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The scheduled 12-hour power interruptions are over By Jun N. Aguirre The National Grid Corporation of the Philippines (NGCP) has reported completing its rehabilitation project for its Unidos–Caticlan 69-kiloVolt (kV) Line last February 13, 2026. The project entailed the replacement of damaged underground cables in Boracay, requiring several 12-hour scheduled power interruptions, spread across the first quarter. Reagan Alcantara, lead specialist of the Public Relations Departm

By Jun N. Aguirre An American photographer, renowned for his portraits of U.S. politicians and celebrities, visited Boracay in March to prepare for an upcoming photo exhibition in New York. Rob Rich shared with the Boracay Sun News that his exhibit entitled” Vibrant Depths,” will showcase the underwater splendor of various Philippine tourism destinations, with a special focus on Boracay. In addition to this resort island, his showcase features the marine environments of Tagay

By Jun N. Aguirre Aklan Governor Jose Enrique Miraflores announced that the province is constructing an ₱810-million cruise sheltered port in coordination with the Philippine Ports Authority (PPA). The facility is designed to boost tourism by luring cruise ship companies through seamless travel. Currently, cruise ships must anchor several miles off the coast of Boracay, requiring tender boats to ferry passengers to and from the island. Of the total project budget, ₱300 millio

By Jun N. Aguirre The move to amend Presidential Proclamation No. 1064 (PP 1064) is gaining momentum, particularly concerning the controversial 30-meter-wide road easement on Boracay Island. Signed in 2006 by former President Gloria Macapagal-Arroyo, PP 1064 classified portions of the island as either forestland or agricultural land. For years, Boracay residents have advocated for an amendment to resolve long-standing land ownership disputes and secure legal titles for their

Formal opposition to SMHC’s unsolicited proposal by Malay Municipal Council, Aklan Provincial Government and key business groups By Freida Dario-Santiago The Sangguniang Bayan (SB) of Malay or the Malay Council formally passed SB Resolution No. 142, Series of 2026, its formal expression of the “strong objection” from the people of Malay to the Proposed Caticlan-Boracay Bridge Project by San Miguel Holdings Corp. (SMHC), following a unanimous vote during its 8th Regular Sess

By Freida Dario-Santiago IT’S OFFICIAL: BORACAY’S WHITE BEACH AMONG “BEST OF THE BEST BEACHES” IN ASIA Ranking No. 6 in Asia on TripAdvisor , this tropical gem continues to wow travelers worldwide. To earn this spot, a destination must consistently receive glowing reviews, placing it in the top 1% of millions of listings on the world’s largest travel platform. 📸 Jack Jarilla Ranking No. 6 in Asia on TripAdvisor , this tropical gem continues to wow travelers worldwide. To

After a banner 2025 capped by top regional honors, Boracay’s iconic White Beach was voted the world’s best beach by readers of Condé Nast Traveler . By Freida Dario-Santiago Just as Boracay was celebrating its top-four ranking among Asia’s best islands, Condé Nast Traveler (CNT) released its year-end list of the World’s Best Beaches “for Sunbathing, Surfing, and Doing Absolutely Nothing,” based on votes from readers of its US edition. The prestigious top-15 list features s

by Azenith Resurreccion The sport of kiteboarding debuts at the 33rd SEA Games in Thailand and on the first podium was Warner Janoya, from Boracay. After suffering a massive injury February this year, Warner Janoya achieved a triumphant comeback with a podium win at the 33rd SEA Games in Pattaya, Thailand. Warner Janoya, 24, was raised on the shores of Bulabog Beach. Born to a Filipino mother and a German father, he is one of the grassroots athletes in Philippine kiteboarding

by Jun N. Aguirre Fr. Jayvee Delos Santos and Fr. Kevin Roldan celebrated mass at Narra Resort along the Nabaoy River in Malay, uniting scientists and environmental advocates last October 2025. 📸 Courtesy of Raymond Sucgang A Roman Catholic priest and a group of scientists, researchers, and conservationists have joined forces to protect Boracay Island’s blue economy. The blue economy refers to the sustainable use of ocean and coastal resources to drive economic growth, cr