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CTTMO chief reiterates safe driving to motorists

By ADAM B. MORRELL

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wo recent fatal road accidents in a span of two weeks in Davao City must serve as a wake up call to motorists, especially to reckless drivers.

This was the message of Davao City Transport and Traf�ic Management Of�ice (CTTMO) chief Dionisio Abude who reminded motorists to drive safely following the two consecutive fatal vehicle mishaps that claimed a total of 11 fatalities.

“Pahimangnuan dapat ning mga driver nga dili sila dapat maka angol,” Abude, in an interview on Thursday, July 13, said.

Abude underscored discipline while driving should always be practiced by every motorist.

“Gi-ingnan nako nang mga driver atong drivers education nga tarungon

nila pag drive kay wala sila kabalo basig kanang ilahang gibanggan parente na diay nila,” he said.

On the CTTMO’s end, the traf�ic chief said the agency was never amiss in implementing traf�ic rules.

“Kadaghan namo’g gipamutang na mga traf�ic sign diha sa diversion, wala sad mi nag kulang sa pag panakop. Kay bisag unsaon natog dupa-dupa tanan anang mga kalsada diha, kung ang driver gyud walay pakabana, naa gihapoy madisgrasya,” he explained.

In fact, according to Abude, they have apprehended a total of 3,690

THEY’RE BACK. A group of fishermen sails on Thursday towards fish cages which are sprouting back in Punta Dumalag, Brgy. Matina Aplaya, Davao City years after the city government of Davao issued an order to dismantle them following due to massive water pollution in the area.

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OATH TAKING. President Rodrigo Duterte administers the oath to newly elected government officials of Cagayan de Oro City during a ceremony at the Xavier Sports and Country Club on Wednesday night. PRESIDENTIAL PHOTO

PIA director general vows to defy Andanar’s order

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hilippine Information Agency Director General Harold Clavite vowed to defy the order of Communications Secretary Martin Andanar preventing him from traveling to America due to an ongoing investigation over corruption.

On his Facebook account, Clavite rued how Sec. Andanar denied his long overdue request to travel to the US to be with his youngest daughter on her ballet recital this June 15.

Clavite said he submitted his application for leave on May 21 to which Andanar allegedly approved verbally. On June 10, Clavite said he received a letter from Andanar denying his application for leave due to corruption allegation.

Clavite claimed that the corruption allegation levelled against him came from an anonymous letter.

He questioned how Sec. Andanar readily took action on an anonymous letter while the secretary failed to take action on the report Clavite sent to the Of�ice of the Executive Secretary coursed thru the PCOO Secretary about the irregularities in PIA. “It is unfortunate that the PCOO Secretary and his lawyer would establish probable cause on their own, based on an anonymous letter, without having to wait for an of�icial response from my side. The establishment of prima facie is determined through a formal investigation as convened by the disciplining authority, which they have not done. It is interesting to note also that when I sent a report and complaint to

the Of�ice of the Executive Secretary (OES) through the PCOO in May 2019 in relation to irregularities in PIA, the Secretary did not take any action. And while an anonymous letter was sent to them against me, they quickly and easily declare probable cause,” Clavite said in his June 10 Facebook post.

With regards to the denial of his application for leave and authority to travel, Clavite said that he still plans on traveling to the US to be with his two daughters whom he plans to bring back to the Philippines for a vacation.

I left my family in 2016 to help the President and serve the country I so love and respect. Now I am ready and willing to give up that commitment for Stacey’s ballet recital. I am a New Yorker. I am rude. Get out of my way, idiots! See you at the airport,” Clavite said.

The PIA top honcho also said that Andanar was “ill-advised and is making haphazard decisions”.

“Give me a break. The Secretary is clearly ill-advised and is making haphazard decisions. Surrounded by the best of the best running his immediate of�ice, he has been consistent in making inappropriate moves as far as PIA is concerned since 2017. I have a list and I’m happy to share.

I cannot let this pass. Government of�icials especially those who represent the President should study their acts well and be mindful of their decisions and actions.

I sacri�iced too much and I

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Sara: Incoming VM Baste is ready

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ayor Sara Duterte-Carpio believes her brother Sebastian “Baste” Duterte, who is a newbie in politics, is ready to serve as vice mayor and lead the 24-member City Council of Davao as its presiding of�icer for the next three years.

When asked about the preparation of her brother for local politics, Carpio told reporters in an ambush interview during the general assembly of barangay leaders at the Azuela Cove on Tuesday that she was con�ident that Sebastian, the youngest son of President Rodrigo R. Duterte with exwife Elizabeth Zimmerman, would be able to carry out his function as vice mayor.

“Of course, tumakbo naman sya (he ran) and he presented himself to the people and when he cam-

paigned he presented also kung ano yung plano nya (what his plans are) for the city council. So, yes,” she said.

Carpio, who also served as vice mayor from 2007 to 2010, said she did not give tips to her youngest brother on how to lead the council because politics was not discussed in their family. Carpio served as mayor from 2010 until 2013, elected mayor again in 2016 when her father ran for president, and re-elected in 2019.

Meanwhile, the resigned

vice mayor, Paolo “Pulong” Duterte, the eldest of the Duterte siblings, won as Davao City �irst district representative.

Sebastian, the vice mayor-elect, who ran unopposed, received 557,769 votes.

“If at all, nagtanong sya about committees sa Sangguniang Panlungsod, and I told him na as vice mayor sya yung mag de-decide about the committees with the consensus of the councilors (He asked about the committees at the City Council, and I told him, as vice mayor, he would decide about the committees with the consensus of the councilors),” she said.

Under Section 445 of the Local Government Code of 1991, the vice mayor shall

be the “presiding of�icer of the sangguniang bayan and sign all warrants drawn on the municipal treasury for all expenditures appropriated for the operation of the sangguniang bayan.”

The vice mayor, “subject to civil service law, rules and regulations, will also appoint all of�icials and employees of the sangguniang bayan, except those whose manner of appointment is speci�ically provided in this Code.”

Sebastian will also assume the of�ice of the mayor “for the unexpired term of the latter in the event of permanent vacancy” and exercise the powers and perform the duties and functions of the municipal mayor in cases of temporary vacancy. (Antonio L. Colina IV / MindaNews)

deployment of construction workers earlier. Now, we want to include our nurses," he said in an interview during the 2019 Kalayaan Job Fair in Manila.

"There could be a slowdown in the deployment of nurses because we also need our nurses, especially senior citizens," he added.

Bello noted that he is contemplating on the

plan after a dialogue with the Philippine Nurses Association (PNA), who sought his assistance to address the shortage of nurses in the country.

"All the while, I thought there is an oversupply of nurses. But I just learned that those graduating with nursing degrees and have passed the Board only train for two years and will go (abroad)," he added.

Bello said the government should do something by increasing the salaries of nurses for them to stay in the country.

"In order for them to not want to work abroad and just stay here, we should also consider increasing their salaries.

And the President appears amenable to giving them that," he said.

Limit deployment of nurses abroad: DOLE

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he Department of Labor and Employment (DOLE) is planning to decrease the deployment of nurses to other countries, Secretary Silvestre Bello said on Wednesday.

Bello said they are looking at the possibility of lessening the number of medical professionals, including nurses, being sent overseas.

"We slowed down the

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DFA awaits WPS TF report on Chinese, PH boats collision

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he Department of Foreign Affairs (DFA) is waiting for an of�icial report from the National Task Force for the West Philippine Sea (NTF-WPS) on the collision of a Chinese vessel and a Filipino �ishing boat in the South China Sea last Sunday, Foreign Affairs Secretary Teodoro Locsin, Jr. said Wednesday night.

"Let us wait for the West Philippine (Sea) Task Force to give the sort of facts on the basis of which I �ire off diplomatic protests," he wrote on his of�icial Twitter account.

Defense Secretary Del�in Lorenzana earlier reported that a collision

between the two vessels near Recto Bank on June 9 resulted in the sinking of the Filipino �ishing boat.

In a statement, Lorenzana denounced the actions of the Chinese �ishing vessel "for immediately leaving the scene of the incident, abandoning the 22 Filipino crewmen to the mercy of the elements."

The Filipino �ishing boat GIMVER was anchored at the time when it was hit by the Chinese vessel. The Filipinos were later rescued by a Vietnamese ship within the vicinity.

