Cebu Garbage Trucks Blocked at Consolacion Landfill
Cebu City's waste disposal hits a wall as Consolacion barangay officials block trucks from the ASEAN landfill. Mayor Archival seeks urgent talks with Mayor Alegado for a solution.
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Cities Act After Cebu Landfill Landslide Closes Site
Mandaue and Lapu-Lapu establish temporary garbage transfer stations following the Binaliw landfill landslide. Mayors outline emergency plans as five cities face waste crisis. Read for updates.
DSWD Opens Samal Satellite Office for Crisis Services
Samal residents can now access DSWD crisis aid locally. The new CIU office provides emergency cash, mental health support, and faster service delivery for vulnerable groups.
Cebu Waste Crisis Deepens After Binaliw Landslide
The deadly Binaliw landfill collapse triggers a Metro Cebu waste crisis. Cebu, Mandaue, and Lapu-Lapu cities face disposal chaos as communities resist. Read the latest updates.
Davao Councilor Pushes for New Women's Center
Davao City Councilor Diosdado Mahipus Jr. advocates for a dedicated women's center to strengthen support services. Learn about the proposal and existing initiatives.
Solons' Perks vs. Pinoy Workers' Plight: A Stark Contrast
Revelations of congressional bonuses ignite fury as minimum wage earners battle soaring prices. Calls for accountability grow louder. Read the full story.
House Bonuses vs. Pinoy Wage Struggle: A Tale of Two Philippines
Congressional bonuses and high salaries face public fury as ordinary Filipinos grapple with soaring prices and stagnant wages. Calls for accountability grow louder. Read the full story.
Landfill Collapse Sparks Garbage Crisis in Metro Cebu
A massive landslide at Cebu's Binaliw landfill has killed 4, trapped dozens, and halted waste disposal for major cities, creating an urgent public health emergency. Community cooperation is now critical.
Samal Mayor Calls for Vigilance Against Suspicious Individuals
Samal Mayor Toto Reyes urges residents to report unfamiliar individuals after a group falsely claimed to be native islanders at city hall. Stay alert for community safety.
Cebu Postpones Waste Policy After Landfill Disaster
Cebu City defers its strict garbage segregation rules following the deadly Binaliw landfill landslide. Mayor Archival cites logistical crisis and Sinulog 2026 as reasons for the temporary delay. Learn how this impacts Metro Cebu's waste management.
Cebu City waste rerouted to Consolacion after landfill collapse
Cebu City redirects 500-600 tons of daily waste to a temporary dumpsite in Consolacion following a partial landslide at its main Binaliw landfill. Officials scramble to prevent a public health crisis.
Binaliw Landfill Landslide Triggers Cebu Waste Crisis
A landslide at Binaliw Landfill forces Cebu City and Mandaue to suspend garbage collection. Officials scramble for solutions as Sinulog nears. Read the latest updates.
Cebu Garbage Crisis: Landslide Traps Workers, SRP Proposed as Dump
A landslide at Cebu City's Binaliw landfill traps workers, halting garbage collection. Councilor Garganera proposes SRP as a temporary transfer station, raising concerns for businesses and tourism. Search and rescue operations continue.
Binaliw Landfill Collapse Triggers Cebu Waste Emergency
A landslide at Cebu's Binaliw landfill halts operations, leaving 3 dead and 30 missing. The city scrambles to dispose of 600 tons of daily waste. Read the latest updates.
Cebu Landfill Collapse: Rescue Ops for 38 Missing
A landslide at Prime Binaliw Landfill in Cebu City buries employees and homes. Rescue ongoing for 38 missing. The disaster reignites debate on the city's waste crisis.
Sugar Farmers Urge Marcos for Price Support as Crisis Deepens
Philippine sugarcane planters warn of abandoning farms as prices plummet below production cost. NFSP and Confed propose direct gov't buying and policy reforms to save the industry.
Mandaue Suspends Garbage Pickup After Landslide
Mandaue City suspends garbage collection after a landslide at the Prime Waste Solutions Cebu Landfill. Officials scramble for alternative disposal sites and enforce strict waste segregation.
San Fernando Water Issues Persist After Prime Water Suspension
Residents of San Fernando, Pampanga still face discolored, foul-smelling, and low-pressure water a year after the city took over from Prime Water. What's the solution?
OFW Faces Twin Pregnancy Crisis: Sister and Self Expecting
An OFW's years of sacrifice for her family are upended by a double pregnancy shock. She and her teenage sister are both expecting, revealing deep struggles overseas. Read her heartbreaking story.
Sugar Producers Demand Marcos Act on Price Crisis
The Confederation of Sugar Producers asks President Marcos Jr. for urgent measures to raise domestic sugar prices and reduce inventory to avert industry collapse. Read the full story.
Cebu City Declares Transport Emergency for Sinulog
Cebu City declares a transport emergency after Christmas chaos. Officials plan free mass transit for Sinulog Festival crowds as long-term BRT project lags. Read the full story.
US Retailers Shuttered 8,200+ Stores in 2025
US retailers closed over 8,200 stores in 2025, a 12% surge, driven by tariffs, heavy debt, and shifting consumer habits. Major chains like Rite Aid and Big Lots filed for bankruptcy. Read the full analysis.
Cebu Police Seize P20M Drugs, Arrest 245 in December
Cebu City Police netted P20 million in illegal drugs and arrested 245 suspects in a month-long December operation. Read the full report on the intensified anti-drug campaign.
AIM Graduates 350 Leaders for Disaster Risk Management
The Asian Institute of Management's latest graduates, trained in Disaster Risk and Crisis Management, are set to fill a critical leadership gap in the Philippines and Asia. Learn how they plan to transform policy.
Cebu's 2026 Power Crisis Threatens Economy and Safety
Cebu's electricity demand is outpacing supply, risking economic disruption and public safety. Consumer group Cera urges immediate action for new power plants and secure water systems.
Small Fishermen in Palawan, E. Samar Face Livelihood Crisis
Small-scale fishermen in Palawan and Eastern Samar battle illegal fishing and commercial competition, with catches plummeting. Read their plea for government intervention to save their way of life.
Cebu Taxi Meter Issues & Holiday Shortage Probed
LTFRB investigates defective taxi meters in Cebu as passengers face severe shortages during Christmas. A planned fleet of 600 EV taxis remains stalled amid regulatory hurdles.
Ukraine Peace Talks: Competing Plans, Dec 2025 Deadline
Russia claims a Ukraine settlement is near but accuses the West of sabotage. Zelensky proposes a referendum on a 20-point peace plan if Russia agrees to a 60-day ceasefire. Read the latest.
Holiday Suicides Rise: Mental Health Support Crucial in PH
Recent tragic suicides, including a public figure's daughter and a call center agent, highlight a pressing mental health crisis in the Philippines during the festive season. Experts urge compassion and support, sharing critical hotline numbers.
SEA-PLM 2024: PH Learning Gaps Persist
New SEA-PLM 2024 data shows only 27% of Filipino Grade 5 students are proficient in reading. Urgent, targeted action is needed to address widening inequalities in education.
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