Eliana Jolie Borden from Abellana National School shares a poignant reflection on aging, family, and the passage of time. Discover her insights on living life to the fullest. Read her full essay now.
Caja Kitchen Cebu invites you to a special Christmas buffet for Php 799 on Dec 24 & 25. Enjoy lunch or dinner with family. Book your table now!
A poignant personal essay from Sibonga, Cebu, draws a parallel between a modern heartbreak and the classic dilemma in Fyodor Dostoyevsky's 'White Nights'. Explore the timeless pain of being the second choice in love.
Explore how Asin, Buklod, Ben&Ben, and BINI each anchored Filipino dignity in witness, conscience, tenderness, and confidence. A Christmas reflection on our cultural evolution. Read more.
A New Year's Eve reflection explores Jesus's radical call to love our enemies, addressing its difficulty and real-world application in the Philippine context. Discover the path to a divinely blessed year.
The Philippine National Police urges the public to keep holiday travel plans off social media to prevent crimes. Over 100,000 officers are deployed for security.
The DOH recorded 91 fireworks-related injuries and 331 road crashes during Christmas week. Most victims were young males. Learn the full report and safety tips.
Pope Francis' statement that 'corruption is paid by the poor' resonates in Philippine communities. This article explores how graft steals from classrooms, clinics, and flood control, betraying the spirit of Christmas.
As 2025 ends, we reflect on a transformative year marked by natural disasters, governance shifts, and personal resilience. Discover the key lessons and look ahead with clarity. Read the full analysis.
Explore how Davao Region's provinces turned Christmas 2025 into a time of service with aid, gifts, and community programs, bringing the true spirit of Pasko to the people.
As 2025 ends, we explore the Filipino concepts of kapwa and malasakit, learning to set boundaries, accept steadiness, and find quiet courage in personal growth and gratitude. Discover a uniquely Filipino realism.
The DOH recorded 91 fireworks-related injuries, mostly among boys aged 10-14, and 331 road crashes during the Christmas week. Learn the key data and safety advisories.
A 52-year-old aircon installer was shot after a fistfight in San Fernando on December 24. Police are hunting the suspect for attempted homicide. Read the latest details.
University students in the Philippines now view Christmas as a vital pause for rest and family, not just gifts. Discover how academic pressure reshapes holiday priorities. Read more.
A long-time city resident decries the loss of neighborly respect as non-stop, off-key karaoke singing disrupts the peace. A call for responsibility amidst the festive season. Read the full story.
Central Visayas police report a peaceful Christmas with zero firecracker victims and crimes during Simbang Gabi. Over 10,000 officers remain deployed for New Year's Eve. Read the full safety update.
Cebu police arrested a drug peddler and seized P2.1 million worth of shabu in Talisay City on Christmas Day. The suspect admitted to increased holiday demand. Read the full report.
Filipino pole vault star EJ Obiena enjoys a rare Christmas at home after 8 years abroad for training. He reflects on his 2025 SEA Games gold and triumphant season despite injury. Read his inspiring story.
The PNP confirms a peaceful Christmas season with no major incidents. A Pasay traffic enforcer in a Santa suit brought smiles to motorists. Read about the holiday security success.
Archbishop Gilbert Garcera, CBCP President, urges Filipinos to seek unity with God and each other this Christmas amid recent divisive issues. Read his hopeful message for 2026.
From the Grinch to Kevin McCallister, revisit the iconic characters who defined our holiday spirit. A nostalgic look at the lessons they taught us about kindness, family, and belief. Rediscover the magic of a simpler Christmas.
Road crash injuries in the Philippines nearly doubled to 11,146 during the 2024-2025 holidays. The DOH warns of alcohol-related incidents and urges safe driving. #RoadSafety
This Christmas, millions of Filipinos suffer from devastating floods. The true spirit lies not in rituals but in imitating Christ's humanity through concrete action for survivors.
The EcoWaste Coalition urges Filipinos to adopt People-, Pet-, and Planet-friendly celebrations this Christmas and New Year to reduce waste and pollution. Learn how to have a safe, green holiday.
DOLE outlines pay rules for Dec 24 & 25, 2025. Workers get extra pay for Christmas Eve & Day. Know your rights this holiday season.
SunStar Davao asked local children what they want for Christmas. Their answers reveal a focus on health, family, and simple joys over material gifts. Discover their touching perspectives.
DOH reports 11,146 road crash injuries during the 2024-2025 holidays, a sharp rise linked to travel and alcohol. Two died in a Bataan bus crash. Stay safe on the road.
Davao City's 2025 holiday spirit shines through Giving Machines at Abreeza Mall and free jeepney rides, supporting local charities. Discover how Dabawenyos are making Christmas meaningful.
Take a nostalgic trip back to Christmas 2014, the last time the holiday fell on a Thursday. Relive the hits, movies, and Filipino traditions that made it special. Discover what made that season so memorable!
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.