Visa: Filipino Holiday Spending Grows 8%, Peaks Dec 23
Visa Philippines reports an 8% annual growth in Filipino Christmas spending, with December 23 as the peak day. Discover the spending trends and top tourist origins. Read more for insights.
Visa Philippines reports an 8% annual growth in Filipino Christmas spending, with December 23 as the peak day. Discover the spending trends and top tourist origins. Read more for insights.
Discover The Loccal Collection Hotel, a Santorini-inspired retreat in Labuan Bajo, Indonesia. Your gateway to Komodo dragons & island adventures. Plan your escape now!
Cebu terminal officials urge passengers to use satellite terminals and pick-up points to ease congestion during the expected peak travel days of December 22-23 and 29-30. Plan your trip now!
Regular employees of Cebu Provincial Government may receive up to P55,000 in bonuses this Christmas. Release expected after December 25. Read the full story.
The DOH calls for a safer holiday season, urging Filipinos to avoid health risks from the '4Ms', alcohol, and fireworks. Embrace 'TED' and 'BiyaHealthy' for a joyful celebration.
Malacañang suspends work in all government offices on December 29, 2025, and January 2, 2026, to give employees a longer New Year break. Read the official details.
Cebu Normal University graduates lead the September & November 2025 LEPT. Jed Vincent Abadia tops Secondary Level with 94.80%. See the full list of top performers.
Caja Kitchen Cebu invites you to a festive P799 Christmas buffet on Dec 24 & 25. Enjoy lunch or dinner with family. Book now for a memorable holiday feast!
Traffic in Cebu and Mandaue cities reaches critical levels due to Christmas rush, extended school calendars, and Sinulog prep. Officials warn of worsening conditions until Dec 23. Plan your trips.
Cebu City Police intensify patrols for illegal fireworks sales. Only 18 vendors are authorized to operate in a single zone. Read the full safety guidelines.
As Christmas 2025 nears, a call for reflection on our 2024 actions emerges from Lapu-Lapu City. Will you commit to positive change and healing? Read the full introspection.
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.
Cebu Archbishop Jose S. Palma reminds the faithful that Christmas is about love, family, and faith, not just material gifts. Read his heartfelt message for the season.
President Marcos Jr. directs the PNP to enhance security for Christmas. Over 100,000 police deployed to ensure safe Simbang Gabi and holiday travels. Read the full story.
Traffic in Mandaue City surges due to Christmas shopping. Team head Hyll Retuya details congestion hotspots and measures like reinforced personnel and adjusted schedules to manage the flow.
The Philippine National Police has ramped up security measures at key tourist spots following a Canadian travel advisory. Acting PNP chief Lt. Gen. Nartatez assures 24/7 vigilance.
NBI-7 agents arrest four individuals for a P4 million estafa scam involving a fake land title in Mambaling, Cebu. One suspect remains at large. Public warned of holiday season fraud.
Mayor Nestor Archival turns over 12 brand-new dump trucks to Cebu City barangays to strengthen local garbage collection. The P95M project, funded by the previous administration's LDF, aims to decentralize waste management.
Cebu City Mayor Nestor Archival turns over 12 new dump trucks to barangays to improve garbage collection. The P95-million project was funded by the previous administration's Local Development Fund.
Lapu-Lapu City enforces strict safety checks on firecracker stalls. Officials limit stock, mandate safe distances, and warn of heavy penalties for violations. Stay safe this holiday season.
A Davao-based worker shares his journey of overcoming holiday stress and heartbreak by setting boundaries and focusing on mental health. Learn expert tips for a peaceful Christmas season.
Private sector employees working on December 8, 2025, a special non-working holiday, are entitled to 130% of their basic wage. Learn the DOLE rules for overtime and rest day pay.
PRO 6 increases patrols and coordinates with LGUs to secure churches, plazas, and transport hubs for a safe Christmas in Western Visayas. Report suspicious activity via hotlines.
The Philippines FDA advises parents to inspect toy safety labels before buying gifts this Christmas. Key details include age grading and compliance info to prevent accidents.
DOLE releases pay rules for the Dec 8 special non-working holiday. Workers get extra 30% pay, 50% if it's their rest day. Check the details now.
Mandaue City's BPLO mandates special permits for businesses holding events outside their premises this Christmas season to ensure public safety and order. Read the full guidelines.
Mandaue City's Business Permit Office reminds establishments to secure special permits for extended holiday operations. Mayor Ouano may form a monitoring team. Safety is the priority.
A personal essay on how a mother's simple chocolate-laden Christmas tree created a lifetime of sweet memories and a tradition of sharing joy in the Philippines.
Week 6 raffle winners have won P500 gift vouchers. The holiday season brings new prizes up to P10,000, with the raffle extended until January 4, 2026. Join the fun at scratchit.com.ph.
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.