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By Tina G. Santos
Philippine Daily Inquirer

Online social networking contributes to the rise in the cases of human immunodeficiency virus/acquired immunodeficiency syndrome (HIV/AIDS) in the country, according to a study conducted by the Department of Health.

The mushrooming of social networking sites, which cater to people looking for sex partners, has been pinpointed as one of the major factors in the rise of HIV/AIDS cases in the Philippines, Dr. Eric Tayag, director of the National Epidemiology Center (NEC), told a seminar for media on HIV/AIDS Thursday.

Citing a study that the Department of Health conducted last year, Tayag said online social networking sites are creating new opportunities, particularly for men having sex with men (MSM), to meet sex partners.

“Through online networking sites, MSM can meet without fear of negative social consequences,” he said.

By Jamie Marie Elona
INQUIRER.net

A live-in couple was arrested after allegedly being caught having sex at Rizal Park in Manila Thursday evening, a park security officer said Friday.

Edmar Rapales of Parks and Recreation Bureau Luneta said he was patrolling at the park when he chanced upon the couple identified as Rey Jojo, 26; and Maria Teresa Salvador, 23, with their pants pulled down to their knees inside the Chinese Garden around 10 p.m.

Radio reports quoted Rapales as saying that the couple was sitting, and that Salvador was on top of the guy.

The couple was taken to the Rizal Park Police after having their pants pulled up, Rapales said, adding that they wouldn’t have been eventually arrested if only Jojo did not argue with the park official.

Jojo denied they were having sex in the park but Salvador apparently confirmed it, saying that they weren’t just able to hold  back.

The couple are facing charges for violation of City Ordinance 7780, or Indecent Act in a Public Place.

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TEACHER: What is the formula for water? BITOY: H,I,J,K,L,M,N,O TEACHER: That's not what I taught you. BITOY: But you said the formula for water was...H to O.

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kining nawong ni Lucy Liu daghan ni sa Carbon ug Junquera syudad sa Sugbu. Sa tinuod lang.

By Camille Diola
philstar.com

Singer Victor Wood, best known for his hit singles and smooth crooning in the 70's, filed his certificate of candidacy for senator at the Commission on Elections on Friday.

Wood, 66, said he will fight hunger and poverty when given a chance to become a senator.

The singer, running independently, added that he will not only grant housing spaces for those without permanent shelter but will provide them with jobs as well.

Wood, who arrived at the registration booth wearing his signature trilby hat, also ran for senator in the 2007 elections but failed to land a seat.

May Minamahal Starring Aga Muhlach and Aiko Melendez

where is dan-dan bantugan now?

ngano ang uban dili naman lagi kahinumdum pila ilang nahimo nga ex-uyab?

Your Future Philippine President? He said he would run as president in 2016

Is Global Warming Real or Fake?

How to Karatedo

Theory of Evolution According to McDonald's

Modern Building

May This Woman's Tribe Increase

usahay ang mga babaye mao ang hinungdan sa pagkapiko sa tapaludo sa imong pagbati.

By Ruben V. Nepales
Philippine Daily Inquirer

“I am so sorry that my comment was taken out of context, as I would never insult another group or ethnicity,” “Charlie’s Angels” actress Lucy Liu told the Philippine Daily Inquirer after she was asked by this reporter to comment about her controversial statement in a guest appearance on “Late Show with David Letterman” last October 11.

When Letterman asked Liu, who is shooting her new TV series “Elementary,” if she enjoys running indoors or outdoors, she answered, “I run in a machine. It is easier for me. Also, if I get really dark, I’ll start to look a little Filipino. It wouldn’t match.”

Future Member of Black Eyed Peas

By TJ Burgonio
Philippine Daily Inquirer

President Aquino has appointed new ambassadors to Pakistan, Iran, Bahrain and Myanmar, Malacañang announced Friday.

Domingo Lucenario was appointed the country’s new ambassador to Pakistan, with concurrent jurisdiction over Afghanistan, Kyrgyz Republic, Kazakhstan and Tajikistan, said Undersecretary Abigail Valte, deputy presidential spokesperson.

Ricardo Endaya would be posted as ambassador to Iran, and would have concurrent jurisdiction over Turkmenistan and Uzbekistan, Valte said.

Bahrain will have a new Philippine ambassador in Sahid Glang, and Myanmar in Alex Chua.

Malacañang has submitted their appointments to the Commission on Appointments for confirmation.

The President also appointed Ma. Lourdes Rebueno, Bienvenido Bautista, Ma. Lourdes Baua and Aurora Ma. Timbol to the board of the Philippine International Trading Corp. Pharma Inc.

They will sit in the board from July 1 this year to June 30, 2013.

Mr. Aquino also appointed Rommel Abesamis to the Department of Environment and Natural Resources as assistant secretary for foreign-assisted and special projects.

naay nakasulti nako taga maribojoc nga tigpasiugda ug tigsponsor daw ka ug mga basketball tournament didto sa lungsod sa maribojoc. makasalig mi sa imong saad, balong.

By Philip C. Tubeza
Philippine Daily Inquirer

A Department of Health (DOH) study has confirmed the findings of an Inquirer special report last year that warned against the health risks posed by improperly converted taxis that use auto-liquefied petroleum gas (ALPG).

Eduardo Janairo, DOH National Capital Region director, said the study conducted with the University of the Philippines-National Poison Management and Control Center (UP-NPMCC) showed that the improper conversion of taxis could expose cabdrivers and passengers to ALPG.

Janairo said the Center of Health-NCR conducted the rapid health assessment study because of the rising number of complaints of “dizziness, headache, light-headedness and dryness of throat among taxi drivers whose vehicles were LPG-converted.”

Janairo said overexposure to ALPG could lead to “unconsciousness and even death.”

By Maila Ager
INQUIRER.net

With or without the cybercrime law, Internet users could still be charged with libel under the Revised Penal Code, Senate Majority Leader Vicente “Tito” Sotto III said on Tuesday.

And Sotto admitted that he was not aware of the existence of the online libel law when he proposed it to be included in the cybercrime act.

“There are studies that are being conducted now. And I am informed that if it would be stricken down (libel provision in the cybercrime law), there’ll be no problem. The libel stays in the Revised Penal Code so it can still be used whether you use a computer or not,” he told reporters on Tuesday.

“That’s according to my source in the Department of Justice,” he said.

Asked by this reporter why Congress then still included online libel in the cybercrime law, Soto said, “E hindi namin alam dati. Ngayon lang nalalaman (We didn’t know that before. We just learned about it now).”

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Jax Liner applied  for a public utility bus service from Bacolod to Dumaguete
from the Land Transportation Franchising and Regulatory Board (LTFRB).  BB Express opposed.  LTFRB ruled in favor of Jax.  BB appe aled to the Secretary of the Department of Transportation and Communication  (DOTC), who reversed the LTFRB decision.  Jax appealed  to the Office of the Pr esident which reinstated the LTFRB’s ruling.  BB Express went to the Court of  Appeals on certiorari questioning the decision of the Office of the President on the ground that Office of the President has no jurisdiction over the case  in the absence of any law providing an appeal from DOTC to the Office of the President. Will the petition prosper?

A. No, exhaustion of administrative remedies up  to the level of  the President is a pre-requisite to judicial recourse.
B. No, the action of the DOTC Secretary bears only the implied approval of the President who is not precluded from reviewing the decision of the former.
C. Yes, when there is no law providing an appeal to the Office of the President, no such appeal  may be pursued.
D. Yes, the doctrine of qualified political agency renders unnecessary a further appeal to the Office of the President.

answer is letter B

Filipino citizenship may be acquired through judicial naturalization only by an
alien

A. born, raised, and educated in the Philippines who has  all the qualifications and none of the disqualifications to become a Filipino citizen.
B. who has all the qualifications and none of the disqualifications to become a Filipino citizen.
C. born and raised in the Philippines who has all the qualifications and none of
the disqualifications to become a Filipino citizen.
D. whose mother or father is a naturalized Filipino and  who himself is qualified to be naturalized.

answer is letter B

By Michael Lim Ubac
Philippine Daily Inquirer

Giving up its claim to have Palawan included in their so-called Bangsamoro autonomous region was one of the “significant concessions” that the secessionist Moro Islamic Liberation Front (MILF) gave during negotiations for a framework peace agreement, President Aquino said Wednesday.

Speaking at a forum of the Foreign Correspondents Club of the Philippines, Aquino disclosed the decision of the MILF negotiating panel to give up the inclusion of Palawan’s southern municipalities to the soon-to-be-expanded Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao (ARMM).

“I think it is a significant concession on the part of the MILF,” he said.

The President noted the MILF claim that there were people in Palawan who could trace their ancestry to the areas they claimed as belonging to the Bangsamoro, the rebels’ preferred term for the Muslims of Mindanao.

How true is this? Cebu claims Pedro Calungsod as its own.

anna, what's the cause of his death? may he rest in peace...

Manuel came to Manila and married Marianne. Unknown to Marianne,
Manuel had been previously convicted in Palawan of theft and served time for it. After Marianne learned of his previous conviction,  she stopped living with him. Can Marianne seek the annulment of the marriage based on Manuel’s non-disclosure of his previous crime?

A. No, since the assumption is that marriage forgives all past wrongs.
B. Yes, since the non-disclosure of that crime is the equivalent  of fraud, which is a ground for annulment.
C. No, in case of doubt, the law must be construed to preserve the institution of marriage.
D. No, since Manuel already served the penalty for his crime.

answer is letter B

Ask a Cat What it Can Do For You

ang ulitawo nga moapil ani nga contest mawad-an ug market value.

Quote from: hubag bohol on October 17, 2012, 06:41:39 AM
Bwahaha! Wa ba kahay taga TB nga moapil...

BWAHAHHAHA. dili ba kaha magfiesta ang TB kung naay modaug nga taga diri?

i still remember this song being played over AM radio stations years ago. karon wala na gyud.

tablahon nalang ni nila. parehong hawod sa propaganda bitaw.

Rene and Lily got married after a brief courtship.   After one month, Lily
discovered that while Rene presented himself as a macho man he was actually
gay.  He would not go to  bed with her.  He kept obscene magazines of n-u-de men and always sought the company of handsome boys.  What legal remedy does Lily have?

A. She can file an action for annulment of marriage on ground of fraud.
B. She can seek a declaration of nullity of the marriage based on Rene’s
psychological incapacity.
C. She can go abroad and file for divorce in a country that can grant it.
D. She has none since she had the opportunity to examine the goods and freely entered into the marriage.

answer is letter A

X and Y were to marry in 3 months.  Meantime, to express his affection, X
donated a house and lot to Y, which donation X wrote in a letter to Y.  Y wrote back, accepting the donation and took possession of the property. Before the wedding, however, Y suddenly died of heart attack. Can Y’s heirs get the
property?

A. No, since the marriage did not take place.
B. Yes, since all the requisites of a donation of an immovable are present.
C. No, since the donation and its acceptance are not in a public instrument.
D. Yes, since X freely  donated the property to Y who became its owner.

answer is letter C

The authority that school administrators exercise over school children under their supervision, instruction, or custody is called

A. legal parental authority.
B. substitute parental authority.
C. ordinary parental authority.
D. special parental authority.

answer is letter D

When does a declaration of absence of a missing person take effect?

A. Immediately from the issuance of the declaration of absence.
B. 3 months after the publication of the declaration of absence.
C. 6 months after the publication of the declaration of absence.
D. 15 days from the issuance of the declaration of absence.

answer is letter C

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October 2012 Cebu Pacific Airline

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Felix Baumgartner: Space Jump

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Bohol Nature's Scandal Along Loboc Road 

78.   Aagapay sa Matatanda, Inc.   AMA   
Ricardo M. Agapito
Agustin S. Dizon
Feliciano S. Rosete
Linda Gaddi-David
Alberto Santos
Lorenzo Rigonan
Ruperto Eugenio
Juan G. Roldan
Zoilo F. Abenoja
Josue Mora
*
Agustin S.Dizon
Ricardo M. Agapito
Linda Gaddi-David
Josue P. Mora
Zoilo F. Abenoja
Lorenzo Rigonan
Ruperto Eugenio
Juan Roldan
Feliciano S. Rosete
* Filed a Manifestation thru its counsel, Atty. Arturo L. Serrano on June 26, 2012 submitting again Manifestation of Intent, Certificate of Nomination
79.   Aniban ng Magtutubig Ng Pilipinas   AMA NG PILIPINAS   
Rolando G. Mangulabnan
Johnny A. Khon Hun
Francisco J. Flores
Prudencio S.A. Cruz
Marifel A. Mangulabnan
Petition for registration dismissed on June 06, 2012
80.   Aksyon Mahirap Inc.   AMIN   
Vincent P. Dinglasa
Tristan Roger C. Cultivo, Jr.
Vladimir R. Bugaring
Dalidig A. Sumndad
Teodoro P. Cuarteros
Petition for registration was dismissed on May 3, 2012; Motion for reconsideration denied on July 25, 2012
81.   Ang May Kapansanan Inc.   AMKMI
Jorwin B. Bautista
Jesus H. Docot
Edwin Abelardo N. De Villa
Carmelo T. Macalinao
Noel S. Bronce
82.   Association of Marine Officer & Ratings, Inc.   AMOR SEAMAN   
Christopher P. Maambong
Victor Y. Alviola
Crescenciano B. Elaba, Jr.
Remigio R. Serapio
Dante D. Dario
83.   An-Action Tribal Peace & Development, Inc.   AN-ACTION   
Jamil R. Mustapha
Mitaman S. Natangcop
Pundato Medal Nat. Macasimbar
Rosario Remedios G. Carandang
Pablita M. Peligrino
84.   Active National Federation of Bantay Bayan Inc.   ANFBI   
Atty. Rogelio J. Bolivar
Dawnyl Ray M. Bolivar
Atty. Juan S. Sindingan
Reynaldo P. Suyo
Reynaldo V. Lim
*
Atty. Rogelio J. Bolivar
Ernesto M. Camino
Atty. Juan S. Sindingan
Dawnyl Ray M. Bolivar
Reynaldo V. Lim

* with Final Manifestations xxx filed on May 30, 2012 that: there are two changes in the nominees
85.   Sectoral Party of Ang Minero   ANG MINERO   
Luis R. Sarmiento
Horacio C. Ramos
Patrick V. Caoile
Cornelio Q. Casido
Camilo V. Almoite
with pending petition for registration
86.   Ang Nars Inc.   ANG NARS   
Leah Primitiva Paquiz
Lydia Arco Palaypay
Chris Gonzales Sorongon
Caridad Moncal Galban
Anna Marie Kapunan
87.   Ang Prolife   ANG PROLIFE   
James M. Imbong
Jeremy Benigno I. Gatdula
Lorna B. Melegrito
Lareina Lea M. Garcia
Edgardo J. Tria Tirona
88.   Alyansa ng mga Namumuhay sa Agrikulturang Industriya ng Pilipinas, Inc   ANI-PILIPINAS   
Atty. Ponciano D. Subido
James L. Tiu
Rosa DJ. Mendoza
Albert C. Subido
Atty. Maribert Q. Pagente
89.   Alyansa Ng Mga Pilipino Sa Abroad, Inc.   APA   
Atty. Rene A. Pascual
Atty. Ma. Rosario L. Payumo
Atty. Neptali S. Franco
Imelda M. Factora
Atty. Eric C. Opriasa
90.   Advocates for Penology Enhancement and Legal Assistance Inc.   APELA   
Arturo W. Alit
Atty. Marianito D. Miranda
Armando M. Llamasares
Reynaldo F. Cornelio
Clarito G. Jover
91.   Append, Inc.   APPEND   
Pablo R. Nava, III
Eduardo C. Jimenez
Raineer Q. Chu
Alex F. Patio
Virginia P. Juan
92.   Agrarian Reform Beneficiaries Association, Inc.   ARBA, Inc.   
Susana G. Reyes
Ebenezer A. Martizano
Rolando M. Pablo
Edwin G. Magnawa
Fernando C. Balut
93.   Alliance For Reform Towards Effective Management and Sustainable Development, Inc.   ARMD   
Gwendolyn B.E. Durano
Jose Ventura Aspiras
Jannis Ian A. Teope
Vicente O. Sanchez
Mario B. Cerro
94.   Alliance of Rural and Urban Groups for Social Advancement   ARUGA   
Joseph Emile Penson Juico
Joel DR. Soriano
Marilyn D. Anisco
Dioscoro B. Benalla
Rizza R. Pascual
95.   Ang Sandigan ng mga Batang Lansangan   ASABALA   
Shiela Lorna O. Garduque
Felipe T. Garduque II
Aex E. Eduave
Roberto C. Quimson, Jr.
Cherlita D. Castillo
Lorina G. Hefervez
96.   Aasenso Sa Barangay - LAKAN, Inc.   ASBI-LAKAN   
Hermin E. Arceo
Ariel S. Arceo
Efren C. Dela Cruz
Agathon Teodoro O. Uvero
Francisco B. Aniag, Jr.
Atty. Efren C. Dela Cruz
97.   Adult School Drop-Out   ASD   
Wilfrido C.Naval
Marilyn C. Naval
Ferdinand A. Ong
Susan O. Corpuz
Niña Mae DelaCruz Sasa
98.   A-Seamariners Inc.   ASI   
Capt. Maximo G. Garcia, LLB
Capt. Meneleo T. Enriquez
Capt. Edgardo F. Arcay
Capt. Rodolfo A. Guevara
Engr. Rodrigo U. Amurao
99.   Alagad Ng Sining   ASIN   
Faye Maybelle Lorenz
Claudio S. Labadan
Jeffrey M. Cortez
Marilou M. Capayag
Ana Lou E. Salinas
100.   Asosasyon ng Mangangalakal   ASKAL   
Eugenio S. Ynion, Jr.
Liwayway M. Forte
Roman G. Leus
Gima B. Granado
Iñigo Q. Basagre
Petition for registration as a party-list group withdrawn on May 17, 2012
101.   Ating Guro   ATING GURO   
Benjo G. Basas
Atty. Emilio B. Abelita III
Armando M. Aquino
Alfonso G. Gomez, Jr.
Arsenio R. Jallorina
Juanito B. Dona, Jr.
Martin Heginio C. Querubin
102.   Aktibong Tricycle Ng Masa Inc   ATM   
Bernard P. Mendoza
Edgardo R. Milan
Hadji Akmad D. Wahab
Vener V. Obispo
Isagani R. Bogabel
Rolando C. Bantegui
Ronelio C. Tarriela
Jesus A. Adorna
Rodolfo F. Del Rosario
Danilo DM. Ignacio

