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CHED confirms discontinuation of SHS Program in SUCs, LUCs

BY MERLINA HERNANDO-MALIPOT

Jan 2, 2024 00:18 AM

The Commission on Higher Education (CHED) has officially announced the discontinuation
of the Senior High School (SHS) Program in State Universities and Colleges (SUCs) and
Local Universities and Colleges (LUCs).

In a Viber message, CHED Chairman J. Prospero de Vera III confirmed the issuance of a
Memorandum from the Office of the Chairperson dated December 18.

The memorandum stated the "discontinuance" of the SHS Program in SUCs and LUCs.

De Vera clarified that this decision aligns with CHED's previous directives through CMO
Nos. 32 and 33 series of 2015 and 2016.

These directives specified that the "engagement of SUCs and LUCs in basic education
through senior high school shall be limited to the K-12 transition period, which is from SY
2016-2017 to SY 2020-2021 only."

He also highlighted that the Department of Education (DepEd) has issued a notice through
the Private Education Assistance Committee (PEAC).

Beginning SY 2023-2024, there will be no more Government Assistance to Students and

Teachers in Private Education beneficiaries from SUCs and LUCs.

However, exceptions are made for those entering Grade 12 in SY 2023-2024 to complete
their basic education.

SUCs and LUCs with laboratory schools can accept enrollees but will no longer receive
vouchers.

In response to these changes, De Vera directed SUC Presidents and Officers-In-Charge

(OICs) to bring the discontinuance of senior high school in SUCs to their respective SUC
BOR (Board of Regents)/BOT (Board of Trustees).

He emphasized that there was "no longer a legal basis" to fund the SHS Program.

Moreover, CHED urged SUCs with laboratory schools to present to the Board the financial
implications of the DepEd's notice regarding the "non-issuance of vouchers for senior high
school enrollees in SUCs."
Additionally, they should ensure compliance with CMO No. 32 Series of 2015, which
stipulates that after the K to 12 transition period, laboratory schools shall cap enrollment at
750 students.

Pacquiao to fight Thai great Buakaw in exhibition, teases Mayweather rematch

BY REYNALD I. MAGALLON

Jan 2, 2024 01:59 PM

It seems like it will be a busy new year for Manny Pacquiao.

The Filipino boxing icon is set to fight Muay Thai legend Buakaw Banchamek in an
exhibition fight on April 20 and could also be in a rematch with fellow boxing great Floyd
Mayweather later this year.

More than a year since he last set foot on the canvas when he fought Korean martial artist DK
Yoo in an exhibition in South Korea, Pacquiao will again be fighting on the ring in a bout
dubbed as the "Match of the Legends" at the IMPACT Arena in Bangkok.

The fight will be a catchweight and in boxing rules featuring six rounds of three minutes time
with two minute breaks in between. At stake is $289,000 and a WBC Legend Belt the World
Boxing Council purposely commissioned for the fight.

Buakaw, more renowned with his ring name Buakaw Por Pramuk, was a legend of his own in
his sport, sporting an impressive career record of 241 wins, 24 losses and 14 draws. He is
coming off a bare-knuckle Muay Thai fight against Saenchai last November.

Aside from the exhibition, Pacquiao also teased a possible fight against Mayweather during
an appearance in an MMA event at the Saitama Super Arena on New Year’s Eve.

Asked about the rematch against Mayweather, Pacquiao said he is ready to fight and has
started talking about the looming megabout. The boxing legend was hesitant to mention the
name of his opponent but eventually went on naming him after Rizin chief executive
Nobuyuki Sakakibara prompted him to do so.

"Next year, I hope to see you here in Japan with a big fight against... Floyd Mayweather,”
briefly pausing before looking at Sakakibara

“I thought you didn’t want me to say that. I’m excited for that,” he added.
The exhibition has long been teased to happen in December 2023 after posters of the
supposed fight circulated online. The match however did not materialize reportedly due to the
details of the exhibition's pay-per-view yet to be ironed out.

