Taganito Mining’s balut dream
Agriculturists in Taganito Mining Corp. (TMC) believe that there is a big market for balut in Claver, Surigao del Norte, so they have hatched their dream of balut production as means of livelihood for the communities in this mining area.
“Our main goal is to assist our partner communities and teach them to become producers of balut in the whole of Claver and adjacent towns, with lower prices so people can afford and enjoy balut produced in their own backyards,” says Danding Elizalde, Agriculturist at TMC and the project’s overall coordinator.
A likely recipient of the balut production technology that TMC is developing is the Sapa Integrated Farmers’ Association (SIFAS), one of the people organizations (POs) that TMC supports under the mining company’s Social Development Management Program (SDMP). SIFAS already has a duck farm but they are selling their egg produce until they are able to produce balut to sell.
TMC, a subsidiary of Nickel Asia Corp. (NAC), is always on the lookout for sustainable community projects to develop and to pass on to the residents of the company’s host communities, and the Environmental Department of TMC that takes care of the protection and enhancement of the environment in the mining communities came upon the exciting idea of balut production.
At the moment, TMC is able to hatch 60 ducklings at a time and is getting nearer to the realization of its dream of having an efficient balut production farm.
TMC mine site is located in barangays Hayanggabon, Urbiztondo, Taganito and Cagdianao, in the municipality of Claver, province of Surigao del Norte. Its area of operations is within the Surigao Mineral Reservation.
Cebu Pacific carries over 1.78M vaccine doses
Cebu Pacific has flown over 1.5 million COVID-19 vaccines to now 15 key domestic provinces since March this year, with Cebu and Roxas as new destinations.
This is in line with the airline’s continuous efforts to support our country’s goal to inoculate 58 to 70 million people to achieve herd immunity by the end of 2021.
On June 17, CEB carried a total of 14,040 Pfizer doses to Bacolod and Roxas, and 14,480 Sinovac doses to Tuguegarao the following day.
Yesterday, CEB transported more than 30,400 doses to Cagayan de Oro. Earlier, over 125,000 doses were safely shipped to Cebu, Cotabato, Dumaguete, Legazpi, and Zamboanga.
To date, CEB has flown six million vaccine doses from China, on top of more than 1.78 million doses transported across the Philippines.
SB Finance unveils Car4Cash
Security Bank Corp.’s consumer finance arm SB Finance Corp. (SBF) has launched its newest offering Car4Cash, a car title loan that provides vehicle owners quick access to cash in exchange for their car’s OR/CR (Official Receipt and Certificate of Registration). Borrowers can avail up to P2 million with a competitive low interest rate of only 1.25 percent and flexible payment terms of 12 to 36 months.
A highly successful loan product in Thailand, SBF brings Car4Cash to the Philippines through its joint venture with Bank of Ayudhya (Krungsri). SBF leverages Krungsri’s expertise in risk management and Security Bank Corp.’s knowledge in the local market to introduce an attractive loan offer to Filipinos who need fast cash in their time of need. Car4Cash requires borrowers to submit their OR/CR for safekeeping, while allowing them to keep their vehicles for the duration of the loan term.
Car4Cash offers a simple application process with competitive advantages. Interested applicants simply need to fill out an application form, submit a copy of their OR/CR and wait one to two days for processing, vehicles of up to 10 years of age are accepted.
Jewelry customization online
Dearest, a company that started as a maker of fine, customized engagement and wedding rings among other fine jewelry, has evolved into a jewelrytech company as it is the only jewelry brand that harnesses technology.
Dearest uses an on-demand process that promotes mindful consumption and sustainability. “We are creating an AI Curation tool that will help men find the perfect engagement ring for their partners. In the future, we want to create a similar tool for women and men buying jewelry for themselves so they can create their dream piece,” said Germee Ronirose Abesamis, Dearest founder.
With a remote team, Abesamis designs anywhere, while master artisans in the Philippines and Italy execute the actual products. E-commerce is also a major tool in her trade.
Dearest has a patent-pending status on its digital ring sizer and will be launching a new website soon.
