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Emergency loans

ACTIVE members and pensioners from nine power crisis-affected Occidental Mindoro towns and those affected by flash floods and landslides in Agusan Del Sur can now avail of emergency loan from Government Service Insurance System (GSIS).

GSIS President and General Manager Wick Veloso on Thursday said a total of 17,010 active members and 1,563 old-age and disability pensioners working or residing in the municipalities of San Jose, Magsaysay, Calintaan, Rizal, Sablayan, Santa Cruz, Mamburao, Paluan and Abra de Ilog, as well as in Prosperidad may apply for the emergency loan until June 21.

“Having the financial means to provide for basic needs amidst a natural disaster is important," he said, saying that the state pension fund is readying over P437.5 million for this purpose.

Maharlika fund

THE bill seeking to establish the Maharlika Investment Fund (MIF) is now awaiting the signature of President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. This comes after the House of Representatives formally adopted the Senate's version of the MIF bill during the plenary session on Wednesday night.

Earlier in the day, House committee on banks and financial intermediaries chair Irwin Tieng said the House contingent to the bicameral conference committee agreed to accept the provisions under Senate Bill 2020.

$176M fishery fund

THE World Bank on Wednesday approved a $176 million fisheries and coastal resiliency project.

In a statement, the World Bank said the Philippine Fisheries and Coastal Resiliency Project (FISHCORE) seeks to improve fisheries management, enhance the value of fisheries production, and elevate incomes in selected coastal communities.

The project is expected to benefit more than 1.5 million fisherfolk, small-to-medium businesses, and residents in coastal communities.

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Gov’t forges pact to push M’nao tourism

ZAMBOANGA City – The Department of Tourism (DOT) forged an agreement here Wednesday with the Department of National Defense (DND) and the Department of the Interior and Local Government (DILG) to boost Mindanao's tourism industry.

DOT Secretary Christina Garcia-Frasco said the signing of a memorandum of agreement (MOA) with the partner government agencies is in line with the vision of President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. to develop Mindanao through tourism. Frasco said Mindanao has many things to offer to tourists, both foreign and domestic, since it is rich in natural resources and cultural heritage. “This (Mindanao) is a land of promise, a land of diversity and rich cultural heritage,” Frasco said in an

7 nabbed, P4.1-M smuggled cigars seized in Zambo City

ZAMBOANGA City –Authorities here have arrested seven suspects and seized some P4.1 million worth of smuggled cigarettes in this southern port city, a top police official said Wednesday. Col. Alexander Lorenzo, Zamboanga City Police Office director, identified the arrested suspects as Atara Sakilan Wahab, 60, motorboat skipper; Jester Ares, 22; Nabil

Abdurasad, 50; Eldisen Ahalil, 29; Omar Mahmor, 24; Mhamor Baddon, 48; and Khay Atara, 19. Lorenzo said the group was blocked with the smuggled shipment around 9:30 p.m. Tuesday near Manalipa, an island village in this city. Operatives of the 2nd Zamboanga City Mobile Force Company (2ZCMFC) together with Bureau of Customs (BOC)

Holistic approach needed to address water woes in Normin

By MIKE BAÑOS Editor-at-Large

DAVAO City — Former Sarangani Governor Miguel Rene Alcantara Dominguez has joined the 60-year-old Alsons Development and Investment Corporation (Alsons Dev) as its new director who will oversee the business strategy and operations of the premier property developer and real estate pioneer in Davao City. Alsons Dev is the real estate

SEIZED CIGARETTES. Authorities arrest seven suspects and seize some P4.1 million worth of smuggled cigarettes near Manalipa Island, Zamboanga City Tuesday (May 30, 2023). The contraband came from Jolo, Sulu, and was bound for Pagadian City, Zamboanga del Sur when intercepted. (Photo courtesy of 2ZCMFC)

personnel were on seaborne patrol when they chanced upon a motorboat marked “Dickies” in the waters off Manalipa. The motorboat, which is manned by a seven-man crew, was found loaded with 119 master cases of assorted cigarettes worth P4.1 million. Lorenzo said the crew failed to present documents of the cigarettes they were transporting from Jolo, Sulu bound for Pagadian City, Zamboanga del Sur. He said the arrested suspects and their contraband were taken to the 2ZCMFC headquarters for inspection and inventory before their turnover to the BOC for proper disposition. The confiscation of smuggled cigarettes Tuesday was the fourth here for this month. On May 5, police and BOC operatives arrested two suspects and seized PHP4.4 million worth of smuggled cigarettes in the waters of coastal Recodo village. On May 10, police arrested a suspect while some P3.9 million worth of smuggled cigarettes were

AN integrated, holistic and multi-sectoral approach is urgently needed to address the increasing water demand in Northern Mindanao.

“For us here in Cagayan de Oro City, we have recognized the magnitude of our challenges with regards to all four aspects of the water security discussion,” said City

Mayor Rolando “Klarex” Uy in his message at the recently concluded Northern Mindanao Integrated Water Security Summit held May 25-26 at the Seven Seas Waterpark & Resort in Opol, Misamis Oriental.

“We recognize that we need to secure and distribute clean potable water for our households and inhabitants... secure our ecosystem to ensure

UNLOADING TUNA. Laborers unload a box of yellow fin tuna from General Santos City at Bankerohan Market, Davao City on Tuesday, May 30, 2023. Mindanews Photo

ELECTRIC TRICYCLE. Electric tricycles are slowly replacing the customized bicycles or trisikad as a means of public transport in Davao City. Mindanews Photo taken May 31, 2023

Samal preps contingency plan to mitigate impact of El Niño

DAVAO City – In response to the imminent threats of the El Niño phenomenon, the island city of Samal in Davao del Norte is crafting a contingency plan to address the adverse effects of the periodic weather condition. In a statement Thursday, Samal City Public Order and Safety Office (CPOSO) chief Rosemarie Garde said one of the city's goal is to ensure sustainable water management in the area in anticipation of the drought. Based on the six-month forecast by the Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration (PAGASA), recent conditions indicate that El Niño may occur from June to August

this year, with an 80 percent probability. PAGASA added that the dry spell may persist until the first quarter of 2024. Garde said the city's drought contingency plan is being crafted based on the presumable worst-case scenario that could occur on the island, recognizing the need for proactive action in the face of climate change and increasing water scarcity. “The plan formulation involves extensive consultation with environmental experts and a collaborative effort involving the participation of local and national government, stakeholders, water management, community organizations, and residents,” she said. Garde said the plan

primarily aims to protect water service providers, address the pressing challenges posed by drought conditions and ensure a long-term water supply for the entire island. “This is a comprehensive strategy that includes innovative measures and a collaborative approach to reducing the impact of droughts and securing water supplies for communities and industries alike,” she said. The plan also entails strategies and measures that will be implemented in stages such as water conservation and efficiency; diversification of water sources; improved infrastructure and storage capacity; public awareness and education; emergency

Conflict-affected IP village ventures into vegetable farming

BUTUAN City – The local government of Cabadbaran City and the Technical Education and Skills Development Authority in Agusan del Norte (TESDAADN) have joined hands to work with an Indigenous

People (IP) community to develop a highland vegetable farming venture. Cabadbaran agriculturist Maria Arceli Soria said Thursday the highland vegetable technology demonstration project aims to help the Mamanwa IPs of Sitio

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Zone 8 Bulua diversion Road, Cagayan de Oro City

Sumohay in Barangay Mahaba develop their ancestral land for vegetable production. The sitio is among the conflictaffected communities in Cabadbaran City due to communist insurgency. “An initial 9,000-square meter area has been developed with a separate nursery site which will be devoted for the planting of various highland vegetables, including carrots,

