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Growth forecast THE World Bank has upgraded its economic outlook for the Philippines this year to 5.3 percent, higher than its projection in September at 4.3 percent. The World Bank revised its growth upward after observing that the economy grew in the first three quarters of 2021 despite the reimposition of the most stringent community quarantine in late March and early August. “(M)obility restrictions are overtime having less impact on economic activities,” World Bank Country Director for Brunei, Malaysia, Philippines, and Thailand Ndiame Diop said in a virtual briefing Tuesday.

Meat import policy THE MEAT and hog industries can still influence the final form of a policy governing pork imports when the Department of Agriculture consults them on a proposal to expand the import quota, officials said. “We will go through the same process in considering the proposal of NEDA, as per Secretary William D. Dar,” Assistant Secretary Noel O. Reyes said in a text message. “That entails consultations with industry stakeholders.” The National Economic and Development Authority (NEDA) proposed to extend an expanded pork import quota — known as the Minimum Access Volume (MAV) — to next year, due to rising pork prices.

Power deal LISTED firm Aboitiz Power Corp. has engaged Japanese firm subsidiary JGC Philippines as its engineering, procurement and construction (EPC) contractor for its P4.5 billion 94-megawatt peak (MWp) solar farm installation in Pangasinan. The notice-to-award for the EPC deal was served by Aboitiz Renewables Inc. (ARI) on Dec. 15 to JGC Philippines which is a wholly owned subsidiary of Yokohamaheadquartered JGC Holdings Corp. The Pangasinan solar facility, to be sited in the 196-hectare Cayanga property in the town of Bugallon, will be the Aboitiz group’s second utility-scale development on this technology sphere, after its 59MW project in San Carlos City, Negros Occidental.

'ODETTE'S RAMPAGE. A family negotiating a waist-deep water street in Cagayan de Oro City early afternoon yesterday. While rescue teams from the Phil. Coast Guard and CDRRMO fetch and retrieve standed residents living along the Bitan-ag Creek as Typhoon Odette pummeled the city. photos by gerry lee gorit

'Odette' pummels Normin 10 yrs after Sendong, many survivors back to shelters

By FROILAN GALLARDO, MindaNews

OM E 2 , 0 0 0 r i ver si d e residents sought shelter in e vacuation centers early morning of Thursday, December 16, hours before typhoon “Odette” made landfall over Siargao Island in Surigao del Norte.

“Odette’s” landfall on December 16, 2021 comes exactly 10 years to the day Typhoon “Sendong” (Washi) struck, leaving 1,268 dead in Mindanao and the Visayas. Of this number, 1,227 were from Mindanao, 734 of them residents of Cagayan de Oro, according to the National Disaster Risk Reduction Coordinating Council. Mike Fabello of the Cagayan de Oro City Social Welfare and Development Office said 152 families or some 2,000 persons sought shelter in elementary school soon after PAGASA raised the orange alert level here Thursday. In one evacuation center in West City Central School in Barangay Carmen, some ODETTE/PAGE 11

TRAPPING CRABS. Boys set up a trap for land crabs locally known as “kayabang” just outside the latter’s burrow in Catangnan, General Luna, Siargao Island. The boys said their catch will be part of the food the family is stocking up in preparation for Typhoon “Odette.”. mindanews photo by roel n. catoto

Klarex sues Ocon for cyberlibel Unvaxxed Agusan Sur gov’t By MARK FRANCISCO, Staff Writer

CAGAYAN de Oro City first district Rep. Rolando Uy filed Tuesday 22 counts of cyberlibel against Councilor Zaldy Ocon. The complaints stemmed from 22 episodes of Ocon’s radio program that were streamed live on Facebook. During his show, Ocon had been claiming that he possesses a copy of a list purportedly forwarded to President Duterte identifying Uy as a “drug lord” or someone who is engaged in the illegal drugs trade in the country. Ocon kept on insisting on the existence of the list

despite the appearance of Philippine Drug Enforcement Agency (PDEA) officials at the City Council testifying that no such list exists. When pressure mounted on Ocon by the public to physically produce the list, the councilor immediately cited journalistic confidentiality and said that only a court order can force him to release the list. Ocon had also been insisting that the quarry vicinity where Uy’s son Roland Sherwin was killed last month in barangay Pagatpat is owned by the congressman. Under law,

government officials are not supposed to own businesses that involve public interest. O con had a ls o kept pressuring Uy to divulge the sources of his wealth in light of his salary as congressman. In a separate radio program, Uy had admitted that he owns a gasoline station and 100 trucks that he uses for logistics deliveries. Uy himself went to the city prosecutor’s office on Tuesday to personally submit the complaints. Earlier, Uy had never commented against Ocon’s tirades and left the matter for his spokespersons to respond in their respective SUES/PAGE 11

workers required to submit negative RT-PCR results By CHRIS V. PANGANIBAN, Contributing Editor

PROSPERIDAD, Agusan del Sur – Starting Monday, Dec. 13, unvaccinated workers at the provincial capitol here are required to submit a negative result of reverse transcription- polymerase chain reaction (RT-PCR) test every two weeks at their own expense or they will not be allowed to report to work. Gov. Santiago Cane Jr.’s order was contained in a memorandum dated Dec. 12 after he realized that there are still 66 workers at the capitol who are not yet vaccinated

against COVID-19. Most of the unvaccinated, he said, are from the General Services Office (38) and the Governor’s Office (12). The provincial government employs about 2,667 workers, including regulars, casuals, contract of services, and job orders. In his memorandum, Cane emphasized that government workers who are eligible for vaccination but remain unvaccinated, along with those partially vaccinated, are WORKERS/PAGE 10

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DOLE-10 plants over 88 trees during 88th founding anniv CAGAYAN DE ORO CITY--Department of Labor and Employment (DOLE)-10 Regional Director Albert E. Gutib spearheaded the planting and growing of more than 88 trees in the entire northern Mindanao region in celebration of the department's 88th Founding Anniversary, December 8. The tree plantingtree growing activity is in collaboration with the Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR). Gutib said 88 DOLE-10 regional office employees planted 88 Narra tree seedlings, December 8 at Malasag Reforestation Project in Cagayan de Oro City. The tree-

growing initiative aims to preserve the 828 hectare proclaimed watershed area for ecological conservation and DOLE-10's environmental core social governance in connection with 'Green our DOLE Program.' DENR Forester II Buen Labininay and Nursery Assistant Alaw Jemenia collaborated in the said activity. The regional office activity is also in partnership with the DOLE-10 Employees Association for Reform, Efficiency, Services, and Teamwork (DEAREST). Likewise, Gutib with his senior staff and DOLE-10 Camiguin Provincial Field Office (PFO) team headed by

OIC-Chief Arlyn Z. Bael as the host, planted 88 indigenous seedlings of Bagongnangka, Tuway, Kalingag and Maksa, December 1 at the twohectare DENR-Camiguin Reforestation Project under the National Greening Program at Mt. Itum, Barangaya Baylao, Mambajao, Camiguin. “My gratitude to DENR-Camiguin partner Ms. Merlyn Dumalahay for the continued support of the tree growing activity of DOLE-10 to highlight the 88th founding anniversary of the department wherein trees symbolize and save lives.” On December 8, Bael said her team attended a sponsored early morning TREES/PAGE 11

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Department of Labor and Employment (DOLE)-10 holds the planting and growing of more than 88 trees in the entire northern Mindanao region in celebration of the department's 88th Founding Anniversary, December 8. (DOLE-10)

BOC-Zamboanga destroys P300-M smuggled cigars ZAMBOANGA City – The Bureau of Customs (BOC) here, together with partner agencies, on Wednesday destroyed more than 8,000 master cases of smuggled cigarettes worth P300 million. The cigarettes were stacked, drenched by firetrucks, and crushed with the use of heavy equipment in front of the BOC-rented warehouse in Barangay Baliwasan.

