Why Some Christians Struggle to Reflect the Heart of Jesus

Religion is meant to guide people toward a deeper relationship with God and a more compassionate relationship with others.

Things You Can Do During Lent

Every year, millions of Christians observe Lent, a 40-day period of reflection and spiritual renewal leading up to Easter.

Rama Push for Laws Protecting Women from Digital and Political Threats

Women face danger in ways the law has yet to fully address — online harassment, deepfakes, cyberstalking, and political intimidation....

Photo Documentary Highlights Life of Farmers in Mantalongon, Cebu’s “Vegetable Basket”

A new photo documentary by photojournalist Ferdinand Edralin shines a spotlight on the daily lives of highland farmers in Mantalongon,...

New convention hub rises in Mactan ahead of ASEAN summit

A new convention center in Mactan is expected to host thousands of international delegates in the coming months after President...

New classrooms bring students back to learning in Bogo City

Where classrooms once lay in ruins after September 2025’s 6.9-magnitude earthquake, new Learning Continuity Spaces (LCS) now stand, offering students...

Greenhouse Opens at BJMP Mandaue Female Dormitory to Boost Livelihood

A newly built greenhouse at the Bureau of Jail Management and Penology (BJMP) Mandaue City Female Dormitory aims to give...

Cebu City Offers Free Evening Bus Rides Amid Rising Fuel Prices

Commuters in Cebu City can now ride selected buses for free during weekday evenings as the local government responds to...

Capitol Hands Over Suroy-Suroy Sugbo to Private Tour Operators

The Cebu Provincial Government is handing over management of the long-running Suroy-Suroy Sugbo tourism program to private operators, marking a...

Vendors Defend Carbon Public Market

Hundreds of vendors gathered at Carbon Public Market on Saturday night, March 14, holding a prayer rally and noise barrage...

“They Just Wanted Us to Have Enough Food”: The Heartbreaking Final Moments of the Couple Lost at SRP

Exactly a month ago on Valentine’s Day, a tragic road accident in Cebu took the lives of Cecilia and Salvador...

Mount Pulag: The Sea of Clouds Destination in the Philippines

'Love, Sessionistas' Hits Cebu for One-Night Show

Cebuano fans will hear a familiar language woven into the music when the OPM collective Sessionistas brings its concert “Love,...

Cebu to host Philippine Sports Expo 2026 in November

Cebu is set to host the Philippine Sports Expo 2026 this November, a major sports gathering expected to attract more...

Cebu mayors to strengthen local price monitoring vs profiteering

Local government leaders across Cebu Province are moving to strengthen price monitoring mechanisms following a call from Governor Pamela Baricuatro...

Archival orders faster business permit renewals 

Mayor Nestor Archival has ordered faster processing of business permit renewals in Cebu City by strictly enforcing provisions of the...

The Simple Light of the “Lamparilya”: A Memory of Old Cebuano Life

Before electricity became common in many communities, families relied on simple sources of light during the evening. One of these...

Talisay City Celebrates ECP Promotions of 418 Teachers and School Heads

A total of 418 teachers and school heads in Talisay City were formally recognized and promoted under the Expanded Career...

Soco: ‘Peace, Not War’ in ALQC Tax Settlement Review

Cebu Vice Governor Glenn Anthony Soco defended the Provincial Board’s review of a proposed tax compromise with Apo Land and...

Senate Backs Aquino Bill to Give President Power to Suspend Fuel Excise Tax

Amid soaring global fuel prices and Dubai crude oil topping $100 per barrel, the Philippine Senate is taking steps to...

Mandaue mother dies during Typhoon Tino 'ayuda' validation

A 31-year-old mother collapsed and died during the validation of financial assistance for Typhoon Tino at the Barangay Opao gym...

Lapu-Lapu Court to Hear Discaya in Ghost Flood Trial

The trial of controversial contractor Sarah Discaya, St. Timothy Construction president Maria Roma Rimando, and eight officials of the Department...

Finally! CBRT Begins Operations

Commuters in Cebu City got their first taste of the new Cebu Bus Rapid Transit (CBRT) system on Friday as...

Vegetable and Fruit Prices at Carbon Public Market as of March 2026

Cebu City, Philippines — Vendors at Carbon Public Market continue selling fresh produce despite price increases affecting several goods. The...

Two Velez College grads make Top 10 in March 2026 MedTech boards

Two graduates from Velez College secured spots in the Top 10 of the March 2026 Medical Technologist Licensure Examination, highlighting...

Residents Against Hoarding Fuel Amid Fire Risk

Cebu City officials are reminding residents not to store gasoline or other flammable liquids inside their homes, citing serious fire...

P20/KG Rice Eases Burden for Mandaue Beneficiaries

For 72-year-old Lucia Espino-Undaloc of Barangay Paknaan, lining up at the Mandaue City Public Market as early as 6 a.m....

Only 11 LGUs Have Price Councils; Capitol Urges Stronger Market Watch

The Cebu Provincial Government is urging local governments to step up monitoring of basic commodity prices after finding that only...

Cuteness Overload: Senior Dog in Cebu Carries Plush Toy Like Viral Monkey Punch

A heartwarming moment inside a mall in Cebu City has captured the attention of animal lovers online after a senior...

Baricuatro Holds Firm Against Stria Project in Bantayan Island

Cebu Governor Pamela Baricuatro said the provincial government continues to oppose the high-rise resort project known as The Stria in...

All Filipino Crew Safe After Persian Gulf Ship Attacks

The Department of Migrant Workers (DMW) has confirmed that all Filipino seafarers aboard two vessels attacked near the Strait of...

Pangilinan Pushes for Justice Reform Commission Amid Slow Case Resolution

Senator Francis “Kiko” Pangilinan emphasized the urgent need to pass Senate Bill No. 1547, which proposes the creation of a...

Lapu-Lapu City studies four-day workweek as part of energy-saving measures

The Lapu-Lapu City government will study the possible adoption of a four-day workweek at City Hall as part of efforts...

DON MACCHIATOS GOES VIRAL: Videographer Rewarded with Lifetime Free Coffee After 20.7M Views

The Don Macchiatos branch in Pagadian City has gone viral on social media following the massive success of its recent...

Cebu Province Urges LGUs to Monitor Rice Prices

The Cebu Provincial Government has stepped up monitoring of basic commodities after rice prices in several northern towns were found...

Cebu councilor alarms over P70/kg rice, urges city price council to meet

A councilor in Cebu City has raised concern over the rising price of rice in local markets and called on...

Cebu City Advises Personnel to Shut Off Parked Vehicles

Cebu City Mayor Nestor Archival and Vice Mayor Tomas Osmeña have reminded city employees to turn off government vehicles when...

No more Fridays: Cebu Capitol adopts four-day workweek to save energy

Employees at the Cebu Provincial Government will no longer report for work on Fridays after the provincial government adopted a...

LTFRB Issues Show Cause Order to Cebu Jeepney Driver

The Land Transportation Franchising and Regulatory Board (LTFRB), under the supervision of Department of Transportation (DOTr) Secretary Giovanni “Banoy” Z....

Claim Your Plates Now: LTO 7 Intensifies Drive to Release Your Plates

The Land Transportation Office Central Visayas (LTO 7) is ramping up efforts to release unclaimed license plates across Central Visayas,...

Cebu City eyes revival of price council amid fuel price concerns

With fears that rising fuel costs could drive up the prices of basic goods, the Cebu City government plans to...

Bela Padilla, Carlo Aquino reunite for ‘A Special Memory’

For actors Bela Padilla and Carlo Aquino, love stories may be familiar territory—but their latest film explores what happens when...

Bantayan Travelers Brace for Fare Hike

Travelers planning trips to Bantayan Island should prepare for updated ticket prices as two major ferry operators adjust fares effective...

Soco raises concerns over four-day workweek proposal

Cebu Vice Governor Glenn Anthony Soco has expressed opposition to the proposed four-day workweek in the province, warning that the...

Ouano seeks improved lighting on Cebu’s Mandaue-Mactan bridges

Mandaue City Thadeo Jovito “Jonkie” Ouano, mayor of Mandaue City, raised concerns over the dim lighting on the first and...

Motorists brace for ₱17–₱24/L fuel hike

Motorists may soon face one of the largest fuel price increases in recent years, as oil companies are expected to...

Lapu-Lapu to rollout P20-per-kilo rice

The Lapu-Lapu City Government is coordinating with the Department of Agriculture (DA) for the possible rollout of subsidized rice priced...

Cebu City limits aircon, elevator use as power costs rise

Cebu City Hall is stepping up energy-saving measures, limiting air-conditioning units and adjusting elevator operations in government buildings as electricity...

Balamban hospital pioneers advanced pain treatment in Visayas

Patients suffering from chronic and cancer-related pain can now access specialized treatment following the opening of an Interventional Pain Clinic...

Brewing Success: The Woman Behind Don Macchiatos

This Women’s Month, we shine the spotlight on Nikki San Juan, the Cebuana entrepreneur whose simple idea helped reshape the...

Velez College graduate ranks 3rd in Nursing Licensure Exam

A graduate of Velez College has secured a spot among the country’s top performers in the February 2026 Philippine Nurse...

Select Cebu ferry trips suspended until March 20 amid fuel cost pressures

Several passenger ferry trips connecting Cebu City with parts of Leyte and Bohol have been temporarily suspended after a major...

Mandaue to establish graffiti wall to curb vandalism ahead of ASEAN Summit

The Mandaue City Government plans to set up a dedicated graffiti wall where fraternities, gangs, and street artists can legally...

Baricuatro likens leadership journey to ‘Wonder Woman’ amid challenges

During Women’s Month, Pamela Baricuatro reflected on the pressures of public service, likening her experience as Cebu governor to that...

14 households receive solar lights from NGO partners

At least 14 households in Barangay Subabasbas, Lapu-Lapu City have received solar lighting units through a community-based initiative promoting renewable...

PCO coordinates with Lapu-Lapu and Mandaue ahead of ASEAN Summit

Officials from the Presidential Communications Office (PCO) have begun coordinating with local government units in Cebu, including Lapu-Lapu City and...

Most Cebu towns lack local vets

Cebu Province faces a significant gap in veterinary services, with only a small fraction of local government units (LGUs) having...

Mandaue City to save up to P45 million annually after MCC secures CHED recognition

The Mandaue City Government could save as much as P45 million every year after Mandaue City College (MCC) secured Institutional...

Cebu depends on outside sources for 70% of rice and corn demand

Cebu province continues to rely heavily on food supplies from outside the island, as local farms produce only about 30...

Cebu Businesses Brace for Economic Impact of Middle East Tensions

Cebu companies are stepping up preparations as rising tensions in the Gulf region threaten to push oil prices higher, raising...

Baricuatro Eyes Four-Day Workweek in Cebu

Cebu Governor Pamela Baricuatro is exploring a four-day workweek in Cebu to enhance productivity, reduce burnout, and improve the well-being...

Pagasa Warns of Isolated Showers, Thunderstorms Nationwide

Two weather systems will continue to bring rains over parts of the country in the coming days, the Philippine Atmospheric,...

Lapu-Lapu on Alert, Mandaue Enforces Fuel-Saving Steps Amid Gulf Conflict

Lapu-Lapu City has declared a State of Preparedness as global tensions in the Middle East threaten to push fuel prices...

Cebu to Host 3,000 Delegates for 48th ASEAN Leaders’ Summit in May

Cebu is preparing to welcome roughly 3,000 delegates this May for the 48th Leaders’ Summit of the Association of Southeast...

Bam Aquino calls for TRAIN Law to shield Filipinos from high oil price

Senator Bam Aquino has called on the government to trigger the safeguard mechanism under the Tax Reform for Acceleration and...

Women journalists condemn Suntay remarks during House hearing

Women journalists’ groups have denounced Quezon City Rep. Jesus Manuel Angel “Bong” Suntay over remarks he made during House impeachment...

Paldo No More: Influencers Face Illegal Online Gambling Probe

The Cybercrime Investigation and Coordinating Center (CICC) has identified several social media influencers allegedly promoting illegal online gambling, authorities said...

P66.68-billion project proposals endorsed by Cebu 

Cebu’s push for bigger classrooms, stronger roads, and improved public services took center stage this week as the Cebu Provincial...

Mandaue City ready to support OFWs affected by Middle East tensions

Mandaue City has announced its readiness to assist Overseas Filipino Workers (OFWs) from the city who may be displaced by...

Archival puts Cebu City on alert amid Gulf tension

Cebu City is preparing for potential economic impacts as rising tensions in the Gulf region threaten to push global fuel...

Vince Maristela turns up the heat with beach getaway

March just got hotter as Vince Maristela, former housemate of Pinoy Big Brother Celebrity Collab Edition, wowed fans with snaps...

Pilipinas, we can do better

In a remote area in Barangay Cabadiangan in Compostela, Cebu, a faded sign hangs in front of an old wooden...

Nearly 40,000 OFWs from Region 7 in Middle East as authorities activate support measures

A total of 33,903 registered overseas Filipino workers (OFWs) from Central Visayas are currently in countries affected by the escalating...

Government ready to assist Filipinos in Middle East as repatriation requests rise

The government is ready to assist Filipinos in the Middle East, with funds already allocated and agencies on standby as...

Cebu tightens fuel use as global oil prices loom

Government offices at the Cebu Provincial Capitol have begun cutting back on fuel consumption, limiting official travel, and consolidating field...

Cebu Passengers Face Delays as Middle East Tension Persists

Local travelers at Mactan-Cebu International Airport (MCIA) faced disruptions over the weekend as escalating tensions in the Middle East led...

Alcover questions parking fees, urges city probe

Cebu City councilor Pastor Alcover Jr. has called for a review of parking fees in the city, citing complaints that...

11 ka balay nasunog sa Sitio Tambis, Brgy. Guadalupe

Nasunog ang 11 ka kabalayan sa Sitio Tambis, Barangay Guadalupe, sa insidente sa sunog nga nahitabo niadtong Marso 2, 2026....

Usa ka batang masuso, Nalatayan og Dump Truck

Usa ka kapin usa katuig nga batang babaye ang namatay human malatayan og dump truck sa usa ka trahedya nga...

