well as happenings, in, around, and beyond Durianburg.

Some items from the house’s kitchen are imported all the way from the US.

13 COMMUNITY SENSE

EDGEDAVAO VOL. 7 ISSUE 22 • TUESDAY, APRIL 15, 2014

edge Davao hiring 3 reporters eDGe DavaO is a need of three staffwriters/reporters for its expansion program.

The reporters will be assigned to the business, science/environment and political beats. applicant must be a graduate of a four- year college course. experience is not needed although preferable.

Interested parties may send their application letter to Mr. antonio M. ajero, edge Davao editor, thru email address ajero_ antonio@yahoo.com. For inquiries, please call Mr. ajero thru mobile phone 09052422686 or landline 221-3601.

WE’RE HIRING!

Accendo Commercial supports DCWD’s Adopt-a-Site Project

a

CCeNDO Commercial Corporation, a joint venture company of ayala Land and anflocor and owner of abreeza Mall, has given support to Davao City Water District’s adopt-a-Site project in Mt. Talomo-Lipadas watershed by turning over its Php18,000 donation to subsidize the rehabilitation cost of one hectare of land inside Mt. Talomo-Lipadas watershed for three years.

Said donation was re-

ceived by DCWD Public Information / Relations Division manager Maria editha C. Monje in behalf of acting general manager edwin v. Regalado last March 29 at the abreeza Mall. according to the accendo Commercial Corporation, the donated money was raised through the proceeds of the Green Plates dinner for a cause and art in the Dark competition. Both activities were conducted in observance of earth hour in which Monje also

FoR Sale (Direct Buyer only)

INTERIOR DESIGNER / ARCHITECT STORE MANAGER / ADMIN OFFICER SALES / MARKETING Send your CV / Resume to furnone.abreeza@gmail.com and become part of our team.

3rd Floor Abreeza Mall, J.P. Laurel Avenue, Davao City

Destiny Training Center located at Silway-8, Polomolok, South Cotabato, Philippines area: 1.5 hectares (clean title) Contact Person: Jayson Mata and Jarry Cortez Mobile Numbers: 09073069070,09273089796 Telephone Number:(083)301-7975 email ad: april23jayson@yahoo.com / jarrycortez@gmail.com website: http://www.destinytrainingcenterph.com

served as judge in the painting contest along with two local artists.

The signing of the memorandum of agreement will be scheduled by DCWD and accendo Commercial to officially make the latter the project’s 90th adopter.

In the adopt-a-Site project, every adopter pledges to donate six thousand pesos every year for five years to subsidize the costs of fruit tree seedlings, organic fertilizer and labor for hauling, planting and maintenance activities in their adopted area. Said project which is one of the many environmental protection strategies incorporated by the water utility has been very instrumental in helping DCWD completely rehabilitate 816 of the 1,000 hectares inside Mt. Talomo-Lipadas watershed assigned by the Department of environment and Natural Resources.

DCWD launched said project to encourage multi-sectoral participation in rehabilitating the water sources of Davao City, emphasizing that the protection of Davao City’s most precious resource is everybody’s concern.

Interested groups and individuals may contact DCWD’s environment and Watershed Protection Division thru 2974238 loc. 429. [Jovana T. Duhaylungsod]

14 SPORTS

VOL. 7 ISSUE 22 • TUESDAY, APRIL 15, 2014

MASTERS CHAMP. Bubba Watson blasts out of the trap in the 17th hole (left) and then carries his son Caleb in the 18th after sealing the win (right).

Watson outduels Spieth for second Masters title B

Ig-DrIvIng Bubba Watson captured his second Masters title in three years, pulling away from Jordan Spieth on the back nine for a three-stroke victory at augusta National.

The 35-year-old american fired a three-under par 69 Sunday to finish 72 holes on eight-under 280 and take his second major title, the top prize of $1.62 million from a record $9 million purse and another green jacket.

“I never loved green so much,” Watson said. “after giving away that jacket last year, I wanted it back.”

Spieth and Sweden’s Jonas Blixt, each in his first Masters, shared second on 283 with 50-year-old Spaniard Miguel

angel Jimenez fourth on 284, americans Rickie Fowler and Matt Kuchar sharing fifth on 286 and england’s Lee Westwood seventh on 287.

Until a PGa triumph two months ago at Riviera, Watson had not won any title since defeating Louis Oosthuizen in a playoff to win the 2012 Masters, a slump he blamed this week on a hangover effect from his first major crown.

But Watson bounced back in style this week in the year’s first major championship, becoming the 17th multiple winner of the Masters with his sixth career title.

“The first one for me, it’s almost like I lucked into it,” Watson said in comparing his Masters triumphs. “This one was a

Where are you, Floyd?

