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‘What’s in it for us?’ Watchdog slams Iloilo budget feud

By Juliane Judilla ILOILO CITY — Anti-corruption group Kahublagan Kontra Kurapsyon (KKK)-Panay has weighed in on the escalating political tensions in Iloilo City over office budget allocations, calling the dispute a distraction from the pressing concerns of ordinary Ilonggos. The group’s press statement comes amid controversy over the proposed 2027 budget of the Office of

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Iloilo strengthens breastfeeding campaign against child malnutrition

ILOILO CITY – The Iloilo Provincial Health Office (IPHO) intensified its campaign to promote breastfeeding, improve child nutrition and combat malnutrition during the Provincial Breastfeeding Congress 2026 on Nov. 4. The congress brought together municipal health officers, barangay nutrition scholars (BNSs), frontline nutrition workers, breastfeeding advocates, representatives of academic institutions and

Mariela Angella Oladive•November 6, 2026

Iloilo strengthens breastfeeding campaign against child malnutrition

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Negros remembers Typhoon Tino; 34 still missing

BACOLOD CITY – The Negros Occidental provincial government commemorated the first anniversary of Typhoon Tino, which left 106 people dead and 34 others missing across Negros Island, with a Holy Mass at the Social Hall of the Provincial Capitol Building here on Wednesday, Nov. 4. Gov. Eugenio Jose Lacson led the

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No. 83 Australian upsets Novak Djokovic at Paris Masters

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PLDT, Creamline clash with PVL winning streaks at stake

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Dance Highlights in Iloilo for National Arts Month: National Artist for Dance Agnes Locsin and Ballet Manila’s ‘Ibong Adarna’

By Vic Salas Ilonggo dance enthusiasts had a rare treat last October during the Iloilo Arts Festival. First, on Oct. 17, National Artist for Dance Agnes Locsin, a Davaoeña, opened an exhibition of her works at the Iloilo Museum of Contemporary Art (ILOMOCA) and gave a workshop and an artist’s talk. Then, barely a week

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Raising a Healthy Child: Family life and surroundings provide holistic care

November 5, 2026

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EU education fair opens scholarship pathways for Filipino students

November 5, 2026

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PSA Iloilo forum spotlights student-led data innovations

November 5, 2026

Japanese Film Festival brings free screenings to Iloilo

November 5, 2026

ENVIRONMENT

BENEATH THE CANOPY AND CAVES Bulabog Putian National Park: Iloilo’s hidden forest treasure

November 4, 2026

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Viral vlog leads to rescue of five wild ducks in Iloilo

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November 6, 2026

The General Services Office’s latest report offers some relief: water volume across Iloilo City’s shallow wells remains stable. With PAGASA projecting a strong El Niño stretching into the first half of 2027, Engr. Neil Ravena and his team are making the right call by moving early to test more than 1,000 wells in 25 vulnerable barangays. Checking

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‘What’s in it for us?’ Watchdog slams Iloilo budget feud

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Two UPV alumni earn TOSP honors; one advances nationally

PSA Guimaras serves 150 clients during open house

Western Visayas carton collection nears 17.5 metric tons

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‘What’s in it for us?’ Watchdog slams Iloilo budget feud

WHO APPROVED WHAT? VM Baronda, budget office clash over 2027 cuts

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COA flags idle Super Health Center in Barotac Viejo

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Iloilo strengthens breastfeeding campaign against child malnutrition