CDOTIMES Vol1 No8

OPS showcase Philippine tourism in photographs

Vol. 1 | No.8 | Cagayan de Oro City | September 26-October 2, 2012

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Photograph taken from the shoreline of Villa Ernesto Phase II, showing Barangay Macabalan, Cagayan de Oro City. Photo by WEWEL SISON, OPS

by SHAUN ALEJANDRAE Y. UY, Editor-in-Chief

Oro Photographic Society members pose after the ribbon-cutting ceremony of the club’s Philippines of the Five Senses photo exhibit (front row L to R) Ian Chan, Matoy Elipe, Cookie Noble, Jaynard Velarmino, (standing L to R) Rolando Gironella, Jr., OPS Past President Luigi Sarraga, Lito Busgano, OPS President Dr. Wewel Sison (center,standing), & Jiva Jimenez (second from right), with City Tourism Chair Ms. Rhea Rita Abalos (fourth from left) Ms. Sharon Travilla - SM City CDO Marketing Manager & Mr. Cons Arce SM City CDO Assistant Mall Manager (fourth & third from right respectively) and Ivy Guantero of SM City CDO (right,standing).

The Oro Photographic Society, Cagayan de Oro’s premiere photography club, currently runs the Philippines of the Five Senses photography exhibit at the SM City Cagayan de Oro in line with the National Tourism Week celebration.

The opening ceremonies kicked-off the exhibition with City Tourism Chair Rhea Rita Abalos gracing the affair, September 21, and will run through the 28th of this month.

OPS lensmen lets us visualize Cagayan de Oro in a different perspective, featuring action images f rom the recent ly concluded Kagay-an Festival and landscapes from all over the Philippines.

Eye-catching vistas give us an inside look into the photographers’ vision of what the Philippines is and how we can help in tourism.

An excerpt from the OPS exhibit note by Jet Agcopra gives us a better view of the concept

of the exhibition. “There is nothing so extra-

interesting about another photo exhibit that showcases tourism in a country so much so that there is nothing unique about it or has anything distinct to that of the countless brochures, calendars, and other promotional materials readily available to everybody who wish to know more about our country. Philippines of the Five Senses is a photo exhibit that will detach us from the generic giving a profound experience with the use of our senses through the photos taken by different photographers of the Oro Photographic Society, Inc. (OPS). In this exhibit you will be introduced to diverse photographic styles and technique of each photographer and their approach towards Philippine Tourism. Each photograph will speak to the viewers and tingle their senses as if they have been transported to the actual place where the picture was taken.”

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Furthermore, Agcopra states: “The Oro Photographic Society does not just aim to promote and sell the tourist attractions and destinations of the Philippines but, the colors, sights and sounds, events, dances, and songs depicted by each photograph seeks to relive the soul of the Philippines even in the

most challenging times. The exhibit does not attempt to detract us from the present political and societal issues of our country but on a personal basis, it sets us to another reality of a more vibrant, lively, and beautiful Philippines, thus, we realize that, even on paper, our country is never black and white.”

The OPS’ Philippines

of the Five Senses is not only an exhibit but is a celebration of art, the collaboration of lensmen who share the same passion, a collective of diverse individuals.

Catch the OPS exhibition at the SM City Cagayan de Oro through September 28, and be dazzled by the amazing array of photographs by CDO’s premiere lensmen.

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The rains have come and along with it, the infectious diseases like dengue brought about by the

deadly Aedes Aegpti mosquito. But as they say, prevention is still the best cure, better than any remedy.

Ever the Helpful Place, ACE Hardware shares with us some tips that will protect your kids and the whole family from this potentially deadly disease.

Keep your home safe and clean. Make it a point to always cover water storage containers in your homes and clean your drainage in and out of the house to prevent the breeding of these dengue-carrying mosquitoes.

Prevent Mosquito Bites. Use mosquito nets at home and apply mosquito repellents. There are Ecolife Citronella anti-mosquito bracelets

and patches and Citronella Flyaway products that have therapeutic benefits for treating fever, colds, flu, as well as soothe aching joints, killing bacteria and strengthening the immune system. Citronella anti-mosquito candles are not only decorative but help keep mosquitoes away; while high tech rechargeable insect swatters track and kill mosquitoes instantly.

Reduce Mosquito Breeding. Make sure all the gutters in your home are cleaned and covered. Baygon anti-dengue mosquito killers sprays and plug in, as well as electronic mosquito killers are also good to use.

Remember that a safe home is a happy home. So keep yourself and the people around you safe and educate them about dengue prevention tips by sharing these tips.

DENGUE PREVENTION TIPS FROM ACE HARDWARE

You can find these items at ACE Hardware in SM City Cagayan de Oro. You may also visit our website at www.acehardware.ph.

These elegantly designed Ecol i fe Citronel la Anti -Mosquito Bracelets are harmless, non-toxic and baby safe. Also long lasting, these can be used within a month after opened.

This Daimaru Rechargeable Insect-Swatter will help you prevent dengue fever or mosquito bites. Has a Blue LED attractant light to lure and kill mosquitoes effectively, as well as a detachable flashlight.

These high-tech Bosco Rechargeable Mosquito Swatters are suitable for use in various places such as households, gardens, restaurants, offices and business establishments.

Keep your house dengue proof with this Daimaru Professional Insect Killer with suction fan.

These Off Insect Repellent Lotions protect your kids and the whole family from insect bites indoor and outdoors.

The Philippines’ largest national flag carrier, Cebu Pacific (PSE:CEB) continues

to expand its extensive route network in the Philippines, with the slated launch of 8 new domestic routes in October 2012.

In line with its vision to promote trade and tourism in the destinations it flies to, CEB holds a seat sale as low as P188 from September 25 to 27, 2012 or until seats last. The domestic seat sale is for travel from October 24, 2012 to January 31, 2013.

P188 seats are up for grabs from Cebu to Coron; from Cagayan de Oro to Bacolod or Zamboanga; from Davao to Butuan or Dipolog; and from Iloilo to General Santos, Puerto Princesa or Tacloban.

“We are very happy to finally provide connectivity and linkages to some of the country’s tourism and trade centers. With CEB’s newest direct flights, passengers can reach their destinations faster compared to buses and ferries, on the same low fares,” said CEB VP for Marketing and Distribution Candice Iyog.

