QC court orders arrest of ex-mayor s accusers

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1 VOLUME IV NO. 156 FEBRUARY 09, 2016 TUESDAY Want to broaden your business horizon? Let us help you! Call us at (045) Us at Probable cause found on libel case filed by Pelayo QC court orders arrest of ex-mayor s accusers By Marna Dagumboy-del Rosario CITY OF SAN FERNANDO A Quezon City Regional Trial Court (RTC) judge has ordered the arrest of the accusers of former Candaba Mayor Jerry Pelayo, after the court found probable cause in the libel case filed against them by the latter. Thousands flock to San Fernando Job Fair By Marna Dagumboy -del Rosario CITY OF SAN FERNANDO Thousands of applicants flocked to the City Job Fair organized by the Public Employment and Services Office held over the week at the SM City Pampanga Event Center. arrest order...page 11 The city government, in cooperation with Department of Labor and Employment (DoLE) and the Philippine Overseas Employment Administration (POEA), opened a total of 2,814 local and 2,020 overseas job vacancies for skilled and projob fair... PAGE 11 Private firm to build 5MW solar power plant in Bataan By Mhike R. Cigaral recently. We recently had a meeting with Spark executives MORONG, BATAAN A private firm is scheduled to build and they told me they have a 5-megawatt solar power already bought a 7-hectare JOB FAIR. Mayor Edwin Santiago, together with Vice Mayor Jimmy Lazatin, initiates the formal launching of the City plant in this 3rd-class 2nd municipality, the Tel/Fax local No.: chief (045) bang, , Mayor Jorge , Estan- Floor property U2 in Bldg., Barangay Mc-Arthur Sa- Highway, Job Fair at SM City Brgy. Pampanga. Dolores, The city City government, of San through Fernando, its Public Employment Pampanga and Services Office, holds the activity in line with the celebration of Kaganapan address: in cooperation primestone_aggre@yahoo.com with Department of Labor and Employment. --CSFP-CIO PHOTO executive here confirmed private firm... PAGE 11 For your construction needs: Quality Gravel G-1, Gravel 3/4, Sub-base, Base Course 2nd Floor U2 Bldg., Mc-Arthur Highway, Brgy. Dolores, City of San Fernando, Pampanga Tel/Fax No.: (045) , , address: primestone_aggre@yahoo.com

2 2NEWSHeadline Gitnang Luzon FEBRUARY 09, 2016 ACKNOWLEDGMENT. Dr. Maria Imelda Labrador-Ignacio and Maria Katrina Zapanta of the Provincial Health Office receive awards from DOH-III RD Dr. Leonita Gorgolon during the Central Luzon s 1st Recognition for Outstanding Blood Program Implementers and Stakeholders held at the Holiday Inn Clark. Also in photo are PBC members Dr. Marcelo Jaochico, Augusto Ocampo of the Philippine Red Cross, and Capt. Ronel Rabot of the Philippine Army. --ANGELIQUE TUAZON-ELISEO CLRAA Meet 2016 opens in Bulacan CITY OF MALOLOS Some 10,000 athletes will flock the Bulacan Sports Complex in this city as the Department of Education (DepEd) Central Luzon formally opens the 2016 Central Luzon Regional Athletic Association (CLRAA) Meet on February 7 to 12, Together with the DepEd Schools Division Office (SDO) of Bulacan as host, Gov. Wilhelmino M. Sy-Alvarado said the Provincial Government of Bulacan will ensure the orderliness and safety of the delegates during their stay in the province. Anchored on the theme, Developing Strong Character Through Sports, the said sports event aims to inculcate discipline, teamwork and excellence; to promote sportsmanship and camaraderie among the athletes in 18 schools divisions in the region and to select athletes who will represent the region in 2016 Palarong Pambansa. Senator Teofisto TG Guingona III graced the opening ceremonies as guest speaker, which started with a parade at the Bulacan Sports Complex at 2pm followed by a PHLPost launches commemorative stamps to celebrate 100 years of Philippine Senate MANILA The Philippine Postal Corporation (PHLPost) launched the Senate Centennial Commemorative Stamp to mark the 100 years ( ) of the establishment of the Philippine Senate. Senate President Franklin Drilon and PHL- Post Chairman Cesar Sarino unveiled the presentation stamps frame at the Senate on February 04, and signed the official first day cover of the stamps. senate stamp... Page 11 short program. Later in the evening at 6pm, a Governor s Night was held at Hiyas Pavilion in this city where DepEd Regional Dir. Malcolm Garma, CESO V, was guest of honor. The game proper started on February 8 until the 12th at the 15 assigned playing venues which include Balagtas Central School, Balagtas Gym, Boying s Billiard Hall, Bulacan Sports Complex, Bulacan Capitol Gymnasium, Bulacan State University Activity Center, Calumpit Central School, City Walk, CMIS Sto. Rosario, Guiguinto Municipal Athletic and Cultural Center, Hiyas ng Bulacan Convention Center, Marcelo H. Del Pilar National High School Gym, Norzagaray Central School, Philippine Sports Stadium and Richwell College in Plaridel. Events include Archery, Amis, Athletics, Badminton, Baseball, Basketball, Boxing, Chess, Football, Gymnastics, Sepak Takraw, Softball, Swimming, Table Tennis, Taekwondo, Tennis, Volleyball, Special Olympics. Billiard, Futsal and Sepak Takraw-Girls shall be demonstration sports. The Regional Athletic Association (RAA) is chaired by the Regional Director, together with the Governor of the Province of Bulacan as honorary chairman. The 18 participating schools divisions include Angeles City, Aurora, Balanga City, Bataan, Bulacan, Cabanatuan City, Gapan City, Mabalacat City, Malolos City, Science City of Munoz, Nueva Ecija, Olongapo City, Pampanga, City of San Fernando, San Jose City, Tarlac City, Tarlac, and Zambales. Memories of Ka Blas continue to inspire nation Sy-Alvarado CITY OF MALOLOS Memories of Ka Blas Ople s invaluable contributions to the province and to the country flooded the Gat. Blas F. Ople Building, Capitol Compound as the Bulakenyos commemorate his 89th birthday recently. Gov. Wilhelmino M. Sy-Alvarado shared his memorable encounters with Ka Blas while emphasizing that a man who came from scratch and utilized his time as useful as it can be has left this world with rich knowledge and experiences and remained as a light and inspiration to others until today. Isang hamak na probinsyano, produkto ng pampublikong paaralan, isang magsasakang wala namang lupang sinasaka, isang mangingisdang umaasa lamang sa kagandahang loob ng dagat, isang alagad ng paggawa na wala namang pagawaan at nakasandig lamang sa lakas ng sariling mga bisig, gamit ang lakas ng kaisipan na pinatalas ng masigasig na pagbabasa, Alvarado said. The governor also likened Ople to Hercules of Greek mythology and Job, a biblical icon who despite the hardships in life still accomplished things that many perceived as impossible to do. The children of Ople also honored the memories of their father. His daughter Susan Toots Ople, who has been championing the cause of the Overseas Filipino Workers and is now vying for a post in the Senate to follow Ka Blas footsteps, shared her father s commitment not only to the country but to his family regardless of a busy career. Minsan masarap mamasyal sa hardin ng alaala, masarap balikan yung mga ngiti, halakhak, mga payo ng isang lider, ng isang ama. Labika blas... Page 11 NAPOLCOM to open online scheduling for police entrance exams CITY OF SAN FERNANDO The National Police Commission (NAPOLCOM) will open next week its On-Line Examination Application Scheduling System (OLEASS) for the Police Entrance (PNPE) and Promotional Examinations (PROMEX). Applicants may now start accessing our website- www. napolcom.gov.ph. We are utilizing the OLEASS to regulate the scheduling of the filing of examination application in all NAPOL- COM Regional Offices, NAPOL- COM Regional Director Rodolfo Grande Santos Jr said. The period of online scheduling is from February 8 to 12 for PNPE and February 15 to 26 for PROMEX. Under the system, applicants are given a schedule when to personally appear at NAPOLCOM to file their application and are required to bring with them their printed on-line confirmation letter and other required documents for further evaluation, Santos added. The PNPE is open to all Filipino citizens who meet the age, height, and educational requirements. Police Officer I personnel whose appointments are temporary for lack of appropriate eligibility are also encouraged to take the exam. Civilian applicants must bring two recent, colored, and identical 1x1 ID pictures in white background and complete name tag along with one legal size window envelope with Php9 worth of mailing stamp, transcript of records or diploma, and birth certificate issued by the local civil registrar or Philippine Statistics Authority, Santos said. PROMEX, on the other hand, is open exclusively to all qualified napolcom... Page 11

