America Eyes Philippines Role In New Clark City Economic Security Zone

With New Clark City in the Philippine province of Tarlac chosen as the site for an industrial hub focused on artificial intelligence (AI) under Pax Silica, a planned economic security zone within the said city is being positioned as the United States of America aims to combine predictability and security with the manufacturing speed and scale of Asia, according to a news report by GMA News.

It should be noted that the economy of the Philippines has been slowing down and this new development could be the key to reinvigorating economic growth and attracting more investments from the United States.

To put things in perspective, posted below is the excerpt from the GMA News report. Some parts in boldface…

A planned “economic security zone” in New Clark City is being positioned as part of broader efforts by the United States to build more reliable supply chains for emerging technologies, including artificial intelligence.

During a visit to the Philippines, US Under Secretary for Economic Affairs Jacob Helberg said the proposed zone aims to combine “predictability and certainty” with Asia’s manufacturing speed and scale, as global firms reassess supply chain risks.

“This is the site of a planned Economic Security Zone to fuse together the predictability and certainty of American law to the speed and scale of Asia,” Helberg said in prepared remarks delivered in New Clark City.

The initiative comes as US firms seek to reduce dependence on highly concentrated supply chains, particularly for critical components used in artificial intelligence and advanced manufacturing.

Helberg said that while semiconductor chips often dominate discussions, the broader AI supply chain relies on a wide range of inputs—from rare earth elements and metals to motors, packaging, and testing systems.

“For each of those parts, our position today is unacceptably overconcentrated,” he said, warning that disruptions, from export restrictions to sudden regulatory changes—have already caused production delays and uncertainty for companies.

He added that when a large share of critical inputs comes from a single source, “you do not have a supply chain,” but rather a vulnerable system exposed to external shocks.

The planned economic security zone is part of efforts under what he described as the US government’s push to treat economic security as a strategic priority, particularly as demand surges alongside the rapid development of artificial intelligence technologies.

Helberg also highlighted the Philippines’ role as a long-standing US partner in the region, calling the project a “partnership of a kind that has not been tried before.”

Let me end this piece by asking you readers: What is your reaction to this development? Do you think this latest initiative will help the Philippines attract investors from the United States? Do you think this will help the Philippines reduce its dependence on Chinese investment when it comes to long-term, major economic developments within the country?

You may answer in the comments below. If you prefer to answer privately, you may do so by sending me a direct message online.

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Four Suspects Arrested In Parañaque City For Cable Theft And Illegal Tapping

Recently in the City of Parañaque, local police officers apprehended four suspects for the theft of communication cables and illegal tapping, according to a Manila Bulletin news report.  

To put things in perspective, posted below is an excerpt from the news report of the Manila Bulletin. Some parts in boldface…

Police arrested four men allegedly involved in illegal tapping and theft of communication cables during an early morning police operation in Parañaque City on Friday, May 16.

The suspects were identified only as Rommel, 28; John Zedrick, 18; John Rose, 27; and Rodel, 32.

Personnel of Parañaque City Police Substation 5 were conducting routine patrol operations at around 4 a.m. along Dr. Arcadio Santos Avenue in BF Homes when they spotted three men opening a Philippine Long Distance Telephone (PLDT) manhole.

Police said one of the suspects entered the manhole and later emerged carrying copper cables, while the other two acted as lookouts.

Upon noticing the approaching policemen, the suspects fled aboard an aluminum van. A brief chase followed, leading to the arrest of three suspects in the Bicutan area.

Authorities said a fourth suspect later appeared at the police substation and claimed ownership of the getaway vehicle. He was positively identified by police officers as the group’s alleged backup driver and was also placed under arrest.

Recovered from the suspects were two pieces of PLDT copper cable, a bolt cutter, a chain, a steel bar, a metal saw, four improvised steel hooks, and various construction gear allegedly used as disguises during the operation. Police also impounded a white Foton Tornado van believed to have been used in the crime.