The DND has already ordered a formal investigation on the incident. (PNA)

Youths meet for peace forum

CHINESE DELEGATES. Consul General Li Lin of the Chinese Consulate General in Davao announces the arrival of Chinese delegation from the cities of Jinjiang and Nanning in Davao City to promote economic cooperation on the upcoming Davao

Investment Conference 2019 (Davao ICON 2019) slated on June 20 to 21at SM Lanang Premier's SMX Convention Center. Lean Daval Jr

PRRD repeats warning on scams despite Kapa rally P

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Duterte also called resident Rodrigo Roa Duterte reiterated his warning on investment scams like Kapa these trending investment a “large scale of Community Ministry-International and schemes swindling.” other like schemes.

The president, however, “Tuo lang mo nako kay abugado ko, inyo kong presidente. Ug tinuod pa na, purbida Ginoo, ako nay muingon, sige hasta ko muapil na,” Duterte said in speech during the ceremonial distribution of 12,548 Certificates of Land Ownership Award (CLOAs) to the recipients on behalf of the 13,585 Agrarian Reform Bene�iciaries (ARBs) of Region XII at the Barangay Lagao Gymnasium in General Santos City on Thursday, June 13.

Duterte said these in-

vestment schemes are considered Ponzi schemes, a fraudulent investing scam promising high rates of return with little risk to investors. The Ponzi scheme generates returns for early investors by acquiring new investors.

“Ayaw mog tuo ana kay ilad na wala nay kwarta. Ang katapusan, katong naa didto sa unahan, ug wala nay mukagat, mao na toy ma-biktima, ug daghan na kaayo daghan say mabiktima,” he said.

Stay vigilant, Pinoys in HK told amid mass protests

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ilipinos in Hong Kong are asked to remain vigilant and to exercise extreme caution amid the mass protests over an extradition bill being pushed that critics said would violate the territory's autonomy.

"The Philippine Consulate General in Hong Kong released an advisory, asking Filipinos there to keep away from demonstration areas, which are generally concentrated outside the government central of�ices, particularly the Legislative Complex, in Admiralty and in Tamar Park," Foreign Affairs Assistant Secretary Emmanuel Fernandez said in a statement Wednesday night.

The of�icial also

echoed the foreign post's advise to Filipinos to reschedule their consular transactions at the Consulate General, which is located near the demonstration areas.

Fernandez said the Consulate General in Hong Kong, headed by Consul General Antonio Morales, "continues to monitor the situation and will provide public advisories from time to time as necessary."

"It also stands ready to provide assistance if needed," he added.

According to reports, the widespread demonstration has turned violent as hundreds of police pushed backed against the protesters at the Legislative Council. (PNA)

said there is no one to blame since there are already laws made by the congress which is being violated by these investment schemes.

“Ang congress ang ga panday sa balaod. Isa ra kos a executive department ug ako ra ang mu-implementar sa balaod. Kay kung dili nako na buhaton, ako pa ang ma demanda ug ma impeach kay wala nako gina buhat akoang trabaho,” he explained.

Duterte’s statement, meanwhile, contradicted

the claims of Kapa Community-Ministry investors that the president will go to their “Grand Prayer Rally” and bring the good news.

The Kapa Community Ministry-International hosted the rally to coincide with the president’s arrival in General Santos City.

In its social media page, they claimed that the president have talked to the Kapa founder pastor Joel Apolinario and together will grace the rally.

A source from the Presidential of�ice, however, clari�ied that the president left right after his appearance and never talked to any members from Kapa.

PATRIOTIC. A physically challenged man proudly adorns his wheelchair with two miniature Philippine flags as he traverses Lapu-lapu Street in Davao City on a sunny Thursday morning. The nation commemorated the 121st Independence Day

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round 800 youth representatives from different municipalities of Maguindanao recently gathered at the municipal covered of Datu Saudi Ampatuan, Maguindanao for a forum dubbed as "The Role of Young Men and Women in Peace Building and in Preventing and Countering Violent Extremism."

The forum spearheaded by the National Action Plan for Women Peace, and Security (NAPWPS) was part of the annual Duyog Ramadan of the Of�ice of the Presidential Adviser on the Peace Process (OPAPP). It aims to promote unity and reconciliation for those families who were displaced due to armed con�lict in Shariff Aguak, Pagatin, Mamasapano, and Salibo (SPMS box).

OPAPP Assistant Secretary for Peace Security Affairs Dickson Hermoso emphasized the importance of the forum to the youth, especially for those who were displaced because of the armed con�lict.

"We are here today not just for social healing, but for community healing.

Everyone here in Datu Saudi and in neighboring municipalities who experienced war, we need to overcome this for us to cross over into the path of peace here in the Bangsamoro Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao (BARMM)," Hermoso said.

Hermoso also expressed his gratitude to the Duterte administration for bringing peace into the region emphasizing that the former MILF combatants are now part of the government and are working on the same side and sharing a common cause.

Major General Cirilito Sobejana, Commander of the 6th Infantry Division (6th ID) and Joint Task Force Central (JTFC), in his message delivered by Col. Joel Abregana, said the youth being one of the most vulnerable sectors of the society, must be educated and engaged in peace building.

"We strengthen our campaign of engaging you to activities like this.

To inform, enlighten, and encourage you to exercise your privilege to take part in peace and nation build-

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celebration on Wednesday, June 12, but this man kept his patriotic expression linger further. Lean Daval Jr

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PH bids to host 2021 UN tourism summit

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he Philippine government, through the Department of Tourism, has expressed interest in hosting the next United Nations World Tourism Organization (UNWTO) General Assembly in 2021.

“The Philippines is excited to host the UNWTO General Assembly in 2021, primarily to showcase the country’s sustainable tourism programs and actions and secondly, to give importance to the nation’s signi�icant role in world maritime history and to draw highlight to our country’s discovery," said Tourism Secretary Bernadette Romulo-Puyat in a statement Monday.

According to the DOT, the bid is timed with the celebration of the quincentennial of the world’s �irst circumnavigation in 1521, which was completed when the Spanish expedition arrived in Cebu.

The UNWTO Commission on Asia and the Paci�ic and the Commission on South Asia (CSA) supported the country's bid to host the UNWTO confab in 2021, said the DOT. The Tourism chief recently led the Philippine delegation to Bhutan for the 31st UNWTO and Related Meetings, which includes the UNWTO Regional Conference on Sustainable Development through Tourism.

Bhutan's initiatives

on Gross National Happiness (GNH) in Asia highlighted the conference theme, wherein most speakers talked about their respective programs on GNH. The DOT, as a member of the panel, shared its intent to review current policies and put premium on sustainable development as part of the tourism indicators.

Meanwhile, during the 57th Meeting of the UNWTO CAP, the Philippines was also elected as a member of both the Committees on Tourism and Sustainability and on Statistics and the Tourism Satellite Account.

The DOT said the membership to these committees provides the Philippines an opportunity not only to sit among other UNWTO Member states but to share its experiences in promoting sustainable tourism development.

At the three-day conference, the DOT also hosted a dinner at the Taj Tashi Hotel, highlighted by the presence of Bhutan Prime Minister Lotay Tshering.

Margarita Fores, dubbed as Asia’s Best Female Chef, curated the dinner with dishes such as sinigang, chicken inasal and beef adobo. Before the reception ended, UNWTO Secretary-General Zurab Pololikashvili appointed Chef Fores as a UNWTO Ambassador. (PNA)

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AIRBAGS? With his merchandise of kitchen sponges out front of his handlebar, this bicycle-riding vendor cheerfully moves around Punta Dumalag, Brgy. Matina Aplaya in Davao City on Thursday. The sponges could work well as makeshift impact-absorber like airbags for his bicycle, but where’s his safety helmet? Lean Daval Jr

DOF seeks ways for incoming Congress on priority bills

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inance Secretary Carlos Dominguez III has ordered a study on ways to actively engage lawmakers of the incoming Congress to speed up the approval of the rest of the Duterte administration’s tax reform packages, as well as to apprise them of the untenability and adverse �inancial repercussions of certain legislative proposals, the Department of Finance (DOF) said in a statement on Wednesday.

