BusinessWeek Mindanao (November 23-24, 2022)

Support for ARBs

THE Department of Agrarian Reform (DAR) has formed a team that will survey areas settled by agrarian reform beneficiaries (ARBs) to determine what assistance they need to improve their living conditions.

Agrarian Reform Secretary Conrado M. Estrella III said in a statement Sunday that the project development team will determine which of the 57 settlement areas are in need of poverty-relief programs. The team’s creation was authorized by Special Order No. 643.

Estrella said DAR is planning to introduce agribusiness, job-creation, and law and order initiatives.

Lower farm output

FARM OUTPUT likely remained stagnant, with a bias towards the downside, in the third quarter as crops sustained storm damage while farming operations are believed to have been disrupted by the rising cost of inputs like fuel and fertilizer, analysts said.

“The situation in the first and second quarter, which has been successive contractions, will not be better in the third quarter… on the whole, the third quarter will still see a contraction. My take is minus 1.0% to +0.3%,” Roy S. Kempis, retired Pampanga State Agricultural University professor, said in a Viber message.

Kempis said that this is due to a combination of the “continued adverse effects of the upheaval in Eastern Europe which disrupted supply and the physical destruction of crops, livestock and poultry at the peak of typhoon season.

Labor-compliant

DAVAO City - The Department of Labor and Employment in Davao Region (DOLE11) reported Monday it has recorded a 92.8 percent compliance rate for General Labor Standards (GLS) after businesses in the region managed to correct their deficiencies. DOLE-11 data showed that of the 3,613 private establishments in the region that have been inspected and monitored under the Labor Inspection Program as of November 14, at least 3,352 firms passed the GLS. Lawyer Randolf Pensoy, DOLE-11 head, said the Labor Inspection Program aims to strengthen the "visitorial" and enforcement powers under the Labor Code of the Philippines to ensure compliance of private establishments with labor laws and standards particularly the GLS, Occupational Safety and Health (OSH), and OSH-Covid.

M’danao spot market set in Q1 next year

THE sale of electricity in the Mindanao spot market is targetted to be launched in the first quarter of next year, the Independent Electricity Market Operator of the Philippines (IEMOP) said on Monday.

The wholesale electricity spot market (WESM) is the venue for generators to sell excess power not committed to long-term contracts.

Isidro E. Cacho, Jr., IEMOP’s head of Corporate Strategy and Communications, said the launch could precede the energization of the MindanaoVisayas Interconnection Project (MVIP).

Cacho said the market operator is now working with the Department of Energy (DoE), Energy Regulatory Commission (ERC), Power Sector Assets and Liabilities Management

Corp.(PSALM), Mindanao electric cooperatives and stakeholders, to put WESM in operation before MVIP.

“Hopefully we can launch the WESM before the completion of Visayas interconnection,” he said.

The P52-billion MVIP aims to connect the three main grids to ensure the sharing of energy across the network.

The project, which was certified in 2018 as an Energy Project of National Significance, was initially targeted for completion by December 2020. The NGCP then said the project is expected to be completed in 2022 due to delays caused by the pandemic.

“If the MVIP is completed first and we do not have a market yet, the question is, who would pay for the power flowing in the

Dinagat bans entry of hogs, pork products

BUTUAN City – The entry of live hog and its by-products has been temporarily banned in Dinagat Islands as the province

remains a “green zone” or free from the contamination of African swine fever (ASF) in the Caraga Region. In an interview

on Monday, Dr. Aimee Jimeno, the provincial veterinarian, said stringent measures have

NPA remnants urged to yield in time for holidays

THE Army's 8th Infantry Battalion (8IB) has urged the remaining New People Army (NPA) combatants in Bukidnon province to surrender in time for the Christmas season. In a statement Monday, Lt. Col. Anthony Bacus, the

8IB commander, said military operations in the province will continue to inflict major setbacks on the remnant NPA groups. "We are relentlessly calling all remaining rebels to lay down their arms and embrace peace and

celebrate Christmas with your family. Our government is here to assist you in your reintegration into the mainstream (society)," Bacus said. On Nov. 17, three NPA fighters surrendered in

DAVAO City — Former

NEVER FORGET. Families of media workers who were massacred on November 23, 2009 in Ampatuan, Maguindanao gather on Sunday, 20 November 2022 at the massacre site, the first visit after the verdict was handed down in December 2019 finding Andal Ampatuan, Jr. and his siblings Zalday and Anwar among those guilty beyond reasonable doubt. MindaNews photo by GREGORIO C. BUENO

ICE BLOCK. A laborer carries a block of ice towards the fish section of the Tambo Public Market in Iligan City. MindaNews photo by BOBBY TIMONERA

2 traders selling hot cigars arrested in Zambo Sur

ZAMBOANGA City –Authorities separately arrested two traders for selling P373,500 worth of smuggled cigarettes in Zamboanga del Sur province, an official said Friday. Col. Richard Verceles, operations chief of the Area Police CommandWestern Mindanao, said Aian Dumat-ol, 32, and Gambai Saidali, 24, were nabbed more than an hour apart Thursday for trading illicit goods. Dumat-ol was arrested around 5:30 p.m. in Barangay Upper Laperian, Ramon Magsaysay town with anti-smuggling operatives seizing from him

P363,000 worth of assorted smuggled cigarettes. On the other hand, Saidali was arrested around 4 p.m. in Barangay Mati in the town of San Miguel. He yielded assorted brands of smuggled cigarettes worth P10,500 and a motorcycle. Verceles said the two traders were slapped with administrative fines. A stiffer penalty will be imposed if they will be caught again selling smuggled cigarettes, he added. Verceles said the campaign against smuggled cigarettes was expanded to the villages to further deny smugglers a market for their products. (PNA)

P3.3-B hydropower to boost power supply in Davao Oriental town

DAVAO City – Residents of Caraga town in Davao Oriental province will soon benefit from the P3.3 billion worth of hydropower project, which consists of three mini-hydropower plants with a total capacity of 20.9 megawatts. In a statement Friday, Governor Corazon Malanyaon said the project will address the power woes in the municipality. “This is truly a welcome development, as we have been keen on looking at renewable sources

of energy to help energize communities in the province,” Malanyaon said. Meriam Buguis, consultant of the Volga Power Corp., said they will be using a “run-of-theriver” hydropower facility to tap the flowing waters of the Caraga River, which will generate enough power supply for the town proper and the hinterland communities. For several years since the project started in 2014, the company already secured

the initial requirements, such as Environmental Compliance Certificates (ECC), endorsements from the municipal and barangay local government unit, and the feasibility study, while the processing of other requirements are currently ongoing. With the ongoing groundwork, the company hopes to have the memorandum of agreement for the project signed by January next year to start the construction

phase. The operational phase for the project is projected for up to 25 contract years and renewable for another 25 years. “Aside from generating enough power to provide electricity to households and local industries, the project is also anticipated to provide employment opportunities to villages and residents of nearby barangays during the construction and operational phase,” Bugis noted. Buguis

