DepEd Secretary Leonor Briones shares journey to being an empowered woman, credits influence of education

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Education Secretary Leonor Magtolis Briones shared her journey and educational experiences that helped her be empowered during the Asia Women’s Forum 2022 last Thursday.

“I was fortunate I grew up in a family where there were no distinctions between genders. The driving ambition was to send all of us to school,” Secretary Briones shared in the virtual event hosted by the Asia CEO Forum.

Awarded as Lifetime Contributor for Asia CEO Awards last year, Secretary Briones was among the 13 outstanding women across the world who were invited to deliver an inspiring speech that tackles their stories behind their success as a woman.

Born during the World War II in Guihulngan, Negros Oriental, Briones credited the efforts of her family, especially her parents who were teachers who prioritized learning by teaching children in their house and keeping them safe from the dangers of war.

“My parents were teachers, and what my mother did to distract the children from the noise and the horror of war was to gather them in our house, at the bottom of a gorge, and teach them how to read and write,” Secretary Briones narrated.

“There was no paper so banana leaves with lines were used, and sharpened bamboo sticks like barbecue sticks were used as pencils. That is how I learned how to write and read from worn-out books which my mother had saved from public school,” she added.

Inspired by her family, Secretary Briones excelled in pursuing her education. After high school, she finished Magna cum Laude from Silliman University while working as a bookkeeper in two bookstores. She then obtained her Master’s degree in public administration at the University of the Philippines and post-graduate diploma at Leeds University in England, and Harvard University in the United States.

During the forum, Secretary Briones recognized women as rulers, warriors, healers, princesses, and leaders, thus, having equal status with men before the conquerors in the Philippines came in. With this, she also challenged the traditional role of women in society.

“What I consider my contribution is my efforts and help in bringing back, resuscitating, encouraging, and inspiring women. We are equal with men, and with the freedom to choose what we want to be,” Secretary Briones noted.

The Asia Women’s Forum 2022 aims to deliver the successes and struggles of the most remarkable women in the world to mentor individuals in their businesses, career, and education.



Secretary Briones was joined by Nina Aguas, Executive Chairman of a Filipino-owned insurance company, renowned Filipino journalist Ruth Cabal, celebrity show host Pamela Pilapil, and BPO company leader Julie Casteel, among others in the forum.

Completion of the viaduct for Phase 1 of the LRT-1 Cavite Extension

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The completion of the viaduct for Phase 1 of the LRT-1 Cavite Extension only proves that the project is ever closer to reality, Department of Transportation (DOTr) Secretary Art Tugade said Monday, 07 February 2022.

Secretary Tugade made the statement as he witnessed the erection of the last span for Phase 1 of the LRT-1 Cavite Extension Project.

“20 years ago, the government had a vision of putting a Cavite extension for the LRT-1 line. This was just a dream 20 years ago,” Secretary Tugade said.

Completing the milestone plays a huge part in addressing mobility, connectivity, and convenience for Cavite and the southern part of Metro Manila, Secretary Tugade explained.

“Para mabuo ang Phase 1 viaduct kung saan magbibigay ito ng ugnayan papunta sa Cavite at magbibigay ng mobility, connectivity, at convenience. Malaking bagay po ‘yan,” he said.

“Ang pagtatapos ng Phase 1 viaduct ay pagpapakita natin sa bayan na ang proyekto ay totoo. Pinapakita natin sa bayan na ang proyekto ay paparating at matatapos na,” Secretary Tugade pointed out.

Secretary Tugade also expressed his gratitude to the local government of Parañaque and the Light Rail Manila Corportation (LRMC) for actively engaging in the project, adding that collaboration between the local government, the private sector, and the national government solidifies trust and helps complete projects faster.

“Kung wala ang local government, walang mangyayari sa proyekto,” he stressed.

“Sa LRMC naman, dumating ang pandemya, hindi kayo huminto and you took the challenge with great stride and a greater resolve. I think it’s just appropriate that we salute LRMC. Pinakita niyo ang pangangailangan na talaga na maganda ang partnership between the local government, private sector, and the national government,” he added.

Delayed for almost 20 years, the 11.7 kilometer LRT-1 Cavite Extension Project is a joint project of the DOTr, the Light Rail Transit Authority (LRTA), and LRMC. The LRT-1 Cavite Extension Project will have eight (8) stations and will connect Baclaran in Parañaque City to Bacoor, Cavite.

As of December 2021, the overall progress rate of Phase 1 of the LRT-1 Cavite Extension Project is at 61.60%.

Once fully operational, the project is expected to cut travel time between Baclaran and Bacoor, Cavite to just 25 minutes, from the present 1 hour and 10 minutes. It will also increase the LRT-1's capacity from 500,000 to 800,000 passengers daily.

How to rebuild a lawn mower starter

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Everyone loves a tidy lawn, and the neatness of the lawn is dependent on the effectiveness of the lawnmower used. The lawnmower becomes unusable when its starter gets damaged; this is exactly why you must know how to rebuild a lawn mower starter. Without the proper knowledge, you could get frustrated at your inability to make use of the lawnmower.

