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By Therese Romaine Nalangan Rustia
IV-Michael Faraday
Together with the Aquino family and members of the August Twenty-One Movement, the Makati City Government honored the 25th death anniversary of Benigno “Ninoy” Aquino Jr last Aug 21.
Held at the Ninoy Aquino statue at the intersection of Ayala Avenue and Paseo de Roxas Avenue, City Mayor Jejomar Cabauatan Binay conducted a wreath laying ceremony in remembrance of the great senator that had awakened the spirits of thousands of Filipino people to go against Marcos’ regimen 25 years ago.
The city mayor said, “A quarter of a century ago, Ninoy sacrificed his life to show the world that the Filipino is worth dying for. Now, it is our turn to honor his sacrifice and prove that indeed, we are a people worth such an act of martyrdom.”
With a solemn voice and the desire to uplift those who were listening to him, City Mayor Binay also said that, “This is a time when we need heroes to look up to, whose leadership and courage inspire people. Ninoy reminds us of the heroism that is in all Filipinos. During these trying times, may his memory help rekindle in us that ardent patriotism that had once brought us together as one people and one nation.”
*Article is based from an article in the Makati Mirror, August 2008.
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Sunday, November 2, 2008
MAKATI ALLOTS BUDGET FOR CITY'S SENIOR CITIZENS
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By Therese Romaine Nalangan Rustia
IV-Michael Faraday
Last year, the Makati City Government has allotted PhP96, 856, 000 for its programs for the elderly.
This year, they now have a total budget of PhP102, 634, 164.50 for the city’s senior citizens.
Having innovative programs for almost 50, 000 senior citizens, Makati gives privileges to the elderly.
A few of these programs are the free movies in all cinemas around the city which began in 2001; the “Harana kay Lolo at Lola” which is a serenade to all senior birthday celebrants together with a birthday or wedding anniversary cake; and the “Lakbay Saya ni Lolo at Lola” which takes senior citizens on tours around and outside Metro Manila.
Aside from that, BLU card holders are also given an annual cash of PhP2, 000, which is every May and December and beneficiaries of the card holders will receive PhP3, 000 for financial assistance upon their death.
Mayor Jejomar Cabauatan Binay of Makati said that these privileges are a way to give back to those senior citizens who have done much for Makati.
By Therese Romaine Nalangan Rustia
IV-Michael Faraday
Last year, the Makati City Government has allotted PhP96, 856, 000 for its programs for the elderly.
This year, they now have a total budget of PhP102, 634, 164.50 for the city’s senior citizens.
Having innovative programs for almost 50, 000 senior citizens, Makati gives privileges to the elderly.
A few of these programs are the free movies in all cinemas around the city which began in 2001; the “Harana kay Lolo at Lola” which is a serenade to all senior birthday celebrants together with a birthday or wedding anniversary cake; and the “Lakbay Saya ni Lolo at Lola” which takes senior citizens on tours around and outside Metro Manila.
Aside from that, BLU card holders are also given an annual cash of PhP2, 000, which is every May and December and beneficiaries of the card holders will receive PhP3, 000 for financial assistance upon their death.
Mayor Jejomar Cabauatan Binay of Makati said that these privileges are a way to give back to those senior citizens who have done much for Makati.
GOVERNMENT MONITORS PRODUCTS IMPORTED FROM CHINA
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By Therese Romaine Nalangan Rustia
IV-Michael Faraday
In a cabinet meeting, President Gloria Macapagal-Arroyo ordered officials to close establishments that import and sell milk and dairy products imported from China.
After a briefing led by Health Secretary Francisco _____ Duque III on the latest developments in melamine scare, the President issued the said order.
According to him, President Arroyo wants to assure the protection of Filipino consumers against contaminated milk products.
Presently, Chinese milk products have also been banned from other importing countries even though the government of China has done investigations on all milk manufacturing companies that used melamine.
In reports, more than 50,000 Chinese babies have become sick after the intake of the contaminated infant formula which triggered a global food safety crisis.
Because of this, the Philippine government prohibited the entry of any milk products from China.
After testing 30 dairy products, the Bureau of Food and Drugs (BFAD) have found two having signs of melamine.
Duque said that announcements would be made after the screening of all products is finished.
Many officials suggest that BFAD should also test a variety of imported products such as drugs and other food to ensure the quality of the products.
By Therese Romaine Nalangan Rustia
IV-Michael Faraday
In a cabinet meeting, President Gloria Macapagal-Arroyo ordered officials to close establishments that import and sell milk and dairy products imported from China.
After a briefing led by Health Secretary Francisco _____ Duque III on the latest developments in melamine scare, the President issued the said order.
According to him, President Arroyo wants to assure the protection of Filipino consumers against contaminated milk products.
Presently, Chinese milk products have also been banned from other importing countries even though the government of China has done investigations on all milk manufacturing companies that used melamine.
In reports, more than 50,000 Chinese babies have become sick after the intake of the contaminated infant formula which triggered a global food safety crisis.
Because of this, the Philippine government prohibited the entry of any milk products from China.
After testing 30 dairy products, the Bureau of Food and Drugs (BFAD) have found two having signs of melamine.
Duque said that announcements would be made after the screening of all products is finished.
Many officials suggest that BFAD should also test a variety of imported products such as drugs and other food to ensure the quality of the products.
Saturday, November 1, 2008
DEPED AIMS TO PROMOTE READING IN PUBLIC SCHOOLS
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By Therese Romaine Nalangan Rustia
IV-Michael Faraday
Also called as library hubs, the book distribution centers were built by the Department of Education (Deped) to provide reading materials to 43,000 public schools.
According to officials, 35 out of the 105 library hubs were funded and supported by local government executives.
Taken from the savings of the department, PhP170 million worth of storybooks were purchased to be distributed to the different centers.
Aside from that, Php50 million was also spent for the renovation of some buildings to serve as libraries.
Functioning as a “warehouse and wholesale distribution center”, the hubs are exclusively for public elementary and high schools.
For easy circulation, the supplementary reading materials were sorted according to the subject area and placed in plastic bins.
Education Secretary Jesli ____ Lapus said that the Department of Education is determined to promote reading among public high school students and that through their project; they have distribution points that would guarantee access to the books.
By Therese Romaine Nalangan Rustia
IV-Michael Faraday
Also called as library hubs, the book distribution centers were built by the Department of Education (Deped) to provide reading materials to 43,000 public schools.
According to officials, 35 out of the 105 library hubs were funded and supported by local government executives.
Taken from the savings of the department, PhP170 million worth of storybooks were purchased to be distributed to the different centers.
Aside from that, Php50 million was also spent for the renovation of some buildings to serve as libraries.
Functioning as a “warehouse and wholesale distribution center”, the hubs are exclusively for public elementary and high schools.
For easy circulation, the supplementary reading materials were sorted according to the subject area and placed in plastic bins.
Education Secretary Jesli ____ Lapus said that the Department of Education is determined to promote reading among public high school students and that through their project; they have distribution points that would guarantee access to the books.
DBB CONSIDERS RESUMING DRUG ABUSE ED FOR STUDENTS
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By Therese Romaine Nalangan Rustia
IV-Michael Faraday
In order to prevent the use of illegal drugs, the Dangerous Drugs Board (DDB) wants to revive their programs which educate elementary students about the effects of drugs.
Vicente “Tito” _____ Sotto III, Dangerous Drugs Board chairman, said that the program would help their campaign against dangerous drugs as it also builds a closer link between the police and the youth.
With the program, the police would give a discourse to fifth and sixth graders about the dangers and problems involving abuse and trade of illegal drugs.
Police Director General Jesus _____ Verzosa agrees with the program and is very cooperative with the promotion of the campaign.
