SSS preps TESDA IX job order workers for their social security membership

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The Social Security System (SSS), through its Branch and Service Offices in Western Mindanao, conducted SSS orientations to 116 job order (JO) and contractual workers of the Technical Education and Skills Development Authority (TESDA) Region IX on May 10, 2023.

The orientation was simultaneously held nationwide at different TESDA Regional and Provincial Offices in preparation for the JO workers’ SSS coverage under the KaSSSangga Collect Program once a Memorandum of Agreement (MOA) has been signed.

Through the KaSSSangga Collect Program, JO workers who are not covered by the Government Service Insurance System (GSIS) will be ensured of their active SSS membership, which will entitle them to various social security benefits such as sickness, maternity, disability, retirement, death, and funeral, including short-term loan privileges like salary and calamity loan. They may also receive Employees’ Compensation (EC) benefits for work-related contingencies.

Photo shows SSS Zamboanga Branch’s Accounts Management Section Senior Analyst Erwin L. Salcedo discussing with JO workers in attendance the SSS mandate, the value of SSS membership, and the advantages of the KaSSSangga Collect Program.

For more information, visit any of the official SSS social media accounts like the SSS Facebook Page at “Philippine Social Security System – SSS”; SSS Viber Community at “MYSSSPH Updates”; Instagram at “mysssph”; Twitter at “PHLSSS,” YouTube at “MySSSPhilippines, and uSSSapTayo Portal at https://crms.sss.gov.ph/.

What you can check out in the French Alps

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Tignes is a world-renowned ski resort located in the French Alps. It offers over 300 kilometers of ski slopes, making it one of the largest ski areas in Europe. But it's not just the skiing that attracts visitors from all over the world, it's also the vibrant apres-ski scene. But if you prefer skiing, check Ski-Pro for all the snowboard lessons available in Gerlos.

Apres-ski in Tignes starts as soon as the ski lifts close, and there's no shortage of bars, clubs, and restaurants to choose from. Here are just a few of the best places to enjoy apres-ski in Tignes.

La Folie Douce is perhaps the most famous apres-ski venue in Tignes. Located at the top of the mountain, it's a high-energy party that starts in the afternoon and goes on well into the evening. La Folie Douce is known for its live music, dancers, and performers, and the atmosphere is always lively and fun.

If you're looking for a more laid-back apres-ski experience, head to Loop Bar. This cozy bar is located in the heart of Tignes le Lac and offers a relaxed atmosphere where you can unwind after a day on the slopes. They serve up a variety of cocktails, beers, and wines, and there's often live music to enjoy.

For something a little different, try the Marmot Arms. This British-style pub is located in Tignes Val Claret and offers a wide selection of beers, ciders, and spirits. They also serve up traditional pub fare, like fish and chips and bangers and mash. The atmosphere here is cozy and friendly, and it's a great place to meet other skiers and snowboarders.

If you're in the mood for a party, head to Jack's Club. This nightclub is located in Tignes Le Lac and is open until the early hours of the morning. They play a variety of music, from pop to house, and there are often guest DJs and performers. It's a popular spot among young people and has a lively, energetic atmosphere.

Finally, if you're looking for something a little more refined, check out Les Suites du Nevada. This luxury hotel offers a chic apres-ski experience, with a cozy lounge and bar that serves up a variety of cocktails and fine wines. It's the perfect spot to unwind after a day on the slopes and enjoy some of the finer things in life.

In conclusion, Tignes offers a diverse and exciting apres-ski scene that caters to all tastes and budgets. Whether you're looking for a wild party or a cozy night in, you're sure to find something to suit your mood. So after a day of skiing or snowboarding, grab a drink, kick back, and enjoy the company of fellow skiers and snowboarders in this beautiful alpine paradise.

Singapore International Festival of Arts 2023 opens hearts and minds to a myriad of perspectives through performance

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The Singapore International Festival (SIFA) 2023 concluded its 46th year last weekend, celebrating its second year under the helm of Festival Director Natalie Hennedige and her overarching title, The Anatomy of Performance with this year’s subtitle, Some People.

SIFA 2023’s rousing return continued to see dynamic collaborations and creative intersections between local and international artists in four new commissions, as well as a strong showing of 11 invited international presentations that offered compelling responses to SIFA 2023’s subtitle Some People. SIFA’s multiplicity and agency as platform for contemporary performance was also brought to the fore with SIFA X, the Festival’s platform embracing alternative expression and experimentation, and Life Profusion, SIFA’s parallel virtual venue.

Organised by Arts House Limited (AHL) and commissioned by the National Arts Council (NAC), SIFA 2023 ran for three weeks from 19 May to 4 June, presenting a lineup of more than 90 performances and activities across 14 venues island-wide, which involved the participation of over 200 local and international artists from 11 countries and regions.

 

Natalie Hennedige, Festival Director for SIFA 2022-2024 said, “In exploring the vast spectrum of the human experience, The Anatomy of Performance – Some People was an invitation for audiences to meditate on the different narratives that chapter our lives – the trials, triumphs and transformations that have shaped how we perceive the world – while also creating space for taking in the perspectives of others and finding empathy through performance.”

Festivalgoers can continue to access Life Profusion’s animated works and creative responses at sifa.sg.

Hennedige will present the final edition of her three-year arc as Festival Director next year with The Anatomy of Performance – Confession, which explores confessions, or truths, embedded at the heart of great art. The 2024 edition will be held from 17 May to 2 June 2024 (subject to change).