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Thursday, October 17, 2024
Oktoberfest 2024: 'I get knocked down, but I get up again'
Immer mehr Rentner über 70 Jahre müssen arbeiten: „Keine freie Entscheidung“
Berlin – Immer mehr Rentner arbeiten auch im Ruhestand. Das gilt jedoch nicht nur für Menschen, die gerade so das Rentenalter erreicht haben – sondern weit darüber hinaus. Auch die Zahl der Erwerbstätigen über 70 Jahren ist in den letzten Jahren deutlich angestiegen. 2023 waren es 599.000 Menschen, 2020 waren es noch 469.000. Insgesamt arbeiten etwa 1,4 Millionen Rentner in Deutschland.
Zahl der arbeitenden Rentner über 70 Jahre steigt deutlich: „Rentenniveau zwingt Hunterttausende zur Arbeit“
Die Zahl der über 70-Jährigen, die neben der Rente arbeiten, steigt dabei überproportional an. 2020 lag ihr Anteil innerhalb der Altersgruppe noch bei 3,7 Prozent. 2023 waren es 17 Prozent. Das berichtete die Bild-Zeitung mit Verweis auf eine Sonderauswertung des Statistischen Bundesamts im Auftrag des Bündnis Sahra Wagenknecht (BSW).
Es sei „erschreckend, weil es in vielen Fällen eben keine freie Entscheidung ist, im Rentenalter weiterzuarbeiten“, sagte Wagenknecht. „Die Wahrheit ist: Das dürftige Rentenniveau zwingt Hunderttausende zur Arbeit.“ Es sei zu begrüßen, wenn Unternehmen Erfahrung und Kompetenz der älteren Generation nutzen, aber die gesetzliche Rente „sichert nicht mehr den Lebensstandard und zwingt deshalb viele Menschen zur Maloche bis zum Lebensende“, erklärte die BSW-Vorsitzende.
Finanzielle Not zwingt viele Menschen zum Arbeiten neben der Rente
Das Problem der Altersarmut in Deutschland wächst. 2023 waren 18,4 Prozent der rund 19 Millionen Rentner armutsgefährdet. Auch bei der Berücksichtigung der Menschen, die weiterhin arbeiten, lag die Quote der Armutsgefährdung mit 18,3 Prozent auf einem ähnlichen Niveau. Immer mehr Rentner sind auch auf Sozialhilfe angewiesen.
Die finanzielle Not ist deshalb der Hauptgrund, weshalb Menschen neben der Rente arbeiten. Laut einer Zusatzerhebung des Statistischen Bundesamts vom September 2024 gibt ein Drittel der Rentner die finanzielle Notwendigkeit an. Immerhin erklären jedoch auch 29 Prozent, aus Freude an der Arbeit weiterhin erwerbstätig zu sein. Bei den Daten sind Menschen zwischen 65 und 74 Jahren berücksichtigt, also mehr als nur über 70-Jährige.
16 Prozent der Menschen arbeiten dabei mindestens 40 Stunden. Die Mehrheit arbeitet weniger als zehn Stunden in der Woche. Überwiegend sind die Rentner dabei in geringfügigen Beschäftigungsverhältnisse, also etwa Minijobs, angestellt.
PH needs to update its 15-year-old disaster risk reduction law —officials
The Philippines, which is located in the Pacific Ring of Fire and the Pacific Typhoon Belt, needs to update its 15-year-old disaster risk reduction law, two top officials of the country said during a plenary discussion of the Asia-Pacific Ministerial Conference on Disaster Risk Reduction (APMCDRR) in Pasay City on Wednesday, Oct. 16.
“The Philippine Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Act, which, upon consultation with DND Secretary Teodoro and his team, we hope to amend and revise to make it more up-to-date since it's a 15-year-old law,” Senator Loren Legarda said in her speech.
Defense Secretary Gilbert Teodoro said it was also timely to review the disaster risk reduction law which had been enacted 15 years ago.
“Because of changing circumstances, because of experiences in the field, we have been able to identify some gaps that need to be filled, some streamlining that needs to be done,” he said.
