Rep. Paolo Duterte bares 2023 gains

BY IVY TEJANO

Jan 15, 2024 02:38 PM

  

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DAVAO CITY – Rep. Paolo Z. Duterte here released on Saturday, January 13, a report on his achievements in Congress, with an interactive infographic of accomplishments throughout his leadership.

Duterte presented the “Mobile Kitchen” through Pulong Pulong ni Pulong (PPP) program as among his accomplishments. The mobile kitchen served 7,050 lunch and hot porridge packs to underserved communities, including fire and flood victims. 

He distributed food packs and cash assistance to 5,421 fisherfolk here who had difficulty fishing during the rainy and closed seasons. He said his office aimed to improve the food supply of families affected by climate change.

Duterte said that he authored 78 House bills and 12 resolutions in 2023 – House Bills 7360, 9423, 9682, 7687, 9095, 9320, and 9021 concerning micro and small enterprises, elderly persons, farmers, teachers, children, and other underprivileged Filipinos.

He provided success in social services such as medical and burial backing, emergency response, educational assistance, Tulong Panghanapbuhay sa Ating Disadvantaged/Displaced Workers (TUPAD) with the Department of Labor and Employment (DOLE), and infrastructure.

His leadership helped 25,272 patients and 963 senior citizens at Southern Philippines Medical Center (SPMC) here, 1,290 cancer patients, and 18,205 patients in private hospitals. He provided 4,540 families with burial assistance. 

The lawmaker assisted 1,512 fire victims, 1,999 flood victims, 31 landslide victims, and three storm surge victims per family.

On education, he said his office supported 808 colleges and 137 Technical Education and Skills Development Authority scholars, 30 medicine post-graduates, and six law school post-graduates.

“Alongside our efforts to establish enabling mechanisms to ensure that our youth finish their studies, such a program shall provide them with prompt financial support that they can use for their educational needs,” Duterte said.

He also helped 13,852 identified recipients of the TUPAD program and 3,617 recipients of the Assistance to Individuals in Crisis Situations (AICS) program with the Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD).

He  provided 33 roving motorcycles for barangay police to ensure peace and order in the first district.

A total of 2,962 beneficiaries, covering all barangay nutrition scholars and health workers of the first district, received one year of indemnity insurance privilege.

Duterte announced the ongoing construction of the Davao Coastal Road and the 800-meter Ma-a Flyover. His office accommodated 600 solicitations and gave 48 tents, 288 wheelchairs, 28 nebulizers, 26 walkers, eight crutches, and 74 solar street lights.

Is it true that some languages, such as German, have fewer words that mean similar things ...

 

Nick Schön

100% European.

...  compared to English, making them more difficult to learn?

German is extraordinarily precise. Because it uses compound words much more than English does, the words are often quite long but they fully describe what they mean, such as the German word for "truck". "Lastkraftwagen", or "load power vehicle", often abbreviated to "LKW" fully describes what a truck is, and so does the word to "Tank". It is "Panzerkraftwagen", (abbreviated to "Pzkw") so similar to "truck" but the individual elements mean "armour power vehicle".

In English however, the word "truck" and "tank" have to be individually learned. You can't figure either out by breaking down their elements.English is very precise too, but each word must be learned by rote.

Furthermore a lot of English words have different meanings depending on the context, and they can mean opposite things even.

Take the common English word "fast" for instance. It often means "to move quickly", but if you "hold fast" it means to grip something firmly, not moving at all. You can also be "fast friends" meaning firm or solid friends, implying immovability. German isn't so flexible a language.

Some English words are redundant. Can someone please explain the difference between the opposite sounding "flammable" and "inflammable"? I can't think of a pair of German words like them.

Each language has its pros and cons. Basic English is probably easier to learn because the grammar is, but get beyond that and I pity the poor person trying to fathom how to differentiate between"through", "thorough" and "thought" or the correct way to pronounce "Beauchamp" or "St John"

Philippine Fairy Tales (XV) - Philippinische Märchen (XV): Für Gold sterben - Die for gold

 

Dies ist eine einfache Geschichte von einem Mann, der seine Familie aus der Armut heben wollte, nachdem er so viele Geschichten von Freunden gehört hatte, die von Lumpen zu Reichtümern in Diwawal aufgestiegen waren und als kleine Bergarbeiter mit einem Reichtum zurückkehrten, der ihre Vorstellungskraft übertraf. Er wusste, dass es sehr gefährlich war, ein kleiner Bergarbeiter in Diwalwal zu sein. War er bereit, für Gold in diesem verlassenen, gefährlichen Land namens Diwalwal zu sterben?

