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Pacquiao
locks horn
with Horn
Well knock him out if he decides
to engage early Roach
By NICK GIONGCO
I feel great and I am ready to defend and
keep my crown, Pacquiao said after weighing

B
RISBANE, Australia Some people in at 146 lb. during the official weigh-in Satur-
Pacquiao are talking about a changing of the day morning at one of the halls of 52,500-seat Horn
guard as Manny Pacquiao returns to arena.
Age 38 the ring and defends the World Box- The division limit is 147 lb. Age 29
ing Organization (WBO) welterweight crown Pacquiao, the prohibitive favorite, later
Stance Southpaw against unbeaten Jeff Horn early afternoon of feasted on steamed white rice, beef stew, beef Stance Orthodox
Sunday at Suncorp Stadium. soup, stir-fried bitter gourd with egg, roasted
Weight 146 Weight 147
But Pacquiao, the 38-year-old Filipino eight- chicken, and boiled eggs after conquering the
Height 56 division champion, refuses to acknowledge that scales. Height 59
the torch is about to be passed and a young lion Joined by a bevy of political personalities,
Reach 67 inches is taking over the pride. Pacquiao consumed a mountain of rice 4 Reach 68 inches
(EPA photo)

PH holds joint patrol

with US to deter
Islamist militants
By REUTERS US Navy littoral combat ship USS
and CHARISSA L. ATIENZA Coronado joined Philippine Navy frig-
ate, BRP Alcaraz, in patrolling the Sulu
The United States (US) and Philip- Sea where numerous pirate attacks on
pine navies held a joint naval patrol on commercial shipping have been made
Saturday in dangerous Sulu Sea, amid since 2015. A group of Filipino navy
rising international concern about Isla- sailors embarked on USS Coronado
mist militancy and piracy in the region. and joined their counterparts to 16

GMA backs Duterte on martial law

By BEN R. ROSARIO interpose any objection to alleged plans
of Duterte to extend the 60-day martial
Former President and now Pam- law period which is due to expire on
panga Rep. Gloria Macapagal Arroyo July 22.
yesterday declared her strong support She said that as chief executive,
to the martial law declaration of Presi- Duterte has information that he cannot
dent Rodrigo Duterte, saying that Fili- share to others, thus, trust in his deci-
pinos must continue to trust him. sions is of utmost importance. DAWN FIRE A total of 85 families were rendered homeless after a huge fire razed 15 houses in Barangay 598, Zone 59 in Old
Sta. Mesa, Manila before dawn yesterday. Authorities are still determining the cause of the fire, which reached the fifth alarm.
Speaking at the 52nd induction cer- Id like to use this opportunity to (Jun Ryan Araas)
emonies of officers of the Inner Wheel stand four-square behind President
Clubs of the Philippines, Arroyo did not Dutertes declaration of martial 4
Duterte still favors peaceful settlement of South China Sea row
By ARGYLL CYRUS B. GEDUCOS tion facilities were being built on islands nam, Brunei, Taiwan, Malaysia, and
in the disputed waters. Indonesia.
President Duterte still prefers Presidential spokesperson Ernesto However, Abella also said he would
peaceful dialogue in resolving the mari- Avella reiterated that President Duterte defer to the Departments of Foreign
time conflict with other claimants of the wants claimants of the disputed waters Affairs (DFA) and National Defense
South China Sea. to come into a mutual understanding in (DND) regarding the report of the Asia
He stressed this after the Asia Mari- order to resolve the conflict. Maritime Transparency Initiative.
time Transparency Initiative said new Claimants of the South China Sea These matters, we defer to the
missile shelters and radar communica- include the Philippines, China, Viet- Secretary of National Defense 16

Govt, MILF How about Athens for traveling Pinoys?

sign protocol watch Storys online video
By AA PATAWARAN Instructions:

of cooperation First it was Hong Kong, then Bangkok, then Singapore,

1. Turn on your data or WI-FI network
and connect to the Internet;
2. Scan the QR code.

vs illegal drugs then Japan, then Korea. Whats the next favorite destina-
tion of Filipinos on a budget?
By ANTONIO L. COLINA, IV It might be Athens in Greece. And heres why P14,115
one way from Manila; P14,615 from Clark; P14,514 from
SIT-DOWN MEETING Vice President Leni Robredo visits the family of Sonny and
Luisa Bobis in Barangay Santa Ana in Pateros as part of her second Metro Laylayan The government and the Moro Is- Cebu; and P15,115 from Kalibo. Thats how little it takes
visit, Friday. The Bobis family was chosen as part of the Istorya ng Pag-asa project lamic Liberation Front (MILF) signed on non-peak periods to go all the way to Athens, inclusive
of the Office of the Vice President (OVP), which is aimed at bringing Robredo closer on Friday a protocol of cooperation on of the trip to Singapore, where budget airline Scoot is now
to the people, while allowing her to hear out their stories of survival. In these visits,
Robredo also turns over employment and livelihood opportunities to such families, the anti-illegal drugs campaign in the flying non-stop between Singapore and Athens four times Important reminder:

through Angat Buhay partners. (Office of the Vice President) Autonomous Region in Muslim 16 a week. Your mobile phone should have an Internet
access and an installed QR code reader.

focus feature entertainment business An Interesting

Leading children Bloody here finally PIDS questions motives of PLDT and Globe Tale about
to mother nature It couldve been easily on SMC telco buyout Bulbophyllum
Tony Oposa: Earths
leading litigator teaches
canned given the challenges dearei
it encountered but Bloody
us the LAW of life Crayons proved if theres a Eagle Cements reports 30% jump
will theres a way in net profit to P1.03 billion in Q1
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Luzon Visayas Mindanao Manila Sunrise: 5:31 a.m. Temperature Range:
WEATHER partly cloudy to cloudy w/ isolated
rainshowers and/or thunderstorms
partly cloudy to cloudy w/ isolated
rainshowers and/or thunderstorms
partly cloudy to cloudy w/ isolated
rainshowers and/or thunderstorms
partly cloudy to cloudy w/ isolated
rainshowers and/or thunderstorms
Sunset: 6:29 p.m. 25.0C-33.8C

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Low pressure area may bring rains to east Luzon

By ELLALYN DE VERA-RUIZ the Philippine area of responsibility is nomical Services Administration (PA- anduanes, Sorsogon, Masbate, Isabela, derstorms in the evening.
seen to enhance the effects of the south- GASA) is closely monitoring the LPA east Aurora, Quezon and Palawan. The weather disturbance has a slim
A new low-pressure area (LPA) inside west monsoon (habagat), which may bring of the country as it will likely intensify into Meanwhile, partly cloudy to cloudy chance of making landfall as it is expected
light to mod- a tropical cyclone within 24 to 36 hours. skies with isolated rain showers or thun- to leave the country's area of responsibil-
erate rains As of 10 a.m. Saturday, the LPA was derstorms will prevail over Metro Manila ity on Monday.
over parts about 95 kilometers east-northeast of and the rest of the country. By Tuesday, PAGASA said the habagat
of eastern Guiuan, Eastern Samar. Once it becomes By Monday, PAGASA said Palawan, will bring cloudy skies and light to moder-
Luzon this a tropical depression, it will be called Oriental Mindoro, Occidental Mindoro, ate rains and thunderstorms over Ilocos
Sunday. "Emong," the first cyclone this month and Bataan and Zambales will be cloudy with Norte, Ilocos Sur, La Union, Pangasinan,
The Phil- fifth this year. light to moderate rains and isolated thun- Benguet, Abra, Zambales, Bataan, Cavite,
ippine At- PAGASA said the trough or exten- derstorms due to the enhanced southwest Batangas, Oriental Mindoro, Occidental
mospheric, sion of the LPA will bring light to moder- monsoon. Metro Manila and the rest of the Mindoro, and Palawan. The rest of the
Geophysical ate rains and thunderstorms over Albay, country will have partly cloudy to cloudy country will be partly cloudy to cloudy with
and Astro- Camarines Norte, Camarines Sur, Cat- skies with isolated rain showers or thun- isolated rain showers or thunderstorms.

Robredo proud of her offices achievements

By RAYMUND F. ANTONIO Robredo visited 80 communities and different stakeholders to address
with almost R52.72 million worth of poverty.
It was not an easy ride for Vice President Ma. Le- resources for 36,046 individuals and Her office has partnered with vari-
onor Leni Robredo, but her first year in office al- 22,275 families. ous donors from the private sector to
lowed her to take her anti-poverty program through- Were proud of what weve provide assistance from rural develop-
out the country and that has made her proud. achieved from 50 pilot LGUs (local ment, feeding and nutrition programs,
government units) in livelihood, medical and dental mis-
2016, were now at 134. sions, and educational infrastructure.
But we all know, we cant Because our office has no funds
rest, she said. for projects, we rely on partners to help
The Vice President us whenever we go to communities,
noted there are more Robredo said.
needs to be done because For next year, Robredo, who was
there are so many of our once a member of President Dutertes
fellow Filipinos that con- Cabinet as housing chief, vowed to look
tinue to be left out. for more partners.
Since she assumed of- At present, there are 134 local gov-
fice on June 30 last year, ernment units and over 300 partners in
Robredo went from one the program.
place to another to reach This is just the beginning. There
out to poor communities are still so many who need our help,
and consult its residents Vice Presidential spokesperson Geor-
on what their needs are. gina Hernandez said.
The countrys second Hernandez, also the head of OVPs
highest official launched Advocacy and Anti-Poverty programs,
Angat Buhay, her flag- added: We are not stopping until we have
ship program, to facili- effectively raised the quality of living of
tate partnerships be- our fellow Filipinos from the farthest and
tween local governments poorest communities in the country.

Feast
of Our
Lady
of Piat
By CHRISTINA
I. HERMOSO

Marian devo-
tees and pilgrims
from across the
country are ex-
pected to gather
today at the Ba-
silica Minore de
Piat in Tugue-
garao, Cagayan,
in celebration of
the Feast of Our
Lady of Piat, the
venerated Pa-
troness of Ca-
gayan Valley.
Devotion
to Our Lady
of Piat began
in 1604 when
the Dominican
missionaries
brought the im-
age from Macau
to Cagayan Val-
ley.
Hourly feast
masses and the
observance of
the Holy Hour
will be held at the
Basilica Minore
de Piat today
in honor of the
Blessed Mother.
The Basilica is
considered as
one of the top ten
Marian pilgrim-
age sites in the
country.
Land and flu-
vial processions
bearing the re-
vered miraculous
image of Our Lady
of Piat will also be
held.
Novena mass-
es were held from
July 23 to July 1.
In Metro Ma-
nila, Our Lady of
Piat devotees, fol-
lowing a 40-year-
old tradition, tra-
ditionally gather
for a special
commemora-
tive mass at the
Santo Domingo
Church on Que-
zon Avenue,
Quezon City.
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Duterte to communists:
The President also reiterated his
earlier statement that he will not buy
the communists excuse that they
fired upon government troops because

Lets stop fighting for a while

they have supposedly entered their
territory.
Would you kindly stop fighting? Ang
problema sa inyong mga komunista
(The problem with you communists),
you dont want my soldiers [there],
By ARGYLL CYRUS B. GEDUCOS and YAS D. OCAMPO More than a week after (Labor Pilipinas. he said.
Secretary Silvestre) Bellos statement, We also appeal to everyone to Ako nag-utos sa kanila (I sent them

P
resident Duterte has asked one person in this republic who is really the people have not seen nor heard of a share information with authorities on there) because they have to patrol and
the communist rebels in Min- traveling with a heavy heart, its me. Duterte order not to undertake offen- suspicious persons and activities in control every inch of the territory. Dont
danao, if it is possible, to stop Because I ordered the AFP and police sives against the NPA, the CPP said their communities. Sabi nga po nila give me that sh*t that my soldiers en-
engaging the government to go there and fight and perhaps to in a statement dated June 30. (Like what they say), if we can work to- tered your territory thats bullsh*t. Im
forces until the crisis in Marawi City, die, President Duterte. On the contrary, his defense sec- gether, we can prevent these extortion- the President and I would never allow
Lanao del Sur, is over. He also noted the earlier declaration retary and military commanders have related activities, he added. that proposition, he added.
In his speech during the 50th found- of the Communist Party of the Phil- repeatedly declared that the AFP will Though we are not there all the
ing anniversary of Davao del Norte ippines-New Peoples Army-National conduct pursuit operations against the Talk to communists time, we cannot guard every inch of this
in Tagum City Saturday afternoon, Democratic Fronts (CPP-NPA-NDF) NPA. Duterte has neither rescinded his Duterte, in his speech in Tagum City, republic, but I must insist that I own the
Duterte said he wants to talk to the for the CPP to intensify its operations governments all-out war policy and also said that he would be willing to talk republic in behalf of the Filipino people
communists as he understands what against the government forces which flatten the hills command against the to the communists but warned them every inch of the way, he continued.
they are fighting for. they retracted later on. NPA. The AFPs war of suppression against giving him a double-face.
I can understand you, that is why Can you just stop fighting for a in Mindanao has worsened since the He also said he will not go soft on Dont engage with terrorists
I have not declared any overt action while? Kasi ang sabi ng mga leader imposition of martial law more than a them if they fire at the government Duterte also warned the commu-
against you. I want to talk to you be- niyo sa Europe (Because your leaders month ago, the CPP said. forces who are patrolling around Min- nists against joining the terrorists or
cause I know na ang inyo (that yours) in Europe said) there will be a cease- Meanwhile, Malacaang also warned danao. else they will not have a place in the
was just a rising nationalism, Duterte fire, he said. the public against the NPAs supposed We used to talk, we were friends, country.
said. Una, sabi ng leader niyo (First planned attacks on people-oriented but that was during the time when I was There will never be a political,
The Presidents call for the rebels your leaders said) you are to engage programs and infrastructure projects mayor. I was not then burdened with the social, or economic space for you com-
to stop attacking soldiers and police government forces tapos (but then) as these are extortion-related. responsibility of running this country, munists if it is terrorism that prevails
officers comes amid the heavy fighting they realized now, at this very late day, We wish to forewarn the public of Duterte said. the day. Wala kayong makuha diyan na
in Marawi City, more than one month na wala kayong makukuha dyan sa reported planned attacks of the NPA Eh, ngayon iba na ang sitwasyon. nationalism (You will not gain national-
after Duterte declared martial law in terorista (that youll gain nothing from on people-oriented programs and in- Kaya pag kinalaban mo yung pulis ko, ism there), Duterte said.
the entire island of Mindanao. the terrorists), he added. frastructure projects and request the binaril mo yung sundalo, magkalaban The terrorists, walang ideology
I have to do it because it is my con- In a statement, the CPP had earlier citizenry of Mindanao and everyone talaga tayo (But the situation is differ- yan (theres not ideology there). It is
stitutional duty to preserve and defend criticized the Duterte administration else in the country to be on the alert and ent now. So if you stand up against my far distant from Islam which they have
the Filipino people. Wala akong magawa for a lack of a direct order to cease of- on the lookout, Presidential spokes- police, fire at my soldiers, then we will corrupted to kill people in the name of
dyan. Lalo na sa mga sundalo, if there is fensives. man Ernesto Abella said over Radyo really fight), he warned. God, he added.

Customs softens on erring importers Chinese envoy hails Dutertes

By BETHEENA KAE UNITE avoided, he said.
According to the memorandum, the
Office (AMO).
Requests will be processed in one to
independent foreign policy
The Bureau of Customs (BOC) is temporary lifting of the suspension, can- two working (2) days from the receipt of By CHARISSA M. LUCI ATIENZA I think what he has in mind is the
considering giving erring importers cellation or revocation, if approved, shall the importers letter. The AMO will send interests of the Philippines and he has
another chance by temporary lifting the last 10 working days from the reactiva- an e-mail to the importer concerned Chinese Ambassador Zhao Jianhua put the Philippines in a very good posi-
suspension of their Customs accredita- tion of the importers account. once the latters account has been has praised and extended his felicita- tion to benefit from friendly relation-
tion privileges. Concerned importers may submit reactivated. tions to President Duterte for advanc- ships with all countries particularly with
Customs Commissioner Nicanor a letter asking for the temporary lift- Furthermore, importers whose ing the interest of the Filipino people the big powers and so my comment is
Faeldon said erring importers may file ing of such suspension, cancellation, shipments are still in transit at the through implementing an indepen- very good, very positive. So I would like
their requests before the Office of the or revocation in order to immediately time of the suspension are advised to dent foreign policy. to congratulate him on the success of
Commissioner (OCOM). accommodate the processing of ship- submit their letter requests after the He made a very positive assess- his foreign policy, he said.
Faeldon issued on Friday the memo- ments arrived prior to or on the date of shipment/s have arrived at the port of ment on how President Duterte acted He even praised Foreign Affairs
randum providing the guidelines for the suspension, cancellation, and revoca- destination. as the countrys chief architect of inde- Secretary Alan Peter Cayetanos efforts
temporary lifting of suspension, cancel- tion of their accreditation privileges. The BOC noted that the request for pendent foreign policy during his first in cementing ties between China and
lation, and revocation of the Customs ac- The letter-request must contain the temporary lifting of the suspension, year in Malacaang. Philippines.
creditation privileges of importers with the consignees name, address, and cancellation or revocation may only be Well, this is my personal experience Cayetano ended his four-day official
seized or forfeited shipments, or both. contact number; bill of lading number/s submitted once. Subsequent requests because ever since President Duterte visit to Beijing, China from June 28 to
He said the issuance of the directive (only those provided will be processed); from the same importer shall no longer took office, hes been very successful in July 1 upon the invitation of Chinese
is part of the bureaus commitment list and the description of the pending be entertained by the OCOM. advancing the interests of the Philippines Foreign Minister Wang Yi.
to facilitate trade in a more efficient shipments; port of destination of the It was disclsoed that since the start in the regional and international context. Well, the agenda is very clear fur-
manner. subject shipments; and a statement that of the year, the bureau has revoked 613 Hes been pursuing an independent ther enhance the relationship between
The BOC also wants to ensure that a motion or letter for reconsideration accreditations, including those traders policy, Zhao said in a media interview on China and the Philippines. I think Sec-
despite the continuing suspension or to permanently lift such suspension, that have not updated their contact the recent occasion of 20th Anniversary retary Cayetano is doing a very good
revocation of erring importers ac- cancellation or revocation has been information, and those whose licenses of Hong Kongs Return to China. job, Zhao said.
creditation, port congestion would be filed with the Accounts management have been blocked for reactivation.

Pacquiao locks horn... 1

and took a generous portion of the Its never easy to lose weight, he
delectable dishes on the table as he said.
gets ready to make the first defense of Im going to feel a lot better very
the WBO 147-lb title he took last year soon. Ive got to go eat as soon as I finish
in Las Vegas. with the media, keep drinking, keep up
Excited to be fighting again and with the fluids all day, all night.
looking forward to put on a big show for Now that the second-most important
the boxing fans, said Pacquiao, whose task has been overcome, Horn stressed
next fight could be in November pro- that focus has now shifted to following
vided that he survives the fresher and the game plan point-by-point.
younger Horn. I am going to keep going over the
While he has talked about luring plan and keep everything in mind so I
Floyd Mayweather into a rematch, can get the job done, said the blue-eyed
Pacquiao (59-6-2 with 38 KOs) insists Brisbane bomber, who even sparred
that he is not looking past Horn (16-0-1 during the eve of the weigh-in as a way
with 11 KOs). to get rid of extra weight.
We trained hard and I cant wait to Glenn Rushton, Horns long-time
show everyone that I still have it, added trainer, remains confident that Pacquiao
Pacquiao, who executed his trademark will pay dearly for underestimating his
muscle-flexing move after making the fighter.
weight. They will know how good Jeff is
Those in attendance cheered when how competitive and technically profi-
Pacquiao pulled off this act while the cient he is, added Rushton.
reaction to Horns ability to get down But Hall of Famer Freddie Roach has
to 147 lbs sounded like pieces of paper none of Rushtons bold words.
being crumpled. Well knock him out if he decides to
There were concerns earlier when engage early, said Roach, noting that
Horn himself disclosed that he was still doing so would render the scorecsheets
carrying excess baggage less than 48 of the judges meaningless.
hours before the fight. The referee, incidentally, will be
MAGAZINES AND FOOD Manila Bulletin Cebu branch distributed magazines and food to the beneficiaries of the Grand Halad But Horn, a former schoolteacher, Marc Nelson of Minnesota and the three
sa Kapamilya ABS-CBN yesterday at the Cebu Technological University. In photo, Julito Geologan, manager of Manila Bulletin didnt look as though he had to go judges are Ramon Cerdan of Argentina,
Cebu branch, leads the distribution campaign. (Juan Carlo de Vela) through hell in dropping to 147 after Chris Florez of Arizona and Waleska
telling a large gathering Thursday that Roldan of New York.
he was still more than two kilos over- But even if the fight goes the full

GMA backs Duterte... 1

Build, Build, Build
As an economist, the former Presi-
dent also lauded the Duterte admin-
weight.
Apparently, the reduction wasnt at
all too drastic as Horn didnt appear to be
route, Roach added that he doesnt have
any issues with all of them.
Besides, Roach believes Pacquiao
law in Mindanao, Arroyo declared as In two separate press statements istrations P3.6-trillion Build, Build, gaunt and was even in a bubbly mood. can get it done in a couple of rounds.
she addressed women civic leaders of issued a day before Dutertes first Build infrastructure flagship initiative Still, Horn swears that he encoun- Manny can get him in two (rounds),
the country. anniversary as president, Arroyo was commendable and is a step in the tered a bit of difficulty dropping. he added.
Ive been president, and being lauded the former Davao City mayor right direction towards sustaining our
president, you have information that for demonstrating awesome leader- robust economic growth.
others will not have, she said. ship and for his sustained efforts But more than his accomplish- led by national president Gloria Golez societies where men and women, boys
The former chief executive added: in boosting the morale of soldiers and ments of the technical work as presi- for bringing help to those displaced by and girls of different faiths lived to-
They help you make a decision but policemen fighting the ISIS-linked dent, what President Duterte has done the conflict. gether in peace.
you cannot share all the information Maute terrorists in Marawi City. is to inspire and unite the Filipino It will take long time to rebuild the
with others. So it is important that we just people towards his goal of effecting beautiful city of Marawi. The people of Inherited a battlefield
Arroyo has been supportive of trust the President, because he knows real change for the country, she Marawi will need the whole country But by the time I became presi-
Dutertes past and current decisions what you dont know and he knows stated. in rebuilding their broken lives, the dent, I inherited a battlefield in Mind-
except the proposed restoration of the what hes doing so let us all support lawmaker said. anao. The rebellion had gained ground
death penalty. the martial law declaration of Duterte Help Marawi residents She recalled growing up in her led by the MILF in 1972 and while there
The three-term Pampanga solon in Mindanao, Arroyo told the Inner Arroyo called on Filipinos to con- grandmothers farm in nearby Iligan was a peace agreement in 1996 the
rejected the death penalty bill when Wheel officers. tinue extending help to Marawi City City and as a child, she and her cousins MILF continued the rebellion. When I
presented for third and final reading Arroyos call for support to the residents, especially those who have often visited Marawi City, which they became president it got all complicated
at the House of Representatives, Duterte leadership came as the 60- been displaced as a result of the Maute then called Dansalan. because of the ascendance of interna-
which cost her deputy speakership day martial law declaration is set to attack in their city. Arroyo said Marawi City and Iligan tional terrorism and the latest warfare
post. expire on July 22. She cited the Inner Wheel Clubs City were very pluralistic and diverse after 911, she recalled.
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US amplifies
pressure on China
W
ASHINGTON (AP) describing it as the centerpiece
Less than three of their strategy for preventing
months after Presi- North Korea's isolated totalitar-
dent Donald Trump ian government from being able
and China's leader strolled the to strike the US homeland with
manicured lawns at Mar-a-Lago, nuclear weapons.
the White House is suddenly en- Trump hinted at his loss of
gaged in a multi-pronged pres- patience last week, tweeting that
sure campaign against Beijing, his bid to secure a tougher Chi-
born of frustration with the lim- nese approach has not worked
ited results of their much-touted out.'' China represents about 90
cooperation on ending North percent of North Korea's trade.
Korea's nuclear threat. After a meeting Friday with
Delivering a one-two punch South Korean President Moon
to China on Thursday, the Trump Jae-in that focused heavily on
administration approved a $1.4- North Korea, Trump made no
billion arms sale to Taiwan and reference to Beijing.
blacklisted a small Chinese bank The shifts in Trump's China
over its business ties with North policy in some way reflect the
Korea. The State Department natural ebbs and flows that are
earlier in the week gave Beijing a to be expected in great power re-
dismal grade in a new human traf- lations. The US and China have
ficking report that was endorsed the world's two biggest econo-
by Ivanka Trump, the president's mies, with all the commercial
daughter and senior adviser. opportunities and headaches
The actions culminated days such a dynamic entails. While
of increased irritation among the America's military is by far the
president and his top aides over strongest, the gap with China is
China's reluctance to tighten the rapidly narrowing. On security,
economic screws on Pyongyang. diplomacy, foreign investment
Until recently, American officials and other matters, it's only
had been hailing the improved natural that US and Chinese
coordination with China and interests will collide.

Xi draws red line in HK

HONG KONG (AFP) China's position as the most powerful Chi-
President Xi Jinping said Satur- nese leader in a generation.
day Hong Kong was freer than The trip was his first since
ever before, but laid down an becoming president in 2013 and
uncrossable ''red line'' for any comes three years after mass
challenge to Beijing's authority as pro-democracy rallies crippled
the city marked 20 years since it parts of the city for months.
was handed back by Britain. Xi said Saturday that any
Xi spoke in a televised address threat to China's sovereignty and
after swearing in new Hong Kong security or to the power of the
leader Carrie Lam as pro and central government ''crosses the
anti-Beijing protesters clashed red line and is absolutely imper-
close to the ceremony. missible.''
Lam was selected by a pro- He also warned against any-
China committee, as were her one endangering Hong Kong's
predecessors, and is already constitution or using the city ''to
being cast by critics as a China carry out infiltration and sabotage
stooge in a city where many are activities against the mainland.''
angry at Beijing's tightening grip The message comes as young
on the freedoms of its nearly eight activists have emerged calling for
million people. self-determination or even full
A huge security operation independence for Hong Kong,
shut down large parts of Hong which has infuriated Beijing.
Kong for Xi's three-day visit, Xi insisted that Hong Kong
reflecting Beijing's concern that had ''more extensive democratic
there should be no embarrass- rights and freedoms than at
ment ahead of a key Communist any other time in its history''
Party congress later this year and pledged to uphold its semi-
which is expected to cement his autonomous status.

Doctor makes
good on promise
to kill colleagues
NEW YORK (AP) Dr. Henry was hunting for someone in par-
Bello proved a man of his word. ticular when he went to the 16th
After he was forced to resign floor and started shooting.
as a family medicine doctor amid There are many, many de-
sexual harassment allegations, tails that we're still putting to-
he threatened his colleagues. He gether,'' Mayor Bill de Blasio said,
said he would kill them. adding that terrorism was not
On Friday, Bello returned to involved in the attack. This was
Bronx Lebanon Hospital with an a horrible situation unfolding in a
AR-15 assault rifle tucked under place that people associated with
his white lab coat and opened care and comfort, a situation that
fire in his old department, kill- came out of nowhere.''
ing one doctor and critically His former co-workers de-
wounding six other people at scribed a man who was aggres-
the hospital, according to law sive, loud, and threatening.
enforcement officials. All the time he was a prob-
Bello then shot himself, and lem,'' said Dr. David Lazala,
staggered, bleeding, into a hall- who trained Bello as a family
way where he collapsed and died medicine doctor. When Bello
with the rifle at his side, officials was forced out in 2015, he sent
said. A photo showed the doctor Lazala an email blaming him for
on a blood-spattered floor as the dismissal.
police stood over him. We fired him because he
Now, detectives are trying to was kind of crazy,'' Dr. Maureen
piece together what prompted Kwankam told the Daily News.
Bello to snap two years after he He promised to come back and
was forced out, and whether he kill us then.''
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5 Cavite cops probed for abusing inmates

By ANTHONY GIRON
SOLIDARITY

C
CONGRESS AMP GARCIA, Cavite At
Participants to least five police officers were
Newsbits the first-ever relieved, disarmed, and are
Solidarity Congress
Cagayan barangay for Persecuted
now under investigation in
connection with reported physical
captain yields drugs Christians view abuses against two detainees at the
drawings on exhibit Bacao Outpost Custodial Center in
A barangay chairman in Lasam, which were made General Trias City.
Cagayan was arrested on Wednesday by Syrian children Senior Superintendent Arthur Velas-
by anti-narcotics agents and police to illustrate the co Bisnar, Cavite Police Provincial Office
after a search of his house yielded harrowing scenes (PPO) director, has already placed under
three sachets of shabu. Barangay of conflict in restrictive custody PO2 Mark Jason Pe-
Viga Chairman Florante Duarte, 46, Syria at the Lay pino and Police Officers 1 Ralph Marvin
was arrested by joint operatives of Formation Center Solpico and Daniel Sosa, PO3 Lemuel
the Philippine Drug Enforcement in Dagupan City Danglisan and PO1 Jobeth Collantes on
Agency (PDEA) and the Lasam last Thursday. The complaints of grave misconduct, torture,
Municipal Police Station (MPS) after drawings are part
and sexual abuse.
the execution of a search warrant of over a million
Bisnar made the move upon orders
at his house. The warrant, issued by illustrations by
of Director-General Ronald Bato M.
Executive Judge Francisco S. Donato young Syrians
dela Rosa, Philippine National Police
of the Regional Trial Court Branch which have
(PNP) chief, and Chief Superintendent
33 in Ballesteros, Cagayan, resulted been sent to
Ma.O R. Aplasca, Police Region 4-A di-
in the seizure of three sachets of the European
rector, who were disgusted by the inci-
shabu, a Colt .45-caliber pistol, seven Parliament to
dents that happened at the outpost jail
bullets, and an MK2 fragmentation seek an end to the
in General Trias last June 17 and 18.
grenade. (Liezle Basa Iigo) countrys civil war.
The top police officials said they
(Jojo Rioza
would also look into the liability of high-
er police officers in the jail incidents.
Cabugao mayor The actions stemmed from a com-

acquitted of assault Weather station to boost sugarcane yield plaint of one Samuel Odin Nalong, a de-
tainee who cited that he was beaten by
at least three officers, whom he named
Mayor Edgardo S. Cobangbang, By ELLALYN DE VERA-RUIZ Center (WRMC) of the Central Lu- changing climatic conditions and as Pepino, Solpico and Sosa when he
Jr. of Cabugao, Ilocos Sur was zon State University to help boost weather patterns. The industry could not render information that they
acquitted by the Sandiganbayan An automatic weather station the country's sugarcane yield. expansion depends upon efficient wanted from him.
Second Division of direct assault (AWS) has been installed in Pam- In a seminar series hosted by water use, Espino said. Nalong was reportedly detained on
charge leveled against him by a panga to help boost irrigation and the Southeast Asian Regional Cen- The sugarcane industry targets a drug charge following an operation
barangay captain back in 2010. raise sugarcane yield. ter Graduate Study and Research to raise yield by 2024 to 75 metric last June 12 in the city.
Cobangbang was earlier accused Located at the Luzon Agricul- in Agriculture, WRMC head Ar- tons (MT) per hectare, up by 27 Aside from the beatings, Nalong
by Assistant Special Prosecutor III tural Research and Extension Cen- mando Espino Jr., said irrigation percent from the present 59 MT. and one Ernesto Buco, also a detain-
Karen Funelas of violating Article ter in Floridablanca, Pampanga, will be key to raising sugar produc- Improving irrigation will be a ee, also complained that they were
148 of the Revised Penal Code when the Optimum Irrigation Scheduling tivity in the Philippines. major factor to achieve this in or- forced to perform sexual act in the jail
he allegedly assaulted Barangay System for sugarcane was adopted Water is a major limiting fac- der to raise sugar sectors present and were beaten up with a stick while
Chairman Angeles C. Savellano Jr. on by Water Resources Management tor for productivity (especially) in value of R87 billion. blindfolded.
Sept. 13, 2010. The allegation was
that Cobangbang struck Savellanos
head with a microphone during the
Barangay General Assembly, which
caused Savellano to seek medical
HS teacher, drug ring leader killed in encounters with cops
attention for up to 10 days. In the 10- By LIEZLE BASA IIGO Thursday. target (HVT) and, along with police, identified the fatality as Rodolfo Ma-
page resolution signed by Associate Police said Rogelio Andres, set up a buy-bust operation to arrest calindong, alias Rojun, who was
and LYKA MANALO
Justice Michael Frederick Musngi 45, single, of Barangay Que- him last Thursday at 10:10 a.m. on a killed around 1:45 p.m. while exchang-
and concurred to by Oscar Herrera Jr. One was a high school zon, Solano, Nueva Ecija, was cornfield in Purok 5, Barangay Curi- ing fire with police from inside his
and Lorifel Pahimna last June 22, the teacher in Nueva Vizcaya, a respected high school teach- fang in Solano. white Mitsubishi Lancer (WAZ-968) on
court decided to dismiss the charge while the other a gangster in er, but went down the crooked But during the sting operation, An- Makalintal Avenue, Barangay Taysan,
since the prosecution was only able
Batangas; but both of them road when he started dealing dres figured he was dealing with an un- this town.
to prove that Savellano was injured,
allegedly sold illegal drugs drugs. dercover agent so he pulled out his .38- The PPO said police who engaged
but not the circumstance of the
and ended up being killed in The Philippine Drug En- caliber revolver and fired it. He missed Macalindong in a shootout were in
crime. (Czarina Nicole O. Ong)
separate shootouts with police forcement Agency (PDEA) his target and was shot by a back-up possession of three warrants against
and anti-narcotics agents last listed Andres as a high-value agent, killing him on-the-spot. the suspect.
A sachet of shabu, the marked R500 After subduing Macalindong, po-
bill, his cellular phone, and his Euro lice took him to the San Jose District
Sport motorcycle without a license Hospital, but he died while undergo-
plate were seized by the operatives. ing treatment.
Hours later in Batangas, police It was learned that he was the al-
shot and killed the alleged leader of a leged leader of the Macalindong Drug
local drug syndicate in San Jose town Group and one of the suspects in the
who traded fire with them from inside killing of Senior Police Officer 1 Bryan
his car. De Jesus last May in Balayan town,
The Police Provincial Office (PPO) this province.

