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30,000 housing units for TS victims eyed

By CRIS DIAZ Associate editor

PUBLIC and private entities had committed about 30,000 housing units for displaced victims of Typhoon Sendong in Cagayan de Oro City, Rep. Rufus Rodriguez, 2nd District, Cagayan de Oro City said Saturday.

He said constructions of these housing units are underway at various relocation sites.”It would take six to nine months before these units are all completed,” Rodriguez added.

Rodriguez said the government’s National Housing Authority has pledged 10,000 units while private entities such as San Miguel Corporation committed 5,000 units and the Philippine National Red Cross, 1,000 housing units.

About 18,000 people in Cagayan de Oro City were dislocated at the height of Typhoon Sendong in Cagayan de Oro City on the morning of Dec. 17, 2012.

Some of these victims are now temporarily living in a tent city and evacuation centers, mostly public schools and covered courts, Rodriquez said.

“Renters are also entitled to housing units,” he added.

The heavy rains spawned by typhoon caused streams and river tributaries in the mountains of Bukidnon and Lanao provinces to swell finding its deadly path of rampaging waters off to Cagayan de Oro River and Mandulog River in Iligan HOUSING/PAGE 11

For more details, contact Tel. No.: 309-5276 HERMILINO VILLALON Manager

WEATHER UPDATE The eastern section of Southern Luzon and the eastern and southern sections of Mindanao will experience mostly cloudy skies with scattered rainshowers and isolated thunderstorms. Northern Luzon will have partly cloudy to cloudy skies with isolated light rains while the rest of the country will be partly cloudy to cloudy with isolated rainshowers or thunderstorms.

Moderate to occasionally strong winds blowing from the Northeast and east will prevail over the eastern section of Southern Luzon and coming from the northeast over the rest of Luzon.

The coastal waters along these areas will be moderate to occasionally rough. Elsewhere, winds will be light to moderate coming from the East to Northeast with slight to moderate seas.

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Was LA teacher fired for speaking Tagalog?

By JOSEPH PIMENTEL of Asian Journal via InterAksyon.com

LOS Angeles––The prinA Philippine Army officer poins at the 183 superdyne explosive sticks recovered by troopers of the 75IB, 6ID, cipal at Precious Blood ElPA at the vicinity of Barangay Cusip, Rosario, Agusan Sur, January 19, this year. Photo supplied ementary School is hoping to meet with parents sometime next week, to quell the recent allegations made by a Filipino teacher -- that she

By ARJAY S. FELICILDA, Caraga news bureau was fired because she spoke Tagalog in school grounds.

CAMP Ferrer, Bislig City–– ence of an armed group, “A pastor of the dioTroopers from the 75TH believed to be members cese and I are planning to Infantry Battalion of the of the New People’s Army meet with a small group Philippine Army have re- (NPA) in the area. of parents next week,” said covered a total of 183 sticks According to Lt. Col. Principal Karen Velasquez of superdyne explosive ma- Benavides, 75th IB comto the Asian Journal. “We’ve terials, January 19 this year, mander, considers this desent an official letter [to in Barangay Cusip, Rosario, velopment as part of the the parents] to reconcile Agusan Sur. results of their continuthis issue.”

Jointly led by 1st Lt. ing effort in protecting the Velasquez declined furAnas of the Bravo Com- rights of every individual ther comment on the ispany and 1st Lt. Solis of the within the battalion’s area sue of firing Mrs. Nimfa Headquarters Company, of responsibility.

THE 183 superdyne explosive sticks earlier recovered Cook, a former fifth grade the troopers have chanced He also recognized the by troopers of the 75IB, 6ID, PA in Agusan Sur, undergo teacher at Precious Blood, upon the explosive materials support of the local populace a thorough tactical inspection at the battalion head- who last week made startling while conducting security in the maintenance of law quarters in Camp Ferrer, Bislig City. Photo supplied allegations that she was patrol at the boundary of and order in the area.

Barangay Cusip and Quarry The recovered items were Brigade of the Philippine fires with them in a remote terminated for speaking 9, Rosario town. brought to this headquarters Army recovered firearms village in Lupon town in Tagalog, after the principal and explosives believed to Davao Oriental, around had banned the language Before the incident, a for proper disposition. concerned citizen volunIn Kidapawan city, sol- be owned by the communist 10:35 a.m. Saturday, military from being spoken on the TEACHER/PAGE 11 tarily tipped about the pres- diers belonging to the 701st guerillas after they traded official said.

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Riding the Dragon: 2012 predictions from Chinese masters

By JOYCE WOO of Agence France-Presse via InterAksyon.com

WANT to know what’s in store for 2012? Who will win the US election? Will the eurozone implode? China’s feng shui masters tackle the big issues with their predictions for the Year of the Dragon. Here, what China astrologers predict.

As Chinese communities around the world prepare to ring in the new year on today (January 23, 2011), astrologers and geomancers are predicting the dragon will bring natural disasters and financial volatility, especially to crisis-hit Europe.

“The world economy will be unstable in the Year of the Dragon, because the

economies in Europe and the US are still suffering from the effects of the recession,” Hong Kong feng shui master Anthony Cheng says.

Celebrity astrologer Peter So says the United States will provide some good news late in the year, but his charts for Europe make grim reading.

“Europe will not recover so soon -- it is expected to suffer at least until 2014.

But what I can say is this, a recovery for the US economy is possible in 2013,” he says.

If you’re prepared to ride the dragon and invest in 2012, Russia and China could be your best bets. The two emerging markets will be the best performers in a volatile year, says Cheng.

But be prepared for surprises, especially out of China where the Communist Party will hold its 18th Congress to select a new generation of leaders.

“In the second half of the year, a scandalous corruption case will be exposed in China,” warns Cheng, refusing to elaborate about who will be implicated.

“I can also predict that in Hong Kong and in mainland China, a number of highranking officials will be forced to step down. Some may be thrown behind bars, or even pass away.”

Many Chinese take such predictions seriously and adjust their lives accordingly. Feng shui, the ancient study of the forces of chi, or

life energy, is a daily part of life in the Chinese world.

One of Hong Kong’s largest brokerages, CLSA, releases a Feng Shui Index every year, offering its “tongue-in-cheek” predictions for global markets and world affairs.

Lest anyone takes it seriously, CLSA admits that feng shui’s “original purpose was to locate auspicious burial spots, not call the twists and turns of the equity markets or individual sectors.”

But it has a stab anyway, even if some of its predictions are less than audacious.

For example, it says the stars point to a “job opening” for Chinese Vice President Xi Jinping, the man everyone expects to become China’s

next ruler after the 18th Congress in October or November.

As for US politics, the soothsayers are more cautious. When asked who will win the US elections, So refuses to make a prediction without precise information about the dates and times of the candidates’ births.

“Sometimes luck depends on the country itself, rather than an individual president,” he says enigmatically.

“For the US, they are starting to have luck on their side again, so it is going to be a good year no matter who’s elected.”

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3 fishers arrested for using triple net

By PAT SAMONTE, Regional editor-Caraga

BUTUAN City––Alert net off the coast of Barangay fish sanctuary guards ap- Adlay, Carrascal, Surigao prehended three men while del Sur on Friday morning. fishing with the use of triple Authorities identified the suspects as Mark Alex Aruyal, Jorge Medina and Danilo Alas.

Caraga police spokesperson Supt. Martin Gamba said the three were caught using a triple net in violation of Municipal Ordinance No. 07, Series of 2002 while fishing at Adlay Fish Sanctuary at around 10:45 in the morning.

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Caraga to receive P163m for anti-poverty BUTUAN City––Some P162 million will be disbursed for the Caraga Region in the first half of this year through the anti-poverty program Kapit Bisig Laban sa Kahirapan-Comprehensive and Integrated Delivery of Social Services (KALAHI-CIDSS) of the Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD).

T h e tot a l of P 1 6 1 , 968,531.62 came from the World Bank loan to fight poverty in the region. Included in this amount is the P24,688,043.69 local cash contribution (LCC) of the implementing local government units (LGUs), the DSWD regional office said.