“And this is a constant exercise that should happen in most areas of government, but it is critical that it happens in disaster risk reduction in order to optimize and to focus government efforts in all aspects of the topic,” he added.
Teodoro thanked Legarda for being their “partner and champion” in the Senate and for
her advocacy.
Teodoro emphasized the importance of collaboration between policymakers, legislators, and the executive branch in implementing laws effectively.
He highlighted the lawmaker’s point about the critical role of ongoing feedback between lawmakers and agencies, such as the Office of Civil Defense and the National Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Council, in ensuring effective coordination and action.
“Hence, in this interaction between the legislators and us, it prevents the siloing because they are a source of important feedback and vice versa,” he said.
‘Leaving no one behind’
Leaving no one behind, according to Legarda, must drive the renovation of risk governance.
“We must take a look at hazards, risks, and vulnerabilities. Women, girls, persons with disabilities, indigenous peoples' communities, marginalized groups must be at the heart of shaping the post-2030 disaster risk governance framework, post-Sendai, ensuring their leadership in building truly resilient and inclusive systems,” the senator said.
From risk assessment to recovery, she said persons with disabilities (PWDs) must be included in all stages of disaster risk management.
“At the same time, disability-inclusive governance is equally critical,” she added.
Legarda said early warning systems, evacuation procedures, recovery plans must be accessible to everyone, especially in an archipelago of 110 million Filipinos in the most far-flung islands and the highest mountains, with inland rivers and lakes.
The lawmaker stressed that resilience cannot be achieved by working in silos, noting that governments sometimes are “very exclusive to each other and not inclusive.”
“Kanya-kanya, in the Tagalog word, to each his own, and that would spell disaster. Governance, the private sector, civil society, local communities, the education sector, all must collaborate to create inclusive and innovative solutions,” she said.
“Most importantly, local communities who are on the frontlines, whether you are in the provincial level, city, municipality, even barangay, purok, and sitio, at the frontlines of preparedness and disaster response in the whole scheme of things.”
Per the Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR), the Philippines is situated both the Pacific Ring of Fire and the Typhoon Belt due to its unique geography.
Environment Secretary Loyzaga said this has “perennially bore the brunt of ever-increasing natural disasters due to rapid and slow onset climate and weather-related hazards.”
“Our large growing population and our steady economic growth are factors resulting in the singular distinction of being among the world’s countries at highest risk for several years running,” she said earlier.
She said this distinction underscores the reality that climate hazards are a fact of life for all Filipinos.
Age is not an obstacle to outdoor adventure
Senior Car Campers defy ‘Julian’
Oct 16, 2024 06:26 PM
At least twice a month, a group who look too old for adventure pack into their vehicles tents, cots, air mattresses, stoves and kitchenware, food to feed a herd – and drive out to a campsite hours away from their comfortable homes.
There, they unload the stuff and set up tents, open awnings attached to vehicles, unfold tables and chairs, and clear space for a kitchen. In an hour, fully-furnished shelters stand under trees, beside a river, or just under the clear blue sky.
The motions of these people are nothing new at a campsite. Except that this group is composed of senior citizens, most of them couples. They do all that by themselves without adult children, household staff or campsite assistants. In fact, many of them have become adept in setting up camping gear so fast, they move on to help the others assemble complicated gear.
Soon, a flag flies over a high pole — meticulously erected to withstand the winds and gravity — that proclaims ‘Senior Car Campers Plus’. The “plus” is for the not-yet-senior members who have joined the group simply because they regularly go camping – oftentimes twice or three times a month!
“Rain or shine, or “Come hell or high water” are sayings that best describe how the Senior Campers live the outdoor life. No weather disturbance advisory, except if the campsite declares it is “closed” for the day, can change their plans. In the weekend of Sept. 28-30 when super typhoon Julian barreled toward Northern Luzon, the campers were celebrating their second anniversary at River Ranch in Tanay. The winds howled and pushed the rains into the gazebo where they had huddled for their meals and games.
