By I. Inojales | 09:20 AM August 95, 2026 Bohol 2nd District Rep. Maria Vanessa Aumentado was removed as chairperson of the House Committee on […]
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Chiz seeks to make gambling ad, sponsorship ban permanent to curb addiction
Senator Francis “Chiz” Escudero has proposed a nationwide ban on gambling-related advertisements and sponsorships to curb excessive and irresponsible gambling behavior while protecting minors and other vulnerable groups.
World Bank approves $250.87-M loan for water, sanitation projects in Bohol, Siargao, Jolo
The World Bank has approved a $250.87-million loan to expand and improve water supply and sanitation services in Bohol, Siargao and Jolo, areas facing unreliable water access, droughts and flooding.
Warning out on unauthorized lipsticks containing mercury impurities
Beware: Toxic mercury is not restricted to contraband skin lighteners; it has also been detected in some lipsticks. Because these products are applied to the lips, users face a direct ingestion risk of mercury, a potent neurotoxin that is banned in cosmetics.
Gov. Aris Aumentado sees hope in Marcos’ 2026 Sona, calls for stronger tourism initiatives
Bohol Governor Erico Aristotle “Aris” Aumentado expressed optimism over President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr.’s 2026 State of the Nation Address (Sona), describing it as a message delivered at a time when the Philippines is facing significant domestic and global challenges.
Rep. Alexie Besas-Tutor backs key Sona priorities, pushes CHNM amendment and longer PRC ID validity
Bohol 3rd District Representative Alexie Besas-Tutor expressed support for several key priorities outlined by President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. during his fifth State of the Nation Address (Sona), while reaffirming her commitment to advancing legislative measures that directly benefit Boholanos.
Petron to build P340-M aviation fuel hub at Bohol-Panglao Airport
Aboitiz InfraCapital Bohol Airport Corp. (ABAC) has selected Petron Corporation to build and operate a P340-million aviation fuel hub at the Bohol-Panglao International Airport (BPIA), a major infrastructure project aimed at supporting the airport’s growing number of flights and passengers.
San Juan City, Tagbilaran City to sign sisterhood agreement
The cities of San Juan and Tagbilaran are set to formalize a sisterhood partnership on Thursday, July 16, in a move aimed at strengthening cooperation and promoting the exchange of best practices in local governance.
Chiz pushes FDA overhaul to strengthen consumer protection
Senator Francis “Chiz” Escudero has filed a measure proposing to overhaul the country’s product regulatory system by transferring several functions of the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) to other government agencies better aligned with the nature and risks of the products they oversee.
Workers call for higher pay as RTWPB-7 conducts wage consultation in Bohol
The Regional Tripartite Wages and Productivity Board-Central Visayas (RTWPB-7) on Wednesday, July 15, held a public consultation in Bohol to hear the positions of workers, employers, and other stakeholders on proposals to raise the minimum wage in the private sector.
Slain U.S. marine biologist Kent Carpenter remembered for lasting conservation legacy in Bohol
Conservationists, scientists, and environmental advocates are mourning the death of American marine biologist Dr. Kent Carpenter, whose decades of research in the Philippines—particularly in Bohol—helped shape marine conservation policies and fisheries management across the province.
Bohol inflation eases to 7.0% in June, remains lowest in Central Visayas
Bohol’s inflation rate slowed to 7.0 percent in June 2026, down from 7.4 percent in May, allowing the province to retain the lowest inflation rate among provinces in Central Visayas, according to the Philippine Statistics Authority (PSA).