Regional project manager and DSWD Assistant Regional Director Mita G. Lim said the DSWD Caraga regional office will disburse the cash grant to 136 sub-projects of the 15 partner local government ANTI-POVERTY/PAGE 11

CNN recognizes Siargao waves

SIARGAO Islands––Siargao’s famous waves were recently chosen as one of the world’s best surfing spots

by Cable News Network (CNN). The famed Cloud 9 spot in Gen. Luna, Surigao Norte placed second in Southeast Asia , next to Bali, Indonesia that was included in CNNGO’s top 50 best surfing spots.

PDEA reports success in operations

CARAGA Region––Two barangays in the municipality of Prosperidad are suspected to have Marijuana plantations. This, as the PDEA-Caraga, PNP, Philippine army and other stakeholders have confiscated 532 fully-grown Marijuana and seedlings in Sitio Umayam, Lapaz on June 2011; and uprooted 5,371 hills in Sitio Mactan on July 8, 2011.

Mass wedding on Valentine’s Day

SURIGAO City––The city government will hold anew the mass wedding, dubbed as “Kasalan sa Valentines Day” on February 10 this year. Registration is done at the City Civil Registrar’s Office.

Gender advocates prepare for Women’s Month 2012

CARAGA Region––Preparations are underway for this year’s Women’s Month celebration in March. According to Regional Human Rights Director Marylin Pintor, who also heads the RDC Gender and Development Council, preliminary concerns have been discussed during the January 10 council meeting at the Priscilla’s Bed & Breakfast, Butuan City.

70,538 is latest count of individuals affected by Sendong

Northern Mindanao––As of January 20 this year, OCD Director Ana Cañeda said that latest RDRRMC report bares some 70,538 families affected by Tropical Storm Sendong in the region. This consists of 388,836 persons in 69 Misamis Oriental barangays, 46 in Cagayan de Oro City, 30 in Iligan City and 39 in Bukidnon.

COMELEC braces for 2013 elections

BUKIDNON––The provincial COMELEC announced the start of voter’s registration in preparation for the 2013 elections. Provincial Elections Supervisor Lordino Salvaña said new registrants should be 18 years old.

They should also bring photocopies of birth certificate.

Those who wish to change civil status should present photocopies of marriage contract upon registration,” Salvaña said.

New disaster committee not a duplication MISAMIS Occidental––Governor Ramiro assured that the proposed committee on disaster preparedness will not be a duplication of any of the committees already organized by the province. The Governor is confident that there will be no hitch with the organization of such committee and that it will work out smoothly with the guidance of the OCD, the LGU and the national government agencies concerned with environment protection in the province.

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Butuan vice mayor sets sight on congress post

By PAT SAMONTE, Regional editor-Caraga

BUTUAN City––Vice-Mayor Lawrence Lemuel Fortun appears set on running for Agusan del Norte’s 1st congressional district in next year’s election opposite the wife of the late ex-mayor Democrito D. Plaza II. While Fortun did not categorically say he would seek the congressional post, he admitted to having the blessing of local Liberal Party leaders and supporters.

According to Fortun, he was measuring his chances in what he said “this new

challenge” to serve the people. He did not elaborate.

Fortun’s likely opponent is former mayor Daisy Plaza who lost in her bid for this city’s top post to incumbent mayor Ferdinand Amante, Jr. She was mayor in 2004 to 2007.

Rep. Jose Aquino II, a

Philhealth hiring 600 ‘customer care’ nurses THE state-run Philippine Health Insurance Corp.

(Philhealth) intends to recruit 600 nurses to provide superior “customer care” to members and dependents seeking treatment in accredited hospitals.

Philhealth president and chief executive officer Dr. Eduardo Banzon said the nurses would be employed as part of the firm’s Customer Assistance, Relations and Empowerment Staff (CARES).

“The plan is to initially deploy the CARES nurses to all public hospitals, starting with the bigger ones,” Banzon said.

He s ai d t he nu rs e s would ensure the stressfree availment of benefits by qualified Philhealth members via spot eligibility checks in the hospital setting.

“We are committed to look after every Philhealth member and his or her qualified dependent,” Banzon said.

He said the CARES

nurses would also be tasked to encourage non-members to enlist with Philhealth, and facilitate payment of insurance premiums in the cashiering units of public hospitals.

“We will provide gainful employment to some of our idle nurses, while improving our customer care services, and fulfilling President Aquino’s hope and dream to provide complete health insurance to all Filipinos, rich and poor,” Banzon said.

The Professional Regulation Commission sees the number of totally unemployed Filipino nurses hitting 298,000 this year, to include the 68,000 who took the licensure exam in December.

pupil of former President Gloria Macapagal-Arroyo, is serving his third term as congressman. Rumors have it that he would seek the mayoral post to regain for Lakas-CMD Party the prestige it enjoyed during the 18-year Plaza reign here.

Fortun said he has introduced major reforms in the city council such as providing each council member a committee chairmanship and project development fund allotment which he said he did not enjoy as an opposition councilor.

Misamis Oriental 1st District Rep. Peter M. Unabia and Cagayan de Oro Vice Mayor Ian Acenas supervise the hauling of mud and debris from the main road in Acacia, barangay Carmen. Some 5,000 volunteers from Misamis Oriental assisted the city in cleaning the area. Photo by Gerry L. Gorit

Celebration of the ‘Year of the Dragon’ in one unforgettable day IT has been a tradition for Limketkai Mall to celebrate a spectacular, fun-filled Chinese New Year every year, and this year is no exemption.

As the Chinese New Year falls on January 23, 2012 (today), expect a day-long event for the whole family.

To officially open the Chinese New Year Celebration, there will be a threeday Chinese Food Bazaar from January 21 to 23, 2012.

Dance Sport Council of Cagayan de Oro will perform on Sunday, the 22nd of January and on Chinese New Year the 23rd, there will be a Lion & Dragon Dance at 10 in the morning to be followed with a presentation of Chinese Fashion Show and Korean Dance by Oro Christian Grace School, Musical Entertainment by Dolly Estomo, Timothy Ching & Bea Gabales.

“At 2 in the afternoon, we have invited Mr. Rico Puzon of Wushu Federation Philippines- Cagayan de

CHINESE NEW YEAR. Some enterprising individuals greet an establishment in Cogon market in Cagayan de Oro with their Lion and Dragon dance as the Filipino-Chinese community in the city celebrates the Chinese New Year. Photo by Rolando Sudaria Oro Chapter for a Wushu statement said. demonstration. There will These exciting events also be a Chinese Cultural will be happening at the Show to be performed by Rotunda, Limketkai Mall.

Kong Hua School,” the press The statement added:

“Join us and get ready to usher in the Year of the Dragon as we celebrate the Chinese New Year. KUNG HEI FAT CHOI!”

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MONDAY,JANUARY JANUARY23, 9, 2012 MONDAY,

New Westmincom commander named ZAMBOANGA CITY –Army Maj. Gen. Noel Coballes on Saturday assumed as new commander of the Western Mindanao Command vice Lt. Gen. Raymundo Ferrer who retires Monday after reaching mandatory retirement age of 56.

“We expect much from you that you carry on the task (as the new Wesmincom chief ). So don’t fail us,” Armed Forces Chief Gen. Jesse Dellosa told Coballes during his speech at the turnover of command ceremony at Camp A 10-wheeler is being taken from a river after it fell down the Tagoloan bridge in Don Basilio Navarro.

Dellosa likened the Tagoloan town in Misamis Oriental at the height of tropical storm Sendong. The accident also causes collisions of four other vihicles that left four people dead. tur nover of command Photo by Ercel Maandig ceremony to renewal of commitment to duty.

It also marked a continuity of duty and “new leader brings in new ideas,” Dellosa said.

“My instruction to him

Villar Foundation Military distributes relief recovers firearms

THE Villar Foundation was one of the non-government organizations that responded immediately in providing relief to victims of Typhoon Sendong in Cagayan de Oro City.

Two days after the disaster, on December 19, 2012, personnel of Villar Foundation distributed relief assistance to homeless typhoon victims in Cagayan de Oro City.