103.   Alyansang mga Tsuper at Transport Operators ng Mindanao, Inc.,   ATTOM   
Ramon Edison C. Batacan
Paterno P. Pausal
Meyasser T. Patadon
104.   Anti War / Anti Terror Mindanao Peace Movement   AWAT MINDANAO   
Jose G. Agduma II
Christy Joy C. Arellano
Jose Neoldino C. Del Corro
Diomedes A. Fanlo, Jr.
Johnny B. Padua
105.   Philippine Banana Pioneer Foundation, Inc.   BANANA WORKERS   
Cresencio B. Saycon, Jr.
Jodivine J. Montecalvo
Nilo B. Teorosio
Julius C. Maningo
Danilo Marcos C. Gotera
106.   Bagong Koalisyon Ng Nagkakaisang Samahan Ng Sektor ng Transportasyon, Inc.   BANGON TRANSPORT   
Cesar P. Ambrosio
Atty. Julian F. Oliva, Jr.
Canido Cesar M. Austria
Cyril G. Manaoag
Palomaria E. Andres
To NOT consider or include in the list of registered parties for May 13, 2013 elections per Resolution No. 9412
107.   Bantay OCW Foundation, Inc.   BANTAY OCW   
Graciano G. Victor
Atty. Dante P. Mercado
Atty. Alhambra L. Alfafara
Susan M. Andes
Leo A. Riingen
did not file petition for registration as a party-list group
108.   Ako Para Sa Batang Pinoy   BATANG PINOY   
Jewel May Lobaton-Pimentel
Tiffany Marie C. Simeon
Trina Jose De Vera
Maria Sheila B. Ambray
Iahrose N. Imperial
109.   Buklod Bayaning Beterano   BBB   
Col. Juanito C. Recio (Ret)
Atty. Froilan A. Bagabaldo
Antonio Braulio B. Bumanglag
Arturo V. Bringas
Dionesia T. Guliman
Petition for registration as a party-list group was dismissed on Oct. 21, 2009; Motion for Reconsideration was denied on Dec. 09, 2009
110.   Bonafide and Enlightened Scions of Truth Guardians Coalition Party List   BEST GUARDIANS   
Antonio O. Capanan
Rolando B. Bernardo
Elpidio N. Rubio, Jr.
NoelB. Magadia
Rev. Ronald S. Langub, Sr.
*
Antonio O. Capanan
Rolando B. Bernardo
Alexander V. Laude
Noel B. Magadia
Rev. Ronald S. Langub, Sr.
* with Manifestation / Motion filed on May 23, 2012 submitting the new lists of its nominees
111.   Black and White Political Party   BLACK AND WHITE   
Leah L. Navarro
Marco R. Cabrera
Jose R. Morales
Mary Shinn A. Ramos
Nolasco S. Apolonio
112.   Bangon Mangingisda   BM   
Alejandro C. Rances
Elmer M. Leonardo
Ruben B. Palmaria
Michael S. Flores
Miguel M. Salapare
113.   Bravo For Justice, Inc.   BRAVO   
Alfredo N. Orbeta, Jr.
Rowena S. Sablan
Elizardo E. De Layola
Atty. Jose Maria Z. Carpio
Ferdinand A. Orbeta
Petition for registration dismissed on June 20, 2012; with pending motion for reconsideration
114.   Social Security System Beneficiaries, Retirees, Pensioners Association Incorporated   BRP-SSS   
Antonio C. Magsipoc
Hermelando G. Marañon
Lourdes M. Banua
Maria Magdalena L. Rodriguez
Roberto L. Beltran
115.   Courage Government Employees Party List   COURAGE   
Ferdinand R. Gaite
Jane M. Antonio
Pedro DS. Escosia, Jr.
Rodrigo L. Aranjuez
Annie DL. De la Cerna
Eric T. Avanzado
Antonia H. Pascual
Marcial A. Araba
Amada D. Dimaculangan
Elisa S. Magallanes
Roman C. Mamolo
Nenita T. Valdez
with "Withdrawal of Nomination of Party-List Nominees" filed thru counsel on May 31, 2012
116.   D'Manggagawa Balo Solo Parent Senior Citizen Civic Community, Inc.   D'MBS   
Norma Cruz Nueva
Anthony M. Vidal
Ronald Marie C. Nueva
Ma. Blesilda Dans
Gil G. Gundayao
117.   Educational Development Services for ARMM   EDSA   
Abdulpatta A. Malun
Amil s. Flamiano
Junaid M. Doro
Claireyenne M.Leuterio
Rahman B. Sabito
118.   Empleyadong Nagtataguyod ng Bagong Anyo ng Kapaligiran   EN BANK   
Amie T. Tiro
Albert M. Visitacion
Mervin S. Panganiban
Ervin P. Cano
Mike A. Alberto
119.   Fitness Pinoy Association, Inc   FITNESS PINOY   
Enrico Moreno R. Bautista
Jose Mari O. Magsalin
Marlon M. Herrera
Arwell S. Babiera
Jerome A. Miranda
120.   WWW.FOREXDEALERS,COM CORP.   FXD/MC   
Taib A. Abdurahman
Elizabeth M. Tayuan
Jamier M. Yahiya
John A. Abdurahman
Maritess S. Cortez
121.   Guardians of Orphans and Disabled Inc.   GOOD   
Roberto M. Mata
Antonio c. Vergara
Felix S. Quiamzon
Francisco G. Sia
Armand A. Martin
122.   Association of Guard, Utility Helper, Aider, Rider, Driver/Domestic Helper, Janitor, Agent,Nanny of the Phils. Inc.   GUARDJAN   
Leonardo B. Olaer
Josefa A. Vidal
JoJo B. Mangawang
Mildred C. Olaer
Lilia O. Hontanosas
Petition for registration was denied on Nov. 19, 2009; motion for reconsideration denied on Jan. 06, 2010
123.   Hanapbuhay Para Sa Pinoy, Inc.   HAPPI   
Juan P. Sanchez, Jr.
Ike "Butch" Canoy
Rafael S. Chico
Sarah P. Deloraya
124.   Hukbong Querubin Humanitarian Team, Inc.   HQ   
Jose Martin A. Loon
Gian Paolo C. Relampagos
Roy C. Devesa
John S. Querubin
Alfred V. Francisco
125.   Isang Sikap Pinoy   I SIKAP PINOY   
Gary Jason B. Ejercito
Michael B. Garcia
Germel "Gerry" R. Perit
Ma. Chona G. Magayones
Jose D. Manez
126.   Ng Bayan Ikaw Ang Laging Wagi, Inc.   ILAW   
Gerald Hilarion M. Ramiro
Edward O. Gutierrez
Romeo A. Penilla
Astredes M. Tongcua
Napoleon T. Lorena
127.   Ina ng Bayan   INA   
Patricia Yvette M. Ocampo
Corazon D. Santiago
Atty. Minerva A. Macaspac
Rebecca B. Miranda
Ma. Felisa Eileen M. Bolla
128.   1 Volunteers & Riders Association of the Phils.   IV-RAP   
Noel O. Quidilla
Atty. Gabriel B. Octava
Victorino S. Villanueva
Antonio M. Amulong
Wilfredo F. Zablan
129.   Kalahi Sectoral Party   KALAHI   
Brigido R. Simon, Jr.
Danilo Andre M. Sevilla
Jomari A. Aquino
Atty. Jovencio R. Abara
Elma M. Manguing
To delete from the list of registered parties, organizations pursuant to Resolution No. 9412
130.   Kalikasan Green Party of the Philippines   KALIKASAN   
Raymond De Vera Palatino
Clemente G. Bautista
Jean Suzanne A. Lindo
Ma. Geobelyn L. Beraye
Romeo G. Arcilla
Francis S. Morales
Apollo S. Sangalang
131.   Asosasyon ng mga Kasambahay sa Pilipinas, Inc.   KASAMBAHAY   
Rosemarie G. Palma
Ophella P. Javier
Carmelito D. Tungia
Gil C. Llano
Merlinda R. Adasa
132.   Mindanao Allied Forces Inc   MAF   
Dante A. Saud, Jr.
Bailon S. Dimaukom
Datu Hassan M. Usman
Datu Sumusunod Jimmy S. Man-Anohog
Abubakar I. Barahama
133.   Magdalo Para Sa Pilipino   MAGDALO   
Gary C. Alejano
Francisco Ashley L. Acedillo
Manuel G. Cabochan
Billy S. Pascua
Segundino P. Orfiano, Jr.
134.   Manila Teachers' Savings and Loan Association, Inc.   MANILA TEACHERS   
Virgilio S. Lacson
Paul L. Sembrano
Gil T. Magbanua
Asuncion B. Howe
Angelita L. Alfanie
135.   Mindanao Alliance For Reforms   MAR   
Joventino V. Diamante
Binang S. Jaruni
Romulo T. Calabria
David T. Alipan
Dario L. Maratas
Alberto V. Diamante*
Datu Eddie G.Alvarez*
Deogracias T.Galea*
submitted CONA on April 2, 2012;

*w/ Ex-Parte Motion to submit additional names of Nominees & to admit attached CONA of additional nominees (6 to
136.   Movement of Women for Change and Reform   MELCHORA   
Mary Grace Ibuna
Leslie L. Mitra
137.   Migrante Sectoral Party of Overseas Filipinos and their Families   MIGRANTE   
Concepcion B. Regalado
Garry C. Martinez
Emmanuel C. Villanueva
Jonathan B. Canchela
Dion Carlo C. Cerrafon
Siony Tarroza Torzar
138.   Mamamayan Tungo sa Maunlad na Pilipinas   MTM PHILS   
Renato P. Uy
Joseph T. Entero
Samuel M. Ganzan
Diolito N. Inosanto
139.   National Crusaders For Peace & Democracy Inc.   NCPD   
Romeo B. Maganto
Faith B. Maganto
Rommel E. Maganto
140.   Ang Bagong Noypi Movement, Inc.   NOYPI   
Juvenal H. Catajoy, Jr.
Andrew Tupas, Jr.
Oray A. Gampong
Jimmy A. Pasandalan
Wenceslao Magallanes

141.   OFW Family Club Inc.   OFW FAMILY   
Roy V. Señeres, Sr.
Juan "Johnny" R. Revilla
Roy M. Señeres, Jr.
Hannah S. Francisco
Melchor B. Rosales
142.   Padayon Pilipino   PADAYON PILIPINO   
Vladimir R. Elazegui
Dixon Quiblat Yasay
Alberto B. Acain
Natasha E. Elazegui
Marvin Jose Z. Mesa
143.   Pinoy Aasenso Ka   PAK   
Omar M. Guinomla
John Virgil M. Santos
Filomena DC. Dilao
Eusebio L. Macugay, Jr.
Jamil De Vega Mora
144.   Piston Land Transport Coalition Inc.   PISTON   
George Ferrer San Mateo
Edilberto Arcena Gonzaga
Edgardo Anas Salarda
Rolando C. Mingo
Eduardo M. Ferreras
Modesto Floranda
145.   Partido Lakas ng Masa   PLM   
Dante Josef Garduce Lagman
Cesar Sagaya Melencio
Renecio Santos Espiritu Jr.
Nelia Billones Vibar
Portia Moreno Ariesgado
with Manifestation & Motion to Withdraw Intent to Participate in the 2013 Party-list Elections filed on Aug. 01, 2012
146.   Partidong Manggagawa Coalition   PM COALITION   
Renato B. Magtubo
Gerardo F. Rivera
Annie E. Geron
Benjamin S. Tundag
Philadelfa D. Burdeos
Petition for registration dismissed on July 27, 2012
147.   Poor's Free College Inc.   POORFREECOLL   
Manuel E. Ballelos, Jr.
Buenaventura N. Cabungcal, Jr.
Teresita E. Ballelos
Avelino A. Padirayon
Aireen Pelle Magaro
148.   Pilipinas Para Sa Pinoy   PPP   
Paterno L. Esmaquel
Epifanio B. Subaldo, Jr.
Antonieto I. Pernia
Winnifredo G. Lati
Jesus A. Simora
149   Pilipinos with Disabilities   PWD   
Michael I. Barredo
Manuel V. Agcaoili
Adeline O. Ancheta
Octavio San Agustin Gonzales
Luis B. Arellano
150.   RAM GUARDIANS INC.   RAM GUARDIANS   
Proceso L. Maligalig
Edwin M. Itable
Ericson C. Aurelio
Antonio A. Daza
Roberto G. Rocio
151.   Samahan ng Nagtataguyod ng Daang Matuwid   SANDAMA   
Neil A. Avila
Alexander C. Rances
Roel A. Marquez
Lina S. Gomez
Analyn L. Mangubat
152.   Mindoro Sandugo Para Sa Kaunlaran, Inc.   SANDUGO   
Francis S. Cusi
Regino M. Quing, Jr.
Manuel A. Morente, Jr.
King Philip B. Dimapilis
Renato M. Maling
153.   Sanlakas   SANLAKAS   
Marie Marguerite M. Lopez
Flora A. Santos
Jose Aaron M. Pedrosa, Jr.
Erastus Noel T. Delizo
Erwin R. Puhawan
154.   Sararong Bicolnon Inc.   SARARONG BICOLNON   
Gladina A. Villar
Gloria A. Villar
Romeo A. Sinnung
Francisco Dela Cruz Miralles
Petition for registration dismissed on July 27, 2012
155.   Sari Sari Movement For Modernization And Equity, INC.   SARI-SARI   
Rafael S. Rodriguez
Oscar O. Lopez
Marino C. Macandog
Michael A. Aldeguer
Aurelio B. Clitar
Petition for registration as a party list group dismissed on March 7, 2012; with pending Motion for Reconsideration
156.   Sports Excellence For Healthier Life's Journey   SEL-J   
Jay Y. Lacnit
Alexander L. Acain, Jr.
Restituto S. Fernandez
Titus Arnold G. Alberto
Albert T. Concha, Jr.
157.   Samahang Ilocanong Magsasaka   SI   
Manuel Carag Taguba
Joel Ramirez Lobo
Venturado Morillo Tamang
Leal Bacani Domincel
Joana Marie Olarte Garrido
158.   Samahan ng mga Personero sa Aduana Inc   SPA   
Reynaldo L. Hondolero
Atty. Domingo A. Doroja
Leonido P. Santiago
Danilo M. Cruz
Emily P. Hondolero
Petition for registration dismissed on July 27, 2012
159.   Tanod Bayan Kontra Krimen Organization   TABAKK   
Adolfo B. Doctor
Romeo C. Destura
Leslie D. Moreno
Eduardo D. Dooma
Romeo M. Lucero
160.   Ang Tubig ay Bigay Policy Reform Movement   Tubig (H20)   
Engracia Q. Bangaoil
George A. Soriano
Aurelio T. Soriano
Edgardo E. Dagdag
Andres A. Erolin
161.   Ugnayan ng Maralita Laban Sa Kahirapan   UMALAB KA   
Maria Angela N. Esquivel
Arnold P. Castro
Edgardo Edwin A. Segaya
Noel S. Cano
Nicanor R. Salameda, Jr.
162.   Urban Poor and Dev't. Services, Inc.   UPDS   
Ronnie C. Dellamas
Myrna O. Lacanilao
Victoria B. Balimbin
Fernando C. Vergara, Jr.
Edilberto P. Fernando
163.   Worldwide Anti-Crime and Child Abuse Assistance Group, Inc.   WACCAA   
Marilyn Digman Esden
Albino Andrew Uy Cheng
Gudillo Renegado Lapay
petition for registration as a party-list group was dismissed per Order dated May 29, 2012(for being filed out of time) w/ pending Motion for reconsideration
164.   1 Wil Serve   WIL   
Ferdinand A. Domingo
Christopher G. Reyno
Leonard S. De Vera
Lemuel M. Santos
Peter Francis G. Zagala
165.   Wow Philippines Pro-Environment Party   WOW PHILIPPINES   
Steven Anthony T. Relova
Christopher S. Paredes
Cecilia C. Taniegra
Carmelo B. Babela
Raiton B. Mayoralgo

NAME OF PARTY-LIST   ACRONYM   NOMINEES   REMARKS
1.   Vendors Aggrupation, Inc.   @1 Vendors   
Yussuf Candidato Macalangcom
2.   1 Alliance Advocating Autonomy Party   1 AAA PARTY   
Atty. Pantaleon D. Alvarez
Emmanuel D. Cifra
Atty. Eddie U. Tamondong
Herculano C. Co, Jr.
Alfonso A. Alvarez
3.   1 ABANTE NA PINOY INC.   1 ABANTE NA PINOY   
Ruben M. Abante
Abraham N. Vallega
Orlando C. Cutaran, Jr.
Enrico L. Torres
Marites D. Liwanag
4.   Adbokasiya Para Sa Mga Handikap At Ispesyal Na Kabataan, Itaguyod Natin
1 ADHIKAIN   
Danilo Lagac De Jesus
Atty. Ianela Jusi-Barrantes
Reden T. Perez
Melissa Rose B. Pillora
Lolita E. Almoguera
Isagani David Catanghal
Perfecto M. Luardo, Jr.
Luzviminda A. Cleofas
Rolando O. Catanghal
Jovita C. Ronquillo
5.   Isa Akong Magsasaka Foundation   1 AM   
Claron R. Alcantara
Silvino Q. Tejada
Laureano Arnulfo F. Manalac
Roberto M. Solon
Alberto A. Sabarias
6.   1 Ang Bagong Alyansang Tagapagtaguyod ng Adhikaing Sambayanan   1 ANG BATAS   
Mauricio Melanio, Jr.
Jamairy L. Domado
John A. Endriga
Ariel M. Pacis
Ferdinand S. Domingo
7.   The Philippine Association of GSIS, AFPSLAI, SSS and Allied Members, Inc.   1 PAGASA   
Atty. J. Oswald B. Lorenzo
Frances Adelaide C. Lorenzo
Bobby M. Datimbang
Benjamin B. Pinzon
Paterno M. Mortel
8.   1+1 Katipunan Party-List   1+1 KATIPUNAN   
Delfin J. Wenceslao, Jr.
John A. Bautista
Artemio R. Arugay
Veneranda M. Dela Peña
Mayette C. Apostol
9.   1A Adhikain Inc.   1A ADHIKAIN, INC.   
Adelo S. Flores
Wenifreda N. Esguerra
Nelson L. Jaya
Angelita P. Carpio
Joey M. Uy
10.   Isang Alyansang Aalalay Sa Pinoy Skilled Workers   1-AALALAY   
Darryl A. Toledo
Michael L. Mendoza
Reynaldo A. De Leon
Edgar T. Pacifico
Roy T. Mallillin
11.   A Action Moral & Values Recovery Reform Philippines Inc.   1-AAMOVER   
Dr. Abulkhayer P. Sambitory
Azis O. Pagayocan
Abner B. Dalapu
Rodolfo A. Bringas, Jr.
Hernando B. Bruce
12.   Nagkaisang Alay sa Bayan ng Maka-Diyos at Makabayang Nangangalakal   1ABAYAN   
Artemio B. Caña, Sr.
Agakhan I. Dianalan
Pacifico D. Laxa
Roberto R. Barrales
Joseph C. Tan
13.   1-ABILIDAD, INC.   1-ABILIDAD   
Puramaryver F. Saquing
Wanda M. Talosig
Marichu T. Benavides
Reynaldo De Mesa Galicia
Fancis Bernard Caguioa
14.   1-A HEALTH   1-AH   
Julianito L. Bona
Rafael Lito V. Dela Peña
Hector B. Centeno
Quintin P. Alcid, Jr.
Rhodora N. Angala
15.   1-Alliance of Inmates Detainees and Dalaw
1-AID DALAW   
Henedina P. Javellana
Khrisna Khastria V. Trestiza
Rogelio Altarejos Danao
Mark Vinzon Roxas
Roberto Rivera
16.   Aurora Integrated Multi-Purpose Cooperative   1-AIMCOOP   
Marichu Flor O. Gales
Jane Ligutom
Rizza L. Velasco
Aiza O. Atienza
Theress June T. Peñaflor
*
Pacienciano A. Tomarong*
Dionesio C. Soronio
Noel D. Espaldon
Salip Mohammad Alsree
Gay Marissa C. Ceniza
* with new set of Nominees submitted togetherwith new CONA per "Manifestation of Withdrawal of Nomination"
17.   1-AANGAT KA PILIPINO, Inc.,   1-AK   
Eduardo C. Morales
Melchor S. Plaza
Arturo C. Sampana
Federico J. Reyes
Diosdado T. Alvarado
Petition for registration dismissed on May 09, 2012
18.   1-Akong Minimum Wage Earner   1-AKONG MINIMUMWAGER   
Anthony M. Villafranca
Erwin M. De Guzman
Joan R. Villafranca
Cyril I. Capistrano
Christian P. Manlongat

