PRO-7 Arrests 4,000 in Illegal Gambling Crackdown
Police in Central Visayas arrest nearly 4,000 individuals in a major illegal gambling operation from Jan-Nov 2025, seizing over P578,000. Community urged to report activities.
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PRO 7 Arrests 4,000 in Illegal Gambling Operations
Police in Central Visayas arrested nearly 4,000 individuals in illegal gambling stings from January to November 2025. Brig. Gen. Maranan vows to continue the crackdown. Read the full report.
Indian Arrested in Cebu for Opium Sales, P163M Found
PDEG 7 arrests an Indian national in Cebu City for allegedly selling opium from his store. Authorities confiscate P163 million in cash and illegal drugs worth P208,000. Read the full story.
Indian National Arrested in Cebu for Opium Possession
PNP Drug Enforcement Group 7 arrests Lalith Chellaram Sangwani, seizing 320 grams of suspected opium from his mini mart. Read the full details of the operation.
US-ASEAN Council Pushes for Circular Economy in Southeast Asia
The US-ASEAN Business Council is leading a push for practical Extended Producer Responsibility systems to transform packaging waste management across Southeast Asia. Learn how this collaborative effort aims to build a sustainable future.
22 Swertres Ushers Arrested in Cebu Police Operations
Cebu police arrested 22 illegal gambling ushers in November operations across multiple towns. Confiscated gambling materials and charges under RA 9287 await the suspects. Read the full story.
Ex-Japayuki Nabbed with P3M Shabu in Cebu
A 49-year-old former entertainer in Japan was arrested in Cebu City with P3 million worth of shabu. Read her heartbreaking story of poverty-driven desperation.
Major Contraband Bust at Cebu Provincial Jail
Authorities seized 104 cellphones and weapons in a surprise raid at CPDRC. The operation aims to stop illegal drug activities coordinated from inside the jail. Read more.
PWS Cebu 24/7 Operations During Typhoon Tino
Prime Waste Solutions Cebu kept Binaliw facility running 24/7 during typhoon, aiding 2,700 families with essential supplies and water rationing in affected communities.
PRO 7 Nets P10.2M Drugs in Holiday Security Drive
Police Regional Office 7 confiscated P10.2 million worth of illegal drugs and arrested 213 suspects during November 16-22 operations. Read about their holiday security crackdown.
Cebu City Garbage Crisis Due to Bridge Damage
Cebu City faces waste disposal crisis as damaged Bacayan Bridge limits garbage trucks to one daily trip. Councilor Garganera urges immediate solutions and waste reduction.
Cebu's Garbage Crisis: Landfill Threat After 8 Years
Cebu City faces a growing waste management crisis as the Inayawan Landfill remains unrehabilitated despite a 2017 Supreme Court order. Councilor Joel Garganera urges immediate action for a sustainable solution.
Cebu Drug and Firearms Suspect Arrested in CIDG Operation
CIDG Lapu-Lapu City arrests Lyndon Cortes Canrillas in Mambaling buy-bust. Suspect linked to Corverq Group's drug and firearms trade. Weapons and suspected shabu seized during dawn operation.
Inayawan Landfill Rehabilitation Stalled by Ownership Review
Cebu City's Inayawan landfill rehabilitation faces delays due to ownership uncertainty. Learn how this legal limbo affects waste management and public health.
Cebu Police Launch Pier Transport Clearing Operation
Cebu City Police conducted a clearing operation against illegal transport practices at the pier, issuing 71 citation tickets and impounding one motorcycle. Read the full story.
Lapu-Lapu cop fails drug test for promotion
A Lapu-Lapu City police officer tested positive for illegal drugs during a mandatory screening for promotion. This marks the fourth such case since December 2024. Discover the details and the police force's internal cleansing efforts.
Police Officer Tests Positive for Drugs in Lapu-Lapu
A Lapu-Lapu City police officer seeking promotion tested positive for illegal drugs during mandatory screening. The officer admitted to drug use and faces administrative charges. Read more about this developing story.
23 Chinese Pogo Workers Deported from Philippines
Philippines deports 23 Chinese nationals involved in illegal Pogo operations and cyber fraud. New Anti-Pogo Law strengthens government crackdown on criminal syndicates.
Ex-Teacher Arrested in Cebu with P1.36M Shabu
Former public school teacher arrested in Cebu City anti-drug operations. Police confiscate 200 grams of shabu valued at over P1.36 million. Read the full report.
Cebu City Waste Crisis: Health Emergency Looms
Cebu City faces a public health emergency as garbage piles up despite government clean-up efforts. Councilor Garganera warns of irreversible damage without immediate waste management reforms.
3 Commercial Fishing Vessels Apprehended in Davao
BFAR-Davao, with the Philippine Coast Guard, seized three commercial fishing vessels in Davao Gulf for violating the Amended Fisheries Code. Learn how authorities are protecting marine resources.
Cebu City Acts Against Port Dispatchers and Ticket Scams
Cebu City Mayor Nestor Archival orders strict measures to combat port dispatcher harassment and illegal ticket sales. Police presence increases to protect passengers.
6 Zamboanga IAs Complete Composting Facility Training
Six irrigators associations in Zamboanga del Norte completed 3-day composting training to advance sustainable agriculture. Learn how this boosts soil health and reduces costs.
10 Drug Suspects Arrested, 221g Shabu Seized in Iloilo
Western Visayas police nab 10 drug personalities and confiscate 221.74 grams of shabu in Estancia buy-bust operation. Support the fight against illegal drugs.
Cebu's P5-B Waste-to-Energy Project Withdrawn
Environmental advocates celebrate as New Sky Energy withdraws from Cebu City's controversial waste-to-energy project. Discover the sustainable alternatives proposed for the city's 600-ton daily garbage problem.
P421K Shabu Seized, 2 Arrested in Lanao del Sur
Police in Lanao del Sur arrested two drug suspects and confiscated P421,600 worth of shabu in a successful buy-bust operation. Support the fight against illegal drugs.
PNP Warns Against Illegal Police Uniform Sales
Philippine National Police acts against unauthorized police uniform sales to protect agency integrity. Learn how this affects public safety and trust.
Illegal Land Development Threatens Cebu's Protected Forests
Mountain bikers uncover rampant illegal construction in Central Cebu's protected landscape, raising flood risks. DENR's oversight is questioned as communities suffer from Typhoon Tino's devastation. Demand accountability now.
Failed Cebu Projects: Dead Trees, Vanished Bike Lanes
Investigation into the failed Cebu BRT tree earth-balling and Metro Cebu Bike Lane, costing millions in public funds. Demand accountability for wasted taxpayer money.
First Large-Scale Waste-to-Energy Plant in Philippines
A P4-billion waste-to-energy facility in New Clark City will convert 600 tons of daily waste into 12 MW of clean electricity, powering over 10,000 homes and creating hundreds of jobs.
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