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Maine Mendoza, Kylie Verzosa wasak ang puso sa pagpanaw ni Dr. Gia Sison
NAGLULUKSA ang online community, pati ang ilang celebrities sa pagpanaw ng host at mental health advocate na si Dr. Gia Sison. Ilan lamang sa nagbigay-pugay ay sina Maine Mendoza at Kylie Verzosa na inalala ang pagiging mabuting kaibigan sa kanila ng namayapang doktora. “This is so sad. Rest easy, Doc Gia. You will be remembered.....»»
Romualdez, Villarica break ground for NCMH facility
A mental health facility for women and children has been inaugurated in Mandaluyong City......»»
Cebu, Mandaue ink flooding resolution pact
The local governments of Cebu and Mandaue cities have recently signed a memorandum of agreement to resolve the flooding problem in their respective cities recently. Cebu City Mayor Michael Rama and Mandaue City Mayor Jonas Cortes signed the agreement which will see at least 6,000 individuals to be relocated once the Cebu City government begins its rehabilitation of the Butuanon River in 2024 as part of its effort to address the issue of flooding. Rama said he had already arranged the demolition of the houses where these people reside. Both cities are clearing the 23-kilometer river structures and residents living within the three-meter easement zone. The joint undertaking will rehabilitate the Butuanon River and Mahiga Creeks along the boundaries of both cities. Other possible solutions considered to the flooding problem are the construction of water detention ponds in upland areas and planting of bamboo along the rivers to prevent soil erosion. The post Cebu, Mandaue ink flooding resolution pact appeared first on Daily Tribune......»»
Rewards, innovations, sustainability
Globe, the mobile leader and top digital solutions provider in the Philippines, is redefining customer appreciation with its annual G Day celebration, which brings together life-enabling tools and rewards in line with its mission to uplift the lives of Filipinos. Stretching beyond the date of 17 September (09/17) or 0917, which represents Globe’s mobile number prefix, this month-long celebration offers Globe customers digital innovations and next-gen tech experiences. Globe is also committed to using the G Day platform to reiterate its message of environmental sustainability. Throughout its G Day events and activities, Globe is championing sustainability by encouraging customers to observe eco-friendly and socially-conscious practices through small acts, from proper waste disposal and avoidance of single-use plastics to using sustainable transport through the use of Globe’s electric vehicle shuttles to and from event venues, or via carpooling. Customers are also encouraged to support advocacies such as the Hapag Movement, the Globe-led initia-tive that aims to address involuntary hunger through supplemental feeding and livelihood training. G Chance The Raffle. Globe customers can use their Rewards points to redeem raffle entries via the GlobeOne App. G Chance The Raffle can also kick-start online businesses and equip aspiring vloggers, giving them a chance to learn the ropes from industry leaders such as YouTube, Meta and TikTok. Winners will get access to premium subscriptions such as the RUSH Spark Lite e-Store Platform and Canva Pro, along with the tools they would need in their creator or business owner journey. Techies can win the latest intelligent gadgets, and for shopaholics, Globe is giving away a shopping spree at Puregold, plus GCash prizes and more. Customers can redeem entries until 30 September 2023. G Music Fest. G Music Fest, now on its fourth year, is making an even bigger comeback as a music and creator Festival. With a focus on celebrating local talent, this year will feature an all-Pinoy lineup: Urbandub, December Avenue, Lola Amour, Dilaw, PLAYERTWO, Paul Pablo, Sugarcane, The Itchyworms, Mayonnaise, Ace Ban-zuelo, Nobita, Munimuni and Syd Hartha at Circuit Grounds in Makati on 16 September. Beyond inspiration through music, the festival’s Creator Hub will encourage self-expression, learning and creativity through various art and community building activities such as live murals and painting with Drip Splash and Paint It Fun. G Creator Con. On 17 September, G Creator Con aims to unlock the creative potential of each Filipino in the music, content design and technology space. The event, to be held simultaneously at The Globe Tower, BGC Amphitheater and Globe Creator House, transforms BGC into an art and tech city powered by Globe and serves as a springboard for Globe’s Creator Culture, a long-term program combining thought-leadership, creative tech experiences and rewarding opportunities through creator project grants. Creator Talks will feature speakers from Meta, YouTube, DTI Design Center, Myx, Social Media Marketing PH, Bitskwela, and creative thought-leaders Nadine Lustre, Mela Habijan, Pat Tinguy, Eva Le Queen, Pio Dumayas of Lola Amour as panelists. G Fair. To be held on 23 to 24 September the following weekend also at the BGC Amphitheater, the art and tech pop-up market G Fair will showcase Filipino entrepreneurs and artists. With curated micro, small and medium-size enterprises and artists from MoCAF (Modern and Contemporary Art Festival), the bazaar will offer a blend of homegrown businesses and art. G Battle Zone: G Legends Cup and REV Major. Gaming enthusiasts can participate in an online nationwide Mobile Legends tournament, the G Legends Cup, on 23 to 30 September. Winners will receive cash prizes and a chance to meet, greet and even scrim with Globe’s main gaming ambassador Blacklist International. Gamers may also join the Philippines’ largest fighting game tournament, REV Major 2023, to be held at the SMX Convention Center on 30 September and 1 October. Here, the best of Pinoy gamers will play against international fighting game esports athletes. Attendees will also enjoy exclusive giveaways from Globe’s partners such as GrabCar, Move It and Foodpanda. For more information on the G Day events, download and explore the GlobeOne app or visit glbe.co/GDayEveryday. The post Rewards, innovations, sustainability appeared first on Daily Tribune......»»