3 FEBRUARY 09, 2016 Headline Gitnang Luzon BUSINESS 3 DTI 3 resolves 511 consumer complaints in 2015 By Charlene A. Cayabyab ANGELES CITY The Department of Trade and Industry in Central Luzon (DTI 3), including its seven provincial offices, was able to resolve 511 consumer complaints in From this figure, 149 or 29 percent of the resolved complaints were on warranties of cellphones followed by tablets with 34 or 7 percent, automobile- 31 or 6 percent and the remainder on household appliances and motorcycles. About 486 or 95 percent of these cases were settled through mediation while 25 or 5 percent passed through adjudication a more rigorous quasi-judicial process that requires hearings and decisions to be made by our Consumer Arbitration Officer, DTI 3 chief Judith Angeles said. DTI is committed at the resolution of consumer complaints through mediation within 10 working days and through arbitration within 20 working days. Bulacan Provincial Office had the most resolved cases at 118 followed by Pampanga with 82, Bataan-67, Nueva Ecija-60, the Regional Office-58, Zambales-57, Tarlac-56, and Aurora- 13. Relative to this, DTI has reminded dealers, retailers, and manufacturers of gadgets to follow the provisions of Republic Act 7394 otherwise known as the Consumer Act of the Philippines. The law stated that there is an implied warranty for consumer items such as cellphones and tablets of a minimum of 60 days to maximum of a year, Angeles said. DTI also reminds the buying public to be vigilant in examining the warranty certificates, which should meet the minimum standards for warranties under RA consumer complaints... Page 11 Republic of the Philippines PROVINCE OF PAMPANGA Municipality of Arayat OFFICE OF THE MUNICIPAL CIVIL REGISTRAR NOTICE OF PUBLICATION In compliance with the publication requirement and pursuant to OCRG Memorandum Circular No Guidelines in the Implementation of the Administrative Order No. 1 Series of 2012 (IRR on R.A ). Notice is hereby served to the public that JOSE GONZALES MIRANDA has filed with this office, a petition for correction of entry in the date of birth from DECMBER 15, 1962 to NOVEMBER 15, 1962 in the certificate of live birth of JOSE GONZALES MIRANDA born on DECEMBER 15, 1962 at Arayat, Pampanga and whose parents are NORBERTO MIRANDA and ANGELA GONZALES. Any person adversely affected by said petition may file his written opposition with this Office not later than two weeks upon publication. HGL: February 09 & 16, 2016 MA. GRETA P. DE ALA Mun. Civil Registrar Republic of the Philippines PROVINCE OF PAMPANGA Municipality of Arayat OFFICE OF THE MUNICIPAL CIVIL REGISTRAR NOTICE OF PUBLICATION In compliance with the publication requirement and pursuant to OCRG Memorandum Circular No Guidelines in the Implementation of the Administrative Order No. 1 Series of 2012 (IRR on R.A ). Notice is hereby served to the public that REMIGIO DE ALA GARCIA has filed with this office, a petition for change of first name from REMEDIOS to REMIGIO and correction of entries in the sex from FEMALE to MALE in the certificate of live birth of REMDIOS DE ALA GAR- CIA born on AUGUST 7, 1972 at Arayat, Pampanga and whose parents are ROMEO GARCIA and MILAGROS DE ALA. Any person adversely affected by said petition may file his written opposition with this Office not later than two weeks upon publication. HGL: February 09 & 16, 2016 MA. GRETA P. DE ALA Mun. Civil Registrar DoLE strengthens CL business councils in 2015 By Charlene A. Cayabyab CITY OF SAN FERNANDO In 2015, the Department of Labor and Employment in Central Luzon (DoLE 3) has strengthened and intensified the different industrial tripartite councils (ITCs) from all parts of the region. In Bataan, the DoLE Bataan Field Office, on different occasions, convened meetings with its four ITCs education; hospital, dental, and therapeutic clinics; construction; hotel, restaurant, and tourism. Some 108 officers and members of these ITCs actively participated during the consultation and updating on their respective Voluntary Code of Good Practices (VCGPs). Aside from this, they were provided with Learning Sessions on the LLCS, other related labor laws and issuances (ORLLI), and Productivity Seminar on 5s. In Bulacan, the DoLE Bulacan Field Office successfully concluded the first Industrial Tripartite Council Provincial Congress, participated by 57 officers and members of the Bulacan Provincial Tripartite Industrial Peace Council (B- PTIPC). The congress, served as a venue for various industries, as represented by the B-PTIPC, to discuss relevant and pertinent issues and policies on labor and employment. The B-TIPC, whose members are from various ITCs in the province, covers agribusiness, construction, health services, hotel resorts and restaurant, education, and manufacturing industries. Participants of the congress were provided an overview of the DOLE s VCGP and a situationer report on the different industries covered under the B-PTIPC. In Nueva Ecija, the DOLE Nueva Ecija field office held a Green Productivity Seminar MANILA Senatorial candidate Martin Romualdez said the next administration should substantially increase the annual budget of the Education Department to respond to the pressing demands of economic growth and social development. While education already receives the biggest share in the national budget at present, it is clear that we should allot more resources to the educational system at all levels because we have a growing population, the Leyte congressman said. Why do I say this? Every opening of the schoolyear, we hear reports of the lack of classrooms, facilities and even teachers in certain areas of the country, particularly in farflung areas. Some schoolhouses damaged by recent typhoons remain unrepaired. That only means we deny the youth the opportunity to gain knowledge and skills they will need later on in life, Romualdez said. He cited the need to build more schoolhouses in the provinces and provide adequate teaching materials, including computers, to students at all levels. Giving education a progressively higher budget every year is only proper, he said, considering that the Constitution mandates the State to give priority to education. Our fundamental law is very clear: The State shall protect and promote the right of all citizens to quality education at all levels and shall take appropriate steps to make such education accessible to all, he pointed out. I believe that, as has been said, next in importance to freedom and justice is popular education, without which neither freedom nor justice can be properly maintained, Romualdez said. The three-term Leyte congressman is a lawyer and the current president of the Philippine Constitution Association (Philconsa). Romualdez is running for the Senate as a guest candidate of the United Nationalist Alliance (UNA). His candidacy has also been endorsed by presidential aspirant Rodrigo Duterte, as well as by the coalition of party-list groups in Congress which has pledged no less than 16 million votes for him and other incumbent and former congressmen seeking a seat in the Senate in the May elections. to some 55 officers and members of the Rice Millers Club of Nueva Ecija. The seminar, which is a first in Central Luzon, was made possible through a partnership with the National Wages and Productivity Commission (NWPC). Aside from this, the field office facilitated a series of seminars with 52 officers and members of the Builders and Developers of Novo Ecijano Incorporated. These seminars include Basic Occupational Safety and Health Seminar (BOSH), Orientation on the MOA-JAO for Construction, and D.O. 13, otherwise known as the Guidelines Governing Construction OSH. In Pampanga, the DoLE Pampanga Field Office also convened meetings with their 4 ITCs--construction, education, business processing and outsourcing (BPO) information communication technology, and aviation. Some 61 officers and members of these ITCs drafted their respective action plans covering training and education, salaries and benefits, and occupational safety and health. Meanwhile, the DoLE Tarlac Field Office held a Provincial Industry Tripartite Council Congress. The congress was participated by 45 officers and members of the province s ITCs which include hospital, hotel and restaurant, education, and construction. The objective of the congress was to review the signed Voluntary Codes of Good Practices based on the evaluation conducted by the Bureau of Labor Relations. The output of the congress served as basis of proposed amendments and improvements to the signed VCGPs and to provide the councils action plan and schedules of their activities. RECOGNITION FOR JBL. Dr. Yolanda T. Lee- Dee (L) MD, FPAPF, Chief of Hospital II, poses with the staff of Jose B. Lingad Memorial Regional Hospital (JBLMRH) after receiving the trophies from the 2016 Central Luzon Excellence Award for Health held at the Holiday Inn Clark on February 3. JBLMRH was recognized as the Department of Health (DoH) Designated Newborn Screening Training Facility and DoH Designated Basic Emergency Obstetric and Newborn Care Training Facility. --ASTRUD AGUINALDO Next admin should increase education budget Romuladez Baguio bettor bags P7-M pot MANILA A bettor from Baguio has won the P7,088,836 jackpot in last Saturday s (Feb. 6) Lotto 6/42 draw, the Philippine Charity Sweepstakes Office said. PCSO General Manager Atty. Jose Ferdinand Rojas II said the winning ticket with combination was bought from a lotto outlet in Baguio City. Meanwhile, 34 lucky bettors won the 2nd Prize worth P19,070, while 984 others bagged the 3rd Prize worth P520. No winner for Super Lotto 6/49 pot MANILA Last Sunday s (Feb. 7) Super Lotto 6/49 draw did not yield any winners to bag the P92, jackpot, the Philippine Charity Sweepstakes Office said. The winning numbers were no winner... Page 11

