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CAGAYAN DE ORO CITY - The Department of Social Welfare and Development is reminding the public, especially the beneficiaries of the Pantawid Pamilyang Pilipino Program (4Ps) that no political candidate or incumbent politicians can enroll and include poor families to or delist them from the Program. According to Nestor B. Ramos, Regional Director of the DSWD Field Office X, said that only the agency can include poor families to the Program, and can delist beneficiaries from it. “The Pantawid Pamilyang Pilipino Program is a poverty reduction initiative of the national government. It is being implemented with other national government agencies and with nongovernment organizations and civil society groups which are helping us monitor the implementation of the program. Our political candidates have no hold in the inclusion and exclusion processes of 4Ps,” Ramos explains. He further stated that the DSWD no longer enroll families to the program since it has already conducted its second round President Rodrigo Roa Duterte at the 116th Labor Day Celebration - President Rodrigo Roa Duterte shows a gesture household assessment last of respect as he takes center stage during the 116th Labor Day Celebration at the IEC Convention Center in Cebu See candidates, page 11

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DepEd Sec appeals higher pay, no tax for teachers in poll duties By Ma. Teresa Montemayor

MANILA -- Department of Education Secretar y (DepEd) Secretary Leonor Briones has petitioned to the Commission on Elections (Comelec) for the

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increase of honoraria and allowances and withholding tax exemption on the compensation of teachers who will serve in the upcoming May 14 Barangay (village) and Sanggunian Kabataan (SK) polls.

“DepEd teachers and personnel have long been at the forefront of every electoral exercise in the country; with their immense experience in carrying out this enormous task in clustered precincts of huge populations, we

deem that evaluation and discussion on the possible increase in honoraria and allowance are just and necessary,” Briones said in a statement on Thursday. Briones said no poll honoraria were ever subjected

to income tax prior to the effectivity of Republic Act No. 10756, or the Election Service Reform Act (ESRA); thus it is fitting for DepEd teachers and personnel to “truly benefit from their See appeals, page 11

DAVAO C I T Y – T h e Presidential Communications Operations Office (PCOO) on Thursday, May 3, launched a media hub which aims to strengthen its communication services in Mindanao. The launching of the Mindanao Media Hub was led by PCOO Secretary Martin Andanar along with Special Assistant to the President Christopher “Bong” Go, who delivered a message during the event. “It is timely that we have finally decided to build a new hub here in Davao, particularly in Mindanao,” Go said in his message during the hard hat ceremony. “This will be the first time in our country that radio, TV, print, wire service, intra-personal communication, online, and new media be under one group,” he added. Go stressed that the expansion and improvement of state-run media agencies by the PCOO is a testament to President Rodrigo Duterte’s commitment to serve the Filipino people better especially the Mindanaoans. “We will now have a full and rightful information and coverage we deserve,” he said. See launches, page 11

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AFP, LCEs gear up campaign against proliferation of loose FAs in LanaoNorte By Lorry V. Gabule

LANAO DEL NORTE, -Local government units in the different municipalities of Lanao del Norte have responded to President Rodrigo R. Duterte’s dream of a gunless and peaceful Mindanao. A total of 535 assorted high and low powered loose firearms (FAs) were turned-in and received at the headquarter of the 2ndmechanized Brigade. All these coming from the 18 municipalities in Lanao del Norte and the presence of the local chief executives (LCEs) showed a simple manifestation of their support to various endeavors of the 2nd Mech Brigade. The peace covenant signed by Tagoloan political candidates pledged for free, orderly, honest, peaceful, and cred- Within 27 days of camible elections. (AJacob/PIA LDN)

JRBGH records P55.9M 1Q income CAGAYAN DE ORO CITY -- JR Borja General Hospital (JRBGH) reports their substantial hospital income increase and collections recorded in the first quarter of 2018. Dr. Ramon Nery, office in charge of JRBGH, said that almost P55.9 million was recorded from the income and collections in January to March 31 this

year, compared to the P25.5 million of the same months last year. The significant increase came from the number of clients who are named to be LGU-sponsored beneficiaries and regular PhilHealth members. The city government aims to give all residents of the city the health

CAGAYAN DE ORO CITY -- The annual medical profiling of City Health Insurance Office (CHIO) started on April 24 at Barangay Carmen, here, as part of the requirements of the Primary Care Benefit of PhilHealth. The profiling will start at 8:00 AM and the cut-off is at 2:00 PM. Such activity was initiated at Barangay

Consolacion on April 26 while on May 3, the activity will be held at Barangay Patag. Dr. William Bernardo, officer in-charge of CHIO, said that this is an annual duty of their personnel to verify the health status of the residents in every barangay. It is also where the city

CAGAYAN DE ORO CITY -- A group of delegates from Davao Oriental recently visited the city to learn about the Automated Business Permit and Licensing System of the city government. The study tour was supported by the Department of Trade and Industry (DTI), Department of the Interior and Local Govern-

ment (DILG), Cagayan de Oro Trade and Investment Promotions Center and the City Treasurers Office. When Cagayan de Oro became a national awardee last year in the 6th awards for Excellence in Information and Communication Technology (ICT) for Local Government Units also

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paign, along with the village heads in these towns, we gathered together all LCEs in the Province, including the City of Iligan, and we had our Executive Session focusing on the efforts to stop the proliferation of loose firearms, said Col Robert C Dauz, commander of the Joint Task Force Lanao del Norte, who is also the commander of 2ndMechanized Infantry Brigade. In a simple ceremony held at their respective town hall within the period of the turn-over, local officials handed over loose firearms, ammunitions and magazines, including explosives, to MGen Roseller G. Murillo, commander of the Joint Task Force ZAMPELAN, See campaign, page 10

Mega Job Fair in Cagayan de Oro generates on the spot employment

CAGAYAN DE ORO CITY -- The mega job fair in Cagayan de Oro City on May 1-2, 2018 aimed to generate on the spot employment and contribute to the country’s goal of not less than seven million until 2022. This was reiterated by Labor Assistant Secretary Maria Gloria Tango during the opening program of the job fair. She said that in the Philippines, 16 regions are celebrating Labor Day with a total of 37 sites conducting job fair. “The commitment of the job fair is to generate employment of not less than seven million until 2022,” she added. Total of 14,975 jobs had been offered to job seekers in the two-day Labor Day job through Department of Labor and Employment (DOLE), in partnership with Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) and Technical Education and Skills Development Authority (TESDA). With the aim of giving jobs to unemployed, the job fair was held at the Limketkai Atrium. Together with this was the holding of the free enrolment of technical vocation skills training by TESDA and Diskwento Caravan and Livelihood and Business Fair by DTI. Out of the 14,975 vacant

Department of Labor and Employment together with Department of Trade and Industry, Technical Education Skills Development Authority and partner agencies cuts ribbon to officially open the two day Mega Job Fair at the Atrium, Limketkai Center on 1 May 2018. (Janina Jajalla/PIA10 intern)

jobs offered, 7,602 were local jobs, 5,139 overseas employment and 2,234 government vacancies. Among the local works offered, carpentry topped the most in-demand job with 1000 vacancies. At 8:00 a.m., DOLE has already started to accept applicants pre-registered on April 21-27 while walk-in applicants were accepted at 9:00 a.m. A total of 3,936 job applicants came to fish for work as of 11:00 a.m. 3,396 looked for local vacancies as 540 searched for an overseas work. As of 4:00 p.m., the

job seekers accelerated to 4,668. In an interview, job hunter Christian Mark Catallus, 23, a resident of Iligan City and a graduate of Industrial technology, shared that he is looking for a company that can improve his skills, challenge his professionalism and has nice benefits as he can offer his skills learned at school. “Dili nako first time magjoin ani…Murag nabaguhan ko kay, syempre, wa koy kaila, ako ra isa. (It is not my first time to join… I’m somehow feeling new

because, of course, I don’t know anyone, it’s just me…),” Catallus said. Further, Chelsea Rapanot, a recruitment officer of Azpired, stated that one should have good communication and interpersonal skills to be qualified as a customer service representative. Meanwhile, according to Mildred Dablio, labor Information officer, the number of the hired-onthe-spot applicants went to 132 while there were 2,414 who were set for further interview. (Claire Gigje/ PIA10 Intern)

