Basilica Dress Code Sparks Hypocrisy Debate in Cebu
A dress code incident at Cebu's Basilica Minore del Sto. Niño exposes a double standard. Senator Imee Marcos was allowed entry, while a vendor was turned away. Is faith about fabric or the heart?
A dress code incident at Cebu's Basilica Minore del Sto. Niño exposes a double standard. Senator Imee Marcos was allowed entry, while a vendor was turned away. Is faith about fabric or the heart?
Davao City Police ensured a safe Feast of Sto. Niño for 20,000 devotees at Shrine Hills. Read how security planning led to a peaceful celebration.
Thousands of Santo Niño devotees were left dismayed after an unannounced route change for the seaborne procession. The lack of public information dissemination raises serious questions for future religious events.
The 461st Fiesta Señor seaborne procession in Cebu was a smooth success with over 400 vessels. Read about the record turnout and the Coast Guard's positive assessment.
A record-breaking 1.9 million devotees joined the solemn Sto. Niño procession in Cebu City, braving intense heat to offer prayers and thanksgiving. Read their inspiring stories of faith.
Ahead of the Sinulog fluvial procession, the Basilica Minore del Santo Niño calls for proper decorum, asking devotees to avoid face paint inside to keep the celebration sacred. Join the faithful in respectful observance.
Cebu City's Walk with Mary and Traslacion draws over 216,000 devotees in a peaceful event. Police report no major incidents. Read the full story.
Cebu's Walk with Mary sees 216,000 devotees, a drop from last year's 300,000. Weather concerns cited as key factor. Read about the peaceful Traslacion.
The U.S. Embassy launches three new English Access Program cohorts in Davao, Bohol, and Bataan, empowering 150 high-achieving Filipino youth with critical language and leadership skills. Learn more about this investment in the future.
Cebu City Police mobilize over 1,500 personnel for the Walk with Mary procession on January 15, 2026. Learn about the security plan to manage thousands of devotees.
Northern Negros faces a P0.19/kWh rate hike as consumer group Access endorses a Negros Power-Noneco joint venture to improve services. Learn about the plan for reliable electricity.
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Millions of devotees flooded Manila for the 2026 Traslacion, a powerful display of faith and hope. Discover the history, miracles, and Filipino spirit behind the Black Nazarene.
The Philippine Red Cross provided urgent medical care to 849 individuals during the annual Traslacion in Manila. Learn about the response efforts and the types of injuries treated.
Four devotees died during the massive 2026 Feast of the Black Nazarene in Manila, which saw over 9.6 million participants. Read the full report and join us in prayer for the casualties.
The Philippine Red Cross assisted 849 devotees during the Quiapo Jesus Nazareno feast. Learn about the medical response and challenges faced.
Cebu Archbishop Alberto Uy calls on Sinulog Festival organizers to refuse funding from gambling establishments, citing the event's religious nature and the social ills of gambling.
Cebu Archbishop Alberto Uy urges Sinulog organizers to reject gambling sponsorships to protect the festival's sanctity. This follows the foundation's partnership with BingoPlus. Read the full story.
The Sinulog Foundation Inc. turns down online gaming sponsors to preserve the festival's religious character, following an appeal from Cebu Archbishop. Read the full story.
Cebu Archbishop Alberto Uy appeals to Sinulog Festival organizers to refuse sponsorships from gambling establishments, emphasizing the event's religious core. Read his full statement.
Preparations for Cebu's annual Traslacion and Walk with Mary are progressing well. Organizers report a successful dry run and anticipate large crowds for the Sinulog-related events.
Over 240,000 faithful joined the peaceful Walk with Jesus procession in Cebu City, marking the start of the 461st Sinulog festivities. Police report a successful and orderly event.
Bacolor police retrieved sacred garments stolen from San Guillermo Church. A 12-year-old is implicated, but the parish will not press charges, focusing on intervention instead. Read the full story.
Mandaue City Police held a simulation exercise for the upcoming Traslacion procession. Over 1,050 personnel will be deployed to ensure safety for the Sto. Niño images.
Nearly 500 police officers will secure Cebu City's Walk with Jesus procession on January 8, 2026. Authorities implement strict crowd control and security measures to ensure a safe event.
Despite the Feast of the Jesus Nazareno being declared a national liturgical celebration, millions of devotees still flock to Quiapo. Organizers expect record numbers for the 2026 Traslacion. Read more.
Gov. Lilia Pineda announces a 2026 agenda to create Youth Care Centers for autism and mental health, expand feeding programs, and support out-of-school youth. Learn about Pampanga's new healthcare push.
The Philippines' BOI approved ₱1.56 trillion in investments for 2025, marking the second-highest level in its history and generating over 40,000 jobs. Discover the leading sectors and regions driving this growth.
Thousands of Dabawenyos are expected to join the Traslacion of the Poong Nazareno replica on January 9, 2026. Archbishop Valles will preside over the Fiesta Mass. Join the procession!
The revered image of the Black Nazarene starts its annual barangay visits in Manila on Jan 1, 2026. See the full schedule and details for the vigil and the grand feast on Jan 9.