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AS of 4 a.m. yesterday, the eye of Typhoon “PABLO” was located based on satellite and surface data at 700 km Southeast of Hinatuan, Surigao Del Sur (06.6 °N, 132.9 °E) with maximum sustained winds of 175 kph and gustiness of up to 210 kph. It is forecast to move West Northwest at 24 kph. Surigao Del Sur and the Northern part of Davao Oriental will experience stormy weather with rough to very rough seas.

Northern Mindanao, the rest of Caraga Region, Davao Del Norte, the rest of Davao Oriental, Compostela Valley, Eastern Visayas, Bohol, Camotes Island and Siquijor will have rains with gusty winds with moderate to rough seas. source : pagasa

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By CRIS DIAZ Staff, Mindanao Daily News

CAGAYAN de Oro City braces for ‘Typhoon Pablo’ as weather authorities raised Signal No. 2 past 2 p.m. yesterday afternoon.

Mario Guya, of the local weather bureau, said that Typhoon Pablo is a very strong packing 175 kilometer per hour at its center. It will be bringing more rains, he warned.

The storm is expected to landfall in Misamis Oriental this morning.

Cagayan de Oro Mayor Vicente Emano yesterday afternoon ordered the classes in all private and public schools in all levels suspended.

“Sa tinguha nga dili maperwisyo sa pagtungha ang mga estudyante kay basin ma-stranded sa ilang tunghaan o’ diha sa kadalanan, ug usab malikayan ang kabalaka sa mga ginikanan, gimando ang ‘class suspension’ sa tanang level- elementarya, sekondarya ug kolehiyo epektibo karong hapon,” said Emano in a statement, a copy of which 2 was a Sunday but the Misamis Oriental Provincial Disaster Risk Reduction and was obtained by Mindanao DECEMBER Management Council headed by Vice Gov. Norris C. Babiera met at the SP Session Hall to Daily News. get updates from concerned government agencies about the incoming Super Typhoon Pablo.

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Also in attendance were mayors and MDRRMC executive officers. Photo by Mike Banos

7 areas under Signal 3 Amante says Butuan ready as Pablo heads to Surigao Signal No. 3 raised in Caraga

By CHRISTOPHER LLOYD T. CALIWAN of the Philippine News Agency

AT LEAST seven areas were placed under Storm Signal No. 3 as typhoon “Pablo” maintained its strength and is now heading towards Surigao Provinces, the state weather bureau said on Monday.

The Philippine Atmospheric Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration (PAGASA) said the provinces of Surigao del Sur, Surigao del Norte, Siargao, Dinagat Island, Agusan del Norte, Agusan del Sur and Davao Oriental

were placed under storm warning signal no. 3.

These areas are expected to experience 101-185 kilometers per hour (kph) winds within the next 18 hours.

Storm signal No. 2 (61100 kph winds) is hoisted over Southern Leyte, Bohol, Camiguin, Misamis Oriental, Bukidnon, Davao del Norte and Compostela Valley.

Cuyo Island, Eastern Samar, Western Samar, Leyte, Biliran, Aklan, Capiz,

By PAT SAMONTE of Mindanao Daily News

BUTUAN City––Mayor Ferdinand Amante, Jr. said all systems go in so far as this city’s preparation for the approaching Typhoon “Pablo” was concerned as Pagasa raised Public Storm Warning Signal No. 3 over the whole Caraga Region yesterday.

Pagasa said as of 03 December 2012, Tropical Storm “Pablo” (International Codename: Bophal) was located based on satellite and surface data at 550 km Southeast of Hinatuan, Surigao del Sur with maximum sustained winds of 175 kph near the center and gustiness of 210 kph.

Amante said the City Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Office under SURIGAO | page 11 Engr. Bong Catedral and its men are at

their posts and ready to be deployed any time saying that “Our policy now is to call on the people near danger zones such as near the banks of the Agusan River, waterways and low-lying areas to voluntarily evacuate their homes.”

He made it clear, however, that should contingencies require, “forced evacuation will be employed in areas affected. Our men had been trained to do that.”

He also said that evacuation sites had already been selected and in place for the affected families at the barangay level.

According to Amante, six brand-new ambulances were on stand-by for emergencies. The local police were at their posts on a 24-hour alert to provide security, he said.

Meanwhile, rice, canned goods CARAGA | page 11

Agusan Sur residents in flood-prone areas told to evacuate

By CHRIS PANGANIBAN of Mindanao Daily News

SAN FRANCISCO, Agusan del Sur— Residents living in low-lying and landslide prone areas were told to evacuate yesterday as pre-emptive measure by the Provincial Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Council (PDRRMC) after the province was already part of the seven areas in Mindanao under Signal Number 3 when super typhoon “Pablo” will hit the country today.

Gov. Adolf Edward Plaza has issued a memorandum to 14 mayors of the province to designate evacuation centers for the residents that would be affected by the floods when the storm will hit Agusan del Sur. The province and neighboring provinces of Surigao del Sur, Surigao del Norter,Dinagat, Siargao, Agusan del Norte and Davao Oriental have been placed under Storm Signal Number 3 as of 11 a.m. yesterday by the Philippine Atmospheric Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration.

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DENR chief orders field officials to coordinate with local disaster management councils on typhoon ‘Pablo’ DEPARTMENT of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR) Secretar y Ramon J. P. Paje Monday ordered all his key field officials, including the regional directors of the Mines and Geosciences Bureau (MGB), to link up with local disaster management councils and issue geohazard advisories in areas that are expected to be affected by typhoon “Pablo” (Bopha).

Paje’s order was issued in response to the advisory of the Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration (PAGASA) that typhoon “Pablo,” which is the 16th typhoon to enter the Philippine Area of Responsibility (PAR) this year, would make a landfall in the coming

days and could prove far worse than typhoon “Sendong” which caused massive destruction in Mindanao in December last year.

“With the dire warning from PAGASA, we are expecting typhoon ‘Pablo’ to dump unusual large volume of rainfall especially in Mindanao. We have to muster enough preparations and resources at the Department’s disposal to capacitate the citizenry deal with the impact of this typhoon,” Paje said.

Paje ordered on Monday all MGB regional directors to immediately undertake preparatory measures which include, among others, issuance of advisories on the presence of geohazards to all local government units within its jurisdiction.

In the order, Paje specified that the advisories “must point out the various susceptibility levels of areas to landslides, floods, flashfloods and debris accumulation zones, and must include the appropriate warnings.“ Said advisories must also remind about the safe relocation sites for affected communities and emphasize the need to implement ‘no habitation zones’.

To minimize typhoon “Pablo’s” possible impact in other areas not within its path, Paje has likewise told all his 16 DENR regional executive directors to link up with their local counterparts in the local government units.

“My instruction is for all the DENR regional executive direc-

tors to brace up for this typhoon as if their areas of jurisdiction were in Pablo’s path, and to issue the necessary geohazard advisories particularly on areas that are identified as vulnerable or susceptible to various types of geohazards,” Paje said.

Under its National Geohazards Mapping and Assessment Program, the DENR through its MGB, has already completed the geohazard assessment of the country at 1:50,000 scale.

The geohazard map shows the level or rating of an area’s susceptibility (i.e. high, moderate or low) to landslide and flooding, from province to municipality down to the barangays.

The DENR chief likewise enjoins the public to study the

geohazard maps of their respective localities either in their local government units or online. “We have already distributed copies of the geohazard maps to all local government units, so they can take a look at it. Or, they may visit the regional offices of MGB or view them on the web,” he said.

