Mayor Pushes Elevated Classrooms for Flooded Schools
Masantol Mayor Danilo Guintu advocates for hanging classrooms to combat school flooding, ensuring uninterrupted education during the rainy season. Learn about the innovative solution.
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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.
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.
DepEd-7: Senior High School Removal in 2026 is Fake News
DepEd-7 Director Salustiano Jimenez confirms Senior High School program continues despite false social media posts. Get the facts about education policy.
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.
Davao City Council Passes ₱15.8B 2026 Budget
Davao City Council approves ₱15.8 billion budget for 2026, a 10% increase from 2025. Learn how the funds will be allocated across key city departments and services.
Cebu Gets P7.58B from Secret Budget Insertions
Cebu province received P7.58 billion in secret budget insertions for 2025, with Dumanjug getting the largest share of P3.23 billion. Discover the full project breakdown.
P85M Approved for Cebu School Shelters Post-Earthquake
Cebu Province allocates P85 million for temporary learning shelters after 6.9 magnitude earthquake damaged 3,394 classrooms. Learn how education continues amid reconstruction.
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?
Davao City Proposes ₱1.5B Trust Fund for Bus Project
Davao City Government formally requests creation of trust fund for ₱76B Davao Bus Project. Local counterpart funding of ₱1.5B to be phased until 2030. Learn about the project timeline and funding challenges.
Weak Monitoring Systems Hamper DepEd Education Programs
The Department of Education faces critical gaps in monitoring and evaluation systems, leaving educational policies ineffective and disconnected from classroom realities. Learn how this impacts quality.
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.
Toledo City Orders Gradual School Reopening
Toledo City Mayor Marjorie Perales orders gradual resumption of in-person classes, prioritizing student safety and academic recovery after pandemic disruptions.
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.
DOLE Allocates ₱1.3B to Combat Unemployment, Underemployment
The Philippines' Department of Labor and Employment launches massive ₱1.3 billion initiative targeting job creation and skills development to address the nation's employment challenges.
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.
FAA Cuts Flights 10% at 40 Airports in Shutdown Crisis
Massive flight reductions hit US airports as government shutdown cripples air traffic control operations, causing nationwide travel chaos and safety concerns.
Cebu Power Crisis: Lawmakers Demand Sustainable Solutions
Cebu faces escalating power outages prompting urgent calls for renewable energy investments and long-term infrastructure improvements from Philippine legislators.
3 Central Luzon Universities Ranked Worldwide
Discover how three prestigious universities from Central Luzon have earned spots in the 2025 World University Rankings, showcasing the region's growing academic prominence on the global stage.
Philippine Graduate Education: Failing Its Purpose?
Explore the critical challenges facing Philippine graduate education - from curriculum gaps to employment mismatches - and discover the urgent reforms needed for a globally competitive workforce.
Teachers Challenge Localization Policy in Davao
Davao educators challenge the Department of Education's localization policy, citing unfair treatment and calling for immediate review to ensure equitable opportunities for all teachers.
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