After crushing, the cigarettes were disposed at the sanitary landfill. “These cigarettes were seized in separate antismuggling operations in Zamboanga Peninsula and BaSulTa (Basilan, Sulu and Tawi-Tawi) from May to November this year,” BOC-Zamboanga District Collector Segundo Sigmundfreud Barte Jr. said in an interview. Barte said the

destruction of the contraband serves as a warning that they are serious in the campaign against smuggling. “The smugglers often declare their cargoes during anti-smuggling operations or Customs checkpoint as sacks of dried fish or fishes with other prime commodities or junk foods inside iceboxes,” he added. CIGARS/PAGE 11

1M Caraganons now registered in Step 2 of PhilSys BUTUAN City – A total of 1,033,656 residents in Caraga have successfully registered for the second step of the Philippine Identification System (PhilSys) as of November 30, the regional office of the Philippine Statistics Authority (PSA) said Tuesday. In a statement, the PSA 13 (Caraga) said the number is 36.85 percent of the total population in the region. “The total number of

registrants was attained five months after the launching of the Philippine Identification System Step 2 in Caraga Region,” it said. Caraga has a population of 2,804,788. It covers the cities of Butuan, Cabadbaran, Surigao, Tandag, Bislig and Bayugan; and the provinces of Agusan del Norte, Agusan del Sur, Surigao del Norte, Surigao del Sur, and Dinagat Islands. The agency said three modes of registrations

were implemented in the region – the assisted Step 1 registration or the houseto-house registration, the online registration, and the institutional registration. The PSA-13 also released on Tuesday the total number of PhilSys 2 registrations per province. Agusan del Sur got the highest number of registrations with 324,340, followed by Agusan del Norte that includes Butuan City (316,700); Surigao del Norte (177,453); Surigao del Sur (150,367), and the province of Dinagat Islands (64,796). “Among the municipalities and cities of the region with assigned registration kits, Butuan City tallied the highest number of registered individuals with 168,411 registrants,” the PSA-13 said. The agency again called on residents in Caraga to register and secure their Philippine identification (ID) cards. Signed into law by President Rodrigo R. Duterte in August 2018, Republic Act 11055, or the Philippine Identification System Act, aims to establish a single national ID for all Filipinos and resident aliens. The national ID shall be a valid proof of identity that shall be a means of simplifying public and private transactions, enrollment in schools, and the opening of bank accounts. It will also boost efficiency, especially in dealing with government services where people will only need to present one ID during transactions. (PNA)

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EY stakeholders will focus on high-value products and services in crafting the new Philippine Export Development Plan (PEDP) for 2022-2027 while the country works to tap into its unrealized export potential. Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) Secretary Ramon Lopez said the agency is spearheading the drafting of the new PEDP “with an overarching goal of transforming the Philippines from an exporter of commodities and intermediate goods to an exporter of highvalue products and services.” “The new PEDP will also lay out aggressive and disruptive strategic directions with targeted and focused priority products and services for promotion that will accelerate the integration and expansion

of Philippine exporters in the global marketplace, both physical and digital,” he said during the recent virtual 2021 National Export Congress. The plan will be anchored on more comprehensive data analysis to ensure that policy and strategic directions are evidence-based and takes into account the impact of the coronavirus disease 2019 (Covid-19) pandemic and the emerging trends as a result of the reconfiguration of global value chains. “Demonstrating the strong determination to recover from the impact of Covid-19, more than 3,700 Philippine exporters have access (to) new markets in 2021 taking into consideration the global developments and the need to accelerate recovery,” Lopez said.

Lopez said the future of Philippine exports holds a “lot of potential” but challenges remain. Citing the export potential assessment of the International Trade Centre (ITC), he said the Philippines has an unrealized export potential of USD49 billion, with USD20 billion caused by product markets specific frictions which can be unlocked and realized through instituting reforms in the area of trade facilitation, among others. Lopez said the DTI and the Export Development Council, in coordination with various government agencies, have been working on a joint memorandum circular that aims to accelerate the recovery of the export sector. “(This is) by addressing some of the key binding

constraints to export growth and competitiveness in the area of trade facilitation and by strengthening our partnerships with private sector partners,” he said. As part of its continuous efforts to improve the delivery of services to exporters and in line with a “more ambitious and bolder” PEDP, Lopez said DTI will undertake strategic shifts in export development and promotion, including redefining the measures of exports success from just looking at aggregate values and growth figures to targeted metrics. “Reframing mindsets from export promotion to export development with inclusive innovation industrial strategy at its core and stratifying interventions and leveraging partnerships, identifying the

right interventions for each export sub-sector depending on their readiness, and their constraints to growth,” he added. Sylvie Bétemps Cochin, senior trade promotion officer and project manager at ITC, said more innovative firms were less affected by Covid-19 and are more resilient, based on the ITC SME (small and mediumsized enterprises) competitive survey conducted in 2020. “The access to information and market intelligence has also shown to be a key element of competitiveness in the current context and the support of business organizations has also been key,” she said during the same event, adding these enable exporters to identify markets or maintain their market share during the pandemic. (PR)

Coco oil records biggest DTI financing arm expands jump in PH export value loan program for MSMEs GROWTH in the coconut industry is apparent after data released by the Philippine Statistics Authority (PSA) on Friday showed that of the 10 major commodity groups in terms of the value of exports, coconut oil recorded the highest annual increase of 76.9

percent. Cathodes and sections of cathodes and refined copper (56 percent), and chemicals (53.7 percent) were the next top performers. The country’s total external trade likewise increased. “For October 2021,

the total external trade amounted to USD16.84 billion. It grew at an annual rate of 15.2 percent. In the previous month, the annual increase was recorded at 17.1 percent, while a decline of minus 10 percent was recorded in October 2020,” the PSA EXPORT/PAGE 11

SMALL Business Corporation (SBCorp), the financing arm of the Department of Trade and Industy (DTI), has expanded its Sustaining Trade and Access to Primary Food and Link to Enterprises (STAPLES) program. Under STAPLES, micro, small and medium enterprises (MSMEs) of fast moving consumer goods (FMCG) companies can have access to collateral

and interest-free loans from SBCorp for their working capital requirements. SBCorp, led by executive vice president and chief operating officer, Santiago Lim, recently signed a memorandum of agreement with officials of partner firm Alaska Milk Corp. “This partnership with SBCorp could not have come at a better time LOAN/PAGE 11

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Better with age Think a minute . . . Recently a 102-year-old woman was playing a game of golf. On a 100-yard long hole she thought she had lost her ball, only to discover she had hit it straight into the cup. A record hole-in-one by a 102-year-old woman! Who says we don’t get better with age! For many years Othmar Ammann was an engineer for the Port of New York City. But he knew he still had plenty of good years and plans ahead of him. He decided to leave his secure government job to try to fulfill his dreams as a designer and started his own engineering company. It is because Othmar Ammann was not afraid to step out of his comfort zone, our world is full of many magnificent monuments which he masterfully designed and built: the airport at Addis Ababa in Ethiopia, Dulles Airport in Washington, D.C., The Iranian highway system, the New Jersey and Connecticut turnpikes, the U.S. Navy’s 600-foot radio telescope, and what was at one time the

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JHAN TIAFAU HURST world’s longest suspension bridge in New York City. To this day, designers and engineers still talk about Othmar Ammann’s many masterpieces. Actually, two of his greatest accomplishments we did not mention were New York City’s George Washington Bridge and San Francisco’s Golden Gate Bridge—since he did those before his so-called “retirement.” Amazingly, the majority of Othmar Amman’s engineering masterworks were built after he “retired” at the age of 60—until he finished his last one, which at that time was the longest bridge in the world, when Othmar was 86-years-old! BETTER/PAGE 11

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ORLAN R. RAVANERA The doomsday clock has already been set at “one minute before midnight” by thousands of concerned scientists manifesting the truism that we are now in the state of planetary emergency as “climate change indicators are escalating so quickly that an emergency response is imperative if civilization is to avoid breakdown and eventual collapse.” There is no doubt that images of what climate change looks like no longer belong to the future but are happening now. Just recently, strong tornadoes hit six estates in the US that dilapidated thousands of houses and structures, causing the deaths of about ninety Americans with over a hundred unaccounted for. In our country, we are now alarmed as typhoon “Odette” is now in the country’s area of responsibility that is expected to cause so much havoc that the government has drumbeat the imperative need to take pre-emptive measures. As reported by the Weather Bureau, two more strong typhoons will hit our country before the year ends. Let us pause for a while and feel the pains of GAIA (Mother Earth). We Filipinos are very much aware that we have already lost our ecological

integrity being the 4th hardest hit country in the world on climate change, based on the UN-Disaster Risk Index. If you may recall, after the Ormoc Tragedy in 1991 where some 8,000 people died, many more devastating storms hit our country, i.e., Pablo, Sendong, Yolanda, etc. with tens of thousands of fatalities in just one night of flooding. Indeed, if GAIA is a person, she has no more lungs (forest) as we have already lost the 17 million hectares of dipterocarp forest in just a century and all the mega-diversity (flora and fauna) that were living in our ecosystems for billions of years; her veins (rivers) are already dead as 15 of the 25 major rivers in the country have already dried-up or polluted; her stomach (the bays) is acidic or cancerous (of the 13 major bays, 10 are already biologically dead (silted, acidic and treated as garbage-pits of toxic chemicals from industrial pollution; her head is already bald as the ozone layer is now depleted because of non-stop carbon emissions. That’s how sick GAIA is. Of course, the world itself won’t end as GAIA wont die; only ours will – our livelihood, our homes, our cultures. And we are squarely at the tipping point. GAIA’s global scenario is even worse: To quote Jeff Nesbit in his book, This is the Way the World Ends: “Larger droughts in the Middle East are causing extreme water shortages; growing desertification in China and Africa is creating a severe food security challenge; the monsoon season is shrinking in India, perhaps upending a century-old water cycle;

