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Northern M’nao DOH focuses response to home-based IDPs ILIGAN CITY -- Heeding the marching orders of Secretary Pauly Jean Rossell-Ubial, the Department of Health in Northern Mindanao and its partner agencies immediately turn its attention to the growing number of home-based internally displaced persons (IDPs) in its month-long composite team response as a result to the Marawi armed conflict. DOH-RO X Regional Director Nimfa B. Torrizo, who is also the Operation Center Incident Commander based Iligan City gave directives to the responders to shift its focus to the home-based IDPs in response to Sec. Ubial’s order without undermining the needs of the IDPs still living in the congested evacuation centers by assigning roving composite medical teams to home-based IDPs in the different barangays. The evacuation centers (ECs) on the other hand, are being manned by standby teams from other responding regions—DOH-RO XII, XI, CARAGA IX) and or deployed personnel which includes doctors from the ‘Doctors to the Barrios’ (DTTB) program and nurses from the Nurses Deployment Program (NDP), all under the Human Resources for Health (HRH) program of DOH. Its home-based response is composite, covering the basic aspects of health services from the medical/ dental, nutrition, water sanitation and hygiene (WASH) and psychosocial services (MHPSS). The Dental team with the mobile clinic is in tow to deliver services, including a mini-laboratory is available to check blood sugar, blood pressure among others. It also includes activities for the kids and teenage IDPs who are still traumatized See response, page 3

BFAR turns over canned goods to Phl marines in Marawi City CAGAYAN DE ORO CITY -- The Department of Agriculture – Regional Field Office 10 (DA RFO 10) through its attached agency Bureau of Fisheries and Aquatic Resources 10 (BFAR 10) continues its support to the Philippine Marines deployed in Marawi City. They are supporting the troops by turning over 500 pack canned goods (containing 24 cans per pack) on 11 July 2017 at the BFAR 10 office, Macabalan, Cagayan de Oro City. OIC-Admin and Finance Division Gigi C. Albor of BFAR 10 handed over the canned goods - which they received from the other President Rodrigo Roa Duterte is joined by National Security Adviser Hermogenes Esperon Jr. as he is being briefed regions - worth Php342.00 on one of the technologies used by the National Security Council during the council’s 67th anniversary celebration per pack, for a total of at the Tejeros Hall of Camp Emilio Aguinaldo in Quezon City on July 12, 2017.(Robinson Ninal Jr./Presidential Photo)

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Healthy food packs urged for IDPs Remains of 6 civilians by Mautes found in evac centers in Iligan, Lanao Norte executed MARAWI CITY -- A mili- were executed during the By Jasper Marie OblinaRucat

CAGAYAN DE ORO CITY -- A healthy diet, food with nutritional value is still required in emergency situations according to Marissa Navales, regional nutrition coordinator of National Nutrition Council region 10. During Talakayan sa PIA on 12 July 2017 in Cagayan de Oro City, Navales said that the government is still responsible for providing nutritious food in times of emergencies such as what is going on now in evacuation centers in Iligan City and Lanao del Norte where thousands of Maranaos are displaced due to the ongoing fight between terrorists and government troops in Marawi City.

She said that they are coming up with a community kitchen in the evacuation sites wherein IDPs can cook healthy foods. Non government organizations such as the Modern Nanays of Mindanao and Nutritionist-Dietitians’ Associations of the Philippines (NDAP) Misamis Oriental Chapter have contributed to this by providing and buying healthy food to be cooked in Buru-un evacuation center. Further, they are also urging mothers to continue breastfeeding children from 0-2 years of age and beyond. Navales explained that some mothers have stopped breastfeeding perhaps because of the trauma. But they are slowly educating

and providing ways to make breastfeeding possible again. Meanwhile, Sheryl N. Ave, nutrition dietitian of Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) region 10 said that DSWD is continuously providing food packs to IDPs in evacuation centers and home-based. The food pack is composed of six kg NFA rice, four tins sardines, two tins corned beef, two tins beef loaf, two tins tuna and six sachets of coffee (3-day consumption for a family of 4-5 persons). Meanwhile, Navales mentioned that Department of Health (DOH) will provide egg a day in evacuation centers. This is to meet daily requirement See food, page 3

tary official on Thursday announced government troops have discovered six remains in one of the execution sites of the Maute group and Abu Sayyaf bandits in this city. Lt. Col. Jo-ar Herrera, Joint Task Force Marawi spokesperson, said the bodies were discovered around 9:47 a.m. Wednesday “in a place believed to be one of the execution sites used by the Maute group and Abu Sayyaf bandits in murdering civilians in Marawi City.” Herrera said the troops of the Army’s 51st Infantry Battalion “found orangeclad remains of individuals believed to be victims of cold-blooded execution by terrorists.” He added the victims

early part of the crisis. The fighting started when the Maute group members went berserk and occupied several establishments when government troops raided the hideout of Abu Sayyaf leader Isnilon Hapilon on May 23. The Islamic State for Iraq and Syria (ISIS)-inspired Maute group is providing protection to Hapilon, who pledged allegiance to the ISIS. They were executed during the early part of the crisis, he said “The bodies could be those of individuals that were executed as shown in the Mautes/ASG propaganda video and posted on the Internet and social media,” Herrera said. See remains, page 3

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Minda, NCCA, MSU to institutionalize cultural exchanges By MARK FRANCISCO

CAGAYAN DE ORO CITY – As part of rehabilitating battle-drained Marawi City, three government institutions are already exploring ways this early in integrating inter-culture education in the academic curriculum among junior high students there. Mindanao Development Authority (Minda) Northern Mindanao overseer Lordilie Enjambre said that last week, the agency had inked a memorandum of understanding (MOU) with the Mindanao State University (MSU) outlining guidelines in the conduct of cultural tours for Maranao students outside the confines of Lanao del Sur. “The purpose of this initiative is to create cultural tolerance so that our Maranao brethren will experience firsthand the cultures beyond their birthplace such as our Bisaya culture here or the Lumad culture in other areas of Mindanao. They can explore and appreciate the diversity of the Philippines,”

Enjambre said. “In return, MSU will also be hosting academic tours for those who wish to visit Marawi City and understand deeply its unique Maranao culture,” she added. Marawi holds the distinction as the only Islamic city in the country with 99 percent of the Maranao inhabitants as Muslim. Also in the offing is for lectures on other Mindanaoan cultures to be conducted among junior high students once the conflict is over. Last Wednesday, Enjambre also met with representatives from the National Commission on Culture and the Arts (NCCA) so the two agencies could also collaborate on the matter. On its own, NCCA is busy promoting the various tribes of Mindanao as it prepares hosting the BIMP-EAGA Festival of Culture and the Arts from September 20 to 24 in General Santos City. Government officials from Brunei, Indonesia and Malaysia are expected to grace the occasion.

To inspire and motivate school-aged children to pursue their studies even if their families are struggling financially, the provincial government of Camiguin holds the Pa-Tsinelas, Milk Feeding and Essential Health Care Program (EHCP) on July 5 at Sagay Central School. Such programs were also conducted in Bacnit Integrated School, Guinsiliban Central School, Balite Elementary School and Manuyog Elementary School. (Mambajao PIO/PIA10)

CDO farmers benefit from season-long training on selected vegetable agribusiness CAGAYAN DE ORO CITY -- Around 30 farmers from Cagayan de Oro city graduated from the season-long training on selected vegetables agribusiness held on 7 July 2017. The season-long training ran from March to July 2017 and was spearheaded by the Australian Center for International Agricultural Research (ACIAR) and the Landcare Foundation Philippines, in partnership with Normin Veggies Marketing Cooperative, the Local Government Unit (LGU) of Cagayan de Oro City, and private stakeholders and supported by the De-

partment of Agriculture – Regional Field Office 10 (DA-RFO 10). With the theme, “Ang panguma isip usa ka negosyo, makauswag sa kinabuhi (farming as a business could improve life condition),” the training was participated by the members of the Canitoan Farmers Multipurpose Cooperative (CAFAMCO) and the Pagatpat Cagayan de Oro Farmers Association Incorporated (PACAFAI), in which they were taught on land preparation, soil sampling, and strategies on planting vegetables such as eggplant, tomato, string beans and ampalaya.

