On his first day in office yesterday, Bacolod City Mayor Greg Gasataya took a drug to serve notice of his policy of a drug-free city government. He obtained a negative result from the City Health Office. Gasataya said undergoing a drug test is voluntary, but he will require his executive assistants and other co-terminus appointees …
Monthly Archives: July 2025
‘Stronger, more progressive’ NegOcc seen in next 3 years
Negros Occidental Governor Eugenio Jose Lacson congratulated the new set of local government officials in the province yesterday as they begin a new three-year term, encouraging them to work together for “a stronger, more progressive and united Negros Occidental.” “May your leadership be guided by integrity, compassion and a genuine commitment to your constituency,” Lacson, …
DOH warns vs. possible surge in dengue, leptos, waterborne diseases
The Department of Health (DOH) issued a renewed warning against a possible surge in rainy season illnesses, including dengue, leptospirosis and waterborne diseases, as persistent rains and flooding continue in many parts of the country. Speaking at the Bagong Pilipinas interview, DOH spokesperson Assistant Secretary Albert Domingo reminded the public to take extra precautions to …
Petro Gazz prevails over Galeries in PVL
By ADRIAN STEWART CO The Petro Gazz Angels achieved their first victory in the PVL on Tour with a 25-23, 25-21, 26-24 straight-set romp against the Galeries Tower Highrisers at the Batangas City Sports Center on Sunday night, June 29. Negrense Jonah Sabete finished with 10 points, including nine attacks, to make her presence felt …
Negrense Canino excluded as Alas Pilipinas women bow to Vietnam
By ADRIAN STEWART CO Negrense Angel Canino was excluded from the roster as the Alas Pilipinas national women’s volleyball team suffered a 25-20, 25-21, 25-21 defeat to Vietnam in the VTV International Women’s Volleyball Cup in Vinh Phuc, Vietnam on Sunday night, June 29. Canino was one of the players excluded by head coach Jorge …
Abarrientos dazzles as Ginebra dumps Beermen for 2-1 lead
RJ Abarrientos dazzled to help the Barangay Ginebra San Miguel Kings get a crucial victory in the PBA Season 49 Philippine Cup semifinals. The 2024 draft’s third overall pick impressed as the Gin Kings dumped the San Miguel Beermen, 100-90, in their Game 3 faceoff, Sunday evening, June 29, at the Araneta Coliseum in Cubao, …
Alex Eala refocuses on Wimbledon after Eastbourne finals
Alex Eala has arrived at Wimbledon just a day after her historic finals appearance at Eastbourne. Like a true professional and warrior, Eala has quickly shifted her focus to her upcoming first-round match at the third Grand Slam of 2025. Eala made the two-hour drive from Eastbourne to Wimbledon late Saturday evening, June 28, accompanied …