4 4OPINIONHeadline Gitnang Luzon FEBRUARY 09, 2016 EDITORIAL Problems in the city SOME 4,000 job vacancies were opened during a job fair initiated by the city government of San Fernando as part of the Kaganapan 2016 celebrations, marking the city s cityhood anniversary. Thousands flocked to the job fair held at the Event Center of SM City Pampanga, where 2,814 local and 2,020 overseas job vacancies for skilled and professional workers were offered. The job fair was not exclusive for Fernandinos, as there were also hopefuls from neighboring towns like Masantol, Apalit and Magalang; as well as nearby provinces including Bulacan, Bataan and Nueva Ecija. Out of the 1,112 job applicants, more than 80 were hired on the spot, records show. Records also show that from 7.8% unemployment rate in the city in 2014, it has decreased to 6.1% in This shows, according to PESO Manager Donny Sayre, that job fairs help resolve and mark down the unemployment rate in the city. Meanwhile, Mayor Edwin EdSa Santiago stressed in the opening ceremonies that employment is constantly interconnected with education which are both under his 12-point agenda. Good job in generating employment in the city, Mayor. Here s to also solving other problems like flooding and traffic, which we re sure would also be beneficial to Fernandinos and those from other towns and provinces passing by your city. HEADLINE Gitnang Luzon is a Daily Regional Newspaper General Manager: MARLO a. franco Editor: RIA DE FIESTA Layout Artist/Photographer: JP Manalang Reporters: CHARLENE CAYABYAB Marna dagumboy - Del rosario Administrative Staff: sherylin l. rivera Publisher: hgl publishing headlinegitnangluzon@gmail.com Website: DISCLAIMER: Views expressed by columnists are their own and do not necessarily reflect the editorial position of HEADLINE Gitnang Luzon or its internet website: com. The publisher does not knowingly publish false information and may not be held liable for the views of its columnists exercising their right to free expression. All rights reserved. Subject to the conditions provided for by law, no article or photograph published by HEADLINE GITNANG LUZON may be reprinted or reproduced, in whole or in part, without its prior consent. Office Address: 2nd Floor, U2 Building, MacArthur Highway, Dolores, City of San Fernando, Pampanga, 2000 Tel. Nos. (045) DESPITE her mood swings that sow fear in the hearts of public officials under her term, former President Gloria Macapagal Arroyo is well-loved by her constituents albeit the deafening silence that prevailed among her erstwhile die-hard allies in the province. The silence meant only one thing. Public officials in Pampanga do not want to incur the ire of President Benigno Aquino III lest they will be subjected to the political witchhunting that characterizes his administration. Pampanga province felt abandoned by Malacañang and the Kapampangans will have a hard time understanding the need to vote for the Liberal Party frontman Mar Roxas. Although President Aquino speaks Kapampangan, the great disconnect was palpable. Except for his annual pilgrimage to the Philippine Air Force at the Clark Freeport Zone, and a one-time visit at the FOR this coming 2016 elections, I needed to register since I was deactivated from the voting list after I failed to participate in the last two consecutive local elections. The last time I remember, I was already waiting in line in the same voting precinct, but I suddenly got tired and impatient waiting for my turn as the queue seemed to not progress at all. At the same time, waiting under the heat of the sun, and even the dusty ambiance of the public school adds to the nuisances that most voters have to go through during local and national elections. When I visited my parents house this weekend, I got a letter from the Office of the City Election Officer of San Fernando, Pampanga informing me of a public hearing relative to the transfer of my voting precinct from the San Jose Elementary School to Robinsons Starmills for the upcoming May Release GMA The former president has suffered so much in detention. Perhaps it s about time to stop treating her as a hate object and take the path to genuine reconciliation. Brainwaves Michelle Catap- Lacson Check and Balance Arnel San Pedro Seair s Office to check on an aircraft President Aquino disengaged from the Kapampangan region, a reversal of his namesake s bravado that the Filipino is worth dying for. From a Kapampangan to another Kapampangan. From a sitting president to another former president, he dealt the biggest blow to the Kapampangan people when he apparently persecuted former President Gloria Macapagal Arroyo his former teacher. I am not pro-gma. She may have erred in some of her executive functions but she does not deserve to be persecuted by the nonsense and baseless accusations hurled against her. Her husband and even sons may have had some overtures but the former president does not deserve her current dilemma. It pains me to see former President Macapagal-Arroyo in a neck brace battling a rare bone disease held against her will at the Voting in malls 9 National and Local Elections. My initial reaction is of course delight, as I believe that voting inside the mall will be more convenient and even enjoyable. I, together with those who are assigned to vote there, no longer have to hustle our way through the very small public school in our barangay just to exercise our right to suffrage. Commission on Elections (Comelec) Chairman Andres Bautista said that the approval of holding elections in participating malls is in line with their efforts to enhance the voting process and make it more comfortable and convenient. Two of the country s most popular chain of malls, SM and Robinsons, have already Want to broaden your business horizon? LET US HELP YOU! CALL US: (045) US: headlinegitnangluzon@gmail.com VISIT US: 2nd Floor,U2 Bldg., MacArthur Hiway, Dolores, City of San Fernando (P) Veterans Memorial Medical Center (VMMC) in Quezon City on plunder charges that were never proven. It was a blatant violation of human rights. Last week, presidential candidate Rodrigo Duterte in his political swing in Pampanga province joined human rights lawyer Amal Alamuddin-Clooney in her call for the release of Macapagal-Arroyo. Duterte, who has growing supporters not only in Pampanga province but in Central Luzon, has vowed to release Macapagal-Arroyo if he wins the polls because the evidence [against her] is weak. Pampanga province was now gravitating between Duterte and Senator Grace Poe but the latter s kid gloves on the issue of the SAF 44 will not do her a favor. Supporters of Duterte cheered on his promise to release Macapagal-Arroyo. Macapagal-Arroyo still represents the 2nd District of Pampanga in the Lower House and filed for more bills than her colleagues despite her conditions. Although I did not meet her personally, I wrote some of her campaign materials in Kapampangan dialect during the last polls. check and balance... Page 11 agreed to become part of this agreement. However, it is stated in the Omnibus Election Code that the use of other appropriate private buildings if no public school or other public building. Chairman Bautista provided statistics on the successful biometrics registration campaign, wherein the 9.3 million voters who needed to have their data recorded This move to turn malls into voting precincts is a welcome move in encouraging more participation from the registered voters. have been decreased to only 3.8 million, citing the accessibility and convenience of mall registration as factors in encouraging voters to participate in the biometrics registration. This is also seconded by an online survey conducted by the Comelec, wherein 83 percent expressed their preference for voting in a mall. brainwaves... Page 11