According to him, the maps can be accessed through the websites of the DENR, MGB, Philippine Information Agency and the Environmental Science for Social Change.

At present, the DENR-MGB is conducting a detailed geohazards mapping of the country at 1:10,000 scale and is targeted for completion by the end of 2014. philippine news agency

Don’t overindulge this Christmas season

ILIGAN City––If there is a time of the year that you allow yourself to relax and forget about strict diet and constant work-out trips to the gym, it’s the coming festive season.

It’s when you are already winding down towards the end of the working year and gearing up for the holiday season.

There are lots of parties to attend, fruit cakes to nibble and Noche Buena leftovers to enjoy, all the while relaxing in the cool breeze.

While thinking of stringing all those festivities, remember to limit the days when you overeat to avoid over-indulgence.

Here are some strategies to pacify your holiday pangs: Have a healthy snack before you go to a party or function. Filling foods such as sandwiches or a bowl of cereal is a good idea.

At a party, quench your thirst with a glass of water instead of a high-calorie alcoholic or soft drink.

Enjoy one or two small treats so you don’t feel deprived but don’t go back for third and fourth servings.

If you overfill your plate, you are more likely to eat a much larger portion than usual, so go easy!

Also, take into account your feeling of fullness. Don’t keep nibbling just because food is there. Position yourself away from the buffet table. This will prevent you from grabbing small servings every now and then.

Lastly, if you are the host, encourage guests to take home leftovers so you are not tempted to over-indulge the following day.

Finally, here are some tips on how to effortlessly burn few calories this season while having fun: Go window Christmas shopping! Walking around in a large mall or shopping center makes for great activity and fun. You just can’t get a better activity combination!

Do the standard. Park your vehicle a few meters from the building and walk. Yes, it’s an old tip but still one of the best. Use the stairs instead of the elevators and escalators.

Wrap those packages! And once yours are all bundled up, volunteer to wrap some more.

Bake some home-made holiday bread. It’s a great exercise due to the kneading of the bread and a great personalized gift, too!

Invite friends and go caroling. A brisk walk along the neighborhood gives you and your friends a great workout.

The festive season is upon us once again, and for most of us, this means excessive eating, drinking, and missing daily exercise routines.

These are easy tips to remember that can be summed up in four words: variety, moderation, balance and activity.

Eat a variety of food and balance it with correct portions from each of the food groups. Just eat enough, not in excess or lack.

By keeping these tips in mind, you will be sure to have a merrier holiday season. (Victor J. Alfonso Jr.,FNRIDOST S&T Media Service/ PIA10-LDN)

Now circulating in Misamis Oriental is this card reportedly for social welfare assistance and other medical needs of beneficiaries. The card bears the photos of candidates Norris Babiera for governor, Wayne Militante for vice governor and Jesus Jardin for congressman. Recipients are questioning the validity of the cards inasmuch as there are no signatures of the donors. Photo by Gerry L. Gorit

Teen pregnancy endangers young mom, baby ESTIMATES from the 2008 National Demographic and Health Statistics (NDHS) of the National Statistics Office (NSO) revealed that one in four, or 26 percent, of women aged 15-24 have begun childbearing.

Of the 26 percent of young mothers, 19 percent of the births delivered have multiple medical risks due to a combination of the mother’s age, birth interval and birth order, the NDHS further revealed.

A related survey conducted in 2011 by the Food and Nutrition Research Institute of the Department of Science and Technology (FNRI-DOST) among 1,650 Filipino pregnant women showed that 40 percent of pregnant teenagers below 15 years old and 36 percent of pregnant

teenagers aged 15-19 are nutritionally-at-risk due to their gestational age.

The percentage of nutritionally-at-risk pregnant women was twice higher among those who are less than 20 years old at 36.0 percent than among the 20 years old and up at 23.0 percent, the survey added.

Undernutrition among pregnant teens is a significant problem because 43.4 percent of them had low weight gain during pregnancy and more likely to have babies with low birth weight and experience short lactation, the FNRI survey also disclosed.

The World Health Organization (WHO) said stillbirths and death in the first week of life are 50.0 percent higher among

babies born to mothers younger than 20 years old than among babies born to mothers 20–29 years old.

In addition, rates of premature birth, low birth weight and asphyxia or difficulty of breathing are higher among babies of adolescents, all of which increase the chance of early death and future health problems, the WHO also noted.

The Population Commission (PopCom) likewise documented in 2001 that poor nutrition worsened by multiple pregnancies and closely spaced births make younger moms more susceptible to infectious diseases as well as health complications that may result in maternal or infant deaths and low birth weight babies.

Maternal depletion or deficiency has adverse effects on the nutrient composition of breast milk, particularly on vitamin A, iodine, and B complex, thereby increasing the risk of early undernutrition among infants, the PopCom underscored.

For more information about food and nutrition, contact: Dr. Mario V. Capanzana, Director, Food and Nutrition Research Institute, Department of Science and Technology, General Santos Avenue, Bicutan, Taguig City.Email: mvc@ fnri,dost.gov.ph or mar_v_c@yahoo.com; Tel/ Fax: 837-2934, 837-3164, 837-2071 local 2296; or visit our website at : http\\ www.fnri.gov.ph. (Eva A. Goyena/FNRI-DOST S & T Media Service)

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NEW ROTARIANS. DGN Manny Along inducts Atty. Ian Roy Llego and Realtor Al Michael Mendoza as the 70th and 71st members of the Rotary Club of Cagayan de Oro as their sponsors and other members look on Nov. 29, 2012. Photo by Mike Banos

Three-month ‘closed-season’ fishing starts in ZamPen, Sulu ZAMBOANGA City––The Bureau of Fisheries and Aquatic Resources (BFAR) fielded Friday two patrol boats to monitor compliance to a closed season for fishing sardines in the Zamboanga Peninsula and the Sulu Archipelago that began first day of December and will end first day of March 2013.

BFAR executive director Atty Asis Perez said that patrol boats would see to it that no commercial fishing vessels poach sardines, locally called “tamban” for the duration of the three months fishing moratorium to allow the fish enough time to spawn and mature.

Perez clarified that small time fishermen will be allowed to catch tamban because of their small volume of catch, unlike commercial fishing boats that nets the fish by metric tons.

The BFAR has reduced the number of boats deployed during the closed season from 4 units fielded

n Small fishermen would be allowed to fish from Dec. until Feb. 2013

MOST people want to live in urban areas because they think it is where they can find success in life. But urban living can also create problems, including becoming overweight.

Urban living means fast living. People gobble up on fatty food for daily meals.

People are always busy with work and, therefore, don’t have extra time for regular exercise.

People rely on computers and cell phones for faster work and communication.

As a result, they are mostly sedentary (or sitting while working) and lack rigorous physical activity. People often use vehicles for faster transportation, instead of walking, even if the destina-

tion is just a short distance away.

For these reasons, urban living can make you overweight.

Based on the 2008 National Nutrition survey (NNS) by the Food and Nutrition Research Institute of the Department of Science and Technology (FNRI-DOST), the region with the highest prevalence of overweight among adults aged 20 years old and above is the National Capital Region (NCR) or Metro Manila with 32.2 percent.

Overweight and obesity are one of the serious problems of the modern world today. It is the fifth leading risk to global death.

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during last years first implementation of the fishing ban to only two units.