In a recent DOF executive committee (Execom) meeting, Dominguez also listed the Department’s

priorities when a new set of lawmakers assumes of�ice in the 18th Congress, which opens on July 22.

These legislative priorities, he said, include increasing tax collections by, among others, collecting the right amount of taxes from Philippine offshore gaming operators (POGOs) and their foreign employees; ensuring that the Bureau of the Treasury is functioning well; privatizing idle state assets; collecting unpaid obligations due the Power Sector Assets and Liabilities Management Corp. (PSALM); and further increasing the dividend contributions of government-owned and -controlled corporations (GOCCs).

Dominguez also instructed DOF of�icials to accelerate the full implementation of the Customs Modernization and Tariff

Act (CMTA) and the fuel marking program, and to assist in the proper implementation of the rice tarif�ication law.

“We have to improve our engagement with the legislature, and we have to get it more organized. We have to get our tax reform packages passed by the end of this year,” Dominguez said during the Execom meeting.

The rest of the tax reform packages include Package 2, which aims to lower the corporate income tax (CIT) and modernize the �iscal incentives regime; Package 3, which institutes reforms in the property valuation system; and Package 4, which rationalizes capital income taxation.

Foreign tourist arrivals in April up 12.15% to 663K

T FROM TRASH TO CASH. Made to last: from trash to durable eco-friendly bags.

Elena Mabano (rightmost), a microfinance client of CARD Bank from Toril, Davao City is into businesses that protects and preserves the environment. She makes bags from used tarpaulin and clothes for more than five years. She was inspired to use tarpaulin in making her bags because she observed that many banners and streamers are along the streets, in electric posts, and other places. She thought that these materials can be turned into bags that are durable and can be used for a lifetime. So in 2014, she availed a microfinance loan in CARD Bank, Inc. to finance her new and unique line of business. Elena now successfully made her business bigger and displayed her crafts at the Pasalubong Center

in Davao City. Now, she trains communities, especially students, so they can benefit from her enterprise and learn from her experience. Elena, like Raquel Lanaban (leftmost) who is into paper wallet making, was also tapped by CARD MRI Hijos Tours so that their products become integrated into its tour programs. CARD Bank and CARD MRI Hijos Tours are among the 21 member institutions under CARD Mutually Reinforcing Institutions (CARD MRI), a group of social development institutions that is in the business of ending poverty in the Philippines through microfinance and community development programs.

Also in the photo are CARD MRI Hijos Tours Tour Assistant Russel Idul (2 nd from left) and Tour Manager Cyrene Grace Lubigan (3 rd from left).

he Department of Tourism (DOT) on Wednesday reported an increase in the tourist arrivals for April 2019 by 12.15 percent compared to the same period in 2018.

"International tourist arrivals in April 2019 reached 662,987, registering a 12.15 percent growth vis-a-vis 591,137 received last year," it said, citing the latest data gathered by the agency.

Tourism chief Bernadette Romulo-Puyat attributed the increase to the heightened marketing initiatives with the private sector and travel trade counterparts in the various markets as well as improved connectivity from new �lights, additional frequencies and expanded capacity brought about by new and upgraded airports.

"We also attribute increased travel movement

and consumption to continued efforts in developing new and existing tourism circuits all over the country in pursuit of sustainable tourism," she added.

Puyat is optimistic the Philippines will attract more visitors to sustain the upward trend.

Data from the DOT showed that the top tourist market in April was China with 139,177 visitors, posting the highest increase since last year at 26.77 percent.

South Korea came second with 130,707, followed by the United States with 87,710, Japan with 57,724, and Australia with 28,683.

Meanwhile, the overall foreign visitor count for January to April 2019 totaled 2,867,551, or an increase of 8.57 percent compared to the 2,642,241 arrivals in the same period last year. (PNA)

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A fairytale ride

It’s a rude reality but let’s face it, the poor, yes the poor, cannot rely on the promise of better life with Kapa or other investments scams around town.

The enticing prospect of receiving 30 percent of one’s contribution, designated in Kapa’s case as donation, on a monthly basis for the rest of one’s life is indeed an offer that’s too hard to refuse. It’s too good one must be crazy not to put his money on it.

Only if it’s realistic.

However, not only is it unrealistic. It is mathematically impossible.

The “give P10,000 take P3,000 a month for the rest of your life” scheme given the statistics of Kapa would show that if it has 5 million members as claimed, it would have at least 50-billion pooled capital if each one of the members gave the minimum of P10,000. To sustain its promise, Kapa will need P15 billion a month to pay 5 million members, who have contributed at least P10,000 each. Given that it has P50 billion in pooled capital, this money, the money is enough to pay its members for only 3.3 months unless it will have new members coming in or existing members pooling more. Yes, it’s true, the early members of Kapa have earned cash.

The problem, however, is that the money they earned came from other people.

What about the new ones?

Kapa claims that has been operating for 6 years and has amassed a diverse portfolio of businesses enough to sustain its promises to investors. The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) said that majority of the businesses are newly registered sole proprietorships while some of the corporations which are allegedly acquired by it do not have �inancial capabilities to generate the necessary funds to

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sustain the high returns. There is no way the new companies under its fold could have generated billions. Not even the country’s top corporations, according to SEC, could earn that big.

As of 2017, Kapa’s assets amounted to P465,000 with liabilities of P170,000 while on the revenue column, it has P425,000. No �inancial statement was �iled by Kapa in 2018, according to the SEC. Meantime, companies claimed to be acquired by Kapa did not earn near the needed amount to pay out investors. Kapa-Community Ministry International earned P425,000 and spent P419,000 in 2017 or an income of P6,000 during that year. Aces Tagum College earned P24.3 million in 2018, while its expenses were at P23.3 million, which means it earned just P1 million that year.

On the other hand, Tagum Doctors Hospital’s earnings in 2017 amounted to P171.7 million with expenses of P164 million for a net P5.3 million revenues that year.

Credit to Kapa’s savvy in mixing old scam techniques like Ponzi with proli�ic social media that it’s scheme enticed millions of Filipinos, mostly the poor, with high hopes of a comfortable life who found Kapa as the vehicle towards their life dreams of fast cash with less effort. The deception vehicle had all the perfect components -- a recycled engine from a vintage time bomb, shiny exteriors, comfy interiors -- except for one. And that is the fuel to sustain it on the road.

And as this vehicle continues to run, expectant passengers holding up their tickets will end up waiting at every stops. The farther it runs with its fuel supply running out, those waiting at the stops will be looking at that lonely road. Those tickets won’t take them to wonderland no more.

Say it isn’t so, but yes. It’s but a fairytale ride.

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MUJAHID NAVARRA UNDERSTANDING ISLAM

ONE WEEK AFTER RAMADHAN Ramadhan is a month that is best known for its virtues and superiority compared to the other months of the year. It is reported from the early generations of Muslims, also known as the pious predecessors, pray to Allah after Ramadhan for their Ramadhan good deeds to be accepted

by Allah. It is also known from them that it is their belief that one of the signs that one’s good deeds are accepted is when one becomes a better person after his performance of a major good deed like fasting in Ramadhan.

This iswhy the end of Ramadhan should not be the end of the performance of acts of worship and other good deeds.

Because of this, a Muslim should feel humble and greatly indebted to Allah’s generosity that he feels that the only rightful action after Ramadhan is the performance of more good deeds after Ramadhan. A Muslim knows that his performance of good deeds in Ramadhan is a favor conferred upon him by Allah that He has not bestowed onto others who may have already passed away or have squandered the limited days and night of Ramadhan in the non-performance of good deeds or even in sin.

COMPLACENCY OF THE HYPOCRITES

For humans, we have an inclination to celebrate the success or triumph that we achieve in life with complacency. Most Muslims, unfortunately, suffer from this illusion. Most Muslims feel that because of their performance of good deeds during Ramadhan, they have already collected enough merits for them to stop performing acts of worship or much worse, they feel like they are now licensed to sin for having worshipped Allah during Ramadhan.

This illusion could only be possessed by hypocrites who believe that Allah owes them a great deal by having worshipped him in Ramadhan. The feeling of entitlement that they deserve every bit of reward or blessing or even acceptance in Paradise because of the meager acts of worship they did during Ramadhan.

But real Muslims are not like this. Real Muslims continuously feel humble towards Allah. Real Muslims feel that they need Allah every day of their lives and that is the reason why they worship Allah even beyond Ramadhan.

