SM Zamboanga Job Fair Offers 400+ Positions
SM City Zamboanga, with PESO and DOLE, hosts a major job fair on January 16-17 at Mayor Vitaliano Agan Coliseum. Over 400 jobs from 20+ employers. Register online now!
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Mayor Olaso Cup 2026 Opens with Exhibition Game
The Mayor Olaso Cup 2026 kicks off in Zamboanga City with an exhibition game featuring Manila All Stars and Team Zamboanga. Discover grassroots talent and see local heroes in action!
3 Dead, 35 Missing in Cebu Landfill Landslide
Search and rescue operations intensify at Binaliw landfill after a trash slide buries workers. Authorities confirm three fatalities and 35 missing as families await news.
Cebu Landfill Collapse: 3 Dead, 35 Missing
The death toll from the Binaliw landfill collapse in Cebu City has risen to three, with 35 workers still missing. Search and rescue operations face methane gas risks. Read for the latest updates.
SM Zamboanga Donates Land for Road Widening Project
Mayor Khymer Olaso commends SM Zamboanga for land donation to decongest traffic. The move supports the city's road widening initiative on Mayor Vitaliano Agan Avenue. Read more.
Zamboanga Fire Injures 3, Destroys P200K Property
A major fire at a Zamboanga City wharf burned for over three hours, destroying two motorboats and injuring three crew members. The blaze caused an estimated P200,000 in damages. Read the full report.
Missing Activist Found Alive in Occidental Mindoro
Chantal Anicoche, missing amid military clashes, was rescued by the Philippine Army in Abra de Ilog. Read the full story of her discovery and the official statement.
PNP Pledges Support in Cebu Landfill Landslide Rescue
PNP acting chief Lt. Gen. Jose Melencio Nartatez Jr. commits police resources to search and rescue after a deadly landslide at Binaliw landfill in Cebu City. Authorities confirm one fatality, ongoing efforts to find trapped individuals.
Cebu City Eyes SRP for Garbage After Binaliw Landslide
Cebu City Councilor Joel Garganera suggests the SRP DPS office as a temporary waste transfer station after the Binaliw landfill landslide disrupted collection. Residents are asked to hold their trash.
15 Fugitives Arrested in Zamboanga Peninsula Since Jan 1
PRO-Zamboanga Peninsula reports major gains with 15 arrests, including 5 most wanted persons, in intensified start-of-year law enforcement drive. Read more.
Coast Guard Saves Electrocuted Seafarer Near Zamboanga
Philippine Coast Guard swiftly evacuated a Chinese crew member after an onboard electrocution in the Basilan Strait. Read about the life-saving maritime rescue operation.
18-Year-Old Student Drowns in Toledo City Beach
The body of Geral Avila Mahidlawon, an 18-year-old student, was recovered after a two-day search following a drowning incident in Toledo City. Read the full story.
Teen with Epilepsy Found Dead in Pinamungajan River
A 19-year-old boy with epilepsy was found dead in a river in Pinamungajan, Cebu. Police found no signs of foul play. Read the full story for details.
Alcohol Blamed in Half of Davao Region Drowning Cases
Coast Guard District Southeastern Mindanao reports six drowning incidents in Davao Region as of Jan 5, 2025, with three involving intoxication. Officials urge public to avoid drinking while swimming.
PCG Officer Saves Child from Drowning in Zamboanga
An off-duty Philippine Coast Guard member performed CPR to save an 8-year-old child from drowning at a Zamboanga City resort. Read the heroic story of quick action.
Zamboanga Business Registration 2026 Starts Jan 5 at New BOSS
Zamboanga City launches its new Business One-Stop-Shop (BOSS) building on January 5, 2026. Business owners can register or renew permits from January 5 to 20 for a faster, more efficient process. Get your documents ready!
P1.6M Smuggled Cigarettes Seized in Zamboanga
Authorities in Zamboanga City confiscated smuggled cigarettes worth P1.6 million after a chase. The driver fled, leaving behind the van and a national ID. Read the full report.
61 Koreans rescued from stranded boat in Lapu-Lapu
Coast Guard and police rescue 61 Korean tourists after their motor banca, Black Pearl, ran aground off Olango Island. All passengers safe. Read the full story.
Man drowns while swimming in Liloan after drinking
A 49-year-old man drowned off Pilapil's Park in Liloan, Cebu. The victim, Roel Taneo Hortellano, was reportedly drinking before the incident. Read the full report on the tragic accident.
Four Drownings in Davao Region, Coast Guard Reports
The Coast Guard District Southeastern Mindanao reports four drowning incidents in Davao since December 2, 2025. The agency also details its holiday safety operations and passenger assistance.
USNS Cesar Chavez Rescues 3 Pinoy Fishermen
Three Filipino fishermen were rescued by the US Navy after drifting for days in the South China Sea. Read about the dramatic rescue and coordination for their safe return home.
Zamboanga Fire Destroys P960K Properties on New Year's Eve
A commercial establishment in Zamboanga City was gutted by fire on December 31, 2025, causing an estimated P960,000 in damage. Read the full report on the incident.
USNS Cesar Chavez Rescues 3 Filipino Fishermen
Three Filipino fishermen were rescued by a US Navy ship after being adrift for days. Read about the dramatic South China Sea rescue and coordination with Philippine authorities.
Pumpboat Sinks Near Bohol, 18 Rescued by Coast Guard
18 individuals were rescued after a pumpboat capsized near Gilutungan Island. The Philippine Coast Guard urges maritime safety vigilance during the holiday travel rush.
Man, 20, drowns in Talisay City river on Dec 29
A young man from Bacolod drowned in a Talisay City river on Monday afternoon. The victim slipped on a rock and could not swim. Read the full story.
Critically Endangered Crocodile Rescued in Zamboanga
A juvenile Philippine crocodile, surrendered in Pagadian City, is now under care at the Regional Wildlife Rescue Center for assessment and rehabilitation. Learn about this conservation effort.
3 Fishermen Arrested, P865K Gear Seized in Zamboanga
Maritime police in Zamboanga City arrested three fishermen and confiscated illegal fishing equipment worth P865,500. The operations signal a crackdown on violations of the Fisheries Code. Read more.
Man Found Dead After Jumping from Ship in Cebu
A 52-year-old man from Medellin, Cebu, was found dead on Christmas Eve after reportedly jumping from a passenger ship. Authorities have declared the death a suicide. Read the full report.
Boy, 12, drowns in Butuanon River, Mandaue
A 12-year-old boy drowned in the Butuanon River in Mandaue City. His father demands an investigation as friends initially hid the truth. Read the full story.
8 Badjao Members Rescued for Begging in Cebu City
Cebu authorities rescued eight Badjao individuals for violating the Anti-Mendicancy Ordinance at a major intersection. The operation aims to ensure safety ahead of Sinulog and ASEAN Summit.
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