On the Road to the Hinterland

By: Christina Joy Legaspi

As the saying goes, “Education is the key to success in life, and teachers make a lasting in the lives of their students” by Solomon Ortiz, becomes a challenging task for everyone in the society not only for the teachers as well as for the students. With the new normal set up, keeping this quote on its feet needs a lot of passion and power. I am a teacher assigned to a far-flung area of Iligan City. It is one of the remote or less developed area of the city. An area that is far from the trading center. It doesn’t take an expert to understand that living in the city is a different world to a hinterland lifestyle. Compared to the city, life is different in the hinterland. The hinterland gets the family back to basics and provides an opportunity for self-sufficiency. In the city it can be easy to become dependent on convenient stores and urban eats but in the hinterland, your dinner can come straight from the garden to the kitchen table or you can get fresh grown produce close-by at the local farmer’s market. The lifestyle of the hinterland is easy-going, compared to the city where you can often get caught up in the hustle and bustle of city life. A big part of hinterland living is the commonly values. The

hinterland is a family-friendly and relaxed lifestyle where you can raise your own animals and have the space to follow passions or start hobbies. It is about getting out in the fresh air and slowing down to enjoy life, family and friends. During the normal set up, I woke up early every day to get ready to go the school where I am assigned to. Wearing my school uniform, preparing my lesson plans, printing my learning materials bringing with me my chalk board and erasers. When I arrived, I should wear my best smile and enthusiastic mood so to inspire my students that every day is a best moment to live. Talking and eating with them, sharing stories of personal lives and tales of folklores made me satisfied that in my part I was able to talk to them and bond with them. Sometimes, parents also talked to me and made me feel that I am a part of the community and I am secure. Writing, reading and comprehension are the basic skills that should be prioritize on my learners. It would always be a fulfilling day to see them that they learn something from our day-to-day class. But then suddenly, a situation that nobody is prepared happened. This pandemic the set up becomes different. The

school year began on the month of October 2020 and learners will just stay at home answering the modules that the teachers printed. It was a difficult task for the teacher who has passion to inculcate knowledge and quality education to the leaners in the hinterland. It is a challenging task on what strategies and ideas can a teacher give to the students to value and still prioritize education amidst the pandemic situation. I am aware that the simple life in the hinterland may mean survival of the day-today life even in the new normal set up. It becomes difficult and most challenging when the new normal comes in. In the end, this pandemic didn’t just give us a reflection that things will possibly stop in a matter of time unexpected. It gives us a lesson that one’s passion can never be taken away to an individual. Our calling will continue even in the midst of pandemic and it will continue after the pandemic. This gives us a lesson that passion comes with power and dedication. The power to continue when everything else seems to stop. The dedication to create and come up with ideas to provide quality education and to let the world know that when all else quit, teachers remain.

DEED OF ABSOLUTE SALE

KNOW ALL MEN BY THESE PRESENTS:

Notice is hereby given THAT the VENDOR is the absolute owner of a parcel of land located at Patag, Cagayan de Oro City, and covered by Transfer Certificate of Title No. T-60173 and more particularly described as follows: A PARCEL OF LAND (Lot 21, Block 1, Pcs-10-000599, being a consolidation of Subdivision Lots 22051-C and 4382-A, Psd-10-010426), situated in the Barrio of Patag, City of Cagayan de Oro, Island of Mindanao, Containing an area of Eighty Three (83) square meters more or less, is the subject of DEED OF ABSOLUTE SALE, made and entered into by and between: NELIDA SEVILLA OLOHOY, of legal age, widow, Filipino citizen and a Poblacion, Libona, Bukidnon, hereinafter referred to as the VENDOR; and DR. JAIME C. FELICILDA , of legal age, single, Filipino and a resident of 6th Division Patag, Cagayan de Oro City, hereinafter referred to as the VENDEE; THAT for and in the consideration of the sum of ONE

HUNDRED FIFTY THOUSAND PESOS ONLY (150,000.00), Philippine currency, receipt of which is hereby acknowledge by the VENDOR from the VENDEE , the VENDOR by these presents hereby SELLS , CEDES , TRANSFERS and CONVEYS , in a manner absolute, unto and in favor of the VENDEE his heirs, successors and assigns the abovedescribed parcel of land free form all liens and encumbrances, per DOC# 412; PAGE#81;BOOK#220;Series of 2022 under the Notarial Registry of ATTY. EMMANUEL A. GAABUCAYAN.

PH among the leaders in payment digitalization

THE success of payment system digitalization varies but an official of Western Union said the Philippines is among the leaders in this field.

In a briefing on Friday, Western Union President for Middle East and Asia Pacific Jean Claude Farah said governments around the globe bids towards digitization “with more or less success because many have talked about it but few have succeeded doing it.”

He, on the other, noted that in the Philippines “this is already taking place,

this is no longer a dream, a bargain or objective.”

“You guys are digitizing your remittance industry much more than the remittance industry,” he said.

For one, the Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP) is aiming for a 50 percent share of digital payments to total transactions by 2023.

Farah noted that the government, in general, is also pushing for the digitalization of government processes, thus, “you are way down, down that road.’

“As far as Western

“CALL TO TEACH “

Alternative Teaching Strategies to solve problems on poverty -organized and lead

By: Mrs. Juanita G. Gomez MT I Science department (Presented in the

Union is concerned, we are always in support of any government effort that goes into making consumers’ lives easier,” he said.

However, gains towards this goal is not being experienced by everybody, results of the latest survey commissioned by Western Union showed.

Results of the survey showed that around 44 percent of the 2,000 consumers who participated in the survey said they prefer to receive money transfers through digital platforms but around 70

percent want to be able to choose how to collect it -whether in cash or digitally.

Also, some people are wary of using digital channels to transfer funds due to lack of connectivity, limited knowledge of digital services, lack of online banking history and are unbanked.

“This amplifies the need for larger ecosystems, where retail and digital platforms grow and evolve symbiotically,” Farah said.

Citing World Bank (WB) data, Western Union officials said the Philippines is among the biggest recipient of remittances

Republic of the Philippines Department of Transportation LAND TRANSPORTATION FRANCHISING & REGULATORY BOARD Regional Office No.10, Apovel, Bulua, Cagayan de Oro City

DIAMAL C. DISOMANGCOP, CASE NO. R10-EV Applicant. -TX-2022-10-2008

NOTICE OF HEARING

APPLICANT request for the extension of validity of the Certificate of Public Conveni ence to operate TAXI SERVICE on the route: WITHIN CAGAYAN DE ORO CITY TO ANY POINT IN REGION 10 and Vice Versa and with the use of One (01) unit/s.

The Call-to-Teach Approach provides an additional opportunity for students to understand more the lessons and communicate directly to their teachers. It is designed to purposely reach out to those identified students that have low internet connectivity or no signal to attend online classes. These students were purposely contacted by their respective Science teachers and arranged a schedule for a regular call-toteach session one (1) hour each week. The lessons conducted were the essential topics in

second grading. During the call-to-teach session, parents' involvement are encouraged and have an opportunity for immediate feedback with This includes the use of remedial activity sheets and other instructional materials which helped in explaining the lessons under the most essential learning competencies (MELC) in Grade 9 science. The independent variable of this study is the use of Call-to-Teach method and the dependent variables are the performance and attitude

Security Bank nets P14.6B from bond offering

SECURITY BANK CORP. raised P14.6 billion from its offering of fixed-rate bonds, more than its initial P3-billion program, following strong demand from investors.

The bank said in a disclosure to the stock exchange that the bonds maturing in 2024 were successfully issued and listed on the Philippine Dealing & Exchange Corp. on Thursday.

“Security Bank raised P14.6-billion worth of bonds at 5.3% per annum, with a tenor of 1.5 years. Due to strong demand for the bonds, the bank exercised its oversubscription option and accepted offers above its minimum P3-billion issue size,” the lender said.

“Security Bank offered the bonds to support its lending activities and expand its funding base,” it added.

Security Bank Executive Vice-President and Financial Markets Segment Head Raul Martin A. Pedro said the successful issuance and oversubscription is testament to investor confidence in the

lender.

The bonds were issued out of Security Bank’s P100-billion peso bond and commercial paper program.

The papers were offered at a minimum investment of P1 million and increments of P100,000 thereafter.

The lender tapped Philippine Commercial Capital, Inc. (PCCI) to be the sole bookrunner for the issuance.

The joint lead arrangers and selling agents for the transaction were PCCI and SB Capital Investment Corp.

In July, Security Bank also raised P16 billion from 1.5year corporate bonds, more than the original plan of P1 billion, as the offer was likewise oversubscribed. The papers were also part of the lender’s P100-billion peso bond and commercial paper program.

Security Bank recorded a higher net income in the second quarter of 2022 on the improved performance of

after the intervention. The instructional materials are designed by the researchers who employed the approach. The effectiveness of the approach was measured in terms of the performance in the first and second quarter grades and through the results of the survey questionnaire. The results of the study will give us implications to the teaching of Science, specifically to the Grade 9 students. regards to the students’ performance.

