A 10-year-old boy was injured in Bago City after a Santa hat containing firecracker powder exploded. Separately, a fire in Kabankalan City destroyed 9 houses, displacing 91 people. Read the latest updates.
Cebu City Mayor Nestor Archival announces the Cebu City Medical Center construction will resume in January 2026 after a six-month audit revealed P400M in structural defects. The city aims for partial operations by late 2026.
Sen. Bam Aquino leads the latest PUBLiCUS Asia survey. Discover his plans for education reform and government transparency as he eyes 2026 priorities.
Cebu City Mayor Nestor Archival announces the Cebu City Medical Center construction will resume in January 2026, targeting completion by October. The city also plans PhilHealth expansion to ensure the hospital's financial sustainability.
After a six-month audit, Cebu City's long-delayed medical center construction will restart in January 2025, aiming for partial use by November. Mayor Archival vows to complete this vital public health project.
The DOH reports two fatalities and 263 road crash injuries from Dec 21-26. Most victims were on motorcycles without helmets. Stay safe this holiday season.
DOH reports 263 road crash cases from Dec 21-26, 2025, mostly involving motorcycles. Officials urge safety as holiday travel peaks. Read for vital road safety reminders.
A 12-year-old boy drowned in the Butuanon River in Mandaue City. His father demands an investigation as friends initially hid the truth. Read the full story.
Two separate road accidents in Cebu City's Labangon and Basak Pardo injured several individuals in the early hours of December 23, 2025. Read the full report on the collisions involving motorcycles and a taxi.
A 19-year-old Grade 9 student died in a tragic motorcycle accident in Badian, Cebu. The crash occurred early Saturday after a night out. Read the full investigation details.
A 69-year-old farmer was found dead in a Catmon, Cebu canal. Police suspect a fall due to severe intoxication. The victim's family is urged to seek an autopsy.
DPWH Secretary Vince Dizon commits to replicating successful rapid, cost-effective, and high-quality infrastructure builds in 2026, citing recent projects as proof of concept.
Sally Santos, owner of SYMS Construction, returns PHP 15 million as partial restitution in a DOJ investigation into anomalous flood control projects. Details on the MOA and the legislative inquiry revelations.
Philippine construction activity fell sharply in October 2025, with residential projects down 27.4%. Get the full data and analysis on the sector's slowdown here.
The P14.6 million skywalk in Barangay Ibo, Lapu-Lapu City, misses another completion target. The contractor now promises to finish the project this December 2025.
The PNP recovers former DPWH Undersecretary Maria Catalina Cabral from a 30-meter ravine. No foul play is indicated, but the probe ties into the flood control project investigation. Read the latest updates.
NUSTAR Resort Cebu ushers in Christmas with its 'Pearl of the Holiday Season' tree lighting. The event featured charity, festive dining, and a grand New Year's countdown. Book your holiday experience now!
NBI serves arrest warrant on Sarah Discaya, owner of St. Timothy Construction, linked to a P96.5 million ghost flood control project in Davao Occidental. Read the full story on the high-profile corruption case.
Former DPWH Undersecretary Maria Catalina Cabral was found dead after her vehicle plunged into a ravine on Kennon Road. Authorities are investigating the incident. Read the full report.
An 18-year-old man died in a tragic road accident in Borbon, Cebu. The victim was driving drunk, without a license or helmet. Read the full investigation details.
SFELAPCO renews call for safety compliance after fatal electrocution incidents near power lines in San Fernando. Contractors and homeowners urged to coordinate with the utility firm.
The delayed San Miguel Bridge in San Simon is now targeted for a July 2026 opening. Acting Mayor Anne Canlas and DPWH officials inspected the site to ensure the revised timeline is met.
DPWH Sec. Vince Dizon commits to proper project implementation despite a P351.7B budget cut. Savings from cost standardization realigned to PhilHealth, disaster fund. Read more.
A Maxim delivery rider was killed after being hit by a Ford Ranger that counterflowed on MJ Cuenco Avenue in Cebu City. The driver faces reckless driving charges.
A 19-year-old man died in Barili, Cebu after his speeding motorcycle hit a lamp post. The victim was not wearing a helmet and had no driver's license. Read the full investigation details.
A police officer narrowly escaped serious injury after his car was swept off the Transcentral Highway by a landslide and water surge. The incident highlights the road's danger during heavy rain.
A 10-wheeler wing van carrying snacks plunged into a ravine in Oslob, Cebu. The driver miraculously survived after the vehicle got snagged on trees. Read the full report on the dramatic rescue and traffic aftermath.
A police officer sustained minor injuries after strong floodwaters swept his vehicle off the Transcentral Highway in Balamban, Cebu. Get the full details on the incident.
Three individuals were injured in a South Road Properties accident after a van's drainage hose caused a motorcycle to slide. The incident occurred on December 4, 2025. Read the full report.
Ombudsman files graft, malversation charges vs DPWH officials, contractor for non-existent P96.5M Davao Occidental flood control. President Marcos orders arrest. Read the full story.