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FULLY LOADED. A tricycle overloaded with abaca fiber traverses the national highway between Panabo City and Carmen in Davao del Norte yesterday. Abaca producers in Davao del Norte are reviving the industry which was once the main export product of the region before the boom of the banana industry. Lean Daval Jr.

MILK TEA SHOP FACES CLOSURE

By CHENEEN R. CAPON

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HE five branches of Happy Lemon in Davao City may be facing the revocation of their business permit after the company refused to comply with the requirement of the City Health Office to turn over its expired milk tea ingredients.

“The Office of the City Administrator is now seeking legal advice from the City Legal Office for a possible action against Happy Lemon,” CHO sanitation division chief Roberto Ocuner told Edge Davao in a phone interview yesterday.

Ocuner said the CHO has exhausted all methods to make Happy Lemon comply but the company has resisted.

“Happy Lemon’s legal counsel from Manila advised Happy Lemon Lanang branch manager Ryan Veroy to not surrender the remaining ex-

pired milk tea ingredients,” he said.

Ocuner said his last communication with Veroy was two weeks ago, after which the latter has not called him.

Ocuner said Veroy initially said “yes” when asked wheth-

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DAILY ROUTINE. Mothers do their laundry and wash the dishes while their kids take a bath outside their shanties near Davao River in Bankerohan, Davao City yesterday. Lean Daval Jr.

PNP recalls M203 grenade launchers T HE Philippine National Police (PNP) ordered a recall of all M203 grenade launchers after some malfunctioned during the operation of the Special Action Force (SAF) in Mamasapano, Maguindanao last January 25.

Based on the findings of the PNP Board of Inquiry on the Mamasapano incident, some of the ordnance for the M203 were defective.

With the findings, PNP OIC Director General Leonardo Espina ordered an inquiry into the quality of the explosives.

All M203s were also recalled for decommissioning and analysis for future procurement.

The order was dated April 28. The PNP has started conducting an inventory of the stocks of M203 and other ammunition to account for those

that are still working.

According to Davao City Police Office (DCPO) spokesperson Senior Inspector Milgrace Driz, the DCPO received the order last May 4 and started disseminating the information.

“To boost the operational capability of the policemen on the ground, the PNP Directorate for Logistics will conduct a regular inventory and check of the ammunition and other equipment of the police officers,” Driz said.

Driz asked all public individuals who own M203 grenade launchers to surrender them to the DCPO for their own safety.

She assured owners who voluntarily surrender their M203s that they will not be charged. Funny Pearl A. Gajunera

DCPO has sketch of TMC man’s killer

By FUNNY PEARL A. GAJUNERA

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HE Davao City Police Office (DCPO) is now holding the cartographic sketch of the gunman who shot dead Traffic Management Center (TMC) officer Ruel P. Siacor on Monday night.

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duction in the power supply allocation to Davao Light from the National Power Corporation (NPC).

The power situation in Davao Light’s franchise was already in a precarious situation given the limited supply from the NPC due to the critical water elevation in the Agus and Pulangi hydro electric power plants.

If the situation worsens,

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on April 4, 2014 when two men on board a motorcycle shot him three times.

Base on initial reports, the perpetrators were flagged down for driving without helmet. They reacted violently, however, and shot Siacor.

Driz said DCPO direc-

tor Senior Superintendent Vicente Danao Jr. ordered a thorough investigation of the case.

Driz also said the Public Safety and Security Command Center (PSSCC) now has the copy of CCTV footage to identify the suspects.

work will not be tainted by political color.Reporters asked for his reaction on the decrease of his ratings in the recent Social Weather Stations (SWS) survey and the increase of Poe and Davao City Mayor Rodrigo R. Duterte.

“Well, congratulations,” was his only response.

In the latest Social Weather Stations (SWS) March 2015 survey on the three best leaders to succeed PNoy in 2016, Duterte got 15 percent of the total 1,200 respondents nation-

wide.

Duterte got a 10 percent increase from the December 2014 survey in which he only got five percent.

Duterte tied with Roxas, whose ratings decreased by four percent from 19 percent in December 2014 to 15 percent in the recent survey.

Vice President Jejomar Binay is still on the top of the survey garnering 36 percent followed by Senator Grace Poe with 31 percent.

Roxas mum on LP plans

By ARMANDO B. FENEQUITO JR.

Davao Light laments D STEAG shutdown AVAO Light and Power Company’s franchise is currently experiencing a tight power supply situation due to the shutdown of 1 unit of STEAG Coal-fired power plant.

Last May 5, the National Grid Corporation of the Philippines (NGCP) advised Davao Light of the 4-day emergency shutdown of STEAG which will be implemented from May 6 to 9. This has resulted to a re-

nior Inspector MilgraceDriz said police are looking at personal grudge as motive for the killing “but we are still looking for other possible angles.”

Siacor was directing traffic at McArthur Highway in Matina at around 7:50 p.m.

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EPARTMENT of Interior and Local Government (DILG) Secretary Mar Roxas is still mum on the plans of the Liberal Party for the 2016 Presidential election.

In an interview during the opening of Palarong Pambansa 2015, Roxas told reporters that he cannot comment on a possible tandem with Senator Grace Poe. “Ang punto dito ay lahat naman tayo, si Senator Grace Poe was part of Team PNoy last election, kasama

siya sa ating Ang Daang Matuwid. Lahat tayo nagnanais na magpatuloy itong matapat, malinis, maayos na pamamahala (The point here is, all of us, including Senator Grace Poe, was part of team PNoy in the previous election. She is one of the advocates of Daang Matuwid. All of us want to continue honest, clean, and orderly governance),” he said.

Roxas said he will not comment on any movement related to the 2016 presidential election so that his

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517 USEP scholars receive diplomas T HIRTEEN scholars of Oplan Kaalam Scholarship Program under Davao City Rep. Karlo B. Nograles graduated cum laude from the University of Southeastern Philippines (USEP) last April 15.

The 13 honor students were part of the 517 Nograles scholars who marched to receive their diplomas in USEP’s 36th Commencement Exercises.

The scholars who graduated cum laude were Gladys H. Arboleda (BSED), Charlemagne Roy M. Bernardino (BSED), Jerieca M. Bolando (BSED), Dominique Nikke Janh D. Bucao (BSED); Alexa S. Canillas (BSED), Debilyn Mae T. Chua (BSED), Tessa Erika F. De Castro (BSED), Fevi T. Escal (BSED), Amarelle Y. Lucero (BSED); Mercy J. Item (BSED), Elizabeth Jane G. Avellanosa (BSBA), Gloriane Joy Daplin (BSBA), and Patrick Jude M. Agudera (BSCE).

Nograles, who chairs the House Committee on Labor and Employment, was one of the honored guests who witnessed the awarding of medals and certificates to his

Oplan Kaalam scholar-graduates druing USEP’s Commencement Exercises.

Since 2007, Oplan Kaalam Program has already granted scholarship grants to 55,800 beneficiaries, mainly enrolled in college, post-graduate studies, and technical-vocational trainings at USEP, UP-Mindanao and private educational and training institutions.

In his second term as lawmaker, Nograles has been focusing his programs on total human development, with education and employment being the priority.

“Education,” he stressed, “will remain our priority because it is the foundation by which we are able to empower our constituents with the skills necessary to make their lives better.”

The congressman, who knew the scholars since their freshman years, added that after graduation his office would extend help in securing employment for them through job-matching and jobs facilitation by regularly hosting jobs fairs in different barangays of the city.

SSS voluntary provident fund opens enrollment

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HE Social Security System (SSS) is now accepting enrollment applications for the Personal Equity and Savings Option (SSS-PESO) Fund program, a provident-fund scheme that aims to increase savings among SSS members, particularly for building their retirement fund.

The program is open to all members who are 54 years old and below, and have at least six consecutive contributions under the SSS regular program within the last 12 months prior to enrollment.

The member’s effective date of membership commences at the month a contribution is first made to the SSS-PESO fund.

“They can participate for an initial contribution of P1,000 with succeeding contributions of at least P1,000, in multiples of P100. An SSS-PESO member can contribute up to a maximum P100,000 per year,” SSS Vice President for Benefits Administration Division Agnes San Jose said.

For the pilot implementation of the SSS-PESO Fund, interested members may apply at the following branches in the National Capital Region: Diliman, Cubao, San Francisco Del Monte, Pasig-Shaw, Mandaluyong, Taguig, Makati-Gil

Puyat, Alabang, Legarda, Pasay-Roxas Boulevard.

Members are required to personally appear before an SSS authorized representative to sign the accomplished forms for confirmation.

“This procedure allows us to verify the authenticity of the document and the identity of the applicant,” San Jose explained.

By September 2015, all SSS branches nationwide will accept applications to the SSS-PESO Fund. Eventually, enrollment may be done online through the My.SSS portal.

The program’s guidelines which came out recently, stated that employed members, regardless of the amount of their current monthly contributions, could join the SSS-PESO Fund while self-employed, voluntary and OFW members should be paying the maximum SSS contribution to be able to contribute in the SSS-PESO Fund.

The guidelines further explained that there has to be a corresponding SSS contribution on the month the member will make contributions to the SSS-PESO Fund account.

Refunds, withdrawals or benefit claims will be credited to the member’s single savings or current account with an SSS

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END IN SIGHT. Pag-asa Davao chief meteorologist Gerry S. Pedrico says the mild El Niño phenomenon might end by either July or August this year. Pedrico was a guest in yesterday’s Club 888 media forum at The Marco Polo Davao. Cheneen R. Capon

Duterte wants to see Federalism in place during his lifetime M

AYOR Rodrigo Duterte wants federalism so badly he wants to see it in place before he dies.

“I would be happy to die kung makita ko ang federalism sa Pilipinas,” Duterte declared during the federalism forum at the GMA gym at the Terminal Complex Tuesday.

Duterte spoke for 40 minutes on his favorite advocacy before a captive audience that included a cross section of Marawi’s predominantly Moslem populace.

The mayor, who was introduced as “an authentic leader from Mindanao”, headed straight into the venue without taking lunch. He was welcomed with a standing ovation by his audience that was “more than 50 percent women” as pointed out by a lady reactor.

Duterte pointed out that the fate of the Bangsamoro Basic Law (BBL) hangs in the balance after the Mamasapano debacle. He noted both that Pres. Benigno Aquino III and Presidential Adviser on the Peace Process Teresita Deles had warned of violence if BBL fails.

The mayor, however, revealed that he has reached out to Muslim leaders in a last-ditch effort to avert violence. “I told Nur (former ARRM Gov. Misuari) wag muna (not yet),” referring to reports of a possible outbreak if the BBL collapses. Misuari, the founding chairman of the Moro National Liberation Front, is at large after the infamous Zamboanga siege.

At the same time, Duterte said he wants to talk things over with Al-Haj Murad of the Moro Islamic Liberation Front which signed the peace

agreement with the government after the BBL was drafted.

“It is my dream to see peace in Mindanao,” the mayor stressed, drawing applause from his audience who live in the island most threatened by hostilities. The mayor said he cannot understand why a

government will declare war against its own people.

During the open forum, Duterte again deflected questions on what it will take for him to run for president. “Sa (Department of Interior and Local Government) lang ako kung (ex-Cong. Benasing) Macarambon becomes presi-

dent,” he said in jest.

Macarambon, Duterte’s contemporary in the only term he served as congressman, introduced the mayor during the forum.

Pressed repeatedly by the different reactors, Duterte eventually relented saying

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DA takes steps to ease El Niño effects W

ITH 23 provinces already affected by drought and 31 more affected by dry spell due to El Niño, the Department of Agriculture said Tuesday that it had undertaken several concrete interventions to ease the effects of the weather phenomenon to agriculture.