Retailers from Bulua and Cogon market are invited to visit the CAFAMCO learning site on July 12, 2017 to encourage them to buy vegetables from the farmers. Regional Technical Director Carmelita T. Bajarla, representing DA-RFO 10 chief Carlene C. Collado, thanked the LGU, headed by city councilor and committee on agriculture chair Annie Y. Daba and city agriculturist Dr. Hector R. San Juan, as well as the private sector that they were able to unite for agriculture as well as agribusiness. (AMBManto, DA-RFO 10)

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whole grains, root crops, fat-free or low fat milk, lean meats, poultry, fish, egg, beans and nuts. It is low in saturated fats, trans fats, cholesterol, sodium and added sugars. Based on the national nutrition survey of FNRIDOST, there has been a shift in the dietary pattern of Filipinos in terms of quality and quantity over the years. The typical diet consists mainly of cereals

which are sources of carbohydrates. The consumption of meats, vegetables, milk and milk products and eggs has increased. However, there has been a decline in the consumption of starchy roots and tubers and fruits. Further, WHO recommends consumption of 400 grams of of fruits and vegetables per day. However, Filipinos only consume maximum of 249 grams of fruits and

NNC urges shift to healthy lifestyle to avoid non-communicable diseases CAGAYAN DE ORO CITY -- The National Nutrition Council (NNC) region 10 through Talakayan sa PIA on 12 July 2017 urged the young ones and even adults to change from fast food habits to healthy homecooked meals diet. According to the World Health Organization (WHO), a healthy diet emphasizes vegetables, fruits,

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NAST, DOST 10 kick off symposium on devt of STI hubs, clusters in Mindanao CAGAYAN DE ORO CITY -- The National Academy of Science and Technology (NAST) in partnership with the Department of Science and Technology (DOST) Region 10 kicked off the Symposium-Workshop on Developing Science and Technology Innovation

Hubs and Clusters in Mindanao held in Cagayan De Oro City. The two-day event was the first in a series of activities under the DOSTsupported NAST project on “Supporting the Development of Partnerships in the S&T Innovation Ecosystem.”

Maac ES, grabs Municipal Nutrition and Disaster awards By JOCELYN R. PADERANGA

Maac ES contestants garnered different nutrition and Disaster awards during the Municipal Nutrition and Disaster Competition on July 7, 2017. This was participated by the different schools in Guinsiliban District, Guinsiliban, Camiguin. Charles Lorenz R. Paderanga garnered 1st place in Nutrition Poster/ Slogan Contest with coach Mrs. Rosario C. Agtarap. Troy Madera! rank 1” Place in Disaster Poster Making Contest with Mrs. Rosario C. Agtarap. Geraldine Jadman and Marlyn Abecia garnered 1st Place in

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the present conditions of their homes in Marawi City. More serious illness and surgery cases are being referred to the hospitals. At the moment, DOHRO X teams and its partners have already covered thousands of IDPs since June 20 visit of Sec. Ubial when she gave her directive to responders at the Operation Center to give more attention to home-based IDPs. There are at least 10,000 IDPs were profiled by the local government units (LGUs) in all barangays in Iligan city while 47,000 are in Lanao del Norte. Secretary Ubial’s order to shift the focus of the response was prompted by reports indicating that several deaths are coming from home-based IDPs referred to hospitals. (Jun Galban/ PIO-DOH RO X-IMT)

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of nutrients in evacuation centers. According to World Health Organization (WHO), a healthy diet includes a variety foods from different food groups; meets the individual needs for calories and nutrients; safe with no risk from toxins, bacteria, mold or chemicals; enjoyable and culturally acceptable and available and sufficient each day and all year round.

Cooking Contest with coach Mrs. Helen A. Duran. Nutri Jingle contestants garnered 2nd place with Mrs, Vanessa Lourdes A. Jadman. Farra Elyza Cain rank 2nd Place in Nutri Quiz with coach Mrs. Gelia S. Generol, Jake Russeel A. Jadman & Fatima Dacuyan ranks and 4th Place Disaster Quiz BEE with coach Marivic T. Arao. Mrs. Jocelyn R. Paderanga , School head, teaching staff and parents were very happy and proud for the achievement garnered by the pupils for the job well done by the contestants and coaches. This is also consistent with principles in nutrition particualrly balance, consuming of foods from different food groups in proportion to each other, variety, eating different kinds of food from different food groups everydayand moderation, eating the right proportion of food, not consuming too much or too little with what the body needs. The country is celebrating this year, National Nutrition Month (every July) with the aim of raising awareness on healthy diet, with the theme, “ Healthy Diet, gawing HABIT for LIFE!” (JMOR/PIA10)

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Lt. Gen. Carlito Galvez Jr., Western Mindanao Command (Westmincom) chief, has condemned the brutal killing of the innocent victims. “The brutal execution is a proof of their un-Islamic ways. These terrorist do not respect anyone or anything,” Galvez said. “Our soldiers, your soldiers, will continue to liberate Marawi bearing in mind that this city belongs to our Maranao brothers and sisters and this lands belongs to the Filipino people,” he added. For his part, Brig. Gen. Rolando Joselito Bautista, Army’s 1st Infantry Division chief, vowed that the terrorists will pay for the atrocities they have done

Attended by more than 120 participants representing different sectors including the industry, academe, civil society, government, and non-government organizations, the two-day symposium aimed to explore how three STI hubs and clusters, both physical and virtual, can be developed corresponding to the three development corridors of Mindanao. The STI hubs are envisioned to provide an innovation ecosystem conducive to creativity and the participation of different stakeholders in translating innovations to actions. Speaking at the Opening Ceremony, Dir. Alfonso Alamban, regional director of DOST X, discussed the role of S&T in Philippine Development. He emphasized the need for a more inclusive and participatory STI to encourage the different sectors of the society. He further highlighted the STI efforts of the current and past administration. Finally, he reiterated the role of DOST and NAST in the advancement of STI in the country. Cagayan de Oro City Mayor Oscar Moreno, likewise provided a welcome message. Mayor Moreno in this city. “They will not go unpunished. We will bring them to justice,” Bautista said. The recovery of the six remains have brought the number of cadavers the troops have recovered to 39 since the fighting started on May 23. “It is believed that there could be more people murdered by the Maute and ASG (Abu Sayyaf Group) as revealed by rescued hostages,” Herrera said. Assemblyman Zia Alonto-Adiong, Crisis Management Committee spokesperson, said the local government along with the police have established a laboratory to check on the identities of the cadavers. “Measures have been established for the families to identify the cadavers,” he said. Adiong said they are gathering Deoxyribonucleic acid (DNA) samples of people who have missing relatives. “In this process, the provincial government will give temporary burial where sufficient markers will allow relatives could retrieve them,” he said. (Darwin Wally T. Wee/PNA)

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began by giving a brief history of CDO. He ended his speech by stressing the role of CDO as a strategic place for a convergence hub and center for STI and education, connecting Misamis and Lanao. Giving the program overview, National Scientist Lourdes J. Cruz, project leader, talked about fostering a culture of science and innovation among Filipinos and improving STI ecosystem in the country. She ended her overview with the objectives of the activity, which was to generate proposals for establishing STI hubs in Mindanao. Dr. Franco G. Teves, director of Research in MSUIIT talked about “Academic Research at the Nucleus of Sustainable Innovation Ecosystem for Mindanao Development.” He defined and described innovation ecosystem and the role of academic research in the innovation ecosystem stream. Engr. Danilo Manayaga, president of Secura International Corporation, talked about the “Development of Inclusive Business Model for an Integrated Agri-Business Cluster Anchored on Applied Biotechnology and Precision Farming Tech-

nologies.” He highlighted market opportunities, both in domestic and export demands, and matched it with existing resources of the country. Furthermore, he presented an inclusive business model wherein the participation of stakeholders is an integral part of the business. REZA-ARMM Executive Director Aleem Siddiqui M. Guiapal talked about “Programs for Economic Development of ARMM, The Autonomous Region of Muslim Mindanao.” Guiapal started off with an introduction to ARMM and stated that REZA is “envision[ed] to be a key player in initiating globally competitive and sustainable business environments in generating investments, exports and employment for the accelerated economic growth of Bangsamoro.” He ended his talk by emphasizing some of the investment potentials in ARMM which are in the Agro-based products, Halal Industry and Islamic Banking, Regional and Provincial Ecozones, Maguindanao, Basilan and Tawi-Twai Free ports, Retails, Services and Tourism, and lastly, ANGAT-DAPAT (All-iNcusive Gowth Activities Towards

Developmet And Poverty AlleviaTion. Dr. Sukarno D. Tanggol, chancellor of MSU-IIT and Engr. Leonardo Gumalal, senior vice president of Cagayan Electric Power & Light Co. (CEPALCO), served as reactors on the talks that transpired earlier in the day. In the afternoon session, different technologies were presented by Prof. Lemuel Clark Velasco, Dr. Franco G. Teves, Acd. Guillermo Q. Tabios III, and Acd. Marco Nemesio E. Montaño. Prof. Velasco, FAB LAB Mindanao Manager, introduced FAB LAB housed at MSU-IIT. He emphasized further that FAB LABS’s journey is conceptionlaunching-operation. Meanwhile, Dr. Teves presented the technology on Supercritical Fluid (Carbon Dioxide) Extraction used as sample preparation step for analytical purposes or large scale stripping of unwanted material from a product. Acd. Guillermo Q. Tabios III, hydrology expert and member of the Engineering Sciences and Technology Division of NAST, presented the “Hydrologic and Hydraulic Modelling Studies: Cases of Cagayan de Oro.” See symposium, page 11