Apart from the drug abuse education program, Sotto also wants to use sports and livelihood as a means for [drug] pushers to be productive and earn money without selling illegal drugs.
By Therese Romaine Nalangan Rustia
IV-Michael Faraday
In order to prevent the use of illegal drugs, the Dangerous Drugs Board (DDB) wants to revive their programs which educate elementary students about the effects of drugs.
Vicente “Tito” _____ Sotto III, Dangerous Drugs Board chairman, said that the program would help their campaign against dangerous drugs as it also builds a closer link between the police and the youth.
With the program, the police would give a discourse to fifth and sixth graders about the dangers and problems involving abuse and trade of illegal drugs.
Police Director General Jesus _____ Verzosa agrees with the program and is very cooperative with the promotion of the campaign.
Apart from the drug abuse education program, Sotto also wants to use sports and livelihood as a means for [drug] pushers to be productive and earn money without selling illegal drugs.
IMMIGRATION OFFICER IN HOT WATER; 17 MINORS RESCUED FROM HUMAN SMUGGLING
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By Zatia Denise Danao Gammad
IV-Madame Marie Curie
The National Bureau of Investigation (NBI) collared two members of a human smuggling syndicate while escorting 17 female minors about to depart for Jordan and Syria last Tuesday night, 16 Sept 2008.
The NBI operation conducted was without coordination with airport officials due to information that an insider was serving as the syndicate’s contact. Agents of NBI received tips regarding the Middle East-bound minors who were escorted and given instructions by “Teng” and “Toni” to proceed to the booth of Immigration Officer Mindaya Ombawa.
Teng and Toni were later discovered to be Ombawa’s relatives. Ombawa is an Immigration officer assigned at NAIA I yet found time to operate in NAIA 3.
The passengers were about to board the flight for Jordan and Syria when NBI agents rounded them up. Teng and Toni fled immediately but caught later in Ombawa’s car pursued by the NBI agents.
Ombawa is now suspended from reporting to work at NAIA pending investigation and has been recalled to report back to the BI Main Office.
By Zatia Denise Danao Gammad
IV-Madame Marie Curie
The National Bureau of Investigation (NBI) collared two members of a human smuggling syndicate while escorting 17 female minors about to depart for Jordan and Syria last Tuesday night, 16 Sept 2008.
The NBI operation conducted was without coordination with airport officials due to information that an insider was serving as the syndicate’s contact. Agents of NBI received tips regarding the Middle East-bound minors who were escorted and given instructions by “Teng” and “Toni” to proceed to the booth of Immigration Officer Mindaya Ombawa.
Teng and Toni were later discovered to be Ombawa’s relatives. Ombawa is an Immigration officer assigned at NAIA I yet found time to operate in NAIA 3.
The passengers were about to board the flight for Jordan and Syria when NBI agents rounded them up. Teng and Toni fled immediately but caught later in Ombawa’s car pursued by the NBI agents.
Ombawa is now suspended from reporting to work at NAIA pending investigation and has been recalled to report back to the BI Main Office.
NINA DAMAGES 57 HOUSES AND P468T AGRICULTURAL PRODUCTS
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By Zatia Denise Danao Gammad
IV-Madame Marie Curie
As a result of the devastation brought by Typhoon Nina in the Cordillera, approximately 57 houses were totally destroyed in Baguio City and Benguet, and the same number of houses partially damaged in Baguio, Benguet and Apayao due to landslides and flooding in the past days. About P119,000 worth of agricultural crops and P349,000 in fisheries were likewise destroyed in Benguet, Mountain Province, and Apayao
According to the Cordillera Regional Disaster Coordinating Council (CRDCC), 1,030 individuals belonging to 205 families were adversely displaced by the tropical storm when it hit northern Luzon last September 22 and 23.
In Mt. Province alone, an estimated P84,000 of agricultural crops was washed away by strong winds and P35,000 either got eroded, flooded or rotted away.
As to damage to fisheries, in Apayao alone, approximately P141,000 was damaged by overflowing in the barangays of Imelda, Swan and Alem in the town of Pudtol; P63,000 was flooded in the barangays of Malayugan, Baluyan, Sta. Maria, San Jose, Malubibit, Tamalunog, Lower Atoc and Bagutong in the municipality of Flora; P56,000 was also flooded in barangays Panay, San Antonio, Marcela and Malekeg in the town of Sta. Marcela; while another P48,000 was also flooded in the barangays of Capagaypayan, San Sebastian, Tumog, San Isidro, San Francisco, Zumigui and Lappa in the municipality of Luna.
By Zatia Denise Danao Gammad
IV-Madame Marie Curie
As a result of the devastation brought by Typhoon Nina in the Cordillera, approximately 57 houses were totally destroyed in Baguio City and Benguet, and the same number of houses partially damaged in Baguio, Benguet and Apayao due to landslides and flooding in the past days. About P119,000 worth of agricultural crops and P349,000 in fisheries were likewise destroyed in Benguet, Mountain Province, and Apayao
According to the Cordillera Regional Disaster Coordinating Council (CRDCC), 1,030 individuals belonging to 205 families were adversely displaced by the tropical storm when it hit northern Luzon last September 22 and 23.
In Mt. Province alone, an estimated P84,000 of agricultural crops was washed away by strong winds and P35,000 either got eroded, flooded or rotted away.
As to damage to fisheries, in Apayao alone, approximately P141,000 was damaged by overflowing in the barangays of Imelda, Swan and Alem in the town of Pudtol; P63,000 was flooded in the barangays of Malayugan, Baluyan, Sta. Maria, San Jose, Malubibit, Tamalunog, Lower Atoc and Bagutong in the municipality of Flora; P56,000 was also flooded in barangays Panay, San Antonio, Marcela and Malekeg in the town of Sta. Marcela; while another P48,000 was also flooded in the barangays of Capagaypayan, San Sebastian, Tumog, San Isidro, San Francisco, Zumigui and Lappa in the municipality of Luna.
Tuesday, September 2, 2008
PHILIPPINES AS THE TEXT CAPITAL OF THE WORLD
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By Zatia Denise Danao Gammad
IV-Madame Marie Curie
For a country not considered as one of the top technological innovators in the world, bearing the title, “Text Capital of the World” should come as a surprise.
With 120 to 150 million messages crossing mobile phone networks daily, the Philippines was dubbed with this title in 2004. (http://www.asiamedia.ucla.edu/) Nowadays, according to telecommunications companies, the average mobile phone user in the Philippines sends 7 text messages a day and reaching 15 text messages since unlimited text promos became popular.
500 to 600 million text messages a day are sent by the 33 million subscribers of Smart and Talk N' Text collectively as stated by the Philippine Long Distance Telephone (PLDT) company. That means the average subscriber of PLDT sends about 15 to 18 text messages a day.
The company's incoming and outgoing traffic combined is estimated at around one billion text messages per day, maintaining the distinction which other countries such as China, being the world’s largest mobile subscriber market, claim to have.
Sun Cellular subscribers are estimated to send 10 to 15 text messages per day. With 6.5 million subscribers, the network was managing about 100 million outgoing text messages every day as of end-June.
Globe Telecom Inc. said its network handled 500 million to 700 million incoming and outgoing messages per day. As of end-June, its subscriber base was 22.7 million.
National Telecommunications Commission Common Carrier Division chief Edgardo Cabarrios said, "In terms of total volume, other countries may have higher numbers because of sheer population size. But per capita, the Philippines still has among the highest volume of text activity, if not the highest."
Furthermore, because of Sun Cellular’s recent 24/7 promo, which Sun subscribers can call and text other Sun subscribers for free, the short message service or SMS volume is expected to dramatically increase as more and more people sign up for Sun accounts. In fact, the trend now is to have a Sun SIM for only Php 200 as a second mobile account and a cheap cellular phone such as Nokia 2100.