EXTRAJUDICIAL SETTLEMENT OF ESTATE AMONG HEIRS

KNOW ALL MEN BY THESE PRESENTS:

That the late ROMULO A. CABALLERO and EVANGELINE M. CABALLERO, who respectively died on August 12, 2022, and on October 1, 2017, in Davao City, Philippines, without any will; That deceased ROMULO A. CABALLERO is one of the legitimate heirs of the late Pablo (Probo) Caballero and RosarioCaballero who were the registered owner of real property with Original Certificate of Title No. 0-2717, located at Km.83 New Sibonga, Nabunturan, Davao de Oro, Province of Davao del Norte, Philippines, consisting of 108,041 square meters, and has been the subject of an EXTRAJUDICIAL SETTLEMENT OF ESTATE AMONG HEIRS, That by virtue of an extrajudicial settlement with his four (4) siblings who are likewise legitimate heirs of the late Pablo (Probo) Caballero and Rosario Arguelles-Caballero, a total of 20,227 square meters of the aforesaid property were adjudicated to the late Romulo A. Caballero representing his 1/5 share thereof and designated in the Subdivision Plan approved on June 14, 2013, by the DENR, Land Management Services, Regional Office X1, as Lot 2799-D and Lot 2799-C, consisting of 12, 141 and 8,086 square meters respectively; filed by the heirs of ROMULO A. CABALLERO and EVANGELINE M. CABALLERO, per DOC#:471; PAGE#:95; BOOK#:134; Series of 2022, under the Notarial Registry of ATTY. DENNIS G. DAGOHOY. BWM Nov. 23, 30 & Dec. 7, 2022

This application shall be considered by this Board on December 07, 2022 at 10:00 A.M. at this Board on which date Applicant/ Petitioner shall formally submit his/her/its evidence.

The Applicant shall publish said notice at least Ten (10) Days prior to the date of hearing once in a newspaper of general/ local circulation.

Party(ies) opposed to the approval/ granting of the application/petition must file his/her/its written opposition with support ing 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 21st day of November 2022 at Cagayan de Oro City, Philippines.

ATTY. MOHAMAD FAHDEL S. PIMPING HEARING OFFICER

BWM : Nov 23, 2022

Republic of the Philippines Department of Transportation LAND TRANSPORTATION FRANCHISING & REGULATORY BOARD Regional Office No.10, Apovel, Bulua, Cagayan de Oro City

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around the world, next to India, China and Mexico.

This, Farah said, is the reason why the company, a listed firm in the New York Stock Exchange, aims to accelerate its operations “to build on our core capabilities so that we can hep growth, strengthen and evolve a

financial ecosystem that surrounds our customers.”

“Through our omnichannel approach, we belief that we can harness the power of both the physical and digital touchpoints to serve all our customers’ money movement needs,” he added. (PNA)

STEM Education for Nationbuilding!

By: Aimee R. Pareño

Iligan City National High School Mahayahay Iligan City

The building block for a strong STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics) education system is basically tied to scientific and technological advancement. STEM education in the Philippines should apply the real world lessons to the classrooms so learners can make the connections to the world they are in. The learning community in the Philippines are gradually recognizing the importance and relevance STEM education in supporting innovation, advancement and driving future economic growth.

STEM education should go beyond as school subjects. Each STEM component brings a valuable contribution to a wellrounded education landscape. It links these disciplines into a cohesive system. Thus, it prepares learners, teachers and all other professionals who can transform society with innovation and sustainable solutions because the world we live in is changing, and

we must keep pace with it.

STEM education changes society by offering learners a new mindset and skills valued in any profession and in the community. We need young people who are flexible, look for patterns, find connections, and evaluate information. Besides, STEM education raises social awareness and should be integrated in developing socioemotional learning skills of our learners which communicates global issues to the whole society. It should develop a skill that governs the way we think and behave and helps us to solve the challenges the world faces today. Collaboration among the STEM-driven communities should be the top priority of the education system to leverage the goal of sharing and learning the best practices and addressing the various challenges in STEM Education. Therefore, STEM opportunities move us to a knowledge-based country and enhanced sustainability literacy.

Voluntary Wearing of Face Masks in lndoor and Outdoor Spaces in Schools

By: Kimberly A. Tisara Teacher-1 G.Pelaez Integrated School

NOTICE OF HEARING

The wearing of face masks in indoor and outdoor settings shall be voluntary except in the following settings: a) Healthcare facilities, including, but not limited to, clinics, hospitals, laboratories, nursing homes and dialysis clinics; b) Medical transport vehicles, such as ambulance and paramedic rescue vehicles; and c) Public transportation by land, air or sea.

Mask wearing is still encouraged for the: a. Elderly; b. Individuals with comorbidities; c. immuno compromised individuals; d. Pregnant women; e. Unvaccinated individuals; and f. Symptomatic individuals.

good ventilation especially in indoor settings. 2 Vaccination and Booster Coverage. All local government units (LGUs) are directed to submit regular reports on their vaccination status to the Department of Health. Provinces, highly-urbanized cities, independent component cities and municipalities which are currently at low risk classification, but at Alert Level 2 status because of failure to meet vaccination targets to warrant de-escalation, are highly encouraged to undertake efforts to further expand their vaccination and booster coverage.

Party(ies)

WITNESS, AMINODEN D. GURO Regional Director, LTFRB-Region X, this 21st day of November 2022 at Cagayan de Oro City, Philippines.

ATTY. MOHAMAD FAHDEL S. PIMPING HEARING OFFICER

Minimum Public Health Standards. The minimum public health standards (MPHS) to effectively prevent and minimize the spread of COVID-19 in the country, shall continue to be implemented consistent with the principles of shared accountability, evidence-based decision-making, socioeconomic equity and rights-based approach.

The DOH is directed to continuously update the MPHS guidelines in accordance with this Order. The general public, in compliance with the MPHS, is hereby enjoined to exercise diligence in carrying out health protocols, such as the practice of good hygiene, frequent handwashing, observance of physical distancing, and maintenance of

Assistance and Cooperation of Agencies and LGUs. All departments, agencies and instrumentalities of the government, including state universities and colleges, governmentowned or -controlled corporations, and government financial institutions, and LGUS are directed to render full assistance to and cooperation with the IATF for the effective and orderly implementation of this Order.

Teachers and students are still encouraged to wear facemasks in the classroom for mutual protection. It is advised for students who are not feeling well to report to class so they can recover. Protecting the general welfare of the students is the major responsibility of schools, administrators, and teachers.

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Think a minute… James Macie was a child born outside of marriage. Tragically this marked him for the rest of his life as a second-class citizen in England’s 18th century society. Even though his true father was Duke of Northumberland, James was never allowed to hold his father’s title. James’ mother tried to have his rightful honor in society restored, but the British government refused. Consequently, James was denied the rights of most ordinary citizens. He could not enter Parliament, hold a public office, or get a job in civil service. He could not even join the Army or the Navy.

Shortly after James graduated from Pembroke College, he ambitiously started a career in science. The results of his many advanced experiments were published, and James became a highly respected scientist. Yet, while other scientists were recognized by the British government with knighthoods, James was denied that honor simply because of his birth.

James never married, knowing that his country would also reject his children because of him. However, he still gave to others a great inheritance. When James died in 1829, he was a very rich man. But instead of leaving his wealth to his own nation, he left all of his money to the United States. He disinherited England as it had disinherited him.

In his will, James instructed that his money be used to start an institution that would continue to

discover and spread knowledge for humankind. His only condition was that it would carry on his family name which was taken away from him at birth. The name he adopted later in life: Smithson. And today the Smithsonian Institution is the world’s largest museum and research complex. It has 19 museums, 9 research centers, and more than 140 affiliate museums around the world sharing with millions of people its cultural, historical, and scientific knowledge.

