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Beyond the celebrations, this season is a powerful reminder of hope and renewal. Let us pause to appreciate the blessings and reflect on the true gift of the season: community, kindness, and shared compassion.
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Landslides, road damage from Typhoon Tino cripple travel Typhoon Tino’s heavy rains and strong winds damaged major road networks in Western Visayas, prompting authorities to restrict vehicle access and reroute traffic.

Landslides and road damage from Typhoon #TinoPH have severely impacted travel.

But the recovery is in motion. We're hopeful as response teams are now working to clear the routes and reconnect our communities.
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NEPC targets full power restoration by weekend BACOLOD CITY — Negros Electric and Power Corp. (NEPC) Chief Operations Officer Engr. Bailey del Castillo said the power utility aims to fully energize its entire

The light at the end of the tunnel: NEPC is aiming for full power restoration by this weekend!

A hopeful sign for all families and businesses affected. #DailyGuardian

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Aklan government rejects proposed Boracay bridge project Amid growing concerns over potential harm to Boracay Island’s fragile marine ecosystem and limited carrying capacity

The Aklan government has said "no" to the proposed #Boracay bridge, in a hopeful move to protect the island's fragile ecosystem.

This decision champions sustainability over massive infrastructure.
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Ilongga scientist and UP Visayas alumna leads UPD College of Science As the University of the Philippines – Diliman College of Science (UPD-CS) enters a new era driven by guidance and innovation

An Ilongga scientist, a proud #UPVisayas alumna, is now leading the UP Diliman College of Science as its new Dean.

What an inspiring and hopeful achievement for Iloilo! #DailyGuardian

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MGEN reports safe staff, steady plant operations post-typhoon Meralco PowerGen Corporation (MGEN) affirmed the safety of its personnel and the stability of its power generation facilities following

Good news from #MGen after the typhoon: All their staff are safe.

Equally hopeful, their power plants remained operational and stable throughout the storm, ensuring a reliable power supply. A testament to resilience.
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Negros braces for Typhoon Tino; red alert raised BACOLOD CITY — At least 172 travelers were stranded and hundreds of emergency responders mobilized across Negros Island as Typhoon Tino prompted a regionwide red alert on Nov. 4.

Negros is on Red Alert status as the province prepares for Typhoon #TinoPH.

All disaster response clusters are activated, and LGUs are advised to conduct pre-emptive evacuations as needed. Stay safe!

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DOST: Iloilo needs stronger quake prep, not more monitoring systems Department of Science and Technology (DOST) Secretary Renato U. Solidum Jr. said Iloilo does not need additional earthquake monitoring systems

When it comes to earthquakes, DOST-Iloilo says preparation trumps passive monitoring.

The hopeful message: While we can't predict quakes, we can prepare for them by ensuring building safety & training our communities.

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New minimum wage rates in W. Visayas takes effect Nov. 19 A new minimum wage order for Western Visayas will take effect on Nov. 19, 2025, following the approval of Wage Order No. RBVI-29 by the National Wages and

Heads up, #WesternVisayas! New #MinimumWagePH are effective Nov. 19.

New daily rates:

Non-Agri (10+): PHP 550

Non-Agri (<=10): PHP 525

Agri: PHP 520

Kasambahay monthly rate rises to PHP 6,500.

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Negros Occidental renews push for bulk water project SILAY CITY, Negros Occidental — The Provincial Government of Negros Occidental has again presented its proposed Bulk Water Supply Project to the Sangguniang

To prevent a warned 2030 water crisis, #NegrosOccidental is renewing its push for a bulk water project.

The plan will tap surface water from the Imbang & Malogo rivers for a clean, reliable supply.

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Sarabia sees no strong grounds for ICI probe on waiting shed, overpass but… Councilor Rex Marcus Sarabia downplayed the need to investigate the waiting shed and overpass projects, saying the controversy lacks “compelling reasons” compared

Public dialogue in Iloilo yields results:

Molo waiting shed cost reduced by PHP 211,872.10.

Diversion overpass cost may be slashed from PHP 4.1M to PHP 2.8M.

#IloiloCity Councilor Sarabia says this reflects a "continuing dialogue."

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‘WINNER BY DEFAULT’: Aboitiz secures PHP5.1-B Iloilo City water project With no competing bids submitted, Aboitiz InfraCapital Inc. (AIC) has secured the PHP5.12 billion Iloilo Bulk Water Supply Project through

A PHP 5.1 billion project to secure #IloiloCity's water supply is moving forward with Aboitiz.

This 25-year partnership is a hopeful step toward ensuring a reliable water source for everyone in the city.

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Iloilo City council seeks inclusion in ICI probe Amid growing national scrutiny over flood control projects, the Iloilo City council on Oct. 29 unanimously urged the Independent

The #IloiloCity Council has formally requested the Independent Commission on Infrastructure to step in.