Pacquiao had formally retired from professional boxing and has since participated in
numerous exhibition matches. He called it quits after losing to Yordenis Ugas via unanimous
decision in 2021, closing a legendary career that saw him become the only eight-division
world champion in boxing with a record of 62 wins with 32 knockouts against eight losses
and two draws.

Mayweather, likewise, already retired, finishing his career with a perfect 50-0 record. He also
fought in several exhibition bouts against the likes of internet personality Logan Paul, former
sparring partner Don Moore, and undefeated Japanese kickboxer Tenshin Nasukawa, among
others.

Israel accused at UN court of Gaza 'genocide'

BY AGENCE FRANCE-PRESSE

Jan 11, 2024 09:18 PM

THE HAGUE, Netherlands– South Africa on Thursday accused Israel of breaching the UN
Genocide Convention, arguing that even the deadly October 7 Hamas attack could not justify
such alleged actions, as it launched a landmark case at the top UN court.

Pretoria has lodged an urgent appeal at the International Court of Justice (ICJ) to force Israel
to "immediately suspend" its military operations in Gaza.

Israel has dismissed the case as "atrocious" and "preposterous" and vowed to set out a robust
defence on Friday.

"No armed attack on a state territory, no matter how serious... can provide justification for or
defend breaches of the convention," said Pretoria's Justice Minister Ronald Lamola.

"Israel's response to the October 7 attack has crossed this line and given rise to the breaches
of the convention," he added.

The Gaza war erupted when Hamas launched its unprecedented attack, which resulted in
about 1,140 people killed in Israel, mostly civilians, according to an AFP tally based on
official figures.

Israel has responded with a relentless military campaign that has killed at least 23,357 people,
mostly women and children, according to Gaza's Hamas-run health ministry.

A world away from the death and destruction in Gaza and Israel, robed lawyers battled it out
over technical legal arguments in the Peace Palace in The Hague.

South Africa argues Israel is breaking its commitments under the UN Genocide Convention,
a treaty signed in 1948 in the wake of the Holocaust.

Top lawyer for South Africa Adila Hassim said Israel's bombing campaign aimed at the
"destruction of Palestinian life" and had pushed Palestinians "to the brink of famine".

"Genocides are never declared in advance, but this court has the benefit of the past 13 weeks
of evidence that shows incontrovertibly a pattern of conduct and related intention that
justifies a plausible claim of genocidal acts," she said.

As a fellow signatory to the treaty, South Africa can take Israel to the ICJ, which rules on
disputes between countries and is often described as the "World Court".
The ruling African National Congress (ANC) has long been a firm supporter of the
Palestinian cause, often linking it to its own historic struggle against the white-minority
government, which had cooperative relations with Israel.

South Africa has acknowledged the "particular weight of responsibility" of accusing Israel of
genocide. It "unequivocally" condemned the Hamas attacks that sparked off the war in Gaza.

This artist transforms coconut shells into chic pieces of jewelry

BY RODMILL LOPEZ

Jan 11, 2024 02:59 PM

The coconut tree, often dubbed the "tree of life," has long been celebrated for its versatility
and countless uses. From its stems, fruit, and even its leaves, this tree offers various practical
applications. Even the coconut shell, commonly discarded as waste, has found a new purpose
in the world of fashion and jewelry.

Nghia Dai Nguyen, a 45-year-old artist based in Hue, Vietnam, discovered a novel use for
this already resourceful tree – handcrafted jewelry.

The project started in 2007 but was temporarily halted when Nghia had to go overseas. It
resumed in 2018 upon his return to Vietnam and has since become his family's primary
source of income. Necklaces and a pair of earrings are sold for 50,000 VND (around ₱114).

The process of creating these handcrafted jewelry pieces begins by cleaning and sorting
coconut shells based on their shapes. They then carve the shells to their desired shape and
apply a lacquer base, typically made from gardenia or synthetic compounds. After this, they
let it dry and harden. Once the initial layer is set, they move on to applying the main lacquer
layer, forming an abrasive mixture of paint, glue, and mineral powder. This blend creates a
glossy, durable surface.