Let me end this post by asking you readers: What do you think about this recent development? If you are a resident of Parañaque, who do you think is the mastermind behind the illegal tapping and the theft of cables? Do you think Parañaque will be a hot spot for cable thieves?

You may answer in the comments below. If you prefer to answer privately, you may do so by sending me a direct message online.

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Oh, ein ausfall!

Es sieht so aus, als wären heute vormittag sämtliche websites bei wordpress.com ausgefallen, und ich weiß nicht, wann das aufhört. Teile des administrazjons-bäckends funkzjonierten noch. Statt eines hinweises auf die technischen probleme bei wordpress.com gab es den folgenden launigen reklamehinweis auf der startseite:

Das ist ganz genau mein humor während einer vollständigen unerreichbarkeit für den größten teil der leserys. 😁️

Der zugriff über TOR ist weiterhin problemlos möglich. Wenn dieser text erscheint, habe ich ihn über TOR gepostet. Es handelt sich nicht um ein DNS-problem, sondern das routing funkzjoniert nicht. Da hilft es also nicht, einen anderen DNS-sörver einzustellen. Die IP zur domäjhn wird korrekt aufgelöst. TOR verwendet eine andere form des routings, und das hilft.

Ob es sich hier um eine zensurmaßnahme oder um altmodisches technisches versagen nach einem konfigurazjonsfuckup handelt, weiß ich noch nicht genau. Einige aufrufe von traceroute zeigen mir, dass das routing unmittelbar nach dem IP-bereich von vodafone beim großen US-amerikanischen netzwerkdienstleister lumen endet. Ich mag hier jetzt nicht ganz viel kommandozeilenkram reinkopieren, wer daran interessiert ist, weiß sicherlich selbst, wie man das herausbekommt.

Will Donald Trump jetzt etwa zölle für datenpakete?

Nachtrag 13:55 uhr: inzwischen geht es wieder, wenn auch mit einer gewissen behäbigkeit…

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What To Watch On YouTube Right Now – Part 138

Welcome back my readers, YouTube viewers and all others who followed this series of articles focused on YouTube videos worth watching.

Have you been searching for something fun or interesting to watch on YouTube? Do you feel bored right now and you crave for something to see on the world’s most popular online video destination?

I recommend you check out the following videos I found.

#1 How To Get The Strongest And Most Optimized Spaceship Crew In Starfield – This year, Bethesda launched several important updates to make their 2023 science fiction role-playing game Starfield better and they also offered new DLC for those who crave for new content. One of the more defining aspects of the game is space travel and this includes setting up your own crew for your spaceship and there is impact on its functions and capabilities. If you want to learn how to get the stronger and most optimized crew for your ship, I encourage you watch the video below.

https://youtu.be/vy8iOx7eqVU?si=gn7W1mZxTOQ4SSrd

#2 Mari Iijima And The Defining Song of Macross: Do You Remember Love? – I really love watching the 1984 anime feature film Macross: Do You Remember Love? Apart from the great animation, the spectacle, the memorable characters and the solid storytelling, the movie also has a great soundtrack made to delight the long-time Macross fans. Still, the movie has its very own song performed by none other than Mari Iijima (Minmay) and it is a classic among Macross fans. In the videos below, you will see Mari Iijima perform the song live in a 1980s TV broadcast and the song playing with selected footage of Macross: Do You Remember Love? Enjoy these!

https://youtu.be/OfuW_Wbt73c?si=Q1DE8eJxo4Zk90pc

https://youtu.be/uJBMYV9e1Nc?si=veDGYU4r7s0flQ_H

#3 The Tuna City In Japan Is Changing With Tourism In Mind – If you plan to visit Japan at all, you might want to discover Miura City located in Kanagawa Prefecture. Miura City is famous for its fresh tuna and in recent times there has been a series of changes as several room-only hotels and new trends have sprouted as the locality is finding new ways to turn visitors into overnight guests. This is a place I would like to visit someday if ever I get the opportunity to return to Japan. Watch and learn from the Nippon TV video below.

