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5,624 beneficiaries received a Certificate of Land Ownership, a total of 9,000 hectares given to Cotabato farmers

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More than 9,000 hectares of arable land were distributed here on Saturday by President Duterte to landless farmers of North Cotabato.

A total of 5,624 beneficiaries each received a Certificate of Land Ownership Award (CLOA) under the Comprehensive Agrarian Reform Program (CARP).

The CLOA recipients included Muslim, Christian and lumad farmers.

Duterte, meanwhile, again lambasted the New People’s Army (NPA) for inciting farming communities to rise against the government using underdevelopment as their main issue.

He blamed the activities of the NPAs in far-flung areas for aggravating poverty.

Security problems, Duterte said, disrupt government efforts to reach out to sectors that need socio-economic and humanitarian interventions.

“As long as the problem about land exists, armed conflicts will continue. When everybody is working and earning, I think this will bring us peace,” Duterte said.

He called on farmers benefitting from CARP to help address poverty in their communities by maximizing the use of their lands for agricultural ventures.

source: philstar

Duterte orders a thorough investigation of the killing of election lawyer Glen Chong’s aide Santillan

President Duterte has ordered the fair and thorough investigation of the killing of election lawyer Glen Chong’s aide Richard Santillan who was supposedly killed in a shootout in December.

Presidential Spokesperson Salvador Panelo made the statement 12 days after Public Attorney’s Office (PAO) forensics chief Erwin Erfe said that Santillan could have been tortured before he was killed in the alleged shootout in Cainta, Rizal on December 10, 2018.

In a statement, Panelo said the Palace denounces the killing and that investigations will push through until perpetrators are brought to justice.

“The Palace strongly denounces the brutal and brazen incident which led to the death of Mr. Richard Red Santillan,” Panelo said late Monday.

“President Rodrigo Roa Duterte has ordered a fair and thorough investigation of the case until the killers, including the mastermind, are put behind bars,” he added.

Panelo noted that police are being accused of torturing Santillan but said that the Palace will not intervene with the investigation.

“Serious accusations have been made against some members of the CALABARZON Police. Let the chips fall as they may,” he said.

As we know by now, PRRD does not condone erring men in uniform who grossly violate the law. Similar to the Batocabe murder case, he certainly has the same commitment of getting justice done for the family, relatives, friends and for all those Mr. Santillan left behind,” he added.

According to Erfe, a total of 63 wounds were found in the different parts of Santillan’s body, adding that there were fracture and puncture injuries in the head, chest, and abdomen that would indicate torture.

The police, however, denied the alleged torture. The Philippine National Police (PNP) Crime Laboratory in Rizal explained that based on the autopsy, there were no signs of bruises, much less torture.

A police report claimed that Santillan was a member of an organized crime group and the subject of a police operation that resulted in his death. The PNP had also presented a diagram that showed his links to an organized carnapping group.

Two police officers from the Rizal Provincial Police Office were already relieved from their post on December 12, 2018 in connection with Santillan’s death. The two were identified as having participated in the police operation in Barangay San Andres, Cainta which led to the alleged shootout.

source: manila bulletin  

Prediksyon at kapalaran sa mga ipinanganak sa taon ng Baboy “Year of the Pig”

Pig is the twelfth in the 12-year cycle of Chinese zodiac sign. The Years of the Pig include 1923, 1935, 1947, 1959, 1971, 1983, 1995, 2007, 2019, 2031, 2043…

Pig is not thought to be a smart animal in China. It likes sleeping and eating and becomes fat. Thus it usually features laziness and clumsiness. On the positive side, it behaves itself, has no plan to harm others, and can bring affluence to people. Consequently, it has been regarded as wealth.

People with Chinese zodiac Pig sign are considerate, responsible, independent and optimistic. They always show generousness and mercy to endure other people’s mistakes, which help them gain harmonious interpersonal relationships. However, sometimes they will behave lazy and lack actions. In addition, pure hearts would let them be cheated easily in daily life.

