The BJMP in Mandaue City is launching a 'College Behind Bars' program in 2026, partnering with Mandaue City College to offer Business Management and IT courses to qualified inmates. This initiative aims to provide rehabilitation through education.
The DSWD's AVRC II in Central Visayas held a festive year-end gathering for PWD trainees on December 19, 2025, featuring performances, games, and gift-giving to embody the holiday spirit.
Southern Philippines Medical Center in Davao launches a P300M robotic surgery & neurorehabilitation facility, expanding advanced healthcare access in Mindanao. 23 patients already treated.
Metro Cebu's residential property prices fell 8% in Q3 2025, the steepest quarterly decline among major Philippine urban markets. Explore the data and what it means for buyers and investors.
As 2025 ends, discover how Davao's Scoliosis & Sports Rehab Specialists transformed local athletes' performance. Read their inspiring story of community support and sporting excellence.
A Bacolod police officer was struck from behind with a steel pipe near Central Market. The suspect then pulled a knife, leading the officer to fire in self-defense. Both were hospitalized.
Catholic devotees in Cebu flocked to dawn Masses for the Misa de Gallo on Dec 21. The tradition, held at churches and Carbon Market, blends faith, community, and bibingka treats.
Cebu and the Philippine property sector will focus on rebuilding trust and affordable housing in 2026 after a tough 2025. Industry leaders Anthony Leuterio and Harold See outline the recovery path. Read more.
Philippine durian shipments to China fell sharply in 2025 due to extreme weather. Industry leaders seek new markets and productivity gains to recover. #Philippines #Agriculture
Thousands of Catholic faithful in Cebu gathered before sunrise for Misa de Gallo, filling churches and spilling outside. The tradition continues at Carbon Market for workers. Read more.
Mayor Nito Durano denies permits for DPWH's 2026 projects in Danao City, calling them non-essential. He urges fund reallocation to urgent needs like bridge rehab post-Typhoon Tino. Read the full story.
DepEd Central Visayas races to repair 200+ schools damaged by the Sept. 30 quake and Typhoon Tino, but faces a severe P4.3B funding gap and a lack of structural engineers. Learn about the recovery priorities.
Cebu City Councilor Jun Alcover faces 12 cyberlibel complaints in Marawi City, calling them harassment. The cases stem from his Facebook posts criticizing the Colon Night Market's operations.
Cebu City Councilor Jun Alcover is accused of cyberlibel for Facebook posts about Colon Night Market. He calls the 12 complaints harassment. Read the full story.
BSP Deputy Governor Abenoja outlines plans for deeper money markets and tokenized payments at the ASEAN+3 forum in Hong Kong, aiming to strengthen financial stability and regional integration. Learn more about the Philippines' 2026 co-chair role.
DA-Davao refutes claims of selling FMR projects, reaffirms transparent bidding. Details on recent P177M, P57M projects in Davao Region and a P65.5B backlog.
DepEd Central Visayas struggles with depleted funds and engineer shortage to rehab schools hit by September's earthquake and Typhoon Tino. Over 700,000 students affected.
Cebu faces a sharp rice price hike due to supply shortages from delayed imports, typhoons, and bulk government purchases. Learn the causes and current costs.
The PNP is intensifying market surveillance to protect consumers from price gouging and hoarding ahead of Christmas. Learn how this operation aims to ensure fair prices.
Cebu is set to keep its crown as the Philippines' most active office hub outside Manila in 2026, but a looming supply drought could slow deals. Colliers report details the outlook.
Cebu Governor Pamela Baricuatro allocates P2 million each for nine northern Cebu churches damaged in the Sept. 30, 2025, earthquake to aid recovery and boost tourism. Read more.
Rising car prices and economic worries push Americans to buy used cars and extend loans. The EV market slumps after a key tax credit ends. Discover the full impact on consumer spending.
OPEC+ suspends planned oil output hikes for January-March 2026, citing seasonality. The alliance, led by Saudi Arabia and Russia, opts for a cautious stance. Discover what this means for global oil markets and the Philippines.
Lapu-Lapu City officials intensify market inspections after confiscating 4 tampered scales. Daily random checks implemented to protect consumers during holiday shopping season. Stay informed!
Lapu-Lapu City market inspectors confiscated 4 tampered weighing scales from vendors. Stay alert this Christmas season as random inspections intensify.
Central Luzon's cultural and culinary treasures captivated thousands at Philippine Festival Tokyo 2025. Discover how Kapampangan delicacies and traditional crafts impressed Japanese visitors.
The Department of Agriculture will impose a suggested retail price for imported red onions starting Dec. 1 to combat profiteering. Learn how this affects your holiday budget.
Six Persons Deprived of Liberty and one recently released individual married in a special mass wedding at Talisay City Jail, a step towards rehabilitation and family unity.
Hydrologist Danilo Jaque urges Cebu to combine P25B structural projects with reforestation and retention basins for effective flood control. Learn the hybrid solution.
Philippines economy expects year-end growth boost from holiday spending and remittances despite Q3 slowdown. Cebu leads provincial office market with 52% of deals.