A police operation in Cebu City turned violent as a suspect opened fire on officers serving a warrant. One man was shot, and authorities recovered suspected shabu and a firearm. Read the full report.
DOLE clarifies holiday pay rates for employees working on Dec 24 & 25, 2025. Know your rights for special non-working day and regular holiday compensation.
Cebu's Provincial Board recommends major budget cuts for the PIO and Sugbo News, citing excessive overtime pay and insufficient public service justification. Details inside.
BCGEU president apologizes for spoiled food at Bacolod City's Year-End event. Mayor orders investigation into the P3.2 million celebration. Details on accountability measures.
DOLE outlines pay rules for Dec 24 & 25, 2025. Workers get extra pay for Christmas Eve & Day. Know your rights this holiday season.
Davao City Council greenlights ₱187.3M supplemental budget for year-end SRI and gratuity pay. Employees to receive up to ₱20,000 before New Year. Read the full details.
Bacolod City Mayor Greg Gasataya demands reports on spoiled food served to 6,650 employees. A P3.2 million budget was allocated. Read the full investigation details.
NBI-Central Visayas assures equal treatment for contractor Sarah Discaya and 8 DPWH engineers detained over a P96.5M flood control anomaly. Justice Secretary Vida's directive aims to restore public trust in the justice system.
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.
Senator Bam Aquino calls for urgent action to address the severe lack of support for over 5 million Filipino children with disabilities, highlighting gaps in education and funding.
BDO Life President Renato Vergel De Dios emphasizes life insurance as a crucial financial safety net for Filipino families. Learn why a 'Plan B' matters and how BDO Pay simplifies holiday spending.
Malacañang suspends work in government offices on Dec 29, 2025 & Jan 2, 2026, creating an extended New Year break. Frontline services remain operational. Check details now.
Negros Occidental's provincial board greenlights P85 million in Service Recognition Incentive and gratuity pay for employees. Bacolod City also approves similar benefits, aiming for pre-Christmas release.
Cebu City Mayor Nestor Archival clarifies that casual and job order workers will receive a gratuity pay, not a bonus, before Christmas. Find out the eligibility and amounts.
Cebu Rep. Edu Rama files HB 4353 to provide subsidies, therapy vouchers, and tax deductions for families of children with special needs. The bill seeks to expand SPED schools and inter-agency support.
Mayor Nestor Archival clarifies that the P7,000 aid for Cebu City's casual and job order workers is a gratuity pay, not a Christmas bonus, aligning with national guidelines. Over 3,000 workers to benefit.
A Davao City center provides free therapy for over 1,000 children with autism and cerebral palsy. Parents share stories of transformation and hope this Christmas season. Discover how early intervention changes lives.
Private sector employees working on December 8, 2025, a special non-working holiday, are entitled to 130% of their basic wage. Learn the DOLE rules for overtime and rest day pay.
President Marcos signs proclamation adding 69,490 sqm in Balamban, Cebu to the West Cebu Industrial Park-Special Economic Zone, boosting investment and development. Read the full details.
President Marcos Jr. designates 69,490 sqm in Balamban, Cebu for the West Cebu Industrial Park-SEZ, boosting jobs and decentralized growth. Read the full details.
Cebu City Council suspends earth material hauling on Binaliw Road due to road damage and environmental hazards. Read the full report on the council's resolution and findings.
A DOH official urges breaking the stigma around safe sex discussions to achieve real HIV literacy and combat the virus's spread in the Philippines. Join the conversation.
DOLE releases pay rules for the Dec 8 special non-working holiday. Workers get extra 30% pay, 50% if it's their rest day. Check the details now.
Mandaue City's Business Permit Office reminds establishments to secure special permits for extended holiday operations. Mayor Ouano may form a monitoring team. Safety is the priority.
Davao City Health Office intensifies HIV/AIDS awareness, offering free testing and promoting the ABCDE prevention method. Learn about treatment hubs and how to access services.
President Marcos approves a multi-year base pay increase for military and uniformed personnel (MUPs), boosting morale and welfare. The hike will be implemented in three tranches from 2026.
Pampanga Rep. Carmelo 'Pogi' Lazatin Jr. files HB 6504, seeking a ₱50,000 tax deduction for parents of CSNs/YSNs to cover therapy, education, and medical costs. Learn about the bill's details and its potential impact on Filipino families.
DSWD-Davao Region announces a significant decline in Violence Against Women and Children cases from 2023 to 2024. Officials credit grassroots advocacy and strengthened reporting mechanisms for the progress.
DOLE Secretary Laguesma reminds all private sector employers to release the mandatory 13th month pay by December 24, 2025. Compliance reports are due by January 15, 2026.