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Misor eyes pandemic shelter to address surge in Covid-19 Army recovers NPA arms cache in MisOr

Acting on information provided by a former New People’s Army (NPA) rebel, government troops recovered a firearms cache belonging to the communist guerillas in the Misamis Oriental town of Claver last weekend. In a statement Friday, the Army’s 58th Infantry Battalion (59IB) said the arms cache discovered on Aug. 9 in a remote area in Barangay Poblacion, Claveria consisted See RECOVER, page 15

By GERRY LEE GORIT, Correspondent

AGAYAN DE ORO CITY--Misamis Oriental Provincial Board Member Dexter Yasay yesterday cited the need to construct more pandemic shelter to address the possible surge of Coronavirus disease 2019 (Covid-19) in the province.

Misamis Oriental Provincial Board Member Dexter Yasay said the Moving Urban Poor Communities in Mindanao Towards Resilience (MOVE UP Mindanao) has proposed to give pandemic shelter worth P300,000 should the provincial government purchase Community Quarantine Prototypes.

"We need to plan onestep ahead of the pandemic kay kinabuhi biya ni sa mga tawo ang atong gi protektahan," Yasay said. Misamis Oriental had already nearly dozen of Covid-positive cases most of them are teenagers. Yasay said the isolation facility will serve as part See SHELTER, page 15

Provincial Tourism Officer Jeffrey Salot (left) had a talk with Dr. Jerry Calingasan (right), the Provincial Health Officer of Misamis Oriental. photo by gerry lee gorit

CdeO city council okays anti-discrimination ordinance By FROILAN GALLARDO, MindaNews

CAGAYAN DE ORO CITY — The Sangguniang Panlungsod here on Monday unanimously passed a landmark ordinance penalizing discrimination against members of the LGBT (lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender) community, persons with disabilities, COVID-19 patients and medical frontliners. Councilor Joyleen Mercedes Balaba, author of the A rescue worker carries Loreta Sandoval, one of two elderly persons who were suffocated during a fire that razed four houses at the Sarangani Homes Phase I in San Isidro, “Cagayan de Oro Diversity General Santos City early afternoon on August 13. mindanews photo by rommel rebollido and Equality Ordinance”

said the measure will send a strong message that discrimination has no place in the city. Balaba said the ordinance would ensure that despite their physical appearance, religious beliefs, and medical history, every resident has the right to live in the city. “I have seen many friends who were discriminated just because they dressed differently,” she said. She said drivers of public

utility vehicles had refused frontliners from Northern Mindanao Medical Center at the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic. She said the ordinance imposes the penalties of one-year imprisonment and fines ranging from P1,000 to P10,000 for offenders. She said a mediation board—Cagayan de Oro Diversity and Equality Commission—to be headed by the city mayor will be set up to entertain complaints from aggrieved parties. See ORDINANCE, page 15

Nation 2 Sec. Lorenzana confident on NCR’s return to GCQ

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ANILA – Defense Secretary Delfin L oren z an a on Wednesday said he remains confident that the National Capital Region (NCR) can go back to the less stringent general community quarantine (GCQ) as the modified enhanced community quarantine (MECQ) lapses on August 18. Lorenzana’s remarks came after coronavirus disease 2019 (Covid-19) cases saw

a single-day record spike of 6,958 new infections on Monday, the same day he said that the NCR is ready to shift back to GCQ due to the gradual decline of new cases of the disease. “My statement has a caveat. If trends continue that the new cases decrease, because during my interview, (the case was only) 3,000 (on) the day before, from 6,000 (during) the previous days. That was

the trend I was referring to,” said Lorenzana, also the chairperson of the National Task Force on Covid-19, in a media statement. President Rodrigo Duterte earlier placed Metro Manila and the nearby provinces of Bulacan, Cavite, Laguna and Rizal under a two-week MECQ due to the rise in the number of Covid-19 cases. “But we still have five days to go before the end of MECQ. I may be proven right yet,” he added.

Bacolod fines health protocol violators By NANETTE GUADALQUIVER

BACOLOD CITY – The Task Force Disiplina (TFD) here has begun collecting fines from violators of minimum health standards or protocols, such as wearing face mask and observance of physical distancing, to curb the spread of the coronavirus disease 2019 (Covid-19). TFD action officer Wilfredo Geolingo on Tuesday night reported that they have fined 273 violators –

231 for not wearing face masks and 42 for not following physical distancing. On Monday alone, the group collected PHP4,800 while others opted to render community service. Bacolod residents were fined PHP200 for every violation, while non-residents were asked to pay PHP300. Six violators were from out-of-town. Authored by Councilor

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By LOVELY G. QUINTANA DepEd Administrative Assistant III North Poblacion, Medina, Misamis Oriental

employee’s attitude make it hard to change. His/her attitude is the product of his/her upbringing including patterns of thought and ways of looking at the world that he/she has learned over many years from peers, parents, teachers, coaches and other adults. An employee’s attitude has a potential to impact his/ her interactions with others and his/her individual work performance. Attitude affects an employee’s reac-

20 nabbed for illegal cockfighting in Northern Samar town By GERICO SABALZA

TACLOBAN CITY – At least 20 persons involved in illegal cockfighting were arrested during a police

operation in San Isidro, Northern Samar over the weekend. Joint operatives of the

Archie Baribar, City Ordinance (CO) 926, also known as the “Face Mask and Social Distancing Ordinance of Bacolod City”, stipulates the penalties for such violations but provides violators an option to render eight hours of community service instead of paying the fine. Those who will do community service will be endorsed to their barangay officials who will decide ILLEGAL GAMBLING. Authorities arrest 20 persons involved the work to be given to the in illegal cockfighting in Happy Valley village San Isidro,

How the personal characteristics of every personnel affects his job performance WHEN an employee reports to work, his/her attitude affects his/her work performance and can have an impact on the employee morale around him/her. Generally, workers with good attitudes have stronger performance and workers with poor attitudes exhibit less than superior performance. An attitude is based on many factors that an employee brings to the workplace. The deep roots of an

Lorenzana earlier said the country cannot continue imposing lockdowns as there is a pressing need to do something to reopen the economy. (PNA) Defense Secretary Delfin Lorenzana. (File photo)

tions to others including colleagues, supervisors and customers, attitude affects his/her perception of his/ her job and his/her value to the organization. If an employee’s work tasks involve collaboration with others, his/her attitude can affect the success or failure of the group. Managers should encourage and recognize employees with positive attitudes and satisfactory or above-average performance.

Northern Samar on August 9, 2020. The Northern Samar Provincial Intelligence Unit on Tuesday (Aug. 11, 2020) said operatives seized five dead fighting cocks, two live fighting cocks valued at PHP1,500 each, five pieces of gaff with scabbard, two rolls of electric tape, a medical, a scratching box, and bet money amounting to PHP1,500. photo courtesy of northern samar police

local police, the provincial mobile force company, and the provincial intelligence unit (PIU) launched the anti-illegal gambling operation on August 9 at Kilometer 17 in Happy Valley village upon a tip from a concerned citizen. In a press statement on Tuesday, Col. Arnel Apud, Northern Samar PIU officerin-charge, said suspects were engaged in “tupada” (cockfighting), resulting in their immediate arrests while others evaded apprehension. Operatives seized five dead fighting cocks, two live cocks valued at PHP1,500 each, five pieces of gaff with scabbard, two rolls of electric tape, a medical kit, a scratching box, and bet money amounting to PHP1,500. “Arrested individuals See ILLEGAL, page 15

Accessible remote learning during COVID-19 By JOY G. TAGA-OC, Teacher II Ozamiz City Central School Division of Ozamiz

REMOTE learning has become the new norm in the education sector as the COVID-19 pandemic rages. This would become more important in the coming months after DepEd announced that face-to-face classes would be postponed until a COVID-19 vaccine becomes available. But having online classes is not a completely effective device for learning despite it being a good alternative to physical classes. While it offers convenience and safety in a way, remote learning still presents challenges that hinder students from

obtaining high quality education. In some parts of the world, students feel dismayed when they’re given more homework than usual. With extracurricular physical activities and clubs in school suspended because of the pandemic, some educators have somehow found this an opportune time to give students more workload. This is where individualized learning comes into play. Essentially, individualized learning is an approach where the curriculum and learning materials are ar-

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ranged depending on the student’s needs. This allows students to study at their own pace while following the same learning experience that other students are getting. Some schools have applied individualized learning in their systems to help students keep up without putting much burden on them. The system also allows teachers to monitor the performance of students as a way to address possible learning gaps and better curate the learning experience according to the needs of learners.

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ESPITE the crisis brought about by the COVID-19 pandemic, consolidated revenues of leading residential developer in VisMin Cebu Landmasters remained strong at Php 3.5 billion for the

first six months of 2020, closely matching its 2019 levels and validating its market and operational leadership in the region. While the mid-income and economic housing sectors in general were

severely impacted by diminished OFW remittances and construction stoppages during the period, CLI posted record reservation sales of Php 4.613 billion in the second quarter and a 41% growth in sales to Php

7.436 billion in H1 2020 year-on-year. The firm’s economic housing brand Casa Mira contributed 65% of total sales. The listed company also posted a significant growth in its recurring business by 137% to Php

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91.3 million from Php 38.6 million year-onyear. Hotel revenues of Php 38.2 million were attributable to the 180room Citadines Cebu City, which maintained a high occupancy of 70% throughout the lockdown period. Booking largely came from business process outsourcing companies that housed their employees during the community quarantine period. Rental income likewise improved by 16% and registered at Php 32.3 million. CLI will continue to serve the undiminished demand for affordable housing in VisMin with a total of 14 projects in 2020 worth Php 19 billion. Four projects in Cebu, Bohol and Iloilo were launched in the first half of the year supported by a wide network of partner brokers and sales agents and process improvement and digitalization. “We are pleased to launch more projects in the second half as our Cebu Landmasters first hotel Citadines Cebu City maintained a high occupancy of 70% throughout the lockdown markets have remained period with bookings largely coming from business process outsourcing companies that housed their employees committed to their purchases. The pandemic during the community quarantine period.

has made many see that owning a home in a safe and secure community is a good way to secure their family’s future,” says CLI chairman and chief executive officer Jose Soberano III. Soberano noted that most CLI buyers were local residents prodded by stretched payment terms and grace periods to invest in a home. OFWs accounted for only 20% of the sales in the second quarter, considered as CLI’s best sales performance to date. In previous periods, OFWs had taken up as much as 40% of sales. “We ourselves were surprised by how local demand compensated for the decreased share from OFWs. Home ownership will provide the best security during these times.” CLI’s strong capital structure will enable the firm to maximize opportunities even in trying times. Planning and ongoing construction works for mixed-use development and hotel projects continue with target completion in 2 to

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An Idea Whose Time has Come It has been said that “a strong army can conquer a kingdom but the strongest army in the world cannot stop an idea whose time has come.” In a world where only one per cent of the population controls the economy; where the wealth of eight (8) wealthiest families in the United States is equivalent to the consolidated assets of some 3.6 billion people or half of the world’s population; where a cake worth $42 thousand in the US is served while some 821 million people in the world are hungry; where there is so much unsustainability in economy and in ecology that has given rise to the anthropogenic climate change; where gross inequality and social injustice are bringing forth violent extremist – it is against this backdrop that the countervailing force has come of age by harnessing the collective power of the people to advance a new paradigm called cooperativism! The present economic paradigm has brought forth so much oppression that is sacrificing the people and the environment to the altar of greed and profit

by a few global corporations. Let notice be served that there is now a shift in paradigm to regain back the lost ecological integrity and the dignity of human beings. Yes, human beings are not disposable waste; they were created by God in His image and likeness. Indeed, cooperativism is the great equalizer and the State’s power to tax must bow down to the principle of equity and social justice. No one will deny that death and taxes are two things in life that we cannot all escape from: death, the inevitable fate of us mortals, aptly described as our “marriage to eternity, eternity being the home of the souls,” and taxes as the “life-blood of the nation” without which the essence of the State will just be illusory. That being the case, the State rarely relaxes its inherent power of taxation which is most pervasive and persistent than its other two fundamental powers, that of eminent domain and police power. And when the State gives tax exemption, it does so only for very important reasons that have great bearing on its reason for being

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as a nation. Yes, while the State’s power to tax is so strong, taxes being the lifeblood of a nation. Yet, it must bow down to the principle of social justice, the razon d’ etre of cooperativism. No one can dispute that social injustice looms in so many ways. It is seen in the life of the farmers tilling not their own land, they do not control the mode of production and marketing. This is the reason why everyone is profiting from farming except the farmers. Food comes from their farms yet their dining table fall short of food. As countervailing measure, the farmers must harness their collective powers through cooperativism. Indeed, cooperativism has become the liberating force to extricate the peasantry from the quagmire of poverty. In a country controlled by a few oligarchs who are following a development paradigm which is only successful in sacrificing mother Earth and the people to the altar of greed and profit, the See EQUALIZER, page 15

