From left: Gerald, dad Randy and brother Ken Gerald Anderson is now an auxiliary officer of the Philippine Coast Guard (PCG) with the rank of lieutenant, thus becoming officially part of the agency’s K9 Special Support Squadron. The actor recently put up a K9 search and rescue unit under his Gerald Anderson Foundation (GAF), but stressed that “ours is not a rescue foundation for abandoned dogs.” Gerald’s team, which also includes his dad Randy, brother Ken and sister Jeanifer as members, assists in the recovery of missing persons through the help of trained dogs, skilled personnel and specialized equipment that can also be used during calamities and other emergencies. His father and brother Ken likewise became auxiliary officers of the PCG in July this year with the ranks of commander and lieutenant, respectively. Gerald’s team has accomplished a lot since it was launched in March. “We currently have five dog teams under training to be ready to respond to any disaster that ... » Learn More about Gerald Anderson now PH Coast Guard auxiliary officer with rank of lieutenant
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Women coaches lead PSC web series fourth episode
The Philippine Sports Commission (PSC) underscores the importance of coaches and trainers in the development of a vibrant Philippine sporting community in the fourth episode of their web series “Rise Up, Shape Up.” PSC-Women in Sports’ Rise Up, Shape Up features two of the country’s top female coaches to share their coaching experience and journey in the program airing today, November 25. PSC Chairman William Ramirez explains that competent and effective coaches and trainers are of equal importance in nurturing the country’s sport community. “We believe that the way to an excellent and competitive sporting pool of talents is through strategic and competent coaches,” Ramirez remarked. He also mentioned the PSC’s direction to intensify coaches’ development through the Philippine Sports Institute (PSI). The certification courses are aimed to uphold a national standard of sports coaching to support the preparation for potential globally competitive national athletes. Commissioner ... » Learn More about Women coaches lead PSC web series fourth episode
The 2nd coming of Carlo Aquino
Aquino (center) with Star Magic talents, from left: Matt Evans, Kitkat, Ejay Falcon, Jane Oineza, Ria Atayde, Hashtag Ryle Santiago and Alex Castro This much is true: Carlo Aquino is good even when some of his films don’t turn out to be as satisfying as his performances. Certainly, it would be foolhardy for his naysayers to throw shade at the seven-time Urian nominee’s skill as an actor, whose accomplishments include award-worthy portrayals in “Bata, Bata, Paano Ka Ginawa?,” “Throwback Today,” “Dyamper,” “Porno” and “Bar Boys.” Ignore the romance-related intrigues thrown his way. After all, they’re par for the course in the life and career of the 33-year-old former child actor, who has lately been enjoying a career resurgence of sorts Carlo Aquino “Gallen” started the actor’s current run as one of mainstream cinema’s most in-demand screen consorts. “Sobrang nakaka-overwhelm,” Carlo said when we met him for this one-on-one interview. “It did start with ‘Gallen,’ followed ... » Learn More about The 2nd coming of Carlo Aquino
Isabelle Daza shows off 33rd week baby bump on her 33rd birthday
Isabelle Daza proudly displayed her growing baby bump at 33 weeks on her 33rd birthday, as she gets closer to welcoming her second child. Daza wore a crisp white dress as she cradled her baby bump and posed barefoot for a photo she shared on Instagram yesterday, March 6. “33 at 33 weeks,” said the actress-model. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Isabelle Daza (@isabelledaza) Daza then received well wishes and birthday greetings from celebrity friends. “Happy Birthday to one of my biggest TROLLS,” celebrity photographer BJ Pascual said, tagging Daza in an Instagram story on March 7. “Hope [you] have a good one! And cant wait to meet bb 2,” fellow It Girl Solenn Heussaff stated in her Instagram story on the same day. Daza also received greetings from Anne Curtis, Elisse Josonn, and Raymond Gutierrez. Daza chose to announce her second pregnancy in a subtle way last Dec. 11. She only said “btw 21 weeks ... » Learn More about Isabelle Daza shows off 33rd week baby bump on her 33rd birthday
Mental health advocate sets up charity to guide community in suicide prevention
SINGAPORE - In her early years of volunteering with families in crisis, mental health advocate Dr Sally Thio encountered a young girl in need of help. Separated from her father and sister, the girl was struggling, trying to cope with her parents' divorce and her upcoming exams. Dr Thio said: "One night she called me and said 'everything is better' and that she wanted to treat me to breakfast the next morning. She seemed so happy when we had that breakfast. "Unfortunately, that was the last time I would see her. The reason she felt better that morning was because she had decided to end her life." The traumatic episode led Dr Thio to devote over 30 years to improving the lives of persons with mental health issues, culminating in her setting up local charity Caring for Life (CFL) in April last year. The charity, which aims to establish a community approach to suicide prevention, was founded by Dr Thio and philanthropists Keith Chua and Hsieh Fu Hua. Since August last year, it ... » Learn More about Mental health advocate sets up charity to guide community in suicide prevention
Professional quotients and competencies for accountants in a world of unprecedented change
How do we define the needed skills, behaviors and attitudes to perform jobs effectively? How do we know if an individual qualifies for the job or not? Some people think formal education matters while others believe training and experience are more important. People also argue that personal characteristics hold the key to adopting effective work behavior. Although all these are important, none seems enough to define the ideal set of behaviors and traits needed for a job. To improve a person’s work skills, a more comprehensive approach to linking individual performance to the business’ objectives calls for the use of a “competency framework.” What is a competency framework? In the accountancy profession, this framework captures what successful and effective practitioners do and deliver across every aspect and specialism of their work. This framework, developed by the Association of Certified Chartered Accountants (ACCA) defines 12 competency areas. Each is designed to ... » Learn More about Professional quotients and competencies for accountants in a world of unprecedented change