DA Undersecretary for Operations Emerson Palad said that steps taken by the agency included fast-tracking the implementation of small-scale irrigation projects (SSIPs), distribution of drought-resistant palay seeds as well as the issuance of Notices to Release corn seeds from the buffer stocking program of Agri-Pinoy Corn Program.

“We have also coordinated with the National Irrigation Administration for better management of agricultural water, conducted pre-cloud seeding operations in affected areas and intensified monitoring and reporting about the status of drought incidence in order to come up with better mitigation plans,” the DA Spokesperson said.

As of April 27, the Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration (PAGASA) said that the drought affected the provinces of Abra, Agusan del Norte, Apayao, Basilan, Benguet, Bohol, Ifugao, Ilocos Norte, Ilocos Sur, Kalinga, La Union, Lanao del Norte, and Maguindanao.

Also affected by drought are Misamis Occidental, Mountain Province, Pampanga, Saranggani, South Cotabato, Sulu, Tawi-Tawi, Zamboanga del Norte, Zamboanga del Sur, Zamboanga Sibugay.

Meanwhile, the areas affected by dry spell so far are the provinces of Agusan del sur, Albay, Bataan, Batanes, Batangas, Biliran, Bukidnon, Cavite, Cebu, Compostela Valley, Davao del Norte, Davao Oriental, Eastern Samar, Gui-

maras, Lanao del Sur, Leyte, Masbate, Misamis Oriental and Negros Occidental.

Also included are the provinces of Negros Oriental, Northern Samar, Nueva Ecija, Rizal, Samar, Siquijor, Sorsogon, Southern Leyte, Sultan Kudarat, Surigao del Norte, Surigao del Sur and Tarlac.

Drought is defined as 3-consecutive months of way below normal rainfall condition (more than 60 percent reduction from average rainfall).

On the other hand, dry Spell is defined as 3-consecutive months of below normal rainfall condition or at about 21-60 percent reduction from average rainfall.

Palad said that DA prioritizes the construction of rainwater harvesting facilities and appropriate drainage facilities as well as farm roads.

“We have likewise been continuously assisting farmers in the adjustment of their cropping season. We have also trained them to practice crop rotation to break the life cycle of pests that are present in the field and to break the continuous supply of food to the pest,” he said.

The DA has likewise recommended massive introduction of bio-control agents and informed farmers that chemicals should be minimized to preserve the life of helpful organisms.

“Field officers of the Bureau of Soils and Water Management (BSWM) are now validating the extent of damage of the dry spell as the basis for cloud-seeding operations and installation of shallow tube wells (STWs),” the Agriculture official said.

“Our regional and provincial offices are continuously monitoring the situation and will submit regular situation reports, mitigation plans as well as the actions taken to alleviate the effects of drought,” Palad said. (PNA)

Fire hits SoCot market

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N estimated PhP5 million in property was destroyed after a portion of the central public market of Surallah town in South Cotabato was razed by fire early Wednesday morning.

Fire Sr. Insp. Rupert Christian Balicol, Surallah fire marshal, said an entire phase of the Surallah public market was burned to the ground in the huge fire that started at past 3 a.m.

He said it specifically gutted down some 15 market stalls composed of dry goods, textile, rice and school supply outlets. Four other small attached stalls were also destroyed. There was reported injury.

“Based on our initial assessment, about 25 percent of the entire market area was destroyed,” he said in a radio interview.

Balicol said they were able to immediately respond to the

scene after receiving a fire call at around 3:30 a.m.

He said they were able to declare a “fire out” about an hour later.

Citing results of their initial investigation, he said the fire started at the western section of the public market.

“It originated from two textile and dry goods outlets and spread quickly to the other stalls,” he said.

Balicol said the fire spread quite fast as the affected stall structures were partially made of ageing light materials.

He said another factor was the stocked dry goods and combustible items like filled liquefied petroleum gas tanks inside the stalls.

“There were actually some pyrotechnic devices in some of the stalls,” he said.

Balicol said they are looking at several angles, among

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BUGGED. Utility workers collect black bugs at the bleacher of the Davao del Norte Sports and Tourism Complex in Tagum City during the third day of Palarong Pambansa 2015. The black bugs have swarmed over the area, causing inconvenience to athletes and viewers. Lean Daval Jr.

DSWD conducts 2nd Listahanan survey A S it continuously addresses the needs of the poor, vulnerable and disadvantaged, the Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) regional office here has officially launched the Listahanan 2nd Round Household Assessment.

The regional launch kicked off with posting of Listahanan advocacy stickers and grievance hotlines in public and private motor vehicles in downtown Davao City.

Also highlighting the launch was the signing of the Memorandum of Agreement between DSWD and the offices of Land Transportation Office (LTO), Traffic Management Center (TMC), Davao City Police Office (DCPO), City Social Services and Development Office (CSSDO), and Department of Interior and Local Govern-

ment (DILG), manifesting their support in the Listahanan survey advocacy campaign.

The launch was followed by a Media Forum.

Implemented by DSWD, Listahanan or Talaan ng Pamilyang Nangangailangan is a database of poor households and used as reference in identifying beneficiaries of social protection services.

It is a functional, objective and transparent targeting system that identifies who and where the poor are, thus reducing leakage of social services to non-poor and minimizing exclusion of the poor from said social services.

“As the first round of assessment yielded with challenges and issues of exclusion and inclusion error, these advocacy campaign aims to inform the general public on

the upcoming enumeration and encourage them to really participate in the data collection process,” DSWD Regional Director Priscilla N. Razon emphasized.

This year, DSWD XI targets to enumerate 793,770 households, to be administered by 2,354 workers from April to June. The survey will saturate rural barangays and covers pockets of poverty in urban barangays.

“Though targeting errors cannot be totally eliminated, Listahanan includes a mechanism for minimizing and correcting these errors. Also, On Demand Application (ODA) gives families who think they are poor but were not visited during the enumeration the chance to apply for assessment,” Director Razon added DSWD will be using an

enhanced Family Assessment Form (FAF) to gather exact information from the respondent during assessment. It contains 52 item questionnaires that need to be filled out completely by the enumerators.

To ensure the integrity of the generated information, DSWD encourages the public to participate and provide feedback through grievance hotline numbers 0918-9122-813 , 0917-8302327, by texting Listahanan<space>name<space>location<space>grievance/ inquiry.

Listahanan can also be reached through email address ask.listahanan@dswd. gov.ph or its official Facebook page www.facebook.com/ listahanan.official. (DSWD/ Florame B. Espada/ccd)

Resolution No. 115 that was unanimously passed by the city council.

A report released by the CDRRMO showed that the dry spell has already damaged around P44 million worth of agricultural crops, mostly palay and corn, in some 2,000 hectares of farmlands within the city.

Around 3,000 farmers and farm laborers were directly affected by the calamity that ravaged all 27 barangays.

Hardest hit were barangays of Assumption, Mambucal, Saravia, Carpenter Hill, San Roque, Topland and Magsaysay.

The CDRRM Council initially recommended last week the declaration of a state of ca-

lamity due to the impact of the drought as well as the grass fires and the dwindling water supplies in parts of the city.

It also considered the earlier calamity declarations by three palay and corn-producing barangays in the area.

Urbano said they are now preparing the required work and financial plan to facilitate the immediate release of the calamity funds.

“We will prioritize the release of some relief assistance for the affected farmers and farm laborers,” he said in a radio interview.

He said they have required officials of the affected barangays to immediately submit the names of the affected individuals to their

office.

Aside from the relief assistance, the local government will also provide seeds and other inputs to local farmers to enable them to plant again once the area’s weather condition would improve, he said.

But Urbano clarified that they will not utilize the entire P16-million calamity fund for the assistance to the affected residents.

“We will use it for other needs like the infrastructure side as there are some water systems that need to be rehabilitated as well,” he said.

He said they will also allot portions of the calamity funds for other disaster mitigation, preparation and response initiatives. (MindaNews)

Koronadal allots P16M for drought victims

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HE city government is working for the immediate release of around P16 million from its calamity or quick response funds to assist farmers and farm laborers who were affected by the impact of the long dry spell in the area.

Cyrus Urbano, City Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Office (CDRRMO) head, said the city government is now allowed to utilize its calamity funds following the declaration of the entire city under a state of calamity on Monday due to the effects of the dry spell that was triggered by the mild El Nino phenomenon.

He said the calamity declaration was made through

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Davao Icon slated Nov. 5-6

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HE Davao City Chamber of Commerce and Industry Inc. (DCCCII) on Wednesday announced that the 2015 Davao Investment Conference (ICon) will be held on November 5 to 67 at SM Lanang Premier’s SMX Convention Center.

“We’re planning to focus this year’s investment conference on the region’s industry clusters,” DCCCII executive director Mary Antonette Doromal told Edge Davao in a phone interview yesterday.

Doromal was referring to the recently launched industry cluster of Davao Region.

Among the focused industries were banana, mango, seaweeds, coconut, wood, mining, Information and Communication Technology (ICT) and tourism.

Doromal, however, said the Davao Icon will skip on promoting the livestock and poultry sector since this will be the focus of this year’s Davao Trade Expo (DATE).

Aligning this year’s investment conference to top priority industries in the region will enable DCCCII invite

more investors and participants, according to Doromal.

She said it would be easier to invite foreign and local investors on these industries because they are already identified and have existing development areas each.

“There is also an existing market for each industry,” Doromal said.

With a larger area of coverage, Doromal added that the Davao Icon 2015 will be larger than the investment conference held two years ago.

“For this year, we would like to produce direct results that have huge impact in region’s thriving economy and growing labor sector,” she said. “We wanted to generate investment and employment to the people of Davao.”

Organizers are targeting to have more than 500 participants and more than 100 exhibitors from different sectors, namely agriculture, tourism and ICT, among others.

“There will be trade exhibitions, business matching and side by side plenary sessions and discussions on

different issues of each industry and investment,” Doromal said.

In 2012, around 50 exhibitors participated the trade expo.

Doromal said organizers are still finalizing the 2015 Davao Icon.

“We’re targeting to finish the finalization by the end of May.”

SOUVENIR. A trader fixes her display of souvenir shirts printed with various Palarong Pambansa 2015 designs at her makeshift store inside the compound of the Davao del Norte Sports and Tourism Complex in Tagum City yesterday. Lean Daval Jr.

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SDC-HDPRC mobilizes gov’t, private sector in poor areas

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COOLER. Vendors selling thirst-quenching beverages inside the Davao del Norte Sports and Tourism Complex in Tagum City where the Palarong Pambansa 2015 is being held enjoy brisk sales due to the very warm weather. Lean Daval Jr.

N a bid to accelerate poverty reduction and promote growth in areas where the poor are found, the NEDA Social Development Committee - Human Development and Poverty Reduction Cluster (SDC-HDPRC) embarked on a concerted effort among the government, private sector, and the poor to ensure that the factors limiting the poor’s participation in economic growth are addressed at the provincial level.

“The challenge that remains is that there are still many Filipinos who are poor.

Simply waiting on growth to trickle down to the poor would amount to social injustice. Hence, we need to be more precise in our interventions, even our interventions to promote economic growth to ensure that it will

be inclusive,” said Economic Planning Secretary Arsenio M. Balisacan, during his opening speech at the Salubungan held on April 30, 2015 in Cebu City.

“This time, we will do it differently. We, the government, will ensure that the attainment of this goal is through the substantial engagement and strong partnership with the private sector and the poor themselves,” he added.

The Salubungan is a series of activities under the government’s Accelerated and Sustainable Anti-Poverty Program (ASAPP) that is being conducted in nine more pilot provinces, namely Pangasinan, Quezon, Camarines Sur, Negros Occidental, Cebu, Leyte, Zamboanga del Sur, Davao del Sur, and Sulu.