19.   Una Ang Edukasyon   1-ANG EDUKASYON   
Atty. Salvador B. Belaro, Jr.
Dr. Nestor V. Dela Cruz
Prof. Guia T. Goduco
Dr. Edith S. Bunuan
Prof. Reynaldo Anthony N. Napay
20.   1 â€" Alliance Of Public Transport Organization   1-APTO   
Ireneo C. Calico, Jr.
Nerissa B. Laping
Wilfredo G. Juan
Joan A. Lagunda
21.   1-Asal Party List   1-ASAL   
Atty. Ryan L. Tanjutco
Raymundo R. Yupangco
Maria Lourdes V. Tanjutco
Nimfa B. Astillero
Natividad C. Gabriel
22.   1 BANAT & AHAPO Party-List Coalition   1-BAP   
Atty. Silvestre H. Bello III
Atty. Salvador B. Britanico
Mr. Jimmy U. De Castro
Mrs. Jacquiline R. Ramos
Mr. Jim C. Cabauatan
Petition for registration as a party-list coalition was DISMISSED on July 27, 2012. The Manifestation of Intent to Participate in the 2013 Elections of the two duly-registered sectoral organizations, namely BANAT & 1-AHAPO, are hereby GIVEN DUE COURSE, subject to the submission of its respective list of nominees.
23.   1ePinoy, Inc.   1ePINOY
Joel Jaime P. Payumo
Billy Reymond G .de Leon
24.   Gumil Filipinas, Inc. (GUNGLO DAGITIMANNURAT NGA ILOKANO TI FILIPINAS, INC.)   1-GUMIL   
Vivencio S. Baclig
Teodoro P. Molina
Dionisio S. Bulong
Vilmer V. Viloria
Juan S.P. Hidalgo, Jr.
25.   1 Joint Alliance Of Marginalized Group, Inc.   1 JAMG   
Romero A. Mercado
Sheila Marie Y. Fernandez
Julian Eugene SB. Chipeco
Benjamin M. Felismino II
David B. Villa, Sr.
26.   Kanegosyo Association, Inc.   1-KANEGOSYO   
Rodrigo C. Abenojar, Jr.
Dionisio DG. Magpantay
Gerardo A. Del Mundo
Nelson S. Abeleda
Victor F. David
Gerardo Angelo C. Plamengco
27.   Isang Kasambahay Po Asso. Inc.   1-KASAMBAHAY PO   
Ludivina S. Hofer
Arnulfo Pascual B. Santiago
Veronica G. Ambagan
Homer A. Bunyi
Amelia P. Donesa
28.   USA KA KAHUGPUNGAN SA MGA KOOPERATIBA ALANGSA KALINAW UG KALAMBUAN SA MINDANAO    1-KOOP MINDANAO   
Sabiniano S. Canama
Jose Romeo B. Ebron
Hector S. Tuburan, Sr.
Rosalino D. Sumile
Luis D. Carrillo
Mansueto V. De La Pena
Pablo M. Durias
Gadwin E. Handumon






29.   Isang Lapian Ng Mangingisda At Bayan Tungo Sa Kaunlaran   1-LAMBAT   
Reynaldo C. Soriano
Eurie Rafael S. Manalo
Eleanor R. Sanchez
Aresnio S. Rodriguez, Jr.
Joselina R. Alcantara
Ferdinand P. Clemente
Crispin L. Marinas
30.   Isang Pangarap ng Bahay sa Bagong Buhay ng Maralitang Kababayan Inc.   1-PABAHAY   
Atty. Nereo R.T. Joaquin, Jr.
Juveley P. Panganiban
Kenway H. Tan
Arnulfo S. Baria
Annabella G. Revadenera
31.   Partido ng Champions at Manlalaro   1PACMAN   
Davey Christian R. Chua
Joseph Andrew D. Torres
Renato B. Babela
Recto K. Ali
Rodeick R. Taniegra
Petition for registration dismissed;
With pending motion for reconsideration
32.   1 PINOY PARA SA KALIKASAN, INC.   1 PINOY FOR KALIKASAN   
Roselyn E. Paras
Azalea D. Hidalgo
Julienne L. Baronda
Calixto G. Zaldivar III
Reynaldo E. Iñigo
33.   1 Para Sa Bayan   1PSB   
Lorenzo B. Zuniga, Jr.
Junn B. Magno
Pierre Z. Avila
Delfin S. Sarmiento
Manuel M. Ramos
34.   1 Serve The People   1STP   
Atty. Mauro John S. Reyes III
Roberto Gomez Brillante
Atty. Stephen L. David
Eufrocina C. Ramos
Zoilo R. Cruz
35.   1 Team For Education Advancement and Change Inc.   1TEACH   
Ulpiano P. Sarmiento III
Antonio H. Abad, Jr.
Dra. Belen B. De Jesus
Marciano G. Delson
Maritonie Renee D. Resurreccion
36.   Magdiwang Maharlikang Mamamayan Movement   4M   
Lourdes Carleen C. Mercado
Ernesto Arellano
Sadding A. Ajibul
Leonilo R. Fajardo
Rowena F. Prado
Leo A. Coles
Nilda Q. Evangelista
Joebert Aseo
Nestor B. Agua


37.   Pahiyom Pobreng Pamilyang Pinoy, Inc   4P'S   
Michael M. Sabban
Jaycee Rey Canonigo
Renita F. Guiwa
Kristy Lyn Buctuan
Jennifer Mae Jumawan
38.   A Democratic Alliance   A DAHON   
Patrick M. Mc Crann
Maria Carolina V. Taruc
Ferdinand L. Beltran
Irineo A. Diao
39.   AAA-Aviation Advancement Advocates Inc.   AAA   
Daniel A. Dimagiba
Montano B. Nazario
Reynaldo SJ. Jimenez
Cezar B. Germino
Conrado G. Rosales, Jr.
Herminio A. Dario, Jr.
Efril B. Dano
Elfren P. Caldoza
Maria Corazon M. Luna
Andres R. Labayan
40.   Association of Airline & Airport Workers   AAAW   
Emelou B. Estrella
Al-Ken E. Serrador
Joseph B. Burgos
Manuel V. Icasiano
Petition for registration was dismissed on July 27, 2012
41.   AKO AN BISAYA   AAB   
Rodolfo T. Tuazon
Gerome Dangca Gumabon
Atty. Moises S. Tolentino, Jr.
Rodolfo G. Tuazon, Jr.
Charmagne Carlo S. Uy
42.   Addicts and Alcoholics Carrying the Message Association Inc.   AACMA, Inc.   
Danilo V. Roleda
Clemente A. Abella, Jr.
Pedro S. Cayco
Gary L. Yupangco
Alfredo L. Ramos, Jr.
43.   Ang Ating Damayan Citizens Alliance   AAD   
Ermelo C. Ranola
Jonathan Jesus N. Navea
Antonio D. Sibug
Marilyn R. Certeza
Ramon C. Cortes
*
Ermelo C. Rañola
Rodrigo B. Gutang
Jose Ma. Rosendo A. Solis
Edmar C. Dein
Ma. Lilibeth C. Kilderry

* with Revised List of Nominees as per"Manifestation" filed on May 16, 2012
44.   Ang Alyansa Laban Sa Pang-aapi Sa May Kapansanan at Pang-aabuso sa Likas na Yaman   AALALAY   
Jesus M. Osmena
Jimmy C. Estacio
Rachel Lynn D. Lalas
Belen D. Aliazas
Peter Neil O. Visitacion
w/ Manifestation for change of acronym from1-AALALAY to ALAY-AKAY
45.   Angat Ahon Magsasaka   AAM   
Benito C. Salazar
Silvestre B. Bonto, Sr.
Edmond Edward M. Flaminiano
Bilmario B. Coirdero
Benjamin V. Villanueva
46.   AAMOR â€" Aabante Aaksyonan Abusado Amor   AAMOR   
Atty. Napoleon Uy Galit
Ahmad Amir A. Balindong
Jeff G. Pastor
Abner P. Eleria
Melito B. Lupanggo
47.   Ating Agapay Sentrong Samahan ng mga Obrero, Inc.   AASENSO   
Teodoro G. Montoro
Robert E. Ganzon
Samuel Bumangil
Eladio V. Gatmaitan
Marcelo B. Soriano
48.   Abante Retirees Party-List Organization   ABANTE RETIREES   
Plaridel M. Abaya
Ruel S. Urgello
Aravela A. Ramos
Van D. Luspo
Ma. Belen F. Nocon
*
Plaridel M. Abaya
Ruel S. Urgello
Aravela A. Ramos
Edwin R. Lopez
Ma. Belen F. Nocon
* with 2nd set of nominees filed under docket no. SPP 12-251 (PLM) with the same list of nominees except Nominee No. 4 with Edwin R. Lopez listed on the 2nd set of nominee vice Van D. Luspo
49.   Apila Ng Bayan Inc   ABI   
Alberto L. Ong, Jr.
Fernando P. Chan
Gerald G. Taguinod
Lilia C. Buala
Jessie Joel Rosales
*
Alberto L. Ong, Jr.
Lilia C. Buala
Gerard G. Taguinod
Lilia C. Buala
Jessie Joel Rosales

* with new set of Nominees per Manifestation filed on May 22, 2012
50.   Abante Bicol Oragon, Inc.   ABO INC.   
Procio R. Pilapil
Hernani C. Formalejo
Marcelo M. Tabago
Julius Caesar Gaerlan, Jr.
Loriboy S. Laurilla
To NOT consider in the list of registered parties per Resolution 9412 promulgated 27 April 2012
51.   Aktibong Bayang Pilipino Inc.   ABP   
Solomon D. Villaplaza
Atty. Carlos L. Espero II
Bishop Celedonio Ompad
Petition for registration was dismissed on July 27, 2012
52.   Ako Ang Batang Sora Movement, Inc.   ABSI   
Vanessa Rose Susano Francisco
Atty. Rodolfo John Robert C. Palattao IV
Evangeline C. Evangelista
Maricel S. Francisco
Michael Ryan S. Francisco
53.   Alliance of Concerned Entrepreneurs for Food Security, Inc.   ACES   
Vianney D. Garol
Kadelle D. Pidor
Elmer M. Mailwas
Silvano B. Maranga
Jimmy D. Poliquit
54.   Anti-Crime and Terrorism-Community Involvement and Support, Inc.   ACT-CIS   
Jerome V. Oliveros
Maria Rosella P. Pagdilao
Jojo Cesar O. Sermonia
55.   Alliance of Concerned Transport Organization Inc.   ACTO   
Efren A. De Luna
Margarita N. Gutierrez
Flordeliza M. Aragon
Fabian D. Aquino
Harry L. Ambrona
56.   Acts-Overseas Filipino Workers Coalition of Organizations   ACTS-OFW   
Feliciano O. Adorna, Jr.
Alfredo P. Consemino
Edesa Badiola-Adorna
Ernie M. Maceda
Anthony T. Alvarez
57.   Alyansa Para Sa Demokrasya   AD   
Cipriano D. San Diego
Lourdes A. Gula
Elena R. Sta. Ana
Trinidad M. Domingo
Mauro M. Llorera, Jr.
Petition for registration was dismissed on July 27, 2012
58.   Alliance for Democracy and Morality â€" Bantay Pasahero   ADAM-BANTAY PASAHERO   
Maximino M. Valiente
Atty. Thelma E. Camunay
Edward M. Isidoro
Ofelia A. Valiente
Dexter C. Reyes
59.   Advance Community Development in New Generation   ADING   
Fernando M. Nicandro
Eufemia J. Oliva
Herminia F. Rarama
Mischel E. Simbulan
Luz M. Macalinao
60.   Ang Guardia Alliance   AGA   
Ronald M. Uychutin
Aileen P. Uychutin
Richard M. Zabat
Gilbert A. Escoto
Alexander Hilario A. Libatique, Jr.
61.   Agilang Pilipino Society Incorporated   AGILA   
Hermelindo Y. Abadiano
Lainoden "Enoy" A. Balindong
Josefina P. Say
Dionisio V. Tan
Rainier Ramon Z. Raymundo
62.   Agilang Pilipino Society Incorporated   AGILANG PILIPINO   
Rainier Ramon Z. Raymundo
Hermelinda Y. Abadiano
Sainoden A. Balindong
Atty. John Paulo Calleja
Josefina P. Say
63.   Aging Pilipino Organization Inc.   AGING PINOY   
Eleazar N. Hernani
Anna Dominguez De Dios
Joshua T. Gargar
Ernesto G. Peña
Erlinda F. Fullece
delisted per Resolution No. 8679 promulgated on Oct. 13, 2009
64.   Ahente Party List Inc.   AHENTE   
Daniel R. Dela Cruz
Ambrocio G. Garcia
Angel G. Vivas, Jr.
Renne Alberto R. Isidro
David G. Brodett
65.   Abyan Ilonggo   AI   
Rolex T. Suplico
Diana G. Biron
Jose Christopher N. Fornier II
Lyndeen John D. Deloria
Francis G. Lavilla
66.   Ako Karay-A   AK   
Salvacion Zaldivar Perez
Alex C. delos Santos
Ma. Angeles P. Azurin
Bella Aurora Z. Julian
Stella V. Jardeleza
67.   Aking Bikolnon   AKI   
Atty. Bartolome R. Rayco
Marites L. Pielago
Edgar N. Carmona
Maricris D. Dolot
Felix M. Paz
68.   Akbay Kalusugan Inc.,   AKIN   
Carmelita P. Crisologo
Corazon Alma G. De Leon
Benjamin A. Moraleda, Jr.
Imelda J. Quirante
Flordeliza P. Peñalosa
69.   Ako at Ang Basura Movement   AKO BA   
Diosdado C. Sebrio, Jr.
Grace R. Cañeja
Gerardo A. Plamenco
Genaro C. Tupaz, Jr.
Michael Angelo S. Lopez
Amario B. Morales

70.   Ako Bisaya Political Party   AKO BISAYA   
Nerissa Corazon C. Soon-Ruiz
Vidal D. Villanueva III
Jarvis S. Prochina
Manuelito D. Pacaldo
Paul Sherwind A. Belciña
71.   Ako ang Pasahero, Inc.   AKOPA   
Dakila J. Bocalan, Jr.
Cynthia J. Castro
Dakila J. Bocalan, Sr.
Renato L. Palag
Wesly R. Esguerra
Marilou Cesacai
Consorcio P. Cesa
72.   Alab ng Pusong Pinoy, Inc.   ALAB   
Alfredo M. Ripoii, Sr.
Pepeton DG. Ejercito
Rosario R. Pili
Daylin S. Juayno
Abraham A. Ugalde
73.   Association of Local Athletics Entrepreneurs and Hobbyists Inc.   ALA-EH   
Elmer T. Anuran
Michael V. Maranan
Luis DS. Palicpic
Armando D. Concha
Armando P. Mercader
74.   Alab Ng Mamamahayag, Inc.   ALAM   
Jerry S. Yap
Atty. Berteni C. Causing
Benny D. Antiporda
Analiza P. Dela Camara-Paz
Joey G. Venancio
w/ Letter dated June 4, 2012 of Mr. Benny D. Antiporda, President, National Press Club of the Phils., furnishing the Commission a copy of his irrevocable resignation as a nominee of ALAM recd from the Chairman's Office on June 15, 2012
75.   Alyansa ng Lapiang Security Guards sa Pilipinas   ALAS-GWARDYA   
Atty. Alfredo L. Bentulan
Doroteo C. Polvorosa
Malunde R. Bentulan
Reymundo C. Heruela
Nathaniel G. Imperial
76.   Alliance of Organizations, Networks and Associations of the Philippines, Inc   ALONA   
Joanna C. Suarez
Danilo C. Suarez, Jr.
Alexis M. Abastillas-Suarez
Adelaida S. Lazaro
Perpetua A. Calinog
*
Danilo C. Suarez, Jr.
Joanna C. Suarez
Alexis M. Abastillas-Suarez
Adelaida S. Lazaro
Perpetua A. Calinog
* per "Manifestation (with Motion to Correct and to Admit)" filed on May 16, 2012
77.   Ang Lakas Texters Operator Development Association Inc.,   ALTODA   
Jesus C. Guab

