May 15, 2026 - Negros Now Daily

Hontiveros calls for full inquiry into Senate chaos

May 15, 2026

Senator Risa Hontiveros on Thursday, May 14 called for an impartial and comprehensive investigation into the chaos and reported gunfire inside the Senate, warning that any attempt to undermine legal and democratic processes could erode public trust in government institutions.

Senate’s image tarnished: guv

May 15, 2026

Negros Occidental Governor Eugenio Jose Lacson on Thursday, May 14, described the recent incident at the Senate as “embarrassing” as he joined the clamor for an impartial probe amid doubts raised by some sectors that the reported gunshots were staged.

Galbines to succeed Buzon as bishop of Bacolod Diocese

May 15, 2026

Pope Leo XIV’s has appointed Bishop Louie Galbines of Kabankalan to succeed Bishop Patricio Buzon in the Diocese of Bacolod.

No impending hazardous eruption of Kanlaon Volcano, says Phivolcs

May 15, 2026

The Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology (Phivolcs) said on Thursday, May 14 that the “banaag” or crater glow observed at Kanlaon Volcano in Negros Island should not immediately be taken as a sign of an impending hazardous eruption.

Submit post-festival report, SP tells City Tourism Office

May 15, 2026

The Sangguniang Panlungsod has required the Bacolod Tourism Office to submit a report within 60 days after every festival in the highly-urbanized city, to determine the economic and cultural impact.

Dumaguete’s iconic Spanish-era belfry restored, ready for turnover

May 15, 2026

The centuries-old iconic bell tower in Dumaguete City, Negros Oriental, is ready for turnover next month following its restoration by the National Museum of the Philippines (NMP).

SEC suspends monthly fines for late, non-filing of reports

May 15, 2026

The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) said it has suspended until Dec. 31, 2026 the imposition of monthly penalties in the late or non-filing of reportorial requirements, as it seeks to reduce transaction costs and promote the ease of doing business.

Hontiveros calls for full inquiry into Senate chaos

Senate’s image tarnished: guv

Galbines to succeed Buzon as bishop of Bacolod Diocese

No impending hazardous eruption of Kanlaon Volcano, says Phivolcs

Submit post-festival report, SP tells City Tourism Office

Dumaguete’s iconic Spanish-era belfry restored, ready for turnover

SEC suspends monthly fines for late, non-filing of reports

P164M distributed to over 70K farmers in Negros Or.

Paddle City opens in Bacolod

Negros Creative Corner at Ayala Malls opens today

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