Bong Go highlights significance of education in ensuring a brighter future
Senator Christopher "Bong" Go, adopted son of CALABARZON, underscored the significance of education as a gateway to a brighter future during the 50th Commencement Exercises of Cavite State University - CCAT Rosario Campus on Tuesday, September 5. The graduation ceremony was also attended by other officials, such as Rosario Vice Mayor Bamm Gonzales and General Trias Mayor Jonjon Ferrer, among others. “Sa mga graduates, sa mga estudyante, kahit anong course po ang inyong kinuha, ishi-share ko lang po sa inyo ang natutunan ko sa buhay. Isa lang ang sikreto diyan, mahalin n’yo po ang inyong kapwa Pilipino, hinding-hindi po kayo magkakamali. Malay n’yo po pagdating ng panahon kayo rin po ang mamumuno sa bayan o magiging senador ng bansa. Totoo iyan. Kaya unahin ninyo ang interes ng kapwa natin Pilipino,” Go said in his speech. “Ako po hindi ko po akalain na magiging senador po ako. At nagpapasalamat ako sa inyo, sa Panginoon na dinala po niya ako rito. Kaya naniniwala ako na ang serbisyo sa tao ay serbisyo sa Diyos,” he continued. Go emphasized how education can open doors to countless opportunities as he commended the graduates for their dedication and perseverance, recognizing their hard work throughout their academic journey. He reminded them that their graduation marks the beginning of a new chapter filled with possibilities and challenges. “Ngayong araw, tayo'y nagkakaisa upang parangalan hindi lamang ang pagwawakas ng academic journey kundi ang pagsilang ng isang bagong yugto sa buhay ng 680 estudyante ng inyong unibersidad,” highlighted Go. “Half a century ago, this campus was founded with a dream to cultivate abilities and expertise in the realms of Industrial Technology, Engineering, Information and Communication Technology, Hotel and Restaurant Management, and Education. Now, that dream persists, and I am both honored and humbled to be part of this milestone commencement ceremony,” he continued. The senator also expressed his gratitude to the school officials, including University President Dr. Hernando Robles, Vice President for Academic Affairs Dr. Ma. Agnes Nuestro, Vice President for Research and Extension Dr. Mary Jane Tepora, Vice President for Business and Resource Generation Ms. Lolita Herrera, and Campus Administrator Dr. Lauro Pascua, among others. “To the committed University Administrative Council, our distinguished campus leaders, honored deans, and the lively academic community that envelops us, I offer my sincere thanks for your unwavering dedication to excellence,” Go highlighted. “To the parents and guardians, your affection and encouragement have been the pillars of these graduates' achievements. Your faith in them has ignited their resolve, and today, we revel in your victory as well,” he added. In his speech, Go took the opportunity to discuss his legislative efforts aimed at fortifying the education sector. He expressed his unwavering commitment to improving the lives of Filipinos through various initiatives. SBN 1359 or the "No Permit, No Exam Prohibition Act," was co-authored and co-sponsored by Go and received approval on the third and final reading in March. This proposed legislation aims to put an end to the practice of denying students access to examinations or other educational assessments due to unpaid tuition or school fees. The bill ensures that no student's education is compromised due to financial constraints. In a bid to enhance access to tertiary education, Go co-authored and co-sponsored SBN 1360. This bill seeks to expand the coverage of the Tertiary Education Subsidy (TES) by amending Republic Act No. 10931, known as the Universal Access To Quality Tertiary Education Act. By broadening the reach of TES, Go expressed his confidence that more underprivileged students will have the opportunity to pursue higher education. In times of disasters and emergencies, students facing financial hardships often find it challenging to repay loans. To address this concern, Go introduced SBN 1864, known as the "Student Loan Payment Moratorium During Disasters and Emergencies Act." This proposed measure offers relief to students who have taken out loans but are unable to meet their repayment obligations due to unforeseen circumstances. It underscores the importance of compassion and support during trying times. Go also earlier authored and co-sponsored RA 11470, establishing the National Academy of Sports (NAS) in 2020 as part of his vision to ensure promising young athletes can further hone their talents while getting a quality education. NAS is a government-run academy aimed at developing the country’s future athletes by offering quality secondary education with a special curriculum on sports for gifted young Filipinos who want to enhance their physical and mental capabilities in sports. “To the graduates, remember that your education is not merely a ladder for personal success; it is a potent tool for uplifting our community and the broader society. Wield it with wisdom, and never lose sight of the values and principles that have been so lovingly instilled in you,” Go said. “As I draw to a close, I leave you with a philosophy that has steered me throughout my existence: ‘Ang edukasyon ay hindi lamang isang karapatan, kundi isang tungkulin na may kalakip na responsibilidad.’ Mabuhay ang Cavite State University – CCAT Rosario Campus! Mabuhay ang mga bagong graduates,” the senator concluded. Go also provided tokens to students who graduated with honors. He encouraged them to use their education to serve their community and the country. The post Bong Go highlights significance of education in ensuring a brighter future appeared first on Daily Tribune......»»
