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Sep52025 by Romeo SubaldoNo Comments

MassKara 2025 unveils logo, theme: ‘One Smile, One City, One Heart’

The MassKara Festival 2025 formally unveiled its official logo, “Mass-Kasingkasing,” alongside the announcement of this year’s theme: “One Smile, One City, One Heart” on Friday, Sept. 5.The theme underscores the enduring spirit of Bacolod—one smile that inspires, one city that unites, and one heart that beats with pride and hope, a press release from the organizers said.The festival’s new emblem, Mass-Kasingkasing, is more than a visual mark—it represents the very heartbeat of Bacolod, it added.The elements reflect the city’s culture, arts, traditions, and history, tracing its story back to the tragic sinking of the M/V Don Juan, a pivotal moment that gave birth to the MassKara Festival as an expression of resilience and hope.The logo also pays homage to Bacolod’s rich cul...

Sep52025 by Romeo SubaldoNo Comments

Globe Celebrates You On Its 10th Year of GDay

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Globe marks the 10th anniversary of its annual GDay celebration this September with a bold promise to bring joy, rewards, and meaningful experiences closer to customers. What started as a simple thank-you a decade ago has grown into a nationwide movement, bringing together digital innovation, real-world experiences, and heartfelt surprises that celebrate the Filipino spirit.“At Globe, we believe the most meaningful rewards are the ones that feel personal, those that are made just for you,” said Bianca Wong, Vice President and Head of Feel Valued Tribe at Globe. “This GDay, we’re celebrating in a way that recognizes our customers’ diverse passions and everyday wins. Whether it’s a surprise gift or a chance to win larger than life prizes on the app, or a fan exper...

Aug282025 by Digicast NegrosNo Comments

PSA conducts training on family income and expenditure survey

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The Philippine Statistics Authority (PSA) Negros Occidental recently conducted their third level training for Machine Data Processing of 2025 Family Income and Expenditure Survey (FIES) Visit 1 at the Provincial Statistical Office of Negros Occidental.The two-day training equipped participants with the knowledge and skills necessary for the machine data processing of FIES. This is a process that plays a vital role in transforming raw household survey data into accurate, timely and reliable statistics that serve as the foundation for evidence-based policymaking and development planning, a press release from the agency said.Its primary goal is to ensure that the vast amount of information collected nationwide is processed efficiently, while upholding the highest standards of accuracy...

Aug282025 by Digicast NegrosNo Comments

NACUSIP celebrates 60th anniversary

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The National Congress of Unions in the Sugar Industry of the Philippines (NACUSIP) proudly marks a historic milestone with the celebration of its 60th Founding Anniversary, carrying the theme “Sixty Years of Solidarity: Building a Stronger Future for Labor.”Established by 17 sugar industry trade unions at the University of the Philippines Asian Labor Education Center (UP-ALEC now known as the University of the Philippines School of Labor and Industrial Relations or U.P. SOLAIR), Diliman, Quezon City on August 27-28, 1965, NACUSIP has been a steadfast champion of the Filipino sugar workers, dedicating six decades to the struggle for justice, dignity, and social protection in the labor movement. From the sugar plantations to the halls of negotiation and policy-making, NACUSIP has consist...

Aug272025 by Digicast NegrosNo Comments

Civil Society Calls for Cancellation of DENR’s Agreement with Palm Oil Firm in Candoni

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Civil society organizations, church w, indigenous groups, environmental advocates, and affected local communities are demanding the cancellation of the Integrated Forest Management Agreement (IFMA) between the Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR) and Hacienda Asia Plantation Inc. (HAPI).The call was made during a public forum entitled "Promises vs. Reality: A Public Forum on the Social and Environmental Impacts of the Palm Oil Plantation in Candoni”, held on August 26 at Vianney Hall, San Sebastian Cathedral, a press release from the group said.The forum focused on the controversy surrounding HAPI’s 6,000-hectare palm oil operation in Candoni, which has been linked to violations of environmental laws, the destruction of local livelihoods, encroachment on indigenou...