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Bato…Bato … Picks … It is getting to be a habit for the PNP Chief Bato de la Rosa. First, he made Marawi City – where our best and bravest have fought died – as a dumping ground for police misfits. The order drew the ire not only of Defense Secretary Lorenzana but also of concerned Marawi City officials. Then, just last week, Bato reinstated Supt. Marvin Marcos, whom the NBI earlier implicated in the murder of Albuera, Leyte Mayor Rolando Espinosa, Sr, while in police custody. The murder charge was later downgraded to homicide. Senator Panfilo Lacson, himself a former top cop, did not hide his frustration and disgust when he hurled President Duterte’s favorite

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Mautes appeared to have ammos in abundance. President Duterte is confident that things would be over in 15 days or less. Of course, the President could be wrong. Remember that he earlier predicted to finish the drug menace in 3 months. For everybody’s sake, we do hope that President Duterte is proven right. International observers feel that the longer the conflict continues, the more the extremists can draw support from international terrorist financiers. Whatever the outcome, we have to plan the task of rebuilding and rehabilitating Marawi. And the job appears daunting. We still have to fully recover from the devastation of Yolanda

Ignacio Bunye and subsequent natural calamities. Already, government resources for Marawi are being stretched just to provide immediate relief and medical services to thousands who have been displaced by the fighting. The government plans to earmark P20 Billion for the rehab but given the city’s devastation the funds would simply be not enough. And we are just talking of the rehabilitation of the physical infrastructure. Much work also has to be done to mitigate the psychological damage to people, both civilians and soldiers, who See bunye, page 11

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The Armed Forces of the Philippines should finish off the terrorists group when ending the battle in Marawi City. The last man should be in jail or six feet under the ground to restore peace in the city. If the battle is left EDITORIAL unfinished with terrorists still around, chances are ALLAN M. MEDIANTE this group would create Editor-in-Chief trouble in the place and ruel pelone CRIS DIAZ would even extend its fury Managing Editor Executive Editor into the cities of Iligan and MARK FRANCISCO Cagayan de Oro. We should Lifestyle Editor be reminded that the occupation of the terrorists GILBERT Y. CHAO gerry lee gorit is to terrorize people and Motoring Editor Photo Journalist until they are disbanded PAT SAMONTE CHRIS PANGANIBAN in it entirety or killed in Regional Editor Caraga Regional Editor-Caraga battle, they will always create Rene Michael BaÑos uRIEL C. QUILINGUING trouble. There can never Regional Editor Northmin Contributing Editor be peace with these people. As a matter of fact, terror AL JACINTO JOE FELICILDA ism is exactly the opposite Regional Editor-WestMin Editorial Consultant of peace. As long as the tough RODRIGO B. SEVILLA JOE PALABAO talking young leader Kim Regional Editor-Davao Feature Editor ATTY. MARIO T. JUNI ATTY. ANTONIO S. SORIANO

invective. But then again, the poor guy is just following orders. This much is clear. In a press conference, months back, Bato told reporters that he received a telephone call from a “kumpare” asking him to take it easy on Marcos. He did not identify the caller but everybody, even my driver, knows who called Bato. xxx The Marawi siege is nearing its end. One indication, according to the military, is the decreasing volume of return fire from the Maute group. This can only mean that the extremists are low on ammunition and supplies. This is in marked contrast during the early days of the siege where the

Jong Un of north Korea is around with its big nuclear weapons under his control, world peace will always be at stake. What I don’t like with this guy is he keeps on threatening its neighbor south Korea and the United States of attack with nuclear missiles. And he does not show he was joking thus making some world leaders to frown upon him. He is creating fires and tensions perhaps to attract media coverage or whatever. And judging from his behavior, he ordered the killing of his uncle who opposed his plan of government. Another top Army officer was also murdered for the same reason. I just hope he change his lifestyle and be friendly with people and world leaders. His country should not be isolated because of his attitude of making threats.

The air strike in Marawi has claimed two more soldiers killed when it repeatd the same mistake. Reports disclosed that a fighter jet dropped bombs in the area very close to where the soldiers were located and hit the two victims while it injured eleven others. The same scenario took place two weeks ago wen 13 soldiers got killed for the same reason. I suggest if the fighter jets cannot hit the precise target, they better stop it to save lives of our soldiers. There is no such thing as friendly fire - - it is just a huge blunder. I am so sad to hear about China pursuing its unlawful adventure in building more structures in the disputed territory that actually belong to us. This is crazy but there is nothing we can do because our country

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is helpless insofar as our military is concerned. The only thing that can settle this matter is through war which we find it impossible. China’s president once said they are ready to go to war even with the United States behind our country. I find this highly arrogant and extraordinarily foolish. Nevertheless we should go on asserting our right over the territory more especially we have the judgment of the UN Permanent Arbitration saying the area belonged to us. I urge Pres. Duterte to show our muscles too and pretend to be strong and See emata, page 10

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Think a minute… You may have heard the saying, “Joy shared is joy doubled.” Giving isn’t a sacrifice, it’s an investment. We actually get back much more than we give. So don’t give until it hurts, give until it feels good. The American President, Calvin Coolidge, said: “No person was ever rewarded or honored for what he received. Honor is always the reward to people who give.” What you and I do just for ourselves dies with us. What we do for others lives on even after we die. So it’s smart to invest in the success of others. “It’s when you help someone else up a mountain that you yourself

end up closer to the top.” The principle of giving is simply a law of life that works. Just like money can only get good things for you when it is used and circulated. But if you do not use your money or give it away, you can’t get any enjoyment or thing of value out of it. It’s only when you give out that you make more room inside to receive. You know that the Dead Sea is dead because it only receives and never gives. It does not flow out or give to other bodies of water, so it just dies. In the same way, when we don’t give to others we plug up the natural flow of life in us. This is why selfish,

stingy people are never really happy, and seldom healthy. A successful man said: “You will be remembered for two things: the problems you solve and the problems you cause.” Each of us is created to be an answer and help to someone else’s life. A famous man put it this way: “You cannot live a successful day until you’ve done something for someone else who cannot pay you back.” The Jewish people have an important holiday every year which celebrates the giving of gifts. Everyone, including the poor, must find someone poorer than

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himself and give him a gift. You see, “If God can give gifts THROUGH you, He will give them TO you.” In fact, God loves us so much that He gave His own perfect life to pay for our wrongs, just so He could share His life with us. So why not give your life to Jesus Christ today? Then you can start enjoying His successful way of giving and living every day, for the rest of your life. Just Think a Minute…

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Benjamin, John and Chito at SM Davao’s University Fair, July 13-15 Model-actor Benjamin Alves, John Naranjo and Chito Samontina are set to join SM City Davao’s 5th University Fair this Thursday to Friday at the Annex Event Center. Model-actor Benjamin will deliver his keynote

speech during the opening ceremony on July 13, 10:30 AM. He will talk about achieving academic excellence and finding a balance in his career, social life and education. Alves graduated summa cum laude at the University of Guam with a

degree in English Literature. On July 14, John talks about entrepreneurship and ingenuity. John is an alumnus of Philippine Science High School Mindanao campus and the CEO and founder of Ingenuity Global Consulting Inc.. He also

founded Hackademy, aiming to develop an improved breed of software engineers. Today, July 15, social media influencer and TV personality Chito shares his thoughts on education in the digital age. Samontina has produced numerous viral digital content. He is a product of both Holy Cross of Davao College as well as Ateneo de Davao University. At the U-Fair, mall-goers can check out what University of Santo Tomas, Mapua University, Malayan Colleges, Silliman University, See fair, page 11

Update of July Nutrition Month By MARCELINA N. CABARING School Head Pagalungan Elementary School

HERE in Cagayan de Oro City, the celebration of Nutrition Month in the City Schools Division headed by superintendent Elena Borcillo kicked off with a program at Gaston Park. In its effort to create awareness on the importance of healthy diet, the teachers launched the month-long

celebration with the theme Healthy Diet Gawing Habit for Life. Of course, the hundreds of teachers present during the celebration are expected to replicate what they have learned back to their respective schools. I’m sure that I will replicate it here in Pagalungan Elementary School. Yo u s e e , Nut r it i on Month was created to reduce malnutrition espe-

cially among children thus heightening awareness on proper infant and child feeding including healthy diet in adults to prevent non-communicable diseases such as diabetes and hypertension. There are some schools in Cagayan de Oro that are pilot areas of nutrition programs. They are Carmen, Consolacion, Tagpangi, Kauswagan and Barangay

24. Let’s just remember the reminders set to us by the National Nutrition Council. According to them, we must not follow popular diets. The way to a balanced diet is focus on vegetables, fruit, water and variety. We are what we eat. A meal should consist of mostly vegetables and a small portion of protein and starch.

