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DOST launches nationwide unified training modules on Food Safety

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By MYRRH CAITHLINGUTIERREZ and ROCHELLE CRUZ

THROUGH the collaboration and efforts of different agencies, the Department of Science and Technology (DOST) Unified Food Safety Training Modules for MSMEs were launched on June 8, 2018 at Titanium Auditorium, Metals Industry Research and Development Center (MIRDC), DOST Compound, Bicutan, Taguig City.

The launching ceremony was organized by DOST-CALABARZON, headed by its Regional Director Alexander Madrigal. It was graced by the presence of DOST Secretary Fortunato T. de la Peña who also served as the keynote speaker. Dr. Alonzo A. Gabriel, Professor and University Scientist from UP Diliman, shared about the process they have been through in the development of the modules. Dr. Elmer T. Ferry, Assistant Regional Director for Research and Regulations, Department of Agriculture (DA)-CALABARZON, and Ms. Pilar Marilyn P. Pagayunan, Director of Center for Food Regulation and Research – Food and Drugs Administration (FDA), delivered the address speech of DA and FDA, respectively.

In Dr. Madrigal’s opening remarks, he emphasized how these training modules are the fruits of the labor of different collaborating agencies to address the knowledge needs of Food MSMEs. According to him, these different agencies saw the needs of MSMEs “to comply with the food standards mandated by legislation” that is why they converged to develop a unified training modules that the public can have access to. The main objective of unifying the food safety modules is to standardize the training materials being used by the 17 regions.

Sec. Dela Peña, in his keynote speech, highlighted that the development of these training modules is a step towards the attainment of the number two and number three Sustainable Development Goals (SDG) namely “Zero Hunger” and “Good Health and Well Being”. He also said these training modules can help in reducing inequality among the people, since a lot of entrepreneurs will benefit from it, and can expand potentials for growth. These two things, he continued, are what the President wants. Lastly, he commended the efforts of everyone involved in the development of the modules and challenged everyone to be “agents in achieving better human nutrition and in building an effective food safety system”.

The unveiling of the DOST Unified Food Safety Training Modules was led by officials from DOST, FDA, DA, UP Diliman, and DTI. The modules are composed of training presentations, teacher’s manual, learner’s manual, and examination booklet on the three components of food safety namely: Food Safety Hazards, Basic Food Hygiene, and Good Manufacturing Practices.

The launching ceremony was closed by Dr. Mario V. Capanzana, Director of DOST-Food and Nutrition Research Institute (FNRI), Chair, DOST Integrated Food Safety Program, by thanking everyone who contributed to the training modules.

After the launching ceremony, a press conference was held wherein the officials from DOST, DA, FDA, together with the project consultants, answered different queries from the press. Cathy Cruz, a reporter from Tuklasin Natin, asked whether the modules will be disseminated immediately to the public. Dr. Gabriel said that the modules will be mass produced after it is copyrighted.

Secretary Dela Peña and Dr. Madrigal, however, cleared out that although the modules are to be copyrighted, they can be used by interested groups for the benefit of the public. Ms. Angie Lee, from iBlaze FM, asked who will be the specific stakeholders to be trained. Dr. Ferry answered that they will first train the policy makers and then tap the DILG and LGUs. When they are trained, they can also be trainers so the knowledge can cascade down to the MSMEs.

The launching ceremony was also attended by Assistant Secretary Demphna Du-Naga of the Department of Trade and Industry (DTI), Ms. Eloisa G. Rozul, Division Chief of Department of Interior  and Local Government (DILG), Mr. Albert R. Cariso Jr., from Food and Development Center (FDC), and Mr. Ernie S. Carlos (Philippine Chamber of Food Manufacturers, Inc.).

Next steps for this project are application of copyright to the modules, finalization of translated versions to Tagalog and Bisaya, drafting of guidelines for the use and distribution, deployment to all DOST Food Safety Teams, and seeking recognition of the manuals from the Food Safety Regulation Coordinating Board (FSRCB).

