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ASEAN, Australia ink pact vs. terrorism By Joyce Ann L. Rocamora
MANILA – The Association of Southeast Asian (ASEAN) and Australia on Saturday sealed a historic agreement seeking to bolster regional security, with the joint signing of the memorandum of understanding (MOU) on a Cooperation to Counter International Terrorism on the sidelines of the ASEANAustralia Special Summit. Leading the Philippine government delegation was Foreign Affairs Secretary Alan Peter Cayetano, who represents President Rodrigo R. Duterte for the two-day leaders’ dialogue in Sydney. The MOU is aimed at strengthening the cooperation between the two parties in combating terrorism, counter-terrorism financing, and in the fight against violent extremism. In a joint statement, the leaders stressed that the crafting of the MOU demonstrates their “joint resolve to stand together” against those who seek to divide communities.
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Lanao Sur, Maguindanao residents get P25M agri assistance
CAGAYAN DE ORO CITY -- At total of P25 million in agricultural assistance was given to residents in some areas of Lanao del Sur, including Marawi City, and Maguindanao who were affected by conflicts. Nearly 500,000 were displaced during the fivemonth siege of Marawi City and hundreds more were affected by atrocities committed by the Bangsamoro Islamic Freedom Fighters (BIFF) in Maguindanao. The aid—whose main objective is to boost local agricultural production— came from the Kingdom of Belgium and was coursed through the United Nations’ Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO), whose representatives visited Marawi on March 19 and 20. According to FAO, the assistance will benefit comAustralian Prime Minister Malcolm Turnbull speaks at the ASEAN-Australia Special Summit in munities in Marawi City Sydney, Australia on Satuday (March 17, 2018) . and outlying Photo
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THE Philippine Veterans Affairs Office shares in the victory of the senior veterans in its pursuit of a more sustainable monthly pension as the House Committee on Appropriations approved House Bill No. 270, which seeks to increase the Old Age Pension of the senior veterans from P5,000 to P20,000, on March 14, 2018. House Bill No. 270 or “An Act Increasing the Monthly Pension of Senior Veterans Thereby Amending R.A. 6948, As Amended” was introduced by Rep. Geraldine B. Roman. This recognizes that the current pension of P5,000, enacted almost 24 years ago, is clearly not enough to meet the basic necessities for daily living.
The proposal to raise the Old Age Pension of our senior veterans is urgent because it proceeds from a very compelling reason: the steady decline in the number of our senior veterans due to their advanced age. The House Committee on Veterans Affairs and Welfare, chaired by Rep. Leopoldo N. Bataoil, had conducted hearings on, supported, and adopted HB No. 270. The members of the House Committee on Appropriations, chaired by Rep. Karlo Alexei Nograles, saw the urgency to pass the bill and came up with a consensus to expedite its final approval at the House of Representatives, which
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Dads back pact with BFP for emergency vehicle
CAGAYAN DE ORO, March 21 — The city of Cagayan de Oro is supporting the intention of the Bureau of Fire Protection (BFP) to enhance its firefighting, emergency medical and rescue services. The 18th City Council on its regular session Monday presided over by Vice Mayor Raineir Joaquin V. Uy enacted an ordinance authorizing the city mayor to enter into and sign the Memorandum of Agreement See dads, page 9
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Popcom-10 orients Carmen trisikad drivers on Katropa, protects women’s rights By Recthie T. Paculba
CAGAYAN DE ORO CITY, March 21 (PIA) -- As a celebration of the National Women’s Month, the Commission on Population (Popcom)-10 held the Kalalakihang Tapat sa Responsibilidad at Obligasyon sa Pamilya (Katropa) to trisikad drivers from Barangay Carmen, Cagayan de Oro City on March 20 at Popcom Conference Room to remind the latter on their responsibilities to their wife and family, and eventually ensure the women’s chance to achieve physical, emotional and social potential.
Popcom-10 Regional Director Jeremias Gupit cited the roles of trisikad drivers to their family such as reminding their pregnant wife to go to health center for prenatal, ensuring good health and nutrition in the household, and taking care of their family’s well-being. Gupit stressed that this is essential since there is an increase of women mortality due to unattended pregnancy and childbirth in the region and their husbands or partners should be the first person who must take care and give nourishment to these women. See orients, page 9
Sexual and Reproductive Health lecture in DENR 10
In celebration of the National Women’s Month, Commission on Population (Popcom)-10 holds an orientation on Kalalakihang Tapat sa Responsibilidad at Obligasyon sa Pamilya (Katropa) to trisikad drivers from Barangay Carmen that focuses on the rights of women particularly on their rights to health, education, and protection from violence and abuse to ensure their chance to achieve physical, emotional and social potential on March 20 at Popcom Conference Room, Cagayan de Oro City.(PIA/Cagayan de Oro)
69th Araw ng Lala, 17th Alimango Festival opens with fun filled activities By Jasper Marie Oblina-Rucat
Dr. Simer E. Belacho, a medical specialist, gives a lecture on Sexual and Reproductive Health during the Monday Convocation of the Department of Environment and Natural Resources, Region 10 on March 19, 2018 in Cagayan de Oro City. The lecture was part of the month-long celebration of 2018 Women’s Month with the theme “We Make Change Work for Women.” (Ana Mae Sumalinog - RPAO PR No. 03-93-2018)
CAGAYAN DE ORO CITY, March 20 (PIA) -- Colorful parade, Kasalan Ng Bayan or mass wedding and agri aqua trade fair were just some of the activities that kicked off celebration of 69th Araw ng Lala and 17th Alimango Festival 2018 in Lala town, Lanao del Norte on 20 March 2018. With the theme, “Pagkakaisa: Sandata tungo sa Kaunlaran ng Bayan ng Lala,” Vice Mayor Almario Guzman said that this is a yearly event of the municipality where it gathers all
27 barangays to showcase local produce ranging from fruits and vegetables, to fish, shrimps and crabs. Schools, government and private
companies also participated in the parade where it showcased wonderful colors and dance performance in the See alimango, page 9
KIBAWE NHS ARTIST WON FIRST PLACE By Nonito Q. Lauganas - Teacher I (SHS) Kibawe National High School, Kibawe, Bukidnon
Regional Director Arleigh J. Adorable (2nd from left) of the Department of Environment and Natural Resources, Region 10 (DENR 10) awards the Certificate of Appreciation to Dr. Simer E. Belacho (4th from left) for being the resource person in a lecture on Sexual and Reproductive Health during the Monday Convocation of DENR 10 on March 19, 2018 in Cagayan de Oro City. The lecture was part of the month-long celebration of 2018 Women’s Month with the theme “We Make Change Work for Women.” Also in photo (from left to right): Grace Dolores Chan, Chief, Administrative Division and Assistant Gender and Development (GAD) Focal Person of DENR 10; Gilliane Kawaling, GAD Project Support Staff; and Assistant Regional Director Paquito Melicor, Jr. of the Technical Services of DENR 10. (Ana Mae Sumalinog – RPAO PR No. 03-94-2018)
The Kibawe Fire station headed by SFO2 Romeo C. Seriña has launched the observance of Fire Prevention Month with the theme “LIGTAS PILINAS, ang ating hangad, PAG –IINGAT SA SUNOG sa Sarili Ipatutupad.” SFO2 Seriña invited Kibawe National High School as one of the participating schools to submit an entry in the Poster Making Contest conducted last March 2, 2018. Other schools who participated were; Stella Matutina Academy, Roman C. Villalon Memorial Colleges Foundation Inc.,
Madana Mohana Academy and Cultural Mission Academy. Mr. Jose B. Cruz Jr. School Principal of Kibawe National High School without hesitation agreed to submit an entry and tapped me as coach to undertake the said activity. Ms. Luvismin Lumanta, a Grade 11- STEM student and Alcy Pearl Unahon of Grade 10 Rizal were recommended to represent Kibawe NHS to be the contestant for the Senior and Junior High respectively. Three major criteria were introduced as the basis for judging; Theme relevance 40%, Creativity and Originality 30% and Aesthetic Appeal 30% with
a Total of 100%. After a critical and careful deliberations from three judges representing the LGU, Arts and Academe Sectors of Kibawe Poster No. 3 owned by Ms. Luvismin Lumanta of Kibawe NHS- Senior High bagged the First Place followed by Cultural Mission Academy and Stella Matutina Academy. Poster No. 3 being the Winner in the Municipal Level will compete in the Provincial against entries from other municipalities within the province. Congratulations Kibawe NHS for another victory and looking forward for another recognition in the provincial level.