EXTRA-JUDICIAL SETTLEMENT OF ESTATE WITH DEED OF ABSOLUTE SALE

Notice is hereby given that the late MACARIO MAGDALE and MENARDA M. MAGDALE who died intestate on January 18, 1986 and July 29, 2016 respectively in Quibonbon, El Salvador City, Misamis Oriental; That to the best of our knowledge and information the deceased left no will and no known debts which remain unpaid whatsoever; That the deceased at the time of his death left certain real properties in Quibonbon, El Salvador, Misamis Oriental, and more particularly described as follows, to wit: OCT no. P-1263 of the Registry of Deeds of Misamis Oriental, a parcel of land (Lot No. 11703, Cad-237) situated in Quibonbon, El Salvador City, Misamis Oriental, Philippines. Containing an area of 4,395 square meters is the subject of EXTRA-JUDICIAL SETTLEMENT OF ESTATE WITH DEED OF ABSOLUTE SALE. That no personal properties are involved in their extra-judicial settlement; That We, Heirs of MACARIO OMPOC MAGDALE and MENARDA MAGLANGIT MAGDALE namely: MATIAS M. MAGDALE (Deceased) represented by Mackly Magdale –of legal age, Filipino, single and a resident of Quibonbon, El Salvador, Misamis Oriental; EVELYN M. CONDE (Deceased) represented by Jerelyn B. Medalla – of legal age, Filipino, married and a resident of Silver Creek Subd., Carmen, Cagayan de Oro City; MELANIO M. MAGDALE (Deceased) represented by Melanie Q. Magdale - of legal age, Filipino, single and a resident of Zone 4, Quibonbon, El Salvador, Misamis Oriental; MARCELINA M. PALANGPANGAN - of legal age, Filipino, married to Jimmy Palangpangan and a resident of Zone 4, Quibonbon, El Salvador, Misamis Oriental; and MARTILLANO M. MAGDALE- of legal age, Filipino, single and a resident of Zone 2, Casa, Cugman, Cagayan de Oro City hereinafter referred to as the HEIRSVENDORS, and GEROMIE SOCAYRE SANG-AN, of legal age, single, Filipino and a resident of B29, L41 NHA Phase 2, Kauswagan, Cagayan de Oro City, represented by MARIA FE S. GRUESO as per attached SPA hereinafter referred to as the VENDEE, after being duly sworn to in accordance with law, hereby, that for and in consideration of the sum of EIGHT HUNDRED FIFTY THOUSAND (P850,000.00) PESOS ONLY, Philippine Currency, receipt is hereby acknowledged from the Vendee, in full and entire satisfaction of the Heirs-Vendors, we hereby CEDE, SELL, TRANSFER and CONVEY as by these presents, do hereby CEDED, SOLD, TRANSFERRED and CONVEYED the portion of above-described parcel of land, and more particularly described as follows, to wit: A PARCEL OF LAND (Lot No. 11703, Cad 237 situated in Quibonbon, El Salvador City, Misamis Oriental, Island of Mindanao covered by OCT NO. P-1263. Containing an area of FOUR THOUSAND THREE HUNDRED NINETY FIVE (4,395) square meters, more or less, delineated by a competent surveyor unto and in favor to the aforementioned Vendee, her heirs, assigns, and successor-in-interest, free from all liens and encumbrances, whatsoever as per Doc. No. 263; Page No. 53; Book No. 107; Series of 2021. Under the Notarial Registry of ATTY. EDDIE C. CUARESMA.

NEDA chief: Maharlika fund unlikely to increase debt

THE Maharlika Investment Fund (MIF) is not expected to raise the national debt, National Economic and Development Authority (NEDA) Secretary

Arsenio Balisacan said on Wednesday.

"I don't think (debt will spike). The (capitalization is) just small, P500 billion, that's not really... Besides there's going to be strategic areas that are also profitable, they will be investing

those in profitable areas, projects," Balisacan said on the sidelines of the GermanPhilippine Chamber of Commerce and Industry, Inc. luncheon forum.

Senate Bill 2020 or the MIF bill, which seeks to establish the Maharlika Investment Corp. as the sole vehicle for mobilizing and utilizing MIF for investments, was approved by the Senate on Wednesday.

The MIF shall have an

authorized capital stock of P500 billion, with common shares of P3.75 billion, to be subscribed by the national government, its agencies, or instrumentalities, including government-owned and -controlled corporations (GOCCs) or government financial institutions (GFIs).

The Social Security System, Government Service Insurance System, Philippine Health Insurance

Corp. (PhilHealth), Home Development Mutual Fund or Pag-IBIG Fund, Overseas Workers Welfare Administration, and the Philippine Veterans Affairs Office, however, will not be included.

Those opposing the bill earlier expressed concern that the MIF might further increase the country's debt.

"The changes in the bill were supposed to address the concern to ensure that

Recent study shows Filipinos’ cashless payments increasing

FILIPINOS are becoming less reliant on cash amid the growth of cashless payments in the country, latest Visa’s Consumer Payment Attitudes Study in the Philippines indicated.

In a media briefing in Makati City Thursday, Visa Country Manager for the Philippines and Guam Jeffrey Navarro said 50 percent of consumers carried less cash in 2022 as more of them use cashless payments such as cards, mobile wallets and quick response (QR) payment.

According to the Visa study, 6.4 out of 10 purchases were made through cash

payment last year, which was lower than the 7.8 out of 10 purchases in 2021.

“Those carrying less cash said it’s because of the availability of cashless payments in the market. They’ve already embraced it. The second point is in the area of safety and security so they cannot be robbed. They feel safer that they are not using actual cash, but in digital form,” Navarro said.

He said 82 percent of Filipino consumers attempted to go cashless in 2022.

About 22 percent of the respondents succeeded to

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Masterson Ave., Upper Carmen, Cagayan de Oro City

Email address: racco10@nacc.gov.ph

IN RE: PETITION FOR ADOPTION OF DOMESTIC ADMIN. ADOPTION CASE NO:

SHELGIN SOPHIEL S. SALVADOR TO BE RACCO X-DAA-2023-0013-Rel-008

KNOWN THEREAFTER AS SHELGIN

SOPHIEL S. SALVADOR

ERNANIE AND SESAME BANDA Petitioner

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go cashless for a day in 2022, while 40 percent went cashless for a few days. These numbers were higher compared to 2021, he said.

“The preference and usage of cash is still very strong, but what we are seeing over the years, cashless-behavior payment is really on the rise and it’s gaining momentum,” he added.

However, other Southeast Asian countries have embraced cashless payments faster than the Philippines.

In terms of QR usage, Cambodia is leading the region, followed by

Indonesia, Vietnam, Malaysia, Thailand and the Philippines. Singapore is leading in cardless payment, followed by Malaysia, Vietnam, Indonesia and the Philippines.

The Philippines is one of the leading countries in the region in terms of mobile wallet usage, only behind Indonesia.

Meanwhile, among the challenges of Filipinos on going cashless include internet connectivity, acceptance of cashless payments in the point of sales and fraud. (PNA)

Sur Municipality of Poona Bayabao -oOoNOTICE TO THE PUBLIC May 23, 2023

Petition No. CCE – 2023-003

there are enough controls there," Balisacan said.

Data from the Bureau of Treasury showed that the country's outstanding debt reached P13.91 trillion as of end-April this year. Of the total debt stock, 32 percent was sourced externally while 68 percent were domestic borrowings.

"We have mediumterm fiscal framework... to address the issue on debt, deficits, macroeconomy, the economy so I’m not too worried," he said.

Meanwhile, Balisacan said he respects the Senate's changes in the proposed bill.

He also expressed confidence that the Senate version would be able to address accountability

issues.

"They have put in many additional provisions that addresses these issues, I haven’t seen the bicam(eral), that joint version. They would have to reconcile the Senate and House version, we’ll see. Many changes have been introduced, those changes were meant to address the issues, including accountability issues," Balisacan said.

"The fact that it is now passed, I think, strengthens our platforms for investment because we, the economic team, has been saying we need to augment, complement the platforms that we have in engaging with the private sector, expanding investments in strategic areas." (PNA)

Publication Notice R.A. 10172 Republic of the Philippines Local civil Registry Office Province of Misamis Oriental MUNICIPALITY OF LAGONGLONG -o0o-

NOTICE TO THE PUBLIC

CCE 0023 - 2023

CFN 0002 - 2023

Date_May 17, 2023

In compliance with the publication requirement and pursuant to OCRG Memoramdum Circular No. __Guidelines in the Implementation of the Administrative Order No. 1 s. 2012 (IRR on R.A. 10172), Notice is hereby served to the public that JESSA MAE L. ARAZO-BRAGA has filed with this Office, a Petition for Change of First Name from "JESCANAE" to "JESSA MAE" and Correction of Entry in Sex from "Male" to "Female" or Correction of Entry in the Date of Birth from n.a. to n.a. Certificate of Live Birth of ALFIE LINGATON YAZAR at Lagonglong, Misamis Oriental and whose parents are ALDRICH D. YAZAR and MA. FE LINGATON. Any person adversely affected by the said petition may file his written opposition with this Office not later than fifteen (15) days after the initial publication would have been made.

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By Donah Rae P. Verula IT Faculty, College of Information Sciences and Computing Central Mindanao University

DATE: May 15, 2023

A verified petition for the adoption of SHELGIN SOPHIEL S. SALVADOR filed by the petitioners through the Regional Alternative Child Care Office (RACCO) praying that the after due notice, publication and appearances, a judgement be rendered to the effect that the minor SHELGIN SOPHIEL S. SALVADOR be declared for all legal intents and purposes the legitimate child of the petitioners and that the name of the child be change particularly to appear as SHELGIN SOPHIEL S. SALVADOR.

Finding the said Petition to be sufficient in form and substance, let the same be set for Mandatory Appearance on June 6, 2023, 10:00 am to be held at RACCO X, Masterson Ave., Upper Carmen, Cagayan de Oro City. Any interested party may appear and may file an opposite/complaint supported by evidence to the National Authority for Child Care (NACC), through the RACCO where the Petition was filed. The complaint will be subjected for verification and further investigation.

Let a copy of this Order be published at the expense of the Petitioners once a week for three (3) successive weeks in a newspaper of general circulation pursuant to Section 31 of R.A. No. 11642 or the Domestic Administrative Adoption and Alternative Child Care Act.

In Compliance with the publication requirement and pursuant to OCRG Memorandum Circular No. 2013-1 Guidelines in implementation of the Administration Order No. 1 Series of 2012 (IRR on R.A 10172), Notice is hereby served to the public that HANAN ACMAD CAMAL Has filed with this office, a petition for change of correction of entry in sex from “Male” to “Female” in the certificate of live birth of HANAN ACMAD CAMAL at GATA, POONABAYABO LANAO DEL SUR and whose parents are SAADIA SALEM ACMAD and CAMAL PIMBITIKAN ARIMAO.

Any person adversely affected by said petition may file his written opposition with this office not later than June 08, 2023.