HE Bureau of Fisheries and Aquatic Resources (BFAR) here officially installed the Regional Fisherfolk Director for 2015, to signal the start of the nationwide celebration of the Farmers’ and Fisherfolk’s Month for Region 11.

“Our Regional Fisherfolk Director for this year is Fernando Aumentado. He will act as the regional director for the whole month of May,” BFAR11 Director Fatma Idris said during the opening Monday of the 2015 Farmers and Fisherfolk Month at the DA-11 office.

Idris said it has always been a tradition for BFAR to have a fisherfolk director every year to give them a chance to oversee the entire set up and operation of the Bureau even for just a month. This will give them a clearer understanding of how we operate,

she added.

Last year’s Fisheries Director was Gonzalo Remorta, Jr., a fisherfolk from Padada, Davao del Sur. This year, Aumentado of Panabo City will get to experience the challenges and responsibilities of being a fisheries director.

The Fisherfolk Director Program is made possible through Department of Agriculture Special order No. 88 which mandates the fisherfolk director to handle the basic administrative and ceremonial functions of the office.

It is important that fisherfolk also experience the work of BFAR people so they know how government operates. This way, Idris said, they will be able to closely coordinate with the Bureau and relate to government procedures while they push for their programs. (PNA)

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HE Department of Agriculture (DA) has intensified interventions to mitigate the effects of the El Niño phenomenon in the country even as it urged local government units and other concerned agencies to boost coordination and mitigation efforts.

Agriculture Secretary Proceso Alcala said that they are concentrating drought mitigation efforts based on the assessment of the Philippine Atmospheric Geophysical and Astronomical Services Ad-

ministration (PAGASA) and field monitoring reports from DA regional offices.

As of the end of April, PAGASA has reported that 23 provinces are now affected by drought and 31 provinces by dry spell.

Drought occurs when there is a three consecutive months of above 60-percent reduction of average rainfall.

On the other hand, dry spell happens when average rainfall decrease by 21 to 60 percent, also for three consecutive months.

HE Department of Labor and Employment (DOLE) Davao region led the celebration of World Day of Safety and Health enjoining workers and employers to heed the culture of risk control and injury prevention.

This year’s World Day of Safety and Health celebration was grounded on the theme “Join in Building a Culture of Prevention on OSH slated on May 5, 2015 at Ayala Abreeza Ayala Mall Activity Center.

“The safe and healthy working environment begins with the involvement of different sectors such as the government, the workers and their employers, their organizations, among others,” said Joffrey M. Suyao, regional director of DOLE XI. Over 300 participating companies and individuals comprised of safety practitioners, safety officers, occupational health doctors, occupational health nurses, professional organizations, trade unions and industry workers from across Davao

region participated the event.

Enjoining the participants to be active stakeholders of the culture of prevention, Suayo said that to build a culture of prevention on occupational safety and health entails “respecting the rights to safety and healthy working environment, active participation of all stakeholders in securing a safe and healthy working environment through a system of defined rights, responsibilities and duties; and according the highest priority to the principle of prevention.”

Among the highlights of the event was awarding of Two Million Safe Man Hours No Lost Time Accident to 3 firms to recognize their efforts of maintaining a safe and healthy working environment for a period of two million man-hours.

Also, the SafetyHow website was launched. SafetyHow is “website for and about safety and health and is developed to become one of the virtual partners in cy-

Alcala said that the DA, in partnership with other government agencies, its regional offices and local government units, has continued to intensify its monitoring and reporting activities on the status of drought and dry spell incidence to provide appropriate interventions in affected areas.

He said that for irrigated agricultural lands, DA has been coordinating with the National Irrigation Administration for better management of agricultural waters

Information, education and communication activities have also been conducted among farmers to employ water-saving techniques such as synchronous planting, which makes irrigation more efficient.

For rainfed agricultural lands, DA has fast-tracked the implementation of smallscale irrigation projects and construction of rainwater harvesting and drainage facilities, he said.

“Even before the on-

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SAFE DAY. Department of Labor and Employment 11 director Joffrey M. Suyao (inset) enjoins safety practitioners and enthusiasts to continue building the culture of prevention in the workplace during the recent celebration of the World Day of Safety and Health. berspace of the government, private companies, safety practitioners and the general public to promote awareness on safety and health in the workplace and in the commu-

nity.”

This is done through the signing of the Memorandum of Agreement between Rethink Safety Limited, Inc., the developer of Safetyhow

and the DOLE. It will then be turned over to OSHNET XI, Association of Safety Practitioner in the Philippines, Inc. (ASPPI XI) and Philippine College of Occupational Medicine

(PCOM).

As promulgated by the International Labor Organization the observance of the world day of safety is every 28th day of April. (DOLE11)

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A DAY OF FUN AND UNITY

Edge Davao and Zion Accuprint staff spend a day in Eden Nature Park

By CHENEEN R. CAPON

SATURDAY mornings usually start with the ringing of phones, the hum of huge printing machines, and the clicking of computer keyboards, but on this particular weekend, the second day of May, employees of Edge Davao and Zion Accuprint left everything behind and headed for Eden Nature Park and Resort in Toril, Davao City for some rest and relaxation.

The day started at 9:30 a.m. with a silent prayer asking for guidance and safety. The travel didn’t took long, taking only 20 songs on the radio before the pack arrived at Eden safely. The two-day activity started the way things should: with lunch. Employees from different divisions – administration, marketing, production, circulation and editorial – surrounded a long table at the fishing are to munch on lechon, pancit, and grilled panga, mostly with bare hands.

Eating with Zion Accuprint general manager Olivia D. Velasco and Edge Davao editorin-chief Antonio M. Ajero on the same table

and laughing all together was like a huge fiesta.

After lunch, the group headed to the log cabin where the rest of the day and night would be spent.

A trip to Eden won’t be complete without experiencing its popular Skycycle and Zipline.

Indeed, riding a bike suspended 60 feet in the air is a far different story from riding a regular bike. Up for the Skyclycle challenge, employees geared up with harness and hard hats hoping that each one would be able to cycle to and from without remorse.

Gripping the bar handles and with both

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My love affair with food I

love the fact that Davao is more than just a great place to live in; Davao has an abundance of gastronomic places that will surely make you say goodbye to your calorie count – even for a while. For me, it’s the unexpected palate adventure, shared with family and friends that is most memorable.

Personally, I am not one to finish a dish. I eat, yes, but I also would want to taste everything. Again, I am after the sensation it gives me more than anything else. For me, an adventure is a mix and match of food combinations that leaves a lasting impression that should matter. I don’t know about you but that is just me.

Anyway, here are some additions to my list of favourites that will not stop me despite my allergies. These are restaurants that I have frequented and food finds that have always made me smile.

Recounting them is like

each other. Not to forget the tangy salad on the side.

French Baker ‘s Tuna Sandwich.

finding out that demigods or half-gods really do exist (and yes, I am a bookworm!).

ROADHOUSE CAFE SM City Davao I have loved them and it will always remain a favourite dining place when

Crispy Shrimps at Roadhouse Cafe.

craving for something comforting. From their menu, I find myself always craving their CRISPY SHRIMPS. Again, despite the allergies, I managed to sit through the itch and eat some crispy shrimps.

The crunch is impeccable, giving another texture the dish. Also, their summer drinks (personal fave:

Polo Bistro’s pizza.

DUHAT!) is a delectably refreshing.

THE FRENCH BAKER SM Lanang Premier I have loved this quaint and happy Parisian shop from the start. Their breads and sandwiches never fail to make me smile. More so, I love how they serve their coffee –

Relaxing at Chatime. too packed and aromatic.

Of their many savoury dishes, I love their Chicken Croissant Sandwich and Whole Wheat Tuna Sandwich the best. The croissant is soft but not moist and the chicken is creamy and packed with flavour. On the other hand, the tuna and the wheat bread go well with

CHATIME SM Lanang Premier This is my mom’s favourite (Happy Mother’s Day and I love you!). She loves that you can adjust the sugar content and keep a tangy sensation on fruit choices. Like her, I am more of a fruit mix fan but have also begun a relationship with their milk tea. With them, you can still taste the brewed tea on your cup. Plus, it is not too creamy and sweet.

Their blend is just right.

My favourite: Honey Milk Tea. POLO BISTRO The Marco Polo Davao Aside from their inviting pool and a view to match, I also adore their many food choices. Of them, I have fallen in love with their SEAFOOD Kabab and pizza. The kabab is packed with deliciously grilled seafood pieces and vegetable bites to complete your dining experience. On the other hand, the pizza is always cooked just right to the bite. Its generous topping is something that I always look forward to.

Make #TheRoyalChef your Thursday habit. Tag me on instagram @herroyalheiress for your delicious food finds!

UP AND ABOUT

Celebrate Mother’s Day at RBG MOTHER’S DAY is the perfect time to show our appreciation to all moms.

What better way to celebrate Mom’s special day than to treat her to a sumptuous family lunch with a wide variety of culinary delights?

RBG Bar & Grill invites you to its Mother’s day lunch buffet on May 10.

Indulge in a spread of intercontinental dishes, Dim Sum and sweets added with a wide selection of meat cuts and seafood for grilling.

The main highlight at carving station is RBG’s luscious Roasted Pork Loin with Sweet Mango stuffing, while the Dim Sum station offers assorted dumplings and buns.

Rounding out RBG’s lunch menu are trays and platters of assorted meat, seafood, chicken and vegetables, plus an array of soup, salads, fresh fruits, and cakes.

Kids get to try our delightful kid’s buffet too -- along with free access to the Kids’ Zone, a fun play area where kids can have a great time with board

games, inflatable toys, miniature golf sets and many more.

To make the event even more memorable, we have our acoustic band to serenade mom on her day.

All moms will be given a special gift

and a raffle coupon for a chance to win gift certificates. Call 272 7600 and book your table now.

RBG (Restaurant, Bar & Grill) is located at the ground level of Park Inn

by Radisson Davao.

CELEBRATE MOTHERHOOD EVERYDAY AT BABY COMPANY. Shop and save on all the baby brands mommy loves with Celebrate Motherhood everyday promo. Enjoy up to 50% discount on select Baby Company items and get the best deals. Promo runs on May 1 to 31 in all Baby Company stores nationwide.

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Rhian Ramos headlines GMA’s groundbreaking drama series The Rich Man’s Daughter IN LIFE and in love, we all deserve to uphold our own personal truths: Because one truth can change us. One truth can challenge our family. And one truth can set us free.

This May, GMA Network presents The Rich Man’s Daughter.

A story about how a rich man, Oscar (Al Tantay), finds out that his daughter, Jade (Rhian Ramos), is a lesbian, how it propels him to offer five million pesos to the man who will marry her, and how it hurls the whole family into a series of discoveries.

And as Jade discovers something about herself and upholds her personal truths, will she still be able to experience unconditional love from her family and friends?

Will she be able to hold on to her personal truths and fight for her love even if it will destroy her family?

The series premieres on May 11, airing after Let the Love Begin on its primetime block GMA Telebabad.

The drama project showcases Rhian Ramos’ versatility as an actress, as she breathes life to the character of Jade Tanchingco, her most challenging role to date.

The youngest and only daughter, Jade is the family’s jewel. And when she meets Althea, everyone’s perspective

of her life and persona changes.

Making the drama series even more stellar are versatile actors and actresses.

Glaiza de Castro is Althea Guevarra, a smart, independent and driven woman, who is sexy, classy and a proud lesbian: a femme.

Luis Alandy is David Limjoco, Jade’s longtime boyfriend. He is educated, proud of his humble beginnings, and is very responsible. He longed to marry Jade one day and is challenged when Jade falls for someone else.

Katrina Halili is Wila Mateo, a femme lesbian and Althea’s ex-girlfriend. She vows to hate the person who Althea falls for.

Mike Tan is Paul Tanchingco, Jade’s older brother. He is a quiet and private person. He is also protective of Jade. Paul is discreetly gay.