“Similar with our recently launched Davao-Kalibo and Davao-Puerto Princesa flights, we expect to see more first-time flyers on board Cebu Pacific as we expand our network all over the Philippines,” she added.

Passengers can also buy P188

seats from Cebu to Bacolod; and from Cagayan de Oro to Cebu and Iloilo.

CEB also holds a select domestic seat sale ranging from P488 (for Manila-Luzon or Visayas routes), P888 (for leisure routes from Manila), and P1,088 (for Manila-Mindanao routes).

It also holds a seat sale to Greater China, South Korea and Japan for as low as P99. This is for travel from November 1, 2012 to January 31, 2013.

Domestic and international fares are exclusive of check-in baggage, fuel surcharge and country-specific taxes.

For bookings and inquiries, guests can go to www.cebupacificair.com, or call the reservation hotlines (02) 7020-888 or (032) 230-8888. The latest seat sales can also be found on CEB’s official Twitter and Facebook pages.

CEB currently operates 10 Airbus A319, 21 Airbus A320 and 8 ATR-72 500 aircraft. Its fleet of 38 aircraft – with an average age of 3.6 years – is the largest aircraft fleet in the Philippines. Between 2012 and 2021, Cebu Pacific will take delivery of 21 more Airbus A320 and 30 Airbus A321neo aircraft orders. It is slated to begin long-haul services in the 3rd quarter of 2013.

CEB promotes 8 new domestic routes with P188 seat sale

Also holds Greater China, Korea, Japan seat sale as low as P99

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City Mayor Vicente “Dongkoy” Y. Emano and Vice Mayor Caesar Ian E. Acenas (left) checked out the artworks on display beside the new city hall building where the Art Tsada artists decided to kick off their Mobile Art Exhibit. One particular artwork caught the eye of Mayor Emano which was the artist’s rendering of an actual tree in Isla de Oro that saved a lot of lives during the height of the Sendong typhoon last year. The Mayor has ordered for the tree to be fenced and preserved and a marker placed in its vicinity making known its life-saving role during the city’s Sendong ordeal. CIOPHOTO

"Art Tsada” Artist’s Mobile Exhibit Begins at City Hall Experience Europe,

watch CINE EUROPA 15 films at the Rodelsa Hall

I n celebration of 2012 International Day of Peace, the Xavier Center for Culture and the Arts (XCCA) opens the renovated Museo de Oro Exhibit Room No. 1 showing the

ethno-history of Northern Mindanao at Xavier University – Ateneo de Cagayan, September 21, 2012.

The Museo de Oro was inaugurated in 1986 by the late President Corazon Aquino. It has been considered as the “first daughter” of Aga Khan Museum in Marawi City, inaugurated in 1963.

Current museum curator, Dr. Erlinda M. Burton says this year’s renovation was made possible by the help of the University, truly dedicating it to Dr. Francisco Demetrio, S.J., Museo de Oro’s initiator and first curator.

The launching honors the people behind the success of the museum. Misamis Oriental Governor Oscar Moreno describes Fr. Demetrio as silent but effective while XCCA Director Hobart Savior refers Fr. Demetrio as the trailblazer, Dr. Burton as the fire, and the community as the mirror.

Chairman Antonio Montalvan of National Committee on Museums considers the inauguration of the renovation of Museo de Oro as Dr.

Erlinda Burton’s day. He explains, “The museum paradigm is the thesis of the curator who wants a statement to the world.”

Museo de Oro Exhibit Room No. 1 is the first of the three phases of the renovation. Phase one theme is the ethno-history artifacts exhibit dating back in prehistoric and historic eras, from Stone Age to Spanish, Japanese, and American occupation.

The museum is “still the same,” Mr. “Nonoy” Estarte says, except that it adapts now a thematic concept. Mr. Estarte also known as Sir Nonoy is the museum’s assistant curator and resident artist.

Furthermore, the renovation has brought fresh physical changes to the museum. Xavier University student Miguel Dablo remarks, “Tsada siya. It has lighter ambiance and new gadgets.”

Museo de Oro has evidently shown the undying commitment to preserve the cultural heritage of Mindanao. As Mr. Savior says, “the past cannot be exclusive.”

Governor Moreno commends Xavier University’s effort of molding the young and connecting the past, a notion he relates as a government failure with the hope for future ratification.

Museo de Oro launches phase one renovationStory & Photos by Mariel Igot

“The past cannot be exclusive.”

~Hobart Savior


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The Ramon Aboitiz Foundation Inc. (RAFI) Kool Adventure

Camp (KAC) and the 7th Aboitiz Future Leaders Business Summit (AFLBS) organizers intensified its integrated games and initiatives program for the 88 student delegates through the Aboitiz Explore Adventure Challenge last August 16.

The student delegates from 36 colleges and universities in the country visited various areas in Cebu City to have a deeper understanding on the history of the Aboitizes and their business practices, and some historical landmarks in the city while getting to know their fellow participants.

The participants were divided into ten teams and were provided with a map to guide them to checkpoints, where they were given challenge tasks.

Their first challenge was to market condo units in The Persimmon

Plus by creating taglines and other advertising elements. This was followed by a tour inside the Don Ramon Aboitiz House where participants retraced the roots of the Aboitiz business.

Participants then went to the Basilica Minore del Sto. Niño to learn the traditional Sinulog dance. Each member lit a candle and offered intentions for nation-building.

They also lined and paid up bills at the Visayan Electric Company’s (VECO) service center to test and observe the company’s customer service.

The activity culminated with a fellowship dinner at the Casa Gorordo Museum.

This Aboitiz Explore Adventure Challenge served as the pre-summit activity of AFLBS, which was held last August 17–18 at the Radisson Blu Hotel Cebu, with the theme “Significantly Changing My Philippines”.

AFLBS, first held in 2006, is an annual gathering of top business

student leaders aimed at providing them with a renewed and refreshed outlook towards the country. The summit poses a challenge to the Filipino youth to step out of their collegiate mindset, to look into the future, and to aspire to be one of the country’s future leaders in whatever field they plan to pursue, business or otherwise.

The summit featured plenary discussions, games, teambuilding exercises, and real work and business simulations.