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Muntinlupa’s best 25 years ago, with then Vice Mayor Jimmy Fresnedi, we started to search for and recognize the best and the brightest in the various secondary schools in Muntinlupa City. Many of the Ten Most O ut st and i ng Stu d e nt s (10MOST) are now brilliant doctors, lawyers, engineers, accountants and professionals, who not only shine in their chosen fields, but are the best in what they do. Even those who are still in the university are carving a name for themselves. Right after high school, some became Oblation Scholars (UPCAT Top 50 in the UPCAT), Merit Scholars (ACET Top 50), Star Scholars (DLSUCAT Top 20) and UP INTARMED (UP Med’s 7-year accelerated medicine program) passers. Joseph Patrick Echavarria, 10MOST2001 Rank 1 from De la Salle Santiago Zobel School, went on to become one of the Ten Outstanding Students of the Philippines (TOSP) in 2005. Ralph Guzman,
10MOST1999 from the PAREF Southridge School for Boys, went on to become a GMA News Reporter and Anchor, before moving on to become the COO of Guthrie-Jensen, a consultancy firm. Clemente Domingo III, 10MOST1995 from the Southridge Night School now has his own fast-rising advertising agency, Ideas X Machina. Steven Camiña, 10MOST2005 from Southridge, took his BS Computer Science and Engineering and Masters of Engineering in Computer Science at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology. His schoolmate, Lance Katigbak, 10MOST2011, studied BA Broadcast Communication at UP Diliman for two years before moving on to finish his degree at Harvard University. Juan Miguel Montes, 10MOST2001 from Southridge, earned his Mathematical Finance degree and PhD from the Università degli Studi di Padova, one of Europe’s oldest and most
prestigious universities. Raz de la Torre, 10MOST1997 from Zobel, studied at the The London Film School, and is now a TV and film director for ABS-CBN and Star Cinema. Jay Patrick Santiago, 10MOST2000 Rank 1 from the South Crest School, went on to become a member of the Hong Kong International Arbitration Court after finishing Law. He is currently a Dual Qualified (England and Wales and the Philippines) International Arbitration Court Lawyer. Roselyn Mateo, 10MOST2000 from the PAREF Woodrose School for Girls, was one of the many 10MOST INTARMED passers. After UP Med, she did her residency at the Rush University Medical Center in Chicago. She recently moved to the Harvard Medical School in Boston to do clinicals and research in Endocrinology. Jernelyn Reloj, 10MOST1998 Rank 1 from the Muntinlupa National High School-Main, after finishing medicine,
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now, has her own clinic. L ast Friday, on the award’s 25th year, the Muntinlupa city government recognized the following awardees for this year, aptly nicknamed 10MOST Silver. Jose Mateo Emmanuel Fernando – De La Salle Santiago Zobel School Allaina Nicole Abergas – Miraculous Medal School Fiorello Marco Mercado – Muntinlupa Christian Academy Reichmond Zaldy Bantilan – Muntinlupa National High School - Main Domingo Macinas Jr. – Muntinlupa Science High School Antonio Jose Maria Lorenzo – PAREF Southridge Katrina Hernandez – PAREF Woodrose Jolina Abner – Pedro E. Diaz High School See MUNTINLUPA, page 5
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The Bong Go fever He was and still is dubbed as the (supreme) photobomber. But in the life of President Rodrigo Duterte he is more than what anybody could imagine he is. Heads of states as well as the ordinary hoi polloi who want to to talk to or seek the former mayor of Davao City and now President of the Philippines has to first talk to Christopher T. Go before getting to his boss. Short wonder why he gets the enviable privilege to have selfies with heads of states. In first encounters they would always recall the name of Bong Go, the President's all around man... private secretary, runner, sub-memory data bank, the gate keeper and everything. Bong, as we all call him, fits his job to the T. The most intimate person to
the President but nary a hint would one hear him take pride of that enviable post. His lips are almost perpetually zipped when it comes to matters involving the President, politics and his own role as Presidential Assistant (with a rank of secretary) and head of the Presidential Management Staff. The only time he bares himself is when he dons his basketball uniform. Bong is a mean basketball player. But don't mistake Bong's extremely reserve mien for anything less than what he is. He is a graduate of Business Management from La Salle University. That should explain why he systematically imbibes and manages the voluminous data which he could dish out on the spot when Duterte asks one. How he handles calls and
SMS from more than 6,000 daily callers and texters is a wondrous mystery. In less than two years on his present job he has travelled to all nooks and crannies of the country than any of the incumbent senators. And like his boss he has been in places where most of the senators fear to trek. He learned his lessons in politics the hard way and yes you can bet ... he learned this hands on. He is neither a movie star nor a son of a famous name. But his name Bong Go resonates with Digong Duterte. Maybe just the only thing he hasn't learned is the litany of expletives that his boss is quite famous with. But I have known Bong up close. Simple, extremely polite and, like his boss, he is a very compassionate
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man. I have gone this length writing about Bong's persona. I have to admit I was beaten into it by the rabid opposition and Rappler's Pia Ranada who thought that placing the most intimate man to the President in the senate grand inquisition to answer questions about his alleged involvement in the frigate deal would earn them a slam dunk. Bong only spoke of the truth and he was unflinching. He became extra famous. From then on Bong became his own man. His boss, the President, is really proud of him and so are we.
