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NLESS we want to institutionalize doubt- and dispute-plagued computerized elections, the nation should stop using automated vote counting machines (VCMs).

In all four automated national elections since 2010, grave doubts and questions arose in VCM use and canvassing, which even tech-savvy experts cannot conclusively dispel and answer.

Meanwhile, Filipinos can only take on BLIND FAITH THAT THE RESULTS TRULY RElECT

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Sara rejects reconciliation with ‘Machiavellian’ Alvarez Davao mayor on Pulong as House Speaker: It’s up to the President

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HE midterm polls may be over, but speculation as to who will lead the incoming 18th Congress, particularly the House of Representatives (HOR), is ramping up.

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Former Davao vice mayor Paolo “Pulong” Duterte, who will represent the city’s First District in the Lower House, could go for the speakership, his sister Sara DuterteCarpio indicated on Wednesday.

“The question on the interest of Cong[ressman]-elect Paolo Duterte to vye (sic) for Speaker of the HOR should best be addressed by our father (President Rodrigo Duterte) because he is the President and our patriarch,” the Davao City mayor said in a statement.

Duterte-Carpio, who was reportedly

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N the busyness and confusion of the election period, the public forgot to take notice of the exposè in this space of THE HUMAN TRAFkCKING SYNDICATE THAT IS using the country’s airports as entry and exit points.

4HE HUMAN TRAFkCKING SYNDICATE COMPOSED OF SENIOR IMMIGRATION OFkCERS AND their alleged protector, former Justice Secretary Vitaliano Aguirre, was supposedly earning — at the height of its unhampered

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SENATORIAL RACE Official Comelec Results

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WINNERS The 12 winning senators join hands after they were proclaimed by the Commission on Elections on Wednesday.

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AMLC: PH Duterte tightens grip on power in PH polls a destination of illicit funds THE Philippines has become a destination of illicit funds generated from criminal activities including terrorism, the Anti-Money Laundering Council (AMLC) said in its latest risk assessment report.

The AMLC on Wednesday said the assessment was based on 161,650 suspicious transaction reports (STRs), received from January 2013 to December 2017, that involved a total of over P17 trillion in funds.

“The study indicates that . . . illicit funds from … the following unlawful activities: violation of environmental law; illegal trafficking of persons; kidnapping for ransom; and terrorism and conspiracy to commit terrorism” were sent to the

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ALLIES of President Rodrigo Duterte stormed to a landslide victory in the midterm polls, final results showed Wednesday, dissolving a last check on his controversial rule.

Loyalists won both houses of the legislature, shutting out all opposition candidates in the Senate, which had served as a buffer against Duterte’s most conten-

tious plans.

The results open a path for Duterte — who has remarkably high approval ratings — to make good on his call to bring back death penalty and advance his project to rewrite the Constitution.

“It’s a clear signal that the people will be behind him as he pushes bills and processes that went nowhere previously,”

political analyst Ramon Casiple said.

With nine Duterte backers and three nominally unaligned politicians taking the 12 seats at stake in the 24-member Senate, only four opposition members will remain, results from the elections authority showed.

Duterte allies kept control of the lower

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1. VILLAR, Cynthia 2. POE, Grace 3. GO, Bong 4. CAYETANO, Pia 5. DELA ROSA, Ronald 6. ANGARA, Sonny 7. LAPID, Lito 8. MARCOS, Imee 9. TOLENTINO, Francis 10. PIMENTEL, Koko 11. REVILLA, Bong 12. BINAY, Nancy

25,273,727 22,029,788 20,657,702 19,789,019 19,004,225 18,161,862 16,965,464 15,882,628 15,510,026 14,668,665 14,624,445 14,504,936

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Calida, Bersamin among top 10 highest-paid govt execs SOLICITOR General Jose Calida and Chief Justice Lucas Bersamin were among the highest paid government officials last year based on the Commission on Audit’s (CoA) 2018 Report on Salaries and Allowances (ROSA).

The list was led by former Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP) governor Nestor Espenilla Jr., who earned P21,047,795.49.

He died in February this year of cancer.

Espenilla was followed by the former Development Bank of the Philippines president and now Land Bank of the Philippines chief Cecilia Borromeo (P15.8 million), BSP Deputy Governor Diwa Guinigundo (P14.4 million), BSP Deputy Governor Cyd Amador (P13.867 million) and BSP Deputy Governor Chuchi Fona-

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cier (P13.5 million).

Calida, who earned P12,469,650.68, was sixth, receiving P2,378,016 as basic salary, P8,078,085.35 in “PERA/ADCOM/ Honorarium;” P290,000 in allowances, gBONUS INCENTIVES AND BENEkTSu TOTALING P431,336; P308,000 representing discretionary and extraordinary and miscellaneous expenses (EME); and a “prior years’

adjustment” of P984,213.33.

BSP Assistant Governor Ma. Ramona Santiago was seventh with P11.3 million, while Government Service Insurance System President and General Manager Jesus Clint Aranas was eighth with P11.1 million.

Bersamin, who was a Supreme Court

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GLITCHES that marred the May 13 midterm polls highlighted the need to change the system, including how votes are counted, as well as the composition and processes of the Commission on Elections (Comelec), watchdogs told The Manila Times on Wednesday.

Guesting at a Times roundtable,

National Movement for Free Elections (Namfrel) Chairman Augusto “Gus” Lagman reiterated calls for a hybrid voting process — where votes are manually counted at the precinct level and then electronically canvassed — plus a Comelec recomposition to include more technical and management

people as commissioners.

Parish Pastoral Council for Responsible Voting (PPCRV) Executive Director Maribel Buenaobra renewed calls for the Comelec to explain the seven-hour transmission delay that raised fears of cheating.

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Gus Lagman, chairman of the National Movement for Free Elections or Namfrel (right), stresses a point during a discussion on election issues at The Manila Times (TMT).

With him were (from left) Lito Averia, Namfrel council member; TMT Publisher/Editor Nerilyn Tenorio; TMT President and Chief Executive Officer Dante Francis ‘Klink’ Ang 2nd; Executive Editor Arnold Belleza; and Maribel Buenaobra, executive director of the Parish Pastoral Council for Responsible Voting. PHOTO BY RENE H. DILAN

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Pols backing Reds, threat groups under PNP watch

BY NEIL JAYSON N. SERVALLOS

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HE Philippine National Police (PNP) on Wednesday said it was closely watching several politicians who have alleged ties to communist rebels and threat groups in rural areas.

PNP chief Gen. Oscar Albayalde said these politicians would be monitored for allegedly throwing their support behind the New

People’s Army (NPA) and other threat groups based in Mindanao in southern Philippines. “Meron tayong binabantayan

na politicians or candidates na nagbigay ng suporta sa NPA at sa mga rebelde (We are now monitoring politicians or candidates who gave support to the NPA and other rebel groups in Mindanao in the May 13 elections),� Albayalde told reporters.

He did not name the politicians, but said the PNP had a list.

Police and military forces recently stepped up their information drive against alleged legal

fronts of the Communist Party of the Philippines (CPP), its armed wing the NPA and the National Democratic Front of the Philippines (NDFP).

The CPP and the NPA are members of the NDFP, an umbrella group.

Albayalde underscored the existence of a national task force to end insurgency. “Supporting communists, enemies of the state, is a [criminal] offense,� he said.

Bam, JV accept defeat SENATORS Paolo Benigno “Bam�

Aquino 4th and Joseph Victor “JV�

Ejercito on Wednesday accepted defeat and expressed gratitude for the chance to craft laws that BENEkTTED &ILIPINOS Aquino and Ejercito were principal sponsors of the landmark Free College Law and Universal Health Care Law. Ejercito and Aquino occupied the 13th and 14th places, reSPECTIVELY IN THE kNAL TALLY OF THE Commission on Elections for the Senate race.

The two senators believe that their failure to get another term was part of God’s plan for them.

Both expressed no intention to question the results of the polls. “Bago pa man ang araw ng eleksyon, ipinaubaya ko na sa Diyos ang resulta. At buo pa rin ang tiwala ko sa kanyang plano para sa akin at higit sa lahat, para sa ating

bayan (On the eve of the election, I entrusted to God the results of the elections. I have complete trust in his plan for me and for our country),� Aquino said. “It is a big honor to serve the people, that’s why I’m so thankful for all those I’ve worked with for the last six years [and] to all those who tirelessly helped me to campaign last month,� he added.

Ejercito admitted that he was sad, but said he was not bitter. “I’m not Mr. Bitter, I’m the good one,� he said in a chance interview. “Kahit po wala na ako, ang iwanan kong batas, ang Universal Health Care Law ay mapapakinabangan ng lahat ng Pilipino (Even if I’m no longer a senator, I will leave behind the Universal Health Care Law, which will be OF GREAT BENEkT TO ALL &ILIPINOS u he added.

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DADDY’S HOME A Navy personnel hugs his children upon arriving in Manila on Wednesday. The BRP Andres Bonifacio docked at Pier 13 in Manila after a month-long naval exercises in Korea and Singapore.

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Amid claims that the administration win would lead to a rubber-stamp Senate, the incoming legislators pledged to remain independent, particularly Go who was Duterte’s former special assistant. “Of course, I will be independent, but I will [also] support the legislative agenda of President Duterte because I know that he is doing the right thing,� Go told reporters in an ambush interview.

In a statement, Go said his legislative priorities would revolve around health, the continuation of Duterte’s drive against corruption, criminality and illegal drugs, and the creation of a department focused on overseas Filipino workers. Also on the agenda is the postponement of next year’s barangay elections to give village OFkCIALS MORE TIME TO IMPLEMENT their programs.

Villar, who ran under the Nacionalista Party, said she would always remain independent even as she thanked Duterte for including her as a guest candidate of the ruling Partido Demokratiko Pilipino-Lakas ng Bayan party.

Angara, meanwhile, said: “We want to help the President succeed. We want to help the people also, but they expect independence from the senators.� himself — said the seven-man en banc body should not be dominated by lawyers, but should include at least three technical people to run the polls.

He and Averia particularly questioned the Comelec commissioners’ absence and silence during the seven-hour transmission delay.

A Comelec official acknowledged concerns over the glitches, but said the results of last week’s POLLS WERE VERIkABLE “You cannot blame anyone for not trusting or having some questions on something that we should really be explaining, and that’s what we are doing right now,� Comelec Commissioner Luie Tito Guia said when asked to comment. “There are other sources of infor-

mation where you can validate kung tama or mali (correctness). Bago sana mag-generalize, pwede bang i-verify muna (Before generalizing, THEY SHOULD kRST VERIFY u HE ADDED Lagman, asked whether a return to manual counting would delay the election process, replied that this had been adopted by other democracies as a way of assuring voters that their votes had been registered.

He also scored the Comelec for insisting on technology, calling the VOTER REGISTRATION VERIkCATION MAchines that were pilot-tested last Monday unnecessary and a waste of government resources.

Instead of spending billions of pesos on vote counting machines that experienced failures and could do so again during the 2022 national

Duterte tightens grip House of Representatives, which has approved legislation to bring back capital punishment and rewrite the Constitution since Duterte’s 2016 election.

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Senators proclaimed /FkCIALLY PROCLAIMED BY THE #OMmission on Elections (Comelec) on Wednesday were Cynthia Villar, who topped the polls with 25,273,727 votes, Mary Grace Poe Llamanzares (22,029,788), Christopher Lawrence “Bong� Go (20,657,702), Pilar Juliana “Pia�

Cayetano (19,789,019), Ronaldo “Bato� dela Rosa (19,004,225), Juan Edgardo “Sonny� Angara (18,161,862), Manuel “Lito� Lapid (16,965,464), Maria Josefa Imelda “Imee� Marcos (15,882,628), Francis Tolentino (15,510,026), Aquilino Martin “Koko� Pimentel 3rd (14,668,665), Ramon “Bong�

Revilla Jr. (14,624,445) and Maria Lourdes Nancy Binay (14,504,936).

All but Poe, Lapid and Binay were backed by the administraTION 4HOSE IN THE kRST SIX SPOTS WILL get six-year terms up to June 30, 2025, while the rest will have to seek reelection when the Duterte administration bows out in 2022.

They will join current Senate President Vicente “Tito� Sotto 3rd and Senators Richard “Dick�

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Ana Theresia “Risa� Hontiveros, Franciso “Kiko� Pangilinan, Franklin Drilon, Emmanuel Joel Villan-

“We will never be a rubber stamp of MalacaĂąang. Never,â€? he added.

All 12 winning senators were present during the proclamation at the Philippine International Convention Center in Pasay City.

Tolentino was first to arrive, while Cayetano was last. Except for Go and dela Rosa, all were accompanied by family members.

ing defeat for the opposition, leaving it mostly in disarray. “Voters were unable to relate to the issues highlighted by the opposition in the election, which was all about defeating Duterte,�

Casiple said.

The pro-Duterte electoral tsunami was also a win for the Duterte family.

Daughter Sara, touted as a posFears renewed sible 2022 presidential candidate, retained her post as mayor of the Opponents, meanwhile, fear the southern city of Davao, with sibling majority would allow Duterte Sebastian winning as vice-mayor. to push forward his legislative The eldest son, Paolo, won a seat in agenda, which includes rewriting the House of Representatives. the Constitution.

The Comelec also proclaimed In addition to opening avenues 51 winning party-list groups that for him to stay in power beyond will occupy 61 seats at the House his legally mandated single term of Representatives. that ends in 2022, a charter A total of 134 party-list groups change could reshape the Philip- participated in the midterm elections. pines for decades.

Partylist groups ACT-CIS and Duterte has pitched constitution- Bayan Muna got three seats each, al reform to turn the Asian country while Ako Bikol, CIBAC, Ang into a decentralized federal republic, Probinsiyano, 1Pacman, Marino, where regions would have the power and Probinsiyano Ako got two TO kX LOCAL PROBLEMS seats each.

Various initiatives launched in The 43 others that got one seat HIS kRST THREE YEARS IN OFkCE HAVE each are Senior Citizens, Magsaalso included proposals dropping saka, APEC, Gabriela, An Waray, term limits, allowing him to run Coop-Natcco, ACT Teachers, Philfor another term and weakening reca, Ako Bisaya, Tingog Sinichecks on presidential power. rangan, Abono; Buhay, Duterte “The pessimistic assessment is Youth, Kalinga, PBA, Alona, Recothat what we’re looking towards boda, BH (Bagong Henerasyon); is the complete transformation Bahay, CWS, Abang Lingkod, A of the Philippine political system Teacher; BHW, Sagip, TUCP, Magin the years to come, well beyond dalo, GP, Manila Teachers, RAM, 2022 when Duterte’s term is sup- Anakalusugan, Ako Padayon, posed to end,� political analyst Aambis-OWA, Kusug Tausug, Richard Heydarian said.

Dumper PTDA, TGP, Patrol, Amin, Agap, LPGMA, OFW Family, KaCrushing defeat bayan, Diwa and Kabataan.

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instrumental in last year’s ouster of Davao del Norte First District Rep. Pantaleon Alvarez as House speaker, denied having endorsed Leyte Rep. Ferdinand Martin Romualdez for the post. “I am only the mayor of Davao City. I am not the correct person to endorse someone to be the next speaker. I only have a personal bet, BUT DO NOT INTEND TO INlUENCE #ONgress,� she said. “It is best if the newly elected members of the House of Representatives individually decide who among those who are interested to become the next Speaker can truly bring good governance and positive change to congress, to the Filipino people, and to our country.�

Duterte-Carpio, chairman of the administration-backed Hugpong ng Pagbabago (HnP) party that won big in last week’s elections, has been tipped as likely to run as president when her father steps down in 2022.

She has denied being interested in a national post.

In March, she “introduced�

Marinduque Rep. Lord Allan Velasco as the next speaker, a day after she said Romualdez would get the post. “There is no truth to the claims made by Rep. Prospero Pichay that I ‘recommended’ Rep. Martin Romualdez as speaker of the House. If I did raise his hand during the HnP rally in Tacloban, I did so because he, just like Rep. Lord Allan Velasco, is supportive of the reform agenda of President Duterte,� she said in the statement.

She also criticized newly elected Taguig Rep. Alan Peter Cayetano for warning her not to endorse Velasco.

“Cong[ressman]-elect Alan Peter Cayetano was correct when he said that he did not seek for my endorsement when he came to Davao to talk to me sometime last year,� DuterteCarpio said. “He, however, came with a veiled threat that if I endorse Rep. Velasco for speaker, I would break up the ‘group.’ And this, he said, will affect the presidential elections of 2022.�

Velasco is currently a member of the ruling Partido Demokratiko Pilipino–Lakas ng Bayan party, while Romualdez is a stalwart of the Lakas-CMD, the party formerly led by outgoing speaker Gloria Macapagal Arroyo.

Cayetano, a former Foreign Affairs secretary, is with the Nacionalista Party.

Duterte-Carpio also said she would not accept Alvarez’s offer of reconciliation because it was “deceiving� and “utterly lacked sincerity.� “Unknown to him, he was surreptitiously videotaped when he threatened, after his win in the recent elections in Davao del Norte, ‘Ipapahiya ko si (I will embarrass) Sara,’� she said. “Alvarez was and he remains to be a very dangerous, Machiavellian individual who does not deserve peace.�

The Davao del Norte legislator made the offer in a speech after winning a second term. He also thanked Duterte and his daughter for ensuring the peaceful elections in the region.

Alvarez, who was replaced by Arroyo in a coup on the day of Duterte’s 2018 State of the Nation Address, has expressed interest in regaining the speakership. He was not immediately available for comment.

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Calida, Bersamin among associate justice before he was appointed as chief justice on Nov. 28, 2018, earned P10,919,348.11.

He received a basic salary totaling P2,461,452; P3,273,450 as “PERA/ADCOM/Honorarium;�

P2,050,381.27 in allowances; P2,418,064.80 in bonuses, incenTIVES AND BENEkTS AND 0

in “Discretionary and EME� funds.

Rounding out the top 10 was BSP Assistant Governor Wilhelmina MaĂąalac with P10.8 million. “This ROSA covers 989 government agencies that paid salaries, allowances, bonuses, incentives and

OTHER BENEkTS TO THEIR GOVERNMENT OFkCIALS u THE #O! SAID IN THE REPORT “Of the 989 agencies, 643 are regular and standalone GOCCs, including water districts (127 regular and standalone GOCCs and 516 water districts); and 346 are NGAs (227 national agencies and bureaus, including standalone NGAs and 119 SUCs),� it added.

GOCCs are government-owned or -controlled corporations. NGAs are national government agencies, while SUCs are state universities and colleges.

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Election

Lagman, Buenaobra and Namfrel National Council member Lito Averia scored the poll body for failing to immediately explain the matter, which has been blamed on a “bottleneck� caused by results piling up in the system. “We need the Commission on Elections to make a technical report — what happened? Because we don’t own the server; they own the server,� Buenaobra said.

With glitches still hounding the election process despite Monday’s exercise being the fourth under an automated system, Lagman — a former Comelec commissioner

polls, he said it would be better to invest in laptops that could be repurposed after every election.

The Namfrel and PPCRV repreSENTATIVES DECLINED TO MAKE A kNAL judgment on last week’s elections, with Buenaobra in particular saying that her organization had yet to complete its work of comparing both physical and electronically generated results.

The PPCRV, as of Tuesday, has received 60 percent out of 87,540 election returns nationwide.

The Namfrel earlier this month decided against continuing as the Comelec’s citizens’ arm after the poll body denied a request for access to key election data.

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PH a destination Philippines, it said.

Financial activities involving terrorism and conspiracy to commit terrorism accounted for 268 STRs or 50.19 percent of the total transaction value.

The majority of external transactions — 172 STRs or 32.2 percent of the total transaction value — transpired from 2015 to 2017 and comprised remittances from Malaysia, Trinidad & Tobago, the United States and Indonesia. “Said transactions are allegedly related to the Abu Sayyaf Group and ISIL/ISIS (Islamic State in Iraq and the Levant/Islamic State in Iraq and Syria)-linked groups or

were based on referrals from FIUs kNANCIAL INTELLIGENCE UNITS AND LEAs (law enforcement agencies),� the agency said.

It said the main channel used to kNANCE TERRORISM WAS COMMERCIAL banks (77.18 percent), while money changers and remittance agents accounted for 11.94 percent. “Since the characteristics of financing of terrorism involves frequent sending of funds in small amounts, it is apparent that remittance agents are being utilized because of their feasible locations and affordable services,� the AMLC said.

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27.8M kids troop to schools in June

MORE than 27.8 million students will report to their schools when classes open in June, the Department of Education (DepEd) said on Wednesday.

Education Secretary Leonor Briones said enrolment in elementary and high school this year reached 27,817,737, 2 percent higher than last year’s 27, 018, 509. “Pataas ng pataas kaya ‘yung sinasabi nating (The number of enrollees continues to increase, that’s why what they called) traditional backlogs, we do not consider them as backlogs. These are additional requirements because of the continuing increase in enrolment, because of the continuing change in knowledge, learning and the way such learning is disseminated, the change in many aspects of the world

economy, as well as the regional economy, political system,� Briones told reporters. “The last time I reported we only had more than 40,000 schools, now we have 61,000 schools nationwide. Out of the 61,000 schools, 47,000 schools are DepEd schools,� she added.

For School Year 2019-2020, 2,330,099 are enrolled in kindergrten, 13,271,598 in elementary, 8,527,055 in junior high school and 3,087,646 in senior high school.

The DepEd also expects higher enrolment in the Alternative Learning System (ALS) curriculum.

ALS enrolment in 2018 was recorded at 823,013, which is 28.28 percent higher compared to the 641,584 enrollees in Calendar Year 2017.

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Albayalde names 3 possible successors PHILIPPINE National Police (PNP) chief Gen. Oscar Albayalde named three candidates who might succeed him when he retires late this year.  Albayalde said while the popular choice was National Capital Region Police Office (NCRPO) chief Maj. Gen. Guillermo Eleazar, Gen. Camilo Cascolan and Deputy Director Gen. Archie Gamboa were equally capable.  Albayalde said all three had the credentials for the post.  “I think we have the same list as Gen. (Ronald) ‘Bato’ dela Rosa.

They are the senior [ones] and next in line besides Gen. Eleazar, who is class ‘87. But his (Eleazar) performance, he will do good; also the same as Cascolan and Gen. Gamboa,� Albayalde told reporters.  Gamboa is the PNP’s operations chief, while Cascolan is the chief of the Directorial Staff.

Albayalde, 55, was also the NCRPO chief before occupying the top PNP post. He will retire in November. Â NEIL JAYSON N. SERVALLOS

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HE Senate on Wednesday approved on THIRD AND kNAL READING THE PROPOSED Security of Tenure Act that seeks to PROHIBIT LABOR ONLY CONTRACTING

Sen. Emmanuel Joel Villanueva, chairman of the Senate Committee on Labor, and sponsor and author of the measure, said Senate Bill (SB) 1826 aims to “clarify ambiguities in existing laws that have allowed employers to tiptoe around the ban.� “We longed for this day to come, especially our workers who have suffered because of the evils of ‘endo,’ a practice which corrupts the dignity of labor,� said Villanueva.

Endo or “end of contract,� is the scheme of employing workers on a

kXED PERIOD AND REPLACING THEM WHEN their contract expires. “We want to give all workers peace of mind when it comes to their employment status, that no worker can be dismissed without just or authorized cause, and due process,� he said.

4HE 3ENATE kNISHED AMENDMENTS to SB 1826 on Tuesday and passed the measure on second reading.

Since it was a priority bill, senators proceeded to approve it on third and kNAL READING “The next phase of our struggle for

the Security Of Tenure Bill is in the Bicam. We are determined to pursue this, especially that this measure has been certified urgent by the President,� Villanueva said.

Under SB 1826, labor-only contracting exists when any of the following instances occur: The job contractor merely supplies, recruits and places workers to a contractee; the workers supplied to a contractee perform tasks/activities that are listed by the industry to be directly related to the core business of the contractee; and the contractee has direct control and supervision of the workers supplied by the contractor. )T ALSO CLASSIkES WORKERS UNDER FOUR employment types: regular, probationary, project and seasonal. Project and seasonal workers have the same rights as regular employees — like the payment

Duterte signs 4Ps law PRESIDENT Rodrigo Duterte has signed into law a bill seeking to institutionalize the Pantawid Pamilyang Pilipino Program (4Ps) as a mainstay of the government’s poverty reduction initiatives.

Republic Act (RA) 11310 or the “Pantawid Pamilyang Pilipino Pro-

gram Act� was signed by the President on April 17, but was released to the media only on Wednesday.

The law provides that the State “shall promote a just and dynamic social order thereby uplifting its citizens and marginalized sectors from poverty through policies that provide adequate social ser-

vices, promote full employment, a rising standard of living, and an improved quality of life for all.�

The 4Ps program provides cash to poor households for a maximum of seven years to improve the health of children and give them access to education.

Under the law, the Department

of minimum wage and social protecTION BENEkTS AMONG OTHERS ‡ FOR THE duration of their employment. “The provision trims down the employment arrangements and addresses the current practice of misclassifying employees to prevent them from obtaining regular status,�

Villanueva said.

The bill calls for all contractors to obtain a license to engage in job contracting from the Department of Labor and Employment.

It establishes a mechanism that empowers industry tripartite councils to determine roles that can be outsourced.

The industry tripartite council will provide a venue for stakeholders — government, employee representatives and industry bodies — to discuss and determine jobs, which can be contracted out to a job contractor. of Social Welfare and Development will conduct and revalidate qualified beneficiaries using a standard targeting system every three years.

Considered eligible for the program are those living in the informal sector, homeless families, indigenous peoples, and those living in geographically isolated and disadvantaged areas.

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E d i to r i a l US needs to make clear case for assault on Huawei

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HE administration of US President Donald Trump this week launched its boldest attack in its long-running feud with China’s Huawei Technologies Co. Ltd., which the US has accused of cooperating with the Chinese military to carry out espionage.

Trump has effectively banned US companies from doing business with the Chinese telecommunications and consumer electronics manufacturer. If the US wants the rest of the world to accept its action without protest, it must make a clear case for its necessity.

While security should be a priority for any country, the latest US action is expected to affect millions of people who own a Huawei device around the world, including here in the Philippines.

Huawei is the world’s second-largest smartphone manufacturer, (after Samsung), and the acknowledged leader in 5G internet technology. It is likely that most people reading this own a Huawei device, or know someone who does.

Despite reassurances, the effects of the US ban will be serious for most users. The biggest issue is Huawei’s use of Google’s Android operating system. Under the ban, Google has already cut ties with Huawei, which means that it will no longer provide the operating system to the manufacturer, and will end access to several key proprietary applications, such as Gmail and Google Maps.

Although Huawei could use an open-source version of Android, that alternative will not fully replace the integrated system, and will make keeping existing PHONES SOFTWARE SECURE AND UP TO DATE DIFkCULT AND then eventually impossible.

But at this point, most other countries besides the US have no reason to fear Huawei, and therefore, no reason to allow US policy to constrain business activity and consumer choice. So far, Trump has not satisfactorily JUSTIkED HIS DRASTIC ACTION OTHER THAN TO SIMPLY REITERATE his position that Huawei is a security threat.

This has led many to believe that the US decision is just what it appears to be on the surface, a gambit to put pressure on the Chinese government in the ongoing trade war between the two countries.

If the US wishes for other countries to support its action, or at the very least accept being collateral damage in the US-China dispute, it must provide a clear public explanation of what Huawei has done to carry out or facilitate espionage. The threat to security posed by Huawei has not yet been proven. Yet no one has disproved it either. Not providing the clear evidence that would allow other countries to determine whether or not a threat actually exists is an even bigger disservice on the Trump administration’s part than the effects of its embargo on Huawei.

The global economy is already harmed by the USChina trade war; the Huawei ban, absent an explanation for its imposition, will simply damage it even more. The US should provide that information so that we can make informed decisions about what technology should be welcomed to the Philippines and which should be kept out. If that explanation is not forthcoming, our government has the right and RESPONSIBILITY TO SAFEGUARD &ILIPINO INTEREST kRST ~

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Guardian drops ‘climate change’ from its stories; countries say ‘no’ to climate policies First word INTERRUPT today my commentaries on the term limits controversy to draw attention to three significant reports on the climate change debate. There are signs that the wheel is turning against the climate alarmists.

These developments are: 1. The decision by the Guardian, the liberal British newspaper, to no longer use "climate change" in its stories. It told its staff to use "climate crisis" instead.

2. An analysis and commentary in the Washington Examiner reported that around the world, there is a backlash against climate change policies. Climate change politicians are being rejected at the ballot box.

3. In an editorial, the Washington Times declared: “Until climatologists have a full understanding of the natural forces shaping the planet’s climate, extravagant blueprints for radical change should remain on the drawing board.�

What is happening?

The climate change movement is taking a whipping.

Even Green New Deal sponsor US congresswoman Alexandra Ocasio-Cortez has changed her

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Guardian drops ‘climate change’ The story on the Guardian was PUBLISHED kRST IN THE World Net Daily (WND). The report said: “The Guardian newspaper of London will no longer refer to ‘climate change’ in its stories.

"No, the iconic, left-leaning broadsheet hasn’t become a convert to climate skepticism.

"Instead, the paper is upping the ante, directing its staff to use the terms ‘climate emergency’ and ‘climate crisis,’ the Washington Examiner reported.

"An internal email argued the term ‘climate change’ sounds ‘rather passive and gentle when what scientists are talking about is

a catastrophe for humanity.’ "In fact, ‘climate skeptic’ also is not an acceptable term. Instead, the paper will refer to scientists and others who cite evidence that mankind is not causing catastrophic climate change as ‘climate deniers’ or ‘climate science deniers.’ "Also, staff is instructed to use the term ‘global heating’ instead of ‘global warming.’ "The Examiner also reported that the Associated Press Stylebook, the industry standard, has told its staff to avoid the use of ‘skeptics’ or ‘deniers’ to describe ‘those who don’t accept climate science or dispute the world is warming from man-made forces.’ "Use ‘climate change doubters’ or ‘those who reject mainstream climate science,’ the AP says. ‘Avoid use of skeptics or deniers.’�

Countries reject climate policies In his analysis in the Washington Examiner on May 18. 2019, H. Sterling Burnett, PhD., wrote that “around the world, there is a backlash against expensive climate change policies.�

I reprint Burnett’s analysis in full here because of its compelling information. “From Alberta to Australia, from Finland to France, and beyond, voters are increasingly showing their displeasure with expensive energy policies imposed by politicians in AN INANE EFFORT TO PURPORTEDLY kGHT human-caused climate change‌ "This is what originally prompted protesters in France to don yellow vests and take to the streets in 2018.

They were protesting scheduled increases in fuel taxes, electricity prices, and stricter vehicle emissions controls, which French President Emmanuel Macron had claimed were necessary to meet the country’s greenhouse gas reduction commitments under the Paris climate AGREEMENT !FTER THE kRST FOUR WEEKS of protest, Macron’s government canceled the climate action plan.

"Also in 2018, in part as a reaction against Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau’s climate policies, global warming skeptic Doug Ford was elected as premier of Ontario, Canada’s most populous province.

"In August 2018, Australian Prime Minister Malcolm Turnbull was

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Political lessons from the ‘Game of Thrones’

OR a while, I saw the politics of many diehard Duterte supporters, aka DDS, in the last two episodes of the HBO mega-epic “Game of Thrones.� The similarity is in the desire to obliterate the enemy, and to wipe out every remnant of the opposition.

Daenerys Targaryen rode her dragon and showed no mercy in incinerating an entire capital, with its millions of inhabitants. It was a pyrrhic victory that unfortunately did not discriminate, and thus took with it the lives of innocent collaterals. The mother of dragons burned an entire city and saw it as a necessary act to ensure that the evil that lives there would no longer be able to rule and oppress the people. She had to destroy Kings Landing to save the entire seven kingdoms. The Americans had the same philosophy during the Vietnam War. They had to destroy villages to save them.

If there was anything that ruled Daenerys Targaryen’s fury, it was the desire not to give any mercy even if the bells had already tolled as a sign of surrender. It is seen in the order to kill anyone who served her enemies, and to feel victorious only when every last one of them is beheaded or burned alive.

I see this imagery in the fury of many pro-Duterte netizens who feel that the near-collapse of the political opposition in the recently held midterm elections is not enough reason to stop breathing kRE AT THEM 3OME INSIST THAT THE greatly diminished ranks of the Liberal Party and its allies should

erys marvel at the Iron Throne and touch it, but no one was there to cheer her. Her blindly loyal Dothraki riders and Unsullied warriors cheered her on not out of their free will, but because that is how they still be treated as potentially had been programmed. It was an destructive enemies that have to empty victory, hollow and meanbe neutralized. Someone even ingless. The power to rule can only pointed out that the debacle of kND ITS TRUE MEANING NOT IN THE the political opposition makes adulation of a blindly loyal crowd, them even more dangerous, as or in the silence of deadened voices they have nothing more to lose of dissent, but in the struggle to now. This Targaryen-inspired dic- engage opposing voices and win tum of burning all enemies until them over not by violence but by every last remnant of the opposi- the power of reason. tion is eliminated appears to be And this is precisely what pervasive among many DDS. It makes the ending of the “Game of is not enough that the LP lost the Thrones� a compelling lesson in elections. The war is not yet over how to craft political order in the because the Magdalo will get at FACE OF CHAOS AND CONlICT 4YRION least one seat in the House, and Lannister correctly captured this that Senators Drilon, Hontiveros, when he said that what unites peode Lima and Pangilinan are still ple in the face of historical wrongs very much around. and division are not armies, gold Burn them all, said the Mad King. OR lAGS BUT STORIES (E PRIVILEGED And that is exactly what Daenerys, the power of narratives which he his daughter, did. Those who served embodied in Bran Stark, a crippled her enemies in Westeros and who BOY WHO WAS NOT A kGHTER BUT A survived had to be killed. thinker, and who had the gift of But civilized and democratic memory. Bran Stark is imaged politics is not like this. Democracy as one who is not interested in is not about reducing the political ruling, and is not predisposed to opposition to impotence, or of reproduce his power through his totally wiping them out of the children. This is what made him landscape. While one could bask the best ruler. in the feeling of invincibility, like Bran Stark is habitus and world$AENERYS RIDING HER DRAGON lYING view. He is community. He symhigh in the sky, the view from her bolizes the narratives and memoperch might not necessarily have ries that weave through the history been pleasant or satisfying, for of our nation, and the political what she saw below was a waste- community that we have to build land of rubble, ash and ruin. to sustain it. These narratives and It was painful to watch Daen- MEMORIES DEkNE OUR WORLDVIEWS

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and are stored in our cultural constructs and social institutions.

Tyrion Lannister spoke of the essence of democratic governance when he proclaimed that rulers should not be born but chosen.

This doesn’t mean that there will be no debate and dissent, and that there is no opposition. The core of political order will always be crafted as outcomes of debate and an honest attempt to reach a consensus, if not of compromise.

And opposing views, or divergent perspectives, are a healthy part of this narrative. Sansa Stark, in fact, effectively negotiated with her brother to grant the North an independent status.

This is the major lesson that all of us should learn from “Game of Thrones.� War and mayhem, either actual or discursive, manifested in divisiveness and the desire to annihilate the enemy, will not serve our political community well. Brute force, even if done in the name of the people, the way Daenerys Targaryen wielded her power, can only but end in tragedy. In the end, all of those who won the war against the undead, and against the forces of Cersei Lannister, are all those who are now rejoicing at the electoral victories across the Republic that spelled heavy losses for the despised and hated elites.

But it is not the Daenerys Targaryens who favor brute force, and will not rest until every enemy is dead, that end up advancing the interest of the people and taking the throne.

It will be the Bran Starks who use reason and moderation.

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Q SALUDO FROM A1

In future elections, let’s stop using Smartmatic the will of the electorate. The crux of the democratic process — the counting of each citizen’s vote — is no longer visible and understandable for most of us.

In election after election, we are just told by the Commission on Elections to trust that the Comelec is doing its duty, even if we can’t see the very counting of our choices. And in the many wholesale anomalies plaguing automated polls, the final arbiter of election integrity was none other than the very entity accused of irregularity.

This must stop.

Another election, another glitch In 2010, digital signatures and other safeguards mandated by law were dispensed with, and tens of thousands of computer memory cards were replaced wholesale, making many wonder if the counting software was compromised.

T h e n s o m e 6 0 V C M s we r e inexplicably found in Antipolo, creating suspicions of unauthorized canvassing transmissions.

That fear grew when the initial vote count from transmitted results topped 200 million — more than four times the number of registered voters.

Come 2013, an Ateneo professor found a pattern in election results, which consistently gave the administration slate 60 percent of the senatorial votes, the opposition 30 percent, and independents 10 percent. This pattern appeared across different regions, provinces and cities even where local opposition strength should have tipped the votes against the administration coalition led by the Liberal Party (LP).

And in the last presidential

elections in 2016, fears of automated vote-rigging erupted when Venezuela-based VCM provider Smartmatic made changes in the counting software without the legally required authorization from the Comelec.

P u r p o r t e d l y, t h e e l e c t i o n night code tweak was meant to correct the misspelling of names with the letter â€œĂąâ€?, which had been appearing as a question mark before the supposed correction. But skeptical experts warned that even a seemingly innocent program alteration could trigger a cheating process designed to be activated that way.

Confirming this fear in the minds of many Smartmatic critics was the protest filed by vice presidential candidate Bongbong Marcos, who lost to the LP’s Leni Robredo.

The much-delayed election protest claimed that after the canvassing program change, the spoilage or undervoting of ballots, which is usually 1 to 3 percent, trebled to double-digits in precincts where Robredo won, but remained tiny where Marcos led.

The suspicion then is that votes for Marcos were considered spoiled by VCMs. The suspect results, the protest alleged, enabled Robredo to overhaul Marcos’ million-vote lead on election night, surging some 200,000 votes ahead the morning after.

Now, in last week’s polls, the latest foul-up is the malfunction and replacement of at least 600 vote-counting machines — four times the breakdowns in 2016.

While these are just a fraction of the 85,000 machines deployed, the last-minute switch, like the wholesale memory card swap in 2010, cannot but raise questions about possible tam-

pering and fraud.

