The Negros Oriental provincial government has begun implementing policies to cushion the effect on the public of the continuing armed confrontation in the Middle East. In support of President Ferdinand Marcos, Jr.’s directive to government offices to save fuel and energy and protect Filipinos from unapproved price increases, Governor Manuel Sagarbarria recently ordered the reactivation …
Monthly Archives: March 2026
Eala exits Miami Open
By ADRIAN STEWART CO Negrense Alexandra Eala absorbed a tough 6-0, 6-2 defeat to Karolína Muchová of Czechia to bow out in the Round of 16 of the 2026 Miami Open in Florida on Monday night, March 23 (Philippine time). Match statistics underscored the one-sided affair, with the WTA No. 13 ranked Muchová controlling both …
Murcia bets named to PH Team for Asia Pacific U16 5v5 Cup
By ADRIAN STEWART CO Two young basketball standouts from Negros Occidental’s Murcia town have secured spots on Team Philippines for the upcoming 14th Asia Pacific Cup 5v5 Under-16 Boys tournament set this week in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. Karl Elon and Gerald Gubaton, Jr. earned their places on the national squad, marking a significant milestone in …
Spurs hammer Heat to stretch win streak to 6
Victor Wembanyama posted 26 points, 15 rebounds, five blocks, and four assists as the San Antonio Spurs defeated the host Miami Heat, 136-111, yesterday (Philippine time). It was the sixth straight win for the Spurs (54-18), who are 22-2 since February 1 — the best record in the NBA during that span. With Wembanyama playing, …
Pistons end Lakers’ win streak behind Daniss Jenkins
Daniss Jenkins poured in a career-high 30 points, including four in the final 25 seconds, and the host Detroit Pistons ended the Los Angeles Lakers’ nine-game winning streak with a 113-110 victory yesterday (Philippine time). Jenkins added eight assists while Jalen Duren contributed 20 points and 11 rebounds in Detroit’s fourth straight win. Tobias Harris …
Flood high risk: La Castellana eyes private partnership for dredging
By CESAR JOLITO III The La Castellana municipal government is set to partner with a private firm for a large-scale river dredging project aimed at reducing flood risks following the devastation caused by Typhoon “Tino” in November last year. Vice Mayor Rhumyla Nicor Mangilimutan confirmed that the local government is finalizing a collaboration with Jerry …
Teaching is hard work (Ang magturo ay ‘di biro)
By Sonny Angara I was raised in a household that put a premium on learning and education. My siblings and I were not given free rein when it came to toy stores. But come a visit to the bookstore, and my parents willingly got us whatever book we desired. That kind of support definitely allowed …
Cheerful and confident availability
By Fr. Roy Cimagala That gospel episode where Christ shocked his disciples when he told them that they themselves had to feed the big crowd that followed Christ (cfr. John 6:1-15) reminds us that we should just have confidence in the ways of God even if what we are asked to do is considered by …
Early screening for colorectal cancer can save lives, experts say
For years, Rita Campino ignored the warning signs. It began with something she deliberately ignored: blood in her stool. Later came the stomach pain and difficulties with going to the bathroom. Fearing what doctors might find, she chose to endure the discomfort instead of seeking medical help. By the time she finally decided to get …
Transport strike peaceful, drivers air issues to city gov’t
A transport strike staged by a group of operators and drivers in Bacolod City yesterday remained peaceful and prompted a dialogue with Mayor Greg Gasataya, who pledged to address their immediate concerns. “No untoward incidents were recorded, reflecting the orderly and peaceful conduct of the activity,” the Police Regional – Office Negros Island Region (PRO-NIR) …