Boljoon's 'Okey Ra' Cry: A Tale of Enduring Hardship
Residents of El Pardo, Boljoon, Cebu, voice their silent suffering, questioning how long they must endure poverty and neglect. Read their powerful story of resilience.
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160-Meter Soligao Creek Rehab Cuts Flooding in Misamis Oriental
FDC Misamis Power Corp completes riprapping and dredging of Soligao Creek, reducing floods and improving water quality. See how the Adopt-an-Estero program benefits Villanueva communities.
Colonial Feudal Mindset Perpetuates Poverty in PH
An analysis argues that a submissive cultural mindset, a colonial legacy, prevents Filipinos from challenging inequality. Liberation requires critical education and religion.
Global Experts Push WHO on Tobacco Harm Reduction
Over 40 medical experts urge WHO to adopt tobacco harm reduction, citing scientific evidence that smoke-free alternatives can save millions of lives. Read their compelling arguments.
DSWD Launches P50-70M Community Resilience Project
DSWD launches Philippine Community Resilience Project with P50-70M funding for vulnerable municipalities. Building disaster-resilient communities through participatory planning.
Woman's journey from tragedy to redemption in Cebu
Kristabel overcomes childhood trauma and poverty through a mysterious twist of fate after visiting Diego Salvador's grave. Read her inspiring story of survival and transformation.
Community-Driven Development Empowers Rural Philippines
DSWD Secretary Rex Gatchalian champions community-led development for impactful projects in remote areas. Discover how this bottom-up approach delivers real change.
Sulu Barangay Chiefs Complete Disaster Management Training
27 village chiefs in Maimbung, Sulu completed disaster risk reduction training to strengthen community resilience. Learn how this initiative enhances local disaster response.
Philippine Groups Challenge WHO Tobacco Restrictions
Consumer and farmer groups urge WHO to adopt science-based tobacco harm reduction strategies ahead of Geneva summit. Learn how this affects Filipino livelihoods and public health.
Western Visayas Crime Drops Over 18% in 2024
Western Visayas experiences significant crime reduction with index crimes decreasing by 18.18% in first half of 2024, according to latest PNP data.
DSWD-7 Shares Social Welfare Excellence at KM Fair 2025
The Department of Social Welfare and Development in Central Visayas shares groundbreaking social welfare strategies and community empowerment programs at the upcoming Knowledge Management Fair 2025.
Cebu Builders Create Homes from Animal Bones
Discover how Cebuano innovators are transforming discarded animal bones into eco-friendly construction materials, creating affordable housing while reducing waste.
Poverty Dictates Funeral Choices in Cebu
In Cebu's public cemeteries, poverty continues to shape lives even after death. Discover how economic hardship forces families to make heartbreaking choices about their final resting places.
Davao City SP OKs Disaster Prevention Measures
Davao City takes decisive action against natural disasters as the Sangguniang Panlungsod approves comprehensive prevention and mitigation measures to protect communities.
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