I n a l l t h e s e c o n t r ove r s i e s, expert advocates and critics of the VCM system have endlessly debated in public and in Congress. And most of us are unable to join this crucial discussion about our democracy, for lack of expertise.

We must see our votes counted This inability for ordinary people to figure out and affirm the veracity of automated vote counts led the Supreme Court of Germany, one of the most technologically advanced nations, to ban VCMs in 2009. German justices ruled that the citizenry must be able to see and verify the count without special expertise.

To ensure the same transparency and access to vote-counting for Filipinos, computer expert and former Comelec commiss i o n e r Au g u s t o L a g m a n h a s long proposed a hybrid system combining manual counting vetted by voters and poll watchers, with electronic transmission and online posting of election returns (ERs).

While manual vote counting would extend canvassing a day or so, it would give ordinary Filipinos direct control, access and transparency in vote tabulation. Then citizens can probe every ballot and vote, and ensure that the counting is correct, instead of hoping that VCMs are doing it right.

What about fraud? Won’t manual counting lead to more cheating?

In fact, 90 percent of vote-rigging happens not in precinct-level counting, but at city and provincial level canvassing of ERs, where dishonest election canvassers perpetrate vote-shaving, or “ dagdag-

bawas ,� adding or subtracting votes by the tens or hundreds just by manipulating the compilation of precinct results.

With the hybrid system, voters can witness, protect, and validate the precinct count. Then verified and signed ERs would be scanned and posted online, for all to see and use in checking results sent to and compiled by city, provincial and national boards of canvassers. Discrepancies can be spotted simply by checking against returns online, and any well-staffed and -equipped group can compile its own tallies simply by totaling ER results open to all.

Why didn’t Congress and Comelec go for the hybrid system, which would also cost far less than the tens of billions of pesos spent on the Smartmatic system?

The common answer is that VCMs are less prone to human error, and much quicker and easier for precinct tabulators.

Yet, repeated VCM problems show that automated counting can be manipulated, with the public none the wiser. Thus, automation may simply make fraud quicker and easier.

Indeed, that may well be the real reason Comelec keeps using Smartmatic. Not only is the system cost so much more lucrative for those seeking commissions, election fraud would be easier to do, but harder to spot and prove.

Before the next polls, we must reinstate citizen control and validation of vote counting by manual precinct tallies, while fighting fraud through electronic and online posting of ERs. With this hybrid system, our next crop of leaders, if not our future constitution, would truly be our democratic choice.

Q TULFO FROM A1

Let’s accept China’s hand of friendship operations — a hefty sum of P50 million a day!

It’s understandable if officials who should investigate my allegations in this column took little notice because of the election season.

One reason the alleged leaders of the syndicate could not be touched was the ban in the transfer or reassignment of government personnel during an election period.

But now that the elections are over, it’s shocking to see the senior immigration officers who were pointed to as leaders of the syndicate still in their respective positions at the Manila airport and elsewhere. **** My exposÊ on the illegal activities of the syndicate seems to be a voice in the wilderness.

O n l y t h i s n e w s p a p e r, T h e Manila Times , was helping me in unmasking the syndicate’s activities and leaders by publishing the exposÊ.

The other news outlets did not give any attention to my allegations, which seems to confirm rumors that some reporters, editors and columnists are on the syndicate’s payroll.

Human trafficking that could endanger our national security

should be a big story.

It’s a mortal sin for news outlets to disregard such a big story just because of professional jealousy or because they don’t like the source — me. Which does not concern me, by the way.

My concern as a citizen and patriot is the security of this country.

Many Islamic terrorists could easily enter the country — if they haven’t done so yet — through our airports by paying off the syndicate.

Will the authorities act only after bombs start exploding in our midst — like what Sri Lanka experienced. **** When it comes to people, their emotional intelligence (EQ) score tends to be a better indicator of success than their actual intelligence (IQ) score.

In other words, it’s better to have a high EQ than a high IQ. Which makes sense. How can you make good decisions if you can’t control your emotions?

The same applies to countries.

The Philippines can’t move forward if it continues to hold on to old prejudices.

I’m talking about China, which gets a lot of bad press but has the potential to be an excellent neighbor. And China is

our neighbor, and has been for a long time. We are connected through history, geography and even blood.

So, if the Chinese are willing to be our good neighbors, we ought to hear them out.

Because there’s no denying that they have much to offer in the spirit of friendship. They have the resources and the knowhow we badly need.

More importantly, they have a perspective that allows them to sacrifice profits in the short term in order to gain greater rewards in the long term. We should learn from that.

As Yang Shen Jiang recently told me, the Finnish company Nokia once earned $6 billion a year from the Chinese market. It later fell behind Huawei after that local company cultivated the right talent and learned the technology.

Yang Shen Jiang, who is chairman of the Sino-Philippines Association of Descendants of the Sulu King, explained that his countrymen conceded some of the market share in the beginning but benefited from the opportunity to develop their fundamentals.

Allowing a foreign company in may not have been a proper move, according to Yang, but it

gave them the chance to catch up and ultimately make full use of their home advantage.

Now China is proposing to do the same with us. It’ll spend its money here, train our people, and transfer its technology.

It’ll lift us up to more equal footing, knowing exactly that it means investing in its future competitors.

Why would China do this? It stands to profit, of course, but it's also taking the long view.

China will be more secure and prosperous once it surrounds itself with secure, prosperous and, above all, friendly neighbors.

If that means extending the hand of friendship first, that’s fine by the Chinese.

We as a nation would be seriously low on EQ if we do not take them seriously. **** Yes, I’m special envoy to China on public diplomacy.

But would my hypothesis above have been any different if I’m not a special envoy to China?

Let’s decide on our own destiny as a nation, and not be dependent on a former colonial master.

We’ve not moved up much economically by being attached to the apron strings of the US.

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Planning initiatives for Laguna Lake Part 2

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UR aspiration to save Laguna Lake has been reignited. Last week, Secretary Roy Cimatu of the Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR) invited to a meeting myself and representatives from the Laguna Lake Development Authority (LLDA) led by General Manager Joey Medina; members of the Management Association of the Philippines (MAP), of which I am past president; civic groups such as Republic Defenders and Anak ng Inang Daigdig , and other organizations. The agenda of the meeting was how the private sector could assist in the efforts to rehabilitate Laguna Lake. I had the privilege to share our recommendations for Laguna Lake and other planning initiatives I was involved in. In addition, I also presented relevant maps and photos that could help form a clear picture of what the action plans need to be. According to Mr. Medina and LLDA Assistant General Manager Generoso Dungo, the pressing issues confronting Laguna Lake are the limited budget, the need to balance the coexistence of lake uses, and the need to harmonize proposed projects.

The small budget allotment limits LLDA’s endeavors; it can only do so much with what they receive, which is why assistance from the private sector is very crucial. With regard to conflicting and coexisting lake uses, as an example, Mr. Medina cited the difference between the needs of fisheries within the lake and the requirements of the lake as a source of potable water. He pointed out that fisheries thrive with salt water intrusion coming through the Pasig River, which counters the lake’s need to maintain a minimum level of salinity as a source of drinking water. Other existing uses of the lake are fisheries, irrigation, transportation, power generation, industrial, and recreational. When it comes to harmonizing proposed projects for the lake, Mr. Generoso mentioned the abundance of proposals for reclamation and power generation projects. As part of MAP’s mobilization, the Steering Committee on Saving Laguna Lake Advocacy was formed, and the following task forces were created, namely: 1) lake rehabilitation and rejuvenation, and raw and wastewater treatment; 2) reforestation of the watershed; and 3) ferry ship transportation system and urban development.

Further to the article about Laguna Lake last week, I would like to explain more about our recommendations such as establishing a tourism circuit and enhancing waterfront development. The provinces around Laguna Lake are rich in history, culture and popular architectural tourism sites. The churches in the provinces of Rizal and Laguna are among the Philippines’ best-preserved colonial churches.

During the Lenten season, local tourists flock to the religious structures near the lake because of their historical significance. Moreover, Laguna Lake enriched the livelihoods of and served as an inspiration to generations of artists and artisans living in lakeshore towns. The tourism zones we propose that are primarily for enhanced access to domestic tourism areas near the lake are: 1) AngonoTalim Zone; 2) Los BaĂąos-Makiling Zone; and 3) Pagsanjan Zone. The Angono-Talim Zone will feature the exceptional art center in Angono, Rizal that boasts numerous art galleries and museums. Angono was the hometown of two national artists — Carlos “Botongâ€? Francisco, the muralist, and Lucio San Pedro, the famous musician and composer of music. On the other hand, parts of Talim Island can be developed into a mountain resort and tourism-oriented fishing village. The Los BaĂąos-Makiling Zone will highlight Los BaĂąos’ hot spring resorts and university town and Makiling’s trails, rich flora and fauna, and natural wonders.

The focal point of the Pagsanjan Zone will be Cavinti Falls, a popular tourist attraction, and the nearby towns of Paete and Pakil that are known for their traditional houses and woodcrafts. To support the development of these zones, a Tourist Information Center (TIC) must be established in every town included in the tourism circuit. These centers will provide valuable information that will guide tourists during their visits, and these must be complete with souvenir shops, restaurants, restrooms and rest areas, among others. Planning and creating more national parks will also strengthen environmental protection efforts in the Laguna de Bay region. National parks can help limit areas of urban and industrial development. As a result, areas of significant natural, historical and cultural value are delineated for protection and management.

To revive people’s appreciation for Laguna Lake, most especially those belonging to lakeshore communities, we at Palafox envision waterfront development that can improve the communities’ quality of life. Nowadays, we see that the resources of the lake are not evenly distributed. Our

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Q MAKABENTA FROM A4 cies became the dominant issue in the April 14 election, as support for climate skepticism suddenly surged. forced to resign over carbon dioxide While all the other parties proposed restrictions he had planned to meet plans to raise energy prices and limit the country’s Paris climate commit- energy use, when all the votes had ments. His successor announced been counted, the Finns Party, which that new goals of reducing energy MADE THE kGHT AGAINST EXPENSIVE prices and improving reliability, not climate policies the central part of its kGHTING CLIMATE CHANGE WOULD BE THE platform, came out the big winner government’s priority going forward. with the second-highest number of "But 2018 was just a prelude for seats in parliament‌. the political climate revolt to come.

"In Alberta, where the economy de"In mid-March, the Forum for De- clined after Prime Minister Trudeau’s MOCRACY &V$ A lEDGLING POLITICAL climate policies were enacted, voters party just three years old, tied for the on April 16 threw out the reigning largest number of seats, 12, in the Premier Rachel Notley and her New divided Dutch Senate in the 2019 Democratic Party, which supported elections. FvD takes a decidedly federal climate policies‌. skeptical stance on climate change‌ "As daily headlines become ever "In Finland, climate change poli- more shrill, hyping climate fears

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based on projections made by unverified climate models, the international public is becoming increasingly wary of the Chicken Little claims of impending climate doom. Voters in developed countries are saying 'enough is enough.'"

Second thoughts on climate doom In its lead editorial on May 15, 2019, the Washington Times wrote: “Climate change, which is weather over a lengthy period of time, is now on the world’s to-do list. What is done about it is of crucial importance because the price of altering the long-term weather of the entire planet could be higher than the stratosphere. Until uncertainties are

resolved that make the contemporary study of climate more science than art, America should take a rain check on a revolution driven by neither art nor science, but fear.

"Inrecognitionofscientificuncertainty, the United Nations Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change is trying to reduce inaccuracies in the methods participating nations use in calculating greenhouse gas emissions. The organization’s task force on greenhouse gas inventories this week concluded its 49th annualmeetinginKyoto,Japan,intended to update methods put in place in 2006 for tracking emissions‌ "Accurately estimating emissions across a nation is fraught WITH DIFkCULTY ERRORS IN ESTIMATES multiplied across the globe could account for squirrelly climate-

change conclusions‌.

"The conclusions of a new STUDY PUBLISHED BY THE SCIENTIkC journal Paleoceanography and Paleoclimatology, contribute fresh doubt to the idea that atmospheric carbon dioxide and global temperatures rise and fall in unison‌ "Forecasting Earth’s climate patterns is apparently more complicated than simply measuring greenhouse gas levels. Without grasping all variables affecting climate, efforts to predict temperature trends are faulty, and hence unreliable.

"The UN climate panel’s attempts TO REkNE THE PRECISION OF ITS METHODS for estimating nations’ greenhouse gases are expected to result in more reliable temperature estimates‌ "In Washington, global-warm-

ing prophets don’t want to wait for a clear picture of the world’s temperature patterns before pushing extravagant government programs that are supposed to limit greenhouse gases and slow the predicted rise in global temperatures‌ "Americans know better than to bet the farm on twisting weather vanes and befuddled politicians‌ Until climatologists have a full understanding of the natural forces shaping the planet’s climate, extravagant blueprints for radical change should remain on the drawing board.�

What does UN Secretary General Antonio Guterres have to say in response to these developments? Another warning of climate catastrophe?

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Consequences of US tariff war vs China

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LMOST a hundred years to the day that China suffered its biggest humiliation in 1919, US President Trump wanted to force China to sign a trade agreement couched in a language that to the Chinese side displays “disrespect to China’s sovereignty and dignity.� That incident of exactly a century ago was the May 4th Movement (May 4, 1919) when students in Beijing gathered at Tien An Men Square to protest the Treaty of Versailles that ended World War 1, wherein Shandong province was handed over to Japan from the defeated Germans who held the territory previously. The students protested because of the shameful manner by which the Chinese leaders at the time allowed their nation to be bullied and shamed by Japan and the Western powers (UK, France and US). The May 4th Movement was a precursor of the Chinese nationalism that gradually spread throughout China, culminating in the ouster of all foreign colonizers, except from Hong Kong and Macau, in October 1949.

China’s current crop of leaders cannot possibly allow a Treaty of Versailles Part 2. China is no longer the “sick man of Asia� of the early 1900s; and it would be fatal for the current crop of Chinese leaders if they allow the US to force another “Treaty of Versailles� down their throats. Trump’s negotiators wanted China to change their domestic laws following the text dictated by the Americans, which was rejected by the Chinese negotiators. Trump

stitutes to replace US soybeans, Canadian canola, wheat, etc. At the same time, this will strengthen China’s bonds with its main ally Russia and give Beijing a chance to improve ties with the rest of Asean, then raised tariffs to 25 percent on Sri Lanka and Pakistan.

As for offensive strategy, China some $200 billion worth of Chinese goods, with more to follow. may respond in kind to US tariffs, China quickly responded that they but it could be just to divert attenwould be forced to take counter- tion: “seem to strike in the east; measures and retaliate accordingly. but strike in the west.� Chinese strategists up to now are guided

by Sun Tzu: “Know your enemy Countermeasures ‌â€? Chinese strategists should have People are wondering what these thoroughly analyzed US vulnercountermeasures will be. It can- abilities or “dim makâ€? points at not simply be a tit-for-tat as this this stage in the game. approach would be highly disadOne such vulnerability is the US vantageous to China which exports dollar. Since 1971, the US dollar more to, and imports less from, the was no longer backed up by gold.

US. Let us try to examine China’s That was the year then President options or possible countermea- Richard Nixon unilaterally withsures within the next year or two, drew from the Breton Woods Agreeand their possible effects on the ment that pegged the US dollar to a US. These countermeasures can be gold standard. The US was forced roughly divided into defensive and to do this because they had to print offensive strategies. paper money to support expenses In order to blunt the effects of incurred in the Korean War and the US tariffs, China could move the Vietnam War. When some countries manufacturing activities of most like France followed by UK wanted OF ITS kRMS AFFECTED BY HIGH TARIFFS to redeem their paper dollars with into special economic zones in gold at Fort Knox, the US refused. neighboring countries in South The US dollar retained its status as and Southeast Asia participating reserve currency only because Saudi in its Belt and Road Initiative, or Arabia acceded to US demand that BRI. Participants in the BRI can it sell its oil using only the US dolalso serve as an alternative to the lar, in exchange for Saudi royalty’s US market. China and Russia can safety and security. Thus, the US work together to develop Russia’s dollar gained its petro-dollar status. &AR %AST VAST lATLANDS IN 3IBERIA China and Russia have long been could be developed for various preparing for a potential trade war agricultural crops as import sub- such as what is happening now by

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N J u n e 201 5 , U S FOR THE speeches) in order to President Barack MOTHERLAND protect someone or any Obama spoke at a group from anything town hall meeting on that may offend them. college affordability The use of this coerin Des Moines, Iowa.

CIVE POWER IS JUSTIkED His comment on the when it’s utilized to debilitating political guarantee the physical correctness on campuses aptly sum- safety of individuals. Using this coercive marizes the dangers of baby-proofing power to guarantee the emotional safety people from speech, ideas and com- of anyone (be it individuals or groups) mentaries that might offend them. will only lead to the abuse of this power He said: “It’s not just sometimes folks by individuals or groups sufficiently who are mad that colleges are too liberal powerful to sway the government to prothat have a problem. Sometimes there TECT IT FROM ANYTHING THEY kND OFFENSIVE are folks on college campuses who are The likelihood of this dire consequence liberal, and maybe even agree with me from happening is quite high because, on a bunch of issues, who sometimes unlike the attainment of physical safety, aren’t listening to the other side, and there is no objective standard the governthat’s a problem too. I’ve heard some ment can use to appraise whether one has college campuses where they don’t want attained emotional safety. The State — all to have a guest speaker who is too con- its branches — cannot determine whether servative or they don’t want to read a a particular policy will guarantee someone book if it has language that is offensive from not being offended because emoto African-Americans or somehow sends a tional states are highly subjective. demeaning signal towards women. I gotta When offending someone’s feeling is tell you, I don’t agree with that either.� a crime, the presumption of innocence “I don’t agree that you, when you of the suspect is either extremely weak become students at colleges, have to or nonexistent. The burden of proof be coddled and protected from differ- shifts to the suspect: he must prove that ent points of view. I think you should what he said was not offensive. How be able to — anybody who comes to can he effectively do that when the acspeak to you and you disagree with, cuser will keep on insisting otherwise? you should have an argument with If I say that my feelings are offended by ‘em. But you shouldn’t silence them X, can the State effectively butt in and say by saying, ‘You can’t come because I’m to me that I am not really offended? No, too sensitive to hear what you have to because feelings are subjective. Any evisay.’ That’s not the way we learn either.� dence that will be presented to prove that I concur. This insight extends beyond I am offended is bound to be tautologithe context of universities. It applies to cal. The evidence of my feelings of being all institutions and groups that infantilize offended is going to be just a restatement PEOPLE BY BABY PROOkNG THEIR FEELINGS of my accusation: I am offended because from being offended. The price of living in X is offensive and my feelings are the eviany society is living with difference that’s dence of X’s offensiveness. Your Honor, I bound to offend in one way or another. am offended. What else do you want to Hell, as Sartre put it, is other people. know? I am offended.

Diversity is the essence of the human The determination of whether somecondition. And diversity is not a gath- thing is offensive relies solely on the ering of people singing praises to one subjective evaluation of the offended. another, massaging each other’s per- Thus, enforcing any law guaranteeing the sonal or supra-personal egos, living in right not to be offended will only lead a blissful state of duplicates. Diversity to an arbitrary, abusive and dangerous is friction: a ceaseless encounter with use of the coercive power of the State. the abrasive, offensive and obnoxious.

I am not in favor of this particular use My view on “protecting people from of the coercive power of the State; don’t being offended� has evolved. And I got legislate anything that would protect me to thank my libertarian schoolmates from anything that would offend my for helping me engage in critical self- ego — whether my personal or suprareflection on this matter. Though I personal one. So, go ahead and offend won’t go on endorsing “the right to me, but grow a damn spine and cultivate offend� (partly because it doesn’t fit a stronger stomach because freedom of my theory of rights: No rights without speech doesn’t stop with you; be prepared responsibilities and vice versa), I no for being offended in return. No one has longer believe that there is such a thing the right against criticism, offensive or not. as a “right not to be offended.� “If you are irritated by every rub, how I particularly detest using the coercive will your mirror be polished?� (Rumi) power of the State (which one does if srsasot@gmail.com one seeks to legislate against offensive

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surreptitiously amassing as much gold as they possibly can for the past decade or so. Aside from buying all the gold it could buy in the world market, China is also the world’s biggest gold producer. China has been converting its foreign exchange reserves denominated in US dollars into real assets by buying MINES OIL kELDS HIGH TECHNOLOGY companies, prime real estate, agricultural lands and strategic minerals, aside from gold.

China’s global spending spree on hard economic assets has been tremendously enhanced by global fund managers holding huge dollar portfolios that are frightened by the danger posed by neverending quantitative easing and wanted to change their US dollar with Chinese yuan. China gladly obliges by printing their own yuan; exchange them with speculators’ dollars, and use same to buy more of the hard assets on a global scale.

Meanwhile, local Chinese banks are required a certain level of RMB RESERVES TO PREVENT LOCAL INlATION resulting from money printing. At this time, China is about through disposing of its US dollar holdings and ready for the next step, which is backing its currency with gold, or introducing gold trade notes in international trade transactions.

Russia and China already experimented on gas deals minus the US dollar when China agreed to purchase some $400 billion worth of gas in 2014, the biggest trade deal ever made so far. In that deal, China will pay Russia in

yuan which Russia can exchange for gold in the Shanghai gold exchange. With China’s offer of its yuan being convertible to gold in its oil and gas purchases, it will just be a matter of time when Saudi Arabia, United Arab Emirates and other Arab oil producers WILL BE lOCKING OVER TO THE YUAN The shift of OPEC led by Saudi Arabia to the gold-backed Chinese yuan instead of the dollar wll spell the end of the US petro-dollar status. It will lead to the US dollar collapse — bringing the entire US economy down with it.

High-tech vulnerability Another major vulnerability of the 53 IS IN THE kELD OF HIGH TECHNOLogy. Practically all high-technology equipment or devices contain rare earth elements in one form or another. China controls approximately 97 percent of global production of rare earth minerals.

When Deng Xiaoping was alive, he was quoted as saying: “The Middle East has oil; China has rare earth.�

The US is very much worried that China is gaining control of 5G and showing this concern by going after Huawei, which seems to be way ahead of its competitors when it comes to 5G development. 5G depends on wireless communication systems, while wireless depends on cell towers.

The US have set up some 30,000 of these cell towers, but China has already laid out some 350,000 cell towers. In its desperate attempt to

stop Huawei development of 5G, the US even went to the extent of ordering the arrest of the Huawei’s CFO Meng Wanzhou, the daughter of Huawei’s owner. The US is also campaigning to convince its allies to ban Huawei in its 5G system.

In response, China could ban the export of rare earth elements to all countries that have banned Huawei. What will be the effect of this? No modern electronic equipment could be operated without rare earth elements. Computers, cell phones, rechargeable batteries, monitor screens, sound systems, digital displays, televisions, radars, sensors and many more depends on rare earth elements. It is hard to imagine a society or a military minus all of the above. A couple of countries like the US, Canada and Australia may have ample supply or domestic deposits of rare earth elements, but it seems that only China now has the technology to extract the rare earth oxides from the mined minerals. Mined rare earth minerals are usually sent to China for final processing. The REASON FOR THIS IS THE GREAT DIFkCULTY in separating the rare earth oxides from raw minerals recovered from the mines. China concentrated some 5,000 of its best engineers and scientist just to perfect the method of safely separating the rare earth oxides from the mined rare earth minerals. And they succeeded where others have failed.

China’s ban of rare earth exports to the US can throw US society back into the Dark Ages.

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ITO Atienza is right. Provincial buses should go straight to their terminals to unload their passengers.

Allowing them to share bus stops of city buses is not acceptable as this is the main reason why EDSA is oftentimes clogged. And I thought MMDA fixed this by banning these buses. Or is it them that got “fixed�? *** Carbon emissions and the greenhouse effect continue to hound our planet. So much has been said, so much has been spent on talk but the polar ice melts faster than the actionable solutions offered. Land mass in major parts of the continents is in danger of being swallowed by the sea. Thirty-four tornadoes have been reported across the central US, including Kansas, Nebraska and Texas, just to cite an example.

Renewable energy and alternative energy are not one and the same. Renewable energy sources are energy sources that are always being replenished. Some examples of renewable energy sources are solar energy, wind energy, hydropower, geothermal energy, and biomass energy. These types of energy sources are different from fossil fuels, such as coal, oil and natural gas. Alternative energy is the sum total of all energy sources. *** Yesterday, May 22, was the fourth anniversary of the arrival in 2015 of 48 container vans from Canada containing toxic wastes. It’s now 2019 and they are still here. This probably an example of the “no haste makes waste.� *** I have to say that POTUS Donald Trump is a good juggler. Trade war with China, Iran confrontation, border disputes with Latin America and looming impeachment proceedings among others. One mistake in timing and all the balls will drop. Including his. *** Admit it or not, Otso Diretso’s defeat can be attributed to one person: Former president Benigno S. Aqiuno 3rd.

Its affiliation with the past administra-

*** In a bid to challenge China’s expansive claims in the South China Sea, a US Navy warship sailed near the Philippine-claimed Scarborough Shoal. I did not know that America is tion is the itchy trigger finger that fired also hooked on fishing. *** the bullet using an ungrooved barrel.

A laudable development: And it knew even from the start.

The NLEx Corp. and Sta. Clara InIts candidates failed to mislead the “ bobotantes � (as they tagged the elec- ternational Corp. recently signed the torate) even if they attempted to wear agreement for the P1.6-billion Subic the sheep’s clothing. They employed Freeport Expressway (SFEx) Capacity the same propaganda tactics and Expansion to build new expressway thought they will still work. Their al- lanes, bridges and a tunnel. liance with the left-leaning candidates In addition, it will also complement was a desperate move that failed. And the Subic Bay Metropolitan Authority’s then the hooded “Bikoy� suddenly (SBMA) infrastructure development appeared to deliver the final nail on program which includes the improvethe coffin. ment of airport and seaport, the widenYet they are now bragging about ing of roads, and the construction of coining the phrase “Ituloy Ang Laban.� an SBMA Corporate Center.

Again, they are starting on the wrong *** foot. A sunken ship like the “yellow I always say that whenever I point submarine� will witness the survivors out that something is wrong, it does attempting to float and try joining not mean I am an enemy. If I conclude Digong’s mighty aircraft carrier. that something is done right, it does *** not mean that I am an ally.

After elections, tailors will be busy You jog and get hungry, you go to designing and crafting a new outfit the gym and get hungry, you swim and for new clients A “turncoat� will be get hungry, and you ride a bike and get in demand for sure. “Butterflies� are hungry. Why go through all the trouble expected to circle the garden of that of doing all these and ultimately get famous house by the Pasig River. hungry? Why not just eat? *** *** Former ombudsman Conchita CarDemocracy is a marketplace of pio Morales was denied entry to Hong seemingly libertarian ideas that we all Kong. She called her “detention� in know will never work perfectly but we Hong Kong a form of bullying, refer- embrace just the same because we are ring to her being barred entry to the afraid of the alternatives. country last Tuesday afternoon. Bully*** ing validates the phrase “it takes one I love this quote from an anonymous source: to know one.� “Normal is getting dressed in clothes *** that you buy for work and driving Congratulations to 1st Class Dionne through traffic in a car that you are Mae Apolog Umalla of Alillem, Ilocos still paying for in order to get to the Sur. She leads the 263-strong PMA Ma- job you need to pay for the clothes and balasik (Mandirigma ng Bayan, Iaalay the car, and the house you leave vacant ang Sarili, Lakas at Tapang, Para sa all day so you can afford to live in it.�

Kapayapaan) Class of 2019 and is among *** ITS kVE TOP RANKING FEMALE CADETS -ORE Good work, good deeds and good power to all women in uniform! faith to all.

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ROLLY G. REYES

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Planning initiatives for Laguna Lake plan is to develop waterfronts that can promote social integration and will be enjoyed by all, whether they be fisherfolk, business owners, lakeshore residents or tourists. Through this, we want to reduce economic disparities and promote greater economic activities and endeavors for all. This gives us an opportunity to plan basic and support facilities such as small-scale agriculture, agro-forestry, harvest processing and the like that can harness the productive potential of the region’s communities

and protect vulnerable groups. Through our urban and architectural plans, we want to provide vibrant, breathtaking, walkable, bikeable, and well-lit linear parks, promenades and open spaces that will boost a healthier way of life.

Today, Laguna Lake is under threat.

Instead of being treated as a “back of the house� waste disposal area, we need to be reminded that Laguna Lake is a natural treasure — a source of sustainable prosperity for everyone.

Before our meeting ended, Secretary

Cimatu shared his mission for Laguna Lake, which comprises cleaning and rehabilitation and then concentrating on developing it. He expressed his gratitude to organizations that are eager to be involved in restoring and safeguarding the lake. The fight to rehabilitate Laguna Lake has been renewed. With strong political will and support and selfless acts of service and solidarity, let us reshape Laguna Lake’s narrative and turn it into a story of transformation we can all be proud of.

Regions Dy clan fortifies position in Isabela ˜ The Manila Times

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BY LEANDER C. DOMINGO

LAGAN CITY, Isabela: The Dy clan has fortified its position in Isabela, with family members and allies dominating the midterm polls in the largest and, reputedly, the most progressive province in Cagayan Valley.

Faustino “Bojie� Dy 3rd, outgoing three-term governor, was elected as vice governor with 483,608 votes, trouncing his perennial rival, former governor and former Commission on Elections commissioner Gracia Cielo “Grace� Padaca, who garnered 167,070 votes. %LECTED AS THE kRST REPRESENTATIVE of Isabela’s Sixth Congressional District was Bojie’s son, Faustino

“Inno� Dy 4th, Liga ng mga Barangay (LnB) national president, who had 105,324 votes; his rival, former San Isidro town mayor Abraham Lim, had 9,860 votes.

San Manuel town Mayor Faustino Michael Dy 3rd was elected as THE kRST REPRESENTATIVE OF THE PROVince’s Fifth Congressional District.

He is the son of Bojie’s brother, former governor Faustino Dy Jr. Michael garnered 80,031 votes,

while his rival, former representative Edwin Uy, had 38,984 votes.

In September of last year, President Rodrigo Duterte signed a law reapportioning the province of Isabela and creating two more legislative districts; prior to this, there were only four districts.

Bojie’s nephew, Alicia town Mayor Ian Faustino Dy, won in the Third Congressional District with 78,477 votes. His rival, Robert “Bong� Siquian, had 28,471 votes.

Ian’s father, outgoing congressMAN .APOLEON $Y INITIALLY kLED his certificate of candidacy for governor with Padaca as his running mate, but later on withdrew from the race and patched things up with his brother Bojie.

In Echague town, Bojie’s other son, Mayor Francis Faustino

“Kiko� Dy, ran unopposed.

In Cauayan City, Mayor Bernard Faustino Dy, son of Bojie’s brother, the late city mayor Benjamin Dy, also ran unopposed. His entire slate from vice mayor to city councilors won.

Three more scions of the Dy clan won in the midterm elections. Manuel Faustino “King� and Dondon Dy, Bojie’s brothers, also won as San Manuel mayor and Provincial Board member in Isabela’s Fifth District, respectively; while Bojie’s nephew Benben Dy, brother of Mayor Bernard Dy, ranked first among elected Cabatuan town councilors.

Political allies Bojie’s running mate, outgoing

Fourth Congressional District representative Rodolfo Albano 3rd, was also elected as governor with 576,862 votes, defeating Antonio Aliangan, a local media practitioner, who got 21,042 votes.

Albano’s brother, outgoing Vice Gov. Antonio “Tonypet� Albano, won as representative of the First Congressional District, with 153,514 votes; his rival, Alfonso Singson, got 8,219 votes.

The Albanos and the Dys have been political allies for decades.

Other political allies of the Dy clan who ran unopposed were Mayors Antonio Miro of San Pablo town, Jimmy Gamazon of Quezon, Venturio Bulan of Divilacan, Edgar Go of San Mariano, Marilou Sanchez of San Guillermo and Juan Capuchino

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The clan’s allies who ran unopposed for vice mayor were Anjo Miro of San Pablo town, LA Tulaue of Sto. Tomas, Lorenzo Uy of Tumauini, Dong Siquian of Angadanan, Ovie Masigan of Cabagan, Felipe Guyud of San Guillermo, Amador Gaffud Jr. of %CHAGUE 4HOMAS 0UA *R OF $ELkN Albano and Alfredo Custodio of Divilacan.

Meanwhile, in the adjacent province of Quirino, Gov. Junie Cua and his son Rep. Carlo Dakila “Dax� Cua switched positions and ran unopposed. In 2010, the elder Cua , who already served three terms as representative from the lone congressional district of Quirino, switched positions with HIS SON FOR THE kRST TIME

Reinstated bet new CamSur governor A scion of the Reyes family lost her bid for the governorship of Camarines Norte to Gov. Edgardo Tallado in the May 13 midterm elections.

Former representative Catherine Barcelona Reyes’ defeat left the electorate confused about Tallado’s victory because his certificate of candidacy (CoC) was canceled by the First Division of the Commission on Elections (Comelec) a few days before the polls.

Reyes was beaten by Tallado by 40,000 votes in her own bailiwick, as her supporters reported massive vote-buying compounded by allegedly tampered vote counting machines (VCMs).

Incumbent Rep. Renato Unico Jr. also trailed behind congressional candidate Josie Tallado by 8,000 votes.

Hundreds of voters from several precincts in the 12 towns of Camarines Norte were disenfranchised because a number of VCMs malfunctioned and Secure Digital cards were spoiled and could not transmit data to

the transparency server.

The Comelec en banc affirmed the cancellation despite Tallado’s appeal.

He was disqualified because his candidacy in the midterm polls was for a fourth term in office.

The Supreme Court on May 10, however, issued a temporary restraining order or a status quo ante order, which paved the way for Tallado’s votes to be counted.

He was eventually proclaimed as governor of Camarines Norte.

In an earlier case, the Ombudsman had suspended Tallado. He was eventually barred from holding any position in the government when found guilty of graft charges.

In filing his CoC, Tallado contended that he had not been able to complete his third term because of the Ombudsman’s ruling, hence, he had a right to run for governor in the May 13 polls.

Reyes’ camp is now considering a legal remedy to resolve the issue.

BELLY M. OTORDOZ

KIDNAP SUSPECTS

Floyd Ordonez, Arwin Varrios. Allan Sundiam, Mark Angel Andamon, Princess Sarmiento, Princess Joy Poras and Jackielou Bernal have been arrested by Imus (Cavite) police in Barangay Anabu for alleged kidnapping. One of their two alleged victims managed to escape on Tuesday and reported the abduction to village officials. PHOTO BY BOY JOSUE

DENR CRACKS DOWN ON 10 BUSINESS FIRMS IN BORACAY

THE Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR) again ordered the closure of 10 establishments in Boracay, mostly owned by Chinese and Koreans, that are still operating without necessary permits.

The Boracay Inter-agency Task Force (BIATF) inspectTARLAC ELDERLY NOW ed the establishments and, ENTITLED TO FREE MOVIES through the Malay local govTARLAC CITY: Senior citizens here can enjoy free movies at SM City Tarlac beginernment unit, closed the 10 esning July after the mall chain signed a memorandum of agreement with the city tablishments, namely Bella’s government. This came after the passage of a city ordinance providing that senior Bar and Restaurant, Old Capcitizens are entitled to free admission to movie houses and carnivals operating in tain Cuisine, Ken Minimart, the city. Senior citizens can watch a movie for free except on weekends and special screenings. Vice Mayor Genaro Mendoza said under the agreement, 72 percent of the Ken St., Island Staff Restaurant, Coco Spa, Kim Ji Man, W cinema entrance fee will be shouldered by SM Prime Holdings while the 20 percent senior citizens discount and the remaining 8 percent will be charged against the city Hostel Boracay Dragon, VIP Souvenir Shop and YH World government.

JERRY M. HERNANDEZ Network Service Inc. Of the 49 establishments ITOGON FOLK TO RECEIVE the task force inspected, 10 P73-M LIVELIHOOD FUND were found actively operating ITOGON, Benguet: Some 3,665 internally displaced persons (IDPs), mostly smallwithout a mayor’s permit, and scale miners and members of their families, will benefit from the P73.3 million another 14 had incomplete the Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) has set aside under its requirements from the local Sustainable Livelihood Program for them to have alternative livelihood after the government and the Bureau temporary suspension of small-scale mining activities in the mineral-rich town. of Fire Protection.

DSWD-Cordillera Administrative Region Director Janet Armas said of the total benefiIn a statement on Tuesday, ciaries of the program, 1,581 IDPs were already able to receive a livelihood assistance Environment Secretary Roy of P20,000 each or a total of P31.68 million. She added that the remaining 2,084 Cimatu reiterated his call on beneficiaries would receive assistance totaling P41.68 million at the end of the year. all establishments and the DEXTER A. SEE people in Boracay, both local

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and foreign, to observe rules and regulations of the government for the complete rehabilitation of Boracay Island, which started in Oct. 26, 2018. “I once said that Boracay will never be a cesspool again, but we need the cooperation of everybody to sustain the gains we have made from the massive rehabilitation we have done in the island. Let us continue to be its guardians and prevent it from sliding back,� Cimatu said.

Undersecretary Epimaco Densing 3rd of the Department of the Interior and Local Government (DILG) endorsed the list of noncompliant foreign-run businesses to Malay Mayor Abram Sualog for the issuance of closure orders. “We cannot allow flagrant violation by foreign nationals of our country’s laws and regulations, especially on the island, which we have painstakingly rehabilitated,� Densing said.

Meanwhile, Boracay InterAgency Rehabilitation Group General Manager Natividad Bernardino, who led the gov-

ernment team that served the closure orders, said Chinese businesses had proliferated on the island, with business names, signages and restaurant menus written only in Chinese characters, and catering exclusively to Chinese tourists.

It was also observed that there had been an increasing number of Chinese and Koreans working as tour guides, restaurant chefs and staff, Bernardo added.

She said the BIATF created an ad hoc committee on April 25 to inspect the establish-

ments and look into possible violations by these foreignrun businesses, including aliens staying and working in Boracay without valid work permits and visas.