These are all part of DOST’s continuous efforts to support the “Food Safety Act of 2013” that necessitates the provision of assistance to food supply chains for them to comply with the food safety requirements and regulations and to attain DOST vision- “safe food for everyone, by everyone, through Science, Technology, and Innovation.|

PDAO-Canlubang members gets training on Ube Processing and GMP

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PDAO-Canlubang members participate in the hands-on demonstration of ube processing training.|

By Wilma Del Rosario and Rochelle Cruz

THE Provincial Science and Technology – Laguna (PSTC-Laguna) conducted a Technology Training on Processing of ube and other root crops with Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) Awareness Seminar last May 25 at DORENIES Food & Beverage,  Brgy. Mabacan, Calauan, Laguna. A total of 21 participants from the Persons with Disability Affairs Office (PDAO) Canlubang, Calamba City attended the seminar-training.

The program started with Ms. Wilma Del Rosario, SRS II from PSTC-Laguna, explaining how the CLDD requested DOST’s support to establish a livelihood opportunity for PWDs, senior citizens, and women. Ms. Agnes Soriano from DORENIES then proceeded with explaining the steps in ube processing from paring to slicing the ube tubers.

Ms. Amor Chozas talked about GMP principles and demonstrated how to prepare food free from any contaminants. The participants were able to have a hands on training on food preparation and handling. Mr. Roman Cosico, UBE Farmers Association President, shared his experiences on selection and sourcing of raw materials as well as how to market products through local store and trade fairs.

After the training, the team and participants visited two retail stores in Brgy. San Marcos, San Pablo City, Laguna. They saw the production area of Vangie’s Ube Halaya, current SETUP adoptor in Laguna, and UBE Maria, a SETUP applicant.

This seminar-training helped the participants to become more knowledgeable in ube flour production in order to have a continuous supply of materials even during off peak seasons.|#BALIKAS_News

Simply Shoes: Your everyday-shoe store, now in Lemery

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IT has been said that apart from diamonds, shoes are a woman’s best friend.  And it’s not surprising. Christian Louboutin, who is known for his iconic shoe designs, has said, that “a woman can be charming, witty, sexy, or shy with her shoes”. Designer Tracy Reese, on the other hand, has her take on the power of wearing the right shoe: “shoes are the finishing touch on any outfit and it is important to complete a look with the perfect pair.”

Simply Shoes, an affiliate of SM Retail, is a woman’s everyday shoe store with pumps, sandals, slip-ons, and everything else in between for her day-to-day activities. Be it for work or play, Simply Shoes has comfy and affordable options.

There are timeless pumps for work, drinks, dinners, and random semi-dressy occasions; ballerina flats that never go out of style; as well as classic loafers and slip-ons for casual days at the office or weekends at home.  If you want a trendier look, there are fun flatties with lots of personality, fancy party heels, strappy sandals, and of the moment styles.  And of course, there are sneakers that can now be worn on the gym, and with dressier outfits.

Visit Simply Shoes now located at the second floor of SM Center Lemery.|

 

 

 

 

PDIC raises PHP14.2-M from public bidding of assets

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THE Philippine Deposit Insurance Corporation (PDIC) generated a total of Php 14.2 million from the sale of 31 closed banks’ properties at its public bidding held last May 24, 2018 in Cabanatuan City, Nueva Ecija. The bidding yielded an aggregate premium of Php 1.4 million against the aggregate minimum disposal price of Php 12.8 million. Sold assets consisted of 27 residential lots, three residential lots with improvement and a commercial lot with improvement located in Bataan, Bulacan, Nueva Ecija, and Pangasinan.

Proceeds from the sale of closed banks’ properties are added to the pool of liquid assets of these banks for distribution to creditors and uninsured depositors in accordance with the rules on concurrence and preference of credits.

The expeditious liquidation of assets is one of the strategic directions of PDIC as liquidator of closed banks. To help ensure that recoveries from closed banks’ assets are maximized, PDIC sells assets via competitive biddings and auctions.

Unsold assets from public biddings may be acquired by interested parties via negotiated sale. Interested buyers are encouraged to visit the PDIC website at www.pdic.gov.ph and click the Assets for Disposal section for information on available inventory of assets for sale. Prospective buyers may also communicate with the PDIC Public Assistance Department at (02) 841-4630 to 31 or at e-mail address [email protected].

