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!
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.
CIDG-Mandaue arrests a 29-year-old man in Consolacion for illegal butane canister sales. 23 crates of LPG-filled canisters seized. Read the full report.
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.
PDEA-7 and Naga police seized over 180 grams of shabu worth P1.2 million in twin raids in Barangay Tuyan and Langtad. One suspect was arrested, while another escaped. Read the full details.
CIDG-Mandaue agents arrest Rafael Bulalacao Sorono, 65, in Toledo City after a raid yields unlicensed .45 pistol, ammunition, and an air gun. Suspect now faces charges under RA 10591.
CIDG-Mandaue arrests Rafael Sorono, 65, seizes unlicensed .45 pistol, ammo, and air rifle in Toledo City raid. Suspect faces charges under RA 10591. Full details inside.
PDEG 7 arrests an Indian national in Cebu City for allegedly selling opium from his store. Authorities confiscate P163 million in cash and illegal drugs worth P208,000. Read the full story.
Police in Sultan Kudarat seized P19.8 million worth of smuggled cigarettes and P13,600 in illegal drugs in a major raid. The suspect remains at large. 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.
Several CIDG officers are relieved after P13 million from a P141M raid on an illegal Pogo in Bataan goes missing. An internal investigation reveals shocking details. 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.
Porac, Pampanga Mayor Jaime Capil posts bail for 7 graft counts tied to a 2024 illegal Pogo raid. His arraignment is set for December 11. Read the full story.
Six CIDG personnel face charges after P13 million vanished from seized Pogo cash in Bataan. PNP vows no tolerance for corruption. Read the full investigation details.
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.
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.
Philippine military forces raided a Dawlah Islamiya-Hassan Group hideout in Mamasapano, recovering high-powered firearms and explosives. Read about the operation's success.
A 28-year-old man was the only one arrested in a police raid on an illegal cockfighting session in Tabogon. He now faces charges after P238 was confiscated. Read the full story.
Authorities seized 104 cellphones and weapons in a surprise raid at CPDRC. The operation aims to stop illegal drug activities coordinated from inside the jail. Read more.
Police confiscated P136,000 worth of shabu and a firearm in Tubod, Lanao del Norte. Suspect remains at large as charges are prepared. Read the full details.
CIDG-Mandaue operatives seized a caliber .45 pistol from Charlito Capa Gorres during a search warrant operation in Barangay Butong, Pinamungajan. Read the full details of the police operation.
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!
Former Bamban mayor Alice Guo files motion to remain in Pasig City Female Dormitory after being convicted of qualified human trafficking. Read the latest developments in this high-profile case.
Cebu's P40M 'Learning on Wheels' initiative deploys mobile libraries to bridge learning gaps in math and science, responding to the Philippines' alarming PISA 2022 rankings.
Cebu Province reports 23 leptospirosis cases in early November 2025 after floods. Health officials urge residents to take doxycycline prophylaxis to prevent infection. Learn how to stay safe.
Talisay City police arrested seven individuals in separate illegal cockfighting operations on November 16, 2025. Authorities seized fighting cocks and betting money during the raids.