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Learning to Love Think a minute…about love. It makes the world go around, right? The problem is that there doesn’t seem to be much going around! Most of us know that to love and be loved is what life is all about. So why is there so little real love in the world? Why have so many of us not learned how? How do I learn to love? It’s simple: until I have been truly loved by someone else, I don’t know how to truly love others. I know what you’re
thinking: “No one has ever loved me like that! I mean really loved me all the time without conditions, just as I am.” Even our parents and spouse many times fail to love us that way. So how can I ever learn to love? I’ve got some very good news for you. Someone already has loved you like that! You just didn’t know it. We learn to love by seeing God’s love for us in Jesus Christ. Jesus loves you without conditions. No person in history has lived
with such a perfect kind of love for others has Jesus Christ did. Real love cannot be done by slogans or songs. They cannot change our self-centered heart and nature. We all want real love, but none of us is able to give it. That’s why Jesus came: to show us what real love looks like. Jesus has given us the greatest picture and proof of His love for us—by giving His perfectly innocent life for all of our wrongs. So how do you learn to
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love? Just let Jesus love you. Ask Him to take charge of your heart and life everyday. And as you receive His love and power every day, you’ll start learning how to love others like that; since you’ll always be getting the love you need from Him. Just Think a Minute…
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ALTERNATIVE LEARNING SYSTEM – EDUCATION AND SKILLS TRAINING (ALS-EST) The Alternative Learning System (ALS) is a DepEd’s flagship program to provide a viable mechanism to reach Filipino youth who are unable to access or who have dropped out from school, as well as adults who failed to complete basic education. Furthermore, ALS is one of the key priorities of DepEd. In the 10-point agenda laid down by Secretary Leonor Magtolis in the document “Quality, Accessible, Relevant and Liberating Basic Education for All”, the third point thereof reads “For those who are not reached by the formal basic education system, whether youth or adults, we will intensify our efforts for extensive positive outcomes on ALS. We will do this through better targeting of beneficiaries, broader coverage, prioritization of these programs by implementing units, partnerships and modalities that fit the circum-
stances of target learners. A highly successful ALS program will be one of the major legacies of the Duterte administration.” Moreover, the pronouncement was affirmed by Resident Duterte in his first State of the Nation Address, when he said: “We will also intensify and expand Alternative Learning System”. Dated August 15, 2017, the Department of Education (DepEd), through the Bureau of Curriculum Development has released a DepEd Order No. 46, s. 2017 also known as a Framework for the Pilot Implementation of the Alternative Learning System – Education and Skills Training (ALS-EST) in which Misamis Oriental is one of the select divisions to implement the said Education and Skills Training. Opol National Secondary Technical School was chosen as a pilot secondary school to implement this S.Y. 20172018. DepEd shall pilot the
implementation of the Alternative Learning System – Education and Skills Training (ALS-EST) in calendar year 2017 to 2018 to produce ALS learners/ completers who are not only able to catch up with basic academic education, but have also acquired technical competencies suitable for immediate employment. The distinct element of ALS-EST is the programmatic integration of a skills training component within ALS. ALS-EST, in consultation with field implementers and partners, will identify the skills training options to offer, and mobilize both DepEd and external partners for their delivery. The ALS-EST will be implemented on pilot basis for 2017 to 2018. Based on the pilot implementation outcomes, there will be a determination whether it will be expanded in 2019, and an evaluation on how it aligns to the new ALS K to 12 Basic Education Program.
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Año to close Boracay for six months. “Right now it’s status quo,” Roque clarif ied. “There’s a recommendation, but the President will (still have to) act on it.” The Palace spokesman said he still had to verify if the issue of Boracay would be discussed at the next Cabinet meeting set on April 3, after the Holy Week break. He also bared that Boracay Tubi System, Inc. (BTSI), one of the two water service providers in Boracay Island, Aklan, would do the drainage of Boracay for free. The offer, he said, comes from Macro-Asia, BTSI’s mother firm and one of the two water concessionaires in Boracay. Moratorium Roque reiterated that Duterte’s move to temporarily close Boracay has nothing to do with the reported
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MANILA -- Tourists are still welcome to visit Boracay during the Holy Week and throughout summer, as the proposal to temporarily close the island to fix environmental problems is expected to take effect afterward, or during the tourist spot’s lean season. Presidential Spokesperson Harry Roque made this remark, following concerns that the island’s temporary closure would mean tourists would no longer get to enjoy one of the country’s top tourist destinations during its peak season.
“Proceed to Boracay, especially since it’s Holy Week. I don’t think any closure will happen during the peak season of Boracay. We’re looking at, possibly, if the President (Rodrigo R. Duterte) finally accepts the recommendation, lean season,” Roque said in a Palace briefing on Thursday. To date, Roque said there is no specific instruction from the President on the planned closure. Earlier, Duterte said he was supportive of the recommendation of Department of the Interior and Local Government (DILG) officer-in-charge Eduardo
Aklan, is expected to be implemented starting June. “We’re fixing it, so it becomes a sustainable environment,” Roque said. “I don’t really know how the temporary closure will affect the casinos because they will have to construct. But
what I do know is there’s a moratorium in place for any further improvements in Boracay.” Roque added if the casinos are indeed constructed in Boracay, the Department of Environment and See open, page 11
The Challenging Role of the Senior High School Registrar By Joevanne G. Flores-Admin Aide VI, CID Section DepEd Bukudnon
The school registrar plays an important role in the upkeep of learners’ records as well as the personal and academic information which are imperative or significant in the entire school life of the learners. The upkeep of learners’ academic information most
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particularly their grades and promotion requires adeptness of the school registrar in records management apart from it is filing system and management. Learners’ records should be well-organized so that said records or information can easily be retrieved when needed by the learners or students’ concerned
teachers, school principal, and other school authorities for any school and legal purposes. In addition, the school registrar should accurately and meticulously record grades and other relevant information of learners on students’ permanent record or School Form 137 and checks the accuracy of
grades and personal information of students most particularly the learners’ reference number or LRN in all school forms. Furthermore, the school registrar should also adopt a systematic filing system both the softcopy of learners’ records and the hardcopies of learners’ documents to facilitate easy and prompt retrieval should learners’
A&E Test: From 75% to 60% Passing Score By ELLEN MARIE L. CABANLIT Teacher 1 / ALS Mobile Teacher DepEd-Misamis Oriental, Initao District
Dated February 12, 2018, the Division of Misamis Oriental received the Certificates of Rating (COR) of all test takers from the November 26, 2017 Accreditation and Equivalency (A&E) Test. Sad to note that only 5 out of 77 elementary test takers passed and 176 out of 1,323 junior high school test takers passed the exam. Based from the previous ALS data on test passers of the division, it is shown that there is almost 67% decrease in terms of the percentage of passers. Accordingly, dated March 1, 2018, Secretary Leonor Magtolis Briones announced the change in passing score from 75% to 60% on the recent Ac-
creditation and Equivalency (A&E) Test. Subsequently, the percentage of A&E passers in Misamis Oriental Division increased into 44.5% where 35 passed the elementary level and 824 in junior high school. She further stated that “Based on my evaluation, in consultation with all our relevant officers and personnel, the following are the contributory factors that made the current test more difficult than the previous ones, and impaired the fairness of the test; the language used in test questions for Math and Science were changed from Filipino in the previous tests to English in the current test. The negative impact of this was very pronounced in the elementary
level examination, the time gap between the time of completion of ALS interventions and the current test was prolonged because of a number of postponements in test administration, there was a change in the technical reference of, as well as significant increase in, the passing score for the test, an initial comparison of the test questions show a higher degree of difficulty in the present test than the previous one and there were shortcomings in adequately communicating the assessment changes to ALS implementers. A 60% passing score in examinations is generally acceptable. Secretary Briones wanted to emphasize that these measures are applicable only to the said tests. I am directing our officers and personnel concerned to un-
dertake a thorough review of our A&E examination standards, including their alignment to existing learning resources and instruction delivery, and to consult external experts. In the meantime, the provision in DepEd Order No. 55, s. 2016 setting the passing score at 75% is suspended pending this review. In addition, she reiterated the present administration’s commitment to intensify and expand the Alternative Learning System (ALS) programs in order to reach our out-ofschool youth and adults who have failed to finish basic education and provide better opportunities for them. We will closely work with stakeholders, consult them, and strengthen partnerships to achieve this goal.
