Siquijor's airport officially opens its tarmac, welcoming its first commercial flight on December 15, 2025. This milestone ends decades of reliance on sea travel and promises a major boost to the island's tourism and economy. Discover the new gateway to t
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.
President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. will forgo his holiday break to conduct a thorough review of the proposed P6.793-trillion 2026 national budget, aiming to sign it into law before the year ends.
Cebu bus terminals urge passengers to use new satellite pick-up points on Dec 22-23 & 29-30 to avoid congestion. Learn locations and travel tips here.
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!
Davao City Overland Transport Terminal nears its P50M 2025 revenue target, driven by peak holiday passenger traffic. Manager Aisa Usop expects to exceed the goal, citing strong 2024 performance.
Authorities intercepted three suspects at Caticlan Airport for using fake credit cards to book Cebu Pacific flights. Learn how to protect yourself from travel scams.
Cebu Pacific warns passengers after three individuals were intercepted at Caticlan Airport for using fraudulent credit cards to book and resell tickets. Book only via official channels to avoid issues.
The PNP strengthens safety measures for tourists and vacationers this Christmas. Acting chief Lt. Gen. Nartatez assures proactive steps and high alert status nationwide.
The Catholic Educational Association of the Philippines welcomes the first-ever livestream of bicameral budget talks as a transparency win. It urges lawmakers to build strong public institutions over political patronage. Read more.
DCott launches Mindanao's longest direct bus route from Davao to Zamboanga City. Travel time is 18 hours, with fares from P1,200. Plan your trip now!
European Chamber Chairman Antonio Peralta criticizes unverified claims linking Mindanao to the Sydney mass shooting, highlighting the region's strong economic growth and investor confidence. Read more.
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.
The Cebu Provincial Board's budget committee recommends defunding the P14M 2026 allocation for CPAC, citing lack of formal office structure. Final vote set for December 22, 2025.
Cebu Province's 2026 revenue projections plummet by P10.12B after inflated estimates from the previous Garcia administration. Governor Baricuatro proposes a 'realistic' P11.9B budget. Read the full report on the fiscal overhaul.
A look at Bangkok's massive tourism lead over the Philippines and the painful end to Alas Pilipinas' medal hopes in the 2025 SEA Games volleyball semifinals. Can the Philippines catch up?
Coast Guard stations in Central Visayas have lifted the initial voyage suspension as Tropical Depression Wilma weakened. Key routes from Cebu to Camotes, Toledo, and San Carlos resume operations. PAGASA continues to warn small vessels.
Tropical Depression Wilma weakened into a low pressure area on Dec. 7, 2025, allowing sea travel to resume in Cebu. However, Pagasa warns of continued rains and hazardous seas. Read for safety updates.
The Supreme Court's ruling against PhilHealth fund diversion exposes a systemic flaw in the national budget. Discover the P1 trillion question behind unprogrammed appropriations and the call for public accountability.
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 questions P6.8 million in Cebu Province's 2024 foreign travel expenses, citing missing docs and procurement violations. Read the full report.
The Commission on Audit uncovers P6.8M in questionable foreign travel expenses by Cebu Provincial Government in 2024, including excess baggage fees for a non-participant. Read the full report.
Actor Miguel Tanfelix reveals he was scammed of P20,000 during his 27th birthday trip to Rio de Janeiro. Get the full story and his warning to travelers.
Bayan Central Visayas criticizes Cebu lawmakers for securing P55.77B in DPWH funds, arguing it neglects hospitals, housing, and education. Read the full investigation.
Cebu City Council greenlights a P13.4 billion budget for 2026, prioritizing streamlined spending and manpower rationalization. Key allocations and amendments detailed.
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!
Malacañang remains optimistic about achieving the 5.5%-6.5% GDP target for 2025 despite hurdles. Palace urges Congress to fast-track the 2026 budget to avoid a reenacted spending plan. Read the latest updates.
Malacañang clarifies COA's ₱14M flag on OP travel funds, citing delayed reimbursements from other agencies. Over 55% already collected. Get the full story.
Cebu City residents criticize the DTI's P500 Noche Buena budget as insufficient for a traditional Christmas meal amid rising prices. Learn why families are calling the proposal 'insulting'.