amped-up heat waves in Australia are making part of the continent unlivable; more intense hurricanes could devastate entire cities in America; water wars in the Horn of Africa are now the root of armed conflict; rebellions, refugees, and starving children across the globe are becoming common-place. These are becoming common place. These are the pieces of larger puzzle that environmental expert Jeff Nesbit put together. Jeff Nesbit has put in clear categorical term that unless we start addressing the causes of climate change and stop simply navigating its effects, we will be facing unstoppable catastrophes. Despite this truism on climate change that has put the world in planetary emergency, evident is the continuing denial of climate change science by corporations, and by the institutions that govern and inform society. Such denial has been described as the worst ever crime against humanity. Indeed, there are people out there who not only question the widely accepted scientific view that current climate change is mostly caused by human activities. To quote Noam Chomsky who had been described by New York Times as “the most important intellectual alive” : “It is astonishing fact about the current era that in the most powerful country (USA) in the world history, with a high level of education and privilege, one of the two political parties virtually denied the well-established facts- the Republican Party headed by then US President Donald Trump. Every Republican is a climate change denier and

Power grab THE unethical takeover of commercially viable franchise areas of Northern Davao Electric Cooperative (NORDECO) by the Davao Light and Power Company via an equally immoral legislative route is despicable, to say the least. DLPC, an Aboitiz Power firm, wormed its way via the congressional route to cede progressive towns and cities where NORDECO derives substantial revenues to sustain operations in unprofitable areas in Davao del Norte and Davao de Oro. The Congressional Legislative Franchise Committee approved in bionic speed the amendment of the franchise of DLPC practically handing over in a silver platter the cities of Tagum and the Island Garden City of Samal, Kapalong, New Corella, Asuncion, Tala-ingod and San Isidro in Davao del Norte and Maco in Davao de Oro. The contemptible move would practically deprive NORDECO of 75 megawatts of billable consumers. It’s not only a sure way of killing the electric cooperative it will also result in the increase of generation charge in the remaining franchise areas of

NORDECO. The furtive attempt of DLPC to take over the profitable areas of operations of NORDECO became an object of vehement protest by the electric coop following the campaign of Davao del Norte Gov. Edwin Jubahib and Congressman Bebot Alvarez to cede the aforesaid towns and cities to DLPC. Jubahib was even too careless to say that talks are ongoing with the power firm on the possible takeover. This prompted DLPC to come out with denial and thereafter resulting in the ebbing of controversy but saying that they are “listening”. Listening DLPC did, but only to politicians finding f au l t s i n N O R D E C O’s operations to gain votes. The power company also talks to politicians but not to the cooperative and plotted their moves when everybody was in election mode. What a brazen and insidious scheme indeed. NORDECO was obviously caught flat-footed. The passage of the amendment was being hatched while everybody was busy with pre-election activities. So swiftly did the Legislative

Franchise Committee approve the amendment of DLPC it did not give NORDECO the opportunity to defend itself from the allegations hurled against it by the sponsors of the bill. It did not even bother to ask the Department of Energy, the National Electrification Commission, and the Energy Regulatory Commission their respective positions on such a vital concern. What a shameless act of railroading a vital issue. The sponsors of the bill and DLPC themselves stonewalled the fact that there is nothing in terms of additional power generation that would assure adequate supply in the additional expansion areas it will take over from NORDECO. As I write this piece DLPC is having what seems like a 3-hour brownout in Davao City. Removing 73 megawatts from its primary franchise area will translate to frequent power interruptions that will also impact the distribution of water supply in Davao City. The Davao City Water District had been experiencing low water pressure as a result of brownouts taking place in its sumps.

a considerable part of the population either joins the deniers or regards the problem as not very important.” Such surprising denial on climate change, as explained by Noam Chomsky, is due to religious fundamentalism as half those surveyed in USA believed that “God’s still up there and there’s a reason for this to happen and therefore, it is sacrilegious for humans to interfere.” In short, it the belief of religious fundamentalists that “climate change is God’s will. Well, am not surprise why that kind of alibi! Don’t you know that the 19 fossil companies are earning 17 trillion dollars annually through the usage of coal and fossil fuel or about 10 million dollars every minute. No way will they reduce their greed as they sacrifice GAIA to the altar of greed and power! Even using religions to continue their money raking in a world where all governments, institutions, universities and even religious groups are giving high veneration to the profit-motive. Amidst the morale collapse and religious apathy, let us remember that sometime in 2015, Pope Francis in his Encyclical Letter which was backed by all the major world faiths – referred to climate change as “a sin against God.” Inspired by that, let us now declare and serve notice to one and all that climate change denial is a crime against humanity and all of life! We must strongly advocate for the phase-out of usage of coal (especially here in Mindanao where some six coal-fired power plants are operating without let-up) and to shift to renewable energies – hydro, solar and wind.

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JUN LEDESMA As far as I know, neither the government nor DLPC has any plan to put up an additional power generation pl ant. Whi le Ab oit iz InfraCapital affiliate, Apo Agua Infrastructura, Inc. is currently constructing a mini-hydropower plant for its bulk water project in Davao City, it cannot however increase its generation to add power for DLPC commercial distribution. To mitigate the possible shortage of power in Davao City which is experiencing rapid growth of commerce and industries DLPC must put up additional generating plants that would add power to the grid, otherwise, it should moderate its corporate greed and leave NORDECO alone.

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residential candidate, Senator Panfilo “Ping” Lacson ovetakes Vice President Leni Robredo in the latest “Pulso ng Pilipino” survey. In a survey conducted between December 6 to 12, Lacson placed third among the preferred presidential candidates, improving to a 13-percent rating from the

previous polls in November. With their message of “aayusin ang gobyerno para maayos ang buhay ng mga Pilipino” (fix the government to improve the lives of Filipinos) now gaining adherents among the thinking electorate, the partnership of Partido Reporma chairman and standard-bearer Lacson and running mate Senate President Vicente “Tito” Sotto

III has just gotten stronger. Independent polling firm Issues and Advocacy Center (The CENTER) made this assessment in its latest “Pulso ng Pilipino” pre-election survey, as both aspirants kept their momentum to inch closer against their toughest political rivals. The long-time public servants have solidified their place as a trusted duo in the nationwide opinion poll, showing that the Lacson-Sotto reform agenda has left a mark among Filipinos who want to see genuine change in their government over the next six years. The non-commissioned survey, which asked 1,200 respondents who are all registered voters, revealed that the Lacson-Sotto tandem gained four percentage points to 25 percent from the previous poll conducted last month. The CENTER attributed this uptick in their numbers to the “probity and propriety” of the Lacson-Sotto campaign as more and more Filipinos are now leaning towards candidates who only stick to the issues and

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frown upon dirty politics. “As it is, on ly t hre e candidates have come up with clear programs, among them is Sen. Panfilo ‘Ping’ Lacson who has come forward with a message telling the people ‘Ayusin Natin ang Gobyerno, Aayusin Natin Ang Buhay Ninyo’ and this seemed to be gaining adherents among the citizenry looking for some sense in the present situation the country is in right now,” said Ed M. Malay, director of the CENTER. With five months to go before Election Day, Malay said this could only mean “that the electorate today has a clear distaste for such dirty politics as what we have so far seen since the campaign season began,” the reason why the ratings of the veteran senators are steadily rising. The survey firm also noted that Lacson has done what politicians running for national office such as the presidency should do: “be armed with a message even before they step into the arena of public

opinion for the simple reason that the message defines what the candidate stands for.” “Regardless of whether the electoral process can be manipulated or not, candidates must let the voters into their mind tunnels, so the voters can see what they represent,” Malay added. Meanwhile, Sotto, the president of the Nationalist People’s Coalition who is seeking the vice presidency in tandem with Lacson, is firmly in front of the VP race with a higher rating at 44 percent this month. This is one percent higher than his “Pulso ng Pilipino” survey score in November, and eight percent clear of the candidate in second place. The Lacson-Sotto tandem has used Partido Reporma’s “Online Kumustahan” platform to go around the country and dialogue with residents, leaders and organizations of various cities, presenting their reform agenda in full while listening to the problems and needs of Filipinos from all walks of life.