76.   Atong Paglaum Inc.      ATONG PAGLAUM   
Rodolfo P. Pancrudo
Pablo M. Lorenzo, III
Melchor P. Maramara
Alan D. Igot
Erlyn A. Diaz-Ortigoza
*
Rodolfo P. Pancrudo
Pablo M. Lorenzo, III
Victor G. Noval
Alan D. Igot
Erlyn A. Diaz-Ortigoza
Melchor P. Maramara
* Submitted Amended Certificate of Nomination with Inclusion of Additional Nominee in the person of Victor G. Noval filed by Atty. Fernando Teodulo T. Ortigoza, III
77.   Alliance of Volunteer Educators Party List   AVE   
Eulogio R. Magsaysay
Jose C. Baesa
Nicolas A. Braña, Sr.
Alicia M. Diel
Estelita V. Tucay
78.   The True Marcos Loyalist For God, Country & People Association of the Phil., Inc.   BANTAY   
Maria Evangelina F. Palparan
Joshua M. Encabo
Rubylyn P. Echon
Delbert T. Agustin
Reynark D. Peñaloza
79.   Bayan Muna PartyList   BAYAN MUNA   
Neri J. Colmenares
Carlos Isagani T, Zarate
Hope V. Hervilla
Roman L. Polintan
Andrianne Mark B. Ng
Darby Espiritu Santiago
80.   Bayani Party List   BAYANI   
Guiling "Gene" A. Mamondiong
Alvin V. Abejuela
Homer B. Bueno
Doris S. Nuval
Fitrilyn C. Dalhani
Marie Marjorie R. Jaramilla
Rodrigo D. Bonifacio
Israel V. De Castro
Atty. Ranibal D. Dilangalen
Manuel L. Serra, Jr.
81.   Bagong Henerasyon   BH   
Bernadette Cruz-Herrera Dy
Edgar Allan D. Dy
Katherine Rose T. Gancayco
Redentor S. Tuazon
Daciano David C. Palami
82.   Binhi-Partido Ng Mga Magsasaka para Sa Mga Magsasaka   BINHI   
Ryan Vincent L. Uy
Pacifico Rico C. Fajardo Jr.
Nelson E. Villanueva
Victoriano N. Perez, Jr.
Rodolho P. Torreda, Jr.
83.   Buhay Hayaan Yumabong   BUHAY   
Mariano Michael DM. Velarde
Jose L. Atienza, Jr.
William Irwin C. Tieng
Francisco Xavier S. Padilla
Edgardo M. Capulong
Primitivo D. Chua, M.D.
84.   Butil Farmers Party   BUTIL   
Agapito M.Guanlao
Cecilia Leonila V. Chavez-Custodio
Isidoro C.Santos
Wilfredo A. Antimano
Miguel P. Luma-ang
Prudencio F. Consolacion
Leoncio W. Haber
85.   Citizens' Battle Against Corruption   CIBAC   
Sherwin N. Tugna
Cinchona Cruz-Gonzales
Armi Jane R. Borje
Virginia S. Jose
Stanley Clyde C. Flores
Emmanuel Joel J.Villanueva, Chairman and President
86.   Citizens' Battle Against Corruption   CIBAC   
Atty. Luis K. Lokin, Jr.
Bibiano C. Rivera, Jr.
Atty. Antonio P. Manahan, Jr.
Teresita F. Planas
Jesus Emmanuel L. Vargas
Maria Blanca Kim Bernardo-Lokin
President
87.   Cocofed-Philippine Coconut Producers Federation, Inc.    COCOFED   
Atty. Emerito S. Calderon
Atty. Domingo P. Espina
88.   Coconut Farmers Association of Linamon Lanao del Norte, Inc.   COFA   
Juris O. Macabago
Rosalina L. Almaden
Sheila G. Morales
Editha D. Mabuhay
Johna Mae O. Sigue
89.   Confederation of NonStock Savings and Loan Associations, Inc.   CONSLA   
Ricardo L. Nolasco, Jr.
Carlyzar S. Divinagracia
Milagros C. Azanza
Miguel J. Villaor
Edgardo V. Banal
90.   Cooperative Natcco Network Party   COOP-NATCCO   
Cresente Calago Paez
Anthony Miranda Bravo
Herminio Cruz Herandez
Emmanuel Ledesma Solis, Jr.
Norman Tarraya Diaz
91.   Democratic Independent Workers Association,Inc.   DIWA   
Atty. Emmeline Y. Aglipay
Ramon D. Bergado
Pepito M. Pico
Atty. Leopoldo A. Blanco, Jr.
Prof. Federico A, Balanag
92.   Filipino-Muslim Party List   FILMUS   
Hassan U. Dalimbang
Atty. Nazir H. Ynawat
Adriano B. Balindoa
Nisreen R. Kaludin
Kasim T. Ali
93.   Firm 24-K Association, Inc.   FIRM  24-K   
Artemio T. Lachica
Naomi L. Licuanan
Rodolfo A. Santoyo, Jr.
Reynaldo P. Sy, Sr.
Arnulfo C. Balbin
Geneve D. Yamson
Manuel C. Hermogila
Roberto B. Matociños
Valeriano G. Ola
Norhaida T. Bakil
94.   Gabriela Women's Party   GABRIELA   
Luzviminda C. Ilagan
Emerenciana A. De Jesus
Lucia F. Francisco
Leona M. Entena
Leny G. Ocasines
Marina C. Amacio
Mila L. Singson
Jenelyn N. Caballero
95.    Green Force   GREEN FORCE   
Ramon Ramos Ignacio
Nino Pacia Ignacio
Atty. Freddie Bersamin Feir
Bienvenido Agbayani Jimenez, Jr.
Crispin Orencia Peralta, Jr.
96.   Itenerant Vendors Alliance of the Philippines   IVAP   
Atty. Karim Lawi Panumpang
Atty. Tomas Bondan Baga, Jr.
Manggay Guiling Guro, Jr.
Ibrahim M. Macacua
Alibasir A. Somagumba
97.   Kaunlaran ng Agrikultura, Asensadong Probinsiya, Angat ng Bayan   KAAGAPAY   
Ma. Carissa O. Coscolluela
Juan Carlos M. Pineda
Teodoro D. Del Rosario
Elizabeth S. Zavalla
Luz C. Cabungcal
98.   Katipunan ng mga Anak ng Bayan All Filipino Democratic Movement   KAAKBAY   
Leonor Magtolis Briones
Alain Del Bustamante Pascua
Rene Antenor Lopez
Oscar Belleza Yaun
Jocelyn Dujali Buot Catampo
Fernando Garcia Petite
99.   Kabalikat Ng Bayan Sa Kaunlaran   KABAKA   
Amanda Christina L. Bagatsing
Carlito M. Guiang
Atty. Reinerosa S. Tinoco
Ronald P. Canlas
Basilio M. Espiritu, Jr.
100.   Kabataan Party list   KABATAAN   
Vencer Mari E. Crisostomo
Mark Louie T. Aquino
Atty. James Mark Terry L. Ridon
Karlo Mikhail I. Mongaya
Asher Allunar
Lee Erwin M. Biscarra

101.   Kabalikat ng Mamamayan   KABAYAN   
Alberto DC. Javier
Lydia S. Tano
Emilio C. Mendoza
Fahad Amin Alonto
Agnes R. Dejesica
102.    Kapatiran Ng Mga Nakulong Na Walang Sala Inc.   KAKUSA   
Ma. Jesusa A. Sespeñe
Romeo G. Jalosjos
Cipriano D. Robielos III
Jose Nelher D. Palma
Jose G. Pimentel
103.   Kalinga-Advocacy For Social Empowerment And Nation Building Through Easing Poverty, Inc.   KALINGA   
Abigail Faye C. Ferriol
Irene Gay F. Saulog
Uzziel F. Caponpon
Osinando V. Quillao, Jr.
Michael M. Cruz
104.   Kasangga Sa Kaunlaran, Inc.   KASANGGA   
Teodorico T. Haresco, Jr.
Atty. Gwendolyn Ll. Pimentel
Rene U. Villa, Jr.
Jose Ciceron Lorenzo A. Haresco
Jan Christine D.Echiverri
105.   Katribu Indigenous Peoples Sectoral Party   KATRIBU   
Beverly L. Longid
Genasque B. Enriquez
Norma C. Capuyan
Virgilio M. Aniceto
Marcelo S. Carculan
Marjorie M. Dulnuan
.
106   Partido Katutubong Pilipino   KATUTUBO   
Pedro Francisco O. Hernandez
Josephet S. Banghulot
Isabelo B. Aban, Jr.
107.   Kababaihang LingkodBayan Sa Pilipinas   KLBP   
Atty. Ma. Carmen B. Lazaro
Mercidita I. Calingasan
Atty. Thelma D. Bustonera
Wilma P. Bayas
Gloria DR. Martinez
108.   LPG Marketers Association, Inc.   LPGMA   
Arnel U. Ty
Atty. Miguel L. Ponce, Jr.
Jose B. Cruz III
Miguelito P. Bernal, Jr.
Orlando G. Reyes
109.   Pamilyang OFW-SME Network Foundation   OPO   
Joel O. Itallo
Freddie A. Venida
Rafael A. De Leon
Kim G. Larroza
Maria Cristina A. Garcia
110.   Organization of Regional Advocates for Good Governance Onward Nation-Building   ORAGON   
Felizardo R. Colambo
Jose S. Saribong
Judino S. Saribong
Oliver T. Vergara
Angelina D. Cabute
With pending petition for amendment of name
111.   Pilipino Association For Country-Urban Poor Youth Advancement and Welfare   PACYAW   
Rene M. Velarde
Wilfrido Buyson Villarama
Dr. Antonio Godinez Calanoc
Maria Jocelyn Barles
Perla Z. Biron
112.   Pasang Masda Nationwide, Inc.   PASANG MASDA   
Roberto L. Martin
Atty. Ferdinand S. Topacio
Raul B. Raquid
Marcelino C. Mejia
Rogelio C. Serquina
113.   Puwersang Bayaning Atleta   PBA   
Mark Aeron H. Sambar
Sol Angelie E. Libanan
ZC O. Gorres
Allen Gayle A. Geronimo
Ernanie M. Calica
114.   Partido Ng Bayan Ang Bida   PBB   
Lorenzo Y. Cadsawan
Atty. Carlos S. Cao, Jr.
Roger M. Federezo
Evangeline G. Reys
Edouard Christian Benedict V. Camacho
Manolo C. Mercedez
Rosalio A. Flores
Devi Marilou S. Cocson
Joel M. Pimentel
Rolando R. Tumawis


115.   Pro-Active Climate Change Leaders, Inc.   PCL   
Josenino Santos Aventajado
Micahel Alexander M. Ang
Edilberto Perez Perez
Maria Cecilia Beltran Juntereal
Carmela P. Gan
116.   Coalition of Associations of Senior Citizens in the Philippines, Inc.   SENIOR CITIZENS   
Francisco G. Datol, Jr.
Amelia J. Olegario
Maria Isabel Q. Reinoso
Atty. Efren T. Santos
Atty. Ricardo P. Escueta
Jeremias P. Castillon
Francisco G. Datol,Jr.
Chairman
117.   Coalition of Associations of Senior Citizens in the Philippines, Inc.   SENIOR CITIZENS   
Atty. Godofredo V. Arquiza
Milagros Aquino Magsaysay
Atty. David L. Kho
Wilfredo S. Dela Cruz
Jose P. Ordonez, Jr.
Godofredo V.Arquiza
President
118.   Social Movement for Active Reform and Transparency   SMART   
Carlito B. Cubelo
Joseph B. Cubelo
Marcelino A. Vergel De Dios
Penny S. Armendi
Ihan Marcryan M. Manota
119.   Trade Union Congress Party   TUCP   
Atty. Raymond Democrito C. Mendoza
Anthony B. Sasin
Miguel P. Niez
Michael Democrito C. Mendoza
Ramon A. Certeza
Atty. Democrito T.Mendoza, Chairman
120.   Trade Union Congress Party   TUCP   
Roland C. De La Cruz
Atty. Alejandro C. Villaviza
Temistocles S. Dejon, Jr.
Nestor N. Nerbes
Joseph N. Francia
Roberto Flores,Chairman
121.   United Movement Against Drug Foundation,Inc.   UNI-MAD   
Teodoro L. Lim
Maruja G. Jadoc
Harry C. Lorenzo, Jr.
Lilia B. Lim
Joel A. Torregoza
122.   Veterans Freedom Party   VFP   
Eduardo P. Pilapil
Estrella DL. Santos
Justice Manuel R. Pamaran
Joel Joseph A. Cabides
Salacnib I. Tulingan
123.   You Against Corruption and Poverty   YACAP   
Carol Jayne B. Lopez
Mae Asuncion A. Pichay
Benhur B. Lopez, Jr.
Sheila Mae B. Ruelo
Virgelio R. Castillo, Jr.
124.   Yes We Can   YES WE CAN   
Joshua John C. Santiago
Tanya Katherine R. Lyttle
Christopher John S. Cabaral
George Warren R. Yonson
Alfred Isidore O. Nery

NAME OF PARTY-LIST   ACRONYM   NOMINEES   REMARKS

1.   Una Ang Pamilya Partylist formerly ANC Party list   1 ANG PAMILYA   
Romeo C. Prestoza
Atty. Baltazar C. Asadon
Reena Concepcion G. Obillo
Bienvenido L. Geronimo
Virgilio M. Rosete
2.   1-Aani (Usa An Aton Nahigugma Nga Iroy Nga Tuna)   1-AANI   
Domingo D. Vela II
Vivian L. Miranda
Jose Rafael T. Pauig
Angel H. Gatmaitan
Eugene Paul L. Bayani
3.   1 Bro-Philippine Guardians Brotherhood   1BRO-PGBI   
Ronjie L. Daquigan
George M. Duldulao
Bernard Rommel L. Vargas
Rex Alvin A. Bilagot
Vergilio C. Fabe
4.   1st Consumers Alliance For Rural Energy, Inc.   1-CARE   
Edgardo R. Masongsong
Michael Angelo C. Rivera
Concordio S. Quisaot
Atty. Jerry Gwen L. Conde
Cesar G. Gironella
Jesus Y. Castro
5.   1 Guardians Nationalist of the Phiippines,Inc.   1GANAP / GUARDIANS   
Ponciano R. Mapuyan
Leonard C. Lizaso
Edward M. Baldonado
Armando S. Garcia
Rady S. Repetillo
6.   Social Amelioration & Genuine Intervention on Poverty       1-SAGIP   
Erlinda M. Santiago
Edgardo F. Madamba
Remigio S. Casingal
Camilo D. Bacha
Marlou B. Pangilinan
Evelyn N. San Jose-Diaz
Catherine C. Lumbad
Jaime C. Cariaso
Rhodora V. Buenaobra
Paolo Henry M. Marcoleta
7.   1st Kabalikat ng Bayan Ginhawang Sangkatauhan   1ST KABAGIS   
Michael Antonio Aquino Magsaysay
Roman M. Wanasen
Paul Vincent Ching Tan
Raymond Nino Aquino Magsaysay, Jr.
Reynaldo E. Corsino
8.   First People's Representative For Indigent Student Athletes   1st PRISA   
Emmanuel Y. Angeles
Victor V. Perez
Elbert C. Atilano, Sr.
Laureano C. Santos
Jeffrey T. Jervoso
9.   1-United Transport Koalisyon   1-UTAK   
Atty. Vigor Ma. D. Mendoza II
Orlando F. Marquez
Marieto C. Garvida
Perfecto F. Itliong, Jr.
Zenaida J. De Castro
10.   A Blessed Federation of Farmers and Fishermen of Inc.   A BLESSED   
Expedito G. Lorente
Tapa B. Umal
Juanito P. Pring
Jim A. Garen
Editha I. Madrono
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Nicasio V. Illescas
Alejandro C. Benavidea
Nasser D. Antok
11.   Advocacy ForTeacher Empowerment Through Action Cooperation and Harmony Towards Educational Reforms   A TEACHER   
Mariano U. Piamonte, Jr.
Julieta R. Cortuna
Nenita V. Habulan
Elizabeth L. Saldivar
Joseph Noel M. Estrada
12.   Kasosyo Producer-Consumer Exchange Association, Inc.   AA-KASOSYO PartyList   
Nasser C. Pangandaman
Raynor L. Taroy
Renato B. Alano
Maria Liza G. Resurreccion
Roseten E. Tugaff
13.   Alliance of Advocates in Mining Advancement for National Progress   AAMA   
Rafael C. Baniqued, Jr.
Lomino N. Kaniteng
Atty. Michael Jobert M. Marasigan
Roberto C. Buniales
Orencio M. Pusing
Leoncio D. Naoy
Lucio R. Castillo
Ernesto B. Anuncio
Gil I. Ganado
Amado L. Cantos
14.   Ang Asosasyon Sang Mangunguma Nga Bisaya-Owa Mangunguma, Inc.   AAMBIS-OWA   
Atty. Sharon S. Garin
Gerladine P. Arnaiz
James “Jimmy” L. Garin
Ephrem G. Dadivas
Emilio E. Gilo
15.   Ang Agrikultura Natin Isulong   AANI   
Joffrey E. Hapitan
Antonio V. Gonzales
Jose C. Policarpio, Jr.
Rodil S. Ronquillo
Clemente C. Fernandez
Manuel S. Carnaje, Jr.
16.   Alyansang Bayanihan ng mga Magsasaka, Manggagawang Bukid at Mangingisda   ABA   
Leonardo Q. Montemayor
Antonio B. Reyes
Atty. Baltazar A. Sator
Romeo C. Arauag
Ramon S. Canastre, Jr.
17.   Abakada-Guro   ABAKADA   
Jonathan A. Dela Cruz
Atty. Alexander T. Lopez
Rodolfo A. Tor
Atty. Reynaldo B. Parungao
Josephine C. Reyes
Ed Vincent S.Albano
Secretary General
18.   Abakada Guro Party-List   ABAKADA   
Atty. Artemio G. Tuquero
Atty. Lope E. Feble
Atty. Pedro T. Dabu, Jr.
Atty. Noel T. Tiampong
Jerry D. Alfonso
Samson S. Alcantara
President
19.   Abante Mindanao,Inc.   ABAMIN   
Maximo B. Rodriguez, Jr.
Virginia T. Sering
Irenetta C. Montinola
Dionisio M. Caballero
Sergio E. Firmacion II
20.   Abang Lingkod, Inc.   ABANG LINGKOD   
Joseph Stephen S. Paduano
Patrick Leonard S. Lacson
William V. Saratobias
Eric G. Aguilar
Dionisio L. Manuel
21.   Abante Katutubo Inc.   ABANTE KA   
Atty. Hermenegildo C. Dumlao
Atty. Jose B. Lopez
Teodorico P. Calica
Hezel P. Gacutan
Ely Immaculada A. de Pablo
Manuel T. Navera
Ceferino G. Estillore
Joel V. Jimenez, Sr.
22.   Alliance For Barangay Concerns   ABC   
Gerardo A. Panghulan
Jose B. Castigador, Jr.
Fredeline O. Tudio
Atty. Alfredito E. Forteza
Miguel C. Inocencio, Jr.

