Nina Oliverio

Nina Oliverio

Niña Mae Oliverio is a multimedia journalist from Cebu, Philippines, whose work spans digital, broadcast, and community-centered reporting. She served as a Correspondent for the People’s Television Network (PTV), delivering live reports and in-depth stories for a nationwide audience. Prior to that, she has worked as a Multimedia Reporter for CDN Digital, where she covered breaking news, developed feature stories, and produced SEO-driven multimedia content for Cebu and the Visayas.

952 articles published
Interior view of an empty Cincinnati public transit vehicle featuring yellow handrails, gray seating, and large windows.

Cincinnati public transportation overhaul accelerates with Metro bus expansion and new funding

Article Summary Cincinnati public transportation is entering a transformative phase with major Metro bus expansion plans and new transit funding initiatives. Local leaders are directing resources toward fleet modernization, Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) rollout, and infrastructure upgrades. These investments are funded by local sales taxes, regional grants, and federal assistance. The goal is to improve…

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Government shutdown funding fight intensifies after Trump signs bill

Article Summary President Donald Trump signed a $1.2 trillion spending bill that ended a four‑day partial government shutdown, but a government shutdown funding battle is still unfolding. The legislation funds most federal agencies through Sept. 30, yet only temporarily extends the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) until Feb. 13. Lawmakers now face urgent negotiations over DHS funding and…

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A medical professional looking at a futuristic digital screen displaying human anatomy, illustrating AI in medical training at the University of Cincinnati.

UC innovation: AI medical training and CubeCats satellite take flight

Article Summary The University of Cincinnati secured a $1.1 million AI medical training grant from the American Medical Association to redefine physician education. In a separate breakthrough, UC’s student-led CubeCats satellite project — LEOPARDSat-1 — has been handed to NASA for a spring 2026 launch from the International Space Station. This highlights UC’s innovation in…

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Cincinnati hospital staffing struggles amid funding crisis

Cincinnati hospital staffing remains a significant challenge across Greater Cincinnati. Moreover, it is intensifying as workforce shortages and budget woes deepen. Cincinnati hospitals are facing mounting pressure from persistent Cincinnati hospital staffing shortages and an escalating hospital funding crisis. These twin issues threaten patient care and workforce sustainability. Healthcare leaders across the region say insufficient…

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Rising demand for Cincinnati mental health services strains local providers

Unprecedented demand overwhelms system Local hospitals and clinics report that the demand for Cincinnati mental health services has reached historic levels in early 2026. Experts warn that without increased funding and workforce development, the gap in Cincinnati mental health services could leave thousands of vulnerable residents without care. The Greater Cincinnati region is facing a critical tipping…

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How Ohio recreational marijuana is reshaping Cincinnati

What Ohio recreational marijuana means for Cincinnati Ohio recreational marijuana moved from ballot measure to storefront reality faster than many expected. After voters approved Issue 2 in November 2023, adult-use sales began in January 2025 at existing medical dispensaries.  Cincinnati quickly became one of the state’s busiest markets because of its population density, interstate access,…

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A close-up of a researcher's hands gently holding a vibrant green cannabis plant leaf in a controlled indoor facility.

Medical cannabis sales begin in Northern Kentucky dispensaries

First local dispensary launches in Florence Medical cannabis represents a historic shift for Northern Kentucky healthcare as the first dispensaries open their doors to qualified patients. Northern Kentucky has officially commenced the sales of medical cannabis in the region, marking the end of a long wait for thousands of patients. According to reports from WVXU, Bluegrass…

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Cincinnati public safety funding: City details spending of extra $5.4M

Public safety funding updates show how council and police are allocating the extra $5.4M. Cincinnati officials provided a detailed public safety funding update Monday. They outlined how the extra $5.4 million appropriated last year is being spent to boost police visibility, expand technology and support community outreach.   Council first approved the supplemental public safety…

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