The committee was composed of representatives from the DILG, Department of Tourism, Department of Trade and Industry, Department of Labor and Employment, Philippine National Police, Bureau of Immigration, DENR and the local government of Malay, Aklan.

EIREENE JAIREE GOMEZ

Discovery of husband’s first marriage by the ‘second wife’ Dear PAO, My only daughter was married to a military man. She met him in the province where he was assigned in a military base. After more than a year of marriage, my daughter discovered that her husband was previously married to another woman in another province, where he was previously assigned. She was able to CONkRM THIS WHEN SHE OBTAINED a record of his previous marriage.

My daughter was devastated. In anger because of the deception, she mentioned that she wanted to kLE A CASE AGAINST HIM FOR BIGAMY A friend advised her that she MIGHT NOT BE ABLE TO kLE A BIG-

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PERSIDA ACOSTA amy case since she is merely the second wife. However, another friend advised her that she could STILL kLE IT SINCE SHE HAD NO IDEA OF HER HUSBAND S kRST MARRIAGE -Y daughter and I are now confused as to whether or not she could kLE A BIGAMY CASE CONSIDERING THE circumstances. Please advise us if SHE COULD STILL kLE A BIGAMY CASE as a second wife.

Teresita

Dear Teresita, Under the Revised Penal Code of the Philippines, the crime of bigamy is committed when a second or subsequent marriage is contracted before a former marriage is legally dissolved, or before the absent spouse is declared presumptively dead by means of a judgment rendered in the proper proceedings. (Article 349) The elements of bigamy depend on whether: The offender has been legally married; the marriage has not been legally dissolved; the offender contracts a subsequent marriage; and the subsequent marriage has all the essential requisites for a valid

marriage. (Leonor Boado, Notes and Cases on the Revised Penal Code, 2008) In other words, bigamy is the crime committed by a person who enters in a new marriage despite the existence of a previous marriage. As a rule, a married person cannot legally contract a second marriage as long as the previous marriage has not been legally terminated, either through a judicial declaration or death.

The spouse who contracts such marriage can be prosecuted for committing bigamy.

In your daughter’s situation, her husband’s second marriage to her is a ground for bigamy. As

to whether or not your daughter HERSELF CAN kLE THE CRIMINAL COMplaint for bigamy, the Supreme Court ruled: “It is settled that in bigamy, both THE kRST AND THE SECOND SPOUSES may be the offended parties, depending on the circumstances.�

(Garcia vs Court of Appeals, GR 119063, Jan. 27, 1997, Ponente: Chief Justice Hilario Davide Jr.) Considering this cited jurisprudence, your daughter’s status as the second wife does not prevent her from filing a bigamy complaint against her husband. As an offended party, she can file a criminal complaint against her own

husband for their bigamous marriage. However, it is important to show that she had no prior information that her husband was already married when they got married.

We hope that we were able to answer your queries. This advice is based solely on the facts you have narrated and our appreciation of the same. Our opinion may vary when other facts are changed or elaborated.

Editor’s note: Dear PAO is a daily column of the Public Attorney’s Office. Questions for Chief Acosta may be sent to dearpao@manilatimes.net

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Fitch lowers growth forecast for PH to 5.9% Sun Life maintains economic growth outlook at 6.4%

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ITCH Solutions has trimmed its 2019 Philippine economic growth forecast to 5.9 percent, citing the lower-than-expected gross domestic product (GDP) EXPANSION IN THE kRST THREE MONTHS OF THE YEAR TRADE tensions and soft external demand as reasons behind the adjustment.

4HE CURRENT kGURE REVISED FROM percent previously, is lower than last year’s actual growth of 6.2 percent and falls near the lower end of the government’s downwardly revised 6.0-7.0

percent target. “While we expect a pickup in real '$0 GROWTH FROM kRST QUARTER ONWARD

we at Fitch Solutions have lowered our real GDP growth forecast [and expect]

A MORE GRADUAL RECOVERY FROM THE kRST quarter 2019 dip,� the Fitch Ratings unit said in a report released on Wednesday.

Philippine economic growth slowed to 5.6 percent for January to March, which was mainly blamed on reduced government spending because of the delay in the approval of this year’s budget, which came in mid-April.

Fitch Solutions said that, while it was upbeat on domestic consumption, it revised downward the net export component of the GDP from -0.7 to -1.7 percentage point. “[T]his was a key factor as why we expect growth to fall below 6 percent

in 2019,� it added.

Fitch Solutions also said slowing global growth and persistent trade tensions between Washington and Beijing would continue to weigh on growth in the coming quarters, noting that the US and China accounted for 15.6 percent and 12.9 percent, respectively, of exported goods from the Philippines in 2018. “The escalation in trade tensions between the US and China in May will deepen the external drag on the Philippine economy,� it warned.

These tensions, the Fitch unit said,

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Small gold miners to enjoy tax perks PRESIDENT Rodrigo Duterte has signed into law a bill that seeks to strengthen the country’s gross international reserves (GIR) by offering tax incentives to local small-scale miners, a move welcomed by the Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP).

Signed on March 29 but revealed to the media only on Wednesday, Republic Act (RA) 11256 amended the National Internal Revenue Code to exempt from taxation income from gold sold by these miners directly to the BSP. Small-scale miners who sold gold to accredited traders for eventual sale to the central bank would also enjoy the same exemptions, as the commodity is presumed to have been bought from them.

The law also said that if these miners paid the excise tax for the gold before its sale to the Bangko

3ENTRAL THEY COULD kLE FOR A REFUND or credit for it.

RA 11256 also gives the central bank governor; the heads of the Environment and Interior departments; and the Bureau of Internal Revenue (BIR) chief 60 days from the effectivity of the law to recommend to the Finance secretary the implementing rules and regulations (IRR) its for promulgation.

The IRR must include provisions for the registration and accreditation requirements of small-scale miners and traders in order to avail themselves of the exemptions.

One of the bill’s authors, Sen. Juan Edgardo “Sonny� Angara, had cited studies in saying that between 2005 and 2010, the BSP purchased nearly 1,000,000 troy ounces of gold or 2,362 gold bars that came from smallscale mining.

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Shoppers at an outlet mall walk past a Skechers store in Los Angeles, California, on Tuesday (Wednesday in Manila).

More than 170 shoe companies and retailers, including Adidas, Nike, Skechers and Under Armour, have warned US President Donald Trump against a trade war with China, warning of the “catastrophic� effects his proposed 25-percent tariffs will have on the US economy, consumers and companies. AFP PHOTO

Finding opportunities DA wants 300,000 MT corn imports in the wreck of the auto industry T ROUGH HE global automotive industry is undergoing what people in the business optimistically call “evolution,� but what any other rational observer would call a “disaster.� Rapid shifts in technology, changing attitudes towards environmental issues, politics, and self-destructive business practices are wreaking havoc on a sector that once seemed monolithic. While the impact of this is not yet being felt strongly in this country, the portents are grim. The automotive market is one of the few industrial sectors that the Philippines has put effort into developing, and it is risking have all its efforts be for naught if it does not quickly adapt.

Over the past two years, major automakers from Europe and the US have suffered one setback after another. Volkswagen was exposed in a global-scale emissions cheating scandal, which in turn revealed that other carmakers were also doing the same thing, although not on the same scale.

At about the same time, an extensive investigation by German journalists revealed that several major automakers – Volkswagen, Audi, Porsche, BMW, and Daimler-Benz – have for years conspired to manage competition among themselves; VW’s emissions-cheating scandal was one

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result of this, as the carmakers had agreed to limit technological advances that would give any of them an edge over the others.

At the end of last year, the glue holding the massive RenaultNissan-Mitsubishi conglomerate together, one-time automotive god Carlos Ghosn, was ousted and jailed in Japan on corruption charges. Ghosn’s downfall probably spelled the end of the long era of “rockstar� CEOs, which has been further reinforced by the tribulations of electric car manufacturer Tesla and its colorful head Elon Musk. Tesla has not completely failed yet, but it is hemorrhaging cash and continually missing production and kNANCIAL TARGETS AND OTHERWISE projecting the image of a company in dire straits. !ND kNALLY THE STALWARTS OF THE US auto industry, General Motors and Ford, are both undergoing PERIODS OF SIGNIkCANT RETRENCHMENT in part due to the destructive and directionless trade policies of the

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THE Department of Agriculture (DA) is pushing for the importation of 300,000 metric tons (MT) of corn amid a supply shortfall and as it expects the local hog and poultry industry to grow rapidly.

In a statement, Agriculture Secretary Emmanuel PiĂąol said his department was waiting for Finance Secretary Carlos Dominguez 3rd to approve the move.

He also said his department was also targeting to plant corn in an

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additional 100,000 hectares and sorghum in another 100,000 ha this year to support the growth of the country’s poultry and hog sector.

The added hectares for corn “will be on top of what has already been covered by farmers this cropping season, and the ones for sorghum “will be new areas mostly located in marginal lands [that] have been largely underutilized, including ancestral domain areas

of indigenous people,� Piùol said.

The DA’s corn-expansion program would increase production by 600,000 MT for this year, while that of sorghum is projected to produce an additional 400,000 MT, according to Piùol.

Sorghum farming, which could BE gPROkTABLE u 0IĂ„OL SAID WOULD serve to supplement the yellow corn needed for animal feeds.

The rapid growth of poultry and

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New material related party transaction disclosure rules

O promote good governance and protect minority stockholders, the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) recently issued Memorandum Circular No. 10, Series of 2019, promulgating the Rules on Material Related Party Transactions for Publicly-Listed Companies. The rules became effective on April 27, 2019.

The rules recognize that related party transactions (RPTs) between and among related parties may CREATE kNANCIAL COMMERCIAL AND ECONOMIC BENEkTS TO INDIVIDUAL institutions and to the group which they belong. While RPTs are generally allowed, they are required to be disclosed by publiclylisted companies (PLCs) if they are considered material.

4HE RULES DEkNE A MATERIAL 204 to refer to a transfer of resources,

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EUNEY MARIE MATA-PEREZ services or obligations between a PLC and a related party, either individually or in aggregate over a 12-month period with the same related party, amounting to at least 10 percent of the listed company’s total assets based on its latest AUDITED kNANCIAL STATEMENT 4HE TERM IS DEkNED BROADLY TO INCLUDE transactions entered into with an unrelated party that subsequently becomes a related party. If the reporting entity is a parent entity, the 10 percent threshold is based on its CONSOLIDATED kNANCIAL STATEMENTS 4HE RULES DEkNE @RELATED PARTIES TO INCLUDE A 0,# S DIRECTORS OFk-

cers, substantial shareholders (any person who is directly or indirectly THE BENEkCIAL OWNER OF MORE THAN 10 percent of any class of the PLC’s equity security), and their spouses or relatives within the fourth civil DEGREE OF CONSANGUINITY OR AFkNITY

whether legitimate or commonlaw, if these persons have control, JOINT CONTROL OR SIGNIkCANT INlUence over the PLC. It also covers the PLC’s parent, subsidiary, fellow SUBSIDIARY AFkLIATE JOINT VENTURE or an entity that is controlled, JOINTLY CONTROLLED OR SIGNIkCANTLY INlUENCED OR MANAGED BY A PERSON who is a related party.

It should be a PLC’s overarching policy for material RPTs to be compliant with laws, to be at arm’s length basis and not to place any stockholder or stakeholder at a disadvantage. Thus, the rules

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Ayala shares’ rally lifts bourse THE stock market rose for the fourth consecutive day on Wednesday, with gains said to have been helped by a rally in Ayala Corp.’s shares.

The benchmark Philippine Stock Exchange index (PSEi) jumped by by 1.21 percent or 93.51 points to close at 7,815.07.

The broader All Shares, meanwhile, grew 0.83 percent or 39.71 points to end at 4,821.85.

AAA Southeast Equities Inc. President Matthew Cabangon said the local market was lifted by the Ayala-led holding company, whose shares increased by 6.47 percent or P55 to end at P905 each as a result of its share buyback from Japan-based conglomerate Mitsubishi Corp. “The market has been anticipating this rebalancing by Mitsubishi, and this event passing has led to [Ayala Corp. shares] rallying today (Wednesday) and has been the biggest contributor in the rally in the index,� Cabangon explained.

In an interview, Philstocks Financial Inc. research associate Piper Chaucer Tan said local investors resorted to bargain-hunting after seven straight days of foreign OUTlOWS

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Chicken, egg output up in Jan-March – PSA

BY EIREENE JAIREE GOMEZ

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HE COUNTRY S PRODUCTION OF CHICKEN AND CHICKEN EGGS WENT UP IN THE FIRST THREE MONTHS OF THE YEAR AS GROWTH WAS NOTED in almost all regions, the Philippine Statistics !UTHORITY 03! SAID In its Chicken Situation Report, PSA said total chicken output in the January-March period grew by 4.3 percent to 459,060 metric tons (MT) from last year’s 439,960 MT. Central Luzon produced the most at 166,540 MT, contributing 36.3 percent to total production. This was followed by Calabarzon, 16.8

percent and Northern Mindanao, 9.1 percent. The three regions accounted for more than half or 62.2 percent of the total output.

Total inventory of chicken was estimated at 184,880 million birds as of April 1. “The inventory of layer chicken was recorded at 9.74 million birds

or 7.3 percent higher than the previous year’s record of 37.05 million birds. Native/improved chicken inventory at 82.84 million birds declined by 1.0 percent from its previous year’s level of 83.66 million birds. Broiler chicken inventory dropped by 2.1 percent, from 63.63 million birds in 2018 to 62.29 million birds in 2019,� PSA said.

During the three-month period, the average farmgate price of broiler chicken in commercial farms was P72.86 per kilo, down 16.8 percent from P87.54 per kilo a year earlier.

Meanwhile, local chicken egg production reached 142,010 MT, up 8.8 percent from last year’s 130,550

MT, PSA said. Increases in chicken egg production were registered in all regions, except for Cordillera Administrative Region and Bicol Region. The three highest chicken egg-producing regions are Calabarzon, Central Luzon and Central Visayas, it added.

As of April 1, adult female inventory of native/improved chicken was up to 22.64 million birds.

3IMILARLY LAYING lOCK INVENTORY of foreign strain layers was 32.78 million birds, up 8.4 percent from last year’s 30.25 million birds.

The average farmgate price of chicken egg in commercial farms was P4.68 per piece, up 2.1 percent from year-ago’s P4.59, PSA said.

Due process in cement imports duty observed THE Tariff Commission (TC) on 7EDNESDAY SAID IT WAS @FOLLOWING due process’ in probing the safeguard duty imposed on imported cement.

TC Member 3 Ernesto Albano said they need more information before deciding on the matter. Albano hinted they may have a resolution on the case next month. “We’re just following due process,� he added.

His pronouncements came after cement manufacturers called for a permanent and higher safeguard duty on imported cement. On Tuesday, the Cement Manufacturer’s Association of the Philippines

(Cemap) said cement imports continue to rise, hurting domestic players.

An P8.40 per 40-kilogram (kg) provisional safeguard duty was earlier imposed by the DTI on cement imports to protect the local industry.

Upon DTI’s request, the TC is investigating the duty’s imposition.

In a text message to The Manila Times , Albano said they are still gathering supplemental documents and would be having A MEETING NEXT MONTH TO kNISH THE JOB g7E GAVE THE PARTIES @TIL -AY to submit amended/supplemental position papers,� Albano said.

Gifts, decor Ayala industry gets more govt help

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THE government seeks to further ramp up the gifts, dĂŠcor and houseware (GDH) sector to support its growth.

Despite the decline seen in the Philippines’ total export sales last year, the GDH sector realized a 23.9 percent boost in exports to $206.34 million from 2017’s $166.54 million. “The continuous growth of the country’s GDH sector is largely boosted by the collaborative efforts of government and private sector stakeholders to further push the competitiveness of the industry through various initiatives such as industry policy interventions, product development, strengthening the supply chain, and promotion activities,� the Department of Trade (DTI) said in a statement released Wednesday.

The agency particularly noted the relaunch of MA’I Lifestyle, the industry’s official brand, which helped bolster its presence in the global arena as “a primary source of reliable GDH products.â€? “Initiatives to further boost the country’s gifts, dĂŠcor and houseware are finally paying off as the Philippines continues to carve a niche in the international market as the preferred source of globally-competitive, innovative, and quality GDH products,â€? DTI also said.

The government is also eyeing potential partnerships with the DTI Center for International Trade Expositions and Missions (CITEM) and Export Marketing Bureau (EMB) for a possible participation in trade expositions in other foreign markets.. “For this year, the BOI (Board of Investments) will continue supporting the sector through partnerships with relevant agencies in identifying training opportunities that can further capacitate the industry,� DTI added.

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Net foreign selling persisted on Wednesday at P3.5 billion as foreigners loaded P3.7-billion issues and disposed of P7.2 billion. This included the P3.8-billion block sale of Mitsubishi.

Without the latter, the market should have recorded a net foreign

“After that, we’ll have collegial MEET TO DECIDE ON 4# S kNDINGS recommendations to the [Trade Secretary], maybe within the month of June,� he added.

The investigation was originally set to be over within 120 days from kLING OF THE MOTU PROPRIO CASE BY the DTI in February. This means the probe should conclude in May. The TC, however, cancelled the public hearing set on May 6-10 to complete its plant visits and data VERIkCATION The hearings were instead held this week, where Cemap sought FOR A gHIGHER DEkNITIVEu TARIFF RATE

While there is no decision yet, “there is a link between imports AND THIS INJURY SPECIkED u !LBANO earlier said.

Meanwhile, Albano said they will be looking into the provisional safeguard duty on ceramic lOOR AND WALL TILE IMPORTS AFTER concerns on cement are settled.

He said they received the notice last Monday. “Usually, what we have done, when we receive a notice, we form a team,� he said.

The schedules for the hearing and market probe, among others, are to be set, Albano said.

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buying position of P300 million.

Tan also said market sentiment was likely buoyed by the strong EARNINGS PERFORMANCE OF LISTED kRMS The PSEi grew in line with indexes in the United States. The Dow Jones rose 0.77 percent, the S&P500 increased 0.85 percent and the Nasdaq grew 1.08 percent.

Asian markets were mixed as Tokyo inched up by 0.05 percent, Hong Kong and Seoul rose 0.18 percent each, and Bangkok gained

1.02 percent.

Meanwhile, Shanghai declined 0.49 percent, Jakarta was down PERCENT AND 3INGAPORE kNished unchanged.

In Manila, only the mining and OIL INDEX kNISHED IN THE RED DOWN 1.11 percent.

More than 850 million issues were traded valued at P10 billion.

Winners led losers, 112 to 78, while 43 issues were unchanged.

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Industry 4.0 (Part 2) PISTOIA, Italy: While this is a quiet sleepy town north of Rome, one would be pleasantly surprised that despite being a town of only about 100,000 people, this place reeks of digitization and Industry 4.0. We have spent a good amount of time IN THEIR INDUSTRIAL AREA kLLED WITH companies spanning at least a century old onwards.

In my previous article, I shared that the Philippines’ score in a recent assessment of World Economic Forum on Future of Production (6.1 out of 10) highlights the unfavorable drivers of production and complex structure as prevalent and existing conditions in the manufacturing industry. This presents risks for us as far as our neighboring countries are concerned, ie our advanced leading neighbor countries can offer more advanced manufacturing while nascent countries can offer lowest cost of labor. These risks present opportunities though to mitigate such. They include 3 key things: First, our country needs to reskill and upskill workers. Given that a lot of these processes will be automated in the future, it is wise to start thinking about reskilling and upskilling the labor force. Second, there is a need to upgrade technology platforms and seek frugal innovations.

There are technological capabilities already available out there to start introducing innovations in the organization that would propel readiness to what lies ahead. Third is to ensure that the fundamental building block of good governance is in place. This is where we need our government to be aligned with where technology is leading and how our industries would be impacted in the next years to come.

The country can likewise accelerate readiness and transformation by utilizing the private sector more actively in tackling macro level

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KAY CALPO LUGTU challenges.

Italy is an example of a country that has started its journey on Industry 4.0 since 2017. The key stakeholder is its national government, led by the Italian Ministry of Economic Development which has earmarked EUR18 billion to support this strategic initiative. The government has implemented a top down approach, with focus on orientation towards technology as well as skills, with the target audience being the SMEs and companies with no industry limitation. Every business person is encouraged to participate in this initiative. The concept is simple: to take advantage of the technology advancements provided by Industry 4.0 and to promote investments in innovation and research and development (R&D) and to spread the culture and develop the skills needed.

The framework adopted by the Italian government allowed for a strong collaborative approach between private and public sectors (with key engagements with the academe and R&D as well), with fiscal incentives aimed at companies and entrepreneurs willing to align their business objectives to that of the government’s and enjoy the tax breaks provided in the process. The plan touched on the policy objectives, skills and technology, its go-to-market approach and implementation and execution.

It is also interesting to note that Italy has joined forces with both Germany and France for a trilateral international cooperation for a

similar initiative on a region-wide Industry 4.0 approach, with strong focus on manufacturing companies at the enterprise level.

Ricciarelli S.p.A, a 175-year old manufacturing company headquartered here has joined in this endeavor of the Italian government to realize the value of Industry 4.0.

The company specializes in providing packaging equipment to pasta manufacturing companies. In our visit to some of the pasta plants South of Italy, we have been amazed

BY THE EFkCIENCY AND HIGH PRODUCtivity shown by the machines and equipment present in the plant, with only less than 5 people manning the entire factory. The same factory can address the pasta demand both domestically and overseas.

Many things are still to be learned and understood on how this technology trend can make waves and impact our side of the world; not just with Industry 4.0 but in digital transformation as a whole. With the recent national elections held a few weeks ago and with new legislators in several cities in Manila highlighting the need for technology in their own respective cities, there is a strong sense of hope that we could see a robust alliance between public and private sectors in advocating for a digital Philippines in the future. For now, we have countries such as Italy to take inspiration and guidance from on how they have started to make things work in this digital age.

Kay Calpo Lugtu is the COO of Hungry Workhorse, a digital and culture TRANSFORMATION kRM #O &OUNDER OF Caucus, Inc. and Deputy Director of Global Chamber Manila. Her advoCACIES INCLUDE DATA PRIVACY kNANCIAL literacy, and nation-building. The author may be reached at kaycalpolugtu@hotmail.com

Smart money habits to improve your credit score I MONEY MAX F you own a credit card, you should know what a credit score is. A credit score is a threedigit number that represents your creditworthiness or ability to pay off a loan. This is based on the information in a credit report.

Credit scores range from 300 to 850, with 850 being the highest. The higher your credit score is, the better. Banks, insurance COMPANIES AND OTHER kNANCIAL institutions look at a person’s credit score, among other things, to assess a borrower’s credit risk.

If you want to keep your credit card debt in check and increase your credit score, you should focus on building better money habits. Refraining from your old ways of spending and saving money can make a great impact on your credit score in the long run.

Determine your credit score and take the following steps to help improve it.

JOSH MASCARIĂ‘AS credit reports. This only shows that paying your bills on time helps improve your credit score.

Make it a habit to pay your utilities and credit card bills before their respective due dates. Making smaller payments throughout the month will also help you reduce your credit card balance.

Keep your balances low

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Fitch has had a ripple effect across Asia, weakening demand across the supply chain and dampening business CONkDENCE IN kRST HALF OF THE YEAR “A further escalation of tensions or prolonged period of the tariffs introduced in May could likely lead us [to] revise down our growth forecast of 6.3 percent in 2020,� it added.

In a separate report, Fitch Solutions said the economic and global market backdrop provided some room for further monetary policy easing as early as September, which gIS UNLIKELY TO POSE SIGNIkCANT INlAtionary risks.� “[W]e at Fitch Solutions are revising our forecast for the BSP (Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas) to cut its policy interest rate by a further 25 bps (basis points) to 4.25 percent by end-2019,� it said.

The central bank’s Monetary Board decided to trim its key interest rates by 25 bps during its May 9 MEETING ON EXPECTATIONS THAT INlAtion would remain manageable.

Fitch Solutions said “the BSP could also move ahead with other easing measures, such as lowering the reserve requirement ratio for the banking sector to support credit growth.�

Outlook still positive In contrast to Fitch Solutions’ outlook, Sun Life Financial Philippines on Wednesday maintained its Philippine growth forecast, taking into account the impact of the lower GDP expansion in January to March and the expected strong

consumption amid the slower INlATION RATE g$ESPITE THE WEAK kRST QUARTER 2019 GDP, we still are seeing 2019 growth at 6.4 percent,� Sun Life #HIEF )NVESTMENTS /FkCER -ICHAEL %NRIQUEZ SAID IN A BRIEkNG IN -AKATI City.

The forecast is higher than last year’s result and within the government’s target for the year.

Enriquez stressed that Sun Life remained positive on the Philippine economy. “I think there will be a lot of catch-up, especially because election spending will start to materialize in the second quarter,� he said. “We also see further expansion as the government will continue their infrastructure push toward the third and fourth quarters.� “So [we’ll] probably expect GDP accelerating toward the latter two quarters,� the Sun Life official added.

Enriquez also said decelerating inflation rate would encourage strong household consumption this year, which would result in increased economic activity.

For 2019, he forecast the country’s INlATION RATE TO AVERAGE PERCENT before easing further to about 2 percent to 2.8 percent next year.

Last year, the rate in the increase in the prices of goods and services in a given period averaged 5.2 percent in 2018 — the highest in 10 years or since the 8.2-percent full-year INlATION RECORDED IN “This supports our view that 2019 GDP will see a strong rebound in consumption, not only due to election-year impact, but [also BECAUSE= INlATION IS NO LONGER PULLing down household spending,�

Enriquez said.

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THURSDAY May 23, 2019

Greenergy planning to raise stock to P5B GREENERGY Holdings Inc. plans to increase its authorized capital stock this year to P5 billion from P2 billion in order to facilitate an investor’s increase of its stake in the company. )N A kLING ON 7EDNESDAY THE LISTED HOLDING kRM SAID ITS BOARD OF DIRECTORS APPROVED AND RATIkED THAT PLAN TO RAISE THE STOCK CONSISTing of 4.9 billion common shares WITH A PAR VALUE OF 0 EACH AND 1 billion preferred shares at a par value of 10 centavos apiece. /F THE NEW SHARES %ARTHRIGHT Holdings Inc. will increase its subscription to P750 million from 0 MILLION PREVIOUSLY CONSISTing of 750 million shares valued at P1 each.

The number of subscribed com-

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mon shares is equivalent to 25 percent of the required subscription out of the proposed increase.

Greenergy is engaged in a number OF BUSINESSES NAMELY AGRICULTURE

AGRICULTURAL TOURISM PROPERTY DEVELOPMENT BANKING AND kNANCE AND information technology. )N THE kRST QUARTER OF THE YEAR

the company’s net loss widened to P385 million from P3.8 million in the same period in 2018.

Revenues declined by 55.4 PERCENT TO 0 FROM 0 million year-on-year. Operating loss also increased to P9.24 million from P4.2 million.

Shares of Greenergy added 7 CENTAVOS OR PERCENT TO kNISH AT 0 APIECE ON 7EDNESDAY ANGELICA BALLESTEROS

Businessinbriefs MORE POWER, ABOITIZPOWER INK POWER DEAL RAZON-led MORE Electric and Power Corp. (MORE Power) has signed another deal with AboitizPower Corp. to supply electricity to Iloilo City, Iloilo province. Under the one-year interim power supply agreement, AboitizPower, through its Cleanergy brand, will deliver 10 megawatts (MW) of electricity to MORE Power, with the option to add 5 MW. In a statement on Wednesday, the listed firm said the electricity would be supplied by subsidiary AP Renewables Inc., which operates the Tiwi and MakBan geothermal power plants in Albay and Laguna and Batangas provinces, respectively. The accord will take effect once MORE Power starts operations in Iloilo City.

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TRINA SOLAR BULLISH ABOUT PH BUSINESS TRINA Solar Co. Ltd. is optimistic about its Philippine operations as more businesses are becoming interested in solar energy. Junrhey Castro, the company’s country manager, said on Wednesday that solar-energy solutions had been gaining traction from commercial and industrial companies amid the country’s expensive power rates. The official also said the country’s bid adopters of solar energy include shopping malls, manufacturers, and logistics companies that transport and store goods in temperature-controlled environments. “Because these businesses have large rooftops that can be used for solar panels, and their energy consumption peaks during the day, they find that solar energy is very conducive to their business and can generate significant cost savings,� he was quoted as saying in a statement.

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)34%$ 2OCKWELL ,AND #ORP S NET PROkT ROSE

BY PERCENT TO 0 MILLION IN THE kRST three months of 2019 from P514 million in the same period last year, thanks to the strong contributions of its commercial leasing and residential businesses.

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the Lopez-led real-estate company said consolidated revenues inched up by 5 percent to P3.5 billion in January to March from P3.3 bil-

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registered revenues of P64 milLION ACCOUNTING FOR PERCENT OF consolidated net sales. &OR THIS YEAR ALONE 2OCKWELL SPENT 0 BILLION THE BULK OF which were used to develop the kVE TOWER RESIDENTIAL PROJECT 0ROscenium. &OR FULL YEAR 2OCKWELL parent First Philippine Holdings Corp. has allocated P12 billion to THE PROPERTY COMPANY TO BE USED TO kNANCE ITS EXPANSION NEEDS Rockwell Land shares increased by 1 centavo or 0.50 percent to CLOSE AT 0 EACH ON 7EDNESDAY

Lower revenues push Cirtek profit down 99% CIRTEK Holdings Philippines Corp. reported a PERCENT DROP IN ITS NET INCOME TO IN THE kRST QUARTER OF THIS YEAR FROM MILLION in the same period in 2018 on lower revenue contributions from its core businesses and its US subsidiary. )N A kLING ON 7EDNESDAY #IRTEK ALSO SAID REVenues declined by 19 percent to $21.02 million IN THE kRST THREE MONTHS FROM MILLION THE YEAR BEFORE DRAGGED BY REDUCED CONTRIBUtions from Quintel Cayman Ltd. and its radio frequency/microwave/millimeter wave (RF/ -7 MM7 BUSINESSES WHICH OFFSET HIGHER NET

sales from its semiconductor business.

1UINTEL WHICH #IRTEK ACQUIRED FOR MILLION IN CONTRIBUTED MILLION IN THE PERIOD

A PERCENT DROP FROM THE kRST QUARTER kGURE 2EVENUES FROM ITS 2& -7 MM7 AND antenna-manufacturing businesses also plunged by 66 percent to $4.2 million from $12.2 million year-on-year. .ET SALES FROM THE SEMICONDUCTOR BUSINESS

MEANWHILE INCREASED BY PERCENT TO million from $9.4 million.

Operating expenses amounted to $2.9 milLION IN *ANUARY TO -ARCH A PERCENT DECREASE

from $4.3 million a year ago. %ARLIER THIS YEAR #IRTEK SAID IT WAS BULLISH ABOUT ITS PROSPECTS THIS YEAR WITH GROWTH SEEN in the semiconductor business from the emergence of Internet of Things and Big Data.

Cirtek develops semiconductors. It also ofFERS SERVICE TURNKEY SOLUTIONS INCLUDING WAFER PROBING WAFER BACK GRINDING AND ASSEMBLY

PACKAGING AND kNAL TESTING OF SEMICONDUCTOR devices.

Cirtek shares slid by P1 or 3.70 percent to END AT 0 EACH ON 7EDNESDAY ANGELICA BALLESTEROS

UnionBank buys 30% stake in Shiptek UNION Bank of the Philippines (UnionBank) will be integrating its e-commerce payment gateway and other digital financial services into the XLOG logistics platform developed by Shiptek Solutions Corp. after it acquired a 30-percent stake in the Filipino technology solutions firm through a deal signed on Wednesday.

The stake — which UnionBank purchased through its subsidiary UBX — is equal to 52,374,553 Shiptek common shares at P1.53 each or about P80.3 million in total.

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UBX’s expertise in technology development and blockchain was said to further power XLOG’s end-to-end supply chain solution that consolidates shipping, warehousing, trucking and customs brokerage. “We have long sought to serve the logistics sector, and with the onset of digitization, the introduction of platforms like XLOG, represents the industry’s movement from traditional methods to electronic,�

UnionBank President and Chief Executive Officer Edwin Bautista said.

“UBX’s main thrust is to invest in complementary capabilities. We are developing platforms to go to market with business models that are beyond banking. We will also invest in capabilities and platforms that share the same objective,� UBX Chief Executive Officer John Januszczak said.

Through XLOG UnionBank, UBX and Shiptek Solutions said they could tap into each other’s expertise and customer network, from small and medium enterprises to large corporations.

UnionBank also said it would also be

involved in Shiptek’s daily operations, holding two out of five seats in the company’s board of directors.

Shiptek, on the other hand, projects that UnionBank’s investment would help the company reach its goal of moving 500,000 to 1,000,000 20-foot equivalent units (TEU). It has generated over thousands of TEUs to date since its launch in 2018.

UnionBank shares fell by 10 centavos or 0.16 percent to close at P60.90 apiece on Wednesday.

MAYVELIN U. CARABALLO

TOP ACTIVE STOCKS No. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20

Security Name Ayala Corporation Ayala Land, Inc. SM Prime Holdings, Inc. PLDT Inc. Primex Corporation Globe Telecom, Inc. International Container Terminal Services, Inc. SM Investments Corporation Jollibee Foods Corporation Megaworld Corporation Bank of the Philippine Islands JG Summit Holdings, Inc. Metropolitan Bank & Trust Company BDO Unibank, Inc. Aboitiz Equity Ventures, Inc. 0HWUR 3DFLÂżF ,QYHVWPHQWV &RUSRUDWLRQ Universal Robina Corporation PHINMA Energy Corporation Robinsons Land Corporation Aboitiz Power Corp.

Last Price 905 48 39.35 1,321.00 2.1 2,150.00 136 916.5 287.4 5.54 81 61.55 74.3 134.5 51.8 4.44 156.8 2.12 24.25 36.7

Chg 55 0.1 -0.1 18 0.1 36 0.8 14.5 4.8 0.14 0.2 2.55 -0.2 1.5 2 0.1 -2 0.13 0.3 0.65

%Chg 6.47% 0.21% -0.25% 1.38% 5.00% 1.70% 0.59% 1.61% 1.70% 2.59% 0.25% 4.32% -0.27% 1.13% 4.02% 2.30% -1.26% 6.53% 1.25% 1.80%

Volume Value(P) Ÿ 1,159,100.00 1,035,306,955.00 Ÿ 9,664,900.00 464,437,910.00 ź 11,113,200.00 437,365,340.00 Ÿ 168,020.00 221,799,105.00 Ÿ 104,213,000.00 208,713,900.00 Ÿ 88,375.00 188,025,970.00 Ÿ 1,357,810.00 186,236,991.00 Ÿ 191,180.00 174,400,485.00 Ÿ 533,510.00 153,195,002.00 Ÿ 26,661,800.00 147,011,467.00 Ÿ 1,765,590.00 143,544,096.00 Ÿ 2,352,990.00 142,722,282.00 ź 1,830,800.00 135,906,315.00 Ÿ 998,120.00 133,557,795.00 Ÿ 2,596,000.00 132,890,010.00 Ÿ 28,965,000.00 127,761,320.00 ź 763,050.00 119,413,584.00 Ÿ 42,180,000.00 87,751,210.00 Ÿ 3,221,300.00 78,135,240.00 Ÿ 2,112,200.00 76,773,610.00

*amounts in peso, except for volume, %chg

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INDEX HISTORY Date May 22, 2019 May 21, 2019 May 20, 2019 May 17, 2019 May 16, 2019 May 15, 2019 May 14, 2019 May 10, 2019 May 09, 2019 May 08, 2019 May 07, 2019 May 06, 2019 May 3, 2019 May 2, 2019 Apr 30, 2019 Apr 29, 2019 Apr 26, 2019 Apr 25, 2019 Apr 24, 2019 Apr 23, 2019 Apr 22, 2019 Apr 17, 2019 Apr 16, 2019 Apr 15, 2019 Apr 12, 2019 Apr 11, 2019 Apr 10, 2019 Apr 08, 2019 Apr 05, 2019 Apr 04, 2019

Open 7,731 7,662 7,587 7,482 7,560 7,671 7,718 7,756 7,858 7,903 7,872 7,973 8,004 7,953 7,892 7,861 7,893 7,848 7,799 7,827 7,840 7,833 7,800 7,888 7,971 7,991 7,976 7,879 7,866 7,893

High 7,839 7,741 7,660 7,637 7,586 7,711 7,718 7,842 7,864 7,927 7,922 7,974 8,078 8,041 7,953 7,897 7,900 7,894 7,847 7,835 7,859 7,861 7,860 7,915 7,980 8,000 8,009 7,955 7,887 7,898

Low 7,725 7,640 7,534 7,482 7,475 7,577 7,578 7,719 7,756 7,755 7,861 7,851 7,968 7,947 7,889 7,846 7,840 7,832 7,799 7,770 7,818 7,824 7,799 7,788 7,881 7,956 7,953 7,879 7,866 7,836

Close 7,815 7,722 7,660 7,584 7,475 7,577 7,647 7,742 7,756 7,927 7,911 7,862 7,968 8,002 7,953 7,897 7,868 7,894 7,847 7,819 7,832 7,835 7,826 7,788 7,881 7,956 8,009 7,916 7,873 7,854

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Security Name Alliance Select Foods International, Inc. Basic Energy Corporation Oriental Petroleum And Minerals Corporation “B�

Asian Terminals, Inc. Berjaya Philippines, Inc. PHINMA Energy Corporation Ayala Corporation SBS Philippines Corporation SOCResources, Inc. National Reinsurance Corporation of the Philippines Bright Kindle Resources & Investments Inc. Century Properties Group Inc. Zeus Holdings, Inc. Metro Alliance Holdings & Equities Corp. “Aâ€? &HQWXU\ 3DFLÂżF )RRG ,QF Petroenergy Resources Corporation 'HO 0RQWH 3DFLÂżF /LPLWHG Primex Corporation PHINMA Petroleum and Geothermal, Inc. Anchor Land Holdings, Inc.