Perez said the bureau has already firmed up relations and working arrangements with other maritime agencies like the Philippine Navy and the Philippine Coastguard to help patrol the seas against sardine poachers.

The Philippine Coastguard also deploy Friday 40 of its personnel, 20 each to the two BFAR vessels to help implement the ban.

Zamboanga Coast Guard Chief Lt. C ommander Eliezar Dalmay said that in addition to its personnel deployed on board BFAR patrol boats, its own Coast Guard vessels would also be on the lookout for commer-

cial fishing boats violating the ban.

The Friday launching of the patrol ships was held at the Naval Station at the Western Mindanao Command at Upper Calarian.

The BFAR boats will patrol the seas non-stop for the duration of the three months closed season for fishing sardines in the region.

The ban on the catching of sardines will affect at least 35,000 workers employed in 11 sardine canneries in Zamboanga, dozens of big fishing fleets, and dozens of dried fish companies in this city.

Perez said the bureau had already set aside some P6 million for short term projects to keep some of the 35,000 displaced workers employed during the three month break.

The ban covers only fishing outside the 30-kilometer municipal fishing grounds.

Small time fisherman can still catch the fish within the municipal fishing zone.

Urban living can make you overweight

orders and twelve types of cancers can develop from being overweight.

Dr. Philip T. James, president of the International Association for the Study of Obesity, reported that the problem of obesity is like climate change. People know there that there is a problem, yet they don’t want to do anything about it.

But can we really do something about it? The answer is yes.

Here are some tips to make urban living healthy: Avoid eating in restaurant buffets or in eat rice-all-youcan fast foods. This setting encourages eating more even if you are already full.

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Once again, we call on the Cagayanons to unite as one people and one city to prepare for any untoward event that may take place in the wake of ‘Typhoon Pablo.’ Let us extend each other’s arms to those who may need help and assistance in whatever capacity.

Let us not panic. Be keen on information that may circulate every now and then.

We know that some groups and individuals would be out to muddle unstable situations.

They will feed information for purposes of political propaganda – not to work for the advantage of the people. These frauds of the earth would issue divisive pronouncements using all forms of media such as the social networking sites. Once again, these groups would exert efforts to deceive the Cagayanons.

Let us stand still. Let us listen only to authorize agencies of the government particularly the city government. The Pag-asa issues latest development of the typhoon.

This information is regularly transmitted to concern government agencies and radio stations for widest dissemination.

We believed that the city government has already designated appropriate evacuation centers. Let us immediately heed toward the center once local authorities ask us to do so. Relief assistance is assured in these duly designated evacuation centers.

For people in Macasandig, the designated evacuation center is in Buena Oro in Upper Aluba. Other evacuation centers are Barangay 40 and barangay Indahag. Personnel from the city’s social welfare department have been deployed in these areas to assist possible evacuees. Evacuees in centers, other than the city designates, could not receive immediate assistance.

Again, Cagayanons should be on guard against individuals and groups of people who might issue contradicting information. These groups are not around to help.

They are here to sow dissension among us.

Cagayanons know who these groups, individuals, and organizations are. Beware of them!

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Thousands parade for the 14th Mindanao Week of Peace By: Michael Vincent D. Cajulao

ZAMBOANGA City - Thousands of individuals from all sectors in the city showed unity for sustainable peace in Mindanao by participating in the parade, Thursday morning, officially kicking off this year’s Mindanao Week of Peace, November 29 to December 5.

This year’s theme is “Journeying toward Sustainable Peace in Mindanao”, fittingly depicting the recent success of the Government of the Philippines and the Moro Islamic Liberation Front (MILF) in coming up with a Framework Agreement.

T h e Inte r- rel i g i ou s Solidarity Movement for Peace (IRSMP), the lead organization of the Week of Peace, expressed joy and fulfilment knowing that its peace building activity for the past 14 years is

finally bearing fruit and has helped both the national government and the MILF to seriously consider peace, thus, the signing of the peace framework last October 15.

Peace Advocate Zamboanga (PAZ) said around 30,000 individuals from the government and private sectors, the academe, and other non-government and civic organizations have signified their support to join the parade.

From its inception in 1997, pioneered by PAZ,

Zamboanga City has registered the biggest numbers of participants with 2009 saw a record-breaking 30,000 participants all marching and calling for sustainable and lasting peace in Mindanao.

Some foreign media members who covered the event were overwhelmed at the people’s response saying it was the longest parade for peace that they saw.

In support of the celebration, Zamboanga City Mayor C elso L obregat issued Executive Order No. CL 483-2012, an Act Declaring the period of November 29 to December 5, 2012 as Mindanao Week of Peace”, and enjoining all sectors within the city to throw all support and participate in all lined activities. (MVC/PIA9ZBST/asf )

Motorcycle ‘theft’ shot By: PO3 Zena Menioria Panaligan BUTUAN City – A motorcycle-riding man was shot by an unidentified assailant, 3:00 o’clock in the morning of November 29, in District Sarabia, Brgy. Tagcatong, Carmen, Agusan del Norte.

Police identified the victim as Manuel Lanta Novo, of legal age, single and a resident of District Barra, Brgy. Poblacion, Magsaysay, Misamis Oriental.

Initial police investigation showed that Novo, together with a certain Erik was onboard a black Honda XRM motorcycle, bearing plate number 6087 KN, heading towards Magsaysay, Misamis Oriental when upon reaching the place, he was shot by the assailant with a calibre 45 pistol.

He was rushed to the Nasipit District Hospital, but was later referred to the Agusan del Norte Provincial Hospital, Butuan City for intensive medical care.

The gunman fled after the incident and remained at large, as of press time.

Recovered from the crime scene were one empty shell of a caliber .45 pistol and the Honda XRM motorcycle.

Also recovered from the motorcycle’s U-box were two fighting cocks, which were allegedly stolen by Novo in Brgy. Culit, Nasipit, Agusan del Norte.

Further investigation disclosed that the motorcycle used by Novo and his companion was earlier

reported to have been stolen in Balingoan, Misamis Oriental.

At about 11:15 same morning, retired SPO4 Ronnie Coronado Bughaw Sr. and PO3 Allan Sambaan Tamayo of the Balingoan Municipal Police Station presented to the Carmen Municipal Police Station the original official receipt and certificate of registration (OR/CR) of the Honda XRM motorcycle in the name of Bove T. Sinatao, son-in-law of Bughaw.

A little later, Salvador Pateño, 65 yrs. old and a resident of Sitio Makasihi, Brgy Camagong, Nasipit, Agusan del Norte claimed the two fighting cocks at said police station.(asf)

FOREST FESTIVAL – Representatives from government line agencies, non-government organizations and the academe are shown here convening in preparation for the upcoming Forest Festival 2013, under the auspices of the Caraga Chamber of Wood Industry. The meeting was held at the Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR) Caraga Conference Room, Butuan City. (Danilo S. Makiling, PIA-Caraga/asf)

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committee notes Coast guard issued warnings Energy Cepalco ‘FM’ application on transport of illegal ‘pyros’ THE Philippine Coast Guard has warned ship passengers and owners against transporting illegal or undocumented firecrackers on board passenger and cargo vessel this coming holiday season.

Rear Admiral Luis Tuason Jr., Coast Guard officer-in-charge and vice commandant for operations, issued the warning as passengers, especially those who are in business, are expected to transport the firecrackers they purchased for sale in the provinces.

