The prices of pork in Negros Oriental, particularly in Dumaguete City, continued to rise amid a perceived low supply of live hogs, authorities said on Monday, February 12. Dr. Alfonso Tundag, quarantine officer of the Department of Agriculture-Bureau of Animal Industry (DA-BAI), said that for the past two months, Negros Oriental had zero inbound …
Monthly Archives: February 2024
PhilHealth members can avail of discounts in SM Stores nationwide on February 14
In commemoration of PhilHealth’s 29th anniversary on February 14, 2024, an exclusive one-day shopping discount promo awaits all members in partnership with the SM Store branches nationwide. Billed as “PhilHealth Members’ Day”; the promo offers exclusive discounts for in-store and personal shopper transactions. For a minimum single receipt purchase of P3,000, members may avail …
Bacolod team supports MPBL’s crackdown on ‘game-fixing’
By ADRIAN STEWART CO The Bacolod City of Smiles has pledged its support for the Maharlika Pilipinas Basketball League’s (MPBL) efforts to address widespread “game-fixing” within the league. Bacolod part-owner Paul San Jose emphasized that they “have not, do not, and will not condone” any involvement in in-game manipulation concerning their players and team …
NOPSSCEA volleybelles rule Bacolod Division Meet
By ADRIAN STEWART CO The NOPSSCEA, represented by the Bacolod Tay Tung High School Thunderbolts, emerged as champions in the Bacolod Division Meet secondary girls volleyball tournament at the Lopez Jaena Elementary School in Bacolod City on Monday, February 12. The NOPSSCEA, competing under the Unit 5 banner, clinched the crown after a 25-15, …
‘Mixed emotions’ for Valdez as Creamline looks to defend title
Has pressure gotten onto the defending champions? Yes, at least, according to skipper Alyssa Valdez, who is experiencing “mixed emotions” as the PVL All-Filipino Conference looms. “Alam niyo, mixed emotions talaga. We’re pressured, definitely, kasi it’s the third straight-time na All-Filipino, so syempre, we wanna have different motivations, inspirations naman to fight and defend …
Find your Perfect Match with Toyota’s Valentine Promo
Great deals and offers are in the air this love month with Toyota Motor Philippines’ Valentine promo. Low monthly plans, free periodic maintenance, trade-in perks and more are now available across all Toyota dealerships nationwide this month—with an extra day to enjoy the promos this leap year, until February 29, 2024. Discounts Perfect for …
Settle the issue; Lacson: Moises Padilla VM, SB rift will not affect town operations
By Dominique Gabriel G. Bañaga Negros Occidental Governor Eugenio Jose Lacson said yesterday that the rift between the Moises Padilla Sangguniang Bayan (SB) and Vice Mayor Ian Villaflor will not affect the municipal government’s operations and the delivery of basic services. Lacson made the statement after Villaflor announced that he would file a complaint in …
FIBA World Cup 2023 — A feather in the cap of PH
By Sonny Angara It is not that often that a country is given an opportunity to take part in an event that has a global following and one that has the potential to reap huge benefits for the host. In 2023, we were fortunate to have been selected as one of three countries, alongside Japan …
Striking a balance in women’s sports
By Herman M. Lagon The involvement of transgender women in women’s sports has ignited a multifaceted and nuanced debate, reaching far beyond the boundaries of athletic events. This discussion profoundly explores and challenges our basic understanding of fairness, equality and inclusivity, transcending traditional perspectives of sportsmanship and competition. This debate demands a nuanced understanding and …
DepEd yet to choose host for WVRAA 2024
By Dominique Gabriel G. Bañaga Negros Occidental Governor Eugenio Jose Lacson said yesterday that they are still waiting for confirmation from the Department of Education (DepEd) if the Western Visayas Regional Athletic Association (WVRAA) Meet 2024 will be held in the province. According to Lacson, he is hoping that the DepEd will inform them …