Overseas voter registration in the Middle East continues despite regional tensions, Comelec says

The Commission on Elections (Comelec) assured Monday that voter registration for Filipinos abroad in the Middle East is continuing, even...

OFW Dies While Protecting Patient in Tel Aviv Missile Strike

The Embassy of Israel in the Philippines expressed condolences to the family of Mary Ann Velasquez de Vera, 32, an...

Cebu to Witness “Blood Moon” on March 3 with Free Public Viewing

The Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration (Pagasa) will hold a free public viewing of the March 3 total...

Cebu City moves to support OFWs amid Gulf tensions

Cebu City Mayor Nestor Archival on Monday assured families of local residents working in the Middle East that the city...

Baricuatro directs fuel, food, and OFW support amid Middle East tensions

Cebu Governor Pamela S. Baricuatro has ordered provincial offices, cities, and municipalities to implement measures addressing fuel supply, food security,...

Malacañang doubles Cebu LGSF to P720M, boosts Gov Baricuatro’s food security drive

Malacañang has doubled Cebu Province’s Local Government Support Fund (LGSF) allocation to P720 million, expanding support for food security and...

Groups press FDA action vs allergen in some wet wipes

The EcoWaste Coalition and Arugaan have raised fresh concerns over the presence of allergenic preservatives in some wet wipes, warning...

Cebu Pacific cancels Dubai flights amid Middle East security concerns

Cebu Pacific has cancelled several Manila-Dubai flights as it monitors the ongoing security situation in parts of the Middle East,...

Cebu Council seeks DPWH funds for USC-Talamban pedestrian skywalk

The Cebu City Council is urging the Department of Public Works and Highways to fund and construct a proposed pedestrian...

Capitol glows purple for Rare Disease Day

The Cebu Provincial Government illuminated the Cebu Provincial Capitol in purple at exactly 7 p.m. on February 28, marking its...

Lapu-Lapu performers shine at Singapore’s Chingay Parade

Performers from Lapu-Lapu City brought Filipino culture to the international stage after participating in the Chingay Parade 2026 in Singapore,...

Justice Watch Held in Cebu Honors Drug War Victims Amid ICC Hearings vs Duterte

Families of drug war victims, together with support groups and human rights advocates, gathered in Cebu City on Friday night,...

Discaya, DPWH officials face pre-trial in Lapu-Lapu court

Contractor Sarah Discaya, St. Timothy Construction president Maria Roma Rimando, and eight officials of the Department of Public Works and...

Cebu Province records P8.9B total income for 2025

Cebu Province closed 2025 with total revenues of P8.9 billion, reflecting the fiscal performance under former governor Gwendolyn Garcia and...

Carbon vendors press Council over Sitio Bato demolition fears

Vendors from Carbon Market on Friday urged the Cebu City Council to address the concerns of more than 700 families...

Archival pushes circular city initiatives after Japan learning visit

Cebu City Mayor Nestor Archival is advancing Cebu City’s circular economy agenda following an official learning visit to Yokohama and...

Warm, humid weather to persist — PAGASA

Warm and humid weather will continue to dominate conditions across the country as the easterlies blow, the Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical...

P439M sought for new classrooms in Mandaue City

The Mandaue City Government has included P439 million in its funding proposal under the Local Government Support Fund (LGSF) program...

Malacañang calls VP Sara Duterte’s remarks “lies and drama”

Malacañang on Friday dismissed Vice President Sara Duterte’s recent verbal attacks as mere “lies and drama,” describing them as attempts...

Archival urges CBRT dry run before any Marcos visit

With the Cebu Bus Rapid Transit (CBRT) nearing partial operations, Cebu City Mayor Nestor Archival is calling for a dry...

Alcover questions Archival’s Japan trip amid trash crisis

A Cebu City councilor has questioned the relevance and cost of Mayor Nestor Archival’s trip to Japan to study waste...

P45.9M school buildings to rise in northern Cebu after quake damage

Four new school buildings worth P45.9 million will soon be constructed in northern Cebu to replace facilities damaged by the...

Marcos inspects upgraded Visayas disaster hub in Mandaue

President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. on Thursday inspected the upgraded Visayas Disaster Resource Center (VDRC) in Mandaue City, highlighting the...

Marcos inaugurates Pag-Abot center for homeless in Liloan

President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. on Thursday inaugurated the Pag-Abot Processing Center in Liloan, Cebu, a facility designed to assist...

Capitol taps major travel partners to revive foreign arrivals in Cebu

The Cebu Provincial Government is shifting to a more targeted strategy to revive foreign tourist arrivals, focusing on partnerships with...

Bells, Banners and Memory: Cebu marks 40 years of People Power

Forty years after millions of Filipinos gathered along Epifanio de los Santos Avenue in a peaceful uprising that toppled a...

NUJP Rebukes Kaufman, Stands by Journalists Reporting Duterte’s Drug War

The National Union of Journalists of the Philippines (NUJP) slammed lawyer Nicholas Kaufman for accusing the media of twisting and...

Nakatilaw na ka ug Chupa-Chupa?

The chupa-chupa fruit, also known locally as “suck-suck,” is gaining attention online for its unique way of consumption. Its name...

Mactan-Cebu Airport Named Asia-Pacific’s Best for Passenger Experience

Mactan-Cebu International Airport (MCIA) won the 2025 Airport Service Quality (ASQ) Best Airport Award in the Asia-Pacific for the 5–15...

'He should be with his family,' says Baricuatro amid Duterte ICC case

Cebu Governor Pamela Baricuatro on Monday, February 23, expressed concern over former President Rodrigo Duterte’s situation amid ongoing proceedings at...

EDSA 40: Cebu protests recall People Power, push for reforms

Militant groups staged a rally on Wednesday, February 25, 2026, commemorating the 40th anniversary of the EDSA People Power Revolution....

Cebu City Marks 40th EDSA People Power Anniversary with Vibrant Mobilization

Cebu City witnessed a powerful display of unity and remembrance on February 25 as multi-sectoral groups took to the streets...

Baricuatro rallies Cebu business community for unified economic agenda

Cebu Governor Pamela Baricuatro on Monday night unveiled a stronger public-private partnership framework, positioning the business community as a key...

40-Year-Old Maxim Rider’s Story Reminds Cebuanos: There’s Struggle Behind Every Delivery

A routine delivery booking turned into an emotional encounter for a woman in Cebu after learning how far her rider...

Woman arrested in San Fernando over alleged illegal agarwood trade

Authorities arrested a woman in Barangay Sangat, San Fernando, Cebu for allegedly cultivating and selling endangered agarwood, locally known as...

Remembering the EDSA People Power Revolution: A Triumph of Unity and Democracy

Every year, Filipinos commemorate the anniversary of the EDSA People Power Revolution, a historic four day movement from February 22...

Lives at risk: Residents call for action on Mulao-Dapdap Access Road

Residents of Barangay Mulao in Compostela are calling for urgent government action following months of inaccessibility along a provincial road...

Garganera pushes inclusion of Freedom Park in heritage tours

Councilor Joel Garganera is urging that Freedom Park in Carbon Market be formally included in Cebu City’s Heritage Month activities...

Four posthumous awardees honored on Cebu City’s 89th Charter Day

Four Cebuanos who made lasting contributions to journalism, music, education, and archaeology are being honored posthumously as part of Cebu...

Evacuation ordered in Talisay subdivision as ground instability probe continues

Residents of a private subdivision in Barangay Lagtang, Talisay City were ordered to temporarily evacuate after authorities detected signs of...

Cebu City workers won’t get Charter Day incentive this year

Charter Day bonus off the table, says Archival

No work, no classes on Feb. 24 for Cebu City Charter Day

Cebu City will observe a special non-working holiday on February 24, 2026, in celebration of its 89th Charter Day.

Massive P199-billion railway planned to ease Cebu traffic

A commute measured in minutes instead of hours — that is the future transport planners are mapping out for Metro...

Guv Pam joins local leaders as P58-B LGSF program kicks off

Cebu Governor Pamela Baricuatro joined other local chief executives at Malacañang Palace on Monday, Feb. 23, for the launch of...

Cebu Expands Scholarship Program to Tackle Doctor Shortage

To strengthen Cebu’s public health workforce, the Cebu Provincial Government will now finance the medical education of at least 40...

Baricuatro Defends Stance, Says She Remains Color-Blind in Politics

While national political debates swirl, Cebu Gov. Pamela Baricuatro chose to respond not with a brief remark but with a...

Think twice before modifying your muffler, LTO 7 reminds drivers

Cebu City motorists are being warned to comply with vehicle regulations as the Land Transportation Office in Central Visayas (LTO...

Justice sought for slain Toledo teen as probe intensifies

A 12-year-old Grade 6 pupil who had been missing for several days was found dead in a remote area of...

Cebuanos Unite for 40th EDSA Commemoration Through SuPaKK 2.0

Cebu City and provincial leaders, together with the Catholic Church and civic groups, will lead the commemoration of the 40th...

Cebu to Open First Province-Run Drug Rehab Center in Pinamungajan

The Cebu Provincial Government is moving forward with plans to open a long-delayed drug rehabilitation facility in Pinamungajan, aiming to...

Cambogaong Bridge in Paknaan Reopens After Rehabilitation, Easing Northern Cebu Traffic

The Cambogaong Bridge in Barangay Paknaan reopens Friday, February 22, following the completion of its rehabilitation, promising smoother travel for...

P6.793-trillion 2026 budget explained in Cebu forum

The P6.793-trillion national budget for 2026 took center stage in Cebu as government officials gathered for the “Usapang Budget Natin”...

Over 100 young patients to get second chance at life via charity run

More than a hundred children born with congenital heart defects are expected to receive life-saving surgeries this year through a...

Free ride program under review amid service concerns in Cebu

Department of Transportation (DOTr) Secretary Giovanni Lopez on Thursday said officials will hold accountable those responsible for reported lapses in...

Cebuanos may ride BRT by March as DOTr wraps up final checks

Cebuanos may finally ride the first operational segment of the Cebu Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) system by March 2026.

Cebuanos Get Chance at 20,000 Jobs in Provincial Capitol Hiring Event

Cebuanos looking for work have a fresh opportunity as the Cebu Provincial Government launches a two-day job fair at the...

“ASIN TIBUOK” The Rarest Salt in the World

A recent feature by content creator Joseph the Explorer has renewed interest in one of the Philippines’ most extraordinary culinary...

Oldest Known Image of Daanbantayan Parish Church

A rare photograph dated May 28, 1959, preserved in the digital archives of the Parish Social Communications Ministry, offers a...

Missing teenage girl found dead; uncle jailed

Authorities have detained the suspect in the killing of a 12-year-old girl who was discovered lifeless in a wooded area...

Marcos to Meet Robredo in Naga During Flood Mitigation Visit

President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. will visit Naga City on Saturday, February 21, to personally inspect ongoing flood mitigation efforts...

Mandaue launches web-based early warning system to boost disaster preparedness

The Mandaue City Government officially launched a web-based Early Warning System (EWS) on Thursday, February 19, 2026, marking the first...

Cebu gov’t pours P1.7B into school recovery, improving classrooms

Education recovery and modernization in Cebu is set to take a major leap this year after the Cebu Provincial School...

Barn Owl Turned Over to DENR in Malita, Davao Occidental

The 1st Davao Occidental Provincial Mobile Force Company (1st DOcPMFC) successfully facilitated the turnover of a Barn Owl (Tyto alba)...

Archival welcomes Duterte candidacy but keeps Cebu priorities local

Nestor Archival welcomed Vice President Sara Duterte’s plan to run for president in 2028 but stressed that Cebu City’s attention...

Archival stands by PROBE amid Plaza Sugbo row

Cebu City Mayor Nestor Archival is standing by his enforcement team as tensions rise over a reported confrontation at Plaza...

‘Que sera sera’: Pamela Baricuatro shrugs off death threats amid tightened security

Heightened security now surrounds the Cebu Provincial Capitol after Pamela Baricuatro confirmed she has received reported death threats that she...

Muslim leader urges faithful to observe Ramadan with mindfulness and discipline

As the holy month of Ramadan officially began in the Philippines on Thursday, a Muslim leader in Baguio called on...

LTO turns over breathalyzers to Cebu to boost anti-drunk driving enforcement

The Land Transportation Office Central Visayas turned over five alcohol breath analyzers to the Cebu Provincial Government on Thursday, Feb....

BRT plan hits heritage concerns over Capitol station design

The proposed station of the Cebu Bus Rapid Transit in front of the Cebu Provincial Capitol has drawn scrutiny after...

Color-Blind for Now: Gov Pam Focuses on Cebu While Sara Eyes Presidency

Cebu Governor Pamela Baricuatro is putting politics on pause.

Cebu Seniors to Get Local Care Centers Under New Provincial Law

Cebu is bringing senior care closer to home, mandating every town and city to establish dedicated centers for the province’s...

BI Arrests Chinese National in Bohol for Immigration Violations

The Bureau of Immigration (BI) has arrested a Chinese national in Panglao, Bohol for alleged violations of Philippine immigration laws....

Barangay Opao Hall, P80-M Facility with Health Services, Now Operational

The P80-million multi-purpose Barangay Opao Hall was officially turned over on Tuesday, February 17, 2026, marking a milestone in local...

Archival Moves to Equip City with Breathalyzers Following Fatal Banilad Accident

Cebu City is moving to fast-track the purchase of breath analyzers following public criticism over delays in alcohol testing in...

PDC endorses P107B Cebu budget priorities for 2027

Cebu is moving early to secure national funding for 2027, as the Provincial Development Council (PDC) formally endorsed P107 billion...

Mayor Archival urges Filinvest to open SRP footbridges after fatal crash

A deadly Valentine’s Day accident at the South Road Properties (SRP) has prompted Cebu City Mayor Nestor Archival to call...

Mandaue Council urges DPWH to repair collapsed Butuanon River flood control

The Mandaue City Council has passed a resolution urging the Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) Regional Office VII...

Kingston Cheng’s mother to pursue legal action

The family of 23-year-old businessman Kingston Ralph Ko Cheng will file a case against the driver implicated in the hit-and-run...