RESCUE SCENARIO Rescue teams practice how to pull out emergency victims from a
collapsed building during a demonstration yesterday on Melvin Jones Football Grounds
in Burnham Park, Baguio City on the occasion of National Disaster Resilience Month.
(Zaldy C. Comanda)

COA reveals irregularities

in Ifugao disbursements,
seeks raps against officials
By BEN R. ROSARIO
and other unauthorized expenditures.
The COA Order of Execution for the
The Commission on Audit (COA) has collection of R211,864.14 in cash short-
sought the filing of legal action against age had not been enforced and a total of
officials and employees of the Ifugao pro- R161,036.00 in receivables from officials
vincial government for failing to settle had not been settled contrary to Section
R372,000 in cash shortage and unliquidat- 89 of PD No. 1445 and COA Circular No.
ed cash advances. 97-002, exposing government funds to mis-
COA revealed Thursday that it also use or misappropriation and may lead to
asked the provincial government to act on possible filing of cases against delinquent
the inelligible expenditures of the prov- personnel, the COA report stated.
ince of over R1 million that was deducted The cash shortage was held against
from the provinces disaster fund. administrative assistant Rita D. Buhong
In its 2016 Annual Audit Report for Ifugao, who was unable to settle the R211,864.14 in
COA noted that provincial officials disbursed missing funds despite the issuance of the
R1,045,239 from its disaster fund to pay for COE in early 2016.
the salaries of road maintenance workers. The other receivables comprised the
Another R110,053 was utilized to disburse cash advances of accountable officers who
expenses for office and IT supplies, travel, failed to liquidate the amount entrusted
repairs and installation of anti-virus software them.
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Moved by
MB story,
US reader
sends gift
to single
dad in Cebu
By KIER EDISON C. BELLEZA

MANDAUE CITY, Cebu Under the

scorching heat of the sun, an overjoyed
Eric Alilin ferried passengers on his
tricycle, his smile easing the discomfort. MOVING STORY The story of Eric Alilin (center), a tricycle driver who is both father
He had just received what to him was a and mother to his five children, moved a reader of Manila Bulletin in the US to send
surprise windfall. A reader of the Manila him a cash gift. In photo, Alilin poses with four of his children and his mother. (Juan
Bulletin Online in the United States had Carlo de Vela)
read a fathers day story about him and
sent a gift which he received from his
children.
The reader, Raul delos Santos, 57, a
retired Filipino based in New Jersey, read
an article on the life of Alilin, 46, a tricycle
driver, who is both a mother and a father
to his five children.
Delos Santos, also a father of two suc-
cessful adult children, said he was moved
with compassion after reading Alilins
story.
Right there and then, he decided to
reach out to MB and sent $150 to help
Alilins family. That was the Fathers Day
gift of Delos Santos children.
Naisipan ko na ipadala yung pera
kasi alam ko mas kailangan nila yun kesa
sakin (I thought of sending that money
because I know that they need it more than
me). Im happier when I can be of help to
other people, rather than buying material
things for myself, he said in an interview
through Facebook.
According to him, the feeling of help-
ing other people is priceless, he said,
encouraging those with a good heart to
help the family in any way they can.
If only I have the means, Ill sustain
them every month but I am now retired,
Delos Santos said, adding that, he con-
siders helping people in need as his mis-
sion.
Alilin was speechless when the time
the Manila Bulletin Cebu News Team went
to his shanty in Mandaue City to give the
financial assistance from Delos Santos.
To Alilin, Delos Santos is the Good
Samaritan.
Thank you so much for your help, Sir.
I will really prioritize the schooling of my
kids and the renovation of our houses
roof because every time there is a heavy
downpour, we really get wet. God will take
care of you,) the teary-eyed Alilin said in
Cebuano.
After receiving the money, he immedi-
ately ran to the market to buy food for his
kids and maintenance medicines for his
75-year-old mother, Deisypina Bataluna,
who is paralyzed.
Touched by the act of kindness, the tri-
cycle driver said he will continue to work
hard so that his five children can finish
even just high school so that they can get
employed and earn a living.

DSWD
validates Yolanda
survivors before
releasing aid
By TARA YAP

ILOILO CITY The list of Superty-

phoon Yolanda survivors in three prov-
inces in Panay Island has to be validated
first before the beneficiaries can receive
financial assistance from the government,
the Department of Social Welfare and De-
velopment (DSWD-6) clarified.
Rebecca Geamala, DSWD-6 regional
director, emphasized this after protesters
trooped to DSWD-6 regional office in Iloilo
City last June 28-29.
Geamala said that the validation of
Presidential Financial Assistance (PFA)
beneficiaries in the provinces of Antique,
Capiz, and Iloilo is expected to be com-
pleted by July 17.
Protesters earlier accused DSWD-6
of holding the release of the PFA worth
R5,000 intended for Yolanda survivors.
Geamala said there was no delay in
the releasing of the assistance because
DSWD-6 is still in the validation stage.
The 126,261 beneficiaries on the list must
be verified and counter-checked if anyone
previously received the R30,000 or R10,000
financial assistance from the government,
she said.
Geamala further clarified that DSWD-6
has yet to get a hold of the fund or the cash
cards for the beneficiaries.
The funding will come from the Office
of the President and later approved by the
Department of Budget and Management
(DBM). With the approval, it will be trans-
ferred to Landbank and then to DSWD.
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E-MAIL ADDRESS: [email protected] reported broken into by malicious software that its system of electronic voting in 2009 after the
locked up their files, followed by demands for German Federal Constitutional Court ruled that
PUBLISHERS ASSOCIATION ransom for their release. Victims of the cyber with the impossibility of meaningful public scrutiny,
attacks included government offices, banks, electronic voting is unconstitutional.
OF THE PHILIPPINES, INC. UNITED PRINT MEDIA GROUP SHARING IDEAS, INSPIRING CHANGE.
supermarkets, and hospitals. In the Philippines, questions have long been
Attacks are increasing in the cyber universe. raised about the reliability of computerized voting,
MANILA BULLETIN HEAD OFFICE Some attacks were made to inflict damage on spe- particularly in the consolidation of precinct results
ADVERTISING DEPARTMENT cific organizations, including governments; acquire and their transmission to the national election
sensitive data as part of corporate espionage; steal center. Until there is conclusive proof of computer-
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Tel. 527-7522 Fax 527-7526 But the most notorious cyber incident in recent reports of hackers getting into computer systems
weeks has been the charge that Russian hackers and blocking them for ransom, or exposing their
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READ: James 3:2-10 and useful elements, so the tongue has the power of
Let your conversation be always full life and death (18:21).
of grace, seasoned with salt. Colossians 4:6 For conversation that reflects Gods presence in
reflections today us and pleases Him, let it always be full of grace

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here I come from in northern Ghana, (COL. 4:6). When expressing our opinions during

The mission bush fires are regular occurrences in the

dry season between December and March.
Ive witnessed many acres of farmland set
disagreements, lets ask God to help us choose whole-
some language that brings honor to Him. Lawrence
Darmani
of the twelve ablaze when the winds carried tiny embers from fire-
places or from cigarette butts carelessly thrown by the
roadside. With the dry grassland vegetation, all that is
Guide my conversation today, Lord.
May the words I choose bless and encourage others
Matthew 10:37-42 in Blood, along with those of other Jesuits needed to start a devastating fire is a little spark. and build them up rather than tear them down. May
killed in different Third World countries. That is how James describes the tongue, calling You be pleased with what You hear.

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esus said to his apostles: Whoever Asked by his superiors why he volun- it a world of evil among the parts of the body. It cor- Anger can make us speak our mind when we
loves father or mother more than me teered to join the mission in Chad, Alfredo rupts the whole body, sets the whole course of ones should be minding our speech.
is not worthy of me, and whoever had replied: Why do I want to go to this poor life on fire, and is itself set on fire by hell (JAMES
loves son or daughter more than country? It is simple: because it is difficult. 3:6). A false statement made here or backbiting there, 2017 ODB Ministries, 3000, Kraft Ave., SE,
me is not worthy of me; and whoever does I believe that I am called to the difficult and a vicious remark somewhere else, and relationships Grand Rapids, Michigan 49555-0001, USA. Used by
not take up his cross and follow after me the demanding. Alfredo and others like him are destroyed. The words of the reckless pierce like permission. For this and other materials contact
is not worthy of me. Whoever finds his life who search the difficult and enjoy living a swords, says Proverbs 12:18, but the tongue of the ODB Ministries at 322 P. Guevarra, San Juan City
will lose it, and whoever loses his life for my life of sacrifice never fail to amaze us. Many wise brings healing. Just as fire has both destructive (Phils.); Tel.: 722-2010.
sake will find it. young people make sacrifices only so that
Whoever receives you receives me, and they can have a better life later on. They
whoever receives me receives the one who choose a course in college that would open
sent me. Whoever receives a prophet be- lucrative opportunities in the future. the money to the poor. Jesus challenges the young man to had already sold his properties. He went and offered
cause he is a prophet will receive a prophets Jesus says that he who wishes to save his leave the world of mediocrity and follow him, the Savior, himself as a slave in exchange for the other mans
reward, and whoever receives a righteous life will lose it. He who is willing to sacrifice along the road of sacrifice. freedom. The pirates accepted his offer and sent the
man because he is righteous will receive a his life for Jesus sake will find it. This is the There are times when we are reluctant to help our man home. Paul took his place until someone paid his
righteous reward. And whoever gives only a law of the gospel and this is rooted in Jesus neighbors in need. Perhaps it is because we feel that they ransom.
cup of cold water to one of these little ones to himself. While Jesus goes around Palestine do not deserve it. Sometimes it is because we simply do not The examples set by Alfredo Perez and Paul of
drink because he is a disciple amen, I say to preaching the good news, sacrifice is part of have the motivation nor the patience to make sacrifices Nola show that there is no limit to loving others for
you, he will surely not lose his reward. his daily life. He tells a would be-follower: for others. But the Gospel passage reminds us that we Jesus sake.
Foxes have dens and birds of the sky have choose the difficult and demanding way of life not because No matter how powerful, you still need to have
Reflection nests, but the Son of Man has nowhere to our neighbor needs us but for Jesus sake. A person who recourse to Jesus for the impossible. Pray for an
For Jesus Sake. On December 1, rest his head (Mt 8:20). does things for Jesus is not easily discouraged by human increase in faith.
1973, young Spanish Jesuit Alfredo Perez Lo- Whoever finds his life (v 39) applies to ingratitude or lack of appreciation.
bato was killed in Chad, Africa at the height the rich man (cf Mk 10:17-24) who cannot Paul of Nola, a bishop, sold the golden chalices used for SOURCE: 365 Days with the Lord 2017, ST.
of the civil war. He was hit by a stray bullet break away from the confines of comfort and the Mass to be able to ransom slaves. One day, he learned PAULS Philippines, 7708 St. Paul Rd., SAV, Makati
while helping refugees. The story of his short ease. He goes away sad because he could not about a poor family which had no money to ransom their City (Phils.); Tel.: 895-9701; Fax 895-7328; E-mail:
life is featured in the book A Community follow Jesus demand: sell anything and give father from the pirates. The bishop had no money and he [email protected]; Website: http://www.stpauls.ph.
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Mindanao News Sunday, July 2, 2017 11

MNLF forms task

force against
kidnapping, terrorism
By NONOY E. LACSON Forces of the Philippines, Western Mind-
anao Command (AFP-WestMinCom) Com-

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ASIL, Indanan, Sulu Top mili- mander Carlito Galvez, National Security
tary and national government Adviser Hermogenes Esperon and Presi-
officials including dignitaries from dential Peace Adviser Jesus Dureza.
the Office of the Prime Minister Emphasizing further that there was
of Malaysia formally witnessed yesterday nothing to hide regarding the task and func-
the launch of the Moro National Liberation tions of the MNLF Task Forces whose aim
Front (MNLF) Task Force Anti-Kidnapping is to help the government, the military, the
and Anti-Terrorism here. local government units and our people, the
MNLF Chair Yusop Jikiri announced residents of the community, in the common
the formation of the task force, which will drive against kidnapping and terrorism.
be composed on a battalion of MNLF com- He accused the bandits and terrorists
batants drawn from the rank and file of the of abusing the lives and livelihood of our
Bangsamoro Army. people, and besmirching the good name of
They are all former MNLF combatants Islam and the Muslims by their misguid-
who are supposed to be in their retirement ance, banditry and terroristic activities.
but still committed to serve the MNLF, es- The MNLF wants to clear its commu-
pecially in promoting peace, Jikiri said. nities of all criminal elements and we dont
Jikiri said that the creation of the task want these bandits and terrorists to use
Force was an initiative of the new leader- MNLF areas as their hideouts or bases. As
ship of the MNLF Central Committee and we also dont want them to seek any assis-
was presented, discussed and approved by tance from the residents to enhance their
the military and the political office of the evil objectives. This is precisely the reason
Duterte Administration. why the MNLF had organized you - our task
It was also discussed with the Armed force, Jikiri told the crowd.

Business leaders laud approval of Mindanao Railways Phase 1

By ANTONIO L. COLINA IV A project such as this, that can con- produced by non-traditional producers. June 16, Speaker Pantaleon Alvarez said
nect the whole island of Mindanao, and It will make our export products more national government will fund the acquisi-
DAVAO CITY Business leaders were hasten the transportation of passengers, competitive and open a lot of new areas tion of the right-of-way, while the rest of the
all praises after the National Economic goods and products will definitely be good that are not traditionally sources of these project will be funded through the official
and Development Authority (NEDA) for all, he said. commodities, he said. development assistance (ODA). Newsbits
Board approved Phase 1 of the 830-km He said he believed that a faster The NEDA Board announced Wednes- He said the construction of the railway
Mindanao Railway Project (MRP) that will and hopefully more expedient means of day that it already adopted the National system will start early next year. Avisado elected
run from Tagum City in Davao del Norte, transportation will pave the way for a Transport Policy (NTP), and approved 11 In a statement on Wednesday issued
passing through Davao City, and to Digos heightened pace of development for our big-ticket projects that included airports, by the NEDA, it said that the NEDA Board BSP president
City in Davao del Sur. local economies. seaports, and even education. adopted the NTP which aims to unify all
DAVAO CITY Lawyer Wendel E. Avisado
Davao City Chamber of Commerce and Mindanao Business Council (MBC) Among these was the R35.26 billion, transport-related projects in the country, was reelected National President of the
Industry Inc. (DCCCII) President Ronald Chair Vicente T. Lao said the railway proj- 102.28-km MRP Phase 1. particularly by synchronizing decisions Boy Scouts of the Philippines (BSP) last
Go said the railway project will allow the ect can also benefit the export products of In an interview during the launch of and investments of all transport-related Friday, June 30, at the BSP National
faster movement of people and goods Mindanao by becoming more competitive the Tuason-owned Hijo Industrial Estates agencies and better coordinate such efforts Headquarters in Manila.
across Mindanao. and open up opportunities for products in Barangay Madaum, Tagum City on between the national and local levels. According to BSP Public Relations
Officer Dante Simangan, Avisado was
unanimously voted anew by its 35
board members, who elected among
Tent schools themselves the national officers to lead
its 2.7 million-strong BSP members
throughout the country. Avisado is
to go up in currently President Rodrigo R. Dutertes
Presidential Assistant on Special
Concern and had also served as City
Marawi City Councilor and City Administrator of
Davao City. The other officers elected
were Senior Vice President- Former
By MERLINA HERNANDO-MALIPOT Governor Roberto M. Pagdanganan;
VP for Luzon- Batangas Vice Governor
The month-long armed conflict Sofronio C. Ona, JR; VP for Visayas -
between the military forces and lo- Former Cebu Board Member Jose Ma.
cal terrorists has left at least seven C. Gastardo; VP for Mindanao - Tagum
City Mayor Allan L. Rellon; National
schools damaged in Marawi City, the
Treasurer Francisco B. Aniag; Chief
Department of Education (DepEd) National Commissioner - Misamis
said. Oriental Vice Governor Jose Mari G.
This was disclosed by DepEd Pelaez and International Commissioner
Autonomous Region in Muslim Min- - Cabadbaran Mayor Dale B. Corvera.
danao (ARMM) Assistant Secretary (Jonathan Santes)
for Academics Marjuni Maddi.
Maddi said that among the dam-
aged schools were Raya Madaya
Assistance for
Elementary School, Raya Madaya II Marawi evacuees
Primary School, Dansalan Primary
School, Mambuay Elementary School, BUTUAN CITY Officials of the provincial
Mamintal Disomangcop Central government, along with the Disaster
Risk Reduction And Management
Elementary School, Banggolo El-
Council (DRRMC) of Agusan del Sur,
ementary School and Marawi Central distributed on Thursday and Friday three
Elementary Pilot School. truckloads of food packs and other relief
We still do not know the extent of goods to families affected by the Marawi
damage in other schools but these are DEFIANT Despite governments campaign against illegally reproduced movies and television shows, the rampant sale of siege, who are currently being housed
the ones that were heavily damaged so pirated DVDs continues in Davao City, as could be seen in this stall which is blanketed by a wall of the contraband. (Keith in different evacuation centers in Lanao
Bacongco)
far, he said. provinces and Iligan City. Agusan del
As per DepEd, the seven schools Sur Gov. Adolph Edward G. Plaza led

Driver of LTO official

consist of 137 classrooms. regional office do not tolerate any form members of the provinces legislative
DepEd said that there are 69 other of corruption. body in distributing aid to 1,400
public schools in Marawi City that In fact, an official request has been families staying in evacuation centers
in Pantao Ragat, Lanao del Norte and
need to undergo assessment to check sent in May this year to the NBI and
the extent of damage. Only when these
schools have been deemed safe that
nabbed in entrapment ops Criminal Investigation and Detection
Group (CIDG) to launch an investiga-
Maria Cristina in Iligan City. The Agusan
del Sur officials also proceeded to the
Armys Fourth Reconnaissance Battalion
classes will be allowed to resume. By YAS D. OCAMPO money from a van operator who was tion and go after individuals who are headquarters and distributed to the
In an effort to ensure that learn- seeking a permit to be allowed to pick tarnishing the anti-corruption efforts soldiers families family food packs,
ing of students will continue despite DAVAO CITY A driver of the Land up passengers outside the city-operated of LTO-11, Dy said. chocolates, soap, shampoo, toothpaste,
the Marawi clash, DepEd ARMM Transportation Office (LTO 11) regional overland transport terminal. Dy denied any knowledge of the toothbrush and other personal hygiene
said that tent classrooms that will director was apprehended in an entrap- NBI regional director Arnold Rosa- activities of his driver. products. These relief goods that we
serve as temporary learning spaces ment operation inside the LTO office by les said Tumpag was apprehended for Other than official, this office had distributed to the affected families in
(TLS) will be put up for the displaced the National Bureau of Investigation violation of the Anti-Red Tape Law. no knowledge nor participation of what- Marawi siege were from the provincial
students. (NBI) here. Tumpag was found in possession ever his personal activities are, legal or government and residents of Agusan
del Sur, Gov. Plaza said. (Mike U.
Data from DepEd ARMM showed Mamerto Tumpag Jr., designated of R5,000 marked money he demanded illegal, Dy said.
Crismundo)
that around 900 displaced pupils will be driver for LTO 11 Director Gomer Dy, from the van operator. The regional office will pursue
placed in these tent classrooms to en- was arrested inside the LTO regional Tumpag reportedly sought for fees further internal investigations but
sure that they will continue learning office along Quimpo Boulevard, last Fri- ranging from R1,500 to R5,000. rest assured that due process will be Law school
despite the ongoing crisis. The tent day, after allegedly receiving extortion In a statement, Dy insisted that the observed, he said. scholarship
schools will be located in Saguiaran,
Lanao del Sur as well as in Pantar and DAVAO CITY -- The City Information Office
Balo-i in Lanao del Norte.
Aside from holding classes, the
tent schools will also have feeding
Stolen guns get man into trouble with police here reported that the local government
of Davao has taken under its wing 18
scholars for its law school scholarship
programs for the displaced stu- Rock Island; Hi-Cap Shooter; Command- whose task includes putting up electricity program. The city scholars qualified
By MALU CADELINA MANAR
dents. er Caliber; Armscor; and a Caspian. in the remotest sitios of the city. for the scholarship program offered by
More than 1,000 displaced learn- KIDAPAWAN CITY A victim of theft But after having the firearms listed City Mayor Joseph Evangelista said the city under the Educational Benefit
System Unit (EBSU), the CIO said.
ers were also debriefed through a became the subject of police investigation in the police blotter, Alibangbang insisted he will have Alibangbang investigated if
Those who qualified will get a full
psychosocial first-aid program to help after he reported that the belongings sto- that it should be off the record. there would be a formal complaint that scholarship from the city, City Mayors
them overcome traumatic experi- len from him included five guns. Alibangbang denied owning the pis- would be lodged in his office. Office chief-of-staff lawyer Raul Nadela
ences due to the war. Local police here have placed Romeo tols. He said these guns were brought City police director Supt. Leo Ajero, Jr said. The law school scholars may
Data from DepEd showed that Alibangbang II, a contractual employee to him for repair. said that he would push for an inquiry enroll in any of the three law schools
over 15,000 learners from Marawi of the Kidapawan City government and He explained that part of his job at to determine how Alibangbang secured in the city, namely Ateneo de Davao
City have already been transferred a resident of Barangay Magsaysay here, the city hall included fixing broken and possession of the guns. University, University of Mindanao, and
to other schools in different regions who reported that thieves stole five damaged guns. In fact, he said he already sought Jose Maria College. Aside from helping
nationwide. However, of this number, pistols from his residence last Friday Alibangbang works for the city gov- help from the Cotabato Provincial Crime future lawyers, the city also has 40
around 7,000 displaced students are morning. ernment under Task Force Kahayag, Laboratory to determine fingerprints in slots for its medical school scholarship
still in evacuation centers. He enumerated the lost firearms as a which the city mayor created in 2013 and Alibangbangs house. program. (Yas D. Ocampo)
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12 Views Features Sunday, July 2, 2017

THROUGH UNTRUE word alive

The elusive beast When God closed a door

By FR. ROLANDO V. DELA ROSA, O.P. vision creates and peddles these By Fr. Bel San Luis, SVD that I passed out on the spot. ***
images to arouse powerful emotions, Two days after Lins visit to Yang,

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elevision has become such as anger, hatred, even militant AIPEH, TAIWAN Im *** the young man wrote his first letter
a powerful entertainment righteousness. When we see a wailing writing my column here in After several days, Lin You in to her. The act marked the beginning
medium that controls our child, a grieving wife or mother, a pile Taipeh. I thought it would deep mourning and hatred filed a of a special and treasured relation-
thinking in a most totali- of corpses in black bags, we tend to be good to share the poi- case in court. When she first saw ship with Lin.
tarian manner. For instance, it has believe that we have seen the whole gnant story on forgiveness which Yang arraigned, she couldnt believe After six years in correctional
made us believe, through relentless picture. We forget that images do not happened in Taipeh and recorded by the boy who stood in front of her could school, Yang was released on parole.
repetition, that a terrorist is almost come with built-in instructions on how Leslie Lin. be so brutal. During that dark period, He had planned to find a job but Lin
always a Muslim wearing a keffiyeh to interpret them. If we are to under- Its an illustrative lesson of Jesus she wanted to kill everyone respon- advised him to go back to school and
headdress and brandishing a ma- stand them correctly, we must still do very difficult teaching on loving an sible. On several occasions, she had learn a skill.
chine gun. Jorge Luis Borges urges that work ourselves. Borges reminds enemy. secretly hidden a knife in her bag
us to rethink such an image in his us of our responsibility to undertake when she went to the court. ***
poem The Third Tiger: the most ancient human quest: the *** Many of her friends and family
pursuit of truth the elusive third It was December 24, 2000, and 17- *** could not understand why she for-
It strikes me now as evening tiger which is often glossed over year-old Teng De had planned to go It was when she started stalking gave Yang. I didnt regret my choice
fills my soul by television reporters. to a barbeque party with his cousin. Yangs parents that she saw Yangs to forgive, she said firmly. While I
That the tiger addressed in But he finished work late. mother selling magnolias amidst the have lost my son, I dont want my ha-
my poem It is nave to think that television You need to be punished for be- bustling traffic. tred to cause another child, stricken
Is a shadowy beast, a tiger of gives us the most objective news by ing so late, said Teng Des friends His father, whose hand had been with guilt, to be led astray.
symbols telling it as it is. Unlike the print who met them. They made him do 10 amputated in a car accident, was
And scraps picked up at media, the reporting of controversial push-ups. using his good arm to sell flowers. ***
random out of books . . . issues on television does not allow They were doing this to pay the court- She believes that people who
people a second reading, thereby *** ordered compensation. have made mistakes can still con-
But by the act of giving it a depriving them of the chance to A group of boys from the other In that moment, Lin felt empathy. tribute to society if given a chance.
name, reflect deeper, or compare reports end of the football field saw Teng De Yangs parents were as poor as she She said, When God closed a
By trying to fix the limits of written from different perspectives. finishing his push-ups and thought was. door on me, he opened this win-
its world Instant, incessant TV news can eas- he was provoking them. They ap- dow.
It also becomes a fiction, not ily be misleading, forcing us to make proached Teng Des group and de- ***
a living beast, superficial or false judgments. manded an apology. Even if I were to kill Yang, it ***
Not a tiger out roaming the In an instant, the two groups wouldnt bring back my son. And my GOD BLESS the latest donors
wilds of earth. The TV news that we watch have started fighting. A 15-years-old Yang hatred would cause another family to to Adopt a Seminarian scholarship
actually undergone many stages of grabbed a fruit knife and stabbed suffer. After three years, Lin finally program: MARIE ROSE NAVARRO,
Well hunt for a third tiger interpretive selection and editing Teng De in the chest. decided to visit Yang in prison. Mrs. METRO DRY CLEAN VENTURES,
now, before they fill up the TV screen. You, can I hug you? Yang asked. C H A R L I T O - L I L I A N G AV I O L A ,
But like the others, this one too Viewers are not actually responding *** NELLY CAMPOS, AURORA ASILO,
will be a form to events as they happened. They When the boys realized what had *** ROSALYN DEL MORAL, PERSIVE-
Of what I dream, a structure respond to events interpreted, often happened, they fled. It was too late Lin nodded. Yang hugged her RANDO LUKBAN, DANNY-LITA
of words, and not myopically, by TV reporters and for Teng De. With his last breath, he tightly as pent up emotions gave way PAYWAWAL.
The flesh and bone tiger that broadcasters. told his cousin to hand his salary to to uncontrollable sobbing. Im sorry.
beyond all myth his mother. When Lin You, mother of I was wrong, Yang said over and over ***
Paces the earth. So, who is the terrorist? Who Teng, heard about the tragic death, again. His words unlocked the chains Others who want to help needy
is the elusive beast not found in she said, It was as if I was struck by of hatred and misery that had bound seminarians may inquire at: bels-
I know these things quite verse? Who is perpetrating this a lightning. The news was so crushing Lins heart for so long. [email protected].
well, vicious cycle of murder and ven-
Yet nonetheless some force geance? Is it the Arab-looking man
keeps driving me with piercing eyes and flowing beard
In this vague, unreasonable, who flaunt his victimhood to justify
and ancient quest, violence?
And I go on pursuing through THE VIEW FROM RIZAL
the hours Or, is it also the suave, clean-
Another tiger, the beast not
found in verse.
shaven broadcaster on television,
emoting exquisitely, reading the
news in perfect-pitch voice, seducing
A fathers fears
Borges poem cautions us from us to believe that there is nothing
hastily equating the TV images of wrong with violence, as long as its
terrorists with the flesh-and-bone victims are not covered live by TV By Dr. Jun Ynares, M.D. Very scared. summer.
human beings they really are. Tele- networks? Let me explain. You alone can make my eyes wa-

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ast Sunday, June 18, was You see, as you were growing ter with tears with your kiss.
Fathers Day. up, I had always been scared very You alone can make me tremble
That same day, I joined scared of the moments when you get with nervousness when you ran a
several other daddies on- disappointed: the times that I could fever or when you ran too fast on a
Gentle Breeze stage to receive our award during not be with you because of work; the busy sidewalk.
the recognition night for outstanding times that I could not get you the toys My daughters, daddys love for

The theory on fathers. The event was organized by

the Ulirang Ina Ama Foundation. It
was an honor to stand beside the men
that you wanted; the times when I
had to tell you that what you have
done was wrong.
you is what makes him strong and
brave. It is the very same love that
makes daddy weak and scared.
infant salvation who have done a near-impossible
task: balancing the duties of a father
and those of a public servant.
I have always been scared of
the times when you cried: when
you cried because you fell on the
Please never forget: you and you
alone, can do that to daddy.