M

aNNy Pacquiao avenged his loss to Timothy Bradley in convincing style, and said he’s ready any time to negotiate the bout with Floyd Mayweather that fight fans crave.

“The line is open 24 hours, seven days a week,” the Filipino ring icon said after his 12-round unanimous decision over the previously unbeaten Bradley on Saturday.

The win rectified what most saw as a grave miscarriage in their first fight in 2012, when Bradley was awarded a split decision win and the World Boxing Organization welterweight belt.

Pacquiao’s energy and precision also backed the 35-yearold’s claim that his boxing journey is far from over -- making talk of a mouth-watering Pacquiao-Mayweather match inevitable.

“If he wants to fight, the fight will be on,” Pacquiao said, although history has shown it’s not that easy.

In late 2009 and early 2010, Pacquiao and Mayweather were considered the world’s top pound-for-pound fighters and record profits were expected from a showdown.

But a disagreement over pre-fight blood testing scuttled talks already complicated by the need to satisfy rival pay-per-view outlets hBO and Showtime.

Other negotiations broke down over the division of the purse, and the intervening years have brought a further chill to relations between Bob arum’s Top Rank Promotions and Oscar de la hoya’s Golden Boy Promotions.

“It’s really hard to talk about that,” Pacquiao said.

lot of hard work. “a small-town guy named Bubba now has two green jackets. That’s pretty wild.”

Spieth, a 20-year-old Texan, was trying to become the youngest champion in Masters history. he also could have become the first golfer to win the Masters on his first try since Fuzzy Zoeller in 1979 and the youngest major winner since Tom Creavy took the 1931 PGa Championship.

“It hurts right now,” Spieth said. “even though it sits a little hard right now it was great and I’ll be back.

“Didn’t come out on top but I can take a lot of positives out there.”

Spieth owned a two-stroke

lead on the eighth tee but fell behind after Watson closed the front nine birdie-birdie while Spieth made bogeys at both holes. “eight and nine were really the turning point where momentum went my way,” said Watson. “Nobody caught fire.

There weren’t too many birdies after 13.”

Spieth missed a five-foot par putt at the par-5 eighth while Watson tapped in for birdie to put them both on seven under. Watson curled in a tricky 12-foot birdie putt at the ninth while Spieth lipped out a five-foot par putt.

“Two two-stroke swings in a row, on this golf course, is very difficult to come back from,” Spieth said. “hats off to Bubba.

When he’s playing like that it’s hard to catch him.”

Watson fell to seven under with a bogey to begin the back nine, his lead trimmed to a single shot, but amen Corner -- the course’s famed 11th, 12th and 13th holes -- dampened Spieth’s bid to rewrite the Masters record book.

Spieth found a slope at the par-3 12th and his ball rolled into Rae’s Creek on the way to a bogey.

Watson drove the ball 360 yards at the par-5 13th on his way to a birdie that left him exiting amen Corner on eight under, three ahead of Spieth and Blixt. “his drive on 13, I’ll never forget,” Spieth said. “I thought it was out-of-bounds 70 yards left

and it was perfect.”

From there, Watson parred his way to the clubhouse, risking an approach through trees at the par-5 15th and a draw around tree limbs at 17 that paid off to help produce pars.

Ted Scott, Watson’s caddie, still marvels at some shots. “every single day I just go, ‘how do you do that?’ Scott said, adding that as they walked up the 18th hole he asked, “are you from Mars or something because I don’t believe that you can hit these shots that you hit.”

‘I just remember hanging on’ “I don’t remember the last few holes,” Watson said. “I just remember hanging on. I was just thinking, ‘Make pars. Make pars.’”

happen it could be as a career finale for both men.

“On our side, I think Bob wants that fight to be our last fight,” Roach said.

Pacquiao looks set to clash later this year with the winner

of the May 17 fight between Juan Manuel Marquez and Mike alvarado.

Pacquiao has fought Marquez four times, and was brutally knocked out by the Mexican star in their last encounter

FLOYD NEXT? With his big win over Timothy Bradley, Manny Pacquiao is calling out on Floyd Mayweather.

“how many years have we talked about it and it hasn’t happened?”

Trainer Freddie Roach seems to flip-flop as to whether the bout will ever take place, saying earlier this month he

thought it would if only because the pool of potential opponents for both Pacquiao and Mayweather is so small.

