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  • Trivia: Consumer Rights in the Philippines

    Trivia: Consumer Rights in the Philippines

    What is NOT a valid reason for a consumer to request a replacement or refund from a seller? A. The product is defectiveB. The product does not match its advertisementC. The consumer changed their mindD.…

  • LTO MIMAROPA Announces Public Auction of Impounded Vehicles

    LTO MIMAROPA Announces Public Auction of Impounded Vehicles

    The Land Transportation Office (LTO) MIMAROPA Region is set to conduct a public auction of unclaimed impounded motor vehicles on September 19, 2024, officials announced Friday. The auction, which marks the third bidding attempt for…

  • Mindoro Hog Traders Seek Help Amid ASF Crisis, Want to Import Pork

    Mindoro Hog Traders Seek Help Amid ASF Crisis, Want to Import Pork

    San Jose, Occidental Mindoro — Governor Eduardo B. Gadiano is actively seeking ways to assist residents whose livelihoods have been severely affected by the African Swine Fever (ASF), which has disrupted the supply of pork…

  • New Land Bank ATM Now Operational in Calintaan, Occidental Mindoro

    New Land Bank ATM Now Operational in Calintaan, Occidental Mindoro

    CALINTAAN, Occidental Mindoro — A new Land Bank of the Philippines (LBP) automated teller machine (ATM) is now operational in Calintaan, providing residents easier access to banking services. The ATM, located next to the police…

  • Kenny Rogers, Seattle’s Best Announce Hiring Events for New Calapan Branches

    Kenny Rogers, Seattle’s Best Announce Hiring Events for New Calapan Branches

    CALAPAN CITY, Oriental Mindoro – Kenny Rogers Roasters is set to open a new branch in this city, bringing job opportunities to local residents. The restaurant chain has announced a recruitment drive for its opening…

  • DTI Oriental Mindoro Issues Violations to Six Establishments for Non-Compliant Products

    DTI Oriental Mindoro Issues Violations to Six Establishments for Non-Compliant Products

    ROXAS, Oriental Mindoro – The Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) in Oriental Mindoro has issued Notices of Violation to six establishments following surprise inspections conducted in Roxas, Oriental Mindoro this month, officials said on…

  • SM Savemore Naujan Opens Its Doors to Shoppers

    SM Savemore Naujan Opens Its Doors to Shoppers

    Naujan, Oriental Mindoro – Today (June 20, 2024) marked the grand opening of SM Savemore Naujan, welcoming eager shoppers to its newly established location. The festivities commenced with a vibrant motorcade at 9:30 a.m., setting…

  • Montenegro Unveils Largest ROPAX Vessel, Could Poise for Mindoro Route

    Montenegro Unveils Largest ROPAX Vessel, Could Poise for Mindoro Route

    In a groundbreaking revelation, Montenegro Shipping Lines Incorporated (MSLI) has introduced its latest maritime marvel: the impressive ROPAX vessel, M/V Santa Faustina. This monumental addition to their fleet holds the distinction of being the largest…

  • Puregold Pinamalayan: A Beacon of Progress in Oriental Mindoro

    Puregold Pinamalayan: A Beacon of Progress in Oriental Mindoro

    PINAMALAYAN, Oriental Mindoro — On May 23, 2024, the bustling province of Oriental Mindoro celebrated a landmark moment with the grand opening of Puregold Pinamalayan, the latest expansion of the nation’s beloved retail chain. As…

  • McDonald’s Pinamalayan Set to Sizzle with Grand Opening on June 17, 2024

    McDonald’s Pinamalayan Set to Sizzle with Grand Opening on June 17, 2024

    PINAMALAYAN, Oriental Mindoro – The vibrant town of Pinamalayan is abuzz with excitement as McDonald’s announces the grand opening of its latest branch in the heart of Sta. Rita, Pinamalayan. Scheduled for June 17, 2024,…

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.

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