K to 10 pilot implementation begins in select schools
The pilot implementation of the revised Kindergarten to Grade 10 (K to 10) curriculum will begin this year in selected schools, a high-ranking official of the Department of Education disclosed on Tuesday. "We are looking at around 20 schools nationwide that will participate in the pilot study of the new curriculum," DepEd Assistant Secretary Francis Cesar Bringas said in a press conference at the East Rembo Elementary School in Makati City. Bringas, also the agency's deputy spokesperson, said the DepEd will consolidate all the findings in the pilot implementation of the new curriculum in preparation for its phased implementation. "We will be consolidating all the findings and the results of this pilot implementation so that we implement nationwide for Kinder, Grades 1, 4 and 7 by school year 2024-2025," he said. Bringas said the recalibrated K to 10 curriculum is designed to allow students to master competencies in the lower level before advancing to the next grade level "So, it's a staggered implementation of the new curriculum because the curriculum is so designed that before you go to the next higher grade level in each key stage, you have to master the competencies in the lower grade level," he said. Just recently, the DepEd launched the revised K to 10 curriculum to address learning losses and improve learning outcomes of the learners. The current curriculum has seven competencies, namely Mother Tongue, Filipino, English, Mathematics, Araling Panlipunan, MAPEH and Edukasyon sa Pagpapakatao. However, under the new curriculum, there will be five competencies, namely Language, Reading and Literacy, Mathematics, Makabansa and GMRC. The phased implementation of the new curriculum will begin starting school year 2024-2025 for Kindergarten, Grades 1, 4, and 7, school year 2025-2026 for Grades 2, 5, and 8, school year 2026-2027 for Grades 3, 6, and 9 and school year 2027-2028 for Grade 10. The post K to 10 pilot implementation begins in select schools appeared first on Daily Tribune......»»
Salt maker request: Redeem our dying industry, amend ‘Asin’Law
A gourmet salt manufacturer in Albuquerque, Bohol is asking for the country’s lawmakers to amend Republic Act 8172, otherwise known as the Act for Salt Iodization Nationwide or ASIN Law, as the statute continues to kill their industry that has been operating in Albuquerque for more than a century now. In an interview, Nestor Manungas, proprietor of ASINAN ni Tan Inong, the maker of the unique Asin Tibuok, said RA 8172 has been hindering them to manufacture the condiment because the law mandates that salt produced in the country should contain iodine. “We cannot do that in our product because our way of producing Asin Tibuok is completely different from the normal way of making salt. We use direct heat, so minerals, like iodine, will definitely wear out or destroy the product,” he said. Signed into law by late-President Fidel V. Ramos in 1995, RA 8172 seeks to eliminate iodine deficiency disorders by mandating all salt producers and manufacturers to iodize their products. Ease of Doing Business Also, Manungas hit the Food and Drug Administration for being so sluggish in releasing approvals on their product, despite the presence of the Ease of Doing Business Law. “The US FDA is even better, we got it quickly. But here, we got them (FDA permit) more than two years ago. Although the Department of Trade and Industry helped us in the process, but it’s still too long. Other manufacturers have already given up on operating here because of bureaucratic hardships in acquiring business operation permits,” according to Manungas. Manungas’ Asin Tibuok, under the company Tan Inong Manufacturing Corporation, is currently making waves in terms of exports in various parts of the world, particularly in the United States, Europe, Australia, Japan and China. “This year we have a huge demand in Europe. Foreigners appreciate our salt as they find it totally different from Himalayan salt because it has a smoky flavor that they like in the taste of their food. But hopefully, we can sell on a large scale here in the country. I hope the business founded by our ancestors will not be dissolved,” he said. Stringent process Making Asin Tibuok, said to be on the brink of extinction, is not easy as it is very labor-intensive. Traditionally, Asin Tibuok making begins by soaking coconut husks for three months in saltwater coming from pools by the mangrove at the back of the manufacturing house of Manungas in Albuquerque. These husks will go through the burning process in a highly controlled manner. Subsequently, the ashes collected from the burnt are manually poured on large filters and more seawater will be poured through the ashes to make a very highly concentrated brine. After this, specially made clay pots are placed over a wood fire, and the concentrated brine is transferred continuously for eight hours into the boiling pots. Manungas and his assistants usually keep a close eye on evaporation so that the pots will not crack, resulting in a smoky sphere of salt that can weigh as much as one kilo. These pots of rocky salt are priced at P800. Business group support Since last year, the Philippine Chamber of Agriculture and Food Inc. has been urging lawmakers to amend Republic Act 8172 to revive the country’s salt production industry. Its president, Danilo Fausto said the country continues to import 93 percent of its salt requirement, even though the Philippines has the second longest shoreline in the world. “We have 36,000 kilometers of shoreline. It’s really embarrassing that we are importing salt from Australia and China, and some also in Thailand and New Zealand,” Fausto said. Fausto added the country in 2021 imported 646,000 metric tons of salt, which is being used as fertilizer for coconut trees. On the other hand, the Philippine Chamber of Commerce and Industry is also pushing for amendments to the Asin Law to help local manufacturers in the country, aside from other monumental reforms that would help micro, small, and medium enterprises to recoup from the ill effects of the pandemic and economic headwinds. But during his second State of the Nation Address, the proposed amendment for the ASIN Law was not included on the priority bills President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. requested for lawmakers of the House of Representatives to focus on. The post Salt maker request: Redeem our dying industry, amend ‘Asin’Law appeared first on Daily Tribune......»»