James used his “rejection to give him direction” to where he could invest his time, talents and treasures to make the world a better place. Just because you have felt rejected, it does not mean your life has no important purpose. On the contrary, if you sincerely ask your Maker to take charge of your heart and choices, Jesus, who will never reject you, will show you His great plan and purpose for your life… one day at a time. Just think a minute…

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Let Not a Single

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SERVE the People, Especially the Poor & the Oppressed

It was then the period of Martial Law and I remember writing an article entitled, a Barrio in a Cage, a story about Panalsalan, a barrio in Maramag, Bukidnon, which had been enclosed by a rich, influential Congressman then from the Visayas with 6-feet barb wire, making the barrio as the Congressman’s ranch.

I took pictures showing cows mixing with pupils at the elementary school or even entering a chapel during Sunday mass. The cows were the first to harvest the vegetables and crops, leaving the barrio people, the Higaonons, hungry and poor as ever. In fact, out of desperation, the father of a family mixed poison, Thiodan, in the food of his family at dinnertime and then committed suicide to join the family in the after-life. Another sad tale was on how a father of a family had gone crazy and burnt his house.

My advocacy to expose such painful societal truth was used against me by influential people, then put me in jail. Inside the prison cell, I wrote a poem, Veritas Liberabit Vos (The Truth Shall Set Us Free)

Such bitter experience turned me into a passionate writer which I carried as a Columnist, writing articles about “Veritas” that intend to motivate the readers to act to be set free out of painful realities which came about because of the people’s apathetic attitude.

When people are informed and conscienticized, collective actions follow. This had been the case of the ecological people in the uplands of Cagayan de Oro when upon

knowing that indeed, there was no such thing as rule of law in environment, they readily took direct actions through human barricades to stop the massive flow of illegally-cut logs.

No less than His Eminence Archbishop Antonio Ledesma, S.J., who was then a priest and the Director of SEARSOLIN in 1991 reported to us that some fifty ten-wheeler trucks carrying illegally cut logs were passing Cagayan de Oro from one o’clock to five o’clock in the morning as he instructed his staff to monitor. When a security guard took pictures of these trucks, an armed escort ran after the guard. Thus, no way can deforestation be stopped but only through people’s direct actions.

For ten-years, human barricades went on, beginning first in 1991 with some 300 farmers, Indigenous People and fisherfolk, lying in the street and dared logging trucks to run-over them before these 50 logging trucks at dawn could pass. Then, in 1999, the number of barricades went up to 6,000 and finally, we put in clear categorical term the statement, “The people united can never be defeated.” Finally, the rule of law won. Why? No greater love there is that these passionate ecological people willing to give-up their lives to protect God’s vanishing creation which we believe is the highest form of worship.

This time, the people direct actions are not anymore on barricading logging trucks. This time, the actions are long term on a much broader context but the strategy remains: mobilize the collective power of the

people, especially those in the margins so that they can be drawn into the mainstream of development processes.

The urgent call of the times now is to effect social transformation for People, Planet, Prosperity and Peace to unfetter the people from extreme poverty, hunger, massive oppressive, climate change and violent extremism.

Yes, for those who have dreamt, advocated, sacrificed, and even died for it, social change has been so elusive all these years, despite 14 years of Martial Law and two people-powered revolutions. The systems and structures that perpetuate oppression, social injustice and poverty are still as formidable as ever.

Three questions should now be asked: Who Controls? Who Decides? Who Profits?

Yes, only a few oligarchs. How do we then democratize wealth and power in a highly skewed societal order? Only by putting power where it rightfully belongs – to the people. But first the people must be awakened from their deep slumber4 through VERITAS LIBERABIT VOS (the truth shall set us free.)

But, when Veritas is spoken or written, there will always be corresponding countermeasure from those who cannot moderate their greed. This is true in the 70’s in Panalsalan, Maramag, Bukidnon where the Higaonons, who were once masters of the land became the slaves of a powerful rancher. This is even truer now in the life of some 13 million member-consumer-owners (MCOs) of so-called Electric Cooperatives who until now

are deprived of ownership of their respective ECs. Such is the height of social injustice, a Trojan Horse perpetuating a historical deception to some 13 million MCOs with a critical mass of 65 million people in a family of five.

Such social wrong can only be done thru cooperativism but any attempt to do this will merit a corresponding countermeasure from the Cartel and its strong cabal of vested interest. If such will be championed by an office that has been mandated to promote the viability of the cooperatives as instrument of social justice, equity and economic development, the head of that office will surely be subjected to endless harassments and even three attempts to his life. In fact the Ombudsman has found him administratively guilty for doing his ministerial duty of signing the Certificate of Registration of an Electric Cooperative which has passed the scrutiny and approval of all concerned CDA offices under him. Enough is enough of oligarchs masquerading as cooperatives. Just like in the Panalsalan case, he may go to prison for just doing his job. But, no problem! At the end, Veritas Liberabit Vos!

WE NEED to realize more deeply the crucial role of doing the will of God in our life. We have to understand that it is doing God’s will that would make us his image and likeness as we are meant to be. It’s how we live our life with God, as it is meant to be. This truth of faith should be very clear in our mind and should be made an operative principle in our daily life.

We are reminded of this truth of our faith when Christ talked about the two sons who were asked by their father to work in the vineyard. (cfr. Mt 21, 28-32) The first said, yes, but actually did not go, while the second said, no, but eventually went.

Christ concluded, of course, that of the two, it was the second who did the father’s will which is what is truly important. It’s an episode in the gospel that somehow wants to convey the truth that it is in obeying and doing God’s will that we

truly become his image and likeness.

dNo wonder then that Christ said that the greatest commandment is to love God with our whole heart, which, in concrete terms, means that we have to carry out God’s commandments. St. John in his first letter said as much: “This is the love of God, that we keep his commandments.”

We have to find ways of how we can always feel the impulse and the urge to be guided by God’s will and commandments rather than simply guided by our own will. We have to realize more deeply that our will cannot and should not be working simply on its own, and that by working on its own puts it in a dangerous condition. Our will needs to be always referred to and be animated by God’s will.

For this purpose, we may have to develop certain practices of piety that would help us in this direction.

Like, spending time in prayer, in meditation, in regularly reading the contemplating the gospel, in rectifying our intentions, referring them always to God. We have to develop virtues like humility, detachment, holy purity, patience and optimism, fortitude, etc.

Very important in this regard would be to familiarize ourselves with the teaching, deeds and the very life of Christ himself, fully convinced that he is the very pattern of our humanity. We have to make Christ alive in us to such an extent that we can truly say that we are “alter Christus,” another Christ, as we are meant to be.

In this regard, we have to be convinced that our life should also be a liturgical life, since it is in the liturgy where the whole mystery of Christ and his redemptive work is made present and effective in our life. It is in the liturgy, especially in the Holy Mass, where

HINTS AND TRACES

ROY CIMAGALA

we can most fittingly do our part in corresponding to that whole mystery of Christ and his mission. It’s where we can be one with him, sharing in his redemptive mission.

We need to feel the need for doing a widespread catechesis on this truth of our faith. With gift of tongue and making use of today’s powerful technologies, let us reach out to others, leading them to realize the crucial role that doing and living God’s will has in our life.

Just like what St. Paul once said, we have to “preach the Word, be prepared in season and out of season…”

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CEB adds local flights from Cebu, int’l flights to Hong Kong, Seoul

BUDGET carrier Cebu Pacific (CEB) announced on Sunday its plan to add more domestic and international flights due to anticipated increased demand during the holiday season.

“We know that many are raring to travel again to their favorite local and foreign destinations, so we are very excited to mount these additional flights as we approach the holiday season,” Xander Lao, Cebu Pacific’s chief commercial officer said in an emailed statement.

Starting Dec. 1, the airline will

increase weekly flights between Cebu and Iloilo, Dumaguete, Legazpi, Surigao, Pagadian, and Tacloban.