Those outside Metro Manila may call the PDIC toll-free hotline at 1-800-1-888-7342 or 1-800-1-888-PDIC. Inquiries may also be sent as private message at Facebook through www.facebook.com/OfficialPDIC.|#BALIKAS_News

The Hello Batangas App – first local lifestyle app launched in Lipa

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LIPA City – RECOGNIZING that there’s a need for a handy app that can help boost the lifestyle of Batangueños, Roaring Web Solutions – the company behind Hello Lipa and Hello Batangas – developed the Hello Batangas App – Your Lifestyle App that is now within everyone’s palm.

Hello Batangas is a lifestyle app that brings you closer to the best establishments in Batangas. Find new places to dine in rate and review establishments, get exclusive deals, check the latest promos and offers of your favorite resorts, get directions, and so much more.

Batangueños and even tourists can now download the Hello Batangas App for free at the Apple App Store and Google Play Store. It’s a continuously evolving application that will soon change the lifestyle of the Batangueños.

Roaring Web Solutions is led by its CEO and founder – Jayzar “Jay” Recinto, also the chief storyteller of hello Lipa and Hello Batangas, he recognized that there’s a need for a lifestyle app that can help locals and tourists alike. For the past couple of years, Jay and his wife (and RWS co-founder) Shiela Anne “Aisha” Recinto were looking for the right developer to help turn their dream into a reality. This search led them to Vincent Duke who’s into photography business. In addition to being a photographer, Duke is also a senior web developer.

After a couple of meetings, plans were put into place. After months of hard work, the group was able to successfully launch the Hello Batangas App. Indeed, the first formal launch for a genuine Batangueño app.

“For years, our followers have been telling me that they browse our fan pages and sites when they were looking for a restaurant that they can try. While this is a good feedback, I’ve always felt that we can do better as far as user experience is concerned,” Jay Recinto said. “This is why we developed the Hello Batangas App. We’re giving them a more convenient way to find what they’re looking for and improve their lifestyle in the process,” he followed.

His partner Vincent Duke also shared his piece. “Ive been living in Batangas for 2.5 years now and I’ve fallen in love with it. The people have been very good to me, my family and y business so I feel that it’s time for me to give back to the province that I now call home,” Duke said,

Hello Batangas App can be freely downloaded now to your mobile phones. In addition, businesses can get listed for free with a basic listing. There were also be premium featured listing available to businesses that want more features to their listing.

The app was launched at SM City Lipa Events Center, June 19, and was attended by the couple’s circle of friends and patrons – side by side with Jay’s birthday celebration.

Meanwhile, the company behind the app, RWS, specializes on website development, app development and digital marketing. For more inquiries, call Jay Recinto at 0949.929.7924 or email him at [email protected]|

 

Senator lauds environmental science educators

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SENATOR Cynthia Villar on Friday lauded the Philippine Environmental Science Association (PESA) for its role in addressing environmental challenges confronting the country.

Villar noted that PESA members, composed of professors and students, are not only concerned about the problems of the environment, but are committed towards finding solutions.

“The goal for which the PESA was organized is to strengthen the value of environmental science as an inter-disciplinary field in analyzing and providing solutions to the perennial environmental problems of the country,” said the chair of the Senate committee on environment and natural resources.

Villar was in this town as guest speaker of the 7th Annual International Conference on Environmental Science (ACES) held at the University of Eastern Philippines (UEP) here on June 13-15.

This year’s theme was “Environmental Science, Green Technology and Society: Pushing Boundaries Towards Sustainability”.

The senator said she believes that science research and technology play a very important role in solving various problems related to environmental degradation.

“I saw how science and technology, coupled with research and education, have paved the way in solving most of the problems and challenges of environment and agriculture sectors,” Villar added.

She expressed support for PESA’s pro-active stance to continuously upgrade and advance the level of environmental science research and actions to address the environmental problems.

Villar recognized participants for tackling key environmental topics and issues, such as climate change, biodiversity and conservation, disaster risk management and sustainable solutions.

“The input and research output of the participants in this conference, from the academe, (to) other stakeholders, research institutions, government agencies, (and) private organizations, will surely be very useful and helpful in finding solutions and implementing strategies to address environmental problems,” she said.

