Senators Sound Alarm on Agri Smuggling Syndicates
Philippine senators warn that organized agricultural smuggling, involving foreign groups and dummy firms, is undermining food security and national stability. Urgent reforms are demanded.
Philippine senators warn that organized agricultural smuggling, involving foreign groups and dummy firms, is undermining food security and national stability. Urgent reforms are demanded.
Bayan Central Visayas criticizes Cebu lawmakers for securing P55.77B in DPWH funds, arguing it neglects hospitals, housing, and education. Read the full investigation.
Cebu City Council greenlights a P13.4 billion budget for 2026, prioritizing streamlined spending and manpower rationalization. Key allocations and amendments detailed.
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 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.
Agriculture Secretary Francisco Tiu Laurel Jr. exposes former Rep. Zaldy Co's alleged attempts to manipulate sugar, rice, and fish imports. Read the shocking details of corruption allegations.
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.
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 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.
White House eliminates punitive tariffs on Brazilian agricultural products including coffee, beef, and fruits. Move aims to ease inflation as 63% of voters disapprove of tariff policy. Full details.
Sultan Kudarat Governor clarifies Kalimudan Festival operated on P10M budget with sponsor support. Record 1.2M attendees celebrated cultural heritage.
New research reveals Philippines rice production stagnant since 2017 with 18% consumption gap. Regional disparities show path forward for food security.
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.
Discover Mactang Beach in Poro, Camotes - a free public shoreline with historical significance dating back to Magellan's 1521 visit. Perfect for budget travelers seeking untouched beauty.
Davao Rep. Paolo Duterte calls for congressional investigation into alleged ₱100B budget insertions involving President Marcos and ex-Speaker Romualdez. Read the latest developments.
Philippine exporters welcome US tariff exemptions for coconut oil and other agricultural products, a move set to boost competitiveness and benefit local farmers. #PhilippineExports
Former Executive Secretary Lucas Bersamin denies resigning amid flood control corruption allegations involving P100B budget insertions. Get the full story on this political scandal.
Former Executive Secretary Lucas Bersamin denies resigning amid flood control corruption allegations involving P100B budget insertions. Get the full story on this political scandal.
Senator Lacson reveals P100B budget insertions in 2025 GAA, clears President Marcos of involvement. Two officials accused of misrepresentation. Read the full investigation details.
Guiguinto, Bulacan launches the Philippines' first LGU-owned tissue culture lab for ornamental plants, boosting local agriculture and scientific innovation. Discover how this project transforms the Garden Capital.
Davao Rep. Isidro Ungab questions why Zaldy Co's credibility is doubted now after 3 years as Appropriations Chair. Co alleges ₱25B Marcos kickbacks. Palace denies claims.
Bantayan Municipal Council overrides mayor's veto to realign P39 million for barangay projects. Discover how this empowers local communities in Cebu.
Executive Secretary Lucas Bersamin and Budget Secretary Amenah Pangandaman resign. President Marcos appoints new officials amid a P100 billion flood control anomaly probe.
Senator Sherwin Gatchalian challenges former Rep. Zaldy Co's PHP100-billion budget insertion allegations, citing inconsistencies with standard budget procedures and presidential practices.