Eastern Visayas Media Without Borders
- National
- August 1, 2025
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𝗕𝗶𝗣𝗦𝗨 & 𝗗𝗲𝗽𝗘𝗱 𝗢𝗿𝗺𝗼𝗰 𝗙𝗼𝗿𝗴𝗲 𝗣𝗮𝗿𝘁𝗻𝗲𝗿𝘀𝗵𝗶𝗽 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗦𝗰𝗵𝗼𝗼𝗹 𝗟𝗲𝗮𝗱𝗲𝗿𝘀 𝗜𝗻𝘀𝘁𝗶𝘁𝘂𝘁𝗲
by Lorenzo Dela Cruz Naval Biliran-The Biliran Province State University (BiPSU) and the Department of Education (DepEd) Ormoc City solidified their commitment to transforming educational leadership through the ceremonial signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) on July 31, 2025. This milestone marks the official launch of Project EXCELLED – School Leaders Institute (SLI), a pioneering initiative aimed at strengthening the capabilities of current and aspiring school leaders in Ormoc City. In his message , BiPSU President Prof. Victor C. Cañezo, Jr., EdD, CHRP, expressed profound gratitude to DepEd Ormoc City, particularly Schools Division Superintendent Dr. Carmelino P. Bernadas, Assistant Superintendent Mrs. Lorelei C. Masias, and focal persons Dr. Ana Liezel C. Villaver and Dr. Abel S. Dayandayan. He also commended Dr. Ana C. Calles, Dean of BiPSU’s School of Graduate Studies, and Dr. Artemia L. Leoberas, Chief Education Supervisor, for their instrumental roles in shaping the program. “It is a privilege to stand with you in this important milestone,”…
- National
- July 31, 2025
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CSC Calls on Civil Servants to Join Nationwide Coastal Clean-Up this September
Tacloban City–As part of the 125th Philippine Civil Service Anniversary (PCSA), the Civil Service Commission (CSC) is calling on the more than two million government officials and employees to take part in the National Coastal Clean-Up this September. The clean-up drive, a joint initiative with the Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR), is integral to both agencies’ continued partnership aimed to promote environmental stewardship through community engagement and coastal ecosystem protection.By protecting biodiversity and mitigating flooding, the clean-up helps safeguard local communities. Removing debris from shorelines and waterways improves drainage, while restoring natural buffers like wetlands and mangroves enhances coastal resilience by absorbing floodwaters and reducing storm impact. These efforts also support the planned establishment of local tree sanctuaries nationwide, contributing to long-term ecosystem restoration and community sustainability. Specific schedules and venues will be coordinated and announced by CSC Regional Offices in partnership with the DENR. Interested individuals may also contact their respective CSC Regional Offices for further details.This…
- National
- July 31, 2025
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Building Trust: Ensuring Transparency in Eastern Visayas Flood Control Initiatives
by Roel Montes TACLOBAN CITY — At least PHP53.36 billion in funds have been allocated since 2023 for the implementation of 700 flood control projects in the Eastern Visayas region, which will be subject to monitoring as directed by President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. Data obtained by the Philippine News Agency (PNA) from the Regional Development Council (RDC) showed that of the total projects, 435 have been completed, 216 are ongoing, and 49 have not yet started as of June 2025. These projects are being implemented by the Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) regional office and its 14 district engineering offices across six provinces. Based on the report presented by DPWH during the 2nd quarter RDC-Infrastructure and Utilities Development Committee meeting, some PHP13.35 billion was set aside in 2023 for 232 flood mitigation projects. Only five are ongoing, while the rest have been completed. In 2024, the region got a PHP26.57 billion outlay to build 286 flood control…
- National
- July 31, 2025
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Oxfam Pilipinas, PKKK launch Care Connect in Biliran
