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BACK TO NORMAL PCG lifts suspension of Davao-Samal transport

By ADAM B. MORRELL

AT A GLANCE: Nearly 1,000 families forced to evacuate for safety in Davao Region 19 Barangays affected Bridge in Tarragona, Davao Oriental damaged Davao City deploys free bus transport

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fter the Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration (PAGASA) reported that the tropical depression “Chedeng” has weakened to a low-pressure area, the suspension of operations of all commercial vessels and watercrafts from Davao City to Island Garden City of Samal (IGACOS) and versa has been lifted.

RAINY DAY. Motorcycle riders brave the rain as they traverse along E. Quirino Avenue in Davao City on their way to work on Tuesday. Moderate to heavy rain were experienced in the city as Tropical Depression Chedeng has made landfall in Malita, Davao Occidental. Lean Daval Jr

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The Philippine Coast Guard Station Davao announced on Tuesday that effective 9:30 am, March 19, routes from Sta. Ana Wharf to Kaputian and vice versa, Sta. Ana Whard to Talicud and vice versa, and charter boats that serves island hopping may resume to its normal operations.

On March 18, the agency suspended the operations following the HPCG Memorandum Circular no. 02-2013 guidelines on the movement of vessels during inclement weather.

PAGASA, on the other hand, announced that scattered to at times widespread moderate to heavy rains will still be experienced over Davao Region.

Nearly 1,000 families or over 4,000 individuals from 19 barangays in

Davao Region were forced to evacuate to safer places on Monday evening in anticipation of "Chedeng."

Heavy rainfall brought about by the tropical depression also damaged the Nasipit Bridge in Barangay Central, Tarragona, Davao Oriental which remains not passable to all types of vehicles due to scouring, making the bridge unstable and unsafe, according to the Of�ice of Civil Defense in Region 11 (OCD-11).

OCD-11 Director Luis Ochotorena, chairperson of the Regional Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Council (RDRRMC-11), said Davao Oriental and Davao Occidental provinces have the most number of affected families during Monday's

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FLOOD. Motorists make their way through floodwaters along Ecoland Drive in Davao City on Tuesday. Lean Daval Jr

Palace not surprised by ex-SAP Go’s surge in top 3 M

alacañang on Tuesday said it is not surprised that former Special Assistant to the President Christopher Lawrence "Bong" Go climbed to third spot in the latest Pulse Asia senatorial survey.

"Given the fact that he is very visible, I am not surprised why he is within the top 3. He’s very visible and as we know in this election and for that matter, previous elections, awareness is number one consideration," Presidential Spokesperson Salvador Panelo said in a brie�ing.

Panelo cited the importance of visibility for a candidate’s winning chances.

"He may be very good,

but if the people are not aware of your name my goodness, wala rin (it will turn out as nothing)," he said.

Panelo also attributed President Rodrigo R. Duterte's endorsement to Go’s surge from 6th to 12th in January to 3rd to 4th place in the Pulse Asia survey conducted on Feb. 24-28 but was released only last Monday.

"Very strong ang en-

DPWH, DOTr suspend anti-overloading drive

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he Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) and Department of Transportation (DOTr) have re-extended the suspension of enforcement of the maximum allowable gross vehicle weight (GVW) for trucks and trailers having a total of 18 and 22 wheels.

DPWH Secretary

Mark A. Villar and DOTr Secretary Arthur P. Tugade agreed to move the anti-overloading policy from its previous deadline to June 30 2019, allowing haulers and truckers to acquire additional transport equipment to conform to the latest GVW. The suspension covers Code 12-2 and 12-3 DPWH, P10

dorsement niya (President Duterte's endorsement is very strong). Apart from that, you must remember that for the last three years Bong Go has been very, very visible, print, media, television. You always see him when you see the President he is there, either he is beside him, he is talking to him or at the background.

In all events he is always there. So the awareness is, very high," he said.

Panelo, also Chief Presidential Legal Counsel, believed that Go is compliant with election laws.

"I don’t think Bong Go will be violating any election offense," he said.

Panelo said those who accused Go of vote buying when he allegedly distributed cash assistance to victims of a certain �ire incident last week should just �ile a case.

"Why don’t they �ile if that is what they believe in? You know I looked at the provision, baka mahirapan eh (they might have a hard time proving their case). Kasi (Because) what it says there is ‘that will induce the voter to be in�luenced by what he give.’ Eh mukhang iba angsituation dito kay (The situation is different here with) Bong Go sapagka’t (because)

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'Chedeng' makes landfall over Davao Occ, weakens into LPA

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ropical Depression Chedeng on Tuesday made landfall over Malita, Davao Occidental but has weakened into a low-pressure area (LPA).

In its 8 a.m. severe weather bulletin, the Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration (PAGASA) said "Chedeng" made landfall at about 5:30 a.m.

All tropical cyclone warning signals have been lifted. However, scattered, to at times, widespread moderate to heavy rains will still be experienced over Surigao del Sur, Agusan del Sur, Davao region, Soccsksargen, and portions of northern Mindanao,

Bangsamoro and Zamboanga Peninsula.

At 7 a.m., the LPA was estimated in the vicinity of Malungon, Sarangani.

Metro Manila and the rest of Luzon will have partly cloudy to cloudy skies with isolated rain showers due to localized thunderstorms.

Those with small seacraft are advised not to venture out over the eastern seaboards of the Visayas and Mindanao.

Temperature in Metro Manila will range from 23 degrees to 34 degrees Celsius; Tuguegarao City, 23-33 degrees Celsius; Baguio City, 15-24 degrees Celsius; Metro Cebu, 25-30 degrees Celsius; and Metro Davao, 23-29 degrees Celsius. (PNA)

PH issues advisory after threat level 5 raised in Netherlands

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he Philippine Embassy in The Hague on Monday night issued an advisory for Filipinos to take precaution after Dutch authorities raised The Netherlands' threat level to �ive (critical) following a shooting incident in Utretcht that killed three people and injured nine others.

The Embassy is currently in close coordi-

nation with the Dutch police and the Dutch Foreign Ministry to check if Filipinos were among the casualties.

Meanwhile, the Philippine government, through the Department of Foreign Affairs, sent its thoughts and prayers to the Dutch people and government over their loss in the shooting.

"The Philippines is greatly saddened that

such an incident has occurred in a peaceful country such as The Netherlands," it said.

The incident took place at about 10 a.m. local time near 24 Oktoberplein junction in Utrecht, according to reports. While investigation is ongoing, a "terror motive" is not excluded, Utrecht Mayor Jan van Zanen said.

"We cannot exclude, even stronger, we as-

sume a terror motive.

Likely there is one attacker, but there could be more," van Zanen was quoted by local news as saying.

The incident occurred days after the deadly mass shootings in New Zealand, which were perpetrated by two gunmen who stormed two mosques in Christchurch, killing 50 and injuring 50 others. (PNA)

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GETTING READY. A fisherman ties his small fishing boat on a wooden footpath as Davao City is experiencing strong winds and light to moderate rainfall brought by Tropical Depression Chedeng that hit Davao Region on Tuesday. Lean Daval Jr

Free rides may be extended depending on weather: Abude

By ADAM B. MORRELL

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he City Government of Davao’s “Libreng Sakay” initiative may be extended until the inclement weather brought about by tropical depression ‘Chedeng’ improves.

City Traf�ic and Transportation Management Of�ice (CTTMO) chief Dionisio Abude, on Tuesday, March 19, told Edge Davao that they will be observing the weather condition before deciding to extend the free bus ride service.

On Tuesday, March 18, the city government �ielded 15 provincial buses to transport stranded passengers amidst a marked decrease in public utility vehicles plying routes due

to the tropical depression.

“Obserbahan nato ang panahon kung di na kinahanglan naay mga service, dira lang ta kutob, kung wala nay mga stranded.