(SGD) TARHATA M. LANGILAO Municipal Civil Registrar

According to National Geographic, a geographic information system (GIS) is a computer system for capturing, storing, checking, and displaying data related to positions on Earth’s surface. Best example of this system is the very popular Google Map.

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This feature of Google allows netizens to view places in graphic or actual form. This application is very much useful especially when traveling. It helps through navigating directions, locating shops or supermarkets, estimating distance, and more.

This GIS has transformed many industries such as Food and Lifestyle. Check Grab Cars, Grab Food, Foodpanda, Streetby and others, ordering and locating are caused by GIS. Same way to logistics, Maxim and Toktok Delivery are best examples of this. When you check the application while the transaction is progressing, you can monitor where the rider is and how is he doing

while delivering your item. This is GIS working on the application.

These attributes of GIS are supportive of individuals and organizations participating in Urban Planning. Urban Planning involves developing and designing urban areas in a way that could meet the needs of society. Clear Point Strategy website expanded Urban Planning as something that draws number of disciplines from architecture, engineering, economics to finance. For one, GIS allows Urban Planners to know the capacity, capabilities and dynamics of a certain place. It assists studies and researches, in this way people can implement projects quickly and efficiently. In return, communities needs were addressed in a short span of time.

What amazes me until now, as an observer of GIS, is it keeps improving. I am looking forward to many developments it will bring not just in Urban Planning but also in many other fields.

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Successful Business Plan (Part 2)

Think a minute . . . ”The reason some people are successful is that they put their plan and work together for a plan that works.”

Yesterday we started a plan for success both in our job and career, as well as in our personal life, so today we will complete the course.

Rule number three: Be productive. This means we learn to use our time and talents efficiently and effectively to produce something others think is worth having. It may be a good product or service or both. But to do this we must maintain our high standard of quality in our work. The world-famous musician Paderewski said: “When I miss a week of practice, my audience knows it. When I miss a day, I know it.”

This takes daily discipline and commitment to improving ourselves and our service to others. We must keep sharpening our skills, learning to use new and better technology, even learning from our competitors. Remember: “The enemy of the best is second best.” “Good enough” rarely is!

This leads to rule number four: Be motivated by a passion and purpose that gets you up every morning. “Fire in your heart will melt the lead in your feet.”

Without this desire and drive, your best plans will never happen.

There is a deep satisfaction that only comes from knowing you are fully using your abilities and

Liberating humanity from collective insanity is the urgent call of the times otherwise the earth’s 6th extinction will come of age after the 5th extinction which happened some 63 million years ago when asteroids hit the earth that had erased Dinosaurs from the face of the earth. The species known as the homo sapiens has been described as the most flawed of all of God’s creation, having killed not only fellow human beings at the tune of some 150 million in the 20th century alone out of two world wars but the homo sapiens has put to extinction billions of megadiversity and now causing the extinction of the earth itself. The awakening time has come. Let us now know who truly we are, not just form (body) but consciousness (spirit).

As consciousness, we must pay homage to Gaia (Mother Earth) that sustains life yet, has been abused no end, its forests raped, its biodiversity massacred, its agricultural lands poisoned by toxic chemicals, its rivers dryingup, its sea polluted and its ozone layer depleted.

We are now in the 23nd year of the 21st century but we are not so certain anymore if we can reach the 22nd as the earth warms, sea level rising and climate change has set the doomsday clock to just “one minute before midnight.” We must now contend with impending ecological disasters – earthquakes, tsunamis, super typhoons, drought and floods – which are becoming horrible and fatal. Indeed, there is no free meal in nature. After sacrificing Mother Earth to the altar of greed and profit because of the development paradigm called Neo-Liberal Capitalism also known as Corporate Globalization which is anchored on the growth-atall-cost development strategy, nature is now taking its vengeance.

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training to become the best you can be.

Yet, even if we did all this, we still need a purpose bigger than just our own personal desires and dreams. Something that is truly worth giving our life and time to. This brings us back to where we started: you find success and happiness as you help others find it. That is the greatest success a human can achieve, because it is the true, satisfying success our Maker designed us to have.

Remember, when we know that God Himself is with us, we cannot lose, since He works everything together for good when we live for Him and His purpose. Won’t you ask Jesus to forgive you for living your wrong way and to take charge of your life every day? Then, He can help you start living His plan and principles for your success in this great business called life. Just think a minute . .

of ecological base that must feed, cloth and house the exponentially growing population. The 10,000 or so earth’s inhabitants had grown to 3.3 billion in 1900 after one hundred thousand years but that 3.3 billion has more than doubled to 7 billion today, after only 120 years. By 2050, there will be some 9.3 billion people on earth, according to UN demographers, which is only 28 years from now.

The tremendous increase in world’s population cannot be matched by food production. On the contrary, food production is decreasing because, according to wellknown scientists, for every one-degree Celsius increase in the earth’s temperature, there will be a corresponding 10% decrease in yield of wheat, corn and rice. One billion people on earth are hungry, mostly Asians. The impending occurrence of famine is now predicted as the Himalayan glaciers are melting in addition to the daily melting of one thousand hectares of the 386-meter-high glaciers in the Arctic and the Antarctic. As an adverse consequence, it is feared that the Mekong Delta that irrigates millions of hectares of rice lands in India, China, Vietnam, Lao and Cambodia will dry-up and will instead be inundated by the rising salty water.

to be aware, more so, locally. The Philippines has long lost its ecological integrity. In fact, we are now facing ecological crisis that unless soon averted will lead to societal collapse.

The Philippines, according to the United Nations’ Risk Disaster Index is the 4th country in the world worst hit by Climate Change. Our accelerating drive towards ecological disasters is further aggravated by the destruction

If you say that something is questionable, you mean that it is not completely honest, reasonable, or acceptable. This has been a challenging time for us all. Compare. thought-provoking... .

No, I am not talking about political matters. Most of my fellow columnists are doing it already. More than enough. I'm talking about times of darkness. Times, where the whole world seems to be against you and me. No, I am not talking about corruption. That's already too much. That's what many people, who believe and trust in a new beginning, are talking about.

Allow me to become very personal. I remember difficult, problematic and questionable times in my life

When this happens, some 30 million Filipinos will go hungry as we are importing 2.5 million metric tons of rice annually from these countries. The 106 million Filipinos need some 15 million metric tons of rice every year. We can only provide some 10 million metric tons, the balance of which we import. I believe it is time to make our country self-reliant on food. It is paradoxical that while we are feeding the world with all kinds of fruits and cash crops, we must import basic staples for our hungry people such as rice and milk. This is because it is the giant agri-business corporations that own our agriculture, not the farming communities.

While we must be conscious of the state of the environment globally, it is imperative for us

and surroundings, where I almost lost all my strength to get down to work on those problems. Life's path became narrow. Fears grow: it's enough, it's enough! I am talking about personal matters. But, I also observe my people around me. We are all, yes, please count me in, we are all starting to become awkward and jerky. I am reluctant against the good ideas othes. I felt driven into a corner. Everything seems to have become a problem. Our voices bellow and our groans are becoming louder and louder.

Creating the life you want and dealing with uncertainty is not an overnight event. It’s in the little things. It’s having a vision. It’s making it compelling. It’s seeing it

After losing the 17 million hectares of dipterocarp forest in just a century, there is no way in stopping the rampaging water that wreaks havoc whatever it finds in its path, be life, limb or properties. Even here in Cagayan de Oro, we have witnessed the destruction of our ecosystems with utter disregard for nature and the welfare of the future generations which has rendered the city very much vulnerable to ecological disasters. Remember what happened when Typhoon Sendong hit Cagayan de Oro on Dec 17, 2011. In just one night of flooding, some 3,000 died in cities of Cagayan de Oro and Iligan and some 11,000 families were rendered homeless. Those who died were the poor families living in the vulnerable areas while the rich and powerful loggers who were the culprits were well ensconced in their mansions. Yes, pobre lang po sila pero mga anak din po sila ng Diyos! Many of the pitiful victims were children. Satellite map had shown that from 37,000 hectares of forest cover 50 years ago in the uplands of Cagayan de Oro, we barely have a thousand hectares of remaining forest. From the sixties to the nineties, logging has continued without let-up, perpetuated by those whose insatiable greed had created a strong cabal of vested interest with connivance from the very people who are tasked to protect the environment. Massive nonstop illegal logging operations had been done for more than four decades by powerful six logging companies namely, Vicmar, TIPI, Remedios Fortich & Sons, Roa & Sons, Dacudao, Valderama & Sons which were supported by wellarmed guards especially by another illegal logger named the late 2nd Lt. Modesto Elezare. The DENR should be asked why these logging companies did not comply with

and feeling it with absolute emotion. It’s caring about other people. It’s calling to say “I love you” for no reason. It’s about taking every opportunity to connect. To be playful. To honor and cherish your loved ones.

In my personal case, I suddenly experienced how God put me into life's "reconversion plant" and freshened me up: little but meaningful AND important cares suddenly happened. After a hot day and a refreshing thunderstorm we might be able to enjoy the following day and night. The person, who insulted us, apologized suddenly; the illness wiped out.