REFERENCES:
Olchondra, R. (2008, August 31). Wer na u? Yo, RP texters send 600M messages a day! Philippine Daily Inquirer, p. A15.
PHILIPPINES: Cyber protest over SMS tax. (2004, August 10). Retrieved August 31, 2008 from http://www.asiamedia.ucla.edu/
Text capital of the world nga ba? (2004, November 29). Retrieved August 31, 2008 from http://vaes9.codedgraphic.com/
By Zatia Denise Danao Gammad
IV-Madame Marie Curie
For a country not considered as one of the top technological innovators in the world, bearing the title, “Text Capital of the World” should come as a surprise.
With 120 to 150 million messages crossing mobile phone networks daily, the Philippines was dubbed with this title in 2004. (http://www.asiamedia.ucla.edu/) Nowadays, according to telecommunications companies, the average mobile phone user in the Philippines sends 7 text messages a day and reaching 15 text messages since unlimited text promos became popular.
500 to 600 million text messages a day are sent by the 33 million subscribers of Smart and Talk N' Text collectively as stated by the Philippine Long Distance Telephone (PLDT) company. That means the average subscriber of PLDT sends about 15 to 18 text messages a day.
The company's incoming and outgoing traffic combined is estimated at around one billion text messages per day, maintaining the distinction which other countries such as China, being the world’s largest mobile subscriber market, claim to have.
Sun Cellular subscribers are estimated to send 10 to 15 text messages per day. With 6.5 million subscribers, the network was managing about 100 million outgoing text messages every day as of end-June.
Globe Telecom Inc. said its network handled 500 million to 700 million incoming and outgoing messages per day. As of end-June, its subscriber base was 22.7 million.
National Telecommunications Commission Common Carrier Division chief Edgardo Cabarrios said, "In terms of total volume, other countries may have higher numbers because of sheer population size. But per capita, the Philippines still has among the highest volume of text activity, if not the highest."
Furthermore, because of Sun Cellular’s recent 24/7 promo, which Sun subscribers can call and text other Sun subscribers for free, the short message service or SMS volume is expected to dramatically increase as more and more people sign up for Sun accounts. In fact, the trend now is to have a Sun SIM for only Php 200 as a second mobile account and a cheap cellular phone such as Nokia 2100.
REFERENCES:
Olchondra, R. (2008, August 31). Wer na u? Yo, RP texters send 600M messages a day! Philippine Daily Inquirer, p. A15.
PHILIPPINES: Cyber protest over SMS tax. (2004, August 10). Retrieved August 31, 2008 from http://www.asiamedia.ucla.edu/
Text capital of the world nga ba? (2004, November 29). Retrieved August 31, 2008 from http://vaes9.codedgraphic.com/
Sunday, August 17, 2008
MAKATI SCIENCE HIGH SCHOOL PARTICIPATES IN THE FIRST ASEAN YOUTH SCIENCE SUMMIT
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By Zatia Denise Danao Gammad
IV - Madame Marie Curie
Having the theme of “Power Up for the Future through Science and Technology,” the 2008 ASEAN Youth Science Summit (AYSS) gathered science-inclined delegates from 12 countries for the purpose of providing a venue for the next leaders to discuss some relevant scientific and global issues with the end view of promoting peaceful agreements among Southeast Asian nations. The AYSS was held last July 8-10, 2008 at the Traders Hotel in Manila. Accompanied by Ms Esperanza Retorbar Sabangan, Makati Science High School fourth year elective science teacher, Marian Denise Glipo Basallote and Zatia Denise Danao Gammad of IV- Madame Marie Curie were two of the Philippine delegates for this two-day event.
Organized by the Department of Science and Technology, the AYSS is a complementary activity of the ASEAN Science and Technology Week Celebration. The summit oriented the delegates, along with their teachers, on the parliamentary ways of handling problems that affect nations on a regional and global scale. It focused on specific issues that apply to the youth’s experiences and inclinations. These issues were categorized to topics such as: Spatial Science: The View from Above, Extreme Games, Going Nuclear, and GourMet Food. Plenary speakers from Malaysia, Thailand, and other participating countries discussed the abstract of each topic which served as the main footstep in making the resolution by the ASEAN delegates in the parallel sessions. In these sessions, parallel speakers, which are the delegates themselves, prepared their own powerpoint presentations about their view on these global-related issues and how it affects their country’s progress.
On the other hand, there was a parallel session held for the teachers concerning them the best practices in using information technology in teaching science and mathematics to students and the effects of computer games on learning or behavior of students. In this said session, the election of the ASEAN’s teachers association was made in which Ms Sabangan was elected secretary.
In line with its mandate to raise awareness of ASEAN youth, the ASEAN Foundation developed an innovative computer video game called “ASEAN Quest.” Two representatives from each participating country were given the chance to play this educational game and compete with each other for the prize of the exclusive game itself. The game consists of informative activities such as playing the national anthems of the ASEAN countries, viewing ASEAN heritage sites, and reading ASEAN documents which will make the youth become more aware of their capacity to act on present and future problems and solicit their commitment and participation towards addressing such problems now and in the future.
By Zatia Denise Danao Gammad
IV - Madame Marie Curie
Having the theme of “Power Up for the Future through Science and Technology,” the 2008 ASEAN Youth Science Summit (AYSS) gathered science-inclined delegates from 12 countries for the purpose of providing a venue for the next leaders to discuss some relevant scientific and global issues with the end view of promoting peaceful agreements among Southeast Asian nations. The AYSS was held last July 8-10, 2008 at the Traders Hotel in Manila. Accompanied by Ms Esperanza Retorbar Sabangan, Makati Science High School fourth year elective science teacher, Marian Denise Glipo Basallote and Zatia Denise Danao Gammad of IV- Madame Marie Curie were two of the Philippine delegates for this two-day event.
Organized by the Department of Science and Technology, the AYSS is a complementary activity of the ASEAN Science and Technology Week Celebration. The summit oriented the delegates, along with their teachers, on the parliamentary ways of handling problems that affect nations on a regional and global scale. It focused on specific issues that apply to the youth’s experiences and inclinations. These issues were categorized to topics such as: Spatial Science: The View from Above, Extreme Games, Going Nuclear, and GourMet Food. Plenary speakers from Malaysia, Thailand, and other participating countries discussed the abstract of each topic which served as the main footstep in making the resolution by the ASEAN delegates in the parallel sessions. In these sessions, parallel speakers, which are the delegates themselves, prepared their own powerpoint presentations about their view on these global-related issues and how it affects their country’s progress.
On the other hand, there was a parallel session held for the teachers concerning them the best practices in using information technology in teaching science and mathematics to students and the effects of computer games on learning or behavior of students. In this said session, the election of the ASEAN’s teachers association was made in which Ms Sabangan was elected secretary.
In line with its mandate to raise awareness of ASEAN youth, the ASEAN Foundation developed an innovative computer video game called “ASEAN Quest.” Two representatives from each participating country were given the chance to play this educational game and compete with each other for the prize of the exclusive game itself. The game consists of informative activities such as playing the national anthems of the ASEAN countries, viewing ASEAN heritage sites, and reading ASEAN documents which will make the youth become more aware of their capacity to act on present and future problems and solicit their commitment and participation towards addressing such problems now and in the future.
UNTITLED
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By Jonah Aileen Oliva Reyes
IV - Enrico Fermi
SYDNEY, AUSTRALIA—The Roman Catholic Church celebrates its 12th World Youth Day from Tuesday 15 to Sunday July 20, 2008. The World Youth Day brings together millions of Catholic or non-Catholic youth from all around the globe to gather for the purpose of rejoicing faith and securing camaraderie among the young people dominating our present generation. Also, it celebrates the mark of the first visit of His Holiness Pope Benedict XVI to Sydney, Australia.