Volume Value Last Price 5,155,000.00 3,806,310.00 0.76 32,770,000.00 9,249,750.00 0.29 500,000.00 6,000.00 0.012 28,800.00 595,140.00 21 2,552,000.00 7,059,220.00 2.8 42,180,000.00 87,751,210.00 2.12 1,159,100.00 1,035,306,955.00 905 555,100.00 5,256,994.00 9.62 511,000.00 411,850.00 0.83 3,237,000.00 3,375,550.00 1.06 88,000.00 103,820.00 1.27 69,326,000.00 37,705,510.00 0.55 7,580,000.00 2,146,850.00 0.285 19,000.00 32,260.00 1.73 624,700.00 9,416,884.00 15.38 1,092,000.00 5,179,770.00 4.84 3,000.00 16,996.00 5.73 104,213,000.00 208,713,900.00 2.1 602,000.00 2,435,930.00 4.17 4,600.00 48,688.00 10.98

Chg %Chg 0.08 11.76% 0.025 9.43% 0.001 9.09% 1.5 7.69% 0.2 7.69% 0.13 6.53% 55 6.47% 0.58 6.42% 0.05 6.41% 0.06 6.00% 0.07 5.83% 0.03 5.77% 0.015 5.56% 0.09 5.49% 0.78 5.34% 0.24 5.22% 0.28 5.14% 0.1 5.00% 0.19 4.77% 0.48 4.57%

*amounts in peso except for volume, %chg

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No. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20

Security Name Chemical Industries of the Philippines Oriental Petroleum and Minerals Corporation “A�

Atok-Big Wedge Company, Inc. “A�

Imperial Resources, Inc. Manila Bulletin Publishing Corporation PH Resorts Group Holdings, Inc. Asiabest Group International Inc. Apex Mining Company, Inc. “A�

Pryce Corporation LBC Express Holdings, Inc. Cebu Landmasters, Inc. Cirtek Holdings Philippines Corporation Acesite (Philippines) Hotel Corporation APC Group, Inc. 2Go Group, Inc. Philippine Seven Corporation “Common�

Cemex Holdings Philippines, Inc. Integrated Micro-Electronics, Inc. Top Frontier Investment Holdings, Inc. Anglo Philippine Holdings Corporation

*amounts in peso except for volume, %chg

Volume 1,000.00 9,300,000.00 7,000.00 51,000.00 4,144,000.00 57,000.00 126,500.00 4,395,000.00 177,000.00 5,000.00 3,156,400.00 317,800.00 105,000.00 1,400,000.00 4,100.00 245,200.00 19,643,000.00 2,091,500.00 850.00 186,000.00

Value 106,975.00 102,600.00 79,260.00 89,760.00 2,449,940.00 241,310.00 1,674,076.00 5,052,130.00 840,940.00 74,000.00 15,749,285.00 8,329,520.00 144,170.00 564,300.00 47,820.00 29,862,755.00 49,462,710.00 20,927,795.00 227,164.00 137,070.00

Last Price 106.5 0.011 11.02 1.76 0.56 4.17 13 1.12 4.75 14.8 4.93 26 1.31 0.4 11.5 121.8 2.52 10 267 0.73

Chg -11.6 -0.001 -0.88 -0.13 -0.04 -0.29 -0.82 -0.07 -0.24 -0.6 -0.19 -1 -0.05 -0.015 -0.4 -4.2 -0.08 -0.3 -7.8 -0.02

%Chg -9.82% -8.33% -7.39% -6.88% -6.67% -6.50% -5.93% -5.88% -4.81% -3.90% -3.71% -3.70% -3.68% -3.61% -3.36% -3.33% -3.08% -2.91% -2.84% -2.67%

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Foreign Business

THURSDAY May 23, 2019

˜ The Manila Times

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OECD cuts global growth forecast P ARIS: The OECD on Tuesday (Wednesday in Manila) cut its forecast for the world economy, urging governments to resolve their trade disputes as the latest flare-up in the US-China trade war threatens to crimp global growth.

“Governments must act urgently to reinvigorate growth THAT BENEkTS ALL u THE /RGANISAtion for Economic Co-operation and Development said as it pared back its forecast for global growth to 3.2 percent this year from 3.3 percent earlier. “Resolve trade disputes through increased international

COOPERATION WHILE kXING THE INternational rules-based system,� said the OECD, a Paris-based forum that advises the world’s advanced economy. “Invest in infrastructure, digital transformation and skills to meet tomorrow’s challenges. In the euro area, combine structural WITH kSCAL POLICIES TO STIMULATE

Q MTF FROM B1

New material also require listed companies to adopt and submit to SEC a material RPT policy which shall cover all entities in a group or conglomerate. Such policy shall include the following at the minimum: a) idenTIkCATION OF RELATED PARTIES B COVERAGE OF MATERIAL 204S C ADJUSTED THRESHOLDS D IDENTIkCATION AND PREVENTION or management of potential or actual CONlICTS OF INTEREST WHICH MAY ARISE OUT of or in connection with material real PROPERTY TRANSACTIONS E GUIDELINES IN ENSURING ARM S LENGTH TERMS F APPROVAL OF MATERIAL 204S G SELF ASSESSMENT AND PERIODIC REVIEW OF 204 POLICY H DISCLOSURE REQUIREMENT OF MATERIAL 204S I WHISTLE BLOWING MECHANISMS AND J remedies for abusive material real property transactions.

The rules require that material RPTs be approved by at least two-thirds (2/3) of the entire membership of the board, with at least a majority of the independent directors voting to approve the contract. If such votes are not obtained, the material RPT should be ratified by stockholders representing 2/3 of the company’s outstanding capital stock.

The rules further require PLCs to file with the SEC an Advisement Report within three calendar days from the execution of material RPTs. In

activity.�

The OECD’s updated forecasts did not take directly into acCOUNT THE LATEST lARE UP IN THE long-running trade war between Washington and Beijing, “insofar that there is still a great deal of uncertainty about the length of time (tariffs) will remain in place and the future evolution of the trade relationship between the two countries,� an OECD source told AFP. Nevertheless, the projections did “incorporate� the increased uncertainty generated by the trade tensions, the source said.

As both Washington and Beijing slap trade tariffs on more

addition, PLCs are required to include a summary of all of its RPTs in its Integrated Annual Corporate Governance Report, which is filed on or before May 30 of each year with the SEC. Non-filing or late filing or the incomplete or incorrect signature in the policy will be subject to a basic penalty of P10,000 and monthly penalty of P1,000. The monthly penalty will continue to accrue until the material RPT policy is submitted to the SEC. .ON kLING OR LATE kLING OF ADVISEMENT report will also entail the imposition of penalties which can be a reprimand FOR kRST OFFENSE PENALTY OF 0 FOR second offense and P40,000 for third offense, in addition to daily penalties as high as P400 per day. Filing of incorrect or incomplete advisement report shall also be subject to penalties which can be as high as P20,000 for third offense plus daily penalties of P400 per day. If a 0,# DOES NOT PAY THE ASSESSED kNE AND or failure to comply with the requirement within a period of 15 days after notice and hearing, SEC is empowered to take other appropriate action or remedies available under Section 158 of the Revised Corporation Code of the Philippines.

Further, the commission of fourth offense for the same violation is ground for the suspension or revocation of the erring company’s registration or secondary license, after due notice and hearing.

and more of each other’s goods, President Donald Trump has barred US companies from engaging in telecommunications trade with foreign companies said to threaten American national security.

US internet giant Google, whose Android mobile operating system powers most of the world’s smartphones, then announced that it was beginning to cut ties with China’s Huawei, which Washington considers a national security threat.

OECD secretary general Angel Gurria told a news conference it was imperative that Washington

In addition to the foregoing, an interested director or officer of a corporation shall be disqualified from being a director, trustee or officer of any other corporation for abusive material RPTs. The disqualification, however, shall be imposed only after final judgment is rendered by a court of competent jurisdiction against the interested director or officer and shall be for a period of at least one year, as may be determined by the SEC. The foregoing penalties shall be without prejudice to other penalties which the SEC may impose, or which may be imposed under other laws, such as the Revised Securities Regulations Code.

The passage of the rules is a welcome development as it seeks to protect minority stockholders, as well as other stakeholders of PLCs.

Euney Marie J. Mata-Perez is a CPALawyer and the Managing Partner of Mata-Perez, Tamayo & Francisco (MTF Counsel). She is a corporate, M&A and tax lawyer. She is the President of the Asia-Oceana Tax Consultants’ Association. This article is for general information only and is not a substitute for professional advice where the facts and circumstances warrant.

If you have any question or comment regarding this article, you may email the author at info@mtfcounsel.com or visit MTF website at www.mtfcounsel.com

and Beijing bury their differences. “There is an urgent need that we sit around a multilateral table and that we create the conditions that will allow trade to continue to underpin global growth and global well-being,� he said. “We have a lot of work to do, but if we do it together we will have a much better chance to succeed.�

The organisation’s chief economist Laurence Boone said the “worst scenario possible� was that trade tensions would continue and snowball. “A climate of uncertainty (was)

Q KRITZ FROM B1

Finding current US government. This week Ford announced it would cut 7,000 jobs, the latest move in a series of cost-cutting measures, including eliminating 5,000 jobs in Germany, shutting down its heavy truck business in Brazil, closing two factories in Russia, and ending production at another in France. Rival General Motors has experienced similar woes, closing five North American plants and two overseas.

Not every automaker is having such dire problems, but nearly every one has seen its markets shrink. Here in the Philippines, sales have been reduced since the beginning of last year. This is largely blamed on the increase in fuel and vehicle excise taxes, but the weakness of the industry on a global scale suggests that the causes are more complex, and not likely to be easily resolved.

In this environment, it is more than a little dubious that virtually the only i n d u s t r i a l / m a n u f a c t u r i n g d e ve l o pment program the country has is the Comprehensive Automotive Resurgence Strategy (CARS), a legacy of the rare gift for cluelessness of the former Aquino administration. Building hundreds of thousands of low-cost automobiles was never a good idea in a market that has some of the worst air quality in the world and loses $2 billion a day due to traffic gridlock, and now potential export opportunities are shrinking as well.

Q IMPORTS FROM B1

DA wants livestock in the country increased demand for yellow cor,n pushing prices up. This, PiĂąol said earlier, prompted his department to look for alternatives to animal feeds, which could also provide alternative livelihood sources to Filipino farmers. “The expansion of corn areas, the opening of another 100,000 for sorghum and the importation of 300,000 MT of corn [are] part of the preparation of the DA for the expected dramatic growth of the hog and poultry sector this year,â€? PiĂąol said.

Pork exports The agriculture chief also said the P200billion local hog industry would also ben-

Q GOLD FROM B1

Small gold These purchases, however, declined to 35,000 troy ounces in 2012 after BIR imposed the tax requirement in 2011, according to him. That figure further slid to 14,700 troy ounces in 2017.

As of September last year, the BSP had only purchased 7,600 troy ounces, or an equivalent of 19 gold bars, Angara said.

The reduction, he added, had constrained the central bank from increasing the country’s GIR level, which ended 2018 at P79.193 billion.

The GIR is a measure of a country’s ability to settle import payments and service foreign debt.

‘Excellent, much-needed’ Also on Wednesday, BSP Governor Benjamin Diokno said in a message to report-

detrimental to investment and FOR CONkDENCEu AND COULD ERODE purchasing power, she argued.

While the OECD pared back its global growth forecast for the current year, it predicted a pick-up in activity to 3.4 percent in 2020.

It notched up its forecast for US growth this year by 0.2 percentage point to 2.8 percent, but predicted a slowdown to 2.3 percent next year.

Chinese growth was projected to slow to 6.2 percent this year and 6.0 percent next year.

The outlook for euro area growth was unchanged at 1.2 AFP percent this year.

What the local auto sector and the government needs to understand is that the changes in the industry are still evolving, AND THEY ARE MORE OR LESS PERMANENT circumstances are not going to return to the salad days of two or three years ago, and it is best for all concerned that they do not. Instead, industry stakeholders should approach the challenges of survival and growth realistically: The local market needs to reduce the number of private automobiles already in existence, and needs to replace those that the country’s infrastructure can bear with more environmentally responsible products.

Electric vehicles, gas-electric hybrids, and hydrogen fuel cell technologies are certainly part of the formula, but so are other less obvious considerations – sustainable manufacturing processes, particularly for base materials such as rubber, plastics, and steel, weight- and fuel-saving design, and proper recycling of end-of-life vehicles.

There are opportunities to make the automotive sector thrive, but those will only be realized if the industry and policymakers take a radically different approach. Ending the local automotive industry as we know it by way of retooling it will take a great deal of imagination and effort, may come at great cost, and may result in a much smaller sector than originally envisioned. That, however, is far more preferable than the almost certain alternative of having the local automotive industry end abruptly due to its inability to adapt.

ben.kritz@manilatimes.net EkT FROM THE WOES OF COUNTRIES HIT WITH THE African Swine Fever (ASF), especially China.

Earlier this month, the DA announced a plan to export pork to China, which lost roughly 50 percent of its hog population because of ASF. “With China importing huge volumes of pork as a result of the ASF devastation, pork world market prices have gone up, giving Filipino hog farmers a respite from the inflow of cheaper imported pork,�

PiĂąol said. “In fact, some large hog production groups are now eyeing the export of Philippine pork to China, a move which could create a supply shortage in the local market,â€? he added. “With available local feed materials like corn and sorghum, local hog and poultry raisers could increase their production, while‌reduce production costs.â€?

EIREENE JAIREE GOMEZ ers that RA 11256 was an “excellent and much-needed� measure. “The new tax regime would allow [the] BSP to increase its purchases of domestic gold to further build up the country’s GIR,� he explained.

According to BSP Deputy Governor Diwa Guinigindo, the new law would allow the central bank to continue buying gold with peso instead of tapping the country’s dollar reserves. “If we use dollars to buy gold from the world market, it would simply involve a rebalance of the FX (foreign exchange) reserve composition from dollar to gold,� Guinigundo explained in a separate message.

Lastly, the BSP officials said RA 11256 would prevent the smuggling of Philippine gold through the black market to other countries and allow small-scale miners and traders to sell gold at international market prices.

CATHERINE S. VALENTE AND MAYVELIN U. CARABALLO

˜ The Manila Times

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DA pushes accurate info on biotech crops THE Department of Agriculture (DA) is preparing its regional offices to disseminate accurate information on biotech crops, so that negative perceptions against their promotion could be addressed.

Agriculture workers from the regional field offices (RFO) of the DA in Cagayan Valley and Central Luzon participated in a two-day workshop on biotech crops in San Fernando, Pampanga and Ilagan City, Isabela, respectively. The participants were briefed about the DA Biotech Program, biotech principles and applications, regulatory system, and locally developed biotechnology products such as Bt Talong (Bacillus thuringiensis) and Golden Rice.

Crispulo Bautista Jr., officer in charge and regional executive director of DA-Central Luzon, said it was imperative for agriculture workers to have accurate and useful information on biotechnology to ensure that the public receives factual and truthful information about biotechnology. “I requested this biotech briefing for Region 3 from [former] director Mamaril so that our staff can learn about these technologies. Rest assured that the DA-RFO 3 (Central Luzon) will cascade the right information about biotechnology,� he said.

Safety, efficiency, effectiveness, market price and regulations of genetically modified organism crops and other bio-

tech-related products were discussed.

Biotech products have to undergo rigorous and evidence-based assessments provided by the current regulatory system to be considered safe and effective, the resource speakers, including Segfredo Serrano, emphasized.

Serrano, the retired DA undersecretary for policy, planning, project development and research, also urged participants to engage and empower farmers to make evidence-based decisions on the use of biotech products in improving their livelihood. “[Our regulatory system ensures] that only biotechnology initiatives that can benefit our people, demonstrate environmental integrity and respect farming practices will be approved. Our farmers [need] to have appreciation of science, so that they won’t have a culture of fear,� he said.

The DA-Biotechnology Program Office (DA-BPO), the Philippine Rice Research Institute and the International Rice Research Institute led the initiative.

DA-BPO plans to continue coordinating with the other regional offices of the Agriculture department to conduct more biotech seminars and training to bridge the information gap among agriculture workers. CONRAD M. CARIĂ‘O

AgriBusiness Isabela farmers trained

by SM Foundation T THURSDAY May 23, 2019

EDITOR: Conrad M. CariĂąo

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BY LEANDER C. DOMINGO

O provide a sustainable livelihood program for the marginalized, SM Foundation has trained under its Kabalikat sa Kabuhayan Farmers Training Program a total of 121 farmers in Isabela PROVINCE WHO RECEIVED THEIR CERTIkCATES AT A graduation ceremony on Wednesday at the Q FARMER-graduates of SM Foundation’s Kabalikat sa Kabuhayan Farmer’s Training Program at the demo farm in Sitio Manalpaac, Barangay SM Mall in Cauayan City.

San Pablo in Cauayan City, Isabela, showing the fruits of their labor. +RYSTAL 'AYLE !GBULIG 3- Cauayan public relations manager, said under the training course, which commenced in February, the farmers underwent weekly sessions that included classroom BRIEkNGS ON TECHNOLOGY AND ACTUAL kELD APPLICATION She said the group was the third BATCH OF THE PROGRAM S BENEkCIAries in Isabela, and the 196th batch OF FARMER BENEkCIARIES NATIONWIDE since it started in 2007. “The beneficiaries have also

undergone training on seed culture and propagation, irrigation, fertilizer application, pruning and safe farming,� Agbulig said, adding that through the training program, more and more farmers were being equipped with modern agriculture technology.

The project is in partnership with Harbest Agribusiness Corp., Department of Social Welfare and Development, Department of Agriculture and the Cauayan City local government.

CONTRIBUTED PHOTO g4HE 3- &OUNDATION UPHOLDS the principle of ‘People Helping People,’ and it is committed to giving back to the community by supporting and empowering host communities through education, healthcare, disaster response, livelihood training, environmental programs and care for persons with special needs,� Agbulig said.

-EANWHILE A HARVEST FESTIVAL ON Tuesday was also conducted at the DEMO FARM OF THE 3- &OUNDATION

PROJECT IN 3ITIO -ANALPAAC "ARANgay San Pablo in Cauayan City, where the fruits planted during the training program were harvested. “The farmers also had the chance to sell their products, some of the fresh harvest of the farmers were prepared for the cooking contest. Participants and guests got the chance to savor these fresh harvests and deliciously cooked dishes during the boodle-fight lunch,� Agbulig said.

Carabao center steps up training in Mindanao THE Philippine Carabao Center (PCC) has concluded a three-week training for 27 dairy farmers in Sto. NiĂąo, South Cotabato, equipping them with up-to-date knowledge on carabao farming and dairying.

PCC chief Eric Palacpac said the training for the 27 farmers was part of the agency’s Farmer Livestock School on Dairy Buffalo Production (FLS-DBP), in coordination with the Sto. NiĂąo local government. The 5NIVERSITY OF 3OUTHERN -INDANAO also provided assistance to the project by helping farmers acquire carabaos. “What makes the Farmer Livestock School on Dairy Buffalo Production stand out from other trainings is that it doesn’t force participants to adopt a certain technology or way, but it offers technology options that farmers can use based on their needs and situation,â€? he added. “The PCC at University of 3OUTHERN -INDANAO 0## 53- is committed to engage in different means of obtaining carabaos that can be loaned out to qualified FARMERS u 0## 53- $IRECTOR Benjamin John Basilio said.

For more than 30 weeks, aside from being equipped with agricul-

ture know-hows, the farmer-graduates also experienced application of their learning. Some of the topics in the FLS-DBP courses focused on dairy carabao-raising, feeding and health management, milk and meat processing, and waste management.

Palacpac said the farmers PCC have trained would have a sure market for their products since there was a huge demand to supply for the national feeding program as mandated by Republic Act OR THE g-ASUSTANSIYANG 0AGkain para sa Batang Pilipino Act.�

As of this month, a total of 116 farmers from four target sites, including Sto. NiĂąo, South Cotabato, successfully completed the learning modality. In Don Carlos, Bukidnon, 20 farmers graduated on April 11.

The PCC partnered with the Central -INDANAO 5NIVERSITY AND $ON #ARlos local government for the training of the 20 farmers.

Also, a total of 44 members of Polanco Carabao Breeders and 2AISERS !SSOCIATION kNISHED &,3 DBP in Polanco, Zamboanga del Norte, while another 25 members of the Ipil Carabao Farmers Association graduated in Ipil, Zamboanga Sibugay. CONRAD M. CARIĂ‘O

MODERN COMPOSTING FACILITY

Benguet State University (BSU) and the Bureau of Agricultural Research launched in April the Bio-organic Waste Conversion Facility on La Trinidad, Benguet. The facility was established as part of BSU’s initiatives to also improve the organic farming practices in the Cordillera region. Inset shows Cheryl Marie Natividad Caballero, chief executive officer of Optiserve Technologies Inc., discussing the features of the facility. Optiserve was the technical consultant for the project. CONTRIBUTED PHOTO

GMO crops gaining ground D

ESPITE the campaigns against Bt (Bacillus thuringiensis) crops, hundreds of millions of farmers, including smallholders, have placed their trust on such CROPS REAPING NUMEROUS BENEkTS like not having to rely largely on chemicals to control pests.

Those who have campaigned against Bt crops contend that proteins from the soil bacterium Bacillus thuringiensis could cause harm to human health and the environment, among others.

But so far, there has been no solid evidence of crops engineered with Bt harming human health and the environment.

On the contrary, using Bt crops PROVIDED POSITIVE BENEkTS AS REduced use of chemical pesticides IS DEkNITELY GOOD FOR OUR HEALTH and the environment.

And we should not fear Bt because it is a natural or organic substance used since the 1950s as a natural insect control agent. You can even find natural pesticide products for sale in the internet that has Bt as the active ingredient.

sequences� by Justin Cramer published in allianceforscience.cornell. edu, concludes that “in the 20-plus years that Bt crops have been grown on more than one billion acres — some 247 million acres in 2017 alone — there have been ‘no unintended adverse effects’ to non-targeted species.� “When Bt crops replace synthetic chemical insecticides for target pest control, this creates an environment supportive of the conservation of natural enemies,� the article added.

It further said that using Bt crops and reducing pesticide use have a “halo� effect “that also BENEkTS FARMERS WHO DO NOT USE THE MODIkED CROPS u That is good news to those who have opened their minds to using biotech crops or genetically MODIkED ORGANISM '-/ CROPS The study came to the conclusion that Bt-transgenic crops HAVE SHOWN EFkCACY IN CONTROLLING targeted pests such as stemborers for maize, bollworms for cotton, and shoot borers for eggplant.

So, what is the fuss over Bt crops?

Latest ISAAA findings

The article “One billion acres of Bt crops, zero ‘unintended’ con-

The website of the International Service for the Acquisition of Agri-biotech Applications

WAYS OF THE OASIS DR. WILLIAM DAR

(ISAAA) posted in June 2018 the BRIEFER g'LOBAL 3TATUS OF #OMMERCIALIZED "IOTECH '- #ROPS 2017� stating there were two studies showing the environmental AND SOCIAL BENEkTS OF ADOPTING BIOTECH '-/ CROPS 4HE STUDIES WERE 0' %CONOMICS g'- #ROPS 'LOBAL 3Ocio-Economic and Environmental Impacts 1996-2016,� and ISAAA’s g'LOBAL 3TATUS OF #OMMERCIALIZED "IOTECH '- #ROPS u which complement each other. #OMMENTING ON THE kNDINGS OF the two studies, ISAAA Chairman OF THE "OARD 0AUL 4EN SAID g"IOtech crops offer enormous benekTS TO THE ENVIRONMENT HEALTH OF humans and animals, and contributions to the improvement of socioeconomic conditions of farmers and the public.� “The recent production of next generation biotech crops –— including apples and potatoes that are not likely to spoil or become damaged, anthocyanin-enriched super sweet pineapple, increased

ear biomass and high amylose content maize, and soybeans with MODIkED OIL CONTENT COMBINED with the commercialization approval for an insect resistant sugarcane — provides more diverse offerings to consumers and food producers,� he added.

The way forward 7HILE '-/ BIOTECH CROPS HAVE proven their worth also in increasing yields, they should be treated as one of the technology options that smallholder farmers and agribusiness enterprises can adopt. This means we still cannot TREAT '-/ BIOTECHNOLOGY CROPS AS THE g(OLY 'RAILu FOR AGRICULTURE And with the Fourth Industrial 2EVOLUTION STARTING TO INlUENCE agriculture, the technology opTIONS FOR FARMING AND kSHERIES ARE NOW NUMEROUS LIKE ARTIkCIAL INTELligence, drones, geomapping and data analytics, among others. And let us not forget that traditional systems to modernize agriculture like mechanization also need to be adopted by agriculture smallholders in developing countries to ramp up their production and IMPROVE PROkTABILITY I always emphasize improvement of profitability because

farming and fisheries should always be approached with the agribusiness/agripreneurship mindset.

However, in developing countries where farming remains backWARDS UTILIZING '-/ BIOTECH crops should be at the top of the list of smallholders and even the marginalized.

The ISAAA briefer also showed more developing countries adoptING '-/ BIOTECH CROPS INCLUDing India, Pakistan, Brazil, BoLIVIA 3UDAN -EXICO #OLOMBIA

Vietnam, Honduras, Bangladesh and the Philippines.

Smallholder farmers in Bangladesh have been planting Bt eggplant with great success. But its adoption in the Philippines has been delayed by many factors, even IF THAT '-/ VARIETY WAS DEVELOPED by the Institute of Plant Breeding-University of the Philippines Los BaĂąos (IPB-UPLB). Localized tests by IPB-UPLB on Bt eggplant has shown it substantially reduces insecticide use compared to using THE NON '-/ VARIETIES When it comes to corn, Bt varieties have already been adopted by more and more Filipino farmers of the crop.

4HE ARTICLE g'-/ CORN IS TRANSforming farmers’ lives in Philip-

pines� by Nkechi Isaac that was posted in January this year also in allianceforscience.cornell.edu, stated that about 400,000 hectARES OF LANDS HAVE ADOPTED '-/ corn from its effectiveness to deal with the dreaded corn borer.

Next in the pipeline for the 0HILIPPINES IS 'OLDEN 2ICE THAT would help address beta carotene DEkCIENCY 4HE 0HILIPPINE 2ICE Research Institute is leading the INITIATIVE FOR 'OLDEN 2ICE IN COLlaboration with the International Rice Research Institute.

Clearly, the Philippines has already demonstrated its capaBILITIES TO DEVELOP '-/ BIOTECH crops, which dispels the notion that big agribusiness companies are using such crops to dominate the market for farm inputs.

-ORE FUNDING TO SUPPORT RESEARCH FOR DEVELOPMENT OF '-/ biotech crops in the Philippines can also make the country the center for such crops, at least in Southeast Asia.

But let me state again, that '-/ BIOTECH CROPS SHOULD NOT BE TREATED AS THE (OLY 'RAIL FOR increasing food supply amid dwindling water and soil resources. Another good measure is urban farming that I would discuss next week.

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AKARTA: Indonesia’s capital Jakarta erupted in violence on Wednesday as POLICE IN RIOT GEAR kRED WATER CANNONS and tear gas at protestors opposed to President Joko Widodo’s re-election, WITH PARTS OF THE SPRAWLING CITY LITTERED WITH DEBRIS AND BURNED OUT CARS

The city’s governor Anies Baswedan was quoted by local media as saying six people had been killed with more than 200 injured.

Police said they were probing reports of deaths, but denied that ANY LIVE ROUNDS HAD BEEN kRED ON the crowd. Dozens were arrested.

Early Wednesday, some protesters had set market stalls and cars ON kRE WHILE HURLING kREWORKS and rocks at authorities who had ordered them to disperse, said an AFP reporter on the scene.

The spasm of violence triggered fresh security advisories from the US and Australian embassies.

Later roads were blocked off in parts of the sprawling city, with some shopping malls, businesses and schools also closed.

More than 30,000 troops had been deployed in anticipation of UNREST WHEN THE OFkCIAL POLL kG-

ures were announced.

National police spokesman Muhammad Iqbal said 69 people had been arrested at the protests.

Authorities were also probing reports several demonstrators had died, including at least one reportedly killed by a bullet, he said.

But Iqbal said police had not kRED LIVE ROUNDS AND PORTRAYED the violence as a planned act by “provocateurs�. “The incident that happened this morning is not spontaneous, it was by design,� he told reporters in Jakarta. )QBAL WOULD NOT CONkRM HOW many were injured or if anyone had died.

The violence came after Indonesia’s election commission on 4UESDAY CONkRMED 7IDODO

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Protesters run for cover during a clash with police in Jakarta.

Indonesia reported at least six dead in violent clashes that broke a day after the announcement of President Joko Widodo’s reelection. AFP PHOTO

had beaten retired military general Prabowo Subianto for the presiDENCY IN A POLL HELD ON !PRIL Subianto has said he would challenge the results in court, and warned that his claims of widespread cheating could spark street protests.

In related development, Wido-

do said Wednesday that authorities have the volatile situation in the capital Jakarta under control after six people died in riots by supporters of his rival in last month’s presidential election.

The reelected president said he

NKorea calls Biden ‘fool of low IQ, imbecile’ SEOUL, South Korea: North Korea has labeled Joe Biden a “fool of low IQ� and an “imbecile bereft of elementary quality as a human being� after the US presidential hopeful called North Korean leader Kim Jong Un a tyrant during a recent speech.

Pyongyang’s official Korean Central News Agency (KCNA) on Wednesday said the former American vice president had insulted the country’s supreme leadership and committed an “intolerable and serious politically motivated provocation� against the North.

Biden during a campaign launch in Philadelphia on Saturday, accused President Donald Trump of cozying up to “dictators and tyrants� like Kim and Russian President Vladimir Putin. “What he uttered is just sophism of an imbecile bereft of elementary quality as a human being, let alone a politician,� KCNA said.

The piece, labeled a commentary, said Biden had “gone reckless and senseless, seized by ambition for power.� It went on to mention apparent Biden

gaffes, such as once appearing to fall asleep during a speech by President Barack Obama. “It is by no means accidental that here is nonstop comment over his bid for candidacy that he is not worth pinning hope on, backed by the jeer that he is a fool of low IQ,�

KCNA said.

It mocked Biden’s belief that he was “the most popular presidential candidate.� ‘’This is enough to make a cat laugh,� the report said.

There was no immediate reaction from the Biden camp,

possibly due to the late hour in the United States.

North Korea has often unleashed crude insults against US and South Korean politicians to criticize what it sees as slanderous remarks toward its leadership or hostile diplomatic and military policies against Pyongyang. The insults have included racist and sexist diatribes, including when the North called Obama “a monkey� and former South Korean President 0ARK 'EUN HYE THE COUNTRY S kRST female leader, a prostitute.

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FLY AWAY

A crested ibis, which was bred in a restoration center, flies as the bird is released into the wild of Upo wetland in Changnyeong, 350 kilometres southeast of Seoul, South Korea. AFP PHOTO

wouuld not tolerate anarchy and would use the full force of the law to quell the protests.

The clashes began Tuesday night when supporters of former general Prabowo Subianto tried to force their way into the downtown OFkCES OF THE ELECTION SUPERVISORY

agency and have continued unabated since then. More than two dozen vehicles were burned as rioters took over neighborhoods in central Jakarta, throwing rocks and Molotov cocktails at police who responded with tear gas, water cannon and rubber bullets. AFP/AP

Modi opponent says Indian exit polls result ‘fake’ NEW Delhi: Rahul Gandhi, the main opponent of Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi, on Wednesday dismissed “fake�

Indian exit polls predicting a clear election victory for his opponent a day before the scheduled release of results.

A slew of exit polls released after the world’s largest election ended on Sunday projected that Modi and his allies would return to power with between AND SEATS OUT OF in parliament. “My dear Congress party WORKERS 4HE NEXT HOURS ARE important. Stay alert and vigilant. Don’t be afraid. You are fighting for the truth,� Gandhi, head of the Congress party, said on Twitter. “Don’t get disappointed by the propaganda of fake exit polls. Keep faith in yourself and the Congress party. Your hard work won’t go to waste. Jai Hind

(Bow to the motherland),� he wrote.

Modi’s Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) welcomed the exit polls and Indian stock markets rose strongly on Monday, but exit polls in India are notoriously unreliable. )N EXIT POLLS PREDICTED that Prime Minister Atal Vajpayee’s BJP-led government would be re elected, but results showed the opposite, bringing a Congress-led alliance to power under Manmohan Singh. )N THE LAST ELECTION IN

the BJP won 282 seats, the first time a party had won a majority on its own in 30 years. It then cobbled together an alliance WITH A COMMANDING SEATS Counting of the roughly 600 million votes cast was due to begin at 8 a.m. on Thursday. If there is a clear trend this should be evident by around midday.

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Germany grants refugee status to 2 HK activists

China’s pig disease hikes global pork prices BEIJING: Hong Kong retiree Lee Wai-man loves pork fresh from the market, but eats a lot less now that the price has jumped as China struggles with a deadly swine disease that has sent shockwaves through global meat markets.

China produces and consumes two-thirds of the world’s pork, but output is plunging as Beijing destroys herds and blocks shipments to stop African swine fever. Importers ARE kLLING THE GAP BY BUYING PORK AS far away as Europe, boosting prices

BY UP TO PERCENT AND CAUSING shortages in other markets. “I’m a fresh-pork lover, but it’s TOO EXPENSIVE u ,EE

SAID AS SHE shopped at a Hong Kong market.

African swine fever doesn’t harm humans but is fatal and spreads quickly among pigs. It was first reported in August in China’s northeast. Since then, 1 million pigs have died and the disease has spread to 31 OF #HINA S PROVINCES ACCORDING to the United Nations Food and Agriculture Organization.

The outbreak’s scale is unprecedented, said Dirk Pfeiffer, a veterinary epidemiologist at the City University of Hong Kong. “This is probably the most complex animal disease we have ever had to deal with,� Pfeiffer said.

China’s shortfall is likely to be so severe it will match Europe’s annual pork output and exceed US production by 30 percent, industry researchers say. “Everyone wants to import as much pork as possible,� said

industry analyst Angela Zhang of IQC Insights. She said the trend was likely to accelerate as Chinese production falls.

That’s a boost for farmers in Germany, Spain and other countries with healthy pigs but hard on families in Southeast Asia and other poor markets that rely on pork for protein.

This year’s Chinese pork outPUT MIGHT FALL BY UP TO PERcent, according to Rabobank, a Dutch bank.

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Iraq to send delegations to US to ease tension BAGHDAD: Iraq is planning to send urgent delegations to the United States and Iran, its prime minister said, as Baghdad seeks to rein in soaring tensions between its top allies.

Baghdad “will very soon send delegations to Tehran and Washington to push for calm�, Adel Abdel Mahdi told journalists in the Iraqi capital.

The United States and Iran have

exchanged bellicose rhetoric in recent weeks, with the US deployING A NAVAL STRIKE GROUP AND " bombers to the Gulf over unspecIkED )RANIAN gTHREATSu The bitter standoff has raised fears of the consequences for Iraq, which has sought to balance its ties between the bitter enemies.

On Sunday, a Katyusha rocket was

fired into Baghdad’s Green Zone housing government offices and embassies including the US mission, days after Washington evacuated staff from Iraq, citing Iranian threats.

Abdel Mahdi stressed the need to “avoid giving other parties the SPACE TO INlAME THE SITUATIONu “We will not allow Iraq to be a war zone or a launchpad for a war

against any state,� he said.

Calming the situation would “serve both the interests of Iraq and its people and those of the region in general,� he added.

The premier said Iraq “does not have the option of distancing itself� from US-Iranian tensions, and said Baghdad was working with European and Arab states to calm the situation.

AFP

HONG Kong: Two former Hong Kong independence activists have been granted refugee status in Germany in what is one of the kRST CASES OF DISSENTERS FROM THE semi-autonomous Chinese city receiving such protection.

The move highlights growing fears that freedoms in Hong Kong are quickly deteriorating as an assertive Beijing flexes its muscles and stamps down on dissent.

Ray Wong and Alan Li — who took part in 2016 protests dubbed the “Fishball Revolution� which saw the city’s worst violence for decades — were due to stand trial on riot charges but fled Hong Kong in November

City authorities issued arrest warrants for the pair, but the HIGH PROkLE TRIAL WENT ON WITHout them and eventually saw Hong Kong’s best-known independence activist Edward Leung jailed for six years in 2018.

Wong said he and Li escaped to Germany. The pair’s whereabouts had not previously been CONkRMED AND 7ONG TOLD !&0 not even his family knew where he was until last May when his refugee status was approved.

He said he didn’t dare contact them fearing authorities would monitor their communication.

Wong said he had decided to

break his silence as Hong Kong pushes a highly controversial bill through the city’s legislature which would allow extraditions to the Chinese mainland. “The most important thing is to continue speaking out, and tell everyone Hong Kong people would not accept this law, that Hong Kong people would not accept this kind of ruling from China,� Wong said over the phone.

The plan has sparked huge protests and mounting alarm within the city’s business and legal communities — as well as foreign governments — who fear it would hammer the semi-auTONOMOUS kNANCIAL HUB S INTERnational appeal and tangle people up in China’s court system.

7ONG

WHO WAS A PROMInent pro-independence activist alongside Edward Leung, is now living in the German town of GĂśttingen.

Wong and Li’s refugee status allows them to live, work and attend school in Germany for an initial period of three years, which can be extended.

Wong said he was planning to study philosophy and politics if he passes German language requirements.

German authorities did not immediately respond to a request for comment.

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Impeach calls swell; oral arguments set for Trump’s bank records WASHINGTON, D.C.: More Democrats are calling — and more loudly — for impeachment proceedings against US President Donald Trump after HIS LATEST DEkANCE OF #ONGRESS BY blocking his former White House lawyer from testifying. ! GROWING NUMBER OF RANK AND kLE House Democrats, incensed by former counsel Don McGahn’s empty chair in the Judiciary Committee hearing room on Tuesday (Wednesday in Manila), are confronting House Speaker Nancy Pelosi and pushing her and other leaders to act. Their impatience is running up against the speaker’s preference for a more methodical approach, including already-unfolding court battles.

Pelosi summoned some of them — still a small fraction of

the House Democratic caucus — to a meeting of investigators on Wednesday (Thursday in Manila) to assess strategy.

