By ADRIAN STEWART CO The University of the Philippines (UP) Fighting Maroons cruised to a 23-25, 25-23, 25-17, 25-23 victory over the Far Eastern University (FEU) Lady Tamaraws in the UAAP Season 87 women’s volleyball tournament at the FilOil EcoOil Centre in San Juan City on Wednesday night, February 19. Negrense Joan Marie Monares spearheaded …
Monthly Archives: February 2025
Pastrana leads way as UST manhandles CEU
By ADRIAN STEWART CO The University of Santo Tomas (UST) Growling Tigresses secured a dominant 105-33 victory over the Centro Escolar University (CEU) Lady Scorpions in the WMPBL Inaugural Season at the Enderun College Gym in Taguig City on Wednesday night, February 19. Negrense Kent Jane Pastrana spearheaded the offense with 22 points, including four …
Lakers stung by Hornets at home to start H2
It’s been just three games in the Lebron-Luka era for the Los Angeles Lakers, but their record now stands at 1-2 on the court together and the start to the second half of the season looks rocky at best. Coming into the game, the Lakers had won 10 of their last 12 games and sat …
No restrictions on Luka Doncic as Lakers return to action
Lakers head coach JJ Redick said there won’t be any minutes restriction placed on newly acquired superstar Luka Doncic as Los Angeles returns to action one day early. Doncic missed six 1/2 weeks with a left calf strain — nearly all of that with the Dallas Mavericks — and played just 47 total minutes in …
The Watch Store Opens in Bacolod, Bringing Timeless Timepieces to Local Enthusiasts
BACOLOD CITY — The Watch Store has officially opened its doors at SM City Bacolod, offering residents and visitors access to a wide selection of renowned watch brands from around the world. The grand opening on February 15, 2025, welcomed watch collectors, style enthusiasts, and local shoppers eager to explore the store’s curated collection. The …
Alternative scheme; La Castellana has yet to finalize Kanlaon contingency plans
BY JEN BAYLON The Office of Civil Defense in Western Visayas (OCD-6) said the designation of evacuation centers for evacuees in La Castellana town in case Kanlaon Volcano erupts depends on the municipal government. This comes after the La Castellana municipal government has yet to finalize and establish its evacuation contingency plans if Kanlaon suddenly …
Hindi lamang mapagmahal o mapagpatawad ang Diyos
By MELANIO MAURICIO JR. INSPIRASYON SA BUHAY. “Makatarungan ang Diyos … Kanyang parurusahan ang mga ‘di kumikilala sa Kanya, at hindi sumusunod sa mga kautusan ni Jesus, sa walang hanggang pagkawasak, at aalisin ang mga ito sa harapan ng Diyos at sa Kanyang kapangyarihan …” (1 Tesalonica 1:6-9, Bibliya). *** HINDI LAMANG MAPAGMAHAL O MAPAGPATAWAD …
Regrowing teeth
By Dr. Joseph D. Lim It’s a process that has nothing to do with Taal and Kanlaon, both recently exhibiting signs of restlessness. It’s called an eruption, the early stage in our lives baby teeth is lost. It sets the opening for stronger permanent teeth. Trivia: Rabbits never stop regrowing their teeth, a process not available …
3 clusters of NIR regional offices located in NegOcc
By JEN BAYLON Three clusters of national government offices in the Negros Island Region (NIR) will be located in Negros Occidental, according to the implementing rules and regulations (IRR) of Republic Act 12000, or the NIR Act. The agriculture, peace and order, and governance clusters will be located in Negros Occidental, Department of Interior and Local Government-Negros …
OCD: 300 shelters at ‘Tent City’ ready for Kanlaon evacuees
The Office of Civil Defense (OCD) announced yesterday that the Himamaylan Tent City, which it supports, has successfully established 300 family tents. With this, the facility is now ready to provide shelter for evacuees amid the threat from Mt. Kanlaon’s unrest. OCD administrator Undersecretary Ariel Nepomuceno, in a statement, emphasized the agency’s commitment to a …