The Sugar Regulatory Administration (SRA) expressed concern on the impact of Kanlaon Volcano’s eruption in Negros Occidental on the country’s sugar industry. “The main problem, according to our technicians and scientists, is the acidity of the ash. So, if it stays on the leaves, it will burn the leaves. When the leaves are burned, what …
Monthly Archives: December 2024
DOJ: Teves’ return to PH a ‘matter of time’
The Department of Justice (DOJ) said it is expecting the eventual return of former Negros Oriental Representative Arnolfo “Arnie” Teves, Jr. to the Philippines after Timor-Leste granted his extradition anew. In an ambush interview, Justice Undersecretary Raul Vasquez explained that Teves’ camp may still appeal the decision granting his extradition, but the DOJ is hopeful …
More residents in critical villages evacuated amid restive Mt. Kanlaon
The number of evacuees from high-risk villages in Canlaon City, Negros Oriental is increasing following a forced evacuation order due to the continuing threat of the restive Mt. Kanlaon, an official said yesterday. Edna Lhou Masicampo, Canlaon City information officer-designate, told the Philippine News Agency that residents from the five barangays within the six-kilometer permanent …
3 held over P5.4-M ‘shabu’
By JEN BAYLON Three individuals were arrested after the confiscation of suspected shabu worth P5.4 million during a drug buy-bust operation at Barangay 2 in Negros Occidental’s Victorias City on Tuesday, December 10. The suspects, identified as 47-year-old Ponciano Tanag, 24-year-old Christian Tang and 37-year-old Artemio Aringgo, were apprehended during the operation. Authorities confiscated approximately …
Belangel, Daegu prevail over Changwon in KBL
By ADRIAN STEWART CO Negrense Samjosef Belangel and the Daegu Korea Gas Corporation Pegasus got back on the winning track in the Korean Basketball League (KBL) with an 85-78 win over the Changwon LG Sakers at the Daegu Gymnasium. The former Ateneo de Manila University Blue Eagles guard finished with 12 points, including a three-pointer, …
Negrense Sabete, Petro Gazz edge PLDT in PVL
By ADRIAN STEWART CO The Petro Gazz Angels recovered from an awful first set performance to defeat the PLDT High Speed Hitters, 12-25, 25-14, 25-22, 25-20, in the PVL 2nd All-Filipino Conference at the PhilSports Arena in Pasig City on Tuesday night, December 10. Negrense Jonah Sabete served as the spark with 17 points, mostly …
Rain or Shine pulls away late to add to Beermen’s woes
The Rain or Shine Elasto Painters pulled away late from the San Miguel Beermen to post their second victory in the PBA Season 49 Commissioner’s Cup. The Yeng Guiao-mentored team added to the woes of the struggling Beermen through a 107-93 victory during their faceoff on Tuesday evening, December 10, at the FilOil EcoOil Center …
Legal framework; State of calamity in NegOcc mulled amid Kanlaon eruption
By JEN BAYLON The Negros Occidental provincial government is eyeing placing the province under a state of calamity following the explosive eruption of Kanlaon Volcano on Monday, December 9. Governor Eugenio Jose Lacson said the Sangguniang Panlalawigan will convene today for a special session to discuss plans for the declaration of a state of calamity …
Why Kanlaon Volcano’s eruption is dangerous
It’s been six months since Kanlaon Volcano last erupted. Following a strong eruption on Monday afternoon, December 9, state volcanologists were quick to recommend the mandatory evacuation of residents living within the six-kilometer danger zone. Based on monitoring, Phivolcs said the latest volcanic activity may be considered dangerous, especially for those in the way of …
Filipina comfort woman Lola Estelita dies at age 94 without receiving justice
By Dennis Gorecho The number of last surviving Filipino “comfort women” dwindled further with the death of 94-year-old Lola Estelita Dy on November 24, 2024 after suffering cardiac arrest. Like other Filipina comfort women, Lola Estelita died still fighting without receiving justice. “Maraming salamat sa buhay mo, Lola Estelita,” Kapuso actress Sanya Lopez wrote in …