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Apprehensive over carabeef? It is healthy food, says PCC
TAGBILARAN CITY, May 2 (PIA)–A common fare among Boholano fiesta banquets, the carabeef or carabao meat (buffalo meat) in the “sabaw sa kabaw” is a healthy food, unlike what many people believe. Traditionally pinpointed to as a cause of toothaches and joint pains especially for people recuperating from sprains, carabeef has been wrongly associated with these maladies, maybe because the carabao from where the meat was sourced out may have been too old, sickly or overburdened, assumes Philippine Carabao Center at the Ubay Stock Farm (PCC-USF) Center Director Dr. Caro Salces. Speaking at the Kapihan sa PIA in time to possibly dispel the myths and wrong beliefs that carabao meat is bad meat, the carabao authority in Bohol in fact stressed: carabeef is considered by many as a health food. Affleap.com, in one of its articles claimed carabeef is safe to eat even by people with heart problems and those who are allergic to red meat. In fact, research proves that carabao meat contains less calories, less fat and cholesterol than most meats, including poultry, thus the meat is good dieters and athletes. In a comparison with cow meat, carabao meat contains 12 percent less fat, 55 percent less calories and 40 percent less cholesterol, 11 to 30 percent more protein and 10 percent more minerals than beef. As to its caloric value, the relative proportions of its protein, fat minerals and fatty acids makes carabeef nutrient dense or concentrated meat, that is why most people who eat carabeef eat less because carabeef does not sink during cooking. Although initially considered a farm hand,... read morePH receives USD 185.7M-worth of investments from SG
SINGAPORE – The Philippines (PH) continues to be an investment destination for Singaporean companies as USD 185.7 million-worth of investment pledges providing 1,920 job opportunities were signed at the sidelines of the 32nd Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) Summit on 28 April 2018. The Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) reported that the investment pledges will cover collaborative works on aviation, solutions for sustainable urbanization, as well as development of marine renewable energy, packaging, film manufacturing, information, communications technology, financial technology, water solutions, prefabricated projects, food, and blockchain technology. “With our robust bilateral trade and investments ties, we are confident that these new business agreements will even deepen our relationship further. These will push Philippine-Singapore trade engagement to even greater heights,” said President Rodrigo Roa Duterte. “With these investments coming in, I am fulfilling a personal commitment to my countrymen to bring them more job opportunities. That’s why I am appreciative of your investment in the Philippines. I promise you that when you invest in the Philippines, we will ensure that your investments will be protected,” the President added. The President witnessed the presentation of six Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) and four Letters of Intent (LOI) signed between the PH business delegation—composed of Filinvest Development Corporation, Everhydro Corporation, Cebu Air, Inc., ICS ICT Support Service Corporation, Ascent Solutions Philippines Inc., and Jollibee Foods Corporation—and Singaporean companies, including Keppel Corporation, OceanPixel, SIA Engineering Company Limited, Hitachi Asia Ltd., Robin Village International Pte. Ltd., Ascent Solutions Pte. Ltd., and Golden Beeworks Pte. Ltd. Trade and Industry Secretary Ramon Lopez also signed an LOI with the ASEAN Business Advisory Council Chairman Robert... read more
DTI SAYS SURCHARGES ON CREDIT CARDS ARE ILLEGAL
Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) Regional Director Asteria Caberte warns unscrupulous business establishments that are taking advantage of credit card holders by imposing surcharges. Caberte revealed the illicit tactics of some business establishments that are imposing additional charges on items purchased through credit cards of unsuspecting buyers who are not aware that these surcharges are illegal. “All retailers who accept credit cards for payment should not require the cardholders to pay additional charge over and above the price tag on the consumer goods and services,” Caberte said. Under Article 81, or the “Price Tag Requirement,” of Republic Act 7394, otherwise known as “Consumer Act of the Philippines,” goods and services must have only an appropriate price tag or label. It must not be sold at a higher price that what is stated and without discrimination to all buyers. Caberte also advised consumers who