WYD08 serves as a provocation of the Pope to the youth to support the WYD08’s current theme; “You will receive power when the Holy Spirit comes upon you; and you will be my witnesses”. (Acts 1:8) with the song “Receive the Power” to capture the hearts of young people to feel God’s love and spiritual fulfilment.
WYD08 LOGO
The WYD08’S logo focuses on the promise made by Christ to establish fire and flames upon the Earth by the power of the Holy Spirit which encourages people from different parts of the globe to witness it. The cross hoisted in triumph, symbolizes Christ and the life of witness which the Holy Spirit enables, thus having it centred on the logo. It is the passion of the heart of Christ, poured out into the world from the Cross, which consumes the young people of Sydney, of Australia and of the world. Its white colour implies the radiant light Jesus gives to the world.
The flames of the logo represent the Descent of the Holy Spirit at Pentecost in tongues of fire. They evoke the Sacrament of Confirmation and the gifts of the Holy Spirit. The colours of red, orange and yellow flowing throughout symbolise the Trinity and Unity of God. Also, it symbolizes the Autralian outback.
The blue of the logo represents the oceans that surround Australia, the waters of Baptism, the sea of humanity and Mary, full of grace.
Its shape, similar to the opera house signifies Sydney as its host for the year 2008.
WYD HISTORY
WYD started in 1984, instigated by Pope John Paul II to assemble the world’s youth with no religious discrimination and judgment in an international event. It is celebrated after every two or three years, held on the Pope’s chosen country for a week of fun-filled activities and programs demonstrating God’s love and spirituality. It feebly started with only 300, 000 teens from different countries in 1984 and heightened as the years went by resulting to a huge number of 4,000,000 when it was held here in the Philippines on 1995 and a number of 450,000 teens celebrating in Sydney, Austraila for its 12th celebration on 2008. The first theme was the “Holy Year of Redemption” held in Rome, Italy with Pope John Paul II as the head Pope.
The WYD08 will last for a week starting with the opening ceremony highlighting the pilgrims’ vigil site in the morning and Stations of the Cross in the afternoon on its first day. It normally ends with a final mass led by the Pope Benedict XVI and his final message to the youth who attended the international event IN Australia.
The Catholic Church will hold its next World Youth Day in the Spanish capital Madrid in 2011, as His Highness Pope Benedict XVI said on Sunday as he closed the festival in Sydney at a giant open-air mass. The announcement sparked jubilation among the estimated 5,000 Spanish pilgrims who travelled to Australia for the event. It will be the second time Spain has hosted the largest Christian gathering on earth after it staged the event in 1989 in the city of Santiago de Compostela. The event was last held in the German city of Cologne in 2005.
By Jonah Aileen Oliva Reyes
IV - Enrico Fermi
SYDNEY, AUSTRALIA—The Roman Catholic Church celebrates its 12th World Youth Day from Tuesday 15 to Sunday July 20, 2008. The World Youth Day brings together millions of Catholic or non-Catholic youth from all around the globe to gather for the purpose of rejoicing faith and securing camaraderie among the young people dominating our present generation. Also, it celebrates the mark of the first visit of His Holiness Pope Benedict XVI to Sydney, Australia.
WYD08 serves as a provocation of the Pope to the youth to support the WYD08’s current theme; “You will receive power when the Holy Spirit comes upon you; and you will be my witnesses”. (Acts 1:8) with the song “Receive the Power” to capture the hearts of young people to feel God’s love and spiritual fulfilment.
WYD08 LOGO
The WYD08’S logo focuses on the promise made by Christ to establish fire and flames upon the Earth by the power of the Holy Spirit which encourages people from different parts of the globe to witness it. The cross hoisted in triumph, symbolizes Christ and the life of witness which the Holy Spirit enables, thus having it centred on the logo. It is the passion of the heart of Christ, poured out into the world from the Cross, which consumes the young people of Sydney, of Australia and of the world. Its white colour implies the radiant light Jesus gives to the world.
The flames of the logo represent the Descent of the Holy Spirit at Pentecost in tongues of fire. They evoke the Sacrament of Confirmation and the gifts of the Holy Spirit. The colours of red, orange and yellow flowing throughout symbolise the Trinity and Unity of God. Also, it symbolizes the Autralian outback.
The blue of the logo represents the oceans that surround Australia, the waters of Baptism, the sea of humanity and Mary, full of grace.
Its shape, similar to the opera house signifies Sydney as its host for the year 2008.
WYD HISTORY
WYD started in 1984, instigated by Pope John Paul II to assemble the world’s youth with no religious discrimination and judgment in an international event. It is celebrated after every two or three years, held on the Pope’s chosen country for a week of fun-filled activities and programs demonstrating God’s love and spirituality. It feebly started with only 300, 000 teens from different countries in 1984 and heightened as the years went by resulting to a huge number of 4,000,000 when it was held here in the Philippines on 1995 and a number of 450,000 teens celebrating in Sydney, Austraila for its 12th celebration on 2008. The first theme was the “Holy Year of Redemption” held in Rome, Italy with Pope John Paul II as the head Pope.
The WYD08 will last for a week starting with the opening ceremony highlighting the pilgrims’ vigil site in the morning and Stations of the Cross in the afternoon on its first day. It normally ends with a final mass led by the Pope Benedict XVI and his final message to the youth who attended the international event IN Australia.
The Catholic Church will hold its next World Youth Day in the Spanish capital Madrid in 2011, as His Highness Pope Benedict XVI said on Sunday as he closed the festival in Sydney at a giant open-air mass. The announcement sparked jubilation among the estimated 5,000 Spanish pilgrims who travelled to Australia for the event. It will be the second time Spain has hosted the largest Christian gathering on earth after it staged the event in 1989 in the city of Santiago de Compostela. The event was last held in the German city of Cologne in 2005.
PEACE EDUCATION IMPLEMENTED SOON
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By Therese Romaine Nalangan Rustia
IV - Michael Faraday
All over the country, peace education will soon be added to the public school curriculum.
Signed by the Office of the Presidential Adviser on the Peace Process (OPAPP) Secretary Hermogenes Esperon Jr., Department of Education (DepEd) Secretary Jesli Lapus and Commission on Higher Education (CHED) Commissioner Nona Ricafort, the guidelines of Executive Order 570 will serve as a way to establish peace education to both students and teachers.
Having a primary objective to eradicate biases, prejudices and discrimination, it will promote peace and equality among people with different cultures such as Muslims and other ethnic groups.
“We are trying to build a culture of peace and we believe that the culture of peace should be started at a young age,” Esperon said.
He also added that OPAPP is partnering with the DepEd and CHED to incorporate peace building to the elementary level, high school level and tertiary level.
Teaching peace education to the youth would be a better approach to institutionalize a “culture of peace” among the future generation of the country.
Meanwhile, CHED has offered to present peace building to teachers through trainings and seminars.
Aside from that, additional tools such as instructional materials will be made, published and distributed.
By Therese Romaine Nalangan Rustia
IV - Michael Faraday
All over the country, peace education will soon be added to the public school curriculum.
Signed by the Office of the Presidential Adviser on the Peace Process (OPAPP) Secretary Hermogenes Esperon Jr., Department of Education (DepEd) Secretary Jesli Lapus and Commission on Higher Education (CHED) Commissioner Nona Ricafort, the guidelines of Executive Order 570 will serve as a way to establish peace education to both students and teachers.
Having a primary objective to eradicate biases, prejudices and discrimination, it will promote peace and equality among people with different cultures such as Muslims and other ethnic groups.