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METRO ILIGAN TRANSPORT COOPERATIVE (MITSCO) Rep. by: MATRONILLO ABIOL Applicant/Petitioner. CASE NO. R10-EV-CC-PUJ 2021-01-0086

METRO ILIGAN TRANSPORT COOPERATIVE (MITSCO) Rep. by: MATRONILLO ABIOL Applicant/Petitioner. CASE NO. R10-EV-CC-PUJ 2021-12-3791

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APPLICANT/ PETITIONER requests the authority to amend his/her/its application/petition and to add One (01) unit/s in their previous Petition for Consolidation of Cases to operate PUJ SERVICE on the route: ILIGAN CITY PROPER- GREEN HEIGHTS via ANDRADA AND VICE VERSA. This amended application/petition shall be considered by this Board on December 23, 2021 at 10:00 A.M. at this Board on which date Applicant/Petitioner shall formally submit his/ her/its evidence. The Applicant(s)/Petitioner(s) shall publish said notice at least Five (05) DAYS prior to the date of hearing once in a newspaper of local circulation. Party(s) opposed to the approval/granting of the application/petition must file his/her/its written opposition with supporting documents, unless this Board deems it necessary to require additional documentary evidence and/or his/her/ its oral testimony(s). WITNESS, AMINODEN D. GURO, Regional Director, LTFRB-Region X, this 15th day of December 2021 at Cagayan de Oro City, Philippines.

APPLICANT/ PETITIONER requests the authority to amend his/her/its application/ petition and to add Three (03) unit/s in their previous Petition for Consolidation of Cases to operate PUJ SERVICE on the route: ILIGAN CITY PROPER- TUBOD- ROSARIO HEIGHTS AND VICE VERSA. This amended application/petition shall be considered by this Board on December 23, 2021 at 10:00 A.M. at this Board on which date Applicant/Petitioner shall formally submit his/ her/its evidence. The Applicant(s)/Petitioner(s) shall publish said notice at least Five (05) DAYS prior to the date of hearing once in a newspaper of local circulation. Party(s) opposed to the approval/granting of the application/petition must file his/her/its written opposition with supporting documents, unless this Board deems it necessary to require additional documentary evidence and/or his/her/ its oral testimony(s). WITNESS, AMINODEN D. GURO, Regional Director, LTFRB-Region X, this 15th day of December 2021 at Cagayan de Oro City, Philippines.

(Sgd.) ATTY. MOHAMAD FAHDEL S. PIMPING HEARING OFFICER

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APPLICANT/ PETITIONER requests the authority to amend his/her/its application/petition and to add One (01) unit/s in their previous Petition for Consolidation of Cases to operate PUJ SERVICE on the route: ILIGAN CITY PROPER- TAMBO BAYUG AND VICE VERSA. This amended application/petition shall be considered by this Board on December 23, 2021 at 10:00 A.M. at this Board on which date Applicant/Petitioner shall formally submit his/ her/its evidence. The Applicant(s)/Petitioner(s) shall publish said notice at least Five (05) DAYS prior to the date of hearing once in a newspaper of local circulation. Party(s) opposed to the approval/granting of the application/petition must file his/her/its written opposition with supporting documents, unless this Board deems it necessary to require additional documentary evidence and/or his/her/ its oral testimony(s). WITNESS, AMINODEN D. GURO, Regional Director, LTFRB-Region X, this 15th day of December 2021 at Cagayan de Oro City, Philippines.

APPLICANT/ PETITIONER requests the authority to amend his/her/its application/ petition and to add Four (04) unit/s in their previous Petition for Consolidation of Cases to operate PUJ SERVICE on the route: ILIGAN CITY PROPER- BARANGAY SAN MIGUEL- ST. MARY AND VICE VERSA. This amended application/petition shall be considered by this Board on December 23, 2021 at 10:00 A.M. at this Board on which date Applicant/Petitioner shall formally submit his/ her/its evidence. The Applicant(s)/Petitioner(s) shall publish said notice at least Five (05) DAYS prior to the date of hearing once in a newspaper of local circulation. Party(s) opposed to the approval/granting of the application/petition must file his/her/its written opposition with supporting documents, unless this Board deems it necessary to require additional documentary evidence and/or his/her/ its oral testimony(s). WITNESS, AMINODEN D. GURO, Regional Director, LTFRB-Region X, this 15th day of December 2021 at Cagayan de Oro City, Philippines.

APPLICANT/ PETITIONER requests the authority to amend his/her/its application/petition and to add Three (05) unit/s in their previous Petition for Consolidation of Cases to operate PUJ SERVICE on the route: ILIGAN CITY PROPER- BARAAS NFA VIA LAVILLE AND VICE VERSA. This amended application/petition shall be considered by this Board on December 23, 2021 at 10:00 A.M. at this Board on which date Applicant/Petitioner shall formally submit his/ her/its evidence. The Applicant(s)/Petitioner(s) shall publish said notice at least Five (05) DAYS prior to the date of hearing once in a newspaper of local circulation. Party(s) opposed to the approval/granting of the application/petition must file his/her/its written opposition with supporting documents, unless this Board deems it necessary to require additional documentary evidence and/or his/her/ its oral testimony(s). WITNESS, AMINODEN D. GURO, Regional Director, LTFRB-Region X, this 15th day of December 2021 at Cagayan de Oro City, Philippines.

APPLICANT/ PETITIONER requests the authority to amend his/her/its application/ petition and to add One (01) unit/s in their previous Petition for Consolidation of Cases to operate PUJ SERVICE on the route: ILIGAN CITY PROPER- DEL CARMEN- IBJT AND VICE VERSA, with the total use of Sixteen (16) unit/s. This amended application/petition shall be considered by this Board on December 23, 2021, 2021 at 10:00 A.M. at this Board on which date Applicant/Petitioner shall formally submit his/her/its evidence. The Applicant(s)/Petitioner(s) shall publish said notice at least Five (05) DAYS prior to the date of hearing once in a newspaper of local circulation. Party(s) opposed to the approval/granting of the application/petition must file his/her/its written opposition with supporting documents, unless this Board deems it necessary to require additional documentary evidence and/or his/her/ its oral testimony(s). WITNESS, AMINODEN D. GURO, Regional Director, LTFRB-Region X, this 15th day of December 2021 at Cagayan de Oro City, Philippines.

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The duo, who have a combined 83 years in public service and 42 years of legislative experience in the Senate, will hit the road again this weekend as they visit La Trinidad, Benguet and Lingayen, Pangasinan. DEED OF EXTRAJUDICIAL SETTLEMENT OF THE INTESTATE ESTATE OF MARIA JACQUELINE P. MORTEL KNOW ALL MEN BY THESE PRESENTS: That the late MARIA JACQUELINE P. MORTEL who died intestate on September 30, 2020; that the deceased at the time of his death left the following parcels of land with 1. Centrio Tower, Unit 1022, Brgy.24, Corrales Avenue- which shall be adjudicate in favor of JALILAH A. CORNEPILLO; condominium Certificate of Title No. 137-2013000245 containing an area of (29.23) sq.m 2. Avida Towers Prime Taft, Unit 1102, 11th Floor, Tower 2- which shall be adjudicated in Favor of Mark Anthony P. Mortel, Condominium Certificate of Title No. 003-2016004718 containing an area of (23.58) sq.m 3. WestWood Village, Canitoan, Block 31, Lot 1 & 2- which shall be adjudicated in favor of ABDUL JALLIL M. AMPA; Transfer Certificate of Title No. 137-2016003372 situated at Canitoan, Cagayan de Oro City, containing an area of ONE HUNDRED SIXTY NINE (169) sq.m that the deceased also left the following bank savings account- which shall be adjudicated equally between JALILAH A. CORNEPILLO and ABDUL JALLIL M. AMPA, to wit: 1. BPI (CDO LAPASAN BRANCH) Account No. 2170007223 with remaining balance of Pesos: One Hundred Fifty Seven Thousand Seven Hundred Ninety Eight and 94/100 (Php157,798.94); 2. BPI (CDOLAPASAN BRANCH) Account No. 2016033757 with remaining balance of Pesos: Eight Thousand Four Hundred Ninety Four and 64/100 (Php8,494.64); 3. BPI (CDO LAPASAN BRANCH) Account No. 2049005361 with remaining balance of Pesos: One hundred Twenty Two Thousand Fifty Six and 62/100 (Php 122,056.62); 4. MetroBank (CDO-GAISANO) Account No. 7247724001412 with remaining balance of Pesos: Twenty Thousand Six Hundred Fifty One and 41/100 (Php20,651.41); 5. MetroBank (CDO-GAISANO) Account No. 7243733900297 with remaining balance of PESOS: Ninety Seven Thousand Two Hundred Two and 01/100 (Php 97,202.01); 6. Robinsons Bank (CDO BRANCH) Account No. 400130200000576 with remaining balance of PESOS: Forty Nine Thousand Eighty Four and 35/100 (Php49,084.35); 7. BDO (COGONBRANCH) Account No. 001910011272 with remaining balance of Pesos: Thirty Three Thousand Six Hundred Sixty Four and 90/100 (Php 33,664.90) that the heirs hereby waive all present and future rights and claims pertaining to the adjudication of the properties in favor of their co-heir, in the following manner: 1. ABDUL JALLIL M. AMPA and MARK ANTHONY P. MORTEL waive all their present and future rights and claims pertaining to the adjudication of CENTRIO TOWER, Unit 1022, Brgy. 24, Corrales Avenue in favor of JALILAH A. CORNEPILLO; 2. ABDUL JALLIL M. AMPA and JALILAH A. CORNEPILLO waive all their present and future rights and claims pertaining to the adjudication of AVIDA TOWERS PRIME TAFT, UNIT 1102, 11TH FLOOR, TOWER 2 in favor of MARK ANTHONY P. MORTEL; 3. JALILAH A. CORNEPILLO and MARK ANTHONY P. MORTEL waive all their present and future rights and claims pertaining to the adjudication of WESTWOOD VILLAGE, CANITOAN, BLOCK 31, LOT 1 & 2 in favor ABDUL JALLIL M. AMPA; 4. MARK ANTHONY P. MORTEL waive all his present and future rights and claims pertaining to the adjudication of the bank accounts in favor of ABDUL JALLIL M. AMPA and JALILAH A. CORNEPILLO, and has been the subject of an the subject of an DEED OF EXTRAJUDICIAL SETTLEMENT OF THE INTESTATE ESTATE OF MARIA JACQUELINE P. MORTEL, filed by the heirs of MARIA JACQUELINE P. MORTEL, per DOC #443; PAGE #89; BOOK #CXXVII; Series of 2021 under the Notarial Registry of ATTY. DALE BRYAN D. MORDENO. BWM: Dec. 10, 17 & 24, 2021