Pero anytime pwede i-extend ang Libreng Sakay kung kinahanglan," Abude said.

The buses, stationed at City Hall area, will transport passengers to Toril, Calinan, Bunawan, and Buhangin, and vice versa plus a "sweeper" bus to

he National Bureau of Investigation (NBI) Central Visayas regional of�ice on Monday �iled charges against the 17-year-old boyfriend of Christine Lee Silawan -- who is tagged as “person of interest” in her brutal killing -- before the Lapu-Lapu City Prosecutor’s Of�ice.

The NBI, however, turned over the arrested minor to the Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) 7 (Central Visayas) because of his age.

In a press brie�ing after the �iling of the case, NBI Deputy Director for Regional Services Of�ice Antonio Pagatpat told the media that the Lapu-Lapu City Prosecutors Of�ice will organize “a panel

that will conduct the preliminary investigation” before �iling the appropriate charges against Christine’s boyfriend.

The NBI also accompanied witnesses to the Lapu-Lapu City Prosecutors Of�ice for the taking of testimonies.

NBI-7 Regional Director Tomas Enrile said the 17-year-old boy was seen in a closed-circuit television (CCTV) together with Silawan in a subdivision at Barangay Maribago.

Enrile said that Christine could have been killed between 6:00 to 7:00 in the evening of Sunday, which was stressed in the presentation that “based on the post mortem �indings that the body was in the state of secondary

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ferry others outside of the identi�ied districts.

Abude added the deployment of buses was decided after noticing there were fewer public utility vehicles due to the suspension of classes in all levels.

The CTTMO chief, however, said there is no exact time as to when the bus deployment will stop.

Abude, meanwhile, said the Libreng Sakay is an initiative of Mayor Sara Duterte-Carpio to provide convenience to Dabawenyo commuters.

"Basta naay calamidad naga palibreng sakay ta," he added.

Aside from the free ride, waiting passengers at the City Hall grounds will also be treated to “Libreng Lugaw.” Bus marshals were also deployed by the Davao City Police Of�ice (DCPO) to ensure the safety of the passengers.

Meanwhile, the Davao City mayor has suspended work in all city government of�ices at 1:00pm Tuesday.

Duterte has earlier issued a proclamation declaring the suspension of classes in all levels of both private and public schools in Davao City on Tuesday, March 19.

alacañang on Monday, March 18, dismissed claims that there will be no recourse to punish abusive of�icials and heads of state following the supposed withdrawal of the country from the International Criminal Court (ICC).

Chief Presidential Legal Counsel and Presidential Spokesperson Salvador S. Panelo said in a press brie�ing that this idea is misplaced given the rich history of the country’s legal system.

Secretary Panelo cited the ouster of then President Ferdinand Marcos in 1986 to demonstrate people can exact accountability from their leaders.

The incarceration of former Presidents Joseph Ejercito-Estrada and Gloria Macapagal-Arroyo, Sec. Panelo pointed out, had likewise shown that the Philippines has an independent and functioning Judiciary, which is competent enough to try cases locally instead of depending on the help of the ICC. “In other words, we have a robust judicial system. Our Constitution has provided many legal machineries by which we can prosecute any public of�icial committing any wrongdoing,” Panelo said.

The Palace of�icial likewise argued that the crimes tried in the ICC are already embedded in the Philippines’ penal laws.

“In other words,

anybody can �ile a complaint with respect to the crimes [like war crimes, crimes against humanity, genocide, and crimes of aggression],” Panelo said.

“The courts or the administrative bodies where these cases are �iled would be investigating, and would determine whether there is a probable cause, and there will be trial,” he added.

The ICC, according to the President’s chief legal counsel, has become a political tool, which uses its power to subvert the sovereignty of a State Party.

“What is appalling is that the ICC has become a political tool of using its power to politically persecute heads of state thereby intruding into the sovereignty of this country,” Panelo said.

“It is no wonder that powerful countries of the world like US, Russia, China, and Israel have withdrawn and/or did not join the ICC,” he added.

In the meantime, the President’s spokesperson stressed that the position of the President that the ICC has no jurisdiction over the country as previously mentioned is clear, as well as unequivocal, and remains in�lexible. “[W]hen you try to subject a country to your jurisdiction then you are interfering with the sovereignty of that country because we have our own courts here. We can prosecute anybody if they violate any laws,” he said. PCO-Content

AUGMENT. The city government of Davao utilizes 15 buses for those who will be stranded as fewer public utility vehicles ply routes due to continuous rains brought by

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DICT eyes partnering with telcos for common tower

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he Department of Information and Communications Technology (DICT) is eyeing to partner with local telcos in order to expedite the rollout of common towers which are vital to improve communication services in the country.

In a statement on Monday, the DICT said it aims to sign a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with the National Telecommunications Commission (NTC) and telcos to build 50,000 towers within seven years.

“Telcos will be the end-user of these common towers so we fully need their cooperation to improve our overall telecom-

MINING. A sand miner ignores the bad weather as he collects sand from the riverbed of Davao River in San Rafael, Ma-a, Davao City on Tuesday. Lean Daval Jr

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In a resolution dated March 14, the Commission En Banc made its cease and desist order (CDO) against KAPA permanent after the latter failed to �ile a motion to lift the order within the prescribed period.

The SEC issued the order on February 14 after �inding substantial evidence that KAPA has offered and sold securities, in the form of investment contracts and in the guise

of donations, without the necessary license and in a manner resembling a Ponzi scheme.

The CDO covers the partners, of�icers, directors, agents, representatives and all other persons acting for and in behalf of KAPA, which also operates as KAPA Kabus Padatuon (Enrich the Poor), KAPA/ KAPPA (Kabus Padutoon), KAPA-Co Convenience Store and General

Farmers ask Piñol: Help us control ASF

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group of farmers welcomes the Senate probe today, Wednesday (March 20) on the country’s alleged inadequate government bio-security measures for livelihood and jobs around the P200 billion pig industry against the potent pig-killer disease African Swine Fever (ASF) virus following reports the disease has crossed into neighboring Vietnam three weeks ago and killed more than 2,000 swines.

The farmers, meanwhile, urges Agriculture Secretary Emmanuel “Manny” Piñol to lay down the country’s program towards preventing and controlling entry and outbreak of the ASF virus.

“Your plan to mobi-

lizing snif�ing dogs to air and sea ports against ASF virus does not suf�ice, Mr. Piñol. What we need is a holistic approach that addresses the peculiarity of the virus. We don’t need mere propaganda at this point where the potent virus is encroaching fast and without a sound bio-security up in place, disaster will hit our farm and backyard swine industry,” said Teody De Belen, vice president of the Association of Free Framers (AFF).

Piñol said the Department of Agriculture (DA) is planning to mobilize snif�ing dogs at major sea and air ports to snuff at contaminated imported meats from countries affected.

Merchandise, and KAPA Worldwide Ministry.

On February 21, the Commission served the CDO at the last known address of KAPA in Bislig City, Surigao del Sur and residential addresses of incorporators Nonita S. Urbano and Junnie G. Apolinario.

It also posted the order at the registered principal of�ice of KAPA and at the Bislig City Hall for the information of the public.

The 2016 SEC Rules of Procedure provides that a CDO shall be deemed permanent if the respondent fails to �ile the appropriate pleading within the prescribed period. Pursuant to Section 64.3 of the Securities Regulation Code,

KAPA had �ive days from receipt of the CDO to move for the lifting thereof.

“Since it did not �ile any motion for the lifting of the CDO within �ive days from 21 February 2019, the CDO dated February 14 is hereby made permanent pursuant to Section 4-3 (c), Rule IV, Part II of the 2016 SEC Rules of Procedure,” the Commission En Banc ruled.

Meanwhile, the SEC notes that the CDO against KAPA remains effective and valid notwithstanding an ongoing petition by the religious corporation for a preliminary injunction.

