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Traditional Filipino Stage Drama Faces Extinction

Cultural traditions like stage drama and poetic tributes are disappearing in modern Philippines. Learn why younger generations prefer disco over heritage arts and what's being lost.

SPMC Opens Kidney Transplant Institute in Davao

Southern Philippines Medical Center launches Kidney & Transplant Institute on Nov 28, 2025, offering comprehensive renal care with 100-bed dialysis capacity to serve Mindanao patients.

Tropical Depression Verbena Hits Mindanao

Tropical Depression Verbena forms east of Mindanao, prompting TCWS No. 1. Heavy rain and floods threaten areas still recovering from recent typhoons. Stay informed and prepared.

WWII Heritage Structures Damaged in Naga Project

Historical WWII anti-tank barriers in Naga, Cebu face destruction due to DPWH flood control project. Heritage consultant warns of legal violations. Read about preservation efforts.

WWII Heritage Barriers Threatened by DPWH Project

WWII anti-tank barriers in Naga, Cebu face destruction from DPWH flood control works, violating heritage laws. Heritage consultant demands immediate halt to protect historical structures.

Navy Seizes P174M Smuggled Cigarettes in Sulu

Western Mindanao Naval Command intercepts 5 vessels carrying P174 million worth of smuggled cigarettes in Sulu. 35 crew members apprehended in intelligence-driven maritime operations.

Davao Hosts First Balik Islam Congress 2025

Davao City makes history by hosting the inaugural Balik Islam Congress 2025, formally recognizing Muslim converts and strengthening community ties. Learn how this promotes inclusion.

Filipino Youth Question Generational Values Gap

A poignant reflection on the generational divide in Filipino families. Young Filipinos seek guidance but question contradictions in elder behavior. Can generations align their values?

Asturias Cebu pleads for aid post-Typhoon Tino

Over a week after Typhoon Tino, barangays in Asturias, Cebu, face severe hardship. The Mindanao Alliance for Progress calls for urgent action in Davao City to bolster flood defenses and disaster preparedness before the next storm hits.

Philippines, ASEAN, ADB Launch BIMP-EAGA Action Plan

Philippines, ASEAN Secretariat and ADB commit to transport and tourism pilot projects under new BIMP-EAGA-ASEAN Plan of Action. Historic meeting establishes formal link between subregional and ASEAN strategies.

Cebu's 161-Year-Old Church Future Under Review

San Juan Nepomuceno Parish in San Remigio, Cebu retracts structural safety announcement as Archdiocese reviews 161-year-old church's fate after magnitude 6.9 earthquake.

3 Weather Systems Affect PH, Cyclone Risk Low

Pagasa reports three weather systems are affecting the Philippines: ITCZ, shear line, and amihan. No cyclone development is expected soon. Stay updated on panahon.gov.ph.

ITCZ Rains Continue in Visayas, Mindanao

PAGASA warns the Intertropical Convergence Zone will bring scattered rains and thunderstorms to Visayas and Mindanao, posing flash flood and landslide risks.

Davao City to Rename 40 Numbered Barangays

Davao City Councilor J. Melchor Quitain Jr. and the DCCAO held a seminar to guide barangay leaders on renaming 40 numbered Poblacion barangays, emphasizing historical and cultural significance.

Philippines to Host 2026 UN World Gastronomy Forum

The Philippines will host the 2026 UN Tourism World Forum on Gastronomy Tourism, showcasing its culinary heritage and driving sustainable tourism growth. Join the global celebration of food and culture!

First IP Teen Center Launches in Davao

Davao City pioneers Philippines' first Indigenous Peoples Teen Center, addressing youth health, cultural preservation, and livelihood training for 2,000 indigenous adolescents.

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