"You prepare a banquet for me, where all my enemies

the provision as stated in the Timber License Agreements (TLAs) on the imperative responsibility of massive replanting to replace tree in the logged areas? Furthermore, the DENR should explain why logging operations took place in the prohibited zones, i.e., no logging in forestall areas with an altitude of more than 1,000 meters above sea level. The Mt. Kalatungan & Mt. Kitanglad Ranges have an altitude of more than 2,600 meters above sea level, BAKIT NAUBOS ANG KAKAHUYAN DOON? Also, no logging in sloppy areas with more 50% gradient and the finest of trees are well protected, i.e., Red Lauan, Narra, Mahogany, & Almacega. Ubos na rin lahat because these finest of trees command higher price in the world market. In fact, in the hinterlands of Bukidnon, these loggers have put-up sawmills amidst the oozing forest areas and no one can enter as these were well-guarded by the loggers with high powered guns. DENR PLEASE EXPLAIN WHAT DID YOU DO TO IMPLEMENT THE RULE OF LAW. Don’t you know that these loggers did not just violate environmental laws but they have caused the death of thousands as what happened when rampaging waters hit the cities of Cagayan de Oro & Iligan due to Typhoon Sendong. These loggers are therefore guilty of indirect murder of thousands of people!! His Excellency, PRESBBM, we hope that due investigation be done on why the rule of law was blatantly violated which was replaced by the rule of the guns, money and power!

can see me!" (Psalm 23:5).

I am glad. I really don't know about more and new spitefulness through my next "enemy on duty" in the near future. I don't even want to know it. I learned that negativism blocks life and its plans.

Sad to say, but many people are not in the mood to follow Christ's advice...!

Energy company eyes Jap market expansion

INTEGRATED energy company

Semirara Mining and Power Corp. (SMPC) is set to make its second trial shipment to Japan this June in a bid to reduce its dependency on the Chinese market.

The company will export 50,000 metric tons (MT) of Semirara coal to Shikoku Electric Power Corp. for its

700-megawatt coal-fired ultrasupercritical power station.

“China is still our main foreign buyer but with their industrial output growing slower than expected, we want to develop other Asian markets like Japan,” SMPC president and chief operating officer Maria Cristina Gotianun said in a statement on Thursday.

From January to March, Semirara coal shipments to China plunged by 50 percent from 2.2 million MT to 1.1 million MT, accounting for 72 percent of exports.

South Korea was a steady market at 300,000 MT, representing one-fifth of export sales. The rest of the exports went to Japan (5 percent) and

PH manufacturing index improves in May

THE condition of the country’s manufacturing sector improved in May 2023 to 52.2 from an index of 51.4 in April, the S&P Global manufacturing purchasing managers’ index (PMI) reported Thursday.

S&P Global said the stronger manufacturing score in May is driven by faster expansions in both factory orders and manufacturing output, while suppliers’ delivery time improved for the first time since July 2019.

“Companies reported that improved logistics routes

helped shorten delivery times,”

S&P Global economist Maryam Baluch said in a statement.

S&P Global also observed that demand from foreign markets improved last month, with export volume in May posting solid growth.

The hiring activities of producers also rose for the first time since January this year.

“The sustained uptick in new orders resulted in a turnaround in manufacturing employment. Businesses expanded their hiring activity

Republic of the Philippines SUPREME COURT REGIONAL TRIAL COURT 10th Judicial Region OFFICE OF THE CLERK OF COURT Cagayan de Oro City

Brunei (3 percent).

SMPC first made a trial shipment to Japan in January this year, selling 78,410 MT of mid-grade coal to J-Power, a utility company that operates coal, hydroelectric, wind, and geothermal power stations.

“For 2023, we are targeting to export around 30 percent of our full-year sales target of 15 to 16 million MT,” Gotianun added.

In the first quarter, standalone coal revenues sank by 40 percent from P25.7 billion to P15.5 billion mainly due to the high base effect of record

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for the first time in four months, and the strongest pace since October last year,” the S&P Global survey added.

In terms of prices, S&P Global’s report noted that price increases in inputs continue to solidify in May 2023, with pressures mostly coming from higher costs of energy, as well as raw materials and suppliers.

“While the latest data did signal a re-intensification of price pressures in May, rates of inflation were weaker than their historical averages,”

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BDO UNIBANK, INC., formerly EJF FILE No.: 2023-1331 BANCO DE ORO UNIBANK, INC., Mortgagee, -versus-

For: SPS. JENNY C. ABAYON AND EXTRA JUDICIAL REGIE L. ABAYON, FORECLOSURE OF REAL Debtors/Mortgagors. ESTATE MORTGAGE X----------------------------------------------------/

SHERIFF’S NOTICE OF SALE

Upon Extra-Judicial Petition for Sale under Act 3135 as amended, filed by BDO UNIBANK, INC. formerly BANCO DE ORO UNIBANK, INC., Mortgagee, with office address at BDO Towers Valero, formerly Citibank Tower, 8741 Paseo de Roxas, Makati City 1226, Metro Manila, against SPS. JENNY C. ABAYON AND REGIE L. ABAYON, Debtors/Mortgagors, with postal address/es at Block 23, Lot 45, Lessandra Heights, Grand Europa, Lumbia, Cagayan de Oro City, Misamis Oriental and Purok Guimbaloron, Brgy. Dagumbaan, Talakag, Bukidnon to satisfy the mortgage indebtedness which as of February 28, 2023, amounted to TWO MILLION FOUR HUNDRED SIXTY SEVEN THOUSAND FOUR HUNDRED SIXTY-SIX PESOS and 96/100

(2,467,466.96) Philippine Currency, inclusive of interest, penalties, and expenses incidental thereto, the undersigned Sheriff will sell at public auction on June 8, 2023, at 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. at the Regional Trial Court, Office of the Clerk of Court, Hall of Justice, Goldridge Building, Masterson Avenue, cor. P.N. Roa Sr. Ave., Upper Carmen, Cagayan de Oro City, to the highest bidder for CASH and in Philippine Currency, the following property described below including all existing improvements found thereon, to wit:

production, shipments, and selling prices.

Standalone reported net income slumped by 51 percent from P14.2 billion to P7 billion on topline weakness and a slower decline in cash costs. (PNA)

EXTRAJUDICIAL SETTLEMENT OF ESTATE AMONG HEIRS

Notice is hereby given that on 28th day of November 2016, ROQUE CABINGAS

EDOROT died intestate in Cagayan de Oro City, Philippines, leaving certain parcels of property, more particularly described as follows:

A. Tax Declaration No. G-132733 “A residential building erected at Lot No. 094, Block No. 12, located at Balulang, Cagayan de Oro City declared in the name of Roque

C. Edorot.” B. Tax Declaration No.

G-241026 (Certificate of Title No.

EXTRAJUDICIAL SETTLEMENT OF ESTATE

AMONG HEIRS WITH WAIVER OF RIGHTS

All sealed bids must be submitted to the undersigned on the above-stated time and date. In the event auction sale cannot take place on June 8, 2023 for whatever legal reason, the same will proceed on June 9, 2023, without further notice, posting and publication.

Prospective buyers may investigate for themselves the title herein above described property and encumbrance thereon, if any there be.

Cagayan de Oro City, May 8, 2023

FOR THE EX-OFFICIO PROVINCIAL SHERIFF

Notice is hereby given that Edgar Linaac Pimentel, who died intestate, on 01 December 2019, left parcels of land situated in Cagayan de Oro City under Transfer Certificate of Title (TCT) No. T-39832; TCT No. T-201079; TCT No. T-201080; TCT No. T-201081; TCT No. T-201082; TCT No. T-201083; TCT No. T-201084;

No. 137-2010000545;

1372010000551; TCT No. 137-2010000552; TCT No. 137-2010000553; TCT No. 1372010000554; TCT No. 137-2010000555;

TCT No. 137-2010000556; TCT No. 1372010000557; TCT No. 137-2010000558;

TCT No. 137-2010000559; TCT No. 1372010000560; TCT No. 137-2010000561;

TCT No. 137-2010000562; TCT No. 1372010000563; TCT No. 137-2010000564;

TCT No. 137-2010000565; TCT No. 1372010000566; TCT No. 137-2010000567;

TCT No. 137-2010000568; TCT No. 1372010000569; TCT No. 137-2010000570;

TCT No. 137-2010000571; TCT No. 1372010000572; TCT No. 137-2010000573;

TCT No. 137-2010000574; TCT No. 1372010000575; TCT No. 137-2010000576;

TCT No. 137-201000577; TCT No. 137-2010000578 have been the subject of Extrajudicial Settlement by the heirs of the deceased made and executed before Notary Public Atty. Sulpicio Henry III E. Gasping under Notary Doc. No. 145; Page No. 29; Book No. 1, Series of 2023.

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137-2011003324) “A parcel of land known as Cadastral Lot 6102 C-4, Assessor’s Lot No. 349, Block No. 03, located at Bulua, Cagayan de Oro City. Containing an area of Five Hundred Twelve (512) square meters. Declared in the name of Roque C. Edorot.” C. Tax Declaration No. G-132732 (Certificate of Title No. T-90168) “A parcel of land known as Cadastral Lot 3047 C-5, Assessor’s Lot No. 094, Block No. 12, located at Balulang, Cagayan de Oro City. Containing an area of One Hundred Thirty (130) square meters are the subject of EXTRAJUDICIAL SETTLEMENT OF ESTATE AMONG HEIRS. Made and entered into by and between the Heirs of ROQUE CABINGAS EDOROT, of Xavier Heights Subdivision, Balulang, Cagayan de Oro City; 1. TRACY MAE M. EDOROT, of legal age, single, Filipino citizen and with residence and postal address at Lower Jasaan, Jasaan, Misamis Oriental;

2. ANNABELLE M. EDOROT, of legal, widow, Filipino citizen and with residence and postal address at Lower Jasaan, Jasaan, Misamis Oriental; Hereinafter referred to as Heirs; WHEREAS, the parties hereto are the sole and only heirs of the decedent, they being the legitimate surviving child and spouse of said decedent; WHEREAS, there are no known debts or obligations due against the estate of said decedent as per Doc. No. 126; page No. 26; Book No.CVIII; Series of 2019. Under the Notarial Registry of ATTY. RAMIL G. CARREON.