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ADB raises 2021, 2022 growth forecasts for PH

HE Philippine economy is forecast to remain on a steady growth path in 2021 and 2022, supported by an acceleration in the government’s coronavirus disease 2019 (Covid-19) vaccination program and a sharp drop in Covid-19 cases, according to a report released Tuesday by the Asian Development Bank (ADB). The supplement to the Asian Development Outlook (ADO) 2021 said the Philippine economy will grow 5.1 percent in 2021 and 6.0 percent in 2022, up from the bank’s September forecast of 4.5 percent in 2021 and 5.5 percent in 2022. “The Philippine economy has shown impressive resilience,” ADB Philippines Country Director Kelly Bird said. “Growth momentum has

clearly picked up on the back of the government’s vigorous drive to vaccinate Filipinos against the Covid-19 virus. Public spending on infrastructure and continued vaccination of the population will help the country further accelerate its recovery in 2022.” The inflation outlook for 2021 and 2022 is 4.4 percent and 3.7 percent, respectively, mainly due to rising fuel prices. These are up from ADB’s September forecast of 4.1 percent in 2021 and 3.5 percent for 2022. Vaccination has allowed the economy to slowly reopen, boosting consumer and business confidence. More than 57 million Filipinos, or nearly 65 percent of the target for vaccination, had received at least one Covid-19 vaccine dose as of 8 December

2021. In addition to the government’s purchases of Covid-19 vaccines, the World Health Organization-supported Covid-19 Vaccines Global Access (COVAX) facility also donated supplies for the country’s nationwide vaccination program. ADB has been assisting the government in procuring Covid-19 vaccines. It provided USD425

the capital Metro Manila. ADB’s current investments in the country’s flagship projects include the Malolos Clark Railway Project, EDSA Greenways Project, and the Angat Water Transmission Improvement Project. The bank is preparing a USD175-million loan to assist the government in building climate- and disaster-resilient bridges to improve road traffic flow in Metro Manila. (PR)

DOF chief optimistic 2021 GDP to hit revised target IMPROVEMENTS in the country’s healthcare system, among others, are expected to further

Exercise and Healthy Eating Are Vital for Your Physical and Mental Well-Being Stephen Conchie, Senior Vice President and Managing Director, Herbalife Nutrition Asia Pacific THERE is no doubt that the pandemic has caused Filipinos to be more aware of the state of their health. As revealed by the Herbalife Nutrition Asia Pacific Health Inertia Survey 2021, 35 percent of the respondents from the Philippines said that their physical health was better compared to 12 months ago. Among those who indicated that their physical health was better, 69 percent said that they consumed healthier meals and 58 percent engaged in more exercise. In the same survey, 39 percent said that their mental health was better, citing more personal time and space to take care of their mental health, better work-life balance, eating more nutritious food and exercising more as the main reasons. This tells us that physical activity and good nutrition may be the keys to enhancing their overall well-being. If you haven’t been exercising or eating nutritious meals on a regular basis, make it a point to start today. With a wide range of technology tools, virtual platforms, and health-focused communities available these days, the means to making exercise and a healthy diet part of your daily life are now more easily accessible than ever. Harness technology for health The proliferation of technology has empowered people with the digital tools they need to be active wherever they are. With health and fitness mobile apps, virtual fitness classes and videos as well as dedicated smart watches and smartphones that double up as fitness trackers, you can easily find a workout plan that fits your schedule. Nutrition apps are also a handy tool to keep track of your food choices as you go about your day, making it easier for you to assess your nutritional gaps and plan your meals ahead. Develop good nutrition habits Aside from engaging in exercise, it’s also important to practise good nutrition habits in your everyday life. Making the effort to consume balanced meals with a good mix of nutrients, vitamins, and minerals, and choosing nutrient-rich snacks rather than calorie-rich but otherwise empty

minors and booster shots for adults. Public spending on major infrastructure projects will support the country’s economic growth. ADB has been supporting the government’s “Build, Build, Build” infrastructure development program, which seeks to boost investments on roads, bridges, and railways to fuel faster growth, especially in areas outside

million in total financing through the Health System Enhancement to Address and Limit Covid-19 under the Asia Pacific Vaccine (HEAL) and HEAL2 programs. These loans helped fund nearly half of the country’s vaccine supply purchases for 2021. On Dec. 13, 2021, ADB approved USD250 million in additional financing under HEAL 2 to help the government procure more Covid-19 vaccines for

options, will help your body get the nutrients it needs. Hydration is also critical, as it enables your body to better absorb the nutrients that you consume. Set personal goals As we all know, starting an activity is the easy part, but making it a habit takes consistent effort and discipline. To keep yourself on track to meet your health and fitness goals, be sure to set personal targets that you must work hard at to achieve in the mid to long term. These can come in the form of completing a marathon, or taking part in a series of 21 km runs, one for each quarter of the year. While physical mass participation runs and sporting events may seem like a distant memory now, today we have virtual versions that you can take part in at your desired time and venue. Signing up for such activities in advance and setting goals that stretch your personal limits will motivate you to strive further and push harder in taking your fitness to the next level. Be part of a like-minded healthfocused community Human beings are social by nature. Having a like-minded, health-focused community around you can be the key factor that helps you keep up with your healthy active living habits. In fact, close to one in two (48%) respondents in our survey said that they experienced an improvement in physical health due to positive influences from their family and friends. With a supportive social network to provide the encouragement to keep you going, working towards your health goals can be a fun and enjoyable journey. Plus, there are lasting health benefits. As we continue to navigate the transitions in our daily routines, we never know what kinks and bumps may come our way next. By prioritising exercise and healthy eating as a means to foster better physical and mental health, and making use of available digital tools, platforms and communities to keep you on track, you will be setting yourself up to weather the challenges ahead with newfound health, strength and confidence.

solidify the domestic economy’s recovery and boost its capacity to hit the revised target of between 5 percent to 5.5 percent. In a virtual briefing on Wednesday, Department of Finance (DOF) Secretary Carlos Dominguez III said domestic output, which averaged at 4.9 percent in the first three quarters this year, “has exceeded our expectations in 2021.” “So there's a greater likelihood that our full year growth will hit the revised target of our GDP

(gross domestic product) growth ranging from 5 to 5.5 percent this year,” he said. During the same briefing, Finance Undersecretary Gil Beltran said growth in the third quarter of this year alone reached nearly 7 percent. Dominguez thus was hopeful about hitting the full-year target. “Backed by (a) stronger healthcare system and the massive rollout of the vaccination program, we will solidify our

recovery by reopening the economy,” he said. Dominguez said movement restrictions, at least in the national capital, are expected to ease to Alert Level 1 by January 2022. To avert long term productivity losses and restore more employment, he said the country will resume face-to-face schooling most likely in January 2022, increase public transport capacity for all types of transport TARGET/PAGE 10

Republic of the Philippines SUPREME COURT REGIONAL TRIAL COURT 10TH Judicial Region OFFICE OF THE CLERK OF COURT Cagayan de Oro City BPI SAVINGS BANK, INC. Mortgagee

