A slew of recent headlines have proclaimed that the Iran war marks the end of the so-called “Dubai dream,” where foreigners seek a tax-free, luxury lifestyle in the United Arab Emirates (UAE). “The unraveling of Dubai as a safe haven,” US magazine the New Yorker wrote. “Could this be the end of Dubai?” a New …
Monthly Archives: April 2026
Missed fuel subsidy? Special payout set for ‘excluded’ beneficiaries
By CESAR JOLITO III The Department of Social Welfare and Development in the Negros Island Region (DSWD-NIR) is preparing a special payout for fuel subsidies as it works to accommodate beneficiaries who were unable to claim their assistance within the original schedule. DSWD-NIR Regional Director Arwin Razo said the agency is currently coordinating with local …
NegOcc eyes 20MLD of water for 3 cities under bulk supply project
The Negros Occidental provincial government is eyeing sourcing water supply of 50 million liters per day (MLD) for three cities under the proposed Negros Bulk Water Supply Imbang Watershed – Hinalinan River Project. A copy of the project’s environmental impact statement summary for the public (ESP) has been released by the Environment Management Bureau – …
Dengue cases drop, leptos infections up
By CESAR JOLITO III The Bacolod City Health Office (CHO) observed a significant decline in dengue cases but expressed concern about a spike in leptospirosis infections. Based on CHO’s weekly disease surveillance report from March 29 to April 4, dengue cases dropped by 54.1 percent, with 134 cases recorded compared to 292 cases and two …
Ex-councilor shot dead
By CESAR JOLITO III A former municipal councilor in Negros Occidental’s Isabela town was shot dead by unidentified assailants in Binalbagan town on Sunday afternoon, April 12. Police identified the victim as 72-year-old Rodolfo “Rudy” Fajardo, a resident of Isabela’s Barangay 4. Initial investigation revealed that Fajardo was shot around 5:00 p.m. at Sitio GMA …
NIR police mourns officer’s death
By CESAR JOLITO III The Police Regional Office in the Negros Island Region (PRO-NIR) is mourning the untimely death of Police Master Sergeant Romulo Galvez Jr., a police officer remembered for his dedication, integrity and commitment to public service. PRO-NIR Regional Director Police Brigadier General Arnold Thomas Ibay personally visited the wake of Galvez …
LTO-NIR revokes license of road rage driver
By CESAR JOLITO III The Land Transportation Office in the Negros Island Region (LTO-NIR) has formally initiated the process to revoke the driver’s license of a motorist involved in a viral road rage incident in Negros Occidental’s Murcia town. In a statement, LTO-NIR confirmed that a resolution recommending license revocation was served on the respondent …
Residents warned vs. returning to Kanlaon PDZ
The local government of Canlaon City, Negros Oriental is urging internally displaced persons (IDPs) to refrain from returning to their residences and farms within the four-kilometer permanent danger zone (PDZ) due to heightened activity at Mt. Kanlaon. “The IDPs are advised against visiting their homes and farms within the PDZ for now, following the continuous …
Salarzon, Ateneo topple DLSU in sets
By ADRIAN STEWART CO The Ateneo de Manila University Blue Eagles overcame a seven-point deficit in the second set before sweeping traditional rival the De La Salle University (DLSU) Green Spikers, 25-22, 25-23, 25-22, to gain crucial breathing room in the race for the last two Final 4 berths in the UAAP Season 88 men’s …
Gilas Women beat SG to qualify for FIBA 3×3
After achieving a historic silver medal finish in Asia, the Gilas Pilipinas Women have now booked a ticket to the FIBA 3×3 World Cup. The Gilas Women were initially denied outright entry to the World Cup by European giant Lithuania in their first game in the final, 16-21. The Philippines had one more shot to …