Former Negros Oriental Congressman Arnolfo “Arnie” Teves, Jr. will not be under hospital arrest or given preferential treatment after his discharge from the Philippine General Hospital (PGH), the Department of the Interior and Local Government (DILG) said yesterday. In a statement, DILG Secretary Jonvic Remulla said Teves was cleared for discharge by the hospital “and …
Monthly Archives: July 2025
150-MW wind farm to drive economic growth for Bago City
The proposed 150-megawatt wind power plant project of Thailand-based Sermsang Power Corp. is seen to drive Bago City’s economic growth. In a statement yesterday, Mayor Marina Javellana-Yao assured the project proponent of the full support of the city government, and expressed her optimism in bringing in more investors in Bago City during her first term …
Decomposing woman’s body found
By CESAR JOLITO III The decomposing body of a still unidentified woman was discovered in a vacant lot along Sofia Gonzaga Avenue in Bacolod City’s Barangay Estefania on Tuesday afternoon, July 1. According to the initial police report, a local scrap collector found the remains at around 1:30 p.m. Police Station 4 said the remains …
Bedonia, PLDT upend Farm Fresh in PVL
By ADRIAN STEWART CO The PLDT High Speed Hitters kicked off their campaign in the PVL on Tour with a 25-18, 25-21, 28-26 sweep over the Farm Fresh Foxies at the Playtime FilOil Center in San Juan City on Tuesday night, July 1. Negrense Kiesha Bedonia led the charge with 14 points, off 10 attacks, …
Bacolod Tay Tung rules 12-U volley tourney
By ADRIAN STEWART CO The Bacolod Tay Tung High School Thunderbolts 12-under volleyball team ruled the SK Barangay Hibaiyo Invitational Volleyball Tournament held recently at Hibaiyo in Negros Oriental’s Guihulngan City. Behind the collective effort of head coach Roberto Calamba Jr.’s squad, the Thunderbolts 12-under team took home the championship after defeating DVPMES in the …
Gallant stand not enough as Eala falls in Wimbledon’s 1st round
For one set, Filipina tennis star Alex Eala appeared headed for a momentous upset in her first ever appearance at Wimbledon. But defending champion Barbora Krejčíková showed her quality in turning back the young Filipina, 3-6, 6-2, 6-1, for a place in the second round after a two-hour, six-minute showdown at Centre Court on Tuesday, …
Giannis down on Bucks dumping Lillard
The Milwaukee Bucks are waiving nine-time All-Star guard Damian Lillard and signing free agent center Myles Turner, ESPN reported. The decision did not sit well with Giannis Antetokounmpo, according to NBA reporter Chris Haynes. The Bucks are stretching the remaining $113 million on Lillard’s contract over the next five seasons, per the report, using the …
Toyota Motor Philippines empowers Filipinos with the power of choice; Mobility company highlights strong lineup of products and services that suit customers’ diverse needs
July 1, 2025 – With so many mobility options in the local market to choose from, the question Filipinos usually ask first is “Anong brand ang para sa akin?” This doesn’t come as a surprise as many studies have shown that Filipinos have a strong sense of brand loyalty. This loyalty is made stronger the …
Pag-IBIG Fund Earns 13th Straight Unmodified Opinion from COA
Pag-IBIG Fund has earned its 13th consecutive Unmodified Opinion from the Commission on Audit (COA), reaffirming its commitment to excellence in financial management, sound governance practices, and consistent compliance with accounting and auditing standards, officials announced on Tuesday, July 1. The latest audit opinion followed COA’s comprehensive review of Pag-IBIG Fund’s financial statements and operations …
Struggling costs: Local workers demand urgent P100 daily wage relief
By CESAR JOLITO III As Metro Manila prepares to implement a new minimum wage hike this July, a local labor group is urging the wage board to take swift action to help workers cope with the rising cost of living. The General Alliance of Workers Association (GAWA) is calling on the Regional Tripartite Wages and …