Over 74,000 Hired in 2025 DOLE Job Fairs
DOLE's nationwide job fairs placed nearly 75,000 Filipinos in 2025. Davao Region's anniversary fair saw 17 hired on the spot. Discover the latest employment figures and trends.
DOLE's nationwide job fairs placed nearly 75,000 Filipinos in 2025. Davao Region's anniversary fair saw 17 hired on the spot. Discover the latest employment figures and trends.
Controversial contractor Sarah Discaya spent Christmas without personal visitors at Lapu-Lapu City Jail. All communication is restricted to online platforms as her corruption case proceeds. Read the latest updates.
The PNP enforces new Supreme Court guidelines for authenticating social media evidence in criminal cases, enhancing digital due process and investigation integrity. Learn how this affects justice.
Lapu-Lapu City's Job Order personnel receive a P60 daily wage increase to P528, with backpay from January 2025. Learn how this ordinance supports workers amid rising costs.
Boljoon's Municipal Tourism Office warns tourists of online booking scams targeting visitors. They have released a list of verified resort Facebook pages for safe transactions. Stay alert and book only through official channels.
Lapu-Lapu City Government job order personnel now earn P528 daily, a P60 increase. Eligible workers will receive differential pay from Jan 1 to Nov 30, 2025. Learn more about this boost for local workers.
The Philippine National Police will follow new Supreme Court guideposts for handling social media evidence in crimes. Learn how this affects online harassment cases and public trust.
The Boljoon Municipal Tourism Office warns tourists of fake Facebook pages scamming visitors. Book only through verified resort pages to ensure safe travel. #TravelSafe #Boljoon
A total of 200 CAFGU Active Auxiliaries have completed Basic Military and Refresher Training in Sulu, bolstering local peace and security efforts. Read about their vital role.
The Philippine National Police will use new Supreme Court guideposts to authenticate social media evidence in criminal cases, ensuring stronger due process. Learn how this affects online crime reporting.
Prime Video Philippines announces its January 2026 streaming lineup, featuring action films, international dramas, and returning series. Discover new releases and returning favorites starting January 2.
DOLE Region 12's 81 job fairs in 2025 connected over 27,000 jobseekers with employers, resulting in 1,680 immediate hires. Discover how they're boosting employment in Soccsksargen.
A 23-year-old man is in jail in Cebu after admitting to molesting a 7-year-old girl. The suspect, a lechon vendor, blamed online pornography for his actions. Read the full story.
The DTI's BOI has approved 29 projects worth P124.81 billion, set to generate thousands of jobs in renewable energy, IT-BPM, and more. Discover how this boosts the Philippine economy.
Bacolod's PESO Christmas Job Fair sees 16 immediate hires. Over 40 companies participated, aiding thousands in finding holiday season employment. Read the full story.
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 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.
A recent armed robbery inside a Cebu City condominium unit raises serious concerns about security negligence. Unit owners demand action as management's legal obligations under Philippine law are scrutinized.
A 54-year-old widow from Cebu sues her 28-year-old daughter for failing to repay a P500,000 business loan. The family conflict escalates to the barangay. Read Papa Joe's advice on handling money and family.
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.
DOLE mandates all private firms to submit their 13th month pay compliance report via the online portal by January 15, 2026. Ensure your business meets the deadline.
DOLE mandates private firms to submit their 13th month pay compliance report via the online portal by January 15, 2026. Ensure your business is compliant.
A new study shows 60% of Filipino adults fell victim to scams in the past year. Learn about the common schemes and the new multi-sector alliance fighting back.
The Philippine Coast Guard in Central Visayas aims to enhance port security by adding new substations across Cebu's coastal towns. Learn about the expansion plan.
Philippine officials, including President Marcos, firmly dismiss allegations linking the country to terrorist training for suspects in the Sydney Bondi Beach shooting. The NSC finds no evidence to support the claims. Read the full statement.
The Philippine government sets a hiring ceiling for contractual workers starting 2025. Learn how this move impacts public sector employment and worker welfare.
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.
Governor Pamela Baricuatro warns of legal action against those selling children on porn sites or to foreigners. Cebu aims to be a safe province for every child.
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.
The PNP strengthens safety measures for tourists and vacationers this Christmas. Acting chief Lt. Gen. Nartatez assures proactive steps and high alert status nationwide.