Church Calls for Digital Fasting in Lenten Season

As the Lenten season begins this week, the Catholic Bishops Conference of the Philippines (CBCP) called on the faithful to...

Shear Line, Easterlies, Amihan: Filipinos Face a Cloudy Start to the Week

The Philippines wakes under a blanket of clouds on Monday, as three distinct weather systems converge to shape the country’s...

Most Filipinos Say Bribery Tops Corruption

Most Filipinos see bribery as the most widespread form of corruption in the country, according to the latest Tugon ng...

Complaint vs Five Alleged Security Escorts Dropped Over Jurisdiction

The Mandaue City Prosecutor’s Office has dismissed the complaint against five men accused of acting as private security escorts for...

Archival: ‘Kingston Ralph Ordinance’ push is about accountability, not politics

Following the deadly hit-and-run in Cebu City, Mayor Nestor Archival on Monday defended the proposed “Kingston Ralph Ordinance,” stressing that...

Mandaue adds 32 trained responders to emergency force

Thirty-two trainees under Batch Falcon have completed a two-month intensive program and will join the disaster response pool of the...

Lapu-Lapu City rolls out purok-based solid waste management system

The Lapu-Lapu City government has rolled out a purok-based solid waste management system, shifting waste segregation and monitoring to the...

ICC Names Bato, Bong Go, Others in Killings Linked to Duterte’s Drug Campaign

The International Criminal Court Office of the Prosecutor has identified eight current and former Philippine officials — including Senators Ronald...

Cebu Runners Seek Justice for Kingston

Members of Cebu’s running community gathered early Sunday morning, Feb. 15, for a 24-kilometer run calling for justice for 23-year-old...

Cebu rolls out “study now, serve later” program to address doctor shortage

Facing a long-standing shortage of physicians, the Cebu Provincial Government has launched a free medical scholarship that requires scholars to...

Proposed Ordinance Aims to Prevent Harm from Over-Serving Alcohol in Cebu Bars

In the aftermath of a deadly hit-and-run in Cebu, a city councilor is proposing a new ordinance that would hold...

Panglao Island Protected Seascapes Reopens with Stricter Marine Tourism Guidelines

After more than a year of rehabilitation, the Panglao Island Protected Seascapes (PIPS) has officially reopened, welcoming visitors with stricter...

Heart and Vascular Institute Opens to Improve Heart Care Access in Cebu

Cebu’s residents will now have greater access to advanced heart and vascular care, as the newly opened Heart and Vascular...

Council Approves P5.1M Cebu Exchange Lease for 24/7 Hub

The Cebu City Council has approved a multi-year lease agreement worth over P5.1 million for the city’s upcoming 24/7 “Mayor...

Cebu–Quanzhou Direct Flights Take Off Again After Pandemic Pause

After years of rerouting through Manila or other Asian hubs, Cebuanos heading to Quanzhou, China’s historic port city, will soon...

TIEZA set to begin restoration of Sibonga heritage church

The Tourism Infrastructure and Enterprise Zone Authority (TIEZA) has received clearance to move forward with the restoration of the Our...

Ombudsman Dismissal Overturned, Borbon Vice Mayor Returns to Office

After months of legal battle, Borbon Vice Mayor Noel Dotillos is set to return to office following a Court of...

Mandaue allocates P100 million for flood control along Butuanon River in Paknaan

The Mandaue City government has set aside P100 million for flood control works along a section of the Butuanon River...

DOH promotes safe sex this Valentine’s

Heart-shaped gifts and candlelit dinners may define Valentine’s Day for many Filipinos, but health officials are reminding couples that protection...

Case vs 5 Alleged Security of Hit-and-Run Suspect

Five alleged “security escorts” of 21-year-old hit-and-run suspect Sean Andrew Pajarillo were brought to the Mandaue City Hall of Justice...

Archival vows: Carbon Market fees stay with city, not private developer

As uncertainty grows over the future of Carbon Public Market, Cebu City Mayor Nestor Archival assured vendors on Thursday that...

PNP Warns Against Unauthorized Use of Police Uniforms in Online Content

The Philippine National Police (PNP) on Thursday issued a warning to content creators against the unauthorized use of police uniforms...

Mandaue seeks P3 billion for priority projects in RDC budget talks

The Mandaue City Government has proposed a P3-billion budget for at least 15 priority projects for 2027 during the Regional...

Cebu City breaks ground on CCMC Phase 5 resumption

Cebu City Mayor Nestor Archival on Wednesday led the groundbreaking ceremony for the resumption of Phase 5 of the Cebu...

Archival vows justice in fatal Banilad hit-and-run

Cebu City Mayor Nestor Archival vowed a thorough and transparent investigation into the fatal hit-and-run incident in Barangay Banilad that...

Ramadan, Lent Begin on Same Day, Church Leaders Urge Interfaith Solidarity

An unusual overlap in religious calendars will see Muslims and Christians begin their respective fasting seasons on the same day...

Pepito Urges Marcos to Prioritize Long-Stalled Cebu Bus Rapid Transit Project

After years of stalled timelines and missed launch dates, the long-promised Cebu Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) project is again under...

NGCP to Complete Seven Key Transmission Projects in 2026

The National Grid Corporation of the Philippines (NGCP) is set to energize several major transmission projects this year, focusing on...

Hit-and-Run in Banilad Sparks Calls for Road Safety

The death of 23-year-old entrepreneur Kingston Ralph Cheng in a hit-and-run incident in Barangay Banilad has prompted business leaders and...

Discaya’s Rolls-Royce Cullinan Finally Sold After Multiple Auctions

The 2013 Rolls-Royce Cullinan of controversial contractor couple Sarah and Curlee Discaya sold for P29,026,000 during a Bureau of Customs...

Controversy Mounts Over Carbon Market JVA as Vendors, Officials Raise Concerns

The controversy surrounding the redevelopment of Carbon Public Market is intensifying.

Young Businessman Killed in Banilad Hit-and-Run; LTO Suspends Driver’s License

One wrong turn after midnight cost a young businessman his life and prompted authorities to act against the driver responsible....

Sarok Festival 2026 Grand Parade Celebrates Culture, Unity, and Progress in Consolacion

The streets of the Municipality of Consolacion came alive with vibrant colors, rhythmic performances, and spirited participants during the Sarok...

Mandaue council backs abolition of travel tax bill

The Mandaue City Council has approved a resolution expressing its strong support for the proposed abolition of the travel tax...

Mandaue City launches live monitoring of rivers, roads during heavy rains

Whether under a rainfall warning or a typhoon signal, Mandaue City residents can now access live updates on rivers and...

Lapu-Lapu City sets rules for purok-based waste system

The City Environment and Natural Resources Office (CENRO) in Lapu-Lapu City has started drafting the implementing rules and regulations for...

How a Fisherman’s Son Became Cebu’s Pride in the 2025 Bar Exams

For Atty. Jeowy Loyloy Ompad, passing the Bar was already a miracle. Topping it—emerging as Top 6 in the 2025...

Flights may get cheaper as Marcos backs travel tax abolition

For many Filipinos rushing to catch a flight for work, family emergencies, or long-planned reunions, the cost of travel may...

City proposes program to end unsafe electricity connections in Cebu

Households forced to rely on illegal electricity lines face constant fire risks, prompting Cebu City to draft a measure that...

Atty. Rigil Kent E. Sevilleno's Story of Discipline, Sacrifice, and Purpose

For Atty. Rigil Kent E. Sevilleno, becoming a lawyer was a dream planted early on.

Mandaue council to review single-use plastic ordinance amid waste concerns

The Mandaue City Council is set to review an existing city ordinance regulating the use of single-use plastics.

Majority of Filipinos Still Trust Government to Handle Country’s Problems — Survey

Kaiser Jan Fuentes

Local Operators Raise Concerns as GSM Taxis Roll Out

As electric taxis continue to roll out on Cebu’s roads, the city council has warned that a new national transport...

Dole sets wage computation for Chinese New Year, EDSA anniversary

For many workers, February often brings questions about whether a day off means a day’s pay. Thus, the Department of...

Cebu City eyes health insurance for all elected barangay officials

Elected barangay officials in Cebu City may soon receive city-funded group health and hospitalization insurance.

Baricuatro Expresses Gratitude to PNP Amid Assassination Threat

Even in the shadow of a P2.5 million bounty on her life, Cebu Governor Pamela Baricuatro took time to publicly...

MCIA Breaks Record with 1.3 Million Passengers in January

Mactan-Cebu International Airport (MCIA) reached a milestone in January 2026 by handling 1.3 million passengers, the highest monthly traffic in...

Mandaue City Pushes Shift to Reusable Tumblers to Reduce Plastic Waste

The use of reusable water tumblers instead of disposable plastic water bottles is being promoted in Mandaue City as part...

Lapu-Lapu City Holds ‘Libreng Serbisyo’ Activity in Barangay Calawisan

The Lapu-Lapu City Government conducted a “Libreng Serbisyo Para sa Tanan” activity in Barangay Calawisan, providing residents access to various...

Baricuatro Refuses to Be Intimidated by Assassination Plot

A P2.5 million bounty has been placed on the life of Cebu Governor Pamela Baricuatro, a threat she addressed publicly...

WALAY KLASE ON FEBRUARY 6 DUE TO HEAVY RAIN AND TROPICAL STORM BASYANG

The local government has announced the suspension of face-to-face classes on February 6 in several cities and municipalities in Cebu...

TS BASYANG HEADING TOWARD CENTRAL VISAYAS

NEWS REPORT: Tropical Storm Basyang (Penha) is now over the Bohol Sea and moving west-northwest toward Central Visayas, according to...

Several flights to and from Cebu have been cancelled today due to Tropical Storm Basyang, the CIA reports

Affected departures include Cebu-bound flights to Dipolog, Pagadian, Dumaguete, Cagayan de Oro, Cotabato, Masbate, and Siquijor, while arrivals from these...

RED AND ORANGE WARNING IN SEVERAL PARTS IN CEBU

PAGASA issued an advisory at 3:00 p.m. of February 6, 2026:

PRAY FOR ILIGAN: CITY STRUGGLES WITH FLOODING AFTER TS BASYANG

Iligan City, Lanao del Norte, February 6, 2026 – Iligan is facing widespread flooding and significant damage following continuous heavy...

PAGASA Latest Update – Weather Advisory (Visayas)

PAGASA-Visayas has issued a heavy rainfall warning 11:00 a.m. on Friday, February 6, as TS Basyang affects the region. Residents...

PAGASA ISSUES RED RAINFALL WARNING OVER VISAYAS DUE TO TS BASYANG

NEWS REPORT: PAGASA-Visayas issued a Heavy Rainfall Warning at 8:00 AM, Friday, February 6, as Tropical Storm Basyang continues to...

Over 20 Families Evacuated in Mandaue City as Typhoon Basyang Brings Flood Risk

More than 20 families were evacuated to temporary shelters in Barangays Maguikay and Paknaan after heavy rains from Typhoon Basyang...

Lapu-Lapu City, DTI Launch Digital Price Monitoring System

The Lapu-Lapu City government has partnered with the Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) Cebu Provincial Office to strengthen the...

Iligan Aftermath: Tropical Storm Basyang Leaves Widespread Damage, Thousands Displaced

Floodwaters have begun to recede in Iligan City following the onslaught of Tropical Storm Basyang, but the scale of destruction...

Heavy Rainfall Warning No. 9 Issued as TS Basyang Affects Parts of Visayas

The Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration (PAGASA) issued Heavy Rainfall Warning No. 9 on Friday afternoon as Tropical...

Governor Denies Role in Minglanilla Mayor’s Suspension, Reveals Death Threat

Cebu Governor Pamela Baricuatro denied any involvement in the suspension of Minglanilla Mayor Rajiv Enad and other town officials, saying...

Cebu readies for Basyang; Vigilance Urged

Cebu Governor Pamela Baricuatro assured residents that the province is better prepared to face Tropical Storm Basyang after learning from...

Cebu City Sees Only Minor Issues Amid Basyang Rains – Archival

Cebu City did not experience major disruptions despite heavy rains brought by Tropical Depression Basyang.

4 DEAD IN CAGAYAN DE ORO LANDSLIDE TRIGGERED BY TS BASYANG

A landslide, triggered by the relentless heavy rains of Tropical Storm #BasyangPH, claimed the lives of four family members on...

15 PORTS IN CEBU HAS BEEN SUSPENDED AS OF NOW

Sea travel across 15 ports in Cebu has been suspended, and evacuations are ongoing as authorities prepare for the expected...

Tropical Storm BASYANG slightly intensifies while approaching Eastern Mindanao.

Tropical Cyclone Bulletin No. 11

Travel Advisory: Selected Sea Trips Cancelled Due to Tropical Depression Basyang

The Cebu Port Authority (CPA) has announced the cancellation of selected sea trips starting February 5, 2026, due to Tropical...

No Pets Left Behind: Basyang Moves Closer to Visayas, PAGASA warns of heavy rain and strong winds

As Tropical Storm Basyang continues to move closer toward the Philippine Area of Responsibility, the Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical...

Malls to Serve as Evacuation Centers as Basyang Threatens Cebu City

Cebu City has begun opening evacuation options and activating emergency protocols as Tropical Storm Basyang threatens parts of Central Visayas....

LGU Daanbantayan Gears Up for Typhoon Basyang

The Local Government Unit of Daanbantayan, led by Mayor Gilbert Arrabis Jr. and MDRRMO Head Obet Tancawan, convened a Pre-Disaster...

Larsian Upgrade on the Table as Cebu Gov’t Eyes PPP Route

The Cebu Provincial Government is weighing a public-private partnership (PPP) scheme for Larsian, signaling a new chapter for the long-standing...

Lapu-Lapu, Mandaue Convene PDRA Meetings as TD Basyang Threatens Central Visayas

Local governments of Lapu-Lapu City and Mandaue City separately convened Pre-Disaster Risk Assessment (PDRA) meetings to prepare for the possible...

Cebu Officials Back Anti-Epal Policy

Cebu Province’s top officials have expressed support for the Department of the Interior and Local Government’s (DILG) directive discouraging the...