Defining the real meaning of “raining cats and dogs,” Julian tested the meaning of adventure, the waterproof element of tents and jackets, and the skills of the seniors. Did they tie the ropes securing their tents to the ground properly? Were the pegs hammered deep into the ground to hold on against the winds?
Nature was merciless in testing the senior campers that day, extending deep into the night and early morning. (At nearly midnight, I had to transfer to the gazebo because water had entered the tent and I had run out of towels to soak up the water.)
And yet, the celebration went on and on. Games brought the delight of the good old days, raffle prizes kept on coming because friends of friends sent merchandize, laughter from jokes heard before crackled, food from a dozen tent kitchens decked the table — definitely a celebration of the good life!
“Didn’t anyone suggest that you go home?” — my daughter asked when I related my experience the next day. I was speechless. Breaking camp and going home because of the storm had never crossed my mind, as I’m sure no one among the senior campers ever thought of that.
To all of us, a typhoon is part of nature and if it blows while we are at camp, we get out of its way by securing ourselves from the river or landslide-prone areas. And yes, by tying our tents and awnings more tightly, and relieving the pressure of rainwater from the tent roofs.
A now popular story among them is that trip when they had to very hastily break camp at the river bank of a campsite at 9 p.m. because the river water had risen due to the heavy rains. Throwing all gear at the back of their pickup trucks, they drove to higher ground and slept in their vehicles — still wet from the rain! No one complained; no one caught a cold.
Tabing Ilog: The Musical returns to the PETA stage
BY MANILA BULLETIN ENTERTAINMENT
Oct 16, 2024 10:48 PM
AT A GLANCE
Tabing Ilog: The Musical will happen at Peta Theater, Quezon City, and run from Nov. 8 until Dec. 1.
After its successful run last November 2023, the beloved 2000s barkadahan is back again on the theater stage! The Tabing Ilog: The Musical rerun had its mediacon at B Hotel, Quezon City on Oct. 9, 2024.
Over two decades have passed since the original Tabing Ilog aired. Loved by Filipino audiences, Tabing Ilog continues to thrive through ABS-CBN's ongoing collaboration with the Philippine Educational Theater Association (PETA).
The story, centered on timeless themes of friendship, love, and family, remains relatable across generations, even as it's set in a new era shaped by fast-changing times.
Tabing Ilog: The Musical was first conceptualized in 2019 but faced delays due to the pandemic.
However, inspired by the success of their first collaboration on Walang Aray, ABS-CBN partnered once again with the Philippine Educational Theater Association (PETA) to finally bring the musical to life in 2023.
“Na-witness po ng PETA ang paglunsad, panganganak ng mga bagong thespian mula sa Star Magic. For most of them, it was their first time to do professional theater at natutuwa po kami sa PETA na kasama kami dun. Kasama kami sa kanilang theater journey.” Melvin Lee, PETA Plus Program Director, said.
After its successful run, a rerun was inevitable. Directed by Phil Noble with a script by Eljay Deldoc and musical direction and songs by Vince de Jesus, the musical will once again delve into the Gen Z struggles of Eds, Rovic, Corrine, Fonzy, George, James, Badong, Andoy, and many more with family, dreams, identity, and love, and how they find ways to rise above—despite.
Star Magic artists who brought the characters to life in the first run are back. Audiences can once again, enjoy performances by Vivoree, Sheena Belarmino, Benedix Ramos, Anji Salvacion, Kobie Brown, Jordan Andrews, Kiara Takahashi, Andi Abaya, Omar Uddin, and BGYO's Akira Morishita.
“Super thankful po ako sa mga kasama namin kasi in a way, na-mold din po ‘yung utak ko po. Kung paano gumawa ng character at kung paano pa palalimin ‘yung paggawa ng character. Definitely nagkaron pa ng new ways kung paano palalimin pa si Rovic [this rerun].” BGYO’s Akira shared.
“Since matagal din kaming hindi nagkakasama or nagkakita-kita, parang nandun din ‘yung longing to perform and work with each other again after a long time. Feeling ko talaga mas magiging passionate kaming lahat this time kasi it’s a rerun. We want to do something better than what we did sa first run,” Vivoree added.