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Gina eyes DOST’s CEST program to help alleviate poverty “We can get our country out of poverty and I need the help of the Department of Science and Technology (DOST),” so said Regina Pas “Gina” Lopez, famous environmentalist and philanthropist during the National Science and Technology Week celebration in 2015. She was lo oking at DOST’s program called CEST, or the Community Empowerment through Science and Technology, as the “help” she needs to aid the country in getting out of poverty. CEST is a program of the DOST which aims to alleviate poverty through S&T interventions in health and nutrition, water and sanitation, basic education and literacy, livelihood and enterprise development, and disaster risk reduction and management. Breaking new ground through ‘The Quest’ Known for being a pioneer in corporate social responsibility, Lopez has taken her advocacy to the next level. Her foundation called “ILOVE” or Investments in Loving Organizations for Village Economies launched “Quest for LOVE,” a nationwide search for loving organizations seeking to transform marginalized communities into agroforestry, fisheries, or ecotourism sites. Recently, ILOVE reached out to several government agencies to give a hand. Because of its CEST program, the DOST naturally became one of the ILOVE’s partners. Other partner government agencies include Department of Trade and Industry, Department of Social Welfare and Development, Department of Tourism, Department of National Defense, Department of Public Works and Highways, Technical Education and Skills Development Authority, the Social Economy Action Research Foundation, Bayan Academy for Social Entrepreneurship and Human Resource Development, and the private sector. The ILOVE-government partnership was able to raise
P5 million. Because of its noble intent, ILOVE caught the heart of DOST Secretary Fortunato T. de la Peña. “I would like to express my admiration to the Quest for LOVE. This is very relevant, timely, and innovative. We have a program that matches ILOVE very well and we call it CEST,” said the Secretary during the launch. To date, the CEST program has already benefited many grassroot communities around the country. One example is Barangay Apang in Alilem, Ilocos Sur which was dubbed as the “poorest of the poor” in most surveys. Farmers and fisherfolks are now able to find alternative income by selling fruits and vegetables in nearby markets and stores to be able to buy other goods for their families. Unlike the usual reality TV competitions that showcase talents such as singing and dancing, the Quest for LOVE wants to put the spotlight to loving organizations that are passionate and goal-driven. “The stand of ILOVE is to bring genuine economic growth through area development,” Lopez said. “Why do we just give awards to those who sing well? Why don’t we give awards to communities that have the guts and creativity to help themselves get out of poverty?” she added. The competition will feature the journey of the transforming poor communities into social and economic enterprises in a reality TV show that Lopez will produce. Area development The “Lola Sayong Eco Surf Camp” is one of the continuous projects of the ILOVE foundation and can be found in Gubat, Sorsogon. It was initiated by a kind old lady who decided to transform her property into a beachfront paradise where local street kids were provided food, and shelter and jobs by giving surfing lessons to tourists. “They have a really beautiful surf but the people
Farmers as Entrepreneurs
By Erwel Jhun C. Recta
What is an entrepreneur? An entrepreneur is someone who produces for the market. An entrepreneur is a determined and creative leader always looking for the opportunities to improve and expand his business. Entrepreneurs like to take calculated risks, and assume responsibility for both profits and losses. An entrepreneur is passionate about growing his business and is constantly looking for new opportunities. Can small-scale farmers become entrepreneurs? Yes. Small-scale farmers all over the world have shown a remarkable ability to adapt. They look for better ways to
organize their farms. They try new crops and cultivars, better animals, and alternatives technologies to increase productivity, diversify production, and reduce risk- and to increase profits. They have become more market oriented and have learned to take calculated risks to open or create new markets for their products. Many smallscale farmers have many of the qualities of an entrepreneur. For small-scale farmers to become entrepreneurs they need all these qualities and more. They need to be innovative and forward-looking. They need to manage their businesses as long-term ventures with a view to making them sustainable. They need to be able to identify opportunities and seize them.
there were really poor. So when I went there, I got money from Energy Development Corporation (EDC) and this is how we use it: we put surfboards, boat refurbishing, beach tents, multi-purpose hall, toilet and shower facilities, and glass bottom floating cottages. It is area development,” Lopez said. From being a poor community, Gubat has grown to be a role model for area development. According to her, they invested P1.5 million for area development in Gubat. After a year, their gross revenue already increased to P5.9 million. “Because of the investment of P1.5 million, agriculture and fisheries came
up. The cost of transportation was affected because a lot of people are going there. Also, other ecotourism sites sprang up in nearby towns like Sorsogon City, Bulusan, and Matnog,” she added. The project also provided new services as the town now has massage therapists and tourist guides as well as emerging developments in other micro enterprises such as T-shirt printing, souvenirs, handicrafts, and food production. The quest for the change agent “One thing that I want to say from my experience is that: the key is the change agent. You can have a lot of money, scientists, or government assistance, but if you do not have a change agent,
it is not going to work,” Lopez remarked. She added, “The spirit of the Quest is to search for loving organizations that have the LOVE idea: a great, splendid idea on how to lift up village economies.” The Quest is open to social enterprises, cooperatives, people’s associations, foundations, NGOs, and other socially-oriented organizations. They must have an ongoing intervention program for a specific community and/or have completed at least two successful community development programs in the past. Application period is from 8 March to 13 April, 2018. Sixteen organizations will be pitched in the ini-
tial screening and will be trimmed down to the Top eight deserving loving organizations that shall receive PhP 100,000 plus direct access to government support. The Quest for LOVE will run for eight months and will be aired as a segment in Gina Lopez’s TV program “G-Diaries”. At the end of the period, the top three loving organizations will be awarded based on tangible enterprise and the social and environmental outcomes they achieved. The winners shall receive additional direct assistance from ILOVE and its private and government partners. For the complete mechanics and details of the competition, visit www. questforlove.ph
LEADERSHIP: A CALL FOR TRANSFORMATION By Jocelyn D. Mejos Sto. Niño Elementary School Manolo I District
Each one is born a leader and it is a challenge for all of us to instill this in our mind. We can be leaders even on our little way just like a father who sets an example to his child with the values that he wants his child to be. This is the scenario of transforming better leadership, how can anyone asSome small-scale farmers do have these qualities, but they still focus on maintaining their traditional way of life. Their production decisions are based on what they need – not on what is possible. The farmer-entrepreneur produces a clear picture in his mind of what is possible and the future he wants. He knows that what is possible is determined by the market. The farmer-entrepreneur is always looking for new opportunities. He knows that new opportunities are found in the market. The farmerentrepreneur wants to make profits. He knows that profits are made in the market. An entrepreneurial farmer has the initiative, drive, capacity, and ability to take advantage of opportunities.