23.   Abono Party List   ABONO   
Conrado M. Estrella III
Francisco Emmanuel R. Ortega III
Erika Caitlin T. Dy
Ronald Allan Q. So
Oftociano M. Manalo
24.   Abot Tanaw   ABOT TANAW   
Dante G. Guevarra
Dennis N. Villa-Ignacio
Ancel V. Cañete
Ramoncito B. Cabalu
Winston G. Desiderio
25.   Alliance of Bicolnon Party   ABP   
Enrique O. Olonan
Neil D. Vargas
Efren M. Lumbera
Henry Steve R. Olonan
Salvador P. Cañaceli, Jr.
Paul John A. Bancosta
Benjomar P. Salayon
Edwin T. Lara
Kristian E. Hular
Villagracia I. De Leon
26.   Action Brotherhood For Active Dreamers, Inc.   ABROAD
Danilo M. Dy
Michelle P. Mabag
Diana Rose A. Delgado
Angela C. Dy
Micaela Sy Fenix
27.   Arts Business and Science Professionals   ABS   
Catalina G. Leonen-Pizarro
Eugene Michael B. De Vera
Catalina O. Lanting
Mary T. Jazul
Carlito B. Buentipo
28.   Act Teachers Party List   ACT TEACHERS   
Antonio L. Tinio
Francisca L. Castro
Dr. Efleda K Bautista
Mae Fe G. Ancheta-Templa
Atty. Gregorio T. Fabros
29.   Agrarian Development Association   ADA   
Eric D. Singson
Eric G. Singson, Jr.
Rodolfo F. Salanga
Blake Clinton Y. Dy
Grace Kristine S. Meehan
Victor M. Manuel, Jr.
30.   Adhikain Ng Mga Dakilang Anak Maharlika   ADAM   
Al-Makram N. Arbison
Kadirie J. Sahali
Abdulbasar C. Abdula
Rodolfo Gerardo Leon T. Serrano III
Ana Eleanor B. Intrina
Umolhair Lumenda Lumenda
31.   Alliance For Philippines Security Guards Cooperative   AFPSEGCO   
Sotero E. Leonero, Jr.
Francisco M. Bordador
Antonio D. Carane
32.   Agricultural Sector Alliance of the Philippines   AGAP   
Nicanor Miral P. Briones
Rico B. Geron
Arnel C Marasigan
Victorino Michael I. Lescano
Benjamin A. Jaro
33.   Agbiag! Timpuyog Ilocano, Inc.   AGBIAG!   
Patricio T. Antonio
Visitacion A. Ordoveza
Jose Antonieto M. Antonio
Jorge A. Sales
Herman B. Fernandez
34.   Alyansa ng mga Grupong Haligi ng Agham at Teknolohiya para sa Mamamayan, Inc.   AGHAM   
Angelo B. Palmones
Florentino O. Tesoro
Ruby Ephraim M. Rubiano
Angelito C. Alolod
Atty. Manuel O. Austria, Jr.
35.   Agila Ng Katutubong Pilipino, Inc   AGILA   
Gil A. Valera
Jocelyn B. Lebanan
Elorde B. Valera
Felix A. Carayoan
Romeo R. Isabelo, Jr.
36.   Agri-Agra na Reporma para sa Magsasaka ng Pilipinas Movement   AGRI   
Michael Ryan A. Enriquez
Janice P. Cruz
Mindalisa F. Takeuchi
Dean E. Martin
37.   Agapay ng Indigenous Peoples Rights Alliance Inc.   A-IPRA   
Melvin G. Lota
Mac-Mac B. Bernales
Mary Anne P. Santos
Jean Annabelle S. Garota
Joseph I. Evangelista
38.   Akap Bata Sectoral Organization for Children, Inc.   AKAPBATA INC.   
Arlene D. Brosas
Dr. Edgardo N. Clemente
Evangeline R. Castronuevo-Ruga
Liza Lei Garcia-Beschi
Erving S. Dela Cruz
Ma. Lyne S. Paulo
Royal Jean D. Beraquit
Miriam D. Mueca
39.   Ako Bicol Political Party   AKB   
Emilio G. Ubaldo, Jr.
Pedro A. Ravanilla
Rus Kristoffer B. Parcia
Agustin B. Mago
Pedro L. Rosco
Arthur O. Monares
President/Secretary General
40.   Ako Bicol Political Party    AKB   
Hon. Christopher S.Co
Hon. Rodel M. Batocabe
Hon. Alfredo A. Garbin, Jr.
Dr. Jack G. Arroyo, Jr.
Atty. Mark Louie L. Gomez
Elizaldy S. Co
Chairman
41.   Akbayan Citizens' Action Party   AKBAYAN   
Walden F. Bello
Ibarra M. Gutierrez III
Angelina Ludovice Katoh
Sylvia Estrada Claudio
Francis Q. Isaac
Edwin A. Bustillos
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42.   Aksyon Magsasaka â€" Partido Tinig ng Masa   AKMA-PTM   
Margarita Delos Reyes Cojuangco
Datu Michael Abas Kida
Catherine Domingo Trinidad
Saidamen Odin Limgas
Jeny D. Dueñas
Saturnino Duero Simbajon
Samuel Pajarillo Carampatana
Helario R. Amas
Fernando Pahal Lindo
43.   Ako Ayoko Sa Bawal Na Droga   AKO   
Ma. Corazon Escueta Sarmiento
Rodolfo Nacionales Caisip
Francis Rico Sarmiento Javier
Marcela Bella Soliman Sison
Noriel Santos Cruz
44.   Ako Agila Sa Nagkakaisang Magsasaka   AKO AGILA   
Jacob C. Maganduga
Paterno P. Clapis, Jr.
Liezl T. Repatacodo
Jane E. Montano
Elizabeth R. Abad
with pending petition for change of name and acronym
45.   Adhikain at Kilusan ng Ordinaryong Tao Para Sa Lupa Pabahay Hanapbuhay at Kaunlaran   AKO BAHAY   
Miles Mari Roces
Percival C. Chavez
Atty. Jose Conrado Barker C. Sabio
Apolonia A. Tolentino
Misael Philip R. Sañosa
Czar Ivan L. Zalameda

46.   Alagad   ALAGAD   
Diogenes S. Osabel
Hermenegildo T. Encierto, Jr.
Renato R. Navata
Teodoro V. Brul, Jr.
Charles J. Roda
47.   Alay Buhay Community Development Foundation,Inc.   ALAY BUHAY   
Weslie T. Gatchalian
Antonio L. Sayo
Rodolfo C. Mallari
Ariel R. Go
Zarla I. Misajon
48.   Association of Laborers and Employees   ALE   
Catalina C. Bagasina
Ma. Michaela D. Magtoto
Jane T. Castro
Faridah Lomondot
Atty. Romeo B. Torno
49.   Ang Laban Ng Indiginong Filipino   ALIF   
Abdul M. Tomawis
Agakhan M. Tomawis
Raima T. Cali
Gamal M. Mohamad
Sultan Bacolod Madki D. Maurac
50.   Action League of Indigenous Masses   ALIM   
Don Ferdinand A. Daquial
Francisco R. Muñez
Reno G. Lim
Muamar A. Macaraya
Jamelah L. Abdul Malik
51.    Alyansa Lumad Mindanao, Inc.   ALLUMAD   
Julius S. Mabandos
Arthur M. Alvendia
Evangelisto L. Morada, Jr.
Liberes B. Dumanon
Samuel D. Sumanda
52.   Alma Sa Pagkahikahos At Ignoransiya   ALMA   
Rodolfo V. Vicerra
Juliet G. Reotutar
Melvin Medel D. Manuel
Recelio G. Magliba
David A. Cabanilla
53.   Alyansang OFW Party   ALYANSA NG OFW   
Abolcair D. Guro
Jauhari V. Usman
Nhazrudin D. Dianalan
Maricar E. Matalam
Gerardo C. Cuares
Meycauayan A. Atil
54.   Ang Mata'y Alagaan   AMA   
Lorna Q. Velasco
Atty. Tricia Nicole Q. Velasco-Catera
Vincent Michael Q. Velasco
Alfredo B. Guiao, Jr.
Divina B. Pinlac
55.   Alliance of Mindanao Elders   AME   
Jorge L. Banal
Alfonso C. Goking
Van Daynos Luspo
Dr. Nicanor P. Maglasang
Rogelio V. Garcia
56.   Anak Mindanao Party List   AMIN   
Amabella Lapiz Carumba
Ac Mad Maruhom Macatimbol
Anthony Culab Cuyong
Teodolita Lopez-Suano
Charlie Manden Trozo
Elizabeth Mundo Padilla
President
57.   Anak Mindanao   AMIN   
Sitti Djalia T. Hataman
Atty. Rowaisa M. Pandapatan
Alejandro E. Plariza
Norhaiya D. Macusang
Sugayra Alfaro Mendoza
Isa Tom Del Monte
58.    Alyansang  Media at Showbiz       AMS   
Rolando B. Gonzalo
Leo G. Martinez
Nick B. Ferrer
Edgardo U. Dee
Joel B. Apuyan
59.   An Waray   AN WARAY   
Neil Benedict A. Montejo
Jude A. Acidre
Victoria Isabel G. Noel
Patrick G. Aguilos
Aileen Jane G. Siao
60.   Ang National Coalition of Indigenous Peoples' Action Na! Inc.   ANAC-IP   
Jose T. Panganiban, Jr.
Rizalino “Langley” G. Segundo
Nicole Pauline L. Dy
Danrex Joseph V. Tapdasan
Atty. Emmanuel B. Bigornia
Jose T. Panganiban,Jr., President/ Chairman
with pending Petition to Change Acronymfrom “Ang NCIP” to “ANAC-IP”
61.   Ang National Coalition of Indigenous Peoples Action Na   ANG NCIP   
Noel N. De Luna
Miguel M. Abe
Fay Ligaya B. Singson
Manuel O. Agustin
Ivan B. Andes
Joey Jose M. Rivera
Secretary General

62.   Alliance For Nationalism and Democracy   ANAD   
Pastor Montero Alcover, Jr.
Baltaire Q. Balangauan
Atty. Pedro Leslie B. Salva
Arthur J. Tariman
Atty. Julius Doria Labandria
63.   Anakpawis   ANAKPAWIS   
Fernando L. Hicap
Joel B. Maglunsod
Randall B. Echanis
Verleen H. Trinidad
Jose T. Canlas
Gloria G. Arellano
Roy G. Velez
Wildon C. Barros
Avelino R. Dacanay
64.   Ang Galing Pinoy   AG   
Charlie G. Chua
Eder G. Dizon
Jerold Dominick S. David
Ryan M. Caladiao
Alan N. Trinidad
Bernardo R. Corella, Jr.
65.   Ang Ladlad   ANG LADLAD   
Bembol Aleeh D. Benedito
Danton R. Remoto
Germaine Trittle P. Leonin
Atty. Raymond Paolo A. Aiikpala
Wilfredo A. Villocino
66.   Angkla: Ang Partido Ng Mga Pilipinong Marino, Inc.     ANGKLA   
Jesulito A. Manalo
Ronaldo S. Enrile
Jose Miguel S. Manalo
Alfredo G. Haboc
Augusto M. Perez, Jr.
67.   Alliance of National Urban Poor Organizations Assembly   ANUPA   
Pantaleon C. Morallos, Sr.
Pepeton D. Ejercito
Gerry F. Roxas
Rodello A. Begnotea
Roberto P. Monares
68.   Association of Philippine Electric Cooperatives   APEC   
Rolando O. Reinoso
Andres R. Garcia
John Peter Z. Millan
Lamberto M. Canlas
Toribio P. Graganta
69.   Association For Righteousness Advocacy In Leadership Party list   ARAL   
Maria Socorro M. Malitao, Ph.D
Don M. Desiderio
Oncenio L. Lacsamana
Edgar M. Morada
Rodante L. Veluz
Alfredo T. Buan
Renato S. Olegario
70.   Alliance For Rural And Agrarian Reconstruction Inc   ARARO   
Quirino D. Dela Torre
Joel C. Obar
Jose F. Gamos
Elmer B. Cainday
Alan L. Gonazales
71.   Alliance For Rural Concerns   ARC   
Alan B. Paje
Leonardo O. Odoño
Saudi S. Sapanta
Rosauro S. Tapal, Sr.
Ramon M. Espiritu
Jospeh D. Tagudin
72.   Aangat Tayo   AT   
Daryl Grace J. Abayon
Teddie Elson E. Rivera
Patricia Mae Q. Veloso
Atty. Neil P. Esponilla
Simeon T. Silva, Jr.
73.   Adhikaing Tinataguyod ng Kooperatiba     ATING KOOP   
Roberto C.Mascariña
Amparo T. Rimas
Lancelot B. Padla
Jose Y. Torres, Jr.
Erlinda E. Duque
Atty. Eden D. Sarne
Atty. Romeo D.Candazo
Secretary General
74.   Adhikaing Tinataguyod Ng Kooperatiba   ATING KOOP   
Atty. Isidro Q. Lico
Atty. Gloria G. Futalan
Dr. Ma. Socorro P. Calara
Dr. Diolito G. Sonido
Dra. Sylvia L. Flores
Mr. Reynaldo C. Golo
Rafael A.Puentespina
President/ Chairman

75.   Abante Tribung Makabansa   ATM   
Allen A. Capuyan
Reuben Dasay A. Lingating
Nouh M. Daiman
Edtami P. Mansayagan
Joel A. Unad, Sr.
Benhar H. Usman

List of Candidates for Senators for 2013 Philippine Elections

1   PIMENTEL   AQUILINO MARTIN III   DE LA LLANA   PDP LABAN   October 1, 2012 8:08AM
2   ESCOSURA   ANICIO   BALDO   INDEPENDENT   October 1, 2012 8:11AM
3   MAGTIRA   DANIEL   RONQUILLO   INDEPENDENT   October 1, 2012 8:29AM
4   BERNARDINO   AERIC   PANGANIBAN   INDEPENDENT   October 1, 2012 8:30AM
5   CHAVEZ   MELCHOR   GONGORA   KBL   October 1, 2012 8:49AM
6   LACANLUISONG
TAGEAN   SALAM ED SR.   ELEGOYO   INDEPENDENT   October 1, 2012 10:43AM
7   CAILING   PATROCINIO   ADELLANES   INDEPENDENT   October 1, 2012 11:28AM
8   DONATO   JUANITO   ESLAO   INDEPENDENT   October 1, 2012 11:55AM
9   LOZANO   OLIVER   UCOL   KBL   October 1, 2012 12:14PM
10   ENRILE   JUAN PONCE JR.   CASTAÃ'ER   NPC   October 1, 2012 1:01PM
11   HONASAN   GREGORIO   BALLESTEROS   UNA   October 1, 2012 1:06PM
12   ZUBIRI   JUAN MIGUEL   FERNANDEZ   UNA   October 1, 2012 1:08PM
13   EJERCITO   JOSEPH VICTOR   GOMEZ   UNA   October 1, 2012 1:10PM
14   MACEDA   ERNESTO   MADARANG   UNA   October 1, 2012 1:11PM
15   GORDON   RICHARD   JUICO   UNA   October 1, 2012 1:13PM
16   MAGSAYSAY   MARIA MILAGROS ESPERANZA   HABANA   UNA   October 1, 2012 1:13PM
17   COJUANGCO   MARGARITA   DELOS REYES   UNA   October 1, 2012 1:16PM
18   LAGATA   MERLITO   OCAMPO   INDEPENDENT   October 1, 2012 2:03PM
19   LEGARDA   LOREN LORNA REGINA   BAUTISTA   NPC   October 1, 2012 3:50PM
20   AJEL   REMELYN   TAGAPAN   INDEPENDENT   October 1, 2012 4:06PM
21   ESCUDERO   FRANCIS JOSEPH   GUEVARA   INDEPENDENT   October 2, 2012 9:30AM
22   NOCON   VALERIANO III   PERALTA   INDEPENDENT   October 2, 2012 10:34AM
23   VILLAR   CYNTHIA   AGUILAR   NATIONALISTA PARTY   October 2, 2012 11:06AM
24   DAZO   CATALINO   ARAULLO   INDEPENDENT   October 2, 2012 1:13PM
25   FERNANDEZ   EDUARDO SYAMA-SUNDAR-DAS   PELONIA   INDEPENDENT   October 2, 2012 1:43PM
26   LLAMANZARES   MARY GRACE   POE   INDEPENDENT   October 2, 2012 1:56PM
27   SY   JOHNNY CRIS   HUI   INDEPENDENT   October 2, 2012 4:38PM
28   PENSON   RICARDO   LAGDAMEO   INDEPENDENT   October 3, 2012 8:21AM
29   CASIÃ'O   TEODORO   ACEVEDO   MAKABAYANG KOALISYON NG MAMAMAYAN   October 3, 2012 9:08AM
30   TRILLANES   ANTONIO IV   FUENTES   NACIONALISTA PARTY   October 3, 2012 10:44AM
31   ANGARA   JUAN EDGARDO   MANALANG   LDP-LABAN   October 3, 2012 11:32AM
32   ROJAS   ERICSON ELI FELIX   BORJA   INDEPENDENT   October 3, 2012 11:54AM
33   SANTOSIDAD   REBECCA   CAPULONG   INDEPENDENT   October 3, 2012 2:05PM
34   LAWAG   VICTOR   SANTOS   INDEPENDENT   October 3, 2012 2:21PM
35   MONTAÃ'O   RAMON   ENRIQUEZ   INDEPENDENT   October 3, 2012 2:25PM
36   HAGEDORN   EDWARD   SOLON   INDEPENDENT   October 3, 2012 3:49PM
37   SUERTE   ORLANDO   GARRATA   INDEPENDENT   October 3, 2012 4:54PM
38   GALANG   VIRGILIO   JOAQUIN   KBL   October 4, 2012 9:25AM
39   CADION   LEO   MIRANDA   KBL   October 4, 2012 9:32AM
40   DIMAYA   ARSENIO   TABIEROS   INDEPENDENT   October 4, 2012 10:33AM
41   BAGUIO   FLORENTINO   FULAY   INDEPENDENT   October 4, 2012 10:57AM
42   BULA   LEONARDO   CASPE   INDEPENDENT   October 4, 2012 11:12AM
43   ALCANTARA   SAMSON   SAVELLA   SOCIAL JUSTICE SOCIETY   October 4, 2012 11:53AM
44   HANDUMON   BENJAMIN JR.   SAREN   INDEPENDENT   October 4, 2012 12:48PM
45   MADRIGAL   MARIA ANA CONSUELO   ABAD SANTOS   LP   October 4, 2012 2:05PM
46   DAVID   RIZALITO   YAP   ANG KAPATIRAN PARTY   October 4, 2012 2:22PM
47   LLASOS   MARWIL   NACOR   ANG KAPATIRAN PARTY   October 4, 2012 2:24PM
48   DELOS REYES   JOHN CARLOS   GORDON   ANG KAPATIRAN PARTY   October 4, 2012 2:25PM
49   BELGICA   GRECO ANTONIOUS BEDA   BANTA   DEMOCRATIC PARTY OF THE PHILS.   October 4, 2012 3:57PM
50   TOMOL   ROGELIO   CRUZADA   INDEPENDENT   October 5, 2012 8:15AM
51   MAGSAYSAY   RAMON, JR.   BANZON   LIBERAL PARTY   October 5, 2012 8:26AM
52   AQUINO   PAOLO BENIGNO IV   AGUIRRE   LIBERAL PARTY   October 5, 2012 9:05AM
53   HONTIVEROS   ANA THERESIA   NAVARRO   AKBAYAN   October 5, 2012 9:08AM
54   NUEVA   NORMA   CRUZ   KBL   October 5, 2012 9:35AM
55   SEÃ'ERES   CHRISTIAN   MAAÃ'O   DEMOCRATIC PARTY OF THE PHILIPPINES   October 5, 2012 9:45AM
56   GUNDAYAO   VIRGILIO   GALON   KBL   October 5, 2012 9:49AM
57   FALCONE   BALDOMERO   CORDERO   DEMOCRATIC PARTY OF THE PHILIPPINES   October 5, 2012 9:56AM
58   VILLAMOR   ULYN   ERMAC   INDEPENDENT   October 5, 2012 10:41AM
59   CAYETANO   ALAN PETER   SCHRAMM   NACIONALISTA PARTY   October 5, 2012 11:11AM
60   GARAY   ROQUE   FRONTERAS   INDEPENDENT   October 5, 2012 11:33AM
61   MARCOS   FRANCIS LEO   ANTONIO   INDEPENDENT   October 5, 2012 11:45AM
62   CABRERA   RAFAEL   MARCO   INDEPENDENT   October 5, 2012 1:24PM
63   SORIANO   COSME   PONCE ENRILE   INDEPENDENT   October 5, 2012 1:39PM
64   ESPINOSA   MANUEL   PEREZ   INDEPENDENT   October 5, 2012 1:40PM
65   SALANGSANG   PEPITO   SANTOS   INDEPENDENT   October 5, 2012 2:13PM
66   MANDAP   ELENA   LUGTU   INDEPENDENT   October 5, 2012 2:21PM
67   CADAG   VICTORIO ANGELO   AGDIGOS   INDEPENDENT   October 5, 2012 2:33PM
68   GOROSTIZA   BYRON ADRIANO   DOMINGO   INDEPENDENT   October 5, 2012 2:46PM
69   SULIBIT   NONATO   MONFERO   INDEPENDENT   October 5, 2012 2:49PM
70   FACTOR   GENEROSO   JOVILO   INDEPENDENT   October 5, 2012 2:56PM
71   MALUENDA JR.   SEVERO   LUPIBA   INDEPENDENT   October 5, 2012 3:12PM
72   PANCHO JR.   WENCESLAO   PULGA   KBL   October 5, 2012 3:16PM
73   BANTOLO   ROSARIO   SEVIGAN   INDEPENDENT   October 5, 2012 3:40PM
74   ABELLA   ALMA   LOOD   KBL   October 5, 2012 3:49PM
75   INSIGNE   MANUEL   ESTIPONA   INDEPENDENT   October 5, 2012 3:57PM
76   NING   CARLITO   PARDO   INDEPENDENT   October 5, 2012 4:10PM
77   JOLONGBAYAN   EDWIN   SAGARAL   INDEPENDENT   October 5, 2012 4:11PM
78   BINAY   MARIA LOURDES NANCY   SOMBILLO   UNA   October 5, 2012 4:13PM
79   WOOD   VICTOR   NOBLEZA   KBL   October 5, 2012 4:43PM
80   CAPULAR   ELIZABETH   SEVILLA   INDEPENDENT   October 5, 2012 4:56PM
81   TALAG   ALFONSO, JR.   ECALDRE   INDEPENDENT   October 5, 2012 4:57PM
82   LOPE   WENDELL   HANOPOL   INDEPENDENT   October 5, 2012 5:01PM
83   RIRAO   MARLON   GALAPON   INDEPENDENT   October 5, 2012 5:09PM
84   PO   MANUEL   AZCUNA   INDEPENDENT   October 5, 2012 5:09PM

“Before I became governor of the great state of Alaska, I was mayor of my hometown. And since our opponents in this presidential election seem to look down on that experience, let me explain to them what the job involves. I guess a small-town mayor is sort of like a 'community organizer,' except that you have actual responsibilities.”
― Sarah Palin

What happened to the grandson Tito Sotto? Does he become the father of Freedom of Oppression?

source: press release

Tantrums, kicking, hitting, whining, power struggles, screaming, bedtime fights―they are enough to drive parents crazy. Children can be hard to get along with when they start to show behaviors you can’t fathom the reason why.