Former Magdalo leader challenges Lray Villafuerte
Former Magdalo leader and San Fernando, Camarines Sur Mayor Fermin Mabulo, challenged 2nd District Rep. LRay Villafuerte to a gubernatorial face-off and called for an end to their 40-Year reign. The former Magdalo leader on Monday announced his commitment to challenge the Villafuerte dynasty. In a press conference in Quezon City, Mabulo boldly called for a new brand of leadership that prioritizes inclusive and sustainable development for all, while issuing a direct challenge to Camarines Sur Representative LRay Villafuerte for a face-off in the next gubernatorial elections. He said he is forced to come out in the open following the escalating number of fake news and rumors, he alleges, are spread by the Villafuerte camp against him and his family. He expressed frustration with these baseless attacks, hinting at the political motives behind them. "Madami pong lumalabas na mga fake news laban sa akin at sa aming pamilya. Mga paninira na sa una ay hindi namin pinapansin dahil pawang kasinungalingan lang. Subalit ito ay palala ng palala at sponsored pa," Mabulo revealed, underscoring the need to address the smear campaign that has plagued him and his family. Despite previously serving as the provincial administrator during Villafuerte's term as governor, Mayor Mabulo recounted that Rep. Villafuerte initiated attacks against him on social media platforms. Earlier this year, Rep. Villafuerte even challenged Mayor Mabulo to a boxing match. “May nag-text nga sa akin at nanghahamon pa ng suntukan, nag-post din sa Facebook. Sasagutin na kita, Congressman Villafuerte, tinatanggap ko ang iyong hamon. Boxing? Let’s go! Sa isang kundisyon: gawin natin ito sa Jessie Robredo Coliseum sa Naga City bilang fundraising event para sa kapakanan ng ating mga provincial scholars na tinanggal mo dahil hindi bumoto sa mga anak mo ang magulang at pamilya nila," declared Mayor Mabulo. Undeterred by the 40-year Villafuerte leadership in Camarines Sur, Mayor Mabulo voiced his commitment to break away from stagnation and bring about genuine progress and development in the province. "Nakalipas ang apat na pung taon sa position, mailap parin ang pangarap na kapayapaan at kaginhawan na pinapangarap ng bawat magsasaka, mangingisda, at mga ordinaryong mamamayan sa aming probinsiya," he asserted, emphasizing the pressing need for transformative leadership. Mayor Mabulo expressed, "I am offering myself to my beloved province mates in Camarines Sur. Enough is enough! It is time for a new brand of leadership, leadership with heart and skills." This echoes the principles of the late Secretary Jesse Robredo. Citing the Philippine Statistics Authority, Mayor Mabulo highlighted the pressing socio-economic challenges faced by Camarines Sur. The province reported a high poverty incidence of 29.8 percent, reflecting the hardships endured by a significant portion of the population. Additionally, the subsistence incidence among families stands at 10.5 percent, indicating the struggle to meet basic food requirements. The Department of Social Welfare and Development's Listahanan 3 database identified around 184,667 poor households, equivalent to 1,078,719 indigents, in Camarines Sur. These figures underscore the need for targeted poverty reduction programs to uplift the most vulnerable communities. Furthermore, the province's Human Development Index (HDI) witnessed a decline during the term of Governor LRay Villafuerte, despite increased tourism and economic activity, indicating the urgency for inclusive and sustainable development efforts that benefit all residents. Drawing a parallel with the biblical narrative of the Exodus, Mayor Mabulo said, "Life begins at 40. After 40 years of suffering in the wilderness, God brought the Israelites to the promised land, a land flowing with milk and honey. I call on my province mates in Camarines Sur - tapusin na po natin ang apat na pong taon na paghihirap sa Camarines Sur. Panahon para sa pagbabago." The upcoming gubernatorial elections will see how much of a hold the Villafuertes still have over the province. The post Former Magdalo leader challenges Lray Villafuerte appeared first on Daily Tribune......»»