“As per shipping regulation, transport of firecrackers should be properly documented and, aside from the business permit of the owners, it should have the approval and permit from the Philippine National Police or PCG K-9 Unit and properly coordinated with the shipping company for proper cargo storage inside the ship,” Tuason said.

He added that the agency also advised firecracker owners that they should inform the Coast Guard Station ahead of the port

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THE City Council Committee On Energy chaired

by Councilor President D. Elipe during its recent where the shipment would be meeting noted the applimade. cation of the Cagayan Tuason also issued guidelines de Oro Electric Power & to all Coast Guard Districts, StaLight Company for approval tions and Detachments to ensure of Force Majeure (FM) the safety and security of maripass through the amount time travelers during the holiday resulting from damage to season. facilities due to typhoon He said that on top of the Sendong in accordance Passenger Assistance Centers to with the rules for setting be set up again in all ports nadistribution wheeling rates. tionwide in December, all Coast The Power learned that Guard units should practice extra CEPALCO applied to the vigilance in ports with random Energy Regulatory Comchecks on passengers and luggage. mission for approval of

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MANAGEMENT Sa Disyembre 15, 2012 sa mga alas 9:00 sa buntag ang tanang butang naremati, isubasta diri sa tagsatagsa, nga buhatan nga ginganlan sa itaas. Tanang Butapg penerenda nga wala malukat hangtud sa Hulyo 2012, maapil sa subasta. Giawhag ang tanang suki sa pagsusi sa ilang resibo.

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2. ML-Villanueva Pob. Villanueva, Misamis Oriental

2. ML-Valencia Branch G. Lavina Ave., Poblacion Valencia City Bukidnon

3. ML-Claveria Pob. Claveria, Misamis Oriental

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THINK a minute.

A wise teacher said: “Marriage is a friendship on fire.”

A couple who had been married over 30 years was telling a younger couple how happy they were.

The older couple said how much fun they were having together, and that their physical passion was hotter than ever!

Besides that, they said they were doing all the things they had wanted to for years. They were traveling together visiting their kids and grandchildren. This older couple took walks and talked together every day.

They were each other’s best and closest friend.

They say love and friendship in marriage should be like wine…it only gets better with age.

I know couples whose love has grown sweeter and more satisfying as their friendship has grown deeper

Think A Minute Jhan Tiafau Hurst and closer. But just as it takes work and care to build a fire, and then to keep it burning, so also a “friendship on fire” takes time, patience, and work.

Sadly, there are many good parents who are often irritated and angry with each other.

They might have friendships with other people, but they have a hard time getting along with each other.

They frequently argue and fight, so they just don’t enjoy close companionship and peace in their life together.

But when your marriage

is built on trust, respect, and open communication, then you can have a very close and satisfying friendship.

Neither the husband nor the wife needs to feel jealous or suspicious of the other.

Best friends understand each other’s strengths and weaknesses, but they still love and accept the whole person, the good with the bad.

So they’re patient with their best friend’s faults.

They also are loyal and protect each other’s reputation with other people.

Friends are honest with each other and talk about

their real feelings, instead of staying angry inside and growing farther apart. They also know how to laugh and have fun together just doing simple, daily things.

Friend, it’s never too late to change and get closer to your wife or husband.

Becoming best friends for life is one of the greatest gifts and successes you’ll ever have! But it takes daily time, listening, forgiving, accepting, and changing by both of you.

Yet your reward and profit is so big and great!

So why not ask Jesus Christ to forgive you for your own wrong attitudes, unforgiveness, and self-centeredness in your marriage?

Ask Jesus to take charge of your heart and help you to start changing. Then each day you can start enjoying a closer, happier friendship on fire with your wife or husband. You won’t regret it!

Just Think a Minute.

Alarmist causes panic and fear

SINCE last week when weathermen disclosed the development of international storm ‘Bopha’ leading toward the Philippine Area of Responsibility (PAR), talks about the storm spread like bush fire. ‘Bopha’ was expected to enter the country Sunday evening but its ballyhooed landfall did not trigger much reaction than the alarmist.

The howler known as ‘Pablo’ on entering PAR would make a landfall Cris Diaz in Hinatuan, Surigao Del Sur this morning. With maximum sustained winds of 175 kph and gustiness of up to 210 kph, the typhoon could be one of the strongest to visit the country this year.

Storm signal No. 1 (30-60 kph winds) is hoisted over Surigao Del Norte, Siargao Island, Dinagat Is., Agusan Del Norte, Agusan del Sur, the rest of Davao Oriental, Davao Del Norte including Samal Island, Compostela Valley, Bukidnon, Misamis Occidental, Misamis Oriental, Camiguin, Lanao Del Norte, Lanao Del Sur, Siquijor, Bohol, Biliran, Camotes Island, Southern Leyte, Leyte, Eastern Samar and Western Samar.

Storm Signal no. 2 was raised in Surigao Del Sur

and the northern part of Davao Oriental. These areas are expected to experience 61 to 100 kilometers per hour (kph) winds within the next 24 hours. However, the typhoon has slightly weakened. It is now moving northwest toward the West Philippines Seas passing through Palawan.

Storm Signal no. 1 is usually hoisted to inform people in areas affected that the impact of winds may cause twigs and branches of small trees to be broken, some banana plants may be downed and roofs of houses of very light materials could be partially damaged. Suspension of all classes in pre-school level in all public and private schools in affected communities is automatic. [deltacomolongapo.multiply.com/.../2/The-meaningof-storm-signals-] In situations like this, there is no need to panic. Composures are necessary otherwise; the most important thing would be set aside. Why run to the mountaintop when these areas are prone to landslides and assistance is far? There are groups of people and individuals who resort to alarming information as a pretense to infuse political intentions. Do not believe them. These people are superficial. These people are a bane to relief efforts.

Listen to reports from authoritative sources.

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RH bill and ‘Pablo:’ coincidence?

LIFE’S INSPIRATIONS: “… In the past God spoke to our ancestors through the prophets at many times and in various ways, but in these last days he has spoken to us by his Son, whom he appointed heir of all things, and through whom also he made the universe…”

(Hebrews 1:1-2, the Holy Bible).

-oooRH BILL AND “PABLO”: COINCIDENCE? Is it a coincidence that on the day Malacanang is meeting with its allies at the Liberal Party to push for the enactment of the Reproductive Health Bill at the House of Representatives and at the Senate, a very powerful storm suddenly enters the Philippines and threatens the lives and possessions

Kakampi mo ang batas Atty. Batas Mauricio of our countrymen with powerful winds, strong rains and floods, landslides and mudflows?

Is there a message somewhere here? Many will say there is no connection between the Malacanang meeting with Liberal Party lawmakers and the onslaught of Typhoon Pablo, touted to be a much stronger storm that the killer “Sendong” a year ago, on December 3, 2012, but then, who makes the rains and the storms?

Simple, it is God and God alone.

In Psalm 135:6-8 of the Bible, this truth is revealed: “The Lord does whatever pleases him, in the heavens and on the earth, in the seas and all their depths. He makes clouds rise from the ends of the earth; he sends lightning with the rain and brings out the wind from his storehouses…”

So the question is: with “Pablo”, is God telling something to Malacanang, the

House of Representatives and the Senate, on the day that they will meet to fast track the approval of the bill which, as far as I can see from its provisions, authorizes abortion even among very young Filipinas?

Is it a coincidence that the storm’s name is taken from Paul, the apostle who wrote almost half of the Bible?

