Temporary Dumpsite Opens After Binaliw Landfill Collapse
Cebu City activates a temporary waste facility in Consolacion to ensure uninterrupted garbage collection. A P2.1M Solid Waste Management Program is set for discussion on Jan 21.
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Cebu City waste rerouted to Consolacion after landfill collapse
Cebu City redirects 500-600 tons of daily waste to a temporary dumpsite in Consolacion following a partial landslide at its main Binaliw landfill. Officials scramble to prevent a public health crisis.
Binaliw Landfill Landslide Triggers Cebu Waste Crisis
A landslide at Binaliw Landfill forces Cebu City and Mandaue to suspend garbage collection. Officials scramble for solutions as Sinulog nears. Read the latest updates.
Cebu City's 144 Projects in 184 Days: Mayor's Report
Mayor Nestor Archival reports 144 health, infrastructure, and social service projects completed in his first 184 days. Key achievements include P80.3M medical aid and new digital systems. Read the full 2026 plan.
Cebu Garbage Crisis: Landslide Traps Workers, SRP Proposed as Dump
A landslide at Cebu City's Binaliw landfill traps workers, halting garbage collection. Councilor Garganera proposes SRP as a temporary transfer station, raising concerns for businesses and tourism. Search and rescue operations continue.
Binaliw Landfill Collapse Triggers Cebu Waste Emergency
A landslide at Cebu's Binaliw landfill halts operations, leaving 3 dead and 30 missing. The city scrambles to dispose of 600 tons of daily waste. Read the latest updates.
Cebu Landfill Collapse: Rescue Ops for 38 Missing
A landslide at Prime Binaliw Landfill in Cebu City buries employees and homes. Rescue ongoing for 38 missing. The disaster reignites debate on the city's waste crisis.
Sugar Farmers Urge Marcos for Price Support as Crisis Deepens
Philippine sugarcane planters warn of abandoning farms as prices plummet below production cost. NFSP and Confed propose direct gov't buying and policy reforms to save the industry.
Binaliw Landfill Landslide Kills Worker, Cebu Seeks New Site
A landslide at Prime Waste Inc.'s Binaliw landfill killed one and injured six. Cebu City is coordinating with DENR for a 15-day temporary dump site to prevent street garbage pile-up. Read more.
Mandaue Suspends Garbage Pickup After Landslide
Mandaue City suspends garbage collection after a landslide at the Prime Waste Solutions Cebu Landfill. Officials scramble for alternative disposal sites and enforce strict waste segregation.
San Fernando Water Issues Persist After Prime Water Suspension
Residents of San Fernando, Pampanga still face discolored, foul-smelling, and low-pressure water a year after the city took over from Prime Water. What's the solution?
Cebu City Eyes SRP for Garbage After Binaliw Landslide
Cebu City Councilor Joel Garganera suggests the SRP DPS office as a temporary waste transfer station after the Binaliw landfill landslide disrupted collection. Residents are asked to hold their trash.
Cebu Landfill Collapse: 1 Dead, 6 Injured
A garbage landslide at Prime Waste Inc. in Cebu City buries staff housing, killing one and injuring six. Rescue operations continue for trapped victims.
Cebu City Assesses Binaliw Dumpsite Safety After Collapse
Cebu City Mayor Nestor Archival says the city is consulting stakeholders after a garbage collapse at Binaliw dumpsite, with Sinulog festivities raising waste concerns. Read about the city's next steps.
Cebu Landfill Collapse Buries Homes After Heavy Rain
Continuous rainfall triggered a garbage slide at the Binaliw dumpsite, burying nearby houses. Councilor Joel Garganera blames the open dump's design and expansion efforts. Read the full report.
OFW Faces Twin Pregnancy Crisis: Sister and Self Expecting
An OFW's years of sacrifice for her family are upended by a double pregnancy shock. She and her teenage sister are both expecting, revealing deep struggles overseas. Read her heartbreaking story.
Sugar Producers Demand Marcos Act on Price Crisis
The Confederation of Sugar Producers asks President Marcos Jr. for urgent measures to raise domestic sugar prices and reduce inventory to avert industry collapse. Read the full story.
Cebu City Declares Transport Emergency for Sinulog
Cebu City declares a transport emergency after Christmas chaos. Officials plan free mass transit for Sinulog Festival crowds as long-term BRT project lags. Read the full story.
US Retailers Shuttered 8,200+ Stores in 2025
US retailers closed over 8,200 stores in 2025, a 12% surge, driven by tariffs, heavy debt, and shifting consumer habits. Major chains like Rite Aid and Big Lots filed for bankruptcy. Read the full analysis.
AIM Graduates 350 Leaders for Disaster Risk Management
The Asian Institute of Management's latest graduates, trained in Disaster Risk and Crisis Management, are set to fill a critical leadership gap in the Philippines and Asia. Learn how they plan to transform policy.
Cebu's 2026 Power Crisis Threatens Economy and Safety
Cebu's electricity demand is outpacing supply, risking economic disruption and public safety. Consumer group Cera urges immediate action for new power plants and secure water systems.
Bacolod OKs P327.9M Waste Deal with New Hauler
Bacolod City Council ratifies P327.9 million contracts for garbage collection and landfill management. New consortium promises 60 trucks to clear backlog swiftly. #Bacolod
Small Fishermen in Palawan, E. Samar Face Livelihood Crisis
Small-scale fishermen in Palawan and Eastern Samar battle illegal fishing and commercial competition, with catches plummeting. Read their plea for government intervention to save their way of life.
Cebu City Mayor Archival on 2025 Challenges, 2026 Plans
Cebu City Mayor Nestor Archival reflects on budget gaps, disasters, and reforms in 2025, while detailing plans for CCMC completion, tree planting, and waste segregation for 2026. Discover the roadmap for a more resilient city.
Bacolod OKs P327.9M Waste Management Deal for 2026
Bacolod City Council greenlights Mayor Gasataya's request to sign a P327.9 million contract with a new consortium for garbage collection and disposal in 2026, aiming for improved services.
Cebu Taxi Meter Issues & Holiday Shortage Probed
LTFRB investigates defective taxi meters in Cebu as passengers face severe shortages during Christmas. A planned fleet of 600 EV taxis remains stalled amid regulatory hurdles.
Ukraine Peace Talks: Competing Plans, Dec 2025 Deadline
Russia claims a Ukraine settlement is near but accuses the West of sabotage. Zelensky proposes a referendum on a 20-point peace plan if Russia agrees to a 60-day ceasefire. Read the latest.
Cebu City Intensifies Waste Segregation Education & Enforcement
Cebu City Government launches a major information campaign from Jan 1-15, 2026, followed by strict enforcement to tackle garbage woes. Mayor Archival targets all 80 barangays and 115 schools.
Holiday Suicides Rise: Mental Health Support Crucial in PH
Recent tragic suicides, including a public figure's daughter and a call center agent, highlight a pressing mental health crisis in the Philippines during the festive season. Experts urge compassion and support, sharing critical hotline numbers.
SEA-PLM 2024: PH Learning Gaps Persist
New SEA-PLM 2024 data shows only 27% of Filipino Grade 5 students are proficient in reading. Urgent, targeted action is needed to address widening inequalities in education.
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