Marikina to deploy health, safety officers
Over 1,000 health and safety protocol officers will be deployed by the local government of Marikina City to safeguard the health and safety of Palarong Pambansa delegates, Mayor Marcelino “Marcy” Teodoro said. “We will be deploying more than 1,000 health and safety protocol officers to all playing venues and billeting schools,” Teodoro said. “Our primordial concern is the health and safety of our student-athletes, coaches, other delegates, and the general public,” the local chief executive added. There are 29 playing venues and 31 billeting schools during the Palaro 2023. Teodoro said each team is composed of doctors, nurses, and first aiders who have the medical expertise and are highly trained to address emergency medical issues. “They will be manning properly equipped medical stations situated at the playing venues and billeting schools. Ambulances are readily available on-site for emergencies requiring hospital attention,” he said. “We want to ensure an efficient conduct of Palaro here in Marikina,” the mayor added. Teodoro also said that they will strictly implement the minimum public health standards to protect student-athletes and delegates from the threats of Covid-19. “We have an existing temporary treatment and monitoring facility located in Bagong Sibol, Nangka. It can accommodate 100 patients with confirmed asymptomatic to mild cases of Covid-19,” he said. “This facility seeks to immediately isolate delegates who will test positive in order for them to quickly get the much-needed medical attention and treatment,” the mayor added. Also, the city has swabbing facility, and molecular and diagnostic laboratory wherein student-athletes and delegates can get Covid-19 tests quickly. “The swabbing facility can administer immediate antigen tests and RT-PCR tests,” Teodoro said. The city government is also conducting daily and regular fumigation and sanitation activities at the billeting schools and playing venues. “All billeting quarters have potable water while foods are prepared according to strict health and sanitation standards to avoid food and water contamination,” the mayor assured. The post Marikina to deploy health, safety officers appeared first on Daily Tribune......»»
Free divers find love and death in Netflix’s ‘Deepest Breath’
Early in "The Deepest Breath," an underwater drone follows free diver Alessia Zecchini as she plunges 100 meters down into the ocean's dark depths, and back up, all on a single breath. The heart-pounding, claustrophobic three-and-a-half-minute sequence is as difficult to watch as it is mesmerizing. As she ascends to the shallows, Zecchini's body begins to twitch. Rescue divers seize her and drag her up to the surface, her unconscious eyes rolling grotesquely backward as she is resuscitated. It may seem shocking, but "blacking out" from lack of oxygen is a common occurrence in free diving, an extreme sport in which athletes compete to go as deep as they can without any breathing apparatus. "You can watch all the videos in the world. It doesn't really prepare you for seeing a human being just pass out like that," said director Laura McGann, director of the Netflix documentary, out Wednesday. "It's scary to see." Through archive footage, interviews and a handful of re-enactments, McGann's film explores what drives these men and women to repeatedly risk their lives and push the limits of human endurance in pursuit of new competitive records. "Seeing a human being behave more like a seal or a dolphin in the water, with no tanks, was kind of like learning that there was a group of people in part of the world that knew how to fly," she told AFP. 'In the moment' Specifically, the film focuses on the relationship between record-breaking diver Zecchini and Stephen Keenan, a nomadic young Irishman who becomes one of the sport's top safety experts. Free divers, if not actively courting death, do not appear to fear it. Indeed, Zecchini airily claims in the movie's opening scene that she does not even think about death. Yet it quickly becomes apparent that some sort of tragedy has occurred. Neither Zecchini nor Keenan appear among the film's present-day interviews, leaving the question of their fates hanging for much of the movie -- at least, for those able to resist a quick Google search. That structure was criticized as being somewhat manipulative in early reviews at January's Sundance Film Festival, where the movie premiered, having already been acquired by Netflix days earlier. But McGann decided "really early" that her film would remain "in the moment" with its characters throughout their journeys. Death "was always going to be towards the end of the film," she said. Love and death "The Deepest Breath" is the latest documentary to explore dangerous obsessions through the lens of a love story. Last year's Oscar-nominated "Fire of Love" followed a husband-and-wife scientist couple as they risked their lives to explore the craters of erupting volcanoes. In 2019, "Free Solo" profiled death-defying climber Alex Honnold, as he juggled his obsession with climbing a notorious rockface without ropes, and his relationship with his understandably terrified girlfriend. For McGann, the relationship between Zecchini and Keenan was "a yin and a yang," like "they were each other's missing piece," even before they connected as celebrities in the small free diving community. It emphasizes that free diving is as much a mental sport as it is a physical one, requiring very specific personality types that not only stay calm, but actively enjoy being 100 meters under water, beyond rescue. "What the free diver is feeling is definitely close to the complete opposite to what we the audience are feeling," explained McGann. While viewers might struggle for breath just watching, divers speak of a "serene, quiet, peaceful silence," as they quieten their minds and reduce their heart rates to "that of a Tibetan monk." "You're almost in a meditative state," said McGann. "But you need to keep a little bit of your subconscious aware of what you're doing -- so that you remember that you have to come back up." The post Free divers find love and death in Netflix’s ‘Deepest Breath’ appeared first on Daily Tribune......»»
