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Negros occidental: Negros Occidental Governor Eugenio Jose Lacson on Monday congratulated the new set of local government officials in the province as they begin a new three-year term, encouraging them to work together for ‘a stronger, more progressive and united Negros Occidental.’ According to Philippines News Agency, Lacson, who is serving his third and final term, emphasized the importance of integrity, compassion, and a genuine commitment to constituents in his statement. On the same day, the governor took his oath of office with the elected officials of San Carlos City, his hometown where he previously served as mayor. Lacson and

Manila: The Philippines takes pride in hosting the FIVB Volleyball Men’s World Championship (FIVB MWCH) as the tournament provides an opportunity to show the world that the country is part of the international field. ‘It is a rare privilege to host such a world event especially the country’s popular sports, like volleyball, and I am happy to see a lot of people who are very interested in volleyball. I am very thankful to all of you, for all your all-out support,” presidential son William Vincent Marcos said in his speech at the ‘Spike for a Cause’ fundraising dinner and fashion

Quezon city: Mayor Joy Belmonte vowed to deliver bigger reforms, including a flood-free and more inclusive city, as she took her oath of office on Monday, marking the start of her third and final term as the city’s chief executive. According to Philippines News Agency, in her inaugural speech, Belmonte recalled the past achievements of the city in her last two terms, as she laid out an ambitious roadmap aimed at making the city not only more progressive but also more inclusive, resilient, and prepared for future challenges. Belmonte emphasized addressing the city’s flooding issues as part of the broader

Baguio: Media practitioners took time out of their usual schedule and shut down their computers to plant and nurture trees during an activity that aimed to expose them and their families to forest and environment protection on Monday. According to Philippines News Agency, the tree planting activity, dubbed “Eco-Walk,” was conducted by the Baguio Correspondents and Broadcasters Club (BCBC) in celebration of the organization’s 62nd anniversary. This initiative not only commemorates Arbor Month but also serves as a tribute to the lives lost during the magnitude 7.7 earthquake that struck Baguio and northern Luzon on July 16, 1990. The earthquake

Sorsogon: The Sorsogon provincial government has provided financial assistance to eight former rebels as part of its ongoing reintegration program, aimed at promoting peace, reconciliation, and inclusive development throughout the province. According to Philippines News Agency, the Sorsogon Provincial Information Office released a statement on social media, where Governor Jose Edwin Hamor reaffirmed his commitment to fostering peace in the province during his term. “This initiative is part of the provincial government’s sustained campaign against insurgency and aims to create a safer, more peaceful and more prosperous Sorsogon in the future under the 7K Katrangkiluhan program,” he stated. The 7K