The Department of Agrarian Reform (DAR) has expanded the implementation of the Support to Parcelization of Lands for Individual Titling (SPLIT) Project in Negros Island Region (NIR), with the distribution of an initial 71 electronic land titles (e-titles) in northern Negros this year. Project SPLIT aims to fast-track the subdivision of the Collective Certificate of …
Monthly Archives: March 2025
3 Negrense volleybelles invited to Alas tryout
By ADRIAN STEWART CO Three Negrense volleybelles are among the 33 prospects invited to a series of tryouts to determine the composition of the Alas Pilipinas national women’s volleyball teams for three major international competitions this year. Among those invited are Bacolod City-native Angel Canino, Negros Occidental’s San Enrique-native Arah Panique and Negros Occidental’s La …
Manday, Gilas 3×3 fall short in FIBA Asia Cup
By ADRIAN STEWART CO The Gilas Pilipinas 3×3 national men’s basketball team failed to progress into the main draw of the FIBA 3×3 Asia Cup after a 21-11 defeat to India at the OCBC Arena in Singapore on Thursday, March 27. The squad composed of Negrense Jeff Manday, Joseph Sedurifa, Joseph Manlangit, and Anton Eusebio …
Dream run ends for Alex Eala with loss to Pegula in Miami Open semis
Alex Eala’s sensational campaign at the 2025 Miami Open came to an end yesterday morning (Philippine time), with the Filipino teenager falling to World No. 4 Jessica Pegula of the United States. Pegula was made to work by Eala, but the American managed to take care of business in a grueling three-set affair, 7-6 (3), …
Mavs ride Q3 outburst to win over Magic
Jaden Hardy scored 22 points and Anthony Davis added 15 to go along with seven rebounds, fueling the visiting Dallas Mavericks to a 101-92 victory over the Orlando Magic yesterday (Philippine time). Hardy sank 7-of-12 shots from the floor to lift the Mavericks to their third win in their last four games and keep them …
Casino Plus Makes History with ₱102.5 Million Jackpot – The Largest Online Baccarat Pay Out in Philippine History
Manila, Philippines – March 24, 2025 – Casino Plus has set a historic benchmark for the Philippine gaming industry by awarding a record-breaking ₱102,576,582.94 Baccarat jackpot shared among 11 lucky players. This landmark payout stands as the largest Baccarat prize ever awarded in the country, reinforcing Casino Plus’ leadership in the gaming sector. This unprecedented …
PRO-NIR activated: Wanky assumes OIC role; no immediate reshuffling yet
By JEN BAYLON and MA. THERESA LADIAO Police Regional Office in Western Visayas (PRO-6) Director Brigadier General Jack Wanky officially assumed his role as the officer-in-charge (OIC) of the newly activated police office in Negros Island Region (PRO-NIR) yesterday. Wanky, during the inauguration yesterday, said he will oversee police operations in Negros Occidental, Negros Oriental …
Holding leaders accountable
By Ignacio R. Bunye The legality and circumstances of the arrest of former President Rodrigo Duterte will continue to be challenged both inside the court and in the streets. Regardless of how the Supreme Court decides, the ultimate question that begs to be answered is: Should the former President be held accountable for his actions …
‘Trapo’: The soundtrack of rotten politics
Yano’s “Trapo” is not just a song, it is a scathing indictment of Philippine politics, and as the 2025 midterm elections draw near, its message stings even more. The title alone is a double punch — “trapo” as in traditional politicians and “trapo” as in a dirty, worn-out rag. The song remains disturbingly relevant over …
‘No collection policy’ for school rites: DepEd-NegOcc
The Department of Education (DepEd) – Division of Negros Occidental reminded schools in the province of the “no collection policy” during recognition and graduation rites. Ian Arnold Arnaez, DepEd-NegOcc Division spokesperson, said all recognition, moving-up and graduation rites are covered by the school’s Maintenance and Other Operating Expenses. “There is no reason to collect from …