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Tuesday, January 16, 2018

President Duterte, DOTr To Inaugurate New Air Traffic Management System



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In a move to make the air traffic and navigation of the country at par with international standards, the Department of Transportation (DOTr), through the Civil Aviation Authority of the Philippines (CAAP), is set to inaugurate today the new communications, navigation, surveillance/air traffic management (CNS/ATM) systems.

The inauguration will be led by no less than President Rodrigo Roa Duterte, and will be joined by DOTr Secretary Arthur Tugade, along with several high ranking government and transportation officials at the Philippine Air Traffic Management Center, CAAP Compound, NAIA Road, Pasay City.

Representatives from the Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA) are also expected to grace the event.

CNS/ATM is a state-of-the art computer and satellite-based air traffic management technology, which is similar to that being used by Australia, Taiwan, and other European countries. With the use of CNS/ATM systems, air travel is expected to be more definite, aircraft identification to be more established, and safety of security of passengers are guaranteed.

Apart from these, the system also brings with it better air traffic flow and space management, which optimizes airport capacity and efficient use of airspace that will in turn minimize delays by helping aircraft operators meet their departure and arrival schedules.

In short, the CNS/ATM technology enhances safety, reliability, and efficiency of air traffic service in the Philippine airspace.

The CNS/ATM project started in 2009 but due to delay in construction and other challenges, it did not hit its target completion in 2016. Upon the assumption of Secretary Tugade, there were only three (3) radars --- in NAIA, Clark, and Tagaytay, which cover only 30% of the Philippine airspace. So immediately ordered CAAP to fast-track the project.

Under the leadership of Secretary Tugade, 10 additional radars have been installed. This means that the country has now a total of 13 radars, and one satellite radar, that will enable the air sector to cover 100% of the entire Philippine airspace.

SEC Orders Closure of Rappler



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The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has ordered the closure of Rappler, citing "constitutional restrictions on ownership and control of mass media entities because of funds coming from Omidyar Network, a fund created by eBay founder and entrepreneur Pierre Omidyar."

According to Maria Ressa, founder and CEO of Rappler, there is no truth that Rappler has foreign owners.

"We will continue bringing you the news, holding the powerful to account for their actions and decisions, calling attention to government lapses that further disempower the disadvantaged. We will hold the line."

If the recent accussation against Rappler is not true, then does this mean this online publication is making certain people worried? Too worried that they'll do everything to shut it down? Is Rappler influential enough to bring down certain people?

A netizen commented "If SEC insists on the PDR issue then ABS-CBN, TV5, GMA7, etc., should not be far behind. Media ownership should be 100% Filipino, according to the implementing rules. PDRs issued to non-Filipinos is gross violation of the investment act."

Minus the technicalities and legalities, "When foreign investors could easily dictate and influence decisions in a company, isn't that sort of ownership too?"

I'm sure many would say Rappler is being scrutinized because it is one of the critics of the Duterte administration. Many would cry "press freedom" is being attacked, and would reason out that there's just too many violators out there but how come only Rappler is being singled out.

Regardless of the accussations, we also need to know if it is true or not. We are interested to find out if Rappler does indeed have foreign owners disguised as investors but have a deciding power and authority over the online publication.

Rappler is no longer a "startup" as others would perceive as we all know it's bigger than many other publications.

I'm sure we will be opening a can of worms if we go deep to the "arrangements" of Rappler with their "investors", both foreign and local. I do hope it serves a learning opportunity for all of us.

But even if the government is truly making it difficult for Rappler because of political reasons, the legal option is still lawful. So it will now be between the lawyers of both parties to battle it out in court. Needless to say, they both have the "funds" to fight for their rights.

If Rappler wins in this battle, it would surely rise triumphantly when it returns because of the publicity. In my case, I don't even read it because of its seemingly biased and controversially-titled click-bait articles. But almost everyone is guilty of that crime anyway.

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Monday, January 15, 2018

You Won’t Believe These Incredibly Easy Ways to Make Money While Travelling



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We all want to escape the gruelling 9-5 grind and explore the world. Imagine how perfect it would be waking up in the middle of a beautiful city, watching the world go by while immersing yourself in new cultures and around new people.

Sounds perfect doesn’t it but surely money is always an issue? Thanks to modern day technology, this is no longer the case. To get you started, here are some mind-blowing ways to make money while you travel.


Become a Freelancer

This is a rather broad term, but it’s one of the best ways currently to earn money while you travel. Using websites like Upwork or People Per Hour, you can easily find work in all kinds of industries for businesses and individuals around the world.


Work in Hospitality

One of the most common roles you can apply for abroad is working in hospitality, meaning bars, restaurants and cafes. It definitely pays if you’ve done something like this before, but if you can secure a job or an interview, at least you’ve got some solid hours under your belt.


Become an Editor

If you’ve got a keen eye for detail, this could be the job for you. There are millions and millions of blogs out there online, each one in need of someone to go through and check the accuracy of the content before uploading it. Why not you?

“Editing is such an important part of the content creation process for most businesses, yet all you need is a laptop, focus and the ability to spot errors,” shares John Banks, an editor at Top Canadian Writers.


Become a Fruit Picker

What sounds better than spending your days in a field in the glorious sunshine with strangers who are quickly becoming your best friends? Fruit picking jobs have always been a popular pastime and money earner for travellers, and the same can be said today.

Simply search online for vacancies in the country that you’re visiting, and you’re sure to find a paying position.


Become an Academic Writer

Many people love to take a year out just after they have finished a form of education and moving onto the next step. Why not use your educational experience to profit while you travel? There are many services out there, some of which are featured in this post by the HuffingtonPost article, which handle writing essays for students around the world, something you can do if you’ve specialised in a subject.


Become a Tutor

There are so many students out there that would pay good money to get taught by someone who can help them pass their courses and achieve their grades. If you’ve specialised in a certain subject or simply have a talent for one, why not become a tutor on sites like Best British Essays or Best Australian Writers.


Work in a Hostel

More and more hostels and warming to the idea of work-away for people who are travelling, but you’ll need to shop around. While some hostels will let people work there in return for free accommodation and food, some will pay, especially if you plan on staying long term

Author Bio:


Jennifer Scott works as online editor at Revieweal (https://revieweal.com/). Also Jennifer is a business developer that works in different areas of education, technology and various types of online marketing and online education. Prior to business developing she was consultant at Deloitte, and managed security services provider and developer of a wide range of marketing, finance, education and security solutions.
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