KAPA, as represented

by Mr. Apolinario, �iled

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Cease and desist order N vs KAPA now permanent

he Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has declared permanent an order barring Kapa-Community Ministry International, Inc. (KAPA) from soliciting investments from the public without the necessary license, the SEC disclosed in a statement on Monday.

munication landscape,” DICT Acting Secretary Eliseo M. Rio Jr. said.

The DICT and NTC, in coordination with the telcos, will identify sites where the common towers will be built. A target of 3,000 sites for the installation of the towers are set for the �irst year which will gradually increase to 10,000 sites from the �ifth to seventh year.

The DICT hopes to �inalize the implementation of the common tower policy within a month after the telcos released the list of sites earmarked for tower roll-out.

The department has signed agreements with 15

ational Treasurer Rosalia De Leon attributed the government's budget surplus in January 2019 to a slowdown in spending due to the fact that it is operating on a reenacted budget.

Data released by the Bureau of the Treasury (BTr) Monday showed a budget surplus of PHP44.5 billion, 337 percent higher than the PHP10.2 billion during the same period last year.

This transpired after revenues reached PHP256.7 billion, higher than the PHP212.2 billion spending for the month.

Total revenues in the �irst month this year is up by seven percent compared to the PHP238.9 billion in January 2018 while expenditures declined by seven percent against yearago’s PHP228.7 billion.

The Bureau of Internal Revenue (BIR) collected PHP185.1 billion, �ive percent higher than its

PHP175.6 billion revenues in January last year.

Collections by the Bureau of Customs (BOC) amounted to PHP48.4 billion, 18 percent higher than the PHP40.8 billion same period last year.

Revenues by the BTr reached PHP9 billion, 12 percent up than the PHP8.1 billion a year ago, and the Other Of�ices, PHP12.8 billion or almost unchanged from the PHP 12.7 billion in January last year.

“Really, there’s a signi�icant impact of the reenactment of the budget on spending particularly on the new expenditures and the capital outlays including of course the salary adjustments,” De Leon said.

Congress has yet to submit to Malacanang the enrolled copy of the 2019 national budget on allegations that adjustments were made to the Bicameral Conference Committee approved-budget. (PNA)

TEMPORARY. Baste makes a temporary license plate for a client’s car at his makeshift shop along Matina Aplaya in Davao City on Tuesday. Baste charged P500 for a fourwheel vehicle’s temporary license plate while P150 for motorcycle. Lean Daval Jr

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Gov orders to fast-track repair of bridge damaged by TD Chedeng

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AVAO ORIENTAL – Governor Nelson Dayanghirang has ordered all concerned agencies to fast track the repairs of the Masipit Bridge in Tarragona town which was damaged due to Tropical Depression “Chedeng”.

Governor Dayanghirang, who was joined

by Vice Governor Niño Uy, ordered the Provincial Engineer’s Of�ice to work and coordinate with the Department of Public Works and Highways District Of�ice and Municipal Engineer’s Of�ice to fast track the repair as they

inspected the site earlier today.

According to the DPWH, the heavy rains overnight has caused the scouring, making the bridge unstable and unsafe. The said bridge is currently not passable to all types of vehicles until further notice.

The engineering teams from the province, municipal government, and the DPWH are currently working together and consolidating efforts to build the embankment to make the approach passable. (Karen Lou Deloso/Photos by Eden Jhan Licayan)

920 families flee due to TD‘Chedeng’, PDRRMC takes action

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AVAO ORIENTAL – Around 920 families in the towns of San Isidro and Cateel and the City of Mati have �led their homes after the heavy rains overnight caused

by Tropical Depression “Chedeng”.

Based on the monitoring by the Provincial Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Council (PDRRMC), these families consisting of 3,654 individuals who reside near riverbanks and other �lood prone areas are currently housed at their respective barangay centers.

The evacuees are now

receiving proper interventions and are awaiting clearance for them to return home.

“The Local Government Units who have facilitated the evacuation said that the evacuation was implemented smoothly as the residents willingly cooperated with the authorities,” said PDRRMO Assistant Department Head Francis Jason Bendulo.

The Department of Public Works and Highways also con�irmed this morning that the Nasipit Bridge, Barangay Central in the Municipality of Tarragona is current-

ly not passable to all types of vehicles until further notice due to scouring, making the bridge unstable and unsafe.

As the heavy rains have ceased since this morning, the province now under Yellow Rainfall Alert as the province still experiences light to moderate rain showers.

Authorities are also constantly monitoring the swelling Rivers of Tagubpo, Sumlog, and Cuabo in Lupon town.

Some areas in the municipalities of Caraga, Manay, and Tarragona have also experienced power outages

at around 4 o’clock this morning. The local power service provider DORECO is currently facilitating repairs and maintenance to restore the power.

GOVERNMENT INTERVENTIONS Governor Nelson Dayanghirang, who chairs the PDRRMC, has issued the suspension of classes in all levels in all public and private schools. Work in government of�ices in the province is also suspended today.

He also ordered all members of the Council to constantly monitor all coastal commu920, P8

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EDITORIAL Mobile games and social media in the workplace First, there was Facebook and other social media platforms that some employees in government get addicted to, eating up precious paid time. And now, online games.

The addiction doesn’t seem to stop. And because of that, the Civil Service Commission (CSC) issued a reminder to government employees not to play mobile games or browse social media sites during work hours. The agency’s reminder covers gadgets whether governmentissued or personal for as long as it is used during of�ice hours or hours of work.

CSC has made a statement that it will conduct monitoring of government of�ices.

It may be too soft for the agency to make it a simple ‘reminder’ instead of circularizing the order. Just the same, it should be incumbent upon human resources of�ices of local government units and government agencies to issue appropriate directives within their levels. It is not hard to spot a government employee who uses of�icial time for social media and mobile and online games. Posts on social media are indicated with

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the time the same is posted by the user. Hence, if one posts something on social media within the hours of work, that is clearly a violation of the order and can be some grounds for disciplinary action. The same goes with online and mobile games where several apps and platforms show one’s activity status at real times.

However, some personnel within the organization must do the dif�icult task of ‘eavesdropping’ online to check on employees whether or not they are violating the directive. Doing that would be spending government resources, human and mechanical, just to do spot checks which is also counter-productive.

Perhaps a reporting system or grievance of sorts can be put in place where each one becomes a watchdog subject to the rights of employees to be heard in case of complaints or reports adverse to his or her interest.

The bottomline is one’s honesty and integrity at work. Government service is a public trust and therefore services rendered by anyone in government must be satisfactory to the needs of the client which is the general public.

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DENNIS R. GORECHO PINOY MARINO RIGHTS

SMOKING AND STRESS Smoking , by itself, cannot be a factor that bars compensation for the seafarer’s death due to illnesses such as aneurism.

The tendency of seafarers to smoke is often associated with the stress experienced at sea.

Seafarers are exposed to extreme weather conditions: rough seas and storms result in the rolling and pitching of the ship, leading to an unstable environment that makes physical work dif�icult.

Most seafarers are exposed to ongoing elevated stress levels something which has a negative impact on physical and mental health not to mention that it can lower work performance. There might be variations of stress levels

due to the type and nature of the work depending on the duties that have been assigned to the seafarer.

Extremely high number of working hours over a lengthier period of time combined with lack of sleep can elicit chronic fatigue, health problems and safety risks on the vessels.

What makes the job more dif�icult, aside from exposure to �luctuating temperatures caused by variant weather changes, the job obviously entails laborious manual tasks conducted in a moving ship, which makes for increased work-related stress.

In most cases, employers use as a defense the seafarer’s admission of being smoker to deny claims for disability or death ben-

e�its as they argue that genetic predisposition has caused his ailment and that his smoking habits hastened its development.

In the case of Dohle vs. Heirs of Gazzingan (G.R. No. 199568, June 17, 2015) the Supreme Court stressed that smoking, by itself, can not be a factor that bars compensation for the illness such as dissecting aneurysm.

