MANILA, Philippines — A magnitude 4.8 earthquake jolted parts of Negros Occidental and nearby areas Tuesday afternoon, according to the Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology (Phivolcs).

BACOLOD CITY, NEGROS OCCIDENTAL, Philippines — Better to be ready than sorry. Although Mt. Kanlaon has calmed down after a short but strong eruption on Monday, local governments on Negros Island ...

the fourth largest island in the Philippines, offers a journey through its rich history and breathtaking biodiversity. Negros Occidental, home to the historic sugar plantations and landmarks such ...