PESA is a consortium of higher education institutions that aims to strengthen the value of environmental science as an interdisciplinary field in analyzing and providing solutions to perennial environment problems in the country, in partnership with UEP and the University of the Philippines-Los Baños School of Environmental Science and Management.|PNA

Matagumpay na SIMEX ng bank robbery, kinilala ni Halili

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IPINAGDIWANG ang Araw Ng Kalayaan. Hindi pa rin makalaya sa kahirapan ang mga Pinoy!

Nag-ugat ang kalayaan sa umano’y trayduran nina Bonifacio, Aguinaldo at Luna. Kainis ipagdiwang!

Nasingitan ng protesta ng mga militante ang talumpati ng Panguong Duterte sa Kawit, Cavite. Hinayaan lang niya at hindi pinagalitan o minura, dahil karapatan daw nila iyon! Hindi mainit ang ulo ng Pangulo ng oras na iyon!

$5 billion ang nadale ni Pangulong Duterte sa Sokor bilang tulong sa Pinas, pero marami pa ring mga Pinoy ang hindi natutuwa. Naka-focus kasi sila sa tukaan nina Duterte at Pinay OFW.

Nag-enjoy daw si Duterte at may-asawang OFW sa South Korea sa kanilang tukaan, Sa mga nagalit, inggit lang kayo!

Sobrang nag-viral ang away ni Kris at Mocha. Mas matindi pa sa NBA finals ang kanilang away! Hindi na raw magkakasundo sina Kris at Mocha. Pareho kasi nilang kailangan ang publisidad para sa kanilang kandidatura.

Nagmamatigas si Mocha kay Kris at di nag-a-apology. Na-kiss na rin siya ni Duterte?

Pag-lips-to-lips ni Pangulong Digong sa may asawang OFW, oks lang kay Mayor Erap. Ginawa na rin daw niya iyon.

Humirit si Mayor Sara na sasama na siya sa foreign trips ng amang Pangulong Duterte para di na ito makipag-lips-to-lips sa mga OFWs. Aba’y gwardyado na ay bantay-Sara-do pa!

Maraming nagulat, pero natuwa  sa isinagawang Simulation Exercise (SIMEX) sa bank robbery na isinagawa ng Tanauan PNP sa pamumuno ni Acting Chief of Police Renato Mercado sa Banco Makiling sa President Laurel Highway para masubok ang kapabilidad at kahandaan ng Tanauan PNP katulong ang mga banko at Tanauan CDRRMC ni Terry Awitan. Pinuri naman nina Mayor Thony C. Halili at samahan ng Knights of Columbus at Rotary Club ang ipinakitang malasakit ni Police Supt. Renato Mercado sa mamamayan ng  siyudad dahil sa malaking tulong  ang SIMEX sa mga sakaling magiging biktima ng mga masasamang loob ang kahandaan at  tamang pagkilos sa gitna ng panganib.

Halos Malabo na ang diwa ng demokrasya dahil pabor  ito sa mga mayayaman. Ang eleksiyon ay kontrolado ng mga milyonaryo na siyang nagpapatakbo ng pamahalaan.

Dedo ang isang pari matapos barilin sa loob mismo ng simbahan sa Saragoza, Nueva Ecija. Sa loob ng 6 buwan  ay 3 pari na ang napapatay ng mga di pa kilalang salarin, pero ayon sa PNP ay dapat kalma lang ang publiko dahil hindi naman araw-araw.

Nag-rollbak ng 55 sentimos ang presyo ng gasolina. Asahan ang dobleng taas sa susunod na linggo.

Ibinulgar ni Vice Ganda ang 8 aktor na naging karelasyon niya. Segutadong daang milyon ang nagastos niya.

Inaresto ng PNP Anti-Cybercrime Group ang 500 call center agent dahil sa online scam. Nag-ooperate sila kahit walang business permit. Kasapakat nila ang mga LGUs.

Natalo na, inasar pa, pumalag, Cavs fan  piñatay ng maka-Warriors. Mag-Warriors na lang sila para di mapatay.