Unruffled

Sputnik: not a Russian roulette SPUTNIK-V is definitely not a Russian roulette, nor a vaccine for people who have suicidal tendencies. It’s a product of intense, indepth research by Russian scientists to come out with a treatment to kill Covid-19. To play doubts on Russia’s ability to produce Covid-19 vaccine is basically irrelevant for now. What calls for urgent action now is how countries affected by the pandemic respond in earnest to find solutions to end once and for all this Covid-19 down into its grave. In fairness, Russia has so many firsts – and to top it all, this country of beautiful women was the first to send their people to outer space. Their Ak-47 invented by Michel Kalashnikov is a favorite among our ‘friends’ up there in the boondocks of Mindanao and elsewhere in the country. And so, when President Vladimir Putin announced to the world that a Russianmade vaccine for Covid-19 is out, the first to grab the opportunity was our own President who willingly offered to be the first to get injected to prove to all and

sundry that he is willing to take the risks if only to prove that the ‘Filipino is worth dying for’. “I’ll volunteer to take it in public,” Duterte says matter-of-factly. “I’ll be the first to be experimented on.” Yet Russia’s enemies from the western countries, question the product’s safety despite Moscow’s assurance that it has developed a “safe and effective” vaccine against Covid-19. It is said that mass production is to begin as early as September, with free injections available to health workers and other risk groups in October at the soonest. Duterte had expressed hope that Russia would provide the vaccine for free, unlike the U.S., which would expect compensation. With the rising numbers of Covid -19, the country, like all other nations severely affected by the pandemic, we have no choice but to accept at first instance the availability of a dedicated vaccine. Developed by the Moscow-based Gamaleya Institute, the vaccine has been named Sputnik-V, a reference to the surprise

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1957 launch of the world’s first satellite by the Soviet Union. It has yet to go through crucial Phase 3 trials where it would be administered to thousands of people. The claim of victory by Putin in the global push to make an effective vaccine against Covid-19 comes amid suggestions that Russia has cut essential corners in its development. With all the reactions coming via the social media, be it positive, nor a product of raw opinion, the call of the hour is a treatment to once and for all kill this virus that has already claimed near a million of people worldwide. Meantime, in the absence of that Russian Sputnik, or any other vaccine available soon in the market, the norm of the day is to strictly follow health protocols: wear masks, keep distance, stay home and stay healthy. (ruffy44_ph2000@yahoo. com)

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USTP-Claveria partners with DA-10 for TechnoPark creation

O B O O S T fo o d production and ensure food security, officials of the University of Science and Technology of Southern Philippines (USTP), through its Claveria campus, met with heads of the Department of Agriculture – Regional Field Office 10 (DA-RFO 10) on August 4, 2020 on the establish-

ment of a TechnoPark. OIC-Chancellor Ruvel J. Cuasito, Sr. and ViceChancellor for Administration and TechnoPark General Manager Clint Django G. Pacana discussed with DA-10 Regional Executive Director Carlene C. Collado on the project brief and the inclusion of the agency on the TechnoPark Master

Plan and coordinating committee. “The project seeks to build an agriculture and food innovation hub in Claveria, Misamis Oriental – a municipality that is considered as the ‘food basket’ of the province,” shared OIC-Chancellor Cuasito. To this, RED Collado signified the agency’s sup-

port on the project and shared that it is in line with the agency’s thrust on food security. “We will be looking into the possible interventions of the agency for this project,” he said. Also joining the meeting were Regional Technical Director for Operations Carlota S. Madriaga, Planning, Monitoring and

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Evaluation Division Chief Cora A. Dumayaca and DA Consultant Joel S. Rudinas. Another round of meeting will be scheduled later

this month for USTP to present the details of their strategic plans and ideas for the said establishment. # (AMBManto, DA-10)

DA-10 supports DepEd’s planting program for students’ psychosocial dev’t amid COVID-19 threat

AGAYAN DE ORO CITY - Aiming to enrich the students’ mental and social adequacy amid the COVID-19 health threat, more public schools in CdeO City obtained vegetable seeds from the Department of Agriculture - Regional Field Office 10 (DA-RFO 10) on July 27 at the agency compound. A total of 1,800 packets of assorted vegetable seeds were given to four schools namely: Gusa Regional Science High School (GRSHS); Gusa National High School (GNHS); Bugo Central School (BCS) and Puerto Elementary School (PES). The Department of Education (DepEd) - Division of CdeO City will conduct mental health and psychosocial support activities to promote school learners, parents and personnel’s well-being. Through their “My Pet Plant Project”, the students will learn how to grow and

appreciate the nature of plants while documenting from planting of the seeds up to its harvest. According to GRSHS Teacher Shojian D. Daradal, all stages in the plants’ growth will relate to the subjects being taught to the students. Meantime, BCS Teacher Elsa Ylanan said, the students will be provided with seeds along with answer sheets, for them to record their observations in the nature of growing vegetables in their respective homes. Moreover, GNHS Administrative Staff Pio Jaime A. Amigo conveyed, such school activity will uplift the morale and provide psychosocial support for the students and the parents amid the ongoing health crisis. Overall, more than 5,000 students from these schools are targeted to benefit from the free veggie seeds of DA.# (EMBentulan)

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DA’s backyard gardening gets boost with DepEd CDO’s pet plant project

C Regional Technical Director for Operations Carlota S. Madriaga (right) turns over 150 packets of Sinigang composed of Radish, Kangkong, Tomato, Pole Sitaw and Okra seeds to Jovel P. Flores (left) of Patag National High School (PNHS). (DA 10)

AG AYA N DE O R O C I T Y-Schools in Cagayan de oro City, including Pagatpat National High School (PNHS), strengthen DA’s advocacy to engage in backyard gardening amid the ongoing pandemic thru the ‘My Pet Plant’ project. The initiative of the Department of Educa-

tion (DepEd)-CDO is seen as a psychosocial activity that students can productively and safely do while integrating it to their school subjects, as they adopt a modular mode of learning triggered by the COVID-19 health crisis. In support, the Department of Agriculture–Regional Field Office (DA-RFO)-10

thru Regional Technical Director for Operations Carlota S. Madriaga turned over 150 packets of Sinigang composed of Radish, Kangkong, Tomato, Pole Sitaw and Okra seeds to Jovel P. Flores, Teacher I of PNHS. The granted request is in time for the distribution of said provisions during the parents’ orientation of the said project. “ Wit h t h e g i v e n seeds, children can nurture and monitor the growth and development of plants,” Flores

said. He added that DA has extended a great help with the provision of free seeds. Aligned with DA’s Plant, Plant, Plant Program (Agri 4Ps), the ‘My Pet Plant’ project is on track towards contributing to sustained food production, accessibility, and affordability, especially during this trying time. As of August 3, a total of 3,608 vegetable seed packets were distributed to various city schools for the said project. (DA10/PIA10)

Digitization of school systems By ALLAN S. TANGKIHAY Sta. Cruz Elementary School Sta. Cruz, Claveria, Misamis Oriental

RECENT circumstances have highlighted huge gaps in the preparedness of many educational institutions in their goal to fully embrace digital learning. While many schools may have started the move to working digitally, the pandemic has forced others to scramble to make the shift to online learning and remote working for staff in a matter of weeks. IT systems in educational settings need to allow data to be securely shared with governmental and regulatory bodies, administrative and financial staff, teachers, parents and students. Managing the flow of information across multiple platforms and channels that may not completely

integrate with each other requires a secure and reliable approach. Currently, the majority of schools are using a mixture of digital and paper based systems. Many schools have retained their legacy paper based systems because the work required to digitalise their archives is beyond their current administrative capabilities. And so, they juggle a patchwork of different programs, software and hardware without a centralised system. Because they lack centralised processes and systems, schools continue with double handling data; printing and faxing, entering data into systems, and then printing a paper copy ‘just in case’.

How to be a good leader in school? By FELY QUEEN L. MERCADO Teacher I Bongbongon Elementary School

THE term teacher leadership refers to that set of skills demonstrated by teachers who continue to teach students but also have an influence that extends beyond their own classrooms to others within their own school and elsewhere. It entails mobilizing and energizing others with the goal of improving the school's performance of its critical responsibilities related to teaching and learning. Mobilizing and energizing does not occur because of ths role of the leader as boss but rather because the individual is informed and persuasive. Therefore, an important characteristic of a teacher-

leader is expertise and skill in engaging others in complex work. It also entails an unwavering passion for the core mission of the school and the courage to confront obstacles to achieving that mission. Because improvement of a school's performance frequently involves doing things differently from how they have been done in the past, teacher leadership often requires managing a process of change. But this is not always the case. Many times, improvement occurs when teacher thoughtful regarding their work, encouraging them not to do things differently but to do them better.

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DOH mulls placing Iligan City on ECQ

By CRIS DIAZ, Executive Editor

A G AYA N D E O R O C I T Y: Regional health officials of the Department of Health (DOH) in Northern intend to place the entire city of

Iligan under “enhance community quarantine” in response to the sudden upsurge of COVID-19 cases there. In a talk with the local media here, Dr.

Adriano Subaan, DOH regional director, said that the Inter-Agency Task Force COVID in Iligan City needs the approval of the national IATF before the ECQ is implemented in the city. At present, nine barangays (villages) in Iligan City were placed in a “lock down” after

health officials detected the upsurge of locally transmitted COVID-19 cases there. City Mayor C els o Regencia ordered the lockdown after the city health officials confirmed the upsurge of 12 COVID-19 positive cases in just 14 days. In it s C OV I D - 1 9

GUINSILIBAN, Camiguin—With the theme, “Youth Engagement for Global Action,” the Sangguniang Kabataan (SK) of Guinsiliban celebrates the Linggo ng Kabataan and International Youth Day with various lined-up activities. On August 12, Guinsiliban SK will conduct the Inter-Barangay SK Tiktok Challenge, and the Oplan Linis Kabataan at Baywalk, Liong, August 14. Another clean-up drive will be held at Cabuan Coastal Village and Mt. Cardo, North Poblacion, August 21 and 22, respectively. To strengthen the SK’s anti-child labor campaign, the SK will conduct the inspection and spot check of establishments at Barangays

Liong and Maac, August 26. On the same day, the SK will also hold the Operation Baklas-Tobacco Control at North and South Poblacion. An outreach program, Serbisyo Caravan, will be held at Barangay Butay, August 28. Strictly observing the minimum public health standards and further urge engagement of the youth in the midst of COVID-19 crisis, Guinsiliban SK will also hold the Quaran Selfie Video Challenge, Musikabataan Singing-Songwriting Competition, Poster Making Contest, and the National Heroes Look-a-Like Challenge. The Linggo ng Kabataan Awarding Ceremony 2020 will be held at the Municipal Hall, August 31. (RTP/ PIA10)

dashboard dated Aug. 12, 2010, the DOH regional office recorded a total 102 COVID-19 positive cases in Iligan City with 52 locally transmitted cases in addition to 50 COVID-19 cases contributed by returning overseas workers and locally stranded individual.

Subaan said that the IATF-Iligan is assessing the situation, especially on the effects of the local economy once an ECQ is declared in Iligan City. He said that the plan is to place Iligan City under ECQ effective Monday, August 17, 2020.

School administrative software Guinsiliban SK celebrates Linggo ng Kabataan By ANALYN P. GERONDIO Administrative Assistant II Division of Ozamiz City

A school management software is a collection of computer instructions, specially designed to manage the day-to-day administrative tasks of schools. School management software allow schools to digitally monitor the daily activities along with managing all the resources and information on a single platform. In contemporary, most of the schools are using school management software to increase efficiency, productivity, and hence saving a lot of time involved to carry out various administrative operations. These software also help in reducing the pressure of managing huge data from schools. Right from keeping a track of a student’s atten-

dance to generating aesthetic report cards with a single click, school management software let schools perform a large number of tasks with the power of automation. Parents can easily keep track of their ward’s performance and look after his or her academic needs. Not to mention, school management system have rightly replaced the traditional method of data management with pen and register, thus reducing the possibility of errors in the process. Furthermore, a lot of expenditure and time is saved, letting the school staff perform more work in a lesser amount of time and that too with higher accuracy.

