Single Mom Arrested in Danao Illegal Gambling Sting
A 34-year-old single mother was arrested in a police bet-bust operation against illegal 'swertres' in Danao City. Authorities seized gambling paraphernalia and cash. Read more about the crackdown.
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Cebu Archbishop: No Gambling Sponsors for Sinulog Festival
Cebu Archbishop Alberto Uy calls on Sinulog Festival organizers to refuse funding from gambling establishments, citing the event's religious nature and the social ills of gambling.
Archbishop Uy: No Gambling Sponsors for Sinulog Festival
Cebu Archbishop Alberto Uy urges Sinulog organizers to reject gambling sponsorships to protect the festival's sanctity. This follows the foundation's partnership with BingoPlus. Read the full story.
Sinulog 2026 Says No to Gambling Sponsorships
The Sinulog Foundation Inc. turns down online gaming sponsors to preserve the festival's religious character, following an appeal from Cebu Archbishop. Read the full story.
Cebu Archbishop: No Gambling Sponsors for Sinulog 2026
Cebu Archbishop Alberto Uy appeals to Sinulog Festival organizers to refuse sponsorships from gambling establishments, emphasizing the event's religious core. Read his full statement.
San Nicolas Chief Questions Charitable Center's Methods
Barangay San Nicolas Proper's captain raises concerns over outdoor feeding programs, alleging they attract homeless individuals without offering sustainable solutions. Read about the proposed long-term fix.
Labangon SK Chairman Clarifies Thailand Trip Was Personal
Barangay Labangon SK Chairman Kim Kyle Buendia addresses online criticism over his Thailand vacation, presenting documents to prove it was a private, self-funded trip. Mayor Archival weighs in.
Cebu SK Chair Buendia Clears Air on Thailand Travel Controversy
Barangay Labangon SK Chairperson Kim Kyle Buendia addresses allegations over his Thailand vacation, presenting documents to prove it was personal and authorized. Read his full statement.
P32.87B Cebu Funds Spark Budget Transparency Debate
The revelation of P32.87 billion for one Cebu district opens a window into Philippine budget engineering. Explore the clash between development duty and equitable distribution.
Cebu City Enacts Total Ban on Gambling Advertisements
Cebu City Council passes a resolution for a complete ban on all gambling ads, aiming to protect public welfare, especially youth, and boost the local economy. Learn the details and implications.
Man nabbed for stealing drunk friend's phone in Cebu City
A 33-year-old man was arrested in Cebu City for allegedly stealing his intoxicated friend's phone worth P5,000 after an online gambling dispute. Read the full story.
Cebu City Starts Anti-Gambling Info Drive in Schools
Cebu City launches a major information campaign targeting schools and communities to educate residents, especially minors, about the risks of gambling. The move follows a new ban on all gambling ads within the city.
Cebu City Bans Gambling Ads, Starts School Campaign
Cebu City Mayor Nestor Archival announces a new information campaign in schools and communities to combat gambling risks, following a council resolution banning all gambling advertisements.
Cebu City Bans All Gambling Advertisements
Cebu City Council passes a resolution banning all gambling ads, online and offline, citing addiction risks and exposure to minors. The move follows national efforts to curb gambling promotion.
Cabral Death Ruled Suicide, Probe Ties to Flood Projects
DPWH Undersecretary Maria Catalina Cabral's death was suicide by blunt force trauma, officials say. PNP deepens probe, linking it to the multi-billion peso flood control controversy. Read the latest.
Cebu City Council Imposes Total Ban on Gambling Advertisements
Cebu City prohibits all gambling ads, online and offline, to protect public welfare and youth. The move aligns with national efforts to reduce problem gambling and its economic impact. Read more.
Remulla: No Foul Play in DPWH Official's Death
DILG Secretary Jonvic Remulla states former DPWH Usec. Maria Catalina Cabral's death was suicide by blunt force trauma. PNP continues probe, links it to flood control controversy. Read the latest updates.
10 Arrested in Cebu Illegal Gambling Operations
Philippine police in Cebu arrest 10 for illegal gambling days before Christmas. Suspects include swertres ushers, collectors, and a minor playing 'Tong-its'. Read the full story.
Tulfo Brothers' Public Feud Draws Marcos Family Parallels
The bitter public dispute between brothers Mon and Ben Tulfo escalates with serious accusations, drawing comparisons to the Marcos siblings' rift. Get the full story on their clash.
LTFRB 7 Chief Montealto Relieved from Post
LTFRB 7 chief Eduardo Montealto Jr. has been relieved of duty. The move follows years of controversy and calls for his resignation from transport groups. Read the full story.
Miss Universe 2025 Fatima Bosch Returns to Mexico Quietly
Miss Universe 2025 Fatima Bosch arrived in Mexico on December 10 without fanfare, dodged crown controversy questions, and earned the 'walkout queen' nickname. Get the full story.
P20K Win Spent on Shabu Leads to Violent Arrest in Cebu
An e-bike driver in Cebu City spent his P20,000 gambling win on shabu, leading to a violent breakdown and arrest. Police detail the chaotic incident in Barangay Inayawan.
Cebu e-bike driver arrested after P20k gambling win spent on drugs
A 43-year-old e-bike driver in Cebu City was arrested after threatening his family following a 3-day drug binge. He allegedly spent a P20,000 online gambling win on shabu. Read the full story.
Fatima Bosch Walks Out of Interview Over Controversy
Miss Universe 2025 Fatima Bosch reportedly walked out of a TV interview in Mexico, upset over questions about legal case and pageant win controversies. Details inside.
9 Swertres Ushers Arrested in Cebu Police Ops
Police in Cebu Province arrested nine illegal swertres ushers in separate operations. One suspect was also caught with suspected shabu. Read the full details of the crackdown.
PRO-7 Arrests 4,000 in Illegal Gambling Crackdown
Police in Central Visayas arrest nearly 4,000 individuals in a major illegal gambling operation from Jan-Nov 2025, seizing over P578,000. Community urged to report activities.
PRO 7 Arrests 4,000 in Illegal Gambling Operations
Police in Central Visayas arrested nearly 4,000 individuals in illegal gambling stings from January to November 2025. Brig. Gen. Maranan vows to continue the crackdown. Read the full report.
176 Loose Firearms Seized in Zamboanga Peninsula
Police in Zamboanga Peninsula report major November successes: 176 loose firearms recovered and 485 persons arrested in anti-gambling ops. Read the full details of the crackdown.
Sisters Nabbed in Minglanilla for Online Sabong Violations
Two sisters were arrested in Minglanilla for illegal online sabong. Police are tracking 38 more suspects. Read the full details of the crackdown.
Cebu City Councilor Apologizes for 'Gloating' Comments
Cebu City Councilor Nestor Archival apologizes for 'gloating' remarks about a colleague's suspension. The incident highlights political tensions and the importance of respectful discourse in local governance.
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