5 FEBRUARY 09, 2016 Headline Gitnang Luzon OPINION 5 HOW do we see some candidates who had already started their campaigns even before the set date? It was a blatant disrespect which seems to have made the Comelec and voting public helpless. It seems to be a useless or less used rule (among so many!) Where do we start to address this? Blame had been pointed to the so harshly called, bobotante. But the truth is, the so arrogantly called wise voters are equally guilty. Lord, show us the ABEL SOTO way TOWARDS THE LIGHT. And when we see the way you showed, we won t mind if you drag us to it. Just saying AND PRAYING FOR IT FERVENTLY. We have entered the month of February. Some would say, maybe in jest and quite offending, that this is the month of those with defective minds or kulangkulang. The reason is because this is the only month, which has less than 30 days compared to the rest, which have either 30 or 31 days. I was not born in February but I want to offer an explanation why this happened to February or why those born in this month need not be offended. February-born persons became kulang-kulang because they sacrificed some of their days for other months, most probably those which have 31 days. It was a sacrifice for the sake of others rather than a handicap. Thus, other months should thank February for their sufficiency or abundance! February-born people should instead be proud because they teacher s corner Towards the Light CHILDREN learn a lot from watching television and other forms of media. Exposure to TV and various shows affects how kids view the world. That is why adults parents and teachers should be aware of the different messages children learn from watching TV. The American Academy of Pediatrics, back in the earlt 80s, warned about the dangers of watching TV: violence, obesity, sexual activity, drug use, and stereotyping. It was learned that frequent viewers become desensitized to violence which is believed to lead to problems. Television viewing has also been found related to obesity and lower academic performance. In some households, it is true that kids spend more time watching television than Just saying had made an act of sacrifice for the sake of others. Just saying. On the recently held Mamasapano Senate Investigation. Chief Executive? President? Commander in Chief? Were these really distinguished while making those decisions? Was the President even aware of these distinctions? Suddenly, we are being made aware or misled that there are things in this country which the President may or may not be responsible of? And are these titles clear to those whom the President relates with? Do these distinctions really exist or at least every one is aware of? Can you imagine a subordinate asking the president, Sir, are you giving this order or making this command as a Chief Executive or a Commander in Chief? Is this another one of those legal gobbledygook (language that is meaningless or is made unintelligible by excessive use of abstruse technical terms; nonsense)? Just saying. On the recently concluded International Eucharistic Congress in Cebu. EUCHARIST means THANKSGIVING. How about this; EUCHARIST stands for Each Unsaved Christian Has A Reason In Seeking Thanksgiving! Was it intentional that in the word EUCHARIST is CHRIST? And the remaining letters: E, U, and A, can stand for Eternal, Unending, and Always which are essential characteristics of the Eucharist? Words, at times, communicate a lot about its meaning. AWEsome and WONDERful! To dispense this as mere papogi by the legislators and a sure move towards SSS bankruptcy February-born people should instead be proud because they had made an act of sacrifice for the sake of others. Just saying. Learning through Television by Rowena G. Puno learning in the classroom. They also spend a lot of time on their gadgets nowadays, which affects their school performance at an alarming level. TV programs and commercials also have misinterpreting messages to children on their character by showing selfishness, insensitivity, contempt rather than respect for adults and instant gratification instead of being patient, among others. T he y a l so show v iolenc e a nd aggressiveness rather than using self-control in negotiating a solution, while others highlight fear and anxiety. There is also a tinge of profanity in some shows, as well as promiscuity, not to mention the use of drugs without regard to risks instead of saying no to harmful substances, are hogwash. For such an important social and national agency, it should serve its purpose of serving those who had served our country. To even hint the distinction between the poor and the rich and the able to contribute and not pensioners is either being desperate or fooling the members. It is about time to reveal how this agency is being run. We deserve the true reasons not stupid ones. President PNoy vetoed the proposed bill to increase pensioners by P2000. He gave the reason that the SSS will have a billion deficit annually. If he was really serious on giving, he could have suggested a P1,000 increase instead. Di ba? One cause of our road woes is that some bikers, motorcycle riders, and tricycle drivers think that they are exempted from traffic laws. While cars, taxis and buses are fined and apprehended for traffic violations, the former are tolerated. eating junk food and taking pills to feel better. It is up to us adults on how we can counteract these harmful messages and help them become caring, productive citizens. We should teach children to be critical viewers and help them discriminate between fantasy and reality and between valuable and unworthy television content. It would also help to teach them to distinguish between ads and programs. Also, it would also help parents become aware of the harmful effects of unsupervised television exposure and elicit their cooperation in monitoring ALL media. The author is Teacher III of Bebe A nac Elementar y School, Masantol, Pampanga. Parnasong Kapampangan Neng Capa M. Pangan SALAMAT KING ASU (Kasuglung ning milabas a isyu) Mipagulisak ka, king agia mang iti E na ka linelen o keungan niti; At king pangabigla mu rugu milyari Ing e mu ukulan kekata malyari! Milayi kang bigla t kanaku kinaul Kabang paparak kang aplit kaniang gabun; Tsu na kang tsu kabang e ne man kakaung Itang tatabi mung Asu ng asnang dagul. Ala ne ing Asu, atmu pa katigik Ing kaul mu kaku ketang e mu malit; Inya kapakde mu t pangalino isip Meninimutla ka king kakung panakit! E mu ku alawe, dinuku kang bigla Kabang aku naman pilit da kang yatna; Inya king makanian tang kabilian mutya, Ikit ding daralan ing milyaring mala. Kapurit man ala kang maybug asabi, Nune ing kitang mu anti ya kanini: Nung tutu ngamu, ing kaku mu sinabi, Ituki mo bale ding kekang pengari. Natural mu sintang mal dili king bie ku Ing e ku payali, ngening bistung-bistu, Meyakit, king ika ating lilihim mu A dalise lugud kalupa ning kaku! Balu ku, king ika, kaku atin kang mua A pasari na ning penako kung uma, Misan a menik kung e ke disan Ima At ing chaperon mu atyu king kusina. Inya king milyari nandin, keka t kaku Alang munang diling pasalamatan ku, King pangabistu mung kaluguran mu ku, Nune itang asna karagul a Asu! quotable quotes If any foreign minister begins to defend to the death a peace conference, you can be sure his government has already placed its orders for new battleships and airplanes. Joseph Stalin The will to win, the desire to succeed, the urge to reach your full potential... these are the keys that will unlock the door to personal excellence. Confucius

6 6 Headline Gitnang Luzon FEBRUARY 09, 2016 EXCERPTS FROM THE MINUTES OF THE 132 ND REGULAR SESSION OF THE 5 TH SANGGUNIANG PANLUNGSOD OF THE CITY OF SAN FERNANDO, PAMPANGA HELD AT CITY SESSION HALL, HEROES HALL, MAGDALENA SUBDIVISION, BARANGAY SAN JUAN, CITY OF SAN FERNANDO, PAMPANGA ON THE 27 TH DAY OF JANUARY 2016 PRESENT: Hon. JAIME T. LAZATIN...Presiding...Officer Hon. ANGELICA O. HIZON...Member Hon. RALPH DANIEL M. HENSON...Member Hon. NOEL T. TULABUT...Member Hon. BENEDICT JASPER SIMON R. LAGMAN Member Hon. AYZEL MARI GRACE N. MACALINO...Member Hon. NELSON G. LINGAT...Member Hon. JOSELITO R. OCAMPO...Member Hon. HARVEY A. QUIWA...Member Hon. CELESTINO S. DIZON...Member Hon. JACKLYN RACHELLE G. CALIMLIM...Member ON LEAVE: Hon. ANGEL M. WIJANGCO... Ex-Officio... Member (LBC Pres.) ABSENT: NONE Republic of the Philippines PROVINCE OF PAMPANGA CITY OF SAN FERNANDO SANGGUNIANG PANLUNGSOD ORDINANCE NO Sponsor/Author: Honorable Ralph Daniel M. Henson AN ORDINANCE APPROVING THE APPLICATION FOR A LOCAL FRANCHISE OF KC WONDERLAND CORPORATION FOR THE OPERATION OF WORLD OF FUN, AN AMUSEMENT CENTER LOCATED AT THE GROUNDFLOOR OF SM PAMPANGA AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES EXPLANATORY NOTE WHEREAS, the City Government of San Fernando, Pampanga has enacted Ordinance No otherwise known as the Games and Amusement Code of the City of San Fernando, Pampanga; WHEREAS, the above-named Ordinance aims to regulate and protect people going and employed in amusement centers, carnivals, fairs, amusement parks, cockpit arenas, on-line gaming and sports betting, bingo parlors, among others; WHEREAS, the KC Wonderland Corporation a single proprietorship entity duly organized and existing under and virtue of Philippine laws, is one among the many business establishments