Republic of the Philippines Province of Bukidnon

MUNICIPALITY OF MARAMAG

OFFICE OF THE MUNICIPAL MAYOR

MESSAGE

On behalf of the Local Government Unit and the entire constituents in the municipality of Maramag, we pray and wish you well on your special day. Gov., you are a special person and an inspiration to all of us. We are thankful for you and pray that as you celebrate your birthday, you will be graced with many more years filled with sound health and joy. Today, we get to remember you as God’s gift to the people of Bukidnon. You have exhibited uncommon wisdom, remarkable vision, and exemplary leadership even during these trying times of our province and the rest of the country brought about by the worldwide health crisis. We pray that the Almighty God will continue to give you strength and guidance in discharging the bounden duty to lead the people of Bukidnon towards healing and recovery. Happy Birthday Governor Jose Ma. R. Zubiri, Jr.

BIRTHDAY Greetings from:

HON. ATTY. JOSE JOEL P. DOROMAL Municipal Mayor Maramag, Bukidnon

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Govt hospital wont accept patients from Barangay 35 By GERRY LEE GORIT, Correspondent

Local residents keep themselves busy cleaning Bitan-ag Creek in Barangay 35. Punong Barangay 35 Joe Ligtas says dozens of residents work under Cash For Work program. photo by gerry lee gorit

C AG AYA N d e O ro City--Despite repeated warnings from President Rodrigo Duterte, a government hospital in Cagayan de Oro City continues to refuse patients from Barangay 35, a barangay official lamented yesterday. Joe Ligtas, punong barangay of 35, said a number of patients were refused admission to JR Borja Hospital (city

hospital). L igt as s aid t hes e patients are refused admission to the city hospital even if they are auffering from minor health problems. He said representatives from Barangay 35 were just tld to directy send patients immediately to the Northern Mindanao Medical Center (NMMC), also called provincial hospital. He said a certain R aymunda Bantilan who is reportedly suffering from Loose Bowel Movement (LBM) expired to hospital 3 days afte admission. She reportedly died of kidney failure. Another resident, said Ligtas, identified as a certain 47-year-old Pedring Cagape is now admitted in hospital after complaining of

LBM. Ligtas said a number of Barangay 35 residents are suffering from dehydration. "Didto na lang daw namo i diretso sa provincial hospital para ma swab test dayon among pasyente," said Ligtas. At least five zones in Barangay 35 were locked down for 22 days after two of its residents were infected with Covid. Ligtas said 952 families in Barangay 35 were locked down for at least 22 days. In the meantine, Barangay 35 has launched massive clean up drive at Bitan-ag Creek as part of the barangay's anti-dengue campaign. "We employed dozens of residents as part of our Cash For Work program," said ligtas.

Teaching strategies to build learner’s confidence By EILBE R. TIRO Teacher I Claveria Central School

For many learners, selfconfidence is a natural personality trait: You either have it or you don’t. Confident learners tend to speak more and know how to get their point across. For those learners who aren’t so confident, learning new material can feel like swimming upstream. These learners are always questioning their abilities and tend to shy away from answering questions. According to Teach Hub, confidence can also be taught via some creative teaching strategies. We as teachers have a powerful influence on our students, and we can help them feel confident and proud of themselves and their accomplishments. We can help them feel secure enough that they are willing and able to learn new material. Here are a few teaching strategies to do just that. One, offer praise and acknowledge learner’s accomplishments, both in private and in front of their classmates. Always start with a positive statement, and then you can add on by referring to what they need to work on. Try not to correct every single thing the learner says wrong. Do not interrupt the learner when they are talking to correct them -- this will harm their confidence, not boost it. Also, set attainable goals from the start of the

year. This is a surefire way for learners to see how much they have grown. Give learners the opportunity to choose what they learn -- this will help them build their self-worth. Try a learning menu or choice board where learners get to choose which activities they want to learn about. Consequently, make sure to always express a positive attitude to all of your learners. This will show them that you are on their side, and that they are worth your attention. As teachers, we should also create opportunities for learners to succeed by building on their strengths. If a learner knows a lot of information about something, ask them to tell you about it. “I am unfamiliar with how the new gaming system works, can you please explain it to me?” Asking learners for their help is a great confidence boost to their ego. And, on top of it encourage learners to do better than they did before. For example, if Brady got a B on his science test, encourage him to get an A this time. It’s important for learners to compete against themselves not their classmates. We should keep a log of how well all learners are doing, and what they are good at and what they need to work on. This careful monitoring will help you catch problems as they arise.

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Bus firm resumes Mindanao routes C By PNA

AG AYA N D E ORO CIT Y – Buses have been now allowed to ply inter-regional routes in some parts of Mindanao, the Yanson Group of Bus C omp ani es (YGBC) said Tuesday. The YGBC said at least five routes have been reopened after the Inter-Agency Task Force (IATF) and the Land Transportation Franchising and Regulatory Board (LTFRB) have approved the resumption of these routes. It can be recalled that bus operations were ordered suspended by the government following the outbreak of the coronavirus disease 2019 (Covid-19). Celer Estologa, the YGBC spokesperson for Mindanao, said the bus company’s subsidiary Bachelor Express, Inc. was allowed to resume

operations to ply those routes after complying with the requirements set by the LTFRB 13 (Caraga region), especially on the strict observance of health protocols inside buses and in terminals. Estologa said the inter-regional trips are scheduled every Tuesday, Thursday, and Saturday. The LTFRB said passengers from outside the region would only be allowed to board if they could present the required documents. Passengers are also required to wear face masks at all times. Starting August 15, the wearing of face shields would be mandatory. Estologa said the YGBC would comply with whatever guidelines the IATF and LTFRB would issue in the future, keeping in mind the safety and well-be-

Parent involvement in the early childhood By EILBE R. TIRO Teacher I Claveria Central School

Parent involvement typically involves parents’ behaviours in home and school settings meant to support their children’s educational progress. Measures of parent involvement commonly include the quality and frequency of communication with teachers as well as participation in school functions and activities. According to Dearing et. al. (2004), parent involvement also characterizes parents’ values and attitudes regarding education and the aspirations they hold for their children. Although values and attitudes may not directly influence academic outcomes, they may enhance academic achievement indirectly by promoting children’s motivation and persistence in challenging educational tasks. Parent involvement bridges two key contexts in children’s early development, namely the home and school settings. Within an ecological framework, the home and school contexts are characterized as autonomous microsystems and parent involvement is conceptualized as a mesosystem, which is made up of interactions between key microsystems. Although each setting can indepen-

dently influence a child, together the home and school contexts interact to offer a unique influence. In this study parent involvement is conceptualized as a product of the interaction between the influences of school and home settings by providing continuity between the two environments. For example, if parents are aware of a teacher’s instructional goals, they may provide resources and support for those learning aims at home. Similarly, in terms of social development, parent involvement may facilitate the development of consistent disciplinary approaches across home and school. Accumulating evidence suggests that these parenting practices are associated with higher academic success in the early grades, although links to socio-emotional outcomes remain less clear. As a public school teacher, it is worthy to note that the support and involvement of the parents are really vital in achieving better academic performance of the pupils. Moreover, it is also important that the teacher should have good relationship and better communication schemes with the parents.

ing of its employees and the general public. “Our critical role during these tough times is to lead our people on how to sustain and provide safe and better service to the riding public. Our natural resiliency is greater than the challenges brought by Covid-19,” he said. (PNA)

(File photo)

In be half of the whole Municipality of Kibawe, I am sending you our warmest greeting on your birthday Governor Jose Ma. R. Zubiri Jr. We are always thankful for the undying support you have given for the people of Bukidnon, especially in Kibawe. Through your years of service, we felt your presence and how you deeply love Kibawe, you've always been at the back of all Kibaweños. Continue to be an inspiration to many, May God shower you with more years to give transparent service. From the people of Kibawe, Happiest Birthday Governor. Jose Ma. R. Zubiri Jr.! Godspeed! #UswagBukidnon #UswagKIBAWE

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Dinagat mining firm joins fight vs. sargassum debris

AGDIANAO, Dinagat Islands – Seen as a blight on shorelines and considered a nuisance by fishermen, the sargassum seaweed is now being used to fertilize the mined-out lands of nickel miner Cagdianao Mining Corporation (CMC) here. Locally known as “samo”, these dense floating clusters of brown seaweeds would tangle on nets and boat propellers of local fishermen. Piles of sargassum would also cover beaches, making regular cleanup necessary to prevent them from overwhelming coastal ecosystems, according to CMC. In several coastal regions that depend largely on tourism and marine resources, such as the Caribbean and the coastal parts of America,

the recurring seaweed influxes caused by sargassum are considered a national emergency. To help the community "sustainably control" sargassum inundation, CMC's Mine and Environment Protection and Enhancement Office began experimenting in 2018 on the viability of using sargassum extracts as fertilizers to be used in the mining company’s mined out areas. The experiment led to the development of CMC’s Sargassum Liquid Fertilizer (SLF) using the sargassum gathered from the shorelines around the mine site. Less than two years since the start of the experiment, CMC said the SLF is now being used as organic fertilizer for most of the planting materials or seedlings being

21st century learning By MARIA AIRES Q. BAGAYNA Teacher I Claveria Central School

With the advent of modern technology nowadays, everything sweeps to its peak. Teachers must duly consider the needs and competencies of the 21st century learners in today’s generation. The term 21st century skills is generally used to refer to certain core competencies such as collaboration, digital literacy, critical thinking, and problem-solving that advocates believe schools need to teach to help learners thrive in today’s world. Perhaps the fact that learners nowadays like to socialize isn’t something that has changed all that much, but collaboration is becoming an increasingly important component of classroom instruction. With curricula previously structured for learning that was mainly an individual activity with a touch of collaboration, the approach has now been flipped. These learners want and expect to work together, and many teachers are incorporating more class projects and group work into their instruction as a result. The 21st century learner is extremely tech savvy. They’ve grown up in a world of instant Internet access and can use computer programs with ease. Many schools are making an effort to engage these digital natives by supplying tablets so they can learn on the go, or allowing them to use the Internet to research educational topics and connect with other

learners across the globe. Moreover, one noticeable characteristic of 21st century learners is that these students want and expect to have a say in their education. In fact, many teachers are finding that 21st century learners respond much better when they feel that their voices are being heard. To allow learners to take the reins in their education and be active learners, teachers can ask learners to help them develop a list of classroom rules and consequences, or set aside a period of time each day where the class can discuss topics that interest them. Also, one of the skills that the 21st century learners must intensify is their critical thinking. Critical thinking has become a buzzword, coming to the fore, and students are now expected to use that skill to evaluate situations and problem solve. The idea is that the ability to think critically can be applied to all subjects and areas of learners’ lives, even beyond their K-12 education. Teachers are expected to help learners develop the ability to look at problems from many different angles, rather than simply repeating and memorizing the “right answer.” Teachers can help learners learn to think critically by presenting them with open-ended problems and encouraging them to come up with creative solutions. Thus, as a 21st century teacher, we must also keep in upbeat with our learners.

groomed at the CMC nurseries, to be planted at the mining company’s mined out areas. “The challenge of the sargassum in Dinagat Islands has not yet reached crisis level like in other countries but CMC is already designing ways to help the communities address their own challenges with the sargassum,” engineer Arnilo C. Milaor, CMC resident mine manager, said Friday. Recognizing the ecological importance of sargassum as essential fish habitat and its global role in the ocean sequestration of carbon, Milaor clarified that the company only har vests "strandings" or those that have already washed ashore. This, he said, helps coastal villages control the unsightly influxes while reducing the adverse impact of sargassum inundations on mangroves and seagrass beds. According to CMC ag-

SARGASSUM CLEANUP, HARVESTING. Cagdianao Mining employees gather sargassum strands or debris around the shorelines of the company’s mine site in Barangay Valencia, Cagdianao, Dinagat Islands. The company makes its own liquid fertilizer from sargassum, which is generally viewed as an eyesore by locals and a nuisance by fishermen. (Contributed photo)

riculturist Jessie Dumanig, the SLF has been proven to be "very successful" in growing crops in the mining company’s rehabilitated area.

Handwashing techniques and practices By CECILIA P. CASTRO Barangay Secretary Bacolod, Ozamiz City

HANDWASHING with soap is important because children are the most energetic, enthusiastic and open to new ideas and change. As powerful agents of behavioural change, children can take lessons they have learned at school back home to teach their parents, siblings and elders on good hygiene behaviors such as handwashing with soap. Washing hands with soap reduces the incidence of diarrhea and acute respiratory infections by more than 20 percent. Handwashing promotion in schools can play a role in reducing the number of days children miss school. Studies reveal that promotion and distribution of soaps in primary schools result in more than 50 percent fewer days of absence

“The recorded harvest in 2019 was almost 500 kilograms of fruits and vegetables, such as pepper, bitter gourd, eggplant, tomato, corn, mash melon, and cabbage, from our demonstration farms using the

SLF, and in 2020 to date, we have a record of some 500 kilograms of fruits and vegetables from the agroforestry demo gardens in the mine site, exclusively using our organic SLF,” Dumanig See DINAGAT, page 15

Stress management at work By ROCHE U. BUDIONGAN

among students compared to schools without such an intervention. Regular handwashing is also one of the best ways to remove germs, avoid getting sick and prevent the spread of germs to others. It’s quick, simple and can keep us all from getting sick. These handwashing stations are simple, scalable and sustainable and rely on usage of minimum water while the facilities are developed using local materials. For older children, the handwashing facility should be located near the place where children defecate. For younger children, teachers may prefer to have the facilities located in or near the classroom so they can supervise the handwashing.