Chynna Ortaleza is Batchi Luna, also a proud

lesbian – a butch. She acts and dresses up like a man.

Sheena Halili as Sally Lim-Apolinario, Jade’s kikay and dependable bestfriend.

And Ms. Gloria Romero as Ama/Cecilia Tanchingco, the heart of the family. She spoils all her grand children especially Jade. She doesn’t really meddle when it comes to their businesses. After being diagnosed with Alzheimer’s disease, her life and her family’s lives become more intertwined.

Making the story more interesting are characters portrayed by multitalented actors and actresses: Pauleen Luna as Pearl Sy-Tanchingco, Jade’s sister-in-law, married to Jade’s brother Gabriel. She is secretly jealous of her in-laws’ attention for Jade. Paolo Contis as Anton Maceda, a guy who comes from an old rich family. He will become Jade’s fake suitor/boyfriend since he is

just after the riches of the Tanchingcos; TJ Trinidad as Gabriel Tanchingco, the eldest son of Oscar and Amanda, the brother of Paul and Jade.

He is being groomed and trained to lead their businesses. Gabriel will do anything for the family; Charee Pineda as Angeline San Jose, Gabriel’s real love. Gabriel left her for Pearl but she remains in love with him; Stephanie Sol as Abby Luna, Batchi’s femme live-in partner.

Completing the starstudded cast are respected TV and movie actors and actresses: Al Tantay as Oscar Tanchingco, the father of Gabriel, Paul and Jade. He is the CEO and president of their family businesses. He treats Jade like a princess; Glydel Mercado as Amanda Tanchingco, the wife of Oscar. Oscar’s family didn’t approve of their relationship but when she gave birth to Jade, she is finally accepted and is treated as

part of the family and she will do anything to keep it that way; Tony Mabesa as Angkong/ John Tanchingco, the patriarch of the family.

His favorite grand child is Jade and he will do everything for her.

The Rich Man’s Daughter is under the helm of the highly acclaimed director of Temptation of Wife and My Husband’s Lover, Dominic Zapata, with the help of creative director Roy Iglesias, creative consultant RJ Nuevas, creative head and head writer Suzette Doctolero. The Rich Man’s Daughter will validate

every viewer’s own pursuit of love, acceptance and truth.

The Rich Man’s Daughter, created by the GMA Drama group, is supervised by the Executive-in-Charge of Production Lilybeth G. Rasonable; VP for Drama Redgie A. Magno; AVP for Drama Cheryl ChingSy; Program Manager Camille D. Hermoso; and Executive Producer Nieva Sabit.

Don’t miss the muchawaited premiere of The Rich Man’s Daughter beginning May 11, Monday to Friday on GMA Telebabad.

Choose to ‘Be-A-Hero’ this summer with Biyahe ni Drew All Fridays of May prove to be both exciting and challenging as professional traveller Drew Arellano encourages all biyaheros to “BeA-Hero” this summer as he visits four amazing local destinations where communities have shown a solid commitment to sustainable tourism.

Beginning May 8, Friday, the Biyahe ni Drew (BND) team heads just a few hours away from Metro Manila to Mabini, Batangas, a popular destination for swimming, snorkelling and diving enthusiasts. To ensure that future generations enjoy the underwater marvels in Mabini, divers routinely engage in “scuba-surero” cleanup drives where they pick up litter that have washed up near their shores.

Drew climbs the famous Tinandog Wall in Atimonan, Quezon on May 15. This famous rock-climb-

ing spot has been challenging extreme sportsmen and women since the late 90’s. Drew also sees first-hand the results of the local efforts to rehabilitate its marine life population through the installation of artificial reefs.

On May 22, Drew and the BND crew head north for an 11-hour drive from Manila to Cagayan.

It’s definitely a road trip worth taking where one can marvel at the cathedral-like spires in the

Callao caves. Here, Drew also reunites with his fellow-Tourism Star Awardee, Andoy, a young tour guide who is educating hikers on how to preserve the natural beauty of the caves.

Finally, on May 29, Drew visits a UNESCO Heritage site–the Banaue Terraces. The lush green rice paddies carved on the side of the mountains remain pictureperfect examples of Ifugao culture. As the area becomes more and more modernized however, locals are working to preserve their traditions like their native homes. Drew goes “local” and lends a hand in rebuilding some of these houses for future generations to enjoy.

Heed the call and “Be-A-Hero.”

Catch Biyahe ni Drew’s monthlong sustainable tourism special all Fridays of May, 8pm on GMA News TV.

May 7-12, 2015

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EVENT A1 feet pedaling, both fear and excitement swallowed each challenger. It looks easy for spectators, but it’s a different story if you’re the one doing it. Fresh air touched each face.

Davao City’s scenic landscape was like painted before each rider.

On the other hand, the 200-meter ride at the zipline which hangs 20 meters above the ground was much more like a sip of strong rum.

Abrupt but soothing.

After challenging rides, it was time for the obstacle race.

Requiring cooperation, agility, and team work, employees of different ages ran, jumped, and climbed monkey bars barefoot.

The group was divided in two for that game, but perhaps it would be the last time such a division would be done. Back in the office we all know we’re a stronger family, especially after having gone through such a fun time together.

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In the heat of summer

By HENRYLITO D. TACIO

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HE Philippines has only two types of season, I was going to say. But before I can say the words, one American butted in: “Yes, hot and very hot seasons.”

Everyone had a good laugh at it. But the laughter didn’t prevent me from saying the exact two seasons: dry and rainy seasons.

One scientist from the Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration told some scribes that the country doesn’t have a summer season.

They were stunned to hear the revelation but the weather bureau specialist was right.

The reason why we call the months of April to May as summer because it is the time of the year when there is not too much rain. The country is so hot that everyone hits the beaches, rivers, lakes, and resorts.

Summer in the Philippines, just like in the United States and other parts of the world, is equated with fun. It is always associated with sun and sand. So, it’s no wonder why the Pearl Farm Beach Resort, one of the best resorts in Mindanao if not the Philippines, celebrates at least once during the summer a party of all parties.

This year, the resort -which is located at the Island Garden City of Samal and just about an hour ride by boat from the Pearl Farm Marina in Lanang, Davao City -- organized last May what it called as the “Color of Summer.”

I was one of those lucky scribes to be invited to the said party. In the last two years, I

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The scribes who came to the party

wasn’t able to attend such kind of party at the resort, although I had the opportunity of covering the event several times already in the past.

The summer party is usually held at the adjacent Malipano Island. For the first time in recent years, the party was held at the main island. In fact, it was near the famed Infinity Pool and just a few meters away from its icon, the Parola.

Both became the backdrop of the party. It was surreal, indeed.

What made the event more interesting was the fact that one of those who attended the party was Juliana Palermo, the chef of J. Palermo’s Diner and a former actress who appeared in several Filipino films.

But the guest of the party was Bangs Garcia, another movie star who starred in several Filipino flicks and did some guesting in television.

She made the cold night into something hot when she took off the blue shirt she was wearing thus revealing her to-diefor beauty while singing.

The visitors, on their arrival, were treated with drinks and cookies while the drumbeaters and poi dancers did their tricks. At 6 pm, we had a sumptuous dinner at the newly renovated Maranao Restaurant.

It was a drink all you can party, our invitation said. To open the bar, General Manager Josu Mikel Vellaverde made a toast with all the guests and visitors. Roberto Alabado, the new regional director of the Department of Tourism in Davao Region, and Katherine Dizon (the resort’s sales manager) joined him at the center

Dabawenya movie star Bangs Garcia and a guest The GLAM models

The Trimaran boat stage.

I had a fun time also listening to the music provided by the Davao Music Authority.

The band sang some of my favorite songs, especially those by the Bee Gees. Its rendition of “My Girl” also brought some memories of the movie with the same title.

The party became even hotter when the Glam models paraded before the guests and visitors as they showcased the bikini collections of Ross Sevilla. “Now, you get to know which to wear this summer,” host Claudette Centeno said.

I was even lucky that night for winning a one night stay at the Microtel for answering one of the host’s questions: “How

GM Josu Mikel Vellaverde and Tourism Regional Director Roberto Alabado

Film actress Jualian Palermo and her friend many ships are under the waters of the Pearl Farm Beach Resort.” I had written it at one time and my friend Darrel Blatchley had seen them when he dived one time. “Two,” I replied.

The party was capped with a foam party near the

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beach.

It was supposed to end at 12 midnight but we opted to go home early -- at around 11 pm. And besides it was raining.

I thought I would be able to catch the resort’s newest boat -- the Trimaran, which is made of fiber glass and can

accommodate 60 people. “You can ride it, sir, but it’s the next boat to go,” one of the staff told me.

But I was tired and wanted to sleep. “Maybe next time,” I said, as a tried to find a place where I could stay in the boat that was to leave.

DCWD bares new laboratory testing rates

AVAO City Water District announces new rates for the services of its laboratory on the analysis of various physical – chemical parameters effective May 1 per Board Resolution No. 15097 approved on March 21, 2015 during the fifth regular DCWD Board of Directors meeting.

The following are the services with corresponding new rates: AAS Method

Colorimetry method

Electrometric method

Antimony – PhP 495 Arsenic – PhP 525 Barium – PhP 495 Cadmium – PhP 495 Calcium – PhP 510 Chromium – PhP 490 Copper – PhP 490 Iron – PhP 490 Lead – PhP 495 Magnesium – PhP 510 Manganese – PhP 490 Mercury – PhP 500 Nickel – PhP 495 Potassium – PhP 495 Selenium – PhP 530 Sodium – PhP 495 Zinc – PhP 490

Aluminium – PhP 500 Bromine – PhP 330 Chromium Hexavalant – PhP 345 Chlorine – PhP 325 Color – PhP 320 Cyanide – PhP 445 Fluoride – PhP 380 Nitrate – PhP 370 Nitrite – PhP 360 Nitrogen Ammonia – PhP 1,110 Phosphate – PhP 345 Silica – PhP 490 Sulfate – PhP 350 THM – PhP 1,920

Conductivity – PhP 175 DO – PhP 230 pH – PhP 190 TDS – PhP 175 Temperature – PhP 175 Turbidity – PhP 245 Titration method Acidity – PhP 200 Alkalinity – PhP 250 Bicarbonates – PhP 280 Chloride – PhP 325 Hardness – PhP 265

For 15 years now, DCWD’s laboratory has been accredited by the Bureau of Health Facilities and Services of the Department of Health (DOH) as a Water Testing Laboratory to conduct water monitoring and testing. It has also received excellent ratings in the Proficiency Testing Scheme for Water Microbiological Testing in 2009, 2010 – 2011 and 2012. Said test ensures the accuracy and quality of the laboratory test results issued by the DOH-accredited water testing laboratories.

DCWD’s laboratory is located at Madapo Hills. For queries and other concerns, the general public may contact (082) 221-5132. (Jovana T. Duhaylungsod)

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Against mining

FTER the issue had been debated on by Dabawenyos from all walks of life for several years, the Davao City Council approved yesterday what hopefully would be the official policy of the city government on mining. The council approved a proposed ordinance prohibiting mining operation in the city. It will only now take the signature of the city mayor (or his inaction for 10 days) for the proposal to become an ordinance. Still, the fact that two legislators opposed it, while five others abstained from voting, and a 17th councilor earlier present when the roll call was made walked out of the session hall during the voting is intriguing.

On the other hand, Mayor Rodrigo Duterte’s approval of the ordinance is a foregone conclusion considering that he had

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made several public statements a long time ago and in the recent past that he is against mining in any part of Davao City.

The affirmative vote for the ordinance was by no means unanimous. Of the close to 30 members of the city council, only nine councilors actually approved the proposal. Two councilors opposed it, while five members abstained from voting. Fortunately for the proponents, nine votes were enough to approve the proposal, since only a total of 16 members were present during the eventful.