CELEBRATING WELLNESS, CELEBRATING LIFE By Jay T. Hebia

Parents participation in school By MARIFE B. VICOY ESP 2 Tubod Central Elementary School

PARENT involvement can make a difference in a child’s education. It is widely believed that students will perform better in school if their parents are more involved in their child’s education. There are six fields where parents can help – parenting, communicating, volunteering, learning at home, decision making and community collaboration. In parenting, schools help families with their parenting skills by providing information on children’s developmental stages and offering advice on learning-friendly home environments. In communicating, schools educate families about their child’s progress and school services and providing opportunities for parents to commu-

nicate with the school. Volunteering ranges from offering opportunities for parents to visit their child’s school to finding ways to recruit and train them to work in the school or classroom. Parents can help at home too where schools share ideas to promote at-home learning through high expectations and strategies so parents can monitor and help with homework. They can likewise join in decision making in which schools include families as partners in school organizations, advisory boards and similar bodies. For community collaboration, it is a two-way outreach strategy in which community or business groups are involved in education and schools encourage family participation in the community.

Truly, health is wealth. Anybody could never be truly happy even with other earthly riches without health. Good health is important for everybody most especially for children’s learning. Without proper nutrition, children will find it hard to absorb learning especially when the physiological needs of their bodies are not met.

This is the reason behind the strengthening of the Feeding Program of City Central School. The school recognizes the importance of educating both the parents and the about proper nutrition and healthy habits. With the improvement of pupils’ performance as the main focus, it believes that it is by educating them that the program of the school will be sustained. Hence,

the Nutrition Month celebration is given utmost importance by the school. For the Grade Three pupils of City Central School, July is the most awaited month of the school year. It is through this celebration that they are reminded of the importance of good nutrition and good health. Poster making, poem recitation, quiz bee and jingle contest usually highlight the annual celebration.

This year however, outdoor activities like sandwich and beverage making and main dish preparation will add to the excitement and learning of pupils. But what makes learning more fun and meaningful about nutrition this month, is the fact that pupils and parents will be learning by doing. For them, the Nutrition Month will be a celebration of wellness and life.

GO IPED! CAGAYAN DE ORO CITY DIVISION By ABETO L. VILLAPAZ School In-charge FS Catanico ES – Camansi Extension

Indigenous Peoples Education (IPED) is a special program of the Department of Education in consonance to Department Order # 61 s. 2011 in which the objectives is to cater our Indigenous Pupils from the identified Indigenous Cultural Communities (ICCs). This education program is in line with RA 8371 which promotes the rights and welfare of the Indigenous Peoples (IPs) in making education accessible, right based and culture based approach, relevant, equitable and quality driven that features lifelong learning skills

(RA 9155). The Division of Cagayan de Oro City is now on its full swing on the implementation of the Indigenous Peoples Education (IPED) program at Sitio Camansi, FS Catanico, Cagayan de Oro City Headed by the Schools Division Superintendent Mrs. Elena M. Borcillo, CESO V, Assistant Schools Division Superintendent Dr. Reynaldo E. Manuel Jr., CESE, Mr. Romeo S. Tambeling, PSDS, Division IPED focal person and the division IPED Technical Working Group (TWG).

The DepEd – CdeO Division opened a new IPED school partner with Cagayan de Oro City government and City Local School Board headed by Mayor Oscar S. Moreno starting with 120 IPs pupils, 4 makeshift classrooms with (4) dynamic Teachers. The established

IPED school encouraged to those IPs advocates to be partner stakeholders for future development of everyone’s child, community and nation. “Sa IPED Walang Maiiwan, Lahat ay Aangat Para sa Magandang Kinabukasan.”

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Ford Philippines Delivers Record June Sales, All-Time Quarterly Performance Ford Philippines recently announced a record June performance with retail sales increasing 17 percent year-overyear to 3,273 vehicles led by continued strong demand for the Everest, EcoSport and Ranger. The record month helped Ford cap its all-time best quarterly performance, delivering retail sales from the April-June period of 8,922 vehicles. “The wide popularity and strong appeal of the Everest, EcoSport and Ranger are continuing to drive our sales momentum this year,” said Lance Mosley, managing director, Ford Philippines. The Everest SUV remained Ford’s bestselling vehicle in the country with June sales rising 8 percent from a year ago to 1,139 vehicles, helping drive its total year-to-date sales to 5,768 vehicles. Engineered for the extraordinary, the Everest redefines consumer expectations for a mid-size SUV with its bold design and refined interior, offroad capability with on-road comfort. The EcoSport compact SUV posted retail sales that jumped 15 percent from

a year ago to 984 vehicles. Year-to-date sales of the EcoSport have increased 20 percent year-overyear to 5,225 vehicles, helping it remain one of the best-selling vehicles in the segment it helped to define. June sales of the versatile Ranger pickup truck rose 40 percent year-over-year to 880 vehicles, driving its year-to-date sales up 16 percent to 4,596 vehicles. Available in a range of 15 variants in the Philippines, the ‘Built Ford Tough’ Ranger is the secondbest selling pickup truck in the country. Ford’s North American-built models also contributed to the record June and quarterly performances. June sales of the premium Explorer SUV rose 57 percent 137 vehicles, helping its second quarter sales increase 47 percent to 353 vehicles. The Mustang sports car delivered June sales of 69 vehicles, boosting its quarterly sales to 124 vehicles.

Ford Island Conquest goes to Taguig and Naga

Ford Philippines’ ultimate test drive experience continues to expand its presence as Ford Island Conquest recently made stops in Taguig and further down south of Luzon in Naga, Camarines Sur. “With the success and favorable reception towards the Ford Island Conquest from its previous runs, we are excited to bring this experience back in Manila in time for the Father’s Day weekend and expand to Naga for the benefit of our customers there,” said Rodel Gallega, vice president for

marketing and sales, Ford Philippines Similar to its previous runs, the ‘Ford Island Conquest’ continues to highlight the bestselling variants of Ford’s Big Three vehicles - the Everest mid-size SUV, EcoSport compact SUV, and segment-defining Ranger pickup. Car enthusiasts and interested buyers enjoyed the ultimate test drive arena that featured an outdoor course with a waterwading drive-thru to spotlight key features and capabilities of the Everest and Ranger. A mock-up Ford showroom in the area allowed opportunities for both owners and

interested buyers to learn more about Ford’s sales and after-sales services and special ownership packages. Exciting freebies and Ford merchandise were given upon registering and participating in the different activities during the Ford Island Conquest. Customers purchasing Ford vehicles also availed of cash discounts and financing deals at the event. For more information on the Ford Island Conquest, visit www.ford.com.ph or facebook.com/ FordPhilippines. About Ford Motor Company Ford Motor Company is a global company

based in Dearborn, Michigan. The company designs, manufactures, markets and services a full line of Ford cars, trucks, SUVs, electrified vehicles and Lincoln luxury vehicles, provides financial services through Ford Motor Credit Company and is pursuing leadership positions in electrification, autonomous vehicles and mobility solutions. Ford employs approximately 202,000 people worldwide. For more information regarding Ford, its products and Ford Motor Credit Company, please visit www. corporate.ford.com.

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GSIS offers emergency loan to members, pensioners affected by Marawi siege

The Government Service Insurance System (GSIS) is offering its emergency loan program in Marawi City from July 5- August 3 to assist its members and pensioners who have been affected by the armed conflict in the area. Qualified to avail of the program are active GSIS members working or residing in Marawi City and old- age pensioners who are living in the area. A total of 11, 128 members and 592 old-age pensioners are set to benefit from the program which has a total budget of Php282 million. “Since the clashes between military forces and the terrorist group have been preventing the city council to convene and issue the required resolution declaring Marawi as a calamity area, GSIS decided to forego said requirement and immediately offered the loan to help its members and pensioners in the area,” GSIS Officer in Charge Atty. Nora Malubay-Saludares said. Members who are availing of the loan for the first time may apply for a P20,000 emergency loan, while those with loan balance may borrow P40,000. Old-age pensioners may apply for a P20,000 emergency loan. The deadline for the submission of loan application is August 3, 2017. First-time borrowers may apply for a Php20,000

emergency loan. Those with existing emergency loan may borrow Php40,000, from which their outstanding balance will be deducted. Active members may apply through the GSIS Wireless Automated Processing System (GWAPS) kiosks located in all GSIS branch and extension offices; provincial capitols; city halls; selected municipal offices; large government agencies such as the Department of Education; Robinsons Malls; and selected SM City branches in North EDSA, Manila, Pampanga, Cebu, and SM Aura in Taguig City. Old-age pensioners may avail of the loan by personally applying at any GSIS branch office. Pensioners who have become active members anew after reentering government service may apply for the loan only once. The loan is payable in 36 equal monthly instalments at six percent interest rate per annum. It is covered by a loan redemption insurance, which deems the loan fully paid in case of the borrowers’ demise, provided that loan repayment is up to date. Loan proceeds are electronically credited to the borrower’s GSIS eCard or unified multipurpose identification (UMID) card. For more information, visit the GSIS website, www. gsis.gov.ph; call the GSIS Contact Center at 847-4747; or email gsiscares@gsis.gov. ph.