They know that even beyond Ramadhan, Allah sends them rain, air, provisions and blessings and that is why they remain vigilant in worshipping Allah who is not only the Lord Provider during

Ramadhan but is the Lord Provider of all times.

Real Muslims know that they should worship Allah until death overtakes them and that they should strive that they would not die except in the state of being Muslims. Real Muslims stay in the straight path by doing acts of worship that will strengthen their faith. Real Muslims strive to perform all manners of good deeds whether big or small. Real Muslims try hard to please Allah.

For the hypocrite, who fancies himself to be a Muslim, he strives in the performance of major acts of worship in Islam such as Hajj and good deeds in Ramadhan in order to make himself feel good about it.

These major acts of worship make him feel less guilty of the big sins he may committing such as the abandonment of daily obligatory prayers, fornication, drinking alcohol or even polytheism.

THE SOLUTION This is the reality of most Muslims who disappear after Ramadhan. They never really did anything in Ramadhan in faith but rather with an enterprising state of mind only. Ramadhan Muslims would only do something for Allah, not because for the love for Allah, but because they wanted

something in return–they usually want something that they do not fully deserve. And all these must be changed.

DEVELOP YOUR LOVE OF ALLAH: Developing your love for Allah begins by knowing Allah. By knowing Allah’s powers, we feel our own weakness and admit it and in order for us to rely more upon Him as our Lord and Sustainer. Knowing about Allah’s mercy makes us feel our need to ask for His blessings and the assurance that His help is always near for those who need it. Knowing Allah’s punishment make us avoid those that which He has forbidden.

By developing the love for Allah, it is only for Him that we do acts of worship, daily dealings and every kind of random good deeds and kindness. By loving Allah, we become sincere to do good deeds for His sake alone and not for the sake of popularity, in�luence or any material bene�it.

DEVELOP YOUR LOVE FOR THE PROPHET OF ALLAH: Knowing Prophet Muhammad is part of the religion as this religion was taught to us by Allah through the example of Prophet Muhammad. His prophethood of 23 years was replete with stories and lessons that still apply today even in the information age. His

patience, dedication, and devotion could be hard to match as he is the best human being that Allah has created but what a great role model is he even if we only strive to meet even a fraction of his standards of character and manners.

DEVELOP YOUR LOVE FOR THE RELIGION: This is achieved by knowing this religion. It is sad to note that most Muslims think that Islam is only about the avoidance of consuming pork and everything else is arbitrary, including acts of worship. By knowing this religion, you become aware of the least that a Muslim could do in order for him to be among those who deserve Allah’s Paradise. You become aware of the acts of worship, good deeds to be done, and sins to be avoided.

By knowing and loving your religion, you become proud that you are a follower of the religion of the prophets that is being taught by the prophets starting from Adam, the �irst prophet and the last prophet Muhammad.

Fortunately, all these three things are being taught to us by our Islamic preachers and these are the three things on which this religion is founded. These shall also be the questions that each human shall be asked about in the grave.

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THE REIGN OF GREED “We are averse to the truth because the truth is averse to our greed. And so we will either give up our greed and surrender to the truth, or we embrace our greed and surrender everything else.” – Craig D. Lounsbrough *** I love to tell stories. People, even children, can relate to them. It is easier to understand than explaining a certain topic. That’s why Jesus Christ, when he was still on earth, tells parables to convey His message to His listeners.

So, allow me to tell you two stories: one happened in the United States and another one took place in Russia. Let’s start with the one authored by Tony Castle. It goes this way: One summer afternoon on the Mississippi River in America, a steamer crowded with passenger suddenly struck a submerged rock. In a moment, the deck was a wild confusion. The lifeboats were able to take off only one-fourth of all the passengers. The rest tore off their clothes, and swam ashore.

After everyone had deserted the overturned ship, a man suddenly appeared on the leaning deck. He grabbed a loose

piece of wood and then jumped into the river. But he sank like a stone.

When his body was recovered, it was found that while the other passengers were busy escaping, he was busy breaking open and robbing their trunks and baggage. Many of them were miners returning home with their treasure. This thief gathered their gold, tied little bags of it around his waist and within a quarter of an hour he had won more gold than most men do in a lifetime. But it dragged him to the bottom of the river in an instant.

Now, let’s get to the other story, written by a certain Tonne: The Russian boy Ivan fell heir to his father’s small farm.

He wanted more land. Once, a stranger came by, apparently a man of means and power, and offered to give him all the land he could walk around in one day, on condition that he would be back at the spot from which he started by sundown.

Early the next morning, the boy set out, without eating any breakfast or greeting anyone. His �irst plan was to cover six square miles. When he �inished the �irst six, he

decided to make it nine, then twelve and �inally �ifteen. That meant he would have to walk 60 miles before sundown. By noon, he had covered thirty miles. He did not stop for food or drink. His legs grew heavier and heavier.

About 200 yards from the �inish line, he saw the sun dropping toward the horizon. Only a few minutes left. He gathered all his energies for that one last effort. He staggered across the line, just in time.

Then he reached for his heart and fell down in a heap – dead. All the land he got was a piece six feet by two.

Yes, the American man and Russian boy died – because of greed. This happens to most of people today. “Earth provides enough to satisfy every man’s needs, but not every man’s greed,” Mahatma Gandhi once said.

American billionaire Warren Buffet said it right: “I will tell you the secret of getting rich on Wall Street. You try to be greedy when others are fearful. And you try to be fearful when others are greedy.”

When it comes to greedy, there’s only one point: wealth. And wealth usually refers to money. Gustave Flau-

bert in Madame Bovary wrote: “Of all the icy blasts that blow on love, a request for money is the most chilling.”

In Going Postal, Terry Pratchett penned: “There was no safety. There was no pride. All there was, was money. Everything became money, and money became everything. Money treated us as if we were things, and we died.”

The love of money, the Bible states, is the root of all evil. No, someone argued, it is the lack of money. Another one joined: It’s greed!

Greed happens if and when you are not content with what you have. You want more. Marty Rubin reminded: “What is is plenty, but more is never enough.”

This brings us to the words of Richelle E. Goodrich, author of Smile Anyway: “There are people who are never content, never appeased, forever dissatis�ied – who continually look to what escapes them, convincing themselves that if only they would attain one desire outside of reach, they would be happy.”

She adds, “It seems almost pointless to give to these people because their eyes immediately shift from the gift to stare miserably at the portion held

back. Their wants, demands, expectations, appetites are never satiated, thus they refuse to be happy. And you cannot make them so.”

Allow me to end this piece with another story: A big dog had stolen a big piece of meat from the butcher and was running home with it as fast as he could. He came to a stream with a plank across it, looked down into the water and saw a very strange thing. Down there was another dog, with another piece of meat!

“Ho!” said the dog to himself. “What’s this: a dog with a piece of meat even bigger than mine down there! I’ll take it away from him.”

So, he opened his mouth to grab the other dog’s piece of meat and plop, the piece of meat in his own mouth fell right down into the bottom of the stream. The dog kept looking down into the water and now he saw the dog down there had no meat either. So, both had lost their dinner.

Remember the words of American author Anthony T. Hincks? “The snake that bites its own tail shall end up consuming itself from within,” he said.

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reckless drivers from January 2018 to March 2019.

Aside from that, CTTMO apprehended 13,045 motorists not wearing safety helmets, 7,718 speed limit violators and a total of 18,290 who disregarded traf�ic signs.

Abude, meanwhile, appealed to the motorists of Davao City to consider these recent vehicular accidents a warning.

“Akoa lang gyung maingon kay mag amping sila sa pag maneho,” he said.

Last May 31, two women died after bumping their car to a bus along Quimpo Boulevard.

The untimely death of newly-graduated Faye Rosales and Melody Ann Sotelo Ybañez, who was the driver of a Mazda sedan that crashed to a Yutong bus driven by Ricky Aban Delo-

so, generated massive sympathy on social media.

Less than 15 days after that incident, nine people died in a multiple vehicular collisions at the junction Matina Pangi Road and Carlos P. Garcia Highway at around 9:30 am on Tuesday, July 12.