KAC is on its sixth year of providing integration and low initiative games and teambuilding exercises for the summit delegates.

KAC is one of the programs under RAFI’s Leadership & Citizenship focus area, where future leaders are nurtured to prepare them to take an active role in affecting change. Other focus areas of RAFI are Integrated Developement, Micro-finance & Entrepreneurship, Culture & Heritage, and Education.

“The training on Broadcasting held last

September 18 at the BWM Media Center in Cagayan de Oro City

has greatly enhanced my knowledge in radio script writing. It also helped a lot in clearing my mind

on how to produce our office’s press releases

for radio.”

- Mery Jul Escalante,Public Information Officer, PGO,

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Business students on adventure challenge

Student delegates brainstorm for strategies to market condo units of The Persimmon Plus in Mabolo, Cebu and (inset) danced the Sinulog during the Aboitiz Explore Adventure Challenge, which gave them the chance to learn not only about the Aboitiz legacy in business but also experience Cebuano culture.

Sam Concepcion is the new endorser of Sun Cellular

S un Cellular welcomes singer-actor Sam Concepcion as one

of its newest endorsers last August 30, 2012. During his contract signing held at Galleria Corporate Center in Quezon City, Sam officially assumed his role to represent the pioneer of Call and Text Unlimited and one of the leading telecommunications companies in the

Philippines. As one of the most

promising stars in the entertainment industry, Sam is definitely a good choice for Sun Cellular. His recent musical comedy movie I Do Bidoo Bidoo which was released last August 29, 2012 garnered high ratings and favorable reviews from official rating bodies and movie critics. Currently, Sam is taping ABS-CBN’s TV show Angelito and

soon, he is set to release a new music album under Universal Records. Multi-talented heartthrob Sam is also the good choice for the network as he embodies the brand Sun Cellular – youthful and energetic.

Along with Sam, two new endorsers of Sun Cellular are college basketball player Kiefer Ravena and young entrepreneur Marco Lobregat.

(from left to right) Associate Vice President for Prepaid Marketing Ina Pineda, Vice President for Prepaid Marketing Joel Lumanlan, Sam Concepcion, and Senior Vice President for Marketing Ricky Peña

Digitel Mobile Phils., Inc. (Sun Cellular) Chief Operating Officer Charles Lim welcomes new endorser Sam Concepcion

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Asking questions to things you do not know is highly encouraged in any field,

so here are some of the most common questions newbies ask about singing. Read through the following questions and answers to help you with your singing.Q: What is Belting?A: Belting is the high energy sound that singers make in pop, musical theater and rock music. It’s yelling on pitch but with more singing tone than yelling.Q: Is Belting bad?A: Belting is not bad if a singer does it right . However Belting is not good for you if you use a heavy chest voice to create the belt sound. Healthy Belting is possible when you take time to work on your speaking voice in preparation for high - energy sounds.Q: What should I do if my voice falls off?A: The following factors can cause the voice to sound less than its best.>Thinking too much about how you sound as you sing makes you nervous> Not getting enough sleep can cause the voice to feel sluggish> Emotions affect the voice, crying can make the vocal cords swell and puffy.When you’re voice is really off after avoiding the causes mentioned above, better seek advice from a voice teacher or voice coach.Q: What’s the difference between the Accompanist, Voice Coach and the Voice Teacher?A: An Accompanist is someone who plays the piano for you to practice singing but doesn’t offer advice on singing technique.The Voice Coach is someone who can play the piano well and gives you tips on singing. Meanwhile, the Voice Teacher is a technique specialist, and may not play the piano so well but makes up for it in knowledge and advice on your technique.Q: If the voice is scratchy, does it indicate the presence of nodes?A: The voice has to be “abused” for a person to get nodes (small calluses that form on the vocal cords). No one can get nodes from yelling for your favorite squad for only one day. Yes, the cords may swell or feel uncomfortable in the following day but you have to abuse your voice longer to develop nodes. Not that we want to for that matter.Q: Do I have to be Big to have a Big voice ?A: Voice size is not related to the “waist line” as a matter of fact, having extra weight around the middle makes it harder to move the body to breathe. The size of the throat and head make a bigger difference in the voice. A wider neck means vocal cords

are longer than someone with a narrow neck. Meanwhile, narrow neck means shorter vocal cords; singers having narrow necks are after the high voice types. Also, larger head means more space for the sound to bounce.Q: What’s the best singing method?A: The best singing method is the one that works best for you. What usually is best depends on your vocal needs and vocal ability. As a singer and voice teacher I’m using both old and new techniques that best suite my voice and my students’.Q: Do I have to sing Italian to sing well?A: Speaking Italian never hurt anyone and can only enhance the singing. Teachers recommend Italian songs because the Italian language contains fewer vowel sounds, making it easy to learn precise vowel production.Q: Can I have a few drinks before the performance to calm my nerves? A: Drinking alcohol and singing is not a good combination. Alcohol dehydrates the body and slows the reaction. Mixing singing and drinking relaxes the small muscles in the throat, in turn loses coordination when the singer tries to multi task during the performance.Q: Why is Eating Ice Cream not good before Singing?A: Ice Cream causes phlegm and mucus to build up. The mucus is thick and makes you want to clear your throat. Drinking water is safe but whether it is cold or not, it depends on you. Experiment with food or drinks before the day of performance so that you know how your throat feels afterward. Do not experiment with food on the day of performance if you don’t want any surprise digestive problems during the show.Q: How long will it take to learn to sing?A: It depends on the aspirant. There are learners who improve fast, there are also others who take so much time that is because of the degree of giftedness, consistency and “teacher” factor. Some learners improve fast because their hearing is very sharp, meaning their is precision in hitting the notes while others are having a difficulty hitting a note due to delay of the brain’s command to the ears. When this happens, the coach or teacher will usually give exercises to speed up the process .Moreove r cons i s t ency in rehearsals also affects the advancement of a singer. The more you practice, the more the ears become sharp, mistakes are minimized and the principles of singing mastered, thus it is only then a singer improves.

Every time I watch movies in theaters,

I am transported into a different world. I enter into a realm beyond my usual world yet undoubtedly so familiar that scenes become snippets of little realizations. Lines and moments evoke emotions that allow me to cry, laugh, run, scream and giggle with the characters on screen.

