Cebu City's 2026 Plan: No Segregation, No Collection
Cebu City pledges strict enforcement of waste segregation and upland development moratorium in 2026 to tackle chronic flooding and trash. Will this end the seasonal crisis?
Cebu City pledges strict enforcement of waste segregation and upland development moratorium in 2026 to tackle chronic flooding and trash. Will this end the seasonal crisis?
Cebu City Mayor Nestor Archival mandates strict waste segregation starting January 2026, with penalties for violators. The plan includes eco-bricks, rainwater catchments, and bamboo planting to combat flooding.
BSP surveys reveal Filipino households remain positive about the 2026 economy, planning more spending, while businesses turn cautious. Dive into the data on inflation, peso, and hiring.
Philippine business confidence rose to 29.7% in Q4 2025, fueled by holiday demand. Yet, consumer sentiment fell to -22.2% on inflation, corruption fears. Read the full BSP survey analysis.
BSP Deputy Governor Abenoja outlines plans for deeper money markets and tokenized payments at the ASEAN+3 forum in Hong Kong, aiming to strengthen financial stability and regional integration. Learn more about the Philippines' 2026 co-chair role.
Philippine inflation cooled to 1.5% in November, staying within the BSP's forecast. Food prices eased, but electricity and fuel costs rose. Discover the full economic outlook here.
Davao Region officials call for integrating 'Digital Parenting' into Parent Effectiveness Services to empower parents against online child sexual abuse. Learn about the new mandate.
The Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas reports a lower yield for its 28-day bill, with robust demand signaling ample system liquidity. Discover the latest auction results and market implications.
The NBA has fined the Cleveland Cavaliers $250,000 for violating its player participation policy by resting All-Star Darius Garland. This is the team's second fine this season.
BSP forecasts Cebu's November 2025 inflation between 1.1% and 1.9%. Discover the factors behind this economic trend and its implications for consumers.
S&P Global affirms Philippines' BBB+ credit rating with positive outlook, citing strong growth and reforms. Governor Remolona welcomes the decision, boosting investor confidence.
US President Donald Trump declares permanent immigration pause from Third World countries, reverses Biden policies, and removes 'non-assets' after National Guard death.
Cebu City Council reduces 2026 budget to P13.3B, citing unclear hiring plans and questionable manpower requests. Mayor Archival's fiscal policy drives cuts while key programs receive boosts.
Cebu City Council trims 2026 budget to P13.3B, citing unclear manpower requests and procurement plans. Essential services like police and health get boosts. Learn more.
Over 40 medical experts urge WHO to adopt tobacco harm reduction, citing scientific evidence that smoke-free alternatives can save millions of lives. Read their compelling arguments.
BSP ensures smooth withdrawals above ₱500,000. Learn how new circular simplifies documentation for legitimate transactions and promotes secure banking.
The Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas assures easy access to large withdrawals. New rules target illicit cash use while promoting digital payments. Learn more.
Philippine lawmakers express concern over US excluding nursing from student loan policy. Government agencies urged to analyze impact on Filipino nurses working in America.
HSBC forecasts the Philippine peso to average 58 against the US dollar, with no further depreciation to 60 expected. Key factors include lower imports and stable OFW, BPO remittances.
The Philippines' balance of payments registered a $706 million surplus in October 2025, boosting gross international reserves to $110.2 billion. Discover what this means for the economy.
Metrobank economist Nicholas Mapa predicts BSP easing could start in December 2025, with economic recovery expected in 2026. Learn how this affects inflation and the peso.
The Non-Aligned Movement condemns extra-regional military forces in the Caribbean, calling for withdrawal to protect regional stability. Learn about the diplomatic stance.
DepEd-7 Director Salustiano Jimenez confirms Senior High School program continues despite false social media posts. Get the facts about education policy.
Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas warns against fraudulent text messages with clickable links. Learn how to protect your accounts from scammers using text hijacking techniques.
The Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas highlights blended finance as a key strategy to boost climate adaptation funding. Discover how this approach can build resilience.
OFW holiday remittances exceeding $3B and $109.7B reserves expected to strengthen Philippine peso from current 59.17 vs USD. Expert analysis reveals recovery pattern.
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.
Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas urges stakeholders to build a 24/7 real-time payment system to boost remittances, e-commerce, and economic growth. Join the digital shift.
The Department of Migrant Workers clarifies that the Philippines' visa-free policy applies only to tourists, not overseas foreign workers who must follow proper documentation channels.
Davao's banking sector shows robust growth with double-digit lending expansion, signaling strong economic momentum and increased business confidence in the region.