To widen its international footprint, Cebu Pacific will also add more flights between Manila and Brunei, Jakarta, Seoul, Taipei, and Hong Kong.

The increased weekly flight frequency (from two times to four times) to and from Brunei is expected to start on Nov. 27.

Weekly flights between Manila and Hong Kong will be increased to 32x from 28x currently starting

Dec. 11.

Flights between Manila and Seoul (Incheon) will increase to 14 times per week from seven times currently starting Dec. 1.

Cebu Pacific currently flies to a total of 34 domestic and 19 international destinations.

The airline said it continues to implement a multi-layered approach to safety while it operates with a 100% fully vaccinated crew, 97% of whom have been boosted.

Cebu Air, Inc., the listed operator of Cebu Pacific, managed

CTA affirms denial of Holcim’s tax refund claim

THE Court of Tax Appeals (CTA) has upheld a ruling that declined Holcim Philippines, Inc.’s partial refund claim of three payments of P331,204.64 representing its local tax liabilities for the first three quarters of 2018.

In a decision dated Nov. 18, the CTA Special Second Division said the Manila trial court did not commit an error when it said Holcim failed to prove that it registered as a wholesaler of an essential commodity, in this case, cement.

“The only piece of evidence that may somehow substantiate petitioner’s status as a seller and/or manufacturer of an essential commodity would

be its Amended articles of incorporation,” the tax court said in the ruling.

It noted that the article of incorporation document also authorizes the firm to deal in other building materials within the scope of commodities classified as essential under the local government code.

Holcim declared that its gross sales for 2017 amounted to P1.19 billion in connection with the renewal of its business permit.

“Since the company’s certification does not also itemize its gross sales pertails to the sale of cement, the court has no way to determine whether the preferential rate of local business tax may be

applied to even a portion of the petitioner’s revenue,” Associate Justice Jean Marie A. Bacorro-Villena said in the ruling.

In 2018, Manila City’s business license division issued statements of account to the firm for its local business tax liabilities each worth P660,482.32 on Jan. 15, Mar. 27 and June 27.

The firm sought a partial refund worth 331,204.67 on each occasion as it argued these were illegally collected.

“Indubitably, from the nature of its business, petitioner (Holcim) is not exclusively engaged in the sale and/or manufacture of cement,” said the tax court.

PHL need additional office spaces yearly

THE Philippines can expect the completion of an average of 543,300 square meters (sq.m.) of office space in the next four years, a study on the property shows.

Real estate consulting firm Colliers in its report “Asia Pacific Market Snapshot” said that it sees office completion to return to the time before the entry of Philippine offshore gaming operators.

This year, Colliers projects the completion of 808,900 sq.m. of office spaces, which it anticipates to increase office vacancy to 18.2% by yearend.

In the third quarter, Colliers said that vacancy was steady at 17.7% due to the contribution of business process outsourcing and traditional firms.

It also recorded the delivery of 102,700 sq.m. of new office space in the third quarter, which was lower than the 146,700 sq.m. recorded in the second quarter and 156,600 sq.m. in the same period a year ago.

“Office space absorption for the remainder of 2022 should be supported by traditional and outsourcing firms,” Colliers said.

Meanwhile, it expects office rents to recover next year after forecasting these to bottom out by the end of 2022.

In the third quarter, Colliers saw a 0.4% increase in rental rates. It then projected an annual rent increase of 1.9% from 2022 to 2024.

On the residential side, Colliers said that improving consumer sentiment and sustained remittances from overseas Filipino workers would support the demand for residential units.

However, it also expects rising interest rates, compressing yields,

EXTRA JUDICIAL SETTLEMENT WITH DEED OF SALE

KNOW ALL MEN BY THESE PRESENTS:

That the late AURELIO FUENTES who died on March 1, 2008, at Lingating Baungon Bukidnon, during his lifetime he is the registered owner of a parcel of land under ORIGINAL CERTIFICATE OF TITLE NO. P-17443 situated in the Barrio of Lingating, municipality of Baungon, Province of Bukidnon Philippines, containing an area of SIX HUNDRED FOUR (604 sq.m.), and has been the subject of an EXTRA JUDICIAL SETTLEMENT WITH DEED OF SALE, That the Vendor, for and in consideration of the sum of ONE HUNDRED THOUSAND PESOS (100,000.00) Philippine Currency, paid by the vendee, and receipt of which is hereby acknowledged by the Vendor herein by Virtue of the said amount, do hereby SELL, TRANSFER, CEDE AND CONVEY absolutely and forever the above-described property will all improvements found thereon to the vendee, its successors and assigns or any legal representative free from all liens and encumbrances whatsoever, that I will defend the title of VENDEE from any claims whatsoever, filed by the heirs of AURELIO FUENTES , per DOC# 166; PAGE#34; BOOK# IXVIII; Series of 2021 under the Notarial Registry of ATTY. BRAULIO LINEJAN RUGAY JR.

and increasing prices of construction materials to hamper launches in the YEARLY/PAGE 7

DEED OF EXTRAJUDICIAL SETTLEMENT OF ESTATE

NOTICE is hereby given that the intestate estate of the late SPS. T EODOMERO G. ALOMBRO, SR . and RICARDA LADIO ALOMBRO, died intestate at Cagayan de Oro City on March 8, 1990 and at Dicklum, Manolo Fortich on April 20, 1998, respectively, leaving parcels of land in Manolo Fortich, Bukidnon, more particularly described herein below:

1. OCT P-27572 – A parcel of land, Lot No. 1506, Cad-867, Case-3 identical to Lot 488, Gss-549, situated at Dicklum, Manolo Fortich, Bukidnon, containing an area of 271 square meters, more or less;

2. OCT P-25926 – A parcel of land, Lot No. 1438, Cad-867, Case-3, situated at Dicklum, Manolo Fortich, Bukidnon, containing an area of 567 square meters, more or less;

3. OCT P-27571 – A parcel of land, Lot No. 1438, Cad-867, Case-3, situated at Dicklum, Manolo Fortich, Bukidnon, containing an area of 575 square meters, more or less;

4. OCT P-18520 – A parcel of land, Lot No. 117, Cad-867, situated at Poblacion, Manolo Fortich, Bukidnon, containing an area of 6,407 square meters, more or less;

5. TCT T-23751 – A parcel of land, Lot No. 163, Gss-549, situated at Dicklum, Manolo Fortich, Bukidnon, containing an area of 26,879 square meters, more or less;

6. Tax Declaration Nos. 15-011-26626 and 15-011-26627 – A parcel of land, Lot No. 165 part, Gss-549, situated at Lingion, Manolo Fortich, Bukidnon, containing an area of 20,000 square meters, more or less;

7. OCT No. 77642 – A parcel of land, Lot No. 3168, Gss-07-02-000021, Case No. 8, situated at Cabulijan, Tubigon, Bohol, containing an area of 9,940 square meters, more or less; and

8. OCT No. 47751 – A parcel of land, Lot No. 3175, Gss-07-02-000021, Case No. 8, situated at Cabulijan, Tubigon, Bohol, containing an area of 8,413 square meters, more or less;

Are the subject of Deed of Extra-Judicial Settlement of Estate, under the Notarial Registry of Atty. Asis G. Cubillan, per Doc. No. 462, Page No. 94, Book No. LXIV, Series of 2022.

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to cut its attributable net loss for the third quarter of the year to P2.54 billion from a loss of P8.20 billion in the same period last year.

The company’s revenues for the quarter reached P16.85 billion, surging from P3.25 billion previously. This was propelled by a strong recovery across the airline’s business segments, according to the company.

Expenses increased 111.6% to P19.89 billion from P9.4 billion in the same period last year.

the continued easing of travel requirements encouraged strong travel demand. For the third quarter, Cebu Pacific has flown

over four million passengers, a 489% increase versus the third quarter last year,” the company said in a statement.

