Cebu Residents Protest DTI's P500 Christmas Meal Budget
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.
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.
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 Philippine government allocates ₱26 billion for DepEd's school feeding program in 2026. This investigation examines transparency, effectiveness, and whether this massive investment truly addresses child malnutrition.
Cebu Board Member Celestino Martinez clarifies his questions about P25M sea ambulances, emphasizing budget oversight role amid online reactions to Governor Baricuatro's comments.
Cebu Governor Pamela Baricuatro clarifies the sea ambulance is a prototype, not yet purchased. Awaiting presidential clearance for P50M procurement to aid island communities.
A historic PHP1.38 trillion budget is proposed for the Philippine education sector in 2026, signaling a major commitment to national development through learning. Discover the plans for recovery and reform.
DBM guarantees timely release of PHP113 billion PhilHealth subsidy in 2026 budget, doubling government support for universal healthcare. Learn how this impacts Filipino health coverage.
The P11.9-billion 2026 provincial budget clears committee review but faces tight December 31 deadline after late submission. Learn about the implications and next steps.
Corporate foundations in Metro Manila & Cebu are restructuring operations & budgets to respond to consecutive disasters. Learn how they're tackling relief efforts.
The 2026 national budget allocates PHP67B for free higher education, benefiting 5.7M students in SUCs and LUCs. Discover how this investment shapes the future of Filipino youth.
DTI Region 11 launches 2025 Noche Buena Price Guide with 256 products. Price increases minimal at 0.22%-5.71%. Download now to maximize your holiday budget!
Senator Bam Aquino hails the historic P1.038 trillion education budget, the highest in Philippine history, funding classrooms, free college, and feeding programs. Stand for education, not corruption!
Cebu City Council reduces 2026 budget to P13.3B, citing unclear hiring plans and questionable manpower requests. Mayor Archival's fiscal policy drives cuts while key programs receive boosts.
Philippines Senate swiftly approves ₱889.236M OVP budget for 2026, raising transparency concerns despite improved government coordination. Read the full analysis.
Cebu provincial officials reveal sea ambulance used in medical missions was borrowed, not purchased. Budget deliberations uncover procurement process still pending. Read the full story.
Cebu City Council trims 2026 budget to P13.3B, citing unclear manpower requests and procurement plans. Essential services like police and health get boosts. Learn more.
Philippines Senate approves P889.236 million budget for Office of the Vice President for 2026, a 20% increase from 2025. No confidential funds allocated. Read full details.
Senator Marcoleta and former rep Zaldy Co reveal budget insertions scandal at INC rally. Comelec investigates campaign spending. Demand for genuine transparency grows.
House Majority Leader Sandro Marcos welcomes ICI investigation after Zaldy Co's P50-billion budget insertion allegations. Read the latest developments in this ongoing political controversy.
Cebu City Mayor Nestor Archival aims to shorten Sinulog 2026 festivities, limiting participants to 35 groups and reviewing P100M budget after Typhoon Tino. Learn about the changes.
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.
Malacañang casts doubt on former Ako Bicol Rep. Zaldy Co's video allegations against President Marcos and Martin Romualdez. The Palace urges Co to return and face formal proceedings. Public reaction remains divided amid corruption claims.
Senator Gatchalian reveals P8.6 billion infrastructure fund for state universities to accommodate more qualified students. Learn how this addresses education capacity issues.
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.
Lapu-Lapu City College explains honoraria delay was due to holidays, not budget issues. P64.3M allocation confirmed. Payment scheduled for Monday. Read the full story.
Lapu-Lapu City College faces scrutiny as part-time teachers experience honoraria delays despite P64.3M annual budget. Councilor Cuizon vows accountability and transparency.
Sultan Kudarat Governor clarifies Kalimudan Festival operated on P10M budget with sponsor support. Record 1.2M attendees celebrated cultural heritage.
Davao City Police is deploying over 16,000 personnel for Pasko Fiesta security. Discover how the city ensures a safe holiday season with this massive operation.
Cebu City Council halts P12.5-million lease for Mayor of the Night program over legal concerns. Learn about the budget dispute and what's next for nighttime government services.