-oooRH BILL STILL AN ABORTION LAW: I have already written my view that, notwithstanding the supposed amendments to the RH bill as announced by Albay Rep. Edcel Lagman, it remains to be a bill that allows abortion. This was what I wrote last October 18, 2012. For the benefit of those who have not read PABLO | page 10

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MisOc PNP plant rubber trees in Tudela By: Rutchie C. Aguhob

TUDELA, Misamis Occidental -- Some 100 members of the Philippine National Police (PNP) from different municipal police stations in Misamis Occidental participated in the tree-planting activities in Barangay Gala, Tudela town, this province, recently.

The activity was an offshot of the resolution passed

by Sangguniang Panlalawigan (SP) Member Lelit Yape of the First District encouraging the PNP and other groups involved in the maintenance of peace and order in the province.

The activity aims to reforest the mountain areas of the barangay which has been greatly denuded and to prevent landslides to occur that threatens the lives of the inhabitants who are mostly Indigenous People (IP) in the area.

As can be recalled that the advocacy of PNP Director General Nicanor Bartolome is for the PNP to plant 10 mil-

lion trees in 10 years, under the “Pulis Makakalikasan: 10 Milyong Puno Pamana sa Kinabukasan.”

P/Sr. Supt. Dennis Lingat Basngi, provincial director, said the activity supports the National Greening Program (NGP) of President Benigno S. Aquino III, through the Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR).

Meanwhile, Board Mem-

ber Yape has thanked the Misamis Occidental PPO for responding to her resolution and hopes that the rubber tree-planting activity can help a lot to the Subanens’ who live in the area.

She also thanked Governor Herminia M. Ramiro, the other SP members headed

by Vice-Governor Henry Oaminal and all the barangay chieftains of the province headed by Virginia Almonte,

President of the Associated Barangay Captains (ABC) of the province for their support.

On the other hand, she asked all those who sacrificed to climb the mountainous area of Gala just to plant the rubber trees, as she also aked all Misamisnons to plant trees even in their own backyards for the protection of the environment. (Jopat D. Nano/ RCAguhob/PIA10-Misamis Occidental/asf)

YOUNG-ADNERT LAUNCHING – Photo shows members of the Youth Operative Urgency Nurturing Goodwill - Agusan del Norte Response Team (YOUNG-ADNERT) during the project launching in Butuan City. Spearheaded by the Provincial Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Council (PDRRMC), the activity was held at the Provincial Training Center, Capitol, Butuan City. (Danilo S. Makiling/PIA-Caraga/asf)

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Sulu holds Mindanao Leaders’ Summit

By AL JACINTO of Mindanao Daily News

SULU province is hosting the first-ever Mindanao Leaders’ Summit and will tackle the Mindanao peace process and the Framework Agreement signed by the Philippine government and the Moro Islamic Liberation Front.

Thousands of Muslims are expected to attend the

summit which would be held today in Patikul town.

The Framework Agreement, which was signed in October, would pave the way for the creation of Bangsamoro region.

The new political entity would replace the Autonomous region in Muslim Mindanao which comprises the provinces of Basilan, Sulu, Tawi-Tawi, Maguindanao, Lanao del Sur and

the cities of Marawi and Lamitan.

A referendum would also be held in other provinces where there are large Muslim communities to ask if residents wanted to be part of the Bangsamoro region.

“Sinusuportahan natin ang peace process ng ating Pangulo kaya nga may summit tayo dito sa Sulu upang ipaalam sa publiko

ang kahalagahan nitong peace talks at ng Framework Agreement. Sinusuportahan namin mga governors sa ARMM ang kapayapaan,” (We are supporting the peace process and that’s why we are holding this summit so our people will know more about the government peace talks with the MILF and the importance of the Framework Agreement.),” said Sulu Gov. Sakur Tan.

The ARMM governors and top government officials, including members of the civil society groups and nongovernmental organizations and peace advocates are expected to attend the summit, according to Dr Amildasa Annil, of the Movement for Sustainable Good Governance.

“This summit is important to all of us and we want the people to understand

the peace process and the Framework Agreement, and other issues pertaining to peace, our future and Mindanao in whole,” he said.

Manila and the MILF continue peace talks in Malaysia - which is brokering the negotiations - and are now centered on power and wealth sharing among other issues. (Mindanao Examiner)

Cebu Pacific Air, CAE inaugurate Philippine academy for aviation training CLARK, Pampanga––Cebu Pacific Air (PSE: CEB), the Philippines’ largest national flag carrier, and CAE (NYSE: CAE; TSX: CAE), world leader in aviation training, yesterday inaugurated their new aviation training center in the Clark Freeport Zone, northwest of the national capital of Manila.

The joint venture, known as the Philippine Academy for Aviation Training, Inc. (PAAT), will initially cater to Airbus A319/320/321 series pilot type-rating training requirements and will

• Capacity to train over 2,500 airline pilots and other aviation professionals annually provide “wet” instructorled type-rating training to CEB’s current and new-hire pilots, and to other aircraft operators of the region.

“PAAT will definitely put

the Philippines on the map when it comes to worldclass, state-of-the-art aviation training,” said Cebu Pacific Air President and CEO Lance Gokongwei.

“This is the first CAE aviation training center in the Philippines, and we are very proud of this joint venture. It will be essential in meeting the training requirements not only of our growing number of aviation professionals at Cebu Pacific Air, but also of other aircraft operators in the region.”

CEB will take delivery of

a total of 50 Airbus A320, A321neo and A330 aircraft until 2021. It is scheduled to launch its long-haul flights in the 3rd quarter of 2013.

“CAE is very pleased to partner with Cebu Pacific Air to offer the highestquality aviation training in the Philippines,” said Jeff Roberts, CAE’s Group President of Civil Simulation Products, Training and Services. “Our global network of training locations provides airlines and other aircraft operators a complete training solution

for their personnel. The PAAT is equipped with the latest simulation and training technology, and the training is delivered by well-qualified, experienced instructors. We are confident that this new facility will enhance aviation safety and operational efficiency in the region.”

The state-of-the-art training center is currently equipped with one Airbus A320 full-flight simulator.

Delivery of a second A320 simulator is planned for 2013, and the facility can ac-

commodate two additional simulators. The center will have the capacity to train over 2,500 pilots annually, as well as other aviation professionals, offering initial, recurrent, conversion and jet indoctrination training to Airbus operators. Training for other aviation personnel such as cabin crew, dispatch, ground handling personnel and cadets is also planned for the future.

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Pablo... from page 6

that column, I am reproducing it once again.

“With due respect to Lagman, I still believe that the so-called `revised version of the Reproductive Health Bill’ he is asking congressmen to debate on when the House of Representatives resumes its session on November 5, 2012 after its All Saints Day break remains to be a bill allowing abortion in the Philippines.

“I checked the bill--House Bill 4244---in the Internet, as well as in media reports detailing his supposed amendments, and the provision granting the husband and the wife, singly or together, and even a young minor who is pregnant, the right to allow the unborn child to be born or not, or to live or die, remains under its Section 4, Definition of Terms.

“Once more, let me quote this part of the proposed law: `Reproductive Health Rights refer to the rights of couples, individuals and women to decide freely and responsibly whether or not to have children; to determine the number, spacing and timing of their children; to make decisions concerning reproduction free of discrimination, coercion and violence; to have relevant information; and to attain the highest condition of sexual and reproductive health…’

-oooIGNORE GOD AND SUFFER THE CONSEQUENCES: The Bible contains a warning, in its many verses, against refusing to listen to God and disobeying His commands. The warning says death and destruction await those who will not listen to God and who will not obey Him.

