The Department of Education in the Negros Island Region (DepEd-NIR) intends to replicate rural farm schools in Negros Oriental and Siquijor, an official said. Dr. Ramir Uytico, newly-appointed DepEd-NIR regional director, announced this during the inauguration of a brand-new school building at the South City Elementary School in Barangay Mangnao of Negros Oriental capital Dumaguete …
Monthly Archives: April 2025
Man shoots dead granddaughter’s boyfriend ‘mistaken’ as thief
An 83-year-old man killed his granddaughter’s boyfriend after he mistook him for a thief in Valencia, Negros Oriental. According to a report on Thursday, April 3, the 36-year-old victim visited his girlfriend’s house where they were chatting in the living room. The victim later went inside the bedroom of his girlfriend where the 83-year-old suspect …
Pons, Creamline back to PVL finals
By ADRIAN STEWART CO The Creamline Cool Smashers showed no mercy for sister team Choco Mucho Flying Titans with a 25-19, 25-15, 25-15 sweep in the PVL 2nd All-Filipino Conference single-round robin semifinals at the Smart Araneta Coliseum on Thursday night, April 3. Negrense Bernadeth Pons top-scored for the Cool Smashers with 14 points. Diana …
8 Negrense cagers to suit up for PBA Cup
By ADRIAN STEWART CO Eight players who traced their roots to Negros Occidental are rostered in the 2025 PBA Philippine Cup, which commenced yesterday at the Ninoy Aquino Stadium in Manila. The Blackwater Bossing has two Negrense players in Bacolod City-native Justin Chua and Negros Occidental’s Silay City-native Miguel Corteza in the opening day roster …
Stephen Curry’s 37 points propel Warriors past Lakers
Stephen Curry scored 37 points and Brandin Podziemski added 28 with a career-high eight three-pointers as the visiting Golden State Warriors continued their late-season surge with a 123-116 victory over the Los Angeles Lakers yesterday (Philippine time). Jonathan Kuminga scored 18 points for the Warriors (45-31), while Jimmy Butler III had seven of his 11 …
Heat humble Celtics for 6th straight win; Cavs top Knicks
The Miami Heat ended Boston’s nine-game NBA winning streak with a 124-103 victory that pushed the reigning champion Celtics further behind Eastern Conference leaders Cleveland Cavaliers — who rallied to beat New York. Tyler Herro scored 25 points to lead seven players to score in double figures for the Heat, who fought off a late …
BingoPlus raises a glass to three years of triumph on BP Night 2025
BingoPlus, the country’s most comprehensive digital entertainment platform, celebrated its third anniversary with a full-on celebration. An extravagant and exclusive party was hosted by the brand on March 28, 2025 at a luxurious hotel in Pasay City. “Together, let’s all raise our glasses for more years of BingoPlus!” the event host expressed, as the BingoPlus’ …
Border control: OCD-NIR tightens measures within Kanlaon EDZ anew
By JEN BAYLON The Office of Civil Defense in the Negros Island Region (OCD-NIR) has intensified border control measures within Kanlaon Volcano’s extended danger zone (EDZ) as ash emissions continue to pose significant risks. OCD-NIR Director Donato Sermeno III said residents and visitors are strongly advised to avoid entering the six-kilometer EDZ unless “absolutely necessary.” …
Alex Eala – Atletang Ayala
By Ignacio R. Bunye Watching Alex Eala in her thrilling run at the Miami Open, I couldn’t help but notice the BPI and Globe logos adorning her sleeves. These symbols of support reflect a larger story — Ayala Corporation’s early recognition of Alex’s exceptional talent and its decision to appoint her as the goodwill ambassador …
The toxicity of smart-shaming
By Herman M. Lagon Over time, smart-shaming has infiltrated our educational system, transforming classrooms that ought to foster intellectual curiosity into places that stifle it. Making fun of students’ intelligence or sarcastically calling them “too smart” has become a common form of bullying in classrooms, hallways and even faculty lounges. It’s not merely a fad …