Just when many believe that the whole fiasco and barage of accusations hurled against the Palompon, Leyte mayor is about to die down, more plot twists were literally "unearthed". Eventually, the year will not be starting great for Palompon Mayor Ramon Oñate.

Unearthed: Expired goods buried on mayor's property

T.G.A.S. AT YOUR SERVICE

Despite political turmoil, tradition and festivities should remain a unifying force for the region's residents. 

Traditions Hindered by Politics? 

The Philippines has long been known for its strong emphasis on education as a pathway to success. However, this pressure-cooker environment has led to a concerning trend: a rise in suicides among students due to academic stress.


Too much pressure?

In today's fast-paced world, where social media dominates our lives and appearances seem to hold more importance than ever, it is not surprising that younger generations tend to prioritize the aesthetics of Valentine's Day over the essence of Ash Wednesday. 


Aesthetics vs Essence On Valentine’s Day

The recent killings in Eastern Visayas at the very start of the year is undoubtedly alarming. Unfortunately, news of such incidents seem to just be a passing story when victims would simply be added to the long list of people who died without justice.

EV's killing culture?

The ongoing conflict between the Philippine National Police (PNP) and private armed groups (PAGs) in Samar has raised serious concerns about the effectiveness of the police force. Despite the PNP's mandate to maintain law enforcement in the whole country — including combating criminal activities in the region — it seems helpless against the PAGs' power and influence.

About time! 

Calbayog City is in the national headlines once more - but this time, not because of the image of violence that has racked the city for years.

Calbayog City bags NATIONWIDE RECOGNITION

As the Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP)  in Eastern Visayas continues its efforts to address the root causes of insurgency and promote sustainable development in conflict-affected areas, there is a growing recognition of the potential role of tourism in this process. In particular, there is a need to explore ways in which tourism can be used to help former New People's Army (NPA) influenced communities recover and rebuild their lives.

Tourism to change the image of communities

For communities outside of the fourth district of Leyte, the Gomez couple—Richard and Lucy— is the epitome of leadership. They exude power and influence in their district, and both locals and people outside the island look up to them as strong leaders who wholeheartedly support the growth and wellbeing of the people in the beautiful city of Ormoc. 

Lowkey dictatorship?

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