Cole Anthony scored 14 of his team-high 24 points in the second half yesterday (Philippine time) as the undermanned Orlando Magic grabbed the lead and didn’t let go in a 103-94 win over the host New York Knicks. Wendell Carter, Jr. had 19 points off the bench while Kentavious Caldwell-Pope added 15 points and reserve …
Monthly Archives: January 2025
Green category; NOCPPO: No areas of concern in NegOcc for midterm polls
By JEN BAYLON The Negros Occidental Police Provincial Office (NOCPPO) said there are currently no areas of concern for the 2025 midterm elections in the province. NOCPPO spokesperson, Police Captain Judesses Catalogo said Negros Occidental remains classified under the green category, indicating a low risk for election-related violence. “We appreciate that Negros Occidental has maintained …
Let’s always be hopeful
By Fr. Roy Cimagala There are times when we have to wait, desist from acting at the moment, and hope for a better time that will surely come, although in ways that may not be according to our expectations. We are reminded of this act of prudence in that gospel parable about the good seed …
Unrealized potential in medical tourism
By Sonny Angara Filipino healthcare professionals have long been recognized for their capabilities and professionalism, and the outstanding quality of care they provide their patients. Whenever I travel overseas, be it in the United Kingdom, the United States or some other jurisdiction that employs a significant number of Filipino healthcare workers, the feedback I get …
Comelec-NIR: Polls to proceed in Kanlaon-hit areas
By JEN BAYLON The Commission on Elections in Negros Island Region (Comelec-NIR) said they will not postpone the conduct of the midterm elections this year in local government units affected by Kanlaon Volcano’s continuing unrest. “We want to ensure that the elections can continue without interruption, even in the face of natural disasters,” Comelec-NIR Director …
Gov’t forces seek to end terror financing in Western Visayas
Top officials of the Philippine National Police and the Philippine Army in Western Visayas welcomed the arrest of the three individuals accused of terrorism financing in Negros Occidental. In a statement yesterday, Brigadier General Jack Wanky, director of Police Regional Office (PRO)-6, said terrorism financing is the lifeblood of the operations of the Communist Party …
PNP ups security as poll period, gun ban begin
Authorities have heightened security measures in anticipation of the 2025 midterm elections period, which officially begins on January 12, including intensified checkpoints and strict enforcement of the gun ban. During a press conference yesterday, Brigadier General Jack Wanky, chief of the Police Regional Office in Western Visayas, said they are now focused on intensifying checkpoints …
DepEd develops emergency learning kits for Kanlaon-displaced students
The Department of Education (DepEd) has developed emergency learning kits (ELKs) for public school students in Negros Occidental affected by the eruption of Mt. Kanlaon since December 9. The ELKs were distributed to learners in evacuation centers and to those who have not evacuated but with suspended face-to-face classes, Ian Arnold Arnaez, spokesperson of DepEd …
Belangel, Daegu defeat Anyang in KBL
By ADRIAN STEWART CO Negrense Samjosef Belangel had another fine performance as the Daegu Korea Gas Corporation Pegasus edged the Anyang Jung Kwan Jang Red Boosters, 84-77, in the Korean Basketball League (KBL) at the Anyang Arena on Sunday night, January 5. The former Ateneo de Manila University Blue Eagles star guard tallied 11 points, …
Davies/El Tzino, Talisay, Bleacher rule Abanse Negrense-NBTC
By ADRIAN STEWART CO Davies/El Tzino, Talisay City and Bleacher Roadstar Transit emerged as winners in the Abanse Negrense – NBTC Local Qualifying Tournament held at the Montalbo Covered Court in Bacolod City. Davies/El Tzino reaffirmed their dominance in the Central Negros Cluster by defeating Colegio de Sta. Ana de Victorias in the championship round, …