July 16, 2026 - Negros Now Daily

P24.9-M earmarked to boost NegOcc biosecurity vs RSSI

July 16, 2026

The Negros Occidental provincial government has allocated an initial P24.96- million budget to strengthen its biosecurity response against the red-striped soft scale insect (RSSI) infestation, which continues to threaten the province’s sugar industry.

Bacolod logs new ASF case

July 16, 2026

The Bacolod City Veterinary Office has recorded a new case of African swine fever (ASF) following a random sampling conducted at the slaughterhouse.

Suspects identified in rob-slay of American biologist in Sibulan

July 16, 2026

Police said July 15 that they have identified the suspects behind the robbery-homicide of world-renowned American marine biologist, Dr. Kent Carpenter, who was gunned down inside his home in Barangay Ajong, Sibulan, Negros Oriental, July 12.

New 3ID chief vows sustained campaign vs. rebel remnants

July 16, 2026

JAMINDAN, Capiz – The newly installed commander of the Philippine Army’s 3rd Infantry Division, Brig. Gen. Joey Escanillas, on Wednesday, July 15 vowed to sustain the division’s gains against communist insurgents while strengthening collaboration with local government units (LGUs) and government agencies.

Capitol to appeal CSC ruling of reinstating dismissed lawyer

July 16, 2026

The provincial government of Negros Occidental will seek a reconsideration on the Civil Service Commission (CSC) decision ordering the reinstatement of former Attorney IV Ernie Magaspag, who was dismissed from government service in 2020.

City worker issued show-cause order over free drinks demand

July 16, 2026

Bacolod Mayor Greg Gasataya confirmed July 15 that a show-cause order has been issued to a City Legal Office (CLO) employee, who allegedly engaged in power tripping in a bar at Goldenfield Commercial Complex last month.

New route eyed for garbage trucks

July 16, 2026

Bacolod Councilor Homer Bais is pushing for a new route for trucks carrying garbage for disposal to the sanitary landfill in Barangay Felisa.

Army chief tells 3ID chief to sustains gains

July 16, 2026

Philippine Army chief Lt. Gen. Antonio Nafarrete directed Brig. Gen. Joey Escanillas, the new commander of the 3rd Infantry Division (3ID), to sustain the gains achieved under his predecessor in accelerating its transition from internal security operations to territorial defense.

FU forges tie-up in China visit

July 16, 2026

Officials of Foundation University embarked on an academic mission to China, reaffirming the university’s commitment to global engagement. The delegation was composed of Victor Vicente “Dean” Sinco, university president; Charlotte Cariño, university chancellor; Lucelle Saguban, vice-chancellor for administration; and Anna Carla Merto, internationalization coordinator.

When every conversation is a conflict

July 16, 2026

Do you know someone, a good friend or relative perhaps, who turns every conversation into a competition, or worse, a conflict? I’m willing to wager that you do. Ever wish you knew how to deal with such a situation without doing irreparable harm to the relationship?

P24.9-M earmarked to boost NegOcc biosecurity vs RSSI

Bacolod logs new ASF case

Suspects identified in rob-slay of American biologist in Sibulan

New 3ID chief vows sustained campaign vs. rebel remnants

Capitol to appeal CSC ruling of reinstating dismissed lawyer

City worker issued show-cause order over free drinks demand

New route eyed for garbage trucks

Army chief tells 3ID chief to sustains gains

FU forges tie-up in China visit

When every conversation is a conflict

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P24.9-M earmarked to boost NegOcc biosecurity vs RSSI

Bacolod logs new ASF case

Suspects identified in rob-slay of American biologist in Sibulan

New 3ID chief vows sustained campaign vs. rebel remnants

Capitol to appeal CSC ruling of reinstating dismissed lawyer

City worker issued show-cause order over free drinks demand

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Bacolod logs new ASF case

New route eyed for garbage trucks

When every conversation is a conflict

Capitol to appeal CSC ruling of reinstating dismissed lawyer

FU forges tie-up in China visit

New 3ID chief vows sustained campaign vs. rebel remnants