covered by this Ordinance aforementioned; WHEREAS, the KC wonderland Corporation shall operate in the City of San Fernando, Pampanga at the 3 rd Level of SM, Pampanga, by virtue of a franchise to be granted by the Sanggunian Panlungsod under this Ordinance as mandated by R.A. 7160; which shall be valid for five (5) years ( ); WHEREAS, the World of Fun through KC Wonderland Corporation has communicated its application/request to the Sangguniang Panlungsod for a local franchise which was referred to the Committee on Entertainment, Games and Amusement which subsequently conducted series of committee hearings and study for the purpose; NOW THERFORE, BE IT ORDAINED by the Sangguniang Panlungsod of City Government of San Fernando, Pampanga, in session assembled, adopts as it hereby adopts the following Ordinance: ARTICLE I Title Section 1. Title This Ordinance shall be known as: AN ORDINANCE APPROVING THE APPLICATION FOR A LOCAL FRANCHISE OF KC WONDERLAND CORPORATION FOR THE OPERATION OF WORLD OF FUN, AN AMUSEMENT CENTER LOCATED AT THE GROUNDFLOOR OF SM PAMPANGA AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES Section 2. Definition of Terms as used in this Ordinance, the following terms shall mean: 2.1 Business refers to trade or commercial activity regularly engaged in as a means of livelihood or with a view of profit; 2.2 Charges refers to a pecuniary liability, as rents or fees against persons or property; 2.3 Tax refers to an enforced contribution usually monetary in form, levied by the law-making body on person and property subject to its jurisdiction for the precise purpose of supporting governmental needs; 2.4 Fee means a charge fixed by law or ordinance for the regulation or inspection of a business

7 FEBRUARY 09, 2016 Headline Gitnang Luzon 7 or activity, it shall also include charges fixed by law or agency for the services of a public officer in the discharge of his duties; 2.5 Franchise is a right or privilege affected with public interest which is conferred upon private persons or corporation, under such terms and condition as the government and political subdivisions may impose in the interest of the public welfare. ARTICLE II Authority to Operate Section 1. Authority to Operate There is hereby granted to the KC Wonderland Corporation, the exclusive authority (local franchise) to operate the World of Fun at the SM Pampanga, within the territorial jurisdiction of the City of San Fernando, Pampanga. Section 2. Duration of the Authority to Operate The authority to operate herein granted to KC wonderland Corporation shall be for five (5) years only, retroactive from January 1, 2016 to December 31, 2021, subject however to the option of KC Wonderland Corporation to renew thereafter. ARTICLE III Miscellaneous Provisions Section 1. Payment of Business, Fees and Charges Business taxes, fees and other charges shall be imposed and made payable yearly by the KC Wonderland Corporation to the City Treasurer s Office during the lifetime of this Ordinance and its subsequent renewal. of the business permit to permit to operate with the penalty of imprisonment for one (1) year; The Officers of the juridical persons such as the manager, operator/administrator or any person incharge of the management of the establishment shall be directly responsible for its operation and shall be fined and penalized as that of a natural person. Section 2. Repealing Clause Local Ordinances, Resolutions, Orders, Rules and Regulations and other issuances of the City Government of San Fernando, Pampanga that are inconsistent with this Ordinance are hereby repealed, amended and modified accordingly. Section 3. Separability Provision If for any reasons, any section of this Ordinance, or any portion hereof, or the application of such section or provision, or portion hereof to any person, group or circumstance is declared invalid or unconstitutional. Section 4. Effectivity This Ordinance shall take effect immediately after its approval ADOPTED this 27 th day of January 2016 x...x I hereby certify to the correctness of the foregoing Ordinance adopted by the 5 th Sangguniang Panlungsod of the City of San Fernando, Pampanga during its 132 nd Regular Session held on January 27,2016. ARTICLE IV Miscellaneous Provisions Section 1. Penalty Failure on the part of the KC wonderland Corporation to comply with any or all provisions of this Ordinance shall be meted the following fines and penalties: a. For First Offense Any person, natural or juridical, who violates this Ordinance for the first time shall be fined the amount of Three Thousand (=P= 3,000.00) Pesos and a stern warning of revocation of the business permit to operate and or imposition of the penalty of imprisonment for six (6) months; b. For Second Offense Any person, natural or juridical, who violates this Ordinance for the second time shall be fined the amount of Five Thousand (=P=5,000.00) Pesos and the cancellation AVELINA M. LACANILAO-LAGMAN, DPA Secretary to the Sanggunian ATTESTED TO BE DULY ADOPTED: APPROVED: Date Hon. JAIME T. LAZATIN, DPA City Vice-Mayor & Presiding Officer lynn/spord Hon. EDWIN D. SANTIAGO City Mayor

8 8 Headline Gitnang Luzon FEBRUARY 09, 2016 EXCERPTS FROM THE MINUTES OF THE 132ND REGULAR SESSION OF THE 5TH SANGGUNIANG PANLUNGSOD OF THE CITY OF SAN FERNANDO, PAMPANGA HELD AT CITY SESSION HALL, HEROES HALL, MAGDALENA SUBDIVISION, BARANGAY SAN JUAN, CITY OF SAN FERNANDO, PAMPANGA ON THE 27TH DAY OF JANUARY 2016 PRESENT: Republic of the Philippines PROVINCE OF PAMPANGA CITY OF SAN FERNANDO SANGGUNIANG PANLUNGSOD Hon. JAIME T. LAZATIN... Presiding... Officer Hon. ANGELICA O. HIZON... Member Hon. RALPH DANIEL M. HENSON... Member Hon. NOEL T. TULABUT... Member Hon. BENEDICT JASPER SIMON R. LAGMAN... Member Hon. AYZEL MARI GRACE N. MACALINO... Member Hon. NELSON G. LINGAT... Member Hon. JOSELITO R. OCAMPO... Member Hon. HARVEY A. QUIWA... Member cockpit arenas, on-line gaming and sports betting, bingo parlors, among others; WHEREAS, the ZRIDER, an interactive movie house, a single proprietorship entity duly organized and existing under and virtue of Philippine laws, is one among the many business establishments covered by this Ordinance aforementioned; WHEREAS, the ZRIDER, an interactive movie house, shall operate in the City of San Fernando, Pampanga at the Ground floor of SM, Pampanga, by virtue of a franchise to be granted by the Sanggunian Panlungsod under this Ordinance as mandated by R.A. 7160; which shall be valid for five (5) years ( ); WHEREAS, the ZRIDER, an interactive movie house, has communicated its application/request to the Sangguniang Panlungsod for a local franchise which was referred to the Committee on Entertainment, Games and Amusement which subsequently conducted series of committee hearings and study for the purpose; NOW THERFORE, BE IT ORDAINED by the Sangguniang Panlungsod of City Government of San Fernando, Pampanga, in session assembled, adopts as it hereby adopts the following Ordinance: ARTICLE I Title Hon. CELESTINO S. DIZON... Member Hon. JACKLYN RACHELLE G. CALIMLIM... Member as: Section 1. Title This Ordinance shall be known ON LEAVE: Hon. ANGEL M. WIJANGCO... Ex-Officio Member (LBC Pres.) AN ORDINANCE APPROVING THE APPLICATION FOR A LOCAL FRANCHISE OF ZRIDER, AN INTERACTIVE MOVIE HOUSE, LOCATED AT THE 114 AXI, SM PAMPANGA AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES ABSENT: NONE ORDINANCE NO Sponsor/Author: Honorable Ralph Daniel M. Henson AN ORDINANCE APPROVING THE APPLICATION FOR A LOCAL FRANCHISE OF ZRIDER, AN INTERACTIVE MOVIE HOUSE, LOCATED AT THE 114 AXI, SM PAMPANGA AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES EXPLANATORY NOTE WHEREAS, the City Government of San Fernando, Pampanga has enacted Ordinance No otherwise known as the Games and Amusement Code of the City of San Fernando, Pampanga; WHEREAS, the above-named Ordinance aims to regulate and protect people going and employed in amusement centers, carnivals, fairs, amusement parks, Section 2. Definition of Terms as used in this Ordinance, the following terms shall mean: 2.1 Business refers to trade or commercial activity regularly engaged in as a means of livelihood or with a view of profit; 2.2 Charges refers to a pecuniary liability, as rents or fees against persons or property; 2.3 Tax refers to an enforced contribution usually monetary in form, levied by the law-making body on person and property subject to its jurisdiction for the precise purpose of supporting governmental needs; 2.4 Fee means a charge fixed by law or ordinance for the regulation or inspection of a business or activity, it shall also include charges fixed by law or agency for the services of a public officer in the discharge of his duties; 2.5 Franchise is a right or privilege affected with public interest which is conferred upon private persons or corporation, under such terms and condition as the government and political subdivisions may impose in the interest of the public welfare.

