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NTC, telcos and amateur and civic radio groups offer “Libreng Text at Tawag” assistance to Marawi City evacuees

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In line with President Rodrigo Duterte’s declaration last 17 October 2017 that Marawi City has been liberated from terrorist influence and DND Secretary Delfin Lorenzana’s announcement last 23 October 2017 that combat operation in the City had been terminated, the National Telecommunications Commission (NTC) issued Office Order 179-10-2017 last 30 October 2017 instructing its Regional Office in Cagayan de Oro City, headed by its director, Engr. Teodoro Buenavista, Jr.,  to offer “Libreng Text at Tawag” services in evacuation centers for a period of seven (7) calendar days starting 31 October 2017. The “Libreng Text at Tawag” services were located in five (5) evacuation centers in Iligan City:  Kanaway Evacuation Center, Tibanga; Sta. Elena Gymnasium, Sta. Elena; Buru-un School of Fisheries, Buru-un; Buru-un Gymnasium, Buru-un; and Maria Cristina Gym, Maria Cristina. In Cagayan de Oro City, the “Libreng Text at Tawag” services was offered in the Indahag Evacuation Center. With the
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Lanao del Sur’s CDC hosts Nature Trek and Marches

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The 1006 th Community Defense Center in cooperation with the 1 st Ready Reserve Battalion, MSU ROTC Unit and MSU Rearguards hosted the first “Nature Trek and Marches” on November 22, 2014 in Marawi City. Enthusiastic individuals from both private and government units joined the 4-hour long trek from Kampo Ranao to MSU Main Campus. The trail was a close up encounter with the nature’s goodness which made the trek more exciting and adventurous. Lt. Colonel Bienvenido Alabot, the Infantry Director and head organizer said that the objectives of the said event included the following: To develop a healthy body and a sound mind for good governance; To promote peace, unity and development through recreational activity; To  build up camaraderie among individuals and to enjoy with your peers; To appreciate the hidden panorama of Marawi City and Lanao del Sur; and To promote the MSU-ROTC and the LDS RRBn. “Our vision is by 2028, we will become a world calss army that is
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Breeze pays tribute to hardworking hero moms with nationwide 1 Laba Day

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Celebrating the heroes of the home, Breeze treated more than 19,000 hardworking moms across the Philippines to a day of rest, games and exciting surprises at the first-ever 1 Laba Day. The leading detergent brand took care of their laundry chores, washing a total of 481,536 clothes, in a series of events held simultaneously in multiple barangays in Metro Manila, Pangasinan, Batangas, Cebu, and Davao. Celebrity moms and surprise guests, including Sige Moms Christine Bersola-Babao, Gladys Reyes and Dimples Romana, headlined the nationwide events. At Barangay Commonwealth in Quezon City, radio DJ Laila Chikadora also kept the crowd entertained with her witty jokes and led the fun bingo games where moms won bicycles, skateboards, inflatable swimming pools and other toys for their children. These prizes were meant to encourage moms to be Sige Moms who let their kids play and go on exciting adventures.  While the moms enjoyed their day off from doing the laundry, Breez
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CBAA hailed as MSU’s Home of the Champions

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The College of Business Administration and Accountancy is hailed as Home of the Champions in the recently concluded 53 rd MSU Founding Anniversary Celebration. The college bagged 3 Overall Champion Awards in the University Intramural Games, Musical Extravaganza and Debate Competitions, while the King Faisal Center for Islamic, Arabic and Asian Studies (KFCIAAS) and College of Hotel and Restaurant Management (CHARM) got the Overall Champion Trophies in Literary Competitions and Dance Festival respectively. Hence, CBAA is the first of the 13 participating colleges to win 3 overall championships during the MSU Foundation Day Celebration. Prof. Imara C. Andam, Dean of CBAA expressed her gratitude to the college constituents for the cooperation and great achievements this year. “Being able to represent the college in various events was our main objective and winnings are just bonus factors,” she said. “I did not expect that we will have the most number of winnings. This is in
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MSU-CBAA to host the 2014 Musical Extravaganza

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The MSU College of Business Administration and Accountancy is set to host this year’s Musical Extravaganza come this Friday, August 29, 2014 at MSU – ILS Gymnasium. Prof. Imara C. Andam, Dean of CBAA accepted the challenge of organizing one of the highlights of the 53rd MSU Founding Anniversary Celebration. “The College is privileged to facilitate this grand event for everyone’s enjoyment,” the Dean said. The Musical Extravaganza is an annual event where colleges send student representatives to compete in various contest categories such as Vocal Solo, Vocal Duet, Impersonation, Instrumental and A Capella. What makes the event more exciting is the participation of the faculty representatives in the Vocal Solo Competition. Moreover, the event is sponsored by several companies in the region including Jollibee Iligan, Tita Fannies Liempo and Chicken Haus, Boardwalk Business Ventures Inc., MS Events and Resources, JECOs Restaurant, Greenwich and Red Ribbon. Winning participants get t
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Motivational Speaker Lloyd Luna to conduct seminars in Mindanao

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Known as the #PambansangInspirasyon in the realm of social media, motivational speaker Lloyd Luna will be conducting seminars at Celadon Pension House, Iligan City, Lanao del Norte and Mindanao State University, Marawi City, Lanao del Sur this coming January 24 and 25, 2014 respectively. His self-titled book PAANO MAGING SUCCESSFUL is also the theme of the seminar and the excited organizers proudly present the 1st Lanao Success Convention . ABOUT THE SPEAKER LLOYD ABRIA LUNA is an international motivational speaker and comedian, author of ten self-help books, radio and television talk show host, newspaper and magazine columnist, composer, speechwriter, publisher, serial entrepreneur and a life mentor. With all his talents and skills, he could have gone overseas and made more personal wealth. Instead, he stayed. He is an OFW who never left his country because he believes in the Philippines and its people. His remarkable story of turning life’s misery into opportunities
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Exploring Camiguin Island in a Day - Part II

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This is the continuation of my day tour in Camiguin Island. Check the first part  here . From Sto. Nino Cold Spring, we proceeded to Soda Swimming Pool. Kuya Jojo told me that the water tastes like soda, hence the name of the pool. Having heard it, I planned to taste the water. Great that they have a drinking station for everyone to make use of. Entrance fee is Php 20.00.  Welcome to Soda Swimming Pool This is where I tasted the water. Indeed, it has a different taste from the fresh water...  I took a plunge in the swimming pool and couldn’t help myself but pay attention to the boys scout undergoing a first-aid training and swimming lesson.  Because the pool was a bit crowded, I did not stay long there.  Boys scout enjoying their training I changed clothes for our next visit - the old church.  The side view of the old church  The ruined church was caused by the eruption of Mt. Volcan way back May 13, 1871. The remnants would tell us how strong the foundation of the
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