Der Berg Diwata ist reich an Gold und Kupfer und wird seit Jahren von großen Bergbauunternehmen sowie Hunderten von kleinen Bergarbeitern mit Spitzhacken und Schaufeln abgebaut, die sich durch ein Netzwerk von Tunneln graben, ähnlich einem Bienenstock, beleuchtet von Fackeln oder Kerzen, auf der Suche nach dem sprichwörtlichen Mutterlode - einem langen großen weißen Felsen unter der Erde, der mit Gold durchzogen ist. Einmal entdeckt, werden kleine Bergarbeiter sofort zu Millionären. Viele dieser kleinen Bergarbeiter glauben, dass Diwata, was "verzauberte Göttin" bedeutet, der Geist ist, der im Mutterlode lebt.... 

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This is a simple story of a man who wanted to lift his family out of poverty after hearing so many stories of friends who rose from rags to riches in Diwawal and returned as small miners with wealth beyond their imagination . He knew that being a small-time miner in Diwalwal was very dangerous. Was he willing to die for gold in this deserted, dangerous land called Diwalwal?
Rich in gold and copper, Mount Diwata has been mined for years by large mining companies as well as hundreds of small-scale miners with picks and shovels who dig through a network of tunnels, similar to a beehive, lit by torches or candles, in search of the proverbial mother lode - a long, large white rock underground that is streaked with gold. Once discovered, small miners become instant millionaires. Many of these small miners believe that Diwata, meaning "enchanted goddess", is the spirit that lives in the mother lode....

Climate experts forecast more intense typhoons to hit PH in 2024 | ANC

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2024 is seen to dethrone 2023 as the hottest year on record amid the expected peak of the El Niño weather phenomenon.

Typical Filipino (XXXV) - Typisch Philippinisch (XXXV): The Filipino YES - Das philippinische JA

Welche der folgenden Bedeutungen kann das "JA" eines Filipinos/einer Filipina haben?

1. Ich weiß nicht.

2. Vielleicht.

3. Wenn Sie es sagen!

4. Du solltest Deinen Kopf im Pfandhaus abgeben!

5. Ja, natürlich.

6. Laß mich bloß raus!

7. Wo ist denn die Toilette?

8. Nein, aber ich werde Ihnen nicht offen widersprechen.

9. Ist Ihnen klar, wie spät es schon ist ?!

10. Ihr Europäer seid alle gleich.

Kommentar:

Ein "JA" kann je nach begleitenden Gesichtsausdruck und Betonung vieles bedeuten. Es läßt sich nicht auf eine einzige Definition festlegen. Sie müssen Ihre Antennen ausfahren und sich in die Antwort hineinfühlen. Ein "JA" kann zum Beispiel herausplatzen, weil die Haushilfe verwirrt ist und es nicht zugeben mag. Ein "JA" kann auch Unverständnis signalisieren und die peinliche Situation, dies nicht eingestehen zu können oder zu wollen. Ein "JA" mag ausgesprochen werden, nur um Ihnen in dieser Situation zu schmeicheln. Die Antworten 4,6,7,9 und 10 jedoch überschreiten selbst die Grenzen eines philippinischen "JA".

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Which of the following meanings can a Filipino's "YES" have?

1. I don't know.

2. Maybe.

3. If you say so!

4. You should give your head to the pawn shop!

5. Yes, of course.

6. Just let me out!

7. Where is the toilet?

8. No, but I won't openly contradict you.

9. Do you realize how late it is?!

10. You Europeans are all the same.

Comment:

A “YES” can mean many things depending on the accompanying facial expression and intonation. It cannot be pinned down to a single definition. You have to extend your antennae and feel your way into the answer. For example, a "YES" may blurt out because the house help is confused and doesn't want to admit it. A “YES” can also signal a lack of understanding and the embarrassing situation of not being able or unwilling to admit it. A "YES" may be uttered just to flatter you in this situation. However, answers 4,6,7,9 and 10 exceed even the limits of a Filipino “YES”.