The rise of biophilic concept
As a leader of a multi-brand building materials and housing company, Satoshi Konagai’s vision of an ideal home combines functionality, comfort, aesthetics and sustainability. “Looking ahead to 2023 and the next five years, there are several trends and design trajectories that will influence spaces and products. There is a growing emphasis on biophilic design principles, which focus on the connection between humans and nature,” Konagai told Daily Tribune. [caption id="attachment_150620" align="aligncenter" width="525"] PHOTOGRAPHS COURTESY OF LIXIL | Oxygen Homestay in Songkhla, Thailand.[/caption] Integrating green spaces, natural materials and access to outdoor views can have a positive impact on mental and physical well-being, promoting a sense of calm and rejuvenation. Indoor air quality, natural ventilation systems and maximizing access to natural light are also key considerations to create healthier and more comfortable environments. “Sustainability continues to be a significant trend in the design industry. LIXIL is committed to incorporating sustainable practices and technologies into our products and solutions. This includes energy-efficient, water-saving technologies, and eco-friendly materials. Designers are increasingly considering renewable energy sources and utilizing recycled or upcycled materials to minimize environmental impact,” Konagai said. Spaces and products that offer flexibility and adaptability are gaining prominence, too. The changing needs of users require designs that can easily transform to accommodate different functions and activities. Modular and flexible furniture, versatile room configurations, and adaptable building systems, potentially accelerated by artificial intelligence, are examples of design approaches that cater to evolving user requirements. [caption id="attachment_150623" align="aligncenter" width="525"] INAX’S S600 line bathroom[/caption] “Inclusion and accessibility are important considerations in design. Spaces and products should be designed to be usable by people of diverse abilities and needs. Universal design principles, such as barrier-free access, intuitive wayfinding, and adjustable features, are being integrated into designs to create inclusive environments,” he said. Design and sustainability are deeply embedded in the company’s values and practices. It is committed to a more sustainable future, guided by its Environmental Vision 2050 which addresses climate change mitigation and adaptation, water sustainability, and the realization of a circular economy. “One aspect of our sustainability efforts is waste reduction. We have set a global target to recycle 90 percent of waste from operations by FYE2026. Throughout our value chain, we are actively working to reduce the use of single-use plastics for packaging. Our GROHE brand has made significant progress in this area, having eliminated over 37 million pieces of plastics packaging. This achievement is a result of rethinking conventional processes to minimize waste and promote reuse or recycling,” Konagai said. Water sustainability is another key focus area. [caption id="attachment_150621" align="aligncenter" width="525"] De Vielle by Amornchai.[/caption] “We recognize the importance of water as a precious resource and design our products to help consumers use water more efficiently. Our toilets feature innovative flushing technologies, such as the American Standard Double Vortex flushing design, rimless toilets, and highly water-efficient systems. These advancements significantly reduce water consumption and the need for cleaning agents for toilet maintenance. Additionally, our faucets and showers are equipped with advanced designs that maintain a steady water flow, minimizing water usage without compromising the consumer experience.” Beyond LIXIL, Konagai believes in the power of partnerships and collaborations to address industry-wide challenges. He said, “We actively engage with government organizations, manufacturers, and civil society partners such as the World Health Organization and the International Water Association. Together, we co-founded ‘A Global Pledge to Protect Drinking Water from Lead at the UN 2023 Water Conference. Through this movement, we collaborate to protect public health and safety, reduce lead exposure from drinking water, and achieve lead-free drinking water by 2040.” “For over a century, our brands have focused on its mission to enable everyone to create a home to love every day. We have always understood that it all begins with each person who aspires for a better life, from houses to hotels, master bath to kitchen sink, and college to stadium, consumers trust and continue to choose solutions to create inviting, intuitive and comfortable spaces,” he added. Konagai has over two decades of consulting and management experience and has held senior positions at Boston Consulting Group and UBS Securities Japan. He holds a master’s and bachelor’s degree from IMD Business School and Keio University respectively. The post The rise of biophilic concept appeared first on Daily Tribune......»»
We are all winners
“Success does not happen overnight.” And if we do succeed, it is our obligation to give back to those in need. Before entering government service, I was a businessman. I learned much under the guidance of my late father, who opened his small general merchandise store in our province of Sorsogon. Growing up, he taught me the importance of perseverance and the values of integrity and credibility. Before hitting the “right formula,” I put up more than 50 businesses. I may have failed in many of my ventures, but this did not deter me. I learned from my mistakes and worked harder. One of those takeaways: we need to have the perseverance to relentlessly chase our dreams with optimism and enthusiasm. It all begins with wanting to succeed and working hard to achieve it. It is crucial that we learn as much as we can, as often as we can, from as many experts as we can. I am blessed and grateful to have founded the LKY Group of Companies, which now employs 3,000 Filipinos across the country and brings growth, employment, and livelihood opportunities to towns and cities all over the Philippines. LKY Foundation was also established to provide relief and support such as medical missions to economically disadvantaged communities across the country. Now as a lawmaker, I am making sure to do my utmost to address the perennial problems in agriculture and other sectors and ease the plight of many of our countrymen by advocating for better access to economic opportunities, food, and healthcare. People like us who are in government should not burden our citizens but should take the initiative to improve their lives and help them achieve success. Our office does exactly this by striving to provide communities with meaningful services, assistance, and opportunities to help uplift their quality of life. It is clear: we should work together to forge a future where no one is left behind by building a fair, inclusive, and prosperous society. It is my pledge, my promise, my commitment, to make “WTL” happen — to become “Winner Tayo Lahat (All of us winners).” The post We are all winners appeared first on Daily Tribune......»»
