The state-run Social Security System (SSS) over the weekend said nearly 216,000 job order and contractual workers were covered as members of the pension fund under its KaltaSSS-Collect program by the end of June this year. SSS President and Chief Executive Officer Aurora C. Ignacio said SSS has already collected P2.18 billion worth of contributions …
Monthly Archives: October 2019
Waste-to-energy tech in Iloilo eyed
The Iloilo provincial government is exploring a possible partnership with the Iloilo City government for a joint solid waste management program and adoption of waste-to-energy technology. Iloilo Governor Arthur Defensor Jr. recently met with officials of the Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR) to ask for guidelines on how to select a “good waste-to-energy” …
NLEX beats Barangay Ginebra in Dubai
By Adrian Stewart Co Jericho Cruz of the NLEX Road Warriors led a 28-point comeback to secure a 113-111 overtime win over Barangay Ginebra San Miguel on Saturday in the 2019 PBA Governors’ Cup at the Coca-Cola Arena in Dubai, UAE. Cruz finished the match with 13 points, while Oluseyi Ashaolu scored 25, John Paul …
AdMU scores 66-53 win over UST
Ateneo de Manila University (AdMU) remained undefeated in the 82nd UAAP men’s basketball season following their 66-52 win over the University of Santo Tomas last Saturday at the SM Mall of Asia Arena in Pasay City. Ilonggo forward Ferdinand ‘Thirdy’ Ravena III tallied 17 points and nine rebounds for AdMU; while Bacolodnon point guard Samjosef …
San Beda nears NCAA sweep after defeating Mapúa
San Beda University moved closer to sweeping the 92nd NCAA men’s basketball elimination round following their 83-55 rout of Mapúa University last Friday at the San Juan Arena. James Canlas posted double-double for San Beda with 16 points and 10 rebounds; while Calvin Oftana drained five triples to finish with 15; and Evan Nelle contributed …
Creamline sweeps Choco Mucho, goes 12-0 in the Open Conference
The Creamline Cool Smashers extended their undefeated in the ongoing 2019 Premier Volleyball League Open Conference to 12-0 following last weekend’s 25-15, 25-15, 25-16 sweep over the Choco Mucho Flying Titans at the University of San Agustin gym in Iloilo City. Jessica Galanza top-scored for Creamline with 16 points on 12 attacks, two blocks, and …
LOPTTA takes silver in Cebu City tournament
The Lopue’s Table Tennis Association (LOPTTA) captured silver in the 28th Erne Jawad Memorial Table Tennis Cup women’s team event, which took place last month at the Robinsons Galleria atrium in Cebu City. LOPTTA coach Marell Lagunday fell 3-2 to Sherlyn Love Gabisay of the University of Santo Tomas (UST); while UST’s Leigh Erika Villanueva …
Tay Tung wins NOPSSCEA girls’ volleyball opener
Bacolod Tay Tung High School opened their Negros Occidental Private Schools Sports Cultural Educational Association (NOPSSCEA) title defense with a 25-5, 25-6 sweep over St. Joseph School-La Salle over the weekend at the University of St. La Salle covered court in Bacolod City. Tay Tung assistant coach Biboy Calamba called the win a “welcome sight.” …
Banago Port should be tourist-oriented
After a certain shipping company closed its doors several decades ago, Bacolod City’s Banago Port has remained at a standstill as ferry vessels utilize the more convenient Bredco Port. However, a modern roll-on/roll-off (Ro-Ro) vessel company still uses the former as it provides more comfort for those traveling between Bacolod City and Iloilo. What is …
Fall armyworm infestation affecting Negros Occidental cornfields
By Dominique Gabriel G. Bañaga According to the Negros Occidental Office of the Provincial Agriculturist, around six hectares of cornfields are affected by the ongoing fall armyworm infestation. Department head, Atty. Japhet Masculino, said, based on reports provided by city and municipal agriculturists, four areas are currently experiencing an impact from the infestation. La Carlota …