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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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Storm Kristine Still Brings Strong Winds and Heavy Rainfall to Mindoro and Mimaropa
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Mindoro Provinces Suspend Work, Classes on Thursday, October 24
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Storm Kristine Displaces 27,000 in Oriental Mindoro
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Mindoro Under Storm Signal No. 1 as Kristine Intensifies
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ORMECO Uncovers P37-M Power Theft Scheme Involving Politicians, Business Owners
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Tropical Storm Kristine Threatens Mimaropa Region
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Storm Kristine Still Brings Strong Winds and Heavy Rainfall to Mindoro and Mimaropa
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Mindoro Provinces Suspend Work, Classes on Thursday, October 24
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Storm Kristine Displaces 27,000 in Oriental Mindoro
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Mindoro Under Storm Signal No. 1 as Kristine Intensifies
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ORMECO Uncovers P37-M Power Theft Scheme Involving Politicians, Business Owners
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Tropical Storm Kristine Threatens Mimaropa Region
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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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Storm Kristine Still Brings Strong Winds and Heavy Rainfall to Mindoro and Mimaropa
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Mindoro Provinces Suspend Work, Classes on Thursday, October 24
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Storm Kristine Displaces 27,000 in Oriental Mindoro
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Mindoro Under Storm Signal No. 1 as Kristine Intensifies
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ORMECO Uncovers P37-M Power Theft Scheme Involving Politicians, Business Owners
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Tropical Storm Kristine Threatens Mimaropa Region
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Storm Kristine Still Brings Strong Winds and Heavy Rainfall to Mindoro and Mimaropa
Severe Tropical Storm Kristine continues to move over the Cordillera Administrative Region, bringing strong winds and heavy rainfall to various parts of the country, including Mindoro and Mimaropa. As…
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Mindoro Provinces Suspend Work, Classes on Thursday, October 24
Oriental and Occidental Mindoro provinces have suspended work and classes Thursday (October 24, 2024) as Tropical Storm Kristine continues to batter the country with heavy rainfall and strong winds.…
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Storm Kristine Displaces 27,000 in Oriental Mindoro
Tropical Storm Kristine has forced over 6,600 families to evacuate across Oriental Mindoro province as flooding hits multiple municipalities, disaster management officials reported Wednesday. The Provincial Disaster Risk Reduction…
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Mindoro Under Storm Signal No. 1 as Kristine Intensifies
The two provinces of Mindoro are now placed under Storm Signal No. 1 on Tuesday evening as Tropical Storm Kristine intensified over the Philippine Sea. According to the Philippine…
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ORMECO Uncovers P37-M Power Theft Scheme Involving Politicians, Business Owners
The Oriental Mindoro Electric Cooperative (ORMECO) has uncovered a syndicated and organized electricity theft operation involving prominent businessmen and politicians, leading to approximately P37 million pesos in stolen power…
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Tropical Storm Kristine Threatens Mimaropa Region
Tropical Storm Kristine intensified Tuesday as it moved westward toward the Philippines, with forecasters warning of potential impacts on the Mimaropa region. The Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services…