Naval Biliran–The Pambansang Koalisyon ng Kababaihan sa Kanayunan (PKKK), together with the Government of Canada, Oxfam Canada, and local organizations, launched the Care Connect project in Biliran on July 24, 2025, emphasizing the need to recognize care work as real work and institutionalize care programs and policies at the local level. The project seeks to promote the recognition, redistribution, and reduction of unpaid care work in the country. Care work refers to activities that support the well-being of others—such as childcare, eldercare, and household tasks—often performed by women and girls and are essential to society and the economy. Jeanette Kindipan-Dulawan, Oxfam Pilipinas Gender Justice Portfolio Manager, emphasized the collective vision of the project. “Ang care work ay hindi lang obligasyon ng babae—ito ay responsibilidad nating lahat. Sa pagtutulungan, mas makakabuo tayo ng lipunang may malasakit at pagkakapantay-pantay.” (Translation: “Care work is not just a woman’s obligation—it is everyone’s responsibility. By working together, we can better build a caring and equal…
- Local
- July 30, 2025
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Data turnover of 24 Community Based Monitoring System ( CBMS) in Southern Leyte
Maasin City–The Philippine Statistics Authority (PSA) – Regional Statistical Services Office VIII, in collaboration with the Local Government Units (LGUs) of Anahawan, Bontoc, Hinunangan, Hinundayan, Libagon, Liloan, City of Maasin, Macrohon, Malitbog, Padre Burgos, Pintuyan, Saint Bernard, San Francisco, San Juan, San Ricardo, Silago, Tomas Oppus, and Limasawa, as well as the Provincial Local Government Unit (PLGU) of Southern Leyte, successfully conducted the 2024 Community-Based Monitoring System (CBMS) Data Turnover Ceremony (DTC) held at Southern Leyte Provincial Coliseum, Barangay Asuncion, Maasin City.The formal turn-over of the 2024 CBMS datasets to all LGUs in the province is a historic achievement for Southern Leyte. Chief Statistical Specialist (CSS) Eutemio A. Llevado, Jr. and Supervising Statistical Specialist (SuSS) Elissa P. Carbonilla led the ceremonial turnover with the support of CSS Mae R. Almonte of the Statistical Operations and Coordination Division, PSA – RSSO 8. The well-attended ceremony was graced by Vice Governor Rosa Hon. Emilia G. Mercado, DICT Provincial Head Ms. Marian C.…
- National
- July 29, 2025
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Libanan elected leader of 30-member House minority bloc
Tacloban City- 4Ps Party-list Rep. Marcelino “Nonoy” Libanan has been elected as Minority Leader of the House of Representatives in the 20th Congress. Libanan received the unanimous support of 29 other minority members during a caucus held on Monday, officially securing the leadership of the 30-strong bloc. Libanan also served as House Minority Leader in the 19th Congress. The House members who voted for Libanan as Minority Leader are: · Edgar Erice (Caloocan, 2nd District) · Presley De Jesus (PHILRECA) · Sergio Dagooc (APEC) · Jonathan Clement Abalos II (4Ps) · Stephen James Tan (Samar, 1st District) · Leila De Lima (Mamayang Liberal) · Percival Cendaña (Akbayan) · Antonio Tinio (ACT Teachers) · Jesus Suntay (Quezon City, 4th District) · Christopher “Sheen” Gonzales (Eastern Samar, Lone District) · Jose Manuel Diokno (Akbayan) · Renee Louise Co (Kabataan) · Roberto Gerard Nazal Jr. (Bagong Henerasyon) · Jernie Jett Nisay (Pusong Pinoy) · Niko Raul Daza (Northern Samar, 1st District) · Allan Ty (LPGMA) · Cielo Krisel Lagman-Luistro (Albay, 1st District) · Terry Ridon (Bicol Saro) · Arlene “Kaka” Bag-ao (Dinagat Islands,…
- International
- July 25, 2025
- 205 views
Special Emergency Leave Available for Government Employees During Calamities
evmwb Tacloban City–Government employees affected by Tropical Storms Dante, Emong, Crising, and the southwest monsoon are encouraged to avail of the Special Emergency Leave (SEL), in accordance with guidelines from the Civil Service Commission (CSC). Those residing or working in areas officially declared under a state of calamity may use up to five days of SEL within 30 days from the onset of the disaster. This special leave is not deducted from their earned leave credits and may be taken either consecutively or on separate days. The SEL is granted under CSC Memorandum Circular Nos. 2, s. 2012 and 16, s. 2012, which allow the use of emergency leave in the event of natural disasters, provided a state of calamity is declared by the President or relevant local government units. For areas that have not been officially placed under a state of calamity but are evidently impacted, agency heads have the discretion to grant SEL, provided they establish clear internal guidelines…