The INQUIRER Sports Newsletter January 12, 2024

 

January 12, 2024

Tyler Tio (right) and the Phoenix Fuel Masters have been soaring lately. (AUGUST DELA CRUZ)

Hey there sports fan, Happy New Year everyone! How excited are you for sports in 2024? We certainly are. We have started mapping out our Olympic coverage, finalizing how we will approach the Summer Games that will be held in glamorous Paris. So far, two of the country's best bet for medals—gold, even—have qualified for the Olympics: World No. 2 pole vaulter EJ Obiena and world champion gymnast Carlos Yulo. Remember how big a year this two had in  2023? Obiena, for one,  joined an elite cast of pole vaulters who have breached the 6-meter mark. Do you know in which country did Obiena pull off that feat? The answer, at the end of this email. We're also preparing for the Inquirer Sports Awards, which will be held in second week of February and maybe you can help us with some of the awardees. We're also tracking the PBA Commissioner's Cup, which is now entering the final stretch before the playoffs asnd so far Magnolia seems to be looking good up there at No. 1. The surprise, though, has been the Phoenix Fuel Masters, who have stuck themselves to the No. 2 post and are looking forward to achieving more success in the tournament   “We’re doing good now, but I hope we can sustain it,” team captain RJ Jazul said after Phoenix survived Meralco, 93-83,

Do you know where Kim Kianna Dy (13) is going to?  (PVL IMAGES)

Meanwhile... Here are stories you may have missed over the holidays .  F2's disbandment has created a quite the stir, not just because a traditionally heavyweight squad folded up. That disbandment has seen a lot of Cargo Movers standouts being picked up by several teams. So far, a handul  of players have found new homes. Tim Cone talked about what's next for Gilas Pilipinas, and how difficult it might be to make sure the next basketball milestone for the country won't wait another six decades.  Women's coaches speak up. Aris Dimaunahan says it's time to move on after NU finished second in women's basketball, while Pat Aquino worries about the sustainability of the women's national program. What we're up to next: We are busy mapping out our Olymnpic coverage and rushing to finish preparations for the Inquirer Sports Awards. We'll keep our ears to the ground to bring you the latest stories in the world of sports. Number of the Week: 18-0 Boston Celtics' home record this year, a franchise best.

QUOTE OF THE WEEK “We are passionate about our basketball and that kind of passion should somehow translate to eventual success.” —Tim Cone, on meeting fans' high expectations for the national team.

Before we end this, the answer to today's trivia question is Norway. If you want to answer more trivia questions, join our Viber community, which features a weekly sports quiz every Friday.  Buy the Inquirer at newsstands, subscribe to our digital edition, Inquirer Plus, visit our online site and follow us on socials (Twitter: @inquirersports; FB: facebook.com/inquirersports) for more stories and updates—or to send us questions or suggestions of stories you'd want to read. Have a great and safe Holidays! See you next Friday. Francis Francis T. J. Ochoa is the Sports Editor of the Philippine Daily Inquirer. For comments, suggestions and questions, hit him up on Twitter (@ftjochoaINQ).

Philippine-German Relations (VI) - Deutsch-philippinische Beziehungen (VI)

The Existence of a German Community

Fr. Gene Bacareza, a Bol-anon, was then in 1986 the first chaplain of the small Philippine community. Organizing several religious and civic clubs, establishing community events, and starting the first community newsletter, Fr. Bacareza slowly developed the community as a center where Filipinos in Berlin can congregate and hold celebrations.

He taught to me many things. I learned from him many things about the German Community in the Philippines.

The existence of a German Community before 1836 was impossible. The Royal Decree of February 2, 1800 prohibited foreigners to reside in the Philippines. Other similar decrees were issued in 1807 and in 1816. It was evident that Spain wanted to keep foreigners out of the Philippines, believing in some way that the Philippines a dollar gained by a foreigner was one taken from the pocket of Spainard.

When Ferdinand Magellan started his expedition in 1520, his main problem was not so much the financial aspect of the travel, since he was supported by Jacob Fugger, rich German banker in Augsburg.