Tears to the mining operators who have been salivating at the much ballyhooed presence of vast mineral tenements in some parts of the city. However, cheers to the environmentalists who frown upon mining and similar other extractive operations.

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Y April 25, 1945, Germany was about to be swallowed by Allied forces in the west. The British and American armies were preparing to meet the Russians who were advancing in the east. In the January 1944 conference in the Russian city of Yalta, the A llied leaders led by Churchill, Stalin, and Roosevelt repeated their call for the unconditional surrender of Germany and Japan.

The Yalta meeting also created the world’s fate once war ended. “To the victors belong the spoils of war” has been a part of international law ever since. Russia’s Stalin asked that German territories including Berlin and the nations adjacent to Germany’s eastern boundary be given to it while giving the French, British, and Americans slices of West Berlin. Churchill and Roosevelt readily agreed because they knew the Russians’ dead totaled 20 million, the biggest death count among the allies, and that Russia shouldered the war against Germany from June 1941 until D-Day on June 6, 1944.

Russia’s leader Joseph Stalin was afraid that

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AST Sunday, I was supposed to watch the “fight of the century.” My friend, TV5’s Paolo Anota, had given two free tickets.

But I had a hard time going to the venue since there was no taxi from the hotel where I was staying. So I decided to stay at my room.

It would have been the first time I would be able to watch Manny Pacquiao live fighting against his worthy opponent, Floyd Mayweather. Actually, I haven’t watched any boxing fights.

The reason: boxing is a tragic challenge. Like cockfighting, it is brutal and horrendous.

Remember Andy Balaba, who was also from General Santos City? He was viewed as one of the more promising fighters in his time.

In 1982, he died at the age of 28 after a match in Korea where he lost via a tenth round knockout to Korean Shin Hee Sup. Boxing, also called pugilism, is a combat sport in which two people engage in a contest using only their fists. There are two forms of boxing: amateur and professional. Amateur boxing is an Olympic and Commonwealth sport and is a common fixture in most of the major international games; it also has its own World Championships.

Boxing is supervised by a referee over a series of between one to three minute intervals called rounds. The result is decided when an opponent is deemed incapable to continue match by a referee or if an opponent is disqualified for breaking a rule, resigning by throwing in a towel or by judges’ scorecards at the end of the bout.

The birth hour of boxing as a sport may be its acceptance by the ancient Greeks as an Olympic game as early as 688 BC. Modern boxing evolved in Europe, particularly Great Britain and Germany.

In the Philippines, the evolution of boxing was the unified vision of three men: Frank Churchill and the Tait brothers (Stewart and Eddie). Eddie Tait landed in Manila in 1902; his brother Steward joined him later. Together,

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May 7, 1945 end of war in Europe a revived Germany might team up later with democracies England, France, US, Italy and attack communist Russia. The nations adjourning Germany, like Poland, Hungary, Bosnia, Yugoslavia, Romania, Bulgaria, Albania, Estonia, Lithuania, and Estonia, became Soviet colonies. These nations became buffer zones/shock absorbers because before western democracies could enter the the Russian province of Ukraine, Belarus, they must cross the nations of Poland, Hungary, Czechoslovakia, etc., giving Russia enough time to prepare and defend.

To prevent a mis-encounter, the Allies agreed that Russia stay on the east side of the Elbe River while UK and US stay on the west side. A red rocket meant Russians and UK/US must fire green rockets as a sign that they are friends. Gotterdamerung is German for twilight

of the Gods, meaning the end, finis, kaput.

On April 12, Roosevelt died. Hitler considered it a sign that Germany would win the war.

He planned to leave his Berlin’s deep underground bunker on April 20, his 56th birthday, but lack of sleep, drugs, and continuous bad news made his mind erratic. By the time he decided to get out on April 23, the Russians had already surrounded Berlin.

On April 28, he made a will making admiral Doenitz his successor. On April 30, he married Eva Braun. On April 30, Eva swallowed a cyanide pill. Hitler shot himself on the roof of his mouth. Earlier, Italy’s dictator, Mussolini and his mistress were shot by communists, hanged upside down and displayed in a public plaza. Afraid of that, the S.S. troops, following Hitler’s orders, burned Hitler’s body.

On May 2, 3, and 4, German units facing the Russians surrendered instead to the British and US armies. On May 5, Doenitz asked for a conditional surrender hoping that negotiations for three more days would allow more Germans in

the Russian zone to transfer to US/UK zones. Eisenhower knew what the Germans planned and said, “If you don’t surrender now, US/UK forces will seal the western front and stop Germans from entering UK/US zones. Knowing that stalling was useless, the Germans signed surrender documents in the west in the town of Rheims, France on May 7 to take effect on May 8.

In the east (Russian side) the documents were signed in the evening of May 8. When on May 7 Germany learned of the surrender, thousands of German soldiers in the east tried to enter UK/US zones but were turned back. Some German soldiers in the east killed their families before killing themselves rather than give up to Russians, while most US units returned home, elite forces like 101 Band of Brothers and the 82nd airborne divisions were to be transferred to the Pacific for operation Olympus, the invasion of Japan. Fortunately, Japan surrendered on September 1945; the invasion was to be on October 1945 so the 101 and 82nd airborne divisions were finally sent home.

the “Barnums of THINK ON THESE! Borneo,” as they were known, established circuses, carnivals, and horse racing tracks in Manila.

Eddie Tait was also interested in boxing, but prizefighting had been Henrylito D. Tacio banned in the henrytacio@gmail.com Philippines. So his friend, Frank Churchill, had promoted bootleg bouts in Manila. But then, fights involving American servicemen didn’t attract locals.

After all, Filipinos had their own sort of boxing, a bare-handed martial art known as suntukan. In this kind of game, the two fighters held their hands high and kept their distance, occasionally charging forward to throw chopping punches, most of which would be fouls not tolerated in American rings.

It was not until in 1921 that boxing was legalized and began flourishing in the country.

According to Don Stradley, a regular contributor to The Ring, the first Filipino to fight publicly wearing gloves was Churchill’s driver, Leoncio Bernabe, in 1916. More tyro boxers followed.

“From this wave of eager beginners emerged such stars as Speedy Dado, the Flores brothers Francisco, Elino, Macario and Ireneo, Pete Sarmiento and the almost mythical Pancho Villa,” Stradley wrote.

Today, Emmanuel “Manny” Pacquiao thrills millions of fans from the around the world whenever he fights.

In 2004, the Entertainment and Sports Programming Network (ESPN) ranked boxing as the most difficult sport in the world. “Ring deaths can be as surprising as they are disturbing,” writes Graham Houston, the American editor of Boxing Monthly.

Dr. Saturnino P. Javier, an interventional cardiologist at the Makati Medical Center, calls boxing as “our modern-day munus gladiatorium” referring to gladiator games. In his column, which appeared in Health and Lifestyle, he wrote: “Nearly 1,600 years ago, gladiators battled each other in public spaces, e.g. arenas, circuses or amphitheaters, while spectators, like us, cheered and applauded the combatants until one was ultimately killed. The gladiators (like our boxers) fought to satisfy a general public’s seemingly insatiable fascination with and unquenchable thirst for violent and risk-laden competitions.”

The Journal of the American Medical Association estimates the death rate in boxing at 0.13 per 1,000 fights – or an average of one death in 7,692 fights. An American tally showed that from 1900 to 2005, there were 1,140 ring deaths. “Out of this figure, 29 were Filipinos,” Dr. Javier reported.

While boxing accounts for fewer deaths than many other sports, the British Medical Association (BMA) says this is insignificant compared to the effects of brain damage that may go unrecorded in many boxers.

Cuts and bruises are the most common boxing injuries, and many boxers leave the ring needing stitches to the face and dental work.

Body blows can lead to broken ribs and internal bleeding.

But, as boxing involves powerful people hitting each other repeatedly, often around the head, there are other risks - most serious of all being permanent severe brain damage.

World Medical Association (WMA) policy (2005) states that: “Boxing is a dangerous sport. Unlike most other sports, its basic intent is to produce bodily harm in the opponent.

Boxing can result in death and produces an alarming incidence of chronic brain injury.”

While other injuries repair relatively easily, brain tissue, once damaged, remains damaged.

The symptoms of such brain damage – commonly known as being “punch drunk” – include slurred speech, slow reactions and even occasional blackouts.

Many people assume that the predicament of the world’s most famous fighter, Muhammad Ali, was brought about by his numerous “wars” in the ring. But he is suffering from Parkinson’s disease and there is only circumstantial evidence to suggest it was brought on by his boxing career.

Wilfred Benitez, who was crowned world champion in three separate weight divisions and is touted as the youngest world champion in boxing history, also suffered from dementia pugilistica. Other famous boxers who have brain problems include Joe Louis, Beau Jack and, more recently, Jerry Quarry, Mike Quarry, Emile Griffith, Willie Pep, and Freddie Roach.

Aside from the brain, boxing also damages the eyes, ears and nose - in some cases there may be permanent sight or hearing loss. Problems found in 74 boxers applying for boxing licenses in New York State between 1984 and 1986 have been reported. In the study, 66 per cent of those examined had at least one ocular injury, vision-threatening injuries occurred in 58 per cent. Significant correlations were found between the total number of bouts and the total number of losses and the presence of retinal tears.

In 1991, eleven national medical associations (Australia, Bangladesh, Canada, Denmark, Finland, Ghana, Ireland, New Zealand, Nigeria, Norway and South Africa) confirmed their opposition to boxing, and expressed their concerns regarding the dangers of boxing. “As long as it is legal to hit an opponent above the neck, there are no safety precautions which can be taken to prevent this damage,” they chorused.

Dr. Javier wonders: “Where does the lust for a knock-out end and the admonition for cerebral contusion, or even death, begin?”

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er he will turn over the expired milk tea ingredients. But after the advisory from Manila, he resisted.

Ocuner said there is a possibility that the five Happy Lemon branches will be inspected by the Business Bureau once the report of the City Legal Office is completed probably by Friday.

“I suspect Happy Lemon still has a box full of expired milk tea ingredients,” he added.

Edge Davao tried to contact Happy Lemon through email but has not received a response as of press time.

Happy Lemon SM Lang

Branch was among the two milk tea shops from which the CHO was able to confiscate 22 sachets of expired milk tea ingredients last month.

The other shop was Davaobased 360° Hand Shaked Milk Tea Shop SM Lanang branch which has different branches in different major malls in Davao.

Ocuner said 360° Hand Shaked Milk Tea Shop was able to comply with the requirements of the CHO. Ocuner, meanwhile, said the CHO will be conducting another round of inspections on different milk tea shops here next month.

depository bank. Early termination of membership is not allowed.

In a previous statement, the SSS said members can enjoy higher return on their savings under the tax-free fund, which offers guaranteed earnings that are based on rates higher than those offered in a savings account or bank deposit.

According to San Jose, SSS-PESO Fund contributions are invested in government securities to ensure safety and liquidity and are guaranteed to earn based on prevailing Treasury bill rates.

SSS-PESO Fund savings are allocated to three accounts

namely, retirement, medical, and general purpose, which covers education, housing, livelihood, and unemployment. Only the portions allotted for medical and general purpose can be withdrawn before the member’s date of retirement.

A corresponding management fee will be charged for each SSS-PESO account while penalties will be charged for any withdrawals made before the fifth year of membership in the SSS-PESO Fund.

SSS-PESO Fund members may also receive additional earnings depending on the actual income of the fund at the end of each year.

products – paving the way for a global economic flow.