While smoking may contribute to the development of the disease, it is not the only possible cause. Other factors such as working and living under stressful conditions also contribute to its development.

Aortic dissection, also called dissecting aneurysm, is a potentially life threatening condition in

which there is bleeding into and along the wall of the aorta, the major artery leaving the heart. The condition starts with a tear in the wall of the major artery carrying blood out of the heart and as the tear extends along the wall of the aorta, blood enters the aortic wall and “dissects” or separates the layers of the aorta from one another which leads to aortic rupture or decreased blood �low to the organs. This can then result in heart attacks, strokes, paralysis, and renal failure among other medical conditions.

The Supreme Court noted that the ailment’s risk factors, which include but are not limited to aging, connective tissue and rare genetic disorders, atherosclerosis,

in�lammation, trauma, high blood pressure, heart surgery/procedures, and pregnancy, do not seem to be direct causes of the disease, such that having one makes the chances of getting the condition higher but does not always lead to aortic dissection.

The Supreme Court then stressed that smoking habit cannot be used to deny the claims as the exact cause of aortic dissection (as well as other illnesses) is still unknown and remains under investigation.

(Atty. Gorecho heads the seafarers’ division of the Sapalo Velez Bundang Bulilan law of�ices. For comments, email info@ sapalovelez.com, or call 09175025808 or 09088665786)

FRED C. LUMBA SPECKS OF LIFE

A DYING WORLD In this neo-society that now calls evil good and good evil, there is much to ponder on.

There is a great preponderance of evidence why I had selected to write about this subject that would have others smirk or mock. One need not be an A- student nor a person with a Ph.D to realize that indeed something is very wrong, not only with the way we think but how casually insensitive we live our lives.

If you haven’t heard yet or if you were not shaken off your senses, the brazen enactment of pro-abortion laws in New York and Virginia are virtual giveaways that the “biblical days of Noah” are here.

Just to brief you exactly on the twin pro-abortion edicts passed in these two American states, it is now legal to “kill” babies delivered and born alive if the

mother does not want to raise the infant and her attending physician agrees.

Just like that. Fathers are even precluded from the decision-making because the enacted laws say nobody can intervene with how a woman treats her body except the woman herself.

These pro-abortion laws are evil and demonic in substance and intent because they are literally a cover-up for infanticide.

The dictionary’s simple de�inition is, voila! “The killing of an infant”.

My limited understanding of infanticide goes back to the satanic practice during the ancient times before the coming of Christ when followers and worshippers of their god Baal would offer babies as live sacri�ices.

By any stretch of the imagination, this is nothing but plain murder.

How civilized citizens of New York and Virginia can allow this to pass without them raising a hoot is bewitching.

I have not heard the Vatican nor the CBCP nor the local priesthood denounce it. Is this not a form of terrorism that is slowly but surely being in�licted on humanity?

Why is Pope Francis not reacting as he regularly have to other global issues such as climate change, world peace, religious unity, etc? Why is the Catholic hierarchy so quiet?

Comparatively, pastors and evangelical churches in America and elsewhere are discussing this “infanticidal legislation” in their preaching of the gospel.

We pride ourselves as THE ONLY Christian nation in Asia.

True, perhaps geographically speaking. The fact is that majority of Fil-

ipinos are only nominally practicing their Christian faith.

Practicing Christians display genuine love.

“Love,” according to Paul in his �irst letter to the Corinthians, “is patient, love is kind. It does not envy, it does not boast. It is not proud. It is not rude, it is not self-seeking, it is not easily angered, it keeps no records of wrongs. Love does not delight in evil but rejoices in the truth. (emphasis mine) It always protects, always trusts, always hopes, always perseveres.”

May I repeat? “Love does not delight in evil but rejoices in the truth.”

I may sound like a Bible preacher but if ever I preach, my intent is to waken you up about what this world is getting into.

Some, if not many, have fallen into a stupor – mental dullness or extreme lethargy – as to

become unaffected by the “dying world’ around us, preferring to nonchalantly ignore the harsh reality because they could not afford to get out of their comfort zones.

In the past, we may have tolerated abortion of babies while still fetuses in the mother’s womb.

This time, it is incredibly bizarre that babies delivered and born alive are liable to be killed if the mother said so.

The demonic spell that drove legislators in New York and Virginia to craft this encompassing killing of babies demonstrates that we are living in the end times, aren’t we?

Just a friendly reminder: Noah, his family and the many pairs of selected animals God instructed him to bring inside the ark were saved from the �lood that destroyed humanity.

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COMPETITIVE EDGE

PARTNERS IN DEVELOPMENT. TSI receives an award for being the 7th Top Importer for the Port of Davao, contributing to a P5.1 billion surplus in the district’s annual collection target in 2018. From the left are District Collector Atty. Romalino Valdez; AP

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AP subsidiary cited as Davao’s top importer

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or the third consecutive year, AboitizPower subsidiary Therma South, Inc. (TSI) received recognition from the Bureau of Customs (BOC) – Collection District XII as the 7th Top Importer for the Port of Davao in 2018 in terms of duties and taxes paid.

During the award-

ing ceremony last February 21, 2019, BOC District XII Collector Atty. Romalino G. Valdez lauded the top importers and exporters for helping the agency exceed its 2018 target quota of P20.1 billion by an P8 billion surplus.

“We would not have surpassed our targets

last year if not for the support and cooperation of our partners, especially the importers and exporters,” said Valdez.

Since 2015, TSI has been consistently importing coal from Indonesia in the operation of the 300-megawatt Davao Baseload Power Plant in Toril, Davao

City. The power plant utilizes the Circulating Fluidized Bed (CFB) technology and is the �irst in the Philippines to be built with a coal dome. These features help to ensure that the plant’s operations have the least possible adverse effects on the community and the environment.

and engaging their target audience. And all of this is possible in a quicker and much more ef�icient manner,” said Nerisse Ramos, ePLDT Group’s Senior Vice President and Chief Operating Of�icer.

Ramos notes that the cloud’s ability to accelerate the pace of innovation is one of the most important bene�its to small retailers. Hosting applications on cloud platforms, for example, offers rapid scalability and elasticity. By allowing businesses to cope with changing business demands with minimal physical infrastructure and cost requirements, companies can harness the full potential of an innovation-driven mindset.

“Online retailers can also gain from the cloud’s on-demand availability feature which provides instant agility and faster deployment.

Through cloud, a business can easily scale up and add infrastructure in just a few minutes,” said Dave Simon,

ePLDT’s Chief Technology Of�icer and Cloud & Data Center Business Operations Head. For instance, an online store can simply scale up during peak shopping periods where an online store expects a larger number of transactions and scale back down afterwards as easily.

“Another core feature of the cloud is the full replication and backup of all data and applications, thereby creating a secondary infrastructure,” Simon added.

In the event that an online store crashes, businesses can simply switch to the backup cloud server, allowing it to continue operations in a matter of minutes.

“Customers will always choose to transact with companies that offer a smooth and secure shopping experience. That said, those looking to be at the forefront must utilize the �lexibility of cloud technology to satisfy customers, improve the overall business process, and maximize �inancial re-

sources,” said Ramos. ePLDT notes, however, that a retailer’s success can only go so far depending on the capabilities of its cloud service provider. To reduce hiccups along the way, it recommends partnering with an entity that can provide a complete, end-to-end cloud service. This setup greatly reduces hassle, costs, resources, and time, as everything is handled by a single provider working from beginning to completion, without the involvement of any other third party.

As the industry-leading enabler of digital enterprise solutions in the country, ePLDT provides the full-spectrum of capabilities—cloud resources, professional services, cloud connectivity, cloud security and business applications—with an end-to-end cloud strategy and multi-cloud platform management service for the optimum cloud experience.