WHAT is stress? Stress is nothing else but your body’s response to mental or emotional pressure. Some stress may be good as it can make one perform better to overcome the situation or situations that are causing it. When we are not able to manage stress and let it get the better of us, then it becomes a problem and now we have to find ways of managing. Otherwise, it takes us down or puts us in a worse situation, say depression. When stress overwhelms us, it will damage our relationships, our moods and as mentioned earlier, have a very negative impact on our health. The effects of stress on our bodies are immense. If we are under prolonged stress, our immune sys-

tem can be compromised, making us susceptible to frequent infections. Even viral illnesses like the common cold and flu will be prevalent. Stress affects our muscles. They tense up when we are stressed. This is the body’s way of guarding itself against injury. With taut muscles, tenstion-type headaches are very common. The heart beats faster when one is under stress. This in effect can trigger other conditions like asthma or panic attacks. Continued levels of high stress can have adverse effects on the heart and the other organs related to it. These can lead to problems with blood pressure, having adverse effects on other organs of the body.

Skills of a school administrative assistant By MARIA ELENA L. GUANGCO Administrative Assistant II Division of Ozamiz

Administrative assistants, secretaries, and receptionists have a reputation of simply needing to answer the phone and greet office guests. In reality, they are the foundation of businesses, enabling each team member to get the job done. Responsible for organizing schedules, communicating on behalf of executives, maintaining contact lists, and more, they serve as a critical support role. Considering they are such an inte-

gral part of business teams, there’s no denying that administrative assistants need to exhibit the right skillset to stand out to employers. Having the technological skills necessary to perform data entry, manage team calendars, and create company reports are highly sought after admin skills in assistants. It’s important to be familiar with Microsoft Office software like Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, and more.

It’s also not uncommon for admin assistants to help input data into a customer relationship management (CRM) system, customer service platform, or virtual help desk. This means you need to have a thorough understanding of computer software, browsers, and operating systems in order to perform the job. One of the most important administrative skills you can exhibit as an admin assistant are your communication abilities.

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Deal to boost MSMEs enforcement of IP rights in e-commerce inked MANILA – The Intellectual Property Office of the Philippines (IPOPHL) has signed its first partnership agreement with the British embassy in Manila to strengthen enforcement of intellectual property (IP) rights in e-commerce and enhance the competitiveness and financial leverage of businesses, especially micro, small and medium enterprises (MSMEs), with IP. IPOPHL Director General Rowel Barba and Her Majesty’s Ambassador to the

Philippines Daniel Pruce signed the memorandum of understanding (MOU) through an online ceremony held on August 6. “This MOU will complement our ongoing efforts in activating more policies within government and campaigns within the whole of society toward making e-commerce safer and more sustainable to business. This MoU can also bring positive outcomes in enabling businesses to extract the most from their IP assets, from using them to access

financing and to build their competitiveness in various markets,” Barba said in a statement Tuesday. The MOU specifically aims to design a comprehensive regulatory framework for a more sustainable e-commerce regime in the Philippines; strengthen IP enforcement at the border; and share best practices that will enable businesses, especially MSMEs, in both the consumer and creative industries, to capitalize their IP assets to gain access to financing and advance in

the competition within their industries. The MOU helps promote certain goals of the 20202025 IP Rights Action Plan of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (Asean), such as developing a data collection methodology of IP enforcement cases. This will be developed and pilot-tested in the Philippines for the eventual benefit of all Asean members in strengthening their respective enforcement regimes. Another Asean goal it supports is the creation of a comprehensive manual on legal actions which businesses can take to enforce their IP rights in both physical and digital marketplaces. The manual is seen to enhance local and foreign businesses’ access to justice as they are provided more understanding on the

remedies available to them whenever their rights are infringed. “ This MOU signing marks the continued implementation of policy support and technical assistance of the United Kingdom (UK) to the Philippines through the UK Prosperity Fund Asean Economic Reform Programme,” Pruce said. The UK Prosperity Fund is a 1.2-billion euro fund spread over seven years, to improve business environments of different countries, creating a secondary benefit where UK businesses can have opportunities resulting from their economic growth. “With the signing of the MOU, we look forward to more cooperation in our exciting next stage of our partnership. Moreover, we look forward to closer collaboration between our

R. A 9048 Form No 10.1 (LCRO) Republic of the Philippines Local Civil Registry Office Province; Lanao Del Norte City /Municipality: Iligan City NOTICE FOR PUBLICATION

Republic of the Philippines REGIONAL TRIAL COURT 10TH Judicial Region Branch 16, Tangub City OFFICE OF THE CLERK OF COURT AND EX-OFFICIO SHERIFF NOTICE OF EXTRA-JUDICIAL SALE EJF-2020-001 Upon extra-judicial petition for sale under 3135 as amended by act 4118 filed by DEEMAR D. SUICO, Lam-an Ozamiz City against MIRA BELLE V. TAGDULANG to satisfy the mortgage which as of June 17,2019 amounts to Three Million Seven Hundred Forty One Thousand Seven Hundre Ninety Nine Pesos (Php 3,741,799.00) excluding interest, attorneys fees, and other lawful fees for the service of foreclosure, the undersigned Sheriff will sell at public auction on September 22,2020 at 10:00 o’clock in the morning or soon thereafter at the office of the Clerk of Court, Regional Trial Court, Br. 16, Tangub City, to the highest bidder in cash, Philippine Currency the herein mortgage property to wit: KATIBAYAN NG ORIHINAL NA TITULO Blg. P-741 TD. NO. 98732 “A parcel of land Lot No. 17574, Cad. 271, identical to lot 16842-B, Csd-10-016084-D, situated in the Barrio of Sta. Cruz; City of Tangub; Province of Misamis Occidental; Island of Mindanao Bounded on the SE., along line 1-2 by lot 17573, Cad. 271 identical to lot 16842-A, Csd-10-016084-D, along lines 2-3-4 by lot 17575, Cad. 271, identical to lot 16842C, Csd-10-016084-D; on the SW., and NW., along line 4-5 by lot 762, Cad. 271; along line 5-6-7 by lot 810, Cad. 271; on the NE., along line 7-8-9-1 by road. Containing an area of Forty Seven Thousand Eighty Four (47,084) SQUARE METERS. All points referred to are marked on the ground as indicated on the plan. All sealed bids must be submitted to the undersigned on the above stated time, date and place of auction sale. In the event that the public auction should not take place on said date or there is only one bidder, it shall be held on September 24,2020 at the same time & place without further notive. Bidders are enjoined to investigate for themselves any encumbrance on the herein property if any there be.

July 24,2020, at Tangub City, Philippines.

FOR THE EX-OFFICIO SHERIFF:

BY: (Sgd.) WILLIAM C. ARANIEGO Sheriff IV Copy furnished: Mira Belle V. Tagdulang Block 19, Lot 11, St. Dominic’s Place Sudtunggan, Basak, Lapu-lapu City, Cebu MDN: Aug 1, 8 & 15, 2020

In compliance with Section 5 of R.A. 904, a notice is hereby served to the public that ROSITA A. CORTE has filed with this Office a petition for Change of First Name from “ROSA” to “ROSITA” in the Certificate live of birth ROSA ANTICAMARA who was born on JULY 24, 1955 at Iligan City, Lanao del Norte and whose parents BERNARDA ARMADA and BASILIO ANTICAMARA. Any person adversely affected by said petition may file his written opposition with this office not later than SEPTEMBER 2020

(SGD) MARIA PURA C. MASCARINAS City Civil Registrar

MDN: Aug 8 & 15, 2020

nations and work together to shape the UK’s dynamic partnership with Asean and the Southeast Asia region,” Pruce added. NOTICE Notice is hereby given that the intestate estate of the late JOSE B. MUNGCA who died on December 18, 2019 at Howard Hubbard Memorial Hospital Polomolok South Cotabato;, left a parcel of land Lot #25, PSD-11-026741 (AR) located at Barangay Matutum (now landan) Municipality of Polomolok, Province of South Cotabato, containing an area of FOURTEEN THOUSAND NINE HUNDRED THIRTY THREE (14,933) SQUARE METERS, more or less, covered by TCT. No. T-87024, is the subject of Affidavit of Adjudication of Sole Heirs, under the Notarial Registry of ATTY. EDUARDO T. PESCADERO per Doc. No. 261, Page No. 51, Book No. 143, Series of 2020.

EXTRAJUDICIAL SETTLEMENT WITH DEED OF ABSOLUTE SALE KNOW ALL MEN BY THESE PRESENTS: That the late PEDRO RACINES JR., who died on April 23, 2013, in Cagayan de Oro City, that the deceased died intestate, without will or testament, and without any outstanding debts in favor of any person or entity; that during his lifetime the deceased was the conjugal-owner of property, situated in Camaman-an, Cagayan de Oro City and more particularly described as follows; TCT NO. T-97935, situated in the Barrio of Camaman-an, City of Cagayan de Oro City, Island of Mindanao, containing an area of SIX THOUSAND EIGHT HUNDRED SEVENTY FIVE (6,875) SQUARE METERS MORE OR LESS, and has been the subject of an EXTRAJUDICIAL SETTLEMENT WITH DEED OF ABSOLUTE SALE, filed by the heirs of PEDRO RACINES JR., per DOC #379; PAGE #76; BOOK #81; Series of 2015, under the Notarial Registry of ATTY. QUINTILIANITO S. BABARIN, JR.

NOTICE Notice is hereby given that the intestate estate of the late Spouses Diory Bagatila who died on August 23, 1989 and Norma Bensorto Bagatila who died on June 25, 2014 both at Barangay Upper Klinan, Polonolok, South Cotabato, left a; “A parcel of land, Lot No. 1816F, Blk. No. 13, CSD-11-002677-D, situated at Barangay of Upper Klinan, Municipality of Polomolok, Province of South Cotabato, Island of Mindanao, containing an area of THIRTEEN THOUSAND EIGHT HUNDRED EIGHTY FIVE (13,885) SQUARE METRES, more or less, covered by Tax Declaration No. M-2300445.” AND “A parcel of land, Lot No. 20, Blk. No. 14, CSD-11-002971-D, situated at Barangay of Upper Klinan, Municipality of Polomolok, Province of South Cotabato, Island of Mindanao, containing an area of SIX HUNDRED (600) SQUARE METERS, more or less, covered by Tax Declaration No. M-2300515, with residential house/SOCOTECO II and WATER connections” That the deceased left no debts and no personal properties are involved in this Extra-Judicial Partition; That in so far as the afore described lot is concerned by theses presents the heirs hereto with full civil capacity and legal rights in consonance to the provision of Rule 74, Sec. 1 of the New Rules of Court shall DIVIDE AND ADJUDICATE unto ourselves in EQUAL SHARE or SHARE ALIKE; “A portion of Lot No. 1816-F, Blk. No. 13, CSD-11-002677-D, situated at Barangay of Upper Klinan, Municipality of Polomolok, Province of South Cotabato, Island of Mindanao, containing an area of TWO THOUSAND FIVE HUNDRED (2,500) SQUARE METERS, more or less, covered by Tax Declaration No. M-2300445”. “A portion of Lot No. 1816-F, Blk. No. 13, CSD-11-002677-D, situated at Barangay of Upper Klinan, Municipality of

