The Philippine government is actively pursuing the creation of the Negros Island Region (NIR). This new region will encompass the provinces of Negros Occidental, Negros Oriental, and Siquijor, along with Bacolod City. The Philippine government envisions the Negros Island Region …
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Leaders from the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) and Australia recently met for a special summit commemorating 50 years of relations. The summit highlighted a strong commitment from both sides to fostering closer ties. Shared Goals for the Region …
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The Department of Agriculture (DA) is ordering an audit of the National Food Authority’s (NFA) handling of rice buffer stocks since 2019. This move comes as Congress investigates the recent sale of government rice reserves to private traders. Concerns Over …
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American record producer Benny Blanco posted a TikTok video reviewing the popular Filipino fast-food chain Jollibee. He expressed initial disappointment with the food, specifically the Chickenjoy, a signature fried chicken dish. This sparked mixed reactions online. While some viewers found …
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Authorities in Bacolod City, Philippines conducted a successful anti-drug operation that led to the dismantling of a suspected drug den and the arrest of eight individuals. The Philippine Drug Enforcement Agency (PDEA) spearheaded the drug bust, which targeted a location …
The entertainment world mourns the loss of talented actor Kenneth Mitchell, who passed away on February 24, 2024, at the age of 49. Mitchell captivated audiences with his performances in projects like “Star Trek: Discovery” and “Captain Marvel.” Beyond the …
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President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. recently signed two laws aimed at uplifting the lives of senior citizens and promoting locally-made products. Senior Citizens to Receive Increased Financial Aid One of the signed laws, Republic Act No. 12018, amends the Expanded Senior …
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The Aboitiz Group, a major Philippine conglomerate, and its European partner, Coca-Cola Europacific Partners Plc. (CCEP), have officially acquired Coca-Cola Beverages Philippines Inc. (CCBPI) for P100 billion. The transaction was finalized on Friday, February 23, 2024, after all necessary conditions …
Maria Zhang, a name now synonymous with the fierce Suki in Netflix’s live-action “Avatar: The Last Airbender,” has taken the entertainment world by storm. But before captivating audiences as the Kyoshi Warrior leader, Zhang honed her craft in short films, …
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For pork lovers in Negros, the tale of two islands unfolds: one grappling with restrictions, the other tasting the promise of normalcy. While Negros Occidental remains under the grip of an African Swine Fever (ASF) ban, its neighbor, Negros Oriental, …
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