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Oriental Mindoro Intensifies Dengue Prevention Efforts Amid Rising Cases
CALAPAN CITY: The provincial government of Oriental Mindoro has issued an executive order to intensify efforts against dengue as cases in the province surge, officials announced Thursday (August 29). Executive Order No. 34, signed by…
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Philippines Reports First Mpox Case in Calabarzon Region
Health officials on Thursday (August 29) reported the first case of mpox in the Calabarzon region, as the country remains vigilant following the World Health Organization’s declaration of the disease as a Public Health Emergency…
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Mindoro Town Regulates Light Electric Vehicles Amid Growing Popularity
The municipality of San Jose in Occidental Mindoro has passed a landmark ordinance regulating the use of light electric vehicles (LEVs) within its jurisdiction, as these environmentally-friendly modes of transport gain popularity. Ordinance No. 977,…
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Oriental Mindoro Launches Search for “Finest” Police Officers
The province of Oriental Mindoro has announced a search for its finest police officers, aiming to recognize exemplary service and boost morale within local law enforcement ranks. Dubbed “Oriental Mindoro’s Finest: Search for Outstanding Police,”…
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Pinamalayan Student to Represent PH at International Chemistry Olympiad
A 10th-grade student from Nabuslot National High School in Pinamalayan, Oriental Mindoro has been selected to represent the Philippines in the International Applied Chemistry Olympiad (IAChO) Onsite Grand Finals Round in Bandung, Indonesia, from September…
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Calapan City’s Traffic Woes Ease as Tawiran-Guinobatan Connector Road Project Takes Shape
A priority infrastructure project aimed at easing traffic congestion in Calapan City has taken a major step forward, according to a Facebook post by Oriental Mindoro 1st District Rep. Arnan Panaligan. The construction of the…
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Mindoreña Beauty Queen Wins 2nd Runner-up in PH Tourism Pageant
Mary Joy Suarez, representing Occidental Mindoro, clinched the second runner-up position in the Miss Tourism Philippines 2024 pageant held in August 26 at La Union Convention Center. Governor Eduardo B. Gadiano lauded Suarez’s success, citing…
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Calapan City Ranks 12th in Top 100 Most Progressive Places of the Philippines
CALAPAN CITY, Oriental Mindoro – Calapan City has been ranked 12th in the Top 100 Progressive Places of the Philippines, according to the latest rankings of the National Competitiveness Council. The rankings, which were released…
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San Jose District Hospital Unveils Upgraded Clinical Laboratories
The San Jose District Hospital (SJDH) in Occidental Mindoro inaugurated its upgraded clinical laboratories and new facilities on Aug. 22, marking a milestone in its ongoing expansion project. Occidental Mindoro Governor Eduardo B. Gadiano led…
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Oriental Mindoro Governor Leads Eagle Scout Awards, Announces New Headquarters
CALAPAN CITY – Governor Bonz Dolor of Oriental Mindoro, serving as the Boy Scouts of the Philippines (BSP) Council Chairperson, presented sashes and medals to new Eagle Scouts during a ceremony at the provincial capitol’s…
Founder’S Profile
Romel “Direk” Ferriol Bernardo
Bernardo Creative Ventures, Inc., the company behind Direk Fuels, Oriental Mindoro’s homegrown gas station chain, and Direk Builders, which rents out heavy equipment, is expanding its portfolio by venturing into online media and content production.
The company’s entry into news media is not surprising, as its founder and CEO, Romel “Direk” Bernardo, was a television writer, producer, and director for over 15 years. From 2002 to 2007, he served as a researcher, writer, and producer for GMA-7’s top-rating show Imbestigador before becoming the executive producer for ABS-CBN’s award-winning documentary program, The Correspondents.