Artists may choose to enhance the design by incorporating eggshells or seashells and adding
patterns using bronze or aluminum pieces. Bamboo is also used in the jewelry-making
process.

The option to use recycled coconut shells in his handcrafted jewelry was due to their
accessibility and the product's inherent traditional value. "The art brings a unique traditional
handmade technique of Southeast Asian people. These products are environmentally friendly
and safe for humans,” Nghia said. “The material source is easily accessible and inexpensive,
perceived by some as discarded items.”

Nghia highlighted some challenges in his line of work, emphasizing the need for innovation
and continuous improvement. "We must consistently change designs, elevate aesthetic
standards, and constantly improve to create products distinct from others," he continued.

In a constantly evolving landscape of design, Nghia shared how the intersection of

environmental consciousness and fashion has influenced his ideas. “We recognize that
environmentally friendly products will be sustainable – the future goal of humanity. Being
conscious of fashion enables us to grasp consumer trends year after year," he said.
As more individuals explore innovative ways to transform waste into aesthetically pleasing
and functional items, the coconut's evolution from a mere fruit to a fashion statement serves
as an example of the boundless possibilities inherent in our natural resources.
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Pagtatayo ng nationwide drug rehabilitation centers sa 2028 suportado ng senador

January 10, 2024

Ni NOEL ABUEL

Nagpahayag ng suporta si Senador Christopher “Bong” Go sa plano ni Pangulong Ferdinand

“Bongbong” Marcos Jr. na magtatag ng drug treatment at rehabilitation facility sa bawat
lalawigan sa Hunyo 2028.

Nakasaad sa isang ulat na plano ng gobyerno na magtayo ng community-based drug

rehabilitation programs (CBDRPs) at Anti-Drug Abuse Councils (ADACs) sa bawat
probinsya, lungsod, munisipalidad, at mga barangay.

“Nakapaggawa tayo ng 74 in-patient treatment and rehabilitation facilities to provide a path

to recovery for those who want to break free from their addiction,” sa naging pahayag ni
Pangulong Marcos.

Ang anunsyo na ito mula sa Palasyo ay matapos iulat na humigit-kumulang sa P10.41

bilyong halaga ng iligal na droga ang nasamsam noong 2023, kung saan mahigit 27,000
barangay umano ang na-clear sa bawal na gamot.

“This move is a significant step towards strengthening our nation’s fight against the scourge
of illegal drugs. By providing accessible and comprehensive rehabilitation services across the
country, we are not only helping individuals recover from drug dependence but also ensuring
their successful reintegration back into society,” sabi ng chairperson ng Senate Committee on
Health and Demography at vice chairperson ng Senate Committee on Public Order and
Dangerous Drugs.

“This initiative aligns with our vision of a safer, healthier, and drug-free Philippines. I am
committed towards realizing this goal for the betterment of our country and its people,”
dagdag pa nito.

Nauna nang inihain ni Go ang Senate Bill No. 428 na nagsusulong ng paglikha ng Drug
Abuse Treatment and Rehabilitation Center sa bawat lalawigan sa buong bansa.

Sa pamamagitan aniya nito, hindi lamang ito magiging treatment facilities para sa mga drug
dependents kundi bilang mga comprehensive hub support na mag-aalok ng after-care, follow-
up services, at mga social reintegration program.

“Kapag nako-contain mo ‘yung illegal drugs, kasama na diyan ‘yung criminality at ‘yung
kurapsyon. ‘Pag lumala ‘yung drugs, tataas ‘yung criminality, at lalala rin ‘yung kurapsyon
— maku-corrupt po ‘yung tao,” paliwanag pa ni Go.
“Nakikita naman po sa datos na napakarami na po talaga ang nasira ang buhay nang dahil sa
iligal na droga. Huwag po natin sayangin ang inyong bukas at gumawa na lang po ng tama.
Kaya kung kinakailangan niyo po ng tulong, may rehab centers at mga programa po ang
gobyerno,” pahayag pa nito.