In the days before the Bradley fight, he seemed less optimistic, but said if it does

EDGEDAVAO

VOL. 7 ISSUE 22 • TUESDAY, APRIL 15, 2014

SPORTS 15 SPORTS

Pinoy Pride XXV set May 10 in Mall of Asia T

he 25th edition of the Pinoy Pride is slated on May 10 at the Mall of asia arena in Pasay City, Metro Manila featuring three exciting fighters from the aLa Boxing Stable -- reigning WBO light flyweight champion Donnie “ahas” Nietes, former WBOWBa flyweight king Milan “el Metodico” Melindo and ex-champion Rey “BoomBoom” Bautista.

CeO and president of aLa Promotions Michael aldeguer said that Nietes will have a rematch with Mexican Moises Fuentes, who settled for an intriguing major draw in their first encounter.

Melindo, who holds the WBO International flyweight title, is penned to fight Mexican Martin Tecuapetla. It will be his second fight since losing to WBO/ WBa flyweight champion Juan Francisco estrada of Mexico last year in Macau.

Last November 30, Melindo scored a lopsided twelve round unanimous decision victory over another Mexican, Jose alfredo “Torito” Rodriguez.

Bautista, on the other hand, will be pitted against

another Mexican, Sergio villanueva, aldeguer said.

In april of last year, he said Bautista lost a split decision to Jose ‘Negro’ Ramirez of Mexico in Davao City. aLa Promotions subsequently announced his retirement but after months of soul searching, Bautista decided to return to the sport that he loves. aldeguer stated that he has always looked at the bigger picture in promoting fights; not just in terms of wins and losses but in promoting Philippine boxing as a whole and preparing for the post-Pacquiao era.

Nietes has been training hard for this fight and spent a month in the U.S to look for more quality sparmates.

“I have reviewed the video of that fight,” Nietes told sportswriters in a press conference held Friday at the Rajah Park hotel in Cebu City.

“I am prepared to face him again, if the knockout presents itself, if I hurt him early, I will knock him out.

If not, I am prepared to go another twelve rounds,” he said. aldeguer said Nietes has the quiet self-belief of

a veteran. he has reigned as world champion over two divisions since September 2007. a win against Fuentes will put him closer to Philippine boxing’s most hallowed record –- the seven-year, three-month reign of Gabriel “Flash” elorde as world junior lightweight champion.

Melindo repeated his past statements that he has learned from his first career loss. he remains one of the better world title hopefuls in the country and fight fans continue to follow his progress.

Bautista decided to return to the sport not for the money. Bautista may not have won a world title but he is a financial success story. he owns vans that tourists use to travel around his native island of Bohol.

“I started boxing at a very young age,” Bautista said, “I got bored with the routine. But after I decided to take a rest I learned that I still love boxing.” aldeguer cited Bautista’s crowd drawing power.

“Boom-Boom will always give the fans their money’s worth,” he said.

[PNA]

“he is not like before because of his age (Pacquiao is 35 years old) but his performance is convincing,” said yolly alfante, president of the Mindanao Professional Boxing association (Minproba) and the Buhay Kamao Boxing Foundation.

Boxing manager-promoter and retired police officer Willie Neri, on the other hand, said “Manny is no longer the

same Manny. he is down by 30 percent in performance.”

Balikbayan Loddy Tenizo from California, USa said that “Pascquiao is still a good boxer pero hindi na kasing bilis dati.” “he’s in good condition from 1st to 12th round. although he slowed down a little now,” said Macario “Bong” Gonzaga, assistant regional director of the Land Trans-

portation Office xI. Government employee eddie Ramas of CeNRO was surprised that Bradley suddenly stopped fighting in the 10th round. “hindi kaya nagpatalo siya?,” Ramas said. engr. Loloy Rober of the Bureau of Interior and Revenue (BIR) Region 11, however, said that Pacquiao is still fast. [PNA]

Dabawenyo paddler Many Dabawenyos think Pacquiao has in world championship slowed down but are happy of his win a M

DRaGON boat paddler from Davao City will be seeing action in the 2014 Club Crew World Championship set in Ravenna, Italy on September 4-7.

Jerson Ray Royana, a member of the Dragon Warriors Dubai, is coming home to Davao this month to also join the 1st Davao Dragon Boat Festival slated on May 1-4 at the Baywalk, Queensland in Times Beach, this city.

Royana wants to paddle for the newly-formed hiraya Minokawa Dabaw, the first dragon boat club formed in Davao City last april 9.

Royana, however, will still

first join the Dragon Warriors Dubai team in the RaK Dragon Boat Festival at the Ras al Kaima, Uae on april 25-26 before he will fly to Davao.

“Bale yan ang preparation din naming for the Club Crew World championship,” Royana said in a long distance interview Saturday evening by the Philippines News agency.

Before Royana went to Dubai to work for a fitness gym, he was a be-medalled kayaker, adventure racer and Frisbee player.

