Cebu's 2026 budget cuts total but boosts health, legislature
Cebu's 2026 budget drops 52% to P11.9B, yet health, disaster response, and legislative offices receive significant increases. Governor Baricuatro trims 'bloated' spending.
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Binaliw Landslide: 6 Dead, 30 Missing in Cebu
The death toll from the Binaliw landfill landslide in Cebu City has reached six. Search and rescue teams continue operations for 30 missing workers amid hazardous conditions.
Cebu Landfill Collapse Kills 5, Over 30 Missing
A tragic landfill collapse in Cebu City claims 5 lives, with over 30 missing. Mayor cites 2025 quake and Typhoon Tino as causes. Search and review of waste protocols ongoing.
Cebu's 2026 Student Scholarship Budget Cut by P6.5M
Cebu Province's CP-Gifts scholarship budget for 2026 is reduced to P143.5M to cover P6.5M in unpaid grants from 2023-2024. New rules aim to prevent future delays. #CebuNews #Education
Cebu Opens P9-M Disaster Command Center in Apas
Cebu Province inaugurates a new P9-million Command Center for its disaster office, featuring modern equipment like drones and water treatment machines to enhance emergency preparedness.
Cebu Inaugurates P9-M Disaster Command Center in Apas
Cebu's new P9-million command center in Apas transforms a once-idle facility into a vital hub for disaster coordination, improving real-time response to typhoons, floods, and earthquakes.
Cebu Chamber Demands Review After Binaliw Landslide
The Cebu Chamber of Commerce urges a comprehensive waste management review following the Binaliw landfill collapse. Read about the rescue efforts and the call for stronger safeguards.
World Bank Pulls Cebu BRT Funding Over Delays
The World Bank withdraws funding for Cebu BRT phases 2 & 3 due to slow progress. Local cycling advocates express dismay, fearing a 'white elephant' project. Will the government salvage it?
Malaysia Adds $620M for SMEs, Eyes Guarantee Support
Bank Negara Malaysia allocs an extra $620M to aid SMEs, especially first-time borrowers. Total fund now $8.7B. Learn about the strategic shift to guarantee-based financing.
Sanctiongko Bridge Project Delayed Over Safety, Funding
DPWH-Cebu explains the Sanctiongko Bridge project delay is due to safety risks and funding releases, not neglect. A new four-lane design is planned. Read the full update.
BPI Plans P5 Billion Bond Sale for Social Projects
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.
Marcos Signs PHP6.79T 2026 National Budget into Law
President Marcos Jr. signs the PHP6.793-trillion 2026 national budget, prioritizing education, health, and agriculture. Read about the key allocations and fiscal safeguards.
PhilHealth Paid P275B in Claims from Jan-Nov 2025
PhilHealth disbursed nearly P275 billion in medical claims from January to November 2025, a 79.58% increase year-on-year. See how this impacts healthcare access.
P85B Fund Aims to Build 165,000 Classrooms Nationwide
Senator Sherwin Gatchalian says the 2026 budget allocates P85 billion to construct and rehab classrooms, targeting the 165,000-room backlog. Learn how this will impact schools.
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.
Cebu's 2025: Resilience After Earthquake, Typhoon Tino
As 2025 ends, Cebu reflects on a year tested by a magnitude 6.9 earthquake and deadly Typhoon Tino. We remember the lives lost and the community spirit that shone through the darkness. Let's build a safer, more prepared Cebu in 2026.
Cebu Pushes CBRT Forward After World Bank Withdraws
Cebu City Mayor vows to launch the Bus Rapid Transit by 2026 after the World Bank pulls funding, rating the project 'unsatisfactory.' Can the city find new partners?
Senate OKs PHP6.79T 2026 Budget, Focus on Key Sectors
The Senate ratified the PHP6.793-trillion 2026 national budget, prioritizing education, health, and agriculture for long-term growth. Discover the historic allocations.
Cebu OKs P2.14B for Schools in Governor's First 6 Months
Cebu Governor Pamela Baricuatro greenlights over P2.14 billion for education, targeting infrastructure, disaster recovery, and innovation after finding P1B unused funds. Read about the breakdown.
P6.79T 2026 Budget Approved, Focus on Education, Health, Agri
The Senate approves the P6.793 trillion 2026 national budget, with massive allocations for education, health, and agriculture. Read the breakdown of key investments.
Cebu 7th District Leads Region in P32.87B DPWH Allocation
Internal budget data reveals Cebu's 7th District secured P32.87B in DPWH funds from 2023-2026, more than Lapu-Lapu, Mandaue & Cebu City combined. Explore the spending disparity.
Cebu's P11.9B 2026 Budget Gets 2nd Reading Nod
Cebu's Provincial Board approves the P11.9 billion 2026 budget on second reading. Key adjustments include reallocating P178M and clarifying CPAC's funding status. Final passage expected in January.
Central Visayas Schools Struggle with Rehab Funds, Engineers
DepEd Central Visayas races to repair 200+ schools damaged by the Sept. 30 quake and Typhoon Tino, but faces a severe P4.3B funding gap and a lack of structural engineers. Learn about the recovery priorities.
Aquino Urges Stronger Support for 5M+ Filipino Children with Disabilities
Senator Bam Aquino calls for urgent action to address the severe lack of support for over 5 million Filipino children with disabilities, highlighting gaps in education and funding.
P8.5M Home Recovery Aid for 285 Cebu Families
Aboitiz Foundation grants P8.5 million in home recovery assistance to 285 families in Liloan, Cebu, impacted by Typhoon Tino. Each family receives P30,000 for rebuilding. Read more.
Cebu Schools Struggle with P4B Damage, Funding Shortfall
DepEd 7 grapples with rehabilitating hundreds of Cebu schools damaged by a magnitude 6.9 quake and Typhoon Tino. With a P5.5B need and only P1.2B released, 700,000 students' education is at risk. Read more.
Cebu Schools Need P5.5B for Repairs, Only P1.2B Allocated
DepEd Central Visayas struggles with depleted funds and engineer shortage to rehab schools hit by September's earthquake and Typhoon Tino. Over 700,000 students affected.
Davao City OKs 2026 Local School Board Budget
Davao City has approved its 2026 Local School Board budget for public schools. The move comes as teachers renew calls for a monthly allowance, highlighting funding priorities and ongoing challenges in education.
Cebu Capitol Cancels Christmas Party for Disaster Relief
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.
Cebu Lawmakers' P55.77B Infrastructure Funds Criticized
Bayan Central Visayas criticizes Cebu lawmakers for securing P55.77B in DPWH funds, arguing it neglects hospitals, housing, and education. Read the full investigation.
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