Polomolok, Province of South Cotabato, Island of Mindanao, containing an area of TWO THOUSAND FIVE HUNDRED (2,500) SQUARE METERS, more or less, covered by Tax Declaration No. M-2300445”. “A portion of Lot No. 1816-F, Blk. No. 13, CSD-11-002677-D, situated at Barangay of Upper Klinan, Municipality of Polomolok, Province of South Cotabato, Island of Mindanao, containing an area of TWO THOUSAND FIVE HUNDRED (2,500) SQUARE METERS, more or less, covered by Tax Declaration No. M-2300445”. “A portion of Lot No. 1816-F, Blk. No. 13, CSD-11-002677-D, situated at Barangay of Upper Klinan, Municipality of Polomolok, Province of South Cotabato, Island of Mindanao, containing an area of TWO THOUSAND FIVE HUNDRED (2,500) SQUARE METERS, more or less, covered by Tax Declaration No. M-2300445”. “A portion of Lot No. 1816-F, Blk. No. 13, CSD-11-002677-D, situated at Barangay of Upper Klinan, Municipality of Polomolok, Province of South Cotabato, Island of Mindanao, containing an area of TWO THOUSAND FIVE HUNDRED (2,500) SQUARE METERS, more or less, covered by Tax Declaration No. M-2300445”. “A parcel of land, Lot No. 20, Blk. No. 14, CSD-11-00297 1-D, situated at Barangay of Upper Klinan, Municipality of Polomolok, Province of South Cotabato, Island of Mindanao, containing an area of SIX HUNDRED (600) SQUARE METERS, more or less, covered by Tax Declaration No. M-2300515, with residential house/ SOCOTECO II and WATER connection” Is the subject Deed of extrajudicial partition of the estate of the late spouses Diory Bagatila and Norma Bensorto Bagatila under tha Notarial Registry of Atty. Ermando E. Magalong per doc no. 26, page no. 6, book no. 199, series of 2019

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SALE OF A PORTION OF LAND KNOW ALL MEN BY THESE PRESENTS: This EXTRAJUDICIAL SETTLEMENT made and entered into by and among: JOSE R. NEQUIN, of legal age, Filipino citizen, widower and a resident of Violeta, Malaybalay,City. CESAR S. NEQUIN, of legal age, Filipino citizen, single and a resident of Violeta, Malaybalay,City. MYRNA N. DIONALDO, of legal age, Filipino citizen ,married and a resident of Violeta, Malaybalay City,Bulkidnon. MERLYN N. CADERMA, of legal age, Filipino citizen, married and a resident of Violeta,Malaybalay City, Bukidnon. MERLIE S. NEQUIN, of legal age, Filipino citizen, single and resident of Violeta, Malaybalay, City. MARICEL N. MONTAÑEZ, of legal age, Filipino citizen, single and a resident of Kalasungay, Malaybalay City,Bukidnon. LATE MELY S. NEQUIN-ENCLONAR, duly represented by her son CHRISTIAN NEQUIN, of legal age, Filipino citizen, single and a resident of Violeta ,Malaybalay City,Bukidnon. WITNESSETH: That the above-name parties, all of legal age, all are the legitimate children and sole heirs of deceased VICTORIA R. SERAPE-NEQUIN, who died on 14 MARCH 1999 in Violeta, Malaybalay City.Bukidnon, without any will. TRANSFER CERTIFICATE OF TITLE NO. ET-2270 Lot 218-F Bsd-10-000585 (OLT) A PARCEL OF LAND (Lot 218-FBsd-10-000585 (OLT), being a portion of Lot 218, CAD 158, Simaya, Municipality of Malaybalay, Province of Bukidnon, Island of Mindanao. Containing an area of NINE THOUSAND SIX HUNDRED SEVENTY SIX (9,676) SQUARE METERS more or less. Is subject of EXTRAJUDICIAL PARTITION AND SETTLEMENT AMONG HEIRS PLUS DEED OF ABSOLUTE SALE OF A PORTION OF LAND. Under the Notarial Registry of Atty. Jay Warren R. Pabillaran, Notary Public, per Doc. No. 449; Page No. 91; Book No. XLI; Series of 2019. MDN: Aug 8, 15 & 22, 2020

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PH develops, learns patterns to boost recovery: DOF chief By JOANN VILLANUEVA

PH records 73% drop in visitor arrivals in first 7 months of 2020 By JOYCE ANN L. ROCAMORA, PNA

MANILA – The Philippine tourism industry continues to feel the impact of the coronavirus pandemic as reflected in the 73 percent drop in foreign visitor arrivals for the first seven months of 2020 from the same period last year. Tourism Undersecretary Benito Bengzon Jr. said only about 1.3 million visitors from January to July 2020 have been recorded, down from the 4,852,107 international tourists in the same months in 2019. He also reported that tourism revenue dived 72 percent to PHP81 billion in the same period. “Clearly the tourism industry has been severely affected by the pandemic and of course this is a result of the travel restrictions that were imposed in the middle of March,” he said in an interview over ANC. In March 2020, the govNOTICE Notice is hereby given that an ExtraJudicial Settlement with Deed of Absolute Sale is made and entered into by and among the hiers of the late MANUELA M POPERA who died intestate on April 6 2012, Namely; Jaime R.Popera, widower of Manuela Popera, Chona P.Napisa,Nick M.Popera and Emilita P.Torres, all of legal age, married and Filipino citizens are all the sole heirs of the said late Manuela Popera, That the aforementioned deceased at the time of her death left the following property describe as Lot No.1799-B,declared under T.D.No.03000202882, registered under T.C.T.No.T-2457 in the name of Manuela POPERA,with an area of 3,516 Sq.Mtrs.located at Villarosa,Benoni,Mahinog Camiguin. That the said Parties(hiers) agreed to divide and adjudicate among themselves equally the said property and with their full and legal capacity agreed to sell a portion of the said lot to APPLE CRIS BARROS DE LOS REYES of legal age Filipino citizen and single, (referred as the Vendee) the portion identified as Lot No.1799-B-1, with an area of 1,325 sq.mtrs., that for and in consideration of the sum of 650,000.00Php.Phil.Currency which the Vendors confirm to have received to their full satisfaction the complete purchase price having been paid and delivered to them by the Vendee, the Vendors absolutely and irrevocably Sell, transfer,and convey Lot No.1799B-1 to the said Vendee and her hiers and assigns. Executed by Hiers of said late Manuela Popera, under the Notarial Registry of Atty.Carlo C.Borromeo, Per Doc.No.17; Page No.4; Book No.X; Series of 2018.

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ernment decided to issue various travel restrictions to foreign visitors as the coronavirus spread across the globe. With virtually no foreigners visiting the country, Bengzon is optimistic local travel could fill in the gaps once tourism activities fully resume and local destinations reopen. He said that 10.8 percent of the country’s GDP could be attributed to domestic tourism. Based on the latest data from the Philippine Statistics Authority, the domestic tourism expenditure reached PHP3.1 trillion See VISITOR, page 15

MANILA – Department of Finance (DOF) Secretary Carlos Dominguez III remains hopeful for the recovery of the Philippine economy even as possible vaccines against the coronavirus disease 2019 (Covid-19) are still under clinical studies. “I believe we will be able to develop and learn behavior patterns and appropriate technology that will allow us to operate effectively and efficiently… And safely of course,” he told journalists in a Viber message Tuesday. Aut hor it i e s re m ai n hopeful for the eventual

AFFIDAVIT OF ADJUDICATION OF SOLE HEIR

Republic of the Philippines Province of Misamis Oriental MUNICIPALITY OF CLAVERIA

KNOW ALL MEN BY THESE PRESENTS:

Local Civil Registry Office

That the late ROBERT CONDE ESTREMOS, who died intestate on December 20, 2017 as in Madonna and Child Hospital Cagayan de Oro City, Misamis Oriental, That during the lifetime of the deceased left a parcel of land with Transfer Certificate of Title No. 137-20192898, situated in Lumbia, Cagayan de Oro City, Misamis Oriental, containing an area of SEVENTY (70) square meters, more or less, and has been the subject of an AFFIDAVIT OF ADJUDICATION OF SOLE HEIR, filed by the heirs of ROBERT CONDE ESTREMOS, per DOC #392; PAGE #79; BOOK #91; Series of 2020, under the Notarial Registry of ATTY. QUINTILIANITO S. BABARIN, JR.

NOTICE FOR PUBLICATION In compliance with Section 7 of R.A. No. 10172, a notice is hereby served to the public that DARREN BAYUDO NAGANDANG has filed with this Office a Petition for Correction of Clerical Error in the Entry of SEX from “MALE” to “FEMALE” in the Certificate of Live Birth of DARREN BAYUDO NAGANDANG who was born on APRIL 2, 1992 at CLAVERIA, MISAMIS ORIENTAL and whose parents are ABNER NAGANDANG and MICHAELA BAYUDO. Any person adversely affected by said petition may file his/her written opposition with this Office not later than AUGUST 8, 2020.

KNOW ALL MEN BY THESE PRESENTS: This EXTRAJUDICIAL SETTLEMENT OF ESTATE WITH WAIVER OF RIGHT, made and entered into by and among: DOVIGEL P. JANLAY ,of legal age ,single, a resident of Block 24 lot 4, Villa Trinitas subdivision Bugo, Cagayan de Oro City, and VIVIAN P. JANLAY, of legal age, widow and a resident of Kiongkog, Palabucan, Libona, Bukidnon. WITNESSETH: That we are the surviving heirs of the late EMELIO E. JANLAY, who died intestate on October 11, 2015, in the City of Cagayan de Oro City,Philippines; That the said deceased, at the time of his death, left a certain real property situated in Batingtingan, Alae, Manolo Fortich, Bukidnon and more particularly described as follows, to wit: “A parcel of land which is a portion of LOT H-17162 situated at Alae, Maluko, Manolo Fortich, Bukidnon ,Philippines ,known as 6 (LRC-PSD-225844, containg an area of FORTY SEVEN THOUSAND EIGHT HUNDRED NINETY SEVEN (47,897) square meters,more or less, and covered by Transfer Certiificate no. 242 in the name of Rafael Eduria” That no personal properties are involved in this extrajudicial settlement; That to the best knowledge and information of the parties hereto, the said deceased left no debts; That a true copy of this extrajudicial settlement will be published once a week for three consecutive weeks in a newspaper of general circulation; IS SUBJECT OF DEED OF EXTRAJUDICIAL SETTLEMENT WITH WAIVER OF RIGHT, under the Notarial Registry of Atty. SAMSON A. AGUILAR, Notary Public, per Doc. No. 220; Page No. 45; Book No. I, Series of 2020; MDN: Aug. 15, 22 & 29, 2020

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(SGD) ANNA VICTORIA A. EVANGELISTA Municipal Civil Registrar

EXTRAJUDICIAL SETTLEMENT OF ESTATE AMONG HEIRS WITH DEED OF ABSOLUTE SALE KNOW ALL MEN BY THESE PRESENTS: That the late JESUS M. CABATINO who died on June 12, 2006, at Cagayan de Oro City, the decedent left the following parcel of land more particularly described as follows, to wit: Transfer Certificate of Title No. T-31329, situated in the barrio of Diklum, Municipality of Manolo Fortich, Province of Bukidnon, Island of Mindanao, containing an area of ELEVEN THOUSAND FIVE HUNDRED EIGHTEEN (11,518) square meters, more or less, filed by the heirs of JESUS M. CABATINO, per DOC #55; PAGE #11; BOOK #45; Series of 2020, under the Notarial Registry of ATTY. PERSEVERANDO D. ARAÑA, JR.

Republic of the Philippine’s SUPREME COURT 4TH SHARI’A CIRCUIT COURT 4th Sharia’ a Judicial District Iligan City IN RE; JOINT PETITION TO APPROVED AND AND REGISTER THE DIVORCE OF SPOUSES JOEPHIL D. PARCO AND JEZYL HYACINT BAYQUEN, JOEPHIL D. PARDO AND JEZYL HYANCINT BAYQUEN, Petitioners. X - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -/

CIVIL CASE NO.2020-157

ORDER Before this court verified joint petition for the approval and registration of the Divorce filed by the petitioners and alleging among others. That petitioners are husband and wife respectively in a marriage performed under Civil rite on JANUARY 18 ,2017 at MANILA CITY HALL ,ARROCEROS , MANILA both petitioner’s had been converted to Muslim and thereby embraced Islam Religion as their new found faith, by virtue of their respective intellectual choices which were duly registered with this court, both of them can be served with summons and other legal process relative to this case at their residents at 10TH East Rosario Heights, Tubod ,ILIGAN CITY , and 32 Mangga Road,Brgy Katuparan,Taguig City , respectively ; That said marriage did not last long due to lack of love and affection until the relationship manifested incompatibility and sustained misunderstanding between petitioners and reached the point of irreconcilability and they separated for more than (1) one years now, they decided to separate live physically in bed and board , thereby , executed Memorandum of Agreement in order to formalize their separation. Since there separation , they had never been communicating or supporting either financially or emotionally to each other, neither minding each other affair’s; Petitioner’s seek judicial decree of divorce, thereby, severing their marriage bond on January 18, 2017 , so that they will have free hand to do what a single man or woman could do without marital burdens. Reconciliation between them has already been diligently employed but all proved futile. WHEREFORE, finding this petition to be sufficient in form and substance, set the initial hearing of this case on September 18, 2020 at 9:00 a.m. at which time, date and place. Any interested party may appear and show why the petition should not be granted. Let copy of this Order be published in a newspaper of General Circulation in the City of Iligan once a week for three (3) consecutive weeks at the expense of the petitioners. SO ORDERED Iligan City, Philippines, this 13th day of August , 2020