Wembanyama ipinoste ang unang triple-double

Pilipino Star Ngayon

January 12, 2024 | 12:00am

DETROIT — Ipinoste ni No. 1 overall pick Victor Wembanyama ang kanyang unang triple-
double para pamunuan ang San Antonio Spurs sa 130-108 pagpapabagsak sa Pistons.

Hinakot ng 7-foot-3 French rookie phenom ang 16 points, 12 rebounds at 10 assists sa loob
lamang ng 21 minuto para sa San Antonio (6-30).

Sa NBA history, tanging si Russell Westbrook ang nakapagposte ng mas mabilis na double
digits sa points, rebounds at assists sa isang 20-minute performance para sa Oklahoma City
Thunder noong 2014.

Ang 20-anyos na si Wembanyama ang youngest player sa league na naglista ng triple-double

na walang turnover.

Umiskor sina Jaden Ivey at Bojan Bogdanovic ng tig-19 points sa panig ng Detroit (3-35) na
nalaglag sa ikaanim na sunod na kamalasan para tapusin ang NBA record-tying 28-game
losing slump.

Sa Boston, nagbagsak si Jayson Tatum ng 45 points kasama ang 12 sa overtime sa 127-120

paggiba ng Celtics (29-8) sa Minnesota Timberwolves (26-11).

Sa Miami, naglista si Shai Gilgeous-Alexander ng 28 points at may 23 markers si Chet

Holmgren sa 128-120 panalo ng Thunder (25-11) sa Heat (21-16).

Sa Los Angeles, kumana si Kawhi Leonard ng 29 points para banderahan ang Clippers sa
126-120 panalo sa Toronto Raptos.
Nasa 35 Pinoy, kabilang sa mga lumikas dahil sa malakas na lindol na tumama sa
Japan

Enero 2, 2024 5:05pm

Walang Pilipino na iniulat na nasawi sa malakas na lindol na tumama sa Japan pero may
ilang lumikas dahil sa banta ng tsunami, ayon kay Philippine Ambassador to Japan Mylene
Garcia-Albano.

Sa panayam ng Dobol B TV nitong Martes, sinabi ni Gracia-Albano, na ang mga Pinoy na

lumikas ay mula sa Ishikawa Prefecture, isa sa mga lugar na matinding tinamaan ng 7.6-
magnitude na lindol nitong Lunes.

“Kagabi, nag-report po sa amin na merong 35 Filipinos na nag-evacute daw po sa city hall

kasi after po ng tsunami warnings na na-issue kahapon,” pahayag ng opisyal.

Matapos ang lindol, naglabas ng tsunami warning ang mga awtoridad na posibleng lumikha
ng malaking alon na hanggang five meters ang taon sa mga coastal area.

Nauna na ring iniulat ni Department of Foreign Affairs (DFA) Undersecretary Eduardo de

Vega sa GMA News Online na walang Filipino casualties sa nangyaring lindol, batay sa
impormasyon mula sa Office of the Undersecretary for Migrant Workers (OUMWA).

“The Filipino community has been contacted and no reports of any [Filipino] casualty at this
time,” anang DFA-OUMWA.

Naglabas ng abiso ang Philippine Consulate General sa Nagoya para sa Filipino community
at masusi umanong sinusubaybayan ng tanggapan ang nangyayari sa Japan.

Nasawi sa lindol sa Japan, 30 na; mga rescuer, patuloy sa paghahanap sa mga nakaligtas

170 bilanggo, 'binitay' sa Saudi Arabia nitong 2023; 4, 'di na pinaabot ng 2024

Malakas na lindol, yumanig sa Japan; ilang residente, pinalikas

Iniulat ng mga awtoridad sa Japan na 30 katao ang nasawi sa Ishikawa prefecture, at kalahati
nito ay nasa Wajima.

Ayon sa DFA, 298,740 ang Pinoy sa Japan, at 1,300 sa mga ito ang nasa Ishikawa prefecture.