- National
- July 25, 2025
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4ps Congressman observes that suspension of higher biodiesel blend a disservice to 25 million Filipinos dependent on coconut industry
evmwb Tacloban City– Rep. Marcelino “Nonoy” Libanan has expressed deep concern over the Department of Energy’s (DOE) decision to suspend the implementation of higher biodiesel blend mandates, calling the move “a disservice to 25 million Filipinos directly and indirectly dependent on the coconut industry for their livelihoods.” “The DOE’s decision to delay the shift to four percent (B4) and five percent (B5) biodiesel blends deals a serious blow to the millions of Filipino families whose survival hinges on coconut farming,” Libanan said. “At a time when we should be expanding opportunities for rural income and supporting domestic agriculture, this suspension pulls the rug out from under our coconut farmers,” Libanan added. He pointed out that the higher biodiesel blend would have spurred increased demand for copra – the dried meat of coconut from which biodiesel feedstock is derived – and in turn driven farmgate prices up. “More copra demand means higher copra prices, and that translates directly to food on…
- National
- July 25, 2025
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POPULATION IN EASTERN VISAYAS REACHES to 4.63 MILLION IN 2024
Tacloban City–The regional Office 8 of the Philippine Statistics Authority ( PSA) revealed as of July 1, 2024, the total population of Eastern Visayas stood at 4,625,929. This count is based on the 2024 Census of Population (2024 POPCEN) released officially through Proclamation No. 973 dated 11 July 2025. The population of the region accounted for about 4.1 percent of the country’s 112,729,484 total population. Philippine Statistics Authority Compared with the 2020 Census of Population and Housing (2020 CPH), the regional population in 2024 increased by about 78,779 from 4.55 million in 2020. The region’s annual population growth rate (PGR) from 2020 to 2024 slowed down to 0.41 percent, translating to an average of about 4 additional persons for every 1,000 population per year. This growth rate is lower than the 0.50 percent recorded between 2015 and 2020. Among the six provinces in Eastern Visayas, Leyte (excluding Tacloban City) registered the largest population in 2024 with 1.82 million, accounting for …
- Local
- July 24, 2025
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CSC Revises Rules on Administrative Cases in the Civil Service
The Civil Service Commission (CSC) has issued the 2025 Rules on Administrative Cases in the Civil Service (2025 RACCS) to reflect significant legal and procedural developments since the last revision in 2017. The RACCS has served as the primary framework for handling disciplinary and non-disciplinary cases involving government officials and employees nationwide. However, changes in legislation, evolving jurisprudence, and updated CSC policies prompted a comprehensive review and overhaul. The revised 2025 RACCS comprises 159 sections across 23 Rules. Key updates include the integration of laws such as: The 2025 RACCS also reflects recent Supreme Court rulings that have shaped administrative law, including: In addition, the revised rules incorporate key CSC initiatives and draft policies aimed at modernizing administrative procedures, such as: The CSC emphasized that the 2025 RACCS aims to streamline procedures and ensure administrative processes remain efficient, transparent, and aligned with current laws and best practices.
Presidential Award for Empowering Abaca Farmers
- January 29, 2026
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Marcos Honors Outstanding Civil Servants
- January 28, 2026
- 17 views
Tacloban City Jail Male Dormitory Leads Reform Efforts
- January 27, 2026
- 33 views