For the past four years now, I am privileged to take part and experience quality films from European countries in an international festival here in Cagayan de Oro. This opportunity allowed me to watch dozens of films with varied themes and colorful plots. I had the chance to share the pain, hopes and dreams of countless characters from these foreign movies and made me realize that wherever we are in the world, our stories are all the same. We may

differ in the colors of our skin, the languages we use and the scenic backgrounds of our stories but through it all, our common longing for love, survival, power and will to battle all odds remain evident.

Movies have indeed become such a part of our popular culture and lifestyle that it has replaced some traditional entertainment such as reading pocketbooks and comics and listening to soap opera on the radio. Weekly we get bombarded by movies on free TV, cable and malls but what makes these movies in Cine Europa stand out? They are a collection of human emotions, a milieu of experiences expressed in different ways. They are movies that also take a peep on the lives of other cultures and become a gateway for opening our eyes to a world beyond what we see every day thus

making this encounter more enriching and fulfilling.

Tomorrow, September the 27th, I with hundreds of others will once again journey with new characters and embark into new adventures as Cine Europa 15 unfolds its wings once more at Rodelsa Hall of Liceo de Cagayan University. The festival will share anew the many wonderful stories of our humanity. I cannot wait to sit back and relax as the lights flicker onscreen one more time and the stories and cultures of other people are retold right before my very eyes. These movies may not be the usual ones we see in the malls but they are treasures that need to be seen, appreciated and embraced. I for one never thought I would be this excited to watch films spoken mainly in their original language (but with

subtitle, of course) and with names I am vaguely familiar but once I have had a taste of how wonderful it is, I have become a fan. I know of a few more people who have become followers of Cine Europa and never missed a screening. They recounted their experiences with such fervor and vowed to keep coming back for more!

Experiencing Cine Europa first-hand is truly a moment worth remembering so why don’t you join us in this exciting silver screen walk through and enjoy movies one country from another?

(Cine Europa 15 will open tomorrow, September 27 until September 30 at the Rodelsa Hall and will feature 21 critically acclaimed films from 17 European Countries. Admission is FREE. For more details log on to www.facebook.com/rodelsahall)

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WHEN STATISTICS SPEAK by SALVADOR A. AVES, Ph.D, DM.

TRAVERSING THE TOURISM HI-WAY

By: PED T. QUIAMJOT

While I was reviewing the

classic work of George Stigler on the evolution of distribution theory, which has been a landmark in the history of economic thought, I was motivated to write sort of a sequel to my previous article, which focused on Consumer Price Index (CPI). Thus, the centerpiece of this issue is a relevant topic that has something to do with price: the Producer Price Index (PPI).

In his article titled “Some Recent Developments In

The Theory Of Production”, Robert M. Solow of the Massachusetts Institute Of Technology stressed “mainstream economic theory assumes that firms seek to maximize profits. Production theory, then, asks what combination of inputs (known as factors of production) will generate the quantity of output that yields maximum profit.”

On the other hand, we can also relate to the dominant production theory in use today, the transformation theory, which is based on input, process and output

(IPO). According to Koskela “this theory seeks to optimize the entire production phase by optimizing each individual task, assuming that minimizing the effort and cost of each task translates directly to maximum throughput and customer value.”

These theories and the rest of the theories are very interesting and may have many implications. However, what is more interesting is to know what Producers Price Index (PPI) measure and what implications does it offer.

The Producer Price Index (PPI) measures average

changes in prices received by domestic producers for the sale of their output. This is generated by the National Statistics Office through the results of the Producers Price Survey (PPS) conducted nationwide. The survey gathers monthly actual producer prices of selected products included in the market basket.

According to the preliminary results, the Year- on-year growth of the Producer Price Index for the manufacturing sector shows a decline when it slowly decreased

to -0.3 percent in July 2012 from -2.2 percent in June. As indicated in the report, this could be traced to the double –digit decrements posted by furniture and fixtures (-42.6%).The other side of the picture, however, shows six major sectors that posted increases headed by rubber and plastic products.

Looking at a month-on-month growth, the PPI slowly improved to -0.8 percent in July 2012 from -2.0 percent in June 2012. As indicated in the report, Furniture

and fixtures led the eleven sectors with a double-digit downtick recorded at -17.9 percent. On the other hand, five sectors posted increases led by petroleum products (4.5%).

Going back to the concept on input costs… output prices, we can infer that changes in PPIs reflect what actually is occurring with prices charged to buyers from month to month, thereby making PPIs a significant price measurement tool for researchers, policymaking and business purposes.

A SUPREME COURT of the Philippines ruling

ordering a 5-star hotel in Manila to award in damages of P52 Million to the widow and son of a foreign Norwegian guest who was killed then robbed by unidentified assailants inside his hotel room some 13 years ago rocked the hotel industry and calls for a review of the security details and comprehensive programs.

The Supreme Court decision affirmed the earlier findings of the Court of Appeal, which modified the decision of a lower

court. According to the SC, the 5-star hotel is liable due to its own negligence in failing to provide the basic and adequate security measures expected of a 5-star hotel whose omission was the proximate cause of the foreign tourist death.

Hotel security in the lodging industry according to the Supreme Court ruling “is a business imbued with public interest. Catering to the public, hotel keepers are bound to provide not only lodging for their guests but also security to the persons and belongings of their guests. The twin duty constitutes the essence of their business”.

This ruling has potential merit that must be taken positively by any hotel brand and management companies operating in the Philippines. When some local hotel operators in Cagayan de Oro were informed of this SC ruling, it was taken with caution that a similar case in the city would cause the closure of any establishment due to the gravity of the damage awarded.

How to prevent this case to happen is a challenge to encourage among hotel managers to consider these legal measures such as safety programs wherein the physical protection and good

health of guests and employees are covered during the guests visit and every aspect of the facilities operation.

Another is security program, wherein the procedures and activities are designed to protect the property and the guests, employees and its business.

Hotel security is one step ahead from the design and integration with safety in mind. Hotel managers are aware that many facets of public accommodation like hotels, resorts, restaurants, convention halls and clubs are possible targets for criminal

acts and violence. In the hospitality

industry, care is being taken to make these areas more attentive to the needs of safety and security often associated with expense incurred by close circuit TV installations, round the clock security details, general alarm and fire protection system.