According to personnel, the Villar Foundation has also extended more than 70 boxes of medicines, over 2000 pieces of adult and children cloths, more than 600 relief plastic bags of food.

The relief operation was undertaking by Golden Haven Memoria Park, Villar’s corporate arm in Cagayan de Oro City, in cooperation with city officials. CD

A family victim of Typhoon Sendong, at the relocation site in Cagayan de Oro City, is among beneficiaries of the relief operation spearheaded by the Villar Foundation in cooperation with the city government of Cagayan de Oro City on December 19, 2011. Photo supplied

(Coballes) is just to continue what Gen. Ferrer had started,” Dellosa added.

Coballes said he was aware of the responsibility and great challenges of being the new Wesmincom commander.

Coballes enjoined the support officers and men of Wesmincom in all undertakings.

“Let us work as a team,” Coballes said.

Coballes, is a member of the PMA “Mapitagan” class of 1980. He spent most of his career under First Scout Ranger Regi-

ment (FSRR).

A bemedalled combat officer, Coballes served as the commander of the army’s 1st Infantry (Tabak) Division in Western Mindanao, before getting the Westmincom top post.

Ferrer, a member of the Philippine Military Academy (PMA) “Masikap” class of 1977, will be celebrating his 56th birthday on Monday, Jan. 23.

Installed on Nov. 19, 2010, Ferrer was the fourth commander since Wesmincom activated in 2006.

The outgoing General was recipient of the Presidential Legion of Honor, Distinguished S e r v ice Stars, Bronze Cross Medals, Military Merit Medals, and Military Commendation Medals. CD with wire reports

KIDAPAWAN City––Soldiers of the army’s 701st Brigade recovered firearms and explosives during hot pursuit after a brief firefight with armed groups believed members of the communist News People’s Army in a remote village in Davao Oriental Saturday morning.

Brig. Gen. Leonido Bongcawil, army commander of the 701st Brigade, said the explosives and firearms now under their possession were two improvised antipersonnel landmines and an M203 grenade launcher.

He said government troopers were heading towards Barangay San Isidro in Lupon for an outreach program when they encountered some 20 fully-armed New Peoples’ Army (NPA) rebels.

The armed fighting GOOD LUCK. Lt. Gen. Raymundo Ferrer shakes hands with newly installed Western lasted for 30 minutes, after Mindanao Command Chief Maj. Gen. Noel Coballes on Saturday. Ferrer reaches MILITARY/PAGE 11 the mandatory age retirement at 56 on Monday. Photo supplied

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DOST bares national flood mgmt program AS the cities of Iligan and Cagayan de Oro continue to reel from the huge swath of destruction of lives and property left behind by super typhoon “Sendong,” the Department of Science and Technology (DOST) introduced a locally-developed scientific flood warning system that offers a more responsive disaster preparedness mechanism for the country.

In an interagency meeting held recently, DOST Secretary Mario Montejo presented the National Flood Monitoring, Forecasting, and Mitigation Program––an integrated, comprehensive system that responds to the urgent need for a reliable flood warning system covering the country’s major river systems and watersheds.

“The National Flood Monitoring Program is government’s commitment toward a more effective and efficient disaster

mitigation and monitoring system. Too many lives have already been lost, and it is high time for science to step up to the plate and save lives this time around,” Montejo said.

The project received support from other meeting participants, including Department of Social Welfare and Development Secretar y Ma. Corazon “Dinky” Soliman, Department of Justice Secretary Leila de Lima, including the undersecretaries from the interior and local gov-

ernment and environment and Highways Secretary departments. Leading Rogelio Singson. the meeting was DepartThe flood management ment of Public Works program, according to

Montejo, has four main components: the DREAM or the Disaster Risk Exposure, Assessment, and

Mitigation; FLOODNET; Sensors Development and Weather Media.

These measures were launched after President Benigno Aquino III issued strict directives to concerned government agencies to step up national efforts toward greater and more intensive disaster risk reduction and management procedures in the wake of Typhoon “Sendong.”

“Disaster preparedness will entail a team effort, so that together we will be able to achieve goals and end-results mutually beneficial for all,” Montejo added.

For his part, Singson stressed the vital role of communication so the public will understand the usage and effectiveness of these devices, which are about ready to roll out.

(S&T Media Service)

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The fast rising Kapuso network star will join rock legends Pepe Smith, Ely Buendia, Slapshock, Razokrback, Greyhoundz, Kjwan, Wilabaliw, and past Muziklaban champions in spicing up the culmination of the 2011 Red Horse Beer Muziklaban , the biggest, loudest, and most prestigious amateur rock band competition in the Philippines.

Lovi, who confessed that she is a Red

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DSWD documents orphaned children by typhoon Sendong in N. Mindanao

By RUTCHIE CABAHUG-AGUHOB of PIA-10

OZAMIZ City, Misamis Occidental––An initial record of fifteen children who were separated, unaccompanied and orphaned in Iligan City had been documented by the Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD), Region 10.

Atty. Araceli F. Solamillo, Regional Director of DSWD-10 said a Social Welfare Officer (SWO) had been assigned to document cases of these children who were separated, unaccompanied and orphaned by Typhoon Sendong, in coordination with all the Camp Managers of the evacuation centers (EC’s), in the cities of Iligan and Cagayan de Oro (CDO).

However, no information yet on the consolidation/ disaggregation of data in the EC’s of CDO have been completed and turned over to DSWD-10.

Solamillo said the United Nations International Children’s Education Fund (UNICEF) is now gearing

up for a series of training activities on Family Tracing and Reunification (FTR), Psychosocial Care and Support (PCS), and Social Work Case Management (SWCM).

These capacity building activities are for city social workers and child protection partners, Solamillo said.

UNICEF, in partnership with CFSI, has also organized a series of psychosocial activities for more than 1,300 children in 12 evacuation centers in both cities.

At least 3,000 children have also been reached with

psychosocial and debriefing activities by CPWG members.

Meanwhile, 97 volunteers from the Education Cluster have been trained on psychosocial support and care, last Jan. 8-10, to assist teachers from the Department of Education (DepEd) in handling sessions in classroom setting.

In partnership with the SGBV sub-cluster, UNICEF also spearheaded the distribution of advocacy materials for the “Say No, Run and Tell” for the prevention of abuse in in the EC’s, Solamillo added.

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Ordinary people are the real judges IN the impeachment trial of Chief Justice Renato Corona, the Senators act as judges.

However, in a very real way, the Filipino people are the true judges.

In their minds, many Filipinos have already provided him a proper hearing. They read newspapers, watch TV, listen to the radio and engage in discussions.

They may have an idea whether Corona and the other Arroyo appointed Justices have repeatedly and blatantly conspired to protect the interests of the Arroyos as against those of the people. The justices’ decisions on the past cases reveal this. They may not need the Senator-Judges to tell them basic facts because they believe that everybody knows what’s happening to this country.

Judgements could stem from their own, their relatives’ and friends’ court experiences . Filipinos are deeply aware of how the “utang na loob”, “lagayan”, “pakikisama” and “tayotayo” cultural traits are

Guest Editorial widely ingrained in the judicial system – which coupled with plain greed – translate into corruption and all kinds of injustices.

The first three traits are self explanatory. “Tayotayo” stems from familial, political, school, fraternity or sorority ties. (Perhaps more than anyone else, Filipino lawyers who engage in litigation wish that these distortions in the justice system were not so – but many are resigned to realities of which they believe they have no control. To win their cases, even if unwilling they must play according to rules to which they are hostage.

Some honest judges feel the same disgust over judicial corruption. Even if they know some colleagues are rotten as hell, they prefer to keep silent to avoid complications or even dangers to their comfortable lives. Group mentality

Correcting mistakes THINK a minute.

What do you usually do when you make a mistake?

If you’re doing a math problem in school and your answer is wrong, what do you do?

Don’t you just go back, find your mistake and fix it?

Or when you realize you’re on the wrong road to the market, don’t you just turn around and take the right road?

In fact, the person who turns around the soonest is the smartest, because he doesn’t waste anymore of his time and energy going the wrong way.