So why do children really misbehave? Understanding the root cause of the frustrating and maddening behaviors of a child is a significant aspect of effective discipline.

Let’s take a moment to do a reality check for these misbehaviors. Children are not little adults. They do not come into this world equipped with knowledge and experience. Much of their behavior is simply normal for their age. Thus, they need lots of information and explanations how to behave in an acceptable way.

For example, it would be unreasonable to tell a three-year-old to clean up his mess and expect that he will do the job. Instead, slowly explain to the toddler what he/she could do to help you out in cleaning his/her stuff. In that way, a sense of
responsibility is established on the child.

It’s no secret that children don’t always do what we would like them to do. Having lots of stored energy, they always move around and make noises. Children misbehave because they do not understand the rules or hold expectations beyond their
developmental level. As adults, we should always keep our expectations appropriate to their age.

Children seek attention. Sometimes children “act up” to get your attention by doing negative things. When a new baby comes, misbehavior is much more likely. He will do things that will catch the attention of the family, such as pinching the baby’s skin
or perhaps, dancing in the middle of the gathering.

When children feel they don’t get enough positive attention from their parents, they will act out with attention-seeking behaviors like whining, screaming and clinging. When the child misbehaves, parents often stop what they are doing (cooking, watching TV, or reading) to warn his/her child to stop. This successfully provides the child with attention for misbehaving.
Children want some kind of independence. Your child’s difficult behavior may be due to her desire to assert herself. They start to control over certain areas of their life so that they can feel capable and free.   

Give them small freedom to manage over small points of their doings. This will fulfill their need for independence. Don’t be authoritative as then it will result to repulsion. When your child wants to do dishes, let him/her be, as long as he/she is
guided by adults. Teach him/her, don’t demand the rules. This will only make the child take control of his/her choices.

Children need to feel they are loved and secured. Be generous with your hugs and kisses. When he/she is down, comfort him/her with words of encouragement.

Words are powerful tools to remind your child that he/she is being loved. Giving appropriate praises can be a reward to a good behavior. Parents should also build a strong relationship with their child by doing fun games and recreations. 

Children who feel inadequate may turn to bragging, boasting and even fighting other kids. Imagine how a child feels when his parent keeps on saying, “You can’t do it”, “You will never be good enough like your brother.” If his/her parent does not believe
on his/her capabilities, then how can a child believe himself/herself?

Children’s misbehavior is also patterned by his/her parents’ actions. What the child sees and experiences at home becomes what's normal for them. If he/she sees her mom is yelling at dad, he/she will eventually do the same.

Parents are the first teachers in the eyes of their child. Whatever acceptable or unacceptable behavior he/she learns, parents are the responsible actors. Understanding a child’s misbehavior is no easy thing. Most of the times these
misbehaviors send a message that needs our abrupt attention. It is true that disciplining a child is a life lesson always in the process. So, the next time you are caught off guard by your child’s misbehavior, take a deep breath, count to 20, or give yourself five minutes away from your child to cool down before you respond.

by Flor Jackson

Concerned with the proper use of the liquified petroleum gas (LPG) anti-leak safety device, the Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) has asked every household owners who are using this safety gadget if the unit they are using for their LPG tanks are safe to use.

The question was asked by the DTI because it has been observed that LPG anti-leak safety device are flooding the market now which according to DTI, the safeness of said equipment has not been assured that it will not cause fire accidents.

In the liquified petroleum gas or LPG industry, the “anti-leak” safety device refers to the excess flow limiter or otherwise known as excess flow valves. These valves according to DTI automatically closes if there is an excess flow of gas that usually happens if holes develop in the LPG hose and tubings.

Because of this, the DTI declared that the safety device cannot safely protect the holes in other parts of the LPG such as the copper tube hose, thread leak in the connection area and accidental fire caused by stove that was left open.

DTI added that some stove users, open valves at low level because by doing so, detection of small pin holes at the LPG tubings becomes easy, however, this will also cause the eventual stoppage of the supply of gas that flows in the tube from the tank to the stove.

In order to avoid fire accidents resulting from the wrong installation of these LPG anti-leak device, DTI advised household owners who are using this kind of device to consults and seek the services of a technician who is an expert in installing this gadget and likewise certified by the Philippine LPG Association.

PAL Mabuhay Miles Credited thru AirPhil Express

source: Agence France Presse

Eating tomatoes can dramatically reduce the risk of having a stroke, according to a new study out Monday that provided more support for diets rich in fruits and vegetables.

The key factor appears to be the powerful antioxident lycopene, according to the Finnish study published in the Neurology journal.

The research -- based on data from more than 1,000 middle-aged men, followed for an average of 12 years -- indicates that people with the highest levels of lycopene in their blood have a 55 percent lower chance of suffering a stroke.

''This study adds to the evidence that a diet high in fruits and vegetables is associated with a lower risk of stroke,'' emphasized study author Jouni Karppi, of the University of Eastern Finland in Kuopio.

Among the 258 men with the lowest levels of lycopene in their blood, nearly one in 10 had a stroke. But among the 259 with the highest levels of the antioxident, that number fell to around one in 25.

The correlation between lycopene levels and stroke risk was even stronger when the researchers only included strokes due to blood clots, leaving out those caused by hemorrhages.

by PNA

UN Secretary-General Ban Ki- moon Wednesday called for protecting girls against child marriage on the inaugural day of the International Day of the Girl Child.

"Globally, around one in three young women aged 20 to 24 -- approximately 70 million -- were married before the age of 18," Ban said in a message.

"Despite a decline in the overall proportion of child brides in the last 30 years, the challenge persists, particularly in rural areas and among the poorest," he said. "If present trends continue, the number of girls who will marry by their 18th birthday will climb towards 150 million in the next decade."

On Dec. 19, 2011, the United Nations General Assembly adopted a resolution to declare Oct. 11 as the International Day of the Girl Child, to recognize girls' rights and the unique challenges girls face around the world.

This year marks the first anniversary of the day with the theme of "my life, my right, end child marriage."

Ban noted that child marriage divorces girls from opportunity. It also jeopardizes health, increases exposure to violence and abuse, and results in early and unwanted pregnancies.

The secretary-general pointed out that education for girls is one of the best strategies for protecting them against child marriage.

With the access to school, girls can build a foundation for a better life for themselves and their families, he said.

By PNA

UN Secretary-General Ban Ki- moon on Wednesday called for an international effort to increase access to effective and affordable treatments and remove the social stigma attached to depression, saying that the illness is not a matter for experts alone.

"Some 350 million people of all ages, incomes and nationalities suffer from depression. Millions more - family, friends, co- workers - are exposed to the indirect effects of this under- appreciated global health crisis," Ban said in a message marking World Mental Health Day, which falls on October 10.

The UN chief stressed that although a wide variety of effective and affordable treatments are available to treat the illness, including psychosocial interventions and medicines, these are not accessible to all people, especially those living in less developed countries and the least advantaged citizens of more developed nations.

"Among the barriers to care and services are social stigma and the lack of general health care providers and specialists trained to identify and treat depression," he said.

Ban noted that the UN World Health Organization (WHO) is supporting countries through its Mental Health Gap Action Program, but added that "depression is not simply a matter for health experts."

"We can all act to relieve the stigma around depression and other mental disorders, perhaps by admitting that we may have experienced depression ourselves, or by reaching out to those experiencing it now," said the secretary-general.

"This is the first critical step to removing one of the barriers to treatment and helping to reduce the disability and distress caused by this global crisis," he added, stressing that the illness diminishes people's ability to cope with the daily challenges of life, and often precipitates family disruption, interrupted education and loss of jobs.

"On World Mental Health Day, let us pledge to talk more openly about depression," Ban said at the end of the message.

World Mental Health Day is a global mental health education, awareness and advocacy project of World Federation for Mental Health, a global mental health organization with members and contacts in more than 100 countries.

by PNA

A woman in Krasnoyarsk (east Siberia) was sentenced to five years in jail for ordering the killing of her daughter’s ex-boyfriend, the regional investigative committee said on Thursday.

In January 2012, the woman contacted a local private detective agency and offered them 100,000 rubles (US$ 3,200) to kill the man who allegedly promised to marry her 35-year old daughter but ran out on her instead. The two women had spent several years saving up to pay for the contract killing.

The daughter was found to be mentally unstable and was sent to a psychiatric clinic.

By Bingo P. Dejaresco III

Makati City, Oct. 11 (PNA) -- Tourism secretary Ramon Jimenez told businessmen and media at the Manila Peninsula recently that Tourism will be the world's 21st Mega Industry.

"Tourism will be a driver of many economies especially those of the developing countries, like the Philippines", the former top advertising man in the country said.

This year alone - tourists worldwide number about one billion people so "that the 10 million tourists target for the Philippines by 2016 is a small portion."

Jimenez said the fighting target for the Philippines is 10 million foreign tourists and 35 million domestic tourists by 2016- the latter constituting 29 million today. The ploy to enthuse locals to travel in the country than abroad is one way of conserving our dollars and enriching the countryside, he said.

As of January to July 2012, the list of foreign guests has already hit 2.9 million, a 9.7% hike and not giving up on the dream to corner seven million total tourists for the year. Even the Chinese market feared to be affected by the "Scarborough Shoal" controversy defied fears here by registering a good 14.7% growth from last year,he said.

Jimenez described the "airport congestion" as an oxymoronic "good problem" which means we do not lack of tourists, only lack of facilities. The NAIA 3 will soon be fully operational (from a half percent current utilization), the Davao airport now oKay and the Legaspi and Bohol airports getting upgrades.

Even now, the country enjoys direct flights to airports like those in Manila, Davao, Mactan and even Kalibo, Aklan. It does not make sense that the country would only have one gateway (Manila) in a country of 7,100 islands (low tide).Thus, the direct flights, he said.

The P 7.4-B Panglao International Airport will soon join those ranks while the current Tagbilaran City airport makes do with limited facilities to accommodate nine domestic flights with the Koreans adding two more direct flights from Seoul, the DOT chief said.

Jimenez, known for his wit and humor said" Expanding and fixing an airport at the same time is like changing pants while going down the stairs." It is never easy.

For security, special Tourist Police is being instituionalized in crowded tourist destinations but in the end it is the "natural talent of Filipinos for tourism" that makes the country a candidate for the next prime global destination.

Jimenez said Tourism has a high multiplier effect on downstream industries so that it is a prime driver for "inclusive growth". One restaurant that opens in a tourist area doubles the income of a corn farmer who has now one elite buyer.

According to the DOT chief, the president's mandate to him is clear. Tourism is not for tourism's sake. " Tourism is not about how many people who gets down the plane but how many jobs are created because of them."

The DOT and DFA are working hard that Visa applications are finished within 28 days. Even people from India (over one billion population) are induced to enter the country by allowing them "a 14 day visa-free stay in the country" as long as they possess seven of the named visas from overseas.

PHL is clear-cut in counting its inbound visitors because the country is separated by sea from other nations. But a tourist in Singapore, for instance, who crosses the land boundary and comes back gets counted twice entering Singapore.

According to Jimenez, PHL is one of the world's largest social network user (Internet etc) (27 million Facebook users) and thereby some 75,000 versions of "It's More Fun in the Philippines" are scattered through the cyberspace. The "foreign business elite" is not really a prime target of the tour drive.

Jimenez said the advertisement of RP tourism in CNN was just timed for the stay of the different governors of the Asian Drevelopment Bank who gathered here recently. "Our 30 and 50 seconder ads are spread worldwide even to the remotest section of Europe", It is a natural market for those who are escaping the cold season there.

Published by PNA Manila

At least three persons suspected in the distribution of methamphetamine hydrochloride (shabu) were arrested by elements of the Philippine Drug Enforcement Agency (PDEA) Albay Provincial Office and the Regional Special Enforcement Team [RSET] in Barangay Sto. Cristo this city Wednesday morning.

Arrested were Adonis Valenzuela, aka “Bogart”, and his wife, Airene Kallos and the latter’s younger sister Lani, all of Sto. Cristo, Tabaco City.

Recovered from the suspects were a total of 12 sachets of suspected shabu inserted in a cigarette pack, disposable lighters and other paraphernalia for shabu sales. The recovered suspected shabu were subjected for laboratory confirmation.

Armed with a search warrant issued by Executive Judge Amy Anna De Villa-Rosero of the regional trial court based in Ligao City, PDEA operatives simultaneously raided the houses of Adonis and his sister-in-law around 7:45 a.m. in Sto. Cristo.

In his report to PDEA Director General Jose Guttierez, Deputy Regional Director Christian Frivaldo said cases for violations of Section 11, Article II of Republic Act 9165 have been filed at the City Prosecutors Office while the suspects were locked up at the RSET detention cell at Camp Gen. Simeon Ola in Legazpi City.

Double taxation in its general sense means taxing the same subject twice
during the same taxing period.  In this sense, double taxation

A. violates substantive due process.
B. does not violate substantive due process.
C. violates the right to equal protection.
D. does not violate the right to  equal protection.

answer is letter C

answer is letter A

Mia, a compensation income  earner, filed her income tax return for the taxable
year 2007 on March 30, 2008.  On May 20, 2011, Mia received an assessment
notice and letter of demand covering the taxable year 2007 but the postmark on
the envelope shows April 10, 2011.  Her return is not a false and fraudulent
return.  Can Mia raise the defense of prescription?

A. No. The 3 year prescriptive period started to run on April 15, 2008, hence, it has not yet expired on April 10, 2011.   
B. Yes. The 3 year prescriptive period started to run on April 15, 2008, hence, it had already expired by May 20, 2011.
C. No. The prescriptive period started to run on March 30, 2008, hence, the 3 year period expired on April 10, 2011.
D. Yes.  Since the 3-year prescriptive period started to run on March 30, 2008, it already expired by May 20, 2011.

The spouses Helena and Federico wanted to donate a parcel of land to their
son Dondon who is getting married in December, 2011.  The parcel of land has a
zonal valuation of P420,000.00.  What is the most efficient mode of donating the property?

A. The spouses should first donate in 2011 a portion of  the property valued at
P20,000.00 then spread  the P400,000.00 equally for 2012, 2013, 2014 and 2015.
B. Spread the donation over a period of 5 years by the spouses donating
P100,000.00 each year from 2011 to 2015.
C. The spouses should each donate a P110,000.00 portion of the value of the
property in 2011 then each should donate P100,000.00 in 2012.
D. The spouses should each donate a P100,000.00 portion of the value of the
property in 2011, and  another P100,000.00 each in 2012.  Then, in 2013, Helena
should donate the remaining P20,000.00.

answer is letter C

Which theory in taxation states that  without taxes, a government would be paralyzed for lack of power to activate and operate it, resulting in its destruction?
A. Power to destroy theory
B. Lifeblood theory
C. Sumptuary theory
D. Symbiotic doctrine

answer is letter B

Amaretto, Inc., imported  100 cases of Marula wine  from South Africa.  The
shipment was assessed duties and valu e-added taxes of  P300,000 which
Amaretto, Inc. immediately paid.  The Bureau of  Customs did not,  however, issue the release papers of the shipment yet since the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) needed to test the suitability of  the wine for human consumption.  Is the Bureau of Customs at  fault for refusing to release the shipment just as yet?

A. Yes, because the importation was already terminated as a result of the
payment of the taxes due.
B. Yes, the Bureau of Customs is estopped from holding the release of the
shipment after receiving the payment.
C. No, if the amount paid as duties and value-added taxes due on the importation was insufficient.
D. No, because the Bureau of Customs has not yer issued the legal permit for withdrawal pending the FDA's findings.

answer is letter D

Apple Inc stood trial on Thursday in Beijing for allegedly selling unlicensed electronic versions of books by eight Chinese writers via its App store.

The writers demanded a total compensation of 10 million yuan (1.6 million U.S. dollars) from the U.S. electronics giant for violating the copyrights of their 34 works, the Beijing Municipal No. 2 Intermediate People's Court said.

The writers saw applications involving unlicensed electronic versions of their books available for download at the Apple App store last year, their lawyer said.

The books were heavily downloaded, causing huge economic losses to their authors while bringing profits to Apple as well as the application developers, according to the lawyer.

Apple representations, however, said it was not the proper defendant and appealed for the application developers to instead stand trial. In addition, it claimed, there have been no violations after it pulled the applications in question off the shelves of the App store, and therefore should no longer need to pay compensation.

The hearing lasted a whole day and the verdict is to be announced at a later date.

Earlier in the first-instance trial on Sept. 27, the court ordered Apple to pay 520,000 yuan in compensation for economic losses incurred by the Encyclopedia of China Publishing House for copyright infringements.

source: PNA

Zamboanga City Mayor Celso Lobregat has expressed elation over the success of the 6th Wow Sardinas, a public eating of different sardine products with matching cracker biscuits ala boodle fight style, on the entire stretch of R.T. Lim Boulevard on Wednesday afternoon.

Lobregat said the Wow Sardinas is one of the highlights of the annual Fiesta Hermosa Festival every October to promote Zamboanga City as the Sardines Capital of the Philippines, considering that 80 percent of the leading canned sardines in the country are produced and manufactured in this city.

As early as 4 p.m. Wednesday, the entire stretch of R.T. Lim Boulevard, from the junction of Alejo Alvarez St. to the junction of Don Navarro, was teaming with people mostly students from the adjacent schools as they waited for their turn to eat sardines.

The activity showcased the sardine products of the cooperators, namely; Asahi Food Manufacturing, Fortune Group Corp., Gold Star Seafoods Manufacturing Corp., Aquatic Food Manufacturing Corp., Ayala Seafoods Corp., Universal Canning Corp., Seacoast Top Choice Food Corp., Atlantic Foods Corp. and Permex Producer & Export Corp.

The official bottled water Nature's Spring while Rebisco Biscuits was the official partner crackers.

Meanwhile, on Thursday brings to highlight the month-long festival with the staging of the most anticipated event, the street dancing and floral float parade in the afternoon from City Hall to the Joaquin F. Enriquez Memorial Sports Complex, where a commemorative program and awarding of prizes to winners of different competitions will follow.

At least 11 schools have registered for the street dance on parade, which will start at 1 p.m. Thursday.

The performances will start from the downtown area onward to San Jose Road then Normal Road (fronting Western Mindanao State University) and to culminate at the sports complex for the final showdown.