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HON. OSOP M. ALI Presiding Judge

Republic of the Philippines SUPREME COURT 4TH SHARI’A CIRCUIT COURT 4th Sharia’ a Judicial District Iligan City IN RE; JOINT PETITION TO APPROVED AND AND REGISTER THE DIVORCE OF SPOUSES MAXIMO A. TRINIDADAND CRYSTAL FAYE G. LAGURA-TRINIDAD,

CIVIL CASE NO.2020-155

MAXIMO A. TRINIDA AND CRYSTAL FAYE G. LAGURA-TRINIDAD, Petitioners. x-------------------------------------------------/ ORDER Before this court verified joint petition for the approval and registration of the Divorce filed by the petitioners and alleging among others. That petitioners are husband and wife respectively in a marriage performed under Civil rite on DECEMBER 17, 2015 at VALENCIA CITY BUKIDNON both petitioner’s had been converted to Muslim and thereby embraced Islam Religion as their new found faith, by virtue of their respective intellectual choices which were duly registered with this court, both of them can be served with summons and other legal process relative to this case at their residents at NO. 20, SAN MIGUEL VILLAGE, PALAO, ILIGAN CITY, and LAKESIDE, BRGY. DON CARLOS SUR, BUKUDNON, respectively; That said marriage did not last long due to lack of love and affection until the relationship manifested incompatibility and sustained misunderstanding between petitioners and reached the point of irreconcilability and they separated for many years now, they decided to separate live physically in bed and board, thereby, executed Memorandum of Agreement in order to formalize their separation. Since there separation, they had never been communicating or supporting either financially or emotionally to each other, neither minding each other affair’s; Petitioner’s seek judicial decree of divorce, thereby, severing their marriage bond on AUGUST 17, 2015, so that they will have free hand to do what a single man or woman could do without marital burdens. Reconciliation between them has already been diligently employed but all proved futile. WHEREFORE, finding this petition to be sufficient in form and substance, set the initial hearing of this case on AUGUST 4, 2020 at 9:00 a.m. at which time, date and place. Any interested party may appear and show why the petition should not be granted. Let copy of this Order be published in a newspaper of General Circulation in the City of Iligan once a week for three (3) consecutive weeks at the expense of the petitioners. SO ORDERED Iligan City, Philippines, this 5th day of August, 2020

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DEED OF EXTRAJUDICIAL SETTLEMENT WITH SALE KNOW ALL MEN BY THESE PRESENTS:

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Notice is hereby given that the EXTRAJUDICIAL SETTLEMENT is entered into by and between the Heirs of the late MARCELINO BACOR namely: Julieta Bacor Tiro, Martin M.Bacor, Heirs of Julia B.Llopez namely: Venus L.Tubiano, Hospecio B.Llopez Jr.,Nelson B.Llopez, & Elmer B.Llopez all of legal age Filipinos, married and resident of Abu,Baylao, Mambajao Camiguin, Catalina L.Bernaldez, married and resident of Kulambog, Cagayan de Oro City, Alma L.Bustamante, Married,and resident of Macabalan,Cagayan De Oro City.,Mark Kevin L.Manile, Single and resident of NHA Kauswagan Cagayan De Oro City represented by their Father and Co-heir Hospecio D.Llopez Filipino, widower and resident of Baylao,Mambajao, Camiguin That the Parties are all legal heirs of the late MARCELINO BACOR who died intestate and who owned the following Parcels of Land which remains Tax Declared in his name: (1) Lot 8167 w/ T.D.No. 020457, (2) Lot 8169 w/ T.D. No. G-008384, (3)Lot 8217 w/ T.D.No. 04000509679, (4) Lot No. 8223, w/ T.D.No. J-04000509804, (5) Lot 8248 w/ T.D.No. 04000509804, (6) Lot 8119 w/ T.D.No. 04000509476, (7)Lot 8204 w/ T.D.No. 04000509683, (8)Lot 8220 w/ T.D.No. 04000509687, (9)Lot 8029 w/ T.D.No. 04000509242, (10)Lot 8031 w/ T.D.No. 04000509243, (11)Lot 8205 w/ T.D.No. 04000509707, (12)Lot 7983 w/T.D.No. 04000509472, (13)Lot 8249 w/ T.D.No. 04000509806, & (14) Lot 8207 w/ T.D.No. 04000509682. That to the best knowledge and information of the said heirs the deceased left No will nor incurred indebtedness during his lifetime, that the said heirs in their full legal capacity agreed to divide and adjudicate among themselves the said Parcels of land which follows; Julieta B.Tiro: Lot 8119,Lot 8248,Lot 8222,Lot 8217,Lot 8169 & Lot 8167, Martin M.Bacor: Lot 8205, Lot 7983, Lot 8249 & Lot 8207, Heirs of Julia B.Llopez: Lot 8204,Lot 8220,Lot 8029,Lot 8031, and Lot 8205, Executed by heirs,under the Notarial Registry of Atty. Carlo C Borromeo, per Doc No.152;Page No.31; Book No.XXV; Series of 2020.

See PATTERN, page 15

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NOTICE DEED OF EXTRAJUDICIAL SETTLEMENT WITH WAIVER OF RIGHT

production of vaccines against Covid-19 by the end of this year. To date, at least three vaccines are now in final stages of studies abroad and these are expected to be produced as early as December this year. Economic managers now see a -5.5 percent output for the domestic economy this year because of the impact of the pandemic, weaker than the earlier revision of between 2 to 3.4 percent. From a revised -0.7 percent growth in the first three months this year, second-quarter growth

dipped by 16.5 percent, the biggest contraction since the Philippine Statistics Authority (PSA) started to use the 1981 series of data sets. Authorities have said the slower domestic output in the second quarter this year is within expectations since the enhanced community quarantine (ECQ) was implemented in mainland Luzon from middle of March until end

HON. OSOP M. ALI Presiding Judge

This EXTRAJUDICIAL SETTLEMENT WITH SALE, made and entered into by and among: INA G. CASTROVERDE, of legal age, Filipino, widow, CHEQUE CASTROVERDE SORIANO, of legal age, Filipino, married and both residents of P-18,Butong, Quezon, Bukidnon now and herein after called as the HEIRS-VENDORS, and LIV RAVEN MEÑEZ, minor age, Filipino, single and a resident of P-6 Dologon, Maramag, Bukidnon, represented by HERME R. MEÑEZ, of legal age, Filipino, married,to RIZZA E. MEÑEZ and a resident of P-6, Dologon, Maramag, Bukidnon now and hereinafter referred to as the VENDEE. WITHNESSETH: That the above-named HEIRSVENDORS such as INA G. CASTROVERDE and CHEQUE CASTROVERDE SORIANO are the surviving spouse and legitimate daughter and the only heirs deceased, TEODORICO CASTROVERDE, WHO DIED October 26, 2017 at Lavina General Hospital, Poblacion, Valencia, City, Bukidnon, without leaving any will and left no known debts; That said deceased at the time of her death, left that certain property more particularly described as follows; A PARCEL OF LAND, situated at Dologon, Maramag, Bukidnon, containing an area of THREE HUNDRED (300) square meters, more or less, known as Lot No. 12, Block 8, (LRC) Psd-157073,covered by TCT No. 50606. That no personal properties are involved in this extrajudicial settlement; That to the best knowledge and information of the parties HEIRSVENDORS hereto, the said deceased left no known debts; That the parties HIERS-VENDORS hereto being all of legal ages and with full civil capacity to contract, hereby by these presents agree to divide, ssettle and adjudicate, as they hereby divide, settle and adjudicate among themselves, the above=described real property, EQUALLY PRO-INDIVISO and by way of SALE. IS SUBJECT OF DEED OF EXTRAJUDICIAL SETTLEMENT WITH SALE, under the Notarial Registry of Atty. FRANCISCO L. VASIG,JR. ,Notary Public, per Doc. No. 406; Page No. 83; Book No. 335; Series of 2020. MDN: Aug. 15, 22 & 29, 2020

13 ‘Land of Covid-19’ tag on PH motivated by tourism competition

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By AZER PARROCHA, PNA

ANILA – Malacañang on Wednesday called for understanding over Thailand’s struggling tourism industry after a Thai newspaper branded the Philippines as “Land of Covid-19” ( c o r o n av i r u s d i s e a s e 2019) in relation to the return of more than a hundred Filipino teachers there. Presidential Spokesperson Harry Roque acknowledged that there is no way to control what neighboring countries say but Filipinos should also take note of its “fierce” competition with Thailand in terms of tourism. “That’s correct and I can’t deny it but there’s also no way we can control what our neighbors say. But do not forget that we are fierce competitors with Thailand when it comes to tourism. So I’m sure their statement that we are the Land of (Covid-19) is also motivated by the fact that they’re struggling to invite people to come to

visit Thailand again and, of course, they’re worse of, in so far as they have a bigger tourism industry than us,” he said in an interview over CNN Philippines. In 2019, the Philippines recorded eight million foreign tourists while Thailand recorded almost 40 million. “That’s the context by which we should listen to these comments coming from our Asean neighbors. We are the closest of friends but we’re also the closest competitors as far as economic interests are concerned because we’re dealing with the exact same commodities and in the case of Thailand, it’s tourism in particular,” he added. Roque, however, said it’s more important for people to know the “overall context” of the Covid-19 situation in the Philippines. Earlier, the Department of Health (DOH) said the Philippines has the highest Covid-19 testing capacity in Southeast

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Asia. As of August 4, the D OH said the countr y had an average of 28,938 tests per day in the past seven days, which is signif icantly hig her than Indonesia’s 14,921 tests per day over the same period. “I can’t really underscore how important testing is b e c aus e it’s t he only means by which we could detect those who are p osit ive to enable us to trace, as well as to isolate them,” Roque said. On Tuesday, he said

alita. Tanggapin na rin po natin iyan bilang input s a ma l ayong me rk a d o ng ideas (I think because there are many things they cannot criticize in Thailand, they opted to criticize us. Let’s try to understand the situation. Here in the Philippines, we know the value of free speech. Let’s accept this as an input on the free market of ideas),” Roque said. The Philippine Embassy in Bangkok sent a letter to the editor of the newspaper to express

dissatisfaction over the “ inappropr iate, ins ens it ive, and u n helpf u l” headline at a time where Southeast Asian nations are cooperating to curb the spread of Covid-19. The Philippines has the highest number of Covid-19 cases in the Asean, with 139,638 confirmed infections, of which 2,293 are deaths as of Tuesday. Thailand has reported no new Covid-19 cases since Tuesday. Its total number of cases remains at 3,351, of which 58 are deaths. (PNA)

Accounting procedures in DepEd By JUNALENE B. JOSON DepEd Administrative Assistant III North Poblacion, Medina, Misamis Oriental

THE first accounting procedure of DepEd here in the Philippines is budget preparation. This cover’s estimation of a particular public school’s revenues, the determination of budget priorities and activities within the constraints imposed by available revenues and by borrowing limits and the translation of approved priorities and activities into expenditure levels for the next budget year. The second phase of the budget process covers the various

Republic of the Philippines PROVINCE OF BUKIDNON Provincial Capitol 8700 COMMITTEE ON AWARDS INVITATION TO BID THE PROVINCIAL GOVERNMENT OF BUKIDNON WILL SELL THROUGH PUBLIC AUCTION OF 1 CLUSTER CONSISTING OF SEVEN (7) LOTS OF UNSERVICEABLE (JUNK/SCRAP) SUPPLIES AND EQUIPMENT WITH A FLOOR PRICE IN THE AMOUNT FIVE HUNDRED TWENTY EIGHT THOUSAND FOUD HUNDRED EIGHTY EIGHT PESOS ONLY (P 528,488.00), LOCATED AT THE WATERWORKS COMPOUND ON AUGUST 20, 2020, 9:00 A.M., AT THE PROVINCIAL CAPITOL, MALAYBALAY CITY. Award shall be made to the highest bidder and must be paid in cash or Manager’s/Cashier’s check upon receipt of Notice of Award. The Committee on Awards reserves the right to reject any or all bids, waives any defects therein, which are considered advantageous to the Provincial Government. Public Bidding of 1 Cluster composed of seven (7) lots of unserviceable (junk/scrap) supplies and equipment is “AS IS, WHERE IS” basis.

