Viva Balita

16/01/2025

By Atty. Dennis Gorecho

The Traslacion of the Black Nazarene is oftentimes linked with “popular piety” or “people’s spirituality”.

Held every 9th of January, this year is my second time to personally witness “traslacion”, a symbolic gesture that emulates Christ’s suffering as he was carrying his cross en route to his crucifixion in Golgotha. [...]

For skeptics and critics, the traslacion is a form of idolatry. However the devotion to the Nazareno is a well-known example of popular piety in the Philippines and is a deeply ingrained cultural facet of Filipino Catholicism. [...]

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Held every 9th of January, this year is my second time to personally witness “traslacion” which is a symbolic gesture that emulates Christ’s suffering as he was carrying his cross en route to his crucifixion in Golgotha.

11/01/2025

☕KAPIHAN SA AKLAN ☕
Topic: Election 2025

Guests:
Atty. Christian S. Itulid OEO IV, OEO Kalibo, Crispin Raymund B. Gerardo, EO/PIO - OEO New Washington & PSSg Ma. Jane C. Vega – PIO, Aklan PPO

🔷 VENUE: IJA Infant Jesus Academy compound BSP ( Baeay Saea Puean) Cardinal Sin Avenue, Andagao, Kalibo

🔷 HOST: Arnel Relampago

07/01/2025

04/01/2025

☕KAPIHAN SA AKLAN ☕

Topic: Promoting the Football Sports in Aklan

Guests: Ken Jomer Invina – Head Coach, Kalibo Sakeros Football Club, Kalid Macalangan- Head Coach, Boracay Football Club and Kyle Justin Marcelino- Kalibo Sakeros

Venue: IJA Compound, Infant Jesus Academy - BSP (Baeay Saea-Puean)

Host: Mr. Jun Aguirre

29/12/2024

The Aklan Blood Coordinating Council (ABCC) extends its heartfelt congratulations to the following Local Government Units (LGUs) and their dedicated Blood Donor Recruitment Officers (BDROs) for their outstanding achievements this year. For the third quarter of 2024, the following LGUs have successfully met the 1% blood collection goal:

1. LGU Banga: 1.76% of their target of 404, collecting a total of 714 bags

2. LGU Nabas: 1.73% of their annual target of 416, with 720 units collected

3. LGU Tangalan: 1.29% of their annual goal of 242, achieving 314 collections

4. LGU Numancia: 1.27% out of their annual target of 362, with 460 bags collected

5. LGU Lezo: 1.11% of their 156-target, collecting 175 bags.

Voluntary blood donation is a vital act of kindness that can save countless lives. By donating blood, you contribute to a crucial resource for hospitals and medical centers, helping patients in need of surgeries, cancer treatments, or emergency care. Voluntary donors ensure a steady supply of safe blood, fostering a healthier community and demonstrating compassion and solidarity.

Encouraging regular blood donations helps maintain an adequate blood supply, especially during times of crisis or high demand.

ABCC President Megs Lunn expresses gratitude to Aklan Provincial Blood Coordinator Mr. Roger Debuque, along with all ABCC members representing the various LGUs and RHUs in Aklan, for their tremendous cooperation and dedicated efforts in ensuring the success of the Mobile Blood Donation program.

She urged all Aklanons to keep joining/volunteering in this vital mission and to create a meaningful impact in the lives of others.

28/12/2024

☕KAPIHAN SA AKLAN ☕
Topic: Ati-atihan Fashion Festival 2025

Guests: Peter Rian Casidsid - Chairman FDCAPI, Roshan Lianna Marte - President, Royal Empire Talent Management, Kate Nicole Cataluña - AFF Model and Ken Calvin Suspeñe - AFF Model.

Venue: IJA Compound, Infant Jesus Academy - BSP (Baeay Saea-Puean)

Host: Mr. Kenneth Loveras

25/12/2024

20/12/2024

The Commission on Human Rights (CHR) has honored Atty. Ronifelle Luces Barrios, founder of RLB & Associates, with the prestigious 2024 Human Rights Catalyst Award, the highest recognition bestowed on individuals and groups who have championed human rights promotion over the past three years.

Atty. Barrios is one of only five individuals nationwide to receive this esteemed award, specifically recognized for her contributions to Legal Education. Her efforts have significantly advanced human rights awareness and advocacy, particularly within the legal community.