This is further bolstered by the company’s ten VITRO

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ver the past few years, the number of small retailers adopting cloud technology has greatly increased, a move that ePLDT, the industry-leading enabler of digital enterprise solutions in the Philippines, believes does not only drive further growth but also provides them the resources to perform at a level comparable to large enterprises.

According to a worldwide study by MarketsandMarkets, the global retail cloud market is expected to reach $28.53 billion by 2021, growing at a compound annual growth rate of 20.9 percent. SMEs or small and medium enterprises compose the bulk of cloud adopters. In terms of location, the Asia-Paci�ic region is projected to witness the highest growth.

“For a small retailer, moving to the cloud is already a given. Not only does it improve back end operations, it also greatly helps in expanding their presence

�laccidity which occurs more than 12 hours after rigor mortis (state of decomposition).

The NBI presented to media several closed-circuit television (CCTV) footages showing the suspect passing by the Barangay Hall of Pajac and Sacred Heart Parish of Jesus Parish Church.

Some of the CCTV footages showed the suspect tagging along Silawan. There were footages that showed the suspect walking with Silawan.

Enrile said they applied for a search warrant to examine electronic devices of the suspect.

“Based on the collated pieces of evidence, on March 16, 2019, a search warrant to seize evidence was applied before the sala of Judge Ramon Daomilas of RTC Branch 11 of Cebu City,” the NBI presentation said.

Upon examining the boy’s upper left arm, the NBI found abrasions “the age of which is compatible with the date of the af�liction”.

Screenshots of the chat conversations of Christine and her boyfriend were also secured and will be submitted as evidence, the bureau said.

The suspect was caught in an operation in Barangay Maribago, Lapu-Lapu City last Sat-

urday, March 16.

Pagatpat congratulated the agents and of�icials of NBI-7 for the arrest of the suspect.

“We would like to con�irm that our regional of�ice here in Cebu CEVRO has taken into custody the suspect in the gruesome killing of the 16-year old girl, Christine (Lee) Silawan,” he said.

Due to the heinous nature of the crime, the NBI conducted a parallel investigation on the case.

The investigation was conducted by NBI CEVRO operatives with the help of the NBI Cybercrime Division based in Manila.

Dr. Rene Cam, medico-legal of�icer of NBI-7, also con�irmed there was no sign of rape.

Christine’s mother, Lourdes, for her part, said she is convinced that the boyfriend is the one who killed her daughter.

She said she had no idea about the relationship of her daughter with the boy who is now under custody by authorities, saying that Christine did not con�ide to her about it.

“Sa pagkakaron dili pa kaayo ko motuo nga siya ra’ng usa (As of now, I can’t still believe that he was alone in killing Christine)…Wa ko makaila ana niya (I didn’t know about the boy),” Lourdes said. (PNA)

nities, riverbanks, and all landslide prone areas identi�ied in the province.

The province is still under Blue Alert status requiring heightened monitoring of all concerned agencies.

Rescue volunteers, military and police troops are currently on standby for quick response in case of emergency.

Heavy equipment from the Provincial Engineer’s Of�ice and Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) and food

supplies are already prepositioned.

A monitoring team was also deployed at the Aragon Dam in Cateel town to monitor the water level. As of 9:10 this morning, water level is at 19.4 meters which is still at alert level.

The PDRRMO and its local counterparts and all partner agencies are in constant communication to ensure that preparations and response are well-coordinated. By Karen Lou Deloso/ Photos Courtesy of PDRRMC

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Data Centers, the country’s largest network of data centers.

“Powered by our experienced professionals and the largest information and communications technology network in the country, ePLDT and PLDT Enterprise have been working hard to provide the speed, �lexibility, and security needed by retailers to meet the high demands of customers in today’s digital marketplace,” said Jovy Hernandez, Senior Vice President & Head of PLDT and Smart Enterprise Groups. “We’ve invested not only in the best infrastructure and platforms, but more importantly, in global-class expertise and best-practice

methodology for our various ICT capabilities, including our cloud offerings,” Hernandez emphasized.

Retailers today face cutthroat competition that gets more intense by the day. The only way to survive and thrive is to adopt new technologies and maximize the opportunities they come with. ePLDT delivers bestin-class digital business solutions up to par with global standards which include Data Center services, Cloud, Cyber Security, and Managed IT Services.

To know more about ePLDT and its services, visit https://www.epldt. com/

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A TOY STORY

PLAY is an important part of a child’s formative years and cognitive development. It’s also a way of forging creativity and social skills.

The world today offers a plethora of dolls and toys, in different forms, appeal and scales --- making it both exciting and confusing for parents to choose the ideal ones their kid.

There are some who go the long route by doing some research before deciding on their purchases. I don’t think this is wrong, in any case. After all, when it comes to our children, we always go the extra mile to ensure we give them what’s right and appropriate for their growth and needs.

As a parent, I choose to make my kid’s play time both fun and educational by carefully selecting toys that stimulate learning, imagination and creativity, as well as encourage more interaction between baby and me (or other kids and adults). While it’s easy to get impressed by toys replete with a lot of buttons, lights and sounds, I just make sure that these smart toys serve not only their purpose of entertainment, but also conducive for learning and interactive fun.

Over the years of rearing my own little free-thinkers, I’ve rediscovered my love for classic wooden toys. There’s a certain charm in wooden toys that make them so appealing to kids (even moms, too). They’re educational, sustainable, eco-friendly, durable and can withstand the test of time -- all of which go well with our family’s gradual shift towards intentional living and a minimalist lifestyle. Wooden toys also present children a direct connection to the natural world, which can help improve mental and physical wellbeing.

Wooden toys are limited in most malls today. There are few specialty stores which offer some of the staple classics such as puzzles, building blocks and miniature construction sets. All these can help the junior family members understand numeracy and shapes,

as well as develop motor and problem solving skills.

I’ve always turned to online shops as my go-to source for hard-to-find items for my growing baby. One of the sellers I found online turned out to be owned by moms from Davao City, who I knew from the ten years I lived in Durianburg.

Aizza “Atot” Tan – Barlis and her sister in law, Jenelle “Tisay” Barlis – Cuison, are the ladies behind Koala Shopper, an online shop which offers a number of children’s school items, nutritional goods, and wooden toys. What I love most about this shop is how well they’ve curated and selected toys that are not only sustainable for the kids today, but can also last generations down through the family tree. That’s definitely added value for your family’s money.

Aside from the construction, grooming and mobile sets, my favorite, by far, are their range of wooden kitchen and dining sets. All these wooden toys are naturally devoid of electronic sounds and applications, which then allow children to fire up their imagination by creating their own sound effects and dialogues. Such simplicity also aid in social awareness and encourage role-playing and world-building (such as creating their own market scene, dining party or cooking session with playmates).

“Our variety of wooden toys are great for imaginative play. We have enough cooking and food range to equip a kid’s dream kitchen,” shared Atot. “I have two boys and they both asked for a kitchen set. They actually love playing with it every day. Because of this, they’ve even become more interested in helping mom and dad in the real kitchen. Educational really do have a way of teaching our children some logical know-how of the world we live in.”

Check out @koalashopper on Instagram or email koalashopperph@gmail. com for product details, order form, delivery terms and prices.

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Davao Oriental to stage its biggest music festival this April

EVENT

One for the

IN ITS BID to promote Davao Oriental as a progressive, traveler friendly destination, the Davao Oriental provincial government and the City of Mati, along with Orca Promotions, is organizing the biggest concert in the province this April 6-7, 2019.

A MELTING POT of different cultures and nationaliDubbed the Bonfire Music Festival, the 2-day muties, Davao City just recently sic festival at the Provincial Sports Complex at Bgy celebrated its founding Dahican, Mati in Davao Oriental, will promote difanniversary.