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Immunization vs measles, rubella starts May 9 in GenSan GENERAL SANTOS CITY -- The city government is all set for the month-long supplemental immunization campaign for measles and rubella that will formally start on Wednesday, May 9. Dr. Rochelle Oco, head of the City Health Office (CHO), said Friday their vaccination teams have finalized their preparations for the massive immunization drive in all of the city’s 26 barangays. She said their vaccinators have conducted assessments and initial visits to prospective households ahead of the scheduled immunization activity, which will run until June 8. She said children aged five years-old and below who were not vaccinated

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in the last four weeks are eligible for immunization. “We will conduct houseto-house visits if necessary to ensure that all eligible children will be covered,” she said. Oco said the city was chosen by the Department of Health (DOH) as site for the launching in Mindanao

of the nationwide immunization drive. She said DOH Secretary Francisco Duque and other officials have confirmed to attend the activity, which will kick off with a motorcade to help drum up support and participation from local residents. The official urged parents and caregivers to allow their children to undergo vaccination for measles and rubella, which is also known as German measles, to provide them with immunity against infections. She said the viral diseases could trigger complications like pneumonia and encephalitis that could lead to deaths. These diseases could also affect adults but noted that children and infants

The Importance of Global Literature By Arlene A. Miquiabas, Teacher –lll Kibatang National High School

Educators are well aware that integrating children’s or young adult literature across the curriculum can support content learning and facilitate discussion about social and ethical issues, human behaviors and controversial topics. Both multicultural literature and global literature can foster empathy and tolerance while addressing issues of oppression and prejudice;

most multicultural literature exemplifies diverse cultural groups. Global literature generally refers to books that are international either in topic, or origin of publication, or author. These books are often translated from the original language. Global literature has the potential to support students’ international understandings and their ability to make sense of

the world. In the United States only about 5 percent of children’s literature is published internationally, compared with many other countries where 20 to 35 percent of children’s book originate outside their borders ( Yokota & Teale, 2016). Hence, it is vital that teachers not only in US should integrate global literature into core subjects, literature circles, read-aloud, classroom and school libraries.

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are more vulnerable to infections and possible complications, she said. Since January, CHO’s epidemiology and surveillance unit already recorded a total of 44 suspected measles cases, placing the city in the alert threshold based on its five-year data. Raffy Piamonte, surveillance nurse, said three of these cases were confirmed as measles, which is considered endemic in the area. Barangay Labangal re-

corded the most number of suspected measles cases with seven, followed by Barangays Fatima, Calumpang and Dadiangas West with five each. Oco assured that the vaccines provided by the DOH are proven and tested as safe and long been used in the country without any problem. She issued the assurance in the wake of the controversy on the anti-dengue vaccine Dengvaxia, which

was blamed for a number of supposed deaths in Luzon and Metro Manila following vaccination. “The possible complications from measles infection are more dangerous rather than the expected side effects that may be caused by the vaccine,” she said. Oco added that parents and caregivers who have doubts may ask health workers regarding their concerns and proper guidance. (MindaNews)

Is Child Labor could be an Excuse to Absenteeism in School? By Werlyn Pontillas Estenzo, Teacher -3 Manuto Elementary School Manuto Quezon, Bukidnon

We have the so-called acceptable and unacceptable reason for student absences, but speaking of child labor it did not belonged. So, if parents would say that my son/ daughter is absent from the class because of work is not a valid excuse. Parents/guardians, let’s not lost sight of the fact, that attendance is an important factor in school success among children and youth. Studies show that better attendance is related to higher academic achievement for students of all backgrounds, but particularly for children

with lower socio-economic status. Beginning in kindergarten, students who attend school regularly score higher on tests than their peers who are frequently absent. Chronic truancy (frequent unexcused absence) is a strong predictor of undesirable outcomes in adolescence, including academic failure, dropping out of school, substance abuse, gang involvement, and criminal activity. However, chronic absence (regardless of reason) is increasingly identified as an important “early warning sign” that a student is at risk for school failure and early dropout.

Chronic absenteeism is usually defined as missing ten precents or more of school days. Unfortunately, few school districts currently have the capacity to analyse or shall I say maybe fails or wasn’t able to analyse attendance data to identify those students who are chronically absent. Many factors can contribute to student absenteeism. Family health or financial concerns, poor school climate, drug and alcohol use, transportation problems, and differing community attitudes towards education are among the conditions that are often associated with a child’s frequent absence from school.

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Wealthy foreigners, dirt poor Filipinos INSPIRASYON SA BUHAY: “… `Sapagkat alam ko ang aking mga panukala para sa inyo,’ ayon sa Panginoon, `mga panukalang magpapaginhawa at hindi pipinsala sa inyo, mga panukalang magbibigay sa inyo ng pag-asa at kinabukasan’…” (Jeremias 29:11, Bibliya). -oooWEALTHY FOREIGNERS, DIRT POOR FILIPINOS: Rich and wealthy foreigners, Filipinos living in abject poverty, right here in our own country. This is the unmistakable truth that stares everyone in the face in the Philippines today. The question is, is this something unusual or extraordinary? The answer is no, if one is

a reader and a believer of the Christian Bible. The fact is that, domination of any country’s economy (not just the Philippine economy) by foreigners--and not just by ethnic Chinese---is actually written in the Bible, particularly in its Deuteronomy 28:15, 43-44. What do these verses say? Deuteronomy 28:15 lays out the general prediction. It says: “However, if you no longer listen to God or you no longer obey His commands, all of these curses will come upon you and overtake you…” -oooSURE FIRE STEPS TOWA R D S F I NA N C IA L

BOOM: On the other hand, we find some of these curses specifically spelled out in Deuteronomy 28:43-44: “The foreigners who reside among you will rise above you higher and higher, but you will sink lower and lower. They will lend to you, but you will not lend to them. They will be the head, but you will be the tail…” The question right now is this: can ethnic Filipinos ever regain the Philippine economy for themselves so that, like the foreigners who live or reside among them, they, too, can become billionaires, in US dollars yet? The answer is yes, they can, but they must realize

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that the first real step to economic wealth is sincere and true spiritual rebirth and transformation. The fact is that, many native Filipinos have tried almost everything to become wealthy, and they have been trying to do so over a long period of time now, to no avail (to use a cliché). I am convinced that, at this point, those without any foreigner’s blood running in their veins can try some Biblical prescriptions on how to become successful and prosperous, and see what will happen next. See filipinos, page 11

Letters from Davao

Saving our OFWs THE diplomatic ties between Kuwait and the Philippines is in a litmus test, so to speak. This, after a helpless and hopeless domestic helper was rescued by elements of the Embassy without coordinating with the local authorities, video recorded the operation and then broadcasted the episode for reasons which can only be descrbed as sublime idiocy. Since nobody wants to own responsibility, Pres. Rodrigo Duterte took the cudgels but deeply disturbed by yet another OFW’s life was in peril he begged the Overseas Filipino Workers in Kuwait to come home. The critics of Duterte, long hankering for issues to diminish the trust and popularity of the President, suddenly emerged from the catacombs, feast on the issue like hungry hyenas. That should make them salivate

and happy for now. We knew for a fact that Kuwait employs about 250,000 OFWs. Contrary to general perception that they are mostly domestic helpers, a large number of them are in Iraqi’s vital oil and construction industries, help man health and other technical services. I would like to believe that employing Filipinos is not only on account of the OFWs industry and capability but at one time in the most critical balance in the history of Kuwait, the Philippines sent an armed contingent to help them fight against the invading forces of Iraq and help in the restoration of peace and stability in the Gulf states, Kuwait included. That, for me, was the tie that binds the two distant countries. There were impulsive acts, knee-jerk reactions but when passions settle down, sober talks and

rational decisions have to be made. The reciprocal sacrifices and favors are etched in the history of both countries. If President Duterte appeals to OFWs to consider coming home, I want to believe that it is on account of an impending shortage of skilled labor and engineers given the mega-infrastructure projects which will be implemented soon under the Build Build Build program of the Duterte administration. The Philippines is in the fulcrum of shifting geo-politics in Asia. It has slowly weaned itself from the umbilical cord of mother America and stands shoulder-to-shoulder with China, Russia, Japan and remains a steadfast member of the ASEAN. The dramatic growth of China and the sustained economy of Japan plus new-found friendly relations with Rus-