“Pero iba ang dragon boat sa kayak. Madalas akong mapagalitan sa simula ng aming coach during the training,” he said. [PNA]

aNy boxing fans in Davao City think that 8-world division boxing champion Manny “Pacman” Pacquiao has slowed down despite winning by a unanimous decision against over-confident american Timothy Bradley to win back the WBO welterweight crown last Sunday at the MGM Grand Garden in Las vegas.

1BAP, APO donate food packs, lugaw to firevictims

T

he 1BaP (Banat and ahapo) Party List together with the alpha Phi Omega (aPO) International Fraternity distributed food packs last april 10 to the more than 3,000 victims of a recent fire in Davao City. eva Silaran-Collado, district head of 1BaP in Mindanao led the distribution of the food packs donated by 1BaP Party List representative Silvestre “Bebot” Bello and vice President Jejomar Binay. “vice President Jojo Binay, being our fraternal brother in aPO, also gave his contribution

for the relief goods to the fire victims,” she said.

The food packs were distributed to the victims who are temporarily sheltered at the different public schools and covered basketball courts.

It was followed by a porridge feeding on Saturday morning at Barangay 23 and 22 covered courts conducted by the officers and members of the aPO Southern Mindanao Region led by Regional administrative Director Roger Pialago and the aPO Disaster Response Team, which is also headed by Collado.

BATTLE FOR THE REBOUND. Greg Slaughter of Ginebra (dark) disputes the rebound against Rob Dozier Jr. of Alaska (light). Nuki Sabio

16 EDGEDAVAO Sports

VOL. VOL.77ISSUE ISSUE22 22••TUESDAY, TUESDAY,APRIL APRIL15, 15,2014 2014

HAS HE SLOWED DOWN? Roach: Manny has slowed down but Pinoy experts say otherwise By neIlWIn JoSeph l. BRaVo

a

njb@edgedavao.net

fter watching Manny Pacquiao regain his world title from american Timothy Bradley, many boxing fans believe the people’s champ has slowed down. Gone was the speed the world knew from the hands of the 8-time world champion.

“Manny is a little slower now. he’s not the same old quick Manny,” said Macario “Bong” Gonzaga, assistant regional director of LTO regional office 11 said after watching the live pay-perview at The Royal Mandaya hotel on Sunday.

Gonzaga has not missed watching a Pacquiao fight since the Marco antonio Barrera I fight.

Jek Melendres, executive assistant to the president of TRMh Glenn scandor, believes Pacquiao is already feeling the advances in age and the wear and tear of boxing. “he is still good but a little slower and the power is not there.”

But if there was one person who should know if Manny is slow or if speed is relative, it must be his hall of Fame trainer Freddie Roach.

Roach was reportedly pleased with Manny Pacquiao’s level of aggression on Sunday, when the Filipino star won a twelve round unanimous decision over Timothy Bradley to recap-

ture the WBO welterweight title at the MGM Grand in Las vegas according to a report by Rick Reeno of BoxingScene.com. however, Roach admitted Pacquiao had opportunities to knock Bradley down but he was slow to react. according to the report

by Reeno, one the main storylines in the pre-fight promotion to Saturday’s rematch, was Pacquiao’s display of “in-ring compassion.”

There had been a consensus from both Roach and Bradley agreed that Pacquiao had let his opponents off the hook in several recent fights where he could have possibly scored a knockout.

There were no complaints from Roach over Pacquiao’s desire to do serious damage, says the Reeno report, however, the popular trainer did express some concern over Pacquiao’s decrease in speed.

“I thought he had the killer instinct. he would open up when he got him against the ropes. I thought he opened up pretty well. he was a little bit slower than I’ve seen in the past. I don’t really know why, because when he was in the dressing room working out he was on fire [but] maybe Bradley had something to

do with [Pacquiao being slower],” Roach was quoted

by Reeno as saying.

In the Bradley fight, Pacquiao did not show any compassion. he was business-like.

Methodically wearing down Bradley until the flamboyant american got beaten up badly.

Roach reportedly said: “I don’t think he showed any compassion. he was throwing combinations.

Sometimes he stayed in the pocket too long, he wanted to fight a little bit too much.

I kept telling him that ‘all you have to do is outbox this guy, that you can go in and out, in and out all night long.’ But he wanted to stay in the pocket and he wanted to fight him.”

Two other boxing experts in the Philippines believed Pacquiao was impressive in methodically demolishing Bradley.

“If there is a Nobel Prize for the sweet science of boxing, Pacquiao should be a winner of that award,” said atty. ed Tolentino on his Facebook page. atty. Danrex Tapdasan, who also works as a professional boxing referee, said in a television interview that “speed is relative.” In the fight against Bradley, Tapdasan said, Pacquiao did not need speed to win.