“We are trying to build a culture of peace and we believe that the culture of peace should be started at a young age,” Esperon said.
He also added that OPAPP is partnering with the DepEd and CHED to incorporate peace building to the elementary level, high school level and tertiary level.
Teaching peace education to the youth would be a better approach to institutionalize a “culture of peace” among the future generation of the country.
Meanwhile, CHED has offered to present peace building to teachers through trainings and seminars.
Aside from that, additional tools such as instructional materials will be made, published and distributed.
Monday, July 28, 2008
MAKATI PAYS LAST TRIBUTE TO FLAG
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By Vladimir Paat Villegas
IV-Sir Isaac Newton
MAKATI CITY – The first public flag disposal in accordance to the law and cultural tradition shown in the public in Makati City during the afternoon just this Friday, 11 July 2008.
The program of Huling Parangal Sa Watawat was preceded by former Kagawad Armando “Boy” Tecson of Guadalupe Nuevo, the Council Scout Executive together with the city council (who were also Scout Masters) headed by Hon Jejomar Erwin S Binay, the Chariman of BSP Makati City Council in the presence of the different barangay captains and scouts from different public schools, including those from Makati Science High School headed by Mr Lorenzo R Alberto.
It all started with a short prayer and a nationalistic song led by the councilors themselves.
A procession of the different historical flags led by selected scouts from General Pio Del Pilar National High School then followed, showing the evolution of our national flag. A poem about the flag was then recited after the procession.
The Philippine Flag in quadrangle of Makati City Hall was then retreated by another set of selected scouts and surrendered to Councilor Binay, who then led the burning of the old flags. The different barangay captains who also brought old flags then followed until all ashes were put in a common urn and the program then came to its conclusion.
By Vladimir Paat Villegas
IV-Sir Isaac Newton
MAKATI CITY – The first public flag disposal in accordance to the law and cultural tradition shown in the public in Makati City during the afternoon just this Friday, 11 July 2008.
The program of Huling Parangal Sa Watawat was preceded by former Kagawad Armando “Boy” Tecson of Guadalupe Nuevo, the Council Scout Executive together with the city council (who were also Scout Masters) headed by Hon Jejomar Erwin S Binay, the Chariman of BSP Makati City Council in the presence of the different barangay captains and scouts from different public schools, including those from Makati Science High School headed by Mr Lorenzo R Alberto.
It all started with a short prayer and a nationalistic song led by the councilors themselves.
A procession of the different historical flags led by selected scouts from General Pio Del Pilar National High School then followed, showing the evolution of our national flag. A poem about the flag was then recited after the procession.
The Philippine Flag in quadrangle of Makati City Hall was then retreated by another set of selected scouts and surrendered to Councilor Binay, who then led the burning of the old flags. The different barangay captains who also brought old flags then followed until all ashes were put in a common urn and the program then came to its conclusion.
FRANK EATS UP CALAMITY FUND
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By Jose Mari Hall Lanuza
IV-Enrico Fermi
Only six months through the year, almost the Philippines’ entire calamity fund has deteriorated. Six months more to go, but only P3 billion are left from the P15 billion annual calamity funds. This means that the funds will be fully utilized soon and the government will have to look for more funding for the projects.
Usually the Philippines uses up all of its calamity funds after 20 typhoons or less in a year. But with the case of typhoon Frank, the expenses and damages already amounted to P12 billion. Deputy Presidential Spokesperson Anthony Golez said that the President’s calamity fund had been tapped for the relief and rehabilitation efforts in provinces in the aftermath of the three typhoons that had already hit the country earlier this year, including typhoon Frank.
National Disaster Coordinating Council Administrator Glen Rabonza reported to President Arroyo that the damage to agricultural products alone, mostly from Iloilo and Aklan, already cost around P5 billion. The DepED reported that damage to school buildings cost around P506 million. Loans were also given to fishermen who were rescued from the 22 fishing vessels that capsized and six other ships that ran aground.
PAGASA started monitoring a low pressure area a few days before it was upgraded to typhoon Frank on June 18. Typhoon Frank, or Fengshen, first made landfall in Samar then traveled northwest. After a while it shifted its course and went west a little more than expected. It was supposed to reach Mindoro Province, but it again shifted its course northward and went toward Metro Manila. Typhoon Frank crossed Metro Manila between 5 am and 6 am Sunday. This was confirmed by eyewitness reports of the weather becoming suddenly calm after strong winds and rains in Quezon City, Marikina and other nearby areas.
Frank has undoubtedly caused such great havoc to the people of the Philippines, killing an estimate of over 700 people and causing mudslides and landslides. The most tragic accident caused by Frank was probably the sinking of the vessel Princess of the Stars. Many people were killed as the ferry traveled through rough waves , and then capsized, all because of typhoon Frank. Frank’s damages to fishing vessels and infrastructures were determined to be around P4.27 billion.
We are only halfway through the year. Less than 5 typhoons have already hit our country, and our funds are running low. We can only hope that the next calamity would not be as tragic. It will be hard for the whole country to cope with another super typhoon.
By Jose Mari Hall Lanuza
IV-Enrico Fermi
Only six months through the year, almost the Philippines’ entire calamity fund has deteriorated. Six months more to go, but only P3 billion are left from the P15 billion annual calamity funds. This means that the funds will be fully utilized soon and the government will have to look for more funding for the projects.
Usually the Philippines uses up all of its calamity funds after 20 typhoons or less in a year. But with the case of typhoon Frank, the expenses and damages already amounted to P12 billion. Deputy Presidential Spokesperson Anthony Golez said that the President’s calamity fund had been tapped for the relief and rehabilitation efforts in provinces in the aftermath of the three typhoons that had already hit the country earlier this year, including typhoon Frank.
National Disaster Coordinating Council Administrator Glen Rabonza reported to President Arroyo that the damage to agricultural products alone, mostly from Iloilo and Aklan, already cost around P5 billion. The DepED reported that damage to school buildings cost around P506 million. Loans were also given to fishermen who were rescued from the 22 fishing vessels that capsized and six other ships that ran aground.
PAGASA started monitoring a low pressure area a few days before it was upgraded to typhoon Frank on June 18. Typhoon Frank, or Fengshen, first made landfall in Samar then traveled northwest. After a while it shifted its course and went west a little more than expected. It was supposed to reach Mindoro Province, but it again shifted its course northward and went toward Metro Manila. Typhoon Frank crossed Metro Manila between 5 am and 6 am Sunday. This was confirmed by eyewitness reports of the weather becoming suddenly calm after strong winds and rains in Quezon City, Marikina and other nearby areas.
Frank has undoubtedly caused such great havoc to the people of the Philippines, killing an estimate of over 700 people and causing mudslides and landslides. The most tragic accident caused by Frank was probably the sinking of the vessel Princess of the Stars. Many people were killed as the ferry traveled through rough waves , and then capsized, all because of typhoon Frank. Frank’s damages to fishing vessels and infrastructures were determined to be around P4.27 billion.
We are only halfway through the year. Less than 5 typhoons have already hit our country, and our funds are running low. We can only hope that the next calamity would not be as tragic. It will be hard for the whole country to cope with another super typhoon.
MAKATI SCIENCE OFFERS NIHONGGO LESSONS
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By Jezel Christine Nolasco Quevada
IV-Madame Marie Curie
Today, Japanese is already being taught not only in universities around the globe but also in numbers of primary and secondary schools worldwide. International interest in the Japanese language dates from the 1800s but has become more widespread following Japan's economic bubble of the 1980s and the global popularity of Japanese pop culture such as anime and video games since the 1990s. Now, since animes have been so popular in televisions, many youngsters have been so in to it that they try to imitate its language.