Perfect Matches: Tiger, Rabbit, Sheep

  • These combinations always have a high possibility to obtain a sweet and everlasting marriage. When meeting difficulties, they can face them together. More patience and enough encouragement are keys to solve problems. They have common goals and similar values, which add more fun in daily life.
  • Avoid: Snake, Monkey
    Totally different personalities may lead to conflicts. They always have completely contrary opinions about one thing, and cannot reach an agreement because of their stubbornness. If getting married, one would always think about his/her own advantages and feelings, which would hurt the other.
  • Blood Type O: They are brave and full of enthusiasm. Most of them are independent. They believe that success should be achieved by own efforts.
  • Blood Type A: Their gentle and optimistic characteristics can always influence people around. They are reliable, and always try their best to help friends who are in trouble.
  • Blood Type B: In most cases, they are honest to everyone, which gives enough sense of security to their partners.
  • Blood Type AB: They have high responsibility towards career, with enviable intelligence and outstanding abilities. They are born leaders that can make full use of everyone’s advantages.

Ang mga baboy ay itinuturing na masuwerteng hayop sa horoscope na Tsino, at ayon sa 5 Elementong Teorya ng Tsina, ang mga baboy ay nabibilang sa Grupong Tubig.

May 2 masuwerteng dragong bituwin na lumabas ngayong 2015, at ito ay magandang pangitain para sa mga estudyanteng ipinanganak sa Taon ng Baboy. Magkakaroon sila ng matataas na marka ngayong Taon ng Yang.

Taon ng Baboy: 1935, 1947, 1959, 1971, 1983, 1995, 2007, 2019

Karera: Ang mga ipinanganak sa Taon ng Baboy ay nabibilang sa Grupong Tubig, at ang mga ipinanganak naman sa Taon ng Yang ay nabibilang sa Grupong Lupa. Sa horoscope na Tsino, ang lupa ay masuwerte para sa tubig, kaya ang 2019 ay ang masuwerteng taon para sa pag-unlad ng karera ng mga ipinanganak sa Taon ng Baboy.

Para sa mga ipinanganak sa taong ito, mahahanap ninyo ang tamang trabaho, at makukuntento sa inyo ang inyong kompanya. Kung mayroon namang inaayos na proyekto, mag-eenjoy kayo rito. Possible ring makamtan ang promosyon sa trabaho sa taong ito.

Pero, sa kabila nito, kailangang pagtuunan ng pansin ang ethics sa trabaho at iwasan ang di-pagkakaunawaan.

Pera: Ang 2015 ay magdadala ng pera para sa mga ipinanganak sa Taon ng Baboy. Ang inyong propek sa karera ay maganda sa taong ito, kaya, pagbutihin ang trabaho at susunod ang pera.

Pag-ibig: Maganda rin ang prospek ng pag-ibig para sa mga ipinanganak sa Taon ng Baboy ngayong 2015. Kung binata’t dalaga, kailangang magpunta sa mas maraming pagtitipon para mas lumaki ang tsansa na makakilala ng inyong magugustuhan. Pero, may kabagalan ang pagdedebelop ng isang seryosong relasyon ngayong taon.

Para sa mga dalaga, maraming pagkakataon sa taong ito na makakilala ng mga binata.

Kalusugan: Dahil sa inyong sipag sa trabaho, magkakaroon kayo ng panghihina at makakaranas ng presyur. Huwag kalimutang magpahinga, kumain ng masusustansyang pagkain, at mag-ehersisyo upang maibalik ang inyong bitalidad. May posibilidad din na kayo ay magkakasakit, kaya, bigyan ng atensyon ang inyong kalusugan, lalong-lalu na ang inyong sikmura, nervous system.


Men born in the Pig year are optimistic and gentle. They are very focused. Once they decide on a goal, they’ll put everything into it.

They are not the best with money. Though cool-headed, they are also gullible. They trust others easily and are often scammed. This can cause them to lose a fortune.

These men are also quiet. They love learning but don’t really know how to put their knowledge into words. They’re not conversationalists, but treat everyone warmly. This results in a large social circle. Whenever they run into difficulties, there are always people who stand up to help. Though people will lie to them, more will love them.

Women born in the Pig year are full of excitement. They attend social events whenever possible and treat everyone genuinely. Combined with their easygoing personality, they gain everyone’s trust.

