A Cebuano writer shares the joy of his son's first birthday, while local media and SunStar Cebu teams celebrate the season with camaraderie and festive gatherings. Read more about these heartwarming events.
NUSTAR Resort Cebu ushers in Christmas with its 'Pearl of the Holiday Season' tree lighting. The event featured charity, festive dining, and a grand New Year's countdown. Book your holiday experience now!
NBI serves arrest warrant on Sarah Discaya, owner of St. Timothy Construction, linked to a P96.5 million ghost flood control project in Davao Occidental. Read the full story on the high-profile corruption case.
SFELAPCO renews call for safety compliance after fatal electrocution incidents near power lines in San Fernando. Contractors and homeowners urged to coordinate with the utility firm.
The delayed San Miguel Bridge in San Simon is now targeted for a July 2026 opening. Acting Mayor Anne Canlas and DPWH officials inspected the site to ensure the revised timeline is met.
DPWH Sec. Vince Dizon commits to proper project implementation despite a P351.7B budget cut. Savings from cost standardization realigned to PhilHealth, disaster fund. Read more.
Ayala Land unveils its second CityFlats in Cebu, providing 392 affordable co-living units to combat long commutes and high rents for young professionals. Discover a new way to live in the heart of the city.
Peza Director General Tereso Panga is optimistic about achieving the agency's P300-billion investment approval goal for 2025, citing major pending applications. Read more about the Philippines' economic zone growth.
Pag-IBIG Fund's year-end raffles awarded prizes up to P500,000, successfully expanding membership among OFWs and informal workers while promoting its loan programs. Learn how to join.
Cebu City and Province recorded no crimes during the first Misa de Gallo dawn mass on December 16, 2025, thanks to massive police visibility and proactive security measures.
Private sector employees working on December 8, 2025, a special non-working holiday, are entitled to 130% of their basic wage. Learn the DOLE rules for overtime and rest day pay.
Cebu City Councilor Michelle Abella-Cellona endorses an ordinance to partner with private firms for waterway cleanup, offering tax credits. A response to severe 2025 flooding.
167 fishermen in Masantol, Pampanga received ₱3,000 fuel subsidy and new fiberglass boats from BFAR and the local government to boost livelihood and the fisheries sector.
Ombudsman files graft, malversation charges vs DPWH officials, contractor for non-existent P96.5M Davao Occidental flood control. President Marcos orders arrest. Read the full story.
Cebu's economy is projected to grow 6.5-7.5% in 2024, driven by construction, tourism, and BPO. Learn the key drivers and challenges in our detailed outlook.
Cebu Governor Pam Baricuatro cancels the Capitol's grand Christmas party to focus resources on recovery efforts for earthquake and typhoon victims. A message of unity and compassion this holiday season.
The Cebu Provincial Board approved a resolution requesting P18 million from Gov. Baricuatro to repair nine heritage churches in northern Cebu damaged by a magnitude 6.9 earthquake. Read the full story.
Ayala Land Inc. soft-opens its second CityFlats co-living property in Cebu Business Park, offering 392 furnished rooms. The move responds to strong demand from young professionals seeking to escape traffic and high rents. Read more.
DOLE Secretary Laguesma reminds all private sector employers to release the mandatory 13th month pay by December 24, 2025. Compliance reports are due by January 15, 2026.
Cebu Province lights its Capitol Christmas tree but cancels the grand party to focus resources on earthquake and typhoon recovery. Governor Baricuatro calls for a meaningful, united holiday season.
A Davao-based firm invests P500 million in a new convention center in Maa, set to rival SMX Davao. This major project signals robust growth in the city's MICE sector and economy. Read more.
bai Hotel Cebu launches 'bai for the Holidays' with special dining bundles, gift hampers, and festive feasts at CAFÉ bai from Nov 21 to Dec 31, 2025. Discover their ultimate guide to a merry Cebuano Christmas.
Senator Bam Aquino hails the historic P1.038 trillion education budget, the highest in Philippine history, funding classrooms, free college, and feeding programs. Stand for education, not corruption!
Aboitiz Foundation provides P3.3 million in construction assistance to 225 earthquake-affected families in San Remigio, Cebu. Learn how this initiative helps rebuild homes and communities.
A 54-year-old construction worker was fatally stabbed by riding-in-tandem suspects in Guadalupe, Cebu City. Family demands justice as police investigation continues.
The Philippine Competition Commission approved Philippine Veterans Bank's P2.7 billion acquisition of UCPB Savings Bank. Learn how this shapes the banking landscape.
Typhoon Tino's devastation in Cebu Province reaches 96 fatalities and 43 missing. Relief operations and infrastructure restoration are underway. Support the victims now.
Caja Kitchen Cebu launches its December 2025 buffet calendar with festive breakfast, lunch, and dinner specials. Celebrate the holidays with Filipino flavors at Bayfront Hotel. Book now!
Philippine construction activity fell sharply in September 2025, with building permits down 25% and total value dropping 16%. Discover the key drivers behind this significant slowdown.
Former Congressman Dong Gonzales responds to Ombudsman investigation over alleged ties to ₱1.6 billion flood-control projects. Read his full statement and case details.