Because Makati Science High School is soaring for greater heights to fulfill its vision of having global educational linkages, this school year, it is now offering a free Nihonggo classes consisting of 30 students and 5 teachers, interesting huh?
Many of its students have been eager to be included in this program. Indeed, this idea brought much zeal and excitement not only to the students but also to the faculty members as the school year opened last June 10. Those who will be chosen are so fortunate for their teachers or mentors are really great in using the language. They came all the way from Japan just to teach Nihonggo to these lucky 35 individuals of Makati Science. Selection process was done by drawing lots. Since this year will be the pilot year for this program, it has been decided that the students will come from the juniors and seniors.
Those who will be chosen shall be asked to sign a memorandum of agreement as one of the requirements of the program. Through this agreement, the willingness to attend will be seen and how determined they are to learn will be tested. Since this program is free of charge, the 35 lucky individuals should give their best efforts to learn the said language. Also, they must be diligent to attend because those in charge will surely be strict to them.
The said program will be done every Wednesday from 5:20 pm to 6:20 pm. This will help students be globally competitive when it comes to the use of the Japanese language and be effective communicators of Nihonggo. Though this would mean additional loads for both students and teachers, it will absolutely benefit them and help them acquire knowledge about Japan.
Congratulations to the lucky participants and may you enjoy studying the Japanese language. “Guddoraku daremo!”
By Jezel Christine Nolasco Quevada
IV-Madame Marie Curie
Today, Japanese is already being taught not only in universities around the globe but also in numbers of primary and secondary schools worldwide. International interest in the Japanese language dates from the 1800s but has become more widespread following Japan's economic bubble of the 1980s and the global popularity of Japanese pop culture such as anime and video games since the 1990s. Now, since animes have been so popular in televisions, many youngsters have been so in to it that they try to imitate its language.
Because Makati Science High School is soaring for greater heights to fulfill its vision of having global educational linkages, this school year, it is now offering a free Nihonggo classes consisting of 30 students and 5 teachers, interesting huh?
Many of its students have been eager to be included in this program. Indeed, this idea brought much zeal and excitement not only to the students but also to the faculty members as the school year opened last June 10. Those who will be chosen are so fortunate for their teachers or mentors are really great in using the language. They came all the way from Japan just to teach Nihonggo to these lucky 35 individuals of Makati Science. Selection process was done by drawing lots. Since this year will be the pilot year for this program, it has been decided that the students will come from the juniors and seniors.
Those who will be chosen shall be asked to sign a memorandum of agreement as one of the requirements of the program. Through this agreement, the willingness to attend will be seen and how determined they are to learn will be tested. Since this program is free of charge, the 35 lucky individuals should give their best efforts to learn the said language. Also, they must be diligent to attend because those in charge will surely be strict to them.
The said program will be done every Wednesday from 5:20 pm to 6:20 pm. This will help students be globally competitive when it comes to the use of the Japanese language and be effective communicators of Nihonggo. Though this would mean additional loads for both students and teachers, it will absolutely benefit them and help them acquire knowledge about Japan.
Congratulations to the lucky participants and may you enjoy studying the Japanese language. “Guddoraku daremo!”
Sunday, July 20, 2008
INFLATION RATE SOARS TO 11.4 PERCENT
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By Therese Romaine Nalangan Rustia
IV-Michael Faraday
WITH THE DATA released by the National Statistics Office (NSO), it showed an 11.4 percent rise in consumer prices since June 2007, having the biggest inflation since 1994.
Due to the large increase of global oil prices, with $ 143 per barrel this week, the market was not surprised to have a double-digit inflation rate as a result.
Doing its best to lessen the effects of the increase in oil prices, the government showed initiatives to control the price of products.
Climbing from a 6.2 percent rise in May to 6.6 percent in June, this revealed that food and oil prices were surging faster than other products in the consumer price index.
At an average of 9.2 percent inflation in Metro Manila, the NSO said that escalation prices were as not as high compared with the 12.3 percent average outside the capital.
Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas Governor Amando Tetangco said that results of widespread inflation in all countries were because of the unsustainable prices of both oil and food.
Showing no indication of slowing down, the prices of food around the globe are continuously rising though not as fast as oil.
As the government’s response, measures are being taken to help the country cope up with the global burden of ever-increasing prices.
By Therese Romaine Nalangan Rustia
IV-Michael Faraday
WITH THE DATA released by the National Statistics Office (NSO), it showed an 11.4 percent rise in consumer prices since June 2007, having the biggest inflation since 1994.
Due to the large increase of global oil prices, with $ 143 per barrel this week, the market was not surprised to have a double-digit inflation rate as a result.
Doing its best to lessen the effects of the increase in oil prices, the government showed initiatives to control the price of products.
Climbing from a 6.2 percent rise in May to 6.6 percent in June, this revealed that food and oil prices were surging faster than other products in the consumer price index.
At an average of 9.2 percent inflation in Metro Manila, the NSO said that escalation prices were as not as high compared with the 12.3 percent average outside the capital.
Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas Governor Amando Tetangco said that results of widespread inflation in all countries were because of the unsustainable prices of both oil and food.
Showing no indication of slowing down, the prices of food around the globe are continuously rising though not as fast as oil.
As the government’s response, measures are being taken to help the country cope up with the global burden of ever-increasing prices.
MALNUTRITION REACHES AN ALARMING LEVEL
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By Marian Denise Glipo Basallote
IV-Madame Marie Curie
The increasing number of malnourished children in the Philippines has reached four million, as reported by the officials of the Food and Nutrition Research Institute (FNRI).
According to the officials of FNRI, malnutrition is mostly concentrated on the rural areas, specifically in the Autonomous Region of Muslim Mindanao, the Zamboanga Peninsula, Southern Tagalog, Southern Mindanao, and Eastern Visayas regions. However, the said illness is also prevalent in Metro Manila, wherein 4 out of every 100 children are underweight and 2 out of every 100 children are overweight.
FNRI officials said that the malnutrition in the country only aggravates with the continual rise of food prices. Apparently, households are forced to cut down their food budgets.
Techie Mendoza, FNRI planning officer, believed that the money allotted for their food becomes insufficient and their choice of food becomes limited to a specific range.
She said that with the country’s crisis, the household’s grocery list has gotten shorter. The first thing that is removed from the list are fruits, followed by meat. Vegetables and fish remain on the list since they are sold at cheaper prices.
Mario Capanzana, FNRI Executive Director, said that they have estimated 3.7 million schoolchildren who are malnourished. Most of these schoolchildren are undernourished or have low protein, energy or vitamin intake.
He said that about 1.6 million kids are over-nourished, who are either obese or overweight.
According to Capanzana, the rate of undernourished children has already declined, but it is still not good enough. On the other hand, the rate of over-nourished children has continually risen due to the consumption of fatty foods by Filipino children.
Capanzana said that an average Filipino child’s diet consists mainly of sweets and junk foods that are high in salt, sugar and fat and only a low percentage of vegetables and fruits.
What is worse is that children avoid doing exercises and instead, prefer lounging on their couches as they watch their favorite television shows.
Capanzana said that this is an alarming issue since children who resort to this lifestyle are more likely to acquire diseases when they grow old.
According to FNRI, children who eat more vegetables tend to have higher Intelligence Quotience (IQ), longer attention span, and stronger immunity to diseases than those who do not. These healthy children are expected to lead fruitful lives and achieve success that was farfetched back then, but is now a part of their tomorrow.
By Marian Denise Glipo Basallote
IV-Madame Marie Curie
The increasing number of malnourished children in the Philippines has reached four million, as reported by the officials of the Food and Nutrition Research Institute (FNRI).