Some four years ago, extremists leaving dozens of dead tourist as casualties attacked the Taj Mahal in India. Since 9/11, hotels globally have become frequent target for terrorism and often in the center of civil disruptions. Oakwood Premier at the Makati

business district was put online in the powder keg when the Magdalo soldiers have an uprising in 2004. Manila Peninsula along Ayala Avenue in Makati was a casualty to the Senator Trillanes caper. Thank God, lives were spared with only damage to properties, which took months to repair, and the establishments have to temporarily close inflicting revenue losses.

Who should be assuming risks and liabilities when a country is not on war and when death and damages do not fall under force majeure clauses?

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A n g N a t i o n a l Telecommunications C o m m i s s i o n a y nagbababala sa mga mamamayan na huwag maniwala sa mga natatangap na mga teks na n a g s a s a s a b i n a n a n a l o k a y o , o humihingi ng load at iba pang mga pabor.

A n g m g a i t o ay teks scams at panlilinlang lamang ng mga taong may hindi magandamg mithiin. Ang gusto lamang ng mga

taong gumagawa n i t o a y a n g m a k a p a n l i n l a n g sa kani lang mga kapwa.

Kung kayo po ay makakatanggap ng mga teks na ito ay kaagad pong ireport s a t a n g g a p a n n g N a t i o n a l Telecommunications Commission. Dalhin p o a n g i n y o n g cellphone na kung saan naka save ang mga teks na inaakala niyong teks scam o di kaya ay kopyahing maig i

ang mensahe sa teks sa isang papel at isulat ang inyong address, numero ng telepono, pirmahan at ipadala sa NTC.

I t o p o a y kailangang gawin para maiwasan po na maipablock ang SIM ng s inomang walang kinalaman sa pagpapadala ng teks scam.

A g a r a n p o n g ipapadala ng NTC ang numero ng mga teks scammers sa mga te lco para mablock.

Ang telepon at fax number po ng One Stop Public Assistance Center (OSPAC) ng NTC Regional Office 10 ay (Tel No. 088-8584800 local 101 o 08822-723285 local 101) o (Fax No. 088-8584800 local 103 o 08822-723285 local 103). O sa NTC Central Office (Tel No. 02-926-7722 o Fax No. 02-921-3251).

BABALA SA TEXT SCAMS

In an unprecedented move last year, President Benigno S . Aq u i n o I I I signed Presidential

Proclamation No. 242 on 24 August 2011 declaring the period from September 5 to October .5 of every year as National Teachers’ Month. With the theme, “My Teacher, My Hero”, t h e D e p a r t m e nt o f Educat ion leads the nation in celebrating the National Teachers’ Month with var ious act iv it ies set in the schools and its f ield offices in the different cities, provinces and regions of the country. This wi l l cu lminate in the celebration of World Teachers’ Day on October 5 , 2012 which will be held in Cagayan de Oro City in Mindanao.

T h e c e l e b r a t i o n aims, among others, to highlight the unique r o l e , s e r v i c e a n d c om m it m e nt w h i c h teachers play in guiding families, strengthening c o m m u n i t i e s a n d building the nation as well as express sincere

gratitude for the positive influences of teachers on the Filipinos.

In a Memorandum issued and disseminated two months ago, DepEd Secretary Br. Armin A. Luistro FSC enjoined all schools, including all its district, division and regional of f ices nationwide to celebrate the National Teachers’ Month by following the synchronized programs, projects and activities out l i ne d by D e p E d for implement at ion during the month-long celebration.

One of the simplest gestures to celebrate teachers which Secretary Luistro never fails to promote is to be able to say “thank you” to at least one teacher who has made a difference in a student’s life whether that teacher is retired or currently teaching. Luis t ro a l s o wishes that local TV and radio stat ions around the country participate by allowing their respective anchors, hosts and artists to thank their favorite teachers and mentors.

In a Memorandum

issued two months ago, DepEd is enjoining a l l s ch o ol s an d i t s of f i ces to ce lebrate the National Teachers’ Month following the Synchronized Programs, Projects and Activities su ch a s m obi l i z i ng support of the community a n d c o m m e r c i a l establishments in paying tribute to teachers by encouraging them to give discounts, freebies and special treats and p r o m o s ; f e a t u r i n g stor ies or write-ups on teachers in school papers, websites, social networking sites, local newspapers and national broadsheets; posting of streamers and tarpaulins; and conducting special a c t iv i t i e s t o h on or teachers such contests, parlor games, or cultural performances.

Teachers in public and pr ivate schools in the country are a force to reckon with. Numbering more than 500,000 nat ionwide, they are more than the personnel of the Armed Forces of the Philippines and Philippine National Police combined.

DEPED LEADS NATION IN CELEBRATING NATIONAL TEACHERS’ MONTH

Fil-Chinese Chamber Builds 300 More HousesCity Mayor Vicente “Dongkoy” Y. Emano (5th from right), together with Federation of Fil-Chinese Chambers of Commerce & Industry President Mr. Tan Ching (4th from right) lower down the capsule during the ‘Ground Breaking & Capsule Laying Ceremony’ at Phase 2B – CDORSHP 1 in Sitio Calaanan, Brgy Canitoan last September 21, 2012 where, in partnership with the Habitat for Humanity, 300 additional houses for the Sendong survivors are expected to rise in the next few months. CIOPHOTO

Fil-Chinese Chamber Turns Over 3 More School BuildingsFrom right to left, Federation of Fil-Chinese Chamber of Commerce & Industry, Inc. President Mr. Tan Ching, City Mayor Vicente “Dongkoy” Y. Emano, and Columbia International Food Products, Inc. President Mr. Reynaldo Y. Go jointly cut the ribbon and unveiled the marker during the Turn-over Ceremony of the 3 school buildings built by the federation giving the Pedro “Oloy”: N. Roa Sr. Elem. School 6 more new classrooms. Mr. Reynaldo Y. Go donated these school buildings under the Federation's "Operation Barrio Schools" Project. CIOPHOTO


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City Hall Briefs Team on Emergency & Evacuation Plan. Assistant City Disaster

Risk Reduction Management Officer Eng’r. Armen Cuenca briefs the representatives

from different departments on the ‘City Hall Building Emergency and Evacuation Plan’ drafted by the CDRRMO’s City Hall Disaster Management Team (Chaired by

Atty. Leon Du M. Gan) to augment the level of preparedness of city hall for any

emergency situation, September 21, 2012. CIOPHOTO

In celebration of the Peace Consciousness Month and United Nation’s

International Peace Day, the International Studies program of Liceo de Cagayan University, in partnership with Risale-i Nur Institute and Turkish – Filipino Friendship and Solidarity Association (TUFIFSA), organized an Interfaith Peace Forum at Liceo de Cagayan University, September 20, 2012.