By Nelly Favis Villafuerte is aborted, his soul (or spirit) departs Each of us were asked to deliver a playground and suffered a cut on As I pondered on my note to my
from the body and goes directly to response after receiving our respec- your knees; when you cried because two daughters, I realized that my

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here are many ques- heaven. Likewise, like others, I be- tive awards. your friend made you feel bad; when weakness as a dad is nothing more
tions bothering many people lieve that if an infant in the womb is I opted to do the unexpected. you cried because you had a bad than a reflection of the very same
(Christians and non-Chris- miscarried, his soul departs from the Rather than extol the greatness of dream. weakness of God, the greatest
tians alike) about the Holy body and goes directly to heaven. This fatherhood, I chose to make a public As you continue to grow up, there Father of all.
Bible. One interesting question that theory on infant salvation applies too confession. I bared the heart of a are more things I get to be scared I remembering hearing an inter-
continues to perplex many of us is with all those with mental incapaci- real-life father who has had to live about. I am scared of the moments national preacher say that Man is
this: What happens to babies, infants, ties. An astounding implication of this up to the expectations of our children when you get to do a lot of things on Gods greatest weakness.
and toddlers after they die? Do they theory on infant salvation is the stark and of the rest of society. your own without daddys help; He explained that God, our Fa-
go to heaven or hell? What about the reality that staggering billions of ba- The expectation is that a father when you tell me that its okay for me ther, is so obsessed with His love for
still-born, aborted fetuses, unborn bies are going to heaven considering is always brave and strong. After not be home since you are going out Man that He went out of His way to
fetus, miscarried babies, mentally the voluminous rates of miscarriages, all, we are usually the first heroes with your friends anyway; when my send His only Son to reconcile Man
retarded or handicapped, or those still-born deaths, and infant mortali- worshipped by our daughters and jokes which made you laugh before back to Him.
with serious mental diseases who die ties that have taken place since the sons. are now called silly and corny; God loved the world so much
before the age of accountability and, ancient times up to the present time. That night, I made sure the when the clothes I wear which used that He gave His only Son, so that
therefore, have had no chance of hear- audience understood that there is to make you think I am handsome, whoever believes in Him would not
ing or are incapable of understanding *** another side of us. you now call baduy. perish but have life everlasting,
the gospel. In the spiritual realm, the Remember the story in the Old To do that, I shared with them a You know what? As you continue the evangelist John wrote in the
age of accountability is the age when Testament when King David and note I wrote to my two daughters. to grow over the next many more Gospel.
a person can clearly comprehend that Bathshebas 7-day-old infant child It was my hope that the note would years, many more things will scare Today, one week after Fathers
they need a Savior because they too died? King David said: But now help them understand even more the daddy. I will be scared of the time I Day, I would like to wish all fa-
are sinners. he is dead, wherefore should I fast? depths of a fathers love. shall see less and less of you because thers whose obsessive love for their
Can I bring him back again? I shall Let me share that note to my you will be spending more and more families push them to work hard, to
*** go to him, but he shall not return daughters to our readers today. time with girls and guys your overcome hardships, and defy all
The answer to the above-men- to me. (2 Samuel 12:23) From this age. I will be very scared of the time obstacles in order to provide for their
tioned interesting question that Biblical verse, we see King Davids Dearest Cassa and Via, when it would be your turn to say, families needs.
continues to perplex many of us faith that one day he would be re- let me do that for you, daddy. I I pray that the grace of God, our
depends on the answer to this united with his son. This verse also As you were growing up, you shall be scared most of the time when Father, would give us, earthly fa-
question: Do the babies and infants shows that children who die are called me brave and have always your I love you would no longer thers, the strength to fulfill our roles
above-mentioned have eternal soul taken to Heaven. Davids words give thought of me as strong. just be for your mommy and me and mission.
while they are yet in the womb? comfort and assurance to parents Now that you are almost no but also for that someone who will A belated happy Fathers Day,
One view is that the answer to this similarly situated that they will longer the little kids who sat on own your heart forever. dads!
question is yes. I subscribe to this see their infant children in Heaven. my lap and whom I carried on my So, you think daddy is strong.
view, because like others, I believe This Biblical verse also supports shoulders, its time to know and You know what? You are right. I am *For feedback, please email it
that at the very moment of concep- the view that there are no infants understand that your daddy and strong. There is only one thing that to [email protected] or
tion, the infant (fetus) in the womb or little children in hell. The infant all daddies for that matter are not makes me weak you. send it to #4 Horse Shoe Drive,
already possesses a soul. The basis? children go to heaven due to the always brave and strong. You alone can make my heart Beverly Hills Subdivision, Bgy. Bev-
Jeremiah 1:5 which says: Before special dispensation of the grace of Sometimes, we, too, get scared. melt like ice cream on a hot Antipolo erly Hills, Antipolo City, Rizal.
thou camest forth out of the womb, our Lord God because they have not
I sanctified thee. (See also Mat- reached the age of accountability.
thew 19:14; Matthew 18:3-4; Mark Again, if we reconcile Luke 1:41
9:37; Mark 10:15; and Deuteronomy with 2 Samuel 12:23 And it came to be the time when the egg and the is preferred. ments may be sent to Ms. Villa-
1:39.) to pass, that, when Elisabeth heard sperm unite. fuertes email: villafuerte_nelly@
the salutation of Mary, the babe Be joyful and forgiving! (Com- yahoo.com.)
*** leaped in her womb; and Elizabeth ***
In the Book of Genesis, there are was filled with the Holy Ghost. we This column continues to give out
Biblical verses that indicate that all can say that at the time of concep- copies of the Holy Bible for free to those Former President Fidel V. Ramos,
living beings reproduce after their tion the fetus has already an eternal who cannot afford to buy their own cop- whose column On Empowering
kind (see Genesis 1:3, 69, 11, 14, 20, soul. Yes, 2 Samuel 12:23 is the Bibli- ies. If interested, please send your letter- the Filipino People appears in the
24). Since human beings have both cal basis of the belief of Christians request to Ms. Nelly Favis Villafuerte, Manila Bulletin ever y Sunday will
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more vital tHan ever if symptoms persist

A lesson from Spain Foot rot

By EDGARDO J. ANGARA terrorist attacks since the turn of the repeat of the 2004 Madrid Train Sta- By JOSE PUJALTE JR. with lack of feeling or sensation, and
FORMER SENATOR century. Most deaths around 192 tion bombing. the toes and feet become candidates
were listed during the 2004 Madrid Constant improvements in the past Is bare now, nor can foot feel, for ulcers or sores.

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ecently, Spanish po - Train bombings perpetrated by an al- 13 years have placed Spain, although being shod.
lice, in coordination with Qaeda-affiliated group. on low profile, at the forefront of Gerard Manley Hopkins Tips for Foot Care.
United Kingdom (UK) and Since then, no major terrorist at- anti-terrorist activities in Europe. As (1844-89), English poet, * Monitor your blood sugar. If your
German security officials, tack has occurred on Spanish soil. One one security official declared, Spain Gods Grandeur (written 1877) diabetes is poorly controlled, its com-
arrested four individuals in Mal- Spanish police chief, speaking to El is among the best when it comes to plications are just waiting to happen.

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lorca, shutting down a suspected Pais a major Spanish daily said working with information, where f you are diabetic, read this. These include wounds in the feet that
terrorist cell. that a lot of it is because of preven- they dont leave a single fact without Diabetes is a disease that a do not heal.
The arrests were made possible tive arrests. He added that the level investigation. person lives with, and in some * Check the feet every day. Look for
through a multinational effort, stem- of radicalization isnt as high because As the Marawi terrorism crisis cases, dies of. Because diabetes redness, ingrown toenails, punctures
ming from an investigation that start- the integration of the Muslim popula- continues, much can be learned from damages both large and small blood and cuts. Make visual inspection a
ed in 2015 when Spanish authorities tion is fast and smooth unlike on Spains experience. And last Friday, vessels, a host of other problems are habit because you no longer have
discovered a website hosting violent other countries like France where June 30, marked the 16th Philippine- multiplied. One feared complication pain to warn you. Use a mirror to see
extremist propaganda. The group was there exist ghettos breeding violent Spanish Friendship Day celebrated is amputation of the leg because of the sole of the foot or ask someone to
raising funds, producing propaganda, extremism. primarily in Baler. Counter-terrorism poor circulation in the foot (resulting examine the foot routinely.
and providing logistical support to Nonetheless, Spanish security strategy and tactics appear to be a new in gangrene). It doesnt always have * Wash feet every day. Use warm
ISIS. officials remain ever on alert. El Pais area where Filipinos and Spaniards to happen. not hot water but do not soak the feet
According to a study, Spain has reported more than 3,000 officers, can collaborate. or the skin will become dry. In between
suffered the most among EU nations including analysts, spies, prosecu- Diabetic Neuropathy. Diabetes the toes, sprinkle foot powder.
from 21st-century terrorism. Up to 253 tors and judges quietly comprise a Email: [email protected]| damages nerves. In autonomic neu- * Trim toenails weekly. This is best
Spanish nationals have perished from silent army who work to prevent a Facebook & Twitter: @edangara ropathy, there is nerve damage to done after washing, then drying the
internal organs specifically the stom- feet. The nails will be soft so that it can
ach, heart, sex organs, and urinary be easier to cut them straight across.
tract. Symptoms include urinary and Cutting the corners of the toenails
bowel incontinence (inability to control can lead to ingrowth, another risk for
voiding) and sexual impotence. Dam- infection.
AWARENESS age to a single, identifiable nerve is * Make skin soft by applying lotion
mononeuropathy. An example is Bells or cream. However, do not apply lotion

July is National Nutrition Month palsy where the facial nerve is affected
and one side of the face droops. In pe-
ripheral neuropathy, the symptoms of
in between the toes which might again
hasten infection.
* Increase blood flow to the feet.
burning or numbness are noted in the When sitting down, prop up the feet
toes and feet or and fingers and hands. on stools. Avoid tight shoes and socks

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URSUANT to Presidential An unhealthy diet is one of the Department of Labor and Employ- The feet are especially vulnerable which choke the blood supply to the
Decree No. 491, the Nutri- common shared risk factors to ment, Department of Social Welfare because they are not always seen and feet.
tion Act of the Philippines, obesity and non-communicable and Development, Department of therefore not easily inspected. In essence, the feet in diabetes are
the National Nutrition diseases. NNCs latest data reveal Science and Technology, Depart- given star treatment. Remember that
Council (NNC) leads the observance that the prevalence of the incidence ment of Budget Management, and Poor Wound Healing. Diabetes minor cuts and punctures in the feet
of National Nutrition Month. of overweight and obesity among the National Economic Develop- decreases blood flow in the body. Un- can easily turn into serious ulcers.
With the theme Healthy Diet, adults 20 years old and above in ment Authority) represented by controlled diabetes is associated with
Gawing Habit for Life! this years Calabarzon is 32.4%, which is higher their secretaries, and three repre- poor wound healing. Now combine this email: [email protected]
celebration of National Nutrition than the national prevalence rate sentatives from the private sector
Month aims to promote healthy diets of 31.1%. who are appointed by the President
that would contribute to the reduc- The NNC was created by Presi- for a two-year term with possible
tion of the incidence of overweight, dential Decree 491 (1974) as the reappointment.
obesity and non-communicable countrys highest policy-making and As we observe National Nutrition
diseases among Filipinos; teach the coordinating body on nutrition. The Month this year, we are all urged to CELEBRATION
public how to better discern between NNC Governing Board is chaired by mind what we eat. If we eat healthy
healthy and unhealthy foods for bet-
ter food choices; and encourage the
food industry, including farmers,
the secretary of health. The board
is composed of ten government or-
ganizations (Department of Health,
food, we become healthy individu-
als. One interesting Pinterest quote
nails it with Every bite you take is
444th Araw ng Pasig
producers, and distributors, and Department of Agriculture, Depart- either fighting disease or feeding it.
food establishments to produce ment of Interior and Local Govern- The choice is really ours to make.

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and make available healthier food ment, Department of Education, Make a good choice: Make it a habit ASIGUENOS are enjoying residential, commercial, educational,
options to consumers. Department of Trade and Industry, to live healthy! a special city-wide holiday industrial, and recreational facilities
today in celebration of the are progressively growing. It has
444th Araw ng Pasig. been recognized by UNESCO and the
Pasig was founded by the Augustin- National Commission for Culture and
ians on July 2, 1572, and is considered Arts as an outstanding culture-friendly
as one of the oldest municipalities local government unit. It has gar-
CATHOLIC FAITH in the Philippines. On June 11, 1901, nered the Crown Award as consistent
by virtue of Act No. 137, Pasig was regional outstanding winner in nutri-

Feast of Our Lady of Piat incorporated into the newly created

province of Rizal and it became the
provincial capital. In 1975, pursuant to
tion, and earned the Green Banner
Award of the Department of Health
and the National Nutrition Council as
Presidential Decree No. 824, Pasig was the most outstanding city in NCR in
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ODAY, July 2, is the feast tuary of Our Lady of Piat. On June fected the Itawes who depended on On July 26, 1994, it was converted management.
of Our Lady of Piat (Nues- 20, 1954, the Our Lady of Piat was their farming; a child who was cured into a highly urbanized city through With the theme Towards a Pro-
tra Seora de Piat), one of designated as Queen of Heaven and of leprosy, and a boy who recovered Republic Act 7829, which was signed gressive and Sustainable Eco City,
the most venerated Marian Earth and her church was declared from insanity. into law on December 8, 1994, by Presi- the celebration of Araw ng Pasig
icons in the Philippines. Referred to a National Shrine for Catholic Phil- The feast day starts with novena dent Fidel V. Ramos. On January 21, started last June 23 with a dance
as the Mother of Cagayan and the ippines in a ceremony led by papal prayers, masses, and confessions 1995, through a pledbiscite the law was contest and Serenata ng Kundiman.
Black Virgin Mary, Our Lady of Piat delegate Most Rev. Egidio Vagnozzi. which this year started last June 23. ratified by the people of Pasig. How- Other activities included a soap box
was originally sculptured in Macao, The image of the Blessed Lady is now Other activities lined up in celebration ever, Araw ng Pasig is being celebrated derby, a drum and lyre competition,
then a colony of Portugal. The image enthroned at the Santuario de Nues- of the feast day include a Marian pro- on July 2 the day it was founded in a mega job fair, a fluvial procession, a
was brought to the Philippines in 1604 tra de Piat which was bestowed the cession, rosary recitations and floral 1572 through Proclamation No. 656 Palarong Pinoy, and a free medical
by the Dominican friars. title Basilica Minore by the Vatican offerings, and a penitential service. signed in 2004 by President Gloria consultation.
As early as 1883, Pope Leo XIII, on June 22, 1999. As we celebrate the Feast Day of Macapagal Arroyo. Today, July 2, the festivities will
the Pope of the Holy Rosary, granted Some of the miracles attributed to Our Lady of Piat, let us thank her for Pasig is located near the southeast- begin with a Thanksgiving Mass, fol-
several indulgences to the faithful the intercession of Our Lady of Piat the graces we have received through ern end of Pasig River and bounded on lowed by a Grand Parade, sales by vari-
who make a pilgrimage to the sanc- included the end of a drought that af- her intercession. the east by Cainta and Taytay, on the ous establishments located in Pasig,
west by Mandaluyong City, on the north and an organic harvest festival.
by Marikina City and Quezon City, on Post-anniversary activities include
the south of Makati City, Taguig City, the Biggest Garbage Loser. Galing
and Pateros. Its early settlers were Pasig Awards,Green Hearts, Dangal
food & history called taga-ilog or river people. Ac- ng Pasig Awards Night cheer dance
cording to Dr. Jose Villa Panganiban, competition, folk dance, buddy run

Finding comfort and North a noted linguist and former director

of the Institute of National Language,
the word pasig is believed to have
and animal run, variety show, launch-
ing of E-health card, a photography
exhibit and competition, awarding of
Korea in a tiny restaurant originated from a Sanskrit term which
means a river that flowed from one
body of water to another.
sustainable urban gardening contest,
aero-zumba marathon, bike race, and
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NCHEON, South Korea (AP) poverty, hunger, and the relentless optimism she named it Howol-ilga, From a center of trade and com- lenge, kids day, employees day, golf
The little restaurant isnt pressures of life in an oppressive, People from Different Homelands merce during the pre-Hispanic period, tournament. To cap the celebration is a
much to look at. Its across the authoritarian state. But for most, life Come to Gather in One Place. Pasig is now a highly urbanized city. Its tree planting activity in Tanay, Rizal.
street from an empty lot in a in the South is far from ideal. Raised My place is a comfort for them,
city where bland high-rise apartment amid dictatorial dysfunction, and says Choi, 39, in a Northern accent
buildings sprawl in every direction. normally poorly educated, the exiles so thick it can be barely comprehen-
Boxes of dried fish are stacked by stumble into a brutally competitive sible at first to Southerners. When her father, a onetime military cook who the restaurant two years later.
the front window. A dirty mop stands nation where they are regularly dis- they come here and find a menu so loved working in kitchens rare in the Modesty isnt an issue for her.
in the corner. The walls are painted dained by their neighbors. similar to what they ate back home, Norths deeply conservative culture and All of my customers talk about
a vomitous green. Chon-nom they are often called they know they can relax. from relatives who smuggled in goods how good I am, she says. They tell
But people come from across bumpkin. At first glance Choi doesnt seem from China. They had learned Chinese me: `When I eat in other restaurants,
South Korea to eat here. They come That derision, combined with very relaxing. Gruff and often scowl- cooking there, she said. it doesnt taste like what I used to eat
for the potato pancakes, the blood their own disillusionment, can churn ing, restaurant work has left her The family was far from rich, but made in the North. What you cook tastes
sausage, and, very often, for a fried into a stew of suspicion, resentment hands patterned with small knife cuts enough trading in clothes, cheap electron- completely different!
street food that many dreamed of back and ambivalence. And though they and her forearms spattered by ugly ics, and DVDs of South Korean TV shows A South Korean, she insists, could
when nearly everyone they knew was may hate the nation they left behind, oil burns. She has only two employ- to count as middle-class. It was enough to never succeed in her kitchen.
hungry. More than anything, though, many also miss it deeply. Because ees, and keeps the restaurant open avoid the horrors of North Koreas mid- A cooks appetite is different
they come for memories the food how can you not miss home? seven days a week. Exhaustion is a 1990s famine, which killed at least 500,000 when they come from another place,
brings back of an outcast homeland Our lives here can be so dif- constant. She cannot remember her people and perhaps well over a million. she says, leaning against one of her
they may never see again. ficult, said a North Korean now last day off. Years later, most North Korean refugees fake wood tables. They taste things
This is the taste of where they living in the South, and who spoke But eventually when she finally still refer to the famine by its Pyongyang- in a different way. So how could they
came from, says the restaurants on condition her name not be used. sits down to talk, chugging a can of mandated euphemism. cook this kind of food?
owner, a refugee who asks to be But finding that restaurant made Georgia Original coffee, a smile Even in the Arduous March we didnt Food and history are as tangled
identified only by her surname, Choi. me so happy. crosses her face. suffer much, Choi says, shrugging. at Howol-ilga as they are in North
The food here tastes the way it does Choi has built them a tiny island Choi grew up in a small town so Its my familys fate to escape living in Korea, where three generations of
in North Korea. of North Korean life that starts to close to North Koreas Amnok River poverty. dictators have vowed to end a relent-
More than 30,000 North Koreans feel crowded if it has more than a border that you could wave to people She left the North in 2012, looking for a less, centuries-old struggle against
now live in South Korea, having fled half-dozen customers. In a burst of in China. She learned cooking from better life for her young son, and opened hunger.
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Tony Oposa: Earths leading litigator
teaches us the LAW of life
responsibility, now known
as the Oposa Doctrine. This
Game-Changer
goes back to one of his more & Man of Action
prominent cases, when he filed When asked if he considered him-
a class suit representing 43 self an activist, Oposa replied in the
minors, through their parents, opposite. I consider myself an action- watch
against the Philippine govern- ist, he declared. Many activists tend Behind the scenes at the book launch
ment for all the illegal logging to talk and theorize but do not make last June 29 in Miriam College.
concessions in the country. concrete action. When I have an idea,
I translate them into actions.
The case was known as Oposa Forever Dreamer
vs Factoran, as he filed a case
against then Environment
Right now, he is and Storyteller
Secretary Fulgencio Factoran, advocating 2 radical At present, Oposa is rebuilding
and repurposing his Bantayan Island
Jr. in 1990.
Despite the risks, the Su-
solutions that he felt property, which he previously called
preme Court decided in his would spell a big the School of the SEA (Sea and Earth
Advocates) and now known as SEA
favor (after the Regional Trial difference for the CAMP (Sea and Earth Advocates of
Court earlier dismissed it).
The Oposa Doctrine which environment edible Culture, Arts and Music), which will in-
clude a mini-museum and gallery. He
argued that future generations landscaping with rain is inviting people to visit it as soon as
could be protected in court
set a precedent on how citizens gardens and road-sharing. the renovations are finished in 2018.
can leverage the law to protect Edible landscaping meant turning Ill give you a tour of the place
the environment. idle land into plots for growing veg- myself, he eagerly said. Children can
I argue that at the rate etables and fruits. do art activities and learning about na-
we were cutting down forests, It would solve problems of starva- ture. I have a rainwater garden where
there would be nothing left for tion, he said. All people can benefit migratory egrets come.
my children to see, and other from it. People should learn to share His newest book, which he launched
children of the generations resources like food and benefit from last Thursday at Miriam College (and
and those yet unborn, Oposa others, too. One setup may be to group included an exhibit and sale of his
explained. planters into farming cooperatives to paintings), was an intimate gathering
Oposa Even with the controversial case, divide the harvests and the profits of some of his closest friends and fel-
holds his from selling cops. low colleagues in the environmental
newest book,
Oposa found a believer in Factoran,
who implemented an immediate ban This way, even if you dont have movement, which included former
Shooting
Stars and on logging on all old-growth or virgin money, you dont worry, Oposa said. DENR secretaries Angel C. Alcala and
Dancing Fish. forests in the country. By the time it On the other hand, rain gardens are Elisea Bebet Gozun, former COA
was implemented, the millions of hect- man-made catchments for rain outpour. head Grace Pulido-Tan, former Puerto
ares of virgin forests were reduced to Instead of the water flowing out from Princesa mayor Edward Hagedorn,
a mere 800,000 hectares. canals, the run-off becomes natural ir- and Zero Waste Philippines head An-
Oposa would later earn a masters rigation for the plants and foliage. nie P. Guerrero.
degree in environmental law from One of his most ambitious ideas yet Always the firm fighter, Oposa
the Har vard Law School, and his would be the road-sharing scheme. The does not lose heart. All my life I have
classmates chose him to deliver the scheme involves proposing for a dedi- always faced difficulties. For me this
commencement speech. Soon after, cated lane for public transportation, is not a battle, but a game, he told the
he would devote his entire life almost lesser use of private cars, and creating crowd. In the end, life is not about the
three decades on fighting for the en- dedicated bicycle lanes. (Read more pursuit of happiness; its the experi-
vironment in the legal circuits. about this on DEEPER FOCUS) ence of happiness.
Text by RAYMUND MAGNO GARLITOS
Photos by MARK CABALANG
cancer, and my father, being a doctor,
brought her to the US for treatment,
My clients were all non-
he recalled. Given that situation, he paying ones the fish, the
Attorney Antonio
Oposa, Jr. is an old
found himself communing with nature trees, the air, he kidded.
at an early age.
soul with the charisma When he turned 20, he noticed that He would have earned a
of an eloquent young
man. He may be in his
Bantayan, the island of fishermen, had lucrative profit from the
been victimized by dynamite fishing. He
60s but he is still pas- was enraged that his kababayan, whose private sector if not for his
share sionately in love with a generations had been dependent on advocacy.
woman Mother Nature herself. And fishing, were poisoning the waters and In 1999, he sued the government
as an attorney, she is her biggest (yet) the fish for bigger profits. That ignited once again, this time holding it liable
non-paying client; he doesnt mind a fervor inside him. for polluting Manila Bay. Despite the
though, remembering the wise words The biggest problem of this world odds, he won again, compelling gov-
of a mentor. is that we monetized food, he said. ernment agencies concerned to clean
A lawyer who defends the Earth Now, no person can eat without having the bay and report regularly on the
has God for a client, Oposa quoted the to shell out money first. progress of its rehabilitation.
late Odette Alcantara, eminent envi- He took up law at the University of For all his landmark legal victories
ronmentalist, writer and artist. In so the Philippines and eventually passed and his practices on environmental-
many ways Odette was like every ones the Bar, but he felt there is a higher ism and environmental law, he was
loving aunt, but a staunch defender of calling for him. awarded the Ramon Magsaysay Award
the environment. Soon after I became a lawyer, I in 2009. Prior to this, he received The
Oposa has been lawyering for the realized that I was not only cut out for Outstanding Young Man (TOYM) in
environment way before it became the life of a legal luminary. Deep inside, 1993 and the United Nations Environ-
fashionable to do so. And for decades, I knew that I could also be a storyteller, mental Program (UNEP) Global Roll
he found himself seemingly always at he explained. of Honor in 1997, as well as the inter-
the losing end of big suits against the nationally acclaimed International
Philippine government for its actions Mother Natures Environmental Law Award in 2008.
(and inactions) with regards to our He was even dubbed in the me-
land, air and water (which he calls Leading Litigator dia as Asias leading environment
L.A.W.). Despite the odds, he never quit The biggest contribution of Oposa lawyer.
and eventually won cases for his most to the world of environmental law
beloved client. is the principle of intergenerational

An eminent expert
in international and
environmental law
(the principle of
intergenerational
responsibility or doctrine
was named after him),
From top: Friends and associates of Atty. Oposa attended the book launch.
Oposa is now teaching Holding the book is former DENR Secretary Angel Alcala. Above, left: Former DENR
Filipinos and the world Secretary Bebet Gozun delivers a speech. Above, right: Zero Waste PH President
Annie P. Guerrero is also a staunch environment advocate. Below: Paintings of Atty.
with his new book, Oposa were also sold during the event to raise funds for SEA CAMP. For inquiries on
Shooting Stars and the book, email: [email protected].

Dancing Fish, which is

part autobiography, part
story book, part fable, part
environmental bible and in
between, the art, poetry
and song of a man still in
love with Lady Earth after
all these years.
Beach Buddy Turned
Environment Advocate
Oposa grew up in Bantayan Island in
northeastern Cebu with his grandpar-
ents. In 1954, after giving birth to me,
my mother was diagnosed with throat
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A BOY & A CAR

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nce upon a time, there was a diabetes, hypertension, high cho-
poor boy. He could only afford lesterol, failing kidneys, high uric
to eat vegetables and had to acid, etc. You have all the ailments
walk five kilometers to school every of the rich and sedentary. In other
day. On the road, flashy cars zoomed words, sir, your health is in a state
past him. When it rained, he got of crisis.
splashed with dirty water from the Oh, doctor, what must I do?
puddles. asked the lawyer.
One day, he said, I will be rich The doctor said, Eat vegetables
and buy a car. and walk five kilometers a day.
He studied hard, went to univer- The lawyers car-diac arrest is the
sity and later became a successful story of our car-centered transporta-
lawyer. He bought a fleet of cars and tion system. Even at a young age,
let drivers bring him to his appoint- people aspire to own a car. With the
ments and court hearings. He could explosion of so many vehicles, the
afford to eat anything he wanted roads like our lungs and arteries
mostly fast and fat food. are all clogged up.
This lifestyle of the rich went on We have reached a state of ex-
for a few years. treme crisis.
One day, in the middle of an in- In a choking city, the danger is
tense trial, the lawyer suddenly col- clear total traffic paralysis, stress
lapsed. He was rushed to the hospital and poisoned lungs, among others. Oposa says those who
and ended up in the Intensive Care
Unit. There he lay in a coma for 40
The opportunity is also clear.
We must find a solution that is
have less in wheels must
have more in roads.
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days. creative, effec-

ROAD
When he woke up, the lawyer tive and fun.
was happy to be alive, but was very How?
scared. Sobbing in anguish, he asked, Ta k e t h e
Doctor, whats wrong with me? doctors advice:
The doctor said, Sir, you have Go back to ba-
clogged arteries, congested lungs, sics.

SHARING:
Solution to traffic woes?
Removing road obstructions is a
Putting policy task for local governments. Sad to say,
into practice this does not happen often.
What does it take to make this
change happen? What now?
Favor people over cars. The Road Sharing Movement is not
There is the daily torture the dream of one man. It is a collective
dream of a world stuck and suffering
chamber of cars on EDSA, from car-diac arrest.
a main arterial road in The transformation is happening
in many versions around the world like
Metro Manila. Three Brazil (Medellin and Curitiba), in the
of the five lanes are US cities of Eugene, Portland, Irvine,
New York, in Singapore, Kyoto and in
occupied by about 70 the cities of Pasig and Marikina.
private cars carrying at In our country, there is a growing
movement of citizens trying to sow the
best 200 passengers. All seeds of road sharing. It started with
the passengers could fit an experimental closure of the busiest
Text by ANTONIO A. OPOSA, JR. ized vehicles moving efficiently, and the For example, the change will: Restore into four or five buses. road in the central island of Cebu on
June 12, 2011. For one whole day, a 2.3-
Photos by MARK CABALANG other half for people to walk, bike and order and discipline on the road, dis-
plant food gardens. solve traffic congestion, make travel
If that would actually kilometer stretch of Osmea Boulevard
If building more roads to
solve traffic congestion Road sharing requires time predictable, among others. happen, the road space was closed to motor vehicles and turned
into a park.
Is this bad news for carmakers? No,
is like pouring gasoline a 180-degree mind shift it is an opportunity to adapt to the new
would suddenly become This inspired the City of Pasig in
to fight a fire, what is the
solution? Turn around from the present car- mindset and then retool manufacturing vacant. heavily congested Metro Manila to
follow the exercise. Every Sunday, the
facilities to make better public transpor- The vacant space can then be
the road system on its crazy and fuel-foolish tation systems. converted into safe (and covered) side- main 1.3-kilometer road of its financial
share head by 180 degrees: district F. Ortigas Avenue is now a
Make the roads nar- transportation system: On a personal note, I am not against walks, bike lanes and edible gardens.
fully pedestrianized road. Four of its
cars. I am against the mindset of having One lane can still be used for private
rower.
No, this is not a joke. Abundance
From building more to spend a lot to buy and maintain a car vehicles. The mind shift is starting to main roads two along the Pasig River,
the other one in front of City Hall and
breeds waste; scarcity breeds efficien- roads for cars to providing that only worsens traffic congestion, happen with the introduction of P2P
another recently opened are shared
when all I need is the service of moving (Point-to-Point) high-quality buses in
cy. Bigger roads trigger wasteful use.
Smaller roads lead to wiser use.
more spaces for people to from one point to another. Metro Manila which charge a minimal with pedestrians and cyclists. Walkers
and cyclists use half of the East Bank
Another way is to follow the Prin- move In times when we need the personal fare and offers comfortable seats, free
Road of Pasig City every Sunday.
convenience of individual transporta- Wi-Fi and television on board.
ciple of the Ant. Countless as they are, From favoring wasteful tion, car sharing services can fill the What is still needed are dedicated, What are roads for? For whom are
ants do not have traffic jams because roads built? We have to return to the
they move in single file. private transportation to need. This is starting to happen in Eu- fast-moving lanes for public transport
common sense goal of roads and of
rope and parts of the US such as the Zip vehicles.
We can improve traffic flow right giving priority to efficient car system in the San Francisco area. transportation as a means of moving
away by providing exclusive lanes people.
for collective (public) transportation. public (collective) In Vauban, in the green city of
Build it and The car-centered mind-set of so-
Freiburg in Germany, residents do not
Buses and trains can travel in single transportation own cars. They walk, ride a bike or take they will come ciety is the source of much of todays
file, in ant-like fashion. urban maladies. People cooped up in
Wide sidewalks of at least three From road widening to a public transport. When they need a car, What if we build wide and covered
speeding steel boxes (cars) are trans-
they go to the common garage and take walkways and bike lanes of three me-
meters must be set aside for people road diet one unit from a membership pool. They ters to six meters wide the width of formed into rude, self-centered and
to safely walk or bike. If public trans-
portation is safe, reliable, convenient, From road greed pay a nominal amount for the use of the one or two road lanes? even violent creatures. That is what
we see in road rage.
car and cost of gas. But first, we must remove and/or
inexpensive and fun, car owners would scrambling for the last relocate all obstructions from the side- Roads can be a positive catalyst. By
be happy to leave their cars at home. Or
feel no need to buy a car. square inch of the road Edible Gardens walks and streets. changing the road system, people can
be kinder, gentler, more cooperative and
The legal basis to ban roadside park-
But there are still too many cars to sharing the space If part of the roads will no longer be
ing and sidewalk stalls is clear. Public more generous.
on the road using up so much space to How can we show that it works? used for cars, space will be available to When roads are shared and become
space is reserved for public use. It can-
move so few people. Experience is the best teacher. When plant vegetables and fruits. A concrete public spaces instead of exclusive lanes
not be used for private parking and ven-
people actually breathe cleaner air, feel section of one or two lanes (about three to for private cars, people are able to in-
dors stalls to benefit one or two to the
Mind Shift the vitality of the community and move six meters wide) and one kilometer long teract. They once again see each other
exclusion of all. These are a nuisance
Those who have less in wheels must around freely in an orderly manner can be broken up and returned to soil to as human beings instead of metal boxes
as defined by law because they obstruct
have more in roads. following the Principle of the Ant, the grow community food gardens. With fewer in motion.
or interfere with the free passage of a
A simple solution is Road Sharing. idea of road sharing will come to life. motor vehicles, the air will be cleaner and
public highway or street.
Divide the road in half: Half for motor- Many benefits will cascade to society. will not poison the food plants. (Printed with permission from the author)

Informal settlers

DEEPER FOCUS WATERWAY, WHICH WAY? continue to live

beside waterways.