However, they are sometimes over-friendly. In their excitement, they can forget to give others personal space.

They also have good fortune with wealth. As long as they keep at it, the efforts will not go to waste. Though they don’t start with an advantage, their hard work will keep money flowing in.

At home, they are highly organized. If the room is messy, they’d stay up the entire night to clean it up. These women love children too. Playing with children is one of the things that bring them the greatest joy.

Most compatible with Pig: Tiger, Rabbit, Goat

Pigs are the most compatible with Tigers. The brave Tiger gives Pigs the security they need.

The Rabbit will be attracted by the Pig’s intelligence and warmth. With the Goat, there are many common interests and topics.

Least compatible with Pig: Snake, Monkey

Pigs and Snakes have clashing personalities and are the least compatible. They have biases against each other and can’t compromise. It’s hard to get along with Monkeys as well. The relationship is full of tension.

Lucky things for Pigs

  • Colors: yellow, gray, brown
  • Numbers: 2, 5, 8
  • Mineral: agate
  • Directions of auspiciousness: southeast, east
  • Directions of wealth: northeast
  • Directions of love: north

Unlucky things

  • Colors: blue, green
  • Numbers: 1, 7, 9

Careers fit for Pigs

Pigs are gentle and rarely lose their temper. Even when they do, it’s never a dramatic commotion. They’ll always try to compromise and settle things quickly. Because their goal in life is for everyone to live in harmony, they are suitable for careers related to charity and fundraisers.

They are also very tolerant and understanding. If someone makes a mistake, they’ll try to help the person fix it. They are patient and want the best for everyone. This makes them great teachers and coaches.

If Pigs are interested in business, they should be braver. Take some risks in investments, but to an extent. After some small obstacles, the road to wealth would be smooth. Real estate is a good option for these Pigs.

Health and lifestyle

Pigs mostly have a great build and a resilient body. They are always spirited, as if they will never run out of energy. Their natural health is something Pigs are proud of.

But sometimes they can be overconfident and overlook some minor symptoms. If neglected for too long, even the smallest things can become grave.

In addition, Pigs lead very busy lives. Even if they don’t feel tired, they should still remember to take breaks. Seasonal changes have an effect on Pigs’ health too. They may be at risk for respiratory diseases. Unhealthy diets can lead to diabetes, high cholesterol and heart problems too.

Pigs are never one to give in to difficulties. This is a positive trait in the workplace, but might not be here. For good health, Pigs must learn to take small illnesses seriously and get regular checkups

Pigs in the Year of the Pig (2019)

The year of one’s zodiac sign is their 本命年 (ben ming nian). It is traditionally the most unlucky year with trouble and danger lurking at every corner.

Similar to the previous year, Pigs may find luck in some areas of their life, but others will require hard work to avoid potential pitfalls. Pigs will most likely experience many emotional ups and downs, making them feel frustrated and sad at times.

This will not be a transitional year for Pigs, and it is best to try and “stick it out” in situations if at all possible. While that can be terribly frustrating, try to remember that a key element to utilizing your luck is timing. Next year will bear good fruit for Pigs, but the time isn’t right to harvest the fruits of your labor. Instead, familiarize yourself with possible oversights and improve upon them so you may take advantage of similar situations as they occur in the future. This is a key element in many Asian religions, that is to say, you may be stuck consulting the same problem over and over until you solve it.

In order to bring as much good luck as possible to your year, it’s a good idea to attend happy events such as weddings or family gatherings. It’s also not a bad idea to pray for safety at your favorite temples over the course of the year in order to shield yourself from bad luck. As always, try to avoid places with overly negative Qi such as hospitals and graveyards.

Career

Pigs’ 2019 horoscope reveals that changing careers may bring unforeseen consequences, and in most cases should be avoided. Instead, keep your nose to the grindstone and be wary of conflict. Pigs have a way of directly confronting their problems and at times this can impair their ability to see the deeper meaning of an issue. While Pigs can expect confrontation this year it will be best to face these problems with patience and practicality, two tools that are in Pigs “tool belt” but aren’t always utilized when they should be.