How Important is Participation in a Classroom

By: MARICY K. ALQUIZAR Teacher III Taguanao Elementary School

“Despite being a lean season, Class participation may seem like a fairly simple phrase that only refers to entering the classroom, but it actually encompasses much more. When it comes to being in any kind of classroom setting, participation in class entails a complexity of routines, responsibilities, and decisions. Being a part of this kind of environment requires active listening, engagement, and attentive participation in all activities.

DEED OF EXTRAJUDICIAL SETTLEMENT OF ESTATE OF GONZALA LIM CHAVES WITH ABSOLUTE SALE

That the deceased GONZALO LIM CHAVES who died on February 7, 1998 in Tagoloan, Misamis Oriental, the said deceased died intestate, without a Last Will and Testament and without any outstanding debts in favor of any person or entity, that deceased left the following real property with TCT-No. T-6088 , located in Katipunan, Villanueva, Misamis Oriental, containing an area of ONE THOUSAND TWO HUNDRED EIGHTY-ONE (1,281) SQUARE METERS, and has been the subject of DEED OF EXTRAJUDICIAL SETTLEMENT OF ESTATE OF GONZALA LIM CHAVES WITH ABSOLUTE SALE, That for and in consideration of the sum of FIVE HUNDRED FIFTY THOUSAND PESOS ONLY (Php550,000.00), Philippine Currency, the receipt whereof is hereby acknowledge from the BUYER to the entire satisfaction of the HEIRS-SELLERS, the said HEIRS-SELLERS hereby sell, transfer, and convey, in a manner absolute an irrevocable, in favor of the BUYER and assigns the parcels of land above-described, together with all the improvements existing thereon, filed by the heirs of GONZALO LIM CHAVES, per DOC#108; PAGE#22; BOOK#45; Series of 2022 under the Notarial Registry of ATTY. MARIA LEONITA Q. GO.

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Although all students in the classroom are expected to act in this way, this is not always the case because different students participate differently and engage in learning in different ways.

Regularly participating in class keeps students engaged with the subject matter and increases the likelihood that they will retain more of the information. Active class involvement also enhances higher-order and critical thinking abilities.

Participating students have learned the content thoroughly enough to explain new ideas to their classmates. This degree of reasoning goes beyond ordinary text comprehension and enhances memory. Additionally, by cooperating with one another, participation can help students learn from one another and improve comprehension. As a result, relationships between students and between a student and professor may improve.

Getting students involved in class is a common element of course designs. It can encourage a high level of energy and enthusiasm in the learning environment in the classroom and lead to students making insightful comments and interesting connections. Poorly controlled participation, however, can also result in instructor annoyance and pupil confusion.

Republic of the Philippines REGIONAL TRIAL COURT OF MISAMIS ORIENTAL 10th Judicial Region Branch 41 Cagayan de Oro City Email: rtc1cdo041@judiciary.gov.ph Contact Nos. 09060335013 or 09684394916

IN RE: MATTER OF CANCELLATION R-CDO-22-03536-SP AND DECLARING NULL AND VOID SOME ENTRIES OF THE BIRTH CERTIFICATE OF HARRY LARCEN VALDEO,

FLORENCE L. VALDEO, HERMILA V. DELOS ANGELES, DOLORES V, DANDASAN,

Petitioners, -versusHARRY LARSEN VALDEO AND THE LOCAL CIVIL REGISTRAR OF CAGAYAN DE ORO CITY, x--------------------------------------------------/

ORDER

Let this case be heard on February 6, 2023 at 8:30 a.m., at this court sitting at the Goldridge Building, Masterson Avenue-P.N. Roa Avenue, Upper Carmen, Cagayan de Oro City. The Civil Registrar concerned and any person having or claiming any interest under the certificate of birth whose cancellations/corrections are sought may, within fifteen (15) days from notice of the petition, file his or her opposition thereto.

At the expense of the petitioner, let a copy of this Order be published once a week for three consecutive weeks in a newspaper of general circulation in the Province of Misamis Oriental and in the City of Cagayan de Oro.

Further, let a copy of this Order and the petition be posted at the bulletin boards of the entrance door of this court, City Hall, and Barangay 12, all in Cagayan de Oro City. Finally, let a copy of the petition and this Order be furnished to the Office of the Solicitor General and the Offices of the Civil Registrar concerned.

SO ORDERED.

Cagayan de Oro City, October 24, 2022.

(SGD) JEOFFRE W. ACEBIDO

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Editor: GILBERT Y. CHAO

Richgen Philippines, the next generation’s fresh take on business

It is no question that the young are becoming more entrepreneurial turning into game changers of the society.

There’s one community based here in Cagayan de Oro which can actually guide you in upscaling your financial growth. Meet the young (mostly) ladies (and a few gentlemen too!) of Richgen Philippines. The group envisions to build a global community empowering people to enrich themselves not just with wealth but with the skills required to achieve and sustain that.

the new concept of financial success.

Richgen Philippines is being fronted by three amazing young women who happens to be beauty queens who have embodied success in their youth even outside the pageantry world.

Aside from being beauty queens, all three have one commonality – their grit towards turning big dreams into reality . Grounded by the three I’s “INCOME, INFLUENCE & IMPACT”

EXTRAJUDICIAL SETTLEMENT OF PERSONAL PROPERTY OF DECEASED PERSON WITH SALE

By MARK FRANCISCO

As the pandemic is on its way out, we return to our personal lives left with an economic fallout. This significant hardship on

the otherhand increased engagement of the Filipino citizens to business as part of their financial survival skills.

For the past month, to achieve one of their advocacies, Richgen Philippines has been conducting live events in different cities and online events with their international partners to introduce to the audience

One of the Cofounders and also one of the outstanding young entrepreneurs in her age, Vanessa Dulay, 23, is a recent cum laude nursing graduate from Bukidnon. One of the brains behind the community, known for being competent both in pageantry and in business is Katheryn Guipetacio, 22, an accountancy senior from Xavier University. And the youngest yet one of the most iconic young women in the country, Jimema Tempra, 19, Reigning Miss Philippines Earth-Air, a college sophomore.

As a way of giving forward, these three ladies have decided to lead Richgen Philippines and share a piece of their success to us.

Now is your chance to take your first step to gain access to one of the fast growing business communities in the country. Learn with them and take action towards your financial goals. After all, it is only you who will decide and take charge of your own success. As the community’s tagline goes “Rich in goals, Rich in mindset”.

Interested? Send a private message in their official facebook page “Richgen Philippines” and make it to the top with them!

KNOW ALL MEN BY THESE PRESENTS: That the late DANILO P. UNSON , who died on July 30, 2012 at Polymedic Plaza Hospital, Kauswagan, Cagayan de Oro City, died intestate leaving a MOTOR VEHICLE with Make : TOYOTA, Series : LITEACE W/REM C, Type of Body : DROP SIDE PICK-UP, Motor No. : 0674014, Chassis No. CM50-0000851, Plate No. LFJ742, Color : WHITE, MV File No. 1112-00000185302, CR#: 1491810-5, OR#: 1304639232, and has been the subject of an EXTRAJUDICIAL SETTLEMENT OF PERSONAL PROPERTY OF DECEASED PERSON WITH SALE, That we, the hereinabove named HEIR-VENDORS , for and in consideration of the sum of TWENTY THOUSAND (20,000.00) PESOS, Phil. Currency, to the HEIR-VENDORS in hand counted and paid by the above named VENDEE , and receipt of which is hereby acknowledge by the HEIR-VENDORS to their entire satisfaction, do hereby sell, cede, transfer and conveyed as by these presents have SOLD, CEDED, TRANSFERRED and CONVEYED unto the said VENDEE his heirs, assigns, executors or administrators, the hereinabove described Motor Vehicle, together with accessories found thereon, and free from lien and/or encumbrances, whatsoever and the same is “AS IS WHEREIS ” , filed by the heirs of DANILO P. UNSON , per DOC#370; PAGE#74; BOOK#8;Series of 2018 under the Notarial Registry of ATTY. ROWELL B. VALLEDOR.