A
landmark Supreme Court ruling in March 2011 The first thing that an LGU can do is to provide a decent relocation
directed government agencies and LGUs to demolish for the informal settlers, said Atty. Tony Oposa, foremost
illegal structures and dwellings along riverbanks and environmental lawyer.
waterways But six years later, the situation in Metro
Manila is not getting any better as cities in the north such as the It can be done. Look at how Iloilo City has cleared their river.
CAMANAVA area down to the south in Pasay and Paraaque Before, its riverside used to have informal settlers, now it is a
continue to have informal settlers along its waterways. walkable park teeming with greens.

Data shows that there are more than a hundred thousand informal To relocate the informal settlers is not only to clear the waterways
settlers in Metro Manila with almost half of them living near but also to get them out of danger, especially during the rainy
waterways. season. Theres also a suggestion if in case the LGU cant provide
a decent relocation, then a program to bring back the informal
For example, in the city of Paraaque, its waterways are still settlers family to where they came from can be implemented
teeming with informal settlers. This view can even be seen by instead.
passengers aboard the aircrafts when they land or depart the
airport. As gateway to Metro Manila, this issue must be addressed The coming rainy season is a wakeup call to LGUs to start their
as it can impact tourists initial impression of the country. clearing operations along the waterways. (RMG)
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An interesting tale about Bulbophyllum dearei

By JIM COOTES the more appro-
priate genus of

J
ust last week, I was asked a Bulbophyllum.
question by a young gentleman Interestingly
by the name of Mark Arcebal there is no de-
K. Naive, from the province of scription of the
Bukidnon, in Mindanao. Mark is inter- plant given in
ested in the taxonomy of orchids, and the book where
also gingers, and is a good friend of the transfer was
this author. He is also an independent/ made. It was not
freelance researcher and has earned until 1892 that
his degree from the Central Mindanao the English bot-
University. The question was regard- anist, Robert A. Bulbophyllum dearei
ing whether Bulbophyllum dearei, Rolfe, gave a (Jim Cootes)
has hairs on the lobes at the back of reasonably de-
the labellum. My immediate response tailed descrip-
was yes, but I also hastily added that I tion of Bulbophyllum dearei, in Jean Visayan Sea; The provinces of Bukidnon
have seen flowers where there were no Lindens magnificent series of books and Lanao in Mindanao; and the island
hairs on these lobes. The next question entitled Lindenia . The color plate of Palawan. Bulbophyllum dearei is
I was asked was as to whether these in this volume of Lindenia shows a also known to occur in the forests of
Bulbophyllum
variations had been described? My only dearei (Mark plant bearing seven flowers. It is also Peninsular Malaysia.
reply to the latter question was that the Arcebal K. Naive) revealed here that the original plants This magnificent species is known to
original description would have to be were collected from Borneo. It was not grow on the bare trunks of large trees, Fi-
studied, and this is where this Sundays until a couple of years later that plants cus and Vitex species, also on limestone,
article has come from. as the whether there are any hairs on to me from Mark show a flower with arrived in England that were collected at elevations of between 200 and 2,000
The first botanical mention of this the lobes at the back of the labellum or these same twisted petals. in the southern provinces of Mindanao. meters elevation above sea level. Another
species was in 1883, in The Gardeners not, but fortunately the line drawing In 1888, in Flora 71, Professor Hei- In the Philippines, it has been found in pleasing feature of this wonderful species
Chronicle, where it was named by an that accompanies the description does nrich G. Reichenbach transferred the the provinces of Bataan and Quezon is the variation to be seen among the flow-
anonymous author show the hairs, so plant from the genus Sarcopodium to on Luzon; the island of Leyte, in the ers from different provinces.
as Sarcopodium one can now safely
dearei. The plant say that first plants
was exhibited at described had the
a meeting of the hairs on the lobes
Royal Horticultur- at the back of the
al Society. Sadly, labellum. It should be
the country of ori- noted that the genus
gin of this beauti- Sarcopodium has
ful orchid is not never gained accep-
mentioned in this tance in the botani-
original descrip- cal world, because
tion. The specific it contained species
Bulbophyllum dearei
epithet refers to (Ronny Boos) that are now consid-
Lieutenant-Colo- ered to be members
nel Deare, of En- of the genus Bulbo-
glefield Green, near Egham, in the phyllum and the genus Epigeneium.
county of Surrey, which is now con- Another feature of the line drawing is
sidered to be a suburb of London, the that it shows a flower that has the pet-
capital city of Great Britain. als twisted, which is something I have
The actual description of Sarcopo- never seen in Bulbophyllum dearei
dium dearei is lacking any information previously. Amazingly the pictures sent Bulbophyllum dearei (Mike Harrison) Bulbophyllum dearei (Ronny Boos)

PH holds joint patrol...

coordinate communications and move- About 300 militants, 82 security
1
P1-B illegal drugs seized in CV
ments between the two ships.
The US embassy said the joint
patrol strengthened maritime secu-
forces, and 44 civilians have been killed
in the fighting.
Prior to the Sulu Sea patrol, USS
in 1st year of Oplan Double Barrel
rity cooperation between the US and Coronado completed the Maritime By MARY JUNE VILLASAWA fiscation of at least 72 kilos of illegal ng presidente na tayo ay nasa brink
Philippine navies and enhanced both Training Activity Sama Sama with drugs worth P854,398,234. of narco state. Naagapan otherwise,
navies ability to respond to piracy and the Philippine Navy in Cebu aimed at CEBU CITY Nearly P1 billion Based on data released by the baka dun tayo pupunta (We have
transnational criminal activity at sea. sharpening tactical skills in maritime worth of illegal drugs were seized in PRO 7, 108,621 drug pushers and us- more accomplishments now com-
Our at-sea operations with the security operations. Central Visayas (CV) since the imple- ers surrendered to authorities in the pared to the previous year because
Philippine Navy demonstrate our The US embassy noted that Wash- mentation of the Philippine National past 12 months, while 9,177 were ar- we concentrated in the campaign),
commitment to the alliance and deter ington and Manila continue to work Polices anti-illegal drugs campaign rested in 5,303 police operations; and said PRO 7 director Chief Supt. Noli
piracy and illegal activities, US Rear together on a number of initiatives and dubbed Oplan Double Barrel on 191 pushers were killed when they Talio.
Admiral Don Gabrielson, Task Force conduct regular military exchanges July 1, 2016, authorities said. engaged authorities in a firefight. The PRO 7 also noted that the
73 commander, said in a statement is- through routine participation in bilat- Joint operations conducted by the Mas marami tayong accomplish- total crime volume in Central Visayas
sued by the US embassy in Manila. eral and multilateral exercises such as Police Regional Office (PRO) 7 and ments ngayon compared to the pre- decreased by 6.4 percent in the July
These patrols enhance region- Balikatan, the Maritime Training Ac- the Philippine Drug Enforcement vious year. Hindi natumbasan ito ng 2016-May 2017 period to 45,566 inci-
al peace and stability, Gabrielson tivity Sama Sama, Southeast Asian Co- Agency (PDEA) 7 in various areas in previous years dahil nag-concentrate dents, compared to 48,692 from July
adde. operation and Training (SEACAT), the Central Visayas resulted in the con- tayo dito. Its good na binabanggit 2015-May 2016.
It further demonstrates US com- Rim of the Pacific exercise (RIMPAC),
mitment to the security of the Philip- the Asian Defense Ministers Meeting
pines and enduring US interest in (ADMM-Plus) and other bilateral sub-
WATCHFUL
promoting stability and prosperity in ject matter expert exchanges. EYES
the Indo-Asia-Pacific region, the US The naval patrols were held at the Members of
embassy said. invitation of the Philippine govern- anti-riot police
During the operation, the Filipino ment, the US embassy said. President from the Police
Regional Office
navies exchanged best practices with Duterte does not allow joint patrols 7 enforce
their US counterparts in visit, board, with the United States in the disputed tight security
search and seizure (VBSS) techniques, South China Sea to avoid damaging its on the vicinity
of one of the
and information sharing. relations with China, which claims the hotel venues
There are international fears fight- sea as its own. during the
ers sympathetic to Islamic State will But he welcomes cooperation in first day of
cross maritime borders between Ma- the south due to increased militant ac- the Senior
Ministers
laysia and Indonesia to join the Maute tivity. Two weeks ago, Indonesia, Ma- Meeting of the
Group rebels who seized Marawi City laysia, and the Philippines held joint Association
in Lanao del Sur five weeks ago. naval patrols in southern waters. of Southeast
Asian Nations
(ASEAN) in
Cebu City
Saturday. (Juan
Govt, MILF sign protocol... 1 Carlo de Vela)

Mindanao and some other parts of tions in MILF areas shall inform not
Mindanao. less than 24 hours prior to the con- countries, deepen bilateral cooperation
The signing of the agreement
highlighted the 4th Consultative
duct of anti-illegal drug operations,
the GPH-AHJAG (government-Ad
Duterte still favors peaceful... 1 in different fields, promote commu-
nication and coordination in regional
Meeting to Address Drugs, Criminal- Hoc Joint Action Group). and DFA. However, we need to reiter- Subic (Zamora) Reefs in the Spratlys. cooperation and advance the strategic
ity and Corruption at a Hotel Elena, The Join AHJAG shall then ate the fact that the President his The think tank also said that the cooperative relationship for peace and
here, graced by Department of the inform the GPH-MILF CCCH (Co- approach to the situation, to regional construction of military facilities has development, Geng said.
Interior and Local Government ordinating Committee on the Ces- socio-geopolitics has always been to been mostly complete and Beijing Chinese Premier Li Keqiang, during
(DILG) Officer-in-Charge Catalino sation of Hostilities in order to avoid come into a mutual understanding and could now deploy military assets in the his meeting with Cayetano in Beijing
Cuy. misencounter between the GPH and dialogue to resolve cases like these, Spratlys anytime. on Friday, called for healthy and stable
In the 15-page document, the MILF forces. Abella said during the Mindanao Hour According to the Chinese foreign development of bilateral ties with the
MILF said it recognized the ill ef- The protocol also provides, among press briefing yesterday. affairs ministry website, DFA Secretary Philippines.
fects of illegal drugs and the rampant others, the general guidelines, opera- the President, at this stage, has Alan Peter Cayetano made a four-day He added that China is ready to
trading of shabu in the Bangsamoro tional procedures, implementation of been non-combative and non-adversar- visit to Beijing, China from June 28 work with the ASEAN to fully and ef-
and declared the use, sale and pro- search warrant, and citizens arrest ial. But (he) has approached regional to July 1 to exchange views on China- fectively implement the Declaration
liferation of shabu as haram and made by the MILF. geopolitics from the point of view of Philippines relations, China-ASEAN re- on Conduct of the Parties in the South
prohibited in Islam. Chief Superintendent Iperre R. dialogue and mutual understanding and lations, and international and religious China Sea (DOC).
The agreement sets the coop- Bucsit, chairman of the GPH AHJAG, mutual support, he added. issues of common interest. The Chinese Premier also noted
eration and coordination mechanism said he believes the coordination be- A year ago, the Permanent Court Chinese Foreign Ministry spokes- that China is ready to push forward
between government and the MILF tween police and the MILF will be of Arbitration in The Hague declared person Geng Shuang said the Philip- consultation based on the framework
forces in addressing the drug men- smooth sailing while noting the Chinas claims to the disputed South pines and China have further deep- of the Code of Conduct (COC) in the
ace in the ARMM and other parts of difficulty in holding operations inside China Sea as invalid. ened political mutual trust, carried South China Sea so that China and
Mindanao where Bangsamoro com- the Bangsamoro communities. However, Duterte opted to set out practical cooperation in various the Philippines can conduct mutually
munities exist. I believe the coordination now aside the ruling for the time being and aspects, restarted maritime dialogue beneficial cooperation and contribute
Cuy welcomed the signing of the between government and MILF will preferred to establish better ties with and cooperation, and moved forward to maintaining peace, stability, and
agreement, saying the protocol will be smooth sailing, he said. China first, promising to revisit and to the bilateral relationship, which have prosperity in the region.
provide procedures and integrate Brig. Gen. Earl Baliao, chairman talk about it before his term ends. created tangible benefits to people from Meanwhile, Chinese Ambassador
efforts of the government and MILF of the GPH-CCCH, said there is a According to the Asia Maritime the two sides and promoted regional to the Philippines Zhao Jianhua said
in anti-illegal drug operations. need for the two parties to coordi- Transparency Initiative, new missile peace and stability. Cayetanos visit to Beijing is timely as
On the protocol on prior coordina- nate our efforts for us to be able to shelters and radar and communication It is believed that the visit by For- relations between the two countries
tion, the government agencies that further fast-track our cooperation facilities were being built on Fiery Cross eign Secretary Cayetano will bolster have now entered a golden period of
will conduct anti-illegal drug opera- against illegal drugs. (Kagitingan), Mischief (Pangaiban), and political mutual trust between the two fast development.
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SEA GAMES

With velodrome unavailable,

track cyclists train on the road
By REY BANCOD and equipment.
Matigas ang mga ulo, hindi mas-

C
racks are visible in the 333- away, said a lady guard.
meter concrete track of the Jazul, himself a former national
Amoranto Velodrome in Que- cyclist, said he sees the participation
zon City, but thats the least of Reyes and Corpuz as part of their
of concern of cyclists Christian Reyes preparation for the 2019 Games which
and Melvin Corpuz. the country is hosting.
Reyes and Corpuz are the coun- The two will see action in only
trys representatives in the track com- two of eight track events the Mens
petition of the 29th Southeast Asian Scratch and the Mens Omnium, which
Games in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. Jazul believes they have a good chance
Less than seven weeks before the of pulling off a surprise.
Games, the Philippines is pinning its Unang-una, walang oras involved
hopes on two untested young cyclists doon, he said.
who have not been to any track compe- In the scratch race, all riders start
tition here and abroad. together and race each other for over
In fact, both riders have logged 15 kilometers with the first over the
more kilometers on the road than on finish line declared winner.
the velodrome. The omnium, on the other hand, is
Although national cyclists are a multiple race event which consists
quartered inside the sports complex of Tempo Race, Elimination Race,
where the velodrome sits, they rarely Scratch Race and Point Race.
get a chance to practice in the steeply Much of the preparation is done on
banked oval tracks. the flat track because of the unavail- Cyclist Melvin Corpuz sits on the track of the Amoranto Velodrome in Quezon City. National cyclists preparing for the 29th
Southeast Asian Games in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia have been unable to train regularly in the velodrome because of activities
Masuwerte ng maka tatlong beses ability of the velodrome, according to
of a major religious group. (Alvin Kasiban)
kami sa isang linggo, said national Jazul.
coach Carlo Jazul. Usually, Monday at Reyes, a 19-year-old incoming ju- by the Philippine Sports Commission school. sa July 10, Jazul said.
Tuesday lang, pero depende pa rin kung nior at Far Eastern University and (PSC) in 2004. Corpuz, on the other hand, is neph- The riders are set to train in the
walang naka-schedule na activities. Corpuz, a 20-year-old high school Reyes joined the national pool only ew of Tour veteran Santi Barnachea. World Cycling Center Korea Satellite
A religious group holds prayer ral- graduate, join the road team in train- seven months ago. He was spotted by After finishing high school, he con- in Incheon where they get to sample
lies thrice a week in the middle of the ing, travelling at least 40 kilometers a Jazul while joining local fixed-gear centrated on cycling and saw action in the wooden track of an indoor velo-
field, bringing scaffoldings to build a day just to get to one of three training races. Ronda and Le Tour races. drome.
stage and a number of tents. Large venues. He started biking at the age of five, To make up for what they lack in The last Filipino cyclist to win the
wires that power a sound system lay Reyes and Corpuz use their own but got his first bicycle at the age of 15 overseas exposure, Jazul said they gold medal in the track was Victor Es-
on the track, making the velodrome bikes to train and pay for the tires after swapping his Samsung Galaxy hope that their 40-day training in South piritu in 1997.
off-limits. themselves when these get worn out. mobile phone. Korea pushes through. Jazul is hoping that it wont take
Despite the prohibition, trucks While waiting for new ones, the two To prepare for the Games, Reyes Hindi pa nasagot ang mga Kore- that long for cyclists to reclaim the ve-
cross the track to deliver materials make do with old track bikes bought said he took a leave of absence from ano, pero nakahanda na kami umalis lodrome.

GOLF NBA
NEWSBITS
Swede leads by 2
POTOMAC, United States (AFP)
Curry signs 5-year, $201-M deal
While some top European golfers LOS ANGELES (AFP) Golden guished way down the pecking order obliterated during a series of daz-
are already back home preparing State Warriors superstar Stephen of the NBAs best-paid players. zling seasons for the Warriors that
for the British Open, Swedens Curry has clinched a new five-year According to the basketball- have helped him become a four-time
David Lingmerth is making the deal worth $201 million, the richest reference.com website, Curry had All-Star.
most of his decision to play a
contract in NBA history, ESPN re- been the 82nd best-paid player in the He was named NBA Most Valuable
familiar American course this week.
Lingmerth fired a bogey-free five- ported on Friday. league, earning just over $12.1 mil- Player during the Warriors champi-
under par 65 to grab a two-stroke Curry, who recently helped the lion last season. onship winning run in 2014-2015 and
lead over Australias Geoff Ogilvy Warriors to their second NBA Finals That figure is dwarfed by the the following season became the first
after Fridays second round of the crown in three years, is the first play- leagues highest-earner, LeBron player in history to win the award in
PGA National, standing on 10-under er to break the $200-million barrier, James, who stands to earn $33.3 mil- a unanimous vote.
130 at TPC Potomac. After birdies ESPN said, citing the players agent lion next season and $35.6 million in He averaged 25.3 points per game
on four of his first six holes Thursday Jeff Austin. 2018-2019. this regular season and has led the
helped him shoot 65 and seize the News of the agreement wipes away Currys existing contract had league in three-point field goals for
18-hole lead, the Swede sizzled any uncertainty concerning the future been agreed when there were still five straight seasons.
at the start again with birdies on of Curry, who had been on a four-year doubts about his long-term fitness, That remarkable run of scoring
three of the first five holes. Ogilvy,
contract worth a relatively modest $44 with the player thought to have is- included 402 three-pointers in 2015-
the 2006 US Open champion, shot
65 to stand second on 132 with million until his new deal. sues concerning the durability of his 2016 a single-season record. No
American Daniel Summerhays Despite being one of the leagues ankles. other player had passed 300 threes in
third on 134. Indias Arjun Atwal highest profile stars, Curry had lan- However, those doubts have been a season before Curry. STEPHEN CURRY
and South Korean Kang Sung were
five adrift on 135. No one else was
football
within six strokes of the lead.
George joins Westbrook at Oklahoma
WPGA: 2 share lead Paul George has a new home, and nothing. JPV eyes 6th
Russell Westbrook has a new star The trade was first reported by
CHICAGO (AFP) South Koreas
Kim Sei-Young and American
teammate.
The Indiana Pacers have agreed
ESPN.
George could have been in line for
straight win
Danielle Kang each fired a five- to trade George to the Oklahoma the so-called Supermax extension By JONAS TERRADO
under-par 66 to share the lead City Thunder for Victor Oladipo and a five-year pact worth about $205 Games Today
after Fridays second round of the Domantas Sabonis, said two people million with Indiana this summer, (University of Makati Field)
Womens PGA Championship. with knowledge of the details. The had he been voted onto the All-NBA 4 p.m. Kaya vs Global
Kim and Kang, each seeking their stunning deal gives Westbrook, the (Rizal Memorial Stadium)
team this offseason.
first major titles, both stood on 4 p.m. JPV vs Davao
newly crowned NBA MVP, some seri- He wasnt, though if he is an All-
seven-under 135 after 36 holes at
Olympia Fields near Chicago. One ous help next season. NBA player next season which is JPV-Marikina shoots for its sixth
stroke adrift was a pack including The teams came together on the certainly possible with the numbers straight win while Global-Cebu eyes a
Englands Jodi Ewart Shadoff, trade Friday just hours before the he could post playing alongside West- momentum-boosting victory before a
American Brittany Lincicome and free agent market was set to open, brook George would be eligible for midweek clash with an archrival today
South Koreans Lee Mi-Hyang, said the people who spoke to The As- a huge payday again. And the irony in the Philippines Football League.
Chella Choi and Amy Yang. Kim, sociated Press on condition of ano- there is that if he is set on joining the The Japanese-flavored JPV side
runner-up in this event two years nymity because the trade was not of- Los Angeles Lakers in 2018, as has hosts Davao Aguilas at the Rizal Me-
ago, has won 11 career titles, seven ficial. Paul George been reported for some time, George morial Stadium while Global visits
of them on the LPGA Tour, the most George told the Pacers recently agent next summer, forcing the team would miss out on that massive extra struggling Kaya-Makati at the Univer-
recent at the Lorena Ochoa Match sity of Makati Field. Both matches are
that he planned to leave as a free to find a trade before losing him for windfall. AP
Play in May.
scheduled at 4 p.m.
Led by the Japanese duo of Taku-
volleyball mi Uesato and Takashi Odawara, JPV
Perry, Triplett tied emerged as the surprise leader of the
IPEABODY, Mass. (AP) Kenny
Perry shot a 6-under 64 on Friday
Creamline downs Akari in PVL opener fledgling league with 18 points through
eight matches, including victories over
Global and Ceres.
for a share of the US Senior Open
lead with Kirk Triplett at a record By KRISTEL SATUMBAGA dez to start their title bid with a bang. 1-set apiece behind reinforcements But JPV is wary of a potential up-
11 under through two rounds Vargas finished with 18 points Rizza Cruz and setter Louie Romero set by Davao, which several days ago
Games Today highlighted by 16 kills in her first game of Kings Montessori School. held erstwhile leader Meralco-Manila
at Salem Country Club. Triplett
(The Arena, San Juan City) with the squad, Morado produced 36 But the Lady Falcons failed to sus- to a 2-all draw in Tagum City.
followed his opening 62 with a 67 in 10 a.m. Cignal vs Caf Lupe (Mens)
the morning, and then Perry came 1 p.m. IEM vs Sta. Elena (Mens) excellent sets apart from contributing tain their momentum heading to the Meanwhile, Global looks to come
from three strokes back to tie him. 4 p.m. UP vs Pocari Sweat (Womens) six points while Valdez also scored 18 third frame as the experience of the out victorious heading into Wednes-
Perry missed a 25-footer for birdie 6:30 p.m. Power Smashers vs BaliPure points for the Creamline squad that is Cool Smashers prevailed. days big clash with Ceres-Negros at
on No. 18 just moments before the (Womens) seeking to bounce back from a semifi- Jem Galanza led Akari-Adamson the Cebu City Sports Center.
horn sounded to clear the course nal exit in the Reinforced Conference. with 14 points, but the Lady Falcons That match will be Globals first
because of an approaching storm. Creamline flexed its muscles in Creamline broke away from a 9-7 31 errors proved crucial in their cam- home game in the Queen City of the
The 36-hole total of 129 was one
the last two sets and spoiled the de- deficit in the fourth set, denying the paign. South after the complex located near
stroke better than the record set by
Michael Allen in 2013 in Omaha, but of Akari-Adamson, 25-17, 18-25, tough Falcons side an opportunity to Earlier, defending champion Air downtown was being refurbished.
Nebraska. Perry won that year. Doug 25-15, 25-22, yesterday in the start of force a deciding fifth. Force spoiled the debut of newcomer Global is coming off a 2-1 win over
Garwood (67) was two strokes back the Premier Volleyball League Open Nag-focus kami sa service-receive Gamboa Coffee, 25-19, 25-10, 28-26, in Davao, but had to withstand some last-
at 9 under, and Bernhard Langer Conference at The Arena in San Juan namin lalo na nung fourth set, said the leagues mens division. minute threats by the Aguilas to force
(65) and Scott Verplank (66) were City. Vargas. The duo of Nino Jeruz and Edwin a draw.
8 under. Langer won the first two The Cool Smashers took control Morado also provided variation of Tolentino conspired with 12 points Kaya has lost its last two matches
majors on the PGA Tour Champions after dropping the second set behind plays in her reunion with former Ate- apiece for Air Force, with Tolentino a 2-0 defeat at home to Meralco two
this year. Eight threesomes failed to new players Rosemarie Vargas and Jia neo teammate Valdez. producing eight kills, two blocks and weeks ago followed by a 3-1 setback to
finish the second round before play Morado and resident star Alyssa Val- Akari-Adamson tied the match at two service aces. Ceres last June 24 in Bacolod City.
was suspended.
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pba

San Miguel eyes

Acting Editor: TITO S. TALAO
grand coronation
By JONAS TERRADO aadjust para sa amin and I think we
18 Sunday, July 2, 2017 E-mail: [email protected] have to anticipate whatever adjust-
Game Today ment they have to make.
(Smart Araneta Coliseum) Chris Ross, who bounced back
6:30 p.m. TNT KaTropa vs San Miguel
(San Miguel leads series 3-2) from a miserable Game 4 with 10
points, 11 assists, five steals and four
The San Miguel Beermen want rebounds, is anticipating that TNTs
nothing more than to crack open cans other players namely Ranidel de Oc-
of beers and celebrate another cham- ampo and Kris Rosales would pro-
pionship tonight in Game 6 of the PBA vide the offense it desperately needs
Commissioners Cup Finals, but Ar- like in Game 5.
wind Santos stressed the need for a De Ocampo had 19 points while
much-better start than the last time. Rosales finished with 16. Ross, how-
Alam naman na kayang kunin ever, said the main focus remains on
pero di kami pwedeng dumeretso sa frustrating TNT star Jayson Castro,
taas, Santos said after his 27-point whose 12 points and 12 assists went
performance in for naught after a
the Beermens Series Summary: 4-of-13 shooting.
111-102 victory Game 1 TNT KaTropa 104, San Miguel 102 As long as we
over TNT KaT- Game 2 San Miguel 102, TNT KaTropa 88 make it tough on
ropa Friday. Sig- Game 3 San Miguel 109, TNT KaTropa 97
Jayson we know
Game 4 TNT KaTropa 102, San Miguel 97
uro umpisahan Game 5 San Miguel 111, TNT KaTropa 102 hes the head
namin ng magan- of the snake it
da, malakas (at) bodes well for us.
maayos yung Game 6, siguro maku- Those guys stepped up (in Game 5),
kuha namin yung goal namin. but we were able to win the game,
Should that be the case, San Miguel said Ross.
will have a better chance of finishing Frustration grew on the TNT camp,
off TNT in tonights 6:30 p.m. duel at particularly import Joshua Smith, who
the Smart Araneta Coliseum and add was fined P30,000 for calling the refer-
a second title that will boost talks of ees terrible after Game 5.
Manny Pacquiao flexes his muscles before the crowd during yesterdays weigh-in in Brisbane, Australia. Pacquiao tipped the scales at a possible grand slam for the PBAs KaTropa coach Nash Racela, up-
146 lb for todays WBO welterweight title defense against Jeff Horn. (AP) most successful franchise. set with the 38 free throws given to the
boxing But Santos and company know Beermen and rued his teams 24 turn-

Will history repeat?

that pulling off a performance similar overs, remains hopeful that his mix-
as Friday, when San Miguel rallied ture of veteran and young players can
from a 15-point halftime deficit with a foil the expected beer bash and force a
precision-like showing in the second deciding seventh game on Wednesday
half, will be harder as the KaTropa are at the Mall of Asia Arena.
capable of redeeming themselves. Again, the goal is to get to a Game
Maybe (Game 6) is a different 7, Racela said. I mean your emo-
kind of ballgame, dahil they keep on tions cannot be dictated by this game.
Roach sees shades of Hatton in Horn adjusting, said San Miguel coach Leo
Austria. The good thing is sila nag-
You just have to focus on the next one,
and there will be a Game 7.
By NICK GIONGCO Pacquiaos furious fists, the moment hard for Pacquiao, who began his ca-
he and almost everyone are looking reer as a light-flyweight (108 lb) in 1995,

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RISBANE, Australia Hall forward to seeing might not even take to score a knockout as he has been pit-
of Fame trainer Freddie place. ted against naturally bigger men.
Roach sees an uncanny simi- If that happens, Roach is certain Pacquiaos greatest hits took place
larity between Jeff Horn and that Horn, younger by almost ten years between 122 lb (super-bantam) up BRISBANE, Australia As rival ing that the 29-year-old local boy will
British bad boy Ricky Hatton head- at 29, would ride his bike and go the to 140 (junior-welter) from 2001 until Freddie Roach harps about an easy soften up Pacquiao for the kill towards
ing into the final hours leading up to other way. 2009 when his victims simply could not win, Glenn Rushton thinks otherwise. the end.
Manny Pacquiaos first defense of the A stoppage victory Sunday by Pac- deal with his speed and his paralyzing Rushton feels that it will dawn on Horn is the overwhelming un-
World Boxing Organization welter- quiao will put an end to nine years of power. Manny Pacquiao after a few rounds derdog against Pacquiao, an eight-
weight crown at Suncorp Stadium. futility. At 122, Pacquiao demolished just that he was dead-wrong in taking Jeff division champion who has defeated
If this guy is as aggressive as they The last time Pacquiao came close about everyone thrown at him while at Horn lightly in their world welter- several elite fighters in the worlds big-
say he is, Manny will knock him out to winning by knockout was against 126 (feather), cut through Marco Anto- weight title fight Sunday at Suncorp gest stage.
like what Manny did to Hatton, said Chris Algieri of the US in November, nio Barrera and at 130 (super-feather), Stadium. But Rushton and Horn believe Pac-
Roach on Saturday at the lobby of the 2014 in Macau where he scored a total crushed Erik Morales. We think its going to be Sun- quiao will eventually fold and wilt un-
Sofitel Brisbane CBD, the official resi- of six knockdowns en route to a lopsid- Pacquiao had a brief layover at 135 day Bloody Sunday, Rushton said der enormous pressure.
dence of Pacquiao and the Top Rank ed decision win. (lightweight) where he flattened Da- moments after Horn conquered the The thing is, that could only happen
team led by Bob Arum. Last year, Pacquiao faced Tim vid Diaz in 2008 and appeared at 140 scales and declared his readiness to if Horn survives Pacquiaos best shots,
A one-punch knockout? Bradley for the third time and scored (junior-welter) against Hatton in what wrest the World Boxing Organization something his camp feel wont happen
Yeah, just like what happened to two knockdowns on his way to a clear- has been regarded being Pacquiaos 147-lb crown from Pacquiao. even though the 38-year-old southpaw
Hatton, said Roach with conviction. cut points victory. most devastating victory at the elite I dont think they know how good has actually lost three of his last eight
But as soon as Horn gets a taste of The jump in weight has made it level. Jeff really is, said Rushton, predict- fights. NICK GIONGCO

