MANILA, Philippines — So far 47 of the 51 party-lists that won a seat in Congress have received Certifications of Proclamation from the Commission on Elections. Here are the winning party-lists and their representatives. Bayan Muna Sectors: Multi-sectoral (workers, peasants, fisherfolk, indigenous peoples, urban poor) Advocacy: Establish a democratic, nationalist and popular government by empowerment, representation and participation. Assert national sovereignty and independence and protect national patrimony. Promote a sustainable socio-economic and self-reliant development. Uphold and protect human rights. Number of seats won: 3 Representatives: Carlos Isagani Zarate Member for the Majority of the House Special Committee on Peace, Reconciliation and Unity Davao-based human rights lawyer prior to becoming a lawmaker Co-author of People’s Mining Bill in 2013 In the running for next House speaker in the 18th Congress 9th poorest House lawmaker in … [Read more...] about Who’s who: Winning party-lists and their representatives
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SPECIAL REPORT: A work life anchored in Dhamma
DECHA Siriphat, now in his 70s, could have had a good time taking a rest from his work, climbing up to the treehouse at his Khao Khwan Foundation in Suphan Buri, listening to Mozart’s Godspell melodies or reading good books including Dhamma as he had always done. Instead, the 71-year-old long-time sustainable agriculture advocate turned newly-endorsed traditional medicine practitioner, has taken on a new challenge to overcome: campaigning for a new round of legal amendments to the already newly amended Narcotics Law in order to free marijuana from any obstacles preventing its use for medical purposes. So, instead of reading Dhamma and listening to Mozart in his treehouse, the advocate is busy discussing plans with his colleagues and supporters, who will in the next few days launch the country’s first long-distance Cannabis Walk Thailand to raise public awareness on marijuana and surrounding issues. “If people looked at me from the lens of advocacy and were … [Read more...] about SPECIAL REPORT: A work life anchored in Dhamma
Keto diet in Singapore: How to go low carb, high fat on a budget
The very idea of a low carb high fat (LCHF) diet, often called the keto diet, is the stuff of most Singaporeans' nightmares. If you ever let slip that you're on this diet, best be prepared for critiques like, "How to lose weight when it's HIGH fat?" and "You need carbs to live!" But dealing with concern-trolling family members/colleagues is only the second hardest thing about doing the keto diet in Singapore. The number one hardest thing is going LCHF on a budget. Try swapping your $3 char kway teow for $15 protein bowls at that trendy CBD salad place for a month, and you'll be feeling lean in more ways than one. Obligatory disclaimer: Obviously, MoneySmart isn't a fitness or medical advice website. I'm not going to extol the virtues of the diet, nor will I disparage it. Whatever your reasons are for wanting to go on a LCHF diet, here's how you can do it without going broke. WHAT IS A LCHF/KETO DIET? AND WHAT'S THE POINT? A low carb high fat diet is one that restricts the amount of … [Read more...] about Keto diet in Singapore: How to go low carb, high fat on a budget
SPECIAL REPORT: Medical marijuana’s LONG ROAD BACK
The newly amended narcotics law and associated organic regulations have complicated procedures, say Decha and community-rights advocates. They believe the law should be further amended to “truly free” medical cannabis, which remains classified as a narcotic, so it can be used unconditionally. The National Legislative Assembly (NLA) approved changes to the 1979 narcotics law that came into effect on February 19. Use of marijuana for medical purposes became legal under conditions set out in the law itself and in new regulations issued by the Public Health Ministry. The law includes a 90-day amnesty period for anyone in prior possession of marijuana for medical purposes or research. Research institutes, practitioners of both modern and traditional medicine and individuals using cannabis as a curative or for pain relief need to report the fact to the ministry to avoid penalty. “The law is well-intentioned in spirit, allowing the use of marijuana for … [Read more...] about SPECIAL REPORT: Medical marijuana’s LONG ROAD BACK