Cebu City Rolls Out Free Bus Rides for Commuters Amid Basyang

Commuters in Cebu City need not worry about transportation disruptions as the city government rolled out free bus services starting...

WALAY KLASE

Several local government units have announced the suspension of face-to-face classes as heavy rainfall continues to affect parts of the...

Suspended Mayor's Wife is Acting Mayor

The Department of the Interior and Local Government (DILG) has activated transition measures in Minglanilla, Cebu, following the preventive suspension...

Pre-Trial Reset for Sarah Discaya, Others in P96.5-M ‘Ghost’ Flood Control Case

The pre-trial for contractor Sarah Discaya, her company president Maria Roma Rimando, and eight Department of Public Works and Highways...

Know the common symptoms of a heart attack and stroke

According to the World Health Organization (WHO), cardiovascular diseases remain one of the leading causes of death worldwide. Early recognition...

How Cebu Prepares for 'Basyang'

Rain clouds are gathering over Cebu as Tropical Depression Basyang approaches the Visayas, prompting a familiar change in daily life....

Guv Pam Eyes Waste-to-Energy Tech in China’s Visit

Cebu Governor Pamela Baricuatro has embarked on an official visit to Fujian Province in China, a trip that carries environmental...

Frasco Orders Removal of DOT Materials Bearing Her Image

Tourism Secretary Christina Frasco on Wednesday instructed all regional offices of the Department of Tourism (DOT) to remove any tourism...

Cebu Eyes Heritage Tourism Push as Costs Worry Visitors

Cebu City earned praise for peace, order, and hospitality during the ASEAN Tourism Forum (ATF) 2026, but visiting tourism delegates...

Tomas Osmeña Asks SC to Halt Carbon Market Project

Cebu City Vice Mayor Tomas Osmeña has asked the Supreme Court to stop the ongoing redevelopment of the Carbon Public...

PAGASA REPORT: Tropical Depression Basyang Moves West Toward Mindanao 11 PM, 2/3/2026

Tropical Depression Basyang was last reported at 10 p.m. Tuesday, located 965 kilometers east of northeastern Mindanao. The system packs...

Ombudsman Orders One-Year Suspension for Minglanilla Officials

Minglanilla’s top officials, including Mayor Rajiv Enad and Vice Mayor Lani Peña, are set to serve a one-year suspension without...

Cebu City Prepares for Nipah Virus, No Cases Detected So Far

Cebu City is taking preventive measures against the Nipah virus despite having no confirmed cases locally or nationally, Mayor Nestor...

Cebu City Implements Barangay Shredding Machines to Reduce Waste, Costs

Cebu City Mayor Nestor Archival said all 80 barangays will use their P8-million Local Development Fund (LDF) to purchase shredding...

Baricuatro worries impeachment battles could shake economy and global confidence

Cebu Governor Pamela Baricuatro expressed concern that the impeachment complaints currently confronting both President Ferdinand “Bongbong” Marcos Jr. and Vice...

The Humble Beginnings of the Sinulog Festival

Each January, the streets of Cebu erupt in a pulsating sea of color, sound, and movement. Millions chant “Pit Señor!”...

PhilSys' '15 Slots a Day' Policy Faces Criticism Following Repeated Service Denial in Cebu

Jay (not her real name) believed her first attempt failed because she arrived too late. She had gone to one...

PASAVOGUE: Nicole Borromeo and Apriel Smith to Represent Cebu at Miss Universe Philippines

Cebu’s legacy of producing strong, accomplished beauty queens continues as Nicole Borromeo and Apriel Smith step forward to represent the...

P307M Set for Temporary Classrooms in 34 Cebu Towns

Cebu Province is moving to protect the next school year from disruption by building hundreds of temporary learning spaces in...

Mandaue Council seeks clarity on Binaliw landfill capacity, possible reopening

The Mandaue City Council is set to meet with Prime Integrated Waste Solutions Inc., operator of the Barangay Binaliw landfill,...

Flood mitigation plans underway for critical Butuanon River

The rehabilitation of the Butuanon River is one of the most complex river restoration efforts in Cebu, Department of Public...

Cebu court allows bail for activist arrested at pro-Duterte rally

A Cebu City court has allowed an activist arrested during a pro-Duterte protest held amid the ASEAN Summit to post...

Anita’s Home Bakeshop

For 57 years, Anita’s Home Bakeshop has remained a familiar and trusted name in Cebuano households. Established in 1968, the...

DENR Taps Academe, NGOs for Independent Probe on Binaliw Landslide

Weeks after the deadly collapse at the Binaliw Sanitary Landfill, the Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR) has formed...

Comelec Dismisses Cortes’ Election Protest vs Ouano

The Commission on Elections (Comelec) First Division has dismissed the election protest filed by former Mandaue City mayor Jonas Cortes...

Cebu Province Needs P19.23 Billion for Earthquake Recovery

The province will require P19.23 billion to fully recover from the 6.9-magnitude earthquake that struck on September 30, 2025, officials...

But First, Safety: Northern Cebu Awaits MGB Assessment Before Rebuilding

Reconstruction in Northern Cebu is on hold as local officials wait for official land assessments from the Mines and Geosciences...

Barangay Tisa asks Archival to help keep Starbuks trail open

Barangay Tisa officials have requested Mayor Nestor Archival’s assistance to preserve popular hiking trails in the city’s southern hills, which...

Public Concern Prompts Capitol to Tighten Oversight at Carcar Hospital

The Cebu Provincial Government has temporarily placed Carcar Provincial Hospital (CPH) under new supervision following incidents that drew public attention,...

Mandaue City gets first look at P2.5-B government center

City officials got a visual preview of the planned Mandaue City Government Center after the project’s scale model was formally...

Mandaue City files Ombudsman case vs treasurer’s office clerk over P3.3-M funds

The Mandaue City Government has filed a criminal complaint before the Office of the Ombudsman–Visayas against a former cash clerk...

City treasurer claims Toledo barred him from office amid post dispute

City Treasurer Leonardo “Jun” Rivera Jr. claimed he was prevented from entering the Toledo City Treasurer’s Office, deepening a dispute...

Bohol vlogger goes viral with province life content

A Bohol-based vlogger has captured the hearts of millions online, reaching 4.5 million views in just one day with a...

Archival clarifies City Hall didn’t order SRP tarpaulins

Cebu City Mayor Nestor Archival has pushed back against claims that City Hall ordered tarpaulins and board-ups along the South...

Tourism Officials Unveil Cebu MICE Guidebook at TRAVEX 2026

Cebu’s profile as a premier destination for meetings, incentives, conferences, and events (MICE) received a major boost with the launch...

The Road to Miss Universe PH 2026 Begins for Two Cebuanas

Two Cebuanas will be formally unveiled as Cebu’s representatives to the Miss Universe Philippines 2026 pageant during a sashing and...

Filipinos Could Fly Cheaper if Travel Tax Bill Passes

A bill seeking to remove travel taxes imposed on Filipinos departing the country has been filed in the House of...

Artist Preciosa Bacalso Leads Push for Cebuano Music with ‘Basin Pa Lang’

A young Cebuana singer and journalist is taking center stage in a research-backed push to bring Cebuano music closer to...

PCG deploys technical divers, ROV to intensify search for M/V Trisha Kerstin 3 in Basilan

The Philippine Coast Guard (PCG) has intensified its search and rescue operations for the remaining missing passengers of M/V Trisha...

Palace says no medical bulletin needed for Marcos’ condition

Malacañang on Wednesday clarified that there is no need for President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. to release a medical bulletin,...

Myanmar crisis, regional priorities top agenda of ASEAN foreign ministers in Cebu

ASEAN foreign ministers will take up the situation in Myanmar, including its peace plan and recent elections, as they gather...

Metro Cebu Expressway Collapsed Segment Set for Completion Before Rainy Season

The long-stalled Metro Cebu Expressway (MCE) is back on track as the Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) resumes...

DDS Groups to Hold Rally in Cebu Despite Governor’s Appeal During ASEAN Summit

Despite Cebu Governor Pamela Baricuatro’s calls to avoid public demonstrations, local Duterte supporters are set to hold a rally on...

Board-Ups Rise Along SRP Ahead of ASEAN 2026, Drawing Environmental Concerns

Newly installed board-ups now line portions of South Road Properties (SRP) along a major route leading to NUSTAR, where preparations...

ASEAN delegates explore Old Cebu in heritage walk to promote city tourism

Cebu City showcased its historic roots on Wednesday as over a hundred ASEAN delegates joined a heritage walk through the...

Race with rains: Mananga River rehab fast-tracked ahead of rainy season

With only a few dry months left, the national government is accelerating river rehabilitation works in Cebu to reduce the...

ICC Judges Find Duterte Fit; Pre-Trial Hearing Set for Feb. 23

Former president Rodrigo Duterte will face the confirmation of charges at the International Criminal Court (ICC) starting February 23, 2026,...

Guv Baricuatro elected chair of Visayas Regional Development Committee

A new leadership shift in the Visayas is expected to strengthen coordination among regions, with Cebu Governor Pamela Baricuatro elected...

Bohol Hosts ASEAN Economic Talks as Philippines Advances 2026 Agenda

The Philippines hosted a series of high-level ASEAN economic meetings in Panglao, Bohol from January 21 to 25, 2026, advancing...

Six BI personnel removed over alleged privileges granted to Russian vlogger

Malacañang confirmed on Monday that six Bureau of Immigration (BI) personnel have been removed following allegations that they granted unauthorized...

Marcos Approves National Digital Connectivity Plan to Lower Internet Costs

President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. has approved the Philippines’ first National Digital Connectivity Plan (NDCP), a comprehensive framework designed to...

LTO 7 Orders TV Reporter to Explain Viral Hit-and-Run in Cebu

The Land Transportation Office (LTO) 7 has issued a Show Cause Order directing a media personality and the registered owner...

Cebu City Charter Day bonus eyed, but amount still uncertain

Cebu City will celebrate its Charter Day on February 24, but the amount of the bonus for City Hall employees...

ASEAN in Cebu: Leaders Discuss Sustainable, Responsible Travel Across the Region

Tourism leaders from Southeast Asia gathered in Cebu on Monday for the opening of the 63rd ASEAN National Tourism Organizations...

MCPO to secure routes for ASEAN Summit delegates passing through Mandaue

Even without designated event venues, the Mandaue City Police Office (MCPO) is stepping up security preparations for the safe passage...

IMC donates 17 generator sets to Mandaue City after Typhoon Tino

As Mandaue City continues recovery efforts following Typhoon Tino, the International Medical Corps (IMC) has donated 17 generator sets to...

Archival presses DENR approval for Cebu City transfer station

Cebu City Mayor Nestor Archival is pushing the Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR) to allow the city to...

Aid released to Binaliw victims’ families as probe continues

Families of workers killed in the Binaliw landfill collapse have begun receiving financial assistance as government agencies process compensation claims...

Two Filipino seafarers die as cargo ship capsizes near Scarborough Shoal

Two Filipino crew members aboard a Singaporean-flagged cargo vessel have died after their ship capsized near Scarborough Shoal, while search...

Radio commentator files graft complaints vs Mandaue mayor

Radio commentator Edward Ligas has filed complaints with the Office of the Ombudsman–Visayas against Mandaue City Mayor Thadeo Jovito “Jonkie”...

Osmeña calls for review of incineration ban as Cebu City faces P700M waste costs

Cebu City Vice Mayor Tomas Osmeña has urged the national government to revisit laws banning incineration, warning that the city’s...

Mandaue City deploys eco wardens in 27 barangays to enforce waste segregation

Mandaue City has deployed eco wardens in all 27 barangays to monitor and enforce waste segregation as part of efforts...

Comelec aims to register 2 million youth for 2026 Barangay, SK elections

Imagine millions of first-time voters lining up to make their voices heard. That’s exactly what the Commission on Elections (Comelec)...

Cebu sets up council to protect agriculture, fisheries

The Cebu Provincial Government has established a council to strengthen the conservation, protection, and sustainable development of agriculture and fisheries...

No More Midnight Karaoke? Cebu City Mulls 24-Hour Noise Rule

Residents struggling to sleep or work because of late-night karaoke and other loud disturbances may soon see stricter citywide regulations....

Neighboring LGUs turn down Cebu City garbage request after deadly Binaliw slide

Appeals from Cebu City for nearby dumping options met firm resistance on Thursday as neighboring local governments refused to shoulder...

Mandaue council approves private hauler deal to manage garbage crisis

The Mandaue City Council has approved a memorandum of agreement (MOA) allowing Mayor Thadeo Jovito “Jonkie” Ouano to hire a...

Las Piñas Mayor Covers Return of Stranded Sinulog Participants, Denies City Subsidy

Mayor April Aguilar clarified that the group from Las Piñas who joined the Sinulog Festival in Cebu were private individuals...

Cebu Strengthens Anti-Poverty Drive with Creation of Provincial Poverty Reduction Action Committee

The provincial government has launched a new mechanism to boost its anti-poverty efforts with the creation of the Provincial Poverty...

Bogo City Demands DPWH Get Council Approval Before Starting Projects

The Government has formally requested the Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) to conduct prior consultations with the city...

Amihan brings cool temperatures and light rains across the country

Most parts of the Philippines continue to feel the effects of the northeast monsoon, or “amihan,” as it brings light...

Newborn Baby Found Abandoned; Mayor Calls Outs Parents In Crisis

What caught residents’ attention early Tuesday morning was not trash, but a faint movement inside a green eco-bag in a...

Heroic Garbage Worker Rescued Colleagues During Binaliw Trash Slide

In the aftermath of the deadly Binaliw landfill collapse, the Cebu City Council recognized a worker whose quick actions helped...

From Whale Sharks to Lechon: Cebu Gears Up for ASEAN Tourism Forum

If a visitor’s first impression of Cebu were a story, every detail, from clean public toilets to whale sharks, would...

Family Seeks Justice After Beloved Labrador Beaten to Death in Canduman

They called him Cooper, their “son” and loyal companion. 

Cebu City Faces Massive 1,000-Ton Trash Cleanup After Sinulog Parade

Sanitation crews hauled nearly 1,000 tons of garbage from streets and parade routes following the Sinulog Grand Parade on Sunday,...