9 FEBRUARY 09, 2016 Headline Gitnang Luzon 9 ARTICLE II Authority to Operate Section 1. Authority to Operate There is hereby granted to the the ZRIDER, an interactive movie house, the exclusive authority (local franchise) to operate at the SM Pampanga, within the territorial jurisdiction of the City of San Fernando, Pampanga. Section 2. Duration of the Authority to Operate The authority to operate herein granted to the ZRIDER, an interactive movie house shall be for five (5) years only, retroactive from January 1, 2016 to December 31, 2021, subject however to the option of KC Wonderland Corporation to renew thereafter. ARTICLE III Miscellaneous Provisions Section 1. Payment of Business, Fees and Charges Business taxes, fees and other charges shall be imposed and made payable yearly by the the ZRIDER, an interactive movie house to the City Treasurer s Office during the lifetime of this Ordinance and its subsequent renewal. Resolutions, Orders, Rules and Regulations and other issuances of the City Government of San Fernando, Pampanga that are inconsistent with this Ordinance are hereby repealed, amended and modified accordingly. Section 3. Separability Provision If for any reasons, any section of this Ordinance, or any portion hereof, or the application of such section or provision, or portion hereof to any person, group or circumstance is declared invalid or unconstitutional. Section 4. Effectivity This Ordinance shall take effect immediately after its approval ADOPTED this 27th day of January 2016 x...x I hereby certify to the correctness of the foregoing Ordinance adopted by the 5th Sangguniang Panlungsod of the City of San Fernando, Pampanga during its 132nd Regular Session held on January 27, ARTICLE IV Miscellaneous Provisions Section 1. Penalty Failure on the part of the the ZRIDER, an interactive movie house to comply with any or all provisions of this Ordinance shall be meted the following fines and penalties: AVELINA M. LACANILAO-LAGMAN, DPA Secretary to the Sanggunian ATTESTED TO BE DULY ADOPTED: For First Offense Any person, natural or juridical, who violates this Ordinance for the first time shall be fined the amount of Three Thousand (=P= 3,000.00) Pesos and a stern warning of revocation of the business permit to operate and or imposition of the penalty of imprisonment for six (6) months; APPROVED: Hon. JAIME T. LAZATIN, DPA City Vice-Mayor & Presiding Officer For Second Offense Any person, natural or juridical, who violates this Ordinance for the second time shall be fined the amount of Five Thousand (=P=5,000.00) Pesos and the cancellation of the business permit to permit to operate with the penalty of imprisonment for one (1) year; The Officers of the juridical persons such as the manager, operator/administrator or any person in-charge of the management of the establishment shall be directly responsible for its operation and shall be fined and penalized as that of a natural person. Hon. EDWIN D. SANTIAGO City Mayor Date lynn/spord Section 2. Repealing Clause Local Ordinances,

10 10ENTERTAINMENT Headline Gitnang Luzon FEBRUARY 09, 2016 PHILIPPINE CHARITY SWEEPSTAKES OFFICE (pcso) lotto results LOTTO GAME COMBINATIONS DRAW DATE JACKPOT WINNERS SSuperlotto 6/ /7/ ,492, Swertres Lotto 11AM /7/2016 4, Swertres Lotto 4PM /7/2016 4, Swertres Lotto 9PM /7/2016 4, EZ2 Lotto 9PM /7/2016 4, EZ2 Lotto 11AM /7/2016 4, EZ2 Lotto 4PM /7/2016 4, Ultra Lotto /7/ ,000, Digit /6/2016 1,129, Swertres Lotto 11AM /6/2016 4, Swertres Lotto 4PM /6/2016 4, Swertres Lotto 9PM /6/2016 4, EZ2 Lotto 9PM /6/2016 4, Lotto 6/ /6/2016 7,088, EZ2 Lotto 11AM /6/2016 4, EZ2 Lotto 4PM /6/2016 4, Grand Lotto /6/ ,000, Megalotto 6/ /5/2016 9,000, Digit /5/ , Swertres Lotto 11AM /5/2016 4, Swertres Lotto 4PM /5/2016 4, Swertres Lotto 9PM /5/2016 4, EZ2 Lotto 9PM /5/2016 4, EZ2 Lotto 11AM /5/2016 4, EZ2 Lotto 4PM /5/2016 4, Ultra Lotto /5/ ,000, LizQuen, magkarelasyong parang hindi naman STILL the same ang sagot ni Enrique Gil nang matanong kung ano na ba ang estado nila ni Liza Soberano ngayong 18 years old na ang ka-loveteam. Matatandaan kasing hinihintay lang ni Enrique na magdebut si Liza para maging girlfriend niya ito. Pero say nga ng young actor, It s still the same. I would say, not like before, I mean, siguro, you know, it develops more. At that point, yung pagiging ano, hindi pa puwede sa ngayon. But you know, there s other priorities we have to prioritize pero we re in a place now na we re so happy. I m happy. You know, I mean, label doesn t really mean anything as long as you guys are so happy, so as MAGIGING last teleserye na para kay Bangs Garcia ang You re My Home sa Kapamilya Network bago siya ikasal sa BF niyang si Lloyd Birthmore, 28 years old, isang property developer na nagmula pa sa London. Wala pang binabanggit na petsa at lugar, but it will be soon. Love at first sight ang nangyari sa kanila ni Lloyd, ayon kay Bangs. Nakita lang niya ako sa Boracay at gumawa siya ng paraan na makilala ako. Ganun din naman ang na-feel ko para sa kanya kaya after that, pina-feel talaga niya sa akin na ako na ang gusto niyang makasama as a wife. Almost a year na pabalik-balik dito si Lloyd mula sa London, hindi lamang para dalawin ako, kundi marami din siyang business na may kinalaman sa kanyang profession. Isinama na rin niya ako sa London to meet his parents. Siyempre, ipinakilala ko na rin long as you re happy, that really matters. Sinegundahan naman ito ni Liza. Masaya po kami na lagi kaming magkatrabaho, it s really good being with him because the foundation of our friendship, sobrang solid. Tapos, yun. I m just happy with what s going on right now, sabi ni Liza. Samantala, halatang pinaghandaan nang husto ang second teleserye ng LizQuen pagkatapos ng napakamatagumpay na unang serye nilang Forevermore. Kung may La Presa ang Forevermore, hinigitan nila ang location dito sa Dolce Amore dahil sa Italy pa Bangs Garcia, ikakasal na siya sa parents ko. He would send me tickets to London whenever I m free from work, kaya, madalas kaming mag-bonding ng family niya. Meanwhile, kapapasok lang ng karakter ni Bangs sa seryeng You re My Home bilang bagong love interest ni JC de Vera. Kasalukuyang magpakalayo-layo si JC bilang Kristian kay Jessy Mendiola bilang Grace kaya siya napunta sa isang Isla kung saan nagtagpo ang kanilang landas. nag-taping sina Liza, Matteo Guidicelli at Cherie Gil ng ilang mga eksena. Bukod dito ay nag-aral pa ng five sessions of Italian lessons si Liza at talaga raw inaral niyang mabuti dahil ayaw niyang mapahiya sa kaeksena niyang si Cherie na as we all know ay isang napakagaling na aktres at first time nakatrabaho ng young actress. Nung nalaman ko na puro Italian ang scenes namin (ni Cherie), sobrang na-intimidate ako kasi ayoko naman na paulit-ulit kami dahil lang sa akin. Ayoko siyang bigyan ng hard time, so I really, really tried hard na maaral yung mga Italian lines, sabi ni Liza. Magsisimula na sa Feb. 15 ang Dolce Amore sa primetime slot ng ABS-CBN. MARAMI ang naniniwala na may special something na sa isa sa hottest loveteams ng bansa na sina James Reid at Nadine Lustre. Magmula nang maging viral sa social media ang litrato ng dalawa sa loob ng eroplano na natutulog habang nakahilig ang ulo ni Nadine sa balikat ni James KathNiel, umaming sila na IN THE mood for love si Daniel Padilla sa thanksgiving presscon ng Pangako Sa Yo para sa pagtatapos ng serye sa Biyernes. Pag dumarating ako sa set namin at nakita ko siya (Kathryn Bernardo) na masaya, buo na ang araw