Ancajas defends crown

By NICK GIONGCO of his rival.
I want to win by
BRISBANE, Australia Jerwin Ancajas KO but I need to be
wants to make the most out of his appearance careful as well, said
underneath a Manny Pacquiao headliner on Ancajas, who defend-
Sunday with a head-turning performance ed the crown for the
against Teiru Kinoshita of Japan. first time last Janu-
Making the second defense of the In- ary.
ternational Boxing Federation (IBF) su- You just cant go
per-flyweight title he won last year from in there throwing and
McJoe Arroyo of Puerto Rico in the Philip- not thinking about his
pines, Ancajas (26-1-1 with 17 KOs) is eye- Jerwin Ancajas counters, he said.
ing a stoppage win against fellow southpaw A spectacular showing should open up a
Kinoshita (25-1-1 with eight KOs) at Sun- lot of golden opportunities for Ancajas, who is
corp Stadium. expected to be given a slot anew if and when
There is a sixty to seventy percent that Pacquiao fights again after the Horn show-
I can win by KO, Ancajas told the Bulletin down.
from his room Saturday at the Sofitel about Meanwhile, Junel Dapidran, first cousin
an hour after tipping the scales at 114 lb. of Pacquiao, meets Brent Dames in a six-
Kinoshita, a North Korean who now re- round lightweight clash.
sides in the port city of Kobe, was on point at The Dapidran-Dames match will kick off
115 lbs. a seven-fight show being staged by Duco Pro-
But while Ancajas wants no less than motions of New Zealand, the Las Vegas-based
stopping Kinoshita dead in his tracks, the Fil- Top Rank, Inc. of Bob Arum, MP Promotions
ipino titleholder remains wary and respectful and the Queensland State Government.

volleyball
Petron rips SLR, gains PSL semis
By JEROME LAGUNZAD Rhea Dimaculangan provided the needed
stability, notably in the second frame where
Flashing its deadly form of old, Petron the Blaze Spikers wiped out a 20-24 deficit.
turned back error-prone Sta. Lucia in style, Nakikita kasi ni coach (Shaq Delos
25-7, 26-24, 25-16, last night and advanced to Santos) na pagdating sa second set, nagko-
the semifinal round of the 2017 Philippine collapse at nag-i-slow down kami. Kaya yun
Superliga (PSL) All-Filipino Conference at ang prinaktis namin, kung paano makaka-
the Malolos Sports and Convention Center recover, admitted Molina, who accounted
in Bulacan. for 10 of the teams 39 attacks.
The Blaze Spikers gained their rhythm And whatever adjustments made by De-
early on then displayed the composure los Santos to address his wards problems
usually seen from proven champions when immediately pay big dividends for the Blaze
the going got tough, especially in the criti- Spikers.
cal second set, to send the upset-conscious Pushed to its limit by Sta. Lucia in the sec-
Lady Realtors packing behind a dominant ond set, Petron overcame four set points behind
straight-set victory. the combined exploits of Dimaculangan and
More importantly, Petron, the 2015 All- Maizo-Pontillas who capitalized on the Lady
Filipino champion, made it to the final four Realtors porous floor defense and reception.
for the third straight year and will next face Then Sta. Lucia failed to recover its bear-
the winner of the other quarterfinal pairing ings from such big meltdown as the Lady
between Foton and Cherrylume which is be- Realtors found themselves on the receiving
ing played at presstime. end of the Blaze Spikers renewed offensive
Outside hitter Ces Molina led a balanced vigor in the third, with youngsters Cherry
attack with 11 points while fellow national Rondina, Mika Reyes and April Ross Hingpit
team mainstays Aiza Maizo-Pontillas and taking turns.
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News In Brief
R/$ rate stands PIDS questions motives of PLDT
and Globe on SMC telco buyout
at R50.47/$1
The peso
exchange
rate stands
at R50.47
last Friday at
By BERNIE CAHILES-MAGKILAT were scattered in about 30 different laws, have rules on Mergers and Acquisitions make sure that this transaction benefits
the Philippine
with most of them having outdated provi- (M&A), to vet the firms against possible the consumers. Particularly, she urged

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Dealing & Exchange Corp. (PDEx).
he recent buyout of San Miguels sions and were hardly implemented. anti-competitive impact and make sure government to ensure that PLDT
The weighted average rate stands
telecommunication assets that Medalla explained that the main pur- that the dominant position created by and Globe increase and widen their
at R50.449.
resulted in only two main play- pose of the PCA is to prevent firms from the M&A produces efficiency or welfare services.
ers PLDT and Globe Telecom unfairly obtaining market power. That is, gains. Medalla also encouraged PLDT and
Pagcor monitors left in the telco industry has brought prevent companies from unfairly exclud- The author also recommended that Globe to work with the PCC and the NTC
RWM assistance to a cloud of doubt as to the motives of the ing other firms from engaging in eco- there should be at least three major to ensure that there is (and will be) no
transactions, the Philippine Institute for nomic activities, which would then have players in the industry to promote violation of the PCA and that the mergers
victims, employees Development Studies (PIDS) said. the effect of lessening competition. competition. In the near future, how- and acquisitions would indeed produce
The Philippine Amusement and PIDS Senior Research Fellow Erlin- She said the memorandum circulars, ever, challenges arising from structural benefits.
Gaming Corporation (Pagcor) said da Medalla said in a research paper that issued by the Philippine Competition barriers, such as the cost of obtaining This can be done during the transi-
it had been closely monitoring Re- the buyout clearly reduce competition Commission (PCC) while the review various permits and licenses (both lo- tion period, where the firms can cure
sorts World Manilas (RWM) efforts to just two players in the industry. process was ongoing for the implement- cal and national), the cost of obtaining any violation if any, or may request
of atonement for the victims in the Medalla cited the San Miguel telco ing rules and regulations of the Act, rights of way, the available spectrum or for binding ruling from the PCC. This
June 2 tragedy. Of late, Pagcor acquisition, which was announced nearly provided a technical loophole for the bandwidth, and the foreign equity limita- could entail agreeing on conditions that
verified that RWM has settled the a year after the Philippine Competition transactions to proceed, adding that tion might make things more difficult, would yield benefits for consumers, like
hospital bills of all wounded victims Act was enacted, as a clear example that there were concerns that the transac- she pointed out. platform sharing and interconnectivity,
and has given R500,000 cash as- much needs to be done to establish a tions may have not been fully transpar- To address this, Medalla emphasized and increased services and greater uti-
sistance to each of them. It also truly working competition policy. ent about the terms in the co-sharing the need for liberalization, competition, lization of their assets (including those
ensured that the families of those "The timing (and haste) of the PLDT agreement and the conditions set by the and regulatory reforms on the part of newly acquired), she added.
who perished in the tragedy would and Globe acquisition of the San Miguel National Telecommunications Commis- the PCC, NTC, and other government She also proposed that NTC and
receive settlements tailored-fit to telecommunications assets is arguably sion (NTC)." agencies, such as the National Economic Congress reduce the barriers to entry,
each familys demands. Included suspect," Medalla wrote in her paper. She noted that once a firm has and Development Authority and the especially in allocating bandwidths and
in RWMs settlements were full In 2015, the Philippine Competition obtained dominant position, it is more Department of Information and Com- spectrum, and granting of telecommu-
scholarship grants for children from Act (PCA) was enacted to promote fair difficult for competition policy and law munications Technology. nications franchises, respectively, and
grade school to college and the competition in economic activities and to police such firms against anti-com- Also, the author argued that while impose stringent conditions on con-
assurance of a job at RWM once penalize anti-competitive conduct. Prior petitive behavior. the acquisition by PLDT and Globe is sumer protection and quality of service
these scholars graduate. With to this, competition policies and laws To counter this, she suggested to a done deal, the government should suppliers.
regard to safety and security con-
cerns, RWM has already complied
with all the standards and require-
ments set by Pagcor. It also wants Eagle Cement reports
30% jump in net profit
RWM to make sure some 6,000
gaming employees are called back
to work.

Euromoney cites
Bank of PI
to R1.03 billion in Q1
Bank of the Philippine Islands (BPI) By JAMES A. LOYOLA While it continues to keep its strong-
was hailed as the Best Bank in the hold in the market, Eagle is also com-
Philippines by Corporate Treasurer Eagle Cement Corporation (Eagle), pleting its third integrated cement
(CT) and the Best Private Bank with the only Filipino-owned cement manu- production line in Bulacan, which is
Commercial Banking Capabilities facturer in the country, posted a 30 expected to be operational by 2018. It
in the Euromoney Private Banking percent jump in profit to R1.03 billion for will add 2 million metric tons to Eagles
and Wealth Management Survey. the first quarter of the year. capacity.
This is the fourth time in a row for TOWARDS A RELIABLE POWER SYSTEM IN MINDANAO The Department of Energy During a press briefing, Eagle Ce- The company is also set to begin con-
BPI to be awarded Best Bank in the and the Philippine Electricity Market Corp. (PEMC) held a ceremonial, symbolic ment Chief Finance Officer Monica Ang struction of its fourth integrated cement
Philippines, besting other Philippine and historical switching during the official launch of the Mindanao Wholesale said core net income grew 15 percent production line in Cebu and its support-
banks in three main service seg- Electricity Spot Market (WESM) on June 28, 2017 in Davao City. WESM will allow because of a one-time loss of R100.4 mil- ing facilities in Visayas and Mindanao
ments: Cash management, trade Mindanao to have a competitive and transparent power market with the intent lion for penalties related to the shift to in a bid to penetrate the cement market
finance, and risk management. to lower electricity prices and increase reliability in the region's power system. loans with lower interest rates. in the region.
CT recognized the banks achieve- During the event, Energy Secretary Alfonso G. Cusi (second from right) discussed Net sales increased by 19 percent Eagle also discloses that it is actively
ments in acquiring and maintaining the benefits of WESM to Mindanao consumers. Shown with him (from left) are: to R3.77 billion in first quarter this year seeking further expansion as local de-
a large customer base, resulting in Presidential Spokesman Ernesto Abella, PEMC President Melinda Ocampo and from R3.17 billion in the same period of mand for cement constantly increases.
a higher volume of transactions in Mindanao Development Authority Chair Datu Abul Khayr Alonto. 2016. The company attributes its posi- In relation to the need for more
local and foreign markets. More- tive first quarter results to sales driven cement output, BOIs inclusion of ce-
over, CT recognized BPIs experi- by increased sales volume, she said. ment projects in the new Investment
ence in managing risks and giving
expert advice while enabling clients
to expand their financial portfolio.
Bank lending rises 18.7%, Ang added that the declined spend-
ing on infrastructure in the first quarter,
in contrast to last years accelerated
Priorities Plan (IPP) for tax incentive
purposes is a move also welcomed by
Eagle cement.
Notably, in trade and supply chain
finance, CT said BPI addressed money supply expands spending prior the May elections, did not
affect the company, which continued to
Eagle President Paul Ang affirmed
that this effort by the government

to R9.6 trillion in May

the needs of alternative and af- generate profit through its solid distribu- reinforces its commitment to push for
fordable financing of micro, small, tion network. growth through infrastructure. Its a
and medium enterprises (MSME). Eagle noted that its retail business strategic move to encourage cement
The banks Supply Chain Finance remains strong and with the govern- firms to expand, especially with a loom-
program allows clients to negoti- By LEE C. CHIPONGIAN of motor vehicles and motorcycles; and ments pronouncement of increased ing 47 million metric ton demand by
ate terms of credit with supplier information and communication, said infrastructure spending under its R8 tril- 2025, he said.
MSMEs, which in turn gave MSMEs Bank lending went up by 18.7 percent the BSP. lion Build, Build, Build plan, the firm is With Eagles increase in capacity
financing flexibility. The program year-on-year in May, even as it slowed The net claims on the central govern- optimistic about its prospects. through the addition of two integrated
sought to address results of the down compared to the previous months ment also grew by 8.9 percent because Ang said they expect to be able to cement plants from its third line in Bu-
2015 Ease of Doing Business Re- growth of 19.2 percent, according to a of increased borrowings by the National sustain strong sales volume growth for lacan and in Cebu, it has demonstrated
port of the World Bank, which cited central bank report. Government, added the BSP. the rest of the year although revenues a lead in the local cement industry that
that cash flow constraints is one of In peso terms, commercial banks As for net foreign assets (NFA) in cannot be assured because of price chal- will support the growing demand in the
the reasons for hampered growth total outstanding loans amounted to R6.32 peso terms, this grew by 4.6 percent lenges amid market competition. country.
of MSMEs in the country. trillion net of reverse repurchase (RRP) year-on-year in May from 3.6 percent in
placements. With RRPs, the total was at the previous month. Foreign exchange
Security Bank R6.59 trillion, it grew by 17.4 percent in May inflows coming mainly from overseas Fili-
from 16 percent in April. pinos remittances and business process
DigiBanker winner On a month-on-month seasonally outsourcing receipts continued to be the
Security Bank Corporation emerged adjusted basis, bank lending for loans net drivers behind the increase in the BSPs
as winner in two public sector cat- of RRPs grew by 1.7 percent and loans in- NFA position, said the BSP.
egories at the recently concluded clusive of RRPs were up by 3.3 percent. Banks NFA, on the other hand, were
The Asset Triple A Awards 2016 In a statement the Bangko Sentral also on the rise because of an expanded
held in Hong Kong. The Bank was ng Pilipinas (BSP) said it will continue foreign assets portfolio from higher loans
named Best Regional Specialist to ensure that the expansion in domestic and investments in marketable debt
Award and Best in Treasury and credit and liquidity conditions proceeds in securities.
Working Capital for the Philippines line with overall economic growth. The growth in M3 remains consistent
under the public sector category Also in May, domestic liquidity which with the BSPs prevailing outlook for infla-
in recognition of its efficient gov- was measured as M3 by the BSP expanded tion and economic activity, said the BSP.
ernment payment services and by 11.3 percent year-on-year to R9.6 trillion. The central bank reported that bank
performance in corporate treasury This is only a slight change compared to lending for productivity loans went up by 1ST ASEAN ELECTRIC & HYBRID VEHICLES SUMMIT 2017 OPENS AT THE WTC The
management, trade finance, supply the 11.2 percent growth in April. 17.6 percent in May at R5.59 trillion. Loans First ASEAN Electric & Hybrid Vehicles Summit officially was held on June 29,
chain, and risk management. Our The central bank continues to assess for production activities accounted for 88.5 2017 at the World Trade Center in Pasay City, Philippines. The event brought
electronic government payments that demand for credit remains the princi- percent of total loans. together over 600 industry players and stakeholders from ASEAN Member States
system (eGov payments) was in- pal driver of money supply growth. Under productivity loans, real estate (AMS). Photo shows Trade Assistant Secretary Rafaelita Aldaba (fourth from left)
troduced nine years ago through During the period, with the sustained borrowings increased by 17.1 percent to and BOI Executive Director Ma. Corazon Halili-Dichosa (third from left) leading
DigiBanker to aid the government growth in private sector credit, the do- R1.097 trillion in May, while electricity, organizers and guest speakers in pushing the ceremonial power button signaling
agencies in serving the public. It mestic claims rose by 14.3 percent in May gas, steam and airconditioning supply the opening of the Summit. Joining them in the opening ceremony are (from
utilizes top-security internet opera- compared to Aprils 13.8 percent. Growth increased by 24.8 percent to R754 billion. left to right): Tan You Soon, President, Electric Vehicles Association of Malaysia
tions and streamlines processes in bank loans remains strong on account of Manufacturing loans rose by 10.9 percent (EVAM); Rommel Gutierrez, President of Chamber of Automotive Manufacturer of
for an efficient delivery of quality lending to key production sectors such as to R845.68 billion while wholesale and the Philippines (CAMPI); Rommel San Juan, President, Electric Vehicle Association
services, said president and CEO real estate activities; electricity, gas, steam retail trade, repair of motor vehicles and of the Philippines (EVAP); Raymund Ravelo, Vice President, Meralco; Yossapong
Alfonso L. Salcedo Jr. and airconditioning supply; manufactur- motorcycles went up by 10.6 percent to Laoonual, President, Electric Vehicle Association of Thailand (EVAT); and Terence
ing; wholesale and retail trade, repair R837.72 billion. Siew, Regional Manager-Asia, Greenlots Singapore.
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Free irrigation, another misguided legislation

raise their productivity and income. NIA unfortunately is ill-equipped to per- The most straight forward way to government-owned and -controlled cor-
Farmers recognize the value of ir- form these downstream functions. These raise income of rice farmers is for them poration (GOCC) and hence should be
rigation and majority of them pay the activities are much more expediently to switch to other high value crops after reorganized as the Bureau of Irrigation
irrigation service fees. The collection accomplished by the water beneficiaries the rainy season rice harvest. After the and Drainage (BID), with regular annual
WHY NOT?
efficiency of the National Irrigation Ad- themselves through their Irrigators As- first rice crop, farmers will make more funding from Congress.
DR. EMIL Q. ministration (NIA) in 2014 was a respect- sociations (IAs). Congress should also consider con-
money from vegetables, melons, sweet-
JAVIER
able 67.4 percent. Many of the farmers Absolving farmers of the obligation corn, legumes and even herbals and fining the mandate of NIA/BID to what
who refuse to pay understandably are to pay irrigation service fees sends the ornamentals, provided a market can be the agency does best design and con-
those whose fields are at the tail end of wrong signal. It reinforces the notion of assured for these other crops. struction of new large irrigation systems,
There are those who look the irrigation systems which do not get entitlement and forgets about account- However there is a catch. The large maintenance of head facilities and main
enough water. ability and self-reliance. Fair enough that irrigation systems are designed for rice. canals and periodic major rehabilitation
at things the way they are, The real challenge is how to better farmers should not pay the capital costs, But the water delivery requirements for of systems after typhoons. With 1.50 mil-
maintain and manage the existing ir- maintenance of the head facilities and these other crops are different from those lion hectares yet to be developed, NIA/
and ask why... I dream rigation systems so that all the fields in main canals and major rehabilitations of rice. In order to successfully grow BID will have its hands full easily for the
the design service areas get all the water after typhoons. But compensating the these other crops, the individual farmer next 30 years!
of things that never were, they need. And in the process more fully farmers to clean the canals that directly must have full control over the timing and The large upside from investments in
recover the R680 billion worth of invest- convey water to their fields does not frequency of the availability of water. large irrigation systems is from multiple
and ask why not? ments we have spent on the 1.78 million make sense. Thus, water from the large systems cropping and crop diversification. But the
hectares we already have. There is a Better Way have to be supplemented with water required expertise are agronomy, crop-
Robert Kennedy The actual efficiency of our existing Congress can still help President from small irrigation systems like farm ping systems and marketing which NIA,
irrigation systems is only 137 percent, a Rodrigo Duterte make good on his ponds and reservoirs as well as water mainly staffed by engineers, never had.
far cry from the ideal of 200 percent, i.e. campaign promise of free irrigation by drawn from shallow tube wells (STWs) Thus, the management and main-

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he two previous columns dwelt two crops a year. Instead of harvesting qualifying that farmers need not pay and pump irrigation systems from open tenance of the large irrigation systems
on the incoherence and contra- 3.56 million hectares of irrigated rice irrigation fees to government (NIA) but sources (PISOS). However, the mandate together with the installation of small
diction in some of our environ- each year, we realize only 2.44 million instead collect water fees from among for construction and supervision of small irrigation facilities and cropping systems
ment laws governing 1) the hectares. We are short of 1.12 million themselves to pay for part of the cost of irrigation systems belong to the Bureau development should be consolidated
cutting of trees, and 2) the complete ban harvest hectares. At a conservative maintenance and to increase the capital of Soils and Water Management (BSWM), under the technical supervision of the
of incineration of municipal solid wastes gross income of R40,000 per hectare, we of their water cooperatives (the IAs). NOT WITH NIA. BSWM and the administration of local
under the Clean Air Act. are missing R44.8 billion worth of palay The bigger cost of maintenance of These small irrigation systems cost governments.
Congress will soon impose on us each year. irrigation systems is the regular clearing much less to construct, have shorter ****
another well-meaning but misguided But the assurance of sufficiency and of the secondary canals which labor the construction periods and have more Dr. Emil Q. Javier is a Member of
legislation free irrigation. timely delivery of water requires, among farmers can readily provide themselves. flexible maintenance and operations the National Academy of Science and
Free irrigation is misguided because other things 1) regular clearing of the The surplus from the collected water fees requirements. Technology (NAST) and also Chair of the
it misses the point of what really matters thousands of kilometers of secondary can proportionately be attributed to the Amending the Charter of NIA Coalition for Agriculture Modernization
to farmers assurance of sufficiency canals, and 2) equitable sharing and on- paying members as their individual capi- Without the irrigation service fees, in the Philippines (CAMP). For any feed-
and timely delivery of water with which to time scheduling of water distribution. tal contributions to their cooperatives. NIA shall cease to be a self-sustaining back, email [email protected].

PH state universities look to Japans engineering program model

Fifteen state universities from the education trends by going beyond the tion courses in the Philippines, a first With ASEAN integration, qualifica- sity, Partido State University, Batangas
Philippines visited Japan recently to Philippine context, said CHED Deputy of its kind in the country considering tions of select professions in the region State University, University of Science
benchmark and learn from Japans best Executive Director Napoleon Imperial. the Philippines vulnerability to natural will be aligned to allow free movement of and Technology of Southern Philippines,
practices in engineering and technology What we learned from Japan is the role disasters and availability of engineering professionals, including those from fields Pangasinan State University, Nueva Ecija
education amid the onset of the ASEAN of industry in enhancing the curriculum professionals. such as engineering, nursing, architec- University of Science and Technology,
integration. and opportunities for collaboration with JICA and Japans National Gradu- ture, medicine to name a few. University of Southeastern Philippines,
The international academic visit was Japanese universities. ate Institute for Policy Studies (GRIPS) Our visit to Japanese universities Polytechnic University of the Philip-
part of the Philippine Higher Education CHED partnered with the Develop- worked together in designing the uni- provided us insights on how to improve pines, Mariano Marcos State University,
Career System (Phil-HECS) Program of ment Academy of the Philippines (DAP) versities short-term course in their engineering programs and higher edu- Visayas State University, Mindanao State
the Commission on Higher Education in developing the programs course study visit in Japan and linked them with cation governance in the Philippines, University- Iligan Institute of Technology,
(CHED) in partnership with the Japan design and training modules including relevant Japanese universities in connec- said Dr. Dexter R. Buted, President of and Negros Oriental State University.
International Cooperation Agency (JICA) the short-term international study visits. tion with the Phil-HECS program. Pangasinan State University. We were Said universities visited GRIPS as well as
and Development Academy of the Philip- The visits aim to expose participants to JICA hopes that the visit to Japan able to see how we can improve our cur- Japans Toyohashi University of Technol-
pines (DAP). The program supports the best models and styles of leadership and will help expand the global network of riculum and institutional directions and ogy, Institute of Technologists, and Asian
professional advancement and career governance. Philippine universities to benefit Filipino develop the competencies of our gradu- Productivity Organization.
management of senior executives in Through JICAs support, the Japa- students and teachers, and open oppor- ates relevant to ASEAN integration. To date, higher education and train-
Philippine State Universities (SUCs) in nese experience is highlighted in this tunities towards institutional learning The participating State Universities ing was cited as among the bright spots in
the country. visit. Following the visit, one of the par- and linkages programs between the include Western Philippines University, pushing the Philippines global competi-
CHED would like to develop a ticipating State Universities is eyeing Philippines and Japan, said JICA Chief Tarlac State University, Caraga State Uni- tiveness ranking in the World Economic
broader perspective of global higher an introduction of disaster risk reduc- Representative Susumu Ito. versity, Laguna State Polytechnic Univer- Forum (WEF) Report 2016-2017.

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Residential property Mindanao businessmen seek govt

prices up just 1.1% approval to arm security personnel
in first quarter BSP By MADELAINE B. MIRAFLOR For his part, DCCCII president Ron-
ald Go said businessmen in Mindanao
The NPA has resorted to burning
equipment and facilities in fruit planta-

A
By LEE C. CHIPONGIAN the tallied quarter compared to end- mid the continuous extor- no longer want to add to the security tions in Mindanao to force companies to
December when it was down. The BSP tion activities and attacks by concerns that law enforcement authori- pay them revolutionary taxes.
The Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas explained that the higher growth in communist insurgents on ties are currently facing in the island in Among the facilities that the com-
(BSP) yesterday reported that resi- prices of single detached houses and their businesses, Davao City light of the declaration of martial law. munists have destroyed include a
dential real estate prices moved up townhouses outweighed the slower in- Chamber of Commerce and Industry, This is why the business commu- banana processing plant in Pantukan,
1.1 percent year-on-year in the first crease in prices of condominium units. Inc. (DCCCII) and Pilipino Banana nity is requesting the government to Compostela Valley last Feb. 5; a pine-
quarter, mostly because of higher con- Meanwhile, in AONCR the double- Growers and Exporters Association at least give us some leeway to allow apple plantation in Bukidnon on Feb.
dominium prices. digit increase in prices of condominium (PBGEA) have sought the approval of us to protect our businesses from the 25; Doles cold storage plant and other
The BSPs Residential Real Estate units offset the slight decline in prices the government to arm their security NPA and other criminal elements, equipment in Barangay Sinawal in
Price Index (RREPI) increased to 117.2 of single detached houses and town- personnel. Go said. General Santos City last March 30; and
from 115.9 the same time in 2016. The houses. This, as the two groups threw in Valoria said PBGEA members op- three container vans loaded with fruits
growth in residential property prices The BSP said seven in 10 real estate their support for Senator Panfilo Lac- erate banana and pineapple farms in in Maragusan, Compostela Valley on
was higher compared to last years 0.3 loans during the quarter were used to sons call to put off peace talks with the areas that are infested with NPA insur- March 25.
percent. buy new housing units, accounting for National Democratic Front (NDF) until gents and it is precisely the presence The following day, the NPA opened
As defined by the BSP, the RREPI 60 percent of total real estate loans. the group can demonstrate its sincerity of our high powered firearms that deter fire on a spray plane in Tagbina, Su-
measures the average change in prices By type of housing unit, 48.4 per- in pursuing the peace process. the NPA from attacking us. rigao. The insurgents continued with
of various types of housing units com- cent of residential property loans were PBGEA president Alexander Valo- This has been proven in the past. their attacks in Sumifru (Philippines) in
prising of single detached/attached for the acquisition of condominium ria yesterday asked the government The NPA will laugh at our shotguns Malaybalay, Bukidnon on March 27.
house, duplex, condominium, and units, followed by single detached units to reconsider its recent move requir- and pistols as they can now easily over- Valoria and Go, nevertheless, wel-
townhouse based on data from housing (43.3 percent) and townhouses (7.9 ing security personnel guarding their run our facilities. Without a chance to comed the recent assurance made by
loans granted by commercial, universal, percent), according to the BSP. The plantations and offices to deposit their defend ourselves, many may see that the police leadership in Mindanao that it
and thrift banks. number of loans granted increased for high-powered firearms with the Philip- there is no other choice but to pay the will take steps to fill the security gap left
The index tracked the growth of all types of housing units compared to pine National Police (PNP). NPAs revolutionary tax, Valoria said. by the recent directive requiring private
condominium unit prices which the their year-ago levels, with condominium We are respectfully appealing Valoria recalled that just two months entities to deposit their high-powered
BSP noted was faster at 2.7 percent units posting the highest growth of 26.9 to authorities to review this recent ago, NPA guerillas torched some R4 firearms with the PNP.
year-on-year as of end-March and by percent. directive as we are left at the mercy million worth of farm equipment at Among these measures, Valoria
1.8 percent from the previous quarter The BSP said NCR-based buyers of the NPA (New Peoples Army) and a pineapple plantation owned by Del said, is the PNPs move to speed up the
(fourth quarter 2016). buy mostly condominium units while other lawless elements which, in most Monte Philippines in Davao City, less training program for Special CAFGU
The prices of single detached units, those in AONCR prefer single detached cases, are now able to carry out their than a week after government negotia- Active Auxiliary (SCAA) groups that will
in the meantime, reversed a one per- houses. attacks using high-powered guns, tors and the NDF agreed on an interim be deployed to augment security forces
cent decline in the last quarter of 2016 Overall, the NCR accounted for 44.8 Valoria said. joint ceasefire agreement. in Mindanao.
to reporting an increase of 0.4 percent percent of the total number of residen-
end-March. Townhouses prices rose by tial real estate loans granted during
1.3 percent but this was lower than the the quarter, followed by CALABARZON
6.2 percent growth last quarter. with 29.3 percent, Central Luzon with
The BSP said theRREPI for both 6.7 percent, Central Visayas with 5.7
National Capital Region (NCR) and percent, and Western Visayas with 5.1
Areas Outside NCR (AONCR) showed percent. Davao Region had 3.2 percent
similar pace of growth. of the total residential real estate loans
Both NCR- and AONCR-based while and Northern Mindanao had
residential real estates had prices that 1.5 percent. Together, these seven
went up by 1.1 percent year-on-year in regions accounted for 96.3 percent of
the first quarter. total housing loans granted by banks,
NCR property prices improved in said the BSP.

IBPAP warns of jobs

impact by tax reform bill
By BERNIE CAHILES-MAGKILAT petitiveness in the global market, as
well as the growth trajectories outlined
The IT & Business Process As- in Roadmap 2022. Recipients of the 2017 Paeng Awards pose with the Board of Judges from the RBB Foundation (from left): Fr. Rev. Fr. Jose
sociation of the Philippines (IBPAP) More importantly, this will also im- Victor E. Lobrigo (Simbag sa Pag-asenso, Inc.), Angelo Solarte (Taytay sa Kauswagan, Inc.), Gov. Amando M. Tetangco
has urged the government to study the pact on job creation targets, including Jr., Mr. Antonino L. Alindogan Jr. (RBB Foundation), Mr. Rolando B. Victoria (Alalay sa Kaunlaran, Inc.) and Deogracias N.
impact of the tax reform bill, stressing sectors who benefit from the 3.2 multi- Vistan (RBB Foundation).

