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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.
Gov't Work Suspended Dec 29 & Jan 2 for New Year 2026
Malacañang suspends work in government offices on Dec 29, 2025 & Jan 2, 2026 for New Year festivities. DBM also announces P5,000 PEI for qualified personnel. Get the full details.
Gov't Offices Closed Dec 29 & Jan 2 for Longer Holiday Break
Malacañang suspends work in government offices on Dec 29, 2025 & Jan 2, 2026, creating an extended New Year break. Frontline services remain operational. Check details now.
Gov't Offices Closed Dec 29 & Jan 2 for New Year
Malacañang suspends work in all government offices on December 29, 2025, and January 2, 2026, to give employees a longer New Year break. Read the official details.
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.
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.
Sea Travel Resumes in Central Visayas After TD Wilma
Coast Guard stations in Central Visayas have lifted the initial voyage suspension as Tropical Depression Wilma weakened. Key routes from Cebu to Camotes, Toledo, and San Carlos resume operations. PAGASA continues to warn small vessels.
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.
Cebu City Suspends Earth Hauling on Binalyw Road
Cebu City Council suspends earth material hauling on Binaliw Road due to road damage and environmental hazards. Read the full report on the council's resolution and findings.
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.
San Fernando Mayor Suspends PrimeWater Permit
Mayor Vilma Caluag's executive order suspends PrimeWater's permit, handing water service control back to CSFWD. Residents await reliable taps and clear updates. #SanFernando #WaterService
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.
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.
Danao City Halts Work for Tropical Depression Wilma
Danao City Mayor orders suspension of government work on Dec 5, 2025, to prepare for Tropical Depression Wilma. Essential offices remain operational. Private firms urged to follow suit.
Alegria, Cebu Halts River Tours Due to Typhoon Wilma
Alegria, Cebu suspends all river tourism activities like canyoneering due to Typhoon Wilma. A Yellow Heavy Rainfall Alert warns of flash floods and landslides. Public urged to follow safety orders.
Cebu Tourism Halted, Evacuations Extended Due to TD Wilma
Alegria, Cebu suspends all river tourism activities due to TD Wilma's heavy rainfall threat. Mandaue City evacuees postpone return home, citing trauma from past disasters. Stay updated on safety advisories.
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.
TD Wilma Suspends Classes Across Cebu Towns and Cities
Tropical Depression Wilma forces suspension of face-to-face classes in 22 Cebu localities, shifting to alternative learning. Authorities warn list may expand as province recalls Tino's deadly impact.
Cebu Braces for Rains as TD Wilma Approaches Visayas
Tropical Depression Wilma is set to bring prolonged rains to Cebu and Visayas this weekend, prompting class suspensions. Pagasa warns of flooding and landslide risks.
Sara Duterte Criticizes Suspension of Rep. Barzaga
Vice President Sara Duterte condemns the 60-day suspension of Cavite Rep. Kiko Barzaga, calling it a move to silence government critics. Read the full statement and reactions.
Court Upholds PrimeWater Suspension in San Fernando
San Fernando, Pampanga mayor confirms PrimeWater's suspension remains after court denies injunction. EO cites poor service, water quality violations. Read the latest.
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