Author: Dorothy Marasigan
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Firework Injuries in Iloilo Province Plummet by 64% in 2025
In a significant safety improvement, Iloilo province has seen a 64% reduction in firework-related injuries (FWRI) this year, as reported by the Iloilo Provincial Health Office (IPHO). As of January 2, 2025, the province recorded only 35 cases of FWRI, a sharp decline from the 97 cases reported in the previous year. Dr. Maria Socorro…
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Opol, Misamis Oriental Introduces Speed Limits to Curb Road Accidents
In an effort to enhance road safety, the town of Opol in Misamis Oriental has decided to enforce a speed limit on its major highways starting this year. Mayor Jay Bago announced during a recent radio interview that the speed on national highways will be capped at 60 kilometers per hour (kph). To ensure the…
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Lawmaker Proposes P500 Million to Boost Digitalization in Public Schools
In a move to enhance educational access, particularly for underprivileged communities, Bicol Saro Party-list Representative Brian Raymund Yamsuan has proposed an initial investment of PHP500 million to modernize the public school system through digital technology. This initiative, outlined in House Bill 276, known as the Institutionalization of Digital Technology in Public Education Act, aims to…
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DICT Aims to Complete National Fiber Backbone Phases 2 and 3 by 2025
MANILA – The Department of Information and Communications Technology (DICT) is set to finish Phases 2 and 3 of the National Fiber Backbone (NFB) project by 2025, following the successful completion of Phase 1 last year. In a recent interview on Bagong Pilipinas Ngayon, DICT spokesperson Assistant Secretary Renato Paraiso announced that the procurement for…
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New Bridge Proposed for Biliran to Replace Aging Structure
The Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) has announced plans for a new bridge to connect Biliran province to Leyte, aiming to resolve issues with the aging Biliran Bridge. The existing bridge, the sole connection between the island and the mainland, has shown signs of deterioration, prompting the need for a new structure. Irwin…
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Government Aid for Kanlaon Volcano Victims Surpasses PHP123 Million
The Philippine government has extended over PHP123.69 million in aid to residents impacted by the recent activity of Mt. Kanlaon. The Office of Civil Defense (OCD) reported that 11,883 families, totaling 45,526 individuals across 32 barangays in Western and Central Visayas, have been affected. All 9,571 families in need have received assistance, achieving a full…
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La Castellana Shines Bright Amidst Mt. Kanlaon’s Unrest
In the shadow of the recent eruptions of Mt. Kanlaon, the resilient community of La Castellana in Negros Occidental came together to celebrate the Christmas season with a traditional ‘Lights On’ ceremony at the town plaza. The event, held on the evening of December 23, 2024, was a beacon of hope and unity for the…
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Two Fireworks Injuries Reported in Ilocos Region Amid DOH Safety Campaign
The Department of Health (DOH) in the Ilocos Region has reported two fireworks-related injuries as part of their ongoing campaign to promote safety during the holiday season. The incidents, both involving children, were recorded by December 22, 2024, highlighting the dangers of fireworks during festive celebrations. The first incident occurred on December 21, when a…
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