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sia open brighter prospects for OFWs. There is reason to recall our OFWs. Years back, then Pres. Gloria Macapagal Arroyo wanted to recall domestic helpers so that under TESDA they can be retrained and to upgrade their skills. This, on account of the fact that our DH are English speaking and the children of their employers are taught by them not only English but Arithmetic. The program however was objected to by labor groups and nongovernment organizations for the flimsy reason that the DH will be displaced. It was grand stupidity. This time, however, the See ofw, page 11

Think A Minute

Safe Passage Think a minute… Have you noticed the different kinds of gravestones in cemeteries? In certain Pacific Island countries, they even have the gravestones of their family members right in front of their house. There are all styles and sizes of gravestones: from simple, small piles of stone to huge, majestic tombs with ornate headstones and decorations. Do you know what the largest gravestones in the world are? They are the pyramids of Egypt, built over 4,000 years ago. The gravestone and pyramid of one King is almost 500 feet tall and has over 2 million huge stones. Each stone

weighs 4,000 pounds or more. The kings of Egypt spent most of their life using thousands of men to build their gravestones! They were so afraid and desperate to do everything they could to prepare and make sure they lived a safe and happy life after death. They had most of their money and treasures buried with them. They even had their wives and servants killed and buried with them so they wouldn’t be alone in their life after death. But we can work all our life like those Egyptian kings to get as much money as possible, or positions of power and respect, educa-

tion, even becoming religious and good; yet in the end, all these things just crumble like gravestones and pyramids. The moment we die, all of our works and achievements are totally useless to us. Just like our gravestone cannot help us in our life after death. Jesus Christ said that’s why He came: to become our only safe passage and way through death. Then He proved it to us by being the only one in history who could die and be buried for 3 days and still bring Himself back to life. The Creator of life Himself is the only one who can get you and me safely through death to

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enjoy life with Him forever. And Jesus promised if we will love Him and live His way, He will lead us safely not only through this life, but also into our eternal life with Him after we die. The good news is He promised it is never too late to become His child. So we would be safe and smart to ask Him today to take full control of our life—for the rest of our life. Just Think a Minute…

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How Important the Brigada Eskwela in all Schools? By Arnold D. Tagud Teacher III- Dalag-ayan Elementary School Libona Dsitrict I

Article II Secion 17, 1987 Constitution states that “The State shall give priority to education, science and technology, arts, culture, and sports to foster patriotism and nationalism, accelerate social progress, and promote total human liberation and development.” This statement was flourished in every mind of every Filipinos around the globe. However, unlike the other agency, DepEd does not met the required requirements every year to sustain the needs of educations specially in the school buildings, repairs and maintenance and so on. It is sad to note but it is true in all. This was noted through the common issues thrown which is also notice and seems a lacking of priority in education in the country. Yes, there were programs initiated to fill-in the needs of the schools throughout the country and that’s the rebirth of Brigada Eskwela, as a yearly advocacy of the Department. Brigada Eskwela is an activity that requires everyone to join in the noble cause of preparing the school for its opening along with the school-children and staff,

together with the community and other stakeholders. It is a Bayanihan for School, which is one of the preserves Filipino cultural values. The success of its implementation lies in the collaborative effort of school heads, private partners, local government units, and the community members, including parents and students. The lack of resources in terms of financial and assistances aided by the government was attributed by the community members, private sectors, BGU, LGU and NGO’s for the realization of the program and to augment the needs of every school in the country that government could not deliver the aided programs as it wanted. Brigada Eskwela is the maneuvering activity in creating strong bond with the school, community and other stakeholders in order to create a better living of school-children while they stay for a year in school and for the future comes. Throughout the years, the spirit of volunteerism in Brigada Eskwela has reached more people in the communities who wanted to serve voluntarily and wanted to become an exemplar of being an agent of change.

The vision, mission shared by all results greatness of a noble cause, and that is to aid the needs of the school in the current state, preparedness for the opening of the class, to cut-out the old scenario of school activity especially on the beginning of the school, to hold on with the excitement of the students to attend on the first day of school and to start right away the school with a pleasant class discussion. Though, not all of us realize our role as partners of the government in creating positive change in society. More often than not, we are quick to point out the diseases of our country, yet we only wait for the government to act on them. We either fail to recognize the opportunities we have to contribute to the cure of these diseases, or we turn a blind eye on them because taking part involves change that may inconvenience us. Let us not sit idle and wait for the grace to come. We should act in order to fill in the needs. Government are not super heroes they could not give what we wanted in a second while waiting for the minutes to make things right, act right now while waiting for greatness of aid to come.

Environmental Management Bureau (EMB)-10 Regional Director Sabdullah C. Abubacar (standing) welcomes the participants to the EMB National Management Conference on May 2, 2018 in Cagayan de Oro City. Director Abubacar highlights the accomplishments of EMB 10 such as the installment and operationalization of Differential Optical Absorption Spectroscopy equipment which measure real-time ambient air quality and implementation of Carbon Sink Program. (RPAO # 05-124-2018)

Every Child Deserves - A Quality Education By Werlyn Pontillas Estenzo, Teacher -3 Manuto Elementary School Manuto Quezon, Bukidnon

An estimated several thousands of children in Mindanao’s remote barangays attend schools without the benefit of having a good classroom facility. In emerging markets, communities and villages, children continue to experience oppression by not having the opportunity of receiving a quality basic education and support. These conditions bear witness to the persistent imposition of oppression. What message are we sending our children? That they are not worthy of a basic & simple infrastructure. That they cannot be allowed

the freedom to dream of a better way of learning, and a better way of life? Enough is enough! It is time for decisive leadership and immediate action. James D. Wolfson, former President of the World Bank said that the only effective means of breaking the cycle of poverty is through education. The quality of education offered today, instead of building confidence, literacy and dignity, often adds little value and holds children back. We must no longer accept a child’s educational experience being prejudiced by the lack

of a most basic piece of educational infrastructure – so critical to their literacy development and academic performance. All children everywhere deserve a quality education which is one of their fundamental human rights. The ability to read and write; laying a foundation for a future without poverty, hunger or disease. Our future and the success of future generations depend on this. If we each do our little bit of good where we are; those little bits of good put together overwhelm the world – as each of us is indeed made for goodness, and our children for greatness!

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China, Japan develop aerotrain DOLE denies PLDT plea running 400-500 km/hour

BEIJING -- A high-speed aerotrain that could run 400 km. to 500 km. per hour is being developed by China and Japan in a joint effort, Chinese media Chongqing Morning Post reported. The aerotrain does not run on traditional fuel resources, such as coal, gas or electricity, and is expected to change the world's transportation system, according to experts. Trial manufacturing and test runs of the first and second generation aerotrain have been conducted in Japan, said Lai Chenguang, a professor of Chongqing University of Technology, who participates in the project. The train will be fully powered by natural energy, reducing costs while improving speed, he noted. “If the train runs at a speed of 500 km. per hour, the energy it consumes is only one-third of that consumed by current high-speed trains, and one-sixth of the maglev trains,” Lai said.