There is nothing smart about being too proud and stubborn to admit we’ve made a mistake.

Since God created life, He is the only One Who knows the right way through

Think A Minute Jhan Tiafau Hurst it. That’s why God the Son came to show us the right road.

Jesus came to show us how to live the correct way that works, so we could be happy and successful.

He showed us how to have healthy, happy relationships; how to teach and love our children; how to enjoy a satisfying marriage for a lifetime; and how to use our special abilities to reach our full potential in our job and career.

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Jesus shows us the honest, loving heart and character He created us all to have.

He showed that if our heart is ruled by His strong and loving character, then we will genuinely love others and not use them or hurt them.

It makes no sense to ask 2 plus 2 to equal 5.

Just like it makes no sense to ask God to change the facts of right and wrong, only so you and I can live our own wrong way.

Think: what if just this one time God let me do the wrong thing I want to do?

Then how would I feel if God let someone else do that same wrong thing to me or my family?

Jesus shows us His right ways for our own happiness, not to be strict and take all the fun out of life.

Jesus came to forgive us and show us the successful, satisfying life He created us for. So if you’ve not been living for Jesus Christ, you can do the smart thing today: just admit that your way of living is wrong, and ask Jesus to take full charge of your life.

It’s only when we start living our Maker’s way that we can start enjoying His good life—the way it’s made to work.

Just Think a Minute.

Capitol is rejoicing

FOR the past month, Typhoon Sendong was a blessing in disguised for provincial capitol officials. At least, issues affecting the provincial capitol PEOPLE/p.10 were, at this moment, kept in the sideline.

For Misamis Oriental Governor Oscar Moreno, the time was conducive for his ‘Wednesday Club’ to plot and The MINDANAO DAILY is published by Mindanao Daily plan political stratagem that would Balita at Door 3, Geleng Bldg., Lapasan Highway, Cagayan de discredit and weaken the Emano ad- Cris Diaz Oro City. It is registered with the Department of Trade and ministration of the city government.

Industry (DTI), Region 10 with CerƟfifcate No. 01349532, Moreno knows that issues such as negligence, derelicand with Business Permit No. 2011-1516, TIN No. 946-396- tion of duties and possible violation of the Department 807-001 of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR) geoTelefax Nos: (088) 856-3344, (08822)74-53-80, hazard warning are potential weapons for an effective Cell nos.: 0917-7121424, 0923-432-0687 propaganda against city government officials.

Website: www//mindanaodailybalita.com Moreno’s drumbeaters and propaganda machines E-mail: mindanaodaily.ads@gmail.com know that these are lethal weapons to inflict severe mindanaodailynews@gmail.com political damage to Cagayan de Oro City officials while keeping himself (Moreno) unperturbed. Organizing nonDANTE M. SUDARIA PUBLISHER government organizations to carry out sinister political plots is the most effective method to hide oneself from ROSE MARY D. SUDARIA RUEL V. PELONE being suspect in all these political fracases.

MANAGER EDITOR-IN-CHIEF Of course, Moreno will say that he has nothing to do ALLAN M. MEDIANTE MELANIE RIVERA in all these campaigns. But after announcing his interest EXECUTIVE EDITOR IRENE DOMINGO

NELSON V. CONSTANTINO

MONDAY, JANUARY 23, 2012

for the city’s mayoral post and having known to trade barbs with City Mayor Vicente Emano, any anti-Emano movement then will be associated with him.

In other words, all these movements such as the signature for a recall election and the filing of charges against Emano with Malacañang had Moreno’s fingerprints. That is why these initiatives are incredible.

Nevertheless, politics is politics. Moreno understands Winston Churchill’s, “war kills a person only once. Politics kills a person many times”. Obviously, these various movements designed to malign Dongkoy Emano follows Churchill’s statement.

Instead of looking into plaints of Capitol employees whose 14th month bonus, as promised, never been released. Instead of making salaries of contractual and casual workers on time, Moreno finds investing on politics favorable to him. He is glad Typhoon Sendong has destroyed Cagayan de Oro City! What has Moreno done to alleviate victims of Typhoon Sendong?

What had these NGOs done like the Save CDO Movement, the Wednesday Club and similar other organizations campaigning to oust Dongkoy Emano after Typhoon Sendong? Perhaps, the people of Cagayan de Oro – victims and non-victims of Typhoon Sendong – understand that entertaining these movements is but a waste of time. –0-

Corona must explain, or resign now!

By BATAS MAURICIO

LIFE’S INSPIRATIONS: “So in everything, do to others what you would have them do to you, for this sums up the Law and the Prophets…” (Jesus Christ, in Matthew 7:12, the Holy Bible).

-oooMEDIA BOOBOO, OR MEDIA BIAS? Is it merely “misappreciation”, or a “deliberate omission”? What I am referring to here, of course, are the questions raised by Sen. Alan Peter Cayetano at the fourth day of the impeachment trial of Chief Justice Renato Corona at the Senate last Thursday, January 19, 2012.

Alan’s questions--and the answers given by congressmen-prosecutors--showed that at the time the impeachment complaint was signed and sent to the Senate, the 188-congressmen-signatories did not really have any evidence of ill-gotten wealth or of graft and corruption

against the Chief Justice, and that their complaint relied mainly on “reports” and “suspicions”.

This is an important piece of news, showing the lack of merit of the charges against the chief justice, and yet, it did not see print in the newspapers the day after, nor was it given prominent discussion in radio and television programs. Merely misappreciated, or deliberately omitted? Media booboo, or media bias?

-oooCORONA MUST EXPLAIN, OR RESIGN NOW: But then, unless some credible explanation is immediately given by Corona, the entries appearing in his statement of assets, liabilities and net worth (SAL-N) tend to indicate that he was less than truthful in his declarations in official public documents. If not explained, the entries tend to show that he undervalued

Kakampi mo ang batas his assets, either to avoid being noticed, or to avoid paying proper taxes.

If that is the case, I am of the belief that there is no more need to continue with the impeachment trial.

On the basis alone of the untruthful valuations as reflected in his SAL-N, if not properly explained, it would appear that Corona’s right to hold on to his post as a chief justice is no longer there. The position, as it were, has slipped from his grip.

For, anyone who cannot be truthful in any public document does not deserve to occupy a lofty position, especially the lofty and majestic position of a chief dispenser of justice, in the highest court of the land yet.

Therefore, even if he is not compelled to present his evidence yet, Corona must explain to the public the discrepancies in his

SAL-N, now. Otherwise, he can no longer justify his continuing in office, and must therefore resign immediately.

-oooWARNING OF JESUS ABOUT WEALTH: Jesus Christ, our God and Savior, has a stern warning, in Matthew 16:26-27 of the Bible, against those who will concern themselves more on accumulating wealth here on earth: “…

What good will it be for someone to gain the whole world, yet forfeit their soul?

Or what can anyone give in exchange for their soul?”

He also warned, in Matthew 6:19-29: “Do not store up for yourselves treasures on earth, where moths and vermin destroy, and where thieves break in and steal.

But store up for yourselves treasures in heaven, where moths and vermin do not destroy, and where thieves do not break in and steal.

For where your treasure is, there your heart will be also…”

MONDAY, JANUARY 23, 2012

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MARKET WATCH January 23, 2012

US$ 1.00 Repo Rate Reverse Repo Rate Inflation Rate

- PhP 43.3390 - 6.50% - 4.50%

-4.2%(2006=100) -4.096%(2000=100)

91-day T-bill Rate - 0.919% Gold Buying/ troy oz. - US$1655.30 Silver Buying - US$30.5

CDO orders gasoline dealers to freeze prices of gasoline, diesel CAGAYAN DE ORO CITY, – The city council here directed an explanation from gasoline dealers for noncompliance of standing order of the state of national calamity in view of the disaster brought by tropical storm ‘Sendong.’

The Office of the President, on Dec. 20, 2012, issued Proclamation No. 303 putting the entire city under the state of national calamity, following the killer flashfloods that devastated the city on December 17.