pire for a better nation? How can anyone work to prosper? How can everybody fill each other’s need to satisfy the tears for knowledge so we can build a better community? Every society in which citizens live for naught but fleeting pleasures, where men no longer trust each other each other and whose members let themselves go is doomed. Instead of lamenting let’s
try to transform our own, we can’t change the whole universe, but leadership starts in me. To do our job and does it well, to become master at it, each one works in his own fields. I touch lives, you touch mine. It’s just the same that I am happy because I love my work. I am committed to do even a simple task just to help every individual who craves for transformation. Voluntary decision, constantly renewed to raise above our natures it gives us a lasting
joy of being at peace with ourselves. I may forego and immediate pleasures to assure myself the great joy in the future of looking at my past without shame, but with pride. It is where you’d forget your personal pleasures because you consider the majority. “My dear colleague, your sincerity and honesty count the most, “Says late DILG sec. Jessie Robredo. This goes to show that “leadership is action not a position.”
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FDC Misamis blood drive to save patients suffering from cancer, kidney failure
In an aim to help save more patients suffering from cancer and kidney failure in Northern Mindanao, the Gotianun-led FDC Misamis Power Corporation (FDC Misamis) recently conducted its second annual bloodletting activity at the firm’s power plant site in Phividec Industrial Estate, Villanueva, Misamis Oriental. Assisted by the Philippine National Red Cross (PNRC) - Cagayan de Oro City Chapter, employees from the firm’s various business units took part in the life-saving activity. “What a laudable undertaking,” remarked PNRC nurse Ophelia Sayson, adding, “FDC Misamis’ 2nd Bloodletting activity really boosted our intensified campaign for more blood donations region-wide.” Sayson disclosed that their agency releases an average of 120 to 130 bags of blood every day, thus, it is vital that they have ample and continuous supply. “There were patients as far as from Pagadian City and Bukidnon asking for free blood and we can’t refuse since their attending physicians were also Cagayan de Oro City-based.”
On record, said Sayson, patients with kidney trouble, mothers suffering from postpartum syndrome and those with leukemia are their top three patientbeneficiaries. “Having ample supply of blood available 24/7, these needy patients would no longer have to wait. Instead, they could avail the free blood they needed as soon as possible,” she stressed. FEELING ‘SUPER HERO’ Employee-donor Raymark del Puerto from the firm’s Information Technology Management System (ITMS) quipped, “It’s my first time to donate blood and I feel like a super hero after.” Security guard Richard Caayupan also exclaimed, “I am happy I donated blood that could save others especially those who have less in life.” At first, Del Puerto admitted that he really felt nervous. “Yet, after the process of blood extraction, I realized that I have made something big not for myself but for others,” he said. He then shared an experience that they were once See blood, page 11
BLOOD DONORS. Employees of FDC Misamis Power Corporation during the power firm’s 2nd Annual Bloodletting Drive at their power plant site in Villanueva town, Misamis Oriental.
Globe now carries 2x more data traffic than competition Undisputed network of choice for smartphone users in PH
COURTESY VISIT. Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) Assistant Regional Director for Administration Ma. Vilia L. Vigil [2nd from left] responds to queries of USAID Officials who paid a courtesy visit to DSWD on Tuesday. USAID officers include [from left] Consuelo Añonuevo, Office of Health, USAID Manila; Leonila Gutierrez, Office of Energy, Environment and Climate Change, USAID Manila; and Jenna White of LINC, a USAID implementing partner. (DSWD/Carmela Cadigal-Duron)
Globe registered its mobile data traffic at 600 petabytes (PB) in 2017, more than double compared to competition, based on recent disclosures filed at the PSE and SEC. This indicates that more mobile users are benefitting from the company’s strategy to extensively deploy LTE in the country. Globe mobile data traffic surged 66% from 361 PB registered in 2016, supported by compelling data and content offers from global and local partners. The competition’s mobile data traffic paled in comparison, registering only 275 Petabytes in 2017. At the end of 2017, Globe had a total of 10,300 LTE base stations compared with competition’s 8,700 base stations following the company’s aggressive deployment of LTE sites using the 700 megahertz (MHz), 1800 MHz and 2600 MHz
band. “Our LTE mobile data service is getting more pervasive, thus giving our customers a better quality of experience. With more reliable and faster mobile internet, our customers will truly enjoy their digital lifestyle. We intend to continue investing on LTE to meet the demands of our customers for streaming and always on digital services,” Globe President & CEO Ernest Cu said. Amid steady expansion of the company’s LTE coverage and capacities, Globe LTE traffic alone jumped 88% in 2017 as more cus-
tomers shift to an LTE SIM and use LTE-enabled handsets. As a result, the company’s mobile data users as a percentage of its mobile customers increased to 56% from 46% a year earlier. This in turn supported the company’s mobile data revenues, reaching P43.1 billion in 2017, a 23% increase than the P35 billion reported a year ago. Mobile data was also the biggest contributor to mobile business, accounting for 44% of total mobile service revenues. Aside from having a greater footprint, network performance is also a See carries, page 11
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“Usbon ang panghunahuna nga ang pag-atiman sa mga bata trabaho lang sa asawa. Kini nga trabaho kinahanglan ang pagtimbayayongay. Ato sad ning kaakuhan isip lalaki (We must change our mindset that taking care of the children is solely the role of the wives. This requires partnership. This is also our responsibility as men), Gupit said. Population Program Officer IV Rolando Butaslac of the Community Improvement Division of the City Government of Cagayan de Oro further shared that men should be involved in responsible parenthood, family health and development since one-fifth or 20.7 percent of women reported that their husbands want more children they do. Studies also reveal the contraceptive prevalence rate (CPR) for male sterilization or vasectomy is only 0.1 percent. Popcom-10 also reported that in northern Mindanao, 18.2 percent of women have experienced emotional violence, 12 percent physical violence and 4.2 percent sexual violence. Taking note of these gender gaps, Butaslac said that modern men should be able to balance the weight of the game and they can do this by helping in managing the household chores and nurturing of the children. “Kailangan ring magkaroon ang mga modernong lalake na kakayahang maipahayag ang kanyang emosyon at nararamdaman, maging mabuting huwaran sa mga anak, at may malusog na pamumuhay (Modern men should be able to express his emotions and feelings, become a good example, and have a good lifestyle),” Butaslac said. These and more practices should be inculcated to men not only to the participants of the orientation because for a very long time, men and women were boxed on what they can and could not do due to different rules set for both sexes, and there is inequality in upholding rights at chances, Butaslac stressed.(RTP/PIA10)