Some other Democratic leaders, while backing Pelosi, signaled that a march to impeachment might, at some point, become inevitable. “We are confronting what might be the largest, broadest cover-up in American history,� Majority Leader Steny Hoyer told reporters. If a House inquiry “leads to other avenues including impeachment,� the Maryland Democrat said, “so be it.�

Representatives Joaquin Castro of Texas and Diana DeGette of Colorado added their voices to the impeachment inquiry chorus. “There is political risk in doing so, but there’s a greater risk to our

Car bomb kills 2, wounds 12 in Somalia’s capital MOGADISHU: A car bomb exploded near a checkpoint in Somalian capital Mogadishu on Wednesday, killing at least two people and wounding 12 others, officials said.

The bombing was claimed by Islamist militant group Al-Shabaab, which said in a statement that it had targeted a convoy escorting OFkCIALS AND LAWMAKERS HEADING to the presidential palace. “A car bomb blast struck at a checkpoint near Daljirka, there are some casualties including members of the security forces,� said security official Abdukadir Ahmed after the attack in the south of the city.

Abdikadir Abdirahman, director of Aamin ambulance service told AFP two people were killed and twelve others wounded in the blast.

Other witnesses said they had seen three killed.

“I saw the bodies of three people among them a military woman,� said witness Mohamed Saney. “Several vehicles were destroyed in the blast and ambulances rushed to the scene to collect wounded people.�

Shabaab fighters have been kGHTING FOR MORE THAN A DECADE to topple the government. They lED POSITIONS THEY ONCE HELD IN Mogadishu in 2011, and have since lost many of their strongholds.

But they retain control of large rural swathes of the country, and continue to wage a guerrilla war against the authorities.

Somalia is currently in civil war for the past decade. The civil war is waged by rebels who demand of autonomy from the national government.

The country lies in the so-called Horn of Africa, a war-torn territory composed mostly of former French colonies.

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Worldinbriefs NOTED AUTHOR ACTIVIST WAINANA DIES AT 48 NAIROBI, Kenya: A colleague and friend of Kenyan author Binyavanga Wainaina says he had died at the age of 48. Tom Maliti, the chairman of the Kwani Trust which Wainaina founded, says the author died Tuesday night in Nairobi after an illness. Wainaina was one of Africa’s best-known authors and will be remembered as a key figure in the artistic community. He won the 2002 Caine Prize for African Writing.

AP

IRAQI GANG MEMBER’S GERMAN HOME RAIDED BERLIN: Police in western Germany are raiding premises linked to an Iraqi gang suspected of involvement in human trafficking, drug dealing, illegal arms trade and forging identity papers. Essen police said hundreds of police officers were involved in the raids that began early Wednesday in 11 cities in the western state of North Rhine-Westphalia, with a focus on Cologne and the Ruhr Valley region. Police spokesman Sylvia Czapiewski said German police were still targeting the homes of 34 other suspects.

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CAMBODIA NABS AMERICAN FOR MOLESTATION SIEM Reap provincial police arrested a US man on Monday in connection with molesting four underaged girls in Siem Reap City. Brig. Gen. Doung Thavary, deputy Siem Reap provincial police chief, on Wednesday said Cline Rugh James was arrested on Monday after provincial anti-human trafficking and juvenile protection bureau received a complaint from mothers of two girls who were sexually abused. “Now police found the four sexually abused girls and all of them are aged under 15,� Thavary said.

KHMER TIMES

US INTERCEPTS 6 RUSSIAN JETS IN ALASKA WASHINGTON, D.C.: US fighters intercepted six Russian military aircraft in international airspace west of Alaska, and shadowed them until they exited the area, the North American Air Defense Command said Tuesday (Wednesday in Manila). The Russian aircraft included two Tu-95 strategic bombers, which were intercepted Monday by two F-22 fighters, the command said.

A second group of two Tu-95 bombers and two Su-35 fighters were also intercepted by a pair of F-22 fighters, it said.

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country in doing nothing,� Castro SAID ON 4WITTER g4HIS IS A kGHT FOR our democracy.�

Tweeted DeGette: “The facts laid out in the Mueller report, coupled with this administration’s ongoing attempts to stonewall Congress, leave us no other choice.�

One Republican congressman, Justin Amash of Michigan, has called for impeachment proceedings. He said Tuesday he thinks other Republican lawmakers should join him — but only after reading special counsel Robert Mueller’s report carefully.

Republican House leader Kevin McCarthy dismissed Amash as out of step with House Republicans and “out of step with America.�

And Sen. Lindsey Graham of South Carolina said wryly of Amash’s po-

sition, “I don’t think it’s going to be a trend-setting move.�

As Democrats weigh their options, Trump is almost taunting them by testing the bounds of executive power in ways few other administrations have. The White House contends that even former employees like McGahn do not have to abide by subpoenas from Congress.

A short time later, House Judiciary Chairman Jerrold Nadler issued subpoenas for more Trump ADMINISTRATION OFkCIALS ‡ FORMER White House communications director Hope Hicks and Annie Donaldson, a former aide in the 7HITE (OUSE COUNSEL S OFkCE ‡ for documents and testimony.

Meanwhile, a judge is poised to hear oral arguments on Wednes-

day over Trump’s effort to block congressional subpoenas seeking kNANCIAL RECORDS FROM TWO BANKS The hearing occurs after congressional Democrats sought the information from Deutsche Bank and Capital One. Deutsche Bank is the largest European bank. However, the bank is losing for several years now, prompting 10 analysts to recommend selling the bank.

The sale proposal suggests the analysts are bearish about the bank.

Observers said even the Fed should be thinking about Deutsche Bank.

Trump, his family and his company contend in a Manhattan federal court lawsuit that the subpoenas are unlawful and unenforceable.

Lawyers for the congressional

British MPs reject May’s 4th Brexit deal L

/.$/. "RITISH 0RIME -INISTER 4HERESA -AY S kNAL BID TO SALVAGE HER %UROPEAN 5NION %5 DIVORCE DEAL APPEARED DOOMED AS PRO "REXIT #ONSERVATIVES AND THE OPPOSITION ,ABOR 0ARTY REJECTED HER ATTEMPTS AT COMPROMISE May is likely to face an intense session at Prime Minister’s Questions in parliament Wednesday, a day before Britain votes in EU elections it had not expected to take part in three years after the Brexit referendum.

The embattled leader on Tuesday promised to give lawmakers a vote on holding a second Brexit referendum and dangled a package of sweeteners she hoped could resolve the Brexit crisis.

Member of Parliament (MPs) have already rejected her Brexit deal three times.

May has already said she will LEAVE OFkCE SHORTLY AFTER THE MEAsures she outlined are put up for a vote early next month — no matter the outcome.

In her televised address Tuesday, she promised to give lawmakers a chance to set a confirmatory referendum on whatever version

of Brexit they end up approving in the weeks or months to come. “I recognize the genuine and sincere strength of feeling across the house on this important issue,�

May said.

The measure is a key demand of the main opposition Labor Party but is bitterly opposed by Brexit-supporting Conservatives whose votes May also needs if she is to get her deal passed.

May’s offer comes as Britain votes in EU elections Thursday, with the two main parties trailing behind the Brexit Party and the pro-EU Liberal Democrats, according to a YouGov poll. “This is now about far more

than leaving the European Union.

This is about a bigger, more fundamental question of democracy,�

Brexit Party leader Nigel Farage told crowds of cheering supporters AT A kNAL RALLY 4UESDAY “If we win big on Thursday, we will kill off any prospect of parliament forcing a second referendum upon us because they know they would lose!�

On Wednesday, Farage will debate head-to-head with Liberal Democrat leader Vince Cable. “A vote for the Liberal Democrats is a vote for an international, outward-looking Britain. A vote for the Liberal Democrats is a vote to stop Brexit,� Cable told a party gathering.

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SAfrica’s parliament set to elect president CAPE Town: South African lawmakers were set to re elect Cyril Ramaphosa as the nation’s president on Wednesday, two weeks after the African National Congress (ANC) returned to power in legislative elections.

Members of Parliaments from the African National Congress, WHICH WON OUT OF SEATS on May 8, will choose the head OF STATE IN THE PARLIAMENT S kRST post-election sitting.

The ANC won the ballot with PERCENT OF THE VOTE ITS THINNEST majority since the end of apartheid.

Lawmakers were sworn in before the maiden session starting at 2 p.m. (12:00 GMT).

The next president will be sworn in on Saturday and will name a deputy president and cabinet at the weekend.

Under South Africa’s 1996 constitution, electors vote for a party, and the party selects individuals who go to the National Assembly, which then chooses the head of state.

Ramaphosa, 66, is a trade unionist who played a prominent part in the struggle against white minority rule before becoming a successful business after the end of apartheid.

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PRESIDENT AGAIN

South African President Cyril Ramaphosa arrives for the swearing in ceremony of newly elected Members of Parliament for the 27th South African Parliament in Cape Town, South Africa. The National Assembly is set to reelect Cyril Ramaphosa as the state president following the ANC’s victory in parliamentary election. AFP PHOTO year term since taking over last year from Jacob Zuma, who was forced out over a series of corruption scandals.

2AMAPHOSA S kRST TEST AS HE STARTS his new term will be his choice of a cabinet — a task beset by rival factions within the ANC. Prospects of a major reshuffle

were heightened hours before RaMAPHOSA S EXPECTED RETURN TO OFkCE

when Deputy President David Mabuza announced he would defer taking his oath as a lawmaker.

In a report, the ANC’s integrity commission alleged Mabuza — the party’s No. 2 — “prejudiced the

NKOREA ENVOY HITS US SHIP SEIZURE THE permanent representative of the Democratic People’s Republic of Korea (DPRK) to the United Nations (UN) on Tuesday denounced the US seizure of a cargo ship of his country. On May 9, the United States “committed an unlawful and outrageous act� of dispossessing DPRK’s cargo ship Wise Honest by forcibly taking it to American Samoa under the pretext of unilateral sanctions and violation of US domestic law, Kim Song told reporters at the UN headquarters in New York. The cargo ship was detained in Indonesian waters in April 2018.Its seizure was announced by the US Justice Department on May 9, 2019 for allegedly violating US and UN sanctions.

GLOBAL TIMES

WIDOW SUES BOEING FOR $276M A FRENCH widow has filed a lawsuit against US aircraft manufacturer Boeing for $276 million in damages over the crash of an Ethiopian Airlines 737 Max 8 in March, which killed all 157 people on board, including her husband. Frenchwoman Nadege Dubois Seex, whose husband Jonathan Seex died in the accident, filed the suit against Boeing in Chicago, where the company is headquartered. “It is a tragedy which, by definition, could have been avoided, because it had already happened five months before. How could they stay deaf to this warning?�

Dubois Seex told reporters in Paris.

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Democrats responded by saying a ruling in Trump’s favor would undermine the constitutional separation of powers and impede congressional probes.

Deutsche Bank has lent Trump’s real estate company millions of dollars over the years.

Prior to the hearing before Judge Edgardo Ramos, Trump’s lawyers say the judge should temporarily block Congress from obtaining the records.

The hearing falls two days after a federal judge in Washington ruled against Trump, finding that the President cannot block a House subpoena for information from a kNANCIAL SERVICES kRM THAT HAD DONE accounting work for him and the Trump Organization.

AP

PROTEST ON POLLS

Protesters wave Spanish and European Union flags and hold balloons bearing a heart-shaped collage of the Spanish, Catalan Senyera and European Union flags during a pro-unity demonstration in Barcelona. The protest is in line with the start of the three-day election of the European Union parliament. A total of 751 seats of the 28-member EU are needed to be filled up in the election. AFP PHOTO

integrity of the ANC and brought the organisation into disrepute�.

His name has repeatedly come up in media reports for corruption and political killings, when he was premier of the eastern Mpumalanga province before becoming vice president last year.

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Business Partners ηϭϬ ZĞƐƚŚĂǀĞŶ ^ƚ͘ ^ĂŶ &ƌĂŶĐŝƐĐŽ ĚĞů DŽŶƚĞ͕ ĂƌĂŶŐĂLJ ƵŶŐĂĚ YƵĞnjŽŶ ŝƚLJ WŚŝůŝƉƉŝŶĞƐ ϭϭϬϱ dĞů EŽ͗ нϲϯϮ͘ϯϳϭ͘ϭϭϭϭ &Ădž EŽ͗ нϲϯϮ͘ϯϳϭ͘ϭϮϴϴ tĞďƐŝƚĞ͗ ǁǁǁ͘ƐďƐƉŚ͘ĐŽŵ

zĂƐŚĂŶŽ DĂůů &͘ /ŵƉĞƌŝĂů ^ƚƌĞĞƚ ĐŽƌŶĞƌ dĞƌŵŝŶĂů ZŽĂĚ ŝƚĂŶŽ͕ >ĞŐĂnjƉŝ ŝƚLJ͕ ůďĂLJ ϰϱϬϬ WŚŝůŝƉƉŝŶĞƐ tĞďƐŝƚĞ͗ ǁǁǁ͘ůŽƚƵƐďůƵŚŽƚĞů͘ĐŽŵ

/ŵŵĂĐƵůĂƚĞ ŽŶĐĞƉĐŝŽŶ ĐĂĚĞŵLJ / ŽŶ WůĂĐŝĚŽ ĂŵƉŽƐ ǀĞ͕͘ WŽďůĂĐŝŽŶ͕ ŝƚLJ ŽĨ ĂƐŵĂƌŝŹĂƐ͕ ĂǀŝƚĞ ϰϭϭϰ нϲϯͲϰϲͲϰϭϲͲϯϲͲϯϲ Žƌ нϲϯͲϰϲͲϴϱϬͲϯϭͲϯϭ ŝŶĨŽΛŝĐĂͲĚĂƐŵĂƌŝŶĂƐ͘ĞĚƵ͘ƉŚ

ŽŽŬ ŶŽǁ͗ ǁǁǁ͘ŵLJƐƚĞƌLJŵĂŶŝůĂ͘ĐŽŵ

ϭϱϴϴ D͘,͘ ĚĞů WŝůĂƌ Žƌ͘ WĞĚƌŽ 'ŝů ^ƚƐ͕͘ DĂůĂƚĞ͕ DĂŶŝůĂ ϭϬϬϭ WŚŝůŝƉƉŝŶĞƐ dƌƵŶŬůŝŶĞ͗ ;нϲϯϮͿ ϮϰϮͲϬϭϮϭ ǁǁǁ͘ƉĂŐĐŽƌ͘ƉŚ ͮ ǁǁǁ͘ĨĂĐĞŬ͘ĐŽŵͬƉĂŐĐŽƌ͘ƉŚ

ϵϭϮͲϵϮϴ ZĞŝŶĂ ZĞŐĞŶƚĞ ^ƚ͕͘ ŝŶŽŶĚŽ͕ DĂŶŝůĂ dĞů͘ ;ϬϮͿ ϯϴϱͲϵϵϵ ͮ ;ϬϮͿ ϮϱϮͲϭϵϵϵ DŽďŝůĞ͗ ;ϬϵϭϳͿ ϭϯϵͲϱϵϵϵ

ĞŶƚƵƌLJ ŝƚLJ DĂůů ͮ :ƵƉŝƚĞƌ ͮ LJĂůĂ DĂůůƐ dŚĞ ϯϬƚŚ ͮ >ŝďŝƐ

Ğ >Ă ^ĂůůĞ hŶŝǀĞƌƐŝƚLJ DĞĚŝĐĂů ĞŶƚĞƌ dĞů͘ EŽ͗͘ ĂǀŝƚĞ ůŝŶĞ ;ϬϰϲͿ ϰϴϭͲϴϬϬϬ DĂŶŝůĂ ůŝŶĞ ;ϬϮͿ ϵϴϴͲϯϭϬϬ

ZŝŐŚƚ ĂƌƐ WŚŝůŝƉƉŝŶĞƐ dĞů͗ нϲϯϮ ϲϮϲ ϯϴϮϱ DŽď͗ нϲϯϵϭϳ ϴϰϵ ϳϮϳϰ tĞďƐŝƚĞ ͗Ͳ ŚƩƉ͗ͬ​ͬǁǁǁ͘ƌŝŐŚƚͲĐĂƌƐ͘ĐŽŵ

WŽůĂƌŝƐ ĞŶƚĞƌ ƵŝůĚŝŶŐ͕ϯƌĚ &ůŽŽƌ͕ϰϴ WŽůĂƌŝƐ ^ƌĞĞƚ͕DĂŬĂƟ ŝƚLJ

ĚĚ͗͘ ϭϮϬϬ ZŝnjĂů ǀĞŶƵĞ džƚĞŶƐŝŽŶ͕ KůŽŶŐĂƉŽ͕ ĂŵďĂůĞƐ WŚŽŶĞ͗ ϬϵϮϵ ϯϭϰ Ϭϵϲϯ

/D^͕ D d ůĚŐ͕͘ ͘ ƌŶĂŝnj ǀĞŶƵĞ ĐŽƌ͘ &͘ ͘ ,ĂƌƌŝƐŽŶ ^ƚƌĞĞƚ͕ WĂƐĂLJ ŝƚLJ WŚŽŶĞ͗ ;ϬϮͿ ϴϯϰ ϱϳϴϯ

Ϯϴ sĂůĞŶĐŝĂ ^ƚ͕͘ ^& D͕ YƵĞnjŽŶ ŝƚLJ ϱϯϯͲϯϭϭϴ ͮ ůŬƚĂĚǀĞƌƟƐŝŶŐΛŐŵĂŝů͘ĐŽŵ 'Ğƚ hŶůŝŵŝƚĞĚ >ŝƐƟŶŐƐ͕ hŶůŝŵŝƚĞĚ >ĞĂĚƐ ĂŶĚ ZĞĂů ƐƚĂƚĞ ZD ĨŽƌ &Z ͘

d͗ ϰϱϬͲϭϮͲϭϯ dK ϭϱ ͮ ͗ ŬĞŶƐƚĂƌƚƌĂǀĞůΛŐŵĂŝů͘ĐŽŵ ͗ ϲϬϬ EĂŬƉŝů ^ƚ͘ DĂůĂƚĞ͕ DĂŶŝůĂ ͮ &ĂĐĞŬ͗ <ĞŶƐƚĂƌ dƌĂǀĞů

ǁǁǁ͘ŚŽƵƐĂů͘ĐŽŵ ͮ DŽďŝůĞ͗ ;нϲϯͿ ϵϭϳ ϳϳϭ ϳϭϳϭ ͮ ŝŶĨŽΛŚŽƵƐĂů͘ĐŽŵ

ϮŶĚ &ůŽŽƌ͕ &ŽƌĂ DĂůů dĂŐĂLJƚĂLJ ͮ ϬϵϬϵ͘ϴϮϳ͘ϰϮϴϳ ͮ ϬϵϮϳ͘ϱϱϯ͘ϲϰϴϱ D ZZ/Kdd ,Kd >^ dZ s > Z/>>/ Ed>z ůĂƌŬ DĂƌƌŝŽƩ ,ŽƚĞů ͮ ϱϰϬϬ DĂŶƵĞů ͘ ZŽdžĂƐ ,ŝŐŚǁĂLJ͕ ůĂƌŬ &ƌĞĞƉŽƌƚ ŽŶĞ͕ WĂŵƉĂŶŐĂ͕ WŚŝůŝƉƉŝŶĞƐ ϮϬϮϯ

ϰƚŚ >ĞǀĞů dǁŽ Ͳ Žŵ ĞŶƚĞƌ͕ KĐĞĂŶ ƌŝǀĞ DĂůů ŽĨ ƐŝĂ ŽŵƉůĞdž͕ WĂƐĂLJ ŝƚLJ dĞů͘ нϲϯϮ ϴϳϰϴϴϴϴ DŽďŝůĞ͗ нϲϯϵϭϳϮϰϯϴϬϬϬ ǁǁǁ͘ůĂũĞƵŶĞƐƐĞ͘ƉŚ ĚĚƌĞƐƐ͗ ϮϭϬϴ D͘, Ğů WŝůĂƌ͕ DĂůĂƚĞ͕ DĂŶŝůĂ dĞů͘ EŽ͗͘ ;ϬϮͿ ϱϮϲ Ϭ ϴϴϴͬ ϱϱϵ ϵ ϴϵϬ DŽďŝůĞ͗ ϬϵϭϳͲϱϵϱͲϴϬϲϬ ŵĂŝů͗ ƌĞƐĞƌǀĂƟŽŶΛĂƌŵĂĚĂŵĂŶŝůĂ͘ĐŽŵ ͮ tĞďƐŝƚĞ͗ ǁǁǁ͘ĂƌŵĂĚĂŵĂŶŝůĂ͘ĐŽŵ WĞŶƚŚŽƵƐĞ͕ ůĂďĂŶŐ ŽƌƉŽƌĂƚĞ ĞŶƚĞƌ <D Ϯϱ tĞƐƚ ^ĞƌǀŝĐĞ ZŽĂĚ ůĂďĂŶŐ͕ DƵŶƟŶůƵƉĂ ŝƚLJ͕ ϭϳϳϬ WŚŝůŝƉƉŝŶĞƐ ;ϬϮͿ ϴϱϲͲϳϳϬϬ ͮ ϴϴϲͲϲϵϭϲ ŝŶĨŽΛƋƵĂŶƟƚLJƐŽůƵƟŽŶ͘ĐŽŵ ǁǁǁ͘ƋƵĂŶƟƚLJƐŽůƵƟŽŶ͘ĐŽŵ

ϱ& &ĞůŝnjĂ ůĚŐ͕͘ s͘ ͘ ZƵĮŶŽ ^ƚ͕͘ >ĞŐĂƐƉŝ sŝůůĂŐĞ͕ DĂŬĂƟ ŝƚLJ͕ WŚŝůŝƉƉŝŶĞƐ ϭϮϮϵ ͮ н ϲϯ Ϯ ϳϱϭ ϰϵϮϵ

d͗ ;нϲϯϮͿ ϵϳϱ ϮϮϭϱ D͗ ;нϲϯͿ ϵϭϳ ϴϰϭ Ϯϴϴϯ t͗ ŬŵĐŵĂŐŐƌŽƵƉ͘ĐŽŵ

ϱƚŚ &ůŽŽƌ͕ D'& ŚĂŵƉĂĐĂ ůĚŐ͘ ϭϱϲ ŵŽƌƐŽůŽ ^ƚƌĞĞƚ͕ >ĞŐĂƐƉŝ sŝůůĂŐĞ͕ DĂŬĂƟ ŝƚLJ WŚŝůŝƉƉŝŶĞƐ͕ ϭϮϮϵ ,ŽƚůŝŶĞ͗ нϲϯ ;ϬϮͿ ϴϭϳͲϯϮϮϯ ͮ ǁǁǁ͘ĚĞƌŵĐůŝŶŝĐ͘ĐŽŵ͘ƉŚ

ϳϬϲ ^ŚĂǁ ŽƵůĞǀĂƌĚ WĂƐŝŐ ŝƚLJ dĞů͗͘ н ϲϯ Ϯ ϯϭϴ ϱϴϴϴ ǁǁǁ͘ƉƌŝǀĂƚŽŚŽƚĞů͘ĐŽŵ

Y,W ƵƐŝŶĞƐƐ ĞŶƚĞƌ͕ ƌƐĞŶĂů ^ƚ͕͘ ƌƐĞŶĂůͲ ĚƵĂŶĂ͕ /ůŽŝůŽ ŝƚLJ͕ WŚŝůŝƉƉŝŶĞƐ ϱϬϬϬ dĞů͘ EŽ͗ ;ϲϯͿ;ϯϯͿ ϯϯϳ ϯϬϱϭͬ ϯϯϱ Ϭϵϯϱ Ͳ &Ădž EŽ͗͘ ;ϲϯͿ;ϯϯͿ ϯϯϱ ϬϬϮϲ &ďͲ ŚƩƉƐ͗ͬ​ͬǁǁǁ͘ĨĂĐĞŬ͘ĐŽŵͬƋƵŝdžŵĂƌƚͬ

ϰϱϲ hŶŝƚĞĚ EĂƟŽŶƐ ǀĞ͕͘ ƌŵŝƚĂ͕ DĂŶŝůĂ WŚŝůŝƉƉŝŶĞƐ

dĞůƐ͘ ϱϮϭͲϯϬͲϴϱ ϱϮϰͲϬϳͲϮϮ Ğůů EŽ͗͘ ;ϬϵϭϴͿ ϱϯϱͲϬϰͲϵϵ

ϭϭͬ& ^ƵŶ >ŝĨĞ ĞŶƚƌĞ͕ ϱƚŚ ǀĞŶƵĞ ŽƌŶĞƌ ZŝnjĂů ƌŝǀĞ ŽŶŝĨĂĐŝŽ 'ůŽďĂů ŝƚLJ͕ dĂŐƵŝŐ͕ WŚŝůŝƉƉŝŶĞƐ͕ ϭϲϯϰ

ϭϬϯ &͘ ĂůĚĞƌŽŶ ^ƚ͕ ĂŐƵŝŽ͕ ĞŶŐƵĞƚ >ĂŶĚůŝŶĞ ͗ ;ϬϳϰͿ ϰϰϮ ϳϬϲϲ ͬ ϰϰϮͲϴϲϰϱ DŽďŝůĞ͗ ;ŐůŽďĞͿ ϬϵϮϲϳϯϱϴϴϰϬ ͬ ;ƐŵĂƌƚͿ ϬϵϭϴϯϬϰϳϯϭϱ ͬ ;ƐƵŶĐĞůůͿ ϬϵϯϯϱϴϬϰϲϳϭ ŵĂŝů͗ ďĞŶŐƵĞƚƉƌŝŵĞŚŽƚĞůΛLJĂŚŽŽ͘ĐŽŵ

^ŵĂůůǀŝůůĞ ŽŵƉůĞdž͕ ƋƵŝŶŽ ǀĞ͕͘ ^ĂŶ ZĂĨĂĞů͕ /ůŽŝůŽ ŝƚLJ ; ĂƉŝƚĂůͿ͕ /ůŽŝůŽ͕ WŚŝůŝƉƉŝŶĞƐ ϱϬϬϬ EŽ͘ ;ϬϯϯͿͲϯϮϬͲϳϵϳϮ ͬ нϲϯϵϱϱϯϲϰϮϴϱϲ ͬ нϲϯϵϮϭϴϬϬϵϵϲϰ ͬ нϲϯϵϮϵϱϯϴϲϯϱϵ ͗ ŝůŽďƵƐŝŶĞƐƐŚŽƚĞůΛLJĂŚŽŽ͘ĐŽŵ͘ƉŚ ͬ ŝůŽŝůŽďƵƐŝŶĞƐƐŚŽƚĞůΛLJĂŚŽŽ͘ĐŽŵ͘ƉŚ tĞĚƐŝƚĞ ͬ &ď WĂŐĞ͗ ǁǁǁ͘ŝůŽŝůŽďƵƐŝŶĞƐƐŚŽƚĞů͘ĐŽŵ͘ƉŚ ͬ ŚƩƉƐ͗ͬ​ͬǁǁǁ͘ĨĂĐĞŬ͘ĐŽŵͬ ŝďŚ͘ůŽĐŬŚĞĂƌƚ ͬ ŚƩƉƐ͗ͬ​ͬǁǁǁ͘ĨĂĐĞŬ͘ĐŽŵͬ/ůŽŝůŽ ƵƐŝŶĞƐƐ,ŽƚĞůͬ ,ŽƚĞů <ŝŵďĞƌůLJ dĂŐĂLJƚĂLJ ƌŝƐĂŶƚŽ D͘ ĞůŽƐ ZĞLJĞƐ ǀĞ͘ ;ĨŽƌŵĞƌůLJ ŵĂĚĞŽ ZĚ͘Ϳ ƌŐLJ͘ <ĂLJďĂŐĂů EŽƌƚŚ͕ dĂŐĂLJƚĂLJ ŝƚLJ dĞů͘ ;ϬϰϲͿ ϰϴϯͲϴϴϴϴ ͮ ͗ ƚĂŐĂLJƚĂLJΛŚŽƚĞůŬŝŵďĞƌůLJ͘ĐŽŵ

ŽŶƐƚƌƵĐƟŽŶ ŽƐƚ ƐƟŵĂƟŶŐ WƌŽĐƵƌĞŵĞŶƚ WƌŽũĞĐƚ DĂŶĂŐĞŵĞŶƚ ŶŐŝŶĞĞƌŝŶŐ

BAYVIEW BARBER SHOP AND REFLEXOLOGY

'ƌĞĞŶ ĞĂĐŚ ϭ͕ ZĞĚŽŶĚŽ WĞŶŝŶƐƵůĂ͕ ƌŐLJ ĂǁĂŐ͕ ^ƵďŝĐ ĂLJ &ƌĞĞƉŽƌƚ ŽŶĞ͕ WŚŝůŝƉƉŝŶĞƐ ϮϮϮϮ dĞů EŽ͗͘ ;ϬϰϳͿ ϯϬϲ ϱϭϬϬ ͮ &Ădž EŽ͗͘ ;ϬϰϳͿ ϮϱϮ ϮϳϬϮ

D /E K&&/ ͗ Zŵ͘ ϮϬϱ ĂŶƚĞ ͘ ŶŐ Θ ƐƐŽĐŝĂƚĞƐ ůĚŐ͘ ϰϬϵ ͘ ^ŽƌŝĂŶŽ ǀĞ͕͘ /ŶƚƌĂŵƵƌŽƐ͕ DĂŶŝůĂ͕ WŚŝůŝƉƉŝŶĞƐ ǁǁǁ͘ǀŝĐƚŽƌƐĨƌĞŝŐŚƚ͘ƉŚ ͮ dĞů͗ ;ϬϮͿ ϱϮϰͲϭϮϬϮ͕ ϱϮϯͲϭϱϴϲ͕ ϱϮϯͲϰϯϴϲ͕ ϱϮϱͲϴϴϬϱ͕ ϱϮϴͲϬϱϭϳ͕ ϱϮϴͲϬϰϭϮ

,ŽƚĞů <ŝŵďĞƌůLJ DĂŶŝůĂ ϳϳϬ WĞĚƌŽ 'ŝů ^ƚƌĞĞƚ DĂůĂƚĞ͕ DĂŶŝůĂ dĞů͘ ;ϬϮͿ ϱϮϭͲϭϴϴϴ ĞŵĂŝů͗ ŵĂŶŝůĂΛŚŽƚĞůŬŝŵďĞƌůLJ͘ĐŽŵ tĞďƐŝƚĞ͗ ǁǁǁ͘ŚŽƚĞůŬŝŵďĞƌůLJ͘ĐŽŵ

D E/> ͗ ϱƚŚ &͘ dŝŵĞƐ WůĂnjĂ ůĚŐ͘ dĂŌ ĐŽƌ͘ h͘E͘ ǀĞ͕͘ ƌŵŝƚĂ͕ ϬϳϮ ƌŐ͘ ϲϲϲ DĂŶŝůĂ ;ϬϮͿ ϯϱϯͲϲϴϬϴ W ^ z͗ ^ĐĂƉĞ ůĚŐ͕͘ DĂĐĂƉĂŐĂů ǀĞ͘ ĐŽƌ͘ WĞĂƌů ƌŝǀĞ͕ ĞŶƚƌĂů ƵƐŝŶĞƐƐ WĂƌŬ ϭ͕ ^ĂŶ ZĂĨĂĞů͕ ƌŐ͘ ϳϲ WĂƐĂLJ ŝƚLJ ͮ ;ϬϮͿ ϱϰϭͲϱϲϰϱ

ĚĚƌĞƐƐ͗ ϭϬϭ DĂƌďĞůůĂ ϭ ŽŶĚŽŵŝŶŝƵŵ͕ ϮϮϮϯ ZŽdžĂƐ ŽƵůĞǀĂƌĚ͕ ϭϯϬϬ WĂƐĂLJ ŝƚLJ͕ WŚŝůŝƉƉŝŶĞƐ

KZd/' ^͗ hŶŝƚ ϭϲͬϭϴͬϭϵͬϮϬ 'ƌŽƵŶĚ & / 'ƌĂŶĚĞ dŽǁĞƌ ^ĂƉƉŚŝƌĞ ZĚ͕͘ KƌƟŐĂƐ ĞŶƚĞƌ WĂƐŝŐ ŝƚLJ ͮ ;ϬϮͿ ϱϴϰͲϮϰϯϬ

ŽŶƚĂĐƚ ĞƚĂŝůƐ͗ DŽďŝůĞ EŽ͘ Ͳ ;нϲϯͿ ϵϭϴͲϴϰϱͲϬϬϬϴ >ĂŶĚůŝŶĞ Ͳ ;нϲϯϮͿ ϱϱϭͲϴϴϴϴ

h z Z' d ͗ >ĞǀĞů ϯ͕ Zŵ͘ ϬϬϯϬϵ Θ ϬϬϯϬϮ ZŽďŝŶƐŽŶƐ LJďĞƌŐĂƚĞ͕ ŽŶ '͘ 'ĂƌĐŝĂ ^ƚ͕͘ ĂƉŝƚŽů ^ŝƚĞ͕ ĞďƵ ŝƚLJ ͮ ;ϬϯϮͿ ϮϯϲͲϵϬϮϴ

EKZd, ^ ͗ ϮŶĚ &͘ WŚŝůŝƉƉŝŶĞ ŽůůĞŐĞ ŽĨ ^ƵƌŐĞŽŶƐ ůĚŐ͕͘ ϵϵϮ ^ YƵĞnjŽŶ ŝƚLJ ;ϬϮͿ ϯϱϮͲϰϲϳϲ ^d ZK^ ͗ ϮŶĚ &͘ hŶŝƚƐ ϱͲϵ ĂƌǀĂũĂů ůĚŐ͘ Ϯ͕ ƌŐ͘ DĂĐĂďůŝŶŐ͕ EĂƚŝŽŶĂů ,ŝŐŚǁĂLJ͕ ^ƚĂ͘ ZŽƐĂ >ĂŐƵŶĂ ͮ ;ϬϮͿ ϱϭϵͲϰϯϳϳ h /d W Z<͗ hŶŝƚƐ ϮϬϯ ϮŶĚ &͘ d'h dŽǁĞƌ͕ ůŬ͘ϭ >ŽƚƐ ϲΘϳ͕ WŚĂƐĞ ϭ ƐŝĂƚŽǁŶ͕ /͘d͘ WĂƌŬ ƉĂƐ ĞďƵ ŝƚLJ ͮ ;ϬϯϮͿ ϰϳϵͲϵϮϲϭ

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www.manilatimes.net Q Manny Pacquiao (center, left) shakes hands with Keith Thurman during a news conference Tuesday (Wednesday in Manila) in New York. AP PHOTO

Pacquiao will KO Thurman â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Gibbons

BY JOSEF T. RAMOS

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EIGNING World Boxing Association (WBA) welterweight champion Manny Pacquiao will knock out cold WBA welterweight super champion Keith Thurman in the later rounds of their July 20 match at the MGM Grand in Las Vegas, Nevada predicted Sean Gibbons, the Pacmanâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s new right hand man.

â&#x20AC;&#x153;In the later rounds, yes at 10th round,â&#x20AC;? Gibbons told The Manila Times on Wednesday via online interview.

The 40-year-old Pacquiao holds A A WIN LOSS DRAW RECORD WITH +/ AGAINST THE YER OLD 4HURMAN S WITH +/ g4HE 3ENATOR HAS BEEN kGHTING FOR YEARS -ANY HAVE TALKED smack about making him disappear and many have failed. There is a reason they call Keith â&#x20AC;&#x153;One

Timeâ&#x20AC;? Thurman because he talks nonsense and Pacquiao is an all time great,â&#x20AC;? Gibbons added.

Pacquiao is coming off an impressive unanimous decision win over Adrien Broner last January IN ,AS 6EGAS HIS kRST kGHT IN the United States since defeating American Jessie Vargas also by unanimous decision in November AT THE 4HOMAS AND -ACK Center also in Las Vegas. â&#x20AC;&#x153;So my feeling is one time is

Raptors thump Bucks to tie series at 2-2 LOS ANGELES: The Toronto Raptors closed ranks around hurting star Kawhi Leonard, turning in a total TEAM EFFORT IN A VICTORY over the Milwaukee Bucks Tuesday to level the NBA Eastern ConferENCE kNALS Kyle Lowry led the Raptors WITH POINTS AND 4ORONTO S bench out-scored Milwaukeeâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s AS THE 2APTORS FOLLOWED UP their double-overtime triumph in game three with a second straight home win.

They knotted the best-of-seven SERIES AT WITH GAME FIVE IN Milwaukee on Thursday.

The winner of the series will take on two-time defending champions Golden State, who comPLETED A 7ESTERN #ONFERENCE kNALS sweep of Portland to reach their kFTH STRAIGHT ."! &INALS Leonard, who downplayed suggestions he was injured after the gritty game-three victory, looked hobbled at times â&#x20AC;&#x201D; wincing noticeably after dunking on Bucks star Giannis Antetokounmpo in the third quarter.

Leonard grabbed a pass from Spanish big man Marc Gasol and drove for the basket, Antetokounmpoâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s move to stop him coming too late.

Leonard landed hard and held his left leg â&#x20AC;&#x201D; although he would play on. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I think heâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s fine,â&#x20AC;? Toronto coach Nick Nurse said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Heâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s logged a lot of minutes. Heâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s certainly tired, like a lot of guys in this series are. â&#x20AC;&#x153;He looks OK to me. I think thereâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s a lot of guys out there that arenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t 100 percent â&#x20AC;&#x201D; on both sides of the ball.â&#x20AC;?

But Lowry said Raptors â&#x20AC;&#x153;under-

stoodâ&#x20AC;? that Leonard wasnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t going to be 100 percent and knew going into the contest that â&#x20AC;&#x153;everybody has to step up and stay focused on the game plan.â&#x20AC;?

Lowry scored 18 points in the first half as the Raptors came back from an early seven-point DEkCIT TO LEAD AFTER ONE quarter â&#x20AC;&#x201D; pushing the lead to 65-55 at halftime.