Prizes at stake are P150,000 for first place, P100,000 for second place and P50,000 for third place, while non-winning schools will receive a consolation prize of P7,000 each.

source: PNA

Stroke may be affecting American people at a younger age, according to a study published online Wednesday in Neurology, the medical journal of the American Academy of Neurology.

"The reasons for this trend could be a rise in risk factors such as diabetes, obesity and high cholesterol," said study author Brett Kissela, with the University of Cincinnati College of Medicine in Ohio. "Other factors, such as improved diagnosis through the increased use of MRI imaging may also be contributing. "

For the study, researchers looked at occurrences of strokes in people between the ages 20 and 54 in the Greater Cincinnati/ Northern Kentucky area during three separate, one year-long periods between July of 1993 and June of 1994, and the calendar years of 1999 and 2005. Only first ever strokes were included in the analysis.

The study found that the average age of people who experienced stroke fell from 71 years in 1993 and 1994 to 69 years in 2005. In addition, the study found that strokes among people under 55 made up a greater percentage of all strokes over time, growing from about 13 percent in 1993-94 to 19 percent in 2005. The stroke rate in young people increased from 83 strokes per 100,000 people in 1993-94 to 128 per 100,000 in 2005 in African-Americans, and from 26 strokes per 100,000 people in 1993-94 to 48 per 100,000 in 2005 in Caucasians.

"The good news is that some of the possible contributing factors to these strokes can be modified with lifestyle changes, such as diet and exercise," said Kissela. "However, given the increase in stroke among those younger than 55, younger adults should see a doctor regularly to monitor their overall health and risk for stroke and heart disease."

In line with President Benigno S. Aquino III’s reform initiatives, the Development Academy of the Philippines has announced the opening of admission to the Public Management Development Program (PMDP) for 2013.

The DAP admits applicants having in mind the President’s “Daang Matuwid” to foster high degree of professionalism in government service by producing competent, honest and committed public executives.

The program, launched in May 2012, is an intensive scholarship program that provides comprehensive and multi-modal learning opportunities for public managers.

The program covers three to four months of residential training at DAP Conference Center in Tagaytay City inclusive of a two-week Sensing Journey in a rural community and another three months for respective agencies.

PMDP offers two classes â€"- Senior Executives Class (SEC) and Middle Managers Class (MMC). The SEC is designed for senior government executives who are incumbents or OICs of SG 25 and up positions while the MMC is for high-performing high potential division chiefs of SG 24 positions.

The program will accept applicants not more than 55 years old who hold a permanent position in government. They should come from the national line agencies or their attached agencies and should have gained a Very Satisfactory or Outstanding Performance rating for the past two years.

They should also be clear of administrative and criminal cases, have not gone habitually on leaves and are willing to sign a one-year service contract after completing the program. Furthermore, they should be nominated by the head of agency.

The nominees will undergo a three-stage admission process that includes preliminary screening, examinations and targeted interview. They will be assessed based on the following criteria: managerial and leadership potential, character and commitment to public service, and intellectual and creative capacities.

Nominations will be accepted until Oct. 30, 2012 and the deadline of submission of application requirements is on Nov. 10, 2012.

The first batch consisting of 38 scholars for the SEC and 40 scholars for the MMC are on their way to completing the program in December of this year and in January next year, respectively.

As a leadership initiative under the Philippine Development Plan 2011-2016, PMDP is overseen by a Steering Committee composed of the National Economic and Development Authority, Civil Service Commission, Career Executive Service Board, Department of Budget and Management, and Department of Finance.

The Development Academy of the Philippines is the implementing agency of this five-year program.

For more information, please contact the PMDP Secretariat at telephone numbers â€" (02) 631-2121/ 631-2133 or email â€"pmdpsecretariat@dap.edu.ph. Application forms are downloadable from www.dap.edu.ph/pmdp. - source, PNA

source: PNA

A lawmaker on Thursday urged the Philippine Overseas Employment Agency (POEA) and the Maritime Industry Authority (Marina) to adopt a measure to improve the skills training and certification for Filipino seamen.

Rep. Julieta Cortuna (Party-list, A Teacher), author of House Resolution 2743, asked Marina and POEA to discuss the matter with local training centers and maritime schools to address the problems facing the industry.

Cortuna said the local training centers and maritime schools have failed to satisfy international maritime standards set by the European Maritime Safety Agency (EMSA).

"The failing mark given by the European Maritime Safety Agency automatically poses a threat on whether or not European manning agencies will prefer to board Filipino seafarers and whether or not European ports will be permitted to receive Filipino-owned and manned ships as a result of the assessment," Cortuna said.

Cortuna also urged the House Committee on Overseas Workers Affairs to assess the threat to the employment of Filipino seamen abroad due to the failure of the local training centers and maritime schools to satisfy standards set by EMSA.

"The Philippines is supposedly one of the main sources of manpower of the international maritime industry. Despite the global economic crisis and Filipino seamen enjoy worldwide preference for seafaring jobs," Cortuna said.

By Saibal Dasgupta, TNN

Writer Mo Yan, whose complex world of fiction often reminds readers of William Faulkner and Gabriel Garcia Marquez, pipped bookmaker's favourite Japanese Haruki Murakami to become the first Chinese citizen to win the Nobel Prize for literature. When told by organizers that he had won the award, Mo said he was both "overjoyed and scared".

Mo, 57, is the author of renowned novels such as 'Red Sorghum' (later made into an acclaimed film) and 'Big Breasts and Wide Hips'. In an interview to Granta, he once said, "Censorship is great for literature creation."

Reacting to the award, Mo said, "I felt I was not very senior in terms of qualification (among Chinese writers). There are many good writers and my ranking was not so high," adding, "The Nobel Literature Prize is a very important literature prize, but not the top award. It represents the opinions of the jury."

A farmer's son, he once dropped out of primary school due to poverty before continuing his studies and going on to become a writer. "Loneliness and hunger were my fortunes of creation," he is reputed to have once said.

Mo Yan (which means 'do not speak' in Mandarin) is a pseudonym for Guan Moye. Mo also did a stint with the People's Liberation Army and collaborated in Communist Party's literary projects. He is seen in some quarters as being too close to the party to be considered politically independent. Others feel he has effectively used literature to expose corruption, misdeeds during the family planning drive and decadence in society.

By Jelly F. Musico

Senator Miriam Defensor-Santiago has filed a resolution to investigate the reported bullying in schools in aid of legislation.

In her Senate Resolution 879, Santiago cited the case of Colegio de San Agustin student Jamie Garcia who stabbed with a ball pen and punched one of his tormentors who allegedly bullied him inside the school.

The incident prompted Allan Canete Bantiles, father of JB Bantiles who was punched by Garcia, to threaten to shoot Garcia last September 24.

According to reports, Garcia punched JB after enduring more than a month of bullying from JB and company who often poked Garcia’s butt and genitals.

Due to the incident, Garcia has been suspended for five days, while the other boys involved got two to three days suspension.

The reports said the school officials ordered Bantiles never to set foot inside the campus again while Garcia's father moved to have the gun-toting father's car pass cancelled.

”Although legal remedies are available to victims of bullying, such do not effectively curtail the rise of incidents of bullying in schools. The legislature should create preventive measures that will address bullying inside campuses, taking into account that the victims and the bullies are usually minors,” Santiago stated in her resolution.

Santiago said the schools should create a policy that would address the existence of bullying in their respective institutions.

”Schools should create a policy to address the existence of bullying in their respective institutions; such a policy should implement a process for addressing incidents of bullying in school and provide remedies that will allow parents or guardians of students to file written reports of suspected bullying,” she said.

Santiago said school administrators should be mandated to act immediately even on anonymous reports of bullying to ascertain the truth of such reports and take steps to stop such acts.

”The welfare of the victim, as well as the bully, should be of paramount consideration; thus, proceedings concerning the victim and the bully should be treated with confidentiality,” Santiago said.

The outbreak of fungal meningitis, linked to potentially contaminated steroid injections, has claimed three more lives in the United States officials with the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention announced Tuesday.

“We know that 13,000 people received the injection,” said Jamila Jones, a public affairs specialist for the CDC in Atlanta. “They received it at facilities across the country. They are at risk.”

Eleven people have died and 119 cases of meningitis, an inflammation of the lining of the brain and spinal cord, have been confirmed across 10 states. That’s 14 cases more than had been previously reported by the CDC on Monday.

According to a report by the CDC, fungal meningitis is extremely rare and symptoms include severe headache, nausea, dizziness and fever. Some of the infected patients suffered strokes.

While the disease is not contagious and can be treated with high-dose antifungal medications, it could take up to four weeks for patients to experience symptoms, meaning even more people could be infected and not know it yet. That leaves health officials and law enforcement clamoring to track down patients who might be affected by the outbreak.

The steroid that potentially caused the infections is called methylprednisolone acetate, a drug commonly used to treat lower back pain.

More than 17,000 vials of the steroid were shipped to at least 23 states from the New England Compounding Center in Massachusetts. Since then the company has shut down its operations and has issued a voluntary recall on all of its products. - PNA

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By Perfecto Raymundo

The Department of Justice is looking for a solution to the first complaint filed for alleged violation of the Cybercrime Law.

The DOJ received the complaint on Oct. 3 via email from a 17-year-old female who said she was a victim of cyberpornography that has gone viral on the internet for years.

The victim was only 15 years old when the video was taken.

DOJ Secretary Leila De Lima Wednesday said the DOJ will study whether there are other laws that can cover the first complaint filed under Republic Act No. 10175, or the Cybercrime Prevention Act of 2012.

Its implementation was stopped by the Supreme Court Tuesday.

The SC issued the 120-day temporary restraining order restraining the respondents from implementing the Cybercrime Law.

De Lima said there are other laws that can be pursued to prosecute those behind the proliferation in the cyberspace of a sex video of a 17-year-old woman.

One of these laws, De Lima said, is Republic Act 9995, or the Anti-Photo and Video Voyeurism Act.

However, De Lima admitted they cannot stop the other victims under the Cybercrime Law from filing their respective complaint even if there is a TRO.

By Jelly F. Musico

Senator Teofisto Guingona III has filed a bill allowing people to comment on pending bills in Congress through email and the Internet.

In his Senate Bill 3300 or "The Crowdsourcing Act of 2012," Guingona said the public will have access to the copies of the bills pending before the Senate and the House of Representatives.

”Furthermore, the bill extends the people’s right of participation to include the ability to reach their congresspersons and senators even during the period of interpellation and debates,” Guingona said.

Guingona said the people’s views in the lawmaking process will serve as vital guidance for the senators and congresspersons to make their final vote on pending measures.

“Crowdsourcing recognizes and allows the individual and collective power of the people, with the use of the Internet and/or other information and communications system, to contribute to the formulation, improvement, and creation of laws that benefit the entire nation,” he explained.

Guingona emphasized that lawmaking is a shared privilege and duty of legislators and citizens.

"Because of this, Congress has the duty to hear the opinion of people beyond the walls of the Senate or the House of Representatives,” the lawmaker from Mindanao said.

He said the bill is part of his advocacy to promote and strengthen people participation in the formulation of vital national policies.

source: PNA

After a nearly four-year tenure, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on Tuesday announced that new general elections would be held "as soon as possible," but did not specify an exact date.

Netanyahu, who made the announcement during a prime time press conference, decided to go to early elections after failing to achieve a majority within his 66-seat coalition to pass next year' s budget.

"Today, I finished a round of consultations with the heads of the coalition parties and I came to the conclusion that it is not possible at this time to pass a responsible budget," said Netanyahu in his nationally televised speech.

"We are on the threshold of an election year, and to my regret, in an election year it is difficult for parties to place the national interest ahead of the party interest," he said. "The result of this is liable to be a budgetary breach and a massive increase in the deficit, which would very quickly put us in the situation of the crumbling economies of Europe. I will not allow this to happen here."

Citing the upheaval in the Middle East and the ongoing global economic crisis as two major challenges facing Israel, Netanyahu said "my obligation as prime minister is to put the national interest above everything and therefore, I have decided that the good of the State of Israel requires going to elections now, as soon as possible."

Hinting that the elections would be held within three months, Netanyahu said "the State of Israel would prefer a short election campaign of three months" as a long election campaign that would continue for an entire year would "severely damage the Israeli economy."

Affected by the debt crisis in Europe, a main market for Israel 's exports, Israel's economy has showed signs of slowdown this year.

After delivering the short statement, Netanyahu, leader of the ruling Likud party, did not take questions from reporters and then left the podium.

According to local media, Netanyahu had already met with President Shimon Peres, Knesset (parliament) Speaker Reuven Rivlin, and expressed his desire to disperse the legislature and go to early elections, in previous days.

Local political analysts suggest that the prime minister is trying to take advantage of his party's good standing in the polls and would like to prevent his numerous political rivals from gathering electoral momentum.

The debate regarding the budget proposal, which called for a NIS 14 billion (3.5 billion U.S. dollars) worth of cuts in government ministries, kicked into high gear in recent weeks, as Netanyahu met with various coalition members in trying to get a majority for it.

The suggested cuts are part of Netanyahu and Finance Minister Yuval Steinitz's austerity plan, set to fight Israel's slowing economy and low tax revenues, in hopes of reaching a three-percent of the GDP deficit target.

The main issue at the heart of the budget discussion in recent weeks is how to squeeze between NIS 13 and 15 billion (3.23-3.73 billion dollars) worth of cuts to the ministry spending.

The cuts will slash funding for education and infrastructure and are expected to stir up a significant public opposition. They are also vehemently opposed by ultra-orthodox parties.

Political analysts believe the ultra-Orthodox parties' refusal to accept budget cuts stems from needs of their electorate, many of whom are elderly, and include households of large or single- parent families, and the poor.

They believe that Netanyahu will try to place the blame on Shas, one of the ultra-Orthodox parties, for opposing the budget.

The Knesset, which is currently on hiatus, is scheduled to embark on its winter session on Oct. 15. If the elections are moved forward, then the Knesset will be dissolved on Oct. 15, and the earliest possible date to hold a new elections would be Jan. 15 of 2013.

The mandate of the current government ends at the end of 2013 and the general elections were originally scheduled to take place in October 2013.

Israel's opposition leaders gave mixed reaction to Netanyahu's call for early elections.

Kadima party leader Shaul Mofaz told Israel's Channel 2 television that it is expected of his party to replace Netanyahu. Mofaz also stressed that he is the "candidate with the biggest experience."

Meanwhile, former Kadima leader Tzipi Livni said Netanyahu "has made Israel isolated and withdrawn" from the world. She added on her Facebook page that the people of Israel will have to choose their path again.

"What happened to Netanyahu that he had to go to the polls because the system did not allow him to pass a budget," Israeli television pundit-turned-politician Yair Lapid from the Yesh Atid party told Channel 2.

Labor party leader Shelly Yehimovich applauded the move, saying that she may ask Livni, who lost Kadima's leadership to Mofaz in March, to join her party for the next elections.

Interior Minister Eli Yishai, leader of the ultra-Orthodox Shas party, also welcomed Netanyahu's decision and argued that it was expected and that his party would never support cuts in the general budget.

German Chancellor Angela Merkel on Tuesday voiced hope that Greece would overcome its challenges and remain in the eurozone, during her first visit to Athens since the start of the debt crisis which has cast a dark shadow over Europe since 2008.

Amid strict security measures and mass demonstrations against austerity, Merkel pledged Germany and the EU's support for Greece as long as the debt-crippled country continued on its challenging path of fiscal adjustment and reform.

"Significant progress has been achieved. I hope and wish that Greece will remain part of the euro," she said after talks with Greek Prime Minister Antonis Samaras. She repeatedly stressing in meetings with Greek political leadership that Germany was a good friend of the country and would do whatever possible to support Greece.

The German leader stressed that Athens should continue efforts to meet commitments in return for EU/International Monetary Fund bailout deals.

Merkel fell short of any breakthrough statements on the Greek crisis on camera, local analysts commented. Still, her presence in Athens and sympathetic words ahead of an important EU summit on Oct. 18 is deemed as a vote of support to the Greek government.

Despite her carrot and stick approach, the Chancellor's remarks could silence at least for a while speculation in the international media that Berlin and other European partners plan to let Greece default and exit the eurozone by the end of this year, Greek commentators stressed in first reactions on local television channels.

As Merkel wrapped up her six-hour stay in Athens and headed to the airport to depart for Berlin, Greek government sources revealed to local media that during closed-door talks Merkel appeared "open" to a discussion on an extension of Greece's fiscal adjustment plan to ease recession.

According to sources, all bailout issues would be settled as a package, but a final agreement during the Oct. 18 summit seemed "difficult" to reach, a report in the Greek national news agency AMNA said.

Following still inconclusive negotiations with auditors from the EU and IMF over a fresh austerity package for 2013-2014 needed to clear the way for the release of further financing to Athens this autumn, Greece hopes EU leaders will refer the issue to the next Eurogroup meeting.

Without the next tranche of funds, Greece will run out of cash by December, the government has warned.

Some 80,000 people protested peacefully against tough austerity measures, according to estimates from trade unions and opposition parties.

"We can't afford more cuts. Frau Merkel take your austerity and get out," chanted demonstrators at the Syntagma square in front of the parliament building shortly before the crowd dispersed after groups of anarchists started to clash with police forces, pelting rocks and petrol bombs.

One person was slightly injured and more than 200 people were detained throughout the day as a precautionary measure. A special security arrangement was made in Athens last seen in 1999, when former U.S. President Bill Clinton visited the city.

Peoples' frustration over austerity was also noted by Greek President Karolos Papoulias as he received the Chancellor at the Presidential mansion. "We have reached our limits of endurance. We must focus on measures that will bring hope," he said.

A few hundred meters further in front of the parliament building, main opposition radical Left SYRIZA coalition leader Alexis Tsipras, with Bernd Riexinger, the chief of the German Leftist party Die Linke by his side, criticized the "Merkelist" handling of the crisis.

source: PNA

Filipino World Boxing Council (WBC) Silver Minimum champion Denver “The Excitement” Cuello, who traces his roots to the townof Cabatuan in northwestern Iloilo, shed tears when his championship belt was safely returned to him Thursday morning, after he had inadvertently left it in taxi cab Monday night as he stepped out of the vehicle somewhere in Cubao.

Cuello furiously fought a Mexican brawler in Mexico on September 29 bucking a shoulder injury and a big cut in the right eye to wrest the title.

He left Mexico Oct. 3 and arrived recently in the country. He blamed inadequate sleep and fatigue which nearly cost him his prized possession, but vowed never to let it happen again.

The taxi driver, Pepito Sumalijog, who received copious thanks from the grateful Cuello said he saw on national television the boxing champion making an appeal for a return of his title belt, as he admitted he did not have an inkling it belonged to a world champion.

Sumalijog said he bore no malicious intent on Cuello's precious girdle, although he himself is poor and needy.

By Judy G. Quiros

Except for the cities of Davao and Cagayan de Oro, most areas in Mindanao have been experiencing a two-hour power curtailment beginning October 6 until November 10, according to Milfrance “Bambi” Capulong, National Grid Corporation in the Philippines (NGCP) spokesperson for Mindanao.

Capulong said the power shortage is triggered by the preventive maintenance shutdown of the 210 MW coal-fired power plant in Misamis Oriental that started October 6 and projected to last until November 10 as earlier announced by the coal plant’s operator, STEAG State Power, Inc.

