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Participants line up for freebies from partners of Mercury Drug Foundation.

Mercury Drug Foundation holds NCD awareness walk in Negros Occidental

Jun 03, 2026

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Police: Independence Day celebration in Western Visayas peaceful, orderly

Police: Independence Day celebration in Western Visayas peaceful, orderly

Jun 13, 2026

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Over 5,000 security personnel deployed for Independence Day celebration in Western Visayas

Over 5,000 security personnel deployed for Independence Day celebration in Western Visayas

Jun 12, 2026

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Personnel from the Armed Forces of the Philippines, Philippine National Police, Philippine Coast Guard, Bureau of Fire Protection, Office of Civil Defense, Provincial Government of Iloilo, and local government units prepare for the Interagency Territorial Defense Operations Exercise Pag-ugyon 2026 scheduled on June 16 and 17 in Miagao and San Joaquin, Iloilo, aimed at testing interoperability, operational readiness, and coordinated response to disaster and security-related scenarios.

Iloilo to host first interagency territorial defense exercise in Visayas

Jun 11, 2026

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A MOTORCYCLE rider was killed on the spot, while his passenger died at the hospital, after their motorcycle collided with a pickup along South Road Properties in Cebu City at around 2:10 p.m. on Saturday, June 13, 2026. (Contributed)

2 dead after motorcycle collides with pickup in Cebu City

Jun 13, 2026

Senior citizen, PWD cash gift payout extended until June 12

Senior citizen, PWD cash gift payout extended until June 12

Jun 08, 2026

Byron Garcia posts P108,000 bail, alleges police maltreatment after arrest

Byron Garcia posts P108,000 bail, alleges police maltreatment after arrest

15 hours ago

3 dead following powerful earthquake in Mindanao

Mindanao quake damage tops P1B as death toll rises to 61

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Jun 10, 2026

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Jun 10, 2026

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The Purpose Driven King: An Interview with Larz Kent Dawson

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Jun 09, 2026

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Local News (ILOILO)

Police: Independence Day celebration in Western Visayas peaceful, orderly

Police: Independence Day celebration in Western Visayas peaceful, orderly

Jun 13, 2026

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Evidence seized from two suspected drug personalities arrested during a buy-bust operation conducted by operatives of the Police Regional Office in Western Visayas (PRO 6) in Barangay Zone 2, Estancia, Iloilo on June 11, 2026. Authorities confiscated about 210 grams of suspected shabu worth P1.428 million and arrested a high-value individual and his live-in partner who now face charges for violating Republic Act 9165. (Photo courtesy of PRO 6)

2 drug suspects nabbed, P1.4M 'shabu' seized in Iloilo

Jun 12, 2026

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P3.77-M 'shabu' seized in Jaro buy-bust

P3.77-M 'shabu' seized in Jaro buy-bust

Jun 12, 2026

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3ID chief urges public to protect peace on Independence Day

3ID chief urges public to protect peace on Independence Day

Jun 12, 2026

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Over 5,000 security personnel deployed for Independence Day celebration in Western Visayas

Over 5,000 security personnel deployed for Independence Day celebration in Western Visayas

Jun 12, 2026

2 min read

Personnel from the Armed Forces of the Philippines, Philippine National Police, Philippine Coast Guard, Bureau of Fire Protection, Office of Civil Defense, Provincial Government of Iloilo, and local government units prepare for the Interagency Territorial Defense Operations Exercise Pag-ugyon 2026 scheduled on June 16 and 17 in Miagao and San Joaquin, Iloilo, aimed at testing interoperability, operational readiness, and coordinated response to disaster and security-related scenarios.

Iloilo to host first interagency territorial defense exercise in Visayas

Jun 11, 2026

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P2.8M 'shabu,' firearm seized; 6 drug suspects arrested in Iloilo

P2.8M 'shabu,' firearm seized; 6 drug suspects arrested in Iloilo

Jun 11, 2026

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15 wanted persons in Western Visayas arrested in manhunt operations

15 wanted persons in Western Visayas arrested in manhunt operations

Jun 11, 2026

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Lifestyle (ILOILO)

Ilonggo delicacies a big hit at 2026 International Cities of Gastronomy Fest in Macau

Ilonggo delicacies a big hit at 2026 International Cities of Gastronomy Fest in Macau

Mar 23, 2026

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ILOILO. Over 1,000 runners are expected to join Festive Walk Iloilo’s biggest in-mall run on November 8, promoting wellness, inclusivity, and community spirit in partnership with Run Iloilo.

Over 1,000 runners to join Festive Walk Iloilo’s biggest in-mall run

Nov 07, 2025

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ILOILO. Wolfgang’s Steakhouse is set to open its first branch in Iloilo City inside Megaworld’s Iloilo Business Park, marking another milestone in its expansion in the Philippines.

Wolfgang’s Steakhouse to open first Iloilo branch at Megaworld’s Iloilo Business Park

Apr 26, 2025

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Business (ILOILO)

Iloilo City bids for Micecon 2027

Iloilo City bids for Micecon 2027

May 06, 2026

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Iloilo City women entrepreneurs get boost thru packaging technology support

Iloilo City women entrepreneurs get boost thru packaging technology support

Mar 19, 2026

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Carelon PH opens doors to senior workers amid rising aging population

Carelon PH opens doors to senior workers amid rising aging population

Nov 18, 2025

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Iloilo City opens new Central and Terminal Markets

Iloilo City opens new Central and Terminal Markets

Nov 04, 2025

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More Power wins CSR Company of the Year at 2025 Asia CEO Awards

More Power wins CSR Company of the Year at 2025 Asia CEO Awards

Oct 25, 2025

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ILOILO. Lawyer Richard Nethercott, former President and CEO of the Independent Electricity Market Operator of the Philippines (IEMOP), joins billionaire Enrique Razon Jr.’s Primelectric Holdings, Inc. as corporate chief operations officer, bringing his extensive energy sector experience to the company’s expanding power distribution operations.