The wing van truck driven by Joel Sinpay Aras bumped off nine other vehicles including a Toyota

high Ace Van (BCN661), Kia Sportage (KEP343), Honda CRV (LGE978), Mitsubishi L300 (AAG4913), Tmx with sidecar (5013LV), Avanza (ZSE506), Suzuki AVP (PPI830), and Multicab (JFG233).

The driver is facing charges of reckless imprudence resulting to multiple homicide, serious physical injury and damage to property.

don’t deserve this stupidity and shall not allow myself to be bullied this way,” Clavite said.

HOW THE TIFF STARTED The problem at the PIA reportedly started upon the appointment of Benjamin R. Felipe, Director V, last June 2018. Felipe is a television comedian who once worked with Andanar in TV5.

Clavite accused Felipe as having masterminded all of the false and negative accusations against him since his appointment last year.

Among the incidents that happened which Clavite suspects was perpetrated

by Felipe are the following: 1. An anonymous Twitter account was created posting negative issues against Clavite on a daily basis; 2. Anonymous letters were purportedly sent to the Ombudsman and PCOO alleging corruption and abuse of authority cases against Clavite; 3. Fabricated information was leaked to private media and in fact, PIA and the Director-General were the subject of a blind item with GMA Teleradyo Arnold Clavio’s morning program in May 2019; 4. News articles were published in tabloids Tonight (18 May 2019) and Malaya (20 May 2019) and shared on Facebook alleging that the undersigned has been a corrupt and abusive of�icial and that he is currently facing �ive (5) cases in the Ombudsman; 5. Wrong information and twisted facts have been spread among PIA rank and �ile personnel as well as other PCOO of�icials and its attached agencies.

Clavite said there have been �irst-hand information relayed to him in relation to

the narrative of Mr. Felipe, depicting a very negative picture of the head of Agency.

“Mr. Felipe has been found by PIA of�icers and personnel as exerting too much effort to discredit me.

Instead of allowing dialogue and internal discussions on issues, Mr. Felipe had chosen to spread rumors causing divisiveness and animosity among PIA personnel,” said Clavite in his letter to the Executive Secretary Salvador Medialdea dated May 22, 2019.

In a memorandum dated May 21, Clavite also directed Felipe to explain his behavior a day earlier during their �lag ceremony where in Felioe allegedly disrespected and undermined Clavite’s authority infront of employees and personnel by raising his voice several times and contemptuously charging the PIA director general with wrongdoing.

Clavite was appointed

by President Rodrigo Duterte as Director-General of PIA on 27 July 2016. Prior to this appointment, he worked in the United Nations Development Programme Headquarters in New York City. Clavite has more than 23 years of untainted, professional background in information, development, government, and the United Nations.

Since Clavite took of�ice, a review of business operations, operational, organizational, �inancial, and administrative matters was conducted. In the course of the review, Clavite noted several erratic and inconsistent processes in many aspects of the work. Being the premiere public information arm of Government, it is necessary to improve and correct these systems to

ensure ef�icient and effective delivery of services to its clientele— government agencies and the Filipino public.

In 2017, Clavite issued directives streamlining functions of Divisions and Sections which included movement of some personnel.

In 2018, Clavite suspended the monthly provision of rice subsidy to employees, which had been the practice of the Agency for several years. Basis of such action was the strong recommendation of the COA resident auditor and the fact that there was no legal basis on this additional allowance.

These changes caused emotional consequences from among employees.

An internet use and social media policy was also signed by Clavite prohibiting personal use of social media during of�ice hours which was resisted by the PIA Employees Association accusing Clavite of curtailing freedom of expression and abuse of authority.

In 2018, Clavite issued a memorandum circular prohibiting of�icers and staff to receive “pasalubong” from regional and provincial of�ices every time they do �ield work.

In September 2018, Clavite organized an internal fact-�inding committee (FFC) to look into possible irregularities in appropriations and funds disbursements. The FFC, an independent body composed of permanent personnel of PIA, looked into speci�ic transactions related to charging of funds and transfer of funds from the central of�ice to regional of�ices.

Based on a report submitted by the FFC, it was con�irmed that there have been irregularities in �inan-

cial transactions. The report was submitted by Clavite to COA, PCOO, and the Of�ice of the President.

Due to these reforms and reaction from disgruntled personnel, some misunderstanding and animosity in the organization were developed thereby affecting the integrity of the institution.

To remedy this, Clavite recommended in his letter to ES Medialdea the following actions: 1. As recommended by the FFC, erring personnel must be held accountable to ensure these acts are not repeated and to ensure the integrity of PIA is preserved.

Along this line, the undersigned is in the process of �iling administrative complaints against erring personnel in the Ombudsman and the Civil Service Commission; 2. All new policies shall be strictly adhered to especially those relating to �inancial management and cash �low and the PIA management is determined and committed to the proper execution of such policies; 3. The proposed PIA organizational restructuring must be given utmost priority and attention by the Of�ice of the President to allow a more enhanced organizational set up including workforce planning, administrative, and operational management; 4. Mr. Benjamin Felipe, Director V, be removed from PIA or transferred to another Agency. At the same time, he must be disciplined and made accountable with his actions which violated several provisions of Republic Act 6713 of the Code of Conduct and Ethical Standards for Government Employees and Of�icials.

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The DOLE chief said the salary increase for nurses would be discussed with the Department of Budget and Management.

Filipino nurses are in demand in countries in Europe, the Middle East, among others.

Early this year, the government has implemented a slowdown in sending construction workers to other coun-

tries, by as much as 90 percent due to the reported manpower shortage in the local construction industry stemming from the "Build, Build, Build” program in 75 projects.

Under the BBB program, the government is set to construct roads, bridges, airport, railways among others, covering 2017 to 2022, with a total budget of PHP8 trillion. (PNA)

ing. With these opportunities, you will be able to identify your strength as young men and women and use this to raise your different advocacies, inspire fellow youth, and impact the future," Sobejana added.

Meanwhile, Peace Advocate and Army Reservist Gian Matteo Guidicelli called on the youth representatives to make education which the government provides a primary objective for everyone. He

urged them to value it as they aspire to succeed and contribute to the country's peace and development.

Guidicelli emphasized that violence is not the solution to anything as he continued to talk about the youth's role in peace-building.

Simultaneous activities were also being held at different areas in Lanao del Norte, Lanao del Sur, and Marawi City. (PIA-Cotabato City)

part in the 21st Negros Open Tenpin Bowling Open Tournament held at the Lopue’s East Bowling Center in Bacold City.

Flores along with the younger Flores, Gamolo, Rene Dalayon, William Galacio and Raymond Consolacion went to campaign.

Dalayon, however, shone the brightest after placing 6th in the �inals of the Senior Masters Division that was won by Edgar Caper of SLETBA-Cainta, Rizal.

Metba's other members didn't make it to the �inal top 10 but left an im-

pression.

Flores said that competing in international tournaments is one of the association's program as member of the Phil Bowling Federation (PBF).

PBF is recognized by the Philippine Olympic Committee (POC) and Philippine Sports Commission (PSC) as the governing body for tenpin bowling.

"PBF is a member of the Asian Bowling Federation and World Bowling, which products includes champions Paeng Nepomuceno, Bong Coo, Biboy Rivera, and Krizziah Tabora," Flores said.

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NOTICE OF AUCTION

The VGM Pawnshop, Inc. will hold a Public Auction Sale to all unredeemed and unrenewed items on the following schedule listed below at 9:00 O’clock in the morning.

Ang VGM Pawnshop, Inc. magasubasta sa tanang prenda nga wala nalukat sa maong sumusunod nga mga petsa sa alas 9:00 sa buntag.

BRANCHES

DATE PAWNED

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DATE & PLACE OF AUCTION June 21, 2019 (Fri.) 9:00 AM VGM Pawnshop, Inc, Sandawa Branch VGM Bldg.

Sandawa Road,SIR New Matina Davao City June 21, 2019 (Fri.) 9:00 AM VGM Pawnshop, Inc, Sandawa Branch VGM Bldg.

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A D-LIGHTFUL STAYCATION IT IS ALREADY JUNE and although my last visit to Thailand was merely a month and a half ago, I can say that I am still on a Bangkok hangover. Luckily, upon the invitation of Dusit Davao’s marcom officer Marco, I was able to book myself for a weekend at the posh Dusit D2 Hotel to finally try their brand of Thai hospitality with, of course, a Filipino heart.