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interconnection?” Cacho said.

According to a joint application of IEMOP and Philippine Electricity Market Corp. (PEMC) to the ERC, approval is being sought for market fees for Calendar Year (CY) 2023.

Market fees are determined under Section 30 of Republic Act No. 9136 or the Electric Power Industry Reform Act of 2001 (EPIRA), authorizing the market operator to recover the cost of administering and operating the wholesale electricity spot market.

The joint application seeks provisional authority for IEMOP to impose a market fee of P0.0093 per kilowatt hour (kWh) on all power supply registered with the WESM, based on actual generation. It estimated that the proposed market fees for CY 2023 will generate P1.16 billion.

IEMOP is a non-profit operator of WESM. WESM is the venue for generators to sell excess power not committed to long-term contracts.(PR)

Bans...

been established to protect Dinagat Islands from ASF contamination. She said the temporary ban on live hogs' entry and pork products was in the Executive Order (EO) No. 11-01 issued by Governor Nilo Demerey Jr. on Nov. 18. All ports of entry in the island province are now on alert to fully implement the ban, she added. “Our neighbors, especially Siargao Island and Surigao del Norte, are now contaminated with ASF. This measure is necessary to protect our local hog industry from being also being infected,” Jimeno said. Local pork products from Surigao City, other parts of the region, and other areas in Mindanao known to have cases of ASF will be temporarily banned in the province, she said. Despite the ban, Jimeno said Dinagat Islands has a sufficient supply of hogs and by-products for the consumption of its residents. (PNA)

Barangay Poblacion, Impasugong town, They are identified as Roel Saavedra, 26, vice commanding officer of Platoon 1, North Central Mindanao Regional Command; Raul Litionia, 23, its Bravo team leader; and Irine Almahan Haguilay, 21, a member of the same group. The surrenderers told the 8IB they can no longer endure extreme hunger and exhaustion as a result of relentless military operations. "I had come to realize the promises of the group that until now nothing happened and (instead) my family got broken," Saavedra said. On Nov. 15, various rebel war matériel and other personal belongings were also seized following a clash between government troopers and the NPA rebels in Barangay Busdi, Malaybalay City. The focused military operation was the result of a tip-off from civilians. During follow-up operations the next day, another clash erupted against the NPA, prompting the troops to call for close air support from the Philippine Air Force attack helicopters. The two encounters resulted in the capture of the NPA's hideouts and the recovery of various war matériel. Seized were an AK-47 rifle, three hand grenades, two improvised explosive devices, two handheld radios, three bandoliers with ammunition and a mobile phone, among others. There were no reported military casualties in the clashes, while those from the NPA's side remain unknown.

(PNA)

in April-June, up by 139.4% from the P1.47 billion in the same period in 2021.

This brought its attributable net profit for the first half to P6.25 billion, more than double the P3.12 billion seen in the comparable year-ago period.

Security Bank was the country’s ninth-largest lender in terms of assets with P796.78 billion and seventh in terms of capital with P123.41 billion as of end-June, based on Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas data.

this year, refreshed with enhanced exteriors and interiors, giving the vehicle a refreshed and bolder look. The introduction is part of the company’s commitment to Filipino customers to deliver stylish, tech advanced vehicles that are exciting to drive.

Navara Calibre-X Not the least, NIP has introduced its Navara Caliber-X 4 x 2 variant in response to market demand.

At a price point of P1.7-1.8 million, it boasts the same robustness which has made the Navara the most sought after in the Pick-Up Truck segment.

just ramping up to pre-pandemic levels,” he noted.

“With our refreshed models and the introduction of new vehicles like the all-new Livina, we intend to really reach out to a bigger market,

and hopefully be able to satisfy the needs of the customer,” Mr. Navarro declared. “Eventually, with that, we can improve our penetration and presence in the Philippine market.”

Involvement in Extracurricular Activities and Its Benefits

By: OLIVE SYCHELLE G. PARA-ON Teacher III

remaining months of the year.

Historical launches and take-up in the third quarter rose to 30,000 and 15,000, respectively, which already surpassed the 2021 full-year launches of 28,000 and take-up of 13,000.

According to Colliers, property investors are seeking value across all types of assets and for long-term use.

“We expect the recent growth trend in market inquiries to be sustained until yearend,” Colliers said.

“The Navara Calibre-X 4x2 is built with an aggressive grille that's designed with the black Nissan emblem, quad LED projector headlights with daytime running lights, LED tail lamps, and 17-inch gloss black alloy wheels,” Mr. Navarro said.

“It's not all about looks, because the Navara Calibre-X 4x2 is also equipped with the innovative and stylish Zero Gravity front seats with black leather and orange accent stitching. To top it off, every trip is an enjoyable experience thanks to the seamless connectivity from Apple CarPlay and Android Auto,” he added.

While NIP still carries diesel driven vehicles in response to what the market looks for, it has also ramped up the introduction of more gasoline and EV models in response to changes in fuel pricing.

Royale Performance

The importance of teaching pupils to be lifelong learners is discussed in educational philosophy. Education and experience are much more than just classrooms, books, and achievement. Students have the chance to express themselves and explore different aspects of who they are based on extracurricular activities. The advantages of participating in extracurricular activities are numerous. A student's behavior can be improved by engaging in social or educational activities outside of their academic courses.

said the project will increase local and national revenues, propelling further economic activity in the municipality and province. “The project is also expected to usher in more improvements in social services due to the higher income of the local government,” she said. (PNA)

“We have younger buyers in Cebu and Cagayan. Older ones 45 years and above are usually more conservative because this is new to them,” he said.

He attributes this selling point to the fact that because unlike a gas or diesel engine, an electric engine does not increase mileage when it encounters adverse driving conditions.

“The 1.2 cc gas engine recharges the lithium battery only when it’s down to 30 percent. This technology has been utilized in Europe for five years now,” he said.

Thus, its outstanding mileage makes it the main selling point for young buyers, followed by the attraction to innovative tech of its unique EV-hybrid drive, and its unique driving experience with one pedal driving.

This is best exemplified by the top of the line Nissan Patrol Royale, which despite its price from the base variant 5.6 V8 4x4 AT to its top-spec variant, has consistently been in high demand with a long waiting list.

“Our Nissan Patrol Royale consistently is an in-demand segment that’s been selling very well in Mindanao, with a 2-3 month waiting list nationwide,” Mr. Navarro said. “With our growing improvement in supply inventory, hopefully this can shorten once we get a better supply.”

Outlook

This was confirmed by Mr. Rolida, not only for the Royale, but other best-selling models as well.

“We are selling out top of the line 2-3 Patrol Royales every month for the entire Northern Mindanao Region,” he said.

Through both school-related and extracurricular activities, kids might pick up new abilities and experiences. An individual's chances of getting into college or universities can be improved by extracurricular activities. Child participation in extracurricular activities does lead to improved behavior, learning of new skills and experiences, and better chances of getting into universities/colleges, resulting in increased student success and ultimately, in life.

Extracurricular activities

help kids develop their "unit" and teamwork skills. It is a nonacademic activity that is included in development courses to help students think more clearly about themselves and the world around them. Extracurricular pursuits are a type of learning strategy that incorporates experience, practice, and observation. Both internal and external skills, including self-acceptance, selfesteem, sexual orientation, job objectives, and others, can be improved upon in students. The article on curriculum planning describes how the country's educational goals have been changed and developed over time.

These initiatives are part of a continuing effort to help people reach their full potential in a holistic and integrated way. The goal is to create people who are balanced and harmonious on all levels of their being, including their intellect, spirituality, emotions, and physical health. Both the academic and social lives are improved by participating in these activities.

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Main: Osmeña-Cogon Market, Cagayan de Oro Branch: Ipil, Carmen, Cagayan de Oro

NOTICE OF AUCTION SALE

Starting December 2 & 3, 2022 at 10:00 A.M. to 12:00 noon, this establishment will set an Auction Sale on all pledges since July 2022 at Osmeña-Cogon Market and Ipil St., Carmen, Cagayan de Oro City. Patrons are enjoined to verify their receipts.

core businesses and lower credit provisions.

