Officials: Damaged Arayat Dike Puts Thousands at Risk
Arayat Mayor and Pampanga Rep. appeal for urgent repairs to the cracked Cupang dike, a critical flood barrier protecting thousands of families. Swift action needed to prevent disaster.
Arayat Mayor and Pampanga Rep. appeal for urgent repairs to the cracked Cupang dike, a critical flood barrier protecting thousands of families. Swift action needed to prevent disaster.
MinDA Secretary Leo Magno confirms the P2.07-billion Maa-Magtuod Flyover is 84.3% complete and on track for a 2025 finish, aiming to drastically cut Metro Davao traffic congestion.
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.
RPMC urges DPWH 7 to proceed with dam feasibility studies after Typhoon Tino. Search for bodies under Cotcot Bridge halted by rain. Master plan update needed.
RDC 7 recommends updating Metro Cebu's 2017 flood control master plan and conducting feasibility studies for four new dams to combat severe flooding. Learn about the new nature-based solutions.
Davao Rep. Paolo Duterte welcomes an investigation into the city's flood control projects, denying any wrongdoing. He challenges critics to look at projects nationwide.
Ex-Public Works Secretary Rogelio 'Babes' Singson steps down from the ICI, citing health and security reasons. His resignation is effective December 15, 2025. Read the full story.
Senator Panfilo Lacson reveals over P180 billion likely lost to non-existent flood control projects. The Senate probe uncovers massive corruption involving contractors and officials. Read the full investigation details.
Ombudsman suspends 12 DPWH-Mimaropa officials for 6 months over alleged irregularities in a P289 million flood control project in Oriental Mindoro. Key figures face graft charges.
Bayan Central Visayas criticizes Cebu lawmakers for securing P55.77B in DPWH funds, arguing it neglects hospitals, housing, and education. Read the full investigation.
PhilHealth disburses a record P250.73 billion in medical claims from Jan-Oct 2025, an 83% jump. See how this impacts healthcare access for Filipinos.
Around 200 activists in Davao City joined the Trillion Peso March, demanding accountability for alleged corruption in flood control projects. The peaceful rally coincided with nationwide protests.
A decade after the Supreme Court banned PDAF, a P55.77 billion allocation for Cebu lawmakers via a secret 'BBM formula' raises fresh corruption and transparency concerns. Read the full investigation.
Eleven Cebu congressmen received P55.77 billion in discretionary public works funds from 2023-2025 under the DPWH's 'allocable' system, a PCIJ investigation reveals. Explore the breakdown and the controversy.
ACT-Davao supports nationwide sit-down strike, holding alternative classes on education neglect. 167,000 unsafe classrooms nationwide while ₱10B goes to confidential funds. Join the call for accountability!
Mayor Gica confirms the Dumanjug flood control wall collapse was due to Tropical Depression Verbena, not substandard construction. The project was above-standard, and the contractor will repair it.
Mayor Gungun Gica confirms the Dumanjug flood control wall collapse was caused by extreme weather, not poor construction. The contractor will perform free repairs. Read the full investigation details.
Former DPWH engineer Henry Alcantara returns P110M linked to flood control corruption, implicates senators & officials. Justice Secretary confirms more funds to be recovered. Read the full story.
Dismissed DPWH engineer Henry Alcantara returns P110M in corruption case, implicates senators and officials in flood control project anomalies. Read the full investigation details.
Philippines Senate swiftly approves ₱889.236M OVP budget for 2026, raising transparency concerns despite improved government coordination. Read the full analysis.
Central Visayas proposes a P1.873-trillion investment portfolio for 2026-2027, with facility construction leading and Bohol securing the majority of major project endorsements. Discover the regional funding priorities.
Learn how to secure college scholarships for your dependents in the Philippines. Essential tips and strategies for financial assistance in higher education.
Mayor Guntrano Gica launches investigation into collapsed dike in Barangay Kang-actol following Tropical Depression Verbena. DPWH confirms contractor will repair damage within one week.
Cebu Governor Pamela Baricuatro presents Central Visayas' top infrastructure and development projects, including the Metro-Cebu Expressway, for national funding approval. Learn about the region's strategic investments.
Tropical Depression Verbena triggers severe flooding in Bacolod City, displacing over 15,000 residents and destroying 53 homes. City officials and DPWH meet to address crisis.
President Marcos Jr. announces graft charges against 8 lawmakers over anomalous flood control projects. PHP12 billion in assets frozen as investigation expands.
Lapu-Lapu City College clarifies no delay in faculty honoraria, explains payroll timeline for 71 employees. P700,000 released within normal processing period.
The DPWH confirms the Bucana Bridge is 99.2% complete and on track for a December 2025 opening. Discover how this P3.126-billion project will transform Davao City's traffic and economy.
Cebu Provincial Board member Celestino Martinez urges reallocating P101M tourism budget to earthquake and flood rehabilitation. Critical funding debate continues this week.
Lapu-Lapu City College faces investigation for failing to release part-time teachers' honoraria despite receiving P64.3M budget. Education committee demands transparency and accountability.