Afternoons are best enjoyed sipping on tea and eating good food with friends.

Although still on its soft opening phase, the DusitD2 Davao is the newest five-star hotel in Durianburg. Located at the northern part of the city in the growing area of Lanang, DusitD2 Davao is clearly a landmark for that part of the metro which is close to the beaches of Davao Gulf and post shopping malls.

Setting foot onto the property, I was impressed by its well-lit lobby featuring modern designs but with a touch of Thai patterns and design. From check in, I

DusitD2’s spacious and modern D’Luxe Room.

DusitD2’s delight box give guests a glimpse of the local culture and crafts of Davao.

Dining at Madayaw Cafe is always a treat.

made my way up into my spacious 36-square meter D’Luxe Room which has a balcony and a wonderful view of the hotel’s central lagoon-style pool.

Bright and cheerful with contemporary Thai and Filipino touches, the room features many modern amenities such as a massive LED UHD Smart TV, a multitude of USB and power outlets, fast broadband WiFi, coffee and tea-making facilities, in-room refrigerator with complimentary drinks, and a spacious bathroom complete with bidet.

D-LICIOUS CUISINE A staycation is never complete without glorious food and the

DusitD2 Davao’s all-day dining restaurant, Madayaw Cafe, offers delicious International, Filipino and Thai dishes all-day long. I was actually able to satisfy some of my craving for Thai Beef Salad, Green Chicken Curry, and Pad Thai here.

There is no question on the authenticity of the Thai dishes as DusitD2 Davao’s Thai chef is already onboard to take Thai cuisine in Davao to the next level.

The taste is definitely there as I tasted a bowl of Tom Kha Gai (Thai Chicken Coconut Soup) which was warm and soothing with a hint of spice and perfumed with lemongrass, perfect for a cold rainy evening.

D-VINE AFTERNOONS Afternoons are the best times to be seen at the Dusit D2, especially when having afternoon tea at the Siam Lounge.

Already making waves across Durianburg, the Siam Lounge’s afternoon tea set comes in a cute four-tier jewellery box with drawers filled with generous portions of savoury sandwiches, mini-cakes and pastries. All this is paired with a wide selection of TWG teas.

If tea is not your thing, then for a little extra, you can upgrade your afternoon tea set to include a free flow of sparkling white wine.

As the sun sets, the Siam Lounge is also the best spot for happy hour with its wide selection of wines and spirits. I suggest tasting any of their signature cocktails such as the Smoked Fish (a cocktail made of artisanal smoked vodka) and Anna and the King (A sweet rum-based

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Parade of culture:

THE INAUL goes beyond being just a mere fabric.

Inaul is a tradition; a way of life.

Known as the traditional woven cloth of the Maguindanaon, the Inaul has been one of the most intriguing fabrics in the world over. And coming from a family of royal lineage, I can say that the Inaul has always had its place in a pedestal since I can remember.

Wearing Inaul, in the olden days and even today, radiates a particular charm and majestic feel that elevates the status of the wearer. Cliche, yes, but this has always been true. Especially to us,

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Muslims, who have grown to respect the presence and importance of inaul. Others may raise their eyebrows, but that has always been the case for me.

Traditional inaul patterns are passed on from generation to generation. Some inaul patterns are inspired by stories and objects

while some can be inspired by emotions. And there are also special inaul patterns that can only be worn by royalty.

Inaul means ‘woven’ in the Maguindanaon dialect.

The recently concluded Insulares de Mayo held at the Insular Waterfront Hotel Davao was, to say the least, emotionally fascinating. The show not only featured dresses and gowns woven to depict our culture; it was a show that conveyed emotions. From start to finish, Insulares de Mayo got everyone on their feet in great anticipation of what’s coming out next.

Of the three part show, I was most intrigued by the last part -the Inaul Tapestry show that had Mama Renee Salud showcase her beautiful creations for everyone to appreciate. And yes, the inaul fabrics used was a big part of it.

The creations were majestic; were all divine. It showed the fluidity of the fabric and how it can be worn in today’s modern world.

Despite the modern cuts and trimmings, the whole collection boasted of a certain royal feel that only the inaul fabric has. Was I proud of how much the fabric has come? Most definitely.

True enough, Insulares de Mayo showcased a marriage of culture, tradition and yes, religion. It went beyond the usual fashion show feel and gave us an emotional show that portrayed of a journey. A journey that everyone can relate to.

Thank you, Insulares de Mayo.

Thank you, Mama Rene. Cheers to more shows.

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Pusong Pinoy sa Amerika Returns for its 15th Season on GMA Pinoy TV THE 15TH SEASON of Pusong Pinoy sa Amerika (Into the Hearts of the Filipinos in America) is set to unveil more informative and fun-filled segments to its loyal viewers beginning June 9 on GMA Pinoy TV. This season’s theme “Truth, Resilience, and Family Unity: Filipinos’ Resolve to Attain Family Reunification Amidst Tightening Immigration Policies” is prompted by the current US administration’s stricter immigration policies and changes in guidelines in the immigration system which makes reunification of families even more challenging. It is hosted by immigration lawyer Atty. Lou Tancinco and Filipino actor Eric Quizon.

The 30-minute talk show will explain the ins, outs, and inbetweens of immigration law. It will also discuss the “invisible wall” that impacts immigrants from obtaining their visas, delays in processing of visa petitions, children adoptions, child status protection act, marriages and report updates on Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA), temporary working visa, and path to naturalization, among others.

It will utilize dramatizations, animations, graphics, and engaging discussion to keep viewers informed as well as entertained.

Through its decade and a half on air, Pusong Pinoy sa Amerika has been honored with several awards including the Best Television Journalism Award from the Migration Advocacy in Media Award, and the Telly Awards for Information for the episode about DACA both in 2013. It was also given the New America Media’s Award for Outstanding Reporting on Civil Liberties Issues in Ethic Communities and the 2014 Telly

Award for Documentary for the episode devoted to Typhoon Haiyan and the immigration benefits available to its victims and for its segment on photojournalist Rick Rocamora’s coverage. In 2018, the show was also nominated for NAMIC Vision Award in the foreign language category for its segment “Iba Ang Pinoy” featuring the sad and triumphant story of a Filipino deportee.

Host Atty. Lou Tancinco is a San Francisco-based immigration lawyer who had successfully represented thousands of Filipinos with their immigration cases for over 27 years now. An advocate for immigrants’ rights for the underserved population, she also co-founded and led the 20-yearold non-profit organization Bayanihan Equity Center a.k.a.

San Francisco Veterans Equity Center that advocated, served, and continues to honor Filipino World War II veterans while writing weekly immigration columns.

Meanwhile, co-host Eric Quizon is a Filipino television and movie actor, director, producer, and writer. He has been with the show for eight seasons already.

Hit ABS-CBN movies to premiere in China HIT Filipino movies from ABS-CBN will soon make its way to China for the first time via Phoenix Movie Channel, after the network successfully inked a milestone deal with Phoenix Satellite Television, a leading entertainment group that aims to provide Chinese everywhere with high quality content.

16 ABS-CBN titles that will premiere starting September this year include Daniel Padilla and Kathryn Bernardo’s 2016 box office hit, “Barcelona: A Love Untold.”

Dramas and rom-coms that are also well recognized overseas given their international theatrical and OTT releases such as “Four Sisters and a Wedding,” “My Ex and Whys,” “You’re My Boss,” “Everything About Her,” and “Can’t Help Falling In Love,” are part of the

lineup that will soon be seen on Phoenix Movie Channel.

Phoenix is also bringing to China other rom-coms that have made a mark in Filipino pop culture for their relevant themes, like “Love You To The Stars and Back,” “Dear Other Self,” “My Perfect You,” “To Love Some Buddy,” “Can We Still Be Friends,” “Always Be My Maybe,” “The Achy Breaky Hearts,” and “First Love.”

Completing the list are restored Filipino classics, “Kasal” and “Hihintaying Kita sa Langit.”

ABS-CBN’s content, popular for their heartfelt Filipino stories, are available across other territories through ABS-CBN International Distribution, recognized in the global arena as a reliable foreign content provider. It has been a premier source of high quality Filipino pro-

gramming in over 50 territories all over the world and has sold over 50,000 hours of content worldwide. Living up to this recognition, ABS-CBN

International Distribution commits to add to its first line-up of high-caliber programs and movies with cast and storylines that appeal to various cultures.