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One powerful verse about this is Deuteronomy 28:15, in relation to Deuteronomy 28:22-23. The question is, are we to listen to God and obey Him, or are we to ignore him and suffer the consequences?

-oooREACTIONS? Please call me at 0917 984 24 68, 0918 574 0193, 0922 833 43 96. Email: batasmauricio@ yahoo.com

Overweight... from page 3

even when busy. Giving up breakfast does not make you slimmer because it slows down metabolism.

Add more colors to your plate by eating vegetables and fruits. Have a ready vegetable salad in your refrigerator rather than having ready-to-eat cup noodles which are usually high in sodium, fat, artificial flavors and preservatives.

Avoid softdrinks and powdered juice during meals. Just drink lots of water.

When buying food, especially processed and packaged fresh produce, read labels to be aware of ingredients, nutrients, claims and expiry date.

Encourage your workplace to have a regular physical activity for employees.

Plan a weekend exercise with friends at the nearby park, backyard or front lawn.

Popularize a trend, like riding bicycle to work if your location permits you.

When in the workplace, avoid using the telephone to communicate with your co-workers. Walk and talk to them personally. Avoid using the elevator or escalator when not in a hurry or when not bringing heavy things. Use the staircase, instead.

Overweight and obesity do not only threaten the health of those in the

Season of Christmas!!!

By: Aileen F. Enrique Maria Z. Bayya Elementary School West Tacurong District

A day that falls on December A moment we always remember The undertakings that we’ve done Are memories that can never, ever be gone.

All the blessings that we possess It’s all because of His kindness He gave to us His only son A special present to everyone.

We must be kind and patient In celebrating this Advent Forgive and forget all misunderstandings It’s the spirit we all believe in.

What is this special occasion, We’re looking forward on and on?

Of course! It’s the Season of Christmas A remembrance from the birth of Jesus!

urban areas but rural folks as well. Urban dwellers are just more prone to becoming overweight because of their environment.

People in the rural areas or in the provinces are also encouraged to practice healthy living by making healthy food choices and increasing or sustaining physical activities.

Fighting overweight may not be as easy as it requires long-term commitment and a lot of sweat. Before deciding on a weight-loss strategy, make sure you have the heart to do it.

For more information on food and nutrition, contact: Dr. Mario V. Capanzana, Director, Food and Nutrition Research Institute, Department of Science and Technology, General Santos Avenue, Bicutan, Taguig City. E-mail: mcv@fnri. dost.gov.ph, Telefax: 8372934 and 827-3164, or call: 8372071 local 2296 or visit our website: http://www. fnri.dost.gov.ph. (Celina Ann Z. Javier/FNRI-DOST S&T Media Service)

Training... from page 8

modern aircraft fleets in the world. Between 2012 and 2021, Cebu Pacific will take an additional 18 Airbus A320 and 30 Airbus A321neo aircraft. It is slated to begin long-haul services in the 3rd quarter of 2013, with the arrival of 2 Airbus A330-300 aircraft.

About CAE CAE is a global leader in modelling, simulation and training for civil aviation and defence. The company employs close to 8,000 people at more than 100 sites and training locations in approximately 30 countries. CAE offers civil aviation, military, and helicopter training services in more than 45 locations worldwide and trains approximately 100,000 crewmembers yearly. In addition, the CAE Oxford Aviation Academy offers training to aspiring pilot cadets in 11 CAE-operated flight schools. CAE’s business is diversified, ranging from the sale of simulation products to providing comprehensive services such as training and aviation services, integrated enterprise solutions, inservice support and crew sourcing. The company applies simulation expertise and operational experience to help customers enhance safety, improve efficiency, maintain readiness and solve challenging problems. CAE is now leveraging its simulation capabilities in new markets such as healthcare and mining. www.cae.com

commercial aircraft, business aircraft and civil helicopter operators. PAAT is also part of the CAEAirbus Training Cooperation Network.

About Cebu Pacific Air Cebu Pacific Air is the largest carrier in the Philippine air transportation industry, offering its low-cost services to more destinations and routes with higher flight frequency within the from page 1 Philippines than any other R e s i d e nt s ne ar t he airline. It offers over 2,000 Cagayan de Oro River weekly flights to 32 domestic started to pack up their and 20 international desti- belongings––including pets, nations, from six Philippine chickens, and hogs––with hubs. dump trucks provided by CEB currently operates the city government that 10 Airbus A319, 23 Airbus would bring them to nearby A320 and 8 ATR-72 500 evacuation centers. aircraft – one of the most In addition, the city’s

Alert...

MZBES HOLDS MID-YEAR PERFORMANCE ASSESSMENT AND EVALUATION By: Aileen F. Enrique Maria Z. Bayya Elementary School In line with the Division Memorandum No. 48, series of 2012 dated October 17, Conduct of Mid-Year Assessment and Inset, a four day Mid-Year Performance Assessment and Evaluation has been programmed as a compulsory event during the year, while pupils were given assignments and projects to complete during the break.

All teachers in our school participated, some acted as resource speakers, facilitators and demonstrators for the In-Service Training.

The compulsory program aims to orient teachers on the new ranking system, accomplish the Performance Appraisal System for Teachers (PAST) and the Teacher Professional Development Plan (TPDP), conduct demonstration teaching in MTB-MLE, Mathematics, Science and Health, and EPP and to prepare budgeted competencies for Grade Five from First Grading to Fourth Period.

The said activity started with a sharing period, resource speakers, facilitators and demonstration teaching. It ended successfully with a lunch from the Maintenance and Other Operating Expenses (MOOE) and snacks served were sponsored by the resource persons and teacher demonstrators.

The same activities were done on the remaining days.

Monitoring teams from the district came to oversee the MPRE implementation headed by Madam Arlene Rosa G. Arquiza followed by the distribution of certificates of recognition were successfully done to teacher demonstrators, discussants and consultants.

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risk reduction and management council went hire gear as it mobilized some 200 personnel as it activated the headquarters at the city tourism office here.

Engr. Armin Cuenca, head of the city’s risk reduction management council, said that paramedics and the local police were already on standby at the headquarters ground.

He said soldiers from the army’s fourth infantry division had augmented local police force as 31 evacuation centers in the city were readied.

Tr u c k l o a d o f r i c e , canned goods, noodles, kitchen utensils and other relief goods were stockpiled at the city hall’s newly constructed administration building.

At the city’s ground were ambulances, emergency vehicles, rubber boats, and fire trucks.

‘We also have standby generators and search lights.

The city government is on high alert,’ Cuenca told the Mindanao Daily News.

‘The city has identified 31 evacuation centers including the three protocol evacuation centers earlier identified in barangay Indahag, barangay 40, and Buena Oro,’ Cuenca added.

According to Cuenca, personnel from the city’s social service and development, city health, and other related agencies had been deployed to evacuation centers yesterday afternoon.

The evacuation centers would be provided with necessary amenities like

relief, medicines, medical personnel, and security.

‘We make sure that fuel and lamps are provided in these evacuation centers as an alternative in the absence of electricity,’ Cuenca said.

Since last week, the city government is in the thick of preparation repacking rice and relief goods intended for 15,000 people, he said.

The 15,000 people are those who were affected

by Typhoon Sendong last year. They sustained minor damage although their homes were also flooded particularly in some areas in downtown Cagayan de Oro, Cuenca said.