From building materials and equipment, interior design and renovation products, security and fire equipment, to topnotch services offered by both industry institutions and associations including architecture and interior design firms, mechanical and electrical engineering offices, information technologies and telecommunications provider, and construction promotion companies, the first-ever PHILBEX Davao proved to be a great success, with a 96% rate of satisfaction and 88% rate of show success. There is no doubt that this year’s installment will prove to be as successful or even more triumphant.

From architects, designers, and engineers, to direct-buyers and end-us-

ers, distributors, importers, exporters, and everyone else in between, PHILBEX Davao is sure to be the biggest and most beneficial building and construction exposition that one simply cannot miss. The best part is, admission is for free! The possibilities are infinite and this is only the beginning.

Presented in partnership with associations such as the European Chamber of Commerce, Chamber of Real Estate and Builders’ Association, Institute of Integrated Electrical Engineers of the Philippines, Philippine Institute of Civil Engineers, and the Philippine Institute of Interior Designers, be there and take part in the Mindanao region’s plight to economic ascendance on May 14 to 17, 2015 at the SMX Davao at SM Lanang.

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Davao Light may be constrained to conduct rotating power interruptions for a period of 30-minutes to 1-hour only within its franchise area.

It will, however, continue to run its standby diesel plant in Bajada and may activate its Interruptible Load Program to alleviate the current power situation. It will also optimize on the generating facilities with power supply agreements namely Hedcor Inc.’s Sibulan and Talomo Hydroelectric

power plants, and Therma Marine Inc. in order to mitigate the impact of the tight power situation.

With this curtailment level, Davao Light advises its consumers to be prudent in their use of energy.

Davao Light will continue to make the necessary announcements and updates to its customers relating to the power supply situation through its website, facebook page and twitter account.

them faulty electrical connection and arson, as the possible cause of the fire.

He said they are also looking at unattended candle as possible cause since there was a power outage in the area prior to the incident.

As to the damage, Balicol noted that their initial PhP5 million estimate only covered the destroyed market structures.

“We’re still waiting for the

damage declarations from the affected stall owners,” he said.

Meantime, Surallah Mayor Antonio Bendita said he will immediately convene the Municipal Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Council on Wednesday morning to properly assess the situation.

He said they will also discuss the release of some assistance to the affected stall owners.(PNA)

slaught of the El Niño phenomenon, we have already distributed drought-resistant palay seeds, and assisted farmers in the adjustment of their cropping season. For corn, DA has already issued notices to release corn seeds from the buffer stocking program of Agri-Pinoy Corn Program,” Alcala said.

In the meantime, to effectively manage “drought” pests, the DA has trained and encouraged farmers to practice crop rotation to break the continuous food supply to the pests to break their life cycle.

Farmers have likewise been encouraged to minimize the use of synthetic pesticides and instead massively introduce bio-control agents to preserve the life of helpful organisms.

For this, DA has requested the support of RCPC Trichogramma Laboratory to augment the need of Trichogramma for the control of stem borer in the infested areas.Trichogramma is a parasitic species of wasp that kills eggs of stem borer.

Alcala said that DA has also conducted pre-cloud seeding operations in affected areas.

“Field personnel of the DA-Bureau of Soils and Water Management are now validating extent of damage in affected areas as basis for cloud-seeding operations and installation of shallow tube wells,” he said.

Furthermore, the Agriculture chief urged lo-

cal government units and farmer organizations to continuously coordinate with local agriculture offices and employ mitigation measures prescribed

by DA as well as other agencies.

“This is a tremendous natural event that we are dealing with, hence we need an equally massive force of collaborative stakeholders for our mitigation efforts to succeed,” Alcala said.

According to PAGASA, the following provinces are affected by drought: Abra, Agusandel Norte, Apayao, Basilan, Benguet, Bohol, Ifugao, Ilocos Norte, Ilocos Sur, Kalinga, La Union, Lanao del Norte, Maguindanao, Misamis Occidental, Mountain Province, Pampanga, Saranggani, South Cotabato, Sulu, Tawi-Tawi, Zamboanga del Norte, Zamboanga del Sur and ZamboangaSibugay.

Dry spell, on the other hand, is being experienced by the provinces of Agusan del Sur, Albay, Bataan, Batanes, Batangas, Biliran, Bukidnon, Cavite, Cebu, Compostela Valley, Davao del Norte, Davao Oriental, Eastern Samar, Guimaras, Lanao del Sur, Leyte, Masbate, Misamis Oriental, Negros Occidental, Negros Oriental, Northern Samar, Nueva Ecija, Rizal, Samar, Siquijor, Sorsogon, Southern Leyte, Sultan Kudarat, Surigao del Norte, Surigao del Sur and Tarlac.

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Duterte... FROM 3 it was not time to talk about running for president.

Duterte reiterated what he said in previous forums that he will declare a revolutionary government “within six months or one year” if he does not get the reforms that he wants.

“If you don’t want to declare it, I will be the one to declare it,” he vowed, drawing another round of applause.

The declared “son of Mindanao” is no longer as adamant about the draft that has started to gain ground even in other regions.

Duterte makes light of recent surveys showing him in third place but he no longer dismisses the emerging movement.

“Si (Cong.) Macarambon na ang magdesisyon nyan (Macarambon will be the one to decide on that),” the mayor remarked light-heartedly.

The people laughed and cheered heartily because it sounded like music to their ears. Earlier, Macarambon had pushed for Duterte as the next president of the country and the first from Mindanao.

The ASAPP aims to significantly and sustainably reduce poverty incidence among the population to 18-20 percent in 2016 by creating income opportunities for and enhancing the employability of the poor. It is being piloted in selected cities and municipalities in 10 provinces classified as Category 1 in the Updated Philippine Development Plan 20112016. It is in these provinces where the number of poor families is highest.

Salubungan is a public-private partnership model of the ASAPP that aims to tap the skills and resources of the poor in enabling private enterprises to expand their production capacities and markets. It gathers together regional government agencies, local government units, the private sector, and representatives from select poor cities and municipalities to discuss factors that inhibit local private enterprises from increasing their linkages with the poor.

Then, solutions involving government policies and programs to link the poor with these enterprises are identified.

These may include skill enhancement to increase the poor’s employability in businesses with growth potentials. They may also include trade facilitation and market linkages such that the poor get to supply the raw materials, inputs and services needed by bigger businesses.

“We will try to address gaps with government intervention and support from the private sector to create massive employment so that those currently considered below the poverty threshold can be included in the growth process,” said NEDA Deputy Director-General Margarita R. Songco, in a separate Salubungan held

on April 21, 2015 in Iloilo City.

“We don’t need grand projects. What we need are doable targets for the private sector, and enabling environment and commitment from the government to encourage businesses to hire the vulnerable and source inputs from them,” she added.

The other ASAPP model involves employing the poor in government programs and projects, such as in public works, shelter and facilities improvement, as well as education, health and nutrition, and ecological management programs.

“In planning and implementing the ASAPP, we should always remember that if the poor are able to participate and not only benefit from the growth process, then the growth is inclusive,” said Assistant Director-General Rosemarie G. Edillon.

In the Iloilo workshop, the private sector, represented by medium scale and social enterprises in hotel, resort, restaurant, food processing, construction, and agri-business industries, identified the skills they require for their operations and expressed their willingness to hire individuals from the target communities.

The pilot municipalities also have potential to supply raw materials such as bamboo, poultry and livestock, seafood, spices, and vegetables.

The NEDA is the convener of the ASAPP Action Team of Iloilo and Cebu, composed by the members of the Human Development and Poverty Reduction Cluster and selected members of the Economic Development Cluster. A series of consultations and follow-up activities will follow to ensure the sustainability of the ASAPP.

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Top tech firms bypassing Asian workers for exec jobs Study: Silicon Valley companies hire plenty of Asians, but relatively few become executives

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OOGLE, Yahoo and other major technology companies are far more inclined to hire Asians as computer programmers than to promote them to become managers or executives, according to a study released Wednesday.

The analysis uncovered a glaring imbalance between the number of Asian technology workers in non-management jobs and the number in leadership positions in Silicon Valley.

Ascend, a group focused on Asian business issues, based its conclusions on 2013 data filed with U.S. employment regulators by five Silicon Valley companies — Google Inc., Yahoo Inc. Intel Corp., Hewlett-Packard Co. and LinkedIn Corp.

“If you step in the cafeteria of any of these five companies, you will see plenty of Asian talent around,” said Denise Peck, a co-author of the Ascend study and former vice president at computer networking equipment maker Cisco Systems. “It’s only when you walk into the executive suites at these com-

panies that you might see a problem.”

Google declined to comment on Ascend’s report. Intel reiterated earlier commitments to diversify its workforce.

Yahoo, LinkedIn and HP didn’t immediately respond to inquiries.

Ascend’s findings may raise more questions about ethnic and gender biases in Silicon Valley at a time when the technology industry is already under attack for its hiring practices.

The study is coming out on the same day that civil rights leader Jesse Jackson and his Rainbow Push organization are holding a summit in San Francisco as part of a year-old campaign to pressure tech companies into hiring and promoting more minorities and women.

Most of the criticism has been spurred by the release of employment data showing an abnormally low percentage of women, blacks and Hispanics who have programming and engineering jobs.

There’s no shortage of Asians in those tech-

nology jobs, according to those numbers and Ascend’s new report.

Asians, though, are having trouble climbing up the chain of command, based on Ascend’s analysis of the “professional” jobs at the five studied companies. The classification refers to white-collar positions that typically require technical skills or college degrees.

The report found that Asians held 27 percent of the professional jobs yet only 14 percent were executives. By comparison, whites held 62 percent of the professional jobs at the studied companies, but filled 80 percent of the executive jobs.

Asian women faced a “double whammy” of racial and sexual discrimination, according to the report. The study found there is only one Asian female executive for every 287 Asian women professional jobs at the five companies. By comparison, there was one white female executive for every 123 white women in professional jobs, Ascend said. The ratio for white men was

one executive for every 87 professional jobs.

The technology industry’s shortage of Asian executives stems in part from a cultural divide, the report concedes.

C o r porate America often embraces confident, o u t spoken individuals with unconventional ideas. In contrast, many Asians are taught to be deferential and cling to a belief that doing a good job will automatically be rewarded, said Peck, a Chinese-American.

“There are cultural norms and attitudes that help get Asians to a certain level of success, but then work against them and hold them back from reaching a higher rank,” Peck said.

The challenges aren’t insurmountable.

Microsoft Corp. is led by an Asian CEO, Indian-Amer-

COMPUTER virus that tries to avoid detection by making the machine it infects unusable has been found.

If Rombertik’s evasion techniques are triggered, it deletes key files on a computer, making it constantly restart.

Analysts said Rombertik was “unique” among malware samples for resisting capture so aggressively.

On Windows machines where it goes unnoticed, the malware steals login data and other confidential information.

Endless loop Rombertik typically infected a vulnerable machine after a booby-trapped attachment on a phishing message had been opened, security researchers Ben Baker and Alex Chiu, from Cisco, said in a blogpost.

Some of the messages Rombertik travels with pose as business enquiry letters from Microsoft.

The malware “indiscriminately” stole data entered by victims on any website, the researchers said.

And it got even nastier when it spotted someone was trying to understand how it worked.

“Rombertik is unique in that it actively attempts to destroy the computer if it detects certain attributes

ican Satya Nadella, who has received high marks since taking the job 15 months ago. Another Asian leader, Sundar Pichai, has worked his way up to become one of Google’s top executives since joining the company 11 years ago.

In a Tuesday blog post that didn’t directly address Ascend’s report, Google said about half of its 55,000 employees have completed “unconscious bias” workshops

associated with malware analysis,” the researchers said.

The malware regularly carries out internal checks to see if it is under analysis.

If it believes it is, it will attempt to delete an essential Windows system file called the Master Boot Record (MBR).

It will then restart the machine which, because the MBR is missing, will go into an endless restart loop.

The code replacing the MBR makes the machine print out a message mocking attempts to analyse it.