Anchored on the United Nations’ International Day of Peace 2012 theme, “Sustainable Peace for Sustainable Future”, the forum was participated by students of International Studies, Political Science, and several members of the Muslim Students Association (LUMSA) of the University. Three resource speakers from various institutions were invited to share their views regarding peace. Mr. Mehmet Rizal Derindag,

a Visiting Professor for the International Studies in the College of Arts and Sciences of Liceo University and the President of Risale-i Nur

Institute presented the Christian and Muslim Communities in relation to Abraham’s precept. “There are three enemies of humanities: ignorance, poverty, and conflict; to address these there should be education, industry, and unity among mankind,” stressed the speaker.

Prof. Juvanni Caballero of Mindanao State Univeristy- Iligan Institute Technology (MSU – IIT) and Bishop Prof. Quives Origines of Xavier

University (XU) discuss the Historical Aspects of Mindanao Conflicts and Culture of Peace in Mindanao respectively. During the open forum

facilitated by Mr, Jordan Jay C. Antolin, faculty of the College of Arts and Sciences and a peace advocate himself, several significant questions were raised by participants specifically on the role of the youth in promoting the culture of peace in Mindanao.

The activity aimed to provide the students with awareness in promoting sustainable peace. More so, it is hopes to enlighten the minds of the students

regarding the value of respect despite religious differences.

“The topics provided by the speaker are interesting; the speakers are very efficient in conveying the topics to us,” exclaimed Kres Tony Atay, a Political Science alumnus. “It is an eye opener to the students on issues concerning peace,” added Gayle T. Salalima, one of the student organizers.

Mr. Reynaldo J. Sual, the chairperson of the Social Sciences Department, concluded the forum with a challenge for educators to teach the value of peace and understanding. Additionally, a community singing was led by Ms. Angelie S. Azcuna, the international Studies coordinator of the University. The song entitled, “We are Unity”, to some extent, evoked the students’ desire in attaining unity and promoting peace.

City Mayor Vicente “Dongkoy” Y. Emano (center) and Vice Mayor Caesar Ian E. Acenas (left) receive an artwork from Ms. Cherry Marigold Ramos Garrido (right) during the flag raising ceremony held at the City Hall, September 24, 2012. The ‘Art Tsada’ artists donated several artworks to the City Government and urged other Kagay-anon artists to come out and join them in their effort to put the Kagay-anon Art brand in the art world map. CIOPHOTO

‘Art Tsada’ Artists Donate Artworks to City Government Liceo U holds Peace Assembly

By April Rose R. Villamor, AB-Political Science 3, Liceo U

“There are three enemies of humanities: ignorance, poverty, and conflict; to address these there should be education, industry, and unity among mankind...”

EARTHQUAKE, TSUNAMI, VOLCANOES - Regional OIC Marcial Labininay of the Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology (PhiVolcs) shares vital information on earthquakes, tsunami and volcanic hazards. This, during the media forum at the Regional Development Council (RDC-10) conference room. (photo by Justin M. Llano/asf)

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HEALTH IN FOCUSBy: Dr. Mary Jean Loreche

WEEKENDS HEALTHY MEALS SPECIALBy: Riza Ares

It i s i m p o r t a n t t o u n d e r s t a n d t h a t resistance does not happen by accident. Even the healthcare

provider may be an instrument to its occurrence by giving the wrong prescription, or the wrong dosage and length of time of treatment.

The use of poor quality drugs is also contributory to the emergence of drug resistance. A wrong diagnosis, which can lead to the inappropriate drug regimen, add to this, the patients’ non compliance and bingo! You got yourself a big problem.

Patients or persons with MDR TB will present the same way as that of the classical TB (which is the TB we know of that responds to the usual Rifampicin/ Isoniazid drug regimen). Cough that may or may not be productive of phlegm, which has been present for more than 3 months, night sweats, low grade fever which is more commonly noticed early evenings, loss of appetite, weight loss, weakness, and hemoptysis (blood tinged sputum), shortness of breath

and chest pains. Should the microorganism spread to other organs outside of the lungs, then, there may be other manifestations related to the body part that is involved. It is through a thorough history taking, eliciting the information of both previous exposure and treatment to TB, or to persons diagnosed with MDR TB, that will alert the Clinician Friend to consider the high possibility of an MDR TB.

TB is a preventable disease. Children immunized with BCG are afforded protection but in adults, the giving of the vaccine offers very limited protection. Thus, having an early, accurate diagnosis is pivotal to the management of the disease. Chest X Ray, sputum microscopy (done twice on separate occasions), PPD (skin testing for tuberculin). Should one want to request for a definitive diagnosis, and then an In Vitro Drug susceptibility testing may be performed. Results may be out within 3 to 6 weeks.

Unlike other diseases where treatment sometimes

is only supportive or palliative in nature, in Tuberculosis, the goal of management is to cure the infection. Recent years has come up with new improvements and strategies in order to achieve better results with the management and handling of Tuberculosis.

The Directly Observed Therapy (DOTS) program where the infected person undergoing treatment is visited by a health care provider to ensure compliance, plus the training of the microscopists to get better yields of the bacilli in the sputum analysis, will play major roles in curbing the rise in numbers of affected individuals. The impact in terms of economic loss as well as spread of the disease should encourage all stakeholders to do their share of the burden.

A clinical eye, and the conscient ious taking of history, is a sure guide to help in diagnosing MDR TB. The accuracy of giving a name to that faceless illness will help minimize the cycle of losing more lives, save on cost of treatment, quality and improved productive citizens.

