Compostela Hostage Crisis: SWAT Rescues Family
A 33-year-old man held his partner and 7-year-old child hostage in Compostela due to jealousy and financial stress. SWAT teams successfully rescued the victims without injuries. Read the full story.
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San Fernando Suspends PrimeWater Permit, Returns Control
San Fernando Mayor Vilma Caluag suspends PrimeWater's permit, returning water operations to the City Water District. Read the full story and official statement.
Manila-Clark Railway Faces 3-Year Delay, Questions Mount
The Manila-Clark railway project remains unfinished after years of delays. Learn about the timeline challenges, historical setbacks, and traffic consequences affecting millions.
Bacolod Food Aid for Fisherfolk, PDLs After Typhoon
Bacolod City provides essential food assistance to 34 fisherfolk organizations and Persons Deprived of Liberty following Typhoon Tino. Discover how the community is recovering.
Cebu City Regulated Water Testing for MSMEs
Cebu City establishes government-run water testing services to reduce financial burden on small businesses. New ordinance creates city-operated laboratory for mandatory testing.
Cebu struggles with water, power after Typhoon Tino
Two weeks after Typhoon Tino, Cebu faces severe infrastructure damage. Lusaran Dam paralyzed, thousands lack water and electricity. Community assistance continues as recovery efforts intensify.
Cebu City Launches Public Water Testing Laboratory
Cebu City Hall creates government-run water testing lab to reduce P7,000 fees for MSMEs. New ordinance mandates regulated, transparent services for business permits.
Lazaro Named ASEAN Special Envoy for Myanmar
President Marcos appoints Foreign Affairs Secretary Ma. Theresa Lazaro as ASEAN Special Envoy on Myanmar. Learn how this move aims to champion peace in Southeast Asia.
Leadership During Typhoons: Presence Over Position
Recent absences of officials during typhoons spark debate on crisis leadership. True leadership means staying when disasters approach, not delegating responsibility.
Cebu Groups Demand 6 Actions for Flood Crisis
Cebu faces a worsening flood crisis after Typhoon Tino. Advocacy group MLC demands six immediate government actions, including no-build zones and watershed rehab. Will leaders act?
Bacolod Opens Free Co-Working Space After Typhoon
Bacolod City launches a free 24/7 co-working space with stable internet to help online professionals affected by Typhoon Tino power outages. Get back to work now!
Typhoon Tino damages 38 public schools in Bacolod
Typhoon Tino caused significant damage to 38 public schools in Bacolod City, affecting over 100 classrooms. Learn about the impact and recovery efforts underway.
Cebu Water Crisis: 70K Homes Dry After Typhoon
Over 70,000 Cebu households face water shortage after Typhoon Tino severely damaged Lusaran Dam and other key water sources. Officials race to restore supply amid logistical challenges.
Cebu Water Crisis: Typhoon Tino Damages Lusaran Dam
Cebu City prepares for water shortage after Typhoon Tino severely damaged Lusaran Dam, cutting 20 million liters from daily supply. Mayor Archival urges conservation as recovery continues.
Cebu water crisis affects 70,000 households post-typhoon
Typhoon Tino's devastation leaves 70,000 Cebu households without reliable water supply. MCWD races to restore damaged facilities while residents rely on deep wells and water rationing. Learn how the city is coping.
Cebu Water Crisis Continues After Typhoon Tino
Cebu residents face water shortages since Typhoon Tino hit on November 4. Advocacy group Cera demands power grid reforms to prevent utility emergencies across the province.
Bacolod's Power & Water Restoration Post-Typhoon Tino
Rep. Alfredo Benitez coordinates with NEPC and PrimeWater to restore electricity and water in Bacolod after Typhoon Tino. Full power expected by Sunday. #BacolodRecovery
Cebu Flood Crisis: Two Leaders With Different Solutions
Cebu faces worsening floods as city and provincial leaders propose separate solutions. Will unified action emerge to protect communities from future disasters?
Cebu Bridge Damage Threatens Garbage Collection System
Cebu City Mayor Nestor Archival warns of potential bridge collapse in Bacayan-Talamban, threatening daily garbage collection of 600 metric tons. Army and DPWH assistance requested for emergency repairs.
Bacolod Fire Marshal: Stop Open Burning Immediately
Bacolod City Fire Marshal urges residents to avoid open burning of debris as dry season increases fire risks. Learn about safer alternatives and fire prevention tips.
Asturias Flood Crisis: Clean Water Plea After Disaster
Severe flooding in Asturias, Cebu has submerged homes and schools, forcing residents and educators to urgently appeal for clean drinking water assistance.
Bacolod Fire: 22 Homes Destroyed in Early Morning Blaze
A devastating fire swept through Purok San Jose in Barangay 2, Bacolod City, destroying 22 homes and leaving families homeless. No casualties reported as investigation continues.
Mandaue Eyes State of Calamity Over Water Crisis
Mandaue City officials consider declaring a state of calamity as the prolonged dry spell and El Niño threaten water security, agriculture, and public health across Cebu communities.
Cebu Province: 108 Deaths, Cebu City 17 in Health Crisis
Health authorities report alarming mortality rates across Cebu Province with 108 deaths, including 17 in Cebu City, prompting urgent public health response.
FAA Cuts Flights 10% at 40 Airports in Shutdown Crisis
Massive flight reductions hit US airports as government shutdown cripples air traffic control operations, causing nationwide travel chaos and safety concerns.
Cebu Power Crisis: Lawmakers Demand Sustainable Solutions
Cebu faces escalating power outages prompting urgent calls for renewable energy investments and long-term infrastructure improvements from Philippine legislators.
Bacolod Declares State of Calamity Over Flooding
Bacolod City declares state of calamity after massive flooding displaces thousands and causes severe infrastructure damage. Learn about the emergency response and relief efforts.
Bacolod Extends Class Suspension Amid Flooding
Bacolod City continues class suspensions as heavy rains and flooding persist. Mayor Albee Benitez prioritizes student safety with extended measures across all education levels.
Davao Hotline Aids 2,000 in Mental Health Crisis
Discover how Davao City's Kean Gabriel Hotline has become a crucial mental health resource, assisting over 2,000 individuals with depression and emotional crises since its establishment in 2016.
24.8M Filipinos Functionally Illiterate - Education Crisis
ACT Philippines reveals alarming data showing millions of functionally illiterate Filipinos, threatening the nation's future workforce and economic development.
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