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(MOA) with the BFP covering the use of one emergency vehicle (ambulance). The city is one of the recipients of the vehicles from the government of Japan in line with the project “Providing emergency vehicles to 15 Local Government Units in Mindanao.” Under the MOA, the BFP shall shoulder the taxes, duties and fees in the importation of the emergency vehicle, provide yearly maintenance repair of the emergency vehicles stationed in the locality and provide additional personnel to the City Fire Station. For its part, the city shall shoulder the handling and
transportation cost from Subic Freeport Zone to BFP National Headquarters and from BFP National Headquarters to Cagayan de Oro City. It shall also provide assistance in the yearly repair and maintenance of the vehicle and provide shelter or garage of the vehicle in case there is no available garage in the fire station. This legislation was favorably endorsed by Vice Mayor Uy. (JAO/CdeOSP)
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municipality. In a mass wedding held in the gymnasium of Lala, 42 couples exchanged their wedding vows after five to 10 years of living together. This time, they will be able to get their marriage certificates and blessed by the Catholic church. Meanwhile Councilor Lyndon Abucay shared that Lala is the only 1st class
town in the province of Lanao del Norte. Further, they are developing it to be the business district center of the province with barangay Maranding as lead. Brgy Captain Raul Mendoza of Poblacion in Lala, meanwhile, said that they are displaying the biggest fish, crab and shrimp in order to win. They have put up their booth and gathered all local produce from their barangay for
the aqua and agri trade fair. Further, their aqua products come from Panguil Bay. Among the competitions in the trade fair are the biggest agri and aqua products. The event started on 19 to 22 March 2018. For the following days, Lala will hold teachers’ day, Persons with Disability (PWDs) health checkup, free clinic, bloodletting and medical mission. They
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Isuzu Philippines unveils the all-new RZ4E Blue Power engine Isuzu Philippines Corporation (IPC) introduced another first in diesel engine technology through the recent launch of its all-new RZ4E Blue Power engine. “The global trend of producing smaller capacity engine that has an output of larger engines has come to Isuzu,” said IPC President Hajime Koso. “The new RZ4E Blue Power engine, carries with it our years of experience as a diesel engine manufacturer. Carefully developed to provide optimized power and torque; this engine performs efficiently, with much care for the environment, running with less noise & vibrations, and is very easy to maintain,” he added. Totaling four years of test and development, the Isuzu RZ4E engine has a displacement of 1,898-liters, capable of producing, maximum power of 150 PS at 3,600 rpm and a maximum torque of 350 N-m from 1,8002600 rpm – and is EURO 4 compliant.
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Yamaha Grand Prix 2018 inaugurates in Davao The Yamaha Grand Prix is back and Davao becomes the inaugural racing grounds. The season presents brand new categories that adds
to the competition. First, inspired by the point system of the MotoGP, Yamaha held an online voting campaign where
Here are the results:
Category Pos Rider Name Champion Masato Fernando YGP 150 Open UB Season 2nd Place John Emerson Inguito Championship 3rd Place MckInley Kyle Paz
Racing Team Yamaha Spec V Racing Team (Wildcard) 4S1M Yamaha Racing Team (Luzon) Phoenix Yamaha Koso Faito Racing Team (Luzon)
Yamaha Dealer Cup Champion Durraine Dan Carlos Race Expert 2nd Place Garry Caneda 3rd Place Ephraim Onahon
LYR Motorhub Racing Team DES Marketing Racing Team Rhean Marketing Racing Team
Yamaha Dealer Cup Champion John Paul Lantape Race Intermediate 2nd Place Bornok Mangosong 3rd Place Simon Spencer Solon
Motorace Racing Team Rhean Marketing Racing Team DES Marketing Racing Team
Sniper 150 Champion One-Make Race 2nd Place 3rd Place All Female Category Champion 2nd Place 3rd Place 160 Open AT
Ephraim Onahon Vingie Coloma Vrei-Ar Suba Shiena Mae Cuenca From Tagum, Davao Justine Bethany Tolentino From Luzon Mary Erica Espinosa From Davao
Champion Dennis Jeno Malasa 2nd Place Vingie Coloma 3rd Place Chriss Karlou Samoga
LYR Motorhub Fun Champion Race AT 2nd Place 3rd Place Emcor Fun Race UB Champion 2nd Place 3rd Place cmyk
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Nissan Philippines Inc. President and Managing Director Ramesh Narasimhan (2nd from left) joins the opening of Nissan Butuan together with (from left) Hon. Congressman Atty. Lawrence Fortun, Agusan del Norte 1st District; Willy Tee Ten, President of Autohub Group; Uy Ching Siong, Vice Chairman of Millennium Gallery Motors Inc; Rey Desiata, Executive Secretary of Hon. Mayor Engr Ronie; Vicente Conde Lagnada, Mayor of Butuan City.
Nissan strengthens national coverage with new NREDI-designed dealership in Butuan Just a few weeks after their Dumaguete launch, Nissan inaugurates another dealership, this time in Butuan, Agusan del Norte. Sporting
the brand’s new retail visual design, the 2,000 sq. meters showroom, located at Kilometer 3, National Highway, See nissan, page 11
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placed in a difficult situation looking for any available blood when his mother was in a volatile health condition. “Although my mom couldn’t benefit anymore from my blood donation, I am still happy that others could avail of it in order to prolong their lives,” stressed del Puerto. FDC Misamis Plant Manager Luis Lagarnia, Jr., meanwhile, congratulated their employees-turned-blood donors. He said their bloodletting activity is an annual event aimed at encouraging their employees to regularly donate blood and be “heroes” to others. “Donating blood is just a simple thing but such little deed can create huge impacts to others whose lives can be saved because of our initiative,” capped Lagarnia.
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from page 8 function of network load and utilization which may impact download and upload speeds. Globe has consistently improved internet speeds for both mobile and wired internet, fully committed to deliver a better quality of experience for its customers. Speedtest results for February this year showed that download and upload speed in the Philippines improved 26% and 15% year-on-year, respectively, for mobile while download and upload speed for fixed broadband improved 51% and 72% year-on-year, respectively.