In a recent forum held in the city, sponsored by the Department of Energy (DOE), Energy Undersecretary Jose Layug said that the department has a standing order excluding the cities of Cagayan de Oro and Iligan from the coverage of rounds of increases in the prices of petroleum products in view of the disaster brought by ‘Sendong,’ until after the lifting of the declaration.

Yet, days after Undersecretary Layug made the announcement, local gasoline dealers implemented oil price hikes to the dismay of the public, especially the motorists.

Hence, the order demanding an explanation from local gasoline dealers for their utter disregard of the DOE standing order. (pia-10)

Calls to increase PERA intensify The move to increase to P4,000 the P2,000 monthly Personnel Economic Relief Allowance (PERA) granted to government employees is fast gaining ground in the House of Representatives.

Rep. Antonio Tinio (Party-list, ACT Teachers) filed House Bill 5662 seeking the timely increase to supplement the basic compensation of state workers due to the rising cost of living.

“An increase in the PERA will offer government personnel more substantial relief from the erosion of the purchasing power of public sector salaries and wages,” Tinio said.

Tinio said the PERA was first granted to government employees in 1991, in the amount of P500 per month. An additional compensation of P1,500 was given by virtue of Joint Resolution 4 issued by the House of Representatives and the Senate on 17 June 2009 totaling to P2,000.

“The PERA is granted monthly to all public sector employees, whether paid on salary, wage or base pay basis across all agencies. This benefit is considered as a supplement to their basic compensation,” Tinio said.

Under the measure, the augmentation of the PERA shall be referred as the Augmented Personnel Economic Relief Allowance (APERA).

This shall be granted to civilian government personnel whether employed by the national or local governments, appointive or elective, and whether occupying regular, contractual or casual positions covered by Republic Act 6758, otherwise known as the “Compensation and Position Classification Act of 1989,” as amended, as well as military and uniformed personnel.

Government personnel stationed abroad already receiving overseas allowances are not entitled to APERA. For the first year of implementation, the funds for the APERA of national government agencies shall be charged against savings, which include unreleased appropriations and other programmed appropriations. The amount shall be included in the annual General Appropriations thereafter.

Meanwhile, the budget for local government units shall be charged against their local funds and any deficiency shall be charged against the balances of their Internal Revenue Allotments, which are authorized to be realigned for the purpose.

The amount necessary for the APERA shall thereafter be provided in their respective local budgets.

The bill mandates the Department of Budget and Management (DBM) to issue the implementing rules and regulations for the effectivity of this Act.

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The Peso: Lowly Currency No More

News Feature.....

There was a time, when the Philippines was just beginning to assert economic independence from the United States, when the pride of Filipinos was having their own currency with the same value as the US dollar.

The global shift from the gold standard - when the value of a currency was based on its equivalent in gold - to a floating rate - when currencies find their worth in terms of goods these can buy, led to a constant fluctuation of the respective currencies of most countries, including the Philippines.

A strong peso, which means less pesos to buy a dollar, was good when the Philippines was depending on heavy imports and exporting was not yet a major economic activity.

With globalization, exports plus remittances from overseas Filipinos make the appreciation of the peso vis-à-vis the dollar a discouraging development.

The peso’s value compared to the dollar has risen by at least 7 percent between December 2009 and midOctober 2010. In peso terms, a dollar is now worth P3 less than it was worth in December 2009.

Business leaders also say that based on the projected $18 billion remittances for this year, overseas Filipinos’ dependents will “lose” P18 billion.

Exporters claim they cannot compete in the global markets when the exchange rate falls below P46 to a dollar - it is now hovering at P43 to $1, and some analysts are predicting the peso to appreciate further to P41 before the end of the year.

On the positive side, borrowers - including the government - whose loans are denominated in dollars, will spend less (in terms of pesos) in paying off their loans.

Also, the strong peso will help keep inflation low, particularly with respect to imported goods like oil

products.

The situation is not unique to the Philippines.

Other countries in East Asia, which are leading the global economic recovery, are attracting investments from the US as part of its effort to recover from the financial crisis.

The flow of dollars into emerging markets like the Philippines pushes up the value of these countries’ currencies and, conversely, depresses the value of the dollar, which is good for the US because it makes American goods cheaper in the export markets.

On the other hand, the appreciation of the currencies of the emerging economies makes their exports to the US and other developed countries more expensive

and thus less competitive, so these countries are also trying to halt the rise in the value of their currencies.

In the Philippines, for example, the Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas is looking at relaxing rules on the outflow of dollars through travel and overseas investments. In simple terms, the plan is to reduce the supply of dollars in the local markets to make dollars more expensive in terms of pesos. It’s basically an application of the law of supply and demand.

For individuals, including the families of overseas Filipinos, the appreciation of the peso may drive them to save the dollars they receive until the exchange rate moves up in favor of the dollar. Others may decide to invest their money in interest-bearing securities or deposits, in the stock market or in real estate before the peso appreciates further.

In the end, the strengthening of the peso has pros - like lower import costs for fuel and lower debt servicing - and cons - like less peso earnings from exports and from remittances. The challenge, really, is to look for opportunities that arise when the peso-dollar rate moves up or down.

Consultative fora, skills enhancement top RDC 10’s 2012 targets

By RUTCHIE CABAHUG-AGUHOB

OZAMIZ CITY, Misamis Occidental-- Provision of technical assistance in terms of capacity building, skills enhancement trainings and consultative fora tops the list of priority development thrusts of the Regional Development Council of Northern Mindanao (RDCX) for 2012.

This thrust covers the local government units (LGU’s), their Local Development Councils (LDC’s) and Local Legislative Bodies, and other stakeholders in the conduct of provincial/local or sectoral development planning, investment programming, project development and project monitoring and evaluation.

Local Planning Bodies and coordination of the advocacy of Disaster Risk Reduction and Climate Change Adaptation (DRR/CCA) including their mainstreaming/ integration into regional/local development planning and decision making endeavors, are also included.

Mobilizing government and Official Development Assistance (ODA) resources

UNVEILING CAMIGUIN SABO DAM: The Embassy of Japan’s Minister for Economic Affairs, Mr. Akio Isomata (2nd from left), assisted by DPWH Secretary Rogelio L. Singson (3rd from left), Camiguin Congressman Pedro P. Romualdo (4th from L), Camiguin Governor Jurdin Jesus M. Romualdo (5th from L) and Mahinog Mayor Alex R. Jajalla (6th from L), unveil the inaugural marker during the inauguration ceremony of the the P568-million JICA-funded construction of sabo dams and bridge projects at barangay Pontod in the municipality of Mahinog, Camiguin last January 7, 2012). HOMER R. JAJALLA

and strengthening of public and private partnership (PPP) to support the Medium Term Philippine Development Plan/Medium Term Philippine Investment Plan (MTPDP/ MTRIP) and the Medium Term Regional Development Plan/Regional Development Investment Plan (MTRDP/ RDIP) thrusts and priorities is also in the list.

Falling under this thrust are the priorities under the G-AT-E-W-A-Y-S concept spelled out in the plan documents approved by RDC-X, as well, as to continue to encourage and support the conduct of activities to entice investments and

concretize the implementation of key development programs and projects at the regional and local levels.

RDC will also monitor and evaluate locally-funded and foreign-assisted on-going projects to address implementation problems and bottlenecks, and to enhance funds utilization and facilitation of their early completion Another thrust of RDC-X is the conduct of wider dissemination and advocacy of the MTPDP/RDP, as well, as expand the sharing of knowledge through documentation of programs, projects and best practices supportive of the

plans that are being undertaken by regional and local development stakeholders.

In c lu d e d a l s o i s t h e strengthening of its role in regional development through the conduct of consultative assemblies and regular meetings and making use of its existing working mechanisms, processes and strong collaboration with the RDC Advisory Committee (RAC) and other similar structures, such as, the Regional Peace and Order Council (RPOC), Regional DRR and Management Council (RDRRMC) and the Mindanao Development Authority (MinDA), (PIA-10 Mis. Occ.)

