Philippines Building Permits Drop 25% in September
Philippine construction activity fell sharply in September 2025, with building permits down 25% and total value dropping 16%. Discover the key drivers behind this significant slowdown.
Philippine construction activity fell sharply in September 2025, with building permits down 25% and total value dropping 16%. Discover the key drivers behind this significant slowdown.
The Body Shop Philippines unveils its 2025 Wrapped in Love Christmas collection featuring three special-edition scents. Shop at SM City Cabanatuan or online for ethical gifts that give back.
Iloilo City Government plans a major expansion of Iloilo City Community College with a new Fort San Pedro campus to accommodate more students and offer new courses. Discover how this initiative promotes accessible education.
Negros Electric and Power Corp. provides 100 sacks of rice to families affected by Typhoon Tino in Negros Occidental, reinforcing its commitment to community resilience.
DSWD Secretary Rex Gatchalian champions community-led development for impactful projects in remote areas. Discover how this bottom-up approach delivers real change.
Mekeni Food Corporation's annual gift-giving program, driven by malasakit, delivered essentials to care centers in Pampanga, fostering hope and community connection. Discover how they make a difference.
Davao City's PSSO supports a new ordinance for an AI-driven CCTV system with facial recognition to improve public safety and border control, ensuring compliance with the Data Privacy Act.
Photographer John Velez marks his belated birthday and JVPRG running team's 6th anniversary with a heartfelt outreach at Quiot Bible Church, bringing food and smiles to children.
Foreign investment approvals in the Philippines fell sharply by 48.7% to P73.68 billion in Q3 2025. Discover the key sectors and regions affected and what this means for the economy.
DSWD-7 completes a 4-day training for 127 field staff on the new Enhanced SWDI tool, boosting data-driven support for 4Ps beneficiaries in Central Visayas. Learn how this upgrade improves social services.
John Velez Photography Running Group celebrates its 6th anniversary through outreach program in Cebu City, providing meals and games for children while honoring founder's birthday.
The John Velez Photography Running Group celebrated its sixth anniversary with a heartwarming outreach program for underprivileged children in Cebu City. Discover how they combined fitness with community service.
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.
Discover how Joshua Sandal rescued 12 people, including an infant, during Typhoon Tino's devastating floods in Liloan. Read his inspiring story of courage and redemption.
425 students in Sulu benefit from 104IB's community outreach featuring Booksgiving, feeding, and tree planting in MNLF communities. Join the movement for education and environment.
27 village chiefs in Maimbung, Sulu completed disaster risk reduction training to strengthen community resilience. Learn how this initiative enhances local disaster response.
Servo IT Solutions celebrates 25 years of innovation with new Office Site 2 opening and data privacy seminar featuring National Privacy Commission. Discover their growth journey.
Witness the powerful scenes of survival and community strength as Bangkok residents rebuild after devastating floods. See how hope persists amidst the destruction.
Globe Telecom posts P41.5B service revenue in Q3 2025, driven by record mobile data and broadband growth. GCash contributes significantly to earnings. Read more.
Davao City CSWDO urges barangay leaders to prioritize data profiling and social protection frameworks to safeguard vulnerable communities. Learn how this initiative aims to leave no one behind.
Patikul municipality transforms from conflict zone to peace-centered community in historic declaration. Witness Sulu's remarkable journey toward lasting peace and development.
Cebu's business community demonstrates remarkable resilience through Task Force Padayon, providing essential aid to typhoon-affected families across multiple cities. Join the bayanihan spirit!
Heart-wrenching accounts emerge as communities rebuild after Typhoon Tino's devastation. Discover survival stories and ongoing relief efforts across affected regions.
In the wake of recent calamities, Filipinos are urged to unite in prayer and extend support to those affected by natural disasters across the nation.
Cebu City government urgently seeks volunteers to accelerate relief operations for families impacted by recent emergencies. Learn how you can contribute to the humanitarian mission.
Philippine basketball stars from Cebu join forces in 'Basketball for Hope' charity event, raising funds and spirits for communities devastated by recent typhoons through sports and community solidarity.
Discover how artificial intelligence and cloud computing are driving a massive wave of data center construction worldwide, creating new opportunities and challenges for the tech industry.
The Cebu community mourns the loss of Eddie Gulles, affectionately known as 'Eddiegul,' who passed away at 94. Remembered for his decades of public service and community leadership.
Discover how SunStar's innovative Bayanihan platform is revolutionizing community aid in Cebu by digitally connecting donors with recipients through verified needs and transparent giving.
Discover how Lerma Lucenos-Escoro is revolutionizing community healthcare in Cebu City, providing essential medical services to underserved areas through innovative outreach programs and mobile clinics.