Politics
Man Arrested for Causing Disturbance in Cebu After Mother's Neglect
A 35-year-old man was arrested in Basak San Nicolas, Cebu City, for causing a disturbance after claiming his mother neglected him. Police identified the suspect as Jan Mario Teleron Ayson, who faces charges of Alarm and Scandal.
Environment
PAGASA Issues Rain Advisory for Visayas, Luzon, Mindanao Until Feb 18
PAGASA warns of cloudy skies and sudden rains in Visayas from Valentine's Day to Feb 18, 2026, due to Easterlies, with shear line and monsoon effects nationwide.
Sports
Cebu Sports Awards 2026 to Honor 43 Athletes and 5 Teams on March 8
The 40th SAC-SMB Cebu Sports Awards will recognize 43 athletes and 5 teams from 26 sports disciplines on March 8. Major awardees include basketball star June Mar Fajardo and boxer Melvin Jerusalem.
Business
Valentine's Day Spending Shifts as Inflation Hits Flowers and Chocolate
Rising costs reshaped Valentine's Day spending in 2026, with flower vendors in Cebu seeing higher earnings due to increased prices, while chocolate purchases in Japan declined as inflation and cocoa price surges led many women to cut back on gifts.
Lifestyle
International
Entertainment
Valentine's Day: Love's Paradox and Historical Roots
Valentine's Day celebrates love as both joy and pain, with origins in Roman Lupercalia and Christian martyrdom. This article delves into its commercialization and deeper meanings of affection beyond romance.
Gee Canlas' Instagram Post Sparks Relationship Speculation
TV host and actress Gee Canlas shared a deeply personal Instagram post about a difficult year, self-love, and parenting her son Caleb, fueling speculation about her relationship with actor Archie Alemania.
BTS Free Netflix Concert and Documentary for 2026 Comeback
K-POP sensation BTS will host a free live concert exclusively on Netflix in March 2026, featuring their new album 'Arirang' and a documentary about their return from hiatus.
Mark Herras' Emotional Video Sparks Concern Among Fans
Kapuso actor-dancer Mark Herras posted a tearful video on Instagram titled 'Kulong Sa Sistema,' prompting an outpouring of support from fellow celebrities and fans amid speculation about personal struggles.
'Call Me Mother' Grosses P392M, Tops 2025 Filipino Films
The Metro Manila Film Festival entry 'Call Me Mother' has officially grossed P392 million worldwide, making it the highest-grossing Filipino film of 2025, surpassing Star Cinema hits.