Typhoon Sendong, a storm that struck Cagayan de Oro City a week before Christmas in December last year spawned sudden flash flood – the deadliest that struck this trading in the last 50 years resulting to the death of more than 1,500 people including victims from its neighboring city of Iligan.

City Mayor Vicente Emano admitted that Typhoon Sendong caught them flatfooted as the river swell to its deadliest midnight of December 16, 2012.

‘Our weeks of preparations showed that we can ill-afford that incident to happen again,’ Emano said in radio interviews.

Cuenca said relief goods are only good for 72 hours.

‘We expect the flood (if ever it occurred) to subside within 72 hours. After that, the evacuees could return to their respective homes, he added.

West Tacurong hold its District English Festival Read-A-Thon Contest By: Aileen F. Enrique Maria Z. Bayya Elementary School West Tacurong District In pursuance to DepEd Memorandum No. 166 series of 2012, West Tacurong District conducted the 2012 District English Festival Read-Athon Contest. It aims to determine the best individual and team readers among elementary pupils in public schools. The participants were Grade 3 pupils in Team Reading, Interpretative Reading, and Story Retelling both in English and Filipino.

Pupils from different schools of West Tacurong District gathered together to take part in the District English Festival Read-A-Thon Contest at Maria Z. Bayya Elementary School on November 16, 2012 with the theme “There is hope in reading”.

The winners were as follows: Interpretative Contest:

English Filipino 1st Place New Isabela Central New Isabela Central

Elementary School Elementary School 2nd Place J. Hector Lacson Kalandagan Elementary

Elementary School Schoool 3rd Place Maria Z. Bayya Maria Z. Bayya

Elementary School Elementary School Team Reading:

English

Filipino 1st Place New Isabela Central New Isabela Central

Elementary School Elementary School 2nd Place Maria Z. Bayya Kalandagan Elementary

Elementary School School 3rd Place Kalandagan Elementary Maria Z. Bayya

School Elementary School Story Retelling:

English Filipino 1st Place New Isabela Central J. Hector Lacson

Elementary School Elementary School 2nd Place J. Hector Lacson Kalandagan Elementary

Elementary School School 3rd Place Kalandagan Elementary Maria Z. Bayya

School Elementary School The said event was for the preparation for Division Read-A-Thon contest on November 21, 2012 which was held at Tacurong Pilot Elementary School Gymnasium.

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Antique, Iloilo, Guimaras, Negros Occidental, Negros Oriental, Cebu, Siquijor, Zamboanga provinces, Lanao provinces, Davao del Sur, North Cotabato and Maguindanao are under storm signal #1.

PAGASA said as of 10 a.m. Monday, typhoon Pablo was locate at 550 km Southeast of Hinatuan, Surigao del Sur (6.9°N, 131.4°E) with maximum sustained winds of 175 kph near the center and gustiness of up to 210 kph. Typhoon Pablo was moving west-northwest at 24 kph and is expected to be 30 km east of Hinatuan, Surigao del Sur Tuesday

morning.

By Wednesday morning, it is expected to be 150 km west of Iloilo City.

By Thursday morning, it is expected to be 400 km west of Calapan City, Oriental Mindoro.

PAGASA said Typhoon Pablo may bring rain from 15 to 30 mm per hour (heavy to intense) within its 600km diameter.

It advised residents in low-lying and mountainous areas under storm signals to be alert against possible flash floods and landslides.

Also, it advised those living in coastal areas under storm signals 3 and 2 to be alert against big waves or storm surges.

PAGASA also warned

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R ob er to Nat iv i d ad, PDRRMC coordinator, said all the local disaster response teams were activated and were alerted to closely monitor on a 24hour alert any eventualities that would occur when the heavy rains come.

Classses were suspended in this town at noon yesterday as Ofracila Pearson, principal of San Francisco Pilot Elementary School, has sent text messages to

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parents to fetch home school children who went back to school after lunch.

Nat iv i d a d s ai d t h e PDRRMC operation center was activated and the provincial rescue teams have been on stand by to immediately respond to those who will be affected by floods.

The Agusan del Sur Electric Cooperfative was told to respond to any power interruptions that may took place to areas that would be severely hit by the storm while Department of Public Works and Highways was also advised to alert their field men for clearing operations on fallen trees that may block the roads and the national highway.

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Dengue prevention drive CAGAYAN de Oro City––The Bureau of Jail Management and Penology (BJMP) in Region-10 has initiated “Health and Sanitation Info Drive” to the residents of barangay Lumbia, here.

The information drive was part of BJMP-10’s proactive approach in lessening dengue cases in the barangay where the Regional Office and its largest jail facility are located.

“It is important that we prioritize the health of inmates, sanitation of the jail facility and also that of the surrounding communities,” said Jail Sr. Supt.

Marlon Cornelio Torregue, BJMP-10 Regional Director.

He added, “We make it a point to stress, that as the wet season comes, everyone needs to be vigilant in checking for the presence of stagnant water in the canals, rooftops, potted plants, etc. which could served as a breeding ground for deadly mosquitoes...small steps which could lead us a long way.” jeza mae sarah sanchez

Caraga... and other foodstuffs were ready for distribution, he added. He announced that the P18-million Ca-

lamity Fund was intact and could be used when needed.

Amante said the Fr. Saturnino Urios University gymnasium will serve as center for the whole operation.

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NOTICE OF SALE

NOTICE is hereby given that JUDITH Q. DELOS SANTOS, owner of a parcel of land (Lot No. 905-A, Psd-13-009622, being a portion of Lot No. 905, Pls-1024) situated in Barangay Marcelina, Bayugan, Agusan del Sur, containing an area of 10,000 square meters, more or less, which she inherited from her parents, has sold, ceded, transferred, and conveyed, by way of absolute sale, unto ELVIRA GAMBA JESSUP, married to RANDALL JESSUP, above-described parcel of land together with all improvements thereon, for and in consideration of P200,000.00 under a DEED OF ABSOLUTE SALE, per Doc. No. 906; Page No. 61; Book No. LXXII; Series of 2009 of the Notarial Registry of Rafael V. Ybañez, Notary Public.

NOTICE is hereby given that JUDITH Q. DELOS SANTOS, owner of a parcel of land (Lot No. 905-A, Pls-1024) situated in Barangay Marcelina, Bayugan, Agusan del Sur, covered by Original Certificate of Title No. P-12559 issued by the Registry of Deeds for the Province of Agusan del Sur, containing an area of 57,846 square meters, more or less, has sold, ceded, transferred, and conveyed, by way of absolute sale, unto ELVIRA GAMBA, 3,309 square meters, more or less, portion of above-described parcel of land under a DEED OF ABSOLUTE SALE OF PORTION OF LAND, per Doc. No. 967; Page No. 86; Book No. LXXVII; Series of 2011 of the Notarial Registry of Rafael V. Ybañez, Notary Public.

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NOTICE OF SALE

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NOTICE is hereby given that JUDITH Q. DELOS SANTOS, owner of a parcel of land (Lot No. 905-B, being a portion of Lot No. 905, Pls-1024), situated in Barangay Marcelina, Bayugan, Agusan del Sur, containing an area of 8,400 square meters, more or less, which she inherited from her parents, has sold, ceded, transferred, and conveyed, by way of absolute sale, unto ELVIRA GAMBA JESSUP, married to RANDALL JESSUP, 3,350 square meters, more or less, portion of above-described parcel of land, for and in consideration of P175,000.00 under a DEED OF ABSOLUTE SALE OF PORTION OF LAND, per Doc. No. 966; Page No. 86; Book No. LXXVII; Series of 2011 of the Notarial Registry of Rafael V. Ybañez, Notary Public.