But beyond ferent genres of music for an estimated 7,000 attendjust the people, the city also ees. The concert will also be an opportunity to showhosts a kaleidoscope of resicase the beauty of the Province of Davao Oriental, its dents who live among the culture and tourist destinations to the participants. people, I’m talking about Performers lined up on April 6 are December Avenue, Nairud, Harmoniax, Broken Chords of May, the many birds that either OrientRocks, Muzza Band and Mark & Sid. The next reside or are visiting the different areas of Durianburg. day, April 7, features top Rave deejays Tom Taus, Stefan Lan, Ron Poe, Jet Boado, Cathy Frey, Cassie D and Jack Ripper.

A 2-day pass grants access to all these performances, discounts at fun activities such as paintball challenge, freebies from sponsors, raffles and many more.

For tickets and inquiries, please call 087 306-0573 or email gcarmelotes.orca@gmail.com or visit the Bonfire Facebook page https://www.facebook.com/bonfiremusicfest/.

Cathy Frey.

Jack Ripper.

December Avenue.

Although not many people notice, Davao City is a bird watcher’s paradise with many endemic and migratory species frequenting the city’s forests, wetlands and even downtown area. These colorful citizens and visitors of Davao are the subject of the Birds of Davao photography and art exhibit recently launched at the Abreeza Mall.

The exhibit showcases the photographic works of avid bird watcher and photographer Martin Pineda and the playful art of Davao artist Kublai Milan. The exhibit also served as the launch of the Birds of Downtown Davao and Birds of Davao: Beyond Downtown books which features the many species of birds that reside in Davao City.

“The original plan was to have one book but with more photographs on hand, we went ahead and made a second book” shared the book’s editor Stella Estremera.

The launch of the book is welltimed as it raises the awareness of Dabawenyos on the city’s environment. “I want to communicate to fellow Dabawenyos that these birds exist here in Downtown. They are just there, at Jack’s Ridge, at the Cleanergy Park, at the Shrine Hills, they are just here” said Martin in

his welcome speech. “I hope that the book will plant the seeds of importance of preserving pockets of nature here in Davao.”

“In the second book, I’m taking you out of downtown and bringing the readers to places like Marilog, Mt. Apo, and Mt. Talomo. Instead of us cutting our trees, there is that prospect of ecotourism in the areas.”

Alex Tiongco, president of the Birders without Borders Phils. And Raptorwatch Network Phils also added “This is a culmination of efforts of people in Davao to inflame in their hearts the fire of conservation. There’s so many of them (birds) that we take it for granted.

We live our ways as if they’re not there, in the efforts to make ourselves comfortable. That we take them for granted is why this book got to be.”

Detail of Kublai Milan’s artwork.

The artists with their guests of honor- Alex Tiongco, Dennis

Tom Taus.

Dennis Salvador, Rita Ibañez and Jason Ibañez.

Stella Estremera, Kublai Milan and Datagel, the books’ publisher.

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Alex Tionco.

s Salvador, Martin Pineda, Kublai Millan & Eduardo Datangel.

Fermin Edillon and Rossano Luga of DLPC.

ENTERTAINMENT

Dive into the enthralling world of Sahaya on GMA Telebabad IN A WORLD that is constantly changing, there is something to be said about celebrating our true identity and heritage.

This March 18, the Entertainment Group of GMA Network fulfils its commitment to bring viewers world-class entertainment with its newest primetime spectacle, Sahaya.

This extraordinary epic-drama series is top-billed by one of this generation’s brightest and hottest love teams - Bianca Umali and Miguel Tanfelix together with sought-after Kapuso leading man Migo Adecer.

Sahaya is the inspiring story of a determined and special Badjaw who rises above all difficult circumstances in life that will challenge her resiliency as she maps her path towards selfacceptance, success, and admiration.

In her titular role as Sahaya, Bianca breathes life into a beautiful Badjaw lady blessed with extraordinary abilities which will lead her to inspire her family and her people, including Ahmad, her simple childhood friend who has always been in love with her, portrayed by Miguel.

Adding a twist to their story is Jordan, played by Migo, the wealthy Manileño who will compete with Ahmad for Sahaya’s love.

Joining them in this intriguing series are talented actors and actresses: Eric Quizon as Hubert, Jordan’s father whose business is coral mining at Sahaya’s village in Tawi-Tawi; Zoren Legaspi as Harold, Sahaya’s father who abandons her mother

before he knew that they were about to have a child; Mylene Dizon as Manisan, a Badjaw who fell for Harold and ended up raising and teaching their daughter, Sahaya, resiliency and good values; Pen Medina as Panglima Alari, Manisan’s father and the panglima (leader) of the Sama Dilaut; Debra Liz as Babu, Sahaya’s cheerful grandmother; Juan Rodrigo as Bapa, older brother of Panglima Alari; Ana Roces as Irene, Harold’s loyal wife who will do anything to protect her family; Ashley Ortega as Lindsay, Jordan’s spoiled cousin and the school’s queen bee; and Ms. Snooky Serna as Salida, a loving yet vengeful mother who will be the reason why Manisan and Sahaya will be separated.

Playing very special roles in the pilot week are Benjamin Alves as Aratu, Salida’s son and Manisan’s husband; Gil Cuerva as the young Harold; Karl Medina as young Alari and Jasmine Curtis-Smith as the young Manisan.

To shed light on the culture of our Badjaw brothers and sisters, GMA 7 hired consultants and recreated an entire set reminiscent of a real Badjaw village

in Calatagan, Batangas that will bring viewers a realistic vision of their community—a surprising feat only the Kapuso Network delivers in a remarkable manner.

Likewise for this program, the Network sets the bar even higher as it uses for the first time a high-end cinema camera to create clean, sharp and cinematic images.

Sahaya is created through the visionary minds of writers Marlon Miguel and Jonathan Cruz. Aloy Adlawan is the Creative Director and Suzette Doctolero headwrites the show. This grand production is under the helm of esteemed director Zig Dulay.

This original series, created by the GMA

Drama group, is headed by the SVP for Entertainment Group Lilybeth G. Rasonable, VP for Drama Redgie A. Magno, AVP for Drama Cheryl Ching-Sy, Senior Program Manager Helen Rose Sese, Executive Producer Milo Paz. Join Sahaya as she brings pride to her culture through her captivating adventures beginning March 18, after Kara Mia, on GMA Telebabad.

Kapuso viewers from across the globe can also catch their favorite Kapuso shows via GMA’s international channels GMA Pinoy TV, GMA Life TV, and GMA News TV International. For the program guide, visit www.gmapinoytv.com.

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Notice of Pending Application for Request for Reclassification Notice is hereby given that an application for a Request for Reclassification, per Article XII Section 1 of the Zoning Ordinance of Davao City No. 054613, series of 2013, for proposed mixed use development located at Brgy.

Marapangi and Catigan, Toril District, Davao City has been filed with the office of the City Planning and Development Coordinator by Accendo Commercial Corp.

The aforesaid application as well as the papers attached thereto is open for inspection during business hours by interested parties.

This publication is in compliance of Article IX Section 1.5 of the Zoning Ordinance.

Issued this 21st day of February 2019. (sgd) ROY RYAN II A. RIGOR

Asst. City Planning & Dev’t Coordinantor Acting Zoning Administrator

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preemptive evacuation.

Some 543 families or 2,314 individuals from 10 barangays in the Davao Oriental town of San Isidro were affected, Ochotorena said.

In Davao Occidental where Chedeng made landfall at 5:30 a.m. on Tuesday, he said the storm affected 430 families or 1,675 individuals from eight barangays in Malita municipality.

The Davao Occidental Disaster Risk Reduction Of�ice (PDRRMP) warned residents of possible �lash�loods and landslide in �ive areas.

OCD information of�icer Leslie Francisco said power outages also hit Boston municipality in Davao Oriental and some areas of Pantukan in Compostela Valley. Power outages were also reported in Caraga, Manay, and Tarragona towns in Davao Oriental.