Ex-IEMOP chief joins Razon’s Primelectric as COO

Oct 05, 2025

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TOURISM AWARD. Megaworld Hotels & Resorts received the inaugural Tourism Industry Excellence Award from the Department of Tourism (DOT), making it the first hospitality group to earn the recognition. The award recognizes the company as one of the country’s largest hotel operators and its status as the Philippines’ first Muslim-friendly hotel chain, certified by CrescentRating. The group has also implemented the Sampaguita Project, which incorporates the Philippine national flower into hotel experiences and services. DOT Secretary Christina Frasco, along with Undersecretaries Verna Esmeralda Buensuceso and Maria Rica Bueno, presented the award to Megaworld Hotels & Resorts Group General Manager Arturo Boncato Jr. and Managing Director Cleofe Albiso. (2nd from right).

Megaworld Hotels & Resorts receives DOT’s Tourism Industry Excellence Award

Sep 11, 2025

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MEGAWORLD. Megaworld Lifestyle Malls is opening new commercial projects in Taguig, Makati, Las Piñas City, and Boracay this year, adding over 30,000 square meters of retail space as part of its goal to reach one million square meters of gross leasable area by 2030.

Megaworld expands retail portfolio with new malls in key cities, Boracay

Sep 11, 2025

2 min read

Opinion (ILOILO)

Tell it to SunStar: Fiery dawn in Iloilo

Oct 15, 2019

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Sports (ILOILO)

12th Iloilo Bike Festival kicks off

12th Iloilo Bike Festival kicks off

Jun 05, 2026

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Iloilo Bike fest set in June

Iloilo Bike fest set in June

May 20, 2026

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Baronda facilitates cash aid for Palarong Pambansa athletes

May 15, 2026

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ILOILO. Tottenham Hotspur Football Club coaches Shannon Moloney and Lily Jervis lead football drills with students and teachers at Guimbal National High School in Iloilo under AIA Philippines’ AIA Healthiest Schools program.

Tottenham coaches lead football clinic in Iloilo

Nov 07, 2025

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Ateneo de Iloilo students shine at International Math Competitions, bag multiple medals

Ateneo de Iloilo students shine at International Math Competitions, bag multiple medals

Jul 25, 2024

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Western Visayas claims 2nd place in 2024 Palarong Pambansa medal tally

Western Visayas claims 2nd place in 2024 Palarong Pambansa medal tally

Jul 14, 2024

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CEBU. Western Visayas (Region VI) defeated Bicol Region (Region V) in a thrilling three-set match, 21-19, 21-17, 21-8, in the Palarong Pambansa Badminton Elementary Boys' category at the Metro Sports Center Thursday, July 11, 2024.

Western Visayas secures 5th place in Palarong Pambansa medal tally with 31 medals

Jul 12, 2024

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ILOILO. Iloilo emerges as the overall champion in the 2024 Western Visayas Regional Athletic Association (WVRAA) Meet, with impressive medal hauls at both the elementary and secondary levels.

Iloilo claims overall championship in 2024 WVRAA Meet

May 08, 2024

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Entertainment (ILOILO)

Cecile Licad returns to Iloilo City, shares world-class music

Cecile Licad returns to Iloilo City, shares world-class music

Oct 07, 2025

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Alexie Brooks of Iloilo wins Miss Eco International 2025 in Egypt

Alexie Brooks of Iloilo wins Miss Eco International 2025 in Egypt

Apr 21, 2025

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ILOILO. Mayor Jerry Treñas with Miss Universe Philippines 2020 Rubiya Mateo. (Photo courtesy of Mayor Jerry Treñas)

All the firsts for Miss Universe Philippines 2020 winner Rabiya Mateo

Oct 25, 2020

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Feature (ILOILO)

TRANSCOM OPENS RECRUITMENT HUB. Iloilo City Mayor Jerry Treñas (fourth from left) leads the ribbon cutting of the Transcom Iloilo Recruitment Hub, along with (from left) Transcom Senior Director for Talent Acquisition Melvin Peralta, Vice President for Talent Acquisition in the Americas and Asia Pacific (AAPAC) Region Jaymarie Altura, Vice President for Operations Andrea Kristina Resurreccion, and PHINMA University of Iloilo Chief Operating Officer Martin Benedict Perez, at the third floor of the Festive Mall in Iloilo Business Park, Iloilo City, on Friday, June 20, 2025.

Transcom Iloilo launches recruitment hub in Festive Mall

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Jun 22, 2025

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‘Oh My G! It’s G DAY Everyday!’: Globe Telecom introduces exciting all-new rewards to loyal consumers in celebration of G DAY 2024.

‘Oh My G! It’s G DAY Everyday!’: Globe Telecom introduces exciting all-new rewards to loyal consumers in celebration of G DAY 2024

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Sep 16, 2024

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Philippine Airlines representatives, along with Filipino Paralympians, pose for a group photo during the send-off dinner. The Paralympians are set to compete in the 2024 Paris Paralympics, with PAL’s support. (Contributed photo)

PAL supports Filipino Paralympians at the 2024 Paris Paralympics

Aug 28, 2024

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World's largest halal showcase to be held virtually in September

World's largest halal showcase to be held virtually in September

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Aug 26, 2021

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