By ADRIAN STEWART CO The National University (NU) Bulldogs strengthened their position in the UAAP Season 88 men’s volleyball tournament after sweeping the Ateneo de Manila University Blue Eagles, 25-22, 25-23, 25-22, at the Smart Araneta Coliseum. Negrense Leo Ordiales played a key role in NU’s balanced attack, delivering 11 points as the Bulldogs controlled …
Monthly Archives: March 2026
Lessen the burden | Private sector, gov’t to cushion rising fuel costs
By CESAR JOLITO III Efforts are underway to mitigate the effects of increasing fuel costs, particularly in industries heavily dependent on fuel, such as transportation, logistics and delivery services, the Metro Bacolod Chamber of Commerce and Industry (MBCCI) said. MBCCI President Juliana Carbon said the local private sector is working closely with the government to …
Amnesty bestows mercy on both sides
By Sonny Angara In his Theory of Moral Sentiments, the great economic philosopher Adam Smith wrote, “Little else is requisite to carry a state to the highest degree of opulence from the lowest barbarism but peace, easy taxes and a tolerable administration of justice …” Does peace reign over the Philippines? Is the administration of …
The need for continuing formation
By Fr. Roy Cimagala It’s interesting to note that despite the heavy and tight schedule Christ had during his public life, he always managed to find time to take care of the formation of his disciples. In fact, he invested a lot of time in training them. St. Mark, in his gospel, noted that “in …
Only Iran’s ‘unconditional surrender’ can end war — Trump
US President Donald Trump said only Tehran’s unconditional surrender would bring an end to the escalating Middle East war as crude oil prices surged on fears about global supply disruption. As Israel intensified its air strikes on Lebanon and announced “broad-scale” strikes on Tehran, the US military said it had hit more than 3,000 targets …
Save energy amid rising oil prices, Negros consumer groups say
By CESAR JOLITO III Consumer advocacy groups in Negros are urging the government and the public to adopt stronger energy conservation measures as rising global oil prices threaten to drive up electricity costs and the overall cost of living. The Alliance of Concerned Consumers in Electricity and Social Services (ACCESS) has joined forces with Power …
Join us, NIR police told aspirants
By CESAR JOLITO III The Police Regional Office in the Negros Island Region (PRO-NIR) is encouraging qualified individuals to consider a career in law enforcement as it prepares for its upcoming recruitment cycle. In a statement, PRO-NIR called on service-oriented and dedicated individuals to apply and become part of the police force, emphasizing the opportunity …
NegOcc hog raisers could face high production costs
By CESAR JOLITO III Hog raisers in Negros Occidental are raising concerns over the impact of rising fuel prices, warning that continued increases could significantly drive up production costs and eventually affect pork prices in local markets. Ric Lauron, president of the Alliance of Hog Raisers Association of Negros Occidental (AHRANO), discussed during their recent …
Pa ‘mauls’ daughter to death in Sagay
By CESAR JOLITO III A motorcycle telescopic fork was allegedly used by a father to maul his 17-year-old daughter to death at Barangay Rizal in Negros Occidental’s Sagay City yesterday morning, March 9. The victim, identified only by alias “Precious,” was a student and resident of Fortuneville Subdivision. Police identified the suspect as her 41-year-old …
Shipping firms on NegOr route adjust rates, cut trips
Shipping companies plying the Negros Oriental route have announced changes to sea travel schedules and rate adjustments for passengers and cargo due to the Middle East conflict. Dante Uymatiao, proprietor of Maayo Shipping Lines, Inc., told the Philippine News Agency in an interview yesterday that rate adjustments are expected by next week. “We are still …