BINI's Jhoanna Robles is also set to return for the rerun, with special performances to watch out for.
“Excited na po akong makasama ang barkada at ang Tabing Ilog: The Musical fam ay nag-effort ng matindi para po maibalik ang magic ng Tabing Ilog this year,” BINI’s Jhoanna said in a video message.
Seasoned theater actors Joann Co, Red Nuestro, Gimbey Dela Cruz, Yeyin Dela Cruz, and Adrian Lindayag will also be part of the cast.
More of the cast includes Lance Reblando, Vyen Villanueva, Teetin Villanueva, Jude Hindumdum, Vino Mabalot, and Miah Canton.
With a talented artistic team and a gifted cast, Tabing Ilog: The Musical is set for an exceptional rerun. Returning with its heartwarming, relatable, and humor-filled yet touching Filipino narrative, audiences are again in for a delightful watch.
Tabing Ilog: The Musical will happen at Peta Theater, Quezon City, and run from Nov. 8 until Dec. 1. Tickets are available for online purchase via Ticketworld.
Wednesday, October 16, 2024
Cine Europa 27 kicks off in Manila, celebrating the diverse world of European Cinema
INQUIRER.net BrandRoom / 11:51 AM October 16, 2024
Cine Europa, now in its 27th year, is set to once again captivate Filipino audiences with a selection of twenty contemporary films from European Union Member States, Alliance Française de Manille, Goethe Institut, Instituto Cervantes, the Philippine Italian Association, and guest country Ukraine that showcase the creativity and diversity of the European cinema.
The Cine Europa festival promises to deliver cinematic excellence to film enthusiasts nationwide, from poignant dramas to imaginative comedies and animations.
Cine Europa 27 will open to the public on 18 October with the Polish film “Dangerous Gentlemen” at Shangri-la Plaza, Mandaluyong City. Shangri-la Plaza has graciously hosted the film festival for over two decades.
The film festival is expected to travel to the University of the Cordilleras in Baguio, the University of San Agustin in Iloilo, the University of the Philippines Cebu and the University of St. La Salle in Bacolod from 18 to 27 October 2024.
BINI reveals official lightstick for Blooms
BINI performing at their sold-out 'BINIverse' concert in New Frontier Theater
Philstar.com / Anjilica Andaya
Kristofer Purnell - Philstar.com
October 15, 2024 | 5:22pm
MANILA, Philippines — P-pop girl group BINI finally unveiled its official lightsticks for Blooms to purchase and use during performances.
The unveiling comes a month before BINI's three-day "Grand BINIverse" concerts in Araneta Coliseum.
The lightstick has a blue handle with "BINI" written near the end and near the yellow flower head with a star in the middle is a vertical infinity sign also with a yellow star.
It costs P2,999 and comes with the lightstick proper, a strap, user manual, package box, and a photocard set inside an envelope.
The set includes one photocard of a singular BINI member and a card of the entire group.
Batteries are not included. The lightstick requires three AAA lithium batteries to operate.
Pre-selling for the lightstick will begin on October 24 exclusively for Grand BINIverse Day 1 ticket holders; October 25 exclusively for Grand BINIverse Day 2 ticket holders; and October 26 exclusively for Grand BINIverse Day 3 ticket holders.
There will be an equal amount of limited quantities to be released on each day as selling is observed from 10 a.m. to 10 p.m.
The general selling of the lightsticks to the public will be on October 27 from noon onwards.
The "Grand BINIverse" concerts will be from November 16 to 18.
Davao cheese queen’s new 'chambre à fromage'
BY MB LIFESTYLE
Oct 15, 2024 10:57 PM
By Jinggoy I. Salvador
If you love cheese, then you know Olive Puentespina, Davao’s queen of cheese. It’s an honorific she doesn’t acknowledge. She would likely say, “All I did was create cheese because Marvin, Jolina and Rica, my husband’s three goats I took under my care, were fast multiplying.” What to do with the milk? Bottle and sell it? Make soap? Make cheese! And the rest is history, as the proverbial phrase goes.