Ipatutupad daw ni Pangulong Digong ang radical change.Ibig sabihin bay a marahas na pagbabago o pagbabago gamit ang mga militante.

Inalis na ng China ang kanilang nuclear arsenals sa Spratlys.Natakot sa Kano!

Simula nang maupo si Pangulong Duterte ay lagi na lang siyang headline sa dyaryo. Siya ang tunay na darling of the press.

Pinakamayamang atleta si Floyd Mayweather ayon sa Forbes Magazine. Utang na loob niya ito  kay Pacquiao.

Hindi ipinagbabawal ang simula ng kampanyahan para sa 2019 elections. Asahang marami na namang murder ang magaganap. Kasama na ang  character assassination.

Binabati ng Pamahalaang Lungsod ng Tanauan sa pangunguna ni Mayor Thony C Halili si Ms Vicky D. Javier dahil sa isa na syang Certified Trainer CALABARZON GAD Resource Pool at kauna-unahan sa mga LGU Batangas Province.|

 

 

 

Celebrate Father’s Day with exclusive MVP Rewards deals!

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LOOKING for great ideas on how to spend that special day with your Daddy, Papa or Tatay? Celebrating Father’s Day is a lot easier with the MVP Rewards program, which lets you enjoy exclusive deals and discounts on shops and restaurants just by presenting your MVP Rewards physical or virtual card powered by PayMaya.

By signing up for free at www.MVPRewards.ph, you get to earn and accumulate points every time you pay your PLDT Home, Smart and Sun bills in full and on time, or load up your prepaid accounts on Smart, TNT, and Sun. MVP Rewards points are good as cash, do not expire, and can be used for purchases in physical stores or online shops where Visa or MasterCard is accepted.

Whether it’s getting a memorable gift, dining with the whole family, or going on an adventure trip, MVP Rewards has got you covered with certified and dad-approved ideas.

Shop for a memorable gift

Make your father feel like the man of the hour by upgrading his accessories. Just by presenting your MVP Rewards physical or virtual card, Tumi gives you 15% off for a minimum purchase of P25,000 from June 15 to 17.

Avoiding the crowd and the long lines during Father’s Day? Go online at Zalora instead and enjoy 20% discount with a minimum purchase of P1,500 from June 11-17. Simply log in to your MVP Rewards account to access your special Zalora promo code. And just in case you miss it, don’t fret because all members enjoy 18% off with a minimum purchase of P1,500 until end of the year.

If by any chance your dad is planning to get a new Subaru Forrester, you can simply tag along and present your MVP Rewards card to get him a free Apple Watch plus Php10,000 worth of vouchers for accessories! This offer is valid at Subaru Cebu and Cagayan de Oro until June 30, 2018.

Dine with the whole family

Drive up to Tagaytay to enjoy the view and the food in Balay Dako. For a minimum spend of P3,000, MVP Rewards members get two free orders of their signature halo-halo worth P500.

You can also bring your dad to District 8 where you can get 50% off if you spend a minimum of P2,000 on the total bill from their ala carte menu from June 15 to June 17.

You can also avail of one free meal when dining as a group of five at GEN Korean BBQ House, or purchase three gift certificates worth one thousand each for the price of two.

Get out of town to unwind

You can also relive your carefree childhood days with the rest of the family at Enchanted Kingdom. Members get 15% off on day-pass tickets for a minimum of four and a maximum of 10 adults.

Feel like traveling and exploring local cultures with your dad? Book a trip via e-commerce travel platform KKday and get 20% off the bill until November 30, 2018.

If ‘stay-cations’ are more his type, your MVP Rewards lets you enjoy discounts on select accommodations at Booking.com accommodations here and abroad, as well as deals for stays at The Plaza Hotel in Bataan, Eskaya Beach Resort in Bohol, and Montebello Villa Hotel in Cebu.

Add money into your PayMaya-powered MVP rewards card

Aside from enjoying all these discounts, your PayMaya-powered MVP Rewards card gives you the convenience of using your points to pay at physical establishments or online shops where Visa and MasterCard are accepted.