BWM May 19, 26 & Jun 2, 2023

Notice is hereby given that the late BETERVO N. FABELA died intestate on September 10, 2010 at Villanueva, Jasaan, Misamis Oriental and COMPOSA T. FABELA died intestate on May 12, 2017 at Villanueva, Misamis Oriental left a property, specifically known as Blk 21, Lot 1 containing an area of Eighty Five (85) square meters (Psd-10-060454) and Blk 13, Lot 1 containing an area of Two Hundred One (201) square meters (Psd-10-004186), Nabacaan Resettlment/Relocation Project located at Imelda, Villanueva, Misamis Oriental are the subject of EXTRAJUDICIAL SETTLEMENT OF ESTATE AMONG HEIRS WITH WAIVER OF RIGHTS. Made and entered into by and between the Heirs of BETERVO N. FABELA and COMPOSA T. FABELA of Villanueva, Misamis Oriental; 1. VIC TORRES FABELA, of legal age, married, Filipino citizen, with residence and postal address at Villanueva, Misamis Oriental; 2. ELDE TORRES FABELA, of legal age, married, Filipino citizen, with residence and postal address at Villanueva, Misamis Oriental; 3. REYNALDO TORRES FABELA, of legal age, married, Filipino citizen, with residence and postal address at Villanueva, Misamis Oriental; 4. HEIRS OF MERIAM FABELA SUMUHID (deceased) herein represented by ALMIE FABELA SUMUHID, of legal age, single, Filipino citizen, with residence and postal address at Villanueva, Misamis Oriental; 5. FERDINAND TORRES FABELA, of legal age, married, Filipino citizen, with residence and postal address at Villanueva, Misamis Oriental; 6. NENA TORRES FABELAPALAMINE, of legal age, married, Filipino citizen, with residence and postal address at Villanueva, Jasaan, Misamis Oriental; 7. LETECIA FABELA GONZALES, of legal age, married, Filipino citizen, with residence and postal address at Villanueva, Jasaan, Misamis Oriental; Hereinafter referred to as HEIRS-WAIVANT; WHEREAS, there are no known debts or obligations due against the estate of said decedent; and That after serious consideration of our possession and claim over the aforesaid described Lot, we hereby WAIVE, QUITCLAIM, RENOUNCE and ABANDON our rights, interests and participation that we have over said parcel of land in favor to Spouses GINA DELOY MAULA and NEDHART AL ALMONTE MAULA, both of legal age, married to each other, Filipino citizen, with residence and postal address at Imelda, Villanueva, Misamis Oriental, being the true owner, possessing all of the qualifications to own and possess real property under the law; That we execute this instrument to attest to the truth of the forgoing facts and for the purpose of relinquishing/transferring/ waiving our claim, rights, participation and interest over said parcel of land as particularly described above as per Doc. No. 457; Page No. 92; Book No. CXXXIV; Series of 2023. Under the Notarial Registry of ATTY. RAMIL G. CARREON.

BWM May 19, 26 & Jun 2, 2023

What is the Potential of Data Science in Education? Exploring its Transformative Applications and Implications

By Jinky G. Marcelo Faculty, College of Information Sciences and Computing Central Mindanao University

In a digital age where data is ubiquitous, the field of data science has found a powerful ally in the realm of education. By leveraging vast amounts of information, data scientists are revolutionizing the way we learn and teach. With the ability to analyze student performance, personalize instruction, and predict learning outcomes, data science is shaping the future of education.

One of the key applications of data science in education is the development of personalized learning experiences. By analyzing vast amounts of student data, such as performance metrics, learning styles, and preferences, data scientists can create tailored instructional approaches. This enables educators to provide individualized support, address knowledge

gaps, and foster student engagement. Personalized learning not only enhances student motivation but also maximizes their potential for academic success.

Furthermore, data science enables the identification of early warning signs for students at risk of academic failure or dropout. By monitoring various indicators, such as attendance, behavior, and course performance, data scientists can create predictive models to detect struggling students. This proactive approach allows educators to intervene promptly, provide targeted interventions, and support students in overcoming challenges.

Moreover, data science plays a crucial role in curriculum development. By analyzing vast amounts of educational data, including student performance and

feedback, data scientists can identify areas of improvement, develop more effective teaching strategies, and align curriculum with the evolving needs of students.

Data science has emerged as a powerful tool with vast potential to revolutionize the education sector, and the Philippines is no exception. With its diverse population and a strong emphasis on education, the country stands to benefit from the various applications of data science in enhancing learning outcomes and addressing educational challenges. With its potential to drive personalized learning, inform policy decisions, and support at-risk students, data science applications have the potential to empower the Philippines' educational sector, paving the way for a brighter future for students across the nation.

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Globe, Home Credit collaborate to combat financial scams

Leading digital solutions platform

Globe has reaffirmed its dedication to fighting financial spam and scams by entering into an agreement with Home Credit, a top consumer finance firm in the Philippines.

This agreement follows partnerships Globe has inked with various major banks and financial institutions, which aim to address the rising volume and intricacy of financial crimes, identity theft, phishing, spam and scam SMS, among others which significantly affect customers and key industry stakeholders.

Through the partnership, Globe and Home Credit expect to enhance their capacity to respond to financial fraud and scams while developing measures to prevent future occurrences. This includes sharing relevant information and a collaborative approach to investigating fraud cases, all in

strict compliance with existing laws, rules, and regulations.

"As a leading digital solutions platform, Globe is fully aware of the detrimental effects of spam and scam texts and other forms of fraud on our customers and stakeholders. Our partnership with Home Credit is a clear demonstration of our unwavering commitment to combating these malicious activities. By working together and taking proactive measures, we aim to prevent such incidents to safeguard our customers' interests,” said Globe Chief Privacy Officer Irish Salandanan-Almeida.

"With the rising incidence of text and other mobile-related scams, Home Credit leads the charge in fighting security and data breaches to help protect Filipino users falling victim to scams. Through our #SIMguradoAko campaign, we at Home Credit urge all mobile users to register their SIM before the deadline. Our

Republic of the Philippines

partnership with Globe further strengthens our commitment to helping the government with their goal of adding an extra layer of security and protection that benefits all Filipinos," shared Home Credit Philippines' Chief Compliance Officer Rejyl Siang.

Home Credit Philippines is a financing company duly licensed and supervised by the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) and by the Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP).

Prior to signing the agreements with BAP and Home Credit, Globe established partnerships with major commercial banks and online retailers in the Philippines. The partners are equipped with a direct and 24/7 communication channel to report incidents of fraud, which are then promptly investigated and prevented by Globe.

Globe's heightened efforts

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REGIONAL TRIAL COURT OF MISAMIS ORIENTAL

10th Judicial Region Branch 17

Cagayan de Oro City

OFFICE OF THE PROVINCIAL SHERIFF NOTICE OF EXTRA-JUDICIAL SALE EJF-2023-1332

Upon extra-judicial petition for sale under Act No. 3135 filed by BDO UNIBANK, INC., mortgagee, with principal office address at 11th Floor, BDO Towers Valero (formerly Citibank Tower) 8741 Paseo de Roxas, Makati City, against RICHCHEL R. YUAYAN, rep. by Attorney-In-Fact, POLICARPIO C. YUAYAN, JR., mortgagor, of legal age, Filipino and residing at (1) Poblacion, Tulusan, Zamboanga Sibugay; and (2) Lot 8, Blk. 22, Lessandra Subd., Gran Europa, Lumbia, Cagayan de Oro City, Misamis Oriental, to satisfy the mortgage indebtedness which as of February 28, 2023, amounts to ONE MILLION NINE HUNDRED NINE THOUSAND FOUR HUNDRED SIXTY TWO PESOS & 02/100 (Php 1,909,462.02), including interests, penalties and expenses incidental thereto, the undersigned or her duly authorized deputy will sell at public auction on June 22, 2023 at 10:00 A.M. or soon thereafter at the Office of the Clerk of Court, Regional Trial Court, Branch 17, Hall of Justice, Goldridge Bldg., Mastersons Ave., Cor. Pedro N. Roa Ave., Upper Carmen, Cagayan de Oro City to the highest bidder, for cash or manager’s check and in Philippine Currency the following property with all improvements, to wit:

TRANSFER CERTIFICATE OF TITLE NO. 137-2018000166

LOT : Lot 8, Block 22 Plan. No. PCS-10-004619

PORTION OF : Lot 1 to 28, All of Block 22, PSD-10-060565 x x x . . . .