“Except for Davao City and Cagayan de Oro City, all the rest are experiencing brownouts of about two hours as STEAG started the shutdown of its coal-fired power plant,” she said.

Mindanao’s power demand is at 1,100 MW. However, with STEAG’s preventive maintenance shutdown, the power generating capacity in the entire island was reduced to 974MW which caused the ongoing power shortage, Capulong said.

Earlier, National Power Corporation (NAPOCOR) has announced the coming of its two barges at 100MW capacity in General Santos City and Cagayan de Oro purposely to augment power supply in Mindanao.

Though the mooring site in General Santos is already prepared for the barge, NGCP has yet to get information regarding the mooring site in CDO, she said.

Capulong however said, the power capacity of the two power barges cannot suffice the lost power because of the shutdown of the STEAG’s Misamis Oriental coal fired power plant.

The newly created Mindanao Power Monitoring Committee (MPMC) has earlier urged the public to brace for possible outages in some Mindanao areas with the first-ever shutdown of the 210MW coal-fired power plant in Misamis Oriental.

STEAG’s 210MW coal-fired power plant is said to have two electric generation units, one with 105MW capacity to start on October 6 to November 4, and the other 105MW unit to go offline on October 29 until November 10.

source: PNA

President Benigno S. Aquino III has declared November 11 to 17, 2012 as “Electrical Engineering Week” to underscore the need to focus national attention on the importance of the electrical engineering profession.

The Chief Executive issued the declaration by virtue of Proclamation No. 419 signed by Executive Secretary Paquito N. Ochoa Jr. on July 4.

The proclamation aims to highlight the role of the electrical engineering profession in nation-building.

The Institute of Integrated Electrical Engineers of the Philippines, Inc. (IIEE), will hold its 37th Annual National Convention on November 14-17, 2012 at the SMX Convention Center, Seashell Lane at the Mall of Asia Complex, Pasay City.

The theme for this year’s gathering of electrical engineers is "Engineering a Safe and Better Nation Through Excellence in Electrical Profession."

Of all the party-list groups in the country, 70 percent of these start with letter A. You know why.

By the way, don't forget that Arroyo's son is a party-list congressman representing the so-called marginalized Filipino security guards in the country. Mikey Arroyo does not own a security agency nor was he a security guard (past, present, and future lives).

In other words, baga ug nawong.

PNA - Malacanang said on Thursday the Commission on Elections (Comelec), being an independent constitutional body, has the discretion to decide which party-list groups to accredit.

"The Comelec is an independent agency. We will have to rely on their expertise and their discretion to decide which party-list groups should be included or excluded from the election and we are in no way able to or allowed to influence the decision of the Comelec," said Presidential Spokesman Edwin Lacierda in a press briefing.

Comelec Chairman Sixto Brillantes Jr. has said the poll body has the authority to review the party-list's compliance with the continuing of its qualification.

He said the poll body wants to cleanse the party-list system, that's why party-list groups have to file manifestations to participate in the forthcoming elections in 2013.

The Comelec has already disqualified 52 of 72 new applicants for party-list accreditation, of which the Ako Bicol is one of 115 incumbent party-list groups.

Brillantes said the previous commission which accredited Ako Bicol might have been lax in implementing the law.

He said the party-list law has been abused, pointing out that the party-list congressmen are multi-millionaires.

While there is no limit to the net worth of party-list congressmen nominees, Brillantes said party-list groups should belong to the marginalized sector.

Lacierda said they would rely on the poll body "to apply evenly the rules on the party-list groups."

The question is: Are these party-list groups "an effective means of voicing out or are the present party-list representatives effectively able to voice out the (concerns of the) marginalized sectors? So, again, we leave it with the Comelec to apply the rules as they see fit," he said.

source: PNA

Toyota will recall 1.4 million vehicles from the Chinese market from Nov. 1 over faulty window switches, according to an announcement on Wednesday by the General Administration of Quality Supervision, Inspection and Quarantine.

The administration said in a statement that the recall is the Japanese manufacturer's largest in China, accounting for nearly 19 percent of the company's global recall of 7.43 million vehicles in this move.

The massive recall is due to a glitch in the power window master switch, which may lead to window switches malfunctioning, according to the statement.

The recall involves both locally manufactured and imported Camry, Yaris, Highlander, Corolla and Rav4 models, the statement said.

source: PNA

The Philippine government and Moro Islamic Liberation Front (MILF) will sign on Monday, Oct. 15, the Framework Agreement on peace aimed at ending the conflict in Mindanao that has spanned two generations and has resulted in hundreds of casualties.

In a press conference in Malacanang on Wednesday, Presidential spokesman Edwin Lacierda said that among those who were expected to attend the signing, included Malaysian Prime Minister Datuk Seri Najib Tun Razak, MILF Chairman Al Hadj Murad, MILF contingent and other partners who helped in the successful conclusion of the peace talks in Malaysia.

The Monday’s event will be the first time Murad steps in Malacañang, Lacierda said.

Prior to the signing of Framework agreement, Prime Minister Razak and President Benigno S. Aquino III will have bilateral discussions.

Lacierda clarified that both sides are signing the Framework Agreement and not the annexes, explaining that the Framework Agreement secures the foundations for a more detailed implementation of the peace agreement.

“The Framework Agreement is the foundation for the house. It’s pleasant… how good and pleasant it is for brothers Christians, Muslims, and Lumads to dwell together in peace. So that’s where we are right now. We have established the foundations of the house,” Lacierda said.

Reacting to reports saying the Moro National Liberation Front (MNLF) felt betrayed by the Framework Agreement, Lacierda said the MILF and the MNLF had a solidarity agreement and that the MNLF has always been part of the negotiations. It will also take part in the development of the Basic Law, he said.

President Aquino announced last week that the government and the MILF was nearing the forging of a Framework Agreement on peace aimed at ending the conflict that has spanned two generations and has taken the lives of more than 100,000 Filipinos.

The Framework Agreement laid down the ground work for achieving the “final and enduring peace in Mindanao" by enjoining all stakeholders to support the implementation of the needed 'structural reforms'," the chief executive said.

Under the Framework Agreement, a new political entity will replace the Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao (ARMM) and will be named “Bangsamoro.”

After the signing of the Framework Agreement, the President will issue an Executive Order (EO) creating a Transition Commission that will recommend a draft bill to Congress creating the Bangsamoro. Congress will then deliberate on the Bangsamoro Basic law, government chief negotiator Dean Marvic Leonen said this week.

The commission will hold an all inclusive consultations in the affected areas to know the pulse of the people in the proposed Bangsamoro, he said.

source: PNA

Malacanang hopes that the "watered-down" Senate version of the sin tax bill will be "remedied."

"We thank Senator (Ralph) Recto for his efforts, but the Senate version of the bill falls short of what we need to fund the health programs we envisioned," Presidential Communications Development and Strategic Planning Office Secretary Ramon Carandang, in a statement, said on Wednesday.

Recto, Senate ways and means committee chair, earlier said that the sin tax measure they endorsed would raise P15 billion to P20 billion a year in additional revenues for government.

"Our committee report predictably and responsibly could generate in the first year between P15 billion and P20 billion," he said.

The Senate version is lower in revenue generation terms than the sin tax bill approved last June by the House of Representatives, which is expected to raise P31.35 billion in the first year of implementation.

"We hope this can be remedied," said Carandang.

Presidential Spokesman Edwin Lacierda, in a press briefing, also said the watered-down Senate version of the sin tax bill reduced substantially the revenues that the government expects to collect.

"Certainly, we hope that it can still be remedied in bicam. But we thank Senator Ralph Recto’s efforts coming out with a version. But it does not address, it doesn’t achieve the amount of revenues we had hoped to collect based on our version," he said.

source: PNA

Philippine Army (PA) chief Lt. Gen. Emmanuel Bautista on Wednesday announced that former Lt. Col. Eduardo "Red" Kapunan, who is wanted for the killing of labor leader Rolando Olalia and latter's driver Leonor Alay-ay, surrendered himself to them since Oct. 6.

Bautista said that Kapunan surrendered himself to the Capiz-based 3rd Infantry Division on the weekend.

He also said that the unit quickly turned over Kapunan to the custodial management unit of the PA.

Bautista said that they were awaiting for the court handling Kapunan's case to issue an order determining where the latter will be put in custody.

Olalia, a leader of the Kilusang Mayo Uno (KMU), together with driver, was killed allegedly by soldier-members of the Reform the Armed Forces Movement (RAM) in 1986, eight months after the EDSA-1 refvolt.

Among the accused in the killing of the labor leader were Oscar Legaspi, Filomeno Maligaya, Cirilo Almario, Jose Bacera, Fernando Casanova, Ricardo Dicon, Gilbert Galicia, Dennis Jabatan, Gene Paris, Freddie Sumagaysay and Edgar Sumido â€" all members of the ultra-rightist RAM.

By Cielito M. Reganit

The House of Representatives had approved on final reading a bill instituting a compulsory insurance for election officials and workers during national and local elections.

The compulsory insurance will be for members of the Board of Election Inspectors (BEI), Special Board of Election Inspectors (SBEI), the Board of Election Tellers (BET) and their support staff for every national and local election.

Authors of House Bill 8528 said the compulsory insurance was one of the way the government could concretely express its recognition of the crucial role of the members of the BEI, SBEI, the BET and their support staff and the dangers that attend every election.

The bill mandates that the death benefits shall include the awarding of P200,000 to the beneficiaries on the first year of implementation of the proposed law and the insurance coverage shall also include hospitalization and medical expenses of the injured beneficiary until his/her recovery notwithstanding benefits provided for by the Government Service Insurance System (GSIS) or any institution granting the same to the insured.

The bill provides that the insurance coverage shall commence from the time the insured is exposed to any election-related risk.

The coverage starts from, but not limited to, the acquisition of election paraphernalia and it shall be terminated upon proper turn-over of the same to the appropriate receiving officer or until any election-related risk is no longer present, the bill states.

source: PNA

It's a regular holiday nationwide on Oct. 26.

Malacanang said Wednesday President Benigno Aquino III has signed Proclamation No. 488 declaring Oct 26 as a regular holiday all over the country in observance of Eidul Adha or Feast of Sacrifice.

Presidential Spokesman Edwin Lacierda told a news briefing Eidul Adha is one of the two greatest feasts of Islam.

The date of the festival is based on the declaration made by Saudi Arabia’s highest religious body.

Proclamation 488, signed on Oct. 9, also states that the National Commission on Muslim Filipinos recommended the observance be on Oct. 26 and the Eidul Adha prayer be performed on the final declaration of the Saudi Government.

By Eddie G. Alinea

Basketball-crazy Filipinos in the Royal Kingdom of Saudi Arabia will finally have the chance of seeing anew their cage heroes with the visit of the PBA Legends in a series of exhibition and goodwill games on October 24 to November 2.

The PBA Legends games, to be played in the cities of Dammam, Jeddah and Riyadh, will be in connection with the the annual celebration of the Hajj season on Oct. 24-29 in Saudi Arabia. Hajj is the pilgrimage to Mecca and is one of the greatest religious observances in Islam.

The program, according to PBA Legends USA Foundation secretary general Ruffy Ignacio, is supported by His Royal Highness Prince Nawaf bin Faisal bin Fahad, President General of Youth Welfare, Ministry of Sports and Welfare of the Kingdom.

The project is also aimed at strengthening athletic and cultural ties between the host country and the Philippines. Select local teams from Saudi Arabia will participate in the program.

The program is being managed by Coordinations Est. Company, in cooperation with various regional Filipino basketball organizations in Saudi Arabia -- the Pilipino Basketball Association (PBA) in Dammam, Overseas Filipino Basketball League (OFBL) in Jeddah and the Philippine Arabia Basketball Association (PABA) in Riyadh, Ignacio disclosed.

The program is under the overall leadership of Fahad Ibraheem Al Sekaity and Abdul Aziz Virgilio "Jawo" Dizon, a 19-year Filipino expatriate executive in the Kingdom.

Manila-based legends Marlou Aquino, E.J. Feihl, Bonnel Balingit, Rodney Santos, Bong Hawkins, Gherome Ejercito, Gerald Esplana, Vince Hizon, Bal David and Noli Locsin along with US-based Abe King Jr., PBA Legends USA Foundation, chair and president; and Ponky Alolor make up the team.

Unknown to many, the Filipino basketball communities in the Kingdom are a well-knit group of dedicated and hardworking kababayans who advance the twin cause of basketball and fellowship in that part of the world.

By Bingo P. Dejaresco III

Bohol's vibrant economy spurred by tourism, Overseas Filipino Workers (OFWs) money and agriculture is attracting some of the leading power investors to build power plants in Bohol.

After the first proposal involving the P 1.3-billion Cantakoy project (8 MW) of the huge Ayala Corporation comes this fresh interest to yet use Bohol's indigenous, renewable source- water power -to augment the estimated 103 Megawatt(MW) existing power capacity in the province.

The Sun West Water and Power Company (Suweco) led by Bicol energy magnates aims at constructing two hydropower plants in two phases in the next three to four years that can create a new 12.5 MW facility at an estimated cost of close to P2-billion.

The two power investments will add about 20.5 MW power to Bohol or increase its current capacity by more than 20%.

An independent industry estimate places the cost of one MW power at US$ 2-million (about P84 million) if constructed using an existing dam while that without a dam yet would be a ceiling of about US$ 4-million (P164-million) per kilowatt hour.

The first Suweco project which has filed for a COE (Certificate of Endorsement) with the DOE (Department of Energy) that leads to a COC (Certificate of Compliance) for the project to begin.

TWO PROJECTS

The first smaller SUWECO project (located near San Miguel and Ubay towns) would produce 2.5 MW harnessing the power of the existing Bayongan dam (a project reeking with controversy in the past) at a cost of about P300 million. The power will be distributed by feeding to the Boheco lines, per Suweco's study, for energy distribution.

"The project can be finished in about 18 months from project start" according to the president of Suweco Jose Silvestre "Sly" Natividad, an ex seminarian turned engineer- who declared categorically that they will go through all the procedures needed to get the project through.

That calls to mind the delayed Cantakoy project which was riddled with questions on its social preparation, LGU consultation, and environmental requisites. A group of U.P scientists and economists posed some objections to the project. Ayala Corporation, however, hopes to remedy all the holes in the proposal and continue the project since they are poised to launch P100-billion of their money for power generation in the nation for the next five years.

Natividad said that Suweco 's philosophy is always to bring prosperity and advancement to the residents in the relevant area of power development and that they will cooperate with all LGUs to bring the project to completion. He said they will also submit their intentions to the PDC (Provincial development Council), shortly.

The more ambitious one is for the generation of another 10MW power hydroelectric plant by creating a new dam in the area touching Carmen, Dagohoy and Danao at an estimated cost (high) of P 1.7 Billion based on a per MW cost of US$ 4 million.

The location will be somewhere near the area popularly known as the alleged "hiding place" of fugitive Commander Vargas (NPA) who could not be arrested by authorities for a long time, by utilizing this deep hiding place.

MULTIFACTED PROJECT

The 42-year old Suweco president Sly Natividad said that there are studies to make the Phase I Bayongan Dam Power Plant a multi-dimensional one: irrigation,reforestation, power and potable water generation. They are in intense study to make the various pro-people benefits a reality even as they expect hundreds of qualified residents in these areas to have priority in the employment list.

Suweco is not a stranger to hydropower technology as it operates the Hitoma I and Silong mini hydroplants in Bato Catanduanes with 3.6 MW at the cost of P 515- million while three more plants are 80% finished in the Antique area with a total of 8 MW. Other on-going projects are the ones in Cagayan (north) and Aklan island in the Visayas.The method used is the so-called "Greenfield" technology and the Suweco claims the group of companies to be "leading the Green Revolution."

The DOE is set to grant COCs in the future to 13 major power generators (including Suweco and Ayala) covering over 2,000 additional MW to address the growing economy of the Philippines which registered a remarkable 6.4% GDP growth rate last quarter- the second best in Asia after China.

While the Bayongan Power Plant will take 1.5 years to finish, the bigger one which requires a new dam will require 2 to 3 years to finish.

Natividad sits in the Board of the group's many companies including the industries touching on retail, technology, lesiure resort, real estate, construction, city hotels,and many others.

IMPACT TO BOHOL

The 103 MW power of Bohol is presently supplied by three hydropower plants in Tontonan, Sevilla and Hanopol, one diesel run power geenrator in Dampas while more than half is supplied by the underground cables coming from the Leyte electric grid which in turn is run by geothermal power (heat from the earth).

There are fears that disruption of one cable could seriously affect the economic activities in the province. Hydro power is the cheapest form of electric generation and the most environmentally friendly aside from being renewable.

The Provincial Government through the PDC (Provincial Development Council) will certainly assess all the new entrants to the power generation game in the province and make them jell with the projected jump in power demand with the ascendancy of a new Panglao international airport, ancillary tourism businesses and houses to be built coming from OFW money.

Projects like these are deemed a hybrid of a PPP (Private Public Partnership) since that even though there may be no "cash out" from the government since this is what Suweco claim as B-0-0 (Build Own and Operate)- and therefore a purely private sector initiative-, the resources used like roads, the water and land itself are assets of the national patrimony supervised by the local LGU for the best use of public interest.

It is important to the constituents of the area due to the "sharing" it gets from the 1% sales shares of the DOE and NEA on the projected completion of the power plants sourced from electric power bills of industrials, private businesses, government buildings and consumers.

A lot of public consultation and coordination may have to ensue between the private proponents and Government as they both have a stake in the success of the endeavors.

POLICEMAN OF ENERGY PROJECTS

The DOE through the ERC (Energy Regulatory Commission) issues the COE (endorsement) that leads to a COC (Compliance) a strict police edict of the state to guard the interests of the populace.

The COC, valid for five years. ensures that power firms will not compromise the health and safety of communities where it operates. It assures the public that the power firms will strictly adhere to the cross ownership and market share limitations stated in the EPIRA (Electric Power Industry Reform Act) to prevent market power abuse.

The Boholano community is watching with wide-eyed interest as progress cannot go on smoothly without the benefit if adequate and cheap power.

source: PNA

A Thai court ordered the arrest of former Prime Minister Thaksin Shinawatra in a case involving about 380 U.S. Million dollars loan, Bangkok Post online reported.

The Supreme Court's Criminal Division of Political Position holders issued the arrest warrant of the self-exiled former PM in a case involving 11.58 billion baht (about 377 U.S. dollars) in loans from state-owned Krung Thai Bank.

In this case, the Office of the Attorney-General filed malfeasance charges against Thaksin and 26 others, including former KTB president Viroj Nualkair.

The OAG prosecuted these people in connection with KTB loans provided to the affiliates of Krisdamahanakorn Plc, a major property and real estate firm.

According to the charges, KTB approved large loans to Krisdamahanakorn's affiliates despite Krisdamahanakorn being classified as a non-performing debtor of the bank.

Under the debt rehabilitation agreement, Krisdamahanakorn was not eligible for any more loans.

All of the defendants, except Thaksin, appeared before the court to hear the charges.

The court, therefore, issued a warrant for the arrest of Thaksin, the first defendant, and shelved the suit against him.

The lawsuit can be renewed when Thaksin is brought to the court, said a court judge.

The court set Jan. 25 next year for the examination of evidence. All defendants were told to submit their evidence 14 days before the appointment date.

After Thaksin was toppled by the coup in 2006, he faced several charges related to corruption.