Diesel, Kerosene Prices Up PHP0.60/L on Tuesday
Oil companies announce a PHP0.60 per liter increase for diesel and kerosene starting Dec. 30, reversing last week's rollback. Gasoline prices remain unchanged. Learn the reasons behind the hike.
Oil companies announce a PHP0.60 per liter increase for diesel and kerosene starting Dec. 30, reversing last week's rollback. Gasoline prices remain unchanged. Learn the reasons behind the hike.
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.
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.
SSS plans overseas expansion to Madrid, San Francisco, Macau, a second pension hike in Sept 2026, and extended emergency loans. Read about the 2026 reforms.
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.
The DMW says 3,000 job orders now meet the new $500 minimum wage for Filipino domestic workers, with Malaysia and Hong Kong leading adoption. Read the latest updates.
Domestic workers in BARMM will see their minimum monthly wage rise to P5,500 starting January 2026. Learn about the new wage order and its coverage.
Cebu consumer group Cera calls for a freeze on utility rate increases and uninterrupted power this Christmas, as rising costs push households to the brink. Read their urgent appeal.
Philippines DOH reports a 29% rise in measles cases for 2025, with over 4,800 infections. A nationwide Measles-Rubella vaccination campaign targets children starting January 2026. Learn how to protect your family.
A new nationwide survey reveals the top policy priorities for Filipinos. Discover what issues matter most across different political groups and what the government should focus on.
Cebu Governor Pamela Baricuatro questions the value of being the richest province if assets aren't felt by citizens. COA's 2024 report shows Cebu leads with P339 billion in assets.
The number of Overseas Filipino Workers climbed to 2.19 million in 2024. Discover key trends on destinations, demographics, and the P262.2 billion in remittances sent home.
Cebu Governor Pamela Baricuatro attributes the province's top wealth ranking to including land valuations in assets, highlighting unused high-value properties. Learn the details from the COA 2024 report.
Private sector and domestic workers in Zamboanga Peninsula and Mimaropa will see higher pay starting January 2026. Get the details on the new minimum wage rates.
Cebu faces a sharp rice price hike due to supply shortages from delayed imports, typhoons, and bulk government purchases. Learn the causes and current costs.
State auditors found Talisay City Government charged ineligible expenses like a traffic command center and salary differentials to its disaster risk reduction fund in 2023-2024. Read the full report.
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.
The Commission on Audit uncovers P6.8M in questionable foreign travel expenses by Cebu Provincial Government in 2024, including excess baggage fees for a non-participant. Read the full report.
Miss Universe Philippines 2024 Chelsea Manalo shares a sweet coffee date with boyfriend Cole Micek in New York. See the cozy photos and get the details on their relationship.
Cebu's economy is projected to grow 6.5-7.5% in 2024, driven by construction, tourism, and BPO. Learn the key drivers and challenges in our detailed outlook.
Oil firms announced a major P2.90/liter diesel rollback and a P3.20/liter kerosene cut on Dec 1, while gasoline increased slightly. Get the latest on fuel price trends and the global factors driving the changes.
Seaoil announces mixed fuel price adjustments for Tuesday, Dec. 2. Gasoline increases by PHP0.20/L, while diesel and kerosene see significant rollbacks. Get the latest updates.
Progressive groups marched in Central Visayas demanding wage hikes, farmer subsidies, and anti-corruption measures. Join the conversation about social justice.
DOH provided free HIV services to 2,500 people at Quezon Memorial Circle as new infections surge 550% since 2010. Learn about prevention efforts and alarming statistics.
Davao City emerges as top 5 fastest-growing highly urbanized city with 7.9% growth, contributing ₱574.72B to national GDP. Discover Davao's economic surge.
Private sector workers in Eastern Visayas get a PHP35 daily wage increase. The hike starts with PHP17, effective 15 days after publication, and PHP18 from June 1, 2026. Kasambahay pay also rises.
Oil prices expected to increase by PHP0.80-PHP1 per liter for diesel and PHP0.10 for gasoline next week due to supply disruptions. Learn how this affects Filipino consumers.
Senator Raffy Tulfo files a bill for a P36,000 entry-level BPO wage, automatic work suspension during calamities, and immediate regularization. Read the full story.
ACT-Davao Region teachers demand release of 2023 PBB through photo protest. Financial struggles intensify as government delays bonus payments earned through hard work.
Major oil companies announce P1.20 per liter price increase for gasoline and diesel starting November 18. Learn how this affects your budget and driving costs.