Doctors from Southern Philippines Medical Center warn the public against unregulated skin whitening drugs and supplements, citing severe kidney damage and skin lesions. Consult only PDS dermatologists.
Dallas Mavericks star Anthony Davis suffers ligament damage in his left wrist. Surgery could cost him months, while non-surgical rehab offers a 6-week return. Get the latest NBA injury update.
A magnitude 6.4 earthquake struck Manay, Davao Oriental, damaging a chapel. Officials report no casualties or displaced residents. Learn about the province's disaster response.
A major fire at a Zamboanga City wharf burned for over three hours, destroying two motorboats and injuring three crew members. The blaze caused an estimated P200,000 in damages. Read the full report.
Jimmy Regino of the iconic 90s group April Boys has died at age 57 from kidney failure. Get the full story on his legacy and final moments.
Four months after a major earthquake, Bogo City's public schools remain closed, highlighting a recovery gap. Thousands of students face learning backlogs as safety checks delay reopening. Read the full story.
Face-to-face classes resume in Medellin, Cebu on January 5, 2026, after engineers declared buildings safe. A key bridge remains partially damaged from the September 30 quake.
A commercial establishment in Zamboanga City was gutted by fire on December 31, 2025, causing an estimated P960,000 in damage. Read the full report on the incident.
A massive fire erupted at a fireworks market in Barili, Cebu, destroying 9 stalls and causing over P2 million in damage. Two unidentified men are being sought as persons of interest. Read the full report.
A man in Mandaue City faces arson charges after allegedly setting his house on fire, damaging 20 homes. The suspect, hospitalized with burns, claimed emotional distress. Read the full report.
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.
A morning fire in Bacolod City's Barangay Singcang destroyed four homes, causing P270,000 in damage. No casualties reported. Read about the response and aid provided.
Comelec Cebu offices in Liloan, Compostela, and Danao City suffer severe damage from Typhoon Tino, forcing satellite registration for new voters to be postponed. Read about the recovery efforts and 2026 election preparations.
Comelec Cebu offices in Liloan, Compostela, and Danao City were damaged by Typhoon Tino, halting satellite voter registration. Operations will resume in 2026 as repairs are made for the 2026 BSKE. Register now!
Arayat Mayor and Pampanga Rep. appeal for urgent repairs to the cracked Cupang dike, a critical flood barrier protecting thousands of families. Swift action needed to prevent disaster.
Cebu's historic churches damaged by the Sept. 30 quake set for 2026 rehabilitation. NHCP provides technical guidance as province allocates P18M aid. Details on the assessment and the nine churches listed.
Pampanga's new dialysis center in Apalit, funded via a P30M PPP, offers free PhilHealth treatment. It aims to serve over 200 patients daily, with more centers planned across the province.
A fire in Sitio Sugarlandia, Cebu City, destroyed 5 houses and displaced 43 individuals. Damage estimated at P420,000. No injuries reported. Read the latest updates.
Davao City urges residents to register as organ donors to combat black markets and save lives. Learn the crucial facts about deceased vs. living donation and how to register.
A month after Typhoon Tino's flash floods, families in Talisay City's Purok Orchids remain in evacuation, battling mud and power outages. Read their story of resilience.
Metropolitan Cebu Water District restores 248,000 cubic meters daily, reaching 90% of pre-typhoon levels. Normal water pressure returns for 214,000 connections. Read the latest updates.
The Department of Education has allocated P1 billion from its Quick Response Fund to repair Cebu schools damaged by the September 2025 earthquake. Learn how this funding will prioritize reconstruction efforts.
Cebu City faces waste disposal crisis as damaged Bacayan Bridge limits garbage trucks to one daily trip. Councilor Garganera urges immediate solutions and waste reduction.
Cebu confronts a series of calamities from an earthquake to typhoons Tino and Verbena. While effective disaster management prevented deaths, Olango Island's damage highlights community vulnerability. Learn the key lessons.
Southern Philippines Medical Center launches Kidney & Transplant Institute on Nov 28, 2025, offering comprehensive renal care with 100-bed dialysis capacity to serve Mindanao patients.
Tropical Depression Verbena damaged 22 houses in Barangay Pangan-an, Olango Island. Strong winds from the seaside caused structural failures. No injuries reported. Read more.
Tropical Depression Verbena damaged 21 houses in Barangay Pangan-an, Lapu-Lapu City. Strong winds and coastal proximity worsened impact. No injuries reported.
More than 300 public vehicles in Cebu remain non-operational after November 4 flooding. LTFRB reports severe transport disruptions and driver shortages affecting commuters. Learn how the region is coping.
Davao Oriental provides P1 million financial aid to Cebu after Typhoon Tino's devastation, a gesture of solidarity after Cebu's own P5M earthquake aid. Read more.
Guadalupe Heights residents evacuate as typhoon flooding breaches homes. Homeowners question Monterrazas subdivision's role in disaster. Read the full investigation.