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Paradise Lost and Found: The Complex History and Transformation of Mindoro Island
The name “Mindoro” echoes with a tantalizing promise of riches, derived from the Spanish phrase “Mina de Oro” — literally “gold mine.” This etymological origin…
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Paradise Lost and Found: The Complex History and Transformation of Mindoro Island
The name “Mindoro” echoes with a tantalizing promise of riches, derived from the Spanish phrase “Mina de Oro” — literally “gold mine.” This etymological origin speaks to…
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Paradise Lost and Found: The Complex History and Transformation of Mindoro Island
The name “Mindoro” echoes with a tantalizing promise of riches, derived from the Spanish phrase “Mina de Oro” —…
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New School Building Eases Overcrowding in Calapan City
A newly constructed school building is bringing relief to students and teachers at a vocational school in Calapan City,…
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Occidental Mindoro Dredging Under Scrutiny for Alleged Environmental Violations
A dredging permit holder in Occidental Mindoro is under investigation over alleged violations of environmental regulations, amidst revelations that…
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2 Bodies Recovered as Search Continues for Missing Crew of Capsized Sand Carrier
The Philippine Coast Guard (PCG) has recovered two bodies from the wreckage of MV Hong Hai 16, a sand…
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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Paradise Lost and Found: The Complex History and Transformation of Mindoro Island
The name “Mindoro” echoes with a tantalizing promise of riches, derived from the Spanish phrase “Mina de Oro” — literally “gold mine.” This etymological origin speaks to the island’s complex history of colonization, resistance, and more recently, rapid tourism development…
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Mindoro Honors Outstanding Police Officers
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Fastcat Trip Between Batangas and Calapan Suspended for Port Renovation
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Former Mindoro Congresswoman Named UN ‘Biodiversity Champion’
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Wage Board Begins Public Hearing on Minimum Salary Hike in MIMAROPA
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Free Moira Concert to Mark Oriental Mindoro’s 74th Anniversary
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Storm Spares Mindoro, Mimaropa as Nika Heads for Northern Luzon
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Mindoro Honors Outstanding Police Officers
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Fastcat Trip Between Batangas and Calapan Suspended for Port Renovation
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Former Mindoro Congresswoman Named UN ‘Biodiversity Champion’
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Wage Board Begins Public Hearing on Minimum Salary Hike in MIMAROPA
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Free Moira Concert to Mark Oriental Mindoro’s 74th Anniversary
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Storm Spares Mindoro, Mimaropa as Nika Heads for Northern Luzon
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Paradise Lost and Found: The Complex History and Transformation of Mindoro Island
The name “Mindoro” echoes with a tantalizing promise of riches, derived from the Spanish phrase “Mina de Oro” — literally “gold mine.” This etymological origin…
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Mindoro Honors Outstanding Police Officers
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Fastcat Trip Between Batangas and Calapan Suspended for Port Renovation
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Former Mindoro Congresswoman Named UN ‘Biodiversity Champion’
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Wage Board Begins Public Hearing on Minimum Salary Hike in MIMAROPA
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Free Moira Concert to Mark Oriental Mindoro’s 74th Anniversary
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Storm Spares Mindoro, Mimaropa as Nika Heads for Northern Luzon
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Mindoro Honors Outstanding Police Officers
The provincial government of Oriental Mindoro recognized outstanding police officers during the “Oriental Mindoro’s Finest: Search for Outstanding Policemen 2024” as part of the 74th Founding Anniversary Celebration of…
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Fastcat Trip Between Batangas and Calapan Suspended for Port Renovation
Major Philippine ferry operator FastCat suspended its services Tuesday between busy ports of Batangas City and Calapan City, as authorities began a month-long renovation of port facilities. The suspension…
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Former Mindoro Congresswoman Named UN ‘Biodiversity Champion’
Former Occidental Mindoro Congresswoman Josephine Ramirez-Sato has been named a “Champion of Change” by the UN Development Programme (UNDP) for her work in biodiversity conservation, making her the only…
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Wage Board Begins Public Hearing on Minimum Salary Hike in MIMAROPA
Department of Labor and Employment’s (DOLE) regional wage board has launched public consultations Monday on proposed minimum wage adjustments in MIMAROPA region, as authorities seek to address rising living…
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Free Moira Concert to Mark Oriental Mindoro’s 74th Anniversary
CALAPAN CITY — A free concert featuring Filipino singer Moira and ten local bands will headline the 74th Oriental Mindoro Foundation Anniversary celebrations on November 15, 2024 at 6:00…
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Storm Spares Mindoro, Mimaropa as Nika Heads for Northern Luzon
Severe Tropical Storm Nika maintained its strength early Monday over the sea east of Aurora province, sparing Mindoro provinces and Mimaropa region from its direct impact as it tracks…