MCWD Officials Face Ombudsman Probe Over Corruption
An anonymous employee accuses MCWD top brass of corruption, favoritism, and fund misuse. The Ombudsman-Visayas orders GM Edgar Donoso to submit counter-affidavits. Read the full story.
An anonymous employee accuses MCWD top brass of corruption, favoritism, and fund misuse. The Ombudsman-Visayas orders GM Edgar Donoso to submit counter-affidavits. 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.
Piolo Pascual and Enrique Gil headline the 2025 MMFF action-drama 'Manila's Finest,' directed by Raymond Red. The film opens in cinemas nationwide on December 25.
Cebu is set to keep its crown as the Philippines' most active office hub outside Manila in 2026, but a looming supply drought could slow deals. Colliers report details the outlook.
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 City's Office of the City Building Official (OCBO) mandates subdivision developers to provide essential documents for building permits. Failure to comply causes delays for unit owners. Learn about the required papers and developer obligations.
Bacolod City's veterinary chief faces a show-cause order after P2.4 million worth of ASF test kits expired. Mayor Gasataya demands an explanation for the alleged gross neglect of duty.
Ayala Land Inc. soft-opens its second CityFlats co-living property in Cebu Business Park, offering 392 furnished rooms. The move responds to strong demand from young professionals seeking to escape traffic and high rents. Read more.
Philippine Producer Price Index growth eased to 0.3% in October 2025, pulled down by electronics and food. Discover the key drivers and what it means for inflation.
Cebu Province lights its Capitol Christmas tree but cancels the grand party to focus resources on earthquake and typhoon recovery. Governor Baricuatro calls for a meaningful, united holiday season.
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.
A significant price decrease for diesel and kerosene hits the Philippines on Dec 2. Gasoline sees a slight increase. Learn the causes and impact on your budget.
The Metro Cebu Collegiate Basketball League (MCCBL) kicks off its inaugural season on December 6, 2025. Six schools will compete in this new platform for student-athletes outside Cesafi. Don't miss the action!
Cebu City families criticize DTI's P500 Noche Buena budget as insufficient amid rising prices. Mothers call the recommendation an insult to poor families struggling with holiday expenses.
BSP forecasts Cebu's November 2025 inflation between 1.1% and 1.9%. Discover the factors behind this economic trend and its implications for consumers.
Cebu City residents criticize the DTI's P500 Noche Buena budget as insufficient for a traditional Christmas meal amid rising prices. Learn why families are calling the proposal 'insulting'.
The Department of Agriculture imposes a maximum retail price on imported red onions starting December 1 to combat profiteering. Consumers urged to report overpricing.
The Metro Stores in Cebu City launched its holiday season with a grand Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony, featuring carols, a 'Box of Wishes', and raffle draws. Experience the festive spirit!
Metro Cebu implements e-bike and e-trike ban on national roads starting December 1, 2025. Local governments enforce regulations affecting drivers' livelihoods. Learn the new rules.
The Department of Transportation implements nationwide ban on electric bikes and tricycles from major roads starting December 1, 2025. Learn how this affects traffic flow and public safety.
Philippines economy expects year-end growth boost from holiday spending and remittances despite Q3 slowdown. Cebu leads provincial office market with 52% of deals.
The Department of Agriculture investigates the slow pace of red onion imports as retail prices hit ₱330/kg. Officials threaten to reallocate permits to ensure holiday supply.
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.
Environmental planner questions why watershed protection measures weren't implemented during architect Espina's tenure as Cebu City planning coordinator. Read the full analysis.
The Real Estate Construct & Furnishing Expo at SMX Clark displayed P500M in housing, boosting workforce stability and investor interest in Central Luzon.
The Philippines extends its molasses import suspension until March 2026. The move aims to stabilize local prices and support farmers and millers. Learn more about the impact.
The 'Bohol is Gold' social media storm reveals tourism pricing realities across the Philippines. Discover why prices are rising everywhere and the political motives behind the controversy. Learn how to navigate tourist pricing wisely.
Cebu Provincial Board Member Celestino Martinez III calls for urgent creation of updated master plan to address disaster recovery and development pressures. Learn about the critical timeline.
Typhoon Tino's devastation in Cebu Province reaches 96 fatalities and 43 missing. Relief operations and infrastructure restoration are underway. Support the victims now.
Former Cebu City Planning chief Architect Joseph Michael Espina outlines three crucial strategies from JICA's master plan to address flooding and enable sustainable development in Metro Cebu through watershed-focused planning.