Cebu's Chronic Garbage Problem: A Failure of RA 9003
Cebu City's flooding and soaring landfill costs expose decades of neglecting the Ecological Solid Waste Management Act. Discover why enforcement, not new laws, is the solution.
Cebu City's flooding and soaring landfill costs expose decades of neglecting the Ecological Solid Waste Management Act. Discover why enforcement, not new laws, is the solution.
Cebu City Mayor Nestor Archival clarifies that casual and job order workers will receive a gratuity pay, not a bonus, before Christmas. Find out the eligibility and amounts.
The Department of Migrant Workers is prepared to bring home OFWs from Thailand and Cambodia due to border tensions. All 251 affected workers in Thailand are reported safe. Learn more.
Mayor Nestor Archival clarifies that the P7,000 aid for Cebu City's casual and job order workers is a gratuity pay, not a Christmas bonus, aligning with national guidelines. Over 3,000 workers to benefit.
Over 1,300 tourism workers in Davao Oriental affected by October earthquakes receive P10,341 each via Emergency Cash Transfer. DSWD and DOT lead recovery initiative.
Governor Pamela Baricuatro announced cash rewards and new uniforms for thousands of Cebu's Barangay Health Workers during the 2025 BHW Summit. Read about the support for these frontline heroes.
Cebu Governor Pamela Baricuatro announces cash incentives up to P10,000, new uniforms, and noche buena packs for over 9,000 barangay health workers. A merrier Christmas for frontline community heroes.
The remains of a Filipino crew member killed in a Houthi attack on the MV Eternity C in July 2025 have been repatriated. The government pledges full assistance to the bereaved family.
Nearly 4,000 Cebu City health workers who served during the pandemic have not received their Health Emergency Allowance (HEA) for 2021-2023. Councilor Jun Alcover Jr. demands immediate action and explanation for the years-long delay.
After five months in captivity, nine Filipino crewmen of the MV Eternity C are finally back in the Philippines. OWWA details the government's support program for their recovery.
Thousands of Cebu City health workers remain unpaid for their COVID-19 service due to bureaucratic delays. Councilors demand immediate release of P431M in allocated funds. Read more.
Nearly 4,000 Cebu City health workers who served during the COVID-19 pandemic have yet to receive their Health Emergency Allowance (HEA) for 2021-2023, prompting urgent calls for action from city officials.
Nine Filipino crew members of MV Eternity C, freed after five months of captivity by Houthi rebels, are safely back in the Philippines. OWWA pledges full government support for their recovery and reintegration.
Mandaue City Hall confirms release of year-end bonuses for regular employees. Performance incentives & differentials for JO workers, BHWs pending council approval. Read more.
Pag-IBIG Fund provided short-term loans to 3.2 million Filipino workers from Jan-Oct 2025, a 28% surge. Learn how Virtual Pag-IBIG makes financial aid faster and more accessible.
A Filipino delivery rider named Albert vents about rude customers who refuse parcels and make excuses. Papa Joe advises tolerance and legal solutions. Read this real-life service industry story.
Thousands gathered at Rizal Park for Trillion Peso March 2.0 as workers demand justice and dignity. Police deploy 2141 personnel to ensure peaceful protest.
The Philippine government is providing full assistance to 23 OFWs affected by a major fire in Hong Kong's Tai Po. OWWA Chief Patricia Yvonne Caunan assures immediate support and 24/7 hotlines for families.
Massive Hong Kong residential fire claims 128 lives. 58 Filipinos confirmed safe, one OFW missing. Search operations complete as investigation continues.
Filipino worker injured in Hong Kong's Tai Po fire is recovering. DMW confirms one OFW remains missing. 58 other Filipinos safe. Stay updated on this developing story.
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.
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 City's Inayawan landfill rehabilitation faces delays due to ownership uncertainty. Learn how this legal limbo affects waste management and public health.
Davao City Police strengthens multi-agency collaboration to protect Overseas Filipino Workers from illegal recruitment and online scams. Learn how this initiative safeguards OFWs.
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.
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.
Senator Raffy Tulfo files a bill for a P36,000 entry-level BPO wage, automatic work suspension during calamities, and immediate regularization. Read the full story.
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.
Residents in Mandaue City's Zone 5, Canduman report illegal waste dumping causing health hazards. City officials confirm investigation and temporary halt to operations. Read latest updates.
1,173 workers displaced by the Cebu 6.9 magnitude earthquake have received their TUPAD wages from DOLE. This government initiative supports recovery efforts in the 4th District. Learn more about the ongoing aid.