Day: November 24, 2025

Bacolod city: The Negros Occidental Provincial Health Office (PHO) is urging the public to seek immediate medical attention if they are experiencing symptoms of leptospirosis, as case admissions increased at the Corazon Locsin Montelibano Memorial Regional Hospital (CLMMRH) here. According to Philippines News Agency, the surge in leptospirosis admissions was reported after the devastating flash floods in several cities and municipalities in central and southern Negros during Typhoon Tino (international name Kalmaegi) on Nov. 4. ‘Complications from leptospirosis can be fatal. If you have been exposed to contaminated water or soil or if you are experiencing symptoms, immediately call 1555,

Manila: The Climate Change Commission (CCC) honored exceptional women and youth leaders advancing local climate action during the 2025 Philippine Resilience Awards (PRA) on Monday in Manila. In his speech, CCC Vice Chairperson and Executive Director Robert E.A. Borje emphasized the importance of community-grounded leadership in building national resilience, stating that “the true test of resilience is not how often we rebuild, but how rarely we are broken.” According to Philippines News Agency, Borje described the honorees as central to the country’s climate response, highlighting their roles as micro-entrepreneurs, scientists, custodians of traditional knowledge, and community organizers. He emphasized that

Manila: Speaker Faustino ‘Bojie’ Dy III emphasized the need for increased support for micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs) in the Philippines, suggesting that Filipino entrepreneurs are capable of producing exceptional, high-quality products if given the necessary opportunities. This announcement was made at the launch of ‘OTOP is in the House 3.0 – B2B House Appliance Fair 2025’ held at the North Wing Lobby of the House of Representatives. According to Philippines News Agency, the Speaker pointed out that the principles of the One Town, One Product (OTOP) initiative demonstrate the potential of small, community-based enterprises in fostering inclusive growth.

Manila: Team Dirt from this city has earned the right to represent Asia at the 2026 Adventure Racing World Championship in Corsica, France, set in October next year. This was after Team Dirt emerged victorious in the La Routa Adventure Race 2025 in Biliran, clinching the title of Adventure Racing World Series (ARWS) – Asia Region Champions after completing a gruelling 300-kilometer course across the province. According to Philippines News Agency, the four-member team is composed of team captain Ericka Viojan, the only female member; navigator Nick Aquilos; Gil Pe±ero Jr.; and Hienreck Velasco. The local athletes outpaced other elite

Hamtic: The newly inaugurated rice processing systems (RPS) in the towns of Hamtic and Patnongon are anticipated to significantly enhance rice production in Antique province. According to Philippines News Agency, the two RPS, valued at PHP129 million, were developed through the Department of Agriculture-Philippine Center for Postharvest Development and Mechanization (DA-PhilMech). They have been officially handed over to the Kalipunan ng mga Magsasaka sa Patnongon (KAMAPAT) in Patnongon and the Hamtic Multi-Purpose Cooperative (MPC) in Hamtic on November 20. DA Antique coordinating office head Sonie Guanco stated that the recipient cooperatives will provide farmers with access to these facilities, which