Cebu Christmas: Parol Maker, Artists Show Resilience
Discover how Cebu's Janet Gordola and local artists embody the Christmas spirit, turning typhoon damage into symbols of hope. Join the special Beyond the Headlines edition.
Discover how Cebu's Janet Gordola and local artists embody the Christmas spirit, turning typhoon damage into symbols of hope. Join the special Beyond the Headlines edition.
A new linguistic analysis shows Cebuano and Bisayan words share direct ancestry with Proto-Austronesian and Proto-Malayo-Polynesian languages, based on the work of linguist Robert Blust. Discover the fascinating connections.
A new linguistic analysis explores the Austronesian origins of Bisaya-Cebuano terms for family, animals, colors, and numbers. Discover the deep historical connections of this Philippine language.
Cebuano basketball talents like Jonathan 'Titing' Manalili headline the Cebu City Christmas League finale, drawing fans to the City Sports Institute Gym. Discover their inspiring journeys from local courts to UAAP and NCAA fame.
Jake Paul takes on former heavyweight champ Anthony Joshua in Miami this Saturday, Dec 20. Can the YouTuber pull off the historic upset? Watch on Netflix.
Filipina tennis star Alex Eala dominates Thailand's Mananchaya Sawangkaew 6-1, 6-2 to clinch the women's singles gold at the 2025 SEA Games, ending a 26-year wait for the Philippines. Read her triumphant story.
A Cebu-based journalist shares his immersive experience in a Chinese media program, from initial anxieties to profound insights on China's development and regional dynamics. Read his unique perspective.
Discover how a Capiz parol maker in Basak and Cebu artists transform typhoon damage into symbols of hope. Tune in to witness stories that redefine the Christmas spirit.
In Cebu, a parol maker keeps her craft alive and artists transform typhoon-damaged roofs into a glowing Christmas tree. Discover stories of resilience that redefine the holiday spirit. Tune in to Beyond the Headlines.
Gov. Pamela Baricuatro establishes Cebu People's Action Center via executive order, criticizing the Provincial Board's budget cut. The move aims to enhance community service, especially during emergencies.
Cebu Governor Pamela Baricuatro criticizes the Provincial Board for removing the P14-million budget for CPAC, a key service delivery program. Read about the legal clash and its impact on public service.
Cebuano authors The Brothers K launch their third novel, 'The Dreaming at the Drowned Town,' at the 2025 Manila International Book Fair. Explore their haunting tale of history and madness.
Fairfield by Marriott debuts in Mactan with a 196-room hotel at Mahi Center, signaling strong investor confidence in Cebu's tourism and business recovery. Explore the new gateway.
Governor Pamela Baricuatro defends the Cebu People's Action Center after the Provincial Board recommends defunding. Read about the clash over public service priorities.
A man was shot and wounded by police after a violent knife attack inside the Dumanjug Police Station. The suspect, known as 'Lingling,' now faces multiple charges. Read the full details.
In Sibonga, Cebu, Lola Opelia's dementia unveils a heartbreaking secret love for Miguel, a professor, hidden for decades from her family. Discover the power of enduring memory.
Seda Ayala Center Cebu illuminates its annual Christmas tree with the theme 'The Joy That Brings Us Together,' dedicating the event to communities affected by recent disasters. Discover their holiday offerings.
The Cebu Provincial Board's budget committee recommends defunding the P14M 2026 allocation for CPAC, citing lack of formal office structure. Final vote set for December 22, 2025.
A total of 244 new police recruits have officially joined the Police Regional Office-Negros Island Region in a ceremony in Bacolod City. They now begin rigorous training to serve and protect the community.
Mindanao officials pitch Davao Region to Hyundai for data center and small modular reactor investments. The move aims to boost digital infrastructure and clean energy, aligning with national goals.
Cebu Vice Governor Glenn Soco inaugurated the Pasko sa Kapitolyo 2025 Agri-Fishery Trade Fair on Dec. 15. The event features products from 17 localities and 19 private exhibitors, showcasing Cebuano resilience. Visit until December 19!
Pampanga's new dialysis center in Apalit, funded via a P30M PPP, offers free PhilHealth treatment. It aims to serve over 200 patients daily, with more centers planned across the province.
Discover the origins and global scale of the Austronesian language family, home to over 1200 languages including Cebuano and Tagalog. Learn about its history and key figures.
Converge ICT's Global Business Group moves its headquarters to Bonifacio Global City, marking a strategic shift to deepen its tech-driven services for large enterprises. Discover the impact.
Foodpanda's 'Pasko Na, We Gotchu' outreach delivered meals & care packages to Cebu City Medical Center patients & frontliners on Dec 5, 2025. Read about their holiday mission.
James Young triumphs at the Davao Tenpin Bowlers Association monthly finals. Read how he staged a thrilling comeback to win the championship and secure a grand finals spot.
A month after Typhoon Tino's flash floods, families in Talisay City's Purok Orchids remain in evacuation, battling mud and power outages. Read their story of resilience.
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.
The M Lhuillier Tree of Hope in Cebu City shines as a symbol of healing after a magnitude 6.9 earthquake and Typhoon Tino. See how the community finds light amidst loss.
Cebu City Medical Center acquires P38 million worth of new surgical equipment to address rising patient demand and aging machines. Mayor Archival commits to finishing hospital construction.