The same directive also applies to El Grande Messengerial Services, Inc., Fastel Services Inc., Goodline Staffers and Allied Services, Inc., Implicare International Management Resources Inc., Information Professionals, Inc., Iplus Intelligent Network, Inc., JFM Installation and Telecom Services, Inc., LBP Service Corporation, MD Tambungui Specialists Inc., MG Exeo Network Inc., Meralco Industrial Engineering Services Corporation, MIROF Resources Inc., Proserve Multi Resources Specialists Inc., Searchers and Staffers Corporation, Serveflex Inc., Sitefel Marketing, Software Laboratories, SPi CRM, Inc., Tejo Management Services, Inc., Transbio Incorporated, Trends and Technologies and Service Maintenance, Unison System Computer, Inc., Upsight Construction Inc., and We Support Inc. Regional Directors were ordered to initiate the appropriate proceedings against erring contractors based on the issued resolution. The officers of the said contractors are prohibited from operating a

The new design of an annular spoiler is a major highlight of the aerotrain. Different from the traditional, vertical spoilers which tend to produce unstable airflow, the annular spoiler can increase the lift-drag ratio by 30 to 40 percent,

vastly improving the operation stability. In addition, the load capacity of the train will also be enhanced, thanks to the new design. Based on aerodynamic studies, the Chongqing University of Technology

has furthered the research and has since made the third generation model of the train “LOOP”. Lai said the zero-pollution train is seemingly impossible to manufacture, but it is actually achievable. (CHINA PLUS)

The resolution of the labor department for the regularization of 7,306 workers of the Philippine Long Distance Telephone Company (PLDT) is now final and executory. Labor Secretary Silvestre Bello III has denied PLDT’s motion for reconsideration on its resolution issued last January 10, 2018 directing the company and its contractors to grant their employees regular employment status and pay workers’ monetary benefits amounting to P 51.6 million. In a resolution signed on April 24, Bello dismissed PLDT and its 35 contractors’ appeal for lack of merit while the four of its contractors’ appeal were granted. DOLE reiterated its directive for contractors found to be labor-only contractors to cease and desist from further engaging in contracting activities including Activeone Health Inc, Aremay Enterprise, BBS-VPN Allied Services Corporation Philippines, Best Options Assistance, Inc., Comworks Inc.; Consolidated Management Resources; Curo Teknika, Inc., and Diar’s Assistance, Inc.

PHP57 million in the same period in 2017. Despite this, the firm noted that it still sees “modest growth” in both its generation and distribution businesses. Antonio Moraza, Aboitiz Power president, said the firm is optimistic to see improvements in plant reliability and availability, which, according to him, had significant financial contributions to the firm. “We will continue improving our power plants, and invest in technologies to

also improve services of our distribution utilities,” he said. At present, Aboitiz Power has distribution utilities operating across the country. Moraza added that the company will complete several other power plant projects this year to add to those already in operation. Meanwhile, for the first quarter, the firm’s capacity sold have increased by 22 percent, from 2,630 megawatts in the same period in 2017, to 3,215 megawatts. The increased number of

contracts have contributed to this increase, Aboitiz Power said. The firm’s “attributable sales” in the distribution group for the first quarter was 1,298 gigawatt-hours.

This is 7 percent higher from the first quarter of 2017. Higher electricity sales across all customer segments contributed to the increase in the firm’s EBITDA (earnings before

interest, taxes, depreciation and amortization). Consolidated EBITDA for distribution business was PHP1.8 billion, 4 percent higher compared to same period in 2017. (PNA)

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registered projects in April amounting to PHP19.05 billion. Rodolfo mentioned that the PHP5.2-billion Parañaque Integrated Terminal Exchange, a public-private partnership project of MWM Terminals, Inc. was the largest single project that was approved last month. “The additional projects registered in April may be moderate but over the coming months, we express confidence more investors will continue to come in and make up for the shortfall. We also expect that foreign direct investments will pick up as its outlook is always

long-term, which will generate more jobs and business opportunities,” Trade Secretary and BOI Chairman Ramon Lopez said, on the other hand. By sector, majority of the investment approvals in January to April were in energy with a total value of PHP165.5 billion. This was followed by transportation and storage sector with projects amounting to PHP37.5 billion; manufacturing, with investment approvals of PHP15.9 billion; water supply, sewerage and waste management sector at PHP13.9 billion; and real estate at PHP12.7 billion. (PNA)

On the other hand, the Philippine Stock Exchange index (PSEi) lost 2.60 percent, or 200.97 points, to 7,535.10 points. All of the indices tracked the main gauge, with the broader All Shares down by 2.06 percent, or 96.60 points, to 4,602.48 points. Holding Firms registered the biggest drop at 3.47 per-

cent followed by Financials, 2.61 percent; Industrial, 1.70 percent; Services, 1.64 percent; Property, 1.44 percent; and Mining and Oil, 0.63 percent. Volume for the day reached 1.14 billion shares amounting to PHP7.212 billion. Losers led gainers at 128 to 50, while 52 shares remained unchanged. (PNA)

SPEED. A model of the aerotrain, which will run 400-500 kilometers per hour, is being developed by China and Japan. Fueled by natural gas, the envisioned speedy aerotrain is expected to change the world’s transportation system. (Photo by people.cn)

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Aboitiz Power Q1 consolidated income down 9% By Ma. Cristina Arayata

MANILA -- Aboitiz Power on Thursday announced that its consolidated net income for the first quarter of 2018 is 9 percent lower from the same period last year. First quarter’s consolidated net income slipped to only PHP4 billion from PHP4.4 billion last year. The firm pointed out the non-recurring foreign exchange losses on dollar denominated liabilities of PHP1.2 billion, against the non-recurring loss of

Knowing Most Serious Problems in Schools By Werlyn Pontillas Estenzo, Teacher -3 Manuto Elementary School Manuto Quezon, Bukidnon

Are schools providing a safe haven in which learning can occur? Concern over this question led to the establishment of the education’s goal, that “every school will be free of drugs and violence and will offer a disciplined environment conducive to learning.” The Schools and Staffing Survey (SASS), conducted by school authorities, asked teachers and principals their view of problems in their schools. When asked about a range of school problems including absenteeism, stu-

dent drug abuse, and physical conflicts among students, teachers and principals could respond that each problem was either a serious problem, moderate problem, minor problem, or not a problem in their schools. One out of every four public school teachers cited lack of parent involvement as a serious problem in their schools. This problem was also described as “serious” by 4.3 percent of private school teachers. Among both public and private school teachers, this problem topped the list in the percentage of teachers

who rated it as a serious problem in their schools. Secondary teachers were more likely than elementary teachers to report lack of parent involvement as a serious problem in their schools. School principals agreed that lack of parent involvement was one of the most serious school problems. Among public school principals, poverty was described as a “serious” problem as often as lack of parent involvement. Private school principals cited poverty as a “serious” problem somewhat more often than they cited lack of parent involvement.

BOI okays P196-B projects in Jan-April ‘18 MANILA -- The Board of Investments (BOI) has approved a total of PHP195.7-billion worth of projects in the January to April period, the investment promotion agency reported Thursday. Investment approvals in BOI in the first four months of the year increased by 28 percent from PHP153.1-billion worth of pledges in the same period a year ago. Trade Undersecretary and BOI Managing Head Ceferino Rodolfo cited that Philippine Airlines, Inc.’s six air transport projects were the highest

Peso rises, local stocks down again By Filane Mikee Cervantes

MANILA -- The Philippine peso finished stronger against the greenback on Thursday but local stocks went the other direction, falling again by more than 2 percent at the end of the trading session. The local currency closed the day at 51.67 from 51.86 a day ago.