ko, anang Teen King. Pag mukhang hapis naman, nag-aalaala ako. Hindi ako tumitigil hanggang hindi ko siya napapasaya. Iyon ang pangako ko sa kanya. Hindi ako papayag na maging malungkot siya kahit kailan. Ano ang tawag dito? tanong niya sa at magkahawak ng kamay, walang naniniwala na hanggang sa pagiging magkaibigan lamang ang relasyon ng dalawa. In a way, either sila na o magkaibigan pa rin ang turingan, ang mahalaga, maganda ang kanilang chemistry bilang magkalove-team. Pero patuloy pa mga naroon. Love! sigawan siyempre. Alam kong sawa na kayo sa paliguy-ligoy at pasikut-sikot na sagot. Iba na ngayon. Ito na nga ang love!, hindi naitago ni Daniel ang sobra-sobra niyang kaligayahan. Sagot naman ni Kathryn: Sabi ni tita Karla (Mommy ni Daniel), okey naman daw kung ano man ang mayroon kami. I-enjoy daw namin. Pero, lagi pa ring nasa tabi ko ang mom ko to guide us. Kapansin-pansin ang pagiging bloomkathniel... Page 11 JaDine, magkaibigang magkarelasyon ring umaasa ang kanilang mga tagahanga na sana y mauwi sa totohanan ang relasyon ng dalawa. Samantala, kasama na sa napakalaking pamilya ng Bench sina James at Nadine. Makikita ang On The Wings of Love stars sa billboards and print ads for Bench s summer campaign.

11 FEBRUARY 09, 2016 Headline Gitnang Luzon11 arrest order... from Page 1 The libel case stemmed from the complaint filed by Pelayo in connection with the P128-million plunder case filed against him by the accusers as alleged ghost projects he implemented during his incumbency as local chief executive of Candaba. Quezon City RTC Branch 224 Judge Tita Marilyn Payoto-Villordon ordered the arrest of Arnold Canimo, Edgardo de Guzman, Gaudencio Lacanilao, Francisco San Pedro, Lorenzo Catacutan, Romeo Balatbat, Dionisio Pelayo, Freddie Pelayo, Rufino Pabalan, Dionisio Guevarra, Rodolfo Manalili, Jessie Laurente, Danilo Bartolome and Bernardo Santiago. In a two-page order, the RTC Judge denied the motion for judicial determination of probable cause filed by the accused, paving the way for private firm... from Page 1 senate stamp... from Page 2 siem reap... from Page 12 the serving of the warrant of arrests against all of the accused. However, both the Department of Agriculture (DA) and the National Irrigation Administration (NIA) certified that all projects attributed in the plunder complaint against Pelayo have been fully implemented and properly liquidated. They failed to prove their allegations. They cannot provide evidence. Because there was no truth to their accusations as attested by both the DA and the NIA, said Pelayo. islao told Bataan newsmen. The Peninsula Electric Cooperative (PENELCO) will still be the distributor of the electricity that will be generated from the said solar power plant. Morong is also the home of the mothballed Bataan Nuclear Power Plant, the Bataan Refugee Processing Center now called the Bataan Technology Park. Truly it is an honor for PHL- Post to have become part of this celebration. It is but fitting that a stamp will immortalize the achievements of this August body which now have reached its centennial year, Chairman Sarino said. According to the Senate website, the Philippine Legislature, composed of the Philippine Senate and the House of Representatives, was created under the Philippine Autonomy Act, popularly known as the Jones Law, which was passed by the Congress of the United the boat. Killing fields Wat Thmey, one of the Khmer Rouge killing field sites, is situated adjacent to Siem Reap downtown. It serves as a landmark of Pol Pot s cruelty. A brief history -- from Pol Pot s regime to his downfall, is printed on white boards displayed in front of a glass Pagoda. Skeletal remains diligently gathered by local residents in memory of friends and family and villagers who died of unthinkable cruelty are open for public viewing. The site is part of the package and organized tour from different countries across the globe including the Political Harassment Pelayo said the plunder complaint filed against him was nothing but political harassment being orchestrated by his political rival. Pelayo also claimed malice was so evident in the filing of the plunder case against him as his accusers made sure it landed on the newspaper on the day of his son s wedding on March 8, They really want to humiliate me. On the day of my son s wedding, instead of expected festive mood in the event, everyone was asking me of the newspaper article in the Philippine Daily Inquirer (PDI) written by Gil Cabacungan about the plunder case filed against me, Pelayo added. The former mayor added he lost business opportunities as former associates and potential partners avoided him because of the case. If there is someone who could be liable for plunder before, Pelayo said, it should be incumbent mayor Rene Maglanque, who has been charged with plunder before the Ombudsman in Maglanque brags he is untouchable as he Philippines. This isn t just holocaust tourism: many of these visitors are also Buddhists, and the site is the main place in Siem Reap to pay homage and remember those who lost their lives. NIght market, cultural village & amok A wide array of souvenirs including four different faces of Buddha, locally-made garments (made from firstclass silk), fashion jewelry and many more are being sold at the Night Market in Siem Reap downtown. Prices of each item vary from US$1 to US$3, depending on the wares a guest intends to buy. It s totally a run for your money, is a member of the Liberal Party (LP). Maybe it is true as his case had not moved an inch since The Ombudsman is sitting on his case, Pelayo said. Pelayo said he is contemplating on filing a libel case against Maglanque aside from suing him for withholding all his benefits as former Candaba mayor, even if he has all the necessary clearances. I am seriously considering filing a libel case against him (Maglanque), said Pelayo. And that would be on top of the case I would be filing against him for withholding [all benefits] due me as former Candaba mayor, said Pelayo. It s been almost three years already and yet he has not released all the benefits due me and other former Candaba officials, including our terminal leave pay, said Pelayo. job fair... from Page 1 fessional workers. Mayor Edwin EdSa Santiago, joined by Vice Mayor Jimmy Lazatin, Councilor Harvey Quiwa, PESO Manager Donny Sayre, Kaganapan 2016 Chair Alex Magsino, with Vice Chair Robbie Hizon, DoLE Pampanga Labor Employment Office Chief Arlene Tolentino and SM Pampanga Tenant Relations Manager Bernadette Bautista formally launched the event. In his speech, Mayor Santiago stressed that employment is constantly interconnected with education, noting that both are under his 12-point agenda. Gusto po natin kapag nakapagtapos sa pag-aaral ang mga bata, kaagad silang makakakuha ng magandang trabaho, he added. The City Mayor also explained that the activity seeks to give job opportunities not only to Fernandinos but also to those unemployed in the neighboring towns and provinces. Jobseekers from other municipalities such as Masantol, Apalit, Magalang; and provinces like Bulacan, Bataan and Nueva Ecija also participated in the job fair. Out of the 1,112 applicants, more than 80 of them were hired on the spot. PESO Manager Donny Sayre said that job fairs help resolve, mark down the unemployment rate in the city. From 7.8% noong 2014, bumaba sa 6.1% nitong 2015, Sayre explained. In March 1997, the whole town of Morong was proclaimed as Morong Special Economic