The process of starting the lawnmower is one that’s interconnected in many ways. When you pull the cord, it immediately rotates a specific hub transmits to the crankshaft while simultaneously spinning the blades. The cord also connects the trio of the motor, spark plug, and carburetor. What this means is that all of these parts do not work when the lawnmower starter breaks down.

Once the lawn mower starter breaks down, you’ll need to repair the lawn mower starter quickly. This article gives you some guidelines that would show you how to rebuild a lawn mower starter.

 

How to rebuild a lawn mower starter (Step by Step guide)

Step 1: Get all of your tools

Since you’re ready to get your hands dirty with the lawnmower starter, you must be sure to have all the tools you need. Some of the important tools you need while fixing the lawn mower starter are the regular tools you use at home. Specific tools like the screwdriver, various spanner sizes, plier, and a socket wrench could come in handy for this task.

Step 2: Disable the mower

It’s totally unsafe for the engine if you do not disable the mower before proceeding with the mower starter rebuilding process. The first point of action to fix the lawnmower starter is the spark plug area. You’ll need to disable the lawnmower by unplugging the spark plug.

Step  3: Remove the starter housing

Once you have disabled the mower, you can now proceed to the lawnmower starter area. Four different screws are holding the starter assembly in place; you have to remove each one. Your socket wrench could come in handy for this process, as the use of a spanner could be stressful. Upon removing all of the screws, take out the assembly and place it on a flat surface for further works.

Step 4: Work on the recoil pulley

Most faults in the lawnmower starter are usually traceable to the pulley in the mower starter. A quick examination of the pulley and its component could prove handy in fixing the lawn mower starter. Upon inspection, you must now look to separate the pulley from the mower starter assembly. You can accomplish this by unscrewing the plate that attaches the coil to the assembly via a screwdriver. If you get all the screws out, you can easily pull the plate and gain access to the pulley under it. Pull the pulley too, but you must ensure it doesn’t fall out; place a finger on the spring beneath it.

Step 5: Check the spring

You need to carry out a proper inspection on the spring to see if it’s still in good condition. The spring of the mower starter could be spoilt as a result of constant use. If the spring is broken or damaged, you might have to replace it. Replacing the spring could prove tedious for many people due to the rigorous nature of the task. If you’re not looking to fix the spring, you might have to simply replace the pulley. On the other hand, the spring might be quite okay but unhinged. A spring that’s not properly hinged could also cause the pulley not to recoil. In such cases, you must keep the spring mounted in the right way.

Step 6: Inspect the pull rope

The rope in the mower starter could also be frayed or damaged in specific parts. Check the rope for such parts and quickly replace it if need be. Now that the rope has been ascertained to be okay untie its knot and remove it from the pulley. You must wind the pulley in the clockwise direction six times. Upon winding the pulley, align the hole in the pulley with that of the assembly hole. Place a screwdriver in the assembly vents through the pulley spokes to prevent the pulley from unwinding.

Step 7: Insert the rope into the assembly

You now need to reintegrate the rope back into the pulley system of the starter assembly. Feed the rope via both holes and give it a firm knot at the edge. Place the knot inside the pulley to ensure it doesn’t cause obstruction when you’re unwinding the pulley.

Step 8: Coil the new rope

Hold on firmly to the rope while simultaneously removing the screwdriver from the assembly vents. Now you can pull the starter cord firmly to yourself while releasing the pulley. The next step involves unwinding the pulley while it coils the new rope. The pulley will unwind while wrapping the new rope around itself; Make sure you control the speed of the rope during the process.

Step 9: Replace the starter housing

Now that you’ve successfully fixed the parts of the pulley that’s damaged, you can now mount the starter housing. Just as the process of removing the housing units, you need your wrench for this procedure. Once the starter housing is firmly placed, use the wrench to screw all four nuts you removed from the unit. You can now fix the spark plug lid just as it was.

 

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

How do I know if my lawnmower starter is bad?

You can easily figure out the point when your lawn mower starter becomes faulty. The pull rope could become loose when you try to pull it. Also, the pulley doesn’t recoil as fast as it should.

 

How much does it cost to rebuild a starter?

The cost of rebuilding a lawn mower starter is dependent on the prices of the individual components. That being said, the cost could be as low as $40, and it could also go as high as $200.

 

How long do rebuilt starters last?

The duration of use for rebuilt starters is often dependent on the quality of its part. You could use a rebuilt starter for more than 6months in an ideal situation.

 

Can Autozone test starters?

Yes. Autozone can test a lawn mower starter if it’s not working appropriately.

 

Conclusion

Lawnmowers are an essential tool in places where lawns are needed to be kept tidy. However, the frequent use of these lawnmowers often results in breakdowns of some of their components. These components aid the smooth running of the lawnmower during use. One of such components is the lawn mower starter. It’s the part of the mower that helps you kick-start the engine of the lawnmower. Inability to use the starter could make it impossible to operate the lawnmower.

To get the starter working again, you’ll need to rebuild it. While there are specialists that can help repair lawn mower starters, the cost might be exorbitant. You can always rebuild the lawn mower starter by yourself with the necessary tools. This article gives you some useful tips on how to rebuild a lawn mower starter. Using these steps, you can be sure of getting your lawn mower starter working in no time.