The fortune for Pigs this year is somewhat sardonic, as their sign brings luck to a bevy of other zodiac signs, but Pigs themselves are not overly fortunate this year. It’s not a good time to make investments or to try your hand at the casino. However, if Pigs can avoid these potentially large pitfalls, they will escape the year relatively unscathed and in great position for next year.

Luckiest Months: April 8th – July 20th

Unluckiest Months: September 12th – December 2nd

Education

The education forecast for Pigs, however, reveals some good fortune. For those seeking higher education, it seems the stars are aligned in your favor. The 2019 Pig horoscope shows that investing in education will position them to take better advantage of future opportunities.

There will be some potential problems that arise due to administrative disorder, but Pig’s inherent charm will help smooth things over quickly. Remember, “you will catch more flies with honey than you will with vinegar.” Your charm will also help win you favor with your professors, a small factor that certainly helps when they are grading exams.

Health

Health can be rated as a mediocre category for Pigs this year. While there are no major illnesses on your horizon, Pigs will have to pay attention to minor ailments to keep them from growing into something large.

If you feel ill, don’t delay in consulting a physician or healer, this is a major key to staying healthy this year. Other than this, maintain a consistent exercise regimen and a diet made up of healthy, unprocessed foods. Add more fruits and vegetables to your diet for an extra boost to your immunity.

It is important to note that your mental health this year may experience some complications. You expected this to be your year, and it may not be working out like you had intended. Don’t be afraid to share this frustration with others as your friends and family can be the key to getting through hard times. If it gets too difficult to bear, seek the help of a licensed professional such as a therapist.

Relationships

The love forecast for Pigs is also pretty unremarkable for 2019. It seems that while this is not the year for true romance, there will be plenty of enjoyable moments and new prospects during this year. However, it is important to be observant as these opportunities are meant to teach you a lesson about what is and isn’t important in a suitor.

Fortunately for Pigs, the lack of relationship drama means they can focus on making new friends and connections. Extending their network could have a significant impact on Pigs’ future, and in some respects be more rewarding than an intimate relationship. Remember not to be too quick to jump into a relationship as it may lead to more problems than it is worth, focus instead on enlarging your circle of friends.

For Pigs who are already in a committed relationship, it will be important to communicate your desires to your mate. A failure of communication usually denotes the imminent breakdown of other major relationship foundations. In order to prevent this from happening, actively listen to your partner and don’t be afraid to tell them how you feel as well, or you may find yourself harboring some resentment.

Lifestyle

Pigs are in for almost an unfair year it seems. This year is about favoring the characteristics of Pigs in order to succeed, but for Pigs, to whom this comes naturally, they will have a difficult year and must practice patience and discipline.

It is important to remember not to be short sighted. You could focus on this year and say it is unfair, or you could focus on the future and realize that this time is meant to set up opportunities for the long term and practice the elements that will make you successful in your future endeavors.

sources: 1, 2, 3.

San Miguel Corporation, Pres. Ramon Ang, nag donate ng 50 units high-class BMW motorcycles sa ating kapulisan

Nag-donate si San Miguel Corporation (SMC) President Ramon Ang ng 50 units high-class BMW motorcycles sa Philippine National Police-Highway Patrol Group (PNP-HPG)

Ayon kay PNP-HPG Chief Supt. Roberto Fajardo, hindi nila alam kung magkano ang halaga ng bawat motorbikes ngunit makikita sa website ng BMW motorcycles na ang halaga ng isang high-class BMW G 310 R motorcycles ay P300,000.

Sabi ni Fajardo, ito ang unang pagkakataon na nakatanggap ang PNP-HPG ng high-class motorcycles bilang donasyon.

“First time in the sense na BMW ito. Kasi siguro mga 50 years ago pa ‘yung last time na nagkaroon ng BMW ang PNP. We are very thankful for the SMC through Ramon S. Ang for his generosity,” ani Fajardo.

Ang mga motorbikes aniya ay malaking tulong sa kanilang operasyon kapag nagpa-patrol sa EDSA, kung saan gagamitin ito pansamantala ng mga highway patrollers.