Not enough points yet? You can easily add money into your PayMaya-powered MVP Rewards card at over 20,000 touchpoints nationwide, including Smart Padala centers, SM Business Services, Robinsons Business Centers inside Robinsons Department Stores, 7-Eleven Outlets, Touchpay Kiosks, UnionBank ATMs, Shopwise, Wellcome, 2Go, ExpressPay, Cebuana Lhuillier, Palawan Pawnshop branches, BDO, UnionBank Online, RCBC Online Banking, and financial institutions that are part of InstaPay, among many others.

To know more about these exciting offers and other year-round MVP Rewards deals, visit www.MVPRewards.ph  and follow its official Facebook account at www.facebook.com/MVPrewards.

Emergency responders nagsanay bilang trainors sa first aid

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By LIZA DPEREZ E LOS REYES

BATANGAS City –SUMAILALIM sa trainor seminar sa Basic Life Support (BLS) and Standard First Aid ng Department of Health (DOH), Region IV-A Calabarzon, June 14, ang mga pangunahing responders ng lunsod sa panahon ng emergencies o kalamidad. Ito ay upang makapagturo sila sa mga concerned sectors kung papaano sumagip ng buhay bago pa man madala sa ospital ang isang taong nasa kritikal na kondisyon.

Ang mga responders na ito ay mula sa City Disaster Risk Reduction Management Office (CDRRMO), Bureau of Fire Protection (BFP), Batan-gas City PNP, City Health Office (CHO), Philippine Coast Guard at Batangas Medical Center.
Itinuro rin sa kanila kung paano mag-assess, organize, grade, record at evaluate ng pagsasanay.

Sinabi ni Dr. Voltaire Guadalupe ng DOH Region 4-A Calabarzon na “nais po namin na pagkatapos ng training na ito ay magkaroon na po ang Batangas City ng sarili niyang mga trainors upang mas maikalat pa ang kaalaman tungkol sa BLS na hindi na kailangan pa kumuha ng taga labas at maari na silang mag-conduct ng sariling training.”

Aniya, higit pa sa pinaka-magaling na doktor at hospital ang maitutulong ng isang trained sa first aid at BLS sa agarang intervention o pagsaklolo sa isang taong nanganganib ang buhay.

Ayon sa isang participant, malaking tulong ang seminar na ito sa kanila dahil bukod sa nadadagdagan ang kanilang kaalaman ay makakapagturo pa sila sa komunidad, paaralan at barangay.|#BALIKAS_News

Gunman sa pagpaslang sa election officer, kinasuhan na

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By JOENALD MEDINA RAYOS

BAUAN, Batangas – KINASUHAN na ng pulisya ang itinuturong gunman o suspek sa pagpatay kay Noel Miralles, Municipal Election Officer ng bayan ng Mabini, noong Lunes sa bayang ito.

Nasa harap ng Citimart mall sa kahabaan ng Kapitan Ponso St., sa bayang ito noong Lunes ng hapon ang biktima at nag-aabang ng masasakyang dyip pauwi sa Lunsod Batangas nang biglang lapitan ng isang lalaki at pinagbabaril gamit ang kalibre .45 baril.

Kaagad naman siyang isinugod sa Bauan General Hospital ngunit hindi na ito nakaabot pa ng buhay sa nasabing pagamutan ayon kay Dr. Aries J. Bautista, attending physician.

Dahil dito, kaagad na binuo ni Police Senior Superintendent Edwin Quiltes, provincial director, ang Special Investigation Task Group (SITG) at kinabukasan rin ay kaagad na tumawag ng kumpiresnya upang tugisin ang maaaring may pananagutan sa krimen.

Matapos tumugma sa facial sketch ang umano’y suspeks a pagpatay batay sa mga nakasaksi, kinilala lamang sa tawag na alyas Bayawak ang naturang suspek na umano’y sangkot din sa sindikato ng gun for hire.

Miyerkules ng hapon, isinampa na sa Office of the Provincial Prosecutor sa Batangas City ang kasong murder laban sa suspek samantala ay patuloy ang malalimang imbestigasyon ng SITG MIRALLES para sa ikadarakip ng suspek at ang pagtuklas sa iba pang maaaring may pananagutan sa naturang krimen.|#BALIKAS_News

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