By Ryan Mostar and Paulo DS Papa THE devastation left by Typhoon Tino in Cebu this week has drawn parallels to Typhoon Kristine, which caused severe flooding in Naga City and nearby towns in October 2024. Both storms brought torrential rains that submerged homes, displaced thousands, and exposed persistent gaps in local disaster preparedness. The National Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Council (NDRRMC) recorded at least 52 confirmed deaths from Typhoon Tino, while mor

GARCHITORENA, Camarines Sur --- A barangay councilor was arrested in a buy-bust operation conducted by joint operatives of the Camarines Sur Police Provincial Drug Enforcement Unit (PDEU) and the Provincial Intelligence Unit (PIU) under the supervision of Police Col Virgilio O. Olalia Jr., Provincial Director of the Camarines Sur Police Provincial Office (CSPPO), on the evening of November 4, 2025 in Barangay 3, Garchitorena, Camarines Sur. The suspect, known by the alias “Do

By Paulo DS Papa An alleged mentally ill woman in Naga City may face an arson charge after a fire broke out Sunday afternoon, Nov. 2, at Palmera Village, Zone 4, Sitio Salunguigui, Barangay Cararayan. According to the Bureau of Fire Protection (BFP), through Deputy City Fire Marshal F/INSP Erwin Verzosa, about five houses made of light materials and occupied by the San Jose family were razed by the blaze. Initial investigation revealed that a certain Kristie, who is reportedl

By Ana-liza S. Macatangay Nestled at the border of Ragay Gulf, the quaint coastal town of Pasacao in the province of Albay proudly claims its bragging right of being the “summer capital of Camarines Sur” with its promising tourist destinations. Months under his new term, Pasacao Mayor Niño Tayco ensures that one of his administration’s priorities is to further boost and promote their tourism industry, setting a benchmark for others to follow. With its unspoiled beaches and fl

(PCSO sponsorship helps the Dance For A Cause achieve its life changing objectives) Ateneo de Naga and Universidad de Santa Isabel Batch ’78 have built what is now a proud and unique legacy — the STAYING ALIVE franchise. Following the phenomenal success of its debut run, STAYING ALIVE Part 2 proved to be equally triumphant, solidifying the event as one of the most anticipated alumni-led productions in the region. With STAYING ALIVE 3 already on the horizon, Batch ’78 stands a

NAGA CITY — The spirit of discipline, respect, and excellence is set to ignite once more as the 4th Naga College Foundation (NCF) Presidential Cup: The Mario Villanueva National Open Invitational Karatedo Championship unfolds on November 8, 2025, at Robinsons Naga. Karatekas from across the Philippines — from nearby provinces to regions beyond Bicol — will clash in a showcase of strength, precision, and sportsmanship. Organized by the NCF Tigers Karatedo Team, the official va

THE statement of Public Works Secretary Vince Dizon that several officials and contractors involved in anomalous flood control projects in Bulacan may be jailed by Christmas marks a bold and unprecedented turn in the fight against corruption in the Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH). According to a report by Joseph Morong of GMA Integrated News, Dizon identified former DPWH Bulacan 1st District Engineer Henry Alcantara, former Assistant District Engineer Brice Her

Mag-andam Torrential rains are raging all over the city; and that’s the local government’s message to the public. What does it even mean? If you think, we can’t google that, think again. I got this from Wiksyunaryo. Andam (simpleng kapanahunan andám, presenteng kapanahunan nag-aandám, nag-aging kapanahunan nag-andám). panhiro. pagpriparar sa paabuton; pag-abang. Now, I’m sure that I’m understanding the word correctly. It turns out that “andam” means to prepare for somet

Winning feels good—but it feels even better when the victory stands for something larger than oneself. When I learned that my abstract had topped this year’s Ocean Centres Philippines (OCP) Call for Abstracts for Capacity Development in Maritime Education, I realized it was more than a personal milestone. It was a reflection of how Filipino maritime educators and researchers are helping chart a more sustainable and innovation-driven future for the maritime world. The OCP Call

Tanda nindo si pirming pagirumdom sato na ubuson ang maluto o kakanon sa plato, dai magtada, ta dakul taong nagugutom. Sa pilosopong sisimbagon, ano man koneksyon kan kakanon sa plato ta? Na kung inubos, mayo nang magugutom? Ngonian na bulan nin Noviembre sa paagi kan Proclamation No. 524 s. 2004 ang National Rice Awareness Month tanganing tawan honra asin pagrekonosir kan importancia nin bagas o paroy sa satong kultura asin pang-oroaldaw na buhay bilang mga Pilipino. Saro sa

Kung ang mga plaza sa New York, Sa Paris, asin sa Manila, namumulaag sa grabeng Liwanag kan mga bombilya kaya magayon na pasyaran ang mga Plaza lalo na kung bangui. Alagad naiiba ang Plaza Rizal kaidtong mga inot na aldao na mas bantog ini sa apod na lugar nin mga makuapo ni Rizal. Ang boot sabihon kan makuapo ni rizal iyo ang mga kababaihan na nagpapa arkila nin buhay na laman sa kantidad sanang sanggatos ang kada payo. Dai maisihan kung tinutuyo kan City Hall kaidto na

Atty. Paolo Tolentino Patagong recording kontra sa taga-LGU Maray na aldaw po. Ako po si Dennis, isang small business owner igdi samuya. Tuwing may fiesta sa barangay, may mga taga-LGU na lumalapit samin, humihingi kuno nin “donasyon” para sa event. Pero sa totoo lang, parang dai man talaga kusang-loob. Sinasabihan pa kami na kung dai magbigay, baka raw mahirapan mag-renew nin business permit. Gusto ko lang po klaruhon, Atty., pwede po ba ako mag-record nin conversation para

By Fr. Roy Cimagala WE should not be surprised if Christ used what we may consider as harsh words to make us follow him. With all our weaknesses and limitations, there is no way but for him to use these strong words to keep us on the right track and not to get lost in our earthly journey toward heaven, our ultimate goal. This was expressed, for example, in that gospel episode where he told the crowd: “If anyone comes to me without hating his father and mother, wife and childr

By Rhaydz B. Barcia LEGAZPI CITY --- As local government units in Bicol brace for Severe Tropical Storm Tino, the Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) has allotted P184,090,500.75 worth of food and non-food items to assist families that may be affected by the weather disturbance. DSWD Bicol Regional Director Norman S. Laurio said the department has prepared a total of 212,320 Family Food Packs (FFPs) and 20,353 Non-Food Items (NFIs), valued at P184,090,500.75,

By Connie Calipay LEGAZPI CITY --- As families hustle to clean tombs, arrange vibrant flowers, and prepare for solemn visits to their departed loved ones, a dedicated team from the Bureau of Fisheries and Aquatic Resources in Bicol (BFAR-5) gathered to pay homage to the marine mammals that have tragically met their end along the breathtaking shores of the region. Rowena Briones, spokesperson for BFAR-Bicol, unveiled the existence of a unique cetacean cemetery, a solemn restin