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Globe At Home features Filipino comedian Kiray in new #PlayItRight video to combat piracy

Globe At Home launched recently a new educational video under its #PlayItRight campaign to increase public awareness against the dangers of consuming pirated movies, whether through video streaming or downloading via torrent from websites that are not authorized to distribute copyrighted content. Martha Sazon, Senior Vice President for Globe Broadband Business, said that internet users in the Philippines should know that not all content in the internet are legal and safe. “We want to inform every netizen that watching content using illegitimate sources is an illegal act and can put one at risk of possible malware attacks,” Sazon explained. The new #PlayItRight video shows local celebrity Kiray comparing the poor quality of movies using an illegitimate source against the better quality of a legitimate source. Kiray then enumerates the different types of malware that can harm the device or the user. Malware or malicious software is any piece of software that intends to corrupt data, harm devices and unknowingly put people at risk. Sazon issued a warning that the threats are real and quite rampant in the internet nowadays. “We want our customers and the public to be aware so they can protect themselves proactively before they get compromised. Free content does not necessarily mean it is also safe. This is why we are encouraging everyone to watch videos and other forms of entertainment See piracy, page 11

BSP issues regulations to implement Credit Card Law The Monetary Board (MB) approved the regulations that implement the Philippine Credit Card Industry Regulation Law (Republic Act No. 10870.) The law and its Implementing Rules and Regulations (IRR) aim to make consumer credit readily available under

conditions of safe, sound, efficient, and fair business conduct aligned with global best practices. The IRR provides the framework for the entry of new players in the credit card business beyond just the banks, their affiliates and subsidiaries. Opening up

Which is better Education or Money? By Werlyn Pontillas Estenzo, Teacher -3 Manuto Elementary School Manuto Quezon, Bukidnon

This is a trick question. Education is better than money. This is so because without a good foundation with education, there would be no way to make good money. You need a good education to land a good paying job so you can pay bills and support your family. Without that education, there is practically no chance of securing a good job. You need to protect your money but education protects you. Money diminishes on its use rather education spreads.” Says Imam Ali. Give a man a

fish, feed him for an evening. Teach a man to fish, feed him for a lifetime. Education is where it all begins. Its where you learn inner talents, it’s the creativity that flows from you. You cannot do anything without education. Most companies want people who are educated enough to get the job done, want people who are smart, independent and bring out ideas with the knowledge they have gained. Education is better than money because the way you spend your money shows the level of your Education. One can be branded

uneducated even if one is literate. If well educated, you will be able to make good decisions and you will make money. Education is for lifetime and generations, but money is for short time and limited. Knowledge is real wealth for it never ends. You have to protect money but knowledge protects you. Many people argue that without money we are unable to get food, shelter I want to tell them to earn money is also dependent upon knowledge. Education is the most powerful weapon which you can use to change the world, but we can by education.

the market to a wide range of players can lead to more transparent and competitive interest rates, innovative products and improved services. All credit card issuers are subject to standards of good governance, adequate risk management,

and strong consumer protection mechanisms. The IRR addresses the key customer concerns regarding credit cards, particularly on the transparency and manner of computing charges and fees, safeguards against unfair collection

practices, immediate posting of payments, confidentiality of consumer data, and expeditious resolution of complaints and disputed transactions, among others. The rules require all credit card issuers to fully See issues, page 11

The Trials of Classroom Management By Arlene A. Miquiabas, Teacher –lll Kibatang National High School

You’ve already figured this out: despite the enormous amount of planning and preparation teachers do, instruction is actually the easy part See if this sounds familiar: you spend hours of designing that perfect lesson. You bring in enrichment activities and released literature, and you’re able to make adjustments for kids who need to go back and fill in new pieces they missed along the way. Your directions are clear, your materials are organized (maybe even color-coded), and you have back up plans in case the lesson runs short. You are enthusiastic

and well prepared. And yet: You’re having trouble getting your students to settle down, stop talking, or even get in their seats. One student wants to go to the bathroom while another needs to sharpen a pencil. There’s a student making noises, another poking the child in the next seat, and a few others distracted with unrelated task or staring off into space. And there’s that seemingly interested child who asks a question that somehow gets you off track. Heading in an entirely different direction from the one you had planned. Let’s not forget the students who can’t focus because they’re

hungry, didn’t have enough sleep, or are fuming over a nasty encounter they had on the way to your class. There are few kids who love the topic but need something to do with their hands or their bodies to stay attentive, and some who just can’t sit still for one minute. Add in the students who gave up before they even walked into your class and the ones easily provoked to arguments, defiance, outbursts, or violence, and I suspect that you’re not only struggling to accomplish any of the instructional goals you’ve set, but also going home at the end of the day feeling frustrated, angry, and a bit defeated.

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Malacañang execs vow justice for slain radioman DAVAO C I T Y – Malacañang officials on Thursday vowed to deliver swift justice for slain Dumaguete City broadcast journalist Edmund Sestoso as they offered sympathy to his family.

The special aide of President Rodrigo R. Duterte, Secretary Christopher Lawrence “Bong” Go, sought a full investigation into the murder of Sestoso as he vowed to help “deliver swift justice” to the victim’s family. “Aalamin natin ang totoo and (We will find out the truth and ) give swift justice,” said Go when sought for reaction in an interview on the sidelines of the Hard Hat Ceremony for the groundbreaking of the PHP700-million Mindanao Media Hub along the Carlos P. Garcia Highway, this city. Go was scheduled to visit Thursday the wake of Sestoso in Dumaguete together with Presidential Communications Operations Office Secretary Martin Andanar and Undersecretary Joel ON ENDO. President Rodrigo R. Duterte and Labor and Employment Secretary Silvestre Bello III discuss some of the provisions of the ExEgco of the Presidential EO ecutive Order (EO) prohibiting illegal contractualization during the 116th Labor Day Celebration at the IEC Convention Center in Cebu City on Task Force on Media May 1, 2018. The President signed the EO during the event signifying his firm commitment to put an end to illegal contractualization. Also in the See vow, page 10

photo is Sec. Bong Go of the Office of the Special Assistant to the President.

StreetBy Invades Davao City The best local lifestyle app in town! Davao City, May 4, 2018 - Mindanao’s homegrown lifestyle app, StreetBy, a platform that aims to revolutionize the e-commerce and creates convenience to merchants and consumers, will finally be launched in Davao City. With a growing number of users and partnered establishments since 2016, StreetBy is ready to be part of every Davaoeños lifestyle. “We wanted to create an app which could be part of the daily routine of everybody, from the morning they wake up until before they go to bed. It’s convenience through tapping!” said StreetBy CEO Ronald Rhey Miñoza. “We also created this startup to support our local community, we hire the best people to be in the team to reach our goal to be one globally-competitive company.” StreetBy is a one-stop lifestyle app that enables users to shop, make dining reservations in restaurants, book hotel rooms, hire professional services, purchase amusement park tickets and the mostly-used app feature – food delivery. As for the merchants, See invades, page 10

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Police urge ‘netizens’ to report street crimes DAVAO CITY -- The Davao City Police has called on netizens to immediately report street crimes to the police instead of merely posting them on social media. Davao City Police spokesperson, Senior Insp. Maria Teresita Gaspan, said Thursday that despite the city’s low crime volume, some persons claiming to be victims of street crimes post their experiences on Facebook but do not go to the police. “Kanang mga nag-ingon nga na hold-up sila or na snatchan sila, kung mahimo magpa-blotter kay pare marecord og matagaan dayon nato og aksyon (Those who post on social media that

they were allegedly mugged must go to the police station and have the crime recorded so that we can act on it immediately),” Gaspan said. The Davao Police recorded 7,576 crimes in 2017, 26.22 percent lower than the 10,269 crimes recorded in 2016. Gaspan underscored the proper reporting of crime incidents so the police could adjust their deployment. She said they give priority attention to areas of convergence in the city. “From there, ma adjust nato dayon ang atong deployment of personnel kay we based man sa crime trend og pattern (From there, we can adjust our deployment

because the placement of police personnel is based on the crime trends and patterns), “ she said. Gaspan also bared that they are looking into the presence of robbery groups that have come to the city only for their illegal activities. Last Saturday, operatives of the Talomo Police and Toril Police killed a robbery suspect, identified as Cris Tamboboy, after he allegedly fired at them as he was about to be arrested. The suspect’s cohorts were able to escape. Police said Tamboboy and his two cohorts had robbed a couple of their valuables in Bago Gallera. PNA