https://youtu.be/fUPP30fYH78?si=MrC6Dml3IRVe7fcV

#4 Women’s Rights Activist Marries Islamist And Things Went Wrong – Did you notice that there is a gradual rising number of feminists and women’s rights activists who not embrace Islam (wicked and ugly) but also marry Islamists believing that things will be alright and they can just continue their activism. Of course, many of them activists and feminists do not fully understand Islam nor the full content of the Quran. As such, when things go very wrong, they are get into deep trouble. Watch and learn from the video below.

https://youtu.be/bx3YvoyP6cw?si=omxqhyR8CQfpfhYK

#5 Islamists Violate Hindu Women In India And Get Arrested – Let’s be very clear here. Islamists are oriented to conquer others even though they may not be numerous within a locality. Believe it or not, a group of such people who wielded power inside a business violated the Hindu women (plus at least one male employee) with regards to cultural norms and doing things that go against their faith. Even forced religious conversion happened. Watch and learn from the video below.

https://youtu.be/9xjFS-3Vuws?si=xuDIivIonrp9tQux

#6 Meatballs Reaction And Retrospective – When it comes to cinematic comedy, Bill Murray is iconic and his early work in 1979’s Meatballs already involved the late Harold Ramis and the late director Ivan Reitman. That said, there is something about Meatballs – produced for less than $2 million – that helped it achieve tremendous commercial success with ticket sales of $70 million. Remember, three of the creative minds behind the classic Ghostbusters are involved in this old movie and you will see how You, Me and The Movies react to it in the video below. Be aware that as of this writing, there are not too many movie reaction videos about Meatballs on YouTube. Also posted below is an in-depth retrospective about Meatballs by GoodBadFlicks.

https://youtu.be/nhR9xUCvpAI?si=Zh6gjAX0SdIrtSfT

https://youtu.be/D0BS-K3K_vE?si=HtyR_VThLUKv0Wj6

#7 Ashleigh Burton Reacts To The Thin Man – Have you ever heard of The Thin Man? It’s not a UFO reference. It’s the 1934 American pre-Code comedy-mystery movie that was eventually named to the United States National Film Registry by the Library of Congress having been deemed “culturally, historically, or aesthetically significant” in 1997. Apart from its reputation in American film history, The Thin Man also resulted in five sequels. If you want to discover the 1934 movie but you don’t have the time nor resources to watch the movie, watch Ashleigh Burton’s reaction video and see how it impacts her.

https://youtu.be/IJRQXuw–20?si=mSYY7_Eb4EK6reBY

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Filinvest Development Corporation’s Net Income Reaches P3.9 Billion In 1st Quarter Of 2026

As there are lots of signs of a weakening Philippine economy connected with higher fuel prices and accelerating inflation, Filinvest Development Corporation (FDC) achieved growth in the first quarter this year with its net income reaching P3.9 billion, according to a news report by the Manila Bulletin.

To put things in perspective, posted below is an excerpt from the Manila Bulletin report. Some parts in boldface…

Filinvest Development Corp., the holding company of the Gotianun family, reported an eight percent increase in attributable net income to ₱3.9 billion for the first quarter, as robust performances in its banking and real estate divisions mitigated the sharp downturn in its power business.

The firm reported to the Philippine Stock Exchange that its consolidated net income grew by seven percent to ₱4.8 billion from ₱4.5 billion in the first quarter of 2025.

Total revenues and other income for the first quarter of 2026 rose by five percent versus the same period in 2025 to ₱30.8 billion.

The increases in revenues and other income by business segment were: Banking, 12 percent to ₱15.6 billion; Real estate, 16 percent to ₱7.9 billion; and Hospitality, 0.8 percent to ₱1.2 billion. Power declined by 28 percent to ₱3.6 billion.

