20,000 Attend Peaceful Mandaue Traslacion 2026
Mandaue City's Traslacion 2026 proceeded peacefully with a crowd of 20,000 devotees. Police report no incidents. Read about the successful religious event.
Mandaue City's Traslacion 2026 proceeded peacefully with a crowd of 20,000 devotees. Police report no incidents. Read about the successful religious event.
Ana Fe faces a heartbreaking decision between her overbearing mother, Domine, and her husband, Roberto, in Dalaguete, Cebu. A story of family ties, control, and the courage to choose one's own path.
At the 2026 Cebu International Investment Summit, executives warned that timely delivery of key projects like the 4th bridge and desalination plants is critical for competitiveness. Learn more.
The Philippine Supreme Court annulled a marriage due to the wife's psychological incapacity, citing her controlling, narcissistic behavior as grounds. Read the landmark ruling details.
Cebu buzzes with events: UAP Cebu's 50th-anniversary launch, an art exhibit for church rehab, Enye's Michelin celebration, and a new healthy restaurant at SM City. Discover the details.
A sibling named Zen seeks advice after discovering alarming details about their brother Zac's partner. Zen, Zac's only confidant about his LGBTQ identity, faces a moral conflict: reveal the truth to their strict father to end a harmful relationship?
Cebu's shift from tourism to an industrial hub depends on delivering major infrastructure, water, and energy projects on time. Business leaders warn delays could hurt competitiveness. Learn more.
A 22-year-old man was stabbed in Cebu by his older brother during an argument over selling household items for drugs. The suspect is now in custody. Read the full story.
Discover how a Cebu-based family business built a culture of excellence, leading to Michelin recognition. Learn the 4 pillars for success in business and life.
Actor Paolo Contis shares details of his holiday split between Manila and Cebu, emphasizing love for his children as the core of his modern, blended family. Read his heartfelt message.
After over two years of conflict, two families in Lanao del Sur signed a peace agreement on January 8, 2026, facilitated by local officials. The settlement, involving blood money, marks a triumph for community-led peacebuilding in BARMM.
Discover the four pillars of a winning culture that propelled a Cebu family business to Michelin recognition. Learn how belief, standards, accountability, and continuous improvement build lasting success.
Betty, a 28-year-old single mom, asks Papa Joe for advice. She left her womanizing partner but now he wants to return for the children. Should she sacrifice her principles for family? Read Papa Joe's response.
An OFW's years of sacrifice for her family are upended by a double pregnancy shock. She and her teenage sister are both expecting, revealing deep struggles overseas. Read her heartbreaking story.
Davao City's free No-Scalpel Vasectomy service saw a major increase to 279 acceptors in 2025. The safe, permanent family planning method is offered twice monthly. Learn how to avail.
Cebu's investment landscape is booming with P1.6 trillion in projects. Discover the key sectors driving growth and what it means for the local economy. Read the full analysis.
A 42-year-old man, allegedly drunk, used a 2x2 wood to destroy his brother-in-law's house in Danao City. The family subdued and restrained him. Police are preparing charges.
A 27-year-old mother, Adrea, seeks advice from Papa Joe after her in-laws show blatant favoritism towards her partner's first child, leaving her own children feeling unloved. Read the emotional plea and the tough-love response.
A heartwarming reunion in Ormoc City after three decades. Discover how community and government programs brought Nanay Saturnina home. Read her story of hope.
Solea Mactan Resort welcomed 2026 with a 'Tropical Countdown' lūʻau party on Dec 31, 2025. Guests enjoyed an international buffet, fire dances, and a foam pool party. Discover the details of this unforgettable island celebration.
The National Task Force warns of a coordinated online propaganda push by communist groups. Officials urge public vigilance against deceptive recruitment and the romanticization of violence.
Two feuding families from Indanan, Sulu, embraced peace last week. The municipal government and the 100th Infantry Battalion facilitated the historic agreement. Read more about this triumph for dialogue.
A public manager shares her transformative 2025, marked by the PMDP scholarship, family support, and academic wins for her kids. Read her inspiring story as she steps into 2026 with hope.
US military forces capture Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro in a shocking raid. Global protests erupt as Venezuela's military condemns the act. Read the latest international crisis updates.
US forces capture Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro in a large-scale Jan 2026 operation, sparking global outcry and an acting president declaration. Follow the latest developments.
A man from Cebu writes to Papa Joe about his lifelong anger towards his disciplinarian parents and his deep regret after their passing. Read his emotional story and Papa Joe's advice on healing and breaking the cycle.
As we enter 2026, many Filipinos ask why holidays feel different. Explore the shift from childhood excitement to adult responsibilities and the pressing issue of illegal fireworks safety.
A Ukrainian drone strike on a cafe and hotel in Kherson killed 24 and injured over 50 as civilians gathered for New Year celebrations. Read the full report on the tragic incident.
A 45-year-old widower is torn after a 23-year-old female colleague confesses her feelings. An advice columnist weighs in on the legal and emotional complexities of their potential relationship. Read the full story.
Cebu City Mayor Nestor Archival reflects on budget gaps, disasters, and reforms in 2025, while detailing plans for CCMC completion, tree planting, and waste segregation for 2026. Discover the roadmap for a more resilient city.