We always welcome and look forward to our weekends especially during Sundays, it’s the

day that we’re going to bond and celebrate the mass. There’s a saying that the family prays together will stay together.

It is the only time everyone gets together. Since we all are working, thus we call it our week-end mini-reunions. We go to such length to show our love and appreciation to our family, that most of the time we wanted to please them in every way. That’s why we’re always looking for delicious and exciting new recipes to impress them with our cooking skills. You could be a chef to your own family.

As we want our Sunday meals to be more enjoyable and with hearty dishes like Adobong Sugpo sa Taba ng Talangka ( Stewed prawns in crabfat sauce) , Kare-Kareng Oxtail in Peanut Sauce, that taste so good, everyone will go for a second helpings, note that if you don’t want to use rice flour, you can substitute it with corn starch.

We are going to bring you these recipes not only “gourmet” in appeal but are also easy to prepare.

Enjoy creating these recipes as you attain good health and wellness in your lifestyle. Enjoy the weekend with your family and friends.

“We are what we eat” is a worn-out cliché. As simple as it may sound, but it has become difficult for us to make wise decisions concerning our diet, especially when our days are packed.

One of the health diseases that our d iet could be a contributing factor of is cancer. Cancer is the third leading cause of death in the country. Often, we equate cancer with helplessness and death but the truth is, cancer can be prevented and the first step is to adopt a healthy diet.

C a n c e r d e v e l o p m e n t depends on family history (genetics), health, nutrition, personal habi ts, and the environment. But among these causes, healthy diet tops the list in cancer prevention. What we take in for everyday nourishment is the major key to a healthy life.

Nowadays, we mostly eat fatty food like pork and chicken skin, which can increase risk of cancer. Our bodies require a certain amount of fat but an excess of it can be harmful to the body. A high-fat diet tends to be higher in calories and may increase the risk to become overweight or obese, and develop cancer.

We should eat food that are rich in antioxidants such as fruits and vegetables, for they lower the risk of developing cancer. Antioxidants act as protective agents of the cells in the body. Foods rich in Vitamin D and protein also aid in blocking cancer-causing chemicals.

Cancers that are linked to certain habits are the easiest ways to prevent, such as those caused by tobacco or cigarette smoking.

We all know that cigarette smoking is the leading cause of

cancer. A cigarette contains 100 chemicals and most of them are carcinogenic or cancer-causing.

Also, we should be aware of “secondhand smoke” because there are more carcinogenic chemicals present upon our inhalation. When our bodies are exposed to these carcinogens, our body cells are damaged to a certain extent and their normal function affected.

Alcohol beverages must be taken in moderation. Our alcohol consumption can significantly expose us to acquiring several types of cancer―lung, throat, mouth, and liver cancer.

In prevent ing cancer , a healthy diet and lifestyle should be coupled with early detection of the disease. Some of the symptoms of cancer do not appear in the early stage. Regular screenings and checkups enable us to be updated on any irregularities happening in our bodies. These can help us in detecting any health diseases at an early stage.

Women should do monthly breast self-examination (BSE) for early detection of lumps surrounding the breasts. Women 40 years old and up should undergo annual clinical breast examination, especially those who have a family history of such type of cancer.

Childhood cancer, however, cannot be prevented.

The reality is, as more and more children are diagnosed and will likely survive with cancer, it is increasingly important to address ongoing and emerging needs of the child and their family to achieve complete and long-term healing.

In Metro Cebu, the Eduardo J. Aboit iz Cancer Center

(EJACC) of Ramon Aboitiz Foundation Inc. (RAFI) offer services for cancer prevention. These include lectures on cancer-related topics and free screenings and diagnostics for patients in Cebu. It also provides assistance for treatment of cancer in early stages and last cycle of chemotherapy treatment, as well as psycho-social support.

EJACC also offer services such as mammography, biopsy, and other tumor markers to help in the early detection of cancer, surgical assistance for our patients in the early stages of cancer, and post-operative follow-ups.

Through the Kahayag Network of Cancer Support Groups, cancer pat ien ts and survivors are offered p s y c h o l o g i c a l s u p p o r t , through activities like cooking demos, fitness programs, and meditation.

The need of patients for understanding in their struggles they have been through requires the full attention of the family. Thus, family members should provide an environment where the patient can express his/her ill-feelings and uncertainties.

A network among cancer patients and survivors is our way of promoting the idea that even people afflicted with the disease can live normal and healthy lives.

EJACC urges the public to fight against the disease through healthy living, early detection, and other preventive measures. (Ronald delos Reyes, program coordinator of Ramon Aboitiz Foundation Inc.’s Eduardo J. Aboitiz Cancer Center)

1 piece ox tail, use middle portion,approximately 30 cm length 2.5 tbsp minced garlic 175 g onions, quartered2 tsp freshly ground pepper3 bay leaves400 g banana hearts, quartered 100 g string beans, cut into 5 cm lengths2 large eggplants, cut diagonally 250 g pechay (Chinese cabbage)3 tbsp annato oil1 small onion, chopped3 large tomatoes,peeled, seeded and chopped 125 g rice flour, toasted 125 g peanuts, toasted and ground

Place the oxtail, 1.5 tbsp garlic, the onion, peppercorns and bay leaves in a large pot and add sufficient water to cover, then bring to the boil and cook until the meat is tender, approximately 4-5 hours. Strain the liquid into a fresh container and set aside.

Keep meat warm in the pot.

Heat the annato oil in a casserole and saute the onion, tomato and remaining garlic for 3-4 minutes, then add the reserved liquid and bring to the boil. Add the banana heart and cook for 5 minutes, then add the beans, eggplant and cabbage. Cook for a further 5 minutes, then remove vegetables from the casserole and set aside.

While still warm, debone the oxtail, cutting lengthwise, and stuff with some vegetables. Roll tightly into a cylinder and wrap in plastic film, then cover with aluminum foil and chill in the refrigerator.

Add the rice flour and ground peanuts to the liquid in the casserole and bring to boiling point, stirring continuously until the sauce reaches a thick, but flowing consistency. Keep hot.

Unwrap and slice the oxtail. Reheat in a steamer and arrange on a large serving platter. Surround with vegetables and top with the thick sauce. Serve with a side dish of sauteed shrimp paste.