LOCATION : Lumbia, Cagayan de Oro City

OWNER : Richchel R. Yuayan

BOUNDERIES : Line 1-2 South; Lot 7, Block 22, PCS-10-004619; x x x …

AREA : Sixty (60) square meters, more or less

All sealed bids must be submitted to the undersigned on the above-stated date, time and place.

In the event the public auction should not take place on the said date for whatever reason, the public auction will proceed on the next working day, without further notice, posting and publication.

Prospective buyers may investigate for themselves the title herein-above described and encumbrances thereon, if any there be.

May 9, 2023, Cagayan de Oro city.

Republic of the Philippines Department of Transportation LAND TRANSPORTATION FRANCHISING & REGULATORY BOARD Regional Office No.10, Apovel, Bulua, Cagayan de Oro City RURAL TRANSIT MINDANAO CASE NO. INC., R10-EV-PUBApplicant 2023-05-1091

NOTICE OF HEARING

APPLICANT request for the Extension of Validity of the Certificate of Public Convenience to operate PUBLIC UTILITY BUS (PUB) SERVICE on the route: CAGAYAN DE ORO CITY TO GENERAL SANTOS CITY VIA DAMULOG, TACURONG and Vice Versa and with the use of ONE (01) unit/s. This application shall be considered by this Board on JUNE 13, 2023 at 09:00 A.M. at this Board on which date Applicant 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 must file his/her/its written opposition with supporting documents, unless this Board deems it necessary to require additional documentary evidence and/or his/ her/its oral testimony(s).

WITNESS, AMINODEN D. GURO, Regional Director, LTFRB-Region X, this 23rd day of May 2023 at Cagayan de Oro City, Philippines.

(Sgd.) ATTY. MOHAMAD FAHDEL S. PIMPING HEARING OFFICER BWM : June 2, 2023

Republic of the Philippines Department of Transportation LAND TRANSPORTATION

Republic of the Philippines

Department of Transportation

LAND TRANSPORTATION FRANCHISING & REGULATORY BOARD Regional Office No.10, Apovel, Bulua, Cagayan de Oro City

RURAL TRANSIT MINDANAO CASE NO. INC., R10-EV-PUBApplicant 2023-05-1089

NOTICE OF HEARING

APPLICANT request for the Extension of Validity of the Certificate of Public Convenience to operate PUBLIC UTILITY BUS (PUB) SERVICE on the route: CAGAYAN DE ORO CITY TO BALINGOAN and Vice Versa and with the use of ONE (01) unit/s.

This application shall be considered by this Board on JUNE 13, 2023 at 09:00 A.M. at this Board on which date Applicant 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 must file his/her/its written opposition with supporting documents, unless this Board deems it necessary to require additional documentary evidence and/or his/ her/its oral testimony(s).

WITNESS, AMINODEN D. GURO, Regional Director, LTFRB-Region X, this 23rd day of May 2023 at Cagayan de Oro City, Philippines.

(Sgd.) ATTY. MOHAMAD FAHDEL S. PIMPING HEARING OFFICER BWM : June 2, 2023

Republic of the Philippines Department of Transportation

LAND TRANSPORTATION FRANCHISING & REGULATORY BOARD Regional Office No.10, Apovel, Bulua, Cagayan de Oro City RURAL TRANSIT MINDANAO CASE NO. INC., R10-EV-PUBApplicant 2023-05-1094

NOTICE OF HEARING

APPLICANT request for the Extension of Validity of the Certificate of Public Convenience to operate PUBLIC UTILITY BUS (PUB) SERVICE on the route: CAGAYAN DE ORO CITY TO WAO, LANAO DEL SUR and Vice Versa and with the use of SEVEN (07) unit/s.

This application shall be considered by this Board on JUNE 13, 2023 at 09:00 A.M. at this Board on which date Applicant 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 must file his/her/its written opposition with supporting documents, unless this Board deems it necessary to require additional documentary evidence and/or his/ her/its oral testimony(s).

WITNESS, AMINODEN D. GURO, Regional Director, LTFRB-Region X, this 23rd day of May 2023 at Cagayan de Oro City, Philippines.

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

BWM : June 2, 2023

Republic of the Philippines Department of Transportation LAND TRANSPORTATION FRANCHISING & REGULATORY BOARD Regional Office No.10, Apovel, Bulua, Cagayan de Oro City RURAL TRANSIT MINDANAO CASE NO. INC., R10-EV-PUBApplicant 2023-05-1093

NOTICE OF HEARING

APPLICANT request for the Extension of Validity of the Certificate of Public Convenience to operate PUBLIC UTILITY BUS (PUB) SERVICE on the route: CAGAYAN DE ORO CITY TO TACURONG VIA

granting of the application must file his/her/its written opposition with supporting documents, unless this Board deems it necessary to require additional documentary evidence and/or his/ her/its oral testimony(s).

WITNESS, AMINODEN D. GURO, Regional Director, LTFRB-Region X, this 23rd day of May 2023 at Cagayan de Oro City, Philippines.

(Sgd.) ATTY. MOHAMAD FAHDEL S. PIMPING

Editor: GILBERT Y. CHAO

Tourism...

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here. For his part, DILG Secretary Benjamin Abalos Jr. called on local government units to formulate their tourism plans and collaborate with concerned stakeholders in promoting tourism developmental projects. Abalos said they will train more tourist police to be deployed in tourist destinations. “Through this convergence, the DILG commits to ensuring that our local policemen are properly deployed in tourist destinations,” he said. The DND, represented by Undersecretary Angelito De Leon, has also vowed to prioritize the safety and security of tourists and assist in facilitating stakeholders’ involvement in tourism development projects. De Leon said they will integrate DOT programs in their promotional activities and help capacitate people’s organizations for community-based tourism initiatives, especially in indigenous cultural communities. “Together we will show to the world that the Philippines is not only home to pristine beaches, rich cultural heritage, distinct cuisines, and hospitable communities, but also a safe beautiful haven to explore and enjoy,” he said. Frasco, meanwhile, expressed optimism that the Mindanao tourism industry will prosper considering that they have recorded some 2.1 million international arrivals since January this year. Last year, she said the country managed to achieve 2.6 million international arrivals, surpassing the target goal of 1.7 million. “Our top source market are the South Koreans, followed by the Americans, Australians, Canadians, and Japanese (in terms of tourist visits),” Frasco said. The DOT chief further noted that domestic tourism is also flourishing as most flights and hotels are always fully booked. (PNA)

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that we will have the needed water supply for the constantly growing economic activities in the city, be it in agriculture, manufacturing and trade…that we have lots of things to do with regards to sanitation… and we have experienced the pains of how vengeful the natural forces of water can bring us if we continue to fail the environment,” he further stressed.

In his presentation “Regional Water Demand Scenario” Engr.

Dexter S. Lo, founding director of Xavier Ateneo’s Engineering Resource Center (ERC) stressed the urgent need to note how the increasing rate of urbanization could accelerate water demand across the region.

Mr. Lo cited the need to forecast based on following factors which affect increasing urban water demand: demographics and land use, water supply and usage, and climate change. He also cited income, and other socio-cultural factors such as water/wastewater pricing, regulation, restrictions, knowledge and awareness, technical innovations, and the presence of water service companies, which could also affect water demand.

Northern Mindanao’s (Region X) projected water demand is expected to reach 368 million cubic meters (MCM) by 2045, based on the projected population of 1.871 million by that date, based on the UN metric of 120 liters per capita daily (lpcd) for urban and 60 lpcd, which however excludes agriculture, but does not include agri which consumers the largest volume of water among all industry sectors, estimated at 7580% of total consumptive demand in the country.

“Of our 2017 water use in Region X estimated at 37, 145 MCM annually based on awarded water permits, approximately 87% (32,355.38 MCM) is allocated for power generation categorized under non-consumptive use. Irrigation consumes the largest volume with 65% allocation; industrial sector 26%, and domestic sector only 5.7% or 4,798.94 MCM was allocated for consumptive use,” Mr. Lo said. However , he cautioned that the baseline data is from 2015, but increasing urbanization could alter the projections for 2045.

Water availability per province (cu.m./person/yr) as of 2015 population shows that Bukidnon enjoys the largest buffer with 7,020 cmpy with Lanao del Norte the only

province indicating water stress at 1,373 cmpy vis a vis the UN standard of 1,700 cmpy.

Groundwater availability

While extensive and highly productive aquifers with high recharge potential in Region X can only be found around Cagayan de Oro, these same areas will be influenced by increasing temperature, decreased precipitation and increasing population density.

Mr. Lo said groundwater is important since it is easier to process for potability vs surface water which can be affected by precipitation which can make it more expensive to process.

Lanao del Norte and the coastal towns of Misamis Occidental have fairly extensive and productive aquifers with Interior towns having local and less productive aquifers, as do most of the towns in Bukidnon.

The western towns of Misamis Oriental have mostly local/less productive aquifers except for the coastal areas of Laguindingan, Alubijid, EL Salvador, and Opol which have fairly to less extensive and productive aquifers with low to moderate, potential recharge.

The rest of Cagayan de Oro and Camiguin have rocks without any known significant, groundwater obtainable through drilled wells.

Water resources potential and annual rainfall (mm)

Of the five provinces of Region X, Bukidnon enjoys the largest water potential 9,259 MCM surface water, 676 MCM ground water (GW) and 2,318mm annual rainfall, with Camiguin at the opposite range with 210 MCM surface, 15 MCM GW/1,937 mm annual rainfall.