“Business results were mixed: Real Estate and Hospitality showed resilience against macroeconomic pressure while for others, profits were flat or experienced decreases versus a year ago,” said FDC President and CEO Rhoda A. Huang.

She noted that, “We are facing the challenges with resolve to achieve revenue and profit growth in 2026, despite increasing inflation and weakening GDP growth, through astute strategies and persistence of our organization.”

Banking unit EastWest Bank’s (EW) top-line growth was driven by increased loan volumes and effective management of funding costs, resulting in a 20 percent rise in net interest income (NII) to ₱11.1 billion.

Non-interest income was affected by trading performance amid volatile market conditions, but this was partially offset by an eight percent growth in fee-based income.

FDC’s Real Estate business, composed of Filinvest Land, Inc. (FLI), Filinvest Alabang, Inc. (FAI), and Filinvest REIT Corp. (FILRT), recorded a 16 percent revenue increase to ₱7.9 billion due to stronger residential and commercial lot sales.

Residential sales increased by 28 percent, driven by sustained sales of ready-for-occupancy units and a higher percentage of completion for various residential projects. Mall and rental revenues remained steady with slight gains in occupancy and foot traffic.

The Power subsidiary, FDC Utilities, Inc. (FDCUI), reported total revenues and other income of ₱3.6 billion for the first quarter of 2025 due to a notable decrease in spot market sales and lower coal cost passthrough rates. This was mitigated by reduced costs resulting from lower sales volume.

Revenues from hotel operations under Filinvest Hospitality Corporation (FHC) remained consistent with the previous year’s level, supported by higher average room rates and enhanced contributions from the Food and Beverage (F&B) segment across its portfolio.

The Banking segment was the largest contributor to revenue and other income for the first quarter of 2026, representing 51 percent of the conglomerate’s total.

Real Estate and Power followed with contributions of 26 percent and 12 percent, respectively. The Hospitality segment accounted for four percent of revenues, while the remainder was attributed to other business units.

Let me end this post by asking you readers: What is your reaction to this recent development? Considering the current state of the economy of the Philippines today, how do you think Filinvest Development Corporation will be able to perform financially in this current quarter and the next quarter?

You may answer in the comments below. If you prefer to answer privately, you may do so by sending me a direct message online.

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Malaysia Is The Most-Visited Southeast Asian Country In 1st Quarter Of 2026

When it comes to attracting foreign tourists in the first quarter of this year, Malaysia is number one with 10.6 million tourists attracted and that is more than a million ahead of 2nd placer Thailand, according to a news report by VnExpress. It is recalled that Malaysia counted 42.2 million international visitor arrivals in 2025, and it will host the Southeast Asian Games (SEA Games) in 2027.

To put things in perspective, posted below is an excerpt from the news report of VnExpress. Some parts in boldface…

Malaysia welcomed 10.6 million tourists in the first quarter of this year, up 5% year-on-year, reinforcing its position as the most visited country in Southeast Asia.

Tourism, Arts and Culture Minister Tiong King Sing said arrivals continue to grow despite the ongoing conflict in the Middle East, according to Malay Mail.

“Although there is a dip in tourists from the Middle East, there is a slight increase in the number of tourists coming from Asian and European countries,” he said.

Thailand, traditionally the region’s favorite, ranked second after receiving 9.3 million arrivals between January and March, a slight year-on-year decrease of 2.3%, Bangkok Post reported.

Vietnam welcomed 6.76 million foreign tourists in the first quarter of 2026, marking the highest quarterly figure ever recorded and a year-on-year increase of 12%, according to the General Statistics Office.

Malaysia has emerged as one of Southeast Asia’s tourism bright spots in recent years, supported by flexible visa policies and infrastructure improvements.

Let me end this piece by asking you readers: What is your reaction to this development? Do you think Malaysia will be able to attract 47 million foreign tourists by the end of 2026? If you have visited Malaysia before, what do you think makes it very attractive to foreigners?

You may answer in the comments below. If you prefer to answer privately, you may do so by sending me a direct message online.