Microfinance community fetes Tetangco;

that removal of incentives will adversely plier effect of the IT-BPM industry.
impact on the sector's ability to create Through the IT-BPM industrys
more jobs. hub and spoke model to developing the

announces winners for Paeng Awards

In an official statement, IBPAP said sector and countryside, the industry
they support the tax reform bill of the has been contributing significantly to
Duterte administration citing its abil- the growth of the middle class over the
ity to increase the take home pay of the past decade.
individual wage earners. Per NEDAs AmBisyon Natin 2040, The microfinance community gath- ing his name continues this advocacy as the microfinance community led by
However, the group said they would strong growth coupled with efforts to ered on June 21, 2017 for the Paeng it provides microfinance institutions the the RBB Foundation, Microfinance
like the government to consider the reduce inequality can help eradicate Awards and to honor the distinguished tools, knowledge and technology to stay Council of the Philippines, and the
negative impact on job creation that poverty by 2040. achievements and valuable support of responsive to the changes in the market APPEND Network gave its tribute to
may happen if the incentives of the IT- With the IT-BPM industry subsec- Governor Amando M. Tetangco Jr. for and the rapidly evolving demands of Governor Tetangco for his outstanding
BPM industry are removed. tors growing between 9-13% over the microfinance in the country. their clients. contribution to the microfinance sec-
With the current model, IBPAP said, next six years all over the country, the The Paeng Awards, formally known The Paeng Awards are given in rec- tor. Under his leadership throughout
there is flexible demand for our services group said they can continue helping as the Rafael B. Buenaventura Awards ognition of the notable inroads made by the last 12 years, BSP supported the
allowing outsourcing firms to be com- the government with the Inclusive for Microfinance Institutions, was microfinance institutions into improv- growth of the microfinance sector and
petitive in the global market. Growth & Poverty Eradication goals of launched in 2013 by the Rafael B. Bue- ing client service, outreach, and insti- promoted financial inclusion through
This is because the margin of dif- the TRAIN Bill. naventura Micro Finance Resource tutional efficiencies through innovative enabling policies and pioneering ad-
ference is counter-alanced by the high "However, the magnitude of this Center Foundation (RBB Foundation) in programs. For 2017, the citation awards vocacy work which have garnered for
quality service and talent the industry growth will be highly dependent on partnership with the Bangko Sentral ng were given to Taytay sa Kauswagan, the BSP and the country international
offers. However, should the tax reform maintaining the competitiveness of Pilipinas. The award is a tribute to the Inc. (TSKI) and Simbag sa Pag-asenso, recognitions.
bill remove the current incentives of the Philippines as a major outsourcing legacy of the late BSP Governor Rafael Inc., for achievement in disaster risk On July 3, 2017, Governor Tetangco
the industry, this will increase the price destination and this can be done only by Paeng Buenaventura who believed in reduction management programs, and will turn over the BSP leadership to
differential further, the statement keeping the current incentives that the the power of microfinance and strongly to Alalay sa Kaunlaran, Inc. (ASKI) for Deputy Governor Nestor A. Espenilla
added. IT-BPM industry receives," the state- advocated for its mainstreaming in the achievement in financial education. Jr. who has proven himself a staunch
This will impact our industrys com- ment concluded. financial system. The foundation bear- Following the awarding ceremony, advocate of financial inclusion.

Amway PH expects digital sales

to contribute 15% of its total revenue
By BERNIE CAHILES-MAGKILAT To encourage more online transac- about Amway and our products. This
tions, Amway is conducting more train- is just the starting point, Kim said. He
Amway, the worlds leading manu- ing for its staff and Amway business noted that if this pilot project proves to
facturer of more than 450 consumer owners (ABOs) to push digital sales. be successful, this will be replicated in
goods based in the US, expects that There are 60,000 ABOs in the Philip- all its units in other countries.
online sales this year will account for pines. So far, its online sales through According to Kim, smart phone
15 percent of its total business in the the Facebook Messenger chatbot has penetration in Korea in 2011 was only
Philippines following the launch of the registered 1,300 downloads by active 20-30 percent, which is the current
pilot test digital marketing platform in users. penetration level in the Philippines.
the country. Response to queries are done real Now, Korean smart phone penetration
Brooke Bouton, member of the Am- time, although response to questions and electronic payments are at a high
way ANEXT App and manager for mar- that require some research can take of 99 percent.
ket innovations in the Philippines, said a little while. The chatbot has brought Kim, however, noted that while the
that the local Amway unit generated 540 a wealth of experience in servicing Philippines may have a lower smart
orders online on the first month from consumers and clients in a fast and phone penetration and poor internet
launch from only 8 before launch. efficient way. coverage, it has a very high social media
Were hoping for more growth. We This artificial intelligence is only interaction.
would like online sales to be 15 percent used for the Philippines, but we are go- Amways digital marketing is also
of total channel mix by end this year, ing to evaluate the results if it is fit for supported by its improved product de-
said Bouton. other Asian countries region then we livery system. If the customer is within
PH-CHINA TRADE RELATIONS His Excellency Zhao Jianhua, Ambassador This is considerably small compared will launch this also in other countries, its zoom zone, delivery of orders can be
Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of the People's Republic of China to the to Koreas Amway where online sales as well, Bouton said. done on the same day. Zoon zone covers
Philippines (left ) and Robert M. Young, Chairman & President of Foreign Buyers contribute 65 percent of total business. Hyun-Dong Kim, Amway APAC a particular radius for Cagayan de Oro,
Association of the Philippines (FOBAP), exchange inputs and trade advise Koreas high online sales is largely due head of digital operations, said they are Davao and Metro Manila. Deliveries
regarding strengthening and increasing mutually the trade activities during to the countrys high Internet cover- tapping the FB Messenger to provide outside these zones will take 3-5 days.
the 20th anniversary of Hong Kong's return to China, held at Shangri-La Hotel age in the and higher rate of electronic chatbot service to consumers citing the Delivery is free for a minimum
Makati on June 29, 2017. FOBAP is a signatory to the memorandum of agreement payments. high social media interaction among purchase of R2,000 in Metro Manila
with the China-Asean Business Council (CABC) at the 2013 Philippines-China The lack of ubiquity of electronic Filipinos. and R10,000 for outside. Below this pur-
Trade & Investment Summit. The aim is for the promotion of international trade payments of Filipinos is a factor as to We are using this FB artificial chase threshold, a R100 delivery will be
between the two nations, of which CABC complemented a FOBAP Philippine how aggressive our targets are, said chatbot to communicate to consumers charged for Metro Manila and R300 for
business liaison office in Kunming, Yunnan Province, China. Bouton. easily so they get basic information the provinces.
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THE SHOW MUST GO ON

Newport Mall reopens with a grand sale and fantastic treats to welcome back shoppers

T
hirteen days after a welcome back our guests but
lone gunman brought with a big sale and other fan-
terror to the Resorts tastic treats?
World entertainment While most of the estab-
complex, Newport Mall, which lishments have been opera-
is attached to the casino where tional, a few retail brands situ-
the gunman wrought death and ated at the ground floor are
destruction, has reopened. still close for repair, as they
Needless to say, a tighter were affected when the sprin-
security system is in place. kler soaked merchandise. The
We hired Black Panda, an prices, however, are dropping
international security group, elsewhereVictorias Secret,
immediately after the inci- Tommy Hilfiger, Guess, Puma,
dent, says Abby Garcia of Charles & Keith, Hush Pup-
Newport Malls. We have bag pies, Coalition, Michael Anto-
scanners at every entrance nio, Call It Spring, La Senza,
all seven of themand we and Bench are posting unbe-
have instituted frisking. Our lievable prices.
guards stationed at entranc- Participating dining estab-
es, and those roving around, lishments are offering big dis-
are now heavily armed. The counts too.
previous lapse in security has The malls spa, Island Spa,
made the complex possibly which many may not know is
the most secure shopping and located at the fifth floor (yes,
entertainment destination in there is a fifth floor and it is ac-
the city today. cessible only by an elevator) is
Last Thursday, the ca- offering 20 percent off across

With customers still cautiously trickling in,

Newport has pulled out all the stops, from
offering 70 percent discounts in both retail and
dining establishments, to giving free parking,
to inviting bands and artists to perform every
evening at The Plaza. Movie cinema tickets
are also currently at R150 each.
sino has also reopened fol- all services, with a special
lowing PAGCORs lifting of diamond peel treatment from
suspension. Skin Perfection for only R499.
The mall is reopening its At the cinema, kids can
doors with a grand sale to watch for R150, while adults
lure back shoppers and loyal will enjoy the R170 special
customers. With customers rate from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
still cautiously trickling in, At 7 p.m. the mall comes
Newport has pulled out all the alive as bands and DJs own
stops, from offering 70 percent the stage at The Plaza, and
discounts in both retail and theyre all for free. Expect to
dining establishments, to giv- see the Mocha Girls, Primo,
ing free parking, to inviting TNT Singers, and some of the
bands and artists to perform countrys top DJs.
every evening at The Plaza. While parking is free for
Movie cinema tickets are also those who can present re-
currently as low as R150 each, ceipts worth R500, those tak-
which is half the price. ing Grab can get a R50 dis-
Newport Mall has always count just by using the promo
been known as one of the most code newportmall in their
exciting destinations in Metro transactions.
Manila for shopping, din- Newport Mall will also have
ing, and entertainment, and new operating hours from 12
we are excited to be opening noon to 10 p.m. on weekdays, and
our doors once again, says 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. on weekends.
Mikee Vivo, mall operations www.megaworldlifestyle-
manager. What better way to malls.com
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D-2 Lifestyle Sunday, July 2, 2017

Don't Shoot The

Messenger, Please!
ANGEL THOUGHTS we only see the despica-
Au t h o r i t a r i a n i s m ble trolls, the media mis-
is based on force and, communications gaffes
therefore, is physical, from some of the presi-
but authority is founded dents teams).
on reverence and love Anchored on the ad-
and, therefore, is mor- ministrations 10-Point
al. Arch. Fulton Sheen Socio-Economic Agenda, it
from his book Life is went thus, rid the streets of
Worth Living. criminals, free our people
Paging DPWH secre- from the menace of illegal
tary Mark Villar! Con- DEEDEE M. drugs, bring lasting peace
gratulations on the big SIYTANGCO to our southern islands,
projects for the agency, and neutralize extrem-
but can you please pay ist and terrorist groups.
attention to the smaller projects The basic premise is that, by restoring
like the unfinished portions of the peace and order and the rule of law, ev-
Silang road near the PNPA and erything else will follow, including eco-
the Adventist academy? Thanks to nomic and social development.
the unattended (for over a year al- Well and good. Who can quarrel
ready) repairs after the road wid- with this mission? According to the
ening, these two points clog up the PCOO scorecard, the economy is on a
traffic from Tagaytay to Sta. Rosa roll with gross domestic product (GDP)
for hours! growing by 7.1 percent in the third quar-
Perhaps you know of other ac- ter of 2016, and expected to maintain its
cess roads to our favorite ridge growth trajectory this year. Confidence
city, but we poor motorists have in the economy is high among busi-
to use this road! And please finish nessmen, investors, and consumers.
the repairs on UN Avenue! Traffic People, except drug addicts, pushers,
is also so bad in front of the Pope and criminals, feel safe and secure in
Pius compound! the streets and in their homes.
The administrations Medium-Term
*** Development Plan 2017-2022 focuses
President Rodrigo Duterte infrastructure development as one of
still enjoys high trust and satis- the foundations for sustained econom-
faction ratings from the major- ic growth. The Build-Build-Build Infra-
ity of Filipinos (even if many also structure Program is the most ambi-
disagree violently). So maybe the tious infrastructure plan in Philippine
COMMUNICATION IS KEY Sec. Martin Andanar, PCOO chief (image by Mandy Navasero)
governments communications history which will usher in the Golden
machinery is working? If so, then Age of Infrastructure. PCOO has cre-
we can credit Secretary Martin ated a Build, Build, Build portal to un-
Andanar for delivering this ad- derscore the administrations commit- event, titled 1 with the 99: A Forum PCOO is part of #REHABiNASYON, administration. Lets put them in
ministrations messages through ment to transparency in governance. on Tax Reform, that will be held on which was launched on June 21 as these rehab centers instead! Go af-
the Presidential Communications This portal is a real-time tool where July 5 with Finance Secretary Car- the Philippine governments uni- ter corrupt policemen, please! And
Operations Office (PCOO). projects are monitored and tracked los Dominguez expected to deliver fied campaign against illegal drugs. work to bring peace in Mindanao!
Andanar gave credit to his with relevant information made avail- the opening remarks at the forum. #REHABiNASYON has three feature Recently, the government tele-
predecessor Sonny Coloma, who, able to everyone. The 1 to 99 event alludes to the components, namely #RealNumber- vision network, Peoples Television
he said, put the government me- PCOO is in coordination with the TRAINs intended beneficiaries99 sPH, #RealSolutions, and #RealSto- (PTV), aired a TV special dubbed
dia machinery, stations, and etc. Department of Finance (DOF) to percent of taxpayers, including the ries.The PCOO also actively supports Countering Violent Extremism.
in place. Or maybe the Duterte heighten public awarenessand sup- working and middle class such as efforts of the Department of Health The program discussed the root
cario brutal persona is really port for the Duterte administrations teachers, clerks, call center agents, (DOH) on the rehabilitation of drug cause of violent extremism and
what Pinoys appreciate? When he Comprehensive Tax Reform Program police officers, soldiers, and medical dependents. At present, there are 46 made suggestions on how the pub-
intones, I love the Philippines and (CTRP). The agency will conduct a personneland the top one percent drug abuse treatments and rehabili- lic can help address it. With hope,
am willing to go to jail for what I forum in July to harness support for comprising the richest households tation centers in the whole country. they got the message across!
believe! watch the swooning of his the Tax Reform for Acceleration and who will help invest in the countrys Eleven of these are managed by the So lets not shoot the mes-
followers here and abroad! Inclusion Act (TRAIN) that aims to future by paying higher taxes. I still DOH, five are managed by the local senger, even if we dont agree
Its a tough job for Andanars benefit 99 percent of Filipino taxpay- disagree, but lets see. government units, and 30 are private. with the message he sometimes
team efforts to popularize Du- ers and help sustain the governments PCOO is also coordinating with the The DOH will be opening seven more brings! And Sec. Martin will also
terteNomics, the administra- accelerated spending on infrastruc- Philippine Drug Enforcement Agen- treatment and rehabilitation centers. have an editor to edit the an-
tions blueprint for the countrys ture, education, health, and social cy (PDEA) to accurately convey to I sincerely hope there will be few- nouncements of Asec. Mocha
economic development and so- protection programs. Some 300 par- the public the actual situation on the er EJKs in the name of getting rid of Uson on the President and other
cial progress.(Most of the time, ticipants are expected to attend the governments war on illegal drugs. drug addicts on the second year of this official events. Hooray!

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YOUR HOME, YOUR STYLE

SM Home brings in top creative talents to inspire people to design and complete their own home
To bring the SM Home concept Leaning toward the edgy and Angelo Siochis vignette of urges people to complete and
By TERENCE REPELENTE
to life, we wanted to create stylish modern side, the living room vignette the couples bedroom is intimate, personalize their homes through
vignettes that people could be of Misty Floro and Pai Edles of relaxing, and a great canvas for the help of SM Homes wide variety

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ooking for a sudden spark inspired by. So we hand-selected Morfosis plays with unconventional adding personal touches. Colors, of home accessories and home
of design ideas and a pool five designers and I have worked furniture layouts, and uses accents accents, and dcor combine to improvement needs.
of inspiration to kickstart with all of them in the past. They such as an area rug to define space. create a room that is conducive to According to Thomas, SM Home
your personal home were all given a common thread. Iriss vision of a couples home relaxation, but Angelo has provided challenges you to do it yourself
improvement? Let SM be the fuel From there, we basically roped office, on the other hand, is a ample space on shelves, walls, and and add that personal touch to the
to your creative engines this July. their creativity in, because tables to which the couple different parts of your home.
SM Home has put together a solid
team of some of the most respected,
creative, and known talents in the
designers are extremely
and vastly creative, so
we have to sort of form a
What we want to can add their personal
touches.
In a departure from
We want to help our customers
complete their homes, and we want
to remind them that we have all of
country to craft a series of design
vignettes that can be viewed every
day during mall hours, for the entire
cohesive unitwe wanted
it to feel like a complete
home, said SM Home
do is create real- typical show houses, the
kitchen space was styled by
renowned pastry chef Miko
the items they need to do that. So
whether youre looking for small
items like dcor, accessories, you
month of July. The products used
in the personalized vignettes come
directly from SM Home, with special
Marketing assistant vice
president
Castaeda.
Thomas D. life Pinterest pages Aspiras, in partnership with
a local designer who helped
bring his vision to life.
want a candle, you want a lamp, or
you want furniture, or you want
new linens or towels, or you want
participation by Boysen for the paint
used in the spaces, and Architectural
and Design Source (AIS) for the tiles.
For the concept of the
vignettes, the designers
were asked to design for
for homeowners The choice of appliances,
kitchenware, and storage
solutions, as well as the
kitchenware, youre able to find it all
here at SM Home, he said. People
obviously go to the web and they look

THE VIGNETTES
The creative team behind the
a power couple between
the ages of 28 and 34, with
a passion in travel and
searching ideas. spaces overall layout were
based on the most efficient
way for the couple to
up design trends and styles, and they
look at magazines, but its nice to
see it in real-life and to see how its
vignettes is an eclectic mix of established photography, and a love for prepare great meals, and put together. We want you to come in
an active lifestyle. functional room that doubles as a easily cleanup afterward. here, get to see the spaces, and if you
and up-and-coming names in the design
Designed by Nina Santamaria of relaxing space to just hang out in. love those pieces, you could get them
industry. They are Nina Santamaria of
Grupo Santamaria, the dining room These seemingly contrasting ideas TAKE THE RISK AND PERSONALIZE for your home, and maybe take risks
Grupo Santamaria, Angelo Siochi of AG
is a perfect example of seemingly are achieved with the well-thought- This event is in line with SM with your own designs.
Siochi, Misty Floro and Pai Edles of
plain-looking items coming together out positioning of large functional Homes year-long series of events The vignettes are open for
Morfosis, Iriss Mangio of ILM interiors,
to create a beautiful, functional, and pieces, and strategic arrangement titled, Complete your Home with viewing at the SM Home Makati
and internationally recognized chef
inviting space. of plants and accessories. SM Home. This campaigns and branch until July 31, 2017
Miko Aspiras.

A POWER COUPLE'S HOME Clockwise from top left: An edgy and hip take on the modern living room by Misty Floro and Pai Edles; a relaxing home office designed by Iriss Mangio; a handy and hassle-free kitchen
space by chef Miko Aspiras; an inviting dining set designed by Nina Santamaria; unconventional and iconic living room elements by Misty Floro and Pai Edles; and countertop essentials that sprays intimacy
all over Angelo Soichi's bedroom space
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D-4 Lifestyle Sunday, July 2, 2017

WAS I IN
HEAVEN?
Or was I within the Gothic walls of a convent in Philadelphia?
Wherever I was, Sister Act definitely took me to a divine place,
and it was fabulous, baby

By TERENCE REPELENTE working with the choir, and breathes Written by Bill and Cheri Stein-
Images by NOEL PABALATE new life into the dusty convent while kellner with additional book mate-
and ERICKSON DELA CRUZ discovering a sisterhood shes never rial by Douglas Carter Beane, Sister

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had before. Act bids goodbye to the films classic
es, sisters! Its that Motown covers and introduces original
nostalgic movie from A DIFFERENT SOUND songs infused with the spirit of disco,
1992 starring Whoopi What made this musical adap- soul, and funkwhich perfectly fits
Goldberg. A film we all tation evidently different from the the time and setting of the story. These
watched and loved that is now film is the music. If youre expecting songs came to life through original lyr-
ready to be watched and loved iconic songs from the films sound- ics by 2008 Tony Awards nominee for
again, onstage this time. Powered track like I Will Follow You or My Best Original Score Glenn Slater and
by a stellar cast and music by eight-time Acad-

This show is about

an amazing produc- emy Award winner Alan
tion team, the mu- Menken. Sister Act has
sical remains faith- created, developed, and
ful to the essential
plot of the film
directed by Emile
accepting everybodyno introduced its own musical
and theatrical identity.

Ardolino. Set in
1970s Philadelphia, matter where they come A STELLAR CAST
One of the things I was
it tells the story of
aspiring disco diva
Deloris Van Cart-
from, how much money they looking forward to seeing
was how they would por-
tray my favorite character
ier (Den Hill), a
feisty, strong-willed have, what their race or from the film, Sister Mary
Robert. And hallelujah! I

religion is. We say nothing

woman, and a pow- was not disappointed. So-
erhouse disco diva phie Kim smoothly rode
wannabe with a with Sister Mary Roberts TIMID NO MORE Sophie Kim gleefully dances to the tune of Sister Act (Reprise)
dream of becom-
ing the next big
singing sensation.
matters more than love. character development,
from the timid and curious Overall, the entire cast of Sister the closeness of the cast and pro-
nun to the angelic vocal Act collectively delivered an outstand- duction team was also instrumental
Fabulously work- Guy (My God), Im very sorry to tell talent revealed in the song ing performance. This was brightly in the musicals success. They have
ing her way to the top in the city you, but you wont be hearing any of Raise your Voice. And I was so happy and clearly shown in Take me to bonded together and helped each
of brotherly love, Deloris clings those in the show. I was, to be hon- that she was given a shining moment Heaven (Reprise) and Sister Act other outlike true sisters (and
in love with a married man and est, slightly saddened when I found shown in her astounding solo, The (Reprise), which, for me, were the brothers) of the convent.
notorious mobster, Curtis Jack- out. But that mood quickly shifted Life I Never Led. glittery highlights of the showliter- I think the shyness has to take a
son (Brandon Godfrey). When moments after the curtains have Another notable performance was ally and figuratively! backseat in order to bring this party
Deloris accidentally witnesses parted. When Deloris Van Cartier by Eddie Souther, an awkward and shy This remarkable performance on every night. And that just fuels
him commit a murder, she ends opened with the ecstatic song Take police officer played by Will Travis. Of- from the cast, of course, wouldnt be me. She [Rebecca] gives me all the
up in hiding, on police orders, in Me to Heaven, briefly followed by ficer Eddie has had feelings of affection possible without their sheer effort and energy in the world because shes
a convent whose parish has fallen Fabulous, Baby, and unleashed on Deloris ever since they were in high dedication to prepare for their respec- the complete opposite. I have to kind
on hard times. Though the aus- that expressive and sassy diva vibe, school, and this unrequited love frustra- tive characters. of go to war with her and that gives
tere nun lifestyle doesnt match I knew I was about to witness some- tion was expressed through his impres- I had to do a lot of research before me the life, the challenge between
with her, Deloris finds her calling thing beautifully different. sive soulful solo, I Could Be That Guy. we started. Im not a Catholic myself the twoDeloris and Mother Supe-
so there were a lot of terminologies we rior. Den said, cheerfully pointing
used in the show that were not famil- at Rebecca.
iar to me. I didnt grow up with that,
so I read a lot of books by women who THE CONVENT IS OPEN TO ANYONE
had joined convents, nuns and former From its bodacious and brightly
nuns, and I learned a ton. That was re- colored costumes to its catchy and
ally fascinating. Im still studying, if I hummable tunes, Sister Act is defi-
can find more literature. I love read- nitely a family-friendly musical in its
ing about that and its such a different entirety. Violence, sex, and drugs
world from my own. It was a great op- play only a tiny fraction in the show,
portunity to research, shared Rebec- because Mother Superior wouldnt
ca Mason-Wygal, the woman behind allow that, of course! This feel-good
Mother Superior. musical will make you laugh and
Before becoming the sassy Delo- smile all throughout the night with
ris Van Cartier, Den Hill also faced its light-hearted humor, energetic
some personal obstacles. Its funny storytelling, and comic bantering.
because Im very shy in my personal Remember, the sisters arent just
life, and Deloris is the complete oppo- singing, theyre rejoicing the word
site. She is the life of the party. Wher- of God! Can I get an amen, sisters?
ever Deloris goes, she brings all the Sister Act runs until July
energyshe brings life to a room, 9 at the Theatre at the Solaire,
she said. Solaire Resort and Casino,
According to Den and Rebecca, Aseana Ave. Paraaque City.
A SASSY AND SOULFUL SISTER Den Hill passionately sings Sister Act (Reprise)
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A MOVIE THAT CAME TO LIFE

Toruk was inspired by the movie
the 2009 movie, Avatar

The Magical, Interactive

World of Toruk
Cirque du Soleil is in town, and it brings with it one of its newest touring productions inspired by James Camerons Avatar.
With 40 video projectors, giant puppets, and hundreds of acrobats, the production recreates the world of Pandora.
By Alex Y. Vergara

THE STAGE IS ON FIRE A glimpse of Torukthe First Flight, which premiered in Manila last June 23

TorukThe First Flight, Cirque du getting shorter as they get younger, the like stars during the shows second half.
Soleils newest show inspired by James team behind Toruk, led by writers-directors Transporting computer-generated
Camerons groundbreaking film Avatar, Michel Lemieux and Victor Pilon, has its characters from film to stage, especially
has several things going against it. But work cut out for it. figures as tall and as limber as the Navi,
judging from the warm reception it got Team Toruk also had the difficult task isnt always easy. Since the production is
from a predominantly Filipino audience on of making characters transcend from the dealing with muscular and, sometimes,
opening night at the SM Mall of Asia Arena big screen to a 20,000-square-foot stage, stocky acrobats who are of average
(it will have its last performance tonight, which virtually occupies SM MOAs whole height, the costume and makeup
July 2), the Canadian production, its 37th ground level or patron section. To make the departments led by Kim Barrett had to
since 1984, again succeeded in its main goal experience more interactive, certain portions come up with various new tricks to make
of transporting people to a different world. of the overhead video projection spilled over performers approximate their on-screen
For one, it has been almost a decade to the audience. Before the show, they were counterpartsfrom their lean physiques
since Avatar hit the big screen in 2009. With also asked to download an app that allowed to their wider noses and larger eyes.
peoples memories and attention spans their cell phones to light the arena and twinkle
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E-2 Bulletin Board Sunday, July 2, 2017

CEU Stages 2017 Psere International Conference 19th Metrobank Foundation Graduates
Forum Honors 91 Scholars
The Metrobank Foundation,
Inc. (MBFI), together with the
GT Foundation, Inc., recognized
this years batch of scholar gradu-
ates during the 19th Graduates
Forum, held last June 23 and 24,
2017 at the Metrobank Plaza and
at the University of Santo Tomas
Auditorium, respectively. With the
theme #PayIt4Ward: Service to
4Cs, the event aimed to highlight
what makes a Metrobank scholar
differenthis or her commitment This years ninety-one graduates were awarded by Metrobank
to serve Creator, Clan, Community Foundation president Aniceto Sobrepea (7th from left) and
Metrobank president Fabian Dee (6th from left).
and Country.
This year, a total of 91 scholars
Centro Escolar University held this plenary sessions on Academic Quality As- finished their undergraduate degrees, representing Metrobank Group Chairman Dr. George S.K.
years Philippine Society for Educational surance and Assessment in Higher Edu- 21 universities and colleges across the country. Tys commitment to nurture the countrys future
Research and Evaluation (PSERE), Inc. cation, with Dr. Alyssa Peleo-Alampay, MBFI president Aniceto Sobrepea challenged leaders, the two day-long event allows graduates
International Conference at the Librada Assistant Vice President for Academic the graduates to think beyond yourselves and to thank their benefactors and interact with their
Avelino Auditorium in CEU Manila. Affairs (Curriculum) in the University of focus your energies to worthwhile endeavors that fellow scholars.
With the theme Quality Assurance in the Philippines, Diliman, as the speaker, build the nation. He encouraged them to offer ev- Since 1995, the College Scholarship Program
Higher Education, the event aimed to de- Outcomes Based Accreditation in Higher erything to God, support their families, contribute has been awarding financial grants to support
scribe the high quality learning environ- Education with Dr. Rosita Navar ro, to the well-being of communities, and serve the deserving students through college. To date, the
ment that maximizes the opportunities Chairman of the Board for Professional country. program has produced over 986 graduates in collab-
for all students to succeed and provide Teachers, as the resource person and Every year, the Foundation stages the Gradu- oration with its partner institutions and schools.
them with intellectually challenging and Education Framework Criteria for Per- ates Forum to recognize the academic and non- For more information on MBFIs scholarship
transformative educational experience. formance Excellence discussed by Engr. academic undertakings of its promising graduates programs, please visit www.mbfoundation.org.
It also aimed to relate the applicability Angelica Fraginal, Senior Consultant and from different scholarship programs. Reflecting ph.
of quality management to higher educa- Founder of ACF Consultancy and Train-
tion sector in the light of the new devel- ing Services.
opments in quality assurance in higher A poster exhibit of the Universitys OUTSTANDING MANILAN
education. researches was also displayed at the CEU Senator Sonny Angara,
The two -day conference included MVH Lanai. chairman of the Senate
ways and means
committee, receives an
award as an Outstanding
Manilan from Manila
Wilcon Depot, GMA Kapuso Foundation Mayor Joseph Estrada
and Vice Mayor Honey

help Marawi City siege survivors Lacuna-Pangan during

the 446th Araw ng
Maynila commemoration
recently held at the
Wilcon Depot meets Manila Hotel. Angara is
the urgent need of accompanied by his wife
Marawi City for con- Tootsy and youngest
struction after donat- child Javier.
ing P1 million to GMA
Kapuso Foundation that
aims to help the crisis
survivors in Lanao del
Sur. The said amount
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SLMC performs PHs 1st Pediatric Robotic Surgery