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UPDATE : BusinessWeek Mindanao’s Partners OUTSTANDING ENTREPRENEURS & BUSINESS LEADERS AWARDS 2012 SMC to donate P500M to build homes, provide livelihood for Sendong victims

PRYCE CORPORATION Pryce Corporation, the company behind Pryce Plaza, is a property holding and real estate development company, founded on September 7, 1989.

Currently, it concentrates its operations in Mindanao.

Its developments include upscale residential subdivisions, condominiums and commercial properties; it is also into the development of memorial parks.

Pryce Corporation also owns Pryce Gases Incorporated (PGI), a subsidiary that imports LPG and produces industrial gases, and sells them through a wide distribution network in the Mindanao and Visayas region.

Pryce Gardens' steady growth in the real estate industry and PGI's financial resilience and growing presence in the LPG industry assure our customers that their investment has the backing and support of a strong, stable organization.

The company has also become the leading memorial park developer in Southern Philippines. It has eleven (11) first-class memorial parks located in strategic cities and towns in Mindanao. With this rapid

expansion, Pryce Corporation now have the Philippines' largest network of memorial parks.

Pryce Corporation has involved itself in many commercial property projects, residential subdivisions, hotel operations, and socialized housing projects.

These are shown below: Davao City, Mindanao: • Villa Josefina Resort Village, a 41.2-hectare beachfront subdivision • Villa Josefina Subdivision, a 6.5-hectare residential enclave in busy Matina crossing • Pryce Business Park, Davao City's first business park • Pryce Tower, Mindanao's first high-rise office condominium • St. Joseph Homes, a socialized housing project Cagayan de Oro City, Mindanao: • Pryce Plaza, an 81-room first-class convention hotel; • Puerto Heights Village, a 15-hectare upscale residential subdivision; • Mindanao Homes, a socialized housing project Iligan City, Mindanao: • Pryce Business Park-Iligan, an 8.5-hectare integrated commercial and business district.

A Pryce Gas LPG marine terminal

Pryce Gardens

Pryce Plaza

Pryce Tower

Puerto Heights Village

Villa Josefina Resort Village

New Tourism Campaign Wows International Travel Experts This year’s ASEAN Tourism Forum at Manado, Indonesia witnessed the new Philippine brand launch with the line - ‘It’s more fun in the Philippines.’

“ATF 2012 is a perfect platform to introduce to some 1,600 international delegates composed of buyers and sellers, the NTO community and media delegates,” Philippine Tourism Secretary Ramon R. Jimenez, Jr. said.

Focusing on the country’s core strength, the campaign singles out what no other destination can offer - and that is the Filipino people.

The Lonely Planet guidebook calls Filipinos ‘among the most easygoing and ebullient people anywhere.’ Meanwhile, a constant truth that comes out in the passenger exit surveys is the “warmth and hospitality of the people.”

“Our strategy is simple: while other countries invite you to observe, Filipinos can promise a more heartfelt and interesting experience. Wherever you go, whatever you do in the country, it’s the Filipinos

that will complete your vacation and will make your holiday unforgettable,” says the new tourism chief, who accepted the post in September 2011.

The Filipinos are already known around the world to be one of the happiest and warmest people on earth. In a survey conducted among expatriates by international bank HSBC, it was revealed that the Philippines is the 8th friendliest country for them.

The campaign hopes to enjoin the whole country in creating positive buzz of the tagline. The campaign was trending on Twitter Friday noon when it was earlier introduced to local media. Catching like wild fire, netizens flooded the web with creative ways to interpret the line through do-it-yourself-memes which could likely land on shirts, billboards, stickers and other collaterals.

Meanwhile, the ‘#1FORFUN’ local slogan aims to rally the Filipino nation to strengthen and sustain this well-appreciated fun character

and be a “constant reminder to make sure people’s experiences in our country are positive, enjoyable, and most of all, fun,” Jimenez added.

The presentation was wellreceived during the Philippinehosted dinner on 13 January 2012 at the Sultanraja Hotel.

The occasion was graced by North Sulawesi Governor Sinyo Harry Sarundajang, Philippine Ambassador to Indonesia Maria Rosario Claudio Aguinaldo and Consul General Jose Burgos.

Exciting travel prizes were raffled off from generous sponsors Philippine Airlines and various hotels and tour operators. The high spirits continued until curtain fall with participants dancing to band music and cheering the world-class performances by top Filipino artists.

Meanwhile, the Department of Tourism (DOT) has launched a new brand campaign to attract visitors to the country with the line - ‘It’s more fun in the Philippines.’

Focusing on the country’s

core strength, the campaign singles out what no other destination can offer - and that is the Filipino people.

For example, the Lonely Planet guidebook calls Filipinos ‘among the most easygoing and ebullient people anywhere.’

“Our strategy is simple: while other countries invite you to observe, Filipinos can promise a more heartfelt and interesting experience. Wherever you go, whatever you do in the country, it’s the Filipinos that will complete your vacation and will make your holiday unforgettable,” says the new Tourism Secretary, Ramon Jimenez, Jr. The Filipinos are already known around the world to be one of the happiest and warmest people on earth. The campaign hopes to enjoin the whole country in creating positive buzz of the tagline.

As t h e i nt e r n at i on a l campaign is underway, the DOT is also developing a national initiative under the line ‘#1FORFUN’ to rally the nation.

San Miguel Corporation is committing about half a billion pesos to build 5,000 homes initially for the thousands of families left homeless by typhoon Sendong in the cities of Cagayan de Oro, Iligan and Dumaguete.

“This is our way of sharing our blessings from the heart. We want to give our fellow Filipinos hope by providing them the means to start over again. We’re looking at providing livelihood opportunities on top of the houses that we will build for them,” SMC Chairman and CEO Eduardo Cojuangco Jr. said.

“More than just building houses, this is about rebuilding people’s lives and building safe communities,” Ramon S. Ang, San Miguel President and COO added.

The diversifying conglomerate is partnering with housing groups Gawad Kalinga and Habitat for Humanity to build the houses together with local government units to help identify relocation sites for the displaced families.

With this gesture, San Miguel hopes to inspire more private entities to help in the rehabilitation of the affected provinces.

Just recently, SMC signed the memorandum of understanding that will signal the start of discussions to build the houses together with GK and Habitat. Witnessing the event was Secretary Corazon “Dinky” Soliman of the Department of Social Welfare and Development.

San Miguel, through its San Miguel Foundation and Petron Foundation, already donated an estimated P12 million worth of products and cash for the victims of typhoon Sendong.

The donations, channeled through various government agencies, government officials, and non-governent organizations, included 480,000 bottles of Magnolia PureWater, 650 pieces of Purefoods Fiesta Ham and noche buena packs distributed to affected families on Christmas and New Year’s eve.

Aside from these, employees of various companies under San Miguel participated in relief operations and organized soup kitchens in more than 21 evacuation centers, benefitting 6,000 families from the hardest hit areas in CDO and Iligan.

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EXTRA-JUDICIAL SETTLEMENT OF ESTATE (With Waiver of Rights) Notice is hereby given that the intestate estate of late FELIPE C. PABLICO, who died on March 24, 2009 in the Medical Center, Cagayan de Oro City, Philippines, that the said decedent died without leaving any will, left parcel of Land (Lot 1401-H-1-A, Psd-10-008128, being a portion of Lot 1401-H-1, Psd-10-006998), situated in the Barrio of Kauswagan, City of Cagayan de Oro, Island of Mindanao. Containing an area of FOUR HUNDRED EIGHTY FIVE (485) SQUARE METERS, more or less, is under EXTRA-JUDICIAL SETTLEMENT OF ESTATE WITH WAIVER OF RIGHTS in Favor to his wife LUZVIMINDA M. PABLICO, of legal age, widow, Filipino and a resident of, Kauswagan, Cagayan de Oro City, Philippines and GWENHWYFAR SHANE M. PABLICO, likewise of legal age, single, Filipino and a resident of Kauswagan, Cagayan de Oro City, Philippines; are the only surviving and legitimate heirs of the deceased FELIPE C. PABLICO; as per Doc. No. 183; Page No. 37; Book No. XLI; Series of 2009.

