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CEBU SUSPENDS FACE-TO-FACE CLASSES AMID HAZARDOUS HAZECEBU CITY — Face-to-face classes in Cebu City have been suspended ...
02/09/2026

CEBU SUSPENDS FACE-TO-FACE CLASSES AMID HAZARDOUS HAZE

CEBU CITY — Face-to-face classes in Cebu City have been suspended amid deteriorating air quality caused by transboundary haze from Indonesia.

The Cebu City Government announced the suspension of in-person classes in public and private schools starting **2:00 p.m. Wednesday, September 2, until Thursday, September 3**, as air quality levels reached unhealthy to very unhealthy conditions.

The haze has been linked to forest fires in Kalimantan, Indonesia, with elevated PM2.5 levels recorded across Metro Cebu. DENR-EMB 7 has advised residents, particularly children, senior citizens, and those with respiratory conditions, to limit outdoor exposure.

Parents and students are advised to monitor announcements from their respective schools and local government units for further updates.

FATAL SHOOTING OF FOREIGNER AND FILIPINA PARTNER IN BARANGAY BAJUMPANDANDumaguete City, Negros Oriental — A German natio...
02/09/2026

FATAL SHOOTING OF FOREIGNER AND FILIPINA PARTNER IN BARANGAY BAJUMPANDAN

Dumaguete City, Negros Oriental — A German national and a Filipina woman were found dead following an apparent shooting inside their Barangay Bajumpandan home early Wednesday morning, September 2, 2026. Responding police officers are on the scene investigating the circumstances surrounding the deaths. Further updates will follow as the investigation develops

HAZE REPORTED OVER PARTS OF PANAY, NEGROS, AND SOME AREA IN MANILAHazy conditions are being observed across parts of Pan...
02/09/2026

HAZE REPORTED OVER PARTS OF PANAY, NEGROS, AND SOME AREA IN MANILA

Hazy conditions are being observed across parts of Panay, Negros, and Metro Manila, with some residents noticing a feeling of heaviness in the air and experiencing allergy symptoms.

Residents are advised to take precautions by keeping windows and doors closed when haze levels are noticeable and ensuring proper air circulation indoors.

Those who are more sensitive, particularly the elderly, pregnant women, children, and people with allergies or respiratory conditions, are encouraged to wear masks when going outdoors.

Let’s stay safe, protect our air quality, and pray that the haze clears soon.

OVER ₱2 MILLION WORTH OF SMUGGLED CI******ES SEIZED, SURRENDERED IN NEGROS OCCIDENTALAuthorities seized and received the...
01/09/2026

OVER ₱2 MILLION WORTH OF SMUGGLED CI******ES SEIZED, SURRENDERED IN NEGROS OCCIDENTAL

Authorities seized and received the voluntary surrender of smuggled ci******es worth over ₱2 million across Negros Occidental on August 31, 2026.

At San Carlos Seaport, authorities intercepted a van carrying 33 master cases or 1,980 reams of Native ci******es valued at ₱1.98 million and arrested two men from Cebu.

In Escalante City, a businessman surrendered 20 reams of Camel ci******es worth ₱12,000, while a vendor in Candoni turned over 10 reams of Bosqu ci******es valued at ₱6,000.

The confiscated and surrendered ci******es were documented and turned over to authorities for proper disposition.

Via Premier News Ventures

CONG. JANICE DEGAMO AMONG LAWMAKERS WITH PERFECT ATTENDANCE IN CONGRESSNegros Oriental 3rd District Representative Janic...
01/09/2026

CONG. JANICE DEGAMO AMONG LAWMAKERS WITH PERFECT ATTENDANCE IN CONGRESS

Negros Oriental 3rd District Representative Janice Degamo has maintained a perfect attendance record in the House of Representatives, reflecting her commitment to fulfilling her legislative duties and representing her constituents.

Her consistent presence in congressional sessions underscores her dedication to participating in deliberations, committee work, and other official proceedings concerning national and local concerns.

The achievement highlights Rep. Degamo’s focus on ensuring that the voice and interests of the 3rd District of Negros Oriental are consistently represented in Congress.

BUREAU OF IMMIGRATION NABS US FUGITIVEThe Bureau of Immigeation has arrested a foreign national wanted for crimes abroad...
30/08/2026

BUREAU OF IMMIGRATION NABS US FUGITIVE

The Bureau of Immigeation has arrested a foreign national wanted for crimes abroad. The BI reaffirmed their stance that the Philippines will never become a haven for foreign criminals on the run from foreign authorities.

27/08/2026

PRAY FOR NEPAL 🙏

NEPAL IS FACING A DEVASTATING TRAGEDY AFTER CATASTROPHIC FLASH FLOODS SWEPT THROUGH COMMUNITIES NEAR THE NEPAL-TIBET BORDER, LEAVING HUNDREDS DEAD OR MISSING.

The disaster, believed to have been triggered by a massive collapse of ice, rock, and debris in the Himalayan region, unleashed destructive floods that washed away homes, roads, bridges, and entire communities. Search and rescue operations are continuing as authorities race against time to find survivors.

Among those missing are local residents and foreign visitors who were in the affected mountainous areas for trekking and pilgrimage.

As Nepal mourns its victims and rescue teams continue their difficult work, the world stands in solidarity with the Nepalese people.

EYES HERE NEGROS PICKLEBALLERS Congressman Benitez announces ₱1M pickleball tournament in Negros Occidental. The ₱1M Ben...
25/08/2026

EYES HERE NEGROS PICKLEBALLERS

Congressman Benitez announces ₱1M pickleball tournament in Negros Occidental. The ₱1M Benitez Cup is set to begin on October 16!

TREE PLANTING WITHOUT CONFIDINTIAL FUND IN 2026Former OVP special disbursing officer Gina Acosta said tree-planting acti...
24/08/2026

TREE PLANTING WITHOUT CONFIDINTIAL FUND IN 2026

Former OVP special disbursing officer Gina Acosta said tree-planting activities were among those covered by confidential funds, as security personnel needed to conduct surveillance before such events to ensure the vice president’s safety.

During the proceedings, Atty. Amando Ligutan presented a photo from Vice President Sara Duterte’s August 13, 2026, tree-planting activity in Nunungan, Lanao del Norte, and asked whether the OVP had confidential funds for 2026.

Acosta confirmed that there were none.

The defense objected to the use of the photo, arguing that it was irrelevant because the activity took place in 2026, outside the period covered by the articles of impeachment.

Ligutan then pointed out that the tree-planting activity was successfully conducted despite the OVP having no confidential funds for 2026.

Via batasph

NEW NAMES SURFACE IN ALLEGED OVP CONFIDENTIAL FUNDS RELEASEFormer Office of the Vice President (OVP) Special Disbursing ...
24/08/2026

NEW NAMES SURFACE IN ALLEGED OVP CONFIDENTIAL FUNDS RELEASE

Former Office of the Vice President (OVP) Special Disbursing Officer Gina Acosta admitted that she did not personally witness former Vice Presidential security aide Col. Raymund Dante Lachica distribute confidential funds to individuals whose names appeared on signed acknowledgement receipts.

According to Acosta, she was not present during the actual distribution, explaining that Col. Lachica was responsible for carrying out the confidential operations.

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