Restoring a PC with its MBR deleted involves reinstalling Windows, which could mean important data is lost.

Rombertik also uses other tricks to foil analysis.

One involves writing a byte of data to memory 960 million times to overwhelm analysis tools that try to spot malware by logging system activity.

Security expert Graham Cluley said destructive viruses such as Rombertik were quite rare.

“It’s not the norm,” he said.

“That’s because malware these days doesn’t want to draw attention to itself, as that works against its typical goal - to lie in wait, stealing information for a long time.”

as part of its diversity commitment.

“With an organization of our size, meaningful change will take time,” wrote Nancy Lee, Google’s vice president of people operations.

“From one year to the next, bit by bit, our progress will inch forward.”

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ATIONALIST People’s Coalition (NPC) Congressman Win Gatchalian has filed a bill pushing for greater awareness among the youth on the dangers posed by human trafficking in the light of the case of Mary Jane Veloso, an overseas Filipino worker (OFW) who was sentenced to death in Indonesia after falling prey to a drug syndicate.

Gatchalian, a majority

member of the House committees on basic education and culture and on higher and technical education, yesterday filed House Bill 5709 to be known as “Human Trafficking Preventive Education Program Act.” Under HB 5709, the Inter-Agency Council Against Trafficking (IACAT) will make possible the creation of the Human Trafficking Preventive Education Program, which seeks to edu-

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cate the youth about basic labor rights and international and local human trafficking, among others.

“The Program will arm members of the youth sector from all walks of life with the information they need to protect themselves from becoming victims of trafficking,” explained Gatchalian.

The IACAT, in cooperation with state education institutions, shall implement a school-based program to accomplish the goal to educate the youth.

It will also implement a community-based program covering out-of-school youth to reach the same goal. Implementation of the program in conflict-affected areas shall be prioritized.

In drafting HB 5709, Gatchalian noted that most Filipina domestic helpers going abroad are either high school graduates or dropouts and many were known to suffer abuses.

Some are duped to become unwitting drug mules like Veloso.

Gatchalian pointed out that the government could have prevented their unfortunate situation if they were made aware about

the harsh realities of illegal recruitment and human trafficking when they were still studying in high school.

“The lack of understanding and awareness of human trafficking continues to facilitate a culture of impunity for the perpetrators, and a burden of injustice for the victims. The State must assume a larger role in stopping trafficking at its source – by educating potential victims about the dangers of trafficking and instructing them on how to seek protection from the government,” said Gatchalian.

OFWs have become the highest income generator for the country, whose personal remittances in 2014 set an all-time high for the Philippines at $26.93 billion. The contribution of OFWs to the country’s economy, however, does not seem to be reciprocated by the government’s support and attention to their plight.

Data from the Philippine Statistics Authority (PSA) showed there were around 1.072 million female OFWs in 2012, largely 25 to 29 years old and are laborers and unskilled

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workers. On the other hand, there were 1.148 million male OFWs, largely 45 years old and over and are plant and machine operators and assemblers, as well as trade and related workers.

The Philippine Drug Enforcement Agency (PDEA) had reported 710 Filipinos languishing in jails in different parts of the world (in Asia, in the US and in the Middle East) for acting as drug couriers of big-time drug smuggling rings. In China alone, there are already 205 Filipinos imprisoned for allegedly being “drug mules” and 28 of them are in death row.

Most of the past drug couriers have generally came from impoverished backgrounds and according to the PDEA, there is a current preference of international drug syndicates for young professionals or office workers with presentable personalities since are less likely to be suspected as “drug mules.”

These unwitting victims are lured by promises of free travel, free I-Pads, and hefty allowances. Women comprise 62 percent of detained drug

mules while 38 percent are men. They are recruited through the internet and social networking sites like Facebook and Twitter, still according to PDEA. Figures from the PSA show that only 22.3 percent of women in the country attained college education, 21.3 percent completed high school, and 11.9 percent finished elementary.

Statistics for men is bleaker. Slightly more than 18 percent attained college education, 20.1 percent who completed high school, and 12.1 percent completed elementary.

The Philippines remains to be categorized in the Tier 2 in the 2014 Trafficking in Persons Report by the U.S. State Department, meaning the government has yet to meet the minimum standards for the elimination of trafficking.

Slightly more than 1,800 human trafficking victims have been assisted by the Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) nationwide last year, but that number may not reflect the true volume of cases as many victims do not report to authorities.

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PHILBEX Davao 2015: Be part of the history The Philippine Building and Construction Exposition Davao seeksto elevate the Mindanao region with a bigger and bolder second installment!

The mark of a truly thriving nation is a prosperous economic landscape that is not merely concentrated in a single center, but rather, one that includes a proliferation of various successful centralities that possess limitless potential, in turn yielding abundant growth and development.

Long cementing its reputation as a driver for economic growth, Worldbex Services International, the country’s leading events and exhibits organizer leads at the forefront of tapping into the boundless potential of the nation as it launched the first-ever Philippine Building and Construction Exposition Davao, or simply, PHILBEX Davao last year.

This time around, it comes back stronger to continue with its plight to elevate the Mindanao construction industry to unprecedented heights. Slated to be held on May 14 to 17, 2015 at the SMX Davao at SM Lanang, the 2nd PHILBEX Davao is poised to supplement the burgeoning construction industry of the Mindanao region.

According to the data presented by the Philippine

Statistics Authority, the Davao region ranked fifth among the regions in terms of the most number of construction projects with 11,215 projects with approved building permits. Furthermore, it has been officially declared by the Department of Public Works and Highways during the hearing on the proposed 2015 national budget that the region will get the biggest chunk of the government’s infrastructure budget this year.

Despite the region’s lagging investment inflows and trade expansion, the region proves to be a key area for logistical development, which all the more confirms the region’s potential for growth and development.

Recognizing the need for the region to elevate its infrastructure developments and expand its network to give way for more diverse economic activity, PHILBEX Davao 2015 takes on the role of empowering the region’s construction industry by serving as a platform to showcase the latest innovations in the market as well as provide the means for industry professionals to not only gain

new knowledge and insights but to build connections and ultimately grow their network.

Patterned after WORLDBEX in Manila, the country’s biggest and most-anticipated construction event by both local and foreign industry players, PHILBEX Davao is likewise envisioned to be a worldclass trade show that will boast of an extensive range of product presentations, engaging and insightful pocket events and activities, as well as serve as a primaryvenue for trade professionals to network among themselves and yield business-to-business opportunities.

Occupying a total of 4,480sqm of exhibition space, this year’s PHILBEX Davao headlines the theme of “Building Visions in the Realm of ASEAN Integration” with over 130 exhibitors and 240 booths. Championing the best of what the region has to offer, the exposition will turn the spotlight on local products and services that have the capacity to compete side by side with other global

With over 130 exhibitors and 240 something booths, visitors can expect an all-inclusive construction exposition at the 2nd PHILBEX Davao.

HE threat of higher energy consumption and soaring electricity prices make energy savings a top priority for homes this summer.

But how can these factors be balanced against keeping your family cool and comfortable during the hottest months of the year?

Based on studies, household energy consumption in the Philippines spikes during the summer. And for 2015, this could coincide with hikes in electricity prices. According to Meralco, power rates could increase P0.72 in May due to supply issues caused by the Malampaya maintenance shutdown.

“You also have to weigh these factors against maintaining home comfort amid punishing heat,” advises Harold Pernikar, Consumer Solutions

Group Director of Concepcion-Carrier Air-conditioning (CCAC).

This summer, Filipinos could expect sweltering 38-degree temperaturesin the middle of an already scorching summer. “These conditions make it difficult for anyone to function, leading to day-long frustration that eventually keeps them from a comfortable night of well-deserved sleep,” describes Pernikar.

So, how exactly can you keep your home cool and comfortable while saving on electricity bills this summer?

Things to know to beat the heat The good news is you don’t have to suffer or break the bank to beat the heat or the energy shortage. Here are a few simple ways to stay relaxed while you cool down that

power bill: Regularly cleaning your air conditioner Making use of timers and other power-saving features Replacing older air conditioners with newer, more efficient units Regular maintenance and using air conditioners responsibly will go a long way in keeping the summer heat and your power consumption down.

When replacing old units, always go for the product that uses the least power without compromising performance.

Consider the number of hours you run air conditioners in a day. Fixed-speed air con units are recommended for those who use air conditioners for less than 8 hours of air conditioning a day while inverter-type units are best for extended periods of use.

The most energy-efficient non-inverter aircon Based on lab tests, the Carrier Optima Window Room Air Conditioner (WRAC) model is rated with the lowest electricity consumption among non-inverter air con-

ditioner brands. With a power consumption of 498watts for 0.5hp, 580 watts for 0.75hp, and 855 watts for 1.0hp, it offers optimum cooling at the lowest operating cost.

It has the highest Energy Efficiency Ratios (EER) compared to others in its class while offering the best cooling temperature compared to its competitors. With an EER of 12.1(for 0.75hp), the model offers bigger savings for its owners—making it a considerable option for homes this summer.

It also comes with an energy saving plug and timer that allow users to save additional 40% on electricity.

The Carrier Optima is also available in High Wall Split model.

“For the next months, maintaining your power bill and keeping your home cool and comfortable for your family are top considerations. You should start by making smarter energy decisions at home when it comes to choosing the right air conditioner,” concludes Pernikar.

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Championing the importance of design as much as it values functionality, PHILBEX Davao is sure to be a hit among design professionals and enthusiasts alike as

it mounts booths and galleries dedicated not only to showcaseup-and-coming design trends and innovationsbut also for vignettes and capsule presentations.

Cool down your power bill this summer Manila Pavilion’s Mother’s Day treats T M

ANILA Pavilion fetes Moms of all ages with an exquisite selection of culinary offerings and room accommodation choices to make their day extra special.

Moms who are treated to a sumptuous lunch in the hotel’s interactive lifestyle restaurant Seasons or are in-house on May 10 will receive fabulous hair keratin treatment worth P1500 courtesy of Bangs Prime Salon by Tony and Jackey and P500 worth of free dental services from Metro Dental.

At Seasons, the hotel’s trendy and stylish restaurant with a theatre of open kitchens and sensational buffets featuring Asian and International cuisines, a delightful Mother’s Day lunch buffet prepared a la minute such as braised beef shoulder in red wine, carving specialties of roasted chicken Americaine with mustard, crusted Salmon fillet with nuts on Bouillabaisse veloute, confit pork belly with thyme jus, roasted beef with mushroom sauce and pommes parisienne, salted crepes, strawberry crème brulee, and blueberry panna cotta, to name a few beckon at P999 nett inclusive of free-flowing soda, iced tea, and juices.

A complimentary cake, chocolate roses and the Tony

& Jackey and Metro Dental gift certificates await moms who will come in four or more.

Sweet pleasure for Moms will be available at the Frenchstyle pastry shop Patisserie for the month of May such as, cookies and cream tamarind cake at P1,100 nett per whole plus a selection of chocolate roses and other themed sweets and chocolate treats.

For the ultimate Mother’s Day pampering, book Mom with the room accommodation of her choice replete with International breakfast starting at P4,000 nett offered for local residents and expats with valid ACR. Room-only rates start at P2,600 nett.

For booking inquiries and reservations, call Manila Pavilion at 526 1212 extension 2408 for food and beverage; or toll free # 1-800-10-WFRONT8 (9376688) for rooms; or, visit www.waterfronthotels.com. ph.

Manila Pavilion Hotel is part of the Waterfront chain of hotels and is located at United Nations avenue corner Ma. Orosa Street, Ermita, Manila.

For inquiries and reservations, call 526-1212 or toll free # 1-800-10-WFRONT8 (9376688), or visit www.waterfronthotels.com.ph.