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MONDAY, JANUARY 23, 2012

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HOROSCOPE AQUARIUS. This week, today on the 23rd, with your annual new moon in your sign, it signifies one of the most magical times in the astro year for you. Right now you need to keep your money and relationships separate. Life can change at any moment, stay focused on your highest priority. Just when everyone else tightens their financial budget, you could be in for a windfall, but don’t spend it all at once.

PISCES . Just when you thought you couldn’t fit anything PISCES. else in to your day, you are asked to stretch the 24 hours and do the impossible, all of which you are capable of achieving. With Venus in your sign, you can attract love and affection, but make sure that’s also what you give out: Fate has a hand in your life, but don’t sit back and let other people take over, it’s up to you to make your life happen.

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People From page 6 “pakikisama”and “tayotayo” also pressure them to be blind, deaf and mute.)

Understanding what goes on behind close court doors, most Filipinos may have already condemned Corona and the Arroyo appointed Justices in their minds and hearts. Try asking barbers, taxi drivers, waiters or bus, jitney or LRT commuters the question ”Why have Corona and the Arroyo appointed Justices repeatedly and blatantly ruled in favor of the Arroyos?”

More likely than not, the answer you will get: “Dahil iyan sa ‘utang na loob’ kay GMA (former President Gloria Macapagal Arroyo) na nag-apoynt

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sa kanila.” (It’s because of ‘utang na loob’ to GMA who appointed them.”)

Others may add the conjecture: “Siyempre, katakut takut na tuloy na lagayan din ang nangyayari diyan.” (“Of course, a lot of continuous bribery is also happening.”)

Filipinos know that the entire government system reek with rottenness – whether it is the Judicial, Executive or Legislative Branch. This is an over whelming problem which victimizes all of them. They wish there are some ways to clean up this mess.

President Simeon Benigno Aquino may be honest and sincere in trying to eradicate mass corruption through repeated pronouncements of good

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intentions and cracking down on some corrupt officials – but people sense that this is just scratching the tip of the iceberg. He needs to do more. Many believe that people have to help and be involved in the sacred effort to rid the country of corruption in order to create a better Philippines.

Ordinary people want a better life. They want to eliminate mass poverty and suffering by having a more efficient and honest government. They want more respect in the global community.

Let us consider their feelings. They are heavily taxed: income tax, property tax, sales tax, inheritance tax, excise tax….So much money taken from them by government which should

ARIES. It is a new year and you need to think about how you want to proceed. If you seek companionship, it can make a huge difference if you change your approach. If something isn’t clear, ask for clarification. Be ambitious to win and your self confidence will win in the end.

TAURUS. You can have everything you won’t, Taurus, but the trick is to find out what that is and then go about making your dreams a reality. A difference of an opinion can let you know more about someone’s life values. It may be time to call upon influential people from your personal database to provide assistance. It’s important to stay focused on the end result, but you also need some solo time to sort through your game plan.

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GEMINI. Put some thinking time aside so you know what way you want to proceed. If you can combine work and social engagement you could end up meeting someone interesting. The people you meet now can be influential in more than one way. When cash is up for discussion, make sure you keep your business mind intact, there is no room to get emotional.

CANCER. Even if you are run off your feet, it’s still a good idea to reach out to those in need. Karma can come round fast and come back to you with something special. If you want a relationship to last, you must add a dose of honesty to the mix. Decisive decisions are needed, but don’t do anything without all the facts and figures. Stay focused and business success will help build the bank account.

LEO . You are a go–getter, but try not to expect the same LEO. form everyone else, otherwise you could be disappointed.

When it concerns potential romance, there’s no room to be shy. To attract someone’s attention be bold. You are in charge of your life, make a decision and see it through.

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rightfully be returned to them in the form of optimum health care, better roads and bridges, quality education, peace and order and other government provided services and infrastructures.

Instead, billions of these tax moneys fall through the cracks and wind up in the pockets of corrupt officials including judges – resulting in national frustration and anger. The people have a right to demand an end to all of these dishonesty in government.

The intense interest in this impeachment trial is fueled by the people’s desire to have a cleaner government. Many say that by getting Chief Justice Corona impeached – it will help the country move along the right track.

VIRGO. There is nothing surer than life will change, and you will have decisions to make. Passion can pull on your heart strings, but remember, you can’t expect things to remain the same forever. You may decide to go a different direction, but if you do, consider all options. If you are involved in a financial transaction, don’t allow someone else to take control.

LIBRA. This week, it’s crucial for you to listen to your body and look after your health. Affection comes easily right now. Over this period, singles can bump into someone who doesn’t fit into normal mode you are attracted to. When you help others you also help you and it can result in the finalization of a stressful financial situation.

SCORPIO. This year is a new start for you, don’t take anyone or anything for granted. If someone has your attention in a big way, don’t let him or her out of your sight; it could be the real thing. There are many choices on the table, pick the one that has a history of success. Stay the course, and stay focused and you will be well rewarded, but in the process of working hard, don’t neglect your family.

SAGITTARIUS. Spending dollars on making your home a more pleasant and beautiful abode to come home to will be money well spent. A family connection will enhance your relationship. Be strategic at work and think through the options before you. Don’t take chances with your money, if you want to take a risk make sure you do your research first.

CAPRICORN. Your creativity is at an all time high and there is almost nothing you cannot achieve if you set your mind to it. Sometimes personal and financial arrangements can connect positively, but it is still good to put everything in writing. Whether you are ready or not, your career is ready to take off in a positive way, so you need to get in the driver’s seat and take control.

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So sees similar portents, but with an earthy twist.

“Indonesia, Pakistan, India and places in China like Sichuan, Yunnan, and Guizhou are particularly disaster-prone. They are likely to experience frequent earthquakes,” he says.

While the ancient Chinese were developing their systems of astrology and geomancy, people across the Pacific were finding other ways to predict the future.

The Mayans of modernday South America purportedly had a calendar that showed the world would come to an end on December 21, 2012.

Like the historians who rubbish such interpretations of Mayan belief, So says there is no need to fear the end is nigh.

“Doomsday is just a from page 2 bunch of make-believe,” The five Chinese ele- he says. ments are wood, fire, earth, metal and water, and 2012 is tipped to be big on water. From page 1 This could mean riches and abundance, but it could also City. spell disaster.

More than 1,400 people Well-known Hong Kong in Cagayan de Oro and astrologer Alion Yeo says Iligan City perished as Tywe should brace for storms phoon Sendong ravages and floods. “Expect to see a deadly flood in lowland lot of flooding in areas like areas while more than 1,00 termination. She also claims that at least 20 students left the school during the Christmas break and many parents have started a petition to oust the current Principal Velasquez.

The school sent out a letter dated on January 13 to parents, saying that banning the use of Tagalog and the number of students that have left Precious Blood Elementary School are untrue.

“We want to make clear that these allegations are unfounded and untrue,” said the letter signed by Rev. Father Manuel U. Gacad and Principal Karen Velasquez.

“It is best that we talk to each other, rather than about each other. This process will require time and effort, but it will ensure the best to happen for our school family.”

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Housing

Rows of tents for victim-survivors of Typhoon Sendong are set up in the relocation site of barangay Cala-anan in Cagayan de Oro City. About 30,000 housing units have been committed as permanent residence of family displaced by the typhoon internationally code name: ‘Washi.’ Photo supplied persons remains missing as of today. CD Pag-asa, the country’s weather and astronomical agency ranked Typhoon Sendong no. 1 as the deadliest and most destructive of the 10 typhoons that ravage the country in 2011. CD

13 LGUs are currently implementing the LGU-led Makamasang Tugon.

These are the municipalities of Veruela, Esperanza, La Paz, San Luis, and Sibagat in Agusan del Sur; Carmen and Jabonga in Agusan del Norte; Tagbina, Marihatag, Hinatuan, Bayabas, and San Miguel in Surigao del Sur; from page 2 and Pilar and Socorro town units (LGUs) throughout in Surigao del Norte. (PNA) the Caraga Region.

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directions, Bongcawil said.

