Sugar Import Liberalization Sparks Industry Collapse Warning
Save-Sim urges government action as sugar import policy threatens local industry. SRA chief disputes claims, calling them misinformation. Read the full debate.
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Cebu Chamber Calls for Waste Management Review After Landslide
The Cebu Chamber of Commerce expresses grave concern over the Binaliw landfill landslide, urging a comprehensive review of provincial waste management to prevent future tragedies.
Binaliw Landfill Collapse Triggers Cebu Waste Emergency
A landslide at Cebu's Binaliw landfill halts operations, leaving 3 dead and 30 missing. The city scrambles to dispose of 600 tons of daily waste. Read the latest updates.
Cebu Chamber Demands Review After Binaliw Landslide
The Cebu Chamber of Commerce urges a comprehensive waste management review following the Binaliw landfill collapse. Read about the rescue efforts and the call for stronger safeguards.
EY GDS Cebu Celebrates 2 Years, Plans Major Expansion
EY GDS Philippines' Cebu center marks two years of growth, now with 300+ professionals. It plans to expand to 1,350 jobs, partnering with local universities to build tech talent in the Visayas.
Sugar Farmers Urge Marcos for Price Support as Crisis Deepens
Philippine sugarcane planters warn of abandoning farms as prices plummet below production cost. NFSP and Confed propose direct gov't buying and policy reforms to save the industry.
Sugar Producers Demand Marcos Act on Price Crisis
The Confederation of Sugar Producers asks President Marcos Jr. for urgent measures to raise domestic sugar prices and reduce inventory to avert industry collapse. Read the full story.
Cebu EV Taxi Standoff: Local vs Foreign Operators
Metro Cebu's taxi modernization sparks a conflict between local operators and a Vietnamese EV firm. Will the city's green future leave its long-standing drivers behind? Read the full story.
IT-BPM Sector Targets $42B, 1.97M Jobs by 2026
The Philippine IT-BPM industry is set to hit $42B in exports and nearly 2M jobs in 2026, driven by AI and upskilling. IBPAP outlines key priorities for growth.
US Retailers Shuttered 8,200+ Stores in 2025
US retailers closed over 8,200 stores in 2025, a 12% surge, driven by tariffs, heavy debt, and shifting consumer habits. Major chains like Rite Aid and Big Lots filed for bankruptcy. Read the full analysis.
AIM Graduates 350 Leaders for Disaster Risk Management
The Asian Institute of Management's latest graduates, trained in Disaster Risk and Crisis Management, are set to fill a critical leadership gap in the Philippines and Asia. Learn how they plan to transform policy.
Vietnam Tourism Soars: 21.5M Visitors in 2025
Vietnam welcomed an estimated 21.5 million international tourists in 2025, generating nearly $40 billion in revenue. Discover the country's ambitious targets for 2026.
Cebu Business Leader: Cautious Optimism for 2026
Melanie Ng of PCCI-Visayas forecasts a cautiously optimistic 2026 for Cebu and Visayas, driven by tourism recovery, construction, and domestic investment. Read the full outlook.
Small Fishermen in Palawan, E. Samar Face Livelihood Crisis
Small-scale fishermen in Palawan and Eastern Samar battle illegal fishing and commercial competition, with catches plummeting. Read their plea for government intervention to save their way of life.
New PCCI Chapter Formed in Toledo City
Toledo City establishes a PCCI chapter to unify businesses, attract investors, and accelerate economic growth. Learn how this move shapes the city's future.
Holiday Suicides Rise: Mental Health Support Crucial in PH
Recent tragic suicides, including a public figure's daughter and a call center agent, highlight a pressing mental health crisis in the Philippines during the festive season. Experts urge compassion and support, sharing critical hotline numbers.
DOLE's Non-Negotiable Safety Warning for Fireworks Industry
As New Year revelry approaches, DOLE issues a stern reminder on pyrotechnics safety after 188 injuries were recorded last year. Discover the risks and safer alternatives for celebration.
DOLE: Fireworks Industry Must Strictly Follow Safety Standards
DOLE Secretary Bienvenido Laguesma mandates strict OSH compliance for the hazardous pyrotechnics industry ahead of New Year celebrations. Monitoring intensifies with BFP, PNP, and LGUs.
DOLE: Safety in Pyrotechnics Industry is Non-Negotiable
DOLE Secretary Laguesma mandates strict OSH compliance for pyrotechnics manufacturers and sellers ahead of New Year celebrations. Field personnel to coordinate with BFP, PNP, and LGUs for monitoring.
SEA-PLM 2024: PH Learning Gaps Persist
New SEA-PLM 2024 data shows only 27% of Filipino Grade 5 students are proficient in reading. Urgent, targeted action is needed to address widening inequalities in education.
Cebu Christmas Carols & Chamber's 'Stronger Ecosystems' Focus
The University of San Carlos Choristers bring holiday cheer to SM City Cebu, while the Cebu Chamber of Commerce and Industry unveils its 2025 focus on 'Stronger Ecosystems.' Discover the sounds and plans shaping Cebu's festive season.
Cebu's 'Crisismas': Holiday Struggles Behind the Lights
In Cebu, the festive glow of Fuente Osmeña's tree masks a harsh reality for families like the Abellanas. As inflation bites and disaster victims rebuild, Christmas becomes a season of survival. Read how Cebuanos are finding hope.
How to Manage Diabetes During the Philippine Holiday Season
Health experts share mindful eating and lifestyle strategies for Filipinos with diabetes to enjoy Christmas and New Year celebrations while maintaining stable blood sugar levels.
DA, SRA Extend Sugar Import Moratorium, Launch Buffer Stock
The Philippines extends its sugar import ban to protect local farmers, launches a 400,000-ton buffer stock program, and sets a 100,000-ton US export quota. Read the latest market-stabilizing measures.
Cebu Launches 2026 Summit to Attract Global Investors
Cebu Province launches the Cebu International Investments Summit 2026 to pivot towards heavy industry and tech. The event targets 250 global investors. Read more about Cebu's economic transformation.
Rice Crisis Threatens National Food Sovereignty
Experts warn the rice crisis, fueled by low farmgate prices and high imports, threatens national sovereignty. A 5-point plan calls for urgent reform to save Filipino farmers and ensure food security. #FoodSovereignty #SaveFarmers
Cebu's Holiday Traffic Nightmare Sparks Policy Debate
Cebu's traffic grinds to a halt, with vehicles crawling 500 meters per hour. Experts blame policy failures and question the CBRT's effectiveness. Could bicycles be the simple solution?
Married Cousins' Secret Affair: A Cebuano's Dilemma
A 40-year-old married man from Cebu confesses a secret relationship with his male cousin. Noy Kulas advises on navigating hidden bisexuality and family loyalty. Read his guidance.
18 Philippine Showbiz Icons Passed Away in 2025
The Philippine entertainment industry faced a year of profound loss in 2025, saying goodbye to 18 beloved icons from film, music, and television. Remember their legacies.
Bacolod Mayor Calls for PrimeWater Service Improvement
Bacolod Mayor Greg Gasataya urges PrimeWater to improve services as new ownership takes over. The city faces water supply threats due to unpaid bills. Read the latest updates.
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