‘Fish tornado’ image gets to world stage
An underwater picture taken by a Filipino ocean advocate working for the protection of Tañon Strait between Negros and Cebu was “commended” in the 2017 Sony World Photography Awards.
LGU support sought vs lower criminal liability age
The Social Development Committee of the Regional Development Council (RDC) will seek local government support in opposing the reduction of the minimum age of criminal responsibility.
Drunken pa ‘burns’ 4-year-old son
A father from Malinao town was charged after accidentally dousing his 4-year-old son with gasoline while setting their house on fire. The incident resulted in the boy suffering from third-degree burns.
911 in Boracay? There’s an app for that
The Municipal Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Office (MDRRMO) of Malay is urging locals and tourists to download a 911-like mobile application used by emergency responders in the island.
Kalibo taps tricycles for tourism promos
Want to get to tourist attractions in this capital town? Try the tricycle tour with trained guides.
Fires in Antique up in 2016 – BFP
Fire incidents in Antique rose in 2016, the Bureau of Fire Protection (BFP) noted as it observes the Fire Prevention Month this March.
Boracay White Beach one of world’s best – TripAdvisor
The White Beach in this island ranked 24th among the 25 best beaches in the world, according to travel website TripAdvisor.
‘Transports strike fails to paralyze Metro Cebu’
A transport strike staged by drivers and operators on Monday to protest the planned phaseout of 15-year-old passenger jeepneys failed to paralyze public transportation in Metro Cebu, an official said.
8 Aklan students excel in dev’t comm
Eight graduating campus journalists in Aklan are set to receive this year’s Iwag Award.
Capiz, Aklan folks train on fiber prod’n
In response to the rising demand for abaca and piña fiber, farmers and processors in Capiz and Aklan provinces were trained on the production, processing and marketing of the products.