Four Dead, Over 9.6M Join 2026 Black Nazarene Feast
Four devotees died during the massive 2026 Feast of the Black Nazarene in Manila, which saw over 9.6 million participants. Read the full report and join us in prayer for the casualties.
Four devotees died during the massive 2026 Feast of the Black Nazarene in Manila, which saw over 9.6 million participants. Read the full report and join us in prayer for the casualties.
China's 15th Five-Year Plan (2026-2030) focuses on tech, green energy & institutional opening. As the Philippines chairs ASEAN in 2026, cooperation in AI, clean energy & smart infrastructure offers a path to shared growth. Explore the potential.
The World Economic Forum's 2026 report reveals global cooperation is stable but changing, with climate action rising while peace efforts decline. Leaders must rebuild dialogue for shared challenges.
Iloilo City starts 2026 with twin international awards: the Asean Clean Tourist City and UNEP Role Model City for ecosystem restoration. Discover how the city achieved this.
Jerrold Pete Mangliwan to lead Team Philippines as flag bearer at the ASEAN Para Games in Thailand. The 216-strong delegation aims to improve on its 2023 medal haul.
BDO Unibank launches a P5 billion peso-denominated sustainability bond offer with a 5.7125% annual coupon. The offer period runs from January 7 to 19, 2026. Read more for details.
PNP Acting Chief Lt. Gen. Jose Melencio Nartatez Jr. announces full security preparations for ASEAN ministerial meetings in Cebu this January. Public cooperation is key to ensuring safety.
BDO Unibank launches its fifth peso-denominated ASEAN Sustainability Bond offer, with a minimum size of P5 billion and a 5.7125% coupon rate. Invest from January 7-19, 2026.
PNP acting chief Lt. Gen. Jose Melencio Nartatez Jr. confirms security measures for ASEAN ministerial meetings in Cebu this January. Police to secure delegates while managing Sinulog Festival crowds.
Cebu faces a massive tourism influx with 300,000+ arrivals expected in January 2026, pushing hotels to 80-100% occupancy. Discover how the province is managing the surge and its resilient recovery from recent disasters.
Davao City begins processing business permit and tourism certificate renewals for 2026. Deadline is January 31. Learn locations and requirements here.
Cebu expects over 300,000 tourists this January, pushing hotels to near 100% occupancy before Sinulog peaks. Officials monitor pricing and logistics amid the surge. Read more.
Forbes highlights the rise of 'glomads' in 2026, tech-savvy travelers using AI for itineraries and translation. Discover the pros and cons of high-tech travel.
Cebu's Balik Cebu 2026 program launches with a scaled-back opening to honor flood and earthquake victims. The initiative offers 'Sinulog survival kits' and safe viewing areas, highlighting faith and recovery. Discover how Cebu welcomes balikbayans.
DOT 7 projects over 300,000 visitors in Cebu this January, fueled by Sinulog 2026, extended holidays, and the ASEAN Tourism Forum. Discover the full story and travel insights.
BDO Unibank is the only Philippine bank ranked among Southeast Asia's 10 most valuable banking brands, with its brand value surging 48% to $3.7 billion. Discover how it reinforces its leadership.
A seasoned tarot reader unveils the energetic forecast for 2026, highlighting themes of change, community, and self-discovery for the Philippines. Discover what the cards predict.
Vietnam Airlines launches thrice-weekly Cebu to Hanoi flights, celebrated at NUSTAR. The move aims to boost tourist exchanges between the Philippines and Vietnam. Read more.
Mayor Jonas 'Jonkie' Ouano mandates immediate repair of non-functioning streetlights on Mandaue's major bridges to ensure motorist safety and prepare for the upcoming ASEAN Summit. Read about the city's urgent infrastructure push.
Cebu's domestic tourism soared with 102,124 visitors this Christmas, showcasing resilience and readiness for the upcoming 45th ASEAN Tourism Forum. Discover how local travel drives recovery.
Vietnam's tourism booms with 3.5 million arrivals over the New Year holiday. Ho Chi Minh City leads with 1.24 million visitors. Discover the key destinations driving this growth.
BPI announces a P5 billion peso bond offering to fund sustainable social projects. Learn about the terms, timeline, and impact of this green financing initiative.
Mandaue City Mayor Jonkie Ouano directs DPWH to urgently fix broken streetlights on major bridges, citing safety and upcoming ASEAN delegate traffic. Action promised next week.
NUSTAR Resort Cebu ushered in 2026 with its 'Carnaval de Luz' celebration, drawing 2,000 guests for music, fireworks, and a message of hope for Cebu's recovery. Discover the highlights and future plans.
Psychic Rudy Baldwin warns 2026 will be a 'bloody year' with pandemic, 'The Big One,' and celebrity deaths. He urges the public to pray his grim predictions don't come true.
The Department of Tourism addresses claims it highlights Secretary Christina Garcia-Frasco more than destinations. Read its full statement and the critics' concerns.
Malaysian PM Anwar Ibrahim highlights ASEAN's role in strengthening regional stability in 2025. The bloc now passes leadership to the Philippines for 2026. Read the full story.
Vietnam welcomed an estimated 21.5 million international tourists in 2025, generating nearly $40 billion in revenue. Discover the country's ambitious targets for 2026.
Melanie Ng of PCCI-Visayas forecasts a cautiously optimistic 2026 for Cebu and Visayas, driven by tourism recovery, construction, and domestic investment. Read the full outlook.
Cebu's business leaders enter 2026 with measured optimism, prioritizing coordinated, ecosystem-driven growth to overcome climate shocks and structural weaknesses. Discover the plan for resilience.