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from page 10 New technological features include, a well-design combustion system, composed of a Diamond Like Coated (DLC) pistons pins, coupled with a clothoid curve combustion chamber, new fracture split design connecting rod and DLC fuel injector needles – which are all put together to decrease engine friction thus promoting improved fuel economy and lesser exhaust emissions. Aside from the combustion system, the RZ4E also has a new water-cooled Variable Geometry Turbo-charger system, that ensures that the engine has excellent throttle response even at low rpm. The turbo-charger’s turbine is made from high temperature resistant material while the central body is water cooled for durability. For ease of maintenance, the new RZ4E engine has a Hydraulic Valve Lash Adjuster (HVLA) which keeps the correct valve lash clearance, a Single Engine Accessory Drive-belt for the alternator and air-conditioning compressor and a Cartridge-type Oil Filter - which is another one of its ecological feature, that eliminates discarding of the metal canister by replacing only the paper element of the filter. The Isuzu mu-X RZ4E LS-A MT records 37.27 km/l which is up to 14.32% improvement from the 2.5-liter variant (32.60 km/l), while the Isuzu mu-X RZ4E LS-A AT logs a total of 35.80 km/l that is up to 48.36% higher than the 2.5-liter variant (24.13 km/l). The test is conducted under the supervision and verification of the Automobile Association Philippine (AAP) following the Department of Energy (DOE) testing parameters and standards. “Our 2.5-liter engine
as it is, is already fuel efficient, but with the introduction of the new Isuzu RZ4E engine, our Isuzu mu-X model now is made smarter by performing at a higher capacity under lower fuel consumption,” said Koso. The new Isuzu RZ4E Blue Power engine is set to replace Isuzu’s existing 2.5-liter variants and will be made available for both the Isuzu mu-X and D-MAX models. Similar to the mu-X, the Isuzu D-MAX will have its own smart and functional variants – the Isuzu D-MAX RZ4E 4x2 LS MT and AT. Ideal for urban drivers, these two new variants offer comfortable driving experience while maintaining its cargo truck capabilities. The new Isuzu mu-X RZ4E variants are available in five dynamic color options; Havana Brown, Cosmic Black, Obsidian Gray, Titanium Silver, and Silky Pearl White. Prices are set at P 1,395,000 for the Isuzu mu-X RZ4E 4x2 LS MT, P 1,570,000 for the mu-X RZ4E 4x2 LS-A MT and P 1,595,000 for the Isuzu mu-X RZ4E 4x2 LS-A AT. An additional P10K will be added to vehicle price for all Silky Pearl White LS-A units only. Prices of the Isuzu D-MAX RZ4E variants will be announced on a later date.
Yamaha...
from page 10 fans can select which riders will represent Team Luzon, Team Visayas, and Team Mindanao in the 150 Open UB Championship. A wildcard team is also in the fray with selected riders that did not make the top 3 in regional voting. The newly adapted voting, points system, and category were created to prepare winners for international races. With the home team pressure on the Mindanao racers and bragging rights on the line it was a tight match from start to finish.
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from page 10 Baan, Butuan City, accommodates up to 6 units. Nissan Butuan also provides the latest end-to-end customer service programs, designed to make car ownership better and more exciting. “We are focusing on bringing the Nissan brand of quality products and after-sales services to more customers around the country,” says Nissan Philippines Inc., President and Managing Director Ramesh Narasimhan. “We are happy to welcome Butuan to our growing dealership network.”
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from page 6 Natural Resources (DENR) is bound to require them to include zero-discharge facilities that allow the reuse of waste water. “If they build a facility as big as they want to build, perhaps the DENR will require what Shangrila Boracay has, which is zero discharge. When we talk about zero discharge, that means they’re actually reusing all waste water, treating it and reusing it either for flushing or for gardening purposes,” Roque said. Roque also stressed anew developers had been warned that their plans to develop infrastructure in Boracay would depend on Duterte’s decision to act on the proposed closure. “Gaya ng sinabi ko po (As I said) the last time, caveat developer, warning to the developer, they should know that all their development plans hinges on what the President
Sat-Sun, March 24-25, 2018 will decide upon on the issue of Boracay,” Roque said. “Right now, there’s a moratorium on new improvements, so they can’t build even if they wanted to today because of the moratorium.” He pointed out that whether or not the plan to construct two casinos in Boracay pushes through, the government still has to put up more infrastructure for both drainage and sewage treatment facilities there. “That’s the argument for closing Boracay because you can’t dig the roads, you can’t put waste water treatment under the road, you can’t expand the roads if you have tourists lurking around Boracay,” Roque said. (PNA)
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from page 1 The document intensifies Australia’s annual engagement with the bloc and enshrines practical measures to deepen dialogue across governments and security and law enforcement institutions. The MOU is supported by programs on technical and regulatory assistance to develop best practices in aid of counter-terrorism legislation, and regional dialogues and workshops on topics, such as electronic evidence, financial intelligence, and countering online radicalization. “ASEAN nations have a strong record of working together to confront violent extremism and defeat terrorist organizations,” the joint statement read. “In recent years the threat posed by returning foreign fighters and ISIL-linked extremists has grown. It makes today’s cooperation all the more important,” it added. The MOU signing adds to the numerous peace and security cooperation between the two parties, which ranges from cyber and maritime cooperation, in their fight against people trafficking. (PNA)
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from page 1 municipalities of Lanao del Sur and Maguindanao, which are just starting to get back
Soil Acidity
By Erwel Jhun C. Recta
range from 0 to 14, with 7 being natural, below 7 acidic and above 7 alkaline. The optimal pH range for most plants in between 5.5 and 7.0; however, many plants have adapted to thrive at pH values outside this range. Soil acidification is caused by a number of factors including acidic precipitation and the deposition from the atmosphere of acidifying gases or particles, such as sulphur dioxide, ammonia and nitric acid. The most important causes of soil acidification on agricultural land, however, are the application of ammonium-
on their feet after conflicts destroyed much of their areas and livelihood. In a statement, FAO noted that the conflicts have taken a heavy toll on rural livelihoods and industries, as well as the food supply and agribusiness value chain, on which smallholders depend for their daily subsistence. FAO said Belgium gave cash and was channeled through the FAO-SFERA (Special Fund for Emergency and Rehabilitation Activities) to fund the purchase and distribution of rice, corn vegetable seeds, fertilizer, farming tools and broiler chicken production packages to 4,949 farming families in Marawi, Lanao del Sur and Maguindanao. Among the recipients of the assistance are displaced families who are staying with their relatives, host communities and in evacuation centers, including agrarian reform beneficiaries. “The Government of Belgium and its people hope that our contribution will help ensure that those affected by the Marawi crisis are able to recover as quickly as possible,” Belgium Ambassador to the Philippines Michel Goffin said during his most recent visit to Marawi. FAO Representative in
the Philippines José Luis Fernandez said: “We acknowledge that recover y and rehabilitation take some time, but the concerted efforts of government, nongovernment organizations, and communities are already making positive impacts to the people affected by the crisis. We must continue working together to sustain the gains we have achieved so far.” Fernandez said FAO’s emergency and recovery response to the Marawi crisis focuses on rehabilitating the agriculture and fisheries sector, restoring the food supply chain in affected communities, and helping farmers reclaim their lost livelihoods so that they can begin rebuilding their lives. Working clos ely wit h various partners and stakeholders, FAO has also mapped out a short- to medium-term strategic response plan to restore the food supply and agribusiness value chain in Marawi and other affected municipalities and enable them to be better linked to regional markets. (Jigger J. Jerusalem/PNA)
An acid is defined as substance that tends to release hydrogen ions (H+). Conversely, a base is defined as a substance that releases hydroxyl ions (OH-). All acids contain hydrogen ions, and the strength of the acid depends upon the degrees of ionization (release of hydrogen ions) of the acid. The more hydrogen ions held by the exchange complex of a soil in relation to the basic ions (Ca, Mg, K) held the greater the acidity of the soil. Soil pH is a measure of the acidity and alkalinity in soils. PH levels
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based fertilizer and urea, elemental S fertilizer and the growth of legumes. Acidification causes the loss of base cations, an increase in aluminium saturation and a decline in crop yields; severe acidification can cause nonreversible clay mineral dissolution and a reduction in cation exchange capacity, accompanied by structural deterioration. Soil acidity is ameliorated by applying lime or other acid-neutralizing materials. ‘Limiting’ also reduces N₂O emissions, but this is more than offset by CO₂ emissions from the lime as it neutralizes acidity.