Dagdag ni Fajardo na makakatulong rin ito sa seguridad at road safety sa EDSA lalo’t na may kakulangan sa motorbikes ang PNP-HPG.

Ang SMC at BMW Philippines naman ang sasagot sa maintenance ng bawat motorbikes.

source: philnetizens

Paalala: Pag-inum ng gamot, kasabay ng pag-inum ng alak, Nakakamatay

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Alak : Baka Bawal Isabay sa Gamot Mo. Pwede Makamatay

Payo ni Doc Willie Ong

1. Marami na ang nadisgrasya sa pagsabay ng alak sa mga gamot na iniinom.
2. Kung ikaw ay umiinom ng Anti-depressant, benzodiazepines, contraceptive pills, sleeping pills, umiwas na lang sa pag-inom ng alak.
3. Pwedeng biglang ma-overdose, at may namamatay. Kumonsulta sa doktor.
Panoorin ang video.

Nationwide river cleanup isa sa mga prioridad ng DENR

Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR) Secretary Roy Cimatu on Thursday ordered all regional directors of the agency to have all the rivers under their jurisdiction cleaned within a one-year period.

Cimatu issued the order here during the opening of the 4th International River Summit at Radisson Blu Hotel.

The Environment secretary said it is the DENR’s responsibility to improve the conditions of the rivers in the country and he is giving the agency’s regional heads one year to comply with his directive.

He said he will be checking on all the rivers in the country six months from now and the region with the cleanest river will be duly rewarded and recognized.

Regional directors who fail to comply with the order, according to Cimatu, will undergo an evaluation process of their performance and may face sanction or be replaced.

The International River Summit is a biennial multi-partner initiative organized to intensify promotion of clean river advocacy and governance.

The ribbon-cutting and opening ceremonies were spearheaded by Mandaue City Mayor Luigi Quisumbing and attended by Cimatu and Cebu Archbishop Jose Palma, among other guests.

The 4th edition of the Summit is being hosted by the Mandaue City government in partnership with the League of Cities of the Philippines and the DENR-River Basin Control Office.

With the theme “Raising Awareness, Commitment, and Resources for the Rivers,” the Summit will provide a venue for information and knowledge exchange on the latest technologies and trends on basin governance, discussions on issues and concerns, and sharing of innovations and solutions to synergize strategies and practices on river basin management.

The rehabilitation of Cebu’s Butuanon River will be among the subjects to be tackled in the three-day summit, which ends Saturday.

source: (PNA)

#GoodNews: Bataan Nuclear Power Plant muling bubuhayin ng Duterte Administration

Suportado ni Defense Secretary Delfin Lorenzana ang panukalang muling buhayin ang Bataan Nuclear Power Plant (BNPP) para pagkunan ng dagdag na supply ng enerhiya sa bansa.

Sa ginanap na press briefing sa Malacañang, sinabi ni Lorenzana na wala siyang nakikitang negatibong implikasyon sa plano partikular sa seguridad ng bansa dahil hindi naman gagawa ng nuclear bomb ang Pilipinas.

Malinaw aniya na ang layunin ng panukalang buhayin ang BNPP ay para makapag-generate ng dagdag na supply ng enerhiya sa bansa.

“Wala naman akong nakikitang…dahil it will be just be revived to generate electricity. Hindi naman siguro tayo capable to develop our own nuclear bomb. Hindi naman siguro iyon ang purpose noon,” ani Lorenzana.

Sinabi ng kalihim na malaking bagay kung magkaroon ng dagdag na 2,000 megawatt supply ng enerhiya mula sa BNPP sakaling buhayin ito.

Pero kailangan aniyang matiyak na hindi gagastos ng malaki dahil hanggang ngayon ay ginagastusan pa rin ng gobyerno ang BNPP kahit hindi ito napapakinabangan ng mga Filipino.

“According to some experts na nakausap ko, puwedeng i-revive to produce electricity. And if we can do that, I think it will be good for our people,” dagdag pa ni Lorenzana.

Ang muling pagbuhay sa BNPP ay iminungkahi ng Philippine National Research Institute para pagkunan ng dagdag na energy supply para sa bansa.

