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FBM Foundation brings hope and joy to Aeta Community in Porac, Pampanga
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On a mission to spread hope, support, and smiles, the FBM Foundation marked a significant milestone in the past Saturday by turning its focus to the Villa Maria Aeta Resettlement Area in Porac, Pampanga. The Foundation organized the fifth action of its impactful “Bayanihan Para sa Kababayan” program in a heartwarming initiative dedicated to uplifting the local indigenous community with food, necessity kits and educational supplies.
The FBM Foundation, renowned for its humanitarian work, ventured into the heart of Villa Maria, Porac, to assist the Aeta community. Guided by Barangay’s Captain, Rogelio Valencia Jr., a passionate team of 20 FBM volunteers took upon an ambitious plan which included the distribution of 400 food packs, thoughtfully curated to include essential items such as rice, canned goods, noodles, and non-perishable goods.
A Feast of Support and Necessities
In a testament to their dedication, the FBM Foundation organized a heartwarming feeding program for the local indigenous community. This effort not only sought to nourish their bodies but also their spirits, as it was a true symbol of unity and care.
In addition to the food provisions, the Foundation went a step further by distributing an extra 400 packs containing necessity kits, proving that their care extends beyond immediate needs.
Nurturing Young Minds and Spaces
Understanding the value of education and child development, the FBM Foundation also extended its support to the local daycare center, catering to the growth of up to 40 children. The Foundation equipped the space with art materials, educational toys, an electric fan, a speaker, and a brand-new set of tables and chairs.
This comprehensive support aims to create a conducive and comfortable learning environment, fostering the growth of young minds and nurturing their instructors. In a touching gesture, the volunteers ensured the children had snacks, including biscuits and boxes of juice, further solidifying the sense of community and care.
A Legacy of Compassion and Community Building
In the spirit of ‘Bayanihan Para sa Kababayan’, the FBM Foundation’s mission in Porac, Pampanga, stands as a testament to their unwavering dedication to uplifting communities and spreading joy.
The FBM Foundation’s unyielding dedication, exemplified by these initiatives, reflects the organization’s passion and commitment. Their mission goes beyond mere charity; it sets a remarkable example of kindness that helps build a more welcoming, nurturing, and supportive community, not just for the Aeta community but for all the Champions of FBM Foundation.
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PAGCOR BRAVES FLOODS TO HELP DISASTER-HIT COMMUNITIES
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At the height of the downpour and massive flooding in Metro Manila and nearby provinces Wednesday, volunteer teams from the Philippine Amusement and Gaming Corporation (PAGCOR) started bringing relief packs to affected communities.
Classes and government work were suspended on Wednesday and Thursday due to the widespread flooding, but PAGCOR volunteers went into action nevertheless.
“Even at the height of the flooding, and even before the President ordered government agencies to provide assistance to affected communities, PAGCOR employees already went to action to help those in need,” PAGCOR Chairman and CEO Alejandro H. Tengco said.
The PAGCOR chief said that since July 24, the agency has delivered more than 21,000 food and non-food relief packs for thousands of affected families.
“After the heavy rains subsided and it was safe to do so, we started bringing immediate aid to flooded communities in Caloocan City on Wednesday, followed by relief operations in Valenzuela, Malabon and Malolos, Bulacan the next day,” he said.
Mr. Tengco added that PAGCOR was scheduled to distribute relief goods to the cities of Marikina and Navotas on Friday as well as to affected towns in Bulacan like Calumpit and Bulakan which were all submerged in floodwater.
“It has been second nature to PAGCOR to immediately respond to the needs of affected communities in times of disasters,” he said.
“We understand that while it is part of our mandate to contribute to nation-building, it is also our moral obligation to help ease the plight of Filipinos in times when they need help the most,” the PAGCOR chief added.
He said PAGCOR’s relief operations are ongoing, with more employees volunteering to help repack relief goods Saturday and Sunday in the agency’s warehouse in Imus, Cavite to support distribution efforts in the coming days in Bataan, Batangas and Cavite.
Asia
AGTech Wins Lottery Terminal Supply Tenders for Shaanxi, Zhejiang and Jiangsu Provinces
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Lottery and integrated technology and services company AGTech Holdings Limited (AGTech) has announced that one of its wholly-owned subsidiaries has successfully won procurement tenders to supply lottery terminals to Sports Lottery Administration Centres in Shaanxi province, Zhejiang province and Jiangsu province of the People’s Republic of China.
AGTech already has previous success in the China market, having won a bid in 2018 for supplying its new dual, touchscreen lottery terminals to the Chinese provinces of Guizhou, Shanghai and Hebei.
Even before this, AGTech introduced new instant win games, launched in partnership with Chinese logistics firm SF Holdings across Shenzen, Nanchang, Changsha and Nanjing.
Asia
Philippine President Marcos Announces Ban on POGOs
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Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jr has banned the establishment of any new Philippine Offshore Gaming Operators (POGOs), also known as Internet Gaming Licensees (IGLs), with immediate effect. Existing POGO operators will have until the end of the year to wind down their operations.
The verdict, not entirely unexpected, was delivered during his State of the Nation Address in Manila on Monday following widespread pressure from a Senate investigation into illegal POGO-linked activities.
“Effective today, all POGOs are banned. I hereby instruct [gaming regulator] PAGCOR to wind down and cease the operations of POGOs by the end of the year,” Marcos said in his SONA.
The decision to shut down POGOs follows a series of recent raids on illegal POGO compounds in Pampanga and Tarlac amid allegations they had been engaging in human trafficking and scam activities.
A full ban, proposed by multiple senators, had also gained the support of the Department of Finance (DOF) and the National Economic and Development Authority.
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