AS I drove through the streets of Dumaguete recently, something once again caught my eye — something we’ve all seen countless times, and perhaps have
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Stop babying plastic polluters
LET’s face it—Dumaguete is drowning in its trash with the city churning out a staggering 75 tons of garbage every single day. This is where
When filial duty becomes a court order
IN A country where family is sacred and Sunday reunions are second only to religion, a bill like the Parents Welfare Act of 2025 seems
Inside DCCCO – Stories of Service, Success, and Sustainability
AT the heart of DCCCO Multipurpose Cooperative lies a powerful mission—to uplift lives, empower communities, and ensure that service extends far beyond financial transactions. With
A council of equals
IN a political climate often marred by partisanship and polarization, City Vice Mayor Estanislao “Eslao” Alviola’s declaration of a new, “open Council” signals a bold
A Silent Crisis
LAST June 10, 2025, a man was found hanging from a tree in Lower Cantil-e, Dumaguete City—a heartbreaking scene that has become all too familiar
Rizal’s unfinished revolution
JUNE 19th marks the 164th anniversary of the birth of Dr. José Rizal, a man whose pen pierced the veil of colonial injustice and awakened
Unsung Heroes
TODAY (June 15) is Father’s Day. It’s time to dust off the grill, sharpen the dad jokes, and reflect on the unique magic that fathers
A call for sustainable and reliable power in Siquijor
I HAVE witnessed firsthand the transformation and development of Siquijor since I began my journey with the province in 1982. Over the decades, I have