MCWD Water Safety Plan Continues Despite DOH Certificate
Metropolitan Cebu Water District maintains water safety operations despite expired DOH certificate. Updated plan submitted with 89.42% acceptance rating. Learn about water safety measures.
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UN rushes $18M Gaza aid amid winter crisis
UN releases $18M for Gaza winter aid after heavy rains. Over 30 projects will provide food, shelter, and healthcare to Palestinians. Urgent action is needed.
Bacolod Teen Summit Addresses Adolescent Health Crisis
Bacolod City launches its first Teen Summit targeting adolescent health and teen pregnancy prevention. Learn how the city is empowering youth with education and safe spaces.
Metro Cebu Water Shortage Persists After Typhoon
Two weeks after Typhoon Tino devastated Cebu, water shortages continue to cripple households and businesses. MCWD reports major infrastructure damage delaying full restoration.
Cebu Water Crisis Persists After Typhoon Tino
Metro Cebu residents and businesses struggle with water shortages more than two weeks after Typhoon Tino. Learn how communities are coping and when restoration is expected.
The Problem with 'Hopefully' in Philippine Governance
Critics challenge Philippine leaders to replace empty promises with concrete action on disaster relief and housing. Citizens demand accountability over wishful thinking.
Cebu Flood Control Called 'Band-Aid' Solution
Soil and water expert William Granert warns that Cebu's flood control projects are temporary fixes failing to address root causes of environmental crisis. Learn why.
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.
Leptospirosis Cases Increase in Cebu After Floods
Cebu Province records 23 confirmed leptospirosis cases from November 1-14, 2025. Health officials warn residents exposed to floodwaters to seek immediate medical attention if symptoms appear.
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.
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.
Healthcare Reaches 2,500 in Davao Occidental Village
Over 2,500 residents in Davao Occidental's remote Barangay South Lamidan received free medical services during DOH-Davao's week-long health mission, advancing Universal Health Care access.
SPMC Trauma Center Praised for Excellence in DOH Inspection
Southern Philippines Medical Center's Trauma Institute earns high praise from DOH inspectors for its advanced systems and low mortality rates. Learn how their protocols save lives.
Farmers in Zamboanga Attend Mental Health Seminar
Farmers from two irrigators associations in Zamboanga City attended a mental health awareness seminar. Learn how this initiative strengthens community well-being.
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?
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 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.
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.
DOH Imposes Nationwide Medicine Price Freeze
The Department of Health imposes a 60-day price freeze on essential medicines across the Philippines to protect consumers from rising pharmaceutical costs during health emergencies.
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.
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.
DOH Raises Code Blue Alert Nationwide
The Department of Health declares Code Blue alert across all government hospitals in the Philippines as medical facilities prepare for potential mass casualty events and health emergencies.
DOH-7: No Antibiotic Self-Medication After Flooding
Health officials in Central Visayas warn against antibiotic misuse during flood cleanup, highlighting risks of antimicrobial resistance and proper treatment alternatives.
Davao Norte Youth Advance Mental Health Programs
Young leaders in Davao del Norte are pioneering innovative mental health programs and projects, creating a transformative impact on community wellness across the province.
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.
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