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The Commission on Human Rights (CHR) has honored Atty. Ronifelle Luces Barrios, founder of RLB & Associates, with the prestigious 2024 Human Rights Catalyst Award, the highest recognition bestowed on individuals and groups who have championed human rights promotion over the past three years.

19/12/2024

By Atty. Dennis Gorecho

“To teach law in the grand manner!”, is a slogan that aptly describes the overall performance of the University of the Philippines College of Law (UP Law) as it dominated this year’s bar exams with six alumni making it on the top twenty, including Rank One.

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“To teach law in the grand manner!”, is a slogan that aptly describes the overall performance of the University of the Philippines College of Law (UP Law) as it dominated this year’s bar exams with six alumni making it on the top twenty, including Rank One.

19/12/2024

The Province of Aklan is set to experience an improvement in its electricity supply with the recent approval by the Energy Regulatory Commission (ERC) of the grid enhancement in the province by the National Grid Corporation of the Philippines (NGCP) and the ongoing expansion of the Nabas wind power project by PetroWind Energy Inc. (PWEI)

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December 15, 2024 (Manila/Aklan) – The Province of Aklan is set to experience an improvement in its electricity supply with the recent approval by the Energy Regulatory Commission (ERC) of the grid enhancement in the province by the National Grid Corporation of the Philippines (NGCP) and the on-go...

12/12/2024

12/12/2024

(PNGOC), in partnership with MiracleFeet for the Philippine National Clubfoot Program, has collaborated with Wishes of Aid and Limbs for Kids (WALK) Inc. to bring timely and proper treatment closer to children with clubfoot. This partnership reflects a shared commitment to ensuring every child has the opportunity to walk, run, and chase their dreams.

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(PNGOC), in partnership with MiracleFeet for the Philippine National Clubfoot Program, has collaborated with Wishes of Aid and Limbs for Kids (WALK) Inc. to bring timely and proper treatment closer to children with clubfoot. This partnership reflects a shared commitment to ensuring every child has t...

12/12/2024

Often, it is a political dynasty that dislodges another political dynasty. However, rare political events and shifts in voter preferences can elevate leaders outside of political families to highly competitive positions.

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Often, it is a political dynasty that dislodges another political dynasty. However, rare political events and shifts in voter preferences can elevate leaders outside of political families to highly competitive positions.

12/12/2024

Forty-seven of 71 governors belonging to political dynasties are seeking reelection. Meanwhile, 19 sitting governors who are not reelectionists have family members seeking to replace them.

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Forty-seven of 71 governors belonging to political dynasties are seeking reelection. Meanwhile, 19 sitting governors who are not reelectionists have family members seeking to replace them.

12/12/2024

Research by the Philippine Center for Investigative Journalism (PCIJ) shows that 36 out of 54 party-list groups in the current 19th Congress have at least one nominee belonging to a political family. In next year’s elections, at least 78 out of the 156 party-list organizations certified by the Commission on Elections (Comelec) also belong to political families.

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Research by the Philippine Center for Investigative Journalism (PCIJ) shows that 36 out of 54 party-list groups in the current 19th Congress have at least one nominee belonging to a political family. In next year’s elections, at least 78 out of the 156 party-list organizations certified by the Com...

11/12/2024

By Atty. Dennis Gorecho

A seafarer with a heart illness is considered a "walking time bomb ready to explode towards the end of his employment days.”

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A seafarer with a heart illness is considered a "walking time bomb ready to explode towards the end of his employment days.”

03/12/2024

By Atty. Dennis Gorecho

The number of surviving Filipino "comfort women" dwindled further with the passing of 94-year-old Lola Estelita Dy on November 24, 2024, after suffering cardiac arrest. Like many other Filipina comfort women, Lola Estelita died still fighting for justice.

Kapuso actress Sanya Lopez, who plays Teresita Borromeo in the hit war series "Pulang Araw," produced by GMA Entertainment and available on Netflix, paid tribute to Lola Estelita on Instagram, writing, "Maraming salamat sa buhay mo Lola Estelita."

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The number of surviving Filipino "comfort women" dwindled further with the passing of 94-year-old Lola Estelita Dy on November 24, 2024, after suffering cardiac arrest. Like many other Filipina comfort women, Lola Estelita died still fighting for justice.