According to the officials of FNRI, malnutrition is mostly concentrated on the rural areas, specifically in the Autonomous Region of Muslim Mindanao, the Zamboanga Peninsula, Southern Tagalog, Southern Mindanao, and Eastern Visayas regions. However, the said illness is also prevalent in Metro Manila, wherein 4 out of every 100 children are underweight and 2 out of every 100 children are overweight.
FNRI officials said that the malnutrition in the country only aggravates with the continual rise of food prices. Apparently, households are forced to cut down their food budgets.
Techie Mendoza, FNRI planning officer, believed that the money allotted for their food becomes insufficient and their choice of food becomes limited to a specific range.
She said that with the country’s crisis, the household’s grocery list has gotten shorter. The first thing that is removed from the list are fruits, followed by meat. Vegetables and fish remain on the list since they are sold at cheaper prices.
Mario Capanzana, FNRI Executive Director, said that they have estimated 3.7 million schoolchildren who are malnourished. Most of these schoolchildren are undernourished or have low protein, energy or vitamin intake.
He said that about 1.6 million kids are over-nourished, who are either obese or overweight.
According to Capanzana, the rate of undernourished children has already declined, but it is still not good enough. On the other hand, the rate of over-nourished children has continually risen due to the consumption of fatty foods by Filipino children.
Capanzana said that an average Filipino child’s diet consists mainly of sweets and junk foods that are high in salt, sugar and fat and only a low percentage of vegetables and fruits.
What is worse is that children avoid doing exercises and instead, prefer lounging on their couches as they watch their favorite television shows.
Capanzana said that this is an alarming issue since children who resort to this lifestyle are more likely to acquire diseases when they grow old.
According to FNRI, children who eat more vegetables tend to have higher Intelligence Quotience (IQ), longer attention span, and stronger immunity to diseases than those who do not. These healthy children are expected to lead fruitful lives and achieve success that was farfetched back then, but is now a part of their tomorrow.
MAKATI CONVERTS JEEPS FROM DIESEL TO LPG
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by Ma Inna Paulina Egamino Palana
III- Wilhelm Roentgen
Before the oil priced up greatly that made the Philippine government call for a conversion of public utility jeepneys from using diesel gasoline to Liquefied Petroleum Gas, some had already launched it and is now leading the way to converts.
It started way back in 2006, when a jeepney assembler in Quezon City began producing trial products running on liquefied petroleum gas. By 2007, a fleet owner in Rizal done same thing to one of his jeepneys then two weeks later, the Makati Jeepney Operators and Drivers Alliance (MJODA) formally announced that conversion of diesel-to-LPG to 300 jeepneys will occur.
“Jeepneys run by LPG gas have been around for some time but doesn’t make a loud headline when they hit the road,” says MJODA founder Orlander Marquez on June 20, when his group signed an agreement with various LPG fuel owners and engine suppliers and service centers.
David Motor’s Ricardo David, one of MJODA’s partners, started studying conversion of LPG last 2004. By 2006, he already made the 18-seater jeepneys run by a cheaper and cleaner fuel which is the LPG. “My target was just to decrease the air pollution caused by jeepneys,” David said, “when we visited Japan in 1969, the taxi there were already run by LPG”.
David’s endeavor and effort deserves praises for not only did it help the Filipino community from today’s soaring oil prices but it also contributes to our environment especially that we are under Global Warming.
Jeepney, counted 230,000 as of today nationwide, is the greatest consumer of oil and also a great contributor to air pollution that is why conversion is a great idea to help our country.
by Ma Inna Paulina Egamino Palana
III- Wilhelm Roentgen
Before the oil priced up greatly that made the Philippine government call for a conversion of public utility jeepneys from using diesel gasoline to Liquefied Petroleum Gas, some had already launched it and is now leading the way to converts.
It started way back in 2006, when a jeepney assembler in Quezon City began producing trial products running on liquefied petroleum gas. By 2007, a fleet owner in Rizal done same thing to one of his jeepneys then two weeks later, the Makati Jeepney Operators and Drivers Alliance (MJODA) formally announced that conversion of diesel-to-LPG to 300 jeepneys will occur.
“Jeepneys run by LPG gas have been around for some time but doesn’t make a loud headline when they hit the road,” says MJODA founder Orlander Marquez on June 20, when his group signed an agreement with various LPG fuel owners and engine suppliers and service centers.
David Motor’s Ricardo David, one of MJODA’s partners, started studying conversion of LPG last 2004. By 2006, he already made the 18-seater jeepneys run by a cheaper and cleaner fuel which is the LPG. “My target was just to decrease the air pollution caused by jeepneys,” David said, “when we visited Japan in 1969, the taxi there were already run by LPG”.
David’s endeavor and effort deserves praises for not only did it help the Filipino community from today’s soaring oil prices but it also contributes to our environment especially that we are under Global Warming.
Jeepney, counted 230,000 as of today nationwide, is the greatest consumer of oil and also a great contributor to air pollution that is why conversion is a great idea to help our country.
MORE RP EMBASSIES TO OPEN ABROAD
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By Zatia Denise Danao Gammad
IV-Madame Marie Curie
At least 5 Philippine embassies would soon be opened abroad. According to the Foreign
Affairs Department, more embassies and consulates will open to serve the needs of the growing number of migrant Filipinos.
Foreign Affairs spokesman Claro Cristobal said that a Philippine embassy will be opened in Portugal, Ireland, Finland, Poland and Syria. New consulates will open in Macau, Chongqing and Chengdu in China.
According to Cristobal, the plan to establish more embassies and consulates is among the objectives of the department to strengthen assistance to nationals due to the growing number of Filipinos abroad, tap potential investments for the country and improve political relations and economic cooperation.
“It is basically for development purposes, especially on bilateral relations,” Cristobal said, adding that “the establishment of more embassies and consulates is already included in the approved budget of the DFA for 2008.”
Foreign Affairs undersecretary for administration Franklin Ebdalin affirmed Cristobal’s statement, saying that the new diplomatic missions are meant to strengthen the Philippines’ bilateral ties with these countries and at the same time address the consular needs of the growing number of Filipinos.
Ebdalin further added that the consulate in Damascus needs to be upgraded as the Syrian capital has become a transit point for Filipinos in times of crisis in the Middle East, particularly in Lebanon.
Syria served as an exit point for thousands of Filipino workers fleeing the war in ebanon in 2006.
By Zatia Denise Danao Gammad
IV-Madame Marie Curie
At least 5 Philippine embassies would soon be opened abroad. According to the Foreign
Affairs Department, more embassies and consulates will open to serve the needs of the growing number of migrant Filipinos.
Foreign Affairs spokesman Claro Cristobal said that a Philippine embassy will be opened in Portugal, Ireland, Finland, Poland and Syria. New consulates will open in Macau, Chongqing and Chengdu in China.
According to Cristobal, the plan to establish more embassies and consulates is among the objectives of the department to strengthen assistance to nationals due to the growing number of Filipinos abroad, tap potential investments for the country and improve political relations and economic cooperation.
“It is basically for development purposes, especially on bilateral relations,” Cristobal said, adding that “the establishment of more embassies and consulates is already included in the approved budget of the DFA for 2008.”
Foreign Affairs undersecretary for administration Franklin Ebdalin affirmed Cristobal’s statement, saying that the new diplomatic missions are meant to strengthen the Philippines’ bilateral ties with these countries and at the same time address the consular needs of the growing number of Filipinos.
Ebdalin further added that the consulate in Damascus needs to be upgraded as the Syrian capital has become a transit point for Filipinos in times of crisis in the Middle East, particularly in Lebanon.
Syria served as an exit point for thousands of Filipino workers fleeing the war in ebanon in 2006.
Sunday, July 6, 2008
E-JEEPNEYS ROCK MAKATI
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By Samantha Grace Ignacio Cruz
II-Robert Hooke
Photo By Doctian on Flickr
The “e-jeepney” made its commercial debut at the Makati central business district early this month. These environmental friendly vehicles became a source of applause and approval for earth lovers everywhere.