Misamis Oriental has 3,126 MCM surface/228 MCM GW/1,535 mm AR; Misamis Occidental 1,813 MCM surface, 132 MCM GW and 1,670 mm AR; and Lanao del Norte 1,280 MCM surface, 120 MCM GW and 1,948 mm AR.

Citing the IPCC Sixth Assessment Report: Climate Change 2021 which reports Climate Change Affecting World Regions (19502021), SouthEast Asia (including the Philippines) can expect hot extremes and heavy precipitation.

As a result, Region X will be warmer according to Pagasa, the Manila Observatory, and the USAID Be Secure Project, which is likewise affirmed by the Phil Climate Change Report 2020.

Potential Impacts on Water Resources

Thus, the expected hot extremes can result in the decline in precipitation and longer dry spells which can lead to water service disruption; while locations with increase in intense precipitation events pose a challenge to water management and flood control. Further, Extreme Rainfall Events will increase dam siltation and reduce their useful lifetimes, while the increase in temperature will cause surge in energy demand while longer dry periods will reduce efficiency of power plants.

Adoption Options

Mr. Lo presented the summit with a comprehensive menu of adoption options including improving water supply, water quality and flood control.

“Development is necessary but we have to be conscious and conscientious of what we are doing, he urged.

“We can always integrate pockets of green like parks, retaining ponds, which can be used for business, without the need for resorting to big ticket infra projects like drainage canals, which are necessary but not the only solution which can give us a better chance. We can marry nature based with gray solutions, such as the restoration of our forest cover.”

“Para kanatong tanan nga ania karon dinhi, put in all the discussions the concerns of your communities, with regards to drinking water, to water sanitation, to water needed by all your economic activities and to activities of preserving your water resources,” Mayor Uy said.

“Look into development interventions that will tame the destructive forces of water and environmental preservation programs that will conserve and preserve our water resources. Ang dagan sa tubig, walay boundaries.

Angayan lang nga mahisgutan usab kung asa magkatinabangay ang mga lungsod, siyudad ug lalawigan.”

In response, Clara Marie G. Elizaga, Vice President of Italpinas Development Corporation, an ItaloFilipino joint venture which has pioneered green architecture and engineering in its real estate projects in Cagayan de Oro, remarked how water sustainability has so far not resonated with most residents.

“Very few people understand water sustainability,” Ms. Elizaga noted. “We need to promote it across all sectors because as the city grows, the need for water grows, along with all the problems and issues which arise with urbanization.”

She added that while the private sector is already a step ahead in addressing water sustainability, she urged the LGUs to provide them with further options where they can actively participate in LGU projects with which they can tie-in their corporate social responsibility (CSR) as well.

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cigarettes were seized in Barangay Maasin. A day after, authorities collared a suspect and confiscated more than PHP4 million worth of smuggled cigarettes in Barangay Calarian. (PNA)

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response; and drought management. “After the drought contingency plan is developed, regular monitoring and evaluation will ensure that it remains adaptable to changing conditions and emerging technologies,” Garde added. Nine sub-clusters under drought response were also created, consisting of food, health, law and order, logistics, emergency telecommunications, and education, among others. (PNA)

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broccoli, and cabbage,” Soria said. She said around 60 families from the IP community will benefit from the vegetable farming program. The city government, she added, also enrolled the 60 families with the Tulong Panghanapbuhay sa Ating Disadvantaged/Displaced Workers or TUPAD program of the Department of Labor and Employment. Meanwhile, Soria said that TESDA-ADN is also looking forward to fishpond production in the area to support the food needs of the IP residents. “TESDAADN Director Rey Cueva already made an ocular inspection in Sitio Sumohay on May 30 to assess the possibility of the development of a fishpond project. The agency also wants to train the beneficiaries in land preparation technology,” she said. (PNA)

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Such is the razon d’etre, why we in Task Force Macajalar had to wage the people’s direct actions, staging human barricades to stop the 50 tenwheeler logging trucks with armed escorts, passing the thorough fares of Cagayan de Oro from midnight till dawn. Each truck, according to reports, was paying checkpoint five thousand pesos and telling us then that we cannot stop them because 90% of the people in the office mandated to enforce environmental laws were under their payroll. Don’t you know that in one shipment of logs alone, a logger would earn some 360 million pesos, money that they also share to law enforcers? All logging activities were illegal then as these choicest of trees were cut in the prohibited zones being critical areas in terms of topography and slope. Indeed, we have lost Eden as the Philippines was so rich before in biodiversity. In one forest ecosystem alone such as Mt. Kitanglad, the number of flora and fauna found in that 5,000-hectare ecosystem is far greater compared to those found in one billion hectare- continent of North America. Our archipelago had been described before by the President of the UN-FAO, Dr. Kent Carpenter, as the center of the center of marine and fishery life on earth. Not anymore. Our vast seas became a dumping ground of toxic garbage from Korea, Australia and Canada.

Of the 13 major bays in the country, 10 are already biologically dead. Of the 25 major rivers, 15 are already dried up. Our forests, our” invisible “water dam,” are now gone because our country has supplied the timber needs of the world in the last century because of the elitist and oligarchical control by the new breed of colonizers. Be that as it may, let us express our love to GAIA and in one voice we shout, WE LOVE YOU GAIA!

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Baluch said.

Meanwhile, Philippine-based manufacturers remained broadly optimistic for the next 12 months.

“In terms of future output, firms remain largely upbeat, though confidence did take a slight hit and dipped to an 11-month low,” Baluch added. (PNA)

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EXTRAJUDICIAL SETTLEMENT OF ESTATE OF DECEASED PERSON

Notice is hereby given that on sometime on March 2, 2018 at Mandaue City, Cebu, RAYMUNDO M. COTIANGCO, died intestate leaving a three (3) parcels of land more particularly bounded and described, to wit: PARCEL

1 A PARCEL OF LAND (Lot 6, Block 6, Psd-10-037341, being a portion of Pcs-10-000251), situated in the Barrio of Lumbia, City of Cagayan de Oro, Island of Mindanao, containing an area of ONE HUNDRED TWENTY (120) SQUARE METERS, more or less and embraced in TCT No. T-160488.

PARCEL 2 A PARCEL OF LAND (Lot 25, Block 6, Psd-10-037341, being a portion of Pcs-10-000251), situated in the Barrio of Lumbia, City of Cagayan de Oro, Island of Mindanao, containing an area of ONE HUNDRED TWENTY (120) SQUARE METERS, more or less and embraced in TCT No. T-151261.

PARCEL 3 A PARCEL OF LAND, 1/3 portion of the Lot 1, Psd-158724, situated at Surigao del Norte, containing an area of SIXTY FIVE THOUSAND TWO HUNDRED THIRTY FIVE (65,235) SQUARE METERS, more or less and embraced in TCT NO. T-(931)5 are the subject of EXTRAJUDICIAL SETTLEMENT OF ESTATE OF DECEASED PERSON. That at the time of the above-named decedent, he left no known debt, whatsoever and this instrument does not involve personal property a none was left by the above-named decedent at the time of his death; This INSTRUMENT, made and entered into by and among:

LETICIA I. COTIANGCO, of legal age, widow, Filipino and a resident of Block 6, Lot 6 Montaña Vista, Gran Europa, Lumbia, Cagayan de Oro City, hereinreferred to as the HEIR; LERA FAY COTIANGCO - DE LA RAMA, of legal age, married, Filipino and a resident of Unit 1214 One Oasis, Filinvest Camaman-an Road, Brgy, Lapasan, Cagayan de Oro City, herein-referred to as the HEIR; That the HEIRS herein being his surviving wife and daughter are the only forced heirs of the said decedent; That it is to the best interest of the said HEIRS and of the estate of the above-named decedent, that the herein-above described three (3) parcel of lands thereon, be adjudicated unto divided and partitioned by and among the said HEIRS; the HEIRS herein, do hereby adjudicate unto, divide and partition by and among themselves, as by these presents have ADJUDICATED unto, DIVIDED and PARTITIONED by and among themselves the hereinabove described three (3) parcels of land in pro indiviso equal share each of them; Under the Notarial Registry of ATTY. ROWELL B. VALLEDOR. As per doc no. 417; Page no. 84; Book no. 13; Series of 2019.

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EXTRAJUDICIAL SETTLEMENT OF ESTATE AMONG HEIRS with SPECIAL POWER OF ATTORNEY

Notice is hereby given that the late FELIZA P. PADINIT, who died intestate in Macasandig, Cagayan de Oro City, Philippines; WHEREAS the children of FELIZA P. PADINIT namely:

MANUEL P. PADINIT, VIRGELIO P. PADINIT, FERNANDO P. PADINIT, BENEDICTO P. PADINIT, CONSORCIA P. GARCIA, VALENTINA P. DE LOS SANTOS, TEOFISTO P. PADINIT, and RUDOLFO P. PADINIT, have executed an Extrajudicial Partition with Sale and Donation on October 18, 1994 at Cagayan de Oro City, registered in the notarial book of Atty. Waldo G. Rebulo as Doc No. 381, Page 77, Book No.