1.5 kilos red lapu-lapu (grouper)1 tbsp sea salt1 tsp freshly ground pepper1 tbsp fresh calamansi juice30 g leeks, julienned20 g ginger, julienned150 g mayonnaise

Garnish:4 hard boiled eggs, whites and yolks chopped separately100 g boiled carrots,

finely chopped 100 g pickle relish, chopped5 t b s p c h o p p e d parsley

Clean and scale the fish and season with salt, pepper and calamansi juice.

Top the fish with leek and ginger and cook in a

steamer for 20-25 minutes. Set aside to cool, then chill in the refrigerator.

W h e n r e a d y to ser ve, remove the skin from the fish, arrange on a platter, coat evenly with mayonnaise and garnish with alternating layers

of egg, carrot, relish and

parsley.

KARE-KARENG BUNTOT (oxtail in peanut annato sauce)

LAPU LAPU EN MAYONESA (steamed garoupa with mayonnaise)

The Positive Side of Suspicion(2nd of Two Parts)

Nutrition and cancer

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What pops to your mind when you hear the word “magic”? A trick? Unrealistic? Illusions? Product of a magician’s broad imagination? A wild dream? Oh! I’m pretty sure I hit one of those, right? Whatever description you can think of about magic, one thing is for sure, it all feels a little like a fairy tale, but this fairy tale is real.

Personally, I do have a high regard to the magicians. It’s like I’m astounded every time I see them perform. Well, I often see them on television but the first time I saw a magician performing right in front of me, oh, one word—amazing. It was like “Hey Christine, close your mouth!” And what makes it more amazing is that a Kagay-anon was the one who showed me his magic tricks and that he is nationally acclaimed, ladies and gentlemen, a warm welcome to 25-year old Reuben Rafael Lardizabal.

That “magician” thingAs they say to create a magical

world out of nothing, it requires great powers of imagination and Reuben possesses those. Had did not think of becoming a magician because he is BS Biology graduate of Xavier University- Ateneo de Cagayan. From chemical laboratories to the world of magic? Incredible right? “It’s too far from my degree but I’m happy doing it”, Reuben shared.

For three years now, Reuben has joined magic exhibitions and competitions in the country and

got recognitions particularly in the recently concluded 9th Asian Magic Association (AMA) Convention in Davao City wherein he got a Special Award among others. The AMA was graced by internationally renowned magicians from Hong Kong, Thailand, Malaysia, Indonesia, and France. Reuben is a member of Inner Magic Club, Manila and the president of Inner Society of Magic, Cagayan de Oro.

“It’s not easy actually”, he shared. Reuben has to practice every day to ensure accuracy and consistency in his magic tricks. “Yes, when I wake up, I do it especially the card tricks, it’s quite difficult”. It does require patience and hard work to perform tricks according to their (magicians) will. Indeed it is not easy.

Reuben has a fish cage and bangus business also but this does not alienate him from his passion for magic. He makes sure that he will do a trick a day or a trick a week. It then depends upon him as to what area is to be improved.

“Practice every now and then and keep the magic secret. Remember, to discover new magic, new techniques, you must have a wide imagination and patience. Practice, practice, and practice. It is not learnt overnight anyway.”

Now, Reuben performs for special occasions like birthday parties, anniversaries, company gatherings and many others. If you want to be amazed, you now know whom to call.

Into the world of magic(A glimpse of a magician’s breath)

a feature by Christine H. Cabiasa

*******“Magic is believing in yourself, if you can do

that, you can make anything happen”~~ Johann Wolfgang von Goethe

Photos by MARIEL IGOT

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GROUNDBREAKING & TURN-OVER CEREMONIESPriority Development Assistance Funds of Congressman Rufus B. Rodriguez

2nd Congressional District, Cagayan de Oro City. 23 Projects amounting to P170M.

Turn-over Ceremony of rehabilitation of South Divisoria, RN Abejuela -Tiano St., CDOC amounting to Php 8,931,225.06. Ribbon cutting led by Cong. Rufus B. Rodriquez (4th from right) with Barangay Chairman Mario A. Eronico (5th from right), DPWH OIC Assistant District Engineer Cesar M. Hipona, Jr. (2nd from right) and DPWH 2nd District Engineer Allan S. Borromeo (3rd from right).

Construction of Slope Protection along Butuan City-CDOC-Iligan City Road, Alae-Bugo Section, Zone 4|Brgy. Bugo, Cag. de Oro, amounting to Php 14,102,000.00, with Barangay Chairman Raul Alleria.

Construction/Repair of Road 96 meters of Blk. 6, Lot 11 Road Villa Trinitas Bugo, CDO. Amounting to Php 2M.

Turn Over Ceremony of Rehabilitation/Reconstruction/Upgrading of Damaged Paved Management System/HDM-4, Sayre Highway, Brgy. Puerto, CDO amounting to Php 4,013,772.47.

Groundbreaking C e r e m o n y o f Const. of Slope Protection along Butuan City – CDO – Iligan City Road Brgy. Agusan, CDOC amounting to Php 11,565,000.00.Laying of Time Capsule led by Cong. Rufus B. Rodriquez, with Barangay Chairman Marvin Gontiñas

Concreting of Farm to Market Road Purok 0, Brgy. Tablon - 126meters amounting to Php2,740,277.78. Time capsule laying led by Cong. Rodriguez and the Barangay Council of Tablon.

Construction/Repair of Road Purok 4 Brgy Tablon amounting to Php 2M.

Construction/Repair of Roads Corner to Corner 100meters leading to Sacred Heart Academy School Brgy. Bugo, CDO amounting to Php 2,000.000.00. Laying of Time Capsule to be led by (3rd from the left) Hon. Rufus B. Rodriguez, Congressman of 2nd District-CDO with School Principal of Sacred Heart Academy School Sister Conception T. Peresan-RSM, Barangay Chairman Raul Alleria with barangay kagawads as witnesses together with the pupils of Sacred Heart Academy School.

Ribbon cutting led by Cong. Rufus B. Rodriquez (4th from the left) with officials of Barangay Puerto and 2nd Districts with DPWH officers.

Photos by: S.Uy, J.Llano & R. Paglinawan

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