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Pickup Coffee Targets Around 800 Stores By The End Of 2026

Pickup Coffee, the popular homegrown coffee chain, is aiming to have around eight hundred stores by the end of 2026, according to a news article by the Philippine News Agency (PNA). Pickup Coffee first opened in 2022 and it now has roughly five hundred branches. It continues to attract customers who love coffee.

To put things in perspective, posted below is an excerpt from the PNA news article. Some parts in boldface…

Banking on Filipinos’ love for coffee along with more affordable offerings, an official of grab-and-go coffee chain Pickup Coffee expressed confidence for continued expansion amidst the current economic challenges.

To date, the brand has around 500 coffee kiosks around the country, mostly in Metro Manila, and about a hundred stores in Mexico City.

The goal is to have around 800 stores by end-2026, Diego Lorenzo, Pickup Coffee chief executive officer and cofounder said in an interview Tuesday night.

The company is now open to franchising, with an initial investment of PHP2 million for the coffee truck’s stock, equipment and construction.

Lorenzo said they plan to open as many as 200 more company-owned stores nationwide this year, with the focus on Northern Luzon, Visayas and Mindanao.

He said they cater to people from all walks of life, from those who can afford high-end brands but are open to cheaper options with quality offerings, to those in the C and D levels.

“The more accessible you are, the faster you will grow,” he said.

The brand has received capital from venture capitalists and Lorenzo said this is a sign of the brand’s potential to post stronger growth going forward.

Rami Chahwan, president of Pickup Coffee, said franchising will complement the existing branches, citing lessons learned over the last 48 months.

He said they have piloted 10 franchise stores over the last three months to ensure they can efficiently cater to more units once this bid is in full bloom.

Let me end this post by asking you readers: What is your reaction to this recent development? Do you think the quality of drinks and services of Pickup Coffee will be well maintained as the franchising of their business happens? Do you think Pickup Coffee will be able to grow even as the economy of the Philippines slows down? Do you think only a recession would stop Pickup Coffee’s growth? If you consumed coffee from Pickup Coffee, what can you say about the taste and quality of what was served to you?

You may answer in the comments below. If you prefer to answer privately, you may do so by sending me a direct message online.

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How to Use Pingbacks on WordPress to Grow Your Blog (Step-by-Step Guide)

Have you ever seen someone ask how to leave a pingback to the very post they’re commenting on, only to discover the blog host has no idea either? That happened recently, and it made me realise it’s time for an updated, easy-to-follow guide on what pingbacks are and how to create them.

What are pingbacks?

A pingback is an automatic notification that lets another blogger know you’ve linked to a post or page on their site. When it works as expected, it quietly builds connections between related posts across different blogs or websites. You may also hear people call them trackbacks.

If the other blogger has a pingback-enabled website or blog, then they can see a notification that you have linked to their article. They can then choose to allow your link to appear in the comments section of their blog post.

This may drive traffic to your blog when readers click on the pingback notification link.

Pingbacks work especially well on ongoing blog challenges and link-ups (for example, weekly photo or writing prompts) where hosts invite participants to link back to the main challenge post.

In the walkthrough below, I’ll show you how to create a pingback in the WordPress.com editor, step by step.

Let’s get started.

In the screenshots below, I’ve highlighted key points and am creating a pingback to my recent blog post, ‘Taking Stock: 26 Little Snapshots of My Life and the Blogging World.’

• Highlight the word or words you’ve picked for the pingback link. I’ve chosen the blog post title.
• Click the pingback link that appears in the toolbar (it looks like a paperclip).
• In the URL box that appears, start typing the post title of the post you’re linking to and select it. If it’s the post of another blogger, copy and paste the URL address of their post.
• If you want the post you are linking to to open in a new tab, click the pencil icon and tick the ‘Open in a new tab’ box.

• Your pingback has been created and will be highlighted in your post.

