By ADRIAN STEWART CO Anthony Raga emerged as champion in the 3rd Mayor Albee Benitez MassKara 10-ball Open Billiard Tournament held recently at a mall in Bacolod City. The Cebuano billiard star ruled the five-day competition after defeating Miguel Salvilla of Davao City in the championship round. “The struggle and waiting during the tournament were …
Monthly Archives: October 2024
NBA: Irving outduels Edwards as Mavs down Wolves in rematch
Kyrie Irving scored 35 points as the Dallas Mavericks recovered from an early Anthony Edwards onslaught to score a 120-114 road win over the Minnesota Timberwolves yesterday (Philippine time). Edwards had looked poised to help Minnesota avenge last season’s Western Conference finals defeat to Dallas after erupting for 24 points in a devastating first-quarter performance. …
NBA: Kings catch fire in Q3, blast Jazz
Domantas Sabonis posted a double-double of 28 points and 11 rebounds, DeMar DeRozan added 20 points and eight assists and the Sacramento Kings scored their second win in as many nights by putting together a 113-96 rout of the Utah Jazz in Salt Lake City yesterday (Philippine time). A 14-2 run that started early in …
BingoPlus, ArenaPlus bring smiles and enjoyment at the Masskara Festival 2024
BACOLOD CITY, PHILIPPINES – BingoPlus, the country’s most comprehensive digital entertainment platform, successfully delivered another year of fun-filled and entertaining experiences at the MassKara Festival 2024. This year, the brand served as the festivals’ co-presentor, committed to adding more fun and excitement to the events and activities tailored for tourists and the Bacolodnons. Joining BingoPlus …
Highest gas flux; Alert Level 2 maintained at Kanlaon amid high SO2 emissions
By JEN BAYLON The Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology (Phivolcs) has maintained Alert Level 2 at Kanlaon Volcano amid elevated sulfur dioxide (SO2) emissions. Phivolcs’ latest bulletin reported the SO2 flux averaging 10,074 tons was recorded on Monday, October 28. This level of gas output, much higher than usual, indicates ongoing unrest within the …
Threat of marine litter to human health, food security, economy, and environment
By Dennis Gorecho Some 352,479 kilograms of trash and debris, ranging from plastics to other waste materials, were collected in 250 coastal sites across the country during the International Coastal Cleanup (ICC) on September 21, 2024. ICC is the world’s largest volunteer effort for ocean’s health and is being conducted every third Saturday of September of each year to raise …
Threads of heritage
By Herman M. Lagon Traditional weaving of piña fabric is a tangible, intricate and resilient way to unite a community. At Kaangtanan 2024, academics, artisans, advocates, and cultural workers discussed the significance of piña weaving in Western Visayas, revealing a rich history of resilience and innovation. This delicate but durable pineapple-based fabric has symbolized Filipino …
Flower vendors at Bacolod public plaza to be relocated
Flower vendors at the Bacolod Public Plaza will be relocated after the permits for MassKara Festival food kiosks were extended until Thursday, October 31. City Administrator Lucille Gelvolea said flower vendors along the public plaza’s roadside were affected by the city council’s resolution which extends special permits to stall owners for four days. Gelvolea said …
Negros Oriental police to fully deploy personnel for Undas
The Negros Oriental Police Provincial Office (NOPPO) will maximize the deployment of field personnel to ensure public safety during the twin religious celebrations on November 1 and 2. NOPPO spokesperson Lt. Stephen Polinar told the Philippine News Agency on Monday, October 28, that the police will be on “heightened alert” status during the yearly observance of …
Visayas Army reservist commanders beef up response readiness
More than 100 Army reservist commanders in 16 provinces in the Visayas underwent leadership development sessions and response readiness tests over the weekend, an official said on Monday, October 28. Reserve Officer Training Corps (ROTC) commandants from different universities and colleges in the central Philippines and their corps of cadet commanders also attended the two-day …