It is evident from the list of the crew members that at least three gunners were Germans: Hans Vargue, chief gunner, Jorge Aleman (Georg Deutsch) and a certain Hans, who survived and went with the crew members who arrived in Spain on September 8, 1522.

The coming of the individual Germans to the Philippines was desultory. Pedro Murillo Velarde wrote in his "Jesuit Missions in the 17th Century" that "in the harbor of Manila  there are people from all the nations of Europe-French, German and Dutch.

A certain Ernst Hoffmann made some observations during his world travel in 1823 and 1826. His observations are found in the "Archiv für Mineralogie, Bergbau und Hüttenkunde", Berlin, 1829, pp. 243 - 315.

More about German Jesuits in Part VII of this serial...

(To be continued!)

Die Existenz einer deutschen Gemeinschaft

Fr. Gene Bacareza, ein Bol-anon, war 1986 der erste Geistliche der kleinen philippinischen Gemeinde. Er organisierte mehrere religiöse und bürgerliche Clubs, richtete Gemeinschaftsveranstaltungen ein und startete den ersten Gemeinde-Newsletter. Bacareza entwickelte die Gemeinde langsam zu einem Zentrum, in dem Filipinos in Berlin zusammenkommen und Feiern abhalten können.

Er hat mir viele Dinge beigebracht. Ich habe von ihm viel über die deutsche Gemeinschaft auf den Philippinen gelernt.

Die Existenz einer deutschen Gemeinschaft vor 1836 war unmöglich. Der königliche Erlass vom 2. Februar 1800 verbot Ausländern den Aufenthalt auf den Philippinen. Weitere ähnliche Dekrete wurden 1807 und 1816 erlassen. Es war offensichtlich, dass Spanien Ausländer von den Philippinen fernhalten wollte, da es in gewisser Weise glaubte, dass die Philippinen einen von einem Ausländer gewonnenen Dollar aus der Tasche Spaniens nahmen.

Als Ferdinand Magellan 1520 seine Expedition begann, war sein Hauptproblem nicht so sehr der finanzielle Aspekt der Reise, da er von Jacob Fugger, einem reichen deutschen Bankier in Augsburg, unterstützt wurde.

Aus der Liste der Besatzungsmitglieder geht hervor, dass mindestens drei Kanoniere Deutsche waren: Hans Vargue, Chefschütze, Jorge Aleman (Georg Deutsch) und ein gewisser Hans, der überlebte und mit den Besatzungsmitgliedern ging, die am 8. September in Spanien ankamen , 1522.

Die Ankunft einzelner Deutscher auf den Philippinen verlief ziellos. Pedro Murillo Velarde schrieb in seinen „Jesuitenmissionen im 17. Jahrhundert“, dass „im Hafen von Manila Menschen aus allen Nationen Europas leben – Franzosen, Deutsche und Niederländer.“

Ein gewisser Ernst Hoffmann machte während seiner Weltreise in den Jahren 1823 und 1826 einige Beobachtungen. Seine Beobachtungen finden sich im „Archiv für Mineralogie, Bergbau und Hüttenkunde“, Berlin, 1829, S. 243 – 315.

Mehr über deutsche Jesuiten in Teil VII dieser Serie...

(Fortsetzung folgt!)

Kahimunan Festival kicks off Friday in Butuan City

BY MIKE CRISMUNDO

Jan 11, 2024 01:17 PM

  

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BUTUAN CITY – All roads lead to Barangay Libertad here as the week-long Kahimunan Festival this year kicks off on Friday, January 12.

“We are expecting more visitors to come here to witness again our Kahimunan Festival,” Barangay Chairman Vincent Rizal C. Rosario said. 

Among the activities slated for the festival from January 12 to 20 are a novena Mass, barangay night, Muyta Hong Libertad beauty pageant talent night, acrobatic show, and the MHL coronation night.

The Department of Tourism-13 (Caraga) led by Regional Director Ivonnie B. Dumadag backed the event supported by the Santo Nino Shrine, Diocese of Butuan, and city officials led by Mayor Ronnie Vicente C. Lagnada. 

The Butuan City Police Office has deployed personnel to maintain peace and order during the event.