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TEAM GOLD. Davao’s boys and girls secondary tennis team strike a victory pose after winning the team gold medals in the 2015 Palarong Pambansa.

Netters give Davao 2 golds A

By ARMANDO B. FENEQUITO JR.

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FTER being clipped of their wings in the first two days of action, the Davao Eagles finally soared Tuesday night after bagging two gold medals in the 2015 Palarong Pambansa.

The host region turned to the netters for the initial breakthrough with convincing wins in the finals of the tennis team events in both the girls and boys secondary categories.

The boys’ team blanked Central Visayas, 2-0, for Davao’s first gold, before the girls’ side blasted MIMAROPA also via the same score to

complete the double kill.

The Eagles leaned on Christian Fel Lopez, Jomari Justin Guira and Elwin Centillas in toppling Central Visayas.

Lopez, who hails from the Island Garden City of Samal, won the singles match, 8-3, then Guira and Centillas prevailed in the doubles match, 6-2. Guira is from Davao City while Centillas hails from Panabo.

Central Visayas settled for the silver while the National Capital Region and SOCCSKSARGEN took the bronze medals.

Shaira Hope Rivera, Dan-

na Mariella Abad and Nicole Ana Bautista starred for Davao in the lopsided win over MIMAROPA in the girls’ finals.

Rivera and the tandem of Abad-Bautista all fashioned out similar 8-0 scores in the championship matches. Rivera and Abad are from Sta. Ana National High School in Davao City while Bautista is from Ateneo de Davao University in Davao City.

The triumph brought some joyous moment for the Davao Region, which got off to a bad start in this year’s edition of the country’s big-

gest sporting competition for elementary and secondary athletes with poor showings in athletics.

“We are very happy and proud we got the first golds,” Davao coach Marivic Salvador said.

Salvador said their intense training in Manila paid off. Prior to the competition, the team trained at Philippine Tennis Academy in Manila for a month..

In a separate interview, Guira told Edge Davao he was happy to partner with Centillas in beating a strong Central Visayas side.

2:17.28 while her teammate Chloe Anne Marie Fabric won the bronze with her time of 2:21.34.

In the girls 200-meter relay, Hilario teamed up with Bea Jessica Villanueva, Angeline Jain and Bernice Arabelle Elesterio to pocket the silver for Davao with a time of 2:19.62.

The gold medal went to

the NCR quartet of Yvoria Rosales, Tara Keniosha Uy, Camille Lauren Buico and Kara Mendoza.

Hilario ended the day with a bronze-medal finish in the 100-meter backstroke.

She clocked 1:12.83 to finish behind gold medal winner Ravin Faith Alcoseba (1:10.93) of Central Visayas and Rosales (1:12.15) of NCR.

Davao’s Hilario settles for 2 silvers, bronze

BY CHARLES RAYMOND A. MAXEY

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OE Marie Hilario settled for two silver medals and a bronze for Davao Region as the highly-anticipated swimming event of the 2015 Palarong Pambansa got underway at the Davao del Norte Sports and Tourism Complex in Tagum City.

The 12-year-old Hilario was eyeing to bring home some gold medals, but failed in

her bid in the face of strong opposition in this year’s edition of the country’s biggest sporting competition for elementary and secondary athletes.

Hilario clocked two minutes and 18.82 seconds to finish second in the girls elementary 200-meter freestyle finals.

Jules Katherine Ong of the National Capital Region took the gold with a time of

Panabo mermaid strikes gold NOTHER gold medal came for the Davao Eagles yesterday after local girl Bernice Arabelle Elesterio outlasted her more illustrious rival from National Capital Region (NCR) in the 50 LC Meter Breaststroke Elementary yesterday.

Bernice Arabelle Elesterio of Maryknoll High School of Panabo topped the other eight swimmers recorded a 37.98 time enough to give the gold medal for Davao Regional Athletic Association (DAVRAA).

“I am very happy that I got gold,” Elesterio told Edge Davao

in an interview.

Elesterio said she did not expect that she can outlast the swimmer Sam Andrei Doragos of NCR who only bagged the bronze.

His co-Eagles Angeline Jain of Francisco Adlaon Learning Institute also from Panabo City got the silver medal finishing 38.57.

Eagle’s swimming coach Raquel Montellano said that she is proud with swimmers especially Elesterio who got gold medal because it is hard to get it especially in Palarong Pambansa. Armando B. Fenequito Jr.

Davao pugs win 2 of 4 bouts

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OST Davao Region won two of four bouts at the start of the Palarong Pambansa boxing championships held Tuesday at the Tagum Trade and Cultural Center Pavilion.

John Michael Diocares (40 kg.) won by a majority decision against NCR’s Glenn Dumam-ag while pinweight John Benedict Cadavido crushed Region 4B’s Ranzell Rada by a unanimous decision.

Light mosquito Christian Betonio, however, was beaten

by NCR’s Ranidell Crampatanta by a majority decision.

Defending champion Soccsksargen and last year’s runner-up Central Visayas lived up to their billing as the prohibitive favorites in the boxing competitions as they sent seven boxers to the next round.

Soccsksargen won three of four fights while CVIRAA swept all its four assignments.

Criz Russu Laurente, younger brother of last year’s two gold medalists Christian Pitt (41-42 kg.) and Crizsander (44-46 kg.), beat Caraga’s Dexter Louie Racoma by a majority decision in the light mosquito division (36-38 kg.).

The other winners for the home region of world division champion Manny Pacquiao were light paperweight Jasper Catalbas (42 kg.) and light fly Jayson Mama (46-49 kg.), who outpointed Region 10’s Diosdado Tabac Jr. and Region 11’s Jiple Jay Cabrera, respectively.

Dennis Dave Cosina, however, bowed out to Region 10’s Reemelyr Namocatcat by a unanimous decision in the mosquito (40 kg.) event.

Mayweather open to rematch

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Davao Region’s Hanna Mae V. Bucod prepares to launch the arrow towards the target in the 60-meter archery competition in the Palarong Pambansa 2015 at the Davao del Norte Sports and Tourism Complex in Tagum City yesterday. Lean Daval Jr.

LOYD Mayweather added another wrinkle to the fallout of his fight against Manny Pacquiao by saying he would be open to a rematch after the Filipino southpaw recovers from shoulder surgery, according to an ESPN report on Tuesday.

Mayweather has one fight remaining on his Showtime contract and has repeatedly said he intends to retire after a bout fight in September, although after Saturday’s fight he told reporters that he is “human” and occasionally contradicts himself.

“I will fight him in a year after his surgery,” Mayweather, who earned a unanimous decision over Pacquiao, told Smith in a text on Tuesday, according to ESPN. His reported comments

added to the complicated aftermath of the so-called “Fight of the Century,” with possible lawsuits in the works and Pacquiao likely to face disciplinary action for failing to disclose a pre-bout shoulder injury.

Barely one hour after the contest ended, Pacquiao’s promoter, Bob Arum, said the 36-year-old southpaw had been hampered by a previous injury to his right shoulder.

On Monday, an MRI scan in Los Angeles confirmed the boxer has a torn rotator cuff that will require surgery.

Apparently neither Pacquiao nor his team informed the Nevada Athletic Commission about the shoulder issue until a couple of hours before the start of the fight when they asked for an anti-inflammatory injection.

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DAVAO MERMAID. A Davao region swimmer competes in the preliminaries of the 200-meter breaststroke secondary division in the Palarong Pambansa 2015 at the Davao del Norte Sports and Tourism Complex in Tagum City yesterday. Lean Daval Jr.

DAVAO BAGS 3 GOLDS

Netters, swimmer win Davao’s first gold medals, 3-way fight looms

By NEILWIN JOSEPH L. BRAVO with a report from ARMANDO B. FENEQUITO

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HE long wait for that elusive gold medal finally came to an end for Davao Region in the 2015 Palarong Pambansa.

On Tuesday night, the Davao tennis squad knocked in a pair of golds in the secondary boys and girls team tennis event to get the gold machine chugging. Another gold medal in the pool yesterday brought the total harvest to three and the hosts are finally in the gold column and 10th overall after four days of action.

At the Davao del Norte Sports and Tourism Complex tennis courts, the boys team blanked Central Visayas, 2-0, for Davao’s first gold, before the girls side followed suit with a 2-0 spanking of Mimaropa.

The Eagles leaned on Christian Fel Lopez, Jomari Justin Guira and Elwin Centillas in toppling Central Visayas while the girls squad had Shaira Hope Rivera, Danna Mariella Abad and Nicole Ana Bautista to do the job for the twin gold.

Local lass Bernice Arabelle Elesterio provided the wildest jubilation after she struck for the host’s third gold in swimming with an emphatic win in the 50-meter breaststroke event with a time of 37.98 seconds, slightly slower than her qualifying time of 37.37. Jain also anchored the host team to a silver in the medley relay earlier.

Bernice Arabelle Elesterio outlasted her more illustrious rival Sam Andrei Doragos of the National Capital Region (NCR) in the 50 LC Meter Breaststroke Elementary yesterday.

Elesterio, a standout of Maryknoll High School of Panabo, bested eight other swimmers in the finals before a loudly-cheering crowd.

“I am very happy that I got gold,” Elesterio told Edge Davao in an interview.

Angeline Jain of Francisco Adlaon Learning Institute also

from Panabo City made it a 1-2 Davao finish after she got the silver medal finishing 38.57.

The three gold medals placed Davao in solo 10th after tying for no. 11 overnight. The hosts also have 7 silvers and 7 bronzes for a total of 17 medals thus far.

National Capital Region (NCR) roared to an 11-gold avalanche yesterday, an output matched by an overachieving Calabarzon contingent as the battle for the 2015 Palarong Pambansa supremacy is shaping up into an interesting three-way battle with West Visayas close by at third.

The Big City athletes now have 23 golds, 23 silvers and 15 bronzes to stay atop the leaderboard going into the last three days of hostilities.

Calabarzon, riding high on a big 11-gold harvest, improved to 16-10-18 and overtook erstwhile second placer West Visayas which raked in 9 golds for the day to raise its tally to 14-12-13. Cordillera Autonomous Region also had a field day with 9 golds to stay at fourth with an 11-3-6 haul.

But the biggest gainer for the day was Soccskargen which jumped five notches up from no.

10 to fifth with a 6-13-11 output.

Central Visayas also moved from 8th to 6th with a 6-4-7 total. Bicol (6-2-3), Northern Mindanao (44-8), Central Luzon (4-3-4), and Davao (3-7-7) rounded up the top 10.

ARMM (3-2-3), Cagayan Valley (1-4-4), Ilocos (1-1-8), Caraga (1-1-1), Eastern Visayas (1-0-1), Zamboanga (1-0-1) and Mimaropa (0-2-2) complete the leaderboard after four days of competition in this event backed up

by TADECO, Davao International Container Terminal, Damosa Land, Anflocor, Davao Packaging Corporation, Pearl Farm, Aboitiz Power-Davao Light and Power Corporation and Coca Cola.

GOLD MEDALIST. Bernice Arabelle Elesterio on top of the podium after winning the gold medal in the 50-m breaststroke.

2015 PALARONG PAMBANSA OVERALL MEDAL STANDINGS As of May 6 (Day 4) DELEGATION NCR

G 23

S 23

B

RANK

15

1

6

4

CALABARZON

16

10

18

SOCKSARGEN

6

13

11

WVRAA CAR

CVRAA BICOL

NMRAA CLRAA

DAVRAA ARMM

CAVRAA ILOCOS

CARAGA EVRAA

ZAMBOANGA MIMAROPA

14 11 6

6 4 4

3

3 1

1

1 1 1

0

12 3 4

2 4

3 7

2 4

1

1 0 0

2

13 7 3 8

4

7 3 4

8

1 1

1

2

2 3 5

6 7

8

9

10 11

12

13 14 15

16

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