Tropical Cyclone Ada Weakens into Remnant Low

Tropical cyclone Ada has officially weakened into a remnant low, while a separate low pressure area outside the Philippine Area...

Mandaue Extends Business Permit Filing Deadline to January 25

Business owners in Mandaue City now have until January 25 to file their applications for business permits, following the approval...

DPWH urges newly graduated engineering students to join fight vs corruption

Public Works Secretary Vince Dizon called on newly graduated engineers and young Filipinos to apply for positions at the Department...

Cebu City Councilor Pushes for Citywide Ban on Gambling Ads

Amid the rising visibility of online betting promotions on streets and screens, Cebu City Councilor Joel Garganera has filed a...

Capitol Executive Building Set for P6.6-M Facelift

While public focus has been on the ongoing refurbishment of the Governor’s Office, the Cebu Provincial Government is also planning...

Binaliw Volunteer Responder Dies of Sepsis

A volunteer responder who took part in search-and-rescue operations following the deadly Binaliw landfill collapse in Cebu City has died...

Baricuatro Reconstitutes CPAC as Frontline Service Hub

The Cebu provincial government has revitalized one of its key public service initiatives by placing the Cebu People’s Action Center...

Archival Vows Improvements After Record-Breaking First Sinulog as Mayor

Cebu City Mayor Nestor Archival called his first Sinulog as chief executive a success, even as he acknowledged areas for...

NHCP finds Capitol governor’s office renovation acceptable

The proposed interior renovation of the east wing of the Cebu Provincial Capitol, intended to house Governor Pamela Baricuatro’s new...

Mandaue Council appeals to Church to restore traditional fluvial route for Fiesta Señor 2027

The Mandaue City Council has passed a resolution appealing to the Archdiocese of Cebu and the Basilica Minore del Santo...

IPI Donates Sinulog 2026 Grand Prize to Binaliw Landfill Victims

What was meant to be a moment of celebration at Sinulog 2026 became an act of compassion for families in...

Hip-Hop and Heritage: How Toledo, Tagbilaran Dominated Sinulog

Hip-hop, sacred rituals, and a child on stage: the 2026 Sinulog Festival proved that faith, culture, and creativity can collide...

Guv Pam Leads Dance of Prayer at Sinulog: 'Unta Wala na'y Bagyo ug Linog'

The beat of drums and the rhythm of prayers filled the Cebu City Sports Center on Sunday as Governor Pamela...

Cebu Begins Long-Awaited Housing Aid for Typhoon Odette Survivors

Nearly four years after Super Typhoon Odette devastated thousands of homes in Cebu, the distribution of emergency housing aid has...

Cebu City to join DENR probe on Binaliw landfill collapse, says Archival

Mayor Nestor Archival said Cebu City will cooperate with any investigation into the deadly Binaliw landfill collapse if the Department...

Sinulog sa Pasil 2026 Brings Faith, Culture, and Community Spirit to Cebu City

The vibrant spirit of Sinulog filled the streets of Barangay Pasil as residents and devotees gathered for Sinulog sa Pasil...

Sinulog Goes On: Mayor Explains City’s Decision After Landfill Collapse

Mayor Nestor Archival explained why Cebu City will push through with the Sinulog Festival this weekend, even as search and...

Sinulog 2026: Gov. Pam highlights faith, resilience, and shared hope

As Cebu celebrates this year’s Fiesta Señor and Sinulog, Governor Pamela Baricuatro urged the faithful to look beyond the grand...

Nearly 2 million faithful show love for the Sto. Niño

From early morning until midday on Saturday, January 17, nearly two million devotees filled the city’s roads for the Sinulog...

Mandaue BPLO steps up nightly inspections ahead of Sinulog

The Business Permit and Licensing Office (BPLO) of Mandaue City has intensified its inspections of business establishments, conducting nightly monitoring...

DOH 7 urges safe, healthy Sinulog Celebration

DOH 7 URGES SAFE, HEALTHY SINULOG CELEBRATION

CCTO clarifies clamping of councilors’ cars during Sinulog

The Cebu City Transportation Office (CCTO) on Saturday explained that the clamping of city councilors’ vehicles along D. Jakosalem Street...

Weather to improve for Sinulog weekend activities

Festival-goers and devotees can expect better weather conditions during the major Sinulog events this weekend, as the Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical...

Sagrada Familia images arrive safely in Lapu-Lapu despite rain

The blessed images of the Sagrada Familia safely arrived in Lapu-Lapu City on Friday morning, January 16, despite intermittent rains...

Free e-buses roll out as Cebu welcomes Sinulog devotees

As pilgrims streamed into the city for Sinulog, Cebu City on Friday rolled out two free electric buses to ferry...

Councilor Winston Pepito breaks silence on City Hall vehicle clamping

After days of online backlash and public confusion, Cebu City Councilor Winston Pepito has broken his silence on the City...

Cebu Province Reassesses P150M Fund for Unbuilt Balamban Capitol

The P150-million national government allocation intended for the construction of a new Cebu Provincial Capitol in Balamban is now in...

Asturias sweeps Sinulog Festival Queen 2026

Stefanie Collamar Przewodnik of the Municipality of Asturias dominated the stage at the Cebu City Sports Complex on January 16,...

World’s first methanol dual-fuel bulk carrier launched in Balamban

Rain fell over Balamban, Cebu on January 15 as the world’s first methanol dual-fuelled KAMSARMAX bulk carrier was officially named...

Thousands attend Traslacion 2026 despite schedule change

Despite a revised schedule, thousands of devotees gathered on Wednesday, January 15, to witness the Traslacion 2026 from the Basilica...

Maricel of Talisay City Wins Sinulog Idol Season 17

Besting 12 other hopefuls, Maricel Bingga of Talisay City emerged as the Grand Champion of Sinulog Idol Season 17 during...

Faith moves Cebu as 216,000 faithful join Walk with Mary

Long before sunrise on Thursday, Cebu’s streets were already alive with prayer as more than 200,000 devotees took part in...

Construction of Mandaue City College, CTU–Mandaue permanent campuses to start this year

Construction of the permanent campuses of Mandaue City College (MCC) and Cebu Technological University (CTU)–Mandaue Campus will begin this year...

City Hall parking row spills online as Alcover, Archival trade words

Councilor Jun Alcover and Mayor Nestor Archival exchanged pointed remarks online following the clamping of councilors’ vehicles, an incident that...

Vice Governor Soco’s Office Sees Over 300% Budget Increase for 2026

The Office of Vice Governor Glenn Anthony Soco will operate with a significantly larger budget in 2026, reflecting a major...

Over AI-generated Police Photo: Byron's Case vs Pam Dismissed

Cebu Governor Pamela Baricuatro won a legal victory after the Office of the Provincial Prosecutor dismissed a complaint filed against...

Discaya, DPWH Officials Plead Not Guilty in P96.5-M ‘Ghost’ Flood Project Case

Contractors Sarah Discaya, owner of St. Timothy Construction, and company president Maria Roma Rimando, along with eight officials of the...

Councilors’ vehicles clamped at City Hall amid parking confusion

WHAT began as a routine workday at Cebu City Hall turned tense on January 13 after vehicles owned by two...

Cebu Diverts Provincial Waste to Aloguinsan Landfill After Binaliw Landslide

The Cebu Provincial Government has activated emergency measures to maintain uninterrupted garbage disposal after the Binaliw landfill was rendered unusable...

Binaliw landfill death toll rises to 20 as search operations continue

The death toll from the Binaliw sanitary landfill landslide rose to 20 on Wednesday after authorities recovered another body, as...

DPWH 7 Director Relieved Amid Probe on Infrastructure Projects

The Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) has intensified its internal review as Central Visayas Regional Director Engr. Danilo...

Cebu Province Opens Investment Summit to Attract Foreign Capital

The Cebu Provincial Government formally opened its three-day Cebu International Investment Summit (CIIS) 2026 on Monday, positioning the province as...

Cebu City under state of calamity amid Binaliw landfill disaster

In response to the deadly collapse of the Binaliw landfill, the Cebu City Council has declared a state of calamity,...

Binaliw Landfill Collapse Death Toll Climbs to 12; Search for Missing Continues

The death toll from the Binaliw landfill collapse has risen to 12 as search and rescue operations continue, with authorities...

A City's Dual Reality: Balancing Sinulog's Celebration with Binaliw's Grief

As the rhythmic drumbeats of the Sinulog Festival fill the streets of Cebu City this weekend, a somber silence hangs...

1,600 Security Personnel Deployed for Fiesta Señor, Sinulog 2026 in Mandaue City

A total of 1,600 security personnel were formally deployed on Monday, January 12, to ensure the safety and smooth conduct...

Senate Probes Compliance of Sanitary Landfills After Deadly Binaliw Collapse

Lawmakers are taking action after the deadly collapse at the Binaliw Sanitary Landfill exposed gaps in the Philippines’ waste management...

Lapu-Lapu seeks DENR approval for transfer station amid Binaliw landfill incident

Lapu-Lapu City is among the local government units most affected by the temporary closure of the Binaliw landfill, which serves...

Funding secured for Mandaue City College, hospital projects under 2026 budget

The city administration’s long-standing plan to establish a state-of-the-art Mandaue City College (MCC) and upgrade the Mandaue City Hospital (MCH)...

Cebu to push province-wide waste-to-energy facility in Naga City

Governor Pamela Baricuatro is moving forward with plans to establish Cebu’s first province-wide waste-to-energy (WTE) facility, a project officials say...

Binaliw Landfill Collapse Kills Eight, Many Still Missing

The stench of garbage and the threat of methane gas greet rescuers as they dig through the collapsed Binaliw landfill,...

Archival backs Senate probe into deadly Binaliw landfill collapse

Cebu City Mayor Nestor Archival has expressed support for a planned Senate inquiry into the deadly landslide at the Binaliw...

17 Sinulog sa Dakbayan Contingents Allowed to Perform at Grand Parade

All 17 barangay contingents that participated in this year’s Sinulog sa Dakbayan will take part in the Sinulog 2026 Grand...

Senator Imee’s Basilica Visit Sparks Discussion on Basilica Dress Code Enforcement

Senator Imee Marcos is at the center of a social media debate after photos showed her wearing a sleeveless red...

Mandaue City sets up temporary waste transfer station after Binaliw landfill landslide

Mayor Thadeo Jovito “Jonkie” Ouano has announced an interim plan to ensure continuous garbage collection in Mandaue City following a...

Death Toll Rises to Six in Binaliw Landfill Collapse

The death toll from the landslide at the Binaliw Landfill has climbed to six as search and rescue teams continue...

Sinulog weekend may see rains, moderate seas — Pagasa

Spectators and participants heading to Sinulog weekend events in Cebu City are advised to prepare for possible rain showers and...

Sinulog 2026 opens with faith, dance, and unity at Opening Salvo

The Sinulog Festival 2026 officially came to life on Friday, January 9, as Cebu City launched weeks of celebration with...

Lambo Mabolo emerges as Sinulog sa Dakbayan 2026 Ritual Showdown champion

Barangay Mabolo’s pride, Lambo Mabolo, rose above the rest as it clinched the championship in the Ritual Showdown of Sinulog...

Only Sponsors Allowed: SFI Tightens Rules on Sinulog 2026 Floats

As preparations for Sinulog 2026 gain momentum, organizers have drawn a firm line on who can join the float parade:...

Mandaue Sinulog contingent nearly ready despite reduced budget

Despite a significantly reduced budget, Mandaue City’s Sinulog contingent is already 90 percent ready for the Sinulog 2026 Grand Parade,...

Mandaue Mobilizes 24/7 for Sto. Niño Overnight Stay Ahead of Traslacion

As the image of the Sto. Niño de Cebu is set to stay overnight in Mandaue City for this year’s...

Dragdagulan Na Sa Sinulog 2026: Art and Advocacy Meet on Stage

Not all Sinulog celebrations begin with a drumbeat—some start with a pair of heels, a cause, and a community coming...

More than 240,000 devotees walk in faith as 461st Fiesta Señor begins

Faith and devotion filled Cebu City’s main thoroughfares before dawn on Thursday as more than 240,000 devotees joined the annual...

Sto Niño Image to Stay Overnight in Mandaue For Fiesta Señor

Devotees in Mandaue City will have extended time to venerate the image of the Señor Sto. Niño de Cebu, as...

No Politicians Allowed on Galleon for 2026 Fiesta Señor Fluvial Procession

Organizers of the 461st Fiesta Señor will bar politicians from boarding the galleon during the January 2026 fluvial procession to...

Cebu Port Authority Opens Pier 1–5 Viewing Decks for Fluvial Devotees

The Cebu Port Authority (CPA) will open the viewing decks of Piers 1 to 5 for devotees attending the fluvial...

Capitol Plans Multi-Purpose School Buildings Across Cebu

The Cebu Provincial Government is advancing plans to construct modern, “21st Century-ready” school buildings across the province, with funding to...

Basilica Expects Up to 1 Million Devotees for Walk with Jesus, Opening Activities

A wave of devotion is set to sweep through Cebu on Thursday, January 8, as Fiesta Señor opens at the...

Barangay Captain Cited for No-Helmet, Traffic Signal Violations in Mandaue

The Traffic Enforcement Agency of Mandaue (TEAM) issued traffic citation tickets to Barangay Basak Captain Felipe “Eping” Diano for violating...

Up to 5 Million Visitors Expected for Fiesta Señor and Sinulog in Cebu

The streets of Cebu are gearing up to pulse with millions of feet, colors, and music as the city prepares...

Tourists Blocked from Bringing Home Cebu Chorizo Over FDA Rules

Several tourists and local travelers have reportedly been unable to bring home Cebu’s famous chorizo due to missing FDA documentation...

Sarah Discaya, DPWH Officers Seek Dismissal of Charges

Contractor Sarah Discaya and eight officials of the Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) Davao Occidental District Engineering Office...

City Dad Requests Report After 25 Kilos of Lechon Seized at Carbon Market

Cebu’s iconic Carbon Public Market, a favorite spot for locals and tourists hunting for festive treats, was in the spotlight...

