PH 3rd most dangerous place for environment, land defenders – report Between 2002 and 2013, a total of 908 people were killed worldwide for their work on environment and land issues. Sixty-seven of these killings happened in
the Philippines, making the country the third most dangerous place for environment and land defenders, the London-based Global Witness said in its report
released Tuesday. On top of the unsavory list is Brazil with 448 killings followed by Honduras with 109. Closely tailing the Philippines is Peru with 58
and Colombia with 52. The report, which covers 35 countries, said “known killings of environmental and land defenders have dramatically increased” and
noted that three times as many people were killed in 2012 than 10 years before. A total of 147 deaths were recorded in 2012. But Global Witness said
the number of victims could be higher given the difficulty of doing field investigations in a number of African and Asian countries. “A time lag See report, page 11
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o address the effects of Climate Change, the Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR), Region 10 through the initiative of Congressman Rufus Rodriguez of the 2nd district of Cagayan de Oro City, will implement the 800 hectares Rehabilitation Project in Cagayan de Oro City.
A lawmaker has filed a measure seeking a congressional inquiry into the recurring environmental problems involving foreign and local mining companies in the country. According to DENR 10 Rep. Mel Sarmiento (1st Regional Executive Director District, Western Samar) (RED) Ruth M. Tawantawan, authored House Resolution 950, which urges the House See project, page 11 Committee on Ecology to include in its probe the unabated black sand mining Silted Shore - Who would dare swim in these waters? A river in Malimono town in Surigao del Norte has be- in Luzon.
Two-day eco fair to mark Earth Day in Davao City
DAVAO City - Davao City will mark Earth Day with a two-day Eco Fair at SM City Ecoland on April 21 to 23 aimed at encouraging the public to further respect, protect and care for the environment under the theme: “Earth Day is Everyday, Everywhere for Everyone”. Consultant of PCEEM (People Collaborating for Environmental and Economic Management) Juvy Castro said the event is also set to convene advocates from different institutions here in advocating care for Mother Earth. “We encourage these groups to register during this activity,” she said, adding that groups have been invited to work with PCEEM for a long range of advocacy See davao, page 11
come murky from silt caused by small-scale mining activities. The silt is being carried down to the sea. Photo taken on April 13, 2014. MindaNews photo by Roel N. Catoto
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I.T. Docs’ Prescription for Yuppies: Acer Iconia W4
Acer IT Doctors pays courtesy visit to Davao print media—The Acer IT Doctors, a group of IT specialists formed to answer the most basic questions of Filipinos regarding IT usage, went recently to Davao City for a close interaction with the Mindanao print media and to spread awareness about its mission and its brand of customer service. During their meeting, the Acer IT Doctors also briefed members of the Mindanao print media about the latest developments regarding the global IT brand and introduced some of its latest products, including their powerful 2-in-1 netbook, the Acer Iconia W4, the Acer IT Doctors’ most recommended product for today’s modern IT enthusiasts. Shown in photo are (from left) IT Doctor Dio Vasquez; IT Doctor Jeffrey Mariano; Ms. Maya Padillo of the Mindanao Daily Mirror; Ms. Amalia Cabusao of The Mindanao Times; Ms. Ana Manansala of AMPR Publicity & Communications, Inc., the PR Agency of Acer Phils. Inc.; IT Doctor Vince Golangco; Mr. Cheng Ordonez of Mindanao Daily News; and Mr. Carmelito Q. Francisco of The Mindanao Times.
DAVAO City - Working while on the go has always been about bringing smaller devices that can provide the most basic functions to help you with your everyday tasks — sending and receiving e-mails, presenting documents, taking pictures and going online for a quick research or update on social networks. Bringing laptop may have become too bulky to carry the whole day, which causes others to bear shoulder or wrist pains. The so-called “mobile handhelds,” on the other hand, are getting more attention, because of their practical use, plus the fact that they are small enough to carry around, but still big enough to view files comfortably. The only drawback is they are still limited in terms of functionality because they cannot do much of what laptops can. Fortunately, there’s no need to wait for years to have a device that can function perfectly well whenever and wherever people want to. Global tech giant Acer offers a device that offers more when it comes to convenience and functionality. The Acer Iconia W4 2-in-1 netbook is compact, easy to carry, comfortable to read and browse and can work and play on the go — something students and young professionals can use for their academic and work needs. With an eight-inch wide screen, the Acer See acer, page 11
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