The Green Renewable Independent Power Producer Inc. (GRIPP), which originated from Greenpeace is to be thanked for this wonderful innovation.
A year ago, a pilot test was conducted along Ayala Avenue. The city officials came out with the first batch of e-jeepneys. Each can seat around 14 people. Each had its own route around the Legaspi and Salcedo Villages. Four e-jeepneys were assigned to service office employers in the two villages for the meantime.
Executive director of Greenpeace Southeast Asia, Alberto Suansing, said, “We consider this a historic event. This will revolutionize the transport sector in the country. This is a milestone in the history of motor vehicles in the Philippines; we shall soon see electric-powered vehicles in other places.”
Later on, officials plan these colorful innovations to run like ordinary jeepneys, once they get the fund to produce more of the kind.
According to Makati Mayor Jejomar Binay, the delayed introduction of the e-jeepneys has been a blessing in disguise. Had it been introduced a year ago, as planned, people would hardly feel the need for it. But now, as the cost of fuel rise and the problem of air pollution grows, these vehicles are now a very timely option.
Each e-jeepney costs 500,000 pesos to make, and run on charged batteries via electrical sockets overnight. They were designed by artist Toym Imao, son of Abdulmari Imao, free of charge.
Ferdie Raquel Santos of the Motor Vehicle Parts Manufacturers Association of the Philippines (MVPMAP) says “It runs from 40 to 60 kilometers per hour with six to eight hours of charging time. Each charge would last 90 kilometers, conservative estimates.”
A single charge of the batteries will cost them just 158 pesos. This translates to a 3 peso per kilometer expense, a more thrifty choice over the existing 8 pesos per kilometer rate among diesel jeepneys.
In transportation terms, an overnight charge of these batteries will allow an e-jeepney to make up to 15 round trips along a three kilometer route for about two days, organizers said.
Athena Ballesteros, GRIPP chair, talked about the use of biogas digesters instead of electricity from Meralco to charge the batteries. As the digesters convert biodegradable wastes from households and companies into gaseous energy, they would save up to an estimated one peso per kilowatt hour and would greatly save costs.
She added that the development of biogas power plants is already in process, thanks to Makati City and other local governments.
The said campaign will benefit our community greatly. Greenhouse gases and air pollutants in the area will be reduced, organic waste can be used for a great cause, and health and safety of citizens will improve.
Mayor Binay said it best, as he stated “In Makati, we have started with e-jeepneys in the hope that when it becomes commercially viable, it will address the problems of rising fuel costs, promote the use of alternative fuels and reduce the emission of greenhouse gases that contribute to global warming.”
By Samantha Grace Ignacio Cruz
II-Robert Hooke
Photo By Doctian on Flickr
The “e-jeepney” made its commercial debut at the Makati central business district early this month. These environmental friendly vehicles became a source of applause and approval for earth lovers everywhere.
The Green Renewable Independent Power Producer Inc. (GRIPP), which originated from Greenpeace is to be thanked for this wonderful innovation.
A year ago, a pilot test was conducted along Ayala Avenue. The city officials came out with the first batch of e-jeepneys. Each can seat around 14 people. Each had its own route around the Legaspi and Salcedo Villages. Four e-jeepneys were assigned to service office employers in the two villages for the meantime.
Executive director of Greenpeace Southeast Asia, Alberto Suansing, said, “We consider this a historic event. This will revolutionize the transport sector in the country. This is a milestone in the history of motor vehicles in the Philippines; we shall soon see electric-powered vehicles in other places.”
Later on, officials plan these colorful innovations to run like ordinary jeepneys, once they get the fund to produce more of the kind.
According to Makati Mayor Jejomar Binay, the delayed introduction of the e-jeepneys has been a blessing in disguise. Had it been introduced a year ago, as planned, people would hardly feel the need for it. But now, as the cost of fuel rise and the problem of air pollution grows, these vehicles are now a very timely option.
Each e-jeepney costs 500,000 pesos to make, and run on charged batteries via electrical sockets overnight. They were designed by artist Toym Imao, son of Abdulmari Imao, free of charge.
Ferdie Raquel Santos of the Motor Vehicle Parts Manufacturers Association of the Philippines (MVPMAP) says “It runs from 40 to 60 kilometers per hour with six to eight hours of charging time. Each charge would last 90 kilometers, conservative estimates.”
A single charge of the batteries will cost them just 158 pesos. This translates to a 3 peso per kilometer expense, a more thrifty choice over the existing 8 pesos per kilometer rate among diesel jeepneys.
In transportation terms, an overnight charge of these batteries will allow an e-jeepney to make up to 15 round trips along a three kilometer route for about two days, organizers said.
Athena Ballesteros, GRIPP chair, talked about the use of biogas digesters instead of electricity from Meralco to charge the batteries. As the digesters convert biodegradable wastes from households and companies into gaseous energy, they would save up to an estimated one peso per kilowatt hour and would greatly save costs.
She added that the development of biogas power plants is already in process, thanks to Makati City and other local governments.
The said campaign will benefit our community greatly. Greenhouse gases and air pollutants in the area will be reduced, organic waste can be used for a great cause, and health and safety of citizens will improve.
Mayor Binay said it best, as he stated “In Makati, we have started with e-jeepneys in the hope that when it becomes commercially viable, it will address the problems of rising fuel costs, promote the use of alternative fuels and reduce the emission of greenhouse gases that contribute to global warming.”
MAKATI SCIENCE ADMITS MORE STUDENTS
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By Vicson Aypa Mabanglo
IV-Sir Isaac Newton
The Makati Science High School, having its entrance exam annually every March, admitted a greater number of students this school year than the past years.
This school year, school year 2008–2009, it had planned to admit 200 students hence approximately 180 slots were just filled up.
But these approximately 180 slots are still slowly reducing due to the fact that some students can’t handle the pressure given by the school.
Because of the high population of incoming freshmen, the number of sections of different year levels now became five, greater than the usual four sections per year level.
The added sections were I–Aristotle for the first year, II–Anton Van Leeuwenhoek for the second year, II–Neils Bohr for the third year and IV–Madamme Marie Curie for the fourth year.
The high population of the incoming freshmen can be considered as one of the main causes why each year level had an addition section.
Due to this, some students commented that the school is becoming populated in a way that more classrooms are needed.
It has also had some positive comments such as a teacher would be more focused on teaching a student because there are fewer students inside a classroom (this only applies to the higher year levels).
The main cause of the administration for doing this is due to the fact that the school will evacuate and will have its new territory not later next year.
By Vicson Aypa Mabanglo
IV-Sir Isaac Newton
The Makati Science High School, having its entrance exam annually every March, admitted a greater number of students this school year than the past years.
This school year, school year 2008–2009, it had planned to admit 200 students hence approximately 180 slots were just filled up.
But these approximately 180 slots are still slowly reducing due to the fact that some students can’t handle the pressure given by the school.
Because of the high population of incoming freshmen, the number of sections of different year levels now became five, greater than the usual four sections per year level.
The added sections were I–Aristotle for the first year, II–Anton Van Leeuwenhoek for the second year, II–Neils Bohr for the third year and IV–Madamme Marie Curie for the fourth year.
The high population of the incoming freshmen can be considered as one of the main causes why each year level had an addition section.
Due to this, some students commented that the school is becoming populated in a way that more classrooms are needed.
It has also had some positive comments such as a teacher would be more focused on teaching a student because there are fewer students inside a classroom (this only applies to the higher year levels).
The main cause of the administration for doing this is due to the fact that the school will evacuate and will have its new territory not later next year.
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