Author: Dahlia Umali
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Negros Oriental Braced for ‘Orange’ Status in Upcoming Midterm Elections
DUMAGUETE CITY – The Commission on Elections (Comelec) has flagged Negros Oriental as a probable ‘orange’ zone for the upcoming midterm elections on May 12. Lionel Marco Castillano, the Regional Election Director for the Comelec-Negros Island Region (NIR), highlighted the area’s history of election-related violence and fierce political competition as reasons why it would not…
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Comelec Upholds Disqualification of Former Albay Governor from 2025 Election
The Commission on Elections (Comelec) has confirmed the disqualification of Noel Rosal, the former governor of Albay, from participating in the upcoming May 12, 2025 elections. The decision came after the Comelec en banc rejected Rosal’s Motion for Reconsideration, citing a lack of new arguments in his appeal. The full commission supported the earlier ruling…
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Philippine Team Dominates World Math Olympiad in China
In a stunning display of mathematical prowess, Team Philippines clinched the overall championship at the World International Mathematical Olympiad (WIMO) held in Shenzhen, China from January 3 to 6, 2025. The Filipino squad amassed an impressive haul of 10 gold, 10 silver, and 20 bronze medals, showcasing their dominance on the global stage. The Math…
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New Bill Introduced to Grant ABS-CBN a 25-Year Franchise
In a recent development at the House of Representatives, Albay Representative Joey Salceda has introduced House Bill 11252, aiming to provide ABS-CBN Corporation with a new 25-year franchise. Salceda emphasized that during previous congressional discussions, ABS-CBN was found to be compliant with legal standards, with no violations of ownership rules or outstanding tax issues, as…
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Baguio City’s Traffic Relief: Businesses in Villages Ease CBD Congestion
Baguio City Police Director Col. Ruel Tagel announced on January 7, 2025, that the expansion of business operations into the city’s villages is significantly reducing traffic congestion in the central business district (CBD). Tagel highlighted that this shift allows residents to meet their needs without traveling to the CBD, easing the strain on the city’s…
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DSWD Provides P8.9 Million in Cash Aid to Canlaon City Residents Affected by Mt. Kanlaon Eruption
In the wake of the Mt. Kanlaon eruption on December 9, 2024, the Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) has stepped up to support the affected residents of Canlaon City. On January 6, 2025, the DSWD announced the distribution of PHP8.9 million in cash assistance to 3,250 beneficiaries as part of its Assistance to…
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Philippine Forces Monitor Chinese ‘Monster Ship’ in West Philippine Sea
The Philippine military and coast guard are vigilantly monitoring the movements of a massive Chinese Coast Guard vessel, dubbed the ‘monster ship’, which has been spotted near Manila’s exclusive economic zone in the West Philippine Sea. Jonathan Malaya, Assistant Director General of the National Security Council, emphasized during a briefing that the Philippines is prepared…
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New Affordable and Nutritious Rice Varieties Hit Kadiwa Centers This Month
The Department of Agriculture (DA) has announced the launch of two new rice varieties, Sulit Rice and Nutri Rice, under its ‘Rice for All’ initiative. These varieties will be available starting this month at Kadiwa ng Pangulo Centers across the country, as well as in selected public markets and train stations in Metro Manila. Assistant…
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Batangas Police Crack Down on Illegal Fireworks to Ensure Safe New Year Celebrations
In a move to promote safer New Year’s Eve festivities, the Batangas Police Provincial Office (BPPO) conducted a public destruction of illegal firecrackers valued at over PHP735,000 in Batangas City on Monday, December 30, 2024. The operation was part of the ongoing ‘Ligtas Paskuhan’ campaign, which ran from December 1 to 26 and resulted in…
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