Cebu Government Weighs Electric Vehicle Taxi Rollout Amid Concerns

The Cebu Provincial Government held a stakeholders’ consultation on the proposed entry of electric vehicle (EV) taxis, as officials raised...

Baricuatro Reminds Employees to Serve Cebu with Care and Solidarity

Governor Pamela Baricuatro kicked off the provincial government’s 2026 work calendar with a call for discipline, professionalism, and unity among...

Artworks of Tatay William: Colon Sidewalk Gems

A local artist from Jones Avenue has set up a makeshift sidewalk gallery near Colon Street, offering his paintings to...

66 Korean Tourists, Crew Rescued After Banca Engine Trouble off Olango

All 66 passengers and crew aboard the motorized banca MBCA Black Pearl were safely rescued Sunday afternoon, January 4, 2026,...

Mandaue Jail Male Dormitory tackles persistent flooding, access road issues

The BJMP–Mandaue Male Dormitory in Barangay Basak continues to struggle with flooding and water stagnation, especially during high tide and...

Lapu-Lapu City Council approves P4.72-billion budget for 2026

Lapu-Lapu City has approved a P4.72-billion budget for fiscal year 2026, funding core government operations, public hospitals, market management, and...

Face-to-Face Classes Resume in Medellin After 6.9-Magnitude Earthquake

Public and private schools in Medellin reopened for face-to-face classes on Monday, January 5, after a months-long suspension following the...

Cebu Leaders Call for Unity as Province Welcomes 2026

Political differences were set aside as Governor Pamela Baricuatro and Vice Governor Glenn Anthony Soco welcomed 2026 with a shared...

Sinulog 2026: Cebu City Declares Blue Alert, Final Preparations Underway

Cebu City has been placed under Blue Alert as the city ramps up preparations for Sinulog 2026.

Shear Line Keeps Cebu, Visayas Under Rain Threat; Rough Seas to Continue

Unsettled weather will persist over Cebu and the rest of the Visayas in the coming days, the Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical...

Plaza Water Vendor Arrest Sparks Council Inquiry, Potential Human Rights Review

The Cebu City Council will launch its own investigation into the controversial arrest of a bottled water vendor at Plaza...

Mandaue businesses get relief as tax rise rolled out gradually

Business owners in Mandaue City will have two years to adjust to the scheduled 10 percent increase in business taxes...

Capitol’s CPAC Handled Over 1,300 cases in First Year

The Cebu People’s Action Center (CPAC), established by Governor Pamela Baricuatro in June 2025, handled over 1,300 assistance cases in...

Baricuatro Reactivates Cebu Province Heritage Commission

After years of dormancy, Cebu’s heritage protection body has been revived as the provincial government strengthens efforts to safeguard historic...

Private Trip Okay, but SK Officials must be Accountable said Mayor Archival

Mayor says SK officials may travel at own expense, orders stricter scrutiny after Labangon Thailand issue

Mandaue police report peaceful New Year; no firecracker incidents

The Mandaue City Police Office (MCPO) reported a peaceful holiday season and New Year celebration, with no incidents involving firecrackers...

Fireworks and Road Accidents Lead to 347 Hospitalized Incidents in Central Visayas

Hospitals across Central Visayas welcomed 347 holiday-related injury cases as families lit fireworks and filled the streets to celebrate the...

Central Visayas Air Quality Monitored During New Year

Air quality in Central Visayas remained mostly safe during New Year celebrations, but experts warned sensitive individuals to take precautions...

Capitol Ramps Up Healthcare Staffing, Funding for 2026

The Baricuatro administration is strengthening Cebu’s healthcare system as it heads into 2026, building on reforms implemented in 2025 and...

Province Creates Office to Boost Local and Global Linkages

The Cebu Provincial Government has institutionalized its efforts to strengthen domestic and international partnerships with the creation of a dedicated...

Mandaue Prepares for Fiesta Señor Traslacion

The Traffic Enforcement Agency of Mandaue (TEAM) will deploy at least 70 personnel to manage traffic and ensure public safety...

Lapu-Lapu City Cracks Down Gun Firing After Christmas Stray Bullet Incident

The Lapu-Lapu City government has ordered stricter enforcement against indiscriminate firing of firearms during New Year celebrations after a reported...

DOLE 7 Receives Complaints Over Missing 13th Month Pay

Some holiday cheer went missing for workers in Central Visayas, as several employees opened their wallets only to find their...

Bright Props Banned in Sinulog 2026; Late Contingents Will be Left Out

Cebu City has imposed stricter rules for Sinulog 2026 to ensure a safer, more organized, and faith-centered celebration.

Baricuatro Forms Task Force to Fight Insurgency in Cebu

Governor Pamela Baricuatro has created a provincial task force to strengthen peace, security, and development initiatives across Cebu.

Vets advise how to keep pets calm and safe amid holiday fireworks

The festive crackle of holiday fireworks can bring joy to people, but for pets—especially dogs—the noise can be overwhelming and...

Suspects flee as fire engulfs firecracker stalls in Barili

Police and fire authorities are searching for two men believed to be responsible for a fire that gutted a firecracker...

‘No’ to Signal Shutdown during Sinulog Festivities

Phones will stay on, and social media will keep buzzing during this year’s Sinulog.

Education Behind Bars: Mandaue Inmates Can Study College Soon

The Bureau of Jail Management and Penology (BJMP)–Mandaue is set to establish a “College Behind Bars” program, allowing persons deprived...

Church Leader Warns Political Dynasties “Weaken Nation from Within”

Catholic Bishops’ Conference of the Philippines (CBCP) President Cardinal Pablo Virgilio David has warned that political dynasties erode the moral...

Partly cloudy skies, isolated rains expected in Cebu through yearend

Cebuanos can expect generally fair but occasionally rainy weather through the final days of 2025, as easterlies continue to affect...

Overcrowded Mandaue BJMP female dormitory to relocate by February 2026

The Bureau of Jail Management and Penology (BJMP) female dormitory in Mandaue City is nearing completion, with the transfer of...

Consolacion flagged by COA over two delayed road projects

Two road projects in the municipality of Consolacion worth nearly P9.92 million were completed years behind schedule, prompting the Commission...

Cebu forms Provincial Animal Welfare Council

The Cebu Provincial Government has strengthened its commitment to animal welfare, rabies control, and marine conservation with the issuance of...

Cebu City to enforce strict waste segregation starting January 16

Cebu City will begin strict enforcement of its long-standing waste segregation policy in mid-January 2026, following a two-week citywide information...

P100K for Mandaue’s Lolas: City Honors Three Centenarians

Mandaue City celebrated three of its residents who have reached the age of 100, awarding each a P100,000 cash gift...

Naka segregate nana inyong mga basura?

The Cebu City Government will conduct an intensive information dissemination campaign on its Waste Segregation Program from January 1 to...

Humanitarian Aid or Geopolitical Incident? Diverging Narratives After Chinese Navy Assists Philippine Fisherman in West Philippine Sea

The Chinese Navy’s provision of “swift humanitarian assistance” to a distressed Philippine fishing vessel off the coast of Zambales on...

Half-naked in public? Cebu City imposes fines up to P5,000 under new ordinance

Cebu City has approved a new ordinance imposing stricter rules on public attire, penalizing individuals who appear half-naked or wear...

From Streets to Skies: Make Your Holidays People, Pet, and Planet-Friendly

THE quiet after Christmas has settled over Cebu, with streets noticeably calmer and fireworks displays fewer than in past years....

COA Questions Consolacion Over Release of ₱15.92-M Financial Aid

The Commission on Audit (COA) has flagged nearly P15.93 million in financial assistance released by the municipality of Consolacion for...

Cebu Provincial Government Moves to Digitalize Public Services

To modernize public service delivery, the Cebu Provincial Government has passed an ordinance institutionalizing digital governance across the province.

Airspace Safety Priority: Mandaue Imposes Stricter Controls on Drones and Lasers

The Mandaue City Council has approved an ordinance regulating the use of laser lights, drones, kites, and balloons to strengthen...

Work on Christmas or Rizal Day? DOLE Says You Deserve Double Pay

Employees who worked on Christmas Day, December 25, and Rizal Day, December 30, are entitled to double pay, the Department...

Provincial Board Advise Ordinance for CPAC Funding Compliance

The Sangguniang Panlalawigan (SP) of Cebu has advised the Office of the Governor to formally establish the Cebu People’s Action...

Police Nab Top 6 Most Wanted Suspect Following Gunfire

After more than a year on the run, a regional Top 6 Most Wanted Person was arrested following a shootout...

Planner Flags Legal Issues in Cebu City’s Newly Submitted CLUP and Zoning Plan

Cebu City’s newly submitted Comprehensive Land Use Plan (CLUP) and Zoning Ordinance are under renewed scrutiny, as a planning expert...

In the humble manger, God found His home: Arcbishop Uy reflects on hope amid hardship

Not in fireworks or feasts, but in a quiet stable, God chose to dwell among humanity, Cebu Archbishop Alberto “Abet”...

2 Children Injured by Firecracker; 7 Families Affected by Fire During Christmas

Christmas celebrations in Cebu City passed without major incidents, though isolated accidents involving firecrackers and a residential fire left two...

Why Fix Roads That Are Still Good? Danao City Rejects DPWH-proposed Projects

Why repair roads that are still in good condition?

PB OKs P110-M Budget for Year-End Bonuses

The approval of Supplemental Budget No. 2 worth P110.075 million has cleared the way for the release of year-end bonuses...

Mandaue Jail Frees 108 Inmates Just Before Holidays

A total of 108 persons deprived of liberty (PDLs) were released from the Mandaue City Jail–Male Dormitory on Monday, December...

Mandaue BJMP Opens Extended Holiday Visitation for PDLs

Persons Deprived of Liberty (PDLs) in Mandaue City will be able to spend more time with their families and loved...

Holiday Road Crashes Injure Over 11,000; DOH Urges Safe Driving

Thousands of Filipinos were injured on the roads during the recent holiday season, as festive celebrations, long-distance travel, and alcohol...

CNU’s 44 LET Topnotchers Score Recognition, Cash Rewards

Cebu Normal University (CNU) ended 2025 with a rewarding flourish as 44 of its students from Cebu City, Mandaue, and...

Cebu City confines firecracker trade to SRP under new executive order

Cebu City Mayor Nestor Archival has issued an executive order restricting the sale and display of firecrackers and fireworks to...

Police and Transport Authorities Step Up Readiness Ahead of Holiday Rush

Police and transport authorities have ramped up preparations in Cebu and nationwide ahead of the Christmas travel rush, deploying additional...

Satellite Bus Terminals Reactivated Ahead of Christmas Travel Rush

The Cebu North Bus Terminal (CNBT) and Cebu South Bus Terminal (CSBT), along with several auxiliary terminals, have been reactivated...

Papaya: A Tropical Fruit Packed with Health Benefits

Papaya, a tropical fruit known for its vibrant orange flesh and sweet flavor, is more than just a delicious snack....

Mandaue City Employees to Receive Additional P5K Incentive in January 2026

Mandaue City Hall employees are set to receive a P5,000 Productivity Enhancement Incentive (PEI) by January 2026, a city council...

First-Time Voters: Comelec Urges Teens to Register for SK Polls

Even before they officially become adults, Filipino teens can already make their voices heard.

Duterte Medically Cleared to Join ICC Pre-Trial Hearings, Panel Says

Former Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte is medically capable of participating in International Criminal Court pre-trial proceedings, a panel of experts...

Councilor Alcover Faces Cyberlibel Over Colon Night Market Online Remarks

What was meant to be a festive business venture has become the center of a political and legal clash, drawing...

Cebu City Approves Stricter Rules for P20 Rice Program

Cebu City is set to roll out its P20-per-kilo rice program after the City Council approved a revised agreement with...

NBI Brings Discaya, 8 DPWH Officials to Lapu-Lapu Court Over Ghost Flood Project

The National Bureau of Investigation Central Visayas (NBI 7) confirmed that contractor Sarah Discaya and eight officials of the Department...

Mandaue City Nears Completion of Noche Buena Distribution

Mandaue City Mayor Thadeo Jovito “Jonkie” Ouano reported that several Gugma sa Pasko food packs remain unclaimed as the city...

LTFRB 7 Director Eduardo Montealto Jr. Relieved From Post

Land Transportation Franchising and Regulatory Board Central Visayas (LTFRB 7) Director Eduardo Montealto Jr. has been relieved of his post,...

Capitol Employees to Receive Up To ₱55k

The Cebu Provincial Government has cleared the way for the release of incentives totaling up to P55,000 for its employees...

14 Families to Move Into Bayanihan Village in Barangay Guizo Before Christmas

At least 14 families from Barangays Umapad and Alang-Alang are set to relocate to the Bayanihan Village at Pasilong sa...

Guv Pam defends CPAC funding

Cebu Governor Pamela Baricuatro has defended funding for the Cebu People’s Action Center (CPAC), pushing back against a proposal from...

EV taxi rollout advances despite pushback from operators, governor

Cebu is moving closer to the rollout of electric vehicle (EV) taxis despite opposition from local transport groups and concerns...

Baricuatro says ‘NO’ to EV taxis for Cebu

Cebu Governor Pamela Baricuatro has reiterated her opposition to the provisional authority granted to Green & Smart Mobility to roll...

Baricuatro says Cebu’s wealth ranking does not reflect real capacity

Cebu Province’s long-standing label as the richest province in the Philippines does not necessarily translate to real financial capacity on...

Archival orders free bus operations as Cebu commuters struggle ahead of Christmas

With transport shortages worsening as Christmas approaches, the Cebu City Government has ordered the operation of free bus services to...

Makahiya: The Tiny Plant With A Big Boost For Sexual Performance

The humble makahiya (Mimosa pudica), known for its “touch-me-not” leaves, may be more than just a childhood curiosity. Recent studies...

Cebu City Hydrants Still Struggling Weeks After Typhoon Tino

Fire crews in Cebu City say unreliable water pressure from fire hydrants remains a serious obstacle in responding to emergencies...

Cebu City approves P5K one-time cash aid for barangay workers

After months of calamities and rising daily costs that have strained households across Cebu City, the City Council has approved...

