Danao City Mayor refuses permits for ₱89.35M DPWH road projects, calling for funds to be redirected to urgent bridge repairs and flood control after Typhoon Tino. A clash over local priorities vs. national planning.
Senator Sherwin Gatchalian refutes claims of P17.9B pork barrel in the 2026 budget, stating LGU funds are vital investments. Read his full defense.
Pag-Ibig Fund invests P10B with Megawide to fast-track 7,143 socialized housing units in Dasmariñas, Cavite, under the Expanded 4PH program. Learn how this partnership aims to boost homeownership.
Pag-IBIG Fund's year-end raffles awarded prizes up to P500,000, successfully expanding membership among OFWs and informal workers while promoting its loan programs. Learn how to join.
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.
The Commission on Audit raises serious concerns over Cebu City's financial reporting, asset management, and low use of development funds. Discover the key findings and recommendations.
COA's 2024 audit reveals Cebu City reported P11.18B as spent but not disbursed, with a P3.9B development fund only 7.4% used. Read the full report on financial transparency.
State auditors found Talisay City Government charged ineligible expenses like a traffic command center and salary differentials to its disaster risk reduction fund in 2023-2024. Read the full report.
The DBM commits to timely fund release for PhilHealth's P113B 2026 subsidy, the largest single-year investment for poor Filipinos' healthcare, backed by sin taxes and restored SC funds.
The Commission on Audit discovered Talisay City charged ₱26.6M in non-disaster expenses to its calamity fund. Officials defended the spending, but auditors rejected their justifications. Read the full report.
A new Metrobank survey reveals how Filipinos' savings priorities evolve from youth to retirement. Discover the top goals and how to start saving digitally.
The Supreme Court voids the transfer of P89.9B from PhilHealth, ordering its return. The ruling upholds the Universal Health Care Act and protects public health funds. Read the full story.
The Supreme Court mandates the return of P60 billion in PhilHealth funds and voids a provision allowing GOCC fund transfers. Learn how this protects your healthcare benefits.
Davao de Oro Province provides ₱4.5 million in financial assistance to 11 earthquake-affected LGUs in Cebu. Read how this act of solidarity supports recovery efforts.
Cebu Board Member Celestino Martinez clarifies his questions about P25M sea ambulances, emphasizing budget oversight role amid online reactions to Governor Baricuatro's comments.
The Department of Education has allocated P1 billion from its Quick Response Fund to repair Cebu schools damaged by the September 2025 earthquake. Learn how this funding will prioritize reconstruction efforts.
Borbon Municipal Council approves an ordinance for P80 million in aid for earthquake and typhoon recovery. Learn how the funds will be used transparently.
Cebu City officials are expediting review of P1.5 billion unutilized Local Development Fund projects since 2016. Mayor Archival urges barangays to identify relocation sites for typhoon-affected families.
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Cebu City Mayor Nestor Archival directs barangays to identify relocation sites to move families from classrooms and danger zones. P1.5B in delayed projects reviewed.
Mandaue City maintains 11 active evacuation centers with 496 families displaced by Typhoon Tino. City seeks national aid as response funds prove insufficient for full recovery.
Davao del Sur boosts education with new covered stages for Sulop schools and welcomes 1,400 new scholars. Governor Cagas leads the investment in youth and infrastructure.
Cebu Province faces critical disaster fund shortage after earthquakes and typhoons depleted P110M. Officials warn of limited capacity for future emergencies. Pray for no December storms.
Pag-IBIG Fund provides 1-month payment moratorium, calamity loans, and housing insurance benefits for members affected by recent typhoons and earthquakes. Apply online via Virtual Pag-IBIG.
DHSUD implements nationwide moratorium on housing amortization to provide relief to families affected by Typhoon Tino. Immediate suspension ordered across key housing agencies.
Cebu Province declares state of calamity after Typhoon Tino's devastation. Learn how this legal measure accelerates aid, imposes price controls, and mobilizes emergency resources for affected communities.
Davao City dispatches 16 trucks with essential supplies to Cebu Province following Typhoon Tino. Governor Baricuatro expresses gratitude for ongoing support. Read about the relief efforts.
President Marcos Jr. visits La Castellana, releases P45M assistance for Typhoon Tino victims. P10M each for La Castellana and Moises Padilla. Read how the funds will help recovery.
Recent absences of officials during typhoons spark debate on crisis leadership. True leadership means staying when disasters approach, not delegating responsibility.