Cebu City OKs P13.4B Budget for 2026
Cebu City Council greenlights a P13.4 billion budget for 2026, prioritizing streamlined spending and manpower rationalization. Key allocations and amendments detailed.
Cebu City Council greenlights a P13.4 billion budget for 2026, prioritizing streamlined spending and manpower rationalization. Key allocations and amendments detailed.
Heavy rains flood Mactan elementary school, exposing 717 students. DepEd and city health officials monitor for leptospirosis, offer free prophylaxis. Read for safety details.
Malacañang remains optimistic about achieving the 5.5%-6.5% GDP target for 2025 despite hurdles. Palace urges Congress to fast-track the 2026 budget to avoid a reenacted spending plan. Read the latest updates.
Mandaue City's 2026 budget is approved, focusing on digitalization and flood control. Discover the key projects and the city's P4.5-billion collection target.
Cebu City reduces Sinulog 2026 budget from P100M to P78M, reallocating funds for Typhoon Tino rehab. 37 contingents confirmed for parade. Mayor Archival vows a successful, cost-effective festival.
Cebu City slashes its Sinulog 2026 budget to fund post-typhoon recovery. See how the festival will adapt with 37 confirmed contingents and a new focus.
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.
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.
Philippine public school teachers gain access to PHP20/kg rice through DepEd-DA partnership. Program expands to remote areas starting January 2026. Learn more.
The Department of Education has allocated P1 billion from its Quick Response Fund to repair Cebu schools damaged by the September 2025 earthquake. Learn how this funding will prioritize reconstruction efforts.
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.
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.
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.
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.
The Department of Education confirms school Christmas parties will proceed as scheduled, warning against fake social media posts spreading misinformation. Verify official sources.
The Department of Education denies false social media posts about cancelling Christmas parties in public schools. Learn the facts and how to spot fake news.
Cebu Provincial Board member Celestino Martinez urges reallocating P101M tourism budget to earthquake and flood rehabilitation. Critical funding debate continues this week.
Over 1,451 campus journalists from Toledo City schools participated in the Division Schools Press Conference 2025. Education chief Dr. Lagura emphasized truth in journalism amid AI challenges. Read more about this inspiring event.
DepEd Toledo City Division hosts 1,451 campus journalists for DSPC 2025 with AI-themed focus on truth in journalism. Winners advance to regional competition in Danao City.
The long-delayed Cebu City Olympics 2025 officially commenced at Cebu City Sports Center, featuring student-athletes parade and inspiring ceremonies. Discover the highlights!
Minds on Wheels foundation launches its first urban learning drive in Cebu City, targeting 50 elementary students with reading comprehension challenges through an 8-week structured program.
Davao Rep. Paolo Duterte calls for congressional investigation into alleged ₱100B budget insertions involving President Marcos and ex-Speaker Romualdez. Read the latest developments.
Masantol Mayor Danilo Guintu advocates for hanging classrooms to combat school flooding, ensuring uninterrupted education during the rainy season. Learn about the innovative solution.
ACT-Davao Region teachers demand release of 2023 PBB through photo protest. Financial struggles intensify as government delays bonus payments earned through hard work.
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.
Senator Sherwin Gatchalian challenges former Rep. Zaldy Co's PHP100-billion budget insertion allegations, citing inconsistencies with standard budget procedures and presidential practices.