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GO LOKAL! Concept Store at ASEAN MSME Development Summit 14 July 2017, Manila - With the theme, “The 7Ms towards a Prosperous ASEAN MSMEs”, a Pop up Store of Go Lokal! opens today at the Philippine International Convention Center as the ASEAN MSME Development Summit places first on its agenda the interests of micro, small and medium enterprises (MSMEs). Go Lokal! is anything cool, modern and everything Filipino, a retail concept store of quality and innovative Philippine products crafted, designed and manufactured by the country’s MSMEs. Find more Go Lokal! products in prime locations such as @SM Kultura, @Robinson’sPlaceManila, @EnchantedKingdom and @Rustan’s Makati and soon to open, GoLokal!ConceptStore@DTI. supplied photo

PH advocates development of MSMEs Shares 7Ms towards shared prosperity in ASEAN MANILA—The Philippines, through the Department of Trade and Industry (DTI), continues to advance the promotion and development of micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs) in the ASEAN region through the “ASEAN MSME Development Summit” on 14 July. Under the Summit’s theme “7Ms Towards Shared Prosperity in ASEAN,” the Philippines laid out a seven-point strategy essential for MSME development— mindset, mastery, mentoring, markets, money, machines, and models—which the country wants the region to adopt to advance the ASEAN economic agenda of shared prosperity. The Summit gathered representatives from the private sector, civil society, and ASEAN governments to develop new ideas and identify areas of improvement to successfully place MSMEs in the vanguard of the ASEAN Economic Community’s (AEC) drive to achieve inclusive growth. “The Philippines has been in the forefront of providing substantive initiatives toward establishing MSMEs at the core of the ASEAN economic agenda. We want to elevate discussions and provide the right information on how we

can further assist them to support our goal of achieving inclusive growth in ASEAN,” said ASEAN Economic Ministers chairman and DTI Secretary Ramon Lopez. The development of MSMEs is integral to sustaining the economic development in ASEAN since MSMEs comprise most of the businesses in the region’s aggregate regional economy, accounting for over 90 percent of all the domestic firms and 75 to 90 percent of the non-agricultural workforce. In pushing the MSME agenda, the Philippines seeks to address key challenges in their development and achieving prosperity in the region. Experts in various fields discussed the seven-point strategy taking into account the challenges that small enterprises face. Session 1 with Mindset as a theme, provided discussions on how to train and orient entrepreneurs with the right entrepreneurial characteristics and attitude. Sessions 2 and 3 on Mastery and Mentoring, tackled the core principles of entrepreneurship that will equip MSMEs with the necessary competence and effective knowhow to seize

gains for their ventures. Session 4 covered Markets, a key component in the survival of any business. It discussed how markets are made more accessible and the various technologies that can help MSMEs gain traction in the local and international arenas. Session 5 on Money took a closer look on financing schemes that MSMEs can further explore and access and some key initiatives governments undertake to facilitate access to much needed capital. Lastly, Session 6 and 7 gave an insight on how access to appropriate Machines and technology, and choosing the right business Models can help upgrade their businesses, boost productivity, and improve marketability of products and services. “MSMEs comprise the backbone of our economy and thus vital to the country’s growth. With the help of 7Ms, we know MSMEs are a step closer to advancement,” said DTI Undersecretary for Regional Operations Zenaida Maglaya. ASEAN government representatives and MSMEs graced the event and expressed full support to the Philippines’ call for greater cooperation in placing the

interest of MSMEs at the core of the AEC agenda. The ASEAN MSME Development Summit was organized by the ASEAN Committee on Business and Investment Promotion (CBIP), which is chaired by the DTI, and the DTI Bureau of Small and Medium Enterprise Development (BSMED). The CBIP’s mandate is to organize business and investment promotion activities that will engage the international business community, government, and other concerned parties in the drive to achieve the AEC’s goal of shared prosperity in the ASEAN region. During the Summit, the Philippines’ DTI also launched “SIKAP: Sipag at Abilidad ng Pilipino,” a coffee table book that showcases success stories of MSMES across the Philippines. It also mounted a Go Lokal! Trade Exhibit, which showcased worldclass products of Philippine MSMEs. The Philippines’ Chairmanship of ASEAN 2017 was formally launched on 15 January at the SMX Convention Center in Davao City with the theme “Partnering for Change, Engaging the World.”

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Panabo to hold job, biz fair today By Michael Uy PIA-11

TAGUM CITY, Davao del Norte -- Around 35 manpower agencies and companies, and at least three free livelihood demonstrations will highlight the Trabaho, Negosyo, Kabuhayan (TNK) Fair today (July 15) at the Davao del Norte State College (DNSC) gym in Panabo City. The TNK Fair, is a job and business fair, conducted by the Panabo Employment Services Office, in partnership with the DNSC, Department of Labor and Employment (DOLE), Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) and the Barangay government of New Visayas. According to PESO Panabo, the job fair will be participated by 14 manpower agencies bringing around 3,400 job vacancies and 21 local companies. PESO Panabo Manager Cherelle Espinosa said that several government agencies will also offer services

during the TNK Fair. The said agencies, according to Espinosa, are Commission on Election, Social Security System, Home Mutual Development Fund / Pag-ibig Fund, and Civil Registrar’s Office, who will also cater NSO authentication services. On livelihood demonstration, Espinosa encouraged the public to join the free training on perfume making, dishwashing liquid making and liniment oil making. She also said that the fair will also include access to scholarship program through the Iskolar ng Lungsod, orientation on how to start a business and consultation on business registration to DTI, Bureau of Internal Revenue (BIR) and Barangay Micro Business Enterprise (BMBE). During the fair, DOLE and DTI will also provide consultations to associations and individuals, who want to access the agency’s livelihood projects. (PIA11, Michael Uy)

Marawi mothers get hygiene kits for babies Sat-Sun, July 15-16, 2017

C OTABATO CIT Y -Health authorities and humanitarian workers s er ving t housands of displaced families from Marawi City on Thursday lauded efforts of good Samaritans who provided the Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao (ARMM) with diapers and medical kits for mothers with babies in temporary shelters in Lanao del Sur. Dr. Kadil Sinolinding Jr., ARMM Health department secretar y, said “diapers in difficult situations, such as the unexpected displacement of families, give parents a sigh of relief on easier management of t heir children’s wastes when water supply is scarce and sanitary disposal poses a challenge.” “For the Health de-

partment, it is a better alternative that allows parents to focus on more important things while sanitary disposal is afforded for their children,” Sinolinding said. Unsanitary practices, he said, could even lead to serious infections among babies. Earlier, about 80,000 cloth and disposable diapers have been distributed to lactating mothers as part of the continuing humanitarian assistance to affected residents in Marawi City. Khal Mambuay-Campong, ARMM Cabinet secretary, said the recipients are nursing mothers currently in evacuation centers as well as those staying in their relatives’ homes. ARMM government agencies and private do-

nors from Manila and Cotabato City donated the diapers, Campong said. “As part of the ARMM’s Crisis Management Committee, and as a mother, ito yung naisip namin na ibigay dahil gusto namin matulungan yung mga parents na hirap maghanap ng diapers for their babies dahil walang mabilihan (we found it fitting to distribute diapers because mothers would surely find it hard to find hygiene kits in their current situation),” Campong said. She reiterated how important the diapers are to keep the babies clean, dry and healthy. The fifth batch of diapers was distributed on July 10, in evacuation centers in Lanao del Sur. Also, the Philippine

Business for Social Progress and private groups outside the ARMM took part in the campaign. One of the recipients told disaster workers that her baby is in need of diapers. “Since we could not buy them nearby, we just waited here until donors came over,” said Kuray Datu Ma-as, one of the thousands of displaced Marawi residents staying at the evacuation center in Saguriaran municipality. Campong said the drive will continue as long as the displaced families are in evacuation centers. She added that even when they return home, they still need the diapers for their babies. (EOF/PNA) Republic of the Philippines Department of Transportation LAND TRANSPORTATION FRANCHISING & REGULATORY BOARD Regional Office No. 10, Apovel, Bulua, Cagayan de Oro City SPS. MEGAN MAY & JEFRED BAJAO CASE NO. R10-NC/ PA-TH-2017-07-1308 NOTICE OF HEARING APPLICANT(s) PETITIONER(s) request/s authority for the issuance of a Certificate of Public Convenience to operate TH FREIGHT service on the line: WITHIN CAGAYAN DE ORO CITY AND FROM SAID PLACE TO ANY POINT IN MINDANAO ACCESSIBLE TO MOTOR VEHICLE TRAFFIC and vice versa with the use of ONE (1) unit/s. This Application/petition shall be considered by this Board on July 19, 2017 at 2:30 P.M. at this Board on which date Applicants(s) Petitioner(s) shall formally submit his/her/its evidence. The Applicant(s)/ Petitioner(s) shall publish said notice at least TEN (10) DAYS prior to the date of hearing in a daily newspaper of general circulation in Mindanao Island. Party(s) opposed to the approval/granting of the application/petition must file his/her/it’s written opposition with supporting documents, unless this Board deems it necessary to require additional documentary evidence and/or his/her/ its oral testimony(s). FAILURE TO APPEAR AT THE SCHEDULED DATE AND TIME OF HEARING SHALL MEAN THE DISMISSAL OF THE APPLICATION/ PETITION. Issued this 13th Day of July 2017 at Cagayan de Oro City, Philippines.

