91 Fireworks Injuries, 331 Road Crashes in PH Christmas Week
The DOH recorded 91 fireworks-related injuries and 331 road crashes during Christmas week. Most victims were young males. Learn the full report and safety tips.
The DOH recorded 91 fireworks-related injuries and 331 road crashes during Christmas week. Most victims were young males. Learn the full report and safety tips.
A new APEC report warns electricity demand in Asia-Pacific could soar 96% by 2060, driven by EVs and data centers. See the massive investment needed for the energy transition.
Cebu City Mayor Nestor Archival announces the Cebu City Medical Center construction will resume in January 2026 after a six-month audit revealed P400M in structural defects. The city aims for partial operations by late 2026.
Cebu City Mayor Nestor Archival announces the Cebu City Medical Center construction will resume in January 2026, targeting completion by October. The city also plans PhilHealth expansion to ensure the hospital's financial sustainability.
Cebu City Councilor Pastor Alcover Jr. proposes a satellite government office in the uplands to bring vital services closer to residents, reducing travel burdens and costs.
Recent tragic suicides, including a public figure's daughter and a call center agent, highlight a pressing mental health crisis in the Philippines during the festive season. Experts urge compassion and support, sharing critical hotline numbers.
After a six-month audit, Cebu City's long-delayed medical center construction will restart in January 2025, aiming for partial use by November. Mayor Archival vows to complete this vital public health project.
After 2025's disasters, a new journalism approach asks why Cebu suffered so much. It shifts focus from survival stories to accountability for flood control funds and failed projects. Read the investigation.
The Cebu City Police Office has launched a new command center to boost security monitoring and response ahead of major 2026 events like Sinulog and the ASEAN Summit. Read more.
Survivors of Typhoon Tino in Cebu City celebrated Christmas 2025 with karaoke and simple meals at an evacuation center, showcasing unity and hope after devastating floods. Read their inspiring story.
Borough Lasik Center opens in Cagayan de Oro, offering LASIK and bladeless cataract surgery. Achieve 20/20 vision with world-class technology. Book your screening today!
A large emergency-level fire came within 2km of Boddington, WA on Christmas Day, burning 3,700 hectares. Residents evacuated as firefighters battle the blaze. Read the latest updates.
Cebu's executive department is reviewing the CPAC's position after legislative funding denial. Officials assure public services will continue uninterrupted. Read the latest.
The Philippine Red Cross Zamboanga City Chapter concluded 2025 by providing free medical services, groceries, and kits to 180 underprivileged families in Guiwan. Read about this impactful community partnership.
Cebu's Provincial Board greenlights a Disaster Risk Reduction and Management in Health (DRRM-H) system to enhance provincial readiness for health emergencies and climate-related disasters.
The DSWD inaugurated a Pag-Abot Center in the Pampanga Capitol Compound on December 22. The facility offers shelter, food, and services to homeless individuals and vulnerable sectors. Learn how this initiative aims to create safer living conditions.
A new P34 million DOH BUCAS Center is underway in Santa Ana, Pampanga, with a target opening in July 2026. The project boosts local healthcare access.
Cebu City Council passes ordinances for free annual medical exams and 24/7 mental health support. Mayor Archival's approval pending to implement the P50 million initiative for vulnerable residents.
Cebu City Council institutionalizes free annual health check-ups and mental health services for seniors, PWDs, LGBTQIA+, and low-income residents. Learn about the new citywide system.
Mandaue City Health Office reports only one confirmed leptospirosis case in 2025, despite 62 suspected cases. Officials urge calm, citing normal lab processing delays.
Cebu City Council institutionalizes free annual health checkups for vulnerable sectors and a citywide mental health system. Mayor Archival's signature pending for implementation.
Anthony Joshua delivers a brutal knockout to YouTube star Jake Paul in their heavyweight match at Miami's Kaseya Center. Read the full fight recap and results.
Amid economic strain, a writer discovers profound peace and renewal at Surigao del Sur's Lanuza Marine Park for just a ten-peso entrance fee. A story of faith, nature, and affordable respite.
The DOH is exploring an expansion of zero-balance billing to cover semi-private rooms for barangay health workers. This move follows a directive from President Marcos Jr. to widen the program's reach.
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.
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.
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.