EJF FILE No.: 2021-1022

-Versus- For: MARIA MONTESSORI CHILD EXTRA JUDICIAL DEVELOPMENT CENTER, INC., FORECLOSURE OF REAL BY LOWELL C. RAGAY AND SPS. LOWELL C. RAGAY ESTATE MORTGAGE AND LILIA B. RAGAY, UNDER ACT NO. 3135 Mortgagors. X--------------------------------------------/ SHERIFF’S NOTICE OF SALE Upon Extra-Judicial Petition for Sale under Act 3135 as amended, filed by BPI FAMILY SAVINGS BANK, INC.,Mortgagee, with principal office at BPI Bld., C.M. Recto Ave., Lapasan, Cagayan de Oro City, against MARIA MONTESSORI CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER, INC., BY LOWELL C. RAGAY AND SPS. LOWELL C. RAGAY AND LILIA B. RAGAY, Mortgagors, with postal address at Jariol Compound, Aluba, Macasandig, Cagayan de Oro City, to satisfy the mortgage indebtedness which as of July 6, 2021, amounted to ONE MILLION FOUR HUNDRED NINETY SIX THOUSAND SEVEN HUNDRED NINETY TWO PESOS and NINETY SIX CENTAVOS (P 1,496,792.96) Philippine Currency, embracing the principal, interest,Penalties, Insurance and other charges, excluding foreclosure expenses, the undersigned Sheriff will sell at public auction on January 7, 2021, at 10:00 AM at the Regional Trial Court, Office of the Clerk of Court, Hall of Justice, Goldridge Building, Masterson Avenue, cor, P.N.Roa Sr. Ave., Upper Carmen, Cagayan de Oro City, to the highest bidder for CASH and in Philippine Currency, the following property described below including all existing improvements found thereon, to wit: Transfer Certificate of Title No. T- 182231 A PARCEL OF LAND (Lot 2966-F-1-A, Psd-10-022973, being a portion of Lot2966-F-1, Psd-10-014692), situated in Barrio of Macasandig, City of Cagayan de Oro City, Island of Mindanao. Bounded on the SE, along line 3-4 by Lot 2966-F-1-B (Road Lot); on SW., along line 4-1 by Lot 2966-F-2-A, both of the subdivision plan Psd-10-022973; on the NW., along line 1-2 by Lot 2996-E, (LRC) Psd - 18604; on the NE, along line 2-3 by Road. XXXXXXXXXXXXXXX, containing an area of ONE THOUSAND SIX HUUNDRED THIRTY SEVEN (1,637) SQUARE METERS more or less. XXXXXXXXXXXXX Including improvements found thereon XXXXXXXXXXXX Transfer Certificate of Title No. T-38351 A PARCEL OF LAND (Lot 3-A, Psd-10-004504, being a portion of Lot 3, Pcs-10-000158), situated in the Barrio of Macasandig, City of Cagayan de Oro, Island of Mindanao. Bounded on the SE, along line 1-2 by Lot 3-B; on the SW., NW., and NE., along lines 2-3-4-1 by Lot 3-C, both of the subdivision plan Psd-10-004504. XXXXXXXXXXXXXXX containing an area of TWO HUNDRED FIFFTY (250) SQUAE METERS,including improvements found thereon XXXXXXXXX All sealed bids must be submitted to the undersigned on the above-stated time and date. In the event auction sale cannot take place for whatever legal reason, the same will proceed on the following working day, without further notice, posting and publication. Prospective buyers may investigate for themselves the title herein above described and encumbrance thereon, if any there be. Cagayan de Oro City, November 26,2021 FOR THE EX-OFFICIO PROVINCIAL SHERIFF (SGD) MELBEN T. ALONZO Sheriff IV

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required to undergo RT-PCR test every two weeks at their own expense and present the negative result before entering their workplace until completing full vaccination status. He told department heads at the provincial capitol to advise their employees to get fully vaccinated to boost immunity against the mutating COVID-19 virus now that the provincial government is back to its normal operation. The governor, however, explained in an interview over Messenger that the unvaccinated workers “will be made to explain and I will listen to their reasons.” Chrisan Perez, information officer of the Provincial Health Office, said the unvaccinated used to be more than 100 capitol workers but some had gradually sought inoculation after learning that local government units in other areas started enforcing stringent measures to the unvaccinated. Perez said some of the reasons of those who did not get vaccinated were their health conditions, fear, religious beliefs, and principles. The memorandum mentioned that capitol workers with sensitive medical conditions are required to present their medical certificate issued by authorized health personnel to their administrative officers as a valid proof of their ineligibility for vaccination. Absences due to failure to submit proof of vaccination and negative RT-PCR result, according to the memorandum, will be automatically charged to the remaining leave credits; and if there is none, the nowork no-pay policy shall apply. (Chris V. Panganiban / MindaNews) EXTRAJUDICIAL SETTLEMENT WITH DEED OF ABSOLUTE SALE

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to 100 percent, and relax restrictions. “ Ne x t y e a r, w e a r e confident that we will reach our GDP growth target of 7 to 9 percent as the numbers are now all in our favor. This growth target is higher than our pre-pandemic growth rate of an average of 6 percent,” he added. Asked for his thoughts on the possibility of a 7-percent domestic output in the last quarter of this year, Dominguez did not directly give an answer but said: “People have told me that it's very difficult to get seats in restaurants now. People are going out but I didn't know.” Beltran said the October 2021 figure for the manufacturing sector alone rose by 24.7 percent. “So because we have further opened the markets, I think the growth rate will be sustained,” he said. Asked if a 7 percent growth is doable, Beltran said: “It’s doable.” (PNA) EXTRAJUDICIAL SETTLEMENT AMONG HEIRS KNOW ALL MEN BY THESE PRESENTS:

communication tool that lets companies and organizations broadcast key information and collect feedback from community members. IVES is a selfser vice web-based platform that allows organizations to automate the sending of voice calls to their intended recipients using Interactive Voice Response technolog y, empowering them to increase their reach, improve engagement and ease operations through a smooth flow of information carried by the automated voice campaigns, without the assistance of a live operator. The system uses a drag-and-drop interface that enables organizations to prerecord and customize messaging as well as to automate the sending of voice calls whether individually or in bulk. With IVES, companies can also schedule their voice campaigns, check their statuses through its real-time monitoring function, and integrate SMS so they can send out an SMS before or after each voice message to their intended recipients. “During these extraordinar y times, maintaining reliable communication between community leaders and their constituents is crucial. EXTRAJUDICIAL SETTLEMENT WITH DEED OF ABSOLUTE SALE KNOW ALL MEN BY THESE PRESENTS:

That the late RODRIGO DAAYATA, That during the lifetime of the deceased he is the lawful owner of parcel of land with Transfer Certificate of Title No. T-201156 situated at Iponan, Cagayan de Oro City, Mis. Or., containing an area of NINE THOUSAND EIGHT HUNDRED TWENTY NINE (9,829) square meters, and has been the subject of an EXTRAJUDICIAL SETTLEMENT WITH DEED OF ABSOLUTE SALE, filed by the heirs of RODRIGO DAAYATA, per DOC #230; PAGE #47; BOOK #92; Series of 2021 under the Notarial Registry of ATTY. QUINTILIANITO S. BABARIN, JR.

That the late GERT LEIBLING, who died in Mambajao, Camiguin on July 1, 2021 without any will; that the said deceased at the time of his death left PERSONAL PROPERTIES described as follows; a. PHILIPPINE NATIONAL BANK USD SAVING PERSONAL account with account No. 403160026152; b. PHILIPPINE NATIONAL BANK TOP DOLLARS 5 YRS account with account no. 0240316000003319; and has been the subject of an EXTRAJUDICIAL SETTLEMENT AMONG HEIRS, filed by the heirs of GERT LEIBLING, per DOC #473; PAGE #95; BOOK #XIV; Series of 2021 under the Notarial Registry of ATTY. CARLO C. BORROMEO.

That the late JOCELYN G. YANEZ, died on July 2, 2015, that during the lifetime of the deceased he is lawful owner of parcel of land with Transfer Certificate of Title No. T-201152 situated at Iponan, Cagayan de Oro City, containing an area of FOUR THOUSAND SEVEN HUNDRED SEVENTY (4,770) square meters, and has been the subject of an EXTRAJUDICIAL SETTLEMENT WITH DEED OF ABSOLUTE SALE, filed by the heirs of JOCELYN G. YANEZ, in favor of MIADEVLAND CORPORATION Represented By: MICHAEL JONES LIM SIA, per DOC #48; PAGE #9; BOOK #92; Series of 2020 under the Notarial Registry of ATTY. QUINTILIANITO S. BABARIN, JR.