MOA signed for AFP, PNP housing in Davao DAVAO CITY – The administration of President Rodrigo Duterte is fulfilling its promise of providing quality homes for members of the Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP) and the Philippine National Police (PNP). Another memorandum of agreement was signed here Wednesday for the establishment of the Madayaw Residences at Central Park, Bangkal, this city. Since the groundbreaking of the project last year by President Duterte, the three-hectare area has been fenced, a model unit was up for viewing, and one residential condominium is See moa, page 10

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New activated battalion faces directorial training ZAMBOANGA City -- The military official said that starting on Thursday the newly- activated army of the 97th Infantry Battalion (IB) of the Infantry Division (ID ) will underges organizational training. Major Ronald Suscano, 1dt ID officer said last April 10 the new battalion was activated in accordance to the General Orders No. 211dated March 24. The 97th IB was among the 10 additional battalions of the Philippine Army has established. The point of activating this battalion is to increase the units of deployment in Western Mindanao and also to sustain the gains of the 1st ID in keeping the peace and development in its area of responsibility Suscanso said. The battalion is composed of 400 soldiers, including some of the new

privates who completed their training last April 5 and be commanded by Lieutenant Colonel Rufino de Leon who was the previous commandant of the 1st Division Training School. de leon was been advised by Major General Roselle Murillo the1st ID commander to “always think (of ) the welfare of each and every one of you so as nobody in your unit will be placed in danger. Also, don’t forget the discipline and the prestige of a real Pilipino soldier." The 97th IB organizational training tends to enhance the competence and individual skills of every soldier and also to develop teamwork as a unit, he added. “Training builds competence, and competence Maj. Gen. Roseller Murillo, Army's 1st Infantry Division commander, addresses the troops of the newly-activated builds confidence,” he said. 97th Infantry Battalion, who undergo organizational training starting Thursday, May 3. (Photo courtesy: 1st Infantry (PNA) Division PIO)

ZAMBOANGA CITY -The Bureau of Customs (BOC) is set to acquire two speedboats to strengthen its anti-smuggling campaign in this southern port city.

Lawyer Lyceo Martinez, BOC district collector, told the Philippine News Agency (PNA) on Thursday that the speedboats will be acquired through the BOC central office

BOC strengthens anti-smuggling campaign in Zamboanga and is expected to arrive anytime. Martinez said they will enter into a memorandum of agreement (MOA) with other concerned government agencies to assist

them in their anti-smuggling campaign. The BOC, he said, has sole jurisdiction over the anti-smuggling campaign, the reason why there is a need for a formal partner-

ship agreement with other government agencies. A marine unit will also be activated to conduct sea patrol together with the police, military and other law enforcement agencies.

The Philippine Coast Guard and Naval Forces Western Mindanao have recently intercepted shipments of smuggled rice worth millions of pesos. (PNA)

3 Hong Kong nationals nabbed in Basilan By Eloy Rafanan

ZAMBOANGA City -- A top official stated on Thursday that 3 Hong Kong nationals were arrested in an island town in the province of Basilan. The said men were arrested by the local police at Barangay Dasalan, Hadji Muhtamad, an island municipality formerly known as Pilas Islands on Wednesday at around 6 p.m. Inot said. The arrested foreign men were identified as Tsz Kin Tsui 40, Wang Po, 33, and Chun Wai Ho, 32 said Basilan police director Senior Supt. Rufino Inot. Barangay officials of Dasalan reported to the local police about the presence of 3 foreign men in their area. Inot also said that the locals found their presence

Social media site photographs shows the three Hongkong nationals the police have arrested on Wednesday night in Hadji Muhtaman, Basilan province.

“highly questionable. The three claimed to have travelled aboard a doubleengine speed boat from Hong Kong to Indonesia,

and then to Hadji Muhtamad “to gas up before going back to Hongkong.” Inot stated. The three men also claimed to have travelled

to Thailand in February this year, using the same means of transportation, Inot said. The speed boat was impounded at Basilan Pro-

vincial Police Office. The trio's presence in the area caused the local policemen to remain skeptical about their motives. They were

then, turned over to the Western Mindanao Command (Westmincom). SOURCE: (PNA.GOV. PH)

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already under construction. On Wednesday, National Housing Authority (NHA) chief Marcelino Escalada, Home Development Mutual Fund chief executive officer Acmad Rizaldy Moti, Eastern Mindanao Command (Eastmincom) commander Lt. Gen Benjie Madrigal and Police Regional Office (PRO) XI Director Manuel Gaerlan sealed the deal for the housing project. Escalada said the Madayaw Residences project comprises 16 buildings with a total of 640 residential units. The units either measure 36 or 42 square meters. The 36-square meter unit has a selling price of PHP880,000 or a monthly amortization of PHP4,700 while the bigger unit has a monthly amortization of PHP10,600. Moti said the smaller units are affordable for police officers with the rank of PO1 and PO2 and the soldier with a rank of Private with a monthly salary of PHP29,800 while the bigger unit is affordable for SPO1 of the PNP and Sergeant of the AFP receiving PHP35,000 monthly salary. But Escalada said President Duterte has promised to subsidize a certain amount for each recipient. Escalada said 45 percent of the total units will be allocated for the AFP, 45 percent for the PNP and the remaining 10 percent for those with the Bureau of Fire Protection, Bureau of Jail and Management and Penology and Bureau of Corrections.

Already, the AFP and PNP are overbooked for applicants. As of Wednesday, there are already 2,100 applications filed with their respective housing boards. Madrigal and Gaerlan assured that qualified applicants will be chosen fairly and priority will be given to those last three lower ranks without housing and cannot afford to buy a house. Escalada assured the quality of the units. “We deliver the culture of quality,” he assured. The contractor, Bilrey, assured that there is a technical reviewing body to ensure the quality of the housing units. The body is composed of the Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH), National Economic Development Authority (NEDA), Housing and Urban Development Coordinating Council (HUDCC), a professional group and NHA. PNA

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Security. Andanar was saddened by the murder of Sestoso, whom he considered a close friend. “I sympathize with the family,” he told reporters in an interview Thursday. Andanar said the government, through Egco’s office, will get to the bottom of Sestoso’s killing and ensure the safety of all journalists in the Philippines. Egco said the Task Force already has a lead in the killing of Sestoso. “We are looking at particular possible leads. We’re

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SCHOOL SLUGGISHNESS/TRUANCY - AN ISSUE By Werlyn Pontillas Estenzo, Teacher -3 Manuto Elementary School Manuto Quezon, Bukidnon

School absenteeism, also referred as school refusal and truancy, has been of concern to schools, today, absenteeism remains a serious problem that continues to plague in most of Philippine schools and even outside the country that primarily brings negative impact to the youth and their futures. In school, absenteeism also has an impact on the learning environment and the climate of the entire school. As schools try to meet the requirements of No Child Left Behind and the Education for All, student academic achievement becomes a crucial

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part of these standards. However, schools are faced with challenges that may hinder overall student success. Some public secondary schools are struggling with student tardiness and absenteeism. There is no perfect and appropriate approach that can be employed by classroom implementers to incline the student’s academic achievement when absenteeism is the issue. Studies reveal an inverse relationship exists between absenteeism and test scores of student. Truly, this is causing headache to teachers and have caught the attention of school administrators. With these growing cases,

teachers make every effort to somehow reduce this delinquency to intervene the problem. Unfortunately, to date researchers have not been able to locate a systematic review of interventions intended to increase school attendance in primary or secondary school since there are also varied reasons of its occurrence. But, in some schools teachers are conducting home visitation to increase student attendance in school. The Drop Out reduction program of some public schools is also an endeavor to lessen the prevalence of absenteeism by adopting and catering the financial needs of the learners to attract them back to school.