Bong Go underscores good governance’s value during PCL-Quezon meeting
Senator Bong Go on Thursday, 20 April, personally attended the Philippine Councilors League- Quezon province chapter seminar, with the theme “Quezon Province Legislators: Laying the Solid Foundation in Local Legislation for Sustainable Growth and Development”, at the Grand Regal Hotel in Davao City. A staunch advocate for local governance empowerment, Go emphasized in his speech the importance of local government officials in driving development in their respective communities. He likewise urged all councilors in attendance to focus on advocating for good governance practices and promoting transparency. “Bilang mga konsehal po, pareho po tayo ng trabaho. Sa totoo lang po, you are superstars in your own rights po sa inyong lugar. Halos pareho po tayo ng trabaho. Pero hindi naman po nalilimitahan sa pagiging mambabatas ang ating trabaho. Hindi po maiiwasan na marami po ang lalapit sa inyo at hihingi ng tulong,” Go cited. Continuing his message, Go praised the PCL for its efforts to promote good governance and accountability among local government officials, despite these trying times. “Asahan n’yo po, bilang isang miyembro po ng Senado, uunahin ko po ‘yung interes ng bawat Pilipino, interes ng ating bayan, kung ano po ang makakatulong sa mga mahihirap. Inuuna ko talaga ‘yung mahihirap, ‘yung mga helpless, hopeless, ‘yung walang matakbuhan kung ‘di ang ating gobyerno. Tulungan po natin sila. ‘Yun po ang ating unahin, ‘yung mga kababayan natin na mahihirap,” stressed Go. Go, who chairs the Senate Committee on Sports, is likewise committed to supporting initiatives promoting grassroots sports development. For this reason, the lawmaker continues to push for Senate Bill No. 423 or the proposed Philippine National Games Act of 2022, which seeks to ensure a more inclusive system of promoting promising Filipino athletes who possess potential in various fields of sports so they may be given equal opportunities of becoming future contenders in international sporting competitions. “Nakatuon din ako sa pagpapaganda ng ating grassroots sports program. Bilang advocate ng sports development, naniniwala ako na ang sports ay isang mahalagang kasangkapan sa pagbabago at pagpapalakas ng ating mga komunidad. Hindi man po ako nangangako, asahan ninyo na gagawin ko ang aking makakaya upang makatulong sa inyong lahat,” he said. “Through my legislative work in the Senate, I am dedicated to supporting policies and initiatives that can help our LGUs address the various issues and concerns that affect our people, such as in terms of health, education, and resilience, among others,” added Go. The post Bong Go underscores good governance’s value during PCL-Quezon meeting appeared first on Daily Tribune......»»
Search for new star athletes begins at ‘Batang Pinoy’
Archery, badminton, chess, table tennis and swimming will all start Saturday although medals will start to rain on Sunday in centerpiece athletics, archery, cycling and weightlifting......»»
Search for next Hidilyn Diaz, Carlos Yulo begins as Batang Pinoy returns
The Batang Pinoy, a multi-sports event for Filipino athletes aged 15 years old and below that produced Tokyo Olympic gold winner Hidilyn Diaz and world champion gymnast Carlos Yulo, will make a much-awaited comeback from December 17-22......»»
Vaccination of Filipino athletes begins Friday
Vaccination of Filipino athletes bound for both the Tokyo Olympics and the Southeast Asian Games in Vietnam will start on Friday......»»
PBA dreams within reach at Letran, says ex-UST Tiger Rhenz Abando
RHENZ ABANDO (UAAP image) Rhenz Abando says that his transfer to defending NCAA champion Letran from embattled University of Santo Tomas is more than just a school-to-school move, but one that would likely benefit his career in the long run because of the opportunities he thinks he would get with the Knights. Abando – one of three former UST players who changed address from España to Intramuros – met Tuesday with Knights mentor Bonnie Tan and Alfrancis Chua, sports director of San Miguel Miguel Corporation, which backs the school’s basketball program. “May mga opportunities kasi sa Letran, mga coaches nila nasa PBA na din,” says Abando, referring to Tan – team manager of GlobalPort – and Barangay Ginebra San Miguel guard LA Tenorio, who is part of Letran’s coaching staff, in an interview Wednesday with Manila Bulletin. “Magiging malaking tulong sa improvement ko as a player, siempre goal ko is makatuntong din sa PBA. Saka ang Letran Dominican school din naman kaya mas pinili ko na doon lumipat.” Aside from Tan and Tenorio, there’s also Chua, who coached PBL Grand Slam champion Stag in the mid-90s and the PBA teams of Tanduay, Sta. Lucia Realty and Barangay Ginebra San Miguel, also represents SMC, which owns Ginebra, Magnolia Hotshots and San Miguel Beer in the pros, and volleyball team Petron Blaze in the PSL. Chua, in an interview Tuesday, said that Letran players are well taken care of by SMC similar to what they do with professional athletes, exactly what was assured Abando, Brent Paraiso and Ira Bataller. “Siguro naniniwala sila sa system ng Letran at sa pag-aalaga ng San Miguel sa players. Alam nila kung paano kami magpatakbo ng team,” said Chua, also the governor of Ginebra in the PBA board. “Hindi sila nagkamali sa pagpili sa Letran, kasi kung paano kami mag-alaga ng players