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Innovative solutions such as IVES are a great way to accommodate this pressing need, and we hope we can partner with as many local leaders in the countr y to help them tailor their community responses to their constituents as efficiently as possible,” shared Peter Maquera, Globe Business Senior Vice President, Enterprise Group. With IVES, community leaders can broadcast pre-recorded voice announcements, news alerts, sur veys and reminders for their constituents. In the event of natural disasters such as typhoons, floods or earthquakes, IVES can also ser ve as a more accessible communications channel that can identify individuals’ and families’ needs and concerns especially those belonging in EXTRAJUDICIAL SETTLEMENT KNOW ALL MEN BY THESE PRESENTS: That the late SARAH T. YAÑEZ, who died on _________in Cagayan de Oro City, that the deceased left among others a aliquot Portion of Parcel of land, containing an area of 2.1110 hectares, situated in Barangay Igpit, Municipality of Opol, Province of Misamis Oriental, Original Certificate of Title No. E-2867, situated in the Barangay of Igpit Municipality of Opol, Province of Misamis Oriental, containing an area of FORTY TWO THOUSAND TWO HUNDRED TWENTY ONE (42,221) square meters, more or less, and has been the subject of an EXTRAJUDICIAL SETTLEMENT, filed by the heirs of SARAH T. YAÑEZ, per DOC #203; PAGE 41; BOOK #87; Series of 2019 under the Notarial Registry of ATTY. QUINTILIANITO S. BABARIN, JR. BWM: Dec. 10, 17 & 24, 2021

communities located in areas where internet access may be a challenge. Based on citizens’ inputs in the system via keypad selection, community officials can assist, direct and route calls to better address their specific needs based on the user responses. “At this time when being connected is important, we believe that voice plays a key role in raising awareness among citizens, and

connecting them to the most vital updates and information. Through IVES, we hope to bring essential community ser vices closer to citizens and communities while ensuring safety and providing appropriate assistance in the new normal as well as during emergencies,” said Janis Nathalie Racpan, Globe Telecom - Digital Solutions Group Director of Business Development and Marketing.

Republic of the Philippines Region X Province of Lanao del Norte Municipality of Kapatagan Office of the Municipal Civil Registrar R.A. 10172 (Gender) NOTICE FOR PUBLICATION In Compliance with Rule 7 of R.A. 10172. A notice is hereby served to the public that MERLIE TOCO SEBUCO-TAPIC has filed with this Office, a petition for Correction of Clerical Error-Change of Gender from MALE to FEMALE in the Certificate of Live Birth of MERLIE TOCO SEBUCO who was born on APRIL 16, 1992 at KAPATAGAN, LANAO DEL NORTE and whose parents are LEONARDO LOPEZ SEBUCO and LODERINA LANDIZA TOCO. Any person adversely affected by said petition may file his written opposition with this Office not later than 15days. BWM: December 10 & 17, 2021

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The fact is we all were designed to keep building a better life and character all the way to the end. Recently I heard a successful man say: “I don’t want to have to look back for the best I’ve done in my life. If I peaked in the past, then I’ll never become the man I was born to be.” Life’s greatest achievement is to finish it well. Sadly, not everyone gets better with age. In fact, some people’s character flaws seem to get bigger and their weaknesses worse. As one man observed: “People can change—but few do.” You can be one of those few good men and women. You can start changing today—if you wholeheartedly ask Jesus to forgive you and take full charge of your heart each and every day? Only He can help you continue to grow in your character, so you will only get better with age and finish your life according to His awesome master plan for you. Just think a minute.

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data stated. By commodity group, electronic products continued to be the top export in October with total earnings of USD3.65 billion, or 57 percent of the total exports during the period. This was followed by other manufactured goods with an export value of USD350.18 million (5.5 percent) and other mineral products worth USD298.48 million (4.7 percent). Exports to China comprised the highest export value amounting to USD1.01 billion or a share of 15.8 percent of the total exports in October. O t he r maj or e x p or t trading partners with their export values and percentage shares were the US with USD962.31 million or 15 percent, Hong Kong with USD865.62 million (13.5 percent), Japan at USD859.67 million (13.4 percent), and Singapore at USD390.59 million (6.1 percent). The Philippine Coconut Authority (PCA) reported earlier that coconut oil and crude coconut oil are two of the top US imports from the Philippines. Commissioner Eric Elnar of the Philippine Trade and Investment Center in Los Angeles, California previously said the Philippines accounts for 60 percent of US coconut oil imports and 73 percent of US crude coconut oil imports. The ris e in demand was due to changes in US trade policy, market trends, and dietary guidelines, he explained. For one, a surge in consumption followed the withdrawal of US guidance that implicated coconut as a source of allergies. Market demand for organic products and improved awareness of the benefits of a healthy lifestyle also contributed to the coconut oil boom.

“To meet the changing market demand, the office took advantage of the online shopping market trend that had become mainstream during the pandemic, while still maintaining distribution among traditional physical s t ore s s e l l i n g c o c onut products. Another avenue tapped was the growth of the reseller market led by Filipino-Americans running micro, small and medium enterprise caravans,” the PCA said in a previous statement. (PNA)

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and we are very positive that it will impact the MSME players in the food supply chain affected by the pandemic,” DTI Undersecretar y for regional operations and acting chair of SBCorp, Blesila Lantayona, said in a statement on Monday. STAPLES aims to prevent closure of business operations of MSME retail outlets, especially small community retailers (sari-sari stores), and enable target MSME stores to retain or rehire their employees. “We envision our MSMEs to become an even stronger force as the economy recovers from the slowdown in the past months, by way of increased access to retrofitted financing that is meant to give them the needed boost to buy more business inventories and to reabsorb their personnel,” SB Corp chief executive officer and president, Ma. Luna Cacanando, said. In Oc tob er, another FMCG company, Monde Nissin, signed up as a partner of STAPLES. (PNA)

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Eucharistic mass at Agoho Mambajao Church. After which, the team proceeded to the tree growing activity and planted IpilIpil, Talisay and Baok-Baok seedlings at the shoreline o f B ay l a o, Ma m b aj a o, a g a i n i n c o ord i n at i on w i t h D E N R- C a m i g u i n representative Dumalahay and DENR Forester Artemio Maglungsod. Bael also turned over the P83,000 “Enhancement of Mini Bandong” livelihood project to the members of Barangay Mayana Fisherman Association and P231,540 worth of “Deep Sea Fishing” project to Sagay Fisherfolks TUNA Hunters Association, Sagay, Camiguin through Accredited Co-Partner (ACP)

KASAMMA Organization. Similarly, individual project Artisinal Fishing Livelihood Project worth P15,000 was granted to Teotimo Dadang. The said projects were all funded under the DOLE Integrated Livelihood and Emergency Employment Program (DILEEP) as contribution to the government’s agenda on poverty reduction. Moreover, in Misamis Occidental province, after attending the early morning Eucharistic mass at San Lorenzo Ruiz Parish Church in Ozamiz City, DOLE-10 Mis. Occ. PFO staff planted at least 500 mangrove propagules, December 8 at Sinakbang Beach in the Municipality of Sinacaban for the mangrove planting activity, which were provided by the Municipal Agriculture’s Office (MAO) thru Merlie Dominguez. MAO identified Sinakbang Beach as one of the priority areas for mangrove-planting being in the lowest-lying barangay in Sinacaban. DOLE-10 Misamis Occidental PFO Chief Ebba B. Acosta said, “We are happy to have contributed to the vital ecosystem conservation through minimizing water pollution, preventing soil erosion, providing water catchment areas that can reduce flooding and sustain fisheries production. Mangroves also act as defense and buffer against strong waves and storm surges”. The activity was made possible with the support of t he D e put i z e d F ish Wardens (DFW) for the site preparation, hauling and hole digging for planting. Also during the December 8 anniversary celebration, DOLE-10 Lanao del Norte PFO OIC-Chief Lawyer Safrali Cabili said he and his staff planted 88 Durian and Falcata seedlings at Bulahog, Rogongon, Iligan. The same is in coordination with the DENR- Iligan CENRO and the 55th Infantry Batallion of the Philippine Army. Also in full support of the same activity, the DOLE-10 Bukidnon PFO planted 88 Narra, Molave, Bakan, Bitaog, and Anuling seedlings, December 7 at the hilltops of Barangay Natidasan, Malaybalay City. The PFO collaborated with Kalasan People’s Center for Environmental Concerns, Inc. (KPCECI), and DEAREST. D OL E - 1 0 B u k i d n on PFO Chief Raul L. Valmores said KPCECI was a DILEEP recipient worth P946,000