Aug262025 by Digicast NegrosNo Comments

Over 200 women benefit from gynecologic oncology mission in Sagay, neighboring towns in Northern Negros

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More than 200 women from Sagay and neighboring towns received free medical and surgical services during a two-day gynecologic oncology mission conducted by the Society of Gynecologic Oncologists of the Philippines (SGOP) at the Alfredo E. Marañon Sr. Memorial District Hospital (AEMSMDH), Aug. 22 to 23, a press release from the group said.As part of its community service program, SGOP partnered with the Philippine Obstetrical and Gynecological Society (POGS)– Negros Island Region Chapter, the Philippine College of Surgeons, and the Philippine Society of Anesthesiologists.The mission provided care for a total of 218 patients, including 96 gynecology consultations, 54 Pap smears, 19 visual inspections with acetic acid, and 49 breast examinations, with one patient requiring admission. ...

Aug252025 by Digicast NegrosNo Comments

Negros Island Freemasons join in honoring the nation’s heroes

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As the country commemorates National Heroes' Day today, August 25, Masonic District R18 – Negros Island, stands in solemn unity with the Filipino people in paying tribute to the courage, sacrifice and enduring legacy of our national heroes, a press release from the group said.“This celebration is a living reminder that the freedoms we enjoy today were bought at the cost of every life of our National Heroes,” said VW Laurence Christian J. Valdeviezo, District Deputy Grand Master of Masonic District R18 - Negros Island.“Among those heroes were men who walked the path of Freemasonry, guided by its principles of liberty, equality and fraternity”, he said. He said their district proudly highlights the deep historical ties between Freemasonry and the Philippine...

Aug252025 by Digicast NegrosNo Comments

New Leadership at Marapara Rotary

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President April Kitagawa affixes a Rotary emblem to past president Virgil Rupert “Igie” Villarosa’s lapel.*The Rotary Club of Bacolod-Marapara welcomed its 33rd president, April Kitagawa, along with the newly appointed officers for Rotary Year 2025–2026, during induction and turnover ceremonies held recently at The Upper East House, Bacolod City.Kitagawa and her officers were formally sworn in by Ronnie Gabalda, past district governor of Rotary District 3850, who served as the inducting officer.Outgoing president Virgil Rupert “Igie” Villarosa ceremonially passed the gavel to Kitagawa, marking the official transfer of leadership and responsibility.In her acceptance remarks, Kitagawa thanked fellow Rotarians for their support and shared her enthusiasm for the yea...

Aug212025 by Digicast NegrosNo Comments

Moises Padilla inaugurates ₱3.7M crisis center for women and children

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Moises Padilla Mayor Ella Garcia Yulo ( 2nd from left) and Vice Mayor Pimpoy Yulo (right) led the inauguration of the town's crisis center.* Moises Padilla FB page photoThe local government of Moises Padilla inaugurated and blessed its new ₱3.7-million Municipal Crisis Center on Tuesday, August 19, 2025.Mayor Ella Celestina D. Garcia-Yulo and Vice Mayor Pimpoy Yulo led the ceremony, joined by members of the Sangguniang Bayan, a press release from Moises Padilla said.The blessing was officiated by Rev. Fr. Gabriel Moncada and Rev. Fr. Jose Gerson Te-ad.The new facility will serve as a safe haven for women and children who are victims of abuse or are facing personal crises. It will offer them protection and crucial support, the mayor said.Funded by the town’s 20 pe...

Aug172025 by Digicast NegrosNo Comments

MMTM 2025 reveals 26 official teen candidates

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The journey to the crown begins. Mister and Miss Teen MassKara 2025 officially announced the 26 official candidates during The Reveal event at SM City Bacolod Atrium Sunday afternoon, August 17.The 13 official female candidates are Princess Shane Yvy Corral, Zhylle Victoria Ubamos, Charie Anne Adayo, Aleena Marie Roesler, Stacey Dominique Latigo, Alexandrea Bless Imperial, Xyla Erojo, Ana Yzabelle Berbenzana, Jamie Elise Gutheil, Ruby Mae Go, Sherie Mae Perez, Angel Shruti Reddy, and Gabrielle Gison.The 13 official male candidates are Kevin Rey Guanzon, Robert Rognel Guinanao, Linus Tristan Agtaran, Eljohn Areenia Jopson, Isaiah Francis Estrada, John Michael Torreste, Kert Manuel Gelera, Jechonias Manzano, Lance Coby Coquilla, Chad Luis Arroyo, John Cediel Estaniel, ...