 

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Ex-NPA rebels being trained to become soldiers

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Former members of the New People’s Army (NPA), who surrendered to the government, are being trained to become soldiers under the 4th Division Training School (DTS) in Malaybalay City, Bukidnon.

In a documentary produced by the 4th Infantry Division released on Facebook last December 26, the surrenderers will undergo intensive training under the government’s Integrated Territorial Defense System (ITDS).

The ITDS aims to address communist insurgency by complementing military operations with a holistic community support approach.

Candidate soldiers in the program are grateful that President Rodrigo Duterte’s administration has kept its promise of providing them a new life after leaving the communist group.

Aside from the military training, these former NPAs or even recruits, who are not former communist members, more importantly are being taught and trained to raise their love of country, love and respect for countrymen, love for freedom and human rights, the Armed Forces of the Philippines said.

One of the candidate soldiers in the program is 22-year old Reynaldo Gambota, a former NPA commander.

Gambota admitted being a runner, recruiter, and rally organizer for the Communist Party of the Philippines (CPP) – NPA -National Democratic Front (NDF).

“One of the reasons why I got interested to join the NPA was to know the real reason why we experience hardships. Another reason is because my relatives on (my) mother’s side were NPA members,” said Gambota, who was exposed to the NPA’s influence since he was 13 years old.

However, he said he experienced greater hardships being an NPA member, which made him surrender.

“Rain or shine, night and day, we would walk and pass through different areas. If there was an operation/encounter, at times we would not eat for three days. It takes us a long time to find food. We did not even have a single peso as salary. Our visits to our community/families were limited,” Gambota said.

He denied the CPP-NPA-NDF’s allegation that they were forced by the military to surrender. “No one forced me to surrender. They did not even hurt me. I voluntarily surrendered to soldiers because I want a new life,” he said.

Gambota said that while he also undergoes hardship in training to become a soldier, he knows these will pay off.

“I can see a future here where I’ll be able to provide for my family. The hardships have something in return. In the NPA, you go through hardships until you die, without providing a better future for your family,” he said.

sourrce: (PNA)

Judge Ma. Rita Sarabia who dismisses Trillanes’ coup charges dies

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ILOILO CITY – The city government officials and employees of Iloilo City offered a minute of silence for former city councilor and Judge Ma. Rita Bascos Sarabia as she succumbed to complications brought about by an infection on her exposed wounds past 9 p.m. Wednesday,(December 26).

Mayor Jose Espinosa III broke the news before city hall employees in his message after the regular flag-raising ceremony upon receipt of the information from Sarabia’s son, Rex.

He said that Sarabia was supposed to undergo an emergency operation, but she did not make it.

“We will make arrangements with the family because she is also our former councilor,” Espinosa said.

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Sarabia served as city councilor for two terms from 1998 to 2001 and from 2001 until 2004.

She was then appointed as a judge in a Regional Trial Court (RTC) in Negros Occidental. She also served as a judge in Quezon City RTC and Makati City RTC.

One high profile case she handled was the dismissal of the coup charges against Senator Antonio Trillanes in 2011 after he was granted amnesty.

Meanwhile, the younger Sarabia in his Facebook account narrated that six days ago his mother suffered second-degree burns after the tank of their Liquefied Petroleum Gas (LPG) exploded.

He said that her mother could be remembered as “a fiery champion of the poor who fought for their rights and welfare”.

“She fought to deliver justice in our society as a lawyer and a judge. This brave girl from Jaro, however, fought her last fight. For six agonizing days, she was a warrior to the last second,” he said in is FB account.

Her wake will be at the Gegato -Abecia Funeral Services in Balabago Jaro. The viewing will start December 29 and she will be brought to her final resting place on January 5, 2019.

The judge Sarabia is married to lawyer Rene Sarabia.

source: (Perla Lena/PNA)

Alejano to Duterte: You’re selling PH to China, you don’t know Patriotism

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Ito ang pahayag ni Congressman Alejano para kay pangulong Duterte hinggil sa west philippine sea issue.

Ibininta umano ni pangulong Duterte sa china ang pinag aagawang territoryo ng bansa, at wala umanong patriotismo ang pangulo.

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