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the Thai headline should be considered as a part of the "free market of ideas," especially because there is no freedom of press and expression in Thailand and their people could be easily sent to jail for criticizing their government. “Sa tingin ko po, dahil marami silang hindi pupwedeng pulaan sa Thailand, pinulaan na lang nila tayo. Intindihin na lang po natin iyan. Tayo naman dito sa Pilipinas, alam natin ang kahalagahan ng malayang panan-

operational aspects of budgeting. The next step is inputting into the simplified fund release system. This is a standardized system releasing allotments based on a predetermined categorization or disaggregation of agency budgets. It was implemented under the National Budget Circular No. 440 in 1995. Another term to remember is the special allotment release order. It is a specific authority issued to one or

more identified agencies to incur obligations not exceeding a given amount during a specified period for the purpose indicated. For extraordinary and miscellaneous expenses, this account includes but shall not be limited to expenses incurred for or during meetings, seminars and conference, official entertainment by the official or through his authorized representative, public relations, educational, athletic and cultural activities.

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Proprietary technology powers up the world’s first solar-powered multisport GPS smartwatch series

UILDING on the success of the debut of its patented solar charging technology in fēnix 6X Pro Solar, Garmin today announced the extension of this technology into two of its flagship outdoor smartwatch series – Instinct and fēnix series, introducing the Instinct, fēnix 6 and 6S Solar. Unlike other solar-powered watches that converts the solar energy into electrical energy for single functions such as time, Garmin’s solar charging technology is the only watch the converted electrical energy to support various sports activity modes and health monitoring features such as heart rate, GPS, various sensors and data calculation. This solar charging technology not only brings about an overall improved power performance, it also reduces carbon emissions by up to 59 percent compared to other smartwatches due to the reduced power charging frequency. With the enhanced battery life, added sports activities and comprehensive health data monitoring, Garmin hopes to motivate and inspire users to continue their outdoor adventures and explore infinite possibilities together. “In 2019, Garmin pioneered a breakthrough in solar charging

a peak power output (Pmax) of the solar cell is rated five times higher than the standard in the industry. With this technology incorporated in the design of Instinct Solar, it is able to achieve unlimited battery life when set to the Battery Saver mode. Unlike traditional solar watches which only supports time mode or a single function, Garmin solar charging technology leads with a solar conversion rate up to five times higher than the industry standard, making Garmin the first in the world to launch solar-powered multisport GPS smartwatches. Continuous solar charging even in partially covered conditions When any part of a traditional solar panel no longer exposed to light, solar charging will instantly be deactivated. In the event of limited sun exposure where the watch is partially shaded, Garmin’s innovative solar panel technology has rearranged the panel’s conducting cells in a new design so that even when part of the screen is covered by clothing or covered in mud during mountain biking, the smartwatch continues uninterrupted solar charging. This groundbreaking design allows users to enjoy their outdoor activities for longer periods of time, without having to worry that their activity will not be

Nikko Huelgas technology, introducing the Power Glass™ to launch the world’s first solar-powered multisport GPS smartwatch, fēnix 6X Pro Solar. This year, we extend this proprietary technology into our well-loved Instinct and the complete fēnix 6 series, catering to the needs of outdoor adventurers and athletes, accompanying them to truly do what they love, longer,” said Mr. Scoppen Lin, Director, Garmin Asia. Revolutionizing solar charging technology for increased battery optimization One-of-a-kind Power Glass™ solar charging panel engineered by Garmin Garmin has designed an ultrathin layer of tiny conductive elements on top of a glass panel, creating a multilayer structure that measures a mere 0.5mm thick. This sophisticated structure is able to efficiently convert light source into electrical energy while maintaining high permeability so that when it is paired with a Memory-inPixel (MIP) display, it retains clear and full color visibility under bright sunlight. Over 30 patents filed for revolutionary solar charging technology The breakthrough solar charging technology is achieved by using the best conductive materials to generate

recorded when battery runs out. Power Manager feature to allow customizable feature management The Power Manager feature allows the user to easily toggle the watch functions according to their usage needs for the day, deactivating unused or lesser used functions on low activity level days. This feature allows the user to adapt the device to their lifestyle needs and getting the most out of each power charge. Instinct Solar for the rugged, outdoor enthusiast Garmin has incorporated the solar lens technology into its Instinct range of GPS smartwatches to cater to the urban sport enthusiast. With the Power Manager feature, users can toggle to the Battery Saver mode to enjoy unlimited battery life on the Instinct Solar and Instinct Solar – Camo Edition, up to 24 days in smartwatch mode indoors and over 54 days with sufficient solar exposure1. In addition to Instinct’s list of outdoor activity and health tracking features, Instinct Solar series now also includes the Body Battery feature which analyzes heart rate variability, stress level, sleep quality and activity data to determine overall energy levels. Another newly added feature is the Pulse Ox (SpO2)2, a technology which measures blood

oxygen saturation – a useful health indicator to monitor during this time of pandemic as the COVID-19 virus can lead to pneumonia infection in which the lung’s air sacs are filled with fluid, leading to a drop in blood oxygen level. A sudden drop in SpO2 levels can indicate an early onset of symptoms. For more information, visit Garmin.com.ph/minisite/instinct/instinctsolar/ fēnix 6 Solar Series – The Ultimate Solar Powered Smartwatch The fēnix 6 Pro Solar and fēnix 6S Pro Solar are the newest members of the Garmin flagship outdoor GPS smartwatch line. Featuring Garmin Power Glass™ solar charging lens and a customizable Power Manager mode, fēnix 6 Solar Series harness the power of the sun to stay on and remain performance-ready for weeks, so users will have more on-wrist time to enjoy their activities, training features, onboard mapping, music streaming and much more. Expanding the robust activity profiles included in the fēnix series, the fēnix 6 and 6S Solar Series come surf, mountain bike and indoor climb-ready. • Surf: Using a Surf Activity profile, fēnix surfers can track total waves, surf time, total time, max speed and their longest wave. When surfing in front of a Surfline® camera, users wearing fēnix 6 Solar Series can upload their surf data to their Surfline account and later view video of that surfing activity through Surfline Sessions™. • Mountain Bike: Track the details of every ride with mountain biking metrics plus specialized grit and flow measurements that rate trail difficulty and how smoothly a user descends, giving a score to beat next time. • Indoor Climb: The indoor climb activity profile allows climbers to track their sessions at indoor facilities. Metrics include the number of routes, vertical distance climbed, climbing time, difficultly of each route and more. The fēnix 6S Pro Solar battery performance in smartwatch mode is up to 9 days indoors and up to 10.5 days with sufficient solar exposure, while battery performance for the fēnix 6 Pro Solar in smartwatch mode is up to 14 days indoors and up to 16 days with sufficient solar exposure. For more information, visit Garmin.com.ph/minisite/fenix/ Garmin Ambassadors Joining the launch forum are GARMIN’s most active ambassadors who brings pride in their respective fields. David Guison With David’s active urban lifestyle, Garmin Instinct Solar is the obvious choice for him. “As a content creator I have so many gadgets with me all the time, my Garmin solar-powered watch allows me to save time and energy. I also love that I can pair the watch with my phone for a fun, seamless usage!” Garmin Instinct solar compliments David constant wardrobe changes with its rugged and reliable look. “I don’t have to worry about its toughness in any kind of sports activities. Plus, it has this smart notification that makes it convenient for me to get messages anytime. I’ll definitely recommend Instinct Solar to all my

friends” adds David. Gretchen Fullido A known showbiz news anchor, Gretchen is constantly on the go with her news coverage. She is also into triathlon training as her sport of choice. retchen finds Garmin Fenix 6S Pro Solar the best smartwatch for her active lifestyle. “This watch puts the solar energy that we originally imagined with a relatively large area into a smart surface. The power of solar energy can also support such complex functions in the smart watch. For a triathlete like me, often times our sport shirt would cover the watch and the solar charging just stops which is not the case with Garmin.” Gretchen particularly want to emphasize on Garmin pulse oximeter function during this time of pandemic, she would often check her oxygen saturation to monitor her health. “Garmin does help me with this. Even the sleep tracker and the steps tracker features help me stay active and aligned with my goals” Gretchen shares. Nikko Huelgas Nikko has given pride to our country by bagging 2 back to back SEA Games Gold medals and a 3 times National Triathlon Champion. He is currently the Chairman of Philippine Olympic Committee- Athlete’s Commission. “Staying active during the pandemic is my utmost priority. With Garmin’s faster processor plus its innovative GPS, I can keep up with a more efficient training. No doubt that this watch is durable and ruggedly stylish which fits my go getter lifestyle. Nikko recognizes the benefit of GARMIN solar technology on his training, as this will lessen his downtime in training. “I love the extra battery life especially on how valuable time is nowadays coz of the fast paced life. This watch is lightweight that compliments in getting a better race performance” Pricing and Availability Instinct Solar is available in Graphite and Flame Red and the Instinct Solar – Camo Edition is available in Graphite Camo. The fēnix 6 Pro Solar is available in Black with Slate Gray Band and Mineral Blue with Whitestone Band and the fēnix 6S Pro Solar is available in Light Gold with Shale

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Gray Band and Amethyst Steel with Shale Gray Band. The Instinct Solar and fēnix 6 Solar series represent the continued innovation of Garmin solar technology initiative and are available from today at Kinetic.com.ph, Lazada, Shopee, Garmin Brand Stores and all authorized retailers. The complete line of Garmin solar charging smartwatches also includes the fēnix 6X Pro Solar. Suggested retail prices are Php24,995 for Instinct Solar and Php27,995 for Instinct Solar Camo Edition; Php52,995 for fēnix 6S Pro Solar and fēnix 6 Pro Solar. For more information, visit ph.garmin.com. Garmin official brand stores where you can find the Solar Series are as follows: GARMIN GLORIETTA 5 GARMIN SM MEGAMALL GARMIN SM MOA GARMIN UPTOWN BONIFACIO GARMIN ALABANG TOWN CENTER GARMIN SM AURA GARMIN SM NORTH EDSA GARMIN THE PODIUM GARMIN AYALA MALLS VERTIS NORTH GARMIN SM CITY PAMPANGA

GARMIN SHANGRI-LA PLAZA GARMIN SM CITY BAGUIO GARMIN SM CITY CEBU GARMIN SM LANANG PREMIERE GARMIN FESTIVE WALK GARMIN SM BACOLOD Engineered on the inside for life on the outside, Garmin products have revolutionized life for adventurers, athletes, and outdoor enthusiasts everywhere. Committed to developing products that enhance experiences and enrich lives, Garmin believes that every day is an opportunity to innovate and presents a chance to beat yesterday. For more information, visit Garmin’s virtual pressroom at ph.garmin.com/news/ pressroom or follow us at facebook. com/garminphilippines, instagram. com/garminphilippines, or youtube. com/GarminPhilippinesAsia. 1. All battery life numbers assume 3 hours per day outside in 50,000 lux conditions 2. This is not a medical device and is not intended for use in the diagnosis or monitoring of any medical condition; see Garmin.com/ ataccuracy. Pulse Ox not available in all countries.

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only alternative course of action is to empower the people to craft their own destiny. Inclusive growth can only be had through people empowerment through cooperativism. Why are cooperatives so essential in the life of the nation? For one, it is my contention that cooperativism in this country is in itself an exercise of the most important power of the State which is the Police Power. Its very existence is to rectify social ills and economic flaws, foremost of which is social injustice. This is the reason why it is so stated in the Constitution as a declared State policy to “advance cooperativism as an instrument of social justice, equity and economic development.” The framers of the 1987 Constitution must have fully realized the importance of cooperativism as a vehicle to democratize wealth and power in a highly skewed societal order with only a few elite in control at the expense of the many who are powerless and wallowing in poverty. Thus, by its very nature and function, a cooperative is for service, to unfetter the poor from the vicious cycle of poverty through value formation and by enhancing their capacities and skills. It does the work what are in fact in the realm of governmental functions in advancing the welfare of the people through multifarious services to their members, i.e. providing much needed capital to make them productive, participation in good governance, in resource management and in running basic utilities, be water or electricity. In Cagayan de Oro, let us cooperativize the water district. Let us serve notice to one and all that water, just like air, is a means to life and must not be the subject of commerce for profit. Such truism was stated recently by His Excellency, our beloved President Mayor Rodrigo Roa Duterte in his State of the Nation Address. No oligarch, no cartel, no elite should control water and electricity. These should be put under the control of the consumers – the people themselves – through cooperativism. Water comes from the invisible water dam called forest. Let not an oligarch corner the flow of the water then sell it at a high price. That corporation doesn’t own the water as it comes from nature. Let the people of Cagayan de Oro be the ones to collectively manage the water district underscoring the truism that water is a means to life and must not be subjected to commerce of men otherwise only those with money who can live which is contrary to God’s will. Indeed, cooperativism has come of age as it is the one to empower the poor and the oppressed – all for God’s greater glory!