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insurance that will help them in times of emergency. Nery and the personnel of JRBGH are hoping to surpass the income of the hospital this year after comparing it to last year’s record of 180 million. Nery stressed that all of the JRBGH personnel strove hard to reach their target of becoming a “premier local government hospital with fiscal autonomy and preferential option for the poor and underprivileged.”(ACM/ Roven Larroza/PIA10)

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government provides free check-up and medicines. Bernardo added that the annual medical profiling will be conducted again to different barangays in this city until August 27, 2018. (ACM/Jycyl Tongco/PIA10)

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known as eGOv awards under the Best in Digital Payment category, delegates from Davao became interested and consulted the city officials regarding the BPLS. Through the online payment and billing system of the city, taxpayers and entrepreneurs will find it easier to pay for their taxes, assets, and other payables because it can be paid through online services using the website of the city, www.cagayandeoro. gov.ph . The eGov awards was organized by the Department of Information and Communication Technology (DICT) and National ICT Confederation of the Philippines (NICP) through the acclamation of the local government units that made innovation and amendment of the services to the public using information and communication technology. (IAF/Roven Larroza/PIA10)

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using legitimate sources only,” she revealed. “We are inviting everyone to watch and share the new #PlayItRight video at our Globe Bridging Community page to be informed, so you can protect yourself as well as your friends and family, against the danger of using illegitimate sources,” she added. The new #PlayItRight video can be watched on Facebook at facebook. com/GlobeBridgeCom/ videos/788246371363888/.

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disclose, in an understandable way, the manner of computing finance charges and other fees related to credit card use as well as provide ample notification prior to effecting any changes in the said charges. These disclosures shall be in application forms, the terms and conditions of credit card contracts, and billing

statements. The rules likewise clarify that the finance charges shall be computed based on the unpaid amount of the outstanding balance as of statement cut-off date and shall not include current and deferred charges. Prohibitions against unfair collection practices have also been strengthened where collection agents must observe good faith, fair and reasonable conduct, and proper decorum when dealing with all consumers, including cardholders already in default. Payments using cash, check or debit cards, made through any accredited payment center shall be posted on the same day by credit card issuers. Due dates falling on weekends or holidays shall be automatically moved to the next business day. The IRR further protects cardholders’ right to data privacy and redress. Customer information can only be shared to third parties upon a cardholder’s informed consent, and under specific conditions defined by the law. All issuers must also have consumer assistance units to expeditiously address cardholders’ concerns, such as billing errors, unauthorized transactions and other credit card related issues, within 90 days from receipt of the concerns. It is important that credit card issuers ensure appropriate customer identification and sound credit underwriting to promote the soundness and integrity of the industry as well as promote responsible use of credit and prevent overindebtedness. Cardholders on the other hand have the serious responsibility to manage their credit, protect and safeguard the integrity of their transactions, and immediately report lost cards or observed billing discrepancies. The IRR contemplates a phased implementation of some provisions to account for the necessary adjustments in the systems and processes of existing credit card issuers. At present, there are more than eight (8) million credit cards issued in the country. There is further potential for expansion in light of the current economic growth, the country’s demographics and the increasingly digital payment system. The recently approved rules aim to ensure that such growth in the credit card industry will be safe and sound, and one that protects consumers.

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through Listahanan – the national household targeting system of the national government that identifies who and where the poor are in the country. “We have already finalized our list of beneficiaries for the 4Ps, and we are now making sure that these families are benefitting from the Program through their children’s education and health.”

Sat-Sun, May 5-6, 2018 “Should there be families who are not included in the Program but still needing assistance from DSWD, we have other social protection programs that can cater to their needs such as the Sustainable Livelihood Program (SLP), Social Pension, Assistance for Individuals in Crisis Situation (AICS), among others. We would be happy to assist them provided that they fall under the qualifications of the programs we have,” he added. The DSWD assures the 4Ps beneficiaries that they can exercise their right to suffrage during this coming elections without the fear of being delisted from the program. To date, there are 268,503 active beneficiaries under the Pantawid Pamilyang Pilipino Program in Northern Mindanao. (dswd pr)

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hard-earned compensation.” The Bureau of Internal Revenue imposes a 5 percent withholding tax on the honoraria and transportation allowances that public school teachers will get for serving as Board of Inspectors (BEIs) and Board of Tellers (BETs) in the polls. In an interview with the Philippine News Agency (PNA) on Thursday, a teacher’s group disclosed it has asked the BIR to reconsider the 5 percent tax imposed on the honoraria and travel allowance of public school teachers serving poll duties. Alliance of Concerned Teachers-National Capital Region member and Quezon City Public School Teachers Association (QCPSTA) president Mabelle Caboboy said the PHP1,000 travel allowance is not enough for teachers who travel several times for their electoral duties. “First they’ll go the briefing, second to get election paraphernalia, third the election day itself, fourth the return of election paraphernalia. That’s times two because that’s to and from,” she said. “Here in NCR it’s no longer enough. How about in the provinces? They use “habal-habal” in far-flung areas which costs PHP500 for one way, four times you’ll need to travel using ‘habal-habal’. What’s going to happen with your travel allowance plus your honorarium will be taxed?” she added. Briones also requested Comelec to grant additional two days service credits and to permit the designation of authorized disbursing officer who will be allowed to draw cash advance for medical expenses of teachers who will serve in the Electoral Boards. If granted, this would replace the common practice of medical reimbursements and help teachers who might need immediate hospital treatment. ESRA currently provides optional rendering