Ticking the ‘open in new tab’ option means that when readers click the pingback link, the linked post will open in a new tab or window. That way, they don’t lose your post and can easily come back to finish reading or leave a comment.

If you don’t select the “open in new tab” option, some readers may not find their way back to your post, which can mean missed comments, likes, and conversations.

Tip: You can also highlight the pingback by making the text bold. To do this, highlight the text and click ‘B‘ (the bold button in the toolbar).

• Before publishing your post, preview it first and make sure the pingback works. Does it go to the right location? If not, delete the URL and insert the correct one.

• Once you are happy that your pingback is working, publish the post.

Pingbacks should always point to posts or pages that are genuinely relevant to the topic you’re writing about, or where you’ve been specifically invited to link. However, some bloggers will link back to a blogger’s About’ page if they’re only mentioning the blogger by name.

Never create a pingback to a post that has no real connection with your content, as that’s how pingbacks end up looking like spam. Most bloggers block uninvited links.

Should I ask first before creating a pingback to another blogger’s post?

It’s always courteous to ask first, but in general, you’re fine to create a pingback if the blogger has enabled them. If you know the blogger well or they’ve invited links to a specific post (for example, for a challenge), there’s usually no need to ask. If it’s your first time linking to them, a quick message to say you’re mentioning their post is a friendly touch.

However, there’s no guarantee that your pingback requests will be approved. I receive pingback approval requests every day, and I won’t approve any that seem spammy or are completely unrelated to the post they’re trying to link to.

Are there any advantages to having pingbacks on your blog posts?

Yes. Used thoughtfully, pingbacks can be a powerful part of your blogging toolkit. Here are a few advantages.

• Can create extra traffic to your blog.
• Can be helpful for SEO when used naturally and not overdone.
• Helps search engines understand how posts on different sites relate to each other.
• Encourages other bloggers to discover and sometimes link back to your posts.
• Great for bringing older but still useful posts back into the spotlight for newer readers.

Caution: Avoid creating a pingback to a blog or website’s home page. Always link to a specific post or page instead, otherwise the blogger won’t receive a notification.

Do pingbacks attract spam?

Some experts recommend turning off pingbacks and trackbacks completely because they can attract spam. On WordPress.com, you can reduce the risk by keeping moderation enabled so you can approve pingbacks before they appear in your comments. If something looks suspicious or irrelevant, simply don’t approve it.

Good news from WordPress about spam comments

Recent improvements to WordPress.com’s built-in anti-spam tools have dramatically strengthened their ability to intercept spam. As a result, there’s been a big drop in the number of visible spam comments reaching blogs. I used to see hundreds of spam comments in my spam folder every day on my blog. Now, the majority of them don’t even make it to my spam folder. I usually only see the occasional one slipping through to the spam folder in a typical week.

Where it makes sense, try to include at least one relevant pingback in the blog posts you publish.

You can use a mix of pingbacks to your posts and to other bloggers’.

Are there any problems with allowing pingbacks on your blog?

For me, the benefits far outweigh the downsides. The main “problem” is the time it takes to quickly check and moderate pingbacks so spammy ones don’t slip through, but that’s a small price to pay for the extra connections and traffic.

An invitation to create a pingback

If you’ve never created a pingback before, why not try creating one for this post? I’ll be happy to let you know if it works and include it in the comments section so others can see your example.

If you run into any problems creating a pingback, don’t hesitate to ask me for help in the comments.

Summary: The Power of Pingbacks and How to Create Them

• Pingbacks (sometimes called trackbacks) are notifications that let other bloggers know when you link to their posts.
• This guide explains pingbacks, how to create them in the WordPress.com editor, and the best practices to follow.
• It covers everything from creating a pingback to the benefits, staying safe from spam comments, and the latest anti-spam improvements on WordPress.com.
• This post encourages you to use pingbacks and shares my positive experience. It’s helpful for both new and experienced bloggers, giving you the knowledge and confidence to use pingbacks effectively.
• In a busy blogging world, pingbacks are a simple but powerful way to connect with others and attract more visitors.
• It’s polite to ask first before creating a pingback to another blog unless you know the blogger well or have been invited to link to a post.
• Always tick the ‘open in a new tab’ box if you don’t want readers to lose the page they are on.
• Pingbacks can attract spam, so keep moderation turned on and only approve relevant, genuine links.
• WordPress.com’s anti-spam tools now eliminate the majority of visible spam, saving you time while still letting you rescue any genuine comments that were marked as spam by mistake.