13, Series of 1994 a copy of which is hereto attached; WHEREAS heir RUDOLFO P. PADINIT died intestate without any surviving heirs; WHEREAS, MANUEL P. PADINIT (died on April 12, 2005), VIRGELIO P. PADINIT (died on November 24,2012), BENEDICTO P. PADINIT (died on November 21, 2015), CONSORCIA P. GARCIA (died on June 9, 2005), VALENTINA P. DE LOS SANTOS (died on November 17, 2001), TEOFISTO P. PADINIT (died on October 27, 2009), all died intestate in Macasandig, Cagayan de Oro City, Philippines, leaving certain the following parcels of land, more particularly described as follows: TRANSFER

CERTIFICATE OF TITLE No. T-57515

Lot No. 2965-C, (LRC) Psd-232737

A parcel of land known as Lot 2965-C of the subdivision plan (LRC) Psd232737, being a portion of Lot 2965, Cad-237, Cagayan cadastre, LRC-cad. Containing an area of ONE THOUSAND NINE HUNDRED EIGHT (1, 908 sq ms) square meters, more or less. Registered under the name of Feliza Padinit. Entry No. 154485 to 86: TCT No. T-62144 is issued covering a portion of LOT 2965-C-1 with an area of 200 sq. ms. for which TCT No. T-57515 is partly cancelled, leaving Lot 2965-C presently with an area of ONE THOUSAND SEVEN HUNDRED EIGHT (1, 708 sq ms) square meters, more or less. TRANSFER CERTIFICATE OF TITLE No. T-166687 Lot No. 2965D-7, Psd-10-033024 A parcel of land known as Lot No. 2965-D-2, Psd-10033074, being a portion of Lot 2965D (LRC) Psd-232737, situated in Macasandig, Cagayan de Oro City, Mindanao. Containing an area of ONE THOUSAND SEVEN HUNDRED NINE (1, 709 sq ms) square meters, more or less. Registered under the name of Feliza Padinit, are the subject of EXTRAJUDICIAL SETTLEMENT OF ESTATE AMONG HEIRS with SPECIAL POWER OF ATTORNEY. Made and entered into this 27 MAY 2023 in Cagayan de Oro City, Philippines by and between:

1. HEIRS OF MANUEL

P. PADINIT (Deceased), herein represented by MA. ANGELIE A. PADINIT, of legal age, single, Filipino citizen, with residence at Providence St., Saint Francis Ville Taculing, Bacolod City, Negros Occidental; 2. HEIRS OF VIRGELIO P. PADINIT (Deceased), herein represented by: a. ELSIE Y. PADINIT, of legal age, widow, Filipino citizen, with residence at Jupiter St., Macasandig, Cagayan de Oro City; b. EISEL MAE Y. PADINIT, of legal age, single, Filipino citizen, with residence at 112 Jupiter St. Hillside Subd., Macasandig, Cagayan de Oro City; C. MARIBETH Y. PADINIT, of legal age, single, Filipino citizen, with residence at 112 Jupiter St. Hillside Subd., Macasandig, Cagayan de Oro City;

3. FERNANDO P. PADINIT, of legal age, married, Filipino citizen, with residence Macasandig, Cagayan de Oro City; 4. HEIRS OF BENEDICTO P. PADINIT (Deceased), herein represented by:

a. JAIME G. PADINIT, of legal age, single, Filipino citizen, with residence at Biasong, Macasandig, Cagayan de Oro City; b. LOURDES P. DALANGIN, of legal age, widow, Filipino citizen, with residence at Biasong, Macasandig, Cagayan de Oro City; c. ALAN G. PADINIT, of legal age, married, Filipino citizen, with residence at Biasong, Macasandig, Cagayan de Oro City;

5. HEIRS OF CONSORCIA P. GARCIA (Deceased), herein represented by:

a. NORBEL P. GARCIA, of legal age, married, Filipino citizen, with residence at Ph 1, Indahag, Cagayan de Oro City;

b. MARK ANTHONY P. GARCIA, of legal age, single, Filipino citizen, with residence at Ph 1, Indahag, Cagayan de Oro City; 6. HEIRS OF VALENTINA

P. DE LOS SANTOS (Deceased), herein represented by: a. MARILOU S. OUANO, herein represented by her son: JEFFERSON S. OUANO, of legal

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age, married, Filipino citizen, with residence at Macasandig, Cagayan de Oro City; b. NICHOLAS P. DE LOS SANTOS, of legal age, married, Filipino citizen, with residence at Macasandig, Cagayan de Oro City; 7. HEIRS OF TEOFISTO P. PADINIT (Deceased), herein represented by: a. ROBERTO J. PADINIT, of legal age, married, Filipino citizen, with residence at Upper Tambo, Macasandig, Cagayan de Oro City; b. ROMEO J. PADINIT, of legal age, married, Filipino citizen, with residence at 112 Jupiter St., Macasandig, Cagayan de Oro City; c. RUEL J. PADINIT, of legal age, married, Filipino citizen, with residence at Macasandig, Cagayan de Oro City; Hereinafter referred to as Heirs; WHEREAS, the Heirs hereto acknowledges and confirms the different sales made by their Predecessors in interest as to their respective portions in both parcels of land as evidenced in the aforementioned Extrajudicial Settlement dated October 18, 1994; WHEREAS, there are no known debts or obligations due against the estates of said Decedents; and that in the event that any other property of the decedent should later be found which is not included hereinabove, the parties hereto further agree to distribute, divide, and adjudicate, as they do hereby distribute, divide and adjudicate the same in like manner and proportion as herein established and disposed; SPECIAL POWER OF ATTORNEY We, the HEIRS OF MANUEL P. PADINIT, VIRGELIO P. PADINIT, BENEDICTO P. PADINIT, CONSORCIA P. GARCIA, VALENTINA P. DE LOS SANTOS, TEOFISTO P. PADINIT, respectively, and FERNANDO P. PADINIT, have made, constituted and appointed, and does by these presents make, constitute and appoint, our co-Heir, LOURDES P. DALANGIN, of legal age, married, Filipino citizen, with residence at Biasong, Macasandig, Cagayan de Oro City, as our true and lawful attorneyin-fact for us and in our name, place and stead, to do and perform the following acts and things, namely: 1.

To submit, process and follow-up with the Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) thru the Unified Project Management Office — Flood Control Management (UPMO-FCMC) regarding the transaction which affect our property, Lot No. 2965-C, (LRC) Psd-232737 and Lot No. 2965-D-2, Psd-10-033074; 2. To negotiate, and transact, for such price and under such terms and conditions, as our said attorney in fact may deem proper, the abovementioned parcels of land to the DPWH; 3. To sell, transfer and/or convey our rights and interests over the portions of abovementioned parcels of land both situated in Macasandig, Cagayan de Oro City known as: Lot No. 2965C, (LRC) Psd-232737 and Lot No. 2965-D-2, Psd-10-033074 which are affected by the abovementioned project to the DPWH; 4.To process, submit, and follow up pertinent documents relative to any transactions concerning the abovementioned properties situated in the City of Cagayan de Oro, before the BIR office, City Assessor’s Office, Register of Deeds Cagayan de Oro City, DENR, DAR and other related Government Agencies; 5. To process, submit and follow up pertinent documents relative to the processing of or TIN and settlement of estate tax before BIR; 6. To make sign, execute and deliver Contracts, Memorandum of Agreement and other instruments in writing of whatever nature or kind with any authorized person from the DPWH or other government entities in relation to the abovementioned transaction upon the terms and conditions acceptable to our Attorneyin-Fact; 7. To receive and/or acknowledge payment of the consideration/just compensation for the affected portions in cash and/or in check and to encash the same as it may be; 8. Finally, to sign, make, execute and deliver any and/or all documents, papers, writings that need be made and executed, signed and delivered to give effect to the authority herein granted; GIVING AND GRANTING unto said attorneysin-fact full power and authority to do and perform all and every act and thing whatsoever requisite, and necessary to be done, hereby ratifying and confirming all that said attorney-in-fact should lawfully do or cause to be done by virtue of these presents. Under

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RI District 3870 Governor appoints PDG Rosales-Deleste as Discon chair

CAGAYAN DE ORO CITY – Rotary International District 3870 incoming governor Gild “Gigi” Go has chosen Past District Governor ROSALINDA “LINDA” ROSALES-DELESTE of the Rotary Club of Kalayaan Cagayan de Oro as District Conference chairwoman for Rotary Year 2023-2024.

Governor Go said during Rosales-Deleste’s term as Governor, DISCON attendance was at its highest in the District. “With her on the reins for the incoming DISCON in 2024, we’re all looking forward to a more impressive and exciting District Conference,” Go claimed.

DISTRICT CONFERENCE

Go said “The purpose of the district conference is to provide opportunities for networking, inspirational addresses, and discussions

of Rotary-related matters. District conferences are an opportunity for clubs to exchange ideas and showcase their achievements.”

This event, according to her, recognizes the service programs, projects, and public relations achievements in the district. The conference gives Rotarians and clubs a vision of Rotary beyond the club level and provide a memorable fellowship experience.

District Conferences usually lasts one to two days and includes a visit from a

ROSALINDA

president’s representative who gives an update on Rotary International and inspires and motivates

participants. A report on the district, including its successes and challenges, are also presented at the

Discon.

“THANK YOU GOV LINDA for accepting the challenge,” Go said.

District Governor-Elect Gilda “Gigi” Go

“LINDA” ROSALES-DELESTE

PDG Rosales-Deleste is Charter President of the Rotary Club of Kalayaan Cagayan de Oro.