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D-REAMY RELAXATION Dusit is famous for its spas around the world and the DusitD2 Davao is no exception with the opening of its Namm Spa. Tucked away is a quiet corner of the hotel, the DusitD2 Davao’s signature spa features three spacious private treatment rooms including one double treatment room, all equipped with shower rooms, stem bath and massage area.

The Namm Spa offers an array of massages and treatments aimed to pamper your senses. Take your pick from an invigorating Sports Massage, or a scrumptious Ube Ice Cream scrub and redefine your inner

balance and outer beauty.

I would personally recommend Namm’s Traditional Thai Massage which reduces muscle fatigue and improves flexibility.

All of Namm’s therapists were trained and certified by Dusit’s instructor so you can be sure of the authenticity and efficacy of the treatment.

As the saying goes, time flies when one is having fun, my staycation was over, but the DusitD2 Davao Hotel can be confident that I will be back for another staycation soon! *** DusitD2 Davao is currently offering a Staycation Promo for bookings made now until the 31st of July. For as low as Php15,000 nett you can stay at

Quiet time at the Namm Spa. a premium D’Luxe Room for three days and two nights. The package includes buffet breakfast for two at the Madayaw Hotel and Php2,500 food and beverage credits which can be used at the Madayaw Cafe or Siam Lounge.

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tion experience, I would suggest purchasing the Club Access upgrade for Php2,700++ per person. This upgrade allows you to have breakfast, complimentary afternoon tea and pastries, and evening canapes, wines, premium beers and cocktails at DusitD2 Davao’s chic Club

Lounge.

For more perks, try to enrol in Dusit’s frequent guest programme, Dusit Gold. Designed to reward and enrich you during every stay at Dusit’s finest participating hotels and resorts worldwide. It allows you to enjoy special additional member discounts and offers, which makes your experiences even more memorable.

Members get Dusit “Instant Delight” rewards on every stay, a dedicated member services line and check-in counter, welcome amenities, airline frequent flyer programme mileage, exclusive accommodation, dining, and spa offers, special occasion discounts and credits, and discounts on rooms and dining. Best of all sign up for Dusit Gold membership is free.

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worst outside shooting percentage in nearly a month.

And their late-game execution on both ends lagged, as they lost track of Curry and Thompson defensively and made just one �ield goal in the game’s �inal 3:20.

If even one of those factors had broken differently, Toronto would have popped champagne and started to plan the parade.

Raptors Coach Nick Nurse will remind his team that they have been steadier and more dominant in this series, and that both of their losses were largely the result of self-in�licted wounds.

With that in mind, Golden State’s comeback formula includes no margin for error, especially because Durant is done for the series. Curry, like James three years ago, must be spectacular. Thompson too. The Warriors must get quality outside shooting from their supporting cast, and Cousins must continue to pick his spots scoring inside. A

Green-led defense must keep Leonard off the free throw line and continue to challenge Toronto’s shooters.

Taken together, that’s exhausting work in a series that has already left Golden State juggling multiple injuries, including Kevon Looney’s fracture in his chest/rib cage, and obvious fatigue. It wasn’t surprising, then, that the Warriors quickly turned to Durant’s injury as a rallying point.

“We do it for Kevin,” Thompson said. “It obviously inspires you to play harder knowing your best player can’t be out there. You think of him every time you dive for a loose ball or go for a rebound, because I know him and I know how bad he wants to be out there. That’s why he was out there [in Game 5].”

The Warriors should also bene�it from a return to Oracle Arena, where they will play the �inal home game of a 47-year run in

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Oakland. Despite dropping Games 3 and 4 to Toronto in this series, Golden State is 45-10 (.818) at home in the playoffs since Coach Steve Kerr’s arrival in 2014.

“The biggest advantage is being at Oracle Arena one more time,” Curry said.

“Where our fans can really get behind us, and we’re going to have to will ourselves for another 48 minutes to stay alive. I don’t know if there’s going to be a speech in the locker room or if there’s going to need to be words at all. We understand the moment and I think we can rally, considering how the second half went tonight.”

Durant’s ill-fated return will hang over these Finals for the rest of time, but the competitiveness from both teams has been memorable too. Leonard has led jaw-dropping second-half runs, Curry scored a postseason career-high 47 points in Game 3, Thompson has hit more than his

share of timely threes, and Siakam has shown �lashes of a star-level impact.

Both teams have resisted the temptation to buckle in tense moments: Toronto when it rebounded from Game 2 with an emphatic Game 3 performance, and Golden State when it cheated death in Game 5.

“I’ve seen it over and over again,” Kerr said of his team’s resilience. “It’s not really surprising, this is who they are. They have accomplished so much over the years, and that doesn’t just happen with talent. There has to be more that goes into it, and it’s that �ight, that desire, and that ability to stay poised under pressure.”

Thanks to their 2016 collapse, the Warriors also know that a Game 6 win would shift all of the scrutiny back to the Raptors for Game 7. For a team accustomed to always being at the center of the storm, that must be an uplifting thought.

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from Cleveland, Ohio who owns a 15-1-0, win-lossdraw record since turning pro in 2004.

Farah stands the same height as Johnson but is the more active as he had just secured the Bolivian heavyweight crown with a victory over Cesar Mamani in March 2019.

The Phoenix Assassin has fought a total of 350 rounds in his 14-year pro career and totes an eyebrow-raising mark of 95 �ights, 69 wins (60 by KOs), 23 losses and 3 draws for an amazing 63% knockout win average.

Interest will also be focused on how Ifugao pugs Roy Nagulman and KJ Natuplag will perform in their quest for GBO titles as they are �ighting away from home.

Both are hoping to maintain and proudly go back to the Cordillera, carrying their individual unblemished slates against Aries Buenavidez and Joe Tejones in the 118 lb bantamweight

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and 130lb junior lightweight classes, respectively.

Flyweights Jenuel Lausa, his foe Orlie Silvestre are tangling in 8 rounds; another pair of �lyweights, Royder Borbon and Reymart Ebones collide in 6 rounds while Gabriel Dasan and Nilo Entero swap punches in the 4-round curtain raiser.

Rodis said the Thrilla in Davao �ight card, in coordination with the Of�ice of Mayor Sara Duterte and the City Government of Davao, is approved by the Games and Amusement Board headed by chairman Abraham Kahlil Mitra.

Johnson and Farah, with their respective teams, joined a motorcade around selected city streets yesterday to hype the boxing extravaganza happening on Saturday night at the Enderun tent, Azuela Cove, Lanang.

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Kalahi-CIDSS: Bridging Baganga communities B aganga, Davao Oriental – Convenience is a given for travelers in urban areas, where multi-million budget bridges connect and help bring them to their destination. On the contrary, in remote Barangay Campawan here, residents literally need to cautiously traverse on a single cable wire-bridge (with a matching wire atop for residents to hold on to) in crossing a raging river, a daily ordeal that has ended in tragedy for some.

The inconvenience that became a daily grind to the community is now a thing of the past as the Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) through Kalahi-CIDSS, funded a Hanging Cable Footbridge sub-project at PhP 2,428,541.00 with local (government) counterpart contribution (LCC) of PhP 113,787.00.

Bayanihan spirit In barangay Campawan, travelling from a certain village to the poblacion would take an hour.

Brave school children eagerly cross the river when the water level is low just to be able to attend class.

“We were hoping our government could help us by building a proper and safer bridge to prevent more accidents in our village,” said Julieto M. Songale, Kalahi-CIDSS Barangay Sub-project Management Committee (BSPMC) chair.

However, local of�icials

were unable to address the problem perennially experienced by residents because of limited resources.

When the barangay was granted funding during the 2nd cycle of Kalahi-CIDSS implementation in 2017, local of�icials and project staffs wasted no time and started to work not only for the construction of the sub-project but also in capacitating the residents as they will be on top of the implementation.

“We attended seminars organized by Kalahi-CIDSS and we were able to identify the sub-projects that address our most pressing needs,” Songale said.

The 65-linear-meter hanging bridge is a product of the collective effort of the people, demonstrating community ownership of the project.