Zone. Meanwhile in Hermosa town, a private firm also bought a huge property near the Hermosa Economic Zone to build a solar power plant, former Bataan congressman and Bases Conversion Development Authority Chairman Felicito Payumo told this reporter. States and became law on August 29, With independence from America in 1946, the legislature was called the Philippine Congress which shared governmental powers with the executive and the judiciary. The commemorative stamp features the Philippine Flag, the official seal of the Philippine Senate from old to the new centennial logo, forming it into 100 years. PHLPost issued a commemorative stamp to honor or commemorate a place, event or person. It is indeed important that a milestone in Philippine history is recorded and honored with a stamp. PHLPost commissioned Amstar Co. to print 101,000 copies of the stamps, to be sold at P15 each starting February 01, The stamps and official first day cover are now available at the Post Shop, Central Post Office, Door 203, Liwasang Bonifacio, Manila and area post offices nationwide. For inquiries, please call or said a local tour guide. A visit in Seam Reap would not be complete without the taste of local dish amok, fish cooked in coconut milk mixed with herbs and other seasoning and a brief walk at the cultural village, a must see place where Cambodia history is depicted. How to get there? Catch an evening flight from the Ninoy Aquino International Airport (NAIA), fly direct to Siem Reap International Airport and proceed to your hotel. You can choose from five-star, four-star and three-star accommodations. For an organized tour, you can ask local tour operator, preferably Ties That Travel, a competent and nice staff awaits tourists there. check and balance... from Page 4 The former president has suffered so much in detention. Perhaps it s about time to stop treating her as a hate object and take the path to genuine reconciliation. That will not most likely happen with a vengeful heart. Life is like a wheel, you may never know what was coming up in life s up and down motion. When the wheel turns, I am hoping that President Aquino is not under the wheel of misfortune wriggling away from the backlash of karma. Release GMA now. brainwaves... from Page 4 Indeed, all of us are aware how significant the May 9 election is with regard to the current situation of our country. This is why, our responsibility as a voter, to cast our choices on who will become the next leader of this country should not be wasted given the many inconveniences that we experience whenever these national activities are being held. This move to turn malls into voting precincts is a welcome move in encouraging more participation from the registered voters. At the same time, Comelec and all the participating malls must put the security, safety, and even the credibility of the results of the elections into priority to ensure a peaceful and successful 2016 elections. consumer complaints... from Page 3 The certificate should clearly stipulate the duration of the warranty and its terms and conditions to ensure that the consumer is protected by inherent defects of the product, Angeles said. no winner... from Page Meanwhile, 43 lucky bettors won the 2nd Prize worth P34,640, while 2,256 others won the 3rd Prize worth P520. PCSO General Manager Atty. Jose Ferdinand Rojas II said estimated jackpot prize for tonight s draw is P99 million. napolcom... from Page 2 uniformed members of the PNP who meet the minimum qualification standards for examination in terms of rank and eligibility. Applicants are required to submit two recent, colored, and identical 1x1 ID pictures in white background and complete name tag with indicated rank, one legal size window envelope stamp, certified true copy of attested appointment, plantilla appointment or PNP absorption order, and Civil Service Commission eligibility or Professional Regulatory Commission Board Certificate. (PR) ka blas... from Page 2 ndalawang taon nang wala ang Amang namin pero ang aral ng isang masipag, matalino at may malasakit na Ka Blas, hanggang ngayon patuloy na sinusunod kahit ng mga may mataas na katungkulan sa pamahalaan, and with that we are thankful, Susan Ople said. Also part of the celebration were the opening of the exhibits of the Hagonoy Art Group, whom Ople has supported, an essay writing in English language contest held at the Provincial Engineer s Office Conference Room and Extemporaneous Speech in Filipino Competition held at the Nicanor Abelardo Auditorium. 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12 SPECIAL FEATURE VOLUME IV NO. 156 FEBRUARY 09, 2016 TUESDAY Amazing Siem Reap Experience By jess malabanan Magestic Angkor Wat SIEM REAP Tourists flock to this culture-rich place because of three reasons: to experience the beautiful sunset at Pre Rup; to visit the world heritage Angkor Wat; and to cruise along Tonie Sap Lake which links to the historic Mekong River and pay respects to the skeletal remains of Cambodian genocide victims at Wat Thmey, a memorial site showing the dark past of Cambodian history. Night Market Wat Thmey killing fields Angkor Wat, a millenniumold ruins, is situated within the Angkor (archaelogical) Park, an ancient city which is host to more than 500 Hinduism and Buddhism temples, including one where the Hollywood film Tomb Raider, starred by Angelina Jolie aka Lara Croft, was shot. A local tour guide said some 10,000 to 50,000 foreign tourists visit Siem Reap daily, during the peak season (Dec to May), and about 5,000 to 10,000 during lean days. But our main source of livelihood is farming, tourism ranks second. Most of the visitors are Europeans, Americans, Asians and Southeast Asian tourists who come in droves to experience Siem Reap s (Defeat of Thai) unique eco-system. Guests going in and out of the Angkor Park have one and the same comment: A perfect destination because of its historical value. Though visiting Angkor temples requires stamina as one has to trek for several kilometers to reach one temple aside from a steep stairway plus humid temperature of 30 to 36 degees centigrade it was indeed a rewarding experience. Reaching the peak of Angkor Wat is a fulfillment of my dream, said a lady tourist whom I met at the Tara Angkor Hotel, which offers four-star accommodations and situated near the Siem Reap International Airport a few minutes hike to the National Museum. Entrance fee is US$20 per person, non-refundable and nontransferable. Boat adventure at Tonie Sap Lake To reach Tonie Sap from Siem Reap downtown is a 19-kilometer ride either via Tuk-tuk or a rented van where visitors can see the other side of the town and marvel at the beauty of a dumbbell-shape body of water stretching across the northwest of Cambodia. Tonie Sap Lake is the largest fresh-water free-flowing river in Asia. Some 200 species of fish can be found there. A boat adventure on board a wooden motorized banca is a delight. Tall mangrove trees on both opposite sides of the river bank are an added attraction. At the end of the lake is the Floating Village, a community literally afloat and complete with school, commercial area and local government. Some of the floating commercial establishments even have a roof deck where visitors can delightfully see the panoramic view of the entire village. The river cruise starts at the CHung Khneas dock. Guests have to secure tickets before boarding siem reap... PAGE 11 A cruise along Tonie Sap Lake. Bayon Temple