Cebu City approves citywide ban on gambling advertisements

Cebu City has approved a citywide ban on gambling advertisements, drawing a clear line against promotions that officials say fuel...

Step-by-Step Guide: How Government Employees Can Use Wellness Leave

Some mornings, it’s not just a cup of coffee or an extra hour of sleep that employees need—it’s a pause...

Philippines Tops The Searches Again

This year’s most-searched adult keywords reveal a mix of familiarity, curiosity, and a rush towards pleasure. The patterns aren’t just...

P7K gratuity pay approved for Cebu City casual, JO workers

CASUAL and job order (JO) workers of the Cebu City Government will receive a one-time P7,000 gratuity pay after the...

Mandaue City Council approves P20K SRI, gratuity pay for city workers

The Mandaue City Council has passed ordinances granting a P20,000 Service Recognition Incentive (SRI) to qualified regular government employees and...

Cebu provincial government moves to activate COA-flagged idle facilities

The Cebu Provincial Government is taking steps to activate government facilities flagged by the Commission on Audit (COA) for long...

Cebu City sets SRP as primary firecracker zone ahead of New Year

Cebu City is tightening safety measures ahead of the New Year by designating the South Road Properties (SRP) as the...

126 Filipinos displaced by Cambodia–Thailand border clashes

Around 126 Filipinos have been displaced due to ongoing border clashes between Cambodia and Thailand, the Philippine Embassy in Bangkok...

MCPO deploys 300 officers for Misa de Gallo, holiday season in Mandaue City

The Mandaue City Police Office (MCPO) is stepping up security for the holiday season, starting December 16 with the opening...

How A Dog Named Maru Became A Google Street View Legend

A heartwarming tale of a four-legged local ambassador showing how one friendly dog left a lasting digital legacy.

Fur mom warns public vs fake donation appeals after Guizo fire rescue

As public support continues to pour in for a Mandaue City resident who risked her life to save her two...

Cebuana Olympian Ando dominates women’s 63kg for SEA Games gold

From Cebu to the SEA Games podium, Elreen Ando once again proved her staying power in Southeast Asian weightlifting.

Cebu Tops as Philippines’ Wealthiest Province for 11th Consecutive Year

The Commission on Audit (COA) has once again affirmed the Province of Cebu as the wealthiest local government unit in...

Cebu retains title as richest province

Cebu has remained the wealthiest province in the Philippines, posting a net worth of P336.4 billion in 2024, based on...

Cebu City Plans Phased Waste Segregation Enforcement Starting 2026

Cebu City is preparing to gradually enforce waste segregation next year as part of a broader effort to tackle the...

Byron Garcia files fourth complaint vs. Governor Baricuatro over late budget submission

Byron Garcia has filed his fourth complaint against Cebu Governor Pamela Baricuatro, this time over the alleged late submission of...

Archbishop Uy Urges United, Citizen-Led Fight Against Corruption

Cebu Archbishop Alberto S. Uy is calling on Filipinos across sectors to unite in a citizen-driven campaign against corruption, emphasizing...

UV Green Lancers Complete Four-Peat, Kent Ivo Salarda Named Cesafi Season 25 MVP

The UV Green Lancers continued their dominance in Cebu collegiate basketball by defeating the UC Webmasters, 85–77, in a thrilling...

Mandaue City Upgrades Christmas Gift Packs For Employees

The Mandaue City government has upgraded its annual Christmas gift packs for City Hall and city-paid employees, adding more items...

Mandaue City Council to honor woman who rescued dogs from Guizo fire

Mandaue City will formally recognize Ei Mei Lee Maningo for her bravery in rescuing her pet dogs from a fire...

Baricuatro Hails Release Of Long-Delayed P10,000 Housing Aid For Odette Victims

After nearly four years of waiting, Cebu residents whose homes were destroyed by Supertyphoon Odette are finally receiving the long-delayed...

Bagong Pilipinas Egovph Serbisyo Hub Opens In Mandaue City

Residents of Central Visayas can now access government services more conveniently with the opening of the Bagong Pilipinas eGovPH Serbisyo...

P5k One-Time Cash Aid For Cebu Barangay Workers Passes First Reading

A proposed P5,000 one-time cash assistance for barangay-based workers in Cebu City moved forward after the City Council approved it...

Media Hub In Mandaue Offers Free Studio Access For Visayas Creators

Imagine a space where content creators, podcasters, and journalists can produce professional-quality material without spending a peso on equipment or...

4 Cebu Dental Graduates Shine In November 2025 Board Exams

Cebu-based examinees made a strong showing in the November–December 2025 Dentist Licensure Examination, highlighting the province once again on the...

Tatay Needs Our Help

Pedrito Davin, 69, lives alone in a tiny 8 by 10 feet shelter in Purok Kolo, Brgy Estaca, Compostela, Cebu....

Sinulog 2026 Unveils Full Festival Schedule And Final Contingent Lineup

Cebu’s grandest celebration is just around the corner, and this upcoming Sinulog Festival promises to be one of the most...

Pam'S Son-In-Law Files Case Against Byron Garcia

The son-in-law of Cebu Governor Pamela Baricuatro has filed a cyber libel complaint against Byron Garcia, brother of former governor...

Mcwd Counters Go’S “Slow Response” Claim

Even as thousands of Cebu City residents continue to line up for water more than a month after Typhoon Tino,...

Mandaue City Police Intensify Hunt After Lawyer-Accountant Fatally Shot

The quiet streets of Barangay Bakilid were pierced by gunfire Thursday morning, leaving lawyer-accountant Duke Ramil Perral Lincuna dead and...

Ltfrb To Penalize Drivers For Unjustified Booking Cancellations

The Land Transportation Franchising and Regulatory Board (LTFRB) has issued a memorandum penalizing driver-initiated cancellations of transport network vehicle service...

Cebu City Tightens Rules On Loading, Unloading To Curb Daily Traffic Chaos

Daily commuters in Cebu City may soon see fewer mid-road stops and traffic bottlenecks as the city moves to enforce...

Visayas Grid Placed On Yellow Alert As Demand Surges

The National Grid Corporation of the Philippines (NGCP) placed the Visayas grid under yellow alert on Thursday afternoon as power...

The End Of A 48-Year Wait

Some victories shine brighter because of the years spent chasing them. And this one? Nearly half a century in the...

Furbabies First: Saving Pets During Building Fire

GUISO, MANDAUE CITY — In a heart-stopping act of bravery, a local woman prioritized the safety of her pets during...

Councilor Seeks Probe Into Mcwd Delays As Thousands Endure 35 Days Without Water

With thousands of Cebu City residents still queueing for water more than 30 days after Typhoon Tino, a city councilor...

Cebu Environmental Planner Urges Stronger Criminal Raps Vs. Monterrazas Developer

As concerns heighten over rapid upland development in Cebu City, an environmental planner has warned that the government’s lone criminal...

Bill Seeks Mandatory Hmo Coverage For Public School Teachers

Lawmakers from Abra are pushing a measure that would require health maintenance organization (HMO) coverage for all public school teachers,...

Scammers Using Dswd 7 Name To Collect Funds, Agency Says

Authorities in Central Visayas are warning residents and suppliers about a growing scam involving individuals impersonating officials from the Department...

Mandaue City Rolls Out First-Ever Noche Buena Packs

For the first time in Mandaue City’s history, the local government will distribute the “Gugma sa Pasko” package — a...

Maguikay Enforces Three-Meter Easement Zone Along Butuanon River

Maguikay Barangay Captain Eduardo Gumera is strictly enforcing a three-meter easement zone along the Butuanon River, focusing on four sitios...

From Ormoc To Thailand: Athletes Carry Pride To Sea Games

Ormoc City is ready to cheer as its athletes carry the city’s pride to the 33rd Southeast Asian Games.

Filipinos Urged To Brace For Cooler Months As Amihan Peaks

Filipinos are bracing for cooler mornings and evenings as the northeast monsoon, locally called “Amihan,” sweeps across the country.

Cebu City Eyes Pre-Christmas Release Of Bonuses As Sb-3 Moves Forward

Cebu City Hall workers may receive their Christmas bonuses before the holidays as the city races to finalize Supplemental Budget...

Archival Oks Women’S Costumes For Gender-Nonconforming Dancers In Sinulog

Cebu City has allowed gender-nonconforming dancers to wear women’s costumes in the Sinulog 2026 Grand Parade, following a directive from...

Tent City Of Mandaue To Welcome Typhoon Tino Survivors Before Christmas

Mandaue City Mayor Thadeo Jovito “Jonkie” Ouano has assured the public that families displaced by Typhoon Tino will not be...

Siyam Ka Mananagat Naluwas Sa Antique

Nine fishermen are safe and in stable condition after a successful rescue operation by the Philippine Coast Guard (PCG). Their...

Sinulog 2026 Prep Hits 60% As Cebu City Pushes Safer, Shorter Festival

Sinulog 2026 preparations have now reached 60 percent completion as Cebu City accelerates work on staging a safer, shorter, and...

One Missing Found Alive In Cebu City As Search Continues For 5 Others After Typhoon Tino

Hope resurfaced in the highlands of Cebu City after one of the six residents earlier believed to be missing from...

Jollibee Niyo Pagod Na Broken Pa

A simple wait for food at a fast-food chain turned into a creative moment. Artist Daniel Blancaflor shared a sketch...

Feeling Stressed At Work? Gov'T Employees Now Have Wellness Leave

The Civil Service Commission (CSC) has approved a grant of up to five days of Wellness Leave (WL) for eligible...

1 In 10 Working-Age Filipinos Has Hypertension

DOH warns ‘silent killer’ rising

No More Midnight Mariah: Lapu-Lapu City Cracks Down Videoke Noise

Lapu-Lapu City Mayor Cindi Chan has announced a renewed crackdown on late-night videoke sessions, public drinking, and noisy motorcycles after...

Mandaue Launches Mental Health Program For Law Enforcers

The Mandaue City Government has rolled out a new initiative to support the mental well-being of law enforcement personnel. Regular...

Mandaue Backs Creation Of Youth Health Volunteers Program

The Mandaue City Council has approved a resolution urging the city government and all Sangguniang Kabataan (SK) councils to support...

Lpa, Four Weather Systems Continue To Affect Philippines

The Philippines will continue to be affected by a low pressure area (LPA), formerly Tropical Depression Wilma, along with four...

Establishments Reminded To Secure Permits, Ensure Safety Ahead Of Christmas Rush

The Business Permit and Licensing Office (BPLO) is reminding business owners in Mandaue City, especially bars, entertainment hubs, and recreational...

Coa Flags P11b In Cebu City 2024 Audit For Questionable Spending, Project Delays

Cebu City taxpayers may have reason to pause as the Commission on Audit (COA) flagged several financial and operational concerns...

The Uninvited Guests: The House That Hosts Its Own Ghostly Gala

Puerto Princesa. A city of natural wonder and spirited lifestyle. But huddled within its neighborhoods is a house that has...

Philippines Now Has 7,641 Islands, Namria Announces

The Philippines has a new official island count. According to the latest data from the National Mapping and Resource Information...

Mcia Adds Flights To Kuala Lumpur, Hanoi, And Brisbane

Mactan-Cebu International Airport (MCIA) is kicking off December with a major expansion of its international flights, giving Cebu a stronger...

First-Ever Rabies Case In A Sheep Confirmed In General Santos City

GENERAL SANTOS CITY – In a first for the region, the City Veterinary Office (CVO) has officially confirmed a case...

Baricuatro Faces Third Case From Byron Garcia

While legal complaints pile up, Cebu Governor Pamela Baricuatro is keeping her eyes on the work ahead.

2024 Audit Report: Coa Flags Cebu Province Finances

Money counted but not verified, projects recorded in the wrong books, and buildings that may not even exist.

Mandaue To Roll Out Citywide Disaster-Mapping System For Quicker Relief, Response

To strengthen disaster preparedness and speed up aid distribution, the Mandaue City Council has approved a legislative measure that will...

La NiñA Arrives: Expect Rainy Holidays In Cebu

Rain will be a steady companion this holiday season.

Heavy Rains To Soak Cebu, Officials Urge Early Evacuation

With skies darkening and humidity building—the kind Cebuanos recognize before a heavy downpour—disaster officials are urging residents, especially those in...

Mandaue Police Wins Regional Empo 2025 Challenge

The Mandaue City Police Office (MCPO) emerged as the overall champion in the Enhanced Management of Police Operations (EMPO) 2025...

Human Rights Watchdog Links Del Monte To Violence Against Indigenous Defenders In Bukidnon

A 2019 investigation by the international human rights organization Global Witness has raised serious allegations linking the Philippine operations of...

Doctors Warn Of Higher Heart Attack Risks This Christmas Season

Christmas in Cebu comes with bright lights, gatherings, and heavy feasting.

Cebu City On Blue Alert As Wilma Brings Days Of Rain

Streets in Cebu City, still recovering from recent storms, are bracing again as Tropical Depression Wilma approaches the Visayas.

Srp Drainage Master Plan Begins; Traffic Study Also In Full Swing

After years of flooding concerns and back-to-back traffic complaints at the South Road Properties, Cebu City is finally rolling out...

Mandaue City Council Approves P4.5-B Budget For 2026

Mandaue City’s P4.5-billion budget for 2026 has been unanimously approved by the City Council. The council opted to maintain the...

How Del Monte Philippines Puts People First

For most Filipino households, Del Monte is a familiar presence in the pantry. From pineapple slices in desserts to corn...

Central Visayas Among Philippines’ Hiv Hotspots

Central Visayas continues to grapple with a high HIV burden, ranking fourth nationwide for new infections logged from July to...

Cebu Moves To Rename Cscr After Sergio OsmeñA Jr.

Thousands of Cebuanos who use the Cebu South Coastal Road (CSCR) every day may soon be traveling along a road...

Pork Barrel 2.0? Cebu Districts Hold Multi-Billion Dpwh Funds

As government controversies mount, a lesser-known layer of budgeting exists beneath the visible gaps, a pool of funds quietly controlled...