It booked an attributable net income of P3.52 billion

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“You can choose driving modes with the brake pedal only for emergency braking. Quiet with virtually no engine noise and minimal emissions,” Mr. Rolida noted.

Terra VL Meanwhile, NIM Tour 3 also presented the Terra VL variant early

“The outlook is very bright but our problem is the lack of inventory. Our queue for the Kicks ePower is five months, so everything has to be synchronized: production, output, sales and marketing,” he added.

However, he remains optimistic because of the Philippines’ resilient economy and how demand has remained steady despite the pandemic.

“So we are hard up to provide what the market needs with our factories

Administrative personnel experience burnout too

By: KERLEE H. ESPEDOSA

HOW do we navigate the tension between managing in high stress environments while also needing to work sustainably? Did you just laugh reading the words “administrative” and “joy” together? Roll your eyes? Oxymoron much? The idea of working joyfully as an administrative assistant seems like an impossibility or a privilege for just the very few.

People who work in education are experiencing staggering levels of work exhaustion and low morale. With a still active global pandemic, political polarization and vitriol and a variety of national and international crises, people are just done.

Even tenure – one of the last vestiges of job security in the working world – is not keeping people from bowing out. Much of the focus has rightfully been on the burnout and workplace dissatisfaction of faculty, staff and students, not administrative assistants. “Suck it up, buttercup” is a frequent administrative refrain.

We’ve been urged to never complain about overwork or express concerns about out mental health. Our job is to ensure that that everyone else is okay. Our call is to remember that it’s not about us. Yet we cannot overlook the fact that challenges as administrative assistants are triggering record turnover.

Management PAHIBALO

Sa Disyembre 2 & 3, 2022 sa may 10:00 sa buntag paingon sa alas 12 sa udto, ang tanan nga penirenda nga wala malukat sa bulan sa Hulyo 2022 maapil sa subasta sa Osmeña-Cogon Market ug Ipil St., Carmen, Cagayan de Oro City. Giawhag ang tanan suki sa pagsusi sa ilang resibo.

Ang Tagdumala

BWM: Nov. 23, 2022

Teacher’s Reflection

By: Ellen Mae D. Olasiman,PhD Iponan Elementary School

Everyone has different views about teaching. However, one common reason that he/she is in the field will be: “Teaching is the noblest profession.”

As a teacher, teaching specifically handing kindergarten pupils where foundations of the learners are very important is very challenging to my part. I am teaching to the pupils with different personalities. They are unique to each other. Each one has different behaviors, learning styles, level of performance and has their own pace in learning new things. It can make my teaching meaningful with those different characteristics in the four corner of my classroom. Thus, they will learn something from me that can help them grow as early young individual in the Kindergarten level. It is very significant that children will learn the basic skills necessary to them namely like

writing their names, name and its sound of the alphabet, counting the numerals 0 –10, sharing ones ideas about the parts of the body, how to be a good pupils to other pupils, their relationship towards their classmates and among others. There are lots to provide to them to make them understand such lessons. I am using varied and appropriate strategies and colorful instructional materials that will of great help to teaching as well to the pupils who are the center of the educative process. Aside from it, my teaching style how to deal them is likewise important so that I will able to motivate them fully within the given time frame of teaching the class.

Both teacher and the learner are cooperatively learning with each other. However, the big role as facilitator to them is given to me. I believe that, as a teacher I can make difference!

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Nissan Intelligent Mobility Tour 3

Nissan Philippines rosy outlook for 2023

By Mike Baños Motoring Editor

Everything’s coming up roses for Nissan Philippines Inc.

Or as the saying goes in the vernacular, “Kulay rosas ang bukas!”

We gathered as much from two of the head honchos of the Philippines’ fourth bestselling brand which climbed one rung higher to fourth in total sales for 2021, surpassing Suzuki Philippines.

Per records of the Philippine Automotive Dealers Association (PADA), NPI sold 19,603 units for a 6.7 percent share of the market.

However, NPI aims to do even better next year, according to Rollie Z. Navarro, NPI General Manager for Sales, whom we interviewed during the Cagayan de Oro leg of the Nissan Intelligent Mobility Tour 3 held November 18-20

at the Limketkai Center.

Bannered by the all-new Livina , the road show also highlighted the recently launched All-New Nissan Kicks e-POWER, the new Nissan Navara Calibre-X 4x2 variant, the Nissan Terra VL variant, and the Nissan Almera.

Guests had a first-hand look at the Nissan Intelligent Mobility features and the recently introduced e-POWER technology through interactive and immersive augmented reality displays.

“NIM Tour in Cagayan de Oro will showcase all our products more focused on the all new Nissan Livina, also to feature the newly launched Nissan Kicks with ePower technology serving part of the electrification plans of Nissan Philippines,” Mr. Navarro said.

All-New Livina

The All-New Nissan Livina marks the first time ever NPI enters into the 7-seater MPV (multi-purpose vehicle) segment.

Mr. Navarro said this is part of NPI’s transformation plan to reach out to a different set of customers with the all-new 7-seater MPV.

The all-new Nissan Livina is a reliable vehicle for familyoriented households and first-time car buyers looking for everyday excitement and convenience,” Mr. Navarro explained.

Aimed at new families with 2-3 kids, and a P1.2-1.5M price point which makes it very affordable, it continues Nissan’s Heritage of family-oriented vehicles.

“You know you're a mom/ parent when safety and space are top priorities in picking out your next car. The all-new #NissanLivina stood out for me for many reasons,” noted Ms. Melai Bacor, a CDO Blogger who test-drove the all-new Livina.

“It truly is a family car. It can seat a big family! It has the storage spaces you need to keep everything in place. There's a nook and canny for everything!

As a mom/parent, I always prefer keeping Kara in a car seat. The all-new Nissan Livina is ISOFIX

ready, making car seat installation easy, quick and secure!”

Nissan Kicks

To those not familiar with it, the Nissan Kicks is powered by an all-electric motor that delivers high-performance Electric Vehicle-like driving the wheels with a separate gas engine whose sole purpose is to charge its lithium batteries.

“So all throughout you will be using the electric drive powered by the batteries, which gives you 23-25 kms per liter mileage, but some customers even exceed that estimate, so they are really satisfied with it,” Mr. Navarro noted. “Not only does it also have a very comfortable and quiet ride, unlike other EVs (electric vehicles( it has instantaneous response to your accelerate pedal. So you have a very powerful vehicle, on top of good handling, and excellent safety features thanks to its NIM features.”

The Kicks e-POWER's advanced safety features help monitor your vehicle's systems, assist you in handling unexpected situations, and help to protect you in the unfortunate event of an accident.

While older motorists still have some reservations about

it, Mr. Navarro disclosed the response from younger buyers have been enthusiastic, especially those who are into advanced EV techs, the fact that it’s autonomous of charging station, and likes to help the environment with its low emissions, he added.

Ms. Cookie Orteza , one of the young Mommy Bloggers from CDO Bloggers who test drove the Kicks, had this experience to share:

“I’ve been driving a manual transmission car for the last 20 years so I am quite unfamiliar

with an automatic. Nevertheless, I found the Nissan Kicks very smooth and comfortable to drive. You can hardly even hear the noise from the outside. It’s true what they say about it being Electricdriven, Gas-charged and powered to thrill.”

Mr. Jeff Rolida , President & Dealer Principal of NISSAN CAGAYAN DE ORO Distributors Inc. with branches in Zamboanga City, Pagadian City, Dipolog City and Valencia City affirms this trend.

Jeff Rolida & Rollie Navarro with the CDO Bloggers covering the NIM Tour 3 in Cagayan de Oro.

CDO Blogger Melai Bacor test drives the allnew Livina

The Nissan Intelligent Mobility Tour 3 at the Limketkai Center, Cagayan de Oro CIty.