P500 Noche Buena Budget Forces Simpler Christmas in Philippines
Rising food prices force Filipino families to rethink Noche Buena with budgets as low as P500. Students share how to celebrate meaningfully. Discover affordable holiday strategies.
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Central Visayas Schools Struggle with Rehab Funds, Engineers
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.
Contractor Arrested for P96.5M Ghost Flood Control Project
NBI serves arrest warrant on Sarah Discaya, owner of St. Timothy Construction, linked to a P96.5 million ghost flood control project in Davao Occidental. Read the full story on the high-profile corruption case.
SFELAPCO Calls for Safety Near Power Lines After Fatalities
SFELAPCO renews call for safety compliance after fatal electrocution incidents near power lines in San Fernando. Contractors and homeowners urged to coordinate with the utility firm.
San Simon's San Miguel Bridge Completion Set for July 2026
The delayed San Miguel Bridge in San Simon is now targeted for a July 2026 opening. Acting Mayor Anne Canlas and DPWH officials inspected the site to ensure the revised timeline is met.
Pampanga High School Conducts Earthquake Drill
Pampanga High School students and teachers participated in a disaster preparedness drill led by the City DRRMO. Learn how the exercise aims to save lives.
DPWH 2026 budget cut, Dizon vows clean projects
DPWH Sec. Vince Dizon commits to proper project implementation despite a P351.7B budget cut. Savings from cost standardization realigned to PhilHealth, disaster fund. Read more.
Cebu Schools Need P5.5B for Repairs, Only P1.2B Allocated
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.
Davao City OKs 2026 Local School Board Budget
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.
Cesafi: DBTC 5-Peat, Collegiate Final Abandoned After Brawl
Don Bosco Technical College clinched its fifth consecutive Cesafi secondary football crown. The collegiate final was abandoned after a massive brawl involving players and spectators. Read for details and potential sanctions.
DepEd-Davao: Teacher-Barangay Conflict Must Go Through Office
DepEd-Davao City officials assert that complaints against teachers must be filed directly with the department, not barangays. This follows a summons issued to a teacher over a student's grades. Learn the proper grievance process.
SM City Mindpro's ChriSMiles Aids 50 Zamboanga Learners
SM City Mindpro spreads joy this Christmas, distributing food packs to 50 indigent students at Edwin Andrews Airbase Elementary School through its ChriSMiles initiative. Read how community partnership made it happen.
Cesafi High School Semifinals Set for December 8
The Cesafi high school basketball semifinals are locked in for December 8, 2025, at Cebu Coliseum. Defending champion SHS-AdC faces CIT-U, while UC Main battles CEC after an appeal was rejected.
Cesafi High School Semis Begin Dec 8 After UCLM Appeal Denied
The Cesafi high school semifinals are confirmed for Dec 8 at Cebu Coliseum after officials denied UCLM's appeal. Defending champ SHS-AdC faces CIT-U, while UC Main battles CEC.
Cesafi forfeits UC Lapulapu/Mandaue wins, reshuffles semis
Cesafi board sustains decision to forfeit all UC Lapulapu/Mandaue wins due to player eligibility breach. Final Four rankings reshuffled; Ateneo and UC Main gain twice-to-beat edge.
Cesafi forfeits UCLM wins, alters high school basketball playoffs
Cesafi forfeits 5 wins of UCLM due to player violation, ejecting them from the Top Four. Semifinal matchups reshuffled. Read the latest on the appeal.
Cesafi Forfeits Games, UCLM Loses Semis Spot
The Cesafi has forfeited 7 games involving UCLM's Noe Lingoste for playing in an unsanctioned league, knocking the team out of the high school basketball semifinals. Get the full standings update.
UCLM Appeals Cesafi Forfeiture Decision in High School Basketball
The University of Cebu Lapulapu/Mandaue appeals a Cesafi ruling to forfeit games due to a player's league violation. The board's final decision is expected today, December 7.
Woman Asks: Am I Always to Blame When a Relationship Ends?
A woman shares her story of falling for a man in a relationship. She faces harsh judgment and asks: why are women often cast as the villain? Read the expert's take on societal double standards.
Davao City High Choir Repeats as Namcya Champion
Davao City National High School Centennial Choir secures consecutive victory at Namcya 2025. Conductor reveals intense training and seeks sponsors for international competitions.
Angara Visits Las Piñas Schools, Lauds Feeding & ARAL Success
Education Sec. Sonny Angara observed the School-Based Feeding Program & ARAL sessions in Las Piñas, highlighting improved literacy & a P28.66B budget boost for nationwide rollout.
P18.2-M School Building Turned Over to Zamboanga City High
A new P18.2-million, six-classroom building for Technical and Livelihood Education is now operational at Zamboanga City High School-Main, boosting skills training for students. Read more about this investment in education.
Charges Filed for P96.5M Ghost Flood Control Project
Ombudsman files graft, malversation charges vs DPWH officials, contractor for non-existent P96.5M Davao Occidental flood control. President Marcos orders arrest. Read the full story.
Cebu City Sets New Taxi Standards After Tourist Complaints
Cebu City Mayor Nestor Archival is uniting taxi operators to set service quality standards after a spike in complaints about overcharging and dirty cabs. The plan focuses on cooperation, not just punishment.
DOLE Tightens Watch on Fireworks Industry for Holidays
The Department of Labor and Employment directs its field personnel to strictly monitor pyrotechnics firms for OSH compliance. The move aims to prevent workplace accidents during the peak production season.
Students Share Stories on Broken Classrooms, Education Challenges
Ayeesh, Mary, and Keira discuss broken chairs, leaking roofs, and resource gaps in PH schools. Join the conversation on creating better learning spaces for all students. #EducationMatters
Cebu Economic Growth Forecast: 6.5-7.5% in 2024
Cebu's economy is projected to grow 6.5-7.5% in 2024, driven by construction, tourism, and BPO. Learn the key drivers and challenges in our detailed outlook.
Danao City Schools Resume In-Person Classes Dec. 3
Danao City students return to classrooms on December 3, 2025, after safety inspections. Schools declared safe post-earthquake and typhoon. Executive Order No. 098 S. 2025 details the mandate.
Flood Submerges Lapu-Lapu School, 717 Students Exposed
Over 700 students and teachers in Lapu-Lapu City were exposed to knee-deep floodwater, prompting a leptospirosis health alert. Health officials are offering free prophylaxis.
700+ Students Flooded in Lapu-Lapu, Leptospirosis Alert
Heavy rain flooded a Lapu-Lapu school, exposing 700+ students. This comes as Cebu logs 426 probable leptospirosis cases. Authorities urge immediate action amid testing delays.
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