Widus Rolls Out Balik Eskwela Program St. Lukes
Medical Cen-
move the instru-
ments herself
Selected public schools in Pampanga are set project at Special Education Center (SPED) in ter-Global City and use a single
to receive more than a million worth of school Angeles City last December 2016. achieves an- camera with a 2D
supplies for its indigent students this June and We hope to continue extending our company other medical flat screen. This
July as Widus Foundation rolls out its Balik Es- virtue of care beyond compare to the community milestone for option though
kwela project. especially to the youth. For our foundations flag- performing the lacks perception
Widus President and CEO Daesik Han ship project, we got in touch with Department of first pediatric of depth which
unveiled the back-to-school project which he Education (DepEd) to provide us the necessary robotic surgery is imperative to
describes as a collective effort aimed at up- information of the possible beneficiaries and in the country the pediatric pa-
holding the education and future of the youth gathered data revealed that number student led by one of the tients case. For-
at the recently concluded Talk Wid Us with the dropouts increase due to lack of basic school hospitals robot- tunately, there
Pampanga Press Club. supplies, Neki Liwanag, Widus AVP for Business ic gynecological was a more
Since day one, it has always been a dream for Development added. s u r g e o n s , D r. versatile option
us to have our own foundation; a facet that would Our team hopes to encourage and motivate Rebecca B. Singson. available in the hospital.
allow us to have a more committed, efficient students to go to school and lessen the parents According to her, the 11-year-old had an 8cm Instead of a laparoscopic approach,
and regular medium of help to the community, expenses in buying school supplies.These may teratoma or dermoid cyst which was the same Dr.Singson opted to what she calls a very
Han said. be baby steps on our chosen endeavor but we size as a newborn babys head. One month prior enabling tool called robotic surgery.Such
Asked how the foundations maiden project will study other possible programs on how we to consultation, the patient experienced excru- method givesher rotating instruments that
idea materialized, Widus AVP for Business De- can further improve the foundation as we seek ciating pain during her period and was initially have 7 degrees of freedom more than the hu-
velopment Neki Liwanag vividly recalled how it to create long term and sustainable programs, dismissed as urinary tract infection. man hands and has 2 cameras (left and right)
all began with the successful school rehabilitation Widus AVP for Finance Mitchell Estacio added. Its not actually rare. In fact, it is the most which give hera 3D view of the procedure while
common ovarian tumor found in children, its being done.
says Dr.Singson whose top priority was to save The robotic surgery team includes Dr. Alet
the little girls ovary. As a surgeon with this Hernandez (anesthesiologist), Dr. Rebecca
Philamlife: Filipinos Need Financial Literacy objective, her options fall under the category of
minimally invasive procedures. One was to do a
Singson (main surgeon), Dr. Angelica Chua and
Dr. Bianca Rojas (assistant surgeons), along
Filipinos have to be Being financially lit- laparoscopic surgery which would require her to with nurses Kim Llanes and Berna Borneo.
"financially literate" to erate will enable more
secure the Philippines Filipinos to save, at the
future and their own, same time gain a certain
stressed Philam Life
CEO and President, Ai-
degree of sophistication
in investing and maximiz-
AGRILINK 2017 Highlights Sustainable Aquaculture Technologies
bee Cantos. Otherwise, ing their assets, Cleto The countrys premier trade exhibition Agrilink, ventions and refinement of aquaculture procedures.
No matter how hard you noted. Starting them Foodlink, Aqualink is slated on October 5 to 7 at the We recently developed an improved strain of the
work, it will be difficult young is important. Fi- World Trade Center, Pasay City. The events theme seaweed Kappaphycus, which is showing as a low-
to save for your future nancial literacy should Improved Varieties and Postharvest Facilities: Es- cost but lucrative agribusiness for fisher folk, given
needs. be part of the high school sential to Profitability will underscore how adopting its high demand in local and international markets
For this reason, the curriculum. crop varieties, complemented with yield-enhancing and use in food, pharmaceuticals and nutraceuti-
insurance giant is con- Save before you postharvest facilities, can help increase and sustain cals. The strain is currently being further tested in
ducting a nationwide spend, he admonished. agricultural productivity. Among the supporters is seaweed farms in Guimaras, Bohol, Zamboanga,
"Live Ready" campaign The typical savings men- the Southeast Asian Fisheries Development Center Palawan, Samar and Iloilo.
to teach people financial tality is spending ones in- (SEAFDEC) an inter-governmental organization Supported by the Department of Agriculture
planning so they can save come then saving whats that seeks to promote the responsible stewardship and its allied agencies, as well as co-organized by
and invest properly. left. Put away a certain of fisheries and aquaculture resources. over 30 agribusiness, food and trade organizations,
However, financial amount monthly and stick Dr. Chihaya Nakayasu, deputy chief of aquacul- Agrilink 2017 will also feature local and international
literacy is both knowledge to your budget. ture division said, Our organization will be show- agricultural products, live animal and plant displays
and application, explained Insurance policies casing sustainable aquaculture technologies and and other interactive activities that will underscore
Philam Life Financial Ad- are a good investment bet innovations. Among these R&D projects is Quality the most up-to-date technologies that will enhance
viser Larry F. Cleto. for those aged 18 to 75, Cleto pointed out. By Seed for Sustainable Agriculture, which entails the the profitability, sustainability and productivity of the
Right now, a scant 25 per cent of over 100 putting your money in institutions that manage improvement of the genetic qualities and conditions interdependent industries of agriculture, aquacul-
million Filipinos are classified as financially pooled funds, such as insurance firms, you can of seed stocks used in aquaculture through domes- ture and food. For seminar participation email frld.
literate. And the resulting discrepancy between ride on their investment expertise. You dont tication, brood stock management, strain evaluation [email protected] or its official Facebook page at
need and capability is alarming. have to know everything about investing. and selective breeding as well as nutritional inter- facebook.com/agrilinkPH.
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By Kaye Estoista-Koo

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evlon, founded in the 1930s
by brothers Joseph and
Charles Revson and their
chemist friend, Charles
Lachman (hence Revlon) started
out with an opaque nail enamel. They
broke tradition by using pigments in-
stead of dyes. From there they moved
into a complete manicure line, make-
up products, the first cosmetic cream,
the first American fashion designer
fragrance, and more.
Revlon Professional, created by
an acquisition of the Henry Colomer
hairdressing company in Spain, paved
the way for Revlon to enter coloring,
perm technologies, and hairdressing
equipment in the late 70s. By 2000,
Colomer Group purchased back the
Revlon Professional unit. Today, Rev-
lon Professional continues to live by

IN FULL COLOR
its credo to provide state-of-the-art
beauty and hairdressing products,
education, and services.
At Chaos in City of Dreams, New
Summit Colors Distribution Inc. held
a grand hair show to announce itself
as the new and exclusive Philippine
distributor for Revlon Professional.
Rosa Cinco, president of New
Summit Colors Distribution Inc, Revlon just got more fabulous
shares that they are excited with
this development after six years in

The bright and

fessional products can be used, like the colors. It is semi-permanent, up to 10 to this high-end brand from the United
the industry. Havana Collection with the Revlonis- 20 washes, and you can go from yellow, States to cater to mens styling and
Revlon used to be distributed by simo Colorsmetique which was formu- which is pale gold to fire red overnight. mens grooming needs, shares Rosa.

exotic colors
another company but now it is with lated as if it contained a hair mask. The It depends on the mood! she says. It will have its dedicated section in
New Summit Colors and we wanted bright and exotic colors of the Havana Alex Lai and May Chua tackled the partner salons and they hope to
to make noise, to also let our salon popped on stage in copper oranges, the Style Masters range, which were launch by the third quarter.
partners and hairdressers know
about this development, says Rosa.
They flew in hairstylists May
greens, engine reds, deep purples, and
blondes in all its shades.
A prominent feature of the Havana
of the Havana designed from a professional point
of view. Rosa says this collection is
made for and by hairstylists: It is for
Rosa who started her career
with garment importation before
branching out into the beauty indus-
Chua from Malaysia, Alex Lai and
Anson Ko from Hong Kong, and Luc
Pesant from France for the Revlon
look are the aerial curls which lend the
tropical feel and vibrant, pure pigments popped on bridal, up-do, editorial, or debuts, and
is inspired by avant-garde traditions.
try, understands the ins and outs of
the industry quite well by now. She

stage in copper
which look even better under the sun. The products, which range from zero enrolled herself in a prestigious
Professional Be Fabulous Hair Show. Luc Pesant, Revlon Professionals di- hold factor to three hold factor (that is cosmetic school where she learned
Alex Lai is a winner of the Style rector of Education, and Anson Ko tack- the maximum), allow any hairstylist firsthand how to do spa treatments,

oranges,
Masters Show, an annual global led the challenging task of making sure to play with the hair and create looks nails, and even tattoo services and
event that showcases the latest in- these bright looks would cut across cul- that are glamorous, Victorianesque, eyelash extensions.
novations, creations, trends, and ture and race and suit the Asian com- even out of this world. The hairstyl- Aside from Revlon Professional,
hairstyles to over 4,000 hairdressers
from over 70 countries.
Rosa shares her desire for a Phil-
plexion as well.
The Nutri Color Creme Collection greens, engine ists did not hold back here, going into
such elaborate detail that some of
New Summit Colors also carries
Cynos Inside Hair Care, which spe-

reds, deep
was showcased to show how to use the the hair ended up looking like hats cializes in natural and organic sys-
ippine representative to finally make colors in a funky, crazy way. They ap- New Summit Colors already has thou- tems; Kerasilk, which is a Keratin
it to the prestigious Style Masters plied the color to certain sections only, sands of salons as partners nationwide. treatment targeted to battle frizzy,

purples, and
Show. Alex is already a global winner in straight lines, across the back of the Rosa shares that they are happy to kinky hair; Organique Professional,
this 2017, where he become a top 10 fi- head or just on one side of the parted offer a wide range of products to mid to a homegrown Pinoy brand made for
nalist, and the only Asian representa- hair. In order to do this, they showed high-end to salons like Bench Fix, Stu- Asian hair; CND or Creative Nail De-
tive in Brussels, Belgium. Hopefully,
a Filipino or Filipina will join the next
one in Barcelona, Spain, she says.
how foil was only wrapped on certain
sections then ironed on.
This is non-permanent says Rosa.
blondes in all dio Fix, Jesi Mendez, Going
Straight, and more. This 2017, New
Summit Colors is also bringing in Ameri-
sign from the United States, a lead-
ing nail care and color brand; and
Faby Nails, an Italian manicure and
The Be Fabulous Hair Show pre-
sented the various ways Revlon Pro-
It is for the young who love to experi-
ence life and experiment with their hair its shades. can Crew. It is the official product for
men, and we will be exclusively carrying
pedicure brand with non-toxic and
vegan nail products.

E1 The Magical, Interactive...

Apart from producing a compelling story, the

team also has to come up with something universal
and perhaps culturally appropriate, since Toruk,
which is set 3,000 years before humans stepped
on the moon Pandora in Avatar, is also a touring
arena show. This brings us to another challenge.
Unlike dozens of previously produced Cirque
du Soleil shows that are still running on the Las
Vegas strip and in Orlando, Toruk, the name given
by the Navi inhabitants to the mighty red-and-
orange predator that rules the skies of Pandora,
isnt staged in a theater or performance hall
specifically built for it.
Since its a traveling or touring show, it has to
adjust to various venues and conditions. Thus, the
set needs to be presumably light and transportable
enough to be dismantled and rebuilt wherever
theres a need or demand for it. How did Lemieux CATCH IT UNTIL TODAY TorukThe First Flight live in Manila until
and Pilon, as well as their army of collaborators, today, July 2 at SM Mall of Asia Arena
overcome such seeming limitations?
By staging a production that was less on As the press material revealed: Some video effects
acrobatics, which Cirque du Soleil is known for, are synched with performers movements, such that
but more on a compelling storyline and superb bioluminescent trails they leave in their wake (just like
atmospherics, thanks to an interplay of smart in the movie!), as they meander through the forest.
and interactive video projectors, gigantic puppets Some effects are mere evocations meant to create mood
(including a flying Toruk), organic costumes, like [flying] creatures circling the sky appearing only in
dramatic music, collapsible elements (you should shadow form on the ground.
see the Tree of Souls grow right before your eyes), Just like a play, Toruk had to content itself with a stage,
quick set changes, and state-of-the-art hydraulics. albeit a huge one. But since Pandora has a topography
and ecosystem that could, perhaps, even
eclipse the Earth, a static set composed
mainly of the Hometree, which doubles
as a mountain, and a small protruding
island, wont do.

Thanks to 40 video
projectors, the production
was able to take spectators
from deserts to oceans,
woodlands to mountains,
and lava flows to JOURNEY TO PANDORA Enter the world of fantasy when you watch TorukThe First Flight
cascading waterfalls with with their newfound friend Tsyal, they go multiple character roles.
a tap of a keyboard. on a quest to fulfill a prophecy high up the
Floating Mountains to find the mighty red-
But if you compare Toruk to the
episodic and circus-like appeal of earlier
and-orange predator, the biggest bird resident productions like Love, O, La
Thanks to 40 video projectors22 on the of its kind named Toruk. The prophecy is Nouba, and even One, youd probably go
ground, six on the Navis Hometree, two on fulfilled when a pure soul rises among the home disappointed.
twin lateral screens, and eight on audiences clans to ride Toruk for the first time and What it lacks in acrobatics, it more
themselves as part of the productions save the Navi from annihilation. than makes up for in terms of a solid
immersive efforts to involve patronsthe Of course, no Cirque du Soleil show would and engaging story. It doesnt hurt that
production was able to take spectators from be complete without the gravity-defying theres way too much eye candy in the
deserts to oceans, woodlands to mountains, stunts that have become par for the course form of light and projectors going on.
and lava flows to cascading waterfalls with for its multinational team of acrobats. The Such a device is necessary if you are to
a tap of a keyboard. actors-slash-acrobats who play Ralu, Entu, live with the Navi and immerse yourself
Toruks story revolves around two and Tsyal have their respective moments, with their causes and struggles, if only for
LIVE ON STAGE Navi has taken over the MOA arena
young brothers Ralu and Entu. Together and so do the dozens of artists who play one night.
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E-4 Lifestyle Sunday, July 2, 2017

SIGNED, SEALED,
DELIVERED
Montblanc sales
director for SEA
Montblanc expands its luxury retail space

Kenneth Shek,
Montblanc president
for SEA Matthew
Dupont, Rustans
CEO and chairman Montblanc president for SEA Matthew Dupont, 4th from left with: SSI president Anton
ZenaidaTantoco, Huang; assistant officer of the Economic and Commercial Section at the Embassy of
Rustans president Germany in the Philippines Katharina Bandelow; program specialist for the United Nations
Donnie Tantoco, and Childrens Fund, Philippine Country office Verity Rushton; Rustans Board of Director
Montblanc Senior MaritessTantoco Enriquez, Rustans Patriarch, and chairman Emeritus Amb. Bienvenido
Sales manager for Tantoco Sr., Rustans CEO and chairman Zenaida Tantoco, and Rustan Commercial
SEA Nathanael Tan Corporation president Donnie Tantoco

Stewart McPherson,
Rustans Board of
Director Maritess
Tantoco Enriquez,
and Val Khodaverdi

Kathy Huang and Michael Huang

Matthew Dupont, president of Montblanc Southeast Asia

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ustans, a luxury
brand destination
s u p e r s t o r e
recently unveiled
the new Montblanc store
concept, with its newly
renovated layout. The first in
Southeast Asia, Montblanc
Rustans Makati has
attracted a loyal following of HAVING A BALL
clients with its pioneering
TINA HIDALGO
spirit, upholding tradition,
JACINTO
excellence in craftsmanship
in its luxurious pens and
watches, and passion for innovation. As Montblanc
evolves, it is only expected that their retail presence
also reflects their new direction, said Anton Huang,
SSI Group Inc. president.
Katharina Bandelow, Serla Russell, Agile Zamora, Connie Haw, and Ferdi Salvador
With a palette of black, white, and wood,
designer Noe Duchaufour-Lawrance created a space that is pure
and its uncluttered aesthetic makes it a retail environment that
encourages its customers to stay in. From a 78-sqm. floor plan,
Montblanc has grown to 110-sqm. luxury retail space. It now
offers a larger selection of writing instruments, leather goods,and
timepieces. Rustans is constantly planning improvements for
our stores, to make them even stronger luxury brand destinations,"
says Michael Huang, VP for Store Planning and Expansions.
Montblanc recently introduced its latest collection for Unicef.
It aims to improve learning condition for over five million children
around the world by providing quality learning material and better
education. For every piece of Montblanc for Unicef Collection
Hayden Kho and Vicki Belo sold from April 1, 2017 to March 31, 2018, Montblanc will donate Nathanael
three percent of the proceeds to support UNICEF and its literary Tan,
Jenni projects, with a minimum amount of $1.5 million guaranteed by Luzanne
Epperson Montblanc. Patrons can still avail of the classics, Meisterstuck, Manlapit,
and Carmel
Miles Davis,and the William Shakespeare collection. Alberto,
Rovilson
Fernandez and
www.facebook.com/tinahidalgojacintowww.tinajacinto.com Kenneth
Shek

Georgina
Belardo,
Verity
Rushton,
Donnie Tantoco, Lana Johnson, Winston and Dina
Llamas, and Ryan Madamba Marc Nelson Marlon Stockinger Tantoco
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@mblifestyle
MB Lifestyle
@manilabulletinlifestyle

Travel
Section Editor: KRIZETTE CHU

F1 Sunday, June 25, 2017 [email protected]

THE
GODS
MUST BE
CRAZY
Now you can fly to Athens and back 7,000 years
through time and only for as low as R14,115
one way from Manila

Text and photos AA PATAWARAN takes only 11.5 hours from Singapore
to turn it to reality. Whats more spe-

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fcharisto! cial about this ancient city, however,
Thats thank you in is even if you are right here, and its
Greek, which literally trans- all tangible and all physicalstone,
lates to I feel good for what water, air, woodit still feels like a
you have done to me. And nothing dream, stranger than a dream. After
feels as good right now as having all, which other country has so seam-
caught the inaugural flight, launched lessly blended myth with fact, blurred
by Singapore carrier Scoot, its first the lines between whats real and
long-haul flight, from Singapore to whats fantastic? You cant thoroughly
Athens, the city where everything appreciate the history of Greece with-
started, including everything I have out the acquaintance of the 12 gods of
in my vocabulary. The very alphabet, Olympus, and those are only the ma-
after all, is from the Greek words al- jor deities in Greek mythology. There
pha and beta, the first two letters of are so many others, I suppose, that it
the Greek alphabet,AandB. would take a college course, maybe
It really is good news on the travel even a PhD, to know them all!
front. At the welcome ceremonies at First things first: The Greeks.
Athens International Airport upon ar- Im no stranger to kind peopleThe
rival of Scoots maiden flight on a Boe- Japanese are nice, the Turks are nice,
ing 787 Dreamliner, Scoot CEO Lee even the French are nice (to me), but
Hik Hsin said the the airline is cur- the Greek police at the Athens Inter-
rently the only airline and low-cost national Airport, when I asked where
carrier offering direct flight between the toualta or toilet was, readily left
Southeast Asia and Greece via a direct his spot to escort me there or at least
flight between Singapore and Athens. walk by my side far enough to point me
directly to the door. And this was way
BATTLE OF THE DEITIES before I got past immigration. No won-
Athens is a dream city and now der all these godsthe god
its so much more affordable and of winds and air (Aeolus), the F3 UNDER THE ATHENIAN SKY From top: The Parthenon, Classical architecture built from 447 BBC; and Propylaea,
the monumental gateway to the Acropolis of Athen
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F-2 Lifestyle Sunday, July 2, 2017

WANDERING ON LO-FI
Roses are red, violets are blue, watch out! Anne
Klein can be rose gold, too.
Its time to be simple and look elegant as Anne Klein
unveils the Rose Gold Round Watch that never goes out
of style, and span intricate and delicate jewelry-based
styles to more functional everyday wear that offers
complementary accessories to complete your look.

THE PATH TO
ALTRUISM
You can simply
be an instrument in
shaping the world by
donating an old pair
of denim jeans. Vol-
unteering organiza-
CULTURAL EXPLORATION tion Hands On Ma-
Being different is not always nila is in partnership
wrong. When it comes to your with Gap to work on
style, dont let people interfere a campaign, Recycle
with your taste. You dont have to Your Blues as they
accord to the societys standard open opportunities
in order for you to fit in. Live your to everyone who has
life happily with British India as it the heart to donate
provides its latest collection that and connect with the 1ST CLASS CABIN
impels cultural encounter and an Filipino community. Tradition and History play a
art style and icon Frida Kahlo. Upon donation, par- significant role in the society nowadays.
Anticipate florals in all shapes ticipants receive a 40 As innovations on various fields have
and forms, bold eye-catching percent off voucher been continuously in progress, Bottega
prints, vibrant blues and oranges for their next den- Veneta maintains its classical vibe in the
that can be layered and worn im purchase. The contemporary period. Bottega Venetas
together as you see fit. campaign will run fall-winter 2017 collection brings you a
through Aug. 31. collection of clothing that emphasizes your
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avenger of evil deeds (Alastor), the ruled by the serpent-man Cecrops,
nothingness that all else sprang from the culture hero also associated with
(Chaos), the god of time (Cronos), the reading and writing.
god of sexual desire (Eros), the gods On the Acropolis alone, there are
and goddesses of everythingdwelled many things to see, including the olive
right here, sometimes even fighting tree by which Athena, goddess of wis-
over the custody of these people. dom, craft, war, and heroic endeavor,
To be in Athens is unreal, like be- won a divine challenge over Poseidon,
ing at the far end of a time portal, god of the sea, and claimed her place
right in the middle of these seven as patroness of Athens. It was King BUILT FOR THE GODS From top left: The
hills, among which nestles a civi- Cecrops who presided over the con- Odeon of Herodotus Atticus, which
lization that is at least 7,000 years test for Athens, then already a vibrant, remains functional to this day, staging
old. The city is so old you cant just prosperous city, the only rule being concerts, plays, and ballets; the
remains of the Temple of Athena; and
dig around in your backyard without whoever it was, Athena or Poseidon,
some of the 25-century-old metopes
an archaeologist looking over your who could give the people of Athens
and pediments from the Parthenon
shoulders perchanceand chances the best gift would win. With full flour- that are now housed at the Museum of
areyou dig up something precious. ish, Poseidon struck the earth with Acropolis
his three-pointed spear and, where he
THE GREEK ODDYSSEY struck it, there sprang a body of water dedicated to the Mother of God in the
I certainly could not have com- that the Athenians loved, until they sixth century AD, a Catholic church
pressed seven millennia of history into found it too salty to drink. Meanwhile, during the rise of the Latin Empire,
a week-long discovery, especially as in Athena, far less dramatic, sat on her and a mosque in the early 15th cen-
every age, from the Stone Age and the knees and buried a seed in the ground, tury, during the Ottoman occupation.
Bronze Age to the Dark Ages, from which later grew to be an olive tree, But there are many other enduring
Archaic and Classical to Hellenistic not only appreciated by the people for treasures on the Acropolisthe Old
times, the stories of Greece weave in its fruit, but also for its oil to light their Temple of Athena right in the center of
and out of the stories of sea and sky oil lamps and cook their food with and the plateau; the remains of the Erech-
and heaven and wind and the under- for the tree itself with which to build theion, another temple dedicated to
world, its inhabitants, more than hu- their boats and houses. Athena was both Athena and Poseidon;the Theater
mans, being deities, centaurs, lapiths, declared patron deity of Athens. of Dionysus, god of plays, the first stone
amazons, and giants. theater ever built (capacity: 17,000), cut
But there were highlights, the MARIA CALLAS AT THE ODEON into the cliffside, and said to be the birth-
Acropolis of Athens, for instance, and The Parthenon is the most impor- place of Greek tragedy; and the steep-
the Parthenon, the jewel on the crown tant relic of Classical Greece. Origi- sloped Odeon of Herodes Atticus that,
that is the Acropolis, a flat-topped hill nally a treasury before it was turned dating back to 161 AD, remains function-
towering over the Greek capital. There into sacred space dedicated to Athe- al, having hosted modern-day concerts
is evidence that the hill has been in- na, it later reflected the many changes and performances, from Luciano Pa-
habited since the fourth millennium Greece underwent in the hands of con- varotti,Jose Carreras, andPlacido Do-
BC and legend has it that it was first querors--it became a Christian church mingo to Andrea Bocelli, from Frank
SinatratoElton JohnandSting, from
the Bolshoi Ballet to the Tokyo Ballet,
and, most iconic of all, a stirring number
by the beloved Greek-American sopra-
noMaria Callas,La Divina, at the 1957
Athens Festival.
At the foothills of the Acropolis is a
warren of shopping streets that radiate
from the Monastiraki Square. There is
also Plaka on the northeast slope of the
hill, dubbed the neighborhood of the
gods, an old, historical neighborhood
that is home to the Acropolis Museum, the Trojan War, the battle between the ple soaking up the sun on the sandy
a must-visit, as it has on display the Lapiths and the Centaurs, between beaches or immersing themselves in
many precious details of the buildings the Olympian gods and the giants, the still-cold but irresistibly blue wa-
on the hill, such as the 25-century-old between humans and Amazons. The ters of June in Greece. That, to me,
treasures of the Parthenonsculp- museum has been erected on top of a was an hour-long show unfolding on
tures, pediments, metopes, or friezes just-discovered, just-excavated old vil- the clear screen of my bus window.
that depict, for the most part, the epic lage, so its flooring on the ground floor The Greeks call this the Athenian
battles of Greek mythology, such as is clear glass, through which visitors Riviera, though that phrase has yet
can see the neighborhood once buried to appear officially on Google Maps.
in the rubble of time. From the port of Athens, we also
took a day cruise on the Aegean to
LOOK UP FROM ANAFIOTIKA visit three Saronic islands in one go
Nearby, on a night on the town, Hydra, Pros, and Aeginathough, if
I and my newfound friends chanced it were up to me, we would have spent
upon Anafiotika, a tiny, scenic neigh- the whole day (or eternity) in Hydra.
borhood that cascades in stone steps Italian icon Sophia Loren, who did
down the northeast slope of the her debut Hollywood film,The Boy on
Acropolis. Think Spanish Steps in a Dolphin, on the island in 1957, has

Scoot is currently the only airline and low-cost

carrier offering direct flight between Southeast Asia
and Greece via a direct flight between Singapore
and Athens. Lee Lik Hsin, CEO, Scoot
Rome, but make the steps narrow- been so smitten by Hydras charm.
er by half and line the edges of the What she calls one of the most beauti-
stairway with bars and restaurants ful places in the world is an island off
and youre here at a party with the time, where no car or any motorized
gods. We sat on the rooftop of a typi- vehicle is allowed, and donkeys carry
cal small Anafiotika house looking your luggage should they prove too
up at the Parthenon, which gleamed heavy for you to carry to your hotel.
like gold that night, stealing the show It truly is a consummate Greek island
from the moon and the stars. experience, replete with quaint white
We did not have time to see enough houses with blue windows, bougain-
of Athens, but we ventured out of the villae, and beauty everywhere, if only
city, taking a bus to the southern tip I had time to sit back at a beach club,
of the Attica Peninsula to see the down bottles of Alpha beer, and jump
remnants of the Temple of Poseidon off the cliffside into the Saronic Gulf.
on the Cape of Sunion, 69 kilometers It wasnt all sightseeing and a tour
away, but along a route lined by an through the centuries for us. We did a
GREEK NIGHT AND DAY Clockwise from top: Wine-pairing dinner under the stars in rural Attica at the Ampalones Markou Wine
Museum; and the Spanish Steps-like nightlife haunt in the quaint, historical neighborhood Anafiotika on the foothills of the uninterrupted view of mountains, lot of feasting, too, the best of the feasts
Acropolis; the port of Athens at sunset lakes, beach clubs, marinas, and peo- being at Bairaktaris, a local restaurant

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near Monastiraki Square thats frequent-
ed by a lot of Greek dignitaries and other
European VVIPs, such asQueen Sofiaof
Spain, particularly for its gyros. The res-
taurant dates back to 1879 and, other
than thegyros, I think it has the besttza-
tziki in town that stimulates the palate,
then cleanses it, refreshes it, and stimu-
lates it again. Not recommended, if you
are on a diet, especially if you must eat
at Bairaktaris, where the mix grilllamb
chops, chicken gyros, beef kebabswill
prove even more sinful withtzatziki.

TIME AND TZATZIKI

On another day, we drove 45 minutes
into the countryside to visit the Am-
palones Markou Wine Museum,Mousio
Oinou, and met a member of the Markou
family, whose wine tradition in rural At-
tica spans 150 years. He took us through
the whole process, including the old ways
of crushing, fermenting grapes and bot-
tling and corking the resulting wine, and
let us drink to our hearts content three the way, which was served to us for din- When I came home from my too-
of his special winesthe Retsina, a com- ner fresh from the oven. short Greek odyssey and my friends
bination of Merlot and Cabernet, and a Never enough time in Athens, what urged me, Lets go again! I told them
ros, which also accompanied our din- with 7,000 years worth of things to dis- by way of answering, You know, the ex-
ner by the poolside under the Attica sky. cover and uncover. But the Greek gods, pressionOKis Greek in origin. TheOis
Not that I wasnt content with just for all their divine might, are crazy, sad- from the Greek wordola, which means
eating them, but at Zafiros, a hilltop dled with such human flaws as vanity all or everything, and theKis fromka-
complex that boasts of a breathtaking and jealousy and greed, and now that it ls, which means good.
view of Athens, we also learned how to is easier, cheaper, more fun to go to Ath- And that was my short and simple,
maketzatzikiwith whole milk Greek yo- ens, I see no reason why I should refuse unmistakable Greek answerOK.
gurt, English cucumber, cloves of garlic, to humor them by going again and again,
lemon zest and lemon juice, fresh dill, as often as I can, to admire the beauty On its new Boeing 787 Dreamliner, THROUGH THE MILLENNIA Clockwise from top left: The coastline of the Saronic
Kosher salt, and black pepper. What we of their domain, cradle of democracy, Scoot takes off from Singapore to Ath- island Hyrdra lined with beach clubs; the Temple of Poseidon at the Cape of Sunion
came up with wasnt as good as thetza- birthplace of art, poetry, philosophy, edu- ens and from Athens to Singapore four on the southern tip of the Attica Peninsula; tourists come in droves to the Acropolis
tzikiat Bairaktaris, but it wasnt bad at cation, even the recording of history for times a week, Tuesday, Thursday, Sat- through the Propylaea; day cruise aboard the Cosmos on the Aegean Sea; dinner
all. We also learned to domoussakaby the benefit of future generations. urday, and Sunday.www.flyscoot.com. at 4 Brothers right on the edge of the Bay of Zea, which housed the 1896 Summer
Olympics in Athens; and donkeys, bougainvillae, and island life on Hydra

THIS WAY TO
GREECE
And Scoot has made it easy, affordable,
and fun and four times a week
on its Boeing 787 Dreamliner SCOOT OVER TO ATHENS From left: Singaporean airline Scoot now flies direct from Singapore to Athens and
back four times a week; Lee Lik Hsin, Scoot CEO, at the Athens International Airport upon arrival of Scoot's
maiden flight from Singapore in mid-June.

