Feeling down after the holidays? Learn the difference between common holiday blues and more serious mood disorders like Seasonal Affective Disorder. Discover gentle ways to cope and when to seek professional help in the Philippines.
Children in Cebu City's Barangay Lusaran received Christmas gifts and warm meals in a holiday outreach, bringing joy after severe flooding and a magnitude 6.9 earthquake disrupted their community.
Caja Kitchen Cebu invites you to a special Christmas buffet for Php 799 on Dec 24 & 25. Enjoy lunch or dinner with family. Book your table now!
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.
SM City Mindpro spreads joy to over 400 students in Zamboanga City through its 'Besties of Joy' plush toy distribution. Read how this initiative uplifts the community.
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.
Road accidents were the leading cause of injuries in Central Visayas during the holidays, with 274 cases. Fireworks-related injuries dropped to 73. No stray bullet or firecracker ingestion cases were reported.
Road accidents caused 274 injuries in Central Visayas during the holidays, while fireworks injuries dropped 8%. DOH 7 urges public safety and medical compliance.
Cebu City Police Office deploys over a thousand officers for New Year's Eve. Authorities warn against social media posts and indiscriminate firing to ensure a safe holiday.
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.
Cebu City Police Office deploys over a thousand officers for New Year 2025 safety. Authorities focus on tourist areas and warn against social media posts and indiscriminate firing. Read for safety tips.
The Philippine National Police urges the public to keep holiday travel plans off social media to prevent crimes. Over 100,000 officers are deployed for security.
The Alpha Company of the 32nd Infantry Battalion distributed Christmas goods in Sumisip, Basilan, fostering community ties and holiday spirit. Read about this heartwarming military initiative.
Over 2,500 indigenous community members in Davao Occidental received essential healthcare and social services through a multi-agency outreach caravan. Read about the successful collaboration.
Governor Raul Mabanglo and Congresswoman Maricar Zamora-Mabanglo celebrated Christmas 2025 with a children's party and hospital visits in Davao de Oro, spreading joy and service. Read about their heartwarming initiatives.
University students in the Philippines now view Christmas as a vital pause for rest and family, not just gifts. Discover how academic pressure reshapes holiday priorities. Read more.
The DOH reports two fatalities and 263 road crash injuries from Dec 21-26. Most victims were on motorcycles without helmets. Stay safe this holiday season.
The 11th Infantry Division brought holiday joy to Minis Island, Sulu, with a community outreach featuring tree-planting and gift-giving. See how the military spreads Christmas spirit.
DOLE clarifies holiday pay rates for employees working on Dec 24 & 25, 2025. Know your rights for special non-working day and regular holiday compensation.
The Philippine Red Cross Zamboanga City Chapter concluded 2025 by providing free medical services, groceries, and kits to 180 underprivileged families in Guiwan. Read about this impactful community partnership.
Zamboanga City's disaster office raises blue alert status for the holidays. Officials are on standby; residents urged to unplug Christmas lights when out. Hotlines provided.
PRO-NIR, led by BGen Arnold Thomas Ibay, spread joy to 100 kids in E.B. Magalona with a gift-giving drive. The initiative highlights police compassion beyond law enforcement.
Road crash injuries in the Philippines nearly doubled to 11,146 during the 2024-2025 holidays. The DOH warns of alcohol-related incidents and urges safe driving. #RoadSafety
DOLE outlines pay rules for Dec 24 & 25, 2025. Workers get extra pay for Christmas Eve & Day. Know your rights this holiday season.
Davao City Councilor Temujin Ocampo appeals to residents to steer clear of protected watersheds during celebrations to ensure safety and protect vital water sources. Learn about the risks and local ordinances.
Cebu City and Lapu-Lapu City enforce strict regulations for fireworks sales and use this holiday season to ensure public safety. Learn about the designated zones and new guidelines.
PNP Acting Chief Nartatez orders heightened police visibility in transportation hubs nationwide as millions travel for Christmas. Public urged to cooperate for safety.
The DOH launches 'Gawing Ligtas Christmas' campaign, urging moderation on sweets, daily exercise, and road safety to prevent holiday injuries and illnesses. Ensure a healthy New Year!
In Cebu, the festive glow of Fuente Osmeña's tree masks a harsh reality for families like the Abellanas. As inflation bites and disaster victims rebuild, Christmas becomes a season of survival. Read how Cebuanos are finding hope.