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FAMILY RIFT WIDENS: Suplico hits Tupas–Montesclaros kin over Iloilo flood project row A long-running political and familial rift in Iloilo’s 5th congressional district resurfaced after Board Member Rolex Suplico delivered a privilege speech titled “Cong-tractors” during the Sangguniang...

A family rift is widening over #Iloilo's flood control projects. Ex-Vice Gov. Suplico is publicly questioning his relatives involved in the issue.

A hopeful development in the ongoing push for accountability and transparency.

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LTFRB-6 says consultations, route data not its mandate The Land Transportation Franchising and Regulatory Board Region 6 (LTFRB-6) clarified that it is not mandated to conduct consultations or determine route allocation factors such as ridership data and ...

A clarification on transport planning: LTFRB-6 states that LGUs are in charge of consultations.

A hopeful step toward defining roles and fostering direct community-LGU dialogue on the routes that matter most to commuters.

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‘ROLLING, ROLLING’: City government eyes solutions for displaced ‘bolanteros’ Ahead of the reopening of Iloilo City’s major public markets, a city official said the local government is still studying options for ambulant vendors or bolanteros who will no

A hopeful development for #IloiloCity's rolling vendors. The city government is actively working on a plan to assist displaced "bolanteros."

The focus is on finding a sustainable solution that supports their livelihoods.

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Iloilo City police boost cemetery security for Undas The Iloilo City Police Office said it will strengthen security operations at four public cemeteries and several private cemeteries that traditionally draw large crowds during the observance

Planning to visit a cemetery in #IloiloCity for Undas? The ICPO is increasing police visibility to ensure everyone's safety.

A hopeful and proactive step for a peaceful and solemn commemoration.

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DSWD brings aid, services to Antique’s remote villages Around 200 underprivileged households in San Remigio, Antique received government assistance through the Department of Social Welfare and Development Region 6’s (DSWD-6) Pantawid Pamilyang Pilipino Pr...

Help is on the way for Antique's remote communities. The #DSWD is conducting outreach operations to deliver services to geographically isolated villages.

A hopeful sign of inclusive public service in action.

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FRONT PAGE FOR OCTOBER 29, 2025

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‘FOREWARNED IS FOREARMED’ DOST: Earthquake scenarios meant to inform, not to scare Earthquake and tsunami scenarios being presented for Western Visayas by authorities are not predictions but scientific projections meant to guide preparedness

A hopeful message from DOST: Those earthquake scenarios aren't meant to cause panic, but to drive preparation.

Knowledge is power. Forewarned is forearmed.

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Phivolcs warns Negros of possible 8.2 quake BACOLOD CITY – Negros Island is not spared from the threat of a massive earthquake, as the Negros Trench is capable of generating a tremor of up to magnitude 8.2, according to the Philippine Institute

A serious but hopeful reminder from #PHIVOLCS: The Negros Trench is capable of a magnitude 8.2 quake and tsunami.

Knowing the natural warning signs (shake, drop, roar) is our best tool for survival.

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Vendors worry over limited spaces, hope for better sales in new market Elena* had hoped for a larger space for her vegetable stall in the privately developed Iloilo Terminal (Super) Market — only to find that her new area was even smaller than her previous one.

#IloiloCity's new markets open tomorrow with mixed feelings from vendors.

While many are hopeful for a better environment, some are concerned about much smaller stall spaces. The spirit of "adjust adjust lang" prevails.

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‘ATON ANG MERKADO’: Vendors protest SM-led public market redevelopment Several market vendors from the Iloilo Terminal Market, joined by Kabataan Partylist and the Panay Consumers Alliance, raised their concerns during a press conference on October 28 ahead of the market...

As #IloiloCity's new markets are set to open, vendors protest, fearing displacement.

They're raising concerns over "goodwill" fees up to PHP 10,000 and the privatization of a public space.

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NIA-6 turns over housing project to 32 IP families in Calinog The National Irrigation Administration Region 6 (NIA-6) formally turned over 32 housing units to Indigenous Peoples (IP) families affected by the Jalaur

Hope and new homes in Calinog, Iloilo.

NIA-6 turned over a housing project to 32 #IndigenousPeoples families as part of the Jalaur Dam resettlement program. A promise fulfilled for the community.

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1 in 4 people still lack safe drinking water – WHO, UNICEF One in four people around the world — about 2.1 billion individuals — still lack access to safely managed drinking water, according

The latest WHO/UNICEF data is in: 1 in 4 people globally still can't access safe drinking water.

Progress is being made, but the work is far from over. A call for hope and urgent action. #CleanWater #PublicHealth

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