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of financial grant on CY 2018 for their Bukidnon Community-Based Integrated Abaca Agro-Forestry project. At present, wide varieties of trees are available in their nursery, of which some have been donated to DOLE-10 for the tree planting activities. Through the GODP, t h e D O L E pro a c t i v e l y upholds green and ecofriendly practices in its own workplace and among its own workforce for better delivery of programs and services to its stakeholders. As a groundbreaker of this nature-friendly project, the DOLE targets to serve as a model agency for other public offices to implement policies and programs that promote cleanliness, safety, and sustainable environment at the workplace. The celebration is anchored on the theme, “DOLE @ 88: Tuloy-tuloy na PagTUPAD sa Serbisyong Tapat!” (DOLE-10/PIA-10)

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He thanked other law enforcement agencies for their unwavering support in the campaign against smuggling in this part of the country. Meanwhile, he said they have so far filed three cases against smugglers and “these are with the RTC (Regional Trial Court) now.” However, he said most of the accused claimed they were just contracted to transport the contrabands through cellular phone transactions. “They absorb the liability. Although we pity them, but there’s nothing we can do than to file the case,” Barte said, citing the financiers do not show up despite the arrest of their transporter and confiscation of the contraband. He said the government should imposed stiff penalties to stop smuggling activity in the country. (PNA)

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50 families huddled inside the gym. Barangay Carmen officials brought hot soup to warm the evacuees, many of whom arrived drenched due to the relentless rain Thursday dawn. Fabello said mandatory evacuations were not yet implemented since Cagayan

de Oro is still under Signal 1. Nick Jabagat, chief of the City Disaster Risk Reduction Management Office, said most of the streets were flooded by 10 a.m. Thursday. Jabagat said a landslide in sitio Macapaya in barangay Indahag cut vehicular traffic between Cagayan de Oro and Libona town in Bukidnon. “Floodwaters near Centrio Ayala Mall were already waist deep by 10 a.m.,” Jabagat said. Jabagat said barangay tanods stopped vehicles from plying CM Recto fronting SM Downtown Premier after the floodwaters spilled into the highway. The Philippine Coast Guard prevented all vessels f rom ventur ing out to sea starting on Thursday morning. In Dinagat Island, which is directly on the path of “Odette,” Jeff Crisostomo, chief of the Provincial Disaster Risk Reduction Management Office, said howling winds buffeted the houses on the island Thursday morning. “ We a r e c o n c e r n e d that it would grow worse tonight when Odette makes a landfall,” Crisostomo said. He said 3,000 residents have taken shelter in the province’s 33 evacuation centers. Capt. Teody Agustin, spokesperson of the Army 901st Infantry Brigade said the highway between Butuan City and San Francisco town in Agusan del Sur was cut off by a landslide in Sibagat town, Thursday. In Lianga, Surigao del Sur, Roger Enriquez of the NGO Balay Mindanaw said a three-meter high storm

surge forced the evacuation of some 200 families in Barangay Diatagon and San Agustin town. (Froilan Galardo / MindaNews)

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radio programs. But Ocon had kept egging and challenging Uy to file complaints against him so the “truth would surface.” Now that the complaints are up before the prosecutor, Ocon merely laughed off this development and vowed that he would hire a lawyer to defend him. Republic of the Philippines Department of Transportation LAND TRANSPORTATION FRANCHISING & REGULATORY BOARD Regional Office No.10, Apovel, Bulua, Cagayan de Oro City METRO ILIGAN TRANSPORT COOPERATIVE (MITSCO) Rep. by: MATRONILLO ABIOL Applicant/Petitioner. CASE NO. R10-EV-CC-PUJ 2021-01-545

NOTICE OF HEARING APPLICANT/ PETITIONER requests the authority to amend his/her/its application/petition and to add One (01) unit/s in their previous Petition for Consolidation of Cases to operate PUJ SERVICE on the route: ILIGAN CITY PROPER- UPPER HINAPLANON- CABARO AND VICE VERSA, with the total use of ELEVEN (12) unit/s. This amended application/petition shall be considered by this Board on December 23, 2021 at 10:00 A.M. at this Board on which date Applicant/Petitioner shall formally submit his/ her/its evidence. The Applicant(s)/Petitioner(s) shall publish said notice at least Five (05) DAYS prior to the date of hearing once in a newspaper of local circulation. Party(s) opposed to the approval/granting of the application/petition must file his/her/its written opposition with supporting documents, unless this Board deems it necessary to require additional documentary evidence and/or his/her/ its oral testimony(s). WITNESS, AMINODEN D. GURO, Regional Director, LTFRB-Region X, this 15th day of December 2021 at Cagayan de Oro City, Philippines. (Sgd.) ATTY. MOHAMAD FAHDEL S. PIMPING HEARING OFFICER BWM: Dec 17, 2021

EXTRAJUDICIAL SETTLEMENT WITH DEED OF ABSOLUTE SALE KNOW ALL MEN BY THESE PRESENTS: That the late ROMANO Y. CAUDOR and PAULINA A. CAUDOR, died on September 10, 2008 & May 20, 2010, that during the lifetime of the deceased he is the lawful owner of parcel of land with Transfer Certificate of Title No. T-201158 situated at Iponan, Cagayan de Oro City, containing an area of FIFTEEN THOUSAND TWO HUNDRED FORTY SEVEN (15,247) square meters, and has been the subject of an EXTRAJUDICIAL SETTLEMENT WITH DEED OF ABSOLUTE SALE, filed by the heirs of ROMANO Y. CUADOR and PAULINA A. CAUDOR, per DOC #49; PAGE #9; BOOK #92; Series of 2020 under the Notarial Registry of ATTY. QUINTILIANITO S. BABARIN, JR. BWM: Dec. 10, 17 & 24, 2021

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12 Awesome Together: Kenny Rogers Roasters Philippines and Coca-Cola Beverages Philippines Inc. officially launched their partnership on Oct 21, 2021. [L:R: Cherry Du, National Key Accounts Director of CocaCola Beverages Philippines, Inc.; Daniel Garcia, Modern Trade Director of Coca-Cola Beverages Philippines, Inc.; Richard Schlasberg, VP for Commercial of Coca-Cola Beverages Philippines, Inc.; Frederick Siy, President and Owner of Epicurean Partners Exchange Inc.; Norman Raquel, Chief Finance Officer of Kenny Rogers Roasters Philippines; and Marissa San Diego, Operations Director of Kenny Rogers Roasters Philippines]

Kenny Rogers Roasters welcomes Coca-Cola as its new beverage partner in the PH MANILA, PHILIPPINES -- Kenny Rogers Roasters—one of the country’s largest restaurant chains—has partnered with Coca-Cola, the leading beverage company in the country, to deliver perfect dining pairings to Filipinos across the Philippines. After more than a decade, the two powerhouse brands reunited for diners to enjoy their favorite Kenny Rogers Roasters meals with their favorite Coca-Cola products. Kenny Rogers Roasters’ unique recipes for rotisserie-roasted chicken, complemented by a rich variety of hot and cold side dishes and beloved corn muffins, are now paired with much-loved Coca-Cola products. The

partnership supports the restaurant chain’s commitment to innovating their product offerings and continuous service excellence to its guests, as it shares with Coca-Cola Philippines the same passion for bringing people together through its portfolio. “At the heart of everything we do at Kenny Rogers Roasters is the goal of strengthening relationships through good and awesome food made with love. For more than 25 years, day in and day out, we’ve been serving our guests with deliciously healthy meals. Through our partnership with Coca-Cola, we see ourselves elevating the dining experience of our guests with the perfect match

of our food and ice-cold Coca-Cola products,” said Frederick Siy, President and Owner of Epicurean Partners Exchange Inc. Established in the US in 1991, the famous food-service brand brought its roasted chicken to the Philippines in 1995 and quickly became popular among Filipino diners. On top of serving quality dishes, Kenny Rogers restaurants’ cozy and homey ambiance sealed the chain’s status as one of the top-tier restaurants in the country. It has also since established a reputation for innovation through creative roast chicken flavors. Kenny Rogers Roasters, with its 100 branches across the country, and its

beverage partner Coca-Cola also share the business philosophy that innovation is an important driver of business growth. As a total beverage company, Coca-Cola has a range of product offerings to meet the needs of a wider variety of customers, from carbonated soft drinks to water, tea, and juices. “We are proud to be starting this journey once again with Kenny Rogers Roasters. We have a lot of things in common: our passion for producing great products, for bringing people together, and for helping create awesome moments for our customers. We are excited to reach more Filipinos through this partnership.” said Cherry Flores-Du,

National Key Accounts Director of CocaCola Beverages Philippines. Coca-Cola Philippines is committed to work collaboratively with Kenny Rogers Roasters and help boost the restaurant’s business through creative solutions that will bring happiness to every customer. With the renewed partnership, patrons of the restaurant chain and the beverage giant alike will find themselves treated to the best of what the two brands have to offer, on a single table. To know more about this partnership and its exciting promos, visit Kenny Rogers Roasters Philippines’ Facebook page.