Norman Powell added 18 points off the bench. Serge Ibaka and Gasol scored 17 apiece, )BAKA ALSO PULLING DOWN REbounds. Fred VanVleet chipped IN POINTS 6AN6LEET WHO MISSED OF SHOT ATTEMPTS IN THE kRST THREE games of the series, connected on five of six from the field, draining all three of his threepoint attempts. g) THINK THE kRST TWO GAMES THEY really brought the intensity to us. They came out and were more physical were more active,â&#x20AC;? Powell said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We wanted to change that narrative and protect home court. We wanted to come out with a lot of juice, be more aggressive, be more physical and take the game to them. I think we really did that.â&#x20AC;?

Toronto extended their lead to as many as 16 points in the third PERIOD AND LED BY GOING INTO THE kNAL FRAME Khris Middleton led the Bucks WITH POINTS SIX REBOUNDS AND seven assists.

Milwaukeeâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Most Valuable Player finalist Antetokounmpo ADDED POINTS AND REBOUNDS

and Nikola Mirotic scored 11.

But the Bucks lost their second straight game, something

they did just once during the regular season.

Hostile environment Two home wins gave the Raptors some breathing room as they head back to Milwaukee, but Lowry said theyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;d done nothing more than hold serve. â&#x20AC;&#x153;They did what they did at home and we did what weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re supposed to do at home,â&#x20AC;? he said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Our backâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s against the wall still,â&#x20AC;? Lowry added. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re going into a hostile environment.

Theyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re going to be ready to go.â&#x20AC;?

Antetokounmpo,

meanwhile, said there was no feeling of panic among the Bucks. â&#x20AC;&#x153;The feeling is not any different,â&#x20AC;? he said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve still got to get better, stick with our game plan. (Weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve) just got to play with more energy, execute better, but our feeling is the same. â&#x20AC;&#x153;They did their job, they protected home, weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve got to do our job now.â&#x20AC;?

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Q Danny Green (No. 14) of the Toronto Raptors handles the ball during the second half against the Milwaukee Bucks in game four of the NBA Eastern Conference Finals at Scotiabank Arena in Toronto, Canada.

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Doncic, Young head NBA Rookie team of the year LOS ANGELES: Dallas Mavericks rising star Luka Doncic and Atlanta Hawks guard Trae Young were unanimously voted into the NBAâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s rookie team of the year, the league said on Tuesday.

Slovenian ace Doncic and Young both received NBA All-Rookie First Team votes on all 100 ballots to kNISH WITH POINTS EACH 4HE DUO WERE JOINED ON THE !LL 2OOKIE &IRST 4EAM BY 0HOE-

nix center Deandre Ayton, Memphisâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Jaren Jackson Jr and Sacramento Kings forward Marvin Bagley III. !LL kVE PLAYERS WERE THE TOP kVE PICKS IN THE DRAFT Doncic, Young and Ayton mean-

while have advanced as the three kNALISTS FOR THE ."!

Rookie of the Year Award.

The winner will be named at the ."! !WARDS IN ,OS !NGELES ON *UNE

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have his time and is very exited and COME *ULY HE WILL kND OUT THAT IT is him disappearing and enjoying a married life. Senator Pacquiao coming nowhere until he decides to retire. You have the All Time Great versus One Time great.â&#x20AC;?

Pacquiao said in a news conference THAT HE S THE UNDERDOG IN THE kGHT BUT it inspires him tovwork harder. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I have never been scared of a challenge. Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;m so excited for THIS kGHT AGAINST AN UNDEFEATED

CHAMPION (E S THE KIND OF kGHTER that you canâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t underestimate. His record and successes gives me more motivation to work hard,â&#x20AC;?

Pacquiao told reporters during the New Yorkâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s press tour. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I will make sure that Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;m 100 PERCENT AND READY FOR THIS kGHT u HE ADDED g7E LL kND OUT WHAT HAPPENS ON *ULY BUT IT S GOING TO BE exciting. I like being the underdog FOR THIS kGHT BECAUSE THAT GIVES ME more focus in training.â&#x20AC;?

Superstars and leaders T

HEREâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S no â&#x20AC;&#x153;Iâ&#x20AC;? in team. Will there be a â&#x20AC;&#x153;KD?â&#x20AC;?

The Boston Celtics and the Golden State Warriors will share a possible common fate. They may have to lose their top player in free agency. If rumors hold true, they may even lose them to the same team.

Thatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s where the similarity ends.

The Warriors were champions last season, and they have to be champions again to live up to their past achievement. The Celtics already failed.

There are times when addition becomes subtraction, and it seemed like the addition of superstar Kyrie Irving and All-star Gordon Hayward made the team worse from last year, at least from a playoff standpoint. Irving has had his highs and lows, but he is still one of the best and should also be credited for the Celticsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; 55 wins last SEASON THAT GOT THEM THE ND SEED This is Kyrieâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s team, his chance to lead, but this season, something was just off. They did not have much of a roster change, but their chemistry was non-existent. There was a change in the formula â&#x20AC;&#x201D; too much ego was added, and the blend turned bitter.

With great talent comes strong personalities, and that happened to the Celtics. They were hyped in last yearâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Eastern Finals, and they deserved it.

That was truly something to be proud of, and Celtic Pride never runs short.

Expectations were off the roof at the start of the season. The Celtics were supposed to be the team to take down the Warriors. The fans demanded the trophy even before a game was played. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Scaryâ&#x20AC;? Terry Rozier and Jayson â&#x20AC;&#x153;the future of the NBAâ&#x20AC;? Tatum had to defer to Irving and Hayward, and somehow, that did not work out.

The Celtic fans ended up booing their own players off the court, and that will lead to an awkward conversation between Kyrie and Danny Ainge, if they would even talk at all.

Then, Rozier has an interview on ESPN, dissing his teammatesâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; attitudes and how he â&#x20AC;&#x153;made the GREATEST SACRIkCEu FOR THE TEAM BEcause his talent had to take a back seat. Yes, Paul Pierce, the Celtics do think highly of themselves.

Boston may have to live without a superstar, as they do not have cap space if Kyrie leaves. If they package Tatum and Jaylen Brown for Anthony Davis (because the Pelicans

BASKETBALL SLEUTH

MICHAEL ANGELO B. ASIS will not take any less), they risk losing the foundation of their future for AD, who can walk away next season.

Davis did mention he liked playing with Kyrie, but would Uncle Drew wear green again?

On the other hand, we have Steph Curry. Curry has his share of doubters, but he also has his share of rings. There was an argument that Curry was not actually deferring to Kevin Durant, he is simply not as good a player anymore.

After vanquishing the Rockets in Game Six, when he was scoreless in THE kRST HALF #URRY SPLASHED TO POINTS (E HAS SCORED ABOVE POINTS EVER SINCE IN kVE STRAIGHT PLAYOFF WINS without Kevin Durant and DeMarcus Cousins. On their clincher against the Portland Trailblazers, they also missed Andre Iguodala.

Quick takeaways 4HERE REALLY ARE PLAYERS WHO lIP THE switch in the playoffs. Draymond Green has battled through criticism the entire season and when he said â&#x20AC;&#x153;we are focused on defending the titleâ&#x20AC;? critics thought it was a lame excuse. No oneâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s questioning him now.

7HEN A SUPERSTAR SACRIkCES LIKE Curry), teams succeed. When supPORTING PLAYERS SACRIkCE LIKE 2Ozier) in favor of underperforming stars, (like Hayward), teams fail.

And when expectations are too high, teams fail miserably.

The Warriors are Curryâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s team.

Always was. The debate was whether it was right or wrong. That has now been answered to.

Where is KDâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s team? Where is Kyrieâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s team? Will KD get to lead his own team? Is Kyrie worthy to lead a team again, or should he just be the best sidekick? Answers coming this summer and it could all just be the same thing.

There are superstars and there are leaders. Then, there is a rarer breed who can be both. This sumMER WE kND OUT WHO S WHO

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THURSDAY May 23, 2019

Tamaraws gun for QF berth vs Scorpions

BY JEREMIAH M. SEVILLAÂ

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AR Eastern University (FEU) shoots for a quarterfinal spot against the formidable Centro Escolar University (CEU) in the 2019 Philippine Basketball Association Developmental League (PBA D-League) today at the JCSGO Gym in Quezon City.

The Tamaraws (5-3) lock horns with the leading Scorpions (7-1) in a must-win game in the Foundation Group at 12 p.m.

A win will push FEU to the playoffs while a loss will boot them out of the tournament and allow Marinerong Pilipino to sail to the next round.

Head coach Olsen Racela wants his Tamaraws to sustain the momentum from their 88-81 win over Diliman College-Gerryâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Grill as they head into another crucial game.

â&#x20AC;&#x153;We treated it (game against Diliman-Gerryâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Grill) like a knockout match. This time, itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s really a knockout game,â&#x20AC;? he said.

Racela will count on guards Alec Stockton, L-Jay Gonzales and Wendell Comboy to lead the Tamarawsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; charge. /N THE OTHER HAND QUARTERkNAL bound CEU seeks to clinch the top spot in the group and keep its winning ways entering the playoffs. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re going for the win against FEU and we want to have that

momentum coming to the quarTERkNALS u SAID 0UMAREN WHOSE Scorpions are already assured of a twice-to-beat advantage.

Pumaren will lean on Senegalese center Maodo Malick Diouf and mainstays Tyron Chan, Judel Fuentes and Keanu Caballero.

Meanwhile, Ironcon-University of Sto. Tomas (UST) also goes on a must-win tiff against also-ran Family Mart-Enderun Colleges in the Aspirants Group at 2 p.m.

The Growling Tigers (6-2) need to dispatch the Titans (1-7) to seize the second seed and a twiceto-beat bonus.

A defeat, however, will eliminate Ironcon-UST as it holds an inferior quotient compared to ChĂŠlu Bar & Grill. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We need this kind of games to develop the maturity of the players,â&#x20AC;? said UST coach Aldin Ayo, who will bank on Beninese big man Soulemane Chabi Yo, Rhenz

Q Far Eastern Universityâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Wendell Comboy drives past Robbie Darang of Diliman College-Gerryâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Grill during a 2019 PBA D-League game. PBA MEDIA BUREAUÂ PHOTO Abando and Mark Nonoy.

In the curtain-closer at 4 p.m., Valencia City Bukidnon-San Sebastian College (7-1) guns for a victory at the expense of ousted Diliman-Gerryâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Grill (4-4) that

may give them the top seed.

A triumph by the Golden Harvest coupled by a CEU loss to FEU will hand them the No. 1 spot in the Foundation Group. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Our focus is one game at a

time. Thereâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s an opportunity to get the top spot and that motivated my players,â&#x20AC;? said Valencia-San Sebastian tactician Egay Macaraya, WHO WILL RELY ON PROLIkC SCORERS 2+ Ilagan and Allyn Bulanadi.

FIVB Beach Volleyball World Tour kicks off in Boracay National BORACAY: The Philippinesâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; Babylove Barbon and Gen Eslapor will begin their campaign in the FIVB Beach Volleyball World Tour Boracay Open starting Thursday (today) at the White House Beach Station 1 here.

The young standouts from the highly-successful University of Santo Tomas beach volleyball program hope to make it to Fridayâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s main draw when the qualification matches start at 7:30 a.m.

The host country has four womenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s teams in the main draw, as Sisi Rondina will be reunited with Bernadeth Pons in the fourday tournament organized by the Beach Volleyball Republic.

Other Filipina pairs competing are Dij Rodriguez and Bea Tan, Jackie Estoquia and DM DemontaĂąo, and Fiola Ceballos and Patty Orendain.

Barbon, who paired with Rondina in the Tigressesâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; remarkable three-peat conquest in the UAAP last September, are among the

wrestling tilt set May 25

seven womenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s pairs vying for slots in tomorrowâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s main draw.

Before competing in the Beach World Tour, Barbon and Eslapon emerged victorious in the BVR on Tour Dumaguete Open last month.

Air Forceâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Ranran Abdilla and Jesse Lopez will spearhead the countryâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s menâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s campaign, which also includes collegiate standouts James Buytrago and Krung Arbasto, and Cebuâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Mike Abria and Jade Becaldo.

The double-gender $10,000 Boracay Open, a one-star event is the 24th menâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s and 23rd womenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s event for the 2018-19 FIVB World Tour. The Beach World Tour returns to the Philippines for the second time following a double-gender one-star event in Manila last year.

The winning womenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s and menâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s teams will receive $1,000 prizes, while at the same time earning points to have a shot at the FIVB Beach Volleyball World Tour Grand Finals.

Q Sisi Rondina BVR PHOTO

Tubid, Nabong penalized over â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;Spidermanâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; incident THE Philippine Basketball AssociaTION SLAPPED HEFTY kNES AND SUSPENsions on San Miguel Beer players Ronald Tubid and Kelly Nabong, AND TWO TEAM OFkCIALS FOR HITTING A streaker last May 10 in Game 5 of the Philippine Cup Finals against Magnolia at the Araneta Coliseum.

After summoning the personalities involved on Wednesday, the league suspended Tubid and Nabong for three GAMES AND kNED 0 EACH WHILE team doctor Ramon IbaĂąez and assistant team manager Daniel Henares were suspended for two games and fined P50,000 each for their involvement.

Tubid was caught in camera that he punched streaker Paolo Felizarta who dressed as Spiderman at the back of the head after being apprehended by the venue securities. Tubid later on

apologized to the media for his action but didnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t escape sanctions from the league.

Nabong was also caught with the OTHER TEAM OFkCIALS HITTING &ELIZARTA S COMPANION IDENTIkED AS &LENN *OHN Lola during the commotion at San Miguel Beerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s bench.

League Commissioner Willie Marcial, who talked to the players and TEAM OFkCIALS INVOLVED DID NOT REVEAL further details.

Felizarta surprisingly entered the court wearing a Spiderman suit during the fourth quarter of Game 5 and accidentally bumped reigning kVE TIME -OST 6ALUABLE 0LAYER *UNE Mar Fajardo to the jaw.

Felizarta and his companion were brought to Police Station 7 in Quezon City.

JOSEF RAMOS

THE cream of the crop Filipino wrestlers will be determined during the staging of the WAP Nationals 2019 that will be held on May 25 to 26 at the Filinvest Mall in Alabang, Muntinlupa City.

Wrestling Association of the Philippines (WAP) president Alvin Aguilar said wrestling clubs nationwide will field itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s best bets in freestyle, Greco Roman and grappling.

The tournament will serve as qualifying event for the final formation of the national team that will compete in the upcoming 30th Southeast Asian Games come November 30 to December 11. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Our best of the best wrestlers will be selected in this national open tournament. Our goal is to win more golds to help our Team Philippines to win another SEA Games overall championship that is a mission possible,â&#x20AC;? said Aguilar who is also the founder of Universal Reality Combat Championship (URCC) Mixed Martial Arts Global. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Proof of our optimism is our athletesâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; domination in the Southeast Asia Wrestling Championship held in San Pablo City early this year,â&#x20AC;? he added.

Adult men and women with added Kiddie competition will feature the two-day event supported

by Philippine Sports Commission, Philippine Olympic Committee and Festival Alabang. Â

Bulacan to host National Para Games OVER 1,000 differently-abled athletes and other participants are headed to Bulacan to participate in the 7th Philippine Sports Commission (PSC)-Philippine Sports Association for Differently Abled (PHILSPADA) National Para Games on May 27 to 31.

4HIS IS THE kRST TIME THAT THE PROVince will hold such event that will be led by the Philippine Paralympic Committee formerly known as Philippine Sports Association for the Differently Abledâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;National Paralympic Committee of the Philippines, in cooperation with the Provincial Government of Bulacan through the

Provincial Social Welfare and DevelOPMENT /FkCE The National Para Games will be composed of 14 sports events including athletics, swimming, table tennis, powerlifting, badminton, chess, goalball, judo, wheelchair basketball, boccia, archery, tenpin bowling, sitting volleyball and demo-cycling.

The venues to be used are Bulacan Sports Complex, Hiyas ng Bulacan Convention Center, City Walk Sports Center, Bulacan Capitol Gymnasium, Paradise Bowling Center and Guiguinto Municipal Athletic and Cultural Center .

The opening ceremony will take

place at the Bulacan Sports Complex on May 26 followed by other scheduled events including archery, boccia, para-swimming, badminton, table tennis, tenpin bowling and chess on May 27-29; judo on May 27; para-athletics, sitting volleyball, wheelchair basketball and goalball on May 27-30 and para-powerlifting and cycling on May 30.

Expected to grace the event as the guests of honor are PSC Chairman William I. Ramirez and Philippine Paralympic Committee/ PHILSPADA National Paralympic Committee of the Philippines President Michael I. Barredo. FREDERICK SILVERIO

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ARIS: Twelve months ago at Roland Garros, an embarrassed Naomi Osaka bristled at being hailed as the â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;coolest thingâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; in tennis.

Now, however, the 21-year-old Japanese returns to Paris as comfortably the sportâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s hottest ticket with the world number one billing, a bank balance bursting at the seams and on the brink of a third successive Grand Slam title. â&#x20AC;&#x153;The one word that comes to my mind is amazing,â&#x20AC;? says Osakaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s older sister Mari, a fellow tour player. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;m really proud of her.â&#x20AC;?

Naomi Osaka was seeded at a 'RAND 3LAM FOR THE kRST TIME AT the 2018 French Open when she made the third round, countering

claims she was the â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;coolest thing in tennisâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; by asserting she was the sportâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;most awkward personâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;.

But it was the razzle-dazzle of New York â&#x20AC;&#x201D; helped by a megameltdown by Serena Williams â&#x20AC;&#x201D; which propelled her to a maiden Slam triumph in September.

That was backed up by a second major at the Australian Open, her status as the face of the new generation of womenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s tennis COMFORTABLY CONkRMED Osaka, the daughter

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of a Haitian father and Japanese mother, has since been signed up by Nike in a deal

reportedly worth in the region of $10 million a year.

Despite being based fulltime in the United States and still often struggling

with the Japanese language, sponsors from home have come calling â&#x20AC;&#x201D; from an airline and car-maker to a noodle company and detergent manufacturer.

In Japan, her coy personality and breezy news conferences have made her into a media darling. â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;Naomi-speakâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; was among the most searched phrases online in 2018. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Sheâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s multicultural, multinational, multiracial,â&#x20AC;? Stuart Duguid, Osakaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s agent and an IMG executive, told Britainâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Financial Times.

However, fame still sits uncomfortably with Osaka whose career earnings have already rocketed past the $11 million mark.

In the wake of her Australian Open triumph, she shocked tennis by splitting with coach Sascha Bajin, one of the masterminds of her meteoric rise.

Her 2019 results, meanwhile, have been steady rather than spectacular â&#x20AC;&#x201D; she hasnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t reached another final since Melbourne while her clay court season has been blighted by injury.

An abdominal strain forced a pullout from Stuttgart while a hand injury sparked an early departure

Q Japanâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Naomi Osaka.

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JUSTINE MANEJA flashed top form to annex two crowns while young Kriz Lim posted victories in the singles and doubles as they shared the MVP honors in the PPS-PEPP Brookside Open national age-group tennis tournament at the Brookside Hills Tennis Club in Cainta, Rizal last Sunday.

Maneja, 15, dropped just three games on her way to the finals of the girlsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; 16-and-under play then trounced Mica Emana, 6-4, 6-0, to clinch the crown. The Arellano U mainstay later scored a 6-1, 4-1(ret.) victory over Kryshana Brazal to emerge the lone â&#x20AC;&#x153;doubleâ&#x20AC;? winner in the Group I tournament presented by Dunlop and hosted by Brookside Hills.

Lim, from Urdaneta, also grabbed the spotlight in the boysâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; side, ripping Novak Brazal, 4-0, 4-1, in the 10-unisex finals then teaming up with Samuel Davila to rout Brazal and Jorge Matta, 8-1, in the 10-U doubles of the event sponsored by Palawan Pawnshop-Palawan Express Pera Padala and held side by side with the countryâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s premier players in the centerpiece Open category.

In other singles results, top seed Loucas Fernandez survived Daniel Estanislao III, 7-5, 6-4, to bag the boysâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; 18-U diadem; No. 1 Exequiel Jucutan overpowered Emmanuel Davila, 6-0, 6-0, for the 16-U title; Team Solincoâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Kidron Pascua took the 14-U crown with a 6-3, 6-2 romp over Brent So; John Lim turned back Samuel Salazar, 6-3, 6-3, for the 12-U trophy; Emana dominated LJ Quines, 6-2, 6-1, for the girlsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; 14-U plum; and Hadassah Pascua stunned top seed Felicia Araneta, 6-1, 6-2, to snare the 12-U title.

Other doubles winners were Kaye Emana-Mica Emana and Rafael Liangco-Miguel Vicencio (18-U) and Araneta-Jiana Hernandez and Joshua Diva-Carlo Solo (14-U).

Meanwhile, Anna Demyer, Francesca Cruz, Macie Carlos and Martina Naredo along with Fernandez, Estanislao III, Vicencio and Miguel Castillo resume their campaign as they banner the cast n the premier 18-U division in the PPS-PEPP Valle Verde leg which got under way last Tuesday in Pasig City.

Carlos is also vying in the girlsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; 16-U play that also drew Gaby Zoleta, Kryshana Brazal and Julia Ignacio with Quines, Anna Bloom and Hernandez also tipped to slug it out for the 14-U title in the Group I tournament sanctioned by the Unified Tennis Philippines made up of PPS-PEPP, Cebuana Lhuillier, Wilson, Tobyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s, Dunlop, Slazenger and B-Meg. Up next is the Manila Southwoods, another Group I event on May 26-30 in Carmona, Cavite.

Listup is ongoing. For details, call PPS-PEPP Sports Program Development director Bobby Mangunay at 0915-4046464.

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With the world at her feet, Osaka takes Paris in her stride

â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;Grand Slams are playgroundsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;

Maneja, Lim bag Brookside Open Jrs titles

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from Rome last week.

Not that Osaka is getting too down on herself. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Grand Slams to me are like a playground, I have a lot of fun there,â&#x20AC;? she said ahead of Sundayâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s French Open start.

Clay courts, too, are becoming bearable for a player whose power game traditionally thrives on faster courts.

At Roland Garros last year, Osaka was serving at 121mph (196.2k/ph), a speed matched only by Serena Williams.

This year alone, she has unleashed 184 aces across all surfaces. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I think for me, Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;m kind of comfortable with clay now. Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s just like I randomly slip. I feel like if I can get that under control, Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll be good.â&#x20AC;?

Her status in the womenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s game in general will endure even wider exposure in 2020 when she is likely to shape the image of the Tokyo Olympics.

Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s all a far cry from the days when Mari used to get the better of her younger sibling when they were growing up in the US. Back then, Naomi always had that something extra even if it wasnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t immediately apparent. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Sometimes I think she was throwing the matches on purpose JUST SO THAT WE COULD kNISH PRACTICE quicker,â&#x20AC;? recalls Mari. â&#x20AC;&#x153;So the moment she started trying, I was getting pissed off.â&#x20AC;? AFP

Fierce duel up as 2019 Taiwan Open unwraps THE best of PGA of Taiwan (TPGA) and the top guns of Philippine Golf Tour Asia slug it out in what promises to be a slam-bang start to the Daan Taiwan Open beginning today (Thursday, May 23) at the Ching Chuan Kang Golf Club in Taichung.

While the hosts are expected to cash in one their local knowledge of the par-72 layout, the Philippine-based shotmakers are all geared up for four days of battle in shotmaking, iron play and putting not only for top honors but also for bragging RIGHTS AS THE WINNER OF THE kRST 0'4 !SIA event held overseas.

The $100,000 championship is actuALLY THE kRST OF TWO 0'4 !SIA TOURNAments set in Taiwan with the Nan Pao TPGA Open slated on Sept. 26-29 at Nan Pao Golf Club in Tainan City. It also

serves as the second leg of PGTAâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s third season with the sponsoring ICTSI and organizing Pilipinas Golf Tournaments, Inc. lining up a third tournament abroad and talks to hold future legs in other pars of Asia, including Indonesia, Singapore, Thailand and Malaysia are also ongoing.

Thai Namchok Tantipokhakul, who topped the PGTAâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s kickoff leg at Luisita last month, heads the talent-laden PGTA bets who include Jay Bayron, the lone Filipino entry in the elite roster that also drew shotmakers from the US, Sweden, Australia, Colombia, Scotland, Malaysia, Argentina, South Africa and Korea.

Multi-titled Tony LascuĂąa is actually set to help anchor the countryâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s bid in the event but withdrew at the last minute due to hand injury while the other Pinoy aces â&#x20AC;&#x201D; Angelo Que and Juvic Pagunsan

â&#x20AC;&#x201D; have committed to play in the Japan PGA Tour also starting today and inaugural PGTA Order of Merit champion Miguel Tabuena is vying in the European Tour in Denmark.

But the PGTA cast remains as formidable as ever with Kammalas Namuangruk, Natthapong Niyomchon and Donlapatchai Niyomchon, also from Thailand, along with Marcos Pastor of Spain, Singaporeâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Choo Tze Huang and Japanese Keita Sudo ready for a shootout with the TPGA aces.

The Taiwanese will be headed by the TPGAâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s current OOM leader Lin Guanbo with joint No. 2 Lu Weizhi and Wang Weilun, and Song Mengyu, Zhan Yixin and Qiu Wei, who share the No. 4 spot, backstopping the hostsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; title drive in the event serving as the third leg of TPGA.

Other local aces vying for the top $17,500 purse are No. 7 Wang Congjie, and joint ninth-running Yu Yuchen and Zhang Zheyu along with Xu Lipeng, Hong Jianwei, Lin Wentang, Ye Weizhi, Takato and He Youcheng while the PGTA cast includes Thais WIsut Artjanawat, Thammasack Bouahom, Wongsakorn Choowong, Chonlatit Chuenboonngam, Jaturon Duangphaichoom, Pasavee Lertvilai, Nirun Sae-ueng and Panuwat Muenlek, Singaporeâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Vikkash Babu, Gabriel Cheok and Deng Shan Koh; Aussies Jack Lane Weston and Sam Gervinas, South African Luke Trocado, Swede Fredrik From, Malaysian Kai Jei Low,Colombiaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Mateo Gomez and Sebastian Lopez, Charles Lee and Tarik Can of the US and Japanese Keisuke Takahashi, Ikeda Yu and Seiji Yanagisawa.

Tellez has 2 HRs, 5 RBIs and Jays power past Red Sox 10-3 TORONTO: It turns out Rowdy Tellez can hit left-handers, too.

Tellez went deep twice and collected a career-high five RBIs, leading the Toronto Blue Jays to a 10-3 victory over the Boston Red Sox. It was the first multihomer game for the 24-year-old rookie, who bats from the left side. Three of his eight homers this season have come against lefty pitching, including his two against Eduardo RodrĂ­guez (3-4) on Tues-

day night. He is batting .314 with 12 RBIs against lefties. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;m just glad (manager) Charlie (Montoyo) gives me every opportunity to face (left-handers),â&#x20AC;? Tellez said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;m just trying to take advantage of it. It JUST DOES A LOT FOR MY CONkDENCE when he throws me

in the lineup and lets me face them.â&#x20AC;?

Tellez put Toronto ahead to stay in the fourth inning, belting a two-run shot off THE THIRD DECK FAÂ&#x201D;ADE ABOVE RIGHT kELD Randal Grichuk followed with a drive to left for his eighth homer.

Tellez then made it 6-0 with a three-

Q Toronto Blue Jaysâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; Rowdy Tellez watches his three-run home run against the Boston Red Sox during the fifth inning of a baseball game Tuesday (Wednesday in Manila) in Toronto. It was Tellezâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s second homer of the night. AP PHOTO

RUN SHOT TO RIGHT CENTER IN THE kFTH â&#x20AC;&#x153;For u s a s an offense, itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s good to go out there and play well behind a good start from one of our top pitchers,â&#x20AC;?

Tellez said.

Blue Jays righthander Marcus Stroman (2-6) issued a season-high six walks in six innings, but limited the Red Sox to one

RUN AND kVE HITS Stroman has been hurt by poor run support this year, but he said he was never concerned. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I knew guys would break out at some point,â&#x20AC;? he said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;m not really worried about the run support. Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s a really long year. I have a lot of faith in my guys each and every time out.â&#x20AC;?

Mitch Moreland, Rafael Devers and Jackie Bradley Jr. connected for Boston, but the defending World Series champions were largely held in check after winning 12-2 in the series opener Monday.

Boston had won RodrĂ­guezâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s last seven starts. He was charged with six RUNS AND SIX HITS IN kVE INNINGS (E HAD GONE kVE STRAIGHT GAMES WITHout allowing a homer. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Just missing location and throwing the wrong pitch at the wrong time, thatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s what I think,â&#x20AC;? RodrĂ­guez said.

Manager Alex Cora said he was surprised to see RodrĂ­guez struggle so much against lefties such. Before Tuesdayâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s game he was giving up a .351 average to lefties in 2019, well above his career rate of .273. â&#x20AC;&#x153;He was very dominant last year I think against lefties,â&#x20AC;? Cora said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We even used him like that in the playoffs to get lefties out. It hasnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t happened this AP year so weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll take a look.â&#x20AC;?

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Malling is more fun in the Philippines

Q SM and DoT executives with Mandaluyong Mayor Menchie Abalos (fifth from left) as special guest.

M Supermalls partners with the The unveiling was attended by ING -ANDALUYONG -AYOR -ENCHIE Philippine Department of Tour- (from left) Jollibeeâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Brand Chief !BALOS $O4 3ECRETARY "ERNA 2OMUism (DoT) for â&#x20AC;&#x153;Malling is More Fun -ARKETING /FkCER &RANCIS &LORES 3- LO 0UYAT -ANDALUYONG #OUNCILOR in the Philippinesâ&#x20AC;? campaign in SM Supermarket President Joey Men- #HARISSE !BALOS 6ARGAS !SIA S malls nationwide â&#x20AC;&#x201D; unveiled on May DOZA $O4 !SSISTANT 3ECRETARY 6ERNA "EST &EMALE #HEF -ARGARITA &ORES

17 at the SM Mega Fashion Hall.

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!60 FOR /PERATIONS )AN -ATHAY $O4 .#2 /FFICER IN #HARGE #ATHERINE !GUSTIN AND 3- 3UPERMALLS 360 FOR -ARKETING *ONJON 3AN !GUSTIN &OR MORE INFORMATION VISIT www.smsupermalls.com.

DoLE-NAPC sign pact on implementation of basic sector agenda 4/ FORMALIZE THEIR CONTINUED PARTNERSHIP

,ABOR 3ECRETARY 3ILVESTRE "ELLO RD CENTER

SEATED .ATIONAL !NTI 0OVERTY #OMMISSION .!0# 3ECRETARY .OEL &ELONGCO LEFT SEATED AND .!0# &ORMAL ,ABOR AND -IGRANT 7ORKERS 3ECTOR &,-73 #OUNCIL -EMBER $ANILO ,ASERNA FORGED A MEMORANDUM OF AGREEMENT on the promotion and implementation of the BASIC SECTOR AGENDA AND WORK AND kNANCIAL PLAN DURING A CEREMONY AT THE $EPARTMENT OF ,ABOR AND %MPLOYMENT #ONFERENCE 2OOM

)NTRAMUROS -ANILA ON -AY 7ITNESSING THE EVENT ARE ,ABOR !SSISTANT 3ECRETARY "ENJO 3ANTOS "ENAVIDEZ AND OTHER .!0# /FkCIALS

Winners named in Objectif Atlantide Underwater Investigation in Puerto Galera

05%24/ 'ALERA S UNIQUE MARINE LIFE MERITED THE INTENSIVE SURVEY AND EXploration made by divers from France and Switzerland who participated in the recent second /BJECTIF !TLANTIDE 5NDERWATER )NVESTIGATION Mounted by the Department of Tourism - Dive Philippines in partnership with the French association /BJECTIF !TLANTIDE TWO MULTIPLE record holder free divers went headto-head against scuba divers to solve A MYSTERY BY EXPLORING THE UNIQUE MARINE LIFE OF 0UERTO 'ALERA g)N THE 5NDERWATER )NVESTIGATION

the participants followed clues that brought them underwater to take photos of species found around 0UERTO 'ALERA 4HIS EXPERIENCE TEACHES them that not only are there a lot of

DIFFERENT SPECIES HERE BUT ALSO WHICH KIND THEY ARE u SAID /BJECTIF !TLANTIDE founder Daniel Meouchy.

Team Scubalandâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Pauline ThomAS AND !URELIE 0INEAU EMERGED AS THIS YEAR S WINNERS SUCCESSfully defending their title from the competitionâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s first edition held in #ABILAO "OHOL LAST YEAR 4HE SCUBA DIVING TANDEM BESTED PAIRS OF DIVERS INCLUDING FIVE TIME WORLD champion and four-time world record HOLDER !RTHUR 'UÂźRIN "OžRI AND &RENCH NATIONAL RECORD HOLDER !LICE -ODOLO +ARINE #HEURFA AND 3OPHIE Comminges of Team Esprit de la 0LONGÂźE FROM 3WITZERLAND BAGGED THE SECOND SPOT WHILE (ERVÂź 0AGES AND -ARTINE "ONNEVAY !ILLAUD OF 4EAM 4½TES "ULLÂźES kNISHED THIRD

P350-M resort opens in Calapan City

Spicing up Tayabas with Primark Town Center 3/-%4().' EXCITING IS COOKING up in Tayabas as Philippine Primark 0ROPERTIES )NC RECENTLY OPENED ITS 37th branch at the scenic city by the foot of legendary Mt. Banahaw in time for the Mayohan sa Tayabas and Pahiyas festivals. ! PART OF THE ,+9 'ROUP OF #OMPANIES 0RIMARK OFFERS SHOPping convenience through welldesigned customer-friendly faciliTIES QUALITY PRODUCTS AND KEY CONsumer services such as banks and THE GOVERNMENT RUN POST OFkCE !S 4AYABAS BIGGEST COMMERCIAL CENTER THE TOWN CENTER WILL PROvide residents with well-known brands and opportunities for home-grown entrepreneurs to grow their businesses. The community mall will also serve as the new recreational hub with the

Q At the opening are Carlos Dave Nonan, WTA Architecture and Design Studio architect; Jacquilyn Bartolome, Primark engineering assistant; Tim Zhang of Ale Builders Construction; Rym Altavas, Primark regional south manager; Rico Orticio,facility maintenance supervisor; Jamila Jane Zamora, leasing assistant; Ma. Ellysa Katrene Boledo, leasing officer; COO Ben Lua; Mariela Quilala, marketing officer; Mildred Tadiosa, administrative officer; Ace Lopez, special projects officer; Helmina Morales, account payables supervisor; and Raymund Tampus, marketing assistant.

DAILY :UMBA ACTIVITIES AND EXCITING monthly promotional activities. !CCORDING TO 0RIMARK #HIEF /PERATING /FkCER "EN ,UA THE kRM IS A VITAL PARTNER OF LOCAL

governments in creating a vibrant FREE ENTERPRISE IN THE COUNTRYSIDE

BY OPERATING 4OWN #ENTERS 6ILlage Centers and public markets IN MORE THAN KEY CITIES AND

urban centers which have notable ECONOMIC GROWTH MANIFESTED IN high consumption patterns.

For more information and leasing OPPORTUNITIES VISIT primark.com.ph.

Tibayanihan Crew to help rebuild community in Marawi !,-/34 TWO YEARS AFTER THE LIBERATION OF -ARAWI #ITY FROM )3)3 INSPIRED TERRORISTS IN /CTOBER

evacuees from ground zero or the most affected area of the siege still remain displaced in transitional shelters and in other nearby towns.

The problem of unemployment and the delay in rebuilding their homes continue to be a challenge.

3OME EVACUEES FACE DIFkCULTIES DUE TO THE OPEN DRAINAGE IN !REA 1 Transitional Shelter in SagonSONGAN -ARAWI #ITY Other stakeholders like government agencies and non-government ORGANIZATIONS ALSO FACE DIFkCULTIES ON how to solve the problem. â&#x20AC;&#x153;There are a lot of needs. Sometimes we get overwhelmed. But we are blessed because we have partners like 2EPUBLIC #EMENT 7E ARE THINKING OF ways on how we can help the com-

Q Marawi Tibayanihan Crew munity and at the same time provide ALTERNATIVE SOURCE OF LIVELIHOOD u SAID 2EYNALDO !NTONIO ,AGUDA EXECUTIVE director of Philippine Business for Social Progress (PBSP).

4O ADDRESS THESE URGENT NEEDS

2EPUBLIC #EMENT AND 0"30 partnered for the project called

g-ARAWI 4IBAYANIHAN 2EBUILDING Homes for a Stronger Marawi.â&#x20AC;? g7E ARE FUNDING THE PROJECT TO TRAIN construction workers especially masons to make their work more safe and SOUND 7E CALL THEM THE Tibayanihan CREW !SIDE FROM PROVIDING INCOME

we are also helping ensure the steady

SUPPLY OF CEMENT 7E ARE MANUFACTURing a cement called Mindanao. This WILL BE EXCLUSIVELY DISTRIBUTED FOR THE REHABILITATION OF -ARAWI #ITY u SAID 2ENATO 3UNICO PRESIDENT OF 2EPUBLIC #EMENT "UILDING -ATERIALS )NC &OR MORE INFORMATION VISIT www.republiccement.com.

Hotel Sogo donates to fire affected individuals in Quezon City !3 PART OF ITS #ORPORATE 3OCIAL 2ESPONSIBILITY #32 THE g3OGO #ARESu PROGRAM OF (OTEL 3OGO EXTENDED ITS HELP TO MORE THAN affected individuals of the recent fire incidents that swept three residential areas in Quezon City. ,ATE AFTERNOON OF !PRIL

fire with highest general alarm RAZED "ARANGAY "AESA "ARANgay Bahay Toro and Barangay Sinagtala which is around five kilometers apart.