The Kahimunan Festival, this city’s version of the Sinulog Festival of Cebu City, is held every third Sunday of January in celebration of the feast day of patron saint Santo Nino (Child Jesus).Kahimunan is a Lumad (native) term which means "gathering." 

Geraldine Jennings ready to shine in showbiz

BY ROBERT REQUINTINA

Jan 11, 2024 09:02 AM AT A GLANCE

• Geraldine mentioned that the movie is still in progress, but she enjoys being on the set. Her passion for filmmaking is admirable - she even enjoys being on set when the movie is still in progress.

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Geraldine Jennings

Geraldine Jennings - a talented artist from a diverse Irish-British-Filipino background - is all set to take Philippine showbiz by storm with her debut performance. 

Get ready to witness a fresh and captivating presence on the screen as Geraldine brings her unique cultural blend and artistic flair to the forefront.

During a recent media conference in Quezon City, Geraldine expressed excitement for her upcoming showbiz career, which is set to appear in the Solid Gold Entertainment Production movie "Isla Babuyan." 

"At a young age, I loved singing. My mom enrolled me in singing and guitar classes. I just loved it. I studied it in Los Angeles. And I grew to love the craft. Tito Leo (Dominguez) has been asking to do this for a while now. It's been in the works for two years. Finally, I got the chance to do it. It's my passion. I love the arts," said Geraldine when asked about her venture into local showbiz.

Geraldine's passion for filmmaking is admirable - she even enjoys being on set when the movie is still in progress. 

Her dedication to the craft is inspiring, and it's evident that she puts her heart and soul into every project she works on.

"It was an amazing experience. It's still ongoing. We haven't finished yet. It was challenging initially because it was different from studying it. But everyone was so helpful, so friendly. It was normal, and I felt great. I love it," she said. O

On her showbiz influences, Geraldine said: "While I was growing up, it was Miley Cyrus. I love her music. 'Party In The USA' was my favorite. I still love her now. Her new album 'Flowers.' She's my inspiration musical-wise. Right now, Dua Lipa. I love her style. I love how she sings and how she performs. Acting-wise, I will have to say Gal Gadot. She's my favorite in 'Wonder Woman,' 'Red Notice.' Also, Margot Robbie. She is amazing in 'Barbie,' very versatile. Those are my influences." 

Geraldine also shared her thoughts about the love team culture in the country.

"I'm really flexible. I am willing. I am easy naman to do what is needed in the movies. I think I would be willing if needed," she said.

This beauty also shared how she prepared for her venture into showbiz.

"I started my training in LA. I went to Loyola Marymount University in Los Angeles. And it was about the theory of acting, reading about it. I also took acting classes in West Hollywood, specifically for TV and movies. I learned a lot. When I came back in September, I did an acting workshop with Joe Macasa, who is amazing, and he taught me a lot about how to feel the vibes. So you're not acting, but you are the character. But I learned a lot from being on set. Being there, I learned a lot from my co-stars, which is great," she said.

Geraldine also loves equestrian, polo, clay pigeon shooting, fitness and exercise.  "I love pilates, indoor cycling, spinning, and running."

When she moved to the United Kingdom in 2009, she returned to the Philippines thrice a year during vacation. She has a second home in Manila.

Geraldine's mom is Gina Cariaga, a Filipino housewife and businesswoman from Pasuquin, Ilocos Norte, and her father is Frank Jennings, a Northern Irish international businessman.

Her mom's side comes from politics and teaching. Her mom's grandfather, Nicasio Cariaga, was the police chief and a teacher who graduated from the Philippine Normal University.

Geraldine is the second child among three equally talented sisters.

"Isla Babuyan," tells the story of Anastassia (Geraldine), a young half-Filipina and half-European girl who comes to the Philippines to be with her Filipino mother, Rose (Lotlot De Leon). Anastasia meets and falls in love with the handsome Jordan (Jameson Blake), who is the scion and heir of a wealthy family. But the conflict begins when Jordan's stepmother (Nathalie Hart) cannot accept Anastassia and will do everything to keep them apart.

Jessie Vilabrille wrote the screenplay from a story he conceptualized with Leo Dominguez and Bam Salvani. It is line-produced by Dennis Evangelista and directed by Abdel Langit.