Olive’s journey to cheese royalty is unlike any monarchical protocol where the next in line inherits the crown. She worked her way to where she is now by learning the ABCs of dairying and cheese making under the tutelage of many, including Swiss masters. Her thirst for knowledge brought her to the US, Mongolia, Canada, Switzerland, Italy, and in each destination she learned more.
Back home, the kitchen was where all the magic started. In 2005, Olive dove into the process.“Developing a new cheese is not easy but is definitely exciting. Some fresh cheeses took me months to develop, most aged cheeses a year or two because it takes time to age them into the perfect morsel. The most important process is knowing the character of each component so you can manipulate them to contribute to the product you envision,” she shares.
A year after, in 2006, the fromager’s cheeses debuted under the Puentespina Farm enterprise of the family matriarch. The first cheese variety she created, the Feta, along with other dairy products were delivered directly to restaurants, hotels, resorts and an airline. In 2008, the company was incorporated giving birth to the Malagos Farmhouse brand, and a few years after, the first retail store in Davao was inaugurated.
Today, the cheesemaker is proud to say that her handmade cheeses— GMP certified by the FDA—graces the tables of state dinners and retails in over 80 establishments across the country. Olive believes that she started European style artisan cheese making in the Philippines.
For Olive, the Chevre is one of her best and most exciting creations. It made her dive deep into the different cheese bacteria and the processes that needed to work together to create the aroma, the texture and the taste of Malagos Farmhouse Chevre.
The Chevre may be a favorite of the brand’s institutional partners, but the bestseller has always been the Mango Sublime. It’s a fresh French-style cheese that Olive created for the long-haul business class flights of the Philippine flag carrier. “A quintessential French fresh cheese but with an iconic Philippine fruit,” she says, and adding to the top-selling list, “Another is our Sophia, a soft feta, aged in garlic infused olive oil.”
When asked the number of cheeses she conceived and does she have a favorite, she replies, “The cheeses that I have created from 2005 to 2024 numbers around 27 and I am so proud of each. The cheeses hit different people in certain ways.”
As the awareness for artisanal cheeses grew, the inkling to establish a cheese tasting room started in the cheesemaker’s consciousness.
Named after the Puentespina patriarch, the first Leon’s Lounge opened its doors in 2014 in the far corner of the corporate address along Bolcan Street in Agdao. It was in this modest sized room that Olive welcomed guests who wanted to experience enjoying artisanal Filipino-made cheeses. Each session is pre booked, set at “five thirsty” in the afternoon, seven kinds of cheeses are featured and the inspiration behind each creation is shared. The cheeses are served with breads, salad, local seasonal jams and a whole lot of stories from operating a farm-to-fork dairy enterprise to travels and inspirations.
“One of the things I am proud of is we welcome everyone to our table. If only the walls can speak, they will paint a very colorful collage of personalities who enjoyed the tasting sessions. But my lips are sealed. How many over the years? Not to many, over a thousand for sure. But all left with happy faces and full bellies.”
Recently, a new and bigger tasting room was opened in the same address. The new location was the clinic of her late husband. “So many beautiful memories there, for the family and those who received the unique healing of Dr. Bo. I wanted to honor his memories and build new ones in the space,” shared Olive. The room was refurbished and repurposed into the new lounge that included bigger retail space for the cheeses. The latest Leon’s Lounge can accommodate eight to 25 guests comfortably for private tastings and parties.
The future of Malagos Farmhouse cheeses? Her daughter, Ingrid, is now on board and following her mother’s footsteps. She is developing a new line this year which will include cheeses, butter and whey-based products. As to when, Olive cannot preempt the news but it will be announced when all are ready. Leon’s Lounge will display these new creations by Ingrid Puentespina, along with the original collection.
“It will be an exciting new era for Malagos Farmhouse, home of Davao’s artisan cheeses,” declares Davao’s cheese queen.
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