P500 Noche Buena Budget Forces Simpler Christmas in Philippines
Rising food prices force Filipino families to rethink Noche Buena with budgets as low as P500. Students share how to celebrate meaningfully. Discover affordable holiday strategies.
Rising food prices force Filipino families to rethink Noche Buena with budgets as low as P500. Students share how to celebrate meaningfully. Discover affordable holiday strategies.
BSP surveys reveal Filipino households remain positive about the 2026 economy, planning more spending, while businesses turn cautious. Dive into the data on inflation, peso, and hiring.
Philippine business confidence rose to 29.7% in Q4 2025, fueled by holiday demand. Yet, consumer sentiment fell to -22.2% on inflation, corruption fears. Read the full BSP survey analysis.
Davao City halts Green GSM's all-electric taxi fleet for lacking permits. LTFRB says the company was warned. Read about the compliance issues and the future of EV transport in the city.
DA-Davao refutes claims of selling FMR projects, reaffirms transparent bidding. Details on recent P177M, P57M projects in Davao Region and a P65.5B backlog.
A new survey reveals Davao City residents are entering Christmas with strong hope, anchored on peace, safety, and inclusive growth. Discover their top wishes for 2026.
Davao Light's franchise expansion under RA 12144 promises stable power for Davao de Oro, boosting small businesses and keeping professionals local. Read how this shift impacts the community.
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.
The IMF lowered its 2025 GDP growth forecast for the Philippines to 5.1% due to trade uncertainty and Q3 slowdown. Discover the outlook for 2026 and key reforms needed.
Philippine inflation cooled to 1.5% in November, staying within the BSP's forecast. Food prices eased, but electricity and fuel costs rose. Discover the full economic outlook here.
Davao City launches its Pasko Fiesta 2025 with a nostalgic theme, road closures for parades, and a 30-foot Christmas tree. Discover the schedule and traffic advisories for the holiday season.
DSWD-Davao intensifies its Pag-Abot Program for street families this Christmas. 124 beneficiaries have received aid, with financial support up to P10,000. Learn how the program works and how you can help.
The Philippine Army's 10th ID reports a major victory against insurgents in Davao Region for 2025, dismantling the last NPA unit and seizing drugs and firearms. Read the full report on the region's new peace.
MinDA Secretary Leo Magno confirms the P2.07-billion Maa-Magtuod Flyover is 84.3% complete and on track for a 2025 finish, aiming to drastically cut Metro Davao traffic congestion.
Davao City Health Office intensifies HIV/AIDS awareness, offering free testing and promoting the ABCDE prevention method. Learn about treatment hubs and how to access services.
Inflation in Central Visayas accelerated to 3.3% in November 2025, driven by rising electricity and transport costs. Discover the key factors behind the regional surge.
The Philippines' DA implements price controls on essential goods as inflation slows to 1.5%. Learn how this move aims to protect consumers this season.
Philippine inflation slowed to 1.5% in November 2025, averaging 1.6% for the year. Officials credit food security measures and announce plans for more affordable rice and electricity subsidies.
The Escandor family ushered in the holiday season at The Royal Mandaya Hotel's annual tree lighting ceremony on November 29, 2025. Read about the festive 'Christmas Tradition of Love' event in Davao.
Davao City gears up for Pasko Fiesta 2025 with temporary road closures for Banda Dasig & Parada sa Pasko. Discover the schedule, affected areas, and event details.
Davao City's Office of the City Building Official (OCBO) mandates subdivision developers to provide essential documents for building permits. Failure to comply causes delays for unit owners. Learn about the required papers and developer obligations.
Davao City Health Office secures numerous accolades at the DOH Harmonized Health Awards 2025, recognized for child health, UHC, and healthy workplaces. Discover the city's health achievements.
Davao City Government awards P100,000 cash and plaques to 24 centenarians in 2025 under a local ordinance. Learn how to apply for the benefit for your elderly relatives.
DTI and Davao City's new Office of Culture, Arts, and Heritage join forces to integrate local artists into the formal economy and unlock market access under the PCIDA law.
Team Pilipinas-Davao clinched the 2025 Asean Schools Games basketball crown in Brunei, sweeping all matches. Read how their teamwork and values led to victory!
DSWD-Davao Region announces a significant decline in Violence Against Women and Children cases from 2023 to 2024. Officials credit grassroots advocacy and strengthened reporting mechanisms for the progress.
The Happy Animals Club challenges Davao City's statement on a planned public shelter, citing broken promises. The shelter faces eviction and needs ₱9 million to move 350 animals by year's end.
Explore Davao Region with the new Davao Tourist Passport. Get discounts, exclusive promos, and curated travel guides for P500. Valid for all of 2026. Discover more!
Philippine Producer Price Index growth eased to 0.3% in October 2025, pulled down by electronics and food. Discover the key drivers and what it means for inflation.
Rising car prices and economic worries push Americans to buy used cars and extend loans. The EV market slumps after a key tax credit ends. Discover the full impact on consumer spending.