LTFRB-7 Director Montealto Jr. Relieved from Duty
LTFRB Central Visayas Director Eduardo Montealto Jr. confirms his official relief. The move follows past protests from PUV operators demanding his removal. Read the full story.
LTFRB Central Visayas Director Eduardo Montealto Jr. confirms his official relief. The move follows past protests from PUV operators demanding his removal. Read the full story.
The Philippine government sets a hiring ceiling for contractual workers starting 2025. Learn how this move impacts public sector employment and worker welfare.
The chief of Dolores Municipal Police Station and 16 subordinates were relieved after a photo of their drinking session inside the station went viral. Read about the investigation and consequences.
Cebu City Mayor Nestor Archival clarifies that casual and job order workers will receive a gratuity pay, not a bonus, before Christmas. Find out the eligibility and amounts.
Mayor Nestor Archival clarifies that the P7,000 aid for Cebu City's casual and job order workers is a gratuity pay, not a Christmas bonus, aligning with national guidelines. Over 3,000 workers to benefit.
DENR staff document a rare leucistic Philippine Pied Fantail during a patrol in Great Sta. Cruz Island, Zamboanga. A unique genetic sighting for conservation. Read more.
Mandaue City Council approves Service Recognition Incentive & gratuity pay for workers following President Marcos Jr.'s AO 40. Read how local gov't expedited the process.
Mayor Vilma Caluag's executive order suspends PrimeWater's permit, handing water service control back to CSFWD. Residents await reliable taps and clear updates. #SanFernando #WaterService
Police Regional Office 6 reports significant declines in total crime, index crimes, and peace & order incidents for November 2025. PRO 6 Chief Brig. Gen. Ligan credits police work and community support. Read the full report.
Arayat leads five Pampanga LGUs honored as 2025 PEACE Marker Champions for outstanding peace and order programs. The award highlights the province's drive for community resilience.
President Marcos approves a multi-year base pay increase for military and uniformed personnel (MUPs), boosting morale and welfare. The hike will be implemented in three tranches from 2026.
Mandaue City Hall confirms release of year-end bonuses for regular employees. Performance incentives & differentials for JO workers, BHWs pending council approval. Read more.
Danao City students return to classrooms on December 3, 2025, after safety inspections. Schools declared safe post-earthquake and typhoon. Executive Order No. 098 S. 2025 details the mandate.
DENR issues violation notice for Holonman Aquathlon 2025, forcing Race to Lake Holon 2025 cancellation. Organizers defer to July 2026 for compliance. Read the full story.
Bacolod City issues cease order against Neo Food Corporation for illegal creek fencing causing flooding. Company given 72 hours to explain. #BacolodNews
Governor Pamela Baricuatro orders the resumption of classes in Cebu on November 26, 2025, post-typhoon. Mandaue City also resumes face-to-face learning. Stay informed on local education updates.
Private sector workers in Eastern Visayas get a PHP35 daily wage increase. The hike starts with PHP17, effective 15 days after publication, and PHP18 from June 1, 2026. Kasambahay pay also rises.
Former Cebu City official warns halted Monterrazas de Cebu development creates landslide danger. DENR stoppage order leaves slopes exposed without stabilization measures. Learn the risks.
Former Cebu planning director warns Monterrazas de Cebu faces immediate landslide threat due to exposed excavations. Tropical depression Verbena compounds the danger.
Cebu City Mayor Nestor Archival attends the National Peace and Order Council meeting in Manila and a Smart Cities Conference in Japan, while monitoring an incoming weather disturbance for Cebu.
White House eliminates punitive tariffs on Brazilian agricultural products including coffee, beef, and fruits. Move aims to ease inflation as 63% of voters disapprove of tariff policy. Full details.
The Department of Foreign Affairs confirms no court order has been received to cancel Zaldy Co's passport. Learn about the legal requirements for passport cancellation under RA 11983.
Comelec expects 27 government contractors to explain campaign donations to 21 candidates in the 2022 elections. Chairman Garcia issues Friday deadline for show cause orders.
DENR orders Monterrazas de Cebu to cease operations following environmental violations. Investigation continues into Cotcot River disaster that killed 60+ people in Liloan.
Mountain bikers uncover rampant illegal construction in Central Cebu's protected landscape, raising flood risks. DENR's oversight is questioned as communities suffer from Typhoon Tino's devastation. Demand accountability now.
Arayat LGU has donated land to PNP for a modern police station. Mayor Jeffrey Luriz and Colonel Leo Bacon lead the turnover to enhance local peace and order.
The Trump administration removes reciprocal tariffs on coffee, tropical fruits, and beef to ease rising prices. The move could impact Filipino exporters and global trade. Read more.
Monterrazas de Cebu denies DENR allegations of cutting 700 trees on its hillside development. The controversy emerges after Typhoon Tino's floods raised environmental concerns in Cebu City.
Monterrazas de Cebu strongly denies DENR allegations of cutting 700 trees in Guadalupe development. Developer claims compliance with environmental standards amid flooding controversy.
DENR uncovers 700+ illegal tree cuttings and multiple environmental violations at Monterrazas de Cebu hillside development following Typhoon Tino investigation. Read the full report.