I actively use pingbacks as part of my content strategy. My experience with them has been very positive. They help me foster connections with other blogs and websites and boost engagement. If you have any questions about pingbacks, please leave them in the comments section below, and I’ll be happy to help.

The featured image in this post was created using the WordPress image generator. AI was used to check for grammar and spelling mistakes and to help with the layout of the post.

Layout, content, settings, and format might differ on self-hosted blogs.

This post is an update of a post originally published on my blog in 2019.

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Del Rosario And Caluya Rule National Age Group Aquathlon Sprint Junior Elite

PETER Sancho Del Rosario and Anisha Eunice Caluya dominated their respective division in the sprint junior elite category of the National Age Group Aquathlon (NAGA) held at the Amoranto Sports Complex in Quezon City yesterday.

Del Rosario ruled the men’s division with a time of 15 minutes and 54 seconds.

“I feel very accomplished today, I was thinking about my strategy last night and I think I executed that perfectly,” said 16-year-old from Santa Rosa, Laguna.

Darell Johnson Bada settled for second in 16:07, improving his 16:51 perfomance in winning last year’s crown. Giro Don Rafael Gito place third with a time of 16:25 but also improved the 17:13 he registered to claim the silver last year.

Caluya, on the other hand, clocked 18:00 to defend the women’s title over Kariel Rosacena of El Nido Teen Sharks (22:10).

“Today, I’m so happy that I was still able to come up with a good performance despite the numerous international and local competitions,” said the 19-year-old Caluya of De La Salle University.

After this year’s Subic Bay International Triathlon, she will make her debut at the Asian Junior Cup scheduled on June 10-14 in Kampar, Malaysia.

Meanwhile, Dustin Dame Eslay of North Pine Aquatic Swim Team and national team mainstay Erika Burgos bagged the gold medals in the sprint elite men and women divisions, respectively.

Other sprint winners were Ralf Bernhard (16-19), Jan Mikaela Caruncho (20-29); and Fritzie Labastida and Patty Dimaano-Moncera (40-49).

In the U15 Youth 13-15 category, the Top 3 winners Pio Mishael Gabriel Latonio (15:11), Remsen Balog-Asan Cayowet (15:37) and Kurt Evans (15:55) in the boys division, while in the girls division were Alainia Bouffaut (7:14), Eliesse Julia Dela Cruz (17:35) and Jovie Yzelle Calisog (17:37).

In the Super TriKids, Gavin Tantoco and Ma. Georjina Pacquing-Sumale pocketed the gold medals in the boys’ and girls’ 9-10 divisions, while Knight Hiliel and Ysabella Leana ruled the under-6 category.

Other winners in the Standard category were Aivan Dail Toquero and Kiandra Emiko Lee (18-24); Joshua Abante and Mariniell Clarete (25-29); Fil-Maur Louis Nacion and Jemimah Abdrea Fajardo (30-34); Renze Rovie Banawa and Patricia Anne Castillo (40-44); Boj Cardona (45-49) and Dato Arroyo (50-54).

Triathlon Philippines, led by president Tom Carrasco, has expressed its gratitude to the Quezon City LGU for the smooth conduct of the event sponsored by the Philippine Sports Commission, Milo, Gatorade, Power MAC Center, Western Guaranty Corp., Gardenia and Lemon Square Bakery Treats.

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Note: This post was sourced from the official press release of the event from Triathlon Philippines.

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