Francisco said the rain was a big help to the farmers in Davao del Sur that have been affected by the El Nño. However, she made it clear that residents are still advised to take precautions for possible �looding.

Karen Lou Deloso, Davao Oriental provincial

information of�icer, said local of�icials are monitoring the swelling rivers of Tagubpo, Sumlog, and Cuabo in Lupon town.

In Davao City, �ive families or 15 individuals from Matina Crossing were evacuated. Mayor Sara Duterte has suspended work in all city government of�ices at 1 p.m. Tuesday.

The city also deployed 15 buses to transport stranded passengers after seeing that only a few Public Utility Vehicles (PUVs) plied their routes on Tuesday. (With a report from PNA)

these are donations and they are �ire victims. Pangalawa (Second), I read also na (that) it was not even him who gave the socalled ‘cash donation'," he

said.

With 53 percent, Go is tied with reelectionist Senator Juan Edgardo Angara, who earned 52.2 percent for the 3rd to 5th spot.

Pulse Asia's survey showed that Go is on a de�inite upward trajectory, less than two months before the May 13 mid-term elections. (PNA)

which involves truck, semi-trailer with 3-axles at motor vehicle and 2 axles at trailer for a total of 18 wheels and truck semi-trailer with 3 axles at motor vehicle and 3-axles at trailer summing up 22 wheels.

“Truck/trailer owners have suf�icient time to upgrade their units to conform with latest maximum allowable GVW of 41,500 for code

12-2 and 42,000 kilograms for code 12-3 before July 1, 2019,” said Secretary Villar.

Other truck/trailer codes must observe the current maximum allowable GVW under the anti-overloading policy.

Compliance with the policy will prevent early damage and deterioration to road pavements and will lessen the occurrence of accidents

attributed to overloaded vehicles.

Under Republic Act 8794 or “An Act Imposing a Motor Vehicle User’s Charge on Owners of all Types of Motor Vehicle and for Other Purposes”, a �ine worth 25% of the motor vehicle user’s charge (MVUC) will be charged against overloaded trucks applicable at the time of infringement. (DPWH)

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before the Regional Trial Court in General Santos City a petition for Injunction with Application for Issuance of a 72-Hour Restraining Order, a Temporary Restraining Order and/or a Writ of Preliminary Injunction.

In an order dated March 1, the court denied the application of KAPA for the 72-hour temporary restraining order because KAPA still had a remedy to �ile, a Motion to Lift the Cease and Desist Order

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tower �irms for the deployment of common towers in the country. The tower providers need to partner with the telcos for them to build on their infrastructures.

The DICT will then sign a memorandum of agreement with them wherein the department will provide assistance through facilitation of permits, right of way, and providing other government support for infrastructure.

The Philippines needs an additional 50,000 cell towers to be competitive with its neighboring countries in providing quality communication services to the public according to the department. (PNA)

with the SEC. However, KAPA opted not to avail of the said remedy.

The SEC believes the petition must be dismissed outright. It maintains that the regional trial court has no jurisdiction over this case.

Section 179 of the Revised Corporation Code af�irms that “no court below the Court of Appeals shall have jurisdiction to issue a restraining order, preliminary injunction, or preliminary mandato-

ry injunction in any case, dispute, or controversy that directly or indirectly interferes with the exercise of the powers, duties and responsibilities of the Commission that falls exclusively within its jurisdiction.”

The Commission calls on the public to be cautious in dealing with KAPA and to report to its head of�ice or extension of�ices any continued investment-taking activity by KAPA and its allied entities. (PR)

Republika Ng Pilipinas Lalawigan ng Compostela Valley PAMAHALAANG BAYAN NG COMPOSTELA TANGGAPAN NG SANGGUNIANG BAYAN

19th COUNCIL 95th Regular Session October 15, 2018

ATTENDANCE: Present: Hon. Reynaldo Q. Castillo, Presiding Officer Hon. Alan M. Calalas Hon. Levi S. Ebdao Hon. Wilfredo C. Ang Hon. Danielo B. Pelegrino Hon. Rogelio P. Econar Hon. Miguel G. Vargas, Jr. Hon. Myrel V. Bangcasan Hon. Elmo A. Estandarte Hon. Ernesto C. Bondan, IPM Representative On Official Business Hon. Alejo O. Luzano, Liga ng mga Barangay President Hon. Brigil Rey G. Lorono, PPSK President Absent: None Municipal Ordinance No. 2018-512 Sponsored by: Hon. Rogelio P. Econar

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AN ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING THE PROPOSED BORROWING OF MUNICIPALITY OF COMPOSTELA, COMPOSTELA VALLEY TO FUND THE ACQUISITION OF HEAVY EQUIPMENT IN THE AMOUNT OF ONE HUNDRED ONE MILLION PESOS (P 101,000,000.00) Be it ordained by the Sangguniang Bayan of Compostela, Compostela Valley in session assembled that; SECTION 1. The Municipality of Compostela, Compostela Valley represented by Hon. Lema P. Bolo, Municipal Mayor, is hereby authorized to enter into a loan agreement with the Land Bank of the Philippines, in accordance with Section 297 of the Republic Act No. 7160 othwerwise known as the Local Government Code of 1991, in the amount of ONE HUNDRED ONE MILLION PESOS (P101,000,000.00), under the terms and conditions set forth therein, and subject to the requirements stated under Section 123 of the Republic Act no. 7653, as implemented by the Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas Circular No. 402; SECTION 2. The Municipal Mayor shall have the authority to represent the Municipality of Compostela, Compostela Valley by signing, executing and delivering such agreements, contracts, deeds and other related documents pertaining to the borrowing that are deemed necessary and proper for the full implementation of intended priority project; SECTION 3. The ACQUISITION OF VARIOUS BRAND NEW HEAVY EQUIPMENT referred hereto as priority project is included in the LGU’s Annual Investment Plan for 2018 and its Local Development and Investment Plan; SECTION 4. The municipality hereby appropriates the entire proceeds of the following brand new heavy equipments:

Term: Seven (7) years inclusive of two quarters grace period on principal.

Repayment: ■ Principal: Payable in twenty six (26) equal quarterly amortizations, inclusive of two quarters grace period.

■ Interest: Quarterly, in arrears, to start at the end of first quarter from date of initial drawdown.

Interest: At prevailing LBP Lending rate at the time of availment, subject quarterly repricing (as of July 05, 2018, 4.0% p.a) Collateral: Assignment of IRA ■ Fees and Charges: Waiver of the following charges. √ Processing Fee √ Handling Fee (1% of the approved amount) √ Appraisal/ Inspection Fee √ ½% Commitment Fee √ 2% Prepayment Fee except in case of loan take-out by other Banks.

SECTION 5. The Municipality hereby appropriates the entire proceeds of the borrowing in the amount of P101,000,000.00 for the purchase of heavy equipment.

SECTION 6. Any ordinance or parts thereof, inconsistent with this enactment is hereby repealed or amended accordingly; SECTION 7. This ordinance shall take effect upon its publication and compliance with all procedures required under Republic Act. No. 7160 of an ordinance for its validity, including the affixations of signatures of the Sangguniang Bayan memebers, in concurrence thereto, composing at least a majority thereof, out of the total of twelve (12) members, on all the pages of this Ordinance.

SECTION 8. That copies of this Ordinance be furnished to the Honorable Governor of the Province of Compostela Valley, the Municipal Accountant, the Municipal Treasurer and the COA Auditor stationed in the Municipality of Compostela and the Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas for their information and appropriate action.

Enacted by the Sangguniang Bayan of Compostela, Compostela Valley this 15th day of October, 2018.