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remaining session days will only be until March 23, 2018. They also recommended that a strong representation be made so that a similar version of the bill be adopted and passed in the Senate in time for the celebration of “Araw ng Kagitingan.” Rep. Nograles stressed a provision in HB No. 270 that the increase in the Old Age Pension of veterans of World War II, and Korean and Vietnam veterans who are not receiving pension from the Armed Forces of the Philippines shall apply only to living senior veterans and shall not be transferrable to any family member and/or dependent of the senior veterans. As of January 2018, there are only about 6,163 living senior veterans. The proposed increase in the Old Age Pension to P20,000 will require a funding of P1.5 billion in FY 2019. This will greatly diminish annually with a projected number of about 3,851 living senior veterans or the equivalent of P924.240 million by 2020.
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PARTIAL LIST OF QUALIFIERS to the APRIL 13 FINALS at USTP News Feature Writing High School 1. Arielle Gail Abamonga Yumbing National High School 2. Syra Mae A. Omahoy Yumbing National High School 3. Knice Hashley O. Largo Yumbing National High School 4. Crystal Lyn C. Magdales Yumbing National High School 5. Daphne Jasmine L. Tabamo Bukidnon National High School 6. Danife C. Aranas Bukidnon National High School 7. Laurie D. Valdez Bukidnon National High School 8. Grace Laine M. Boyore Jasaan Nationak High School 9. Charmie H. Cabiasa MOGHS 10. Leigh Camylle D. Labininay Tagoloan National High School 11. Rigl Kent Calactoc CMU Laboratory High School 12. Alliah Nicole Benguar CMU Laboratory High School 13. Nerimer Grace Pornia CMU Laboratory High School 14. John Carlo Pamisa CMU Laboratory High School College 1. Djhoanna Mae L. Inte Camiguin Polytechnic College 2. Richelle Starr Adorio Liceo de Cagayan University 3. RASHIA MAE DEVA E. DAANO - Bukidnon State University 4. EFRAEM O. EGOC Bukidnon State University 5. FRENZE GRACE P. BARIL Bukidnon State University 6. ARNOLD T. TUCONG Mindanao State University-Marawi RUBBIE MARK D. MICABALO Bukidnon State University 8. VIVIENE KRISTY S. TARE Bukidnon State University 9. Annabel T. Garcia Central Mindanao University Opinion Writing High School 1. Seymour Cley M. Portugues 2. Guia Dominique B. Cimacio 3. Mara Jullienne M. Cañizares 4. Christian Dominic P. Naybe 5. Sarah Katrina M. Labis 6. Loren C. Agbong 7. Louise Francine T. Agcol 8. Princess Earl Marie G. Dael 9. Andrea A. Naelga 10. MARY CRIS NUEVAS 11. Hajarah Kate Japson 12. Francisca Gewan 13. Ivy V. Allocod 14. Lara Joy Estrada 15. Jannah D. Roque 16. Crycha Tayora College 1. Claire R. Gigje 2. Jezreel Minelle P. Cal 3. Jenevev B. Naybe 4. Rammiel David M. Roque 5. Marc Stephen S. Manuel 6. Psalm Handez Francisko R. Lagua 7. Philip Loyd M. Balosa 8. Jan Ariss Jadraque 9. Hanna Hoy Bitayo 10. Hannah Leiu Gabutan 11. Kim C. Micla 12. Jefferson V. Camancho Science Writing High School 1. Jesieca L. Paguican 2. Chloe Dominique B. Cimacio 3. Nich Arielle Agustin B. Macusi 4. Nicole L. Magdales 5. Francis Jose T. Luspo 6. Elijah Marie T. Bruno 7. Niño Gen M. Mamos 8. Sim Jasner Z. Torres 9. Richard Matthew Z. Gaamil cmyk
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Sports Writing High School 1. Kent P. Lopecillo 2. Rico C. Leibling 3. Arvie J. Susi 4. Jelord S. Ranara 5. Scarlet E. Casimero 6. Arjean Grace C. Tilanduca 7. Blair Led G. Tutas Jr. 8. Maria Mona A. Lasmarias 9. Norman C. Calib-og 10. TEOCHULO V. CULANGGO 11. Pamela C. Noveros 12. Ryya Abegail Paulican 13. Merrie Yannes Agripo 14. Christine Kaye Roldan
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Photojournalism High School 1. Jaylord C. Ibara 2. Kim Angelo R. Dael 3. Terence John P. Saliring 4. JHON DHEV C. JAJALLA 5. Michelle Daniel Tan 6. AMINODIN A. MANIRI JR. 7. DESIREE B. ELESTERIO 8. JOELLAH MARIE B. TORAYNO 9. DESIREE T. PAMA 10. Wilbert Jael Bautista 11.Joleanne G. Agbon 12. Andre Socorro F. Doria 13. Jamysa B. Pabillore 14. Baby Kate D. Sarsaba 15. Francis Jose T. Lupo College 1. Arc Nico B. Labadan 2. Karen L. Tubbali 3. LUZLYN L. DOPENIO 4. HAZEL FAITH P. ALVAREZ 5. LEAHMIE A. ALO 6. MICHAEL S. BUTIC 7. REY ANN P. MACUJA 8. GREGORY S. PASAL 9. JONALIZA C. ABELLANOSA Business Writing Govt Employee 1. Enrique B. Hortilano 2. Mark Palad
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ABOVE FINALISTS ARE INVITED TO JOIN THE FINALS on April 13 2018 (8:00 am to 4:PM) at the University of Science & Technology of the Phils. Gymnasium, and the Awards Ceremony at CENTRIO MALL, CAGAYAN DE ORO CITY (5:00 pm to 7:00 pm) - The Secretariat