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Union, the United Kingdom, tion,” Apud said. Australia, Canada, New He thanked the public from page 1 Zealand, and the Philip- for constantly supporting Balaba said the media- pines. (PNA) and informing authorities tion board will ensure that of any illegal activities in victims would have a legal their communities and also body to which they could from page 3 hailed the operatives for air their complaints. 4 years. their relentless efforts in “The government does To date, CLI has an un- the intensified campaign not wish to criminalize drawn Php 2.7 billion from against illegal gambling. [violations against the ordi- corporate notes available at “We will go after gamnance] but we cannot let the 3.45% fixed for five years blers no matter where they offenders go unpunished,” and 3.56% fixed for seven hide. May this serve as a she said. years. Philippine Rating stern warning to anyone Mayor Oscar Moreno is Services Corporation or who dares to operate illegal expected to sign the ordi- Philratings issued a report cockfighting,” Apud said. nance soon. earlier this month indicat- Criminal complaints for Balaba said the ordinance ing that it maintained its violation of Presidential was patterned after a simi- PRS Aa with stable outlook Decree 449 or the Cock lar measure passed by the rating to CLI, validating Fighting Law will be filed in Sangguniang Panlungsod the firm’s strong financial court against the suspects, of Davao City. position and stability. he added. (PNA) Meanwhile, Soberano reported that even as net from page 1 income attributable to par- from page 2 of coningency plan of the ent dipped in the first half by violators. province should there will 7% to Php 792 million year- Geolingo said the colbe surged on Covid-19 cases. on-year, he was confident lected fines would be turned He said Covid-19 cases that the firm was on track over to the City Treasurer’s continue to increase thus to meet its year-end revenue Office (CTO) and would be there is a need to have more targets as construction of its used by the City Health Ofprojects is catching up in the fice for Covid-19 response. isolatio facilites. He said the province had third and fourth quarters. A CTO representative “Construction sites con- who is a member of the task budget or Covid-19. "Anytime, we (the mem- tinue to progress despite force roving team would bers of the Sangguniang the quarantine since Cebu issue a receipt to violators Panlalawigan) submit to Landmaster’s projects are who choose to pay a fine. the governor sa iyang mga mostly in cities with mini- The TFD, chaired by Vice request in line with the mal quarantine restrictions. Mayor El Cid Familiaran, pandemic kung moingon By imposing strict health has been strictly enforcing siya nga mag re-align walay protocols at the job site, CO 926 since August 1. problema sa amoa kay we we focused on keeping our Geolingo earlier appealed know nga kung mogasto si workers safe and productive. for the support of the bagobernador Bambi it is for We look forward to hand- rangays in disseminating the people and is for the ing over units to many of information and educatprublic service," said Yasay. our buyers in the next few ing the residents about the months.” ordinance and sought the A Php 20 million cash aid media’s help in information from page 1 was provided by the com- dissemination and educaof high-power firearms and pany to support the families tion. hundreds of ammunition. of construction workers He also called on the pub Lt. Col. Ricky Canatoy, and third-party contractors lic to impose self-discipline in abiding by the health 58IB commander, said the during the lockdown. protocols as a preventive recovery was made possible measure against Covid-19. after a former NPA rebel “The TFD will continue divulged the location of the from page 2 arms cache to authorities. were informed of the nature its mobilization until a vac “This proves that the and cause of their arrest and cine to counter Covid-19 former rebels are disap- their constitutional rights. is made available to us,” pointed and tired of the NPA They were then brought to Geolinga added. atrocities. Likewise, this San Isidro police station The task force was creindicates that they shifted together with the recovered ated under Executive Order their support from the CNTs items for proper disposi- 47, series of 2020, which to the government. Now, they want to return and PRA Form No. 10.1 (LCRO) live with their families in Republic of the Philippines a peaceful and harmonious CITY CIVIL REGISTRY OFFICE community,” Canatoy was 1F South Wing Administrative Bldg., City Hall, Capistrano-Hayes Sts Cagayan de Oro City quoted as saying. Further searches in the NOTICE TO THE PUBLIC village also led to the discovery of more ammuni- In compliance with Section 5 of R.A No. 9048, a NOTICE is hereby served tion, a high-power firearm, to the public that ORVIL ABELLA CUERQUIS has filed with this Office a petition for change of first name from “DARIO” to “ORVIL” in the Certificate of Live five detonating cords with Birth of DARIO ABELLA CUERGUIS who was born on OCTOBER 21, 1956 (as blasting caps, subversive per PSA file) in IPONAN, CAGAYAN DE ORO CITY, MISAMIS ORIENTAL and documents, and medical whose parents are VICTORICO DAAYATA CUERGUIS and ADELA PACHECO supplies as well as surgical ABELLA. Any person adversely affected by said petition may file his written opposition equipment belonging to the with this Office not later than AUGUST 16, 2020. rebels, Canatoy said. The NPA is listed as a (SGD) EVANGELINE C. TAPANGAN terrorist organization by the City Civil Registrar United States, the European

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formed the Quarantine and Health Protocol Compliance Council. The TFD consists of personnel of the City Mayor’s Office, City Administrator’s Office, Public Order and Safety Office, and Bacolod City Police, and other members assigned by Mayor Evelio Leonardia. (PNA)

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said. Dumanig said CMC's laboratory findings prove that SLF is rich in nitrogen, phosphorous, and potassium, nutrients that are essential for plants to achieve maximum growth potential. “We are very excited. Future plans include the introduction of the SLF to local farmers. We will introduce to the Dinagatnon this organic fertilizer, which is a product of research and technology at CMC," he said. “As a responsible mining company, we wish to be one with environmentalists and scientists in other countries, doing our part by helping the communities in Dinagat Islands understand and address this global environmental concern.” CMC, an affiliate of Nickel Asia Corp. (NAC), the country's biggest nickel supplier, mines saprolite and limonite ore on a 697-hectare mineral reservation area in Barangay Valencia here. (PNA)

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while the inbound was pegged at PHP548.8 billion in 2019. “We have a very huge domestic tourism base. Last year, there were about 109 million domestic trips. EXTRAJUDICIAL SETTLEMENT WITH DEED OF ABSOLUTE SALE KNOW ALL MEN BY THESE PRESENTS: That the EVA SAQUILAYAN AMODIA, who died on _________ in Lapulapu City, Cebu, that the deceased EVA SAQUILAYAN died intestate, without will or testament, and without any outstanding debts in favor of any person or entity, the deceased she was the co-owner to the extent of ONE-FOURTH (1/4) of property with Transfer Certificate of Title No. T-26740, situated in the Poblacion, Cagayan de Oro City, Island of Mindanao, containing an area of SIX HUNDRED EIGHTY SIX (686) square meters, more or less, and has been the subject of an EXTRAJUDICIAL SETTLEMENT WITH DEED OF ABSOLUTE SALE, filed by the heirs of EVA SAQUILAYAN AMODIA, per DOC #42; PAGE #80; BOOK #91; Series of 2020, under the Notarial Registry of ATTY. QUINTILIANITO S. BABARIN, JR. MDN: Aug 8, 15 & 22, 2020

And we’re very confident that as we open up local destinations, it will be the local tourists who will be creating or stimulating the demand,” Bengzon said. Bengzon said the entire sector is also hoping to get assistance through the bills being pushed in Congress. A financial aid worth PHP10 billion is allocated to the tourism industry under the proposed Bayanihan to Recover as One Act (Bayanihan 2). In the approved House ve rs i on , howe ve r, t he amount originally appropriated for working capital loans was realigned to infrastructure, a move decried by various tourism stakeholders. It a l s o prop o s e d a PHP500 million budget to set up Covid-19 testing centers in tourist destinations identified by the DOT as well as to generate employment in partnership with local government units and the Department of Health. “We affirm therefore that at this stage of the crisis where we are now looking at the recovery and resiliency of the industry, our priority based on consultations with the stakeholders are fiscal and monetary measures supporting tourism directly. These will range from economic relief to tourism businesses, rather than an infrastructure component which is not the priority at the moment,” it said. (PNA) NOTICE NOTICE is hereby given that the intestate estate of the late spouses PACIFICO ROA and DOLORES ROA who both died in Camiguin without leaving a will nor incurred indebtedness during their lifetime and remain the registered/declared owner of a real property described as Lot No.1856-C, embraced by T.C.T. No. 134-2018000266; under T.D.No.020957; with an area of 864 Sq.Mts. located at Kuguita,Mambajao, Camiguin. That for an in consideration in the sum of 150,000.00php.(Phil.Currency) in handpaid to us (The Vendors)by the Vendee Spouses Richard C.Babia and Delia G.Babia,both Filipinos of legal age, We(The Vendors )Heirs absolutely Sell,Cede,Transfer &Convey PORTION of the said property with has an area of 500 Square Meters known as Lot 1856-C unto the Vendees Richard C.Babia & Delia G.Babia their hiers and assigns,free from lien or encumbrance, (The subject of Extrajudicial Settlement with Absolute Sale of Portion of Land) Executed by Heirs of said late spouses PACIFICO ROA and DOLORES ROA namely; Pacifico A.Roa jr.,Consuelo R.Jamora, and Erlinda R.Reyes all of legal age,married, Filipino Citizens, under the Notarial Registry of Atty.Vito M.Carrillo, per Doc No.475; Page No.97; Book No.109; Series of 2019.

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From farms to frontliners:

Shell’s “Ani Para Bayani” connects harvests to heroes of COVID-19

More than 500,000 meals and relief packs served to the nation

ANY Filipinos have been affected by the ongoing COVID-19 health crisis. From frontliners to the Filipino masses, livelihoods have been threatened in various ways. Among these is a group experiencing a silent struggle: the farmers in remote areas. The lack of an effective way to distribute their produce means thousands of kilos of potentially rotting vegetables. Concerned about the huge gap between the farmers’ fields and the waiting tables of frontliners, Shell through its social arm, Pilipinas Shell Foundation, Inc. has come up with the Ani Para sa Bayani initiative to help farmers move their produce and bridge the wide supply chain gap. Sparking the Spirit of Bayanihan Early On To date, Ani Para sa Bayani has tapped several rural farming communities who have struggled to distribute and sell their crops. More than 480,000 meals have been delivered to the tables of exhausted frontliners all over the Philippines, with only one intent: to fuel and nourish their spirit and

help them continue the fight. Ani Para sa Bayani’s pilot program began as early as the last week of March, when the enhanced community quarantine (ECQ) took full effect. Shell identified the struggles of Tanay farmers, helping them transport almost two tons of fruits and vegetables to Frontline Feeders Philippines (FFP). To date, FFP was able to create 220,000 healthy meals to support healthcare workers in 38 hospitals in Metro Manila. The venture branched out to different remote areas nationwide. Shell, in partnership with World Vision Philippines, tapped farmers in Cordillera, Benguet, Quezon, Davao, Cebu, Cagayan de Oro and Bukidnon for fresh produce, which were then transformed into 78,000 meals delivered to healthcare professionals in various city hospitals. “Remote areas are hit the hardest, because much of the containment efforts have been focused in the city,” said PSFI’s Sebastian “Baste” Quiñones. “This is really a tough situation to balance, which is why we wanted to make sure that we

Benguet farmers loading a truck with their produce

Frontliner receiving healthy food packs

own the responsibility of taking care of our communities.” Arming More Filipinos with Nutritious Food Remaining committed to helping its communities, Shell also distributed healthy food packs to its communities and beyond. Ani Para sa Bayani utilized excess produce, packing and shipping them to households in need. Over 194,000 were given to Shell communities in Puerto Princesa, Batangas, and Cagayan de Oro, as well as to vulnerable members of the community in Davao, Cebu, and Metro

Manila. “We don’t feel tired of planting, harvesting, delivering, and packing our crops, because we know that these fresh vegetables will no longer go to waste,” said Rachelle Bogsit, a Benguet farmer representative. “We know that it’s going to help our frontliners and even our fellow Filipinos get through this crisis. This is our way of helping in healing the nation as one.” Bogsit and her team understands that even the food packs can be a source of protection, during a time when a

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strong immune system is a big plus. “Our biggest challenge is the fear and risk of being infected ourselves,” added Bernardo Camano, Jr., a Pililia team member. “But it’s something that we are all driven to do because it’s for the nation.” Camano and his team embody Shell’s mission of nationbuilding as they commit to practicing the standards of safety that the energy company has been known for. Because for every farmer and fisherfolk whose livelihood is still

being threatened, every frontliner who needs full support to keep fighting, and every Filipino who is willing to play their part in defeating COVID-19, there is still room for Ani Para sa Bayani to grow more and give more. Other partners helped deliver food from farms to frontliners including several community kitchens in Palawan, the Manila Social Welfare and Development Office, the Office of the Vice President, Philippine General Hospital, and Puso ng Ama Foundation Inc.