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Members of the Kahublagan Kontra Korapsyon display placards giving the Marcos Jr. administration a “failed” mark during a press conference. “While the administration boasts of economic growth and investment figures, millions of Filipinos continue to struggle with soaring prices, stagnant incomes, heavy taxes, and worsening inequality. The true State of the Nation is not measured by glowing statistics or polished speeches, but by the daily hardships endured by ordinary Filipinos,” the group adds. KAHUBLAGAN KONTRA KORAPSYON/FACEBOOK PHOTO
Iloilo

Progressive groups to march vs corruption, rising cost of living, unfulfilled...

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Students and youth activists gather during the State of the Youth Address (SOYA) in Iloilo City on July 18, raising placards and voicing concerns over what they described as deficiencies in the Philippine education system, including classroom shortages, declining learning outcomes, inadequate education funding, and issues affecting academic freedom. The annual event serves as a platform for young Filipinos to press for reforms and greater government accountability. Photo courtesy of WVSU-Forum Dimension
Iloilo

‘STATE OF YOUTH ADDRESS’: Students cite classroom shortage, poor learning outcomes...

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Participants performed the Centipede Formation Line drill at Stage 2 of the Paghangkat it Busalian (Obstacle Course Race) at the Binirayan Swimming Pool during the opening event of the 3rd Regional Rescuelympics 2026 in San Jose de Buenavista, Antique, on July 26. The challenge tested the teams' coordination, teamwork, and agility in simulated rescue operations. PROVINCE OF ANTIQUE PHOTO
Region

Antique opens 3rd Regional Rescuelympics with obstacle race

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Director Raul E. Fernandez of the Office of Civil Defense in Western Visayas discusses the region’s disaster response preparedness during a press conference in Iloilo City, highlighting the shortage of highly trained Collapsed Structure Search and Rescue (CSSR) responders and urging local government units to invest in specialized rescue training despite its high cost.
Iloilo

SKILLED RESCUERS SCARCE; Western Visayas vulnerable to building collapses; P3-M specialized...

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RESCUE FROM RISING WATERS. Members of the Philippine Coast Guard Station Antique’s Deployable Response Team evacuate 10 residents trapped inside their homes as floodwaters rise in Barangay Funda, Hamtic, Antique on Friday, July 24. Hamtic is among the areas identified as vulnerable to flooding and rain-induced landslides. PHOTOS BY SN1 SURIAGA/COAST GUARD STATION ANTIQUE
Iloilo

Storm-enhanced ‘habagat’ batters WV; floods hit 30 Iloilo City barangays;264 villages...

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PROTEST VS PUMP PRICES. Consumers, students, and members of progressive organizations stage a picket protest outside a gasoline station in Iloilo City, demanding the repeal of the Oil Deregulation Law and opposing the latest “one-time, big-time” fuel price hike, which they warn will further drive up transportation fares, commodity prices, and the cost of living for ordinary Filipinos. ALTERMIDYA/BAYAN-Panay
Iloilo

Oil price shock fuels calls to scrap deregulation law

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Stakeholders from SM Savemart and Vista Mall, alongside guests, lead the ceremonial ribbon-cutting to mark the official opening of Savemart at Vista Mall Iloilo.
Life&Style

THE NEWEST GO-TO DESTINATION FOR ILONGGOS: SM Markets opens Savemart at...

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Atty. Sheila Artilero, head of the Capiz Provincial Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Office, leads  the province's preparations for the Regional Rescue Olympics in Antique from July 25 to 29, where the PDRRMU aims to defend its back-to-back championship titles. PIA CAPIZ PHOTO
Region

Capiz PDRRMU gears up for Regional Rescue Olympics in Antique

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Office of Civil Defense - Region 6 director Raul Fernandez says the activation of Task Force El Niño is a key step in preparing Western Visayas for the anticipated dry spell, stressing that proactive planning will enable government agencies and local government units to minimize the phenomenon’s impact on communities.
Iloilo

PAGASA warns of worsening dry spell by late 2026; OCD activates...

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Regional Director Remia Aparri of the Bureau of Fisheries and Aquatic Resources – Western Visayas addressed stakeholders during a recent orientation on the updated fisheries regulations. Participants were later asked to review the newly issued guidelines aimed at strengthening sustainable fisheries management and compliance with national standards. BFAR-6 PHOTO
Iloilo

US setback spurs WV marine mammal monitoring system; Goal: Ensure access...

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