The National Academy of Science and Technology (NAST) awarded eight Outstanding Young Scientist (OYS) in their different fields of expertise during the Department of Science and Technology 2017 National Science and Technology Week (NSTW) Celebration. With them are Luningning Samarita-Domingo (left) of NAST; academician Fabian Dayrit (6th from left), acting president of NAST-PHL; Department of Budget and Management Secretary Benjamin Diokno (in dark suit); and DOST Secretary Fortunato De La Peña (4th from right). (PNA photo by Ben Briones)

(Sgd.) AMINODEN D. GURO Regional Director MDN: July 15, 2017

Republic of the Philippines Department of Transportation LAND TRANSPORTATION FRANCHISING & REGULATORY BOARD Regional Office No. 10, Apovel, Bulua, Cagayan de Oro City

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MARITEZ L. PILINGAN CASE NO. R10-EV/PI 2017-07-961

SPS. NESTOR & JOEBETH VILLARTA CASE NO. R10-NC-TH 2017-07-1047

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APPLICANT(s) PETITIONER(s) request/s authority issuance of Certificate of Public Convenience to operate TH TRUCK service along the line: WITHIN CAGAYAN DE ORO CITY AND FROM SAID PLACE TO ANY POINT IN THE ISLAND OF MINDANAO, ACCESSIBLE TO MOTORVEHICLE TRAFFIC and vice versa with the use of ONE (1) unit/s. This Application/petition shall be considered by this Board on July 19, 2017 at 2:00 P.M. at this Board on which date Applicants(s) Petitioner(s) shall formally submit his/her/its evidence. The Applicant(s)/ Petitioner(s) shall publish said notice at least TEN (10) DAYS prior to the date of hearing in a daily newspaper of general circulation in Mindanao Island. Party(s) opposed to the approval/granting of the application/petition must file his/her/it’s written opposition with supporting documents, unless this Board deems it necessary to require additional documentary evidence and/or his/her/ its oral testimony(s). FAILURE TO APPEAR AT THE SCHEDULED DATE AND TIME OF HEARING SHALL MEAN THE DISMISSAL OF THE APPLICATION/ PETITION. Issued this 7th Day of July 2017 at Cagayan de Oro City, Philippines.

APPLICANT(s) PETITIONER(s) request/s authority to extend the validity of a Certificate of Public Convenience to operate PUJ SERVICE on the line: ILIGAN CITY PROPER TO 542 PALAO RIVERSIDE-MEDICAL and vice versa with the use of ONE (1) unit/s. This Application/petition shall be considered by this Board on July 21, 2017 at 3:00 P.M. at this Board on which date Applicants(s) Petitioner(s) shall formally submit his/her/its evidence. The Applicant(s)/ Petitioner(s) shall publish said notice at least FIVE (5) DAYS prior to the date of hearing in a daily newspaper of general circulation in Mindanao Island. Party(s) opposed to the approval/granting of the application/petition must file his/her/it’s written opposition with supporting documents, unless this Board deems it necessary to require additional documentary evidence and/or his/her/ its oral testimony(s). N,B FAILURE TO APPEAR AT THE SCHEDULED DATE AND TIME OF HEARING SHALL MEAN THE DISMISSAL OF THE APPLICATION/PETITION. Issued this 11th Day of July 2017 at Cagayan de Oro City, Philippines.

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APPLICANT(s) PETITIONER(s) request/s authority to Extend the Validity of a Certificate of Public Convenience to operate AIRCON TAXI service on the line; WITHIN CAGAYAN DE ORO CITY TO ANY POINT IN REGION X and vice versa with the use of ONE (1) unit/s. This Application/petition shall be considered by this Board on July 19, 2017 at 2:00 P.M. at this Board on which date Applicants(s) Petitioner(s) shall formally submit his/her/its evidence. The Applicant(s)/ Petitioner(s) shall publish said notice at least FIVE (5) DAYS prior to the date of hearing in a daily newspaper of general circulation in Mindanao Island. Party(s) opposed to the approval/granting of the application/petition must file his/her/it’s written opposition with supporting documents, unless this Board deems it necessary to require additional documentary evidence and/or his/her/ its oral testimony(s). FAILURE TO APPEAR AT THE SCHEDULED DATE AND TIME OF HEARING SHALL MEAN THE DISMISSAL OF THE APPLICATION/ PETITION. Issued this 7th Day of July 2017 at Cagayan de Oro City, Philippines.

APPLICANT(s) PETITIONER(s) request/s authority to extend the validity of Certificate of Public Convenience to operate PUJ service on the line: COGON MARKET TO MACANHANBALONGIS and vice versa with the use of ONE (1) unit/s. This Application/petition shall be considered by this Board on July 19, 2017 at 2:00 P.M. at this Board on which date Applicants(s) Petitioner(s) shall formally submit his/her/its evidence. The Applicant(s)/ Petitioner(s) shall publish said notice at least FIVE (5) DAYS prior to the date of hearing in a daily newspaper of general circulation in Mindanao Island. Party(s) opposed to the approval/granting of the application/petition must file his/her/it’s written opposition with supporting documents, unless this Board deems it necessary to require additional documentary evidence and/or his/her/ its oral testimony(s). FAILURE TO APPEAR AT THE SCHEDULED DATE AND TIME OF HEARING SHALL MEAN THE DISMISSAL OF THE APPLICATION/ PETITION. Issued this 7th Day of July 2017 at Cagayan de Oro City, Philippines.

(Sgd.) AMINODEN D. GURO Regional Director MDN: July 15, 2017

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CASE NO. R10-NC/PA-TH2017-07-1307

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APPLICANT(s) PETITIONER(s) request/s authority for the issuance of a Certificate of Public Convenience to operate TH FREIGHT service on the line: WITHIN CAGAYAN DE ORO CITY AND FROM SAID PLACE TO ANY POINT IN THE ISLAND OF MINDANAO ACCESSIBLE TO MOTOR VEHICLE TRAFFIC and vice versa with the use of ONE (1) unit/s. This Application/petition shall be considered by this Board on July 26, 2017 at 2:30 P.M. at this Board on which date Applicants(s) Petitioner(s) shall formally submit his/her/its evidence. The Applicant(s)/ Petitioner(s) shall publish said notice at least TEN (10) DAYS prior to the date of hearing in a daily newspaper of general circulation in Mindanao Island. Party(s) opposed to the approval/granting of the application/petition must file his/her/it’s written opposition with supporting documents, unless this Board deems it necessary to require additional documentary evidence and/or his/her/ its oral testimony(s). FAILURE TO APPEAR AT THE SCHEDULED DATE AND TIME OF HEARING SHALL MEAN THE DISMISSAL OF THE APPLICATION/ PETITION. Issued this 12th Day of July 2017 at Cagayan de Oro City, Philippines.

APPLICANT(s) PETITIONER(s) request/s authority for the issuance of a Certificate of Public Convenience to operate TH FREIGHT service on the line: WITHIN CAGAYAN DE ORO CITY AND FROM SAID PLACE TO ANY POINT IN MINDANAO ACCESSIBLE TO MOTOR VEHICLE TRAFFIC and vice versa with the use of ONE (1) unit/s. This Application/petition shall be considered by this Board on July 19, 2017 at 2:30 P.M. at this Board on which date Applicants(s) Petitioner(s) shall formally submit his/her/its evidence. The Applicant(s)/ Petitioner(s) shall publish said notice at least TEN (10) DAYS prior to the date of hearing in a daily newspaper of general circulation in Mindanao Island. Party(s) opposed to the approval/granting of the application/petition must file his/her/it’s written opposition with supporting documents, unless this Board deems it necessary to require additional documentary evidence and/or his/her/ its oral testimony(s). FAILURE TO APPEAR AT THE SCHEDULED DATE AND TIME OF HEARING SHALL MEAN THE DISMISSAL OF THE APPLICATION/ PETITION. Issued this 13th Day of July 2017 at Cagayan de Oro City, Philippines.

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DTI to stage the ‘7Ms’ in ASEAN In support of an “Inclusive, Innovation-led Growth” for a strong ASEAN Economic Community (AEC), the Philippines, through the Department of Trade and Industry (DTI), is conducting today the ASEAN 2017 MSME Development Summit at the Philippine International Convention Center (PICC), Manila, the Philippines. The Summit will place the interests of MSMEs at the center of the ASEAN Economic C om mu n it y ( A E C ) agenda and putting together the MSME advocates, mentors, enablers and business experts from the ASEAN region who can help develop, handhold, and empower the MSMEs and spread the economic fruits of the AEC dream. With the theme, “The 7Ms Towards Shared Prosperity in ASEAN,” the DTI aims to gather insights from thought See stage, page 11

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King Cup Sardines at Puregold’s Tindahan ni Aling Puring convention

Last May 24 to 28, 2017 Puregold had its annual Tindahan Ni Aling Puring Convention (TNAP) at the World Trade Center, Pasay City. Permex Producer & Exporter Corporation, maker of KING CUP SARDINES participated in the said convention. Aside from dressing up its booth, King Cup Sardines had a segment in TNAP’s program. King Cup Sardines brought its brand ambassador, Ang Probinsiyano himself, Mr. Coco Martin at the convention. Coco Martin graced the convention last May 28, 2017 by performing three (3) songs in a row. The crowd went wild with the King of Primetime Drama that they even followed him after his performance at the King Cup Sardines booth. Fans as well as Permex officers and staff were able to meet and greet King Cup Sardines’ Brand Ambassador at the booth.