Hotel Sogo immediately conducted a relief operation to give assistance to the hundreds of homeless individual by providing Sogo Cares pack consisted of food items such as packed NOODLES AND CANNED GOODS ,IN-

ens and bath towels were also distributed that will help them with their basic needs. g!SIDE FROM PROVIDING QUALity hotel services to our clients NATIONWIDE (OTEL 3OGO STAYS true to its mission in giving BACK TO THE COMMUNITY 7E wanted to help these people t o e a s e t h e i r s u f f e r i n g s by providing aid such as food and non-food items which are part OF THEIR ESSENTIAL NEEDS u SAID 3 U E ' E M I N I A N O M A R K E T I N G manager of Hotel Sogo.

The operation is under their Sogo Cares program which started in 1998 as Hotel Sogo donated linens and pillow cases als after a strong tropical deto the flood-affected individu- pression hit the country.

&OR MORE INFORMATION VISIT www.hotelsogo.com.

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through its subsidiary Jolliville ,EISURE AND 2ESORT #ORP *,2#

officially opened on May 17 a 0 MILLION THEMED WATER PARK IN #ALAPAN #ITY /RIENTAL -INDORO 'UESTS AND DEVELOPERS OF *OLLY 7AVES 7ATER 0ARK AND 2ESORT perform the ribbon cutting ceremony to signify the formal

opening of the leisure project.

During the opening are (from LEFT -AYOR )NA !LEGRE OF 0OLA /RIental Mindoro; Oriental Mindoro 'OV !LFONSO 5MALI *R "USINESSWOMAN ,OURDES 4ING *OLLIVILLE (OLDINGS 'ROUP #HAIRMAN *OLLY 4ING #ALAPAN #ITY -AYOR !RNAN Panaligan and Mayor Salvador Py OF 3AN 4EODORO /RIENTAL -INDORO

DBP eyeing more projects in Mindanao 34!4% 25. $EVELOPMENT "ANK OF the Philippines (DBP) is working CLOSELY WITH THE .ATIONAL 'OVERNMENT IN EXTENDING FINANCING TO critical development initiatives especially in former strife-torn areas IN -INDANAO A SENIOR OFkCIAL SAID $"0 0RESIDENT AND #HIEF %XECUTIVE /FkCER %MMANUEL (ERBOSA SAID the bank would capitalize on the improved peace and order situation in the region to pump in more fundING SUPPORT FOR PUBLIC INFRASTRUCTURE

SOCIAL SERVICES FOOD SECURITY AND LOCAL industry development projects. g7E WANT TO ASSIST IN FOOD SECURITY projects and improve the level of social services and infrastructure to help Mindanao achieve its full POTENTIAL u (ERBOSA SAID ,AST WEEK (ERBOSA ALONG WITH A contingent led by Presidential Peace

!DVISER #ARLITO 'ALVEZ *R WENT ON A TWO DAY VISIT IN FORMER -ORO )SLAMIC ,IBERATION &RONT -),& #AMP "ILAL TO MEET WITH (ADJI !BDULLAH -AKAPAAR FORMERLY KNOWN AS #OMMANDER "RAVO TO EXPLORE POSSIBLE business opportunities in the area.

4HE CAMP WHICH WAS A FORMER -),& STRONGHOLD IS ONE OF SIX CAMPS IDENTIkED FOR TRANSFORMATION into â&#x20AC;&#x153;productive agricultural areasâ&#x20AC;?

UNDER THE lAGSHIP #OMPREHENSIVE !GREEMENT ON THE "ANGSAMORO OF THE .ATIONAL 'OVERNMENT 5NDER THE AGREEMENT $"0 WOULD SERVE AS kNANCIAL ADVISOR OF -IN$! FOR MAJOR INFRASTRUCTURE AND OTHER PROJECTS AS WELL AS A POSsible loan provider for proposed ventures in the southern islands to GENERATE EMPLOYMENT PARTICULARLY in the Bangsamoro areas.

QC celebrates Earth Day 2019 THE 1UEZON #ITY GOVERNMENT

through its Environment ProtecTION AND 7ASTE -ANAGEMENT $EPARTMENT %07-$ CONDUCTED A series of activities in celebration of THE %ARTH $AY !CCORDING TO %07-$ 3PECIAL #LEANING 'ROUP 3ECTION #HIEF -ANNY 2IOS THE CITY GOVERNMENT initiated the month-long program to promote the importance of protecting the environment. !CTIVITIES INCLUDE CLEAN UP DRIVES

ECOBRICK MAKING WORKSHOP TRADING of single-use PET to reusable plastic bottles and Earth Day jam.

2ESIDENTS FROM VARIOUS BARANgays attended the ecobrick-making WORKSHOP ORGANIZED BY THE CITY GOVERNMENT WITH 0URE %ARTH

'LOBAL %COBRICK !LLIANCE AND Ecobricks Philippines. /VER KILOS OF 0%4 BOTTLES

were collected at the trading of single-use PET bottles to reusable PLASTIC BOTTLES A PROGRAM PIOneered by the city.

"ARANGAYS FROM DISTRICT ALSO participated in the clean-up drive in Dario Creek and Talipapa Creek.

The celebration concluded with %ARTH $AY JAM AN ANNUAL ENVIRONmental summer concert.

2IOS URGED THE CITY RESIDENTS TO CONTINUE TO PROTECT THE ENVIRONMENT

even if it is not earth day.

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www.manilatimes.net Q The new Popeyes in Arcovia, Pasig is the first Popeyes branch in the world to carry the modern look of the chain.

Q World-famous Popeyes chicken â&#x20AC;&#x201D; crispy on the ouside, juicy on the inside and packed with Louisianaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s big and bold flavors.

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VEN before Popeyes opened its doors in Manila on May 16, Filipinos have always had a connection with this American fried chicken chain.

Those who have been abroad, particularly in the United States, where Popeyes is highly popular; those who have transited in Hong Kong en route to the Philippines and made it their agenda to visit Popeyes; or those who have relatives coming home with Popeyes as pasalubong were arguably the MOST EXCITED WHEN IT kNALLY STARTED cooking and serving again, this time in Arcovia, Pasig.

These group of people were perhaps the majority who joined the line that snaked around the fast food restaurant and patiently waited for hours to be served with the chainâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s famous fried

chicken, equally fan favorite original honey biscuits, Cajun rice and chicken tenders.

French connection Founded in New Orleans in 1972

by Al Copeland, Popeyes was named after detective Jimmy â&#x20AC;&#x153;Popeyeâ&#x20AC;? Doyle, in the novel-turnedkLM g&RENCH #ONNECTION u Popeyes distinguishes itself with a unique New Orleans style menu FEATURING BIG BOLD lAVORS It caught the taste buds of many diners not just in the US but around the globe as well, including those from the Philippines,

which is considered a fried chicken nation. So much so that Popeyes once had branches in the country but totally shut down its Philippine operations in 2007.

Twelve years later, Popeyes is back along with its 47-year heritage to satisfy old and new customers alike. â&#x20AC;&#x153;What weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re bringing here is the lAVORS OF 0OPEYES COMING FROM Louisiana,â&#x20AC;? shared Francis Reyes, #HIEF &INANCE /FkCER OF +UYA * Group of Companies, the group responsible in bringing the new Popeye's in the country, in an interview at the chainâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s opening.

The executive explained that while Louisiana is a melting pot of various cultures, the most dominant is clearly from France. â&#x20AC;&#x153;French in American culture is in the Louisiana way of life and itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s very evident in their Cajun or Creole style of cooking. There are many ways to explain what a Louisiana

recipe is, but to me it is simply lAVOR Â&#x2021; BIG AND BOLD lAVORS

something that Filipinos really like,â&#x20AC;? Reyes added.

Besides the shared love for flavors and fried chicken, Reyes believes the new Popeyes will be a hit in the country because of the overall feel of the restaurant. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We are big fans of parties and celebrations, just like celebrations in New Orleans. And thatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s what we are trying make Filipinos appreciate. It is in our system, we are celebratory in nature and just like the citizens of New Orleans, we celebrate with our food.â&#x20AC;?

Philippine exclusives Combining heritage with the new, Filipinos are also in for exclusive treats.

The newly opened branch in !RCOVIA IS ACTUALLY THE kRST BRANCH in the world to carry Popeyesâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;

Q Equal fan favorites are the Popeyes biscuits with Philippine-exclusive hazelnut and white chocolate flavors (inset). new restaurant image. Existing and new branches would soon carry the theme. â&#x20AC;&#x153;The new Popeyes is very hip, millennial and colorful.

Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s something that will make you feel homey, comfortable and excited to enjoy your meal or snacks,â&#x20AC;? Reyes boasted.

Menu-wise, there are also exclusive items on the list that would DEkNITELY MAKE &ILIPINOS PROUD â&#x20AC;&#x153;We really tried to understand the palate of Filipinos and their love not just for chicken but also for sweet and savory dishes,â&#x20AC;? he said.

As a result, Popeyes is bringing not just the chicken and biscuit COMBO BUT THE CRAB SOUP kSH AND shrimp sandwiches, and the exclusive spaghetti on the menu as well.

â&#x20AC;&#x153;There is no other Popeyes across the globe which has sweet spaghetti,â&#x20AC;? Reyes declared.

Another set of Philippine exclusives are the hazelnut and white chocolate biscuits, two new lAVORS BESIDES THE ORIGINAL HONEY

that currently cannot be found anywhere else. â&#x20AC;&#x153;There is a big chance that we are rolling them out across the globe so IF YOU EVER kND THESE lAVORS IN THE US, you have to eat it with pride because it started in the Philippines.â&#x20AC;?

Armed with old charm and new offerings, Popeyes is off to an excitING AND BUSY kRST YEAR WHAT WITH Reyesâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; revelation that they will be opening at least 20 more stores in 2019 alone. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I know for sure, this is going to be very successful. Filipinos love to be happy when they are eating chicken and thatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s what Popeyes is bringing,â&#x20AC;? he said.

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DDED as an original entry to the lineup of Philippine concerts and festivals early this month was Cinco de Mayhem â&#x20AC;&#x201D; a takeoff from the Mexican Cinco de Mayo holiday.

The energetic celebration in the country came in to provide a platform for the new wave of Original Pilipino Music (OPM), showcasing Filipino talent through art, food and fashion as well.

â&#x20AC;&#x153;The goal of Cinco de Mayhem is to celebrate life, the summer, and this season coming to an end,â&#x20AC;? said actor and musician Alexander Diaz, who also served as creative director, Q Movie and music star Nadine Lustre

at a media roundtable.

His brainchild promised a mix of the rich Cinco de Mayo culture matched with the good music, WHICH IS ALSO THE kRST CELEBRATION of its kind in the country. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Compared to other festivals, they just burn a hole in your pocket and you donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t get the bang for your buck. Our goal here isnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t to earn, itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s to give people access to the experience weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve put together,â&#x20AC;? he added. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Cinco de Mayo is not a festival, itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s just celebrated as a holiday in Mexico.

It was an American tradition that turned it into a party. What Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;m trying to do is to turn it into something where everyone can experience it and have a good time,â&#x20AC;? Diaz continued.

Q A colorful, gigantic installation by the entrance sets up the tone of the Cinco de Mayhem Music Festival. CONTRIBUTED PHOTOS

Q Actor and musician James Reid

Culturally enriching experience The festival was held at the open grounds of Vista Mall along Daanghari in Cavite. Despite it being far from the hustle and bustle of the city, it was enough to accommodate the activities the festival offered, which included AN INlATABLE SLIDE FOOD AND DRINK booths, face paint stations, and two large art installations by Leeroy New and Georjanno Abenoja.

Diaz revealed that since the

Q Bret Jackson pumps up crowd

Q Kiana Valenciano

Q Performer and festival creative director Alexander Diaz team thought of making Cinco de Mayhem a yearly festival, the inaugural edition was a way to introduce Mexican culture. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Wala na tayong post-college party weekend so we wanted to take that and become the premiere Cinco de Mayo. At the same time, we donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t want to be known as just that, we want to be known as a culturally enriching experience where we learn about Mexican culture. Year after year, we hope to be more culturally accurate and delve deeper into their history.â&#x20AC;?

Energetic performances Performers were composed of a good mix â&#x20AC;&#x201D; from the R&B

Jeremy Zucker and his carefree, cathartic music B

EFORE entrancing listeners across the world, 21-year-old American singer, songwriter, and producer Jeremy Zucker had been quietly carving out his distinct sound from a bedroom in suburban New Jersey.

A fusion of organic airy beats, lush soundtrack-style soundscapes, and biting tumblr-worthy lyricism, Zuckerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s catalog is eclectic: equally care-free and effortless as it is introspectively cathartic. )N :UCKER RELEASED HIS kRST OFkCIAL %0 TITLED g"EACH )SLAND u The project saw a small amount of success and from there he steadily began to build a dedicated fan base. Later that year he released a number of singles that would eventually be packaged together as an EP titled â&#x20AC;&#x153;Breathe.â&#x20AC;? The projectâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s breakout single â&#x20AC;&#x153;Bout Itâ&#x20AC;? quickly garnered millions of streams as it organically spread across Soundcloud and Spotify, drawing the attention of curators and fans across the world.

In 2016 Zucker released his third EP, â&#x20AC;&#x153;Motions,â&#x20AC;? the most prominent of the three projects, which continued the momentum of his QUICKLY GROWING PROkLE After signing to Republic Records in 2017, he released his major label debut EP, â&#x20AC;&#x153;idle,â&#x20AC;? led by his breakthrough single â&#x20AC;&#x153;talk is overratedâ&#x20AC;?. The single features Blackbear and has over 16 million streams on Spotify since its release.

He kicked off 2018 with his most recent EP â&#x20AC;&#x153;glisten,â&#x20AC;? including the single â&#x20AC;&#x153;all the kids are depressedâ&#x20AC;? then released the same year another EP called â&#x20AC;&#x153;summerâ&#x20AC;? with the single â&#x20AC;&#x153;comethru.â&#x20AC;?

Last March, he released a duet version of â&#x20AC;&#x153;comethruâ&#x20AC;? featuring Bea Miller. Both solo and duet versions entered Spotify Philippines

warming luckily.

What made you decide to release a duet version with Bea -ILLER AFTER kRST RELEASING gCOMEthruâ&#x20AC;? as a solo single?

I have been actually a fan of Bea Millerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s music for a long time. We Top 50 and Philippines Viral 50 connected a couple of months as well. Quezon City, Philippines before the remix. I thought that it is now the No. 1 city from where would be great for the song to have people listen around the world on a duet, so I just approached her Spotify where Zucker has more like, â&#x20AC;&#x153;do you want to do this song than 500 million Global streams. with me?â&#x20AC;? And she said, â&#x20AC;&#x153;yeah, of course!â&#x20AC;? so we â&#x20AC;&#x153;comewent down to thruâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;sâ&#x20AC;? the studio and streams furwe got this vidther shot eo. It came out up when really awesome BTS tweeted so itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s cool to about the have that verartist and sion out. the song.

How was it Music working with Geek reher? cently had Sheâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s a very a phone eclectic person. interview When I meet with this people for the former inkRST TIME ) USUdependentally get shy and t u r n e d - Q Jeremy Zucker takes a little to signed major CONTRIBUTED PHOTO open up. When label artist, thanks to the efforts of Luigi Mal- she walked through the door, she made it easy for me to open up lari of MCA Music.

What is your single â&#x20AC;&#x153;comethruâ&#x20AC;? and just making suggestions back and forth and we felt like thereâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s all about?

The single â&#x20AC;&#x153;comethruâ&#x20AC;? is about nothing holding us back in terms this past summer. I had just gradu- of ideas. She did her part in the ated college and moved home to recording booth in about 45 minmy parentsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; house in New Jersey utes and I was blown away by her where I grew up. It was an in be- powerful voice that sometimes can tween window where I just gradu- be soft and gentle.

What to you is the difference ated college and Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;m made up as in just pursuing music and I have between working for a major everything aligned in my career to label compared to being an inkNALLY GET TO CHASE MY DREAM 4HE dependent artist?

Honestly, the biggest difference song is just about that. Life doesnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t feel the way that is close to you is if you are signed with a major at the same time, itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s kind of just label, you can reach a lot more

MUSIC GEEK MUS MARK BONIFACIO

people, fulfill and create more space as an artist which I found out recently. My music videos actually are being handled by the best people. The label helps you prepare things which I couldnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t do [on my own] which is awesome.

Career highlights so far?

Being on Spotify with the Philippines as one of my top countries in the world, which is crazy because I havenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t even been there. â&#x20AC;&#x153;comethruâ&#x20AC;? being played on radio stations around the world which is huge. A sold out tour which is one of the biggest tours Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve ever done.

Played in so many festivals, made such fans and hear their stories and how my music has affected them.

It has been a ride!

It is amazing as corny as it sounds to have a lot of support especially from the Philippines.

Are there plans for you to come to the Philippines this year?

This year I would say I canâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t, but my team are working hard to get me over there as soon as possible.

How does it feel to have such a dedicated fan base and how do you take care of them?

That is a great question. I just make music in my room, from the heart and I make music from the heart that I put my everything into it. I think for my fans, my music is more than just background music.

I think it really affects people. I make sure that when my music comes out people get excited about it then people will stick around.

Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;m gonna keep creating my art.

Music to me is a show of emotion.

It is emotion in complete form.

Any message to your fans in the Philippines?

Thank you guys so much for supporting me and my music.

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themes of Careless Music Manila, a group of artists headed

by James Reid, Bret Jackson, and Nadine Lustre â&#x20AC;&#x201D; to the more mainstream verses of Kiana Valenciano and Quest, who provided a new and different side of OPM. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Our memo to the artists was to somehow incorporate the Mexican theme in their lineup [through instruments or genres.]

To the DJs, yung directive namin was to try to play some reggaeton, na hindi lang nakatingin sa stage, puwede rin sumasayaw sa grass,â&#x20AC;? Diaz shared.

The reggaeton genre was truly present all throughout, beginning as early as the festival grounds opened at two in the

afternoon, setting the theme for celebration all the way until the night ended. g)T S OUR kRST YEAR AND EVERYthing went well, and it looked like everyone had fun. Behind the scenes, itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s total chaos but itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s good chaos. All of my best friends were on stage performing or on the ground as well,â&#x20AC;? he enthused. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s such a dream come true.

All I wanted was for all these people to enjoy what we worked so hard on. Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s a good energy.

People interacted with the art, ate, danced, and had a good time. The takeaway here is that Cinco de Mayhem is not a party, itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s an experience,â&#x20AC;? Diaz ended.

YouTube FanFest returns to Manila WELL-LOVED YouTube stars from 100K subscribers and 19 channels the Philippines and around the with over one million subscribers world gather for an exclusive live last year. show and exciting meet-up with â&#x20AC;&#x153;Weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re thrilled to bring YouTube their fans on May 26 at the Mall of FanFest back to the Philippines!

Asia (MOA) Arena.

What started with a simple tweet Now on its fifth year, YouTube from the YouTube community in FanFest returns to Manila with 2015 has turned into a movement.

Globe Telecom and P&G as co-preItâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s amazing to see generations of senters. This editionâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s local Filipino talent shine onstage stellar lineup features alongside internaa mix of talented intertional creators. national creators Alex The energy, Wassabi and Matt enthusiasm and Steffanina and local excitement here is sensations Ranz Kyle unbelievable, and and Niana Guerrero, itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s the reason why Hannah Kathleen, we love coming to JaMill, ThatsBella, the Philippines,â&#x20AC;? said Rei Germar, Ken Marc Lefkowitz, Head San Jose, Brains of YouTube Creator Q Alex Wassabi techKnowlogy, and Artist DevelopAndrea Brillantes, Pament APAC. mela Swing, AC Bonifacio and Hype Tickets are available Streetball. at SMTickets. YouTube creators FanFest is keeping its tradition will also be giving away their own of letting fans get up close and per- tickets to the show and meet-andsonal with their internet favorites greet sessions trhough their social for a night filled with music, dance media channels. and lots of fun. Followers of these stars also get to know the daily life of a YouTube star from creating to uploading YouTube videos in themed booths and studios during the festivities.

The Filipino YouTube community is getting bigger and more exciting â&#x20AC;&#x201D; now with over 750 channels that reached 100K subscribers, and more than 60 channels with over one million subscribers.

That is a jump from Q Ranz Kyle and Niana Guerrero just 300 channels with

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BY EUGENE SHEFFER

»HOROSCOPE Today’s Birthday (05/23/19). Fall in love again this year. Profit together with cooperation and coordination. Guard private time for reflection. An especially profitable summer comes before a shared financial obstacle. Your collaboration gets lucrative next winter, leading to a personal income shift. Share resources, opportunities and passion.

To get the advantage, check the day’s rating: 10 is the easiest day, 0 the most challenging.

ARIES (MARCH 21-APRIL 19) -- Today is an 8 -- Teamwork propels satisfying accomplishments. Align words and actions to forward a common cause. Coordinate to ensure that critical priorities get managed. Clean up later.

TAURUS (APRIL 20-MAY 20) -- Today is a 9 -- Take charge at work. Your professional leadership makes things happen. Someone important is watching. Ignore distractions or controversies. Give it your best shot.

GEMINI (MAY 21-JUNE 20) -- Today is an 8 -- Follow your curiosity, and go exploring. Your wanderings can take you farther than anticipated. Don’t react without thinking. Keep costs down with detailed advance planning.

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LEO (JULY 23-AUG. 22) -- Today is a 9 -- Compromise for a mutually beneficial solution with your partner. Communicate to resolve potential challenges before they grow. Words and action get farther now.

VIRGO (AUG. 23-SEPT. 22) -- Today is an 8 -- Dig into a big job.

Back up words with physical action. Adapt to changes. Rely on someone you can trust. Wear sensible shoes.

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1. MOVIES: What was the name of the team in the movie “Major League”?

2. U.S. PRESIDENTS: Who was the first president to be born in the 20th century?

3. ANATOMY: In the human body, where are the islets of Langerhans located?

4. HISTORY: Who commanded the first space shuttle into space?

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6. TELEVISION: What tagline described this 1960s cop drama as “one white, one black and one blonde”?

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9. PSYCHOLOGY: What is gamophobia a fear of?

10. ADVERTISING: Which popular brand of cigarettes was named after an animal?

BY NANCY BLACK LIBRA (SEPT. 23-OCT. 22) -- Today is an 8 -- Go for substance over symbolism. Show your love in concrete and practical ways. Keep your promises. Generously listen. Your gifts return to you multiplied.

SCORPIO (OCT. 23-NOV. 21) -- Today is a 7 -- Make a long-desired home improvement. Put your energy behind a domestic project.

Avoid family sensitivities. You may need to make a mess. Realize a dream.

SAGITTARIUS (NOV. 22-DEC. 21) -- Today is a 9 -- The creative process could get chaotic. Sparks could fly. Pour your heart into your expression, and polish the movement. Get obsessed with the details.

CAPRICORN (DEC. 22-JAN. 19) -- Today is an 8 -- Align words and actions to generate income. Make deals, and put terms in writing.

It’s OK to challenge the status quo. Get into a profitable groove.

AQUARIUS (JAN. 20-FEB. 18) -- Today is a 9 -- Prepare to launch a personal project. Follow through with agreements. Take advantage of your power and confidence for your cause. Participate with a powerful conversation.

PISCES (FEB. 19-MARCH 20) -- Today is a 7 -- Contemplate your next moves. Make private time to review your plans and objectives.

Avoid controversy, noise or crowds. Relax and recharge in peaceful settings.

(Astrologer Nancy Black continues her mother Linda Black’s legacy horoscopes column. She welcomes comments and questions on Twitter, @LindaCBlack. For more astrological interpretations like today’s Gemini horoscope, visit Linda Black Astrology by clicking daily horoscopes, or go to www.nancyblack.com.)

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Brigada Eskwela 2019 kicks off

Q Aboitiz team members cover books to help prepare schools in Taguig City and Pateros ahead of the opening of classes. CONTRIBUTED PHOTO

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OLUNTEERS from the public and private sectors across the country trooped to public elementary and high schools on May 20 for the launch of the 16th Brigada Eskuwela of the Department of Education (DepEd), with the theme â&#x20AC;&#x153;Matatag na Bayan para sa Maunlad na Paaralan.â&#x20AC;?

Brigada Eskwela, also known as the National Schools Maintenance Week, mobilizes thousands of parents, alumni, civic groups, local businesses, nongovernment organizations, teachers, students and individuals who volunteer to do repairs, maintenance work and cleanup of public elementary and high schools prior to the opening of classes.

The back-to-school preparation DRIVE WHICH WAS kRST ESTABLISHED IN WAS OFkCIALLY LAUNCHED in Cavite at the Alfonso Central Elementary School. It will end on May 25.

Coast guards As early as May 17, members of the United States Coast Guard (USCG) have collaborated with the Philippine Coast Guard (PCG) for the yearly Brigada Eskwela in an elementary school in Tondo, Manila.

About 30 members of the US Cutter Bertholf personnel with our

own PCG operatives conducted a cleanup and repainting of walls and reconstruction of dilapidated SCHOOL CHAIRS HELD AT THE #ENTEX Elementary School along Abad Santos Avenue in Tondo.

Besides Brigada Eskwela, a sports clinic was also held at the said school, spearheaded by Coast 'UARD !UXILIARY #OMMANDER 'Erard Anderson, who was tapped to be the team captain of the PCG Basketball team versus the USCG team in a friendly basketball match.

The USCG is based in Alameda California, a few meters away from the Oakland Arena, the home of the NBA Champions Golden State Warriors.

The two units also teamed up in different activities such as small boat operations, damage control AND kREkGHTING EXERCISES The US Cutter Bertholf arrived in Manila on May 15 following its kRST JOINT EXERCISE WITH THE 0#' IN the South China Sea (West Philippine Sea).

Q Forces of the Philippine Coast Guard and United States Coast Guard take part in the Brigada Eskwela 2019, painting chairs at the Center of Excellence in Tondo, Manila. PHOTO BY ENRIQUE AGCAOILI

tor Gen. Aaron Aquino on Sunday DIRECTED ALL THEIR REGIONAL OFkCES In General Trias Memorial Elemen- to actively participate in the weektary School in San Juan 1, also in long program â&#x20AC;&#x153;and help ensure its Cavite, thousands of public school effective implementationâ&#x20AC;? in some teachers, administrators, volun- public elementary and secondary teers and members of the local SCHOOLS IN THE OFkCES RESPECTIVE government unit took part in the areas.

Aquino noted that all PDEA Brigada Eskwela last Monday on behalf of the 55,000 students for agents and personnel were â&#x20AC;&#x153;more the coming school year in the city. THAN READYu TO EXTEND ASSISTANCE IN District Director Dr. Editha cleaning up classrooms and school Atendido of DepEd General Trias grounds, as well as in repairing and (GenTri) and GenTri Mayor An- repainting walls, ceilings, chairs, tonio Ferrer led the program and TABLES AND OTHER kXTURES According to him, PDEA had LAUNCHED THE CLEANUP AND kXING OF school facilities in preparation for allotted an â&#x20AC;&#x153;ample budgetâ&#x20AC;? worth around P5,000 for every province the opening of classes on June 3. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Bring yourself, bring tools, bring covered by the agencyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s 17 regional foods, and bring love and care. OFkCES FOR THE PURCHASE OF CLEANTayo na po sa â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;Bring-Gada Eskwelaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; ING AND BEAUTIkCATION MATERIALS sa General Trias,â&#x20AC;? Atendido said. to be used for this yearâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Brigada Two new school buildings will Eskwela.

Similarly, the Philippine Nationbe turned over by the GenTri government to DepEd before the al Police in Caraga Region (PNPopening of classes: The four-sto- 13) joined the DepED, parents, ry, 12-classroom building at teachers and other stakeholders General Trias Memorial Elemen- in the conduct of Brigada Eskwela tary School in San Juan 1 and 2019 in the region.

PNP-13 Director P/Brig. Gen. the four-story, eight-classroom building in Gen. Artemio Ricarte Gilberto DC Cruz had earlier made Elem. School in Bagumbayan. a call and encouraged police forces in various stations in the entire Caraga region to participate in â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;For the first timeâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; Brigada Eskwela activities.

Cruz directed the police forces Meanwhile, the Philippine Drug Enforcement Agency (PDEA) also TO EXTEND FULL SUPPORT TO THE SAID joined the Brigada Eskwela for the activity until Saturday, May 25.

Since Monday, the PNP-13 said kRST TIME In a memorandum, PDEA Direc- its personnel were already involved

â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;Bring loveâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;

the two schools.

DepEd Undersecretary for the ,EGISLATIVE ,IAISON /FkCE %XTERNAL Partnerships Service and School Sports Tonisito Umali, Taguig City Mayor Lani Cayetano, and Pateros Mayor Miguel Ponce 3rd also joined the activities. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We would like to thank our friends and partners from the Aboitiz Foundation for helping us implement Brigada Eskwela.

Through this, we ensure quality A-People schools for our students,â&#x20AC;? Umali From the private sector, business said.

Similar Brigada Eskwela activiunits of the Aboitiz Group are also set to conduct Brigada Eskwela ties will be conducted on May 25 initiatives in their respective host by 175 Aboitiz team member-volcommunities in different parts of unteers in Barangay Talamban in #EBU #ITY BENEkTING STUthe country.

This incoming school year, a dents of the Talamban Elementary total of 15,710 students in Ma- School. â&#x20AC;&#x153;This is our 11th year to be part nila and Cebu will be enjoying refurbished school facilities that of the brigada and we continuously are more learning-conducive, thank DepEd for giving the A-People thanks to the efforts of Aboitiz (Aboitiz team members) this opporteam member volunteers at the tunity to be part of meaningful inikRST BATCH OF !BOITIZ 'ROUP S AN- tiatives for our young learners. Each nual Brigada Eskwela campaign year, our Brigada Eskwela volunteers this year. continue to grow in number â&#x20AC;&#x201D; a A total of 427 Aboitiz team proof of our growing commitment member volunteers trooped to TO FULkLLING OUR PROMISE OF ADVANCPateros Elementary School in Pa- ing business and communities,â&#x20AC;? teros, Manila and Kapitan Eddie said Tristan Aboitiz, chief operating T. Reyes Integrated School (Keris) OFkCER OF !BOITIZ FOOD BUSINESS UNIT in Taguig City to plant seedlings, Pilmico. cover books, and paint armchairs WITH REPORTS FROM and murals in these schools as DEMPSEY REYES, early as May 18. These activities RAFFY AYENG AND WILL BENEkT STUDENTS FROM DENNIS ABRINA (CONTRIBUTOR)

in the cleaning of school premises, repair and repainting of classROOMS FIXING DILAPIDATED DESK

chairs, and tables, and cutting of overgrown grasses. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Our police forces have also prepared security preparations to ensure the peaceful and orderly reopening of schools in different levels in the region,â&#x20AC;? Cruz said in a statement on Monday.

Chem engineers make it to UST Hall of Fame THREE Thomasian Chemical Engineers of different persuasions â&#x20AC;&#x201D; an entrepreneur, a priest and a company president â&#x20AC;&#x201D; were inducted into the University of Santo Tomasâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; (UST) Engineering Hall of Fame for 2019.

Inducted were Elizabeth Romualdo for Entrepreneurship, Msgr. Daniel Sta. Maria for Community Service, and Mario Surio for Industry Leadership.

Their induction coincided with the celebration of the 112th founding anniversary of the oldest Engineering school in the Philippines, the UST Faculty of Engineering.

The awarding ceremonies were held at the UST Paredes Building.

The award, given by Faculty of Engineering Dean Prof. Philipina Marcelo, PhD and Regent Fr. Roberto Luanzon Jr., OP, consisted of a plaque

and a golden nameplate found in the Hall of Fame wall at the lobby of the Roque RuaĂąo, OP Building, where the Faculty of Engineering is housed.

The induction into the Hall of Fame serves as recognition of the remarkable efforts of deserving engineering alumni who do not only succeed in their individual careers, but also manifest leadership in the community.

Q From left: Faculty of Engineering Dean Prof. Philipina Marcelo, PhD; Engineering Regent Fr. Roberto Luanzon, OP; Engr. Mario Surio; Engineer Elizabeth Romualdo; Msgr. Daniel Sta. Maria, outgoing President of the Engineering Alumni Association (EAA); incoming EAA President Engineer John Paul Pe; Engineer Jayson Ong; and Engineer Fortunato Leynes, officer in charge of the Industry, Government, Academe, Alumni Relations Program at the 2019 Engineering Hall of Fame awarding ceremony. CONTRIBUTED PHOTO

Romualdo earned her bachelorâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s DEGREE FROM 534 IN AND HER associate degree in programming technology at the Control Data Institute-Minneapolis, Minnesota in the US in 1971. She was awarded for entrepreneurship having steered her company â&#x20AC;&#x201D; CRL Environmental Corp., where she sits as its president AND CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFkCER Â&#x2021; INTO the vast corporation that it is now.

The CRL group includes CRL Calabarquez Corp., CRL Analytics Corp. and its sister company Analytical Support Services for Environment Technologies.

CRL Environmental Corp. made HISTORY BY BEING THE kRST AND ONLY laboratory outside the USA to have been granted recognition by the Environmental Laboratory Accreditation Program of the Department of Health Services, State of California in 1999. Romualdoâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s companies are also strong in their Corporate Social Responsibility role, including the implementation with the Environment department of Region 3 of a project to adopt and protect the estero of Sapang Balen in Mabalacat, Pampanga.

The CRL Group of Companies also EXTENDS SCHOLARSHIP TO SEVERAL STUDENTS in the Faculty of Engineering and in schools in Romualdoâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s hometown in Atimonan, Quezon.

Meanwhile, Msgr. Sta Maria,

vicar general of the Diocese of Cubao is co-founder and general manager of the Bahay Pari Credit Cooperative, and co-founder and president of Solidaritas Funds Inc. He studied Chemical Engineering under full scholarship at the UST Faculty of Engineering and graduated summa cum Laude in -SGR 3TA -ARIA HAS SERVED the Archdiocese of Manila and the Diocese of Cubao in various CAPACITIES SUCH AS kNANCE OFkCER OF the Catechetical Ministry, trustee of the Archdiocesan Trust Fund and oeconomous of the Cubao diocese.

He has put into good use his chemical engineering background by teaching skills, such as soap-making, to his unemployed parishioners â&#x20AC;&#x201D; they do not only make themselves economically viable, they also give dignity to themselves. He left a lucrative industry practice to enter the priesthood at the AGE OF (E WAS ORDAINED IN

by His Eminence Jaime Cardinal Sin. Msgr. Sta Maria is the author of the books The Mystery of The Trinity in Christian Life and A Day in the Life of a Parish Priest.

Engr. Surio, who obtained his deGREE IN IS THE PRESIDENT OF $AGUmo Agro Minerals Inc., Sultan Energy Corp. and Bonanza Energy Resources Inc. He is also the concurrent director of Eagle Cement Corp., Private Infra

Dev. Corp., South Luzon Tollways #ORP 3,%X 'INEBRA 3AN -IGUEL AND San Miguel Yamamura Packaging Corp. He is the chief technical adviser TO THE /FkCE OF THE 0RESIDENT AND CHIEF OPERATING OFkCER OF 3AN -IGUEL #ORP Surio supports scholarship programs through the San Miguel Foundation such as the 1 plus 1 Scholarship program of UST, in partnership with the Curtin University of Western Australia. Currently, 10 Chemical Engineering graduates are studying under a Masterâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s program in Metallurgical Engineering.

Proud of his Thomasian education, Surio is a true-blue Tomasino having been educated in UST from grade school to college. He played baseball for UST at the University Athletic Association of the Philippines from TO The Engineering Hall of Fame WAS kRST AWARDED IN AND HAS INDUCTED ALUMNI TO DATE 4HE kRST recipient was Rev. Fr. Roque RuaĂąo, OP for Engineering Design. The award WAS GIVEN POSTHUMOUSLY IN IN recognition of his numerous works as a civil engineer, the most famous of his works is the UST Main Building, now a National Cultural Treasure. The Main Building, inaugurated in 1927, is the kRST EARTHQUAKE RESISTANT BUILDING IN the Philippines in its modern-day history.

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How elliptical sentences differ from elliptical clauses

got a pleasant surprise when an English grammar enthusiast popped on my Facebook page this totally unexpected question sometime ago: “Is there any difference between an elliptical sentence and an elliptical clause, or are they just the same?”

Such complicated grammar QUESTIONS NORMALLY kND THEIR WAY directly to my English-usage Forum in the course of a full-blown discussion of the subject. In any case, I gladly replied that although closely related, an elliptical sentence and an elliptical clause are definitely distinct grammatical constructions.

An elliptical sentence is a form that knocks off some of its words or phrases for brevity’s sake, taking for granted that the reader or LISTENER AWARE OF THE CONTEXT WOULD JUST LOGICALLY kLL IN THE

missing grammatical elements.

For instance, a sentence that runs this way, “You may go when you’re done with your school assignments,” can drop the words “you may” and “with your school assignments” to become this neat, more forceful ellipted form: “Go when you’re done.”

On the other hand, an elliptical clause is either an independent or subordinate clause in which some words have been left out or ellipted, with the writer or speaker assuming that those missing words would just be

ENGLISH PLAIN AND SIMPLE

JOSE A. CARILLO supplied by the reader or listener based on the pattern or logic of the statement. For instance, the runaround-sounding sentence “Many did favor the maverick candidate, but others didn’t favor the maverick candidate” is normally ellipted to “Many did favor the maverick candidate, but others didn’t (…).” Note that the repetitive phrase “favor the maverick candidate” is routinely knocked off in the second clause.

Effective writers use ellipses — that’s the plural of ellipsis — to economize with words, methodically dropping off redundancies and pruning out needlessly r epetitive phrasing

that might just turn off readers. In fact, when there’s little danger of breaking the flow OF THE EXPOSITION AND OF BEING misunderstood, certain predictable words and phrases can be dropped from sentences and the READER CAN BE EXPECTED TO EASILY provide them mentally. Ellipsis is a very neat streamlining device if handled well.

Here are some of the most common elliptical forms in English: (1) Routine omission of the conjunction “that” in modifying clauses. Unellipted: “They somehow knew that they would be routed by the maverick candidate.”

Ellipted: “They somehow knew (...) they would be routed by the maverick candidate.”

(2) Elliptical noun phrases.