were tricked into paying the surcharges to ask for a refund and report the incident to the Department of Trade and Industry (DTI). “Retailers should not pass surcharges to consumers for they are already paying annual membership fee for using credit cards,” Caberte added. “ In ensuring consumers’ rights, she revealed that the DTI is regularly monitoring business establishments.” Caberte warned violators that DTI is regularly monitoring business establishments to ensure that consumer rights are upheld. Caberte underscored that unscrupulous retailers will be fined depending on the gravity, and/or revocation of their business permit and license. For complaints and questions, one may call or visit the Consumer Protection Division at the following DTI’ provincial offices: BOHOL PROVINCIAL OFFICE, 2F FCB Bldg., CPG Ave., Tagbilaran City....‘Crashy Asia’ New Mobile Game Made in Bohol
With the recently improved internet services it is now an option to produce new and exciting tech from places once considered backwaters. Examples of this in action are the nascent mobile game development scenes outside the cities. There 2.4 billion Android and iOS devices worldwide and local developers now have the chance to reach them. ‘Crashy Asia’ is a newly released mobile game made in Bohol by a team of two; a fine arts student and a programmer going by the name of Two Reelers. The 3D game lets you, a cute Panda character, tour around South East Asian countries. You can see the national monuments and get a taste of each country. However there is danger in the form of dangerous drivers. As many overseas workers will comment, the traffic in places like Ho Chi Minh City would scare even the most hardened Manila jeepney driver. The game attempts to be humorous through satirical fake news stories and local flavour, for instance President Duterte and a Popemobile can be spotted when you visit the Philippines. It began its life when the author noticed that his 8 year old found it hilarious to watch cartoon cars colliding, flipping and doing donuts. That, in combination with the regional pastime of complaining about traffic was enough to get started. To download the Game for free go to play.google.com and search ‘Crashy Asia’. The local story of indie game creation does not end there for Bohol. Here are two other companies actively releasing new titles: Samotech recently released ‘Stephen Curry vs Lebron James’. It offers the chance to avenge Curry by shooting...Local News/ Bohol Balita
30 pa ka probinsya, nameligrong makasinati og grabeng huwaw
TAGBILARAN CITY, April 13 (PIA)–Nipasidaan karon ang Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration (PAGASA) nga naa sa 30 pa ka probinsiya ang mahimong makasinati og grabeng huwaw karong bulana. Matud pa ni PAGASA Acting Administrator Vicente Malano, tungod kini sa gipaabot nga mas mo grabe pang epekto sa El Niño phenomenon sa mga mosunod nga adlaw. Apil sa posibleng maapektuhan sa grabeng huwaw ang Pangasinan, Nueva Ecija, Tarlac, Zambales, Occidental Mindoro, Palawan, Negros Oriental, Bohol, Siquijor ug 22 pa ka lugar sa Mindanao. Nipasidaan ang PAGASA nga tungod sa grabeng kainit, gipaabot usab ang kakulang sa suplay sa tubig, pagkatap sa mga peste ug sakit. Giingong dili lamang mga tawo ang makasinati og stress apan apil usab ang mga tanom ug kahayopan....7 Things to Do This Coming Startup Weekend Bohol 2
By: Zion Campo Startup Weekend Bohol 2 is coming! Time is almost up and we’re getting pretty pumped up! It’s time for Boholano innovators to volt in. Startup Weekend Bohol 2 will sure be a whirlwind event with startup enthusiasts, aspiring entrepreneurs and established businessmen congregating to celebrate the awesomeness of innovation, tech and entrepreneurship! Seriously though, a lot of things will happen this Startup Weekend Bohol 2. Ideas will get pitched, teams will argue, some might sizzle and others might triumph. The whole event will be chaotic for the uninitiated so here are some things you need to remember to stay sane this coming Startup Weekend Bohol 2. 1. Prepare. Prepare. Prepare. Before you drop by this coming April 15, be sure that you are all ready for war. Because it will be a battleground out there. You only have 60 seconds to for the firepitch round so you’ll need to prepare what you’ll say. Those 60 seconds are important to get your idea to the next round and convince others to join you. Research your idea. BUT DON’T BUILD IT YET. Rehearse your 60 second pitch. Think of something that will make people remember you and your idea. Don’t forget to book your lodging if you’re out of the area since it will be a long night ahead of you! Assemble your Startup Weekend starter kit a.k.a. whatever you need to do great work. Don’t forget to bring your business cards too! Startup Weekend Bohol 2 is a great avenue to connect with great people who do extraordinary work. 2. Shed Your Shyness You’ll get the most...Candidates’ forum, ipahigayon sa Biyernes
