17 Contingents Set for Sinulog sa Dakbayan 2026
Seventeen groups from Cebu City barangays and schools will compete in the Sinulog sa Dakbayan 2026 on January 10. Tickets are P200. Support your favorite contingent!
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Cebu Business Permit Deadline Extended to Jan. 30
Cebu City Council grants extension for business permit renewals until Jan. 30, 2026, waiving penalties. Relief for taxpayers amid heavy crowds. Get details here.
500+ Police Secure Cebu's Walk with Jesus Procession
Cebu City Police deploy 500+ personnel for the Walk with Jesus procession to Basilica del Santo Niño. Get safety tips and full event details here.
Sinulog Vendors Face Permit Hurdles During Peak Season
As Sinulog 2026 draws crowds to Cebu's Basilica, candle vendors report permit requirements are hurting their income. Read how regulations impact small businesses during the peak religious festival.
Health Alert for Millions at Black Nazarene Feast in Manila
The DOH urges safety for millions at the Feast of the Black Nazarene. Code White Alert raised with 20 medical stations. Read essential health tips for devotees.
Mandaue Police Dry Run for Traslacion 2026
Mandaue City Police held a simulation for the Jan 15-16 Traslacion. Over 1,050 personnel will secure the Sto. Niño procession. Read the full security plan.
Sinulog sa Dakbayan 2026: 17 Contingents Announced
Cebu City announces 17 official barangay and school contingents for Sinulog sa Dakbayan 2026 on January 10. Tickets at P200. Join the cultural celebration!
Cebu Proposes No-Fly Zones for Sinulog Festival Security
Cebu City requests temporary no-fly zones for Sinulog 2026's major events. Authorities aim to enhance safety for the massive crowds expected during the religious processions and grand parade.
Cebu City Traffic Reroutes for Sinulog 2026 Novena Masses
Cebu City Transportation Office details temporary road closures and one-way traffic schemes from Jan 8-18, 2026, for Sinulog Novena. Plan your route now!
Lapu-Lapu City Changes Fiesta Señor 2026 Traslacion Schedule
Lapu-Lapu City announces new schedule for the 461st Fiesta Señor Traslacion on Jan 16-17, 2026, with extended visitation and major road closures. Plan your trip early.
PNP Deploys Strategic Security for Sinulog 2026
Acting PNP chief Nartatez details coordinated security plans for Cebu's Sinulog Festival and Feast of Señor Santo Niño. Police are on heightened alert to ensure a peaceful celebration.
Cebu Special Session for 2026 Budget Final Reading
The Cebu Provincial Board schedules a special session on Jan. 7 for the third reading of the 2026 budget. Learn about the timeline and what a reenacted budget means for the province.
Davao City Council Approves New Investment Code
Davao City Council passes amendments to its 31-year-old Investment Code, expanding tax breaks for MSMEs and defining Priority Investment Areas to attract modern businesses. Learn about the new incentives.
200 DOH medics deployed for Nazareno 2026 procession
The Department of Health prepares for the Feast of the Black Nazarene, deploying 200 emergency personnel and raising a Code White Alert in key Luzon regions. Read more.
Mandaue City Staggers Business Tax Increase to 5% in 2026
Mandaue City Government phases in a 10% business tax adjustment, applying 5% in 2026 to aid recovery from recent calamities. Learn how this affects local enterprises.
Mandaue City Staggers Business Tax Increase for 2026
Mandaue City implements only a 5% business tax increase in 2026, deferring the full hike to 2027 to help firms recover from recent disasters. Learn how this decision affects local commerce.
Mandaue City Enacts Phased Business Tax Increase
Mandaue City starts a 5% business tax increase in 2026, with another 5% in 2027. Officials cite legal mandate and aim to balance revenue needs with business relief. Learn how this affects local enterprises.
Office Romance Dilemma: Widower Seeks Advice on Age-Gap Relationship
A 45-year-old widower is torn after a 23-year-old female colleague confesses her feelings. An advice columnist weighs in on the legal and emotional complexities of their potential relationship. Read the full story.
3 Fishermen Arrested, P865K Gear Seized in Zamboanga
Maritime police in Zamboanga City arrested three fishermen and confiscated illegal fishing equipment worth P865,500. The operations signal a crackdown on violations of the Fisheries Code. Read more.
Satellite Gov't Office Proposed for Cebu Upland Barangays
Cebu City Councilor Pastor Alcover Jr. proposes a satellite government office in the uplands to bring vital services closer to residents, reducing travel burdens and costs.
P123K Shabu Seized, Suspect Arrested in Lanao del Norte
Police in Lanao del Norte arrested a suspect and confiscated P123,080 worth of shabu in Linamon. The operation highlights the ongoing fight against illegal drugs in the region. Report suspicious activities to authorities.
SC Clarifies Legal Term for Rape, Drops 'Simple'
The Supreme Court clarifies the correct legal term for rape under the Revised Penal Code, emphasizing its severity as a crime against persons. Read the full decision.
Misa de Gallo Dawn Masses Draw Devotees in Cebu
Catholic devotees in Cebu flocked to dawn Masses for the Misa de Gallo on Dec 21. The tradition, held at churches and Carbon Market, blends faith, community, and bibingka treats.
Cebu Faithful Brave Dawn for Misa de Gallo Tradition
Thousands of Catholic devotees in Cebu attended the traditional Misa de Gallo dawn masses, a vibrant display of faith and Filipino culture ahead of Christmas. Read more about the celebrations.
Cebu Faithful Attend Misa de Gallo at Dawn
Thousands of Catholic faithful in Cebu gathered before sunrise for Misa de Gallo, filling churches and spilling outside. The tradition continues at Carbon Market for workers. Read more.
Cebu's Christmas 2025: Tradition Meets Simple Celebration
Explore the vibrant Pasko sa Sugbo 2025, from Misa de Gallo to Noche Buena feasts. Discover how Cebuanos blend faith, food, and family joy despite past hardships. Read more about this unique celebration.
Sandro Muhlach Sets World Record at Macau Tower
Sandro Muhlach, son of actor Niño Muhlach, is now a Guinness World Record holder after a thrilling 763-foot bungee jump from Macau Tower. Read his incredible story!
Lapu-Lapu City Hall Fire Safety Deadline
The Lapu-Lapu City Hall must comply with fire safety requirements within 15 days after BFP inspection found deficiencies. Mayor pledges cooperation. Read the full report.
Mandaue Updates Investment Code to Attract Jobs, Investors
Mandaue City is overhauling its investment code to boost competitiveness & attract jobs in EVs, data centers & manufacturing. Local chamber leads reforms amid national uncertainty.
Zero Crime in Cebu's First Misa de Gallo with 600 Police
Cebu City recorded no crime during the first Misa de Gallo at dawn on December 16, 2025, thanks to a massive police deployment. Read how authorities ensured a peaceful start to the Simbang Gabi.
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