New Frontier Theater as vaccination site
The New Frontier Theater in Araneta City has served as a new COVID-19 vaccination site for Quezon City residents from June 21 to 23.
The Araneta Group, through the arrangements of J. Amado Araneta Foundation, has extended more help to the city government’s inoculation program by offering for free the historic theater as an additional vaccination center.
Araneta City also assigned security personnel, ushers, and medical volunteers to ensure the fast and smooth vaccination implementation. An adequate ventilation system is in place, and stringent health measures are in effect within the theater premises.
Apart from the free jab, vaccinees received other treats in Araneta City. They simply have to show their vaccination card at the Gateway Mall concierge to claim freebies which include face masks and other essentials. Other stores in Araneta City also offer promos and discounts to vaccinated individuals.
MyKuya in San Pablo
Services super app MyKuya has launched its Smart City project in San Pablo, Laguna bringing services such as cleaning, groceries, deliveries, maintenance works, aircon repair, and cleaning now live on the MyKuya app and available for local residents.
Local businesses like restaurants, spas and barbershops are available for job requests.
MyKuya is also working to add emergency government services like ambulances, fire trucks, barangay assistance, vaccination scheduling, and more onto their app. With MyKuya’s help, any local business that wants to expand its reach and sell its services online quickly can do so in a way that’s both easy and efficient. Ultimately, the goal of MyKuya’s work in San Pablo is to allow anyone–even those without a technological background–to slowly enter the world of e-commerce.
Globe-DepEd TAYO Naman!
Dr. Gina A. Alfonso, founder and clinical director of MAGIS Creative Spaces was the resource speaker at Globe and the Department of Education (DepEd)’s TAYO Naman! (Tulong, Alaga, Yakap at Oras para sa mga Tagapagtaguyod ng Edukasyon) webinar Episode 5: Healing from Past Hurts and Traumas.
Alfonso enlightened teachers and non-teaching personnel about trauma – what it is, how one responds to it, how it affects the brain, and different ways to recover from trauma.
During the ensuing panel discussion facilitated by Raffy Berina from EB Magalona National High School, Alfonso mentioned that trauma could also affect one’s cognitive ability.
TAYO Naman! is an online Mental Health and Psychosocial Support program designed to help teachers, non-teaching personnel, and parents learn about self-care, wellness, and resiliency.
The webinars are held every Friday until August 20 from 8:30 to 10:00 am and streamed live on DepED Philippines, Deped DRRMS, and Globe Bridgecom.
Dairy Queen’s latest
Dairy Queen has rolled out its latest monthly offering–three Blizzards, one Parfait, two Blizzard Cakes, and one Tin Cake–with the Dairy Queen Almond Blizzard of the Month Fest
This month’s three new almond-infused Blizzards are: the Choco Almond Cluster Blizzard; the Almond Affogato Blizzard, and the Almond Berry Blizzard.
Dairy Queen is also offering the Choco Almond Parfait and the new Almond Cake, available in 6- inch and 8- inch cakes.
CITEM holds digital conference
The Center for International Trade Expositions and Missions (CITEM) opens Creative Futures, the agency’s flagship event for CREATE Philippines, with sessions centered on creative governance.
Presented in a digital conference format, Creative Futures aims to gather creatives across sectors and to spotlight pathways for the future of the country’s creative economy. The flagship event coincides with the celebration of World Industrial Design Day (WIDD), marked on June 29 of every year.
Epson sustainable products
Epson has launched useful, cost-efficient, and sustainable products for productivity and efficient work processes.
The Epson EcoTank L15160 is ideal for business quality A3 printing with a fast print speed of 25ipm for both colour and mono.
Epson’s WorkForce ES-60W is small, compact, and lightweight with an easy-to-use and intuitive scanning process.
EpiqVision EF-12 can be moved from room to room or any work setup without the need for a TV or screen while still offering that big screen experience in a portable design.
The EpiqVision Mini EF-12 Laser Projection TV is equipped to handle group calls, online meetings, and conferences without needing extra software.
