Sinulog 2026: Cebu Hotels Warn of Booking Scams
Cebu's hotel industry warns travelers of rising online booking scams ahead of the Sinulog festival. Learn how to protect yourself and book safely.
Cebu's hotel industry warns travelers of rising online booking scams ahead of the Sinulog festival. Learn how to protect yourself and book safely.
DepEd intensifies reforms in the Senior High School Voucher Program, filing cases for P37.58M in fraud and implementing stricter controls to protect public funds. Read more.
The Supreme Court has ordered a Cagayan de Oro woman to pay over P500,000 in damages for falsely claiming to be a legal spouse and heir. Learn how the ruling protects victims of property fraud.
Security Bank Foundation expanded its education programs in 2025, constructing 62 new classrooms and repairing 128 more to combat classroom shortages and support out-of-school youth in the Philippines.
Philippines hits UN education funding benchmark with P1.38 trillion 2026 budget. Senator Bam Aquino urges passage of Angat Sweldo Para sa Guro Act for P10,000 teacher pay increase. Read the full story.
Senator Sherwin Gatchalian says the 2026 budget allocates P85 billion to construct and rehab classrooms, targeting the 165,000-room backlog. Learn how this will impact schools.
Sen. Bam Aquino leads the latest PUBLiCUS Asia survey. Discover his plans for education reform and government transparency as he eyes 2026 priorities.
The Department of Education recognized 12 individuals for their extraordinary contributions to Philippine education. Discover the inspiring stories of teachers, learners, and private citizens who made a difference.
Bacolod City distributed P3,000 each to 814 scholars on Dec 24, 2025. Mayor Gasataya fast-tracked the P2.4M aid for immediate holiday needs. Learn more about the Peso program.
New SEA-PLM 2024 data shows only 27% of Filipino Grade 5 students are proficient in reading. Urgent, targeted action is needed to address widening inequalities in education.
A P7-month Cebu Technological University project is over a year late due to a political review, forcing students to endure classes under tents. Will the January 2026 promise be kept?
A viral Facebook post sparks debate as teen pregnancy is framed as a badge of honor online. Experts warn this romanticizes a life-altering reality. Learn why informed choices, not viral trends, empower youth.
Cebu Pacific warns passengers against buying tickets from unauthorized sellers on social media after three individuals were arrested for using stolen credit cards. Book directly to avoid being denied boarding.
A 35-year-old sales clerk in Cebu City is behind bars after being caught diverting a customer's payment to her personal bank account. The theft occurred at an engraving shop in Barangay Sambag 2. Read the full details of the arrest and investigation.
DepEd Central Visayas races to repair 200+ schools damaged by the Sept. 30 quake and Typhoon Tino, but faces a severe P4.3B funding gap and a lack of structural engineers. Learn about the recovery priorities.
A new study shows 60% of Filipino adults fell victim to scams in the past year. Learn about the common schemes and the new multi-sector alliance fighting back.
Senator Bam Aquino calls for urgent action to address the severe lack of support for over 5 million Filipino children with disabilities, highlighting gaps in education and funding.
DepEd 7 grapples with rehabilitating hundreds of Cebu schools damaged by a magnitude 6.9 quake and Typhoon Tino. With a P5.5B need and only P1.2B released, 700,000 students' education is at risk. Read more.
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.
A P27 million property scam reveals how fake land titles are issued in the Philippines. Learn the shocking details and how to protect yourself from real estate fraud. Buyer, beware!
DepEd Central Visayas struggles with depleted funds and engineer shortage to rehab schools hit by September's earthquake and Typhoon Tino. Over 700,000 students affected.
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.
1,767 children of decommissioned MILF combatants received P25,000 each for school fees, part of a P200,000 scholarship program under the Bangsamoro peace deal. Read how this initiative builds a brighter future.
Around 1,000 students in Candaba, Pampanga received P11,070 each from the SPES program, a joint effort by the LGU and DOLE to support education. Learn how this initiative helps local youth.
BARMM's MPW turns over a new P20-million student dormitory to Sulu State College in Patikul. The facility aims to ease accommodation constraints and enhance the learning environment for students and educators.
NBI 7 arrests five individuals for a P4 million real estate fraud in Cebu City. Suspects face estafa charges after using fake property titles. Stay vigilant this holiday season.
Davao City has approved its 2026 Local School Board budget for public schools. The move comes as teachers renew calls for a monthly allowance, highlighting funding priorities and ongoing challenges in education.
A Cebu court dismissed the P150,101 ATM skimming case against three Romanian nationals due to insufficient evidence, including lost CCTV footage and flawed warrants. Learn the details.
University of Cebu METC announces 2,625 fully-funded scholarship slots for Tourism & Hospitality Management. Government funding covers nearly P100,000 per student yearly. Apply now!
Home Credit Philippines alerts borrowers to rising loan-to-cash scams ahead of Christmas. Scammers pose as intermediaries, leaving victims with debt. Violators face 6-8 years in prison. Stay vigilant!