TAGBILARAN CITY, April 07 (PIA)–Ipahigayon sa Biyernes, Abril 8 ang candidates forum sa lalawigan sa Bohol nga gitawag og “Your Voice, My Choice.” Pagatambongan kini sa mga kandidato sa pagka-gobernador ug kongresista alang sa piniliay sa Mayo 9 diin ilang ipahibalo sa mga Bol-anon ang ilang mga plano ug panahom sa mga nag-unang hisgotanan. Ang maong candidates’ forum gipasiugdahan sa Bohol Chamber of Commerce and Industry, Inc. (BCCI) ug didto kini ipahigayon sa Bohol Wisdom School gymnasium. Sa alas 9 sa buntag, madungog ang 6 ka kandidato sa pagka-kongresista samtang 1:30 sa pales usab e-presentar ang mga kandidato sa pagka-gobernador. Ang maong gubernatorial ug congressional candidates forum, magpahibalo sa katawhan sa baruganan sa mga kandidato sa mga hisgotanan kalabot sa agrikultura, turismo, teknolohiya, overseas Filipino workers ug apil na ang mga importanteng isyu kalabot sa infrastructure development, peace and order ug ang kalabot sa kalikopan. Gitataw ni Engr. Al Uy, presidente sa BLCI nga usa kini ka forum ug dili debate. Si Peter Dejaresco ang moderator sa gubernatorial candidates’ forum samtang si Mayet Gasatan ang mag-moderate sa congressional forum. Mapaminaw kini sa kahanginan pinaagi sa lokal nga estsyon sa radyo nga dyRD-AM....Katukoran sa fault museum sa Inabanga, gitun-an
TAGBILARAN CITY, April 06 (PIA)–Gitun-an karon sa Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology–Department of Science and Technology (PHIVOLCS-DOST) ug sa kagamhanan sa lalawigan sa Bohol ang katukoran sa fault museum sa lungsod sa Inabanga. Ang maong fault museum magsilbi usab nga sayantipikanhon ug turismong katuyoan. Niadtong Martes sa gabii, nakigtagbo si Gob. Edgar Chatto nilang PHIVOLCS Director Renato Solidum ug Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration-7 (PAGASA-7) Director Oscar Tabada. Dinhi gitunol ni Solidum kang Chatto ang mga hazard maps sa lalawigan. Gitakdang itunol usab sa PHIVOLCS ang duha ka seismic stations nga nahimutang sa lungsod sa Talibon ug Garcia Hernandez nga nagkantidad og P3.5 milyon matag usa. Ang PHIVOLCS kasamtangang nagpahigayon karon og tulo ka adlaw nga pagbansay nga gitawag og Communicating Earthquake and Tsunami Hazards alang sa 40 ka magtutudlo sa Department of Education (DepEd) Tagbilaran City Division. Tumong sa maong pagbansay nga masayran ug mapahanas na ang pagpahibaw kabahin sa hulga sa linog ug mga pagbanlas sa dagat. Ang kawalay katakus sa mga tinugyanan, ilabi na sa mga magtutudlo nakita nga usa sa mga nakapasamut sa kalisud sa katawhan nga makasabut sa kalapad sa kakuyaw nga nagsingabut nga epekto sa linog ug pagbanlas sa dagat....Kampanyang “Tuloy Ang Pagbabago,” gilusad sa syudad sa Tagbilaran
TAGBILARAN CITY, April 04 (PIA)–Gilusad karong adlawa sa Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) ang ilang kampanyang “Tuloy Ang Pagbabago.” Gisugdan kini sa usa ka parada nga nagsugod gikan sa Plaza Rizal paingon sa Bohol Tropics nga gisalmotan sa dul-an 500 ka mga partisipante nga gilangkoban sa mga partner-beneficiaries, civil society ug mga kawani sa DSWD. Gisundan dayon kini og hamubong programa pag-abot sa Bohol Tropics. Si Pantawid Pamilya Regional Program Coordinator, Raquel Enriquez ang nihatag sa welcome message diin iyang gipa-ambit ang mga positibong nakuha sa mga benepisyaryo sa Pantawid Pamilyang Pilipino Program (4Ps). Samtang si Herminia Cabahug, chief sa General Admin. and Support Office sa DSWD, mipatin-aw nga walay katungod o gahom ang mga opisyal sa barangay nga tangtangon sa listahan ang mga benepisaryo sa 4Ps. Gitataw ni Cabahug nga ang pagpabilin sa listahan sa mga benepisaryo nag-agad sa pagsunod nila sa mga kondisyon sa programa ug dili sa desisyon sa bisan kinsang lokal nga opisyal. Gipangunahan ni Cabahug ang paglagda sa commitment tarpaulin alang sa Pantawid Pamilya Frequently Encountered Situation Book (FESBook). Ang Huwarang Pantawid Pamilya nila Pepe ug Josefina Torrentira gikan sa lungsod sa Sagbayan kauban ang ilang mga anak mipa-ambit usab sa ilang estorya sa kausaban. Ang Tuloy Ang Pagbabago usa ka communication campaign nga nagtinguha sa pagpanalipod ug pagpausbaw sa kaamgohan sa katungod ug obligasyon sa mga benepisyaryo, ilabi na sa nagsingabot nga nasudnong piniliay. Pinaagi sa maong kampanya, ang mga partner-beneficiaries gipaabot nga mahimong mas maigmaton ug maalamon ilabi na sa ilang katungod isip lungsoranon. Ang maong kampanya, nagtinguha usab sa pagdasig sa mga benepisyaryo nga mahimong aktibo sa pagsalmot sa...National News
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