Certified true and corrected:

Attested:

SANGGUNIANG BAYAN CONCURRENCE:

LEGAL NOTICE Notice is hereby given that the estate of the late DON ANTONIO O. FLOIRENDO who died on June 29, 2012 , has been the subject of an AMENDED EXTRAJUDICIAL SETTLEMENT WITH SALE AND SPECIAL POWER OF ATTORNEY executed among his heirs, per Doc. No.17; PageNo.5; Book No.26 Series of 2019, of the NOTARY PUBLIC ATTY. NICOLAS A. BAÑGA

Vice Mayor SB Member SB Member SB Member SB Member SB Member SB Member SB Member SB Member SB Member

Approved By Her Honor:

Validated As Consistent With Law:

11 SPORTS EDGEDAVAO

VOL.12 ISSUE 8 • WEDNESDAY, MARCH 20, 2019

The Navara Turbo Diesels registered its second-straight win in the ongoing Nissan Navara Nation of the Philippines Davao basketball tournament held at the Azuela Cove basketball gym.

Overdrive, Turbo Diesel score scrappy wins

By ADAM B. MORRELL

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avara Overdrive and Navara Turbo Diesel scored come-from-behind wins in the resumption of the Nissan Navara Nation Philippines (NNP) Davao basketball tournament held in Azuela Cove Gym. The Overdrive shrugged off a sluggish �irst half to subdue Navara Supercharge 67-43, last Tuesday, March 12 to secure its second-straight win in the double-round robin elimi-

nation.

Last game’s hero Romrom Vailoces drew big plays down the stretch to �inish with 20 points.

The Supercharge, on the other hand, saw an-

other game slip away from their hands despite the exceptional efforts of Elvin Omaña, Bobby Tañara and Ron Millares.

From a double-digit de�icit, the Turbo Diesels recovered their bearings in defense to score a tightrope 56-51 over Navara Intercoolers.

Ravj Vailoces made things happen in the most

crucial situation, dropping 24 points and single-handedly towing the Diesels to their second victory.

The Diesels also relied on Macky Cabadu’s paint dominance, controlling the boards against the hefty Supercharge which remains at the cellar with an 0-2 slate.

The hoopfest resumes on Tuesday.

Dallas Mavericks forward Luka Doncic (77) and forward Dirk Nowitzki (41) and guard Tim Hardaway Jr. (11) celebrate Nowitzki becoming the sixth all-time

leading scorer in NBA history during the first quarter against the New Orleans Pelicans at the American Airlines Center.

Reuters

Nowitzki passes Wilt in NBA scoring list

San Antonio Spurs shooting guard DeMar DeRozan (10) shoots the ball as Golden State Warriors shooting guard Klay Thompson (11) defends during the second half at AT&T Center. Reuters

Spurs dismantle Warriors

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eMar DeRozan scored 26 points, and LaMarcus Aldridge added 23 points and 13 rebounds as the San Antonio Spurs, the NBA's hottest team, would not be denied in a 111105 victory over the visiting Golden State Warriors on Monday, capturing their ninth win in a row.

The victory was San Antonio's 11th straight at home and guaranteed the Spurs (42-29) their

NBA-record 22nd consecutive winning season.

San Antonio led by four points heading into the �inal quarter and was never behind over the �inal 12 minutes, building as much as a nine-point advantage on two different occasions and repelling each of the Warriors' attempts to take charge.

Davis Bertans' 3-pointer with 1:53 to play allowed San Antonio a 109-102 lead and all but

�inished off the Warriors (47-22), who fell into a tie with Denver for �irst place in the Western Conference standings with the loss.

Rudy Gay added 17 points for the Spurs while Derrick White and Patty Mills hit for 12 and 10 points, respectively, for San Antonio.

Stephen Curry led the Warriors with 25 points, and Kevin Durant tallied 24 in his return to the lineup after missing the

past two games with a sprained ankle.

Klay Thompson added 14 and Draymond Green racked up 10 points for Golden State.

The Spurs led 58-47 at halftime behind 13 points each by Gay and Aldridge, 12 from White and 10 from DeRozan. San Antonio forged a 19-2 run early in the second period and led by as many as 14 in a half that featured eight ties and six lead changes.

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allas Mavericks legend Dirk Nowitzki knocked down his �irst two jumpers during a Monday night matchup against the New Orleans Pelicans to pass Wilt Chamberlain for the No. 6 spot on the NBA's all-time scoring list.

Nowitzki hit the milestone early in the �irst quarter, making a 20-footer with 8:35 remaining in front of a sellout crowd at Dallas that was mostly on its feet in anticipation of the moment.

He entered the game needing four points to pass Chamberlain, who scored 31,419 career points.

Nowitzki spent a several years as the sixth-leading scorer in NBA history before LeB-

ron James passed him, Chamberlain and Michael Jordan earlier this season.

Nowitzki �inished the �irst half with eight points.

Nowitzki, 40, has yet to make a decision on whether or not he will retire, but he has been enjoying an unof�icial farewell tour throughout the season.

The 21-year veteran missed the �irst 26 games of the season while rehabbing after left ankle surgery. Nowitzki began play Monday averaging 6.0 points and 2.4 rebounds per game in 2018-19.

The top �ive all-time NBA scorers are Kareem Abdul-Jabbar (38,387), Karl Malone (36,928), Kobe Bryant (33,643), James (32,439) and Michael Jordan (32,292).

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VOL.12 ISSUE 8 • WEDNESDAY, MARCH 20, 2019

ON COURSE DLSU, Lyceum crush rivals, inch closer to finals

By ADAM B. MORRELL

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itle favorite De La Salle University and Lyceum University of the Philippines were �iercer than the feared storm on a rainy Tuesday night as they moved closer to a �inals showdown after disposing off their rivals for their second straight wins in the Araw ng Davao Collegiate Basketball League.

The Green Archers relied on their Twin Towers in 6-9 Australian Brandon Matthew Bates and 6-8 Justine Baltazar to dominate the shaded area on their way to a breezy 78-66 win over University of the East at the Davao City Recreation Center.

After a 39-29 halftime lead, the Green Archers blew the game wide open in the third canto as they erected an insurmountable 61-43 spread. The Warriors came back with a mild spark 67-53, 4:10 to go, but came up short.

Encho Serrano led DLSU with 14 points.

The Pirates were just as �ierce with a 95-67 spanking of University of Cebu in the �irst game of the night’s doubleheader.

The Pirates dictated the tempo from start to �inish in a dominant display of basketball and sending signals over to the De La Salle University camp of its serious drive for the title in the four-team tournament serving as one of the sports highlights of the 82nd Araw ng Davao and presented by Matina Enclaves and The Royal Mandaya Hotel in partnership with the City Government of Davao.

After the Pirates raced to a double digit advantage in the �irst quarter, UC import Herman Djuemou rammed home an in-your-face dunk as the Webmasters closed the gap at 5 points, 31-36. Lyceum doused cold water on the UC rally as it took a 43-33 lead at the half.

The Pirates were never threatened after that mild rally as they cruised to their second win in as many games to stay on top of the standings.

Ranzelle Yong �ired 23 points for the Pirates who are supported by CM Farms. Ralph Tansingco added 20 while Enoch Valdez scored 17. John Jabello topscored for the Cebuanos with 20 while Djuemou

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knocked in 12.

The Webmasters dropped to their second straight loss.

Earlier, the Pirates stung the University of the East Red Warriors 69-59 in their �irst outing on Monday night.

The tournament features the ‘Big Four’ cast that includes De La Salle University (UAAP), University of the East Red Warriors (UAAP), National Collegiate Athletic Association’s (NCAA) Lyceum of the Philippines University Pirates, and the University of Cebu (UC) from the Cebu Schools Athletic Foundation, Inc. (CESAFI) backyard.

The top two teams after the single round eliminations meet for the title while the nos. 3 and 4 battle for third.

De La Salle University Green Archer Francis Gabriel Escandor goes up against University of Cebu center Herman Djuemo in this bit of action during the DLSU-

UC match on Monday night ushering the Araw ng Davao Collegiate Basketball League at the Davao City Recreation Center. SBP 11 Photo