Scoot has marked the start of airline and low-cast carrier offer- Yiannis Paraschis, CEO, Athens flight. The long-haul meal bundle such as seafood, grains, veg-
long-haul operations with its maid- ing direct flight between South- International Airport, warmly wel- offers two meal combos compris- etables, and meat. Athens is an
en flight to the historical city of Ath- east Asia and Greece via a direct comed the new non-stop flight. We ing a deluxe meal with two sides ideal gateway city to other parts
ens, Greece this month. Apart from flight between Singapore and Ath- are delighted with Scoots first flight and a drink, and a light meal with of Greece, including the beautiful
being the sole carrier flying non- ens, said Lee Lik Hsin, CEO, connecting, as of 20 June, Athens two snacks and a drink. In line islands of Mykonos and Santorini,
stop between Singapore and Ath- Scoot. With our debut into long- and Singapore on the exciting brand with the destination of call, tra- and other cities in Europe.
ens, the flight is also the airlines haul operation, Scoot is planning new 787 Dreamliner! he said. One ditional Greek food items such as The growth in Scoots net-
first to a European destination and to launch five more destinations of the highlights of Scoots 2017 net- Greek salad and Moussaka have work is built upon the success of
maiden long-haul flight. in the next year, including one work, this remarkable development been included in the Scoot Caf Scoot and Tigerairs integration
Operated on Scoots new- long-haul destination and four establishes Athens as the European menu on this route. The meal since May 2016. Tigerairs robust
est Boeing 787 Dreamliner, the new short to mid-haul routes. This gateway for the carriers flights from/ bundle can be pre-ordered up to network in Southeast Asia lays a
11.5-hour flight takes off from will open up new travel options for to the Asia-Pacific region. The airline 72 hours before the flight. strong foundation to fuel connect-
Singapore everyTuesday,Thurs- Asian travelers as well as Europe- continues the long and successful As a destination, Athens of- ing traffic to the long-haul flights
day, Saturday, and Sunday. The an ones now with the start of our history of the Singapore Airlines fam- fers visitors a chance to immerse operated by Scoot. The addition of
aircraft has been named to com- SingaporeAthens service. ily in Athens, and we wish them all in the richness of Greek history. Athens brings Scoot and sister air-
memorate the new milestone; Mous-Scoot-Ka landed at the best for a highly significant route The city is home to historical sites line Tigerairs network to a total of
with the name Mous-Scoot- the Athens International Airport that enhances Athens connectivity such as the Acropolis of Athens, a 60 destinations in 17 countries.
Ka being inspired by Moussaka, (AIA) at about8:45amGreece time and allows travelers to enjoy two fan- UNESCO World Heritage Site that The introduction of Athens
an iconic Greek baked dish. Pas- (1:45pm Singapore time). Scoots tastic and rewarding destinations! showcases ancient buildings of marks the beginning of a new chap-
sengers in the inaugural flight 787 Dreamliner received an enthu- To ensure that guests can sat- great architectural significance, ter for Scoot, said Hsin. We have
were also treated to a Scooti- siastic reception with water canon isfy their hunger on this long-haul including the iconic Parthenon. much more in store for our guests,
tude journey filled with in-flight salute at AIA and a Greek Mous- service, Scoot has introduced Travelers can also enjoy the and are looking forward to unveil-
games and prizes. saka Party, much to the delight of a meal bundle which guest can unique flavors of Greek cuisine, ing these plans in the months to
Scoot is currently the only Scoots passengers. conveniently purchase with their which features native produce come.www.flyscoot.com.
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Wilson Fernandez

Bloodyhere finally
THE CAST of Bloody Crayons

It couldve been easily canned given the Im very glad na kami ang final choice, Janella thing abnormal or evil pwede rin maging ganun
added. We all worked hard to make it a good film so siya.
challenges it encountered but Bloody Crayons were excited to see how audiences will react to it. The story is about a group of students who visits
But what is Bloody Crayons exactly? an island to film scenes for a school project. After
proved if theres a will theres a way According to Josh, the title of the film was derived settling in an old house, the group decided to play
from a game he invented for the Bloody Crayons. It was soon after that a killer begins
characters to play in the story. to tick them off one by one.
By NR RAMOS
Its similar to truth or Apart from Elmo and Janella, who play the role
dare but more fun actually, of Kiko and Eunice, respectively, the cast includes

I
t has been a long wait but Bloody Crayons is he said, explaining how it Jane Oineza as Olivia; Ronnie Alonte as John the
finally hitting the big screens. ties things up. newest barkada; Maris Racal as Richalaine the
Film development began in April 2015 with Ang pinaka-idea kikay; Sofia Andres as Marie the fashionista ; Diego
Star Cinema picking up the rights of the book kasi is that normal Loyzaga as the brash Kenly; Yves Flores as the
of the same title written by Josh Argonza. things become extraor- prankster Justin; and Empoy as the lovable and
What followed was a circuitous route that saw dinary or weird when funny Gerard.
many changes in the script, the production team viewed in a different Asked how he was able to handle the huge cast of
involved, and even the lead stars. context. So, parang youngsters, Topel shared, Actually wala pa akong
Following other production and filming delays, crayons normal anak pero parang natutunan kong maging tatay
principal photography only officially began last Jane Oineza lang siya pero while working on this film. It was fun. Everyone
March. pag tinignan was cooperative. Im happy with how everyone
Topel Lee
Bloody Crayons had a grand media launch mo siya in a performed in the film.
recently and everyone involved it seems are happy Elmo Magalona different way Bloody Crayons opens in cinemas July 12.
that the boat has finally left the dock so to speak. like as some- (With report from Jojo P. Panaligan)
ABS-CBN Film Productions, Incs Mico del Ro-
sario believes they have created a winner.
It took us a long time to realize yung best cast- Marami sa
ing, yung best director for the film at tsaka yung
best iteration ng script and were happy to report that cast namin
our efforts paid off, he said. This is ABS-CBNs first
suspense thriller in a very long while and were more
ang
than satisfied with what weve come up with.
Actually all the bosses were happy too, as in
Empoy Marquez nasaktan, Janella Salvador

nagpalakpakan sila after watching the first edit so

nakakatuwa, he added.
nasugatan
Film director Topel Lee is excited how audiences pero its
will react to the film.
Hindi lang ang title ang bloody, pati ang pagga- worth it. We
wa ng pelikula literally madugo, he said. Marami
sa cast namin ang nasaktan, nasugatan. Ang hirap gave our all sa
niyang i-mount but now I could only be happy that
it will be showing na. Sobrang tagal ng production
film na ito.
pero its worth it. We gave our all sa film na ito.
Josh is satisfied with the final cut despite the
many changes in the story. Yves Flores
Actually sa tingin ko mas naging dynamic siya, Maris Racal
mas naging fluid, he said. I wrote the story nung
17 pa lang ako so naturally marami siyang clichs
and all. But with the help of the writers (from ABS-
CBN Film Productions, Inc.) I feel naging much
better ang story, inayos nila. In any case, yung feel
ng novel same pa rin naman.
Usually, being second and third choice to play
lead in a film is blow to ego many stars find unnerv-
ing, but not Elmo Magalona and Janella Salvador.
Im just really happy to be part of this movie,
said Elmo. Its my first with Star Cinema and with
Janella and Im very happy to be included in the
cast, kahit third choice pa kami. Im glad to have Ronnie Alonte Sofia Andres Diego Loyzaga
contributed to such a beautiful project.
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Sunday, July 2, 2017

Mission I: Super Pop Con 2017

set for July 7

Kriesha Chu

Pentagon B.I.G.
DESPICABLE ME
1:30 , 4:00 , 6:30 , 9;00 PG
WONDER WOMAN
12:30 , 3:30 , 6:30 , 9:30 PG
OVERDRIVE
12:30 , 2:50 , 5:10 , 7:30 , 9:50 R13
IN THIS CORNER OF THE WORLD // RESET
1:00 , 3:50 // 6:40 , 9:05 PG // R13
EVERYTHING EVERYTHING
1:30 , 4:10 , 6:50 , 9:30 PG B1A4
TEMPORARILY CLOSED

transformers the last knight in atmos

12:00 , 3:10 , 6:20 , 9:30 PG
transformers the last knight in atmos
12:40 , 3:50 , 7:00 , 10:10 PG

B.A.P.

July 8, 2017 4 of a Kind: Sue Ramirez, Kristel Fulgar ,

Maris Racal & Loisa Andalio 8:00 PM
July 14 & 15, 2017
Juris Medleys of My Heart 8:00 PM

July 26, 2017 Best Seat: Rony Fortich 8:00 PM

July 7,14, 21
& 28, 2017
Funny Fridays with Comedy Manila EXTENDED 8:30 PM
July 29, 2017 Rhian Ramos Fans Day 6:00 PM
Aug. 4, 11, 18 &
25, 2017
Funny Fridays with Comedy Manila EXTENDED 8:30 PM

VIXX

BTOB

By JONATHAN M. HICAP

O
ne of the biggest K-pop music
festivals in the country is ready to
showcase seven K-pop artists.
Mission I: Super Pop Con
2017, to be held on
July 7 at the Mall of
Asia Arena, features
K- p o p b o y b a n d s
B1A4, VIXX, B.A.P,
B T O B , Pe n t a g o n
and B.I.G and Filipi-
no-American Krie-
sha Chu, runner-up
on the Korean TV
audition show K-
pop Star 6.
OVERDRIVE THE MUMMY
02:25|04:50|07:15|9:40 01:35|04:20|07:05|9:50 TRANSFORMERS: LAST KNIGHT I will be per-
RESET 02:40|05:50|09:00 forming for the first
WONDER WOMAN
12:30|03:40|06:40|9:50 01:20|03:10|5:20|7:30|9:40 time my new songs
TRANSFORMERS: LAST KNIGHT ANG PAGSANIB KAY LEAH DELA CRUZ WONDER WOMAN in Manila, said Chu
02:20|05:40|09:00 02:40|05:00|07:20|09:40
12:00|03:00|06:00|09:00 in a video message.
DESPICABLE ME 3 EVERYTHING EVERYTHING IN THIS CORNER |09:00
12:30|02:50|05:10|07:3 0|09:50 04:20|09:35 |7:00 01:30|06:45 Chu debuted as
TRANSFORMERS: LAST KNIGHT TRANSFORMERS: LAST KNIGHT OVERDRIVE a K-pop singer in
03:20|06:40|10:00 02:20|05:40|09:00
|7:00 02:15|04:30|06:45|09:00 May with the re-
|09:00 lease of her single
ANG PAGSANIB KAY LEAH DELA album that contains
TRANSFORMERS: LAST KNIGHT TRANSFORMERS: LAST KNIGHT CRUZ the tracks Trouble
03:20|06:40|10:00 02:20|05:40|09:00 02:30|04:40|06:50|09:00
|09:00 and I Want You.
B.A.P, B1A4 and
BTOB are return-
|09:00 ing to Manila for
the second time this
year after perform-
ing at the One K
2017 Global Peace
Concert at MOA
Arena last March.
This is Penta-
gons second time
in Manila follow-
ing their visit and
performance in the
country last Decem-
ber.
The show also
has a meaningful
mission. It is aimed
at spreading aware-
ness about Kirins
special collabora-
tion with local party
PDP Laban as they
work together in
establishing more
drug rehabilitation
and renewal centers
across the Philip-
pines as part of their
efforts to help in the
fight against drugs.
(Photos from their
Twitter and Face-
book acoount)
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From bars Pop superstar Adele hints

to baseball 25 tour is her last
parks:
Lady Gaga
L
O N D O N Po p
superstar Adele

readies live has hinted that her

current tour for

shows LADY GAGA (AP/ Matt Sayles)

Grammy-winning album
25 will be her last.
The 29-year-old includ-
ed a signed, handwritten

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EW YORK Whether its at also include shows in Los Angeles (July The album is extremely healing and note in the program for her
a bar or baseball park, Lady 26) and New Orleans (Aug. 30), to be reflective for me. I wrote about things Wednesday night show at
Gaga says shes going to give headlined by other artists, who will be that Ive never written about before that Wembley Stadium in Lon-
every performance her all. announced soon. are extremely deep and personal, and don stating, I dont know
The singer will launch a summer tour Gaga, 31, will launch a world tour on dare I say, things that haunted me, that if Ill ever tour again and so
with stops at arenas and stadiums across Aug. 1 in Vancouver, British Columbia. were poisoning me, that were toxic to I want my last time to be at
the globe, and shes also returning to the It includes stops at baseball parks like me, and I had to get them out. And it was home.
Dive Bar Tour with Bud Light to perform Citi Field in New York, AT&T Park in San very revealing in that way, she said. Her announcement
a show in Las Vegas on July 13. Francisco, Wrigley Field in Chicago and The cover of the album is very comes at the end of a 15-
She called the first bar crawl, com- Fenway Park in Boston. indicative of that me putting a hat on month tour throughout Eu-
pleted last fall around the release of Now that shes wrapped filming A that Ive never worn before and just not rope, the US, Australia and
Joanne, a deep experience. Star Is Born with Bradley Cooper an sure where Im going at all but knowing New Zealand.
For what its worth, when I got up experience she called life changing, I got to get out of where I am. Touring is a peculiar
there, I totally forgot where we were and wonderful and inspiring shes At the Coachella festival in April, thing, it doesnt suit me par-
I just went into performance mode, she focusing on the massive tour. where Gaga headlined, she released The ticularly well, she said.
said in a phone interview. For me, no This one will be a little bit different, Cure, an upbeat song about healing. She The Hello singer will
matter how small a venue is, you dont she said. I also like to change things up. I said she wrote the song after performing perform three more shows
perform it differently than you perform at have some other ideas about how Id like to at the Super Bowl halftime show. in London, finishing her
a big venue, thats not fair to the fans. perform some of my fans classics. She added that shes writing new tour on today after a total of
Last years tour included a stop at Part of switching it up comes from the music and said she could drop another 123 performances. (AP)
The Bitter End, the New York City bar sound of Joanne, which includes rock, song unrelated to an album.
where Gaga performed before her pop country and slower songs compared with You know, I wouldnt say that its out
ADELE (AP/ Matt Sayles)
star days. The new Dive Bar Tour will Gagas past electro-flavored dance hits. of the question, she said. (AP)

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Kim is just thankful to be part of the As actress, model

list no matter what place she landed. Kim is currently part of D Origi-
Tsaka dati as first timer before nals which will end soon.
nag number nine ako tapos nag num- Dapat nilang abangan kung sino
ber two, then ito, malaking bagay na ba sa amin ni Alice, Meg (Imperial),
yun sa akin, she related. yung pipiliin ni Archie (Alemania),
Asked if she expected to land on top kung kami ba yung magkakatuluyan
one, she said: Aaminin ko hindi ako sa huli dito.
positive na tao ayoko agad na nag- The actress is already set to join
e-expect ako kasi parang natatakot Marian Rivera on the upcoming Phil-
ako na pag nag expect ako ng sobra ippine educational-comedy-drama
masasaktan ako sa huli. series The Good Teacher.
So ako nung time na nagkaroon Kim feels flattered to have been
ng voting hindi ako agad nag-expect personally picked by Marian.
na kailangan ako yung manguna Very happy and thankful dahil
diyan. Walang ganun, kumbaga kung matagal ko na kasi siya gusto maka-
ano lang talaga ang kalabasan happy trabaho, she said.
na ako dun. Though theyve not started shoot-
ing, Kim mentioned shell play the role
Haters gonna hate of Marians sister on the show.
With the fame shes getting right Magiging magka away po kami
now, even been tagged as Pantasya dito kasi may twist, magkakahiwa-
Ng Bayan, Kim admitted that inde- lay kami nung mga bata pa lang
cent comments and proposal cant be kami, akala niya patay na ako, she
avoided. revealed.
Kasi ganito na nga Kim also noted shes undergo-
ako nagstart, pa-sexy, so ing workshop to improve her acting
medyo sanay na rin ako al- skills.

Gusto ko pong patunayan, hindi lang

po sa ibang tao pati po sa sarili ko,
na hindi lang po ako pang sexy na
kaya ko rin pong mag-acting.

though siyempre may mga bastos. Gusto ko pong patu-

Pero ito yung mundong pinasok nayan, hindi lang po sa
ko kaya okay lang naman sa akin, ibang tao pati po sa sarili
she said. ko, na hindi lang po ako pang sexy na
Actually yung pinaka masakit kaya ko rin pong mag-acting. Gusto
na comment na nabasa ko is Wala ko rin po kasing makilala bilang ac-
kang utak, kumbaga ang alam mo tress, she said, adding the names she
lang mag hubad... Ako minsan, look up to are Jaclyn Jose and Diana
aaminin ko paminsan-minsan, Zubiri who tackled sexy roles in the
sinusundutan ko ng sagot pero beginning of their careers.
in a good way naman na hindi ko Meanwhile, Kim has launched her
inaaway. photo book titled Kim Domingo: State
Sharing the most recent inci- Of Undress.
dent, she said, Sabi niya Dibdib ang Hindi lang siya basta mga pic-
puhunan, sabi ko parang jinoke ko tures, meron din siyang parang
lang na At least merong puhunan, kwento. Parang journal na rin to kasi
million na nga kinita. Parang joke may kwento ng buhay ko kung paano
lang na ganun, tas nag thank you ako nagsimula si Kim Domingo, ano yung
sa mga sumusuporta pa din... mga pinagdaanan niya bago siya
Kim admitted she makes it a point napunta sa showbiz, she said.
to read the comments. I think itong libro ko na rin na to
Pero pag talagang busy na galing pwedeng makapagbigay inspiration
ako sa trabaho, puyat, hindi na rin na rin sa iba na nangangarap. Like
ako na kakapag social media. Kaya kagaya ko dati, ako na ngangarap
nga ang ginagawa ko na lang, nag ako na makapasok ako ng showbiz, so
la-live ako sa Facebook account ko, diyan mababasa nilang lahat yan,

Fit
dun kasi ako mas active eh. she added.

fab
KIM DOMINGO

and

Kim Domingo shares tips on how to stay in

shape without compromising good health
kumuha rin ako ng coach para na pu-push ako, she
By STEPHANIE marie BERNARDINO related. Kung hindi man ako makapag one-on-one sa
coach ko at wala siya eh mag-treadmill ako (for one

F
rench-Filipina bombshell Kim Domingo has hour or more), importante na may cardio ka.
revealed how she is able to maintain her Asked how often she visits the gym, she said it de-
whistlebait figure. pends on her schedule.
In a recent interview with Bulletin Enter- Ako kasi kaya ko mag araw-araw sana kaso nga
tainment, the 22-year-old model-actress said she has lang siyempre may trabaho ako eh. Unang-una ang
a daily meal plan. hirap mag workout pag puyat ka, wala kang tulog...
Para sa diet ko ngayon pinatanggal ko yung pork hinihingal ako at tsaka parang nahihilo ako. Tapos
and rice, tapos dapat 1000-2000 calories a day lang, nag-da-diet ka pa so parang dagdag yun na nakaka-
she said. hilo, she answered.
Kim does exercise routines in the gym, particularly
those that burn belly fats. Contented
So ang ginagawa ko yung mga pang cardio, sit Though Kim didnt end up as this years sexiest
ups, mga ganun. Kasi yung tiyan ko yung problema woman on the annual list of this mens magazine, she
ko talaga, Kim maintained. doesnt have any hard feelings for the winner.
She hired a gym coach to push her to her limits Wala po akong sama ng loob or kalungkutan na
when exercising. naramdaman kasi unang-una, lahat naman po tayo
Kasi pag ako lang minsan alam mo yung na- may definition ng sexy. Ako, okay po sa akin ang ki-
kakatamad minsan mag-gym na Ay ayoko na. Kaya nalabasan ng 100 sexiest, she said.
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40
MAROSA
PAMILYA ORDINARYO

TH Ang Babaeng Humayo

Area

GAWAD
THE MANUNURI ng Pelikulang
Pilipino has announced the nominees for
the 40th Gawad Urian happening July 20
at ABS-CBNs Studio 10.

URIAN
Leading this years list is the film
Women of the Weeping River produced
by Southern Lantern Studios, Haut
Lesmains and TBA, with 12 nominations
including best picture and best direction
for Sheron Dayoc. Paglipay, produced
by Milagros Ong How, follows with 11
nominations. Ma Rosa, from Center-

NOMINATIONS
stage Productions and Solar Pictures, Die Beatiful
Pamilya Ordinaryo produced by Found
Films, Quantum Films and Cinemalaya
Foundation, and Ang Babaeng Humayo, Laila Ulao (Women of the Weeping bie Forteza (Tuos), Sharifa Pearlsia Ali-

OUT
produced by Cinema One Originals and River), Jaclyn Jose (Ma Rosa), Dans (Women Of The Weeping River),
Sine Olivia Pilipinas, all have nine nomi- Cherry Pie Picache (Pauwi Na), Ai Ai Anna Luna (Paglipay), Joan Dela Cruz
nations. de las Alas (Area), Elizabeth Oropesa (Pagligay), Lui Manansala (Neds
This years Natatanging Gawad (MRS), Irma Adlawan (Oro), Has- Project), Lotlot de Leon (MRS), Janine
Urian award will go to the Star for all Aside from Women of the Weeping Oya Film Productions, Alchemy of Vision, mine Killip (Pamilya Ordinaryo), Angeli Gutierrez (Dagsin), Mariam Zimadar
Seasons Vilma Santos who won the River, the nominees for Best Film include Lights Productions and Three Six-Zero Bayani (Neds Project), and Nora Aunor Haji Caranay Raper (Women Of The
most number of acting awards, a total of Ang Babaeng Humayo, Paglipay, Ma Industries. (Hinulid). Weeping River) and Meryll Soriano
8 best actress nods, from the esteemed Rosa, Pamilya Ordinaryo, and Baboy The nominees for Best Actress are Khalil Ramos (2 Cool 2 Be 4gotten), (Pauwi Na).
body in past years. Halas from Origane Films, Timewrap, Charo Santos (Ang Babaeng Humayo), Tommy Abuel (Dagsin), Bembol Roco Other categories in this annual film
(Pauwi Na), Garry Cabalic (Paglipay), recognition include Best Screenplay, Best
Paolo Ballesteros (Die Beautiful), Ron- Production Design, Best Editing, Best
waldo Martin (Pamilya Ordinaryo), and Cinematography, Best Music, Best Sound,
Pepe Smith (Singing In Graveyards) are Best Short Film and Best Documentary.
the Best Actor nominees. This year marks Gawad Urians
Aside from Dayoc, nominated for best 40th year in the industry. Since its first
direction are Lav Diaz (Ang Babaeng ever awarding ceremony held in 1977, it
Humayo), Brillante Mendoza (Ma has become one of the most prestigious
Rosa), Eduardo Roy, Jr. (Pamilya and most respected film awards in the
Ordinaryo), Zig Madamba Dulay (Pa- country.
glipay), Bagane Fiola (Baboy Halas), The nominees and winners are cho-
Paolo Villaluna (Pauwi Na), Avid Li- sen by the Manunuri ng Pelikulang
ongoren (Saving Sally), and Lemuel Pilipino composed of reputable pillars in
Lorca (Neds Project). Philippine cinema led by its chairman Tito
For best supporting actor, the nomi- Genova Valiente together with members
nees include John Lloyd Cruz (Ang Rolando Tolentino, Grace Javier Alfonso,
Babaeng Humayo), Nonie Buencamino Butch Francisco, Mario Hernando, Bi-
(Ang Babaeng Humayo), Taha Daranda envenido Lumbera, Miguel Rapatan,
(Women Of The Weeping River), Benilda Santos, Dr. Nicanor Tiongson,
Christian Bables (Die Beautiful), Jess and Lito Zulueta.
Mendoza (Hinulid), and Julio Diaz Catch the 40th Gawad Urian on Cin-
(Ma Rosa). ema One (SkyCable ch. 56, Destiny Cable
Members of the Manunuri ng Pelikulang Pilipino (from left) Nicanor Tiongson, Nominated for best supporting actress Digital Channel 56, and Destiny Analog
Tito Valiente, Grace Javier Alfonso and Rolando Tolentino are Rhed Bustamante (Seklusyon), Bar- Ch. 37) on July 20 at 9 p.m.

Feeling big
tion of CF, NP made his moves. However, would often be seen pouting, like
he realized that the road was not clear, she has so many troubles. Natu-
like he had previously thought. rally, the production people would
Someone whispered to NP that stay away.
there might be something more to the Sometimes, instead of being
friendship between CF and Female ready and waiting for her cue, WT
Model (FM). Whenever the two are would rather stay in her room and
linked, CF and FM would often gamely step out only when she is called.
play along and tease people on their Thus, minutes are wasted just to call
social media accounts. Nonetheless, NP her. One time, she even made her
did not take the story lightly. co-workers wait. Everyone needed
One time, NP saw FM in a bar and for the shoot were ready and WT was
immediately approached her. To her the only one missing.
FASHION PULIS surprise, NP started telling her to let It seems WT is under the illusion
mike lim him have his way with CF. Then, he that she has already made it big in
became confrontational and warned the industry. The truth is that she
FM to stay away from CF. Further, NP has hardly made ripples, as her con-

W
hen Shapely Actress emphasized that he is well-connected temporaries have scored big in the
(SA) started with her and can break FM if he wants to. box-office and so far, WT has nothing
network, the manage- Though shocked at the attitude of to show in this regard.
ment saw her potential NP, FM kept silent. After all, if love were Ive learned to try to sustain
as the next big star. SA is talented, as to win, then it should be allowed to take myself by holding on to the integrity
she could sing and dance, and most its course without intimidation. of who I am. Im not talking big diva.
of all, she can act. The network was When you have real power you Im quiet. Im shy. And I became
happy with SA, as she had brought dont threaten. People know what your stronger when I stopped trying to be
ratings and following to her station. capabilities are. Dennis Kucinich the person they wanted me to be.
Although everything seems to Crystal Waters
be in order, network insiders have Follow @FashionPulis on Twitter
noticed that a Prime Supporter (PS) Just so she knows and @fashionpulis on Instagram.
of SA has consistently given them Although Well-Rounded Talent (WT) Please continue to send your com-
Illustrations by Rod Caalita
unbecoming treatment. Instead of is considered among the reliable talents ments and juicy stories to michael-
being thankful that the network is pri- fathers, aunts, etc for support system. the years, his name became synony- of her network, some production people [email protected]. Thank you very
oritizing SA, PS has been getting on What makes this case different is that mous with several key projects and sev- are not keen on working with her. much for loving www.fashionpulis.
the nerves of most people. PS looks PS and company think they are bigger eral actresses as well. Thus, NP worked Backstage, WT hardly smiles and com. Till next Sunday.....
into every detail of her project, and stars than the celebrities they are sup- well behind the scenes
her meddling ways have sometimes posedly guiding. and had even gained the
gotten in the way of the production. Be careful not to mistake inse- respect of people in the
Allegedly, PS often made a big deal curity and inadequacy for humility! industry.
of a contemporary of SA. Humility has nothing to do with the Then, one day, NP
Compared to other actresses in insecure and inadequate! Just like ar- realized he was falling in
her network, SA seems to be con- rogance has nothing to do with great- love with a Close Friend
sistently included in teleseryes one ness! C. JoyBell C. (CF), which was a bit awk-
after the other. This opportunity is ward, as she was going
quite rare, especially for someone through trials. As a friend,
as young as SA. Still, PS is not sat- Brute negotiator NP provided company
isfied, as she would make an issue When Non-Showbiz Personality and made sure CF had
about it. (NP) started dabbling in the entertain- someone nearby. As there
PS is not unique. Many of the ment industry, he made sure to foster seemed to be no stumbling
big stars have had their mothers, ties with significant personalities. Over block in gaining the affec-
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TVGuide
Sunday, July 2, 2017

your everyday guide to local television and cable TV.

Local Channels
ABS-CBN 2 Best 7:00 am The 8:00 Wander PTV 12:00 mn Oras One? Loser 6:00 Network Shop
4:30 am O 1:30 am O Score Over Yonder 6:00 am Oras ng ng Himala 3:00 Reign 11:00 ET News Weekend 1:00 TV Shop
Shopping Shopping! 7:30 Agri TV 8:15 The 7D Katotohanan 4:00 I Zombie Weekend 6:30 Business 2:00 Kawaii Intl
6:00 The Healing 8:00 Lado Oberto 8:30 Penn Zero: 7:00 Payo ETC ON SBN21 5:00 Scream Traveller 3:00 EZ Shop
Eucharist GMA 7 8:30 European Part-Time Hero Alternatibo ng 6:00 am Queens CNN 7:00 Leading 4:00 TV Shop
7:00 Kabuhayang 5:00 Jesus The Qualifiers to 2018 9:00 EZ Dok Alternatibo Americas Next PHILIPPINES Women 11:00 Chinatown
Swak Na Swak Healer FIFA World Cup Shopping 7:30 Key of Top Model 2nd AVENUE ON 5:00 am Real 7:30 Flavors 12:00 am El
7:30 Salamat 6:00 Kapuso Sine H/L 10:00 We Bare David 7:00 Are You The RJTV 29 Talk 8:00 Stories Shaddai
Dok Klasika 9:30 WNBA Bears 8:00 Talitha Kum One? 12:00 am This 5:30 Vital Signs 9:00 Drive
8:30 SpongeBob 7:00 Oreca Battle Regular Season 10:30 The Healing Mass 8:00 Reign Is Us 6:00 Hollywood 9:30 Business GMA NEWS TV
SquarePants 7:25 Majinbone 11:30 Gillette Powerpuff Girls 9:00 Alagang 9:00 The 1:00 Bones Express Traveller 12:30 am
9:00 Avatar 8:15 Aha! World Sport 2017 11:00 Winx Magaling Magicians 2:00 This Life 6:30 CNN Go 10:00 Political Adyenda
9:30 Superbook 9:00 Born To Be 12:00 pm Sports 11:30 Attack On 10:00 CHInoyTV 10:00 3:00 The Biggest 7:00 Weekend Insider 1:30 Front Row
10:00 Wild U Titan: Junior High 10:30 Buhay Underemployed Loser Express 10:30 The Source Marathon
Matanglawin 9:35 iBilib: 12:30 Mobil 1 12:00 pm Pinoy 11:00 Friends to 5:00 Modern 9:00 TV Healing 11:00 The Service 4:00 Reel Time
10:30 Wonders Of Horus The Grid 2017 Ultimate 11:00 Healthline Lovers Family Mass Road 5:00 News TV All-
Kapamilya Kiddie 10:05 Kapuso 1:00 Pinoy Pride Spiderman 11:30 Gabay at 11:30 Chasing 6:00 Pure Genius 10:00 Harvest 11:30 Hollywood Sports
Blockbusters Movie Festival 2:00 UAAP 12:30 Star Wars Aksyon Maria Menounos 7:00 Baggage 10:30 Story Of Express 7:00 I Juander
11:45 ASAP 12:00 pm 79 Womens Rebels 12:00 pm Tulay: 12:00 pm Begin Claim The Filipino 12:00 am 8:00 Reel Time
2:30 pm Banana Sunday PinaSaya Volleyball Replay 1:00 Heavy Your Bridge to Again 9:00 RJ Sunday 11:00 Profiles Weekend Express Marathon
Sundae 2:30 Dear Uge 6:00 Premier Hitters Understanding, 2:00 The Vampire Jam 11:30 Real Talk 3:00 CNN Go 11:00 Byaheng
3:30 Kapamilya 3:30 GMA Volleyball League 3:00 Movie Max 5 Peace and Diaries 12:00 pm The 12:00 pm The 3:30 Vital Signs DO30
Mega Blockbusters 8:00 ASEAN 4:30 2017 PBA Prosperity 3:00 Bitten Ellen Degeneres Source 4:00 Hollywood 12:00 pm
Blockbusters 5:00 Follow Your Basketball League Commissioners 1:00 Sagisag 5:00 2 Broke Show 12:30 The Service Express Powerhouse
5:00 Bet On Your Heart 10:00 One Cship Cup Kultura TV Girls 1:00 APB Road 4:30 The Source 2:00 I Juander
Baby 5:45 24 Oras Highlights Show 6:30 Sports 5 6:00 PTV News 5:30 The Good 2:00 Baggage 1:00 Harvest 3:00 Reel Time
5:45 TV Patrol Weekend Edition 11:00 FIFA Center 7:00 GSIS Place Claim 1:30 Profiles IBC 13 4:00
Weekend 6:30 Daig Kayo Confederations 6:45 2017 PBA Members Hour 6:00 Insider 4:00 Suits 2:00 Leading 7:00 am Family Dokumentaryo
6:15 Goin Bulilit ng Lola Ko Cup Russia 2017 Commissioners 8:00 SME Go, Weekend 5:00 Crowded Women Tv Mass 7:00 Front Row
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Teens PH 8:20 Kapuso Mo, TV 5 8:45 NCAA March Negosyo Annual Grammy Edition Weekend 3:00 The Source TV 8:45 I Juander
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Wansapanataym 10:30 Sunday Japan 10:45 Lottery Draw 12:00 am Pieces Road Katotohanan Go With Howie
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Gabi Vice ABS-CBN Sports 7:00 Healing Japan 10:00 Primetime Canada Jamie 4:30 CNN Go TV 10:45 Reel Time
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GMA airs Pacquaio-Horn match

P
inoy boxing fans can catch the The eight-division world champion Stadium in Brisbane is set to become
much-awaited Battle of Brisbane, Pacquiao, who holds a 59-6 record Australias biggest fight in history, which
headlined by Manny PacMan including 38 knockouts and 2 draws, is will also include two Filipino fighters
Pacquiao and Australian Jeff The determined to put on another thrilling in the undercard. Jonel Dapidran,
Hornet Horn, exclusively on free TV via performance after successfully defending Pacquiaos cousin, will face Australian
GMA-7 today at 10 a.m. his WBO welterweight world title against Brent Dames in the Junior Welterweight
GMA, in partnership with boxing Jessie Vargas last November. bout while another Filipino pride Jerwin
promoter ALV Events International, will The Pambansang Kamao is facing Ancajas will defend his IBF World Junior
also air real-time blow-by-blow account the 29-year-old Brisbane native Horn, Bantamweight title against Japanese
of the WBO Welterweight title fight on its WBOs No. 1 ranked contender at 147 Teiru Kinoshita.
flagship AM radio station DZBB 594 and pounds with a record of 16-0 including 11 The replay of the Battle of Brisbane:
RGMA Super Radyo stations nationwide knockouts and 1 draw. Pacquiao versus Horn will also air on GMA
beginning 9 a.m. The showdown at the SunCorp on the same day at 11 p.m.

Manny PacMan Pacquiao Jeff The Hornet Horn

Cable Channels
AXN Man With The SOLAR SPORTS Gametime Mechanic 111:00 TNorth 2:30 The Fairly Wander Over 7:30 Digimon 11:45 The 100
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