He said pursing government troopers found the cache of firearms along the way. No casualty on the government side. There was no body count on possible casualty on the rebel side, too. With wire reports

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MONDAY, JANUARY 23, 2012

TOPS launches 11th store nationwide in CDO TOPS (The Of f-Price Store) had the grand launch of its 11th store nationwide last Jan. 14, 2012 at South Bank Plaza found at the corner of Don Apolinar Velez and Yacapin street.

The local franchise is owned and operated by the Dalkilic family, specifically brothers Mahmut and Rizal, who also set up the Turquoise Turkish Restaurant at SM and some other businesses based in the city.

The opening of the city’s first TOPS store was graced by no less than TOPS President and CEO Jonas “Bols” T. Ang, who is the brain behind successfully setting up the nationwide chain far from the madding crowd.

“Cagayan de Oro is our 11th store nationwide and we are also opening a 12th this weekend in Subic,” Mr. Ang said.

Other TOPS Stores can be found in Bel-Air Village in Makati, Blue Wave Mall in Marikina, Blue Wave Strip Mall in Pasay, QC Congressional, QC Commonwealth, Piazzo Sorrento in Bacolod, Asiatown IT Park in Cebu,

Red Square in Iloilo, Cash and Carry in Palanan, Makati; and Rufino street in Cotabato, TOPS is also branded as The Off-Price Store for its specialty in selling factor overruns of branded apparel and accessories but Mr. Ang clarifies this doesn’t mean TOPS is selling seconds or merchandise which don’t meet quality standards.

“We’d like to believe we are advocating practical fashion with TOPS line of branded overruns,” Mr. Ang said. “TOPS makes the world’s leading brands

accessible to the ordinary Filipino consumer at least as 80 percent off their original prices at boutiques.”

Mr. Ang said TOPS was inspired by similar discount outlet shops abroad such as Marshalls, Ross and TJ Maxx but was reformatted for the local market and packaged into smaller and more convenient store locations.

Among the brands carried by TOPS are Levi’s, Puma, Express, LeeCooper, Barbie, G-Star, American Eagle, Aeropostale, Melissa, Billabong, Jack &

Mr. Kerem Serbetci cuts the ceremonial ribbon during the grand opening of TOPS Cagayan de Oro last Jan. 14, 2012. Also in photo are ( left to right) Mr. Darby, Mr. Jonas Ang, Ms.Aysel, Mr.Mahmut Dalkilic,Mr. Rizal Dalkilic and Ms. Fatima Dalkilic PHOTO BY MIKE BAÑOS , NPN

Mr. Jonas Ang, Pres & CEO of The Off-Price Store Corp. poses for posterity with the principals of TOPS Cagayan de Oro during the grand launch last Saturday, Jan. 14, 2012. Also in photo (L-R) are Mr. Darby, Ms. Banu Dalkilic, Ms.,Aysel, Mr. Mahmut Dalkilic, Ms. Fatima Dalkilic and Mr. Rizal Dalkilic.

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Jones, H&M, New York Company, Elle, Armani Exchange (EX), Replay, Crocs, Tommy Hilfiger, Ann Taylor, Junk Food, and Seven7 which can be had for as little as P400-1,000.

According to its company website, TOPS began as a fresh concept right after Star Trends sold “Urban Outlet”. The stores were situated not in malls, but in areas not usually identified

PROPERTIES

SMDC brings modern living to the next level in QC CONVENIENT, progressive, energetic are some ways to describe Quezon City. Many Filipinos have decided to plant roots in this bustling metropolis as everything they need, and more, can be found here.

Quezon City is home to some of the country’s most prestigious schools and universities such as the University of the Philippines and Ateneo de Manila University. Prominent private and public hospitals in the region, which offer highquality healthcare services, are also located here.

The city also boasts of lively commercial and recreational centers, entertainment and nightlife hubs, and a smorgasbord of dining options.

Harnessing these perks, SM Development Corporation (SMDC) handpicked Quezon City to be the location of many of its premier condominium offerings. These condo projects boast of fivestar amenities that customers can have at affordable prices and easy-financing schemes.

Home options Blue Residences and Berke-

Mezza II rises at the corner of Aurora Boulevard and Araneta Avenue in the heart of Sta. Mesa.

Top students find top-notch homes in Blue Residences.

Nestled on the corner of Katipunan Avenue and Aurora Boulevard, the condominium project is conveniently located near Ateneo De Manila University, University of the Philippines and Miriam College.

ley Residences are ideal for students completing their degrees at Ateneo de Manila and Miriam College. Located along Katipunan Avenue, it is near the two schools. The properties have a Student Lounge with Internet access, perfect for intense study sessions or a bit of rest and relaxation. At the Recreation Room, residents can let their hair down and engage in chess, billiards, or

table tennis matches with their friends.

For University Belt students, Sun Residences is their best bet. Sitting on the Quezon City-Manila border, it allows residents convenient access to schools in the area, as well as to medical institutions and commercial establishments. It is easily accessible via private and public transportation, and is only a few minutes away from

as retail store spaces. This break in monotony and the professional manner in which merchandising and marketing were handled led to the steady rise of the first store.

By the fourth store, the company decided to go solo and brake away from Star Trends, formally incorporating The Off-Price Stores Corp. in August of 2007. In 2009

The Off-Price Store created the acronym TOPS and redesigned the logo to jibe with the mercurial world of retail.

“The best Brand names and quality you recognize, a dressing room all to yourself, someone to help if you need it, a place where you can spend less without getting less, that’s why TOPS was created,” Mr. Ang said.

the MRT and LRT stations. It also boasts of hotel-like amenities and Wi-Fi-enabled common areas where students can catch up with their schoolwork or lounge with their friends.

Cozy homes Perfect for young professionals and start-up families, Princeton Residences in New Manila is conveniently located near Gilmore’s cyber hub and retail havens Greenhills and Araneta Shopping Center.

Princeton Residences sits right beside the LRT 2 Gilmore Station which makes easy access to top educational institutions along Katipunan and University Belt with just a train ride away.

Individuals exhausted from a day at school or work can find respite at Grass Residences, located beside SM City North EDSA. Homeowners can revitalize with the variety of country club facilities such as elegant cabanas, clubhouse, swimming pools, badminton courts, jogging paths and landscaped gardens.

Designed with the modern family in mind, Mezza Residences and Mezza II Residences boast of spacious living areas, high ceilings, and picture windows. Other amenities include outdoor function decks with private function rooms, adult and kiddie pools, playground area, garden with gazebos, and lawn and barbecue area.

Both are also conveniently located near SM City Sta. Mesa, providing homeowners with everything they need—from supermarkets and banks, to restaurants and shops—within arm’s reach.

With a variety of condo projects to offer, SMDC surely has the perfect match to any hopeful Quezon City homeowner’s need and lifestyle.

REAL PROPERTIES

Realty app unveiled

AYALA LAND Premier has introduced its first application for smartphones which reportedly allows potential buyers to check out the features of their Park Terraces condominium complex in Makati City. The app will serves as an “innovative brochure” for the three-tower residential enclave. “Part of the [app] features a sneak preview of Ayala Land, Inc.’s major redevelopment for Ayala Center,” the developer added in a statement.

Resort units completed

UPSCALE LEISURE developer Landco Pacific Corp. has recently turned over the third building of its resort-themed condominium complex in Sucat, Muntinlupa City to buyers. Sales of units at the so-called Chelsea Tower 3 were said to be fueled by the completion of the South Luzon Expressway Skyway, a press statement showed recently. TRIbeca Private Residences, which was built on a 9.7-hectare lot in partnership with developer ATR Kim Eng Land, Inc.

Bayside condo launched

REAL ESTATE firm Moldex Realty, Inc. aims to redefine the Manila Bay landscape with its recently-launched Grand Riviera Suites condominium, which aims to benefit from its strategic location on Roxas Boulevard in the city of Manila.

The 55-storey condominium dubbed Grand Riviera Suites boasts of a six-level podium built above ground level, ensuring safety and security in case of flooding. Amenities include three pools, open lawns and gardens, gazebo, pool deck, recreation room, children’s playroom, function room, and gym.