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ready to fight if necessary. We should not behave like a dog hiding its tail under its belly as a sign of surrender or manifesting cowardice. Some Muslims think the Christians are afraid of them. Even some broadcast journalists would say “our brother Muslims” in their reports and they do not say “our brother Ilocanos or our brother Cebuanos. Because of this contention in our thinking, the bad Muslims disturb us for many years. They violated our rights thus war begins. What I mean here is the attitude of the Maute group. Of course, many Muslims, like Christians are good people. I cannot understand why the Bureau of Prisons reported the return of the drug trade at the New Bilibid penitentiary. What is happening to or jail guards, the people manning the gate leading to the cells of the inmates? I though Pes. Duterte claimed it was through the influence of then Secretary. of Justice Delima that managed all the illegal things in the place. Now that Delima is out of the picture, she being in detention, still the matter persists as if it is beyond anybody’s control. Some of the inmates must really be powerful they can do whatever they like to go on with their drug business. I think it is high time that we put things in order by letting those guards imprisoned. I am calling Pres. Duterte to make review of his achievements since he took over as president. During See emata, page 11

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and Ateneo de Zamboanga has to offer for incoming senior high school and college students. Davao-based schools Ateneo de Davao University, University of Immaculate Conception, University of Mindanao, Davao Doctors College, and the Holy Cross of Davao College are also ready to address inquiries from interested students and parents. Completing the line-up of schools are the Philippine Science High School, Davao City National High School, I-Chef, IMS, St. Alexius Flight School, MOST Institute and Joji Ilagan Bian Career Center. Those who wish to study abroad may visit Catholic University of Murcia (Spain) UCAM’s booth and attend scholarship talks for Japan and other countries. The Commission on Higher Education, Department of Science and Technology, the Overseas Workers Welfare Administration, as well as the SM Foundation Inc. are also expected to discuss their scholarship programs. Admission to the fair is free. For inquiries, call 2976998. Like SM City Davao on Facebook or follow them on Twitter and Instagram for event and promo updates.

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vegetables a day. Meanwhile, in schools, Department of Education has issued Department Order No. 13 series of 2017 Policy and Guidelines on Healthy Food and Beverage Choices in schools and DepEd offices. This policy aims to make available healthier food and beverage choices among the learners and DepEd personnel and their stakeholders; provide guidance in evaluating and categorizing foods and drinks and provide guidance in the selling and marketing of foods and beverages in schools. Sheila Rose Balbanida, nutrition dietitian of Department of Education (DepEd) region 10 said that they are currently holding trainings for health officers, canteen managers and public school personnel to identify which food or food groups to be sold in school cafeterias. Right now, they have identified foods that are categorized as healthy and unhealthy for consumption. According to Marissa Navales, regional nutrition coordinator that they are campaigning to increase awareness on the importance of healthy diets which protect against both under and over nutrition and non-communicable diseases (NCDs) such as hypertension, diabetes, cardio-vascular diseases and certain types of cancer. Unhealthy diet is composed of foods that are energy-dense yet nutrient poor and are high in saturated fats, trans-fats, refined

carbohydrates or sodium. A diet low in fruits and vegetables or fiber is also characteristic of unhealthy diet. Meanwhile, this leads to poor nutrition and is one of the major risk factors for a range of chronic diseases, including cardiovascular diseases, certain cancers, diabetes and other conditions linked to obesity. NNC also encourages everyone to check the National Guidelines for Filipinos (NGF), Pinggang Pinoy and Nutritional Guide Pyramid to get a list of what to eat to become healthy through their website www.nnc.gov. ph. The theme this year for national nutrition month is “Healthy diet, gawing habit - FOR LIFE!” (JMOR/ PIA10)

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sourcing out such commodities coming from there, he added. According to Montenegro, the only challenge when the project was launched was they tapped the bigger volume vessel of 500 TEUs (Twenty-Foot Equivalent Unit) and they need to come up with 500 20-footer van which is so huge a volume. “But tapping a 100 TEUs capacity vessel then definitely, the movement went smoothly after the launch at hindi gaano kalaki ang magiging financial cost (the financial cost is not so huge),” he said. Montenegro stressed that part of the options now is to explore other possible vessel in Super Shuttle with smaller in volume that could be dispatched for the route while they are working out on other possible options, he said. He pointed out that using a smaller vessel has lower cost. “This may not be necessarily RoRo as it can be conventional to be able to serve that route,” he said. The smaller vessel will be used up to such time that they are able to see the peak in the shipment of cargoes. Montenegro was optimistic the project is destined to pick up at a certain period so long as the necessary complementary activities are also being undertaken. Among the products that will be shipped to Indonesia is flour, feeds which are viable in North Sulawesi although there is a need to secure permit from Indonesia. All other commodities that had been identified previously like the Motolite batteries will still be part of the front load cargoes. He said the back load cargoes emanating from Indonesia are cement and coconut. (Digna D. Banzon/ PNA)

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accordance with Philippine Laws. For ICC applications, all cement importers must be registered with SEC or DTI prior to receiving cement import shipments at the port

Sat-Sun, July 15-16, 2017 of entry with a minimum paid in capitalization of P20 Million for SEC-registered companies and a surety bond of 10 percent of the declared value per ICC application. In the meantime, sampling for PS license holders will be conducted at least once a year per type, per brand basis, either at the production, warehouse area, or at the point of sale. For ICC, samples shall be drawn in the Philippines either from the port of entry area, importer’s declared warehouse, or silo. “DTI is committed to ensure public safety, traceability and accountability by meeting with DTI’s Regional Operations Group (DTI-ROG) and the cement industry to present and discuss the new guidelines for the mandatory certification of Portland and blended hydraulic cement with Pozzolan,“ DTI-Consumer Protection Group (DTI-CPG) Undersecretary Lawyer Teodoro Pascua said. For traceability and verification purposes, the imported and/or manufactured product subject to the application shall contain the following markings: For Portland cement, Name and address of manufacturer, Name and address of importer, if applicable, Country of Origin, Type of Portland cement, Trade name or brand name, Trademark, Net mass of cement in kg., PS mark, Batch identification number and manufacturing date intelligible to the consumers, Red color band with dimensions prescribed by PNS 07. For Blended hydraulic cement with Pozzolan the markings include Name and address of manufacturer, Name and address of importer, if applicable, Country of Origin, Product classification, specification and application prescribed by PNS 63, Trade name or brand name, Trademark, Net mass of cement in kg., PS mark, Batch identification and manufacturing date intelligible to the consumer, Bright yellow color band with dimensions as required by applicable PNS “With this DAO out, DTI’s monitoring and enforcement activities will be intensified to fight the proliferation of non-conforming products in the market, ensuring that the cement sold in the local market is safe for all consumers,” DTIDavao Regional Director Maria Belenda Ambi said. (Jenny Mendoza/PNA)

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She emphasized that one of the primary mandates of the agency is to provide assistance to the families and communities experiencing emergency situations and displacement due to natural or man-made calamities. Family food packs include 6 kilos of rice, 4 tins sardines, 4 tins corned beef/ beef loaf and 6 sachets of instant coffee/cereal drinks.

The dignity kits, on the other hand, contain one piece malong, one pack sanitary napkin, one nail cutter, one tube toothpaste, one toothbrush, one bar soap, one bar detergent, one pail, and a water dipper. DSWD envisions all Filipinos free from hunger and poverty, have equal access to opportunities, enabled by a fair, just and peaceful society by leading in the formulation, implementation and coordination of social welfare and development policies and programs for and with the poor, vulnerable and disadvantaged. (DSWD)

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Under this, he reviewed the alternative flood mitigation plan of CDO and presented the Pulangi Hydropower Plant IV, Reservoir Sediment Flushing Studies. Acd. Montaño, seaweed expert and member of the Mathematical and Physical Sciences Division of NAST, presented an overview of “Seaweed and Other Marine Products.” Further, he talked about the different uses of cultured seaweed in the Philippines, including medicinal, ecological, and agricultural uses. At the end of the first day, the participants were divided into six transdisciplinary groups. The groups focused on the following clusters: food innovation cluster, agriculture and processing trade cluster, mariculture cluster, energy and water cluster, and biodiversity and conservation cluster. Starting off the second day was Father Albert E. Alejo, professor at the Ateneo De Manila University, who talked about “The Role of Communities and Indigenous Peoples of Mindanao in Development.” He highlighted that people from Mindanao experience misinterpretations and there are few to no representation at all when it comes to the national level. Furthermore, he emphasized that the projects, programs and activities on STI should be culturally sensitive. He ended his talk with the recommendation of establishment of an Indigenous Leadership Center. ASec. Romeo M. Montenegro, the deputy executive director of MinDA, talked about “The Mindanao 2020 Peace and Development Plan.” In his talk, he stressed that we need S&T to address the challenges and issues that are present in Mindanao. Dr. Anthony C. Sales, Dir. Dominga D. Mallonga, Timuey Jimid P. Mansayagan, and Dr. Hilly Ann Roa-Quiaoit provided their reactions on some of the talks that happened in the first and second day of the event. At the end of the workshop, six groups came up with first drafts of capsule proposals for the establishment of STI hubs and clusters in Mindanao.