NOTICE is hereby given that JUDITH Q. DELOS SANTOS, owner of a parcel of land (Lot No. 905-B, being a portion of Lot No. 905, Pls-1024) situated in Barangay Marcelina, Bayugan, Agusan del Sur, containing an area of 8,400 square meters, more or less, which she inherited from her parents, has sold, ceded, transferred, and conveyed, by way of absolute sale, unto ELVIRA GAMBA JESSUP, married to RANDALL JESSUP, 3,000 square meters, more or less, portion of above-described parcel of land together with all improvements thereon, for and in consideration of P230,000.00 under a DEED OF ABSOLUTE SALE OF PORTION OF LAND, per Doc. No. 907; Page No. 61; Book No. LXXII; Series of 2009 of the Notarial Registry of Rafael V. Ybañez, Notary Public.

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Retrain police handling cases versus drug users, says judge KIDAPAWAN City––A trial judge in a town in North Cotabato has strongly recommended that police personnel, especially those involved in the campaign against drug trafficking, must undergo retraining.

Judge Laureano Alzate of the Regional Trial Court (RTC) branch 22 in Kabacan town said this would ensure that persons charged of selling or using illegal drugs, like shabu, would be convicted.

Alzate said all of the drug-related cases filed with his sala are dismissed due to the violation of the ‘chain of custody rule.’

The rule, he explained, is on the handling of pieces of evidence by the police that conducted buy-bust raids or search operations against suspected drug couriers or users.

Most of the times, he said, the pieces of evidence presented by the prosecution were either ‘mutilated’ or ‘mocked’.

“Do not mutilate the physical evidences. I suggest the policemen undergo retraining in handling drug arrests so as to help them preserve the integrity of the evidences they would soon present in court,” said Alzate.

The judge admitted that since he assumed the RTC post in Kabacan town he had not convicted a person accused of drug trafficking.

In fact, more than 30

inmates at the Cotabato district jail in Kidapawan City accused of violation of Republic Act 9165 or the Comprehensive Dangerous Drugs Act were released from detention because of technicalities.

This, he said, is despite the many arrests or buybust raids the police had conducted in the past.

The town of Kabacan, the police said, is considered a transshipment point of illegal drugs in Central Mindanao.

In fact, in May this year, the Kabacan Police organized an anti-drug task force to intensify its campaign against drug trafficking in some villages where reports of illegal drugs trading had been very rampant.

The police even suspect that children ages 10 years old and above are also involved in selling prohibited drugs.

A former police officer in Kabacan town, Supt. Raul Supiter, was once quoted as saying that the town of Kabacan has become the transshipment point of illegal drugs coming from Cotabato City and Cagayan de Oro City via Bukidnon province.

CITY ADMINISTRATOR LEON GAN is flanked by Miss Lapasan Demi Dhale Miralles and Miss Lapasan 3rd runner-up Vianncy Marie Ramos during the opening Saturday of the 3rd Dongkoy Basketball Cup at the covered court of Barangay Lapasan in Cagayan de Oro City.

Gan is eyeing a city council seat in the May 2013 elections.Photo by Gerry L. Gorit

Palace declares nat’l govt employees week PRESIDENT Benigno S. Aquino III has enjoined all government offices and agencies to support the 2012 the Nat’l Government Employees Week starting December 2 to 8.

Pursuant to Proclamation No. 1130 (s.

1997), Aquino said the first week of December of every year has

been declared as National Government Employees’ Week.

The proclamation aims to recognize the invaluable services rendered by deserving government employees and to underscore their contribution to nation building.

“For this year’s celebration of the National Government Employees’ Week, the theme is “Government Employees: United in Ensuring Social Protection, Welfare and Economic Development,” the President said.

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BWM MAG Typhoon ‘Bopha’ may enter PAR today TYPHOON (international name) ‘Bopha’ is expected to enter the Philippine Area of Responsibility (PAR) lastnight or early morning today, the state weather bureau said yesterday.

Weather forecaster Jori Loiz however said that even if the typhoon enters PAR, it is still too far to affect any part of the country and would likely be felt starting Tuesday or Wednesday.

Loiz said that as of 2 a.m. Sunday ,typhoon Bopha was located based on satellite and surface data at 1,380 km East of Southern Mindanao (05.8 °N, 138.8 °E) with maximum sustained winds of 175 kph and gustiness of up to 210 kph. It is forecast to move West Northwest at 20 kph.

Once it enters the Philippine territory, Loiz said the typhoon will be locally named “Pablo” – the first in December and the 16th tropical cyclone to enter the country this year.

For the month of December, he said one to two tropical cyclones may still enter the country.

“We are advising residents who may be hit first, including those in coastal areas in Eastern Visayas and Mindanao, to take precautions,” Loiz said.

Bans on ‘Tuna’ fishing in the West Pacific region examined GENERAL Santos City–– Member-countries of the Western and Central Pacific Fisheries Commission (WCPFC) yesterday started reviewing the ongoing ban on tuna fishing in four areas in the high seas in the Western Pacific region during their 9th regular session at the Philippine International Convention Center in Manila.

The five-day meeting would discuss measures to conserve fisheries resources in the western and central Pacific region.

Prof. Glenn Hur r y, WCPFC executive director, said the meeting would also look into possible replacement measures on the ongoing ban on tuna fishing,.

Hurry said the meeting is expected to draw delegates from the Commission’s member countries that also include Australia,

China, Canada, Cook Islands, European Union, Federated States of Micronesia, Fiji, France, Japan, Kiribati, Republic of Korea, Republic of Marshall Islands, Nauru, New Zealand, Niue, Palau, Papua New Guinea, Samoa, Solomon Islands, Chinese Taipei, Tonga, Tuvalu, United States of America, Vanuatu.

The WCPFC also includes participating territories from American Samoa, Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands, French Polynesia, Guam, New Caledonia, Tokelau, Wallis and Futuna.

The Commission also has Belize, Democratic People’s Republic of Korea, Ecuador, El Salvador, Indonesia, Mexico, Senegal, St Kitts and Nevis, Panama, Thailand, and Vietnam as cooperating non-member countries, Hurry said.

In 2008, the 25-coun-

try fisheries commission imposed a limited ban on tuna fishing beginning that year after a steady decline on tuna catch record raised alarms in the highly lucrative and competitive world tuna fishing industry.

The Philippines is a signatory to the Commission.

In 2009, the WCPFC expanded its conservation measure that included a two-year closure of four pockets of high seas in the Pacific Ocean that lie in the path of the highly-migratory tuna and tuna-like species.

The ban took effect the following year but was extended during the belated March 2012 meeting of the Commission.

The WCPFC, however, granted Philippine tuna fishing vessels exclusive privilege to resume fishing in Pocket 1 after a strong lobby from the Philippine

GREENPEACE Ship “Esperanza,” also known as the Ocean Defender Ship, arrives at Manila’s South Harbor Pier 15 on Saturday (Dec. 1, 2012) in time for the Western and Central Pacific Fisheries Commission (WCPFC) Summit the Philippines is hosting from from Dec. 2 to 6. The meeting aims to chart management and conservation measures in the face of fast-declining tuna stocks in waters around Pacific island countries. Photo supplied