sa professional, ganun din sa collegiate level. Malaking karagdagan sila sa team, siguro mas sasaya ang mga ka-Arriba natin.” Abando begged off to comment when asked the other schools that sought his services, although sources said Letran’s arch nemesis San Beda University, as well as De La Salle University, tried to recruit the La Union native. He, however, may have indirectly answered questions of offers from a UAAP school when he said he doesn’t want to play in the same league where his former alma mater is a member. “Ayoko na din kasi maglaro sa UAAP dahil ayoko din makalaban ang UST,” said Abando. “Baka kasi kapag madinig ko yung “GO USTe” baka play ng UST gawin ko or depensahan ko mga kakampi ko. Kaya din mas pinili ko ang NCAA kesa sa UAAP ako maglaro,” Abando added in jest. The decision to leave UST was not an easy thing to do, according to Abando, but he thanked his mother Lorena for the guidance, saying: “Mother ko yung tumulong sa akin… hindi madali e.” Abando, Paraiso and Bataller need to serve one-year residency as per NCAA guidelines for transferees. After that, both Abando and Paraiso have two years to play while Bataller has three more. Although the addition of the 6-foot-5 Bataller and the 6-foot-2 Paraiso are considered important for the Knights, it was the recruitment of the 6-foot-4 Abando that really made the difference. After two seasons with the Philippine College Science and Technology in Calasiao, Pangasinan, Abando transferred to UST in 2019 and played one season – the 82nd UAAP where he helped the Tigers reach the final against eventual champion Ateneo Blue Eagles. i.....»»
Congress promises PSC funding for Tokyo Olympics
Lawmakers promised to heed the Philippine Sports Commission’s call for financial support for the Tokyo Olympics next year. Congressmen who are members of the Committee on Youth and Sports Development gave a positive response when the government’s sports arm lobbied for Tokyo 2021 budget in the House of Representatives. "Rest assured that we will do our part to get the funding for this Olympics. All hands are in. Dapat lahat tayo dito. This is the best chance we have," said committee head Rep. Eric Martinez. He added that they would discuss the matter with the Department of Budget and Management and schedule it the soonest time possible because the athletes "need that budget for the Olympics." PSC Chairman William 'Butch' Ramirez during the regular committee meeting on Wednesday bared the sports agency's need for its slashed funds to continue supporting the training and competitions of Tokyo Olympic Games qualifiers and hopefuls vying for slots. "We were one of those government offices who also contributed to the Bayanihan Act. The DBM deducted from us. Para sa amin malaking bagay 'yun kasi kasama doon 'yung Olympic budget namin. Hanggang ngayon po bakante 'yan. It's an opportunity for us to ask, we need your help," expressed Ramirez. After presenting the Olympic budget request of more than P182 Million for Tokyo-bound athletes and hopefuls made by Chef de Mission (CDM) Mariano Araneta to the PSC, the sports agency chief highlighted the push Congress can give to the country's Olympic dream. "Rep. Bambol Tolentino has initially supported ‘yung P180 million na allowances ng atleta which was approved by the bicam, and to be approved by the President. Thank you sa lahat ng congressman na sumuporta. Pero 'yung Olympic budget namin, we are hoping again for your support," said Ramirez. The PSC chief informed the body that "the Philippine Sports Commission is operating on the savings coming from PAGCOR (Philippine Amusement and Gaming Corporation)" and that "when we talk about the elite athletes of the national team, the budget being used is the NSDF (National Sports Development Fund)” prompting PSC to lessen grassroots sports program related to local government units. "Dito kami naka-focus sa elite athletes. We still have some budget just enough for us to reach December," admitted Ramirez in his response to Committee Vice-Chair Jericho Nograles' inquiry on the PSC's funds. To aid in the government’s effort to address the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic, P596 million from the National Sports Development Fund and another P773 million from the General Appropriations Act by the DBM was slashed from the PSC’s budget. Gymnast Caloy Yulo, pole vaulter EJ Obiena and boxers Irish Magno and Eumir Marcial already qualified for the Summer Games. Eighty-two more hopefuls are training to earn spots in the Tokyo Olympics. .....»»
PHISGOC cited for notable hosting of & lsquo;19 SEA Games
President Rodrigo Duterte bannered the country’s achievements in sports in his fifth State of the Nation Address on Monday, saying Filipino athletes not only prevailed in the 30th Southeast Asian Games Games held in the Philippines last year but, more importantly, fostered genuine sportsmanship among all participants......»»
Pandemic Basketball begins, with some comforts of home
LAKE BUENA VISTA, Florida — Michael Baiamonte was not at Walt Disney World on Wednesday, July 22, 2020. The public address announcer for the Miami Heat wasn’t in the building for the team’s season-restart scrimmage debut. His voice was. The sound of him bellowing one of his signature phrases — “stand up and make some […] The post Pandemic Basketball begins, with some comforts of home appeared first on Cebu Daily News......»»