Per program of works, the hanging bridge was expected to be completed in 120 calendar days. But community volunteers came up with a plan that would ensure the speedy and quality construction and they were able to �inish the sub-project within 114 calendar days.

Songale shared that their group actively monitored the project during the construction phase.

“Amoang gi schedule kada semana ang among monitoring ug pag trabaho para naa gyud transparency ang tanan sa progress sa sub-proyekto (We scheduled a weekly monitoring and construction to ensure

all are updated of the project’s progress).”

He added this would also ensure that the construction is according to the agreed timeline.

Positive impact “The goal of the program is to ensure sustainable development by ensuring the safety of communities and providing more income-generating opportunities as they can now conveniently transport their produce to the nearest market place,” said DSWD Regional Director Mercedita P. Jabagat.

She added that residents are now equipped with the necessary knowledge and skills to push for their own development “All the hardships that we experienced in the past are rewarded with relief now that Kalahi-CIDSS granted us a hanging bridge sub-project. More importantly, the sub-project came to fruition through the effort and massive volunteerism of the community,” said Lydia F. Lanaban, 33, member of Kalahi-CIDSS Project Preparation Team (PPT).

The 65-linear meter hanging cable footbridge is a success not only because it provided protection to the people, but it also bolstered collaboration and cooperation among the people of Campawan by coming together to make the project become a reality. (DSWD/Julie Ace Brandon F. Ramos)

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As the Warriors look to even the series at home, Klay Thompson likely needs to have a massive game. (Frank Gunn/AP)

Johnson, Farah Can the Warriors weigh-in today cheat death anew? B O AKLAND, Calif. — The Golden State Warriors were so moved by their brilliant Game 5 comeback on Monday, that Draymond Green declared it “the greatest” performance of their stellar �ive-year run in the NBA Finals.

Trailing the Toronto Raptors by six points with less than three minutes to play, Klay Thompson and Stephen Curry combined to hit three three-pointers, Green blocked a potential game-winner at the buzzer, and the defending champs celebrated the improbable end to a tragic night that saw Kevin Durant lost to an Achilles’ injury. Golden State staved off elimination, narrowing Toronto’s series lead to 3-2 and forcing a Game 6

at Oakland’s Oracle Arena on Thursday.

“We could have thrown in the towel,” Green said.

“We could have folded, but we didn’t. I said it before: I’ve never seen this group fold.

And that stands true still.”

The tricky thing about digging out of a 3-1 de�icit, though, is that it takes a lot more than one legendary performance. LeBron James needed three masterpieces to lead the 2016 Cleveland Cavaliers to the only 3-1 Finals comeback in NBA history. In Game 5, he posted 41 points, 16 rebounds and seven assists. In Game 6, 41 points, eight rebounds and 11 assists. In Game 7, he �inished with 27 points, 11 rebounds, and 11 assists, plus an all-time chase-down

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block on Andre Iguodala for good measure.

Golden State, in other words, still has plenty of work to do in this series.

The natural inclination following Game 5 was to focus on the huge thing that went wrong for the Warriors, namely Durant’s devastating injury. As Game 6 approaches, it’s instructive to note how many little things went right for Golden State during its 106-105 victory.

Curry and Thompson were both red hot, combining for 12 three-pointers.

Durant’s �irst-half cameo was crucial to re-instilling Golden State’s customary swagger. DeMarcus Cousins offered strong contributions for the �irst time since Game

2. Green, in addition to his timely stop, hit two huge three-pointers after enduring a cold postseason. And they skirted disaster when the Raptors couldn’t make them pay for an inexplicable over-and-back violation in the game’s �inal minute.

The Warriors also bene�ited from numerous Raptors shortcomings. Kawhi Leonard nearly sealed Toronto’s �irst title by hitting four straight shots in the fourth quarter, but he shot poorly from the �ield and uncharacteristically committed �ive turnovers. Forward Pascal Siakam looked bothered by Durant’s length early and never got on track.

The Raptors shot just 8 of 32 on three-pointers, their

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oth expressing con�idence he will be the better man left standing in the ring after the 12-round GBO world heavyweight title bout tomorrow night, gladiators Ron Johnson and Saul Farah will lead the powerhouse cast of boxers in today’s Thrilla in Davao weigh-in cum press conference (Friday morning) at the Crevice Hotel.

With GAB of�icials presiding the 10am traditional rites, Davao Thrilla promoter RED Boxing Int’l chairman Rey Rodis ventured saying the eventual victor might have a chance of earning a title �ight with newly minted WBO, WBA and IBF king Andy Ruiz.

“Well, in boxing anything can happen,” said Rodis, referring to Ruiz’ shock knockout win over the highly favored defending titlist Anthony Joshua of UK.

Rodis said the 6’5” Briton slugger may have underestimated the power and determination of the �labby Mexican warrior who toted an almost impeccable 32-1 tally.

“A uni�ication bout with GBO may be possible even if my suggestion may sound remote,” added Rodis whose Los Angeles based promotions agency led by son Rey “Cacoi” Rodis (President/ CEO) is GBO’s partner in launching the initial event in the calendar of the GBO Asia Paci�ic Championship Boxing Caravan in the Philippines and Asia.

Johnson may have a slight ring rust owing to his nearly two years of inactivity but the man they call “The American Dream” shrugged off the insinuation.

“I’ve never felt better prepared than this one,” said the 5’10” orthodox boxer

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he Metro Davao Tenpin Bowlers Association (METBA) sent out three of its best bets in the ongoing Philippine International Open 2019 tenpin bowling championships which started last June 1 at the Coronado Lanes, Starmall EDSA, Mandaluyong City.

Metba president lawyer Joseph Flores bared that JM Sia, JV Flores and veteran bowler lawyer Art Gamolo have raised Metba's banner in the national competition which attract-

ed 400 bowlers from all over the country.

The Metba executive said Sia and Flores will test their mettle in the youth boys division 20 years old and under while Gamolo was currently playing in the open seniors division.

Flores, meanwhile, is elated with his members for constantly joining national competitions aside from their weekly and monthly tournaments in Davao City.

Last May, Metba took

METBA members JM Sia, JV Flores and association president lawyer Joseph Flores readies for the Philippine International Open tenpin bowling championships which

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Chester Saldua was at the right place and at the right time, cleaning up Mark Yee’s miss for the go-ahead bucket.

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e i g n i n g Southern division champion Davao Occidental Tigers narrowly escaped with a hard-earned 84-82 win over a tough Zamboanga-Family’s Brand Sardines in the season opener of the MPBL on Wednesday night at the SM Mall of Asia Arena.

“They gave us a good �ight. I expected that. Looks like we have a lot to work on. We need more time to jell,” said Davao Occidental head coach Don Dulay.

With the game tied at 82-all and just 23 seconds left on the clock, Chester Saldua was at the right place and at the right time, cleaning up Mark Yee’s miss for the go-ahead bucket.

Saldua, who previously played for Saint Benilde, Letran, and Perpetual, had 15 points and seven rebounds.

“I just try to �it guys into our system.

[Marco] Balagtas, Saldua, they are �ighters,” said Dulay about his new pieces.

“They understand what I want, it’s just them understanding each other at this point.”

Off a timeout, former NU Bull-

dog Med Salim had a clean look. But little did he know that Billy Robles was lurking around as he swatted away his shot.

Robles, a Datu Cup Mythical Team member, tallied 14 points and seven rebounds.

Though Zamboanga was able to regain possession, Raffy Reyes’ two attempts from deep was not able to �ind the hole.

It was a nip and tuck affair all game long that saw 11 lead changes and nine ties.

Harold Arboleda paced Zamboanga with 24 points, 10 rebounds, seven assists, and two steals. Leo De Vera, a former Bacoor Striker, added 15 points and 11 rebounds.

The Scores: Davao Occidental 84 — Saldua 15, Robles 14, Balagtas 12, Ludovice 11, Calo 8, Albo 8, Terso 7, Custodio 4, Raymundo 3, Yee 2, Forrester 0, Mocon 0.

Zamboanga 82 — Arboleda 24, De Vera 15, Salim 12, Reyes 11, Juntilla 10, Nalos 6, Cudal 2, Costelo 2, Santos 0, Rono 0, Jumao-as 0, Ignacio 0.

Quarterscores: 20-17, 32-36, 5852, 84-82.