Sinabi naman ni Overseas Workers Welfare Administration (OWWA) administrator Arnel

Ignacio, na masusi ring nakasubaybay ang kanilang mga opisyal sa kalagayan ng mga Pinoy
doon.
“OWWA welfare officers are also monitoring. Ishikawa prefecture and coastal areas of
Toyama, Fukui, and [Hyogo] were all given tsunami warnings. All precautionary steps for
safety are all being taken,” ani Ignacio. —FRJ, GMA Integrated News

Patok sa kita na mga 'putok-batok' na negosyo, alamin

Enero 3, 2024 6:48pm

SINULAT NI: JAMIL SANTOS,GMA Integrated News

Sa mga nag-iisip ng negosyo ngayong 2024, panoorin ang kuwento ng mga taong nasa likod
ng mga pagkaing "putok-batok" na swak sa panlasa ng mga Pinoy. Ang kanilang kita, kaya
raw umabot ng lima hanggang anim na digits kada buwan.

Sa programang Pera Paraan, itinampok ang Manang's Pares & Sizzling House, na mayroon
nang unli kanin, sabaw at gravy kung magdadagdag lang ang customers ng P20.

Pagmamay-ari ito ni Wes Kent Laurence Reyes, na nag-aalok ng silog meals, pares at
sizzling meals mula P49 hanggang P239.

Isa ang sizzling steak sa bestseller ng Manang's Pares & Sizzling House, na kayang kumita
ng hanggang P100,000 kada buwan.

Ipinangalan ni Reyes ang kainan sa kaniyang Lola Manang, kaya pursigido siya sa negosyo.

"Ang hirap po talagang maging mahirap. Ayoko na pong maranasan 'yun, gusto ko po
talagang maging mayaman, gusto kong maging kumportable ako, gusto kong maging
kumportable ang pamilya ko, gusto kong maging kumportable ang lahat ng mahal ko sa
buhay," sabi ni Reyes.

Sa Malolos, Bulacan naman, patok ang mga lechon belly na may kakaibang flavors ng Mr.
Pugon, pagmamay-ari ni Mark Calalang.

Mayroon silang anim na flavors na Classic, Lemon Herb, Lechon De Negra, Lechon
Bulakenya, Sweet Style, at Longganisa Calumpit stuffed. Naghahanda sila ng 25 hanggang
50 lechon belly para sa customers kada buwan.

Dahil sa kaniyang paandar, kumikita ang kaniyang negosyo ng P60,000 hanggang P70,000
kada buwan, at umaabot pa ng six digits kapag Disyembre.

Mas nakilala pa ang lechon belly business ni Calalang nang mag-advertize na sila sa
Facebook at iba pang social media.

"Dapat maging pursigido ka, huwag kang sumuko roon sa product na ine-endorse mo," sabi
ni Calalang.

Hindi naman pahuhuli ang flavored crispy pata ng Boss AJ's Crispy Pata ni Alex Ambrocio.
Lalaking kinasahan ang 1-Year 50-Peso Ipon Challenge, nakapag-ipon ng P42,300

Ano ang sinasabi ng mga bituin pagdating sa pagpapakasal ngayong 2024?

Dating walang pambayad sa inuupahan, umasenso at nakapagpatayo ng malaking bahay

Nilagyan niya ng twist ang kaniyang crispy pata, na sinamahan niya ng buttered garlic.
Kalaunan, ginamitan niya na rin ito ng chili garlic.

Mula sa tatlong order, umaabot na ngayon ng 40 hanggang 50 piraso kada araw ang kanilang
mga order. Kumikita ang kaniyang negosyo ng P5,000 hanggang P10,000 kada araw.

"'Yung puso mo ilagay mo sa negosyo. 'Yung trials natural lang 'yun, hindi naman kasi laging
maganda ang takbo ng benta. 'Yung challenges na 'yan natural lang 'yan. Mas mahirap na
challenge mas maganda kasi kapag nalagpasan mo 'yan, ibig sabihin magaling ka," sabi ni
Ambrocio.

Panoorin sa video kung papaano nila inihahanda ng kani-kanilang produktong pagkataon. --

FRJ, GMA Integrated News