The Secretary then asked contractual workers and the PCOO to remain stead- settle P66 million in unpaid fast in its mandate to inform benefits after they have and serve the people. found to be engaged in “I also ask our fellow labor-only contracting acFilipinos to keep supporting tivities and violating general and keep patronizing our labor standards. (Abegail own — very own stations De Vega) and news outlets,” he said. Meanwhile, in an interview with Andanar, he said from page 4 -ooothe Mindanao Media Hub was a “historic project” not- CONSULT THE BIBLE IF ing that it was launched in WE WANT TO SUCCEED conjunction with the World AND PROSPER: The first verse that comes to my Press Freedom Day. It will serve as the gov- mind is Joshua 1:8 which ernment’s main broadcast says, “Do not let the Book hub in Regions 10 to 13, of the Law depart from delivering tailored content your lips, meditating on it specific to its people and day and night, and carefully boosting signal in the areas following everything that is written in it. Then you of coverage. The facility will house the will become prosperous People’s Television, Radyo and successful.” Pilipinas, News and Infor- The same message is mation Bureau, Philippine actually echoed in many News Agency, the Philip- other parts of the Bible, nopine Information Agency, tably Deuteronomy 28:1-14, National Printing Office, Proverbs 3:1-2 and Matthew Apo Production Unit, and 6:33. In all of these verses, other attached agencies mankind is shown the promises of God---blessings, under the PCOO. “Lahat po ng mga taga- guidance, and protection, Mindanao na matagal nang and receiving everything pinapangarap na magkaroon they need, including more ng isang state-of-the-art number of days here on facility na pagmamay-ari ng earth. gobyerno, ito na po ‘yun,” What are we supposed to do to receive all of these Andanar said. “Very exciting ito lalong- blessings, guidance, and prolalo na sa mga media prac- tection? The verses pound titioners at ‘yung mga nag- on only one thing: we should nanais na maging media listen to God, and obey His practitioner sa hinaharap,” commands. If we listen to the Word of God and obey he added. The project, which costs His commands, our diffiabout P400 million, is ex- cult and impoverished lives pected to be completed by would vanish, and would be the first quarter of next year replaced with success and and become operational prosperity. from page 1 -oooduring the second or third He noted that the pub- quarter of 2019, according FOR QUESTIONS, REACTIONS: If anyone would like lic can use the Mindanao to Andanar. (PND) to ask me any question about Media Hub to tell governwhat the burning issues of ment their needs, and report the day mean, or what we any wrongdoings and com- from page 6 have
discussed here, or to plaints against government contracting business. officials. On the other hand, the consult on any problem, “This two-way exchange labor department declared whatever it maybe,
please between the government Customer Frontline Solu- call 0917 984 24 68, or email and the people will hasten tions Inc., Pro Tek Telecoms me at batasmauricio@yahoo. our efforts in nation build- Support Inc., SL Temps; St. com, or
post your concerns ing,” he said. Clair Security and Inves- at www.facebook.com/atty “Sa wakas, mabibigyan tigation Inc., and Trigold batas. Promise, I will
answer na rin nang kaukulang Security & Investigation right away. Thank God in pansin ang mga hinaing Agency Incorporated as the Name of Jesus, Amen! at kinakailangan ng ating legitimate contractors. kapwa Pilipino sa dakong ito Also, some of the conng bansa. Mas mapagpabuti tractors who have already from page 4 na rin ang pagpapaabot ng settled unpaid monetary Duterte government can information at serbisyo para claims to their employees pursue that program. Rather sa ating mga mamamayang include Digital Solution and than exporting domestic taga-Mindanao,” he added. Services, Inc., El Grande helpers, under the tutelage Go recognized media’s Messengerial Services, Inc., program of TESDA, they role in disseminating in- MG Exeo Network Inc., MI- can now find placements in formation and keeping the ROF Resources Inc., Point- countries like China, Sinpublic informed. man Placement Specialist, gapore, Korea and Japan as “Press freedom plays and Searchers and Staffers Domestic Tutors. This will translate to raising not only a vital role in creating an Corporation. informed and enlightened It may be recalled that their status to a professional citizenry by providing in- in July 3, 2017 and July 12, level but conversely their dividuals with a chance to 2017, the DOLE National take home pay. Given that gain and impart knowledge. Capital Region has ordered credentials I am sure they You’ve helped foster public PLDT and its contactors to will not be treated like slaves discourse and bring mean- regularize close to 8,000 and end up in a freezer. ingful and lasting change in Min danao Daily TA R P S - S T I C K E R S - N E W S our society,” he said. Go reminded that mediatarpaulin men are tasked to counter sticker fake news and online spread of disinformation. billboards “We lack credible and backlitfilm reliable news sources in many different parts of our panaflex country while mainstream photopaper media have chosen to focus 881-0100 their coverage in Metro Manila and other large cities,” 0935-1613398 he said. mdntarps@gmail.com of electoral service, higher honoraria, additional travel allowance, five days service credits, legal indemnification package, medical assistance, and death benefit for teachers and personnel who will volunteer poll services. QCPSTA board of director Imelda Canlas told PNA that many teachers were happy about the lifting of mandatory rendering of electoral service among teachers for reasons such as laborious duties, hazards to health, harassment, and legal cases that teachers face. “Maraming hindi pumirma sa pagsisilbi bukod sa kadahilanang may mga kamag-anak silang tatakbo, sobrang pagod sa ganyan at mahirap kumuha ng compensation pagkatapos ng election. Sa fifteen years ko in service, may mga allowances sa nakaraang elections na hanggang ngayon ‘di pa sa amin naibigay pero ngayon chairman ako kaya magsisilbi ako at kasi kakaunti kaming guro ngayon (Many did not sign to serve aside from reasons that they have relatives who are electoral candidates, it involves hardships and it is difficult to get the compensation after the election. In my fifteen years of service, there are allowances in the past elections that were not given to us until now but I will serve now because I’m a chairman and because we have teachers who will serve),” Canlas said. (PNA)

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More village volunteers trained as disaster ‘warriors’ EIGHTY volunteers from 11 barangays in Villanueva town, Misamis Oriental were recently trained to be disaster “warriors” in their respective community. Participants were taught on the basic knowledge and skills on how to be alert and responsive to any disaster that may strike their community at any given time. The training, conducted by experts from the Philippine National Red Cross-Misamis Oriental (PNRC-MisOr), held on March 7-9 and March 1416, 2018, was thru the auspices of FDC Misamis Power Corporation (FDC Misamis). Last year, the Gotianunled power firm likewise sponsored the same training, where 80 villagersturned-volunteers also attended, including the town’s police officers.

Villanueva, known as the “Industrial Hub” in Northern Mindanao, is reportedly prone to both natural and man-made disaster(s) like earthquake, typhoon, flood, tsunami, landslide, fire, among others. “Thus, it is our prime objective in sponsoring this training to equip the people of Villanueva the knowledge and skills needed to become disaster warriors,” said Engr. Luis Lagarnia Jr., FDC Misamis’ plant manager. “Implement ing t his program will also make the residents in our host community aware of our commitment to harmonize our operations with environmentally sound practices and programs for the community,” he said. The training, Villanueva Mayor Jennie Rosalie Uy their respective Baran- Under Republic Act said, benefited every ba- gay Disaster Action Team 10121 and with the onrangay in strengthening (BDAT). slaught of climate change all over the world, all local government units, including the barangays, are mandated to have their respective disaster risk reduction and management team. A MUST Norman Ricacho, officer-in-charge of the town’s Disasters Risk Reduction and Management Office, said “it is a must for people in the community to be more self-sufficient and be able to respond quickly and correctly to any form of disaster.” INDUCTION OF NEW OFFICERS. Marketing and Opinion Research Society of the “Villanueva is blessed Philippines Inc. (MORES), the premiere professional organization of research and opinion polling agencies as well as market research practitioners in the Philippines, and glad that FDC Misamis recently presented its new set of officers. Dr. Arsenio Balisacan (4th from left), is fully supporting the loChairman of the Philippine Competition Commission, led the induction ceremocal administration when it nies. Photo shows the 2018 officers, namely (from l to r) Nicco De Jesus (Kantar), comes to community-based Director for Research Standards; Alona Manaog-Reyes (Firestarters Inc), Director disaster preparedness and for Membership; Tina Reyes (Philippine Survey and Research Center ) Director for response, whereby comProfessional Development and 2018 Conference; Ma. Evelyn Aguilar (Unilab, Inc.), munities are equipped President; Prescy Marcelo (Prestige Market Research Services), Treasurer; Issa Baron (GoodThinking), Vice President for Programs and Vicky Abad (Kantar Insights with learnings on how to Phils.), Secretary. Other officers not in photo are: Edgar Gomez (Grand Marketing effectively respond when Research Plus), Director for Professional Development; Carole Sarthou (Consumer natural and man-made Republiq), Director for Professional Standards; and Alex Duterrage ( Kantar World calamities occur,” he added. Panel), Director. This year, MORES shall focus on the changing face of marketing INITIATIVES NOT research where the combination of big data, traditional market research and digital ENOUGH technology can be used to come up with more meaningful insights.

DISASTER WARRIORS. Villagers-turned-volunteers during the simulation activity of the Community-Based Disaster Preparedness and Response Training in Villanueva town, Misamis Oriental. The training was spearheaded by the LGU of Villanueva in partnership with FDC Misamis Power Corporation and Philippine National Red Cross-Misamis Oriental.

For volunteer-participant Cyril Cambalon, Jr., initiatives in responding to any incident especially during calamity aren’t enough. He said being a human resource trainer and a member of the town’s DRRMO, he is used to volunteer in rescue operations during typhoons and even road mishaps. Assisting children evacuees during a typhoon is the most touching role he ever played in his whole life, confessed the 38-yearold resident of Poblacion 2, Villanueva. “Thanks to Red Cross and FDC Misamis for this training that imparted us knowledge and trained us on how to properly assist evacuees and manage evacuation centers, among others,” Cambalon said.

“What I’ve learned from this training is truly valuable to me, to my family, and my community.” DISASTER-RESILIENT “Training more disaster warriors in Villanueva is a noteworthy endeavor leading to the fulfillment of our mission to make this town one of the disasterresilient communities in Mindanao,” Lagarnia said. Ricacho said, “Properly trained disaster volunteers can surely make a difference between life and death.” FDC Misamis will continue to work with the LGU of Villanuva in ensuring the sustainability of the latter’s disaster risk program and make it attuned with FDC Misamis’ Disaster and Crisis Measures, Procedures and Plans.