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Cebu City Aims to Curb Deceptive Real Estate Showrooms

Cebu City Councilor Harold Kendrick Go pushes a new ordinance requiring developers to clearly disclose what buyers actually receive upon unit turnover, with fines up to P5,000 for violations. Learn how this protects your investment.

US Auto Market Shifts as Buyers Rethink Spending

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.

4 Defective Scales Seized in Lapu-Lapu Market

Lapu-Lapu City officials intensify market inspections after confiscating 4 tampered scales. Daily random checks implemented to protect consumers during holiday shopping season. Stay informed!

Cebu November Inflation Seen at 1.1%-1.9%

BSP forecasts Cebu's November 2025 inflation between 1.1% and 1.9%. Discover the factors behind this economic trend and its implications for consumers.

Vietnam Tops ASEAN Consumer Confidence at 67

Vietnam leads ASEAN in consumer optimism with UOB index score of 67, driven by economic stability and strong personal finances. Discover what this means for regional growth.

Cebu's P5-B Waste-to-Energy Project Withdrawn

Environmental advocates celebrate as New Sky Energy withdraws from Cebu City's controversial waste-to-energy project. Discover the sustainable alternatives proposed for the city's 600-ton daily garbage problem.

DTI: No Price Hike on Basic Goods for 60 Days

DTI Secretary Cristina Roque guarantees stable prices of basic necessities following nationwide state of calamity declaration. Consumers urged to check official prices online.

Cebu Water Crisis Continues After Typhoon Tino

Cebu residents face water shortages since Typhoon Tino hit on November 4. Advocacy group Cera demands power grid reforms to prevent utility emergencies across the province.

60-Day Price Freeze on Basic Goods in Effect

The Philippine government implements a 60-day price freeze on basic necessities across the country following President Marcos Jr.'s state of calamity declaration due to El Niño.

Philippine Youth Climate Proposals Get Official Backing

Young Filipino climate activists gain unprecedented government support as their groundbreaking recommendations receive official endorsement for COP30, marking a historic moment in Philippine environmental policy.

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