Each group presented their proposals to the resource persons of the activity. The proposals will then be further expanded and refined in consultation with relevant stakeholders in the Mindanao development corridors. The titles of the draft capsule proposals that were submitted were Food Innovation Cluster, Development and Pilot Production of Functional Foods, Strengthening the seaweed cooperative based industry in Northern Mindanao: an eco-friendly coastal livelihood program, Tech-Based Large Scale Assessment of Biodiversity for Management & Conservation, Mindanao Microhydro Innovation Center, and Development of Mindanao Energy Efficient Innovative Technologies Hub thru G.U.T.S. (Generation, Utilization, Transmission and Search). Recognizing that innovation clusters are costeffective ways to stimulate transdisciplinary collaboration, growth and economic development, a key strategy of NAST’s project will be in support of the establishment of innovation hubs and clusters in different regions of the country. Meanwhile, the establishment of STI hubs in Mindanao is seen as a viable strategy to fast track the island’s economic development parallel to the growth of a culture of science in the region. (NAST Philippines)

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P171,000.00. It was then received by Technical Sergeant Claro F. Oliva, chief G7 1st Marine Brigade (1MBDE) of the Philippine Marines. The turn-over of assistance is part of DA Secretary Emmanuel F. Piñol’s commitment in helping the troops following the conflict situation in the city. (AMBManto, DA-RFO10)

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the campaign he promised us of peace in the whole country and even joked he will throw to the Manila bay the criminals. Now crimes, it seem, has tripled and he keeps quiet about it. How is this Mr. President? Do we have to go on with life with the criminals? I am only asking just in case you have the answer. I urge the police in Cagayan de Oro and Iligan cities to make sure no Maute group members are in the evacuees from Marawi. Reports disclosed that some of the rebels are now mixing themselves with the evacuees and they might be able to pass through checkpoints and into the heart of our city. Once they

are with us they might create trouble by bombing our place. Terrorists are very dangerous people and we can not trust them any moment of day. BEN EMATA Bennex News Service

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were affected by the conflict. Secretary Ernie Pernia has announced the intent of international agencies to participate in the rehabilitation task. However, initial paricipation seems to be limited to a simple needs assessment. It would be a safe bet that President Duterte would be knocking at the doors of nontraditional donor countries, namely, China and Russia, for much needed help. xxx I can not agree more with some sports analyst, including Chino Trinidad, who feel that the fighting days of Manny Pacquiao are over. Manny will be 39 in December. Even Freddie Roach commented that it may be time to talk to Manny about retirement. If Mommy D had her way, Manny should have hung up his gloves long ago. Man ny has a l re a dy established his legacy as one of the world’s greatest fighters. Nobody has ever won championships in 8 different weight classes. Another fight with Jeff Horn, win or lose, will not improve or detract from that legacy. All athletes know that at one point retirement is inevitable. Nobody wins against Father Time. The tragedy is very few know exactly when to stop. Analysts say that the GOAT (the Greatest of All Time) Muhammad Ali should have stopped after the Thrilla in Manila when he fought Smoking Joe Frazier for 14 bruising rounds. Ali was then 34. Another boxing great, Joe Louis, then age 37, wanted one more fight. The comebacking Louis got knocked out cold by a rising Rocky Marciano, who went on to become world heavyweight champion. Marciano learned well from Louis. In his last fight, Marciano fought an over-aged Archie Moore. Moore, then 42 (!), dropped Marciano early in the fight. Marciano rallied and stopped Moore in the ninth round to retain his heavyweight belt. Marciano quickly announced his retirement –undefeated- at age 32. Note: You may email us at totingbunye2000@ gmail.com. You may also “like” us on Facebook at “Speaking Out”.

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Chamber sets trade mission to Manado

DAVAO CITY -- The Davao City Chamber of Commerce and Industry Inc., the Mindanao Development Authority (Minda) and the Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) have set a trade mission to Manado, Indonesia next month to further boost the Davao-General SantosBitung Roll-On Roll-Off sea linkage. Minda assistant secretary Romeo Montenegro said the trade mission is part of efforts to finalize arrangement with the Indonesian counterpart for trade activities to support the Davao-General SantosBitung RoRo route which was launched in April by President Rodrigo Duterte and Indonesian President Joko Widodo. “What happened after the launch was the commodities for the front load had not been consolidated yet and they do not have the complete volume coming from Mindanao up to North Sulawesi,” he said. But the backload commodities coming from North Sulawesi or Bitung to Mindanao have been readied and specific agreements were firmed up for See sets, page 11

DavSur teacher enters semis of Outstanding Public Servant search DIGOS CITY -- Teacher Jeovannie Cagoscos made it to the list of the 2017 Honor Awards Program (HAP) semifinalists for showing heroic accomplishment as a public servant. Cagoscos, assigned at the Col. Antonio C. Lanzar Elementary School in Malalag, Davao del Sur, was the lone HAP semi-finalist from the province this year for the Presidential Lingkod Bayan Category. On July 10, the Special Committee on the Presidential Lingkod Bayan and Civil Service Commission Pagasa Awards announced in a published advertisement over a national broadsheet the 25 semi-finalists. According to CSC-Davao del Sur director Richard Ortiz, after validation of the semifinalists’ accomplishments, further shortlisting will be made by the HAP national screening board to determine the awardees who will be recognized in Malacañang Palace in September, the 117th Philippine Civil Service Anniversary, with no less than the President of the Philippines conferring the awards. HAP is CSC’s annual search for outstanding government officials and employees. (Anthony S. Allada/ PNA)

Scholars of the Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) who recently graduated from Masonry NC II receive their respective starter kits. They are among the 117 graduates from 3rd District, Davao City who trained at Southern Mindanao Institute of Technology. Other participants completed Automotive Servicing NC II and Motorcycle Small Engine Servicing NC II. (DSWD)

New guidelines for cement certification

DAVAO CITY -- The Department of Trade and Industry (DTI), through the Bureau of Philippine Standards (BPS), issued the new guidelines for mandatory certification of Portland and blended hydraulic cement with Pozzolan. DTI Department Administrative Order (DAO) 17-05:2017 is specifically issued for the mandatory certification of Portland cement and blended hydraulic cement with Pozzolan covered by PNS 07:2005 and PNS 63:2006, respectively. Only those sourced from foreign cement manufacturing plants holding a valid Philippine Standard (PS) Quality and/or Safety Certification Mark License will be given permission to

enter the Philippine market. DAO 17-05:2017 states that Import Commodity Clearance (ICC) shall be required for all cement importations except those imported by cement manufactures with an operating Integrated Cement Plant/s (ICP) in the Philippines, provided that the imported cement was sourced from a foreign-based manufacturer holding a valid PS License and bears the same brand reflected in the local PS license certificate of the importer-manufacturer. With the new set of guidelines, the regional and provincial offices of DTI will receive and process application for PS license/ ICC certificate for cement, but BPS will be the one to

do the necessary evaluation. If the application is exempted, the local DTI offices will issue the certificate of exemption. Issuance of Conditional Release for all products by BPS or DTI regional and provincial offices is reinstated pursuant to DAO 05:2008 and its implementing guidelines. The PS applications will be filed by a business entity; if a corporation/partnership, with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), and with DTI if a sole proprietorship. Meanwhile, foreign-based manufacturers are required to file their application through their local branch or representative office/representative agency duly registered in See cement, page 11

DSWD aids kampuhan protesters Davao City (DSWD XI) – The Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) on Thursday extended assistance to some 200 teachers and lumad students from the community schools in Talaingod, Davao del Norte and some parts of Compostela Valley Province who staged a week-long protest in front of the regional office of the Department of Education, for alleged harassment in their area. Responding to their

request for food supply, DSWD immediately provided 100 Family Food Packs and 15 Dignity Kits to Lumad students and teachers from the Salugpungan Ta Tanu Igkanugon Community Learning Center, Inc. (STTICLCI) and the Association of Community Educators (ACE). DSWD Undersecretary and Cluster focal person for Mindanao Concerns Mae Fe Ancheta-Templa said, “We recognize the initiative of grassroots organizations

such as the STTILCLCI and ACE for their tireless efforts to make education more accessible to far flung communities. We take this as a challenge from our end as a social welfare agency to continue to deliver the much needed programs and services to the most vulnerable and the underserved sectors of our society. DSWD is committed to offer the ‘Maagap at mapagkalingang serbisyo at tunay na patas na pagtrato sa komunidad.” See aids, page 11