Unellipted: “Amelia ordered the regular-size orange drink but the salesclerk gave her the large-size orange drink.” Ellipted by drop-

ping “orange drink” in the second clause: “Amelia ordered the regular-size orange drink but the salesclerk gave her the large-size (...).”

(3) Ellipsis of the verb and its objects or complements.

Unellipted: “The ailing candidate declared that she would campaign to very end if she could campaign to the very end.” Ellipted by dropping “campaign to the very end” in the second clause: “The ailing candidate declared (...) she would campaign to very end if she could (...).”

(4) Medial (middle) ellipsis.

Unellipted: “Edwin will take care of the urban sector voters and Carina will take care of the rural sector voters.” Ellipted by dropping “will take care of” in the second clause: “Edwin will take care of urban sector voters and Carina, (...) the rural sector voters.”

(5) Ellipsis of clause. Unellipted: “They can start voting now

if they want to start voting now.”

Ellipted by dropping “start voting now” in the second clause: “They can start voting now if they want to (...).”

Actually an advanced form of EXPOSITION ELLIPSES OR GRAMMATical holes in sentences can make writing and speech more cohesive, compact, and forceful. Once we get familiar with their various patterns, it becomes a simple matter to apply them logically, unobtrusively and gracefully in both our written and spoken English. .EXT Use of “hopefully” and other grammar bugbears)

Visit Jose Carillo’s English Forum, http://josecarilloforum.com, and on Facebook, https://www. facebook.com/jacarillo. Follow me at Twitter.com @J8Carillo. E-mail: j8carillo@yahoo.com.

6 Pinoys graduate from AIT Thailand SIX young Filipinos graduated from the Asian Institute of Technology (AIT) main campus in Khlong Luang, Pathumathani, Thailand on May 17, 2019.

AIT, founded in 1959, is an international institution for higher education that specializes in engineering, advanced technologies, sustainable development, and management and planning.

4HE SIX &ILIPINOS ONLY MET AT !)4 when they were accepted, but individually applied for scholarships under different programs.

Christopher Arcite Landicho, 28, of Butuan City, earned his Master of Business Administration degree from the School of Management and was one of the awardees of His Majesty The King’s Scholarships. !DONES #ADUYAC

kNISHED his Master of Science in Water En-

gineering and Management degree at the School of Engineering and Technology with support from the Thai Pipe Scholarship and Hydronet Consultants Inc. He is from Bohol.

Meanwhile, Kenneth Daniel Quesada, 23, of Davao; Evan Undalok Catalan, 25, of Cebu; and Catherine Diaz, 25, of Cavite were all scholars of the AIT Fellowship.

Quesada earned his master’s degree in Energy from the Department of Energy, Environment and Climate Change; Catalan his Master of Science in Geotechnical and Earth Resources Engineering degree from the School of Engineering and Technology; and Diaz her Master of Science in Structural Engineering degree from the School of Engineering and Technology.

Finally, Jennyvi Mosuta Cañete,

EARNED HER MASTER S DEGREE IN Business Administration from the School of Management. From Quezon, Bukidnon, she was a BENEkCIARY OF THE !SIAN $EVELopment Bank-Japan Scholarship Program.

Landicho, whose older brother Junar is also a scholar at AIT taking his PhD in Information Management, wants to inspire Filipinos to take advantage of scholarships and different grants available for students like himself and his peers.

He said having a master’s degree is important in the advancement of their chosen careers, and that AIT had provided them with the atmosphere to grow as individuals and to mature as professionals.

He said there are currently 24 Filipino students at AIT and they were united and were very proud

Q The six Filipinos, who only met at the Asian Institute of Technology when they were accepted but individually applied for scholarships under different programs, were each other’s support system. CONTRIBUTED PHOTO to represent the Philippines in various school competitions and other events, especially during

Innovative teaching used in Zambo school ZAMBOANGA CITY: The United States Agency for International Development (USAid), through its Mindanao-based project called Education Quality and Access for Livelihood Skills (Equalls) has provided various instructional materials to the Culianan Elementary School (CES), a semi-rural village learning center in this highly urbanized city.

CES was chosen, starting last school year,

by USAid as the pilot institution of the Department of Education (DepEd) in Mindanao on the use of an innovative teaching system called Instructional Management by Parents, Community and Teachers (Impact). *OSEkNA ,ACASTESANTOS PIONEER PRINCIPAL OF #%3 EXPLAINED THAT COMPARED TO A TRADITIONAL grade school where a lone teacher handled classroom instruction, the activities in an Impact classroom were jointly conducted by a regular mentor and an aide, a programmed TUTOR AN INSTRUCTIONAL SUPERVISOR A QUALIkED

pupil, the parents and the community. ,ACASTESANTOS WHO ONCE SERVED BRIElY AS DepEd schools division superintendent in this city, told The Manila Times that the Equalls project has provided CES with over 90,000 learning modules whose contents were based on the Education department’s Revised Basic Education Curriculum.

The modules, according to Lacastesantos, “serve as the major instructional materials used by the teacher, pupils, a programmed teacher and instructional supervisor in the classroom.”

Moreover, she said the USAid project had also “continuously provided CES children assorted school supplies and materials such as bond papers, crayons and other necessary item worth over P10,000 every quarter.”

According to the school head, the Impact system was initially crafted by the Quezon Citybased Innovation Technology of the Southeast Asian Ministers of Education Organization to

address problems of access and capability of basic education in the country, especially in rural communities.

In addition to the reprinting of modules, Equalls augmented the school library materials from its partner Brother’s Brother Foundation, a US-based civic organization.

It can be recalled that through Equalls coordination, visiting US Embassy deputy chief of mission Paul Jones once donated a wheelchair to a physically handicapped CES learner, who used to be carried daily to school by his father who wanted his son to grow up an educated adult.

Equalls had also implemented the project in several rural learning centers in the Zamboanga Peninsula, Central Mindanao and the Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao, enabling it to strengthen and upgrade the teaching skills and competencies of mentors in the said areas.

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their graduation day.

These Filipino students support each other academically and

personally since they are far from home and are often missing their families.

Filipino teachers to train for Purposive ŽŵŵƵŶŝĐĂƟŽŶ THE Komisyon sa Wikang Filipino (KWF) and the National Commission for Culture and the Arts (NCCA) are inviting Filipino chairmen and their co-teachers in their respective institutions to join a free retooling seminar for the course Malayuning Komunikasyon (Purposive Communication) on May 20 to 24 at the NCCA office in Intramuros, Manila.

Fifty chosen teachers from around the country will undergo an intensive workshop under Dr. Joseph Salazar, a professor from the Ateneo de Manila University.

Salazar is the editor of Babasahin sa Kultural na Malayuning Komunikasyon of KWF. Salazar will be joined by Dr. Dino Tordesillas as lecturer for Purposive Communication for Science.

The course description states that Pur-

posive Communication aims to develop the learners’ skills in writing, speaking and sharing to other people, among other objectives.

KWF also published Pag-unawa sa Sarili (Understanding the Self) and Ang Imahen ng Filipino sa Sining (Art Appreciation) to be used by teachers and college students.

The event is part of KWF’s campaign on the use of Filipino as the medium of instruction in the tertiary level. It is also a good chance to sharpen and cultivate how Filipino teachers use the language in teaching the General Education Curriculum.

For registration, those interested may contact Lourdes Hinampas of the Sangay ng Literatura at Araling Kultural of KWF at 252 1953, 0927 685 6786, or send an email to kwf.slak@gmail.com. Walk-ins are strongly discouraged.

ZamSur donates books to far-flung areas

TOP MOVER

Dr. Ma. Josefina Abilay (seated, left), regional director of the Department of Science and Technology, Regional Office Mimaropa Region and member of the Marinduque State College’s Board of Trustees (MSC-BOT), was adjudged as one of the 2019 10 Outstanding Movers of the Philippines (TOMP). The TOMP recognizes the selfless and exemplary contributions of Filipinos in the pursuit of making the world safe, secured, peaceful orderly, prosperous and meaningful to live in. The award was given by the Students’ Actions Vital to the Environment and Mother Earth (SAVEME) Movement Inc. during its 8th TOMP Awarding Ceremonies held in February at the Kalayaan Hall, Malacañang Palace in Manila. Also in the photo (seated) are the other 2019 TOMP awardees. Others in the photo (standing from right) are Dr. Merian Catajay Mani, MSC president, SAVE-ME Movement National Directorate chairman, and MSC-BOT vice chairman; Environment Secretary Roy Cimatu, keynote speaker; and Dr. Edwin Monares, SAVE-ME Movement founder and executive director, and chairman of the 2019 TOMP Board of Judges. AGPAPA/MSC MEDIA BUREAU

PAGADIAN CITY: The Zamboanga del Sur government, in partnership with the Department of Education (DepEd) provincial schools division and OneHope Philippines, recently distributed books to FAR lUNG LOCAL PUBLIC ELEMENTARY schools to enable their pupils to improve their reading and comprehension capability.

In this modern world where almost everything can be learned through technology, Zamboanga del Sur Gov. Antonio Cerilles said “there are still children, mostly living in rural communities, who HAVE DIFkCULTY IN LEARNING HOW TO read and to comprehend what they are reading.”

Cerilles said, “If a child learns

how to read and understands what he is perusing, then he can read to learn more. But what happens to a child full of potentials but doesn’t know how to read or lacks reading capacity?”

Under Cerilles’ leadership, the local government, Program in partnership with the DepEd, Technical Education and Skills Development Authority and local Jaycee chapter, crafted the Reading Comprehensive to address the reading capacity problem of local grade school learners, particularly those enrolled in remote villages.

The initiative includes the distribution of books throughout the province. ANTONIO P. RIMANDO

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Inside Danielâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Head: A breakthrough novel about autism WORDS AND ARTWORK BY ANNIKA GEM FRANCESCA C. OCAMPO, 12, INCOMING GRADE 7

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month ago when my parents and I went to Fully Booked, Mom and I bumped into this new and interesting novel by a Filipino writer.

Inside Danielâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Head (Adarna House, 2018) is a groundbreaking novel for young adults by Joji Reynes-Santos that wonderfully and colorfully portrays the mind of a person with autism without even mentioning the word â&#x20AC;&#x153;autismâ&#x20AC;? once. Filled with unique drawings by Gelai Manabat and Ianthe Pimentel and vivid descriptions, this book is one of the most cleverly written novels that I have ever read.

People with autism are usually made fun of because of what youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;d call their â&#x20AC;&#x153;oddâ&#x20AC;? personality and actions, but think again! Jojiâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s novel will put you in the perspective of 12-year-old Daniel, a character with the condition, and how heâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s not as odd as you think.

In the book, Daniel will welcome you into his head not in the WAY THINGS HAPPEN IN THE 0IXAR movie â&#x20AC;&#x153;Inside Out,â&#x20AC;? but how he sees everything, his own ideas and perception of the world around him. He thinks that heâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s the only normal one in the family when his little brother Mattie tells him to â&#x20AC;&#x153;act normal.â&#x20AC;?

He likes to wear his blue-andgreen striped shirt every day. He can see the difference between two identical glasses. He can describe sounds and words into objects, such as how his motherâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s soothing voice is as soft as marshmallows

THE Quezon City Public Library (QCPL)-Childrenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Section has presented new approaches in making reading fun and enjoyable as part of the cityâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s drive to engage children to read more.

Teachers and librarians from different public schools attended the city libraryâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Pinoy Reading Buddies (PRB) workshop from April 29 to May 3.

The teachers were taught creative methodologies to make reading fun and interactive to students.

These strategies included a photo walk where learners created stories based on pictures, read-outloud sessions, and a word wall where students learned new words and their meanings.

QCPL-Childrenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Section chief Troy Lacsamana said the PRB program had trained more than a hundred teachers and librarians in its three years of implementation.

â&#x20AC;&#x153;Iisa lang naman ang layunin ng aming programa: Gawing equipped ang mga guro upang maayos na maisagawa ang programa nang sa gayon ay maibalik â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;yung hilig at pagmamahal ng mga bata sa pagbabasa,â&#x20AC;? Lacsama said.

Program participant and Tandang Sora National High School Grade 10 English teacher Narciso Guerra said the program helped them in bringing back their studentsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; interest in reading books. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Napaka-positibo ng naging feedback ng mga bata noong in-implement namin ito last year.

Bumabalik sa library â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;yung mga bata, kitang-kita na nadagdagan â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;yung interest nila sa pagbabasa,â&#x20AC;?

Guerra mentioned.

PRB was part of QCPLâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s 2019 summer activities that also included a digital literacy workshop ON -AY TO AND A PUPPETRY WORKSHOP ON -AY TO

Now the youth dare to speak

BY PIT M. MALIKSI Q Daniel as rendered by Annika

Q Book image from adarna.com.ph and makes him feel calm, how the simple words â&#x20AC;&#x153;canâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t wear shirtâ&#x20AC;?

CAN FEEL LIKE A MILLION kRECRACKERS EXPLODING IN HIS HEAD AND SO much more. He dislikes the color red, but yellow makes him feel all right. There are many things HE CAN T EXPLAIN THOUGH SUCH AS being frustrated when hearing the national anthem.

Many of these activities could be considered as â&#x20AC;&#x153;odd,â&#x20AC;? but as reasons unfold, you begin to see that Danielâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s not as odd, and in fact, sometimes is relatable. He loves to see things as neat and orderly. One reason why he likes his striped shirt â&#x20AC;&#x201D; â&#x20AC;&#x153;the lines are straight and even.â&#x20AC;? He wishes and whines of being independent, wants to be just like everybody else, and is

afraid of change â&#x20AC;&#x201D;things that we, going in our teens, also feel.

Delving deeper into the storyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s structure: Daniel describes the book as a â&#x20AC;&#x153;novel without a plot,â&#x20AC;? or at least a main problem that circulates throughout the entire STORY A STORY CAN T REALLY EXIST without a plot â&#x20AC;&#x201D; the plot is what the characters basically do in the story). However, there is one small problem in the second half of the story where Danielâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s friends, Teresa and Andres, convince Daniel to wear a Barong Tagalog for his graduation that he inevitably refuses to because of his shirt. There are also small problems that, unlike the one I previously said, donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t stretch until the end of the book, such as Daniel hitting his little brother

Mattie after playing a song in the car that upset him.

In this case, the book was more of a journal than a novel, where everything was like a collection of different events in Danielâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s everyday life combined into a story of its own, and as if each chapter happened just as he wrote it. As a â&#x20AC;&#x153;novel without a plot,â&#x20AC;? Danielâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s story seemed more focused on his ideas and perspectives than the story itself.

Overall, the insight one can gain from the story is to not discriminate people with autism, because they too, though act and think differently, are as human as you and me. Easy to read and full of color, I truly recommend this book for young adults.

The Greening: The beginning of every Lasallianâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s journey

BY MARIA BRIANA C. QUE DE LA SALLE UNIVERSITY IF youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re going green, De La Salle University (DLSU) has got you covered with â&#x20AC;&#x153;The Greening,â&#x20AC;? a welcome fair for college freshmen! This event, which is the first of its kind in the country, was a whole day fair that showcased various booth exhibitions, fun activities, informative talks, campus tours, food stalls, DLSU merchandise and a fun culminating activity.

The Greening was truly a relationship-nurturing event that allowed a question-friendly environment.

Incoming Lasallians and their parents were welcome to ask questions about the facilities, curriculum, school organizations, on-campus activities and various opportunities that are offered by DLSU. Together with Lasallian am-

QC adopts strategies to encourage children to read

bassadors, future Lasallians and their parents were toured around the campus. The high quality facilities, services and cool spots were introduced to them during the tour. To fully get a grasp of the Lasallian life, a glimpse of the Lasallian communityâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s unique and rich culture was shared during the tour. The event offered student support as the administrators actively engaged with the students and parents.

There were also administrative booths dedicated to important matters such as enrollment, accounting or equity services, and degree program concerns.

Upon entering the gates of DLSU and registering, each future Lasallian received a DLSU tote bag that contained

freebies and brochures. To further boost their energy, they were warmly welcomed by the loud and proud DLSU Animo Squad. Incoming Lasallians and parents were also able to cop the trendiest DLSU merch during the fair.

The fair was jam-packed with fun activities and future Lasallians and their parents were never hungry during the event as there were various food concessionaires on standby that offered a wide variety of food options. In adition, incoming Lasallians had a chance to win prizes by playing games that were prepared by students from different colleges: Brother Andrew Gonzales College of Education, College of Computer Science, College of Lib-

Q Future Lasallians received a De La Salle University tote bag that contained freebies and brochures during â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;The Greeningâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; fair for college freshmen. CONTRIBUTED PHOTO

eral Arts, College of Science, Gokongwei College of Engineering, Ramon V. del Rosario College of Business and the School of Economics.

As the sun started to set, the much-anticipated culminating night began, during which Lasallians showcased their competitiveness and winning attitude in playing parlor games as exciting prizes awaited the winners.

Aside from the fun games, a thrilling performance of the DLSU Animo Squad wowed the crowd. In addition to the hype, the mini-concert of the De La Salle Innersoul and Out of Focus bands brought the audience to their feet.

The performance of the indie rock band Fools and Foes was definitely the cherry on top and was the best way to wrap up the freshman fair!

The Greening truly showed how DLSU is a partner in ensuring a studentâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s future success. The university offers an up-to-date curriculum and a broad range of course offerings that would equip students with proper knowledge and skills to meet the demands of society. DLSU does not only provide support in academics, but also in health and overall wellness through its medical services, counselling and physical fitness programs. To ensure that all Lasallians get the most of their core college experience, DLSU supports quality professors. DLSU also puts forward a wide range of opportunity for socializing, networking, research and student leadership. The excellent academic and nonacademic support is the reason why DLSU remains as one of the best universities in the Philippines.

NOT a few millennials were trapped in the feedback loop of twisted issues for sometime.

By being updated on hard facts, they have come to possess an open-minded criticism against the powerful â&#x20AC;&#x201D; who make fun of God, the clergy and the citizens; jail critics; and revise history â&#x20AC;&#x201D; leaving behind dark consequences to the nationâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s well-being.

Now they resolve: If a president can curse by impulse, they can make their voices sharp, too â&#x20AC;&#x201D; not in a moment of pique, but when there doesnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t seem to be a serious effort to deal with unjust authority.

Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s the time to be loud and speak out, and some did.

In fact, the following are a glimpse of what most millennials have to say about the current administration, the status of the country, as well as the recent midterm elections: â&#x20AC;&#x153;Every time we face hard problems, DU30 (President Rodrigo Duterte) resorts to jokes â&#x20AC;&#x201D; a policy of distraction he and his drumbeaters have mastered. Weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re tired of a vindictive blasphemous joker, we need a diplomatic right-thinking president,â&#x20AC;? â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Khay Operiano and Kaelle Peralta â&#x20AC;&#x153;While campaigning as president, DU30 prayed, visited churches to seek Godâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s blessings. After BRAGGING TO WIN A MINORITY million votes against 25 million for 4 opponents, he calls God, Jesus, [and the] Catholics stupid and idiots. He doesnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t believe in hell, yet he prefers to be there to replace Satanâ&#x20AC;Ś Hyperbole becomes A LAME EXCUSE FOR ROWDYISM BY HIS apologists,â&#x20AC;? â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Leonel Manalo and Macy Funtanilla â&#x20AC;&#x153;Whereâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s DU30â&#x20AC;&#x2122;s campaign PLEDGE TO lY JET SKIS PLANT OUR lAG ON ;THE 3PRATLY )SLANDS= /UR kSHERMEN CAN NO LONGER kSH AT THE 0Anatag Shoal (Scarborough Shoal), despite President Aquinoâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s WPS (West Philippine Sea) arbitration CASE WIN IN ;THE= (AGUE IN

as we own it since 1700s. Also, if China produces shabu, why kill the poor drug addicts, but set the Chinese rich drug lords free? Is it because weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re now trillions-deep in debt to China?â&#x20AC;? â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Jammil Laroza and Maricris Carada â&#x20AC;&#x153;In the last midterm election, DU30 passed laws unlike the past years. Clearly it was done as campaign add-ons to win votes for his political wards. No wonder he sounded pleasant to Catholics, to the Church, to the poor, to teachers whom he traded barbs with before. I bet he would be back to his normal combative, defensive self right after electionâ&#x20AC;? â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Elaine Mendoza and AJ Guinto â&#x20AC;&#x153;While DU30 declares disinterest to prolong his presidency, he is moving Heaven and Earth for an unpopular self-serving parliamentary form of government, while lavishing upon the military.

7HAT FOR 4O EXTEND HIS RULE LIKE his idol (Ferdinand) Marcos for immunity over grave crimes and evil doings?â&#x20AC;? â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Cyren Basal and

Shaine Eval â&#x20AC;&#x153;While any world leader unites his people, itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s quite revolting â&#x20AC;&#x201D; for martial law victims, million marchers in EDSA, opposition-leaders, including Duterteâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s mother Na Soledad â&#x20AC;&#x201D; that as political payback, DU30 favors the Marcosesâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; plunder, which, for Marcos loyalist (Palace spokesman Salvador) Panelo, is not a mountain of loot yet:

AND MILLION (Supreme Court GR 152154, July 15, 2003 and April 25, 2012).

My foot! His Marcos-sponsored electoral funds were sourced from Marcos stolen wealth! As a lawyer, DU30 should have known: The Philippines, Switzerland and the USA courts ruled Marcos guilty of ill-gotten wealth and human rights ABUSES )N FACT $5 EXTENDS THE distribution of compensation to martial law victims as mandated

by Congress.â&#x20AC;? â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Yveth Cenas and Adrian Azores â&#x20AC;&#x153;If DU30 wonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t condone even a tinge of corruption, why are convicted plunderers (Gloria) Macapagal (Arroyo), (Juan Ponce) Enrile, (Jose Pimentel) Estrada and (Ramon) Revilla (Jr.) off the jail?

What about the big Chinese drug lords like Peter Lim?â&#x20AC;? â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Don Alcantara and Shanel Bulahan â&#x20AC;&#x153;Where are the reported billions of dollars and billions of pesos from foreign aids and loans from China and Japan to rebuild Marawi City? We thought he would bring back Marawi to progress IN SIX MONTHS .OW HE SAID HE wonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t touch its rehabilitation and just leave it to rich businessmen?

Now, where in Godâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s hand are the funds?â&#x20AC;? â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Romeo Lipnica and Krisna Cabatuan â&#x20AC;&#x153;DU30 still evades (Antonio) Trillanesâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; (4th) easy-does-it dare to open the former billions bank account; neither his son â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;Pulongâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; (Paolo Duterte) will ever show his back-tattoo, too. Does it mean a cover-up for hidden wealth and drug-connection charges? By the way, the last time we look[ed], (Christopher Lawrence) â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;Bongâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; Go had a tattoo at his back, now itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s gone!â&#x20AC;? â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Fidel Lagubay and Elias Rubio â&#x20AC;&#x153;Get the facts first then you cannot distort them as you please,â&#x20AC;? wrote Mark Twain. The Philippines â&#x20AC;&#x201D; not by any other name â&#x20AC;&#x201D; is ours, not Chinaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s. Neither is it owned by a president who overrules like a king.

Pit M. Maliksi, graduated from the University of Santo Tomas AND TAUGHT AT THE #ENTRAL 4EXAS College. He also taught English at the Liceo de San Pablo. He is the founder of the Philippine !XIOLOGISTS !SSOCIATION WAS THE most outstanding professor for 12 years of the Polytechnic University of the Philippines, Sto. Tomas, Batangas (STB), where he is the educational program officer of Kiwanis International STB. He also founded the STB Mga Apo ni Tomas, a civic society of a thousand young professionals.

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Calamba City, Laguna, 10th day of May 2019.

Lungsod ng Calamba, Laguna, ika-10 ng Mayo 2019.

Recommending Approval:

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WITNESS WKH 2IÂżFHU ,Q &KDUJH RI WKH 2IÂżFH RI WKH $GPLQLVWUDWRU VADM NARCISO A VINGSON JR, this 20th day of May 2019 at Manila, Philippines.

R-PSG-19-00111-SP GIOVANNI FRANCESCO MARGAROLI, ANNABELLE ARCILLA MARGAROLI, Petitioners, X ----------------------------------------------------------X

%HIRUH WKH &RXUW LV D 3HWLWLRQ IRU WKH $GRSWLRQ RI PLQRU 0DULHEHOOH Arcilla (hereinafter referred to as â&#x20AC;&#x153;minorâ&#x20AC;?) filed on 16 January 2019 by petitioners-spouse Giovanni Francesco Margaroli and Annabelle Arcilla Margaroli, seeking that after due notice and hearing, a decree of adoption of said minor, issue.

On 21 February 2019, Petitioners-spouse filed their Manifestation and Compliance, to which were attached necessary documents in support of the instant Petition. Finding the Compliance in order, let the attached annexes in the same be admitted to form part of the records of this case.

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Meanwhile, the Court Social Worker is hereby directed to submit to the Court within a period of not later than ten (10) days before the scheduled hearing, her Child and Home Study Reports as regards the Petition in accordance with Section 12 (5) and (6) of A.M. No. 02-6-02-SC.1 As well, she is hereby directed to conduct counseling sessions with the biological parent of said minor on the matter of the adoption and to submit to the Court her report thereon within the same period. /HW D FRS\ RI WKLV 2UGHU EH IXUQLVKHG WKH 2IÂżFHV RI WKH 6ROLFLWRU *HQHUDO and the City Prosecutor of Pasig, in accordance with Section 12 (6), above.

Other settings in this case are on 25 June, 8 and 15 August, 10 and 24 6HSWHPEHU DOO DW RÂśFORFN LQ WKH DIWHUQRRQ SO ORDERED. 4 March 2019. Pasig City.

(SGD.) MARIA ROWENA MODESTO-SAN PEDRO Presiding Judge _______________________ 1 Rule on Adoption.

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Applicant ILPI also prays for such other relief or remedy as may be just and equitable under the circumstances.

The Commission has set the Application for determination of compliance with the jurisdictional requirements, expository presentation, pre-trial conference, and presentation of evidence on 5 June 2019 (Wednesday) at ten oâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;clock in the morning (10:00 A.M.) at WK )ORRU (5& +HDULQJ 5RRP 3DFLÂżF &HQWHU %XLOGLQJ 6DQ 0LJXHO $YHQXH 3DVLJ City.

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ALSONS CONSOLIDATED RESOURCES, INC. Notice to Shareholders Please be advised that in compliance with the requirements of the Securities and Exchange Commission, the Company has uploaded to its website at www.acr.com.ph its Interim Unaudited Financial 6WDWHPHQWV DV RI 0DUFK ZKLFK LQFOXGHV 0DQDJHPHQWÂśV Discussion and Analysis of the Financial Condition and Results RI 2SHUDWLRQV IRU WKH ÂżUVW TXDUWHU RI 8SRQ WKH UHTXHVW E\ any shareholder, the Company will provide a hard copy of such Interim Unaudited Financial Statements as soon as possible.â&#x20AC;?

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NOTICE OF DISSOLUTION Notice is hereby given that the Amended Articles of Incorporation of MEJEROS MARKETING AND KONZTRUCT CORP. shortening the term of its existence up to Dec. 31, 2017 thereby dissolving the said FRUSRUDWLRQ RQ VDLG GDWH KDYH EHHQ DSSURYHG E\ WKH %RDUG RI 'LUHFWRUV and stockholders.

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IN THE MATTER OF THE PETITION FOR ADOPTION OF MINOR MARIEBELLE ARCILLA,

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REPUBLIC OF THE PHILIPPINES REGIONAL TRIAL COURT NATIONAL CAPITAL JUDICIAL REGION BRANCH 158 PASIG CITY

Also, the petitioners are hereby directed to publish this Order before hearing on the Petition once a week for three (3) consecutive weeks in a newspaper of JHQHUDO FLUFXODWLRQ LQ WKH 3KLOLSSLQHV WR EH GHWHUPLQHG E\ WKH 2IÂżFH RI WKH &OHUN RI &RXUW 5HJLRQDO 7ULDO &RXUW RI 3DVLJ &LW\ DW SHWLWLRQHUÂśV H[SHQVH LQ DFFRUGDQFH with Section 12 (4), above. The petitioners are directed to coordinate with said 2IÂżFH IRU WKLV SXUSRVH

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(SGD.) MA. CONCEPCION C. ARBOLARIO OIC-Director Franchising Service MT â&#x20AC;&#x201C; May 23, 2019

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BY AUTHORITY OF THE MARINA ADMINISTRATOR: (Pursuant to Administrative Order No. 11-14 dated 22 August 2014)

HERMA SHIPPING AND TRANSPORT CORP., Applicant. x-------------------------------x

PAUNAWA Ipinagbibigay-alam na sina CARINA A G U I L A R TA N , J O S E P H I N E AGUILAR TAN, DENNIS TAN MEJIA KASAL KAY SEVERINA CANUSA MEJIA, OLIVER TAN MEJIA, MONICA TAN MEIJA, SHANNON TAN NASH AT JOSELITO AGUILAR TAN KASAL KAY ELIZABETH DEL ROSARIO (mga May-ari) at CALAMBA CJ REALTY AND DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION (Taga-Debelop) sa pamamagitan ng â&#x20AC;&#x153;Deed of Assignmentâ&#x20AC;? ay naghain sa Tanggapang ito ng sinumpaang aplikasyon para sa pagbebenta ng â&#x20AC;&#x153;memorial plotsâ&#x20AC;? sa CALAMBA MEMORIAL GARDEN QD PDWDWDJSXDQ VD %UJ\ %DQDGHUR Calamba City, Laguna na sinasakop QJ PJD /RWH %OJ $ DW /RWH %OJ 442-A, Psd-42556 at sumasailalim VD PJD 7LWXOR %OJ 7 DW T-533841. Ang nasabing proyekto ay sumasailalim sa EO 648.

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(539.93)

2,859,586.97 (2,539,591.66)

Applicant ILPI submits the following documents in support of this application:

REFERENCE Schedule A 6FKHGXOH % Schedule C Schedule D Schedule E Schedule F Schedule G Annex A $QQH[ % Annex C Annex D Annex E Annex F Annex G

Republic of the Philippines Department of Transportation MARITIME INDUSTRY AUTHORITY FRANCHISING SERVICE, CENTRAL OFFICE $ %RQLIDFLR $YHQXH FRUQHU WK $YHQXH FRUQHU 5DLOURDG 6WUHHW South Harbor, Port Area, Manila

WITNESS WKH 2IÂżFHU ,Q &KDUJH RI WKH 2IÂżFH RI WKH $GPLQLVWUDWRU VADM NARCISO A VINGSON JR, this 20th day of May 2019 at Manila, Philippines.

TO ALL INTERESTED PARTIES:

6,780,353.05 (2,046,818.47) (14,438,807.87) (366,744.92)

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The Petitioner shall submit a written Formal Offer of Evidence during WKH KHDULQJ RU ÂżYH GD\V WKHUHDIWHU

NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING

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Republic of the Philippines 2IÂżFH RI WKH 3UHVLGHQW +RXVLQJ DQG 8UEDQ 'HYHORSPHQW Coordinating Council Housing and Land Use Regulatory Board SOUTHERN TAGALOG REGION â&#x20AC;&#x201C; (STR)

C A R I N A A G U I L A R TA N , J O S E P H I N E A G U I L A R TA N , DENNIS TAN MEJIA MARRIED TO SEVERINA CANUSA MEJIA, OLIVER TAN MEJIA, MONICA TAN MEIJA, SHANNON TAN NASH AND JOSELITO AGUILAR TAN MARRIED TO ELIZABETH DEL ROSARIO (Owners) and CALAMBA CJ REALTY AND DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION (Developer) by virtue of Deed of Assignment have filed with this 2IÂżFH D VZRUQ UHJLVWUDWLRQ VWDWHPHQW for the sale of memorial plots in CALAMBA MEMORIAL GARDEN ORFDWHG DW %UJ\ %DQDGHUR &DODPED City, Laguna and more particularly GHVFULEHG DV /RW $ /RW $ Psd-42556 and covered TCT Nos. 7 7 7KH SURMHFW LV under EO 648.

Notice is hereby given that the said Petition will be heard by this Authority on 30 May 2019 at 10:00 oâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;clock in the morning, at the 7th Floor, MARINA Hearing Room, at the above address.

ILIGAN LIGHT AND POWER, INC. (ILPI), Applicant. x---------------------------------------------------------------x

4,316,785.57 (1,380,429.61) 1,405,794.19 330,656.90

Notice is hereby given to the public that the estate of the late FRANCISCO B. ESCARDA ZDV WKH VXEMHFW RI DQ DIÂżGDYLW of extrajudicial settlement of estate with partition executed by and among his heirs on May 21, 2019 and acknowledged as Doc. No. 33 on Page No. 08 RI %RRN 1R ,9 6HULHV RI before Atty. Vladimir Mikail C. Reyes, a notary public for and in the City of San Jose del Monte.

Notice is hereby given that the estate of the late LETICIA D. REYES has been extrajudicially settled by and among her heirs as per Deed of Extrajudicial Settlement of the Estate with Waiver executed on April 12, 2019 and entered as per Doc. 1R 3DJH 1R %RRN 1R ;9 6HULHV RI RI the notarial registry of Atty.

Florimond C. Rous an notary SXEOLF IRU DQG LQ 4XH]RQ &LW\

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IN THE MATTER OF THE APPLICATION TO CONFIRM THE TRUE-UP CALCULATIONS OF OVER AND UNDER RECOVERIES OF PASS-THROUGH COST ADJUSTMENTS IMPLEMENTED FOR THE BILLING PERIODS FROM JANUARY 2016 TO DECEMBER 2018

PASS-THRU CHARGES Generation Transmission System Loss Lifeline Subsidy Senior Citizen Subsidy TOTAL

Republic of the Philippines 2IÂżFH RI WKH 3UHVLGHQW +RXVLQJ DQG 8UEDQ 'HYHORSPHQW Coordinating Council Housing and Land Use Regulatory Board SOUTHERN TAGALOG REGION â&#x20AC;&#x201C; (STR)

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NOTICE OF EXTRAJUDICIAL SETTLEMENT OF ESTATE

NOTICE OF EXTRAJUDICIAL SETTLEMENT OF THE ESTATE WITH WAIVER

Republic of the Philippines NATIONAL POLICE COMMISSION PHILIPPINE NATIONAL POLICE HEALTH SERVICE &DPS %JHQ 5DIDHO 7 &UDPH 4XH]RQ &LW\

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Schedule May 22 â&#x20AC;&#x201C; June 11, 2019 May 30, 2019 â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 10:00 A.M. June 11, 2019 â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 10:00 A.M. Subject to usual guidelines as stated in RA 9184 and its Implementing Rules and Regulation

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EDITORS AND DESKMEN Competencies â&#x20AC;˘ Excellent command of written and spoken English â&#x20AC;˘ Degree holder preferably in journalism, communications, or related discipline (e.g. political science or economics with journalism experience) â&#x20AC;˘ Experience in editing news, analytical reports and columns â&#x20AC;˘ Strong news judgment and familiarity with local issues, as well as an understanding of relevant world affairs â&#x20AC;˘ $ELOLW\ WR ZULWH DQG HGLW ZLWK Ă&#x20AC;DLU DQG VSHHG WR PHHW tight deadlines â&#x20AC;˘ )DPLOLDU ZLWK 0LFURVRIW 2IÂżFH VRFLDO PHGLD DQG search engines â&#x20AC;˘ Ability to lead and organize a team well â&#x20AC;˘ Good attitude, willingness to adjust to new systems and ability to respect authority within the organization

REPORTERS Competencies â&#x20AC;˘ Excellent command of written and spoken English â&#x20AC;˘ Degree holder preferably in journalism, communications, or related discipline â&#x20AC;˘ Ability to establish and maintain a network of contacts in government and the private sector as source of information and analysis â&#x20AC;˘ Ability to identify the angle of news from a raft of available information or seek out information to build a solid news story â&#x20AC;˘ Familiarity with local issues and an understanding of relevant world affairs â&#x20AC;˘ $ VHQVH RI VSHHG DQG DFFXUDF\ LQ ZULWLQJ DQG ÂżOOLQJ real-time stories to the news desk to meet tight deadlines â&#x20AC;˘ Knows Microsoft Office, social media and search engines â&#x20AC;˘ A good team player, but is able to work independently within the perimeters of a given assignment â&#x20AC;˘ Good attitude, willingness to adjust to new systems and ability to respect authority within the organization

Interested applicants, please send a full resume, specifying your subject of expertise, with links to samples of online work or appropriate attachments.

Please email your resumĂŠ at: hrd@manilatimes.net, or you may apply personally at 2/F Sitio Grande Bldg., 409 A. Soriano Avenue, Intramuros, Manila (Formerly TRB Bldg.), or you may call Irish de Guzman at 524-5664 local 122.

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The grounds relied upon.

All such persons who wish to have a copy of the Application may request from Applicant that they be furnished with the same, prior to the date of the initial hearing.

Applicant is hereby directed to furnish all those making such request with copies of the Application and its attachments, subject to the reimbursement of reasonable photocopying costs. Any such person may likewise examine the Application and other pertinent records ÂżOHG ZLWK WKH &RPPLVVLRQ GXULQJ WKH VWDQGDUG RIÂżFH KRXUV WITNESS, the Honorable Commissioners ALEXIS M. LUMBATAN, CATHERINE P. MACEDA and PAUL CHRISTIAN M. CERVANTES, Energy Regulatory Commission, this 06th day of May 2019 in Pasig City.

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The Commission reserves the right to reject any and all bids, declare a failure of bidding or not to award the contract on the following ground: - There is prima facie evidence of collusion: 7KH %$& IDLOHG WR IROORZ SUHVFULEHG ELGGLQJ SURFHGXUHV 7KHUH LV DUH MXVWLÂżDEOH JURXQG V ZKHUH WKH FRQWUDFW ZLOO QRW UHGRXQG WR WKH EHQHÂżW RI WKH JRYHUQPHQW ZLWKRXW LQFXUULQJ DQ\ OLDELOLW\ WR WKH DIIHFWHG ELGGHU V (Sgd. ) ATTY. GUILLERMO B. IROY, JR. %$& Âą &KDLUSHUVRQ

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