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Bukidnon: Homegrown talents Zero Plete and Alexis Nailga performed well in the opening round of the ICTSI JPGT Championship at the Del Monte Golf Club on Wednesday. Plete took a three-stroke lead with a 75, capped by a birdie on her final hole at No. 9, ahead of Davao’s Precious Zaragosa, who shot a pair of 39s for a 78, in the girls’ 15-18 category set over 54 holes. According to Philippines News Agency, Plete expressed her strong motivation to qualify for the finals, a Ryder Cup-style event, emphasizing her focus on hitting more fairways and maintaining steadiness on the

Pangasinan: About 2,500 farmers and fisherfolk cooperatives and associations from Pangasinan have benefited from the Kadiwa ng Pangulo program from 2022 to 2024, and the Provincial Agriculture Office aims to increase this further. This initiative comes on the heels of the province being awarded the national grand winner for outstanding Kadiwa ng Pangulo implementer in the local government unit category. The awarding ceremony is scheduled to take place on Friday in Nueva Ecija. According to Philippines News Agency, provincial agriculturist Dalisay Moya expressed uncertainty regarding the cash prize amount but emphasized its importance for enhancing the province’s agriculture sector. “We

Bacolod City: The city government has partnered with seven companies to implement a near-hire training program in the business process outsourcing (BPO) sector, under the Asenso Life Skills Academy initiated by outgoing Mayor Alfredo Abelardo Benitez. Frances Mae Llamas, head of the city’s Department of Local Economic Development and Investment Promotion (D-LEDIP), stated that the collaboration is the first local government unit-led initiative in Western Visayas and Negros Island Region. According to Philippines News Agency, the initiative aims to address the skills gap in the BPO sector by providing targeted, job-ready training for near hires. The partnership represents a significant

Manila: President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. on Wednesday assured Filipino seafarers of his administration’s commitment to strengthen maritime education and improve deployment conditions to ensure their long-term development. This, as he hailed the country’s maritime workforce as a ‘global asset’ and ‘national pride.’ According to Philippines News Agency, Marcos emphasized the importance of policies that uphold the dignity of seafarers, expand their opportunities, and ensure that their contributions are matched by meaningful support both at sea and at home. He praised the Filipino maritime workers for their discipline, skill, and dedication, despite the demanding nature of their profession and work

Tagaytay City: Maritanya Krogg displayed her form Wednesday to claim victory in the women’s Youth (Under-17) category at the start of the PhilCycling Tagaytay City Criterium in Cavite. According to Philippines News Agency, Krogg, a consistent gold medalist in the PhilCycling National Road Championships, crossed the finish line on Crisanto de los Reyes Avenue in front of the new Tagaytay City Velodrome 39 seconds ahead of Yvaine Osias and almost a minute over Princess Jaydee Pancho. Krogg, winner at the Batang Pinoy Nationals, received PHP3,000 in cash. Ronald Hualda, Daniel Cortero, and Juan Carlos Barrios also ruled their respective categories