Plant Before You Graduate: New Green Rule Of Mandaue City

Before stepping onto the stage to receive their diplomas, graduating senior high school and college students in Mandaue City may...

Mandaue City Hall Workers To Receive Extra Incentives This December

Mandaue City Hall workers will receive additional compensation this December, with regular employees set to get performance enhancement incentives and...

Dole 7: No Delays, No Excuses For 13th Month Pay

With the Christmas rush approaching, the Department of Labor and Employment in Central Visayas (DOLE 7) is calling on employers...

Baricuatro Orders Simpler Christmas As Cebu Rebuilds After Disasters

The Cebu Provincial Government is taking a step back from its usual holiday spectacle this year.

Sudden Heavy Rains Submerge Lapu-Lapu Streets; Officials Explain Downpour

Heavy rains at the start of December triggered widespread flooding across several parts of the city on Monday morning, causing...

Sinulog 2026 Contingents

The much-awaited Sinulog Festival continues to bring together vibrant contingents from across the country, including provincial, school, and cultural groups....

Remembering Emman: A Young Advocate Of Kindness And Animal Welfare

The Philippine Animal Welfare Society (PAWS) and the family of broadcaster Kim Atienza are remembering the gentle and compassionate spirit...

Pagasa Sees One To Two Cyclones In December

Pagasa is closely monitoring weather developments that could bring up to two tropical cyclones into the Philippine Area of Responsibility...

Oslob Surgical Mission Benefits 152 Patients

A total of 152 patients received medical and surgical care during a mission held Saturday, November 29, at the Oslob...

Life At Ground Zero

Nearly a month after Typhoon Tino, this is Tamiao 2, Compostela’s Ground Zero, photographed on Nov. 30. Residents continue to...

Jonathan Yu Tops The 2025 Ce Boards As The Lone Cebuano Topnotcher

Jonathan Conrad Yu is the lone Cebuano topnotcher in the November Civil Engineering Board Examinations. A proud product of Philippine...

Handog Turned Tragedy: Senior Citizen Dies While Lining Up For Government Cash Aid In Bukidnon

A family in Don Carlos, Bukidnon is mourning and demanding answers after their 71-year-old grandfather suffered a fatal heart attack...

Gov Pam To Dance With Danao At Sinulog; 37 Contingents Confirm Participation

Cebu Provincial Governor Pamela Baricuatro will dance with Danao City in Sinulog 2026.

Cebu City Hall Employees To Receive Up To P15k Christmas Bonus

CHRISTMAS will bring a welcome financial breather for thousands of Cebu City Hall workers.

Kung Walay Korapsyon, Mas Relaks Unta Ta: Archbishop Uy At Cebu Protest

“𝐋𝐢𝐧𝐠𝐢𝐚 𝐬𝐚 𝐢𝐧𝐲𝐨𝐧𝐠 𝐭𝐚𝐩𝐚𝐝. 𝐔𝐧𝐲𝐚 𝐢𝐧𝐠𝐧𝐚 𝐧𝐠𝐚 𝐤𝐮𝐧𝐠 𝐰𝐚𝐥𝐚 𝐩𝐚𝐲 𝐤𝐨𝐫𝐚𝐩𝐬𝐲𝐨𝐧, 𝐫𝐞𝐥𝐚𝐱-𝐫𝐞𝐥𝐚𝐱 𝐫𝐚 𝐮𝐧𝐭𝐚 𝐭𝐚 𝐤𝐚𝐫𝐨𝐧.”

Case Filed Vs. Baricuatro On Alleged False Claims About Sea Ambulance

December had barely begun when Byron Garcia filed another administrative complaint—this time accusing Cebu Governor Pamela Baricuatro of spreading “false...

Overcharging Tricycle Trip Of Tourists, Gireklamo

A tricycle driver was fined after allegedly overcharging a British tourist in violation of the municipal fare ordinance. According to...

Family To Sue After Student Impersonation

A family is taking legal action after a student from one university allegedly impersonated their son, a genuine first-year medical...

Cebu Stands Up: Thousands March For Justice

Thousands of Cebuanos filled the streets this Sunday, November 30, for SuPaKK: Sugboanong Pakigbisog Kontra Korapsyon.

Cebuana Leader Hon. Dr. Juvel Mangubat Ducay Earns National Honors

Bantayan Island’s very own Hon. Dr. Juvel Mangubat Ducay continues to make waves in public service as she earns Outstanding...

Simpler Christmas: Local Governments Prioritize Aid Over Parties

For many in Cebu, Christmas this year will be, humbler, and focused on rebuilding lives rather than extravagant parties. 

Only One Sinulog

Sinulog festivities in 2026 will return to a single, unified celebration as both the Cebu City Government and Cebu Provincial...

Hong Kong Firefighter, Set To Wed, Dies A Superhero In Deadly Tai Po Inferno

The devastating high-rise inferno that tore through a residential complex in Tai Po has left a nation in mourning with...

Former President Duterte Interim Release Denied

The hope for a temporary return to the Philippines has been put on hold for former President Rodrigo Roa Duterte....

Experts Debunk Viral Claim Of 800,000 Shamans In South Korea

Following viral online reports claiming South Korea is home to 800,000 shamans, a number that would be nearly double the...

Mayor Archival Urges Simple, Mindful Celebrations

Cebu City Mayor Nestor Archival is urging City Hall employees to keep this year’s Christmas celebrations simple and mindful, as...

Ccmc Strengthens Free Surgical Services With New Medical Equipment

Cebu City Medical Center (CCMC) unveiled three newly acquired medical machines on November 27, 2025, aimed at expanding and sustaining...

Sinulog 2026 Parades To Close Early With Fireworks By 7 P.M.

Thousands of devotees can look forward to a faster, more organized Sinulog next year as Cebu City moves to end...

Comelec Dismisses Garcia Election Protest Against Baricuatro

Governor Pamela Baricuatro’s win in the 2025 Cebu gubernatorial race remains unchallenged after the Commission on Elections dismissed an election...

Southern Cebu Hit By Floods Due To Verbena

SOUTHERN Cebu faced widespread flooding early Tuesday as Tropical Depression Verbena made landfall in Talisay City around 2:14 a.m., moving...

Lawmakers Commit Over P1 Billion For New Mandaue Hospital, College

THE Mandaue City government has received pledges of more than P1 billion from national officials to fund a modern city...

Health Authorities Warn As Cebu Tallies 117 Leptospirosis Cases

CEBU health authorities reported 117 suspected leptospirosis cases following the severe flooding caused by Typhoon Tino, with seven deaths recorded...

Remembering Rucio Capucha: The Chilean "Riot Dog" Who Stood With Protesters

Among the most iconic figures in protests against authority and economic strife are dogs, the beloved four-legged participants. The story...

Wing Van Crew Fired After Rescuing Six From Raging Floods During Typhoon Tino

A wing van crew who helped rescue six individuals from being swept away by floodwaters in Cotcot Liloan during Typhoon...

Napriso Tungod Sa Isa Ka Piraso Nga Snow Bear

The story of a man known as “Kuya Jerry,” who has been roaming the streets of Pangasinan has captured public...

Dog Missing For Two Weeks After Typhoon Tino Found Waiting At Family'S Flooded Home

In a story of hope and loyalty, a family’s dog named Haven who was swept away during the onslaught of...

Diver Finds Juvenile Reef Shark Dead From Diaper Entanglement

A diver in Sta. Cruz has found a juvenile reef shark that suffocated after a disposable diaper became wrapped around...

Comelec Dismisses Petition Vs Baricuatro

Cebu Governor Pamela Baricuatro has been cleared to continue her term after the Commission on Elections (Comelec) First Division dismissed...

After 30 Years Of Labor, Elderly Carabao Named Lola Batik Rescued And Retired

An elderly carabao named “Lola Batik,” who spent over three decades working in the fields without a proper shelter has...

Tyhoon Tino Leaves Dozens Missing In Cebu; Search Operations Continue

Authorities are still unable to locate dozens of residents reported missing after Typhoon Tino, with the official count remaining at...

Health Authorities On Alert As Cebu Sees Surge In Leptospirosis

Cebu Province is facing a new health challenge in the wake of Typhoon Tino as leptospirosis cases rise in flood-affected...

Ahtisa Manalo Brings Fiesta Brilliance To The Miss Universe 2025 Stage With Her Filipiniana-Inspired National Costume

Miss Universe Philippines 2025 Ahtisa Manalo lit up the international stage with a national costume that paid majestic tribute to...

Imee Accuses Brother, First Family Of Drug Use

Senator Imee Marcos on Monday accused her brother, President Ferdinand “Bongbong” Marcos Jr., First Lady Liza Araneta Marcos, and their...

The Unanswered Call: A Final Picture From Typhoon Tino

The Capuyan family was bound by a love that distance and circumstance could not weaken. Their lives were spread across...

After Tino: A Bedridden Mother, A Devoted Son, And A Plea For Help

The cold floor of Tamiao Elementary School has become home for 89-year-old Jovita Bughaw Pareja and her son, Giodito. On...

The Sea’S Unwilling Guest And The Weight That Came With Surviving

By the time rescuers found Christian Abanto, he had been lost at sea for two nights and three days —...

Sinulog 2026: Cebu’S Grand Spectacular Celebration Of Faith, Culture, And Devotion

CEBU CITY — The #Sinulog2026 and #461stFiestaSeñor is set to ignite the streets of Cebu with faith, color, and tradition....

Naay Mapriso Sa Wa Pay Pasko

PRESIDENT Ferdinand Marcos Jr. warned that individuals allegedly involved in the multibillion-peso flood control fund scam could be jailed before...

Juan Ponce Enrile Dies At 101

The passing of former Senate President Juan Ponce Enrile at the age of 101 marks the closure of his years...

Ici To Send Team To Cebu To Probe Failed Flood Control Projects

The Independent Commission for Infrastructure (ICI) will send a team to Cebu in the coming weeks to investigate why flood...

Cebu Still Needs Your Help: A Cry For Compassion After The Storm

Ten days have passed since Typhoon Tino tore through Cebu, yet for many survivors, the storm never truly ended.

Cebu City Suffers Agri Damage Due To Tino

In the mountain barangays of Cebu City, farmers woke up to devastation after Typhoon Tino’s floodwaters swept away their crops...

Randolph Valmoria: Pink Ug Bugan Influencer Turns Compassion Into Action

Known for her vibrant pink “Ug Bugan” persona, influencer and content creator Randolph Valmoria is proving that style and heart...

Rama Dili Na Kadagan

Former Cebu City mayor Michael Rama can no longer run in elections after the Commission on Elections (Comelec) First Division...

Magpakabuhi Ta: A Story Of Survival And Loss In The Wake Of The Typhoon

On the day Typhoon Tino unleashed its fury, 31-year-old Krizza June Espra was supposed to be starting a new chapter...

Soco Renews Push For Flood Master Plan After Typhoon Tino

WHEN Typhoon Tino unleashed torrential rain over Cebu on November 4, floodwaters swallowed homes, disrupted communities, and paralyzed transport across...

Frasco Says London Trip Was Official Duty, Not Vacation

Cebu Fifth District Representative Duke Frasco has defended his recent trip to London, saying it was part of an authorized...

Nothing Is Impossible: Genesis Ouano'S Historic Journey To Bojue International 9-Ball Glory

A wave of Bisaya pride swept across the international billiards scene as Mandauehanon Genesis Ouano captured his first major international...

Meet Jayboy Magdadaro: The 15-Year-Old Hero Who Saved Over 50 Lives In Liloan, Cebu

Amid the devastating floods caused by Typhoon Tino, the courage of a 15-year-old boy from Fatima, Jubay, Liloan, Cebu, has...

Global Solidarity: Pope Leo Xiv Prays For The Philippines After Typhoons Tino And Uwan

In a profound expression of spiritual closeness, His Holiness Pope Leo XIV has offered heartfelt prayers and solidarity for the...

Pbbm Declares 1-Year State Of National Calamity To Expedite Disaster Response

President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. has declared a State of National Calamity for one year to speed up recovery efforts...

Ground Zero: ‘Dili Na Makaya Ang Baho Sa Mga Patay’

Residents in parts of Liloan Cebu are issuing desperate appeals for assistance days after Typhoon Tino, reporting that their communities...

Girl'S Act Of Saving Philippine Flag During 2011 Typhoon Becomes Symbol Of Filipino Hope

As the Philippines faces another powerful typhoon, an image from 2011 has resurfaced showing 12-year-old Janela Arcos Lelis wading through...

Congressman Frasco To Governor Pam: Hunong Sige Pamulitika! Tabangi Ang Liloan

Congressman Duke Frasco of the Fifth District of Cebu has publicly appealed to the Governor of Cebu, urging the provincial...

Sss Provides Emergency Calamity Loans To Typhoon Tino Victims In Cebu

Members of the Social Security System (SSS) in Cebu affected by Typhoon Tino can now apply for emergency financial assistance...

Garcia Defends Record As Baricuatro Questions Flood Management

CEBU’S P26-billion flood control projects have resurfaced in public debate after Typhoon Tino caused massive flooding across the province, but...

Ang Pagtinabangay, Dili Mawala Sa Mga Bisaya

The Bisaya community has once again proven its strength in the face of calamities.

A Light That Will Not Burn Out: Honoring The Fallen Cebeco Iii Lineman

When Typhoon Tino left provinces in the dark, there were men who went out not to seek safety, but to...

A Brother'S Sacrifice: Girl Survives Typhoon Tino By Clinging To Dead Pig

A story of profound sacrifice and a desperate fight for survival came to light from the devastation of Typhoon Tino,...

Pilipinas, When Kaya? Top Flood Control Projects In The World

Major cities around the world are secured by astonishing engineering projects designed to outmatch the most severe flood threats. These...

Inahan Ug Anak Patay Sa Bagyong Tino

SOGOD, Cebu — A tragic incident occurred amid the heavy rains and flooding caused by Typhoon Tino as a mother...

Guadalupe Sk Chairman Estenzo Initiates Full Investigation Of Monterrazas Amid Recent Flooding

Following the severe flooding caused by Typhoon Tino, which saw “mocha-colored” waters overwhelm parts of Barangay Guadalupe, youth leader Guadalupe...