DOLE Secretary Laguesma mandates strict OSH compliance for pyrotechnics manufacturers and sellers ahead of New Year celebrations. Field personnel to coordinate with BFP, PNP, and LGUs for monitoring.
TOPS Cebu partners with BDO for a nostalgic 80s-themed New Year's Eve Grand Countdown Dinner Gala on Dec 31, 2025. Tickets at P2,500. Ring in 2026 with fireworks!
Ring in 2026 at Waterfront Cebu City Hotel & Casino with the Catwalk Countdown! Fashion, free-flowing drinks, and live entertainment. Packages from ₱7,288. Book now!
The DOH records 7 firecracker injuries from Dec 21-23, a 75% drop from 2024. The agency urges the public to use safe noisemakers and attend community displays.
DOLE clarifies holiday pay rates for employees working on Dec 24 & 25, 2025. Know your rights for special non-working day and regular holiday compensation.
Cebu's Provincial Board recommends major budget cuts for the PIO and Sugbo News, citing excessive overtime pay and insufficient public service justification. Details inside.
Zion Williamson leads New Orleans Pelicans to a 119-113 comeback victory over Dallas Mavericks, sealing their fifth consecutive win. Get the full NBA game highlights and scores.
The DOH records 7 firecracker injuries days before New Year 2026, a 75% drop from 2024. Officials urge the public to use safe noisemakers and attend community displays instead.
DOLE outlines pay rules for Dec 24 & 25, 2025. Workers get extra pay for Christmas Eve & Day. Know your rights this holiday season.
Masantol LGU strictly enforces a ban on loud motorcycle mufflers for New Year celebrations. Violators face fines up to ₱2,500. Mayor urges compliance for a safer, quieter community.
Celebrate the season with four new OPM songs from Yondi, Leon, and Sarvi, released by Star Music. Explore themes of longing, young love, and letting go. Stream now on YouTube and all platforms.
DOH logs 7 fireworks-related injuries ahead of New Year, a 75% decrease from 2023. Manila plans an extravagant display. Stay safe and know emergency numbers.
Bulacan officials and police push for pyrotechnics cooperatives to regulate vendors and ban illegal firecrackers for a safer 2026 New Year celebration. Learn about the safety drive.
Davao City Council greenlights ₱187.3M supplemental budget for year-end SRI and gratuity pay. Employees to receive up to ₱20,000 before New Year. Read the full details.
Hann Casino Resort in Clark unveils a major 12,208 sqm expansion, adding 584 slots and 34 tables. The new area features Aristocrat games and 24-hour dining. Read more.
DOLE mandates all private firms to submit their 13th month pay compliance report via the online portal by January 15, 2026. Ensure your business meets the deadline.
DOLE mandates private firms to submit their 13th month pay compliance report via the online portal by January 15, 2026. Ensure your business is compliant.
The PRC announces 79,696 new licensed teachers passed the 2025 LEPT. Registration for PRC IDs starts January 5, 2026. Read the full results and next steps here.
Scientists confirm Nepenthes megastoma, a new carnivorous plant species in Palawan. With under 50 mature plants, it's critically endangered by climate change and poaching. Learn about this unique find.
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!
BDO Life President Renato Vergel De Dios emphasizes life insurance as a crucial financial safety net for Filipino families. Learn why a 'Plan B' matters and how BDO Pay simplifies holiday spending.
Malacañang suspends work in government offices on Dec 29, 2025 & Jan 2, 2026 for New Year festivities. DBM also announces P5,000 PEI for qualified personnel. Get the full details.
Malacañang suspends work in government offices on Dec 29, 2025 & Jan 2, 2026, creating an extended New Year break. Frontline services remain operational. Check details now.
Malacañang suspends work in all government offices on December 29, 2025, and January 2, 2026, to give employees a longer New Year break. Read the official details.
Negros Occidental's provincial board greenlights P85 million in Service Recognition Incentive and gratuity pay for employees. Bacolod City also approves similar benefits, aiming for pre-Christmas release.
Ring in 2026 at Caja Kitchen Cebu with a special P799 buffet on Dec 31 & Jan 1. Enjoy festive lunch or dinner. Book now for a memorable New Year celebration!
The New York Knicks are the 2025 NBA Cup champions! Read how Jalen Brunson, OG Anunoby, and the team rallied to defeat the San Antonio Spurs and claim the trophy.
As Christmas 2025 nears, a call for reflection on our 2024 actions emerges from Lapu-Lapu City. Will you commit to positive change and healing? Read the full introspection.
The New York Knicks are champions again! They defeated the San Antonio Spurs 124-113 to win the 2025 NBA Cup in Las Vegas, ending a 52-year title drought. Read the full story of their historic victory.
The 26th Philippine International Hot Air Balloon Fiesta, the country's longest-running aviation sports event, soars into New Clark City from Feb 13-15, 2026. Witness the grandest edition yet!