By ADRIAN STEWART CO The Negros Occidental Pillars capped a dominant campaign by defeating the Manila MSW Mavericks in the finals and securing the Sharks Billiards Association (SBA) Season 2 championship. Leading the charge for the champions was Drahcir Mauricio, who was named the finals Most Valuable Player following his key role in the team’s …
Monthly Archives: June 2026
Clarkson ‘blessed’ to make history as first NBA champ of Filipino descent
Jordan Clarkson has made history. As the New York Knicks ended a 53-year championship drought, Clarkson became the first player of Filipino-descent to win an NBA championship. Speaking to ESPN courtside moments after the final buzzer, the Fil-Am guard was overcome with emotion. “Amazing bro, speechless! This is crazy, bro. Just blessed. Thankful, man. Sacrifice …
TNT powers past Ginebra, sends finals to Game 7
It was Chris McCullough’s turn to deliver a monster performance, keeping the TNT Tropang 5G alive in the PBA Season 50 Commissioner’s Cup finals while also spoiling yet another masterpiece from Justin Brownlee. McCullough erupted for a career-high 53 points as TNT defeated the Barangay Ginebra San Miguel Kings, 98-90, in Game 6 before 22,731 …
BingoPlus hails Filipino creativity as 2026 MEGA Ball dazzles fashion and film communities
BingoPlus shone with Filipino pride on Philippine Independence Day as it elevated the 2026 MEGA Ball at the Makati Shangri-La last Friday, June 12. Gracing the star-studded show as the Official Entertainment Partner, the DigiPlus-owned BingoPlus placed deserved spotlights over selected Filipino designers as MEGA Magazine opted to infuse fashion and film as the theme …
Regain access to foreign buyers | NegOcc seeks stronger policies, market compliance
By CESAR JOLITO III The US import ban on blue swimming crab exports is projected to cause the Philippines annual economic losses of up to P6 billion, as the Negros Occidental provincial government now seeks the intervention of the national government to help restore access to the foreign market. Governor Eugenio Jose Lacson said they …
Strong enforcement of anti-smoking ordinance urged
By MERLINDA A. PEDROSA The Bacolod City council urged authorities to reinvigorate and intensify the enforcement of the city’s Comprehensive Anti-Smoking Ordinance through a coordinated multi-agency effort. The Sangguniang Panlungsod urged Mayor Greg Gasataya to direct and coordinate the efforts of the City Legal Office Enforcement Team, Public Order and Safety Office, City Health Office, …
Blue or red ribbon?
By Ade S. Fajardo The Integrated Bar of the Philippines and other civic organizations have issued public statements declaring Senator Win Gatchalian’s ascension as Senate president pro tempore, and thus acting Senate president, as valid and legal under the Constitution and the rules of the Senate. There is a real chance, however, that this issue …
Clout without commitment
By Herman M. Lagon In every organization — from schools to professional organizations — election season feels predictable. Out come the polished speeches and the photo-ready smiles. Pledges of “service,” “commitment” and “vision” fill the air like confetti. But once the spotlight fades and the paperwork piles up, many of those loudest in promise become …
As more Pinoys get older, PH should see aging as opportunity, not burden
For decades, the Philippines has enjoyed one of the youngest populations in Asia, a demographic advantage that has helped fuel economic growth, consumption and a steady supply of workers. But beneath that youthful image, a significant shift is underway. Filipinos have fewer children, the population is steadily aging, and policymakers are beginning to prepare for …
LTO crackdown vs. unregistered motorcycles seeks to deter crime
By MERLINDA A. PEDROSA The Bacolod City government has asked the Land Transportation Office (LTO) Central Office to intensify its campaign against unregistered motorcycles operating in the city. City Administrator Mark Steven Mayo said the LTO should adopt more proactive measures against unregistered motorcycles. He said it has been observed that most crimes in the …